Advances and Challenges in Antiviral Development for Respiratory Viruses by Luis Adrián De Jesús-González, Moisés León-Juárez, Flor Itzel Lira-Hernández, Bruno Rivas-Santiago, Manuel Adrián Velázquez-Cervantes, Iridiana Monserrat Méndez-Delgado, Daniela Itzel Macías-Guerrero, Jonathan Hernández-Castillo, Ximena Hernández-Rodríguez, Daniela Nahomi Calderón-Sandate, Willy Salvador Mata-Martínez, José Manuel Reyes-Ruíz, Juan Fidel Osuna-Ramos, Ana Cristina García-Herrera

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The current state of knowledge on the role of NKG2D ligands in multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases by Aleksandra Pogoda-Wesołowska, Nina Sługocka, Agnieszka Synowiec, Klaudia Brodaczewska, Marcin Mejer-Zahorowski, Maciej Ziękiewicz, Wojciech Szypowski, Piotr Szymański, Adam Stępień

“…In this review, we aim to describe the role of NKG2D and NKG2DLs, and their interactions in the pathogenesis of MS, as well as in other autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and celiac disease (CeD). …”
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Legionella pneumophila IrsA, a novel, iron-regulated exoprotein that facilitates growth in low-iron conditions and modulates biofilm formation by Alberto E. Lopez, Joshua Mayoral, Huaixin Zheng, Nicholas P. Cianciotto

“…Thus, our results have important implications for understanding iron assimilation, biofilm formation, and pathogenesis.…”
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Transmantle pressure under the influence of free breathing: non-invasive quantification of the aqueduct pressure gradient in healthy adults by Pan Liu, Kimi Owashi, Heimiri Monnier, Serge Metanbou, Cyrille Capel, Olivier Balédent

“…Abstract Background The pressure gradient between the ventricles and the subarachnoid space (transmantle pressure) is crucial for understanding CSF circulation and the pathogenesis of certain neurodegenerative diseases. This pressure can be approximated by the pressure difference across the aqueduct (ΔP). …”
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Comparative Analysis of Immunoactivation by Nanosecond Pulsed Electric Fields and PD-1 Blockade in Murine Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Maiweilidan Yimingjiang, Talaiti Tuergan, Xinhua Chen, Hao Wen, Yingmei Shao, RuiQing Zhang, Kasimu Aihaiti, Jing Xue, Tuerganaili Aji, Wei Zhang

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The Correlation between FSTL1 Expression and Airway Remodeling in Asthmatics by Yahui Liu, Tian Liu, Jinxiang Wu, Tao Li, Xingai Jiao, Haiqing Zhang, Jiping Zhao, Junfei Wang, Lin Liu, Liuzhao Cao, Shuo Li, Jiawei Xu, Jianfeng Xu, Xiaohui Ma, Lei Yang, Liang Dong

“…Recent studies suggest that FSTL1 may participate in the pathogenesis of asthma. Objectives. To analyze the association between FSTL1 and some parameters and inspect the role of FSTL1 in asthma. …”
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MSCs with upregulated lipid metabolism block hematopoietic stem cell differentiation via exosomal CTP-1A in MDS by Chunlai Yin, Xue Yan, Jinyi Ren, Cheng Zhang, Jiaqing Liu, Zilong Wang, Jing Liu, Weiping Li, Xia Li

“…Elucidating the mechanism underlying the dysfunction of MDS-HSCs is crucial for exploring the pathogenesis of the syndrome. While previous studies have implicated mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), a principal component of the bone marrow (BM) microenvironment, in the inhibition of normal hematopoiesis, the precise molecular mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. …”
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Identifying a Serum Exosomal-Associated lncRNA/circRNA-miRNA-mRNA Network in Coronary Heart Disease by Jia Mao, Yufei Zhou, Licheng Lu, Ping Zhang, Runhua Ren, Yaqiong Wang, Jing Wang

“…Our findings provide a novel perspective on the potential role of exosomal-associated ceRNA network regulation of the pathogenesis of CHD.…”
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HIV-associated Lipodystrophy Syndrome: A Review of Clinical Aspects by Jean-Guy Baril, Patrice Junod, Roger LeBlanc, Harold Dion, Rachel Therrien, François Laplante, Julian Falutz, Pierre Côté, Marie-Nicole Hébert, Richard Lalonde, Normand Lapointe, Dominic Lévesque, Lyse Pinault, Danielle Rouleau, Cécile Tremblay, Benoît Trottier, Sylvie Trottier, Chris Tsoukas, Karl Weiss

“…The present article reviews the current state of knowledge of the definition, symptoms, risk factors, pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of the morphological changes associated with lipodystrophy syndrome.…”
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Increased pro-SFTPB in HDL promotes the pro-inflammatory transition of HDL and represents a sign of poor prognosis in ARDS patients by Liu Yang, Zhuo Xu, Zhenyan Wang, Fangping Ding, Zhipeng Wu, Xiaoqian Shi, Jing Wang, Yingmin Ma, Jiawei Jin

“…High-density lipoprotein (HDL) showed critical anti-inflammatory roles by modulating macrophage function, and its adverse transition to pro-inflammation has an important role in the pathogenesis of ARDS. However, the relationship between HDL protein constituents and functional remodeling is unknown in ARDS. …”
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TET1 is a Tumor Suppressor That Inhibits Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma Cell Migration and Invasion by Shuang Yu, Yali Yin, Shubin Hong, Siting Cao, Yanrui Huang, Shuwei Chen, Yujie Liu, Hongyu Guan, Quan Zhang, Yanbing Li, Haipeng Xiao

