• BMB Reports
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• 제48권7호
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• pp.407-412
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• 2015

The 12 kDa FK506-binding protein (FK506BP12), an immunosuppressor, modulates T cell activation via calcineurin inhibition. In this study, we investigated the ability of PEP-1-FK506BP12, consisting of FK506BP12 fused to the protein transduction domain PEP-1 peptide, to suppress catabolic responses in primary human chondrocytes and in a mouse carrageenan-induced paw arthritis model. Western blotting and immunofluorescence analysis showed that PEP-1-FK506BP12 efficiently penetrated chondrocytes and cartilage explants. In interleukin-1β (IL-1β)-treated chondrocytes, PEP-1-FK506BP12 significantly suppressed the expression of catabolic enzymes, including matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs)-1, -3, and -13 in addition to cyclooxygenase-2, at both the mRNA and protein levels, whereas FK506BP12 alone did not. In addition, PEP-1-FK506BP12 decreased IL-1β-induced phosphorylation of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) complex (p38, JNK, and ERK) and the inhibitor kappa B alpha. In the mouse model of carrageenan-induced paw arthritis, PEP-1-FK506BP12 suppressed both carrageenan-induced MMP-13 production and paw inflammation. PEP-1-FK506BP12 may have therapeutic potential in the alleviation of OA progression. [BMB Reports 2015; 48(7): 407-412]

• Preventive Nutrition and Food Science
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• 제20권3호
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• pp.153-161
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• 2015

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are crucial extracellular matrices degrading enzymes that have important roles in metastasis of cancer progression as well as other significant conditions such as oxidative stress and hepatic fibrosis. Marine plants are on the rise for their potential to provide natural products that exhibit remarkable health benefits. In this context, brown algae species have been of much interest in the pharmaceutical field with reported instances of isolation of bioactive compounds against tumor growth and MMP activity. In this study, eight different brown algae species were harvested, and their extracts were compared in regard to their anti-MMP effects. According to gelatin zymography results, Ecklonia cava, Ecklonia bicyclis, and Ishige okamurae showed higher inhibitory effects than the other samples on MMP-2 and -9 activity at the concentrations of 10, 50, and $100{\mu}g/mL$. However, only I. okamurae was able to regulate the MMP activity through the expression of MMP and tissue inhibitor of MMP observed by mRNA levels. Overall, brown algae species showed to be good sources for anti-MMP agents, while I. okamurae needs to be further studied for its potential to yield pharmaceutical molecules that can regulate MMP-activity through cellular pathways as well as enzymatic inhibition.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제16권7호
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• pp.1229-1234
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• 2006

배지에 tetracycline이 없으면 사멸하는 평활근세포 (FADD-SMC)를 이용하여 metalloproteinase (MMP)와 사멸세포의 상관관계를 조사하였다. FADD-SMC를 tetracycline이 없는 배지에서 배양하는 경우 핵이 조각으로 잘라졌고 인산화한 p38과 ERK가 증가하고 MMP-9의 발현과 활성이 증가한 반면, cyclin D와 cyclin D의 발현은 감소하였다. 그리고 죽는 FADD-SMC에서 MMP-9의 발현은 immunofluorescen로 재확인하였다. MMP-9의 증가는 MAPK 억제제인 PD098059와 p38 MAPK 억제제인 SB203S80에 의하여 감소하였다. 그리고 MMP 억제제인 BB94는 FADD-SMC의 사멸을 감소시켰다.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제2권2호
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• pp.134-137
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• 2008

Atherosclerosis is characterized by a chronic inflammatory disease, and chemokines play an important role in both initiation and progression of atherosclerosis development. Leukotactin-1 (Lkn-1/CCLl5), a new member of the human CC chemokine family, is a potent chemoattractant for leukocytes. Our previous study has demonstrated that Lkn-1/CCL15 plays a role in the initiation of atherosclerosis, however, little is currently known whether Lkn-1/CCL15 is associated with the progression of atherosclerosis. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in human coronary atherosclerotic lesions playa crucial role in the progression of atherosclerosis by altering the vulnerability of plaque rupture. In the present study, we examined whether Lkn-1/CCLl5 modulates MMP-9 release, which is a prevalent form expressed by activated macrophages and foam cells. Human THP-1 monocytic cells and/or human peripheral blood monocytes (PBMC) were treated with phorbol myristate acetate to induce their differentiation into macrophages. Foam cells were prepared by the treatment of THP-1 macrophages with human oxidized LDL. The macrophages and foam cells were treated with Lkn-1/CCL15, and the levels of MMP-9 release were measured by Gelatin Zymography. Lkn-1/CCL15 significantly enhanced the levels of MMP-9 protein secretion from THP-1 monocytic cells-derived macrophages, human PBMC-derived macrophages, as well as macrophage-derived foam cell in a dose dependent manner. Our data suggest that the action of Lkn-1/CCL15 on macrophages and foam cells to release MMP-9 may contribute to plaque destabilization in the progression of atherosclerosis.

