Background:Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a highly lethal malignancy driven by both intrinsic oncogenic pathways and immune microenvironmental regulation.Emerging evidence suggests that DNASE1L3 may influence tumor b...Background:Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a highly lethal malignancy driven by both intrinsic oncogenic pathways and immune microenvironmental regulation.Emerging evidence suggests that DNASE1L3 may influence tumor biology and immune responses;however,its specific roles in HCC progression and macrophage-mediated regulation remain unclear.This study aimed to elucidate the biological functions of DNASE1L3 in HCC and to determine how it modulates tumor behavior and immune interactions.Methods:Bioinformatics analyses of the GSE41804 and Cancer Genome Atlas-Liver Hepatocellular Carcinoma(TCGA-LIHC)datasets were used to identify hub genes.Functional assays assessed the impact of DNASE1L3 on HCC cell proliferation,migration,invasion,and cell cycle progression.The effects of DNASE1L3 on macrophage polarization and the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway were examined using a co-culture system.An HCC organoid model was established to further validate its regulatory function.Results:Eight prognostic signature genes were identified,with deoxyribonuclease I-like 3(DNase I-like 3)selected as the hub gene.DNASE1L3 overexpression suppressed HCC cell growth,inhibited migration and invasion,induced G1 arrest,and modulated epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT)markers.DNASE1L3 knockdown promoted M2-like macrophage polarization.Mechanistically,DNASE1L3 interacted withβ-catenin to enhance its ubiquitination and degradation,thereby inhibiting Wnt/β-catenin signaling and reducing PD-L1 expression.DNASE1L3 overexpression similarly restricted organoid growth and suppressed pathway activity.Conclusion:DNASE1L3 acts as a negative regulator of HCC progression by targeting the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and reducing PD-L1 expression,thereby influencing both tumor cell behavior and macrophage-mediated immune responses.展开更多
The in-flight calibration and performance of the Solar Disk Imager(SDI),which is a pivotal instrument of the LyαSolar Telescope onboard the Advanced Space-based Solar Observatory mission,suggested a much lower spatia...The in-flight calibration and performance of the Solar Disk Imager(SDI),which is a pivotal instrument of the LyαSolar Telescope onboard the Advanced Space-based Solar Observatory mission,suggested a much lower spatial resolution than expected.In this paper,we developed the SDI point-spread function(PSF)and Image Bivariate Optimization Algorithm(SPIBOA)to improve the quality of SDI images.The bivariate optimization method smartly combines deep learning with optical system modeling.Despite the lack of information about the real image taken by SDI and the optical system function,this algorithm effectively estimates the PSF of the SDI imaging system directly from a large sample of observational data.We use the estimated PSF to conduct deconvolution correction to observed SDI images,and the resulting images show that the spatial resolution after correction has increased by a factor of more than three with respect to the observed ones.Meanwhile,our method also significantly reduces the inherent noise in the observed SDI images.The SPIBOA has now been successfully integrated into the routine SDI data processing,providing important support for the scientific studies based on the data.The development and application of SPIBOA also paves new ways to identify astronomical telescope systems and enhance observational image quality.Some essential factors and precautions in applying the SPIBOA method are also discussed.展开更多
The use of lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries is limited by sulfur redox reactions involving multi-phase transformations,especially at low-temperatures.To address this issue,we report a material(FCNS@NCFs)consisting of nit...The use of lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries is limited by sulfur redox reactions involving multi-phase transformations,especially at low-temperatures.To address this issue,we report a material(FCNS@NCFs)consisting of nitrogen-doped carbon fibers loaded with a ternary metal sulf-ide((Fe,Co,Ni)_(9)S_(8))for use as the sulfur host in Li-S batteries.This materi-al was prepared using transfer blot filter paper as the carbon precursor,thiourea as the source of nitrogen and sulfur,and FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)O,CoCl_(2)·6H_(2)O and NiCl_(2)·6H_(2)O as the metal ion sources.It was synthesized by an impreg-nation method