Journal of Advanced Research
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2025
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Yuepeng Yin,Mengfan Jia,Ping Li,Kaiwen Zhu,Min Nie,Xin Tang,Liqin He,Ting Li,Zhihong Guo,Zhigao Zhou,Lirong Li,Taolin Zhang,Xingxiang Wang,Changfeng Ding
Introduction Traditionally, Silicon (Si) fertilizers are applied externally to the soil or sprayed on the leaves to reduce rice’s arsenic (As) accumulation. However, in practical agricultural production, the economic benefits of lowering As in rice grains often fail to outweigh the production costs. Objectives This study investigated an innovative technology—Si-rich seedlings (endogenous Si)—that is simple to implement, cost-effective, and highly effective in reducing As accumulation in rice grains. Methods The effects of exogenous and endogenous Si supplementation on As dynamics in rice were investigated in hydroponics in field experiments. Results Both methods significantly reduced As accumulation in the rice grains (22.23 % and 17.70 %, respectively). There was no significant difference in the treatment effects. However, endogenous Si supplementation demonstrated a significantly lower cost per unit of As reduction (88.61 % decrease), and it was easier to implement when compared with exogenous Si supplementation. The main processes by which various Si treatment techniques decrease As accumulation in rice differed, even though Si was crucial to As absorption in rice through a combination of mechanisms, such as gene regulation, iron plaque inhibition, and node I sequestration. The fundamental mechanism was Si/As antagonism, which regulated Si absorption through gene regulation in both methods. Interestingly, the exogenous Si treatment improved the barrier function of the root surface iron plaque against As. At the same time, laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) demonstrated that endogenous Si had a more pronounced impact on rice node I. Furthermore, experiments conducted at multiple scales (including variety, pot, and field experiments) validated the stability and reliability of the Si-rich seedling technology under complex environmental conditions. Conclusion Si-rich seedlings provide a cost-effective, stable, and practical solution for mitigating As contamination in paddy fields. This approach holds significant potential for enhancing soil health and improving food safety, contributing to the sustainable development of rice cultivation.
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农业科学
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ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
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2025
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RongBai Ju,Xinghui Gao,Chi Zhang,Weibing Tang,Siyuan Zhang,Fangjun Huo,Ning Song,Wei Tang,Weidong Tian,Min He
Host immune rejection has long been recognized as a major contributor to the poor survival rates of exogenous stem cells (ESCs). In this study, we present a simple and versatile strategy to protect ESCs from host immune system insults by developing a protective “armor.” This armor was designed using tannic acid (TA), leveraging its strong affinity for biomacromolecules and its anti-inflammatory properties. Prior to implantation, the armor can be readily applied to the surface of individual ESCs, cell aggregates, cell sheets, or cell-laden hydrogel systems by simply immersing them in a TA solution for several seconds, without additional processing steps. The TA-based armor effectively modulates the acute inflammatory response during the initial days postimplantation by scavenging reactive oxygen species (ROS), thereby creating an ESCs-friendly immune microenvironment. This was evidenced by reduction in the infiltration of pro-inflammatory immune cells and the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines. Consequently, the survival of engrafted ESCs was significantly enhanced, with preserved stemness and immunomodulatory functions. The regenerative potential of ESCs was further demonstrated in a rat periodontal defect model. These findings provide a novel approach for enhancing the regenerative performance of ESCs and offer a straightforward and versatile strategy to shield ESCs from host immune rejection.
