[Effects of Dexamethasone Reduction on Chemotherapy Prophylactic Antiemetic Therapy for Gastrointestinal Cancer under Dexamethasone Supply Difficulties during COVID-19].

Due to supply difficulties and other factors associated with COVID-19, oral dexamethasone became less readily available. To address this limitation, we investigated the effect of adjusting prophylactic antiemetic therapy on the efficacy of anticancer drug treatment. This study included patients in the gastrointestinal oncology unit of our hospital who received a regimen containing moderately emetogenic risk anticancer drugs between September 2021 and August 2022.

Liver-type of tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase is induced during mouse bone and tooth cell differentiation.

Background And Objective: Tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase (TNSALP) contains two types-bone- and liver-type-which are produced from the same gene due to differences in splicing. These two differ in their promoter, but the amino acid sequences of the mature proteins are identical. In this study, we examined the relationship between the two types of TNSALP expression and osteoblast differentiation.

Spatially Selective, High-Density Placement of Polyfluorene-Sorted Semiconducting Carbon Nanotubes in Organic Solvents.

High-performance logic based on carbon nanotubes (CNTs) requires high-density arrays of selectively placed semiconducting CNTs. Although polymer-wrapping methods can allow CNTs to be sorted to a >99.9% semiconducting purity, patterning these polymer-wrapped CNTs is an outstanding problem.

High-speed logic integrated circuits with solution-processed self-assembled carbon nanotubes.

As conventional monolithic silicon technology struggles to meet the requirements for the 7-nm technology node, there has been tremendous progress in demonstrating the scalability of carbon nanotube field-effect transistors down to the size that satisfies the 3-nm node and beyond. However, to date, circuits built with carbon nanotubes have overlooked key aspects of a practical logic technology and have stalled at simple functionality demonstrations. Here, we report high-performance complementary carbon nanotube ring oscillators using fully manufacturable processes, with a stage switching frequency of 2.

Interleukin-4 released from human gingival fibroblasts reduces osteoclastogenesis.

Objective: Human gingival epithelium is continuously exposed to bacteria and acts as the first line of defense in periodontal tissues. It is crucial to maintain healthy, non-inflamed gingival tissue to avoid gingivitis and periodontitis. The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of IL-4 in human gingival fibroblasts (hGF) on the activation of osteoclasts.

Effect of Nerve Growth Factor on Osseointegration of Titanium Implants in Type 2 Diabetic Rats.

Purpose: Compared with the general population, a poorer quality of bone-implant osseointegration occurs and at a higher failure rate in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of local injection of nerve growth factor at the bone-implant interface after implantation in type 2 diabetic rats.

Materials And Methods: Goto-Kakizaki (GK) rats (n = 30) were used as a model of type 2 diabetes mellitus, and Wistar rats were used as a control (n = 15).

Bone augmentation around a dental implant using demineralized bone sheet containing biologically active substances.

This study was designed to evaluate the volume of alveolar bone augmentation after immediate implant placement using demineralized bone. We examined the collagen matrix of demineralized bone and biologically active substances contained therein. Rat maxillary first molars were extracted, and the animals were divided into five groups as follows: tooth extraction only, implant into the mesial root socket, implant and other root sockets covered with demineralized bone sheet, implant and other root sockets filled with demineralized bone powder under the sheet, and implant and other root sockets covered with demineralized bone sheet from which proteins were extracted.

Down-regulation of EPHX2 gene transcription by Sp1 under high-glucose conditions.

sEH (soluble epoxide hydrolase), which is encoded by the EPHX2 gene, regulates the actions of bioactive lipids, EETs (epoxyeicosatrienoic acids). Previously, we found that high-glucose-induced oxidative stress suppressed sEH levels in a hepatocarcinoma cell line (Hep3B) and sEH was decreased in streptozotocin-induced diabetic mice in vivo. In the present study, we investigated the regulatory mechanisms underlying EPHX2 transcriptional suppression under high-glucose conditions.

Dentin Sialophosphoprotein-derived Proteins in the Dental Pulp.

