• 한국환경농학회지
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• 제30권4호
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• pp.395-401
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• 2011

BACKGROUND: Potassium (K) is one of the macronutrients which are essential for plant growth and development. Its deficiency in paddy soils is becoming one of the limiting factors for increasing rice yield in Asia. METHODS AND RESULTS: To investigate physiological symptoms under K-starvation (NP) compared with complete media (NPK) condition, we measured shoot/root length, weight, nutrients, and patterns of protein expression. The shoot growth was significantly reduced, but root growth was not affected by K-starvation. However, biomasses were decreased in both shoot and root. Uptake of K was reduced up to 85%, while total concentrations of P, Ca, Mg, Na were increased in root and shoot. To better understand the starved K mechanism of rice, comparative proteome analysis for proteins isolated from rice leaves was conducted using 2-DGE. Five spots of differentially expressed proteins were analyzed by MALDI-TOF MS. Analysis of these K-starvation response proteins suggested that they were involved in metabolism and defense. CONCLUSION(s): Physiological and 2-DGE based proteomics approach used in our study results in observation of morphology or nutrients change and identification of K-starvation responsive proteins in rice root. These results have important roles in maintaining nutrient homeostasis and would also be useful for further characterization of protein function in plant K nutrition.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제56권7호
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• pp.23.1-23.7
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• 2014

Background: Scanning of the genome for selection signatures between breeds may play important role in understanding the underlie causes for observable phenotypic variations. The discovery of high density single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) provide a useful starting point to perform genome-wide scan in pig populations in order to identify loci/candidate genes underlie phenotypic variation in pig breeds and facilitate genetic improvement programs. However, prior to this study genomic region under selection in commercially selected Berkshire and Korean native pig breeds has never been detected using high density SNP markers. To this end, we have genotyped 45 animals using Porcine SNP60 chip to detect selection signatures in the genome of the two breeds by using the $F_{ST}$ approach. Results: In the comparison of Berkshire and KNP breeds using the FDIST approach, a total of 1108 outlier loci (3.48%) were significantly different from zero at 99% confidence level with 870 of the outlier SNPs displaying high level of genetic differentiation ($F_{ST}{\geq}0.490$). The identified candidate genes were involved in a wide array of biological processes and molecular functions. Results revealed that 19 candidate genes were enriched in phosphate metabolism (GO: 0006796; ADCK1, ACYP1, CAMK2D, CDK13, CDK13, ERN1, GALK2, INPP1; MAK, MAP2K5, MAP3K1, MAPK14, P14KB, PIK3C3, PRKC1, PTPRK, RNASEL, THBS1, BRAF, VRK1). We have identified a set of candidate genes under selection and have known to be involved in growth, size and pork quality (CART, AGL, CF7L2, MAP2K5, DLK1, GLI3, CA3 and MC3R), ear morphology and size (HMGA2 and SOX5) stress response (ATF2, MSRB3, TMTC3 and SCAF8) and immune response (HCST and RYR1). Conclusions: Some of the genes may be used to facilitate genetic improvement programs. Our results also provide insights for better understanding of the process and influence of breed development on the pattern of genetic variations.

• Molecules and Cells
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• 제44권10호
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• pp.710-722
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• 2021

Hypoxia, or low oxygen tension, is a hallmark of the tumor microenvironment. The hypoxia-inducible factor-1α (HIF-1α) subunit plays a critical role in the adaptive cellular response of hypoxic tumor cells to low oxygen tension by activating gene-expression programs that control cancer cell metabolism, angiogenesis, and therapy resistance. Phosphorylation is involved in the stabilization and regulation of HIF-1α transcriptional activity. HIF-1α is activated by several factors, including the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) superfamily. MAPK phosphatase 3 (MKP-3) is a cytoplasmic dual-specificity phosphatase specific for extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 (Erk1/2). Recent evidence indicates that hypoxia increases the endogenous levels of both MKP-3 mRNA and protein. However, its role in the response of cells to hypoxia is poorly understood. Herein, we demonstrated that small-interfering RNA (siRNA)-mediated knockdown of MKP-3 enhanced HIF-1α (not HIF-2α) levels. Conversely, MKP-3 overexpression suppressed HIF-1α (not HIF-2α) levels, as well as the expression levels of hypoxia-responsive genes (LDHA, CA9, GLUT-1, and VEGF), in hypoxic colon cancer cells. These findings indicated that MKP-3, induced by HIF-1α in hypoxia, negatively regulates HIF-1α protein levels and hypoxia-responsive genes. However, we also found that long-term hypoxia (>12 h) induced proteasomal degradation of MKP-3 in a lactic acid-dependent manner. Taken together, MKP-3 expression is modulated by the hypoxic conditions prevailing in colon cancer, and plays a role in cellular adaptation to tumor hypoxia and tumor progression. Thus, MKP-3 may serve as a potential therapeutic target for colon cancer treatment.

