The published article titled“MicroRNA-133b Inhibits Proliferation,Cellular Migration,and Invasion via Targeting LASP1 in Hepatocarcinoma Cells”has been retracted from Oncology Research,Vol.25,No.8,2017,pp.1269–1282.
Adult neurogenesis continuously produces new neurons critical for cognitive plasticity in adult rodents.While it is known transforming growth factor-βsignaling is important in embryonic neurogenesis,its role in postn...Adult neurogenesis continuously produces new neurons critical for cognitive plasticity in adult rodents.While it is known transforming growth factor-βsignaling is important in embryonic neurogenesis,its role in postnatal neurogenesis remains unclear.In this study,to define the precise role of transforming growth factor-βsignaling in postnatal neurogenesis at distinct stages of the neurogenic cascade both in vitro and in vivo,we developed two novel inducible and cell type-specific mouse models to specifically silence transforming growth factor-βsignaling in neural stem cells in(mGFAPcre-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9)or immature neuroblasts in(DCXcreERT2-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9).Our data showed that exogenous transforming growth factor-βtreatment led to inhibition of the proliferation of primary neural stem cells while stimulating their migration.These effects were abolished in activin-like kinase 5(ALK5)knockout primary neural stem cells.Consistent with this,inhibition of transforming growth factor-βsignaling with SB-431542 in wild-type neural stem cells stimulated proliferation while inhibited the migration of neural stem cells.Interestingly,deletion of transforming growth factor-βreceptor in neural stem cells in vivo inhibited the migration of postnatal born neurons in mGFAPcre-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9 mice,while abolishment of transforming growth factor-βsignaling in immature neuroblasts in DCXcreERT2-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9 mice did not affect the migration of these cells in the hippocampus.In summary,our data supports a dual role of transforming growth factor-βsignaling in the proliferation and migration of neural stem cells in vitro.Moreover,our data provides novel insights on cell type-specific-dependent requirements of transforming growth factor-βsignaling on neural stem cell proliferation and migration in vivo.展开更多
Drug development for Alzheimer’s disease is extremely challenging,as demonstrated by the repeated failures of amyloid-β-targeted therapeutics and the controversies surrounding the amyloid-βcascade hypothesis.More r...Drug development for Alzheimer’s disease is extremely challenging,as demonstrated by the repeated failures of amyloid-β-targeted therapeutics and the controversies surrounding the amyloid-βcascade hypothesis.More recently,advances in the development of Lecanemab,an anti-amyloid-βmonoclonal antibody,have shown positive results in reducing brain A burden and slowing cognitive decline in patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease in the Phase Ⅲ clinical trial(Clarity Alzheimer’s disease).Despite these promising results,side effects such as amyloid-related imaging abnormalities(ARIA)may limit its usage.ARIA can manifest as ARIA-E(cerebral edema or effusions)and ARIA-H(microhemorrhages or superficial siderosis)and is thought to be caused by increased vascular permeability due to inflammatory responses,leading to leakages of blood products and protein-rich fluid into brain parenchyma.Endothelial dysfunction is an early pathological feature of Alzheimer’s disease,and the blood-brain barrier becomes increasingly leaky as the disease progresses.In addition,APOE4,the strongest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease,is associated with higher vascular amyloid burden,increased ARIA incidence,and accelerated blood-brain barrier disruptions.These interconnected vascular abnormalities highlight the importance of vascular contributions to the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease.Here,we will closely examine recent research evaluating the heterogeneity of brain endothelial cells in the microvasculature of different brain regions and their relationships with Alzheimer’s disease progression.展开更多
Peripheral nerve defect repair is a complex process that involves multiple cell types;perineurial cells play a pivotal role.Hair follicle neural crest stem cells promote perineurial cell proliferation and migration vi...Peripheral nerve defect repair is a complex process that involves multiple cell types;perineurial cells play a pivotal role.Hair follicle neural crest stem cells promote perineurial cell proliferation and migration via paracrine signaling;however,their clinical applications are limited by potential risks such as tumorigenesis and xenogeneic immune rejection,which are similar to the risks associated with other stem cell transplantations.The present study therefore focuses on small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells,which preserve the bioactive properties of the parent cells while avoiding the transplantation-associated risks.In vitro,small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells significantly enhanced the proliferation,migration,tube formation,and barrier function of perineurial cells,and subsequently upregulated the expression of tight junction proteins.Furthermore,in a rat model of sciatic nerve defects bridged with silicon tubes,treatment with small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells resulted in higher tight junction protein expression in perineurial cells,thus facilitating neural tissue regeneration.At 10 weeks post-surgery,rats treated with small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells exhibited improved nerve function recovery and reduced muscle atrophy.Transcriptomic and micro RNA analyses revealed that small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells deliver mi R-21-5p,which inhibits mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 7 expression,thereby activating the transforming growth factor-β/mothers against decapentaplegic homolog signaling pathway and upregulating hyaluronan synthase 2 expression,and further enhancing tight junction protein expression.Together,our findings indicate that small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells promote the proliferation,migration,and tight junction protein formation of perineurial cells.These results provide new insights into peripheral nerve regeneration from the perspective of perineurial cells,and present a novel approach for the clinical treatment of peripheral nerve defects.展开更多
Increased exposure to campus green spaces can make a positive contribution to the healthy development of students.However,understanding of the current supply of campus green space(CGS)and its drivers at different educ...Increased exposure to campus green spaces can make a positive contribution to the healthy development of students.However,understanding of the current supply of campus green space(CGS)and its drivers at different education stages is still limited.A new framework was established to evaluate the spatial heterogeneity and its influencing factors across all education stages(kindergarten,primary school,middle school,college)in 1100 schools at the urban scale of Xi’an,China.The research results show that:1)CGS is lower in the Baqiao district and higher in the Yanta and Xincheng districts of Xi’an City.‘Green wealthy schools are mainly concentrated in the Weiyang,Chang’an and Yanta districts.2)CGS of these schools in descending order is college(31.40%)>kindergarten(18.32%)>middle school(13.56%)>primary school(10.70%).3)Colleges have the most recreation sites(n(number)=2),the best education levels(11.93 yr),and the lowest housing prices(1.18×10^(4) yuan(RMB)/m^(2));middle schools have the highest public expenditures(3.97×10^(9) yuan/yr);primary schools have the highest CGS accessibility(travel time gap(TTG)=31.33).4)Multiscale Geographically Weighted Regression model and Spearman’s test prove that recreation sites have a significant positive impact on college green spaces(0.28–0.35),and education level has a significant positive impact on kindergarten green spaces(0.16–0.24).This research framework provides important insights for the assessment of school greening initiatives aimed at fostering healthier learning environments for future generations.展开更多
