Epidemiological and clinical features,treatment status,and economic burden of traumatic spinal cord injury in China:a hospital-based retrospective study

Traumatic spinal cord injury is potentially catastrophic and can lead to permanent disability or even death.China has the largest population of patients with traumatic spinal cord injury.Previous studies of traumatic spinal cord injury in China have mostly been regional in scope;national-level studies have been rare.To the best of our knowledge,no national-level study of treatment status and economic burden has been performed.This retrospective study aimed to examine the epidemiological and clinical features,treatment status,and economic burden of traumatic spinal cord injury in China at the national level.We included 13,465 traumatic spinal cord injury patients who were injured between January 2013 and December 2018 and treated in 30 hospitals in 11 provinces/municipalities representing all geographical divisions of China.Patient epidemiological and clinical features,treatment status,and total and daily costs were recorded.Trends in the percentage of traumatic spinal cord injuries among all hospitalized patients and among patients hospitalized in the orthopedic department and cost of care were assessed by annual percentage change using the Joinpoint Regression Program.The percentage of traumatic spinal cord injuries among all hospitalized patients and among patients hospitalized in the orthopedic department did not significantly change overall(annual percentage change,-0.5%and 2.1%,respectively).A total of 10,053(74.7%)patients underwent surgery.Only 2.8%of patients who underwent surgery did so within 24 hours of injury.A total of 2005(14.9%)patients were treated with high-dose(≥500 mg)methylprednisolone sodium succinate/methylprednisolone(MPSS/MP);615(4.6%)received it within 8 hours.The total cost for acute traumatic spinal cord injury decreased over the study period(-4.7%),while daily cost did not significantly change(1.0%increase).Our findings indicate that public health initiatives should aim at improving hospitals’ability to complete early surgery within 24 hours,which is associated with improved sensorimotor recovery,increasing the awareness rate of clinical guidelines related to high-dose MPSS/MP to reduce the use of the treatment with insufficient evidence.

Waste acid recovery utilizing monovalent cation permselective membranes through selective electrodialysis

Selective electrodialysis(SED)has surfaced as a highly promising membrane separation technique in the realm of acid recovery owing to its ability to effectively separate monovalent ions through the utilization of a potential difference.However,the current SED process is limited by conventional commercial monovalent cation permselective membranes(MCPMs).This study systematically investigates the use of an independently developed MCPM in the SED process for acid recovery.Various factors such as current density,volume ratio,initial ion concentration,and waste acid systems are considered.The independently developed MCPM offers several advantages over the commercial monovalent selective cation-exchange membrane(CIMS),including higher recovered acid concentration,better ion flux ratio,improved acid recovery efficiency,increased recovered acid purity,and higher current efficiency.The SED process with the MCPM achieves a recovered acid of 95.9%and a concentration of 2.3 mol·L^(–1) in the HCl/FeCl_(2) system,when a current density of 20 mA·cm^(-2) and a volume ratio of 1:2 are applied.Similarly,in the H_(2)SO_(4)/FeSO_(4) system,a purity of over 99%and a concentration of 2.1 mol·L^(–1) can be achieved in the recovered acid.This study thoroughly examines the impact of operation conditions on acid recovery performance in the SED process.The independently developed MCPM demonstrates outstanding acid recovery performance,highlighting its potential for future commercial utilization.

Identification and effective regulation of scarb1 gene involved in pigmentation change in autotetraploid Carassius auratus