• Journal of Ginseng Research
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• 제46권4호
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• pp.536-542
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• 2022

Background: In aged skin, reactive oxygen species (ROS) induces degradation of the extracellular matrix (ECM), leading to visible aging signs. Collagens in the ECM are cleaved by matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). Syringaresinol (SYR), isolated from Panax ginseng berry, has various physiological activities, including anti-inflammatory action. However, the anti-aging effects of SYR via antioxidant and autophagy regulation have not been elucidated. Methods: The preventive effect of SYR on skin aging was investigated in human HaCaT keratinocytes in the presence of H₂O₂, and the keratinocyte cells were treated with SYR (0-200 ㎍/mL). mRNA and protein levels of MMP-2 and -9 were determined by real-time PCR and Western blotting, respectively. Radical scavenging activity was researched by 2,2 diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and 2,2'-azino-bis-3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid (ABTS) assays. LC3B level was assessed by Western blotting and confocal microscopy. Results: SYR significantly reduced gene expression and protein levels of MMP-9 and -2 in both H₂O₂-treated and untreated HaCaT cells. SYR did not show cytotoxicity to HaCaT cells. SYR exhibited DPPH and ABTS radical scavenging activities with an EC₅₀ value of 10.77 and 10.35 ㎍/mL, respectively. SYR elevated total levels of endogenous and exogenous LC3B in H₂O₂-stimulated HaCaT cells. 3-Methyladenine (3-MA), an autophagy inhibitor, counteracted the inhibitory effect of SYR on MMP-2 expression. Conclusion: SYR showed antioxidant activity and up-regulated autophagy activity in H₂O₂-stimulated HaCaT cells, lowering the expression of MMP-2 and MMP-9 associated with skin aging. Our results suggest that SYR has potential value as a cosmetic additive for prevention of skin aging.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제26권8호
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• pp.983-989
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• 2016

체내를 구성하는 모든 세포는 시간이 흐름에 따라 그들의 주위환경에 좌우되어 분화, 괴사, 세포자살, 세포노화와 같은 운명을 경험한다. 이러한 세포과정에서 발생하는 실수가 암, 염증, 노화 및 질병과 같은 표현형에서의 여러가지 이상을 발생시킨다. 천연물로부터 유래한 항 노화 화합물을 탐색하기 위해서는 새로운 전략과 접근방식이 요구된다. 그러므로, 여기서는 핵심적인 역할을 하는 타켓 단백질에 대하여 설명한다. 먼저 기질금속단백질분해효소(MMPs)는 노화마커로 암전이, 만성염증 및 피부노화에 관여한다. 특히 히스톤 탈아세틸화효소(HDACs)는 모델동물의 수명을 연장시키려고 노력하는 노화연구원들에게 큰 관심의 대상이다. 뿐만 아니라, 여기서 p53, IGF-1 및 SIRT1이 중요한 역할을 하는 세포노화와 관련된 신호경로에 대하여 기술한다. 더욱이, 자가포식과정이 노화와 관련한 신호경로에도 관여하고 있다. 세포노화의 신호경로를 조절할 수 있는 여러가지 새로운 화합물도 본 총설논문에서 소개된다. 여기서 우리는 노화기전에 대한 분자기반 및 노화마커 개발에 대한 새로운 통찰력을 제공하려고 한다. 뿐만 아니라 소개되는 화합물은 노화와 관련 있는 질병의 예방 및 치료를 위하여 의학적으로 응용이 가능하다.

• 대한한방내과학회지
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.165-173
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• 2002

Purpose : Among numerous biological symptoms of cancer, matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are essential for tumor invasion and metastasis. HAD is used as an inhibitor of MMP gene. This study was designed to evaluate the effects of HAD on anti metastasis and preventing recurrence in cancer patients. Materials and Methods : We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of 69 cancer patients who had been administered with HAD for over 12 months continuously in East-West Cancer Center of Oriental Hospital of Daejeon University, from January 1993 to May 2002. Results : We analyzed gender, portion, stage and anti-metastasis & recurrence rates of cancer patients. Analysis of sex cases showed that the percentage of male is 62.3%, female is 37.7%. Analysis of cancer portion showed that the percentage of stomach is 31.9%, colorectum is 26.1%, lung is 21.7%, liver is 8.7%, breast is 8.7% Analysis of stage showed that the rate of III is 78.3%, IV is 13.0% and II is 8.7%. Analysis of anti-metastasis and recurrence rates showed that colorectal cancer is 77.8%, stomach cancer is 63.6%, lung cancer is 33.4% and breast cancer is 33.3% (mean : 53.6%). Conclusions : HAD has significant effects on anti-metastasis and preventing recurrence of tumor on cancer patients. So it helps to prolong the survival rates of cancer patients.