In recent years,advancements in single-cell and spatial transcriptomics,which are highly regarded developments in the current era,particularly the emerging integration of single-cell and spatiotemporal transcriptomics...In recent years,advancements in single-cell and spatial transcriptomics,which are highly regarded developments in the current era,particularly the emerging integration of single-cell and spatiotemporal transcriptomics,have enabled a detailed molecular comprehension of the complex regulation of cell fate.The insights obtained from these methodologies are anticipated to significantly contribute to the development of personalized medicine.Currently,single-cell technology is less frequently utilized for prostate cancer compared with other types of tumors.Start-ing from the perspective of RNA sequencing technology,this review outlined the signifcance of single-cell RNA sequencing(scRNA-seq)in prostate cancer research,encompassing preclinical medicine and clinical applications.We summarize the differences between mouse and human prostate cancer as revealed by scRNA-seq studies,as well as a combination of multi-omics methods involving scRNA-seq to highlight the key molecular targets for the diagnosis,treatment,and drug resistance characteristics of prostate cancer.These studies are expected to provide novel insights for the development of immunotherapy and other innovative treatment strategies for castration-resistant prostate cancer.Furthermore,we explore the potential clinical applications stemming from other single-cell technologies in this review,paving the way for future research in precision medicine.展开更多
Difunctionalization of unsaturated hydrocarbons is a pivotal synthetic strategy enabling the conversion of alkenes and alkynes into high value-added compounds.It allows for the introduction of two functional groups in...Difunctionalization of unsaturated hydrocarbons is a pivotal synthetic strategy enabling the conversion of alkenes and alkynes into high value-added compounds.It allows for the introduction of two functional groups into the unsaturated bond in a single step,facilitating the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures,which has been widely utilized in material chemistry,pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.Recently,significant progress has been made via free radical-mediated difunctionalization due to the extensive application of photocatalysis.However,highly selective difunc-tionalization reactions still remain challenging.The research progress of selective difunctionalization of unsaturated hydro-carbons using a free radical addition/functional group migration strategy over the past decade is summarized,and synthetic strategies and key reaction steps are systematically elaborated.展开更多
Objective:Ovarian cancer(OC)ranks among the leading causes of mortality among the female cancers worldwide.Numerous studies have explored the development and progression of OC at multiple genetic regulatory levels.How...Objective:Ovarian cancer(OC)ranks among the leading causes of mortality among the female cancers worldwide.Numerous studies have explored the development and progression of OC at multiple genetic regulatory levels.However,relatively few studies have explored the impact of post-translational modifications(PTM)on OC progression,which is essential for uncovering new therapeutic targets.This study aimed to systematically identify the key PTM types involved in OCprogression,and to explore and evaluate their translational potential as therapeutic targets.Methods:First,we utilized multiple general PTM antibodies to compare gross PTM levels between normal ovarian and OC tissues from clinical females.After identifying lactylation as the PTM with the most significant differences,we selected representative samples for label-free mass spectrometry to identify specific lactylation sites.Next,we transfected A2780(OC)cells with either wild-type(WT)or mutant(K192A[Q])poly(ADP-ribose)polymerase 1(PARP1)conjugated to enhanced green fluorescent protein(EGFP)with a StrepⅡpeptide tag and assessed various cellular indexes related to cell proliferation(clonogenicity assay),migration(scratch wound healing assay),and reactive oxygen species levels.Results:Pan-lactylation was significantly upregulated in clinical OC samples,with PARP1 lactylation at K192 being one of the most common modifications.The growth and migration of A2780 cells were markedly suppressed by overexpressing PARP1-WT but not mutant PARP1.Overexpressing PARP1 significantly downregulated the phosphorylation of extracellular signal-regulated kinases 1/2(ERK1/2).Conclusion:This study uncovered a novel PTM of PARP1 in OC,lactylation,and demonstrated that lactylation at K192 is crucial in regulating OC cell growth and migration via the ERK1/2 pathway.Further investigations are required to elucidate the broader functional implications of PARP1 lactylation and its therapeutic potential.展开更多
Understanding the mechanisms of gas transport and the resulting preferential pathways formation through bentonite-based barriers is essential for their performance evaluation.In this experimental study,gas migration w...Understanding the mechanisms of gas transport and the resulting preferential pathways formation through bentonite-based barriers is essential for their performance evaluation.In this experimental study,gas migration within a heterogenous mixture of MX80 bentonite pellets and powder with a ratio of 80/20 in dry mass was investigated.A novel X-ray transparent constant volume cell has been developed to assess the effect of gas pressure,material heterogeneities,and water vapor gas saturation on breakthrough pressure and gas pathways.The new cell allows to perform high-resolution X-ray computed micro-tomography(X-ray μCT)scans to track microstructural changes during different phases of saturation and gas injection.Experimental results showed that the gas breakthrough occurred when the pressure was raised to 3 MPa.This is slightly higher than the expected swelling pressure(2.9 MPa)of the bentonite sample.Each gas injection was followed by a long resaturation phase restoring material homogeneity at μCT resolution scale(16 mm).However,the elapsed time needed for gas to breakthrough at 3 MPa diminished at each subsequent injection test.X-ray μCT results also revealed the opening of the specimen/cell wall interface during gas passage.This opening expanded as the injection pressure increased.The gas flow along the interface was associated with the development of dilatant pathways inside the sample,although they did not reach the outlet surface.It was observed that the water vapor gas saturation had no effect on the breakthrough pressure.These findings enhance the understanding of the complex mechanisms underlying microstructural evolution and gas pathway development within the highly heterogeneous mixture.The experimental outcomes highlight the effectiveness of X-ray μCT to improve quality protocols for engineering design and safety assessments of engineered barriers.展开更多
Mature oligodendrocytes form myelin sheaths that are crucial for the insulation of axons and efficient signal transmission in the central nervous system.Recent evidence has challenged the classical view of the functio...Mature oligodendrocytes form myelin sheaths that are crucial for the insulation of axons and efficient signal transmission in the central nervous system.Recent evidence has challenged the classical view of the functionally static mature oligodendrocyte and revealed a gamut of dynamic functions such as the ability to modulate neuronal circuitry and provide metabolic support to axons.Despite the recognition of potential heterogeneity in mature oligodendrocyte function,a comprehensive summary of mature oligodendrocyte diversity is lacking.We delve into early 20th-century studies by Robertson and Río-Hortega that laid the foundation for the modern identification of regional and morphological heterogeneity in mature oligodendrocytes.Indeed,recent morphologic and functional studies call into question the long-assumed homogeneity of mature oligodendrocyte function through the identification of distinct subtypes with varying myelination preferences.Furthermore,modern molecular investigations,employing techniques such as single cell/nucleus RNA sequencing,consistently unveil at least six mature oligodendrocyte subpopulations in the human central nervous system that are highly transcriptomically diverse and vary with central nervous system region.Age and disease related mature oligodendrocyte variation denotes the impact of pathological conditions such as multiple sclerosis,Alzheimer's disease,and psychiatric disorders.Nevertheless,caution is warranted when subclassifying mature oligodendrocytes because of the simplification needed to make conclusions about cell identity from temporally confined investigations.Future studies leveraging advanced techniques like spatial transcriptomics and single-cell proteomics promise a more nuanced understanding of mature oligodendrocyte heterogeneity.Such research avenues that precisely evaluate mature oligodendrocyte heterogeneity with care to understand the mitigating influence of species,sex,central nervous system region,age,and disease,hold promise for the development of therapeutic interventions targeting varied central nervous system pathology.展开更多
