1.Mechanism of Yiqi Jiedu Formula Against Ischemic Stroke Based on Microbial-gut-brain Axis
Jialin YANG ; Bingjie CAI ; Yuhao DAI ; Shuting LI ; Keke ZHANG ; Yanhua GAO ; Qiman ZHANG ; Ying ZHANG ; Jianying SHEN ; Shaojing LI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(6):91-100
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			ObjectiveTo explore the possible mechanism of the Yiqi Jiedu formula (YQ) in treating ischemic stroke (IS) from the perspective of the microbial-gut-brain axis (MGBA). MethodRats were randomly divided into five groups, with six in each group, including sham surgery group, model group, and low, medium, and high dose YQ groups (1, 5, and 25 mg·kg-1). Except for the sham surgery group, all other groups were established with a middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) model using the thread occlusion method. The success of modeling was determined through neurobehavioral scoring, and the protective effect of YQ on IS was evaluated. Then, the changes in gut microbiota before and after MCAO modeling and YQ administration were compared using 16S rDNA sequencing technology, and the possible biological pathways related to the effect of this formula were analyzed. The expression of inflammatory factors such as interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-17A (IL-17A), and interleukin-10 (IL-10) in serum was detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Western blot was used to detect the expression of tight junction proteins ZO-1 and Occludin in brain and intestinal tissue, and hematoxylin-eosin staining (HE) was used to observe pathological changes in the cerebral cortex and colon, so as to validate the possible mechanism of action. ResultYQ significantly improved the neurobehavioral score of MCAO rats (P<0.01) and played a good regulatory role in intestinal microbial disorders caused by enriched pathogens and opportunistic pathogens during the acute phase. Among them, significantly changed microorganisms include Morgentia, Escherichia Shigella, Adlercreutzia, and Androbacter. Bioinformatics analysis found that these bacteria may be related to the regulation of inflammation in the brain. Compared with the blank group, the detection of inflammatory factors in the serum of IS model rats showed an increase in inflammatory factors IL-6 and IL-17A (P<0.01) and a decrease in the content of anti-inflammatory factor IL-10 (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the content of inflammatory factors IL-6 and IL-17A in the serum of the treatment group decreased (P<0.05), and that of anti-inflammatory factor IL-10 increased (P<0.01). The expression results of barrier proteins ZO-1 and Occludin in brain and intestinal tissue showed that the expression levels of both decreased in IS model rats (P<0.05), while the expression levels of both increased in the treatment group (P<0.05). ConclusionAcute cerebral ischemia can lead to an imbalance of intestinal microbiota and damage to the intestinal barrier, and it can increase intestinal permeability. YQ can regulate intestinal microbiota imbalance caused by ischemia, inhibit systemic inflammatory response, and improve the disruption of the gut-blood brain barrier, preventing secondary cascade damage to brain tissue caused by inflammation. The MGBA may be an important mechanism against the IS. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
2.Exploring Mechanism of Neferine in Promoting Vascular Regeneration Against Cerebral Ischemia Based on Mitochondrial MCU Channel
Qiman ZHANG ; Yanhua GAO ; Wenjie WU ; Wei YANG ; Chen LIU ; Shuting LI ; Bingjie CAI ; Jialin YANG ; Ying ZHANG ; Jing MA ; Shaojing LI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(24):103-113
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanism of neferine(Nef) in promoting vascular regeneration against cerebral ischemia through modulation of mitochondrial calcium uniporter(MCU) ion channel. MethodTaking the area of subintestinal vessels in microvascular deficiency zebrafish as an index, the vascular regenerative efficacy of Nef was evaluated, and the median effective concentration(EC50) was calculated. Rats were randomly divided into a sham operation group, a model group, a positive drug group(butylphthalide, 6 mg·kg-1), and Nef low, medium, and high dose groups(0.125, 0.625, 3.125 μg·kg-1). Except for the sham operation group, the middle cerebral artery occlusion(MCAO) model was established in other groups. After modeling, the groups were administered the corresponding dose of drugs by gavage, while the sham operation and model groups received equal volumes of saline, once a day for 7 consecutive days. Neurobehavioral scores were assessed for each group of rats, and the infarct rate of ischemic brain tissue was calculated by 2,3,5-triphenyltetrazolium chloride(TTC) staining. The regional cerebral blood flow(rCBF) of each group was measured using a speckle contrast imaging. Immunofluorescence and Western blot