To the editor:Non-suicidal self-injury(NSSI)is defined as direct,repetitive self-injury to bodily tissues without suicidal intent. The estimated prevalence of NsSI among adolescents is 17.2%worldwide with a comparable...To the editor:Non-suicidal self-injury(NSSI)is defined as direct,repetitive self-injury to bodily tissues without suicidal intent. The estimated prevalence of NsSI among adolescents is 17.2%worldwide with a comparable rate observed in China. As a behavioural addiction, NSSI poses a significant suicide risk,and is emerging as a major mental health problem among adolescents.To unravel this puzzle,the four-function model(FFM)distinguishes between interpersonal and intrapersonal functions,as well as positive and negative reinforcement functions,proving relatively comprehensive among various theoretical models.展开更多
The mathematical models are developed to evaluate the ultimate tensile strength( UTS) and hardness of CNTs / Al2024 composites fabricated by high-energy ball milling. The effects of the preparation variables which are...The mathematical models are developed to evaluate the ultimate tensile strength( UTS) and hardness of CNTs / Al2024 composites fabricated by high-energy ball milling. The effects of the preparation variables which are milling time,rotational speed,mass fraction of CNTs and ball to powder ratio on UST and hardness of CNTs / Al2024 composites are investigated. Based on the central composite design( CCD),a quadratic model is developed to correlate the fabrication variables to the UST and hardness. From the analysis of variance( ANOVA),the most influential factor on each experimental design response is identified. The optimum conditions for preparing CNTs / Al2024 composites are found as follows: 1. 53 h milling time,900 r / min rotational speed,mass fraction of CNTs 2. 87% and Ball to powder ratio 25 ∶ 1. The predicted maximum UST and hardness are 273.30 MPa and 261.36 HV,respectively. And the experimental values are 283.25 MPa and256.8 HV,respectively. It is indicated that the predicted UST and hardness after process optimization are found to agree satisfactory with the experimental values.展开更多
Hierarchical nano-sized ZSM-5 aggregates were successfully synthesized via a seed-assisted method in the presence of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide(CTAB)through a facile one-step crystallization process.Commercial ZSM...Hierarchical nano-sized ZSM-5 aggregates were successfully synthesized via a seed-assisted method in the presence of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide(CTAB)through a facile one-step crystallization process.Commercial ZSM-5 zeolites with a SiO2/Al2O3 ratio comparable to that of ZSM-5 products were treated with alkali and used as the seed particles.The influences of crystallization conditions were investigated,and the possible synthesis mechanism was proposed.ZSM-5 zeolites with diff erent amounts of CTAB added were characterized using many techniques and evaluated in toluene alkylation with methanol.The results showed that a trace amount of CTAB signifi cantly promoted the crystallization of ZSM-5 zeolite,with the morphology changing from hexagonal-shape crystals to uniform spherical aggregates.CTAB may act as the structure-directing agent and assemble the primary crystallites to generate hierarchical ZSM-5 aggregates.The ZSM-5 zeolite with the smallest primary particles of 50-80 nm exhibited large specific surface area,abundant mesopores,and the greatest microporosity.The hierarchical nano-sized ZSM-5 aggregate showed higher toluene conversion and a longer lifetime without compromising the selectivity to xylene and p-xylene in toluene alkylation with methanol.展开更多
Objective To compare the performance of five machine learning models and SAPSⅡ score in predicting the 30-day mortality amongst patients with sepsis.Methods The sepsis patient-related data were extracted from the MIM...Objective To compare the performance of five machine learning models and SAPSⅡ score in predicting the 30-day mortality amongst patients with sepsis.Methods The sepsis patient-related data were extracted from the MIMIC-Ⅳ database.Clinical features were generated and selected by mutual information and grid search.Logistic regression,Random forest,LightGBM,XGBoost,and other machine learning models were constructed to predict the mortality probability.Five measurements including accuracy,precision,recall,F1 score,and area under curve(AUC) were acquired for model evaluation.An external validation was implemented to avoid conclusion bias.Results LightGBM outperformed other methods,achieving the highest AUC(0.900),accuracy(0.808),and precision(0.559).All machine learning models performed better than SAPSⅡ score(AUC=0.748).LightGBM achieved 0.883 in AUC in the external data validation.Conclusions The machine learning models are more effective in predicting the 30-day mortality of patients with sepsis than the traditional SAPS Ⅱ score.展开更多
