Liquid Chromatography-mass Spectrometry Analysis Research Articles

Facile microwave-assisted synthesis of Sb2O3-CuO nanocomposites for catalytic degradation of p-nitrophenol

Recently, bimetallic nanocomposites have been prepared and used in the fields of sensing, catalysis, energy and medicine. However, there are few reports on the preparation and application of new antimony-metal nanocomposites based on two-dimensional antimonene (AM). Herein, Sb2O3-CuO nanocomposites were facilely synthesized by using microwave-assisted heating the mixture solution of AM and Cu2+ ions and utilized for catalytic degradation of p-nitrophenol (PNP). Interestingly, in the mixed solution of AM and various metal ions (Cu2+, Co2+, Mn2+), only the mixture of AM and Cu2+ ions showed efficient fading and absorption reduction effects on PNP after being heated. A series of characterization on morphology and elemental composition confirmed that the nanocomposites obtained after microwave heating was composed of Sb, Cu, O elements (namely Sb2O3-CuO), and was a layered structure loaded with numerous irregular particles. Compared with other catalysts, the nanocomposite has higher catalytic efficiency (the rate constant of 1.07 s−1), and was capable of degrading 96 % of PNP with only 3 s reaction. Electron spin resonance spectroscopy and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis demonstrated that the copper-mediated Fenton-like reaction in the nanocomposites induced hydroxyl radicals which can efficiently attack and degrade PNP. This study presents a novel approach to the synthesis of antimony-metal nanocomposites and provides a potential solution for the treatment of organic pollutants.

Potential of Marine Bacterial Metalloprotease A69 in the Preparation of Peanut Peptides with Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE)-Inhibitory and Antioxidant Properties.

Marine bacterial proteases have rarely been used to produce bioactive peptides, although many have been reported. This study aims to evaluate the potential of the marine bacterial metalloprotease A69 from recombinant Bacillus subtilis in the preparation of peanut peptides (PPs) with antioxidant activity and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)-inhibitory activity. Based on the optimization of the hydrolysis parameters of protease A69, a process for PPs preparation was set up in which the peanut protein was hydrolyzed by A69 at 3000 U g-1 and 60 °C, pH 7.0 for 4 h. The prepared PPs exhibited a high content of peptides with molecular weights lower than 1000 Da (>80%) and 3000 Da (>95%) and contained 17 kinds of amino acids. Moreover, the PPs displayed elevated scavenging of hydroxyl radical and 1,1-diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazyl radical, with IC50 values of 1.50 mg mL-1 and 1.66 mg mL-1, respectively, indicating the good antioxidant activity of the PPs. The PPs also showed remarkable ACE-inhibitory activity, with an IC50 value of 0.71 mg mL-1. By liquid chromatography mass spectrometry analysis, the sequences of 19 ACE inhibitory peptides and 15 antioxidant peptides were identified from the PPs. These results indicate that the prepared PPs have a good nutritional value, as well as good antioxidant and antihypertensive effects, and that the marine bacterial metalloprotease A69 has promising potential in relation to the preparation of bioactive peptides from peanut protein.

BiOIO3/Bi12SiO20 core-shell S-type heterojunction for efficient photocatalytic removal of bisphenol A: Performance and mechanism study

The construction of S-type heterostructures is a very promising strategy for removing bisphenol A. In this paper, BiOIO3/Bi12SiO20 S-type heterojunction with a core-shell structure was firstly prepared by a simple hydrothermal reaction. In the photocatalytic experiment of degrading bisphenol A, the degradation efficiency of bisphenol A by the BiOIO3/Bi12SiO20 catalyst was as high as 96 % within 20 min, and the mineralization rate also reached 63.2 %. In comparison to BiOIO3 (0.174 × 10−1 min−1) and Bi12SiO20 (0.127 × 10−1 min−1), respectively, the degradation rate k of bisphenol A by 11 % BIS was 1.724 × 10−1 min−1, which was 10 and 13 times greater. Even under the condition of pH 4, the photocatalytic degradation rate was as high as 91 % in 30 min. Therefore, 11 % BIS exhibited the highest catalytic performance and good stability. We also used the successfully synthesized catalysts to degrade bisphenol A in tap water and wastewater after secondary treatment in a wastewater treatment plant, and the degradation rates reached 85.7 % and 71.1 %, respectively, after 30 min of photocatalysis, demonstrating the applicability of the catalysts in practice. Meanwhile, the BET test also showed that the construction of S-type heterojunction increased the specific surface area and increased the active sites for the reaction, thus improving the photocatalytic effect. The formation mechanism of the S-type heterojunction was clarified by quenching experiments, ESR analysis, the UPS test, and other characterizations. It was proved that ·O2− was the main active species in the process of photocatalytic degradation of bisphenol A. The attack sites of bisphenol A were determined by density functional theory calculation, and the degradation pathway was proposed by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis. The toxicity changes of the photocatalytic degradation of bisphenol A were also investigated by the toxicity experiment of Escherichia coli. The development of this bismuth-based material's core-shell S-type heterostructure offers inspiration for the creation of high-performance catalysts.

