The adjustable parameters in the popular conductor-like screening model for real solvents(COSMO-RS)within the Amsterdam density functional(ADF)framework have been re-optimized to fit for the systems containing ionic l...The adjustable parameters in the popular conductor-like screening model for real solvents(COSMO-RS)within the Amsterdam density functional(ADF)framework have been re-optimized to fit for the systems containing ionic liquids(ILs).To get the optimal values of misfit energy constant a^0,hydrogen bond coefficient c_(hb)and effective contact surface area of a segment a_(eff),2283 activity coefficient data points at infinite dilution and 1433 CO_2 solubility data points exhaustively collected from references were used as training set.The average relative deviations(ARDs)of activity coefficients at infinite dilution and CO_2 solubility between experimental data and predicted values are 32.22%and17.61%,respectively,both of which are significantly lower than the original COSMO-RS versions.Predictions for other activity coefficients of solutes in ILs,solubility data of CO_2 in pure ILs and the binary mixtures of ILs at either high or low temperatures,and vapor–liquid equilibrium(VLE)for binary systems involving ILs have also been performed to demonstrate the validity of the parameterization of COSMO-RS model for ILs.The results showed that the predicted results by COSMO-RS model with the new optimized parameters are in much better agreement with experimental data than those by the original versions over a wide temperature and pressure range.The COSMO-RS model for ILs presented in this work improves the prediction accuracy of thermodynamic properties for the systems containing ILs,which is always highly desirable for general chemical engineers.展开更多
A suitable ionic liquid for methyl chloride drying experiment was screened out from 210 ionic liquids by COSMO-RS model.Moreover,the experimental mechanism of ionic liquids drying is further explained by the COSMO-RS ...A suitable ionic liquid for methyl chloride drying experiment was screened out from 210 ionic liquids by COSMO-RS model.Moreover,the experimental mechanism of ionic liquids drying is further explained by the COSMO-RS model,and it is further confirmed by analyzing the binding energy.The solubility of methyl chloride in[EMIM][BF4]and TEG and[EMIM][BF4]+H2O was completed,and the experimental results well proved the reliability of the UNIFAC-Lei model.The unknown interaction parameters were obtained through the solubility data of this work and the experimental data in the literatures.The methyl chloride drying experiment was completed in the laboratory,and the water content of the methyl chloride can be reduced to below 200 ppm.The simulation of the methyl chloride drying process using[EMIM][BF4]or TEG as absorbents was carried out by ASPEN software on an industrial scale.The final simulation results show that the[EMIM][BF4]drying process has lower energy consumption and better drying effect.展开更多
In this work, the COSMO-RS （conductor like screening model for real solvent） model algorithm was derived from the modified Rachford rice method. It could be more helpful to investigate the phase behavior of binary s...In this work, the COSMO-RS （conductor like screening model for real solvent） model algorithm was derived from the modified Rachford rice method. It could be more helpful to investigate the phase behavior of binary systems with the help of quantum chemical calculation at 6-31G＊ basis set. COSMO-RS was used to predict solubility of binary mixture involving non-ILs （ionic liquids）, and ILs systems are： benzyl ethylamine ＋ glycerol system （Type-Ⅰ）, nitro methane ＋ cyclohexane system （Type-Ⅱ）, dipropylamine ＋ water system （Type-Ⅲ）, 1,2-ethanediol ＋ thiophene system （Type-Ⅳ）, [1,2-DMIM] [salicylate] ＋ thiophene （Type-Ⅳ）, and [EMIM] [NO3] ＋ thiophene （Type-Ⅳ）. Totally 15 cations with 27 anions were used for generating 405 binary LLE （liquid liquid equilibrium） systems involving thiophene. However, the predicted COSMO-RS values are consisting with the reported experimental values. Furthermore, the immiscibility gap at 298.15 K was determined and compared for various ILs. It was found that l-butylpyrrolidinium, l-octylquinolinium, 1-octylpyridinium and 1-octyl-3-methylimidazolium based cations are most suitable for thiophene extraction from any liquid mixture.展开更多
将化工热力学溶液理论和化工流程模拟有机结合,设计了正己烷-甲基环戊烷萃取精馏计算型实验。通过类导体屏蔽电荷真实溶液模型(conductor-like screening model for real solvents,COSMO-RS)计算,基于溶解性、选择性指标筛选离子液体溶...将化工热力学溶液理论和化工流程模拟有机结合,设计了正己烷-甲基环戊烷萃取精馏计算型实验。通过类导体屏蔽电荷真实溶液模型(conductor-like screening model for real solvents,COSMO-RS)计算,基于溶解性、选择性指标筛选离子液体溶剂;通过量子化学计算及屏蔽电荷密度曲线分析溶剂和溶质分子相互作用,探究离子液体促进分离过程的机理;基于筛选的溶剂,利用Aspen Plus软件计算优化萃取分离工艺。该综合实验融合了化工热力学、化工原理和过程系统工程等专业课程内容,同时将学科理论知识与工程实践应用有机结合,强化了专业基本功训练,激发了研究兴趣,提升了创新能力。展开更多
