Publications by authors named "Chenxu Zhao"

Background: The psychological problems among the youth population have received widespread attention in the information age. However, little research has been conducted on the effects and mechanisms of worldview on depression, anxiety, and stress (DAS) among youth. In this study, we aim to investigate the relationship between worldview and DAS among youth.

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During the periparturient transition period, dairy cows are often accompanied by disorders of liver glycolipid metabolism. The PI3K/AKT signaling pathway plays an important role in the homeostasis of glycolipid metabolism. Trivalent chromium [Cr(III)] is an essential trace element in the body.

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  • The 'Xuxiang' kiwifruit in China faces quality decline due to vibration stress during postharvest transport, leading to a study simulating these vibrations to assess their impact.
  • The research tested various vibration intensities and durations, revealing that increased vibrations significantly decreased fruit firmness and quality while causing physiological changes like higher weight loss and ethylene production.
  • Transcriptome analysis identified key genes tied to ethylene metabolism and cell wall degradation, confirming that vibration stress triggers gene regulation that compromises the fruit's quality and integrity.
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Weed infestation in agricultural fields significantly diminishes crop yields. Herbicides are widely used as a primary method of weed control. Developing herbicide-resistant crops through the expression of resistant genes represents a sustainable approach.

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  • - Nitrogen (N) is crucial for plant health, acting as both a nutrient and a signaling molecule, and understanding its metabolism is key to improving maize N use efficiency.
  • - Two maize lines, B73 and Ki11, have different responses to low nitrogen and chlorate, with transcriptomic analysis showing varied expression patterns of nitrogen usage genes (NUGs) between them.
  • - Unique transcription factors (TFs) were identified, with 23 in B73 and 41 in Ki11; specifically, MADS26 in B73 significantly influences nitrate sensitivity, offering insights for breeding maize that uses nitrogen more efficiently.
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Plant-derived natural products remain crucial in drug development. However, the identification of undescribed natural products is becoming increasingly challenging. A comprehensive strategy combining LC-MS with diagnostic ions was proposed for the discovery of undescribed 5-methylcoumarin meroterpenoids.

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Objective: This paper aims to understand vaccine hesitancy in the post-epidemic era by analyzing texts related to vaccine reviews and public attitudes toward three prominent vaccine brands: Sinovac, AstraZeneca, and Pfizer, and exploring the relationship of vaccine hesitancy with the prevalence of epidemics in different regions.

Methods: We collected 165629 Twitter user comments associated with the vaccine brands. The comments were labeled based on willingness and attitude toward vaccination.

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Background: To explore whether IgG4 is involved in the pathogenesis of IgG4 HT.

Methods: Serum TgAb IgG4 and TPOAb IgG4 were measured in IgG4 HT and non-IgG4 HT. C1q, mannose-binding lectin (MBL), Bb, C3d, C4d, and membrane attack complex (MAC) in thyroid tissues from IgG4 HT, non-IgG4 HT, and controls were examined by immunohistochemistry.

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Extended exposure to UVB (280-315 nm) radiation results in oxidative damage and inflammation of the skin. Previous research has demonstrated that pilose antler extracts have strong anti-inflammatory properties and possess antioxidant effects. This study aimed to elucidate the mechanism of pilose antler protein in repairing photodamage caused by UVB radiation in HaCaT cells and ICR mice.

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The crystallization and growth of perovskite crystals are two crucial factors influencing the performance of perovskite solar cells (PSCs). Moreover, iodoplumbate complexes such as PbI, PbI, and PbI in perovskite precursor solution dictate both the quality of perovskite crystals and the optoelectrical performance of PSCs. Here, we propose an iodoplumbate-coordination strategy that employs pentafluorophenylsulfonyl chloride (PTFC) as an additive to tailor the crystal quality.

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The presence of defects at the interface between the perovskite film and the carrier transport layer poses significant challenges to the performance and stability of perovskite solar cells (PSCs). Addressing this issue, we introduce a dual host-guest (DHG) complexation strategy to modulate both the bulk and interfacial properties of FAPbI-rich PSCs. Through NMR spectroscopy, a synergistic effect of the dual treatment is observed.

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Excessive nonesterified fatty acids (NEFA) impair cellular metabolism and will induce fatty liver formation in dairy cows during the periparturient. Baicalin, an active flavonoid, has great potential efficacy in alleviating lipid accumulation and ameliorating the development of fatty liver disease. Nevertheless, its mechanism remains unclear.

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Lanthanum-modified bentonite (LMB) combined with submerged macrophytes (SM) has been a conventional means of eutrophication management in lakes in recent years, and is one of the most important methods for P removal. However, trends in nutrients and sediment enzymes at the water-sediment interface during this process have not been systematically assessed, and there are still some gaps in how abiotic properties drive changes in enzyme activity. Here, we show changes in aquatic environmental conditions under the action of different ratios of modified bentonite (0, 10%, 20%, and 30%) in combination with SM (Vallisneria natans, Potamogeton lucens, and Hydrilla verticillate) and quantify their effects on sediment enzyme activities.

