• BMB Reports
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• 제56권3호
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• pp.184-189
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• 2023

Ovarian cancer (OC) is the most common gynecological malignancy worldwide, and chemoresistance occurs in most patients, resulting in treatment failure. A better understanding of the molecular processes underlying drug resistance is crucial for development of efficient therapies to improve OC patient outcomes. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) and ferroptosis play crucial roles in tumorigenesis and resistance to chemotherapy. However, little is known about the role(s) of circRNAs in regulating ferroptosis in OC. To gain insights into cisplatin resistance in OC, we studied the ferroptosis-associated circRNA circSnx12. We evaluated circSnx12 expression in OC cell lines and tissues that were susceptible or resistant to cisplatin using quantitative real-time PCR. We also conducted in vitro and in vivo assays examining the function and mechanism of lnc-LBCSs. Knockdown of circSnx12 rendered cisplatin-resistant OC cells more sensitive to cisplatin in vitro and in vivo by activating ferroptosis, which was at least partially abolished by downregulation of miR-194-5p. Molecular mechanics studies indicate that circSnx12 can be a molecular sponge of miR-194-5p, which targets SLC7A11. According to our findings, circSnx12 ameliorates cisplatin resistance by blocking ferroptosis via a miR-194-5p/SLC7A11 pathway. CircARNT2 may thus serve as an effective therapeutic target for overcoming cisplatin resistance in OC.

• BMB Reports
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• 제46권3호
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• pp.163-168
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• 2013

The AML1 gene is an essential transcription factor regulating the differentiation of hematopoietic stem cells into mature blood cells. Though at least 12 different alternatively spliced AML1 mRNAs are generated, three splice variants (AML1a, AML1b and AML1c) have been characterized. Here, using the reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction with outward-facing primers, we identified a novel non-polyadenylated transcript from the AML1 gene, with exons 5 and 6 scrambled. The novel transcript resisted RNase R digestion, indicating it is a circular RNA structure that may originate from products of mRNA alternative splicing. The expression of the novel transcript in different cells or cell lines of human and a number of other species matched those of the canonical transcripts. The discovery provides additional evidence that circular RNA could stably exist in vivo in human, and may also help to understand the mechanism of the regulation of the AML1 gene transcription.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제63권1호
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• pp.191-193
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• 2021

Lactococcus lactis is a fermentative lactic acid bacterium that is used extensively in food fermentations. The L. lactis strain K_LL005 was isolated from the grasshopper (Oxya chinensis sinuosa) gut in Korea. In this study, we reported the complete genome sequence of Lactococcus lactis K_LL005. The final complete genome assembly consist of one circular chromosome (2,375,093 bp) with an overall guanine + cytosine (G + C) content of 35.0%. Annotation results revealed 2,281 protein-coding sequences (CDSs), 19 rRNAs, and 68 tRNA genes. Lactococcus lactis K_LL005 has a gene encoding xylose metabolism such as xylR, xylA, and xylB (xylRAB).

• 미생물학회지
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• 제53권4호
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• pp.351-353
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• 2017

토마토 뿌리에서 분리한 Chryseobacterium sp. T16E-39 균주는 식물생육촉진과 역병, 시들음병에 대한 억제효과가 있었다. 이 균주의 유전체 염기서열은 4,873,888 염기쌍이었으며 G + C 함량은 35.22%이었다. 이 유전체는 4,289개 단백질 유전자, 15개 rRNA 유전자, 71개 tRNA 유전자를 포함하였다. T16E-39 균주의 유전체에서 인산가용화, 식물호르몬 조절, 항산화 활성, 키틴 분해, 제9형 분비시스템에 관여하는 유전자를 확인하였으며, 이들 유전자는 식물의 생육을 촉진하고 병발생을 억제하는 기작과 관련되어 있을 것으로 판단된다.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제66권2호
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• pp.438-441
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• 2024

