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Non-contact electro capacitive cancer therapy (ECCT) modulate the mRNA expression of p53, Apaf-1, survivin, NF-κB, TSP-1 and bFGF in DMBA-induced breast cancer rat Hidayah, Nurul; Putra, Agung; Alamsyah, Firman; Pratiwi, Rarastoeti
Indonesian Journal of Biomedicine and Clinical Sciences Vol 58 No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Published by Universitas Gadjah Mada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/inajbcs.v58i1.24954

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer that causes death in women in the world. Cancer development is facilitated by the inhibition of apoptosis and induction of angiogenesis. Current cancer therapy still encounters problems in the form of recurrence, resistance, and side effects of drugs. Non-contact static electric field therapy, electro capacity cancer therapy (ECCT) with medium frequency, is a therapy developed to inhibit the proliferation of tumor cells. This study aimed to determine the mRNA expression of p53, Apaf-1, survivin related to apoptosis and NF-κB, bFGF and TSP-1 related to angiogenesis in rat breast tumor tissue after ECCT frequency of 150 kHz. Breast tissue samples and rat breast tumor nodules stored in RNA later at -20°C were used. The tissue was obtained from the non-induction non-therapy (NINT) group, induction non-therapy (INT), non-induction therapy (NIT), and induction therapy (IT). mRNA expression of p53, Apaf-1, NF-κB, bFGF and TSP-1 were analyzed using qRT-PCR and calculated with the Livak formula. Data were analyzed using one-way Anova and post-hoc LSD. The results showed that, mRNA expression of p53, Apaf-1 and TSP-1 in the IT group increased significantly, and mRNA expression of survivin and bFGF decreased significantly compared to the INT group. However, the expression of NF-κB mRNA in the IT group remained the same as in the INT group. In conclusion, ECCT with a frequency of 150 kHz upregulates p53, Apaf-1 and TSP-1 mRNA expression and downregulates survivin and bFGF mRNA expression but have no effect on NF-κB mRNA expression in rat breast tumor tissue.
In vivo study on the effect of noni leaf extract cream (Morinda Citrifolia L) on PDGF and TNF-α levels in cut wounds Sari, Shintia Devi Arum; Mulyani, Sri Priyantini; Putra, Agung; Setiawan , Eko
MEDISAINS: Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu-Ilmu Kesehatan Vol. 23 No. 3 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30595/medisains.v23i3.25252

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ABSTRACT Background: Skin wounds damage the structure and epithelial tissue, resulting in scar tissue formation. Prolonged wound healing or excessive body response will inhibit the normal process and produce unaesthetic scar tissue. Many plant extracts and their active components can accelerate the wound healing process, Noni leaf extract has antioxidant activity and accelerates wound healing. Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of noni leaf extract cream (Morinda Citrifolia L) on TNF-α and PDGF levels in Wistar rats with incised wounds. Method: A laboratory experimental study with a post-test only control group design. Consisting of five treatment groups, namely the healthy rat group (KS), Negative group (KN) rats with incised wounds without treatment, positive group (KP) rats with incised wounds that were smeared with povidone-iodine cream, treatment group 1 (P1) rats that were smeared with 20% noni leaf extract cream, and treatment group 2 (P2) rats that were smeared with 40% noni leaf extract cream, treatment for 3 days then examined the levels of TNF-α and PDGF skin tissue using the ELISA method. Results: The average TNF-α levels showed a significant difference between groups p of 0.000 (p <0.05) with the One way anova test, the highest average in group (KN) 220.68 pg / mL, there was a decrease in all treatment groups with the lowest TNF-α levels in group (KP) 76.59 pg / mL. The average results of TNF-α levels showed a significant difference of p 0.000 (<0.05) with the One-way ANOVA test, the group without intervention (KP) had the lowest PDGF levels while the group (P2) experienced the highest increase in PDGF levels. Conclusion: Administration of noni leaf extract cream with doses of 20% and 40% had an effect on reducing TNF-α levels and increasing PDGF levels in Wistar rats with incised wounds.
Hypoxia-Conditioned MSC Exosomes Upregulate mTORC1 and Suppress MMP-2 in a UV-B–Induced Collagen Loss Rat Model Fadhillah, Anggrila Sekar; Putra, Agung; Sumarawati, Titiek; Setiawan, Eko
Molecular and Cellular Biomedical Sciences Vol 10, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Molecular and Cellular Biomedical Sciences

