Fast and reliable localization of high-energy transients is crucial for characterizing the burst properties and guiding the follow-up observations.Localization based on the relative counts of different detectors has b...Fast and reliable localization of high-energy transients is crucial for characterizing the burst properties and guiding the follow-up observations.Localization based on the relative counts of different detectors has been widely used for all-sky gamma-ray monitors.There are two major methods for this count distribution localization:χ^(2)minimization method and the Bayesian method.Here we propose a modified Bayesian method that could take advantage of both the accuracy of the Bayesian method and the simplicity of the χ^(2)method.With comprehensive simulations,we find that our Bayesian method with Poisson likelihood is generally more applicable for various bursts than the χ^(2)method,especially for weak bursts.We further proposed a location-spectrum iteration approach based on the Bayesian inference,which could alleviate the problems caused by the spectral difference between the burst and location templates.Our method is very suitable for scenarios with limited computation resources or timesensitive applications,such as in-flight localization software,and low-latency localization for rapidly follow-up observations.展开更多
BACKGROUND Pancreatic solitary fibrous tumor(SFT) is a rare neoplasm of intermediate biological potential. So far, only 22 cases have been reported since 1999. All the cases, except one, exhibited benign features. Her...BACKGROUND Pancreatic solitary fibrous tumor(SFT) is a rare neoplasm of intermediate biological potential. So far, only 22 cases have been reported since 1999. All the cases, except one, exhibited benign features. Here, we report the first case of malignant pancreatic SFT with typical Doege-Potter syndrome, along with the clinical and pathologic evidence of its systemic metastasis.CASE SUMMARY The patient was a 48-year-old man with a 1-year history of pancreatic and liver masses and refractory hypoglycemia. Increased uptake of the tracer fluorodeoxyglucose(FDG) was found in the liver and bones by fluorine-18 FDG positron emission tomography/computed tomography. After multidisciplinary discussion, a distal pancreatectomy procedure was performed, and histological examination showed a lesion composed of abundant heterogeneous spindle cells with localized necrosis. On immunohistochemistry evaluation, STAT6 was found to be diffusely expressed in the tumor. Based on the overall evidence, the patient was diagnosed with malignant pancreatic SFT with liver and bone metastases.CONCLUSION The diagnosis of malignant SFT requires comprehensive evidence including clinical, immunohistochemistry, and histological features. This case may be presented as a reference for diagnoses and management of malignant pancreatic SFTs with systemic metastasis.展开更多
We propose an optimized cluster density matrix embedding theory(CDMET).It reduces the computational cost of CDMET with simpler bath states.And the result is as accurate as the original one.As a demonstration,we study ...We propose an optimized cluster density matrix embedding theory(CDMET).It reduces the computational cost of CDMET with simpler bath states.And the result is as accurate as the original one.As a demonstration,we study the distant correlations of the Heisenberg J_(1)-J_(2)model on the square lattice.We find that the intermediate phase(0.43≤sssim J_(2)≤sssim 0.62)is divided into two parts.One part is a near-critical region(0.43≤J_(2)≤0.50).The other part is the plaquette valence bond solid(PVB)state(0.51≤J_(2)≤0.62).The spin correlations decay exponentially as a function of distance in the PVB.展开更多
The complexities of energy transfer mechanisms in the flagella of mammalian sperm flagella have been intensively investigated and demonstrate significant diversity across species.Enzymatic shuttles,particularly adenyl...The complexities of energy transfer mechanisms in the flagella of mammalian sperm flagella have been intensively investigated and demonstrate significant diversity across species.Enzymatic shuttles,particularly adenylate kinase(AK)and creatine kinase(CK),are pivotal in the efficient transfer of intracellular ATP,showing distinct tissue-and species-specificity.Here,the expression profiles of AK and CK were investigated in mice and found to fall into four subgroups,of which Subgroup III AKs were observed to be unique to the male reproductive system and conserved across chordates.Both AK8 and AK9 were found to be indispensable to male reproduction after analysis of an infertile male cohort.Knockout mouse models showed that AK8 and AK9 were central to promoting sperm motility.Immunoprecipitation combined with mass spectrometry revealed that AK8 and AK9 interact with the radial spoke(RS)of the axoneme.Examination of various human and mouse sperm samples with substructural damage,including the presence of multiple RS subunits,showed that the head of radial spoke 3 acts as an adapter for AK9 in the flagellar axoneme.Using an ATP probe together with metabolomic analysis,it was found that AK8 and AK9 cooperatively regulated ATP transfer in the axoneme,and were concentrated at sites associated with energy consumption in the flagellum.These findings indicate a novel function for RS beyond its structural role,namely,the regulation of ATP transfer.In conclusion,the results expand the functional spectrum of AK proteins and suggest a fresh model regarding ATP transfer within mammalian flagella.展开更多
