Heme oxygenase-1 induced by desoxo-narchinol-A attenuated the severity of acute pancreatitis via blockade of neutrophil infiltration

Bae, Gi-Sang,Kim, Dong-Goo,Jo, Il-Joo,Choi, Sun-Bok,Kim, Myoung-Jin,Shin, Joon Yeon,Kim, Dong-Uk,Song, Ho-Joon,Joo, Myungsoo,Park, Sung-Joo ELSEVIER 2019 INTERNATIONAL IMMUNOPHARMACOLOGY Vol.69 No.-

<P><B>Abstract</B></P> <P>Heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) has an anti-inflammatory action in acute pancreatitis (AP). However, its mechanism of action and natural compounds/drugs to induce HO-1 in pancreas are not well understood. In this study, we investigated the regulatory mechanisms of HO-1 during AP using desoxo-narchinol-A (DN), the natural compound inducing HO-1 in the pancreas. Female C57/BL6 Mice were intraperitoneally injected with supramaximal concentrations of cerulein (50 μg/kg) hourly for 6 h to induce AP. DMSO or DN was administered intraperitoneally, then mice were sacrificed 6 h after the final cerulein injection. Administration of DN increased pancreatic HO-1 expression through activation of activating protein-1, mediated by mitogen-activated protein kinases. Furthermore, DN treatment reduced the pancreatic weight-to-body weight ratio as well as production of digestive enzymes and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Inhibition of HO-1 by tin protoporphyrin IX abolished the protective effects of DN on pancreatic damage. Additionally, DN treatment inhibited neutrophil infiltration into the pancreas via regulation of chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 2 (CXCL2) by HO-1. Our results suggest that DN is an effective inducer of HO-1 in the pancreas, and that HO-1 regulates neutrophil infiltration in AP via CXCL2 inhibition.</P> <P><B>Highlights</B></P> <P> <UL> <LI> Desoxo-narchinol-A (DN) is a natural compound of HO-1 inducer in pancreas. </LI> <LI> Mechanism of DN-induced HO-1 is mediated by MAPK/Activator Protein-1/HO-1 signaling. </LI> <LI> DN-induced HO-1 blocks neutrophil infiltration into pancreas via inhibition of CXCL2. </LI> <LI> DN inhibits cerulein-induced acute pancreatitis (AP) and AP-associated lung injury. </LI> </UL> </P> <P><B>Graphical abstract</B></P> <P>[DISPLAY OMISSION]</P>

Protective Effects of Hyperoside against Carbon Tetrachloride-Induced Liver Damage in Mice

Choi, Jun-Ho,Kim, Dong-Wook,Yun, Nari,Choi, Jae-Sue,Islam, Md. Nurul,Kim, Yeong-Shik,Lee, Sun-Mee American Chemical Society and American Society of 2011 Journal of natural products Vol.74 No.5

<P>In this study, the hepatoprotective effects of hyperoside (<B>1</B>), a flavonoid glycoside isolated from <I>Artemisia capillaris</I>, have been examined against carbon tetrachloride (CCl<SUB>4</SUB>)-induced liver injury. Mice were treated intraperitoneally with vehicle or <B>1</B> (50, 100, and 200 mg·kg<SUP>−1</SUP>) 30 min before and 2 h after CCl<SUB>4</SUB> (20 μL·kg<SUP>−1</SUP>) injection. Levels of serum aminotransferases were increased 24 h after CCl<SUB>4</SUB> injection, and these increases were attenuated by <B>1</B>. Histological analysis showed that <B>1</B> prevented portal inflammation, centrizonal necrosis, and Kupffer cell hyperplasia. Lipid peroxidation was increased and hepatic glutathione content was decreased significantly after CCl<SUB>4</SUB> treatment, and these changes were reduced by administration of <B>1</B>. Protein and mRNA expression of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) and nuclear protein expression of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) significantly increased after CCl<SUB>4</SUB> injection. Compound <B>1</B> suppressed TNF-α, iNOS, and COX-2 protein and mRNA expression and augmented HO-1 protein and mRNA expression and Nrf2 nuclear protein expression. These results suggest that <B>1</B> has protective effects against CCl<SUB>4</SUB>-induced acute liver injury, and this protection is likely due to enhancement of the antioxidative defense system and suppression of the inflammatory response.</P><P><B>Graphic Abstract</B> <IMG SRC='http://pubs.acs.org/appl/literatum/publisher/achs/journals/content/jnprdf/2011/jnprdf.2011.74.issue-5/np200001x/production/images/medium/np-2011-00001x_0006.gif'></P>

