Objective:To screen the cytotoxic activity of Melasloma malabathricum(M,malubathricum)against human breast carreer cell line(MCF-7)in vitro.Methods:A three steps extraction protocol using n-hexane,chloroform and metha...Objective:To screen the cytotoxic activity of Melasloma malabathricum(M,malubathricum)against human breast carreer cell line(MCF-7)in vitro.Methods:A three steps extraction protocol using n-hexane,chloroform and methanol as the solvents systems was carried out on leaves,stems and flowers of M.nalabathricum.Dimethyl sulfoxide was used in extracts dilution and serial dilutions were conducted to obtain five different extract concentrations(100μg/mL,50μg/mL,25μg/mL,123μg/rnL and 6.25μg/mL).The evaluation of cell growth was determined using methylene blue assay.Results:Methanol extract from the leaves showed significant anticancer activity against MCF-7cell lines with the TC_(50)value of 7.14μg/ml while methanol and chloroform extract from the flowers exhibited a moderate activity towards MCF-7 cell line,with the IC_(50)value of 33.63μg/mL and 45.76μg/mL respectively after 72 h of treatment.Conclusions:The extracts from leaves and flowers of M.nulabatkricum showed promising anticancer activity toward human breast cancer cell lines with the lowest IC_(50)at 7.14μg/mL while the extracts from stems showed less growth inhibition activity.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the anticancer property of marine sediment actinomvceles against two different breast cancer cell lines.Methods:In vitro anticancer activity was carried out against breast(MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231...Objective:To investigate the anticancer property of marine sediment actinomvceles against two different breast cancer cell lines.Methods:In vitro anticancer activity was carried out against breast(MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231)cancer cell lines.Partial sequences of the 16s rRNA gene,phylogenetic tree construction,multiple sequence analysis and secondary structure analysis were also carried out with the actinomycetes isolates.Results:Of the selected five actinomycete isolates,ACT01 and ACT02 showed the IC_(50)value with(10.13±0.92)and(22.34±5.82)μg/mL concentrations,respectively for MCF-7 cell line at 48 h,but ACT01 showed the minimum(18.54±2.49μg/mL)level of IC_(50)value with MDA-MB-231 cell line.Further,the 16s rRNA partial sequences of ACT01,ACT02,ACT03,ACT04 and ACT05 isolates were also deposited in NCBI data bank with the accession numbers of GQ478246,GQ478247,GQ478248,GQ478249 and GQ478250.respectively.The phylogenetic tree analysis showed that,the isolates of ACT02 and ACT03 were represented in groupⅠandⅢ,respectively,but ACT01 and ACT02 were represented in groupⅡ.The multiple sequence alignment of the actinomycete isolates showed that,the maximum identical conserved regions were identified with the nucleotide regions of 125 to 221st base pairs,65 to 119th base pairs and 55,48 and 31st base pairs.Secondary structure prediction of the 16s rRNA showed that,the maximum free energy was consumed with ACT03 isolate(-45.4 kkal/mol)and the minimum free energy was consumed with ACT04 isolate(-57.6 kkal/mol).Conclusions:The actinomycete isolates of ACT01 and ACT02(GQ478246 and GQ478247)which are isolated from sediment sample can be further used as anticancer agents against breast cancer cell lines.展开更多
Objective： To study the inhibition of proliferation of breast cancer by small interfering RNA（siRNA） targeting human prolactin （hPRLR） and the underlying mechanisms. Methods：The siRNA targeting hPRLR was chemica...Objective： To study the inhibition of proliferation of breast cancer by small interfering RNA（siRNA） targeting human prolactin （hPRLR） and the underlying mechanisms. Methods：The siRNA targeting hPRLR was chemically synthesized and transfected into MCF-7 cells, the expression of hPRLR was analyzed by real-time quantitive PCR, cell growth inhibition was measured with MTT assay, cell cycle of the transfected cells was examined by flow cytometry, meanwhile, expression of cyclin D1 was tested by semi-quantitative RT-PCR, Results：24 h after transfection with 100 nmol/L siRNA-PRLR, the expression of hPRLR mRNA was suppressed by 65%, cells in G1 phase increased, but cells in S phase decreased. Down regulated hPRLR expression exhibited significant inhibition in cell proliferation. And the expression of cyclin D 1 was down regulated. Conclusion：The results indicate that siRNA-hPRLR is a useful tool for silencing hPRLR expression and inhibiting cell proliferation in breast cancer MCF-7 cell line, and it may be a possible new approach for breast cancer gene therapy.展开更多
