Unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs)bring more innovation and attraction to outdoor mobile high-definition(HD)live streaming with its unique perspective.Due to the heavy computational requirements of HD live broadcast tasks...Unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs)bring more innovation and attraction to outdoor mobile high-definition(HD)live streaming with its unique perspective.Due to the heavy computational requirements of HD live broadcast tasks and the limited hardware performance of UAV equipment,how to reduce the system response delay and improve the energy efficiency of terminal equipment directly affects the secure broadcast of the system.Secure task offloading in this scenario is considered a promising solution and has received academic attention.In this paper,we simulate the UAV-aided outdoor mobile HD live streaming scenarios and optimize the relevant task offloading strategies.First,we design the total cost function of task offloading that jointly optimizes secure time latency and energy consumption.Additionally,we propose a collaborative computing model for multi-UAV task offloading.This model combines the idea of simulated annealing(SA)and introduces the compression factor to enhance the particle swarm optimization(PSO)to realize secure task offloading.The simulation results show that the proposed strategy has better performance in balancing network latency and energy consumption.Compared with the discrete teaching–learning-based optimization(DTLBO)and quantum PSO(QPSO)task offloading strategies,the fitness value of the proposed strategy is decreased by an average of 26.73%and 16.42%,respectively.展开更多
Asian cultivated rice is one of the most important cereal crops globally,feeding approximately 50%of the world's population.Increasing rice nitrogen use efficiency(NUE)is crucial for achieving high yields with low...Asian cultivated rice is one of the most important cereal crops globally,feeding approximately 50%of the world's population.Increasing rice nitrogen use efficiency(NUE)is crucial for achieving high yields with low nitrogen inputs(Xu et al.,2012;Hu et al.,2023).However,modern cultivars are typically bred for high yields through excessive nitrogen fertilizer use,leading to the loss of beneficial alleles associated with high NUE during the breeding process(Wang and Peng,2017;Hu et al.,2023).Genetic improvement for high NUE should be a key strategy in breeding“Green Super Rice”(GSR)(Yu et al.,2021)and water-saving and drought-resistance rice(WDR)(Luo,2010;Xia et al.,2022)for sustainable agriculture.Asian cultivated rice is highly diverse and harbors vital genetic variants essential for adaptation to different environments(Wing et al.,2018).展开更多
AIM:To explore the effect of co-host non-coding RNA(ncRNA)MIR503HG/miR-503-5p on the angiogenesis of pterygium.METHODS:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p/fibroblast growth factor 2(FGF2)expression levels in pterygium tissues,control...AIM:To explore the effect of co-host non-coding RNA(ncRNA)MIR503HG/miR-503-5p on the angiogenesis of pterygium.METHODS:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p/fibroblast growth factor 2(FGF2)expression levels in pterygium tissues,control conjunctival tissues,and human pterygium fibroblasts(HPF)were examined by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction(qRT-PCR)and immunohistochemical methods.Effects of MIR503HG/miR-503-5p on low molecular weight FGF2(LWM FGF2),migration and angiogenesis of human retinal microvascular endothelial cells(HRMEC)were determined in an HPF and HRMEC co-culture model using Western blots,wound healing assay,Matrigel-based tube formation assay,and Transwell assay.RESULTS:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p/FGF2 pathway was actively increased in pterygium tissue and there was a negative correlation between the expression of the two ncRNAs.FGF2 expression level was positively correlated with MIR503HG and negatively correlated with miR-503-5p.Overexpressed MIR503HG/miR-503-5p did not affect the migration and angiogenesis of HRMECs cultured separately,but significantly affected migration and angiogenesis of HRMEC in HPF and HRMEC co-culture models.Western blotting revealed that MIR503HG/miR-503-5p overexpression significantly increased LMW FGF2 expression in HPF.CONCLUSION:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p inhibits HRMEC migration and angiogenic function by interfering with the interaction between HPF and endothelial cells via reducing LMW FGF2 in HPF.展开更多
