无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒影响骨髓间充质干细胞的增殖

背景:目前关于无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒对细胞增殖活性的影响及毒性效应的研究较少。目的:探究无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒对大鼠骨髓间充质干细胞的毒性、增殖等生物学活性的影响。方法:制备含0,25,50,75,100 mg/L无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒的培养液,采用5种质量浓度的培养液培养大鼠骨髓间充质干细胞,24 h后进行普鲁士蓝染色验证超顺磁性氧化铁纳米标记情况,CCK-8法检测细胞增殖,同时检测细胞上清液中乳酸脱氢酶活性及细胞内超氧化物歧化酶活性。结果与结论:普鲁士蓝染色证实,50 mg/L及以上质量浓度的无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒均可100%标记细胞,但25 mg/L组尚无法达到完全标记。随着质量浓度的增高,无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒对细胞的抑制率及毒性逐渐增大,25 mg/L无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒对细胞的影响最小,50 mg/L无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒虽然对细胞生长的影响较25 mg/L组为高,但二者在统计学上无明显差别(P>0.05)。结果表明,50 mg/L无葡聚糖包被超顺磁性氧化铁纳米颗粒对骨髓间充质干细胞标记率高,且细胞毒性及对细胞增殖活性的影响较小。

用原子力显微镜研究葡聚糖包覆纳米氧化铁微粒的形貌特征

采用化学共沉淀法合成了葡聚糖包覆的超顺磁纳米氧化铁微粒,用原子力显微镜对其分布状态、微粒形貌和尺度等进行了表征,并与透射电镜观察结果进行了比较。结果表明:葡聚糖包覆的超顺磁纳米氧化铁微粒大小均匀且有规律的定向分布,无团聚现象;透射电镜显示其核心氧化铁纳米粒子的外形主要为不规则的球形,粒径5～20 nm;被葡聚糖包覆后的纳米氧化铁微粒呈长方体,尺寸为(200～300)nm×(400～600)nm×(50～70)nm。

电动转弯溜子在糖包运输中的应用及其改进

介绍电动转弯溜子在糖包运输过程中的应用,并进行优化改进。

《等候李平》

金河的近作《等候李平》,篇幅虽短,内容却有味道。这是一篇笔墨使用得经济,有着较强感染力的好作品。 《等候李平》的特色之一,是它情节单纯,动人心扉。故事中的人物,除了去找李平的“我”之外。

新型袋装白糖装车机的设计、应用与改进

介绍了KTZ650型货台移动式装车机的基本结构及原理。经糖厂使用表明,该装车机具有工艺布置灵活,使用简单方便,自动化程度高,劳动强度低,装车效率高的特点,并提出了改进的方法。

Immunization with Cytomegalovirus Envelope Glycoprotein M and Glycoprotein N DNA Vaccines can Provide Mice with Complete Protection against a Lethal Murine Cytomegalovirus Challenge

Human cytomegalovirus virions contain three major glycoprotein complexes (gC I, II, III), all of which are required for CMV infectivity. These complexes also represent major antigenic targets for anti-viral immune responses. The gC II complex consists of two glycoproteins, gM and gN. In the current study, DNA vaccines expressing the murine cytomegalovirus (MCMV) homologs of the gM and gN proteins were evaluated for protection against lethal MCMV infection in a mouse model. Humoral and cellular immune responses, spleen viral titers, and mice survival and body-weight changes were examined. The results showed that immunization with gM or gN DNA vaccine alone was not able to offer good protection, whereas co-immunization with both gM and gN induced an effective neutralizing antibody response and cellular immune response, and provided mice with complete protection against a lethal MCMV challenge. This study provides the first in vivo evidence that the gC II (gM-gN) complex may be able to serve as a protective subunit antigen for future HCMV vaccine development.

Dyeing and printing wastewater treatment using fly-ash coated with chitosan

Printing and dyeing industry is a considerable source of environmental contamination. In this study treatment of printing and dyeing wastewater with a new type of sewage treatment agent, fly-ash coated with chitosan particles （FCCP）, was examined. The effects ofpH, stirring time, sedimentation time and temperature on color, COD, turbidity and NH3-N removal were determined. The optimum dosage of FCCP and the influence of individual factors on removal efficiency were tested. The optimum parameters determined using the L16 （45） orthogonal experiment were as follows： FCCP （weight ratio of chitosan to fly-ash 1：6） dosage, 4 g.L^-1; temperature, 35℃; pH, 4. The stirring time and sedimentation time were 20 min and 5 h, respectively. Under these optimum conditions, the color, COD and NH3-N removal ratios were 97%, 80% and 75%, respectively.

