Wastewater surveillance(WWS)can leverage its wide coverage,population-based sampling,and high monitoring frequency to capture citywide pandemic trends independent of clinical surveillance.Here we conducted a nine mont...Wastewater surveillance(WWS)can leverage its wide coverage,population-based sampling,and high monitoring frequency to capture citywide pandemic trends independent of clinical surveillance.Here we conducted a nine months daily WWS for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2(SARSCoV-2)from 12 wastewater treatment plants(WWTPs),covering approximately 80%of the population,to monitor infection dynamics in Hong Kong,China.We found that the SARS-CoV-2 virus concentration in wastewater was correlated with the daily number of reported cases and reached two pandemic peaks three days earlier during the study period.In addition,two different methods were established to estimate the prevalence/incidence rates from wastewater measurements.The estimated results from wastewater were consistent with findings from two independent citywide clinical surveillance programmes(rapid antigen test(RAT)surveillance and serology surveillance),but higher than the cases number reported by the Centre for Health Protection(CHP)of Hong Kong,China.Moreover,the effective reproductive number(R_(t))was estimated from wastewater measurements to reflect both citywide and regional transmission dynamics.Our findings demonstrate that large-scale intensive WWS from WWTPs provides cost-effective and timely public health information,especially when the clinical surveillance is inadequate and costly.This approach also provides insights into pandemic dynamics at higher spatiotemporal resolutions,facilitating the formulation of effective control policies and targeted resource allocation.展开更多
Equipment systems-of-systems (SOS) effectiveness evaluation can provide important reference for construction and optimization of the equipment SoS. After discussing the basic theory and methods of parallel experimen...Equipment systems-of-systems (SOS) effectiveness evaluation can provide important reference for construction and optimization of the equipment SoS. After discussing the basic theory and methods of parallel experiments, we depict an SoS effectiveness analysis and evaluation method using parallel expe- riments theory in detail. A case study is carried out which takes the missile defense system as an example. An artificial system of the missile defense system is constructed with the multi-agent modeling method. Then, single factor, multiple factors and defense position deployment computational experiments are carried out and evaluated with the statistical analysis method. Experiment re- sults show that the altitude of the secondary interception missile is not the key factor which affects SoS effectiveness and putting the defense position ahead will increase defense effectiveness. The case study demonstrates the feasibility of the proposed method.展开更多
There are several major pathological changes in Alzheimer's disease, including apoptosis of cho- linergic neurons, overactivity or overexpression of 13-site amyloid precursor protein cleaving enzyme 1 (BACE1) and i...There are several major pathological changes in Alzheimer's disease, including apoptosis of cho- linergic neurons, overactivity or overexpression of 13-site amyloid precursor protein cleaving enzyme 1 (BACE1) and inflammation. In this study, we synthesized a 19-nt oligonucleotide targeting BACE1, the key enzyme in amyloid beta protein (AI3) production, and introduced it into the pSilenCircle vector to construct a short hairpin (shRNA) expression plasmid against the BACE1 gene. We transfected this vector into C17.2 neural stem cells and primary neural stem cells, resulting in downregulation of the BACE1 gene, which in turn induced a considerable reduction in reducing AI3 protein production. We anticipate that this technique combining cell transplantation and gene ther- apy will open up novel therapeutic avenues for Alzheimer's disease, particularly because it can be used to simultaneously target several pathogenetic changes in the disease.展开更多
Ballistic missile defense system (BMDS) is important for its special role in ensuring national security and maintaining strategic balance. Research on modeling and simulation of the BMDS beforehand is essential as dev...Ballistic missile defense system (BMDS) is important for its special role in ensuring national security and maintaining strategic balance. Research on modeling and simulation of the BMDS beforehand is essential as developing a real one requires lots of manpower and resources. BMDS is a typical complex system for its nonlinear, adaptive and uncertainty characteristics. The agent-based modeling method is well suited for the complex system whose overall behaviors are determined by interactions among individual elements. A multi-agent decision support system (DSS), which includes missile agent, radar agent and command center agent, is established based on the studies of structure and function of BMDS. Considering the constraints brought by radar, intercept missile, offensive missile and commander, the objective function of DSS is established. In order to dynamically generate the optimal interception plan, the variable neighborhood negative selection particle swarm optimization (VNNSPSO) algorithm is proposed to support the decision making of DSS. The proposed algorithm is compared with the standard PSO, constriction factor PSO (CFPSO), inertia weight linear decrease PSO (LDPSO), variable neighborhood PSO (VNPSO) algorithm from the aspects of convergence rate, iteration number, average fitness value and standard deviation. The simulation results verify the efficiency of the proposed algorithm. The multi-agent DSS is developed through the Repast simulation platform and the constructed DSS can generate intercept plans automatically and support three-dimensional dynamic display of missile defense process.展开更多
