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Psychiatry Res ; 337: 115935, 2024 Apr 30.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38718555

ABSTRACT

Violent offending committed by people with schizophrenia has been a public concern. The present study aims to examine the incidence of violent offending among people with schizophrenia and its correlations with mental health resources and economic factors. In this study, an examination of violent offending by people with schizophrenia and those identified as not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder (NCRMD) between 2010 and 2019 in China's Hunan province was undertaken. Principal component analysis (PCA) and regression analyses were used to explore the association of violent offending in people with schizophrenia and those identified as NCRMD with violent offending in the general population, mental health medical resources, and provincial GDP. Between 2010 and 2019, a total of 2,093 people with schizophrenia committed violent offending in Hunan province, including 1,374 (65.6%) cases identified as NCRMD. Over the period, the incidence of violent offending in people with schizophrenia and those identified as NCRMD has been decreasing. The incidences were positively correlated with the incidence of violent offending in the general population and negatively associated with mental health resources and provincial GDP. These findings may be valuable in helping to develop strategies for violence prevention and risk management for people with schizophrenia.

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Angew Chem Int Ed Engl ; : e202405924, 2024 May 04.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38703400

ABSTRACT

Natural membrane receptors are proteins that can report on changes in the concentration of external chemical messengers. Messenger binding to a receptor produces conformational changes that are relayed through the membrane into the cell; this information allows cells to adapt to changes in their environment. Artificial membrane receptors (R)-1 and (S)-1 are helical α-aminoisobutyric acid (Aib) foldamers that replicate key parts of this information relay. Solution-phase 19F NMR spectroscopy of zinc(II)-capped receptor 1, either in organic solvent or in membrane-mimetic micelles, showed messenger binding produced an enrichment of either left- or right-handed screw-sense; the chirality of the bound messenger was relayed to the other receptor terminus. Furthermore, in situ production of a chemical messenger in the external aqueous environment could be detected in real-time by a racemic mixture of receptor 1 in micelles. The hydrolysis of insoluble anhydrides produced carboxylate in the aqueous phase, which bound to the receptors and gave a distinct 19F NMR output from inside the hydrophobic region of the micelles.

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Sci Data ; 11(1): 492, 2024 May 14.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38744849

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Surface ozone is an important air pollutant detrimental to human health and vegetation productivity, particularly in China. However, high resolution surface ozone concentration data is still lacking, largely hindering accurate assessment of associated environmental impacts. Here, we collected hourly ground ozone observations (over 6 million records), remote sensing products, meteorological data, and social-economic information, and applied recurrent neural networks to map hourly surface ozone data (HrSOD) at a 0.1° × 0.1° resolution across China during 2015-2020. The coefficient of determination (R2) values in sample-based, site-based, and by-year cross-validations were 0.72, 0.65 and 0.71, respectively, with the root mean square error (RMSE) values being 11.71 ppb (mean = 30.89 ppb), 12.81 ppb (mean = 30.96 ppb) and 11.14 ppb (mean = 31.26 ppb). Moreover, it exhibits high spatiotemporal consistency with ground-level observations at different time scales (diurnal, seasonal, annual), and at various spatial levels (individual sites and regional scales). Meanwhile, the HrSOD provides critical information for fine-resolution assessment of surface ozone impacts on environmental and human benefits.

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J Hazard Mater ; 473: 134629, 2024 May 15.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38762987

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Given the necessity and urgency in removing organic pollutants such as malachite green (MG) from the environment, it is vital to screen high-capacity adsorbents using artificial neural network (ANN) methods quickly and accurately. In this study, a series of ZIF-67 were synthesized, which adsorption properties for organic pollutants, especially MG, were systematically evaluated and determined as 241.720 mg g-1 (25 â„ƒ, 2 h). The adsorption process was more consistent with pseudo-second-order kinetics and Langmuir adsorption isotherm, which correlation coefficients were 0.995 and 0.997, respectively. The chemisorption mechanism was considered to be π-π stacking interaction between imidazole and aromatic ring. Then, a Python-based neural network model using the Limited-memory BFGS algorithm was constructed by collecting the crucial structural parameters of ZIF-67 and the experimental data of batch adsorption. The model, optimized extensively, outperformed similar Matlab-based ANN with a coefficient of determination of 0.9882 and mean square error of 0.0009 in predicting ZIF-67 adsorption of MG. Furthermore, the model demonstrated a good generalization ability in the predictive training of other organic pollutants. In brief, ANN was successfully separated from the Matlab platform, providing a robust framework for high-precision prediction of organic pollutants and guiding the synthesis of adsorbents.