were conducted to detect the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF), platelet endothelial cell adhesion molecule-1(CD31), and hypoxia-inducible factor-1α(HIF-1α) proteins in each group. Human umbilical vein endothelial cells(HUVECs) were divided into the normal group, model group, positive drug group(astragaloside Ⅳ, 10 μmol·L-1), and Nef group (32 nmol·L-1). In the verification of mitochondrial protection of Nef and its mechanism in promoting vascular regeneration, the spermine(MCU agonist) and Nef+spermine group were added. HUVECs model of oxygen-glucose deprivation(OGD) was established in all groups except the normal group, the cell viability was assessed using 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide(MTT) assay, and cell migration ability was evaluated through scratch and tube formation assays. Fluorescent probes(Rhod-2 AM, Fluo-3 AM, JC-1, Calcein AM) and a cellular energy metabolism analyzer were used to analyze the mitochondrial protective effects of Nef. Molecular docking was performed to predict the binding ability of Nef with MCU and HIF-1α, and Western blot was used to detect the effects of Nef on the protein expressions of MCU, B-cell lymphoma-2 associated X protein(Bax), Caspase-3 and HIF-1α in the OGD model HUVECs. ResultThe results of vascular regeneration in microvascular deficiency zebrafish showed that compared to the normal group, the area of subintestinal vessels in the model group significantly decreased(P<0.01). Compared to the model group, different concentrations of Nef could significantly increase the area of subintestinal vessels(P<0.01), with the maximum tolerated concentration of 10.24 μmol·L-1 and the EC50 of 0.23 μmol·L-1. Anti-cerebral ischemia results on MCAO rats showed that compared to the sham operation group, the model group had a significant decrease in rCBF and a significant increase in infarct rate, while CD31 expression significantly decreased(P<0.01), and VEGF and HIF-1α protein expressions significantly increased(P<0.05). Compared to the model group, the treated groups showed significant increases in rCBF, significant reductions in infarct volume, and significant increases in CD31, VEGF, and HIF-1α protein expression(P<0.01). Cell experiment results showed that compared to the normal group, the model group had decreased cell viability and migration ability, increased intracellular Ca2+ and mitochondrial Ca2+ levels, reduced mitochondrial permeability transition pore(MPTP) opening, and decreased mitochondrial energy metabolism capability, with increased expressions of MCU, Bax, Caspase-3 and HIF-1α proteins(P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared to the model group, the Nef group showed increased cell viability and migration ability, decreased intracellular Ca2+ and mitochondrial Ca2+ levels, increased MPTP opening, enhanced mitochondrial energy metabolism capability, decreased expressions of MCU, Bax and Caspase-3 proteins, and increased HIF-1α protein expression(P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionNef can stabilize mitochondrial membrane potential and inhibit mitochondrial apoptosis. By down-regulating the expression of MCU, it suppresses the activation of intracellular Bax and Caspase-3 while activating the HIF-1α signaling pathway, enhancing the expression of VEGF and CD31, thereby promoting vascular regeneration to treat ischemic brain injury. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
3.Mechanism of Xuan Bi Decoction inhibiting acute gouty arthritis response in rats by regulating COX-2 signal pathway
Shaojing XU ; Jiayu SHI ; Ziyu XU ; Lihui XIONG ; Xin LI
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2024;40(5):1069-1074
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective:The effect of Xuan Bi Decoction on inhibition of cyclooxygenase-2(COX-2)pathway on inflammation in rats with acute gouty arthritis(GA).Methods:Sixty SD rats randomly allocated into control group,model group,celecoxib group(20 mg/kg),Xuan Bi Decoction low-dose group(5 g/kg),Xuan Bi Decoction medium-dose group(10 g/kg),Xuan Bi Decoction high-dose group(20 g/kg),with 10 rats in each group.The classic method of Coderre was used to establish a rat gout model and observe the general condition of each group of rats;analysis of rat gait scores and joint swelling of rats;the histopathological growth of rat ankle Sy-novial membrane were observed by HE staining;the levels of inflammatory factors IL-1β,TNF-α,PGE2 and LTB4 in rats joint fluid were detected by ELISA;Western blot detection of PGE2 receptor 2(EP2)and LTB receptor 1(BLT1)expressions in rats ankle syno-vial tissue;qRT-PCR to detect the effect of mRNA expression of COX-2 and 5-lipoxygenase(5-LOX).Results:Rats in the model group had swollen joints,lameness,lusterless fur and mental lethargy;the rats in the celecoxib group and Xuan Bi Decoction low,medium and high dose groups showed effective improvement in related symptoms;compared with control group,the gait score,degree of joint swelling,degree of histopathology,IL-1β,TNF-α,PGE2,LTB4,COX-2,5-LOX,EP2 and BLT1 levels of the rats in the model group were significantly higher(P<0.05);compared with the COX-2 inhibitor celecoxib,Xuan Bi Decoction(20 g/kg)showed better anti-arthritic properties in rats treated with MSU crystals,accompanied by reduced expression of IL-1β,TNF-α,PGE2,LTB4,COX-2,5-LOX,EP2 and BLT1.Conclusion:Dual inhibition of COX-2 and 5-LOX by Xuan Bi Decoction in GA rats to improve MSU crystal-induced inflammation and may serve as a novel therapeutic strategy.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
