In this paper,we present a novel first-order digitalΣΔconverter tailored for digital-to-analog applications,focusing on achieving both high yield and reduced silicon estate.Our approach incorporates a substantial le...In this paper,we present a novel first-order digitalΣΔconverter tailored for digital-to-analog applications,focusing on achieving both high yield and reduced silicon estate.Our approach incorporates a substantial level of dithering noise into the input signal,strategically aimed at mitigating the spurious frequencies commonly encountered in such converters.Validation of our design is performed through simulations using a high-level simulator specialized in mixed-signal circuit analysis.The results underscore the enhanced performance of our circuit,especially in reducing spurious frequencies,highlighting its efficiency and effectiveness.The final circuit exhibits an effective number of bits of 13.展开更多
Bone morphogenetic proteins are essential for bone regeneration/fracture healing but can also induce heterotopic ossification(HO).Understanding accessory factors modulating BMP signaling would provide both a means of ...Bone morphogenetic proteins are essential for bone regeneration/fracture healing but can also induce heterotopic ossification(HO).Understanding accessory factors modulating BMP signaling would provide both a means of enhancing BMP-dependent regeneration while preventing HO.This study focuses on the ability of the collagen receptor,discoidin domain receptor 2(DDR2),to regulate BMP activity.As will be shown,induction of bone formation by subcutaneous BMP2 implants is severely compromised in Ddr2-deficient mice.In addition,Ddr2 deficiency attenuates HO in mice expressing the ACVR1 mutation associated with human fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva.In cells migrating into BMP2 implants,DDR2 is co-expressed with GLI1,a skeletal stem cell marker,and DDR2/GLI1-positive cells participate in BMP2-induced bone formation where they contribute to chondrogenic and osteogenic lineages.Consistent with this distribution,conditional knockout of Ddr2 in Gli1-expressing cells inhibited bone formation to the same extent seen in globally Ddr2-deficient animals.This response was explained by selective inhibition of Gli1+cell proliferation without changes in apoptosis.The basis for this DDR2 requirement was explored further using bone marrow stromal cells.Although Ddr2 deficiency inhibited BMP2-dependent chondrocyte and osteoblast differentiation and in vivo,bone formation,early BMP responses including SMAD phosphorylation remained largely intact.Instead,Ddr2 deficiency reduced the nuclear/cytoplasmic ratio of the Hippo pathway intermediates,YAP and TAZ.This suggests that DDR2 regulates Hippo pathway-mediated responses to the collagen matrix,which subsequently affect BMP responsiveness.In summary,DDR2 is an important modulator of BMP signaling and a potential therapeutic target both for enhancing regeneration and treating HO.展开更多
Spatial memory is crucial for survival within external surroundings and wild environments.The hippocampus,a critical hub for spatial learning and memory formation,has received extensive investigations on how neuromodu...Spatial memory is crucial for survival within external surroundings and wild environments.The hippocampus,a critical hub for spatial learning and memory formation,has received extensive investigations on how neuromodulators shape its functions(Teixeira et al.,2018;Zhang et al.,2024).However,the landscape of neuromodulations in the hippocampal system remains poorly understood because most studies focus on classical monoamine neuromodulators,such as acetylcholine,serotonin,dopamine,and noradrenaline.The neuropeptides,comprising the most abundant neuromodulators in the central nervous system,play a pivotal role in neural information processing in the hippocampal system.Cholecystokinin(CCK),one of the most abundant neuropeptides,has been implicated in regulating various physiological and neurobiological statuses(Chen et al.,2019).CCK-A receptor(CCK-AR)and CCK-B receptors(CCK-BR)are two key receptors mediating the biological functions of CCK,both of which belong to class-A sevenfold transmembrane G protein-coupled receptors(Nishimura et al.,2015).CCK-AR preferentially reacts to sulfated CCK,whereas CCK-BR binds both CCK and gastrin with similar affinities(Ding et al.,2022).The expression patterns of CCK-AR and CCK-BR are distinct,implying that CCK has various functions in target regions.For instance,CCK-AR is widely expressed in the GI and brain subregions and is hence implicated in the control of digestive function and satiety regulation.Conversely,CCK-BR is abundantly and widely distributed in the central nervous system,which majorly regulates anxiety,learning,and memory(Ding et al.,2022).However,the roles of endogenous CCK and CCK receptors in regulating hippocampal function at electrophysiological and behavioral levels have received less attention.展开更多
Astrocytes,the main population of glial cells in the central nervous system(CNS),exert essential tasks for the control of brain tissue homeostasis,supporting neuron and other glial cell activity from the developmental...Astrocytes,the main population of glial cells in the central nervous system(CNS),exert essential tasks for the control of brain tissue homeostasis,supporting neuron and other glial cell activity from the developmental stage to adult life.To maintain the optimal functionality of the brain,astroglial cells are particularly committed to reacting to every change in tissue homeostatic conditions,from mild modifications of the physiological environment,a process called astrocyte activation,to the more severe alterations occurring in pathological situations causing astrocyte reactivity or reactive astrogliosis(Escartin et al.,2021).During these reactive states,astrocytes mount an active,progressive response encompassing morphological,molecular,and interactional remodeling,leading to the acquisition of new functions and the loss of others,whose intensity,duration,and reversibility are dependent on the nature of the stimulus and regulated in a context-specific manner.展开更多
As the demand for computing power in data centers continues to grow, balancing data transmitting speed and energy efficiency has emerged as a critical challenge. Highbandwidth, low-power interconnection schemes are in...As the demand for computing power in data centers continues to grow, balancing data transmitting speed and energy efficiency has emerged as a critical challenge. Highbandwidth, low-power interconnection schemes are increasingly recognized as core requirements for next-generation intelligent computing center designs^([1, 2]). For short-range optical interconnections of intra-chip and inter-chip—typically covering tens of meters or less—microring resonant modulators (MRM) are emerging as an ideal solution.展开更多