Platycodon grandiflorum root-derived saponins attenuate atopic dermatitis-like skin lesions via suppression of NF-kB and STAT1 and activation of Nrf2/ARE-mediated heme oxygenase-1

( Jae Ho Choi ),( Sun Woo Jin ),( Eun Hee Han ),( Bong Hwan Park ),( Hyung Gyun Kim ),( Tilak Khanal ),( Yong Pil Hwang ),( Minh Truong Do ),( Hyun Sun Lee ),( Young Chul Chung ),( Hee Suk Kim ),( Tae 영남대학교 약품개발연구소 2014 영남대학교 약품개발연구소 연구업적집 Vol.24 No.0

Purpose: The consequences of precipitously rising allergic skin inflammation rates worldwide have accelerated the risk of atopic dermatitis (AD). Natural product-based agents with good efficacy and low risk of side effects offer promising prevention and treatment strategies for inflammation-related diseases. We have already reported that Platycodon grandiflorum root-derived saponins (Changkil saponins, CKS) have many pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects, but its influence on AD remains unclear. Therefore, we evaluated the inhibitory effect of CKS, mainly platycodin D, on AD-like skin symptoms in mice and the possible mechanisms in cells. Methods: Mice were sensitized and challenged with 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB). Four weeks after challenge, mice were treated with oral administration of CKS for 4 weeks. In addition, cells were used to evaluate the effect of CKS, mainly platycodin D, on the TARC expression regulated mechanism. Results: CKS attenuated DNCB-induced dermatitis severity, serum levels of IgE and TARC, and mRNA expression of TARC, TNF-α, IFN-γ, IL-4, IL-5, and IL-13 in mice. Histopathological examination showed reduced thickness of the epidermis/dermis and dermal infiltration of inflammatory cells and mast cells in the ears. Moreover, CKS and platycodin D inhibited TNF-α/IFN-γ-induced TARC expression through the suppression of NF-κB and STAT1 and induction of Nrf2/ARE-mediated hemeoxygenase-1 (HO-1) expression in cells. Conclusion: We suggest that CKS and platycodin D inhibited the development of AD-like skin symptoms by regulating cytokine mediators and may be an effective alternative therapy for AD-like skin symptoms.ⓒ2014 Elsevler Gmbh. All rights reserved.

Anti-Proliferative Effect of an Aqueous Extract of <i>Prunella vulgaris</i> in Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells

Hwang, Sun Mi,Lee, Yun Jung,Lee, Yong Pyo,Yoon, Jung Joo,Lee, So Min,Cha, Jeong Dan,Choi, Kyung Min,Kang, Dae Gill,Lee, Ho Sub Hindawi Publishing Corporation 2013 Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medic Vol.2013 No.-

<P>The abnormal proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) in arterial walls is an important pathogenic factor of vascular disorders such as diabetic atherosclerosis. We have reported the anti-inflammatory effect of an aqueous extract from <I>Prunella vulgaris</I> (APV) in vascular endothelial cell. In the present study, APV exhibited inhibitory effects on high glucose-stimulated VSMC proliferation, migration, and invasion activities, inducing G<SUB>1</SUB> cell cycle arrest with downregulation of cyclins and CDKs and upregulation of the CKIs, p21<SUP>waf1/cip1</SUP> and p27<SUP>kip1</SUP>. Furthermore, APV dose dependently suppressed the high glucose-induced matrix metalloproteinase activity. High glucose-induced phosphorylation of ERK, p38 MAPK, was decreased by the pretreatment of APV. NF-<I><I>κ</I></I>B activation by high glucose was attenuated by APV, as an antioxidant. APV attenuated the high glucose-induced decrease of nuclear factor E2-related factor-2 (Nrf2) translocation and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) expression. Intracellular cGMP level was also increased by APV treatment. These results demonstrate that APV may inhibit VSMC proliferation via downregulating ROS/NF-<I><I>κ</I></I>B /ERK/p38 MAPK pathways. In addition, APV has a beneficial effect by the interaction of Nrf2-mediated NO/cGMP with HO-1, suggesting that <I>Prunella vulgaris</I> may be useful in preventing diabetic atherosclerosis.</P>