• Biomolecules & Therapeutics
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• 제30권1호
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• pp.48-54
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• 2022

GPR43 (also known as FFAR2), a metabolite-sensing G-protein-coupled receptor stimulated by short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) ligands is involved in innate immunity and metabolism. GPR43 couples with Gα_i/o and Gα_q/11 heterotrimeric proteins and is capable of decreasing cyclic AMP and inducing Ca²⁺ flux. The GPR43 receptor has additionally been shown to bind β-arrestin 2 and inhibit inflammatory pathways, such as NF-κB. However, GPR43 shares the same ligands as GPR41, including acetate, propionate, and butyrate, and determination of its precise functions in association with endogenous ligands, such as SCFAs alone, therefore remains a considerable challenge. In this study, we generated novel synthetic agonists that display allosteric modulatory effects on GPR43 and downregulate NF-κB activity. In particular, the potency of compound 187 was significantly superior to that of pre-existing compounds in vitro. However, in the colitis model in vivo, compound 110 induced more potent attenuation of inflammation. These novel allosteric agonists of GPR43 clearly display anti-inflammatory potential, supporting their clinical utility as therapeutic drugs.

• Journal of Veterinary Science
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• 제23권5호
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• pp.76.1-76.14
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• 2022

Background: Clinical dexamethasone (DEX) treatment or stress in bovines results in extensive physiological changes with prominent hyperglycemia and neutrophils dysfunction. Objectives: To elucidate the effects of DEX treatment in vivo on cellular energy status and the underlying mechanism in circulating neutrophils. Methods: We selected eight-month-old male bovines and injected DEX for 3 consecutive days (1 time/d). The levels of glucose, total protein (TP), total cholesterol (TC), and the proinflammatory cytokines interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6 and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α in blood were examined, and we then detected glycogen and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) content, phosphofructosekinase-1 (PFK1) and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PDH) activity, glucose transporter (GLUT)1, GLUT4, sodium/glucose cotransporter (SGLT)1 and citrate synthase (CS) protein expression and autophagy levels in circulating neutrophils. Results: DEX injection markedly increased blood glucose, TP and TC levels, the Ca²⁺/P⁵⁺ ratio and the neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio and significantly decreased blood IL-1β, IL-6 and TNF-α levels. Particularly in neutrophils, DEX injection inhibited p65-NFκB activation and elevated glycogen and ATP contents and SGLT1, GLUT1 and GR expression while inhibiting PFK1 activity, enhancing G6PDH activity and CS expression and lowering cell autophagy levels. Conclusions: DEX induced neutrophils glucose uptake by enhancing SGLT1 and GLUT1 expression and the transformation of energy metabolism from glycolysis to pentose phosphate pathway (PPP)-tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle. This finding gives us a new perspective on deeper understanding of clinical anti-inflammatory effects of DEX on bovine.