The Enterococcus faecium (E. faecium) strain AK_C_05 was isolated from cheonggukjang, the Korean traditional food, collected from a local market in South Korea. In this report, we presented the complete genome sequence of E. faecium strain AK_C_05. The genome of E. faecium strain AK_C_05 genome consisted of one circular chromosome (2,691,319 bp) with a guanine + cytosine (GC) content of 38.3% and one circular plasmid (177,732 bp) with a GC content of 35.48%. The Annotation results revealed 2,827 protein-coding sequences (CDSs), 18 rRNAs, and 68 tRNA genes. It possesses genes, which encodes enzymes such as alpha-galactosidase (EC 3.2.1.22), beta-glucosidase (EC 3.2.1.21) and alpha-L-arabinofuranosidase (EC 3.2.1.55) enabling efficient utilization of carbohydrates. Based on Clusters of Orthologous Groups analysis, E. faecium strain AK_C_05 showed specialization in carbohydrate transport and metabolism indicating the ability to generate energy using a variety of carbohydrates.

• 미생물학회지
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• 제55권2호
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• pp.167-170
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• 2019

Pantoea intestinalis SRCM103226은 식용곤충 밀웜으로부터 분리하였으며, zeaxanthin을 메인으로 생산하였다. P. intestinalis SRCM103226의 유전체 분석을 실시하여 4,784,919 bp 크기의 염기서열, GC 비율은 53.41%로 나타났으며, 플라스미드는 존재하지 않는다. RAST server를 이용하여 annotation한 결과 4,332개의 코딩유전자, 22개의 rRNA, 85개의 tRNA 유전자가 확인되었다 지놈분석결과 zeaxanthin 생합성회로 5개 유전자를 가지고 있다. 이러한 유전체 정보는 zeaxanthin 생합성 경로의 분자 진화의 비교 유전체학 연구에 대한 기초 정보를 제공한다.

• BMB Reports
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• 제55권1호
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• pp.20-29
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• 2022

Stem cell-based therapy is a promising approach for treating a variety of disorders, including acute brain insults and neurodegenerative diseases. Stem cells such as mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) secrete extracellular vesicles (EVs), circular membrane fragments (30 nm-1 ㎛) that are shed from the cell surface, carrying several therapeutic molecules such as proteins and microRNAs. Because EV-based therapy is superior to cell therapy in terms of scalable production, biodistribution, and safety profiles, it can be used to treat brain diseases as an alternative to stem cell therapy. This review presents evidences evaluating the role of stem cell-derived EVs in stroke, traumatic brain injury, and degenerative brain diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson' disease. In addition, stem cell-derived EVs have better profiles in biocompatibility, immunogenicity, and safety than those of small chemical and macromolecules. The advantages and disadvantages of EVs compared with other strategies are discussed. Even though EVs obtained from native stem cells have potential in the treatment of brain diseases, the successful clinical application is limited by the short half-life, limited targeting, rapid clearance after application, and insufficient payload. We discuss the strategies to enhance the efficacy of EV therapeutics. Finally, EV therapies have yet to be approved by the regulatory authorities. Major issues are discussed together with relevant advances in the clinical application of EV therapeutics.

• The Plant Pathology Journal
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• 제17권5호
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• pp.300-304
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• 2001

Apple is the most economically important fruit in Korea. The suspected viroid disease of dapple apple was found in apple fruits cultivated in Kyungpook province. Symptoms begin in mid-July as small circular spots, which stand out against the background color on the young fruit. Dappling of the fruit becomes more intense and easier to detect as the fruit approaches maturity; the affected spots remain yellowish as the fruit matures. no leaf or bark syndromes have been associated with this disease. The infected fruits are downgraded considerably during quality grading. The low molecular weight RNA containing viroid RNA molecules were extracted from the peels of the apples with dapple symptoms. The RNA molecules were extracted from the apples using Qiagen column chromatography. The purified RNAs were used for the synthesis of cDNA with RT-PCR. The PCR products were then ligated into a pGEM-T Easy vector, cloned and sequenced. The sequence of the viroid RNA molecule shows 331 nucleotides with one base difference ("G" insertion between the position of 133 and 134) compared with that of the Apple scar skin viroid (ASSVd) reported by Hashimoto and Koganezawa in Japan. This is the first report on the occurrence of the ASSVd in apple trees cultivated in Korea, as well as the identification of a new Korean strain of the ASSVd.the ASSVd.

