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Sensors (Basel) ; 24(9)2024 Apr 26.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38732886

ABSTRACT

In this paper, a temperature measurement system with NTC (Negative Temperature Coefficient) thermistors was designed. An MCU (Micro Control Unit) primarily operates by converting the voltage value collected by an ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) into the resistance value. The temperature value is then calculated, and a DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) outputs a current of 4 to 20 mA that is linearly related to the temperature value. The nonlinear characteristics of NTC thermistors pose a challenging problem. The nonlinear characteristics of NTC thermistors were to a great extent solved by using a resistance ratio model. The high precision of the NTC thermistor is obtained by fitting it with the Hoge equation. The results of actual measurements suggest that each module works properly, and the temperature measurement accuracy of 0.067 °C in the range from -40 °C to 120 °C has been achieved. The uncertainty of the output current is analyzed and calculated with the uncertainty of 0.0014 mA. This type of system has broad potential applications in industry fields such as the petrochemical industry.

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J Am Heart Assoc ; 13(10): e033455, 2024 May 21.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38761074

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BACKGROUND: The health effects of particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter ≤2.5 µm (PM2.5) might differ depending on compositional variations. Little is known about the joint effect of PM2.5 constituents on metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease (CVD). This study aims to evaluate the combined associations of PM2.5 components with CVD, identify the most detrimental constituent, and further quantify the mediation effect of metabolic syndrome. METHODS AND RESULTS: A total of 14 427 adults were included in a cohort study in Sichuan, China, and were followed to obtain the diagnosis of CVD until 2021. Metabolic syndrome was defined by the simultaneous occurrence of multiple metabolic disorders measured at baseline. The concentrations of PM2.5 chemical constituents within a 1-km2 grid were derived based on satellite- and ground-based detection methods. Cox proportional hazard models showed that black carbon, organic matter (OM), nitrate, ammonium, chloride, and sulfate were positively associated with CVD risks, with hazard ratios (HRs) ranging from 1.24 to 2.11 (all P<0.05). Quantile g-computation showed positive associations with 4 types of CVD risks (HRs ranging from 1.48 to 2.25, all P<0.05). OM and chloride had maximum weights for CVD risks. Causal mediation analysis showed that the positive association of OM with total CVD was mediated by metabolic syndrome, with a mediation proportion of 1.3% (all P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Long-term exposure to PM2.5 chemical constituents is positively associated with CVD risks. OM and chloride appear to play the most responsible role in the positive associations between PM2.5 and CVD. OM is probably associated with CVD through metabolic-related pathways.


Subject(s)
Cardiovascular Diseases , Metabolic Syndrome , Particulate Matter , Humans , Particulate Matter/adverse effects , Cardiovascular Diseases/epidemiology , Male , China/epidemiology , Female , Middle Aged , Metabolic Syndrome/epidemiology , Prospective Studies , Adult , Air Pollutants/adverse effects , Air Pollutants/analysis , Environmental Exposure/adverse effects , Risk Assessment , Aged , Time Factors , Particle Size , Risk Factors , Air Pollution/adverse effects
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J Colloid Interface Sci ; 667: 128-135, 2024 Aug.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38631251

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The self-assembled carbon nitride quantum dots (CNQDs) has been largely advanced owing to the structure-relative photocatalytic activities, especially its electronic structure, which can be regulated by defects, functional groups, and doping. However, there are still issues such as wide band gaps for the assembles and severe recombination of photoinduced charges. Herein, we demonstrate the self-assembly of CNQDs into fusiform hollow superstructures (CNFHs), induced by hydrogen bonding between the terminal functional groups (-OH, -COOH, and -NH2). During the top-down assembly process, the hydrogen bonding dominates and initiates lateral cross-linking between adjacent CNQDs, which further twist into fusiform hollow structures. Benefitted greatly from the ultrathin and hollow nature of the superstructure that provides more exposed active sites, coupled with the introduction of phosphorus doping atoms into the framework induced narrowed band gap, CNFHs exhibits an 18-fold higher activity than the bulk counterpart toward photocatalytic hydrogen evolution after loading the CoP co-catalyst. This work presents a new platform to design and manipulate carbon nitride superstructures.

