1.Unveiling the role of microRNAs, the PI3K/ AKT pathway, and their associations in various types of leukemia: a comprehensive review
Amir Modarresi CHAHARDEHI ; Esfandiar MALI ; Arya AFROOGHE ; Amirmasoud ASADI ; Amirreza KHALAJI ; Hamed Soleimani SAMARKHAZAN ; Hananeh Esmaeil BEYGI ; Amirhossein MOHAGHEGHI ; Maryam KHANBABAEI ; Heliya HAGHANI ; Reza AREFNEZHAD ; Fatemeh REZAEI‑TAZANGI
Blood Research 2025;60():56-
The phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase/AKT/mammalian target of rapamycin (PI3K/AKT/mTOR) pathway and microRNA (miRNA) regulation have been implicated in the initiation and progression of acute leukemia. Despite significant progress in the understanding of leukemogenic mechanisms, current therapies remain limited by relapse, drug resistance, and poor long-term survival, underscoring the need for novel targeted strategies. This review provides the current evidence regarding the molecular interplay between PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling and miRNA dysregulation in acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML). We highlight key oncogenic and tumorsuppressive miRNAs, discuss their regulatory impact on critical genes (PIK3CA, AKT1, PTEN, and FMS-like tyrosine kinase 3 [FLT3]), and evaluate therapeutic approaches, including PI3K/AKT inhibitors and miRNA-based interventions. Furthermore, we identified existing controversies, methodological limitations, and unresolved research gaps. Finally, we emphasize the translational potential of miRNA-targeted therapies and pathway-specific inhibitors, providing insights into their integration into personalized treatment strategies for acute leukemia.
2.Framework for Continuous Assessment and Improvement of Occupational Health and Safety Issues in Construction Companies.
Shahram MAHMOUDI ; Fakhradin GHASEMI ; Iraj MOHAMMADFAM ; Esmaeil SOLEIMANI
Safety and Health at Work 2014;5(3):125-130
BACKGROUND: Construction industry is among the most hazardous industries, and needs a comprehensive and simple-to-administer tool to continuously assess and promote its health and safety performance. METHODS: Through the study of various standard systems (mainly Health, Safety, and Environment Management System; Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series 180001; and British Standard, occupational health and safety management systems-Guide 8800), seven main elements were determined for the desired framework, and then, by reviewing literature, factors affecting these main elements were determined. The relative importance of each element and its related factors was calculated at organizational and project levels. The provided framework was then implemented in three construction companies, and results were compared together. RESULTS: The results of the study show that the relative importance of the main elements and their related factors differ between organizational and project levels: leadership and commitment are the most important elements at the organization level, whereas risk assessment and management are most important at the project level. CONCLUSION: The present study demonstrated that the framework is easy to administer, and by interpreting the results, the main factors leading to the present condition of companies can be determined.
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