Disseminated mucormycosis is a life-threatening fungal infection with high mortality,particularly in immunocompromised patients.Early diagnosis and prompt intervention are crutial but often delayed due to nonspecific ...Disseminated mucormycosis is a life-threatening fungal infection with high mortality,particularly in immunocompromised patients.Early diagnosis and prompt intervention are crutial but often delayed due to nonspecific presentations.Many studies have highlighted the challenges in emergency settings,where atypical symptoms may lead to misdiagnosis.We report a rare case of disseminated mucormycosis originating from the stomach in a pregnancy-induced thrombocytopenia(PITP)patient,emphasizing rapid gastroscopy examination,histopathological confi rmation,multidisciplinary management,and high-risk factors for hospital-acquired gastrointestinal mucormycosis infection.展开更多
Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae(MDR-KP)is characterized by high mortality and risk of nosocomial transmission,and biofilm constitutes the primary challenge in the treatment of its implant-associated and refr...Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae(MDR-KP)is characterized by high mortality and risk of nosocomial transmission,and biofilm constitutes the primary challenge in the treatment of its implant-associated and refractory pulmonary infections.Notably,the hypoxic microenvironment and the physical barrier of biofilm leading to the increased tolerance of the bacteria to antibiotics.Herein,a hypoxia-responsive hybrid nanoparticle(CHLip@FLD/COL)loaded separately with anti-biofilm candidate fingolimod(FLD)and antibiotic colistin(COL)is achieved targeting antibacterial efficacy against MDR-KP in vitro and in vivo.CHLip@FLD/COL is composed of hybridizing hypoxia-responsive lipids(HLipid)and lipid A targeting materials DSPE-mPEG-COL.HLipid is synthesized by hexadecanedioic acid esterified with nitroimidazole,while DSPE-mPEG is coupling with vector COL via amide reaction.The relative level of extracellular polymeric substances and the NIR-IIb sO2 images of the infection site are used as indicators to establish mature biofilm models.CHLip@FLD/COL readily releases FLD and COL in hypoxic conditions,and its MIC against MDR-KP is only one-sixteenth of that when COL is used alone in vitro.The nanoparticle exhibits bacterial targeting ability and antibacterial effect in the pulmonary infection and biofilm infection mice models.Bacterial loads eliminated by 4 Log10 CFU and 2 Log10 CFU,respectively.The strategy provides a valuable reference for the treatment of refractory infections caused by MDR-KP.展开更多
Global interest in lithium-sulfur batteries as one of the most promising energy storage technologies has been sparked by their low sulfur cathode cost,high gravimetric,volumetric energy densities,abundant resources,an...Global interest in lithium-sulfur batteries as one of the most promising energy storage technologies has been sparked by their low sulfur cathode cost,high gravimetric,volumetric energy densities,abundant resources,and environmental friendliness.However,their practical application is significantly impeded by several serious issues that arise at the cathode-electrolyte interface,such as interface structure degradation including the uneven deposition of Li_(2)S,unstable cathode-electrolyte interphase(CEI)layer and intermediate polysulfide shuttle effect.Thus,an optimized cathode-electrolyte interface along with optimized electrodes is required for overall improvement.Herein,we comprehensively outline the challenges and corresponding strategies,including electrolyte optimization to create a dense CEI layer,regulating the Li_(2)S deposition pattern,and inhibiting the shuttle effect with regard to the solid-liquid-solid pathway,the transformation from solid-liquid-solid to solid-solid pathway,and solid-solid pathway at the cathode-electrolyte interface.In order to spur more perceptive research and hasten the widespread use of lithium-sulfur batteries,viewpoints on designing a stable interface with a deep comprehension are also put forth.展开更多
BACKGROUND:The present study aims to investigate whether mannitol facilitates central nervous system(CNS) entry of vancomycin and alleviates methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus(MRSA)intracranial infection.METH...BACKGROUND:The present study aims to investigate whether mannitol facilitates central nervous system(CNS) entry of vancomycin and alleviates methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus(MRSA)intracranial infection.METHODS:Blood-brain barrier(BBB) permeability was assessed by measuring the concentration of sodium fl uorescein(NaF) in the brain tissues of rats and fl uorescein isothiocyanate-dextran(FITC-dextran)in a single-cell layer model.Neutrophil infiltration in the brain tissue,inflammatory cytokine levels in the serum,neurological function,and 7-day survival rates were used to evaluate therapeutic eff ects of mannitol and vancomycin in MRSA-infected rats.Syndecan-1 and fi lamentous actin(F-actin) levels were measured,and the relationship between F-actin and the endothelial glycocalyx layer(EGL) was explored via the depolymerization agent cytochalasin D and the polymerization agent jasplakinolide.RESULTS:Following mannitol administration,the NaF and vancomycin concentrations in the brain tissue increased rapidly within 5 min and remained stable for 30 min,indicating that mannitol increased BBB permeability for 30 min.In vitro,mannitol treatment led to significantly greater FITC-dextran permeation through a single-cell layer compared to controls.In the MRSA intracranial infection model,rats treated with mannitol and vancomycin simultaneously presented less infl ammation,improved neurological function,and increased 7-day survival rate compared to rats treated with vancomycin and mannitol at 10-hour intervals.Further experiments revealed that mannitol decreased the expression of syndecan-1 in brain tissues,which was confi rmed by in vitro experiments showing that mannitol signifi cantly decreased syndecan-1 via F-actin depolymerization.CONCLUSION:Mannitol may enhance the therapeutic effi cacy of vancomycin against intracranial MRSA infection by decreasing the endothelial glycocalyx of the BBB via F-actin depolymerization.展开更多