followed by calcination.The nitrogen doping significantly in-creased the conductivity of the host,and the metal sulfides have excellent catalytic activities.Theoretical calculations,and adsorption and deposition experiments show that active sites on the surface of FCNS@NCFs selectively adsorb polysulfides,facilitate rapid adsorption and conversion,prevent cathode passivation and inhib-it the polysulfide shuttling.The FCNS@NCFs used as the sulfur host has excellent electrochemical properties.Its initial dis-charge capacity is 1639.0 mAh g^(−1) at 0.2 C and room temperature,and it remains a capacity of 1255.1 mAh g^(−1) after 100 cycles.At−20~C,it has an initial discharge capacity of 1578.5 mAh g^(−1) at 0.2 C,with a capacity of 867.5 mAh g^(−1) after 100 cycles.Its excellent performance at both ambient and low temperatures suggests a new way to produce high-performance low-temper-ature Li-S batteries.展开更多
To obtain the outlet temperature of combustor,a kind of high-temperature and water cooling thermocouple was designed.The main factors affecting the results of thermocouple measurement were analyzed after numerical sim...To obtain the outlet temperature of combustor,a kind of high-temperature and water cooling thermocouple was designed.The main factors affecting the results of thermocouple measurement were analyzed after numerical simulation.Results showed that the high-temperature water cooling thermocouple can achieve high temperature measurement under the condition of 2 400 K.With the increase of the distance between the water cooling structure and the stagnation cover,the temperature measurement result was more accurate,and the increase in the area ratio of the inlet and outlet of the stagnation cover within a reasonable range can make the measurement results more accurate.The surface emissivity of the measuring point had a great influence on the radiation error.The pressure and flow rate of cooling water can be effectively reduced after adding zirconia coating onto the surface of the rake body.展开更多
现有基于虚拟正弦信号注入(virtual sine signal injection,VSSI)的最大转矩电流比(maximum torque per ampere,MTPA)控制方法以理想永磁同步电动机(permanent magnet synchronous machine,PMSM)数学模型为理论基础,未考虑电感变化带来...现有基于虚拟正弦信号注入(virtual sine signal injection,VSSI)的最大转矩电流比(maximum torque per ampere,MTPA)控制方法以理想永磁同步电动机(permanent magnet synchronous machine,PMSM)数学模型为理论基础,未考虑电感变化带来的不利影响。为了提升MTPA控制效果,增加考虑磁路交叉耦合效应,提出在线电感辨识方法和改进的MTPA控制方法。基于帕德逼近与变步长神经网络的电感辨识方法,不仅可以解决辨识模型欠秩问题,而且能够在线更新变化的电感参数,结合改进的基于VSSI的MTPA控制,可以有效降低电流矢量角误差,减小定子铜损耗,实现更准确的MTPA控制。通过仿真实验对所提方法的准确性进行了验证。展开更多
Background:Ferroptosis is a type of regulated cell death characterized by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation,which has been linked to tumor progression and therapeutic resistance.However,the contribution of lactate met...Background:Ferroptosis is a type of regulated cell death characterized by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation,which has been linked to tumor progression and therapeutic resistance.However,the contribution of lactate metabolism and its receptor,hydroxycarboxylic acid receptor 1(HCAR1),in ferroptosis regulation in gastric cancer(GC)remains poorly understood.Focusing specifically on its effects on cell proliferation,ferroptosis regulation,and the disruption of lactate-mediatedmetabolic pathways,the study aimed to clarify the role ofHCAR1 in GC progression.Methods:Bioinformatics analysis identified prognostic genes associated with ferroptosis in GC.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curves were generated to assess the diagnostic potential of the predictive genes.The biological role of HCAR1 was investigated through gain and loss-of-function experiments in GC cell lines,followed by assessments of cell viability,oxidative stress indicators,gene/protein expression,and ferroptosis sensitivity under lactate stimulation or HCAR1modulation.Results:HCAR1 was significantly upregulated in GC tissues and linked to poor patient outcomes.Silencing HCAR1 inhibited GC cell growth and induced ferroptosis,as shown by increased levels of reactive oxygen species(ROS)and malondialdehyde(MDA),along with decreased expression of solute carrier family 7 member 11(SLC7A11)and glutathione peroxidase 4(GPX4).Conversely,HCAR1 overexpression or exposure to extracellular lactate inhibited ferroptosis and activated antioxidant defenses.Mechanistically,lactate activation of HCAR1 increases ATP levels,which in turn inactivates AMP-activated protein kinase(AMPK).It also upregulates stearoyl-CoA desaturase 1(SCD1)through the sterol regulatory element binding protein 1(SREBP1)signaling pathway.Blocking HCAR1 reversed these effects and restored ferroptosis sensitivity.Conclusion:HCAR1 mediates lactate-driven ferroptosis resistance in GC through the AMPK-SCD1 signaling pathway.Targeting the HCAR1-lactate axis may offer a promising strategy for overcoming metabolic adaptation and improving GC treatment outcomes.展开更多
