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Talanta ; 281: 126819, 2024 Sep 06.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39245005

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Multimodal biosensors with independent signaling pathways can self-calibrate and improve the reliability of disease biomarker detection. Herein, a colorimetric-fluorescent dual-mode paper-based biosensor with PAN/Fe(III)-CNOs (FPCs) as core components has been developed, which information is recognized by smartphone and naked eye. Using 1-(2-pyridylazo)-2-naphthol (PAN) as a mediator, Fe(III) is enriched on the surface of carbon nano-onions (CNOs), endowing FPCs with excellent mimetic enzyme activity and photothermal conversion ability, which allows it to output amplified colorimetric signals under laser irradiation. In addition, the complexation of PAN with Fe(III) broadens its absorption spectrum, which makes FPCs more suitable to be energy acceptors to quench fluorescence of polymer dots (Pdots), resulting in the changes of output fluorescent signal. Based on the above design, a portable colorimetric-fluorescent dual-mode biosensor is proposed for trypsin detection with Pdots as fluorescence sources and FPCs as fluorescence quenchers and nanoenzymes. This work provides a convenient way for constructing portable visual multimodal biosensors, which is expected to applied in various disease diagnosis.

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Open Life Sci ; 19(1): 20220899, 2024.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39071494

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This study aimed to determine the prognostic value and microenvironmental crosstalk of exosome-related signatures in human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 positive breast cancer (HER2+ BC). Transcriptome sequencing and clinicopathological data were downloaded from the Cancer Genome Atlas. The 10X single cell sequencing dataset was downloaded from the National Center for Biotechnology Information Gene Expression Omnibus. Exosomes-Related Genes were extracted from the ExoCarta and Gene Set Enrichment Analysis databases. FGF9, SF3B4, and EPCAM were found and deemed the most accurate predictive signatures. Patients with HER2+ BC were subtyped into three groupings by exosome prognostic gene (EPGs). The expression of SF3B4 was positively linked with the infiltration of macrophages, neutrophils, and CD4+ T cells. The expression characteristics of EPGs were associated with the biological process of "response to xenobiotic stimuli." Interactions were relatively high between malignant epithelial cells and fibroblasts, endothelial cells, monocytes, and macrophages. Malignant epithelial cells interact more with fibroblasts and endothelial cells. The migration inhibitory factor pathway was the primary outgoing signaling pattern, while the C-C motif chemokine ligand pathway was the primary incoming signaling pattern for communication between malignant epithelial cells and macrophages. This study described the role of exosome signatures in the prognosis and microenvironment of HER2+ BC and provided a basis for future research.

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Cancer Lett ; 597: 217062, 2024 Aug 10.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38878852

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Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have transformed cancer therapy, yet persistent challenges such as low response rate and significant heterogeneity necessitate attention. The pivotal role of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) in ICI efficacy, its intricate impacts and potentials as a prognostic marker, warrants comprehensive exploration. This study integrates single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), bulk RNA-seq, and spatial transcriptomic analyses to unveil pan-cancer immune characteristics governed by the MHC transcriptional feature (MHC.sig). Developed through scRNA-seq analysis of 663,760 cells across diverse cohorts and validated in 30 solid cancer types, the MHC.sig demonstrates a robust correlation between immune-related genes and infiltrating immune cells, highlighting its potential as a universal pan-cancer marker for anti-tumor immunity. Screening the MHC.sig for therapeutic targets using CRISPR data identifies potential genes for immune therapy synergy and validates its predictive efficacy for ICIs responsiveness across diverse datasets and cancer types. Finally, analysis of cellular communication patterns reveals interactions between C1QC+macrophages and malignant cells, providing insights into potential therapeutic agents and their sensitivity characteristics. This comprehensive analysis positions the MHC.sig as a promising marker for predicting immune therapy outcomes and guiding combinatorial therapeutic strategies.


