A monolithic single pole single throw (SPST) switch is developed with GaAs PIN diode technology from IMECAS. A novel small signal model of a GaAs PIN diode is developed for circuit simulation. The switch features an...A monolithic single pole single throw (SPST) switch is developed with GaAs PIN diode technology from IMECAS. A novel small signal model of a GaAs PIN diode is developed for circuit simulation. The switch features an on-state insertion loss of less than 1.6dB and a return loss of greater than 10dB while maintaining an off-state isolation of greater than 23dB from 5.5 to 7. 5GHz. The measured 1dB power gain compression point is about 20dBm.展开更多
By using first principles calculations, four two-dimensional B-C-N ternary sheets with ordered and uniform element distribution are predicted based on the C, B, or N filled g-C3N4 sheet. These B-C-N ternary sheets are...By using first principles calculations, four two-dimensional B-C-N ternary sheets with ordered and uniform element distribution are predicted based on the C, B, or N filled g-C3N4 sheet. These B-C-N ternary sheets are metallic except for B4-C3N4 monolayer, which is a semiconductor with an energy band gap of 1.18 eV. In particular, the BnC-C3N4 is a ferromagnetic metal with a net magnetic moment of 0.57 μB/cell, which can be used to develop metal-free spintronic device. The calculated formation energy indicates these B-C-N ternary sheets are highly thermal stable. It presents a new route to obtain uniform B-C-N ternary sheet for electronic and spintronic applications.展开更多
AIM:To evaluate the effectiveness of adalimumab in preventing recurrence after intestinal resection for Crohn's disease in high-risk patients.METHODS:A multicenter,prospective,observational study was conducted fro...AIM:To evaluate the effectiveness of adalimumab in preventing recurrence after intestinal resection for Crohn's disease in high-risk patients.METHODS:A multicenter,prospective,observational study was conducted from June 2009 until June 2010.We consecutively included high-risk Crohn's disease patients who had undergone an ileal/ileocolonic resection.High-risk patients were defined as two or more criteria:smokers,penetrating pattern,one or more previous surgical resections or prior extensive resection.Subcutaneous adalimumab was administered 2 wk(± 5 d) after surgery at a dose of 40 mg eow,with an initial induction dose of 160/80 mg at weeks 0 and 2.Demographic data,previous and concomitant treatments(antibiotics,5-aminosalicylates,corticosteroids,immunomodulators or biologic therapies),smoking status at the time of diagnosis and after the index operation and number of previous resections(type and reason for surgery) were all recorded.Biological status was assessed with C-reactive protein,erythrocyte sedimentation rate and fecal calprotectin.One year(± 3 mo) after surgery,an ileocolonoscopy and/or magnetic resonance enterography was performed.Endoscopic recurrence was defined as Rutgeerts score ≥ i2.Morphological recurrence was based on magnetic resonance(MR) score ≥ MR1.RESULTS:Twenty-nine patients(55.2% males,48.3% smokers at diagnosis and 13.8% after the index operation),mean age 42.3 years and mean duration of the disease 13.8 years were included in the study.A mean of 1.76(range:1-4) resections previous to adalimumab administration and in 37.9% was considered extensive resection.51.7% had previously received infliximab.Immunomodulators were given concomitantly to 17.2% of patients.Four of the 29(13.7%) developed clinical recurrence,6/29(20.7%) endoscopic recurrence and 7/19(36.8%) morphological recurrence after 1-year.All patients with clinical recurrence showed endoscopic and morphological recurrence.A high degree of concordance was found between clinical-endoscopic recurrence(k = 0.76,P < 0.001) and clinical-morphological recurrence(k = 0.63,P = 0.003).Correlation between endoscopic and radiological findings was good(comparing the 5-point Rutgeerts score with the 4-point MR score,a score of i4 was classified as MR3,i3 as MR2,and i2-i1 as MR1)(P < 0.001,r s = 0.825).During follow-up,five(17.2%) patients needed adalimumab dose intensification(40 mg/wk);Mean time to intensification after the introduction of adalimumab treatment was 8 mo(range:5 to 11 mo).In three cases(10.3%),a biological change was needed due to a worsening of the disease after the dose intensification to 40 mg/wk.One patient suffered an adverse event.CONCLUSION:Adalimumab seems to be effective and safe in preventing postoperative recurrence in a selected group of patients who had undergone an intestinal resection for their CD.展开更多