The 2019 Typhoon Lekima triggered extensive landslides in Zhejiang Province.To explore the impact of typhoon paths on the distribution of landslide susceptibility,this study proposes a spatiotemporal zoning assessment...The 2019 Typhoon Lekima triggered extensive landslides in Zhejiang Province.To explore the impact of typhoon paths on the distribution of landslide susceptibility,this study proposes a spatiotemporal zoning assessment framework based on typhoon paths and inner rainbands.According to the typhoon landing path and its rainfall impact range,the study area is divided into the typhoon event period(TEP)and the annual non-typhoon period(ANP).The model uses 14 environmental factors,with the only difference between TEP and ANP being the rainfall index:TEP uses 48-hour rainfall during the typhoon,while ANP uses multi-year average annual rainfall.Modeling and comparative analysis were conducted using six machine learning models including random forest(RF)and support vector machine(SVM).The results show that the distribution pattern of high-risk landslide areas during TEP is significantly correlated with typhoon intensity:when the intensity is level 12,high-risk areas are radially distributed;at levels 10-11,they tend to concentrate asymmetrically along the coast;and when the intensity drops to below level 9,the overall susceptibility decreases significantly.During ANP,the distribution of landslides is relatively uniform with no obvious spatial concentration.Analysis on the factor contribution rate indicates that the rainfall weight in TEP is as high as 32.1%,making it the dominant factor;in ANP,the rainfall weight drops to 13.6%while the influence of factors such as slope and topographic wetness index increases,revealing differences in landslide formation mechanisms between the two periods.This study demonstrates that the spatiotemporal zoning method based on typhoon paths can effectively characterize the spatial susceptibility patterns of landslides and improve disaster identification capabilities under extreme weather conditions.The finally generated annual susceptibility zoning map divides the study area into four types of risk regions,providing a reference for dynamic monitoring and differentiated risk management of landslides in typhoon-prone areas.展开更多
In order to gain a deeper understanding of the effect of pulsed current on the mechanical properties and size effect of nanocrystalline Ni foils,nanocrystalline Ni foils with different grain thickness-to-grain size ra...In order to gain a deeper understanding of the effect of pulsed current on the mechanical properties and size effect of nanocrystalline Ni foils,nanocrystalline Ni foils with different grain thickness-to-grain size ratios(λ)were prepared using pulsed electrodeposition in this paper and unidirectional tensile experiments were carried out at room temperature with different currents and their applied directions.The experimental results show that the nanocrystalline Ni foil produces an obvious electroplasticity effect after applying the current field,and when 300<λ<1100,the current weakens the size effect of nanocrystalline Ni foils to a certain extent,and the angle between the current direction and the deformation direction also affects the mechanical response of nanocrystalline Ni foils,and when the angle between the current direction and the deformation direction is 0°,electroplasticity effect is the best,and the current has the most significant effect of abating the size effect of the material.The mechanism of unidirectional tensile deformation of nanocrystalline Ni foils under the effect of pulsed current was analyzed using TEM and TKD.It was found that the applied pulse current increased the activity of the nanocrystalline boundaries,promoted the movement of dislocations,and reduced the tendency of dislocation entanglement.The higher the peak current density and the smaller the angle between the direction of the current and the direction of deformation,the smaller the grain boundary orientation difference,the more dispersed the grain orientation,and the lower the density of geometrically necessary dislocations(GND)in the deformed nanocrystalline foil,the more significant the effect on material plasticity improvement.展开更多
基金funded by Shanghai Science and Technology Innovation Action Plan Project(22140901100)Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging(18DZ2260400)Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Science Seed Fund(SSF-24-21-01).
