猫疱疹病毒I型(FHV-1)是威胁猫科动物健康的重要传染性疾病,本研究旨在研发一种灵敏、高效的FHV-1检测技术。依据GenBank上FHV-1 US6保守区域的基因序列,设计合成1对针对FHV-1 gD基因的引物,建立了一种SYBR Green I荧光定量PCR的检测方...猫疱疹病毒I型(FHV-1)是威胁猫科动物健康的重要传染性疾病,本研究旨在研发一种灵敏、高效的FHV-1检测技术。依据GenBank上FHV-1 US6保守区域的基因序列,设计合成1对针对FHV-1 gD基因的引物,建立了一种SYBR Green I荧光定量PCR的检测方法,构建标准曲线后分别验证该方法的特异性、敏感性、重复性,并将其进一步应用于人工感染猫产生的临床样本检测。结果:该特异性引物与猫杯状病毒(FCV)、猫细小病毒(FPV)和猫冠状病毒(FCoV)均未出现交叉反应,检测下限为14.78 copies/μL,组内和组间重复试验的变异系数均低于2%;该方法对临床样本的检出率比常规PCR高出25.46%;通过该方法检测人工感染FHV-1强毒后猫的每日排毒量,结果呈现上升趋势,与临床发病程度相符,猫的脏器病毒载量存在个体差异,但集中在心脏、肺脏、肠道和膀胱中检出。综上,该研究建立的SYBR Green I荧光定量PCR方法对FHV-1具有较好的特异性、灵敏度和重复性,为FHV-1感染的快速诊断以及疾病的防控提供方法支持。展开更多
Green transplant refers to the realization of the importance of understanding and improving the environmental footprint of transplantation through sustainable practices.This involves assessing the entire transplantati...Green transplant refers to the realization of the importance of understanding and improving the environmental footprint of transplantation through sustainable practices.This involves assessing the entire transplantation process including preoperative evaluation,donation,organ and patient transportation,surgery,postoperative recovery,and follow-up.This is a topic that has not been fully addressed yet,but its importance is being increasingly appreciated in surgery.The aim of this study was to investigate the carbon footprint associated with transplantation and propose sustainable mitigating solutions.A comprehensive review of the existing literature on transplantation was conducted and supplemented with findings from the broader fields of surgical and perioperative care,given the scarcity of available data.The analysis identified the most involved environmental factors and attempted to offer practical solutions based on current sustainability practices.Notably,no study has yet examined the carbon footprint associated with the entire transplantation procedure.Only five studies have attempted to assess the environmental impact of kidney or liver transplants,but they focused,almost explicitly,on specific steps of the process.By employing an extrapolative methodology from the broader surgical field,we determined that the primary contributors to the environmental impact of transplantation are energy,consumables and materials,anesthesia and pharmaceuticals,transportation,and water.This review offers practical solutions utilizing the 5R framework,emphasizing sustainability to ensure transplantation remains clinically and environmentally relevant.展开更多
Atrazine,a persistent triazine herbicide,poses environmental and health risks.This study examines the synergis-tic remediation of atrazine-contaminated soil using green manure plant(GMP)hairy vetch(Vicia villosa Roth,...Atrazine,a persistent triazine herbicide,poses environmental and health risks.This study examines the synergis-tic remediation of atrazine-contaminated soil using green manure plant(GMP)hairy vetch(Vicia villosa Roth,VV)and the exogenous atrazine-degrading bacterium Arthrobacter sp.ATR1.Soil samples contaminated with atrazine at 5 and 20 mg/kg were treated with control(CK),ATR1(CKatr),hairy vetch(VV),and combined hairy vetch and ATR1 remediation(VVatr).The results indicated that the VVatr treatment exhibited the most effective atrazine removal,achieving enhancements of 56.12%at 5 mg/kg and 54.51%at 20 mg/kg compared to CK after 28 days.Soil enzyme activities,including urease,sucrase,and alkaline phosphatase,were significantly elevated in the VV and VVatr treatments,contributing to improved soil quality.Additionally,the CKatr,VV,and VVatr treat-ments enhanced bacterial diversity and richness while altering the microbial community structure.The VV and VVatr treatments notably enriched indigenous atrazine-degrading bacteria and nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the rhizosphere.This microbial enrichment upregulated the Atrazine degradation and Nitrogen metabolism pathways,facilitating both atrazine removal and nitrogen cycling in the soil.And VVatr treatment promoted the stability of the microbial network and enhanced the cooperative relationship between key indigenous atrazine-degrading and nitrogen-fixing bacteria.These findings explain the mechanism of plantmicrobe combined remediation of atrazine-contaminated soil from the perspective of rhizosphere microorganisms and offer a theoretical basis for the practical application of this method.展开更多