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21705/mcbs.v10i1.749

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Background: Ultraviolet-B (UV-B) radiation accelerates photoaging by disrupting extracellular matrix (ECM) homeostasis through dysregulation of mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) and upregulation of matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2). This study evaluated the effects of exosomes of hypoxia-conditioned mesenchymal stem cells (EH-MSCs) on mTORC1 and MMP-2 expression in a UV-B–induced collagen loss rat model.Materials and Methods: Thirty male Wistar rats were randomized into five groups: healthy control, UV-B + saline, UV-B + hyaluronic acid, UV-B + 200 µL EH-MSCs, and UV-B + 300 µL EH-MSCs. Collagen loss was induced by UV-B irradiation for two weeks (10 sessions, 8 min/session). A single treatment was administered on day 22, and tissue was collected on day 29. Exosomes were isolated from hypoxia-conditioned MSCs and characterized by morphology and surface markers. Gene expression of mTORC1 and MMP-2 was assessed by qRT-PCR and analyzed using one-way ANOVA.Results: UV-B exposure induced collagen loss histologically. EH-MSCs significantly increased mTORC1 expression, highest in the 300 µL group (p < 0.001), and reduced MMP-2 expression, lowest in the 300 µL group.Conclusion: EH-MSCs exert dual regulatory effects by upregulating mTORC1 and suppressing MMP-2 in UV-B–induced collagen loss, suggesting therapeutic potential to mitigate photoaging via anabolic signaling (via mTORC1) and reduced ECM degradation (via MMP-2).Keywords: collagen loss, exosomes, MMP-2, mTORC1, UV-B
Hypoxic MSCs Reduce UV-B Collagen Loss by Modulating CD68 and TNF-α Expression Ati, Sri Umi; Putra, Agung; Sumarawati, Titiek; Setiawan, Eko; Ibrahim, Sugeng; Taskworo, Dodik
Indonesian Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology Vol 13, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Indonesian Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/ijpst.v13i1.63650

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Ultraviolet-B (UV-B) radiation-induced skin photoaging is marked by collagen degradation and chronic inflammation, with limited effective treatments currently available. Hypoxic-preconditioned mesenchymal stem cells (H-MSCs) offer a novel therapeutic approach due to their immunomodulatory capabilities. This study evaluated the effects of H-MSCs at two doses (2.5×105 and 5×105 cells) on UVB-induced collagen loss, focusing on CD68 expression and TNF-α levels in a rat model. Male Wistar rats were divided into five groups: healthy controls, UV-B-exposed negative controls (saline), positive controls (hyaluronic acid), and two H-MSC-treated groups. After UV-B exposure (160 mJ/cm², five times per week for two weeks), validated H-MSCs were administered subcutaneously. Collagen content was assessed histologically, while CD68 gene expression and TNF-α levels were measured by qRT-PCR and ELISA, respectively. UVB exposure led to significant reductions in collagen and increased levels of inflammatory markers. H-MSC treatment showed dose-dependent anti-inflammatory effects, with the higher dose (5×105 cells) optimally reducing CD68 expression and TNF-α levels, nearly matching healthy controls. These results suggest that H-MSCs, particularly at higher doses, may be a promising therapy for UVB-induced skin damage and collagen loss.
The Application of Tapak Dara (Catharanthus roseus) Extract Ointment Reducing IL-6 and MMP-1 Production in Photodamaged Rat's Skin Ramayanti, Desiani Putri; Putra, Agung; Sumarawati, Titiek
JPSCR: Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Clinical Research Vol 11, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Sebelas Maret