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are neuroinflammatory demyelinating disorders that lead to permanent visual loss and motor dysfunction.To date,no effective treatment exists as the exact causative mechanism rem...Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are neuroinflammatory demyelinating disorders that lead to permanent visual loss and motor dysfunction.To date,no effective treatment exists as the exact causative mechanism remains unknown.Therefore,experimental models of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are essential for exploring its pathogenesis and in screening for therapeutic targets.Since most patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are seropositive for IgG autoantibodies against aquaporin-4,which is highly expressed on the membrane of astrocyte endfeet,most current experimental models are based on aquaporin-4-IgG that initially targets astrocytes.These experimental models have successfully simulated many pathological features of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders,such as aquaporin-4 loss,astrocytopathy,granulocyte and macrophage infiltration,complement activation,demyelination,and neuronal loss;however,they do not fully capture the pathological process of human neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders.In this review,we summarize the currently known pathogenic mechanisms and the development of associated experimental models in vitro,ex vivo,and in vivo for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders,suggest potential pathogenic mechanisms for further investigation,and provide guidance on experimental model choices.In addition,this review summarizes the latest information on pathologies and therapies for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders based on experimental models of aquaporin-4-IgG-seropositive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders,offering further therapeutic targets and a theoretical basis for clinical trials.展开更多
Rare neurological diseases,while individually are rare,collectively impact millions globally,leading to diverse and often severe neurological symptoms.Often attributed to genetic mutations that disrupt protein functio...Rare neurological diseases,while individually are rare,collectively impact millions globally,leading to diverse and often severe neurological symptoms.Often attributed to genetic mutations that disrupt protein function or structure,understanding their genetic basis is crucial for accurate diagnosis and targeted therapies.To investigate the underlying pathogenesis of these conditions,researchers often use non-mammalian model organisms,such as Drosophila(fruit flies),which is valued for their genetic manipulability,cost-efficiency,and preservation of genes and biological functions across evolutionary time.Genetic tools available in Drosophila,including CRISPR-Cas9,offer a means to manipulate gene expression,allowing for a deep exploration of the genetic underpinnings of rare neurological diseases.Drosophila boasts a versatile genetic toolkit,rapid generation turnover,and ease of large-scale experimentation,making it an invaluable resource for identifying potential drug candidates.Researchers can expose flies carrying disease-associated mutations to various compounds,rapidly pinpointing promising therapeutic agents for further investigation in mammalian models and,ultimately,clinical trials.In this comprehensive review,we explore rare neurological diseases where fly research has significantly contributed to our understanding of their genetic basis,pathophysiology,and potential therapeutic implications.We discuss rare diseases associated with both neuron-expressed and glial-expressed genes.Specific cases include mutations in CDK19 resulting in epilepsy and developmental delay,mutations in TIAM1 leading to a neurodevelopmental disorder with seizures and language delay,and mutations in IRF2BPL causing seizures,a neurodevelopmental disorder with regression,loss of speech,and abnormal movements.And we explore mutations in EMC1 related to cerebellar atrophy,visual impairment,psychomotor retardation,and gain-of-function mutations in ACOX1 causing Mitchell syndrome.Loss-of-function mutations in ACOX1 result in ACOX1 deficiency,characterized by very-long-chain fatty acid accumulation and glial degeneration.Notably,this review highlights how modeling these