Based on previous experience,learning to avoid or seek certain specific stimuli again in the future is crucial for survival.Our brains are wired to assign a particular valence-either positive or negativeas a result of...Based on previous experience,learning to avoid or seek certain specific stimuli again in the future is crucial for survival.Our brains are wired to assign a particular valence-either positive or negativeas a result of sensory stimuli,and it is this valence that serves as the foundational motivation for our subsequent actions.Simply put,all motivational actions fall into two categories:pleasure-seeking behavior guided by positive emotional valence,and pain-avoiding behavior driven by negative emotional valence[1].The ability to shift from one emotional valence to another is an important characteristic of affective states,while the instability of emotional states underlies many psychiatric disorders,highlighting the clinical importance of managing and understanding these fluctuations.This ability to adapt emotional responses can be attained by modulating the gain across distinct neural pathways,thus enabling the nuanced and smooth assignment of valence through the strengthening or weakening of circuit activity[1,2].展开更多
The simultaneously transmitting and reflecting reconfigurable intelligent surface(STAR-RIS)is regarded as a promising paradigm for enhancing the connectivity and reliability of non-orthogonal multiple access(NOMA)netw...The simultaneously transmitting and reflecting reconfigurable intelligent surface(STAR-RIS)is regarded as a promising paradigm for enhancing the connectivity and reliability of non-orthogonal multiple access(NOMA)networks.However,the transmission of STAR-RIS enhanced NOMA networks performance is severely limited due to the inter-user interference(IUI)on multi-user detections.To mitigate this drawback,we propose a generalized quadrature spatial modulation(GQSM)aided STAR-RIS in conjunction with the NOMA scheme,termed STARRIS-NOMA-GQSM,to improve the performance of the corresponding NGMA network.By STAR-RISNOMA-GQSM,the information bits for all users in transmission and reflection zones are transmitted via orthogonal signal domains to eliminate the IUI so as to greatly improve the system performance.The lowcomplexity detection and upper-bounded bit error rate(BER)of STAR-RIS-NOMA-GQSM are both studied to evaluate its feasibility and performance.Moreover,by further utilizing index modulation(IM),we propose an enhanced STAR-RIS-NOMA-GQSM scheme,termed E-STAR-RIS-NOMA-GQSM,to enhance the transmission rate by dynamically adjusting reflection patterns in both transmission and reflection zones.Simulation results show that the proposed original and enhanced scheme significantly outperform the conventional STAR-RIS-NOMA and also confirm the precision of the theoretical analysis of the upper-bounded BER.展开更多
Under submerged conditions, compared with traditional self-excited oscillating pulsed waterjets(SOPWs), annular fluid-enhanced self-excited oscillating pulsed waterjets(AFESOPWs) exhibit a higher surge pressure throug...Under submerged conditions, compared with traditional self-excited oscillating pulsed waterjets(SOPWs), annular fluid-enhanced self-excited oscillating pulsed waterjets(AFESOPWs) exhibit a higher surge pressure through self-priming. However, their pressure frequency and cavitation characteristics remain unclear, resulting in an inability to fully utilize resonance and cavitation erosion to break coal and rock. In this study, high-frequency pressure testing, high-speed photography, and large eddy simulation(LES) are used to investigate the distribution of the pressure frequency band, evolution law of the cavitation cloud, and its regulation mechanism of a continuous waterjet, SOPW, and AFESOPW. The results indicated that the excitation of the plunger pump, shearing layer vortex, and bubble collapse corresponded to the three high-amplitude frequency bands of the waterjet pressure. AFESOPWs have an additional self-priming frequency that can produce a larger amplitude under a synergistic effect with the second high-amplitude frequency band. A better cavitation effect was produced after self-priming the annulus fluid, and the shedding frequency of the cavitation clouds of the three types of waterjets was linearly related to the cavitation number. The peak pressure of the waterjet and cavitation erosion effect can be improved by modulating the waterjet pressure oscillation frequency and cavitation shedding frequency.展开更多
Ultra-low-frequency(ULF) waves are ubiquitous in terrestrial and planetary environments, playing a crucial role in energy transfer and dissipation through wave–particle interactions within space plasmas. By performin...Ultra-low-frequency(ULF) waves are ubiquitous in terrestrial and planetary environments, playing a crucial role in energy transfer and dissipation through wave–particle interactions within space plasmas. By performing a detailed event study in terms of particle distribution maps and wave–particle variable correlation maps, we report that ULF waves observed by the Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN(MAVEN) spacecraft in the Martian foreshock can effectively modulate the suprathermal electron fluxes by the magnetic field fluctuations. In particular, the variations in electron fluxes at energies of ~10–100 eV are significant in the perpendicular direction, showing good relationships with changes in the wave field strength characterized by a correlation coefficient ~0.8. These findings demonstrate the generality of interactions of ULF waves with electrons, even at these low energies, highlighting the importance of such processes throughout the heliosphere.展开更多
The 7075 aluminum alloy was subjected to power-modulated laser welding using a full-domain power modulation(FDPM)laser oscillating welding system.Three different power modes were utilized:constant power(CP),gradient p...The 7075 aluminum alloy was subjected to power-modulated laser welding using a full-domain power modulation(FDPM)laser oscillating welding system.Three different power modes were utilized:constant power(CP),gradient power(GP),and alternating power(AP)modes.The impact of different power modes on joint crack sensitivity,microstructure,and residual stress was assessed.The results demonstrate that joint welded with the AP mode exhibits the lowest sensitivity to solidification cracking(with mean crack sensitivity of 18.3%),and the smallest average grain size in the fusion zone of the weld seam(80μm).Additionally,it shows the highest microhardness(HV 113)and the narrowest softening region(3.5 cm).Furthermore,the joint displays the lowest residual stress and cooling rate,which is the reason for its minimal crack sensitivity.展开更多
With the continuous improvement of signal processing accuracy requirements in modern electronic systems,the demand for high-precision analog-to-digital converters(ADCs)is increasing.Sigma-Delta modulator,as the most i...With the continuous improvement of signal processing accuracy requirements in modern electronic systems,the demand for high-precision analog-to-digital converters(ADCs)is increasing.Sigma-Delta modulator,as the most important component of high-precision ADC,is widely used in high-quality audio,high-precision instrument measurement,and other fields due to its advantages of high precision,strong noise resistance,and low hardware cost.This article designs a discrete structure third-order four-bit high-precision Sigma-Delta modulator through modeling,with an oversampling rate set to 512.Under ideal conditions,the simulation results show that the SDNR reaches 152.7db and the ENOB is 25.24bits.After introducing non-ideal noise,the system performance has decreased.The simulation results show that the SDNR is as high as 124.5db and the ENOB is 20.39bits.This indicates that the design can achieve high-precision conversion and provide assistance for further research in the future.展开更多
