随着对于大规模人群聚集活动的监控需求日益凸显,基于Wi-Fi的人群密度监测技术逐渐应用于公共安全管理,但其受限于RSSI(received signal strength indicator)的显著波动性与MAC地址匿名化造成的个体识别困难,特别在高密度场景下,其估计...随着对于大规模人群聚集活动的监控需求日益凸显,基于Wi-Fi的人群密度监测技术逐渐应用于公共安全管理,但其受限于RSSI(received signal strength indicator)的显著波动性与MAC地址匿名化造成的个体识别困难,特别在高密度场景下,其估计精度与稳定性仍难以保障。对此,提出一种抗随机性的Wi-Fi探针数据人群密度估计方法,通过设计一种基于时间窗的累计RSSI计算策略,利用局部建模构建区域密度映射关系,捕捉区域人群的动态变化,实现了复杂环境下稳定人群密度估计。所提方法在米级精度上分别取得了0.9723的整体准确率和0.8974的高密度场景准确率,实验结果表明其性能良好,具备跨场景推广的理论潜力与良好的泛用性。展开更多
The research presented in this paper aimed to analyze the evolution of fractures in strata in relation to the progress of longwall mining.To achieve this objective,an introscopic probe equipped with a highresolution c...The research presented in this paper aimed to analyze the evolution of fractures in strata in relation to the progress of longwall mining.To achieve this objective,an introscopic probe equipped with a highresolution camera was developed,along with additional equipment that enables continuous recording of the internal surfaces of drainage boreholes exceeding 100 m in depth.The probe was utilized to test two methane drainage boreholes in the Z-3b longwall,which operates within the 501/3 coal seam of the Jankowice mine in Poland.Automatic image analysis methods were applied to evaluate the recorded images,based on a newly developed classificationsystem for fractures categorized by size and number.The results were compared with an analysis of changes in the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes,which correlated with longwall mining progress.A strong correlation was observed between the number of fractures and the lithology of the strata layers.The largest number of fractures and their evolution were recorded in the coal layers,followed by the shale layers,while the sandstone layers exhibited the least number of fractures.Based on parallel measurements of the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes during the progress of longwall mining,the extent of the strata's fracture zone was determined to range from 6 m to 36 m.Within the fracture zone,the strata are highly fractured,which leads to an increase in methane emissions through seepage and diffusion processes.展开更多
Cell-selective fluorescent probes have emerged as essential tools for live-cell imaging,enabling the differentiation of specific cell types within complex biological systems.Unlike traditional antibody-based methods t...Cell-selective fluorescent probes have emerged as essential tools for live-cell imaging,enabling the differentiation of specific cell types within complex biological systems.Unlike traditional antibody-based methods that target extracellular proteins,small-molecule probes can access intracellular environments and exploit diverse biochemical features for selective retention or activation.This perspective categorizes the mechanisms of cell selectivity into five principal strategies:Protein-oriented,carbohydrate-oriented,lipid-oriented,gating-oriented,and metabolism-oriented live-cell distinctions.Each class capitalizes on a unique cellular trait ranging from protein expression and membrane composition to transporter activity and metabolic enzyme presence.We discuss representative examples of each mechanism,outline a decision-tree workflow for elucidating a new probe's mode of action,and highlight how understanding these mechanisms is critical for both basic biological research and therapeutic probe design.Looking ahead,the development of such mechanism-informed cell-specific probes holds promise for advancing precision cell targeting in biomedical applications.展开更多
Schizophrenia(SCZ) is a severe mental disorder with an unclear pathogenesis.Increasing evidence suggests that oxidative stress(OS) may contribute to the neuropathological processes underlying SCZ.Biothiols,key endogen...Schizophrenia(SCZ) is a severe mental disorder with an unclear pathogenesis.Increasing evidence suggests that oxidative stress(OS) may contribute to the neuropathological processes underlying SCZ.Biothiols,key endogenous antioxidants,have been proposed as potential biomarkers for the disease.However,due to the presence of the blood-brain barrier(BBB),fluorescent probes are rarely used to image biothiols in the brain of SCZ models.In this study,a series of fluorescent probes for biothiols were developed using dicyanoisophorone derivatives as fluorophores known for their excellent optical properties,and carboxylic esters as recognition units.A parallel synthesis and rapid screening strategy was employed to construct and optimize these probes.By introducing trifluoromethyl and benzothiazole groups into the fluorophore,the emission wavelength was successfully shifted into the near-infrared