Publications by authors named "Cheng Bing"

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  • The study investigated how stress waves from explosions affect tunnel structures and the resulting crack patterns using a model made of cement mortar.
  • Blasting experiments were performed at different heights above the tunnel, and real-time monitoring techniques captured the stress wave dynamics and crack development.
  • Findings revealed that closer detonation points led to greater strains and damage in the tunnel, prompting the implementation of a molded concrete lining and additional supports to enhance structural stability.
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One major systematic error for free-fall atom gravimeters is the effect of two-photon light shift (LS2). In the process of evaluating LS2, the results can be affected by the residual frequency error of direct digital synthesizers due to necessary experimental parameter changes. In this paper, the impact of the coupling effect between the frequency error and LS2 has been investigated and analyzed, along with the related physical mechanisms.

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Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most prevalent lung cancer subtype. Ciclopirox olamine (CPX), an off-patent fungicide, has been identified as a new anticancer agent.

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  • The Stress-Coping Model (SCM) needs more research to see how it helps caregivers of elderly people with dementia in China deal with stress.
  • A study with 193 caregivers and their family members used different questionnaires to understand the impact of family burdens on caregivers' mental health.
  • The results showed that a heavy family burden increases stress for caregivers, but having good social support and positive ways of coping can help reduce this stress.
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  • Colon cancer, particularly stages II-III, has a poor survival rate, and perineural invasion (PNI) is a key predictor of progression, yet effective methods for early detection of PNI are lacking.
  • This study utilized pre-operative CT images and clinical data from 426 patients to develop a predictive nomogram model that incorporated radiomics scores and significant clinical features such as CA199, CA125, T-stage, and N-stage.
  • The combined model demonstrated strong predictive performance, with an AUC of 0.918 for the development cohort and 0.792 for the validation cohort, indicating it is a promising tool for early detection of PNI in colon cancer patients.
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Objective: Cryptococcus, a genus of fungi, primarily includes Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii, both known to cause human infections. Skeletal infections are rare, and there have been no reported cases of bone cryptococcal infection in conjunction with differentiated thyroid carcinoma.

Subject And Methods: A 56-year-old female presented with a one-month history of "cough and throat irritation.

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  • This study investigates how high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can aid in the recovery of myelin sheaths in mice with induced demyelination and explores the involvement of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
  • After 5 weeks of demyelination followed by 4 weeks of a normal diet and HIIT, results showed improved spatial cognition, memory, and reduced anxiety in mice, along with increased markers of myelin recovery.
  • The findings suggest that HIIT may support remyelination by inhibiting the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and could be beneficial in rehabilitation for demyelinating disorders.
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Utilizing aluminum-doped nano LLZO (LiLaZrAlO) as the ceramic filler, we synthesized and optimized LLZO/PVDF/LiClO composite polymer electrolytes (CPEs) to achieve high ionic conductivity and good interfacial stability with metallic lithium. The research examines how the PVDF grade and the mass ratio of PVDF to LiClO affect the ionic conductivity, lithium metal compatibility, and overall performance of CPEs. The CPE using Kynar PVDF 741 and a PVDF-to-LiClO mass ratio of 2:1 emerged as superior, displaying a high ionic conductivity at room temperature (0.

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To increase the efficiency of deep-hole blasting driving in mine rock tunnels, an innovative pattern of wedge cutting blasting with hole-inner delay was proposed. First, the blasting mechanisms of conventional and innovative wedge cutting patterns were theoretically investigated. The results showed that the resistance from large upper rock blocks and the clamping action from the surrounding rock were the major challenges of conventional cutting methods.

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Histone methylation plays crucial roles in regulating chromatin structure and gene transcription in epigenetic modifications. Lysine-specific demethylase 1 (LSD1), the first identified histone demethylase, is universally overexpressed in various diseases. LSD1 dysregulation is closely associated with cancer, viral infections, and neurodegenerative diseases, etc.

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Background: Haeme oxygenase (HO-1) affords protection against ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury; however, its effects on liver regeneration remain poorly explored. Our previous studies have shown that HO-1 is probably involved in liver regeneration, but its role in small-for-size syndrome (SFSS) is still unclear. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effects of HO-1 on small-for-size graft (SFSG) and the underlying mechanism.

