Frontiers in Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
13
Опубликована: Март 28, 2025
Curcumin,
a
natural
active
compound
derived
from
plants,
is
widely
used
as
pigment
across
the
globe.
Research
has
demonstrated
that
curcumin
possesses
neuroprotective
properties
in
spinal
cord
injuries
(SCIs);
however,
its
specific
mechanisms
of
action
remain
unclear.
This
study
aimed
to
elucidate
potential
underlying
curcumin's
therapeutic
effects
SCI.
We
screened
targets
treatment
injury
using
network
pharmacology
variety
public
databases.
The
interaction
between
and
target
was
analyzed
through
bioinformatics
analysis,
molecular
docking,
dynamics
simulation.
Finally,
prediction
results
were
verified
by
simulating
oxygen-glucose
deprivation
(OGD)
PC12
cells.
Initial
screening
indicated
13
core
involved
mitigating
Curcumin
may
regulate
HIF
pathway,
immune
cells,
inflammation,
oxidative
stress,
other
processes.
Matrix
metalloproteinase-9
(MMP9),
tumor
necrosis
factor
(TNF),
interleukin-1β
(IL-1β),
signal
transducer
activator
transcription
3
(STAT3),
caspase
(CASP3)
identified
key
SCI
regulation.
Molecular
docking
exhibited
favorable
affinity
with
targets,
MMP9
showing
highest
binding
(-8.76
kcal/mol).
Further
studies
confirmed
stably
binds
MMP9,
site
located
at
residues
220-225.
Cell
counting
kit-8
(CCK8)
assay
showed
exerted
good
effect.
Western
blot
inhibited
expression
protein
but
had
no
significant
effect
on
TNF-α.
exerts
multiple
pathways.
Its
involve
inhibition
prevention
apoptosis
ferroptosis,
promotion
neuronal
repair.
be
mediating
protective
against
These
findings
provide
scientific
evidence
for
further
research
development
drugs.
Cell Death and Disease,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
14(7)
Опубликована: Июль 15, 2023
Chemoresistance
is
one
of
the
major
causes
therapeutic
failure
and
poor
prognosis
for
breast
cancer
patients,
especially
triple-negative
patients.
However,
underlying
mechanism
remains
elusive.
Here,
we
identified
novel
functional
roles
heat
shock
protein
beta-1
(HSPB1),
regulating
chemoresistance
ferroptotic
cell
death
in
cancer.
Based
on
TCGA
GEO
databases,
HSPB1
expression
was
upregulated
tissues
associated
with
which
considered
an
independent
prognostic
factor
Functional
assays
revealed
that
could
promote
growth
metastasis
vitro
vivo.
Furthermore,
facilitated
doxorubicin
(DOX)
resistance
through
protecting
cells
from
drug-induced
ferroptosis.
Mechanistically,
bind
Ikβ-α
its
ubiquitination-mediated
degradation,
leading
to
increased
nuclear
translocation
activation
NF-κB
signaling.
In
addition,
overexpression
led
enhanced
secretion
IL6,
further
progression.
These
findings
upregulation
might
be
a
key
driver
progression
ferroptosis
while
targeting
effective
strategy
against
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
171, С. 116115 - 116115
Опубликована: Янв. 5, 2024
Ferroptosis
and
cuproptosis,
regulated
forms
of
cell
death
resulting
from
metal
ion
accumulation,
are
closely
related
in
terms
occurrence,
metabolism,
signaling
pathways,
drug
resistance.
Notably,
it
is
now
understood
that
these
processes
play
crucial
roles
regulating
physiological
pathological
processes,
especially
tumor
development.
Consequently,
ferroptosis
cuproptosis
have
gained
increasing
significance
as
potential
targets
for
anti-cancer
This
article
systematically
outlines
the
molecular
mechanisms
cross-talk
components
both
elucidating
their
impacts
on
cancer.
Furthermore,
investigates
clinical
perspective
targeted
cancer
chemotherapy,
immunotherapy,
radiotherapy.
Our
discussion
extends
to
a
comparative
analysis
nanoparticles
developed
based
cancer,
contrasting
them
with
current
conventional
therapies.
Opportunities
challenges
treatment
explored,
emphasizing
therapeutic
direction
co-targeting
cuproptosis.