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Sensors (Basel) ; 24(5)2024 Mar 01.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38475160

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In semiconductor manufacturing, defect inspection in non-patterned wafer production lines is essential to ensure high-quality integrated circuits. However, in actual production lines, achieving both high efficiency and high sensitivity at the same time is a significant challenge due to their mutual constraints. To achieve a reasonable trade-off between detection efficiency and sensitivity, this paper integrates the time delay integration (TDI) technology into dark-field microscopy. The TDI image sensor is utilized instead of a photomultiplier tube to realize multi-point simultaneous scanning. Experiments illustrate that the increase in the number of TDI stages and reduction in the column fixed pattern noise effectively improve the signal-to-noise ratio of particle defects without sacrificing the detecting efficiency.

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Sci Total Environ ; 918: 170773, 2024 Mar 25.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38336054

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Cadmium (Cd) exposure is known to enhance breast cancer (BC) progression. Cd promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) in BC cells, facilitating BC cell aggressiveness and invasion, but the underlying molecular mechanisms are unclear. Hence, transgenic MMTV-Erbb2 mice (6 weeks) were orally administered Cd (3.6 mg/L, approximately equal to 19.64 µΜ) for 23 weeks, and BC cells (BT474 cells) were exposed to Cd (0, 0.1, 1 or 10 µΜ) for 72 h to investigate the effect of Cd exposure on EMT in BC cells. Chronic Cd exposure dramatically expedited tumor metastasis to multiple organs; decreased E-cadherin density; and increased Vimentin, N-cadherin, ZEB1, and Twist density in the tumor tissues of MMTV-Erbb2 mice. Notably, transcriptomic analysis of BC tumors revealed cytochrome P450 1B1 (CYP1B1) as a key factor that regulates EMT progression in Cd-treated MMTV-Erbb2 mice. Moreover, Cd increased CYP1B1 expression in MMTV-Erbb2 mouse BC tumors and in BT474 cells, and CYP1B1 inhibition decreased Cd-induced BC cell malignancy and EMT in BT474 cells. Importantly, the promotion of EMT by CYP1B1 in Cd-treated BC cells was presumably controlled by glutamine metabolism. This study offers novel perspectives into the effect of environmental Cd exposure on driving BC progression and metastasis, and this study provides important guidance for comprehensively assessing the ecological and health risks of Cd.


Subject(s)
Cadmium , Neoplasms , Mice , Animals , Cadmium/pharmacology , Cell Line, Tumor , Glutamine/metabolism , Glutamine/pharmacology , Metabolic Reprogramming , Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition , Cadherins/genetics , Cadherins/metabolism , Cadherins/pharmacology
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Mol Ther ; 32(3): 749-765, 2024 Mar 06.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38310356

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Approximately 80%-90% of hepatocellular carcinomas (HCC) occur in a premalignant environment of fibrosis and abnormal extracellular matrix (ECM), highlighting an essential role of ECM in the tumorigenesis and progress of HCC. However, the determinants of ECM in HCC are poorly defined. Here, we show that nuclear receptor RORγ is highly expressed and amplified in HCC tumors. RORγ functions as an essential activator of the matrisome program via directly driving the expression of major ECM genes in HCC cells. Elevated RORγ increases fibronectin-1 deposition, cell-matrix adhesion, and collagen production, creating a favorable microenvironment to boost liver cancer metastasis. Moreover, RORγ antagonists effectively inhibit tumor growth and metastasis in multiple HCC xenografts and immune-intact models, and they effectively sensitize HCC tumors to sorafenib therapy in mice. Notably, elevated RORγ expression is associated with ECM remodeling and metastasis in patients with HCC. Taken together, we identify RORγ as a key player of ECM remodeling in HCC and as an attractive therapeutic target for advanced HCC.


