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MOF@platelet-rich plasma antimicrobial GelMA dressing: structural characterization, bio-compatibility, and effect on wound healing efficacy
PRP was adsorbed onto MOF and then added to GelMA to promote the effects on cross-linking degree, mechanical and biological properties of GelMA.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 30055-30069
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04546G
On the temperature dependent photoluminescence of nanoscale LuPO4:Eu3+ and their application for bioimaging
The Eu3+ doped LuPO4 nanoparticles were incubated in human lung cancer cells (A549) and the emission was measured via fluorescence microscope.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29992-29998
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA01190B
Discovery of novel SS-31 (D-Arg-dimethylTyr-Lys-Phe-NH2) derivatives as potent agents to ameliorate inflammation and increase mitochondrial ATP synthesis
5f and 5g exhibit significantly enhanced anti-neuroinflammatory effects compared to SS-31 and mitigate rotenone-induced reductions in neuronal ATP levels, as well as the associated increase in mitochondrial reactive oxygen species.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29789-29799
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA05517A
Multifunctional combined drug-loaded nanofibrous dressings with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant stress and microenvironment improvement for diabetic wounds
The treatment of diabetic wounds remains a formidable clinical challenge worldwide.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29606-29623
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04860A
Magnesium-enhanced porcine particles using hydrothermal technique improve the osteogenic differentiation of cells
Guided bone regeneration (GBR) uses bone grafts and barrier membranes to block soft tissue invasion to eventually create a new bone.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29455-29463
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA03496A
Design and comprehensive characterization of dry powder inhalation aerosols of simvastatin DPPC/DPPG lung surfactant-mimic nanoparticles/microparticles for pulmonary nanomedicine
Simvastatin-loaded DPPC/DPPG proliposomes synthesized by spray drying show aerosol dispersion as dry powder inhalers and in vitro sustained delivery.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29413-29427
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04947K
Safety evaluation of Plukenetia volubilis seeds: a metabolomic profiling and network toxicology approach
The study indicated the absence of saponins, the presence of phytosterols and trigonellin (a pyridine alkaloid), and a low safety risk related to saponin and alkaloid content in the Sacha Inchi seeds.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29319-29329
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA03767G
Synthesis of colicin Ia neoglycoproteins: tools towards glyco-engineering of bacterial cell surfaces
Herein we demonstrate organocatalyst-mediated protein aldol ligation (OPAL) modification of the bacteriocidin colicin Ia to afford mannose-presenting neoglycoproteins with potential utility for non-genetic glyco-engineering of E. coli cell surfaces.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 29106-29112
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04774E
Benzimidazole–dioxoisoindoline conjugates as dual VEGFR-2 and FGFR-1 inhibitors: design, synthesis, biological investigation, molecular docking studies and ADME predictions
A series of new benzimidazole–dioxo(benzo)isoindoline conjugates were designed and synthesized as dual VEGFR-2 and FGFR-1 inhibitors. Compound 8m demonstrated potent % inhibition of 80.69% and 76.83% on VEGFR-2 and FGFR-1 at 10 μM, respectively.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28889-28903
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA05462H
Therapeutic applications of RNA nanostructures
Non-immunogenic RNA nanostructures are functionalized for/with RNAi, mRNA, ribozymes, CRISPR, and small molecule drugs. Immunogenic RNA nanostructures are designed as immunostimulants and cancer vaccine platforms. Created in Biorender.com.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28807-28821
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA03823A
Soft X-ray spectromicroscopy of human fibroblasts with impaired sialin function
A comparative study of normal human fibroblasts and Salla disease patients' fibroblasts reveals changes in the soft X-ray spectroscopic signatures of disease cells. Synchrotron radiation imaging was performed for thin sections and grid-grown cells.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28797-28806
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA05520A
Core-size and geometry versus toxicity in small amino terminated PAMAM dendrimers
The toxicity of 6 small dendrimers has been investigated in three different human cancer cell lines (HeLa, MCF-7, THP-1) and the endothelial skin cell line HMEC-1 in order to evaluate their potential as vehicles for drug delivery.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28684-28692
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA02020K
Characterization of dolomite and calcite microcalcifications in human breast tissue
Microcalcifications within minimally processed tissue sections from breast cancer patients were analyzed. Most of these microcalcifications were calcite and dolomite crystals, with dolomite being observed in tumorous tissue for the first time.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28741-28752
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04137B