The quartz crystal microbalance （QCM） was used to monitor the one-day incubation of human breast cancer cells （MCF-7） on the gold electrode. In combination with an optical microscope simulation experiment, the cel...The quartz crystal microbalance （QCM） was used to monitor the one-day incubation of human breast cancer cells （MCF-7） on the gold electrode. In combination with an optical microscope simulation experiment, the cell-population pictures at various stages, the QCM responses to the cells＇ adhesion, spreading and proliferation on the electrode surface were discussed. The △f0 and △R1 responses were found mainly from mixed effects of viscodensity and surface stress, and in proportion to the cell coverage, rather than to the number of cells at the electrode. The significant fore-and-aft changes in cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of the ferri-ferrocyanide redox couple also proved that the cells were adhesion to the gold surface.展开更多
Tamoxifen citrate (TAM) has been used to treat breast cancer in women for many years. The com-parative effects of TAM in inducing apoptosis were evaluated in estrogen receptor-positive (ER- positive MCF-7) and estroge...Tamoxifen citrate (TAM) has been used to treat breast cancer in women for many years. The com-parative effects of TAM in inducing apoptosis were evaluated in estrogen receptor-positive (ER- positive MCF-7) and estrogen receptor-negative (ER-negative MDA-MB-231) human breast cancer cell lines in vitro in order to determine if these two cell lines differ in their sensitivity to TAM. Mi-tochondrial membrane permeability potential disruption was assessed in both cell lines by a lip-ophilic cationic dye (DePsipher assay, Trevigen, Inc.) utilizing fluorescence microscopy. Using this specific fluorochrome, we were able to associate mitochondrial membrane disruption to early, mid-, and late apoptotic cells. TAM induced cell death via apoptosis in both ER-positive and ER- negative cells, however, apoptosis induction was more pronounced in ER-positive MCF-7 compared to ER-negative MDA-MB-231 breast cancer cells. These findings may have some therapeutic use in the treatment of estrogen dependent and estrogen independent breast cancer.展开更多
A hammerhead ribozyme which site-specifically cleaved the GUC position in canon 880 of the mdr1 mRNA was designed. The target site was chosen between the two ATP binding sites, which may be important for the function ...A hammerhead ribozyme which site-specifically cleaved the GUC position in canon 880 of the mdr1 mRNA was designed. The target site was chosen between the two ATP binding sites, which may be important for the function of the P-Gp as an ATP-dependent pump. A DNA sequence encoding the ribozyme gene was then incorporated into a eukaryotic expression vector (pH Apr-1 neo) and transfected into the breast cancer cell line MCF-7/Adr, which is resistant to adriamycin and expresses the MDR phenotype. The ribozyme was stably expressed in the cell line by the RNA dot blotting assay. The result of Northern blot assay showed that the expressed ribozyme could decrease the level of mdrl mRNA expression by 83. 5 %; and the expressed ribozyme could inhibite the formation of p-glycoprotein detected by immuno- cy-tochemistry assay and could reduce the cell’s resistance to adrimycin; this means that the resistant cells were 1 000-fold more resistant than the parental cell line(MCF-7), whereas those cell clones that showed ribozyme expression were only 6-fold more resistant than the parental cell line. These results show that a potentially useful tool is at hand which may inactivate MDR1 mRNA and revert the multidrug resistance phenotype.展开更多
Background: Breast cancer is a type of cancer that affects more women throughout the world, in developing anddeveloped countries. 2-AEH2P is a phospholipid analog of cellular membrane, which makes it different from ex...Background: Breast cancer is a type of cancer that affects more women throughout the world, in developing anddeveloped countries. 2-AEH2P is a phospholipid analog of cellular membrane, which makes it different from existing molecules fortheir absorption, stability and display anti-inflammatory, anti-proliferative and pro-apoptotic properties. Methods: MCF-7 humanbreast adenocarcinoma cells were treated with 2-AEH2P. The viability and adhesion cells were evaluated by MTT assay. Cell cyclephases, apoptosis, markers and mitochondrial potential were assessed by flow cytometry. Morphological ultrastructural analyzeswere performed by laser confocal microscopy. Results: MCF-7 Tumor cells acquired round shapes, lost cytoplasmic expansions,formed clusters in suspension and decreased significantly viability. There were changes in the morphology, membrane fragmentationand loss of cytoplasmic projection. The obtained concentrations for IC50% were 37.2;25.8;1.8 mM for periods of 24, 48 and 72 h,respectively. Changes in the distribution of cell population phases of the cell cycle showed an increase in fragmented DNA and anincrease in the G2/M phase. The expression β-gal showed proliferative reduction induced by 2-AEH2P. Laser confocal microscopyshowed changes in the mitochondrial membrane and alteration in distribution. Proliferative index of MCF-7 tumor cells treated with2-AEH2P decreased significantly when compared to fibroblast normal cells. The compound 2-AEH2P is a phospholipid withantiproliferative potential and apoptosis modulator.展开更多
