SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
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2024
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Jiaping Yang,Junpeng Deng,Yansheng Liu,Zhenle Qin,Jin Zhou,Xiaobo Jia,Guofu Wang,Yuqiang Weng,Feng Ling,Bin Zhou
Developing an efficient and sensitive method for detecting the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is crucial. In this study, a phase-dependent SPR biosensor has been developed to detect the SARS-CoV-2 S protein with high sensitivity. The phase shifts of the SPR spectral interferogram are extracted using the windowed Fourier transform (WFT) method. The summation of the phase shifts of the prominent frequency, which make up the SPR spectral interferogram, is used as a numerical index to reflect the “negative” or “positive” results. The SARS-CoV-2 S protein antibody is modified onto an Au film, which serves as a sensing surface when detecting the SARS-CoV-2 S protein. The SARS-CoV-2 S protein antibody functionalized Au nanoparticles are used to form a (anti-S@AuNPs)-(SARS-CoV-2 S protein)-(Au film) sandwich structure, which reduces the SPR detection limitation to 1 ag/mL. An external laser is then used to induce the localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) between the AuNPs and the Au film in the sandwich structure, enhancing the detecting sensitivity by 357 %. This study provides a label-free method for detecting the SARS-CoV-2 S protein with low concentrations, indicating its potential in detecting the SARS-CoV-2 virus and viral disease diagnosis.
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CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
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2024
·Vol. 59
·期 8
·2400012
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Xinxin Chen,Shujun Zhu,Jiali Han,Tao Zhao,Jianguo Pan,Shangke Pan
The low-dimensional organic-inorganic lead halide compound has garnered significant attention in recent times due to its exceptional optoelectronic properties. However, its application in the field of optoelectronics has been hindered by the toxicity of lead. Here, a novel inorganic-organic compound [Epy] 2 [CuBr 3 ] single crystal material with a 0D structure based on Cu(I) is introduced. The single crystal exhibits a broad band yellow luminescence, a significant Stokes shift, and a microsecond-scale photoluminescence (PL) lifetime, which is mainly attributed to the self-trapped excitons (STEs) excitation. In addition, the relevant PL spectra are measured at 78–348 K. The photoluminescence intensity decreases with increasing temperature due to strong electro-phonon coupling. The exciton binding energy E b of the crystal is 76.43 meV, and the Huang-Rhys factor S is 40.55. It is worth noting that the crystal also shows a good response to X-rays. Overall, [Epy] 2 [CuBr 3 ] displays its good potential.
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Journal of Advanced Research
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2025
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Meng-han Qi,Hai-yan Zhang,Yun-yi Hou,Ivan Steve Nguepi Tsopmejio,Wei Liu,Wen-guang Chang,Chen Chen,Zi Wang,Wei Li
Introduction Hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia are the hallmarks of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). T2DM is a systemic metabolic disease caused by insulin resistance and malfunctioning pancreatic β-cells. Although ginseng (the roots of Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer) can be used to treat T2DM, the underlying mechanism is unclear. Objectives To assess the role and mechanism of, γ-aminobutyric acid-fructosyl-glucose (GABAFG), a maillard reaction product of ginseng, in T2DM treatment. Methods The metabolism of GABAFG in serum and tissues was analyzed via ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-Q exactive-mass spectrometry (UHPLC-QE-MS). The molecular mechanisms of GABAFG in pancreatic β-cells (in vivo and in vitro) were investigated via Western blotting, qPCR and immunofluorescence. In addition, the results were validated via high-throughput sequencing and serum metabolomics. Results GABAFG alleviated the elevation of blood glucose and blood lipids in HFD/STZ-induced T2DM mice. Also, GABAFG reduced the insulin resistance-associated IRS-1 signaling axis in pancreatic β-cells in vitro . Mechanistically, GABAFG targeted the nuclear translocation of TFEB inhibited apoptosis of pancreatic β-cells by enhancing autophagolysosome function. In addition, GABAFG remodeled the gut microbiota. Specifically, GABAFG increased Akkermansia, decreased Romboutsia abundance, and decreased serum glycerophospholipid metabolism, thus alleviating T2DM-induced dyslipidemia. Conclusion This is the first study to assess the pharmacological effects of ginseng-derived GABAFG in T2DM. Therefore, this study provides a new theoretical basis for understanding ginseng effect in metabolic diseases.
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CHEMICAL PHYSICS LETTERS
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2024
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Xu Gao,Aihu Feng,Le Mi,Yang Yu,Yun Yu
Adsorption is one of the most effective methods for controlling the concentration of VOCs pollution. In this work, the hierarchical NaY zeolites with size-controlled mesopores in the range of 2–5 nm are obtained via NH 4 HF 2 -etching and surfactant-templating process. By using the different cationic surfactant (C n TAB), we fabricate the surfactant-templated zeolite with controllable mesopores, and improve its adsorption capacity for toluene. In addition, the modified zeolite’s hydrophobicity is enhanced, and it maintains a high adsorption capacity in a complex humid environment.