Wound dressings with tissue adhesion,good mechanical,antioxidant and anti-inflammatory performance are urgently needed.In this work,we present a multifunctional selenium nanoparticles(SeNPs)/citric acid/gelatin/hydrox...Wound dressings with tissue adhesion,good mechanical,antioxidant and anti-inflammatory performance are urgently needed.In this work,we present a multifunctional selenium nanoparticles(SeNPs)/citric acid/gelatin/hydroxysuccinimide-grafted polyacrylic acid nanocomposite hydrogel adhesive(SCA) specifically designed for wound healing applications.The SCA was prepared via a one-pot processing,where SeNPs synthesized via chemical reduction were incorporated.These SeNPs not only endowed SCA with robust wet adhesion ability,excellent stretchability,and skin-matched elasticity modulus by serving as a physical crosslinker to modulate swelling equilibrium and molecular slippage,but also enhanced the biocompatibility and free radical scavenging capacity of SCA.Furthermore,in vivo evaluation of full-thickness cutaneous defects of rats revealed that SCA effectively reduced inflammation,promoted wound closure,and increased collagen deposition.All these results demonstrated that the developed SCA offers a promising therapeutic strategy for wound healing applications.展开更多
This study devoted to optimize the laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)parameters for the preparation of Zr-2.5Nb alloys,and was focused on power of incident laser beam and its scanning speed.The microstructure,mechanical an...This study devoted to optimize the laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)parameters for the preparation of Zr-2.5Nb alloys,and was focused on power of incident laser beam and its scanning speed.The microstructure,mechanical and corrosion properties of samples prepared at different laser powers were investigated.The results show that high quality samples were obtained with the relative density over 99%,ultimate tensile strength of 980 MPa,and the elongation at fracture of 14.18%.At a scanning speed of 1400 mm/s,with increasing laser power from 120 to 180 W,two transformation processes:α'martensite coarsening and transition from an acicular into a zigzag structure(β→α'/α→α+β)occurred.Densification andα'martensite transition improved ductility and corrosion resistance at optimal value of the laser power while lower or higher laser power resulted in decreasing the ductility and corrosion resistance because of unfused particles and pores.Increasingβ-Zr amount and size decreased the tensile strength due to the dislocation movement.Passive films,which were spontaneously formed at different laser powers,possessed an optimum corrosion resistance at the laser power of 160 W.展开更多
AIM:To investigate the choroidal vascular index(CVI)and the choroidal structural changes beyond the subfoveal area(analyzed across a 20 mm×24 mm scanning area)in eyes with chronic central serous chorioretinopathy...AIM:To investigate the choroidal vascular index(CVI)and the choroidal structural changes beyond the subfoveal area(analyzed across a 20 mm×24 mm scanning area)in eyes with chronic central serous chorioretinopathy(cCSC)eyes with macular neovascularization(MNV)using ultra-widefield swept-source optical coherence tomography angiography(UWF SS-OCTA).METHODS:This retrospective comparative study included 46 cCSC with MNV eyes(With MNV group),52 cCSC without MNV eyes(Without MNV group),and 40 age-matched healthy controls.UWF SS-OCTA imaging with a 20 mm×24 mm protocol was used to quantify CVI across 9 subfields(superotemporal,superior,superonasal,temporal,central,nasal,inferotemporal,inferior,and inferonasal).The CVI was compared among the groups.RESULTS:With MNV group demonstrated significantly older mean age than Without MNV group(56.2±6.1 vs 47.5±8.6y,P<0.001).The CVI was significantly lower in the With MNV group than in the Without MNV group,except in the superotemporal,superior,and temporal regions(all P<0.05).Notably,despite MNV-associated CVI reductions,the With MNV group maintained a higher CVI than the control group in all 5 subfields(superior,temporal,central,inferior,and inferonasal;all P<0.05).In the central region,CONCLUSION:CVI decreases,and choroidal structural changes extend beyond the subfoveal area in cCSC with MNV eyes,providing with an imaging evidence for the important role of choroidal ischemia in the pathogenesis of MNV in cCSC.展开更多
Tunable mid-infrared lasers are essential for optical sensing and imaging.Existing technologies,however,face challenges in simultaneously achieving broadband spectral tunability and ultra-rapid scan rates,limiting the...Tunable mid-infrared lasers are essential for optical sensing and imaging.Existing technologies,however,face challenges in simultaneously achieving broadband spectral tunability and ultra-rapid scan rates,limiting their utility in dynamic scenarios such as real-time characterization of multiple molecular absorption bands.We present a high-speed approach for broadband wavelength sweeping in the mid-infrared region,leveraging spectral focusing via difference-frequency generation between a chirped fiber laser and an asynchronous,frequency-modulated electro-optic comb.This method enables pulse-to-pulse spectral tuning at a speed of 5.6 THz∕μs with 380 elements.Applied to spectroscopic sensing,our technique achieves broad spectral coverage(2600 to 3780 cm−1)with moderate spectral resolution(8 cm−1)and rapid acquisition time(-6.3μs).Notably,the controllable electro-optic comb facilitates high scan rates of up to 2 Mscans∕s across the full spectral range(corresponding to a speed of 60 THz∕μs),with trade-offs in number of elements(-30)and spectral point spacing or resolution(33 cm−1).Nevertheless,these capabilities make our platform highly promising for applications such as flow cytometry,chemical reaction monitoring,and mid-infrared ranging and imaging.展开更多