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/jpscr.v11i1.92970

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Tapak dara Catharanthus roseus (L.) Don extract possesses promising properties that could counteract the detrimental effects of UV-B exposure. Its inherent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capabilities suggest its potential as a therapeutic agent for managing UV-B-induced skin damage. This study aims to analyze the effect of tapak dara extract ointment on IL-6 and MMP-1 levels in photodamaged skin. Twenty-five healthy male Wistar rats were divided into two groups: a healthy control group (n = 5) and a UVB-exposed group (n = 20). The UVB-exposed rats received 1 MED for 8 minutes per day, for 10 sessions over 14 days. Skin tissue was collected on day 15 to assess skin damage and validate collagen loss using immunohistochemistry. After validation, photodamaged skin rats were divided equally into four experimental groups: placebo (P2), vitamin E (P3), tapak dara extract 10% (P4), and 20% (P5). The rats were sacrificed at the end of the study, and the skin tissues were analyzed for IL-6 and MMP-1 using ELISA. Based on the analysis results, groups P4 and P5 produced average levels of IL-6 and MMP-1 that were significantly lower than those in P2 (p < 0.050). IL-6 and MMP-1 levels in group P5 reached 188.60 ± 40.60 pg/mL and 1,611 ± 344 pg/mL, respectively. This is likely due to the secondary metabolite content of tapak dara, which acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, suggesting it has potential as a photodamaged skin therapy. As many as 20% tapak dara extract cream effectively reduces IL-6 and MMP-1 levels in UV-B-exposed skin tissue. However, this study did not evaluate changes in skin tissue after treatment with tapak dara extract. Therefore, further research is needed to analyze and validate collagen synthesis following treatment with tapak dara extract.
Co-Authors Agus Widyatmoko, Agus Alif, Iffan Amalina, Nur D. Amalina, Nur Dina Amin, Mustafa M. Andavania, Sheila Jessica Andreas, Yana Antari, Arini Dewi Ati, Sri Umi Azizah Retno Kustiyah Cahyani, Dini Cahyani, Elvana Cahyono, Erwin Budi Candra Satria Irawan, Risky Catharina Suharti Chodidjah Chodidjah Chodijah , Chodijah Darlan, Dewi M. Daulay, Rini S. Delfitri Munir Dewi, Alisia Martha Dirja, Bayu T. Dirja, Bayu Tirta Djannah, Durrotul Edi Dharmana Eko Setiawan Eko Setiawan Erna Mutiara Evita Mayasari Fadhillah, Anggrila Sekar Fahreza, Rakha Fatmawati, Dian Fikriya Novita Sari Firman Alamsyah Fristiani, Yeni Ghaisani, Shabrina Syifa Ginting, Andi R. Hadi Sarosa Haitamy, Mohammad Nurrizki Handoyo, Frigi Eko Hariani, Nova Putri Hasanal, Ihdina Hanifa Hasannuri, Tarrayuana Rhamadia HS, Zakariya Husain, Sofian A. Hutabarat, Nenny Lynda Caroline Hutagalung, Ananta Ibrahim, Sugeng Ignatius Riwanto, Ignatius Intan, Yulice Soraya Nur Irawan Mangunatmadja Irawan, Risky Chandra Irawan, Risky Chandra Satria Isfandiari, Adelia Bayu Iskandar Japardi Jessika, Cleveria Khan, Ahmed Faheem Kuntardjo, Novalia Lusiana Lusiana Mardiana, Ana Maryanti Maryanti Mawarini, Melisa Septi Minidian Fasitasari Muchaeroni, Isa Anshori Muhar, Adi Muradi Noka, Isara Abda Nugraha, Dendi Krisna Nur Anna Chalimah Sadyah NURUL HIDAYAH Nurul Hidayah Pasongka, Zenitalia Pramukarso, Dodik Tugasworo Pramukarso Prasetio, Ardi Prasetyowati Subchan, Prasetyowati Prawitasari, Salindri Purwaningsih, Hesti Rahardja, Carolina Kiwik Ramayanti, Desiani Putri Rarastoeti Pratiwi Rozi, Muhammad F. Rusda, Muhammad Sa’dyah, Nur Anna C Sari, Shintia Devi Arum Selamat Budijitno Setiawan , Eko Setyo Trisnadi Setyo, Trisnadi Shafia, Arina Sisca Silvana, Sisca Sitompul, Faya Nuralda Sri Priyantini Sri Priyantini Mulyani Sri Sofyani, Sri Subchan, Prastyowati Sulistami, Siska Marlina Sulistyo, Sona Sunarto, Hadi Sutrisman, Intan Permatasari Suwandi Ng Syamsunarno, Mas Rizky Syamsunarno, Mas Rizky A.A Taskworo, Dodik Taufiq R Nasihun, Taufiq R Titiek Sumarawati Tjipta, Arya Trisnasi, Setyo Utami, Wulan Dyah Yasmine Azzahara, Salma Yayun Siti Rochmah Yustianingsih, Vivi