Mononuclear macrophage infiltration in the central nervous system is a prominent feature of neuroinflammation. Recent studies on the pathogenesis and progression of multiple sclerosis have highlighted the multiple rol...Mononuclear macrophage infiltration in the central nervous system is a prominent feature of neuroinflammation. Recent studies on the pathogenesis and progression of multiple sclerosis have highlighted the multiple roles of mononuclear macrophages in the neuroinflammatory process. Monocytes play a significant role in neuroinflammation, and managing neuroinflammation by manipulating peripheral monocytes stands out as an effective strategy for the treatment of multiple sclerosis, leading to improved patient outcomes. This review outlines the steps involved in the entry of myeloid monocytes into the central nervous system that are targets for effective intervention: the activation of bone marrow hematopoiesis, migration of monocytes in the blood, and penetration of the blood–brain barrier by monocytes. Finally, we summarize the different monocyte subpopulations and their effects on the central nervous system based on phenotypic differences. As activated microglia resemble monocyte-derived macrophages, it is important to accurately identify the role of monocyte-derived macrophages in disease. Depending on the roles played by monocyte-derived macrophages at different stages of the disease, several of these processes can be interrupted to limit neuroinflammation and improve patient prognosis. Here, we discuss possible strategies to target monocytes in neurological diseases, focusing on three key aspects of monocyte infiltration into the central nervous system, to provide new ideas for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.展开更多
BACKGROUND This case report examines the challenges associated with removing a totally implantable venous access port(TIVAP)used for long-term chemotherapy in a patient with breast cancer.Prolonged use of TIVAPs can r...BACKGROUND This case report examines the challenges associated with removing a totally implantable venous access port(TIVAP)used for long-term chemotherapy in a patient with breast cancer.Prolonged use of TIVAPs can result in complications such as catheter kinking,thrombosis,and adhesions between the catheter and surrounding tissues,potentially complicating their removal.CASE SUMMARY A breast cancer patient with bone metastasis presented with difficulty aspirating blood from a TIVAP that had been placed in the right internal jugular vein for 3 years.Initial removal attempts at the Department of Venous Access Center were unsuccessful,likely due to adhesions,necessitating a subsequent successful catheter extraction in a hybrid operating room.Imaging revealed no abnor-malities,and the catheter was removed using a mosquito clamp to detach it from surrounding tissues.CONCLUSION This case highlights the challenges of removing TIVAPs inserted via the internal jugular vein,particularly when the catheter traverses the sternocleidomastoid muscle.Repeated neck movements might lead to significant adhesions around the catheter,complicating its removal.Careful consideration should be given during catheter placement to avoid muscle-related adhesions and facilitate smoother extraction in long-term use.展开更多
BACKGROUND Despite advancements in early detection and treatment,the prognosis and his-tological types for residual gastric cancer(GC)remains poor.CASE SUMMARY This case report presents a rare occurrence of residual G...BACKGROUND Despite advancements in early detection and treatment,the prognosis and his-tological types for residual gastric cancer(GC)remains poor.CASE SUMMARY This case report presents a rare occurrence of residual GC featuring a combination of small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma(SCNEC)and squamous cell carcinoma(SCC)in a 60-year-old male patient.The patient,with a history of Billroth II gas-trectomy for duodenal ulcer bleeding,presented with gastrointestinal bleeding.Preoperative computed tomography and positron emission tomography-compu-ted tomography indicated adenocarcinoma with tumor and abdominal lymph node metastasis.The patient underwent laparoscopic total gastrectomy and ly-mph node dissection for residual GC.Histological examination of the resected tumor confirmed the presence of both SCNEC and SCC.Postoperatively,the patient underwent adjuvant chemotherapy four times.Two years later,the patient was found to occur esophageal cancer and was performed a small bowel stoma and radical esophagectomy.CONCLUSION In this case report,we detail a rare instance of residual GC with mixed SCNEC and SCC,emphasizing the complexity of diagnosis and treatment,and the need for ongoing research.展开更多
BACKGROUND The efficacy of various bariatric surgeries varies in reducing blood glucose levels.Given the distinct mechanisms and anatomical alterations associated with each procedure,it is crucial to compare their gly...BACKGROUND The efficacy of various bariatric surgeries varies in reducing blood glucose levels.Given the distinct mechanisms and anatomical alterations associated with each procedure,it is crucial to compare their glycemic control outcomes.We hypothesize that proximal small intestinal bypass(PSIB)is superior in blood glucose reduction over Roux-en-Y gastric bypass(RYGB)and jejunoileal bypass(JIB).AIM To compare the effectiveness of PSIB,RYGB,and JIB in lowering blood glucose.METHODS Rats with streptozotocin-induced diabetes were randomly divided into PSIB,RYGB,JIB,and sham-operated groups.Body weight,food intake,fasting blood glucose level,oral glucose tolerance test,insulin tolerance test,liver enzymes,and blood lipids were measured.RESULTS Postoperatively,only the JIB group had a lower body weight compared to the sham group.The food intake of the rats in all three surgical groups was significantly less than that in the sham group.Fasting blood glucose was reduced in all surgical groups and was lower in the PSIB group than in the RYGB and JIB groups.Glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity improved in all three surgical groups compared to the sham group,but the improvement appeared earliest in the PSIB group.At six weeks postsurgery,the PSIB group showed a reduction in alanine transaminase levels and maintained a normal lipid profile.CONCLUSION PSIB demonstrated excellent hypoglycemic effects in the early postoperative period,and had better efficacy than RYGB and JIB.展开更多
The principle of genomic selection(GS) entails estimating breeding values(BVs) by summing all the SNP polygenic effects. The visible/near-infrared spectroscopy(VIS/NIRS) wavelength and abundance values can directly re...The principle of genomic selection(GS) entails estimating breeding values(BVs) by summing all the SNP polygenic effects. The visible/near-infrared spectroscopy(VIS/NIRS) wavelength and abundance values can directly reflect the concentrations of chemical substances, and the measurement of meat traits by VIS/NIRS is similar to the processing of genomic selection data by summing all ‘polygenic effects' associated with spectral feature peaks. Therefore, it is meaningful to investigate the incorporation of VIS/NIRS information into GS models to establish an efficient and low-cost breeding model. In this study, we measured 6 meat quality traits in 359Duroc×Landrace×Yorkshire pigs from Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, and genotyped them with high-density SNP chips. According to the completeness of the information for the target population, we proposed 4breeding strategies applied to different scenarios: Ⅰ, only spectral and genotypic data exist for the target population;Ⅱ, only spectral data exist for the target population;Ⅲ, only spectral and genotypic data but with different prediction processes exist for the target population;and Ⅳ, only spectral and phenotypic data exist for the target population.The 4 scenarios were used to evaluate the genomic estimated breeding value(GEBV) accuracy by increasing the VIS/NIR spectral information. In the results of the 5-fold cross-validation, the genetic algorithm showed remarkable potential for preselection of feature wavelengths. The breeding efficiency of Strategies Ⅱ, Ⅲ, and Ⅳ was superior to that of traditional GS for most traits, and the GEBV prediction accuracy was improved by 32.2, 40.8 and 15.5%, respectively on average. Among them, the prediction accuracy of Strategy Ⅱ for fat(%) even improved by 50.7% compared to traditional GS. The GEBV prediction accuracy of Strategy Ⅰ was nearly identical to that of traditional GS, and the fluctuation range was less than 7%. Moreover, the breeding cost of the 4 strategies was lower than that of traditional GS methods, with Strategy Ⅳ being the lowest as it did not require genotyping.Our findings demonstrate that GS methods based on VIS/NIRS data have significant predictive potential and are worthy of further research to provide a valuable reference for the development of effective and affordable breeding strategies.展开更多