Effect of Acai Powder and Polydextrose on Bread Quality Using Surface Response

The aim of this study was to develop a new bread formulation from different amounts of acai powder and polydextrose incorporated into wheat flour on bread technological properties. The formulations were developed using the central composite rotational design and having as dependent variables specific volume, hardness, crumb color and image analysis. Statistical analysis was performed using multiple regression and response surface. The results showed that the inclusion of powdered acai and polydextrose in bread formulations reduces the specific volume and alveoli number and increases the browning and hardness of the bread. However, values of this addition （30 g/100 g） were found that did not promote significant quality reduction and the scanning electron microscopy （SEM） showed minimal damage to the gluten network at this level of incorporation.

Cloning and Sequence Analysis of Envelope Glycoprotein E1 Gene of Rubella Virus, JR23 Strain

To construct an expression vector containing the E1 glycoprotein gene of rubella virus for the study on the effect of mutation of the E1 gene glycoprotein and the analysis of phylogenetic differences of sequences, the gene encoding the E1 envelope glycoprotein was amplified from rubella virus, Jinan strain JR23, by RT-PCR and ligated into PMD-18T vector. The clones that carried the E1 gene were identified after amp r selection and analysis of restriction enzyme digestion. After sequencing this gene was analyzed by Danstar and Winstar programs, and the map of phylogenetic tree was drawn. The clone of E1 glycoprotein was thus constructed. It was found that the sequence differences between JR23 strain and the TCRB strain from Japan and those between JR23 strain and Thomas strain of England were rather small with difference values of 0.9% and 1.2% respectively. Yet those between JR23 strain and BRD2 strain from Beijing and those between JR23 strain and XG379 strain from Hong Kong were comparatively larger with difference values of 7.6% and 7.3% respectively. The sequence of JR23 strain with other strains was less than 3% except the NC strain (3.7%). It concludes that the construction of E1 glycoprotein gene offers an approach to study the relationship between structures and functions of E1 gene and its gene products. In the phylogenetic tree, it shows that there are significant differences in the sequences of rubella virus isolated in China, and this might be helpful to develop an effective subunit vaccine.

Preparation and characterization of controlled-release fertilizers coated with marine polysaccharide derivatives

Encapsulation of water-soluble nitrogen fertilizers by membranes can be used to control the release of nutrients to maximize the fertilization ef fect and reduce environmental pollution.In this research,we formulated a new double-coated controlled-release fertilizer(CRF)by using food-grade microcrystalline wax(MW)and marine polysaccharide derivatives(calcium alginate and chitosan-glutaraldehyde copolymer).The pellets of water-soluble nitrogen fertilizer were coated with the marine polysaccharide derivatives and MW.A convenient and eco-friendly method was used to prepare the CRF.Scanning electron microscopy(SEM)and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR)were used to characterize the morphology and composition of the products.The nitrogen-release properties were determined in water using UV-Vis spectrophotometry.The controlled-release properties of the fertilizer were improved dramatically after coating with MW and the marine polysaccharide derivatives.The results show that the double-coated CRFs can release nitrogen in a controlled manner,have excellent controlled-release features,and meet the European Standard for CRFs.

Development of Chitosan Film Incorporating Garlic Oil or Potassium Sorbate as an Antifungal Agent for Garlic Bread

Chitosan is a biopolymer material. Mechanical, physical and barrier properties of different chitosan films incorporating garlic oil at 25, 50 and 100 μL/g chitosan or potassium sorbate at 25, 50 and 100 mg/g chitosan as antifungal agents were studied. Addition of garlic oil or potassium sorbate into the films did not alter their color except at the highest concentration of garlic oil which resulted in a more yellowish film. Garlic oil reduced film strength and elongation but it had no effect on water vapor transmission rate. Potassium sorbate reduced film strength and water vapor transmission rate, but it increased oxygen transmission rate. Films containing garlic oil or potassium sorbate was used to wrap around garlic bread to evaluate its shelf life. The development of mold on the bread surface was observed daily. The results showed that garlic bread wrapped in chitosan film incorporating garlic oil had 23 days shelf life, compared with only 7 days shelf life of garlic bread without wrapping. Garlic bread wrapped by film containing potassium sorbate had 13 days shelf life. Garlic breads wrapped by the films incorporating either garlic oil or potassium sorbate were acceptable in terms of sensory evaluation.