Subject(s)
Carcinoma, Hepatocellular , Liver Neoplasms , Humans , Animals , Mice , Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/pathology , Liver Neoplasms/metabolism , Cell Line, Tumor , Sorafenib , Collagen/metabolism , Tumor Microenvironment
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Aging (Albany NY) ; 16(1): 348-366, 2024 Jan 05.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38189879

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Small Nuclear Ribonucleoprotein Polypeptides B and B1 (SNRPB) have been linked to multiple human cancers. However, the mechanism of SNRPB in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and whether SNRPB has a synergistic effect with sorafenib in the treatment of HCC remain unclear. In this study, bioinformatic analysis found that SNRPB was an independent prognostic factor for HCC that exerted a critical effect on the progression of HCC. SNRPB was linked with immune checkpoints, cell cycle, oxidative stress and ferroptosis in HCC. Single cell sequencing analysis found that HCC cell subset with high expression of SNRPB, accounted for a higher proportion in HCC cells with higher stages, had higher expression levels of the genes which promote cell cycle, inhibit oxidative stress and ferroptosis, and had higher cell cycle score, lower oxidative stress score and ferroptosis score. Single-sample gene set enrichment analysis (ssGSEA) analysis found that 17 oxidative stress pathways and 68 oxidative stress-ferroptosis related genes were significantly correlated with SNRPB risk scores. SNRPB knockdown induced cell cycle G2/M arrest and restrained cell proliferation, while downregulated the expression of CDK1, CDK4, and CyclinB1. The combined treatment (SNRPB knockdown+sorafenib) significantly inhibited tumor growth. In addition, the expression of SLC7A11, which is closely-related to ferroptosis, decreased significantly in vitro and in vivo. Therefore, SNRPB may promote HCC progression by regulating immune checkpoints, cell cycle, oxidative stress and ferroptosis, while its downregulation inhibits cell proliferation, which enhances the therapeutic effect of sorafenib, providing a novel basis for the development of HCC therapies.


Subject(s)
Carcinoma, Hepatocellular , Ferroptosis , Liver Neoplasms , Rectal Neoplasms , Humans , Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/genetics , Sorafenib/pharmacology , Sorafenib/therapeutic use , Apoptosis , Ferroptosis/genetics , Cell Line, Tumor , G2 Phase Cell Cycle Checkpoints , Liver Neoplasms/genetics , snRNP Core Proteins
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Oncol Lett ; 27(1): 33, 2024 Jan.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38108078

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Lysosome-associated membrane protein type 2A (LAMP2A) is a key protein in the chaperone-mediated autophagy (CMA) pathway and has been demonstrated to be involved in the pathogenesis of a number of tumors. However, the role of CMA in colorectal cancer cell proliferation, metastasis and cell survival during oxidative stress and oxaliplatin resistance remains to be elucidated. In the present study, elevated expression of LAMP2A was observed in colon cancer tissues. Then, CMA activity was increased in SW480 and HT29 colorectal cancer cells with a LAMP2A overexpression vector and CMA activity was decreased using a LAMP2A short interfering RNA vector. MTT and colony formation assays showed that the colorectal cancer cell proliferation ability and cell viability following treatment with H2O2 or oxaliplatin were decreased significantly after LAMP2A knockdown and increased significantly after LAMP2A overexpression. Wound healing assays and Transwell invasion assays demonstrated that downregulation of LAMP2A expression inhibited the cell migration and invasion abilities of colorectal cancer and that upregulation of LAMP2A expression promoted cell migration and invasion. Extracellular acidification rate (ECAR) assay and lactate determination assay showed that glycolysis in colorectal cancer cells was significantly downregulated after LAMP2A knockdown and significantly upregulated after LAMP2A overexpression. Inhibition of glycolysis by 2-DG markedly attenuated LAMP2A-induced chemoresistance in colorectal cancer cells. Collectively, these data indicated that CMA can promote colorectal cancer cell proliferation, metastasis and cell survival during oxidative stress and oxaliplatin resistance and that the mechanism is related to the glycolytic pathway, which may provide a new therapeutic target for colorectal cancer patients.

