The role of rs242941, rs1876828, rs242939 and rs110402 polymorphisms of CRHR1 gene and the depression: systematic review and meta-analysis

Yazmín Hernández‑Díaz,Thelma Beatriz González‑Castro,Isela Esther Juárez‑Rojop,Carlos Alfonso Tovilla‑Zárate,María Lilia López‑Narváez,Alma Delia Genis‑Mendoza,Ana Fresan,Humberto Nicolini 한국유전학회 2021 Genes & Genomics Vol.43 No.11

Background Several studies have evaluated the possible association between polymorphisms or variants in Corticotropinreleasing hormone 1 receptor gene (CRHR1) with depression; however, results remain contradictory and heterogeneous. Objective To our knowledge, we conducted the frst comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the association of the CRHR1 gene and the risk of depression. Methods A search online was conducted in databases for any CRHR1 genetic association studies in depression. Data were extracted for evaluation of pooled estimates using meta-analytic techniques. Statistical analyses were performed using the Comprehensive Meta-analysis, v2.0 software. Result A total of 1403 cases and 2353 mentally healthy controls were included in this study. We found a signifcant association of rs242941, rs1876828 and rs242939 variants of the CRHR1 gene with depression. No association of CRHR1 rs110402 and depression was observed. Conclusion Our meta-analysis shows that some variants of the CRHR1 gene (rs242941, rs1876828 and rs242939) might confer susceptibility to depression. Further studies with larger sample sizes need to be conducted.

In Vitro and In Vivo Nematicide Effect of Extract Fractions of Pleurotus djamor Against Haemonchus contortus

Manases González-Cortázar,José E Sánchez,Magaly Huicochea-Medina,Victor M Hernández-Velázquez,Pedro Mendoza-de-Gives,Alejandro Zamilpa,Ma Eugenia López-Arellano,Jesús Antonio Pineda-Alegría,Liliana Ag 한국식품영양과학회 2021 Journal of medicinal food Vol.24 No.3

Sheep haemonchosis is a disease that causes anemia, diarrhea, weight loss, low production, and even death of young animals. This represents a negative economic impact on the livestock sector. For decades, chemicals have been used to control this parasitic disease; however, cases of anthelmintic resistance have increased around the world. For this reason, the search for control alternatives is necessary. Several studies have shown that edible mushrooms of Pleurotus genus have different medicinal properties, including nematicidal activity. In this study, the chromatographic fractionation of the hydroalcoholic extract of fruiting bodies Pleurotus djamor was carried out to identify and isolate the metabolites responsible for nematicidal activity. From the fractionation of the extract, the fraction PdR2 and the subfraction PdB were obtained, which were evaluated against Haemonchus contortus under in vitro conditions. The nematicidal effect of the fraction PdB in gerbils infected artificially with H. contortus was evaluated. Finally, the analysis of the PdB fraction by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance was carried out. The results showed that the PdB had 100% of egg hatching inhibition from 5 mg/mL. Regarding larvicidal activity, it presented >97.2% from 24 h to 20 mg/mL. The in vivo evaluation of the PdB fraction showed a reduction of H. contortus larvae of 92.56%. The compounds present in this fraction were the mixture of allitol and an unidentified terpene in a ratio of 9:1. The PdB fraction is a potential alternative for the control of H. contortus, where allitol and a terpene could be responsible for nematicidal activity.

Photo-catalysis of phenol derivatives with Fe2O3 nanoparticles dispersed on SBA-15

E. Montiel-Palacios,A. K. Medina-Mendoza,A. Sampieri,C. Angeles-Chávez,I. Hernández-Pérez,R. Suarez-Parra 한양대학교 세라믹연구소 2009 Journal of Ceramic Processing Research Vol.10 No.4

Highly ordered hexagonal (p6mm) mesoporous silica SBA-15 was synthesized through a hydrothermal treatment under acidic conditions. Fe2O3/SBA-15 catalysts were prepared by impregnation of SBA-15 media with iron(III) acetylacetonate, iron(III) chloride or iron(II) sulfate solutions. X-ray Diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), high angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy (HAADF-STEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy and nitrogen physisorption characterization were carried out for SBA-15 and Fe2O3/SBA-15 materials. After impregnation and calcination at 823 K, the iron oxide dispersion in SBA-15 was analyzed by STEM and EDX. FeCl3 provides the highest amount of Fe loading in mesoporous SBA-15. The photocatalytic properties of Fe2O3/SBA-15 samples at pH = 3 and pH = 6 were evaluated in catechol and hydroquinone photodecomposition by inducing visible radiation. The conversion of catechol and hydroquinone, at pH = 3 and pH = 6 with iron(III) acetylacetonate and FeCl3 as the precursor of iron oxide nanoparticles, were measured by UV-Vis spectroscopy, chemical oxygen demand (COD) and total organic carbon (TOC) analysis. Highly ordered hexagonal (p6mm) mesoporous silica SBA-15 was synthesized through a hydrothermal treatment under acidic conditions. Fe2O3/SBA-15 catalysts were prepared by impregnation of SBA-15 media with iron(III) acetylacetonate, iron(III) chloride or iron(II) sulfate solutions. X-ray Diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), high angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy (HAADF-STEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy and nitrogen physisorption characterization were carried out for SBA-15 and Fe2O3/SBA-15 materials. After impregnation and calcination at 823 K, the iron oxide dispersion in SBA-15 was analyzed by STEM and EDX. FeCl3 provides the highest amount of Fe loading in mesoporous SBA-15. The photocatalytic properties of Fe2O3/SBA-15 samples at pH = 3 and pH = 6 were evaluated in catechol and hydroquinone photodecomposition by inducing visible radiation. The conversion of catechol and hydroquinone, at pH = 3 and pH = 6 with iron(III) acetylacetonate and FeCl3 as the precursor of iron oxide nanoparticles, were measured by UV-Vis spectroscopy, chemical oxygen demand (COD) and total organic carbon (TOC) analysis.

