Publications by authors named "L-Y 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 immune escape capacities of XBB variants necessitate the authorization of vaccines with these antigens. In this study, we produce three recombinant trimeric proteins from the RBD sequences of Delta, BA.5, and XBB.

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Microsatellite instability (MSI) detection using tumor tissue is a well-established prognostic and predictive biomarker for certain types of cancers. However, tumor tissue samples are less convenient to obtain than blood plasma samples. The main challenge facing next-generation sequencing-based MSI detection in blood plasma samples is the ultralow signal/noise ratio in plasma cell-free DNA (cfDNA).

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Background: CDK4/6 inhibitors are highly valued, but the incidence of cardiovascular adverse events (CVAEs) associated with CDK4/6 inhibitors is not clear.

Objective: Our aim was therefore to assess the risk of developing CVAEs associated with CDK4/6 inhibitors, by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), along with a pharmacovigilance study of the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database.

Methods: Eligible CVAEs were extracted from the ClinicalTrials.

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Spodoptera litura (S. litura) is a polyphagous pest of the family Lepidoptera, which causes damage and yields losses to many crops. The long-term use of chemical pesticides for control not only seriously threatens environmental health, but also causes S.

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Neurons are best studied in their native states in which their functional and morphological dynamics support animals' natural behaviors. Super-resolution microscopy can potentially reveal these dynamics in higher details but has been challenging in behaving animals due to severe motion artifacts. Here we report multiplexed, line-scanning, structured illumination microscopy, which can tolerate motion of up to 50 μm s while achieving 150-nm and 100-nm lateral resolutions in its linear and nonlinear forms, respectively.

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The COVID-19 pandemic, exacerbated by persistent viral mutations, underscored the urgent need for diverse inhibitors targeting multiple viral proteins. In this study, we utilized covalent DNA-encoded libraries to discover innovative triazine-based covalent inhibitors for the 3-chymotrypsin-like protease (3CL, Nsp5) and the papain-like protease (PL) domains of Nsp3, as well as novel non-nucleoside covalent inhibitors for the nonstructural protein 12 (Nsp12, RdRp). Optimization through molecular docking and medicinal chemistry led to the development of , a nonpeptide 3CL inhibitor with an IC of 0.

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  • The study developed an intranasal COVID-19 vaccine called RBD-HR, which consists of a receptor binding domain-derived protein and a special oil-in-water adjuvant for enhanced immune response.
  • Testing in mice and rats showed that the vaccine generated strong and long-lasting immune responses, producing high levels of neutralizing antibodies against specific SARS-CoV-2 variants for at least six months.
  • Additionally, the intranasal administration of the vaccine resulted in effective mucosal and systemic immunity, and when used as a booster after mRNA vaccines, it provided better immune responses and protection against live virus challenges.
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  • * Findings show that in 2021, the overall prevalence was 13.6%, with significantly higher rates for men (24.3%) compared to women (2.6%), and marked regional differences across the country.
  • * Male sex, older age, and certain health conditions like hypertension and obesity are linked to higher hyperuricemia prevalence, highlighting the need for increased awareness and management of this issue in China's developed areas.
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Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) increases plasma low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) by decreasing the expression of the LDL-receptor on hepatic cells. Ongericimab (JS002) is a novel PCSK9 monoclonal antibody that exhibits a long-acting LDL-C lowering effect by exclusively inhibiting PCSK9 in pre-clinical studies. Two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials were conducted to evaluate the safety, tolerability, efficacy, immunogenicity, pharmacokinetic, and pharmacodynamic profiles of ongericimab in healthy subjects and patients with hypercholesterolemia.

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: The aim of this study was to prepare monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) that broadly target and protect against infection by multi-drug-resistant (MDR) from different sources. : mAb 8E6 and mAb 1B5 were prepared by sequentially immunizing mice with a sublethal inoculation of three heterogeneous serotypes of pan-drug-resistant (PDR) , ST-208, ST-195, and ST-229. : The cross-recognition of heterogeneous bacteria (n = 13) by two mAbs and potential targets was verified, and the in vitro antibacterial efficacy of mAbs was assessed.

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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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Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a malignant tumor characterized by a high mortality rate. The occurrence and progression of HCC are linked to oxidative stress. Glyoxalase-1 (GLO1) plays an important role in regulating oxidative stress, yet the underlying mechanism remains unclear.

