The period of infancy is important for the formation of social behaviors due to the rapid postnatal development of the brain functions underlying emotions and social skills.Ilustration of the neural circuits involved ...The period of infancy is important for the formation of social behaviors due to the rapid postnatal development of the brain functions underlying emotions and social skills.Ilustration of the neural circuits involved in the developmental process of infant social behaviors could foster new therapies for some social impairments occurring in the infant period.展开更多
Regulating the location of the metal promoters plays a vital role in catalyst structure and its catalytic behavior during CO_(2)hydrogenation to higher alcohols.Herein,we selected the metal promoters with a precipitat...Regulating the location of the metal promoters plays a vital role in catalyst structure and its catalytic behavior during CO_(2)hydrogenation to higher alcohols.Herein,we selected the metal promoters with a precipitation pH similar to that of Cu^(2+)or Fe^(3+)to prepare a series of CuFe-based catalysts.Characterization results show that doping Al or Cr promoter,located with the Fe phase,suppressed the excessive carburization of the Fe phase and maintained an optimal proportion between Fe_(3)O_(4) and amorphous iron carbide(FeC_(x)),thus exhibiting superior catalytic activity and stability.In contrast,doping Zn or In promoter,located with the Cu phase,underwent a deeper carburization and formed more crys-talline FeC_(x),showing an inferior performance.The CuFeCr catalyst achieved the highest space-time yield of 330 mg g_(cat)^(-1)h^(-1)for higher alcohols among these catalysts.This study provides a novel strategy for opti-mizing the structure of the active phases for CO_(2)hydrogenation.展开更多
Diabetic nephropathy(DN)is a well-known microvascular complication in patients with diabetes mellitus,which is characterized by the accumulation of extracellular matrix in the glomerular and tubulointerstitial compart...Diabetic nephropathy(DN)is a well-known microvascular complication in patients with diabetes mellitus,which is characterized by the accumulation of extracellular matrix in the glomerular and tubulointerstitial compartments,along with the hyalinization of intrarenal vasculature.DN has recently emerged as a leading cause of chronic and end-stage renal disease.While the pathobiology of other diabetic microvascular complications,such as retinopathy,is largely understood and has reasonable therapeutic options,the mechanisms and management strategies for DN remain incompletely elucidated.In this editorial,we comment on the article by Liu et al,focusing on the mechanisms underlying the detrimental impact ofβ-arrestin-2 on the kidneys in the context of DN.The authors suggest that inhibitingβ-arrestin-2 could alleviate renal damage through suppressing apoptosis of glomerular endothelial cells(GENCs),highlightingβ-arrestin-2 as a promising therapeutic target for DN.The study proposed thatβ-arrestin-2 triggers endoplasmic reticulum(ER)stress via the ATF6 signaling pathway,thereby promoting GENC apoptosis and exacerbating DN progression.Given the novel and crucial role ofβ-arrestin-2 in ER stress-related DN,it is imperative to further exploreβ-arrestin-2,its roles in ER stress and the potential therapeutic implications in DN.展开更多
Diabetes mellitus(DM)and its associated complications are metabolic disorders characterized by hyperglycemia,leading to high morbidity and reduced quality of life worldwide.This global healthcare problem imposes subst...Diabetes mellitus(DM)and its associated complications are metabolic disorders characterized by hyperglycemia,leading to high morbidity and reduced quality of life worldwide.This global healthcare problem imposes substantial personal and social burdens that warrant comprehensive and in-depth investigation.Plantamajoside(PMS),a naturally bioactive ingredient derived from the traditional Chinese medicinal herb Plantaginis Herba,exhibits a range of pharmacological properties,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidative,and antitumor effects,and has been traditionally utilized in clinical applications such as removing phlegm and clearing heat.However,the potential biological impact of PMS on DM remains largely unexplored.Recent research by Wang et al reported the therapeutic potential of PMS in type 2 DM(T2DM)and elucidated the underlying molecular mechanisms.Specifically,PMS mitigates endoplasmic reticulum stress and apoptosis of pancreaticβ-cells by upregulating DnaJ heat shock protein family(Hsp40)member C1,thereby alleviating pancreaticβ-cell damage and ameliorating T2DM progression.Given the novel and protective effect of PMS on pancreaticβ-cells,this natural ingredient emerges as an innovative and promising therapeutic strategy for improving DM outcomes.PMS has been shown to modulate key signaling pathways involved in multiple types of regulated cell death(RCD),such as apoptosis and autophagy.Various forms of RCD,including apoptosis,ferroptosis,pyroptosis,autophagy,and PANoptosis,contribute to the pathogenesis of DM and its associated complications.There is significant potential for PMS to exert protective effects onβ-cells against these forms of RCD and to provide a multitarget approach to DM therapy.Therefore,further exploration into whether PMS shields pancreaticβ-cells from these types of RCD,coupled with elucidating the underlying molecular mechanisms,will facilitate the development of more effective therapeutic strategies for DM.Additionally,further investigation on PMS in conjunction with other therapeutic approaches is warranted to enhance therapeutic efficacy for DM.展开更多
BACKGROUND Knee osteoarthritis(KOA),a common disabling pathology characterized by knee joint pain,swelling,and functional impairment,primarily affects middle-aged and older adults.In addition to physical limitations,c...BACKGROUND Knee osteoarthritis(KOA),a common disabling pathology characterized by knee joint pain,swelling,and functional impairment,primarily affects middle-aged and older adults.In addition to physical limitations,chronic pain often leads to psychological problems,including anxiety and depression,which further impact patients’quality of life.AIM To examine the efficacy and safety of celecoxib plus duloxetine in managing chronic pain,anxiety,and depression in patients with KOA.METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on 123 patients with KOA treated at our center between February 2020 and February 2023.Of these,66 received celecoxib plus duloxetine,and 57 received celecoxib alone.Outcomes were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale(VAS),the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index(WOMAC),and the Self-Rating Anxiety Scales(SAS)/Self-Rating Depression Scales(SDS).Safety was evaluated by monitoring changes in liver function enzymes(alanine aminotransferase,aspartate aminotransferase),creatinine,and blood urea nitrogen.RESULTS Patients receiving celecoxib plus duloxetine showed significantly greater reductions in VAS and WOMAC and greater improvements in SAS and SDS scores compared with those receiving celecoxib alone.Hepatorenal function did not differ significantly between the treatment groups.Logistic regression analysis identified patient age,educational background,and treatment regimen as independent predictors of inadequate improvement in negative emotional symptoms.CONCLUSION In patients with KOA,celecoxib plus duloxetine effectively mitigates chronic pain and improves anxiety and depressive symptoms without increasing adverse hepatic or renal effects.These findings support its use as a safe and effective treatment option.展开更多
