Novel water-based nanolubricants using TiO2 nanoparticles(NPs)were synthesised by adding sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate(SDBS)and glycerol,which exhibited excellent dispersion stability and wettability.The tribologic...Novel water-based nanolubricants using TiO2 nanoparticles(NPs)were synthesised by adding sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate(SDBS)and glycerol,which exhibited excellent dispersion stability and wettability.The tribological performance of the synthesised nanolubricants was investigated using an Rtec ball-on-disk tribometer,and their application in hot steel rolling was evaluated on a 2-high Hille 100 experimental rolling mill,in comparison to those without SDBS.The water-based nanolubricant containing 4 wt%TiO2 and 0.4 wt%SDBS demonstrated superior tribological performance by decreasing coefficient of friction and ball wear up to 70.5%and 84.3%,respectively,compared to those of pure water.In addition to the lubrication effect,the suspensions also had significant effect on polishing of the work roll surface.The resultant surface improvement thus enabled the decrease in rolling force up to 8.3%under a workpiece reduction of 30%at a rolling temperature of 850◦C.The lubrication mechanisms were primarily ascribed to the formation of lubricating film and ball-bearing effect of the TiO2 NPs.展开更多
Background:Curcumin is a plant polyphenol with antitumor properties and inhibits the development of colorectal cancer(CRC).However,as the molecular mechanism associated is still unclear,our study aimed to explore the ...Background:Curcumin is a plant polyphenol with antitumor properties and inhibits the development of colorectal cancer(CRC).However,as the molecular mechanism associated is still unclear,our study aimed to explore the underlying molecular mechanisms by which curcumin inhibits CRC.Methods:HT29 and SW480 cells were treated with curcumin or/and Doxycycline(DOX),and cell viability,colony forming ability,migration and invasion were confirmed by cell counting kit-8(CCK-8),colony forming,Transwell assays.And Yes-associated protein 1(YAP)and PDZ-binding motif(TAZ)signaling-related genes or proteins were analyzed using reverse transcription quantitative real-time PCR(RT-qPCR),western blot,and immunofluorescence assays.Then nude mice xenograft tumor model was constructed,YAP and Ki67 expressions were tested by immunohistochemistry(IHC)staining.Results:In our study,we proved that curcumin significantly inhibited the CRC cell viability,cell migration,and cell invasion abilities.In addition,curcumin inhibited YAP and Transcriptional coactivator with TAZ or the YAP/TAZ signaling axis in CRC cells.Further,in the nude mice model,curcumin treatment significantly decreased the size and weight of xenotransplant tumors.Conclusion:Therefore,curcumin significantly inhibited CRC development and invasion by regulating the YAP/TAZ signaling axis.展开更多
As Artificial Intelligence(AI)is moving fast from Large Language Models(LLMs)to AI Agents and Agentic Intelligence,the need to incorporate new AI into Decision Intelligence(DI)is becoming more and more urgent for both...As Artificial Intelligence(AI)is moving fast from Large Language Models(LLMs)to AI Agents and Agentic Intelligence,the need to incorporate new AI into Decision Intelligence(DI)is becoming more and more urgent for both practical and theoretic reasons:both decision and process complexities would be significantly increased due to the use of advanced AI tools and agents,and both traditional and recent thinking must be rethought and reconstructed accordingly.Our perspective would like to address this important issue based on some historical milestone developments in Computer-Aided Software Engineering(CASE)and recent efforts in digital theatrical technology[1].展开更多
WITH the rapid development of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence(AI),edge computing,and cloud intelligence,the medical field is undergoing a fundamental transformation[1].These technologies significantly enh...WITH the rapid development of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence(AI),edge computing,and cloud intelligence,the medical field is undergoing a fundamental transformation[1].These technologies significantly enhance the medical system's capability to process complex data and also improve the real-time response rate to patient needs.In this wave of technological innovation,parallel intelligence,along with Artificial systems,Computational experiments,and Parallel execution(ACP)approach[2]will play a crucial role.Through parallel interactions between virtual and real systems,this approach optimizes the functionality of medical devices and instruments,enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses and treatments while enabling the autonomous evolution and adaptive adjustment of medical systems.展开更多
