AIM: To study isolation and chemical characterization of pectin derived from the common cranberry Vaccin/um oxycoccos L. (oxycoccusan OP) and the testing of its preventive effect on experimental colitis. METHODS: ...AIM: To study isolation and chemical characterization of pectin derived from the common cranberry Vaccin/um oxycoccos L. (oxycoccusan OP) and the testing of its preventive effect on experimental colitis. METHODS: Mice were administrated orally with OP two days prior to a rectal injection of 5% acetic acid and examined for colonic damage 24 h later. Colonic inflammation was characterized by macroscopical injury and enhanced levels of myeloperoxidase activity measured spectrophotometrically with o-phenylene diamine as the substrate. The mucus contents of the colon were determined by the Alcian blue dye binding method. Vascular permeability was estimated using 4% Evans blue passage after i.p. injection of 0.05 mol/L acetic acid. RESULTS: In the mice treated with OP, colonic macroscopic scores (1.1 ± 0.4 vs 2.7, P 〈 0.01) and the total square area of damage (10 ± 2 vs 21 ± 7, P 〈 0.01) were significantly reduced when compared with the vehicle-treated colitis group. OP was shown to decrease the tissue myeloperoxidase activity in colons (42 ± 11 vs 112 ± 40, P 〈 0.01) and enhance the amount of mucus of colitis mice (0.9 ± 0.1 vs 0.4 ± 0.1, P 〈 0.01). The level of colonic malondialdehyde was noted to decrease in OP-pretreated mice (3.6 ± 0.7 vs 5.1 ± 0.8, P 〈 0.01). OP was found to decrease the inflammatory status of mice as was determined by reduction of vascular permeability (161 ± 34 vs 241 ± 21, P 〈 0.01). Adhesion of peritoneal neutrophils and macrophages was also shown to decrease after administration of OP (141 ± 50 vs 235 ± 37, P 〈 0.05). CONCLUSION: Thus, a preventive effect of pectin from the common cranberry, namely oxycoccusan OP, on acetic acid-induced colitis in mice was detected. A reduction of neutrophil infiltration and antioxidant action may be implicated in the protective effect of oxycoccusan.展开更多
A new procedure for blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) micropropagation in programmed Temporary Immersion Bioreactors (TIBs based on two separate bottles) was developed for the commercial genotypes Biloxi, Sharp Blue...A new procedure for blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) micropropagation in programmed Temporary Immersion Bioreactors (TIBs based on two separate bottles) was developed for the commercial genotypes Biloxi, Sharp Blue and Brillita. Plant cultures were developed in a controlled environment with 0.4 MPa CO2 enrichment, sucrose-reduced medium, and light intensity of 60 mM m-2·s-1. Principal component analysis showed that component 1 (C1) grouped 64.08% of the total variability, while the first two components accounted for 86.97%. Representation of the principal components demonstrated three clusters corresponding with the blueberry genotypes, and within each cluster plants micropropagated in agar-base medium grouped separately from those plants multiplied in TIBs. Both plant number and total internodes traits (related to the productive efficiency) were demonstrated superior in blueberries propagated in TIBs. Additionally, when transferred to greenhouse conditions, blueberries propagated in TIBs showed higher adaptability and growing rates than those cultured by the conventional approach, altogether evidencing the occurrence of a photomixotrophic stage in the vitroplantlets cultured in TIBs.展开更多
Objective] This study aimed to discuss the key technology of in-vitro cul-ture for a new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing. [Method] Through the screen-ing and optimization of sterilization method for explants,...Objective] This study aimed to discuss the key technology of in-vitro cul-ture for a new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing. [Method] Through the screen-ing and optimization of sterilization method for explants, sampling time, multiplication, nursing and rooting culture, a matching clone propagation system was established for the new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing. [Result] The explants were sterilized with 0.1% HgCl2 for 3 min; the differentiation and multiplication medium of Zishuijing was composed of WPM (modified), 6-BA (1.0 mg/L) and ZT (1.0 MG/L); the rootless tube seedlings were transplanted in organic matrix (sawdust∶bark∶peat=1∶1∶1) in September and cultured at air relative humidity of 80%-90% and temperature of 20-25 ℃, and after 50 d, the rooting rate reached 72.4%. [Conclusion] The key technol-ogy of in-vitro culture for the new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing was estab-lished, thereby providing technical support for large-scale industrialized seedling pro-duction of Zishuijing.展开更多