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FASEB J ; 38(7): e23611, 2024 Apr 15.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38597925

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Mutations in the Paraoxonase 1 (Pon1) gene underlie aging, cardiovascular disease, and impairments of the nervous and gastrointestinal systems and are linked to the intestinal microbiome. The potential role of Pon1 in modulating the intestinal microbiota and serum metabolites is poorly understood. The present study demonstrated that mice with genomic excision of Pon1 by a multiplexed guide RNA CRISPR/Cas9 approach exhibited disrupted gut microbiota, such as significantly depressed alpha-diversity and distinctly separated beta diversity, accompanied by varied profiles of circulating metabolites. Furthermore, genomic knock in of Pon1 exerted a distinct effect on the intestinal microbiome and serum metabolome, including dramatically enriched Aerococcus, linoleic acid and depleted Bacillus, indolelactic acid. Specifically, a strong correlation was established between bacterial alterations and metabolites in Pon1 knockout mice. In addition, we identified metabolites related to gut bacteria in response to Pon1 knock in. Thus, the deletion of Pon1 affects the gut microbiome and functionally modifies serum metabolism, which can lead to dysbiosis, metabolic dysfunction, and infection risk. Together, these findings put forth a role for Pon1 in microbial alterations that contribute to metabolism variations. The function of Pon1 in diseases might at least partially depend on the microbiome.


Subject(s)
Gastrointestinal Microbiome , Microbiota , Animals , Mice , Gastrointestinal Microbiome/genetics , RNA, Guide, CRISPR-Cas Systems , Disease Models, Animal , Aryldialkylphosphatase/genetics , Mice, Knockout
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Signal Transduct Target Ther ; 9(1): 98, 2024 Apr 12.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38609366

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Evidence suggests associations between COVID-19 patients or vaccines and glycometabolic dysfunction and an even higher risk of the occurrence of diabetes. Herein, we retrospectively analyzed pancreatic lesions in autopsy tissues from 67 SARS-CoV-2 infected non-human primates (NHPs) models and 121 vaccinated and infected NHPs from 2020 to 2023 and COVID-19 patients. Multi-label immunofluorescence revealed direct infection of both exocrine and endocrine pancreatic cells by the virus in NHPs and humans. Minor and limited phenotypic and histopathological changes were observed in adult models. Systemic proteomics and metabolomics results indicated metabolic disorders, mainly enriched in insulin resistance pathways, in infected adult NHPs, along with elevated fasting C-peptide and C-peptide/glucose ratio levels. Furthermore, in elder COVID-19 NHPs, SARS-CoV-2 infection causes loss of beta (ß) cells and lower expressed-insulin in situ characterized by islet amyloidosis and necrosis, activation of α-SMA and aggravated fibrosis consisting of lower collagen in serum, an increase of pancreatic inflammation and stress markers, ICAM-1 and G3BP1, along with more severe glycometabolic dysfunction. In contrast, vaccination maintained glucose homeostasis by activating insulin receptor α and insulin receptor ß. Overall, the cumulative risk of diabetes post-COVID-19 is closely tied to age, suggesting more attention should be paid to blood sugar management in elderly COVID-19 patients.