Dear Editor,The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to David Baker,Demis Hassabis,and John Jumper,recognizing their groundbreaking contributions to protein design and the prediction of complex protein structures...Dear Editor,The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to David Baker,Demis Hassabis,and John Jumper,recognizing their groundbreaking contributions to protein design and the prediction of complex protein structures[1].This accomplishment advances the frontier of“Artificial Intelligence(AI)for Science”.It marks a milestone in studying complex systems,highlighting a shift in scientific exploration from traditional causal inference to a comprehensive approach centered on solving complex system problems.展开更多
This study aims to explore the mechanism by which flavonoids in Crataegus pinnatifida fruit improve Alzheimer’s disease(AD)through network pharmacology and molecular docking technology.The flavonoid components presen...This study aims to explore the mechanism by which flavonoids in Crataegus pinnatifida fruit improve Alzheimer’s disease(AD)through network pharmacology and molecular docking technology.The flavonoid components present in Crataegus pinnatifida fruit were gathered from the HERB,HIT,and ETCM databases,and were further supplemented by relevant published literature.The PubChem and SwissTargetPrediction databases were utilized to predict potential targets,and a“Crataegus pinnatifida fruit-active ingredient-target”network was constructed using Cytoscape 3.9.0 software.The GeneCards database was utilized to identify targets associated with AD,which were subsequently intersected with the active targets of Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit.A protein-protein interaction(PPI)network was constructed using the STRING platform.KEGG enrichment analysis of the core targets was conducted on an online bioinformatics mapping platform,while molecular docking of the primary active components and core targets was executed using AutoDock software.Eight flavonoids and 160 potential targets were identifi ed from Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit,of which 147 targets were linked to AD.The results of the“Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit-active ingredient-target”network indicated that quercetin was the principal flavonoid active ingredient.PPI analysis revealed that SRC and EGFR were the key targets,and KEGG analysis identifi ed the main enrichment pathways as Pathways in cancer,PI3K/Akt signaling pathway,and Proteoglycans in cancer.Molecular docking confi rmed the strong binding affi nity between the core targets and the primary active ingredient.The interaction of quercetin with the key targets SRC and EGFR may represent a signifi cant mechanism by which flavonoids from Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit contribute to the improvement of AD.展开更多
Quasi-solid-state composite electrolytes(QSCEs)show promise for high-performance solid-state batteries,while they still struggle with interfacial stability and cycling performance.Herein,a F-grafted QSCE(F-QSCE)was de...Quasi-solid-state composite electrolytes(QSCEs)show promise for high-performance solid-state batteries,while they still struggle with interfacial stability and cycling performance.Herein,a F-grafted QSCE(F-QSCE)was developed via copolymerizing the F monomers and ionic liquid monomers.The F-QSCE demonstrates better overall performance,such as high ionic conductivity of 1.21 mS cm^(-1)at 25℃,wide electrochemical windows of 5.20 V,and stable cycling stability for Li//Li symmetric cells over 4000 h.This is attributed to the significant electronegativity difference between C and F in the fluorinated chain(-CF_(2)-CF-CF_(3)),which causes the electron cloud to shift toward the F atom,surrounding it with a negative charge and producing the inductive effect.Furthermore,the interactions between Li^(+)and F,TFSI~-,and C are enhanced,reducing ion pair aggregation(Li^(+)-TFSI~--Li^(+))and promoting Li^(+)transport.Besides,-CF_(2)-CF-CF_(3)decomposes to form Li F preferentially over TFSI~-,resulting in better interfacial stability for F-QSCE.This work provides a pathway to enable the development of high-performance Li metal batteries.展开更多
基金The authors acknowledge the financial supports from Baosteel-Australia Joint Research&Development Center(BAJC)under the project of BA17004 and Australian Research Council(ARC)under Linkage Project Program(LP150100591)。
文摘Novel water-based nanolubricants using TiO2 nanoparticles(NPs)were synthesised by adding sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate(SDBS)and glycerol,which exhibited excellent dispersion stability and wettability.The tribological performance of the synthesised nanolubricants was investigated using an Rtec ball-on-disk tribometer,and their application in hot steel rolling was evaluated on a 2-high Hille 100 experimental rolling mill,in comparison to those without SDBS.The water-based nanolubricant containing 4 wt%TiO2 and 0.4 wt%SDBS demonstrated superior tribological performance by decreasing coefficient of friction and ball wear up to 70.5%and 84.3%,respectively,compared to those of pure water.In addition to the lubrication effect,the suspensions also had significant effect on polishing of the work roll surface.The resultant surface improvement thus enabled the decrease in rolling force up to 8.3%under a workpiece reduction of 30%at a rolling temperature of 850◦C.The lubrication mechanisms were primarily ascribed to the formation of lubricating film and ball-bearing effect of the TiO2 NPs.
