bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 21, 2023
Abstract
Iron
deposits
in
the
brain
are
a
natural
consequence
of
aging.
accumulation,
especially
form
labile
iron,
can
trigger
cascade
adverse
effects,
eventually
leading
to
neurodegeneration
and
cognitive
decline.
Aging
also
increases
dysfunction
cellular
proteostasis.
The
question
whether
iron
alters
proteostasis
is
now
being
pondered.
Herein,
we
investigated
effect
ferric
citrate,
considered
as
on
various
aspects
neuronal
cell
lines,
established
an
animal
model
having
diet
order
evaluate
alteration
along
with
behavioral
effects.
According
vitro
study,
was
found
activate
lysosome
formation
but
inhibits
lysosomal
clearance
function.
Furthermore,
presence
alter
autophagic
flux
induce
accumulation
protein
aggregates.
RNA-sequencing
analysis
further
reveals
upregulation
terms
related
neurodegenerative
disease-related
terms.
vivo
iron-rich
does
not
overload
conditions
detrimental
behavior
male
Wistar
rats.
However,
promote
region-dependent
manner,
particularly
cortex.
By
staining
for
markers
misfolding
proteins
cerebral
cortex,
actually
autophagy
proteins.
These
findings
emphasize
importance
proteostasis,
which
could
be
implicated
developing
neurological
diseases.
Graphical
abstract
Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17
Published: Jan. 4, 2024
One
of
the
hallmarks
Parkinson's
Disease
(PD)
is
aggregation
incorrectly
folded
α-synuclein
(SNCA)
protein
resulting
in
selective
death
dopaminergic
neurons.
Another
form
PD
characterized
by
loss-of-function
an
E3-ubiquitin
ligase,
parkin.
Mutations
SNCA
and
parkin
result
impaired
mitochondrial
morphology,
causing
loss
Despite
extensive
research
on
individual
effects
parkin,
their
interactions
neurons
remain
understudied.
Here
we
employ
Drosophila
model
to
study
effect
collective
overexpression
along
with
downregulation
posterior
brain.
We
found
that
causes
a
reduction
number
neuronal
clusters
region
adult
brain,
which
manifested
as
progressive
locomotor
dysfunction.
Overexpression
collectively
results
altered
morphology
cluster-specific
manner,
only
subset
Further,
transcriptional
However,
this
not
further
enhanced
upon
downregulation.
This
suggests
may
be
additive.
Our
thus
provides
insights
into
potential
link
between
interactions.
These
manner
for
over
time,
unraveling
molecular
involved
etiology
Disease.
Brain Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(4), P. 380 - 380
Published: April 6, 2025
Lactoferrin
(Lf)
is
a
multifunctional
glycoprotein
with
well-established
antimicrobial,
anti-inflammatory,
and
iron-binding
properties.
Emerging
evidence
suggests
that
Lf
also
plays
neuroprotective
role,
particularly
in
neurodegenerative
disorders
characterized
by
protein
aggregation,
such
as
Parkinson's
disease
(PD).
Alpha-synuclein
(aSyn)
aggregation
pathological
hallmark
of
PD
other
synucleinopathies,
contributing
to
neuronal
dysfunction
progression.
Recent
studies
indicate
may
interfere
aSyn
iron
chelation,
modulation
oxidative
stress
neuroinflammation.
Additionally,
Lf's
ability
cross
the
blood-brain
barrier
its
potential
impact
on
gut-brain
axis
highlight
promise
therapeutic
agent.
This
review
explores
mechanisms
action
disease-modifying
therapy,
innovative
delivery
strategies
could
enhance
clinical
applicability.
By
addressing
dimensions
we
propose
compelling
candidate
for
future
research
development
diseases.
Drosophila
melanogaster
is
a
widely
used
model
organism
for
diseases
such
as
Parkinson's
disease,
Alzheimer's
obesity,
and
diabetes.
However,
compound
administration-based
toxicological
behavioural
studies
on
have
been
hindered
by
technical
difficulties
associated
with
inefficient
administration
of
hydrophobic
compounds.