Synthesis of quinoxalines and assessment of their inhibitory effects against human non-small-cell lung cancer cells
Twenty-six quinoxalin derivatives were synthesized to assess their biological activities against human non-small-cell lung cancer cells (A549 cells). Among them, compound 4m exhibited the most potent inhibitory activity against A549 cells.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28659-28668
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04453C
Dual inhibitory potential of ganoderic acid A on GLUT1/3: computational and in vitro insights into targeting glucose metabolism in human lung cancer
Human glucose transporters (GLUTs) facilitate the uptake of hexoses into cells. In cancer, the increased proliferation necessitates higher expression of GLUTs. This study demonstrates the inhibitory function of ganoderic acid A (GAA) on GLUT1/3.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28569-28584
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04454A
New multifunctional hybrids as modulators of apoptosis markers and topoisomerase II in breast cancer therapy: synthesis, characterization, and in vitro and in silico studies
Recently, molecular hybrids of two or more active pharmacophores have shown promise for designing and synthesizing anticancer drugs.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28555-28568
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04219K
Discovery of new Hsp90–Cdc37 protein–protein interaction inhibitors: in silico screening and optimization of anticancer activity
The interaction between heat shock protein 90 (Hsp90) and Hsp90 co-chaperone cell-division cycle 37 (Cdc37) is crucial for the folding and maturation of several oncogenic proteins, particularly protein kinases.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 28347-28375
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA05878J
Antiviral activity of pyrazole derivatives bearing a hydroxyquinoline scaffold against SARS-CoV-2, HCoV-229E, MERS-CoV, and IBV propagation
Antiviral screening of hydroxyquinoline-pyrazoles against SARS-CoV-2, MERS-CoV, and HCoV-229E revealed potent inhibition of SARS-CoV-2 at lower concentrations, highlighting their promise as therapeutic candidates against this highly pathogenic virus.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 27935-27947
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04728A
Amelioration of gold nanoparticles mediated through Ocimum oil extracts induces reactive oxygen species and mitochondrial instability against MCF-7 breast carcinoma
The bottom-up synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) using Ocimum sanctum essential oil extracts exhibited excellent antimicrobial and therapeutic potential against MCF 7 breast carcinoma through flow cytometry analysis and DNA damage studies.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 27816-27830
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04807E
Rationale, in silico docking, ADMET profile, design, synthesis and cytotoxicity evaluations of phthalazine derivatives as VEGFR-2 inhibitors and apoptosis inducers
New phthalazine derivatives as vascular endothelial growth factor receptor-2 (VEGFR-2) inhibitors were synthesized joined to different spacers including pyrazole, α,β-unsaturated ketonic fragment, pyrimidinone and/or pyrimidinthione.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 27110-27121
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04956J
One-pot synthesis of tetrahydropyrimidinecarboxamides enabling in vitro anticancer activity: a combinative study with clinically relevant brain-penetrant drugs
This study describe one-pot three-component synthesis of bioactive tetrahydopyrimidinecarboxamide employing La(OTf)3 as a catalyst. Compound, 4f had the most potent anti-cancer activity and impeded cell cycle progression effectively.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 27174-27186
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04171B
Design, synthesis and potent anti-pancreatic cancer activity of new pyrazole derivatives bearing chalcone, thiazole and thiadiazole moieties: gene expression, DNA fragmentation, cell cycle arrest and SAR
Four pyrazol derivatives (4, 5, 7, and 25) showed potent anti-PACA-2 cell line with IC50 (13.0, 31.5 and 24.9, 5.5 μg mL−1) respectively, while compounds 23 and 25 showed potent anti-PC3 cell line with IC50 (26.1 and 11.8 μg mL−1).
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 26954-26970
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA03005B
Glucospanlastics: innovative antioxidant and anticancer ascorbyl-2-glucoside vesicles for striking topical performance of repurposed itraconazole
Ascorbyl glucoside utilization in the preparation of innovative glucospanlastics loaded itraconazole for topical delivery.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 26524-26543
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA03542A
S-Alkylated quinazolin-4(3H)-ones as dual EGFR/VEGFR-2 kinases inhibitors: design, synthesis, anticancer evaluation and docking study
Novel quinazolin-4(3H)-ones 4–27 were synthesized. Compounds 4, 11, and 20 showed potential anti-tumour activities. 4, 11, and 20 blocked EGFR/VEGFR-2 and triggered apoptosis. Compound 4 showed the most potent activity against EGFR/VEGFR-2.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 26325-26339
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04828H
Electrospinning technology: a promising approach for tendon–bone interface tissue engineering
This review highlights recent advances in tendon–bone interface (TBI) tissue regeneration, focusing on the application of electrospinning technology.
RSC Adv., 2024,14, 26077-26090
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4RA04043K
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