PMID-sentid Pub_year Sent_text comp_official_name comp_offset protein_name organism prot_offset 11159835-0 2001 Regulation of metallothionein II messenger ribonucleic acid measures exogenous estrogen receptor-beta activity in SAOS-2 and LNCaPLN3 cells. ribonucleic 43-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-32 11024027-7 2001 Conversely, mutation of Ile(265) in MC3 (the corresponding residue of Tyr(268)) to Tyr displayed a gain of affinity for [d-Tyr(4)]MT-II, but not for Agouti protein, and a loss of affinity for [Nle(4)]Lys-gamma(2)-MSH as compared with wild-type MC3R. D-tyrosine 121-126 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 130-135 11127411-8 2000 In Northern blotting experiments, MT-II mRNA levels were induced over a wide range of Zn concentrations during 2-h exposures; specifcally, levels increased by 9- to 115-fold with exposure to 100 microM ZnCl, and by 16- to 311-fold with exposure to 200 microM ZnCl2. Zinc 86-88 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 34-39 11024027-7 2001 Conversely, mutation of Ile(265) in MC3 (the corresponding residue of Tyr(268)) to Tyr displayed a gain of affinity for [d-Tyr(4)]MT-II, but not for Agouti protein, and a loss of affinity for [Nle(4)]Lys-gamma(2)-MSH as compared with wild-type MC3R. Isoleucine 24-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 130-135 11188527-8 2000 Molecular mechanics calculations suggest that changes of even a single amino acid in lobster Cd3 beta N toward lobster Cd3 beta C-->N or in mammalian MT1 or MT2 toward Cd3 beta-MT3 (GIF) can destabilize their structures. Nitrogen 102-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 160-163 11127411-8 2000 In Northern blotting experiments, MT-II mRNA levels were induced over a wide range of Zn concentrations during 2-h exposures; specifcally, levels increased by 9- to 115-fold with exposure to 100 microM ZnCl, and by 16- to 311-fold with exposure to 200 microM ZnCl2. zncl 202-206 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 34-39 11127411-8 2000 In Northern blotting experiments, MT-II mRNA levels were induced over a wide range of Zn concentrations during 2-h exposures; specifcally, levels increased by 9- to 115-fold with exposure to 100 microM ZnCl, and by 16- to 311-fold with exposure to 200 microM ZnCl2. zinc chloride 259-264 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 34-39 10716192-6 2000 One to seven molar equivalents of zinc or of cadmium were added to metal-free human MT-2 at neutral pH, and the resulting complexes were measured by ESI mass spectrometry. Cadmium 45-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-88 11177190-4 2000 Our aim was to show whether measurement of T lymphocyte MT-2A mRNA, using a competitive reverse transcriptase (RT)--polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay, could indicate Zn status in human subjects in a residential Zn-depletion study. Zinc 170-172 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-61 11177190-4 2000 Our aim was to show whether measurement of T lymphocyte MT-2A mRNA, using a competitive reverse transcriptase (RT)--polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay, could indicate Zn status in human subjects in a residential Zn-depletion study. Zinc 215-217 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-61 11068946-1 2000 It has been difficult, so far, to obtain melatonin analogs possessing high selectivity for the respective melatonin receptors, mt1 and MT2. Melatonin 41-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-138 11068946-7 2000 On the contrary, it elicited only minimal MT2 receptor-mediated G protein activation, with a relative intrinsic activity of 0.16, and was also able to inhibit the melatonin-induced MT2 receptor-mediated G protein activation, with a pKB value of 7.4. Melatonin 163-172 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 181-184 11057756-5 2000 The data suggest that in human placental trophoblasts, a correlation may exist between MT2 receptor gene expression and the direct anti-proliferative action of melatonin. Melatonin 160-169 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-90 10920283-3 2000 In the present study, we investigated the therapeutic effect of the combination of vascular endothelial growth factor neutralizing antibody (VEGF Ab) and mitomycin C (MMC) on MT-2, a human gastric cancer xenograft. Mitomycin 154-165 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 175-179 10920283-3 2000 In the present study, we investigated the therapeutic effect of the combination of vascular endothelial growth factor neutralizing antibody (VEGF Ab) and mitomycin C (MMC) on MT-2, a human gastric cancer xenograft. Mitomycin 167-170 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 175-179 10842331-2 2000 We report the effects of melatonin on the cellular morphology of Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells transformed to express the human melatonin receptors, mt1 and MT2. Melatonin 25-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 161-164 11063602-4 2000 The affinities of the compounds for melatonin binding sites were evaluated in vitro in binding assays using chicken brain melatonin and the human mt(1) and MT(2) receptors expressed in HEK-293 cells. Melatonin 36-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 156-160 11063602-7 2000 The data highlighted the role of the methoxy group located in the ortho position to the ethylamido chain as compounds with picomolar affinities such as 14c were obtained (chicken brain, hmt(1), hMT(2) K(i) values = 0.02, 0.008, 0.069 nM, respectively). Carbon-14 152-155 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 194-199 11501155-2 2000 METHODS: An inducible system, MT-II regulatory system which allowed controlled expression of protein upon addition of ZnSO4(100 mumol/L) as an external inducer was used. Zinc Sulfate 118-123 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 30-35 10940647-14 2000 Increased expression of MT-1E, as well as MT-1X and MT-2A, protects against metal toxicity in PMC42 breast cancer cells. Metals 76-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-57 10738107-6 2000 In both NIH-mt1 and NIH-MT2 cells, melatonin pretreatment decreased cell proliferation and transformation. Melatonin 35-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-27 10716192-6 2000 One to seven molar equivalents of zinc or of cadmium were added to metal-free human MT-2 at neutral pH, and the resulting complexes were measured by ESI mass spectrometry. Metals 67-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-88 10506163-0 1999 Interactions of bismuth complexes with metallothionein(II). Bismuth 16-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-58 10968275-0 2000 Synthesis of a small library of phenylalkylamide derivatives as melatoninergic ligands for human mt1 and MT2 receptors. phenylalkylamide 32-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-108 10567918-4 2000 Fluorescent MTII localized to the nucleus of digitonin-permeabilized human SCC25 carcinoma cells, consistent with its endogenous distribution in these cells. Digitonin 45-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-16 10567918-6 2000 Depletion of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) inhibited MTII nuclear localization, implying energy-dependent nuclear translocation or retention of MT. Adenosine Triphosphate 13-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-56 10567918-6 2000 Depletion of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) inhibited MTII nuclear localization, implying energy-dependent nuclear translocation or retention of MT. Adenosine Triphosphate 37-40 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-56 10542048-2 1999 This folded retro-alpha domain was able to bind Cd(II) in identical stoichiometries with the chemically synthesized alpha domain of metallothionein-2. cd(ii) 48-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 132-149 10205014-2 1999 GR128107 (3-(1-acetyl-3-methyl-piperidine)-5-methoxyindole) has previously been reported to be a competitive melatonin receptor antagonist in blocking melatonin inhibition of [3H]-dopamine release from rabbit retina, a response mediated by the MT2 receptor subtype. GR 128107 0-8 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 244-247 10471781-7 1999 Copper administration gave rise to substantially increased MT-1 mRNA, a slightly lower increase in MT-2 and also a significant increase in CP mRNA with similar kinetics. Copper 0-6 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 99-103 10403520-5 1999 The treatment of the two cell lines with 50 microM CdCl2 induced hsp72, hsp32 and metallothionein (MT-II) mRNAs, and the induction level of each mRNA did not differ in the two cell lines. Cadmium Chloride 51-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 82-97 10403520-5 1999 The treatment of the two cell lines with 50 microM CdCl2 induced hsp72, hsp32 and metallothionein (MT-II) mRNAs, and the induction level of each mRNA did not differ in the two cell lines. Cadmium Chloride 51-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 99-104 10403520-6 1999 However, the treatment with 20 microM CdCl2 induced the hsp72 and hsp32 mRNAs in A2780CP cells less than in A2780 cells, while the MT-II mRNA was induced to similar levels in the two cell lines. Cadmium Chloride 38-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 131-136 10405347-1 1999 In search for selective agonists at human melanocortin-4 receptor, proline-substituted analogs of MTII, a potent nonselective agonist at melanocortin receptors, were prepared by solid-phase syntheses and evaluated for their ability to bind and activate human MC-3, MC-4, and MC-5 receptors. Proline 67-74 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-102 10405347-1 1999 In search for selective agonists at human melanocortin-4 receptor, proline-substituted analogs of MTII, a potent nonselective agonist at melanocortin receptors, were prepared by solid-phase syntheses and evaluated for their ability to bind and activate human MC-3, MC-4, and MC-5 receptors. MC-4 265-269 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-102 10455277-1 1999 NIH3T3 fibroblast cells transfected with the full-length coding region of the MT2 human melatonin receptor stably expressed the receptor that is coupled to a pertussis toxin-sensitive G protein and exhibits high affinity for melatonin (K(I) = 261 pM). Melatonin 88-97 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-81 10455277-4 1999 MT2 melatonin receptors mediated incorporation of [35S]-GTPgammaS into isolated membranes via receptor catalyzed exchange of [35S]-GTPgammaS for GDP. Sulfur-35 51-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 10455277-4 1999 MT2 melatonin receptors mediated incorporation of [35S]-GTPgammaS into isolated membranes via receptor catalyzed exchange of [35S]-GTPgammaS for GDP. Sulfur-35 126-129 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 10455277-4 1999 MT2 melatonin receptors mediated incorporation of [35S]-GTPgammaS into isolated membranes via receptor catalyzed exchange of [35S]-GTPgammaS for GDP. Guanosine Diphosphate 145-148 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 10455277-9 1999 The other two mt1 antagonists used here, 4P-PDOT and N-[(2-phenyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]cyclobutanecarboxamide, behaved as partial agonists at the MT2 subtype, with relative intrinsic activities of 0.37 and 0.39, respectively. n-[(2-phenyl-1h-indol-3-yl)ethyl]cyclobutanecarboxamide 53-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 145-148 10381796-2 1999 At least three types of binding sites have been described for melatonin: the G-coupled, seven-transmembrane domain receptors mt1 and MT2 and a putative binding site called MT3. Melatonin 62-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 133-136 10420436-2 1999 In the present study, we describe the utility of a melanophore cell line from Xenopus laevis for exploring structure-activity relationships among novel melatonin analogues and report a novel MT2-selective agonist (IIK7) and MT2-selective receptor antagonist (K185). K 185 259-263 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 191-194 10420436-2 1999 In the present study, we describe the utility of a melanophore cell line from Xenopus laevis for exploring structure-activity relationships among novel melatonin analogues and report a novel MT2-selective agonist (IIK7) and MT2-selective receptor antagonist (K185). K 185 259-263 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 224-227 10420436-6 1999 A low concentration (10(-9) M) antagonizes melatonin inhibition of forskolin stimulation of cyclic AMP in NIH3T3 cells expressing human MT2 receptors, but has no effect in cells expressing mt1 receptors. Melatonin 43-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-139 10420436-6 1999 A low concentration (10(-9) M) antagonizes melatonin inhibition of forskolin stimulation of cyclic AMP in NIH3T3 cells expressing human MT2 receptors, but has no effect in cells expressing mt1 receptors. Colforsin 67-76 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-139 10420436-7 1999 In binding assays, K185 is 140-fold selective for the MT2 subtype. K 185 19-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-57 10205014-2 1999 GR128107 (3-(1-acetyl-3-methyl-piperidine)-5-methoxyindole) has previously been reported to be a competitive melatonin receptor antagonist in blocking melatonin inhibition of [3H]-dopamine release from rabbit retina, a response mediated by the MT2 receptor subtype. 3-(1-acetyl-3-methyl-piperidine)-5-methoxyindole 10-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 244-247 10205014-18 1999 This suggestion is supported by the finding that GR128107, like melatonin, acted as a full agonist and inhibited forskolin-stimulation of cyclic AMP accumulation in NIH-3T3 cells expressing a high density of human mt1 or MT2 receptors. GR 128107 49-57 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 221-224 10205014-18 1999 This suggestion is supported by the finding that GR128107, like melatonin, acted as a full agonist and inhibited forskolin-stimulation of cyclic AMP accumulation in NIH-3T3 cells expressing a high density of human mt1 or MT2 receptors. Colforsin 113-122 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 221-224 18475903-9 1999 Mass spectral data are reported for metal-free MT 2A and Ag(n)-MT (n = 14-18). Metals 36-41 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 47-52 10366984-4 1999 The cells expressed Fas antigen was added to HepG2.2.15 cells expressing Fas Ligand together with fresh RPMI 1640 medium and incubated for 48-72 hours at 37 degrees C. The apoptosis in MT2 cells was detected by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase mediated dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL). rpmi 1640 medium 104-120 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 185-188 10366984-4 1999 The cells expressed Fas antigen was added to HepG2.2.15 cells expressing Fas Ligand together with fresh RPMI 1640 medium and incubated for 48-72 hours at 37 degrees C. The apoptosis in MT2 cells was detected by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase mediated dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL). deoxyuridine triphosphate 258-262 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 185-188 9893984-10 1999 Our data provide indirect evidence for the suggestion that the Cys-110 to Cys-117 octapeptide loop of human AGRP mimics the conformation of alpha-MSH, MT-II, and SHU-9119. Cysteine 63-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 151-156 9893984-10 1999 Our data provide indirect evidence for the suggestion that the Cys-110 to Cys-117 octapeptide loop of human AGRP mimics the conformation of alpha-MSH, MT-II, and SHU-9119. Cysteine 74-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 151-156 10608615-11 1999 Finally, in order to eliminate the class I molecules from the cell surface, we treated the MT-2 using a buffered citric acid solution (pH 3.8). Citric Acid 113-124 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 91-95 10085460-1 1999 NIH3T3 fibroblast cells transfected with the full-length coding regions of the mt1 and MT2 human melatonin receptors stably expressed the receptor, coupled to a pertussis-toxin-sensitive G protein and exhibiting high affinity for melatonin. Melatonin 97-106 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-90 10085460-2 1999 Both mt1 and MT2 melatonin receptors mediated the incorporation of [35S]GTPgammaS into isolated membranes via receptor-catalyzed exchange of [35S]GTPgammaS for GDP. Sulfur-35 68-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-16 10085460-2 1999 Both mt1 and MT2 melatonin receptors mediated the incorporation of [35S]GTPgammaS into isolated membranes via receptor-catalyzed exchange of [35S]GTPgammaS for GDP. Sulfur-35 142-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-16 10085460-2 1999 Both mt1 and MT2 melatonin receptors mediated the incorporation of [35S]GTPgammaS into isolated membranes via receptor-catalyzed exchange of [35S]GTPgammaS for GDP. Guanosine Diphosphate 160-163 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-16 10085460-7 1999 Two other mt1 antagonists, 4P-PDOT and N-[(2-phenyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]cyclobutanecarboxamide, behaved as partial agonists at the MT2 subtype, with relative intrinsic activities of 0.37 and 0.39, respectively. n-[(2-phenyl-1h-indol-3-yl)ethyl]cyclobutanecarboxamide 39-94 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 131-134 10447101-0 1999 Structure-function studies on the cyclic peptide MT-II, lactam derivative of alpha-melanotropin. Lactams 56-62 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-54 10447101-2 1999 Replacement of His with Ala resulted in [Ala6]-MT-II with affinity and agonist potency at human MC3, MC4, and MC5 receptors similar to MT-II. Histidine 15-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 47-52 10447101-2 1999 Replacement of His with Ala resulted in [Ala6]-MT-II with affinity and agonist potency at human MC3, MC4, and MC5 receptors similar to MT-II. Alanine 24-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 47-52 10447101-5 1999 The nuclear magnetic resonance analysis of MT-II suggested involvement of Phe and Arg residues in H-bonds stabilizing the bent conformations of the peptide backbone. Phenylalanine 74-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-48 10447101-5 1999 The nuclear magnetic resonance analysis of MT-II suggested involvement of Phe and Arg residues in H-bonds stabilizing the bent conformations of the peptide backbone. Arginine 82-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-48 9545559-3 1998 The mRNA level of MT-II, a major isoform of MT genes, was more prominently increased than that of HSP70 when WISH cells were exposed to CdCl2 (5-15 microM, for 6 h). Cadmium Chloride 136-141 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-23 10696239-4 1998 Recently, the yeast two-hybrid system has identified hASNA-I as a cellular partner of metallothionein II suggesting an additional role in Zn homeostasis and cellular detoxification. Zinc 138-140 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-104 9790511-1 1998 By employing electron spin resonance spectroscopy, we examined the free radicals scavenging effects of hepatic metallothionein (MT) isoforms I and II (MTs-I and II) on four types of free radicals. Free Radicals 67-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 103-163 9790511-2 1998 Solutions of 0.15 mM of MT-I and 0.3 mM of MT-II were found to scavenge the 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radicals (1.30 x 10(15) spins/ml) completely. 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radicals 76-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-48 9618428-4 1998 In Chinese hamster ovary cells expressing human mt1 or MT2 receptors, both melatonin and GR196429 dose-dependently inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation. Melatonin 75-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-58 9618428-4 1998 In Chinese hamster ovary cells expressing human mt1 or MT2 receptors, both melatonin and GR196429 dose-dependently inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation. GR 196429 89-97 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-58 9618428-4 1998 In Chinese hamster ovary cells expressing human mt1 or MT2 receptors, both melatonin and GR196429 dose-dependently inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation. Colforsin 125-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-58 12671304-5 1998 By employing electron spin resonance spectroscopy (ESR), we examined for the first time the free radical scavenging effects of MT-I and MT-II isoforms on four types of free radicals. Free Radicals 92-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-141 12671304-6 1998 Solutions of 0.15 mM of MT-I and 0.3 mM of MT-II scavenged the 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radicals completely. 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radicals 63-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-48 12136178-2 1999 The results showed that MT-II promoter could be activated by the induction with 160 &mgr;mol/L Zn(2+) and the expression of Bcl-2 plays an important role in apoptosis of SGC7901 cells. Adenosine Monophosphate 85-88 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-29 12136178-2 1999 The results showed that MT-II promoter could be activated by the induction with 160 &mgr;mol/L Zn(2+) and the expression of Bcl-2 plays an important role in apoptosis of SGC7901 cells. Zinc 99-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-29 9545559-5 1998 Pretreatment of cells with 30 mM NAC significantly reduced both HSP70 and MT-II mRNA levels in the cells exposed to 50 microM CdCl2. Cadmium Chloride 126-131 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-79 9545559-10 1998 Taken together, NAC seems to have at least two concentration-dependent functions in WISH cells exposed to CdCl2; the low concentration of NAC can suppress the induction of HSP70 gene expression as well as the increase of lipid peroxidation via an antioxidant pathway, while the high concentration of NAC can suppress the induction of MT-II mRNA as well as cadmium-induced cell death. Cadmium Chloride 106-111 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 334-339 9006042-13 1997 These results suggest that TCP is uniquely involved in TMA-dependent methanogenesis, that this corrinoid protein is methylated by the substrate and demethylated by either isozyme of MT2, and that the predominant isozyme of MT2 found in TMA-grown cells is the favored participant in the TMA:CoM methyl transfer reaction. 4,4-dimethylcholesta-8,14-dien-3-ol 236-239 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 223-226 9553716-3 1998 The canine MT-III had 2 insertions relative to known mammalian MT-I and MT-II: a threonine after the 4th amino acid and a block of 6 amino acids near the carboxyl terminus. Threonine 81-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 11-16 9666516-0 1998 Differential transactivation of human metallothionein-IIa in cisplatin-resistant and -sensitive cells. Cisplatin 61-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-57 9138684-9 1997 CdCl2 1 microM, ZnCl2 20-40 microM or HgCl2 2 microM pretreatment for 20 h induced MT-2 mRNA and total MT protein accumulation and had no effect on proliferation potential or metabolic activity, but significantly inhibited the ability of subsequent lipopolysaccharide treatment to induce the oxidative burst, increased adhesion to plastic, and MT-2 and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta) mRNA accumulation. Cadmium Chloride 0-5 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-87 9138684-9 1997 CdCl2 1 microM, ZnCl2 20-40 microM or HgCl2 2 microM pretreatment for 20 h induced MT-2 mRNA and total MT protein accumulation and had no effect on proliferation potential or metabolic activity, but significantly inhibited the ability of subsequent lipopolysaccharide treatment to induce the oxidative burst, increased adhesion to plastic, and MT-2 and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta) mRNA accumulation. Cadmium Chloride 0-5 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 344-348 9138684-9 1997 CdCl2 1 microM, ZnCl2 20-40 microM or HgCl2 2 microM pretreatment for 20 h induced MT-2 mRNA and total MT protein accumulation and had no effect on proliferation potential or metabolic activity, but significantly inhibited the ability of subsequent lipopolysaccharide treatment to induce the oxidative burst, increased adhesion to plastic, and MT-2 and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta) mRNA accumulation. zinc chloride 16-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-87 9138684-9 1997 CdCl2 1 microM, ZnCl2 20-40 microM or HgCl2 2 microM pretreatment for 20 h induced MT-2 mRNA and total MT protein accumulation and had no effect on proliferation potential or metabolic activity, but significantly inhibited the ability of subsequent lipopolysaccharide treatment to induce the oxidative burst, increased adhesion to plastic, and MT-2 and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta) mRNA accumulation. zinc chloride 16-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 344-348 9138684-9 1997 CdCl2 1 microM, ZnCl2 20-40 microM or HgCl2 2 microM pretreatment for 20 h induced MT-2 mRNA and total MT protein accumulation and had no effect on proliferation potential or metabolic activity, but significantly inhibited the ability of subsequent lipopolysaccharide treatment to induce the oxidative burst, increased adhesion to plastic, and MT-2 and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta) mRNA accumulation. Mercuric Chloride 38-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-87 9138684-9 1997 CdCl2 1 microM, ZnCl2 20-40 microM or HgCl2 2 microM pretreatment for 20 h induced MT-2 mRNA and total MT protein accumulation and had no effect on proliferation potential or metabolic activity, but significantly inhibited the ability of subsequent lipopolysaccharide treatment to induce the oxidative burst, increased adhesion to plastic, and MT-2 and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta) mRNA accumulation. Mercuric Chloride 38-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 344-348 9006042-10 1997 The TMA-MT polypeptides, when supplemented with purified methylcorrinoid:CoM methyltransferase (MT2), could effect the demethylation of TMA with the subsequent methylation of CoM and the production of dimethylamine at specific activities of up to 600 nmol/min/mg of TMA-MT protein. 4,4-dimethylcholesta-8,14-dien-3-ol 4-7 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-99 9006042-10 1997 The TMA-MT polypeptides, when supplemented with purified methylcorrinoid:CoM methyltransferase (MT2), could effect the demethylation of TMA with the subsequent methylation of CoM and the production of dimethylamine at specific activities of up to 600 nmol/min/mg of TMA-MT protein. 4,4-dimethylcholesta-8,14-dien-3-ol 136-139 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-99 9006042-10 1997 The TMA-MT polypeptides, when supplemented with purified methylcorrinoid:CoM methyltransferase (MT2), could effect the demethylation of TMA with the subsequent methylation of CoM and the production of dimethylamine at specific activities of up to 600 nmol/min/mg of TMA-MT protein. dimethylamine 201-214 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-99 9006042-10 1997 The TMA-MT polypeptides, when supplemented with purified methylcorrinoid:CoM methyltransferase (MT2), could effect the demethylation of TMA with the subsequent methylation of CoM and the production of dimethylamine at specific activities of up to 600 nmol/min/mg of TMA-MT protein. 4,4-dimethylcholesta-8,14-dien-3-ol 136-139 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-99 9006042-12 1997 TMA-MT could interact with either isozyme of MT2 but had the greatest affinity for the A isozyme. tma-mt 0-6 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 45-48 9287296-3 1997 In addition, we also examined the effects of these same mutations on the binding affinity and potency of the structurally related agonists alpha-MSH, gamma-MSH, and Ac-Nle4-cyclic-[Asp5,His6,D-Phe7,Arg8,Trp9,Lys10]NH2 (MT-II). ac-nle4-cyclic 165-179 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 219-224 9342709-2 1997 Asn at position 4 conserved among all mammalian metallothionein-1 and metallothionein-2 is replaced by Asp in the canine metallothionein cDNA clone. Asparagine 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-87 9006042-13 1997 These results suggest that TCP is uniquely involved in TMA-dependent methanogenesis, that this corrinoid protein is methylated by the substrate and demethylated by either isozyme of MT2, and that the predominant isozyme of MT2 found in TMA-grown cells is the favored participant in the TMA:CoM methyl transfer reaction. 4,4-dimethylcholesta-8,14-dien-3-ol 236-239 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 223-226 8774075-1 1996 Titration studies of Cd-binding alpha-fragment, the carboxyl-terminal half of human metallothionein-2, which was independently expressed in Escherichia coli as a Cd-binding form, with Cu were performed. Cadmium 21-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-101 8906826-2 1996 Here we show that M-T2 protein is secreted from infected cells as an N-linked glycoprotein, with both complex and hybrid or high mannose oligosaccharide chains. mannose oligosaccharide 129-152 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-22 8837045-4 1996 administration of ZnSO4 increases the synthesis of metallothionein I mRNA and metallothionein II mRNA. Zinc Sulfate 18-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-96 8774075-1 1996 Titration studies of Cd-binding alpha-fragment, the carboxyl-terminal half of human metallothionein-2, which was independently expressed in Escherichia coli as a Cd-binding form, with Cu were performed. Cadmium 162-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-101 8786322-7 1996 These bands were also recovered with CD21 precipitated from MT2 cells with C3d bound to Sepharose via the internal thioester, but were absent in CD21-expressing B cell lines. Sepharose 88-97 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 8852057-4 1996 Western blots indicated that metallothioneins-I and II eluted at 16% acetonitrile and metallothionein-III eluted at 37% acetonitrile. acetonitrile 69-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-54 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. Lactams 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-48 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. Lactams 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-55 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. Lactams 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-141 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. ac-nle4-asp5-his6-d-phe7-arg8 76-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-48 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. ac-nle4-asp5-his6-d-phe7-arg8 76-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-55 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. alpha-msh4-10-nh2 117-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-48 8637402-2 1996 The lactam-bridged molecule, called Melanotan-II (MT-II), has the structure Ac-Nle4-Asp5-His6-D-Phe7-Arg8-Trp9-Lys10 alpha-MSH4-10-NH2 (MT-II) and has superpotent melanotropic activity in vitro. alpha-msh4-10-nh2 117-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-55 7635826-11 1995 A likely mechanism is that the 29-kDa corrinoid is methylated by MMA and the methyl group is then transferred by the "A" isozyme of MT2 to CoM. 29-kda 31-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 132-135 8720126-0 1995 Expression of human metallothionein-2 in Escherichia coli: cadmium tolerance of transformed cells. Cadmium 59-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-37 8720126-8 1995 It was demonstrated that human metallothionein-2 functioned for cadmium detoxification in E. coli. Cadmium 64-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 31-48 7635826-11 1995 A likely mechanism is that the 29-kDa corrinoid is methylated by MMA and the methyl group is then transferred by the "A" isozyme of MT2 to CoM. Corrinoids 38-47 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 132-135 7640344-3 1995 The effects of TNF and IFN-beta were further distinguished by the action of the protein synthesis inhibitor cycloheximide, which reduced MT-II mRNA stimulation by TNF but enhanced IFN-beta-induced MT-II mRNA. Cycloheximide 108-121 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-142 8664218-4 1995 Northern hybridization with human MT-IIa cDNA showed a significant increase in the gene expression of MT in the cells treated with 1,25(OH)2D3. Calcitriol 131-142 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 34-40 7640344-3 1995 The effects of TNF and IFN-beta were further distinguished by the action of the protein synthesis inhibitor cycloheximide, which reduced MT-II mRNA stimulation by TNF but enhanced IFN-beta-induced MT-II mRNA. Cycloheximide 108-121 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 197-202 7880833-1 1995 Rabbit liver metallothionein-2 is shown to form covalent bonds with the anticancer agent melphalan, in support of the hypothesis that covalent sequestration by metallothionein constitutes one mechanism for the cross-resistance acquired by cancer patients to therapeutic alkylating agents. Melphalan 89-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-30 7989768-2 1994 A 2-kB cDNA for the vitamin D receptor (VDR) was cloned in sense orientation into the plasmid pMEP4 (containing a cadmium-inducible metallothionein II promoter and a hygromycin-resistance selection gene) and transfected into monoblastoid U937 cells. Cadmium 114-121 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 132-150 7999084-0 1994 Metallothionein-II and ferritin H mRNA levels are increased in arsenite-exposed HeLa cells. arsenite 63-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-18 7999084-4 1994 Isolation and sequencing of three clones that showed a higher hybridization signal to RNA from arsenite-exposed cells, versus unexposed cells, revealed that two of the cDNAs coded for human ferritin H chain and the other coded for metallothionein-II. arsenite 95-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 231-249 34886787-6 2021 It is a melatonin receptor agonist (MT1 and MT2) and a 5-HT2C receptor antagonist. Melatonin 8-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-47 7920723-3 1994 Transcripts and Cd-binding proteins of expected size were observed in plants expressing either the 35S2-hMTII or the 35S2-hMTII/GUS gene, and in the latter plants a protein with GUS activity that was larger than the native GUS enzyme was observed. Cadmium 16-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-109 7920723-3 1994 Transcripts and Cd-binding proteins of expected size were observed in plants expressing either the 35S2-hMTII or the 35S2-hMTII/GUS gene, and in the latter plants a protein with GUS activity that was larger than the native GUS enzyme was observed. Cadmium 16-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-127 7920723-4 1994 Thus, plants expressing the hMTII-GUS gene synthesize a bifunctional protein, with both GUS and Cd-binding activity. Cadmium 96-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 28-33 8206390-0 1994 Interactions of nuclear proteins from uninduced, induced and superinduced HeLa cells with metal regulatory elements MRE3 and 4 of the human metallothionein IIa-encoding gene. Metals 90-95 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-159 7981453-5 1994 In this paper we report on the isolation of an estrogen receptor (ER) from a TAM stimulated tumor (MCF-7/MT2) which contains a point mutation that causes a tyrosine for aspartate substitution at amino acid 351 in the ligand binding domain. Tamoxifen 77-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-108 8432788-0 1993 Augmented induction by dexamethasone of metallothionein IIa messenger ribonucleic acid in fibroblasts from a patient with cortisol hyperreactive syndrome. Dexamethasone 23-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 40-59 8432788-1 1993 Northern blot analysis was used to investigate the effect of dexamethasone (Dex) or zinc on messenger RNA (mRNA) levels of metallothionein-IIa (MT-IIa) in fibroblasts from a patient with cortisol hyperreactive syndrome and from three normal subjects. Dexamethasone 61-74 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-142 8432788-1 1993 Northern blot analysis was used to investigate the effect of dexamethasone (Dex) or zinc on messenger RNA (mRNA) levels of metallothionein-IIa (MT-IIa) in fibroblasts from a patient with cortisol hyperreactive syndrome and from three normal subjects. Dexamethasone 61-74 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 144-150 8432788-1 1993 Northern blot analysis was used to investigate the effect of dexamethasone (Dex) or zinc on messenger RNA (mRNA) levels of metallothionein-IIa (MT-IIa) in fibroblasts from a patient with cortisol hyperreactive syndrome and from three normal subjects. Dexamethasone 76-79 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-142 8432788-1 1993 Northern blot analysis was used to investigate the effect of dexamethasone (Dex) or zinc on messenger RNA (mRNA) levels of metallothionein-IIa (MT-IIa) in fibroblasts from a patient with cortisol hyperreactive syndrome and from three normal subjects. Dexamethasone 76-79 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 144-150 8432788-2 1993 Dex was seen to increase MT-IIa mRNA levels and brought them to a maximum after 12 h. Zinc also increased the levels of MT-IIa mRNA and brought them to a maximum at 8 h after the addition. Dexamethasone 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-31 8432788-2 1993 Dex was seen to increase MT-IIa mRNA levels and brought them to a maximum after 12 h. Zinc also increased the levels of MT-IIa mRNA and brought them to a maximum at 8 h after the addition. Dexamethasone 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-126 8432788-3 1993 Dex as well as zinc caused a dose-related increase in MT-IIa mRNA levels. Dexamethasone 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-60 8432788-4 1993 Dex had a maximal inductive effect on MT-IIa at a concentration of 10(-6) mol/L and zinc at a concentration of 10(-4) mol/L. Dexamethasone 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-44 8432788-8 1993 These data indicated that the patient"s cells were hyperreactive to glucocorticoids as seen from the effect of Dex on the MT-IIa mRNA levels. Dexamethasone 111-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-128 1307930-2 1992 Synthetic antisense oligonucleotides (ODN), with sequence complementary to the messenger RNA coding for human metallothionein II, were prepared and tested for their ability to inhibit both constitutive- and cadmium-induced metallothionein protein synthesis in human Chang liver cells and hamster lung V79 cells in culture. Oligonucleotides 20-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-128 1307930-2 1992 Synthetic antisense oligonucleotides (ODN), with sequence complementary to the messenger RNA coding for human metallothionein II, were prepared and tested for their ability to inhibit both constitutive- and cadmium-induced metallothionein protein synthesis in human Chang liver cells and hamster lung V79 cells in culture. Cadmium 207-214 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-128 1385238-8 1992 The results from immunoblots, enzyme digestions and DEAE-Sephacell binding studies suggest that the unreduced MT2 antigen is a large protein composed of subunits which are connected by disulfide bonds. 