Boster Bio Life Science Blog

  1. Research Spotlight – June 2020

    The June edition of Research Spotlight features 10 recent research discoveries from scientists whom Boster has served.

    This month’s selected research publications investigate several cancers and diseases, including hepatocellular carcinoma, hepatitis B, prostate cancer, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes.

    Among the studies, scientists propose a prodrug for inflammatory diseases as well as a tumor nanovaccine that utilizes electrostatic interactions. The relationship of depression with inflammation and metabolic dysfunction in addition to ketamine’s potential anti-depressive effects are also explored.

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    A hydrogen peroxide responsive prodrug of Keap1-Nrf2 inhibitor for improving oral absorption and selective activation in inflammatory conditions

    Authors: Lu, M., Zhang, X., Zhao, J., You, Q., & Jiang, Z.
    Journal: Redox Biology

    Transcription factor Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) and its negative regulator, the E3 ligase adaptor Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1), control the redox and metabolic homeostasis and oxidative stress. Inhibitors of Keap1-Nrf2 interaction are promising in oxidative stress related inflammatory diseases but now hit hurdles. By utilizing...

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    The immunoglobulin superfamily member 3 (IGSF3) promotes hepatocellular carcinoma progression through activation of the NF-κB pathway

    Authors: Sheng, P., Zhu, H., Zhang, W., Xu, Y., Peng, W., Sun, J., Gu, M., & Jiang, H.
    Journal: Annals of Translational Medicine

    Background: Patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) suff

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    Research Spotlight – June 2020
  2. Research Spotlight – April 2020

    Our April edition of Research Spotlight features 10 recent research discoveries from scientists whom Boster has served.

    This month's selected research publications cover disease areas from acute liver injury to hepatocellular carcinoma to silocosis. The papers also investigate pretreatment TRL, ZBP1 biological function, triclocarban exposure, and several other research topics.

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    Research Spotlight – April 2020
  3. Research Spotlight – March 2020

    In our March edition of Research Spotlight, we feature 10 recently published research papers from scientists whom Boster has served.

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    Berberine prevents primary peritoneal adhesion and adhesion reformation by directly inhibiting TIMP-1

    Authors: Liu, X., Wei, Y., Bai, X., Li, M., Li, H., Wang, L., Zhang, S., Li, X., Zhao, T...
    Journal: Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B

    Peritoneal adhesions are fibrous tissues that tether organs to one another or to the peritoneal wall and represent the major cause of postsurgical morbidity. Enterolysis at repeat surgeries induces adhesion reformation that is more difficult to prevent than primary adhesion. Here we studied the preventive effects of different approaches of berberine...

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    Cited Boster Product(s): Human TIMP-1 ELISA Kit PicoKine™ (EK0520); Human MMP-3 ELISA Kit PicoKine™ (EK0461); Human MMP-8 ELISA Kit PicoKine™ (EK0464)

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    Tracing tumorigenesis in a solid tumor model at single-cell resolution

    Authors: Praktiknjo, S.D., Obermayer, B., Zhu, Q., Fang, L., Liu, H., Quinn, H...
    Journal: Nature Communications

    Characterizing the complex composition of solid tumors is fundamental for understanding tumor initiation, progression and metastasis. While patient-derived samples provide valuable insight, they are heterogeneous on multiple molecular levels, and often originate from advanced tumor stages. Here, we use single-cell transcriptome...

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    Cited Boster Product(s): Anti-Kallikrein 1/KLK1 Antibody (PA1709)

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    CCL3/CCR1 mediates CD14+CD16− circulating monocyte recruitment in knee osteoarthritis progression

    Authors: Zhao, X., Gu, M., Xu, X., Wen, X., Yang, G., Li, L., Sheng, P., & Meng, F.
    Journal: Osteoarthritis and Cartilage

    Objectives: Monocyte-derived macrophages, as the predominant immune cell type that is increased in inflamed synovium, play a vital role during knee osteoarthritis (KOA) progression. However, the mechanisms underlying the recruitment of circulating monocytes to osteoarthritic knees remain uncertain. Based on previous data obtained from plasma...

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    Cited Boster Product(s): Human MCP-1 / CCL2 ELISA Kit PicoKine™ (EK0441); Human MIP-1Alpha/CCL3 ELISA Kit PicoKine™ (EK0448); Human CCL4/MIP-1 Beta ELISA Kit PicoKine™ (EK0450)

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    Farrerol Directly Targets GSK-3β to Activate Nrf2-ARE Pathway and Protect EA.hy926 Cells against Oxidative Stress-Induced Injuries

    Authors: Yan, C., Zhang, X., Miao, J., Yuan, H., Liu, E., Liang, T., & Li , Q.
    Journal: Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

    Oxidative stress-mediated endothelial injury is considered to be involved in the pathogenesis of various cardiovascular diseases. Farrerol, a typical natural flavanone from the medic

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    Research Spotlight – March 2020
  4. Coronavirus - Stay Informed & Stay Healthy

    The World Health Organization has declared COVID-19 as a pandemic. As COVID-19 spreads globally, communities are taking containment and mitigation steps while researchers are working hard to develop effective vaccines and treatments.

    A recent research paper published in the journal Cell investigates how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, infects target cells through the interaction of...

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    Coronavirus - Stay Informed & Stay Healthy
  5. Research Spotlight – February 2020

    At Bosterbio, our customers’ research is our priority. Our mission is to help customers achieve their research goals so that they can stay on the cutting edge of research.

    This February, we’d like to feature a selected number of recently published research from the scientists whom Boster has served.

    Scroll down to see 10 research discoveries from different fields.

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    Research Spotlight – February 2020
  6. Happy Holidays from Boster

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at Boster!

    May peace, prosperity, and happiness be yours throughout the holidays and new year.

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    Happy Holidays from Boster
  7. See You at Neuroscience 2019

    Neuroscience 2019 is taking place October 19-23 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Join 30,000 scientists from around the world to discover hot topics and tools for neuroscience.

    Stop by Boster’s Booth #1805 and pick up some pathway posters, technical resources, free phone accessories, and your very own Dr. Booster plush doll.

    Come and learn about new techniques and resources that can benefit your research. See you this weekend!

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    See You at Neuroscience 2019
  8. NIH Research Festival & Texas Medical Center LSE Show - See You There

    Boster will be attending 2 exciting events and we hope to see you there!

    The NIH Research Festival is happening this week from September 11-13 at the Bethesda Campus. Meet us at Booth# 607 and pick up some great Boster gifts!

    The Life Science Exhibits will be held next Thursday, September 19, at Houston Marriott at the Texas Medical Center. If you’re attending the exhibit, drop by to say hi!

    Visit our booths to pick up some pathway posters, technical resources, free phone accessories, and your very own Dr. Booster plush doll.

    Come and discover new techniques and resources that can benefit your research. See you soon!

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  9. Visit Boster's Booth #1301 at AAI 2019 Annual Meeting

    Join us at the San Diego Convention Center from May 9-13 for the American Association of Immunologists (AAI) 2019 Annual Meeting.

    Be sure to stop by Boster Bio’s Booth #1301 and pick up some pathway posters, technical resources, free phone accessories, and your very own Dr. Booster plush doll. See you soon!

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  10. Happy Easter from Boster!

    Celebrate this Easter with a heart full of love, peace, and cheer. Have a blessed and wonderful Easter from all of us at Boster!

    Kind regards,
    The Boster Team

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