The autotetraploid Carassius auratus(4nRR,4n=200,RRRR)is derived from whole-genome duplication of Carassius auratus red var.(RCC,2n=100,RR).In the current study,we demonstrated that chromatophores and pigment changes directly caused the coloration and variation of 4nRR skin(red in RCC,brownish-yellow in4nRR).To further explore the molecular mechanisms underlying coloration formation and variation in 4nRR,we performed transcriptome profiling and molecular functional verification in RCC and 4nRR.Results revealed that scarb1,associated with carotenoid metabolism,underwent significant down-regulation in 4nRR.Efficient editing of this candidate pigment gene provided clear evidence of its significant role in RCC coloration.Subsequently,we identified four divergent scarb1 homeologs in 4nRR:two original scarb1 homeologs from RCC and two duplicated ones.Notably,three of these homeologs possessed two highly conserved alleles,exhibiting biased and allelespecific expression in the skin.Remarkably,after precise editing of both the original and duplicated scarb1homeologs and/or alleles,4nRR individuals,whether singly or multiply mutated,displayed a transition from brownishyellow skin to a cyan-gray phenotype.Concurrently,the proportional areas of the cyan-gray regions displayed a gene-dose correlation.These findings illustrate the subfunctionalization of duplicated scarb1,with all scarb1genes synergistically and equally contributing to the pigmentation of 4nRR.This is the first report concerning the functional differentiation of duplicated homeologs in an autopolyploidfish,substantiallyenrichingour understanding of coloration formation and change within this group of organisms.

Complementary memtransistors for neuromorphic computing: How, what and why

Memtransistors in which the source-drain channel conductance can be nonvolatilely manipulated through the gate signals have emerged as promising components for implementing neuromorphic computing.On the other side,it is known that the complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor(CMOS)field effect transistors have played the fundamental role in the modern integrated circuit technology.Therefore,will complementary memtransistors(CMT)also play such a role in the future neuromorphic circuits and chips?In this review,various types of materials and physical mechanisms for constructing CMT(how)are inspected with their merits and need-to-address challenges discussed.Then the unique properties(what)and poten-tial applications of CMT in different learning algorithms/scenarios of spiking neural networks(why)are reviewed,including super-vised rule,reinforcement one,dynamic vision with in-sensor computing,etc.Through exploiting the complementary structure-related novel functions,significant reduction of hardware consuming,enhancement of energy/efficiency ratio and other advan-tages have been gained,illustrating the alluring prospect of design technology co-optimization(DTCO)of CMT towards neuro-morphic computing.

Oxidative stress mediates glycidol-induced endothelial injury and its protection by 6-C-(E-2-fluorostyryl)naringenin

Glycidol is a common lipid-derived foodborne toxicant mainly presents in refined oils and related foodstuffs.Vascular endothelial cells may be potential targets of the deleterious effects associated with glycidol exposure.In human umbilical vein endothelial cells(HUVECs),we found that glycidol treatment promoted endothelialto-mesenchymal transition(EndMT)at a lower concentration(0.5 mmol/L),while induced apoptosis and inflammation at a higher concentration(1 mmol/L).These harmful effects were achieved by the activation of NF-κB/MAPK signaling pathway and were mediated by reactive oxygen species(ROS).In addition,the protective potential of 6-C-(E-2-fluorostyryl)naringenin(6-CEFN)against glycidol was evaluated and compared with naringenin.HUVECs pre-treated with 6-CEFN,but not naringenin,displayed resistance to endothelial dysfunction caused by glycidol.

梅尼埃病患者躯体与心理症状网络分析及其在护理中的应用

目的探索梅尼埃病患者多种症状之间的关系并通过症状网络分析将其可视化,从而帮助临床护理人员制订更加精准和个性化的干预措施。方法于2014年10月至2021年12月,选取复旦大学附属眼耳鼻喉科医院790例梅尼埃病患者进行调查。采用自行设计的症状自评量表对15个梅尼埃病相关症状进行评估,根据评估结果在R软件中构建症状网络。采用Qgraph包和Fruchterman-Reingold布局用于可视化网络。采用Bootstrapping方法评估网络的准确性和稳定性,然后采用3种中心性指标描述症状之间的关系。结果“焦虑、紧张”(98.3%)、“耳闷”(84.4%)及“耳鸣”(82.7%)是梅尼埃病患者常见症状,“耳鸣”“耳闷”及“言语识别率下降”是较严重的症状。病程越长,梅尼埃病患者各项症状的发生率及严重程度越高(P<0.05)。“单词识别能力下降”“疲劳”和“焦虑和紧张”是症状网络的核心,在整个样本中强度中心性和紧密中心性最大,对其他症状的影响最大。“言语识别率下降”“头痛”和“空间辨别和定向能力差”是整个样本中介中心性最高的症状,桥接效应最强。随着病程的发展,“跌倒发作”和“焦虑、紧张”的中心性增加,“头痛”的中心性下降。结论本研究揭示了不同病程梅尼埃病患者的症状网络。护理人员需要根据其症状严重程度和中心性的变化提供更精准的干预。当梅尼埃病患者出现多种症状时,应重点干预患者的言语识别率及其引起的不适感受。