[ Objective] This study aimed to further expand the production and application of Cirmamomumjaponicum Sieb. and investigate the mechanism of cold resistance in evergreen broad-leaved tree species. [ Method] Using adul...[ Objective] This study aimed to further expand the production and application of Cirmamomumjaponicum Sieb. and investigate the mechanism of cold resistance in evergreen broad-leaved tree species. [ Method] Using adult Cinnamonum campora as control, during the entire wintering period from October 2011 to March 2012, the wintering adaptability of C. japonicum leaves at different ages was observed; the electrolyte leakage was measured under indoor low-temperature treatment to calculate the semi-lethal temperature (LT50) by fitting Logistic equation, thus conducting dynamic analysis and comprehensive evaluation of the cold re- sistance in C. japonicum. [ Result] The results showed that the chilling injuries in leaves of different materials were aggravated with the decreasing temperature. According to the results of five times of dynamic observation on wintering adaptability, the cold resistance in different materials presented a decreasing order of adult C. japonicum medium-aged C. japonicum 〉 young C. japon/cum 〉 adult C. campora. The relationship between indoor low temperature and leaf injury rate showed an S-shaped curve. The significance test suggested relatively high fitting degree with Logistic equation. The semi-lethal temperature presented a V-shaped curve with the changing temperature and roached the minimum during late December to early February in the following year. The dynamic changes and minimum value of semi-lethal temperature indicated a consistent order of cold resistance in different materials to the results of wintering adaptability observation. Therefore, results of two analysis methods could be combined for cold resistance evaluation. [ Conclusion] This study laid the foundation for the introduction and populariza- tion of C. japonicum in northern gardens along the Yangtze River.展开更多
This paper studies the short-term prediction methods of sectional passenger flow, and selects BP neural network combined with the characteristics of sectional passenger flow itself. With a case study, we design three ...This paper studies the short-term prediction methods of sectional passenger flow, and selects BP neural network combined with the characteristics of sectional passenger flow itself. With a case study, we design three different schemes. We use Matlab to realize the prediction of the sectional passenger flow of the Beijing subway Line 2 and make comparative analysis. The empirical research shows that combining data characteristics of sectional passenger flow with the BP neural network have good prediction accuracy.展开更多
Inspired by the fast,agile movements of insects,we present a 1.9 g,4.5 cm in length,piezoelectrically driven,quadrupedal microrobot.This microrobot uses a novel spatial parallel mechanism as its hip joint,which consis...Inspired by the fast,agile movements of insects,we present a 1.9 g,4.5 cm in length,piezoelectrically driven,quadrupedal microrobot.This microrobot uses a novel spatial parallel mechanism as its hip joint,which consists of two spatially orthogonal slider-crank linkages.This mechanism maps two inputs of two independent actuators to the decoupled swing and lift outputs of a leg,and each leg can produce the closed trajectories in the sagittal plane necessary for robot motion.Moreover,the kinematics of the transmission are analyzed,and the parameters of the flexure hinges are designed based on geometrical constraints and yield conditions.The hip joints,legs and exoskeletons are integrated into a five-layer standard laminate for monolithic fabrication which is composed of two layers of carbon fiber,two layers of acrylic adhesive and a polyimide film.The measured output force(15.97 mN)of each leg is enough to carry half of the robot’s weight,which is necessary for the robot to move successfully.It has been proven that the robot can successfully perform forward and turning motions.Compared to the microrobot fabricated with discrete components,the monolithically fabricated microrobot is more capable of maintaining the original direction of locomotion when driven by a forward signal and has a greater speed,whose maximum speed is 25.05 cm/s.展开更多
Advancing our understanding of global climate,particularly in polar regions,requires accurate detection of carbon dioxide(CO_(2))in ice cores and deep sea environments.However,detecting trace levels of CO_(2)in these ...Advancing our understanding of global climate,particularly in polar regions,requires accurate detection of carbon dioxide(CO_(2))in ice cores and deep sea environments.However,detecting trace levels of CO_(2)in these areas presents significant challenges.We introduce a novel preconcentration approach using functionalized zeolitic imidazolate framework,ZIF-8(CN),for the detection of ultra-low CO_(2).ZIF-8(CN)has small pores(4.4■and cyano groups(–CN),enabling highly selective adsorption of CO_(2)(36.2 cm^(3)g^(−1))over N_(2)(1.6 cm^(3)g^(−1))at 298 K.The mechanism involves unique–CN···CO_(2)···–CN interactions within the pore structure.When cast into a film on an aluminum substrate,ZIF-8(CN)demonstrates exceptional CO_(2)preconcentration capability(1 ppm in N_(2))with an extraordinary preconcentration factor of 748,outperforming traditional ZIF and zeolite materials.Additionally,a ZIF-8(CN)preconcentrator is designed and fabricated with bionic gas flow of fractal structure which optimizes the gas-film contact,and thus its performance is further improved by 115%.展开更多