文摘Background:Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a highly lethal malignancy driven by both intrinsic oncogenic pathways and immune microenvironmental regulation.Emerging evidence suggests that DNASE1L3 may influence tumor biology and immune responses;however,its specific roles in HCC progression and macrophage-mediated regulation remain unclear.This study aimed to elucidate the biological functions of DNASE1L3 in HCC and to determine how it modulates tumor behavior and immune interactions.Methods:Bioinformatics analyses of the GSE41804 and Cancer Genome Atlas-Liver Hepatocellular Carcinoma(TCGA-LIHC)datasets were used to identify hub genes.Functional assays assessed the impact of DNASE1L3 on HCC cell proliferation,migration,invasion,and cell cycle progression.The effects of DNASE1L3 on macrophage polarization and the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway were examined using a co-culture system.An HCC organoid model was established to further validate its regulatory function.Results:Eight prognostic signature genes were identified,with deoxyribonuclease I-like 3(DNase I-like 3)selected as the hub gene.DNASE1L3 overexpression suppressed HCC cell growth,inhibited migration and invasion,induced G1 arrest,and modulated epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT)markers.DNASE1L3 knockdown promoted M2-like macrophage polarization.Mechanistically,DNASE1L3 interacted withβ-catenin to enhance its ubiquitination and degradation,thereby inhibiting Wnt/β-catenin signaling and reducing PD-L1 expression.DNASE1L3 overexpression similarly restricted organoid growth and suppressed pathway activity.Conclusion:DNASE1L3 acts as a negative regulator of HCC progression by targeting the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and reducing PD-L1 expression,thereby influencing both tumor cell behavior and macrophage-mediated immune responses.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)under grant No.12233012,the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences,grant No.XDB0560102the National Key R&D Program of China 2022YFF0503003(2022YFF0503000)。
文摘The in-flight calibration and performance of the Solar Disk Imager(SDI),which is a pivotal instrument of the LyαSolar Telescope onboard the Advanced Space-based Solar Observatory mission,suggested a much lower spatial resolution than expected.In this paper,we developed the SDI point-spread function(PSF)and Image Bivariate Optimization Algorithm(SPIBOA)to improve the quality of SDI images.The bivariate optimization method smartly combines deep learning with optical system modeling.Despite the lack of information about the real image taken by SDI and the optical system function,this algorithm effectively estimates the PSF of the SDI imaging system directly from a large sample of observational data.We use the estimated PSF to conduct deconvolution correction to observed SDI images,and the resulting images show that the spatial resolution after correction has increased by a factor of more than three with respect to the observed ones.Meanwhile,our method also significantly reduces the inherent noise in the observed SDI images.The SPIBOA has now been successfully integrated into the routine SDI data processing,providing important support for the scientific studies based on the data.The development and application of SPIBOA also paves new ways to identify astronomical telescope systems and enhance observational image quality.Some essential factors and precautions in applying the SPIBOA method are also discussed.