This paper designs a high-frequency stable wireless amplitude modulation(AM)system based on a Pierce circuit.The system utilizes an oscillator and comparator to generate a 20 kHz square wave with an adjustable duty cy...This paper designs a high-frequency stable wireless amplitude modulation(AM)system based on a Pierce circuit.The system utilizes an oscillator and comparator to generate a 20 kHz square wave with an adjustable duty cycle,combined with a 41 MHz carrier wave produced by a passive crystal oscillator Pierce circuit.A 100% modulation index amplitude modulation is achieved through the AD835 multiplier.The modulated signal is amplified by a power amplifier circuit and transmitted wirelessly via the transmitter antenna.Upon reception,the signal undergoes two-stage highfrequency amplification before passing through a Schottky diode envelope detector.The NE5532 shaping circuit then restores the square wave.Experimental results demonstrate reliable 11-meter transmission with carrier frequency deviation<0.75% and demodulation error<1%.展开更多
This paper examines theπ/4QPSK modulation communication transmission system,analyzing the performance advantages and disadvantages ofπ/4QPSK in comparison to QPSK.It also presents a comprehensive FPGA implementation...This paper examines theπ/4QPSK modulation communication transmission system,analyzing the performance advantages and disadvantages ofπ/4QPSK in comparison to QPSK.It also presents a comprehensive FPGA implementation scheme for a modulation communication transmission system,integrating RS channel coding,framing,frequency conversion,and other modules.This design is based on practical research and development requirements.The Xilinx Spartan6 chip board was used for board-level verification.Theπ/4QPSK modulated signal was transmitted via D/A conversion and radio frequency,with the transmitted waveform was looped back for reception.After A/D processing,the correctness of the designed modulation transmission scheme was verified.展开更多
Femtosecond laser processing is an important machining method for micro-optical components such as Fresnel zone plate(FZP).However,the low processing efficiency of the femtosecond laser restricts its application.Here,...Femtosecond laser processing is an important machining method for micro-optical components such as Fresnel zone plate(FZP).However,the low processing efficiency of the femtosecond laser restricts its application.Here,a femtosecond laser Bessel beam is proposed to process micro-FZP,which is modulated from a Gaussian beam to a Bessel annular beam.The processing time for FZP with an outer diameter of 60μm is reduced from 30 min to 1.5 min on an important semiconductor material gallium arsenide(GaAs),which significantly improves the processing efficiency.In the modulation process,a central ablation hole that has an adverse effect on the diffraction performance is produced,and the adverse effect is eliminated by superimposing the blazed grating hologram.Meanwhile,the FZP machined by spatial light modulator(SLM)has good morphology and higher diffraction efficiency,which provides a strong guarantee for the application of micro-FZP in computed tomography and solar photovoltaic cells.展开更多
Nanomaterials that can sequentially respond to internal and external stimuli,functioning as a sequential gate,have great potential for targeting different aspects of antitumor immunity.Herein,we construct a mannose-mo...Nanomaterials that can sequentially respond to internal and external stimuli,functioning as a sequential gate,have great potential for targeting different aspects of antitumor immunity.Herein,we construct a mannose-modified,pH and reactive oxygen species(ROS) sequential-responsive,transformable dualimmunofunction nanoprodrug(MpRTNP).This nanoprodrug encapsulates a transforming growth factor-β(TGF-β) receptor inhibitor SD-208(MpRTNP@SD),to simultaneously alleviate the immunosuppressive effects of TGF-β and tumor-associated macrophages(TAMs).In the weakly acidic tumor microenvironment(TME),the vesicle-micelle morphology transformation occurs owing to the protonation of PC7A,which is accompanied by SD-208 release to inhibit cancer-associated fibroblasts and regulatory T cells.The transformed micelles then target TAMs via mannose receptor-media ted endocytosis.Upon laser irradiation,the thioketal linker is cleaved,releasing conjugated chlorin e6 and generating ROS,which facilitates TAM polarization.The PC7A^(+) segment activates the stimulator of the interferon gene in TAMs with elevated phosphorylation of TANK binding kinase 1 and interferon regulatory factor 3,and type I interferon secretion.MpRTNP@SD displays superior abscopal effects and robust antitumor immunity,as evidenced by increased CD8^(+)/CD4^(+) T cell infiltration and reduced regulatory T cell(Treg) ratios.Mouse survival time is prolonged after combination with the CD47 antibody.This study provides a novel strategy for potent antitumor immunotherapy through pH and ROS sequential-gated spatiotemporal regulation of the TME.展开更多
Transcription factors(TFs)play key roles in the regulatory network of leaf senescence.However,many nodes in this network remain unclear.To elucidate the mechanism of leaf senescence mediated by a rice TF,WRKY10,the ex...Transcription factors(TFs)play key roles in the regulatory network of leaf senescence.However,many nodes in this network remain unclear.To elucidate the mechanism of leaf senescence mediated by a rice TF,WRKY10,the expression of multiple senescence-related genes and physiological phenotypes were monitored in WRKY10-and VQ MOTIF-CONTAINING PROTEIN8(VQ8)-overexpressing plants and the wrky10 and vq8 mutants.Our results showed that WRKY10 positively regulates abscisic acid(ABA)-and dark-induced senescence(DIS)by directly regulating the expression of multiple senescence-related genes.The VQ8 protein,a repressor of WRKY10,negatively regulates WRKY10-mediated DIS.The WRKY10-VQ8 module fine-tunes the progression of DIS.ABA,methyl jasmonate,and H_(2)O_(2) accelerate WRKY10-mediated DIS,whereas ammonium nitrate and dithiothreitol delay WRKY10-mediated DIS.Further analysis revealed that WRKY10 and VQ8 interact with ABA RESPONSIVE ELEMENT BINDING FACTOR1(ABF1)or ABF2.VQ8 represses the transcriptional activity of ABF1 and ABF2.Overexpression of ABF1 or ABF2 accelerates ABA-and dark-induced senescence and H_(2)O_(2) accumulation in N.benthamiana leaves,and WRKY10 and VQ8 can inhibit either ABF1-or ABF2-induced cell necrosis.Taken together,WRKY10 integrates multiple senescence signals to establish an orderly progression of leaf senescence.The VQ8 protein acts as a brake on WRKY10-induced senescence and ABF1/2-induced cell death,preventing uncontrolled cell death.展开更多
