Selection and application of four QTLs for grain protein content in modern wheat cultivars

The grain protein content(GPC)is the key parameter for wheat grain nutritional quality.This study conducted a resampling GWAS analysis using 406 wheat accessions across eight environments,and identified four previously reported GPC QTLs.An analysis of 87 landraces and 259 modern cultivars revealed the loss of superior GPC haplotypes,especially in Chinese cultivars.These haplotypes were preferentially adopted in different agroecological zones and had broad effects on wheat yield and agronomic traits.Most GPC QTLs did not significantly reduce yield,suggesting that high GPC can be achieved without a yield penalty.The results of this study provide a reference for future GPC breeding in wheat using the four identified QTLs.

Evaluation of Filler Distribution in Particulate Reinforced Composites

Aluminum matrix particulate reinforced composites are of significant interest to industry, but it’s difficult to provide stable properties for this group of material. The mechanical properties of metal matrix composites are deeply influenced by the distribution of reinforcement particulates in the matrix. In this paper uniformity of SiC particles distribution in Al-based composites produced by stir casting and powder metallurgy technique is assessed. Analysis is carried out by means of classical and computer quantification metallographic image analysis methods. In addition, we suggest setting hardness distribution in cross section of samples as an indicator of reinforcement distribution uniformity in the matrix.

Laboratory and Semi-Field Evaluation on S-Methoprene Formulations Against Anopheles sinensis(Diptera:Culicidae)—Yuxi City,Yunnan Province,China

Summary What is already known about this topic?Anopheles sinensis(An.sinensis)is the predominant malaria vector in China.The impact of S-methoprene on the emergence process of mosquito larvae suggests its potential as a control method for vector mosquitoes.However,the efficacy of S-methoprene in controlling An.sinensis has not yet been demonstrated.What is added by this report?

Establishment of a humanized mouse model using steady-state peripheral blood-derived hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells facilitates screening of cancer-targeted T-cell repertoires

Background:Cancer-targeted T-cell receptor T(TCR-T)cells hold promise in treating cancers such as hematological malignancies and breast cancers.However,approaches to obtain cancer-reactive TCR-T cells have been unsuccessful.Methods:Here,we developed a novel strategy to screen for cancer-targeted TCR-T cells using a special humanized mouse model with person-specific immune fingerprints.Rare steady-state circulating hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells were expanded via three-dimensional culture of steady-state peripheral blood mononuclear cells,and then the expanded cells were applied to establish humanized mice.The human immune system was evaluated according to the kinetics of dendritic cells,monocytes,T-cell subsets,and cytokines.To fully stimulate the immune response and to obtain B-cell precursor NAML-6-and triple-negative breast cancer MDA-MB-231-targeted TCR-T cells,we used the inactivated cells above to treat humanized mice twice a day every 7 days.Then,human T cells were processed for TCRβ-chain(TRB)sequencing analysis.After the repertoires had been constructed,features such as the fraction,diversity,and immune signature were investigated.Results:The results demonstrated an increase in diversity and clonality of T cells after treatment.The preferential usage and features of TRBV,TRBJ,and the V–J combination were also changed.The stress also induced highly clonal Science and Technology,Grant/Award Number:2021C03010;Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:LTGY24H080003,LY21H080004 expansion.Tumor burden and survival analysis demonstrated that stress induction could significantly inhibit the growth of subsequently transfused live tumor cells and prolong the survival of the humanized mice.Conclusions:We constructed a personalized humanized mouse model to screen cancer-targeted TCR-T pools.Our platform provides an effective source of cancer-targeted TCR-T cells and allows for the design of patient-specific engineered T cells.It therefore has the potential to greatly benefit cancer treatment.

