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Gamma/delta T cells as cellular vehicles for anti-tumor immunity.

Adoptive cellular immunotherapy as a new paradigm to treat cancers is exemplified by the FDA approval of six chimeric antigen receptor-T cell therapies targeting hematological malignancies in recent years. Conventional αβ T cells applied in these therapies have proven efficacy but are confined almost exclusively to autologous use. When infused into patients with mismatched human leukocyte antigen, αβ T cells recognize tissues of such patients as foreign and elicit devastating graft-versus-host disease. Therefore, one way to overcome this challenge is to use naturally allogeneic immune cell typ

Repurposing anticancer drugs for the management of COVID-19.

Since its outbreak in the last December, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by SARS-CoV-2 has rapidly spread worldwide at a pandemic proportion and thus is regarded as a global public health emergency. The existing therapeutic options for COVID-19 beyond the intensive supportive care are limited, with an undefined or modest efficacy reported so far. Drug repurposing represents an enthusiastic mechanism to use approved drugs outside the scope of their original indication and accelerate the discovery of new therapeutic options. With the emergence of COVID-19, drug repurposing has been la

Precision Medicine in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Spotlight on Emerging Molecular Biomarkers.

Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) remain challenging in terms of understanding their causes and in terms of diagnosing, treating, and monitoring patients. Modern diagnosis combines biomarkers, imaging, and endoscopic methods. Common biomarkers like CRP and fecal calprotectin, while invaluable tools, have limitations and are not entirely specific to IBD. The limitations of existing markers and the invasiveness of endoscopic procedures highlight the need to discover and implement new markers. With an ideal biomarker, we could predict the risk of disease development, as well as the possibility of

The interplay of exercise and green tea: a new road in cancer therapy.

Exercise is one of the most important activities for every individual due to its proven health beneficials. Several investigations have highlighted the advantageous impacts of aerobic exercise, largely attributed to its capacity to enhance the body's capability to defend against threats against oxidative stress. The information currently accessible suggests that adding regular aerobic exercise to a daily routine greatly decreases the chances of developing serious cancer and passing away. An unevenness in the levels of free radicals and the body's antioxidant defenses, made up of enzyme and non

The Past, Present, and Future of Clinically Applied Chimeric Antigen Receptor-T-Cell Therapy.

Immunotherapy represents the fourth pillar of cancer therapy after surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T-cell therapy is an artificial immune cell therapy applied in clinical practice and is currently indicated for hematological malignancies, with cluster of differentiation 19 (CD19) as its target molecule. In this review, we discuss the past, present, and future of CAR-T-cell therapy. First, we summarize the various clinical trials that were conducted before the clinical application of CD19-targeted CAR-T-cell therapies began. Second, we discuss the accumulat

The multiple roles of interferon regulatory factor family in health and disease.

Interferon Regulatory Factors (IRFs), a family of transcription factors, profoundly influence the immune system, impacting both physiological and pathological processes. This review explores the diverse functions of nine mammalian IRF members, each featuring conserved domains essential for interactions with other transcription factors and cofactors. These interactions allow IRFs to modulate a broad spectrum of physiological processes, encompassing host defense, immune response, and cell development. Conversely, their pivotal role in immune regulation implicates them in the pathophysiology of v

Recent Advances in the Development and Utilization of Nanoparticles for the Management of Malignant Solid Tumors.

The purpose of nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems or novel drug delivery systems is to improve the effectiveness of therapy, and their promising properties have led to their increasing significance in the management of cancer. The researchers have primarily focused on designing novel nanocarriers, like nanoparticles (NPs), that can effectively deliver drugs to target cells and respond specifically to conditions particular to cancer. Whether passive or active targeting, these nanocarriers can deliver therapeutic cargoes to the tumor site to release the drug from the drug delivery system

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… In recent work, the anticancer medication DOX was synthesized as MSNPs functionalized with an aptamer that targets the epithelial cell adhesion molecule. Due to this adjustment, DOX may be given to colon cancer cells only, improving its therapeutic index and lowering its negative effects [ 79 ]. …

The Role of Chemokines in Obesity and Exercise-Induced Weight Loss.