This study aims to explore the unconscious motivations underlying migration in Niger, with an emphasis on understanding the phenomenon of pathological travel. Its aim is to identify the unconscious factors of patholog...This study aims to explore the unconscious motivations underlying migration in Niger, with an emphasis on understanding the phenomenon of pathological travel. Its aim is to identify the unconscious factors of pathological travel among migrants. Pathological travel, as discussed in the scientific literature on psychopathology, is characterised by movements initiated under the influence of delusions, hallucinations or other serious psychiatric disorders. The aim of this research is to contribute to our understanding of how these unconscious factors influence migration decisions. Using a retrospective analysis of five cases, this study examines the psychological and psychiatric dimensions of migration, particularly among patients referred to the psychiatry department of the Niamey National Hospital between 2017 and 2018. The five cases analysed, representing 12% of a cohort of 40 migrant patients, suffered from chronic psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and chronic hallucinatory psychosis. By means of diagnostic interviews and categorical sorting, three main unconscious motivations were identified: the delusional state with themes of filiation and persecution, the hallucinations that dictated the travel behaviour, and the dissociative states manifested by depersonalisation and derealisation. It also emerges from this analysis that pathological travel often involves prolonged journeys on foot and without purpose. Thus, untreated mental illness plays a significant role in shaping and influencing individual and social behaviour. The results of this study have important implications for public health and migration policy. They highlight the need to integrate health assessments into migration management systems, particularly in regions serving as transit hubs for migrants. The research also highlights the need for culturally sensitive psychiatric interventions to address the interaction between pre-existing mental disorders and migration. This study contributes to a better understanding of the psychological dimensions of migration by highlighting the importance of addressing mental health as an integral part of humanitarian action. The knowledge gained paves the way for future research to explore this understudied aspect of migration on a broader scale.展开更多
Heterogeneous federated learning(HtFL)has gained significant attention due to its ability to accommodate diverse models and data from distributed combat units.The prototype-based HtFL methods were proposed to reduce t...Heterogeneous federated learning(HtFL)has gained significant attention due to its ability to accommodate diverse models and data from distributed combat units.The prototype-based HtFL methods were proposed to reduce the high communication cost of transmitting model parameters.These methods allow for the sharing of only class representatives between heterogeneous clients while maintaining privacy.However,existing prototype learning approaches fail to take the data distribution of clients into consideration,which results in suboptimal global prototype learning and insufficient client model personalization capabilities.To address these issues,we propose a fair trainable prototype federated learning(FedFTP)algorithm,which employs a fair sampling training prototype(FSTP)mechanism and a hyperbolic space constraints(HSC)mechanism to enhance the fairness and effectiveness of prototype learning on the server in heterogeneous environments.Furthermore,a local prototype stable update(LPSU)mechanism is proposed as a means of maintaining personalization while promoting global consistency,based on contrastive learning.Comprehensive experimental results demonstrate that FedFTP achieves state-of-the-art performance in HtFL scenarios.展开更多
Ecological barriers present significant challenges to bird migration by limiting the availability of stopover sites and shelters. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a major migratory barrier located in higher latitude Central...Ecological barriers present significant challenges to bird migration by limiting the availability of stopover sites and shelters. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a major migratory barrier located in higher latitude Central Asia, exerts a substantial influence on avian migration patterns. Species traversing such ecological barriers may adopt multiple optimal routes, which can contribute to the formation of migratory divides. From 2018 to 2021, the migration routes of 13 adult Common Cuckoos (Cuculus canorus) breeding in the north of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau were tracked using satellite transmitters. We found Common Cuckoos have two primary migration routes: western and eastern, respectively following western and eastern edges of the Qinghai-Tibet plateau. The eastern and western routes are likely the optimal routes for the Central Asian Common Cuckoos population to navigate the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Furthermore, two individuals exhibited intermediate migration routes, suggesting attempted traverses of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, although neither completed the migration. These intermediate routes may indicate migratory behavior influenced by hybridization between eastern and western populations or migratory flexibility. Common Cuckoos exhibit significantly faster migration speed, flight speed, and shorter stopover durations during spring compared to autumn. The observed seasonal differences in migration behavior support birds following time-minimization strategies during spring migration. These results revealed the diverse migration routes of Common Cuckoos shaped by the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and seasonal variation in migration patterns.展开更多
This paper aims to elucidate the seismic characteristics of the Three Gorges Reservoir area after impoundment and investigate the seismic source migration.Based on the seismic data analysis from the Badong segment in ...This paper aims to elucidate the seismic characteristics of the Three Gorges Reservoir area after impoundment and investigate the seismic source migration.Based on the seismic data analysis from the Badong segment in the Three Gorges Reservoir area,we assessed the local temporal and spatial variations in the frequent earthquakes.Correlation analysis was conducted to investigate the relationship between changes in reservoir water levels and the occurrence of reservoir-induced earthquakes.Additionally,we examined the regularity of earthquake occurrences at the exact location during different periods.Based on the fault mechanics principles,a formula was derived to estimate the length of open and wing-shaped rupture at the hypocenter under the influence of pore or excess pore water pressure.The results reveal that reservoir-induced seismicity demonstrates short-term cycles characterized by alternating"active periods"and"quiet periods,"as well as long-term cycles with the combined periods.The probability of earthquakes occurring within one year at the epicentre is relatively high and decreases after four years.The derived formula can be utilized to estimate the seismic migration distance at the epicentre in the short term.These research findings provide valuable insights for analyzing the regularity of reservoir-induced earthquake activities and understanding the mechanism of seismic source migration.展开更多
What does the impact of migration mean in a social context?This article aims to see migrants by taking their stories into account.Through the individual stories,the readers can see the way in which a bigger picture is...What does the impact of migration mean in a social context?This article aims to see migrants by taking their stories into account.Through the individual stories,the readers can see the way in which a bigger picture is emerged in terms of community,society and nation.By doing so,the authors want to show the way in which migrants integrate into a society,including both migrants having a residence permit and those who are undocumented,as these two groups of people do differ greatly.The cultural clash does mean the inner struggle and the outer struggle that a society has to confront with.展开更多
The authors regret to report the following error made in“Spatiotemporal dynamics of neuron differentiation and migration in the developing human spinal cord;52(2025)-101283-1295;Doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jgg.2025...The authors regret to report the following error made in“Spatiotemporal dynamics of neuron differentiation and migration in the developing human spinal cord;52(2025)-101283-1295;Doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jgg.2025.08.004”.In Tables S1 and S2 in the supplementary materials of this paper,some items were written in Chinese.The corresponding pictures and tables were not uploaded in time.展开更多
