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  1. Artikel: Perspectives on Converting Keratin-Containing Wastes Into Biofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture.

    Li, Qingxin

    Frontiers in microbiology

    2022  Band 13, Seite(n) 918262

    Abstract: Keratin-containing wastes become pollution to the environment if they are not treated properly. On the other hand, these wastes can be converted into value-added products applicable to many fields. Organic fertilizers and biofertilizers are important for ...

    Abstract Keratin-containing wastes become pollution to the environment if they are not treated properly. On the other hand, these wastes can be converted into value-added products applicable to many fields. Organic fertilizers and biofertilizers are important for sustainable agriculture by providing nutrients to enhance the growth speed of the plant and production. Keratin-containing wastes, therefore, will be an important resource to produce organic fertilizers. Many microorganisms exhibit capabilities to degrade keratins making them attractive to convert keratin-containing wastes into valuable products. In this review, the progress in microbial degradation of keratins is summarized. In addition, perspectives in converting keratin into bio- and organic fertilizers for agriculture are described. With proper treatment, feather wastes which are rich in keratin can be converted into high-value fertilizers to serve as nutrients for plants, reduce environmental pressure and improve the quality of the soil for sustainable agriculture.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2022-06-20
    Erscheinungsland Switzerland
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2587354-4
    ISSN 1664-302X
    ISSN 1664-302X
    DOI 10.3389/fmicb.2022.918262
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  2. Artikel: Structure, Application, and Biochemistry of Microbial Keratinases.

    Li, Qingxin

    Frontiers in microbiology

    2021  Band 12, Seite(n) 674345

    Abstract: Keratinases belong to a class of proteases that are able to degrade keratins into amino acids. Microbial keratinases play important roles in turning keratin-containing wastes into value-added products by participating in the degradation of keratin. ... ...

    Abstract Keratinases belong to a class of proteases that are able to degrade keratins into amino acids. Microbial keratinases play important roles in turning keratin-containing wastes into value-added products by participating in the degradation of keratin. Keratin is found in human and animal hard tissues, and its complicated structures make it resistant to degradation by common proteases. Although breaking disulfide bonds are involved in keratin degradation, keratinase is responsible for the cleavage of peptides, making it attractive in pharmaceutical and feather industries. Keratinase can serve as an important tool to convert keratin-rich wastes such as feathers from poultry industry into diverse products applicable to many fields. Despite of some progress made in isolating keratinase-producing microorganisms, structural studies of keratinases, and biochemical characterization of these enzymes, effort is still required to expand the biotechnological application of keratinase in diverse fields by identifying more keratinases, understanding the mechanism of action and constructing more active enzymes through molecular biology and protein engineering. Herein, this review covers structures, applications, biochemistry of microbial keratinases, and strategies to improve its efficiency in keratin degradation.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2021-06-23
    Erscheinungsland Switzerland
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2587354-4
    ISSN 1664-302X
    ISSN 1664-302X
    DOI 10.3389/fmicb.2021.674345
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  3. Artikel: Application of Fragment-Based Drug Discovery to Versatile Targets.

    Li, Qingxin

    Frontiers in molecular biosciences

    2020  Band 7, Seite(n) 180

    Abstract: Fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) is a powerful method to develop potent small-molecule compounds starting from fragments binding weakly to targets. As FBDD exhibits several advantages over high-throughput screening campaigns, it becomes an attractive ...

    Abstract Fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) is a powerful method to develop potent small-molecule compounds starting from fragments binding weakly to targets. As FBDD exhibits several advantages over high-throughput screening campaigns, it becomes an attractive strategy in target-based drug discovery. Many potent compounds/inhibitors of diverse targets have been developed using this approach. Methods used in fragment screening and understanding fragment-binding modes are critical in FBDD. This review elucidates fragment libraries, methods utilized in fragment identification/confirmation, strategies applied in growing the identified fragments into drug-like lead compounds, and applications of FBDD to different targets. As FBDD can be readily carried out through different biophysical and computer-based methods, it will play more important roles in drug discovery.
    Schlagwörter covid19
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2020-08-05
    Erscheinungsland Switzerland
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2814330-9
    ISSN 2296-889X
    ISSN 2296-889X
    DOI 10.3389/fmolb.2020.00180
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  4. Artikel ; Online: Targeting RNA-binding proteins with small molecules: Perspectives, pitfalls and bifunctional molecules.

    Li, Qingxin / Kang, Congbao

    FEBS letters

    2023  Band 597, Heft 16, Seite(n) 2031–2047

    Abstract: RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) play vital roles in organisms through binding with RNAs to regulate their functions. Small molecules affecting the function of RBPs have been developed, providing new avenues for drug discovery. Herein, we describe the ... ...

