Publications by authors named "D-Z Zhao"

Background: Whether it is effective and safe to extend the time window of intravenous thrombolysis up to 24 hours after the last known well is unknown. We aimed to determine the efficacy and safety of tenecteplase in Chinese patients with acute ischemic stroke due to large/medium vessel occlusion within an extended time window.

Methods: Patients with ischemic stroke presenting 4.

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The Jahn-Teller (JT) deformation triggers severe structural distortion and large capacity fading in the cathode materials of alkali-ion batteries. Although conventional doping containing over 20 dopant species has been demonstrated to suppress the JT effect, how the short-range and cooperative JT effect are regulated remains an open question. Recently, the new compositionally complex (high entropy) doping has been validated in various oxide cathodes and achieved "zero strain", but the reported "synergistic effect" is largely factual reporting with a limited fundamental understanding of the link between multicomponents and the JT effect.

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To quantitatively measure the spatial relationship between the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and surface landmarks such as the tragus and lateral canthus using cone-beam CT (CBCT), as to provide guidance for accurate positioning of CBCT scanning of the TMJ. DICOM format data from 112 patients (35 males and 77 females with 224 TMJs) were included in this study. The patients were between 12 and 66 years old, with a mean age of (25.

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Background: Patients with biliary tract cancer (BTC) often have dismal outcomes due to the poor performance of traditional methods for early diagnosis. Recently, bile cell-free DNA (cfDNA) has been reported as a potential liquid biopsy material for BTC diagnosis. However, bile is a complex alkaline aqueous medium, and the proper storage conditions for bile remain to be explored.

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  • Polycrystalline ZnS is a key infrared optical material known for its excellent optical properties but is challenging to machine due to its soft and brittle nature.
  • Recent advancements in in situ laser-assisted diamond cutting have shown to enhance the ultra-precision machining of ZnS by improving its ductile characteristics and reducing microhardness.
  • Experimental results demonstrate that this method significantly improves cutting quality, achieving a 73.58% better surface finish and changing the damage patterns during machining, thus providing a valuable approach for high-performance optical systems.
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Context: Various non-pharmacological therapies (NPTs) have been found to be helpful for depression in women with breast cancer (BC). However, the relative efficacy of different NPTs in women with BC during different treatment phases is unclear.

Objectives: To conduct a systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA) to compare the relative efficacy of various NPTs for improving depression in women with BC during the inter-/post-treatment periods.

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  • Modulating the electronic structure of dual-atom catalysts (DACs) is crucial for enhancing their anchoring and catalytic performance in lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs).
  • The research focuses on how the -band center, influenced by the electronic configuration of - and -orbitals, impacts the chemical properties of DACs, particularly in relation to their interaction with lithium polysulfides (LiPSs).
  • The MnCrBNC catalyst showcases an optimal configuration that leads to superior binding strength for LiPSs and improved performance metrics, contributing to better design strategies for high-performance LSB catalysts.
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Background: Emerging evidence has underscored the crucial role of infiltrating immune cells in the tumor immune microenvironment (TIME) of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) development and progression. With the implementation of screening programs, the incidence of early-stage NSCLC is rising. However, the high risk of recurrence and poor survival rates associated with this disease necessitate a deeper understanding of the TIME and its relationship with driver alterations.

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  • Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are linked to hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, with specific mutations in the ALK1 gene causing related disorders (hemorrhagic telangiectasia type 2).
  • Researchers used a variety of advanced techniques, including single-cell transcriptomics and electron microscopy, to analyze the effects of deleting the ALK1 gene in endothelial cells in mice, discovering significant vascular issues like leakage and abnormal growths.
  • The study identified a new cell type, termed arterial-lymphatic-like endothelial cells, formed after ALK1 deletion, with SOX17 being a crucial factor in their development; inhibiting the MDM2 protein showed promise in reducing the severity of AV
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  • The text discusses the need for improved detection of vulnerable road users (VRUs) like pedestrians and cyclists in autonomous driving to enhance safety.
  • It highlights the inadequacy of traditional classification methods due to the similarity between these two groups, prompting the development of a new algorithm based on the micro-Doppler effect.
  • The proposed method uses advanced data processing techniques and a support vector machine for better classification accuracy, showing superior performance through various testing methods.
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Background: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of severe illness in infants, with no effective treatment. Results of a phase 2 trial suggested that ziresovir may have efficacy in the treatment of infants hospitalized with RSV infection.

Methods: In a phase 3, multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial conducted in China, we enrolled participants 1 to 24 months of age who were hospitalized with RSV infection.

