Lignin is a significant secondary metabolite produced through the phenylpropanoid pathway.As a vital component of the plant cell wall,lignin affects various fruit characteristics,including size,seed quantity,and firmn...Lignin is a significant secondary metabolite produced through the phenylpropanoid pathway.As a vital component of the plant cell wall,lignin affects various fruit characteristics,including size,seed quantity,and firmness.In this study,we conducted comprehensive identification and phylogenetic analysis of 265 Caffeic acid O-methyltransferase(COMT)genes across ten different plant species,including Vaccinium corymbosum and four other Vaccinium species.The results reveal that VcCOMT38 is a promising structural gene for the biosynthesis of lignin in blueberry.An in vitro enzymatic assay of VcCOMT38 demonstrated that it is a special enzyme in the lignin biosynthesis pathway and prefers to use caffeic acid as a substrate over 5-hydroxyferulic acid.Transient overexpression and silencing of VcCOMT38 in Vaccinium corymbosum‘Northland’fruits demonstrated that VcCOMT38 participates in lignin biosynthesis and contributes to both an increased number of immature seeds and enhanced fruit firmness.The heterologous overexpression of VcCOMT38 in Nicotiana benthamiana revealed that this gene could increase the lignin content and the syringyl/guaiacyl(S/G)ratio,which determines the maximum monomer yield during lignin depolymerization.These results highlight VcCOMT38 as a crucial gene in lignin biosynthesis and its potential for improving lignin production in industry through genetically modified woody plants.展开更多
The development of ZnO-based composites with high charge separation and effective inhibition of toxic by-products is admirable for effective photocatalysis of nitrogen oxides(NO_(x))oxidation.In this study,carbon quan...The development of ZnO-based composites with high charge separation and effective inhibition of toxic by-products is admirable for effective photocatalysis of nitrogen oxides(NO_(x))oxidation.In this study,carbon quan-tum dots(CQDs)/ZnO hollow microspheres,synthesized through a rapid microwave-assisted method,achievedover a 30-fold higher NO_(x) removal efficiency compared to ZnO,with complete inhibition of NO_(2) by-products andgood durability.The enhanced photocatalytic activity was ascribed to the unique role of CQDs,as revealed byin-situ photoelectric techniques.Results demonstrated that the electron directional migration from ZnO to CQDsat the composite interface accounts for the enhanced charge separation.Active free radicals for NO_(x) oxidationwere identified,and in-situ diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy analysis elucidated theconversion pathways of NO_(x) oxidation under visible light irradiation.This work sheds light on the mechanismsof electron transfer and charge separation at the composite interface,offering guidance for designing superiorZnO-based photocatalysts for complete NO_(x) removal.展开更多
目的分析妊娠期高血压疾病(hypertensive disorder of pregnancy,HDP)患者血清Fibulin-3、细胞因子信号传导负调控因子(suppressor of cytokine signaling,SOCS-3)浓度对妊娠结局的预测价值。方法收集2022年1月至2024年1月新疆医科大学...目的分析妊娠期高血压疾病(hypertensive disorder of pregnancy,HDP)患者血清Fibulin-3、细胞因子信号传导负调控因子(suppressor of cytokine signaling,SOCS-3)浓度对妊娠结局的预测价值。方法收集2022年1月至2024年1月新疆医科大学第一附属医院收治的342例HDP患者作为观察组,根据患者妊娠结局分为妊娠良好组(n=192)和妊娠不良组(n=150)。另选取同期在本院产检正常的妊娠孕妇(n=300)作为对照组。对各组受试者进行资料收集并比较其差异,采用酶联免疫吸附试验(enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay,ELISA)检测血清中Fibulin-3、SOCS-3的浓度。采用Spearman法分析血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度与HDP孕妇妊娠结局之间的相关性;采用Logistic分析对影响HDP患者妊娠结局的因素进行分析;绘制受试者工作特征曲线(receiver operating characteristic curve,ROC)评估血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度对HDP患者妊娠结局的预测价值。结果与对照组相比,观察组孕妇收缩压(systolic blood pressure,SBP)、舒张压(diastolic blood pressure,DBP)和24 h尿蛋白浓度显著升高,血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度显著降低,差异有统计性意义(P<0.05)。妊娠不良组患者的血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度均显著低于妊娠良好组,差异有统计性意义(P<0.05);而SBP、DBP、24 h尿蛋白浓度则高于妊娠良好组,差异有统计性意义(P<0.05)。Spearman分析显示,HDP患者血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度与妊娠结局均呈负相关(r=-0.548,r=-0.466,P均<0.05)。Logistic分析结果显示,SBP、DBP、24 h尿蛋白浓度是影响HDP患者妊娠不良的危险因素,血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度为保护因素(P<0.05)。血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3单独及联合检测的曲线下面积(area under the curve,AUC)为0.848(95%CI:0.805~0.884)、0.780(95%CI:0.733~0.823)、0.722(95%CI:0.671~0.769),联合检测优于二者单独检测(Z二者联合-Fibulin-3=3.924,Z二者联合-SOCS-3=5.199,均P<0.05)。结论HDP患者血清Fibulin-3、SOCS-3浓度对妊娠结局具有一定的预测价值。展开更多
As energy demands continue to rise in modern society,the development of high-performance lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)has become crucial.However,traditional research methods of material science face challenges such as l...As energy demands continue to rise in modern society,the development of high-performance lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)has become crucial.However,traditional research methods of material science face challenges such as lengthy timelines and complex processes.In recent years,the integration of machine learning(ML)in LIB materials,including electrolytes,solid-state electrolytes,and electrodes,has yielded remarkable achievements.This comprehensive review explores the latest applications of ML in predicting LIB material performance,covering the core principles and recent advancements in three key inverse material design strategies:high-throughput virtual screening,global optimization,and generative models.These strategies have played a pivotal role in fostering LIB material innovations.Meanwhile,the paper briefly discusses the challenges associated with applying ML to materials research and offers insights and directions for future research.展开更多
Primary ciliary dyskinesia(PCD)is a clinically rare,genetically and phenotypically heterogeneous condition characterized by chronic respiratory tract infections,male infertility,tympanitis,and laterality abnormalities...Primary ciliary dyskinesia(PCD)is a clinically rare,genetically and phenotypically heterogeneous condition characterized by chronic respiratory tract infections,male infertility,tympanitis,and laterality abnormalities.PCD is typically resulted from variants in genes encoding assembly or structural proteins that are indispensable for the movement of motile cilia.Here,we identified a novel nonsense mutation,c.466G>T,in cilia-and flagella-associated protein 300(CFAP300)resulting in a stop codon(p.Glu156*)through whole-exome sequencing(WES).The proband had a PCD phenotype with laterality defects and immotile sperm flagella displaying a combined loss of the inner dynein arm(IDA)and outer dynein arm(ODA).Bioinformatic programs predicted that the mutation is deleterious.Successful pregnancy was achieved through intracytoplasmic sperm injection(ICSI).Our results expand the spectrum of CFAP300 variants in PCD and provide reproductive guidance for infertile couples suffering from PCD caused by them.展开更多