This
study
illustrates
general
method
to
make
distribute
PEG
8000-based
solid
dispersions
three
compounds,
distearoylglycerol
(DSG)
geldanamycin
(GA)
RU486
D.
melanogaster.
The
were
validated,
in
vitro,
using
nuclear
magnetic
resonance
spectroscopy
(NMR),
higher
aqueous
solubility.
also
describes
different
methods
administer
the
dispersions:
subcutaneous
injections,
mixing
food,
capillary
feeder
assay
(CAFE).
We
show
that
presence
1%
DMSO
decreases
survival,
whereas
does
not
an
adverse
effect.
Lastly,
we
showed
prepared
PEG-RU486
formulation
signs
enhanced
bioavailability
when
compared
dissolved
ethanol.
methodology
described
provides
easy
effective
means
compounds
CAFE
assay,
or
it
food.
Frontiers in Neurology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: Sept. 28, 2023
Drosophila
melanogaster
is
a
valuable
model
organism
for
wide
range
of
biological
exploration.
The
well-known
advantages
D.
include
its
relatively
simple
biology,
the
ease
with
which
it
genetically
modified,
low
financial
and
time
costs
associated
their
short
gestation
life
cycles,
large
number
offspring
they
produce
per
generation.
has
facilitated
discovery
many
significant
insights
into
pathology
Parkinson’s
disease
(PD)
served
as
an
excellent
preclinical
PD-related
therapeutic
discovery.
In
this
review,
we
provide
overview
major
models
PD,
each
unique
PD-relevant
targets.
These
are
discussed
in
context
past,
current,
future
potential
use
studying
utility
secondary
metabolites
agents
PD.
Over
last
decade,
senolytics
have
garnered
exponential
interest
ability
to
mitigate
broad
spectrum
diseases,
including
Therefore,
emphasis
placed
on
senolytic
senomorphic
properties
metabolites.
It
expected
that
will
continue
be
critical
effort
understand
improve
treatment
involvement
translational
studies
focused
Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
87(12), P. 497 - 515
Published: April 15, 2024
One
prominent
aspect
of
Parkinson's
disease
(PD)
is
the
presence
elevated
levels
free
radicals,
including
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS).
Syagrus
coronata
(S.
coronata),
a
palm
tree,
exhibits
antioxidant
activity
attributed
to
its
phytochemical
composition,
containing
fatty
acids,
polyphenols,
and
flavonoids.
The
aim
this
investigation
was
examine
potential
neuroprotective
effects
S.
fixed
oil
against
rotenone-induced
toxicity
using
Drosophila
melanogaster.
Young
specimens
(3–4
d
old)
were
exposed
diet
supplemented
with
rotenone
(50
µM)
for
7
without
inclusion
(0.2
mg/g
diet).
Data
demonstrated
that
exposure
resulted
in
significant
locomotor
impairment
increased
mortality
rates
flies.
Further,
administration
reduced
total
thiol
but
lipid
peroxidation,
iron
(Fe)
levels,
nitric
oxide
(NO)
while
decreasing
capacity
mitochondria.
Concomitant
exhibited
protective
effect
rotenone,
as
evidenced
by
return
control
Fe,
NO,
thiols,
lowered
peroxidation
reversed
impairment,
enhanced
%
cell
viability.
Molecular
docking
lipidic
components
enzymes
showed
strong
binding
affinity
superoxide
dismutase
(SOD)
glutathione
peroxidase
(GPX1)
enzymes.
Overall,
treatment
found
prevent
movement
disorders
oxidative
stress
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: June 5, 2024
Autophagy
is
a
highly
conserved
homeostatic
process
essential
for
the
bulk
degradation
of
cytoplasmic
components
and
aggregated
proteins.
Multiple
evidence
indicates
that
impairment
(macro)autophagy
leads
to
neurodegeneration,
such
as
Parkinson
disease
(PD).
Our
previous
work
showed
p21
activated
kinase
6
(PAK6)
interacts
with
PD-associated
leucine-rich
repeat
(LRRK2)
promote
neurite
outgrowth
in
mouse
striatum;
still
function
PAK6
brain
largely
unknown.