4.Research on the Pharmacodynamic Material Basis of Kaixinsan Based on High Performance Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry and Mitochondrial Respiratory Function
Ruofan AN ; Zhen LI ; Jun LI ; Yanhua GAO ; Shaojing LI ; Qiman ZHANG ; Ying CHEN ; Huihua WAN ; Wei YANG
Herald of Medicine 2024;43(12):1888-1897
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective To reveal the pharmacodynamic material basis of Kaixinsan by using high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(HPLC-MS/MS)and the integrated analysis of"chemical component spectrum-plasma exposure component spectrum-mitochondrial function".Methods Through a review of literature,databases,and previous studies,the chemical components of ginseng,polygala,poria,and acorus were systematically cataloged.A qualitative analysis method for the chemical constituents in the aqueous extract of Kaixinsan was developed,allowing for the identification of its chemical components.A qualitative analysis for rat plasma based on HPLC-MS/MS was established,which was applied to analyze the plasma exposure component spectrum following oral administration of Kaixinsan aqueous extract in rats.Aerobic respiration was evaluated using a seahorse cell energy metabolism analyzer,and the effect of key components of Kaixinsan on mitochondrial aerobic respiration was assessed.Results Four main types of components were identified in the Kaixinsan aqueous extract,including saponins,oligosaccharide esters,xanthones,and triterpenes,comprising a total of 231 identified compounds.Analysis of rat plasma 30 minutes after gavage with Kaixinsan identified 55 compounds.The analysis revealed that ginsenoside Rg1,3,6'-disinapoylsucrose,polygalaxanthone Ⅲ and poricoic acid B could significantly enhance mitochondrial respiratory capacity using in vitro cellular assays to detect aerobic respiration of four main components entered blood.Conclusions Saponins,oligosaccharide esters,xanthones,and triterpenes may be the material basis for the pharmacological effect of Kaixinsan by improving mitochondrial function.The integrated analysis of"chemical component spectrum-plasma exposure component spectrum-mitochondrial function"provides a new approach for in-depth exploration of the material basis underlying the efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
5.Oxidative phosphorylation safeguards pluripotency via UDP-N-acetylglucosamine.
Jiani CAO ; Meng LI ; Kun LIU ; Xingxing SHI ; Ning SUI ; Yuchen YAO ; Xiaojing WANG ; Shiyu LI ; Yuchang TIAN ; Shaojing TAN ; Qian ZHAO ; Liang WANG ; Xiahua CHAI ; Lin ZHANG ; Chong LIU ; Xing LI ; Zhijie CHANG ; Dong LI ; Tongbiao ZHAO
Protein & Cell 2023;14(5):376-381
6.Application of blended learning in clinical teaching of wound care clinic
Shaojing ZHOU ; Xiangyu CHEN ; Dongyun XIA ; Fang ZHOU ; Jian LI
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2021;20(5):592-596
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective:To explore the effectiveness of blended learning in the clinical teaching of wound care clinic.Methods:Blended learning based on WeChat and offline CBL teaching method was constructed by applying evidence-based nursing. Totally 125 interns from the wound care clinic of our hospital were selected as subjects, among which 62 didn't receive the blended learning (control group), and 63 received the blended learning (observation group). At the end of the two-week practice, the effectiveness of the two teaching methods was compared. The objective evaluation was carried out in the forms of theory test, practice evaluation and comprehensive quality questionnaire combined with online self-test and offline practice. All data were analyzed by SPSS 20.0 statistical software.Results:The scores of theory test, practice evaluation and comprehensive quality assessment in the observation group were all higher than those in the control group ( P<0.001). Conclusion:The blended learning with WeChat as the medium can guide student active learning, consolidate the basic knowledge, improve the efficiency of teaching, stimulate the enthusiasm of practice, and improve the comprehensive quality. It's a clinical teaching method that can be used for reference.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
7.A Single-cell Transcriptome Atlas of Cashmere Goat Hair Follicle Morphogenesis.