Invertase is a key enzyme in sucrose catabolism and crucial for plant assimilate distribution. With the development of molecularbiology, a lot of invertsae genes were cloned recently, and significant progress have bee...Invertase is a key enzyme in sucrose catabolism and crucial for plant assimilate distribution. With the development of molecularbiology, a lot of invertsae genes were cloned recently, and significant progress have been made in regulators on the expression of invertase genes.Thus, this article summarized theresearch progress of invertase in biological characteristics, molecular characteristics and expression regulation.展开更多
A self-organized integrated air-ground detection swarmis tentatively applied to achieve reentry vehicle landing detection,such as searching and rescuing a manned spaceship. The detectionswarm consists of multiple unma...A self-organized integrated air-ground detection swarmis tentatively applied to achieve reentry vehicle landing detection,such as searching and rescuing a manned spaceship. The detectionswarm consists of multiple unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). The UAVs can accessa detected object quickly for high mobility, while the UGVs cancomprehensively investigate the object due to the variety of carriedequipment. In addition, the integrated air-ground detectionswarm is capable of detecting from the ground and the air simultaneously.To accomplish the coordination of the UGVs andUAVs, they are all regarded as individuals of the artificial swarm.Those individuals make control decisions independently of othersbased on the self-organizing strategy. The overall requirements forthe detection swarm are analyzed, and the theoretical model ofthe self-organizing strategy based on a combined individual andenvironmental virtual function is established. The numerical investigationproves that the self-organizing strategy is suitable andscalable to control the detection swarm. To further inspect the engineeringreliability, an experiment set is established in laboratory,and the experimental demonstration shows that the self-organizingstrategy drives the detection swarm forming a close range and multiangularsurveillance configuration of a landing spot.展开更多
With Yunyan 87 as an experimental material, the effects of different transplanting dates on the growth and development of tobacco plants and the yield and quality of cured tobacco leaves were studied in Lingbao City, ...With Yunyan 87 as an experimental material, the effects of different transplanting dates on the growth and development of tobacco plants and the yield and quality of cured tobacco leaves were studied in Lingbao City, Sanmenxia City. With the postponement of transplanting date, the growth period in field was prolonged, and the plant height and leaf area both increased at first and decreased then. TMV, weather fleck and brown spot all showed an incidence and a disease index decreased with the postponement of transplanting date. The total sugar and reducing sugar contents of the cured tobacco leaves from the upper and middle part increased at first and decreased then with the postponement of transplanting date. The main nitrogenous compounds decreased at first and increased then. The economic traits and leaf class were on the decrease.展开更多
The technical challenges associated with deep underground space activities have become increasingly significant.Among these challenges,one major concern is the assessment of rockburst risks and the instability of rock...The technical challenges associated with deep underground space activities have become increasingly significant.Among these challenges,one major concern is the assessment of rockburst risks and the instability of rock masses.Extensive research has been conducted by numerous scholars to mitigate the risks and prevent occurrences of rockburst through various assessment methods.Rockburst incidents commonly occur during the excavation of hard rock in underground environments,posing severe threats to personnel safety,equipment integrity,and operational continuity.Thus,it is crucial to systematically document real cases of rockburst,allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms and triggering conditions.This understanding will contribute to the advancement of rockburst prediction and prevention methods.Proper selection of an appropriate rockburst assessment method is a fundamental aspect in underground operations.However,there is a limited number of studies that summarize and compare different prediction and prevention methods of rockburst.This paper aims to address this gap by analyzing global trends using CiteSpace software since 1990.It discusses rockburst classification and characteristics,comprehensively reviews research findings related to rockburst prediction,including empirical,simulation,mathematical modeling,and microseismic monitoring methods.Additionally,the paper presents a compilation of current rockburst prevention measures.Notably,the paper emphasizes the significance of control strategies,which provide key insights into the effective utilization of stored energy within rock.Finally,the paper concludes by suggesting six directions for implementing intelligent management techniques to mitigate hazards during underground operations and reduce the probability of rockburst incidents.展开更多