The swinging type temporary immersion bioreactors system (S-TTBs) is a kind of new and advanced method of tissue culture. The efficient multiplica- tion technology of blueberry ( Vaccinium corymbosum) plantlets in...The swinging type temporary immersion bioreactors system (S-TTBs) is a kind of new and advanced method of tissue culture. The efficient multiplica- tion technology of blueberry ( Vaccinium corymbosum) plantlets in S-TTBs was systematically studied through L9 (3^4) orthogonal experiment with three factors (culture medimn volmne, swing angle, and inoculation density) and completely randomized experiment with two factors (swing frequency and immersion time). The results showed that the optimal culture parameters were set as follows: the culture medium volume of 250 nil/bottle, the swing angle at 45 ° , and the inoculation density of 60 plantlets/bottle. The optimal swing frequency was 1 time/6 h, and the immersion time was set as 60 s.展开更多
The dark blue pigment from Vaccinium bracteatum Thunb.leaves(VBTL)is a healthy ingredient for controlling postprandial blood glucose during the stage of dietary carbohydrate digestion.Our previous study has proved tha...The dark blue pigment from Vaccinium bracteatum Thunb.leaves(VBTL)is a healthy ingredient for controlling postprandial blood glucose during the stage of dietary carbohydrate digestion.Our previous study has proved that the dark blue pigment has an inhibition effect on pancreaticα-amylase.However,the influence on other digestive enzymes(α-glucosidases,trypsin,andα-chymotrypsin)is still unclear.Therefore,this research evaluated the impact of this dark blue pigment on the three digestive enzymes during in-vitro digestion.The effects of dark blue pigment on the activities and conformations of theα-glucosidase,trypsin,andα-chymotrypsin were confirmed by multi-spectroscopic techniques and molecular docking.The results showed that this pigment possessed a higher inhibition ability on theα-glucosidase.The complexes of three enzymes and the pigment all resulted in the changes in fluorescence quenching and secondary structures of these complexes.However,the interactions between two proteolytic enzymes and pigment slightly impacted their activities.Additionally,molecular docking suggested that the complex betweenα-glucosidase and pigment formed hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions in the substrate-binding pocket.These findings provide creative insight into the VBTL dark blue pigment controlling postprandial hyperglycemia without side effects on the proteolytic enzymes.展开更多
Background Vaccinium uliginosum L. is a type of blueberry found in the Chinese Changbai Mountains. We extracted Vaccinium uliginosum Anthocyanins (Av.uli) to investigate its bioactivity on suppressing cancer cells. ...Background Vaccinium uliginosum L. is a type of blueberry found in the Chinese Changbai Mountains. We extracted Vaccinium uliginosum Anthocyanins (Av.uli) to investigate its bioactivity on suppressing cancer cells. Methods Av.lli was extracted under different conditions of temperature (10℃-35℃), pH 1.0-3.0, and diatomaceous earth (1.0 g-3.0 g), followed by a HPLC analysis for the determination of the ingredients. Its anticancer bioactivities on human colon and colorectal cancer cells (DLD-1 and COLO205) were compared with those on Lonicera caerulea Anthocyanins (AL.cae) and Vaccinium myrtillus Anthocyanins (Av.myr), using cell viability assays, DNA electrophoresis and nuclear morphology assays. Results The optimum process of Av.uli extraction involved conditions of temperature 20℃, pH 2.0, and diatomaceous earth 1.0 g/50 g of fruit weight. Av.uli contained 5 main components: delphinidin (40.70±1.72)%, cyanidin (3.40±0.68)%, petunidin (17.70±0.54)%, peonidin (2.90±0.63)% and malvidin (35.50±1.11)%. The malvidin percentage was significantly higher (P 〈0.05) than it in Av.myr. Av.uli complied with a dose-dependent repression of cancer cell proliferation with an IC50 (50% inhibitory concentration) value of 50 μg/ml, and showed greater anticancer efficiency than AL. cae and Av. myr under the same cell treatment conditions. These observations were further supported by the results of nuclear assays. Conclusions The extraction protocol and conditions we used were effective for anthocyanin extraction. Av.uli could be a feasible practical research tool and a promising therapeutic source to suppress human colon or colorectal cancers.展开更多
Aims Ericaceous plant species can host diverse fungi in their roots,including ericoid mycorrhizal fungi(ERMF),endophytes,pathogens and some species with unknown functions.However,how this diversity of fungi responds t...Aims Ericaceous plant species can host diverse fungi in their roots,including ericoid mycorrhizal fungi(ERMF),endophytes,pathogens and some species with unknown functions.However,how this diversity of fungi responds to different human disturbances is not well understood.Methods In this study,we examined the effects of different human disturbance on fungal diversity in hair roots of Vaccinium mandarinorum,an ericaceous plant.Fungal DNA was extracted from hair roots of V.mandarinorum and high-throughput sequencing was applied to detect the diversity of root-associated fungi along a human disturbance gradient in subtropical forests in Gutianshan National Nature Reserve(GNNR)in East China.The four forest types with different disturbance regime were:old growth forest(OGF),secondary forest with once cut(SEC I),secondary forest with twice cut(SEC II)and