Publications by authors named "FuRong Liu"

Background: CMG901 is a novel first-in-class antibody-drug conjugate with a humanised anticlaudin 18.2 antibody linked to microtubule-disrupting agent monomethyl auristatin E. We aimed to assess the antitumour activity and safety of CMG901 in patients with advanced gastric or gastro-oesophageal junction cancer and other solid tumours.

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Backgrounds/aims: Transmembrane 4 L six family member 1 (TM4SF1) is highly expressed in and contributes to the progression of various malignancies. However, how it modulates hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) progression and senescence remains to be elucidated.

Methods: TM4SF1 expression in HCC samples was evaluated using immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry.

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Objective: The objective of this study was to develop liposomes (LP) containing a curcumin (CU) analog CA7 to enhance its pharmacokinetic profile and anti-cervical cancer (CC) effects.

Methods: Single-factor and Box-Behnken experiments were conducted to optimize the formulation of CA7-loaded liposomes (CA7-LP). The in vitro release, stability, biocompatibility, and pharmacokinetic of CA7-LP were evaluated.

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This meta-analysis aims to comprehensively evaluate the efficacy and safety of T-DM1 in treating HER2-positive breast cancer, providing insights for clinical practice. We conducted a literature search in PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Embase databases up to September 2023, collecting randomized controlled trials and cohort studies on T-DM1 for HER2-positive breast cancer. Out of 316 initially retrieved articles, 12 studies meeting the quality and inclusion criteria were included after a rigorous screening process.

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  • There is a clinical need to improve the effectiveness and safety of current anti-PD-1/PD-L1 cancer immunotherapy, leading to the study of IBI318, a novel bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1 in patients with advanced tumors.
  • The clinical trial consisted of two phases: Phase Ia focused on dose escalation to find the optimal dosage, while Phase Ib evaluated safety and efficacy in patients with non-small cell lung cancer and nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
  • Results showed that IBI318 had a good safety profile with an objective response rate of 15.5% overall, and higher rates in treatment-naïve patients: 45.5% for NSCLC and 30.0% for
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Chemotherapy remains the first choice of treatment for colon cancer despite the inevitable adverse effects. Curcumin (CU) possesses antitumor activity but has poor aqueous solubility, low bioavailability, and weak activity. To address this, nine novel monocarbonyl CU analogues were designed, synthesized, and evaluated in the present study.

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Background: Imipenem is a highly effective carbapenem antibiotic, which is widely used in the treatment of many serious bacterial infections. At the same time, it can also cause some adverse reactions, mental abnormalities are the most concerned central nervous system adverse reactions. Different patients respond differently to imipenem, and the effect of imipenem on psychiatric disorders is unclear.

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  • This study focuses on improving the delivery and effectiveness of FB15, a promising drug candidate for breast cancer, which suffers from poor solubility and pharmacokinetics.
  • The researchers created a nano-mixed micelle, AZA-P188/TPGS@FB15, which uses a targeting ligand (Acetazolamide) to deliver FB15 specifically to hypoxic tumor regions.
  • Results demonstrated that the micelles enhanced the targeting and killing of breast cancer cells and showed improved drug absorption in the body compared to free FB15, indicating potential for better clinical outcomes.
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Wearable flexible strain sensors require different performance depending on the application scenario. However, developing strain sensors based solely on experiments is time-consuming and often produces suboptimal results. This study utilized sensor knowledge to reduce knowledge redundancy and explore designs.

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Background: The anti-PD-L1 antibody durvalumab has been approved for use in first-line advanced biliary duct cancer (ABC). So far, predictive biomarkers of efficacy are lacking.

Methods: ABC patients who underwent gemcitabine-based chemotherapy with or without durvalumab were retrospectively enrolled, and their baseline clinical pathological indices were retrieved from medical records.

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  • The study explores the connections between TGF-β signaling, mRNA modifications, and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) progression, highlighting the unclear relationship between TGF-β and N6-methyladenosine (mA) modifications.
  • It was found that TGF-β promotes METTL3 liquid phase separation, leading to decreased mRNA stability of ITIH1, which acts to inhibit HCC progression by disrupting focal adhesion signaling.
  • The research suggests that the recombinant protein ITIH1 can be a promising therapeutic target for HCC, especially when combined with TGF-β inhibitors, based on preclinical model findings.
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Claudin18.2 has been recently recognized as a potential therapeutic target for gastric/gastroesophageal junction or pancreatic cancer. Here, we develop a Claudin18.

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Although immune checkpoint-based cancer immunotherapy has shown significant efficacy in various cancers, resistance still limits its therapeutic effects. Ubiquitination modification is a mechanism that adds different types of ubiquitin chains to proteins, mediating protein degradation or altering their function, thereby affecting cellular signal transduction. Increasing evidence suggests that ubiquitination modification plays a crucial role in regulating the mechanisms of resistance to cancer immunotherapy.

