Kaempferol: Unveiling its anti-inflammatory properties for therapeutic innovation.

Inflammation, driven by various stimuli such as pathogens, cellular damage, or vascular injury, plays a central role in numerous acute and chronic conditions. Current treatments are being re-evaluated, prompting interest in naturally occurring compounds like kaempferol, a flavonoid prevalent in fruits and vegetables, for their anti-inflammatory properties. This study explores the therapeutic potential of kaempferol, focusing on its ability to modulate pro-inflammatory cytokines and its broader effects on inflammatory signaling pathways.

A state-of-the-art review of the recent advances in drug delivery systems for different therapeutic agents in periodontitis.

Periodontitis (PD) is a chronic gum illness that may be hard to cure for a number of reasons, including the fact that no one knows what causes it, the side effects of anti-microbial treatment, and how various kinds of bacteria interact with one another. As a result, novel therapeutic approaches for PD treatment must be developed. Additionally, supplementary antibacterial regimens, including local and systemic medication administration of chemical agents, are necessary for deep pockets to assist with mechanical debridement of tooth surfaces.

Adsorption of sulfur mustard on the transition metals (TM = Ti, Cr, Fe Co, Ni, Cu, Zn) porphyrins induced in carbon nanocone (TM-PCNC): Insight from DFT calculation.

The density functional theory (DFT) method is applied to investigate the ability of transition metals porphyrins induced in carbon nanocone (TM-PCNC, TM = Ti, Cr, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, and Zn) for identifying and eliminating undesirable SM molecules from the surrounding. The sulfur mustard is effectively adsorbed onto the surface of nanocones through a chemical process. Based on the DFT calculations, the Ti-PCNC displays an appropriate percentage change in energy gap (%ΔE = 11.

Investigating miR-9 and miR-222 in CSF and Plasma of Neuroblastoma Patients as Metastatic and Apoptotic-Related Markers.

Neuroblastoma is a cancer that occurs due to abnormal development of the sympathetic nervous system. The dysregulation of miR-9 and miR-222 plays a crucial role in neuroblastoma development. These microRNAs have a significant relationship with PTEN, caspase-9, and MMP14, which can potentially form the basis for the specific diagnosis and treatment of this disease.

Recent advances in polysaccharide-based drug delivery systems for cancer therapy: a comprehensive review.

Cancer has a high rate of incidence and mortality throughout the world. Although several conventional approaches have been developed for the treatment of cancer, such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and thermal therapy, they have remarkable disadvantages which result in inefficient treatment of cancer. For example, immunogenicity, prolonged treatment, non-specificity, metastasis and high cost of treatment, are considered as the major drawbacks of chemotherapy.

Bile's Hidden Weapon: Modulating the Microbiome and Tumor Microenvironment.

The human gut microbiome is a dynamic and intricate ecosystem, composed of trillions of microorganisms that play a pivotal role in maintaining overall health and well-being. However, the gut microbiome is constantly exposed to various environmental factors, including the bile produced by the liver, which can significantly impact its composition and function. Bile acids, secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, modulate the gut microbiome, influencing its composition and function.

Exosomal microRNAs in cancer metastasis: A bridge between tumor micro and macroenvironment.

Malignant tumors are complicated structures of cancer cells that are constantly in communication with their local and distant environment. Exosomes are released by tumor cells and can facilitate the cell-cell interaction within the local microenvironment and the primary tumor. In fact, exosomes are secreted by both tumor and non-tumor cells, to provide a mutual communication network between cells and their micro- and/or macro-environments.

Antimicrobial Resistance of Environmental V. cholerae Non-O1/O139 Isolates: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Background: The understanding of the antibiotic resistance status of environmental nonO1/nonO139 V. cholerae [NOVC] in relation to other illnesses, which can vary in severity from mild to life-threatening, is limited. However, it is important to note that NOVC-related infections are increasing and serve as a significant illustration of emerging human diseases associated with climate change.

The potential use of bacteriophages as antibacterial agents in dental infection.

Dental infections, such as apical Periodontitis, periodontitis, and peri-implantitis (PI), are closely associated with specific bacterial species, including Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis), and Fusobacterium nucleatum (F.