Analysis of the Variation in Antioxidant Activity and Chemical Composition upon the Repeated Thermal Treatment of the By-Product of the Red Ginseng Manufacturing Process.

Steamed ginseng water (SGW) is a by-product of the repeated thermal processing of red ginseng, which is characterized by a high bioactive content, better skin care activity, and a large output. However, its value has been ignored, resulting in environmental pollution and resource waste. In this study, UHPLC-Q-Exactive-MS/MS liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and multivariate statistical analysis were conducted to characterize the compositional features of the repeated thermal-treated SGW. The antioxidant activity (DPPH, ABTS, FRAP, and OH) and chemical composition (total sugars, total saponins, and reducing and non-reducing sugars) were comprehensively evaluated based on the entropy weighting method. Four comparison groups (groups 1 and 3, groups 1 and 5, groups 1 and 7, and groups 1 and 9) were screened for 37 important common difference markers using OPLS-DA analysis. The entropy weight method was used to analyze the weights of the indicators; the seventh SGW sample was reported to have a significant weight. The results of this study suggest that heat treatment time and frequency can be an important indicator value for the quality control of SGW cycling operations, which have great potential in antioxidant products.

Novel Insights into Phaseolus vulgaris L. Sprouts: Phytochemical Analysis and Anti-Aging Properties.

Skin aging is an inevitable and intricate process instigated, among others, by oxidative stress. The search for natural sources that inhibit this mechanism is a promising approach to preventing skin aging. The purpose of our study was to evaluate the composition of phenolic compounds in the micellar extract of Phaseolus vulgaris sprouts. The results of a liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis revealed the presence of thirty-two constituents, including phenolic acids, flavanols, flavan-3-ols, flavanones, isoflavones, and other compounds. Subsequently, the extract was assessed for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-collagenase, anti-elastase, anti-tyrosinase, and cytotoxic properties, as well as for the evaluation of collagen synthesis. It was demonstrated that micellar extract from common bean sprouts has strong anti-aging properties. The performed WST-8 (a water-soluble tetrazolium salt) assay revealed that selected concentrations of extract significantly increased proliferation of human dermal fibroblasts compared to the control cells in a dose-dependent manner. A similar tendency was observed with respect to collagen synthesis. Our results suggest that micellar extract from Phaseolus vulgaris sprouts can be considered a promising anti-aging compound for applications in cosmetic formulations.

Recovery of phenolic compounds from orange juice solid waste by solid-liquid extraction

In the orange juice production process, industries generate enormous amounts of solid waste, significantly rich in high added value bioactive compounds, such as phenolic compounds. In this work, the separation process of solid-liquid extraction has been investigated to recover the polyphenol content from orange juice production wastes. The parameters studied were the solid-liquid ratio, type of solvent, temperature, ultrasounds application, and extraction time. For aqueous extractions, the optimum experimental conditions were achieved with the aid of ultrasounds, a solid-liquid ratio of 1:10 (on a mass/volume basis), a temperature of 80 °C and 10 min of extraction time, obtaining 12.55 ± 0.09 mg gallic acid/g dry mass. However, for hydroalcoholic extractions, the optimal experimental conditions were obtained without ultrasounds, a proportion of 65% EtOH-water v/v, a solid-liquid ratio of 1:10, a temperature of 40 °C, and 1 h, achieving 15.9 ± 0.1 mg gallic acid/g dry mass. A full characterisation revealed that the Navel variety contained more phenolic compounds and lower concentrations of sugars and chemical oxygen demand than the other studied varieties. Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis, confirmed that the highest recovery of flavanones was obtained with the Navel variety, being hesperidin the dominant compound at a concentration of 366.2 ± 0.9 mg/L.