基金This work was financially supported by the Second Batch of Medical and Health Science and Technology Plan(self-financing)Projects in Shantou in 2020,Shantou Science and Technology Bureau Document Shantou([2020]No.58).
文摘Background:Curcumin is a plant polyphenol with antitumor properties and inhibits the development of colorectal cancer(CRC).However,as the molecular mechanism associated is still unclear,our study aimed to explore the underlying molecular mechanisms by which curcumin inhibits CRC.Methods:HT29 and SW480 cells were treated with curcumin or/and Doxycycline(DOX),and cell viability,colony forming ability,migration and invasion were confirmed by cell counting kit-8(CCK-8),colony forming,Transwell assays.And Yes-associated protein 1(YAP)and PDZ-binding motif(TAZ)signaling-related genes or proteins were analyzed using reverse transcription quantitative real-time PCR(RT-qPCR),western blot,and immunofluorescence assays.Then nude mice xenograft tumor model was constructed,YAP and Ki67 expressions were tested by immunohistochemistry(IHC)staining.Results:In our study,we proved that curcumin significantly inhibited the CRC cell viability,cell migration,and cell invasion abilities.In addition,curcumin inhibited YAP and Transcriptional coactivator with TAZ or the YAP/TAZ signaling axis in CRC cells.Further,in the nude mice model,curcumin treatment significantly decreased the size and weight of xenotransplant tumors.Conclusion:Therefore,curcumin significantly inhibited CRC development and invasion by regulating the YAP/TAZ signaling axis.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao Special Administrative Region(SAR)(0093/2023/RIA2,0157/2024/RIA2,0145/2023/RIA3)the Distinguished Program of Obuda University and the DeSci Center for Parallel Intelligence at the Obuda University,Hungary.This article is based on the report of“Digital Theaters and Theatrical Intelligence for Decision Science”Project(DeSCII-0017-1023-2023,PI:Qinghua Ni)initiated by DeSci International.
文摘As Artificial Intelligence(AI)is moving fast from Large Language Models(LLMs)to AI Agents and Agentic Intelligence,the need to incorporate new AI into Decision Intelligence(DI)is becoming more and more urgent for both practical and theoretic reasons:both decision and process complexities would be significantly increased due to the use of advanced AI tools and agents,and both traditional and recent thinking must be rethought and reconstructed accordingly.Our perspective would like to address this important issue based on some historical milestone developments in Computer-Aided Software Engineering(CASE)and recent efforts in digital theatrical technology[1].
基金supported by the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao Special Administrative Region(SAR)(0093/2023/RIA2,0145/2023/RIA3).
文摘WITH the rapid development of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence(AI),edge computing,and cloud intelligence,the medical field is undergoing a fundamental transformation[1].These technologies significantly enhance the medical system's capability to process complex data and also improve the real-time response rate to patient needs.In this wave of technological innovation,parallel intelligence,along with Artificial systems,Computational experiments,and Parallel execution(ACP)approach[2]will play a crucial role.Through parallel interactions between virtual and real systems,this approach optimizes the functionality of medical devices and instruments,enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses and treatments while enabling the autonomous evolution and adaptive adjustment of medical systems.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao Special Administrative Region(SAR)(0093/2023/RIA2,0145/2023/RIA3).