Cunninghamia lanceolata plantation(PLF).Important Findings The results showed that:(i)diverse fungal operational units(OTUs)were detected in hair roots of V.mandarinorum in the four types of forests,covering fungal phyla of Ascomycota,Basidiomycota,Chytridiomycota,Glomeromycota and Zygomycota;(ii)Community composition of root-associated fungi of V.mandarinorum in PLF was distinct from those in the other three forest types,and two types of secondary forests had similar fungal community composition;(iii)Different fungal families respond differently to human disturbances:fungal families with significant preference to OGF were ectomycorrhizal or saprophytic fungi while fungal families with higher relative abundance in PLF were plant pathogenic or saprophytic fungi;(iv)The first principal component(PC1)of plant community had a significant effect on composition of root-associated fungal community,while edaphic parameters showed no significant effect on fungal community composition in roots of V.mandarinorum.Our results help to better understand the responses of both ericaceous plants and their fungal partners to human disturbances and forest managements.展开更多
Blueberries are a rich source of anthocyanins, which are associated with health benefits contributing to a reduced risk for many diseases. The present study identified the functional Gardenblue blueberry (Vaccinium a...Blueberries are a rich source of anthocyanins, which are associated with health benefits contributing to a reduced risk for many diseases. The present study identified the functional Gardenblue blueberry (Vaccinium ashei Reade) anthocyanin extracts (GBBAEs) and evaluated their capacity and underlying mechanisms in protecting murine RAW 264.7 cells from lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated inflammation in vitro. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) kit results showed that GBBAEs significantly inhibited the production of nitric oxide (NO), prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), interleukin-6 (IL-6), IL-113, and interferon-y (INF-y). Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis in- dicated that the mRNA expression levels of IL-6, IL-113, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1), and cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) were suppressed in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells. Additionally, Western blot analysis was used to evaluate the relative protein expression levels of COX-2 and nuclear factor-κB p65 (NF-κBp65). All these results suggested the potential use of GBBAEs as a functional food for the treatment of in- flammatory diseases.展开更多
Objective: To study the effect of Vaccinium uliginosum L., (VU) on the electroretinogram (ERG) and retinal pathological changes in rabbits after light-induced damage. Methods: Twenty-eight Chinchilla rabbits wer...Objective: To study the effect of Vaccinium uliginosum L., (VU) on the electroretinogram (ERG) and retinal pathological changes in rabbits after light-induced damage. Methods: Twenty-eight Chinchilla rabbits were randomly divided into four groups: administration beforehand (A), administration after injury (B), light injury without administration (C), and blank (D) groups. After a 4-week administration of VU homogenate at 4.8 g/(kg.d) once a day in group A, ERG in groups A, B and C were recorded according to the standards set by the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision (ISCEV). Except for group D, the groups were then exposed to strong light. Just after that, group A stopped receiving VU treatment and group B started to receive it. Then ERGs in all groups were recorded after 1 day, 1 week, and 2 weeks. Throughout the whole process groups which were not fed with VU were fed with normal saline. Finally, the tissues and structures of all the groups were observed and the thickness of the outer nuclear layers (ONL) was measured. Results: (1) After 4-week feeding with VU, the latency time of ERG in group A became shorter than those in the other groups and the amplitude increased. After being exposed to strong light, the latency time lengthened and amplitude decreased in all the injury groups, but comparing at each time point, the measured values in group A were better than those in group C. With the accumulation of VU, the ERG in group B improved, and finally, all of the detected values became better than those in group C. (2) Retinae in group D were normal in histology and the layers were in order but those in group C became disarranged. The injudes in groups A and B were minor compared with those in group C. The thickness of the ONL in group C was significantly thinner than in the other groups (all P=0.000), and that in groups A and B was thicker than that in group C, although thinner than in group D. That in group A was thicker than in group B. Conclusions: VU can relieve the injury to rabbit retinae exposed to normal day and night rhythm, alleviate the harm caused by light when used beforehand, and repair the light damage to the retina.展开更多