어린 브리티쉬 숏헤어 고양이에서 발생한 비대성심근병증

임수정,이선희,손선호,최호정,송근호 忠南大學校 獸醫科大學 附設 動物醫科學硏究所 2008 動物醫科學硏究誌 Vol.15 No.1

A l0-month-old, neutered male, British shorthair cat was referred to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital of Chungnam National University with the history of tachypnea, anorexia and depression which onset were two days ago. On physical examination, increased respiratory rate and no murmur were found. A complete blood count indicated thrombocytosis. Results from a serum biochemical profile demonstrated elevations in CK, ALP, BUN and Ca, and decreases in sodium, potassium and chloride. Thoracic radiographs revealed patchy interstitial opacity increase and left atrium enlargement. Echocardiographs showed the evidences of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy which were hypertrophy of diastolic interventricular septum and left ventricular free wall. Other findings on echocardiography were the reverse E:A ratio(tranmitra1 inflow pattern) and absence of systolic anterior motion of mitral valve. Electrocardiographs demonstrated wide P and R wave, which mean left atrium enlargement and left bundle branch block, respectively. Medications including furosemide (2mg/kg), enalapril (0.25mg/kg), and spironolactone (1mg/kg) were prescribed twice a day and orally. Client education about exercise restriction and possibility of aggressive progress was given. Clinical signs suggestive of thromboembolism were developed on 6th day after showing tachypnea; right forelimb lameness, bilateral hindlimb lameness, loss of femoral pulse and severe pain. After all, euthanasia was performed at local animal hospital, according to the owner's request.

8년간(1992~1999) 산업안전보건연구원에 의뢰된 직업병 심의 사례 분석

강성규,김규상,김양호,최정근,안연순,진영우,최병순,양정선,김은아,채창호,최용휴,김대성,박정선,정호근 대한산업의학회 2000 대한직업환경의학회지 Vol.12 No.2

Objectives : Pneumoconisis and noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) have been reported as main occupational diseases by the Special Health Examination. The Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance has reported various work-related diseases, however, these two diseases occupied almost a half of compensated cases. Therefore, it was not well known about the status of occupational diseases other than pneumoconiosis, NIHL, and cardio-cerebrovascular accident (CVA). This study was conducted to analyze claimed cases as an occupational disease, that was requested to the Korea Industrial Safety and Health Agency (KOSHA). Methods : The local office of the Korea Labor Welfare Corporation (KLWC) has asked the KOSHA for confirmation of claimed cases as an occupational disease. We analyzed 379 cases requested from KLWC, the Ministry of Labor, employers, unions and occupational health agencies from 1992 to 1999. Results : Male was 80.7 % of the requested cases. Their mean age was 42 years old and 75.5 % of them were more than 35 years old. The requested cases were increased rapidly from 25 cases in 1992 to 108 cases in 1999 and the accept rate was 50.7 %. The majority of requested cases were respiratory diseases(22.4%), cancers(18.5%), Neuropsychiatric problems(14.5%), and musculoskeletal problems(13.5%). The accept rate was high in reproductive, respiratory, musculoskeletal and digestive disorders and low in neuropsychiatric, renal and otologic problems and occupational cancers. 73.6% of them were caused by chemical agents, especially 28.5 % were by organic solvents. 67% of them were clinically confirmed at university hospitals. A half of the cases were from KyongIn area, even the request came from the whole country. Conclusions : A claim was common in workers whose age was over 35 years old and exposure history was over 10 years. The respiratory diseases and neuropsychiatric disorders were still main problems in occupational health and occupational cancers was increasing even though its accept rate was not high yet.

Michelson 干步에 衣한 純粹비틈應力의 解析

崔善浩 嶺南大學校 工業技術硏究所 1974 연구보고 Vol.2 No.1

이 論文은 1973年度 文敎部硏究助成費에 의한 硏究課題 "비틈을 받는 棒內部의 任意型 crack 尖端周圍의 應力解析"의 第一報이다. 膜의 等分布荷重에 의한 變位 方程式과 비틈應力의 分布方程式의 相以性을 利用하여, 高度로 硏磨한 鋼板과 Michelson 干涉을 使用함으로써 內部 境界를 가진 비틈問題를 打診하였다. 理論解가 알려진 간단한 圓型斷面에 對하여 實驗結果 完全한 一致를 보았고, 任意型 crack 解析에도 充分히 應用할 수 있음을 確認하였다. This paper is the first report of a series studies of titled "Torsional stress distribution around arbitrarily shaped crack tip in a circular bar" which has been financially sponsored by Ministry of Education, Korea. Taking advantage of the well-known fact that the sectional shearing stress distribution equation of a bar under pure axial torsion can be represented in an analog form with that of membrane deflection subjected to a uniform pressure, the author attempted a new method to obtain a clean and whole visualized deflection contour line map in which tiny height difference in micron order are measuarable. In this method, a highly polished thin steel disk was used to serve as membrane and Michelson Interference Apparatus with Gas Laser was utilized to obtain plain view of interference fringes. Exact accordance with the theoretical solutions on a solid and hollow circular bar was confirmed and further application to the investigation of arbitrarily shaped crack became sure and promising.