We present the first search for pulsed CH maser emission potentially stimulated by PSR J1644-4559,conducted using the ultra-wide-bandwidth low-frequency receiver on Murriyang,CSIRO's Parkes Radio Telescope.Observa...We present the first search for pulsed CH maser emission potentially stimulated by PSR J1644-4559,conducted using the ultra-wide-bandwidth low-frequency receiver on Murriyang,CSIRO's Parkes Radio Telescope.Observations targeted three CHΛ-doublet transitions at 3264,3335,and 3349 MHz,with a variability timescale of78 ms.We detected ten CH emission features at 3335 and 3349 MHz,and seven features at 3264 MHz,during both pulsar-ON and pulsar-OFF phases.The observed velocities align with the OH emission and absorption reported by a previous study,suggesting a close spatial association between CH and OH molecules.The derived column densities for CH clouds within the Parkes beam range from 0.05 to 9.8×10^(13)cm^(-2),indicating that these clouds are likely in diffuse and translucent states.Upper limits for CH column densities within the pulsar beam ranged from 0.3 to 9.8×10^(13)cm^(-2).Comparison of these column densities suggests that CH clouds may exhibit clumpiness and substructure.No significant stimulated emission feature was detected in the optical depth spectra.Additionally,as part of our search for pulsed stimulated emission,we investigated the potential CH absorption of the pulsar signal and found none,in agreement with astrophysical expectations.The upper limits for the potential maser amplification factors towards PSR J1644-4559 at 3264,3335,and 3349 MHz are 1.014,1.009,and 1.009,respectively.This study demonstrates the feasibility of detecting pulsed CH maser emission in the interstellar medium stimulated by pulsar photons.展开更多
Aluminum titanate has been widely used in low expansion applications and its thermal stability has been a hot topic. The stability of aluminium titanate research for improving product quality, and expanding its applic...Aluminum titanate has been widely used in low expansion applications and its thermal stability has been a hot topic. The stability of aluminium titanate research for improving product quality, and expanding its application field is of great significance. Aluminum titanate as glass melt erosion resistance and high temperature resistant, can be applied to high temperature pigment base. The medium temperature stability of aluminum titanate can be improved by ion doping, and magnesium stability of aluminum titanate has been widely studied. Therefore aluminium titanate is expected to become an ideal high temperature ceramic base material. In this paper, the preparation technology of magnesium-stabilized aluminum titanate powder was reviewed, and the preparation of magnesium-stabilized aluminum titanate powder by non-hydrolyzed sol-gel was mainly introduced.展开更多
In this study, a xylanase-produeing Aspergillus niger strain, NS-1, was screened and isolated from agricultural and forestry wastes. Based on single-fac- tor experiments, the effects of different carbon sources, compo...In this study, a xylanase-produeing Aspergillus niger strain, NS-1, was screened and isolated from agricultural and forestry wastes. Based on single-fac- tor experiments, the effects of different carbon sources, composite carbon sources, nitrogen sources, calcium carbonate concentrations, initial pH and surfactants on xylanase production by A. niger NS-1 were investigated. The results indicated that the most appropriate carbon source was corncobs ; the best composite carbon source was corncobs ＋ xylan, which was conducive to xylanase secretion; the most suitable nitrogen source was ammonium sulfate. Xylanase activity reached the highest in the medium added with 1.5% calcium carbonate and SDS as a surfactant with an initial pH of 5.0. This study provided the basis for the production of high-activity xylanase.展开更多
The significant clinical feature of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw(BRONJ)is the exposure of the necrotic jaw.Other clinical manifestations include jaw pain,swelling,abscess,and skin fistula,which seri...The significant clinical feature of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw(BRONJ)is the exposure of the necrotic jaw.Other clinical manifestations include jaw pain,swelling,abscess,and skin fistula,which seriously affect the patients’life,and there is no radical cure.Thus,new methods need to be found to prevent the occurrence of BRONJ.Here,a novel nanoparticle,t FNA-KLT,was successfully synthesized by us,in which the nanoparticle tetrahedral framework nucleic acid(tFNA)was used for carrying angiogenic peptide,KLT,and then further enhanced angiogenesis.TFNA-KLT possessed the same characteristics as tFNA,such as simple synthesis,stable structure,and good biocompatibility.Meanwhile,tFNA enhanced the stability of KLT and carried more KLT to interact with endothelial cells.First,it was confirmed that tFNA-KLT had the superior angiogenic ability to tFNA and KLT both in vitro and in vivo.Then we apply tFNA-KLT to the prevention of BRONJ.The results showed that tFNA-KLT can effectively prevent the occurrence of BRONJ by accelerating angiogenesis.In summary,the prepared novel nanoparticle,tFNA-KLT,was firstly synthesized by us.It was also firstly confirmed by us that tFNA-KLT significantly enhanced angiogenesis and can effectively prevent the occurrence of BRONJ by accelerating angiogenesis,thus providing a new avenue for the prevention of BRONJ and a new choice for therapeutic angiogenesis.展开更多
Recent studies have highlighted spatially resolved multi-omics technologies,including spatial genomics,transcriptomics,proteomics,and metabolomics,as powerful tools to decipher the spatial heterogeneity of the brain.H...Recent studies have highlighted spatially resolved multi-omics technologies,including spatial genomics,transcriptomics,proteomics,and metabolomics,as powerful tools to decipher the spatial heterogeneity of the brain.Here,we focus on two major approaches in spatial transcriptomics(next-generation sequencing-based technologies and image-based technologies),and mass spectrometry imaging technologies used in spatial proteomics and spatial metabolomics.Furthermore,we discuss their applications in neuroscience,including building the brain atlas,uncovering gene expression patterns of neurons for special behaviors,deciphering the molecular basis of neuronal communication,and providing a more comprehensive explanation of the molecular mechanisms underlying central nervous system disorders.However,further efforts are still needed toward the integrative application of multi-omics technologies,including the real-time spatial multi-omics analysis in living cells,the detailed gene profile in a whole-brain view,and the combination of functional verification.展开更多