Holiday Tourism Circle of Beijing (HTCB) is one of the nine key regions of Chinese tourism industry in the period of the 11th Five-Year Project. According to Tourist Marginal Utility Theory, Time-Distance Method is us...Holiday Tourism Circle of Beijing (HTCB) is one of the nine key regions of Chinese tourism industry in the period of the 11th Five-Year Project. According to Tourist Marginal Utility Theory, Time-Distance Method is used to define HTCB in this paper. Chengde City, famous for its cultural tourism, is regard as one of the regions in Holiday Tourism Circle of Beijing. And this geographical advantage, in the context of the boom of tourism in China, is featured by the changes of tourist product structure and development model. In this paper, the influence upon Chengde tourism spatial structure has been discussed from tourist market, location and transportation. Chengde tourism spatial structure has been rebuilt with particular references to the factors of tourism destination district, tourist area, nodes, routes, and origin markets. In this paper, Chengde will develop tourism industry with the central heritage area as the center and northern forest and pasture area and southern mountain and lake area as the two wings.展开更多
In the context of rapid economic development,the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions has become a major challenge.Lithium-ion capacitors(LICs),which integrate the high energy density of lithium-ion batteries with ...In the context of rapid economic development,the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions has become a major challenge.Lithium-ion capacitors(LICs),which integrate the high energy density of lithium-ion batteries with the high power density of supercapacitors,have emerged as promising candidates.However,challenges such as poor capacity matching and limited energy density still hinder their practical application.Carbon nanofibers(CNFs),with their high specific surface area,excellent electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and strong compatibility with active materials,are regarded as ideal electrode frameworks for LICs.This review summarizes key strategies to improve the electrochemical performance of CNF-based LICs,including structural engineering,heteroatom doping,and hybridization with transition metal oxides.The underlying mechanisms of each approach are discussed in detail,with a focus on their roles in improving capacitance,energy density,and cycling stability.This review aims to provide insights into material design and guide future research toward high-performance LICs for next-generation energy storage applications.展开更多
Lithium-ion capacitors(LICs)combine the high power dens-ity of electrical double-layer capacitors with the high energy density of lithium-ion batteries.However,they face practical limitations due to the narrow operati...Lithium-ion capacitors(LICs)combine the high power dens-ity of electrical double-layer capacitors with the high energy density of lithium-ion batteries.However,they face practical limitations due to the narrow operating voltage window of their activated carbon(AC)cathodes.We report a scalable thermal treatment strategy to develop high-voltage-tolerant AC cathodes.Through controlled thermal treatment of commer-cial activated carbon(Raw-AC)under a H_(2)/Ar atmosphere at 400-800℃,the targeted reduction of degradation-prone functional groups can be achieved while preserving the critical pore structure and increasing graph-itic microcrystalline ordering.The AC treated at 400℃(HAC-400)had a significant increase in specific capacity(96.0 vs.75.1 mAh/g at 0.05 A/g)and better rate capability(61.1 vs.36.1 mAh/g at 5 A/g)in half-cell LICs,along with an 83.5%capacity retention over 7400 cycles within an extended voltage range of 2.0-4.2 V in full-cell LICs.Scalability was demonstrated by a 120 g batch production,enabling fabrication of pouch-type LICs with commercial hard carbon anodes that delivered a higher energy density of 28.3 Wh/kg at 1 C,and a peak power density of 12.1 kW/kg compared to devices using raw AC.This simple,industry-compatible approach may be used for producing ad-vanced cathode materials for practical high-performance LICs.展开更多
An increasing number of studies have characterized the bone as an endocrine organ,and that bone secreted factors may not only regulate local bone remodeling,but also other tissues and whole-body metabolic functions.Th...An increasing number of studies have characterized the bone as an endocrine organ,and that bone secreted factors may not only regulate local bone remodeling,but also other tissues and whole-body metabolic functions.The precise nature of these regulatory factors and their roles at bridging the bone,bone marrow adipose tissue,extramedullary body fat and whole-body energy homeostasis are being explored.In this study,we report that KIAA1199,a secreted factor produced from bone and bone marrow,previously described as an inhibitor of bone formation,also plays a role at promoting adipogenesis.KIAA1199-deficient mice exhibit reduced bone marrow adipose tissue,subcutaneous and visceral fat tissue mass,blood cholesterol,triglycerides,free fatty acids and glycerol,as well as improved insulin sensitivity in skeletal muscle,liver and fat.Moreover,these mice are protected from the detrimental effects of high-fat diet feeding,with decreased obesity,lower blood glucose and glucose tolerance,as well as decreased adipose tissue inflammation,insulin resistance and hepatic steatosis.In human studies,plasma levels of KIAA1199 or its expression levels in adipose tissue are positively correlated with insulin resistance and blood levels of cholesterol,triglycerides,free fatty acids,glycerol,fasting glucose and HOMA-IR.Mechanistically,KIAA1199 mediates its effects on adipogenesis through modulating osteopontin-integrin and AKT/ERK signaling.These findings provide evidence for the role of bone secreted factors on coupling bone,fat and whole-body energy homeostasis.展开更多
To address the challenge of insufficient oxygen vacancies in proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells(H-SOFC),transition metal elements were doped into the B site of lanthanum ferrite perovskite(ABO3)to enhance its ca...To address the challenge of insufficient oxygen vacancies in proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells(H-SOFC),transition metal elements were doped into the B site of lanthanum ferrite perovskite(ABO3)to enhance its catalytic activity further.The Mo-doped La_(0.6)Sr_(0.4)Fe_(0.9)Ni_(0.1)O_(3-δ)(LSFNMx,x=0.05,0.1)powder was synthesized via the sol−gel method,and its crystal structure,conductivity,defect chemistry,and electrochemical performance as an H-SOFC cathode were investigated.The prepared material exhibited a hexagonal structure with the R-3c space group and demonstrates good chemical stability under simulated working conditions.Mo doping increased the surface concentration of oxygen vacancies,leading to the accelerated oxygen transportation.Consequently,the polarization resistance(Rpol)and activation energy(Ea)are reduced.Specifically,LSFNM0.05 showed the lowest polarization resistance(approximately 0.26Ω·cm^(2))at 700°C.LSFNM0.05 achieved a maximum power density of 484 mW/cm^(2)at this temperature,outperforming those of LSFN(353 mW/cm^(2))and LSFNM0.1(365 mW/cm^(2)).展开更多