Subject(s)
COVID-19 , Diabetes Mellitus , Adult , Animals , Humans , Aged , SARS-CoV-2 , Receptor, Insulin , C-Peptide , DNA Helicases , Retrospective Studies , Poly-ADP-Ribose Binding Proteins , RNA Helicases , RNA Recognition Motif Proteins , Glucose
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Biochem Pharmacol ; 223: 116193, 2024 May.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38582268

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Ovarian aging leads to infertility and birth defects. We aimed to clarify the role of Indole-3-carbinol (I3C) in resistance to oxidative stress, apoptosis, and fibrosis in ovarian aging. I3C was administered via intraperitoneal injection for 3 weeks in young or old mice. Immunohistochemistry; Masson, Sirius red, and TUNEL staining; follicle counting; estrous cycle analysis; and Western blotting were used for validating the protective effect of I3C against ovarian senescence. Human granulosa-like tumor cell line and primary granulosa cells were used for in vitro assay. The results indicated that I3C inhibited ovarian fibrosis and apoptosis while increasing the number of primordial follicles. Mechanistic studies have shown that I3C promoted the nuclear translocation of nuclear factor-erythroid 2-related factor (Nrf2) and upregulated the expression of heme oxygenase 1 (HO-1). Additionally, I3C increased cell viability and decreased lactate dehydrogenase, malondialdehyde, reactive oxygen species and JC-1 levels. Furthermore, the antioxidant effect of I3C was found to be dependent on the activation of Nrf2 and HO-1, as demonstrated by the disappearance of the effect upon inhibition of Nrf2 expression. In conclusion, I3C can alleviate the ovarian damage caused by aging and may be a protective agent to delay ovarian aging.


Subject(s)
Heme Oxygenase-1 , Indoles , NF-E2-Related Factor 2 , Mice , Female , Humans , Animals , NF-E2-Related Factor 2/metabolism , Heme Oxygenase-1/metabolism , Oxidative Stress , Fibrosis , Apoptosis
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BMC Pulm Med ; 24(1): 183, 2024 Apr 17.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38632576

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BACKGROUND: Despite being a prognostic predictor, cardiac autonomic dysfunction (AD) has not been well investigated in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). We aimed to characterise computed tomography (CT), spirometry, and cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) features of COPD patients with cardiac AD and the association of AD with CT-derived vascular and CPET-derived ventilatory efficiency metrics. METHODS: This observational cohort study included stable, non-severe COPD patients. They underwent clinical evaluation, spirometry, CPET, and CT. Cardiac AD was determined based on abnormal heart rate responses to exercise, including chronotropic incompetence (CI) or delayed heart rate recovery (HRR) during CPET. RESULTS: We included 49 patients with FEV1 of 1.2-5.0 L (51.1-129.7%), 24 (49%) had CI, and 15 (31%) had delayed HRR. According to multivariate analyses, CI was independently related to reduced vascular volume (VV; VV ≤ median; OR [95% CI], 7.26 [1.56-33.91]) and low ventilatory efficiency (nadir VE/VCO2 ≥ median; OR [95% CI], 10.67 [2.23-51.05]). Similar results were observed for delayed HRR (VV ≤ median; OR [95% CI], 11.46 [2.03-64.89], nadir VE/VCO2 ≥ median; OR [95% CI], 6.36 [1.18-34.42]). CONCLUSIONS: Cardiac AD is associated with impaired pulmonary vascular volume and ventilatory efficiency. This suggests that lung blood perfusion abnormalities may occur in these patients. Further confirmation is required in a large population-based cohort.


Subject(s)
Lung Diseases , Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive , Humans , Heart Rate/physiology , Lung Diseases/complications , Exercise Test/methods , Spirometry , Exercise Tolerance/physiology
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World J Surg ; 48(2): 446-455, 2024 Feb.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38686786