Trousseau syndrome is characterized by thromboembolism induced by malignancy[1]and typically affects middle-aged to elderly patients.[2-4]When faced with a young patient suffering from cerebral infarction and diffuse ...Trousseau syndrome is characterized by thromboembolism induced by malignancy[1]and typically affects middle-aged to elderly patients.[2-4]When faced with a young patient suffering from cerebral infarction and diffuse arterial emboli,there is some controversy regarding whether to consider it a concurrent malignancy triggering Trousseau syndrome or to adhere to TOAST(Trial of Org 10172 in Acute Stroke Treatment)for common causes.[5,6]In this case study,we aimed to report a young patient with Trousseau syndrome presenting with multiple arterial emboli.展开更多
[ Objective] This study aimed to investigate the optimal conditions for ultrasonic extraction of polysaccharides from Polyporus umbeUatus, thus providing a reliable basis for the development and utilization of P. umbe...[ Objective] This study aimed to investigate the optimal conditions for ultrasonic extraction of polysaccharides from Polyporus umbeUatus, thus providing a reliable basis for the development and utilization of P. umbellatus. [ Method ] By single-factor experiment, the ultrasonic extraction process of polyperus pelysac- charides was optimized. [Result] The optimal conditions for ultrasonic extraction of polysaccharides from P. umbeUatus were： solid-liquid ratio 1：40 （g： ml）, ex- traction duration 60 rain, extraction temperature 70 ℃, ultrasonic power 100 W. [ Conclusion] Compared with conventional water extraction method, ultrasonic ex- traction could significantly improve the content of polyporus polysaccharides with shorter extraction duration, lower solid-liquid ratio and lower extraction tempera-展开更多
Layered composite oxide materials with O3/P2 biphasic crystallographic structure typically demonstrate a combination of high capacities of the O3 phase and high operation voltages of the P2 phase.However,their practic...Layered composite oxide materials with O3/P2 biphasic crystallographic structure typically demonstrate a combination of high capacities of the O3 phase and high operation voltages of the P2 phase.However,their practical applications are seriously obstructed by difficulties in thermodynamic phase regulation,complicated electrochemical phase transition,and unsatisfactory cycling life.Herein,we propose an efficient structural evolution strategy from biphase to monophase of Na_(0.766+x)Li_(x)Ni_(0.33-x)Mn_(0.5)Fe_(0.1)Ti_(0.07)O_(2) through Li+substitution.The role of Li+substitution not only simplifies the unfavorable phase transition by altering the local coordination of transition metal(TM)cations but also stabilizes the cathode–electrolyte interphase to prevent the degradation of TM cations during battery cycling.As a result,the thermodynamically robust O_(3)-Na_(0.826)Li_(0.06)Ni_(0.27)Mn_(0.5)Fe_(0.1)Ti_(0.07)O_(2) cathode delivers a high capacity of 139.4 mAh g^(-1) at 0.1 C and shows prolonged cycling life at high rates,with capacity retention of 81.6%at 5 C over 500 cycles.This work establishes a solid relationship between the thermodynamic structure evolution and electrochemistry of layered cathode materials,contributing to the development of long-life sodium-ion batteries.展开更多
The direct tandem oxidation synthesis of benzenediol from benzene could simplify or even avoid the separation and purification of reaction intermediates, which is promising but challenged because of the further requir...The direct tandem oxidation synthesis of benzenediol from benzene could simplify or even avoid the separation and purification of reaction intermediates, which is promising but challenged because of the further required immediate consecutive activation of intermediate phenol. In this work, a synergistic benzene tandem-oxidation catalyst that V-Cu bimetallic oxides modified nanoporous silica(VCu-NS)was constructed via a facile assembly strategy which involves addictive negative anion citric acid mediating the intercalation of metal-citric acid chelate in mesopore of silica and subsequent thermal calcination inducing dual-metal active site formation. Such a tactic could make amorphous VOxspecies well covered on the surface of mesopore, and ultrafine copper oxide particles surrounded and neighbored by highly dispersed VOxwith strong interplay in mesopore, which was comprehensively confirmed by various characterizations. Benefiting from the unique V-Cu neighboring effect, the desorption of formed phenol over the catalytic site might be restricted therefore easily further activated by the formed reactive oxidative species, 3VCu-NS shows synergetic tandem-oxidation catalytic activities for benzene towards benzenediol with a selectivity of 57%. The result allows optimal 3VCu-NS to be a promising catalyst for benzenediol synthesis from benzene.展开更多
The skin is the largest organ of the human body,and its aging is visible to the naked eye.The aging rate of men and women is slightly different.This study compared the protein expression of skin samples on the curved ...The skin is the largest organ of the human body,and its aging is visible to the naked eye.The aging rate of men and women is slightly different.This study compared the protein expression of skin samples on the curved forearms of 11 healthy women and 9 healthy men.Quantitative proteomics analysis found that the expression of epidermal proteins in men and women of the same age group was different.Compared with female skin,in male skin,20 proteins were upregulated,and 7 proteins were downregulated.These data suggest that men and women have differences in the speed of skin aging.For the first time in this experiment,a non-invasive mass spectrometer was used to detect 27 different-related epidermal proteins between men and women.Compared with women,among the 20 epidermal proteins upregulated in men,their functions can be classified into antioxidants,epidermal lipid metabolism,signal transduction,membrane transport,and cell biological processes;the 7 downregulated proteins are involved in a variety of biological processes and inflammatory reactions.Our experiments have discovered epidermal proteins related to the differences between men and women,enriching the library of epidermal differential proteins between men and women and enriching the mechanism of skin aging between men and women from the perspective of epidermal differential proteins.展开更多