Background:Toxoplasmic encephalitis(TE)is the most frequent cause of expansive brain lesions among patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome(AIDS).However,the optimal timing of antiretroviral therapy(ART)initia...Background:Toxoplasmic encephalitis(TE)is the most frequent cause of expansive brain lesions among patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome(AIDS).However,the optimal timing of antiretroviral therapy(ART)initiation in these patients remains controversial.This study aims to investigate the differences in outcomes of ART initiation at different times,in order to help clarify the treatment timing of AIDS-associated TE.Methods:This multicenter prospective observational study included 87 patients recruited from 11 research centers in China(from March 2019 to December 2022).Of the patients,38 were assigned to the early ART group(initiating ART within 2 weeks after anti-Toxoplasma treatment initiation),and the remaining 49 patients received deferred ART(initiating ART at least 2 weeks after anti-Toxoplasma treatment initiation).The main outcomes includedmortality and emergence of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome(IRIS).Human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)-1 viral load and CD4^(+)T-cell counts at weeks 24 and 48 were observed.Results:The number of deaths(1 vs.5,P=0.225)and incidence of IRIS(2.6%vs.0,P=0.437)were not significantly different between the early and deferred ART groups at week 48.Early ART initiation did not contribute significantly to HIV-1 viral load control(<50 copies/mL,n=8 vs.n=3 at week 24,P=0.142;n=7 vs.n=7 atweek 48,P=1.000).The median CD4^(+)T-cell counts between the two groups were not significantly different,either at week 24(155 vs.91 cells/mm^(3),P=0.837)or atweek 48(181 vs.146 cells/mm^(3),P=0.219).Conclusion:In patients with AIDS-associated TE,early ART initiation was not significantly different from deferred ART initiation in terms of incidence of mortality,IRIS,and HIV virological and immunological outcomes.Trial registration:This study was registered(registration number:ChiCTR1900021195)as one of 12 clinical trials under the title of a general project at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry(chictr.gov)on February 1,2019.Enrollment for this study began inMarch 2019.展开更多
Understanding the underlying mechanisms and links between genome evolution and adaptive innovations stands as a key goal in evolutionary studies.Poplars,among the world’s most widely distributed and cultivated trees,...Understanding the underlying mechanisms and links between genome evolution and adaptive innovations stands as a key goal in evolutionary studies.Poplars,among the world’s most widely distributed and cultivated trees,exhibit extensive phenotypic diversity and environmental adaptability.In this study,we present a genus-level super-pangenome comprising 19 Populus genomes,revealing the likely pivotal role of private genes in facilitating local environmental and climate adaptation.Through the integration of pangenomes with transcriptomes,methylomes,and chromatin accessibility mapping,we unveil that the evolutionary trajectories of pangenes and duplicated genes are closely linked to local genomic landscapes of regulatory and epigenetic architectures,notably CG methylation in gene-body regions.Further comparative genomic analyses have enabled the identification of 142202 structural variants across species that intersect with a significant number of genes and contribute substantially to both phenotypic and adaptive divergence.We have experimentally validated a∼180-bp presence/absence variant affecting the expression of the CUC2 gene,crucial for leaf serration formation.Finally,we developed a user-friendly web-based tool encompassing the multi-omics resources associated with the Populus super-pangenome(http://www.populus-superpangenome.com).Together,the present pioneering super-pangenome resource in forest trees not only aids in the advancement of breeding efforts of this globally important tree genus but also offers valuable insights into potential avenues for comprehending tree biology.展开更多
The development and synthesis of cathode electrocatalysts with high activity and durable stability for metal-air batteries is an important challenge in the area of electrocatalysis.Herein,we introduce a novel in-situ ...The development and synthesis of cathode electrocatalysts with high activity and durable stability for metal-air batteries is an important challenge in the area of electrocatalysis.Herein,we introduce a novel in-situ nitriding and phosphating strategy for producing W_(3)N_(4)and WP from phosphotungstic acid(HPW)-polyaniline-phytic acid-Fe3+organic-inorganic hybrid material.The final material has a three-dimensional porous framework with W_(3)N_(4)-WP heterostructures embedded in the carbon matrix(W_(3)N_(4)-WP@NPC).As-made materials exhibit exceptional electrocatalytic performance for the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR),with a diffusion-limiting current density of 6.9 mA·cm^(−2)and a half-wave potential of 0.82 V.As a Zn-air primary cathode,the W_(3)N_(4)-WP@NPC assembled battery can provide a relatively high peak power density(194.2 mW·cm^(−2)).As a Zn-air secondary air-cathode,it has great cycling stability over 500 h.This work provides a simple and efficient method for rationally designing high-performance air cathodes from copolymer-anchored polyoxometalates.展开更多
