In this paper,we introduce the censored composite conditional quantile coefficient(cC-CQC)to rank the relative importance of each predictor in high-dimensional censored regression.The cCCQC takes advantage of all usef...In this paper,we introduce the censored composite conditional quantile coefficient(cC-CQC)to rank the relative importance of each predictor in high-dimensional censored regression.The cCCQC takes advantage of all useful information across quantiles and can detect nonlinear effects including interactions and heterogeneity,effectively.Furthermore,the proposed screening method based on cCCQC is robust to the existence of outliers and enjoys the sure screening property.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed method performs competitively on survival datasets of high-dimensional predictors,particularly when the variables are highly correlated.展开更多
Objective Detection and quantification of RNA synthesis in cells is a widely used technique for monitoring cell viability,health,and metabolic rate.After exposure to environmental stimuli,both the internal reference g...Objective Detection and quantification of RNA synthesis in cells is a widely used technique for monitoring cell viability,health,and metabolic rate.After exposure to environmental stimuli,both the internal reference gene and target gene would be degraded.As a result,it is imperative to consider the accurate capture of nascent RNA and the detection of transcriptional levels of RNA following environmental stimulation.This study aims to create a Click Chemistry method that utilizes its property to capture nascent RNA from total RNA that was stimulated by the environment.Methods The new RNA was labeled with 5-ethyluridine(5-EU)instead of uracil,and the azido-biotin medium ligand was connected to the magnetic sphere using a combination of“Click Chemistry”and magnetic bead screening.Then the new RNA was captured and the transcription rate of 16S rRNA was detected by fluorescence molecular beacon(M.B.)and quantitative reverse transcription PCR(qRT-PCR).Results The bacterial nascent RNA captured by“Click Chemistry”screening can be used as a reverse transcription template to form cDNA.Combined with the fluorescent molecular beacon M.B.1,the synthesis rate of rRNA at 37℃is 1.2 times higher than that at 15℃.The 16S rRNA gene and cspI gene can be detected by fluorescent quantitative PCR,it was found that the measured relative gene expression changes were significantly enhanced at 25℃and 16℃when analyzed with nascent RNA rather than total RNA,enabling accurate detection of RNA transcription rates.Conclusion Compared to other article reported experimental methods that utilize screening magnetic columns,the technical scheme employed in this study is more suitable for bacteria,and the operation steps are simple and easy to implement,making it an effective RNA capture method for researchers.展开更多
The advancement of Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats(CRISPR)gene editing technology has revolutionized the comprehension of human genome,propelling molecular and cellular biology research into ...The advancement of Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats(CRISPR)gene editing technology has revolutionized the comprehension of human genome,propelling molecular and cellular biology research into unexplored realms and accelerating progress in life sciences and medicine.CRISPR-based gene screening,recognized for its efficiency and practicality,is widely utilized across diverse biological fields.Aging is a multifaceted process governed by a myriad of genetic and epigenetic factors.Unraveling the genes regulating aging holds promise for understanding this intricate phenomenon and devising strategies for its assessment and intervention.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the progress in CRISPR screening and its applications in aging research,while also offering insights into future directions.CRISPR-based genetic-manipulation tools are positioned as indispensable instruments for mitigating aging and managing age-related diseases.展开更多
[Objective] The aim was to screen out simple methods of DNA extraction and effective ISSR primers suitable to all germplasm materials of Camellia chekiangoleosa.[Method] The modified CTAB method was used in the extrac...[Objective] The aim was to screen out simple methods of DNA extraction and effective ISSR primers suitable to all germplasm materials of Camellia chekiangoleosa.[Method] The modified CTAB method was used in the extraction of the genomic DNA,50 ISSR primers from other Camellia plants were used in the ISSR-PCR amplification for 20 germplasm materials from 10 populations in Fujian,Zhejiang,Jiangxi and Anhui Province.[Result] Pure DNA could be obtained rapidly by using the improved CTAB method,and the 20 selected effective primers had rich polymorphism,clear bands and good repeatability.337 DNA bands were obtained,of which 281 bands were polymorphic,accounting for 83.4% of the total amplified bands.And 16.85 bands could be amplified with a primer,averagely.[Conclusion] The selected 20 primers could be effectively applied to ISSR analysis of the germplasm resources of C.chekiangoleosa in Zhejiang.展开更多
[ Objective] To provide effective primers for the rapid and accurate ISSR analysis of the germplasm materials of Mallotus oblongiolus （Miq.） Muello-Arg.. [Method] The modified CTAB method was used in the extraction ...[ Objective] To provide effective primers for the rapid and accurate ISSR analysis of the germplasm materials of Mallotus oblongiolus （Miq.） Muello-Arg.. [Method] The modified CTAB method was used in the extraction of the genomic DNA. 99 ISSR primers were used in the ISSR-PCR amplification for 20 germplasm materials from 10 populations in Hainan Island, so that some primers, which were suitable to all gerplasm materials of M. oblongiolu, could be selected. [ Result] 15 effective primers with characteristics of rich polymorphism, clear bands, and good repeatability were selected from 99 test primers. The 15 primers selected were used in the ISSR-PCR amplification for 66 germplasm materials of M. oblongiolus. From all of which the abundant and distinct DNA fingerprintings could be obtained. 286 DNA bands were obtained, and of which 231 bands were polymorphic, which amounted to 80.77% of the total bands amplified. And 19.1 bands could be obtained with each primer, averagely. [ Conclusion] The 15 primers selected could be effectively applied to ISSR analysis of the germplasm resources of M. oblongiolus.展开更多
基金Outstanding Youth Foundation of Hunan Provincial Department of Education(Grant No.22B0911)。
文摘In this paper,we introduce the censored composite conditional quantile coefficient(cC-CQC)to rank the relative importance of each predictor in high-dimensional censored regression.The cCCQC takes advantage of all useful information across quantiles and can detect nonlinear effects including interactions and heterogeneity,effectively.Furthermore,the proposed screening method based on cCCQC is robust to the existence of outliers and enjoys the sure screening property.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed method performs competitively on survival datasets of high-dimensional predictors,particularly when the variables are highly correlated.