Lenvatinib is widely used as a first-line chemotherapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC),a highly metastatic and recurrent cancer.However,HCC cells often develop resistance to lenvatinib,thus reducing its eff...Lenvatinib is widely used as a first-line chemotherapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC),a highly metastatic and recurrent cancer.However,HCC cells often develop resistance to lenvatinib,thus reducing its efficacy.This study aims to investigate the impact of STARD4,a crucial cholesterol transporter,on HCC growth and lenvatinib resistance,as well as explore the involvement of the EGFR/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway in STARD4's role.Analysis of clinical samples from HCC patients revealed increased expression of both STARD4 and EGFR in tumor tissues,with a strong correlation between STARD4 expression and malignancy progression.In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrated that STARD4 promoted HCC growth and hindered lenvatinib's anti-tumor effect,while STARD4 down-regulation exerted opposite effects.Further investigation revealed that depletion of STARD4 increased cholesterol accumulation in the plasma membrane,resulting in reduced EGFR phosphorylation.Moreover,cholesterol depletion attenuated these effects,suggesting STARD4 activates EGFR/PI3K/AKT signaling in a cholesterol-dependent manner.To elucidate the underlying mechanism of lenvatinib resistance,we established the lenvatinib-resistant HCC cell lines and found increased stimulation of both STARD4 and EGFR signaling.Furthermore,the EGFR inhibitor erlotinib suppressed the promotion of HCC progression by STARD4,reinforcing its role in activating the EGFR/PI3K/AKT pathway.In conclusion,this study demonstrates that STARD4 enhances HCC growth and lenvatinib resistance by regulating cholesterol homeostasis and activating the EGFR/PI3K/AKT pathway.These findings suggest STARD4 as a potential molecular biomarker for predicting lenvatinib resistance and as a therapeutic target in HCC treatment.展开更多
Sodium-ion intercalation oxides generally possess high compositional diversity according to their different stacking sequences.The sodium diffusion pathway in layered P-type materials used in sodium-ion batteries is o...Sodium-ion intercalation oxides generally possess high compositional diversity according to their different stacking sequences.The sodium diffusion pathway in layered P-type materials used in sodium-ion batteries is open,which can increase their rate capability by directly transmitting Na+between adjacent triangular prismatic channels,rather than passing through an intermediate tetrahedral site in O-type structure.However,how the structure chemistry of the P-type oxides determines their electrochemical properties has not been fully understood yet.Herein,by comparing the crystalline structures,electrochemical behaviors,ion/electron transport dynamics of a couple of P-type intercalation cathodes,P2-Na_(2/3)Ni1/3Mn_(2/3)O_(2)and P3-Na_(2/3)Ni_(1/3)Mn_(2/3)O_(2)with the same compositions,we demonstrate experimentally and computationally that the P2 phase delivers better cycling stability and rate capability than the P3 counterpart due to the predominant contribution of the faster intrinsic Na diffusion kinetics in the P2 bulk.We also point out that it is the electronic conductivity that captures the key electrochemistry of layered P3-type materials and makes them possible to enhance the sodium storage performance.The results reveal that the correlation between stacking structure and functional properties in two typical layered P-type cathodes,providing new guidelines for preparing and designing alkali-metal layered oxide materials with improved battery performance.展开更多
Synchrotron radiation-based micro-Laue technique has showcased great application potentials in materials science study for its unprecedented crystal orientation and lattice strain/stress resolution.Here we report the ...Synchrotron radiation-based micro-Laue technique has showcased great application potentials in materials science study for its unprecedented crystal orientation and lattice strain/stress resolution.Here we report the updated progress in the development of the micro-Laue technique on the X-ray test beamline at Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility.So far,40μm(h)×50μm(v)X-ray beam spot is routinely obtained,with the convergent angle of 0.2 mrad(h)×0.12 mrad(v).Area scans are conducted on a GH3535 Nibased superalloy base metal and weld joint with the same chemical composition.By analyzing the tremendous amount of Laue diffraction patterns using in-house developed software packages,the crystal orientation,elastic strain,and defect distributions are mapped and investigated.Such a successful proof-of-principle study offers first-hand experience on the further optimization of the design and construction of the scanning micro-Laue facility on the superbend beamline with improved spatial resolution and multiple functions for simultaneous chemical fluorescence mapping and in-situ microstructural evolution studies.The micro-Laue diffraction beamline at Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility will provide a versatile and powerful tool for the orientation and strain/stress mapping combined with phase identification with micron-sized spatial resolution.展开更多
基金supported by a grant from Guangdong Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(2023A15115012665).