Cellulose frameworks have emerged as promising materials for light management due to their exceptional light-scattering capabilities and sustainable nature.Conventional biomass-derived cellulose frameworks face a fund...Cellulose frameworks have emerged as promising materials for light management due to their exceptional light-scattering capabilities and sustainable nature.Conventional biomass-derived cellulose frameworks face a fundamental trade-off between haze and transparency,coupled with impractical thicknesses(≥1 mm).Inspired by squid’s skin-peeling mechanism,this work develops a peroxyformic acid(HCOOOH)-enabled precision peeling strategy to isolate intact 10-μm-thick bamboo green(BG)frameworks—100×thinner than wood-based counterparts while achieving an unprecedented optical performance(88%haze with 80%transparency).This performance surpasses delignified biomass(transparency<40%at 1 mm)and matches engineered cellulose composites,yet requires no energy-intensive nanofibrillation.The preserved native cellulose I crystalline structure(64.76%crystallinity)and wax-coated uniaxial fibril alignment(Hermans factor:0.23)contribute to high mechanical strength(903 MPa modulus)and broadband light scattering.As a light-management layer in polycrystalline silicon solar cells,the BG framework boosts photoelectric conversion efficiency by 0.41%absolute(18.74%→19.15%),outperforming synthetic anti-reflective coatings.The work establishes a scalable,waste-to-wealth route for optical-grade cellulose materials in next-generation optoelectronics.展开更多
To deal with a polluted by-product of coal production,central China’s Shanxi Province has explored a governance path that addresses both the symptoms and root causes.
Can the sharing economy contribute to urban sustainability?This study explores this question using the staggered entry of bike-sharing platforms across Chinese cities as a quasi-natural experiment.Drawing on 2015-2017...Can the sharing economy contribute to urban sustainability?This study explores this question using the staggered entry of bike-sharing platforms across Chinese cities as a quasi-natural experiment.Drawing on 2015-2017 city characteristics panel data and monthly CO_(2) emission records,we employ a staggered difference-in-differences(DID)model to assess the impact of bike-sharing on per capita urban CO_(2) emissions.The results show that bike-sharing platforms significantly cut emissions by replacing high-carbon transport and boosting public adoption of shared bikes.This effect is more potent in cities with less stringent environmental enforcement,more advanced digital economies,greater technological innovation,and where two platforms jointly entered.By elucidating the mechanisms underlying bike-sharing’s carbon-reduction potential,this study highlights its role in urban sustainability.It offers policy insights for leveraging shared mobility to reduce city carbon emissions.展开更多
This study examined the role of green energy development in mitigating climate change and fostering sustainable development in Central Asia including Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan,Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan,and Turkmenistan.The re...This study examined the role of green energy development in mitigating climate change and fostering sustainable development in Central Asia including Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan,Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan,and Turkmenistan.The region has substantial untapped potential in solar energy,wind energy,hydropower energy,as well as biomass and bioenergy,positioning it strategically for renewable energy deployment.The result demonstrated that integrating renewable energy can reduce greenhouse gas emissions,improve air quality,enhance energy security,and support rural development.Case studies from Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan,Kyrgyzstan,and Tajikistan showed measurable environmental and economic benefits.However,the large-scale use of renewable energy still faces numerous barriers,including outdated infrastructure,fragmented regulatory frameworks,limited investment,and shortages of technical expertise.Overcoming these obstacles requires institutional reform,stronger regional cooperation,and increasing engagement from international financial institutions and private investors.Modernizing grids,deploying storage systems,and investing in education,research,and innovation are critical for building human capacity in renewable energy sector.Accelerating the renewable energy transition is essential for Central Asia to meet climate goals,enhance environmental resilience,and ensure long-term socioeconomic development through innovation,investment,and regional collaboration.展开更多