Asunto(s)
Complejo Mayor de Histocompatibilidad , Neoplasias , Análisis de la Célula Individual , Humanos , Neoplasias/genética , Neoplasias/inmunología , Análisis de la Célula Individual/métodos , Complejo Mayor de Histocompatibilidad/genética , Complejo Mayor de Histocompatibilidad/inmunología , Análisis de Secuencia de ARN/métodos , Inhibidores de Puntos de Control Inmunológico/uso terapéutico , Inhibidores de Puntos de Control Inmunológico/farmacología , Biomarcadores de Tumor/genética , Biomarcadores de Tumor/inmunología , Perfilación de la Expresión Génica/métodos , Regulación Neoplásica de la Expresión Génica , Microambiente Tumoral/inmunología , Microambiente Tumoral/genética , RNA-Seq
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Chemistry ; : e202402085, 2024 Jun 26.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38926940

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We described a copper(I)-catalyzed atom economic and selective hydroamination-cyclization of alkynyl-tethered quinazolinones to prepare a variety of indole-fused pyrazino[1,2-a]quinazolinones in good to excellent yields ranging from 39 %-99 % under mild reaction conditions. Control experiments revealed that coordination-directed method of quinazolinone moiety with copper(I) was important for the selective hydroamination-cyclization of alkynes at the N1-atom instead of N3-atom of quinazolinone. The reaction could be easily performed at gram scales and some prepared indole-fused pyrazino[1,2-a]quinazolinones with donating groups on the indole moiety showed a distinct fluorescence emission wavelength with blue shift under the acid conditions.

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Talanta ; 277: 126405, 2024 Sep 01.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38870758

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Linear π-conjugated polymers (LCPs) with π-electron conjugation system have many remarkable optical characteristics such as fluorescence and electrochemiluminescence (ECL). However, the extremely strong interchain interaction and π-π stacking limit the luminescence efficiency. In this work, 1H-1,2,4-triazole-3,5-diamine was chosen as the polymer monomer and reacted with terephthalaldehyde via simple Schiff base condensation to synthesize LCPs. Subsequently, molecular engineering strategy was adopted to construct zirconium-based LCPs (MLCPs), which not only prevented π-π stacking but also ensured that extended π-coupling was maintained in the LCPs, thus effectively promoting charge transport and achieving strong luminescence. Second, the coreactant polyethyleneimine (PEI) was assembled onto the MLCPs (MLCPs@PEI) to further promote the emission of ECL. To further explore the potential of the obtained MLCPs@PEI as emerging ECL emitter, colorectal cancer exosome was chosen as model biomarker, and an innovative ECL ratiometric system based on MLCPs@PEI and luminol was designed to improve the validity and accuracy of the sensors. This research provides a fresh nanoplatform for exosome detection and broadens the application of LCPs in ECL immunoassay.


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Técnicas Electroquímicas , Exosomas , Mediciones Luminiscentes , Polietileneimina , Mediciones Luminiscentes/métodos , Técnicas Electroquímicas/métodos , Humanos , Exosomas/química , Polietileneimina/química , Circonio/química , Polímeros/química , Luminol/química , Luminiscencia
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J Colloid Interface Sci ; 666: 296-306, 2024 Jul 15.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38603873

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In oxygen electrocatalysis, how to rationally design low-cost catalysts with reasonable structure and long-term stability is a crucial issue. Here, an in-situ growth strategy is used to construct a shaped structure encapsulating a uniformly-dispersed Co/Co3Fe7 heterojunction in nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes (Co/Co3Fe7@NCNTs). Hollow CoFe layered-double-hydroxide prisms act as sacrifices for in-situ growth of Co/Co3Fe7 nanoparticles, which also catalyze the growth of bamboo-like NCNTs. Tubular structure not only accelerates the charge transfer through the interactions between Co and Co3Fe7, but also limits the aggregation of the particles, thereby promoting the 4e- oxygen reduction/evolution reactions (ORR/OER) kinetics and stabilizing the bifunctional activity. Co/Co3Fe7@NCNTs-800 (pyrolyzed at 800 °C) shows exceptional ORR activity (half-wave potential of 0.89 V) and methanol tolerance. Meanwhile, Co/Co3Fe7@NCNTs-800 shows a small OER overpotential of 280 mV, which increases by only 9 mV after 1000 cyclic voltammetry (CV) cycles. The outstanding bifunctionality (potential gap of 0.62 V) is ascribed to the electronic structure modulation at the Co/Co3Fe7 heterointerface. Notably, it also has a high performance as an air-cathode for rechargeable zinc-air battery, showing high power density (165 mW cm-2) and specific capacity (770.5 m Ah kg-1). This work provides a new reference for promoting the development of alloy catalysts with heterogeneous interfaces.