Objectives:The phytochemical investigation of traditional herbal medicines holds significant promise for modern drug discovery,particularly in cancer therapy.This study aimed to evaluate the cytotoxicity,apoptosis ind...Objectives:The phytochemical investigation of traditional herbal medicines holds significant promise for modern drug discovery,particularly in cancer therapy.This study aimed to evaluate the cytotoxicity,apoptosis induction,and immune-modulatory activities of extracts from three herbal medicines with historical use in traditional medicine—Acanthopanax sessiliflorus,Phragmites communis,and Pinus densiflora,as well as their combined extract(GMAS 01/COM),on human lung cancer cells(A549)and normal cell lines,including murine macrophages(RAW 264.7)and human keratinocytes(HaCaT).Methods:Plant extracts were prepared using aqueous extraction,sonication,and rotary evaporation.The total phenolic and flavonoid contents were quantified using the Folin-Ciocalteu and AlCl3 colorimetric methods,respectively.Antioxidant potential was evaluated via 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH)scavenging and reducing power assays.Cytotoxicity was assessed using an MTT assay,while reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation was quantified using a 2′,7′-Dichlorodihydrofluorescein diacetate(DCFH-DA)assay.Anticancer properties,including colony formation inhibition and migration suppression,were examined using colony formation and wound healing assays.The expression of apoptotic and inflammatory mediators was analysed through qPCR.Results:GMAS 01 selectively induced apoptosis in A549 cells without cytotoxic effects on RAW264.7 and HaCaT cells.Mechanistically,it elevated intracellular ROS and activated the intrinsic mitochondrial apoptotic pathway,evidenced by p53 upregulation,increased Bax,and decreased Bcl-2 expression.GMAS 01 also significantly inhibited colony formation and migration in A549 cells.In RAW264.7 cells,it reduced nitric oxide(NO)production and downregulated iNOS,COX-2,IL-6,and IL-8,indicating strong immunomodulatory activity.Conclusion:GMAS 01 exhibits potent antioxidant,anti-inflammatory,and anticancer effects,likely mediated through ROS-induced mitochondrial apoptosis.However,mechanistic interpretations are limited by the absence of protein-level validation and pathway inhibition studies.Upcoming studies should aim to verify the underlying mechanisms and evaluate their potential for real-world application.展开更多
Physical layer authentication(PLA)in the context of the Internet of Things(IoT)has gained significant attention.Compared with traditional encryption and blockchain technologies,PLA provides a more computationally effi...Physical layer authentication(PLA)in the context of the Internet of Things(IoT)has gained significant attention.Compared with traditional encryption and blockchain technologies,PLA provides a more computationally efficient alternative to exploiting the properties of the wireless medium itself.Some existing PLA solutions rely on static mechanisms,which are insufficient to address the authentication challenges in fifth generation(5G)and beyond wireless networks.Additionally,with the massive increase in mobile device access,the communication security of the IoT is vulnerable to spoofing attacks.To overcome the above challenges,this paper proposes a lightweight deep convolutional neural network(CNN)equipped with squeeze and excitation module(SE module)in dynamic wireless environments,namely SE-ConvNet.To be more specific,a convolution factorization is developed to reduce the complexity of PLA models based on deep learning.Moreover,an SE module is designed in the deep CNN to enhance useful features andmaximize authentication accuracy.Compared with the existing solutions,the proposed SE-ConvNet enabled PLA scheme performs excellently in mobile and time-varying wireless environments while maintaining lower computational complexity.展开更多
In this paper, an actively Q-switched wavelength injection locking random fiber laser(RFL) based on random phase-shifted fiber Bragg grating(RPS-FBG) is proposed, and the performance of the laser is verified by experi...In this paper, an actively Q-switched wavelength injection locking random fiber laser(RFL) based on random phase-shifted fiber Bragg grating(RPS-FBG) is proposed, and the performance of the laser is verified by experiments. Within the reflection bandwidth range of RPS-FBG, spanning from 1 549.2 nm to 1 549.9 nm, different laser modes with stable central wavelength and peak power can be selectively chosen by varying the injected light wavelength. The power fluctuation within 1 h is less than 0.1 d Bm, and the central wavelength drift is less than 0.02 nm. When the pump power increases from 90 mW to 300 mW, the pulse width decreases from 3.2 μs to 1.5 μs, and the pulse repetition frequency is 20 kHz. The RFL can reach a stable locking state at the lowest pump power of 100 mW and the lowest injection power of 3 d Bm. When the wavelength is locked, the output pulse is a single pulse. On the contrary, the unlocked output pulse is multi-pulse. The laser has the characteristics of high wavelength tunability in the reflection range of RPS-FBG and it can be an ideal light source in the fields of laser imaging and pulse coding.展开更多
The utilization of millimeter-wave frequencies and cognitive radio(CR)are promising ways to increase the spectral efficiency of wireless communication systems.However,conventional CR spectrum sensing techniques entail...The utilization of millimeter-wave frequencies and cognitive radio(CR)are promising ways to increase the spectral efficiency of wireless communication systems.However,conventional CR spectrum sensing techniques entail sampling the received signal at a Nyquist rate,and they are not viable for wideband signals due to their high cost.This paper expounds on how sub-Nyquist sampling in conjunction with deep learning can be leveraged to remove this limitation.To this end,we propose a multi-task learning(MTL)framework using convolutional neural networks for the joint inference of the underlying narrowband signal number,their modulation scheme,and their location in a wideband spectrum.We demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed framework for real-world millimeter-wave wideband signals collected by physical devices,exhibiting a 91.7% accuracy in the joint inference task when considering up to two narrowband signals over a wideband spectrum.Ultimately,the proposed data-driven approach enables on-the-fly wideband spectrum sensing,combining accuracy,and computational efficiency,which are indispensable for CR and opportunistic networking.展开更多
文摘In this paper,we present a novel first-order digitalΣΔconverter tailored for digital-to-analog applications,focusing on achieving both high yield and reduced silicon estate.Our approach incorporates a substantial level of dithering noise into the input signal,strategically aimed at mitigating the spurious frequencies commonly encountered in such converters.Validation of our design is performed through simulations using a high-level simulator specialized in mixed-signal circuit analysis.The results underscore the enhanced performance of our circuit,especially in reducing spurious frequencies,highlighting its efficiency and effectiveness.The final circuit exhibits an effective number of bits of 13.
