Laboratory Animal Research Center (Research)
Recent Submissions
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Cancer cell plasticity: from cellular, molecular, and genetic mechanisms to tumor heterogeneity and drug resistance
( Springer , 2024 , Article Review)Cancer is a complex disease displaying a variety of cell states and phenotypes. This diversity, known as cancer cell plasticity, confers cancer cells the ability to change in response to their environment, leading to ... -
Interleukin 10: Bridging the chasms in the immune landscape of multiple myeloma
( Elsevier , 2024 , Book chapter)Multiple myeloma (MM) is a complex hematologic malignancy characterized by the abnormal proliferation of plasma cells in the bone marrow, leading to significant clinical challenges and a high burden of morbidity and ... -
Nectin-4: A promising prognostic marker and therapeutic target in cancer
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Nectin cell adhesion protein 4 (Nectin-4), a calcium-independent immunoglobulin-like protein, has garnered significant attention in oncology due to its pronounced overexpression in malignant tumors and absence in healthy ... -
The dynamic role of immune checkpoint molecules in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of head and neck cancers
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Head and neck cancer (HNC) is the sixth most common cancer type, accounting for approximately 277,597 deaths worldwide. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) agents ... -
Beyond genetics: Exploring the role of epigenetic alterations in breast cancer
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Breast cancer remains a major global health challenge. Its rising incidence is attributed to factors such as delayed diagnosis, the complexity of its subtypes, and increasing drug resistance, all contributing to less-than-ideal ... -
Chronic inflammation and cancer; the two sides of a coin
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)The correlation between chronic inflammation and cancer was initially identified in the 19th century. Biomolecules like interleukins, chemokines, tumor necrosis factors, growth factors, and adhesion molecules, which regulate ... -
Metabolomics analyses reveal the crucial role of ERK in regulating metabolic pathways associated with the proliferation of human cutaneous T-cell lymphoma cells treated with Glabridin
( John Wiley and Sons , 2024 , Article)Cutaneous T-cell lymphomas (CTC) are a heterogeneous group of T-cell lymphoproliferative malignancies of the skin with limited treatment options, increased resistance and remission. Metabolic reprogramming is vital in ... -
Anticancer Potential and Molecular Targets of Pristimerin in Human Malignancies
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)The growing global burden of malignant tumors with increasing incidence and mortality rates underscores the urgent need for more effective and less toxic therapeutic options. Herbal compounds are being increasingly studied ... -
Fatty acid synthase: A key driver of ovarian cancer metastasis and a promising therapeutic target
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Fatty acid synthase (FASN) is a critical enzyme essential for the production of fats in the body. The abnormal expression of FASN is associated with different types of malignancies, including ovarian cancer. FASN plays a ... -
Bortezomib exerts its anti-cancer activity through the regulation of Skp2/p53 axis in non-melanoma skin cancer cells and C. elegans
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), encompassing basal and squamous cell carcinoma, is the most prevalent cancer in the United States. While surgical removal remains the conventional therapy with a 95% 5-year cure rate, there ... -
Targeting of S-phase kinase associated protein 2 stabilized tumor suppressors leading to apoptotic cell death in squamous skin cancer cells
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)S-phase kinase-associated protein 2 (Skp2) is an F-box protein overexpressed in human cancers and linked with poor prognosis. It triggers cancer pathogenesis, including stemness and drug resistance. In this study, we have ... -
Network-base approaches to identify therapeutic biomarkers in hepatocellular carcinoma and search for drug hunting utilizing molecular dynamics simulations
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)The presence of conditions like Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, hemochromatosis, non-alcoholic fatty liver diseases and metabolic syndrome can elevate the susceptibility to hepatic cellular carcinoma (HCC). Utilizing ... -
Unraveling the Epigenetic Tapestry: Decoding the Impact of Epigenetic Modifications in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Pathogenesis
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic autoinflammatory skin disorder, which typically occurs during puberty or early adulthood. The pathogenesis of HS is complex and multifactorial; a close interaction between hormonal, ... -
Cardiovascular diseases crossroads: cGAS-STING signaling and disease progression
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)It is now widely accepted that inflammation is critical in cardiovascular diseases (CVD). Here, studies are being conducted on how cyclic GMP-AMP synthase (cGAS), a component of innate immunity's DNA-sensing machinery, ... -
Natural Allies for Heart Health: Nrf2 Activation and Cardiovascular Disease Management
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)The term "cardiovascular diseases" (CVD) refers to various ailments that affect the heart and blood vessels, including myocardial ischemia, congenital heart defects, heart failure, rheumatic heart disease, hypertension, ... -
H2AX: A key player in DNA damage response and a promising target for cancer therapy
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Cancer is caused by a complex interaction of factors that interrupt the normal growth and division of cells. At the center of this process is the intricate relationship between DNA damage and the cellular mechanisms ... -
Structural vaccinology, molecular simulation and immune simulation approaches to design multi-epitopes vaccine against John Cunningham virus
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The JCV (John Cunningham Virus) is known to cause progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, a condition that results in the formation of tumors. Symptoms of this condition such as sensory defects, cognitive dysfunction, ... -
Cardiovascular challenges in the era of antiretroviral therapy for AIDS/ HIV: A comprehensive review of research advancements, pathophysiological insights, and future directions
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Cardiovascular disease, particularly coronary heart disease, is becoming more common among those living with HIV. Individuals with HIV face an increased susceptibility to myocardial infarction, also known as a heart attack, ... -
Harnessing artificial intelligence for advancing early diagnosis in hidradenitis suppurativa
( Edizioni Minerva Medica , 2024 , Article)This perspective delves into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance early diagnosis in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Despite significantly impacting Quality of Life, HS presents diagnostic challenges ... -
Molecular screening of phytocompounds targeting the interface between influenza A NS1 and TRIM25 to enhance host immune responses
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundInfluenza A virus causes severe respiratory illnesses, especially in developing nations where most child deaths under 5 occur due to lower respiratory tract infections. The RIG-I protein acts as a sensor for viral ...