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Biosens Bioelectron ; 256: 116274, 2024 Jul 15.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38599074

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Exploring the photochemical (PEC) method induced by low-energy light source makes great significance to achieve high stability and accurate analysis. A sensing platform driven by near-infrared (NIR) light was designed by making the biochemically encoded carbon rich plasmonic hybrid (CPH) probe, the peptide@C-Mo2C. The inherent plasmonic effect of C-Mo2C CPH can directly absorb NIR light, thus starting effective electronic-hole pairs separation. Moreover, the photothermal effect of C-Mo2C CPH also promoted the reaction yield of photothermal catalyst reaction on sensing interface to assist the PEC signal amplification. In the presence of target trypsin, it cleaves the peptides, resulting in the release of peptide@C-Mo2C probe from interface, which leads to a relative decrease in PEC signal. More importantly, a self-calibration system consisting of two independent PEC test channels attempted to eliminate the influence of background signal and baseline drift. The test channel was used to specify the recognition target, while the blank channel was used as a reference. Therefore, the signal difference between two channels was recorded, so as to obtain results with less error and higher stability. In this NIR driven PEC sensor, the carbon rich probe with direct and efficient NIR light conversion promoted the sensitivity and a self-calibration system guaranteed the stability which provided innovative thoughts for developing ingenious PEC sensor.


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Técnicas Biosensibles , Carbono , Rayos Infrarrojos , Carbono/química , Técnicas Electroquímicas , Péptidos/química , Tripsina/química , Límite de Detección , Diseño de Equipo
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Adv Sci (Weinh) ; 11(18): e2306129, 2024 May.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38447146

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Plants can autonomously adjust their growth direction based on the gravitropic response to maximize energy acquisition, despite lacking nerves and muscles. Endowing soft robots with gravitropism may facilitate the development of self-regulating systems free of electronics, but remains elusive. Herein, acceleration-regulated soft actuators are described that can respond to the gravitational field by leveraging the unique fluidity of liquid metal in its self-limiting oxide skin. The soft actuator is obtained by magnetic printing of the fluidic liquid metal heater circuit on a thermoresponsive liquid crystal elastomer. The Joule heat of the liquid metal circuit with gravity-regulated resistance can be programmed by changing the actuator's pose to induce the flow of liquid metal. The actuator can autonomously adjust its bending degree by the dynamic interaction between its thermomechanical response and gravity. A gravity-interactive soft gripper is also created with controllable grasping and releasing by rotating the actuator. Moreover, it is demonstrated that self-regulated oscillation motion can be achieved by interfacing the actuator with a monostable tape spring, allowing the electronics-free control of a bionic walker. This work paves the avenue for the development of liquid metal-based reconfigurable electronics and electronics-free soft robots that can perceive gravity or acceleration.


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Gravitropismo , Robótica , Robótica/métodos , Robótica/instrumentación , Gravitropismo/fisiología , Diseño de Equipo/métodos , Metales/química , Cristales Líquidos , Plantas
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Medicine (Baltimore) ; 103(3): e36579, 2024 Jan 19.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38241527

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PURPOSE: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Buzhongyiqi decoction combined with acupoint application in the treatment of functional constipation in elderly people. METHODS: (1) Four Chinese databases (China National Knowledge Infrastructure, China Science Periodical Database, Chinese Citation Database, China Biology Medicine) and 4 foreign databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Embase) were searched, excluded, and included in randomized controlled trials of Buzhongyiqi decoction combined with acupoint application for the treatment of functional constipation in elderly people. (2) Systematic evaluation and meta-analysis using the RevMan 5.3 software. (3) Harbord linear regression and sensitivity analyses were conducted to evaluate publication bias using Stata 14.0. (4) Reliability of the conclusion assessment by sequential test analysis in TSA0.9 software. (5) Quality of evidence evaluation of outcome indicators was evaluated using Gradepro 3.6 software. RESULTS: Eight randomized controlled trials including 658 case sample sizes were included. Compared with the control group, the intervention group showed improved clinical cure rate and effective rate of functional constipation in elderly people, reduced recurrence rate, and efficacy regulated the levels of defecation-related indices and indices of gastrointestinal function. In addition, trial sequential analysis indicated that the total clinical efficacy rate was conclusive, which showed that the therapeutic efficacy of the intervention group was superior to that of the control group. However, the incidence of adverse effects in intervention group was comparable to that of control group, and trial sequential analysis suggests that this result needs to be supported by additional research. CONCLUSION: Buzhongyiqi decoction combined with acupoint application has potential value in the treatment of functional constipation in elderly people. Currently, there is insufficient clinical evidence to objectively evaluate safety grades for this combination therapy.