Objective This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to identify the main factors influencing the public’s willingness to participate in out-of-hospital emergency care.Methods Studies were searched in online data...Objective This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to identify the main factors influencing the public’s willingness to participate in out-of-hospital emergency care.Methods Studies were searched in online databases,including PubMed,Embase,Web of Science,and the Cochrane Library.The articles included in this review were published from inception to July 31,2024.The Iain Crombie assessment tool was used to assess study quality.Meta-analysis was performed using RevMan(version 5.4)software.The review protocol has been registered with PROSPERO(CRD42024570491).Results A total of 1,434 research articles were initially identified,among which 18 were incorporated into this study,and all of the included studies were cross-sectional.Meta-analysis results demonstrated that gender(male;OR=1.37,95%CI:1.28–1.47),profession(healthcare provider;OR=0.17,95%CI:0.06–0.47),knowledge and skill level(OR=1.63,95%CI:1.25–2.11),willingness to undergo training(OR=2.68,95%CI:1.89–3.79),interest in first aid(OR=2.08,95%CI:1.60–2.69),previous training(OR=2.14,95%CI:1.49–3.08),and previous first-aid experience(OR=1.70,95%CI:1.37–2.11)were the principal influencing factors of the public’s willingness to engage in out-of-hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation.Conclusion Demographic factors,knowledge,belief,and behavior are crucial in influencing public emergency decision-making.Medical personnel could create specialized training programs based on relevant factors to enhance the public's willingness to engage in out-of-hospital CPR.展开更多
Ovarian aging is characterized by a progressive decline in oocyte quality and quantity with age.Icariin(ICA),a flavonoid compound derived from Epimedium species,has demonstrated potential as an agent for ovarian resto...Ovarian aging is characterized by a progressive decline in oocyte quality and quantity with age.Icariin(ICA),a flavonoid compound derived from Epimedium species,has demonstrated potential as an agent for ovarian restoration.In this study,a subcutaneous implantation system using gelatin methacryloyl(GelMA)hydrogel embedded with ICA was developed to restore ovarian function in aged female mice.Mice were assigned to receive subcutaneous implantation of GelMA alone(GelMA group),GelMA containing ICA(GelMA/ICA group),or a sham operation.Ovarian morphology,serum hormone levels,follicle counts across developmental stages,and reproductive outcomes were evaluated.In vitro fertilization(IVF)and embryo culture assays were performed to assess oocyte developmental potential,while a 10 day natural mating trial was conducted to determine fertility restoration.RNA sequencing(RNA-seq)and RT-qPCR were performed to elucidate the underlying molecular mechanisms.Results showed that GelMA/ICA treatment significantly increased ovarian index(0.19±0.01 vs.0.13±0.01,P<0.0001)and follicle numbers at all developmental stages,including primordial(383.33±151.65 vs.107.14±32.26,P<0.0001),primary(203.33±83.22 vs.91.43±27.04,P=0.003),and secondary follicles(154.17±52.00 vs.59.28±20.50,P=0.029)compared to the sham controls.Hormonal analyses revealed a significant reduction in serum follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH,11.97±3.53 vs.53.10±17.89 ng/mL,P=0.0008),accompanied by elevated anti-Müllerian hormone(AMH,22.97±2.26 vs.5.54±1.56 ng/mL,P<0.0001)and estradiol(E2,315.30±37.62 vs.168.5±14.78 pg/mL,P<0.0001).Oocyte yield and developmental potential improved significantly,as reflected by the increased number of superovulated MII oocytes(17.83±5.15 vs.4.83±4.79,P=0.0002),and higher proportions of two-cell(85.90%±6.16%vs.50.00%±10.00%,P=0.0009),four-cell(81.67%±9.76%vs.50.00%±10.00%,P=0.0061),and blastocyst stage embryos(64.25%±10.55%vs.23.33%±15.28%,P=0.0067).Live birth numbers were significantly increased following GelMA/ICA treatment(6.90±3.21 vs.1.72±2.05,P=0.0001).Transcriptomic analysis revealed up-regulation of genes associated with cytoskeletal organization(Vil1,Tubb3),lipid storage(Soat2,Plin4),oocyte maturation(Oosp2),and cytokine secretion(Cxcl12).Collectively,these findings suggest that GelMA/ICA hydrogels effectively reverse key hallmarks of ovarian aging and restore reproductive function in aged mice,offering a promising platform for fertility preservation and a novel therapeutic for future investigations into ovarian aging.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the effectiveness of Quality Control Circle(QCC)activities in reducing the loss rate during storage of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)decoction pieces in our hospital pharmacy department.Met...Objective:To investigate the effectiveness of Quality Control Circle(QCC)activities in reducing the loss rate during storage of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)decoction pieces in our hospital pharmacy department.Methods:A QCC team was established to systematically analyze the causes of TCM decoction piece losses.Using quality improvement tools including Pareto charts,the 80/20 rule,and fishbone diagrams,we identified key areas for improvement and developed targeted intervention strategies.The study period spanned from January to December 2023,with pre-intervention data collected from January to December 2022.Loss rates were calculated and compared before and after QCC implementation.Results:According to the“80/20 rule”analysis,the primary improvement targets were identified as inadequate maintenance of decoction pieces and dispensing losses.Following QCC implementation,the loss rate of TCM decoction pieces decreased significantly from 1.27%(pre-intervention)to 0.65%(post-intervention),achieving an improvement rate of 47.40%.The total monetary loss decreased from 9,592.62 RMB to 4,546.97 RMB.Conclusion:QCC activities can effectively reduce the loss rate of TCM decoction pieces in hospital pharmacy departments,improve the quality of herbal medicines,ensure patient medication safety,and enhance pharmaceutical service quality.This systematic approach provides a valuable framework for continuous quality improvement in TCM pharmacy management.展开更多