A three-stage MMIC power amplifier operating from 6to 18GHz is fabricated using 0.25μm A1GaAs/InGaAs/GaAs pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistor(PHEMT).The amplifier isfully monolithic,with all matching,bi...A three-stage MMIC power amplifier operating from 6to 18GHz is fabricated using 0.25μm A1GaAs/InGaAs/GaAs pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistor(PHEMT).The amplifier isfully monolithic,with all matching,biasing,and DC block circuitry included on the chip.Thepower amplifier has an average power gain of 19dB over 6~18GHz.At operation frequenciesfrom 6 to 18GHz,the output power is above 33.3dBm,and the maximum output power of the MMICis 34.7dBm at 10Ghz.The input return loss is less than-10db and the out-put return is lessthan-6dB over operating frequency.This power amplifier has,to our knowledge,the best powergain flatness reported at C-X-Ku-band applications.展开更多
The new uranyl complex UO2(NO3)2[PhN(CH3)C(O)(CH3)NPh]2 was synthesized and its crystal structure has been determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data: C30H32N6O10U, triclinic, space group P with a = ...The new uranyl complex UO2(NO3)2[PhN(CH3)C(O)(CH3)NPh]2 was synthesized and its crystal structure has been determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data: C30H32N6O10U, triclinic, space group P with a = 7.772(1), b = 9.267(1), c = 12.644(1) ? a = 68.246(8), b = 73.871(9), g = 84.99(1)o, V = 812.4(2) ?, Mr = 874.65, Z = 1, Dc = 1.788 g/cm3, F(000) = 426, m = 5.062 mm-1, the final R = 0.022 and wR = 0.059 for 3571 observed reflections (I > 2s(I)). The central uranyl ion is coordinated by six oxygen atoms, two from the carbonyl groups of N,N-dimethyl-N,N-dibenzenyl-urea molecules and the other four from two nitrate groups.展开更多
In order to differentiate regions, varieties, and parts of tobacco leaves, two pattern recognition methods through pattern classification modeling were developed based on the comprehensive information of ultraviolet-v...In order to differentiate regions, varieties, and parts of tobacco leaves, two pattern recognition methods through pattern classification modeling were developed based on the comprehensive information of ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-VIS) by employing one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA1) and wave range random combination (WRRC) technology from MATLAB. This proposed classification method has never been reported previously and the instrument and operation for this method is much more convenient and efficient than previous reported classification methods. The result of this paper demonstrated that the spectral features extracted by ANOVAI and WRRC methods could be used to differentiate tobacco leaves with different patterns. The ANOVAI method had a training recognition rate range of 75.00-87.50%,4 and a validation recognition rate range of 57.14-100%. The WRRC method had a training recognition rate range of 75.00-94.12% and a validation recognition rate range of 66.67-100%. The ANOVAI method is more convenient and efficient in model developing, while the WRRC method utilizes fewer model variables and is more robust.展开更多
The C++ program: Hapseeker was developed to analyze DNA or RNA sequence, besides, Hapseeker could be used to identify haplotype, calculate frequency of each haplotype as well as find variable site quickly. Moreover, H...The C++ program: Hapseeker was developed to analyze DNA or RNA sequence, besides, Hapseeker could be used to identify haplotype, calculate frequency of each haplotype as well as find variable site quickly. Moreover, Hapseeker had many advantages such as simple operation, rapid running speed and high accuracy.展开更多