BACKGROUND Ventriculoperitoneal shunt(VPS)catheter insertion is one of the most widely accepted surgical procedures for hydrocephalus.Migration of the end of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum is one of the rare...BACKGROUND Ventriculoperitoneal shunt(VPS)catheter insertion is one of the most widely accepted surgical procedures for hydrocephalus.Migration of the end of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum is one of the rare complications of VPS catheter insertion.METHODS This is a systematic review of the published cases,and the literature search was performed from 1974 to June 30,2024,to retrieve the relevant manuscripts.The cases were grouped into two.Group A included cases of migration of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum,detected in children.Group B included the cases of migration of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum,which was detected in adults and older people.RESULTS One hundred-twenty cases of migration of the distal end of VPS catheter into the scrotum were included in this study,a systematic literature review.Group A included n=112 cases,and group B included n=8 cases only.Three-fourths of the cases involved the right scrotum.Bilateral involvement was rare.The indication for initial VPS insertion was congenital hydrocephalus in four-fifths of the group A cases.The majority were infants at the time of initial shunt insertion.Four-fifths of the group A cases were 24 months-old or younger at the time of clinical diagnosis and treatment was provided for migration of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum.In children,the interval from VPS insertion or shunt revision if any,to the diagnosis of the complication mentioned above was 12 months or less in four-fifths of the cases.The repositioning of migrated distal VPS catheter into the peritoneal cavity and herniotomy was preferred for the surgical procedure,and it was performed for two-thirds of group A cases.CONCLUSION Migration of the distal part of the VPS catheter into the scrotum is a rare complication of cerebrospinal fluid diversion via VPS catheter insertion.It was most frequent in children,and the right side of the scrotum was most often involved.展开更多
Migratory insect pests tend to suddenly immigrate into new habitats over a short period to simultaneously lay eggs in clusters,resulting in gregarious larvae that cause severe damage to crops.These aggregated larvae c...Migratory insect pests tend to suddenly immigrate into new habitats over a short period to simultaneously lay eggs in clusters,resulting in gregarious larvae that cause severe damage to crops.These aggregated larvae can adapt well to various natural enemies and pathogens in their new habitats,but how their resistance might be enhanced and its immunological significance remain unknown.Here,we examined how infection by a pathogen and a parasitic fly affect the immune response and migratory behavior in two phases of the oriental armyworm,Mythimna separata,which differ dramatically in their flight capacity and fecundity.The gregarious larvae displayed greater resistance than solitary larvae to the challenges of both the entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium anisopliae and the parasitoid Exorista civilis.In response to a challenge by M.anisopliae,gregarious larvae exhibited more pronounced increases in phenoloxidase(PO)activity and lysozyme activity than solitary larvae.Furthermore,in addition to the greater PO and lysozyme activities,the levels of dopamine and 5-hydroxytryptamine(5-HT)were also greater in challenged gregarious and solitary larvae.Injection of dopamine(or 5-HT)significantly enhanced PO activity,lysozyme activity,antibacterial activity and larval survival.Subsequently,there was a significant increase in the flight capacity of adults derived from gregarious larvae challenged by M.anisopliae;while no significant variation was observed in the adults from challenged solitary larvae.The preoviposition period,oviposition period and fecundity were not significantly affected by M.anisopliae,regardless of whether the larvae were gregarious or solitary.These results provide new insights into the relationship between migration and immunity in insects,and their behavior after immunization.展开更多
The gas-liquid countercurrent flow pattern is complex and the bubble migration velocity is difficult to predict in the process of bullheading well killing.The experiment on bubble migration in gas-liquid countercurren...The gas-liquid countercurrent flow pattern is complex and the bubble migration velocity is difficult to predict in the process of bullheading well killing.The experiment on bubble migration in gas-liquid countercurrent flow in annulus is carried out under different working conditions to reveal how the wellbore inclination angle,liquid phase property and countercurrent liquid velocity affect the bubble deformation and bubble migration trajectory/velocity,and to establish a bubble migration velocity prediction model.The bubbles in the countercurrent flow mainly migrate in two modes:free rising of isolated bubbles,and interactive rising of multiple bubbles.The bubbles migrate by an S-shaped trajectory in the countercurrent flow.With the increase of countercurrent liquid velocity,the lateral oscillation of bubbles is intensified.The increases of wellbore inclination angle,liquid density and liquid viscosity make the bubble migration trajectory gradually to be linear.The bubble is generally ellipsoidal during its rising.The wellbore inclination angle has little effect on the degree of bubble deformation.The bubbles are ellipsoidal during rising,with little influence of wellbore inclination angle on bubble deformation.With the increase of liquid viscosity and density,the aspect ratio of the bubble decreases.As the wellbore inclination angle increases,the bubble migration velocity gradually decreases.As the liquid viscosity increases,the bubble migration velocity decreases.As the liquid density increases,the bubble migration velocity increases slightly.The established bubble migration velocity prediction model yields errors within±15%,and demonstrates broad applicability across a wide range of operating conditions.展开更多
BACKGROUND Glioblastoma multiforme(GBM)is the most aggressive and prevalent primary malignant brain tumor in adults,marked by poor prognosis and high invasiveness.Traditional GBM invasion assays,such as those involvin...BACKGROUND Glioblastoma multiforme(GBM)is the most aggressive and prevalent primary malignant brain tumor in adults,marked by poor prognosis and high invasiveness.Traditional GBM invasion assays,such as those involving mouse brain xenografts,are often time-consuming and limited in efficiency.In this context,stem cell-derived neural organoids(NOs)have emerged as advanced,threedimensional,human-relevant platforms that mimic the cellular architecture and microenvironment of the human brain.These models provide novel opportunities to investigate glioblastoma stem cell invasion,a critical driver of tumor progression and therapeutic resistance.AIM To evaluate studies using stem cell-derived NOs to model glioblastoma migration/invasion,focusing on methodologies,applications and therapeutic implications.METHODS We conducted a systematic review following PRISMA guidelines,searching PubMed and Scopus for studies published between March 2019 and March 2025 that investigated NOs in the context of glioblastoma invasion/migration.After screening 377 articles based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria,10 original research articles were selected for analysis.Extracted data were categorized into four analytical domains:(1)Tumor model formation;(2)NO characteristics;(3)NO differentiation protocols;and(4)Invasion/migration assessment methodologies.RESULTS The included studies exhibit significant methodological heterogeneity GBM model development,particularly regarding model type,cell source and culture conditions.Most studies(70%)used suspension cell models,while 30%employed spheroids,with most research focusing on patient-derived glioblastoma stem cells.NOs were predominantly generated from human induced pluripotent stem cells using both guided and unguided differentiation protocols.Confocal fluorescence microscopy was the primary method used for assessing invasion,revealing invasion depths of up to 300μm.Organoid maturity and co-culture duration influenced results,while key factors for model optimization included tumor cell density,organoid age and extracellular matrix composition.Some studies also tested therapeutic strategies such as Zika virus and microRNA modulation.Collectively,findings support the utility of NOs as effective tools for studying GBM behavior and therapeutic responses in a humanized three-dimensional context.CONCLUSION Human NOs represent promising platforms for modeling glioblastoma invasion in a humanized three-dimensional environment.However,a limited number of studies and methodological heterogeneity hinder reproducibility.Protocol standardization is essential to enhance the translational application of these models.展开更多
文摘The published article titled“MicroRNA-133b Inhibits Proliferation,Cellular Migration,and Invasion via Targeting LASP1 in Hepatocarcinoma Cells”has been retracted from Oncology Research,Vol.25,No.8,2017,pp.1269–1282.