region.Additionally,various trifluoromethyl-substituted aromatic and nitrogen heterocyclic compounds were incorporated to optimize the carboxylic esters,thereby improving the probes' reactivity and lipophilicity.Systematic evaluation of the physicochemical characteristics,and optical performance led to the identification of DCIBT-11 as the most promising candidate.DCI-BT-11 demonstrated excellent BBB permeability and a good response to biothiols both in vitro and in vivo.Notably,DCI-BT-11 was used for the first time to visualize biothiol flux and assess the therapeutic effects of the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine(NAC) in the brains of SCZ mouse models,offering new insights into the role of OS in the pathogenesis and treatment of SCZ.展开更多
Ferroptosis has exhibited great potential in therapies and intracellular reducing agents of sulfur species(RSSs) in the thiol-dependent redox systems are crucial in ferroptosis.This makes the simultaneous detection of...Ferroptosis has exhibited great potential in therapies and intracellular reducing agents of sulfur species(RSSs) in the thiol-dependent redox systems are crucial in ferroptosis.This makes the simultaneous detection of multiple RSSs significant for evaluating ferroptosis therapy.However,the traditional techniques,including fluorescent(FL) imaging and electrospray ionization-based mass spectrometry(MS) detection,cannot achieve the discrimination of different RSSs.Herein,simultaneous MS detection of multiple RSSs,including cysteine(Cys),homocysteine(Hcy),glutathione(GSH) and hydrogen sulfide(H_(2)S),was obtained upon enhancing ionization efficiency by a fluorescent probe(NBD-O-1).Based on the interaction between NBD-O-1 and RSSs,the complex of RSSs with a fragment of NBD-O-1 can be generated,which can be easily ionized for MS detection in the negative mode.Therefore,the intracellular RSSs can be well detected upon the incubation of He La cells with the probe of NBD-O-1,exhibiting the total RSS levels by the FL imaging and further providing expression of each RSS by enhanced MS detection.Furthermore,the RSSs during ferroptosis in He La cells have been evaluated using the present strategy,demonstrating the potential for ferroptosis examinations.This work has made an unconventional application of a fluorescent probe to enhance the detection of multiple RSSs by MS,providing significant molecular information for addressing the ferroptosis mechanism.展开更多
Fluorescent probes,with their superior optical properties and labeling versatility,have greatly advanced the visualization of intracellular molecules and subcellular structures.However,poor cytoplasmic delivery,caused...Fluorescent probes,with their superior optical properties and labeling versatility,have greatly advanced the visualization of intracellular molecules and subcellular structures.However,poor cytoplasmic delivery,caused by charge,size,or targeting groups,limits the effective use of many fluorescent probes in live cells.Recently,cell-penetrating peptides(CPPs)have emerged as efficient carriers,offering great potential for the cytoplasmic delivery of fluorescent probes in live cells.This review provides a comprehensive overview of CPPs as vehicles for probe delivery,outlining advances in their development,conjugation chemistries,and intracellular delivery mechanisms.Recent applications in live-cell imaging are highlighted and organized according to major CPP modification strategies,including sequence engineering,cyclization,hybrid design and enhancement by chemical reagents.Finally,the challenges that remain and the future outlook of this rapidly evolvingfield are discussed.展开更多
The detection of amino acid enantiomers holds significant importance in biomedical,chemical,food,and other fields.Traditional chiral recognition methods using fluorescent probes primarily rely on fluorescence intensit...The detection of amino acid enantiomers holds significant importance in biomedical,chemical,food,and other fields.Traditional chiral recognition methods using fluorescent probes primarily rely on fluorescence intensity changes,which can compromise accuracy and repeatability.In this study,we report a novel fluorescent probe(R)-Z1 that achieves effective enantioselective recognition of chiral amino acids in water by altering emission wavelengths(>60 nm).This water-soluble probe(R)-Z1 exhibits cyan or yellow-green luminescence upon interaction with amino acid enantiomers,enabling reliable chiral detection of 14 natural amino acids.It also allows for the determination of enantiomeric excess through monitoring changes in luminescent color.Additionally,a logic operation with two inputs and three outputs was constructed based on these optical properties.Notably,amino acid enantiomers were successfully detected via dual-channel analysis at both the food and cellular levels.This study provides a new dynamic luminescence-based tool for the accurate sensing and detection of amino acid enantiomers.展开更多