A library of 2 ×107 random octapeptides was constructed by use of phagemid-based monovalent phage display system. The randomly synthesized degenerated oligodeoxyribonucleotides (oligos ) were fused to the truncat...A library of 2 ×107 random octapeptides was constructed by use of phagemid-based monovalent phage display system. The randomly synthesized degenerated oligodeoxyribonucleotides (oligos ) were fused to the truncated g Ⅲ (p230-p403). Sequence analysis of 11 randomly chosen clones suggested that the degenerated inserts and its deduced amino acid (aa) sequences are randomly distributed. The library was used to select binding peptides to the monoclonal antibody (mAb) 9E10, which recognizes a continuous decapeptide epi- tope of denatured human c-myc protein. After four to five rounds of panning, most of the eluted clones could bind to 9E10. Sequence analysis of the selected positive clones indicated that the binding sequences could fall into two classes, one class (clone 1) shares a consensus motif, ISE x x L, with c-myc decapeptide; and the sequences of the other class are entirely different. The binding of both classes to 9E10 could be specifically inhibited by free c-myc decapeptide. The immunogenicity of the phage peptide was further investigated by construction of multivalent displayed phage peptides and immunization of animals with or without adjuvant. ELISA and competitive ELISA showed that anti-serum from both mice and rabbit immunized with either clone could bind to the original antigen, c-myc decapeptide. These results denote that in spite of the dissimilarity of the selected peptides with c-myc decapeptide, they are capable of inducing similar immune respones in vivo, thus actually mimicking the antigen epitope.展开更多
Single‐atom catalysts(SACs)have demonstrated excellent performances in chemoselective hydrogenation reactions.However,the employment of precious metals and/or organic solvents compromises their sustainability.Herein,...Single‐atom catalysts(SACs)have demonstrated excellent performances in chemoselective hydrogenation reactions.However,the employment of precious metals and/or organic solvents compromises their sustainability.Herein,we for the first time report the chemoselective hydrogenation of 3‐nitrostyrene over noble‐metal‐free Co‐N‐C SAC in green solvent—compressed CO2.An interesting inverted V‐curve relation is observed between the catalytic activity and CO2 pressure,where the conversion of 3‐nitrostyrene reaches the maximum of 100%at 5.0 MPa CO2(total pressure of 8.1 MPa).Meanwhile,the selectivities to 3‐vinylaniline at all pressures remain high(>99%).Phase behavior studies reveal that,in sharp contrast with the single phase which is formed at total pressure above 10.8 MPa,bi‐phase composed of CO2/H_(2)gas‐rich phase and CO2‐expanded substrate liquid phase forms at total pressure of 8.1 MPa,which dramatically changes the reaction kinetics of the catalytic system.The reaction order with respect to H_(2)pressure decreases from~0.5 to zero at total pressure of 8.1 MPa,suggesting the dissolved CO2 in 3‐nitrostyrene greatly promotes the dissolution of H_(2)in the substrate,which is responsible for the high catalytic activity at the peak of the inverted V‐curve.展开更多
Lean body mass (LBM) and age at menarche (AAM) are two important complex traits for human health. The aim of this study was to identify pleiotropic genes for both traits using a powerful bivariate genome-wide asso...Lean body mass (LBM) and age at menarche (AAM) are two important complex traits for human health. The aim of this study was to identify pleiotropic genes for both traits using a powerful bivariate genome-wide association study (GWAS). Two stud- ies, a discovery study and a replication study, were performed. In the discovery study, 909622 single nucleotide polymor- phisms (SNPs) were genotyped in 801 unrelated female Han Chinese subjects using the Affymetrix human genome-wide SNP array 6.0 platform. Then, a bivariate GWAS was performed to identify the SNPs that may be important for LBM and AAM. In the replication study, significant findings from the discovery study were validated in 1692 unrelated Caucasian female subjects One SNP rs3027009 that was bivafiately associated with left arm lean mass and AAM in the discovery samples (P=7.26x10-6) and in the replication samples (P=0.005) was identified. The SNP is located at the upstream of DARC (Duffy antigen receptor for chemokines) gene, suggesting that DARC may play an important role in regulating the metabolisms of both LBM and AAM.展开更多