[Objectives]To explore the impact of bone collagen peptide(BCP)on patients with knee osteoarthritis(KOA).[Methods]A total of 100 patients diagnosed with KOA were admitted to the study and randomly assigned to either a...[Objectives]To explore the impact of bone collagen peptide(BCP)on patients with knee osteoarthritis(KOA).[Methods]A total of 100 patients diagnosed with KOA were admitted to the study and randomly assigned to either a control group or a treatment group,with each group comprising 50 participants.The control group received health education along with standard daily treatment protocols.In contrast,the treatment group was administered an additional dosage of 20 g of BCP twice daily,in conjunction with the treatment regimen provided to the control group.Both groups received continuous treatment for 3 months.The WOMAC scores and the WHOQOL-BREF scores of the participants in both groups were assessed both prior to and following treatment.[Results]Following treatment,the WOMAC scores of patients in the treatment group demonstrated a significant improvement compared to those in the control group(13.39±2.19 vs.15.46±1.30,P<0.05).Additionally,the WHOQOL-BREF scores for patients in both groups showed improvement,with the treatment group exhibiting superior WHOQOL-BREF scores relative to the control group(P<0.05).[Conclusions]For patients diagnosed with KOA,the supplementation of BCP alongside conventional treatment has been shown to significantly enhance knee joint function and improve the overall quality of life for these individuals.展开更多
The tensile behavior of(Fe_(50)Mn_(30)Co_(10)Cr_(10))_(100-x)Si_(x)(x=0(Si0),2(Si2))metastable HEAs prepared by selective laser melting was studied at cryogenic temperatures.The results demonstrate that the addition o...The tensile behavior of(Fe_(50)Mn_(30)Co_(10)Cr_(10))_(100-x)Si_(x)(x=0(Si0),2(Si2))metastable HEAs prepared by selective laser melting was studied at cryogenic temperatures.The results demonstrate that the addition of Si leads to lattice distortion and a decrease in stacking fault energy,especially at 77 K,which significantly promotes transformation-induced plasticity(TRIP)in Si2 HEAs.The yield strength,tensile strength,and ductility of Si2 HEAs are 505.2 MPa,1364.1 MPa,and 19%,which are 43%,53% and 58% higher than those of Si0 alloy,respectively.TRIP is the main deformation mode,in addition to dislocation slip,and plays a key role in strengthening.The reinforced and continuously sustained TRIP maintains a dynamic strain distribution during deformation.Ultrahigh strain hardening greatly enhances the strength and ductility.展开更多
Objective To investigate the association of various polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon(PAH)metabolites with diverse subtypes of cardiovascular disease(CVD)risk.Methods A novel predicting risk of cardiovascular disease EV...Objective To investigate the association of various polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon(PAH)metabolites with diverse subtypes of cardiovascular disease(CVD)risk.Methods A novel predicting risk of cardiovascular disease EVENTs PREVENT equation was used to estimate the 10-year diverse subtypes of CVD risk,and their associations with PAH metabolites were analyzed using multiple logistic regression models,the weighted quantile sum(WQS)model,the quantile g-computation(qgcomp)model,and a stratified analysis of subgroups.Results For this study,six thousand seven hundred and forty-five participants were selected,and significant positive associations were observed between PAHs,naphthalene(NAP),and fluorene(FLU),and the risks of total CVD,atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease(ASCVD),and heart failure(HF).NAP and FLU were the primary contributors to the effects of PAH mixtures,and their associations with total CVD,ASCVD,and HF risk were significant in younger participants(30≤age<50 years);however,the associations of phenanthrene(PHEN)with ASCVD,HF,coronary heart disease(CHD),and stroke were dominant in aging participants(age≥50 years).Notably,pyrene(PYR)was negatively associated with the risk of ASCVD,HF,CHD,and stroke.Similarly,negative associations of PYR with the four CVD subtypes were noticeable in aging participants.Conclusion Different PAHs metabolites had different impacts on each CVD subtype among different age groups.Notably,the protective effects of PYR on ASCVD,HF,CHD,and stroke were noticeable in aging individuals.展开更多
This study investigated proactive personality effects on employment preparation and the mediating roles of self-efficacy and career exploration behaviors in this relationship.The study sample comprised 445 university ...This study investigated proactive personality effects on employment preparation and the mediating roles of self-efficacy and career exploration behaviors in this relationship.The study sample comprised 445 university students(68.3%female;aged 20 to 24)from a university in central China.The participants completed measures to assess proactive personality,employment preparation,self-efficacy,and career exploration behaviors.Structural equation modeling analysis results indicated that proactive personality predicted higher employment preparation;Self-efficacy and career exploration behaviors partially mediated this relationship.Specifically,career exploration behaviors had a stronger mediating effect than self-efficacy on the total effect(34.71%vs.28.89%).The findings suggest proactive personality is key to employment preparation through self-belief and willingness to explore the job market.Higher education career counseling and mental health education programs should provide targeted training to promote career exploration by the student’s personal attributes for best match employment preparation.展开更多
Objective To investigate the effects of electroacupuncture(EA)on the expression and phosphorylation of insulin signal transduction-related proteins in the hypothalamus of insulin resistance(IR)rats.Methods There were ...Objective To investigate the effects of electroacupuncture(EA)on the expression and phosphorylation of insulin signal transduction-related proteins in the hypothalamus of insulin resistance(IR)rats.Methods There were totally seventy-five Wistar rats.Ten rats were randomly assigned to the Normal group(N).The remaining 65 rats were fed a high-fat diet,fifty successfully modeled rats were randomly divided into the Model(M),EA,Sham EA(S+EA),l-leucine(L),and l-leucine+EA(L+EA)groups,with 10 rats in each group.EA was applied at acupoints“Guanyuan(CV 4)”,“Zhongwan(CV 12)”,“Zusanli(ST 36)”,and“Fenglong(ST 40)”,with each session lasting 10 min,three times per week for 8 weeks.The S+EA group received needle insertion to a depth of≤2 mm without electrical stimulation,with the same treatment duration and same acupoint selection.Body weight,fasting blood glucose(FBG),and insulin sensitivity(glucose infusion rate,GIR)were measured.Western blot analysis was used to assess insulin receptor substrate-1(IRS-1),(Protein kinase B)Akt,glycogen synthase kinase-3β(GSK-3β),mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1(mTORC1),and Ribosomal S6 kinase 1(S6K1),along with their phosphorylated forms.PCR was used to evaluate mRNA expression of IRS-1,Akt,and GSK-3β.Immunofluorescence was used to detect hypothalamic Akt localization.Results(1)Compared to the N group,the M group exhibited increased body weight,FBG,and phosphorylation of GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1,with decreased GIR,IRS-1,Akt phosphorylation,and mRNA expression(P<0.05,P<0.01).(2)Compared to the M group,the EA and S+EA groups showed reduced body weight,FBG,GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1 phosphorylation,with increased GIR,IRS-1,Akt phosphorylation,and mRNA expression(P<0.05,P<0.01).(3)Compared to the EA group,the S+EA group had higher body weight,GSK-3βphosphorylation,and mRNA expression,with reduced p-IRS-1 and p-Akt expression(P<0.05);the L and L+EA groups showed increased GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1 phosphorylation,with decreased GIR,IRS-1,and Akt mRNA expression(P<0.05).(4)Compared to the L+EA group,the L group exhibited higher GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1 phosphorylation,with lower GIR,Akt mRNA,and p-Akt expression(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion EA positively influences body weight,glucose-lipid metabolism,and insulin sensitivity in IR rats,with regulatory effects on central insulin signal transduction-related proteins,potentially linked to its suppression of hypothalamic mTORC1/S6K1 pathway activity.展开更多
