1.Recent advances in regulating the cell cycle through inhibiting CDKs for cancer treatment.
Weijiao CHEN ; Xujie ZHUANG ; Yuanyuan CHEN ; Huanaoyu YANG ; Linhu SHEN ; Sikai FENG ; Wenjian MIN ; Kai YUAN ; Peng YANG
Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines (English Ed.) 2025;23(3):286-298
The inhibition of cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs) is considered a promising strategy for cancer treatment due to their role in cell cycle regulation. However, CDK inhibitors with no selectivity among CDK families have not been approved. A CDK inhibitor with high selectivity for CDK4/6 exhibited significant treatment effects on breast cancer and has become a heavy bomb on the market. Subsequently, resistance gradually decreased the efficacy of selective CDK4/6 inhibitors in breast cancer treatment. In this review, we first introduce the development of selective CDK4/6 inhibitors and then explain the role of CDK2 activation in inducing resistance to CDK4/6 inhibitors. Moreover, we focused on the development of CDK2/4/6 inhibitors and selective CDK2 inhibitors, which will aid in the discovery of novel CDK inhibitors targeting the cell cycle in the future.
Humans
;
Cell Cycle/drug effects*
;
Protein Kinase Inhibitors/chemistry*
;
Cyclin-Dependent Kinases/metabolism*
;
Neoplasms/genetics*
;
Antineoplastic Agents/pharmacology*
;
Animals
;
Breast Neoplasms/enzymology*
;
Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 4/metabolism*
2.Co-Circulation of Respiratory Pathogens that Cause Severe Acute Respiratory Infections during the Autumn and Winter of 2023 in Beijing, China.
Jing Zhi LI ; Da HUO ; Dai Tao ZHANG ; Jia Chen ZHAO ; Chun Na MA ; Dan WU ; Peng YANG ; Quan Yi WANG ; Zhao Min FENG
Biomedical and Environmental Sciences 2025;38(5):644-648
3.Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi improve physiological metabolism and ameliorate root damage of Coleus scutellarioides under cadmium stress.
Yanan HOU ; Fan JIANG ; Shuyang ZHOU ; Dingyin CHEN ; Yijie ZHU ; Yining MIAO ; Kai CENG ; Yifang WANG ; Min WU ; Peng LIU
Chinese Journal of Biotechnology 2025;41(2):680-692
Soil cadmium pollution can adversely affect the cultivation of the ornamental plant, Coleus scutellarioides. Upon cadmium contamination of the soil, the growth of C. scutellarioides is impeded, and it may even succumb to the toxic accumulation of cadmium. In this study, we investigated the effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) on the adaptation of C. scutellarioides to cadmium stress, by measuring the physiological metabolism and the degree of root damage of C. scutellarioides, with Aspergillus oryzae as the test fungi. The results indicated that cadmium stress increased the activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxidase (POD), and catalase (CAT), and the content of malondialdehyde (MDA) and proline (Pro) within the cells of C. scutellarioides, but inhibited mycorrhizal infestation rate, root vigour and growth rate to a great degree. With the same cadmium concentration, the inoculation of AMF significantly improved the physiological indexes of C. scutellarioides. The maximum decrease of MDA content was 42.16%, and the content of secondary metabolites rosemarinic acid and anthocyanosides could be increased by up to 27.43% and 25.72%, respectively. Meanwhile, the increase of root vigour was as high as 35.35%, and the DNA damage of the root system was obviously repaired. In conclusion, the inoculation of AMF can promote the accumulation of secondary metabolites, alleviate root damage, and enhance the tolerance to cadmium stress in C. scutellarioides.
