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A p300 and SIRT1 Regulated Acetylation Switch of C/EBPP Controls Mitochondrial Function
2018
Cellular metabolism is a tightly controlled process in which the cell adapts fluxes through metabolic pathways in response to changes in nutrient supply. Among the transcription factors that regulate gene expression and thereby cause changes in cellular metabolism is the basic leucine-zipper (bZIP) transcription factor CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein alpha (C/EBPα). Protein lysine acetylation is a key post-translational modification (PTM) that integrates cellular metabolic cues with other physiological processes. Here we show that C/EBPα is acetylated by the lysine acetyl transferase (KAT) p300 and deacetylated by the lysine deacetylase (KDAC) Sirtuin1 (SIRT1). SIRT1 is activated in times of…
Role of Nitric Oxide for Modulation of Cancer Therapy Resistance
2010
Reactive nitrogen species (RNS) act as central second messengers in a balanced cellular network. While the complexity of nitric oxide (NO) signaling is far from being understood, and many controversial data can be found in the literature, there is evidence for NO as a major player of modulation of resistance to anticancer drugs and radiotherapy. Hypoxia in cancer tissues causes therapy resistance, and the hypoxia-inducing factor-1 (HIF-1) plays a predominant role in hypoxia-induced resistance. NO and NO-donating compounds sensitize tumor cells by inhibiting HIF-1 mediated transcription in hypoxic cells. Among a plethora of other genes, HIF-1-induced the transcription of the multidrug resist…
RNA In Vitro Synthesis by Phage T7 DNA-Dependent RNA Polymerase
1998
The purpose of this chapter is to introduce beginners in molecular biology to RNA transcription by phage T7 DNA-dependent RNA polymerase. The work outlined here includes the transcription procedure of plasmid vectors or PCR-amplified DNA templates, the purification and identification of RNA products by sequencing with reverse transcriptase.
Data from: Body coloration and mechanisms of colour production in Archelosauria: the case of deirocheline turtles
2019
Animal body coloration is a complex trait resulting from the interplay of multiple mechanisms. While many studies address the functions of animal coloration, the mechanisms of colour production still remain unknown in most taxa. Here we compare reflectance spectra, cellular, ultra- and nano- structure of colour-producing elements, and pigment types in two freshwater turtles with contrasting courtship behaviour, Trachemys scripta and Pseudemys concinna. The two species differ in the distribution of pigment cell-types and in pigment diversity. We found xanthophores, melanocytes, abundant iridophores and dermal collagen fibres in stripes of both species. The yellow chin and forelimb stripes of…
Circular RNAs in Sepsis: Biogenesis, Function, and Clinical Significance
2020
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body responds to an infection that damages it is own tissues. The major problem in sepsis is rapid, vital status deterioration in patients, which can progress to septic shock with multiple organ failure if not properly treated. As there are no specific treatments, early diagnosis is mandatory to reduce high mortality. Despite more than 170 different biomarkers being postulated, early sepsis diagnosis and prognosis remain a challenge for clinicians. Recent findings propose that circular RNAs (circRNAs) may play a prominent role in regulating the patients’ immune system against different pathogens, including bacteria and viruses. Mou…
Advanced clinical diagnostic techniques: omics and their application to the molecular study of diseases
2023
El document forma part dels materials docents programats mitjançant l'ajut del Servei de Política Lingüística de la Universitat de València Omics development is allowing to improve clinical diagnostic techniques in clinical biochemistry. Omics investigate organisms as a whole and allow to study several parameters from a holistic perspective. Through the groundbreakingly development of cytomics, metabolomics and genomics and transcriptomics we can study cells, metabolites and genes as biomarkers for the diagnostic of several pathologies through the application of biochemical and molecular biology techniques. In this seminar, a state-of-the-art review is performed, in order to evaluate the in…
Integrin α2β1 Mediates Isoform-Specific Activation of p38 and Upregulation of Collagen Gene Transcription by a Mechanism Involving the α2 Cytoplasmic…
1999
Two collagen receptors, integrins alpha1beta1 and alpha2beta1, can regulate distinct functions in cells. Ligation of alpha1beta1, unlike alpha2beta1, has been shown to result in recruitment of Shc and activation of the Ras/ERK pathway. To identify the downstream signaling molecules activated by alpha2beta1 integrin, we have overexpressed wild-type alpha2, or chimeric alpha2 subunit with alpha1 integrin cytoplasmic domain in human osteosarcoma cells (Saos-2) lacking endogenous alpha2beta1. The chimeric alpha2/alpha1 chain formed a functional heterodimer with beta1. In contrast to alpha2/alpha1 chimera, forced expression of alpha2 integrin resulted in upregulation of alpha1 (I) collagen gene …
O pewnej możliwości porównawczych badań nad słownikami
2016
In the Polish lexicography, there have appeared newer types of dictionaries, including the ones derived from or modelled on earlier lexicographic works. Their evaluation reąuires that objective criteria for a comparative description of dictionaries be developed. In this paper, the author argues that a dictionary constitutes a specific narration (meta-expression) about language reality, and that is why it should be possible to explore any dictionary using a framework modelling all and any expressions produced by language users. Referred to as a “pragmatic frame”, such framework encompasses nine components: who - when - where - about what - in what way - for what purpose one addresses whom - …
Designing and investigating pedagogical scripts to facilitate computer-supported collaborative learning
2008
Computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL) appears to provide a promising social approach to foster learning. On the other hand, recent studies have indicated that when learners are left on their own, it is often difficult for teams to engage in productive interactions. Therefore, the use of collaboration scripts as instructional support has been presented as a possibility to trigger productive collaborative activities. This study provides knowledge of collaboration scripts as a pedagogical method to facilitate group processes in virtual environments in authentic educational contexts. The findings indicate that scripts as external support can help students proceed in solving learning …
Incidence of potential drug interactions in a transplant centre setting and relevance of electronic alerts for clinical practice support
2013
Background Adverse drug events may occur as a result of drug–drug interactions (DDIs). Information technology (IT) systems can be an important decision-making tool for healthcare workers to identify DDIs.Objective The aim of the study is to analyse drug prescriptions in our main hospital units, in order to measure the incidence and severity of potential DDIs. The utility of clinical decision-support systems (CDSSs) and computerised physician order entry (CPOE) in term of alerts adherence was also assessed. DDIs were assessed using a Micromedex healthcare series database.Methods The system, adopted by the hospital, generates alerts for prescriptions with negative interactions and thanks to a…