基于斑贴及稳定性试验剖析含烟酰胺化妆品皮肤刺激性成因

为探究含烟酰胺化妆品可能引起人体皮肤刺激性反应的主要原因,开展了健康志愿者烟酸、烟酰胺斑贴试验及含烟酰胺化妆品稳定性试验研究。首先选取含烟酰胺化妆品进行斑贴试验,同时测定烟酸、烟酰胺含量水平;随后进行了不同含量烟酸溶液(0.000 5%,0.001%,0.01%,0.025%)和3%烟酰胺溶液斑贴试验,并开展了含烟酰胺化妆品稳定性试验。结果发现:45个含烟酰胺化妆品中,17个会引起皮肤反应(占总数的37.8%),41个检出烟酸(占总数的91.1%),含量为0.000 15%~0.026 6%;采用自建皮肤反应评分方法进行评分,皮肤反应评分总和与烟酸含量正相关具有统计学意义(r=0.406,P=0.006),与烟酰胺含量相关无统计学意义(r=0.099,P=0.517)。0.000 5%烟酸、0.001%烟酸、3%烟酰胺溶液对皮肤刺激性与阴性对照的差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);0.025%烟酸、0.01%烟酸对皮肤刺激性与阴性对照的差异具有统计学意义(P<0.05)。含烟酰胺化妆品在25℃放置8周烟酸含量稳定,在55℃放置8周烟酸含量呈现逐渐增加趋势。

Torque effect on vibration behavior of high-speed train gearbox under internal and external excitations

The high-speed train transmission system,experiencing both the internal excitation originating from gear meshing and the external excitation originating from the wheel-rail interaction,exhibits complex dynamic behavior in the actual service environment.This paper focuses on the gearbox in the high-speed train to carry out the bench test,in which various operat-ing conditions(torques and rotation speeds)were set up and the excitation condition covering both internal and external was created.Acceleration responses on multiple positions of the gearbox were acquired in the test and the vibration behavior of the gearbox was studied.Meanwhile,a stochastic excitation modal test was also carried out on the test bench under different torques,and the modal parameter of the gearbox was identified.Finally,the sweep frequency response of the gearbox under gear meshing excitation was analyzed through dynamic modeling.The results showed that the torque has an attenuating effect on the amplitude of gear meshing frequency on the gearbox,and the effect of external excitation on the gearbox vibration cannot be ignored,especially under the rated operating condition.It was also found that the torque affects the modal param-eter of the gearbox significantly.The torque has a great effect on both the gear meshing stiffness and the bearing stiffness in the transmission system,which is the inherent reason for the changed modal characteristics observed in the modal test and affects the vibration behavior of the gearbox consequently.

化妆品防晒黑功效评价方法研究

建立了一种新型防晒黑功效的化妆品人体功效评价方法。基于皮肤晒黑的光生物学反应机理,通过系统探索皮肤黑化特征及客观测试指标变化趋势,构建了一种紫外诱导-黑化前产品干预的新型防晒黑评价模型。以2倍MED单次紫外照射诱导,照射后即刻起连续9天涂抹测试产品,测试时间点为照射前、第5天、第7天、第10天,以皮肤肤色(ITA°值)和皮肤黑色素值(MI值)为评价指标。通过对比不同部位、不同紫外照射剂量等实验条件的影响,对防晒黑评价方法进行了优化。该方法已成功应用于祛斑美白功效化妆品功效评价,并与我国现有祛斑美白功效评价方法进行对比。结果表明,该方法能有效评估祛斑美白化妆品的防晒黑功效,且具有试验周期短、成本较低等特点。