文摘Disseminated mucormycosis is a life-threatening fungal infection with high mortality,particularly in immunocompromised patients.Early diagnosis and prompt intervention are crutial but often delayed due to nonspecific presentations.Many studies have highlighted the challenges in emergency settings,where atypical symptoms may lead to misdiagnosis.We report a rare case of disseminated mucormycosis originating from the stomach in a pregnancy-induced thrombocytopenia(PITP)patient,emphasizing rapid gastroscopy examination,histopathological confi rmation,multidisciplinary management,and high-risk factors for hospital-acquired gastrointestinal mucormycosis infection.
基金granted by National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFD1800900)Science and Technology Innovation Key R&D Program of Chongqing(CSTB2024TIAD-STX0038)+3 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(82574334,32501226)Chongqing Science and Technology Commission(CSTB2023NSCQ-JQX0002)Special Fund for Youth Team of Southwest University(SWU-XJLJ202306)Chongqing Natural Science Foundation(CSTB2024NSCQ-MSX0547).
文摘Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae(MDR-KP)is characterized by high mortality and risk of nosocomial transmission,and biofilm constitutes the primary challenge in the treatment of its implant-associated and refractory pulmonary infections.Notably,the hypoxic microenvironment and the physical barrier of biofilm leading to the increased tolerance of the bacteria to antibiotics.Herein,a hypoxia-responsive hybrid nanoparticle(CHLip@FLD/COL)loaded separately with anti-biofilm candidate fingolimod(FLD)and antibiotic colistin(COL)is achieved targeting antibacterial efficacy against MDR-KP in vitro and in vivo.CHLip@FLD/COL is composed of hybridizing hypoxia-responsive lipids(HLipid)and lipid A targeting materials DSPE-mPEG-COL.HLipid is synthesized by hexadecanedioic acid esterified with nitroimidazole,while DSPE-mPEG is coupling with vector COL via amide reaction.The relative level of extracellular polymeric substances and the NIR-IIb sO2 images of the infection site are used as indicators to establish mature biofilm models.CHLip@FLD/COL readily releases FLD and COL in hypoxic conditions,and its MIC against MDR-KP is only one-sixteenth of that when COL is used alone in vitro.The nanoparticle exhibits bacterial targeting ability and antibacterial effect in the pulmonary infection and biofilm infection mice models.Bacterial loads eliminated by 4 Log10 CFU and 2 Log10 CFU,respectively.The strategy provides a valuable reference for the treatment of refractory infections caused by MDR-KP.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52102302,22409161 and 52472249)the Young Talent Support Plan of Xi’an Jiaotong University(Grant No.DQ6J011)+4 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(2023-JC-QN-0115)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2022M712499)Beilin District Science and Technology Plan(GX2328)the support from Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by Chinese Association for Science and Technologythe“High-Level Talent Introduction Plan”of Shaanxi Province and Siyuan Scholar of Xi’an Jiaotong University。
文摘Global interest in lithium-sulfur batteries as one of the most promising energy storage technologies has been sparked by their low sulfur cathode cost,high gravimetric,volumetric energy densities,abundant resources,and environmental friendliness.However,their practical application is significantly impeded by several serious issues that arise at the cathode-electrolyte interface,such as interface structure degradation including the uneven deposition of Li_(2)S,unstable cathode-electrolyte interphase(CEI)layer and intermediate polysulfide shuttle effect.Thus,an optimized cathode-electrolyte interface along with optimized electrodes is required for overall improvement.Herein,we comprehensively outline the challenges and corresponding strategies,including electrolyte optimization to create a dense CEI layer,regulating the Li_(2)S deposition pattern,and inhibiting the shuttle effect with regard to the solid-liquid-solid pathway,the transformation from solid-liquid-solid to solid-solid pathway,and solid-solid pathway at the cathode-electrolyte interface.In order to spur more perceptive research and hasten the widespread use of lithium-sulfur batteries,viewpoints on designing a stable interface with a deep comprehension are also put forth.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation for Young Scientists of China (grant no.2002074)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(2023A1515010267, 2023A1515012665, 2024A1515010073)+1 种基金the China International Medical Foundation Cerebrovascular Disease Youth Innovation Fund (Z-2016-20-2201)the Medical Leading Talents Fund of Guangdong Province (KJ012019430)。
文摘BACKGROUND:The present study aims to investigate whether mannitol facilitates central nervous system(CNS) entry of vancomycin and alleviates methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus(MRSA)intracranial infection.METHODS:Blood-brain barrier(BBB) permeability was assessed by measuring the concentration of sodium fl uorescein(NaF) in the brain tissues of rats and fl uorescein isothiocyanate-dextran(FITC-dextran)in a single-cell layer model.Neutrophil infiltration in the brain tissue,inflammatory cytokine levels in the serum,neurological function,and 7-day survival rates were used to evaluate therapeutic eff ects of mannitol and vancomycin in MRSA-infected rats.Syndecan-1 and fi lamentous actin(F-actin) levels were measured,and the relationship between F-actin and the endothelial glycocalyx layer(EGL) was explored via the depolymerization agent cytochalasin D and the polymerization agent jasplakinolide.RESULTS:Following mannitol administration,the NaF and vancomycin concentrations in the brain tissue increased rapidly within 5 min and remained stable for 30 min,indicating that mannitol increased BBB permeability for 30 min.In vitro,mannitol treatment led to significantly greater FITC-dextran permeation through a single-cell layer compared to controls.In the MRSA intracranial infection model,rats treated with mannitol and vancomycin simultaneously presented less infl ammation,improved neurological function,and increased 7-day survival rate compared to rats treated with vancomycin and mannitol at 10-hour intervals.Further experiments revealed that mannitol decreased the expression of syndecan-1 in brain tissues,which was confi rmed by in vitro experiments showing that mannitol signifi cantly decreased syndecan-1 via F-actin depolymerization.CONCLUSION:Mannitol may enhance the therapeutic effi cacy of vancomycin against intracranial MRSA infection by decreasing the endothelial glycocalyx of the BBB via F-actin depolymerization.