• Korean Circulation Journal
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• 제52권9호
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• pp.680-696
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• 2022

Background and Objectives: Circular RNAs were known to play vital role in myocardial ischemia reperfusion injury (MIRI), while the role of CircZNF609 in MIRI remains unclear. This study was aimed to investigate the function of CircZNF609 in MIRI. Methods: Hypoxia/reoxygenation (H/R) model was established to mimic MIRI in vitro. Quantitative polymerase chain reaction was performed to evaluate gene transcripts. Cellular localization of CircZNF609 and miR-214-3p were visualized by fluorescence in situ hybridization. Cell proliferation was determined by CCK-8. TUNEL assay and flow cytometry were applied to detect apoptosis. Lactate dehydrogenase was determined by commercial kit. ROS was detected by DCFH-DA probe. Direct interaction of indicated molecules was determined by RIP and dual luciferase assays. Western blot was used to quantify protein levels. In vivo model was established to further test the function of CircZNF609 in MIRI. Results: CircZNF609 was upregulated in H/R model. Inhibition of CircZNF609 alleviated H/R induced apoptosis, ROS generation, restored cell proliferation in cardiomyocytes and human umbilical vein endothelial cells. Mechanically, CircZNF609 directly sponged miR-214-3p to release PTGS2 expression. Functional rescue experiments showed that miR-214-3p/PTGS2 axis was involved in the function of circZNG609 in H/R model. Furthermore, data in mouse model revealed that knockdown of CircZNF609 significantly reduced the area of myocardial infarction and decreased myocardial cell apoptosis. Conclusions: CircZNF609 aggravated the progression of MIRI via targeting miR-214-3p/PTGS2 axis, which suggested CircZNF609 might act as a vital modulator in MIRI.

• 한국식물병리학회지
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• 제1권3호
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• pp.199-206
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• 1985

바이로이드(viroid)는 그의 완전한 분자구조가 처음으로 밝혀진 식물병원체이며, coat-protein이 제거된 viral-RNA가 아닌 바이로이드로서의 독립적인 특성과 병원성을 가진 작은 크기의 병원체임이 밝혀짐으로써 미생물의 영역을 한 단계 넓혀서 생각하도록 하였다. 일반적으로 생각되는 미생물 즉 곰팡이, 세균, 마이코플라스마, 바이러스들이 동물과 식물 및 인체에 병원체로서 작용하는데 바이로이드는 현재까지 고등식물에서만 발견되는 병원체이다. 다라서 바이로이드가 동물 및 인체에서 아직까지 밝혀지지 않고 있는 병의 병원체일 가능성이 있으므로 이에 대한 연구가 계속되고 있다. 바이로이드는 작은 크기임에도 독자적인 자기증식을 하는 능력과 생존을 유지하는 특성이 있기 때문에 이들의 분자구조 및 생물적 특성을 연구하는데 좋은 자료가 되며, 최근에 급속한 진전을 보이고 있는 분자생물학 및 유전공학적인 방법과 기술을 이용하여 Viroid의 여러 가지 성질과 생물학적인 위치에 대한 연구가 활발히 진행되고 있다. 앞으로 연구가 계속되어 Viroid의 증식과 병원성에 대한 문제가 해결된다면, 바이로이드병의 예방이나 치료법이 확립된 것이며 또한 목적하는 유전자를 운반하는 Vector로 개발하여 생물공학 분야에 적극적으로 활용할 수 있을 것이다.