Cadmium/toxicity*
;
Mycorrhizae/physiology*
;
Plant Roots/drug effects*
;
Soil Pollutants/toxicity*
;
Stress, Physiological
;
Superoxide Dismutase/metabolism*
4.Effect of Bushen Huoxue Granule (补肾活血颗粒) on Dopamine Homeostasis and ERK/CREB/VMAT2 Signaling Pathways in the Striatum in Parkinson's Disease Model Mice
Hehao SUN ; Yingfan CHEN ; Peng WANG ; Xiaohan GENG ; Yuzhi ZHANG ; Qian ZHANG ; Min LI ; Shaodan LI ; Minghui YANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;66(23):2484-2493
ObjectiveTo investigate the possible mechanism of Bushen Huoxue Granule (补肾活血颗粒, BHG) in treating Parkinson's disease (PD) from the perspecitve of dopamine (DA) homeostasis. MethodsSeventy-two mice were randomly divided into blank group, model group, madopar group and BHG low-, medium- and high-dose groups, with 12 mice in each group. Except for the blank group, all mice were administered intraperitoneal injections of 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) for 7 consecutive days to induce a PD model. On the day following the injection, BHG low-, medium- and high-dose groups were administered BHG at doses of 1.25, 2.5, and 5.0 mg/(g·d) by oral gavage, respectively, while the madopar group received madopar tablets at dose of 0.093 8 mg/(g·d) by oral gavage. The blank group and the model group were given 0.2 ml/10 g of distilled water by gavage. All treatments were given once daily for 14 days. Open field test, pole climbing test and grip test were used to evaluate the behavior of mice in each group. Immunohistochemistry was used to detect the expression of tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) in striatum. Nissl staining was used to detect the activity of striatal neurons. The contents of DA and 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid (DOPAC) in striatum were detected by ultra performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry. The number and volume of synaptic vesicles were observed by transmission electron microscope. The expression of vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) in striatum was detected by immunofluorescence. Western Blot was used to detect the expression of extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK), phosphorylated ERK (p-ERK), cAMP response element-binding protein (CREB), phosphorylated CREB (p-CREB) and VMAT2 in striatum. ResultsCompared to the blank group, mice in the model group showed a significant decline in total distance and average speed in the open field test, along with an increase in total resting time; in the pole test, both the time required for the mice to turn completely downward (T-turn) and the total time taken to reach the bottom of the pole (T-total) were prolonged; forelimb grip strength was reduced; in the striatum, the mean optical density of TH, the average fluorescence intensity of VMAT2 protein, and DA content all decreased, while the number of striatal neurons was reduced, and the DOPAC/DA ratio was elevated; the levels of p-ERK/ERK, p-CREB/CREB, and VMAT2 in the striatum significantly decreased (P<0.01); transmission electron microscopy revealed that both the number and volume of synaptic vesicles in striatal neurons were markedly reduced. Compared to the model group, mice in the madopar group and BHG low-, medium- and high-dose groups showed significant improvements in all the above indicators (P<0.05 or P<0.01). Compared to madopar group, the BHG high-dose group exhibited increased DA content and elevated p-CREB/CREB ratio in the striatum (P<0.05). Compared to the BHG low-dose group, the BHG high-dose group showed increased total distance and mean velocity, decreased total resting time, T-turn, and T-total, as well as enhanced forelimb grip strength; moreover, the average fluorescence intensity of VMAT2 protein, DA content, p-ERK/ERK, p-CREB/CREB, and VMAT2 levels in the striatum were all significantly elevated (P<0.05 or P<0.01). ConclusionBHG may restore DA homeostasis and alleviate the damage of dopaminergic neurons by regulating ERK/CREB/VMAT2 signaling pathway.