G-quadruplexes attract more and more attention in recent years.Numerous small molecules which can induce or stabilize the formation of G-quadruplexes have been investigated on the purpose of anticancer drug developmen...G-quadruplexes attract more and more attention in recent years.Numerous small molecules which can induce or stabilize the formation of G-quadruplexes have been investigated on the purpose of anticancer drug development.As a motif existed in physiological condition,flanking sequences are an important part of G-quadruplexes but the study on the impact of flanking sequences on (G-quadruplex)-ligand binding is rarely reported.In this paper,the effects of flanking sequences on binding affinity between a series of unimolecular parallel-stranded G-quadruplex sequences derived from c-myc oncogene promoter (termed as c-myc G-quadruplexes) and their ligands are discussed in detail.The results showed that the flanking sequences on c-myc G-quadruplexes play key roles in (G-quadruplex)-ligand interaction.When a c-myc G-quadruplex is bound to its ligands,the flanking sequences might form a binding cavity above the terminal G-quartet,which could provide a suitable site for ligands to dock in.Moreover,the bases on flanking sequences could interact with ligand through π-π stacking,and finally form a sandwich-stacking mode (terminal G-quartet,ligand and bases on the flanking sequence).This mode could stabilize the (G-quadruplex)-ligand complex effectively and enhance the binding affinity dramatically.However,flanking sequences are also found to exhibit steric hindrance effect which could impede the (G-quadruplex)-ligand binding.展开更多
The 4N1K peptide,which is derived from the C-terminal domain of thrombospondin-1(TSP-1),is usually used as a functional mimic peptide for TSP-1.Knowledge about the interaction force of 4N1K/CD47 is important in explai...The 4N1K peptide,which is derived from the C-terminal domain of thrombospondin-1(TSP-1),is usually used as a functional mimic peptide for TSP-1.Knowledge about the interaction force of 4N1K/CD47 is important in explaining how TSP-1 affects the biological effect of CD47.Here we used a single-molecule force spectroscopy(SMFS)technique to explore the interaction of 4N1K/CD47 on both normal and oxidative human red blood cells(h RBCs)at single-molecule level.There was no interaction force between 4N1K and CD47 on normal h RBCs;however,we did find 4N1K-bound CD47 on oxidative h RBCs.We also detected interaction forces for 4N1K/CD47ex(extracellular domain of human CD47),and 4N1K/oxidative CD47ex.The interaction forces of 4N1K/CD47ex were almost consistent with those of 4N1K/oxidative CD47ex at the same loading rate.These results suggest that the conformational change of CD47 is critical for 4N1K-CD47 interaction on oxidative h RBCs.展开更多
In this paper we study the C3 compactness for minimal submanifolds in the unit sphere. We obtain two compactness theorems. As an application, we prove that there is a positive number δ(n), such that if the square of ...In this paper we study the C3 compactness for minimal submanifolds in the unit sphere. We obtain two compactness theorems. As an application, we prove that there is a positive number δ(n), such that if the square of the length of the second fundamental form of a minimal subrnanifold in the unit sphere is less than 2n/3+δ(n), it must be totally geodesic or diffeomorphic to a Veronese surface.展开更多
文摘A monolithic single pole single throw (SPST) switch is developed with GaAs PIN diode technology from IMECAS. A novel small signal model of a GaAs PIN diode is developed for circuit simulation. The switch features an on-state insertion loss of less than 1.6dB and a return loss of greater than 10dB while maintaining an off-state isolation of greater than 23dB from 5.5 to 7. 5GHz. The measured 1dB power gain compression point is about 20dBm.
基金V. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This work was supported by the National Key Basic Research Program (No.2012CB922001 and No.2011CB921404), the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.21121003 and No.51172223), the Strategic Priority Research Program of CAS (No.XDB01020300), One Hundred Talent Program of CAS, the National Young Top Talent Program of Organization Department of China, the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (No.WK2060140014 and No.WK2060190025), and USTCSCC, SCCAS, Tianjin, and Shanghai Supercomputer Centers.
文摘By using first principles calculations, four two-dimensional B-C-N ternary sheets with ordered and uniform element distribution are predicted based on the C, B, or N filled g-C3N4 sheet. These B-C-N ternary sheets are metallic except for B4-C3N4 monolayer, which is a semiconductor with an energy band gap of 1.18 eV. In particular, the BnC-C3N4 is a ferromagnetic metal with a net magnetic moment of 0.57 μB/cell, which can be used to develop metal-free spintronic device. The calculated formation energy indicates these B-C-N ternary sheets are highly thermal stable. It presents a new route to obtain uniform B-C-N ternary sheet for electronic and spintronic applications.