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BACKGROUND: The diseased bile duct in bilobar congenital biliary dilatation is extensive and often requires major hepatectomy or liver transplantation associated with a higher risk. We aimed to evaluate the safety and benefit of modified mesohepatectomy, in comparison with trisectionectomy, to treat bilobar congenital biliary dilatation. METHODS: This study included 28 patients with type IV and V bilobar congenital biliary dilatation. An innovative mesohepatectomy comprising the hepatectomy technique beyond the P/U point and bile duct shaping was applied to 14 patients to address the extensively diseased bile duct and difficulty in hepaticojejunostomy. Another 14 patients received trisectionectomy. The perioperative and long-term outcomes of these patients were compared. RESULTS: The ratio of residual liver volume to standard liver volume in the mesohepatectomy group was higher (78.68% vs. 40.90%, p = 0.005), while the resection rate of the liver parenchyma was lower (28.25% vs. 63.97%, p = 0.000), than that in trisectionectomy group. The mesohepatectomy group had a lower severe complication (>Clavein III, 0% vs. 57.70%, p = 0.019) and incidence of posthepatectomy liver failure (7.14% vs. 42.86%, p = 0.038). No significant difference was observed in blood loss and bile leakage (p > 0.05). All the patients in the mesohepatectomy group achieved optimal results in the long-term follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: mesohepatectomy provides an efficient treatment option for bilobar congenital biliary dilatation and can achieve radical resection, retain more liver parenchyma, and reduce the difficulty of hepaticojejunostomy, especially for patients that are not eligible for major hepatectomy and liver transplantation.


Subject(s)
Hepatectomy , Humans , Hepatectomy/methods , Male , Female , Treatment Outcome , Retrospective Studies , Dilatation, Pathologic/surgery , Infant , Postoperative Complications/epidemiology , Postoperative Complications/etiology , Child, Preschool
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Cells ; 13(8)2024 Apr 14.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38667293

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Chitinase 3-like 1 (also known as CHI3L1 or YKL-40) is a mammalian chitinase that has no enzymatic activity, but has the ability to bind to chitin, the polymer of N-acetylglucosamine (GlcNAc). Chitin is a component of fungi, crustaceans, arthropods including insects and mites, and parasites, but it is completely absent from mammals, including humans and mice. In general, chitin-containing organisms produce mammalian chitinases, such as CHI3L1, to protect the body from exogenous pathogens as well as hostile environments, and it was thought that it had a similar effect in mammals. However, recent studies have revealed that CHI3L1 plays a pathophysiological role by inducing anti-apoptotic activity in epithelial cells and macrophages. Under chronic inflammatory conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, many groups already confirmed that the expression of CHI3L1 is significantly induced on the apical side of epithelial cells, and activates many downstream pathways involved in inflammation and carcinogenesis. In this review article, we summarize the expression of CHI3L1 under chronic inflammatory conditions in various disorders and discuss the potential roles of CHI3L1 in those disorders on various cell types.


Subject(s)
Chitinase-3-Like Protein 1 , Inflammation , Humans , Chitinase-3-Like Protein 1/metabolism , Animals , Inflammation/pathology , Inflammation/metabolism , Chronic Disease
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J Virol ; 98(5): e0001624, 2024 May 14.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38563732

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Tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated factor family member-associated NF-κB activator-binding kinase 1 (TBK1) plays a key role in the induction of the type 1 interferon (IFN-I) response, which is an important component of innate antiviral defense. Viruses target calcium (Ca2+) signaling networks, which participate in the regulation of the viral life cycle, as well as mediate the host antiviral response. Although many studies have focused on the role of Ca2+ signaling in the regulation of IFN-I, the relationship between Ca2+ and TBK1 in different infection models requires further elucidation. Here, we examined the effects of the Newcastle disease virus (NDV)-induced increase in intracellular Ca2+ levels on the suppression of host antiviral responses. We demonstrated that intracellular Ca2+ increased significantly during NDV infection, leading to impaired IFN-I production and antiviral immunity through the activation of calcineurin (CaN). Depletion of Ca²+ was found to lead to a significant increase in virus-induced IFN-I production resulting in the inhibition of viral replication. Mechanistically, the accumulation of Ca2+ in response to viral infection increases the phosphatase activity of CaN, which in turn dephosphorylates and inactivates TBK1 in a Ca2+-dependent manner. Furthermore, the inhibition of CaN on viral replication was counteracted in TBK1 knockout cells. Together, our data demonstrate that NDV hijacks Ca2+ signaling networks to negatively regulate innate immunity via the CaN-TBK1 signaling axis. Thus, our findings not only identify the mechanism by which viruses exploit Ca2+ signaling to evade the host antiviral response but also, more importantly, highlight the potential role of Ca2+ homeostasis in the viral innate immune response.IMPORTANCEViral infections disrupt intracellular Ca2+ homeostasis, which affects the regulation of various host processes to create conditions that are conducive for their own proliferation, including the host immune response. The mechanism by which viruses trigger TBK1 activation and IFN-I induction through viral pathogen-associated molecular patterns has been well defined. However, the effects of virus-mediated Ca2+ imbalance on the IFN-I pathway requires further elucidation, especially with respect to TBK1 activation. Herein, we report that NDV infection causes an increase in intracellular free Ca2+ that leads to activation of the serine/threonine phosphatase CaN, which subsequently dephosphorylates TBK1 and negatively regulates IFN-I production. Furthermore, depletion of Ca2+ or inhibition of CaN activity exerts antiviral effects by promoting the production of IFN-I and inhibiting viral replication. Thus, our results reveal the potential role of Ca2+ in the innate immune response to viruses and provide a theoretical reference for the treatment of viral infectious diseases.