目的探讨CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变致精子鞭毛多发形态异常(multiple morphological abnormalities of the flagella,MMAF)患者行卵胞质内单精子注射(intracytoplasmic sperm injection,ICSI)助孕的临床结局。方法回顾性队列研究分析2014...目的探讨CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变致精子鞭毛多发形态异常(multiple morphological abnormalities of the flagella,MMAF)患者行卵胞质内单精子注射(intracytoplasmic sperm injection,ICSI)助孕的临床结局。方法回顾性队列研究分析2014年9月至2020年7月期间于安徽医科大学第一附属医院妇产科生殖医学中心就诊的121例MMAF男性不育症患者的临床资料和基因检测结果,纳入9例CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者,5例MMAF患者(P3、P5、P7、P8和P9)选择ICSI助孕治疗,统计并分析这5例患者ICSI助孕的临床结局。结果Sanger测序证实9例MMAF患者携带CFAP43或CFAP44基因双等位基因突变,其中3例患者的突变位点以往未曾报道,分别为CFAP43基因的新发纯合突变(c.4132delC:p.Arg1378Glufs*10)和新发复合杂合突变(c.3938G>A:p.Arg1313Gln;c.4342G>A:p.Glu1448Lys)以及CFAP44基因的新发复合杂合突变(c.1718C>A:p.Pro573His;c.4075G>A:p.Glu1359Lys)。5例MMAF患者夫妇接受5个ICSI周期,已生育4个健康亲生子代。CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者组ICSI受精率为76.47%(39/51),5例患者中临床妊娠3例,活产3例。与DNAH1基因突变MMAF患者组和严重少弱精子症患者组相比,CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者ICSI助孕结局差异均无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。结论CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变会导致精子严重的鞭毛畸形和运动能力下降,是MMAF的重要病因。ICSI技术可以有效地解决CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者的生育难题。展开更多
Peptides that are composed of dextrorotary(D)-amino acids have gained increasing attention as a potential therapeutic class.However,our understanding of the in vivo fate of D-peptides is limited.This highlights the ne...Peptides that are composed of dextrorotary(D)-amino acids have gained increasing attention as a potential therapeutic class.However,our understanding of the in vivo fate of D-peptides is limited.This highlights the need for whole-body,quantitative tracking of D-peptides to better understand how they interact with the living body.Here,we used mouse models to track the movement of a programmed death-ligand 1(PD-L1)-targeting D-dodecapeptide antagonist(DPA)using positron emission tomography(PET).More specifically,we profiled the metabolic routes of[^(64)Cu]DPA and investigated the tumor engagement of[^(64)Cu/^(68)Ga]DPA in mouse models.Our results revealed that intact[^(64)Cu/^(68)Ga]DPA was primarily eliminated by the kidneys and had a notable accumulation in tumors.Moreover,a single dose of[^(64)Cu]DPA effectively delayed tumor growth and improved the survival of mice.Collectively,these results not only deepen our knowledge of the in vivo fate of D-peptides,but also underscore the utility of D-peptides as radiopharmaceuticals.展开更多
Male infertility is a complex reproductive disorder that impedes a huge number of couples from having children naturally in the world(Agarwal et al.,2021).As an important pathogenic factor of male infertility,spermato...Male infertility is a complex reproductive disorder that impedes a huge number of couples from having children naturally in the world(Agarwal et al.,2021).As an important pathogenic factor of male infertility,spermatogenic impairments are mainly characterized by impaired male gamete production,reduced sperm quality,or function(Tournaye et al.,2017).Spermatogenesis is a delicate and complex biological process that requires the collaboration of a large number of proteins performing different biological functions(Liu et al.,2021).展开更多
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2021YFA0718500)support from the Strategic Priority Research Program on Space Science,the Chinese Academy of Sciences(grant Nos.XDA15360102,XDA15360300,XDA15052700 and E02212A02S)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant Nos.12173038 and U2038106)the National HEP Data Center(grant No.E029S2S1)。