基金Supported by International Islamic University Malaysia(EDW B11-024-0502 and EDW B11-216-0694)
文摘Objective:To screen the cytotoxic activity of Melasloma malabathricum(M,malubathricum)against human breast carreer cell line(MCF-7)in vitro.Methods:A three steps extraction protocol using n-hexane,chloroform and methanol as the solvents systems was carried out on leaves,stems and flowers of M.nalabathricum.Dimethyl sulfoxide was used in extracts dilution and serial dilutions were conducted to obtain five different extract concentrations(100μg/mL,50μg/mL,25μg/mL,123μg/rnL and 6.25μg/mL).The evaluation of cell growth was determined using methylene blue assay.Results:Methanol extract from the leaves showed significant anticancer activity against MCF-7cell lines with the TC_(50)value of 7.14μg/ml while methanol and chloroform extract from the flowers exhibited a moderate activity towards MCF-7 cell line,with the IC_(50)value of 33.63μg/mL and 45.76μg/mL respectively after 72 h of treatment.Conclusions:The extracts from leaves and flowers of M.nulabatkricum showed promising anticancer activity toward human breast cancer cell lines with the lowest IC_(50)at 7.14μg/mL while the extracts from stems showed less growth inhibition activity.
基金supported by Indian Council of Medical Research,New Delhi(grant No.59/6/200/BMS/TRM)
文摘Objective:To investigate the anticancer property of marine sediment actinomvceles against two different breast cancer cell lines.Methods:In vitro anticancer activity was carried out against breast(MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231)cancer cell lines.Partial sequences of the 16s rRNA gene,phylogenetic tree construction,multiple sequence analysis and secondary structure analysis were also carried out with the actinomycetes isolates.Results:Of the selected five actinomycete isolates,ACT01 and ACT02 showed the IC_(50)value with(10.13±0.92)and(22.34±5.82)μg/mL concentrations,respectively for MCF-7 cell line at 48 h,but ACT01 showed the minimum(18.54±2.49μg/mL)level of IC_(50)value with MDA-MB-231 cell line.Further,the 16s rRNA partial sequences of ACT01,ACT02,ACT03,ACT04 and ACT05 isolates were also deposited in NCBI data bank with the accession numbers of GQ478246,GQ478247,GQ478248,GQ478249 and GQ478250.respectively.The phylogenetic tree analysis showed that,the isolates of ACT02 and ACT03 were represented in groupⅠandⅢ,respectively,but ACT01 and ACT02 were represented in groupⅡ.The multiple sequence alignment of the actinomycete isolates showed that,the maximum identical conserved regions were identified with the nucleotide regions of 125 to 221st base pairs,65 to 119th base pairs and 55,48 and 31st base pairs.Secondary structure prediction of the 16s rRNA showed that,the maximum free energy was consumed with ACT03 isolate(-45.4 kkal/mol)and the minimum free energy was consumed with ACT04 isolate(-57.6 kkal/mol).Conclusions:The actinomycete isolates of ACT01 and ACT02(GQ478246 and GQ478247)which are isolated from sediment sample can be further used as anticancer agents against breast cancer cell lines.
基金This project was supported by Scientific Foundation of Nanjing Medical University(CX2002004)
文摘Objective： To study the inhibition of proliferation of breast cancer by small interfering RNA（siRNA） targeting human prolactin （hPRLR） and the underlying mechanisms. Methods：The siRNA targeting hPRLR was chemically synthesized and transfected into MCF-7 cells, the expression of hPRLR was analyzed by real-time quantitive PCR, cell growth inhibition was measured with MTT assay, cell cycle of the transfected cells was examined by flow cytometry, meanwhile, expression of cyclin D1 was tested by semi-quantitative RT-PCR, Results：24 h after transfection with 100 nmol/L siRNA-PRLR, the expression of hPRLR mRNA was suppressed by 65%, cells in G1 phase increased, but cells in S phase decreased. Down regulated hPRLR expression exhibited significant inhibition in cell proliferation. And the expression of cyclin D 1 was down regulated. Conclusion：The results indicate that siRNA-hPRLR is a useful tool for silencing hPRLR expression and inhibiting cell proliferation in breast cancer MCF-7 cell line, and it may be a possible new approach for breast cancer gene therapy.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(20275010,20335020)the Basic Research Special Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2003CCC00700)the Foundation of the Ministry of Education(M0E)of China(jiaorensi[2000]26,jiaojisi[2000]65).