To address the challenge of low survival rates and limited data collection efficiency in current virtual probe deployments,which results from anomaly detection mechanisms in location-based service(LBS)applications,thi...To address the challenge of low survival rates and limited data collection efficiency in current virtual probe deployments,which results from anomaly detection mechanisms in location-based service(LBS)applications,this paper proposes a novel virtual probe deployment method based on user behavioral feature analysis.The core idea is to circumvent LBS anomaly detection by mimicking real-user behavior patterns.First,we design an automated data extraction algorithm that recognizes graphical user interface(GUI)elements to collect spatio-temporal behavior data.Then,by analyzing the automatically collected user data,we identify normal users’spatio-temporal patterns and extract their features such as high-activity time windows and spatial clustering characteristics.Subsequently,an antidetection scheduling strategy is developed,integrating spatial clustering optimization,load-balanced allocation,and time window control to generate probe scheduling schemes.Additionally,a self-correction mechanism based on an exponential backoff strategy is implemented to rectify anomalous behaviors andmaintain system stability.Experiments in real-world environments demonstrate that the proposed method significantly outperforms baseline methods in terms of both probe ban rate and task completion rate,while maintaining high time efficiency.This study provides a more reliable and clandestine solution for geosocial data collection and lays the foundation for building more robust virtual probe systems.展开更多
Sulfur dioxide(SO_(2)) and its derivatives have been recognized as harmful environmental pollutants.However,they are often produced during the processing of traditional Chinese medicines,potentially compromising the q...Sulfur dioxide(SO_(2)) and its derivatives have been recognized as harmful environmental pollutants.However,they are often produced during the processing of traditional Chinese medicines,potentially compromising the quality of these medicinal materials and contributing to various health issues.Due to a lack of effective monitoring and imaging tools,the physiological effects of excessive SO_(2) residues in traditional Chinese medicine remain unclear.Therefore,developing a rapid and effective tool for detecting SO_(2) is crucial for understanding its metabolic pathways and effects in vivo.In this study,we developed a near infrared(NIR) and ratiometric fluorescent probe,NIR-RS,which exhibits high sensitivity,selectivity,and rapid response for SO_(2) detection.Notably,NIR-RS accurately quantifies SO_(2) contents in Pinelliae rhizoma(P.rhizoma) samples,with recovery rates from 98.46 % to 102.40 %,and relative standard deviations(RSDs)< 5.0 %.For bioimaging applications,NIR-RS has low cytotoxicity and good mitochondrial-targeting ability,making it suitable for imaging exogenous and endogenous SO_(2) in mitochondria.Additionally,NIR-RS was successfully applied to image SO_(2) content of P.rhizoma samples within cells,revealing that high SO_(2) residue elevated mitochondria adenosine triphosphate(ATP) content,these findings reveal that P.rhizoma with excessive SO_(2) can affect the organism's growth mechanisms through alterations in ATP pathways.In vivo,SO_(2) was found to predominantly accumulate in the liver following gavage with P.rhizoma solution,with accumulation levels increasing in proportion to SO_(2) residue concentration.High SO_(2) concentrations in P.rhizoma can cause pulmonary fibrosis and gastric mucosal damage.This work provides a valuable tool for regulating SO_(2) content in P.rhizoma and may help researcher better understand the metabolism of SO_(2) derivatives and explore their physiological roles in biological systems.展开更多
文摘随着对于大规模人群聚集活动的监控需求日益凸显,基于Wi-Fi的人群密度监测技术逐渐应用于公共安全管理,但其受限于RSSI(received signal strength indicator)的显著波动性与MAC地址匿名化造成的个体识别困难,特别在高密度场景下,其估计精度与稳定性仍难以保障。对此,提出一种抗随机性的Wi-Fi探针数据人群密度估计方法,通过设计一种基于时间窗的累计RSSI计算策略,利用局部建模构建区域密度映射关系,捕捉区域人群的动态变化,实现了复杂环境下稳定人群密度估计。所提方法在米级精度上分别取得了0.9723的整体准确率和0.8974的高密度场景准确率,实验结果表明其性能良好,具备跨场景推广的理论潜力与良好的泛用性。
基金the PICTO project(RFCR-CT-2018-800711)funded by the European Research Fund for Coal and Steel(RFCS)and the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education(W93/FBWiS/2018).