基金Scientific Research Training Program for Young Talents of Union Hospital,Tongji Medical College,Huazhong University of Science and Technology(F.W.),NIH/NIDCR grants DE029012 and DE029465Department of Defense Grant PR190899(R.T.F.)Michigan Musculoskeletal Health Core Center(NIH/NIAMS P30 AR069620)。
文摘Bone morphogenetic proteins are essential for bone regeneration/fracture healing but can also induce heterotopic ossification(HO).Understanding accessory factors modulating BMP signaling would provide both a means of enhancing BMP-dependent regeneration while preventing HO.This study focuses on the ability of the collagen receptor,discoidin domain receptor 2(DDR2),to regulate BMP activity.As will be shown,induction of bone formation by subcutaneous BMP2 implants is severely compromised in Ddr2-deficient mice.In addition,Ddr2 deficiency attenuates HO in mice expressing the ACVR1 mutation associated with human fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva.In cells migrating into BMP2 implants,DDR2 is co-expressed with GLI1,a skeletal stem cell marker,and DDR2/GLI1-positive cells participate in BMP2-induced bone formation where they contribute to chondrogenic and osteogenic lineages.Consistent with this distribution,conditional knockout of Ddr2 in Gli1-expressing cells inhibited bone formation to the same extent seen in globally Ddr2-deficient animals.This response was explained by selective inhibition of Gli1+cell proliferation without changes in apoptosis.The basis for this DDR2 requirement was explored further using bone marrow stromal cells.Although Ddr2 deficiency inhibited BMP2-dependent chondrocyte and osteoblast differentiation and in vivo,bone formation,early BMP responses including SMAD phosphorylation remained largely intact.Instead,Ddr2 deficiency reduced the nuclear/cytoplasmic ratio of the Hippo pathway intermediates,YAP and TAZ.This suggests that DDR2 regulates Hippo pathway-mediated responses to the collagen matrix,which subsequently affect BMP responsiveness.In summary,DDR2 is an important modulator of BMP signaling and a potential therapeutic target both for enhancing regeneration and treating HO.
文摘Spatial memory is crucial for survival within external surroundings and wild environments.The hippocampus,a critical hub for spatial learning and memory formation,has received extensive investigations on how neuromodulators shape its functions(Teixeira et al.,2018;Zhang et al.,2024).However,the landscape of neuromodulations in the hippocampal system remains poorly understood because most studies focus on classical monoamine neuromodulators,such as acetylcholine,serotonin,dopamine,and noradrenaline.The neuropeptides,comprising the most abundant neuromodulators in the central nervous system,play a pivotal role in neural information processing in the hippocampal system.Cholecystokinin(CCK),one of the most abundant neuropeptides,has been implicated in regulating various physiological and neurobiological statuses(Chen et al.,2019).CCK-A receptor(CCK-AR)and CCK-B receptors(CCK-BR)are two key receptors mediating the biological functions of CCK,both of which belong to class-A sevenfold transmembrane G protein-coupled receptors(Nishimura et al.,2015).CCK-AR preferentially reacts to sulfated CCK,whereas CCK-BR binds both CCK and gastrin with similar affinities(Ding et al.,2022).The expression patterns of CCK-AR and CCK-BR are distinct,implying that CCK has various functions in target regions.For instance,CCK-AR is widely expressed in the GI and brain subregions and is hence implicated in the control of digestive function and satiety regulation.Conversely,CCK-BR is abundantly and widely distributed in the central nervous system,which majorly regulates anxiety,learning,and memory(Ding et al.,2022).However,the roles of endogenous CCK and CCK receptors in regulating hippocampal function at electrophysiological and behavioral levels have received less attention.
基金supported by funds from the Italian Ministry of Health,Ricerca Finalizzata,(Grant N.GR-2013-02355882 and GR-2021-12373946 to AL)5x1000 Project of the Istituto Superiore di Sanità(Project code:ISS5x1000_21-949432e8c9be to AL)the European Union–NextGeneration EU through the Italian Ministry of University and Research under PNRR-M4C2-I1.3 Project PE_00000019“HEAL ITALIA”to EA(CUP I83C22001830006)。
文摘Astrocytes,the main population of glial cells in the central nervous system(CNS),exert essential tasks for the control of brain tissue homeostasis,supporting neuron and other glial cell activity from the developmental stage to adult life.To maintain the optimal functionality of the brain,astroglial cells are particularly committed to reacting to every change in tissue homeostatic conditions,from mild modifications of the physiological environment,a process called astrocyte activation,to the more severe alterations occurring in pathological situations causing astrocyte reactivity or reactive astrogliosis(Escartin et al.,2021).During these reactive states,astrocytes mount an active,progressive response encompassing morphological,molecular,and interactional remodeling,leading to the acquisition of new functions and the loss of others,whose intensity,duration,and reversibility are dependent on the nature of the stimulus and regulated in a context-specific manner.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 61925505 and 62405070)"Pioneer" and "Leading Goose" R&D Program of Zhejiang Province (Grant No. 2024C01112)National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant No. 2023YFB2807100)。
文摘As the demand for computing power in data centers continues to grow, balancing data transmitting speed and energy efficiency has emerged as a critical challenge. Highbandwidth, low-power interconnection schemes are increasingly recognized as core requirements for next-generation intelligent computing center designs^([1, 2]). For short-range optical interconnections of intra-chip and inter-chip—typically covering tens of meters or less—microring resonant modulators (MRM) are emerging as an ideal solution.