Characterization of SH3GLB1 in the Checkfor auditory system and its potential role in updates mitophagy

Mitochondria energize the inner ear to maintain the cochlear potential createdbythe striavascularis,assist the motility of outer hair cells,perform synaptic processes,and maintain the spontaneous and sound-driven discharges of the spiral ganglion neurons(SGNs).Mitophagy deficiencies induce the accumulation of damaged organelles and mitochondria in cells and are a primary cause of drug-induced hearing loss.

Generating hematopoietic cells from human pluripotent stem cells:approaches,progress and challenges

Human pluripotent stem cells(hPSCs)have been suggested as a potential source for the production of blood cells for clinical application.In two decades,almost all types of blood cells can be successfully generated from hPSCs through various differentiated strategies.Meanwhile,with a deeper understanding of hematopoiesis,higher efficiency of generating progenitors and precursors of blood cells from hPSCs is achieved.However,how to generate large-scale mature functional cells from hPSCs for clinical use is still difficult.In this review,we summarized recent approaches that generated both hematopoietic stem cells and mature lineage cells from hPSCs,and remarked their efficiency and mechanisms in producing mature functional cells.We also discussed the major challenges in hPSC-derived products of blood cells and provided some potential solutions.Our review summarized efficient,simple,and defined methodologies for developing good manufacturing practice standards for hPSC-derived blood cells,which will facilitate the translation of these products into the clinic.

Correction:Generating hematopoietic cells from human pluripotent stem cells:approaches,progress and challenges

Correction:Cell Regen 12,31(2023).https://doi.org/10.1186/s13619-023-00175-6 Following publication of the original article(Zheng et al.2023),the authors reported that Figs.1 and 2 were in the wrong order.The correct Figs.1 and 2 have been provided in this Correction.The original article(Zheng et al.2023)has been corrected.

Early development and functional properties of tryptase/chymase double-positive mast cells from human pluripotent stem cells

Mast cells (MCs) play a pivotal role in the hypersensitivity reaction by regulating the innate and adaptive immune responses. Humans have two types of MCs. The first type, termed MCTC, is found in the skin and other connective tissues and expresses both tryptase and chymase, while the second, termed MCT, which only expresses tryptase, is found primarily in the mucosa. MCs induced from human adult-type CD34+ cells are reported to be of the MCT type, but the development of MCs during embryonic/fetal stages is largely unknown. Using an efficient coculture system, we identified that a CD34+c-kit+ cell population, which appeared prior to the emergence of CD34+CD45+ hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs), stimulated robust production of pure Tryptase+Chymase+ MCs (MCTCs). Single-cell analysis revealed dual development directions of CD34+c-kit+ progenitors, with one lineage developing into erythro-myeloid progenitors (EMP) and the other lineage developing into HSPC. Interestingly, MCTCs derived from early CD34+c-kit+ cells exhibited strong histamine release and immune response functions. Particularly, robust release of IL-17 suggested that these early developing tissue-type MCTCs could play a central role in tumor immunity. These findings could help elucidate the mechanisms controlling early development of MCTCs and have significant therapeutic implications.

Dynamic regulation of GATA2 in fate determination in hematopoiesis: possible approach to hPSC-derived hematopoietic stem/ progenitor cells

GATA2,a principal member of the GATA family,plays important roles in the generation and maintenance of hematopoietic stem/progenitor cells.Among the three mRNA transcripts,the distal first exon of GATA2(IS exon)is specific for hematopoietic and neuronal cells.GATA2 mutants with abnormal expression are often present in acute myeloid leukemia-related familial diseases and myelodysplastic syndrome,indicating the crucial significance of GATA2 in the proper maintenance of blood system functions.This article offers an overview of the regulation dynamics and function of GATA2 in the generation,proliferation,and function of hematopoietic stem cells in both mouse and human models.We acknowledge the current progress in the cell fate determination mechanism by dynamic GATA2 expression.The gene modification approaches for inspecting the role of GATA2 in definitive hematopoiesis demonstrate the potential for acquiring hPSC-derived hematopoietic stem cells via manipulated GATA2 regulation.