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
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2025
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Nan Ma,Rong Li,Gui-Fang Zhang,Ruo-Han Gao,Dong-Jie Zhang
Quinoa β-glucan (QBG) has shown potential benefits in treating type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM); however, comprehensive evaluations of its effects remain limited. This study investigates the impact of QBG—derived from hot water extraction (Q-) and microbial fermentation enrichment (Q+)—on serum glucose levels, lipid profiles, appetite-regulating hormones, fecal short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), and gut microbiota composition and function in streptozotocin/high-fat diet (STZ/HFD)-induced T2DM mice. The results indicate that QBG treatment significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, insulin levels, triglycerides (TG) and total cholesterol (TC), while concurrently increasing high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL C) levels. Additionally, liver and pancreatic function improved, as evidenced by decreased levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), aspartate transaminase (AST), and alanine transaminase (ALT). SCFA levels were significantly higher in QBG-treated groups compared to MC group. QBG treatment also reduced the abundance of Firmicutes and Patescibacteria, along with the Firmicutes/Bacteroidota ratio, while increasing levels of Bacteroidota and Actinobacteria. These findings suggest that QBG can regulate the dysbiosis of SCFAs production in T2DM mice and may indirectly modulate the secretion of appetite-regulating hormones by influencing gut microbiota composition. Furthermore, PICRUSt analysis revealed that QBG treatment, particularly Q + _H, could enhance disrupted metabolism and improve gut microbiota functions, helping restore normal physiological function.
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INTERNATIONAL IMMUNOPHARMACOLOGY
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2025
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Dan Wang,Yimeng Zou,Tianqi Zhao,Weiyue Cao,Jiachi Han,Qing Wu,Zhitong Li,Xinyu Li,Peijing Liu,Lin Bai,Guiping Ren
Background The blood FGF21 expression has been previously suggested to increase in patients developing atopic dermatitis (AD) and asthma. However, its impact on atopic march is rarely analyzed. The present work focused on investigating the role of Fibroblast Growth Factor 21(FGF21) in atopic march mice and its underlying mechanisms. Methods The models were induced with Diisononyl phthalate (DINP) and OVA in wild-type C57BL/6 and FGF21 −/− mice. RAW264.7 cells were induced by LPS with/without FGF21 or KLB-SiRNA for in vitro analyses. Results The data indicated that there were more severe allergic reactions including IgE levels and the proportion of mast cells in the blood of FGF21 −/− mice in relative to WT model mice during the progression from AD to asthma. However, exogenous administration of FGF21 inhibited allergies. In this study, we reported that FGF21 mitigated AD-like lesions and Th1/2 or Th17/Treg cell imbalance in AD mice, and significantly decreased TSLP, IL-33, IL-4, IL-5, IL-13 and IL-17A expression on skin. During the asthma phase, FGF21 improved airway remodeling by downgrading inflammatory factors IL-4, IL-5, IL-13 and IL-17A; fibrotic markers α-SMA and Collagen I; and oxidative products MDA and ROS in wild-type model mice. Compared with WT model mice, the adverse consequences were aggravated in FGF21 −/− asthmatic mice. From the mechanistic perspective, FGF21 suppressed NF-κB/NLRP3, TGF-β1/Smad3 and JNK signaling pathways and increased Nrf2 expression in vivo and in vitro. In addition, β-Klotho knockdown attenuated the ameliorative impact of FGF21 on cellular damage. Blocking AMPKα in the LPS-treated RAW264.7 cells inhibited the reduction of FGF21 and the phosphorylation of JNK. Conclusions To conclude, FGF21 alleviated atopic march by inhibiting Th2/17 immune response, and reduced airway remodeling by regulating NF-κB/NLRP3, TGF-β1/Smad3 and AMPKα/JNK pathways. Moreover, this study provides a rationale and novel ideas for applying FGF21 in treating AD and asthma.
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npj Clean Water
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·Vol. 7
·期 1
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Xiao Jun,Hao Shuang,Qin Yiwen,Qi Pengfei,Zhang Zhaoqian,Hu Yunxia
Many fouling-resistant materials have been grafted or coated on the RO membrane surface for fouling-resistance. However, these modified RO membranes still exhibit a fast flux drop towards small charged organic foulants. Herein, we creatively use the quantum chemistry method to screen the thiol group having a close to zero interaction energy with small charged organic foulants. Thus, we selected a small molecule of 2-aminoethanethiol (AET) having a fouling-resistant thiol group and a reactive amine group for RO membrane surface modification. The water permeance of the AET-grafted RO membrane increases from 2.6 ± 0.1 L m −2 h −1 bar −1 to 3.2 ± 0.05 L m −2 h −1 bar −1 , 23% higher than that of the pristine membrane. Moreover, the AET-grafted RO membrane exhibits excellent fouling resistance against charged surfactants. Our study offers insights on the design of fouling-resistant molecules for antifouling surface modification of RO membranes towards small charged organic foulants.
