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  1. Article ; Online: The role of free fatty acid receptor-1 in gastric contractions in

    Huang, Jin / Suzuki, Miu / Endo, Ami / Watanabe, Ayumi / Sakata, Ichiro

    Food & function

    2024  Volume 15, Issue 4, Page(s) 2221–2233

    Abstract: Motilin is an important hormonal regulator in the migrating motor complex (MMC). Free fatty acid receptor-1 (FFAR1, also known as GPR40) has been reported to stimulate motilin release in human duodenal organoids. However, how FFAR1 regulates gastric ... ...

    Abstract Motilin is an important hormonal regulator in the migrating motor complex (MMC). Free fatty acid receptor-1 (FFAR1, also known as GPR40) has been reported to stimulate motilin release in human duodenal organoids. However, how FFAR1 regulates gastric motility
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Animals ; Gastrointestinal Motility ; Fatty Acids, Nonesterified/pharmacology ; Motilin/metabolism ; Motilin/pharmacology ; Myoelectric Complex, Migrating/physiology ; Stomach/physiology ; Shrews/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Fatty Acids, Nonesterified ; Motilin (52906-92-0)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-19
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2612033-1
    ISSN 2042-650X ; 2042-6496
    ISSN (online) 2042-650X
    ISSN 2042-6496
    DOI 10.1039/d3fo03565d
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  2. Article ; Online: A highly sensitive PCR method for A1 allele detection in A2 milk samples without DNA isolation.

    Watanabe, Ayumi / Munakata, Kyo / Muto, Miyabi / Kuramoto, Takashi

    Animal science journal = Nihon chikusan Gakkaiho

    2023  Volume 94, Issue 1, Page(s) e13846

    Abstract: We previously developed a genotyping method to detect the A1 and A2 alleles of the bovine β-casein gene. This method required DNA extraction from hair samples. Recently, demand for A2 milk (milk from cows homozygous for the A2 allele) has increased, and ... ...

    Abstract We previously developed a genotyping method to detect the A1 and A2 alleles of the bovine β-casein gene. This method required DNA extraction from hair samples. Recently, demand for A2 milk (milk from cows homozygous for the A2 allele) has increased, and dairy farms are required to have certification to produce A2 milk. Here, we describe the development of a new, simple, and sensitive genotyping method for the β-casein gene that does not require DNA extraction. This method uses the CycleavePCR technique and can amplify the β-casein gene directly from raw milk samples. Genotypes obtained from the milk samples (n = 27) were completely coincident with those obtained from genomic DNA. In addition, this method could quantify the A1 allele in the milk samples. The limit of detection for the A1 allele in A2 milk was 2%. The copy numbers of the A1 allele corresponding to the 2% detection limit were estimated to be 30.5 ± 24.3 molecules/μL. These findings indicate that this new genotyping method is simple and fast for detecting the A1 allele in milk samples and can therefore be potentially used to certify A2 milk.
    MeSH term(s) Female ; Animals ; Cattle/genetics ; Alleles ; Caseins/genetics ; Milk ; Polymerase Chain Reaction/veterinary ; Farms
    Chemical Substances Caseins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-24
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2095161-9
    ISSN 1740-0929 ; 1344-3941
    ISSN (online) 1740-0929
    ISSN 1344-3941
    DOI 10.1111/asj.13846
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  3. Article ; Online: Phenotypic and functional characterization of posoleucel, a multivirus-specific T cell therapy for the treatment and prevention of viral infections in immunocompromised patients.

    Vasileiou, Spyridoula / Kuvalekar, Manik / Velazquez, Yovana / Watanabe, Ayumi / Leen, Ann M / Gilmore, Sarah A

    Cytotherapy

    2024  

    Abstract: Background: Deficits in T cell immunity translate into increased risk of severe viral infection in recipients of solid organ and hematopoietic cell transplants. Thus, therapeutic strategies that employ the adoptive transfer of virus-specific T cells are ...

    Abstract Background: Deficits in T cell immunity translate into increased risk of severe viral infection in recipients of solid organ and hematopoietic cell transplants. Thus, therapeutic strategies that employ the adoptive transfer of virus-specific T cells are being clinically investigated to treat and prevent viral diseases in these highly immunocompromised patients. Posoleucel is an off-the-shelf multivirus-specific T cell investigational product for the treatment and prevention of infections due to adenovirus, BK virus, cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr virus, human herpesvirus 6 or JC virus.
    Methods: Herein we perform extensive characterization of the phenotype and functional profile of posoleucel to illustrate the cellular properties that may contribute to its in vivo activity.
    Results and conclusions: Our results demonstrate that posoleucel is enriched for central and effector memory CD4
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-19
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2039821-9
    ISSN 1477-2566 ; 1465-3249
    ISSN (online) 1477-2566
    ISSN 1465-3249
    DOI 10.1016/j.jcyt.2024.03.012
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  4. Article ; Online: Involvement of the autonomic nervous system in colonic contractions in conscious Suncus murinus.

