Transcriptome analysis reveals candidate genes for dietary fifi ber metabolism in Rosa roxburghii fruit grown under different light intensities

Xiaoying Zhang,Min Lu,Richard A. Ludlow,Wentao Ma,Huaming An 한국원예학회 2021 Horticulture, Environment, and Biotechnology Vol.62 No.5

The fruit of the perennial rosebush Rosa roxburghii were valued for their high levels of ascorbic acid, superoxide dismutaseactivity, and cancer preventing eff ects. The high cellulose and low pectin content of Rosa roxburghii fruit results in an undesirablefi brous texture and hence needs to be addressed. However, little is known about the molecular mechanisms underlyingdietary fi ber metabolism in this fruit. Here, we report that the contents of cellulose, pectin, and lignin were increased byshading treatments at the maturation stage of fruit development. Under 50% shading, the soluble pectin content increased by16.39%, which may improve the fruit palatability. However, deeper shading of 100% caused the lignin content to increase by28.86%, which conversely may lower fruit quality. Based on transcriptome analysis, we identifi ed candidate genes involvedin dietary fi ber metabolism, including cellulose synthase (CesA) 1, 2, 3, and 5 , â-1,4-xylosyltransferase (IRX) , arabinosyltransferase(ARAD) 1 and 2 , galacturonosyltransferase (GAUT) , cellulolytic enzyme (Cx) , and pectin methylesterase , inwhich CesA1, CesA2, CesA3, IRX, ARAD2 , and GAUT3 signifi cantly responded to shading and positively correlated withthe content of their corresponding component. Furthermore, cinnamyl alcohol dehydrogenase was signifi cantly regulatedby shading treatment and positively correlated with increasing lignin concentration. These results may facilitate a betterunderstanding of the molecular mechanisms of dietary fi ber metabolism in R. roxburghii fruit under low light conditionsand provide a framework for future crop improvement.

Health oil preparation from gardenia seeds by aqueous enzymatic extraction combined with puffing pre-treatment and its properties analysis

Chengyu Jin,Lingyun Wang,Xiaoying Liu,Yuanchao Lu,Ningxiang Yu,Xiaohua Nie,Qin Ye,Xianghe Meng 한국식품과학회 2023 Food Science and Biotechnology Vol.32 No.14

Gardenia jasminoides Ellis, a representative for “homology of medicine and food”, can be used to produce pigment and edible oil. Here, aqueous enzymatic extraction (AEE) combined with puffing pre-treatment was explored to prepare oil from gardenia seeds. Both wet-heating puffing (WP) at 90 °C and dry-heating puffing (DP) at 1.0 MPa facilitated the release of free oil by AEE, resulting in the highest free oil yields (FOY) of 21.8% and 23.2% within 3 h, much higher than that of un-puffed group. Additionally, active crocin and geniposide were also completely released. The FOY obtained was much higher than mechanical pressing method (10.44%), and close to solvent extraction (25.45%). Microstructure analysis indicated that gardenia seeds expanded by dry-heating puffing (1.0 MPa) had a larger, rougher surface and porous structure than other groups. Overall, AEE coupled with puffing pre-treatment developed is an eco-friendly extraction technology with high efficiency that can be employed to oil preparation.

miR-380-3p promotes β-casein expression by targeting α_S1-casein in goat mammary epithelial cells

Ning Song,Jun Luo,Lian Huang,Xiaoying Chen,Huimin Niu,Lu Zhu Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 2023 Animal Bioscience Vol.36 No.10

Objective: α_S1-Casein is more closely associated with milk allergic reaction than other milk protein components. microRNA (miRNA) is a class of small non-coding RNAs that modulate multiple biological progresses by the target gene. However, the post-transcriptional regulation of α_S1-casein expression by miRNA in ruminants remains unclear. This study aims to explore the regulatory roles of miR-380-3p on α_S1-casein synthesis in goat mammary epithelial cells (GMEC). Methods: α_S1-Casein gene and miR-380-3p expression was measured in dairy goat mammary gland by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR). miR-380-3p overexpression and knockdown were performed by miR-380-3p mimic or inhibitor in GMEC. The effect of miR-380-3p on α_S1-casein synthesis was detected by qRT-PCR, western blot, luciferase and chromatin immunoprecipitation assays in GMEC. Results: Compared with middle-lactation period, α_S1-casein gene expression is increased, while miR-380-3p expression is decreased during peak-lactation of dairy goats. miR-380-3p reduces α_S1-casein abundance by targeting the 3'-untranslated region (3'UTR) of α_S1-casein mRNA in GMEC. miR-380-3p enhances β-casein expression and signal transducer and activator of transcription 5a (STAT5a) activity. Moreover, miR-380-3p promotes β-casein abundance through target gene α_S1-casein, and activates β-casein transcription by enhancing the binding of STAT5 to β-casein gene promoter region. Conclusion: miR-380-3p decreases α_S1-casein expression and increases β-casein expression by targeting α_S1-casein in GMEC, which supplies a novel strategy for reducing milk allergic potential and building up milk quality in ruminants.