    Abstract RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) play vital roles in organisms through binding with RNAs to regulate their functions. Small molecules affecting the function of RBPs have been developed, providing new avenues for drug discovery. Herein, we describe the perspectives on developing small molecule regulators of RBPs. The following types of small molecule modulators are of great interest in drug discovery: small molecules binding to RBPs to affect interactions with RNA molecules, bifunctional molecules binding to RNA or RBP to influence their interactions, and other types of molecules that affect the stability of RNA or RBPs. Moreover, we emphasize that the bifunctional molecules may play important roles in small molecule development to overcome the challenges encountered in the process of drug discovery.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) RNA-Binding Proteins/genetics ; RNA-Binding Proteins/metabolism ; RNA/genetics ; Drug Discovery
    Chemische Substanzen RNA-Binding Proteins ; RNA (63231-63-0)
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2023-08-08
    Erscheinungsland England
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 212746-5
    ISSN 1873-3468 ; 0014-5793
    ISSN (online) 1873-3468
    ISSN 0014-5793
    DOI 10.1002/1873-3468.14710
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  5. Artikel ; Online: Targeting RNA‐binding proteins with small molecules: Perspectives, pitfalls and bifunctional molecules

    Li, Qingxin / Kang, Congbao

    FEBS Letters. 2023 Aug., v. 597, no. 16 p.2031-2047

    2023  

    Abstract: RNA‐binding proteins (RBPs) play vital roles in organisms through binding with RNAs to regulate their functions. Small molecules affecting the function of RBPs have been developed, providing new avenues for drug discovery. Herein, we describe the ... ...

    Abstract RNA‐binding proteins (RBPs) play vital roles in organisms through binding with RNAs to regulate their functions. Small molecules affecting the function of RBPs have been developed, providing new avenues for drug discovery. Herein, we describe the perspectives on developing small molecule regulators of RBPs. The following types of small molecule modulators are of great interest in drug discovery: small molecules binding to RBPs to affect interactions with RNA molecules, bifunctional molecules binding to RNA or RBP to influence their interactions, and other types of molecules that affect the stability of RNA or RBPs. Moreover, we emphasize that the bifunctional molecules may play important roles in small molecule development to overcome the challenges encountered in the process of drug discovery.
    Schlagwörter RNA ; RNA-binding proteins ; new drugs
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsverlauf 2023-08
    Umfang p. 2031-2047.
    Erscheinungsort John Wiley & Sons, Ltd
    Dokumenttyp Artikel ; Online
    Anmerkung REVIEW
    ZDB-ID 212746-5
    ISSN 1873-3468 ; 0014-5793
    ISSN (online) 1873-3468
    ISSN 0014-5793
    DOI 10.1002/1873-3468.14710
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  6. Artikel: Progress in Microbial Degradation of Feather Waste.

    Li, Qingxin

    Frontiers in microbiology

    2019  Band 10, Seite(n) 2717

    Abstract: Feathers are a major by-product of the poultry industry. They are mainly composed of keratins which have wide applications in different fields. Due to the increasing production of feathers from poultry industries, the untreated feathers could become ... ...

    Abstract Feathers are a major by-product of the poultry industry. They are mainly composed of keratins which have wide applications in different fields. Due to the increasing production of feathers from poultry industries, the untreated feathers could become pollutants because of their resistance to protease degradation. Feathers are rich in amino acids, which makes them a valuable source for fertilizer and animal feeds. Numerous bacteria and fungi exhibited capabilities to degrade chicken feathers by secreting enzymes such as keratinases, and accumulated evidence shows that feather-containing wastes can be converted into value-added products. This review summarizes recent progress in microbial degradation of feathers, structures of keratinases, feather application, and microorganisms that are able to secrete keratinase. In addition, the enzymes critical for keratin degradation and their mechanism of action are discussed. We also proposed the strategy that can be utilized for feather degradation. Based on the accumulated studies, microbial degradation of feathers has great potential to convert them into various products such as biofertilizer and animal feeds.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2019-12-05
    Erscheinungsland Switzerland
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2587354-4
    ISSN 1664-302X
    ISSN 1664-302X
    DOI 10.3389/fmicb.2019.02717
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  7. Artikel ; Online: Sarcomatoid malignant pleural mesothelioma in lung tip: A case report.

    Zou, Lei / Cui, Xiaodong / Li, Qingxin

    Asian journal of surgery

    2024  

    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2024-05-10
    Erscheinungsland Netherlands
    Dokumenttyp Letter
    ZDB-ID 1068461-x
    ISSN 0219-3108 ; 1015-9584
    ISSN (online) 0219-3108
    ISSN 1015-9584
    DOI 10.1016/j.asjsur.2024.04.176
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  8. Artikel: Structures and Dynamics of Dengue Virus Nonstructural Membrane Proteins.

    Li, Qingxin / Kang, Congbao

    Membranes

    2022  Band 12, Heft 2

    Abstract: Dengue virus is an important human pathogen threating people, especially in tropical and sub-tropical regions. The viral genome has one open reading frame and encodes one polyprotein which can be processed into structural and nonstructural (NS) proteins. ...