BACKGROUND We investigated the utility of gamma-glutamyl transferase-to-lymphocyte ratio(GLR)as a predictive indicator for postoperative survival in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)across different time per...BACKGROUND We investigated the utility of gamma-glutamyl transferase-to-lymphocyte ratio(GLR)as a predictive indicator for postoperative survival in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)across different time periods and developed a predictive model based on this.AIM To evaluate the prognostic accuracy of GLR for overall survival(OS)in patients with HCC and its impact over time.METHODS This study enrolled 301 patients with HCC treated with curative hepatectomy.Exclusion criteria included non-HCC hepatic malignancies,inadequate records,and prior cancer treatments.Baseline demographics,clinical features,and hematological parameters were recorded.Time-dependent receiver operating characteristic curve analysis was used to determine the optimal GLR threshold for survival prediction at 13 months.Statistical analyses included the Kaplan-Meier method,multivariate Cox regression,and the creation of a prognostic nomogram.RESULTS Out of 301 patients,293 were eligible for analysis,with a male predominance(84.6%).High preoperative GLR correlated with several adverse clinical features.Optimal cutoff values for GLR were significantly associated with stratification of 13-month OS.Multivariate analysis identified age,liver enzymes,postoperative transarterial chemoembolization,Child-Pugh grade,and inflammatory markers as independent predictors of OS.Notably,GLR had a significant impact on long-term postoperative OS,with its influence becoming more pronounced over time.CONCLUSION GLR can serve as a potent prognostic tool for postoperative HCC management,particularly in predicting long-term outcomes.展开更多
BACKGROUND Diabetic wound injury is a significant and common complication in individuals with diabetes.N6-methyladenosine(m6A)-related epigenetic regulation is widely involved in the pathogenesis of diabetes complicat...BACKGROUND Diabetic wound injury is a significant and common complication in individuals with diabetes.N6-methyladenosine(m6A)-related epigenetic regulation is widely involved in the pathogenesis of diabetes complications.However,the function of m6A methyltransferase Wilms tumor 1-associated protein(WTAP)in diabetic wound healing remains elusive.AIM To investigate the potential epigenetic regulatory mechanism of WTAP during diabetic wound healing.METHODS Human umbilical vein endothelial cells(HUVECs)were induced with high glucose(HG)to establish in vitro cell model.Male BALB/c mice were intraperitoneally injected with streptozotocin to mimic diabetes,and full-thickness excision was made to mimic diabetic wound healing.HG-induced HUVECs and mouse models were treated with WTAP siRNAs and DNA methyltransferase 1(DNMT1)overexpression vectors.Cell viability and migration ability were detected by cell counting kit-8 and Transwell assays.In vitro angiogenesis was measured using a tube formation experiment.The images of wounds were captured,and re-epithelialization and collagen deposition of skin tissues were analyzed using hematoxylin and eosin staining and Masson’s trichrome staining.RESULTS The expression of several m6A methyltransferases,including METTL3,METTL14,METTL16,KIAA1429,WTAP,and RBM15,were measured.WTAP exhibited the most significant elevation in HG-induced HUVECs compared with the normal control.WTAP depletion notably restored cell viability and enhanced tube formation ability and migration of HUVECs suppressed by HG.The unclosed wound area of mice was smaller in WTAP knockdowntreated mice than in control mice at nine days post-wounding,along with enhanced re-epithelialization rate and collagen deposition.The m6A levels on DNMT1 mRNA in HUVECs were repressed by WTAP knockdown in HUVECs.The mRNA levels and expression of DNMT1 were inhibited by WTAP depletion in HUVECs.Overexpression of DNMT1 in HUVECs notably reversed the effects of WTAP depletion on HG-induced HUVECs.CONCLUSION WTAP expression is elevated in HG-induced HUVECs and epigenetically regulates the m6A modification of DNMT1 to impair diabetic wound healing.展开更多
Rural tourism industry is a new typical tourism industry in China to promote the strategic integration and linkage development of secondary and tertiary industries,and has developed into a new path to promote the stra...Rural tourism industry is a new typical tourism industry in China to promote the strategic integration and linkage development of secondary and tertiary industries,and has developed into a new path to promote the strategic integration and development of rural major projects and revitalize industries[1].At present,China's rural cultural tourism is developing rapidly,but there are also some problems,such as single construction mode,accurate product positioning,lack of cultural connotation,etc.,facing the development dilemma of high quality[2].Under the background of rural revitalization strategy,the overall development of eco-tourism is an important direction of rural tourism development[3].Meiling town is located in the present Xinjian District of Nanchang City(the former Wanli District).As the central garden of Nanchang City,Meiling town has a good tourism foundation and rich eco-tourism resources,with good prospects of eco-tourism development.Taking Xujia Village in Meiling town as an example,this article analyzes the favorable and unfavorable factors of rural tourism development,and puts forward a new rural tourism development road with rural tourism as the center,ecological civilization construction as the core and rural reconstruction as the guiding concept.展开更多
The biological activity of plant polysaccharides can be enhanced by sulfated modification.In this study,the immunomodulatory effect of sulfated Cyclocarya paliurus polysaccharides(SCP3)on macrophages RAW264.7 and its ...The biological activity of plant polysaccharides can be enhanced by sulfated modification.In this study,the immunomodulatory effect of sulfated Cyclocarya paliurus polysaccharides(SCP3)on macrophages RAW264.7 and its potential molecular mechanism were investigated.Results showed that SCP3 at 25-100μg/m L increased viability and improved phagocytosis of RAW264.7 cells.Meanwhile,SCP3 could activate mitogen-activated protein kinase(MAPK)and nuclear factor kappa B(NF-κB)signaling pathways,which increased the phosphorylation of Erk1/2,JNK,p38 and NF-κB p65,promoting secretion of cytokines tumor necrosis factorα(TNF-α),interleukin 6(IL-6)and nitric oxide(NO)as well as the production of reactive oxygen species(ROS).In addition,Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4)receptor inhibitors were able to block the production of NO and TNF-αby SCP3-stimulated macrophages.Based on Western blot analysis and validation using specific inhibitors against MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways,the results demonstrated that SCP3 induced macrophages activation and enhanced TNF-αand NO production via TLR4-mediated MAPK and NF-κB pathways.In summary,SCP3 has significant immunomodulatory potential.The underlying molecular mechanism was that SCP3 activates macrophages via TLR4 receptors to promote ROS production,which in turn activates the downstream MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway and then increases the secretion levels of cytokines and NO.展开更多
With the rise of probiotics fermentation in food industry,fermented foods have attracted worldwide attention.In this study,protective effects of Rosa roxburghii&edible fungus fermentation broth(REFB)on immune func...With the rise of probiotics fermentation in food industry,fermented foods have attracted worldwide attention.In this study,protective effects of Rosa roxburghii&edible fungus fermentation broth(REFB)on immune function and gut health in Cyclophosphamide induced immunosuppressed mice were investigated.Results showed that REFB could improve the immune organ index,and promote the proliferation and differentiation of splenic T lymphocytes.In addition,it attenuated intestinal mucosal damage and improved intestinal cellular immunity.REFB administration also up-regulated the expression of IL-4,INF-γ,TNF-α,T-bet and GATA-3 mRNA in small intestine.Furthermore,administration of REFB modulated gut microbiota composition and increased the relative abundance of beneficial genus,such as Bacteroides.It also increased the production of fecal short-chain fatty acids.These indicate that REFB has the potential to improve immunity,alleviate intestinal injury and regulate gut microbiota in immunosuppressed mice.展开更多
