Antibiotics-encapsulated nanoparticles as an antimicrobial agent in the treatment of wound infection.

Disruption in the wound-healing process is caused by the presence of bacteria and leads to major problems and delays in wound healing. The limitations of commonly used medicines for treating wound infections include drug toxicity, insufficient microbial coverage, poor penetration, and increased resistance. This study aimed to determine the effect of ciprofloxacin loaded in solid lipid nanoparticles (Cip-SLN) on and ampiciliin-vancomycin loaded in solid lipid nanoparticles (Amp-Van-SLN) on in wounds.

Effect of Different Concentrations of PRP on the Expression of Factors Involved in the Endometrial Receptivity in the Human Endometrial Cells from RIF Patients Compared to the Controls.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been suggested for the improvement of endometrial growth and receptivity in the patients with recurrent implantation failure (RIF). The aim of present study was to investigate the impact of different concentration of PRP on the expression of genes involved in the endometrial receptivity in the human endometrial cells from RIF and controls with thin and normal endometrium in vitro. In this cross-sectional study, endometrial biopsies were obtained from 14 healthy fertile women and 14 women with RIF.

Effects of thiacloprid, a neonicotinoid pesticide, on rat reproductive system: Pregnancy hormone disruption and abortion trends.

Thiacloprid (TCL), commonly known as Biscaya, is among the most widely used pesticides in agriculture, designed to eliminate insects by targeting their nicotinic receptors. This study explores the effects of orally administering TCL (at a dose of 50 mg/kg) on the hormone secretion crucial for pregnancy and the factors influencing abortion throughout the early, middle, and late stages of pregnancy in female rats. Following TCL exposure, there were significant increases in levels of 17β-Estradiol, prostaglandins F and E, and serum oxytocin hormone in different stages of pregnancy.

Effect of mesenchymal stem cells and polyvinyl alcohol-coated selenium nanoparticles on rats with Alzheimer-like phenotypes.

Objectives: Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) transplantation represents a promising approach for treating Alzheimer's disease (AD). These stem cells, however, have a short lifespan following transplantation into recipient animals. Selenium nanoparticles, due to their size, aid in drug delivery for brain disorders.

Antibacterial and antibiofilm potentials of vancomycin-loaded niosomal drug delivery system against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections.

The threat of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is increasing worldwide, making it significantly necessary to discover a novel way of dealing with related infections. The quick spread of MRSA isolates among infected individuals has heightened public health concerns and significantly limited treatment options. Vancomycin (VAN) can be applied to treat severe MRSA infections, and the indiscriminate administration of this antimicrobial agent has caused several concerns in medical settings.

Vitamin D Protects Against Cardiac Hypertrophy Through the Regulation of Mitochondrial Function in Aging Rats.

Cardiac aging is defined as mitochondrial dysfunction of the heart. Vitamin D (VitD) is an effective agent in ameliorating cardiovascular disorders. In this study, we indicated the protective effects of VitD against cardiac aging.

Effect of vitamin D on cardiac hypertrophy in D-galactose-induced aging model through cardiac mitophagy.

Background: Cardiac apoptosis plays a key role in increased morbidity associated with aging-induced-cardiac disorder. Mitochondria play an important role in cardiac apoptosis, and dynamin-related protein 1 (Drp1), as a main mediator of mitochondrial fission, can trigger the mitophagy process to sustain the mitochondrial quality. The present study was done to determine the effect of vitamin D (VitD) treatment on cardiac hypertrophy through mitophagy regulation in aged animals induced by D-galactose (D-GAL).

The effects of AdipoRon on cytochrome P450-related gene expression, acute steroidogenic regulatory protein, and structure of ovary in polycystic ovary syndrome model.

Purpose: One of the most common causes of infertility in adult women is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which has been identified with symptoms such as chronic hyperandrogenism, anovulation, and polycystic ovaries. Adiponectin modulates steroidogenesis and the expression of ovulation-related genes. Herein, we assessed the effect of AdipoRon (adiponectin agonist) in the PCOS model mice.

Dimedone nanoparticle as a promising approach against toxoplasmosis: In vitro and in vivo evaluation.

Toxoplasma gondii, an intracellular parasite, has shown drug resistance and therapeutic failure in recent years. Dimedone (DIM) has been introduced as a new chemical compound with anti-bacterial and anti-cancer properties. The aim of this study was to investigate the potential protective role of DIM nanoparticles in an animal model of toxoplasmosis.

An Oxidative Stress Study on Curcumin and NanoCurcumin against Aluminum Phosphide-induced Kidney Injury in Rats: The Role of SIRT1/FOXO3 Signaling Pathway in Nephrotoxicity.

Introduction: In this study, we have investigated the aluminium phosphide (ALP) toxicity on Renal Function and oxidative stress in kidney tissue of male rats and the possible protective role of Curcumin and nanoCurcumin against ALP-induced nephrotoxicity.

Methods: Thirty-six adult male rats were divided into 6 groups (n=6). ALP (2 mg/kg oral administration) and control groups received Curcumin and nanoCurcumin (oral administration 100 mg/kg) or without it.

Toxoplasma gondii attenuates the ethidium bromide induced demyelination lesions in multiple sclerosis model rats.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune neurodegenerative disease. Since the modulation of the immune system by parasites has been proven, and there have been reports of a reduction in the clinical symptoms of MS in people with toxoplasmosis, this study aimed to investigate the effect of toxoplasmosis on MS in an animal model. MS model was induced by the ethidium bromide injection in the areas specified in the Rat's brain in the stereotaxic device and Toxoplasma gondii RH strain injection of the rat's peritoneal for creation of toxoplasmosis.