Interactions between myoblasts and macrophages under high glucose milieus result in inflammatory response and impaired insulin sensitivity

BACKGROUND Skeletal muscle handles about 80% of insulin-stimulated glucose uptake and become the major organ occurring insulin resistance(IR).Many studies have confirmed the interactions between macrophages and skeletal muscle regulated the inflammation and regeneration of skeletal muscle.However,despite of the decades of research,whether macrophages infiltration and polarization in skeletal muscle under high glucose(HG)milieus results in the development of IR is yet to be elucidated.C2C12 myoblasts are well-established and excellent model to study myogenic regulation and its responses to stimulation.Further exploration of macrophages'role in myoblasts IR and the dynamics of their infiltration and polarization is warranted.AIM To evaluate interactions between myoblasts and macrophages under HG,and its effects on inflammation and IR in skeletal muscle.METHODS We detected the polarization status of macrophages infiltrated to skeletal muscles of IR mice by hematoxylin and eosin and immunohistochemical staining.Then,we developed an in vitro co-culture system to study the interactions between myoblasts and macrophages under HG milieus.The effects of myoblasts on macrophages were explored through morphological observation,CCK-8 assay,Flow Cytometry,and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.The mediation of macrophages to myogenesis and insulin sensitivity were detected by morphological observation,CCK-8 assay,Immunofluorescence,and 2-NBDG assay.RESULTS The F4/80 and co-localization of F4/80 and CD86 increased,and the myofiber size decreased in IR group(P<0.01,g=6.26).Compared to Mc group,F4/80+CD86+CD206-cells,tumor necrosis factor-α(TNFα),inerleukin-1β(IL-1β)and IL-6 decreased,and IL-10 increased in McM group(P<0.01,g>0.8).In McM+HG group,F4/80+CD86+CD206-cells,monocyte chemoattractant protein 1,TNFα,IL-1βand IL-6 were increased,and F4/80+CD206+CD86-cells and IL-10 were decreased compared with Mc+HG group and McM group(P<0.01,g>0.8).Compered to M group,myotube area,myotube number and E-MHC were increased in MMc group(P<0.01,g>0.8).In MMc+HG group,myotube area,myotube number,E-MHC,GLUT4 and glucose uptake were decreased compared with M+HG group and MMc group(P<0.01,g>0.8).CONCLUSION Interactions between myoblasts and macrophages under HG milieus results in inflammation and IR,which support that the macrophage may serve as a promising therapeutic target for skeletal muscle atrophy and IR.

Unraveling the mechanism of malancao in treating ulcerative colitis:A multi-omics approach

BACKGROUND Malancao(MLC)is a traditional Chinese medicine with a long history of utilization in treating ulcerative colitis(UC).Nevertheless,the precise molecular mechanisms underlying its efficacy remain elusive.This study leveraged ultrahigh-performance liquid chromatography coupled with exactive mass spectrometry(UHPLC-QE-MS),network pharmacology,molecular docking(MD),and gene microarray analysis to discern the bioactive constituents and the potential mechanism of action of MLC in UC management.AIM To determine the ingredients related to MLC for treatment of UC using multiple databases to obtain potential targets for fishing.METHODS This research employs UHPLC-QE-MS for the identification of bioactive compounds present in MLC plant samples.Furthermore,the study integrates the identified MLC compound-related targets with publicly available databases to elucidate common drug disease targets.Additionally,the R programming language is utilized to predict the central targets and molecular pathways that MLC may impact in the treatment of UC.Finally,MD are conducted using AutoDock Vina software to assess the affinity of bioactive components to the main targets and confirm their therapeutic potential.RESULTS Firstly,through a comprehensive analysis of UHPLC-QE-MS data and public database resources,we identified 146 drug-disease cross targets related to 11 bioactive components.The Gene Ontology and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analysis highlighted that common disease drug targets are primarily involved in oxidative stress management,lipid metabolism,atherosclerosis,and other processes.They also affect AGE-RAGE and apoptosis signaling pathways.Secondly,by analyzing the differences in diseases,we identified key research targets.These core targets are related to 11 active substances,including active ingredients such as quercetin and luteolin.Finally,MD analysis revealed the stability of compound-protein binding,particularly between JUNLuteolin,JUN-Quercetin,HSP90AA1-Wogonin,and HSP90AA1-Rhein.Therefore,this suggests that MLC may help alleviate intestinal inflammation in UC,restore abnormal lipid accumulation,and regulate the expression levels of core proteins in the intestine.CONCLUSION The utilization of MLC has demonstrated notable therapeutic efficacy in the management of UC by means of the compound target interaction pathway.The amalgamation of botanical resources,metabolomics,natural products,MD,and gene chip technology presents a propitious methodology for investigating therapeutic targets of herbal medicines and discerning novel bioactive constituents.

