Differential Strategies of Two Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Varieties in the Protection of under Saline-Alkaline Stress.

To delve into the growth and physiological adaptations exhibited by the economically vital black wolfberry () upon inoculation with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) under varying levels of saline-alkaline stress A series of pot experiments were conducted in a gradient saline-alkaline environment (0, 200, 400 mM NaCl: NaHCO = 1:1). One-year-old cuttings of black wolfberry, inoculated with two AMF species-Funneliformis mosseae (Fm) and Rhizophagus intraradices (Ri)-served as the experimental material, enabling a comprehensive analysis of seedling biomass, chlorophyll content, antioxidant enzyme activities, and other crucial physiological parameters. This study demonstrated that both Fm and Ri could form a symbiotic relationship with the root of .

Dendrobine alleviates oleic acid-induced lipid accumulation by inhibiting FOS/METTL14 pathway.

Dendrobine (DDB), an alkaloid isolated from the Chinese herb Dendrobium, has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects; however, whether DDB reduces oleic acid (OA)-induced lipid accumulation remains unclear. OA-induced lipid accumulation model of HepG2 cells were treated with DDB. Cellular lipid deposition was assessed by Oil Red O (ORO) staining and triglyceride and total cholesterol detection.

Effect of Persistent Salt Stress on the Physiology and Anatomy of Hybrid Walnut ( × ) Seedlings.

Soil salinization has become one of the major problems that threaten the ecological environment. The aim of this study is to explore the mechanism of salt tolerance of hybrid walnuts ( × ) under long-term salt stress through the dynamic changes of growth, physiological and biochemical characteristics, and anatomical structure. Our findings indicate that (1) salt stress inhibited seedling height and ground diameter increase, and (2) with increasing salt concentration, relative water content (RWC) decreased, and proline (Pro) and soluble sugar (SS) content increased.

Association between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and the risk of pulmonary nodules in patients with intestinal polyps.

Background: Associations between metabolic risk factors and lung cancer remain elusive, and evidence on the linkage between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and pulmonary nodules is limited. This study sought to examine the independent association between NAFLD and the risk of pulmonary nodules.

Methods: Cross-sectional analyses of 1,119 patients with intestinal polyps hospitalized at the Department of Gastroenterology, Minhang District Central Hospital of Shanghai, China, were conducted.

The regulating mechanism of salt tolerance of black walnut seedlings was revealed by the physiological and biochemical integration analysis.

Salt stress is an important abiotic stress that seriously affects plant growth. In order to research the salt tolerance of walnut rootstocks so as to provide scientific basis for screening salt-tolerant walnut rootstocks, two kinds of black walnut seedlings, Juglans microcarpa L. (JM) and Juglans nigra L.

Histological and functional assessment of a Takotsubo cardiomyopathy model established by immobilization stress.

Introduction: Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TTC), also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy, resembles acute heart failure syndrome but lacks disease-specific diagnosis and treatment strategies. TTC accounts for approximately 5-6% of all suspected cases of acute coronary syndrome in women. At present, animal models of TTC are often created by large amounts of exogenous catecholamines such as isoproterenol.

Single-cell sequencing combined with machine learning reveals the mechanism of interaction between epilepsy and stress cardiomyopathy.

Background: Epilepsy is a disorder that can manifest as abnormalities in neurological or physical function. Stress cardiomyopathy is closely associated with neurological stimulation. However, the mechanisms underlying the interrelationship between epilepsy and stress cardiomyopathy are unclear.

Effects of Salt Stress on the Morphology, Growth and Physiological Parameters of L. Seedlings.

In this study, to screen for walnut salt-tolerant rootstocks, L. seedlings were treated in different NaCl concentrations (0, 50, 100, 200, and 300 mmol/L), and the growth situation of seedlings was observed. Moreover, we determined the physiological indexes of seedlings on different days (6, 12, 18, and 24 d) after treatment.

Metabolome and Transcriptome Profiling Unveil the Mechanisms of Polyphenol Synthesis in the Developing Endopleura of Walnut ( L.).

Walnut ( L.) is an important woody nut tree species, and its endopleura (the inner coating of a seed) is rich in many polyphenols. Thus far, the pathways and essential genes involved in polyphenol biosynthesis in developing walnut endopleura remain largely unclear.

Phenotypic Differences and Physiological Responses of Salt Resistance of Walnut with Four Rootstock Types.

Walnut is one of the world’s four largest nuts. Currently, the bottleneck in walnut breeding is the production of resistant variants. Soil salinization is a global problem, and the use of salt-tolerant rootstocks is a basic strategy to overcome the challenge of sustained walnut production.

A genome variation map provides insights into the genetics of walnut adaptation and agronomic traits.

Background: Common walnut (Juglans regia L.) is one of the top four most consumed nuts in the world due to its health benefits and pleasant taste. Despite its economic importance, the evolutionary history and genetic control of its adaptation and agronomic traits remain largely unexplored.