Hypoxic preconditioning has been shown to improve hypoxic tolerance in mice,accompanied by the downregulation of DNA methyltransferases(DNMTs)in the brain.However,the roles played by DNMTs in the multiple neuroprotect...Hypoxic preconditioning has been shown to improve hypoxic tolerance in mice,accompanied by the downregulation of DNA methyltransferases(DNMTs)in the brain.However,the roles played by DNMTs in the multiple neuroprotective mechanisms associated with hypoxic preconditioning remain poorly understood.This study aimed to establish an in vitro model of hypoxic preconditioning,using a cultured mouse hippocampal neuronal cell line(HT22 cells),to examine the effects of DNMTs on the endogenous neuroprotective mechanisms that occur during hypoxic preconditioning.HT22 cells were divided into a control group,which received no exposure to hypoxia,a hypoxia group,which was exposed to hypoxia once,and a hypoxic preconditioning group,which was exposed to four cycles of hypoxia.To test the ability of hypoxic preadaptation to induce hypoxic tolerance,cell viability was measured using the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-5(3-carboxymethonyphenol)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium assay.Cell viability improved in the hypoxic preconditioning group compared with that in the hypoxia group.The effects of hypoxic preconditioning on the cell cycle and apoptosis in HT22 cells were examined by western blot assay and flow cytometry.Compared with the hypoxia group,the expression levels of caspase-3 and spectrin,which are markers of early apoptosis and S-phase arrest,respectively,noticeably reduced in the hypoxic preconditioning group.Finally,enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay,real-time polymerase chain reaction,and western blot assay were used to investigate the changes in DNMT expression and activity during hypoxic preconditioning.The results showed that compared with the control group,hypoxic preconditioning downregulated the expression levels of DNMT3A and DNMT3B mRNA and protein in HT22 cells and decreased the activities of total DNMTs and DNMT3B.In conclusion,hypoxic preconditioning may exert anti-hypoxic neuroprotective effects,maintaining HT22 cell viability and inhibiting cell apoptosis.These neuroprotective mechanisms may be associated with the inhibition of DNMT3A and DNMT3B.展开更多
The growing demand for energy storage has inspired researchers’exploration of advanced batteries.Aqueous zinc ion batteries(ZIBs)are promising secondary chemical battery system that can be selected and pursued.Rechar...The growing demand for energy storage has inspired researchers’exploration of advanced batteries.Aqueous zinc ion batteries(ZIBs)are promising secondary chemical battery system that can be selected and pursued.Rechargeable ZIBs possess merits of high security,low cost,environmental friendliness,and competitive performance,and they are received a lot of attention.However,the development of suitable zinc ion intercalation-type cathode materials is still a big challenge,resulting in failing to meet the commercial needs of ZIBs.Both vanadium-based and manganese-based compounds are representative of the most advanced and most widely used rechargeable ZIBs electrodes.The valence state of vanadium is+2~+5,which can realize multi-electron transfer in the redox reaction and has a high specific capacity.Most of the manganese-based compounds have tunnel structure or three-dimensional space frame,with enough space to accommodate zinc ions.In order to understand the energy storage mechanism and electrochemical performance of these two materials,a specialized review focusing on state-of-the-art developments is needed.This review offers access for researchers to keep abreast of the research progress of cathode materials for ZIBs.The latest advanced researches in vanadium-based and manganese-based cathode materials applied in aqueous ZIBs are highlighted.This article will provide useful guidance for future studies on cathode materials and aqueous ZIBs.展开更多
Oxidative stress is a crucial pathological process that contributes to secondary injury following intracerebral hemorrhage. P2X7 receptor(P2X7R), which is activated by the abnormal accumulation of extracellular ATP, p...Oxidative stress is a crucial pathological process that contributes to secondary injury following intracerebral hemorrhage. P2X7 receptor(P2X7R), which is activated by the abnormal accumulation of extracellular ATP, plays an important role in the regulation of oxidative stress in the central nervous system, although the effects of activated P2X7R-associated oxidative stress after intracerebral hemorrhage remain unclear. Mouse models of intracerebral hemorrhage were established through the stereotactic injection of 0.075 U VII collagenase into the right basal ganglia. The results revealed that P2X7R expression peaked 24 hours after intracerebral hemorrhage, and P2X7R expressed primarily in neurons. The inhibition of P2X7R, using A438079(100 mg/kg, intraperitoneal), reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidase 2(NOX2) expression and malondialdehyde generation, increased superoxide dismutase and glutathione/oxidized glutathione levels, and alleviated neurological damage, brain edema, and apoptosis after intracellular hemorrhage. The P2X7R inhibitor A438079(100 mg/kg, intraperitoneal injection) inhibited the activation of extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2) and nuclear factor kappa-B(NF-κB) after intracerebral hemorrhage. Blocking ERK1/2 activation, using the ERK1/2 inhibitor U0126(2 μg, intraventricular injection), reduced the level of NOX2-mediated oxidative stress induced by P2X7R activation after intracellular hemorrhage. Similarly, the inhibition of NF-κB, using the NF-κB inhibitor JSH-23(3.5 μg, intraventricular), reduced the level of NOX2-mediated oxidative stress induced by P2X7R activation. Finally, GSK2795039(100 mg/kg, intraperitoneal), a NOX2 antagonist, attenuated P2X7R-mediated oxidative stress, neurological damage, and brain edema after intracerebral hemorrhage. The results indicated that P2X7R activation aggravated NOX2-induced oxidative stress through the activation of the ERK1/2 and NF-κB pathways following intracerebral hemorrhage in mice. The present study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China(approval No. TJ-A20160805) on August 26, 2016.展开更多
The aim of this present study is to investigate the effect of Zanthoxylum bungeanum oil （essential oil from Z. bungeanum Maxim.） on cytotoxicity and the transdermal permeation of 5-fluorouracil and indomethacin. The...The aim of this present study is to investigate the effect of Zanthoxylum bungeanum oil （essential oil from Z. bungeanum Maxim.） on cytotoxicity and the transdermal permeation of 5-fluorouracil and indomethacin. The cy- totoxicity of Z. bungeanum oil on dermal fibroblasts and epidermal keratinocytes was studied using an MTT （3-（4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl）-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide） assay. The rat skin was employed to determine the percutaneous penetration enhancement effect of Z. bungeanum oil on hydrophilic and lipophilic model drugs, i.e., 5-fluorouracil and indomethacin. The secondary structure changes of the rat stratum comeum （SC） were determined using attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy （ATR-FTIR）, and saturated solubilities and SC/vehicle partition coefficients of two model drugs with and without Z. bungeanum oil were also measured to un- derstand its related mechanisms of action. It was found that the half maximal inhibitory concentration （ICs0） values of Z. bungeanum oil were significantly lower in HaCaT and CCC-ESF-1 cell lines compared to the well-established and standard penetration enhancer Azone. The Z. bungeanum oil at various concentrations effectively facilitated the percutaneous penetration of two model drugs across the rat skin. In addition, the mechanisms of permeation en- hancement by Z. bungeanum oil could be explained with saturated solubility, SC/vehicle partition coefficient, and secondary structure changes of SC.展开更多
Fiber-supercapacitors(FSCs)are promising power sources for miniature portable and wearable electronic devices.However,the development and practical application of these FSCs have been severely hindered by their low vo...Fiber-supercapacitors(FSCs)are promising power sources for miniature portable and wearable electronic devices.However,the development and practical application of these FSCs have been severely hindered by their low volumetric capacitance and narrow operating voltage.In this work,vertically aligned nickel cobalt sulfide(Ni Co2S4)nanowires grown on carbon nanotube(CNT)fibers were achieved through an in-situ two-step hydrothermal reaction method.The as-prepared Ni Co2S4@CNT fiber electrode exhibits a high volumetric capacitance of 2332 F cm-3,benefiting from its superior electric conductivity,large surface area,and rich Faradic redox reaction sites.Furthermore,a Ni Co2S4@CNT//VN@CNT(vanadium nitride nanosheets grown on CNT fibers)asymmetric fiber-supercapacitor(AFSC)was successfully fabricated.The device exhibits an operating voltage up to 1.6 V and a high volumetric energy density of 30.64m Wh cm-3.The device also possesses outstanding flexibility as evidenced by no obvious performance degradation under various bending angles and maintaining high capacitance after 5000 bending cycles.This work promotes the practical application of flexible wearable energy-storage devices.展开更多