diseases in Drosophila has provided valuable insights into their pathophysiology,offering a platform for the rapid identification of potential therapeutic interventions.Rare neurological diseases involve a wide range of expression systems,and sometimes common phenotypes can be found among different genes that cause abnormalities in neurons or glia.Furthermore,mutations within the same gene may result in varying functional outcomes,such as complete loss of function,partial loss of function,or gain-of-function mutations.The phenotypes observed in patients can differ significantly,underscoring the complexity of these conditions.In conclusion,Drosophila represents an indispensable and cost-effective tool for investigating rare neurological diseases.By facilitating the modeling of these conditions,Drosophila contributes to a deeper understanding of their genetic basis,pathophysiology,and potential therapies.This approach accelerates the discovery of promising drug candidates,ultimately benefiting patients affected by these complex and understudied diseases.展开更多
To investigate the mechanisms underlying the onset and progression of ischemic stroke,some methods have been proposed that can simultaneously monitor and create embolisms in the animal cerebral cortex.However,these me...To investigate the mechanisms underlying the onset and progression of ischemic stroke,some methods have been proposed that can simultaneously monitor and create embolisms in the animal cerebral cortex.However,these methods often require complex systems and the effect of age on cerebral embolism has not been adequately studied,although ischemic stroke is strongly age-related.In this study,we propose an optical-resolution photoacoustic microscopy-based visualized photothrombosis methodology to create and monitor ischemic stroke in mice simultaneously using a 532 nm pulsed laser.We observed the molding process in mice of different ages and presented age-dependent vascular embolism differentiation.Moreover,we integrated optical coherence tomography angiography to investigate age-associated trends in cerebrovascular variability following a stroke.Our imaging data and quantitative analyses underscore the differential cerebrovascular responses to stroke in mice of different ages,thereby highlighting the technique's potential for evaluating cerebrovascular health and unraveling age-related mechanisms involved in ischemic strokes.展开更多
Spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy is a neurodegenerative disease caused by extended CAG trinucleotide repeats in the androgen receptor gene,which encodes a ligand-dependent transcription facto r.The mutant androgen r...Spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy is a neurodegenerative disease caused by extended CAG trinucleotide repeats in the androgen receptor gene,which encodes a ligand-dependent transcription facto r.The mutant androgen receptor protein,characterized by polyglutamine expansion,is prone to misfolding and forms aggregates in both the nucleus and cytoplasm in the brain in spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy patients.These aggregates alter protein-protein interactions and compromise transcriptional activity.In this study,we reported that in both cultured N2a cells and mouse brain,mutant androgen receptor with polyglutamine expansion causes reduced expression of mesencephalic astrocyte-de rived neurotrophic factor.Overexpressio n of mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor amelio rated the neurotoxicity of mutant androgen receptor through the inhibition of mutant androgen receptor aggregation.Conversely.knocking down endogenous mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor in the mouse brain exacerbated neuronal damage and mutant androgen receptor aggregation.Our findings suggest that inhibition of mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor expression by mutant androgen receptor is a potential mechanism underlying neurodegeneration in spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy.展开更多