Porcine dentin sialophosphoprotein (DSPP), the most abundant noncollagenous protein in dentin, is critical for proper mineralization of tooth dentin. DSPP is processed by proteases into 3 major domains: dentin sialoprotein (DSP), dentin glycoprotein (DGP), and dentin phosphoprotein (DPP). There are at least 2 mRNA variants expressed from the Dspp gene: one encodes the full-length DSPP protein (DSP+DGP+DPP); the other encodes only DSP.

Periostin of human periodontal ligament fibroblasts promotes migration of human mesenchymal stem cell through the αvβ3 integrin/FAK/PI3K/Akt pathway.

Background And Objective: The periodontal ligament (PDL) is characterized by rapid turnover, high remodeling capacity and high inherent regenerative potential compared with other connective tissues. Periostin, which is highly expressed in the fibroblasts in the PDL, has been widely discussed in relation to collagen fibrillogenesis in the PDL. Recently, several reports have indicated periostin in cell migration.

DPP and DSP are Necessary for Maintaining TGF-β1 Activity in Dentin.

Porcine dentin sialophosphoprotein (DSPP) is the most abundant non-collagenous protein in dentin. It is processed by proteases into 3 independent proteins: dentin sialoprotein (DSP), dentin glycoprotein (DGP), and dentin phosphoprotein (DPP). We fractionated DPP and DSP along with TGF-β activity by ion exchange (IE) chromatography from developing pig molars and measured their alkaline phosphatase (ALP)-stimulating activity in human periodontal (HPDL) cells with or without TGF-β receptor inhibitor.

Differentiation potential of osteoblast from cultured C2C12 cells on zirconia disk.

We examined the adaptability of zirconia as a fixture for implants. A mouse myoblast cell line (C2C12) was seeded on Ce-TZP and titanium disks, and on poly-L-lysine-coated glass slides. Proliferation potency was determined by cell counting and mineral induction by BMP2 was studied.

Graphene radio frequency receiver integrated circuit.

Graphene has attracted much interest as a future channel material in radio frequency electronics because of its superior electrical properties. Fabrication of a graphene integrated circuit without significantly degrading transistor performance has proven to be challenging, posing one of the major bottlenecks to compete with existing technologies. Here we present a fabrication method fully preserving graphene transistor quality, demonstrated with the implementation of a high-performance three-stage graphene integrated circuit.

MMP20 and KLK4 activation and inactivation interactions in vitro.

Objective: Enamelysin (MMP20) and kallikrein 4 (KLK4) are believed to be necessary to clear proteins from the enamel matrix of developing teeth. MMP20 is expressed by secretory stage ameloblasts, while KLK4 is expressed from the transition stage throughout the maturation stage. The aim of this study is to investigate the activation of KLK4 by MMP20 and the inactivation of MMP20 by KLK4.

High-performance air-stable n-type carbon nanotube transistors with erbium contacts.

So far, realization of reproducible n-type carbon nanotube (CNT) transistors suitable for integrated digital applications has been a difficult task. In this work, hundreds of n-type CNT transistors from three different low work function metals-erbium, lanthanum, and yttrium-are studied and benchmarked against p-type devices with palladium contacts. The crucial role of metal type and deposition conditions is elucidated with respect to overall yield and performance of the n-type devices.

Efficient and bright organic light-emitting diodes on single-layer graphene electrodes.

Organic light-emitting diodes are emerging as leading technologies for both high quality display and lighting. However, the transparent conductive electrode used in the current organic light-emitting diode technologies increases the overall cost and has limited bendability for future flexible applications. Here we use single-layer graphene as an alternative flexible transparent conductor, yielding white organic light-emitting diodes with brightness and efficiency sufficient for general lighting.

Retinoic acid receptor γ-dependent signaling cooperates with BMP2 to induce osteoblastic differentiation of C2C12 cells.