• 대한화장품학회지
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• 제39권4호
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• pp.313-322
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• 2013

본 연구에서는 예로부터 민간에서 사용되어진 약초인 토인삼 추출물의 피부보호 효과를 측정하기위해 항산화, 자외선에 의해 유도된 matrix metalloproteinases-1 (MMP-1) 발현저해효과, 자외선에 대한 세포보호효과, 노화세포를 이용한 senescence-associated ${\beta}$-galactosidase (SA-${\beta}$-gal) 활성을 사람 섬유아세포(HDF)를 이용하여 확인하였다. 그 결과, 토인삼 추출물의 free radical과 superoxide radical 소거효과는 처리농도가 증가함에 따라 농도 의존적으로 나타났으며, 토인삼 잎, 줄기 추출물(LSE) 500 ${\mu}g/mL$에서 98.45%와 97.01%의 DPPH와 superoxide radical을 소거하여 우수한 항산화 효과를 나타내었다. 토인삼 잎, 줄기 추출물(LSE)의 MMP-1의 발현 저해효과는 섬유아세포에서 UVA조사 실험에서 우수하게 나타났으며, UVB 조사에 의한 세포보호 효과도 우수하게 나타났다. 또한 노화세포를 이용한 SA-${\beta}$-gal활성은 토인삼 잎, 줄기 추출물(LSE)을 처리하였을 시 염색된 세포의 수가 감소하여 세포내 senescence를 억제하는 것을 확인할 수 있었다. 이상의 결과들을 종합해 보면, 토인삼의 지상부분인 잎, 줄기 추출물(LSE)은 항노화 및 항산화제로서의 우수한 특성으로 피부손상에 의한 산화적 스트레스에 대응하는 새로운 기능성 소재로서의 가능성을 가지는 것으로 평가된다.

• Journal of Ginseng Research
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• 제45권3호
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• pp.408-419
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• 2021

Background: The decreased renal function is known to be associated with biological aging, of which the main pathological features are chronic inflammation and renal interstitial fibrosis. In previous studies, we reported that total saponins from Panax japonicus (SPJs) can availably protect acute myocardial ischemia. We proposed that SPJs might have similar protective effects for aging-associated renal interstitial fibrosis. Thus, in the present study, we evaluated the overall effect of SPJs on renal fibrosis. Methods: Sprague-Dawley (SD) aging rats were given SPJs by gavage beginning from 18 months old, at 10 mg/kg/d and 60 mg/kg/d, up to 24 months old. After the experiment, changes in morphology, function and fibrosis of their kidneys were detected. The levels of serum uric acid (UA), β2-microglobulin (β2-MG) and cystatin C (Cys C) were assayed with ELISA kits. The levels of extracellular matrix (ECM), matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs), inflammatory factors and changes of oxidative stress parameters were examined. Results: After SPJs treatment, SD rats showed significantly histopathological changes in kidneys accompanied by decreased renal fibrosis and increased renal function; As compared with those in 3-month group, the levels of serum UA, Cys C and β2-MG in 24-month group were significantly increased (p < 0.05). Compared with those in the 24-month group, the levels of serum UA, Cys C and β2-MG in the SPJ-H group were significantly decreased. While ECM was reduced and the levels of MMP-2 and MMP-9 were increased, the levels of TIMP-1, TIMP-2 and transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1)/Smad signaling were decreased; the expression level of phosphorylated nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-κB) was down-regulated with reduced inflammatory factors; meanwhile, the expression of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2-antioxidant response element (Nrf2-ARE) signaling was aggrandized. Conclusion: These results suggest that SPJs treatment can improve age-associated renal fibrosis by inhibiting TGF-β1/Smad, NFκB signaling pathways and activating Nrf2-ARE signaling pathways and that SPJs can be a potentially valuable anti-renal fibrosis drug.

• Journal of Ginseng Research
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• 제32권1호
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• pp.39-47
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• 2008

본 실험은 홍삼 혼합물 (KTNG0345)을 이용한 주름 예방 및 개선효과가 있는 건강기능 식품을 개발하기 위한 기초자료로 활용하기 위하여 시료를 경구투여한 무모생쥐의 피부조직 으로부터 MMP-3의 발현양상과 작용 메커니즘을 연구하였다. MMP-3의 발현정도는 농도 의존적으로 현저한 감소를 나타내었으며, 유전자와 단백질 모두에서 동일한 양상을 보였다. PAK는 변화가 없었지만, p38, p-p38 그리고 c-Jun, p-c-Jun 을 통계적으로 유의하게 감소시킴으로써 MMPs의 발현 감소를 가져온 것으로 보인다. 뿐만 아니라 자외선에 의한 $TNF-{\alpha}$의 생성 또는 유입을 억제함으로써 $TNF-{\alpha}$ receptor에 의해 매개되는 신호전달 경로를 둔화시켜 MMPs의 발현을 감소시킨 것으로 보인다. 이렇게 KTNG0345는 복합적인 활성으로 작용하여 주름생성 억제 활성을 보이는 것으로 판단된다.