Unraveling spin-orbit torque-induced multistate magnetization switching in Co/Gd ferrimagnetic multilayers for physically unclonable functions.

Ferrimagnetic materials driven by spin-orbit torque (SOT) exhibit a distinctive characteristic of multistate magnetization switching and enable versatile applications. However, the underlying mechanism governing multistate magnetization switching in ferrimagnetic materials remains unelucidated. Here, by studying SOT-induced magnetization switching in Co/Gd ferrimagnetic multilayers with perpendicular magnetic anisotropy (PMA), we demonstrate that the multistate magnetization switching behavior is observed not only in [Co/Gd] but also in [Co/Gd]/CoFeB stacks and size-shrinking dot devices.

Exploring the Roles of Entrepreneurial Education, Proactive Personality and Creative Self-Efficacy in the Formation of Undergraduates' New Venture Ideas in China.

A new venture idea is the prerequisite for discovering or building an entrepreneurial opportunity and also the foundation for undergraduates to start a new venture. Based on social cognitive theory, this paper explores the roles of entrepreneurial education, proactive personality, and creative self-efficacy in the formation of undergraduates' new venture ideas. Using a sample of 650 undergraduates in China, we find that entrepreneurial education and proactive personality are both positively related to new venture idea formation, and proactive personalities also moderate the relationship between entrepreneurial education and new venture ideas.

Direct Assembly of Grooved Micro/Nanofibrous Aerogel for High-Performance Thermal Insulation via Electrospinning.

Maintaining human body temperature in both high and low-temperature environments is fundamental to human survival, necessitating high-performance thermal insulation materials to prevent heat exchange with the external environment. Currently, most fibrous thermal insulation materials are characterized by large weight, suboptimal thermal insulation, and inferior mechanical and waterproof performance, thereby limiting their effectiveness in providing thermal protection for the human body. In this study, lightweight, waterproof, mechanically robust, and thermal insulating polyamide-imide (PAI) grooved micro/nanofibrous aerogels were efficiently and directly assembled by electrospinning.

Exploring daidzein dimethyl ether from Albizzia lebbeck as a novel quorum sensing inhibitor against Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Insights from in vitro and in vivo studies.

Infections of multidrug-resistant pathogens including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, cause a high risk of mortality in immunocompromised patients and underscore the need for novel natural antibacterial drugs. In this study, common phytochemicals prevalent in fruits and vegetables have been demonstrated for their ability to inhibit quorum sensing (QS) in Pseudomonas aeruginosa PAO1 (PA). Ten compounds were screened virtually by molecular docking, among which, daidzein dimethyl ether originally from Albizzia lebbeck showed the most significant inhibitory effect on the formation of biofilm and the accumulation of virulence factors, including elastase, pyocyanin and rhamnolipid in PA.

Strategy for enhancing Cistanche deserticola drying efficiency and quality based on novel freeze-infrared hybrid drying: moisture transition points control.

Background: Fresh Cistanche deserticola, a valuable medicinal and dietary ingredient with exceptional functional properties, exhibits a high moisture content and is susceptible to deterioration due to its high moisture content. Therefore, it is imperative to identify an appropriate dehydration method. This study primarily focuses on enhancing the efficiency and quality of dried C.

Mortality prediction of inpatients with NSTEMI in a premier hospital in China based on stacking model.

Background: Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) remains a leading cause of hospitalization and death in China. Accurate mortality prediction of inpatient is crucial for clinical decision-making of non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) patients.

Methods: In this study, a total of 3061 patients between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2022 diagnosed with NSTEMI were enrolled in this study.

Preoperative prediction of Ki-67 expression in hepatocellular carcinoma by spectral imaging on dual-energy computed tomography (DECT).

Background: The Ki-67 expression level, which represents the proliferation status of cells, serves as a prognostic marker for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC); however, the immunochemistry method currently used to evaluate Ki-67 is invasive and is not suitable for patients who have lost the chance for surgery, such as those with advanced tumors or those with other serious organic diseases. This study aimed to investigate the value of quantitative dual-energy computed tomography (DECT) parameters in predicting the expression level of Ki-67 in HCC.

Methods: This study analyzed the data of 123 consecutive patients with HCC who underwent both Ki-67 immunohistochemistry analysis and two-phase contrast-enhanced DECT imaging.

The essential role of the hickory StMADS11 subfamily in flower organogenesis and flowering time in Arabidopsis.

The StMADS11 subfamily genes play a crucial role in regulating flowering time, flower development, and bud dormancy in plants. These genes exhibit functional differences between annual and perennial woody plants. In hickory (Carya cathayensis Sarg.

Characterization of pecan PEBP family genes and the potential regulation role of CiPEBP-like1 in fatty acid synthesis.

Phosphatidyl ethanolamine-binding protein (PEBP) plays important roles in plant growth and development. However, few studies have investigated the PEBP gene family in pecan (Carya illinoinensis), particularly the function of the PEBP-like subfamily. In this study, we identified 12 PEBP genes from the pecan genome and classified them into four subfamilies: MFT-like, FT-like, TFL1-like and PEBP-like.

Simultaneous CNV-seq and WES: An effective strategy for molecular diagnosis of unexplained fetal structural anomalies.

Background: Fetal structural anomalies are detected by ultrasound in approximately 3 % of pregnancies. Numerous genetic diagnostic strategies have been widely applied to identify the genetic causes of prenatal abnormalities. We aimed to assess the value of simultaneous copy number variation sequencing (CNV-seq) and whole exome sequencing (WES) in diagnosing fetuses with structural anomalies.

