Human fallopian tube epithelial cells exhibit stemness features, self-renewal capacity, and Wnt-related organoid formation.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The blood-spinal cord barrier (BSCB) is composed of a monolayer of endothelium linked with tight junctions and extracellular matrix (ECM)-rich basement membranes and is surrounded by astrocyte foot processes. Endothelial permeability is regulated by interaction between endothelial cells and ECM proteins. Fib...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Lee TH,Hsieh ST,Chiang HY

更新日期：2019-05-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:ESBL-producing bacteria are a clinical problem in the management of diseases caused by these pathogens. Worldwide, systemic infections with BL enzymes are evolving by mutations from classical bla genes in an intensified manner and they continue to be transferred across species. RESULTS:E.cloacae BF1417 isol...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Bourouis A,Ben Moussa M,Belhadj O

更新日期：2015-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：:Mediation of the respiratory reflex effects of an exogenous serotonin challenge goes beyond the lung vagi and is suggested to involve the nodose ganglia. In the present experiments the effects of an intravenous serotonin challenge on breathing pattern were studied in 8 pentobarbitone-chloralose anaesthetised cats. Bol...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Kopczyńska B,Szereda-Przestaszewska M

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While virus-like particles (VLPs) containing subgenomic replicons, which can transduce replicons into target cells efficiently for studying viral replication and vectors of gene therapy and vaccine, have been established for several flaviviruses, none has been reported for the four serotypes of dengue virus, the causa...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Lai CY,Hu HP,King CC,Wang WK

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A three-dimensional molecular model of the transmembrane domain of the 5-HT(1A) receptor (5-HT(1A)R) is presented in the context of a general strategy for modeling the macromolecular structure of a guanine nucleotide binding, regulatory protein coupled receptor (GPCR). The model of the 5-HT(1A)R rests on the definitio...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Pardo L,Batlle M,Duñach M,Weinstein H

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine the involvement of the globus pallidus in mediating epilepsy, the effects of microinjection of a GABA uptake blocker (tiagabine), a benzodiazepine agonist (zolpidem) and a GABA-B receptor agonist (baclofen) on pentylenetetrazol (PTZ)-induced tonic seizure were examined in adult rats. Administration of PTZ...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Chen L,Chan YS,Yung WH

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Helicobacter pylori bacteria colonize human gastric mucosa, cause chronic inflammation, peptic ulcers and gastric cancer. Colonization is mediated by H. pylori adhesins, which preferentially bind mucin 5 (MUC5AC) and Lewis (Le) determinants. The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of H. pylori an...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Gonciarz W,Walencka M,Moran AP,Hinc K,Obuchowski M,Chmiela M

更新日期：2019-03-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fat embolism syndrome (FES) associated with acute lung injury (ALI) is a clinical condition following long bone fracture. We have reported 14 victims due to ALI with FES. Our laboratory has developed an animal model that produced fat emboli (FE). The major purpose of this study was to test whether neutrophil...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Lin CC,Liu PH,Kao SJ,Chen HI

更新日期：2012-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Type I Bartter syndrome is a recessive human nephropathy caused by loss-of-function mutations in the SLC12A1 gene coding for the Na+-K+-2Cl- cotransporter NKCC2. We recently established the mutant mouse line Slc12a1I299F exhibiting kidney defects highly similar to the late-onset manifestation of this heredit...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Kemter E,Rathkolb B,Becker L,Bolle I,Busch DH,Dalke C,Elvert R,Favor J,Graw J,Hans W,Ivandic B,Kalaydjiev S,Klopstock T,Rácz I,Rozman J,Schrewe A,Schulz H,Zimmer A,Fuchs H,Gailus-Durner V,Hrabe de Angelis M,Wolf

更新日期：2014-08-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Dengue virus infection presents a wide spectrum of manifestations including asymptomatic condition, dengue fever (DF), or severe forms, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) and dengue shock syndrome (DSS) in affected individuals. The early prediction of severe dengue in patients without any warning signs who may lat...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： John DV,Lin YS,Perng GC