Subject(s)
Calcineurin , Calcium , Immunity, Innate , Interferon Type I , Newcastle disease virus , Protein Serine-Threonine Kinases , Virus Replication , Protein Serine-Threonine Kinases/metabolism , Protein Serine-Threonine Kinases/genetics , Newcastle disease virus/immunology , Animals , Calcineurin/metabolism , Humans , Calcium/metabolism , Interferon Type I/metabolism , Interferon Type I/immunology , Phosphorylation , Newcastle Disease/immunology , Newcastle Disease/virology , Newcastle Disease/metabolism , Calcium Signaling , Cell Line , HEK293 Cells
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Org Lett ; 26(18): 3844-3849, 2024 May 10.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38662793

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The catalytic asymmetric [3 + 2] cycloaddition of racemic norcaradienes with quinones to construct multicyclic hydrodibenzofurans was achieved by the use of chiral N,N'-dioxide/metal complex catalysts. Kinetic resolution of norcaradienes accompanied by partial racemization occurred, and one enantiomer in prior acted as the C2 synthon to participate in diastereoselective cycloaddition. An enantiodivergent synthesis via a switch of metal ions was observed when naphthoquinone was used as the partner. DFT calculations revealed the profiles of the cycloaddition processes.

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iScience ; 27(5): 109698, 2024 May 17.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38655198

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Mounting evidence supports the role of neuroinflammation in radiation-induced brain injury (RIBI), a chronic disease characterized by delayed and progressive neurological impairment. Asparagine endopeptidase (AEP), also known as legumain (LGMN), participates in multiple malignancies and neurodegenerative diseases and may potentially be involved in RIBI. Here, we found AEP expression was substantially elevated in the cortex and hippocampus of wild-type (Lgmn+/+) mice following whole-brain irradiation. Lgmn knockout (Lgmn-/-) alleviated neurological impairment caused by whole-brain irradiation by suppressing neuronal senescence. Bulk RNA and metabolomic sequencing revealed AEP's involvement in the antigen processing and presentation pathway and neuroinflammation. This was further confirmed by co-culturing Lgmn+/+ primary neurons with the conditioned media derived from irradiated Lgmn+/+ or Lgmn-/- primary microglia. Furthermore, esomeprazole inhibited the enzymatic activity of AEP and RIBI. These findings identified AEP as a critical factor of neuroinflammation in RIBI, highlighting the prospect of targeting AEP as a therapeutic approach.