Titanium(Ti)alloys are widely used in high-tech fields like aerospace and biomedical engineering.Laser additive manufacturing(LAM),as an innovative technology,is the key driver for the development of Ti alloys.Despite...Titanium(Ti)alloys are widely used in high-tech fields like aerospace and biomedical engineering.Laser additive manufacturing(LAM),as an innovative technology,is the key driver for the development of Ti alloys.Despite the significant advancements in LAM of Ti alloys,there remain challenges that need further research and development efforts.To recap the potential of LAM high-performance Ti alloy,this article systematically reviews LAM Ti alloys with up-to-date information on process,materials,and properties.Several feasible solutions to advance LAM Ti alloys are reviewed,including intelligent process parameters optimization,LAM process innovation with auxiliary fields and novel Ti alloys customization for LAM.The auxiliary energy fields(e.g.thermal,acoustic,mechanical deformation and magnetic fields)can affect the melt pool dynamics and solidification behaviour during LAM of Ti alloys,altering microstructures and mechanical performances.Different kinds of novel Ti alloys customized for LAM,like peritecticα-Ti,eutectoid(α+β)-Ti,hybrid(α+β)-Ti,isomorphousβ-Ti and eutecticβ-Ti alloys are reviewed in detail.Furthermore,machine learning in accelerating the LAM process optimization and new materials development is also outlooked.This review summarizes the material properties and performance envelops and benchmarks the research achievements in LAM of Ti alloys.In addition,the perspectives and further trends in LAM of Ti alloys are also highlighted.展开更多
The dehalogenation of organohalides has been a research hotspot in bioremediation field;however,the influence of tourmaline,a natural ore that can generate spontaneous electric field,on organohalide-respiring bacteria...The dehalogenation of organohalides has been a research hotspot in bioremediation field;however,the influence of tourmaline,a natural ore that can generate spontaneous electric field,on organohalide-respiring bacteria(OHRB)and their dechlorination process is not well known.In this study,the effect and mechanism of tourmaline on the reductive dechlorination of 2,3-dichlorophenol(2,3-DCP)by Desulfitobacterium hafniense DCB-2Twere explored.The characterization results confirmed that tourmaline had good stability and the optimal dosage of tourmaline was 2.5 g/L,which shortened the total time required for dechlorination reaction to 72 hr.Besides,tourmaline amendment also increased the proportion of 2-chlorophenol(2-CP)from 18%to 30%of end products,while that of 3-CP decreased correspondingly.The theoretical calculations showed that the bond charge of the orthosubstituted chlorine declined from-0.179 to-0.067,and that of meta-substituted chlorine increased from-0.111 to-0.129,which indicated that the spontaneous electric field of tourmaline affected the charge distribution of 2,3-DCP and was more conducive to the generation of 2-CP.Overall,tourmaline with the spontaneous electric field affected the reductive dechlorination pathway of Desulfitobacterium,and the tourmaline-OHRB combining system might serve as a novel strategy for the bioremediation of environments polluted with chlorinated phenols.展开更多
BACKGROUND Bariatric and metabolic surgery have been routinely performed following the rapid increase in obesity and metabolic diseases worldwide.Of all evolving procedures,Roux-en-Y gastric bypass(RYGB)is considered ...BACKGROUND Bariatric and metabolic surgery have been routinely performed following the rapid increase in obesity and metabolic diseases worldwide.Of all evolving procedures,Roux-en-Y gastric bypass(RYGB)is considered the gold standard for surgical treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)and obesity.RYGB was introduced in China nearly 20 years ago,but the number of RYGB surgeries only accounts for 3.1%of the total number of weight loss and metabolic surgeries in China,it’s effect on Chinese people still needs further study.AIM To investigate the effect and safety of a modified gastric bypass performed in Chinese patients with T2DM.METHODS Patients with obesity and T2DM who underwent modified gastric bypass,with>5-year follow-up