文摘Lignin is a significant secondary metabolite produced through the phenylpropanoid pathway.As a vital component of the plant cell wall,lignin affects various fruit characteristics,including size,seed quantity,and firmness.In this study,we conducted comprehensive identification and phylogenetic analysis of 265 Caffeic acid O-methyltransferase(COMT)genes across ten different plant species,including Vaccinium corymbosum and four other Vaccinium species.The results reveal that VcCOMT38 is a promising structural gene for the biosynthesis of lignin in blueberry.An in vitro enzymatic assay of VcCOMT38 demonstrated that it is a special enzyme in the lignin biosynthesis pathway and prefers to use caffeic acid as a substrate over 5-hydroxyferulic acid.Transient overexpression and silencing of VcCOMT38 in Vaccinium corymbosum‘Northland’fruits demonstrated that VcCOMT38 participates in lignin biosynthesis and contributes to both an increased number of immature seeds and enhanced fruit firmness.The heterologous overexpression of VcCOMT38 in Nicotiana benthamiana revealed that this gene could increase the lignin content and the syringyl/guaiacyl(S/G)ratio,which determines the maximum monomer yield during lignin depolymerization.These results highlight VcCOMT38 as a crucial gene in lignin biosynthesis and its potential for improving lignin production in industry through genetically modified woody plants.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42403080)the Youth Innovation Promotion Asso-ciation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.2022415)+1 种基金the Key Research and Development Program of Shaanxi Province(No.S2023-YF-LLRH-QCYK-0263)the Key Research and Development Programof Shaanxi Province(No.2023QCY-LL-16).
文摘The development of ZnO-based composites with high charge separation and effective inhibition of toxic by-products is admirable for effective photocatalysis of nitrogen oxides(NO_(x))oxidation.In this study,carbon quan-tum dots(CQDs)/ZnO hollow microspheres,synthesized through a rapid microwave-assisted method,achievedover a 30-fold higher NO_(x) removal efficiency compared to ZnO,with complete inhibition of NO_(2) by-products andgood durability.The enhanced photocatalytic activity was ascribed to the unique role of CQDs,as revealed byin-situ photoelectric techniques.Results demonstrated that the electron directional migration from ZnO to CQDsat the composite interface accounts for the enhanced charge separation.Active free radicals for NO_(x) oxidationwere identified,and in-situ diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy analysis elucidated theconversion pathways of NO_(x) oxidation under visible light irradiation.This work sheds light on the mechanismsof electron transfer and charge separation at the composite interface,offering guidance for designing superiorZnO-based photocatalysts for complete NO_(x) removal.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.22225801,W2441009,22408228)。
文摘As energy demands continue to rise in modern society,the development of high-performance lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)has become crucial.However,traditional research methods of material science face challenges such as lengthy timelines and complex processes.In recent years,the integration of machine learning(ML)in LIB materials,including electrolytes,solid-state electrolytes,and electrodes,has yielded remarkable achievements.This comprehensive review explores the latest applications of ML in predicting LIB material performance,covering the core principles and recent advancements in three key inverse material design strategies:high-throughput virtual screening,global optimization,and generative models.These strategies have played a pivotal role in fostering LIB material innovations.Meanwhile,the paper briefly discusses the challenges associated with applying ML to materials research and offers insights and directions for future research.
基金supported by the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation Grant(2023M734294)Jiangsu Provincial Medical Key Discipline Cultivation Unit(JSDW202215)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.82001618).
文摘Primary ciliary dyskinesia(PCD)is a clinically rare,genetically and phenotypically heterogeneous condition characterized by chronic respiratory tract infections,male infertility,tympanitis,and laterality abnormalities.PCD is typically resulted from variants in genes encoding assembly or structural proteins that are indispensable for the movement of motile cilia.Here,we identified a novel nonsense mutation,c.466G>T,in cilia-and flagella-associated protein 300(CFAP300)resulting in a stop codon(p.Glu156*)through whole-exome sequencing(WES).The proband had a PCD phenotype with laterality defects and immotile sperm flagella displaying a combined loss of the inner dynein arm(IDA)and outer dynein arm(ODA).Bioinformatic programs predicted that the mutation is deleterious.Successful pregnancy was achieved through intracytoplasmic sperm injection(ICSI).Our results expand the spectrum of CFAP300 variants in PCD and provide reproductive guidance for infertile couples suffering from PCD caused by them.
文摘Holiday Tourism Circle of Beijing (HTCB) is one of the nine key regions of Chinese tourism industry in the period of the 11th Five-Year Project. According to Tourist Marginal Utility Theory, Time-Distance Method is used to define HTCB in this paper. Chengde City, famous for its cultural tourism, is regard as one of the regions in Holiday Tourism Circle of Beijing. And this geographical advantage, in the context of the boom of tourism in China, is featured by the changes of tourist product structure and development model. In this paper, the influence upon Chengde tourism spatial structure has been discussed from tourist market, location and transportation. Chengde tourism spatial structure has been rebuilt with particular references to the factors of tourism destination district, tourist area, nodes, routes, and origin markets. In this paper, Chengde will develop tourism industry with the central heritage area as the center and northern forest and pasture area and southern mountain and lake area as the two wings.