Vaccinium darrowii is a subtropical wild blueberry species that has been used to breed economically important southern highbush cultivars.The adaptive traits of V.darrowii to subtropical climates can provide valuable ...Vaccinium darrowii is a subtropical wild blueberry species that has been used to breed economically important southern highbush cultivars.The adaptive traits of V.darrowii to subtropical climates can provide valuable information for breeding blueberry and perhaps other plants,especially against the background of global warming.Here,we assembled the V.darrowii genome into 12 pseudochromosomes using Oxford Nanopore long reads complemented with Hi-C scaffolding technologies,and we predicted 41815 genes using RNA-sequencing evidence.Syntenic analysis across three Vaccinium species revealed a highly conserved genome structure,with the highest collinearity between V.darrowii and Vaccinium corymbosum.This conserved genome structure may explain the high fertility observed during crossbreeding of V.darrowii with other blueberry cultivars.Analysis of gene expansion and tandem duplication indicated possible roles for defense-and flowering-associated genes in the adaptation of V.darrowii to the subtropics.Putative SOC1 genes in V.darrowii were identified based on phylogeny and expression analysis.Blueberries are covered in a thick cuticle layer and contain anthocyanins,which confer their powdery blue color.Using RNA sequencing,we delineated the cuticle biosynthesis pathways of Vaccinium species in V.darrowii.This result can serve as a reference for breeding berries whose colors are appealing to customers.The V.darrowii reference genome,together with the unique traits of this species,including its diploid genome,short vegetative phase,and high compatibility in hybridization with other blueberries,make V.darrowii a potential research model for blueberry species.展开更多
This study developed an active and intelligent collagen-based packaging film with high strength for visually monitoring the freshness of fish.The results of scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy sho...This study developed an active and intelligent collagen-based packaging film with high strength for visually monitoring the freshness of fish.The results of scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy showed that the film based on cross-linked collagen/delphinidin catalyzed by laccase exhibited a denser layer structure and a rougher surface.The dry and wet tensile strengths of the laccase-catalyzed collagen/delphinidin film(Col/Dp-LA film)increased by 41.74 MPa and 13.13 MPa in comparison with that of the pure collagen film,respectively.Moreover,the Col/Dp-LA film presented good antioxidant and barrier properties demonstrated by the results of free radical scavenging rate,light transmission rate,and water vapor permeability.The intelligent collagen-based film was obtained by incorporating Vaccinium oxycoccus pigment into the Col/Dp-LA film,which could change color under different pH values.When applied to the preservation offish fillets,the film could release Dp to minimize oxidative rancidity and prolong the shelf life of the fish for 2 days.Meanwhile,the film showed visual color changes from purplish-red to greyish-blue after the fish spoilage.These results indicated that the collagen film treated with delphinidin,laccase,and Vaccinium oxycoccus pigment has potential application value in the field of active and intelligent food packaging.展开更多
Objective: To study the protective effect of anthocyanins extracted from Vaccinium Uliginosum(VU)on retinal 661W cells against microwave radiation induced retinal injury. Methods: 661W cells were divided into 6 groups...Objective: To study the protective effect of anthocyanins extracted from Vaccinium Uliginosum(VU)on retinal 661W cells against microwave radiation induced retinal injury. Methods: 661W cells were divided into 6 groups, including control, model [661W cells radiated by microwave(30 mW/cm2, 1 h)] and VU groups [661W cells pretreated with anthocyanins extracted from VU(25, 50, 100 and 200 μg/mL, respectively) for 48 h, and radiated by microwave 30 mW/cm2, 1 h]. After treatment with different interventions, the cell apoptosis index(AI)was determined using Heochst staining;contents of malonaldehyde(MDA), glutataione(GSH), and activity of superoxide dismutase(SOD) were measured. mRNA expressions of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2(Nrf2) and heme oxygenase 1(HO-1) were detected by real time quantitative polymerase chain reaction, and the expression of HO-1 protein was examined by Western blot analysis. Nucleus and cytoplasm were separated and Nrf2 protein expression was further verified by Western blot analysis. Results: There was significant difference in AI among the groups(F=322.83, P<0.05). Compared with the control group, AI was significantly higher in the model group and was lower in 4 VU-pretreated groups(P<0.05). Linear regression analysis showed the decline of AI was in a dose-dependent manner with VU treatment(r=0.8419, P<0.05). The MDA and GSH contents of 661W cells in VU-treated groups were significantly lower than the model group(P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the SOD activity in the VU-treated groups(50, 100 and 200 μg/mL) was significantly higher(all P<0.05). The Nrf2 and HO-1 mRNA expressions were slightly increased after irradiation, and obviously increased in 100 μg/mL VU-treated group. After irradiation, the relative expressions of HO-1 and Nrf2 proteins in nucleus were slightly increased(P<0.05), and the changes in cytoplasm were not obvious,whereas it was significantly increased in both nucleus and cytoplasm in the VU treatment groups. Conclusions:Anthocyanins extracted from VU could reduce apoptosis, stabilize cell membrane, and alleviate oxidant injury of mouse retinal photoreceptor 661W cells. The mechanism might be through activating Nrf2/HO-1 signal pathway and inducing HO-1 transcription and translation.展开更多