    Abstract Dengue virus is an important human pathogen threating people, especially in tropical and sub-tropical regions. The viral genome has one open reading frame and encodes one polyprotein which can be processed into structural and nonstructural (NS) proteins. Four of the seven nonstructural proteins, NS2A, NS2B, NS4A and NS4B, are membrane proteins. Unlike NS3 or NS5, these proteins do not harbor any enzymatic activities, but they play important roles in viral replication through interactions with viral or host proteins to regulate important pathways and enzymatic activities. The location of these proteins on the cell membrane and the functional roles in viral replication make them important targets for antiviral development. Indeed, NS4B inhibitors exhibit antiviral activities in different assays. Structural studies of these proteins are hindered due to challenges in crystallization and the dynamic nature of these proteins. In this review, the function and membrane topologies of dengue nonstructural membrane proteins are presented. The roles of solution NMR spectroscopy in elucidating the structure and dynamics of these proteins are introduced. The success in the development of NS4B inhibitors proves that this class of proteins is an attractive target for antiviral development.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2022-02-17
    Erscheinungsland Switzerland
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2614641-1
    ISSN 2077-0375
    ISSN 2077-0375
    DOI 10.3390/membranes12020231
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  9. Artikel ; Online: Dengue virus NS4B protein as a target for developing antivirals.

    Li, Qingxin / Kang, Congbao

    Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology

    2022  Band 12, Seite(n) 959727

    Abstract: Dengue virus is an important pathogen affecting global population while no specific treatment is available against this virus. Effort has been made to develop inhibitors through targeting viral nonstructural proteins such as NS3 and NS5 with enzymatic ... ...

    Abstract Dengue virus is an important pathogen affecting global population while no specific treatment is available against this virus. Effort has been made to develop inhibitors through targeting viral nonstructural proteins such as NS3 and NS5 with enzymatic activities. No potent inhibitors entering clinical studies have been developed so far due to many challenges. The genome of dengue virus encodes four membrane-bound nonstructural proteins which do not possess any enzymatic activities. Studies have shown that the membrane protein-NS4B is a validated target for drug discovery and several NS4B inhibitors exhibited antiviral activities in various assays and entered preclinical studies.. Here, we summarize the recent studies on dengue NS4B protein. The structure and membrane topology of dengue NS4B derived from biochemical and biophysical studies are described. Function of NS4B through protein-protein interactions and some available NS4B inhibitors are summarized. Accumulated studies demonstrated that cell-based assays play important roles in developing NS4B inhibitors. Although the atomic structure of NS4B is not obtained, target-based drug discovery approach become feasible to develop NS4B inhibitors as recombinant NS4B protein is available.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) Antiviral Agents/metabolism ; Antiviral Agents/pharmacology ; Dengue/drug therapy ; Dengue Virus/genetics ; Humans ; Membrane Proteins/metabolism ; Recombinant Proteins/metabolism ; Viral Nonstructural Proteins/genetics ; Virus Replication
    Chemische Substanzen Antiviral Agents ; Membrane Proteins ; NS4B protein, Dengue virus ; Recombinant Proteins ; Viral Nonstructural Proteins
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2022-08-09
    Erscheinungsland Switzerland
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2619676-1
    ISSN 2235-2988 ; 2235-2988
    ISSN (online) 2235-2988
    ISSN 2235-2988
    DOI 10.3389/fcimb.2022.959727
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  10. Artikel ; Online: The application of intraoperative ultrasound with burr hole probe in minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment in neurosurgery.

    Li, Qing-Xin / Li, Zhi-Fan / Yu, Yong-Qiang / Xu, Pei-Kun

    World neurosurgery

    2024  

    Abstract: Objective: To summarize the preliminary application experience of intraoperative ultrasound with burr hole probe in minimally invasive neurosurgery and to explore its application value.: Methods: 29 patients who underwent intraoperative ultrasound ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To summarize the preliminary application experience of intraoperative ultrasound with burr hole probe in minimally invasive neurosurgery and to explore its application value.
    Methods: 29 patients who underwent intraoperative ultrasound guided puncture with burr hole probe in our center from August 2018 to November 2023 were collected, including 15 cases of ventriculoperitoneal shunt operation, 5 cases of assisted stereotactic needle biopsy, 3 cases of intracranial pressure probe implantation in lateral ventricle, 3 cases of brain abscess puncture for external drainage, and 3 cases of intracranial cyst puncture and peritoneal drainage. During the procedures, the burr hole probe was used to locate the intracranial targets and guide the puncture. The postoperative CT scans or combined postoperative pathological results could verify the accuracy of puncture. In addition, the intervention effect and recovery status of patients were also recorded.
    Results: The intraoperative ultrasound with burr hole probe could clearly display all the purposed targets and accurately guide the puncture procedures in all cases. All patients achieved satisfactory diagnostic and therapeutic results without new neurological dysfunction and serious complications.
    Conclusions: The intraoperative ultrasound with burr hole probe is an effective device for demonstrating intracranial structures. It not only enables minimally invasive and precise diagnosis or treatment of many neurosurgical diseases, but also is simple and safe to operate, which has important promotional value in the neurosurgery.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2024-05-29
    Erscheinungsland United States
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2534351-8
    ISSN 1878-8769 ; 1878-8750
    ISSN (online) 1878-8769
    ISSN 1878-8750
    DOI 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.05.146
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