Obesity is a global health crisis that is closely interrelated to many chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. This review provides an in-depth analysis of specific chemokines involved in the development of obesity, including C-C motif chemokine ligand 2 (CCL2), CCL3, CCL5, CCL7, C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 8 (CXCL8), CXCL9, CXCL10, CXCL14, and XCL1 (lymphotactin). These chemokines exacerbate the symptoms of obesity by either promoting the inflammatory response or by influencing metabolic pathways and recruiting immune cells. Additionally, the research highlights the po

New Insights into the Relationship between Gut Microbiota and Radiotherapy for Cancer.

Cancer is the second most common cause of death among humans in the world, and the threat that it presents to human health is becoming more and more serious. The mechanisms of cancer development have not yet been fully elucidated, and new therapies are changing with each passing day. Evidence from the literature has validated the finding that the composition and modification of gut microbiota play an important role in the development of many different types of cancer. The results also demonstrate that there is a bidirectional interaction between the gut microbiota and radiotherapy treatments f

Cellular Senescence and Aging: Mechanisms, Disease Convergence, and Therapeutic Frontiers.

Cellular senescence, a stress-induced, irreversible cell cycle arrest coupled with a proinflammatory secretory phenotype, has emerged as both a central driver of aging and a tractable therapeutic target. Although acute senescence contributes beneficially to tumor suppression and wound healing, chronic accumulation of senescent cells sustains systemic inflammaging and accelerates organ dysfunction. This review synthesizes current progress in aging biology into a unified mechanistic and translational framework. We first examine how primary aging hallmarks, such as genomic instability and epigene

Balancing the Scales: The Dual Role of Interleukins in Bone Metastatic Microenvironments.

Bone metastases, a common and debilitating consequence of advanced cancers, involve a complex interplay between malignant cells and the bone microenvironment. Central to this interaction are interleukins (ILs), a group of cytokines with critical roles in immune modulation and inflammation. This review explores the dualistic nature of pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory interleukins in bone metastases, emphasizing their molecular mechanisms, pathological impacts, and therapeutic potential. Pro-inflammatory interleukins, such as IL-1, IL-6, and IL-8, have been identified as key drivers in pro

Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma.

Thyroid cancers represent about 1% of all human cancers. Differentiate thyroid carcinomas (DTCs), papillary and follicular cancers, are the most frequent forms, instead Anaplastic Thyroid Carcinoma (ATC) is estimated to comprise 1-2% of thyroid malignancies and it accounts for 14-39% of thyroid cancer deaths. The annual incidence of ATC is about one to two cases/million, with the overall incidence being higher in Europe (and area of endemic goiter) than in USA. ATC has a more complex genotype than DTCs, with chromosomal aberrations present in 85-100% of cases. A small number of gene mutations

One step further in targeting acute leukemia by combining antibody-based immunotherapies and small molecule inhibitors.

BackgroundAcute leukemia is a bone marrow-related disease characterized by fast progression and the production of immature blood cells rather than normal ones that are classified as either acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Chemotherapy as a conventional treatment has many side effects, thus new medications that target intracellular molecules and cell surface markers on leukemic cells have been developed in the last decades.Main bodyThis review focuses on antibody-based targeted treatments, which so far, have been shown to improve the treatment outcomes, includ

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… CD cluster of differentiation, CTLA-4 cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated protein 4, PD-1 programmed cell death protein 1, PD-L1 Programmed death-ligand 1, TIM-3 T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin-domain containing-3, CLL-1 C-type lectin-like molecule-1, Gal-9 Galectin-9, EpCAM Epithelial cell adhesion molecule … CD cluster of differentiation, CTLA-4 cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated protein 4, PD-1 programmed cell death protein 1, PD-L1 Programmed death-ligand 1, TIM-3 T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin-domain containing-3, CLL-1 C-type lectin-like molecule-1, Gal-9 Galectin-9, EpCAM Epithelial cell adhesion molecule …

Therapeutic Potential of Autophagy Modulation in Cholangiocarcinoma.