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Puntos de Acupuntura , Estreñimiento , Humanos , Anciano , Reproducibilidad de los Resultados , Estreñimiento/tratamiento farmacológico , Medicina Tradicional China , Resultado del Tratamiento
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New Phytol ; 241(5): 1950-1972, 2024 Mar.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38095236

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Histone H3 lysine-4 trimethylation (H3K4me3) activating drought-responsive genes in plants for drought adaptation has long been established, but the underlying regulatory mechanisms are unknown. Here, using yeast two-hybrid, bimolecular fluorescence complementation, biochemical analyses, transient and CRISPR-mediated transgenesis in Populus trichocarpa, we unveiled in this adaptation a regulatory interplay between chromatin regulation and gene transactivation mediated by an epigenetic determinant, a PtrSDG2-1-PtrCOMPASS (complex proteins associated with Set1)-like H3K4me3 complex, PtrSDG2-1-PtrWDR5a-1-PtrRbBP5-1-PtrAsh2-2 (PtrSWRA). Under drought conditions, a transcription factor PtrAREB1-2 interacts with PtrSWRA, forming a PtrSWRA-PtrAREB1-2 pentamer, to recruit PtrSWRA to specific promoter elements of drought-tolerant genes, such as PtrHox2, PtrHox46, and PtrHox52, for depositing H3K4me3 to promote and maintain activated state of such genes for tolerance. CRISPR-edited defects in the pentamer impaired drought tolerance and elevated expression of PtrHox2, PtrHox46, or PtrHox52 improved the tolerance as well as growth in P. trichocarpa. Our findings revealed the identity of the underlying H3K4 trimethyltransferase and its interactive arrangement with the COMPASS for catalysis specificity and efficiency. Furthermore, our study uncovered how the H3K4 trimethyltransferase-COMPASS complex is recruited to the effector genes for elevating H3K4me3 marks for improved drought tolerance and growth/biomass production in plants.


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Histonas , Populus , Histonas/metabolismo , Populus/metabolismo , Resistencia a la Sequía , Biomasa , Cromatina , Saccharomyces cerevisiae/metabolismo
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Minim Invasive Ther Allied Technol ; 33(2): 120-128, 2024 Apr.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38146672

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The mechanical properties of the stent graft are important factors influencing the outcome of TEVAR treatment and the occurrence of postoperative complications. The aim of this study is to improve and design a mechanical performance testing equipment for thoracic aortic stent grafts. The mechanical performance testing equipment consists of a radial force testing equipment of the stent graft designed by the wire compression grip method and a dynamic straightening force testing device with stable and controllable test conditions and continuously variable test angles. By constructing the testing equipment to physically measure the stent specimen, the experimental results reflect the trend of change and the simulation results are basically consistent, i.e. the mechanical properties of the thoracic aortic stent designed in this study is feasible and the measured data are valid. The testing equipment can provide the basis and reference direction for the quality testing of stent graft products, optimisation of mechanical properties of stent grafts and R&D innovation.