Intracerebral hemorrhage(ICH)is a serious clinical disease with high morbidity,whose pathogenesis might be related to apolipoprotein E(APOE)gene polymorphisms.To comprehensively evaluate the risk factors for ICH occur...Intracerebral hemorrhage(ICH)is a serious clinical disease with high morbidity,whose pathogenesis might be related to apolipoprotein E(APOE)gene polymorphisms.To comprehensively evaluate the risk factors for ICH occurrence,we performed a meta-analysis.We searched online databases to identify eligible studies based on the relationship between APOE genetic polymorphisms and ICH occurrence risk.Specific and pooled odds ratios(ORs)were calculated and by assessing small study bias,we drew the relationship between APOE polymorphisms and ICH risk.We included 15 eligible studies in our study containing a total of 1642 ICH samples and 5545 normal controls.The comparison of e4 andε3 APOE genotypes revealed that specific and pooled ORs showed a significantly increased odds ratio in ICH patients with theε4 genotype,indicating thatε4 gene is a risk factor for ICH occurrence,and the heterogeneity is acceptable.Similarly,it was found that theε2 genotype also contributed to the incidence rate of ICH.However,after the subgroup analysis by ethnicity,this APOE genetic polymorphism acted as a harmful factor only in white populations,but did not show an effect in Asian populations.It was suggested that both 82 andε4 APOE alleles were risk factors for ICH in general.They were risk factors in white populations only,neither had a detectable effect in Asian populations after subgroup analysing by ethnicity.展开更多
BACKGROUND No studies have evaluated the predictive value of alarm symptoms for organic dyspepsia and organic upper gastrointestinal(GI)diseases based on Rome IV criteria in the Chinese population.AIM To evaluate the ...BACKGROUND No studies have evaluated the predictive value of alarm symptoms for organic dyspepsia and organic upper gastrointestinal(GI)diseases based on Rome IV criteria in the Chinese population.AIM To evaluate the predictive value of alarm symptoms for dyspeptic patients based on Rome IV criteria.METHODS We performed a cross-sectional study of dyspepsia patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria at two academic urban tertiary-care centers from March 2018 to January 2019.Basic demographic data,dyspeptic information,alarm symptoms,lifestyle,examination results,family history and outpatient cost information were collected.Dyspepsia patients with normal findings on upper GI endoscopy,epigastric ultrasound and laboratory examination and without Helicobacter pylori-associated dyspepsia were classified as functional dyspepsia.RESULTS A total of 381 patients were enrolled in the study,including 266 functional dyspepsia patients and 115 organic dyspepsia patients.There were 24 patients with organic upper GI disease among patients with organic dyspepsia.We found that based on the Rome IV criteria,alarm symptoms were of limited value in differentiating organic dyspepsia and organic upper GI diseases from functional dyspepsia.Age(odds ratio(OR)=1.056,P=0.012),smoking(OR=4.714,P=0.006)and anemia(OR=88.270,P<0.001)were independent predictors for organic upper GI diseases.For the comparison of epigastric pain syndrome,postprandial distress syndrome and epigastric pain syndrome combined with postprandial distress syndrome,the results showed that there were statistically significant differences in anorexia(P=0.021)and previous visits(P=0.012).The ClinicalTrials.gov number is NCT 03479528.CONCLUSION Most alarm symptoms had poor predictive value for organic dyspepsia and organic upper GI diseases based on Rome IV criteria.Gastroscopic screening should not be based solely on alarm symptoms.展开更多
CO_(2)hydrogenation has been considered to be a highly promising route for the production of high-value olefins(HVOs)while also mitigating CO_(2)emissions.However,it is challenging to achieve high selectivity and main...CO_(2)hydrogenation has been considered to be a highly promising route for the production of high-value olefins(HVOs)while also mitigating CO_(2)emissions.However,it is challenging to achieve high selectivity and maintain stable performance for HVOs(ethylene,propylene,and linear a-olefins)over a prolonged reaction time due to the difficulty in precise control of carbon coupling and rapid catalyst deactivation.Herein,we present a selective Ba and Na co-modified Fe catalyst enriched with Fe_(5)C_(2)and Fe_(3)C active sites that can boost HVO synthesis with up to 66.1%selectivity at an average CO_(2)conversion of 38%for over 500 h.Compared to traditional NaFe catalyst,the combined effect of Ba and Na additives in the NaBaFe-0.5 catalyst suppressed excess oxidation of FeCxsites by H_(2)O.The absence of Fe3O4phase in the spent NaBaFe-0.5 catalyst reflects the stabilization effect of the co-modifiers on the FeCxsites.This study provides a strategy to design Fe-based catalysts that can be scaled up for the stable synthesis of HVOs from CO_(2)hydrogenation.展开更多
The increasing emission of primary and gaseous precursors of secondarily formed atmospheric particulate matter due to continuing industrial development and urbanization are leading to an increased public awareness of ...The increasing emission of primary and gaseous precursors of secondarily formed atmospheric particulate matter due to continuing industrial development and urbanization are leading to an increased public awareness of environmental issues and human health risks in China. As part of a pilot study, 12-h integrated fine fraction particulate matter （PM2.5） filter samples were collected to chemically characterize and investigate the sources of ambient particulate matter in Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, southwestern China. Results showed that the 12-h integrated PM2.5 concentrations exhibited a daytime average of 51 ± 22 μg m^-3 （mean -4- standard deviation） with a range of 17-128 μg m^-3 and a nighttime average of 55 ± 32 μg m^-3 with a range of 4-186 μg m^-3. The 24-h integrated PM2.5 concentrations varied from 15 to 157 μg m^-3, with amean value of 53 ± 25 μg m^-3, which exceeded the 24-h PM2.5 standard of 35μg m^-3 set by USEPA, but was below the standard of 75 μg m^-3, set by China Ministry of Environmental Protection. Energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry （XRF） was applied to determine PM2.5 chemical element concentrations. The order of concentrations of heavy metals in PM2.5 were iron （Fe） 〉 zinc （Zn） 〉 manganese （Mn） 〉 lead （Pb） 〉 arsenic （As）〉 chromium （Cr）. The total concentration of 18 chemical elements was 13 ± 2 μg m^-3, accounting for 25% in PM2.5, which is comparable to other major cities in China, but much higher than cities outside of China.展开更多
We report the polymerization of phenyl isocyanides with the chiral palladium（II） initiating system. The resulting polymers with optically active properties were obtained by polymerization of the racemic isocyanide m...We report the polymerization of phenyl isocyanides with the chiral palladium（II） initiating system. The resulting polymers with optically active properties were obtained by polymerization of the racemic isocyanide monomer （rac-1）, and enantiomerically unbalanced polymerization of the monomer was found, providing substantial evidence for the enantiomer-selective polymerization of rac- 1 mediated through chiral catalyst. A comparison between the enantiomerically pure monomers, 4-isocyanobenzoyl-L-alanine decyl ester （1 s） and 4-isocyanobenzoyl-D-alanine decyl ester （1 r）, revealed a drastic discrepancy in the reactivity ratio of their homopolymerizations. It turned out that the monomer reactivity ratio of ls was higher than that of lr with chiral ligands. The results clearly demonstrated the inclination for incorporation of the ls enantiomer during the polymerization process and thus resulted in the enantiomer-selective polymerization in this system. The effects of the catalyst chirality on the optically active properties of polymerization were investigated, and it was concluded that the formation of higher-ordered conformation with a handed helicity might be attributed to the chiral induction of chiral palladium（II） catalyst. Moreover, the polymers obtained through the enantiomer-selective polymerization of the enantiomerically pure monomer were with a significant improvement of the optical activity if the chirality of the monomer and the catalyst matched with each other.展开更多
