Browsing by Author "Giordo, Roberta"
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Activation of the pro-oxidant PKC?IIp66Shc Signaling pathway contributes to pericyte dysfunction in skeletal muscles of patients with diabetes with critical limb Ischemia
( American Diabetes Association Inc. , 2016 , Article)Critical limb ischemia (CLI), foot ulcers, former amputation, and impaired regeneration are independent risk factors for limb amputation in subjects with diabetes. The present work investigates whether and by which mechanism ... -
Activation of the Pro-Oxidant PKCβII-p66Shc Signaling Pathway Contributes to Pericyte Dysfunction in Skeletal Muscles of Diabetic Patients with Critical Limb Ischemia
( American Diabetes Association , 2016 , Article)Critical limb ischemia (CLI), foot ulcers, former amputation and impaired regeneration are independent risk factors for limb amputation in diabetic subjects. The present work investigates whether and by which mechanism ... -
An updated overview of cyanidins for chemoprevention and cancer therapy
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Anthocyanins are colored polyphenolic compounds that belong to the flavonoids family and are largely present in many vegetables and fruits. They have been used in traditional medicine in many cultures for a long time. The ... -
Antioxidant Activity Mediates Pirfenidone Antifibrotic Effects in Human Pulmonary Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells Exposed to Sera of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Patients.
( Hindawi Publishing Corporation , 2018 , Article)Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic lung disease characterized by an exacerbated fibrotic response. Although molecular and cellular determinants involved in the onset and progression of this devastating disease ... -
Citrus limon var. pompia Camarda var. nova: A Comprehensive Review of Its Botanical Characteristics, Traditional Uses, Phytochemical Profile, and Potential Health Benefits
( MDPI , 2024 , Article Review)Citrus limon var. pompia Camarda var. nova, commonly known as pompia, is a distinctive citrus ecotype native to Sardinia, notable for its unique botanical, phytochemical, and potential health benefits. It holds cultural ... -
Cytoprotective, antioxidant, and anti-migratory activity of Pistacia lentiscus L. supercritical carbon dioxide extract on primary human endothelial cells
( Taylor & Francis , 2022 , Article)Green chemistry is a useful tool for producing valuable chemicals from biomass. However, extracted compounds need to be tested for safety and efficacy before their use in humans. Here we investigate the chemical composition ... -
Disease-Associated Regulation of Non-Coding RNAs by Resveratrol: Molecular Insights and Therapeutic Applications
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2022 , Article Review)There have been significant advances, particularly over the last 20 years, in the identification of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) and their pathophysiological role in a wide range of disease states, particularly cancer and other ... -
Effect of Resveratrol on Pregnancy, Prenatal Complications and Pregnancy-Associated Structure Alterations.
( MDPI , 2023 , Article Review)Adverse pregnancy outcomes are considered significant health risks for pregnant women and their offspring during pregnancy and throughout their lifespan. These outcomes lead to a perturbated in-utero environment that impacts ... -
Emerging cellular and molecular determinants of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
( Springer , 2020 , Article Review)Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), the most common form of idiopathic interstitial pneumonia, is a progressive, irreversible, and typically lethal disease characterized by an abnormal fibrotic response involving vast ... -
EndMT regulation by small RNAs in diabetes-associated fibrotic conditions: potential link with oxidative stress
( Frontiers Media , 2021 , Article)Diabetes-associated complications, such as retinopathy, nephropathy, cardiomyopathy, and atherosclerosis, the main consequences of long-term hyperglycemia, often lead to organ dysfunction, disability, and increased mortality. ... -
Enhanced vasorin signaling mitigates adverse cardiovascular remodeling
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article Review)Arterial stiffening is a critical risk factor contributing to the exponential rise in age-associated cardiovascular disease incidence. This process involves age-induced arterial proinflammation, collagen deposition, and ... -
Exploring endothelial dysfunction in major rheumatic diseases: current trends and future directions
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article Review)The relationship between rheumatic diseases (RDs) and endothelial dysfunction (ED) is intricate and multifaceted, with chronic inflammation and immune system dysregulation playing key roles. RDs, including Osteoarthritis ... -
Exploring the medicinal potential of Citrus limon var. pompia camarda var. nova: From phytochemicals to therapeutic applications
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article Review)Citrus limon var. pompia Camarda var. nova, (CLP) an endemic citrus fruit from Sardinia, is emerging as a significant source of bioactive compounds with extensive health benefits. This comprehensive review examines the ... -
Exploring the role of exosomes in the pathogenesis and treatment of cardiomyopathies: A comprehensive literature review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Exosomes, a subset of small extracellular vesicles that play a crucial role in intercellular communication, have garnered significant attention for their potential applications in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiomyopathies. ... -
Flavin Oxidase-Induced ROS Generation Modulates PKC Biphasic Effect of Resveratrol on Endothelial Cell Survival.
( MDPI , 2019 , Article)Dietary intake of natural antioxidants is thought to impart protection against oxidative-associated cardiovascular diseases. Despite many in vivo studies and clinical trials, this issue has not been conclusively resolved. ... -
Implications and theragnostic potentials of circular RNAs in rheumatic diseases
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Circular RNAs (circRNAs), a class of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), are highly stable and ubiquitous molecules that exhibit tissue-specific expression. Accumulating evidence has shown that aberrant expression of circRNAs can ... -
Molecular insights and emerging therapeutic perspectives of the lncRNA GAS5/miR-21 axis in cancer, fibrosis, cardiovascular, and immune disorders
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) have redefined the complexity of gene regulation, with the long non-coding (lncRNA) GAS5/miR-21 axis emerging as a critical determinant of cell fate across diverse pathological contexts. This review ... -
NADPH-derived ROS generation drives fibrosis and endothelial-to-mesenchymal transition in systemic sclerosis: Potential cross talk with circulating miRNAs
( Walter de Gruyter , 2022 , Article)Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is an immune disorder characterized by diffuse fibrosis and vascular abnormalities of the affected organs. Although the etiopathology of this disease is largely unknown, endothelial damage and ... -
Natural Antioxidants as Regulators of Circular RNA Expression and Function
( Wiley , 2025 , Article)Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are a class of noncoding RNAs characterized by covalently closed loop structures that confer high stability and diverse regulatory functions. Emerging evidence suggests that circRNAs modulate gene ... -
Non-coding RNAs as biomarkers of myocardial infarction
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) encompass a family of ubiquitous RNA molecules that lack protein-coding potential and have tissue-specific expression. A significant body of evidence indicates that ncRNA's aberrant expression plays ...
