3,006 results match your criteria: "Anhui University of Chinese Medicine[Affiliation]"

Mediated Targeting // to Accelerate Thyroid Stimulating Hormone-Induced Hepatic Steatosis.

Hepat Med

November 2024

Department of Endocrinology, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Shandong University; Key Laboratory of Endocrine Glucose & Lipids Metabolism and Brain Aging, Ministry of Education, Jinan, Shandong, 250021, People's Republic of China.

Purpose: Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) has been identified as an independent risk factor for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), TSH binds to the TSH receptor (TSHR) to exert its function. However, the underlying mechanisms by which TSHR influences NAFLD development remain unclear. This study investigates the role of in NAFLD progression.

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Dual-channel fluorescent probe for detecting SO and Hg, and dynamic imaging SO under Cd in alfalfa (Medicago sativa).

Anal Chim Acta

December 2024

Key Laboratory of Xin'an Medicine, Ministry of Education, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, 230012, China; Anhui Biochem Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Taihe, 236699, China. Electronic address:

Background: As an antioxidant, SO plays a critical role in maintaining the plant's redox balance. At the same time, Hg as heavy metals, will accumulate in plants through soil, often disrupting physiological processes in plants. However, few studies have been reported to examine changes in Hg and SO in plants.

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Ethnopharmacological Significance: The therapeutic efficacy of Ershen Zhenwu Decoction (ESZWD)-a famous formulation from Xin'an for patients with chronic heart failure heart-kidney Yang deficiency (CHF-HKYD)-is well established. Still, the underlying molecular mechanism is not clear.

Aim Of The Study: This study investigated mechanisms by which ESZWD suppresses cardiac pathology, including myocardial fibrosis, in CHF-HKYD model rats and Ang II-stimulated cardiac fibroblasts (CFs).

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Depression decreases immunity and PD-L1 inhibitor efficacy via the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis in triple-negative breast cancer.

Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis

February 2025

Shenzhen Clinical Medical School of Southern Medical University, China; Department of Oncology, Shenzhen Hospital of Southern Medical University, Shenzhen 518000, Guangdong, China. Electronic address:

Background: Depression weakens antitumor immunity, yet the underlying mechanisms linking depression and tumor growth remain unclear. This study examines the influence of depression on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, immunological function, and effectiveness of immunotherapy in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) patients.

Methods: A mouse model of comorbid TNBC and depression was established via chronic restraint stress (CRS) and 4T1 tumor transplantation.

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Mume fructus alters the abundance of intestinal microbiota and alleviates damaged intestinal barrier and inflammation in rats with DSS induced colitis.

Mol Immunol

December 2024

School of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei 230012, China; Anhui Key Laboratory of New Manufacturing Technology of Chinese Medicine Pieces, Hefei 230012, China. Electronic address:

The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in the development of colitis by influencing the immune response and inflammation in the colon. Previous research has shown that Mume Fructus, a traditional Chinese medicine, can alleviate colitis by reducing the activity of inflammatory pathways. However, the specific connection between Mume Fructus-treated colitis and regulation of gut flora remains unclear, prompting further investigation.

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Qibai Pingfei Capsule ameliorated inflammation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) via HIF-1 α/glycolysis pathway mediated of BMAL1.

Int Immunopharmacol

January 2025

College of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei 230012, China; Research Center of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu 241002, China. Electronic address:

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized for the persistent inflammation. The brain and muscle arnt-like 1 (BMAL1), as a crucial clock gene, is associated with the expression level of upstream factor hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF)-1α in glycolysis, which may affect the occurrence of inflammatory reactions in COPD. However, the moderation effect of Qibai Pingfei Capsule (QBPF) capsule is still unknown on BMAL1 and HIF-1α/glycolytic pathway.

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Objective: To determine the effect of electroacupuncture (EA) on β-adrenergic receptor (β-AR) and post-receptor protein kinase A (PKA) signaling pathway after acute myocardial ischemia (MI).

Methods: An MI model was established by ligating the left anterior descending coronary artery of wild-type (WT) C57/BL and β-AR mice (heterozygous for β-AR gene deletion). EA treatment was administered at HT5-HT7 or LU9-LU8.