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生物医学工程
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免疫学
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再生医学
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JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
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2024
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IF 12.2
Yuan Meng,Minqi Liu,Yicheng Liao,Junhuai Luo,Xiaoli Fu,Peizhe Sun
This study systematically assessed the performance of a newly developed solid-phase extraction (SPE) material, cellulose-supported aminated β-cyclodextrin polymer (amine-β-CDP@Cellulose), in determining 44 xenobiotics, encompassing endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), pharmaceuticals, and food additives in urine samples. The primary objective of the research was to synthesize a new sorbent, optimize the extraction protocol, and elucidate the underlying adsorption and desorption mechanisms. Following optimization, it was observed that amine-β-CDP@Cellulose achieved recoveries ranging from 80 % to 120 % for 28 of the 44 targeted xenobiotics, with only three compounds showing recoveries below 50 %. The superior extraction performance of this novel material can be attributed to the synergistic effects of its structural components: charged functional groups introduced via the cross-linking agent, the hydrophobic cyclodextrin cavity that facilitates inclusion complexation, and abundant hydroxyl groups that enhance adsorption. Additionally, the study included a comparative analysis between amine-β-CDP@Cellulose and commercially available HLB resins. This comparative analysis revealed that the amine-β-CDP@Cellulose method effectively mitigated matrix interferences while maintaining comparable extraction efficiency to the HLB-based method. Collectively, these findings suggest that amine-β-CDP@Cellulose could serve as a sustainable and cost-effective material for extracting xenobiotics from complex matrices.
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分析化学
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毒理学
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Molecular Medicine Reports
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2016
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IF 1.559
Ke Jiang,Guo Chun,Ziming Wang,Quanyin Du,Aimin Wang,Yan Xiong
Tendon adhesion is a common problem in the healing of injured tendons. The molecular mechanisms of the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway have been determined, and the role of TGF-β has been well characterized in wound healing. However, the intracellular mechanism or downstream signals by which TGF-β3 modulates its effects on tendon healing have not been well elucidated. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of TGF‑β3 on the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway in tenocytes. Quantitative polymerase chain reaction and western blot analysis were used to analyze the effect of TGF‑β3 on the regulation of the expression of Smad proteins in tenocytes. The results demonstrated that TGF‑β3 has no significant effect on the proliferation of tendon cells. The addition of TGF‑β3 to tenocytes can significantly downregulate the expression of Smad3 and upregulate the expression of Smad7 at the gene and protein levels. The results demonstrate that TGF‑β3 may regulate Smad3 and Smad7 proteins through the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway to minimize extrinsic scarring. Thus, it may provide a novel approach to decrease tendon adhesion and promote tendon healing.
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分子生物学
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细胞生物学
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骨科
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VETERINARY RESEARCH
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2023
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IF 4.4
Fu Shaodong,Wang Zhenglei,Han Xiangan,Xu Yuanyuan,Miao Jinfeng
Macrophages play a pivotal role in the inflammatory response to the zoonotic pathogen E. coli, responsible for causing enteric infections. While considerable research has been conducted to comprehend the pathogenesis of this disease, scant attention devoted to host-derived H2S. Herein, we reported that E. coli infection enhanced the expression of CSE in macrophages, accompanied by a significantly increased inflammatory response. This process may be mediated by the involvement of excessive autophagy. Inhibition of AMPK or autophagy with pharmacological inhibitors could alleviate the inflammation. Additionally, cell model showed that the mRNA expression of classic inflammatory factors (Il-1β, Il-6), macrophage polarization markers (iNOS, Arg1) and ROS production was significantly down-regulated after employing CSE specific inhibitor PAG. And PAG is capable of inhibiting excessive autophagy through the LKB1-AMPK-ULK1 axis. Interestingly, exogenous H2S could suppress inflammation response. Our study emphasizes the importance of CSE in regulating the macrophage-mediated response to E. coli. Increased CSE in macrophages leads to excessive inflammation, which should be considered a new target for drug development to treat intestinal infection.
