Toll-like receptor 5 (TLR5) signaling in response to flagellin is dispensable for inducing humoral immunity, but alterations of aa 89-96, the TLR5 binding site, significantly reduced the adjuvanticity of flagellin. ...Toll-like receptor 5 (TLR5) signaling in response to flagellin is dispensable for inducing humoral immunity, but alterations of aa 89-96, the TLR5 binding site, significantly reduced the adjuvanticity of flagellin. These observations indicate that the underlying mechanism remains incompletely understood. Here, we found that the native form of Salmonella typhimurium aa 89-96-mutant flagellin extracted from flagella retains some TLR5 recognition activity, indicating that aa 89-96 is the primary, but not the only site that imparts TLR5 activity. Additionally, this mutation impaired the production of IL-lp and IL-18. Using TLR5KO mice, we found that aa 89-96 is critical for the humoral adjuvant effect, but this effect was independent of TLR5 activation triggered by this region of flageUin. In summary, our findings suggest that aa 89-96 of flagellin is not only the crucial site responsible for TLR5 recognition, but is also important for humoral immune adjuvanticity through a TLR5-independent pathway.展开更多
A novel coordination polymer, namely [Zn2(CAPA)(DMA)(H2O)]2n·n(H2O)(1,H4CAPA = 5-(bis(4-carboxybenzyl) amino) isophthalic acid, DMA = N,N-dimethylacetamide) has been synthesized through a solvotherm...A novel coordination polymer, namely [Zn2(CAPA)(DMA)(H2O)]2n·n(H2O)(1,H4CAPA = 5-(bis(4-carboxybenzyl) amino) isophthalic acid, DMA = N,N-dimethylacetamide) has been synthesized through a solvothermal method and characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction, elemental analysis, infrared spectra, and thermogravimetric analyses. The crystal structure is of monoclinic, space group P21/n with a = 8.0585(5), b = 18.9733(10), c = 20.2044(14) A^°3, β = 101.144(7)°, V = 3030.9(3) ?~3, C56H54Zn4N4O21, Mr = 1378.58, Z = 2). The compound forms a three-dimensional(3D) supramolecular framework by linking adjacent layers via hydrogen bonds and π···π interactions. It is interesting that the crystal structure is much related to the flexibility and configuration of the ligand. In addition, the thermal stability and luminescence properties for the compound have also been investigated.展开更多
High Fischer ratio oligopeptides(HFROs)are a group of oligopeptides containing high levels of branched-chain amino acids(BCAA)and low levels of aromatic amino acids(AAA).HFROs have received a lot of attention as they ...High Fischer ratio oligopeptides(HFROs)are a group of oligopeptides containing high levels of branched-chain amino acids(BCAA)and low levels of aromatic amino acids(AAA).HFROs have received a lot of attention as they are believed to have significant physiological activities,including antioxidant,liver damage repair,anti-fatigue,anti-tumor and energy supply to the body.HFROs are available from a wide range of sources and both plant and animal proteins can be used to prepare HFROs but the physiological tolerability and rejection of special populations needs to be considered.Enzymatic hydrolysis is the most common method for the preparation of HFROs,but optimization of the separation and purification process is still needed in the future.Diseases caused by disruptions in the balance of BCAA and AAA in the blood,such as hepatic encephalopathy,can be treated by supplementing HFROs with drugs or food.In addition,HFROs are able to reduce fatigue feedback and assist in the treatment of phenylketonuria at the molecular nutrient level.The aim of this review is to review recent research on HFROs and provide new perspectives on the high value use of crops and the development of novel functional and special medical purpose foods.展开更多
文摘Toll-like receptor 5 (TLR5) signaling in response to flagellin is dispensable for inducing humoral immunity, but alterations of aa 89-96, the TLR5 binding site, significantly reduced the adjuvanticity of flagellin. These observations indicate that the underlying mechanism remains incompletely understood. Here, we found that the native form of Salmonella typhimurium aa 89-96-mutant flagellin extracted from flagella retains some TLR5 recognition activity, indicating that aa 89-96 is the primary, but not the only site that imparts TLR5 activity. Additionally, this mutation impaired the production of IL-lp and IL-18. Using TLR5KO mice, we found that aa 89-96 is critical for the humoral adjuvant effect, but this effect was independent of TLR5 activation triggered by this region of flageUin. In summary, our findings suggest that aa 89-96 of flagellin is not only the crucial site responsible for TLR5 recognition, but is also important for humoral immune adjuvanticity through a TLR5-independent pathway.
基金supported by the “Strategic Priority Research Program” of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDA07070200,XDA09030102)the Science Foundation of Fujian Province(2006l2005)
文摘A novel coordination polymer, namely [Zn2(CAPA)(DMA)(H2O)]2n·n(H2O)(1,H4CAPA = 5-(bis(4-carboxybenzyl) amino) isophthalic acid, DMA = N,N-dimethylacetamide) has been synthesized through a solvothermal method and characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction, elemental analysis, infrared spectra, and thermogravimetric analyses. The crystal structure is of monoclinic, space group P21/n with a = 8.0585(5), b = 18.9733(10), c = 20.2044(14) A^°3, β = 101.144(7)°, V = 3030.9(3) ?~3, C56H54Zn4N4O21, Mr = 1378.58, Z = 2). The compound forms a three-dimensional(3D) supramolecular framework by linking adjacent layers via hydrogen bonds and π···π interactions. It is interesting that the crystal structure is much related to the flexibility and configuration of the ligand. In addition, the thermal stability and luminescence properties for the compound have also been investigated.
基金the Zhongyuan Scholars in Henan Province(192101510004)Major Science and Technology Projects for Public Welfare of Henan Province(201300110300)+2 种基金Key Technology ResearchDevelopment and Demonstration Applications for Integrated Development of the Whole Wheat Industry Chain(221100110700)Central Government Guides Local Funds for Science and Technology Development(Z20221341069).
文摘High Fischer ratio oligopeptides(HFROs)are a group of oligopeptides containing high levels of branched-chain amino acids(BCAA)and low levels of aromatic amino acids(AAA).HFROs have received a lot of attention as they are believed to have significant physiological activities,including antioxidant,liver damage repair,anti-fatigue,anti-tumor and energy supply to the body.HFROs are available from a wide range of sources and both plant and animal proteins can be used to prepare HFROs but the physiological tolerability and rejection of special populations needs to be considered.Enzymatic hydrolysis is the most common method for the preparation of HFROs,but optimization of the separation and purification process is still needed in the future.Diseases caused by disruptions in the balance of BCAA and AAA in the blood,such as hepatic encephalopathy,can be treated by supplementing HFROs with drugs or food.In addition,HFROs are able to reduce fatigue feedback and assist in the treatment of phenylketonuria at the molecular nutrient level.The aim of this review is to review recent research on HFROs and provide new perspectives on the high value use of crops and the development of novel functional and special medical purpose foods.