基金partially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(52172250)Institute of Process Engineering(IPE)Project for Frontier Basic Research(QYJC-2023-06)。
文摘The use of lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries is limited by sulfur redox reactions involving multi-phase transformations,especially at low-temperatures.To address this issue,we report a material(FCNS@NCFs)consisting of nitrogen-doped carbon fibers loaded with a ternary metal sulf-ide((Fe,Co,Ni)_(9)S_(8))for use as the sulfur host in Li-S batteries.This materi-al was prepared using transfer blot filter paper as the carbon precursor,thiourea as the source of nitrogen and sulfur,and FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)O,CoCl_(2)·6H_(2)O and NiCl_(2)·6H_(2)O as the metal ion sources.It was synthesized by an impreg-nation method followed by calcination.The nitrogen doping significantly in-creased the conductivity of the host,and the metal sulfides have excellent catalytic activities.Theoretical calculations,and adsorption and deposition experiments show that active sites on the surface of FCNS@NCFs selectively adsorb polysulfides,facilitate rapid adsorption and conversion,prevent cathode passivation and inhib-it the polysulfide shuttling.The FCNS@NCFs used as the sulfur host has excellent electrochemical properties.Its initial dis-charge capacity is 1639.0 mAh g^(−1) at 0.2 C and room temperature,and it remains a capacity of 1255.1 mAh g^(−1) after 100 cycles.At−20~C,it has an initial discharge capacity of 1578.5 mAh g^(−1) at 0.2 C,with a capacity of 867.5 mAh g^(−1) after 100 cycles.Its excellent performance at both ambient and low temperatures suggests a new way to produce high-performance low-temper-ature Li-S batteries.
基金National Natural Science Foundation(9174110013) Aviation Power Fund(614B090310)
文摘To obtain the outlet temperature of combustor,a kind of high-temperature and water cooling thermocouple was designed.The main factors affecting the results of thermocouple measurement were analyzed after numerical simulation.Results showed that the high-temperature water cooling thermocouple can achieve high temperature measurement under the condition of 2 400 K.With the increase of the distance between the water cooling structure and the stagnation cover,the temperature measurement result was more accurate,and the increase in the area ratio of the inlet and outlet of the stagnation cover within a reasonable range can make the measurement results more accurate.The surface emissivity of the measuring point had a great influence on the radiation error.The pressure and flow rate of cooling water can be effectively reduced after adding zirconia coating onto the surface of the rake body.
文摘现有基于虚拟正弦信号注入(virtual sine signal injection,VSSI)的最大转矩电流比(maximum torque per ampere,MTPA)控制方法以理想永磁同步电动机(permanent magnet synchronous machine,PMSM)数学模型为理论基础,未考虑电感变化带来的不利影响。为了提升MTPA控制效果,增加考虑磁路交叉耦合效应,提出在线电感辨识方法和改进的MTPA控制方法。基于帕德逼近与变步长神经网络的电感辨识方法,不仅可以解决辨识模型欠秩问题,而且能够在线更新变化的电感参数,结合改进的基于VSSI的MTPA控制,可以有效降低电流矢量角误差,减小定子铜损耗,实现更准确的MTPA控制。通过仿真实验对所提方法的准确性进行了验证。
文摘Background:Ferroptosis is a type of regulated cell death characterized by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation,which has been linked to tumor progression and therapeutic resistance.However,the contribution of lactate metabolism and its receptor,hydroxycarboxylic acid receptor 1(HCAR1),in ferroptosis regulation in gastric cancer(GC)remains poorly understood.Focusing specifically on its effects on cell proliferation,ferroptosis regulation,and the disruption of lactate-mediatedmetabolic pathways,the study aimed to clarify the role ofHCAR1 in GC progression.Methods:Bioinformatics analysis identified prognostic genes associated with ferroptosis in GC.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curves were generated to assess the diagnostic potential of the predictive genes.The biological role of HCAR1 was investigated through gain and loss-of-function experiments in GC cell lines,followed by assessments of cell viability,oxidative stress indicators,gene/protein expression,and ferroptosis sensitivity under lactate stimulation or HCAR1modulation.Results:HCAR1 was significantly upregulated in GC tissues and linked to poor patient outcomes.Silencing HCAR1 inhibited GC cell growth and induced ferroptosis,as shown by increased levels of reactive oxygen species(ROS)and malondialdehyde(MDA),along with decreased expression of solute carrier family 7 member 11(SLC7A11)and glutathione peroxidase 4(GPX4).Conversely,HCAR1 overexpression or exposure to extracellular lactate inhibited ferroptosis and activated antioxidant defenses.Mechanistically,lactate activation of HCAR1 increases ATP levels,which in turn inactivates AMP-activated protein kinase(AMPK).It also upregulates stearoyl-CoA desaturase 1(SCD1)through the sterol regulatory element binding protein 1(SREBP1)signaling pathway.Blocking HCAR1 reversed these effects and restored ferroptosis sensitivity.Conclusion:HCAR1 mediates lactate-driven ferroptosis resistance in GC through the AMPK-SCD1 signaling pathway.Targeting the HCAR1-lactate axis may offer a promising strategy for overcoming metabolic adaptation and improving GC treatment outcomes.