Rice-acid,a Chinese traditional acidic rice soup(rice-acid),is widely accepted by consumers due to its unique flavor and anti-oxidation,anti-aging and immunity enhancement functions.This study confirmed that L-lactic ...Rice-acid,a Chinese traditional acidic rice soup(rice-acid),is widely accepted by consumers due to its unique flavor and anti-oxidation,anti-aging and immunity enhancement functions.This study confirmed that L-lactic acid and malic acid were the main organic acids in rice-acid.Low-temperature rice-acid samples produced by enterprises had the highest signal intensity of sour taste.The total content of free amino acids in different fermented rice-acid samples were in the range of 0.003-0.468 mg/g.42 key volatile flavor compounds were identified in rice-acid.8 volatile compounds with a higher contribution to the aroma of rice-acid were respectively acetic acid,1-octen-3-ol,2-heptanol,ethyl acetate,propyl propionate,hexanal,nonanal,and2,3-butanedione.The interaction between lactic acid bacteria(3.00×10^(3)-7.02×10^(6) CFU/mL)and yeasts(5.04×10^(4)-2.25×10^(8) CFU/mL)affected the formation of taste and aroma components in rice-acid.The physicochemical characteristics including titratable acidity,pH,reducing sugars,amino acid nitrogen,gammaaminobutyric acid showed significant differences between low-temperature fermentation samples and hightemperature fermentation samples.In addition,relationships linking all data through Pearson coefficient correlation were also reported.In summary,the study can be used to improve the quality of rice-acid products.展开更多
Ni-rich layered cathode is regarded as one of the most promising candidates to achieve lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with high energy density. However, due to the irreversible phase transformation (IPT) and its eventua...Ni-rich layered cathode is regarded as one of the most promising candidates to achieve lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with high energy density. However, due to the irreversible phase transformation (IPT) and its eventual propagation from surface to the bulk of the material, Ni-rich layered cathode typically suffers from severe capacity fading, structure failure, and thermal instability, which greatly hinders its mass adoption. Hence, achieving an in-depth understanding of the IPT propagation mechanism in Ni-rich layered cathode is crucial in addressing these issues. Herein, the triggering factor of IPT propagation in Ni-rich cathode is verified to be the initial surface disordered cation mixing domain covered by a thin rock-salt phase, instead of the rock-salt phase itself. According to the density functional theory (DFT) results, it is further illustrated that the metastable cation mixing domain possesses a lower Ni migration energy barrier, which facilitates the migration of Ni ions towards the Li slab, and thus driving the propagation of IPT from surface to the bulk of the material. This finding clarifies a prevailing debate regarding the surface impurity phases of Ni-rich cathode material and reveals the origin of IPT propagation, which implies the principle and its effectiveness of tuning the surface microstructure to address the structural and thermal instability issue of Ni-rich layered cathode materials.展开更多
The physicochemical properties and composition of coix seed oil produced by Monascus purpureus fermentation and supercritical CO_(2)extraction were determined.Anti-lipid-oxidation and edible safety were evaluated usin...The physicochemical properties and composition of coix seed oil produced by Monascus purpureus fermentation and supercritical CO_(2)extraction were determined.Anti-lipid-oxidation and edible safety were evaluated using a cholesterol-fish oil model,acute oral toxicity assay,and genetic toxicity assay in vitro and in vivo,respectively.The results show that the extraction oil from fermented coix seed(FCS-O)had good physicochemical quality and abundant active components with physiological function.In particular,γ-tocotrienol,γ-oryzanol,coixenolide and oleic acid concentrations reached 72.83μg/g,745.96μg/g,9.65 mg/g and 316.58 mg/100 g DW,respectively.The FCS-O exhibited higher antioxidant capability in inhibiting lipid oxidation and peroxidation.Compared to the blank control,the concentrations of 7-ketocholestreol and peroxide only were 8.42μg/mL and 16.16 mmol/kg at 168 h of oxidation(P<0.01).In addition,the FCS-O has been confirmed to be a very safe edible oil,with no acute toxicity(LD50>10 g/kg bw,considered actually non-toxic)and no induced mutagenicity,cytotoxicity or genotoxicity.These results serve as a good safety reference for future application of the oil from fermented coix seed.The development and utilization of this kind of oil will be beneficial as a food,food ingredient,nutritional supplement,or natural food antioxidant to promote good health function.展开更多
According to the International Classification of Diseases10th Edition(ICD-10),[1]transsexualism refers to thecondition where an individual desires to live and to beaccepted as someone of the gender which is oppositeth...According to the International Classification of Diseases10th Edition(ICD-10),[1]transsexualism refers to thecondition where an individual desires to live and to beaccepted as someone of the gender which is oppositetheir biological sex.It is usually accompanied withdiscomfort or distress about their anatomic sex.In somecases,individuals with this condition modify their bodyfeatures using laser or plastic surgeries to展开更多
BACKGROUND Several studies have explored the association between the use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and the risk of developing hepatic encephalopathy (HE) in patients with advanced liver disease. However, the ev...BACKGROUND Several studies have explored the association between the use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and the risk of developing hepatic encephalopathy (HE) in patients with advanced liver disease. However, the evidence-based conclusions are controversial. We hypothesized that using PPIs may increase the risk of HE in patients with advanced liver disease. If confirmed, clinicians must strictly adhere to the indications for PPI treatment in this population. AIM To evaluate the pooled risk of HE in patients with advanced liver disease who use PPIs. METHODS Three electronic databases (PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library) were searched from the date of database inception through January 8, 2019 to identify comparative studies evaluating the association between PPI use and the risk of HE. Data from the included studies were extracted. The random-effects model was used for pooling risk estimates and the corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were also performed. RESULTS In total, 4342 patients from five case-control studies and 188053 patients from four cohort studies were included in this analysis. In patients with advanced liver disease, PPI use was associated with an elevated risk of developing HE, with significant heterogeneity. The pooled odds ratio for case-control studies was 2.58 (95%CI: 1.68-3.94, I2 = 72%). The pooled RR for cohort studies was 1.67 (95%CI: 1.30-2.14, I2 = 67%). The results of the subgroup analyses suggested that the heterogeneity may be the result of differences in the study designs and the definitions of PPI use. The sensitivity and subgroup analyses did not alter our findings. CONCLUSION In patients with advanced liver disease, PPI use is associated with an elevated risk of HE. Future large prospective studies are needed to confirm this association.展开更多
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32125018,32071005,and 32171079)Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LD24H090002 and LZ24C090001)+2 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(226-2024-00133)the Innovative Research Team of High-level Local Universities in Shanghai(SHSMU-ZDCX20211102)the MOE Frontiers Science Center for Brain Science&Brain-Machine Integration of Zhejiang University.