1,5-Pentanediamine(PDA)produced by biological fermentation becomes popular,but the separation of PDA from the broth is a typical difficult problem.In this work,the performance of 200 ionic liquids(ILs),formed by combi...1,5-Pentanediamine(PDA)produced by biological fermentation becomes popular,but the separation of PDA from the broth is a typical difficult problem.In this work,the performance of 200 ionic liquids(ILs),formed by combining 25 cations and 8 anions,in the extraction of PDA from aqueous solution were evaluated using COSMO-RS model.The extraction mechanism was investigated with the help ofσ-profile and interaction energy analyses.Both the cation and anion have impacts on the extraction efficiency,where cation mainly influences the interaction of IL with PDA and anion affects the hydrophobicity of IL.The IL composed of long alkyl-chain in cation and the anion of[PF6]-or[TF2 N]-,which has theσ-profile more likely distributed in the nonpolar region but less distributed in the polar region,is favorable for extraction.The experimental liquid-liquid equilibrium demonstrated the effects of cation and anion on extraction performance,which validated the reliability of COSMO-RS model in IL screening for PDA extraction.The IL[IM-1,8][PF6]could serve as a promising extractant for the downstream separation process of the biological production of PDA.展开更多
真实溶剂似导体屏蔽模型(COSMO-RS,Conductor-likescreening model for real solvents)是Klamt等在连续介质溶剂化模式COSMO的基础上,结合统计力学方法发展起来的定量计算溶剂化现象的新方法。本文简单介绍了COSMO-RS的基本原理、概念,...真实溶剂似导体屏蔽模型(COSMO-RS,Conductor-likescreening model for real solvents)是Klamt等在连续介质溶剂化模式COSMO的基础上,结合统计力学方法发展起来的定量计算溶剂化现象的新方法。本文简单介绍了COSMO-RS的基本原理、概念,以及应用该模式的基本步骤。综述了COSMO-RS应用于离子性化合物、聚合物溶液体系、高温高压体系以及预测复杂生物体系的分配系数和药物设计的进展。评述了简化分子表面屏蔽电荷分布计算的COSMOfrag和GC-COSMO(group contribution COSMO)方法,对不同版本的COSMO-RS之间以及其与基团贡献方法的对比研究也作了详细的讨论,并指出了COSMO-RS的不足之处和进一步发展该模式的建议。展开更多
依据真实溶剂类导体屏蔽模型(Conductor-like Screening Model for Real Solvents,COSMO-RS),通过计算筛选出银杏叶中类黄酮提取所用的天然低共熔溶剂(Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents,NADESs)。以类黄酮得率为考察指标,在单因素实验的...依据真实溶剂类导体屏蔽模型(Conductor-like Screening Model for Real Solvents,COSMO-RS),通过计算筛选出银杏叶中类黄酮提取所用的天然低共熔溶剂(Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents,NADESs)。以类黄酮得率为考察指标,在单因素实验的基础上,采用Box-Behnken响应面法对提取工艺进行优化。结果表明:氯化胆碱/甘油体系(摩尔比1∶2)为较优的NADESs,当银杏叶与NADESs固液比为1∶30.7(g/mL),73.2℃下提取4.1 h时,回归模型预测类黄酮理论得率可高达5.70%,与验证试验值5.68%基本一致。本研究采用计算机模拟与实验相结合方法,为天然产物提取所用溶剂的筛选及后续工艺优化提供参考。展开更多
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grants (Nos. 21476009, 21406007 and U1462104)
文摘The adjustable parameters in the popular conductor-like screening model for real solvents(COSMO-RS)within the Amsterdam density functional(ADF)framework have been re-optimized to fit for the systems containing ionic liquids(ILs).To get the optimal values of misfit energy constant a^0,hydrogen bond coefficient c_(hb)and effective contact surface area of a segment a_(eff),2283 activity coefficient data points at infinite dilution and 1433 CO_2 solubility data points exhaustively collected from references were used as training set.The average relative deviations(ARDs)of activity coefficients at infinite dilution and CO_2 solubility between experimental data and predicted values are 32.22%and17.61%,respectively,both of which are significantly lower than the original COSMO-RS versions.Predictions for other activity coefficients of solutes in ILs,solubility data of CO_2 in pure ILs and the binary mixtures of ILs at either high or low temperatures,and vapor–liquid equilibrium(VLE)for binary systems involving ILs have also been performed to demonstrate the validity of the parameterization of COSMO-RS model for ILs.The results showed that the predicted results by COSMO-RS model with the new optimized parameters are in much better agreement with experimental data than those by the original versions over a wide temperature and pressure range.The COSMO-RS model for ILs presented in this work improves the prediction accuracy of thermodynamic properties for the systems containing ILs,which is always highly desirable for general chemical engineers.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U1862103)and(No.21961160740)
文摘A suitable ionic liquid for methyl chloride drying experiment was screened out from 210 ionic liquids by COSMO-RS model.Moreover,the experimental mechanism of ionic liquids drying is further explained by the COSMO-RS model,and it is further confirmed by analyzing the binding energy.The solubility of methyl chloride in[EMIM][BF4]and TEG and[EMIM][BF4]+H2O was completed,and the experimental results well proved the reliability of the UNIFAC-Lei model.The unknown interaction parameters were obtained through the solubility data of this work and the experimental data in the literatures.The methyl chloride drying experiment was completed in the laboratory,and the water content of the methyl chloride can be reduced to below 200 ppm.The simulation of the methyl chloride drying process using[EMIM][BF4]or TEG as absorbents was carried out by ASPEN software on an industrial scale.The final simulation results show that the[EMIM][BF4]drying process has lower energy consumption and better drying effect.