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Aneurisma de la Aorta Torácica , Implantación de Prótesis Vascular , Procedimientos Endovasculares , Humanos , Prótesis Vascular , Diseño de Prótesis , Aorta Torácica/cirugía , Stents , Aneurisma de la Aorta Torácica/cirugía , Resultado del Tratamiento
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MedComm (2020) ; 4(6): e421, 2023 Dec.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38034101

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The interplay between genetic alterations and metabolic dysregulation is increasingly recognized as a pivotal axis in cancer pathogenesis. Both elements are mutually reinforcing, thereby expediting the ontogeny and progression of malignant neoplasms. Intriguingly, recent findings have highlighted the translocation of metabolites and metabolic enzymes from the cytoplasm into the nuclear compartment, where they appear to be intimately associated with tumor cell proliferation. Despite these advancements, significant gaps persist in our understanding of their specific roles within the nuclear milieu, their modulatory effects on gene transcription and cellular proliferation, and the intricacies of their coordination with the genomic landscape. In this comprehensive review, we endeavor to elucidate the regulatory landscape of metabolic signaling within the nuclear domain, namely nuclear metabolic signaling involving metabolites and metabolic enzymes. We explore the roles and molecular mechanisms through which metabolic flux and enzymatic activity impact critical nuclear processes, including epigenetic modulation, DNA damage repair, and gene expression regulation. In conclusion, we underscore the paramount significance of nuclear metabolic signaling in cancer biology and enumerate potential therapeutic targets, associated pharmacological interventions, and implications for clinical applications. Importantly, these emergent findings not only augment our conceptual understanding of tumoral metabolism but also herald the potential for innovative therapeutic paradigms targeting the metabolism-genome transcriptional axis.

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Chem Commun (Camb) ; 59(91): 13595-13598, 2023 Nov 14.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37888889

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A convenient strategy for fabricating a wearable sensor with favorable durability and sensitivity is reported. This approach exploits the reconstructed hydrogen bonds within the thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) during the heating evaporation of metal to form robust welding of the fibers in the substrate. The sensor can steadily monitor pulse waves and facilitate real-time human-machine interaction.

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Cancer Lett ; 578: 216460, 2023 12 01.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37863352

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Coiled-Coil Domain-Containing (CCDC) is a large class of structural proteins containing left-handed supercoiled structure. The clinical value and the functional implication of CCDC in colorectal cancer (CRC) remain unknown. Based on the genetic, transcriptional, and clinical data from The Cancer Genome Atlas, five of thirty-six CCDC proteins were differentially expressed in the CRC and associated with the survival of patients with CRC. A CCDC-score model was established to evaluate the prognosis of patients. The potential function of Coiled-Coil Domain-Containing 154 (CCDC154) was investigated using bioinformatical methods, which unveiled that high expression of CCDC154 indicates poor survival for patients with CRC and correlates with low infiltration of CD8+ T cells and high infiltration of neutrophils, indicating that CCDC154 enhances tumor growth and metastasis. CCDC154 interacts with Minichromosome Maintenance Complex Component 2 (MCM2) protein and promotes malignant phenotype via MCM2. We validated the expression level and survival prediction value of CCDC154 in clinical samples, and analyzed its co-expression of MCM2, Ki-67 and p53. This work discloses the role of CCDC in clinical setting and CCDC154 functions in CRC.


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Proteínas de Ciclo Celular , Neoplasias Colorrectales , Humanos , Linfocitos T CD8-positivos/metabolismo , Proteínas de Ciclo Celular/genética , Proteínas de Ciclo Celular/metabolismo , Proliferación Celular , Neoplasias Colorrectales/genética , Neoplasias Colorrectales/patología , Componente 2 del Complejo de Mantenimiento de Minicromosoma/genética , Componente 2 del Complejo de Mantenimiento de Minicromosoma/metabolismo , Pronóstico
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Quant Imaging Med Surg ; 13(9): 6059-6088, 2023 Sep 01.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37711808