Radiotherapy is widely used in the management of advanced colorectal cancer(CRC).However,the clinical efficacy is limited by the safe irradiated dose.Sensitizing tumor cells to radiotherapy via interrupting DNA repair...Radiotherapy is widely used in the management of advanced colorectal cancer(CRC).However,the clinical efficacy is limited by the safe irradiated dose.Sensitizing tumor cells to radiotherapy via interrupting DNA repair is a promising approach to conquering the limitation.The BRCA1-BARD1 complex has been demonstrated to play a critical role in homologous recombination(HR)DSB repair,and its functions may be affected by HERC2 or BAP1.Accumulated evidence illustrates that the ubiquitination-deubiquitination balance is involved in these processes;however,the precise mechanism for the cross-talk among these proteins in HR repair following radiation hasn’t been defined.Through activity-based profiling,we identified PT33 as an active entity for HR repair suppression.Subsequently,we revealed that BAP1 serves as a novel molecular target of PT33 via a CRISPR-based deubiquitinase screen.Mechanistically,pharmacological covalent inhibition of BAP1 with PT33 recruits HERC2 to compete with BARD1 for BRCA1 interaction,interrupting HR repair.Consequently,PT33 treatment can substantially enhance the sensitivity of CRC cells to radiotherapy in vitro and in vivo.Overall,these findings provide a mechanistic basis for PT33-induced HR suppression and may guide an effective strategy to improve therapeutic gain.展开更多
Damages of sensory hair cells(HCs)are mainly responsible for sensorineural hearing loss,while the pathological mechanism remains not fully understood due to the many potential deafness genes unidentified.ftr82,a membe...Damages of sensory hair cells(HCs)are mainly responsible for sensorineural hearing loss,while the pathological mechanism remains not fully understood due to the many potential deafness genes unidentified.ftr82,a member of the largely TRIMs family in fish,has been found specifically expressed in the otic vesicle while its function is still unclear.Here,we investigate the roles of ftr82 in HC development and hearing function utilizing the zebrafish model.The results of in situ hybridization illustrate that ftr82 is always restricted to localize in otic vesicles at different stages.The defects of HCs are observed both in ftr82 morphants and mutants,including significantly decreased crista HCs,shortened cilia as well as remarkably reduced functional HCs in neuromasts,which could be successfully rescued by co-injection of exogenous ftr82 mRNA.The behavior assay of startle response indicates that larvae lacking of ftr82 exhibits lower sensitivity to external sound stimuli.Further research reveals that the loss of HCs is mainly caused by cell apoptosis mediated by caspase-3 activation.Our study demonstrates that ftr82 is a crucial hearing-related gene that regulates the HC morphogenesis and auditory function performing,which provides new insight into the rapid identification of the deafness gene.展开更多
Better soil structure promotes extension of plant roots thereby improving plant growth and yield.Differences in soil structure can be determined by changes in the three phases of soil,which in turn affect soil functio...Better soil structure promotes extension of plant roots thereby improving plant growth and yield.Differences in soil structure can be determined by changes in the three phases of soil,which in turn affect soil function and fertility levels.To compare the quality of soil structure under different conditions,we used Generalized Soil Structure Index(GSSI)as an indicator to determine the relationship between the“input”of soil three phases and the“output”of soil structure.To achieve optimum monitoring of comprehensive indicators,we used Successive Projections Algorithm(SPA)for differential processing based on 0.0–2.0 fractional orders and 3.0–10.0 integer orders and select important wavelengths to process soil spectral data.In addition,we also applied multivariate regression learning models including Gaussian Process Regression(GPR)and Artificial Neural Network(ANN),exploring potential capabilities of hyperspectral in predicting GSSI.The results showed that spectral reflection,mainly contributed by long-wave near-infrared radiation had an inverse relationship with GSSI values.The wavelengths between 404-418 nm and 2193–2400 nm were important GSSI wavelengths in fractional differential spectroscopy data,while those ranging from 543 to 999 nm were important GSSI wavelengths in integer differential spectroscopy data.Also,non-linear models were more accurate than linear models.In addition,wide neural networks were best suited for establishing fractional-order differentiation and second-order differentiation models,while fine Gaussian support vector machines were best suited for establishing first-order differentiation models.In terms of preprocessing,a differential order of 0.9 was found as the best choice.From the results,we propose that when constructing optimal prediction models,it is necessary to consider indicators,differential orders,and model adaptability.Above all,this study provided a new method for an in-depth analyses of generalized soil structure.This also fills the gap limiting the detection of soil three phases structural characteristics and their dynamic changes and provides a technical references for quantitative and rapid evaluation of soil structure,function,and quality.展开更多