文摘In the context of rapid economic development,the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions has become a major challenge.Lithium-ion capacitors(LICs),which integrate the high energy density of lithium-ion batteries with the high power density of supercapacitors,have emerged as promising candidates.However,challenges such as poor capacity matching and limited energy density still hinder their practical application.Carbon nanofibers(CNFs),with their high specific surface area,excellent electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and strong compatibility with active materials,are regarded as ideal electrode frameworks for LICs.This review summarizes key strategies to improve the electrochemical performance of CNF-based LICs,including structural engineering,heteroatom doping,and hybridization with transition metal oxides.The underlying mechanisms of each approach are discussed in detail,with a focus on their roles in improving capacitance,energy density,and cycling stability.This review aims to provide insights into material design and guide future research toward high-performance LICs for next-generation energy storage applications.
文摘Lithium-ion capacitors(LICs)combine the high power dens-ity of electrical double-layer capacitors with the high energy density of lithium-ion batteries.However,they face practical limitations due to the narrow operating voltage window of their activated carbon(AC)cathodes.We report a scalable thermal treatment strategy to develop high-voltage-tolerant AC cathodes.Through controlled thermal treatment of commer-cial activated carbon(Raw-AC)under a H_(2)/Ar atmosphere at 400-800℃,the targeted reduction of degradation-prone functional groups can be achieved while preserving the critical pore structure and increasing graph-itic microcrystalline ordering.The AC treated at 400℃(HAC-400)had a significant increase in specific capacity(96.0 vs.75.1 mAh/g at 0.05 A/g)and better rate capability(61.1 vs.36.1 mAh/g at 5 A/g)in half-cell LICs,along with an 83.5%capacity retention over 7400 cycles within an extended voltage range of 2.0-4.2 V in full-cell LICs.Scalability was demonstrated by a 120 g batch production,enabling fabrication of pouch-type LICs with commercial hard carbon anodes that delivered a higher energy density of 28.3 Wh/kg at 1 C,and a peak power density of 12.1 kW/kg compared to devices using raw AC.This simple,industry-compatible approach may be used for producing ad-vanced cathode materials for practical high-performance LICs.
基金supports from Odense University Hospital PhD fellowship(2014)the NovoNordisk Foundations(NNF15OC0016284,NNF19OC0057449)+2 种基金the Innovation Foundation of Denmark(5166-00002B)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.32060155,82260284)Guangxi Medical and Health Key Discipline Construction Project.
文摘An increasing number of studies have characterized the bone as an endocrine organ,and that bone secreted factors may not only regulate local bone remodeling,but also other tissues and whole-body metabolic functions.The precise nature of these regulatory factors and their roles at bridging the bone,bone marrow adipose tissue,extramedullary body fat and whole-body energy homeostasis are being explored.In this study,we report that KIAA1199,a secreted factor produced from bone and bone marrow,previously described as an inhibitor of bone formation,also plays a role at promoting adipogenesis.KIAA1199-deficient mice exhibit reduced bone marrow adipose tissue,subcutaneous and visceral fat tissue mass,blood cholesterol,triglycerides,free fatty acids and glycerol,as well as improved insulin sensitivity in skeletal muscle,liver and fat.Moreover,these mice are protected from the detrimental effects of high-fat diet feeding,with decreased obesity,lower blood glucose and glucose tolerance,as well as decreased adipose tissue inflammation,insulin resistance and hepatic steatosis.In human studies,plasma levels of KIAA1199 or its expression levels in adipose tissue are positively correlated with insulin resistance and blood levels of cholesterol,triglycerides,free fatty acids,glycerol,fasting glucose and HOMA-IR.Mechanistically,KIAA1199 mediates its effects on adipogenesis through modulating osteopontin-integrin and AKT/ERK signaling.These findings provide evidence for the role of bone secreted factors on coupling bone,fat and whole-body energy homeostasis.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51922003,52274406)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(No.FRF-BD-23-02)。
文摘To address the challenge of insufficient oxygen vacancies in proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells(H-SOFC),transition metal elements were doped into the B site of lanthanum ferrite perovskite(ABO3)to enhance its catalytic activity further.The Mo-doped La_(0.6)Sr_(0.4)Fe_(0.9)Ni_(0.1)O_(3-δ)(LSFNMx,x=0.05,0.1)powder was synthesized via the sol−gel method,and its crystal structure,conductivity,defect chemistry,and electrochemical performance as an H-SOFC cathode were investigated.The prepared material exhibited a hexagonal structure with the R-3c space group and demonstrates good chemical stability under simulated working conditions.Mo doping increased the surface concentration of oxygen vacancies,leading to the accelerated oxygen transportation.Consequently,the polarization resistance(Rpol)and activation energy(Ea)are reduced.Specifically,LSFNM0.05 showed the lowest polarization resistance(approximately 0.26Ω·cm^(2))at 700°C.LSFNM0.05 achieved a maximum power density of 484 mW/cm^(2)at this temperature,outperforming those of LSFN(353 mW/cm^(2))and LSFNM0.1(365 mW/cm^(2)).
基金supported by Major Scientific Research Special Project for High-level Talents in Health and Wellness,Hunan Province(R2023072)Project of Hunan Provincial Department of Finance(2050205)Hunan Provincial Department of Finance Project(050205).