Autophagy is a multistep catabolic process through which misfolded, aggregated or mutated proteins and damaged organelles are internalized in membrane vesicles called autophagosomes and ultimately fused to lysosomes for degradation of sequestered components. The multistep nature of the process offers multiple regulation points prone to be deregulated and cause different human diseases but also offers multiple targetable points for designing therapeutic strategies. Cancer cells have evolved to use autophagy as an adaptive mechanism to survive under extremely stressful conditions within the tumo

Antibody-drug conjugates in cancer therapy: current advances and prospects for breakthroughs.

Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), often referred to as "intelligent biological missiles," have garnered significant attention in the rapidly evolving landscape of cancer therapy. ADCs represent a sophisticated approach by integrating monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), which are particular targeting tumor antigens, with cytotoxic payloads, which deliver lethal effects. Compared with the combination of chemotherapy and mAbs, ADCs precisely deliver highly potent cytotoxins directly to tumor cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. However, limitations such as significant adverse effects, subop

Histone deacetylase 6: A new player in oxidative stress‑associated disorders and cancers (Review).

Histone deacetylase 6 (HDAC6), a distinctive member of the histone deacetylase family, plays a crucial role in regulating the cellular response to oxidative stress. Unlike other HDACs, HDAC6 primarily deacetylates non‑histone proteins, influencing various cellular functions critical to the pathogenesis of numerous oxidative stress‑related diseases. This review summarizes the latest research on how HDAC6 affects oxidative stress pathways and its impact on diseases such as neurodegeneration, cancer and cardiovascular disorders. Additionally, the therapeutic potential of targeting HDAC6, as evide

Global first-in-class drugs approved in 2023-2024: Breakthroughs and insights.

First-in-class (FIC) drugs are considered the main drivers of new drug discovery and have novel targets and mechanisms. The proportion of FIC drugs among new drugs provides fundamental guidance for both academic and pharmaceutical research. From a global perspective, 81 FIC drugs were approved in 2023 and 2024. Among them, small-molecule drugs account for a greater percentage (51.9%), illustrating the discovery of new chemical entities. Macromolecule drugs (48.1%), which mainly consist of antibody analogs, represent a growing trend as new biotechnology techniques have emerged. In terms of FIC

New landscapes and horizons in hepatocellular carcinoma therapy.

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is the sixth most frequent form of cancer and leads to the fourth highest number of deaths each year. HCC results from a combination of environmental factors and aging as there are driver mutations at oncogenes which occur during aging. Most of HCCs are diagnosed at advanced stage preventing curative therapies. Treatment in advanced stage is a challenging and pressing problem, and novel and well-tolerated therapies are urgently needed. We will discuss further advances beyond sorafenib that target additional signaling pathways and immune checkpoint proteins. The

The Biogenesis and Functions of piRNAs in Human Diseases.

Piwi-interacting RNAs (piRNAs) are a novel type of small noncoding RNAs, which are 26-30 nt in length and bind to Piwi proteins. These short RNAs were originally discovered in germline cells and are considered as key regulators for germline maintenance. A growing body of evidence has now extended our views into piRNA biological significance showing that they can also regulate gene expression in somatic cells through transposon silencing, epigenetic programming, DNA rearrangements, mRNA turnover, and translational control. Mounting studies have revealed that the dysregulation of piRNAs may caus

Последние достижения в области мезенхимической стволовой клеточной терапии для множественных склерозов: клинические виды применения и проблемы.

Множественный склероз (MS), хроническое аутоиммунное расстройство центральной нервной системы (CNS), характеризуется воспалением, обезвоживанием и нейродегенерацией, что приводит к различным клиническим проявлениям, таким, как усталость, сенсорное расстройство и когнитивная дисфункция. Текущее фармакологическое лечение направлено прежде всего на иммунную модуляцию, но не позволяет остановить прогрессию заболеваний или полностью обратить на нет повреждения CNS. Лечение стволовыми клетками (MSC) является многообещающей альтернативой, используя иммуномудуляторы, нейрозащиту и регенеративные спосо