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Background: Surgery is the preferred option for lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) when conservative methods cannot meet the needs. Recent advancements in surgical techniques have brought various new methods for treating LSS.

Methods: Four databases, PubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, and Web of Science, were searched, covering the period from the establishment of the databases until May 2024.

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Quality differences in sea buckthorn (Hippophaë rhamnoides L.) berries of major varieties in China based on key components and antioxidant activity.

Food Chem

February 2025

Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100193, China; State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Beijing 100193, China; Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Resources Utilization of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100193, China. Electronic address:

Sea buckthorn is rich in active ingredients, widespread, and has both medicinal and nutritional value. The present comparative study of wild and cultivated species remains insufficient, which is not conducive to their quality control. Therefore, this study aimed to compare the differences of 21 sea buckthorn samples in total phenolic content (TPC), total flavonoid content (TFC), phenolic components content, secondary metabolites, and antioxidant capacity and the fatty acid, to investigate the quality differences of different varieties.

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The new anti-angiogenesis perspective of rheumatoid arthritis with geniposide: Reducing the extracellular release of HSP70 in HUVECs.

Int Immunopharmacol

January 2025

College of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Qian Jiang Road 1, Hefei 230012, China; Key Laboratory of Xin'an Medicine, Ministry of Education, Hefei 230012, China. Electronic address:

Background: Angiogenesis is essential for pannus formation and maintenance in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Heat shock protein 70 kDa (HSP70) can induce angiogenesis by being released extracellularly through exosomes. Geniposide (GE) is the primary pharmacological component of the fruit of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis (GJ).

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ABATRACTTwo new compounds, namely, isorhamnenin-3--neohesperidin-6''-linoleic acid ester () and isorhamnenin-3--neohesperidin-6''-palmitate (), along with 17 known compounds, were isolated from Pollen Typhae Carbonisatus (PTC). Their structures were elucidated on the basis of one-dimensional (1D)-, two-dimensional (2D)-nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and high-resolution electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (HRESIMS) spectroscopic data analyses. The two new compounds ( and ) exhibited a protective effect in a dose-dependent manner and promoted tube generation in the oxygen-glucose deprivation/reoxygenation (OGD/R)-induced human brain microvascular endothelial cells (HBMECs).

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Article Synopsis
  • - The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant rise in cases of acute pharyngitis (AP), and the study focuses on the medicinal properties of Tinosporae Radix (TR) in treating this condition.
  • - Researchers utilized network pharmacology and metabolomics to investigate the molecular mechanisms of TR in relieving AP, confirming their findings through various experimental models.
  • - Key results indicated that TR targets important inflammatory pathways and substances, specifically downregulating inflammatory factors and altering glycerophospholipid metabolism via the PI3K-Akt signaling pathway, demonstrating its potential as an anti-AP treatment.
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Supramolecular cyclodextrin-based reservoir as nasal delivery vehicle for rivastigmine to brain.

Carbohydr Polym

January 2025

Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang 330004, China; Center for Drug Delivery Systems, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 201210, China; Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang 110016, China. Electronic address:

The purpose of this study involved the synthesis of supramolecular reservoir (i.e. cyclodextrin metal-organic framework, MOF) using cyclodextrins as building blocks, followed by cross-linking to obtain crosslinked CD framework (CDF) using CD-MOF as template and functionalized with borneol (BO) to enhance rivastigmine (RIV) permeation and facilitate brain targeting via intranasal administration.

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  • Taohong Siwu Decoction (TSD) is a traditional Chinese medicine used for centuries to treat blood stasis syndrome and may help with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) after incomplete abortion.
  • The study aims to explore how TSD works by inhibiting ACSL4-mediated ferroptosis, a form of cell death related to inflammation and oxidative stress.
  • Results showed TSD significantly reduced bleeding and inflammation, improved mitochondrial function, and altered markers related to ferroptosis, indicating its potential therapeutic effects on AUB.
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Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the potential association between the treatment with Xinfeng Capsule (XFC) and the risk of readmission among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Methods: Through a retrospective approach, data were collected from all hospitalized patients diagnosed with RA at the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine between 2013 and 2021. To mitigate selection bias and confounding factors, patients were stratified into an XFC group and a Non-XFC (Non-XFC) group based on their treatment status using propensity score matching with a 1:2 ratio.