文摘Dear Editor,The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to David Baker,Demis Hassabis,and John Jumper,recognizing their groundbreaking contributions to protein design and the prediction of complex protein structures[1].This accomplishment advances the frontier of“Artificial Intelligence(AI)for Science”.It marks a milestone in studying complex systems,highlighting a shift in scientific exploration from traditional causal inference to a comprehensive approach centered on solving complex system problems.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.82374333,No.82173961)LiaoNing Revitalization Talents Program(XLYC2203200)+5 种基金SPU Excellent Youth Program(YQ202310)SPU Youth Career Development plan(ZQN202211)Key Laboratory of polysaccharide bioactivity evaluation of TCM of Liaoning Province-Liaoning Distinguished Professor Project for Ying Jia(2017)High-level innovation and entrepreneurship team of Liaoning Province(XLYC2008029)Liaoning Provincial Department of Education Fund(LJ212410163006,LJ212410163018)Postgraduate Education and Teaching Reform Research Project of Liaoning Province in 2024(LNYJG2024251).
文摘This study aims to explore the mechanism by which flavonoids in Crataegus pinnatifida fruit improve Alzheimer’s disease(AD)through network pharmacology and molecular docking technology.The flavonoid components present in Crataegus pinnatifida fruit were gathered from the HERB,HIT,and ETCM databases,and were further supplemented by relevant published literature.The PubChem and SwissTargetPrediction databases were utilized to predict potential targets,and a“Crataegus pinnatifida fruit-active ingredient-target”network was constructed using Cytoscape 3.9.0 software.The GeneCards database was utilized to identify targets associated with AD,which were subsequently intersected with the active targets of Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit.A protein-protein interaction(PPI)network was constructed using the STRING platform.KEGG enrichment analysis of the core targets was conducted on an online bioinformatics mapping platform,while molecular docking of the primary active components and core targets was executed using AutoDock software.Eight flavonoids and 160 potential targets were identifi ed from Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit,of which 147 targets were linked to AD.The results of the“Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit-active ingredient-target”network indicated that quercetin was the principal flavonoid active ingredient.PPI analysis revealed that SRC and EGFR were the key targets,and KEGG analysis identifi ed the main enrichment pathways as Pathways in cancer,PI3K/Akt signaling pathway,and Proteoglycans in cancer.Molecular docking confi rmed the strong binding affi nity between the core targets and the primary active ingredient.The interaction of quercetin with the key targets SRC and EGFR may represent a signifi cant mechanism by which flavonoids from Crataegus pinnatifi da fruit contribute to the improvement of AD.
基金conducted in a project within M-ERA.NET 3 with support from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research,innovation program under grant agreement No.958174,Vinnova(Swedish Governmental Agency for Innovation Systems)the financial support from the LTU CREATERNITY program+1 种基金the J.Gust Richert Foundationthe National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U23A20122)。
文摘Quasi-solid-state composite electrolytes(QSCEs)show promise for high-performance solid-state batteries,while they still struggle with interfacial stability and cycling performance.Herein,a F-grafted QSCE(F-QSCE)was developed via copolymerizing the F monomers and ionic liquid monomers.The F-QSCE demonstrates better overall performance,such as high ionic conductivity of 1.21 mS cm^(-1)at 25℃,wide electrochemical windows of 5.20 V,and stable cycling stability for Li//Li symmetric cells over 4000 h.This is attributed to the significant electronegativity difference between C and F in the fluorinated chain(-CF_(2)-CF-CF_(3)),which causes the electron cloud to shift toward the F atom,surrounding it with a negative charge and producing the inductive effect.Furthermore,the interactions between Li^(+)and F,TFSI~-,and C are enhanced,reducing ion pair aggregation(Li^(+)-TFSI~--Li^(+))and promoting Li^(+)transport.Besides,-CF_(2)-CF-CF_(3)decomposes to form Li F preferentially over TFSI~-,resulting in better interfacial stability for F-QSCE.This work provides a pathway to enable the development of high-performance Li metal batteries.