“小丑包子”大变身

盼望着,盼望着,终于轮到我参加职业体验活动,真是太开心了.每个职业我都想体验,经过一番挣扎,我最终选择了当主厨助理。我到食堂跟师傅学习做糖包。首先,师傅做演示。只见他拿起一个小面团,在案板上拍打了几下,然后把糖放在面团中间,轻轻一按,糖包就做好了。

Persistence of VRC01-resistant HIV-1 during antiretroviral therapy

VRC01, a broadly neutralizing monoclonal antibody （bnmAb）, can neutralize a diverse array of HIV-1 isolates by mimicking CD4 binding to the envelope glycoprotein gpl20. We have previously demonstrated the presence of VRC01-resistant strains in an HIV-1 infected patient during antiretroviral therapy. Here, we report follow-up studies of two subsequent samples from the same patient. With genetic and phenotypic analysis of over 70 full-length molecular clones of the HIV-1 envelope, we show that VRC01-resistant HIV-1 continued to exist and change in its proportion of the infecting virus during treatment with a highly active antiretroviral therapy. Consistent with our previous observation, the resistant phenotype was associated with a single asparagine residue at position 460 （N460）, a potential N-linked glycosylation site in the V5 region. The persistence and continuing evolution of VRC01-resistant HIV-1 in vivo presents a great challenge to our future preventative and therapeutic interventions based on VRC01.

Uncovering the mystery of Ebola virus entry: Lock and key

How Ebola virus(EBOV)enters a host cell remains intriguingly mysterious to the public.Recently,a study led by George F Gao and his colleagues has unveiled how the primed glycoprotein on the envelope of EBOV binds to its endosomal receptor Niemann-Pick C1(NPC1)molecule during the process of virus membrane fusion with the host cells,an essential step for viral entry(Wang et al.,2016).This fine resolution of the viral glycoprotein with NPC1 at the atomic level sheds light on the development of therapeutic inhibitors against EBOV infection.

Aptamer-wrapped gold nanoparticles for the colorimetric detection of omethoate

Organophosphorous pesticide(OP) contamination has serious adverse effects on human health and the environment. Due to the toxicity of OPs and the threat presented by their accidental or intentional release in populated areas, the determination and monitoring of these OPs in food products and environment is of great importance. OPs are present in very small quantities and therefore, methods for their detection need to be highly sensitive and selective. Here, we aimed to develop a simple and selective aptamer-based colorimetric assay for the detection of omethoate, which is one of the commonly used OPs. The principle of the assay is that single-stranded DNA(ss DNA)-wrapped gold nanoparticles(Au NPs) are resistant to salt-induced aggregation. By employing an "artificial antibody" organophosphorous pesticide-binding aptamer(OBA) as the recognition element, aptamer-wrapped Au NPs(Au-apta) show high selectivity towards omethoate, resulting in the disconnection of aptamers from Au NPs and the aggregation of Au NPs. As there is a significant color change from the interparticle plasmon coupling during the aggregation of Au NPs, the established assay showed good linearity between 0.1 and 10 μmol/L, with a low detection limit of 0.1 μmol/L. Other OPs such as profenofos, phorate, and isocarbophos would not interfere with the detection of omethoate despite having similar structures. Thus, the colorimetric method shows potential for use in the detection of omethoate in real soil samples.

Treatment of diabetes with encapsulated pig islets: an update on current developments

The potential use of al ogeneic islet transplantation in curing type 1 diabetes mel itus has been adequately demonstrated, but its large-scale application is limited by the short supply of donor islets and the need for sustained and heavy immunosuppressive therapy. Encapsulation of pig islets was therefore suggested with a view to providing a possible alternative source of islet grafts and avoiding chronic immunosuppression and associated adverse or toxic effects. Nevertheless, several vital elements should be taken into account before this therapy becomes a clinical reality, including cell sources, encapsulation approaches, and implantation sites. This paper provides a comprehensive review of xenotransplantation of encapsulated pig islets for the treatment of type 1 diabetes mel itus, including current re-search findings and suggestions for future studies.

New approach for chiral separation: from polysaccharide-based materials to chirality-responsive polymers

Chiral separation that is closely related to daily life is a meaningful research. Polysaccharide-(e.g., cellulose, amylose derivatives) based chiral packing materials afford powerful chiral stationary phases(CSPs) toward a broad range of racemic compounds. However, considering the explosive growth of specific chiral drugs, the separation efficiencies of these CSPs need further improvement, which calls for new approaches and strategies. Smart polymers can change their physical or chemical properties dynamically and reversibly according to the external stimuli(e.g., thermo-, pH, solvent, ion, light, critical parameters for chromatographic separation) exerted on them, subsequently resulting in tunable changes in the macroscopic properties of materials. In addition to their excellent controllability, the introduction of chiral characteristics into the backbones or side-chains of smart polymers provides a promising route to realize reversibly conformational transition in response to the chiral analytes. This dramatic transition may significantly improve the performance of materials in chiral separation through modulating the enantioselective interactions between materials and analytes. With the help of chirality-responsive polymers, intelligent and switchable CSPs could be developed and applied in column-liquid chromatography. In these systems, the elution order or enantioselectivity of chiral drugs can be precisely modulated, which will help to solve many challenging problems that involve complicated enantiomers. In this paper we introduce some typical examples of smart polymers that serve as the basis for a discussion of emerging developments of CPSs, and then briefly outline the recent CSPs based on natural and certain synthetic polymers.