BACKGROUND Colorectal polyps,which are characterized by a high recurrence rate,represent preneoplastic conditions of the intestine.Due to unclear mechanisms of pathogenesis,first-line therapies for non-hereditary recu...BACKGROUND Colorectal polyps,which are characterized by a high recurrence rate,represent preneoplastic conditions of the intestine.Due to unclear mechanisms of pathogenesis,first-line therapies for non-hereditary recurrent colorectal polyps are limited to endoscopic resection.Although recent studies suggest a mechanistic link between intestinal dysbiosis and polyps,the exact compositions and roles of bacteria in the mucosa around the lesions,rather than feces,remain unsettled.AIM To clarify the composition and diversity of bacteria in the mucosa surrounding or 10 cm distal to recurrent intestinal polyps.METHODS Mucosal samples were collected from four patients consistently with adenomatous polyps(Ade),seven consistently with non-Ade(Pol),ten with current Pol but previous Ade,and six healthy individuals,and bacterial patterns were evaluated by 16S rDNA sequencing.Linear discriminant analysis and Student’s t-tests were used to identify the genus-level bacteria differences between groups with different colorectal polyp phenotypes.Pearson’s correlation coefficients were used to evaluate the correlation between intestinal bacteria at the genus level and clinical indicators.RESULTS The results confirmed a decreased level of probiotics and an enrichment of pathogenic bacteria in patients with all types of polyps compared to healthy individuals.These changes were not restricted to the mucosa within 0.5 cm adjacent to the polyps,but also existed in histologically normal tissue 10 cm distal from the lesions.Significant differences in bacterial diversity were observed in the mucosa from individuals with normal conditions,Pol,and Ade.Increased abundance of Gram-negative bacteria,including Klebsiella,Plesiomonas,and Cronobacter,was observed in Pol group and Ade group,suggesting that resistance to antibiotics may be one risk factor for bacterium-related harmful environment.Meanwhile,age and gender were linked to bacteria changes,indicating the potential involvement of sex hormones.CONCLUSION These preliminary results support intestinal dysbiosis as an important risk factor for recurrent polyps,especially adenoma.Targeting specific pathogenic bacteria may attenuate the recurrence of polyps.展开更多
The severe degradation of electrochemical performance for lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)at low temperatures poses a significant challenge to their practical applications.Consequently,extensive efforts have been contribut...The severe degradation of electrochemical performance for lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)at low temperatures poses a significant challenge to their practical applications.Consequently,extensive efforts have been contributed to explore novel anode materials with high electronic conductivity and rapid Li^(+)diffusion kinetics for achieving favorable low-temperature performance of LIBs.Herein,we try to review the recent reports on the synthesis and characterizations of low-temperature anode materials.First,we summarize the underlying mechanisms responsible for the performance degradation of anode materials at subzero temperatures.Second,detailed discussions concerning the key pathways(boosting electronic conductivity,enhancing Li^(+)diffusion kinetics,and inhibiting lithium dendrite)for improving the low-temperature performance of anode materials are presented.Third,several commonly used low-temperature anode materials are briefly introduced.Fourth,recent progress in the engineering of these low-temperature anode materials is summarized in terms of structural design,morphology control,surface&interface modifications,and multiphase materials.Finally,the challenges that remain to be solved in the field of low-temperature anode materials are discussed.This review was organized to offer valuable insights and guidance for next-generation LIBs with excellent low-temperature electrochemical performance.展开更多
The development of self-charging supercapacitor power cells(SCSPCs)has profound implications for smart electronic devices used in different fields.Here,we epitaxially electrodeposited Mo-and Fe-codoped MnO_(2)films on...The development of self-charging supercapacitor power cells(SCSPCs)has profound implications for smart electronic devices used in different fields.Here,we epitaxially electrodeposited Mo-and Fe-codoped MnO_(2)films on piezoelectric ZnO nanoarrays(NAs)grown on the flexible carbon cloth(denoted ZnO@Mo-Fe-MnO_(2)NAs).A self-charging supercapacitor power cell device was assembled with the Mo-and Fe-codoped MnO_(2)nanoarray electrode and poly(vinylidenefluoride-co-trifluoroethylene)(PVDF-Trfe)piezoelectric film doped with BaTiO_(3)(BTO)and carbon nanotubes(CNTs)(denoted PVDF-Trfe/CNTs/BTO).The self-charging supercapacitor power cell device exhibited an energy density of 30μWh cm^(-2)with a high power density of 40 mW cm^(-2)and delivered an excellent self-charging performance of 363 mV(10 N)driven by both the piezoelectric ZnO nanoarrays and the poly(vinylidenefluoride-co-trifluoroethylene)piezoelectric film doped with BaTiO_(3)and carbon nanotubes.More intriguingly,the device could also be self-charged by 184 mV due to residual stress alone and showed excellent energy conversion efficiency and low self-discharge rate.This work illustrates for the first time the self-charging mechanism involving electrolyte ion migration driven by both electrodes and films.A comprehensive analysis strongly confirmed the important contribution of the piezoelectric ZnO nanoarrays in the self-charging process of the self-charging supercapacitor power cell device.This work provides novel directions and insights for the development of selfcharging supercapacitor power cells.展开更多
In recent years,high-tech development zones(hi-tech zones)have always occupied a very important position in the strategy of promoting China's innovative development.The combination of the"four-transform and t...In recent years,high-tech development zones(hi-tech zones)have always occupied a very important position in the strategy of promoting China's innovative development.The combination of the"four-transform and three-famous"coordinated economic development strategy pioneered by Zhejiang Province in 2015 and the coordinated economic development of high-tech zones is particularly important for modern China at a critical time for innovative economic development.In this article,based on the research on the coordination mechanism of economic activities and development of Nanchang High-tech Zone,the development course of high-tech zones in China is elaborated,the early economic models in high-tech zones of Nanchang and China are analyzed,the existing problems in the structure of economic development of high-tech zones are analyzed in depth,the main driving factors for promoting the economic development of high-tech zones are studied from the aspects of capital,space,industry,economic model,etc.,and corresponding development strategies for high-tech development zones in China are proposed.展开更多
The aging of the population in China has entered an accelerated stage. One of the goals for the micro transformation of old residential areas is to create a community space suitable for aging, promote outdoor activiti...The aging of the population in China has entered an accelerated stage. One of the goals for the micro transformation of old residential areas is to create a community space suitable for aging, promote outdoor activities and neighborhood social activities of the elderly, and thus improve the physical and mental health of the elderly. Starting from physiological, psychological and behavioral characteristics of the elderly,four characteristics of micro renovation of community public space for aging are analyzed. Qingshanhu Community is taken as research object. Based on the field survey of the elderly in the community, the problem of the insufficient current community space suitable for aging is summarized, and how to adapt to aging and micro transformation to promote healthy life of residents is analyzed, which could provide the reference for building an aging community.展开更多