    Suzuki, Miu / Watanabe, Ayumi / Huang, Jin / Kobayashi, Yuki / Sakata, Ichiro

    Neurogastroenterology and motility

    2023  Volume 36, Issue 2, Page(s) e14716

    Abstract: Background: Colonic motility is regulated by various factors along the gut-brain axis; however, detailed mechanisms are unknown. This study aimed to examine the involvement of the autonomic nervous system in colonic motility. Suncus murinus (suncus) is ... ...

    Abstract Background: Colonic motility is regulated by various factors along the gut-brain axis; however, detailed mechanisms are unknown. This study aimed to examine the involvement of the autonomic nervous system in colonic motility. Suncus murinus (suncus) is a small laboratory mammal suitable for gastrointestinal motility studies.
    Methods: Colonic motility and concomitant feeding and defecation behaviors in vagotomized and reserpine-administered suncus were recorded simultaneously for 24 h. Furthermore, we performed immunohistochemistry on tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) and in situ hybridization on corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) in suncus brain. Additionally, we examined c-Fos expression in the brain using immunohistochemistry in conscious suncus with colorectal distension.
    Key results: In vagotomized suncus, clustered giant migrating contractions (GMCs), consisting of strong contractions occurring in a short time, were observed, and the percentage of GMCs without defecation increased. The frequency of GMCs in the reserpine-administered suncus increased during a light period (ZT0-4, 4-8) and decreased during a dark period (ZT16-20, 20-24) compared to a vehicle group. Additionally, the percentage of GMCs without defecation in the reserpine-administered suncus increased. Suncus TH-immunopositive neurons were found in the locus coeruleus (LC), as shown in rodents. In contrast, CRH mRNA-expressing cells were not observed in a region assumed to be the Barrington's nucleus (Bar). Furthermore, colorectal distension in conscious suncus induced c-Fos expression in LC TH neurons.
    Conclusions & inferences: Our results suggest that the vagus and sympathetic nerves are not required for induction of GMCs in vivo. However, they are likely to exert a modulatory role in control of GMC frequency in Suncus murinus.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Reserpine ; Vagus Nerve/physiology ; Gastrointestinal Motility/physiology ; Consciousness ; Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone ; Colorectal Neoplasms ; Mammals
    Chemical Substances Reserpine (8B1QWR724A) ; Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone (9015-71-8)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-29
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1186328-6
    ISSN 1365-2982 ; 1350-1925
    ISSN (online) 1365-2982
    ISSN 1350-1925
    DOI 10.1111/nmo.14716
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  5. Article: Gallium citrate-67 single-photon emission computed tomography/computed tomography for localizing the foci of classic fever and inflammation of unknown origin: A retrospective study of diagnostic yield.

    Tsuzuki, Seiichiro / Watanabe, Ayumi / Iwata, Mitsunaga / Toyama, Hiroshi / Terasawa, Teruhiko

    Asia Oceania journal of nuclear medicine & biology

    2021  Volume 9, Issue 2, Page(s) 111–122

    Abstract: Objectives: Only few studies have assessed the use of gallium citrate-67 single-photon emission computed tomography/computed tomography (: Methods: We retrospectively assessed the medical records of 27 adult patients with FUO/IUO who had an ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: Only few studies have assessed the use of gallium citrate-67 single-photon emission computed tomography/computed tomography (
    Methods: We retrospectively assessed the medical records of 27 adult patients with FUO/IUO who had an unsuccessful diagnostic workup and who underwent
    Results: Almost all patients completed the recommended diagnostic workup, except for urine culture and abdominal ultrasonography. Moreover, prior to
    Conclusion: 67
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-05-31
    Publishing country Iran
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2724313-8
    ISSN 2322-5726 ; 2322-5718
    ISSN (online) 2322-5726
    ISSN 2322-5718
    DOI 10.22038/AOJNMB.2020.53188.1364
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  6. Article ; Online: Predictors of Diagnostic Contributions and Spontaneous Remission of Symptoms Associated with Positron Emission Tomography with Fluorine-18-Fluorodeoxy Glucose Combined with Computed Tomography in Classic Fever or Inflammation of Unknown Origin: a Retrospective Study.

    Tsuzuki, Seiichiro / Watanabe, Ayumi / Iwata, Mitsunaga / Toyama, Hiroshi / Terasawa, Teruhiko

    Journal of Korean medical science

    2021  Volume 36, Issue 22, Page(s) e150

    Abstract: Background: In patients with fever or inflammation of unknown origin (fever of unknown origin [FUO] or inflammation of unknown origin [IUO], respectively), expert consensus recommends the use of positron emission tomography with fluorine-18-fluorodeoxy ... ...