The resolution of the spatial light modulator(SLM)screen and the encoding algorithm of the computer-generated hologram are the primary limiting factors in the generation of large topological charge vortex beams.This p...The resolution of the spatial light modulator(SLM)screen and the encoding algorithm of the computer-generated hologram are the primary limiting factors in the generation of large topological charge vortex beams.This paper attempts to solve these problems by improving both the hardware and the algorithm.Theoretically,to overcome the limitations of beam waist radius,the amplitude profile function of large topological charge Laguerre–Gaussian(LG)beam is properly improved.Then,an experimental system employing a 4K phase-only SLM is set up,and the LG beams with topological charge up to 1200 are successfully generated.Furthermore,we discuss the effect of different beam waist radii on the generation of LG beams.Additionally,the function of the LG beam is further improved to generate an LG beam with a topological charge as high as1400.Our results set a new benchmark for generating large topological charge vortex beams,which can be widely used in precise measurement,sensing,and communication.展开更多
The clinical translation of nanomedicine is hindered by the low delivery efficiency, and consequently drug concentration in tumor sites falls short of the therapeutic effective range which leads to poor clinical outco...The clinical translation of nanomedicine is hindered by the low delivery efficiency, and consequently drug concentration in tumor sites falls short of the therapeutic effective range which leads to poor clinical outcomes. One important lesson learned from the development of antibody-drug-conjugates (ADCs) is that to achieve significant clinical benefits, extremely potent cytotoxic agents and cleavable linkers should be used. By encapsulating maytansinoid, AP3, which is 100-1,000 times more potent than most conventional small molecule anticancer drugs, in pH-sensitive acetalated dextran-polyethylene glycol (PEG)(ADP) nanocarriers, even with only 1% drug loading, we were able to eradicate tumors in 50% of tested animals with negligible side effects, while free AP3 only showed marginal efficacy and severe liver damages. This study suggests that besides improving the low efficiency of nano-delivery systems, the potency of drug to be delivered is also critical to the clinical outcomes of nanomedicine. Our results also showed that ADP nanoparticles (NPs) were able to expand the narrow therapeutic window of maytansinoids in a similar manner to the ADCs.展开更多
Nano-hydroxyapatite(nHAP)has been widely used in bone repair as an osteo-inductive and naturally-occurring material.However,the optimal applied form of nHAP and the underlying mechanisms involved remain unclear.Herein...Nano-hydroxyapatite(nHAP)has been widely used in bone repair as an osteo-inductive and naturally-occurring material.However,the optimal applied form of nHAP and the underlying mechanisms involved remain unclear.Herein,to investigate into these,a range of corresponding models were designed,including three applied forms of nHAP(Free,Coating and 3D)that belong to two states(Free or fixed).The results indicate that when fixed nHAP was applied in the 3D form,optimal osteogenesis was induced in human bone marrow stem cells(hBMSCs)with increased bone volume via integrinα7(ITGA7)-mediated upregulation of the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway,while contrary results were observed with free nHAP.Ectopic osteogenesis experiments in mice subcutaneous transplantation model further confirmed the different tendencies of ITGA7 expression and osteogenesis of hBMSCs in free and fixed states of nHAP.Our results revealed that the two states of nHAP play a different regulatory role in cell morphology and osteogenesis through the valve role of ITGA7,providing cues for better application of nanoparticles and a potential new molecular target in bone tissue engineering.展开更多
文摘To the editor:Non-suicidal self-injury(NSSI)is defined as direct,repetitive self-injury to bodily tissues without suicidal intent. The estimated prevalence of NsSI among adolescents is 17.2%worldwide with a comparable rate observed in China. As a behavioural addiction, NSSI poses a significant suicide risk,and is emerging as a major mental health problem among adolescents.To unravel this puzzle,the four-function model(FFM)distinguishes between interpersonal and intrapersonal functions,as well as positive and negative reinforcement functions,proving relatively comprehensive among various theoretical models.