The interactions between avian brood parasites and their hosts provide an informative and easy-to-handle system for studying coevolution.Avian brood parasitism reduces the reproductive success of hosts,and thus,hosts ...The interactions between avian brood parasites and their hosts provide an informative and easy-to-handle system for studying coevolution.Avian brood parasitism reduces the reproductive success of hosts,and thus,hosts have evolved anti-parasitic strategies,such as rejecting parasitic eggs and adopting aggressive nest defense strategies,to avoid the cost brought on by brood parasitism.To test whether host anti-parasitic strategies are adjusted with the risk of being parasitized when the breeding seasons of brood parasites and hosts are not synchronous,we conducted a field experiment assessing nest defense and egg recognition behaviors of the Isabelline Shrike(Lanius isabellinus),a host of the Common Cuckoo(Cuculus canorus).In the local area,the host Isabelline Shrike begins to breed in April,whereas the summer migratory Common Cuckoo migrates to the local area in May and begins to lay parasitic eggs.Results showed that nest defense behaviors of the Isabelline Shrike increases significantly after cuckoo arrival,showing higher aggressiveness to cuckoo dummies,with no significant difference in attack rates among cuckoo,sparrowhawk and dove dummies,but their egg rejection did not change significantly.These results imply that Isabelline Shrikes may adjust their nest defense behavior,but not egg rejection behavior,with seasonality.展开更多
Under the background of"people-oriented"thought and"green transportation",the idea of"priority for non-motor vehicles"came into being,which can improve the riding environment of non-motor...Under the background of"people-oriented"thought and"green transportation",the idea of"priority for non-motor vehicles"came into being,which can improve the riding environment of non-motor vehicle riders to a certain extent.According to the current situation of priority for non-motor vehicles in the old urban area of Nanchang,through field investigation,questionnaire investigation and interview,this study summarized the existing problems,and put forward optimization suggestions for these problems,in order to provide reference for areas with similar conditions.展开更多
Bacterial infection is a major problem following bone implant surgery.Moreover,poly-l-lactic acid/carbon nanotube/hydroxyapatite(PLLA/CNT/HAP)bone scaffolds possess enhanced mechanical properties and show good bioacti...Bacterial infection is a major problem following bone implant surgery.Moreover,poly-l-lactic acid/carbon nanotube/hydroxyapatite(PLLA/CNT/HAP)bone scaffolds possess enhanced mechanical properties and show good bioactiv-ityregardingbonedefectregeneration.Inthisstudy,wesynthesizedsilver(Ag)-dopedCNT/HAP(CNT/Ag-HAP)nanohybrids via the partial replacing of calcium ions(Ca2+)in the HAP lattice with silver ions(Ag+)using an ion doping technique under hydrothermal conditions.Specifically,the doping process was induced using the special lattice structure of HAP and the abundant surface oxygenic functional groups of CNT,and involved the partial replacement of Ca2+in the HAP lattice by doped Ag+as well as the in situ synthesis of Ag-HAP nanoparticles on CNT in a hydrothermal environment.The result-ing CNT/Ag-HAP nanohybrids were then introduced into a PLLA matrix via laser-based powder bed fusion(PBF-LB)to fabricate PLLA/CNT/Ag-HAP scaffolds that showed sustained antibacterial activity.We then found that Ag+,which pos-sesses broad-spectrum antibacterial activity,endowed PLLA/CNT/Ag-HAP scaffolds with this activity,with an antibacterial effectiveness of 92.65%.This antibacterial effect is due to the powerful effect of Ag+against bacterial structure and genetic material,as well as the physical destruction of bacterial structures due to the sharp edge structure of CNT.In addition,the scaffold possessed enhanced mechanical properties,showing tensile and compressive strengths of 8.49 MPa and 19.72 MPa,respectively.Finally,the scaffold also exhibited good bioactivity and cytocompatibility,including the ability to form apatite layers and to promote the adhesion and proliferation of human osteoblast-like cells(MG63 cells).展开更多
Under the background of more than half of China’s urbanization process,the transformation and renewal of old community has become a hot spot in China’s urbanization process.Meanwhile,the traffic space of urban resid...Under the background of more than half of China’s urbanization process,the transformation and renewal of old community has become a hot spot in China’s urbanization process.Meanwhile,the traffic space of urban residential area plays a very important role in the daily life and social communication of residential residents.The current situation and traffic problems existing in old residential areas have always been the hot spot of industry and society,and the residential residents are also very concerned.Dashiyuan North District of Donghu District of Nanchang City is taken as the research object.Through field investigation,under the situation of analyzing its current traffic problems,it formulates countermeasures and carries out targeted transformation,to provide reference for renovation of old community in terms of traffic space.展开更多
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is associated with mutations in lipopolysaccharide-binding protein(LBP),but the underlying epigenetic mechanisms remain understudied.Herein,LBP^(-/-)rats with NAFLD were establi...Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is associated with mutations in lipopolysaccharide-binding protein(LBP),but the underlying epigenetic mechanisms remain understudied.Herein,LBP^(-/-)rats with NAFLD were established and used to conduct integrative targetingactive enhancer histone H3 lysine 27 acetylation(H3K27ac)chromatin immunoprecipitation coupled with high-throughput and transcriptomic sequencing analysis to explore the potential epigenetic pathomechanisms of active enhancers of NAFLD exacerbation upon LBP deficiency.Notably,LBP^(-/-)reduced the inflammatory response but markedly aggravated high-fat diet(HFD)-induced NAFLD in rats,with pronounced alterations in the histone acetylome and regulatory transcriptome.In total,1128 differential enhancer-target genes significantly enriched in cholesterol and fatty acid metabolism were identified between wild-type(WT)and LBP^(-/-)NAFLD rats.Based on integrative analysis,CCAAT/enhancer-binding proteinβ(C/EBPβ)was identified as a pivotal transcription factor(TF)and contributor to dysregulated histone acetylome H3K27ac,and the lipid metabolism gene SCD was identified as a downstream effector exacerbating NAFLD.This study not only broadens our understanding of the essential role of LBP in the pathogenesis of NAFLD from an epigenetics perspective but also identifies key TF C/EBPβand functional gene SCD as potential regulators and therapeutic targets.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Nos.82060219,82271234the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,Nos.20212ACB216009,20212BAB216048+1 种基金Jiangxi Province Thousands of Plans,No.jxsq2019201023Youth Team Project of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University,No.2019YNTD12003(all to FH)。
文摘Mononuclear macrophage infiltration in the central nervous system is a prominent feature of neuroinflammation. Recent studies on the pathogenesis and progression of multiple sclerosis have highlighted the multiple roles of mononuclear macrophages in the neuroinflammatory process. Monocytes play a significant role in neuroinflammation, and managing neuroinflammation by manipulating peripheral monocytes stands out as an effective strategy for the treatment of multiple sclerosis, leading to improved patient outcomes. This review outlines the steps involved in the entry of myeloid monocytes into the central nervous system that are targets for effective intervention: the activation of bone marrow hematopoiesis, migration of monocytes in the blood, and penetration of the blood–brain barrier by monocytes. Finally, we summarize the different monocyte subpopulations and their effects on the central nervous system based on phenotypic differences. As activated microglia resemble monocyte-derived macrophages, it is important to accurately identify the role of monocyte-derived macrophages in disease. Depending on the roles played by monocyte-derived macrophages at different stages of the disease, several of these processes can be interrupted to limit neuroinflammation and improve patient prognosis. Here, we discuss possible strategies to target monocytes in neurological diseases, focusing on three key aspects of monocyte infiltration into the central nervous system, to provide new ideas for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
基金Supported by the Science and Technology Research Project of Jiangxi Provincial Education Department,No.GJJ2208202Science and Technology Program Project of Health Commission of Jiangxi Province,No.202510069+1 种基金Jiangxi Cancer Hospital Doctoral Start-up Fund,No.BSQDJ202309Jiangxi Province Gan Po Talent Support Program,No.20232BCJ23035.