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Background: Early detection of central nervous system (CNS) anomalies in human embryos through prenatal screening is crucial for timely intervention and improved patient outcomes. Fetal brain mid-sagittal ultrasound images (FBMUIs) play a pivotal role as a diagnostic tool for detecting structural abnormalities. However, the automatic localization and quantitative segmentation of complex anatomical structures such as the corpus callosum-cavum septum pellucidum complex (CCC) and cerebellar vermis (CV) in FBMUIs present significant challenges. Methods: To address this issue, we propose an integrated framework that combines anatomical knowledge with computer vision techniques. Our framework comprises four steps: (I) generation of average templates for CCC and CV local images using a variational autoencoder (VAE); (II) localizing the CCC by using the "Initial Localization-Accurate Localization-Result Detection" strategy, followed by segmenting it based on morphological characteristics using the "Initial Contour Fitting-Contour Iteration" strategy; (III) applying a similar strategy as CCC localization and CV segmentation; and (IV) leveraging spatial and morphological characteristics to achieve accurate localization and segmentation. Results: Our CCC and CV localization and segmentation methods were validated by using 140 FBMUIs from various perspectives. The accuracy and effectiveness of our approach were demonstrated through data statistics and comparative analysis. Currently, clinical trials are being conducted on our method at Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University. Conclusions: Our proposed integrated framework presents a novel solution for the automatic localization and quantitative segmentation of the CCC and CV in FBMUIs. It shows promise for early diagnosis of CNS anomalies in human embryos, offering significant clinical implications.

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Mikrochim Acta ; 190(9): 372, 2023 08 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37648806

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Based on the highly specific interaction between concanavalin A (Con A) and glucose (Glu), a competitive electrochemiluminescence (ECL) biosensor was constructed for ultrasensitive detection of Con A. Nanocomposites with excellent electrocatalytic and photothermal properties were obtained by covalently bonding zinc oxide quantum dots (ZnO QDs) to vanadium carbide MXene (V2C MXene) surfaces. The modification of ZnO QDs hinders the aggregation of V2C MXene and increases the catalytic activity of oxygen reduction reaction, thus amplifying the luminol cathodic emission. In addition, the excellent photothermal performance of the V2C MXene-ZnO QDs can convert light energy into heat energy under the irradiation of 808 nm near infrared laser, thus increasing the temperature of the reaction system and accelerating the electron transfer process to realize the synergistic amplified homogeneous ECL system. This innovative work not only enriches the fundamental research on multifunctional MXene nanomaterials for biosensing, but also provides an effective strategy for ECL signal amplification.


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Técnicas Biosensibles , Concanavalina A , Electroquímica , Electroquímica/métodos , Transducción de Señal , Concanavalina A/análisis , Nitritos/química , Elementos de Transición/química , Puntos Cuánticos , Óxido de Zinc/química , Humanos , Suero/química
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Anal Chem ; 95(36): 13629-13637, 2023 09 12.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37624588

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Given that exosomes released from cancer cells carry various tumor-specific proteins on their surface, they have emerged as a source of biomarkers for cancer diagnosis. However, developing accurate and reliable assays to detect exosomes in the early stages of disease with low abundance and complex systems remains challenging. Here, the prepared PDIG film has the ability to sense multiple signals from a single stimulus, in which the presence of cobalt(II) chloride and deep eutectic solvents (DES) endows PDIG with thermochromic and thermosensitive properties. Concretely, the PDIG served as the recognition interface in series with a bipolar electrode (BPE) that exhibits a highly sensitive color and conductivity response to temperature stimuli triggered by the light-harvesting probe TiO2@CNOs introduced via proximity hybridization assay triggering a rolling circle amplification strategy, resulting in the output of colorimetric, photoacoustic, and electrochemiluminescent signals for the detection of colorectal cancer exosomes. This work is expected to provide a new direction for exploring the multisignal amplification strategy of BPE, broaden the application of BPE in biological analysis, and provide new insights for developing highly information-sensing elements to ensure the multimodal coupling for cancer-specific exosome detection.


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Exosomas , Bioensayo , Cloruros , Cobalto , Colorimetría , Proteínas de Neoplasias
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RSC Adv ; 13(30): 20984-20993, 2023 Jul 07.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37448645