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Frontiers in Microbiology
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2025
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Zhang Yue,Wang Xiang,Deng Duping,Gong Yuanyuan,Chen Xuanyi,Li Juan,Hong Xiaojuan
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the impact of electroacupuncture (EA) on blood glucose levels, gut microbiota, short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in a rat model of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).Methods: Forty Sprague–Dawley (SD) rats were randomly assigned to five groups (n = 8/group) using a random number table: normal control, T2DM model, electroacupuncture (EA), EA + antibiotics (EA + A), and antibiotics (A). The normal rats received a standard diet and saline gavage, while the other groups were fed a high-fat diet and emulsion. The EA + A and A groups received additional antibiotic solution gavage. The normal, model, and A groups were immobilized and restrained for 30 min, six times per week, for 4 weeks. The EA and EA + A groups received EA treatment at specific acupoints for 30 min, six times per week, for 4 weeks. EA parameters were continuous waves at 10 Hz and 1–2 mA. During the intervention, water and food consumption, body weight, fasting blood glucose (FBG), and oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) were monitored. Pancreatic tissue was examined using hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining. Fecal microbial communities were analyzed by 16S rDNA sequencing, and short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) were measured using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS). Serum levels of fasting insulin (FINS), glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) were determined using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).Results: EA significantly improved daily water intake, food consumption, and body weight in T2DM rats (p < 0.01). EA also reduced FBG, the area under the curve of the OGTT, FINS, and homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) in T2DM rats (p < 0.05). The ELISA results showed a lower concentration of HbA1c in the EA group (p < 0.05). EA improved the overall morphology and area of pancreatic islets, increased the number of β-cell nuclei, and alleviated β-cell hypertrophy. The abundance of operational taxonomic units (OTUs) in the EA group increased than the model group (p < 0.05), and EA upregulated the Shannon, Chao1, and Ace indices (p < 0.05). EA increased the concentrations of acetic acid, butyric acid, and GLP-1 (p < 0.05). Correlation analysis revealed negative associations between Lactobacillaceae (R = −0.81, p = 0.015) and Lactobacillus (R = −0.759, p = 0.029) with FBG. Peptostreptococcaceae and Romboutsia were negatively correlated with HbA1c (R = −0.81, p = 0.015), while Enterobacteriaceae was positively correlated with OGTT (R = 0.762, p = 0.028). GLP-1 was positively correlated with acetic acid (R = 0.487, p = 0.001), butyric acid (R = 0.586, p = 0.000), isovaleric acid (R = 0.374, p = 0.017), valeric acid (R = 0.535, p = 0.000), and caproic acid (R = 0.371, p = 0.018). Antibiotics disrupted the intestinal microbiota structure and weakened the therapeutic effects of EA.Conclusion: EA effectively improved glucose metabolism in T2DM rats. The hypoglycemic effects of EA were associated with the regulation of gut microbiota, SCFAs, and GLP-1.
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NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
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Bingke Yang,Haojie Li,Zhen Yao,Lili Xing,Xuetao Wang,Yilin Zhu
In the study, ammonia borane alcoholysis with different types of alcohols (CH3OH, CH3CH2OH, (CH2OH)2) for hydrogen production are investigated, and the effects of different pressures and temperatures on the adsorption properties are also investigated using the DFT calculation and experimental method. In the ammonia borane alcoholysis, NH3BH3 molecules and alcohols molecules (R-OH) are first adsorbed onto the active metal surface, where the hydroxyl groups in the R-OH molecules are activated and the O-H bonds are broken to produce the intermediates H* and *O-R. Further a strong interaction between the B in NH3BH3 and the O in *O-R occurs and the B-N bond is broken, forming the intermediate products *NH3, *BH2-O-R and another H*, H2 molecule is released during B-O bonding with one of the H originated from the hydroxyl group and the other originated from the *HB in the NH3BH3 molecule. The energy barriers for the ammonia borane alcoholysis with CH3OH, CH3CH2OH and (CH₂OH)₂ are 28.23 kcal/mol, 37.5 kcal/mol and 42.32 kcal/mol, respectively, which results in a different alcoholysis rate of ammonia borane AB/CH3OH> AB/CH3CH2OH> AB/(CH2OH)2 at the macroscopic level. The high pressure enhances the adsorption properties of ammonia borane and alcohol molecules, while the high temperature decreases the adsorption properties. The adsorption capacities of ammonia borane and alcohols on the active metal Ru (101) are CH3OH (0.32 mmol/g) < NH3BH3 (1.03 mmol/g) < CH3CH2OH (1.05 mmol/g) < (CH2OH)2 (1.31 mmol/g) specifically. The results of this study provide a theoretical basis for the regulation of hydrogen production from ammonia borane alcoholysis.