data,were analyzed.RESULTS All 37 patients underwent uneventful laparoscopic surgery,no patient was switched to laparotomy during the surgery,and no severe complications were reported.Average weight and body mass index of the patients reduced from 84.6±17.3(60.0–140.0)kg and 30.9±5.0(24.7–46.2)kg/m2 to 67.1±12.2(24.7–46.2)kg and 24.6±3.9(17.7–36.5)kg/m2,respectively,and fasting plasma glucose and glycated hemoglobin decreased from 7.4±3.4 mmol/L and 8.2%±1.7%preoperatively to 6.5±1.3 mmol/L and 6.5%±0.9%5-years postoperatively,respectively.Only 29.7%(11/37)of the patients used hypoglycemic drugs 5-years postoperatively,and the complete remission rate of T2DM was 29.7%(11/37).Triglyceride level reduced significantly but high-density lipoprotein increased significantly(both P<0.05)compared with those during the preoperative period.Liver and renal function improved significantly postoperatively,and binary logistic regression analysis revealed that the patients’preoperative history of T2DM and fasting C-peptide were significant prognostic factors influencing complete T2DM remission after RYGB(P=0.006 and 0.012,respectively).CONCLUSION The modified gastric bypass is a safe and feasible procedure for Chinese patients with obesity and T2DM,exhibiting satisfactory amelioration of weight problems,hyperglycemia,and combination disease.展开更多
In response to escalating challenges in energy conservation and emission reduction,this study delves into the complexities of heat transfer in two-phase flows and adjustments to combustion processes within coal-fired ...In response to escalating challenges in energy conservation and emission reduction,this study delves into the complexities of heat transfer in two-phase flows and adjustments to combustion processes within coal-fired boilers.Utilizing a fusion of hybrid modeling and automation technologies,we develop soft measurement models for key combustion parameters,such as the net calorific value of coal,flue gas oxygen content,and fly ash carbon content,within theDistributedControl System(DCS).Validated with performance test data,thesemodels exhibit controlled root mean square error(RMSE)and maximum absolute error(MAXE)values,both within the range of 0.203.Integrated into their respective automatic control systems,thesemodels optimize two-phase flow heat transfer,finetune combustion conditions,and mitigate incomplete combustion.Furthermore,this paper conducts an in-depth exploration of the generationmechanismof nitrogen oxides(NO_(x))and low oxygen emission reduction technology in coal-fired boilers,demonstrating a substantial reduction in furnace exit NO_(x) generation by 30%to 40%and the power supply coal consumption decreased by 1.62 g/(kW h).The research outcomes highlight the model’s rapid responsiveness,enabling prompt reflection of transient variations in various economic indicator parameters.This provides a more effective means for real-time monitoring of crucial variables in coal-fired boilers and facilitates timely combustion adjustments,underscoring notable achievements in boiler combustion.The research not only provides valuable and practical insights into the intricacies of two-phase flow heat transfer and heat exchange but also establishes a pioneering methodology for tackling industry challenges.展开更多
Laser additive manufacturing(LAM)of titanium(Ti)alloys has emerged as a transformative technology with vast potential across multiple industries.To recap the state of the art,Ti alloys processed by two essential LAM t...Laser additive manufacturing(LAM)of titanium(Ti)alloys has emerged as a transformative technology with vast potential across multiple industries.To recap the state of the art,Ti alloys processed by two essential LAM techniques(i.e.,laser powder bed fusion and laser-directed energy deposition)will be reviewed,covering the aspects of processes,materials and post-processing.The impacts of process parameters and strategies for optimizing parameters will be elucidated.Various types of Ti alloys processed by LAM,includingα-Ti,(α+β)-Ti,andβ-Ti alloys,will be overviewed in terms of micro structures and benchmarking properties.Furthermore,the post-processing methods for improving the performance of L AM-processed Ti alloys,including conventional and novel heat treatment,hot isostatic pressing,and surface processing(e.g.,ultrasonic and laser shot peening),will be systematically reviewed and discussed.The review summarizes the process windows,properties,and performance envelopes and benchmarks the research achievements in LAM of Ti alloys.The outlooks of further trends in LAM of Ti alloys are also highlighted at the end of the review.This comprehensive review could serve as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners,promoting further advancements in LAM-built Ti alloys and their applications.展开更多
基金supported in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.62271454 and 62171119).