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BMC Public Health ; 23(1): 2556, 2023 12 21.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38129832

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OBJECTIVE: Previous studies proved the effect of long-term exposure to air pollution or physical activity (PA) on the risk of systemic inflammation-induced multimorbidity (SIIM), while the evidence regarding their joint effects was rare, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Therefore, we aimed to examine the extent of interaction or joint relations of PA and air pollution with SIIM. METHODS: This study included 72,172 participants from China Multi-Ethnic Cohort.The average concentrations of ambient particulate matter pollutants (PM1, PM2.5, and PM10) were estimated using satellite-based random forest models. Self-reported information on a range of physical activities related to occupation, housework, commuting, and leisure activities was collected by an interviewer-administered questionnaire. A total of 11 chronic inflammatory systemic diseases were assessed based on self-reported lifetime diagnosis or medical examinations. SIIM was defined as having ≥ 2 chronic diseases related to systemic inflammation. Logistic regression models were used to assess the complex associations of air pollution particulate matter and PA with SIIM. RESULTS: We found positive associations between long-term air pollution particulates exposure and SIIM, with odds ratios (95%CI) of 1.07 (1.03 to 1.11), 1.18 (1.13 to 1.24), and 1.08 (1.05 to 1.12) per 10 µg/m3 increase in PM1, PM2.5, and PM10. No significant multiplicative interaction was found between ambient air pollutant exposure and PA on SIIM, whereas negative additive interaction was observed between long-term exposure to PM2.5 and PA on SIIM. The positive associations between low volume PA and SIIM were stronger among those exposed to high-level air pollution particulates. Compared with individuals engaged in high volume PA and exposed to low-level ambient air pollutants, those engaged in low volume PA and exposed to high-level ambient air pollutants had a higher risk of SIIM (OR = 1.49 in PM1 exposure, OR = 1.84 in PM2.5 exposure, OR = 1.19 in PM10 exposure). CONCLUSIONS: Long-term (3 years average) exposure to PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 was associated with an increased risk of SIIM. The associations were modified by PA, highlighting PA's importance in reducing SIIM for all people, especially those living in high-level air pollution regions.


Subject(s)
Air Pollutants , Air Pollution , Adult , Humans , Cohort Studies , Multimorbidity , Environmental Exposure/adverse effects , Environmental Exposure/analysis , Air Pollution/analysis , Air Pollutants/adverse effects , Air Pollutants/analysis , Particulate Matter/adverse effects , Particulate Matter/analysis , Inflammation/epidemiology , Dust , China/epidemiology , Exercise , Nitrogen Dioxide/analysis
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Cureus ; 15(10): e47574, 2023 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38021786

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Background The poor prognosis of lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) has been confirmed by a large number of studies, so it is necessary to construct a prognosis model. In addition, exosome is closely related to tumors, but there are few studies on exosome-related long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) (ExolncRNA). Methods In this study, we designed a prognostic model, exosome-related lncRNA-based signature (ExoLncSig), using ExolncRNA expression profiles of LUAD patients from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA). ExolncRNAs were identified through univariate and multivariate and Lasso analyses. Subsequently, based on the ExoLncSig, gene ontology (GO), Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analysis, immune function and immunotherapy analysis, drug screening, and so on were performed. Results AC026355.2, AC108136.1, AL590428.1, and LINC01312 were examined to establish the ExoLncSig. Gene enrichment analysis identified potential prognostic markers and therapeutic targets, including human leukocyte antigen (HLA), parainflammation, chemokine receptor (CCR), antigen-presenting cell (APC) co-inhibition, cancer-associated fibroblast (CAF), and myeloid-derived suppressor cell (MDSC). Moreover, we ascertained that the high-risk subgroup exhibits heightened susceptibility to pharmaceutical agents. Conclusion Our findings indicate that ExoLncSig holds promise as a valuable prognostic marker in LUAD. Furthermore, the immunogenic properties of ExolncRNAs may pave the way for the development of a therapeutic vaccine against LUAD.