The widespread proliferation of modern wireless devices coupled with overlapping power emissions has brought about electromagnetic(EM)pollution issues,posing many challenges to environment and human health.Therefore,t...The widespread proliferation of modern wireless devices coupled with overlapping power emissions has brought about electromagnetic(EM)pollution issues,posing many challenges to environment and human health.Therefore,the development of EM shielding devices with high green shielding index(gs)is essential,as they offer absorption-dominant protection that minimizes reflections and safeguards both health and electronics.MXene,with its intrinsic ultra-high electrical conductivity,liquid-phase tunable surface chemistry,low density,large specific surface area,thermal stability,and mechanical stability,has become the leading two-dimensional(2D)material driving the development of green EM shielding devices.In this review we emphasize device-level strategies with engineered architectures for MXene-based green EM shielding.We first examine MXene’s crystal and electronic structure and the fundamental attenuation mechanisms in MXene-based devices.Then we survey fabrication and assembly methods,analyzing three device-level strategies for MXene-based green EM shielded devices:3D architectures,metastructure/meta-surfaces,and external stimulus.Throughout,we highlight how MXene’s distinguished properties enable green EM interference(EMI)shielding devices that minimize secondary interference.Finally,we discuss the challenges faced in the effective utilization of MXene-based in green EM shielding devices,provide insights into these challenges,and offer guidelines for developing the solutions of next-generation green MXene-based EM shielding devices.展开更多
Over the past ten years,numerous papers have been published on the use of indocyanine green(ICG)fluorescence in liver surgery for hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC).There are many different applications.The first involves ...Over the past ten years,numerous papers have been published on the use of indocyanine green(ICG)fluorescence in liver surgery for hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC).There are many different applications.The first involves targeting superficial tumors in patients with macronodular cirrhosis and an irregular liver surface.In a minimally invasive setting,the lack of tactile feedback on the hepatic surface makes detecting subcapsular HCC with ultrasound alone challenging.ICG fusion images can mimic the tactile feedback of the hand and act as an ultrasound booster.ICG fluorescence can be used to evaluate tumor residues after minimally invasive thermal ablation.ICG fluorescence imaging can also be used to identify the grade of HCC early on and evaluate the microinvasive component.展开更多
Existing evidence suggests residential greenness is beneficial to human,while no research to date explored the associations of greenness with age-related macular degeneration(AMD).To evaluate the association of greenn...Existing evidence suggests residential greenness is beneficial to human,while no research to date explored the associations of greenness with age-related macular degeneration(AMD).To evaluate the association of greenness with AMD,modification and mediation effect of air pollution,we conducted this prospective study.We con-structed weighted quantile sum(WQS)index as co-exposure to nitrogen oxides(NO_(x)),particulate matter<2.5μm(PM_(2.5)),particulate matter<10μm(PM10).Stratified Cox regression models were applied to test the effect of exposure.Effect modification of air pollution was assessed.Stratified Cox models through the indirect method and Aalen additive risk models were used in mediation analysis.Over median follow-up of 11.67 years,4596 AMD events were ascertained.Hazard ratios(HRs)and 95%confidence intervals(95%CIs)of incident AMD for pollution per interquartile range(IQR)increment were 1.10(1.04–1.16)for nitrogen dioxide(NO_(2)),1.09(1.03–1.15)for NO_(x),1.14(1.05–1.24)for PM_(2.5),1.13(1.05–1.21)for PM10.The HR(95%CI)of AMD associated with greenness 1000 m buffer per IQR increment was 0.91(0.86–0.97),300 m buffer was 0.94(0.89–0.99).The as-sociation between greenness 1000 m and AMD was 28.59%,44.77%,35.59%,32.31%and 27.08%mediated by the decreased WQS index,NO_(2),NO_(x),PM_(2.5) and PM10,respectively.Increased greenness was associated with lower AMD incidence,and air pollution partly mediate it,which implies that interventions aimed at improving air quality and increasing greenness could have a dual benefit in mitigating AMD risk.展开更多