基金Sponsored by the Program for Innovative Research Team in University of Yunnan Province and Major Projects of Yunnan Province(Grant No.2014FC001)
文摘The mathematical models are developed to evaluate the ultimate tensile strength( UTS) and hardness of CNTs / Al2024 composites fabricated by high-energy ball milling. The effects of the preparation variables which are milling time,rotational speed,mass fraction of CNTs and ball to powder ratio on UST and hardness of CNTs / Al2024 composites are investigated. Based on the central composite design( CCD),a quadratic model is developed to correlate the fabrication variables to the UST and hardness. From the analysis of variance( ANOVA),the most influential factor on each experimental design response is identified. The optimum conditions for preparing CNTs / Al2024 composites are found as follows: 1. 53 h milling time,900 r / min rotational speed,mass fraction of CNTs 2. 87% and Ball to powder ratio 25 ∶ 1. The predicted maximum UST and hardness are 273.30 MPa and 261.36 HV,respectively. And the experimental values are 283.25 MPa and256.8 HV,respectively. It is indicated that the predicted UST and hardness after process optimization are found to agree satisfactory with the experimental values.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21276183).
文摘Hierarchical nano-sized ZSM-5 aggregates were successfully synthesized via a seed-assisted method in the presence of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide(CTAB)through a facile one-step crystallization process.Commercial ZSM-5 zeolites with a SiO2/Al2O3 ratio comparable to that of ZSM-5 products were treated with alkali and used as the seed particles.The influences of crystallization conditions were investigated,and the possible synthesis mechanism was proposed.ZSM-5 zeolites with diff erent amounts of CTAB added were characterized using many techniques and evaluated in toluene alkylation with methanol.The results showed that a trace amount of CTAB signifi cantly promoted the crystallization of ZSM-5 zeolite,with the morphology changing from hexagonal-shape crystals to uniform spherical aggregates.CTAB may act as the structure-directing agent and assemble the primary crystallites to generate hierarchical ZSM-5 aggregates.The ZSM-5 zeolite with the smallest primary particles of 50-80 nm exhibited large specific surface area,abundant mesopores,and the greatest microporosity.The hierarchical nano-sized ZSM-5 aggregate showed higher toluene conversion and a longer lifetime without compromising the selectivity to xylene and p-xylene in toluene alkylation with methanol.
文摘Objective To compare the performance of five machine learning models and SAPSⅡ score in predicting the 30-day mortality amongst patients with sepsis.Methods The sepsis patient-related data were extracted from the MIMIC-Ⅳ database.Clinical features were generated and selected by mutual information and grid search.Logistic regression,Random forest,LightGBM,XGBoost,and other machine learning models were constructed to predict the mortality probability.Five measurements including accuracy,precision,recall,F1 score,and area under curve(AUC) were acquired for model evaluation.An external validation was implemented to avoid conclusion bias.Results LightGBM outperformed other methods,achieving the highest AUC(0.900),accuracy(0.808),and precision(0.559).All machine learning models performed better than SAPSⅡ score(AUC=0.748).LightGBM achieved 0.883 in AUC in the external data validation.Conclusions The machine learning models are more effective in predicting the 30-day mortality of patients with sepsis than the traditional SAPS Ⅱ score.