Impact of task-oriented training based on acupuncture rehabilitation on upper extremity function and quality of life of patients with early stroke

BACKGROUND Eighty percent of stroke patients develop upper limb dysfunction,especially hand dysfunction,which has a very slow recovery,resulting in economic burden to families and society.AIM To investigate the impact of task-oriented training based on acupuncture therapy on upper extremity function in patients with early stroke.METHODS Patients with early stroke hemiplegia who visited our hospital between January 2021 and October 2022 were divided into a control group and an observation group,each with 50 cases.The control group underwent head acupuncture plus routine upper limb rehabilitation training(acupuncture therapy).In addition to acupuncture and rehabilitation,the observation group underwent upper limb task-oriented training(30 min).Each group underwent treatment 5 d/wk for 4 wk.Upper extremity function was assessed in both groups using the Fugl-Meyer Assessment-Upper Extremity(FMA-UE),Wolf Motor Function Rating Scale(WMFT),modified Barthel Index(MBI),and Canadian Occupational Performance Measure(COPM).Quality of life was evaluated using the Short-Form 36-Item Health Survey(SF-36).Clinical efficacy of the interventions was also evaluated.RESULTS Before intervention,no significant differences were observed in the FMA-UE,MBI,and WMFT scores between the two groups(P>0.05).After intervention,the FMA-UE,WMFT,MBI,COPM-Functional Mobility and Satisfaction,and SF-36 scores increased in both groups(P<0.05),with even higher scores in the observation group(P<0.05).The observation group also obtained a higher total effective rate than the control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Task-oriented training based on acupuncture rehabilitation significantly enhanced upper extremity mobility,quality of life,and clinical efficacy in patients with early stroke.

大尺寸陶瓷BTC器件焊点过应力开裂失效分析

对大尺寸陶瓷BTC器件焊点过应力开裂现象进行了研究。通过有限元仿真和金相切片分析得到了印制板焊盘、器件布局及装配过应力为引起BTC器件焊点过应力开裂主要原因,依此制定了改进焊盘、优化器件布局及减少装配应力的改进措施。有限元仿真分析表明,采用了改进措施后的BTC焊点在温度载荷和螺钉紧固力加载下所受应力减小,对改进后的BTC焊点进行了环境应力、耐久振动、温度循环等试验以及焊点金相切片分析,结果表明焊点未见开裂,验证了改进措施的有效性。

QTL mapping of adult plant resistance to stripe rust and leaf rust in a Fuyu 3/Zhengzhou 5389 wheat population