基金supported by grants from the Key-Area Research and Development Program of Guangdong province(2019B030335001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32200815)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2022M721218).
文摘Based on previous experience,learning to avoid or seek certain specific stimuli again in the future is crucial for survival.Our brains are wired to assign a particular valence-either positive or negativeas a result of sensory stimuli,and it is this valence that serves as the foundational motivation for our subsequent actions.Simply put,all motivational actions fall into two categories:pleasure-seeking behavior guided by positive emotional valence,and pain-avoiding behavior driven by negative emotional valence[1].The ability to shift from one emotional valence to another is an important characteristic of affective states,while the instability of emotional states underlies many psychiatric disorders,highlighting the clinical importance of managing and understanding these fluctuations.This ability to adapt emotional responses can be attained by modulating the gain across distinct neural pathways,thus enabling the nuanced and smooth assignment of valence through the strengthening or weakening of circuit activity[1,2].
基金supported in part by Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation under Grants 2023A1515030118 and 2024A1515010012in part by the Guangzhou Science and Technology Project under Grant 2023A03J0110+3 种基金in part by Guangzhou Basic Research Program Municipal School(College)Joint Funding Project under Grant 2025A03J3119in part by National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant 62173101in part by the Key Discipline Project of Guangzhou Education Bureau under Grant 202255467in part by the Key Laboratory of on-Chip Communication and Sensor Chip of Guangdong Higher Education Institutes under Grant 2023KSYS002。
文摘The simultaneously transmitting and reflecting reconfigurable intelligent surface(STAR-RIS)is regarded as a promising paradigm for enhancing the connectivity and reliability of non-orthogonal multiple access(NOMA)networks.However,the transmission of STAR-RIS enhanced NOMA networks performance is severely limited due to the inter-user interference(IUI)on multi-user detections.To mitigate this drawback,we propose a generalized quadrature spatial modulation(GQSM)aided STAR-RIS in conjunction with the NOMA scheme,termed STARRIS-NOMA-GQSM,to improve the performance of the corresponding NGMA network.By STAR-RISNOMA-GQSM,the information bits for all users in transmission and reflection zones are transmitted via orthogonal signal domains to eliminate the IUI so as to greatly improve the system performance.The lowcomplexity detection and upper-bounded bit error rate(BER)of STAR-RIS-NOMA-GQSM are both studied to evaluate its feasibility and performance.Moreover,by further utilizing index modulation(IM),we propose an enhanced STAR-RIS-NOMA-GQSM scheme,termed E-STAR-RIS-NOMA-GQSM,to enhance the transmission rate by dynamically adjusting reflection patterns in both transmission and reflection zones.Simulation results show that the proposed original and enhanced scheme significantly outperform the conventional STAR-RIS-NOMA and also confirm the precision of the theoretical analysis of the upper-bounded BER.
基金supported by the program for National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 52174173, 52274188, and 52104190)the Joint Funds of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. U24A2091)+1 种基金The Natural Science Foundation of Henan Polytechnic University (No. B2021-2)Double FirstClass Initiative of Safety and Energy Engineering (Henan Polytechnic University) (Nos. AQ20240703 and AQ20230304)。
文摘Under submerged conditions, compared with traditional self-excited oscillating pulsed waterjets(SOPWs), annular fluid-enhanced self-excited oscillating pulsed waterjets(AFESOPWs) exhibit a higher surge pressure through self-priming. However, their pressure frequency and cavitation characteristics remain unclear, resulting in an inability to fully utilize resonance and cavitation erosion to break coal and rock. In this study, high-frequency pressure testing, high-speed photography, and large eddy simulation(LES) are used to investigate the distribution of the pressure frequency band, evolution law of the cavitation cloud, and its regulation mechanism of a continuous waterjet, SOPW, and AFESOPW. The results indicated that the excitation of the plunger pump, shearing layer vortex, and bubble collapse corresponded to the three high-amplitude frequency bands of the waterjet pressure. AFESOPWs have an additional self-priming frequency that can produce a larger amplitude under a synergistic effect with the second high-amplitude frequency band. A better cavitation effect was produced after self-priming the annulus fluid, and the shedding frequency of the cavitation clouds of the three types of waterjets was linearly related to the cavitation number. The peak pressure of the waterjet and cavitation erosion effect can be improved by modulating the waterjet pressure oscillation frequency and cavitation shedding frequency.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 42188101, 42174188, 42474217, 42330207, 42374193, 42241143, and 42025404)the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant Nos. 2022YFF0503700 and 2022YFF0503900)。
文摘Ultra-low-frequency(ULF) waves are ubiquitous in terrestrial and planetary environments, playing a crucial role in energy transfer and dissipation through wave–particle interactions within space plasmas. By performing a detailed event study in terms of particle distribution maps and wave–particle variable correlation maps, we report that ULF waves observed by the Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN(MAVEN) spacecraft in the Martian foreshock can effectively modulate the suprathermal electron fluxes by the magnetic field fluctuations. In particular, the variations in electron fluxes at energies of ~10–100 eV are significant in the perpendicular direction, showing good relationships with changes in the wave field strength characterized by a correlation coefficient ~0.8. These findings demonstrate the generality of interactions of ULF waves with electrons, even at these low energies, highlighting the importance of such processes throughout the heliosphere.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52075235)the Major Science and Technology Project of Gansu Province,China(No.22ZD6GA008)+2 种基金the Key Research and Development Program of Gansu Province,China(No.20YF3WA017)the Natural Science Foundation of Gansu Province,China(No.21JR7RA233)the Scientific and Technological Projects of Jiayuguan,China(No.22-16)。
文摘The 7075 aluminum alloy was subjected to power-modulated laser welding using a full-domain power modulation(FDPM)laser oscillating welding system.Three different power modes were utilized:constant power(CP),gradient power(GP),and alternating power(AP)modes.The impact of different power modes on joint crack sensitivity,microstructure,and residual stress was assessed.The results demonstrate that joint welded with the AP mode exhibits the lowest sensitivity to solidification cracking(with mean crack sensitivity of 18.3%),and the smallest average grain size in the fusion zone of the weld seam(80μm).Additionally,it shows the highest microhardness(HV 113)and the narrowest softening region(3.5 cm).Furthermore,the joint displays the lowest residual stress and cooling rate,which is the reason for its minimal crack sensitivity.