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Cell Mol Biol (Noisy-le-grand) ; 69(11): 254-259, 2023 Nov 15.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38015511

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The purpose of this study was to detect the changes of P-Glycoprotein (P-GP) expression in rat brain microvessel endothelial cell line RBE4 after the action of Tetramethylpyrazine (TMP) on Carbamazepine (CBZ), so as to clarify the potential mechanism of TMP combined with CBZ against intractable epilepsy drug resistance. The RBE4 cell line was utilized for in vitro analysis. Cells were divided into control, CBZ, and CBZ-TMP group. The expression of P-GP was assessed using Western blot and reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Intracellular concentration of CBZ was measured through high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The differential expression of mRNA was evaluated by RNA sequencing. The intracellular concentration of CBZ in the CBZ-TMP group was significantly higher than that in other groups. The expression of P-GP in the CBZ group was significantly higher than that in the control group, while in the CBZ&TMP group, it was significantly lower than that in the other groups. Comparative analysis also revealed some differentially expressed genes. Compared with the CBZ group, FAM106A, SLC3A2, TENM2, etc. were upregulated most significantly in the CBZ&TMP group. ZBTB10, WDR7, STARD13, etc. were downregulated most significantly. Results suggest that TMP increases the intracellular concentration of CBZ, downregulates the expression of P-GP increased by CBZ, and modulates related cellular metabolism and signaling pathways, thus reversing the drug resistance mechanism of intractable epilepsy, providing a theoretical basis for the combination of traditional Chinese medicine and antiepileptic drugs.


Subject(s)
Drug Resistant Epilepsy , Epilepsy , Animals , Rats , ATP Binding Cassette Transporter, Subfamily B, Member 1/genetics , ATP Binding Cassette Transporter, Subfamily B/genetics , Endothelial Cells , Carbamazepine/pharmacology , Brain
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Opt Lett ; 48(22): 5847-5850, 2023 Nov 15.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37966734

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Wavefront coding (WFC) combines phase mask design and image restoration algorithm to extend the depth of field (DOF) for various applications. However, discrete design limits finding globally optimal solutions, increasing the complexity of system design, and affecting the accuracy and robustness of image restoration. An end-to-end imaging system design has emerged to break through these limitations by integrating optical design and image processing algorithms. In this study, we propose an algorithm that synchronously optimizes the optical elements and decoding algorithm in WFC using ray-tracing simulation. We also derive formulas for the optical layer's forward and backward propagation for joint optimization of the optical layer and decoding algorithm. Experimental verification demonstrates the algorithm's effectiveness in optimizing the WFC system and offers improved performance under a unified design framework.

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bioRxiv ; 2023 Oct 02.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37873189

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Adaptive immune resistance (AIR) is a protective process used by cancer to escape elimination by CD8+ T cells. Inhibition of immune checkpoints PD-1 and CTLA-4 specifically target Interferon-gamma (IFNγ)-driven AIR. AIR begins at the plasma membrane where tumor cell-intrinsic cytokine signaling is initiated. Thus, plasma membrane remodeling by endomembrane trafficking could regulate AIR. Herein we report that the trafficking protein ADP-Ribosylation Factor 6 (ARF6) is critical for IFNγ-driven AIR. ARF6 prevents transport of the receptor to the lysosome, augmenting IFNγR expression, tumor intrinsic IFNγ signaling and downstream expression of immunosuppressive genes. In murine melanoma, loss of ARF6 causes resistance to immune checkpoint blockade (ICB). Likewise, low expression of ARF6 in patient tumors correlates with inferior outcomes with ICB. Our data provide new mechanistic insights into tumor immune escape, defined by ARF6-dependent AIR, and support that ARF6-dependent endomembrane trafficking of the IFNγ receptor influences outcomes of ICB.