文摘BACKGROUND This case report examines the challenges associated with removing a totally implantable venous access port(TIVAP)used for long-term chemotherapy in a patient with breast cancer.Prolonged use of TIVAPs can result in complications such as catheter kinking,thrombosis,and adhesions between the catheter and surrounding tissues,potentially complicating their removal.CASE SUMMARY A breast cancer patient with bone metastasis presented with difficulty aspirating blood from a TIVAP that had been placed in the right internal jugular vein for 3 years.Initial removal attempts at the Department of Venous Access Center were unsuccessful,likely due to adhesions,necessitating a subsequent successful catheter extraction in a hybrid operating room.Imaging revealed no abnor-malities,and the catheter was removed using a mosquito clamp to detach it from surrounding tissues.CONCLUSION This case highlights the challenges of removing TIVAPs inserted via the internal jugular vein,particularly when the catheter traverses the sternocleidomastoid muscle.Repeated neck movements might lead to significant adhesions around the catheter,complicating its removal.Careful consideration should be given during catheter placement to avoid muscle-related adhesions and facilitate smoother extraction in long-term use.
文摘BACKGROUND Despite advancements in early detection and treatment,the prognosis and his-tological types for residual gastric cancer(GC)remains poor.CASE SUMMARY This case report presents a rare occurrence of residual GC featuring a combination of small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma(SCNEC)and squamous cell carcinoma(SCC)in a 60-year-old male patient.The patient,with a history of Billroth II gas-trectomy for duodenal ulcer bleeding,presented with gastrointestinal bleeding.Preoperative computed tomography and positron emission tomography-compu-ted tomography indicated adenocarcinoma with tumor and abdominal lymph node metastasis.The patient underwent laparoscopic total gastrectomy and ly-mph node dissection for residual GC.Histological examination of the resected tumor confirmed the presence of both SCNEC and SCC.Postoperatively,the patient underwent adjuvant chemotherapy four times.Two years later,the patient was found to occur esophageal cancer and was performed a small bowel stoma and radical esophagectomy.CONCLUSION In this case report,we detail a rare instance of residual GC with mixed SCNEC and SCC,emphasizing the complexity of diagnosis and treatment,and the need for ongoing research.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82360168 and No.81960154Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,No.20212BAB206020the Foundation of Health Commission of Jiangxi Province,No.SKJP220225830.
文摘BACKGROUND The efficacy of various bariatric surgeries varies in reducing blood glucose levels.Given the distinct mechanisms and anatomical alterations associated with each procedure,it is crucial to compare their glycemic control outcomes.We hypothesize that proximal small intestinal bypass(PSIB)is superior in blood glucose reduction over Roux-en-Y gastric bypass(RYGB)and jejunoileal bypass(JIB).AIM To compare the effectiveness of PSIB,RYGB,and JIB in lowering blood glucose.METHODS Rats with streptozotocin-induced diabetes were randomly divided into PSIB,RYGB,JIB,and sham-operated groups.Body weight,food intake,fasting blood glucose level,oral glucose tolerance test,insulin tolerance test,liver enzymes,and blood lipids were measured.RESULTS Postoperatively,only the JIB group had a lower body weight compared to the sham group.The food intake of the rats in all three surgical groups was significantly less than that in the sham group.Fasting blood glucose was reduced in all surgical groups and was lower in the PSIB group than in the RYGB and JIB groups.Glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity improved in all three surgical groups compared to the sham group,but the improvement appeared earliest in the PSIB group.At six weeks postsurgery,the PSIB group showed a reduction in alanine transaminase levels and maintained a normal lipid profile.CONCLUSION PSIB demonstrated excellent hypoglycemic effects in the early postoperative period,and had better efficacy than RYGB and JIB.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32160782 and 32060737).
文摘The principle of genomic selection(GS) entails estimating breeding values(BVs) by summing all the SNP polygenic effects. The visible/near-infrared spectroscopy(VIS/NIRS) wavelength and abundance values can directly reflect the concentrations of chemical substances, and the measurement of meat traits by VIS/NIRS is similar to the processing of genomic selection data by summing all ‘polygenic effects' associated with spectral feature peaks. Therefore, it is meaningful to investigate the incorporation of VIS/NIRS information into GS models to establish an efficient and low-cost breeding model. In this study, we measured 6 meat quality traits in 359Duroc×Landrace×Yorkshire pigs from Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, and genotyped them with high-density SNP chips. According to the completeness of the information for the target population, we proposed 4breeding strategies applied to different scenarios: Ⅰ, only spectral and genotypic data exist for the target population;Ⅱ, only spectral data exist for the target population;Ⅲ, only spectral and genotypic data but with different prediction processes exist for the target population;and Ⅳ, only spectral and phenotypic data exist for the target population.The 4 scenarios were used to evaluate the genomic estimated breeding value(GEBV) accuracy by increasing the VIS/NIR spectral information. In the results of the 5-fold cross-validation, the genetic algorithm showed remarkable potential for preselection of feature wavelengths. The breeding efficiency of Strategies Ⅱ, Ⅲ, and Ⅳ was superior to that of traditional GS for most traits, and the GEBV prediction accuracy was improved by 32.2, 40.8 and 15.5%, respectively on average. Among them, the prediction accuracy of Strategy Ⅱ for fat(%) even improved by 50.7% compared to traditional GS. The GEBV prediction accuracy of Strategy Ⅰ was nearly identical to that of traditional GS, and the fluctuation range was less than 7%. Moreover, the breeding cost of the 4 strategies was lower than that of traditional GS methods, with Strategy Ⅳ being the lowest as it did not require genotyping.Our findings demonstrate that GS methods based on VIS/NIRS data have significant predictive potential and are worthy of further research to provide a valuable reference for the development of effective and affordable breeding strategies.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82060447 and No.82260553the Key Project of Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation,No.20224ACB206035+2 种基金the General Project of Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation,No.20232BAB206109Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation,No.20242BAB26002the Youth Project of Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation,No.20224BAB216057.