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Glob Chang Biol ; 30(3): e17224, 2024 Mar.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38459661

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Wood density is a fundamental property related to tree biomechanics and hydraulic function while playing a crucial role in assessing vegetation carbon stocks by linking volumetric retrieval and a mass estimate. This study provides a high-resolution map of the global distribution of tree wood density at the 0.01° (~1 km) spatial resolution, derived from four decision trees machine learning models using a global database of 28,822 tree-level wood density measurements. An ensemble of four top-performing models combined with eight cross-validation strategies shows great consistency, providing wood density patterns with pronounced spatial heterogeneity. The global pattern shows lower wood density values in northern and northwestern Europe, Canadian forest regions and slightly higher values in Siberia forests, western United States, and southern China. In contrast, tropical regions, especially wet tropical areas, exhibit high wood density. Climatic predictors explain 49%-63% of spatial variations, followed by vegetation characteristics (25%-31%) and edaphic properties (11%-16%). Notably, leaf type (evergreen vs. deciduous) and leaf habit type (broadleaved vs. needleleaved) are the most dominant individual features among all selected predictive covariates. Wood density tends to be higher for angiosperm broadleaf trees compared to gymnosperm needleleaf trees, particularly for evergreen species. The distributions of wood density categorized by leaf types and leaf habit types have good agreement with the features observed in wood density measurements. This global map quantifying wood density distribution can help improve accurate predictions of forest carbon stocks, providing deeper insights into ecosystem functioning and carbon cycling such as forest vulnerability to hydraulic and thermal stresses in the context of future climate change.


Subject(s)
Ecosystem , Wood , Canada , Forests , Plant Leaves , Carbon
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Transl Cancer Res ; 13(2): 1150-1165, 2024 Feb 29.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38482428

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Background and Objective: The application of immunotherapy, especially in terms of recombinant monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), is a revolution in the pharmaceutical industry field. Glycosylation plays an essential role in the structures and functions of mAbs, which must be carefully monitored and designed throughout their entire lifespan to ensure safety and efficacy. This review aimed to summarize the current status of the glycoengineering of mAbs for providing reference for the pharmaceutical industry. The application of glycoengineering of mAbs in cancer therapy will also be discussed in this article. Methods: We searched the PubMed/MEDLINE database to identify studies published between 1970 and 2023 that investigated glycoengineering of recombinant mAbs and its applications. The major findings of these studies were summarized. Key Content and Findings: This article reviews the relationship between glycosylation profiles and antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC), complement-dependent cytotoxicity (CDC), shelf-life, and other properties of mAbs. Furthermore, the rational design of glycosylation profiles provides solutions to the unmet needs of new drug development and biosimilar manufacturers. This review also emphatically describes various feasible strategies to optimize the glycosylation pattern in biomanufacturing reported in recent years, especially the approaches of combinatory glycoengineering explored in this field. Finally, we share examples of glycoengineering of mAbs applied in cancer therapy. Conclusions: Glycan modifications have been achieved through genetic and metabolic glycoengineering. A better understanding of the interplay between cells and the exogenous environment help the combinatorial strategy for glycoengineering in precise control mode. Furthermore, new high-tech approaches for glycoengineering are leading biological engineering and biotherapeutics to a new stage.

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Front Med (Lausanne) ; 11: 1361053, 2024.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38523907

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Despite considerable evidence for the benefit in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is insufficient. However, music therapy may help address this gap due to its unique benefits. Therefore, we aimed to develop a music-therapy facilitated pulmonary telerehabilitation program based on rhythm-guided walking, singing, and objective telemonitoring. A supervised, parallel-group, single-blinded, randomized controlled clinical trial will be conducted, including 75 patients with COPD anticipated to be randomized in a 1:1:1 ratio into three groups. The intervention groups will receive a 12-week remotely monitored rehabilitation program, while the usual care group will not receive any rehabilitation interventions. Of the two intervention groups, the multi-module music therapy group will contain rhythm-guided walking and singing training, while the rhythm-guided walking group will only include music tempo-guided walking. The primary outcome is the distance of the incremental shuttle walking test. Secondary outcomes include respiratory muscle function, spirometry, lower extremity function, symptoms, quality of life, anxiety and depression levels, physical activity level, training adherence, and safety measurements. The results of this study can contribute to develop and evaluate a home-based music-facilitated rehabilitation program, which has the potential to act as a supplement and/or substitute (according to the needs) for traditional center-based PR in patients with stable COPD. Clinical trial registration: https://classic.clinicaltrials.gov/, NCT05832814.