文摘Objective Detection and quantification of RNA synthesis in cells is a widely used technique for monitoring cell viability,health,and metabolic rate.After exposure to environmental stimuli,both the internal reference gene and target gene would be degraded.As a result,it is imperative to consider the accurate capture of nascent RNA and the detection of transcriptional levels of RNA following environmental stimulation.This study aims to create a Click Chemistry method that utilizes its property to capture nascent RNA from total RNA that was stimulated by the environment.Methods The new RNA was labeled with 5-ethyluridine(5-EU)instead of uracil,and the azido-biotin medium ligand was connected to the magnetic sphere using a combination of“Click Chemistry”and magnetic bead screening.Then the new RNA was captured and the transcription rate of 16S rRNA was detected by fluorescence molecular beacon(M.B.)and quantitative reverse transcription PCR(qRT-PCR).Results The bacterial nascent RNA captured by“Click Chemistry”screening can be used as a reverse transcription template to form cDNA.Combined with the fluorescent molecular beacon M.B.1,the synthesis rate of rRNA at 37℃is 1.2 times higher than that at 15℃.The 16S rRNA gene and cspI gene can be detected by fluorescent quantitative PCR,it was found that the measured relative gene expression changes were significantly enhanced at 25℃and 16℃when analyzed with nascent RNA rather than total RNA,enabling accurate detection of RNA transcription rates.Conclusion Compared to other article reported experimental methods that utilize screening magnetic columns,the technical scheme employed in this study is more suitable for bacteria,and the operation steps are simple and easy to implement,making it an effective RNA capture method for researchers.
文摘The advancement of Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats(CRISPR)gene editing technology has revolutionized the comprehension of human genome,propelling molecular and cellular biology research into unexplored realms and accelerating progress in life sciences and medicine.CRISPR-based gene screening,recognized for its efficiency and practicality,is widely utilized across diverse biological fields.Aging is a multifaceted process governed by a myriad of genetic and epigenetic factors.Unraveling the genes regulating aging holds promise for understanding this intricate phenomenon and devising strategies for its assessment and intervention.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the progress in CRISPR screening and its applications in aging research,while also offering insights into future directions.CRISPR-based genetic-manipulation tools are positioned as indispensable instruments for mitigating aging and managing age-related diseases.
基金Supported by Project of Zhejiang Provincial Department of Scienceand Technology(2010C32043)~~
文摘[Objective] The aim was to screen out simple methods of DNA extraction and effective ISSR primers suitable to all germplasm materials of Camellia chekiangoleosa.[Method] The modified CTAB method was used in the extraction of the genomic DNA,50 ISSR primers from other Camellia plants were used in the ISSR-PCR amplification for 20 germplasm materials from 10 populations in Fujian,Zhejiang,Jiangxi and Anhui Province.[Result] Pure DNA could be obtained rapidly by using the improved CTAB method,and the 20 selected effective primers had rich polymorphism,clear bands and good repeatability.337 DNA bands were obtained,of which 281 bands were polymorphic,accounting for 83.4% of the total amplified bands.And 16.85 bands could be amplified with a primer,averagely.[Conclusion] The selected 20 primers could be effectively applied to ISSR analysis of the germplasm resources of C.chekiangoleosa in Zhejiang.
基金Supported by Special Fund for Key Disciplines Program of HainanUniversity~~
文摘[ Objective] To provide effective primers for the rapid and accurate ISSR analysis of the germplasm materials of Mallotus oblongiolus （Miq.） Muello-Arg.. [Method] The modified CTAB method was used in the extraction of the genomic DNA. 99 ISSR primers were used in the ISSR-PCR amplification for 20 germplasm materials from 10 populations in Hainan Island, so that some primers, which were suitable to all gerplasm materials of M. oblongiolu, could be selected. [ Result] 15 effective primers with characteristics of rich polymorphism, clear bands, and good repeatability were selected from 99 test primers. The 15 primers selected were used in the ISSR-PCR amplification for 66 germplasm materials of M. oblongiolus. From all of which the abundant and distinct DNA fingerprintings could be obtained. 286 DNA bands were obtained, and of which 231 bands were polymorphic, which amounted to 80.77% of the total bands amplified. And 19.1 bands could be obtained with each primer, averagely. [ Conclusion] The 15 primers selected could be effectively applied to ISSR analysis of the germplasm resources of M. oblongiolus.