Wei GE ; Weidong ZHANG ; Yuelang ZHANG ; Yujie ZHENG ; Fang LI ; Shanhe WANG ; Jinwang LIU ; Shaojing TAN ; Zihui YAN ; Lu WANG ; Wei SHEN ; Lei QU ; Xin WANG
Genomics, Proteomics & Bioinformatics 2021;19(3):437-451
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Cashmere, also known as soft gold, is produced from the secondary hair follicles (SHFs) of cashmere goats. The number of SHFs determines the yield and quality of cashmere; therefore, it is of interest to investigate the transcriptional profiles present during cashmere goat hair follicle development. However, mechanisms underlying this development process remain largely unexplored, and studies regarding hair follicle development mostly use a murine research model. In this study, to provide a comprehensive understanding of cellular heterogeneity and cell fate decisions, single-cell RNA sequencing was performed on 19,705 single cells of the dorsal skin from cashmere goat fetuses at induction (embryonic day 60; E60), organogenesis (E90), and cytodifferentiation (E120) stages. For the first time, unsupervised clustering analysis identified 16 cell clusters, and their corresponding cell types were also characterized. Based on lineage inference, a detailed molecular landscape was revealed along the dermal and epidermal cell lineage developmental pathways. Notably, our current data also confirmed the heterogeneity of dermal papillae from different hair follicle types, which was further validated by immunofluorescence analysis. The current study identifies different biomarkers during cashmere goat hair follicle development and has implications for cashmere goat breeding in the future.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
8. Correlation between serum lysosomal-associated membrane protein 2, lysosomal-associated membrane protein 2 antibody levels and progression of renal function in patients with chronic kidney disease
Yan ZENG ; Shaojing ZHAO ; Huaqian CHEN ; Zhengdong LI
Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine 2019;42(9):776-781
		                        		
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		                        			To investigate the correlation between serum lysosomal-associated membrane protein 2 (LAMP-2), LAMP-2 antibody levels and the progression of renal function in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
		                        		
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		                        			A total of 80 patients with CKD 3 to 5 stage (CKD group) and 50 healthy controls (control group) from August 2016 to August 2017 in Affiliated Dongfeng Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine were enrolled. The levels of hemoglobin, creatinine, urea, albumin, LAMP-2 and LAMP-2 antibody in fasting elbow venous blood of 2 groups were detected, and the estimate glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) was calculated. The CKD patients were followed up for 1 year, and renal function deterioration was defined as eGFR declined more than average value; the follow-up was over when the patients started dialysis or died, and those patients also defined as renal function deterioration. The patients were divided into high level group and low level group according to the serum LAMP-2 and LAMP-2 antibody levels.
		                        		
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		                        			The eGFR, hemoglobin and albumin in CKD group were significantly lower than those in control group: (24.60 ± 5.79) ml/min vs. (119.20 ± 9.52) ml/min, (111.36 ± 24.41) g/L vs. (144.60 ± 17.85) g/L and (36.83 ± 3.84) g/L vs. (45.92 ± 6.37) g/L, the creatinine, urea, LAMP-2 and LAMP-2 antibody were significantly higher than those in control group: (306.17 ± 49.24) μmol/L vs. (83.24 ± 5.55) μmol/L, (15.17 ± 3.39) mmol/L vs. (5.57 ± 1.33) mmol/L, (24.76 ± 5.47) μg/L vs. (12.93 ± 4.43) μg/L and (20.33 ± 4.89) μg/L vs. (9.98 ± 2.20) μg/L, and there were statistical differences (
		                        		
		                        	
9.Research about evaluation index system of home treatment quality for chronic wound patients with negative pressure therapy
Dongyun XIA ; Ling WU ; Shaojing ZHOU ; Jian LI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2018;34(2):84-87
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective To study the evaluation index system for home treatment quality of negative pressure therapy. Methods Two-round Delphi expert consultation method was used to consult 20 experts, so as to initially establishthe quality evaluation index system. Results An evaluation index system for home treatment quality of negative pressure therapy was formed, including 4 items of primary indexes, 13 items of secondary indexes and 30 items of tertiary indexes. Conclusions The evaluation index system for home treatment quality of negative pressure therapy in patients with chronic wounds has a clear hierarchy, the reliability of the research results is high, which provides a standardized reference for the objective evaluation of the work and the continuous improvement of nursing quality.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
10.Advances of microRNA activity in innate immunity
Ruocong YANG ; Feipeng DUAN ; Jiahong CHAO ; Pengpeng TIAN ; Zhiyong YAN ; Shaojing LI
Journal of China Pharmaceutical University 2017;48(4):396-406
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			MicroRNA (miRNA),sharing the character of regulating the transcriptional level and expression level of mRNAs,is one kind of small non-coded RNAs.At present,innate immune has become one of the hot topics for researchers,and miRNAs as a sort of bioactive substance greatly take part in the whole regulation progress.In detailed,miRNAs can influence the immune state of immune cells during innate immune period and further regulate inflammatory conditions in whole body.By systematically summarizing miRNA function during innate immunity,this present review may provide a reference for peer researchers.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
            
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