文摘Unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs)bring more innovation and attraction to outdoor mobile high-definition(HD)live streaming with its unique perspective.Due to the heavy computational requirements of HD live broadcast tasks and the limited hardware performance of UAV equipment,how to reduce the system response delay and improve the energy efficiency of terminal equipment directly affects the secure broadcast of the system.Secure task offloading in this scenario is considered a promising solution and has received academic attention.In this paper,we simulate the UAV-aided outdoor mobile HD live streaming scenarios and optimize the relevant task offloading strategies.First,we design the total cost function of task offloading that jointly optimizes secure time latency and energy consumption.Additionally,we propose a collaborative computing model for multi-UAV task offloading.This model combines the idea of simulated annealing(SA)and introduces the compression factor to enhance the particle swarm optimization(PSO)to realize secure task offloading.The simulation results show that the proposed strategy has better performance in balancing network latency and energy consumption.Compared with the discrete teaching–learning-based optimization(DTLBO)and quantum PSO(QPSO)task offloading strategies,the fitness value of the proposed strategy is decreased by an average of 26.73%and 16.42%,respectively.
基金supported by Joint Funds of National Natural Science Foundation of China(U24A20399)Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai(23JC1403500,22ZR1455300)+2 种基金Specific university discipline construction project(2023B10564002,2023B10564004)Shanghai Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Program(2024-02-08-00-12-F00028)Earmarked Fund for China Agriculture Research System(CARS-01).
文摘Asian cultivated rice is one of the most important cereal crops globally,feeding approximately 50%of the world's population.Increasing rice nitrogen use efficiency(NUE)is crucial for achieving high yields with low nitrogen inputs(Xu et al.,2012;Hu et al.,2023).However,modern cultivars are typically bred for high yields through excessive nitrogen fertilizer use,leading to the loss of beneficial alleles associated with high NUE during the breeding process(Wang and Peng,2017;Hu et al.,2023).Genetic improvement for high NUE should be a key strategy in breeding“Green Super Rice”(GSR)(Yu et al.,2021)and water-saving and drought-resistance rice(WDR)(Luo,2010;Xia et al.,2022)for sustainable agriculture.Asian cultivated rice is highly diverse and harbors vital genetic variants essential for adaptation to different environments(Wing et al.,2018).
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81770898).
文摘AIM:To explore the effect of co-host non-coding RNA(ncRNA)MIR503HG/miR-503-5p on the angiogenesis of pterygium.METHODS:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p/fibroblast growth factor 2(FGF2)expression levels in pterygium tissues,control conjunctival tissues,and human pterygium fibroblasts(HPF)were examined by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction(qRT-PCR)and immunohistochemical methods.Effects of MIR503HG/miR-503-5p on low molecular weight FGF2(LWM FGF2),migration and angiogenesis of human retinal microvascular endothelial cells(HRMEC)were determined in an HPF and HRMEC co-culture model using Western blots,wound healing assay,Matrigel-based tube formation assay,and Transwell assay.RESULTS:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p/FGF2 pathway was actively increased in pterygium tissue and there was a negative correlation between the expression of the two ncRNAs.FGF2 expression level was positively correlated with MIR503HG and negatively correlated with miR-503-5p.Overexpressed MIR503HG/miR-503-5p did not affect the migration and angiogenesis of HRMECs cultured separately,but significantly affected migration and angiogenesis of HRMEC in HPF and HRMEC co-culture models.Western blotting revealed that MIR503HG/miR-503-5p overexpression significantly increased LMW FGF2 expression in HPF.CONCLUSION:MIR503HG/miR-503-5p inhibits HRMEC migration and angiogenic function by interfering with the interaction between HPF and endothelial cells via reducing LMW FGF2 in HPF.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52403042)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M742472)。
文摘Wound dressings with tissue adhesion,good mechanical,antioxidant and anti-inflammatory performance are urgently needed.In this work,we present a multifunctional selenium nanoparticles(SeNPs)/citric acid/gelatin/hydroxysuccinimide-grafted polyacrylic acid nanocomposite hydrogel adhesive(SCA) specifically designed for wound healing applications.The SCA was prepared via a one-pot processing,where SeNPs synthesized via chemical reduction were incorporated.These SeNPs not only endowed SCA with robust wet adhesion ability,excellent stretchability,and skin-matched elasticity modulus by serving as a physical crosslinker to modulate swelling equilibrium and molecular slippage,but also enhanced the biocompatibility and free radical scavenging capacity of SCA.Furthermore,in vivo evaluation of full-thickness cutaneous defects of rats revealed that SCA effectively reduced inflammation,promoted wound closure,and increased collagen deposition.All these results demonstrated that the developed SCA offers a promising therapeutic strategy for wound healing applications.