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Sensors (Basel) ; 24(6)2024 Mar 07.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38544002

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Ofloxacin (OFL) is widely used in animal husbandry and aquaculture due to its low price and broad spectrum of bacterial inhibition, etc. However, it is difficult to degrade and is retained in animal-derived food products, which are hazardous to human health. In this study, a simple and efficient method was developed for the detection of OFL residues in meat products. OFL coupled with amino magnetic beads by an amination reaction was used as a stationary phase. Aptamer AWO-06, which showed high affinity and specificity for OFL, was screened using the exponential enrichment (SELEX) technique. A fluorescent biosensor was developed by using AWO-06 as a probe and graphene oxide (GO) as a quencher. The OFL detection results could be obtained within 6 min. The linear range was observed in the range of 10-300 nM of the OFL concentration, and the limit of the detection of the sensor was 0.61 nM. Furthermore, the biosensor was stored at room temperature for more than 2 months, and its performance did not change. The developed biosensor in this study is easy to operate and rapid in response, and it is suitable for on-site detection. This study provided a novel method for the detection of OFL residues in meat products.


Subject(s)
Aptamers, Nucleotide , Biosensing Techniques , Meat Products , Animals , Humans , Ofloxacin/chemistry , Allergens , Aptamers, Nucleotide/chemistry , Immunomagnetic Separation , Biosensing Techniques/methods , SELEX Aptamer Technique/methods
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J Am Chem Soc ; 146(13): 9012-9025, 2024 Apr 03.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38516778

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The development of efficient and stable catalysts for hydrogen production from electrolytic water in a wide pH range is of great significance in alleviating the energy crisis. Herein, Pt nanoparticles (NPs) anchored on the vacancy of high entropy rare earth oxides (HEREOs) were prepared for the first time for highly efficient hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The prepared Pt-(LaCeSmYErGdYb)O showed excellent electrochemical performances, which require only 12, 57, and 77 mV to achieve a current density of 100 mA cm-2 in 0.5 M H2SO4, 1.0 M KOH, and 1.0 M PBS environments, respectively. In addition, Pt-(LaCeSmYErGdYb)O has successfully worked at 400 mA cm-2 @ 60 °C for 100 h in 0.5 M H2SO4, presenting the high mass activity of 37.7 A mg-1Pt and turnover frequency (TOF) value of 38.2 s-1 @ 12 mV, which is far superior to the recently reported hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) catalysts. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations have revealed that the interactions between Pt and HEREO have optimized the electronic structures for electron transfer and the binding strength of intermediates. This further leads to optimized proton binding and water dissociation, supporting the highly efficient and robust HER performances in different environments. This work provides a new idea for the design of efficient RE-based electrocatalysts.

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Foods ; 13(6)2024 Mar 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38540931

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Enrofloxacin (ENR) is widely used as a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic for disease control in aquatic animals. ENR aptamers were screened in this study using the magnetic bead-SELEX method, and a graphene oxide fluorescent sensor was developed to detect the ENR residues in aquatic products. Firstly, ENR was conjugated to amino magnetic beads by amidation reaction, and then the aptamer sequences showing high affinity to ENR were screened step by step by using the SELEX screening method. Finally, after 10 rounds of SELEX screening, six candidate aptamers with high affinity were obtained. Among these, ENR-Apt 6 was selected based on its secondary structure features, high affinity (Kd = 35.08 nM), and high specificity to ENR. Furthermore, a fluorescent sensor was prepared using graphene oxide and ENR-Apt 6. The results showed that the linear range of the sensor could reach 600 nM (R2 = 0.986), while its optimal linear range was 1-400 nM (R2 = 0.991), with the lowest detection limit of 14.72 nM. The prepared sensor was successfully used for the detection of ENR in real samples, with a recovery range of 83.676-114.992% and a relative standard deviation < 10% for most of the samples.

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