• 동의생리병리학회지
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.30-35
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• 2023

Bisphosphonates, estrogen, and calcium supplements are commonly used medications for postmenopausal osteoporosis, but they are associated with various side effects such as vaginal bleeding, deep vein thromembolism, and breast cancer. In this study, we aimed to investigate the potential of a compound isolated from the roots of Oryza sativa L. to improve osteoporosis using an ovariectomized mouse model. We isolated and identified oryzativol A, a lignan compound, through chemical analysis of an ethanol extract using a bioassay-guided fractionation protocol. We also examined the metabolism, clearance, and CYP enzyme activity of oryzativol A, and found that it showed plasma stability of over 80% at all analysis times, and indicating a low likelihood of inactivation or excretion by the CYP3A4 enzyme. Our results showed that the high-dose group of oryzativol A exhibited a significant increase in bone mineral density compared to the control group. Although the ALP concentration did not differ significantly compared to the control group, it showed a tendency to increase in the high-dose group of oryzativol A. Furthermore, the abnormal ratio of serum Ca/P, caused by osteoporosis, was improved to a level closer to that of the normal group as the dosage of oryzativol A increased. Taken together, these findings suggest that oryzativol A is stable in vivo and has potential as a therapeutic agent for osteoporosis, particularly when administered in high doses.

• 한국버섯학회지
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• 제20권1호
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• pp.13-21
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• 2022

Cordyceps militaris, a well-known traditional Chinese medicine, has multiple health-promoting effects. It is used as a herbal remedy and health food in Asian countries. Cultured mycelia are often used as a substitute for natural C. militaris. In the present study, the mycelia and fruiting bodies of artificially cultured C. militaris were analyzed using a metabolomics approach. The protein and crude fat contents of the mycelia were substantially higher than those of the fruiting bodies. The top three abundant amino acids in the mycelia were proline (3.9 g/100 g), aspartic acid (2.9 g/100 g), and glutamic acid (2.7 g/100 g). The carbohydrate content was similar in the fruiting bodies and mycelia. Analysis revealed that both the fruiting bodies and mycelia are rich in phenolic compounds and exhibit antioxidant activity. Further, six metabolites were significantly different between the mycelia and fruiting bodies. The levels of Ca, glucose, Mg, and Se were higher in the mycelia than in the fruiting bodies. In contrast, mannitol and Zn were more abundant in the fruiting bodies. The current study provides a comprehensive metabolic profile of the mycelia and fruiting bodies of artificially cultured C. militaris. Such an exercise is potentially important for understanding the metabolism of C. militaris and facilitating the use of cultured mycelia as a supplement to C. militaris fruiting bodies in traditional Chinese medicine.

• Animal Bioscience
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• 제37권4호
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• pp.640-654
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• 2024

Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore the effect of sodium salicylate (SS) on semen preservation and metabolic regulation in goats. Methods: Under the condition of low temperature, SS was added to goat semen diluent to detect goat sperm motility, plasma membrane, acrosome, antioxidant capacity, mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) and metabonomics. Results: The results show that at the 8th day of low-temperature storage, the sperm motility of the 20 μM SS group was 66.64%, and the integrity rates of the plasma membrane and acrosome were both above 60%, significantly higher than those of the other groups. The activities of catalase and superoxide dismutase in the sperm of the 20 μM SS group were significantly higher than those of the control group, the contents of reactive oxygen species and malondialdehyde were significantly lower than those in the control group, the MMP was significantly higher than that in the control group, and the contents of Ca²⁺ and total cholesterol were significantly higher than those in the control group. Through metabonomics analysis, there were significant metabolic differences between the control group and the 20 μM SS group. Twenty of the most significant metabolic markers were screened, mainly involving five metabolic pathways, of which nicotinic acid and nicotinamide metabolic pathways were the most significant. Conclusion: The results indicate that SS can effectively improve the low-temperature preservation quality of goat sperm.

• 한국식품조리과학회지
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• 제21권5호
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• pp.725-732
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• 2005