基金supported by the National Key Area Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFB4606702)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,China(No.2022B1515120066)+2 种基金Dongguan Key Area Research and Development Program,China(No.20221200300182)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52271032)Key Research and Development Program of Jiangsu Province,China(No.K22251901).
文摘This study devoted to optimize the laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)parameters for the preparation of Zr-2.5Nb alloys,and was focused on power of incident laser beam and its scanning speed.The microstructure,mechanical and corrosion properties of samples prepared at different laser powers were investigated.The results show that high quality samples were obtained with the relative density over 99%,ultimate tensile strength of 980 MPa,and the elongation at fracture of 14.18%.At a scanning speed of 1400 mm/s,with increasing laser power from 120 to 180 W,two transformation processes:α'martensite coarsening and transition from an acicular into a zigzag structure(β→α'/α→α+β)occurred.Densification andα'martensite transition improved ductility and corrosion resistance at optimal value of the laser power while lower or higher laser power resulted in decreasing the ductility and corrosion resistance because of unfused particles and pores.Increasingβ-Zr amount and size decreased the tensile strength due to the dislocation movement.Passive films,which were spontaneously formed at different laser powers,possessed an optimum corrosion resistance at the laser power of 160 W.
基金Supported by General Program of National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.82471110)National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFC2502805)Postdoctoral Foundation of General Hospital of Central Theater Command(No.20210517KY04).
文摘AIM:To investigate the choroidal vascular index(CVI)and the choroidal structural changes beyond the subfoveal area(analyzed across a 20 mm×24 mm scanning area)in eyes with chronic central serous chorioretinopathy(cCSC)eyes with macular neovascularization(MNV)using ultra-widefield swept-source optical coherence tomography angiography(UWF SS-OCTA).METHODS:This retrospective comparative study included 46 cCSC with MNV eyes(With MNV group),52 cCSC without MNV eyes(Without MNV group),and 40 age-matched healthy controls.UWF SS-OCTA imaging with a 20 mm×24 mm protocol was used to quantify CVI across 9 subfields(superotemporal,superior,superonasal,temporal,central,nasal,inferotemporal,inferior,and inferonasal).The CVI was compared among the groups.RESULTS:With MNV group demonstrated significantly older mean age than Without MNV group(56.2±6.1 vs 47.5±8.6y,P<0.001).The CVI was significantly lower in the With MNV group than in the Without MNV group,except in the superotemporal,superior,and temporal regions(all P<0.05).Notably,despite MNV-associated CVI reductions,the With MNV group maintained a higher CVI than the control group in all 5 subfields(superior,temporal,central,inferior,and inferonasal;all P<0.05).In the central region,CONCLUSION:CVI decreases,and choroidal structural changes extend beyond the subfoveal area in cCSC with MNV eyes,providing with an imaging evidence for the important role of choroidal ischemia in the pathogenesis of MNV in cCSC.
基金supported by the Innovation Program for Quantum Science and Technology(Grant No.2023ZD0301000)the Chongqing Technology Innovation and Application Develop-ment Project(Grant No.CSTB2022TIAD-DEX0031).
文摘Tunable mid-infrared lasers are essential for optical sensing and imaging.Existing technologies,however,face challenges in simultaneously achieving broadband spectral tunability and ultra-rapid scan rates,limiting their utility in dynamic scenarios such as real-time characterization of multiple molecular absorption bands.We present a high-speed approach for broadband wavelength sweeping in the mid-infrared region,leveraging spectral focusing via difference-frequency generation between a chirped fiber laser and an asynchronous,frequency-modulated electro-optic comb.This method enables pulse-to-pulse spectral tuning at a speed of 5.6 THz∕μs with 380 elements.Applied to spectroscopic sensing,our technique achieves broad spectral coverage(2600 to 3780 cm−1)with moderate spectral resolution(8 cm−1)and rapid acquisition time(-6.3μs).Notably,the controllable electro-optic comb facilitates high scan rates of up to 2 Mscans∕s across the full spectral range(corresponding to a speed of 60 THz∕μs),with trade-offs in number of elements(-30)and spectral point spacing or resolution(33 cm−1).Nevertheless,these capabilities make our platform highly promising for applications such as flow cytometry,chemical reaction monitoring,and mid-infrared ranging and imaging.