更新日期：2015-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Stem cell activity is subject to non-cell-autonomous regulation from the local microenvironment, or niche. In adaption to varying physiological conditions and the ever-changing external environment, the stem cell niche has evolved with multifunctionality that enables stem cells to detect these changes and to communica...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Chen CL,Huang WY,Wang EHC,Tai KY,Lin SJ

更新日期：2020-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To develop an individually-tailored dynamic risk assessment model following a multistep, multifactorial process of the Correa's gastric cancer model. METHODS:First, we estimated the state-to-state transition rates following Correa's five-step carcinogenic model and assessed the effect of risk factors, inclu...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Fann JC,Chiang TH,Yen AM,Lee YC,Wu MS,Chen HH

更新日期：2018-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Previously we have reported the presence of endogenous ligands that are involved in the regulation of the binding of muscimol to the GABA binding site of the GABAA receptors. Here, we report the presence of multiple forms of endogenous ligands in the brain which modulate the binding of flunitrazepam (FNZP) to the benz...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Yarom M,Tang XW,Wu E,Carlson RG,Vander Velde D,Lee X,Wu J

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mutations at codon 215 of HIV-1 reverse transcriptase (RT) confer resistance to nucleoside analogs through RT-catalyzed ATP-dependent phosphorolysis. We showed that mutation T215Y is predominant over T215F (respectively 38.8 vs. 7.04% of 7312 sequences from a cohort of patients receiving antiretroviral therapy in Fran...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Yahi N,Fantini J,Henry M,Tourrès C,Tamalet C

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Engineering approaches were adopted for liver microsystems to recapitulate cell arrangements and culture microenvironments in vivo for sensitive, high-throughput and biomimetic drug screening. This review introduces liver microsystems in vitro for drug hepatotoxicity, drug-drug interactions, metabolic function and enz...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Lee JH,Ho KL,Fan SK

更新日期：2019-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：:The envelope gene of Moloney murine leukemia virus (Mo-MLV) and its various functional domains have been studied extensively but not as much in terms of their biological effects on cell growth. In this study, we report the biological characterization of a truncated Mo-MLV envelope gene, LN11, which is devoid of a sign...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Chen H,Chung SW,Wong PM

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increasing evidence suggests that immune responses are involved in the control of cancer and that the immune system can be manipulated in different ways to recognize and attack tumors. Progress in immune-based strategies has opened new therapeutic avenues using a number of techniques destined to eliminate malignant ce...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Matar P,Alaniz L,Rozados V,Aquino JB,Malvicini M,Atorrasagasti C,Gidekel M,Silva M,Scharovsky OG,Mazzolini G

更新日期：2009-03-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Adeno-associated virus (AAV)-2 was developed as a useful vector for human gene therapy. In this report, we analyzed the integration and expression of AAV-mediated ex vivo transferred human beta-globin gene in bone marrow (BM) reconstituted mice. Recombinant AAV (rAAV) containing human beta-globin gene was packaged by ...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Dong WJ,Wu XB,Liu DP,Li JL,Liu G,Zu ZX,Zhao N,Hou YD,Liang CC

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Different human retroviruses, such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV), can cause neurologic infection. However, a definitive diagnosis may be hampered by several factors. Quantification of the viral or proviral load in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) may be helpful in the diagno...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Rosadas C,Puccioni-Sohler M

更新日期：2015-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：:A number of infectious agents have been implicated in the development of vascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and posttransplantation arterial restenosis. Cytomegalovirus (CMV) has been reported to cause obliteration of coronary arteries by a progressive vasculopathy that involves proliferation of medial smooth m...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Dhaunsi GS,Kaur J,Turner RB