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JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
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2023
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IF 4.3
Wu Huizhen,Liu Zhi,Zhang Hu,Xie Shuangnan,Tang Chao,Liu Wei,Li Bin,Chen Piao,Zhang Zihong,Qian Mingrong
Endogenous SEM (SEM end ) naturally occurs in crustacea aquatic products, it confuses the legal verdict of exogenous SEM (SEM ex ) degraded by antibiotic nitrofurazone abuse. In the present study, compound-specific gas phase chromatography-combustion-isotope ratio mass spectrometry (GC-C-IRMS) analysis coupled with a two-step pre-column derivatization was developed for determining the nitrogen stable ratio (δ 15 N) of SEM in shrimp and crab. The optimal derivatization and solid phase extraction (SPE) condition of SEM were screened by Plackett-Burman design and central composite design (CCD) experiment. The nitrogen isotope ratio analysis (NSIRA) of SEM in two types of crustaceans proved that its δ 15 N values significantly decreased from 7.0‰ to 2.0‰ once nitrofurazone being used. Analytical results found that the δ 15 N value of SEM ex in vivo was consistent its nitrofurazone precursor but the value of SEM end was dependent on N-containing components (e.g., tissue protein), ANOVA showed significant difference between two types of SEM (p < 0.05). Based on the δ 15 N variations between SEM itself and its nitrofurazone precursor, tissue protein of crustaceans, the percentages of SEM ex and SEM end can be calculated for its source apportionment in vivo. The limit of detection of SEM is down to 0.21 μg kg −1 and 0.54 μg kg −1 , and the identification lower limit of SEM ex are accurate at 6.27% and 0% for two types of crustaceans. The strategy first realized the independent determination of SEM ex and SEM end in crustacea aquatic products, which explained that high-level SEM in crustaceans can’t as the legal verdict of nitrofurazone abuse in aquaculture.
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JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
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2024
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Yirang Wang,Jingyi Fan,Xian Fang,Yue Zhuo,Siyan Xu,Lei Liao,Xiaojun Deng,Bing Liu
AICAR (5-amino-4-imidazolecarboxyamide ribonucleoside), as a metabolic modulator, is classified in the S4 category by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Carbon Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (CIR) is the mainstream method for distinguishing the endogenous and exogenous sources of AICAR in urine due to the significant individual difference in the concentration. The purpose of this study is to establish a gas chromatography combustion Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (GC/C/IRMS) method for AICAR based on efficient two-dimensional liquid chromatography (2D-HPLC) separation. Method In this study, an automated 2D-HPLC separation technique was used to separate and purify AICAR and endogenous reference substances in urine samples. Then, AICAR was derivatized with 3-TMS as the main derivative product, while the endogenous reference compounds remained in their original form. Subsequently, the developed GC/C/IRMS method was utilized for the detection of the target and reference substances. Followed, we evaluated the applicability of this method using urine samples from two Asian males administered a low dose of AICAR (3 grams). Results The advantages of this study include: 1) reduced sample pretreatment time: the established 2D-HPLC separation method can separate the target and endogenous reference substances in one step; 2) low interference: the isotope chromatograms have low background interference, and the separation of endogenous reference substances is purer; 3) more accurate result calculations: this method only requires derivatization and result correction for AICAR, with the endogenous reference substances measured in their original form, reducing biases from corrections of multiple substances. The detection method performed well, with a concentriton limit of 2500 ng/mL, meeting the needs of routine detection concentrations. The CIR results from volunteer samples indicated that samples collected within 16 hours post-administration exceeded the threshold set in the literature. Conclusion This study successfully established a 2D-HPLC-GC/IRMS method that integrates CIR as the most stable indicator for distinguishing the internal and external sources of AICAR. After administering a low dose of AICAR to the Asian population, exogenous drug characteristics were manifested within 16 hours. This observation, when compared to the 40-hour detection window cited in the literature, suggests that the length of the detection window is positively correlated with the dosage of the test drug.