文摘The period of infancy is important for the formation of social behaviors due to the rapid postnatal development of the brain functions underlying emotions and social skills.Ilustration of the neural circuits involved in the developmental process of infant social behaviors could foster new therapies for some social impairments occurring in the infant period.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (2023YFB4104501)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (22372165)+2 种基金the Liaoning Binhai Laboratory (LBLA-2024-01)the Grant. YLU-DNL Fund (2023001)DICP (Grant: DICP I202457)
文摘Regulating the location of the metal promoters plays a vital role in catalyst structure and its catalytic behavior during CO_(2)hydrogenation to higher alcohols.Herein,we selected the metal promoters with a precipitation pH similar to that of Cu^(2+)or Fe^(3+)to prepare a series of CuFe-based catalysts.Characterization results show that doping Al or Cr promoter,located with the Fe phase,suppressed the excessive carburization of the Fe phase and maintained an optimal proportion between Fe_(3)O_(4) and amorphous iron carbide(FeC_(x)),thus exhibiting superior catalytic activity and stability.In contrast,doping Zn or In promoter,located with the Cu phase,underwent a deeper carburization and formed more crys-talline FeC_(x),showing an inferior performance.The CuFeCr catalyst achieved the highest space-time yield of 330 mg g_(cat)^(-1)h^(-1)for higher alcohols among these catalysts.This study provides a novel strategy for opti-mizing the structure of the active phases for CO_(2)hydrogenation.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82303047,No.82372507,No.82172196 and No.32401046Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province,No.2022JJ40801。
文摘Diabetic nephropathy(DN)is a well-known microvascular complication in patients with diabetes mellitus,which is characterized by the accumulation of extracellular matrix in the glomerular and tubulointerstitial compartments,along with the hyalinization of intrarenal vasculature.DN has recently emerged as a leading cause of chronic and end-stage renal disease.While the pathobiology of other diabetic microvascular complications,such as retinopathy,is largely understood and has reasonable therapeutic options,the mechanisms and management strategies for DN remain incompletely elucidated.In this editorial,we comment on the article by Liu et al,focusing on the mechanisms underlying the detrimental impact ofβ-arrestin-2 on the kidneys in the context of DN.The authors suggest that inhibitingβ-arrestin-2 could alleviate renal damage through suppressing apoptosis of glomerular endothelial cells(GENCs),highlightingβ-arrestin-2 as a promising therapeutic target for DN.The study proposed thatβ-arrestin-2 triggers endoplasmic reticulum(ER)stress via the ATF6 signaling pathway,thereby promoting GENC apoptosis and exacerbating DN progression.Given the novel and crucial role ofβ-arrestin-2 in ER stress-related DN,it is imperative to further exploreβ-arrestin-2,its roles in ER stress and the potential therapeutic implications in DN.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82303047,No.82372507,No.82172196 and No.32401046Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province,No.2022JJ40801.
文摘Diabetes mellitus(DM)and its associated complications are metabolic disorders characterized by hyperglycemia,leading to high morbidity and reduced quality of life worldwide.This global healthcare problem imposes substantial personal and social burdens that warrant comprehensive and in-depth investigation.Plantamajoside(PMS),a naturally bioactive ingredient derived from the traditional Chinese medicinal herb Plantaginis Herba,exhibits a range of pharmacological properties,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidative,and antitumor effects,and has been traditionally utilized in clinical applications such as removing phlegm and clearing heat.However,the potential biological impact of PMS on DM remains largely unexplored.Recent research by Wang et al reported the therapeutic potential of PMS in type 2 DM(T2DM)and elucidated the underlying molecular mechanisms.Specifically,PMS mitigates endoplasmic reticulum stress and apoptosis of pancreaticβ-cells by upregulating DnaJ heat shock protein family(Hsp40)member C1,thereby alleviating pancreaticβ-cell damage and ameliorating T2DM progression.Given the novel and protective effect of PMS on pancreaticβ-cells,this natural ingredient emerges as an innovative and promising therapeutic strategy for improving DM outcomes.PMS has been shown to modulate key signaling pathways involved in multiple types of regulated cell death(RCD),such as apoptosis and autophagy.Various forms of RCD,including apoptosis,ferroptosis,pyroptosis,autophagy,and PANoptosis,contribute to the pathogenesis of DM and its associated complications.There is significant potential for PMS to exert protective effects onβ-cells against these forms of RCD and to provide a multitarget approach to DM therapy.Therefore,further exploration into whether PMS shields pancreaticβ-cells from these types of RCD,coupled with elucidating the underlying molecular mechanisms,will facilitate the development of more effective therapeutic strategies for DM.Additionally,further investigation on PMS in conjunction with other therapeutic approaches is warranted to enhance therapeutic efficacy for DM.
文摘BACKGROUND Knee osteoarthritis(KOA),a common disabling pathology characterized by knee joint pain,swelling,and functional impairment,primarily affects middle-aged and older adults.In addition to physical limitations,chronic pain often leads to psychological problems,including anxiety and depression,which further impact patients’quality of life.AIM To examine the efficacy and safety of celecoxib plus duloxetine in managing chronic pain,anxiety,and depression in patients with KOA.METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on 123 patients with KOA treated at our center between February 2020 and February 2023.Of these,66 received celecoxib plus duloxetine,and 57 received celecoxib alone.Outcomes were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale(VAS),the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index(WOMAC),and the Self-Rating Anxiety Scales(SAS)/Self-Rating Depression Scales(SDS).Safety was evaluated by monitoring changes in liver function enzymes(alanine aminotransferase,aspartate aminotransferase),creatinine,and blood urea nitrogen.RESULTS Patients receiving celecoxib plus duloxetine showed significantly greater reductions in VAS and WOMAC and greater improvements in SAS and SDS scores compared with those receiving celecoxib alone.Hepatorenal function did not differ significantly between the treatment groups.Logistic regression analysis identified patient age,educational background,and treatment regimen as independent predictors of inadequate improvement in negative emotional symptoms.CONCLUSION In patients with KOA,celecoxib plus duloxetine effectively mitigates chronic pain and improves anxiety and depressive symptoms without increasing adverse hepatic or renal effects.These findings support its use as a safe and effective treatment option.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Nos.81460283(to GS),81660307(to GS),31860307(to WX)the Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China,Nos.2018LH08078(to GS),2018LH03029(to JHS)+2 种基金the Young Talents of Science and Technology in Universities of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China,No.NJYT-18-B26(to WX)the Scientific Research Foundation of Baotou Medical College of China,Nos.BYJJ-YF 201717(to SCY),BYJJ-YF 201606(to WX)the National Key Research and Development Program of China,No.2017YFC1308405(to GS)。