文摘BACKGROUND We investigated the utility of gamma-glutamyl transferase-to-lymphocyte ratio(GLR)as a predictive indicator for postoperative survival in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)across different time periods and developed a predictive model based on this.AIM To evaluate the prognostic accuracy of GLR for overall survival(OS)in patients with HCC and its impact over time.METHODS This study enrolled 301 patients with HCC treated with curative hepatectomy.Exclusion criteria included non-HCC hepatic malignancies,inadequate records,and prior cancer treatments.Baseline demographics,clinical features,and hematological parameters were recorded.Time-dependent receiver operating characteristic curve analysis was used to determine the optimal GLR threshold for survival prediction at 13 months.Statistical analyses included the Kaplan-Meier method,multivariate Cox regression,and the creation of a prognostic nomogram.RESULTS Out of 301 patients,293 were eligible for analysis,with a male predominance(84.6%).High preoperative GLR correlated with several adverse clinical features.Optimal cutoff values for GLR were significantly associated with stratification of 13-month OS.Multivariate analysis identified age,liver enzymes,postoperative transarterial chemoembolization,Child-Pugh grade,and inflammatory markers as independent predictors of OS.Notably,GLR had a significant impact on long-term postoperative OS,with its influence becoming more pronounced over time.CONCLUSION GLR can serve as a potent prognostic tool for postoperative HCC management,particularly in predicting long-term outcomes.
文摘BACKGROUND Diabetic wound injury is a significant and common complication in individuals with diabetes.N6-methyladenosine(m6A)-related epigenetic regulation is widely involved in the pathogenesis of diabetes complications.However,the function of m6A methyltransferase Wilms tumor 1-associated protein(WTAP)in diabetic wound healing remains elusive.AIM To investigate the potential epigenetic regulatory mechanism of WTAP during diabetic wound healing.METHODS Human umbilical vein endothelial cells(HUVECs)were induced with high glucose(HG)to establish in vitro cell model.Male BALB/c mice were intraperitoneally injected with streptozotocin to mimic diabetes,and full-thickness excision was made to mimic diabetic wound healing.HG-induced HUVECs and mouse models were treated with WTAP siRNAs and DNA methyltransferase 1(DNMT1)overexpression vectors.Cell viability and migration ability were detected by cell counting kit-8 and Transwell assays.In vitro angiogenesis was measured using a tube formation experiment.The images of wounds were captured,and re-epithelialization and collagen deposition of skin tissues were analyzed using hematoxylin and eosin staining and Masson’s trichrome staining.RESULTS The expression of several m6A methyltransferases,including METTL3,METTL14,METTL16,KIAA1429,WTAP,and RBM15,were measured.WTAP exhibited the most significant elevation in HG-induced HUVECs compared with the normal control.WTAP depletion notably restored cell viability and enhanced tube formation ability and migration of HUVECs suppressed by HG.The unclosed wound area of mice was smaller in WTAP knockdowntreated mice than in control mice at nine days post-wounding,along with enhanced re-epithelialization rate and collagen deposition.The m6A levels on DNMT1 mRNA in HUVECs were repressed by WTAP knockdown in HUVECs.The mRNA levels and expression of DNMT1 were inhibited by WTAP depletion in HUVECs.Overexpression of DNMT1 in HUVECs notably reversed the effects of WTAP depletion on HG-induced HUVECs.CONCLUSION WTAP expression is elevated in HG-induced HUVECs and epigenetically regulates the m6A modification of DNMT1 to impair diabetic wound healing.
文摘Rural tourism industry is a new typical tourism industry in China to promote the strategic integration and linkage development of secondary and tertiary industries,and has developed into a new path to promote the strategic integration and development of rural major projects and revitalize industries[1].At present,China's rural cultural tourism is developing rapidly,but there are also some problems,such as single construction mode,accurate product positioning,lack of cultural connotation,etc.,facing the development dilemma of high quality[2].Under the background of rural revitalization strategy,the overall development of eco-tourism is an important direction of rural tourism development[3].Meiling town is located in the present Xinjian District of Nanchang City(the former Wanli District).As the central garden of Nanchang City,Meiling town has a good tourism foundation and rich eco-tourism resources,with good prospects of eco-tourism development.Taking Xujia Village in Meiling town as an example,this article analyzes the favorable and unfavorable factors of rural tourism development,and puts forward a new rural tourism development road with rural tourism as the center,ecological civilization construction as the core and rural reconstruction as the guiding concept.
基金the financial supports by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82060594)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,China(20202BAB205006)。
文摘The biological activity of plant polysaccharides can be enhanced by sulfated modification.In this study,the immunomodulatory effect of sulfated Cyclocarya paliurus polysaccharides(SCP3)on macrophages RAW264.7 and its potential molecular mechanism were investigated.Results showed that SCP3 at 25-100μg/m L increased viability and improved phagocytosis of RAW264.7 cells.Meanwhile,SCP3 could activate mitogen-activated protein kinase(MAPK)and nuclear factor kappa B(NF-κB)signaling pathways,which increased the phosphorylation of Erk1/2,JNK,p38 and NF-κB p65,promoting secretion of cytokines tumor necrosis factorα(TNF-α),interleukin 6(IL-6)and nitric oxide(NO)as well as the production of reactive oxygen species(ROS).In addition,Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4)receptor inhibitors were able to block the production of NO and TNF-αby SCP3-stimulated macrophages.Based on Western blot analysis and validation using specific inhibitors against MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways,the results demonstrated that SCP3 induced macrophages activation and enhanced TNF-αand NO production via TLR4-mediated MAPK and NF-κB pathways.In summary,SCP3 has significant immunomodulatory potential.The underlying molecular mechanism was that SCP3 activates macrophages via TLR4 receptors to promote ROS production,which in turn activates the downstream MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway and then increases the secretion levels of cytokines and NO.