文摘猫疱疹病毒I型(FHV-1)是威胁猫科动物健康的重要传染性疾病,本研究旨在研发一种灵敏、高效的FHV-1检测技术。依据GenBank上FHV-1 US6保守区域的基因序列,设计合成1对针对FHV-1 gD基因的引物,建立了一种SYBR Green I荧光定量PCR的检测方法,构建标准曲线后分别验证该方法的特异性、敏感性、重复性,并将其进一步应用于人工感染猫产生的临床样本检测。结果:该特异性引物与猫杯状病毒(FCV)、猫细小病毒(FPV)和猫冠状病毒(FCoV)均未出现交叉反应,检测下限为14.78 copies/μL,组内和组间重复试验的变异系数均低于2%;该方法对临床样本的检出率比常规PCR高出25.46%;通过该方法检测人工感染FHV-1强毒后猫的每日排毒量,结果呈现上升趋势,与临床发病程度相符,猫的脏器病毒载量存在个体差异,但集中在心脏、肺脏、肠道和膀胱中检出。综上,该研究建立的SYBR Green I荧光定量PCR方法对FHV-1具有较好的特异性、灵敏度和重复性,为FHV-1感染的快速诊断以及疾病的防控提供方法支持。
文摘Green transplant refers to the realization of the importance of understanding and improving the environmental footprint of transplantation through sustainable practices.This involves assessing the entire transplantation process including preoperative evaluation,donation,organ and patient transportation,surgery,postoperative recovery,and follow-up.This is a topic that has not been fully addressed yet,but its importance is being increasingly appreciated in surgery.The aim of this study was to investigate the carbon footprint associated with transplantation and propose sustainable mitigating solutions.A comprehensive review of the existing literature on transplantation was conducted and supplemented with findings from the broader fields of surgical and perioperative care,given the scarcity of available data.The analysis identified the most involved environmental factors and attempted to offer practical solutions based on current sustainability practices.Notably,no study has yet examined the carbon footprint associated with the entire transplantation procedure.Only five studies have attempted to assess the environmental impact of kidney or liver transplants,but they focused,almost explicitly,on specific steps of the process.By employing an extrapolative methodology from the broader surgical field,we determined that the primary contributors to the environmental impact of transplantation are energy,consumables and materials,anesthesia and pharmaceuticals,transportation,and water.This review offers practical solutions utilizing the 5R framework,emphasizing sustainability to ensure transplantation remains clinically and environmentally relevant.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2024YFD1701101)the Fund for Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDA28010503)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31971515)the Fund for National Key Research and Development Plan of China(No.2019YFC1804100)the Fund for Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Program of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences(No.CAAS-ZDRW202110).
文摘Atrazine,a persistent triazine herbicide,poses environmental and health risks.This study examines the synergis-tic remediation of atrazine-contaminated soil using green manure plant(GMP)hairy vetch(Vicia villosa Roth,VV)and the exogenous atrazine-degrading bacterium Arthrobacter sp.ATR1.Soil samples contaminated with atrazine at 5 and 20 mg/kg were treated with control(CK),ATR1(CKatr),hairy vetch(VV),and combined hairy vetch and ATR1 remediation(VVatr).The results indicated that the VVatr treatment exhibited the most effective atrazine removal,achieving enhancements of 56.12%at 5 mg/kg and 54.51%at 20 mg/kg compared to CK after 28 days.Soil enzyme activities,including urease,sucrase,and alkaline phosphatase,were significantly elevated in the VV and VVatr treatments,contributing to improved soil quality.Additionally,the CKatr,VV,and VVatr treat-ments enhanced bacterial diversity and richness while altering the microbial community structure.The VV and VVatr treatments notably enriched indigenous atrazine-degrading bacteria and nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the rhizosphere.This microbial enrichment upregulated the Atrazine degradation and Nitrogen metabolism pathways,facilitating both atrazine removal and nitrogen cycling in the soil.And VVatr treatment promoted the stability of the microbial network and enhanced the cooperative relationship between key indigenous atrazine-degrading and nitrogen-fixing bacteria.These findings explain the mechanism of plantmicrobe combined remediation of atrazine-contaminated soil from the perspective of rhizosphere microorganisms and offer a theoretical basis for the practical application of this method.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(32494793).