All-trans retinoic acid and bone morphogenetic protein 2 (BMP2) synergistically induced an alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, one of the osteoblastic differentiation markers, and promoted the extracellular matrix calcification in a myoblastic C2C12 cell culture system. The induced ALP mRNA was not suppressed in the presence of a protein synthesis inhibitor, suggesting that the de novo protein synthesis does not influence this induction. There are three isotypes for the retinoic acid receptor (RARα, RARβ, RARγ).

Cytodifferentiation activity of synthetic human enamel sheath protein peptides.

Background And Objective: Enamel sheath protein (ESP) is involved in the construction of the enamel sheath during tooth development. The 17 kDa ESP is a one-step cleavage product processed by proteolysis from the N-terminal side of sheathlin (ameloblastin/amelin), one of the porcine enamel matrix proteins. Enamel sheath protein exhibits periodontal ligament and cementum regeneration activity in a buccal dehiscence model in dogs, and promotes the cytodifferentiation of cultured human periodontal ligament (HPDL) cells.

Carbon analogs of antifungal dioxane-triazole derivatives: synthesis and in vitro activities.

A new series of triazole compounds possessing a carbon atom in place of a sulfur atom were efficiently synthesized and their in vitro antifungal activities were investigated. The carbon analogs showed excellent in vitro activity against Candida, Cryptococcus, and Aspergillus species. The MICs of compound 1c against C.

Simvastatin suppresses the differentiation of C2C12 myoblast cells via a Rac pathway.

Statins, which are known as cholesterol-lowering drugs, have several additional effects including the enhancement of bone formation and the stimulation of smooth muscle cell proliferation. In this study, we investigated the signal pathway of simvastatin operating in C2C12 myoblast cells. Myotube formation of C2C12 cells was efficiently blocked by 1 muM simvastatin, and mevalonic acid was able to cancel this effect.

Long-term effects of local pretreatment with alendronate on healing of replanted rat teeth.

Background And Objective: Our previous study showed that topical alendronate, an inhibitor of bone resorption, reduces root resorption and ankylosis for 21 d after replantation of rat teeth. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the long-term inhibitory effects of topical alendronate in the replanted teeth.

Material And Methods: The rat maxillary first molars were extracted, placed in saline containing 1 mm alendronate (alendronate group) or saline (saline group) for 5 min and then replanted.

Degradation of noncollagenous components by neutrophil elastase reduces the mechanical strength of rat periodontal ligament.

Background And Objective: We have previously shown that increases in neutrophil elastase in periodontal ligament with chronic periodontitis results in degradation of the noncollagenous components. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether the destruction of noncollagenous components by treatment with elastase in vitro causes changes in the mechanical properties of the periodontal ligament.

Material And Methods: The transverse sections of mandibular first molars, prepared from male Wistar rats at 6 wk of age, were digested with 0-50 microg/mL of neutrophil elastase at 37 degrees C for 4 h.

Neutrophil elastase is involved in the initial destruction of human periodontal ligament.

Background And Objective: It has been reported that noncollagenous proteins may provide mechanical strength to the periodontal ligament. Several proteolytic activities, including that of neutrophil elastase, are reported to increase significantly in periodontal disease. The aim of this study was to investigate the function of neutrophil elastase in the initial destruction of periodontal ligament at early stages of periodontal disease.

Porcine enamel protein fractions contain transforming growth factor-beta1.

Background: Enamel extracts are biologically active and capable of inducing osteogenesis and cementogenesis, but the specific molecules carrying these activities have not been ascertained. The purpose of this study was to identify osteogenic factors in porcine enamel extracts.

Methods: Enamel proteins were separated by size-exclusion chromatography into four fractions, which were tested for their osteogenic activity on osteoblast-like cells (ST2) and human periodontal ligament (HPDL) cells.

Twist negatively regulates osteoblastic differentiation in human periodontal ligament cells.

Periodontal ligament (PDL) is a thin fibrous connective tissue located between two mineralized tissues, alveolar bone and cementum, which maintains a constant width physiologically. The mechanisms by which PDL resists mineralization are not well understood. Twist is a basic helix loop helix protein that plays a central role in regulation of early osteogenesis.