基金supported by NIH grants,Nos.R01NS125074,R01AG083164,R01NS107365,and R21NS127177(to YL),1F31NS129204-01A1(to KW)and Albert Ryan Fellowship(to KW).
文摘Adult neurogenesis continuously produces new neurons critical for cognitive plasticity in adult rodents.While it is known transforming growth factor-βsignaling is important in embryonic neurogenesis,its role in postnatal neurogenesis remains unclear.In this study,to define the precise role of transforming growth factor-βsignaling in postnatal neurogenesis at distinct stages of the neurogenic cascade both in vitro and in vivo,we developed two novel inducible and cell type-specific mouse models to specifically silence transforming growth factor-βsignaling in neural stem cells in(mGFAPcre-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9)or immature neuroblasts in(DCXcreERT2-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9).Our data showed that exogenous transforming growth factor-βtreatment led to inhibition of the proliferation of primary neural stem cells while stimulating their migration.These effects were abolished in activin-like kinase 5(ALK5)knockout primary neural stem cells.Consistent with this,inhibition of transforming growth factor-βsignaling with SB-431542 in wild-type neural stem cells stimulated proliferation while inhibited the migration of neural stem cells.Interestingly,deletion of transforming growth factor-βreceptor in neural stem cells in vivo inhibited the migration of postnatal born neurons in mGFAPcre-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9 mice,while abolishment of transforming growth factor-βsignaling in immature neuroblasts in DCXcreERT2-ALK5fl/fl-Ai9 mice did not affect the migration of these cells in the hippocampus.In summary,our data supports a dual role of transforming growth factor-βsignaling in the proliferation and migration of neural stem cells in vitro.Moreover,our data provides novel insights on cell type-specific-dependent requirements of transforming growth factor-βsignaling on neural stem cell proliferation and migration in vivo.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Nos.82404892(to QY),82061160374(to ZZ)the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao Special Administrative Region,China,Nos.0023/2020/AFJ,0035/2020/AGJ+2 种基金the University of Macao Research Grant,Nos.MYRG2022-00248-ICMS,MYRG-CRG2022-00010-ICMS(to MPMH)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province,No.2024A1515012818(to ZZ)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,No.21623114(to ZZ).
文摘Drug development for Alzheimer’s disease is extremely challenging,as demonstrated by the repeated failures of amyloid-β-targeted therapeutics and the controversies surrounding the amyloid-βcascade hypothesis.More recently,advances in the development of Lecanemab,an anti-amyloid-βmonoclonal antibody,have shown positive results in reducing brain A burden and slowing cognitive decline in patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease in the Phase Ⅲ clinical trial(Clarity Alzheimer’s disease).Despite these promising results,side effects such as amyloid-related imaging abnormalities(ARIA)may limit its usage.ARIA can manifest as ARIA-E(cerebral edema or effusions)and ARIA-H(microhemorrhages or superficial siderosis)and is thought to be caused by increased vascular permeability due to inflammatory responses,leading to leakages of blood products and protein-rich fluid into brain parenchyma.Endothelial dysfunction is an early pathological feature of Alzheimer’s disease,and the blood-brain barrier becomes increasingly leaky as the disease progresses.In addition,APOE4,the strongest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease,is associated with higher vascular amyloid burden,increased ARIA incidence,and accelerated blood-brain barrier disruptions.These interconnected vascular abnormalities highlight the importance of vascular contributions to the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease.Here,we will closely examine recent research evaluating the heterogeneity of brain endothelial cells in the microvasculature of different brain regions and their relationships with Alzheimer’s disease progression.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81571211(to FL)the Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai,No.22ZR1476800(to CH)。
文摘Peripheral nerve defect repair is a complex process that involves multiple cell types;perineurial cells play a pivotal role.Hair follicle neural crest stem cells promote perineurial cell proliferation and migration via paracrine signaling;however,their clinical applications are limited by potential risks such as tumorigenesis and xenogeneic immune rejection,which are similar to the risks associated with other stem cell transplantations.The present study therefore focuses on small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells,which preserve the bioactive properties of the parent cells while avoiding the transplantation-associated risks.In vitro,small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells significantly enhanced the proliferation,migration,tube formation,and barrier function of perineurial cells,and subsequently upregulated the expression of tight junction proteins.Furthermore,in a rat model of sciatic nerve defects bridged with silicon tubes,treatment with small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells resulted in higher tight junction protein expression in perineurial cells,thus facilitating neural tissue regeneration.At 10 weeks post-surgery,rats treated with small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells exhibited improved nerve function recovery and reduced muscle atrophy.Transcriptomic and micro RNA analyses revealed that small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells deliver mi R-21-5p,which inhibits mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 7 expression,thereby activating the transforming growth factor-β/mothers against decapentaplegic homolog signaling pathway and upregulating hyaluronan synthase 2 expression,and further enhancing tight junction protein expression.Together,our findings indicate that small extracellular vesicles derived from hair follicle neural crest stem cells promote the proliferation,migration,and tight junction protein formation of perineurial cells.These results provide new insights into peripheral nerve regeneration from the perspective of perineurial cells,and present a novel approach for the clinical treatment of peripheral nerve defects.
基金Under the auspices of Natural Science Basic Research Plan in Shaanxi Province of China(No.2024JC-YBMS-196)。
文摘Increased exposure to campus green spaces can make a positive contribution to the healthy development of students.However,understanding of the current supply of campus green space(CGS)and its drivers at different education stages is still limited.A new framework was established to evaluate the spatial heterogeneity and its influencing factors across all education stages(kindergarten,primary school,middle school,college)in 1100 schools at the urban scale of Xi’an,China.The research results show that:1)CGS is lower in the Baqiao district and higher in the Yanta and Xincheng districts of Xi’an City.‘Green wealthy schools are mainly concentrated in the Weiyang,Chang’an and Yanta districts.2)CGS of these schools in descending order is college(31.40%)>kindergarten(18.32%)>middle school(13.56%)>primary school(10.70%).3)Colleges have the most recreation sites(n(number)=2),the best education levels(11.93 yr),and the lowest housing prices(1.18×10^(4) yuan(RMB)/m^(2));middle schools have the highest public expenditures(3.97×10^(9) yuan/yr);primary schools have the highest CGS accessibility(travel time gap(TTG)=31.33).4)Multiscale Geographically Weighted Regression model and Spearman’s test prove that recreation sites have a significant positive impact on college green spaces(0.28–0.35),and education level has a significant positive impact on kindergarten green spaces(0.16–0.24).This research framework provides important insights for the assessment of school greening initiatives aimed at fostering healthier learning environments for future generations.
