Background It has been shown previously that human monocytes fed with haemozoin (HZ)
or trophozoite-parasitized RBCs displayed increased matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) …

Polyphenols from diverse sources have shown anti‐inflammatory activity. In the context of
atherosclerosis, macrophages play important roles including matrix metalloproteinases …

In our previous study, we have shown that PARP-1 inhibition (genetic or pharmacological)
ameliorates elastase-induced inflammation and emphysema. Since matrix …

Morus bombycis Koidzumi, commonly known as silkworm mulberry, is a plant belonging to
family Moraceae. It has been used in Asian countries as a traditional medicine for treating …

Numerous studies have indicated that the expression of matrix metalloproteinase‑9 (MMP‑9)
contributes to the atherosclerotic plaque hemorrhage and rupture. Aspirin, a non‑steroidal …

Hydrogen sulfide (H 2 S) is the first inorganic compound identified as both a substrate for
mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation and a transmitter in mammalian cells. H 2 S seems …

L-Menthol is the main ingredient of peppermint which affects various pharmacological
effects such as anti-inflammation and anti-oxidative activity. In this study, we aimed to …

The MMPs constitute a family of endopeptidases that can cleavage extracellular proteins.
They are involved in a number of events; some of these include inflammatory processes …

Statins, also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are widely prescribed drugs for the
prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. In addition to their lipid-lowering …

Objective (s): Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is confirmed to cause lesions in multiple
organs, especially in the lung tissue. Tempol is an antioxidant that has been reported to …