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Veterinary Sciences
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2024
·Vol. 11
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Yiyi Shan,Qi Xiao,Kongwang He,Shenglong Wu,Wenbin Bao,Zhengchang Wu
Simple SummaryPorcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infection can cause immunosuppression in pigs, create conditions for other virus infections, and bring serious economic losses to the pig industry. 5-Azacytidine (5-Aza) is a potent inhibitor of DNA methylation. In this study, we focused on the effects of 5-Aza on PCV2 infection in porcine kidney cells (PK15 cells). We found that 5-Aza could activate cell apoptosis and inflammatory factors and promote PCV2 replication through the MAPK signaling pathway.AbstractPorcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2) is the main pathogen causing post-weaning multisystemic wasting syndrome (PMWS), which mainly targets the body’s immune system and poses a serious threat to the global pig industry. 5-Azacytidine is a potent inhibitor of DNA methylation, which can participate in many important physiological and pathological processes, including virus-related processes, by inhibiting gene expression. However, the impact of 5-Aza on PCV2 replication in cells is not yet clear. We explored the impact of 5-Aza on PCV2 infection utilizing PK15 cells as a cellular model. Our objective was to gain insights that could potentially offer novel therapeutic strategies for PCV2. Our results showed that 5-Aza significantly enhanced the infectivity of PCV2 in PK15 cells. Transcriptome analysis revealed that PCV2 infection activated various immune-related signaling pathways. 5-Aza may activate the MAPK signaling pathway to exacerbate PCV2 infection and upregulate the expression of inflammatory and apoptotic factors.
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Journal of Physical Chemistry C
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2024
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Rong Sun,Xinle Lu,Minlu Zhou,Jiamin Yao,Pengzhen Chen,Wen-Yi Tong,Chun-Gang Duan,Jun Zhang
In this study, the self-assembly structures of 2-methylbenzimidazole (MBI) molecules on Cu(100) and Cu(111) surfaces were examined using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), and density functional theory (DFT) calculations. It was found that MBI molecules form hydrogen-bonded structures in one-dimensional (1D) or two-dimensional (2D) configurations on both Cu(100) and Cu(111) surfaces. On the Cu(100) surface, the hydrogen-bonded lines are aligned along two equivalent Cu ⟨11̅0⟩ directions, matching the lattice of the underlying surface. This alignment agrees with calculation results, which shows MBI molecules preferentially adsorbing on hollow sites with their molecular backbones perpendicular to these lines. The molecular lines spread out across the surface area, and the distance between them gradually decreases as coverage increases, indicating repulsive interactions between the lines. Conversely, on the Cu(111) surface, the 1D molecular chains are curly, with the molecular backbones oriented in various directions relative to the substrate, indicating a weaker interaction between the molecules and the substrate compared to that on the Cu(100) surface. With further increases in coverage on both surfaces, densely packed 2D molecular structures emerge, albeit with different lattice parameters. The 2D structures on Cu(100) adjust to match the substrate, whereas those on Cu(111) may assume various orientations. The distance between molecules is greater on Cu(111) than on Cu(100), suggesting a restriction of hydrogen bonding structures on the Cu(100) surface. Additionally, a noticeable height difference among the molecules in the 2D structures was observed, possibly due to a slight tilting of the molecular backbone when more molecules are integrated into the lattice. These findings demonstrate how the assembly structures of molecules depend on the interaction between molecule–molecule and molecule–substrate interactions.
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JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
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2024
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Xin Zhang,Song Li,Jie Yuan,Zhongning Shi
The effect of magnesium chloride (MgCl 2 ) on the electrodeposition of zinc in 1,3-dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone (DMI)/ZnCl 2 solvate ionic liquids was investigated. Cyclic voltammetry and Chronoamperometry are employed to study the electrochemical behavior of Zn. The crystal structure, microscopic morphology, and roughness of Zn coatings were measured by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Non-contact Optical Surface Profiler (OSP). The results reveal that adding MgCl 2 is favorable to the electrodeposition of Zn and leads to the formation of a new zinc-containing species in the electrolyte, which was confirmed by Raman spectra. Importantly, this addition does not affect the nucleation mechanism of zinc. Furthermore, the zinc grows preferentially on the (1 0 1) plane and a more smooth and uniform zinc coating was obtained. Corrosion resistance testing is conducted in a 3.5 wt% NaCl solution using the Tafel method. Coatings obtained at 4 mA/cm 2 and 343 K with 0.1 mol/L MgCl 2 addition exhibit lower corrosion current density of 38.10 μA/cm 2 compared to zinc coatings obtained without MgCl 2 .
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