文摘In this work, the COSMO-RS （conductor like screening model for real solvent） model algorithm was derived from the modified Rachford rice method. It could be more helpful to investigate the phase behavior of binary systems with the help of quantum chemical calculation at 6-31G＊ basis set. COSMO-RS was used to predict solubility of binary mixture involving non-ILs （ionic liquids）, and ILs systems are： benzyl ethylamine ＋ glycerol system （Type-Ⅰ）, nitro methane ＋ cyclohexane system （Type-Ⅱ）, dipropylamine ＋ water system （Type-Ⅲ）, 1,2-ethanediol ＋ thiophene system （Type-Ⅳ）, [1,2-DMIM] [salicylate] ＋ thiophene （Type-Ⅳ）, and [EMIM] [NO3] ＋ thiophene （Type-Ⅳ）. Totally 15 cations with 27 anions were used for generating 405 binary LLE （liquid liquid equilibrium） systems involving thiophene. However, the predicted COSMO-RS values are consisting with the reported experimental values. Furthermore, the immiscibility gap at 298.15 K was determined and compared for various ILs. It was found that l-butylpyrrolidinium, l-octylquinolinium, 1-octylpyridinium and 1-octyl-3-methylimidazolium based cations are most suitable for thiophene extraction from any liquid mixture.
文摘将化工热力学溶液理论和化工流程模拟有机结合,设计了正己烷-甲基环戊烷萃取精馏计算型实验。通过类导体屏蔽电荷真实溶液模型(conductor-like screening model for real solvents,COSMO-RS)计算,基于溶解性、选择性指标筛选离子液体溶剂;通过量子化学计算及屏蔽电荷密度曲线分析溶剂和溶质分子相互作用,探究离子液体促进分离过程的机理;基于筛选的溶剂,利用Aspen Plus软件计算优化萃取分离工艺。该综合实验融合了化工热力学、化工原理和过程系统工程等专业课程内容,同时将学科理论知识与工程实践应用有机结合,强化了专业基本功训练,激发了研究兴趣,提升了创新能力。
文摘Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are neuroinflammatory demyelinating disorders that lead to permanent visual loss and motor dysfunction.To date,no effective treatment exists as the exact causative mechanism remains unknown.Therefore,experimental models of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are essential for exploring its pathogenesis and in screening for therapeutic targets.Since most patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders are seropositive for IgG autoantibodies against aquaporin-4,which is highly expressed on the membrane of astrocyte endfeet,most current experimental models are based on aquaporin-4-IgG that initially targets astrocytes.These experimental models have successfully simulated many pathological features of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders,such as aquaporin-4 loss,astrocytopathy,granulocyte and macrophage infiltration,complement activation,demyelination,and neuronal loss;however,they do not fully capture the pathological process of human neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders.In this review,we summarize the currently known pathogenic mechanisms and the development of associated experimental models in vitro,ex vivo,and in vivo for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders,suggest potential pathogenic mechanisms for further investigation,and provide guidance on experimental model choices.In addition,this review summarizes the latest information on pathologies and therapies for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders based on experimental models of aquaporin-4-IgG-seropositive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders,offering further therapeutic targets and a theoretical basis for clinical trials.