The bFGF Can Improve Angiogenesis in Oral Mucosa and Accelerate Wound Healing.

Background: The role of the basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) has well known in the angiogenesis and ulcer healing. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the effects of bFGF on tissue repair in a rat oral mucosal wound.

Methods: Musosal wound induced on the lip mucosa of rats and bFGF was injected along the edge of the mucosal defect immediately after surgery.

How can nanomicelle-curcumin modulate aluminum phosphide-induced neurotoxicity?: Role of SIRT1/FOXO3 signaling pathway.

Aluminum phosphide (ALP) is among the most significant causes of brain toxicity and death in many countries. Curcumin (CUR), a major turmeric component, is a potent protective agent against many diseases, including brain toxicity. This study aimed to examine the probable protection potential of nanomicelle curcumin (nanomicelle-CUR) and its underlying mechanism in a rat model of ALP-induced brain toxicity.

The Effects of Resveratrol on Silica-Induced Lung Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Rat.

Background: Chronic exposure to silica is related with the provocation of an inflammatory response and oxidative stress mechanism. Vitamin D has multiple benefits in biological activities particularly respiratory system disease.

Method: In this research, 20 male Wistar rats were randomly allocated into four groups (5 rats /group) as follow: Group1 received saline as (negative control) group.

Antimicrobial and cytotoxic properties of calcium-enriched mixture cement, Iranian propolis, and propolis with herbal extracts in primary dental pulp stem cells.

Objectives: In this study, natural substances were introduced as primary dental pulp caps for use in pulp therapy, and the antimicrobial and cytotoxic properties of these substances were investigated.

Materials And Methods: In this study, the antimicrobial properties of calcium-enriched mixture (CEM) cement, propolis, and propolis individually combined with the extracts of several medicinal plants were investigated against , , , and . Then, the cytotoxicity of each substance or mixture against pulp stem cells extracted from 30 primary healthy teeth was evaluated at 4 concentrations.

Preparation of polyvinyl alcohol hydrogel containing chlorogenic acid microspheres and its evaluation for use in skin wound healing.

Chlorogenic acid (CGA) is a phenolic compound widely found in plants. Several studies have shown that CGA possesses antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. Because of their three-dimensional structure, good permeability, excellent biocompatibility and moisturizing properties, hydrogels are ideal candidates for wound dressing.

Is nanoparaquat safer than bulk paraquat? An in vitro and in vivo evaluation.

Paraquat (PQ) is an herbicide which has brought some health problems through the production of reactive oxygen species. The increasing interest in the novel formulation of agrochemicals has been aiming to provide safety for non-target organisms. Chitosan is a well-known non-toxic polymer, commonly used in preparing particles via ionotropic gelation.

Evaluation of the Cytotoxicity of Two Types of Triple Antibiotic Paste on Human Permanent Dental Apical Papilla Stem Cells: an in vitro Study.

Statement Of The Problem: The use of a new antimicrobial combination in the regenerative endodontic treatment of immature teeth pulp necrosis is a well-known method. Concerns have been raised about the destructive effect of this combination on the stem cells from the apical papilla of permanent human teeth, and there is a study gap.

Purpose: The main objective of the present study was to investigate the cytotoxic effect of modified triple antibiotic paste (mTAP) on stem cells from the apical papilla (SCAPs) of permanent human teeth.

The effects of polyvinyl alcohol-coated selenium nanoparticles on memory impairment in rats.

Some mineral elements exert beneficial neuroprotection, especially in the form of nanoparticles. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)-coated SeNPs (PVA-SeNPs) on Alzheimer's disease (AD) in a rat model of AD. Twenty-eight rats were randomly divided into four groups of seven rats: control, Alz, Alz + Se, and Alz + Se-PV groups.

Hydroalcoholic Extract of Attenuates Hypertrophic Scar, Suppresses Collagen Synthesis, and Stimulates MMP2 and 9 Gene Expression in Rabbit Ear Model.

Objectives: Hypertrophic scars (HSs) are caused by abnormal wound healing. To date, no standard treatment has been made available for HSs. has been reported to accelerate wound healing and has the potential to prevent HS formation.

Neuroprotective effects of crocin and crocin-loaded niosomes against the paraquat-induced oxidative brain damage in rats.

Paraquat (PQ) is a nonselective herbicide that induces oxidative reactions and multiple-organ failure on exposure. Crocin, a carotenoid obtained from saffron, has demonstrated many therapeutic effects against neural conditions because of its antioxidant properties. In this study, 30 male Wistar rats were divided into 6 groups to evaluate the protective effects of crocin and crocin-loaded niosomes (NC) against PQ in the brain.

Nanocurcumin Improves Lipid Status, Oxidative Stress, and Function of the Liver in Aluminium Phosphide-Induced Toxicity: Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms.

Background: The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of nanocurcumin and curcumin on liver transaminases, lipid profile, oxidant and antioxidant system, and pathophysiological changes in aluminium phosphide (ALP) induced hepatoxicity. . In this experimental study, thirty-six male Wistar rats were randomly divided into six groups curcumin (Cur), nanocurcumin (Nanocur), ALP, ALP+Cur, and ALP+Nanocur.

Neuroprotective effects of coenzyme Q10-loaded exosomes obtained from adipose-derived stem cells in a rat model of Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a degenerative disease that causes memory and learning impairments as well as dementia. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative stress supplement that can improve inflammation and oxidative stress associated with AD. This study investigated the effects of drug delivery of COQ10 by exosomes derived from adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs-Exo) on cognition, memory, and neuronal proliferation in a rat model of Streptozotocin (STZ)-induced AD.