Halomonas bluephagenesis TD serves as an exceptional chassis for next generation industrial biotechnology to produce various products.However,the simultaneous editing of multiple loci in H.bluephagenesis TD remains a ...Halomonas bluephagenesis TD serves as an exceptional chassis for next generation industrial biotechnology to produce various products.However,the simultaneous editing of multiple loci in H.bluephagenesis TD remains a significant challenge.Herein,we report the development of a multiple loci genome editing system,named CRISPR-deaminase-assisted base editor(CRISPR-BE)in H.bluephagenesis TD.This system comprises two components:a cytidine(CRISPR-cBE)and an adenosine(CRISPR-aBE)deaminase-based base editor.CRISPR-cBE can introduce a cytidine to thymidine mutation with an efficiency of up to 100%within a 7-nt editing window in H.bluephagenesis TD.Similarly,CRISPR-aBE demonstrates an efficiency of up to 100%in converting adenosine to guanosine mutation within a 7-nt editing window.CRISPR-cBE has been further validated and successfully employed for simultaneous multiplexed editing in H.bluephagenesis TD.Our findings reveal that CRISPR-cBE efficiently inactivated all six copies of the IS1086 gene simultaneously by introducing stop codon.This system achieved an editing efficiency of 100%and 41.67%in inactivating two genes and three genes,respectively.By substituting the Pcas promoter with the inducible promoter PMmp1,we optimized CRISPR-cBE system and ultimately achieved 100%editing efficiency in inactivating three genes.In conclusion,our research offers a robust and efficient method for concurrently modifying multiple loci in H.bluephagenesis TD,opening up vast possibilities for industrial applications in the future.展开更多
Background:To compare the efficacy of Ex-PRESS implantation versus trabeculectomy combined with phacoemulsification.Methods:A retrospective 12-month study on patients with coincident primary open-angle glaucoma(POAG)a...Background:To compare the efficacy of Ex-PRESS implantation versus trabeculectomy combined with phacoemulsification.Methods:A retrospective 12-month study on patients with coincident primary open-angle glaucoma(POAG)and cataract.The patients underwent combined phacoemulsification and Ex-PRESS implant(Phaco-ExPRESS,n=35)or phacotrabeculectomy(Phaco-Trab,n=35).The morphological structures of the filtering bleb were examined by slitlamp,anterior segment optical coherence tomography(AS-OCT)and in vivo confocal microscopy(IVCM).Complete success was defined as postoperative intraocular pressure(IOP)<18 mmHg without the use of anti-glaucoma medication.Qualified success was defined as postoperative IOP<18 mmHg with or without anti-glaucoma medications.The data were collected preoperatively and postoperatively at 2 weeks,1 month,3 months,6 months,and 12 months.Results:No significant difference in the variables such as age,IOP and perimetry was found between the groups of Phaco-ExPRESS and Phaco-Trab.At the one-year postoperative visit for filtering blebs,Phaco-ExPRESS increased the mean area of epithelial microcysts significantly from 0.10±0.05 to 0.20±0.09μm^(2)perμm^(2),while Phaco-Trab decreased the mean area significantly from 0.08±0.04 to 0.04±0.06μm^(2)perμm^(2).Notably,the hyperreflective dots detected by IVCM decreased by 84.9%in Phaco-ExPRESS but increased by 36.3%in Phaco-Trab.The hyperreflective dots were further identified as neutrophil-and monocyte-like cells.The number of these cells were negatively correlated with the microcysts area(r=−0.7,P<0.01)but positively associated with the grade of connective tissue(r=0.5,P<0.01).By creating different microstructural changes in the filtering blebs,Phaco-ExPRESS produced a higher complete success rate(84.9%vs.41.2%,P<0.01)and significant decrease in the number of anti-glaucoma medications(P<0.01)when compared with those in Phaco-Trab.However,the qualified success showed no significant difference between the two groups(100.0%vs.91.2%,P=0.24).Conclusions:At the one-year follow-up,Phaco-ExPRESS generated better filtering bleb with larger area of microcysts,looser connective tissues,and less inflammation than that of Phaco-Trab,providing adequate IOP control and less IOP-lowering medications.These findings indicate that Phaco-ExPRESS could be more preferred than Phaco-Trab for the treatment of patients with coincident POAG and cataract.展开更多
Integrase strand transfer inhibitors(INSTIs)have emerged as the first‐line choice for treating human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)infection due to their superior efficacy and safety.However,the impact of INSTIs on the ...Integrase strand transfer inhibitors(INSTIs)have emerged as the first‐line choice for treating human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)infection due to their superior efficacy and safety.However,the impact of INSTIs on the development of neuropsychiatric conditions in people living with HIV(PLWH)is not fully understood due to limited data.In this study,we conducted a cross‐sectional examination of PLWH receiving antiretroviral therapy,with a specific focus on HIV‐positive men who have sex with men(MSM)on INSTI‐based regimens(n=61)and efavirenz(EFV)‐based regimens(n=28).Participants underwent comprehensive neuropsychiatric evaluations and multimodal magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)scans,including T1‐weighted images and resting‐state functional MRI.Compared to the EFV group,the INSTI group exhibited primarily reduced gray matter volume(GMV)in the right superior parietal gyrus,higher regional homogeneity(ReHo)in the left postcentral gyrus,lower ReHo in the right orbital part of the inferior frontal gyrus,and increased voxel‐wise functional connectivity for the seed region in the left inferior temporal gyrus with clusters in the right cuneus.Furthermore,the analysis revealed a main effect of antiretroviral drugs on GMV changes,but no main effect of neuropsychiatric disorders or their interaction.The repeated analysis of participants who did not switch regimens confirmed the GMV changes in the INSTI group,validating the initial findings.Our study demonstrated gray matter atrophy and functional brain changes in PLWH on INSTI‐based regimens compared to those on EFV‐based regimens.These neuroimaging results provide valuable insights into the characteristics of brain network modifications in PLWH receiving INSTI‐based regimens。展开更多
基金financially supported by the Health and Medical Research Fund(COVID1903015)the Food and Health Bureau,the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region(SAR),China+1 种基金supported by the AIR@InnoHK(KL,GML,and JTW)Health@InnoHK(MP and LLMP)administered by the Innovation and Technology Commission of the Government of the Hong Kong SAR.