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iScience
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2025
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Shuyuan Chang,Ayaka Tomii,Yunfei Zhou,Xun Yang,Yihong Dong,Jun Yan,Aodi Wu,Yumeng Wang,Qingxin Zhang,Hongxue Meng,Lei Yu,Wei Sun,Dabin Liu
Succinate is a crucial metabolite in the TCA cycle and contributes to cancer development. However, the role of exogenous succinate in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is unclear. Here, we report that the concentration of succinate in HCC tissues is lower compared to adjacent normal tissues, as determined by spatial metabolomics and quantitative metabolomics analysis. Succinate supplementation exhibits an anti-tumorigenic effect, inhibiting cell proliferation and colony formation in liver cancer cells but not in non-tumor LO2 cells. Additionally, succinate supplementation significantly reduces tumor formation in xenograft nude mice models and carcinogen-induced WT mice models. The anti-tumorigenic function of succinate is mechanistically mediated by FN1-activated SQLE-related cholesterol biosynthesis. Our study demonstrates that exogenous succinate acts as a cholesterol biosynthesis inhibitor to suppress HCC both in vitro and in vivo , highlighting its potential therapeutic applications.
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肿瘤学
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代谢组学
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SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
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2022
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Kai Wang,Xue Yang,Meng-Ya Guo,Xu-Yang Chen,Ting Li,Ru Yan,Yu-Shun Yang,Hai-Liang Zhu,Zhi-Gang Hu
Hydrogen sulfide (H 2 S) is a signal molecule that is significantly involved in cell protection, vascular regulation, and neuro-transmission. Nevertheless, abnormal levels of H 2 S are intimately relevant to Alzheimer’s disease, liver cirrhosis, diabetes mellitus, and Down syndrome. To improve the H 2 S detection in vitro and in vivo , we developed RDM-H 2 S , a novel red-emission fluorescent probe . RDM-H 2 S has a rapid response (120 s), high sensitivity (LOD = 310 nM), obvious response degree (234 folds), relatively long excitation/emission wavelength (565 nm/620 nm), and steady emission in pH 6–9. In addition, RDM-H 2 S showed high specificity to H 2 S in various species. Due to the low cytotoxicity of RDM-H 2 S , it was beneficial to the application of biological depth imaging . In addition, RDM-H 2 S could measure exogenous and endogenous H 2 S in distinct biological models, such as HeLa cells and zebrafish. Besides, RDM-H 2 S had excellent mitochondrial targeting ability and could be used to monitor H 2 S in living mice. RDM-H 2 S could visualize endogenous H 2 S in different tissues and 4T1-xenograft tumor mice. Additionally, RDM-H 2 S also exhibited immense application potential for the visualization of H 2 S in the process of inflammation. RDM-H 2 S was applied for measuring the level of H 2 S in human plasma samples. Consequently, RDM-H 2 S was determined to be a valuable tool for monitoring H 2 S in pre-clinical diagnosis.
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生物化学
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Journal of Environmental Sciences
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2024
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Yuming Huang,Lin Liu,Hang Yang,Huixuan Yi,Xiangyu Li,Linqian Li,Dawei Lu,Qian Liu,Guibin Jiang
Accurately distinguishing between the endogenous formation and exogenous exposure of Fe-bearing particles (e.g., magnetic Fe particles) within biological organisms is the prerequisite for scientifically evaluating their health risks. However, this remains a challenging task due to lacking the comprehensive understanding of the endogenous formation process of Fe-bearing particles. Here, we report the formation dynamics of Fe-bearing particles under conditions closely resembling actual physiological conditions, and compare the morphological and structural differences between endogenous and exogenous Fe-bearing particles. We find that Fe-bearing particles can indeed form under physiological conditions at 37°C. In this process, phosphate plays a crucial role in the oxidation and mineralization of iron ions. Moreover, endogenously formed Fe-bearing particles typically have a diameter of less than 8 nm, and iron is the only metal element present. Therefore, we propose that Fe-bearing particles found in the body with a diameter larger than 8 nm are mainly derived from exogenous exposure. For Fe-bearing particles smaller than 8 nm, it is necessary to combine associated elements and crystal structure characteristics to distinguish between endogenous and exogenous sources. This study provides direct evidence from endogenous metabolism for tracing Fe-bearing particles, especially magnetic iron particles, within the human body.