基金The financial supports from the Key Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32130082)Jiangxi High Level Talent Cultivation Project(20204BCJ24006)+1 种基金Project of State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology(SKLF-ZZA-201911)Central Government Guide Local Special Fund Project for Scientific and Technological Development of Jiangxi Province(20212ZDD02008)。
文摘With the rise of probiotics fermentation in food industry,fermented foods have attracted worldwide attention.In this study,protective effects of Rosa roxburghii&edible fungus fermentation broth(REFB)on immune function and gut health in Cyclophosphamide induced immunosuppressed mice were investigated.Results showed that REFB could improve the immune organ index,and promote the proliferation and differentiation of splenic T lymphocytes.In addition,it attenuated intestinal mucosal damage and improved intestinal cellular immunity.REFB administration also up-regulated the expression of IL-4,INF-γ,TNF-α,T-bet and GATA-3 mRNA in small intestine.Furthermore,administration of REFB modulated gut microbiota composition and increased the relative abundance of beneficial genus,such as Bacteroides.It also increased the production of fecal short-chain fatty acids.These indicate that REFB has the potential to improve immunity,alleviate intestinal injury and regulate gut microbiota in immunosuppressed mice.
基金Supported by National Science Foundation of China,No.82160546the Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,No.20202BBG73027+1 种基金the Foundation of Jiangxi Province for Distinguished Scholars,No.jxsq2023201020the Science and Technology Project of Jiangxi Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine,No.2022B789.
文摘BACKGROUND Colorectal polyps,which are characterized by a high recurrence rate,represent preneoplastic conditions of the intestine.Due to unclear mechanisms of pathogenesis,first-line therapies for non-hereditary recurrent colorectal polyps are limited to endoscopic resection.Although recent studies suggest a mechanistic link between intestinal dysbiosis and polyps,the exact compositions and roles of bacteria in the mucosa around the lesions,rather than feces,remain unsettled.AIM To clarify the composition and diversity of bacteria in the mucosa surrounding or 10 cm distal to recurrent intestinal polyps.METHODS Mucosal samples were collected from four patients consistently with adenomatous polyps(Ade),seven consistently with non-Ade(Pol),ten with current Pol but previous Ade,and six healthy individuals,and bacterial patterns were evaluated by 16S rDNA sequencing.Linear discriminant analysis and Student’s t-tests were used to identify the genus-level bacteria differences between groups with different colorectal polyp phenotypes.Pearson’s correlation coefficients were used to evaluate the correlation between intestinal bacteria at the genus level and clinical indicators.RESULTS The results confirmed a decreased level of probiotics and an enrichment of pathogenic bacteria in patients with all types of polyps compared to healthy individuals.These changes were not restricted to the mucosa within 0.5 cm adjacent to the polyps,but also existed in histologically normal tissue 10 cm distal from the lesions.Significant differences in bacterial diversity were observed in the mucosa from individuals with normal conditions,Pol,and Ade.Increased abundance of Gram-negative bacteria,including Klebsiella,Plesiomonas,and Cronobacter,was observed in Pol group and Ade group,suggesting that resistance to antibiotics may be one risk factor for bacterium-related harmful environment.Meanwhile,age and gender were linked to bacteria changes,indicating the potential involvement of sex hormones.CONCLUSION These preliminary results support intestinal dysbiosis as an important risk factor for recurrent polyps,especially adenoma.Targeting specific pathogenic bacteria may attenuate the recurrence of polyps.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2019YFA0705601)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U23A20122,52101267)the Key Science and Technology Special Project of Henan Province(No.201111311400).
文摘The severe degradation of electrochemical performance for lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)at low temperatures poses a significant challenge to their practical applications.Consequently,extensive efforts have been contributed to explore novel anode materials with high electronic conductivity and rapid Li^(+)diffusion kinetics for achieving favorable low-temperature performance of LIBs.Herein,we try to review the recent reports on the synthesis and characterizations of low-temperature anode materials.First,we summarize the underlying mechanisms responsible for the performance degradation of anode materials at subzero temperatures.Second,detailed discussions concerning the key pathways(boosting electronic conductivity,enhancing Li^(+)diffusion kinetics,and inhibiting lithium dendrite)for improving the low-temperature performance of anode materials are presented.Third,several commonly used low-temperature anode materials are briefly introduced.Fourth,recent progress in the engineering of these low-temperature anode materials is summarized in terms of structural design,morphology control,surface&interface modifications,and multiphase materials.Finally,the challenges that remain to be solved in the field of low-temperature anode materials are discussed.This review was organized to offer valuable insights and guidance for next-generation LIBs with excellent low-temperature electrochemical performance.
基金the support by the Key Research and Development Program of Jiangxi Province(20203BBE53069)the National Key R&D Program of China(2017YFA0208200)+5 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51862026,22022505,and 21872069)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(02051438026,020514380272 and 020514380274)the Scientific and Technological Innovation Special Fund for Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality of Jiangsu Province(BK20220008)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province(20192ACBL21048)the Nanjing International Col aboration Research Program(202201007 and 2022SX00000955)the Suzhou Gusu Leading Talent Program of Science and Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Wujiang District(ZXL2021273)
文摘The development of self-charging supercapacitor power cells(SCSPCs)has profound implications for smart electronic devices used in different fields.Here,we epitaxially electrodeposited Mo-and Fe-codoped MnO_(2)films on piezoelectric ZnO nanoarrays(NAs)grown on the flexible carbon cloth(denoted ZnO@Mo-Fe-MnO_(2)NAs).A self-charging supercapacitor power cell device was assembled with the Mo-and Fe-codoped MnO_(2)nanoarray electrode and poly(vinylidenefluoride-co-trifluoroethylene)(PVDF-Trfe)piezoelectric film doped with BaTiO_(3)(BTO)and carbon nanotubes(CNTs)(denoted PVDF-Trfe/CNTs/BTO).The self-charging supercapacitor power cell device exhibited an energy density of 30μWh cm^(-2)with a high power density of 40 mW cm^(-2)and delivered an excellent self-charging performance of 363 mV(10 N)driven by both the piezoelectric ZnO nanoarrays and the poly(vinylidenefluoride-co-trifluoroethylene)piezoelectric film doped with BaTiO_(3)and carbon nanotubes.More intriguingly,the device could also be self-charged by 184 mV due to residual stress alone and showed excellent energy conversion efficiency and low self-discharge rate.This work illustrates for the first time the self-charging mechanism involving electrolyte ion migration driven by both electrodes and films.A comprehensive analysis strongly confirmed the important contribution of the piezoelectric ZnO nanoarrays in the self-charging process of the self-charging supercapacitor power cell device.This work provides novel directions and insights for the development of selfcharging supercapacitor power cells.
文摘In recent years,high-tech development zones(hi-tech zones)have always occupied a very important position in the strategy of promoting China's innovative development.The combination of the"four-transform and three-famous"coordinated economic development strategy pioneered by Zhejiang Province in 2015 and the coordinated economic development of high-tech zones is particularly important for modern China at a critical time for innovative economic development.In this article,based on the research on the coordination mechanism of economic activities and development of Nanchang High-tech Zone,the development course of high-tech zones in China is elaborated,the early economic models in high-tech zones of Nanchang and China are analyzed,the existing problems in the structure of economic development of high-tech zones are analyzed in depth,the main driving factors for promoting the economic development of high-tech zones are studied from the aspects of capital,space,industry,economic model,etc.,and corresponding development strategies for high-tech development zones in China are proposed.