文摘Wastewater surveillance(WWS)can leverage its wide coverage,population-based sampling,and high monitoring frequency to capture citywide pandemic trends independent of clinical surveillance.Here we conducted a nine months daily WWS for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2(SARSCoV-2)from 12 wastewater treatment plants(WWTPs),covering approximately 80%of the population,to monitor infection dynamics in Hong Kong,China.We found that the SARS-CoV-2 virus concentration in wastewater was correlated with the daily number of reported cases and reached two pandemic peaks three days earlier during the study period.In addition,two different methods were established to estimate the prevalence/incidence rates from wastewater measurements.The estimated results from wastewater were consistent with findings from two independent citywide clinical surveillance programmes(rapid antigen test(RAT)surveillance and serology surveillance),but higher than the cases number reported by the Centre for Health Protection(CHP)of Hong Kong,China.Moreover,the effective reproductive number(R_(t))was estimated from wastewater measurements to reflect both citywide and regional transmission dynamics.Our findings demonstrate that large-scale intensive WWS from WWTPs provides cost-effective and timely public health information,especially when the clinical surveillance is inadequate and costly.This approach also provides insights into pandemic dynamics at higher spatiotemporal resolutions,facilitating the formulation of effective control policies and targeted resource allocation.
文摘Equipment systems-of-systems (SOS) effectiveness evaluation can provide important reference for construction and optimization of the equipment SoS. After discussing the basic theory and methods of parallel experiments, we depict an SoS effectiveness analysis and evaluation method using parallel expe- riments theory in detail. A case study is carried out which takes the missile defense system as an example. An artificial system of the missile defense system is constructed with the multi-agent modeling method. Then, single factor, multiple factors and defense position deployment computational experiments are carried out and evaluated with the statistical analysis method. Experiment re- sults show that the altitude of the secondary interception missile is not the key factor which affects SoS effectiveness and putting the defense position ahead will increase defense effectiveness. The case study demonstrates the feasibility of the proposed method.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81271476the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province,No.S2011010004366
文摘There are several major pathological changes in Alzheimer's disease, including apoptosis of cho- linergic neurons, overactivity or overexpression of 13-site amyloid precursor protein cleaving enzyme 1 (BACE1) and inflammation. In this study, we synthesized a 19-nt oligonucleotide targeting BACE1, the key enzyme in amyloid beta protein (AI3) production, and introduced it into the pSilenCircle vector to construct a short hairpin (shRNA) expression plasmid against the BACE1 gene. We transfected this vector into C17.2 neural stem cells and primary neural stem cells, resulting in downregulation of the BACE1 gene, which in turn induced a considerable reduction in reducing AI3 protein production. We anticipate that this technique combining cell transplantation and gene ther- apy will open up novel therapeutic avenues for Alzheimer's disease, particularly because it can be used to simultaneously target several pathogenetic changes in the disease.
文摘Ballistic missile defense system (BMDS) is important for its special role in ensuring national security and maintaining strategic balance. Research on modeling and simulation of the BMDS beforehand is essential as developing a real one requires lots of manpower and resources. BMDS is a typical complex system for its nonlinear, adaptive and uncertainty characteristics. The agent-based modeling method is well suited for the complex system whose overall behaviors are determined by interactions among individual elements. A multi-agent decision support system (DSS), which includes missile agent, radar agent and command center agent, is established based on the studies of structure and function of BMDS. Considering the constraints brought by radar, intercept missile, offensive missile and commander, the objective function of DSS is established. In order to dynamically generate the optimal interception plan, the variable neighborhood negative selection particle swarm optimization (VNNSPSO) algorithm is proposed to support the decision making of DSS. The proposed algorithm is compared with the standard PSO, constriction factor PSO (CFPSO), inertia weight linear decrease PSO (LDPSO), variable neighborhood PSO (VNPSO) algorithm from the aspects of convergence rate, iteration number, average fitness value and standard deviation. The simulation results verify the efficiency of the proposed algorithm. The multi-agent DSS is developed through the Repast simulation platform and the constructed DSS can generate intercept plans automatically and support three-dimensional dynamic display of missile defense process.
