Journal of Cellular Physiology
1097-4652
0021-9541
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Cơ quản chủ quản: WILEY , Wiley-Liss Inc.
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Cell BiologyPhysiologyClinical Biochemistry
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The Journal of Cellular Physiology publishes reports of high biological significance in areas of eukaryotic cell biology and physiology, focusing on those articles that adopt a molecular mechanistic approach to investigate cell structure and function. There is appreciation for the application of cellular, biochemical, molecular and in vivo genetic approaches, as well as the power of genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics and systems biology. In particular, the Journal encourages submission of high-interest papers investigating the genetic and epigenetic regulation of proliferation and phenotype as well as cell fate and lineage commitment by growth factors, cytokines and their cognate receptors and signal transduction pathways that influence the expression, integration and activities of these physiological mediators. Similarly, the Journal encourages submission of manuscripts exploring the regulation of growth and differentiation by cell adhesion molecules in addition to the interplay between these processes and those induced by growth factors and cytokines. Studies on the genes and processes that regulate cell cycle progression and phase transition in eukaryotic cells, and the mechanisms that determine whether cells enter quiescence, proliferate or undergo apoptosis are also welcomed. Submission of papers that address contributions of the extracellular matrix to cellular phenotypes and physiological control as well as regulatory mechanisms governing fertilization, embryogenesis, gametogenesis, cell fate, lineage commitment, differentiation, development and dynamic parameters of cell motility are encouraged. Finally, the investigation of stem cells and changes that differentiate cancer cells from normal cells including studies on the properties and functions of oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes will remain as one of the major interests of the Journal.
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Differential expression of cell surface glycoproteins on various organ‐derived microvascular endothelia and endothelial cell cultures Abstract Glycoproteins expressed on the luminal surfaces of microvascular endothelium derived from various murine organs were analyzed and compared with those expressed by cultured vascular endothelial cells. Cell‐surface vascular proteins were radiolabeled in situ via intracardiac perfusion with lactoperoxidase/Na125 l. Autoradiography confirmed that the radiolabel was restricted to the vessel lumen in most tissues. Controls contained 125 l‐labeled serum proteins to identify adsorbed serum components. Glycoproteins were analyzed by western enzymelinked lectin analysis using detergent extracts of 125 l‐labeled microvessels isolated from different organs. The western transfers were probed with a panel of lectin‐peroxidase conjugates to determine differences in protein glycosylation. The same transfers were also screened for exposed 125 l‐labeled cell‐surface proteins by autoradiography. This dual analysis detected glycoprotein patterns unique for each organ. At least seven major proteins (Mr ∼ 180 K, 130 K, 95 K, 80 K, 75 K, 60 K, 12 K) were common to microvessels derived from each organ; however, certain glycoproteins appeared to be expressed differentially in particular organs. For example, a Mr ∼ 135 K WGA‐binding glycoprotein was detected in brain microvessels, whereas another WGA‐binding glycoprotein of Mr ∼ 40 K was detected only in kidney. In lung microvessels, a Mr ∼ 140 K WGA binding glycoprotein and a Mr ∼ 55 K RCA‐l‐binding galactoprotein were expressed preferentially, and liver microvessels displayed Mr ∼ 220 K protein and a Mr ∼ 135 K PNA‐binding galactoprotein. The cell‐surface‐iodinated protein profiles from in situ labeled microvessels were similar to profiles derived from cultured bovine aortic endothelial cells and several short‐term endothelial cell cultures isolated from different organs. The results from this study suggest that organ‐associated endothelia express glycoprotein fingerprints unique to each organ.
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Mineral trioxide aggregate enhances the osteogenic capacity of periodontal ligament stem cells via NF‐κB and MAPK signaling pathways Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), as a bioactive material, has a widespread application in clinical practice. To date, the effects of MTA on the proliferation and differentiation of human periodontal ligament stem cells (hPDLSCs) remain unclear. hPDLSCs were isolated from human periodontal ligament tissues and cultured with MTA conditioned media. Cell counting kit‐8 (CCK‐8) assay was performed to assess the proliferation capacity of MTA‐treated hPDLSCs. Immunofluorescence assay, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, alizarin red staining, real‐time RT‐PCR, and western blot analyses were used to investigate the odonto/osteogenic capacity of hPDLSCs as well as the involvement of NF‐κB and MAPK pathways. ALP activity assay revealed that 2 mg/ml was the optimal concentration for the induction of hPDLSCs by MTA. The protein expression of DSP, RUNX2, OCN, OSX, OPN, DMP1, ALP, and COL‐I in MTA‐treated hPDLSCs was significantly higher than those in control group (p < 0.01). When hPDLSCs were treated with the inhibitors of NF‐κB and MAPK pathways (U0126, SP600125, SB203580, and BMS345541), the effects of MTA on the differentiation of hPDLSCs were suppressed. Mechanistically, P65 was detected to transfer from cytoplasm to nuclei, as indicated by western blot and immunofluorescence assay. Moreover, MAPK‐related proteins and its downstream transcription factors were also upregulated in MTA‐treated hPDLSCs. Together, mineral trioxide aggregate can promote the odonto/osteogenic capacity of hPDLSCs via activating the NF‐κB and MAPK pathways.