Stripe or yellow rust(YR)and leaf rust(LR)cause large losses in wheat production worldwide.Resistant cultivars curtail the levels of losses.The present study aimed to identify quantitative trait loci(QTL)for YR and LR resistance in 147 F2:6 recombinant inbred lines(RIL)derived from the cross Fuyu 3/Zhengzhou 5389.The RIL population and parents were genotyped with the Wheat55 K single nucleotide polymorphism(SNP)array and simple sequence repeat(SSR)markers.All materials were also phenotyped for YR severity at Mianyang in Sichuan province and Baoding in Hebei province in the 2015/2016,2016/2017,and 2017/2018 cropping seasons,and LR severity at Zhoukou in Henan province and at Baoding in 2017/2018.Eleven QTL for YR resistance and five for LR resistance were detected using inclusive composite interval mapping(Ici Mapping).Four of these QTL on chromosomes 1 BL,2 BS,3 AL,and 5 AL conferred resistance to both YR and LR.The QTL on 1 BL was Lr46/Yr29,and that on 7 BL might be Lr68.The QTL on chromosome 2 BS was detected at a similar position to previously detected loci.QYr.hebau-3 AL/QLr.hebau-3 AL,QYr.hebau-5 AL/QLr.hebau-5 AL,QYr.hebau-7 DL,QYr.hebau-4 BS,QYr.hebau-6 DL,and QYr.hebau-2 AS are likely to be new.An SSR marker for QYr.hebau-7 DL was developed and validated in a diverse wheat panel from China,suggesting effectiveness in different genetic backgrounds.These QTL with closely linked SNP and SSR markers could be useful for marker-assisted selection in wheat breeding programs targeting durable resistance to both diseases.

Analysis of the changes of volatile flavor compounds in a traditional Chinese shrimp paste during fermentation based on electronic nose,SPME-GC-MS and HS-GC-IMS

Traditionally fermented shrimp paste has a long fermentation period and is susceptible of external factors,which leads to unstable quality and limits its development and application.Therefore,the purpose of this study is to analyze the flavor changes in the shrimp paste fermentation process and screen out the key volatile aroma components in the shrimp paste to control the flavor quality of the shrimp paste products.The overall odor profile was detected by the electronic nose.A total of 106 volatile flavor compounds in the shrimp paste samples at different fermentation stages were identified by solid-phase microextraction-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry(SPME-GC-MS)and headspace-gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry(HS-GC-IMS).The main aroma components alcohols,aldehydes,pyrazines and other substances in the fermentation process showed an overall upward trend.A total of 17 key volatile aroma components in shrimp paste at different fermentation stages were identified by the relative aroma activity value(ROAV)method.The combination of electronic nose,SPME-GC-MS and HS-GC-IMS could comprehensively reflect the changes of volatile components in shrimp paste at different fermentation stages,which helps to further understand the mechanism of shrimp paste flavor formation and provides a basis for the regulation of the flavor quality of shrimp paste products.

Thrombin increases the expression of cholesterol 25-hydroxylase in rat astrocytes after spinal cord injury

Astrocytes are important cellular centers of cholesterol synthesis and metabolism that help maintain normal physiological function at the organism level.Spinal cord injury results in aberrant cholesterol metabolism by astrocytes and excessive production of oxysterols,which have profound effects on neuropathology.25-Hydroxycholesterol(25-HC),the main product of the membrane-associated enzyme cholesterol-25-hydroxylase(CH25H),plays important roles in mediating neuroinflammation.However,whether the abnormal astrocyte cholesterol metabolism induced by spinal cord injury contributes to the production of 25-HC,as well as the resulting pathological effects,remain unclear.In the present study,spinal cord injury-induced activation of thrombin was found to increase astrocyte CH25H expression.A protease-activated receptor 1 inhibitor was able to attenuate this effect in vitro and in vivo.In cultured primary astrocytes,thrombin interacted with protease-activated receptor 1,mainly through activation of the mitogen-activated protein kinase/nuclear factor-kappa B signaling pathway.Conditioned culture medium from astrocytes in which ch25h expression had been knocked down by siRNA reduced macrophage migration.Finally,injection of the protease activated receptor 1 inhibitor SCH79797 into rat neural sheaths following spinal cord injury reduced migration of microglia/macrophages to the injured site and largely restored motor function.Our results demonstrate a novel regulatory mechanism for thrombin-regulated cholesterol metabolism in astrocytes that could be used to develop anti-inflammatory drugs to treat patients with spinal cord injury.