文摘Invertase is a key enzyme in sucrose catabolism and crucial for plant assimilate distribution. With the development of molecularbiology, a lot of invertsae genes were cloned recently, and significant progress have been made in regulators on the expression of invertase genes.Thus, this article summarized theresearch progress of invertase in biological characteristics, molecular characteristics and expression regulation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11002076)the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China(863 Program)(2014AA7041002)
文摘A self-organized integrated air-ground detection swarmis tentatively applied to achieve reentry vehicle landing detection,such as searching and rescuing a manned spaceship. The detectionswarm consists of multiple unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). The UAVs can accessa detected object quickly for high mobility, while the UGVs cancomprehensively investigate the object due to the variety of carriedequipment. In addition, the integrated air-ground detectionswarm is capable of detecting from the ground and the air simultaneously.To accomplish the coordination of the UGVs andUAVs, they are all regarded as individuals of the artificial swarm.Those individuals make control decisions independently of othersbased on the self-organizing strategy. The overall requirements forthe detection swarm are analyzed, and the theoretical model ofthe self-organizing strategy based on a combined individual andenvironmental virtual function is established. The numerical investigationproves that the self-organizing strategy is suitable andscalable to control the detection swarm. To further inspect the engineeringreliability, an experiment set is established in laboratory,and the experimental demonstration shows that the self-organizingstrategy drives the detection swarm forming a close range and multiangularsurveillance configuration of a landing spot.
文摘With Yunyan 87 as an experimental material, the effects of different transplanting dates on the growth and development of tobacco plants and the yield and quality of cured tobacco leaves were studied in Lingbao City, Sanmenxia City. With the postponement of transplanting date, the growth period in field was prolonged, and the plant height and leaf area both increased at first and decreased then. TMV, weather fleck and brown spot all showed an incidence and a disease index decreased with the postponement of transplanting date. The total sugar and reducing sugar contents of the cured tobacco leaves from the upper and middle part increased at first and decreased then with the postponement of transplanting date. The main nitrogenous compounds decreased at first and increased then. The economic traits and leaf class were on the decrease.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation Project of China(Grant Nos.42177164 and 72088101)the Distinguished Youth Science Foundation of Hunan Province of China(Grant No.2022JJ10073).
文摘The technical challenges associated with deep underground space activities have become increasingly significant.Among these challenges,one major concern is the assessment of rockburst risks and the instability of rock masses.Extensive research has been conducted by numerous scholars to mitigate the risks and prevent occurrences of rockburst through various assessment methods.Rockburst incidents commonly occur during the excavation of hard rock in underground environments,posing severe threats to personnel safety,equipment integrity,and operational continuity.Thus,it is crucial to systematically document real cases of rockburst,allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms and triggering conditions.This understanding will contribute to the advancement of rockburst prediction and prevention methods.Proper selection of an appropriate rockburst assessment method is a fundamental aspect in underground operations.However,there is a limited number of studies that summarize and compare different prediction and prevention methods of rockburst.This paper aims to address this gap by analyzing global trends using CiteSpace software since 1990.It discusses rockburst classification and characteristics,comprehensively reviews research findings related to rockburst prediction,including empirical,simulation,mathematical modeling,and microseismic monitoring methods.Additionally,the paper presents a compilation of current rockburst prevention measures.Notably,the paper emphasizes the significance of control strategies,which provide key insights into the effective utilization of stored energy within rock.Finally,the paper concludes by suggesting six directions for implementing intelligent management techniques to mitigate hazards during underground operations and reduce the probability of rockburst incidents.
基金supported by the National Science and Technology Major Project of China during the 13th Five-year Plan Period(2018ZX10302104)Key Project of Joint Medical Research Project of Science and Health in Chongqing in 2019(2019ZDXM012)+1 种基金the Joint Medical Research Projects of Chongqing Municipal Health Committee and Chongqing Municipal Science and Technology Bureau(2020MSXM097,2022QNXM032,2020FYYX066,2018MSXM013)the medical scientific research project of Chongqing Health Commission(2022WSJK037).
文摘Background:Toxoplasmic encephalitis(TE)is the most frequent cause of expansive brain lesions among patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome(AIDS).However,the optimal timing of antiretroviral therapy(ART)initiation in these patients remains controversial.This study aims to investigate the differences in outcomes of ART initiation at different times,in order to help clarify the treatment timing of AIDS-associated TE.Methods:This multicenter prospective observational study included 87 patients recruited from 11 research centers in China(from March 2019 to December 2022).Of the patients,38 were assigned to the early ART group(initiating ART within 2 weeks after anti-Toxoplasma treatment initiation),and the remaining 49 patients received deferred ART(initiating ART at least 2 weeks after anti-Toxoplasma treatment initiation).The main outcomes includedmortality and emergence of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome(IRIS).Human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)-1 viral load and CD4^(+)T-cell counts at weeks 24 and 48 were observed.Results:The number of deaths(1 vs.5,P=0.225)and incidence of IRIS(2.6%vs.0,P=0.437)were not significantly different between the early and deferred ART groups at week 48.Early ART initiation did not contribute significantly to HIV-1 viral load control(<50 copies/mL,n=8 vs.n=3 at week 24,P=0.142;n=7 vs.n=7 atweek 48,P=1.000).The median CD4^(+)T-cell counts between the two groups were not significantly different,either at week 24(155 vs.91 cells/mm^(3),P=0.837)or atweek 48(181 vs.146 cells/mm^(3),P=0.219).Conclusion:In patients with AIDS-associated TE,early ART initiation was not significantly different from deferred ART initiation in terms of incidence of mortality,IRIS,and HIV virological and immunological outcomes.Trial registration:This study was registered(registration number:ChiCTR1900021195)as one of 12 clinical trials under the title of a general project at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry(chictr.gov)on February 1,2019.Enrollment for this study began inMarch 2019.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFD2201200 to J.W.and 2021YFD2200202 to T.Y.and J.L.)National Natural Science Foundation of China(32371695 and 31971567 to J.W.)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2023SCUNL105 and SCU2022D003 to J.W.).
