Articles tagged with Nf Kappa B Pathway
Researchers from Kyushu University discovered that the circadian clock protein BMAL1 drives macrophages towards a pro-inflammatory M1 state by activating inflammatory signaling pathways. This mechanism links the body clock to intracellular metabolism and immune function, offering new insights into treating inflammatory diseases.
The NF-κB signaling pathway plays a key role in regulating immune responses, inflammation, cell development, and proliferation. Research into its functions and mechanisms continues to uncover new breakthroughs in immunology and life sciences.
This study found that NKAPL downregulation in NSCLC is associated with poor prognosis and hypermethylation of its promoter. High NKAPL expression inhibits NSCLC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. NKAPL enhances TRIM21 protein stability, leading to suppression of the NF-κB signaling pathway.
Preclinical data shows GP-2250's antineoplastic activity in pancreatic tumor cell lines, reducing ATP levels and inhibiting NF-kB. The compound targets aerobic glycolysis, a hallmark of cancer metabolism, providing a potential treatment for various cancers.
Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University have developed a polymeric nanoparticle gene delivery system that promotes bone formation after traumatic inflammation. The therapy inhibits excessive inflammation and prevents residual ridge resorption, leading to improved tissue healing after tooth extraction.