Bromelia karatas and Bromelia pinguin: sources of plant proteases used for obtaining antioxidant hydrolysates from chicken and fish by-products

Romero-Garay Martha Guillermina,Martínez-Montaño Emmanuel,Hernández-Mendoza Adrián,Vallejo-Cordoba Belinda,González-Córdova Aarón Fernando,Montalvo-González Efigenia,García-Magaña María de Lourdes 한국응용생명화학회 2020 Applied Biological Chemistry (Appl Biol Chem) Vol.63 No.4

In the present study, we evaluated new sources of plant proteases from fruits of Bromelia karatas (BK) and Bromelia pinguin (BP) to obtain antioxidant hydrolyzates/bioactive peptides (BPs) derived from chicken by-products (CH) and fish by-products (FH). The profile of the peptides was identified by reverse-phase high-resolution liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) and the size weight distribution by molecular exclusion chromatography (SEC). The hydrolysates obtained with BK in both sources of by-products showed greater antioxidant capacity compared to those obtained with BP, presenting similar or higher values when compared to a commercial plant enzyme. The use of new sources of plant proteases allowed to obtain hydrolysates of hydrophilic character with a high percentage (> 50%) of peptides with molecular weights < 17.5 kDa from chicken and fish by-products. Therefore, based on the results obtained in antioxidant capacity it is possible to consider the hydrolysates as potential ingredients, food additives, and pharmaceutical products.

Cupriavidus and Burkholderia Species Associated with Agricultural Plants that Grow in Alkaline Soils

Paulina Estrada-de los Santos,Nora Belinda Vacaseydel-Aceves,Lourdes Martínez-Aguilar,María Antonia Cruz-Hernández,Alberto Mendoza-Herrera,Jesús Caballero-Mellado 한국미생물학회 2011 The journal of microbiology Vol.49 No.6

The presence of Burkholderia, Cupriavidus, and Ralstonia species in northeastern Mexico was investigated. An analysis of the root surrounding soil from different agricultural plants led to the isolation of Burkholderia and Cupriavidus species but no Ralstonia strains. Most Cupriavidus species were unknown and grouped into two clusters according to ARDRA profiles. The 16S rRNA sequence analysis showed that the Cupriavidus isolates were highly related among them and with different Cupriavidus species with validated names. However, SDS-PAGE profiles were distinct among the different ARDRA profiles and to other Cupriavidus species examined, suggesting new species in the genus. This shows that Cupriavidus is more widely associated with plants than previously appreciated. The BCC isolate was 99% similar to B. cenocepacia by recA sequence analysis. Additionally, most Cupriavidus strains from the two largest groups grew on media containing up to 0.1 mg/ml of copper, 10.0 mg/ml arsenic and 1.0 mg/ml zinc. Burkholderia strains grew on media containing up to 10.0 mg/ml zinc, 5.0 mg/ml arsenic and 0.1 mg/ml copper.

Potential Control of Foodborne Pathogenic Bacteria by Pediococcus pentosaceus and Lactobacillus graminis Isolated from Fresh Vegetables

C.J. González-Pérez1,I. Vargas-Arispuro,E. Aispuro-Hernández,C.L. Aguilar-Gil,Y.E. Aguirre-Guzmán,A. Castillo,A. Hernández-Mendoza,J.F. Ayala-Zavala,M.A. Martínez-Téllez1 한국미생물·생명공학회 2019 한국미생물·생명공학회지 Vol.47 No.2

The consumption of fresh vegetables has been related to recurrent outbreaks of foodborne diseases (FBD) worldwide. Therefore, the development of effective alternative technologies is necessary to improve the safety of these products. This study aimed to isolate and identify epiphytic lactic acid bacteria (LAB) from fresh fruits and leafy vegetables and characterize their antagonistic capacity due to their ability to produce bacteriocins or antibacterial compounds. For this, 92 LAB isolates from fruits and leafy vegetables were screened for antagonistic activity. Two strains with the highest and broadest antagonistic activities were selected for further characterization; one from cantaloupe melon (strain CM175) and one from cilantro leaves (strain C15). The cell-free supernatants (CFS) of CM175 and C15 were found to exhibit antagonistic activity against FBD-causing pathogens. The CM175 and C15 strains were identified as Pediococcus pentosaceus and Lactobacillus graminis, respectively. Notably, the P. pentosaceus CM175 CFS stopped the growth of Salmonella Typhimurium, Salmonella Saintpaul, Staphylococcus aureus, and Listeria monocytogenes, and delayed Escherichia coli O157:H7 growth. Moreover, L. graminis C15 CFS delayed the growth of all indicator pathogens, but did not completely stop it. Organic acids and bacteriocin-like molecules were determined to be possibly exerting the observed antagonistic activity of the identified LAB strains. Thus, application of the antagonistic compounds produced by Pediococcus pentosaceus and Lactobacillus graminis could be a novel and ecological strategy in developing antimicrobial biopreservatives for the food industry and mitigating FBD by reducing the biological contamination in fruit and vegetable orchards, mainly via their potential in controlling both gram-negative and gram-positive pathogenic bacteria.