基金the Program of Presidium of the Russian Acad.Sci. <>, the Russian Fund forBasic Research, No. 06-04-48079 the Program for LeadingScientific Schools, No. 5796.2006.4
文摘AIM: To study isolation and chemical characterization of pectin derived from the common cranberry Vaccin/um oxycoccos L. (oxycoccusan OP) and the testing of its preventive effect on experimental colitis. METHODS: Mice were administrated orally with OP two days prior to a rectal injection of 5% acetic acid and examined for colonic damage 24 h later. Colonic inflammation was characterized by macroscopical injury and enhanced levels of myeloperoxidase activity measured spectrophotometrically with o-phenylene diamine as the substrate. The mucus contents of the colon were determined by the Alcian blue dye binding method. Vascular permeability was estimated using 4% Evans blue passage after i.p. injection of 0.05 mol/L acetic acid. RESULTS: In the mice treated with OP, colonic macroscopic scores (1.1 ± 0.4 vs 2.7, P 〈 0.01) and the total square area of damage (10 ± 2 vs 21 ± 7, P 〈 0.01) were significantly reduced when compared with the vehicle-treated colitis group. OP was shown to decrease the tissue myeloperoxidase activity in colons (42 ± 11 vs 112 ± 40, P 〈 0.01) and enhance the amount of mucus of colitis mice (0.9 ± 0.1 vs 0.4 ± 0.1, P 〈 0.01). The level of colonic malondialdehyde was noted to decrease in OP-pretreated mice (3.6 ± 0.7 vs 5.1 ± 0.8, P 〈 0.01). OP was found to decrease the inflammatory status of mice as was determined by reduction of vascular permeability (161 ± 34 vs 241 ± 21, P 〈 0.01). Adhesion of peritoneal neutrophils and macrophages was also shown to decrease after administration of OP (141 ± 50 vs 235 ± 37, P 〈 0.05). CONCLUSION: Thus, a preventive effect of pectin from the common cranberry, namely oxycoccusan OP, on acetic acid-induced colitis in mice was detected. A reduction of neutrophil infiltration and antioxidant action may be implicated in the protective effect of oxycoccusan.
文摘A new procedure for blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) micropropagation in programmed Temporary Immersion Bioreactors (TIBs based on two separate bottles) was developed for the commercial genotypes Biloxi, Sharp Blue and Brillita. Plant cultures were developed in a controlled environment with 0.4 MPa CO2 enrichment, sucrose-reduced medium, and light intensity of 60 mM m-2·s-1. Principal component analysis showed that component 1 (C1) grouped 64.08% of the total variability, while the first two components accounted for 86.97%. Representation of the principal components demonstrated three clusters corresponding with the blueberry genotypes, and within each cluster plants micropropagated in agar-base medium grouped separately from those plants multiplied in TIBs. Both plant number and total internodes traits (related to the productive efficiency) were demonstrated superior in blueberries propagated in TIBs. Additionally, when transferred to greenhouse conditions, blueberries propagated in TIBs showed higher adaptability and growing rates than those cultured by the conventional approach, altogether evidencing the occurrence of a photomixotrophic stage in the vitroplantlets cultured in TIBs.
基金Supported by Key Project of the National Twelfth-Five Year Research Program of China(2011BAD08B01-03)Funding Project of Department of Forestry of Heilongjiang Province(201004068-6)~~
文摘Objective] This study aimed to discuss the key technology of in-vitro cul-ture for a new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing. [Method] Through the screen-ing and optimization of sterilization method for explants, sampling time, multiplication, nursing and rooting culture, a matching clone propagation system was established for the new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing. [Result] The explants were sterilized with 0.1% HgCl2 for 3 min; the differentiation and multiplication medium of Zishuijing was composed of WPM (modified), 6-BA (1.0 mg/L) and ZT (1.0 MG/L); the rootless tube seedlings were transplanted in organic matrix (sawdust∶bark∶peat=1∶1∶1) in September and cultured at air relative humidity of 80%-90% and temperature of 20-25 ℃, and after 50 d, the rooting rate reached 72.4%. [Conclusion] The key technol-ogy of in-vitro culture for the new Vaccinium uliginosum cultivar Zishuijing was estab-lished, thereby providing technical support for large-scale industrialized seedling pro-duction of Zishuijing.