基金Supported by Three Forestry Engineering Projects of Jiangsu Province(lysx[2011]13)Project of Jiangsu Provincial Communications Department "Study on Key Technology for Construction of Green Channel of Coastal High-grade Highway"
文摘[ Objective] This study aimed to further expand the production and application of Cirmamomumjaponicum Sieb. and investigate the mechanism of cold resistance in evergreen broad-leaved tree species. [ Method] Using adult Cinnamonum campora as control, during the entire wintering period from October 2011 to March 2012, the wintering adaptability of C. japonicum leaves at different ages was observed; the electrolyte leakage was measured under indoor low-temperature treatment to calculate the semi-lethal temperature (LT50) by fitting Logistic equation, thus conducting dynamic analysis and comprehensive evaluation of the cold re- sistance in C. japonicum. [ Result] The results showed that the chilling injuries in leaves of different materials were aggravated with the decreasing temperature. According to the results of five times of dynamic observation on wintering adaptability, the cold resistance in different materials presented a decreasing order of adult C. japonicum medium-aged C. japonicum 〉 young C. japon/cum 〉 adult C. campora. The relationship between indoor low temperature and leaf injury rate showed an S-shaped curve. The significance test suggested relatively high fitting degree with Logistic equation. The semi-lethal temperature presented a V-shaped curve with the changing temperature and roached the minimum during late December to early February in the following year. The dynamic changes and minimum value of semi-lethal temperature indicated a consistent order of cold resistance in different materials to the results of wintering adaptability observation. Therefore, results of two analysis methods could be combined for cold resistance evaluation. [ Conclusion] This study laid the foundation for the introduction and populariza- tion of C. japonicum in northern gardens along the Yangtze River.
文摘This paper studies the short-term prediction methods of sectional passenger flow, and selects BP neural network combined with the characteristics of sectional passenger flow itself. With a case study, we design three different schemes. We use Matlab to realize the prediction of the sectional passenger flow of the Beijing subway Line 2 and make comparative analysis. The empirical research shows that combining data characteristics of sectional passenger flow with the BP neural network have good prediction accuracy.
基金supported by the Shanghai professional technology service platform under Grant 19DZ2291103.
文摘Inspired by the fast,agile movements of insects,we present a 1.9 g,4.5 cm in length,piezoelectrically driven,quadrupedal microrobot.This microrobot uses a novel spatial parallel mechanism as its hip joint,which consists of two spatially orthogonal slider-crank linkages.This mechanism maps two inputs of two independent actuators to the decoupled swing and lift outputs of a leg,and each leg can produce the closed trajectories in the sagittal plane necessary for robot motion.Moreover,the kinematics of the transmission are analyzed,and the parameters of the flexure hinges are designed based on geometrical constraints and yield conditions.The hip joints,legs and exoskeletons are integrated into a five-layer standard laminate for monolithic fabrication which is composed of two layers of carbon fiber,two layers of acrylic adhesive and a polyimide film.The measured output force(15.97 mN)of each leg is enough to carry half of the robot’s weight,which is necessary for the robot to move successfully.It has been proven that the robot can successfully perform forward and turning motions.Compared to the microrobot fabricated with discrete components,the monolithically fabricated microrobot is more capable of maintaining the original direction of locomotion when driven by a forward signal and has a greater speed,whose maximum speed is 25.05 cm/s.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22375031,22131004,U21A20330,U22A20184 and 22208224)National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB3805902 and 2023YFC2812603)+4 种基金“111”Program(B18012)Jilin Natural Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars(20230508116RC)Science&Technology Department of Jilin Province(20230101023JC)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(JGPY202103 and 2412023YQ001)Excellent Youth Lift Plan from Shenyang University of Chemical Technology(2022YQ003)。