Altered landscape of total RNA, tRNA and sncRNA modifications in the liver and spleen of mice infected by Toxoplasma gondii.

Pathogens can impact host RNA modification machinery to establish a favorable cellular environment for their replication. In the present study, we investigated the effect of Toxoplasma gondii infection on host RNA modification profiles and explored how these modifications may influence the host-parasite interaction. We analyzed the modification levels of ∼ 80 nt tRNA and 17-50 nt sncRNAs in mouse liver, spleen, and serum using liquid chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry analysis. The results revealed alterations in RNA modification profiles, particularly during acute infection. The liver exhibited more differentially abundant RNA modifications than the spleen. RNA modification levels in serum were mostly downregulated during acute infection compared to control mice. Correlations were detected between different RNA modifications in the liver and spleen during infection and between several RNA modifications and many cytokines. Alterations in RNA modifications affected tRNA stability and protein translation. These findings provide new insight into the role of RNA modifications in mediating the murine host response to T. gondii infection.

Characterization of HphA: The First Enzyme in the Homologation Pathway of l-Phenylalanine and l-Tyrosine.

Homologation of amino acids is the insertion or deletion of a methylene group to their side chain, which is a relatively uncommon chemical transformation observed in peptide natural product (NP) structure. Homologated amino acids can potentially make the NP more stable in a biological system, but its biosynthesis is yet to be understood. This study biochemically characterized the first of three unexplored enzymes in the homologation pathway of l-phenylalanine and l-tyrosine. Previously proposed reactions catalyzed by HphA were confirmed by reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry analysis. The substrate profile and kinetic parameters showed high selectivity for the natural substrates and their close analogs. The comparability of HphA to homologous enzymes in primary metabolic pathways, 2-isopropylmate synthase and homocitrate synthase which are involved in l-leucine and l-lysine biosynthesis, respectively, was validated by bioinformatical and site-directed mutagenesis studies. The knowledge obtained from this study has deepened the understanding of the homologation of amino acids, which can lead to future combinatorial biosynthesis and metabolic engineering studies.

Accelerating antibiotic degradation by integrating tertiary magnetic ZnFe2O4/BiVO4/rGO heterojunction with ozone-nanobubbles

In this study, ZnFe2O4, BiVO4, and ZnFe2O4/BiVO4/rGO materials were synthesized using the hydrothermal method in mild conditions to study the oxytetracycline (OTC) degradation process. The results on surface morphology, functional group, structure, and optical and electrochemical characteristics revealed that ZnFe2O4/BiVO4/rGO were successfully prepared with high purity and good distribution of chemical elements. The impact of different parameters like pH, catalyst load, reaction time, initial OTC concentration, and the presence of ozone-nanobubbles on the OTC degradation efficiency was systematically examined to obtain optimal treatment conditions. Synergic effects between ozone-nanobubbles and ZnFe2O4/BiVO4/rGO heterojunction led to an enhancement of over 20 % of OTC degradation yield. The OTC degradation reached 96.3 % within 100 min at optimal conditions (pH 7.0, [Cat.] = 0.5 g/L, and [OTC] = 20 mg/L). The combination of ZnFe2O4 and BiVO4 allowed to benefit from the generation of both effective electrons and holes, which enhanced the generation rate of both superoxide and hydroxyl radicals responsible for degrading the pollutant in water while rGO sheets contributed to slowing down the recombination rate between electrons and holes and improving the photocatalytic activities of the ZnFe2O4/BiVO4/rGO. Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analyses were deployed to figure out intermediate substances and possible degradation pathways of the OTC degradation process. The ZnFe2O4/BiVO4/rGO heterojunction exhibited a pretty good durability and stability, and was easily recovered with the aid of a magnet. The toxicity of the by-products was significantly declined compared to the OTC antibiotic.