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Loss of ovarian function, as in menopause or after ovariectomy (OVX), is closely associated with obesity and white adipose tissue (WAT) inflammation. Estrogen replacement protects against postmenopausal obesity but increases the risks of carcinogenesis. In the present study, we investigated the effects of lo...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Shen HH,Yang CY,Kung CW,Chen SY,Wu HM,Cheng PY,Lam KK,Lee YM

更新日期：2019-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Drosophila eye development is a progressive process including cell fate determination, pattern formation, and rhabdomere morphogenesis. During eye development, a dramatic change in cell shape, which involves turning and extension of the photoreceptor apical surface, occurs in the early pupal stages. It is known that a...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Fan SS

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The intracellular mechanisms underlying oxidized low-density lipoprotein (oxLDL)-signaling pathways in platelets are not yet completely understood. Therefore, the aim of this study was to further examine the effects of oxLDL in prevention of platelet aggregation. In this study, oxLDL concentration-dependently (40-120 ...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Chou DS,Chan CH,Hsiao G,Shen MY,Tsai YJ,Chen TF,Sheu JR

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Peroxisome proliferator activated receptor gamma (PPARG) belongs to the nuclear receptor superfamily functioning as transcription factors to regulate cellular differentiation, development and metabolism. Moreover, it has been implicated in the regulation of lipid metabolism, as well as the maturation of mono...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： García-Ricobaraza M,García-Bermúdez M,Torres-Espinola FJ,Segura Moreno MT,Bleyere MN,Díaz-Prieto LE,Nova E,Marcos A,Campoy C

更新日期：2020-11-30 00:00:00

abstract：:5-methoxytryptophan (5-MTP) is an endothelial factor with anti-inflammatory properties. It is synthesized from L-tryptophan via two enzymatic steps: tryptophan hydroxylase-1 (TPH-1) and hydroxyindole O-methyltransferase. Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and pro-inflammatory cytokines suppress endothelial 5-MTP production by i...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Wu KK,Kuo CC,Yet SF,Lee CM,Liou JY

更新日期：2020-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：:The dual signal hypothesis of apoptosis holds that a common signal can activate both apoptotic and proliferative pathways. The fate of a cell is dependent on which of these two pathways predominates. In the MAPK family of kinases, ERK and JNK have been proposed to mediate apoptosis whereas the PI3K-stimulated kinase, ...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Chin LS,Murray SF,Harter DH,Doherty PF,Singh SK

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although runt-related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2) has been considered a determinant of cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD), some CCD patients were free of RUNX2 mutations. CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein beta (Cebpb) is a key factor of Runx2 expression and our previous study has reported two CCD signs including ...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Huang B,Takahashi K,Jennings EA,Pumtang-On P,Kiso H,Togo Y,Saito K,Sugai M,Akira S,Shimizu A,Bessho K

更新日期：2014-05-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on the tertiary structure of the ribosome-inactivating protein alpha-sarcin, domains that are responsible for hydrolyzing ribosomes and naked RNA have been dissected. In this study, we found that the head-to-tail interaction between the first amino beta-strand and the last carboxyl beta-strand is not involved in...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Hwu L,Huang K,Chen D,Lin A

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lysosome-associated membrane protein (LAMP)-1, one of the major protein components of the lysosomal membrane, is upregulated in the human glioblastoma cell lines, U-373 MG and LN-Z308, which undergo cisplatin-induced apoptosis. These human brain tumor cell lines demonstrated apoptosis in response to cisplatin/nifedipi...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Chen JW,Madamanchi N,Madamanchi NR,Trier TT,Keherly MJ

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed at developing nerve growth factor (NGF) mimetics that selectively activate specific biological signals and, as a result, lack the side effects of the full-length protein. Two dimeric dipeptides, bis-(N-aminocaproyl-glycyl-L-lysine) hexamethylenediamide (GK-6) and bis(N-succinyl-L-glutamyl-L-...

journal_title：Journal of biomedical science

authors： Gudasheva TA,Povarnina PY,Antipova TA,Firsova YN,Konstantinopolsky MA,Seredenin SB

更新日期：2015-12-08 00:00:00