文摘AIM:To evaluate the effectiveness of adalimumab in preventing recurrence after intestinal resection for Crohn's disease in high-risk patients.METHODS:A multicenter,prospective,observational study was conducted from June 2009 until June 2010.We consecutively included high-risk Crohn's disease patients who had undergone an ileal/ileocolonic resection.High-risk patients were defined as two or more criteria:smokers,penetrating pattern,one or more previous surgical resections or prior extensive resection.Subcutaneous adalimumab was administered 2 wk(± 5 d) after surgery at a dose of 40 mg eow,with an initial induction dose of 160/80 mg at weeks 0 and 2.Demographic data,previous and concomitant treatments(antibiotics,5-aminosalicylates,corticosteroids,immunomodulators or biologic therapies),smoking status at the time of diagnosis and after the index operation and number of previous resections(type and reason for surgery) were all recorded.Biological status was assessed with C-reactive protein,erythrocyte sedimentation rate and fecal calprotectin.One year(± 3 mo) after surgery,an ileocolonoscopy and/or magnetic resonance enterography was performed.Endoscopic recurrence was defined as Rutgeerts score ≥ i2.Morphological recurrence was based on magnetic resonance(MR) score ≥ MR1.RESULTS:Twenty-nine patients(55.2% males,48.3% smokers at diagnosis and 13.8% after the index operation),mean age 42.3 years and mean duration of the disease 13.8 years were included in the study.A mean of 1.76(range:1-4) resections previous to adalimumab administration and in 37.9% was considered extensive resection.51.7% had previously received infliximab.Immunomodulators were given concomitantly to 17.2% of patients.Four of the 29(13.7%) developed clinical recurrence,6/29(20.7%) endoscopic recurrence and 7/19(36.8%) morphological recurrence after 1-year.All patients with clinical recurrence showed endoscopic and morphological recurrence.A high degree of concordance was found between clinical-endoscopic recurrence(k = 0.76,P < 0.001) and clinical-morphological recurrence(k = 0.63,P = 0.003).Correlation between endoscopic and radiological findings was good(comparing the 5-point Rutgeerts score with the 4-point MR score,a score of i4 was classified as MR3,i3 as MR2,and i2-i1 as MR1)(P < 0.001,r s = 0.825).During follow-up,five(17.2%) patients needed adalimumab dose intensification(40 mg/wk);Mean time to intensification after the introduction of adalimumab treatment was 8 mo(range:5 to 11 mo).In three cases(10.3%),a biological change was needed due to a worsening of the disease after the dose intensification to 40 mg/wk.One patient suffered an adverse event.CONCLUSION:Adalimumab seems to be effective and safe in preventing postoperative recurrence in a selected group of patients who had undergone an intestinal resection for their CD.
文摘A three-stage MMIC power amplifier operating from 6to 18GHz is fabricated using 0.25μm A1GaAs/InGaAs/GaAs pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistor(PHEMT).The amplifier isfully monolithic,with all matching,biasing,and DC block circuitry included on the chip.Thepower amplifier has an average power gain of 19dB over 6~18GHz.At operation frequenciesfrom 6 to 18GHz,the output power is above 33.3dBm,and the maximum output power of the MMICis 34.7dBm at 10Ghz.The input return loss is less than-10db and the out-put return is lessthan-6dB over operating frequency.This power amplifier has,to our knowledge,the best powergain flatness reported at C-X-Ku-band applications.
基金This work was supported by the Funds of the Key Laboratory of Organic Syntheses of Jiangsu province (No. KJS01018) and the Funds of Young Teachers of Suzhou University
文摘The new uranyl complex UO2(NO3)2[PhN(CH3)C(O)(CH3)NPh]2 was synthesized and its crystal structure has been determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data: C30H32N6O10U, triclinic, space group P with a = 7.772(1), b = 9.267(1), c = 12.644(1) ? a = 68.246(8), b = 73.871(9), g = 84.99(1)o, V = 812.4(2) ?, Mr = 874.65, Z = 1, Dc = 1.788 g/cm3, F(000) = 426, m = 5.062 mm-1, the final R = 0.022 and wR = 0.059 for 3571 observed reflections (I > 2s(I)). The central uranyl ion is coordinated by six oxygen atoms, two from the carbonyl groups of N,N-dimethyl-N,N-dibenzenyl-urea molecules and the other four from two nitrate groups.