基金Chinese Scholarship Council(202206240086)National Natural Science Foundation of China(81974099,82170785,81974098,82170784)+4 种基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFC2009303)programs from Science and Technology Department of Sichuan Province(2021YFH0172)Young Investigator Award of Sichuan University 2017(2017SCU04A17)Technology Innovation Research and Development Project of Chengdu Science and Technology Bureau(2019-YF05-00296-SN)Sichuan University-Panzhihua science and technology cooperation special fund(2020CDPZH-4).
文摘In recent years,advancements in single-cell and spatial transcriptomics,which are highly regarded developments in the current era,particularly the emerging integration of single-cell and spatiotemporal transcriptomics,have enabled a detailed molecular comprehension of the complex regulation of cell fate.The insights obtained from these methodologies are anticipated to significantly contribute to the development of personalized medicine.Currently,single-cell technology is less frequently utilized for prostate cancer compared with other types of tumors.Start-ing from the perspective of RNA sequencing technology,this review outlined the signifcance of single-cell RNA sequencing(scRNA-seq)in prostate cancer research,encompassing preclinical medicine and clinical applications.We summarize the differences between mouse and human prostate cancer as revealed by scRNA-seq studies,as well as a combination of multi-omics methods involving scRNA-seq to highlight the key molecular targets for the diagnosis,treatment,and drug resistance characteristics of prostate cancer.These studies are expected to provide novel insights for the development of immunotherapy and other innovative treatment strategies for castration-resistant prostate cancer.Furthermore,we explore the potential clinical applications stemming from other single-cell technologies in this review,paving the way for future research in precision medicine.
文摘Difunctionalization of unsaturated hydrocarbons is a pivotal synthetic strategy enabling the conversion of alkenes and alkynes into high value-added compounds.It allows for the introduction of two functional groups into the unsaturated bond in a single step,facilitating the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures,which has been widely utilized in material chemistry,pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.Recently,significant progress has been made via free radical-mediated difunctionalization due to the extensive application of photocatalysis.However,highly selective difunc-tionalization reactions still remain challenging.The research progress of selective difunctionalization of unsaturated hydro-carbons using a free radical addition/functional group migration strategy over the past decade is summarized,and synthetic strategies and key reaction steps are systematically elaborated.
文摘Objective:Ovarian cancer(OC)ranks among the leading causes of mortality among the female cancers worldwide.Numerous studies have explored the development and progression of OC at multiple genetic regulatory levels.However,relatively few studies have explored the impact of post-translational modifications(PTM)on OC progression,which is essential for uncovering new therapeutic targets.This study aimed to systematically identify the key PTM types involved in OCprogression,and to explore and evaluate their translational potential as therapeutic targets.Methods:First,we utilized multiple general PTM antibodies to compare gross PTM levels between normal ovarian and OC tissues from clinical females.After identifying lactylation as the PTM with the most significant differences,we selected representative samples for label-free mass spectrometry to identify specific lactylation sites.Next,we transfected A2780(OC)cells with either wild-type(WT)or mutant(K192A[Q])poly(ADP-ribose)polymerase 1(PARP1)conjugated to enhanced green fluorescent protein(EGFP)with a StrepⅡpeptide tag and assessed various cellular indexes related to cell proliferation(clonogenicity assay),migration(scratch wound healing assay),and reactive oxygen species levels.Results:Pan-lactylation was significantly upregulated in clinical OC samples,with PARP1 lactylation at K192 being one of the most common modifications.The growth and migration of A2780 cells were markedly suppressed by overexpressing PARP1-WT but not mutant PARP1.Overexpressing PARP1 significantly downregulated the phosphorylation of extracellular signal-regulated kinases 1/2(ERK1/2).Conclusion:This study uncovered a novel PTM of PARP1 in OC,lactylation,and demonstrated that lactylation at K192 is crucial in regulating OC cell growth and migration via the ERK1/2 pathway.Further investigations are required to elucidate the broader functional implications of PARP1 lactylation and its therapeutic potential.
基金funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program European Joint Program on RadioactiveWaste Management(EURAD)(2019e2024)WP-Gas‘Mechanistic understanding of gas transport in clay materials’under Grant agreement No.847593.
文摘Understanding the mechanisms of gas transport and the resulting preferential pathways formation through bentonite-based barriers is essential for their performance evaluation.In this experimental study,gas migration within a heterogenous mixture of MX80 bentonite pellets and powder with a ratio of 80/20 in dry mass was investigated.A novel X-ray transparent constant volume cell has been developed to assess the effect of gas pressure,material heterogeneities,and water vapor gas saturation on breakthrough pressure and gas pathways.The new cell allows to perform high-resolution X-ray computed micro-tomography(X-ray μCT)scans to track microstructural changes during different phases of saturation and gas injection.Experimental results showed that the gas breakthrough occurred when the pressure was raised to 3 MPa.This is slightly higher than the expected swelling pressure(2.9 MPa)of the bentonite sample.Each gas injection was followed by a long resaturation phase restoring material homogeneity at μCT resolution scale(16 mm).However,the elapsed time needed for gas to breakthrough at 3 MPa diminished at each subsequent injection test.X-ray μCT results also revealed the opening of the specimen/cell wall interface during gas passage.This opening expanded as the injection pressure increased.The gas flow along the interface was associated with the development of dilatant pathways inside the sample,although they did not reach the outlet surface.It was observed that the water vapor gas saturation had no effect on the breakthrough pressure.These findings enhance the understanding of the complex mechanisms underlying microstructural evolution and gas pathway development within the highly heterogeneous mixture.The experimental outcomes highlight the effectiveness of X-ray μCT to improve quality protocols for engineering design and safety assessments of engineered barriers.
基金supported by a grant from the Progressive MS Alliance(BRAVE in MS)Le Grand Portage Fund。
文摘Mature oligodendrocytes form myelin sheaths that are crucial for the insulation of axons and efficient signal transmission in the central nervous system.Recent evidence has challenged the classical view of the functionally static mature oligodendrocyte and revealed a gamut of dynamic functions such as the ability to modulate neuronal circuitry and provide metabolic support to axons.Despite the recognition of potential heterogeneity in mature oligodendrocyte function,a comprehensive summary of mature oligodendrocyte diversity is lacking.We delve into early 20th-century studies by Robertson and Río-Hortega that laid the foundation for the modern identification of regional and morphological heterogeneity in mature oligodendrocytes.Indeed,recent morphologic and functional studies call into question the long-assumed homogeneity of mature oligodendrocyte function through the identification of distinct subtypes with varying myelination preferences.Furthermore,modern molecular investigations,employing techniques such as single cell/nucleus RNA sequencing,consistently unveil at least six mature oligodendrocyte subpopulations in the human central nervous system that are highly transcriptomically diverse and vary with central nervous system region.Age and disease related mature oligodendrocyte variation denotes the impact of pathological conditions such as multiple sclerosis,Alzheimer's disease,and psychiatric disorders.Nevertheless,caution is warranted when subclassifying mature oligodendrocytes because of the simplification needed to make conclusions about cell identity from temporally confined investigations.Future studies leveraging advanced techniques like spatial transcriptomics and single-cell proteomics promise a more nuanced understanding of mature oligodendrocyte heterogeneity.Such research avenues that precisely evaluate mature oligodendrocyte heterogeneity with care to understand the mitigating influence of species,sex,central nervous system region,age,and disease,hold promise for the development of therapeutic interventions targeting varied central nervous system pathology.