The
also
attempts
analyze
applications
this
approach
while
summarizing
existing
barriers
require
overcoming.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
166, С. 115415 - 115415
Опубликована: Сен. 4, 2023
Iron,
as
an
essential
trace
element
for
the
organism,
is
vital
maintaining
organism's
health.
Excessive
iron
can
promote
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
accumulation,
thus
damaging
cells
and
tissues.
Ferroptosis
a
novel
form
of
programmed
cell
death
distinguished
by
overload
lipid
peroxidation,
which
unique
from
autophagy,
apoptosis
necrosis,
more
studies
are
focusing
on
ferroptosis.
Recent
evidence
suggests
that
ferroptosis
associated
with
development
female
reproductive
disorders
(FRDs),
including
polycystic
ovary
syndrome
(PCOS),
premature
ovarian
insufficiency
(POI),
endometriosis
(EMs),
cancer
(OC),
preeclampsia
(PE)
spontaneous
abortion
(SA).
Pathways
genes
may
participate
in
processes
regulate
granulosa
proliferation
secretion,
oocyte
development,
reserve
function,
early
embryonic
placental
oxidative
stress.
However,
its
exact
mechanism
has
not
been
fully
revealed.
Therefore,
our
review
systematically
elaborates
occurrence
research
progress
FRDs,
view
to
providing
literature
references
clinical
targeting
-related
pathways
regulatory
factors
management
FRDs.
Drug Resistance Updates,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
73, С. 101042 - 101042
Опубликована: Янв. 4, 2024
Drug
resistance
in
cancer
remains
a
major
challenge
oncology,
impeding
the
effectiveness
of
various
treatment
modalities.
The
nuclear
factor-kappa
B
(NF-κB)
signaling
pathway
has
emerged
as
critical
player
development
drug
cells.
This
comprehensive
review
explores
intricate
relationship
between
NF-κB
and
cancer.
We
delve
into
molecular
mechanisms
through
which
activation
contributes
to
against
chemotherapeutic
agents,
targeted
therapies,
immunotherapies.
Additionally,
we
discuss
potential
strategies
overcome
this
by
targeting
signaling,
such
small
molecule
inhibitors
combination
therapies.
Understanding
multifaceted
interactions
is
crucial
for
more
effective
strategies.
By
dissecting
complex
network
NF-κB,
hope
shed
light
on
novel
therapeutic
approaches
that
can
enhance
outcomes,
ultimately
improving
prognosis
patients.
aims
provide
overview
current
state
knowledge
its
role
resistance,
offering
insights
may
guide
future
research
interventions
fight
Cell Death Discovery,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
11(1)
Опубликована: Фев. 18, 2025
Abstract
Increasing
evidence
suggests
that
non-coding
small
RNAs
(miRNAs)
carried
by
exosomes
(EXOs)
play
important
roles
in
the
development
and
treatment
of
polycystic
ovary
syndrome
(PCOS).
In
this
study,
we
demonstrate
PCOS
mouse
serum-derived
EXOs
promote
granulosa
cells
(GCs)
ferroptosis,
induce
occurrence
a
PCOS-like
phenotype
vivo.
Notably,
EXO
miRNA
sequencing
combined
with
vitro
gain-
loss-of-function
assays
revealed
miR-128-3p,
which
is
absent
mice
PCOS,
regulates
lipid
peroxidation
GC
sensitivity
to
ferroptosis
inducers.
Mechanistically,
overexpression
CSF1
,
direct
target
reversed
anti-ferroptotic
effect
miR-128-3p.
Conversely,
induction
was
mitigated
-downregulated
GCs.
Furthermore,
demonstrated
miR-128-3p
inhibition
activates
p38/JNK
pathway
via
leading
NRF2-mediated
down-regulation
SLC7A11
transcription,
triggers
iron
overload.
Moreover,
intrathecal
AgomiR
injection
into
ovaries
ameliorated
characteristics
restored
fertility
letrozole-induced
mice.
The
study
reveals
pathological
mechanisms
based
on
circulating
provides
first
ovarian
This
discovery
expected
provide
promising
therapeutic
targets
for
PCOS.