5.Effects of Jianpi Huatan Prescription on Cholesterol Synthesis in Liver of Subclinical Hypothyroidism Mice Based on cAMP/CREB/HMGCR Signaling Pathway
Peng LUO ; Hang XU ; Lin RUAN ; Dongyu MIN ; Tianshu GAO ; Lianqun JIA ; Yuehua WU ; Wei CHEN
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(1):85-90
Objective To observe the effects of Jianpi Huatan Prescription on hepatic cholesterol synthesis in subclinical hypothyroidism(SCH)mice;To discuss its mechanism based on cAMP/CREB/HMGCR signaling pathway.Methods Totally 80 C57BL/6 male mice were randomly divided into control group(10 mice)and modeling group(70 mice),and the modeling group was given methimazole 0.08 mg/(kg·d)in drinking water for 16 weeks to establish a SCH mdoel.The model mice were randomly divided into model group,euthyrox group and Jianpi Huatan Prescription high-,medium-and low-dosage groups,with 10 mice in each group,and were given corresponding drugs for gavage for 6 weeks.HE staining and Oil red O staining were used to observe the morphology and lipid deposition of liver tissue,ELISA was used to detect serum contents of thyroid stimulating hormone(TSH),triiodothyronine(T3),thyroid hormone(T4),total cholesterol(TC),triglycerides(TG),and TC,cyclic adenosine monophosphate(cAMP)in liver tissue,Western blot was used to detect the expressions of protein kinase A(PKA),cyclic adenosine response element binding protein(CREB),p-CREB and 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA reductase(HMGCR)in liver tissue.Results Compared with the control group,the liver tissue of mice in the model group showed fat vacuoles of different sizes and obvious lipid deposition;the contents of TSH,TC,TG in serum and TC,cAMP in liver tissue significantly increased(P<0.05,P<0.01);the protein expressions of PKA,p-CREB and HMGCR significantly increased(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,lipid deposition in liver tissue and structure of liver cells was improved to varying degrees in euthyrox group and Jianpi Huatan Prescription high-and medium-dosage groups,and the contents of serum TSH,TC,TG,and liver tissue TC,cAMP decreased(P<0.05,P<0.01);the expressions of PKA,p-CREB and HMGCR protein in liver tissue increased significantly(P<0.01).Conclusion Jianpi Huatan Prescription can significantly inhibit hepatic cholesterol synthesis in SCH mice,and improve hepatic fat vacuoles and lipid deposition,and its mechanism may be to reduce TSH levels in SCH mice by regulating the cAMP/CREB/HMGCR signaling pathway.
6.Guideline for Adult Weight Management in China
Weiqing WANG ; Qin WAN ; Jianhua MA ; Guang WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Yongquan SHI ; Tingjun YE ; Xiaoguang SHI ; Jian KUANG ; Bo FENG ; Xiuyan FENG ; Guang NING ; Yiming MU ; Hongyu KUANG ; Xiaoping XING ; Chunli PIAO ; Xingbo CHENG ; Zhifeng CHENG ; Yufang BI ; Yan BI ; Wenshan LYU ; Dalong ZHU ; Cuiyan ZHU ; Wei ZHU ; Fei HUA ; Fei XIANG ; Shuang YAN ; Zilin SUN ; Yadong SUN ; Liqin SUN ; Luying SUN ; Li YAN ; Yanbing LI ; Hong LI ; Shu LI ; Ling LI ; Yiming LI ; Chenzhong LI ; Hua YANG ; Jinkui YANG ; Ling YANG ; Ying YANG ; Tao YANG ; Xiao YANG ; Xinhua XIAO ; Dan WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Lanjie HE ; Wei GU ; Jie SHEN ; Yongfeng SONG ; Qiao ZHANG ; Hong ZHANG ; Yuwei ZHANG ; Junqing ZHANG ; Xianfeng ZHANG ; Miao ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Yingli LU ; Hong CHEN ; Li CHEN ; Bing CHEN ; Shihong CHEN ; Guiyan CHEN ; Haibing CHEN ; Lei CHEN ; Yanyan CHEN ; Genben CHEN ; Yikun ZHOU ; Xianghai ZHOU ; Qiang ZHOU ; Jiaqiang ZHOU ; Hongting ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Jiajun ZHAO ; Dong ZHAO ; Ji HU ; Jiang HU ; Xinguo HOU ; Bimin SHI ; Tianpei HONG ; Mingxia YUAN ; Weibo XIA ; Xuejiang GU ; Yong XU ; Shuguang PANG ; Tianshu GAO ; Zuhua GAO ; Xiaohui GUO ; Hongyi CAO ; Mingfeng CAO ; Xiaopei CAO ; Jing MA ; Bin LU ; Zhen LIANG ; Jun LIANG ; Min LONG ; Yongde PENG ; Jin LU ; Hongyun LU ; Yan LU ; Chunping ZENG ; Binhong WEN ; Xueyong LOU ; Qingbo GUAN ; Lin LIAO ; Xin LIAO ; Ping XIONG ; Yaoming XUE
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(11):891-907
Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.