基金financially supported by the Young Individual Research Grants(Grant No:M22K3c0097)Singapore RIE 2025 plan and Singapore Aerospace Programme Cycle 16(Grant No:M2215a0073)led by C Tan+2 种基金supported by the Singapore A*STAR Career Development Funds(Grant No:C210812047)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52174361 and 52374385)the support by US NSF DMR-2104933。
文摘Titanium(Ti)alloys are widely used in high-tech fields like aerospace and biomedical engineering.Laser additive manufacturing(LAM),as an innovative technology,is the key driver for the development of Ti alloys.Despite the significant advancements in LAM of Ti alloys,there remain challenges that need further research and development efforts.To recap the potential of LAM high-performance Ti alloy,this article systematically reviews LAM Ti alloys with up-to-date information on process,materials,and properties.Several feasible solutions to advance LAM Ti alloys are reviewed,including intelligent process parameters optimization,LAM process innovation with auxiliary fields and novel Ti alloys customization for LAM.The auxiliary energy fields(e.g.thermal,acoustic,mechanical deformation and magnetic fields)can affect the melt pool dynamics and solidification behaviour during LAM of Ti alloys,altering microstructures and mechanical performances.Different kinds of novel Ti alloys customized for LAM,like peritecticα-Ti,eutectoid(α+β)-Ti,hybrid(α+β)-Ti,isomorphousβ-Ti and eutecticβ-Ti alloys are reviewed in detail.Furthermore,machine learning in accelerating the LAM process optimization and new materials development is also outlooked.This review summarizes the material properties and performance envelops and benchmarks the research achievements in LAM of Ti alloys.In addition,the perspectives and further trends in LAM of Ti alloys are also highlighted.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province of China (No.2020JJ4194)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program (No.JCYJ20220530160412027)+4 种基金the Changsha Science and Technology Program (No.kq2004022)the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province (No.2022RC1026)the Project of the National Key Research and Development Program of China (No.2021YFC1910400)the Technical Innovation Leading Plan Project for Hunan High-tech Industry (Nos.2020SK2042 and2022GK4062)the Key R&D Project of Hunan Province of China (No.2022SK2067)。
文摘The dehalogenation of organohalides has been a research hotspot in bioremediation field;however,the influence of tourmaline,a natural ore that can generate spontaneous electric field,on organohalide-respiring bacteria(OHRB)and their dechlorination process is not well known.In this study,the effect and mechanism of tourmaline on the reductive dechlorination of 2,3-dichlorophenol(2,3-DCP)by Desulfitobacterium hafniense DCB-2Twere explored.The characterization results confirmed that tourmaline had good stability and the optimal dosage of tourmaline was 2.5 g/L,which shortened the total time required for dechlorination reaction to 72 hr.Besides,tourmaline amendment also increased the proportion of 2-chlorophenol(2-CP)from 18%to 30%of end products,while that of 3-CP decreased correspondingly.The theoretical calculations showed that the bond charge of the orthosubstituted chlorine declined from-0.179 to-0.067,and that of meta-substituted chlorine increased from-0.111 to-0.129,which indicated that the spontaneous electric field of tourmaline affected the charge distribution of 2,3-DCP and was more conducive to the generation of 2-CP.Overall,tourmaline with the spontaneous electric field affected the reductive dechlorination pathway of Desulfitobacterium,and the tourmaline-OHRB combining system might serve as a novel strategy for the bioremediation of environments polluted with chlorinated phenols.