文摘The research presented in this paper aimed to analyze the evolution of fractures in strata in relation to the progress of longwall mining.To achieve this objective,an introscopic probe equipped with a highresolution camera was developed,along with additional equipment that enables continuous recording of the internal surfaces of drainage boreholes exceeding 100 m in depth.The probe was utilized to test two methane drainage boreholes in the Z-3b longwall,which operates within the 501/3 coal seam of the Jankowice mine in Poland.Automatic image analysis methods were applied to evaluate the recorded images,based on a newly developed classificationsystem for fractures categorized by size and number.The results were compared with an analysis of changes in the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes,which correlated with longwall mining progress.A strong correlation was observed between the number of fractures and the lithology of the strata layers.The largest number of fractures and their evolution were recorded in the coal layers,followed by the shale layers,while the sandstone layers exhibited the least number of fractures.Based on parallel measurements of the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes during the progress of longwall mining,the extent of the strata's fracture zone was determined to range from 6 m to 36 m.Within the fracture zone,the strata are highly fractured,which leads to an increase in methane emissions through seepage and diffusion processes.
基金supported by the Starting growth Technological R&D Program(TIPS Program,RS-2024-00468327)funded by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups(MSS,Korea)in 2024 and National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)grant funded by the Korea government(MSIT)(Nos.2023R1A2C300453411 and RS2024-00411069),Glocal University 30 project(Molecular Imaging Center,POSTECH).
文摘Cell-selective fluorescent probes have emerged as essential tools for live-cell imaging,enabling the differentiation of specific cell types within complex biological systems.Unlike traditional antibody-based methods that target extracellular proteins,small-molecule probes can access intracellular environments and exploit diverse biochemical features for selective retention or activation.This perspective categorizes the mechanisms of cell selectivity into five principal strategies:Protein-oriented,carbohydrate-oriented,lipid-oriented,gating-oriented,and metabolism-oriented live-cell distinctions.Each class capitalizes on a unique cellular trait ranging from protein expression and membrane composition to transporter activity and metabolic enzyme presence.We discuss representative examples of each mechanism,outline a decision-tree workflow for elucidating a new probe's mode of action,and highlight how understanding these mechanisms is critical for both basic biological research and therapeutic probe design.Looking ahead,the development of such mechanism-informed cell-specific probes holds promise for advancing precision cell targeting in biomedical applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.22177025,21807021,22177026)the Science Fund for Creative Research Groups of the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province (No.B2021201038)+1 种基金the Foundation of Hebei University (No.050001-513300201004)the Director’s Foundation of the Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis,Ministry of Education,Hebei University (No.MCMDZR2024003)。