文摘Cellulose frameworks have emerged as promising materials for light management due to their exceptional light-scattering capabilities and sustainable nature.Conventional biomass-derived cellulose frameworks face a fundamental trade-off between haze and transparency,coupled with impractical thicknesses(≥1 mm).Inspired by squid’s skin-peeling mechanism,this work develops a peroxyformic acid(HCOOOH)-enabled precision peeling strategy to isolate intact 10-μm-thick bamboo green(BG)frameworks—100×thinner than wood-based counterparts while achieving an unprecedented optical performance(88%haze with 80%transparency).This performance surpasses delignified biomass(transparency<40%at 1 mm)and matches engineered cellulose composites,yet requires no energy-intensive nanofibrillation.The preserved native cellulose I crystalline structure(64.76%crystallinity)and wax-coated uniaxial fibril alignment(Hermans factor:0.23)contribute to high mechanical strength(903 MPa modulus)and broadband light scattering.As a light-management layer in polycrystalline silicon solar cells,the BG framework boosts photoelectric conversion efficiency by 0.41%absolute(18.74%→19.15%),outperforming synthetic anti-reflective coatings.The work establishes a scalable,waste-to-wealth route for optical-grade cellulose materials in next-generation optoelectronics.
文摘To deal with a polluted by-product of coal production,central China’s Shanxi Province has explored a governance path that addresses both the symptoms and root causes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(Grant No.72372048)the“Young Top-Notch Talent”Cultivation Program of Hubei Province.
文摘Can the sharing economy contribute to urban sustainability?This study explores this question using the staggered entry of bike-sharing platforms across Chinese cities as a quasi-natural experiment.Drawing on 2015-2017 city characteristics panel data and monthly CO_(2) emission records,we employ a staggered difference-in-differences(DID)model to assess the impact of bike-sharing on per capita urban CO_(2) emissions.The results show that bike-sharing platforms significantly cut emissions by replacing high-carbon transport and boosting public adoption of shared bikes.This effect is more potent in cities with less stringent environmental enforcement,more advanced digital economies,greater technological innovation,and where two platforms jointly entered.By elucidating the mechanisms underlying bike-sharing’s carbon-reduction potential,this study highlights its role in urban sustainability.It offers policy insights for leveraging shared mobility to reduce city carbon emissions.
文摘This study examined the role of green energy development in mitigating climate change and fostering sustainable development in Central Asia including Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan,Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan,and Turkmenistan.The region has substantial untapped potential in solar energy,wind energy,hydropower energy,as well as biomass and bioenergy,positioning it strategically for renewable energy deployment.The result demonstrated that integrating renewable energy can reduce greenhouse gas emissions,improve air quality,enhance energy security,and support rural development.Case studies from Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan,Kyrgyzstan,and Tajikistan showed measurable environmental and economic benefits.However,the large-scale use of renewable energy still faces numerous barriers,including outdated infrastructure,fragmented regulatory frameworks,limited investment,and shortages of technical expertise.Overcoming these obstacles requires institutional reform,stronger regional cooperation,and increasing engagement from international financial institutions and private investors.Modernizing grids,deploying storage systems,and investing in education,research,and innovation are critical for building human capacity in renewable energy sector.Accelerating the renewable energy transition is essential for Central Asia to meet climate goals,enhance environmental resilience,and ensure long-term socioeconomic development through innovation,investment,and regional collaboration.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62304020)supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFB3811300)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52202370).