Muscle extracts from Antarctic fishes Trematomus bernacchii and T. Newnesi enhance myofiber regeneration and muscle function through mTOR signaling

Muscle regeneration and functional restoration are crucial for patients with sarcopenia. Antarctic fish, which are well-adapted to extreme conditions, offer potential pharmacotherapeutic insights. Our study assessed muscle extracts from Trematomus bernacchii (TB) and T. newnesi (TN) in a BaCl2-muscle injury mouse model. TB and TN extracts notably enhanced myofiber formation during muscle regeneration, showing potent proregenerative properties. Grip strength restoration was significantly improved, accompanied by increased expression of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator 1-alpha and mitochondrial content, which are vital for post-injury recovery. The activation of the mammalian target of rapamycin and insulin-like growth factor 2 muscle enhancer activity underpinned these effects. Ultra-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and Global Natural Product Social analysis annotated taurocholic acid and its derivatives, along with denatorium, as bioactive substances that contribute to muscle enhancement. These findings have implications for therapeutic development for muscle regeneration and functional recovery in patients with musculoskeletal injuries and sarcopenia.

A one-pot hydrothermal synthesis of Bi/Bi2O2CO3/Bi2WO6 catalyst with enhanced photocatalytic activity to tetracycline

BackgroundThe abuse and irrational discharge of tetracycline (TC) have threatened the surroundings of human beings. Semiconductor photocatalytic oxidation technology is an emerging green environmental remediation technology, which can be widely applied in wastewater treatment. MethodsThis work is the first attempt to prepare Z-scheme heterojunction Bi/Bi2O2CO3/Bi2WO6 ternary material through one-step hydrothermal synthesis method. Significant findingsAbout 95.5 % tetracycline (10 mg·L−1) have been degraded by Bi/Bi2O2CO3/Bi2WO6 ternary material after 120 min of simulated sunlight exposure. The degradation efficiency of TC was 2.04 and 3.01 times than those of Bi2WO6 and Bi2O2CO3, respectively. Radical trapping experiments and ESR analysis showed that h+, ·O2−, and ·OH played a joint role in the degradation of tetracycline. Based on liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis, energy band analysis and theoretical calculations, the degradation mechanisms were identified. The excellence photocatalytic activity is mainly attributed to two aspects: (1) The generation of Z-scheme heterojunctions provided channels for carrier transfer, accelerated interface charge separation and suppressed the rapid recombination of photo generated carriers and holes; (2) The surface plasmon resonance effect of metallic Bi intensifies photon absorption and boost photocatalytic activity. This work offers a viable method for improving the photocatalytic activity of semiconductors made of bismuth on antibiotics.

Influence of entropy on catalytic performance of high-entropy oxides (NiMgZnCuCoOx) in peroxymonosulfate-mediated acetaminophen degradation

Developing a high-performance activator is crucial for the practical application of peroxymonosulfate-based advanced oxidation processes (PMS-AOPs). High-entropy oxides (HEOs) have attracted increasing attention due to their stable crystal structure, flexible composition and unique functionality. However, research into the mechanisms by which HEOs function as PMS activators for degrading organic pollutants remains insufficient, and the relationship between entropy and the catalytic performance of HEOs has yet to be clarified. In this study, we synthesized NiMgZnCuCoOx with different levels of entropy as PMS activators for acetaminophen (APAP) degradation, and observed a significant effect for entropy on the catalytic performance. Sulfate radicals (SO4•‒) were identified as the primary reactive oxygen species (ROS), while hydroxyl radicals (•OH) and singlet oxygen (1O2) act as secondary ROS during APAP degradation. Both the Co2+ contents and the oxygen vacancy concentration in NiMgZnCuCoOx are found to increase with the entropy. An increase in the Co2+ sites leads to more activation sites for PMS activation, while excessive oxygen vacancies consume PMS, producing weak oxidation species, and affect the electron-donating ability of Co2+. Consequently, the NiMgZnCuCoOx with middle level of entropy exhibits the optimal performance with APAP degradation rate and mineralization rate reaching 100% and 74.22%, respectively. Furthermore, the degradation intermediates and their toxicities were assessed through liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and quantitative structure-activity relationship analysis. This work is expected to provide critical insight into the impact of the HEOs entropy on the PMS activation and guide the rational design of highly efficient peroxymonosulfate activators for environmental applications.