文摘The aging of the population in China has entered an accelerated stage. One of the goals for the micro transformation of old residential areas is to create a community space suitable for aging, promote outdoor activities and neighborhood social activities of the elderly, and thus improve the physical and mental health of the elderly. Starting from physiological, psychological and behavioral characteristics of the elderly,four characteristics of micro renovation of community public space for aging are analyzed. Qingshanhu Community is taken as research object. Based on the field survey of the elderly in the community, the problem of the insufficient current community space suitable for aging is summarized, and how to adapt to aging and micro transformation to promote healthy life of residents is analyzed, which could provide the reference for building an aging community.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 31970427 and 32270526 to WL)。
文摘The interactions between avian brood parasites and their hosts provide an informative and easy-to-handle system for studying coevolution.Avian brood parasitism reduces the reproductive success of hosts,and thus,hosts have evolved anti-parasitic strategies,such as rejecting parasitic eggs and adopting aggressive nest defense strategies,to avoid the cost brought on by brood parasitism.To test whether host anti-parasitic strategies are adjusted with the risk of being parasitized when the breeding seasons of brood parasites and hosts are not synchronous,we conducted a field experiment assessing nest defense and egg recognition behaviors of the Isabelline Shrike(Lanius isabellinus),a host of the Common Cuckoo(Cuculus canorus).In the local area,the host Isabelline Shrike begins to breed in April,whereas the summer migratory Common Cuckoo migrates to the local area in May and begins to lay parasitic eggs.Results showed that nest defense behaviors of the Isabelline Shrike increases significantly after cuckoo arrival,showing higher aggressiveness to cuckoo dummies,with no significant difference in attack rates among cuckoo,sparrowhawk and dove dummies,but their egg rejection did not change significantly.These results imply that Isabelline Shrikes may adjust their nest defense behavior,but not egg rejection behavior,with seasonality.
文摘Under the background of"people-oriented"thought and"green transportation",the idea of"priority for non-motor vehicles"came into being,which can improve the riding environment of non-motor vehicle riders to a certain extent.According to the current situation of priority for non-motor vehicles in the old urban area of Nanchang,through field investigation,questionnaire investigation and interview,this study summarized the existing problems,and put forward optimization suggestions for these problems,in order to provide reference for areas with similar conditions.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52275393 and 51935014)Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.2021JJ20061,2020JJ3047,and 2019JJ50588)+4 种基金Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.20224ACB204013)the Project of State Key Laboratory of High Performance Complex ManufacturingTechnology Innovation Platform Project of Shenzhen Institute of Information Technology 2020(No.PT2020E002)Guangdong Province Precision Manufacturing and Intelligent Production Education Integration Innovation Platform(No.2022CJPT019)Independent Exploration and Innovation Project of Central South University(No.1053320220553).
文摘Bacterial infection is a major problem following bone implant surgery.Moreover,poly-l-lactic acid/carbon nanotube/hydroxyapatite(PLLA/CNT/HAP)bone scaffolds possess enhanced mechanical properties and show good bioactiv-ityregardingbonedefectregeneration.Inthisstudy,wesynthesizedsilver(Ag)-dopedCNT/HAP(CNT/Ag-HAP)nanohybrids via the partial replacing of calcium ions(Ca2+)in the HAP lattice with silver ions(Ag+)using an ion doping technique under hydrothermal conditions.Specifically,the doping process was induced using the special lattice structure of HAP and the abundant surface oxygenic functional groups of CNT,and involved the partial replacement of Ca2+in the HAP lattice by doped Ag+as well as the in situ synthesis of Ag-HAP nanoparticles on CNT in a hydrothermal environment.The result-ing CNT/Ag-HAP nanohybrids were then introduced into a PLLA matrix via laser-based powder bed fusion(PBF-LB)to fabricate PLLA/CNT/Ag-HAP scaffolds that showed sustained antibacterial activity.We then found that Ag+,which pos-sesses broad-spectrum antibacterial activity,endowed PLLA/CNT/Ag-HAP scaffolds with this activity,with an antibacterial effectiveness of 92.65%.This antibacterial effect is due to the powerful effect of Ag+against bacterial structure and genetic material,as well as the physical destruction of bacterial structures due to the sharp edge structure of CNT.In addition,the scaffold possessed enhanced mechanical properties,showing tensile and compressive strengths of 8.49 MPa and 19.72 MPa,respectively.Finally,the scaffold also exhibited good bioactivity and cytocompatibility,including the ability to form apatite layers and to promote the adhesion and proliferation of human osteoblast-like cells(MG63 cells).
文摘Under the background of more than half of China’s urbanization process,the transformation and renewal of old community has become a hot spot in China’s urbanization process.Meanwhile,the traffic space of urban residential area plays a very important role in the daily life and social communication of residential residents.The current situation and traffic problems existing in old residential areas have always been the hot spot of industry and society,and the residential residents are also very concerned.Dashiyuan North District of Donghu District of Nanchang City is taken as the research object.Through field investigation,under the situation of analyzing its current traffic problems,it formulates countermeasures and carries out targeted transformation,to provide reference for renovation of old community in terms of traffic space.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81971875,82300661)Natural Science Foundation of Anhui province(2308085QH246)+3 种基金Natural Science Foundation of the Anhui Higher Education Institutions(KJ2021A0205)Basic and Clinical Cooperative Research Program of Anhui Medical University(2019xkjT002,2019xkjT022,2022xkjT013)Talent Training Program,School of Basic Medical Sciences,Anhui Medical University(2022YPJH102)National College Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program of China(202210366024)。
文摘Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is associated with mutations in lipopolysaccharide-binding protein(LBP),but the underlying epigenetic mechanisms remain understudied.Herein,LBP^(-/-)rats with NAFLD were established and used to conduct integrative targetingactive enhancer histone H3 lysine 27 acetylation(H3K27ac)chromatin immunoprecipitation coupled with high-throughput and transcriptomic sequencing analysis to explore the potential epigenetic pathomechanisms of active enhancers of NAFLD exacerbation upon LBP deficiency.Notably,LBP^(-/-)reduced the inflammatory response but markedly aggravated high-fat diet(HFD)-induced NAFLD in rats,with pronounced alterations in the histone acetylome and regulatory transcriptome.In total,1128 differential enhancer-target genes significantly enriched in cholesterol and fatty acid metabolism were identified between wild-type(WT)and LBP^(-/-)NAFLD rats.Based on integrative analysis,CCAAT/enhancer-binding proteinβ(C/EBPβ)was identified as a pivotal transcription factor(TF)and contributor to dysregulated histone acetylome H3K27ac,and the lipid metabolism gene SCD was identified as a downstream effector exacerbating NAFLD.This study not only broadens our understanding of the essential role of LBP in the pathogenesis of NAFLD from an epigenetics perspective but also identifies key TF C/EBPβand functional gene SCD as potential regulators and therapeutic targets.