文摘Understanding the underlying mechanisms and links between genome evolution and adaptive innovations stands as a key goal in evolutionary studies.Poplars,among the world’s most widely distributed and cultivated trees,exhibit extensive phenotypic diversity and environmental adaptability.In this study,we present a genus-level super-pangenome comprising 19 Populus genomes,revealing the likely pivotal role of private genes in facilitating local environmental and climate adaptation.Through the integration of pangenomes with transcriptomes,methylomes,and chromatin accessibility mapping,we unveil that the evolutionary trajectories of pangenes and duplicated genes are closely linked to local genomic landscapes of regulatory and epigenetic architectures,notably CG methylation in gene-body regions.Further comparative genomic analyses have enabled the identification of 142202 structural variants across species that intersect with a significant number of genes and contribute substantially to both phenotypic and adaptive divergence.We have experimentally validated a∼180-bp presence/absence variant affecting the expression of the CUC2 gene,crucial for leaf serration formation.Finally,we developed a user-friendly web-based tool encompassing the multi-omics resources associated with the Populus super-pangenome(http://www.populus-superpangenome.com).Together,the present pioneering super-pangenome resource in forest trees not only aids in the advancement of breeding efforts of this globally important tree genus but also offers valuable insights into potential avenues for comprehending tree biology.
基金the Hubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation and Huangshi of China(No.2022CFD039)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22008058)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20220912)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2022M711607).
文摘The development and synthesis of cathode electrocatalysts with high activity and durable stability for metal-air batteries is an important challenge in the area of electrocatalysis.Herein,we introduce a novel in-situ nitriding and phosphating strategy for producing W_(3)N_(4)and WP from phosphotungstic acid(HPW)-polyaniline-phytic acid-Fe3+organic-inorganic hybrid material.The final material has a three-dimensional porous framework with W_(3)N_(4)-WP heterostructures embedded in the carbon matrix(W_(3)N_(4)-WP@NPC).As-made materials exhibit exceptional electrocatalytic performance for the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR),with a diffusion-limiting current density of 6.9 mA·cm^(−2)and a half-wave potential of 0.82 V.As a Zn-air primary cathode,the W_(3)N_(4)-WP@NPC assembled battery can provide a relatively high peak power density(194.2 mW·cm^(−2)).As a Zn-air secondary air-cathode,it has great cycling stability over 500 h.This work provides a simple and efficient method for rationally designing high-performance air cathodes from copolymer-anchored polyoxometalates.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.32171415)the Chongqing Talents Top Youth Talent Program(No.CQYC202105065).
文摘Halomonas bluephagenesis TD serves as an exceptional chassis for next generation industrial biotechnology to produce various products.However,the simultaneous editing of multiple loci in H.bluephagenesis TD remains a significant challenge.Herein,we report the development of a multiple loci genome editing system,named CRISPR-deaminase-assisted base editor(CRISPR-BE)in H.bluephagenesis TD.This system comprises two components:a cytidine(CRISPR-cBE)and an adenosine(CRISPR-aBE)deaminase-based base editor.CRISPR-cBE can introduce a cytidine to thymidine mutation with an efficiency of up to 100%within a 7-nt editing window in H.bluephagenesis TD.Similarly,CRISPR-aBE demonstrates an efficiency of up to 100%in converting adenosine to guanosine mutation within a 7-nt editing window.CRISPR-cBE has been further validated and successfully employed for simultaneous multiplexed editing in H.bluephagenesis TD.Our findings reveal that CRISPR-cBE efficiently inactivated all six copies of the IS1086 gene simultaneously by introducing stop codon.This system achieved an editing efficiency of 100%and 41.67%in inactivating two genes and three genes,respectively.By substituting the Pcas promoter with the inducible promoter PMmp1,we optimized CRISPR-cBE system and ultimately achieved 100%editing efficiency in inactivating three genes.In conclusion,our research offers a robust and efficient method for concurrently modifying multiple loci in H.bluephagenesis TD,opening up vast possibilities for industrial applications in the future.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(Grant No.2018A030313833)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(Grant No.2020A1515010103)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation Incubation Program of Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital(Grant No.KY01201147 and KY01201146).