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC,Grant Nos.11988101,12203044,and 12473023)by the Leading Innovation and Entrepreneurship Team of Zhejiang Province of China grant No.2023R01008+2 种基金by Key R&D Program of Zhejiang grant No.2024SSYS0012by the University Annual Scientific Research Plan of Anhui Province(No.2023AH030052,No.2022AH010013)Cultivation Project for FAST Scientific Payoff and Research Achievement of CAMS-CAS。
文摘We present the first search for pulsed CH maser emission potentially stimulated by PSR J1644-4559,conducted using the ultra-wide-bandwidth low-frequency receiver on Murriyang,CSIRO's Parkes Radio Telescope.Observations targeted three CHΛ-doublet transitions at 3264,3335,and 3349 MHz,with a variability timescale of78 ms.We detected ten CH emission features at 3335 and 3349 MHz,and seven features at 3264 MHz,during both pulsar-ON and pulsar-OFF phases.The observed velocities align with the OH emission and absorption reported by a previous study,suggesting a close spatial association between CH and OH molecules.The derived column densities for CH clouds within the Parkes beam range from 0.05 to 9.8×10^(13)cm^(-2),indicating that these clouds are likely in diffuse and translucent states.Upper limits for CH column densities within the pulsar beam ranged from 0.3 to 9.8×10^(13)cm^(-2).Comparison of these column densities suggests that CH clouds may exhibit clumpiness and substructure.No significant stimulated emission feature was detected in the optical depth spectra.Additionally,as part of our search for pulsed stimulated emission,we investigated the potential CH absorption of the pulsar signal and found none,in agreement with astrophysical expectations.The upper limits for the potential maser amplification factors towards PSR J1644-4559 at 3264,3335,and 3349 MHz are 1.014,1.009,and 1.009,respectively.This study demonstrates the feasibility of detecting pulsed CH maser emission in the interstellar medium stimulated by pulsar photons.
文摘Aluminum titanate has been widely used in low expansion applications and its thermal stability has been a hot topic. The stability of aluminium titanate research for improving product quality, and expanding its application field is of great significance. Aluminum titanate as glass melt erosion resistance and high temperature resistant, can be applied to high temperature pigment base. The medium temperature stability of aluminum titanate can be improved by ion doping, and magnesium stability of aluminum titanate has been widely studied. Therefore aluminium titanate is expected to become an ideal high temperature ceramic base material. In this paper, the preparation technology of magnesium-stabilized aluminum titanate powder was reviewed, and the preparation of magnesium-stabilized aluminum titanate powder by non-hydrolyzed sol-gel was mainly introduced.
基金Supported by Project of Taizhou Science and Technology Bureau(TS019)
文摘In this study, a xylanase-produeing Aspergillus niger strain, NS-1, was screened and isolated from agricultural and forestry wastes. Based on single-fac- tor experiments, the effects of different carbon sources, composite carbon sources, nitrogen sources, calcium carbonate concentrations, initial pH and surfactants on xylanase production by A. niger NS-1 were investigated. The results indicated that the most appropriate carbon source was corncobs ; the best composite carbon source was corncobs ＋ xylan, which was conducive to xylanase secretion; the most suitable nitrogen source was ammonium sulfate. Xylanase activity reached the highest in the medium added with 1.5% calcium carbonate and SDS as a surfactant with an initial pH of 5.0. This study provided the basis for the production of high-activity xylanase.
基金the National Key R&D Program of China(2019YFA0110600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81970916,81870746)the support of State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases,National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases,Department of Oral&Maxillofacial Surgery,West China Hospital of Stomatology,Sichuan University。
文摘The significant clinical feature of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw(BRONJ)is the exposure of the necrotic jaw.Other clinical manifestations include jaw pain,swelling,abscess,and skin fistula,which seriously affect the patients’life,and there is no radical cure.Thus,new methods need to be found to prevent the occurrence of BRONJ.Here,a novel nanoparticle,t FNA-KLT,was successfully synthesized by us,in which the nanoparticle tetrahedral framework nucleic acid(tFNA)was used for carrying angiogenic peptide,KLT,and then further enhanced angiogenesis.TFNA-KLT possessed the same characteristics as tFNA,such as simple synthesis,stable structure,and good biocompatibility.Meanwhile,tFNA enhanced the stability of KLT and carried more KLT to interact with endothelial cells.First,it was confirmed that tFNA-KLT had the superior angiogenic ability to tFNA and KLT both in vitro and in vivo.Then we apply tFNA-KLT to the prevention of BRONJ.The results showed that tFNA-KLT can effectively prevent the occurrence of BRONJ by accelerating angiogenesis.In summary,the prepared novel nanoparticle,tFNA-KLT,was firstly synthesized by us.It was also firstly confirmed by us that tFNA-KLT significantly enhanced angiogenesis and can effectively prevent the occurrence of BRONJ by accelerating angiogenesis,thus providing a new avenue for the prevention of BRONJ and a new choice for therapeutic angiogenesis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.:U21A20418,82003727,82273903)l Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation,China(Grant No.:LQ21H310002).