文摘In order to differentiate regions, varieties, and parts of tobacco leaves, two pattern recognition methods through pattern classification modeling were developed based on the comprehensive information of ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-VIS) by employing one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA1) and wave range random combination (WRRC) technology from MATLAB. This proposed classification method has never been reported previously and the instrument and operation for this method is much more convenient and efficient than previous reported classification methods. The result of this paper demonstrated that the spectral features extracted by ANOVAI and WRRC methods could be used to differentiate tobacco leaves with different patterns. The ANOVAI method had a training recognition rate range of 75.00-87.50%,4 and a validation recognition rate range of 57.14-100%. The WRRC method had a training recognition rate range of 75.00-94.12% and a validation recognition rate range of 66.67-100%. The ANOVAI method is more convenient and efficient in model developing, while the WRRC method utilizes fewer model variables and is more robust.
基金Supported by the Pilot Project of the Knowledge Innovation Program(0654221211)~~
文摘The C++ program: Hapseeker was developed to analyze DNA or RNA sequence, besides, Hapseeker could be used to identify haplotype, calculate frequency of each haplotype as well as find variable site quickly. Moreover, Hapseeker had many advantages such as simple operation, rapid running speed and high accuracy.
文摘A library of 2 ×107 random octapeptides was constructed by use of phagemid-based monovalent phage display system. The randomly synthesized degenerated oligodeoxyribonucleotides (oligos ) were fused to the truncated g Ⅲ (p230-p403). Sequence analysis of 11 randomly chosen clones suggested that the degenerated inserts and its deduced amino acid (aa) sequences are randomly distributed. The library was used to select binding peptides to the monoclonal antibody (mAb) 9E10, which recognizes a continuous decapeptide epi- tope of denatured human c-myc protein. After four to five rounds of panning, most of the eluted clones could bind to 9E10. Sequence analysis of the selected positive clones indicated that the binding sequences could fall into two classes, one class (clone 1) shares a consensus motif, ISE x x L, with c-myc decapeptide; and the sequences of the other class are entirely different. The binding of both classes to 9E10 could be specifically inhibited by free c-myc decapeptide. The immunogenicity of the phage peptide was further investigated by construction of multivalent displayed phage peptides and immunization of animals with or without adjuvant. ELISA and competitive ELISA showed that anti-serum from both mice and rabbit immunized with either clone could bind to the original antigen, c-myc decapeptide. These results denote that in spite of the dissimilarity of the selected peptides with c-myc decapeptide, they are capable of inducing similar immune respones in vivo, thus actually mimicking the antigen epitope.
文摘Single‐atom catalysts(SACs)have demonstrated excellent performances in chemoselective hydrogenation reactions.However,the employment of precious metals and/or organic solvents compromises their sustainability.Herein,we for the first time report the chemoselective hydrogenation of 3‐nitrostyrene over noble‐metal‐free Co‐N‐C SAC in green solvent—compressed CO2.An interesting inverted V‐curve relation is observed between the catalytic activity and CO2 pressure,where the conversion of 3‐nitrostyrene reaches the maximum of 100%at 5.0 MPa CO2(total pressure of 8.1 MPa).Meanwhile,the selectivities to 3‐vinylaniline at all pressures remain high(>99%).Phase behavior studies reveal that,in sharp contrast with the single phase which is formed at total pressure above 10.8 MPa,bi‐phase composed of CO2/H_(2)gas‐rich phase and CO2‐expanded substrate liquid phase forms at total pressure of 8.1 MPa,which dramatically changes the reaction kinetics of the catalytic system.The reaction order with respect to H_(2)pressure decreases from~0.5 to zero at total pressure of 8.1 MPa,suggesting the dissolved CO2 in 3‐nitrostyrene greatly promotes the dissolution of H_(2)in the substrate,which is responsible for the high catalytic activity at the peak of the inverted V‐curve.