고체상 추출과 GC/MSD를 이용한 금속가공유중 다핵 방향족 탄화수소류 및 그 유도체의 분석

최호춘,김강윤,안선희,문형중 한국산업위생학회 2003 한국산업보건학회지 Vol.13 No.1

This study was performed to confirm an analytical method for polyunclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in metalworking fluids(MWFs) which were used in metalworking factories. To ensure the analysis with accuracy and precision the fesults of PAHs in MMFs, this study was tried to use solid phase extraction(SPE) and gas chromatography/mass selective detector(GC/MSD). Also, this study was examined the concentrations of PAHs in MMF bulks and the qualitative analysis polycyclic aromatic compounds(PACs)excluding PAHs. 21 bulk samples were sampled in 7 metalworking factories. 21 bulk samples were 18 cutting oil(13 straight oils and 5 soluble oils) and 3 others(lubricating oil, discharge oil. compresses oil). 6 SPE cartridges were used to analyze PAH in MMFs and GC/MSD(satum 2000, Varian, U.S.A). Among the the 6 SPE cartridgesm this study was selected strong cation exchanger(SCX, aromatic benzene sulfonic acid functional group) cartridge for PAHs extraction in MMFs. Also the recovery test was performed. 1. The appropriated cartridge of SPE for analysis of PAHs in MWFs was found to be SCX. 2. The detected PAHs in MWFs were naphthalene(n=2). acenaphthylene(n=1). phenanthree(n=1), anthracene(n=2), fluoranthene(=7), pyrene(n=11) benzo[b]fluoranthene(n=1), chrysene(n=1), benzo[k]fluoranthene(n=1), benzo[k]fluoranthene(n=1).benzo[a]pyrene(n=1), dibenz[a,h]anthracene(n=2) and benzo[ghi] perylene(n=8). Total PAH(n=12) concentrations range were lower than LOD-270.03ug/ml. 3. The component of the PACs excluding PAHs were naphthalenes, acenaphthenes, chrysenes, anthracenes, indenes, fluoranthenes, fluorenes, pyrenes, benzopyrenes, phenantherenes and others volitile organic compounds(VOCs)were amines, phenols, aldehydes and others. For the results, SCX cartridge was better than other 5 SPE cartridges. 13 of 16 PAHs components were detected in MWFs. However recovry rate in this study should be improved analytical techniques on PAHs in MWFs. Also this study was need for further investigation for more MWFs samples and environmental monitoring and evaluation of MWFs exposed workers.

결속현상에 대한 아동의 통사적 인식

崔浩善 한국영어교육연구학회 2002 영어교육연구 Vol.- No.24

The thesis addresses children's various syntax interpretations of sentences including anaphors and pronouns compared to adults though children have the same parser mechanism as adults. The objective of this thesis is to realize the cause of such phenomena through observation of children's parser mechanism processing and identify reasons for the different interpretations. One of the subjects of generative grammar is the interpretation of anaphors. The contents of the phenomena explained here is the same although using different methods based on syntax theory background. Referential expressions are generally utilized in semantics, pragmatics and syntax, but are here limited to research in the area of syntax by nun reinterpretation. Here divided into Binding Condition A, Binding Condition B and Binding Condition C, and Binding Condition A shall be the same index and Binding Condition B must not be binding in the same category and Binding Condition C shall not be the same index. Children express themselves according to the conditions of Binding A and C, but in Binding B, they tend to consider some unfit expression as proper. This phenomena happens in sentences including noun phrases. The thesis draws conclusion from experiment with children and subsequent data analysis. So far, many researchers think that children's incomplete cognition of binding phenomena is due to immature language ability, so when they become a certain age, the problems can be resolved. In this thesis, we examined the hypothesis that children who speak Korean as their mother tongue and children who speak English as their mother tongue have the same cognition for binding phenomena even though they have different parameters. The results of the experiment for English speaking children and Korean speaking children show that they exhibit the same tendency in terms of binding phenomena cognition in spit of their different language parameters.

디밍 안정기를 이용한 형광등의 퍼지 제어기 설계

崔洪圭,全光鎬,姜太垠,崔琁雄 홍익대학교 산업기술연구소 1997 産業技術 Vol.7 No.-

This paper proposes Dimming Ballast illumination control method using fuzzy reasoning the proposed method has the following effects. First the power saving above 50% is accompanied by the automatic control of the illumination and the choice of a turn-on or -off of a fluorescent lamps that is accompanied by the number of person and working time and weather Second the maintainment of the best illumination in spite of time and weather variation. Third More simple establishment and low than BAS(Building Automation System) because need not main control unit or communication cable