The p53/miRNA Axis in Breast Cancer.

One of the main health issues in the modern world is cancer, with breast cancer (BC) as one of the most common types of malignancies. Different environmental and genetic risk factors are involved in the development of BC. One of the primary genes implicated in cancer development is the p53 gene, which is also known as the "gatekeeper" gene.

The role of kinesin superfamily proteins in hepatocellular carcinoma.

The most prevalent form of primary liver cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) poses a significant global health challenge due to its limited therapeutic options. Researchers are currently focused on the complex molecular landscape that governs the initiation and progression of HCC in order to identify new avenues for diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. In the context of HCC, the Kinesin Superfamily Proteins (KIFs) have become critical regulators of cellular processes, prompting a growing interest in their function among the diverse array of molecular actors implicated in cancer.

Role of circRNAs in regulating cell death in cancer: a comprehensive review.

Despite multiple diagnostic and therapeutic advances, including surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, cancer preserved its spot as a global health concern. Prompt cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis depend on the discovery of new biomarkers and therapeutic strategies. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are considered as a stable, conserved, abundant, and varied group of RNA molecules that perform multiple roles such as gene regulation.

Cholesterol to saturated fat index (CSI), metabolic parameters and inflammatory factors among obese individuals.

Background: The role of dietary fat quality in promotion of cardiovascular diseases is studies before. However, the results are inconsistent. Recently, cholesterol to saturated fatty acid index (CSI) is suggested as a novel indicator of the atherogenicity and thrombogenicity potential of a diet.

Association of polyomavirus infection with lung cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: The objective of this study was to investigate the pooled prevalence and possible association between polyomavirus infection and lung cancer.

Methods: A systematic publication search was conducted by identifying relevant cross-sectional and case-control studies from major online databases. Heterogeneity, OR, and corresponding 95 % CI were applied to all studies through meta-analysis and forest plot.

MicroRNAs Modulating Neuroinflammation in Parkinson's disease.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is one of the most frequent age-associated neurodegenerative disorder. Presence of α-synuclein-containing aggregates in the substantia nigra pars compacta (SNpc) and loss of dopaminergic (DA) neurons are among the characteristic of PD. One of the hallmarks of PD pathophysiology is chronic neuroinflammation.

Dehydroepiandrosterone supplementation improves diminished ovarian reserve clinical and in silico studies.

The therapeutic role of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) supplementation among infertile women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) is still unclear. Objective evaluation of different ovarian reserve tests (ORTs) such as serum anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), serum follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), and antral follicle count (AFC) in women with diminished ovarian reserve is required. This is a cross-sectional study performed in Mosul city, Iraq, with 122 infertile women who had been diagnosed with DOR.

Applications of mesenchymal stem cell-exosome components in wound infection healing: new insights.

The healing process at a wound is made up of many types of cells, growth factors, the extracellular matrix, nerves and blood vessels all interacting with each other in complex and changing ways. Microbial colonization and proliferation are possible at the place of injury, which makes infection more likely. Because of this, any cut has a chance of getting an infection.

Circular RNA as a Biomarker for Diagnosis, Prognosis and Therapeutic Target in Acute and Chronic Lymphoid Leukemia.

Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are single-stranded RNAs that have received much attention in recent years. CircRNAs lack a 5' head and a 3' poly-A tail. The structure of this type of RNAs make them resistant to digestion by exonucleases.

Small molecule and big function: MicroRNA-mediated apoptosis in rheumatoid arthritis.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common autoimmune condition and chronic inflammatory disease, mostly affecting synovial joints. The complex pathogenesis of RA is supportive of high morbidity, disability, and mortality rates. Pathological changes a common characteristic in RA synovial tissue is attributed to the inadequacy of apoptotic pathways.

Epithelial-mesenchymal transition in chemoradiation-induced lung damage: Mechanisms and potential treatment approaches.

Pulmonary injury is one of the key restricting factors for the therapy of malignancies with chemotherapy or following radiotherapy for chest cancers. The lung is a sensitive organ to some severely toxic antitumor drugs, consisting of bleomycin and alkylating agents. Furthermore, treatment with radiotherapy may drive acute and late adverse impacts on the lung.