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Background: Hyperlipidemia, inadequate diet, and excessive medication increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Paeonl (Pae), a phenolic compound found in Peony and Angelica dahurica, can alleviate lipid metabolism disorders and lipotoxicity. However, the molecular mechanism of Pae alleviating hyperlipidemia remains unclear and needs to be further explored.

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This study aimed to elucidate the role and mechanisms of Complement C5a receptor 1 (C5AR1) in driving the malignant progression of anaplastic thyroid carcinoma (ATC). C5AR1 expression was assessed in ATC tissues and cell lines. Functional assays evaluated the effects of C5AR1 knockdown on the malignant features of ATC cells.

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Skin problems caused by aging have attracted much attention, and marine collagen peptides have been proved to improve these problems, while mammalian collagen peptides are rarely reported. In this study, fermented deer bone collagen peptide (FCP) and non-fermented deer bone collagen peptide (NCP) were extracted from fermented and non-fermented deer bone, respectively, and their peptide sequences and differential proteins were analyzed using LC-MS/MS technology. After they were applied to aging mice induced with D-gal, the skin hydration ability, antioxidant ability, collagen synthesis, and degradation ability of the mice were studied.

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Trace natural products (TNPs) are still the vital source of drug development. However, the mining of novel TNPs is becoming increasingly challenging due to their low abundance and complex interference. A comprehensive strategy was proposed in which the functionalized magnetic particles integrated with LC-MS for TNPs discovery.

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A pair of coumarin-based polycyclic meroterpenoid enantiomers (+)/(-)-gerbeloid A [(+)- and (-)-] were isolated from the medicinal plant , which have a unique caged oxatricyclo [4.2.2.

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Purpose: This study aims to develop a non-invasive diagnosis model using machine learning (ML) for identifying high-risk IgG4 Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) patients.

Methods: A retrospective cohort of 93 HT patients and a prospective cohort of 179 HT patients were collected. According to the immunohistochemical and pathological results, the patients were divided into IgG4 HT group and non-IgG4 HT group.

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Maize (Zea mays) is highly susceptible to waterlogging stress, which reduces both the yield and quality of this important crop. However, the molecular mechanism governing waterlogging tolerance is poorly understood. In this study, we identify a waterlogging- and ethylene-inducible gene ZmEREB179 that encodes an ethylene response factor (ERF) localized in the nucleus.

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Ketosis, a commonly observed energy metabolism disorder in dairy cows during the peripartal period, is distinguished by increased concentrations of BHB in the blood. This condition has a negative impact on milk production and quality, causing financial losses. An untargeted metabolomics approach was performed on plasma samples from cows between 5 and 7 DIM diagnosed as controls (CON; BHB <1.

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Cesium bismuth iodide perovskite material offers good stability toward ambient conditions and has potential optoelectronic characteristics. However, wide bandgap, absorber surface roughness, and poor surface coverage with pinholes are among the key impediments to its adoption as a photovoltaic absorber material. Herein, bandgap modification and the tailoring of surface morphology have been performed through molar ratio variation and antisolvent treatment, whereby type III antisolvent (toluene) based on Hansen space has been utilized.

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The anti-solvent-free fabrication of high-efficiency perovskite solar cells (PSCs) holds immense significance for the transition from laboratory-scale to large-scale commercial applications. However, the device performance is severely hindered by the increased occurrence of surface defects resulting from the lack of control over nucleation and crystallization of perovskite using anti-solvent methods. In this study, 2-(naphthalen-2-yl)ethylamine hydriodide (NEAI) is employed as the surface passivator for perovskite films without using any anti-solvent.

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Background: Strontium (Sr) has similar physicochemical properties as calcium (Ca) and is often used to evaluate the absorption of this mineral. Because the major route of Ca absorption in the bovine occurs in the rumen, it is essential to understand whether Sr impacts the ruminal epithelial cells and to what extent.

Results: In the present study, RNA sequencing and assembled transcriptome assembly were used to identify transcription factors (TFs), screening and bioinformatics analysis in bovine ruminal epithelial cells treated with Sr.

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  • Aeromonas dhakensis is an emerging pathogen that affects both animals and humans, but reports of infections in reptiles are rare.
  • A strain isolated from a deceased Aldabra giant tortoise was identified as A. dhakensis HN-1, which contains seven virulence genes and causes hemorrhage in infected mice.
  • The strain shows resistance to common antibiotics, highlighting the need for better surveillance and research to control its spread across different species and environments.
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