Validation of a sampling method and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry analysis method for measurement of fentanyl and five other illicit drugs.

With the increased provision of services by health authorities and community organizations allowing supervised inhalation of illicit substances comes concerns about the potential for secondhand exposure to the substances being used, whether in the adjacent community or to workers at the sites. In order to address community concerns surrounding secondhand illicit substance exposure and better protect harm reduction workers, a validated sampling and LC-MS/MS analysis method was developed for 6 illicit drugs: fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, etizolam, and bromazolam. It was found that the filter used needed to be silanized to be made more inert and avoid loss of analyte due to degradation. Using the silanized filters, recoveries were good (>90%) and the collected samples were found to be stable at room temperature for 2 wk. The sampling volume validated was up to 960 L. The sensitivity and range of the method make it appropriate for short-term (15 min), full shift (8 h), or environmental sampling.

CDK7/CDK9 mediates transcriptional activation to prime paraptosis in cancer cells

BackgroundParaptosis is a programmed cell death characterized by cytoplasmic vacuolation, which has been explored as an alternative method for cancer treatment and is associated with cancer resistance. However, the mechanisms underlying the progression of paraptosis in cancer cells remain largely unknown.MethodsParaptosis-inducing agents, CPYPP, cyclosporin A, and curcumin, were utilized to investigate the underlying mechanism of paraptosis. Next-generation sequencing and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis revealed significant changes in gene and protein expressions. Pharmacological and genetic approaches were employed to elucidate the transcriptional events related to paraptosis. Xenograft mouse models were employed to evaluate the potential of paraptosis as an anti-cancer strategy.ResultsCPYPP, cyclosporin A, and curcumin induced cytoplasmic vacuolization and triggered paraptosis in cancer cells. The paraptotic program involved reactive oxygen species (ROS) provocation and the activation of proteostatic dynamics, leading to transcriptional activation associated with redox homeostasis and proteostasis. Both pharmacological and genetic approaches suggested that cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) 7/9 drive paraptotic progression in a mutually-dependent manner with heat shock proteins (HSPs). Proteostatic stress, such as accumulated cysteine-thiols, HSPs, ubiquitin-proteasome system, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and unfolded protein response, as well as ROS provocation primarily within the nucleus, enforced CDK7/CDK9–Rpb1 (RNAPII subunit B1) activation by potentiating its interaction with HSPs and protein kinase R in a forward loop, amplifying transcriptional regulation and thereby exacerbating proteotoxicity leading to initiate paraptosis. The xenograft mouse models of MDA-MB-231 breast cancer and docetaxel-resistant OECM-1 head and neck cancer cells further confirmed the induction of paraptosis against tumor growth.ConclusionsWe propose a novel regulatory paradigm in which the activation of CDK7/CDK9–Rpb1 by nuclear proteostatic stress mediates transcriptional regulation to prime cancer cell paraptosis.Graphical

High-throughput mass spectrometry maps the sepsis plasma proteome and differences in patient response.

Sepsis, the dysregulated host response to infection causing life-threatening organ dysfunction, is a global health challenge requiring better understanding of pathophysiology and new therapeutic approaches. Here, we applied high-throughput tandem mass spectrometry to delineate the plasma proteome for sepsis and comparator groups (noninfected critical illness, postoperative inflammation, and healthy volunteers) involving 2612 samples (from 1611 patients) and 4553 liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analyses acquired through a single batch of continuous measurements, with a throughput of 100 samples per day. We show how this scale of data can delineate proteins, pathways, and coexpression modules in sepsis and be integrated with paired leukocyte transcriptomic data (837 samples from n = 649 patients). We mapped the plasma proteomic landscape of the host response in sepsis, including changes over time, and identified features relating to etiology, clinical phenotypes (including organ failures), and severity. This work reveals subphenotypes informative for sepsis response state, disease processes, and outcome; identifies potential biomarkers; and advances opportunities for a precision medicine approach to sepsis.

