Acupuncture Herb and Nutrition

21/05/2026

Delighted to share our new publication in epilepsy research: “Vitamin D3 prevents epileptic seizures by modulating the Ras signalling pathway via Gnb1 and Casr in acute epilepsy mouse models.”

This study provides new mechanistic insights into the neuroprotective role of vitamin D3 in acute epilepsy. Using PTZ- and KA-induced mouse models, we found that vitamin D3 reduced seizure activity, alleviated hippocampal neuronal damage, and modulated the Casr–Gnb1–Ras signalling pathway.

These findings suggest that vitamin D3 may have potential as an adjunctive neuroprotective strategy in epilepsy and open new directions for understanding the molecular links between calcium signalling, Ras pathway regulation and seizure-related brain injury.

Congratulations to all co-authors and collaborators on this meaningful contribution to epilepsy research.

17/04/2026

📢 New Publication
I am pleased to share our latest research published in Frontiers in Nutrition:
γ-Tocotrienol inhibits HeLa cell proliferation likely via modulation of the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signalling pathway
🔗 https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2026.1804277
This study investigates the anticancer potential of γ-tocotrienol (γ-T3), a natural form of vitamin E, in human cervical cancer (HeLa) cells. The findings suggest that γ-T3 suppresses cancer cell proliferation, induces G0/G1 cell cycle arrest, and promotes apoptosis, likely through modulation of the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signalling pathway, a key regulator of tumour growth and survival.
Notably, γ-T3 demonstrated inhibitory effects comparable to the PI3K inhibitor wortmannin, and combined treatment further enhanced anti-proliferative activity. These results provide mechanistic evidence supporting the potential role of nutrition-relevant bioactive compounds in cancer prevention research and as possible adjunct strategies.
Many thanks to all co-authors for the excellent collaboration.

Introductionγ-Tocotrienol (γ-T3), a natural isoform of vitamin E, has demonstrated anticancer activity; however, its underlying molecular mechanisms remain i...

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30/12/2024

Dear Clients,

As we welcome 2025, I’d like to take a moment to wish you and your family a joyful, healthy, and successful year ahead. May it be filled with happiness, achievements, and prosperity.

We truly value your support and look forward to serving you again in the coming year.

Best wishes for a wonderful New Year!

Warm regards,
Joy/Peter

18/12/2024

Centre for Public Health, School of Health and Social Wellbeing, University of the West of England Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences, Bristol, UK

08/06/2024

I am recruiting a fully funded PhD student to investigate the antiepileptic efficacy and mechanisms of a combination of vitamin D and Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides. For more information, please visit:- https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/investigation-into-the-antiepileptic-efficacy-and-mechanism-of-combination-vitamin-d-and-ganoderma-lucidum-polysaccharides/?p170522
- https://docs.gre.ac.uk/rep/communications-and-recruitment/investigation-into-the-antiepileptic-efficacy-and-mechanism-of-combination-vitamin-d-and-ganoderma-lucidum-polysaccharides
- scholarship informationhttps://docs.gre.ac.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0023/349250/information-on-postgraduate-research-scholarship-fes-sz.pdf
We are looking for a candidate with expertise in cell culture techniques. The research will focus on exploring molecular mechanisms related to antioxidation, apoptosis, and potentially involving metabolomics or proteomics.
Please consider applying through our website at University of Greenwich Application Process
https://www.gre.ac.uk/research/study/application-process

Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me through s.zhou@gre.ac.uk. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you again for your interest or sharing it with someone.

Whether you're looking to study in London or just expand your knowledge, come and join us in-person or online and see what the University of Greenwich has to offer.

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