본 연구에서는 대두 이소플라본이 난소를 절제한 성장기 흰쥐의 골격 발달에 미치는 영향을 알아보기 위하여 3주령 된 Wister 암컷 쥐를 난소절제한 후 8주 동안 genistein을 경구 투여하여 골대사에 미치는 일반지표 및 생화학지표를 관찰하였다. 1. 체중 증가는 OVX군$(230.2{\pm}25.15\;g)$이 SH군$(170.6{\pm}20.51\;g)$에 비해 유의적으로 높게 나타났으나 (p<0.05), OVX+GEN군과 OVX+ES군의 체중 증가는 OVX군에 비해 유의적인 차이를 보이지 않았다. 2. 체중 당 간과 자궁의 무게는 난소를 절제한 모든군에서 SH군에 비해 유의적으로 낮았으며(p<0.05), 신장의 무게 또한 SH군에 비해 난소를 절제한 모든 군에서 유의적으로(p<0.05) 감소하였으나 난소절제군 사이에서 유의적인 차이는 없었다. 3. 대퇴골의 무게는 모든 군간에서 유의적인 차이는 없었으나 대퇴골의 길이는 SH군에 비해 OVX군에서 길게 나타났다. 4. 뇨 중 creatinine의 양은 난소 절제군에서 모두 증가하였으나 유의적인 차이는 나타나지 않았다. 또한 hydroxyproline 함량도 모든 군간에서 차이가 나타나지 않았다. 5. 혈청 ALP 활성은 모든 군에서 차이가 없었으며 대퇴골, 변, 혈청, 뇨에서의 Ca의 함량도 모든 군간에서 유의적인 차이가 없었다. 6. 대퇴골의 골밀도는 SH군에 비해 난소를 절제한 군에서 낮았으며 genistein 투여로 다시 증가하는 경향을 보였으나 유의적인 차이는 없었다. 파단력과 stiffiness의 경우 난소 절제 및 genistein 처리에 의한 영향을 받지 않았다. 본 결과를 통하여 genistein에 의한 투여는 난소를 절제한 성장기의 흰쥐에서도 최대골질량을 유지하고 골질량의 손실을 억제할 수 있는 효과가 있어 성장기 동안의 섭취가 골다공증 예방에 효과가 있을 것으로 예상된다.

• 원예과학기술지
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• 제30권4호
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• pp.463-470
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• 2012

최근 원예산업의 발달로 인해 모종의 연중 생산량이 증가되고 플러그 트레이를 이용한 양질의 모종을 편리하게 키울수 있는 육묘기술이 보급되면서 상토의 사용량이 크게 증가되었다. 본 연구에서는 4가지 점토광물 일라이트, 필라이트, 제올라이트, 벤토나이트의 상토 첨가 시 고추의 초기 성장에 대한 효과를 알아보았다. 또한 일라이트 처리 시 고추 잎과 줄기의 시료에 대한 프로테옴 분석을 수행하였다. 포트에 있는 상토에 4가지 점토광물을 각각 처리한 이후에 트레이서 재배된 모종 중에서 건강하고 규칙적인 크기를 가진 모종을 선별하여 포트에서 재배하였다. 본 연구는 6주 동안 충북대학교 유리 온실에서 수행되었다. 4가지 점토광물 처리에 따른 고추의 초장, 뿌리와 줄기의 생중량과 건중량은 무처리와 비교해서 모든 점토광물 처리구에서 높게 나타났다. 그리고 고추의 뿌리, 줄기, 잎에서 양이온 $K^+$, $Ca^{2+}$, $Mg^{2+}$의 흡수량은 무처리구보다 모든 점토광물 처리구에서 높게 나타났다. 고추 시료에 대한 프로테옴 분석을 실시한 결과 잎 조직에서는 에너지 대사에 관련 단백질인 plastid fructose-1, 6-bisphosphat aldolase class 1, aldolase 및 glyceraldehydes 3-phosphate dehydrogenase가 대조구보다 더 많이 발현되는 것을 보여주었다. 줄기 조직에서는 에너지 대사에 관련된 NAD-dependent formate dehydrogenase, potassium(K) 운송 단백질, 지베렐린 반응 조절에 관련된 GIA/RGA 단백질 등이 대조구보다 더 많이 발현되는 것을 보여주었다. 프로테옴 분석으로 얻어진 결과를 보면 일라이트 처리 시 특이하게 차별적으로 발현된 단백질이 고추의 초기 생장 증진에 관련된 것으로 사료된다. 그러므로 점토광물의 처리에 대한 채소작물의 반응에 관련된 몇몇 단백질의 동정은 그들의 분자적인 기작 구명을 이해하는 데 새로이 기여할 것으로 사료된다.