Publications by authors named "Qiu J"

Cesium-formamidinium lead triiodide perovskite quantum dot (CsFAPbI PQD) is very promising for photovoltaic applications due to its good phase stability and outstanding optoelectronic properties. However, achieving the CsFAPbI PQDs with tunable compositions and robust surface matrix remains a challenge. Here, the surface matrix-mediated cation exchange of PQDs is proposed, in which a bi-functional molecule, tetrafluoroborate methylammonium (FABF), is applied for the cation exchange and stabilizing surface matrix of PQDs.

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Fluorescence fluctuation-based super-resolution microscopy (FF-SRM) is an economical and widely applicable technique that significantly enhances the spatial resolution of fluorescence imaging by capitalizing on fluorescence intermittency. However, each variant of FF-SRM imaging has inherent limitations. This study proposes a super-resolution reconstruction strategy (synSRM) by synergizing multiple variants of the FF-SRM approach to address the limitations and achieve high-quality and high-resolution imaging.

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  • * Traditional pain management methods, including NSAIDs, opioids, and other medications, have shown limited effectiveness in alleviating lymphatic pain.
  • * The review aims to enhance understanding of lymphatic pain through research-based insights, emphasizing the importance of precise pain assessment and innovative behavioral interventions to improve treatment outcomes.
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  • - The enzyme GAPC3 plays a key role in various plant processes but its connection to rice quality traits is not well understood; this study identifies mutations in the gene that improve protein content and nutritional quality in rice.
  • - Mutants exhibit significant increases in protein body size and overall grain protein content, while also showing higher chalkiness and reduced starch levels, which impacts taste and gel consistency.
  • - The findings suggest that GAPC3 mutations influence both the metabolism of proteins and starch in rice and affect how rice seedlings respond to salt stress, providing insights for developing improved, salt-resistant rice varieties.
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  • The study investigates the associations between fine particulate matter (PM) and green space with the risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in a large cohort of 30,684 participants in Ningbo, China.
  • Findings reveal that higher PM levels are linked to an increased risk of RA (HR 1.23), while greater residential green space is associated with a reduced risk (HRs around 0.79-0.80).
  • The study notes a significant interaction between PM and green space, suggesting that the protective effect of green spaces against RA can be diminished by high PM exposure.
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  • The study investigates the effects of three common insecticides (thiamethoxam, bifenthrin, and dinotefuran) on tea cultivation, specifically examining how their combined use affects their breakdown and potential dietary risks.
  • It finds that the combined application of thiamethoxam and bifenthrin extends their half-lives significantly, leading to increased concentrations of these chemicals in tea over 28 days compared to when applied individually.
  • Although dietary risks from these pesticides are considered acceptable for Tianmuhu white tea, the study highlights concern over cumulative pesticide exposure from various dietary sources and emphasizes the importance of refining pesticide application strategies.
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Spatial epidemiology offers a comprehensive framework for analyzing the spatial distribution and transmission of diseases, leveraging advanced technical tools and software, including Geographic Information Systems (GISs), remote sensing technology, statistical and mathematical software, and spatial analysis tools. Despite its increasing application to swine viral diseases (SVDs), certain challenges arise from its interdisciplinary nature. To support novices, frontline veterinarians, and public health policymakers in navigating its complexities, we provide a comprehensive overview of the common applications of spatial epidemiology in SVD.

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Hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] exposure increases the risk of cancer occurrence. This study found that the levels of an atypical methyltransferase, METTL16 were greatly upregulated in the cells, and mouse tissues with Cr(VI) exposure, and played a critical role in cell proliferation and tumor growth induced by Cr(VI). Similarly, we found METTL16 was upregulated in various human cancer tissues.

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  • Hyperspectral imaging (HSI) offers detailed tissue analysis compared to traditional imaging, which is crucial for surgeries needing precise differentiation.
  • Current handheld optical systems face limitations in focal depth, making them less effective for operating room use.
  • By integrating a focus-tunable liquid lens and using deep reinforcement learning for video autofocusing, our new approach significantly outperformed traditional methods and received positive feedback from neurosurgeons in usability trials.
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  • * The system works by emitting modulated laser pulses and processing the received signals with a technique called dynamic multithreshold.
  • * Experimental results show it can accurately measure distances to a low reflectivity target up to 125 meters with less than 20 cm precision and under 10 microseconds response time, making it a promising option for practical and affordable LiDAR solutions.
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  • Creativity is measured through divergent thinking (DT), a complex cognitive ability that involves various brain processes like memory and attention.
  • Researchers used fMRI and machine learning to uncover specific neural patterns that predict DT, confirming their findings with genetic data and resting-state fMRI results.
  • DT is linked to brain regions involved in different cognitive functions, showing a strong relationship with dopamine-related neurotransmitters, which enhances our understanding of the neuroscience behind creativity.
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Immune cells in the lungs are important for maintaining lung function. The importance of immune cells in defending against lung diseases and infections is increasingly recognized. However, a primary knowledge gaps in current studies of lung immune cells is the understanding of their subtypes and functional heterogeneity.

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In this study, we employed bioinformatics techniques to identify genes associated with apoptosis in recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). We retrieved the RPL expression profile datasets GSE165004 and GSE73025 from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. We also obtained data from the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) Pathway of Apoptosis (hsa04210) to identify apoptosis-related genes.