文摘The quartz crystal microbalance （QCM） was used to monitor the one-day incubation of human breast cancer cells （MCF-7） on the gold electrode. In combination with an optical microscope simulation experiment, the cell-population pictures at various stages, the QCM responses to the cells＇ adhesion, spreading and proliferation on the electrode surface were discussed. The △f0 and △R1 responses were found mainly from mixed effects of viscodensity and surface stress, and in proportion to the cell coverage, rather than to the number of cells at the electrode. The significant fore-and-aft changes in cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of the ferri-ferrocyanide redox couple also proved that the cells were adhesion to the gold surface.
文摘Tamoxifen citrate (TAM) has been used to treat breast cancer in women for many years. The com-parative effects of TAM in inducing apoptosis were evaluated in estrogen receptor-positive (ER- positive MCF-7) and estrogen receptor-negative (ER-negative MDA-MB-231) human breast cancer cell lines in vitro in order to determine if these two cell lines differ in their sensitivity to TAM. Mi-tochondrial membrane permeability potential disruption was assessed in both cell lines by a lip-ophilic cationic dye (DePsipher assay, Trevigen, Inc.) utilizing fluorescence microscopy. Using this specific fluorochrome, we were able to associate mitochondrial membrane disruption to early, mid-, and late apoptotic cells. TAM induced cell death via apoptosis in both ER-positive and ER- negative cells, however, apoptosis induction was more pronounced in ER-positive MCF-7 compared to ER-negative MDA-MB-231 breast cancer cells. These findings may have some therapeutic use in the treatment of estrogen dependent and estrogen independent breast cancer.
基金This research was supported by the National Natural ScienceYouth Grant.
文摘A hammerhead ribozyme which site-specifically cleaved the GUC position in canon 880 of the mdr1 mRNA was designed. The target site was chosen between the two ATP binding sites, which may be important for the function of the P-Gp as an ATP-dependent pump. A DNA sequence encoding the ribozyme gene was then incorporated into a eukaryotic expression vector (pH Apr-1 neo) and transfected into the breast cancer cell line MCF-7/Adr, which is resistant to adriamycin and expresses the MDR phenotype. The ribozyme was stably expressed in the cell line by the RNA dot blotting assay. The result of Northern blot assay showed that the expressed ribozyme could decrease the level of mdrl mRNA expression by 83. 5 %; and the expressed ribozyme could inhibite the formation of p-glycoprotein detected by immuno- cy-tochemistry assay and could reduce the cell’s resistance to adrimycin; this means that the resistant cells were 1 000-fold more resistant than the parental cell line(MCF-7), whereas those cell clones that showed ribozyme expression were only 6-fold more resistant than the parental cell line. These results show that a potentially useful tool is at hand which may inactivate MDR1 mRNA and revert the multidrug resistance phenotype.
基金Fundação de Amparo a Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo–FAPESP(Process number 2014/02344-1)Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico–CNPq(Process number 305056/2019-0).
文摘Background: Breast cancer is a type of cancer that affects more women throughout the world, in developing anddeveloped countries. 2-AEH2P is a phospholipid analog of cellular membrane, which makes it different from existing molecules fortheir absorption, stability and display anti-inflammatory, anti-proliferative and pro-apoptotic properties. Methods: MCF-7 humanbreast adenocarcinoma cells were treated with 2-AEH2P. The viability and adhesion cells were evaluated by MTT assay. Cell cyclephases, apoptosis, markers and mitochondrial potential were assessed by flow cytometry. Morphological ultrastructural analyzeswere performed by laser confocal microscopy. Results: MCF-7 Tumor cells acquired round shapes, lost cytoplasmic expansions,formed clusters in suspension and decreased significantly viability. There were changes in the morphology, membrane fragmentationand loss of cytoplasmic projection. The obtained concentrations for IC50% were 37.2;25.8;1.8 mM for periods of 24, 48 and 72 h,respectively. Changes in the distribution of cell population phases of the cell cycle showed an increase in fragmented DNA and anincrease in the G2/M phase. The expression β-gal showed proliferative reduction induced by 2-AEH2P. Laser confocal microscopyshowed changes in the mitochondrial membrane and alteration in distribution. Proliferative index of MCF-7 tumor cells treated with2-AEH2P decreased significantly when compared to fibroblast normal cells. The compound 2-AEH2P is a phospholipid withantiproliferative potential and apoptosis modulator.