文摘Objective This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to identify the main factors influencing the public’s willingness to participate in out-of-hospital emergency care.Methods Studies were searched in online databases,including PubMed,Embase,Web of Science,and the Cochrane Library.The articles included in this review were published from inception to July 31,2024.The Iain Crombie assessment tool was used to assess study quality.Meta-analysis was performed using RevMan(version 5.4)software.The review protocol has been registered with PROSPERO(CRD42024570491).Results A total of 1,434 research articles were initially identified,among which 18 were incorporated into this study,and all of the included studies were cross-sectional.Meta-analysis results demonstrated that gender(male;OR=1.37,95%CI:1.28–1.47),profession(healthcare provider;OR=0.17,95%CI:0.06–0.47),knowledge and skill level(OR=1.63,95%CI:1.25–2.11),willingness to undergo training(OR=2.68,95%CI:1.89–3.79),interest in first aid(OR=2.08,95%CI:1.60–2.69),previous training(OR=2.14,95%CI:1.49–3.08),and previous first-aid experience(OR=1.70,95%CI:1.37–2.11)were the principal influencing factors of the public’s willingness to engage in out-of-hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation.Conclusion Demographic factors,knowledge,belief,and behavior are crucial in influencing public emergency decision-making.Medical personnel could create specialized training programs based on relevant factors to enhance the public's willingness to engage in out-of-hospital CPR.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82271671)Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital Academic Innovation Peak Fund(2024-DF-02)+4 种基金Clinical Trials from Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital(2023-LCYJ-MS-05)Nanjing International Science and Technology Cooperation Program(202201027)to L.D.Research Project of State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine and Offspring Health(SKLRM-2022D2)Changzhou Medical Center of Nanjing Medical University(CMCM202203)Clinical Trials from Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital(2022-LCYJ-ZD-02)to H.S.
文摘Ovarian aging is characterized by a progressive decline in oocyte quality and quantity with age.Icariin(ICA),a flavonoid compound derived from Epimedium species,has demonstrated potential as an agent for ovarian restoration.In this study,a subcutaneous implantation system using gelatin methacryloyl(GelMA)hydrogel embedded with ICA was developed to restore ovarian function in aged female mice.Mice were assigned to receive subcutaneous implantation of GelMA alone(GelMA group),GelMA containing ICA(GelMA/ICA group),or a sham operation.Ovarian morphology,serum hormone levels,follicle counts across developmental stages,and reproductive outcomes were evaluated.In vitro fertilization(IVF)and embryo culture assays were performed to assess oocyte developmental potential,while a 10 day natural mating trial was conducted to determine fertility restoration.RNA sequencing(RNA-seq)and RT-qPCR were performed to elucidate the underlying molecular mechanisms.Results showed that GelMA/ICA treatment significantly increased ovarian index(0.19±0.01 vs.0.13±0.01,P<0.0001)and follicle numbers at all developmental stages,including primordial(383.33±151.65 vs.107.14±32.26,P<0.0001),primary(203.33±83.22 vs.91.43±27.04,P=0.003),and secondary follicles(154.17±52.00 vs.59.28±20.50,P=0.029)compared to the sham controls.Hormonal analyses revealed a significant reduction in serum follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH,11.97±3.53 vs.53.10±17.89 ng/mL,P=0.0008),accompanied by elevated anti-Müllerian hormone(AMH,22.97±2.26 vs.5.54±1.56 ng/mL,P<0.0001)and estradiol(E2,315.30±37.62 vs.168.5±14.78 pg/mL,P<0.0001).Oocyte yield and developmental potential improved significantly,as reflected by the increased number of superovulated MII oocytes(17.83±5.15 vs.4.83±4.79,P=0.0002),and higher proportions of two-cell(85.90%±6.16%vs.50.00%±10.00%,P=0.0009),four-cell(81.67%±9.76%vs.50.00%±10.00%,P=0.0061),and blastocyst stage embryos(64.25%±10.55%vs.23.33%±15.28%,P=0.0067).Live birth numbers were significantly increased following GelMA/ICA treatment(6.90±3.21 vs.1.72±2.05,P=0.0001).Transcriptomic analysis revealed up-regulation of genes associated with cytoskeletal organization(Vil1,Tubb3),lipid storage(Soat2,Plin4),oocyte maturation(Oosp2),and cytokine secretion(Cxcl12).Collectively,these findings suggest that GelMA/ICA hydrogels effectively reverse key hallmarks of ovarian aging and restore reproductive function in aged mice,offering a promising platform for fertility preservation and a novel therapeutic for future investigations into ovarian aging.
文摘Objective:To investigate the effectiveness of Quality Control Circle(QCC)activities in reducing the loss rate during storage of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)decoction pieces in our hospital pharmacy department.Methods:A QCC team was established to systematically analyze the causes of TCM decoction piece losses.Using quality improvement tools including Pareto charts,the 80/20 rule,and fishbone diagrams,we identified key areas for improvement and developed targeted intervention strategies.The study period spanned from January to December 2023,with pre-intervention data collected from January to December 2022.Loss rates were calculated and compared before and after QCC implementation.Results:According to the“80/20 rule”analysis,the primary improvement targets were identified as inadequate maintenance of decoction pieces and dispensing losses.Following QCC implementation,the loss rate of TCM decoction pieces decreased significantly from 1.27%(pre-intervention)to 0.65%(post-intervention),achieving an improvement rate of 47.40%.The total monetary loss decreased from 9,592.62 RMB to 4,546.97 RMB.Conclusion:QCC activities can effectively reduce the loss rate of TCM decoction pieces in hospital pharmacy departments,improve the quality of herbal medicines,ensure patient medication safety,and enhance pharmaceutical service quality.This systematic approach provides a valuable framework for continuous quality improvement in TCM pharmacy management.
基金Supported by the Horizontal Research Program"Observational Study on the Therapeutic Effects of Collagen Protein Peptides in Knee Osteoarthritis"(KY202208-1-119).
文摘[Objectives]To explore the impact of bone collagen peptide(BCP)on patients with knee osteoarthritis(KOA).[Methods]A total of 100 patients diagnosed with KOA were admitted to the study and randomly assigned to either a control group or a treatment group,with each group comprising 50 participants.The control group received health education along with standard daily treatment protocols.In contrast,the treatment group was administered an additional dosage of 20 g of BCP twice daily,in conjunction with the treatment regimen provided to the control group.Both groups received continuous treatment for 3 months.The WOMAC scores and the WHOQOL-BREF scores of the participants in both groups were assessed both prior to and following treatment.[Results]Following treatment,the WOMAC scores of patients in the treatment group demonstrated a significant improvement compared to those in the control group(13.39±2.19 vs.15.46±1.30,P<0.05).Additionally,the WHOQOL-BREF scores for patients in both groups showed improvement,with the treatment group exhibiting superior WHOQOL-BREF scores relative to the control group(P<0.05).[Conclusions]For patients diagnosed with KOA,the supplementation of BCP alongside conventional treatment has been shown to significantly enhance knee joint function and improve the overall quality of life for these individuals.