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  • Tumor-stroma percentage (TSP) is evaluated as a prognostic factor in gastric cancer (GC), with a study focusing on its predictive potential through a personalized model and semi-automatic identification system.
  • The study included 813 GC patients from Shanghai General Hospital and 59 from Bengbu Medical College, using Cox regression analyses to establish TSP-visual and other factors as independent predictors of overall survival.
  • Results indicated TSP-visual significantly correlated with adverse outcomes and could effectively predict 5-year overall survival when incorporated into a novel nomogram.
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  • - Thermogenic brown adipocytes (BAs) help combat obesity by burning lipids to produce heat, and a protein called LETMD1 is crucial for their mitochondrial function but its mechanisms are not fully understood.
  • - Researchers used various methods to show that LETMD1 is important for maintaining mitochondrial health; lack of LETMD1 leads to protein buildup, oxidative stress, and problems with mitochondrial recycling in brown adipocytes.
  • - By identifying proteins that interact with LETMD1, the study found that it helps regulate the import and translation of proteins necessary for mitochondrial function, suggesting LETMD1 plays a key role in keeping mitochondria stable in brown fat cells.
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The miRNA plays a key role in the regulation of hormone signaling in insects. The pathways by which miRNAs affect hormone levels are unclear in the honeybee (), an indispensable pollinator in nature. In this study, ame-miR-5119 was overexpressed and knocked down in larvae by feeding mimics and inhibitors, respectively, and we determined that ame-miR-5119 regulates hormone signaling through the target gene ecdysis triggering hormone (), which affects the larval-pupal transition of workers.

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  • - The study examined how non-exercise estimated cardiorespiratory fitness (eCRF) affects mortality rates in hypertensive adults, showing that better eCRF is linked to lower risks of death from all causes and cardiovascular diseases but not from cancer.
  • - Data from 27,437 participants indicated that for each 1 metabolic equivalent increase in eCRF, there were significant decreases in all-cause mortality (HR 0.78) and CVD mortality (HR 0.79), with a stronger effect seen in females than in males.
  • - The findings highlight the importance of eCRF in health outcomes for hypertensive individuals and suggest that further research is required to explore these relationships across different populations.
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  • - The study investigates how hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)], a known carcinogen, causes epigenetic changes that contribute to cancer development, specifically focusing on the role of the RNA methyltransferase NSUN2 and its effects on cell behavior.
  • - Researchers found that higher levels of NSUN2 in Cr(VI)-transformed cells and lung tissues positively affect cell proliferation, migration, and tumor growth by modifying RNA stability of certain genes related to metabolism and the cell cycle.
  • - The findings suggest that NSUN2 and its interaction with the m5C reader ALYREF play a critical role in Cr(VI)-induced carcinogenesis, highlighting potential new biomarkers or therapeutic targets for cancer associated with chromium exposure
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The efficient release of magnetic energy in astrophysical plasmas, such as during solar flares, can in principle be achieved through magnetic diffusion, at a rate determined by the associated electric field. However, attempts at measuring electric fields in the solar atmosphere are scarce, and none exist for sites where the magnetic energy is presumably released. Here, we present observations of an energetic event using the National Science Foundation's Daniel K.

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Background: The purpose of the study was to evaluate renal quality and predict posttransplant graft function using ex vivo sound touch elastography (STE).

Methods: In this prospective study, 106 donor kidneys underwent ex vivo STE examination and biopsy from March 2022 to August 2023. The mean stiffness of the superficial cortex (STE), deep cortex (STE), and medulla (STE) was obtained and synthesized into one index (STE) through the factor analysis method.

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  • Cervical cancer is a major health issue for women globally, and therapies are limited; recent research highlights ferroptosis as a potential treatment, with KLF14 playing a critical role.
  • In experiments with cervical cancer cell lines, overexpression of KLF14 triggered ferroptosis and reduced cell growth, while also affecting tumor development in mouse models.
  • KLF14 suppresses the gene GPX4 by binding to its promoter, which decreases GPX4 levels and facilitates ferroptosis, suggesting a promising avenue for therapeutic development in cervical cancer.
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The occurrence of multiple primary lung cancer (MPLC) has witnessed a significant surge in recent years within the Chinese population. MPLC is distinguished by its potential genetic susceptibility and notable genetic heterogeneity. Investigating the etiology of MPLC holds substantial clinical importance.

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  • Anxiety disorders are common in China, but current assessments rely heavily on subjective evaluations, leading to potential diagnostic mistakes.
  • The study utilized facial expression recognition as an objective tool to help identify generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) more accurately, involving a sample of GAD patients and healthy controls.
  • Results indicated strong correlations between facial expressions and anxiety measurements, suggesting that using facial expression recognition can improve the diagnostic process for anxiety disorders.
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  • The study investigates how microbiota influences the immune response to influenza A virus (IAV) infection.
  • It finds that a specific commensal bacterium helps protect mice from IAV by enhancing the activity of virus-specific CD8 T cells.
  • Additionally, administering acetate mimicked this protective effect by altering metabolic processes in T cells, emphasizing the importance of microbiota-derived acetate in antiviral immunity.
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