2-diethylaminoethanol 52-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-113 1385238-8 1992 The results from immunoblots, enzyme digestions and DEAE-Sephacell binding studies suggest that the unreduced MT2 antigen is a large protein composed of subunits which are connected by disulfide bonds. sephacell 57-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-113 1385238-8 1992 The results from immunoblots, enzyme digestions and DEAE-Sephacell binding studies suggest that the unreduced MT2 antigen is a large protein composed of subunits which are connected by disulfide bonds. Disulfides 185-194 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-113 1307915-1 1992 A synthetic antisense oligodeoxyribonucleotide with sequence complementary to the messenger RNA (mRNA) coding for human metallothionein (MT) II was prepared and tested for its ability to inhibit both constitutive- and cadmium-induced MT protein synthesis in neuroblastoma-IMR and Chang liver cells in culture. Oligodeoxyribonucleotides 22-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-143 1307915-1 1992 A synthetic antisense oligodeoxyribonucleotide with sequence complementary to the messenger RNA (mRNA) coding for human metallothionein (MT) II was prepared and tested for its ability to inhibit both constitutive- and cadmium-induced MT protein synthesis in neuroblastoma-IMR and Chang liver cells in culture. Cadmium 218-225 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-143 1544874-1 1992 When murine erythroleukemia (MEL) cells, containing the transferred rat c-myc gene under the control of human metallothionein II gene promoter, are induced to differentiate with dimethyl sulfoxide, the level of differentiation is dependent on the c-Myc level, which is modulated by the addition of Zn ions. Dimethyl Sulfoxide 178-196 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-128 1712546-0 1991 Aberrant MT2 positivity distinguishes follicular lymphoma from reactive follicular hyperplasia in B5- and formalin-fixed paraffin sections. Formaldehyde 106-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-12 1712546-0 1991 Aberrant MT2 positivity distinguishes follicular lymphoma from reactive follicular hyperplasia in B5- and formalin-fixed paraffin sections. Paraffin 121-129 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-12 1712546-5 1991 Ninety-two percent of the B5-fixed and 77% of the formalin-fixed lymphomas were MT2 positive. Formaldehyde 50-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 80-83 1712546-9 1991 The authors conclude that MT2 may be useful in distinguishing follicular lymphoma from follicular hyperplasia in paraffin sections. paraffin sections 113-130 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-29 1828514-5 1991 For example, the carbohydrate determinants recognized by MT2 (CD45RA) and 2B11 (CD45) were not or were very weakly expressed on germinal center cells, whereas the carbohydrate determinant recognized by MT3 (CD45RB) was not expressed on the majority of mantle zone B cells. Carbohydrates 17-29 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-60 2167380-0 1990 Amide proton exchange in human metallothionein-2 measured by nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Amides 0-5 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 31-48 2167380-1 1990 In human metallothionein-2, the exchange rate constants of ten amide protons were found to range from 1.7 x 10(-4) to 1 x 10(-1) min-1 at pH 6.3 and 8 degrees C. Most of these slowly exchanging protons could be associated with hydrogen bonds in secondary structure elements of the alpha-domain. Amides 63-68 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-26 2167380-1 1990 In human metallothionein-2, the exchange rate constants of ten amide protons were found to range from 1.7 x 10(-4) to 1 x 10(-1) min-1 at pH 6.3 and 8 degrees C. Most of these slowly exchanging protons could be associated with hydrogen bonds in secondary structure elements of the alpha-domain. Hydrogen 227-235 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-26 2223152-3 1990 [3H]TdR incorporation was also inhibited in MT-1 and MT-2 cells by treatment with bestatin. Tritium 1-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 53-57 2223152-3 1990 [3H]TdR incorporation was also inhibited in MT-1 and MT-2 cells by treatment with bestatin. ubenimex 82-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 53-57 2128185-4 1990 wt of 70 kd and a pl of 4.7 from the cell lysate of MT-2, a human T cell line constitutively expressing IL-2R, labeled metabolically with [35S]cysteine. Sulfur-35 139-142 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-56 2128185-4 1990 wt of 70 kd and a pl of 4.7 from the cell lysate of MT-2, a human T cell line constitutively expressing IL-2R, labeled metabolically with [35S]cysteine. Cysteine 143-151 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-56 2128185-5 1990 In contrast, only p75 was detected when the lysate of MT-2 cells surface-labeled with Na125I was immunoprecipitated with TU27 mAb. na125i 86-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 33809171-6 2021 MCF7-TamR cells overexpress messenger RNAs (mRNAs) for metallothionein 2A and ferritin heavy chain, and they are re-sensitized to Tam by inhibition of autophagy. Tamoxifen 5-8 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-73 23662831-1 2013 BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Metallothionein (MT)-1 and -2 are low-molecular weight, cysteine-rich, intracellular metal-binding proteins involved in diverse functions, such as metal homeostasis, cell cycle progression, cell differentiation, and carcinogenesis. Cysteine 77-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-50 23662831-1 2013 BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Metallothionein (MT)-1 and -2 are low-molecular weight, cysteine-rich, intracellular metal-binding proteins involved in diverse functions, such as metal homeostasis, cell cycle progression, cell differentiation, and carcinogenesis. Metals 106-111 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-50 23662831-1 2013 BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Metallothionein (MT)-1 and -2 are low-molecular weight, cysteine-rich, intracellular metal-binding proteins involved in diverse functions, such as metal homeostasis, cell cycle progression, cell differentiation, and carcinogenesis. Metals 168-173 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-50 7818178-0 1994 A polymorphic tetranucleotide repeat in the ovine metallothionein II gene. tetranucleotide 14-29 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-68 8134403-2 1994 By using synthetic oligonucleotides with sequences complementary to the mRNA coding for human metallothionein II, we have shown that (a) inhibition of metallothionein synthesis causes cells to die from metal toxicity, (b) metallothionein possesses an essential gene, and (c) modifications in oligonucleotide structures exhibit specificity in inhibiting metallothionein synthesis. Oligonucleotides 19-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-112 8134403-2 1994 By using synthetic oligonucleotides with sequences complementary to the mRNA coding for human metallothionein II, we have shown that (a) inhibition of metallothionein synthesis causes cells to die from metal toxicity, (b) metallothionein possesses an essential gene, and (c) modifications in oligonucleotide structures exhibit specificity in inhibiting metallothionein synthesis. Oligonucleotides 19-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-112 1458488-3 1992 LIF mRNA expression was enhanced by interleukin 2 or 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate in MT-2 cells. Tetradecanoylphorbol Acetate 53-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 93-97 1529530-4 1992 The latter included induction of human metallothionein 2A (HMT2A) by phorbol ester and induction of IP-10 RNA by IFN-gamma. Phorbol Esters 69-82 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-57 1593628-2 1992 The comparison was based on complete sequence-specific 1H nuclear magnetic resonance assignments for human [Zn7]-metallothionein-2 obtained using the sequential assignment method. Hydrogen 55-57 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 113-130 1593628-4 1992 Only seven amide protons in [Zn7]- metallothionein-2 were found to have exchange rates lower than approximately 0.2 min-1 at pH 7.0 and 10 degrees C, which corresponds closely to the results of amide proton exchange studies with the [Cd7]- form of the protein. Amides 11-16 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-52 1593628-4 1992 Only seven amide protons in [Zn7]- metallothionein-2 were found to have exchange rates lower than approximately 0.2 min-1 at pH 7.0 and 10 degrees C, which corresponds closely to the results of amide proton exchange studies with the [Cd7]- form of the protein. Amides 194-199 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-52 1593628-5 1992 Finally, the 1H-1H distance constraints determined from nuclear Overhauser enhancement spectroscopy for human [Zn7]-metallothionein-2 were checked for compatibility with the [Cd7]-metallothionein-2 structure. Hydrogen 13-15 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-133 1593628-5 1992 Finally, the 1H-1H distance constraints determined from nuclear Overhauser enhancement spectroscopy for human [Zn7]-metallothionein-2 were checked for compatibility with the [Cd7]-metallothionein-2 structure. Hydrogen 16-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-133 2066364-0 1991 Amplification of the metallothionein-1 and metallothionein-2 genes in copper-resistant hepatoma cells. Copper 70-76 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-60 2066364-2 1991 The copper-resistant cell line HAC600, which is maintained in 600 microns copper, had increased steady-state mRNA levels for both the metallothionein-1 (MT-1) and the metallothionein-2 (MT-2) genes. Copper 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 167-184 2066364-2 1991 The copper-resistant cell line HAC600, which is maintained in 600 microns copper, had increased steady-state mRNA levels for both the metallothionein-1 (MT-1) and the metallothionein-2 (MT-2) genes. Copper 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 186-190 2388267-6 1990 The polypeptide-to-metal co-ordinative bonds in human metallothionein-2 are identical to those in the previously determined solution structures of rat metallothionein-2 and rabbit metallothionein-2a, and the polypeptide conformations in the three proteins are also closely similar. Metals 19-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-71 2388267-6 1990 The polypeptide-to-metal co-ordinative bonds in human metallothionein-2 are identical to those in the previously determined solution structures of rat metallothionein-2 and rabbit metallothionein-2a, and the polypeptide conformations in the three proteins are also closely similar. Metals 19-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 151-168 20504644-6 1990 Furthermore, we probed the poly A(+) RNA with (32)P-labeled 180 base pair BamH1/PvuII restriction fragment containing the cDNA for human MTII from the phMT-II(3) plasmid. Phosphorus-32 46-51 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-141 34932329-1 2022 The effects of the neurohormone melatonin are mediated by the activation of the GPCRs MT1 and MT2 in a variety of tissues. Melatonin 32-41 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 34932329-2 2022 Crystal structures suggest ligand access to the orthosteric binding site of MT1 and MT2 receptors through a lateral channel between transmembrane (TM) helices IV and V. We investigated the feasibility of this lipophilic entry route for 2-iodomelatonin, a nonselective agonist with a slower dissociation rate from the MT2 receptor, applying enhanced sampling simulations and free-energy calculations. 2-iodomelatonin 236-251 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 34607253-4 2021 Melatonin, a hormone secreted from the pineal gland, is a melatonin receptor 1A (MT1) and 1B (MT2) agonist and influences the function of diverse systems. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 34612067-4 2021 We detected the mRNA and protein expression of the melatonin MT2 but not the MT1 receptor in native human and guinea pig airway smooth muscle and cultured human airway smooth muscle (HASM) cells by RT-PCR, immunoblotting, and immunohistochemistry. Melatonin 51-60 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-64 34612067-5 2021 Activation of melatonin MT2 receptors with either pharmacological concentrations of melatonin (10 - 100 microM) or the non-selective MT1/MT2 agonist ramelteon (10 microM) significantly inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation in HASM cells, which was reversed by the Galphai protein inhibitor pertussis toxin or knockdown of the MT2 receptor by its specific siRNA. Melatonin 14-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-27 34612067-5 2021 Activation of melatonin MT2 receptors with either pharmacological concentrations of melatonin (10 - 100 microM) or the non-selective MT1/MT2 agonist ramelteon (10 microM) significantly inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation in HASM cells, which was reversed by the Galphai protein inhibitor pertussis toxin or knockdown of the MT2 receptor by its specific siRNA. Melatonin 84-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-27 34612067-5 2021 Activation of melatonin MT2 receptors with either pharmacological concentrations of melatonin (10 - 100 microM) or the non-selective MT1/MT2 agonist ramelteon (10 microM) significantly inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation in HASM cells, which was reversed by the Galphai protein inhibitor pertussis toxin or knockdown of the MT2 receptor by its specific siRNA. ramelteon 149-158 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-27 34612067-5 2021 Activation of melatonin MT2 receptors with either pharmacological concentrations of melatonin (10 - 100 microM) or the non-selective MT1/MT2 agonist ramelteon (10 microM) significantly inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation in HASM cells, which was reversed by the Galphai protein inhibitor pertussis toxin or knockdown of the MT2 receptor by its specific siRNA. Colforsin 195-204 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-27 34612067-5 2021 Activation of melatonin MT2 receptors with either pharmacological concentrations of melatonin (10 - 100 microM) or the non-selective MT1/MT2 agonist ramelteon (10 microM) significantly inhibited forskolin-stimulated cAMP accumulation in HASM cells, which was reversed by the Galphai protein inhibitor pertussis toxin or knockdown of the MT2 receptor by its specific siRNA. Cyclic AMP 216-220 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-27 34732414-5 2021 RESULTS: Treatment of cells with ZnCl2 effectively induced MT1A and MT2A mRNA expression, and interestingly suppressed mRNA expression of CDH1, which was induced by 1,25(OH)2D3 in both cell lines. zinc chloride 33-38 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-72 34851477-8 2022 The expressions of genes were significantly increased in the cancer tissues than in non-cancerous tissues in RCC sub-types and there was a significant correlation between Cd levels and expression of genes VEGF, MT2A, P38 and JNK in chRCC group. Cadmium 171-173 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 211-215 34816281-8 2022 In addition, progesterone (P4) secretion and cell viability were promoted in luteal cells treated with serotonin, and the stimulatory effects were blocked by luzindole (a non-selective MT1 and MT2 antagonist). Serotonin 103-112 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 193-196 34816281-8 2022 In addition, progesterone (P4) secretion and cell viability were promoted in luteal cells treated with serotonin, and the stimulatory effects were blocked by luzindole (a non-selective MT1 and MT2 antagonist). luzindole 158-167 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 193-196 34816281-9 2022 Finally, the expressions of MT1 and MT2 were augmented by serotonin in luteal cells. Serotonin 58-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-39 34732414-5 2021 RESULTS: Treatment of cells with ZnCl2 effectively induced MT1A and MT2A mRNA expression, and interestingly suppressed mRNA expression of CDH1, which was induced by 1,25(OH)2D3 in both cell lines. Calcitriol 165-176 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-72 34623211-8 2021 hMT2 treatment was able to reverse the effects of paraquat. Paraquat 50-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 34623211-11 2021 Paraquat treatment also led to reduction of dopaminergic neurons while their numbers showed an increase following hMT2 treatment.Conclusion: Paraquat has been identified as one of the pesticides that can cause the death of dopaminergic neurons and affect dopamine biosynthesis. Paraquat 0-8 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-118 34623211-11 2021 Paraquat treatment also led to reduction of dopaminergic neurons while their numbers showed an increase following hMT2 treatment.Conclusion: Paraquat has been identified as one of the pesticides that can cause the death of dopaminergic neurons and affect dopamine biosynthesis. Paraquat 141-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-118 34623211-11 2021 Paraquat treatment also led to reduction of dopaminergic neurons while their numbers showed an increase following hMT2 treatment.Conclusion: Paraquat has been identified as one of the pesticides that can cause the death of dopaminergic neurons and affect dopamine biosynthesis. Dopamine 255-263 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-118 34623211-12 2021 Treatment with exogenous hMT2 could reverse the effects of paraquat in the zebrafish brain. Paraquat 59-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-29 34189835-7 2021 Gene expression of metallothionein 2A was remarkably enhanced by Pb nanoparticle exposure in dTHP-1 cells. Lead 65-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 19-37 34477370-0 2021 An Integrated Mass Spectrometry and Molecular Dynamics Simulations Approach Reveals the Spatial Organization Impact of Metal-Binding Sites on the Stability of Metal-Depleted Metallothionein-2 Species. Metals 119-124 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 174-191 34477370-0 2021 An Integrated Mass Spectrometry and Molecular Dynamics Simulations Approach Reveals the Spatial Organization Impact of Metal-Binding Sites on the Stability of Metal-Depleted Metallothionein-2 Species. Metals 159-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 174-191 34477370-7 2021 The thermodynamics properties of Zn(II) (un)binding to MT2 are found to differ from those of Cd(II), justifying their distinctive roles. zn(ii) 33-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-58 34690701-3 2021 The two subtypes of human melatonin receptors, termed MT1 and MT2, utilize overlapping signaling pathways although biased signaling properties have been reported in some cellular systems. Melatonin 26-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 62-65 34072023-5 2021 A Zn concentration was especially decreased in the blood of smoking AP patients with the AA genotype for SNP rs11640851 in the MT1A gene and the GC genotype for SNP rs10636 in MT2A, compared to non-smokers with AP, which was accompanied by an increase in the value of the Cu/Zn ratio. Zinc 2-4 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 176-180 34354246-1 2021 Melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) transduce inhibitory signaling by melatonin (N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine), which is associated with sleep induction and circadian rhythm modulation. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-32 34354246-1 2021 Melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) transduce inhibitory signaling by melatonin (N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine), which is associated with sleep induction and circadian rhythm modulation. Melatonin 68-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-32 34354246-1 2021 Melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) transduce inhibitory signaling by melatonin (N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine), which is associated with sleep induction and circadian rhythm modulation. Melatonin 79-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-32 34091948-16 2021 The receptor that mediates MEL function is most likely similar to the mammalian MT2, because injecting the competitive MT2 antagonist luzindole blocked MEL function, and MEL injection after luzindole treatment restored MT function. luzindole 134-143 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-122 35420022-1 2022 Melatonin is a neurohormone that modulates several physiological functions in mammals through the activation of melatonin receptor type 1 and 2 (MT1 and MT2). Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 153-156 35188390-2 2022 Here, by deploying the Chemical Linkage of Peptide onto Scaffolds strategy, we replaced the lactam cyclization of melanotan II (MT-II), a potent and unselective agonist of human MCRs (hMCRs), with different xylene-derived thioethers. Lactams 92-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 128-133 35478275-2 2022 Selective MT2 Agonists Derived from 5,6-Dihydroindolo(2,1-a)isoquinolines and Related Systems. 5,6-dihydroindolo(2,1-a)isoquinolines 36-73 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 10-13 35478275-9 2022 Substitution of oxygen for carbon at position 5 gives the indolo(1,2-c)benzoxazines 33, 36 a and b, that bind strongly to the human receptors, 33, 36 b being potent agonists at the melatonin receptors, but do not discriminate between hMT1 and hMT2. indolo(1,2-c)benzoxazines 58-83 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 243-247 35133682-5 2022 Current evidence suggests that melatonin and some of its metabolites inhibit both, melanogenesis (via reducing tyrosinase activity) and melanocyte proliferation by stimulating melatonin membrane receptors (MT1, MT2). Melatonin 31-40 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 211-214 35188390-2 2022 Here, by deploying the Chemical Linkage of Peptide onto Scaffolds strategy, we replaced the lactam cyclization of melanotan II (MT-II), a potent and unselective agonist of human MCRs (hMCRs), with different xylene-derived thioethers. Xylenes 207-213 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 128-133 35188390-2 2022 Here, by deploying the Chemical Linkage of Peptide onto Scaffolds strategy, we replaced the lactam cyclization of melanotan II (MT-II), a potent and unselective agonist of human MCRs (hMCRs), with different xylene-derived thioethers. Sulfides 222-232 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 128-133 34910685-3 2022 Furthermore, the patterns of melatonin membrane receptors (MT1 and MT2) expression were consistent with those of GnRH and LH expression in the CL of pregnant sows; the relative levels of MT1 and MT2 in the early- and mid- stages were significantly higher than those in the later-stage (P < 0.01). Melatonin 29-38 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 67-70 35075546-0 2022 Bioreduction and bioremoval of hexavalent chromium by genetically engineered strains (Escherichia coli MT2A and Escherichia coli MT3). Chromium 42-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 103-107 35075546-3 2022 In this study, we used recombinant strains created by cloning the human metallothioneins MT2A and MT3 into Escherichia coli Jm109 to assess the removal and reduction of hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) from aqueous solutions. Chromium 180-188 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 35075546-4 2022 MT2A was the most effective strain in both Cr(VI) removal (89% in 25 mg/L Cr(VI)) and Cr(VI) reduction (76% in 25 mg/L Cr(VI)). Chromium 74-76 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 35075546-4 2022 MT2A was the most effective strain in both Cr(VI) removal (89% in 25 mg/L Cr(VI)) and Cr(VI) reduction (76% in 25 mg/L Cr(VI)). chromium hexavalent ion 86-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 35075546-4 2022 MT2A was the most effective strain in both Cr(VI) removal (89% in 25 mg/L Cr(VI)) and Cr(VI) reduction (76% in 25 mg/L Cr(VI)). chromium hexavalent ion 119-124 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 35075546-5 2022 The amount of Cr adsorbed per dry cell by the MT2A strain was 22 mg/g. Chromium 14-16 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 46-50 35075546-10 2022 When all of the experimental data was combined, it was determined that both MT2A and MT3 were effective in removing Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions, but MT2A was more effective, indicating that MT2A may be employed as a biotechnological tool. chromium hexavalent ion 116-122 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-80 35075546-10 2022 When all of the experimental data was combined, it was determined that both MT2A and MT3 were effective in removing Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions, but MT2A was more effective, indicating that MT2A may be employed as a biotechnological tool. chromium hexavalent ion 116-122 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 192-196 34910685-6 2022 Additionally, the effects of melatonin on luteal GnRH and LH production, were blocked by luzindole, a nonselective MT1 and MT2 receptor antagonist. luzindole 89-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 34986763-3 2022 Melatonin interacts with melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 but it was also revealed that melatonin is a strong antioxidant and it also has a role in regulation of cell cycle. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 53-56 34986763-3 2022 Melatonin interacts with melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 but it was also revealed that melatonin is a strong antioxidant and it also has a role in regulation of cell cycle. Melatonin 87-96 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 53-56 2692787-1 1989 When murine erythroleukemia (MEL) cells, having the transferred rat c-myc gene under the control of human metallothionein II gene promoter, are induced to differentiate with dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), the level of differentiation is dependent on the c-myc levels which are modulated by the Zn++ ion. Dimethyl Sulfoxide 174-192 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-124 4012806-1 1985 Metabolic fate of cadmium bound to metallothionein polymers. Cadmium 18-25 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-50 2892785-1 1987 The MT-2, derived from an adult T-cell leukaemia (ATL) cell, the Molt-4F, a human T-cell line, and the Isk, an EB virus-transformed B-cell line, were found to have high-affinity receptors for somatostatin, a cyclic tetradecapeptide that inhibits the release of substances such as growth hormone, TSH, glucagon, insulin, secretin, gastrin and cholecystokinin. cyclic tetradecapeptide 208-231 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-8 3731358-2 1986 Synthesis of a nonacosapeptide corresponding to the N-terminal sequence 1-29 (beta-fragment) of human liver metallothionein II (hMT II) and its heavy metal-binding properties. Metals 108-113 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 128-134 2684368-2 1989 Adult T-cell Leukemia cell lines MT-1, MT-2, KH-2 and MT-2 stimulated by phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) were used as target cells in immunofluorescence microscopy (IF) examination with positive rates as 0.20% (2/965), 0.62% (6/965), 0.20% (2/965) and 0.51 (5/965) respectively. Tetradecanoylphorbol Acetate 73-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-43 2684368-2 1989 Adult T-cell Leukemia cell lines MT-1, MT-2, KH-2 and MT-2 stimulated by phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) were used as target cells in immunofluorescence microscopy (IF) examination with positive rates as 0.20% (2/965), 0.62% (6/965), 0.20% (2/965) and 0.51 (5/965) respectively. Tetradecanoylphorbol Acetate 73-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 2684368-2 1989 Adult T-cell Leukemia cell lines MT-1, MT-2, KH-2 and MT-2 stimulated by phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) were used as target cells in immunofluorescence microscopy (IF) examination with positive rates as 0.20% (2/965), 0.62% (6/965), 0.20% (2/965) and 0.51 (5/965) respectively. Tetradecanoylphorbol Acetate 106-109 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-43 2684368-2 1989 Adult T-cell Leukemia cell lines MT-1, MT-2, KH-2 and MT-2 stimulated by phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) were used as target cells in immunofluorescence microscopy (IF) examination with positive rates as 0.20% (2/965), 0.62% (6/965), 0.20% (2/965) and 0.51 (5/965) respectively. Tetradecanoylphorbol Acetate 106-109 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 2974926-4 1988 Dexamethasone treatment of these human cell types caused a dose-dependent increase in hMTII mRNA levels, whereas no effect on hCPII mRNA levels was observed. Dexamethasone 0-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-91 2974926-6 1988 Dexamethasone (10(-6) M) induced hMTII but not hCPII mRNA in CEM C7 cells, whereas neither hMTII nor hCPII mRNA was induced in ICR-27 cells. Dexamethasone 0-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-38 3780677-3 1986 Conversely, metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) mRNA levels in these cells are raised by Dex. Dexamethasone 81-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-31 3780677-3 1986 Conversely, metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) mRNA levels in these cells are raised by Dex. Dexamethasone 81-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-38 3719032-4 1986 DEAE A-25 anion exchange chromatography revealed that human fetal hepatic MT-1 and MT-2 elute similarly to native newborn and cadmium-induced adult rat liver MT, MT-1 and MT-2. deae a 0-6 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-87 33519498-10 2020 Moreover, the presence of membrane MT1 and MT2 receptors was identified in HK-2 cells and their ligand, ramelteon, turned out to mimic melatonin action on both HIF-1alpha and sirtuin 1 levels. ramelteon 104-113 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-46 3990797-4 1985 Transcription of the mRNA for human MT2A is induced by glucocorticoids or metal ions and the regulatory elements have been mapped by promoter-fusion experiments. Metals 74-79 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-40 3990797-5 1985 We now show that the rate of transcription of MT2A is the same on treatment with interferon or dexamethasone, but that the mRNA accumulates much faster with dexamethasone, indicating that post-transcriptional events are important in the latter case. Dexamethasone 95-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 46-50 6526271-4 1984 Most of the mutations in MT-II processed gene are silent except that the amino acid glycine (GGT) at position 10 is changed to serine (AGT) due to a transition. amino acid glycine 73-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-30 6526271-4 1984 Most of the mutations in MT-II processed gene are silent except that the amino acid glycine (GGT) at position 10 is changed to serine (AGT) due to a transition. Serine 127-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-30 6526271-5 1984 Both MT-I and MT-II processed genes possess poly(A) sequences of 21 and 17 nucleotides, respectively, 3" to the consensus AATAAA sequence. Poly A 44-51 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-19 6089206-6 1984 Analysis of RNA from somatic cell hybrids indicated that hybrids that contained human chromosome 16 expressed both human MT1 and MT2 mRNA, and this expression is regulated by both heavy metal ions and glucocorticoid hormones. Metals 186-191 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 6640789-2 1983 Synthesis of a hexacosapeptide corresponding to the C-terminal sequence 36-61 of human metallothionein II (hMT II) and determination of its heavy metal binding activity. Metals 87-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-113 7142174-4 1982 Four 113Cd resonances were observed, three of which had identical chemical shifts to those assigned to the four-metal cluster in human liver metallothionein-2 under the same pH and buffer conditions. Cadmium, isotope of mass 113 5-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 141-158 33682410-1 2021 To develop potent and orally bioavailable melatonin receptor (MT1 and MT2) agonists, a novel series of 5-6-5 tricyclic derivatives was designed, synthesized, and evaluated. 5-6-5 tricyclic 103-118 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-73 33451856-3 2021 Here we aim to study the specific role of each melatonin receptor (MT1 and MT2) subtype in melatonin regulation of circadian CBT and its possible relationship with depressive-like behaviors. Melatonin 47-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 75-78 33451856-3 2021 Here we aim to study the specific role of each melatonin receptor (MT1 and MT2) subtype in melatonin regulation of circadian CBT and its possible relationship with depressive-like behaviors. Melatonin 91-100 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 75-78 3987895-2 1985 The Cd-binding ability of the beta-fragment was much stronger than that of cysteine as thionein and synthetic alpha-fragment corresponding to the C-terminal sequence 30-61 of human liver metallothionein II. Cadmium 4-6 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 187-205 6667529-2 1983 Synthesis of cysteine-containing peptide fragments related to human hepatic metallothionein II (hMT II) and determination of their heavy metal-binding properties. Cysteine 13-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-102 6667529-2 1983 Synthesis of cysteine-containing peptide fragments related to human hepatic metallothionein II (hMT II) and determination of their heavy metal-binding properties. Metals 76-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-102 33559028-3 2021 The altered expression levels of a small number of proteins displaying a temporal response may provide the best indication of the underlying mechanism; more well-known copper response proteins including the metal binding metallothioneins (MT1X, MT1F, MT2A) and antioxidant response proteins including Heme oxygenase were upregulated to a similar level in both copper concentrations and so are less likely to underpin this phenomenon.The temporal response proteins include Granulins, AN1-type zinc finger protein 2A (ZFAND2A), and the heat shock proteins (HSPA6 and HSPA1B). Copper 168-174 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 251-255 33546749-10 2021 Melatonin inhibited the expression of binding immunoglobulin protein (BiP) through the regulation of MT2/Sp1-dependent microRNA-597-5p. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 101-104 33546749-12 2021 CONCLUSION: Melatonin induced the efflux of intracellular cholesterol through ABCA1 to decrease apoptosis of UCB-MSCs via an MT2-dependent BiP/NRF1 pathway. Melatonin 12-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-128 33546749-12 2021 CONCLUSION: Melatonin induced the efflux of intracellular cholesterol through ABCA1 to decrease apoptosis of UCB-MSCs via an MT2-dependent BiP/NRF1 pathway. Cholesterol 58-69 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-128 33203660-1 2021 Integrated in silico chemical clustering and melatonin receptor molecular modeling combined with in vitro 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin competition binding were used to identify carbamate insecticides with affinity for hMT1 and hMT2 melatonin receptors. Carbamates 171-180 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 221-225 33467427-4 2021 Interestingly, both Mt-I and Mt-II showed high activity in polyethylene with productivities between 3.17 x 106 g/molMt h to 5.06 x 106 g/molMt h, activities were very close to each other with 100% TIBA, but Mt-II/borate-II became more active when TEA was more than 50% in cocatalyst. Polyethylene 59-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-34 33467427-4 2021 Interestingly, both Mt-I and Mt-II showed high activity in polyethylene with productivities between 3.17 x 106 g/molMt h to 5.06 x 106 g/molMt h, activities were very close to each other with 100% TIBA, but Mt-II/borate-II became more active when TEA was more than 50% in cocatalyst. Polyethylene 59-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 207-212 33467427-4 2021 Interestingly, both Mt-I and Mt-II showed high activity in polyethylene with productivities between 3.17 x 106 g/molMt h to 5.06 x 106 g/molMt h, activities were very close to each other with 100% TIBA, but Mt-II/borate-II became more active when TEA was more than 50% in cocatalyst. triethylaluminum 247-250 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-34 33467427-4 2021 Interestingly, both Mt-I and Mt-II showed high activity in polyethylene with productivities between 3.17 x 106 g/molMt h to 5.06 x 106 g/molMt h, activities were very close to each other with 100% TIBA, but Mt-II/borate-II became more active when TEA was more than 50% in cocatalyst. cocatalyst 272-282 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-34 33467427-7 2021 In PE, the active center fractions [C*]/[Zr] of Mt-I/borate were higher than that of Mt-II/borate and average chain propagation rate constant (kp) value slightly decreased with the increase of TEA/TIBA ratio, but the Mt-II/borate systems showed higher kp 1007 kp (L/mol s). triethylaluminum 193-196 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 217-222 33519498-10 2020 Moreover, the presence of membrane MT1 and MT2 receptors was identified in HK-2 cells and their ligand, ramelteon, turned out to mimic melatonin action on both HIF-1alpha and sirtuin 1 levels. Melatonin 135-144 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-46 33122816-11 2020 Especially for MSTO-211H cell presenting low initial MT2A levels, a strong induction of MT2A expression could be observed during cisplatin treatment, indicating a cell line-specific and platin-dependent adaption mechanism. Cisplatin 129-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 88-92 33048779-2 2021 While the melatonin receptor subtype, MT3, has been identified in amphibian animals and birds, in humans and other mammals, melatonin acts through, MT1 and MT2 receptor subtypes which are expressed in human ovaries. Melatonin 124-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 156-159 32638210-0 2020 MT2A Promotes Oxaliplatin Resistance in Colorectal Cancer Cells. Oxaliplatin 14-25 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 32638210-9 2020 Knockdown of MT2A in HT29 OR cells improved sensitivity to Oxaliplatin, while ectopic overexpression of MT2A conferred HT29 cells relative resistance to Oxaliplatin. Oxaliplatin 59-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-17 32638210-9 2020 Knockdown of MT2A in HT29 OR cells improved sensitivity to Oxaliplatin, while ectopic overexpression of MT2A conferred HT29 cells relative resistance to Oxaliplatin. Oxaliplatin 153-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-108 32638210-11 2020 BARD1 overexpression partially restored the compromised Oxaliplatin resistance elicited by MT2A deficiency in terms of both cell proliferation and viability. Oxaliplatin 56-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 91-95 32638210-12 2020 Our data highlighted the critical contributions of MT2A-BARD1/BRCA1 in Oxaliplatin resistance in colorectal cancer cells. Oxaliplatin 71-82 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-55 32934681-4 2020 The present results showed that melatonin enhanced the melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) expression in Schwann cells. Melatonin 32-41 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 32934681-4 2020 The present results showed that melatonin enhanced the melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) expression in Schwann cells. Melatonin 55-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 33146651-8 2020 Cd-exposed cells accumulate Cd in a dose-dependent manner and upregulate MT2A accordingly (up to 15-fold induction upon 5 muM CdCl2 treatment for 72 h). Cadmium 0-2 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 33146651-8 2020 Cd-exposed cells accumulate Cd in a dose-dependent manner and upregulate MT2A accordingly (up to 15-fold induction upon 5 muM CdCl2 treatment for 72 h). Cadmium Chloride 126-131 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 33146651-9 2020 5 muM Cd exposure for 72 h decreased cell number to 60%, an effect that was aggravated by MT2A depletion (cell number reduced to 30%) indicating additive effects. Cadmium 6-8 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 90-94 33146651-10 2020 In conclusion, our data suggest that DMT1 and ZIP14 are required for Cd uptake into human placental cells that upregulate MT2A to store and detoxify the metal. Cadmium 69-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-126 33146651-10 2020 In conclusion, our data suggest that DMT1 and ZIP14 are required for Cd uptake into human placental cells that upregulate MT2A to store and detoxify the metal. Metals 153-158 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-126 33122816-12 2020 Additionally, a MT2A-dependent cellular evasion of apoptosis during cisplatin could be observed, leading to three different MT based phenotypes. Cisplatin 68-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 16-20 33122816-13 2020 MSTO-211H cells showed lower apoptosis rates at an increased expression level of MT2A after cisplatin treatment (from sixfold to fourfold). Cisplatin 92-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 81-85 33122816-16 2020 Knockdown of MT2A expression levels resulted in significantly induced apoptotic rates during cisplatin treatment with strongest induction of apoptosis in each of the MPM cell lines, but in different markedness. Cisplatin 93-102 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-17 33122816-18 2020 The present study showed MT2A to be part of the underlying mechanism of cisplatin resistance in MPM. Cisplatin 72-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-29 33122816-20 2020 We could prove the inhibition of MT2A as a powerful tool to boost response rates to cisplatin-based therapy in vitro. Cisplatin 84-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-37 32786475-1 2020 Here, using human metallothionein (MT2) as an example, we describe an improved strategy based on differential alkylation coupled to MS, assisted by zinc probe monitoring, for identification of cysteine-rich binding sites with nanomolar and picomolar metal affinity utilizing IAM and NEM reagents. Cysteine 193-201 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-38 32786475-1 2020 Here, using human metallothionein (MT2) as an example, we describe an improved strategy based on differential alkylation coupled to MS, assisted by zinc probe monitoring, for identification of cysteine-rich binding sites with nanomolar and picomolar metal affinity utilizing IAM and NEM reagents. Metals 18-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-38 32786475-5 2020 The methodology presented might be applied not only for MT2 but to identify metal binding sites in other Cys-containing proteins. Metals 76-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-59 32786475-5 2020 The methodology presented might be applied not only for MT2 but to identify metal binding sites in other Cys-containing proteins. Cysteine 105-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-59 32806409-3 2020 The results showed that incorporating a complex microbial agent at 0.8% (w/w) on the 0th and 11th day (group MT2) effectively degraded doxycycline with a final degradation rate of 46.83 +- 0.55%. Doxycycline 135-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 109-112 32000994-9 2020 Melatonin acts through melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 and the gene for MT1 (MTNR1A) is polymorphic in buffaloes. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-54 33073191-5 2020 Furthermore, using camptothecin as the cytotoxic drug, camptothecin-MT-II (compound 1) can effectively inhibit A375 melanoma cell growth with an IC50 of 16 nM. Camptothecin 19-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-73 32223750-14 2020 CONCLUSIONS: Human dental pulp abundantly expressed melatonin and its receptors MT1 and MT2 in the odontoblastic layers and pulpal connective tissue layers. Melatonin 52-61 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 88-91 32532115-2 2020 In this work, we utilized mass spectrometry-based lipidomic approaches to investigate the action of Asp-49 Ca2+-dependent secreted phospholipase A2 (sPLA2) (MT-III) and Lys-49 sPLA2 (MT-II), two group IIA phospholipase A2s isolated from the venom of the snake Bothrops asper, on human peripheral blood monocytes. Aspartic Acid 100-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 157-162 32234648-9 2020 This could indicate a stimulatory effect of melatonin on testicular (i.e., steroidogenesis and spermatogenesis) and epididymal (i.e., spermatozoa maturation) function in male roe deer through the MT1 and MT2 receptors. Melatonin 44-53 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 204-207 32234648-10 2020 Our results form the basis for further studies into the detailed mechanism of action of melatonin through MT1 and MT2 receptors for optimal reproductive activity in male roe deer and other mammals. Melatonin 88-97 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-117 32105962-6 2020 The results showed that the binding affinities of CdTe QDs and plasma proteins depend on the nature of the protein and follow the order of fibrinogen (FIB)> plasminogen (PLG) > thrombin (TM) > metallothionein-II (MT-II) > human serum albumin (HSA). cadmium telluride 50-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 193-211 32105962-6 2020 The results showed that the binding affinities of CdTe QDs and plasma proteins depend on the nature of the protein and follow the order of fibrinogen (FIB)> plasminogen (PLG) > thrombin (TM) > metallothionein-II (MT-II) > human serum albumin (HSA). cadmium telluride 50-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 213-218 31693784-1 2020 The long-anticipated high-resolution structures of the human melatonin G protein-coupled receptors MT1 and MT2 , involved in establishing and maintaining circadian rhythm, were obtained in complex with two melatonin analogs and two approved anti-insomnia and antidepression drugs using X-ray free-electron laser serial femtosecond crystallography. Melatonin 61-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-110 31693784-1 2020 The long-anticipated high-resolution structures of the human melatonin G protein-coupled receptors MT1 and MT2 , involved in establishing and maintaining circadian rhythm, were obtained in complex with two melatonin analogs and two approved anti-insomnia and antidepression drugs using X-ray free-electron laser serial femtosecond crystallography. Melatonin 206-215 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-110 31693784-6 2020 The role of receptor oligomerization is further discussed in light of the differential interaction of MT1 and MT2 with GPR50, a regulatory melatonin coreceptor. Melatonin 139-148 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-113 32004937-4 2020 Quinazoline and phthalazine rings proved to be a versatile scaffold for easy feasible MT1 and MT2 ligands. Quinazolines 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 32597135-10 2020 The third SNP, rs1610216 (MT2A -209A/G), has been studied for association with type 2 diabetes, cardiomyopathy, hyperglycaemia, and Zn concentrations. Zinc 132-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-30 32597135-11 2020 Metallothionein concentrations and MT2A polymorphisms have a potential to be used as biomarkers of metal exposure and clinical markers of a number of chronic diseases. Metals 99-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-39 32118583-5 2020 Moreover, two most potent agonists, including 21 and a close derivative of melatonin, 28, had dramatically reduced arrestin recruitment at MT2, while compound 37 was devoid of Gi signaling at MT1, implying biased signaling. Melatonin 75-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 139-142 32004937-4 2020 Quinazoline and phthalazine rings proved to be a versatile scaffold for easy feasible MT1 and MT2 ligands. phthalazine 16-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 32004937-6 2020 However, the presence of two nitrogen atoms resulted in compounds with lower affinity for both MT1 and MT2, in comparison with the parent compound, balanced by the exhibition of good pharmacokinetic properties. Nitrogen 29-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 103-106 31560946-6 2020 Melatonin activates its cognate membrane receptors, MT1 and MT2, which are present in numerous ocular tissues, including the aqueous-humor-producing ciliary processes. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 31877423-7 2020 Specifically, the case studies reviewed herein utilized the melatonin analog and melatonergic MT1 and MT2 receptor agonist, Agomelatine. agomelatine 124-135 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 102-105 31442321-4 2019 Among them, melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors are the best characterized melatonin targets, mediating melatonin effects in a variety of tissues. Melatonin 71-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 30-33 31624901-13 2019 Ex vivo, islet Mt1 and Mt2 mRNA and MT1 and MT2 protein levels were downregulated after culture with glucose at 10-30 mmol/l vs 2-5 mmol/l, in association with increased insulin secretion. Glucose 101-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 23-26 31624901-13 2019 Ex vivo, islet Mt1 and Mt2 mRNA and MT1 and MT2 protein levels were downregulated after culture with glucose at 10-30 mmol/l vs 2-5 mmol/l, in association with increased insulin secretion. Glucose 101-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-47 31624901-14 2019 In human islets, mRNA levels of MT1E, MT1X and MT2A were downregulated by stimulation with physiological and supraphysiological levels of glucose. Glucose 138-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 47-51 31893123-1 2020 Melatonin is a neurohormone that translates the circadian rhythm to the peripheral organs through a series of binding sites identified as G protein-coupled receptors MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 174-177 31451998-4 2019 In this review, the underlying anticancer mechanisms of Melatonin such as stimulation of apoptosis, Melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) stimulation, paro-survival signal regulation, the hindering of angiogenesis, epigenetic alteration and metastasis have been discussed with recent findings. Melatonin 56-65 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 31587393-3 2019 We have previously detected the existence of melatonin-synthesizing enzymes and melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 in the ram reproductive tract, thus, in order to start to elucidate melatonin catabolism in these organs, we have investigated the presence of the melatonin-catabolizing enzymes indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO, both IDO1 and IDO2 isoforms) and myeloperoxidase (MPO) in testis, epididymis and accessory glands. Melatonin 80-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 31587393-3 2019 We have previously detected the existence of melatonin-synthesizing enzymes and melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 in the ram reproductive tract, thus, in order to start to elucidate melatonin catabolism in these organs, we have investigated the presence of the melatonin-catabolizing enzymes indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO, both IDO1 and IDO2 isoforms) and myeloperoxidase (MPO) in testis, epididymis and accessory glands. Melatonin 80-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 31587393-3 2019 We have previously detected the existence of melatonin-synthesizing enzymes and melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 in the ram reproductive tract, thus, in order to start to elucidate melatonin catabolism in these organs, we have investigated the presence of the melatonin-catabolizing enzymes indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO, both IDO1 and IDO2 isoforms) and myeloperoxidase (MPO) in testis, epididymis and accessory glands. Melatonin 80-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 31542717-2 2019 Specifically, the substituted amino moiety containing mono or poly alkoxy group(s) with various positions and groups were mainly explored to understand the structure-activity relationships for the cytotoxic activity against three human cancer cell lines (K562, Jurkat, and MT-2) and human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC). Amino Acids 30-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 273-277 31408847-6 2019 Treatment of porcine embryo with melatonin significantly increased formation rates of blastocysts and their total cell numbers, and also upregulated the expression of Nrf2/ARE signaling and apoptosis-related genes (MT2, Nrf2, UCHL, HO-1, SOD1, and Bcl-2). Melatonin 33-42 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 215-218 31914295-10 2019 Conclusion:Serum melatonin levels in PTC patients were higher than those in MNG and control groups, which may be associated with low malignancy of PTC; melatonin inhibits PTC metastasis, which exerts anti-PTC metastasis mainly through MT2 receptors. Melatonin 17-26 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 235-238 31914295-10 2019 Conclusion:Serum melatonin levels in PTC patients were higher than those in MNG and control groups, which may be associated with low malignancy of PTC; melatonin inhibits PTC metastasis, which exerts anti-PTC metastasis mainly through MT2 receptors. Melatonin 152-161 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 235-238 31408847-7 2019 Furthermore, the expression of proteins (Nrf2 and MT2) was also upregulated in the melatonin-treated group. Melatonin 83-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-53 31029764-1 2019 Melatonin (MLT), a neuromodulator mainly acting through two G-protein coupled receptors MT1 and MT2, regulates many brain functions, including circadian rhythms, mood, pain and sleep. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-99 31019305-3 2019 Here we report X-ray free electron laser (XFEL) structures of the human MT2 receptor in complex with the agonists 2-phenylmelatonin (2-PMT) and ramelteon6 at resolutions of 2.8 A and 3.3 A, respectively, along with two structures of function-related mutants: H2085.46A (superscripts represent the Ballesteros-Weinstein residue numbering nomenclature7) and N862.50D, obtained in complex with 2-PMT. 2-phenylmelatonin 114-131 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 31012003-3 2019 The inhibitory effect of exogenous melatonin was due to its interaction with the membrane receptors MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 35-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 31019305-3 2019 Here we report X-ray free electron laser (XFEL) structures of the human MT2 receptor in complex with the agonists 2-phenylmelatonin (2-PMT) and ramelteon6 at resolutions of 2.8 A and 3.3 A, respectively, along with two structures of function-related mutants: H2085.46A (superscripts represent the Ballesteros-Weinstein residue numbering nomenclature7) and N862.50D, obtained in complex with 2-PMT. 2-phenylmelatonin 133-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 31019305-3 2019 Here we report X-ray free electron laser (XFEL) structures of the human MT2 receptor in complex with the agonists 2-phenylmelatonin (2-PMT) and ramelteon6 at resolutions of 2.8 A and 3.3 A, respectively, along with two structures of function-related mutants: H2085.46A (superscripts represent the Ballesteros-Weinstein residue numbering nomenclature7) and N862.50D, obtained in complex with 2-PMT. ramelteon6 144-154 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 31019305-3 2019 Here we report X-ray free electron laser (XFEL) structures of the human MT2 receptor in complex with the agonists 2-phenylmelatonin (2-PMT) and ramelteon6 at resolutions of 2.8 A and 3.3 A, respectively, along with two structures of function-related mutants: H2085.46A (superscripts represent the Ballesteros-Weinstein residue numbering nomenclature7) and N862.50D, obtained in complex with 2-PMT. 2-phenylmelatonin 391-396 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 31019305-4 2019 Comparison of the structures of MT2 with a published structure8 of MT1 reveals that, despite conservation of the orthosteric ligand-binding site residues, there are notable conformational variations as well as differences in [3H]melatonin dissociation kinetics that provide insights into the selectivity between melatonin receptor subtypes. Tritium 226-228 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-35 31019305-4 2019 Comparison of the structures of MT2 with a published structure8 of MT1 reveals that, despite conservation of the orthosteric ligand-binding site residues, there are notable conformational variations as well as differences in [3H]melatonin dissociation kinetics that provide insights into the selectivity between melatonin receptor subtypes. Melatonin 229-238 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-35 31019305-4 2019 Comparison of the structures of MT2 with a published structure8 of MT1 reveals that, despite conservation of the orthosteric ligand-binding site residues, there are notable conformational variations as well as differences in [3H]melatonin dissociation kinetics that provide insights into the selectivity between melatonin receptor subtypes. Melatonin 312-321 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-35 31019306-2 2019 Melatonin is formed in the pineal gland in a light-regulated manner4 by enzymatic conversion from 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT or serotonin), and modulates sleep and wakefulness5 by activating two high-affinity G-protein-coupled receptors, type 1A (MT1) and type 1B (MT2)3,6. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 264-267 30593827-9 2019 Pretreated AF-MSCs with non-selective MT1/MT2 receptors antagonist, luzindole and selective MT2 receptor antagonist, 4-P-PDOT diminished melatonin-induced increase in dopaminergic neuronal markers and phosphorylated ERK but did not diminish increase in phosphorylated CaMKII by melatonin. Melatonin 278-287 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 92-95 30935147-4 2019 The low and moderate treatment with Cd induced lipid peroxidation and oxidatively modified proteins and DNA, as well as enhanced the expression of MT1 and MT2 in the liver, whereas the co-administration of AE completely prevented almost all of these effects. Cadmium 36-38 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 155-158 30593827-9 2019 Pretreated AF-MSCs with non-selective MT1/MT2 receptors antagonist, luzindole and selective MT2 receptor antagonist, 4-P-PDOT diminished melatonin-induced increase in dopaminergic neuronal markers and phosphorylated ERK but did not diminish increase in phosphorylated CaMKII by melatonin. 4-p 117-120 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 92-95 30717701-10 2019 TSA (0.2 mol/L, 0.8 mol/L) and SAHA (1 mumol/L, 2 mumol/L) suppressed the expression of FOXO3A and MT2. trichostatin A 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 99-102 30593827-9 2019 Pretreated AF-MSCs with non-selective MT1/MT2 receptors antagonist, luzindole and selective MT2 receptor antagonist, 4-P-PDOT diminished melatonin-induced increase in dopaminergic neuronal markers and phosphorylated ERK but did not diminish increase in phosphorylated CaMKII by melatonin. Melatonin 137-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 42-45 30593827-9 2019 Pretreated AF-MSCs with non-selective MT1/MT2 receptors antagonist, luzindole and selective MT2 receptor antagonist, 4-P-PDOT diminished melatonin-induced increase in dopaminergic neuronal markers and phosphorylated ERK but did not diminish increase in phosphorylated CaMKII by melatonin. Melatonin 137-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 92-95 30717701-10 2019 TSA (0.2 mol/L, 0.8 mol/L) and SAHA (1 mumol/L, 2 mumol/L) suppressed the expression of FOXO3A and MT2. Vorinostat 31-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 99-102 30301827-9 2019 Mechanistically, MZF1 was upregulated in both GC and GES-1 cells by MT2A ectopically expressed or induced upon treatment with a garlic-derived compound, diallyl trisulfide (DATS). diallyl trisulfide 153-171 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-72 30853999-2 2019 Antiviral activity of the flavonoids was assessed by analyzing HIV-1 p24 core protein levels in the supernatants of HIV-1 infected MT-4 and MT-2 cell cultures. Flavonoids 26-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-144 30853999-3 2019 The compounds showed mild to weak cytotoxic activities on the host cells; herbacitrin was the strongest in this regard (CC50=27.8 and 63.64 muM on MT-4 and MT-2 cells, respectively). HERBACITRIN 74-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 156-160 31317905-1 2019 Agomelatine is an antidepressant agent with an innovative unique pharmacodynamic profile, including melatonergic receptor agonism (MT1 / MT2) and antagonistic effects on serotonergic 5-HT2C receptors. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-140 30420986-7 2018 By mutating selected residues and motifs in MT-3 to the corresponding MT-2 amino acids, we dissected key roles in modulating cluster dynamic and metal exchange rates, in increasing the Cu(i)-affinity in MT-3 N-terminal beta-domain and/or modulating the higher stability of the Zn(ii)-thiolate cluster in MT-2 beta-domain. zn(ii)-thiolate 277-292 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-74 30420986-4 2018 Metallothionein-3 (MT-3) has been shown to possess the most pronounced Cu-thionein character forming Cu(i)-containing species more favorably than metallothionein-2 (MT-2), which possesses the strongest Zn-thionein character. zn-thionein 202-213 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 146-163 30466987-8 2018 It is for the first time we report that the molecular mechanism of actions of melatonin and plant adaptogens are alike, all adaptogens tested activated the melatonin signaling pathway by acting through two G-protein-coupled membrane receptors MT1 and MT2 and upregulation of the ligand-specific nuclear receptor RORA, which plays a role in intellectual disability, neurological disorders, retinopathy, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and cancer, which are common in aging. Melatonin 78-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 251-254 30420986-4 2018 Metallothionein-3 (MT-3) has been shown to possess the most pronounced Cu-thionein character forming Cu(i)-containing species more favorably than metallothionein-2 (MT-2), which possesses the strongest Zn-thionein character. zn-thionein 202-213 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 165-169 30420986-7 2018 By mutating selected residues and motifs in MT-3 to the corresponding MT-2 amino acids, we dissected key roles in modulating cluster dynamic and metal exchange rates, in increasing the Cu(i)-affinity in MT-3 N-terminal beta-domain and/or modulating the higher stability of the Zn(ii)-thiolate cluster in MT-2 beta-domain. Metals 145-150 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-74 30420986-7 2018 By mutating selected residues and motifs in MT-3 to the corresponding MT-2 amino acids, we dissected key roles in modulating cluster dynamic and metal exchange rates, in increasing the Cu(i)-affinity in MT-3 N-terminal beta-domain and/or modulating the higher stability of the Zn(ii)-thiolate cluster in MT-2 beta-domain. cuprous ion 185-190 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-74 30420986-7 2018 By mutating selected residues and motifs in MT-3 to the corresponding MT-2 amino acids, we dissected key roles in modulating cluster dynamic and metal exchange rates, in increasing the Cu(i)-affinity in MT-3 N-terminal beta-domain and/or modulating the higher stability of the Zn(ii)-thiolate cluster in MT-2 beta-domain. cuprous ion 185-190 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 304-308 30466987-8 2018 It is for the first time we report that the molecular mechanism of actions of melatonin and plant adaptogens are alike, all adaptogens tested activated the melatonin signaling pathway by acting through two G-protein-coupled membrane receptors MT1 and MT2 and upregulation of the ligand-specific nuclear receptor RORA, which plays a role in intellectual disability, neurological disorders, retinopathy, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and cancer, which are common in aging. Melatonin 156-165 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 251-254 30014556-5 2018 COMMENT: Agomelatine, a naphthalene analog of melatonin, is a novel melatonergic drug with a longer half-life and a comparatively greater affinity for MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors than melatonin itself. Melatonin 46-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-162 30221266-5 2018 The accumulation of Cd in maternal tissues (e.g. placenta, maternal blood, and mammary glands) induces the synthesis of MTs, preferably MT2, in an attempt to sequester the metal to avoid toxicity. Cadmium 20-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-139 30014556-5 2018 COMMENT: Agomelatine, a naphthalene analog of melatonin, is a novel melatonergic drug with a longer half-life and a comparatively greater affinity for MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors than melatonin itself. agomelatine 9-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-162 30014556-5 2018 COMMENT: Agomelatine, a naphthalene analog of melatonin, is a novel melatonergic drug with a longer half-life and a comparatively greater affinity for MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors than melatonin itself. Melatonin 163-172 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-162 28707298-2 2018 Among the multiple effects attributed to melatonin, we will focus here on those that are dependent on the activation of the two mammalian MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors. Melatonin 41-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 146-149 29882686-12 2018 Additionally, the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) was enhanced in the ZnO, CuO, and Bi2O3 exposed cells. Zinc Oxide 83-86 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-55 29882686-12 2018 Additionally, the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) was enhanced in the ZnO, CuO, and Bi2O3 exposed cells. Zinc Oxide 83-86 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-61 29882686-12 2018 Additionally, the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) was enhanced in the ZnO, CuO, and Bi2O3 exposed cells. cupric oxide 88-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-55 29882686-12 2018 Additionally, the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) was enhanced in the ZnO, CuO, and Bi2O3 exposed cells. cupric oxide 88-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-61 29882686-12 2018 Additionally, the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) was enhanced in the ZnO, CuO, and Bi2O3 exposed cells. bi2o3 97-102 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-55 29882686-12 2018 Additionally, the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) was enhanced in the ZnO, CuO, and Bi2O3 exposed cells. bi2o3 97-102 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-61 29882686-14 2018 The enhancement of HO-1, IL-8, and MT2A gene expressions was related to the cytotoxic activity of metal oxide nanoparticles. metal oxide 98-109 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-39 30227688-6 2018 Melatonin administration, reducing oxidative stress and directly acting on its membrane receptors, melatonin thyroid hormone receptors (MT1 and MT2), displays effects on the earliest phases of pregnancy and during the whole gestational period. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 144-147 29861447-0 2018 Stimulatory Effects of Melatonin on Porcine In Vitro Maturation Are Mediated by MT2 Receptor. Melatonin 23-32 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 80-83 29988433-9 2018 Predicted metagenomics indicated the underrepresentation in MT2 of eight genes involved in pathways of butyrate biosynthesis, notably including paths from glutamate as well as pyruvate. Butyrates 103-111 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 29988433-9 2018 Predicted metagenomics indicated the underrepresentation in MT2 of eight genes involved in pathways of butyrate biosynthesis, notably including paths from glutamate as well as pyruvate. Glutamic Acid 155-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 29988433-9 2018 Predicted metagenomics indicated the underrepresentation in MT2 of eight genes involved in pathways of butyrate biosynthesis, notably including paths from glutamate as well as pyruvate. Pyruvic Acid 176-184 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 29464840-1 2018 Recent investigations of our group established that melatonin modulates hormone secretion of pancreatic islets via melatonin receptor types MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 52-61 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 148-151 29464840-8 2018 These data suggest the following: i) cell-type-specific density of MT1 and MT2 receptors in human pancreatic islets, which should be considered in context of the hormone secretion of islets, ii) the influence of diabetes on density of MT1 and MT2 as well as iii) the differential impact of melatonin on somatostatin secretion of nondiabetic and type 2 diabetic islets. Melatonin 290-299 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 75-78 29861447-2 2018 The fact that melatonin modulates the functions of porcine granulosa cells via the MT2 receptor suggests the possibility of MT2 receptor-mediation for melatonin to promote cumulus expansion of porcine cumulus-oocyte complexes (COCs). Melatonin 14-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-86 29861447-2 2018 The fact that melatonin modulates the functions of porcine granulosa cells via the MT2 receptor suggests the possibility of MT2 receptor-mediation for melatonin to promote cumulus expansion of porcine cumulus-oocyte complexes (COCs). Melatonin 151-160 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-127 29861447-10 2018 In conclusion, our results indicate that the MT2 receptor mediated the stimulatory effects of melatonin on porcine cumulus expansion and subsequent embryo development. Melatonin 94-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 45-48 29277070-10 2018 Additionally, the stimulatory effects of melatonin were blocked by luzindole, a non-selective MT1 and MT2 receptor antagonist, or partially blocked by a selective MT2 ligand, 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin (4P-PDOT). Melatonin 41-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 102-105 29595267-4 2018 The THQ ring proved to be a versatile scaffold for easy feasible MT1 and MT2 ligands, which resulted as more polar bioisosteres of their tetralin analogs. 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline 4-7 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-76 29595267-4 2018 The THQ ring proved to be a versatile scaffold for easy feasible MT1 and MT2 ligands, which resulted as more polar bioisosteres of their tetralin analogs. tetralin 137-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-76 29595267-5 2018 Potent partial agonists, with subnanomolar binding affinity for the MT2 receptor, were obtained, and a new series of THQ derivatives is presented. 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline 117-120 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-71 29561927-4 2018 Recent discoveries indicate that Zn(ii) ions are bound with MT2 with the range from nano- to picomolar affinity, which determines its cellular zinc buffering properties that are demonstrated by the presence of partially Zn(ii)-depleted MT2 species. Zinc 33-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 29561927-4 2018 Recent discoveries indicate that Zn(ii) ions are bound with MT2 with the range from nano- to picomolar affinity, which determines its cellular zinc buffering properties that are demonstrated by the presence of partially Zn(ii)-depleted MT2 species. Zinc 33-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 236-239 29561927-4 2018 Recent discoveries indicate that Zn(ii) ions are bound with MT2 with the range from nano- to picomolar affinity, which determines its cellular zinc buffering properties that are demonstrated by the presence of partially Zn(ii)-depleted MT2 species. Zinc 220-226 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-63 29561927-7 2018 Here, we describe the Zn(ii) binding mechanism in human MT2 with high resolution with respect to particular Zn(ii) binding sites, and provide structural insights into Zn(ii)-depleted MT species. Zinc 22-28 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-59 29561927-7 2018 Here, we describe the Zn(ii) binding mechanism in human MT2 with high resolution with respect to particular Zn(ii) binding sites, and provide structural insights into Zn(ii)-depleted MT species. Zinc 108-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-59 29561927-7 2018 Here, we describe the Zn(ii) binding mechanism in human MT2 with high resolution with respect to particular Zn(ii) binding sites, and provide structural insights into Zn(ii)-depleted MT species. Zinc 108-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 56-59 29561927-15 2018 This study provides a comprehensive overview of the crosstalk of structural and zinc buffering related-to-thermodynamics properties of partially metal-saturated mammalian MT2 and sheds more light on other MT proteins and zinc homeostasis. Metals 145-150 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 171-174 29285799-4 2018 Melatonin effects were mediated through MT2 melatonin receptors, MEK1/2, and MEK5. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 40-43 29149494-0 2018 Inhibiting MT2-TFE3-dependent autophagy enhances melatonin-induced apoptosis in tongue squamous cell carcinoma. Melatonin 49-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 11-14 29277070-10 2018 Additionally, the stimulatory effects of melatonin were blocked by luzindole, a non-selective MT1 and MT2 receptor antagonist, or partially blocked by a selective MT2 ligand, 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin (4P-PDOT). luzindole 67-76 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 102-105 29277070-11 2018 The data support the presence of MT1 and MT2 in porcine CL and a regulatory role for melatonin in luteal function through MT1 and MT2-mediated signal transduction pathways. Melatonin 85-94 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 130-133 29854276-5 2018 The known heavy metal detoxifying effect of MT-I and MT-II may be the reason for heavy metal drug resistance of various cancers including MPM. Metals 16-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 53-58 29854276-5 2018 The known heavy metal detoxifying effect of MT-I and MT-II may be the reason for heavy metal drug resistance of various cancers including MPM. Metals 87-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 53-58 29277070-10 2018 Additionally, the stimulatory effects of melatonin were blocked by luzindole, a non-selective MT1 and MT2 receptor antagonist, or partially blocked by a selective MT2 ligand, 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin (4P-PDOT). Melatonin 41-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 163-166 29471847-2 2018 Metallothionein-II (MTII) is a metal-binding protein known for its neuroprotective effect by directly stimulating the growth of axons after injury. Metals 31-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-18 29471847-2 2018 Metallothionein-II (MTII) is a metal-binding protein known for its neuroprotective effect by directly stimulating the growth of axons after injury. Metals 31-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-24 29699692-1 2018 The melatonin receptor subfamily is composed of three members, MT1 and MT2, which are binding to melatonin, and GPR50, which shows high sequence homology to MT1 and MT2 but does not bind to melatonin or any other known ligand. Melatonin 97-106 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-74 29710712-5 2018 In the mammalian brains, the effects of melatonin are mainly relayed by two of its receptors, melatonin receptor type 1a (MT1) and 1b (MT2). Melatonin 40-49 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-138 29437149-4 2018 Metallothionein-2 relaxes ASMCs via transgelin-2 (TG2) and induces dephosphorylation of myosin phosphatase target subunit 1 (MYPT1). asmcs 26-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-17 29154938-6 2018 The assessments confirmed the nature of the agonistic ligands but showed that 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin, a described antagonist, is a biased partial agonist at MT2 with poorer affinity for MT1. 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin 78-109 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 166-169 29320872-0 2018 Correction to: Bai et al., Melatonin promotes self-renewal of nestin-positive pancreatic stem cells through activation of the MT2/ERK/SMAD/nestin axis. Melatonin 27-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 126-129 29699692-1 2018 The melatonin receptor subfamily is composed of three members, MT1 and MT2, which are binding to melatonin, and GPR50, which shows high sequence homology to MT1 and MT2 but does not bind to melatonin or any other known ligand. Melatonin 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-74 28507149-11 2017 Collectively, this study uncovers an important role for XAF1-MT2A antagonism as a linchpin to govern cell fate under various stressful conditions including heavy metal exposure. Metals 162-167 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-65 29699692-1 2018 The melatonin receptor subfamily is composed of three members, MT1 and MT2, which are binding to melatonin, and GPR50, which shows high sequence homology to MT1 and MT2 but does not bind to melatonin or any other known ligand. Melatonin 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 165-168 28865957-6 2017 This study focused on designing an MT2a construct of recombinant human MT2a to determine the Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a in vitro. Zinc 93-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-39 28865957-6 2017 This study focused on designing an MT2a construct of recombinant human MT2a to determine the Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a in vitro. Zinc 93-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-75 28865957-6 2017 This study focused on designing an MT2a construct of recombinant human MT2a to determine the Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a in vitro. Zinc 93-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-75 28865957-7 2017 We analyzed the pH dependence of Zn-MT2a speciation from electrospray ionization mass spectral data. Zinc 33-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-40 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). Zinc 21-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). Zinc 21-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 179-183 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). cysteine thiols 55-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). Metals 125-130 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). Zinc 158-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 179-183 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). zn4s11 172-178 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 179-183 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). cysteinyl thiols 211-227 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). Zinc 158-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 179-183 28865957-8 2017 At physiological pH, Zn(II) is terminally bound to the cysteine thiols of MT2a, making bead-like structures (non-cooperative metal binding), while at low pH, Zn(II) formed Zn4S11-MT2a clusters involving bridged cysteinyl thiols to the Zn(II) (cooperative metal binding). Metals 255-260 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 28865957-9 2017 The Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a was compared to Zn(II) binding profile of human kidney MT1a, which was reported in literature, and found that the Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a is similar to that of MT1a. Zinc 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 30-34 28865957-9 2017 The Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a was compared to Zn(II) binding profile of human kidney MT1a, which was reported in literature, and found that the Zn(II) binding profile of MT2a is similar to that of MT1a. Zinc 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 175-179 28865957-10 2017 The facility of forming bead-like structures at physiological pH for Zn5-MT2a means that Zn7-MT2a can donate up to two Zn(II) to Zn-dependent enzymes. Zinc 69-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 28865957-10 2017 The facility of forming bead-like structures at physiological pH for Zn5-MT2a means that Zn7-MT2a can donate up to two Zn(II) to Zn-dependent enzymes. Zinc 69-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 93-97 28865957-10 2017 The facility of forming bead-like structures at physiological pH for Zn5-MT2a means that Zn7-MT2a can donate up to two Zn(II) to Zn-dependent enzymes. Zinc 89-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 28865957-10 2017 The facility of forming bead-like structures at physiological pH for Zn5-MT2a means that Zn7-MT2a can donate up to two Zn(II) to Zn-dependent enzymes. Zinc 89-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 93-97 29088301-1 2017 The mammalian retina harbors a circadian clockwork that regulates vision and promotes healthiness of retinal neurons, mainly through directing the rhythmic release of the neurohormones dopamine-acting on dopamine D4 receptors-and melatonin-acting on MT1 and MT2 receptors. Dopamine 185-193 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 258-261 29088301-1 2017 The mammalian retina harbors a circadian clockwork that regulates vision and promotes healthiness of retinal neurons, mainly through directing the rhythmic release of the neurohormones dopamine-acting on dopamine D4 receptors-and melatonin-acting on MT1 and MT2 receptors. Melatonin 230-239 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 258-261 28827538-6 2017 Co-expression of the melatonin binding MT2 receptor with GPR61, GPR62 or GPR135 has several consequences such as (i) the formation of receptor heteromers, (ii) the inhibition of melatonin-induced ss-arrestin2 recruitment to MT2 and (iii) the decrease of elevated cAMP levels upon melatonin stimulation in cells expressing spontaneously active GPR61 and GPR62. Melatonin 21-30 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-42 28827538-6 2017 Co-expression of the melatonin binding MT2 receptor with GPR61, GPR62 or GPR135 has several consequences such as (i) the formation of receptor heteromers, (ii) the inhibition of melatonin-induced ss-arrestin2 recruitment to MT2 and (iii) the decrease of elevated cAMP levels upon melatonin stimulation in cells expressing spontaneously active GPR61 and GPR62. Melatonin 21-30 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 224-227 28827538-6 2017 Co-expression of the melatonin binding MT2 receptor with GPR61, GPR62 or GPR135 has several consequences such as (i) the formation of receptor heteromers, (ii) the inhibition of melatonin-induced ss-arrestin2 recruitment to MT2 and (iii) the decrease of elevated cAMP levels upon melatonin stimulation in cells expressing spontaneously active GPR61 and GPR62. Cyclic AMP 263-267 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-42 28827538-6 2017 Co-expression of the melatonin binding MT2 receptor with GPR61, GPR62 or GPR135 has several consequences such as (i) the formation of receptor heteromers, (ii) the inhibition of melatonin-induced ss-arrestin2 recruitment to MT2 and (iii) the decrease of elevated cAMP levels upon melatonin stimulation in cells expressing spontaneously active GPR61 and GPR62. Melatonin 178-187 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-42 28827538-6 2017 Co-expression of the melatonin binding MT2 receptor with GPR61, GPR62 or GPR135 has several consequences such as (i) the formation of receptor heteromers, (ii) the inhibition of melatonin-induced ss-arrestin2 recruitment to MT2 and (iii) the decrease of elevated cAMP levels upon melatonin stimulation in cells expressing spontaneously active GPR61 and GPR62. Melatonin 178-187 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 224-227 28188799-8 2017 The backbone of the polysaccharide moiety of MTW was the same as MT2-A (Li et al. Polysaccharides 20-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 65-70 29173474-13 2018 New evidence is that MT2A -5A/G SNP was associated with decreased placental Fe levels in non-smokers. Iron 76-78 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-25 29102176-0 2017 Synthesis and biological evaluation of new naphtho- and quinolinocyclopentane derivatives as potent melatoninergic (MT1/MT2) and serotoninergic (5-HT2C) dual ligands. naphtho 43-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-123 29102176-0 2017 Synthesis and biological evaluation of new naphtho- and quinolinocyclopentane derivatives as potent melatoninergic (MT1/MT2) and serotoninergic (5-HT2C) dual ligands. quinolinocyclopentane 56-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-123 28956121-8 2017 Blockade of MT1 and/or MT2 receptors with luzindole or 4-P-PDOT was unable to reverse the enhancing effects of melatonin on both cytotoxicity, caspase-3 activation and the amount of apoptotic cells evoked by the chemotherapeutic agents, whereas when MT3 receptors were blocked with prazosin, the synergistic effect of melatonin with chemotherapy on cytotoxicity and apoptosis was reversed. luzindole 42-51 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 23-26 28027439-2 2017 Using an integrated pharmacoinformatics based screening approach, we have identified these insecticides to be structural mimics of the neurohormone melatonin and were able to bind to the putative melatonin binding sites in MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors in silico. Melatonin 196-205 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 231-234 28131805-7 2017 In contrast, ddC treatment of rapidly dividing MT-2 and Jurkat cells resulted in a dose-dependent decrease in mtDNA. Zalcitabine 13-16 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 47-51 28070874-3 2017 Therefore, we attempted to determine whether a defective provirus could transmit during the co-culture of HTLV-1 uninfected human T-cell line, Jurkat, with MT-2 cells treated with mitomycin C. Mitomycin 180-191 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 156-160 28027439-5 2017 In the presence of GTP (100 muM), which decouples the G-protein linked receptors to modulate signaling, the apparent efficacy of carbaryl and carbofuran for 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin binding for the hMT1 melatonin receptor was not affected but significantly decreased for the hMT2 melatonin receptor compatible with receptor antagonist/inverse agonist and agonist efficacy, respectively. Carbofuran 142-152 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 273-277 28587098-6 2017 MT2 was highly upregulated by Zn2+ in both cell cultures, while MT3 was not affected, and no other metal had an effect on either MT2 or MT3. Zinc 30-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 28335493-1 2017 Some melatonin functions in mammals are exerted through MT1 and MT2 receptors. Melatonin 5-14 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 64-67 28027439-3 2017 Carbaryl and carbofuran then were tested for competition with 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin (300 pM) binding to hMT1 or hMT2 receptors stably expressed in CHO cells. 