The rationale and potential for using Lactobacillus in the management of periodontitis

Wang Jiaqi,Liu Yingman,Wang Weiru,Ma Jiaojiao,Zhang Manman,Lu Xiaoying,Liu Jie,Kou Yurong 한국미생물학회 2022 The journal of microbiology Vol.60 No.4

Periodontitis refers to a wide range of the inflammatory conditions of supporting dental structures. For some patients with periodontitis, antibacterial agents are needed as an adjuvant to mechanical debridement treatments and oral hygiene maintenance. However, the widespread use of broad-spectrum antibiotics for the prophylaxis and treatment of periodontal infections results in the emergence of resistant pathogens. Therefore, probiotics have become markedly interesting to researchers as a potentially safe alternative to periodontal treatment and maintenance. Probiotics have been used in medicine for decades and extensively applied to the treatment of inflammatory diseases through the modulation of microbial synergy and other mechanisms. A growing amount of evidence has shown that using Lactobacillus strains for oral cavity maintenance could improve periodontal health. In this study, we reviewed studies showing proof of the inhibitory effects of Lactobacillus species on periodontal inflammation. We also explored the rationale and potential for using Lactobacillus species in the management of periodontitis.

Dysfunction of Shh signaling activates autophagy to inhibit trophoblast motility in recurrent miscarriage

Pan Yibin,Yan Lili,Chen Qiaoqiao,Wei Cheng,Dai Yongdong,Tong Xiaomei,Zhu Haiyan,Lu Meifei,Zhang Yanling,Jin Xiaoying,Zhang Tai,Lin Xiaona,Zhou Feng,Zhang Songying 생화학분자생물학회 2021 Experimental and molecular medicine Vol.53 No.-

In early pregnancy, the placenta anchors the conceptus and supports embryonic development and survival. This study aimed to investigate the underlying functions of Shh signaling in recurrent miscarriage (RM), a serious disorder of pregnancy. In the present study, Shh and Gli2 were mainly observed in cytotrophoblasts (CTBs), Ptch was mainly observed in syncytiotrophoblasts (STBs), and Smo and Gli3 were expressed in both CTBs and STBs. Shh signaling was significantly impaired in human placenta tissue from recurrent miscarriage patients compared to that of gestational age-matched normal controls. VEGF-A and CD31 protein levels were also significantly decreased in recurrent miscarriage patients. Furthermore, inhibition of Shh signaling impaired the motility of JAR cells by regulating the expression of Gli2 and Gli3. Intriguingly, inhibition of Shh signaling also triggered autophagy and autolysosome accumulation. Additionally, knockdown of BECN1 reversed Gant61-induced motility inhibition. In conclusion, our results showed that dysfunction of Shh signaling activated autophagy to inhibit trophoblast motility, which suggests the Shh pathway and autophagy as potential targets for RM therapy.

Circ_0000554 is identified as a cancer‑promoting circRNA in colorectal cancer by regulating the miR‑1205/LASP1 axis

Luo Jinlong,Yang Hua,Peng Xuefeng,Zhang Faqiang,Shu Shilong,Lan Ke,Tu Shengjin,Lu Kai,Cha Xiaoying 한국응용생명화학회 2022 Applied Biological Chemistry (Appl Biol Chem) Vol.65 No.5

Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a prevalent malignant tumor with poor prognosis. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are key regulators in the progression of CRC. Our study aimed to disclose the role of circ_0000554 in CRC. Methods: The expression of circ_0000554, miR-1205 and LIM and SH3 protein 1 (LASP1) was measured by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR). Cell proliferation, invasion and migration were monitored using cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) assay, EdU assay, transwell assay and wound healing assay respectively. The protein levels of C-myc, matrix metallopeptidase 2 (MMP-2) and LASP1 were detected by western blot. Tumor formation assay in nude mice was conducted to explore the role of circ_0000554 in vivo. The association between miR-1205 and circ_0000554 or LASP1 was identified by dual-luciferase reporter assay and RNA immunoprecipitation (RIP) assay. Results: circ_0000554 was upregulated in CRC tissues and cells, high circ_0000554 expression was significantly linked to shorter overall survival. Downregulation of circ_0000554 restrained cell growth and metastasis while promoted apoptosis in vitro, and suppressed tumorigenesis of CRC in vivo. Furthermore, mechanism study and rescue experiments confirmed miR-1205 could be sponged by circ_0000554 and its inhibitor reversed the inhibitory effect of circ_0000554 silencing on CRC progression. LASP1 was a target gene of miR-1205 and the upregulation of LASP1 overturned miR-1205-induced effects on CRC cells. Circ_0000554 could elevate LASP1 expression via interacting with miR-1205.