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0001), MFC (P  less then  .0001), and trochlea (P = .0002). Cartilage thickness was different between ROIs within the LFC, MFC, and trochlea (all P  less then  .0001). The LFC (P = .002) and trochlea (P = .01) each had significant differences in GAG between ROIs. Collagen content between ROIs was different within the LFC (P = .0003), MFC (P = .0005), and trochlea (P  less then  .0001). Collagen content was correlated with thickness (r = -.55), percent creep (r = .47), and GAG (r = -.21). Percent creep was correlated with thickness (r = -.64) and GAG (r = -.19). Topographic variations in mechanical, morphological, and biochemical properties exist across knee cartilage surfaces in sheep. Recognition of this variability is important to optimize study protocols and improve accuracy of results.
Inhibition of monocarboxylate transport 1 (MCT1) is of interest in targeting highly glycolytic tumours. However, MCT1 is expressed in retina, and so inhibition of MCT1 could affect retinal function.
AZD3965, an MCT1 inhibitor selected for clinical development, and two additional MCT1 inhibitors were evaluated for effects on visual acuity in albino (Han Wistar) rats. The effects of AZD3965 on visual acuity and electroretinography (ERG) were further investigated in pigmented (Long-Evans) rats, with dosing for up to 7 days.
All three MCT1 inhibitors reduced visual acuity within 2 h of dosing, suggesting a class effect. The deficit caused by AZD3965 (1,000 mg·kg
p.o. per day for 4 days) in Long Evans rats recovered to pre-dose levels 7 days after cessation of dosing. AZD3965 (50 to 1,000 mg·kg
p.o.) reduced the amplitude of scotopic a- and b-waves, and photopic b-wave of the ERG in a dose-related fashion, within 2 h of dosing. The effects on the scotopic ERG had diminished by Day 7 of dosing, demonstrating partial restoration of function despite continued treatment. Seven days after cessation of dosing at the highest dose tested (1,000 mg·kg
), there was recovery of both scotopic a- and b- waves and, to a lesser extent, photopic b-wave. ERG was affected at lower plasma exposures than was visual function.
This study clarifies the role of the MCT1 transporter in retinal function. The monitorability of the functional effects on the retina enabled safe clinical use of AZD3965.
This study clarifies the role of the MCT1 transporter in retinal function. The monitorability of the functional effects on the retina enabled safe clinical use of AZD3965.Drug development includes imaging agents, contrast agents and radiopharmaceuticals; these materials differ from therapeutic drugs in that they are largely used to diagnose and/or monitor diseases and not treat them. Consequently, nonclinical safety testing needs are different. An examination of testing packages supporting clinical entry and/or marketing of these materials has shown a common approach to some study types (eg, imaging, biodistribution and toxicity testing). Recent regulatory guidelines to support development are the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s "Guidance for Industry Microdose Radiopharmaceutical Diagnostic Drugs Nonclinical Study Recommendations" and the European Medicines Agency (EMA)'s "Guideline on the Non-Clinical Requirements for Radiopharmaceuticals" (currently draft). It is hoped that these documents will allow developers to only perform nonclinical studies that are necessary to support functionality, follow distribution of the material and examine general safety/toxicity. However, as they are mainly focused on radiopharmaceuticals, companies are likely to apply knowledge of established testing packages to other new imaging agents and/or follow principles given in older regulatory guidelines, namely FDA's "Guidance for Industry Developing Medical Imaging Drug and Biological Products Part I Conducting Safety Assessments". Thus, in some cases, the need for regulatory agency interaction is still vital to avoid development surprises and delays due to an incomplete or badly performed testing package.Edible oils have economical and nutritional benefits. These oils offer nutrients that are essential to human health because they are the primary source of mono- and poly-unsaturated fats. Moreover, edible oils are used in home cooking and industrial food manufacturing. Therefore, edible oils have a considerable demand worldwide. However, some edible oils, such as olive oil, are more expensive than any other vegetable oils. PGE2 solubility dmso Thus, oils such as olive oil are mixed with cheap edible oils as a result of the high price difference. Accordingly, adulteration in edible oils to obtain additional profit for the producer becomes a major issue of high concern for consumers. Moreover, adulteration in edible oils can cause several problems that affect consumer health. Therefore, the need for a sensitive, accurate and suitable method to detect the adulteration is highly considered. We provide a brief review of the different methods and techniques used to detect adulteration in edible oils, especially olive oil, with the aim of promoting consumer awareness of the authenticity of edible oils. © 2020 Society of Chemical Industry.Plants experience a decrease in the redfar-red light ratio (RFR) when grown at high planting density. In addition to eliciting the shade avoidance response, low RFR also enhances plant susceptibility to pathogens via modulation of defense hormone-mediated responses. However, other mechanisms, also affected by low RFR, have not been considered as potential components in FR-induced susceptibility. Here, we identify FR-induced accumulation of leaf soluble sugars as a novel component of FR-induced susceptibility. We observed that phytochrome inactivation by FR or phytochrome B mutation was associated with elevated leaf glucose and fructose levels and enhanced disease severity caused by Botrytis cinerea. By experimentally manipulating internal leaf sugar levels, we found that the FR-induced susceptibility in tomato was partly sugar-dependent. Further analysis revealed that the observed sugar accumulation in supplemental FR occurred in a jasmonic acid (JA)-dependent manner, and the JA biosynthesis mutant def1 also displayed elevated soluble sugar levels, which was rescued by exogenous methyl jasmonate (MeJA) application.