文摘Hypoxic preconditioning has been shown to improve hypoxic tolerance in mice,accompanied by the downregulation of DNA methyltransferases(DNMTs)in the brain.However,the roles played by DNMTs in the multiple neuroprotective mechanisms associated with hypoxic preconditioning remain poorly understood.This study aimed to establish an in vitro model of hypoxic preconditioning,using a cultured mouse hippocampal neuronal cell line(HT22 cells),to examine the effects of DNMTs on the endogenous neuroprotective mechanisms that occur during hypoxic preconditioning.HT22 cells were divided into a control group,which received no exposure to hypoxia,a hypoxia group,which was exposed to hypoxia once,and a hypoxic preconditioning group,which was exposed to four cycles of hypoxia.To test the ability of hypoxic preadaptation to induce hypoxic tolerance,cell viability was measured using the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-5(3-carboxymethonyphenol)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium assay.Cell viability improved in the hypoxic preconditioning group compared with that in the hypoxia group.The effects of hypoxic preconditioning on the cell cycle and apoptosis in HT22 cells were examined by western blot assay and flow cytometry.Compared with the hypoxia group,the expression levels of caspase-3 and spectrin,which are markers of early apoptosis and S-phase arrest,respectively,noticeably reduced in the hypoxic preconditioning group.Finally,enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay,real-time polymerase chain reaction,and western blot assay were used to investigate the changes in DNMT expression and activity during hypoxic preconditioning.The results showed that compared with the control group,hypoxic preconditioning downregulated the expression levels of DNMT3A and DNMT3B mRNA and protein in HT22 cells and decreased the activities of total DNMTs and DNMT3B.In conclusion,hypoxic preconditioning may exert anti-hypoxic neuroprotective effects,maintaining HT22 cell viability and inhibiting cell apoptosis.These neuroprotective mechanisms may be associated with the inhibition of DNMT3A and DNMT3B.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51872090,51772097)the Hebei Natural Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholar(No.E2019209433,E2017209079)the financial support from Hunan Provincial Science and Technology Plan Project of China(No.2016TP1007,2017TP1001,and 2018RS3009)。
文摘The growing demand for energy storage has inspired researchers’exploration of advanced batteries.Aqueous zinc ion batteries(ZIBs)are promising secondary chemical battery system that can be selected and pursued.Rechargeable ZIBs possess merits of high security,low cost,environmental friendliness,and competitive performance,and they are received a lot of attention.However,the development of suitable zinc ion intercalation-type cathode materials is still a big challenge,resulting in failing to meet the commercial needs of ZIBs.Both vanadium-based and manganese-based compounds are representative of the most advanced and most widely used rechargeable ZIBs electrodes.The valence state of vanadium is+2~+5,which can realize multi-electron transfer in the redox reaction and has a high specific capacity.Most of the manganese-based compounds have tunnel structure or three-dimensional space frame,with enough space to accommodate zinc ions.In order to understand the energy storage mechanism and electrochemical performance of these two materials,a specialized review focusing on state-of-the-art developments is needed.This review offers access for researchers to keep abreast of the research progress of cathode materials for ZIBs.The latest advanced researches in vanadium-based and manganese-based cathode materials applied in aqueous ZIBs are highlighted.This article will provide useful guidance for future studies on cathode materials and aqueous ZIBs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Nos,81471201,81873750the Science and Technology Plan Project of Wuhan of China,No.2018060401011316 (all to ZPT)。
文摘Oxidative stress is a crucial pathological process that contributes to secondary injury following intracerebral hemorrhage. P2X7 receptor(P2X7R), which is activated by the abnormal accumulation of extracellular ATP, plays an important role in the regulation of oxidative stress in the central nervous system, although the effects of activated P2X7R-associated oxidative stress after intracerebral hemorrhage remain unclear. Mouse models of intracerebral hemorrhage were established through the stereotactic injection of 0.075 U VII collagenase into the right basal ganglia. The results revealed that P2X7R expression peaked 24 hours after intracerebral hemorrhage, and P2X7R expressed primarily in neurons. The inhibition of P2X7R, using A438079(100 mg/kg, intraperitoneal), reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidase 2(NOX2) expression and malondialdehyde generation, increased superoxide dismutase and glutathione/oxidized glutathione levels, and alleviated neurological damage, brain edema, and apoptosis after intracellular hemorrhage. The P2X7R inhibitor A438079(100 mg/kg, intraperitoneal injection) inhibited the activation of extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2) and nuclear factor kappa-B(NF-κB) after intracerebral hemorrhage. Blocking ERK1/2 activation, using the ERK1/2 inhibitor U0126(2 μg, intraventricular injection), reduced the level of NOX2-mediated oxidative stress induced by P2X7R activation after intracellular hemorrhage. Similarly, the inhibition of NF-κB, using the NF-κB inhibitor JSH-23(3.5 μg, intraventricular), reduced the level of NOX2-mediated oxidative stress induced by P2X7R activation. Finally, GSK2795039(100 mg/kg, intraperitoneal), a NOX2 antagonist, attenuated P2X7R-mediated oxidative stress, neurological damage, and brain edema after intracerebral hemorrhage. The results indicated that P2X7R activation aggravated NOX2-induced oxidative stress through the activation of the ERK1/2 and NF-κB pathways following intracerebral hemorrhage in mice. The present study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China(approval No. TJ-A20160805) on August 26, 2016.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81073059)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(No.7132127)the Innovative Research Team in Beijing University of Chinese Medicine(No.2011-CXTD-13),China
文摘The aim of this present study is to investigate the effect of Zanthoxylum bungeanum oil （essential oil from Z. bungeanum Maxim.） on cytotoxicity and the transdermal permeation of 5-fluorouracil and indomethacin. The cy- totoxicity of Z. bungeanum oil on dermal fibroblasts and epidermal keratinocytes was studied using an MTT （3-（4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl）-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide） assay. The rat skin was employed to determine the percutaneous penetration enhancement effect of Z. bungeanum oil on hydrophilic and lipophilic model drugs, i.e., 5-fluorouracil and indomethacin. The secondary structure changes of the rat stratum comeum （SC） were determined using attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy （ATR-FTIR）, and saturated solubilities and SC/vehicle partition coefficients of two model drugs with and without Z. bungeanum oil were also measured to un- derstand its related mechanisms of action. It was found that the half maximal inhibitory concentration （ICs0） values of Z. bungeanum oil were significantly lower in HaCaT and CCC-ESF-1 cell lines compared to the well-established and standard penetration enhancer Azone. The Z. bungeanum oil at various concentrations effectively facilitated the percutaneous penetration of two model drugs across the rat skin. In addition, the mechanisms of permeation en- hancement by Z. bungeanum oil could be explained with saturated solubility, SC/vehicle partition coefficient, and secondary structure changes of SC.
基金funding support from the CASQueensland Collaborative Science Fund(121E32KYSB20160032)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21403287,No.21433013,51402345,21773291)+1 种基金the National Key R&D Program of China(2016YFB0100100)the CAS-DOE Joint Research Program(121E32KYSB20150004)。
文摘Fiber-supercapacitors(FSCs)are promising power sources for miniature portable and wearable electronic devices.However,the development and practical application of these FSCs have been severely hindered by their low volumetric capacitance and narrow operating voltage.In this work,vertically aligned nickel cobalt sulfide(Ni Co2S4)nanowires grown on carbon nanotube(CNT)fibers were achieved through an in-situ two-step hydrothermal reaction method.The as-prepared Ni Co2S4@CNT fiber electrode exhibits a high volumetric capacitance of 2332 F cm-3,benefiting from its superior electric conductivity,large surface area,and rich Faradic redox reaction sites.Furthermore,a Ni Co2S4@CNT//VN@CNT(vanadium nitride nanosheets grown on CNT fibers)asymmetric fiber-supercapacitor(AFSC)was successfully fabricated.The device exhibits an operating voltage up to 1.6 V and a high volumetric energy density of 30.64m Wh cm-3.The device also possesses outstanding flexibility as evidenced by no obvious performance degradation under various bending angles and maintaining high capacitance after 5000 bending cycles.This work promotes the practical application of flexible wearable energy-storage devices.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81471201 and No.81171089).