文摘Advancing our understanding of global climate,particularly in polar regions,requires accurate detection of carbon dioxide(CO_(2))in ice cores and deep sea environments.However,detecting trace levels of CO_(2)in these areas presents significant challenges.We introduce a novel preconcentration approach using functionalized zeolitic imidazolate framework,ZIF-8(CN),for the detection of ultra-low CO_(2).ZIF-8(CN)has small pores(4.4■and cyano groups(–CN),enabling highly selective adsorption of CO_(2)(36.2 cm^(3)g^(−1))over N_(2)(1.6 cm^(3)g^(−1))at 298 K.The mechanism involves unique–CN···CO_(2)···–CN interactions within the pore structure.When cast into a film on an aluminum substrate,ZIF-8(CN)demonstrates exceptional CO_(2)preconcentration capability(1 ppm in N_(2))with an extraordinary preconcentration factor of 748,outperforming traditional ZIF and zeolite materials.Additionally,a ZIF-8(CN)preconcentrator is designed and fabricated with bionic gas flow of fractal structure which optimizes the gas-film contact,and thus its performance is further improved by 115%.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(No.82272743 to Xin Yue(82172812)of NSFC to Ran-yi Liu+4 种基金81871996 to Ran-yi Liu82003218 to Xuecen Wang82072029 to Zhenwei Peng and 81973174 to Xianzhang Bu)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2021A1515012496 to Xin Yue and 2022A1515012221 to Xianzhang Bu)Basic Scientific Research Operation of Sun Yat-sen University(No.19ykpy192 to Xin Yue)。
文摘Radiotherapy is widely used in the management of advanced colorectal cancer(CRC).However,the clinical efficacy is limited by the safe irradiated dose.Sensitizing tumor cells to radiotherapy via interrupting DNA repair is a promising approach to conquering the limitation.The BRCA1-BARD1 complex has been demonstrated to play a critical role in homologous recombination(HR)DSB repair,and its functions may be affected by HERC2 or BAP1.Accumulated evidence illustrates that the ubiquitination-deubiquitination balance is involved in these processes;however,the precise mechanism for the cross-talk among these proteins in HR repair following radiation hasn’t been defined.Through activity-based profiling,we identified PT33 as an active entity for HR repair suppression.Subsequently,we revealed that BAP1 serves as a novel molecular target of PT33 via a CRISPR-based deubiquitinase screen.Mechanistically,pharmacological covalent inhibition of BAP1 with PT33 recruits HERC2 to compete with BARD1 for BRCA1 interaction,interrupting HR repair.Consequently,PT33 treatment can substantially enhance the sensitivity of CRC cells to radiotherapy in vitro and in vivo.Overall,these findings provide a mechanistic basis for PT33-induced HR suppression and may guide an effective strategy to improve therapeutic gain.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(2018YFA0801004,81870359)the Natural Science Foundation of the Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China(22KJB320020)the“Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctor”Project of Jiangsu Province.
文摘Damages of sensory hair cells(HCs)are mainly responsible for sensorineural hearing loss,while the pathological mechanism remains not fully understood due to the many potential deafness genes unidentified.ftr82,a member of the largely TRIMs family in fish,has been found specifically expressed in the otic vesicle while its function is still unclear.Here,we investigate the roles of ftr82 in HC development and hearing function utilizing the zebrafish model.The results of in situ hybridization illustrate that ftr82 is always restricted to localize in otic vesicles at different stages.The defects of HCs are observed both in ftr82 morphants and mutants,including significantly decreased crista HCs,shortened cilia as well as remarkably reduced functional HCs in neuromasts,which could be successfully rescued by co-injection of exogenous ftr82 mRNA.The behavior assay of startle response indicates that larvae lacking of ftr82 exhibits lower sensitivity to external sound stimuli.Further research reveals that the loss of HCs is mainly caused by cell apoptosis mediated by caspase-3 activation.Our study demonstrates that ftr82 is a crucial hearing-related gene that regulates the HC morphogenesis and auditory function performing,which provides new insight into the rapid identification of the deafness gene.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(31871571,31371572)the earmarked fund for Shanxi Province Graduate Education Innovation Project(2022Y312)+3 种基金supported by Modern Agro-industry Technology Research System(2023CYJSTX02-23)Scientific and Technological Innovation Fund of Shanxi Agricultural University(2018YJ17,2020BQ32)Key Technologies R&D Program of Shanxi Province(201903D211002,201603D3111005)National Key R&D Program of China(2019YFC1710800)。
文摘Better soil structure promotes extension of plant roots thereby improving plant growth and yield.Differences in soil structure can be determined by changes in the three phases of soil,which in turn affect soil function and fertility levels.To compare the quality of soil structure under different conditions,we used Generalized Soil Structure Index(GSSI)as an indicator to determine the relationship between the“input”of soil three phases and the“output”of soil structure.To achieve optimum monitoring of comprehensive indicators,we used Successive Projections Algorithm(SPA)for differential processing based on 0.0–2.0 fractional orders and 3.0–10.0 integer orders and select important wavelengths to process soil spectral data.In addition,we also applied multivariate