文摘With the continuous improvement of signal processing accuracy requirements in modern electronic systems,the demand for high-precision analog-to-digital converters(ADCs)is increasing.Sigma-Delta modulator,as the most important component of high-precision ADC,is widely used in high-quality audio,high-precision instrument measurement,and other fields due to its advantages of high precision,strong noise resistance,and low hardware cost.This article designs a discrete structure third-order four-bit high-precision Sigma-Delta modulator through modeling,with an oversampling rate set to 512.Under ideal conditions,the simulation results show that the SDNR reaches 152.7db and the ENOB is 25.24bits.After introducing non-ideal noise,the system performance has decreased.The simulation results show that the SDNR is as high as 124.5db and the ENOB is 20.39bits.This indicates that the design can achieve high-precision conversion and provide assistance for further research in the future.
文摘This paper designs a high-frequency stable wireless amplitude modulation(AM)system based on a Pierce circuit.The system utilizes an oscillator and comparator to generate a 20 kHz square wave with an adjustable duty cycle,combined with a 41 MHz carrier wave produced by a passive crystal oscillator Pierce circuit.A 100% modulation index amplitude modulation is achieved through the AD835 multiplier.The modulated signal is amplified by a power amplifier circuit and transmitted wirelessly via the transmitter antenna.Upon reception,the signal undergoes two-stage highfrequency amplification before passing through a Schottky diode envelope detector.The NE5532 shaping circuit then restores the square wave.Experimental results demonstrate reliable 11-meter transmission with carrier frequency deviation<0.75% and demodulation error<1%.
文摘This paper examines theπ/4QPSK modulation communication transmission system,analyzing the performance advantages and disadvantages ofπ/4QPSK in comparison to QPSK.It also presents a comprehensive FPGA implementation scheme for a modulation communication transmission system,integrating RS channel coding,framing,frequency conversion,and other modules.This design is based on practical research and development requirements.The Xilinx Spartan6 chip board was used for board-level verification.Theπ/4QPSK modulated signal was transmitted via D/A conversion and radio frequency,with the transmitted waveform was looped back for reception.After A/D processing,the correctness of the designed modulation transmission scheme was verified.
基金Projects(51875584,51875585,51975590)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China。
文摘Femtosecond laser processing is an important machining method for micro-optical components such as Fresnel zone plate(FZP).However,the low processing efficiency of the femtosecond laser restricts its application.Here,a femtosecond laser Bessel beam is proposed to process micro-FZP,which is modulated from a Gaussian beam to a Bessel annular beam.The processing time for FZP with an outer diameter of 60μm is reduced from 30 min to 1.5 min on an important semiconductor material gallium arsenide(GaAs),which significantly improves the processing efficiency.In the modulation process,a central ablation hole that has an adverse effect on the diffraction performance is produced,and the adverse effect is eliminated by superimposing the blazed grating hologram.Meanwhile,the FZP machined by spatial light modulator(SLM)has good morphology and higher diffraction efficiency,which provides a strong guarantee for the application of micro-FZP in computed tomography and solar photovoltaic cells.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52103190 and 52103191)Special Program for Supporting Innovative Youth Talent Teams(No.32320683)+1 种基金Start-up Grant(Nos.32340311 and 35220151) from Zhengzhou UniversityNatural Science Foundation of Henan Province(No.242300420127)。
文摘Nanomaterials that can sequentially respond to internal and external stimuli,functioning as a sequential gate,have great potential for targeting different aspects of antitumor immunity.Herein,we construct a mannose-modified,pH and reactive oxygen species(ROS) sequential-responsive,transformable dualimmunofunction nanoprodrug(MpRTNP).This nanoprodrug encapsulates a transforming growth factor-β(TGF-β) receptor inhibitor SD-208(MpRTNP@SD),to simultaneously alleviate the immunosuppressive effects of TGF-β and tumor-associated macrophages(TAMs).In the weakly acidic tumor microenvironment(TME),the vesicle-micelle morphology transformation occurs owing to the protonation of PC7A,which is accompanied by SD-208 release to inhibit cancer-associated fibroblasts and regulatory T cells.The transformed micelles then target TAMs via mannose receptor-media ted endocytosis.Upon laser irradiation,the thioketal linker is cleaved,releasing conjugated chlorin e6 and generating ROS,which facilitates TAM polarization.The PC7A^(+) segment activates the stimulator of the interferon gene in TAMs with elevated phosphorylation of TANK binding kinase 1 and interferon regulatory factor 3,and type I interferon secretion.MpRTNP@SD displays superior abscopal effects and robust antitumor immunity,as evidenced by increased CD8^(+)/CD4^(+) T cell infiltration and reduced regulatory T cell(Treg) ratios.Mouse survival time is prolonged after combination with the CD47 antibody.This study provides a novel strategy for potent antitumor immunotherapy through pH and ROS sequential-gated spatiotemporal regulation of the TME.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (31371557 and 31571574)Wenzhou Basic Scientific Research Project (N20240009)。
文摘Transcription factors(TFs)play key roles in the regulatory network of leaf senescence.However,many nodes in this network remain unclear.To elucidate the mechanism of leaf senescence mediated by a rice TF,WRKY10,the expression of multiple senescence-related genes and physiological phenotypes were monitored in WRKY10-and VQ MOTIF-CONTAINING PROTEIN8(VQ8)-overexpressing plants and the wrky10 and vq8 mutants.Our results showed that WRKY10 positively regulates abscisic acid(ABA)-and dark-induced senescence(DIS)by directly regulating the expression of multiple senescence-related genes.The VQ8 protein,a repressor of WRKY10,negatively regulates WRKY10-mediated DIS.The WRKY10-VQ8 module fine-tunes the progression of DIS.ABA,methyl jasmonate,and H_(2)O_(2) accelerate WRKY10-mediated DIS,whereas ammonium nitrate and dithiothreitol delay WRKY10-mediated DIS.Further analysis revealed that WRKY10 and VQ8 interact with ABA RESPONSIVE ELEMENT BINDING FACTOR1(ABF1)or ABF2.VQ8 represses the transcriptional activity of ABF1 and ABF2.Overexpression of ABF1 or ABF2 accelerates ABA-and dark-induced senescence and H_(2)O_(2) accumulation in N.benthamiana leaves,and WRKY10 and VQ8 can inhibit either ABF1-or ABF2-induced cell necrosis.Taken together,WRKY10 integrates multiple senescence signals to establish an orderly progression of leaf senescence.The VQ8 protein acts as a brake on WRKY10-induced senescence and ABF1/2-induced cell death,preventing uncontrolled cell death.