文摘Recent studies have highlighted spatially resolved multi-omics technologies,including spatial genomics,transcriptomics,proteomics,and metabolomics,as powerful tools to decipher the spatial heterogeneity of the brain.Here,we focus on two major approaches in spatial transcriptomics(next-generation sequencing-based technologies and image-based technologies),and mass spectrometry imaging technologies used in spatial proteomics and spatial metabolomics.Furthermore,we discuss their applications in neuroscience,including building the brain atlas,uncovering gene expression patterns of neurons for special behaviors,deciphering the molecular basis of neuronal communication,and providing a more comprehensive explanation of the molecular mechanisms underlying central nervous system disorders.However,further efforts are still needed toward the integrative application of multi-omics technologies,including the real-time spatial multi-omics analysis in living cells,the detailed gene profile in a whole-brain view,and the combination of functional verification.
文摘Trousseau syndrome is characterized by thromboembolism induced by malignancy[1]and typically affects middle-aged to elderly patients.[2-4]When faced with a young patient suffering from cerebral infarction and diffuse arterial emboli,there is some controversy regarding whether to consider it a concurrent malignancy triggering Trousseau syndrome or to adhere to TOAST(Trial of Org 10172 in Acute Stroke Treatment)for common causes.[5,6]In this case study,we aimed to report a young patient with Trousseau syndrome presenting with multiple arterial emboli.
基金Supported by Practical Innovation Program for College Students in Jiangsu ProvinceSocial Development Project of Taizhou City(TS019)
文摘[ Objective] This study aimed to investigate the optimal conditions for ultrasonic extraction of polysaccharides from Polyporus umbeUatus, thus providing a reliable basis for the development and utilization of P. umbellatus. [ Method ] By single-factor experiment, the ultrasonic extraction process of polyperus pelysac- charides was optimized. [Result] The optimal conditions for ultrasonic extraction of polysaccharides from P. umbeUatus were： solid-liquid ratio 1：40 （g： ml）, ex- traction duration 60 rain, extraction temperature 70 ℃, ultrasonic power 100 W. [ Conclusion] Compared with conventional water extraction method, ultrasonic ex- traction could significantly improve the content of polyporus polysaccharides with shorter extraction duration, lower solid-liquid ratio and lower extraction tempera-
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52102302,51807146,and 22179021)the Young Talent Support Plan of Xi'an Jiaotong University(Grant No.DQ6J011)+2 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(2023-JC-QN-0115)State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment(EIPE23313)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(xyz012023165).
文摘Layered composite oxide materials with O3/P2 biphasic crystallographic structure typically demonstrate a combination of high capacities of the O3 phase and high operation voltages of the P2 phase.However,their practical applications are seriously obstructed by difficulties in thermodynamic phase regulation,complicated electrochemical phase transition,and unsatisfactory cycling life.Herein,we propose an efficient structural evolution strategy from biphase to monophase of Na_(0.766+x)Li_(x)Ni_(0.33-x)Mn_(0.5)Fe_(0.1)Ti_(0.07)O_(2) through Li+substitution.The role of Li+substitution not only simplifies the unfavorable phase transition by altering the local coordination of transition metal(TM)cations but also stabilizes the cathode–electrolyte interphase to prevent the degradation of TM cations during battery cycling.As a result,the thermodynamically robust O_(3)-Na_(0.826)Li_(0.06)Ni_(0.27)Mn_(0.5)Fe_(0.1)Ti_(0.07)O_(2) cathode delivers a high capacity of 139.4 mAh g^(-1) at 0.1 C and shows prolonged cycling life at high rates,with capacity retention of 81.6%at 5 C over 500 cycles.This work establishes a solid relationship between the thermodynamic structure evolution and electrochemistry of layered cathode materials,contributing to the development of long-life sodium-ion batteries.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21908085)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province, China (BK20190961)+1 种基金Postdoctoral Research Foundation of Jiangsu Province (2020Z291)the Jiangsu Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering (JSHJZDSYS-202103)。
文摘The direct tandem oxidation synthesis of benzenediol from benzene could simplify or even avoid the separation and purification of reaction intermediates, which is promising but challenged because of the further required immediate consecutive activation of intermediate phenol. In this work, a synergistic benzene tandem-oxidation catalyst that V-Cu bimetallic oxides modified nanoporous silica(VCu-NS)was constructed via a facile assembly strategy which involves addictive negative anion citric acid mediating the intercalation of metal-citric acid chelate in mesopore of silica and subsequent thermal calcination inducing dual-metal active site formation. Such a tactic could make amorphous VOxspecies well covered on the surface of mesopore, and ultrafine copper oxide particles surrounded and neighbored by highly dispersed VOxwith strong interplay in mesopore, which was comprehensively confirmed by various characterizations. Benefiting from the unique V-Cu neighboring effect, the desorption of formed phenol over the catalytic site might be restricted therefore easily further activated by the formed reactive oxidative species, 3VCu-NS shows synergetic tandem-oxidation catalytic activities for benzene towards benzenediol with a selectivity of 57%. The result allows optimal 3VCu-NS to be a promising catalyst for benzenediol synthesis from benzene.
基金the Science and Technology Action Plan for Prevention and Treatment of Major Diseases sponsored by the National Health and Family Planning Commission of the People’s Republic of China(Grant No.2017ZX-01E-002)Anhui Institute of Translational Medicine(ZHYX2020A005).