文摘The widespread proliferation of modern wireless devices coupled with overlapping power emissions has brought about electromagnetic(EM)pollution issues,posing many challenges to environment and human health.Therefore,the development of EM shielding devices with high green shielding index(gs)is essential,as they offer absorption-dominant protection that minimizes reflections and safeguards both health and electronics.MXene,with its intrinsic ultra-high electrical conductivity,liquid-phase tunable surface chemistry,low density,large specific surface area,thermal stability,and mechanical stability,has become the leading two-dimensional(2D)material driving the development of green EM shielding devices.In this review we emphasize device-level strategies with engineered architectures for MXene-based green EM shielding.We first examine MXene’s crystal and electronic structure and the fundamental attenuation mechanisms in MXene-based devices.Then we survey fabrication and assembly methods,analyzing three device-level strategies for MXene-based green EM shielded devices:3D architectures,metastructure/meta-surfaces,and external stimulus.Throughout,we highlight how MXene’s distinguished properties enable green EM interference(EMI)shielding devices that minimize secondary interference.Finally,we discuss the challenges faced in the effective utilization of MXene-based in green EM shielding devices,provide insights into these challenges,and offer guidelines for developing the solutions of next-generation green MXene-based EM shielding devices.
文摘Over the past ten years,numerous papers have been published on the use of indocyanine green(ICG)fluorescence in liver surgery for hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC).There are many different applications.The first involves targeting superficial tumors in patients with macronodular cirrhosis and an irregular liver surface.In a minimally invasive setting,the lack of tactile feedback on the hepatic surface makes detecting subcapsular HCC with ultrasound alone challenging.ICG fusion images can mimic the tactile feedback of the hand and act as an ultrasound booster.ICG fluorescence can be used to evaluate tumor residues after minimally invasive thermal ablation.ICG fluorescence imaging can also be used to identify the grade of HCC early on and evaluate the microinvasive component.
基金supported by the High-level Talents Introduction Plan from Central South University(No.502045003)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42277438)Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation for Distinguished Young Scholars(No.2024JJ2082)to Fang Xiao,and the Postgraduate Independent Exploration and Innovation Project of Central South University,China(Nos.2024ZZTS0557 and 2023ZZTS0993)。
文摘Existing evidence suggests residential greenness is beneficial to human,while no research to date explored the associations of greenness with age-related macular degeneration(AMD).To evaluate the association of greenness with AMD,modification and mediation effect of air pollution,we conducted this prospective study.We con-structed weighted quantile sum(WQS)index as co-exposure to nitrogen oxides(NO_(x)),particulate matter<2.5μm(PM_(2.5)),particulate matter<10μm(PM10).Stratified Cox regression models were applied to test the effect of exposure.Effect modification of air pollution was assessed.Stratified Cox models through the indirect method and Aalen additive risk models were used in mediation analysis.Over median follow-up of 11.67 years,4596 AMD events were ascertained.Hazard ratios(HRs)and 95%confidence intervals(95%CIs)of incident AMD for pollution per interquartile range(IQR)increment were 1.10(1.04–1.16)for nitrogen dioxide(NO_(2)),1.09(1.03–1.15)for NO_(x),1.14(1.05–1.24)for PM_(2.5),1.13(1.05–1.21)for PM10.The HR(95%CI)of AMD associated with greenness 1000 m buffer per IQR increment was 0.91(0.86–0.97),300 m buffer was 0.94(0.89–0.99).The as-sociation between greenness 1000 m and AMD was 28.59%,44.77%,35.59%,32.31%and 27.08%mediated by the decreased WQS index,NO_(2),NO_(x),PM_(2.5) and PM10,respectively.Increased greenness was associated with lower AMD incidence,and air pollution partly mediate it,which implies that interventions aimed at improving air quality and increasing greenness could have a dual benefit in mitigating AMD risk.