基金supported by Warren Alpert Foundation and Houston Methodist Academic Institute Laboratory Operating Fund(to HLC).
文摘Rare neurological diseases,while individually are rare,collectively impact millions globally,leading to diverse and often severe neurological symptoms.Often attributed to genetic mutations that disrupt protein function or structure,understanding their genetic basis is crucial for accurate diagnosis and targeted therapies.To investigate the underlying pathogenesis of these conditions,researchers often use non-mammalian model organisms,such as Drosophila(fruit flies),which is valued for their genetic manipulability,cost-efficiency,and preservation of genes and biological functions across evolutionary time.Genetic tools available in Drosophila,including CRISPR-Cas9,offer a means to manipulate gene expression,allowing for a deep exploration of the genetic underpinnings of rare neurological diseases.Drosophila boasts a versatile genetic toolkit,rapid generation turnover,and ease of large-scale experimentation,making it an invaluable resource for identifying potential drug candidates.Researchers can expose flies carrying disease-associated mutations to various compounds,rapidly pinpointing promising therapeutic agents for further investigation in mammalian models and,ultimately,clinical trials.In this comprehensive review,we explore rare neurological diseases where fly research has significantly contributed to our understanding of their genetic basis,pathophysiology,and potential therapeutic implications.We discuss rare diseases associated with both neuron-expressed and glial-expressed genes.Specific cases include mutations in CDK19 resulting in epilepsy and developmental delay,mutations in TIAM1 leading to a neurodevelopmental disorder with seizures and language delay,and mutations in IRF2BPL causing seizures,a neurodevelopmental disorder with regression,loss of speech,and abnormal movements.And we explore mutations in EMC1 related to cerebellar atrophy,visual impairment,psychomotor retardation,and gain-of-function mutations in ACOX1 causing Mitchell syndrome.Loss-of-function mutations in ACOX1 result in ACOX1 deficiency,characterized by very-long-chain fatty acid accumulation and glial degeneration.Notably,this review highlights how modeling these diseases in Drosophila has provided valuable insights into their pathophysiology,offering a platform for the rapid identification of potential therapeutic interventions.Rare neurological diseases involve a wide range of expression systems,and sometimes common phenotypes can be found among different genes that cause abnormalities in neurons or glia.Furthermore,mutations within the same gene may result in varying functional outcomes,such as complete loss of function,partial loss of function,or gain-of-function mutations.The phenotypes observed in patients can differ significantly,underscoring the complexity of these conditions.In conclusion,Drosophila represents an indispensable and cost-effective tool for investigating rare neurological diseases.By facilitating the modeling of these conditions,Drosophila contributes to a deeper understanding of their genetic basis,pathophysiology,and potential therapies.This approach accelerates the discovery of promising drug candidates,ultimately benefiting patients affected by these complex and understudied diseases.