Knockdown of TRIM15 inhibits the activation of hepatic stellate cells.

Liver fibrosis is a global public health problem, and the activation of hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) is the main driving force for liver fibrosis. However, the activation mechanism of HSCs is still not fully understood. In this study, we screened out 854 differentially expressed genes [Log fold change absolute: log2 FC(abs) ≥ 1] in activated LX-2 cells.

The complete chloroplast genome of (Warder) Engelmann (Bignoniaceae).

(Warder) Engelm. is a precious tree widely used as a large ornamental shade tree. In this study, the complete chloroplast genome was assembled from Illumina sequencing data.

The complete chloroplast genome of paradox (), an interspecific hybrid in China.

Paradox is one of the most important rootstock resources in USA and China walnut industry. In this study, we characterized the complete chloroplast genome of Paradox ( × ) based on next generation sequencing. The circular complete chloroplast genome was 160,324 bp in length, containing a large single-copy (LSC) region of 89,852 bp, and a small single-copy (SSC) region of 18,410 bp.

Transcriptome Analysis of Walnut ( L.) Embryos Reveals Key Developmental Stages and Genes Involved in Lipid Biosynthesis and Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Metabolism.

Walnut ( L.) is a widely cultivated woody oilseed tree species, and its embryo is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids. Thus far, the pathways and essential genes involved in oil biosynthesis in developing walnut embryos remain largely unclear.

Combined effects of water stress and salinity on growth, physiological, and biochemical traits in two walnut genotypes.

Due to its great economic value, walnut (Juglans regia L.) has received increasing attention during recent years. However, water stress and salinity limit walnut growth, production, and quality.

Soil Chemical and Microbiological Properties Are Changed by Long-Term Chemical Fertilizers That Limit Ecosystem Functioning.

Although the effects of fertilization and microbiota on plant growth have been widely studied, our understanding of the chemical fertilizers to alter soil chemical and microbiological properties in woody plants is still limited. The aim of the present study is to investigate the impact of long-term application of chemical fertilizers on chemical and microbiological properties of root-associated soils of walnut trees. The results show that soil organic matter (OM), pH, total nitrogen (TN), nitrate-nitrogen (NO), and total phosphorus (TP) contents were significantly higher in non-fertilized soil than after chemical fertilization.

The Transcriptome Landscape of Walnut Interspecies Hybrid ( × ) and Regulation of Cambial Activity in Relation to Grafting.

Walnuts (, Juglandaceae) are known throughout the world as economically important trees that provide fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals as a food source, and produce high-quality timber. We have amended the purpose section to say "However," the omics resources are limited, which hampered the elucidation of molecular mechanisms resulting in their economically important traits (such as yield, fertility alternation, oil synthesis, and wood formation). To enrich the omics database of walnut, there is great need for analyses of its genomic and transcriptomic characteristics.

Optical spectroscopy study of Ca(RuMn)O single crystal in high magnetic fields.

The magneto-optical spectrum, with magnetic fields up to 42 T, of double layered ruthenates Ca(RuMn)O (CRMO) single crystal is studied. Both the temperature and magnetic field induced insulator-to-metal transitions (IMTs) are observed via magneto-optical properties of the crystal. The critical magnetic field (H // c) of IMT for CRMO is found to be as large as 35 T at 5 K.

Plasmon-enhanced versatile optical nonlinearities in a Au-Ag-Au multi-segmental hybrid structure.

A Au-Ag-Au multi-segmental hybrid structure has been synthesized by using an electrodeposition method based on an anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) membrane. The third-order optical nonlinearities, second harmonic generation (SHG) and photoluminescence (PL) properties containing ultrafast supercontinuum generation and plasmon mediated thermal emission have been investigated. Significant optical enhancements have been obtained near surface plasmon resonance wavelength in all the abovementioned nonlinear processes.

A novel rejuvenation approach to induce endohormones and improve rhizogenesis in mature tree.

Background: is a difficult-to-root tree. In the present study, we successfully rejuvenated stock plants by grafting and then burying them horizontally.

Results: Rooting rates of rejuvenated shoots were 98.

Plasmon-enhanced fluorescence of PbS quantum dots for remote near-infrared imaging.

Gold nanoparticles with nanoscale protrusions can be synthesized by seed-mediated growth in favor of tuning the surface plasmon band towards the near-infrared regime. Electromagnetic field enhancement makes significant contribution to improve fluorescence emission of PbS quantum dots in the near-infrared window, identifying their application in remote imaging by collecting the scattered fluorescence of their hybrids.

Lanthanide doped nanoparticles as remote sensors for magnetic fields.

We report the effect of magnetic fields (MFs) on emission Eu-doped NaYF4 nanoparticles. A notable shift in the position of emission bands and the suppressed emission intensity are observed with the MF. These magnetic-optical interactions are explained in terms of the Zeeman effect, enhanced cross-relaxation rate and change of site symmetry.