文摘Intracerebral hemorrhage(ICH)is a serious clinical disease with high morbidity,whose pathogenesis might be related to apolipoprotein E(APOE)gene polymorphisms.To comprehensively evaluate the risk factors for ICH occurrence,we performed a meta-analysis.We searched online databases to identify eligible studies based on the relationship between APOE genetic polymorphisms and ICH occurrence risk.Specific and pooled odds ratios(ORs)were calculated and by assessing small study bias,we drew the relationship between APOE polymorphisms and ICH risk.We included 15 eligible studies in our study containing a total of 1642 ICH samples and 5545 normal controls.The comparison of e4 andε3 APOE genotypes revealed that specific and pooled ORs showed a significantly increased odds ratio in ICH patients with theε4 genotype,indicating thatε4 gene is a risk factor for ICH occurrence,and the heterogeneity is acceptable.Similarly,it was found that theε2 genotype also contributed to the incidence rate of ICH.However,after the subgroup analysis by ethnicity,this APOE genetic polymorphism acted as a harmful factor only in white populations,but did not show an effect in Asian populations.It was suggested that both 82 andε4 APOE alleles were risk factors for ICH in general.They were risk factors in white populations only,neither had a detectable effect in Asian populations after subgroup analysing by ethnicity.
文摘BACKGROUND No studies have evaluated the predictive value of alarm symptoms for organic dyspepsia and organic upper gastrointestinal(GI)diseases based on Rome IV criteria in the Chinese population.AIM To evaluate the predictive value of alarm symptoms for dyspeptic patients based on Rome IV criteria.METHODS We performed a cross-sectional study of dyspepsia patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria at two academic urban tertiary-care centers from March 2018 to January 2019.Basic demographic data,dyspeptic information,alarm symptoms,lifestyle,examination results,family history and outpatient cost information were collected.Dyspepsia patients with normal findings on upper GI endoscopy,epigastric ultrasound and laboratory examination and without Helicobacter pylori-associated dyspepsia were classified as functional dyspepsia.RESULTS A total of 381 patients were enrolled in the study,including 266 functional dyspepsia patients and 115 organic dyspepsia patients.There were 24 patients with organic upper GI disease among patients with organic dyspepsia.We found that based on the Rome IV criteria,alarm symptoms were of limited value in differentiating organic dyspepsia and organic upper GI diseases from functional dyspepsia.Age(odds ratio(OR)=1.056,P=0.012),smoking(OR=4.714,P=0.006)and anemia(OR=88.270,P<0.001)were independent predictors for organic upper GI diseases.For the comparison of epigastric pain syndrome,postprandial distress syndrome and epigastric pain syndrome combined with postprandial distress syndrome,the results showed that there were statistically significant differences in anorexia(P=0.021)and previous visits(P=0.012).The ClinicalTrials.gov number is NCT 03479528.CONCLUSION Most alarm symptoms had poor predictive value for organic dyspepsia and organic upper GI diseases based on Rome IV criteria.Gastroscopic screening should not be based solely on alarm symptoms.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21802138,21773234 and 22078315)the‘‘Transformational Technologies for Clean Energy and Demonstration’’,Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDA 21090203)+3 种基金the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of Chinese Academy of Sciences(2020189)the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(2022-MS-027)the Youth Science and Technology Star Project Support Program of Dalian City(2021RQ123),DICP(Grant:DICP I202138)the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences(UCAS)for UCAS Scholarship。
文摘CO_(2)hydrogenation has been considered to be a highly promising route for the production of high-value olefins(HVOs)while also mitigating CO_(2)emissions.However,it is challenging to achieve high selectivity and maintain stable performance for HVOs(ethylene,propylene,and linear a-olefins)over a prolonged reaction time due to the difficulty in precise control of carbon coupling and rapid catalyst deactivation.Herein,we present a selective Ba and Na co-modified Fe catalyst enriched with Fe_(5)C_(2)and Fe_(3)C active sites that can boost HVO synthesis with up to 66.1%selectivity at an average CO_(2)conversion of 38%for over 500 h.Compared to traditional NaFe catalyst,the combined effect of Ba and Na additives in the NaBaFe-0.5 catalyst suppressed excess oxidation of FeCxsites by H_(2)O.The absence of Fe3O4phase in the spent NaBaFe-0.5 catalyst reflects the stabilization effect of the co-modifiers on the FeCxsites.This study provides a strategy to design Fe-based catalysts that can be scaled up for the stable synthesis of HVOs from CO_(2)hydrogenation.
基金The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through its Office of Research and Development, partially funded and participated in the research described here through cooperative agreement CR-833232-01 through the U.S. National Science Foundation-National Research Council Research Associateship Awardfunded by the National Key Basic Research Program of China (2013CB430004)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 40773067)
文摘The increasing emission of primary and gaseous precursors of secondarily formed atmospheric particulate matter due to continuing industrial development and urbanization are leading to an increased public awareness of environmental issues and human health risks in China. As part of a pilot study, 12-h integrated fine fraction particulate matter （PM2.5） filter samples were collected to chemically characterize and investigate the sources of ambient particulate matter in Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, southwestern China. Results showed that the 12-h integrated PM2.5 concentrations exhibited a daytime average of 51 ± 22 μg m^-3 （mean -4- standard deviation） with a range of 17-128 μg m^-3 and a nighttime average of 55 ± 32 μg m^-3 with a range of 4-186 μg m^-3. The 24-h integrated PM2.5 concentrations varied from 15 to 157 μg m^-3, with amean value of 53 ± 25 μg m^-3, which exceeded the 24-h PM2.5 standard of 35μg m^-3 set by USEPA, but was below the standard of 75 μg m^-3, set by China Ministry of Environmental Protection. Energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry （XRF） was applied to determine PM2.5 chemical element concentrations. The order of concentrations of heavy metals in PM2.5 were iron （Fe） 〉 zinc （Zn） 〉 manganese （Mn） 〉 lead （Pb） 〉 arsenic （As）〉 chromium （Cr）. The total concentration of 18 chemical elements was 13 ± 2 μg m^-3, accounting for 25% in PM2.5, which is comparable to other major cities in China, but much higher than cities outside of China.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51673057, 21622402, and 21574036)N. Liu thanks Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation (No. 1608085MB41)
文摘We report the polymerization of phenyl isocyanides with the chiral palladium（II） initiating system. The resulting polymers with optically active properties were obtained by polymerization of the racemic isocyanide monomer （rac-1）, and enantiomerically unbalanced polymerization of the monomer was found, providing substantial evidence for the enantiomer-selective polymerization of rac- 1 mediated through chiral catalyst. A comparison between the enantiomerically pure monomers, 4-isocyanobenzoyl-L-alanine decyl ester （1 s） and 4-isocyanobenzoyl-D-alanine decyl ester （1 r）, revealed a drastic discrepancy in the reactivity ratio of their homopolymerizations. It turned out that the monomer reactivity ratio of ls was higher than that of lr with chiral ligands. The results clearly demonstrated the inclination for incorporation of the ls enantiomer during the polymerization process and thus resulted in the enantiomer-selective polymerization in this system. The effects of the catalyst chirality on the optically active properties of polymerization were investigated, and it was concluded that the formation of higher-ordered conformation with a handed helicity might be attributed to the chiral induction of chiral palladium（II） catalyst. Moreover, the polymers obtained through the enantiomer-selective polymerization of the enantiomerically pure monomer were with a significant improvement of the optical activity if the chirality of the monomer and the catalyst matched with each other.
