Human Macrophages
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1. Synthesis, Characterization and in vitro, in vivo and in silico Anti-Inflammatory Studies of the Novel Hybrid Based on Ibuprofen and 3-Hydroxy-Copalic Acid Isolated from Copaiba Oil (Copaifera multijuga)
A novel anti-inflammatory hybrid 3-ibuprofenyl-copalic acid (3-IbuCA) was synthesized from 3-hydroxy-copalic acid isolated from Amazonian copaiba oil (Copaifera multijuga Hayne), and the anti-inflammatory ibuprofen. After full characterization, several assays to verify its anti-inflammatory effects were performed in vitro, in vivo and in silico (molecular do
J. Braz. Chem. Soc.. Publicado em: 2020-07
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2. In situ immune response in human dermatophytosis: possible role of Langerhans cells (CD1a+) as a risk factor for dermatophyte infection
ABSTRACT Dermatophytosis is a cutaneous mycosis caused by a plethora of keratinophilic fungi, but Trichophyton rubrum is the most common etiological agent. Despite its high prevalence worldwide, little is known about the host defense mechanisms in this infection, particularly the in situ immune response. Using an immunohistochemistry approach, we investigate
Rev. Inst. Med. trop. S. Paulo. Publicado em: 10/10/2019
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3. Calpains of Leishmania braziliensis: genome analysis, differential expression, and functional analysis
BACKGROUND Calpains are proteins belonging to the multi-gene family of calcium-dependent cysteine peptidases that undergo tight on/off regulation, and uncontrolled proteolysis of calpains is associated with severe human pathologies. Calpain orthologues are expanded and diversified in the trypanosomatids genome. OBJECTIVES Here, we characterised calpains
Mem. Inst. Oswaldo Cruz. Publicado em: 23/09/2019
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4. Variability in the virulence of specific Mycobacterium tuberculosis clinical isolates alters the capacity of human dendritic cells to signal for T cells
BACKGROUND Once in the pulmonary alveoli, Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) enters into contact with alveolar macrophages and dendritic cells (DCs). DCs represent the link between the innate and adaptive immune system owing to their capacity to be both a sentinel and an orchestrator of the antigen-specific immune responses against Mtb. The effect that the v
Mem. Inst. Oswaldo Cruz. Publicado em: 12/08/2019
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5. Anti-Parasite Activity of Novel 3,5-Diiodophenethyl-benzamides
Novel iodotyramides with para-substituted benzoic acids were synthesized via electrophilic aromatic substitutions and amide coupling via N,N'-diisopropylcarbodiimide (DIC) in dimethylformamide (DMF). All derivatives were in vitro screened against U-937 macrophages and Plasmodium falciparum, Leishmania panamensis and Trypanosoma cruzi protozoan parasites. The
J. Braz. Chem. Soc.. Publicado em: 2019-01
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6. Innate immunity and HPV: friends or foes
Most human papillomavirus infections are readily cleared by the host immune response. However, in some individuals, human papillomavirus can establish a persistent infection. The persistence of high-risk human papillomavirus infection is the major risk factor for cervical cancer development. These viruses have developed mechanisms to evade the host immune sy
Clinics. Publicado em: 11/10/2018
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7. Saquinavir plus methylprednisolone ameliorates experimental acute lung injury
Glucocorticoid insensitivity is an important barrier to the treatment of several inflammatory diseases, including acute lung injury (ALI). Saquinavir (SQV) is an inhibitor of the human immunodeficiency virus protease, and the therapeutic effects of SQV in ALI accompanied with glucocorticoid insensitivity have not been previously investigated. In this study,
Braz J Med Biol Res. Publicado em: 06/08/2018
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8. Mycobacterium tuberculosis promotes genomic instability in macrophages
BACKGROUND Mycobacterium tuberculosis is an intracellular pathogen, which may either block cellular defensive mechanisms and survive inside the host cell or induce cell death. Several studies are still exploring the mechanisms involved in these processes. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the genomic instability of M. tuberculosis-infected macrophages and compare it
Mem. Inst. Oswaldo Cruz. Publicado em: 2018-03
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9. An investigation of virulence factors of Legionella pneumophila environmental isolates
ABSTRACT Nine Legionella pneumophila strains isolated from cooling towers and a standard strain (L. pneumophila serogroup 1, ATCC 33152, Philadelphia 1) were analyzed and compared in terms of motility, flagella structure, ability to form biofilms, enzymatic activities (hemolysin, nucleases, protease, phospholipase A, phospholipase C, acid phosphatase, alkali
Braz. J. Microbiol.. Publicado em: 2018-03
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10. Type-2 diabetes alters the basal phenotype of human macrophages and diminishes their capacity to respond, internalise, and control Mycobacterium tuberculosis
BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a risk factor for the development of tuberculosis (TB), although the associated mechanisms are not known. OBJECTIVES To study the association between T2D and the basal phenotype of macrophages, and their immune response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) infection. METHODS We evaluated the influence of T2D on the re
Mem. Inst. Oswaldo Cruz. Publicado em: 19/02/2018
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11. Exploring the natural chemiome to target interleukin-6 receptor (IL-6R) cytokines: an atomic scale investigation for novel rheumatoid arthritis drug discovery
ABSTRACT Natural compounds are a gold mine for treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The etiology of this disease is linked to inflammation, where cytokines play an important role. Strategies have been drafted for targeting cytokines as a therapeutic option in patients with RA. Inhibiting cytokines with natural compounds has become a major focus for the develo
Braz. J. Pharm. Sci.. Publicado em: 01/02/2018
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12. Classical and alternative macrophages have impaired function during acute and chronic HIV-1 infection
Abstract Objectives: Three decades after HIV recognition and its association with AIDS development, many advances have emerged – especially related to prevention and treatment. Undoubtedly, the development of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) dramatically changed the future of the syndrome that we know today. In the present study, we evaluate t
Braz J Infect Dis. Publicado em: 2017-02