Enhanced perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) degradation by electrochemical activation of peroxydisulfate (PDS) during electrooxidation for water treatment

Improved treatment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water is critically important in light of the proposed United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) drinking water regulations at ng L−1 levels. The addition of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) during electrooxidation (EO) can remove and destroy PFAS, but ng L−1 levels have not been tested, and PMS itself can be toxic. The objective of this research was to test peroxydisulfate (PDS, an alternative to PMS) activation by boron-doped diamond (BDD) electrodes for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) degradation. The influence of PDS concentration, temperature, and environmental water matrix effects, and PFOA concentration on PDS-EO performance were systematically examined. Batch reactor experiments revealed that 99 % of PFOA was degraded and 69 % defluorination was achieved, confirming PFOA mineralization. Scavenging experiments implied that sulfate radicals (SO4–) and hydroxyl radicals (HO) played a more important role for PFOA degradation than 1O2 or electrons (e−). Further identification of PFOA degradation and transformation products by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis established plausible PFOA degradation pathways. The analysis corroborates that direct electron transfers at the electrode initiate PFOA oxidation and SO4– improves overall treatment by cleaving the CC bond between the C7F15 and COOH moieties in PFOA, leading to possible products such as C7F15 and F−. The perfluoroalkyl radicals can be oxidized by SO4– and HO, resulting in the formation of shorter chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (e.g., perfluorobutanoic acid [PFBA]), with eventual mineralization to CO2 and F−. At an environmentally relevant low initial concentration of 100 ng L−1 PFOA, 99 % degradation was achieved. The degradation of PFOA was slightly affected by the water matrix as less removal was observed in an environmental river water sample (91 %) compared to tests conducted in Milli-Q water (99 %). Overall, EO with PDS provided a destructive approach for the elimination of PFOA.

Pengaruh pemberian sampah organik terhadap pertumbuhan dan kandungan astaxanthin pada pupa black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens (Linnaeus))

Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens (Linnaeus)) atau BSF merupakan serangga pengolah sampah organik yang fase larvanya memiliki kandungan nutrisi tinggi sehingga berpotensi sebagai sumber protein alternatif pakan dan pangan. Astaxanthin merupakan senyawa antioksidan yang lazim diperoleh dari tumbuhan, alga, dan Crustacea. Deteksi astaxanthin pada Bombyx mori (Linnaeus) menjadi titik tolak dugaan bahwa astaxanthin potensial ditemukan pada serangga lain termasuk BSF. Penelitian bertujuan untuk mempelajari pengaruh pemberian jenis pakan sampah organik terhadap pertumbuhan larva BSF dan kandungan astaxanthin pada pupa BSF. Desain penelitian menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap dengan 4 perlakuan jenis pakan sampah organik berupa sisa buah dan sayur (BS), ampas tahu (AT), sisa nasi (N), campuran sisa buah dan sayur, ampas tahu dan sisa nasi (C). Pakan ternak T51 digunakan sebagai kontrol. Setiap perlakuan pakan diulang 3 kali. Parameter penelitian terukur meliputi parameter pertumbuhan larva berupa berat, panjang, dan karakteristik larva; dan parameter kandungan senyawa kimia termasuk astaxanthin pada pupa BSF. Ekstraksi pupa dilakukan dengan metode maserasi triphasic menggunakan kombinasi 5 pelarut berupa n-heptane, etil asetat, acetonitrile, butanol-l, dan akuades, sedangkan identifikasi senyawa dilakukan menggunakan uji kualitatif terpenoid, uji thin layer chromatography (TLC), dan liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa buah dan sayur (BS) paling berpengaruh meningkatkan pertambahan ukuran tubuh larva dengan berat 0,09 ± 0,04 gram/larva dan panjang 1,49 ± 0,31 cm/larva. Analisis LC-MS mendeteksi senyawa dereplikasi lutein, anisodamine, derivat resveratrol, dehydroarginine, dan senyawa dereplikasi astaxanthin dengan massa molekuler sebesar 597,23 m/z pada larva BSF yang diberi pakan buah dan sayur.

LC-MS metabolomics analysis of serum metabolites during neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy in locally advanced rectal cancer.