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Background: Chrysanthemi Flos is a traditional Chinese medicine with a long history of medicinal use. Prior research suggests that the intrinsic composition of Chrysanthemi Flos is affected by shade-drying and oven-drying methods. Nevertheless, the effects of these methods on the proteins and metabolites of Chrysanthemi Flos have not been extensively studied.

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  • - Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) biofilm infections are difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance and the senescence of immune cells, which supports biofilm formation.
  • - Researchers have developed Ti₃C₂ MXene-PVA nanosheets loaded with metformin (Met@TiC) that use near-infrared light for photothermal effects, directly killing biofilms and enhancing immune response through the rejuvenation of senescent macrophages.
  • - The effectiveness of the Met@TiC nanoplatform has been validated through lab tests and in a mouse model of MRSA biofilm infection, showing promise as a new treatment strategy for combating these infections.
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Exploration the effective components of Gastrodia elata in improving cerebral ischemia reperfusion injury based on "Spectrum-effect" correlation and zebrafish verification experiment.

Phytomedicine

December 2024

School of pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, 230012, PR China; Center for Xin'an Medicine and Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine of IHM, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei 230012, PR China; Resources Protection and Development Synergetic Innovation Center of Anhui Authentic Chinese Medicine Quality Improvement, Hefei 230012, PR China; Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoction Pieces of New Manufacturing Technology, Bozhou, PR China. Electronic address:

Background: Gastrodia elata (GE) has been widely used in clinical practice for many years with the functions of relieving stroke, suppressing liver Yang, dispelling wind and clearing collaterals. Our group's previous experimental studies have proved that GE has therapeutic effect on cerebral ischemia reperfusion injury (CIRI) (Ding et al., 2022).

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Diabetic cognitive impairment pose a significant threat to public health in our aging society. However, the underlying molecular mechanisms have not been fully elucidated, which warrants further investigation. This study aimed to investigate the effects of electroacupuncture on cognitive impairment and its associated mechanisms.

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  • Chinese medical students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds are at a higher risk for depression, which poses challenges for university mental health workers.
  • The study surveyed 1,280 students, highlighting the connection between hardiness personality, coping styles, and mental health, revealing that positive coping methods can improve mental health, while negative coping can worsen it.
  • Findings suggest that hardiness personality positively influences mental health, and gender plays a moderating role in how coping styles affect mental health, offering insights for supporting vulnerable students.
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Background: The tumor immune microenvironment (TIME) plays a pivotal role in determining ovarian cancer (OC) prognosis. Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are key regulators of immune response and tumor progression in OC. Among these, tumor-infiltrating B cells represent an emerging target in immune response pathways.

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Objectives: To observe the effect of electroacupuncture (EA) on high mobility group box 1 (HMGB1) / toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) signaling pathway and inflammatory injury in rats with focal cerebral ischemia (FCI), so as to explore its mechanisms underlying amelioration of ischemic stroke.

Methods: Male SD rats were randomly divided into sham operation (=18), model (=18) and EA (=18) groups. The FCI model was established according to Longa's method.

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Regulating Lipid Metabolism in Gout: A New Perspective with Therapeutic Potential.

Int J Gen Med

November 2024

Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, Anhui Province, 230031, People's Republic of China.

Gout is a metabolic disease characterized by inflammatory arthritis caused by abnormal uric acid metabolism. It is often complicated with cardio-renal damage and vascular lesions. In recent years, the relationship between lipid metabolism and gout has attracted increasing attention.

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Objectives: To evaluate the effects of CALM intervention on cancer-related fatigue (CRF), quality of life (QOL), and heart rate variability (HRV) in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients.

Methods: A total of 153 NSCLC patients were enrolled in the study. Participants were randomly assigned to the CALM group and usual care (UC) group.

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