University of Tabriz

About: University of Tabriz is a education organization based out in Tabriz, Iran. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Nanocomposite. The organization has 12141 authors who have published 20976 publications receiving 313982 citations.

Volumetric and speed of sound of ionic liquid, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate with acetonitrile and methanol at T = (298.15 to 318.15) K

Abstract: We report the density (ρ) and speed of sound (u) data for 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate ([BMIM][PF6]) + methanol and ([BMIM][PF6]) + acetonitrile binary mixtures over the entire range of their compositions at T = (298.15 to 318.15) K. From these data, excess molar volume and isentropic compressibility deviation values have been calculated and fitted to the fourth-order Redlich−Kister equation. The excess molar volume values (VE) for acetonitrile mixtures are more negative than methanol mixtures. Isentropic compressibility deviation values (Δκs) in methanol mixtures are more than acetonitrile mixtures. The results have been interpreted in terms of ion−dipole interactions and structural factors of the ionic liquid and these organic solvents.

Metabolomics and proteomics reveal drought-stress responses of leaf tissues from spring-wheat.

Abstract: To reveal the integrative biochemical networks of wheat leaves in response to water deficient conditions, proteomics and metabolomics were applied to two spring-wheat cultivars (Bahar, drought-susceptible; Kavir, drought-tolerant). Drought stress induced detrimental effects on Bahar leaf proteome, resulting in a severe decrease of total protein content, with impairments mainly in photosynthetic proteins and in enzymes involved in sugar and nitrogen metabolism, as well as in the capacity of detoxifying harmful molecules. On the contrary, only minor perturbations were observed at the protein level in Kavir stressed leaves. Metabolome analysis indicated amino acids, organic acids, and sugars as the main metabolites changed in abundance upon water deficiency. In particular, Bahar cv showed increased levels in proline, methionine, arginine, lysine, aromatic and branched chain amino acids. Tryptophan accumulation via shikimate pathway seems to sustain auxin production (indoleacrylic acid), whereas glutamate reduction is reasonably linked to polyamine (spermine) synthesis. Kavir metabolome was affected by drought stress to a less extent with only two pathways significantly changed, one of them being purine metabolism. These results comprehensively provide a framework for better understanding the mechanisms that govern plant cell response to drought stress, with insights into molecules that can be used for crop improvement projects.

MicroRNA replacement therapy in cancer.

Abstract: Despite the recent progress in cancer management approaches, the mortality rate of cancer is still growing and there are lots of challenges in the clinics in terms of novel therapeutics. MicroRNAs (miRNA) are regulatory small noncoding RNAs and are already confirmed to have a great role in regulating gene expression level by targeting multiple molecules that affect cell physiology and disease development. Recently, miRNAs have been introduced as promising therapeutic targets for cancer treatment. Regulatory potential of tumor suppressor miRNAs, which enables regulation of entire signaling networks within the cells, makes them an interesting option for developing cancer therapeutics. In this regard, over recent decades, scientists have aimed at developing powerful and safe targeting approaches to restore these suppressive miRNAs in cancerous cells. The present review summarizes the function of miRNAs in tumor development and presents recent findings on how miRNAs have served as therapeutic agents against cancer, with a special focus on tumor suppressor miRNAs (mimics). Moreover, the latest investigations on the therapeutic strategies of miRNA delivery have been presented.