Here,
we
found
downregulation
neuronal
but
not
glial
mbt
,
D.
melanogaster
homolog
PAK6,
impairs
autophagy-lysosomal
function.
overexpression
cells
C.
elegans
increases
transcription
factor
EB
(TFEB)
nuclear
translocation
activity-dependent
manner.
Mechanistically,
forms
complex
TFEB
regulate
its
localization
manner
dependent
on
phosphorylation
binding
14-3-3
proteins
at
S467.
In
line
ability
autophagy,
exacerbates
alpha-synuclein
toxicity
Drosophila
dopaminergic
neurons.
Moreover,
substantia
nigra
mutant
LRRK2
mice
reduces
burden
phosphorylated
Altogether,
our
study
uncovers
novel
role
positive
regulator
autophagy
via
suggests
modulating
activity
may
represent
way
selectively
turn
neurons,
implications
treatment
neurodegenerative
disorders.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(23), P. 12987 - 12987
Published: Dec. 3, 2024
The
term
frontotemporal
dementia
(FTD)
comprises
a
group
of
neurodegenerative
disorders
characterized
by
the
progressive
degeneration
frontal
and
temporal
lobes
brain
with
language
impairment
changes
in
cognitive,
behavioral
executive
functions,
some
cases
motor
manifestations.
A
high
proportion
FTD
are
due
to
genetic
mutations
inherited
an
autosomal-dominant
manner
variable
penetrance
depending
on
implicated
gene.
Iron
is
crucial
microelement
that
involved
several
cellular
essential
functions
whole
body
plays
additional
specialized
roles
central
nervous
system
(CNS)
mainly
through
its
redox-cycling
properties.
Such
feature
may
be
harmful
under
aerobic
conditions,
since
it
lead
generation
highly
reactive
hydroxyl
radicals.
Dysfunctions
iron
homeostasis
CNS
indeed
disorders,
although
still
challenging
determine
whether
dyshomeostasis
this
but
metal
direct
cause
neurodegeneration,
contributor
factor
or
simply
consequence
other
mechanisms.
Unlike
many
evidence
dysfunction
scarce;
nonetheless,
recent
literature
intriguingly
suggests
possible
involvement.
present
review
aims
summarize
what
currently
known
about
contribution
based
clinical,
imaging,
histological,
biochemical
molecular
studies,
further
suggesting
new
perspectives
offering
insights
for
future
investigations
underexplored
field
research.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 24, 2023
Abstract
Tilapia,
a
significant
aquaculture
species
globally,
relies
heavily
on
feed
for
its
production.
While
numerous
studies
have
investigated
the
impact
of
soybean
and
seaweed-based
diets
tilapia,
comprehensive
understanding
remains
elusive.
This
review
aimed
at
evaluating
synthesizing
existing
literature
these
diets’
effects,
focusing
growth
performance,
utilization,
gut
microbiota.
A
systematic
search
databases
was
conducted
using
Preferred
Reporting
Items
Systematic
Reviews
Meta-Analyses
(PRISMA)
guidelines
total
57
were
included
in
qualitative
analysis
24
meta-analysis.
The
results
indicated
that
soybean-based
diets,
59.4%
inclusion
level
improved
Specific
Growth
Rate
(SGR)
tilapia
with
an
effect
size
-2.14
(95%
CI:
-2.92,
-1.37;
p
<
0.00001;
I
2
=
99%)
did
not
improve
conversion
rate
(FCR),
as
1.80
0.72,
2.89;
0.001;
100%).
For
15,9%
SGR,
-0.74
-1.70,
0.22;
0.13;
99%),
FCR
-0.70
-1.94,
0.54;
0.27;
Regarding
microbiota,
noted
lack
meeting
criteria
tilapia.
However,
findings
from
other
farmed
fishes
suggested
could
diverse
effects
microbiota
composition
promote
beneficial
study
suggests
incorporating
can
SGR
Seaweed-based
while
demonstrating
improvement
analyzed
parameters
15.9%,
potential
to
contribute
sustainability
industry
when
incorporated
lower
levels.