Human Reproduction Open,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
2024(2)
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Abstract
STUDY
QUESTION
Does
ovarian
ferroptosis
play
an
active
role
in
the
development
of
polycystic
ovary
syndrome
(PCOS)?
SUMMARY
ANSWER
Increased
was
present
PCOS
ovaries
and
inhibition
with
ferrostatin-1
(Fer-1)
ameliorated
morphology
anovulation.
WHAT
IS
KNOWN
ALREADY
Programmed
cell
death
plays
a
fundamental
follicle
development.
However,
types
mechanisms
involved
are
yet
to
be
elucidated.
Ferroptosis
is
recently
discovered
iron-dependent
programmed
death.
Impaired
iron
metabolism
have
been
observed
women
PCOS,
main
cause
anovulatory
infertility.
Additionally,
previous
studies
reported
that
abnormal
expression
noncoding
RNA
may
promote
immortalized
granulosa
lines.
little
known
about
whether
increased
there
insufficient
direct
evidence
for
underlying
mechanism.
Moreover,
effect
Fer-1
remains
unclear.
DESIGN,
SIZE,
DURATION
evaluated
human
cells
(hGCs)
from
non-PCOS
(n
=
6–16)
7–18)
patients.
The
experimental
study
completed
vitro
using
primary
hGCs
undergoing
IVF.
Improvements
indicators
following
were
investigated
dehydroepiandrosterone
(DHEA)-induced
rat
model
8
per
group).
PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS,
SETTING,
METHODS
Ovarian
ways:
by
detecting
concentrations
via
ELISA
fluorescent
probes;
measuring
malondialdehyde
(MDA)
ELISA;
assessing
ferroptosis-related
protein
abundance
western
blotting;
observing
mitochondrial
transmission
electron
microscopy;
determining
viability.
Primary
collected
They
treated
dihydrotestosterone
(DHT)
24
h.
DHT
on
examined
presence
or
absence
small
interfering
RNA-mediated
knockdown
putative
receptor
coregulator
signaling
molecules.
progression
explored
vivo
rats.
DHEA-induced
inhibitor,
Fer-1,
oocytes
metaphase
II
counted
after
stimulation.
rats
inducer,
RSL3,
further
explore
ferroptosis.
testosterone,
FSH,
LH
assessed.
MAIN
RESULTS
AND
THE
ROLE
OF
CHANCE
detected
patients
PCOS.
Fe2+
(P
<
0.05)
MDA
0.05),
upregulated
nuclear
coactivator
4
levels,
downregulated
ferritin
heavy
chain
1
(FTH1)
glutathione
peroxidase
(GPX4)
proteins
0.05
versus
control).
shown
induce
activation
NOCA4-dependent
ferritinophagy.
cluster
traits
including
impaired
glucose
tolerance,
irregular
estrous
cycles,
reproductive
hormone
dysfunction,
hyperandrogenism,
ovaries,
anovulation,
oocyte
quality
0.05).
Treating
RSL3
resulted
hyperandrogenism
LARGE-SCALE
DATA
N/A.
LIMITATIONS,
REASONS
FOR
CAUTION
Although
ovarian-targeted
more
targeted
treatment
cycle
between
require
exploration.
since
shows
high
heterogeneity,
it
important
investigate
increases
all
WIDER
IMPLICATIONS
FINDINGS
Androgen-induced
appears
pathogenesis
which
potentially
makes
promising
target
FUNDING/COMPETING
INTEREST(S)
This
supported
National
Key
R&D
Program
China
(2023YFC2705500,
2023YFC2705505,
2019YFA0802604),
Natural
Science
Foundation
(No.
82130046,
82320108009,
82101708,
82101747,
82001517),
Shanghai
leading
talent
program,
Innovative
research
team
high-level
local
universities
SHSMU-ZLCX20210201,
No.
SSMU-ZLCX20180401),
Jiaotong
University
School
Medicine,
Affiliated
Renji
Hospital
Clinical
Research
Innovation
Cultivation
Fund
(RJPY-DZX-003)
Municipal
Education
Commission—Gaofeng
Medicine
Grant
Support
20161413),
Shanghai’s
Top
Priority
Center
Construction
Project
(2023ZZ02002),
Three-Year
Action
Plan
Strengthening
Public
Health
System
(GWVI-11.1-36).
authors
report
no
competing
interests.