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Chem Commun (Camb) ; 59(75): 11240-11243, 2023 Sep 19.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37656125

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A highly stable thiazole functionalized covalent triazine framework, namely CTF-BT-500, was developed for C2H6/C2H4 separation, which exhibits a record-high ethane uptake (99.7 cm3 g-1) among all reported COFs at 298 K and 1 bar. This work not only presents an excellent C2H6-selective adsorbent, but also provides guidance for the construction of robust adsorbents for value-added gas purification.

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Front Microbiol ; 14: 1207482, 2023.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37577418

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Bats have a very long evolutionary history and are highly differentiated in their physiological functions. Results of recent studies suggest effects of some host factors (e.g., phylogeny and dietary habit) on their gut microbiota. In this study, we examined the gut microbial compositions of 18 different species of bats. Results showed that Firmicutes, Gammaproteobacteria, and Actinobacteria were dominant in all fecal samples of bats. However, the difference in the diversity of gut microbiota among bats of different phylogenies was notable (p = 0.06). Various species of Firmicutes, Actinobacteria, and Gammaproteobacteria were found to contribute to the majority of variations in gut microbiota of all bats examined, and Aeromonas species were much more abundant in bats that feed on both insects and fish than in those of insectivores. The abundance of various species of Clostridium, Euryarchaeota, and ancient bacterial phyla was found to vary among bats of different phylogenies, and various species of Vibrio varied significantly among bats with different dietary habits. No significant difference in the number of genes involved in various metabolic pathways was detected among bats of different phylogenies, but the abundance of genes involved in 5 metabolic pathways, including transcription; replication, recombination, and repair; amino acid transport and metabolism; and signal transduction mechanisms, was different among bats with different dietary habits. The abundance of genes in 3 metabolic pathways, including those involved in stilbenoid, diarylheptanoid, and gingerol biosynthesis, was found to be different between insectivorous bats and bats that feed on both insects and fish. Results of this study suggest a weak association between dietary habit and gut microbiota in most bats but a notable difference in gut microbiota among bats of different phylogenies.

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Micromachines (Basel) ; 14(8)2023 Aug 04.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37630094

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An improper Z-increment in laser solid forming can result in fluctuations in the off-focus amount during the manufacturing procedure, thereby exerting an influence on the precision and quality of the fabricated component. To solve this problem, this study proposes a closed-loop control system for a Z-increment based on machine vision monitoring. Real-time monitoring of the precise cladding height is accomplished by constructing a paraxial monitoring system, utilizing edge detection technology and an inverse perspective transformation model. This system enables the continuous assessment of the cladding height, which serves as a control signal for the regulation of the Z-increments in real-time. This ensures the maintenance of a constant off-focus amount throughout the manufacturing process. The experimental findings indicate that the proposed approach yields a maximum relative error of 1.664% in determining the cladding layer height, thereby enabling accurate detection of this parameter. Moreover, the real-time adjustment of the Z-increment quantities results in reduced standard deviations of individual cladding layer heights, and the height of the cladding layer increases. This proactive adjustment significantly enhances the stability of the manufacturing process and improves the utilization of powder material. This study can, therefore, provide effective guidance for process control and product optimization in laser solid forming.