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  • HO-1 (Heme Oxygenase-1) offers protection against testicular ischaemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury, though its mechanisms are not well understood.
  • In this study, researchers created HO-1 knockout rats to investigate the gene's role in testicular I/R injury, using various experimental techniques, including immunofluorescence and gene sequencing.
  • The findings revealed that HO-1 mitigates pathological damage from I/R, promotes nuclear translocation, and interacts with specific miRNAs and genes like c-Jun, demonstrating its importance in testicular protection.
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A 3D host design for lithium (Li)-metal anodes can effectively accommodate volume changes and suppress Li dendrite growth; nonetheless, its practical applicability in energy-dense Li-metal batteries (LMBs) is plagued by excessive Li loading. Herein, we introduced eco- and human-friendly Se seeds into 3D carbon cloth (CC) to create a robust host for efficient Li deposition/stripping. The highly lithiophilic nano-Se endowed the Se-decorated CC (Se@CC) with perfect Li wettability for instantaneous Li infusion.

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The abnormal activation of Cullin RING E3 Ligases (CRLs) is closely associated with the occurrence and development of various cancers. Targeting the neddylation pathway represents an effective approach for cancer treatment. In this work, we reported that WS-299, structurally featuring a coumarin moiety attached to the triazolopyrimidine, exhibited excellent anti-proliferative activity in MGC-803 and HGC-27 cells.

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Pollen cells require large amounts of sugars from the anther to support their development, which is critical for plant sexual reproduction and crop yield. Sugars Will Eventually be Exported Transporters (SWEETs) have been shown to play an important role in the apoplasmic unloading of sugars from anther tissues into symplasmically isolated developing pollen cells and thereby affect the sugar supply for pollen development. However, among the 17 genes identified in the cucumber ( L.

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Light engineering of correlated states in topological materials provides a new avenue of achieving exotic topological phases inaccessible by conventional tuning methods. Here we demonstrate a light control of correlation gaps in a model charge-density-wave (CDW) and polaron insulator (TaSe)I recently predicted to be an axion insulator. Our ultrafast terahertz photocurrent spectroscopy reveals a two-step, non-thermal melting of polarons and electronic CDW gap via the fluence dependence of a longitudinal circular photogalvanic current.

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The discovery of superconductivity in infinite-layer nickelates established another category of unconventional superconductors that shares structural and electronic similarities with cuprates. However, key issues of the superconducting pairing symmetry, gap amplitude and superconducting fluctuations are yet to be addressed. Here we utilize static and ultrafast terahertz spectroscopy to address these.

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Increase of regulatory T cells (Tregs) in the tumour microenvironment predicts worse survival of patients with various types of cancer. Recently, B cells play a significant role in the maintenance of Treg cells. However, the relevance of regulatory B cells (Bregs) to tumour immunity in humans remains elusive.

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Surgical resection is regarded as the main modality for the treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs). With the advancement of endoscopic techniques and the introduction of super minimally invasive surgery (SMIS), endoscopic resection has been an alternative option to surgery. Recently, various endoscopic resection techniques have been used for the treatment of GISTs, including endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), endoscopic submucosal excavation (ESE), endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFR), submucosal tunneling endoscopic resection (STER), and laparoscopic and endoscopic cooperative surgery (LECS).

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p62 is an important multifunctional adaptor protein participating in autophagy and many other activities. Many studies have revealed that p62 is highly expressed in multiple cancers and decreasing its level can effectively lower the proliferation ability of cancer cells. Moreover, much research has highlighted the significant role of the regulation of cancer cell metabolism in helping to treat tumors.

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Oxidative stress is crucial in cerebral white matter lesions (WMLs) induced by chronic cerebral hypoperfusion. Therefore, ameliorating oxidative damage is considered to be a beneficial strategy for the treatment of WMLs. Ebselen (EbSe), a small lipid organoselenium compound, its lipid peroxidation activity is mediated through the glutathione peroxidase-mimetic properties.

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Leiomyoma of the fallopian tube is an extremely rare benign tumor of the fallopian tube. Because of the small number of cases, it is difficult to calculate their incidence. In this case report, we report a case of leiomyoma of the fallopian tube detected during laparoscopic myomectomy in a 31-year-old female with occasional pelvic pain.

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Light-induced ferroelectricity in quantum paraelectrics is a new avenue of achieving dynamic stabilization of hidden orders in quantum materials. In this Letter, we explore the possibility of driving a transient ferroelectric phase in the quantum paraelectric KTaO_{3} via intense terahertz excitation of the soft mode. We observe a long-lived relaxation in the terahertz-driven second harmonic generation (SHG) signal that lasts up to 20 ps at 10 K, which may be attributed to light-induced ferroelectricity.

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Seventy-three QTL related to grain color and tannin content were identified in Chinese sorghum accessions, and a new recessive allelic variant of TAN2 gene was discovered. Sorghum is mainly used for brewing distilled liquors in China. Since grain tannins play an important role in liquor brewing, accurately understanding the relationship between grain color and tannin content can provide basis for selection standards of tannin sorghum.

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