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材料科学
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生物医学工程
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环境科学
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纳米技术
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Drug Delivery and Translational Research
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2025
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Dong Wei,Wang Guihu,Chai Yichao,Li Wenjuan,Liu Shichang,Liu Huasheng,Guo Wenlei,Li Senyang,He Xinrui,Wan Mingxi,Li Zongfang,Zong Yujin
Inefficient and low-precision delivery of exogenous nucleic acids (ENA) severely limits gene therapy on ischemic stroke (IS). Two problems need to be urgently addressed to improve the efficacy of gene therapy; first, the blood brain barrier (BBB) should be open to promote the accumulation of ENA or genetic material carriers in the ischemic brain parenchyma, and second, the efficient delivery of ENA into the ischemic cells. Previous studies applied ultrasonic cavitation either for opening BBB or for inducing sonoporation to deliver genetic materials into cells. However, the effectiveness of the two-step ultrasonic cavitation to deliver ENA in the brain remains unclear, let alone the genetic materials to be controllably delivered into the ischemic brain parenchyma of the IS. This study systematically explored the BBB opening and ENA delivery by the two-step ultrasonic cavitation using artificial acoustic-cationic-polymeric-nanodroplets (ACPNs). The results demonstrated that the first focused ultrasound (FUS), set at parameters of 3.3 MPa, 20 Hz, 200 cycles and 5 s, stimulating intravascular ACPNs cavitation effectively opened BBB to allow nonactivated ACPN extravasation and accumulation into the ischemic brain parenchyma. Then, the extravascular ACPNs enhanced the second ultrasonic cavitation that noninvasively and efficiently controlled ENA delivery to the ischemic cells through sonoporation, particularly applying 3.3 MPa, 60 Hz, 200 cycles and 9 s to control FAM-eNA delivery, and 3.6 MPa, 20 Hz, 200 cycles and 7 s for pEGFP-C1 controlled delivery. Overall, the two-step ultrasonic cavitation represented a potential strategy for IS-targeted ENA controlled delivery. Graphical abstract Two-step ultrasonic cavitation controlled delivery of brain exogenous nucleic acids for ischemic stroke using acoustic-cationic-polymeric-nanodroplets (ACPNs). A, first step ultrasonic cavitation (first FUS stimulated intravascular ACPNs cavitation) opened BBB to facilitate nonactivated ACPNs extravasation to ischemic brain parenchyma. B, second step ultrasonic cavitation (second FUS stimulated extravascular ACPNs cavitation) induced sonoporation for assisting the enter of exogenous nucleic acids to cells in ischemic parenchyma
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神经科学
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基因治疗
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生物医学工程
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超声技术
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Materials Today Bio
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2025
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Kai Liu,Jiangbo Shao,Beibei Han,Jianfeng Liu,Shuai Yan,Bin Liu,Yao Liu
Peripheral nerve regeneration (PNR) represents a substantial challenge in the medical field, primarily due to the limited regenerative capacity of the peripheral nerve system (PNS). Current research efforts are focused on developing advanced medical polymer materials to enhance nerve recovery. Despite significant progress, several critical issues remain unresolved, including biocompatibility, stability, mechanical strength, controlled degradation rates, and sustained release of therapeutic agents. This study examines the utilization of hyaluronic acid hydrogels, doped with mecobalamin (MeCbl) and conductive poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):polystyrene sulfonate (PEDOT:PSS), in combination with exogenous electrical stimulation (ES) for PNR of rats. The strategy utilizes the MeCbl hydrogel to create a regenerative microenvironment and provide nutritional support for nerve cells, while PEDOT:PSS facilitates enhanced electrical signal conduction. ES has been shown to promote PNR and functional recovery, thereby demonstrating considerable potential. This study aims to comprehensively analyze the synergistic effects and potential value of this combined therapeutic approach, providing novel insights and pathways for the effective PNR.
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神经科学
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材料科学
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