    Abstract Background: In patients with fever or inflammation of unknown origin (fever of unknown origin [FUO] or inflammation of unknown origin [IUO], respectively), expert consensus recommends the use of positron emission tomography with fluorine-18-fluorodeoxy glucose combined with computed tomography (FDG-PET/CT) when standard work-up fails to identify diagnostic clues. However, the clinical variables associated with successful localization of the cause by FDG-PET/CT remain uncertain. Moreover, the long-term outcomes of patients with unexplained FUO or IUO after negative FDG-PET/CT results are unknown. Therefore, we assessed predictors of successful diagnosis of FUO or IUO caused by FDG-PET/CT and associations of spontaneous remission of symptoms with FDG-PET/CT results.
    Methods: All patients with FUO or IUO, who underwent FDG-PET/CT from 2013 to 2019 because diagnostic work-up failed to identify a cause, were retrospectively included. We calculated the diagnostic yield and performed multivariable logistic regression to assess characteristics previously proposed to be associated with successful localization of FUO or IUO causes. We also assessed whether the FDG-PET/CT results were associated with spontaneous remissions.
    Results: In total, 50 patients with diagnostically challenging FUO or IUO (35 with FUO and 15 with IUO) were assessed. Other than one case of infection, all the identified causes were either malignancy or non-infectious inflammatory diseases (each with 18 patients), and FDG-PET/CT correctly localized the cause in 29 patients (diagnostic yield = 58%). None of the proposed variables was associated with successful localization. All 13 patients with sustained unexplained cause remained alive (median follow-up, 190 days). Spontaneous remission was observed in 4 of 5 patients with a negative FDG-PET/CT, and 1 of 8 with a positive result (
    Conclusion: In the current cohort, the proposed variables were not predictive for successful localization by FDG-PET/CT. A negative FDG-PET/CT scan may be prognostic for spontaneous remission in patients with sustained FUO or IUO.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Fever of Unknown Origin/diagnosis ; Fever of Unknown Origin/diagnostic imaging ; Fever of Unknown Origin/mortality ; Fluorodeoxyglucose F18/administration & dosage ; Humans ; Infections/complications ; Inflammation/diagnosis ; Inflammation/diagnostic imaging ; Inflammation/mortality ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Neoplasms/complications ; Neoplasms/pathology ; Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography/adverse effects ; Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography/methods ; Remission, Spontaneous ; Retrospective Studies ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed
    Chemical Substances Fluorodeoxyglucose F18 (0Z5B2CJX4D)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-07
    Publishing country Korea (South)
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 639262-3
    ISSN 1598-6357 ; 1011-8934
    ISSN (online) 1598-6357
    ISSN 1011-8934
    DOI 10.3346/jkms.2021.36.e150
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  7. Article ; Online: T cell immune profiling of respiratory syncytial virus for the development of a targeted immunotherapy.

    Papayanni, Penelope Georgia / Koukoulias, Kiriakos / Kuvalekar, Manik / Watanabe, Ayumi / Velazquez, Yovana / Ramos, Carlos A / Leen, Ann M / Vasileiou, Spyridoula

    British journal of haematology

    2023  Volume 202, Issue 4, Page(s) 874–878

    Abstract: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated viral infections are a major public health problem affecting the immunologically naïve/compromised populations. Given the RSV-associated morbidity and the limited treatment options, we sought to characterize ... ...

    Abstract Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated viral infections are a major public health problem affecting the immunologically naïve/compromised populations. Given the RSV-associated morbidity and the limited treatment options, we sought to characterize the cellular immune response to RSV to develop a targeted T cell therapy for off-the-shelf administration to immunocompromised individuals. Here we report on the immunological profiling, as well as manufacturing, characterization and antiviral properties of these RSV-targeted T cells. A randomized, phase 1/2 clinical trial evaluating their safety and activity in haematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients as an off-the-shelf multi-respiratory virus-directed product is currently underway (NCT04933968, https://clinicaltrials.gov).
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use ; Immunotherapy ; Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections/drug therapy ; Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Human ; T-Lymphocytes
    Chemical Substances Antiviral Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-15
    Publishing country England
    Document type Clinical Trial ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 80077-6
    ISSN 1365-2141 ; 0007-1048
    ISSN (online) 1365-2141
    ISSN 0007-1048
    DOI 10.1111/bjh.18933
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  8. Article ; Online: Targeting IDH2R140Q and other neoantigens in acute myeloid leukemia.