Frontiers in Bioscience-Landmark,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
30(2)
Опубликована: Фев. 17, 2025
Polycystic
ovary
syndrome
(PCOS)
is
a
prevalent
gynecological
endocrine
and
metabolic
disorder
in
women,
with
an
incidence
rate
of
10-13%.
The
etiology
PCOS
multifaceted,
involving
genetic
predisposition,
environmental
influences,
lifestyle
factors,
dysregulation.
Iron,
critical
mineral,
not
only
plays
role
regulating
female
physiological
functions
the
progression
but
also
requires
careful
management
to
avoid
deficiency.
However,
excess
iron
can
trigger
ferroptosis,
form
nonapoptotic
cell
death
characterized
by
accumulation
lipid
peroxides.
While
numerous
studies
have
explored
ferroptosis
patients
animal
models,
precise
mechanisms
therapeutic
implications
remain
inadequately
understood.
This
review
seeks
elucidate
pathophysiology
contributory
factors
ferroptosis.
Additionally,
we
examine
diverse
manifestations
evaluate
its
role.
Furthermore,
introduce
ferroptosis-related
traditional
Chinese
medicines
that
may
enhance
understanding
pathogenesis
aid
development
targeted
therapies
for
PCOS.
Frontiers in Endocrinology,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
14
Опубликована: Ноя. 13, 2023
Osteoporosis
(OP),
a
prevalent
public
health
concern
primarily
caused
by
osteoclast-induced
bone
resorption,
requires
potential
therapeutic
interventions.
Natural
compounds
show
as
therapeutics
for
postmenopausal
OP.
Emerging
evidence
from
in
vitro
osteoclastogenesis
assay
suggests
that
aconine
(AC)
serves
an
osteoclast
differentiation
regulator
without
causing
cytotoxicity.
However,
the
vivo
functions
of
AC
various
OP
models
need
clarification.
To
address
this,
we
administered
intraperitoneal
injections
to
ovariectomy
(OVX)-induced
mice
8
weeks
and
found
effectively
reversed
phenotype
OVX
mice,
leading
reduction
vertebral
loss
restoration
high
turnover
markers.
Specifically,
significantly
suppressed
decreasing
expression
osteoclast-specific
genes
such
NFATc1
,
c-Fos
Cathepsin
K
Mmp9
.
Importantly,
can
regulate
ferroptosis
suppressing
Gpx4
upregulating
Acsl4,
which
is
achieved
through
inhibition
phosphorylation
I-κB
p65
NF-κB
signaling
pathway.
These
findings
suggest
option
managing
signaling-mediated
formation.
Cancer Biology & Therapy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
25(1)
Опубликована: Сен. 30, 2024
Drug
resistance
is
a
critical
impediment
to
efficient
therapy
of
diffuse
large
B-cell
lymphoma
(DLBCL)
patients.
Recent
studies
have
highlighted
the
association
between
ferroptosis
and
drug
that
has
been
reported.
Fatty
acid
synthase
(FASN)
always
related
poor
prognosis.
In
this
study,
we
investigate
impact
FASN
on
in
DLBCL
explore
its
potential
modulation
mechanisms.
The
clinical
correlation
mRNA
expression
was
first
analyzed
confirm
role
based
TCGA
database.
Next,
investigated
vitro
vivo.
Furthermore,
combination
RNA-seq,
western
blot,
luciferase
reporter,
ChIP
experiments
employed
elucidate
underlying
mechanism.
prognosis
for
patients
with
worse
when
highly
expressed,
particularly
those
undergoing
chemotherapy
Adriamycin
(ADM).
promoted
tumor
growth
ADM,
both
It
noteworthy
effect
achieved
by
inhibiting
ferroptosis,
since
Fer-1
(a
inhibitor)
treatment
significantly
recovered
effects
silencing
while
Erastin
inducer)
attenuated
overexpressing
FASN.
Mechanistically,
activated
NF-κB/STAT3
signaling
pathway
through
phosphorylating
upstream
IKKα
IκBα,
STAT3
GPX4
directly
binding
promoter.
inhibits
via
NF-κB/STAT3/GPX4
pathway,
indicating
mediating
ADM
DLBCL.