文摘Objectives:The phytochemical investigation of traditional herbal medicines holds significant promise for modern drug discovery,particularly in cancer therapy.This study aimed to evaluate the cytotoxicity,apoptosis induction,and immune-modulatory activities of extracts from three herbal medicines with historical use in traditional medicine—Acanthopanax sessiliflorus,Phragmites communis,and Pinus densiflora,as well as their combined extract(GMAS 01/COM),on human lung cancer cells(A549)and normal cell lines,including murine macrophages(RAW 264.7)and human keratinocytes(HaCaT).Methods:Plant extracts were prepared using aqueous extraction,sonication,and rotary evaporation.The total phenolic and flavonoid contents were quantified using the Folin-Ciocalteu and AlCl3 colorimetric methods,respectively.Antioxidant potential was evaluated via 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH)scavenging and reducing power assays.Cytotoxicity was assessed using an MTT assay,while reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation was quantified using a 2′,7′-Dichlorodihydrofluorescein diacetate(DCFH-DA)assay.Anticancer properties,including colony formation inhibition and migration suppression,were examined using colony formation and wound healing assays.The expression of apoptotic and inflammatory mediators was analysed through qPCR.Results:GMAS 01 selectively induced apoptosis in A549 cells without cytotoxic effects on RAW264.7 and HaCaT cells.Mechanistically,it elevated intracellular ROS and activated the intrinsic mitochondrial apoptotic pathway,evidenced by p53 upregulation,increased Bax,and decreased Bcl-2 expression.GMAS 01 also significantly inhibited colony formation and migration in A549 cells.In RAW264.7 cells,it reduced nitric oxide(NO)production and downregulated iNOS,COX-2,IL-6,and IL-8,indicating strong immunomodulatory activity.Conclusion:GMAS 01 exhibits potent antioxidant,anti-inflammatory,and anticancer effects,likely mediated through ROS-induced mitochondrial apoptosis.However,mechanistic interpretations are limited by the absence of protein-level validation and pathway inhibition studies.Upcoming studies should aim to verify the underlying mechanisms and evaluate their potential for real-world application.
基金supported in part by the National Key R&D Program of China under grant no.2022YFB2703000in part by the Young Backbone Teachers Support Plan of BISTU under grant no.YBT202437+1 种基金in part by the R&D Program of Beijing Municipal Education Commission under grant no.KM202211232012in part by the Educational Innovation Program of BISTU under grant no.2025JGYB19。
文摘Physical layer authentication(PLA)in the context of the Internet of Things(IoT)has gained significant attention.Compared with traditional encryption and blockchain technologies,PLA provides a more computationally efficient alternative to exploiting the properties of the wireless medium itself.Some existing PLA solutions rely on static mechanisms,which are insufficient to address the authentication challenges in fifth generation(5G)and beyond wireless networks.Additionally,with the massive increase in mobile device access,the communication security of the IoT is vulnerable to spoofing attacks.To overcome the above challenges,this paper proposes a lightweight deep convolutional neural network(CNN)equipped with squeeze and excitation module(SE module)in dynamic wireless environments,namely SE-ConvNet.To be more specific,a convolution factorization is developed to reduce the complexity of PLA models based on deep learning.Moreover,an SE module is designed in the deep CNN to enhance useful features andmaximize authentication accuracy.Compared with the existing solutions,the proposed SE-ConvNet enabled PLA scheme performs excellently in mobile and time-varying wireless environments while maintaining lower computational complexity.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.17JCYBJC16600/201386)。
文摘In this paper, an actively Q-switched wavelength injection locking random fiber laser(RFL) based on random phase-shifted fiber Bragg grating(RPS-FBG) is proposed, and the performance of the laser is verified by experiments. Within the reflection bandwidth range of RPS-FBG, spanning from 1 549.2 nm to 1 549.9 nm, different laser modes with stable central wavelength and peak power can be selectively chosen by varying the injected light wavelength. The power fluctuation within 1 h is less than 0.1 d Bm, and the central wavelength drift is less than 0.02 nm. When the pump power increases from 90 mW to 300 mW, the pulse width decreases from 3.2 μs to 1.5 μs, and the pulse repetition frequency is 20 kHz. The RFL can reach a stable locking state at the lowest pump power of 100 mW and the lowest injection power of 3 d Bm. When the wavelength is locked, the output pulse is a single pulse. On the contrary, the unlocked output pulse is multi-pulse. The laser has the characteristics of high wavelength tunability in the reflection range of RPS-FBG and it can be an ideal light source in the fields of laser imaging and pulse coding.
文摘The utilization of millimeter-wave frequencies and cognitive radio(CR)are promising ways to increase the spectral efficiency of wireless communication systems.However,conventional CR spectrum sensing techniques entail sampling the received signal at a Nyquist rate,and they are not viable for wideband signals due to their high cost.This paper expounds on how sub-Nyquist sampling in conjunction with deep learning can be leveraged to remove this limitation.To this end,we propose a multi-task learning(MTL)framework using convolutional neural networks for the joint inference of the underlying narrowband signal number,their modulation scheme,and their location in a wideband spectrum.We demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed framework for real-world millimeter-wave wideband signals collected by physical devices,exhibiting a 91.7% accuracy in the joint inference task when considering up to two narrowband signals over a wideband spectrum.Ultimately,the proposed data-driven approach enables on-the-fly wideband spectrum sensing,combining accuracy,and computational efficiency,which are indispensable for CR and opportunistic networking.