基金Supported by the Three New Project of Forestry in Jiangsu Province(LYSX[2016]46)the"Three-updating"Project of Agricultural in Changzhou City
文摘The swinging type temporary immersion bioreactors system (S-TTBs) is a kind of new and advanced method of tissue culture. The efficient multiplica- tion technology of blueberry ( Vaccinium corymbosum) plantlets in S-TTBs was systematically studied through L9 (3^4) orthogonal experiment with three factors (culture medimn volmne, swing angle, and inoculation density) and completely randomized experiment with two factors (swing frequency and immersion time). The results showed that the optimal culture parameters were set as follows: the culture medium volume of 250 nil/bottle, the swing angle at 45 ° , and the inoculation density of 60 plantlets/bottle. The optimal swing frequency was 1 time/6 h, and the immersion time was set as 60 s.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32072254)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2021M701462)+3 种基金the Postdoctoral Research Funding Program of Jiangsu Province(2021K097A)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(JUSRP121106)Research and Development Program of Tianchang(TZY202002)the"Qing Lan Project"of Jiangsu Province.The authors declare no competing financial interest.
文摘The dark blue pigment from Vaccinium bracteatum Thunb.leaves(VBTL)is a healthy ingredient for controlling postprandial blood glucose during the stage of dietary carbohydrate digestion.Our previous study has proved that the dark blue pigment has an inhibition effect on pancreaticα-amylase.However,the influence on other digestive enzymes(α-glucosidases,trypsin,andα-chymotrypsin)is still unclear.Therefore,this research evaluated the impact of this dark blue pigment on the three digestive enzymes during in-vitro digestion.The effects of dark blue pigment on the activities and conformations of theα-glucosidase,trypsin,andα-chymotrypsin were confirmed by multi-spectroscopic techniques and molecular docking.The results showed that this pigment possessed a higher inhibition ability on theα-glucosidase.The complexes of three enzymes and the pigment all resulted in the changes in fluorescence quenching and secondary structures of these complexes.However,the interactions between two proteolytic enzymes and pigment slightly impacted their activities.Additionally,molecular docking suggested that the complex betweenα-glucosidase and pigment formed hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions in the substrate-binding pocket.These findings provide creative insight into the VBTL dark blue pigment controlling postprandial hyperglycemia without side effects on the proteolytic enzymes.
文摘Background Vaccinium uliginosum L. is a type of blueberry found in the Chinese Changbai Mountains. We extracted Vaccinium uliginosum Anthocyanins (Av.uli) to investigate its bioactivity on suppressing cancer cells. Methods Av.lli was extracted under different conditions of temperature (10℃-35℃), pH 1.0-3.0, and diatomaceous earth (1.0 g-3.0 g), followed by a HPLC analysis for the determination of the ingredients. Its anticancer bioactivities on human colon and colorectal cancer cells (DLD-1 and COLO205) were compared with those on Lonicera caerulea Anthocyanins (AL.cae) and Vaccinium myrtillus Anthocyanins (Av.myr), using cell viability assays, DNA electrophoresis and nuclear morphology assays. Results The optimum process of Av.uli extraction involved conditions of temperature 20℃, pH 2.0, and diatomaceous earth 1.0 g/50 g of fruit weight. Av.uli contained 5 main components: delphinidin (40.70±1.72)%, cyanidin (3.40±0.68)%, petunidin (17.70±0.54)%, peonidin (2.90±0.63)% and malvidin (35.50±1.11)%. The malvidin percentage was significantly higher (P 〈0.05) than it in Av.myr. Av.uli complied with a dose-dependent repression of cancer cell proliferation with an IC50 (50% inhibitory concentration) value of 50 μg/ml, and showed greater anticancer efficiency than AL. cae and Av. myr under the same cell treatment conditions. These observations were further supported by the results of nuclear assays. Conclusions The extraction protocol and conditions we used were effective for anthocyanin extraction. Av.uli could be a feasible practical research tool and a promising therapeutic source to suppress human colon or colorectal cancers.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(31170469,31170495 and 31470565)Technology division of Shaoxing(2013B70040).
