The nitrone spin trap 5,5-dimethyl-1-pyrroline N-oxide (DMPO) is commonly used to study free radicals. Due to its free radical trapping properties, DMPO is thought to reduce free radial-mediated oxidative damage and other related cellular responses. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of DMPO on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inflammation, endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, and apoptosis in RAW 264.7 cells. The results showed that DMPO at 50 mM inhibited inducible nitric oxide synthase expression when added shortly after LPS treatment (≤3 h). Interestingly, DMPO increased anti-inflammatory heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) expression and reversed LPS-induced decrease in HO-1 expression. LPS could increase cellular ER stress as indicated by C/EBP homologous protein (CHOP) induction; DMPO reduced LPS effect on CHOP expression. Unexpectedly, DMPO had a synergistic effect with LPS on increased caspase-3 activity. Overall, DMPO harbors multiple modulating effects but may induce apoptosis in LPS-stressed cells when given at 50 mM, an effective dose for its anti-inflammatory activity in vitro. Our data provide clues for further understanding of the nitrone spin trap with therapeutic potential. 相似文献
Background: The field of addiction studies (AS) has grown in the last several decades. However, little is known about the structure and conditions of current academic programs. Only two studies have examined AS programs in the U.S., and both were conducted almost 15 years ago. The current study was designed to identify AS programs existing in the U.S. universities.
Methods: We conducted an Internet search to identify university-based programs according to defined key words. The university program websites were then subjected to content analysis.
Results: A total of 333 U.S. universities were identified that offered 392 different academic programs in AS of which 302 were degree programs. Out of these, 161 (53%) programs were offered at the associate degree level, 48 (15,9%) at the bachelor’s level, 55 (18.2%) at the master’s level, and 5 (1.6%) at the doctorate level. The largest number of programs was in California. Two states in the U.S. had no identifiable programs. Only one university located in the state of New York offered comprehensive academic programs across the educational spectrum. Many of the academic programs offered certificates. The most common phrases used in program titles were “substance abuse”, “addiction studies/counseling”, and “chemical dependency”.
Conclusions: There is a wide range of academic AS programs in the U.S., although their focus is mostly on clinical training rather than on research or drug policy. Future surveys such as this one would benefit from greater attention to issues related to certification, licensing, and academic curricula. 相似文献
Objective: To study the association between obesity and P‐wave duration and dispersion (Pd) in order to evaluate the potential risk for atrial fibrillation development in Chinese subjects using the definitions applied for Asian populations. Methods: The study population consisted of 40 obese (body mass index (BMI) ≥ 25 Kg/m2, according to the World Health Organization classification for the Asian population) subjects and 20 age‐ and sex‐matched normal weight controls. Maximum P‐wave duration (Pmax), minimum P‐wave duration (Pmin), and Pd were carefully measured using a 12‐lead electrocardiogram, while the presence of interatrial block (IAB; P ≥ 110 ms) was assessed. Results: There were no significant differences between the two groups regarding age, sex, history of hypertension or diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. Compared to controls, BMI, left atrial diameter (LAD), and interventricular septal thickness were increased, while Pmax (111.9 ± 9.3 vs 101.1 ± 6.0 ms, P < 0.01) and Pd (47.9 ± 9.3 vs 31.8 ± 6.9 ms, P < 0.01) were significantly prolonged in the obese group. Pmin was similar between the two groups. The prevalence of IAB was significantly greater in the obese subjects. Pearson's correlation analysis showed that there were positive correlations between Pd and BMI (r = 0.6, P < 0.001), as well as between Pd and LAD (r = 0.366, P < 0.05). Conclusion: Our data suggest that obesity is associated with increased Pmax and Pd, and increased prevalence of IAB, parameters that have been associated with atrial fibrillation. The correlation of these electrocardiogram parameters with LAD indicates an association between increased BMI and atrial remodeling in Asian subjects. Ann Noninvasive Electrocardiol 2010;15(3):259–263 相似文献
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