Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
1939876 Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications 2006 8 Pages PDF
Abstract

We have employed a biological chemistry approach to dissect the mechanisms underpinning cellular responses to oxidant stress and to develop biologically relevant anti-oxidants. We have used telomere biology to define cellular stress responses and have observed telomere independent, p21- and p16-dependent stasis following oxidative insult in human fibroblasts. This was accompanied by reduction in XRCC5 expression and elevation of SIRT 1 expression. Using these markers in conjunction with senescence-associated β-galactosidase expression, we have developed and screened novel nitrone based anti-oxidant compounds. We have identified functional compounds that are unsuitable for use in primary human cells. This has allowed subsequent identification of suitably structured compounds that act as superior biological anti-oxidants, which have potential for use in clinical interventions.

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