文摘Fast and reliable localization of high-energy transients is crucial for characterizing the burst properties and guiding the follow-up observations.Localization based on the relative counts of different detectors has been widely used for all-sky gamma-ray monitors.There are two major methods for this count distribution localization:χ^(2)minimization method and the Bayesian method.Here we propose a modified Bayesian method that could take advantage of both the accuracy of the Bayesian method and the simplicity of the χ^(2)method.With comprehensive simulations,we find that our Bayesian method with Poisson likelihood is generally more applicable for various bursts than the χ^(2)method,especially for weak bursts.We further proposed a location-spectrum iteration approach based on the Bayesian inference,which could alleviate the problems caused by the spectral difference between the burst and location templates.Our method is very suitable for scenarios with limited computation resources or timesensitive applications,such as in-flight localization software,and low-latency localization for rapidly follow-up observations.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81770614 and No.81570559Training project of health high level talents in Zhejiang Province(2014)
文摘BACKGROUND Pancreatic solitary fibrous tumor(SFT) is a rare neoplasm of intermediate biological potential. So far, only 22 cases have been reported since 1999. All the cases, except one, exhibited benign features. Here, we report the first case of malignant pancreatic SFT with typical Doege-Potter syndrome, along with the clinical and pathologic evidence of its systemic metastasis.CASE SUMMARY The patient was a 48-year-old man with a 1-year history of pancreatic and liver masses and refractory hypoglycemia. Increased uptake of the tracer fluorodeoxyglucose(FDG) was found in the liver and bones by fluorine-18 FDG positron emission tomography/computed tomography. After multidisciplinary discussion, a distal pancreatectomy procedure was performed, and histological examination showed a lesion composed of abundant heterogeneous spindle cells with localized necrosis. On immunohistochemistry evaluation, STAT6 was found to be diffusely expressed in the tumor. Based on the overall evidence, the patient was diagnosed with malignant pancreatic SFT with liver and bone metastases.CONCLUSION The diagnosis of malignant SFT requires comprehensive evidence including clinical, immunohistochemistry, and histological features. This case may be presented as a reference for diagnoses and management of malignant pancreatic SFTs with systemic metastasis.
文摘We propose an optimized cluster density matrix embedding theory(CDMET).It reduces the computational cost of CDMET with simpler bath states.And the result is as accurate as the original one.As a demonstration,we study the distant correlations of the Heisenberg J_(1)-J_(2)model on the square lattice.We find that the intermediate phase(0.43≤sssim J_(2)≤sssim 0.62)is divided into two parts.One part is a near-critical region(0.43≤J_(2)≤0.50).The other part is the plaquette valence bond solid(PVB)state(0.51≤J_(2)≤0.62).The spin correlations decay exponentially as a function of distance in the PVB.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFC2702702,2021YFC2700901)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81971441,82171607,32000584)+3 种基金the University Outstanding Young Talents Support Program(gxyq2021174)Non-profit Central Research Institute Fund of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences(2019PT310002)Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation(2208085Y31)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20230004).
文摘The complexities of energy transfer mechanisms in the flagella of mammalian sperm flagella have been intensively investigated and demonstrate significant diversity across species.Enzymatic shuttles,particularly adenylate kinase(AK)and creatine kinase(CK),are pivotal in the efficient transfer of intracellular ATP,showing distinct tissue-and species-specificity.Here,the expression profiles of AK and CK were investigated in mice and found to fall into four subgroups,of which Subgroup III AKs were observed to be unique to the male reproductive system and conserved across chordates.Both AK8 and AK9 were found to be indispensable to male reproduction after analysis of an infertile male cohort.Knockout mouse models showed that AK8 and AK9 were central to promoting sperm motility.Immunoprecipitation combined with mass spectrometry revealed that AK8 and AK9 interact with the radial spoke(RS)of the axoneme.Examination of various human and mouse sperm samples with substructural damage,including the presence of multiple RS subunits,showed that the head of radial spoke 3 acts as an adapter for AK9 in the flagellar axoneme.Using an ATP probe together with metabolomic analysis,it was found that AK8 and AK9 cooperatively regulated ATP transfer in the axoneme,and were concentrated at sites associated with energy consumption in the flagellum.These findings indicate a novel function for RS beyond its structural role,namely,the regulation of ATP transfer.In conclusion,the results expand the functional spectrum of AK proteins and suggest a fresh model regarding ATP transfer within mammalian flagella.