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Sensors (Basel) ; 23(14)2023 Jul 10.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37514577

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Existing diagnosis methods for bearing faults often neglect the temporal correlation of signals, resulting in easy loss of crucial information. Moreover, these methods struggle to adapt to complex working conditions for bearing fault feature extraction. To address these issues, this paper proposes an intelligent diagnosis method for compound faults in metro traction motor bearings. This method combines multisignal fusion, Markov transition field (MTF), and an optimized deep residual network (ResNet) to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of diagnosis in the presence of complex working conditions. At the outset, the acquired vibration and acoustic emission signals are encoded into two-dimensional color feature images with temporal relevance by Markov transition field. Subsequently, the image features are extracted and fused into a set of comprehensive feature images with the aid of the image fusion framework based on a convolutional neural network (IFCNN). Afterwards, samples representing different fault types are presented as inputs to the optimized ResNet model during the training phase. Through this process, the model's ability to achieve intelligent diagnosis of compound faults in variable working conditions is realized. The results of the experimental analysis verify that the proposed method can effectively extract comprehensive fault features while working in complex conditions, enhancing the efficiency of the detection process and achieving a high accuracy rate for the diagnosis of compound faults.

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J Med Chem ; 66(12): 8086-8102, 2023 06 22.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37268593

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Protein lysine methyltransferases G9a and GLP, which catalyze mono- and di-methylation of histone H3K9 and nonhistone proteins, play important roles in diverse cellular processes. Overexpression or dysregulation of G9a and GLP has been identified in various types of cancer. Here, we report the discovery of a highly potent and selective covalent inhibitor 27 of G9a/GLP via the structure-based drug design approach following structure-activity relationship exploration and cellular potency optimization. Mass spectrometry assays and washout experiments confirmed its covalent inhibition mechanism. Compound 27 displayed improved potency in inhibiting the proliferation and colony formation of PANC-1 and MDA-MB-231 cell lines and exhibited enhanced potency in reducing the levels of H3K9me2 in cells compared to noncovalent inhibitor 26. In vivo, 27 showed significant antitumor efficacy in the PANC-1 xenograft model with good safety. These results clearly indicate that 27 is a highly potent and selective covalent inhibitor of G9a/GLP.


Subject(s)
Enzyme Inhibitors , Lysine , Humans , Enzyme Inhibitors/pharmacology , Enzyme Inhibitors/therapeutic use , Enzyme Inhibitors/chemistry , Histones/metabolism , Structure-Activity Relationship , Histone-Lysine N-Methyltransferase
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Cancer Biol Ther ; 24(1): 2223375, 2023 12 31.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37337460

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Molecular mechanisms behind potentially inferior prognosis of old cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) patients are unclear. Prevalence of interventional targets and the difference between young and old CCA patients are valuable for promising precision medicine. A total of 188 CCA patients with baseline tumor tissue samples were subgrouped into the young (≤45 years) and old (>45 years) sub-cohorts. Somatic and germline mutation profiles, differentially enriched genetic alterations, and actionable genetic alterations were compared. An external dataset was used for the validation of molecular features and the comparison of overall survival (OS). Compared to young patients, KRAS alterations were more common in old patients (P = .04), while FGFR2 fusions were less frequent (P = .05). TERT promoter mutations were exclusively detected in old patients. The external dataset (N = 392) revealed no significant difference in OS between young and old patients; however, old patient-enriched KRAS (hazard ratio [HR]: 1.96, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.37-2.80) and TERT alterations (HR: 2.03, 95% CI: 1.22-3.38) were associated with inferior OS. Approximately 38.3% of patients were identified of actionable oncogenic mutations indicative of a potential response to targeted therapy or immunotherapy. Actionable FGFR2 fusions (P = .01) and BRAFV600E (P = .04) mutations were more frequent in young females than old patients. The enrichment of KRAS/TERT alterations in CCA patients over 45 years resulted in inferior OS. Approximately one-third of CCA patients were eligible for targeted therapy or immunotherapy given the actionable mutations carried, especially young females.


Subject(s)
Bile Duct Neoplasms , Cholangiocarcinoma , Female , Humans , Proto-Oncogene Proteins p21(ras)/genetics , Cholangiocarcinoma/genetics , Cholangiocarcinoma/therapy , Prognosis , Bile Ducts, Intrahepatic/pathology , Bile Duct Neoplasms/genetics , Bile Duct Neoplasms/therapy , Genomics , Mutation
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