Review ArticleOpen accessIn the author namesJAK Inhibitors for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Assessing Efficacy and Safety in TreatmentAnastasia V. Poznyak, Varvara A Orekhova, Natalia Vladimirovna Elizova et al.Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by synovial inflammation, progressive joint destruction, and systemic complications. Dysregulated cytokine signaling through the Janus kinase/signal transducer and activator of transcription (JAK/STAT) pathway plays a central role in RA pathogenesis, making JAK inhibitors an important therapeutic option. Tofacitinib, baricitinib, and upadacitinib are oral targeted synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs that interfere with … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 4 · 8 Oct 2026 · 412 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the author namesResveratrol for Atherosclerosis: Potential MechanismsAnastasia Vladimirovna Poznyak, Sergey Kozlov, Gulalek A Babayeva et al.Cardiovascular disease is a big problem around the world. At the heart of most serious cardiovascular diseases is such a pathology as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a complex set of interactions between inflammation, oxidative stress, lipid disorders, and other molecular, genetic, and lifestyle factors. It is this complexity and multicomponent nature of atherogenesis that make the treatment of atherosclerosis a non-trivial … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 2 · 11 Aug 2026 · 605 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the author namesAdipokines Overview: The Major Component of Immune DysregulationAnastasia Vladimirovna Poznyak, Daria Dmitryevna Borodko, Stanislav Anatolievich Antonov et al.Purpose of Review: Obesity is increasingly recognized as an immune endocrine disorder rather than only a metabolic condition. This review critically examines how adipokines particularly adiponectin, resistin, adipsin, and chemerin mediate the interplay between obesity and autoimmunity. Unlike previous reviews that broadly surveyed cytokines, our focus is on comparative roles of specific adipokines across multiple autoimmune diseases. Recent Findings: Evidence … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 3 · 11 Aug 2026 · 879 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the author namesThe Intricate Relationship between Obesity and Type 2 DiabetesAnastasia V. Poznyak, Elizaveta M. Pleshko, Aleksandra S. Utkina et al.The rising prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has emerged as one of the most pressing global public health challenges, profoundly impacting various demographic groups worldwide. This review synthesizes recent epidemiological data and explores the intricate biochemical mechanisms linking obesity to T2DM. We highlight the multifactorial nature of obesity, characterized by excessive adipose tissue, systemic inflammation, and … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 9 Aug 2026 · 455 accessesView PDFCite
Literature ReviewOpen accessIn the author namesMicroRNAs in Atherosclerosis: Key Players, Diagnostic Potential, and Therapeutic OpportunitiesAnastasia V Poznyak, Stanislav Anatolievich Antonov, Ulyana V. Rozhkova et al.Atherosclerosis is a significant contributor to cardiovascular diseases, often progressing silently over many years before clinical symptoms manifest. The multifaceted pathogenesis of atherosclerosis, involving processes such as endothelial dysfunction and inflammation, presents challenges in early diagnosis and effective treatment. MicroRNAs (miRNAs), a class of non-coding RNA molecules with post-transcriptional gene regulation abilities, have emerged as potential key players in atherosclerosis … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 2 · 25 Jul 2026 · 740 accessesView PDFCite
Literature ReviewOpen accessIn the author namesIntracranial Atherosclerotic Disease: Treatment Potential and Diagnostic OpportunitiesAnastasia Vladimirovna Poznyak, Victoria Alexandrovna Khotina, Anton Yuvenalievich Postnov et al.Atherosclerosis, characterized by the accumulation of atherosclerotic plaques within large arteries, substantially increases the risk of cardiovascular events, including ischemic stroke. Intracranial atherosclerotic disease (ICAD) represents a particularly significant clinical threat given its strong association with ischemic stroke across multiple intracranial arterial territories. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of intracranial atherosclerosis. Special attention … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 5 May 2026 · 1,093 accessesView PDFCite
Review ArticleOpen accessIn the author namesRole of HDL in Atherogenesis: Cholesterol and AtheroprotectionAnastasia Vladimirovna Poznyak, Vasily Nikolaevich Sukhorukov, Victor Yurievich Glanz et al.Atherosclerosis is a major global health burden, responsible for a significant proportion of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide. Its high prevalence and severe clinical consequences have made it a subject of extensive research. Despite considerable advances, the complexity of its pathogenesis continues to hinder the development of effective preventive strategies and therapeutic interventions. Current evidence implicates chronic inflammation, dysregulated lipid … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 1 · 3 Apr 2026 · 1,476 accessesView PDFCite
Literature ReviewOpen accessIn the author namesUnraveling NETosis: From Immune Mechanisms to Therapeutic InnovationsAnastasia V. Poznyak, Alexey V. Churov, Gulalek Amanmyradovna Babayeva et al.Neutrophil Extracellular Traps (NETs) are integral to immune responses, serving both protective and pathological roles in inflammatory diseases. Despite increasing recognition of NETs, significant gaps remain in understanding the nuanced mechanisms of NETosis and its implications for health and disease. This review systematically explores NETosis—the formation of NETs—by elucidating the molecular signaling pathways and cellular mechanisms involved. We highlight the … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 4 · 21 Feb 2026 · 1,678 accessesView PDFCite
Literature ReviewOpen accessIn the author namesSigns of Predisposition to Atherosclerosis in Fetal DevelopmentAnastasia Vladimirovna Poznyak, Igor Alexandrovich Sobenin, Elizaveta M. Pleshko et al.Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) remains a significant global health concern, contributing to a substantial number of deaths worldwide. The etiology of this condition is multifaceted, influenced by a plethora of genetic and environmental determinants. Notably, certain risk factors and predictive markers associated with ASCVD may already present or emerge during the prenatal or neonatal period. Early recognition of these markers … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 25, Issue 4 · 15 Feb 2026 · 1,302 accessesView PDFCite