基金supported by University of Macao,China,Nos.MYRG2022-00054-FHS and MYRG-GRG2023-00038-FHS-UMDF(to ZY)the Macao Science and Technology Development Fund,China,Nos.FDCT0048/2021/AGJ and FDCT0020/2019/AMJ and FDCT 0011/2018/A1(to ZY)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province of China,No.EF017/FHS-YZ/2021/GDSTC(to ZY)。
文摘To investigate the mechanisms underlying the onset and progression of ischemic stroke,some methods have been proposed that can simultaneously monitor and create embolisms in the animal cerebral cortex.However,these methods often require complex systems and the effect of age on cerebral embolism has not been adequately studied,although ischemic stroke is strongly age-related.In this study,we propose an optical-resolution photoacoustic microscopy-based visualized photothrombosis methodology to create and monitor ischemic stroke in mice simultaneously using a 532 nm pulsed laser.We observed the molding process in mice of different ages and presented age-dependent vascular embolism differentiation.Moreover,we integrated optical coherence tomography angiography to investigate age-associated trends in cerebrovascular variability following a stroke.Our imaging data and quantitative analyses underscore the differential cerebrovascular responses to stroke in mice of different ages,thereby highlighting the technique's potential for evaluating cerebrovascular health and unraveling age-related mechanisms involved in ischemic strokes.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China,No.2021YFA0805200(to SY)the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.31970954(to SY)two grants from the Department of Science and Technology of Guangdong Province,Nos.2021ZT09Y007,2020B121201006(both to XJL)。
文摘Spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy is a neurodegenerative disease caused by extended CAG trinucleotide repeats in the androgen receptor gene,which encodes a ligand-dependent transcription facto r.The mutant androgen receptor protein,characterized by polyglutamine expansion,is prone to misfolding and forms aggregates in both the nucleus and cytoplasm in the brain in spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy patients.These aggregates alter protein-protein interactions and compromise transcriptional activity.In this study,we reported that in both cultured N2a cells and mouse brain,mutant androgen receptor with polyglutamine expansion causes reduced expression of mesencephalic astrocyte-de rived neurotrophic factor.Overexpressio n of mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor amelio rated the neurotoxicity of mutant androgen receptor through the inhibition of mutant androgen receptor aggregation.Conversely.knocking down endogenous mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor in the mouse brain exacerbated neuronal damage and mutant androgen receptor aggregation.Our findings suggest that inhibition of mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor expression by mutant androgen receptor is a potential mechanism underlying neurodegeneration in spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy.
基金The financial support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(21978096,21861132019,and 21776074)Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai(19ZR1412600)is greatly acknowledged
文摘1,5-Pentanediamine(PDA)produced by biological fermentation becomes popular,but the separation of PDA from the broth is a typical difficult problem.In this work,the performance of 200 ionic liquids(ILs),formed by combining 25 cations and 8 anions,in the extraction of PDA from aqueous solution were evaluated using COSMO-RS model.The extraction mechanism was investigated with the help ofσ-profile and interaction energy analyses.Both the cation and anion have impacts on the extraction efficiency,where cation mainly influences the interaction of IL with PDA and anion affects the hydrophobicity of IL.The IL composed of long alkyl-chain in cation and the anion of[PF6]-or[TF2 N]-,which has theσ-profile more likely distributed in the nonpolar region but less distributed in the polar region,is favorable for extraction.The experimental liquid-liquid equilibrium demonstrated the effects of cation and anion on extraction performance,which validated the reliability of COSMO-RS model in IL screening for PDA extraction.The IL[IM-1,8][PF6]could serve as a promising extractant for the downstream separation process of the biological production of PDA.
文摘真实溶剂似导体屏蔽模型(COSMO-RS,Conductor-likescreening model for real solvents)是Klamt等在连续介质溶剂化模式COSMO的基础上,结合统计力学方法发展起来的定量计算溶剂化现象的新方法。本文简单介绍了COSMO-RS的基本原理、概念,以及应用该模式的基本步骤。综述了COSMO-RS应用于离子性化合物、聚合物溶液体系、高温高压体系以及预测复杂生物体系的分配系数和药物设计的进展。评述了简化分子表面屏蔽电荷分布计算的COSMOfrag和GC-COSMO(group contribution COSMO)方法,对不同版本的COSMO-RS之间以及其与基团贡献方法的对比研究也作了详细的讨论,并指出了COSMO-RS的不足之处和进一步发展该模式的建议。
文摘依据真实溶剂类导体屏蔽模型(Conductor-like Screening Model for Real Solvents,COSMO-RS),通过计算筛选出银杏叶中类黄酮提取所用的天然低共熔溶剂(Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents,NADESs)。以类黄酮得率为考察指标,在单因素实验的基础上,采用Box-Behnken响应面法对提取工艺进行优化。结果表明:氯化胆碱/甘油体系(摩尔比1∶2)为较优的NADESs,当银杏叶与NADESs固液比为1∶30.7(g/mL),73.2℃下提取4.1 h时,回归模型预测类黄酮理论得率可高达5.70%,与验证试验值5.68%基本一致。本研究采用计算机模拟与实验相结合方法,为天然产物提取所用溶剂的筛选及后续工艺优化提供参考。