基金supported by the project of National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42371203 and U21A2032)the project Financial Fund of Sichuan Institute of Geological Survey(SCIGSCZDXM-2024008)+1 种基金Sichuan Provincial Science and Technology Department Program Funding(No.2025YFHZ0010)Science and Technology Program of Aba City(NO.R24YYJSYJ0001)。
文摘The 2019 Typhoon Lekima triggered extensive landslides in Zhejiang Province.To explore the impact of typhoon paths on the distribution of landslide susceptibility,this study proposes a spatiotemporal zoning assessment framework based on typhoon paths and inner rainbands.According to the typhoon landing path and its rainfall impact range,the study area is divided into the typhoon event period(TEP)and the annual non-typhoon period(ANP).The model uses 14 environmental factors,with the only difference between TEP and ANP being the rainfall index:TEP uses 48-hour rainfall during the typhoon,while ANP uses multi-year average annual rainfall.Modeling and comparative analysis were conducted using six machine learning models including random forest(RF)and support vector machine(SVM).The results show that the distribution pattern of high-risk landslide areas during TEP is significantly correlated with typhoon intensity:when the intensity is level 12,high-risk areas are radially distributed;at levels 10-11,they tend to concentrate asymmetrically along the coast;and when the intensity drops to below level 9,the overall susceptibility decreases significantly.During ANP,the distribution of landslides is relatively uniform with no obvious spatial concentration.Analysis on the factor contribution rate indicates that the rainfall weight in TEP is as high as 32.1%,making it the dominant factor;in ANP,the rainfall weight drops to 13.6%while the influence of factors such as slope and topographic wetness index increases,revealing differences in landslide formation mechanisms between the two periods.This study demonstrates that the spatiotemporal zoning method based on typhoon paths can effectively characterize the spatial susceptibility patterns of landslides and improve disaster identification capabilities under extreme weather conditions.The finally generated annual susceptibility zoning map divides the study area into four types of risk regions,providing a reference for dynamic monitoring and differentiated risk management of landslides in typhoon-prone areas.
基金Project(51975167)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China。
文摘In order to gain a deeper understanding of the effect of pulsed current on the mechanical properties and size effect of nanocrystalline Ni foils,nanocrystalline Ni foils with different grain thickness-to-grain size ratios(λ)were prepared using pulsed electrodeposition in this paper and unidirectional tensile experiments were carried out at room temperature with different currents and their applied directions.The experimental results show that the nanocrystalline Ni foil produces an obvious electroplasticity effect after applying the current field,and when 300<λ<1100,the current weakens the size effect of nanocrystalline Ni foils to a certain extent,and the angle between the current direction and the deformation direction also affects the mechanical response of nanocrystalline Ni foils,and when the angle between the current direction and the deformation direction is 0°,electroplasticity effect is the best,and the current has the most significant effect of abating the size effect of the material.The mechanism of unidirectional tensile deformation of nanocrystalline Ni foils under the effect of pulsed current was analyzed using TEM and TKD.It was found that the applied pulse current increased the activity of the nanocrystalline boundaries,promoted the movement of dislocations,and reduced the tendency of dislocation entanglement.The higher the peak current density and the smaller the angle between the direction of the current and the direction of deformation,the smaller the grain boundary orientation difference,the more dispersed the grain orientation,and the lower the density of geometrically necessary dislocations(GND)in the deformed nanocrystalline foil,the more significant the effect on material plasticity improvement.