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Effective isolation and sensitive detection of () is crucial for the early diagnosis and prognosis of various diseases, such as urinary tract infections. However, efficient isolation and simultaneous detection of remains a huge challenge. Herein, we depict a novel fluorescence assay for sensitive, enzyme-free detection of by integrating DNAzyme cascade-induced DNA tweezers and magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs)-based separation.

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  • The study aimed to analyze the clinical characteristics and genetic causes of three cases of glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1) in Chinese children, using various genetic and metabolic testing methods.
  • All three cases had unique compound heterozygous variants, with one of them being a novel variant, indicating the complexity of GA1's genetic background.
  • A review of existing literature revealed that most patients showed symptoms in early childhood, with common clinical signs being increased head circumference and developmental delays, and significant biochemical and radiographic abnormalities were also noted.
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Background: As synthesis technology advances, novel and efficient derivatives of tetracyclines are found. Three new antibiotics were approved within the past 18 years, and represent a new era in the use of tetracyclines. To gain further insight into adverse events linked to tetracyclines and better protect pediatric patients, ongoing monitoring of safety data is crucial.

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Purpose: The present study aimed to develop a lipid nanoplatform, denoted as "BAL-PTX-LN", co-loaded with chiral baicalin derivatives (BAL) and paclitaxel (PTX) to promote the anti-lung cancer efficacy of paclitaxel and reduce the toxicity of chemotherapeutic drugs.

Methods: BAL-PTX-LN was optimized through central composite design based on a single-factor experiments. BAL-PTX-LN was evaluated by TEM, particle size, encapsulation efficiency, hemolysis rate, release kinetics and stability.

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Innate immune responses to microbial pathogens are regulated by intracellular receptors known as nucleotide-binding leucine-rich repeat receptors (NLRs) in both the plant and animal kingdoms. Across plant innate immune systems, "helper" NLRs (hNLRs) work in coordination with "sensor" NLRs (sNLRs) to modulate disease resistance signaling pathways. Activation mechanisms of hNLRs based on structures are unknown.

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  • Gastric cancer brain metastasis (GCBM) is a rare and aggressive type of cancer that alters the brain's blood vessels and immune environment, making treatment more challenging.
  • The study utilized digital spatial profiling to analyze tumor and immune tissue interactions from three GCBM patients, identifying different blood recruitment strategies through transcriptomic data.
  • Findings revealed that both angiogenesis and blood vessel co-option occur in GCBM, with specific spatial arrangements and immune cell distributions that could guide improved therapies combining anti-vascular and immune treatments.
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Strain sensors that can rapidly and efficiently detect strain distribution and magnitude are crucial for structural health monitoring and human-computer interactions. However, traditional electrical and optical strain sensors make access to structural health information challenging because data conversion is required, and they have intricate, delicate designs. Drawing inspiration from the moisture-responsive coloration of beetle wing sheaths, we propose using Ecoflex as a flexible substrate.

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  • The study examined how maternal iron levels and placental iron transport proteins relate to the risk of pre-eclampsia (PE) in Chinese pregnant women.
  • A total of 206 women (94 with PE and 112 healthy) provided blood and placenta samples to analyze iron status and protein expression.
  • Results indicated that higher dietary iron and lower serum hepcidin levels were linked to a reduced risk of PE, while elevated expressions of iron transport proteins in the placenta were noted in PE cases, suggesting potential prevention targets.
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  • A new hydrogel-based scaffolding system called PHOENIX is designed to enhance immunotherapy in cold tumors by breaking the chronic inflammation that limits treatment effectiveness.
  • PHOENIX releases two key substances, resiquimod and anti-OX40, in response to reactive oxygen species, promoting the maturation of immune cells and transforming suppressive immune components into ones that attack tumors.
  • In animal studies, PHOENIX significantly reduced tumor growth in various cancer models and provided lasting immunity against relapses, showcasing its potential as a powerful tool for improving immunotherapy outcomes.
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Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is characterized by rapid onset and high chance of metastasis. Therefore, identification of novel therapeutic targets is imperative. E26 transformation-specific homologous factor (EHF), a member of the E26 transformation-specific transcription factor family, plays a pivotal role in epithelial cell differentiation and cancer progression.

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SO derivatives play an important role in many metabolic processes, excessive ingestion of them can lead to serious complications of various diseases. In this work, a novel dual ratiometric NIR fluorescent probe XT-CHO based on ICT effect was synthesized for detecting SO derivative. In the design of the probe, the α, β-unsaturated bond formed between benzopyran and coumarin was used as the reaction site for SO, meanwhile, the extended π-conjugate system promoted maximum emission wavelength of the probe up to 708 nm.

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