文摘This study aims to explore the unconscious motivations underlying migration in Niger, with an emphasis on understanding the phenomenon of pathological travel. Its aim is to identify the unconscious factors of pathological travel among migrants. Pathological travel, as discussed in the scientific literature on psychopathology, is characterised by movements initiated under the influence of delusions, hallucinations or other serious psychiatric disorders. The aim of this research is to contribute to our understanding of how these unconscious factors influence migration decisions. Using a retrospective analysis of five cases, this study examines the psychological and psychiatric dimensions of migration, particularly among patients referred to the psychiatry department of the Niamey National Hospital between 2017 and 2018. The five cases analysed, representing 12% of a cohort of 40 migrant patients, suffered from chronic psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and chronic hallucinatory psychosis. By means of diagnostic interviews and categorical sorting, three main unconscious motivations were identified: the delusional state with themes of filiation and persecution, the hallucinations that dictated the travel behaviour, and the dissociative states manifested by depersonalisation and derealisation. It also emerges from this analysis that pathological travel often involves prolonged journeys on foot and without purpose. Thus, untreated mental illness plays a significant role in shaping and influencing individual and social behaviour. The results of this study have important implications for public health and migration policy. They highlight the need to integrate health assessments into migration management systems, particularly in regions serving as transit hubs for migrants. The research also highlights the need for culturally sensitive psychiatric interventions to address the interaction between pre-existing mental disorders and migration. This study contributes to a better understanding of the psychological dimensions of migration by highlighting the importance of addressing mental health as an integral part of humanitarian action. The knowledge gained paves the way for future research to explore this understudied aspect of migration on a broader scale.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region(No.2022D01B187).
文摘Heterogeneous federated learning(HtFL)has gained significant attention due to its ability to accommodate diverse models and data from distributed combat units.The prototype-based HtFL methods were proposed to reduce the high communication cost of transmitting model parameters.These methods allow for the sharing of only class representatives between heterogeneous clients while maintaining privacy.However,existing prototype learning approaches fail to take the data distribution of clients into consideration,which results in suboptimal global prototype learning and insufficient client model personalization capabilities.To address these issues,we propose a fair trainable prototype federated learning(FedFTP)algorithm,which employs a fair sampling training prototype(FSTP)mechanism and a hyperbolic space constraints(HSC)mechanism to enhance the fairness and effectiveness of prototype learning on the server in heterogeneous environments.Furthermore,a local prototype stable update(LPSU)mechanism is proposed as a means of maintaining personalization while promoting global consistency,based on contrastive learning.Comprehensive experimental results demonstrate that FedFTP achieves state-of-the-art performance in HtFL scenarios.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.31672296).
文摘Ecological barriers present significant challenges to bird migration by limiting the availability of stopover sites and shelters. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a major migratory barrier located in higher latitude Central Asia, exerts a substantial influence on avian migration patterns. Species traversing such ecological barriers may adopt multiple optimal routes, which can contribute to the formation of migratory divides. From 2018 to 2021, the migration routes of 13 adult Common Cuckoos (Cuculus canorus) breeding in the north of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau were tracked using satellite transmitters. We found Common Cuckoos have two primary migration routes: western and eastern, respectively following western and eastern edges of the Qinghai-Tibet plateau. The eastern and western routes are likely the optimal routes for the Central Asian Common Cuckoos population to navigate the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Furthermore, two individuals exhibited intermediate migration routes, suggesting attempted traverses of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, although neither completed the migration. These intermediate routes may indicate migratory behavior influenced by hybridization between eastern and western populations or migratory flexibility. Common Cuckoos exhibit significantly faster migration speed, flight speed, and shorter stopover durations during spring compared to autumn. The observed seasonal differences in migration behavior support birds following time-minimization strategies during spring migration. These results revealed the diverse migration routes of Common Cuckoos shaped by the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and seasonal variation in migration patterns.
基金supported by the Open Research Fund of Key Laboratory of Geological Hazards on Three Gorges Reservoir Area of China Three Gorges University,the Ministry of Education(2020KDZ12)the National Natural Science Foundation Joint Funded Project of China(U2034203),the National Natural Science Foundation Joint Funded Project of China(U22A20600)+2 种基金the Hubei Key Laboratory of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation of China Three Gorges University(2022KJZ08)Natural Science Research Program of Yichang City in 2023(A23-2-047)Scientific Research Program of Hubei Provincial Department of Education in 2022(B2022567)。
文摘This paper aims to elucidate the seismic characteristics of the Three Gorges Reservoir area after impoundment and investigate the seismic source migration.Based on the seismic data analysis from the Badong segment in the Three Gorges Reservoir area,we assessed the local temporal and spatial variations in the frequent earthquakes.Correlation analysis was conducted to investigate the relationship between changes in reservoir water levels and the occurrence of reservoir-induced earthquakes.Additionally,we examined the regularity of earthquake occurrences at the exact location during different periods.Based on the fault mechanics principles,a formula was derived to estimate the length of open and wing-shaped rupture at the hypocenter under the influence of pore or excess pore water pressure.The results reveal that reservoir-induced seismicity demonstrates short-term cycles characterized by alternating"active periods"and"quiet periods,"as well as long-term cycles with the combined periods.The probability of earthquakes occurring within one year at the epicentre is relatively high and decreases after four years.The derived formula can be utilized to estimate the seismic migration distance at the epicentre in the short term.These research findings provide valuable insights for analyzing the regularity of reservoir-induced earthquake activities and understanding the mechanism of seismic source migration.
文摘What does the impact of migration mean in a social context?This article aims to see migrants by taking their stories into account.Through the individual stories,the readers can see the way in which a bigger picture is emerged in terms of community,society and nation.By doing so,the authors want to show the way in which migrants integrate into a society,including both migrants having a residence permit and those who are undocumented,as these two groups of people do differ greatly.The cultural clash does mean the inner struggle and the outer struggle that a society has to confront with.
文摘The authors regret to report the following error made in“Spatiotemporal dynamics of neuron differentiation and migration in the developing human spinal cord;52(2025)-101283-1295;Doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jgg.2025.08.004”.In Tables S1 and S2 in the supplementary materials of this paper,some items were written in Chinese.The corresponding pictures and tables were not uploaded in time.