Co/CoTe heterostructure internal hairy fibers as high-efficiency oxygen electrocatalyst for Zn-air batteries.

The design of highly efficient catalysts to enhance the kinetics of oxygen reduction (OER) and oxygen evolution (ORR) reactions is the key issue for the development of high-performance Zn-air battery. In this work, we report the design of Co-CoTe heterostructured fibers as the bifunctional oxygen catalyst for Zn-air battery. Firstly, the theoretical analysis was carried out on Co-CoTe heterostructure.

Quasi-distributed acoustic sensing based on optical path difference demodulation for high-frequency and large-amplitude using an optical fiber interferometer array.

The phase-sensitive optical time domain reflectometry scheme has attracted great research interest in distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) but suffers from a trade-off between the dynamic range and signal frequency. In this paper, an optical path difference (OPD) demodulation method is applied to an interferometer array composed of an ultra-weak fiber Bragg grating (UWFBG) array and an imbalanced Michelson interferometer to solve this problem. As far as we know, this is the first time that OPD demodulation has been applied to DAS.

Microbiological characteristics of the lower airway in adults with bronchiectasis: a prospective cohort study.

Background: Microbial infection and colonization are frequently associated with disease progression and poor clinical outcomes in bronchiectasis. Identification of pathogen spectrum is crucial for precision treatment at exacerbation of bronchiectasis.

Methods: We conducted a prospective cohort study in patients with bronchiectasis exacerbation onset and stable state.

The Clinical Nursing Pathway Plus Low-flow Oxygen Breathing Effects on Blood Glucose and Urine Ketones in Diabetic Ketoacidosis Patients.

Objective: To assess the effects of the clinical nursing pathway (CNP) on blood glucose and urine ketones in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Methods: A total of 60 patients with DKA (20 type I and 40 type II) treated in the Department of Endocrinology at Anhui Second People's Hospital from January 2018 to May 2022 were recruited and randomly assigned to receive routine nursing (control group) or CNP plus routine nursing (observation group), with 30 patients in each group. The observation group received the clinical nursing pathway (CNP) along with routine nursing care.

Analysis of population structure and genetic diversity of Camellia tachangensis in Guizhou based on SNP markers.

Background: Camellia tachangensis F. C. Zhang is a five-compartment species in the ovary of tea group plants, which represents the original germline of early differentiation of some tea group plants.

[Analysis of rare mutations associated with Thalassemia and their hematological characteristics in Chenzhou region of Hunan Province].

Objective: To explore the distribution and hematological characteristics of rare thalassemia-associated mutations in Chenzhou region of Hunan Province with an aim to provide a basis for genetic counseling and effective prevention.

Methods: A total of 37 370 individuals enrolled from January 2015 to December 2021 were screened by routine blood test and hemoglobin electrophoresis. The genotypes were determined with high-throughput sequencing.

Constructing 3D Zincophilic Skeleton in Nitrogen-Doped Carbon Hybrid Fibers for Dendrite-Free Zn Anodes.

The Zn dendrite growth and side reactions are two major issues for the practical use of Zn metal anodes (ZMAs). Herein, an N-doped carbon-based hybrid fiber with the 3D porous skeleton and the zincophilic Cu nanoparticles (denoted as Cu@HLCF) is developed for stable ZMAs. The zincophilic Cu particles in the skeleton work as the active sites to facilitate uniform Zn nucleation.

Genome-wide identification and expression pattern analysis of WRKY transcription factors in response to biotic and abiotic stresses in tea plants (Camellia sinensis).

Plants would encounter various biotic and abiotic stresses during the growth and development. WRKY transcription factors (TFs) as plant-specific TFs, play an important role in responding to various adverse circumstances. Despite some advances were achieved in functional studies of WRKY TFs in tea plants, systematic analysis of the involvement of CsWRKY TFs when facing cold, salt, drought stresses and pathogen and insect attack was lacked.

Evaluation of marketing authorization and labels of medicines in 2021 WHO Model List of Essential Medicines for Children in China, the Russian Federation and Brazil.

Objective: This work compares the marketing authorization, labels and dosage forms of medicines in the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines for Children (EMLc) in China, the Russian Federation and Brazil to urge policymakers to pay more attention to paediatric medication.

Methods: Medicines were selected from the 8th EMLc. By searching relevant databases, which include different types of medical information in China, the Russian Federation and Brazil, the marketing authorization, labels and dosage forms of paediatric medicines in the three countries were evaluated.

Utility of metagenomic Next-Generation Sequencing for simultaneously detecting pathogens and neoplasms.

Objectives: Clinicians often face the challenge of differentially diagnosing febrile patients who are suspected of infectious diseases, since the clinical manifestations of infection and cancer may overlap. A single test that can detect both pathogens and tumor could provide timely and accurate diagnostic clues to aid the treatment and management of these patients.

Methods: We enrolled eight patients to evaluate the utility of metagenomic Next-Generation Sequencing for simultaneously detecting pathogens and neoplasms using body fluids and tissue samples.

Assessing the impact of diverse mask types on COPD patients: a randomised controlled trial study protocol.

Introduction: Wearing masks has proven beneficial in preventing respiratory pathogen infections in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the impact of different mask types on physiological indicators and daily physical activity in COPD patients remains uncertain. This study aims to assess the immediate effects of various mask types on cardiopulmonary function indicators, subjective perceptions and the 6-minute walking distance (6MWD) in individuals with COPD.