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OBJECTIVES/GOALS: This study aimed to characterize urinary exosomal miRNA content in African American adults with diabetic kidney disease. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Male and female participants between the ages of 18 and 65 were recruited from the Diabetes Treatment Center and the Nephrology Clinic at the Howard University Hospital. Exosomes were isolated from cleared urine of healthy controls (n=3), type 2 diabetics (n=3), and participants with chronic kidney disease (n=3). The purity and size of isolated microparticles was evaluated using NanoSight technology (30nm to 120nm size range) and western blot analysis for exosome-specific markers (TSG101 and CD81) RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: Expression of 5 selected microRNAs, miR-4534, miR-320c, miR-451, miR-362-3p and miR-877-3p were evaluated by qRT-PCR. miR-4534 and miR-451 was increased between healthy controls and the type diabetic group. MiR-320c was increased in the CKD group, in comparison to healthy controls. Conversely, there was no difference in miR-877-5p between the three groups. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: These findings will provide insight into the use of circulating miRNAs as early markers of DKD, ultimately creating more effective treatments and preventive measures.

OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Diabetic Kidney Disease (DKD) is a common diabetes complication, often linked to end-stage renal disease in the United States (US). While autophagy and miRNAs are pivotal, miR-451’s specific role remains understudied. Our study explores its renoprotective effects in an accelerated DKD mouse model. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: We assessed the effect of miR-451 mimic treatment on Diabetic Kidney Disease (DKD) in BTBR ob/ob mice, known for their rapid DKD-like renal lesions. Mice were divided into four groups: WT (wild-type), BTBR ob/ob, WT+miR-451 (wild-type with miR-451 mimic), and BTBR ob/ob+miR-451 (BTBR ob/ob with miR-451 mimic). MiR-451 mimics were administered at 2mg/kg body weight once weekly for three consecutive weeks. We collected spot urine and monitored blood glucose levels at each time point. After the treatment period, mice were euthanized for kidney and blood samples. Western blot analysis assessed autophagy-related protein markers. Statistical analysis included Student’s t-test and ANOVA (p

The prevalence of diabetes mellitus (DM) is increasing at a staggering rate around the world. In the United States, more than 30.3 million Americans have DM. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) accounts for 91.2% of diabetic cases and disproportionately affects African Americans and Hispanics. T2DM is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among diabetic patients. While significant advances in T2DM treatment have been made, intensive glucose control has failed to reduce the development of macro and microvascular related deaths in this group. This highlights the need to further elucidate the underlying molecular mechanisms contributing to CVD in the setting of T2DM. Endothelial dysfunction (ED) plays an important role in the development of diabetes-induced vascular complications, including CVD and diabetic nephropathy (DN). Thus, the endothelium provides a lucrative means to investigate the molecular events involved in the development of vascular complications associated with T2DM. microRNAs (miRNA) participate in numerous cellular responses, including mediating messages in vascular homeostasis. Exosomes are small extracellular vesicles (40-160 nanometers) that are abundant in circulation and can deliver various molecules, including miRNAs, from donor to recipient cells to facilitate cell-to-cell communication. Endothelial cells are in constant contact with exosomes (and exosomal content) that can induce a functional response. This review discusses the modulatory role of exosomal miRNAs and proteins in diabetes-induced endothelial dysfunction, highlighting the significance of miRNAs as markers, mediators, and potential therapeutic interventions to ameliorate ED in this patient group.

Present study was conducted in Mohal Khad, Kullu Valley, Himachal Pradesh, investigated the diversity and flower-visiting frequency of insect pollinators on mustard (Brassica campestris). The visual sampling method during the peak bloom of mustards recorded a total of 24 species of insect pollinators from 4 orders, 13 families, and 19 genera, with Hymenoptera being the dominant order, while Coleoptera had the least presence. The Indian honeybee (Apis cerana indica) was the most frequently observed visitor, highlighting its significant role in pollination. Mustards act as an essential foraging source for insect pollinators during early spring in temperate regions, where they bloom earlier than other temperate crops. The findings help emphasize the importance of mustard cultivation along with the conservation of native species, Apis cerana indica, over exotic ones for sustainable agriculture in the Himalayan region. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]