文摘BACKGROUND Ventriculoperitoneal shunt(VPS)catheter insertion is one of the most widely accepted surgical procedures for hydrocephalus.Migration of the end of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum is one of the rare complications of VPS catheter insertion.METHODS This is a systematic review of the published cases,and the literature search was performed from 1974 to June 30,2024,to retrieve the relevant manuscripts.The cases were grouped into two.Group A included cases of migration of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum,detected in children.Group B included the cases of migration of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum,which was detected in adults and older people.RESULTS One hundred-twenty cases of migration of the distal end of VPS catheter into the scrotum were included in this study,a systematic literature review.Group A included n=112 cases,and group B included n=8 cases only.Three-fourths of the cases involved the right scrotum.Bilateral involvement was rare.The indication for initial VPS insertion was congenital hydrocephalus in four-fifths of the group A cases.The majority were infants at the time of initial shunt insertion.Four-fifths of the group A cases were 24 months-old or younger at the time of clinical diagnosis and treatment was provided for migration of the distal VPS catheter into the scrotum.In children,the interval from VPS insertion or shunt revision if any,to the diagnosis of the complication mentioned above was 12 months or less in four-fifths of the cases.The repositioning of migrated distal VPS catheter into the peritoneal cavity and herniotomy was preferred for the surgical procedure,and it was performed for two-thirds of group A cases.CONCLUSION Migration of the distal part of the VPS catheter into the scrotum is a rare complication of cerebrospinal fluid diversion via VPS catheter insertion.It was most frequent in children,and the right side of the scrotum was most often involved.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFD1400600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32172397,32472540,31871951 and 31672019)+1 种基金the China Agriculture Research System of MOF and MARA(CARS-22)the Natural Science Foundation of Beijing,China(6172030)。
文摘Migratory insect pests tend to suddenly immigrate into new habitats over a short period to simultaneously lay eggs in clusters,resulting in gregarious larvae that cause severe damage to crops.These aggregated larvae can adapt well to various natural enemies and pathogens in their new habitats,but how their resistance might be enhanced and its immunological significance remain unknown.Here,we examined how infection by a pathogen and a parasitic fly affect the immune response and migratory behavior in two phases of the oriental armyworm,Mythimna separata,which differ dramatically in their flight capacity and fecundity.The gregarious larvae displayed greater resistance than solitary larvae to the challenges of both the entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium anisopliae and the parasitoid Exorista civilis.In response to a challenge by M.anisopliae,gregarious larvae exhibited more pronounced increases in phenoloxidase(PO)activity and lysozyme activity than solitary larvae.Furthermore,in addition to the greater PO and lysozyme activities,the levels of dopamine and 5-hydroxytryptamine(5-HT)were also greater in challenged gregarious and solitary larvae.Injection of dopamine(or 5-HT)significantly enhanced PO activity,lysozyme activity,antibacterial activity and larval survival.Subsequently,there was a significant increase in the flight capacity of adults derived from gregarious larvae challenged by M.anisopliae;while no significant variation was observed in the adults from challenged solitary larvae.The preoviposition period,oviposition period and fecundity were not significantly affected by M.anisopliae,regardless of whether the larvae were gregarious or solitary.These results provide new insights into the relationship between migration and immunity in insects,and their behavior after immunization.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(U21B2069,52274020,52288101,52274022)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFC2806504)。
文摘The gas-liquid countercurrent flow pattern is complex and the bubble migration velocity is difficult to predict in the process of bullheading well killing.The experiment on bubble migration in gas-liquid countercurrent flow in annulus is carried out under different working conditions to reveal how the wellbore inclination angle,liquid phase property and countercurrent liquid velocity affect the bubble deformation and bubble migration trajectory/velocity,and to establish a bubble migration velocity prediction model.The bubbles in the countercurrent flow mainly migrate in two modes:free rising of isolated bubbles,and interactive rising of multiple bubbles.The bubbles migrate by an S-shaped trajectory in the countercurrent flow.With the increase of countercurrent liquid velocity,the lateral oscillation of bubbles is intensified.The increases of wellbore inclination angle,liquid density and liquid viscosity make the bubble migration trajectory gradually to be linear.The bubble is generally ellipsoidal during its rising.The wellbore inclination angle has little effect on the degree of bubble deformation.The bubbles are ellipsoidal during rising,with little influence of wellbore inclination angle on bubble deformation.With the increase of liquid viscosity and density,the aspect ratio of the bubble decreases.As the wellbore inclination angle increases,the bubble migration velocity gradually decreases.As the liquid viscosity increases,the bubble migration velocity decreases.As the liquid density increases,the bubble migration velocity increases slightly.The established bubble migration velocity prediction model yields errors within±15%,and demonstrates broad applicability across a wide range of operating conditions.
基金Supported by Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico,No.307318/2023-0 and No.102035/2024-5Fundação de AmparoàPesquisa do Estado de São Paulo,No.2023/10843-7 and No 2019/21070-3Nanotechnology National Laboratory System 2.0,Ministry of Science,Technology,Innovation and Communication,No.442539/2019-3.
文摘BACKGROUND Glioblastoma multiforme(GBM)is the most aggressive and prevalent primary malignant brain tumor in adults,marked by poor prognosis and high invasiveness.Traditional GBM invasion assays,such as those involving mouse brain xenografts,are often time-consuming and limited in efficiency.In this context,stem cell-derived neural organoids(NOs)have emerged as advanced,threedimensional,human-relevant platforms that mimic the cellular architecture and microenvironment of the human brain.These models provide novel opportunities to investigate glioblastoma stem cell invasion,a critical driver of tumor progression and therapeutic resistance.AIM To evaluate studies using stem cell-derived NOs to model glioblastoma migration/invasion,focusing on methodologies,applications and therapeutic implications.METHODS We conducted a systematic review following PRISMA guidelines,searching PubMed and Scopus for studies published between March 2019 and March 2025 that investigated NOs in the context of glioblastoma invasion/migration.After screening 377 articles based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria,10 original research articles were selected for analysis.Extracted data were categorized into four analytical domains:(1)Tumor model formation;(2)NO characteristics;(3)NO differentiation protocols;and(4)Invasion/migration assessment methodologies.RESULTS The included studies exhibit significant methodological heterogeneity GBM model development,particularly regarding model type,cell source and culture conditions.Most studies(70%)used suspension cell models,while 30%employed spheroids,with most research focusing on patient-derived glioblastoma stem cells.NOs were predominantly generated from human induced pluripotent stem cells using both guided and unguided differentiation protocols.Confocal fluorescence microscopy was the primary method used for assessing invasion,revealing invasion depths of up to 300μm.Organoid maturity and co-culture duration influenced results,while key factors for model optimization included tumor cell density,organoid age and extracellular matrix composition.Some studies also tested therapeutic strategies such as Zika virus and microRNA modulation.Collectively,findings support the utility of NOs as effective tools for studying GBM behavior and therapeutic responses in a humanized three-dimensional context.CONCLUSION Human NOs represent promising platforms for modeling glioblastoma invasion in a humanized three-dimensional environment.However,a limited number of studies and methodological heterogeneity hinder reproducibility.Protocol standardization is essential to enhance the translational application of these models.