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Regulation of fibrogenic/fibrolytic genes by platelet‐derived growth factor C, a novel growth factor, in human dermal fibroblasts Abstract Platelet‐derived growth factor (PDGF) is a potent mitogenic and chemotactic cytokine, and PDGF‐C is a novel growth factor belonging to the PDGF family. In this study, to determine whether this growth factor can contribute to fibrosis and tissue remodeling, we examined the effect of PDGF‐CC on the expression of fibrogenic/fibrolytic genes such as type I collagen, fibronectin (FN), matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), and their inhibitors (TIMPs) in normal human dermal fibroblasts in vitro. PDGF elevated the levels of MMP‐1 or TIMP‐1 protein as well as mRNA, whereas this cytokine had no influence on the expression of type I collagen, FN, or TIMP‐2. PDGF‐CC also increased the levels of MMP‐1 catalytic activity in the cultured media and mRNA expression, which was paralleled that on the levels of promoter activation. Additionally, PDGF‐CC induced the mitogenic and migratory activity of human dermal fibroblasts in a dose‐dependent manner. On the other hand, we also determined the specificity of the inhibitory effect of monoclonal antibodies against PDGF‐CC generated by immunizing balb/c mice with recombinant human PDGF‐CC. This antibody could inhibit the regulatory effects of MMP‐1 or TIMP‐1 synthesis as well as the mitogenic effects on human dermal fibroblasts induced by PDGF‐CC, whereas this antibody did not affect those induced by other PDGF forms such as PDGF‐AA, ‐AB, or ‐BB. These results suggest that this cytokine plays a role in the tissue remodeling. © 2004 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
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Activation of cell membrane potassium conductance by mercury in cultured renal epitheloid (MDCK) cells Abstract To elucidate mechanisms of mercury toxicity, the cell membrane potential has been determined continuously in cultured kidney (MDCK)‐cells during reversible application of mercury ions to extracellular perfusate. Exposure of the cells to 1μM mercury ions is followed by rapid, sustained, and slowly reversible hyperpolarization of the cell membrane, increase of cell membrane potassium selectivity, and decrease of cell membrane resistance. Thus, mercury ions enhance the potassium conductance of the cell membrane. Half maximal hyperpolarizing effect is elicited by ≈0.2 μM. Higher concentrations of mercury ions (> 10 μM) eventually depolarize the cell membrane. At extracellular calcium activity reduced to less than 0.1 μM, 1 μM mercury ions still leads to a sustained hyperpolarization and increase of potassium selectivity of the cell membrane. As evident from fluorescence measurements, 10 μM, but not 1 μM mercury ions leads to a rapid increase of intracellular calcium activity. Pretreatment of the cells with either pertussis toxin or cholera toxin does not blunt the hyperpolarizing effect of mercury ions. In conclusion, mercury ions activate the potassium conductance by a mechanism independent of increase of intracellular calcium activity and of cholera toxin‐or pertussis toxin‐sensitive G‐proteins. This activation of potassium conductance may account for early effects of mercury intoxication, such as kaliuresis.
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Cellular mechanisms of ATP‐induced hyperpolarization in renal epitheloid MDCK‐cells Abstract Previous studies have shown that ATP enhances intracellular calcium concentration and activates potassium channels in Madin Darby canine kidney (MDCK)‐cells, thus leading to hyperpolarization of the cell membrane. The present study has been performed to elucidate the intracellular mechanisms involved. To this end, the effects of ATP on the potential difference across the cell membrane (PD), on formation of inositol phosphates, and on intracellular calcium concentration (Cai) have been analyzed in cells without or with pretreatment with pertussis toxin or 12‐O‐tetradecanoyl phorbol 13‐acetate diester (TPA). In untreated cells, ATP leads to a sustained hyperpolarization and an increase of inositol 1,4,5‐tris‐phosphate (IP3), inositol 1,3,4,5‐tetrakisphosphate (IP4), and Cai. In the absence of extracellular calcium, the effect of ATP on PD and Cai is only transient. In cells pretreated with pertussis toxin, the effect of ATP on inositol trisphosphate is almost abolished, but ATP still leads to an increase of PD and Cai, which is sustained in the presence, and transient in the absence, of extracellular calcium. In cells pretreated with TPA, the effect of ATP on inositol trisphosphate is reduced and the effect on Cai blunted; but ATP still leads to a hyperpolarization of the cell membrane, which is sustained in the presence, and transient in the absence, of extracellular calcium. The observations indicate that ATP activates phospholipase C by a phorbol ester and pertussis toxin sensitive mechanism. In addition, ATP enhances Cai by pertussis toxin insensitive mechanisms allowing recruitment of calcium from both, extracellular fluid and intracellular stores. Calcium then activates the potassium channels and thus leads to the hyperpolarization of the cell membrane.
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