7.Comparative study of cardiac morphology, size and function between fetuses with tetralogy of Fallot and fetuses with malalignment ventricular septal defect and pulmonary stenosis by multi-parameter quantitative echocardiography
Shuli YANG ; Bowen ZHAO ; Mei PAN ; Xiaohui PENG ; Ran CHEN ; Yuanshi TIAN ; Min DI ; Heqing GUO
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2025;34(2):139-148
Objective:To analyze the differences in heart size,shape and function between fetuses with tetralogy of Fallot(TOF)and fetuses with malalignment ventricular septal defect(VSD)and pulmonary stenosis(PS)(named as,mild TOF)by fetal heart quantification(fetal HQ)and multi-parameter fetal echocardiography.Methods:From June 2021 to June 2023,50 fetuses with TOF(TOF group)diagnosed by fetal echocardiography at the Department of Diagnostic Ultrasound & Echocardiography Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital,Zhejiang University College of Medicine and 34 fetuses with VSD and PS matched to gestational age(mild TOF group)were retrospectively selected. Cardiovascular parameters were measured by 2D echocardiography,M-mode echocardiography and fetal HQ,including aortic dimension(AO)and its Z-score(AO Z-score),pulmonary artery diameter(PA)and its Z-score(PA Z-score),PA/AO ratio,main pulmonary artery diameter(MPA)and its Z-score(MPA Z-score),left pulmonary artery diameter(LPA)and its Z-score(LPA Z-score),right pulmonary artery diameter(RPA)and its Z-score(RPA Z-score),McGoon index(MGI),tricuspid annular diameter(TV)and its Z-score(TV Z-score),mitral annular diameter(MV)and its Z-score(MV Z-score),and MV/TV ratio. Measurements of global ventricular morphologic parameters included cardiac axis,left and right ventricular transverse diameters(LVW,RVW)and their ratio(LVW/RVW),left and right ventricular long diameters(LVL,RVL)and LVL/RVL ratio,left and right ventricular areas(LVA,RVA)and LVA/RVA ratio,global spherical index(GSI)and its Z-score,four chamber view transverse diameter(4CV-Width-ED),four chamber view end-diastolic longitudinal diameter(4CV-Length-ED),four chamber view end-diastolic area(4CV-Area-ED). Measurements of left and right global ventricular functional parameters included fractional left ventricular and right ventricular area changes(LVFAC,RVFAC),left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF),left ventricular and right ventricular global longitudinal strains(LVGLS,RVGLS);end diastolic width diameter(Width-ED),SI and fractional shortening rate(FS)of 24 segments of left and right ventricles. The differences of the above parameters between the two groups were analyzed and compared,and the relationships between absolute values of GLS in left and right ventricles of TOF fetus and PA Z-score,MPA Z-score and PA/AO were analyzed. Binary Logistic regression model was used to select the best variables,and ROC curve was adopted to analyze the predictive values of ultrasonic parameter variables on TOF.Results:There were statistically significant differences in MV,TV,RVW,RVL,LVL,LVA,RVA,4CV-Length-ED,LVGLS,RVGLS,RVFAC,PA/AO,MPA,RPA,LPA,MGI,PA and PA Z-score between TOF group and mild TOF group(all P<0.05). The Width-ED values of all segments of left ventricle were statistically different between TOF group and mild TOF group(all P<0.05). There were statistical differences in SI between LV segments 4~6 and 8~24,and RV segments 1~21(all P<0.05). The FS values between the 8th and 10th to 18th segments of RV revealed statistical differences(all P<0.05). There were no statistical differences in the other parameters(all P>0.05). The absolute value of LVGLS in TOF fetuses was positively correlated with PA Z-score,MPA Z-score and PA/AO( r = 0.313,0.344,0.304,all P<0.05),and the absolute value of RVGLS was positively correlated with PA Z-score,MPA Z-score,and PA/AO( r = 0.323,0.334,0.357,all P<0.05). Binary Logistic regression model analysis confirmed that LVGLS,RVFAC and PA/AO were predictive variables. ROC curve analysis showed that the areas under the curves of LVGLS,RVFAC and PA/AO for predicting TOF were 0.746,0.693 and 0.849 respectively. The combined prediction efficiency was higher,and the area under the curve was 0.906. Conclusions:Fetal HQ combined with multiple fetal echocardiographic quantification indices can evaluate the differences in fetal heart size,shape and function between TOF and mild TOF. It is expected to provide important reference information in prenatal diagnosis and consultation for fetuses with TOF and mild TOF.
8.Effectiveness of two types of micro-focused ultrasound devices in combination with botulinum toxin for facial rejuvenation
Haijie WANG ; Danyang CHEN ; Pan PENG ; Ling ZHOU ; Min WANG ; Lili YE ; Yulin CAO ; Wei ZHOU ; Jia GUO ; Liang GUO
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2025;31(2):131-137
Objective:To investigate the efficacy of two types of micro-focused ultrasound devices combined with botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) injection for facial rejuvenation.Methods:A retrospective study was conducted, including 60 female patients aged 28-70 (41.3±7.9) years, who received facial rejuvenation treatment at the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, from April 2023 to April 2024. Patients were divided into two groups based on the treatment method: the control group (received only micro-focused ultrasound treatment, n=30) and the combined group (received both micro-focused ultrasound and BoNT-A injection, n=30). Additionally, patients were further categorized into four subgroups based on the type of micro-focused ultrasound device used: Peninsula Microultra? (PM) device group ( n=15), Intelligent Ultrasound? (IU) device group ( n=15), PM device + BoNT-A injection group ( n=15), and IU device + BoNT-A injection group ( n=15). The severity of facial wrinkles was assessed using the wrinkle severity rating scale (WSRS), the Merz aesthetic scale (MAS), and the global aesthetic improvement scale (GAIS) at baseline and 6 months post-treatment. Adverse event rates were also recorded. Results:At 6 months post-treatment, the combined group showed significantly lower WSRS and MAS scores than the control group (both P<0.001). No significant differences were found between the PM and IU device groups, or between the PM + BoNT-A and IU + BoNT-A groups regarding WSRS and MAS scores (all P>0.05). Self-reported GAIS improvement was 56.7% (17/30) for the control group and 80.0% (24/30) for the combined group, with the combined group showing superior results ( P=0.015). The physician-assessed GAIS improvement was 70.0% (21/30) for the control group and 96.7% (29/30) for the combined group, again with the combined group showing superior results ( P=0.007). No significant differences were found in self-reported or physician-assessed GAIS improvement between the PM and IU device groups, or between the PM + BoNT-A and IU + BoNT-A groups (all P>0.05). No severe adverse reactions, such as blisters, scabbing, purpura, bruising, scarring, peripheral facial paralysis, allergies, muscle weakness, dysphagia, or dysphonia, were observed in any patient. Conclusion:The combination of micro-focused ultrasound and BoNT-A injection for facial rejuvenation is more effective than micro-focused ultrasound alone, while there are no significant differences in efficacy between the two micro-focused ultrasound devices.