regression learning models including Gaussian Process Regression(GPR)and Artificial Neural Network(ANN),exploring potential capabilities of hyperspectral in predicting GSSI.The results showed that spectral reflection,mainly contributed by long-wave near-infrared radiation had an inverse relationship with GSSI values.The wavelengths between 404-418 nm and 2193–2400 nm were important GSSI wavelengths in fractional differential spectroscopy data,while those ranging from 543 to 999 nm were important GSSI wavelengths in integer differential spectroscopy data.Also,non-linear models were more accurate than linear models.In addition,wide neural networks were best suited for establishing fractional-order differentiation and second-order differentiation models,while fine Gaussian support vector machines were best suited for establishing first-order differentiation models.In terms of preprocessing,a differential order of 0.9 was found as the best choice.From the results,we propose that when constructing optimal prediction models,it is necessary to consider indicators,differential orders,and model adaptability.Above all,this study provided a new method for an in-depth analyses of generalized soil structure.This also fills the gap limiting the detection of soil three phases structural characteristics and their dynamic changes and provides a technical references for quantitative and rapid evaluation of soil structure,function,and quality.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.62173342 and 61805283)the Key Research Projects of Foundation Strengthening Program(No.2019-JCJQ-ZD)。
文摘The resolution of the spatial light modulator(SLM)screen and the encoding algorithm of the computer-generated hologram are the primary limiting factors in the generation of large topological charge vortex beams.This paper attempts to solve these problems by improving both the hardware and the algorithm.Theoretically,to overcome the limitations of beam waist radius,the amplitude profile function of large topological charge Laguerre–Gaussian(LG)beam is properly improved.Then,an experimental system employing a 4K phase-only SLM is set up,and the LG beams with topological charge up to 1200 are successfully generated.Furthermore,we discuss the effect of different beam waist radii on the generation of LG beams.Additionally,the function of the LG beam is further improved to generate an LG beam with a topological charge as high as1400.Our results set a new benchmark for generating large topological charge vortex beams,which can be widely used in precise measurement,sensing,and communication.
文摘The clinical translation of nanomedicine is hindered by the low delivery efficiency, and consequently drug concentration in tumor sites falls short of the therapeutic effective range which leads to poor clinical outcomes. One important lesson learned from the development of antibody-drug-conjugates (ADCs) is that to achieve significant clinical benefits, extremely potent cytotoxic agents and cleavable linkers should be used. By encapsulating maytansinoid, AP3, which is 100-1,000 times more potent than most conventional small molecule anticancer drugs, in pH-sensitive acetalated dextran-polyethylene glycol (PEG)(ADP) nanocarriers, even with only 1% drug loading, we were able to eradicate tumors in 50% of tested animals with negligible side effects, while free AP3 only showed marginal efficacy and severe liver damages. This study suggests that besides improving the low efficiency of nano-delivery systems, the potency of drug to be delivered is also critical to the clinical outcomes of nanomedicine. Our results also showed that ADP nanoparticles (NPs) were able to expand the narrow therapeutic window of maytansinoids in a similar manner to the ADCs.
基金the National Key R&D program of China(2018YFC1105100)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC grant NO.T2121004 and NO.31830029).
文摘Nano-hydroxyapatite(nHAP)has been widely used in bone repair as an osteo-inductive and naturally-occurring material.However,the optimal applied form of nHAP and the underlying mechanisms involved remain unclear.Herein,to investigate into these,a range of corresponding models were designed,including three applied forms of nHAP(Free,Coating and 3D)that belong to two states(Free or fixed).The results indicate that when fixed nHAP was applied in the 3D form,optimal osteogenesis was induced in human bone marrow stem cells(hBMSCs)with increased bone volume via integrinα7(ITGA7)-mediated upregulation of the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway,while contrary results were observed with free nHAP.Ectopic osteogenesis experiments in mice subcutaneous transplantation model further confirmed the different tendencies of ITGA7 expression and osteogenesis of hBMSCs in free and fixed states of nHAP.Our results revealed that the two states of nHAP play a different regulatory role in cell morphology and osteogenesis through the valve role of ITGA7,providing cues for better application of nanoparticles and a potential new molecular target in bone tissue engineering.