“…The study showed that TET1 dysfunction inhibited the migration and invasion of BCPAP cells and might have a potential role in the pathogenesis of PTC.…”
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Characterisation of HBV and co-infection with HDV and HIV through spatial transcriptomics by Upkar S Gill, Patrick T F Kennedy, Andrew Hall, Rageshri Dhairyawan, Alberto Quaglia, James M Harris, Colin Nixon, Fadi Issa, Amy Cross, Edward Arbe-Barnes, Jane A McKeating, Dimitra Peppa

“…Transcriptional differences in hepatocyte function suggest disrupted metabolic processes in HDV/HBV co-infection potentially impacting disease progression.Conclusion This proof-of-principle study shows the value of this platform in investigating the complex immune landscape, highlighting relevant host pathways to disease pathogenesis.…”
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Investigation of gut microbiota in pediatric patients with peanut allergy in outpatient settings by Shouming Li, Jingyi Huang, Yunyun Xie, Di Wang, Xin Tan, Yufan Wang

“…The observed shifts in microbial communities, particularly the increase in Proteobacteria and the decrease in beneficial bacteria such as Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes, underscore the potential role of the gut microbiome in the pathogenesis of peanut allergy. These results suggest that modulating the gut microbiota may be a viable therapeutic strategy for managing peanut allergy and highlight the need for further research to explore the clinical implications of these microbial changes.…”
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The Impact of Osteopontin Gene Variations on Multiple Sclerosis Development and Progression by Cristoforo Comi, Giuseppe Cappellano, Annalisa Chiocchetti, Elisabetta Orilieri, Sara Buttini, Laura Ghezzi, Daniela Galimberti, Franca Guerini, Nadia Barizzone, Franco Perla, Maurizio Leone, Sandra D’Alfonso, Domenico Caputo, Elio Scarpini, Roberto Cantello, Umberto Dianzani

“…Several reports suggest its involvement in multiple sclerosis (MS) pathogenesis. We previously reported that OPN gene variations at the 3′ end are a predisposing factor for MS development and evolution. …”
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The Potential Role of Regulatory B Cells in Idiopathic Membranous Nephropathy by Zhaocheng Dong, Zhiyuan Liu, Haoran Dai, Wenbin Liu, Zhendong Feng, Qihan Zhao, Yu Gao, Fei Liu, Na Zhang, Xuan Dong, Xiaoshan Zhou, Jieli Du, Guangrui Huang, Xuefei Tian, Baoli Liu

“…Our review aims at highlighting the correlation between Breg and IMN and proposes potential mechanisms, which can provide a new direction for the discovery of the pathogenesis of IMN, thus providing a new strategy for the prevention and early treatment of IMN.…”
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Chemokines Profiling of Patients with Preterm Birth by Piotr Laudanski, Adam Lemancewicz, Pawel Kuc, Karol Charkiewicz, Barbara Ramotowska, Malgorzata Kretowska, Elwira Jasinska, Grzegorz Raba, Katarzyna Karwasik-Kajszczarek, Janusz Kraczkowski, Tadeusz Laudanski

“…On the basis of our findings, it seems that the chemokines may play role in the pathogenesis of preterm labor. Defining their potential as biochemical markers of preterm birth requires further investigation on larger group of patients.…”
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Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor 1 Is Required for Human Umbilical Cord–Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell–Mediated Rheumatoid Arthritis Therapy by Guangyang Liu, Herui Wang, Chenliang Zhang, Xin Li, Yi Mi, Yaoyao Chen, Liqiang Xu, Li Miao, Haomiao Long, Yongjun Liu

“…One of the key cytokines involved in the pathogenesis of RA is tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), which plays a crucial role in the differentiation of T cells and B cells and serves as a primary trigger of inflammation and joint damage in RA. …”
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NUDT21 regulates lysyl oxidase-like 2(LOXL2) to influence ECM protein cross-linking in silica-induced pulmonary fibrosis by Lan Peng, Wenqing Sun, Demin Cheng, Xinying Jia, Wenxiu Lian, Ziwei Li, Haojie Xiong, Ting Wang, Yi Liu, Chunhui Ni

“…However, few researchers have investigated the role of LOXL2 in the pathogenesis of silicosis. In this study, we demonstrated that LOXL2 is upregulated in silica-inhaled mouse lung tissue and in a TGF-β-induced fibroblast model. …”
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The Differential Expressions and Associations of Intracellular and Extracellular GRP78/Bip with Disease Activity and Progression in Rheumatoid Arthritis by Guoyin Liu, Jianping Wu, Yongqiang Wang, Yuansheng Xu, Chun Xu, Guilin Fang, Xin Li, Jianmin Chen

“…The presence of intracellular and extracellular GRP78/Bip was associated with disease activity and progression of RA, suggesting the involvement of GRP78/Bip in the pathogenesis and development of this debilitating autoimmune disorder, as well as its potential as a biomarker for monitoring disease activity and progression of RA.…”
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Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of Camellia sinensis L. extract as a potential therapeutic for atopic dermatitis through NF-κB pathway inhibition by Min Jung Kim, Ye Jin Yang, Ga-Yul Min, Ji Woong Heo, Jae Dong Son, Young Zoo You, Hun Hwan Kim, Gon Sup Kim, Hu-Jang Lee, Ju-Hye Yang, Kwang Il Park

“…This study aimed to explore the potential of Camellia sinensis L. water extract (CSE) as a treatment for AD by the impact of CSE on inflammatory responses in keratinocytes, particularly concerning the production of inflammatory cytokines and the modulation of signaling pathways relevant to AD pathogenesis. CSE was obtained via hot water extraction from Camellia sinensis L. …”
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