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  • High-order diffraction (HOD) often causes ghosting and efficiency loss in optical microstructures, making it a challenge for large-scale applications.
  • The study presents a new method for independently manipulating HODs using an analytical formula, enabling finer control of optical focus without the need for complex subwavelength structures.
  • Experimental results showcase significant advances, achieving a dry resolution of 190 nm in confocal imaging and a direct-writing resolution of 400 nm through laser-ablation lithography, representing notable improvements in visible-light microscopy techniques.
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Characterization of shared patterns of RNA expression between genes across conditions has led to the discovery of regulatory networks and novel biological functions. However, it is unclear if such coordination extends to translation, a critical step in gene expression. Here, we uniformly analyzed 3,819 ribosome profiling datasets from 117 human and 94 mouse tissues and cell lines.

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Background: Studies of the neurovascular contribution to dementia have largely focused on cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), but the role of intracranial atherosclerotic disease (ICAD) remains unknown in the general population. The objective of this study was to determine the risk of incident dementia from ICAD after adjusting for CSVD and cardiovascular risk factors in a US community-based cohort.

Methods: We acquired brain magnetic resonance imaging examinations from 2011 through 2013 in 1980 Black and White participants in the ARIC study (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities), a prospective cohort conducted in 4 US communities.

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Background: β-adrenergic receptor (β-AR) overactivation is a major pathological cue associated with cardiac injury and diseases. AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase), a conserved energy sensor, regulates energy metabolism and is cardioprotective. However, whether AMPK exerts cardioprotective effects via regulating the signaling pathway downstream of β-AR remains unclear.

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We conducted spatial immune tumor microenvironment (iTME) profiling using formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) samples of 25 KRAS-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), including 12 responders and 13 non-responders. An eleven-marker panel (CD3, CD4, CD8, FOXP3, CD68, arginase-1, CD33, HLA-DR, pan-keratin (PanCK), PD-1, and PD-L1) was used to study the tumor and immune cell compositions. Spatial features at single cell level with cellular neighborhoods and fractal analysis were determined.

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Bronchoscopic-assisted discrimination of lung tumors presents challenges, especially in cases with contraindications or inaccessible lesions. Through meta-analysis and validation using the HumanMethylation450 database, this study identified methylation markers for molecular discrimination in lung tumors and designed a sequencing panel. DNA samples from 118 bronchial washing fluid (BWF) specimens underwent enrichment via multiplex PCR before targeted methylation sequencing.

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Generating 3D bone cell networks in vitro that mimic the dynamic process during early bone formation remains challenging. Here, we report a synthetic biodegradable microporous hydrogel for efficient formation of 3D networks from human primary cells, analysis of cell-secreted extracellular matrix (ECM) and microfluidic integration. Using polymerization-induced phase separation, we demonstrate dynamic in situ formation of microporosity (5-20 µm) within matrix metalloproteinase-degradable polyethylene glycol hydrogels in the presence of living cells.

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Giredestrant is a potent and selective small-molecule estrogen receptor degrader. The objectives of this study were to assess the absolute bioavailability (aBA) of giredestrant and to determine the mass balance, routes of elimination, and metabolite profile of [C]giredestrant. In part 1 (mass balance), a single 30.

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Background: Pericoronary epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is a unique visceral fat depot that surrounds the adventitia of the coronary arteries without any anatomic barrier. Clinical studies have demonstrated the association between EAT volume and increased risks for coronary artery disease (CAD). However, the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the association remain elusive.

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Purpose To describe the clinical presentation, comprehensive cardiac MRI characteristics, and prognosis of individuals with predisposed heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Materials and Methods This prospective cohort study (part of MISSION-HFpEF [Multimodality Imaging in the Screening, Diagnosis, and Risk Stratification of HFpEF]; NCT04603404) was conducted from January 1, 2019, to September 30, 2021, and included individuals with suspected HFpEF who underwent cardiac MRI. Participants who had primary cardiomyopathy and primary valvular heart disease were excluded.

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Background: Time-restricted eating (TRE) lowers body weight in many studies. Whether TRE induces weight loss independent of reductions in calorie intake, as seen in rodent studies, is unknown.

Objective: To determine the effect of TRE versus a usual eating pattern (UEP) on body weight in the setting of stable caloric intake.

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Diabetes increases the likelihood of germ cell damage, hypogonadism, and male infertility. Diabetes leads to lower zinc (Zn) levels, an important micronutrient for maintaining male fertility, and zinc deficiency can lead to decreased male fertility through multiple mechanisms. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of combined metformin and zinc administration on epididymis in diabetic mice; 10 of 50 male mice were randomly selected as the control group (group C), and the remaining 40 mice were randomly divided into untreated diabetes group (group D), diabetes + zinc group (group Z), diabetes + metformin group (group M), and diabetes + metformin + zinc group (group ZM) with 10 mice each.

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  • * A meta-analysis included 78,607 patients from 11 trials, revealing that SGLT2i reduced MACE by 9%, primarily due to lower rates of cardiovascular death rather than incidents of myocardial infarction or stroke.
  • * Results showed consistent benefits from SGLT2i in patients with diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, suggesting wide applicability for improving heart-related outcomes among these populations.
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