一种光伏发电用高增益多电平逆变器

针对传统的多电平逆变器存在有源器件数量较多、电容电压不平衡、结构复杂以及电压增益低的问题,提出一种降低器件数量且可扩展的多电平逆变器。该逆变器由开关电容单元和两个半桥组成,使用1个直流电源、3个电容、13个开关管,实现4倍电压增益和九电平交流输出电压。该逆变器通过2个半桥代替后端H桥转换输出电压极性,可以有效降低开关管总电压应力。在所提逆变器的扩展结构中,电容逐级充电的工作方式进一步提高了电压增益和输出电平数。首先,详细阐述了所提逆变器的工作模式、调制策略、电容分析、电压应力计算和电路参数设计。然后,与其他类似多电平逆变器进行了比较。最后,通过仿真与实验验证了所提逆变器的可行性和理论分析的正确性。

Variability of Raindrop Size Distribution during a Regional Freezing Rain Event in the Jianghan Plain of Central China

The characteristics of the raindrop size distribution(DSD)during regional freezing rain(FR)events that occur throughout the phase change(from liquid to solid)are poorly understood due to limited observations.We investigate the evolution of microphysical parameters and the key formation mechanisms of regional FR using the DSDs from five disdrometer sites in January 2018 in the Jianghan Plain(JHP)of Central China.FR is identified via the size and velocity distribution measured from a disdrometer,the discrete Fréchet distancemethod,surface temperature,human observations,and sounding data.With the persistence of precipitation,the emergence of graupel or snowflakes significantly reduces the proportion of FR.The enhancement of this regional FR event is mainly dominated by the increase in the number concentration of raindrops but weakly affected by the diameters.To improve the accuracy of quantitative precipitation estimation for the FR event,a modified second-degree polynomial relation between the shapeμand slopeΛof gamma DSDs is derived,and a new Z-R(radar reflectivity to rain rate)relationship is developed.The mean values of mass-weighted mean diameters(D_(m))and generalized intercepts(lgN_(w))in FR are close to the stratiform results in the northern region of China.Both the melting of tiny-rimed graupels and large-dry snowflakes are a response to the formation of this regional FR process in the JHP,dominated by the joint influence of the physical mechanism of warm rain,vapor deposition,and aggregation/riming coupled with the effect of weak convective motion in some periods.

Correlation between dominant bacterial community and non-volatile organic compounds during the fermentation of shrimp sauces

Shrimp sauce,one of the traditional salt-fermented food in China,has a unique flavor that is influenced by the resident microflora.The quality of salt-fermented shrimp sauce was evaluated in this work by determining the total volatile basic nitrogen(TVB-N),the amino acid nitrogen(AAN),organic acid,5’-nucleotide and free amino acids(FAA).Moreover,the dynamics of microbial diversity during processing was investigated by using high-throughput sequencing technology.The results showed that the AAN,TVB-N,organic acid,5’-nucleotide and FAA content were in range of 0.93-1.42 g/100 mL,49.91-236.27 mg/100 mL,6.65-20.68 mg/mL,3.51-6.56 mg/mL and 81.27-102.90 mg/mL.Among the microbial diversity found in the shrimp sauce,Tetragenococcus,Flavobacterium,Polaribacter,Haematospirillum and Staphylococcus were the predominant genera.Correlation analysis indicated that the bacteria Tetragenococcus and Staphylococcus were important in the formation of non-volatile compounds.Tetragenococcus positively correlated with a variety of FAAs;Staphylococcus positively correlated with 5’-nucleotides.The analysis indicated that Tetragenococcus and Staphylococcus were the core genera affecting non-volatile components.These findings indicate the dynamics of the bacterial community and non-volatile components inter-relationships during shrimp sauce fermentation and provide a theoretical basis for improving the fermentation process of shrimp sauce.

RANKL^(+) senescent cells under mechanical stress: a therapeutic target for orthodontic root resorption using senolytics

In dentistry,orthodontic root resorption is a long-lasting issue with no effective treatment strategy,and its mechanisms,especially those related to senescent cells,remain largely unknown.Here,we used an orthodontic intrusion tooth movement model with an L-loop in rats to demonstrate that mechanical stress-induced senescent cells aggravate apical root resorption,which was prevented by administering senolytics(a dasatinib and quercetin cocktail).