文摘The skin is the largest organ of the human body,and its aging is visible to the naked eye.The aging rate of men and women is slightly different.This study compared the protein expression of skin samples on the curved forearms of 11 healthy women and 9 healthy men.Quantitative proteomics analysis found that the expression of epidermal proteins in men and women of the same age group was different.Compared with female skin,in male skin,20 proteins were upregulated,and 7 proteins were downregulated.These data suggest that men and women have differences in the speed of skin aging.For the first time in this experiment,a non-invasive mass spectrometer was used to detect 27 different-related epidermal proteins between men and women.Compared with women,among the 20 epidermal proteins upregulated in men,their functions can be classified into antioxidants,epidermal lipid metabolism,signal transduction,membrane transport,and cell biological processes;the 7 downregulated proteins are involved in a variety of biological processes and inflammatory reactions.Our experiments have discovered epidermal proteins related to the differences between men and women,enriching the library of epidermal differential proteins between men and women and enriching the mechanism of skin aging between men and women from the perspective of epidermal differential proteins.
基金supported by the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of China(No.2023A1515012595,2024A1515012743)Nanfang Hospital Dean's Fund(No.2022A010)+1 种基金Wu Jieping Medical Foundation(No.320.6750.2023-06-18)Hospital Pharmacy Research Foundation of the Guangdong Liver Disease Association of China(No.2023gdsgzbzd01).
文摘Lenvatinib is widely used as a first-line chemotherapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC),a highly metastatic and recurrent cancer.However,HCC cells often develop resistance to lenvatinib,thus reducing its efficacy.This study aims to investigate the impact of STARD4,a crucial cholesterol transporter,on HCC growth and lenvatinib resistance,as well as explore the involvement of the EGFR/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway in STARD4's role.Analysis of clinical samples from HCC patients revealed increased expression of both STARD4 and EGFR in tumor tissues,with a strong correlation between STARD4 expression and malignancy progression.In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrated that STARD4 promoted HCC growth and hindered lenvatinib's anti-tumor effect,while STARD4 down-regulation exerted opposite effects.Further investigation revealed that depletion of STARD4 increased cholesterol accumulation in the plasma membrane,resulting in reduced EGFR phosphorylation.Moreover,cholesterol depletion attenuated these effects,suggesting STARD4 activates EGFR/PI3K/AKT signaling in a cholesterol-dependent manner.To elucidate the underlying mechanism of lenvatinib resistance,we established the lenvatinib-resistant HCC cell lines and found increased stimulation of both STARD4 and EGFR signaling.Furthermore,the EGFR inhibitor erlotinib suppressed the promotion of HCC progression by STARD4,reinforcing its role in activating the EGFR/PI3K/AKT pathway.In conclusion,this study demonstrates that STARD4 enhances HCC growth and lenvatinib resistance by regulating cholesterol homeostasis and activating the EGFR/PI3K/AKT pathway.These findings suggest STARD4 as a potential molecular biomarker for predicting lenvatinib resistance and as a therapeutic target in HCC treatment.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (U1607128,52102302 and 21521005)Natural Science Foundation of Beijing (2222020)+1 种基金the Young Talent Support Plan and Siyuan Scholar of Xi’an Jiaotong University (DQ6J011 and DQ1J009)State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment (EIPE23313)
文摘Sodium-ion intercalation oxides generally possess high compositional diversity according to their different stacking sequences.The sodium diffusion pathway in layered P-type materials used in sodium-ion batteries is open,which can increase their rate capability by directly transmitting Na+between adjacent triangular prismatic channels,rather than passing through an intermediate tetrahedral site in O-type structure.However,how the structure chemistry of the P-type oxides determines their electrochemical properties has not been fully understood yet.Herein,by comparing the crystalline structures,electrochemical behaviors,ion/electron transport dynamics of a couple of P-type intercalation cathodes,P2-Na_(2/3)Ni1/3Mn_(2/3)O_(2)and P3-Na_(2/3)Ni_(1/3)Mn_(2/3)O_(2)with the same compositions,we demonstrate experimentally and computationally that the P2 phase delivers better cycling stability and rate capability than the P3 counterpart due to the predominant contribution of the faster intrinsic Na diffusion kinetics in the P2 bulk.We also point out that it is the electronic conductivity that captures the key electrochemistry of layered P3-type materials and makes them possible to enhance the sodium storage performance.The results reveal that the correlation between stacking structure and functional properties in two typical layered P-type cathodes,providing new guidelines for preparing and designing alkali-metal layered oxide materials with improved battery performance.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2016YFB0700404)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (91860109,U2032205, 51671154, and 51927801)the support from the International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies and the Collaborative Innovation Center of High-End Manufacturing Equipment
文摘Synchrotron radiation-based micro-Laue technique has showcased great application potentials in materials science study for its unprecedented crystal orientation and lattice strain/stress resolution.Here we report the updated progress in the development of the micro-Laue technique on the X-ray test beamline at Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility.So far,40μm(h)×50μm(v)X-ray beam spot is routinely obtained,with the convergent angle of 0.2 mrad(h)×0.12 mrad(v).Area scans are conducted on a GH3535 Nibased superalloy base metal and weld joint with the same chemical composition.By analyzing the tremendous amount of Laue diffraction patterns using in-house developed software packages,the crystal orientation,elastic strain,and defect distributions are mapped and investigated.Such a successful proof-of-principle study offers first-hand experience on the further optimization of the design and construction of the scanning micro-Laue facility on the superbend beamline with improved spatial resolution and multiple functions for simultaneous chemical fluorescence mapping and in-situ microstructural evolution studies.The micro-Laue diffraction beamline at Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility will provide a versatile and powerful tool for the orientation and strain/stress mapping combined with phase identification with micron-sized spatial resolution.