文摘Schizophrenia(SCZ) is a severe mental disorder with an unclear pathogenesis.Increasing evidence suggests that oxidative stress(OS) may contribute to the neuropathological processes underlying SCZ.Biothiols,key endogenous antioxidants,have been proposed as potential biomarkers for the disease.However,due to the presence of the blood-brain barrier(BBB),fluorescent probes are rarely used to image biothiols in the brain of SCZ models.In this study,a series of fluorescent probes for biothiols were developed using dicyanoisophorone derivatives as fluorophores known for their excellent optical properties,and carboxylic esters as recognition units.A parallel synthesis and rapid screening strategy was employed to construct and optimize these probes.By introducing trifluoromethyl and benzothiazole groups into the fluorophore,the emission wavelength was successfully shifted into the near-infrared region.Additionally,various trifluoromethyl-substituted aromatic and nitrogen heterocyclic compounds were incorporated to optimize the carboxylic esters,thereby improving the probes' reactivity and lipophilicity.Systematic evaluation of the physicochemical characteristics,and optical performance led to the identification of DCIBT-11 as the most promising candidate.DCI-BT-11 demonstrated excellent BBB permeability and a good response to biothiols both in vitro and in vivo.Notably,DCI-BT-11 was used for the first time to visualize biothiol flux and assess the therapeutic effects of the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine(NAC) in the brains of SCZ mouse models,offering new insights into the role of OS in the pathogenesis and treatment of SCZ.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (No.2024YFA1509600)National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.22474010 and 22274012)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (No.2233300007)。
文摘Ferroptosis has exhibited great potential in therapies and intracellular reducing agents of sulfur species(RSSs) in the thiol-dependent redox systems are crucial in ferroptosis.This makes the simultaneous detection of multiple RSSs significant for evaluating ferroptosis therapy.However,the traditional techniques,including fluorescent(FL) imaging and electrospray ionization-based mass spectrometry(MS) detection,cannot achieve the discrimination of different RSSs.Herein,simultaneous MS detection of multiple RSSs,including cysteine(Cys),homocysteine(Hcy),glutathione(GSH) and hydrogen sulfide(H_(2)S),was obtained upon enhancing ionization efficiency by a fluorescent probe(NBD-O-1).Based on the interaction between NBD-O-1 and RSSs,the complex of RSSs with a fragment of NBD-O-1 can be generated,which can be easily ionized for MS detection in the negative mode.Therefore,the intracellular RSSs can be well detected upon the incubation of He La cells with the probe of NBD-O-1,exhibiting the total RSS levels by the FL imaging and further providing expression of each RSS by enhanced MS detection.Furthermore,the RSSs during ferroptosis in He La cells have been evaluated using the present strategy,demonstrating the potential for ferroptosis examinations.This work has made an unconventional application of a fluorescent probe to enhance the detection of multiple RSSs by MS,providing significant molecular information for addressing the ferroptosis mechanism.
基金supported by the following grants:National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.92354305 and 32271428),National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFC3401100)Young Talent Program of Hubei Provincial Health Commission(WJ2025Q037)+1 种基金Interdisciplinary Research Program of HUST(Grant No.2023JCY5045)Director Fund of WNLO.
文摘Fluorescent probes,with their superior optical properties and labeling versatility,have greatly advanced the visualization of intracellular molecules and subcellular structures.However,poor cytoplasmic delivery,caused by charge,size,or targeting groups,limits the effective use of many fluorescent probes in live cells.Recently,cell-penetrating peptides(CPPs)have emerged as efficient carriers,offering great potential for the cytoplasmic delivery of fluorescent probes in live cells.This review provides a comprehensive overview of CPPs as vehicles for probe delivery,outlining advances in their development,conjugation chemistries,and intracellular delivery mechanisms.Recent applications in live-cell imaging are highlighted and organized according to major CPP modification strategies,including sequence engineering,cyclization,hybrid design and enhancement by chemical reagents.Finally,the challenges that remain and the future outlook of this rapidly evolvingfield are discussed.