基金financially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(32060530)Technology platform and talent team plan of Guizhou.China([2018]5251)+2 种基金Graduate Research Fund Project of Guizhou(YJSCXJH[2019]028)Industry-UniversityResearch Cooperation Project of Guizhou(701/700465172217)China Scholarship Council(201906670006)。
文摘Rice-acid,a Chinese traditional acidic rice soup(rice-acid),is widely accepted by consumers due to its unique flavor and anti-oxidation,anti-aging and immunity enhancement functions.This study confirmed that L-lactic acid and malic acid were the main organic acids in rice-acid.Low-temperature rice-acid samples produced by enterprises had the highest signal intensity of sour taste.The total content of free amino acids in different fermented rice-acid samples were in the range of 0.003-0.468 mg/g.42 key volatile flavor compounds were identified in rice-acid.8 volatile compounds with a higher contribution to the aroma of rice-acid were respectively acetic acid,1-octen-3-ol,2-heptanol,ethyl acetate,propyl propionate,hexanal,nonanal,and2,3-butanedione.The interaction between lactic acid bacteria(3.00×10^(3)-7.02×10^(6) CFU/mL)and yeasts(5.04×10^(4)-2.25×10^(8) CFU/mL)affected the formation of taste and aroma components in rice-acid.The physicochemical characteristics including titratable acidity,pH,reducing sugars,amino acid nitrogen,gammaaminobutyric acid showed significant differences between low-temperature fermentation samples and hightemperature fermentation samples.In addition,relationships linking all data through Pearson coefficient correlation were also reported.In summary,the study can be used to improve the quality of rice-acid products.
基金This work was supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2016YFB0100301)National Natural Science Foundation of China(21875022,51802020)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing,China(cstc2020jcyj-msxmX0654,cstc2020jcyj-msxm X0589)the Science and Technology Innovation Foundation of Beijing Institute of Technology Chongqing Innovation Center(2020CX5100006)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(2018QNRC001).L.Chen,N.Li and D.Y.Cao acknowledge the support from Beijing Institute of Technology Research Fund Program for Young Scholars.
文摘Ni-rich layered cathode is regarded as one of the most promising candidates to achieve lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with high energy density. However, due to the irreversible phase transformation (IPT) and its eventual propagation from surface to the bulk of the material, Ni-rich layered cathode typically suffers from severe capacity fading, structure failure, and thermal instability, which greatly hinders its mass adoption. Hence, achieving an in-depth understanding of the IPT propagation mechanism in Ni-rich layered cathode is crucial in addressing these issues. Herein, the triggering factor of IPT propagation in Ni-rich cathode is verified to be the initial surface disordered cation mixing domain covered by a thin rock-salt phase, instead of the rock-salt phase itself. According to the density functional theory (DFT) results, it is further illustrated that the metastable cation mixing domain possesses a lower Ni migration energy barrier, which facilitates the migration of Ni ions towards the Li slab, and thus driving the propagation of IPT from surface to the bulk of the material. This finding clarifies a prevailing debate regarding the surface impurity phases of Ni-rich cathode material and reveals the origin of IPT propagation, which implies the principle and its effectiveness of tuning the surface microstructure to address the structural and thermal instability issue of Ni-rich layered cathode materials.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of China(32260583)the Agriculture Committee of Guizhou Province[(2017)106&(2018)81]the Talent Introduction Program of Guizhou University[(2021)76].
文摘The physicochemical properties and composition of coix seed oil produced by Monascus purpureus fermentation and supercritical CO_(2)extraction were determined.Anti-lipid-oxidation and edible safety were evaluated using a cholesterol-fish oil model,acute oral toxicity assay,and genetic toxicity assay in vitro and in vivo,respectively.The results show that the extraction oil from fermented coix seed(FCS-O)had good physicochemical quality and abundant active components with physiological function.In particular,γ-tocotrienol,γ-oryzanol,coixenolide and oleic acid concentrations reached 72.83μg/g,745.96μg/g,9.65 mg/g and 316.58 mg/100 g DW,respectively.The FCS-O exhibited higher antioxidant capability in inhibiting lipid oxidation and peroxidation.Compared to the blank control,the concentrations of 7-ketocholestreol and peroxide only were 8.42μg/mL and 16.16 mmol/kg at 168 h of oxidation(P<0.01).In addition,the FCS-O has been confirmed to be a very safe edible oil,with no acute toxicity(LD50>10 g/kg bw,considered actually non-toxic)and no induced mutagenicity,cytotoxicity or genotoxicity.These results serve as a good safety reference for future application of the oil from fermented coix seed.The development and utilization of this kind of oil will be beneficial as a food,food ingredient,nutritional supplement,or natural food antioxidant to promote good health function.
文摘According to the International Classification of Diseases10th Edition(ICD-10),[1]transsexualism refers to thecondition where an individual desires to live and to beaccepted as someone of the gender which is oppositetheir biological sex.It is usually accompanied withdiscomfort or distress about their anatomic sex.In somecases,individuals with this condition modify their bodyfeatures using laser or plastic surgeries to
文摘BACKGROUND Several studies have explored the association between the use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and the risk of developing hepatic encephalopathy (HE) in patients with advanced liver disease. However, the evidence-based conclusions are controversial. We hypothesized that using PPIs may increase the risk of HE in patients with advanced liver disease. If confirmed, clinicians must strictly adhere to the indications for PPI treatment in this population. AIM To evaluate the pooled risk of HE in patients with advanced liver disease who use PPIs. METHODS Three electronic databases (PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library) were searched from the date of database inception through January 8, 2019 to identify comparative studies evaluating the association between PPI use and the risk of HE. Data from the included studies were extracted. The random-effects model was used for pooling risk estimates and the corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were also performed. RESULTS In total, 4342 patients from five case-control studies and 188053 patients from four cohort studies were included in this analysis. In patients with advanced liver disease, PPI use was associated with an elevated risk of developing HE, with significant heterogeneity. The pooled odds ratio for case-control studies was 2.58 (95%CI: 1.68-3.94, I2 = 72%). The pooled RR for cohort studies was 1.67 (95%CI: 1.30-2.14, I2 = 67%). The results of the subgroup analyses suggested that the heterogeneity may be the result of differences in the study designs and the definitions of PPI use. The sensitivity and subgroup analyses did not alter our findings. CONCLUSION In patients with advanced liver disease, PPI use is associated with an elevated risk of HE. Future large prospective studies are needed to confirm this association.