基金supported by Program for Innovative Research Team in Science and Technology in Fujian Province University,Chinathe Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province,China(Nos.2023J011013,2020J01898)。
文摘The tensile behavior of(Fe_(50)Mn_(30)Co_(10)Cr_(10))_(100-x)Si_(x)(x=0(Si0),2(Si2))metastable HEAs prepared by selective laser melting was studied at cryogenic temperatures.The results demonstrate that the addition of Si leads to lattice distortion and a decrease in stacking fault energy,especially at 77 K,which significantly promotes transformation-induced plasticity(TRIP)in Si2 HEAs.The yield strength,tensile strength,and ductility of Si2 HEAs are 505.2 MPa,1364.1 MPa,and 19%,which are 43%,53% and 58% higher than those of Si0 alloy,respectively.TRIP is the main deformation mode,in addition to dislocation slip,and plays a key role in strengthening.The reinforced and continuously sustained TRIP maintains a dynamic strain distribution during deformation.Ultrahigh strain hardening greatly enhances the strength and ductility.
基金the technology projects entrusted by enterprises and institutions(2022KJ000803)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(No.7242184)the project that Study on the role of ASGR1 in regulating chaperone mediated autophagy involved in methyl tert-butyl ether–induced hepatic lipotoxicity(XSKY2024).
文摘Objective To investigate the association of various polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon(PAH)metabolites with diverse subtypes of cardiovascular disease(CVD)risk.Methods A novel predicting risk of cardiovascular disease EVENTs PREVENT equation was used to estimate the 10-year diverse subtypes of CVD risk,and their associations with PAH metabolites were analyzed using multiple logistic regression models,the weighted quantile sum(WQS)model,the quantile g-computation(qgcomp)model,and a stratified analysis of subgroups.Results For this study,six thousand seven hundred and forty-five participants were selected,and significant positive associations were observed between PAHs,naphthalene(NAP),and fluorene(FLU),and the risks of total CVD,atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease(ASCVD),and heart failure(HF).NAP and FLU were the primary contributors to the effects of PAH mixtures,and their associations with total CVD,ASCVD,and HF risk were significant in younger participants(30≤age<50 years);however,the associations of phenanthrene(PHEN)with ASCVD,HF,coronary heart disease(CHD),and stroke were dominant in aging participants(age≥50 years).Notably,pyrene(PYR)was negatively associated with the risk of ASCVD,HF,CHD,and stroke.Similarly,negative associations of PYR with the four CVD subtypes were noticeable in aging participants.Conclusion Different PAHs metabolites had different impacts on each CVD subtype among different age groups.Notably,the protective effects of PYR on ASCVD,HF,CHD,and stroke were noticeable in aging individuals.
基金the“International Trade”course in the research-based teaching project of undergraduate universities in Henan Province in 2023(project approval number:121)。
文摘This study investigated proactive personality effects on employment preparation and the mediating roles of self-efficacy and career exploration behaviors in this relationship.The study sample comprised 445 university students(68.3%female;aged 20 to 24)from a university in central China.The participants completed measures to assess proactive personality,employment preparation,self-efficacy,and career exploration behaviors.Structural equation modeling analysis results indicated that proactive personality predicted higher employment preparation;Self-efficacy and career exploration behaviors partially mediated this relationship.Specifically,career exploration behaviors had a stronger mediating effect than self-efficacy on the total effect(34.71%vs.28.89%).The findings suggest proactive personality is key to employment preparation through self-belief and willingness to explore the job market.Higher education career counseling and mental health education programs should provide targeted training to promote career exploration by the student’s personal attributes for best match employment preparation.
基金Supported by the Hubei Natural Science Foundation Joint Fund Project:2023AFD139,2023AFD140the "Shizhen Young Talent" Training Program of the College of Acupuncture and Orthopedics,Hubei University of Chinese Medicinethe National Famous Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert Inheritance Studio Construction Project。
文摘Objective To investigate the effects of electroacupuncture(EA)on the expression and phosphorylation of insulin signal transduction-related proteins in the hypothalamus of insulin resistance(IR)rats.Methods There were totally seventy-five Wistar rats.Ten rats were randomly assigned to the Normal group(N).The remaining 65 rats were fed a high-fat diet,fifty successfully modeled rats were randomly divided into the Model(M),EA,Sham EA(S+EA),l-leucine(L),and l-leucine+EA(L+EA)groups,with 10 rats in each group.EA was applied at acupoints“Guanyuan(CV 4)”,“Zhongwan(CV 12)”,“Zusanli(ST 36)”,and“Fenglong(ST 40)”,with each session lasting 10 min,three times per week for 8 weeks.The S+EA group received needle insertion to a depth of≤2 mm without electrical stimulation,with the same treatment duration and same acupoint selection.Body weight,fasting blood glucose(FBG),and insulin sensitivity(glucose infusion rate,GIR)were measured.Western blot analysis was used to assess insulin receptor substrate-1(IRS-1),(Protein kinase B)Akt,glycogen synthase kinase-3β(GSK-3β),mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1(mTORC1),and Ribosomal S6 kinase 1(S6K1),along with their phosphorylated forms.PCR was used to evaluate mRNA expression of IRS-1,Akt,and GSK-3β.Immunofluorescence was used to detect hypothalamic Akt localization.Results(1)Compared to the N group,the M group exhibited increased body weight,FBG,and phosphorylation of GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1,with decreased GIR,IRS-1,Akt phosphorylation,and mRNA expression(P<0.05,P<0.01).(2)Compared to the M group,the EA and S+EA groups showed reduced body weight,FBG,GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1 phosphorylation,with increased GIR,IRS-1,Akt phosphorylation,and mRNA expression(P<0.05,P<0.01).(3)Compared to the EA group,the S+EA group had higher body weight,GSK-3βphosphorylation,and mRNA expression,with reduced p-IRS-1 and p-Akt expression(P<0.05);the L and L+EA groups showed increased GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1 phosphorylation,with decreased GIR,IRS-1,and Akt mRNA expression(P<0.05).(4)Compared to the L+EA group,the L group exhibited higher GSK-3β,mTORC1,and S6K1 phosphorylation,with lower GIR,Akt mRNA,and p-Akt expression(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion EA positively influences body weight,glucose-lipid metabolism,and insulin sensitivity in IR rats,with regulatory effects on central insulin signal transduction-related proteins,potentially linked to its suppression of hypothalamic mTORC1/S6K1 pathway activity.