文摘Aims Ericaceous plant species can host diverse fungi in their roots,including ericoid mycorrhizal fungi(ERMF),endophytes,pathogens and some species with unknown functions.However,how this diversity of fungi responds to different human disturbances is not well understood.Methods In this study,we examined the effects of different human disturbance on fungal diversity in hair roots of Vaccinium mandarinorum,an ericaceous plant.Fungal DNA was extracted from hair roots of V.mandarinorum and high-throughput sequencing was applied to detect the diversity of root-associated fungi along a human disturbance gradient in subtropical forests in Gutianshan National Nature Reserve(GNNR)in East China.The four forest types with different disturbance regime were:old growth forest(OGF),secondary forest with once cut(SEC I),secondary forest with twice cut(SEC II)and Cunninghamia lanceolata plantation(PLF).Important Findings The results showed that:(i)diverse fungal operational units(OTUs)were detected in hair roots of V.mandarinorum in the four types of forests,covering fungal phyla of Ascomycota,Basidiomycota,Chytridiomycota,Glomeromycota and Zygomycota;(ii)Community composition of root-associated fungi of V.mandarinorum in PLF was distinct from those in the other three forest types,and two types of secondary forests had similar fungal community composition;(iii)Different fungal families respond differently to human disturbances:fungal families with significant preference to OGF were ectomycorrhizal or saprophytic fungi while fungal families with higher relative abundance in PLF were plant pathogenic or saprophytic fungi;(iv)The first principal component(PC1)of plant community had a significant effect on composition of root-associated fungal community,while edaphic parameters showed no significant effect on fungal community composition in roots of V.mandarinorum.Our results help to better understand the responses of both ericaceous plants and their fungal partners to human disturbances and forest managements.
基金Project supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(No.2013PY095)the Clinical Research Project of Health and Family Planning Commission of Wuhan Municipality(No.WX13A05)+1 种基金the Research Project of Wuhan City Central Hospital(No.YQ15A04)the Grant from Key Laboratory of Biological Targeted Therapy of Hubei Province of China(No.02.03.2014-10)
文摘Blueberries are a rich source of anthocyanins, which are associated with health benefits contributing to a reduced risk for many diseases. The present study identified the functional Gardenblue blueberry (Vaccinium ashei Reade) anthocyanin extracts (GBBAEs) and evaluated their capacity and underlying mechanisms in protecting murine RAW 264.7 cells from lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated inflammation in vitro. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) kit results showed that GBBAEs significantly inhibited the production of nitric oxide (NO), prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), interleukin-6 (IL-6), IL-113, and interferon-y (INF-y). Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis in- dicated that the mRNA expression levels of IL-6, IL-113, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1), and cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) were suppressed in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells. Additionally, Western blot analysis was used to evaluate the relative protein expression levels of COX-2 and nuclear factor-κB p65 (NF-κBp65). All these results suggested the potential use of GBBAEs as a functional food for the treatment of in- flammatory diseases.
文摘Objective: To study the effect of Vaccinium uliginosum L., (VU) on the electroretinogram (ERG) and retinal pathological changes in rabbits after light-induced damage. Methods: Twenty-eight Chinchilla rabbits were randomly divided into four groups: administration beforehand (A), administration after injury (B), light injury without administration (C), and blank (D) groups. After a 4-week administration of VU homogenate at 4.8 g/(kg.d) once a day in group A, ERG in groups A, B and C were recorded according to the standards set by the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision (ISCEV). Except for group D, the groups were then exposed to strong light. Just after that, group A stopped receiving VU treatment and group B started to receive it. Then ERGs in all groups were recorded after 1 day, 1 week, and 2 weeks. Throughout the whole process groups which were not fed with VU were fed with normal saline. Finally, the tissues and structures of all the groups were observed and the thickness of the outer nuclear layers (ONL) was measured. Results: (1) After 4-week feeding with VU, the latency time of ERG in group A became shorter than those in the other groups and the amplitude increased. After being exposed to strong light, the latency time lengthened and amplitude decreased in all the injury groups, but comparing at each time point, the measured values in group A were better than those in group C. With the accumulation of VU, the ERG in group B improved, and finally, all of the detected values became better than those in group C. (2) Retinae in group D were normal in histology and the layers were in order but those in group C became disarranged. The injudes in groups A and B were minor compared with those in group C. The thickness of the ONL in group C was significantly thinner than in the other groups (all P=0.000), and that in groups A and B was thicker than that in group C, although thinner than in group D. That in group A was thicker than in group B. Conclusions: VU can relieve the injury to rabbit retinae exposed to normal day and night rhythm, alleviate the harm caused by light when used beforehand, and repair the light damage to the retina.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(grant LY22C160005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant 31700224)+2 种基金Innovative Scientific and Technological Talents in Henan Province(no.20HASTIT041)the Outstanding Youth Foundation of Henan Province(no.202300410041)as well as a Nanyang Technological University startup grant and the Academy of Finland(decisions 318288 and 319947)to J.S.