This study aimed to investigate the serum metabolite profiles during neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (NCRT) in locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) metabolomics analysis. 60 serum samples were collected from 20 patients with LARC before, during, and after radiotherapy. LC-MS metabolomics analysis was performed to identify the metabolite variations. Functional annotation was applied to discover altered metabolic pathways. The key metabolites were screened and their ability to predict sensitivity to radiotherapy was calculated using random forests and ROC curves. The results showed that NCRT led to significant changes in the serum metabolite profiles. The serum metabolic profiles showed an apparent separation between different time points and different sensitivity groups. Moreover, the functional annotation showed that the differential metabolites were associated with a series of important metabolic pathways. Pre-radiotherapy (3Z,6Z)-3,6-Nonadiena and pro-radiotherapy 1-Hydroxyibuprofen showed good predictive performance in discriminating the sensitive and non-sensitive group to NCRT, with an AUC of 0.812 and 0.75, respectively. Importantly, the combination of different metabolites significantly increased the predictive ability. This study demonstrated the potential of LC-MS metabolomics for revealing the serum metabolite profiles during NCRT in LARC. The identified metabolites may serve as potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets for the management of this disease. Furthermore, the understanding of the affected metabolic pathways may help design more personalized therapeutic strategies for LARC patients.

Alterations in pH of Coffee Bean Extract and Properties of Chlorogenic Acid Based on the Roasting Degree.

Factors influencing the sour taste of coffee and the properties of chlorogenic acid are not yet fully understood. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of roasting degree on pH-associated changes in coffee bean extract and the thermal stability of chlorogenic acid. Coffee bean extract pH decreased up to a chromaticity value of 75 but increased with higher chromaticity values. Ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometry and structural analysis attributed this effect to chlorogenic and caffeic acids. Moreover, liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis identified four chlorogenic acid types in green coffee bean extract. Chlorogenic acid isomers were eluted broadly on HPLC, and a chlorogenic acid fraction graph with two peaks, fractions 5 and 9, was obtained. Among the various fractions, the isomer in fraction 5 had significantly lower thermal stability, indicating that thermal stability differs between chlorogenic acid isomers.

Advancing drug development by leveraging microdissection for proteogenomic analysis of histological sections.

e14660 Background: Combining laser capture microdissection (LCM) with proteogenomics in cancer research offers a targeted way to way to explore the intricate interactions between the tumor microenvironment and tumor cells proper. For immuno-oncology (IO) research, this is especially important, since improvements in the predictability of patient response to IO-based drugs is greatly needed. An improved understanding of the spatial relationships involving tumor cells, stromal cells, blood supply and immune cell interactions may help to inform drug development and improve the indicators of success for IO-based drug regimens. Methods: From fresh frozen tissue, LCM is used to isolate and obtain distinct histological cell types. Nucleic acids and proteins are extracted from captured cells for in-depth multi-modality molecular profiling assays. This includes multiple genomic modalities and a customized solution-based mass spectrometry proteomics approach for samples or specimens with a limited amount of tissue. Results: Optimizing the analysis of minute tissue quantities from LCM captured cells is challenging. Following the isolation of nucleic acids, DNA sequencing can be performed for the discovery and analysis of actionable mutations, copy number variation, and methylation profiles. RNA-seq may be performed for gene expression. Regarding genomic-based studies, commercial kits are often utilized for these steps due to their general availability, rapid innovation, and the robust performance of these products. However, this kit-based adaptive approach is not true for proteomics. There remains a need for highly sensitive proteomic methods targeting small-sized samples. Our novel proteogenomics approach is focused around a customized enhanced liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis of micro-scale and/or nano-scale tissue sections. This is achieved with a silver-stained one-dimensional sodium dodecyl sulfate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (1D-SDS-PAGE) approach developed for LC-MS analysis of fresh-frozen tissue specimens obtained via LCM. This includes an in-gel digestion method adjusted and specifically designed to maximize the proteome coverage from amount-limited LCM samples to better facilitate in-depth molecular profiling. Conclusions: A proteogenomic approach is reported that is utilizing amount limited tissue quantities from microdissected fresh frozen tissue. The methodology may also be applicable to other types of specimens having limited nucleic acids, protein quantity, and/or sample volume.