基金the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22377097,22307036,22074114)Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province of China(Nos.2020CFB623,2021CFB556)Engineering Research Center of Phosphorus Resources Development and Utilization of Ministry of Education(No.LCX202305)。
文摘The detection of amino acid enantiomers holds significant importance in biomedical,chemical,food,and other fields.Traditional chiral recognition methods using fluorescent probes primarily rely on fluorescence intensity changes,which can compromise accuracy and repeatability.In this study,we report a novel fluorescent probe(R)-Z1 that achieves effective enantioselective recognition of chiral amino acids in water by altering emission wavelengths(>60 nm).This water-soluble probe(R)-Z1 exhibits cyan or yellow-green luminescence upon interaction with amino acid enantiomers,enabling reliable chiral detection of 14 natural amino acids.It also allows for the determination of enantiomeric excess through monitoring changes in luminescent color.Additionally,a logic operation with two inputs and three outputs was constructed based on these optical properties.Notably,amino acid enantiomers were successfully detected via dual-channel analysis at both the food and cellular levels.This study provides a new dynamic luminescence-based tool for the accurate sensing and detection of amino acid enantiomers.
基金supported by theNationalNatural Science Foundation of China(No.U23A20305)National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3102900)+1 种基金Innovation Scientists and Technicians Troop Construction Projects of Henan Province,China(No.254000510007)Key Research and Development Project of Henan Province(No.221111321200).
文摘To address the challenge of low survival rates and limited data collection efficiency in current virtual probe deployments,which results from anomaly detection mechanisms in location-based service(LBS)applications,this paper proposes a novel virtual probe deployment method based on user behavioral feature analysis.The core idea is to circumvent LBS anomaly detection by mimicking real-user behavior patterns.First,we design an automated data extraction algorithm that recognizes graphical user interface(GUI)elements to collect spatio-temporal behavior data.Then,by analyzing the automatically collected user data,we identify normal users’spatio-temporal patterns and extract their features such as high-activity time windows and spatial clustering characteristics.Subsequently,an antidetection scheduling strategy is developed,integrating spatial clustering optimization,load-balanced allocation,and time window control to generate probe scheduling schemes.Additionally,a self-correction mechanism based on an exponential backoff strategy is implemented to rectify anomalous behaviors andmaintain system stability.Experiments in real-world environments demonstrate that the proposed method significantly outperforms baseline methods in terms of both probe ban rate and task completion rate,while maintaining high time efficiency.This study provides a more reliable and clandestine solution for geosocial data collection and lays the foundation for building more robust virtual probe systems.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province (Nos.2023AFB376 and 2024AFD287)National Key Research and Development Program (No.2023YFC3503804)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.22077044)。
文摘Sulfur dioxide(SO_(2)) and its derivatives have been recognized as harmful environmental pollutants.However,they are often produced during the processing of traditional Chinese medicines,potentially compromising the quality of these medicinal materials and contributing to various health issues.Due to a lack of effective monitoring and imaging tools,the physiological effects of excessive SO_(2) residues in traditional Chinese medicine remain unclear.Therefore,developing a rapid and effective tool for detecting SO_(2) is crucial for understanding its metabolic pathways and effects in vivo.In this study,we developed a near infrared(NIR) and ratiometric fluorescent probe,NIR-RS,which exhibits high sensitivity,selectivity,and rapid response for SO_(2) detection.Notably,NIR-RS accurately quantifies SO_(2) contents in Pinelliae rhizoma(P.rhizoma) samples,with recovery rates from 98.46 % to 102.40 %,and relative standard deviations(RSDs)< 5.0 %.For bioimaging applications,NIR-RS has low cytotoxicity and good mitochondrial-targeting ability,making it suitable for imaging exogenous and endogenous SO_(2) in mitochondria.Additionally,NIR-RS was successfully applied to image SO_(2) content of P.rhizoma samples within cells,revealing that high SO_(2) residue elevated mitochondria adenosine triphosphate(ATP) content,these findings reveal that P.rhizoma with excessive SO_(2) can affect the organism's growth mechanisms through alterations in ATP pathways.In vivo,SO_(2) was found to predominantly accumulate in the liver following gavage with P.rhizoma solution,with accumulation levels increasing in proportion to SO_(2) residue concentration.High SO_(2) concentrations in P.rhizoma can cause pulmonary fibrosis and gastric mucosal damage.This work provides a valuable tool for regulating SO_(2) content in P.rhizoma and may help researcher better understand the metabolism of SO_(2) derivatives and explore their physiological roles in biological systems.