文摘Vaccinium darrowii is a subtropical wild blueberry species that has been used to breed economically important southern highbush cultivars.The adaptive traits of V.darrowii to subtropical climates can provide valuable information for breeding blueberry and perhaps other plants,especially against the background of global warming.Here,we assembled the V.darrowii genome into 12 pseudochromosomes using Oxford Nanopore long reads complemented with Hi-C scaffolding technologies,and we predicted 41815 genes using RNA-sequencing evidence.Syntenic analysis across three Vaccinium species revealed a highly conserved genome structure,with the highest collinearity between V.darrowii and Vaccinium corymbosum.This conserved genome structure may explain the high fertility observed during crossbreeding of V.darrowii with other blueberry cultivars.Analysis of gene expansion and tandem duplication indicated possible roles for defense-and flowering-associated genes in the adaptation of V.darrowii to the subtropics.Putative SOC1 genes in V.darrowii were identified based on phylogeny and expression analysis.Blueberries are covered in a thick cuticle layer and contain anthocyanins,which confer their powdery blue color.Using RNA sequencing,we delineated the cuticle biosynthesis pathways of Vaccinium species in V.darrowii.This result can serve as a reference for breeding berries whose colors are appealing to customers.The V.darrowii reference genome,together with the unique traits of this species,including its diploid genome,short vegetative phase,and high compatibility in hybridization with other blueberries,make V.darrowii a potential research model for blueberry species.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22078206).
文摘This study developed an active and intelligent collagen-based packaging film with high strength for visually monitoring the freshness of fish.The results of scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy showed that the film based on cross-linked collagen/delphinidin catalyzed by laccase exhibited a denser layer structure and a rougher surface.The dry and wet tensile strengths of the laccase-catalyzed collagen/delphinidin film(Col/Dp-LA film)increased by 41.74 MPa and 13.13 MPa in comparison with that of the pure collagen film,respectively.Moreover,the Col/Dp-LA film presented good antioxidant and barrier properties demonstrated by the results of free radical scavenging rate,light transmission rate,and water vapor permeability.The intelligent collagen-based film was obtained by incorporating Vaccinium oxycoccus pigment into the Col/Dp-LA film,which could change color under different pH values.When applied to the preservation offish fillets,the film could release Dp to minimize oxidative rancidity and prolong the shelf life of the fish for 2 days.Meanwhile,the film showed visual color changes from purplish-red to greyish-blue after the fish spoilage.These results indicated that the collagen film treated with delphinidin,laccase,and Vaccinium oxycoccus pigment has potential application value in the field of active and intelligent food packaging.
文摘Objective: To study the protective effect of anthocyanins extracted from Vaccinium Uliginosum(VU)on retinal 661W cells against microwave radiation induced retinal injury. Methods: 661W cells were divided into 6 groups, including control, model [661W cells radiated by microwave(30 mW/cm2, 1 h)] and VU groups [661W cells pretreated with anthocyanins extracted from VU(25, 50, 100 and 200 μg/mL, respectively) for 48 h, and radiated by microwave 30 mW/cm2, 1 h]. After treatment with different interventions, the cell apoptosis index(AI)was determined using Heochst staining;contents of malonaldehyde(MDA), glutataione(GSH), and activity of superoxide dismutase(SOD) were measured. mRNA expressions of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2(Nrf2) and heme oxygenase 1(HO-1) were detected by real time quantitative polymerase chain reaction, and the expression of HO-1 protein was examined by Western blot analysis. Nucleus and cytoplasm were separated and Nrf2 protein expression was further verified by Western blot analysis. Results: There was significant difference in AI among the groups(F=322.83, P<0.05). Compared with the control group, AI was significantly higher in the model group and was lower in 4 VU-pretreated groups(P<0.05). Linear regression analysis showed the decline of AI was in a dose-dependent manner with VU treatment(r=0.8419, P<0.05). The MDA and GSH contents of 661W cells in VU-treated groups were significantly lower than the model group(P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the SOD activity in the VU-treated groups(50, 100 and 200 μg/mL) was significantly higher(all P<0.05). The Nrf2 and HO-1 mRNA expressions were slightly increased after irradiation, and obviously increased in 100 μg/mL VU-treated group. After irradiation, the relative expressions of HO-1 and Nrf2 proteins in nucleus were slightly increased(P<0.05), and the changes in cytoplasm were not obvious,whereas it was significantly increased in both nucleus and cytoplasm in the VU treatment groups. Conclusions:Anthocyanins extracted from VU could reduce apoptosis, stabilize cell membrane, and alleviate oxidant injury of mouse retinal photoreceptor 661W cells. The mechanism might be through activating Nrf2/HO-1 signal pathway and inducing HO-1 transcription and translation.