文摘目的探讨CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变致精子鞭毛多发形态异常(multiple morphological abnormalities of the flagella,MMAF)患者行卵胞质内单精子注射(intracytoplasmic sperm injection,ICSI)助孕的临床结局。方法回顾性队列研究分析2014年9月至2020年7月期间于安徽医科大学第一附属医院妇产科生殖医学中心就诊的121例MMAF男性不育症患者的临床资料和基因检测结果,纳入9例CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者,5例MMAF患者(P3、P5、P7、P8和P9)选择ICSI助孕治疗,统计并分析这5例患者ICSI助孕的临床结局。结果Sanger测序证实9例MMAF患者携带CFAP43或CFAP44基因双等位基因突变,其中3例患者的突变位点以往未曾报道,分别为CFAP43基因的新发纯合突变(c.4132delC:p.Arg1378Glufs*10)和新发复合杂合突变(c.3938G>A:p.Arg1313Gln;c.4342G>A:p.Glu1448Lys)以及CFAP44基因的新发复合杂合突变(c.1718C>A:p.Pro573His;c.4075G>A:p.Glu1359Lys)。5例MMAF患者夫妇接受5个ICSI周期,已生育4个健康亲生子代。CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者组ICSI受精率为76.47%(39/51),5例患者中临床妊娠3例,活产3例。与DNAH1基因突变MMAF患者组和严重少弱精子症患者组相比,CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者ICSI助孕结局差异均无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。结论CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变会导致精子严重的鞭毛畸形和运动能力下降,是MMAF的重要病因。ICSI技术可以有效地解决CFAP43或CFAP44基因突变MMAF患者的生育难题。
基金financial support from the JSPS KAKENHI grant Nos.19K17156,21H02873,21K07659,and 20H03635,Japansupported by QST President’s Strategic Grant(Exploratory Research,Japan)+3 种基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82003532)General Project of Science and Technology Development Fund of Nanjing Medical University(NMUB2019154,China)the second round of Nanjing Clinical Medical Center"Nanjing Nuclear Medicine Center"the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2019M650302)。
文摘Peptides that are composed of dextrorotary(D)-amino acids have gained increasing attention as a potential therapeutic class.However,our understanding of the in vivo fate of D-peptides is limited.This highlights the need for whole-body,quantitative tracking of D-peptides to better understand how they interact with the living body.Here,we used mouse models to track the movement of a programmed death-ligand 1(PD-L1)-targeting D-dodecapeptide antagonist(DPA)using positron emission tomography(PET).More specifically,we profiled the metabolic routes of[^(64)Cu]DPA and investigated the tumor engagement of[^(64)Cu/^(68)Ga]DPA in mouse models.Our results revealed that intact[^(64)Cu/^(68)Ga]DPA was primarily eliminated by the kidneys and had a notable accumulation in tumors.Moreover,a single dose of[^(64)Cu]DPA effectively delayed tumor growth and improved the survival of mice.Collectively,these results not only deepen our knowledge of the in vivo fate of D-peptides,but also underscore the utility of D-peptides as radiopharmaceuticals.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFC2701400 and 2021YFC2700901)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32100480,82171607,and 81971441)+4 种基金the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Major Project(2017SHZDZX01)the Scientific Research(TP202002)from Anhui Medical Universitythe China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2020TQ0072)the Non-profit Central Research Institute Fund of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences(2019PT310002)supported by Shanghai Municipal Commission for Science and Technology Grants(19411951800)。
文摘Male infertility is a complex reproductive disorder that impedes a huge number of couples from having children naturally in the world(Agarwal et al.,2021).As an important pathogenic factor of male infertility,spermatogenic impairments are mainly characterized by impaired male gamete production,reduced sperm quality,or function(Tournaye et al.,2017).Spermatogenesis is a delicate and complex biological process that requires the collaboration of a large number of proteins performing different biological functions(Liu et al.,2021).