9.Surveillance and analysis of etiology of viral diarrhea in children under five years old in Baotou city
Xiaojuan CHEN ; Yaoxing LIU ; Jingxian PENG ; Yingbo XIE ; Min GUO ; Jingyi LU ; Men WANG ; Rong JIN
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2025;45(6):507-511
Objective:To investigate the epidemiological trends of viral diarrhea pathogens in children in Baotou city, and to provide reference for controlling the prevalence of viral diarrhea and guiding the development of regional vaccines.Methods:Fecal samples were collected from children under five years old hospitalized with viral diarrhea at two sentinel hospitals in Baotou from June 2023 to May 2024. Real-time PCR was used to detect group A rotavirus, norovirus, adenovirus, and astrovirus. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 20.0 software, with Chi-square tests conducted to assess differences. A P value<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results:A total of 246 fecal samples were collected, including 153 from males and 93 from females. Among these, 135 samples tested positive, yielding a positivity rate of 54.88% (135/246). There were 82 positive samples from male children and 53 from female children, with no significant difference between genders. Most positive samples (51.85%, 70/135) tested positive for two viruses. Specifically, co-infections of group A rotavirus with norovirus or adenovirus accounted for 98.57% (69/70) of all co-infected cases. Significant differences in detection rates were observed across age groups (χ 2=29.803, P<0.001), with the highest positivity rates in children under one year old and in the 1-year age group. Seasonality, viral diarrhea in Baotou was more prevalent in winter and spring. The G8P[8] genotype of group A rotavirus was the predominant strain. Conclusions:From June 2023 to May 2024, viral diarrhea in hospitalized children under five years old in Baotou is primarily caused by co-infections of group A rotavirus and norovirus, with a higher incidence in preschool-aged children. The G8P[8] genotype of group A rotavirus is the dominant strain. It is recommended to strengthen vaccination and surveillance efforts for viral diarrhea in preschool children, particularly during the winter and spring seasons.
10.Expert Consensus on the Ethical Requirements for Generative AI-Assisted Academic Writing
You-Quan BU ; Yong-Fu CAO ; Zeng-Yi CHANG ; Hong-Yu CHEN ; Xiao-Wei CHEN ; Yuan-Yuan CHEN ; Zhu-Cheng CHEN ; Rui DENG ; Jie DING ; Zhong-Kai FAN ; Guo-Quan GAO ; Xu GAO ; Lan HU ; Xiao-Qing HU ; Hong-Ti JIA ; Ying KONG ; En-Min LI ; Ling LI ; Yu-Hua LI ; Jun-Rong LIU ; Zhi-Qiang LIU ; Ya-Ping LUO ; Xue-Mei LV ; Yan-Xi PEI ; Xiao-Zhong PENG ; Qi-Qun TANG ; You WAN ; Yong WANG ; Ming-Xu WANG ; Xian WANG ; Guang-Kuan XIE ; Jun XIE ; Xiao-Hua YAN ; Mei YIN ; Zhong-Shan YU ; Chun-Yan ZHOU ; Rui-Fang ZHU
Chinese Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2025;41(6):826-832
With the rapid development of generative artificial intelligence(GAI)technologies,their widespread application in academic research and writing is continuously expanding the boundaries of sci-entific inquiry.However,this trend has also raised a series of ethical and regulatory challenges,inclu-ding issues related to authorship,content authenticity,citation accuracy,and accountability.In light of the growing involvement of AI in generating academic content,establishing an open,controllable,and trustworthy ethical governance framework has become a key task for safeguarding research integrity and maintaining trust within the academic community.This expert consensus outlines ethical requirements across key stages of AI-assisted academic writing-including topic selection,data management,citation practices,and authorship attribution.It aims to clarify the boundaries and ethical obligations surrounding AI use in academic writing,ensuring that technological tools enhance efficiency without compromising in-tegrity.The goal is to provide guidance and institutional support for building a responsible and sustainable research ecosystem.

Result Analysis
Print
Save
E-mail