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Aramid nanofibers (ANFs) have shown potential applications in the fields of nanocomposite reinforcement, battery separators, thermal insulation and flexible electronics. However, the inherent low thermal conductivity limits the application of ANFs, currently, to ensure long lifetime in electronics. In this work, new nickel (Ni) nanoparticles were employed to decorate the silicon carbide (SiC) filler by a rapid and non-polluting method, in which nickel acetate tetrahydrate (Ni(CH3COO)2·4H2O) and SiC were mixed and heated under an inert atmosphere. The composites as thermal fillers were applied to prepare an aramid nanofiber (ANF)-based composite film. Our results showed that the decoration of SiC by an appropriate amount of Ni nanoparticles played an important role in improving the thermal conductivity, hydrophobicity, thermal stability, and puncture resistance of the ANF composite film. After adjusting the balling time at 10 h, the optimized content of 10 mol% Ni nanoparticles improved the thermal conductivity to 0.502 W m-1 K-1, 298.4% higher than that of the original ANF film. Moreover, increasing the content of thermal fillers to 30 wt% realized a high thermal conductivity of 0.937 W m-1 K-1, which is 643.7% higher than that of the pristine ANF film. Moreover, the compatibility between thermal fillers and ANFs and thermal stability were improved for the ANF-composite films. The effective heat transfer function of our composite films was further confirmed using a LED lamp and thermoelectric device. In addition, the obtained composite films show certain mechanical properties and better hydrophobicity; these results exhibit their great potential applications in electronic devices.

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J Mater Chem B ; 11(30): 7209-7216, 2023 08 02.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37427755

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In order to detect early tumor markers and gain valuable time for treatment, there is an urgent need to develop a fast, cheap, and ultrasensitive multi-reading sensing platform. Herein, a solid/liquid two-phase dual-output biosensor was explored based on a sensitized sonochemiluminescence (SCL) strategy and a multifunctional carbon nano-onion (CNO) probe. It is clear that ultrasonic radiation caused the formation of hydroxyl radicals (˙OH), triggering the SCL signal of the emitter lucigenin (Luc2+). Meanwhile, titanium carbide nanodots and ethanol were used to enhance the SCL signal, and an astonishingly linear enhancement of the SCL intensity was produced with increasing ethanol concentration. More importantly, the CNOs, with their excellent photothermal properties and adsorption capacity, can output both the temperature signal and an enhanced SCL strength from the solid-liquid phase. Through inter-calibration of the signals from the two-phases, this biosensor shows excellent analytical performance for the detection of the ovarian cancer biomarker, human epididymis-specific protein 4, from 10-5 to 10 ng mL-1 with a low detection limit of 3.3 fg mL-1. This work not only provides a novel two-phase signal-output mode that broadens the scope of multiperformance joint applications of CNOs, but also enriches the quantitative detection of point-of-care testing.


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Técnicas Biosensibles , Neoplasias Ováricas , Humanos , Femenino , Biomarcadores de Tumor , Carbono , Cebollas , Neoplasias Ováricas/diagnóstico
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Talanta ; 265: 124876, 2023 Dec 01.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37390673

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Utilizing the photothermal effect to activate enzyme activity, realize signal conversion and amplification show promising prospects in biosensing. Herein, a pressure-colorimetric multi-mode bio-sensor was proposed through the multiple rolling signal amplification strategy of photothermal control. Under NIR light radiation, the Nb2C MXene labeled photothermal probe caused notable temperature elevation on a multi-functional signal conversion paper (MSCP), leading to decomposition of thermal responsive element and in-situ formation of Nb2C MXene/Ag-Sx hybrid. The generation of Nb2C MXene/Ag-Sx hybrid accompanied with valid color change from pale yellow to dark brown on MSCP. Moreover, the Ag-Sx as a signal amplification element enhanced the NIR light absorption to further improve the photothermal effect of Nb2C MXene/Ag-Sx thereby induce cyclic in situ production of Nb2C MXene/Ag-Sx hybrid with rolling enhanced photothermal effect. Subsequently, the continuously enhanced photothermal effect rolling activated catalase-like activity of Nb2C MXene/Ag-Sx, which accelerated the decomposition of H2O2 and promoted the pressure elevation. Therefore, the rolling-enhanced photothermal effect and rolling activated catalase-like activity of Nb2C MXene/Ag-Sx considerately amplified the pressure and color change. Making full use of multi-signal readout conversion and rolling signal amplification, accurate results can be obtained in a short time, whether in the laboratory or in the patient's homes.


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Biomarcadores de Tumor , Neoplasias Ováricas , Humanos , Femenino , Catalasa , Colorimetría , Peróxido de Hidrógeno
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