2-[125i]-iodomelatonin 62-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 113-117 28027439-4 2017 Carbaryl and carbofuran showed higher affinity for competition with 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin binding to the hMT2 compared to the hMT1 melatonin receptor (33 and 35-fold difference, respectively) as predicted by the molecular modeling. Carbaryl 0-8 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-110 28027439-4 2017 Carbaryl and carbofuran showed higher affinity for competition with 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin binding to the hMT2 compared to the hMT1 melatonin receptor (33 and 35-fold difference, respectively) as predicted by the molecular modeling. Carbofuran 13-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-110 28027439-4 2017 Carbaryl and carbofuran showed higher affinity for competition with 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin binding to the hMT2 compared to the hMT1 melatonin receptor (33 and 35-fold difference, respectively) as predicted by the molecular modeling. 2-[125i]-iodomelatonin 68-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-110 28027439-5 2017 In the presence of GTP (100 muM), which decouples the G-protein linked receptors to modulate signaling, the apparent efficacy of carbaryl and carbofuran for 2-[125I]-iodomelatonin binding for the hMT1 melatonin receptor was not affected but significantly decreased for the hMT2 melatonin receptor compatible with receptor antagonist/inverse agonist and agonist efficacy, respectively. Carbaryl 129-137 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 273-277 29085556-4 2017 MT-I and MT-II have been considered polyvalent proteins whose main function is to maintain cellular homeostasis of essential metals such as zinc and copper, but other functions have also been considered: detoxification of heavy metals, regulation of gene expression, processes of inflammation, and protection against free radicals generated by oxidative stress. Copper 149-155 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-14 28131094-5 2017 Besides, sulphonamide 11b showed the most important MT2 selectivity of this series (167 folds) while methyl and ethyl-ureas 11f and 11g represented the most potent melatonergic ligands of this study. sulphonamide 11b 9-25 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-55 27919824-4 2017 In the gastrointestinal tract, the activities of melatonin are mediated by melatonin receptors (MT2), serotonin (5-HT), and cholecystokinin B (CCK2) receptors and via receptor-independent processes. Melatonin 49-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-99 29085556-4 2017 MT-I and MT-II have been considered polyvalent proteins whose main function is to maintain cellular homeostasis of essential metals such as zinc and copper, but other functions have also been considered: detoxification of heavy metals, regulation of gene expression, processes of inflammation, and protection against free radicals generated by oxidative stress. Free Radicals 317-330 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-14 27504868-1 2016 Agomelatine is an antidepressant drug with moderate agonistic action at the melatonine receptor MT1 and weak effect at MT2. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-122 29898451-6 2017 Melatonin acts mainly on the MT1 and MT2 receptors, which are present in the SCN, to regulate physiological and neuroendocrine functions including circadian entrainment, referred to as a chronobiotic effect. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-40 29376995-3 2017 Besides the effect on suprachiasmatic nucleus, a relevant role in the mechanism of action of agomelatine plays its special functionally selective (with regard to intracellular signaling pathways) interaction with heteromeric complexes of serotonin 5-NT2S and melatonin MT2 receptors in the hippocampus and cerebral cortex. agomelatine 93-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 269-272 27744593-8 2016 The results revealed that mean MT-1A and MT-2A mRNAs and MT-1/2 proteins were up-regulated in H-Cd group (p < 0.05). h-cd 94-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 41-46 27477115-9 2016 In conclusion, the study demonstrated that melatonin mediated proliferation, apoptosis, and steroidogenesis in porcine granulosa cells predominantly through the activation of melatonin receptor MT2 in vitro, which provided evidence of the beneficial role of melatonin as well as its functional mechanism in porcine granulosa cells in vitro. Melatonin 43-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 194-197 27698681-4 2016 Melatonin mediates its actions through MT1/MT2 melatonin receptors on the cell membrane and also through RZR/ROR nuclear orphan receptors. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-46 27477115-0 2016 Melatonin modulates the functions of porcine granulosa cells via its membrane receptor MT2 in vitro. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-90 27477115-9 2016 In conclusion, the study demonstrated that melatonin mediated proliferation, apoptosis, and steroidogenesis in porcine granulosa cells predominantly through the activation of melatonin receptor MT2 in vitro, which provided evidence of the beneficial role of melatonin as well as its functional mechanism in porcine granulosa cells in vitro. Melatonin 175-184 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 194-197 27608012-2 2016 For many years, most studies evaluating the effects of MT2A have focused on reactive oxygen species (ROS), as second messengers that lead to oxidative stress injury of cells and tissues. Reactive Oxygen Species 76-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-59 27314307-11 2016 These results indicate a potential modulating role of melatonin via the MT2 receptor on abnormal osteogenic and chondrogenic differentiaation in patients with AIS. Melatonin 54-63 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 27608012-2 2016 For many years, most studies evaluating the effects of MT2A have focused on reactive oxygen species (ROS), as second messengers that lead to oxidative stress injury of cells and tissues. Reactive Oxygen Species 101-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 55-59 26908771-8 2016 RPTEC/TERT1 cells overexpressing MT2A were less susceptible towards cadmium chloride-induced cytotoxicity and hypoxia-induced apoptosis, both models for increased generation of reactive oxygen species. Cadmium Chloride 68-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-37 26908771-8 2016 RPTEC/TERT1 cells overexpressing MT2A were less susceptible towards cadmium chloride-induced cytotoxicity and hypoxia-induced apoptosis, both models for increased generation of reactive oxygen species. Reactive Oxygen Species 177-200 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-37 27391761-6 2016 Treatment with 1.0 ng/mL of melatonin also significantly elevated MT2, SOD1, and GPX4 while lowering FASL, CHOP, and GRP78 mRNA abundance compared to the untreated control. Melatonin 28-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 66-69 27374080-7 2016 Chick embryo chorioallantoic membrane invasion assays demonstrated that cells transfected with WT MT2-MMP were more invasive than cells transfected with control vector, treated with GM6001, or transfected with the E260A mutant. N-(2(R)-2-(hydroxamidocarbonylmethyl)-4-methylpentanoyl)-L-tryptophan methylamide 182-188 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-101 26801633-0 2016 Epigenetic Upregulation of Metallothionein 2A by Diallyl Trisulfide Enhances Chemosensitivity of Human Gastric Cancer Cells to Docetaxel Through Attenuating NF-kappaB Activation. diallyl trisulfide 49-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 27-45 25515626-1 2016 The present study analysed the involvement of melatonin, acting via its receptors (MT1 and MT2), in ram sperm functionality. Melatonin 46-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 91-94 25515626-5 2016 In conclusion, melatonin exerts a modulating effect on ram sperm functionality, primarily via activation of the MT2 receptor. Melatonin 15-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 112-115 26801633-0 2016 Epigenetic Upregulation of Metallothionein 2A by Diallyl Trisulfide Enhances Chemosensitivity of Human Gastric Cancer Cells to Docetaxel Through Attenuating NF-kappaB Activation. Docetaxel 127-136 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 27-45 26801633-3 2016 The present study investigated the effect of diallyl trisulfide (DATS), a garlic-derived compound, and docetaxel (DOC) on regulation of MT2A in relation to NF-kappaB in GC cells. diallyl trisulfide 45-63 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-140 26801633-3 2016 The present study investigated the effect of diallyl trisulfide (DATS), a garlic-derived compound, and docetaxel (DOC) on regulation of MT2A in relation to NF-kappaB in GC cells. diallyl trisulfide 65-69 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-140 26801633-3 2016 The present study investigated the effect of diallyl trisulfide (DATS), a garlic-derived compound, and docetaxel (DOC) on regulation of MT2A in relation to NF-kappaB in GC cells. Docetaxel 103-112 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-140 26801633-3 2016 The present study investigated the effect of diallyl trisulfide (DATS), a garlic-derived compound, and docetaxel (DOC) on regulation of MT2A in relation to NF-kappaB in GC cells. Docetaxel 114-117 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-140 26801633-5 2016 The anti-GC effect of DATS was attributable to its capacity to epigenetically upregulate MT2A, which in turn enhanced transcription of IkappaB-alpha to suppress NF-kappaB activation in GC cells. diallyl trisulfide 22-26 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 26801633-6 2016 The combination of DATS with DOC exhibited a synergistic anti-GC activity accompanied by MT2A upregulation and NF-kappaB inactivation. Docetaxel 29-32 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 26801633-7 2016 Histopathologic analysis of GC specimens from patients showed a significant increase in MT2A expression following DOC treatment. Docetaxel 114-117 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 88-92 26801633-9 2016 INNOVATION AND CONCLUSION: We conclude that DATS exerts its anti-GC activity and enhances chemosensitivity of GC to DOC by epigenetic upregulation of MT2A to attenuate NF-kappaB signaling. diallyl trisulfide 44-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-154 26801633-9 2016 INNOVATION AND CONCLUSION: We conclude that DATS exerts its anti-GC activity and enhances chemosensitivity of GC to DOC by epigenetic upregulation of MT2A to attenuate NF-kappaB signaling. Docetaxel 116-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-154 27229348-3 2016 METHODS: We evaluated a group of 24 nondepressed patients with a diagnosis of the behavioral variant of FTD, in order to determine the effectiveness on apathy of agomelatine, an antidepressant with MT1 and MT2 receptor agonism and 5-HT2C receptor antagonism; the latter leads to an increase in prefrontal dopaminergic and noradrenergic tone. agomelatine 162-173 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 206-209 27092136-4 2016 MT2 microplates (Biolog(TM)) method is traditionally used for bacteria identification and the evaluation of their ability to utilize different carbon substrates. Carbon 143-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 26867681-6 2016 Both dimethyl phthalate (DMP) and DEHP were correlated with higher MT and MT-2A expression, while diethyl phthalate (DEP) was also positively correlated with MT-1A and FATP1 expression in female infants. dimethyl phthalate 5-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-79 26867681-6 2016 Both dimethyl phthalate (DMP) and DEHP were correlated with higher MT and MT-2A expression, while diethyl phthalate (DEP) was also positively correlated with MT-1A and FATP1 expression in female infants. dimethyl phthalate 25-28 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-79 26867681-6 2016 Both dimethyl phthalate (DMP) and DEHP were correlated with higher MT and MT-2A expression, while diethyl phthalate (DEP) was also positively correlated with MT-1A and FATP1 expression in female infants. Diethylhexyl Phthalate 34-38 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-79 27010900-1 2016 Our recent ultrastructural study of human parotid glands revealed that the melatonin receptors, MT1 and MT2, are localised in the plasma cell membranes of acinar and ductal cells but also, and intriguingly, predominantly in acinar secretory granules, giving rise to the working hypothesis that secretory granules are a part of a transcytotic transport system for melatonin. Melatonin 75-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-107 27829983-6 2016 The literature reviewed here indicates that PD is associated with impaired brain expression of melatonin and its receptors MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 95-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 131-134 26961605-7 2016 Further analysis of a library of zinc complexes showed that zinc(II) bis(diethyldithiocarbamate) activated the MTF-1/MRE pathway but not the Nrf2/ARE pathway, increased MT-1A, MT-1E, and MT-2A mRNA levels, and induced metallothionein proteins. zinc(ii) bis(diethyldithiocarbamate) 60-96 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 187-192 26820449-1 2016 Following our research for new melatonergic ligands, herein we report the design, synthesis and biological evaluation of new series of naphthofuranic derivatives as MT1 and MT2 ligands. naphthofuranic derivatives 135-161 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 173-176 26514204-2 2016 Melatonin activates two high-affinity G protein-coupled receptors, termed MT1 and MT2, to exert beneficial actions in sleep and circadian abnormality, mood disorders, learning and memory, neuroprotection, drug abuse, and cancer. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 82-85 26446034-7 2015 Using repeated-measures ANOVA, MT-2A gene expression and fold change were found to be higher in the ZT group (P = 0.025 and P = 0.016, respectively) compared to the NT group, specifically at Day 2 (40 +- 18 % increase from baseline, P = 0.011), despite no significant increase in plasma zinc concentration. zt 100-102 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 31-36 26529669-7 2015 RESULTS: Minor alleles of rs28366003 and rs10636 near the MT2A gene were associated with lower urinary Cd, Cu, and Zn. Copper 107-109 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-62 26529669-7 2015 RESULTS: Minor alleles of rs28366003 and rs10636 near the MT2A gene were associated with lower urinary Cd, Cu, and Zn. Zinc 115-117 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-62 26444951-2 2015 Because agomelatine acts as a MT1 and MT2 agonist and as a 5HT2c antagonist, this study was designed to assess the efficacy of agomelatine in treating depressive symptoms in PD patients, and the potential changes both in sleep quality and motor symptoms. agomelatine 8-19 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-41 26594907-3 2016 The present study aimed to evaluate the genetic effects of the polymorphism of MT2A (single nucleotide polymorphism rs10636; Cx2192;G) on blood Pb levels (BLL) of workers from car battery factories who are chronically exposed to the metal. Lead 144-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 79-83 26594907-3 2016 The present study aimed to evaluate the genetic effects of the polymorphism of MT2A (single nucleotide polymorphism rs10636; Cx2192;G) on blood Pb levels (BLL) of workers from car battery factories who are chronically exposed to the metal. Metals 233-238 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 79-83 26529669-7 2015 RESULTS: Minor alleles of rs28366003 and rs10636 near the MT2A gene were associated with lower urinary Cd, Cu, and Zn. Cadmium 103-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-62 26547260-10 2015 Treatment with YM155 combined with the STAT3 inhibitor S3I-201 significantly suppressed cell proliferation compared to that with either YM155 or S3I-201 in MT-2 cells, indicating that STAT3 may play a role in tolerance of MT-2 cells to YM155 and that STAT3 may therefore be a therapeutic target for YM155-resistant ATL cells. YM 155 15-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 156-160 26547260-10 2015 Treatment with YM155 combined with the STAT3 inhibitor S3I-201 significantly suppressed cell proliferation compared to that with either YM155 or S3I-201 in MT-2 cells, indicating that STAT3 may play a role in tolerance of MT-2 cells to YM155 and that STAT3 may therefore be a therapeutic target for YM155-resistant ATL cells. YM 155 15-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 222-226 26375382-1 2015 The reaction of cadmium-binding human metallothionein-2A (Cd7MT) and N-ethylmaleimide (NEM) is investigated by electrospray ionization-ion mobility-mass spectrometry (ESI IM-MS). Ethylmaleimide 69-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-56 26375382-1 2015 The reaction of cadmium-binding human metallothionein-2A (Cd7MT) and N-ethylmaleimide (NEM) is investigated by electrospray ionization-ion mobility-mass spectrometry (ESI IM-MS). Cadmium 16-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-56 25851638-1 2015 Tasimelteon ([1R-trans]-N-[(2-[2,3-dihydro-4-benzofuranyl] cyclopropyl) methyl] propanamide), a novel dual melatonin receptor agonist that demonstrates specificity and high affinity for melatonin receptor types 1 and 2 (MT1 and MT2 receptors), is the first treatment approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder. [1r-trans]-n-[(2-[2,3-dihydro-4-benzofuranyl] cyclopropyl) methyl] propanamide 13-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 228-231 26334942-0 2015 Highly Potent and Selective MT2 Melatonin Receptor Full Agonists from Conformational Analysis of 1-Benzyl-2-acylaminomethyl-tetrahydroquinolines. 1-benzyl-2-acylaminomethyl-tetrahydroquinolines 97-144 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 28-31 26334942-5 2015 Structural optimization resulted in N-[(1-benzyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5-methoxyquinolin-2-yl)methyl]propionamide (UCM1014), with picomolar MT2 binding affinity (K(i) = 0.001 nM), more than 10000-fold selectivity over the MT1 receptor, and a full agonist profile (GTPgammaS test), being the most potent MT2-selective full agonist reported to date. UCM1014 36-110 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-140 26334942-5 2015 Structural optimization resulted in N-[(1-benzyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5-methoxyquinolin-2-yl)methyl]propionamide (UCM1014), with picomolar MT2 binding affinity (K(i) = 0.001 nM), more than 10000-fold selectivity over the MT1 receptor, and a full agonist profile (GTPgammaS test), being the most potent MT2-selective full agonist reported to date. UCM1014 36-110 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 300-303 26331226-2 2015 The effects of melatonin on insulin secretion are mediated through the melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2). Melatonin 15-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 100-103 26283214-9 2015 This attenuating effect was prevented by pre-incubation with luzindole, an antagonist of the melatonin MT1/MT2 receptors. luzindole 61-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-110 26283214-11 2015 MT2 knockdown by siRNA abrogated the anti-inflammatory effect exerted by melatonin. Melatonin 73-82 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 26283214-12 2015 From these findings, we propose that melatonin exerts its protective effects on methamphetamine-induced neuroinflammation through the membrane receptor, at least in part MT2 subtype, in the SH-SY5Y neuroblastoma cell line. Melatonin 37-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 170-173 26283214-12 2015 From these findings, we propose that melatonin exerts its protective effects on methamphetamine-induced neuroinflammation through the membrane receptor, at least in part MT2 subtype, in the SH-SY5Y neuroblastoma cell line. Methamphetamine 80-95 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 170-173 25833399-9 2015 This effect of melatonin appears to be mediated via its MT1 and MT2 receptors. Melatonin 15-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 64-67 25833399-3 2015 The purpose of this study was to determine melatonin-synthesizing enzymes, arylalkylamine N-acetyltransferase (AANAT) and hydroxyindole O-methyltransferase (HIOMT), and melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) expression throughout pregnancy as well as the role of melatonin and its receptors in villous trophoblast syncytialization. Melatonin 43-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 198-201 26109726-5 2015 A Nox inhibitor, diphenylene iodonium, and antioxidants such as N-acetyl cysteine blocked proliferation of MT1 and MT2 cells. diphenyleneiodonium 17-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-118 26109726-5 2015 A Nox inhibitor, diphenylene iodonium, and antioxidants such as N-acetyl cysteine blocked proliferation of MT1 and MT2 cells. Acetylcysteine 64-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-118 26512337-6 2015 Recently, more potent melatonin analogs (selective melatonin-1 (MT1) and melatonin-2 (MT2) receptor agonists) with prolonged effects and slow-release melatonin preparations have been developed. Melatonin 22-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-89 25900616-2 2015 The goal of this study was to identify the -5 A/G (rs28366003) single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the core promoter region of the MT2A gene, and to investigate its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn, Cu and Ni content in sinonasal inverted papilloma tissue (IP), with non-cancerous sinonasal mucosa (NCM) as a control. Cadmium 215-217 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 25804888-10 2015 Increased transcript expression of metallothioneins, MT1A and MT2A and the stress response genes HMOX1 (690%) and HIF1A (247%) occurred in CATLE cells possibly in adaptation to chronic arsenic exposure. Arsenic 185-192 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 62-66 25900616-2 2015 The goal of this study was to identify the -5 A/G (rs28366003) single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the core promoter region of the MT2A gene, and to investigate its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn, Cu and Ni content in sinonasal inverted papilloma tissue (IP), with non-cancerous sinonasal mucosa (NCM) as a control. Zinc 219-221 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 25900616-2 2015 The goal of this study was to identify the -5 A/G (rs28366003) single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the core promoter region of the MT2A gene, and to investigate its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn, Cu and Ni content in sinonasal inverted papilloma tissue (IP), with non-cancerous sinonasal mucosa (NCM) as a control. Copper 223-225 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 25900616-13 2015 The results obtained in this study suggest that the -5 A/G SNP in the MT2A gene may have an effect on allele-specific gene expression and toxic metal accumulation in sinonasal inverted papilloma. Metals 144-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-74 25218889-0 2015 Interaction study of arsenic (III and V) ions with metallothionein gene (MT2A) fragment. Arsenic 21-28 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 25511253-5 2015 Hence, Zn-MT3 showed the highest reactivity, in agreement with its high Cu-thionein character, whereas Zn-MT2 exhibited the lowest reactivity, in line with its high Zn-thionein character. zn-thionein 165-176 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-109 25511253-6 2015 The reactivity of the Zn-loaded forms of MT1 and MT4 is intermediate between those of MT3 and MT2. Zinc 22-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 25702644-5 2015 Therefore, the anti-apoptotic effect of melatonin requires the simultaneous, independent interaction with high (MT1/MT2) and low (calmodulin) affinity targets, eliciting two independent signal transduction pathways converging into Bax sequestration and inactivation. Melatonin 40-49 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-119 25702644-6 2015 MT1/MT2 vs. lipoxygenase pathways are activated by 10(-9) vs. 10(-5)M melatonin, respectively; the anti-apoptotic effect of melatonin is achieved at 10(-5)M, but drops to 10(-9)M upon addition of exogenous 5-HETE, revealing that lipoxygenase activation is the rate-limiting pathway. Melatonin 70-79 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-7 25702644-6 2015 MT1/MT2 vs. lipoxygenase pathways are activated by 10(-9) vs. 10(-5)M melatonin, respectively; the anti-apoptotic effect of melatonin is achieved at 10(-5)M, but drops to 10(-9)M upon addition of exogenous 5-HETE, revealing that lipoxygenase activation is the rate-limiting pathway. Melatonin 124-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-7 25702644-6 2015 MT1/MT2 vs. lipoxygenase pathways are activated by 10(-9) vs. 10(-5)M melatonin, respectively; the anti-apoptotic effect of melatonin is achieved at 10(-5)M, but drops to 10(-9)M upon addition of exogenous 5-HETE, revealing that lipoxygenase activation is the rate-limiting pathway. 5-hydroxy-6,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoic acid 206-212 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-7 25757565-6 2015 Exposure of HEK293 cells stably expressing recombinant MT1 or MT2 receptors to Abeta lead to a 40% reduction in [(125)I]iodomelatonin binding to MT1. iodomelatonin 120-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 62-65 25808318-5 2015 HEK cells overexpressing MT-2A demonstrated reduced oxygen consumption and lower cellular ATP levels. Oxygen 52-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-30 25808318-5 2015 HEK cells overexpressing MT-2A demonstrated reduced oxygen consumption and lower cellular ATP levels. Adenosine Triphosphate 90-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-30 25585597-0 2015 Melatonin influences somatostatin secretion from human pancreatic delta-cells via MT1 and MT2 receptors. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 90-93 25528336-2 2015 Concomitant insertion of a hydroxymethyl in the beta-acetamide position and aliphatic groups in C-3 position produced a positive effect on both melatonin (MT1, MT2) and serotonin (5-HT2C) binding affinities. beta-acetamide 48-62 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 160-163 25528336-5 2015 Finally, the acetamide modulation has led to methyl thiourea 11h, with a weak MT2 selectivity. acetamide 13-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-81 25370199-4 2015 For HuFtH, unstored Fe(III) ions trigger the oxidation of Cu-MT2 with concomitant Cu(I) release. hufth 4-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-64 25370199-4 2015 For HuFtH, unstored Fe(III) ions trigger the oxidation of Cu-MT2 with concomitant Cu(I) release. ferric sulfate 20-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-64 25370199-4 2015 For HuFtH, unstored Fe(III) ions trigger the oxidation of Cu-MT2 with concomitant Cu(I) release. cuprous ion 82-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-64 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Aspartic Acid 52-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Histidine 56-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Deuterium 60-61 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Phenylalanine 62-65 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Arginine 66-69 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Tryptophan 70-73 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 26095376-1 2015 An alpha-MSH peptide analogue, named MTII (Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]- NH2), is one of the most important ligands of melanotropic receptors but are relatively nonselective. Lysine 74-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-41 25479338-0 2014 Synthesis and functional characterization of substituted isoquinolinones as MT2-selective melatoninergic ligands. isoquinolinones 57-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-79 25479338-1 2014 A series of substituted isoquinolinones were synthesized and their binding affinities and functional activities towards human melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors were evaluated. isoquinolinones 24-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 144-147 25479338-2 2014 Structure-activity relationship analysis revealed that substituted isoquinolinones bearing a 3-methoxybenzyloxyl group at C5, C6 or C7 position respectively (C5>C6>C7 in terms of their potency) conferred effective binding and selectivity toward the MT2 receptor, with 15b as the most potent compound. isoquinolinones 67-82 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 255-258 25479338-2 2014 Structure-activity relationship analysis revealed that substituted isoquinolinones bearing a 3-methoxybenzyloxyl group at C5, C6 or C7 position respectively (C5>C6>C7 in terms of their potency) conferred effective binding and selectivity toward the MT2 receptor, with 15b as the most potent compound. 3-methoxybenzyloxyl 93-112 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 255-258 25479338-3 2014 Most of the tested compounds were MT2-selective agonists as revealed in receptor-mediated cAMP inhibition, intracellular Ca2+ mobilization and phosphorylation of extracellular signal-regulated protein kinases. Cyclic AMP 90-94 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 34-37 25479338-4 2014 Intriguingly, compounds 7e and 7f bearing a 4-methoxybenzyloxyl group or 4-methylbenzyloxyl at C6 behaved as weak MT2-selective antagonists. 4-methoxybenzyloxyl 44-63 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-117 25479338-4 2014 Intriguingly, compounds 7e and 7f bearing a 4-methoxybenzyloxyl group or 4-methylbenzyloxyl at C6 behaved as weak MT2-selective antagonists. 4-methylbenzyloxyl 73-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-117 25479338-5 2014 These results suggest that substituted isoquinolinones represent a novel family of MT2-selective melatonin ligands. isoquinolinones 39-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-86 25479338-5 2014 These results suggest that substituted isoquinolinones represent a novel family of MT2-selective melatonin ligands. Melatonin 97-106 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-86 25023005-1 2014 Melatonin, the popular hormone of the darkness, is primarily synthesized in the pineal gland, and acts classically through the G-protein coupled plasma membrane melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2, respectively. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 189-192 25347033-0 2014 1,4-disubstituted-[1,2,3]triazolyl-containing analogues of MT-II: design, synthesis, conformational analysis, and biological activity. 1,4-disubstituted-[1,2,3]triazolyl 0-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 59-64 25347033-5 2014 Herein we report the design, synthesis, conformational analysis, and functional biological activity of a series of i-to-i+5 1,4- and 4,1-disubstituted [1,2,3]triazole-bridged cyclopeptides derived from MT-II, the homodetic Asp(5) to Lys(10) side chain-to-side chain bridged heptapeptide, an extensively studied agonist of melanocortin receptors. 1,4- and 4,1 124-136 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 202-207 25347033-5 2014 Herein we report the design, synthesis, conformational analysis, and functional biological activity of a series of i-to-i+5 1,4- and 4,1-disubstituted [1,2,3]triazole-bridged cyclopeptides derived from MT-II, the homodetic Asp(5) to Lys(10) side chain-to-side chain bridged heptapeptide, an extensively studied agonist of melanocortin receptors. Peptides, Cyclic 175-188 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 202-207 25232966-5 2014 Among the 25 synthesized HHIPs, some of them containing methylenedioxy (series 2) and 8-chloro-7-methoxy substituents (series 4) on the benzene ring revealed affinity for the MT1 and/or the MT2 receptors within the nanomolar range or low micromolar. Benzene 136-143 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 190-193 24930835-6 2014 Furthermore, the methylenedioxy HHIPs 2d (N-phenylacetamide) and 2f (N,N-diethylacetamide), exhibited high selectivity at MT1 or MT2 receptors, respectively, when compared with melatonin. acetanilide 42-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 25277428-5 2014 Certain melatonin actions are mediated by receptors that belong to the superfamily of G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), the MT1 and MT2 membrane. Melatonin 8-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-138 24595738-0 2014 Cadmium-resistance mechanism in the bacteria Cupriavidus metallidurans CH34 and Pseudomonas putida mt2. Cadmium 0-7 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 99-102 24595738-1 2014 Cupriavidus metallidurans CH34 and Pseudomonas putida mt2 were used as cadmium (Cd)-resistant and -sensitive bacteria, respectively, to study Cd uptake, sorption, intracellular accumulation, metallothionein (MT) induction, and bioremediation potential of both isolates. Cadmium 71-78 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-57 24595738-3 2014 Addition of N,N"-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DCCD) and 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) along with Cd resulted in more cell growth in mt2 (OD578 = 0.71) compared with CH34 (OD578 = 0.34). Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide 12-41 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-3 2014 Addition of N,N"-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DCCD) and 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) along with Cd resulted in more cell growth in mt2 (OD578 = 0.71) compared with CH34 (OD578 = 0.34). Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide 43-47 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-3 2014 Addition of N,N"-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DCCD) and 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) along with Cd resulted in more cell growth in mt2 (OD578 = 0.71) compared with CH34 (OD578 = 0.34). 2,4-Dinitrophenol 53-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-3 2014 Addition of N,N"-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DCCD) and 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) along with Cd resulted in more cell growth in mt2 (OD578 = 0.71) compared with CH34 (OD578 = 0.34). 2,4-Dinitrophenol 72-75 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-3 2014 Addition of N,N"-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DCCD) and 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) along with Cd resulted in more cell growth in mt2 (OD578 = 0.71) compared with CH34 (OD578 = 0.34). Cadmium 88-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-5 2014 Greater Cd interaction with the cell surface was observed in mt2 cells compared with CH34 cells. Cadmium 8-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-64 24595738-7 2014 Intracellular Cd uptake was observed in even killed mt2 cells (7.11 +- 0.05 mug L(-1) at 5 h) compared with CH34 cells (2.50 +- 0.08 mug L(-1) at 5 h). Cadmium 14-16 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 52-55 24595738-10 2014 mt2 was able to remove 80 mg L(-1) of Cd after 8 days from original industrial effluent, which was more than Cd removal by mt2 from distilled water (i.e. 77 mg L(-1) after 8 days). Cadmium 38-40 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 24595738-10 2014 mt2 was able to remove 80 mg L(-1) of Cd after 8 days from original industrial effluent, which was more than Cd removal by mt2 from distilled water (i.e. 77 mg L(-1) after 8 days). Cadmium 109-111 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-10 2014 mt2 was able to remove 80 mg L(-1) of Cd after 8 days from original industrial effluent, which was more than Cd removal by mt2 from distilled water (i.e. 77 mg L(-1) after 8 days). Water 142-147 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-126 24595738-11 2014 Cd did not induce any MT in CH34, but it did so in mt2 (14 kDa), which was thought to be a Cd-resistance mechanism operative in mt2. Cadmium 0-2 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-54 24595738-11 2014 Cd did not induce any MT in CH34, but it did so in mt2 (14 kDa), which was thought to be a Cd-resistance mechanism operative in mt2. Cadmium 0-2 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 128-131 24595738-11 2014 Cd did not induce any MT in CH34, but it did so in mt2 (14 kDa), which was thought to be a Cd-resistance mechanism operative in mt2. Cadmium 91-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-54 24595738-11 2014 Cd did not induce any MT in CH34, but it did so in mt2 (14 kDa), which was thought to be a Cd-resistance mechanism operative in mt2. Cadmium 91-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 128-131 25157674-0 2014 The -5 A/G single-nucleotide polymorphism in the core promoter region of MT2A and its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in laryngeal cancer. Cadmium 132-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 25157674-0 2014 The -5 A/G single-nucleotide polymorphism in the core promoter region of MT2A and its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in laryngeal cancer. Zinc 136-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 25157674-0 2014 The -5 A/G single-nucleotide polymorphism in the core promoter region of MT2A and its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in laryngeal cancer. Copper 143-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-77 25157674-3 2014 The aim of this study was to determine the -5 A/G (rs28366003) single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the core promoter region of the MT2A gene and to investigate its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn and Cu content in squamous cell laryngeal cancer (SCC) and non-cancerous laryngeal mucosa (NCM) as a control. Zinc 218-220 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 25157674-3 2014 The aim of this study was to determine the -5 A/G (rs28366003) single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the core promoter region of the MT2A gene and to investigate its effect on allele-specific gene expression and Cd, Zn and Cu content in squamous cell laryngeal cancer (SCC) and non-cancerous laryngeal mucosa (NCM) as a control. Copper 225-227 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 25157674-10 2014 The Spearman rank correlation results showed that the MT2A expression and Cd, Zn, Cu levels were negatively correlated. Cadmium 74-76 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 25157674-10 2014 The Spearman rank correlation results showed that the MT2A expression and Cd, Zn, Cu levels were negatively correlated. Zinc 78-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 25157674-10 2014 The Spearman rank correlation results showed that the MT2A expression and Cd, Zn, Cu levels were negatively correlated. Copper 82-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 25157674-11 2014 Results obtained in this study suggest that -5 A/G SNP in MT2A gene may have an effect on allele-specific gene expression and accumulation of metal levels in laryngeal cancer. Metals 142-147 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-62 24724693-3 2014 The recent demonstration of the existence of heteromeric complexes of MT1 and MT2 with 5-HT2C receptors at the cellular level may explain how these two properties of agomelatine translate into a synergistic action that, for example, leads to increases in hippocampal proliferation, maturation and survival through modulation of multiple cellular pathways (increase in trophic factors, synaptic remodelling, glutamate signalling) and key targets (early genes, kinases). Glutamic Acid 407-416 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-81 24930835-6 2014 Furthermore, the methylenedioxy HHIPs 2d (N-phenylacetamide) and 2f (N,N-diethylacetamide), exhibited high selectivity at MT1 or MT2 receptors, respectively, when compared with melatonin. N,N-diethylacetamide 69-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 24930835-6 2014 Furthermore, the methylenedioxy HHIPs 2d (N-phenylacetamide) and 2f (N,N-diethylacetamide), exhibited high selectivity at MT1 or MT2 receptors, respectively, when compared with melatonin. Melatonin 177-186 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 24930835-7 2014 It seems that the methylenedioxy group on the indene ring system and the N-acetamide substituent are important structural features to bind selectively MT1 or MT2 subtypes. indene 46-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 158-161 24930835-7 2014 It seems that the methylenedioxy group on the indene ring system and the N-acetamide substituent are important structural features to bind selectively MT1 or MT2 subtypes. n-acetamide 73-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 158-161 24754452-12 2014 2005, 240, 301), and this approach was used to assign metal ion binding sites for human metallothionein protein MT-2a (Chen, S. H.; Russell, W. K.; Russell, D. H. Anal. Metals 54-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 112-117 24636462-3 2014 Here we explored in a group of 62 CFS subjects the impact on fatigue levels of agomelatine, an antidepressant with agonist activity at melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) and antagonist activity at serotoninergic 2C receptors (5HT2C). agomelatine 79-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 164-167 24918957-0 2014 Metal-induced conformational changes of human metallothionein-2A: a combined theoretical and experimental study of metal-free and partially metalated intermediates. Metals 0-5 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 46-64 24918957-1 2014 Electrospray ionization ion mobility mass spectrometry (ESI IM-MS) and molecular dynamics (MD) simulations reveal new insights into metal-induced conformational changes and the mechanism for metalation of human metallothionein-2A (MT), an intrinsically disordered protein. Metals 132-137 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 211-229 23719026-6 2014 The melatonin MT1/MT2 agonist and 5-HT(2C) antagonist, agomelatine, which is effective in the short- and long-term treatment of depression, exemplifies the former approach, while evidence-based polypharmacy is illustrated by the adjunctive use of second-generation antipsychotics with serotonin reuptake inhibitors for treatment of resistant depression. Melatonin 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 23719026-6 2014 The melatonin MT1/MT2 agonist and 5-HT(2C) antagonist, agomelatine, which is effective in the short- and long-term treatment of depression, exemplifies the former approach, while evidence-based polypharmacy is illustrated by the adjunctive use of second-generation antipsychotics with serotonin reuptake inhibitors for treatment of resistant depression. agomelatine 55-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 23719026-6 2014 The melatonin MT1/MT2 agonist and 5-HT(2C) antagonist, agomelatine, which is effective in the short- and long-term treatment of depression, exemplifies the former approach, while evidence-based polypharmacy is illustrated by the adjunctive use of second-generation antipsychotics with serotonin reuptake inhibitors for treatment of resistant depression. Serotonin 285-294 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 24766542-3 2014 Agomelatine is an antidepressant approved by the European Agency; it is a melatonergic agonist (MT1 and MT2 receptors) and a 5-HT2C antagonist indicated in the treatment of major depressive episodes. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-107 24680813-1 2014 A homogeneous glycopeptide with a molecular weight of 1.61x10(5)Da, termed as MT2-A, was isolated from crude mannatide by DEAE-52 cellulose column and Sephacryl S-300 gel column. polyactin A 109-118 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-83 24680813-1 2014 A homogeneous glycopeptide with a molecular weight of 1.61x10(5)Da, termed as MT2-A, was isolated from crude mannatide by DEAE-52 cellulose column and Sephacryl S-300 gel column. 2-diethylaminoethanol 122-126 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-83 24680813-1 2014 A homogeneous glycopeptide with a molecular weight of 1.61x10(5)Da, termed as MT2-A, was isolated from crude mannatide by DEAE-52 cellulose column and Sephacryl S-300 gel column. Cellulose 130-139 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-83 24680813-1 2014 A homogeneous glycopeptide with a molecular weight of 1.61x10(5)Da, termed as MT2-A, was isolated from crude mannatide by DEAE-52 cellulose column and Sephacryl S-300 gel column. sephacryl s 151-162 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-83 24680813-2 2014 The polysaccharide moiety of MT2-A was mainly composed of mannose and trace amount of glucose. Polysaccharides 4-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-34 24680813-2 2014 The polysaccharide moiety of MT2-A was mainly composed of mannose and trace amount of glucose. Mannose 58-65 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-34 24680813-2 2014 The polysaccharide moiety of MT2-A was mainly composed of mannose and trace amount of glucose. Glucose 86-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-34 24680813-5 2014 Based on the experimental results, it was concluded that the polysaccharide moiety of MT2-A had a backbone of (1 6)-alpha-D-mannopyranose residues, which highly branched at O-2 position of (1 2,6)-alpha-D-mannopyranose residues. Polysaccharides 61-75 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-91 24680813-5 2014 Based on the experimental results, it was concluded that the polysaccharide moiety of MT2-A had a backbone of (1 6)-alpha-D-mannopyranose residues, which highly branched at O-2 position of (1 2,6)-alpha-D-mannopyranose residues. (1 6)-alpha-d-mannopyranose 110-137 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-91 24680813-5 2014 Based on the experimental results, it was concluded that the polysaccharide moiety of MT2-A had a backbone of (1 6)-alpha-D-mannopyranose residues, which highly branched at O-2 position of (1 2,6)-alpha-D-mannopyranose residues. (1 2,6)-alpha-d-mannopyranose 189-218 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-91 24724723-1 2014 The pineal gland hormone melatonin exerts its regulatory roles in a variety of physiological and pathological responses through two G protein-coupled receptors, melatonin receptor type 1 (MT1) and melatonin receptor type 2 (MT2), which have been recognized as promising targets in the treatment of a number of human diseases and disorders. Melatonin 25-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 224-227 24228714-1 2014 Numerous physiological functions of the pineal gland hormone melatonin are mediated via activation of two G-protein-coupled receptors, MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 61-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 143-146 24650091-3 2014 In a transfected INS-1 cell line overexpressing the human MT2 receptor (hMT2-INS-1), melatonin treatment induced even stronger depressive effects on calcium/calmodulin-dependent kinase 2d and IV (Camk2d, CamkIV) transcripts during 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine (IBMX) treatment than in normal INS-1 cells, indicating a crucial influence of melatonin receptor density on transcript-level regulation. Melatonin 85-94 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-61 24650091-3 2014 In a transfected INS-1 cell line overexpressing the human MT2 receptor (hMT2-INS-1), melatonin treatment induced even stronger depressive effects on calcium/calmodulin-dependent kinase 2d and IV (Camk2d, CamkIV) transcripts during 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine (IBMX) treatment than in normal INS-1 cells, indicating a crucial influence of melatonin receptor density on transcript-level regulation. Melatonin 85-94 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-76 24650091-4 2014 In addition, melatonin induced a significant downregulation of calmodulin (Calm1) in IBMX-treated hMT2-INS-1 cells. Melatonin 13-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-102 24228714-2 2014 The melatonergic drugs on the market, ramelteon and agomelatine, as well as the most advanced drug candidates under clinical evaluation, tasimelteon and TIK-301, are high-affinity nonselective MT1/MT2 agonists. agomelatine 52-63 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 197-200 24560278-5 2014 This study evaluated the effects of zinc supplementation on zinc status and expression of the zinc-dependent MT1F and MT2A genes in patients with atherosclerosis treated with rosuvastatin. Rosuvastatin Calcium 175-187 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-122 24559479-0 2014 pH-dependent coordination of Pb2+ to metallothionein2: structures and insight into lead detoxification. Lead 29-33 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-53 24559479-6 2014 The O-donor ligand in Pb7-MT2(II) was identified as the carboxyl groups of the aspartic acid residues at positions 2 and 56. Aspartic Acid 79-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-29 24417958-1 2014 Herein we describe the synthesis of novel tricyclic analogues issued from the rigidification of the methoxy group of the benzofuranic analogue of melatonin as MT1 and MT2 ligands. Melatonin 146-155 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 167-170 24333911-0 2014 False positives in Biolog EcoPlates and MT2 MicroPlates caused by calcium. Calcium 68-75 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 41-44 24417958-1 2014 Herein we describe the synthesis of novel tricyclic analogues issued from the rigidification of the methoxy group of the benzofuranic analogue of melatonin as MT1 and MT2 ligands. benzofuranic 121-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 167-170 24356796-9 2014 Proteomic analysis of one of the commonly seen fluorescing regions showed the possibility for some dyes to recognize Zn and Cu bound to metallothionein 2. Zinc 117-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-153 24356796-9 2014 Proteomic analysis of one of the commonly seen fluorescing regions showed the possibility for some dyes to recognize Zn and Cu bound to metallothionein 2. Copper 124-126 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-153 24117008-3 2014 EXPERIMENTAL APPROACH: We characterized [(3)H]-melatonin binding to the hMT1 and hMT2 receptors expressed in a range of cell lines and obtained new insights into the molecular pharmacology of melatonin receptors. Melatonin 47-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 81-85 24117008-4 2014 KEY RESULTS: The binding of [(3)H]-melatonin to the hMT1 and hMT2 receptors displayed two sites on the saturation curves. Tritium 28-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-65 24117008-4 2014 KEY RESULTS: The binding of [(3)H]-melatonin to the hMT1 and hMT2 receptors displayed two sites on the saturation curves. Melatonin 35-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-65 24117008-7 2014 CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS: hMT1 and hMT2 receptors spontaneously exist in two states when expressed in cell lines; these states can be probed by [(3)H]-melatonin binding. Melatonin 155-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-43 24251671-12 2014 Blockade of MT2 receptors by luzindole, significantly attenuated melatonin- and L-tryptophan-induced protection and increased the speed of ulcer healing and these effects were accompanied by an increase in the GBF and luminal content of NO suggesting that melatonin exhibits gastroprotection and hyperemia via activation of MT2 receptors and release of NO. luzindole 29-38 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-15 24251671-12 2014 Blockade of MT2 receptors by luzindole, significantly attenuated melatonin- and L-tryptophan-induced protection and increased the speed of ulcer healing and these effects were accompanied by an increase in the GBF and luminal content of NO suggesting that melatonin exhibits gastroprotection and hyperemia via activation of MT2 receptors and release of NO. Melatonin 65-74 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-15 24251671-12 2014 Blockade of MT2 receptors by luzindole, significantly attenuated melatonin- and L-tryptophan-induced protection and increased the speed of ulcer healing and these effects were accompanied by an increase in the GBF and luminal content of NO suggesting that melatonin exhibits gastroprotection and hyperemia via activation of MT2 receptors and release of NO. Tryptophan 80-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-15 24251671-12 2014 Blockade of MT2 receptors by luzindole, significantly attenuated melatonin- and L-tryptophan-induced protection and increased the speed of ulcer healing and these effects were accompanied by an increase in the GBF and luminal content of NO suggesting that melatonin exhibits gastroprotection and hyperemia via activation of MT2 receptors and release of NO. Melatonin 256-265 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-15 24251671-15 2014 Evidence is provided that exogenous melatonin and that converted from its precursor, L-tryptophan, attenuates acute gastric lesions and accelerates ulcer healing via interaction with MT2 receptors due to an enhancement of gastric microcirculation, probably mediated by NO and PG derived from NOS and COX-1 and COX-2 overexpression and activity. Melatonin 36-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 183-186 24251671-15 2014 Evidence is provided that exogenous melatonin and that converted from its precursor, L-tryptophan, attenuates acute gastric lesions and accelerates ulcer healing via interaction with MT2 receptors due to an enhancement of gastric microcirculation, probably mediated by NO and PG derived from NOS and COX-1 and COX-2 overexpression and activity. Tryptophan 85-97 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 183-186 24251671-15 2014 Evidence is provided that exogenous melatonin and that converted from its precursor, L-tryptophan, attenuates acute gastric lesions and accelerates ulcer healing via interaction with MT2 receptors due to an enhancement of gastric microcirculation, probably mediated by NO and PG derived from NOS and COX-1 and COX-2 overexpression and activity. pg 276-278 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 183-186 25555862-2 2014 PATIENTS AND METHODS: The MT2A-838G/C was examined in 287 patients with coronary heart disease (CHD group) and 226 healthy controls (control group) by using mono-labeled fluorescent probes. Mono-S 157-161 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-30 25084796-2 2014 Ramelteon has few adverse effects and higher affinity for MT1 and MT2 receptors than melatonin. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 66-69 24142542-7 2014 CONCLUSIONS: According to our results, it is concluded that for the first time, the expression of MT2 receptor in gastric adenocarcinoma tissues which was in parallel with breast and colon cancer studies and high expression of this receptor in the marginal tissues indicate refractory mechanism which shows the defending role of melatonin in the GI system. Melatonin 329-338 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-101 25711117-1 2014 Ramelteon is a novel hypnotic characterized by its action as a melatonin receptor (MT1/MT2) agonist. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-90 24314750-6 2014 Agomelatine is a novel antidepressant which acts as melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptor agonist and serotonin 5Ht2C receptor antagonist. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 70-73 24314750-11 2014 Since one of the many causes of sleep disruption in epilepsy is circadian rhythm disturbances and sleep promoting and circadian effects of melatonin is attributed to the MT1 and MT2 subtypes of human melatonin receptors, agomelatine may also have a promising effect on epilepsy induced sleep disruptions. Melatonin 139-148 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 178-181 24031039-0 2013 Synthesis and pharmacological evaluation of a series of the agomelatine analogues as melatonin MT1 /MT2 agonist and 5-HT2C antagonist. agomelatine 60-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 100-103 25126521-7 2014 Likewise, a significant increase in the heavy metal responsive gene MT2A was observed following exposure to Cd. Metals 46-51 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-72 25126521-7 2014 Likewise, a significant increase in the heavy metal responsive gene MT2A was observed following exposure to Cd. Cadmium 108-110 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-72 24343836-4 2013 Agomelatine was recently added to the list of available antidepressant drugs; it is a novel antidepressant that works on melatonergic (MT1 and MT2), 5-HT 2B and 5-HT2C receptors. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 143-146 23686423-5 2013 Moreover, histiocytes from THRLBCL strongly expressed metal-binding proteins like MT2A, by which histiocytes of THRLBCL can be distinguished from the other histiocyte subsets investigated. thrlbcl 27-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 82-86 23686423-5 2013 Moreover, histiocytes from THRLBCL strongly expressed metal-binding proteins like MT2A, by which histiocytes of THRLBCL can be distinguished from the other histiocyte subsets investigated. Metals 54-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 82-86 23686423-5 2013 Moreover, histiocytes from THRLBCL strongly expressed metal-binding proteins like MT2A, by which histiocytes of THRLBCL can be distinguished from the other histiocyte subsets investigated. thrlbcl 112-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 82-86 23686423-6 2013 Interestingly, the validation at the protein level showed a strong expression of TXN, CXCL9, MT2A and SOD2 not only in macrophages of THRLBCL but also in the tumor cells of NLPHL and classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL). thrlbcl 134-141 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 93-97 23994556-4 2013 Cotreatment with 3-methylcholanthrene and dexamethasone, agonists of AHR and GR respectively, synergistically increased MT2A mRNA levels in HepG2 cells. Methylcholanthrene 17-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-124 23994556-4 2013 Cotreatment with 3-methylcholanthrene and dexamethasone, agonists of AHR and GR respectively, synergistically increased MT2A mRNA levels in HepG2 cells. Dexamethasone 42-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-124 24031039-6 2013 Two compounds, an acetamide and an acrylamide derivative, exhibited good binding affinities at both the human melatonin (MT) receptors and the serotonin 5-HT2C receptor subtype, with pKi values of 7.96 and 7.95 against MT1, 7.86 and 8.68 against MT2, and 6.64 and 6.44 against 5-HT2C, respectively. acetamide 18-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 246-249 24031039-6 2013 Two compounds, an acetamide and an acrylamide derivative, exhibited good binding affinities at both the human melatonin (MT) receptors and the serotonin 5-HT2C receptor subtype, with pKi values of 7.96 and 7.95 against MT1, 7.86 and 8.68 against MT2, and 6.64 and 6.44 against 5-HT2C, respectively. Acrylamide 35-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 246-249 23745599-5 2013 Melatonin plays a direct role in mononuclear cell activity, increasing zymosan-induced phagocytosis by stimulating MT2 melatonin receptors and increasing the expression of dectin-1. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-118 23745599-5 2013 Melatonin plays a direct role in mononuclear cell activity, increasing zymosan-induced phagocytosis by stimulating MT2 melatonin receptors and increasing the expression of dectin-1. Zymosan 71-78 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-118 23815579-1 2013 Melatonin, an endogenous ligand for melatonin receptor, plays an important role in modulating various physiological activities through acting on different subtypes MT1, MT2 or the binding site MT3. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 169-172 24157868-7 2013 MT2A overexpression induced chemoresistance to cytotoxic drugs through direct chelation of platinum-containing drugs and indirect action on p53 zinc-dependent activity. Platinum 91-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 23925449-0 2013 Mammalian MT1 and MT2 metallothioneins differ in their metal binding abilities. Metals 22-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 23870536-4 2013 It appears that the effect of melatonin on mast cells is two-fold: dependent (MT1 and MT2) and independent membrane receptors. Melatonin 30-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-89 23835914-5 2013 Zn(II) competition experiments with the metal ion chelator 4-(2-pyridylazo)resorcinol (PAR) in the presence of the cellular redox pair glutathione (GSH)/glutathione disulfide (GSSG) show that plant MTs from the subfamilies MT1, MT2, and MT3 are remarkably more affected by oxidative stress than those from the Ec subfamily and the well-characterized human MT2 form. Zinc 0-6 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 228-231 23835914-5 2013 Zn(II) competition experiments with the metal ion chelator 4-(2-pyridylazo)resorcinol (PAR) in the presence of the cellular redox pair glutathione (GSH)/glutathione disulfide (GSSG) show that plant MTs from the subfamilies MT1, MT2, and MT3 are remarkably more affected by oxidative stress than those from the Ec subfamily and the well-characterized human MT2 form. Zinc 0-6 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 356-359 23530731-7 2013 RESULTS: Agomelatine, a melatonergic analogue drug acting as MT1/MT2 agonist and 5-HT2C antagonist, has been reported to be effective as antidepressant drug. agomelatine 9-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 65-68 23397952-0 2013 The inhibition of TNF-alpha-induced leucocyte apoptosis by melatonin involves membrane receptor MT1/MT2 interaction. Melatonin 59-68 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 100-103 23632362-2 2013 Distinct in its mechanism, the drug is a melatonin agonist with a high affinity for the membrane receptors MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 41-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-118 23765220-1 2013 Melatonin exerts its actions through membrane MT1/MT2 melatonin receptors, which belong to the super family of G-protein-coupled receptors consisting of the typical seven transmembrane domains. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-53 23354312-5 2013 Since melatonin-induced p53 phosphorylation requires an intact p38 phosphorylation cascade and p38 can be activated by G proteins, we supposed that melatonin"s activities could be mediated by its G-protein-coupled membrane receptors, MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 6-15 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 242-245 23354312-5 2013 Since melatonin-induced p53 phosphorylation requires an intact p38 phosphorylation cascade and p38 can be activated by G proteins, we supposed that melatonin"s activities could be mediated by its G-protein-coupled membrane receptors, MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 148-157 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 242-245 23354312-6 2013 Here, we show that the activation of the p53-dependent DNA damage response by melatonin is indeed mediated by MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 78-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-121 23397952-11 2013 Blockade of melatonin membrane receptor MT1/MT2 or extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) pathway with luzindole or PD98059, respectively, abolished the inhibitory effects of melatonin on leucocyte apoptosis evoked by TNF-alpha/CHX. luzindole 108-117 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-47 23397952-11 2013 Blockade of melatonin membrane receptor MT1/MT2 or extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) pathway with luzindole or PD98059, respectively, abolished the inhibitory effects of melatonin on leucocyte apoptosis evoked by TNF-alpha/CHX. 2-(2-amino-3-methoxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one 121-128 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-47 23397952-11 2013 Blockade of melatonin membrane receptor MT1/MT2 or extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) pathway with luzindole or PD98059, respectively, abolished the inhibitory effects of melatonin on leucocyte apoptosis evoked by TNF-alpha/CHX. Melatonin 12-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-47 23535335-1 2013 The pineal hormone melatonin exerts its influence in the periphery through activation of two specific trans-membrane receptors: MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 19-28 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 136-139 23466427-3 2013 The aim of this study was to determine whether there is an association between the -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP; rs28366003) in core promoter region and expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) gene and metal concentration in prostate cancer tissues. Metals 181-186 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 201-205 23466427-10 2013 The results of Spearman"s rank correlation showed that the expressions of MT2A and Cu, Pb and Ni concentrations were negatively correlated. Copper 83-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 23466427-10 2013 The results of Spearman"s rank correlation showed that the expressions of MT2A and Cu, Pb and Ni concentrations were negatively correlated. Lead 87-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 23466427-11 2013 On the basis of the results obtained in this study, we suggest that SNP polymorphism may affect the MT2A gene expression in prostate and this is associated with some metal accumulation. Metals 166-171 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 100-104 23584026-1 2013 Melatonin exerts many of its actions through the activation of two G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), named MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-121 23421923-7 2013 Metalation of human MT-2A is shown to be metal ion specific by comparing relative metal ion binding constants for Cd(2+) and Zn(2+). Metals 41-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-25 23421923-7 2013 Metalation of human MT-2A is shown to be metal ion specific by comparing relative metal ion binding constants for Cd(2+) and Zn(2+). Metals 82-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-25 23421923-7 2013 Metalation of human MT-2A is shown to be metal ion specific by comparing relative metal ion binding constants for Cd(2+) and Zn(2+). Cadmium 114-116 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-25 23421923-7 2013 Metalation of human MT-2A is shown to be metal ion specific by comparing relative metal ion binding constants for Cd(2+) and Zn(2+). Zinc 125-127 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 20-25 23131177-0 2013 Characterization of substituted phenylpropylamides as highly selective agonists at the melatonin MT2 receptor. phenylpropylamides 32-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 97-100 24174876-1 2013 BACKGROUND: Agomelatine is a novel antidepressant agonist to MT1 and MT2 subtypes of melatoninergic receptors (MT1 and MT2) and antagonist to 5-HT2C subtype of serotonergic (5-HT2C) receptors, which has shown antidepressant efficacy in short-term and long-term trials as well as in clinical practice. agomelatine 12-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-122 22823500-5 2013 Our findings indicate a novel role for MT1 and MT2 for increasing expression of the calcium-binding proteins calbindin D28K and parvalbumin. Calcium 84-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 47-50 22823500-10 2013 Knockdown of MT1 and MT2 led to an increase in glutamate toxicity, which was only partially reversed by melatonin treatment. Glutamic Acid 47-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-24 22823500-10 2013 Knockdown of MT1 and MT2 led to an increase in glutamate toxicity, which was only partially reversed by melatonin treatment. Melatonin 104-113 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-24 22823500-11 2013 Taken together, our findings suggest that the neuroprotection against glutamate toxicity exhibited by melatonin may depend on MT1 and MT2 but not GPR50. Glutamic Acid 70-79 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 134-137 22823500-11 2013 Taken together, our findings suggest that the neuroprotection against glutamate toxicity exhibited by melatonin may depend on MT1 and MT2 but not GPR50. Melatonin 102-111 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 134-137 24174876-1 2013 BACKGROUND: Agomelatine is a novel antidepressant agonist to MT1 and MT2 subtypes of melatoninergic receptors (MT1 and MT2) and antagonist to 5-HT2C subtype of serotonergic (5-HT2C) receptors, which has shown antidepressant efficacy in short-term and long-term trials as well as in clinical practice. agomelatine 12-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-72 25696959-4 2013 Melatonin has specific MT1 and MT2 receptors localized in all body cells. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 31-34 22946959-6 2013 Melatonin administration has been shown to inhibit insulin release by acting through both MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors present in pancreatic beta-cells. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-101 22946959-8 2013 Melatonin exerts most of its beneficial actions by acting through MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors present in various tissues of the body and some of the metabolic actions of melatonin have been blocked by melatonin antagonist like luzindole. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-77 22946959-8 2013 Melatonin exerts most of its beneficial actions by acting through MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors present in various tissues of the body and some of the metabolic actions of melatonin have been blocked by melatonin antagonist like luzindole. Melatonin 78-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-77 22946959-8 2013 Melatonin exerts most of its beneficial actions by acting through MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors present in various tissues of the body and some of the metabolic actions of melatonin have been blocked by melatonin antagonist like luzindole. luzindole 231-240 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-77 23262445-1 2012 Novel conformationally restricted analogues of agomelatine were synthesized and pharmacologically evaluated at MT1 and MT2 melatoninergic receptors. agomelatine 47-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-122 22995156-3 2012 Here we analyzed whether polymorphisms in MT genes MT1A and MT2A influence Cd-related kidney damage. Cadmium 75-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-64 23479460-6 2012 Recently it has been shown that melatonin exerts its antinociceptive effects through MT1 and MT2 melatonergic receptors located in the dorsal region of the spinal cord as well as in various parts of the brain concerned with pain modulation. Melatonin 32-41 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 93-96 22916801-7 2012 The melatonin message is translated through the interaction between the melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) and its coupling to G proteins, which are potential therapeutic targets in disorders ranging from insomnia, circadian sleep disorders, depression and cardiovascular diseases. Melatonin 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 101-104 22927210-2 2012 N-(Anilinoalkyl)amides are a versatile class of melatonin receptor ligands that include nonselective MT1/MT2 agonists and MT2-selective antagonists. n-(anilinoalkyl)amides 0-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-108 22927210-2 2012 N-(Anilinoalkyl)amides are a versatile class of melatonin receptor ligands that include nonselective MT1/MT2 agonists and MT2-selective antagonists. n-(anilinoalkyl)amides 0-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-125 22981465-5 2012 MT-1A and MT-2A expressions, particularly MT-1A, were found to be significantly increased with elevated levels of blood and urinary Cd levels. Cadmium 132-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 10-15 22981465-6 2012 In subjects with high urinary Cd levels, negative correlations between MT-1A and microalbumin, and between MT-2A and beta(2)-MG, were observed. Cadmium 30-32 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-112 21809392-1 2012 Melatonin inhibits growth and invasive capacity of colon cancer cells in vitro through its membrane (MT1 and MT2) and/or nuclear receptors (RORalpha). Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 109-112 22391096-2 2012 We investigated whether genetic variation in metallothionein (MT)1A and MT2A associated with Cd induced bone loss in this study. Cadmium 93-95 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-76 22690618-1 2012 Ramelteon is a new class of sleep agent that selectively binds to the melatonin type 1 (MT1) and type 2 (MT2) receptors in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), instead of binding to GABA-A receptors such as with traditional hypnotics benzodiazepines. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-108 22483286-5 2012 Recently ramelteon, a selective MT1, MT2 receptor agonist with greater efficacy of action in treating insomnia has been used clinically and has been found effective in improving sleep quality, sleep efficacy and also in reducing the sleep onset time when compared to melatonin or slow melatonin preparations. ramelteon 9-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 37-40 22245784-1 2012 Many of melatonin"s actions are mediated through interaction with the G-protein coupled membrane bound melatonin receptors type 1 and type 2 (MT1 and MT2, respectively) or, indirectly with nuclear orphan receptors from the RORalpha/RZR family. Melatonin 8-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-153 21328412-3 2012 This prospective study investigated the effects of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism on the accumulation of Cd in human placenta and micronutrient transfer to the fetus in 95 pregnant women and their newborns. Cadmium 138-140 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-69 21328412-3 2012 This prospective study investigated the effects of metallothionein 2A (MT2A) -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism on the accumulation of Cd in human placenta and micronutrient transfer to the fetus in 95 pregnant women and their newborns. Cadmium 138-140 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-75 22222973-4 2012 Further, the effects of thermal treatment and the presence of denaturing agent such as urea on MT-1 and MT-2 isoforms were studied by CE-UV. Urea 87-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-108 22178664-2 2012 This paper presents the full 384-388-atom structures of the two native Zn(II)- and the Cd(II)-containing domains of human MT2, optimized with density functional theory. Zinc 71-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-125 22178664-2 2012 This paper presents the full 384-388-atom structures of the two native Zn(II)- and the Cd(II)-containing domains of human MT2, optimized with density functional theory. cd(ii) 87-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-125 23650464-4 2012 Melatonin acts mainly on MT1 and MT2 receptors, which are present in the SNC, regulating physiological and neuroendocrine functions, including circadian entrainment, referred to as the chronobiotic effet. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-36 22335516-7 2012 Agomelatine, a naphthalene bioisostere of melatonin, which combines a potent MT1 and MT2 agonism with 5-HT(2C) receptor antagonism, has been found to be effective in the treatment of depressive and anxiety symptoms associated with major depression, with rapid and beneficial effects on the regulation of sleep continuity and quality. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 85-88 22335516-7 2012 Agomelatine, a naphthalene bioisostere of melatonin, which combines a potent MT1 and MT2 agonism with 5-HT(2C) receptor antagonism, has been found to be effective in the treatment of depressive and anxiety symptoms associated with major depression, with rapid and beneficial effects on the regulation of sleep continuity and quality. Melatonin 42-51 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 85-88 22335516-8 2012 If substantiated by further evidence, the observation that melatonergic system dysfunctions contribute to the development of depression, as well as that the antidepressant action of agomelatine is linked to its binding properties to MT1/MT2 receptors, might open new avenues for the discovery of antidepressive agents. agomelatine 182-193 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 237-240 23226532-6 2012 Our results show that both melatonin membrane receptors, MT1 and MT2, are expressed in cultured primary Muller cells and are upregulated by elevated glucose levels. Glucose 149-156 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 65-68 22102540-4 2011 RESULTS: Agomelatine, an agonist of melatonergic MT1 and MT2 receptors and antagonist of 5-HT2 receptors, is associated with similar rates of sexual dysfunction compared with placebo and lower rates compared with other antidepressants. agomelatine 9-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-60 22047556-0 2011 Toward the definition of stereochemical requirements for MT2-selective antagonists and partial agonists by studying 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin derivatives. 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin 116-147 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-60 22047556-1 2011 New derivatives of 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin (4-P-PDOT) were prepared and tested on cloned MT1 and MT2 receptors, with the purpose of merging previously reported pharmacophores for nonselective agonists and for MT2-selective antagonists. 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin 19-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-108 22047556-1 2011 New derivatives of 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin (4-P-PDOT) were prepared and tested on cloned MT1 and MT2 receptors, with the purpose of merging previously reported pharmacophores for nonselective agonists and for MT2-selective antagonists. 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin 19-50 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 217-220 22047556-1 2011 New derivatives of 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetralin (4-P-PDOT) were prepared and tested on cloned MT1 and MT2 receptors, with the purpose of merging previously reported pharmacophores for nonselective agonists and for MT2-selective antagonists. 4-p 52-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-108 21999473-2 2011 The new antidepressant agomelatine is an agonist of melatonergic MT1/MT2 receptors as well as an antagonist of serotonergic 5-HT2C receptors. agomelatine 23-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-72 23983944-1 2011 Agomelatine (Valdoxan), a synthetic melatonergic receptor agonist at the MT1 and MT2 receptors, was first used in the management of sleep disorder. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 81-84 23983944-1 2011 Agomelatine (Valdoxan), a synthetic melatonergic receptor agonist at the MT1 and MT2 receptors, was first used in the management of sleep disorder. agomelatine 13-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 81-84 21991581-1 2011 Ferritin (Ft) interaction with the Zn-complexes of mammalian MT1, MT2 and MT3 metallothioneins (MT) leads to simultaneous Fe(II) and Zn(II) release. Zinc 35-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 66-69 21991581-1 2011 Ferritin (Ft) interaction with the Zn-complexes of mammalian MT1, MT2 and MT3 metallothioneins (MT) leads to simultaneous Fe(II) and Zn(II) release. ammonium ferrous sulfate 122-128 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 66-69 21991581-1 2011 Ferritin (Ft) interaction with the Zn-complexes of mammalian MT1, MT2 and MT3 metallothioneins (MT) leads to simultaneous Fe(II) and Zn(II) release. Zinc 133-139 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 66-69 21785817-11 2011 Treatment with 2.0 microM of Azacitidine (AZA), a demethylating agent, for 72 h restored p16INK4a transcript expression and induced growth inhibition in MT2 cells. Azacitidine 29-40 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 153-156 21785817-11 2011 Treatment with 2.0 microM of Azacitidine (AZA), a demethylating agent, for 72 h restored p16INK4a transcript expression and induced growth inhibition in MT2 cells. Azacitidine 42-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 153-156 21459362-5 2011 The mechanisms of action of melatonin include the involvement of membrane receptors (MT1, MT2), cytosolic binding sites (MT3 and calmodulin), and nuclear receptors of the RZR/ROR family. Melatonin 28-37 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 90-93 21585522-0 2011 Melatonin inhibits insulin secretion in rat insulinoma beta-cells (INS-1) heterologously expressing the human melatonin receptor isoform MT2. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-140 21916789-1 2011 INTRODUCTION: This article discusses agomelatine (Valdoxan( )/Thymanax( ); Servier/Novartis), which is a melatonin (MT1/MT2) agonist and serotonin (5-HT2c) receptor antagonist. agomelatine 37-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-123 21916789-1 2011 INTRODUCTION: This article discusses agomelatine (Valdoxan( )/Thymanax( ); Servier/Novartis), which is a melatonin (MT1/MT2) agonist and serotonin (5-HT2c) receptor antagonist. agomelatine 50-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-123 21585522-7 2011 On the basis of a specific radioimmunoassay, insulin secretion was found to be more strongly reduced in the clones expressing hMT2 than in INS-1 controls, when incubated with 1 or 100 nm melatonin. Melatonin 187-196 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 126-130 21678079-4 2011 Particular attention is paid to the Tg2576 Alzheimer disease mouse model and the preliminary results obtained in mice into which human Zn(7)MT-2A was injected, which suggest a reversal of the behavioral deficits while enhancing amyloid plaque load and gliosis. Zinc 135-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-145 21585522-8 2011 Similarly, cAMP and cGMP levels, measured by specific enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), were reduced to a greater extent in hMT2 clones after melatonin treatment. Cyclic AMP 11-15 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 21585522-8 2011 Similarly, cAMP and cGMP levels, measured by specific enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), were reduced to a greater extent in hMT2 clones after melatonin treatment. Cyclic GMP 20-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 21585522-8 2011 Similarly, cAMP and cGMP levels, measured by specific enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), were reduced to a greater extent in hMT2 clones after melatonin treatment. Melatonin 153-162 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-139 21585522-9 2011 In hMT2-expressing cells, the inhibitory effect of melatonin on insulin secretion was blocked by pretreatment with pertussis toxin, demonstrating the coupling of the hMT2 to G(i) -proteins. Melatonin 51-60 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 3-7 21585522-9 2011 In hMT2-expressing cells, the inhibitory effect of melatonin on insulin secretion was blocked by pretreatment with pertussis toxin, demonstrating the coupling of the hMT2 to G(i) -proteins. Melatonin 51-60 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 166-170 21585522-10 2011 These results indicate that functional hMT2 expression leads to the inhibition of cyclic nucleotide signaling and a reduction in insulin release. Nucleotides, Cyclic 82-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 39-43 21767559-0 2011 The potential effect of metallothionein 2A -5A/G single nucleotide polymorphism on blood cadmium, lead, zinc and copper levels. Cadmium 89-96 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-42 21767559-0 2011 The potential effect of metallothionein 2A -5A/G single nucleotide polymorphism on blood cadmium, lead, zinc and copper levels. Copper 113-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-42 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Cadmium 164-166 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-87 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Cadmium 164-166 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Lead 168-170 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-87 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Lead 168-170 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Zinc 172-174 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-87 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Zinc 172-174 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Copper 179-181 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-87 21767559-3 2011 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the metallothionein 2A (MT2A) core promoter region -5 A/G single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Pb, Zn and Cu levels in the blood samples. Copper 179-181 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 21767559-6 2011 As a result; highly statistically significant associations were detected between the -5 A/G core promoter region SNP in the MT2A gene and Cd, Pb and Zn levels (p=0.004, p=0.012 and p=0.002, respectively), but no association was found with Cu level (p=0.595). Cadmium 138-140 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-128 21767559-6 2011 As a result; highly statistically significant associations were detected between the -5 A/G core promoter region SNP in the MT2A gene and Cd, Pb and Zn levels (p=0.004, p=0.012 and p=0.002, respectively), but no association was found with Cu level (p=0.595). Lead 142-144 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-128 21767559-6 2011 As a result; highly statistically significant associations were detected between the -5 A/G core promoter region SNP in the MT2A gene and Cd, Pb and Zn levels (p=0.004, p=0.012 and p=0.002, respectively), but no association was found with Cu level (p=0.595). Zinc 149-151 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-128 21767559-6 2011 As a result; highly statistically significant associations were detected between the -5 A/G core promoter region SNP in the MT2A gene and Cd, Pb and Zn levels (p=0.004, p=0.012 and p=0.002, respectively), but no association was found with Cu level (p=0.595). Copper 239-241 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-128 22025877-4 2011 Melatonin exerts its physiological effects through specific membrane receptors, named melatonin-1 receptor (MT1), MT2 and MT3. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 114-117 21148743-0 2011 Reduction of CXC chemokine receptor 3 in an in vitro model of continuous exposure to asbestos in a human T-cell line, MT-2. Asbestos 85-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-122 21148743-4 2011 The results of DNA microarray analysis showed that the expression of 139 genes was altered by long-term and low-level exposure to asbestos, and the profile was almost similar among the six sublines when compared with the original MT-2 cells that had never been exposed to asbestos. Asbestos 130-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 230-234 20737243-10 2011 Changes of iron content were significant by treatment and time (two-way ANOVA); mRNA relative abundance of MT2A changed significantly and paralleled those of copper concentration, but TfR transcripts did not change. Copper 158-164 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-111 21507333-0 2011 Evaluation of the effects of Quercetin and Kaempherol on the surface of MT-2 cells visualized by atomic force microscopy. Quercetin 29-38 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-76 21507333-0 2011 Evaluation of the effects of Quercetin and Kaempherol on the surface of MT-2 cells visualized by atomic force microscopy. kaempferol 43-53 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-76 21507333-1 2011 This study investigated the anti-viral effects of the polyphenolic compounds Quercetin and Kaempherol on the release of HTLV-1 from the surface of MT-2 cells. polyphenolic compounds 54-76 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 147-151 21507333-1 2011 This study investigated the anti-viral effects of the polyphenolic compounds Quercetin and Kaempherol on the release of HTLV-1 from the surface of MT-2 cells. Quercetin 77-86 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 147-151 21507333-1 2011 This study investigated the anti-viral effects of the polyphenolic compounds Quercetin and Kaempherol on the release of HTLV-1 from the surface of MT-2 cells. kaempferol 91-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 147-151 21507333-3 2011 MT-2 cells were fixed with 100% methanol on round glass lamina or cleaved mica and dried under UV light and laminar flow. Methanol 32-40 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 21507333-6 2011 Interestingly, cell-free viruses and budding structures visualized on the surface of cells were less common when MT-2 was incubated with Quercetin, and no particles were seen on the surface of cells incubated with Kaempherol. Quercetin 137-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 113-117 21453740-8 2011 Ramelteon, a synthetic analog of melatonin which has a longer half life and a stronger affinity for MT1 and MT2 melatonergic receptors, has been reportedly effective for initiating and improving sleep in both adult and elderly insomniacs without showing hangover, dependence, or cognitive impairment. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 20945374-7 2011 We analyzed the 2 h-acute toxicity of CuCl(2) in terms of actin depolymerization and metallothionein 2A (MT2A) and heat shock protein 70 (HSPA1A) genes induction. cupric chloride 38-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 85-103 20945374-7 2011 We analyzed the 2 h-acute toxicity of CuCl(2) in terms of actin depolymerization and metallothionein 2A (MT2A) and heat shock protein 70 (HSPA1A) genes induction. cupric chloride 38-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-109 21453740-8 2011 Ramelteon, a synthetic analog of melatonin which has a longer half life and a stronger affinity for MT1 and MT2 melatonergic receptors, has been reportedly effective for initiating and improving sleep in both adult and elderly insomniacs without showing hangover, dependence, or cognitive impairment. Melatonin 33-42 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 21453740-10 2011 The novel antidepressant agomelatine, a dual action agent with affinity for melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors and 5-HT2c antagonistic properties, constitutes a new approach to the treatment of major depressive disorders. agomelatine 25-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 21453740-12 2011 Taken together, the evidence indicates that MT1/MT2 receptor agonists like ramelteon or agomelatine may be valuable pharmacological tools for insomnia and for depression-associated insomnia. ramelteon 75-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 21453740-12 2011 Taken together, the evidence indicates that MT1/MT2 receptor agonists like ramelteon or agomelatine may be valuable pharmacological tools for insomnia and for depression-associated insomnia. agomelatine 88-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 20707632-3 2010 In our mechanism of act, the G(i) protein-coupled metabotropic melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2 are the primary mediators of the physiological actions of melatonin. Melatonin 63-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 91-94 23861638-1 2011 Ramelteon is a tricyclic synthetic analog of melatonin that acts specifically on MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-92 20965250-0 2011 Nanostructured porous silicon microparticles enable sustained peptide (Melanotan II) delivery. Silicon 22-29 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-83 20965250-2 2011 The study aim was to determine whether nanostructured porous silicon could sustain the release and prolong the duration of action of a model peptide Melanotan II (MTII). Silicon 61-68 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 149-161 20965250-2 2011 The study aim was to determine whether nanostructured porous silicon could sustain the release and prolong the duration of action of a model peptide Melanotan II (MTII). Silicon 61-68 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 163-167 20965250-3 2011 Thermally hydrocarbonized nanoporous silicon (THCPSi) microparticles (38-53 mum) were loaded with MTII. Silicon 37-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-102 20965250-3 2011 Thermally hydrocarbonized nanoporous silicon (THCPSi) microparticles (38-53 mum) were loaded with MTII. thcpsi 46-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-102 20965250-8 2011 In vivo, MTII loaded THCPSi induced an increase in the heart rate 2 h later than MTII solution, and the effect lasted 1 h longer. thcpsi 21-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-13 20965250-9 2011 In addition, MTII loaded THCPSi changed the water consumption after 150 min, when the immediate effect of MTII solution was already diminished. thcpsi 25-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-17 20965250-9 2011 In addition, MTII loaded THCPSi changed the water consumption after 150 min, when the immediate effect of MTII solution was already diminished. thcpsi 25-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-110 20965250-9 2011 In addition, MTII loaded THCPSi changed the water consumption after 150 min, when the immediate effect of MTII solution was already diminished. Water 44-49 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-17 21159615-2 2010 This study found that AZ960, a novel inhibitor of Jak2 kinase, effectively induced growth arrest and apoptosis of human T-cell lymphotropic virus type 1, HTLV-1-infected T cells (MT-1 and MT-2) in parallel with downregulation of the phosphorylated forms of Jak2 and Bcl-2 family proteins including Bcl-2 and Mcl-1. 5-fluoro-2-(1-(4-fluorophenyl)ethylamino)-6-(5-methyl-1H-pyrazol-3-ylamino)nicotinonitrile 22-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 188-192 21159615-3 2010 Interestingly, AZ960 increased levels of Bcl-xL in MT-1 and MT-2 cells in association with accumulation of cAMP response element-binding protein bound to the Bcl-xL promoter as measured by chromatin immunoprecipitation assay. 5-fluoro-2-(1-(4-fluorophenyl)ethylamino)-6-(5-methyl-1H-pyrazol-3-ylamino)nicotinonitrile 15-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-64 27877389-1 2011 Magnesium dititanate (MgTi2O5, MT2) has been synthesized since the early 1930s. Magnesium titanium trioxide 0-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 31-34 21377769-4 2011 We identified new series of compounds with affinity for the MT3 binding site in the nanomolar range, and singled out a selective ligand, (N-[2-(7-methylsulfamoyl-naphth-1-yl)ethyl]acetamide (17), with a Ki of 4.9 nM and selectivity of 1024 and 2040 versus MT1 and MT2 receptors respectively. N-{2-[7-(Methylsulfamoyl)naphthalen-1-Yl]ethyl}acetamide 138-189 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 264-267 21392858-0 2011 Preparation and pharmacological evaluation of a novel series of 2-(phenylthio)benzo[b]thiophenes as selective MT2 receptor ligands. 2-(phenylthio)benzo[b]thiophenes 64-96 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-113 21392858-5 2011 The most selective compound, N-(2-(5-fluoro-2-(4-fluorophenylthio)benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)ethyl)but-3-enamide (14), an MT2 ligand with affinity for the MT2 receptor similar to that of melatonin and a 220-fold preference over MT1 receptors, acts as a partial agonist. CHEMBL1779810 29-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 117-120 21392858-5 2011 The most selective compound, N-(2-(5-fluoro-2-(4-fluorophenylthio)benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)ethyl)but-3-enamide (14), an MT2 ligand with affinity for the MT2 receptor similar to that of melatonin and a 220-fold preference over MT1 receptors, acts as a partial agonist. CHEMBL1779810 29-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-153 21392858-5 2011 The most selective compound, N-(2-(5-fluoro-2-(4-fluorophenylthio)benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)ethyl)but-3-enamide (14), an MT2 ligand with affinity for the MT2 receptor similar to that of melatonin and a 220-fold preference over MT1 receptors, acts as a partial agonist. Melatonin 182-191 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 117-120 21392858-6 2011 In addition, N-(2-(5-fluoro-2-(4-fluorophenylthio)benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)ethyl)propionamide (9), a nanomolar MT2 ligand with a good selectivity ratio (MT1/MT2=51) shows antagonist activity on both melatonin receptors. CHEMBL1779805 13-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 108-111 21392858-6 2011 In addition, N-(2-(5-fluoro-2-(4-fluorophenylthio)benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)ethyl)propionamide (9), a nanomolar MT2 ligand with a good selectivity ratio (MT1/MT2=51) shows antagonist activity on both melatonin receptors. CHEMBL1779805 13-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 154-157 23861638-1 2011 Ramelteon is a tricyclic synthetic analog of melatonin that acts specifically on MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors. Melatonin 45-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-92 20959363-0 2011 MT2 receptors mediate the inhibitory effects of melatonin on nitric oxide-induced relaxation of porcine isolated coronary arteries. Melatonin 48-57 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 20959363-0 2011 MT2 receptors mediate the inhibitory effects of melatonin on nitric oxide-induced relaxation of porcine isolated coronary arteries. Nitric Oxide 61-73 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-3 20730438-6 2010 DISCUSSION: The gene expression arrays and quantitative RT-PCR suggested that tea polyphenol inhibited the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A), transcription factor (MAFA), hairy and enhancer of split 1 (HES1), and jagged1 (JAG1) nearly twofold over controls. Polyphenols 82-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 126-144 20730438-6 2010 DISCUSSION: The gene expression arrays and quantitative RT-PCR suggested that tea polyphenol inhibited the gene expression of metallothionein 2A (MT2A), transcription factor (MAFA), hairy and enhancer of split 1 (HES1), and jagged1 (JAG1) nearly twofold over controls. Polyphenols 82-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 146-150 20730438-9 2010 Tea polyphenol inhibited the gene expression of HES1, JAG1, MT2A, and MAFA but upregulated the gene expression of BAX and downregulated that of (P)38. Polyphenols 4-14 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-64 20561054-3 2010 Although metallothionein-3 shares these metal clusters with the well-characterized metallothionein-1 and metallothionein-2, it shows distinct biological, structural and chemical properties. Metals 9-14 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-122 20544829-0 2010 Melatonin"s protective action against ischemic neuronal damage is associated with up-regulation of the MT2 melatonin receptor. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 103-106 20544829-2 2010 In the present study, we examined the relationship between the neuroprotective effects of melatonin and the activation of MT2 melatonin receptor in the hippocampal CA1 region (CA1) after transient cerebral ischemia. Melatonin 90-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-125 20544829-5 2010 In the melatonin-sham group, MT2 immunoreaction and protein levels were increased compared with the sham group, and MT2 immunoreactivity and its protein levels in the melatonin-ischemia group were similar to those in the melatonin-sham group. Melatonin 7-16 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-32 20544829-5 2010 In the melatonin-sham group, MT2 immunoreaction and protein levels were increased compared with the sham group, and MT2 immunoreactivity and its protein levels in the melatonin-ischemia group were similar to those in the melatonin-sham group. Melatonin 167-176 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-119 20544829-5 2010 In the melatonin-sham group, MT2 immunoreaction and protein levels were increased compared with the sham group, and MT2 immunoreactivity and its protein levels in the melatonin-ischemia group were similar to those in the melatonin-sham group. Melatonin 167-176 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-119 20544829-8 2010 The activation of MT2 melatonin receptor in the CA1 after melatonin treatment may be involved in the neuroprotective effect associated with melatonin after ischemic injury. Melatonin 22-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 20544829-8 2010 The activation of MT2 melatonin receptor in the CA1 after melatonin treatment may be involved in the neuroprotective effect associated with melatonin after ischemic injury. Melatonin 58-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 20836978-0 2010 [Tea polyphenol inhibits colorectal cancer with microsatellite instability by regulating the expressions of HES1, JAG1, MT2A and MAFA]. Polyphenols 5-15 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 120-124 20836978-6 2010 The gene expression arrays and quantitative real-time PCR suggested that tea polyphenol inhibited the gene expressions of MT2A, MAFA, HES1 and JAG1 nearly two-fold over controls. Polyphenols 77-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 122-126 20836978-9 2010 Tea polyphenol inhibited the gene expressions of HES1, JAG1, MT2A and MAFA, up-regulated the gene expression of BAX and down-regulated that of P38. Polyphenols 4-14 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-65 20711450-3 2010 METHODOLOGY/PRINCIPAL FINDINGS: We now report that the major human-expressed metallothionein (MT) subtype, MT-2A, is capable of preventing the in vitro copper-mediated aggregation of Abeta1-40 and Abeta1-42. Copper 152-158 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-112 20646067-1 2010 Transthyretin (TTR), an amyloid-beta (Abeta) scavenger protein, and metallothioneins 2 and 3 (MT2 and MT3), low molecular weight metal-binding proteins, have recognized impacts in Abeta metabolism. Metals 68-73 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 20483362-0 2010 Letter to the editor: association between cadmium concentrations and -5 A/G MT2A polymorphism (how significant is it? Cadmium 42-49 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-80 20483363-0 2010 Response to letter to the editor: association between cadmium concentrations and -5 A/G MT2A polymorphism (how significant is it? Cadmium 54-61 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 88-92 19818760-8 2010 The enhanced expression of metallothionein-I and metallothionein-II mRNA in rotenone-treated control cells was significantly decreased in rotenone-treated PHGPx-ov cells, suggesting that the hydrogen peroxide that is formed by superoxide anions generated in mitochondria diffuse into the cytosol and induce metallothionein mRNA expression. Rotenone 76-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-67 20496895-0 2010 Multiple N-methylation of MT-II backbone amide bonds leads to melanocortin receptor subtype hMC1R selectivity: pharmacological and conformational studies. Nitrogen 9-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-31 20496895-0 2010 Multiple N-methylation of MT-II backbone amide bonds leads to melanocortin receptor subtype hMC1R selectivity: pharmacological and conformational studies. Amides 41-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-31 20082663-8 2010 Melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) were upregulated following treatment with melatonin. Melatonin 76-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 29-32 19900532-6 2010 MT-I and MT-II were up-regulated in response to both Zn and Cd exposure and, as expected, Cd represented the most potent inducer. Zinc 53-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-14 19900532-6 2010 MT-I and MT-II were up-regulated in response to both Zn and Cd exposure and, as expected, Cd represented the most potent inducer. Cadmium 60-62 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-14 19900532-6 2010 MT-I and MT-II were up-regulated in response to both Zn and Cd exposure and, as expected, Cd represented the most potent inducer. Cadmium 90-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 9-14 19900532-7 2010 Namely, 0.1microM Cd was able to up-regulate MT-I, and -II in a way comparable to 170microM Zn. Cadmium 18-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 45-58 20080417-10 2010 Further, melatonin receptor subtypes-MT1 and MT2 was noted on pars tuberalis, SCN and on lymphatic tissues suggesting a direct action of melatonin in modulation of immunity by photoperiod as well. Melatonin 9-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 45-48 20550024-2 2010 Ramelteon is a melatonin MT-1/MT-2 agonist approved for the treatment of insomnia. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-34 20550024-2 2010 Ramelteon is a melatonin MT-1/MT-2 agonist approved for the treatment of insomnia. Melatonin 15-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 25-34 20303360-3 2010 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the -5 A/G metallothionein 2A (MT2A) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in the renal cortex from autopsy cases. Cadmium 143-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-94 20303360-3 2010 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the -5 A/G metallothionein 2A (MT2A) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in the renal cortex from autopsy cases. Cadmium 143-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-100 20303360-3 2010 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the -5 A/G metallothionein 2A (MT2A) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in the renal cortex from autopsy cases. Zinc 147-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-94 20303360-3 2010 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the -5 A/G metallothionein 2A (MT2A) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in the renal cortex from autopsy cases. Zinc 147-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-100 20303360-3 2010 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the -5 A/G metallothionein 2A (MT2A) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in the renal cortex from autopsy cases. Copper 154-156 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-94 20303360-3 2010 The aim of this study was to investigate the association between the -5 A/G metallothionein 2A (MT2A) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and Cd, Zn and Cu levels in the renal cortex from autopsy cases. Copper 154-156 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 96-100 20303360-7 2010 These results show that the core promoter region polymorphism of metallothionein 2A increases the accumulation of Cd in human renal cortex. Cadmium 114-116 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 65-83 19818760-8 2010 The enhanced expression of metallothionein-I and metallothionein-II mRNA in rotenone-treated control cells was significantly decreased in rotenone-treated PHGPx-ov cells, suggesting that the hydrogen peroxide that is formed by superoxide anions generated in mitochondria diffuse into the cytosol and induce metallothionein mRNA expression. Rotenone 138-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-67 19818760-8 2010 The enhanced expression of metallothionein-I and metallothionein-II mRNA in rotenone-treated control cells was significantly decreased in rotenone-treated PHGPx-ov cells, suggesting that the hydrogen peroxide that is formed by superoxide anions generated in mitochondria diffuse into the cytosol and induce metallothionein mRNA expression. Hydrogen Peroxide 191-208 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-67 19818760-8 2010 The enhanced expression of metallothionein-I and metallothionein-II mRNA in rotenone-treated control cells was significantly decreased in rotenone-treated PHGPx-ov cells, suggesting that the hydrogen peroxide that is formed by superoxide anions generated in mitochondria diffuse into the cytosol and induce metallothionein mRNA expression. Superoxides 227-244 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-67 19345008-5 2009 It was observed that the four lignite samples were considerably effective in removing Pb, Cd, Zn, and Cu ions from aqueous solutions, with the sample MT2 being the most effective. Lead 86-88 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-153 19880730-5 2009 Because luzindole and 4P-PDOT inhibited MT-induced luminescence, the action of this hormone is likely to be mediated through binding to the MT2 receptor subtype, which probably decreases the intracellular concentration of cyclic AMP (cAMP) because forskolin (a cAMP donor) strongly inhibits the light response to MT. luzindole 8-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-143 19880730-5 2009 Because luzindole and 4P-PDOT inhibited MT-induced luminescence, the action of this hormone is likely to be mediated through binding to the MT2 receptor subtype, which probably decreases the intracellular concentration of cyclic AMP (cAMP) because forskolin (a cAMP donor) strongly inhibits the light response to MT. Cyclic AMP 222-232 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-143 19880730-5 2009 Because luzindole and 4P-PDOT inhibited MT-induced luminescence, the action of this hormone is likely to be mediated through binding to the MT2 receptor subtype, which probably decreases the intracellular concentration of cyclic AMP (cAMP) because forskolin (a cAMP donor) strongly inhibits the light response to MT. Cyclic AMP 234-238 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-143 19880730-5 2009 Because luzindole and 4P-PDOT inhibited MT-induced luminescence, the action of this hormone is likely to be mediated through binding to the MT2 receptor subtype, which probably decreases the intracellular concentration of cyclic AMP (cAMP) because forskolin (a cAMP donor) strongly inhibits the light response to MT. Colforsin 248-257 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-143 19880730-5 2009 Because luzindole and 4P-PDOT inhibited MT-induced luminescence, the action of this hormone is likely to be mediated through binding to the MT2 receptor subtype, which probably decreases the intracellular concentration of cyclic AMP (cAMP) because forskolin (a cAMP donor) strongly inhibits the light response to MT. Cyclic AMP 261-265 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-143 19758108-1 2009 Agomelatine (beta-methyl-6-chloromelatonin), which is structurally homologous to melatonin, is a potent agonist of melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors as well as an antagonist of serotonin 5-HT(2C) receptors. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 133-136 19758108-1 2009 Agomelatine (beta-methyl-6-chloromelatonin), which is structurally homologous to melatonin, is a potent agonist of melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors as well as an antagonist of serotonin 5-HT(2C) receptors. beta-methyl-6-chloromelatonin 13-42 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 133-136 19711962-1 2009 A density functional theory study for the bis- and monothiophene complexes of Fe, Co, and Ni (MT2 and MT, T = thiophene, M = Fe, Co, Ni) was performed to understand their coordination geometries, bonding properties, vibration spectra and singlet excited state spectra. Iron 78-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 19711962-1 2009 A density functional theory study for the bis- and monothiophene complexes of Fe, Co, and Ni (MT2 and MT, T = thiophene, M = Fe, Co, Ni) was performed to understand their coordination geometries, bonding properties, vibration spectra and singlet excited state spectra. Cobalt 82-84 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 19711962-1 2009 A density functional theory study for the bis- and monothiophene complexes of Fe, Co, and Ni (MT2 and MT, T = thiophene, M = Fe, Co, Ni) was performed to understand their coordination geometries, bonding properties, vibration spectra and singlet excited state spectra. Thiophenes 55-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 19345008-5 2009 It was observed that the four lignite samples were considerably effective in removing Pb, Cd, Zn, and Cu ions from aqueous solutions, with the sample MT2 being the most effective. Cadmium 90-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-153 19345008-5 2009 It was observed that the four lignite samples were considerably effective in removing Pb, Cd, Zn, and Cu ions from aqueous solutions, with the sample MT2 being the most effective. Zinc 94-96 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-153 19345008-5 2009 It was observed that the four lignite samples were considerably effective in removing Pb, Cd, Zn, and Cu ions from aqueous solutions, with the sample MT2 being the most effective. Copper 102-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 150-153 19768947-2 2009 Ramelteon (Rozerem) is an orally active, highly selective melatonin MT1/MT2 receptor agonist. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 19556449-0 2009 Molecular cloning and pharmacological characterization of monkey MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors showing high affinity for the agonist ramelteon. ramelteon 135-144 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 73-76 19556449-6 2009 Saturation binding experiments with 2-[(125)I]iodomelatonin revealed that the dissociation constants (K(d)) for the monkey MT(1) and MT(2) melatonin receptors were 19.9 and 70.4 pM, respectively. )i]iodomelatonin 43-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 133-138 21305148-0 2009 Reactivity of an antimetastatic organometallic ruthenium compound with metallothionein-2: relevance to the mechanism of action. Ruthenium 47-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-88 21305148-1 2009 The reaction of metallothionein-2 (MT-2) with the organometallic antitumour compound [Ru(eta(6)-p-cymene)Cl(2)(pta)], RAPTA-C, was investigated using ESI MS and ICP AES. [ru(eta(6)-p-cymene)cl 85-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 16-33 21305148-1 2009 The reaction of metallothionein-2 (MT-2) with the organometallic antitumour compound [Ru(eta(6)-p-cymene)Cl(2)(pta)], RAPTA-C, was investigated using ESI MS and ICP AES. [ru(eta(6)-p-cymene)cl 85-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-39 21305148-4 2009 These data, combined with ICP AES analysis, show that binding of both RAPTA-C and cisplatin to MT-2 requires the displacement of an equivalent amount of zinc, suggesting that Cys residues are the target binding sites for the two metallodrugs. Cisplatin 82-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 95-99 21305148-4 2009 These data, combined with ICP AES analysis, show that binding of both RAPTA-C and cisplatin to MT-2 requires the displacement of an equivalent amount of zinc, suggesting that Cys residues are the target binding sites for the two metallodrugs. Cysteine 175-178 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 95-99 21305148-5 2009 The competitive binding of RAPTA-C and cisplatin towards a mixture of ubiquitin (Ub) and MT-2 was also studied, showing that MT-2 can abstract RAPTA-C from Ub more efficiently than it can abstract cisplatin. dichloro(4-cymene)(1,3,5-triaza-7-phosphatricyclo(3.3.1.1)decane)ruthenium(II) 27-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 21305148-5 2009 The competitive binding of RAPTA-C and cisplatin towards a mixture of ubiquitin (Ub) and MT-2 was also studied, showing that MT-2 can abstract RAPTA-C from Ub more efficiently than it can abstract cisplatin. dichloro(4-cymene)(1,3,5-triaza-7-phosphatricyclo(3.3.1.1)decane)ruthenium(II) 27-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-129 21305148-5 2009 The competitive binding of RAPTA-C and cisplatin towards a mixture of ubiquitin (Ub) and MT-2 was also studied, showing that MT-2 can abstract RAPTA-C from Ub more efficiently than it can abstract cisplatin. Cisplatin 39-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 89-93 21305148-5 2009 The competitive binding of RAPTA-C and cisplatin towards a mixture of ubiquitin (Ub) and MT-2 was also studied, showing that MT-2 can abstract RAPTA-C from Ub more efficiently than it can abstract cisplatin. Cisplatin 39-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-129 21305148-5 2009 The competitive binding of RAPTA-C and cisplatin towards a mixture of ubiquitin (Ub) and MT-2 was also studied, showing that MT-2 can abstract RAPTA-C from Ub more efficiently than it can abstract cisplatin. dichloro(4-cymene)(1,3,5-triaza-7-phosphatricyclo(3.3.1.1)decane)ruthenium(II) 143-150 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-129 19723097-4 2009 Melatonin is a neurohormone that regulates target cells via binding to specific high-affinity plasma membrane receptors, MT1/MT2. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-128 19768947-2 2009 Ramelteon (Rozerem) is an orally active, highly selective melatonin MT1/MT2 receptor agonist. ramelteon 11-18 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 19097988-8 2009 Ni-induced increases in MT2A mRNA and MRE-luciferase activity were sensitive to the Zn chelator, TPEN, supporting an important role for Zn in mediating the effect of Ni. Zinc 84-86 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-28 19097988-8 2009 Ni-induced increases in MT2A mRNA and MRE-luciferase activity were sensitive to the Zn chelator, TPEN, supporting an important role for Zn in mediating the effect of Ni. N,N,N',N'-tetrakis(2-pyridylmethyl)ethylenediamine 97-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-28 19097988-8 2009 Ni-induced increases in MT2A mRNA and MRE-luciferase activity were sensitive to the Zn chelator, TPEN, supporting an important role for Zn in mediating the effect of Ni. Zinc 136-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-28 19097988-10 2009 Although both N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) and ascorbic acid (AA) decreased Ni-induced increases in ROS, only NAC prevented Ni-induced increases in MT2A mRNA, suggesting a special role for interactions of Ni, thiols, and Zn release. Acetylcysteine 105-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 143-147 19440163-5 2009 Also associated with the onset or magnitude of anthracycline resistance were genes involved in drug transport (ABCB1, ABCC1), cell signaling and transcription (RDC1, CXCR4), cell proliferation or apoptosis (BMP7, CAV1), protection from reactive oxygen species (AKR1C2, AKR1C3, FTL, FTH, TXNRD1, MT2A), and structural or immune system proteins (IFI30, STMN1). Anthracyclines 47-60 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 295-299 19777735-2 2009 Agomelatine is an agonist of melatonergic MT1 and MT2 receptors and a serotonin 5-HT2C receptor antagonist. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 50-53 19711962-1 2009 A density functional theory study for the bis- and monothiophene complexes of Fe, Co, and Ni (MT2 and MT, T = thiophene, M = Fe, Co, Ni) was performed to understand their coordination geometries, bonding properties, vibration spectra and singlet excited state spectra. bis- and monothiophene 42-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-97 19827314-12 2009 The recently marketed agomelatine with a highly selective receptor binding profile (MT1 and MT2 agonism and 5HT2C antagonism) targets the desynchronised circadian rhytm in affective disorders and it has mainly antidepressive effect. agomelatine 22-33 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 92-95 18582600-10 2009 All the above results revealed that the mandarin fish MT-2 would be a useful biomarker for metal pollution. Metals 91-96 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 19329323-0 2009 Design and synthesis of 3-phenyltetrahydronaphthalenic derivatives as new selective MT2 melatoninergic ligands. 3-phenyltetrahydronaphthalenic 24-54 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 19329323-5 2009 Moreover, we have achieved remarkable MT(2) selectivity over MT(1) (selectivity >100) and have been able to further extend the RSA of the tetrahydrophthalenic series. rabbit sperm membrane autoantigen 130-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-43 19356627-3 2009 We demonstrated that KAT5 cells expressed eight functional MT1 and MT2 isoforms induced by cadmium. Cadmium 91-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 67-70 19356627-8 2009 Collectively, KAT5 cells express eight functional MT1 and MT2 isoforms in a pathway controlled by calcium and ERK1/2. Calcium 98-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-61 19175856-3 2009 Using CHO cells expressing human MT2 melatonin receptors, microtubule depolymerization prevents the loss in the number of high potency states of the receptor when compared to melatonin-treated cells. Melatonin 37-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-36 19116991-7 2009 Down-regulation of MT in MCF-7 cells by silencing the MT-2A gene (the most abundantly expressed of the 10 known functional MT isoforms) increased chemosensitivity of the cells to doxorubicin. Doxorubicin 179-190 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-59 18996371-5 2009 The MT2A upregulation correlated with resistance to Adriamycin (ADR)-driven apoptosis and with p53 inhibition. Doxorubicin 52-62 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-8 19026172-1 2008 AIM: Melatonin (MT) is a neurohormone produced and secreted primarily by the pineal gland in a circadian manner, and mainly acts through 2 receptor subtypes: MT1 and MT2 in humans. Melatonin 5-14 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 166-169 18507714-7 2008 These results indicate a novel role for 17-beta-estradiol and melatonin in AIS, controlling the coupling of G(S)alpha protein and MT2 receptor on human osteoblasts. Estradiol 40-57 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 130-133 18507714-7 2008 These results indicate a novel role for 17-beta-estradiol and melatonin in AIS, controlling the coupling of G(S)alpha protein and MT2 receptor on human osteoblasts. Melatonin 62-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 130-133 18544139-0 2008 The role of proline residues in the structure and function of human MT2 melatonin receptor. Proline 12-19 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-71 18544139-2 2008 In mammals, two G protein-coupled melatonin receptors (GPCR) mediate some melatonin"s actions: MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 34-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 103-106 18544139-4 2008 As TM segments of MT2 receptor display several interesting differences in expression of specific proline residues compared to other rhodopsin-like receptors (rGPCRs), we investigated the role of proline residues in the structure and function of this receptor. Proline 97-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 18544139-4 2008 As TM segments of MT2 receptor display several interesting differences in expression of specific proline residues compared to other rhodopsin-like receptors (rGPCRs), we investigated the role of proline residues in the structure and function of this receptor. Proline 195-202 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 18544139-8 2008 The impact of the performed mutations on the receptor structure was assessed by molecular dynamic simulations of MT2 receptors embedded in the fully hydrated phospholipid bilayer. Phospholipids 158-170 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 113-116 21089248-6 2008 Ramelteon, a hypnotic approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in July 2005, is a selective melatonin receptor (MT1 and MT2) agonist. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 144-147 18803406-0 2008 Interaction of metallothionein-2 with platinum-modified 5"-guanosine monophosphate and DNA. Platinum 38-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 15-32 18803406-0 2008 Interaction of metallothionein-2 with platinum-modified 5"-guanosine monophosphate and DNA. 5"-guanosine monophosphate 56-82 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 15-32 18803406-4 2008 Immunochemical analysis of MT-2 showed that the monofunctional platinum-DNA adducts formed DNA- cis/ trans-Pt-MT cross-links and that platinated MT-2 was released from the DNA- trans-Pt-MT cross-links with time. Platinum 63-71 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 27-31 18586083-0 2008 Role of oxidative stress in the induction of metallothionein-2A and heme oxygenase-1 gene expression by the antineoplastic agent gallium nitrate in human lymphoma cells. gallium nitrate 129-144 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 45-63 18755257-0 2008 Melatonin modulates the cadmium-induced expression of MT-2 and MT-1 metallothioneins in three lines of human tumor cells (MCF-7, MDA-MB-231 and HeLa). Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 18755257-0 2008 Melatonin modulates the cadmium-induced expression of MT-2 and MT-1 metallothioneins in three lines of human tumor cells (MCF-7, MDA-MB-231 and HeLa). Cadmium 24-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-58 18755257-5 2008 In this study we examine the possible role of melatonin in Cd-induced expression of several MT isoforms (MT-2A, MT-1X, MT-1F and MT-1E) in three human tumor cell lines (MCF-7, MDA-MB-231 and HeLa). Cadmium 59-61 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 105-110 18755257-6 2008 We found that, in all cell types, melatonin increases Cd-induced expression of MT-2A, which is considered to protect against Cd toxicity. Melatonin 34-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 79-84 18755257-6 2008 We found that, in all cell types, melatonin increases Cd-induced expression of MT-2A, which is considered to protect against Cd toxicity. Cadmium 54-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 79-84 18755257-6 2008 We found that, in all cell types, melatonin increases Cd-induced expression of MT-2A, which is considered to protect against Cd toxicity. Cadmium 125-127 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 79-84 18586083-6 2008 N-Acetyl-L-cysteine blocked gallium-induced MT2A and HO-1 expression and increased gallium"s cytotoxicity. Gallium 28-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-48 18586083-10 2008 We conclude that gallium nitrate induces cellular oxidative stress as an early event which then triggers the expression of HO-1 and MT2A through different pathways. gallium nitrate 17-32 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 132-136 18586083-2 2008 Using a DNA microarray to examine genes induced by gallium nitrate in CCRF-CEM cells, we found that gallium increased metallothionein-2A (MT2A) and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) gene expression and altered the levels of other stress-related genes. gallium nitrate 51-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-136 18586083-2 2008 Using a DNA microarray to examine genes induced by gallium nitrate in CCRF-CEM cells, we found that gallium increased metallothionein-2A (MT2A) and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) gene expression and altered the levels of other stress-related genes. gallium nitrate 51-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 138-142 18586083-2 2008 Using a DNA microarray to examine genes induced by gallium nitrate in CCRF-CEM cells, we found that gallium increased metallothionein-2A (MT2A) and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) gene expression and altered the levels of other stress-related genes. Gallium 51-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-136 18586083-2 2008 Using a DNA microarray to examine genes induced by gallium nitrate in CCRF-CEM cells, we found that gallium increased metallothionein-2A (MT2A) and heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) gene expression and altered the levels of other stress-related genes. Gallium 51-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 138-142 18586083-3 2008 MT2A and HO-1 were increased after 6 and 16 h of incubation with gallium nitrate. gallium nitrate 65-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 18586083-6 2008 N-Acetyl-L-cysteine blocked gallium-induced MT2A and HO-1 expression and increased gallium"s cytotoxicity. Acetylcysteine 0-19 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-48 18583104-2 2008 Agomelatine, a naphthalene analog of melatonin, is both an agonist of human cloned melatonergic MT1 and MT2 receptors and a serotonin 5-HT2C receptor antagonist. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-107 18583104-2 2008 Agomelatine, a naphthalene analog of melatonin, is both an agonist of human cloned melatonergic MT1 and MT2 receptors and a serotonin 5-HT2C receptor antagonist. Melatonin 37-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-107 18815150-5 2008 In hepatomas, through its activation of MT1 and MT2 receptors, melatonin inhibits linoleic acid uptake, thereby preventing the formation of the mitogenic metabolite 1,3-hydroxyoctadecadienoic acid. Melatonin 63-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 18815150-5 2008 In hepatomas, through its activation of MT1 and MT2 receptors, melatonin inhibits linoleic acid uptake, thereby preventing the formation of the mitogenic metabolite 1,3-hydroxyoctadecadienoic acid. Linoleic Acid 82-95 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 18815150-5 2008 In hepatomas, through its activation of MT1 and MT2 receptors, melatonin inhibits linoleic acid uptake, thereby preventing the formation of the mitogenic metabolite 1,3-hydroxyoctadecadienoic acid. 1,3-hydroxyoctadecadienoic acid 165-196 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 17692523-5 2008 RESULTS: For the peak pressures under the metatarsal heads (MT) the following order was found: MT-II>MT-III>MT-I>MT-IV>MT-V. A comparison of the insoles indicated that the neoprene insole resulted in the lowest peak pressures with significant load reductions under MT-III to MT-V (p<0.00001). Neoprene 184-192 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 95-100 18937711-5 2008 The effect of melatonin against expression of MT1, MT2, and ERalpha-receptors mRNA was compared with RT-PCR. Melatonin 14-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-54 18298466-6 2008 Radioligand binding assays on recombinant human MT(1)/MT(2) receptors showed that both the melatonin and ramelteon were both high affinity, nonsubtype selective ligands. Melatonin 91-100 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-59 18298466-6 2008 Radioligand binding assays on recombinant human MT(1)/MT(2) receptors showed that both the melatonin and ramelteon were both high affinity, nonsubtype selective ligands. ramelteon 105-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-59 18254726-1 2008 Melatonin exerts its biological effects through at least two transmembrane G-protein-coupled receptors, MT1 and MT2, and a lower-affinity cytosolic binding site, designated MT3. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 112-115 18571301-3 2008 In addition to its relevant antioxidant activity, melatonin exerts many of its physiological actions by interacting with membrane MT1 and MT2 receptors and intracellular proteins such as quinone reductase 2, calmodulin, calreticulin and tubulin. Melatonin 50-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 138-141 17999152-6 2008 Calcium concentration of the growth medium was also shown to alter the accumulation of MT-1/2 protein and MT-1E, MT-1X, and MT-2A mRNAs. Calcium 0-7 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-129 18681045-7 2008 The molecular simulation model of MT-2 showed the interlayer space with the exchangeable cations and metallic silver atoms arrangement within the glycerol bilayer. Glycerol 146-154 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 34-38 17692523-6 2008 Furthermore, the impulse values under MT-II to MT-V were significantly lower with neoprene insoles (p<0.0002). Neoprene 82-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-43 30764095-2 2008 Melatonergic MT1 and MT2 receptors exist in high concentrations in the suprachiasmatic nucleus of the hypothalamus and have been shown to be instrumental for the sleep-promoting and circadian rhythm-regulating effects of melatonin. Melatonin 221-230 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-24 17590860-5 2008 It was also shown that the RWPE-1 cells respond to Zn(+2) and Cd(+2) exposure by induction of the basally expressed MT mRNAs and the accumulation of high levels MT-1/2 protein (in excess of 10% of total protein). Zinc 51-53 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 161-167 17590860-5 2008 It was also shown that the RWPE-1 cells respond to Zn(+2) and Cd(+2) exposure by induction of the basally expressed MT mRNAs and the accumulation of high levels MT-1/2 protein (in excess of 10% of total protein). Cadmium 62-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 161-167 18194202-1 2008 Melatonin is known to inhibit insulin secretion from rodent beta-cells through interactions with cell-surface MT1 and/or MT2 receptors, but the function of this hormone in human islets of Langerhans is not known. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 121-124 30764095-5 2008 Ramelteon, which acts via MT1/MT2 melatonergic agonism, has been found clinically effective for improving total sleep time and sleep efficiency in insomniacs. ramelteon 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 30-33 30764095-6 2008 Agomelatine (Valdoxan , Servier) is another MT1/MT2 melatonergic agonist that also displays antagonist activity at 5-HT2C serotonin receptors. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 30764095-6 2008 Agomelatine (Valdoxan , Servier) is another MT1/MT2 melatonergic agonist that also displays antagonist activity at 5-HT2C serotonin receptors. agomelatine 13-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 30764095-6 2008 Agomelatine (Valdoxan , Servier) is another MT1/MT2 melatonergic agonist that also displays antagonist activity at 5-HT2C serotonin receptors. servier 24-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 17907131-0 2007 Synthesis, enantiomeric resolution, and structure-activity relationship study of a series of 10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptene MT2 receptor antagonists. 10,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo[a,d] 93-122 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 135-138 18193062-3 2008 Using a tamoxifen-activatable Cre recombinase to excise a test segment of chromatin positioned between divergently transcribed metallothionein-IIa promoters, we found the degree of dynamic supercoiling to increase as transcription intensified, and it was very sensitive to the specific arrangement of promoters and cis elements. Tamoxifen 8-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 127-146 20050582-4 2008 Antinociceptive effects of melatonin are having the significant connection with the MT2 receptor stimulation and activation of the opioid system. Melatonin 27-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 18052314-2 2007 MT1 and MT2 receptor binding affinity and intrinsic activity have been modulated by the introduction of different substituents on the aniline nitrogen, on the benzene ring, and on the amide side chain. aniline 134-141 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 8-11 18052314-2 2007 MT1 and MT2 receptor binding affinity and intrinsic activity have been modulated by the introduction of different substituents on the aniline nitrogen, on the benzene ring, and on the amide side chain. Nitrogen 142-150 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 8-11 18052314-2 2007 MT1 and MT2 receptor binding affinity and intrinsic activity have been modulated by the introduction of different substituents on the aniline nitrogen, on the benzene ring, and on the amide side chain. Benzene 159-166 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 8-11 18052314-2 2007 MT1 and MT2 receptor binding affinity and intrinsic activity have been modulated by the introduction of different substituents on the aniline nitrogen, on the benzene ring, and on the amide side chain. Amides 184-189 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 8-11 18052314-6 2007 The phenyl derivative 3g is an MT2-selective partial agonist, with MT2 binding affinity higher than melatonin, showing promising sleep-promoting and antianxiety properties in animal models. Melatonin 100-109 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 31-34 18057785-6 2007 Metal responsive element-binding transcription factor-1 (MTF-1) is involved in sensing heavy metal load and the induced transcription of several protective genes, including metallothionein (MT)-I, MT-II, zinc transporter-1, and gamma-glutamylcysteine synthetase. Metals 93-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 197-202 17673155-2 2007 To better determine the role of MT in interprotein metal transfer, we describe a procedure that uses stable isotopically enriched (67)Zn(7) metallothionein 2 ((67)Zn(7)-MT-2) to quantitatively determine the stoichiometry of transfer of Zn from the protein to a recipient apo-metalloenzyme, apo-carbonic anhydrase (apo-CA) by directly coupled ion exchange high-performance liquid chromatography inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Zinc 163-165 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 140-157 17581657-4 2007 Both butyramides 13 and 15, as well as the non-methoxy acetamide 12 exhibited micromolar binding affinities for both receptors being slightly MT(2) selective. butyramide 5-16 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 142-147 17581657-4 2007 Both butyramides 13 and 15, as well as the non-methoxy acetamide 12 exhibited micromolar binding affinities for both receptors being slightly MT(2) selective. 2-Methoxyacetamide 47-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 142-147 17581657-5 2007 The methoxy acetamide 14 showed the best pharmacological profile exhibiting a five times higher affinity for MT(1) (K(i) = 49 nM) than for MT(2) (K(i) = 246 nM) receptor. 2-Methoxyacetamide 4-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 139-144 17121968-5 2007 There were several conserved tripeptide sequences, such as C-X-C, C-C-X-C-C, and C-X-X-C (X designates AA excluding cysteine in MT-I and MT-II), and they are highly conserved in their evolution. tripeptide K-26 29-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-142 17917562-5 2007 Agomelatine (S-20098), a compound with agonistic properties at MT1 and MT2 receptors and antagonistic properties at the 5-HT2C receptor, has been shown preclinically to exhibit robust antidepressant effects in several experimental paradigms. agomelatine 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-74 17917562-5 2007 Agomelatine (S-20098), a compound with agonistic properties at MT1 and MT2 receptors and antagonistic properties at the 5-HT2C receptor, has been shown preclinically to exhibit robust antidepressant effects in several experimental paradigms. agomelatine 13-20 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-74 17482720-0 2007 Further structure-activity studies of lactam derivatives of MT-II and SHU-9119: their activity and selectivity at human melanocortin receptors 3, 4, and 5. Lactams 38-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-65 17121968-5 2007 There were several conserved tripeptide sequences, such as C-X-C, C-C-X-C-C, and C-X-X-C (X designates AA excluding cysteine in MT-I and MT-II), and they are highly conserved in their evolution. c-x-x-c 81-88 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 137-142 17121968-6 2007 By homologous comparative modeling, we predicted the molecular spatial structures of yak MT-I and MT-II, which are composed of alpha- and beta-domains that are linked by the conserved tripeptide Lys(30)-Lys(31)-Ser(32) (KKS). tripeptide K-26 184-194 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-103 17121968-6 2007 By homologous comparative modeling, we predicted the molecular spatial structures of yak MT-I and MT-II, which are composed of alpha- and beta-domains that are linked by the conserved tripeptide Lys(30)-Lys(31)-Ser(32) (KKS). Lysine 195-198 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-103 17121968-6 2007 By homologous comparative modeling, we predicted the molecular spatial structures of yak MT-I and MT-II, which are composed of alpha- and beta-domains that are linked by the conserved tripeptide Lys(30)-Lys(31)-Ser(32) (KKS). Lysine 203-206 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-103 17121968-6 2007 By homologous comparative modeling, we predicted the molecular spatial structures of yak MT-I and MT-II, which are composed of alpha- and beta-domains that are linked by the conserved tripeptide Lys(30)-Lys(31)-Ser(32) (KKS). Serine 211-214 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 98-103 17485079-0 2007 Induction of functional MT1 and MT2 isoforms by calcium in anaplastic thyroid carcinoma cells. Calcium 48-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-35 17485079-4 2007 Therefore, a common pathway initiated by a rapid rise in calcium and followed by calcium-mediated activation of ERK is involved in the transcriptional induction of functional MT1 and MT2 isoforms and in the progression of the cell cycle in thyroid cancer cells exposed to cadmium. Calcium 57-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 183-186 17485079-4 2007 Therefore, a common pathway initiated by a rapid rise in calcium and followed by calcium-mediated activation of ERK is involved in the transcriptional induction of functional MT1 and MT2 isoforms and in the progression of the cell cycle in thyroid cancer cells exposed to cadmium. Calcium 81-88 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 183-186 17485079-4 2007 Therefore, a common pathway initiated by a rapid rise in calcium and followed by calcium-mediated activation of ERK is involved in the transcriptional induction of functional MT1 and MT2 isoforms and in the progression of the cell cycle in thyroid cancer cells exposed to cadmium. Cadmium 272-279 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 183-186 17308060-0 2007 Gene expression analysis of gallium-resistant and gallium-sensitive lymphoma cells reveals a role for metal-responsive transcription factor-1, metallothionein-2A, and zinc transporter-1 in modulating the antineoplastic activity of gallium nitrate. Gallium 50-57 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 143-161 17224279-5 2007 Chemical and functional characteristics analysis of the recombinant human MT2A exhibited intact metal binding ability, hydroxyl radical scavenging ability and significant protective role against DNA damage caused by UVC radiation. Metals 96-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 17224279-5 2007 Chemical and functional characteristics analysis of the recombinant human MT2A exhibited intact metal binding ability, hydroxyl radical scavenging ability and significant protective role against DNA damage caused by UVC radiation. Hydroxyl Radical 119-135 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 74-78 17413472-12 2007 RESULTS: The MT2 mRNA expression on the concave side of the paravertebral muscle was higher than that on the convex side in AIS and CS groups (P < 0.05), but the MT1 mRNA expression showed no significant difference (P > 0.05). Cesium 132-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-16 17316165-7 2007 Our results indicate that MT(2) in the humans, similar to MT(1), may indeed be involved in transmitting melatonin"s effects in the retina, and AD pathology may impair MT(2) expression. Melatonin 104-113 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-31 17389558-0 2007 Age and gender effects on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of ramelteon, a hypnotic agent acting via melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2. ramelteon 71-80 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 138-141 17308060-0 2007 Gene expression analysis of gallium-resistant and gallium-sensitive lymphoma cells reveals a role for metal-responsive transcription factor-1, metallothionein-2A, and zinc transporter-1 in modulating the antineoplastic activity of gallium nitrate. gallium nitrate 231-246 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 143-161 17308060-5 2007 Gallium-resistant cells were found to display a marked increase in gene expression for metallothionein-2A and the zinc transporter ZnT-1. Gallium 0-7 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-105 17308060-7 2007 Gallium nitrate induced metallothionein-2A and ZnT-1 expression in cells. gallium nitrate 0-15 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-42 17584130-10 2007 The non-specific "superpotent" MC agonist, PT-141, which is the carboxylate derivative of MT-II, has reached phase II human trials. Methylcholanthrene 31-33 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 90-95 17363595-3 2007 Here, we report that the levels of MT-1 and MT-2A are drastically reduced in primary human hepatocellular carcinomas (HCCs) and in diethylnitrosamine-induced liver tumors in mice, which is primarily due to transcriptional repression. Diethylnitrosamine 131-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-49 18020480-2 2007 Melatonin can influence sleep-promoting and sleep/wake rhythm-regulating actions through the specific activation of MT(1) (melatonin 1a) and MT(2) (melatonin 1b) receptors, the two major melatonin receptor subtypes found in mammals. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 141-146 17584130-10 2007 The non-specific "superpotent" MC agonist, PT-141, which is the carboxylate derivative of MT-II, has reached phase II human trials. Platinum 43-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 90-95 17762828-0 2007 [Sites and mechanisms of action of melatonin in mammals: the MT1 and MT2 receptors]. Melatonin 35-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 69-72 17762828-5 2007 Inhibition of the production of AMPc by a Gi/Go protein is one of the principal signalling pathways of the MT1 and MT2 receptors, although many other signal transduction pathways are also brought into play according to the cell type studied (PKC, Ca2+, K+ channels or GMPc in the case of MT2, etc.). ampc 32-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-118 17762828-5 2007 Inhibition of the production of AMPc by a Gi/Go protein is one of the principal signalling pathways of the MT1 and MT2 receptors, although many other signal transduction pathways are also brought into play according to the cell type studied (PKC, Ca2+, K+ channels or GMPc in the case of MT2, etc.). ampc 32-36 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 288-291 17762828-6 2007 Numerous factors or physiological stimuli are capable of influencing the number and functional status of the MT1 and MT2 receptors, such as melatonin, the photoperiod, the circadian clock or the phenomena of receptor dimerisation. Melatonin 140-149 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 117-120 17762828-7 2007 Melatonin has numerous physiological effects for which the mechanisms of action and the specific role of the MT1 and MT2 receptors have not yet been clearly elucidated. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 117-120 17762828-8 2007 However, selective pharmacological tools for each of the two receptor subtypes are currently being identified, notably in the Servier Group, for the purpose of furthering our knowledge of the functionality and physiological role of the MT1 and MT2 receptors in the central and peripheral structures. servier 126-133 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 244-247 17197111-1 2007 The pineal hormone melatonin produces most of its biological effects via G protein-coupled receptors MT1 and MT2. Melatonin 19-28 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 109-112 17197111-3 2007 Recent research points to a putative role of MT1/MT2 dimerization as a mechanism that could determine the receptor-mediated biological effects of melatonin. Melatonin 146-155 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-52 17197111-7 2007 Hence, we propose that a prolonged treatment with classical antidepressant drugs alters the brain ratio of MT1/MT2 receptors to enable the endogenous melatonin, which is secreted during the night, to further improve the antidepressant effects. Melatonin 150-159 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 111-114 16806025-2 2006 METHODS: GST-MT-2a fusion protein was expressed after IPTG induction and further purified with Glutathione Sepharose 4B. Isopropyl Thiogalactoside 54-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-18 17213040-2 2006 Melatonin and its receptors MT1 and MT2, which belong to the family of G protein-coupled receptors, are impaired in Alzheimer"s disease (AD) with severe consequences to neuropathology and clinical symptoms. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-39 16928133-8 2006 The elaborated "optimized" models are employed to explore the details of protein-ligand interactions for melatonin and a number of its analogs with known affinity to MT(1) and MT(2) receptors. Melatonin 105-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 176-181 16806025-2 2006 METHODS: GST-MT-2a fusion protein was expressed after IPTG induction and further purified with Glutathione Sepharose 4B. Glutathione 95-106 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-18 16806025-2 2006 METHODS: GST-MT-2a fusion protein was expressed after IPTG induction and further purified with Glutathione Sepharose 4B. Sepharose 107-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-18 16889730-8 2006 RESULTS: The MT2 mRNA expression of paravertebral muscles on concave side was higher than that on convex side in AIS and CS groups (P < 0.05), but the MT1 mRNA expression showed no significant difference (P > 0.05). Cesium 121-123 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-16 16621216-11 2006 In conclusion, MT-2 is the main isoform induced by smoking, suggesting that this isoform could be involved in placental cadmium and zinc retention. Cadmium 120-127 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 15-19 16565513-0 2006 Metallothionein-1 and -2 expression in cadmium- or arsenic-derived human malignant urothelial cells and tumor heterotransplants and as a prognostic indicator in human bladder cancer. Cadmium 39-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-24 16565513-0 2006 Metallothionein-1 and -2 expression in cadmium- or arsenic-derived human malignant urothelial cells and tumor heterotransplants and as a prognostic indicator in human bladder cancer. Arsenic 51-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-24 16719502-3 2006 We found that both genistin and its glycosides similarly up-regulated the transcription of several metallothionein (MT) antioxidant genes (MT1A, MT2A, MT1E, and MT1X), as well as the glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) gene in HepG2 cells. Glycosides 36-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 145-149 16680370-4 2006 Recombinant MT2A proteins were loaded onto 12% sodium dodecylsulfate-polyacrylamide gel and separated by electrophoresis, the recombinant protein was visualized by Coomassie blue staining and the 33 kDa recombinant GST-MT2A fusion protein band was cut out from the gel. Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate 47-68 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-16 16680370-4 2006 Recombinant MT2A proteins were loaded onto 12% sodium dodecylsulfate-polyacrylamide gel and separated by electrophoresis, the recombinant protein was visualized by Coomassie blue staining and the 33 kDa recombinant GST-MT2A fusion protein band was cut out from the gel. polyacrylamide 69-83 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-16 16680370-4 2006 Recombinant MT2A proteins were loaded onto 12% sodium dodecylsulfate-polyacrylamide gel and separated by electrophoresis, the recombinant protein was visualized by Coomassie blue staining and the 33 kDa recombinant GST-MT2A fusion protein band was cut out from the gel. Coomassie blue 164-178 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-16 16493670-2 2006 Mammalian metallothioneins I and II (MT-I&II) have significant neuroprotective functions, but the precise mechanisms underlying these effects are still unknown. Adenosine Monophosphate 42-45 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 10-35 16636651-0 2006 The role of metallothionein IIa in defending lens epithelial cells against cadmium and TBHP induced oxidative stress. Cadmium 75-82 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-31 16636651-0 2006 The role of metallothionein IIa in defending lens epithelial cells against cadmium and TBHP induced oxidative stress. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 87-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 12-31 16636651-4 2006 Here, we examined the ability of metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) to protect human lens epithelial cells against cadmium and tertiary butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced oxidative stress. Cadmium 108-115 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-52 16636651-4 2006 Here, we examined the ability of metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) to protect human lens epithelial cells against cadmium and tertiary butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced oxidative stress. Cadmium 108-115 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-59 16636651-4 2006 Here, we examined the ability of metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) to protect human lens epithelial cells against cadmium and tertiary butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced oxidative stress. n-Butylhydroperoxide 129-148 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-52 16636651-4 2006 Here, we examined the ability of metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) to protect human lens epithelial cells against cadmium and tertiary butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced oxidative stress. n-Butylhydroperoxide 129-148 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-59 16636651-4 2006 Here, we examined the ability of metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) to protect human lens epithelial cells against cadmium and tertiary butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced oxidative stress. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 150-154 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 33-52 16636651-4 2006 Here, we examined the ability of metallothionein IIa (MTIIa) to protect human lens epithelial cells against cadmium and tertiary butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-induced oxidative stress. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 150-154 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 54-59 16636651-8 2006 RESULTS: Analysis of the over expressing cell lines revealed an approximate 3-4 fold increase in MTIIa expression relative to control cells, resulting in as much as 20% protection against cadmium-induced oxidative stress (p<0.001). Cadmium 188-195 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 97-102 16636651-9 2006 The MTIIa over expressing cells were also significantly more resistant to TBHP treatment while control cells exhibited significant shrinking and rounding-up following 3-6 h TBHP treatment, no changes were observed in TBHP-treated over expressing cells. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 74-78 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-9 16636651-9 2006 The MTIIa over expressing cells were also significantly more resistant to TBHP treatment while control cells exhibited significant shrinking and rounding-up following 3-6 h TBHP treatment, no changes were observed in TBHP-treated over expressing cells. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 173-177 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-9 16636651-9 2006 The MTIIa over expressing cells were also significantly more resistant to TBHP treatment while control cells exhibited significant shrinking and rounding-up following 3-6 h TBHP treatment, no changes were observed in TBHP-treated over expressing cells. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 173-177 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 4-9 16636651-12 2006 In addition, TBHP induced the expression of MTIIa, heme oxygenase-1, thioredoxin reductase-1, and MnSOD in both normal and MTIIa over-expressed cell lines. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 13-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 44-49 16636651-12 2006 In addition, TBHP induced the expression of MTIIa, heme oxygenase-1, thioredoxin reductase-1, and MnSOD in both normal and MTIIa over-expressed cell lines. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 13-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 123-128 16636651-13 2006 Interestingly the latter three genes were induced at 2-3 fold higher levels in TBHP-treated MTIIa over-expressing cells, compared to treated control cells (p=0.001, p=0.02, and p=0.01, respectively). tert-Butylhydroperoxide 79-83 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 92-97 16636651-14 2006 CONCLUSIONS: These data indicate that over-expression of MTIIa in human lens epithelial cells results in protection against cadmium and TBHP-induced oxidative stress. Cadmium 124-131 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-62 16636651-14 2006 CONCLUSIONS: These data indicate that over-expression of MTIIa in human lens epithelial cells results in protection against cadmium and TBHP-induced oxidative stress. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 136-140 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 57-62 16635021-0 2006 Melatonin enhances alkaline phosphatase activity in differentiating human adult mesenchymal stem cells grown in osteogenic medium via MT2 melatonin receptors and the MEK/ERK (1/2) signaling cascade. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 134-137 16635021-4 2006 Co-exposure of hAMSCs to osteogenic medium supplemented with melatonin and either pertussis toxin or the melatonin receptor antagonists, luzindole or 4P-PDOT (MT2 receptor selective), inhibited the melatonin-induced increase in ALP activity, indicating the involvement of melatonin receptors, in particular, MT2 receptors. Melatonin 61-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-162 16635021-4 2006 Co-exposure of hAMSCs to osteogenic medium supplemented with melatonin and either pertussis toxin or the melatonin receptor antagonists, luzindole or 4P-PDOT (MT2 receptor selective), inhibited the melatonin-induced increase in ALP activity, indicating the involvement of melatonin receptors, in particular, MT2 receptors. Melatonin 61-70 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 308-311 16635021-4 2006 Co-exposure of hAMSCs to osteogenic medium supplemented with melatonin and either pertussis toxin or the melatonin receptor antagonists, luzindole or 4P-PDOT (MT2 receptor selective), inhibited the melatonin-induced increase in ALP activity, indicating the involvement of melatonin receptors, in particular, MT2 receptors. Melatonin 105-114 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-162 16716945-0 2006 Construction of an additional metal-binding site in human metallothionein-2. Metals 30-35 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-75 16716945-1 2006 We have constructed a new metal-binding site in the human metallothionein-2 (hMT-2), using the protein as a scaffold to investigate the structure and function of metal-binding. Metals 26-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 58-75 16716945-1 2006 We have constructed a new metal-binding site in the human metallothionein-2 (hMT-2), using the protein as a scaffold to investigate the structure and function of metal-binding. Metals 26-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 77-82 16716945-1 2006 We have constructed a new metal-binding site in the human metallothionein-2 (hMT-2), using the protein as a scaffold to investigate the structure and function of metal-binding. Metals 58-63 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 77-82 16716945-2 2006 Potential metal-binding sites were designed within hMT-2 on the basis of structures generated by homology modeling. Metals 10-15 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-56 16716945-3 2006 Amino acid residues D11, C13, C26 and S28 in the beta-domain of hMT-2 (hMT-2beta) were found, by computer search, to form a potential tetrahedral Cys4 metal-binding site. Metals 151-156 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 64-69 16716945-4 2006 Six mutant proteins were constructed with the following amino acid substitutions: D11C, S28C and D11C/S28C in hMT-2 and the same mutations in hMT-2beta, respectively. d11c 97-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-115 16290939-3 2006 Shifting the methoxy group from position 5 to 2 of the 7a-azaindole ring led to a substantial reduction of MT1 binding when MT2 recognition was maintained. 7a-azaindole 55-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-127 16402917-4 2006 Expression of MT2A (MT isoform 2A), but not MT1A or MT1B RNA, was significantly inducible by rotenone (up to 7-fold), t-BHP (t-butyl hydroperoxide; 5-fold) and CdCl2 (50-fold), but not ZnCl2. Rotenone 93-101 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-18 16402917-4 2006 Expression of MT2A (MT isoform 2A), but not MT1A or MT1B RNA, was significantly inducible by rotenone (up to 7-fold), t-BHP (t-butyl hydroperoxide; 5-fold) and CdCl2 (50-fold), but not ZnCl2. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 118-123 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-18 16402917-4 2006 Expression of MT2A (MT isoform 2A), but not MT1A or MT1B RNA, was significantly inducible by rotenone (up to 7-fold), t-BHP (t-butyl hydroperoxide; 5-fold) and CdCl2 (50-fold), but not ZnCl2. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 125-146 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-18 16402917-4 2006 Expression of MT2A (MT isoform 2A), but not MT1A or MT1B RNA, was significantly inducible by rotenone (up to 7-fold), t-BHP (t-butyl hydroperoxide; 5-fold) and CdCl2 (50-fold), but not ZnCl2. Cadmium Chloride 160-165 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-18 16402917-4 2006 Expression of MT2A (MT isoform 2A), but not MT1A or MT1B RNA, was significantly inducible by rotenone (up to 7-fold), t-BHP (t-butyl hydroperoxide; 5-fold) and CdCl2 (50-fold), but not ZnCl2. zinc chloride 185-190 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-18 16402917-5 2006 Myxothiazol treatment did not elevate either ROS or MT2A levels, which supports a ROS-related mechanism for rotenone-induced MT2A expression. myxothiazol 0-11 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-129 16402917-5 2006 Myxothiazol treatment did not elevate either ROS or MT2A levels, which supports a ROS-related mechanism for rotenone-induced MT2A expression. Reactive Oxygen Species 82-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-129 16402917-5 2006 Myxothiazol treatment did not elevate either ROS or MT2A levels, which supports a ROS-related mechanism for rotenone-induced MT2A expression. Rotenone 108-116 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 125-129 16402917-6 2006 To evaluate the role of MT2A expression, MT2A and MT1B were overexpressed in HeLa cells and treated with rotenone. Rotenone 105-113 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 41-45 16402917-7 2006 Compared with control and MT1B-overexpressing cells, ROS production was significantly lower and cell viability higher in MT2A-overexpressing HeLa cells when ROS production was enhanced by treatment with t-BHP. Reactive Oxygen Species 53-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 121-125 16402917-7 2006 Compared with control and MT1B-overexpressing cells, ROS production was significantly lower and cell viability higher in MT2A-overexpressing HeLa cells when ROS production was enhanced by treatment with t-BHP. Reactive Oxygen Species 157-160 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 121-125 16402917-7 2006 Compared with control and MT1B-overexpressing cells, ROS production was significantly lower and cell viability higher in MT2A-overexpressing HeLa cells when ROS production was enhanced by treatment with t-BHP. tert-Butylhydroperoxide 203-208 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 121-125 16508136-3 2006 We recently found that MT-1 is involved in the metabolism or detoxification of toxic metals, such as cadmium; on the other hand, MT-2 is responsible for the homeostasis of essential metals such as copper, in experimental models such as Long Evans Cinnamon (LEC) rats. Copper 197-203 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-133 16436935-4 2006 Binding studies performed in vitro proved that agomelatine is a high-affinity agonist at both the melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptor types. agomelatine 47-58 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-119 16283523-6 2005 Real-time RT-PCR confirmed the effect of copper on the levels of MT2A, HSPA1A, CYP1A1 and HMOX1 expression. Copper 41-47 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 65-69 16303211-3 2006 Aromatic amino acid substitution at the N-terminus in conjuction with the expansion of the 23-membered cyclic lactam MT-II scaffold to a 26-membered scaffold by addition of a Gly residue in position 10 leads to melanotropin peptides with enhanced receptor selectivity. Amino Acids, Aromatic 0-19 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 117-122 16303211-3 2006 Aromatic amino acid substitution at the N-terminus in conjuction with the expansion of the 23-membered cyclic lactam MT-II scaffold to a 26-membered scaffold by addition of a Gly residue in position 10 leads to melanotropin peptides with enhanced receptor selectivity. Glycine 175-178 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 117-122 16687314-2 2006 In humans, appropriate clinical trials confirm the efficacy of melatonin or melatoninergic agonists for the MT1 and MT2 receptor subtypes in circadian rhythm sleep disorders only. Melatonin 63-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-119 16687314-4 2006 Among these is a recently developed treatment concept for depression, which has been validated by the clinical efficacy of agomelatine, an agent having both MT1 and MT2 agonist and 5-HT2C antagonist activity. agomelatine 123-134 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 165-168 16687315-1 2006 In mammals, the circadian hormone melatonin targets two seven-transmembrane-spanning receptors, MT1 and MT2, of the G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) super-family. Melatonin 34-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-107 16687315-6 2006 Formation of MT1/MT2 heterodimers remains to be shown in native tissues but is suggested by the documented co-expression of MT1 and MT2 in many melatonin-sensitive tissues, such as the hypothalamic suprachiasmatic nuclei, retina, arteries, and adipose tissue. Melatonin 144-153 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 17-20 16687315-6 2006 Formation of MT1/MT2 heterodimers remains to be shown in native tissues but is suggested by the documented co-expression of MT1 and MT2 in many melatonin-sensitive tissues, such as the hypothalamic suprachiasmatic nuclei, retina, arteries, and adipose tissue. Melatonin 144-153 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 132-135 16600086-3 2006 RESULTS: The basal MT-1A, IE, IF, IX and MT-2A expression level in workers exposed to cadmium were significantly higher than those in the control group (P < 0.05). Cadmium 86-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 41-46 16600086-4 2006 The basal MT-1A, IE, IF, IX and MT-2A expression level would be significantly increased with the increase of the blood cadmium (BCd) level (P < 0.05). Cadmium 119-126 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-37 16600086-4 2006 The basal MT-1A, IE, IF, IX and MT-2A expression level would be significantly increased with the increase of the blood cadmium (BCd) level (P < 0.05). bcd 128-131 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-37 16600086-5 2006 There was a trend of increase for the mRNA expression of the basal MT-1A, 1E, IF, IX, MT-2A, especially for the mRNA expression of MT-1A and MT-2A (P < 0.05) with the increase of the level of the urine cadmium (UCd). Cadmium 205-212 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 86-91 16600086-5 2006 There was a trend of increase for the mRNA expression of the basal MT-1A, 1E, IF, IX, MT-2A, especially for the mRNA expression of MT-1A and MT-2A (P < 0.05) with the increase of the level of the urine cadmium (UCd). Cadmium 205-212 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 141-146 16402917-9 2006 MT2A overexpression in rotenone-treated cells also significantly reduced or delayed apoptosis induction, as measured by caspase 3/7 activity and cytosolic nucleosome enrichment. Rotenone 23-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 0-4 16402917-10 2006 We conclude that MT2A offers significant protection against the main death-causing consequences of rotenone-induced complex I deficiency in HeLa cells. Rotenone 99-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 17-21 16033772-2 2005 Treatment of the cells with sulforaphane at non-toxicity concentration (0-20 microM) resulted in coordinate increases in the induction of MT-I and MT-II mRNA, followed by corresponding increases in MT protein expression. sulforaphane 28-40 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 147-152 16087360-4 2005 The results showed that transient overexpression of human MT1A, MT2 and MT3 genes dynamically affected cell viability, and the effect was influenced by zinc and cadmium ions. Cadmium 161-168 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 64-67 16087360-7 2005 Out of the three MTs, MT1A was more efficient than MT2 and MT3 in its resistance to cadmium (10 microM), and MT3 together with zinc showed more cell growth inhibition than MT1 and MT2. Cadmium 84-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 51-54 15380218-1 2004 N-[2-[2-(4-Phenylbutyl)benzofuran-4-yl]cyclopropylmethyl]acetamide 3a was synthesized as an orally bioavailable agonist at MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors with significantly low vasoconstrictive activity. N-(2-(2-(4-phenylbutyl)benzofuran-4-yl)cyclopropylmethyl)acetamide 0-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 131-134 15992934-2 2005 Some of these effects are mediated by the interactions of melatonin with the two melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors. Melatonin 58-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 99-102 15725085-7 2005 HO-1 exerts an anti-apoptotic effect in ischaemic cells, and MT-2A chelates ATO intracellularly. Arsenic Trioxide 76-79 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 61-66 15725085-8 2005 Inhibition of HO-1 with tin protoporphyrin enhances ROS in MM cells in ATO, and addition of N-acetylcysteine increases MT-2A. Acetylcysteine 92-108 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-124 16093418-5 2005 Centrally elicited stimulation of vagal and sympathetic pathways induces release of melatonin, which acts at MT2 receptors to increase mucosal electrolyte secretion. Melatonin 84-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 109-112 15913560-1 2005 To better understand the mechanism of interactions between G-protein-coupled melatonin receptors and their ligands, our previously reported homology model of human MT2 receptor with docked 2-iodomelatonin was further refined and used to select residues within TM3, TM6, and TM7 potentially important for receptor-ligand interactions. 