基金supported by the Shanghai Leading Academic Discipline Project(Grant No.S30501)a start-up fund from the Shanghai University of Science and Technology,China+1 种基金supported by grants from National Institutes of Health(Grant Nos.P50AR055081, R01AG026564,R01AR050496,RC2DE020756,R01AR057049,and R03TW008221)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.31100902)
文摘Lean body mass (LBM) and age at menarche (AAM) are two important complex traits for human health. The aim of this study was to identify pleiotropic genes for both traits using a powerful bivariate genome-wide association study (GWAS). Two stud- ies, a discovery study and a replication study, were performed. In the discovery study, 909622 single nucleotide polymor- phisms (SNPs) were genotyped in 801 unrelated female Han Chinese subjects using the Affymetrix human genome-wide SNP array 6.0 platform. Then, a bivariate GWAS was performed to identify the SNPs that may be important for LBM and AAM. In the replication study, significant findings from the discovery study were validated in 1692 unrelated Caucasian female subjects One SNP rs3027009 that was bivafiately associated with left arm lean mass and AAM in the discovery samples (P=7.26x10-6) and in the replication samples (P=0.005) was identified. The SNP is located at the upstream of DARC (Duffy antigen receptor for chemokines) gene, suggesting that DARC may play an important role in regulating the metabolisms of both LBM and AAM.
文摘G-quadruplexes attract more and more attention in recent years.Numerous small molecules which can induce or stabilize the formation of G-quadruplexes have been investigated on the purpose of anticancer drug development.As a motif existed in physiological condition,flanking sequences are an important part of G-quadruplexes but the study on the impact of flanking sequences on (G-quadruplex)-ligand binding is rarely reported.In this paper,the effects of flanking sequences on binding affinity between a series of unimolecular parallel-stranded G-quadruplex sequences derived from c-myc oncogene promoter (termed as c-myc G-quadruplexes) and their ligands are discussed in detail.The results showed that the flanking sequences on c-myc G-quadruplexes play key roles in (G-quadruplex)-ligand interaction.When a c-myc G-quadruplex is bound to its ligands,the flanking sequences might form a binding cavity above the terminal G-quartet,which could provide a suitable site for ligands to dock in.Moreover,the bases on flanking sequences could interact with ligand through π-π stacking,and finally form a sandwich-stacking mode (terminal G-quartet,ligand and bases on the flanking sequence).This mode could stabilize the (G-quadruplex)-ligand complex effectively and enhance the binding affinity dramatically.However,flanking sequences are also found to exhibit steric hindrance effect which could impede the (G-quadruplex)-ligand binding.
基金financially supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(2011CB933600,2013CB966900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21373200,81273334)Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University(PCSIRT,IRT1133)
文摘The 4N1K peptide,which is derived from the C-terminal domain of thrombospondin-1(TSP-1),is usually used as a functional mimic peptide for TSP-1.Knowledge about the interaction force of 4N1K/CD47 is important in explaining how TSP-1 affects the biological effect of CD47.Here we used a single-molecule force spectroscopy(SMFS)technique to explore the interaction of 4N1K/CD47 on both normal and oxidative human red blood cells(h RBCs)at single-molecule level.There was no interaction force between 4N1K and CD47 on normal h RBCs;however,we did find 4N1K-bound CD47 on oxidative h RBCs.We also detected interaction forces for 4N1K/CD47ex(extracellular domain of human CD47),and 4N1K/oxidative CD47ex.The interaction forces of 4N1K/CD47ex were almost consistent with those of 4N1K/oxidative CD47ex at the same loading rate.These results suggest that the conformational change of CD47 is critical for 4N1K-CD47 interaction on oxidative h RBCs.
基金Supported by the National Natural Scieuce Foundation of China(19971081)
文摘In this paper we study the C3 compactness for minimal submanifolds in the unit sphere. We obtain two compactness theorems. As an application, we prove that there is a positive number δ(n), such that if the square of the length of the second fundamental form of a minimal subrnanifold in the unit sphere is less than 2n/3+δ(n), it must be totally geodesic or diffeomorphic to a Veronese surface.