文摘BACKGROUND Bariatric and metabolic surgery have been routinely performed following the rapid increase in obesity and metabolic diseases worldwide.Of all evolving procedures,Roux-en-Y gastric bypass(RYGB)is considered the gold standard for surgical treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)and obesity.RYGB was introduced in China nearly 20 years ago,but the number of RYGB surgeries only accounts for 3.1%of the total number of weight loss and metabolic surgeries in China,it’s effect on Chinese people still needs further study.AIM To investigate the effect and safety of a modified gastric bypass performed in Chinese patients with T2DM.METHODS Patients with obesity and T2DM who underwent modified gastric bypass,with>5-year follow-up data,were analyzed.RESULTS All 37 patients underwent uneventful laparoscopic surgery,no patient was switched to laparotomy during the surgery,and no severe complications were reported.Average weight and body mass index of the patients reduced from 84.6±17.3(60.0–140.0)kg and 30.9±5.0(24.7–46.2)kg/m2 to 67.1±12.2(24.7–46.2)kg and 24.6±3.9(17.7–36.5)kg/m2,respectively,and fasting plasma glucose and glycated hemoglobin decreased from 7.4±3.4 mmol/L and 8.2%±1.7%preoperatively to 6.5±1.3 mmol/L and 6.5%±0.9%5-years postoperatively,respectively.Only 29.7%(11/37)of the patients used hypoglycemic drugs 5-years postoperatively,and the complete remission rate of T2DM was 29.7%(11/37).Triglyceride level reduced significantly but high-density lipoprotein increased significantly(both P<0.05)compared with those during the preoperative period.Liver and renal function improved significantly postoperatively,and binary logistic regression analysis revealed that the patients’preoperative history of T2DM and fasting C-peptide were significant prognostic factors influencing complete T2DM remission after RYGB(P=0.006 and 0.012,respectively).CONCLUSION The modified gastric bypass is a safe and feasible procedure for Chinese patients with obesity and T2DM,exhibiting satisfactory amelioration of weight problems,hyperglycemia,and combination disease.
文摘In response to escalating challenges in energy conservation and emission reduction,this study delves into the complexities of heat transfer in two-phase flows and adjustments to combustion processes within coal-fired boilers.Utilizing a fusion of hybrid modeling and automation technologies,we develop soft measurement models for key combustion parameters,such as the net calorific value of coal,flue gas oxygen content,and fly ash carbon content,within theDistributedControl System(DCS).Validated with performance test data,thesemodels exhibit controlled root mean square error(RMSE)and maximum absolute error(MAXE)values,both within the range of 0.203.Integrated into their respective automatic control systems,thesemodels optimize two-phase flow heat transfer,finetune combustion conditions,and mitigate incomplete combustion.Furthermore,this paper conducts an in-depth exploration of the generationmechanismof nitrogen oxides(NO_(x))and low oxygen emission reduction technology in coal-fired boilers,demonstrating a substantial reduction in furnace exit NO_(x) generation by 30%to 40%and the power supply coal consumption decreased by 1.62 g/(kW h).The research outcomes highlight the model’s rapid responsiveness,enabling prompt reflection of transient variations in various economic indicator parameters.This provides a more effective means for real-time monitoring of crucial variables in coal-fired boilers and facilitates timely combustion adjustments,underscoring notable achievements in boiler combustion.The research not only provides valuable and practical insights into the intricacies of two-phase flow heat transfer and heat exchange but also establishes a pioneering methodology for tackling industry challenges.
基金financially supported by the 2022 MTC Young Individual Research Grants under Singapore Research,Innovation and Enterprise(RIE)2025 Plan(No.M22K3c0097)the Natural Science Foundation of US(No.DMR-2104933)the sponsorship of the China Scholarship Council(No.202106130051)。
文摘Laser additive manufacturing(LAM)of titanium(Ti)alloys has emerged as a transformative technology with vast potential across multiple industries.To recap the state of the art,Ti alloys processed by two essential LAM techniques(i.e.,laser powder bed fusion and laser-directed energy deposition)will be reviewed,covering the aspects of processes,materials and post-processing.The impacts of process parameters and strategies for optimizing parameters will be elucidated.Various types of Ti alloys processed by LAM,includingα-Ti,(α+β)-Ti,andβ-Ti alloys,will be overviewed in terms of micro structures and benchmarking properties.Furthermore,the post-processing methods for improving the performance of L AM-processed Ti alloys,including conventional and novel heat treatment,hot isostatic pressing,and surface processing(e.g.,ultrasonic and laser shot peening),will be systematically reviewed and discussed.The review summarizes the process windows,properties,and performance envelopes and benchmarks the research achievements in LAM of Ti alloys.The outlooks of further trends in LAM of Ti alloys are also highlighted at the end of the review.This comprehensive review could serve as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners,promoting further advancements in LAM-built Ti alloys and their applications.