    Leung, Wingchi K / Torres Chavez, Alejandro G / French-Kim, Matthew / Shafer, Paul / Mamonkin, Maksim / Hill, LaQuisa C / Kuvalekar, Manik / Velazquez, Yovana / Watanabe, Ayumi / Watanabe, Norihiro / Hoyos, Valentina / Lulla, Premal / Leen, Ann M

    Blood

    2024  Volume 143, Issue 17, Page(s) 1726–1737

    Abstract: Abstract: For patients with high-risk or relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML), allogeneic stem cell transplantation (allo-HSCT) and the graft-versus-leukemia effect mediated by donor T cells, offer the best chance of long-term remission. ... ...

    Abstract Abstract: For patients with high-risk or relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML), allogeneic stem cell transplantation (allo-HSCT) and the graft-versus-leukemia effect mediated by donor T cells, offer the best chance of long-term remission. However, the concurrent transfer of alloreactive T cells can lead to graft-versus-host disease that is associated with transplant-related morbidity and mortality. Furthermore, ∼60% of patients will ultimately relapse after allo-HSCT, thus, underscoring the need for novel therapeutic strategies that are safe and effective. In this study, we explored the feasibility of immunotherapeutically targeting neoantigens, which arise from recurrent nonsynonymous mutations in AML and thus represent attractive targets because they are exclusively present on the tumor. Focusing on 14 recurrent driver mutations across 8 genes found in AML, we investigated their immunogenicity in 23 individuals with diverse HLA profiles. We demonstrate the immunogenicity of AML neoantigens, with 17 of 23 (74%) reactive donors screened mounting a response. The most immunodominant neoantigens were IDH2R140Q (n = 11 of 17 responders), IDH1R132H (n = 7 of 17), and FLT3D835Y (n = 6 of 17). In-depth studies of IDH2R140Q-specific T cells revealed the presence of reactive CD4+ and CD8+ T cells capable of recognizing distinct mutant-specific epitopes restricted to different HLA alleles. These neo-T cells could selectively recognize and kill HLA-matched AML targets endogenously expressing IDH2R140Q both in vitro and in vivo. Overall, our findings support the clinical translation of neoantigen-specific T cells to treat relapsed/refractory AML.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Antigens, Neoplasm/immunology ; Antigens, Neoplasm/genetics ; Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation ; Immunotherapy/methods ; Isocitrate Dehydrogenase/genetics ; Isocitrate Dehydrogenase/immunology ; Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute/immunology ; Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute/genetics ; Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute/therapy ; Mutation
    Chemical Substances Antigens, Neoplasm ; IDH1 protein, human (EC 1.1.1.42.) ; IDH2 protein, human (EC 1.1.1.41) ; Isocitrate Dehydrogenase (EC 1.1.1.41)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 80069-7
    ISSN 1528-0020 ; 0006-4971
    ISSN (online) 1528-0020
    ISSN 0006-4971
    DOI 10.1182/blood.2023021979
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  9. Article ; Online: Assessment of the cytolytic potential of a multivirus-targeted T cell therapy using a vital dye-based, flow cytometric assay.

    Koukoulias, Kiriakos / Papayanni, Penelope G / Jones, Julia / Kuvalekar, Manik / Watanabe, Ayumi / Velazquez, Yovana / Gilmore, Sarah / Papadopoulou, Anastasia / Leen, Ann M / Vasileiou, Spyridoula

    Frontiers in immunology

    2023  Volume 14, Page(s) 1299512

    Abstract: Reliable and sensitive characterization assays are important determinants of the successful clinical translation of immunotherapies. For the assessment of cytolytic potential, the chromium 51 ( ...

    Abstract Reliable and sensitive characterization assays are important determinants of the successful clinical translation of immunotherapies. For the assessment of cytolytic potential, the chromium 51 (
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Epstein-Barr Virus Infections ; Herpesvirus 4, Human ; Adenoviridae ; BK Virus ; Cell- and Tissue-Based Therapy
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-22
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2606827-8
    ISSN 1664-3224 ; 1664-3224
    ISSN (online) 1664-3224
    ISSN 1664-3224
    DOI 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1299512
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  10. Article ; Online: Longitudinal analysis of the evolution of cellular immunity to SARS-CoV-2 induced by infection and vaccination.

    Vasileiou, Spyridoula / Kuvalekar, Manik / Velazquez, Yovana / Watanabe, Ayumi / Narula, Mansi / Workineh, Aster G / French-Kim, Matthew / Chavez, Alejandro Torres / Gilmore, Sarah / Rooney, Cliona M / Leen, Ann M

    Haematologica

    2023  Volume 108, Issue 7, Page(s) 1934–1939

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; SARS-CoV-2 ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; Immunity, Cellular ; Vaccination ; Antibodies, Viral
    Chemical Substances Antibodies, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-01
    Publishing country Italy
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 2333-4
    ISSN 1592-8721 ; 0017-6567 ; 0390-6078
    ISSN (online) 1592-8721
    ISSN 0017-6567 ; 0390-6078
    DOI 10.3324/haematol.2022.281947
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