2-iodomelatonin 189-204 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 164-167 15913560-3 2005 Our data demonstrate that residues N268 and A275 in TM6 as well as residues V291 and L295 in TM7 are essential for 2-iodomelatonin binding to the hMT2 receptor, while TM3 residues M120, G121, V124, and I125 may participate in binding of other receptor agonists and/or antagonists. 2-iodomelatonin 115-130 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 146-150 16217123-4 2005 Activation of MT2 melatonin receptors phase shift circadian rhythms of neuronal firing in the suprachiasmatic nucleus, inhibit dopamine release in retina, induce vasodilation and inhibition of leukocyte rolling in arterial beds, and enhance immune responses. Dopamine 127-135 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-17 16217123-5 2005 The melatonin-mediated responses elicited by activation of MT1 and MT2 native melatonin receptors are dependent on circadian time, duration and mode of exposure to endogenous or exogenous melatonin, and functional receptor sensitivity. Melatonin 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 67-70 16217123-5 2005 The melatonin-mediated responses elicited by activation of MT1 and MT2 native melatonin receptors are dependent on circadian time, duration and mode of exposure to endogenous or exogenous melatonin, and functional receptor sensitivity. Melatonin 78-87 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 67-70 15962362-3 2005 An inducible MT-II regulatory system was constructed, which allowed controlled expression of protein upon addition of ZnSO4 (100 micromol/L) as an external inducer. Zinc Sulfate 118-123 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-18 15952241-1 2005 Melatonin is a hormone exerting its multiple actions mainly through two G-protein-coupled receptors MT(1) and MT(2). Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 110-115 15882436-4 2005 In addition, anti-oxidants such as hydroxyl-radical excluders and capturers of superoxide and inhibitors of superoxide production effectively reduced the size of the apoptotic fraction in MT-2 cells cultured with chrysotile-A. Hydroxyl Radical 35-51 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 188-192 15882436-4 2005 In addition, anti-oxidants such as hydroxyl-radical excluders and capturers of superoxide and inhibitors of superoxide production effectively reduced the size of the apoptotic fraction in MT-2 cells cultured with chrysotile-A. Superoxides 79-89 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 188-192 15882436-4 2005 In addition, anti-oxidants such as hydroxyl-radical excluders and capturers of superoxide and inhibitors of superoxide production effectively reduced the size of the apoptotic fraction in MT-2 cells cultured with chrysotile-A. Superoxides 108-118 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 188-192 15698955-5 2005 Titration with Cd2+ ions demonstrates that metal-binding affinities of individual clusters of MT-2 and MT-3 are decreasing in the following order: four-metal cluster of MT-2>three-metal cluster of MT-2 approximately four-metal cluster of MT-3>three-metal cluster of MT-3>extra metal-binding sites of MT-3. Metals 43-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-98 15698955-5 2005 Titration with Cd2+ ions demonstrates that metal-binding affinities of individual clusters of MT-2 and MT-3 are decreasing in the following order: four-metal cluster of MT-2>three-metal cluster of MT-2 approximately four-metal cluster of MT-3>three-metal cluster of MT-3>extra metal-binding sites of MT-3. Metals 43-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 169-173 15698955-5 2005 Titration with Cd2+ ions demonstrates that metal-binding affinities of individual clusters of MT-2 and MT-3 are decreasing in the following order: four-metal cluster of MT-2>three-metal cluster of MT-2 approximately four-metal cluster of MT-3>three-metal cluster of MT-3>extra metal-binding sites of MT-3. Metals 43-48 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 169-173 15698955-5 2005 Titration with Cd2+ ions demonstrates that metal-binding affinities of individual clusters of MT-2 and MT-3 are decreasing in the following order: four-metal cluster of MT-2>three-metal cluster of MT-2 approximately four-metal cluster of MT-3>three-metal cluster of MT-3>extra metal-binding sites of MT-3. Metals 152-157 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 94-98 15698955-5 2005 Titration with Cd2+ ions demonstrates that metal-binding affinities of individual clusters of MT-2 and MT-3 are decreasing in the following order: four-metal cluster of MT-2>three-metal cluster of MT-2 approximately four-metal cluster of MT-3>three-metal cluster of MT-3>extra metal-binding sites of MT-3. Metals 152-157 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 169-173 15698955-5 2005 Titration with Cd2+ ions demonstrates that metal-binding affinities of individual clusters of MT-2 and MT-3 are decreasing in the following order: four-metal cluster of MT-2>three-metal cluster of MT-2 approximately four-metal cluster of MT-3>three-metal cluster of MT-3>extra metal-binding sites of MT-3. Metals 152-157 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 169-173 15617532-7 2005 The results indicate that MT2 may be involved in mediating the effects of melatonin in the human hippocampus, and this mechanism may be heavily impaired in AD. Melatonin 74-83 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-29 15809517-2 2005 The goal of this study was to assess the effect of 17beta-estradiol (10 nM) exposure for 1 (E1) or 6 (E6) days on density and function of hMT1 and hMT2 melatonin receptors expressed in Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells (CHO-MT1/CHO-MT2 cells). Estradiol 51-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 147-151 15583813-5 2005 Functional studies of the MT-2A isoform by down-regulating expression of this gene with MT-2A antisense oligonucleotide in CNE2 cells, showed a reduction in cell viability and proliferation. Oligonucleotides 104-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-31 15583813-5 2005 Functional studies of the MT-2A isoform by down-regulating expression of this gene with MT-2A antisense oligonucleotide in CNE2 cells, showed a reduction in cell viability and proliferation. Oligonucleotides 104-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 88-93 15501061-0 2004 Tetrahydroisoquinoline derivatives as melatonin MT2 receptor antagonists. 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline 0-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-51 15522910-1 2004 The hormone melatonin phase shifts circadian rhythms generated by the mammalian biological clock, the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of the hypothalamus, through activation of G protein-coupled MT2 melatonin receptors. Melatonin 12-21 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 193-196 15522910-2 2004 This study demonstrated that pretreatment with physiological concentrations of melatonin (30-300 pM or 7-70 pg/mL) decreased the number of hMT2 melatonin receptors heterologously expressed in mammalian cells in a time and concentration-dependent manner. Melatonin 79-88 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 139-143 15522910-3 2004 Furthermore, hMT2-GFP melatonin receptors heterologously expressed in immortalized SCN2.2 cells or in non-neuronal mammalian cells were internalized upon pretreatment with both physiological (300 pM or 70 pg/mL) and supraphysiological (10 nM or 2.3 ng/mL) concentrations of melatonin. Melatonin 22-31 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-17 15522910-4 2004 The decrease in MT2 melatonin receptor number induced by melatonin (300 pM for 1 h) was reversible and reached almost full recovery after 8 h; however, after treatment with 10 nM melatonin full recovery was not attained even after 24 h. This recovery process was partially protein synthesis dependent. Melatonin 20-29 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 16-19 15522910-4 2004 The decrease in MT2 melatonin receptor number induced by melatonin (300 pM for 1 h) was reversible and reached almost full recovery after 8 h; however, after treatment with 10 nM melatonin full recovery was not attained even after 24 h. This recovery process was partially protein synthesis dependent. Melatonin 57-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 16-19 15522910-6 2004 We conclude that in vivo the nightly secretion of melatonin desensitizes endogenous MT2 melatonin receptors in the mammalian SCN thereby providing a temporally integrated profile of sensitivity of the mammalian biological clock to a melatonin signal. Melatonin 50-59 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 15522910-6 2004 We conclude that in vivo the nightly secretion of melatonin desensitizes endogenous MT2 melatonin receptors in the mammalian SCN thereby providing a temporally integrated profile of sensitivity of the mammalian biological clock to a melatonin signal. Melatonin 88-97 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 15525337-2 2004 Modeling has been combined with site-directed mutagenesis to investigate the role of the specific amino acid residues within the transmembrane domains (TM) numbers V, VI and VII of hMT2 receptor in the interaction with 2-iodomelatonin. 2-iodomelatonin 219-234 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 181-185 15525337-5 2004 In the case of TM VI, the substitution G271T caused substantial decrease in 2-iodomelatonin binding to the hMT2 receptor. 2-iodomelatonin 76-91 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 107-111 15178055-1 2004 Coupled HPLC-ICP-MS has been used to quantitatively study the effects of GSSG and GSH on the ability of metallothionein (MTII) to donate essential and non-essential metals to apo-carbonic anhydrase. Glutathione Disulfide 73-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 121-125 15293992-4 2004 Binding affinity at human cloned MT1 and MT2 receptors was measured by 2-[125I]iodomelatonin displacement assay and intrinsic activity by the GTPgammaS test. 2-(125I)Iodomelatonin 71-92 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 41-44 15293992-7 2004 N-(8-Methoxy-10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-10-ylmethyl)propionamide (4c) and -butyramide (4d) were the most selective MT2 receptor antagonists of the series, with MT2 receptor affinity comparable to that of melatonin and as such among the highest reported in the literature for MLT receptor antagonists. n-(8-methoxy-10,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-10-ylmethyl)propionamide 0-78 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 15293992-7 2004 N-(8-Methoxy-10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-10-ylmethyl)propionamide (4c) and -butyramide (4d) were the most selective MT2 receptor antagonists of the series, with MT2 receptor affinity comparable to that of melatonin and as such among the highest reported in the literature for MLT receptor antagonists. n-(8-methoxy-10,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-10-ylmethyl)propionamide 0-78 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 174-177 15293992-7 2004 N-(8-Methoxy-10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-10-ylmethyl)propionamide (4c) and -butyramide (4d) were the most selective MT2 receptor antagonists of the series, with MT2 receptor affinity comparable to that of melatonin and as such among the highest reported in the literature for MLT receptor antagonists. butyramide 89-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 129-132 15293992-7 2004 N-(8-Methoxy-10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-10-ylmethyl)propionamide (4c) and -butyramide (4d) were the most selective MT2 receptor antagonists of the series, with MT2 receptor affinity comparable to that of melatonin and as such among the highest reported in the literature for MLT receptor antagonists. butyramide 89-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 174-177 15293992-8 2004 The acetamide derivative 4b produced a noticeable reduction of GTPgammaS binding at MT2 receptor, thus being among the few inverse agonists described. acetamide 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-87 15178055-0 2004 Metal donation and apo-metalloenzyme activation by stable isotopically labeled metallothionein. Metals 0-5 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 79-94 15178055-1 2004 Coupled HPLC-ICP-MS has been used to quantitatively study the effects of GSSG and GSH on the ability of metallothionein (MTII) to donate essential and non-essential metals to apo-carbonic anhydrase. Glutathione Disulfide 73-77 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-119 15203165-2 2004 The binding affinity of these compounds for human MT(1) and MT(2) receptors was determined using 2-[(125)I]-iodomelatonin as the radioligand. ]-iodomelatonin 106-121 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-65 15177448-1 2004 Considering the recent challenge to the medicinal chemists for the development of selective melatonin receptor ligands, an attempt has been made to explore physicochemical requirements of benzofuran derivatives for binding with human MT1 and MT2 receptor subtypes and also to explore selectivity requirements. benzofuran 188-198 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 242-245 15178055-1 2004 Coupled HPLC-ICP-MS has been used to quantitatively study the effects of GSSG and GSH on the ability of metallothionein (MTII) to donate essential and non-essential metals to apo-carbonic anhydrase. Glutathione Disulfide 82-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 104-119 15178055-1 2004 Coupled HPLC-ICP-MS has been used to quantitatively study the effects of GSSG and GSH on the ability of metallothionein (MTII) to donate essential and non-essential metals to apo-carbonic anhydrase. Glutathione Disulfide 82-85 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 121-125 15178055-2 2004 Stable isotopically labeled (67)Zn(3)Cd(4) MTII was used to enable Zn donated from MTII to be differentiated from extraneous sources of Zn. zn(3)cd 32-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-47 15178055-2 2004 Stable isotopically labeled (67)Zn(3)Cd(4) MTII was used to enable Zn donated from MTII to be differentiated from extraneous sources of Zn. zn(3)cd 32-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-87 15178055-2 2004 Stable isotopically labeled (67)Zn(3)Cd(4) MTII was used to enable Zn donated from MTII to be differentiated from extraneous sources of Zn. Zinc 32-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-87 15178055-2 2004 Stable isotopically labeled (67)Zn(3)Cd(4) MTII was used to enable Zn donated from MTII to be differentiated from extraneous sources of Zn. Zinc 67-69 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 43-47 15178055-2 2004 Stable isotopically labeled (67)Zn(3)Cd(4) MTII was used to enable Zn donated from MTII to be differentiated from extraneous sources of Zn. Zinc 67-69 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 83-87 15178055-3 2004 Transfer of both (67)Zn and Cd from MTII to apo-carbonic anhydrase was noted in the absence of either GSSG or GSH. Zinc 21-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-40 15178055-3 2004 Transfer of both (67)Zn and Cd from MTII to apo-carbonic anhydrase was noted in the absence of either GSSG or GSH. Cadmium 28-30 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 36-40 15178055-5 2004 Thereafter, a gradual increase in the (67)Zn content at the expense of Cd was noted over 24-h indicating continued interaction and exchange between MTII and the enzyme commensurate with the relative preferences shown by the proteins for these two metals. Zinc 42-44 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 148-152 14700558-2 2004 All sulfur analogues show a decreased binding affinity at human MT1 and MT2 receptors and a reduced potency as melatonin agonists on the Xenopus melanophore assay. Sulfur 4-10 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 14980664-2 2004 The binding affinity of these compounds for human MT(1) and MT(2) receptors was determined using 2-[(125)I]-iodomelatonin as the radioligand. ]-iodomelatonin 106-121 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 60-65 14966866-6 2004 With MT overexpression, we observed an acute buffering effect manifested as a dampening of stimulus-induced increases in [Zn2+]i. Zinc 122-126 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 5-7 15013015-0 2004 4-Substituted anilides as selective melatonin MT2 receptor agonists. 4-substituted anilides 0-22 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 46-49 14604781-7 2003 Moreover, MT-II treatment significantly increases survival of dopaminergic neurons exposed to 6-hydroxydopamine (6-OHDA) and protects significantly hippocampal neurons from amyloid beta-peptide-induced neurotoxicity. Oxidopamine 113-119 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 10-15 14964369-1 2004 As part of a project studying the interactions between farming practices, soil erosion processes, and fate of agricultural pollutants into runoff waters, we conducted a pilot study to investigate the relationship between metal contents and metallothionein-2A (MT-2A) as a bioindicator of metal exposure. Metals 221-226 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 240-258 14964369-1 2004 As part of a project studying the interactions between farming practices, soil erosion processes, and fate of agricultural pollutants into runoff waters, we conducted a pilot study to investigate the relationship between metal contents and metallothionein-2A (MT-2A) as a bioindicator of metal exposure. Metals 221-226 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 260-265 14964369-1 2004 As part of a project studying the interactions between farming practices, soil erosion processes, and fate of agricultural pollutants into runoff waters, we conducted a pilot study to investigate the relationship between metal contents and metallothionein-2A (MT-2A) as a bioindicator of metal exposure. Metals 240-245 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 260-265 14964369-9 2004 Although still preliminary, in the absence of longer monitoring, this study shows that MT-2A gene expression is a useful tool to complement chemical analysis in assessing metal elements in water. Metals 171-176 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-92 14964369-9 2004 Although still preliminary, in the absence of longer monitoring, this study shows that MT-2A gene expression is a useful tool to complement chemical analysis in assessing metal elements in water. Water 189-194 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-92 14604781-7 2003 Moreover, MT-II treatment significantly increases survival of dopaminergic neurons exposed to 6-hydroxydopamine (6-OHDA) and protects significantly hippocampal neurons from amyloid beta-peptide-induced neurotoxicity. Oxidopamine 94-111 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 10-15 14555400-7 2003 It was shown that acute exposure to either As(3+) or Cd(2+) increased the levels of mRNAs for the MT-1E, MT-1X, and MT-2A genes, whereas extended exposure only increased these mRNAs following exposure to Cd(2+). Arsenic(3+) ion 43-49 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-121 14555400-7 2003 It was shown that acute exposure to either As(3+) or Cd(2+) increased the levels of mRNAs for the MT-1E, MT-1X, and MT-2A genes, whereas extended exposure only increased these mRNAs following exposure to Cd(2+). Cadmium 53-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 116-121 14521627-0 2003 Melatonin prevents apoptosis and enhances HSP27 mRNA expression induced by heat shock in HL-60 cells: possible involvement of the MT2 receptor. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 130-133 14521627-3 2003 This effect of melatonin is saturable at nanomolar concentrations and appears to be mediated by the MT2 subtype melatonin receptor. Melatonin 15-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 100-103 14521627-4 2003 The high affinity melatonin receptor agonist, 2-iodomelatonin, reproduced the melatonin effect while it was fully blocked by the selective MT2 antagonist 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetraline. 2-iodomelatonin 46-61 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 139-142 14521627-4 2003 The high affinity melatonin receptor agonist, 2-iodomelatonin, reproduced the melatonin effect while it was fully blocked by the selective MT2 antagonist 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetraline. Melatonin 18-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 139-142 14521627-4 2003 The high affinity melatonin receptor agonist, 2-iodomelatonin, reproduced the melatonin effect while it was fully blocked by the selective MT2 antagonist 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetraline. 4-phenyl-2-propionamidotetraline 154-186 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 139-142 14521627-5 2003 The melatonin response to heat shock-induced apoptosis was pertussis toxin sensitive and, interestingly, the non-selective MT1/MT2 melatonin receptor ligand luzindole was found to display agonistic activity. Melatonin 4-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 127-130 14521627-5 2003 The melatonin response to heat shock-induced apoptosis was pertussis toxin sensitive and, interestingly, the non-selective MT1/MT2 melatonin receptor ligand luzindole was found to display agonistic activity. luzindole 157-166 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 127-130 14550308-6 2003 Because metallothioneins are associated with cell proliferation and CR, the PKCmu-MT 2A interaction may contribute to CR and/or AI in PC. Chromium 118-120 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 82-87 15009533-0 2004 Biological and conformational study of beta-substituted prolines in MT-II template: steric effects leading to human MC5 receptor selectivity. beta-substituted prolines 39-64 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 68-73 15127941-0 2003 Chimeric NDP-MSH and MTII melanocortin peptides with agouti-related protein (AGRP) Arg-Phe-Phe amino acids possess agonist melanocortin receptor activity. arg-phe-phe amino acids 83-106 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 21-25 12957828-5 2003 We also review melatonin-mediated responses through activation of melatonin receptors (MT1, MT2, and MT3) highlighting their involvement in modulation of CNS, hypothalamic-hypophyseal-gonadal axis, cardiovascular, and immune functions. Melatonin 15-24 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 92-95 12957828-7 2003 Activation of the MT2 melatonin receptor phase shifts circadian rhythms generated within the SCN, inhibits dopamine release in the retina, induces vasodilation, enhances splenocyte proliferation and inhibits leukocyte rolling in the microvasculature. Dopamine 107-115 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 18-21 12764576-2 2003 Melatonin exerts its multiple roles mainly through two seven transmembrane domain, G-coupled receptors, namely MT1 or MT2 receptors. Melatonin 0-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 118-121 14531843-0 2003 Extensive structure-activity studies of lactam derivatives of MT-II and SHU-9119: their activity and selectivity at human melanocortin receptors 3, 4, and 5. Lactams 40-46 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 62-67 12823612-3 2003 Additionally, MT2 expression in human ventricular specimens was analysed, as melatonin was shown to affect myocyte function. Melatonin 77-86 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 14-17 12858341-6 2003 These effects were reversed by overexpression of metallothionein IIa, a gene highly responsive to cadmium and other metals. Cadmium 98-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 49-68 12716893-1 2003 The robust induction of metallothionein-I and II (MT-I and MT-II) genes by several heavy metals such as zinc and cadmium requires the specific transcription factor metal-responsive transcription factor 1 (MTF1). Cadmium 113-120 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 24-48 12764576-3 2003 A pharmacological characterization of these human cloned melatonin hMT1 and hMT2 receptors stably expressed in HEK-293 or CHO cells is presented using a 2-[125I]-iodo-melatonin binding assay and a [35S]-GTPgammaS functional assay. CAV protocol 122-125 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-80 12764576-3 2003 A pharmacological characterization of these human cloned melatonin hMT1 and hMT2 receptors stably expressed in HEK-293 or CHO cells is presented using a 2-[125I]-iodo-melatonin binding assay and a [35S]-GTPgammaS functional assay. Melatonin 57-66 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-80 12764576-3 2003 A pharmacological characterization of these human cloned melatonin hMT1 and hMT2 receptors stably expressed in HEK-293 or CHO cells is presented using a 2-[125I]-iodo-melatonin binding assay and a [35S]-GTPgammaS functional assay. Sulfur-35 198-201 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-80 12519889-8 2003 However, cortisol production stimulated by 100 nM ACTH was significantly inhibited by low melatonin concentrations (0.1-100 nM); this inhibitory effect was reversed by the mt1/MT2 melatonin antagonist luzindole. Hydrocortisone 9-17 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 176-179 12622835-4 2003 Both the MT1 and MT2 melatonin receptors are present in the retina and retinal melatonin does not contribute to circulating levels, suggesting that retinal melatonin acts locally as a neurohormone and/or neuromodulator. Melatonin 21-30 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 17-20 12614479-8 2003 Reduction in cell death was significant following treatment with melatonin at 10(-3), 10(-4), or 10(-5) m. Reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction showed that human mt1 and MT2 membrane receptors were not expressed in the cultured neuronal cells. Melatonin 65-74 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 181-184 12604667-0 2003 Short-term exposure to melatonin differentially affects the functional sensitivity and trafficking of the hMT1 and hMT2 melatonin receptors. Melatonin 23-32 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 115-119 12566070-7 2003 Preincubation overnight with 150 microM zinc sulfate or 5 microM cadmium chloride induced a 20- to 30-fold increase of MT2A mRNA; high levels of MT2A mRNA were maintained during the subsequent challenge period with AA, even after the zinc was removed. Zinc Sulfate 40-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-123 12566070-7 2003 Preincubation overnight with 150 microM zinc sulfate or 5 microM cadmium chloride induced a 20- to 30-fold increase of MT2A mRNA; high levels of MT2A mRNA were maintained during the subsequent challenge period with AA, even after the zinc was removed. Zinc Sulfate 40-52 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 145-149 12566070-7 2003 Preincubation overnight with 150 microM zinc sulfate or 5 microM cadmium chloride induced a 20- to 30-fold increase of MT2A mRNA; high levels of MT2A mRNA were maintained during the subsequent challenge period with AA, even after the zinc was removed. Cadmium Chloride 65-81 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 119-123 12556398-9 2003 Cd(2+) and Zn(2+) induced metallothionein IIa to five times higher levels than metallothionein Ig. Cadmium 0-2 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-45 12556398-9 2003 Cd(2+) and Zn(2+) induced metallothionein IIa to five times higher levels than metallothionein Ig. Zinc 11-13 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 26-45 12943203-2 2003 These new melatonin analogues were evaluated on human receptors MT1 and MT2 and have a similar affinity to that of melatonin itself. Melatonin 10-19 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 72-75 12538005-0 2003 Design and synthesis of 3-phenyl tetrahydronaphthalenic derivatives as new selective MT2 melatoninergic ligands. 3-phenyl tetrahydronaphthalenic 24-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 85-88 12519889-8 2003 However, cortisol production stimulated by 100 nM ACTH was significantly inhibited by low melatonin concentrations (0.1-100 nM); this inhibitory effect was reversed by the mt1/MT2 melatonin antagonist luzindole. Melatonin 90-99 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 176-179 12519889-8 2003 However, cortisol production stimulated by 100 nM ACTH was significantly inhibited by low melatonin concentrations (0.1-100 nM); this inhibitory effect was reversed by the mt1/MT2 melatonin antagonist luzindole. Melatonin 180-189 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 176-179 12519889-8 2003 However, cortisol production stimulated by 100 nM ACTH was significantly inhibited by low melatonin concentrations (0.1-100 nM); this inhibitory effect was reversed by the mt1/MT2 melatonin antagonist luzindole. luzindole 201-210 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 176-179 12173077-2 2002 The mRNA for MT-2A, a major metallothionein isoform in humans, was detected in subcutaneous fat using a specific antisense oligonucleotide probe. Oligonucleotides 123-138 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 13-18 12153718-0 2002 Interactions of arsenic with human metallothionein-2. Arsenic 16-23 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 35-52 12153718-3 2002 MALDI-TOF-MS revealed that the structure of the adduct formed by arsenic and hMT-2 (As-hMT-2) was not homogeneous. Arsenic 65-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 87-92 12153718-4 2002 The maximum molar ratio of arsenic to hMT-2 was found to be more than 6:1 on ICP-AES, UV absorption spectroscopy and MALDI-TOF-MS. Arsenic 27-34 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 38-43 12153718-5 2002 The ratio of the number of sulfhydryl groups in hMT-2 that bound arsenic was 3:1, which is the same as the ratios reported previously for arsenic-glutathione and arsenic-phytochelatin complexes. Arsenic 65-72 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-53 12153718-5 2002 The ratio of the number of sulfhydryl groups in hMT-2 that bound arsenic was 3:1, which is the same as the ratios reported previously for arsenic-glutathione and arsenic-phytochelatin complexes. Arsenic 138-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-53 12153718-5 2002 The ratio of the number of sulfhydryl groups in hMT-2 that bound arsenic was 3:1, which is the same as the ratios reported previously for arsenic-glutathione and arsenic-phytochelatin complexes. Glutathione 146-157 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-53 12153718-5 2002 The ratio of the number of sulfhydryl groups in hMT-2 that bound arsenic was 3:1, which is the same as the ratios reported previously for arsenic-glutathione and arsenic-phytochelatin complexes. Arsenic 138-145 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 48-53 12385685-4 2002 AZT-Val, AZT-Leu, AZT-iLeu, AZT-Phen, AZT-Ac and AZT-Iso have shown a similar or higher selectivity index than that of AZT itself, in one or both of the different cell cultures used (PBMC and MT2). AZT-Val 0-7 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 192-195 12385685-4 2002 AZT-Val, AZT-Leu, AZT-iLeu, AZT-Phen, AZT-Ac and AZT-Iso have shown a similar or higher selectivity index than that of AZT itself, in one or both of the different cell cultures used (PBMC and MT2). 3'-azido-3'-deoxy-5'-O-isonicotinoylthymidine 49-56 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 192-195 12385685-4 2002 AZT-Val, AZT-Leu, AZT-iLeu, AZT-Phen, AZT-Ac and AZT-Iso have shown a similar or higher selectivity index than that of AZT itself, in one or both of the different cell cultures used (PBMC and MT2). Zidovudine 0-3 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 192-195 11888668-2 2002 The mt1 receptor, but not the MT2 receptor, is expressed in human breast tumor cell lines, and melatonin-induced growth suppression can be mimicked by the mt1 and MT2 agonist, AMMTC, and blocked by the antagonist, CBPT. Melatonin 95-104 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 163-166 12042074-2 2002 Hexamethylene-bisacetamide (HMBA), which induces differentiation and activates protein kinase C (PKC), synergistically augments the induction of both MT-I and MT-II mRNAs in response to heme-hemopexin, but attenuates the induction of HO-1. hexamethylene bisacetamide 0-26 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-164 12042074-2 2002 Hexamethylene-bisacetamide (HMBA), which induces differentiation and activates protein kinase C (PKC), synergistically augments the induction of both MT-I and MT-II mRNAs in response to heme-hemopexin, but attenuates the induction of HO-1. hexamethylene bisacetamide 28-32 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-164 12042074-2 2002 Hexamethylene-bisacetamide (HMBA), which induces differentiation and activates protein kinase C (PKC), synergistically augments the induction of both MT-I and MT-II mRNAs in response to heme-hemopexin, but attenuates the induction of HO-1. Heme 186-190 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 159-164 11814364-1 2002 We have previously established that ATP binds to mammalian metallothionein-2 (MT). Adenosine Triphosphate 36-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 59-76 12541977-3 2002 After a series of optimization, the separation and determination of MT1 and MT2 were obtained within 10 min by using the phosphate buffer system consisting of 0.02 mol/L Na2HPO4 and 0.02 mol/L NaH2PO4 (pH 7.0), and UV detection at 200 nm. Phosphates 121-130 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-79 12541977-3 2002 After a series of optimization, the separation and determination of MT1 and MT2 were obtained within 10 min by using the phosphate buffer system consisting of 0.02 mol/L Na2HPO4 and 0.02 mol/L NaH2PO4 (pH 7.0), and UV detection at 200 nm. sodium phosphate 170-177 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-79 12541977-3 2002 After a series of optimization, the separation and determination of MT1 and MT2 were obtained within 10 min by using the phosphate buffer system consisting of 0.02 mol/L Na2HPO4 and 0.02 mol/L NaH2PO4 (pH 7.0), and UV detection at 200 nm. sodium phosphate 193-200 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 76-79 11814364-1 2002 We have previously established that ATP binds to mammalian metallothionein-2 (MT). Adenosine Triphosphate 36-39 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 78-80 11814364-2 2002 The interaction between ATP and MT and the associated conformational change of the protein affect the sulfhydryl reactivity and zinc transfer potential of MT [Jiang, L.-J., Maret, W., and Vallee, B. L. (1998) The ATP-metallothionein complex. Adenosine Triphosphate 24-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-34 11814364-2 2002 The interaction between ATP and MT and the associated conformational change of the protein affect the sulfhydryl reactivity and zinc transfer potential of MT [Jiang, L.-J., Maret, W., and Vallee, B. L. (1998) The ATP-metallothionein complex. Adenosine Triphosphate 24-27 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 155-157 11814364-2 2002 The interaction between ATP and MT and the associated conformational change of the protein affect the sulfhydryl reactivity and zinc transfer potential of MT [Jiang, L.-J., Maret, W., and Vallee, B. L. (1998) The ATP-metallothionein complex. Adenosine Triphosphate 213-216 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 32-34 11814364-2 2002 The interaction between ATP and MT and the associated conformational change of the protein affect the sulfhydryl reactivity and zinc transfer potential of MT [Jiang, L.-J., Maret, W., and Vallee, B. L. (1998) The ATP-metallothionein complex. Adenosine Triphosphate 213-216 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 155-157 11814364-9 2002 (35)Cl NMR spectroscopy has further identified chloride as an additional biological MT ligand, which can interfere with the interaction of ATP with MT. Chlorides 47-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-86 11814364-9 2002 (35)Cl NMR spectroscopy has further identified chloride as an additional biological MT ligand, which can interfere with the interaction of ATP with MT. Chlorides 47-55 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 148-150 11814364-9 2002 (35)Cl NMR spectroscopy has further identified chloride as an additional biological MT ligand, which can interfere with the interaction of ATP with MT. Adenosine Triphosphate 139-142 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 84-86 11814364-9 2002 (35)Cl NMR spectroscopy has further identified chloride as an additional biological MT ligand, which can interfere with the interaction of ATP with MT. Adenosine Triphosphate 139-142 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 148-150 11814364-10 2002 (1)H NMR/TOCSY spectra demonstrate that ATP binding affects the N- and C-terminal amino acids of the MT molecule. Adenosine Triphosphate 40-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 101-103 11814364-12 2002 Moreover, this technique demonstrates that the otherwise nearly linear MT molecule bends by about 20 degrees at its central hinge region between the domains in the presence of ATP. Adenosine Triphosphate 176-179 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 71-73 11814364-14 2002 The interaction suggests a mechanism for the cellular translocation, retention, and reactivity of the ATP*MT complex in the mitochondrial intermembrane space. Adenosine Triphosphate 102-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 106-108 11502567-5 2001 Exposure of human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC) to increasing concentrations of glucose resulted in a rapid dose-dependent increase in MT-2 and ET-1 mRNA expression. Glucose 91-98 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 146-159 12187490-7 2002 Expression of MT I and MT II mRNA was increased by both phagocytosis and hydrogen peroxide, however MT III was not induced by either stress. Hydrogen Peroxide 73-90 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 23-28 11693492-2 2001 Treatment of the cells with 100 microM As3+ for 4 h resulted in a significant increase in the MT-1 and MT-2 proteins immediately preceding and following removal of the stress. as3+ 39-43 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 103-107 11502567-7 2001 Preincubation of the cells with the specific ET(B) antagonist BQ-788 blocked MT-2 mRNA expression more effectively than the ET(A) inhibitor TBC-11251. BQ 788 62-68 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 77-81 11502567-10 2001 These results demonstrate that an increase in extracellular glucose in HUVEC can lead to a rapid dose-dependent increase in MT-2 mRNA expression and to perinuclear localization of MT protein with changes to the cytoskeleton. Glucose 60-67 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 124-128 11520198-0 2001 2-N-acylaminoalkylindoles: design and quantitative structure-activity relationship studies leading to MT2-selective melatonin antagonists. 2-n-acylaminoalkylindoles 0-25 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 102-105 11520198-0 2001 2-N-acylaminoalkylindoles: design and quantitative structure-activity relationship studies leading to MT2-selective melatonin antagonists. Melatonin 116-125 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 102-105 11520198-3 2001 Quantitative structure-activity relationship studies showed that 4-methoxy-2-(N-acylaminomethyl)indoles, with a benzyl group in position 1, were selective MT2 antagonists and, in particular, N-[(1-p-chlorobenzyl-4-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)methyl]propanamide (12) behaved as a pure antagonist at MT1 and MT2 receptors, with a 148-fold selectivity for MT2. 4-methoxy-2-(n-acylaminomethyl)indoles 65-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 155-158 11520198-3 2001 Quantitative structure-activity relationship studies showed that 4-methoxy-2-(N-acylaminomethyl)indoles, with a benzyl group in position 1, were selective MT2 antagonists and, in particular, N-[(1-p-chlorobenzyl-4-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)methyl]propanamide (12) behaved as a pure antagonist at MT1 and MT2 receptors, with a 148-fold selectivity for MT2. 4-methoxy-2-(n-acylaminomethyl)indoles 65-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 300-303 11520198-3 2001 Quantitative structure-activity relationship studies showed that 4-methoxy-2-(N-acylaminomethyl)indoles, with a benzyl group in position 1, were selective MT2 antagonists and, in particular, N-[(1-p-chlorobenzyl-4-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)methyl]propanamide (12) behaved as a pure antagonist at MT1 and MT2 receptors, with a 148-fold selectivity for MT2. 4-methoxy-2-(n-acylaminomethyl)indoles 65-103 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 300-303 11520198-4 2001 We present a topographical model that suggests a lipophilic group, located out of the plane of the indole ring of MLT, as the key feature of the MT2 selective antagonists. indole 99-105 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 145-148 11306562-1 2001 The metal-regulatory transcription factor 1 (MTF-1) is a key regulator of heavy metal-induced transcription of metallothionein I and II and other genes in mammals and other metazoans. Metals 4-9 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 111-135 11421579-3 2001 We have recently shown that the exogenous administration of the antioxidant protein zinc-metallothionein-II (Zn-MT-II) significantly decreased the clinical symptoms, mortality, and leukocyte infiltration of the CNS during EAE. zinc-metallothionein-ii 84-107 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 112-117 11515845-18 2001 Lower levels of MTIIa in NRs may indicate a diminished efficiency of GR regulation in steroid-refractory patients. Steroids 86-93 metallothionein 2A Homo sapiens 16-21