文摘Background:To compare the efficacy of Ex-PRESS implantation versus trabeculectomy combined with phacoemulsification.Methods:A retrospective 12-month study on patients with coincident primary open-angle glaucoma(POAG)and cataract.The patients underwent combined phacoemulsification and Ex-PRESS implant(Phaco-ExPRESS,n=35)or phacotrabeculectomy(Phaco-Trab,n=35).The morphological structures of the filtering bleb were examined by slitlamp,anterior segment optical coherence tomography(AS-OCT)and in vivo confocal microscopy(IVCM).Complete success was defined as postoperative intraocular pressure(IOP)<18 mmHg without the use of anti-glaucoma medication.Qualified success was defined as postoperative IOP<18 mmHg with or without anti-glaucoma medications.The data were collected preoperatively and postoperatively at 2 weeks,1 month,3 months,6 months,and 12 months.Results:No significant difference in the variables such as age,IOP and perimetry was found between the groups of Phaco-ExPRESS and Phaco-Trab.At the one-year postoperative visit for filtering blebs,Phaco-ExPRESS increased the mean area of epithelial microcysts significantly from 0.10±0.05 to 0.20±0.09μm^(2)perμm^(2),while Phaco-Trab decreased the mean area significantly from 0.08±0.04 to 0.04±0.06μm^(2)perμm^(2).Notably,the hyperreflective dots detected by IVCM decreased by 84.9%in Phaco-ExPRESS but increased by 36.3%in Phaco-Trab.The hyperreflective dots were further identified as neutrophil-and monocyte-like cells.The number of these cells were negatively correlated with the microcysts area(r=−0.7,P<0.01)but positively associated with the grade of connective tissue(r=0.5,P<0.01).By creating different microstructural changes in the filtering blebs,Phaco-ExPRESS produced a higher complete success rate(84.9%vs.41.2%,P<0.01)and significant decrease in the number of anti-glaucoma medications(P<0.01)when compared with those in Phaco-Trab.However,the qualified success showed no significant difference between the two groups(100.0%vs.91.2%,P=0.24).Conclusions:At the one-year follow-up,Phaco-ExPRESS generated better filtering bleb with larger area of microcysts,looser connective tissues,and less inflammation than that of Phaco-Trab,providing adequate IOP control and less IOP-lowering medications.These findings indicate that Phaco-ExPRESS could be more preferred than Phaco-Trab for the treatment of patients with coincident POAG and cataract.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82072271,82241072,82072294)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFC2501402,2021YFC0122601)+8 种基金the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(7222095,7222091)the Peak Talent Program of Beijing Hospital Authority(DFL20191701)the Capital’s Funds for Health Improvement and Research(2022-1-1151)the Research and Translational Application of Clinical Characteristic Diagnostic and Treatment Techniques in Capital City(Z221100007422055)the Beijing Research Center for Respiratory Infectious Diseases(BJRID2024-001)the Beijing Hospitals Authority Innovation Studio of Young Staff Funding Support(2021037)the High-level Public Health Technical Personnel Construction Project(2022-1-007)the High-level Public Health Specialized Talents Project of Beijing Municipal Health commission(2022-02-20)the Beijing Key Laboratory for HIV/AIDS Research(BZ0089).
文摘Integrase strand transfer inhibitors(INSTIs)have emerged as the first‐line choice for treating human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)infection due to their superior efficacy and safety.However,the impact of INSTIs on the development of neuropsychiatric conditions in people living with HIV(PLWH)is not fully understood due to limited data.In this study,we conducted a cross‐sectional examination of PLWH receiving antiretroviral therapy,with a specific focus on HIV‐positive men who have sex with men(MSM)on INSTI‐based regimens(n=61)and efavirenz(EFV)‐based regimens(n=28).Participants underwent comprehensive neuropsychiatric evaluations and multimodal magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)scans,including T1‐weighted images and resting‐state functional MRI.Compared to the EFV group,the INSTI group exhibited primarily reduced gray matter volume(GMV)in the right superior parietal gyrus,higher regional homogeneity(ReHo)in the left postcentral gyrus,lower ReHo in the right orbital part of the inferior frontal gyrus,and increased voxel‐wise functional connectivity for the seed region in the left inferior temporal gyrus with clusters in the right cuneus.Furthermore,the analysis revealed a main effect of antiretroviral drugs on GMV changes,but no main effect of neuropsychiatric disorders or their interaction.The repeated analysis of participants who did not switch regimens confirmed the GMV changes in the INSTI group,validating the initial findings.Our study demonstrated gray matter atrophy and functional brain changes in PLWH on INSTI‐based regimens compared to those on EFV‐based regimens.These neuroimaging results provide valuable insights into the characteristics of brain network modifications in PLWH receiving INSTI‐based regimens。
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(61874007,12074028,and 52102152)Shandong Provincial Major Scientific and Technological Innovation Project(2019JZZY010209)+2 种基金the Key-area Research and Development Program of Guangdong Province(2020B010172001)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(buctrc201802,buctrc201830,and buctrc202127)Beijing Outstanding Young Scientist Program(BJJWZYJH01201910010024)。