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  • * The researchers developed high-performance fluorescent biosensors called sensitive to arginine (STAR) that allow for real-time monitoring of arginine levels in cells, mice, and clinical samples.
  • * Using STAR, they discovered the influence of different amino acids on arginine levels and found that serum arginine levels tend to rise with age, which could help in assessing the progression of conditions like vitiligo.
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Stapokibart (CM310) is a humanized IL-4Rα monoclonal antibody currently undergoing phase 3 trials for type 2 inflammatory diseases. In contrast to dupilumab, which bound exclusively to human IL-4Rα, stapokibart demonstrated cross-species reactivity to IL-4Rα from human, cynomolgus monkey, and rat. Stapokibart exhibited comparable blocking activity to dupilumab.

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  • A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to explore the causal relationships between genetically determined sedentary behaviors and various health outcomes, looking at data from 31 MR studies.
  • The analysis identified 47 significant causal associations, with increased leisure TV watching linked to higher risks of heart diseases and type 2 diabetes, while leisure computer use showed protective effects against certain health conditions like arthritis and Alzheimer's.
  • The study concludes that different sedentary behaviors have unique effects on health, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions that not only reduce sedentary time but also encourage healthier sedentary activities.
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  • The study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of administering the inactivated quadrivalent influenza vaccine (IIV4) and the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) together in adults aged 60 and older in China.
  • Participants were split into two groups: one received both vaccines at the same time (C group) and the other received them separately (S group). Blood samples were tested for antibody levels after vaccination.
  • Results showed that the immune response from the combined administration was comparable to the separate administration, with fewer adverse events reported in the C group, indicating that it is a safe option for older adults.
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  • The study investigates how retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells become active during proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR) after eye trauma, focusing on their rapid growth and changes.
  • By examining chromatin accessibility and histone modifications in mouse models, the researchers map the epigenetic changes that correspond with the activation of specific genes associated with PVR.
  • They identify potential treatments, including medications that inhibit enhancer activity and gene therapies, which could slow down PVR progression by targeting key molecular pathways.
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Despite the potential of small molecules and recombinant proteins to enhance the efficiency of homology-directed repair (HDR), single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) donors, as currently designed and chemically modified, remain suboptimal for precise gene editing. Here, we screen the biased ssDNA binding sequences of DNA repair-related proteins and engineer RAD51-preferred sequences into HDR-boosting modules for ssDNA donors. Donors with these modules exhibit an augmented affinity for RAD51, thereby enhancing HDR efficiency across various genomic loci and cell types when cooperated with Cas9, nCas9, and Cas12a.

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Amino acid metabolism plays a pivotal role in tumor microenvironment, influencing various aspects of cancer progression. The metabolic reprogramming of amino acids in tumor cells is intricately linked to protein synthesis, nucleotide synthesis, modulation of signaling pathways, regulation of tumor cell metabolism, maintenance of oxidative stress homeostasis, and epigenetic modifications. Furthermore, the dysregulation of amino acid metabolism also impacts tumor microenvironment and tumor immunity.

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  • The evolution of SARS-CoV-2 variants highlights the need for multivalent vaccines, leading to the development of SCTV01E, a tetravalent COVID-19 vaccine targeting variants Alpha, Beta, Delta, and Omicron BA.1.
  • A double-blind placebo-controlled trial showed SCTV01E had a vaccine efficacy of 69.4% against COVID-19 seven days post-vaccination, with higher efficacy rates in preventing symptomatic and all infections at 14 days.
  • The vaccine demonstrated a significant neutralizing antibody response against Omicron BA.5 and had mild reactogenicity, indicating its potential effectiveness against emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants.
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Background: Previous studies focusing on assessing the effects of remnant cholesterol (RC) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) on stroke may not consider their mutual influence. We aimed to explore the associations of RC and discordant high RC with LDL-C with stroke, ischemic stroke (IS), and hemorrhagic stroke.

Methods: This prospective cohort study was conducted based on 3 cohorts of the China-PAR (Prediction for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk in China) project.

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Background And Purpose: Symptoms of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) are sometimes refractory to shunt placement, with limited ability to predict improvement for individual patients. We evaluated an MRI-based artificial intelligence method to predict postshunt NPH symptom improvement.

Materials And Methods: Patients with NPH who underwent MRI before shunt placement at a single center (2014-2021) were identified.

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  • * A study utilized CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing with rAAV2/8 vectors to target intron 6 of the CYP4V2 gene in various cell types and a mouse model, successfully integrating critical genetic sequences for improving cell functions.
  • * The gene editing therapy showed positive outcomes, including restored cell viability and improved RPE and photoreceptor health in mouse models, indicating that this method has the potential for long-term treatment of BCD.
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Genetic elements are foundational in synthetic biology serving as vital building blocks. They enable programming host cells for efficient production of valuable chemicals and recombinant proteins. The unfolded protein response (UPR) is a stress pathway in which the transcription factor Hac1 interacts with the upstream unfolded protein response element (UPRE) of the promoter to restore endoplasmic reticulum (ER) homeostasis.

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