Publications by authors named "Shengrui Zhang"

Soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] is an exceptionally rich in isoflavones, and these compounds attach to oestrogen receptors in the human body, lessening the risk of breast cancer and effectively alleviating menopausal syndrome symptoms.

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Identifying the baseline status and the timing of ecosystem disturbances are essential for restoration programs. The historical bioaccumulation of heavy metals was assessed from an 80-cm-long core from the Manzala Lagoon (Nile Delta). The heavy metal concentrations increased slightly upward and peaked around 1964, after the completion of Aswan High Dam.

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  • The study investigates the combined use of LGALS3BP and GDF-15 as biomarkers for predicting mortality outcomes in sepsis patients in the ICU.
  • It analyzed data from 208 patients, comparing those who survived to those who did not, and found that higher levels of these biomarkers were associated with higher mortality rates.
  • The combination of LGALS3BP and GDF-15 provided a more accurate prediction of death than either biomarker alone and was also effective compared to traditional scoring systems like APACHE II and SOFA scores.
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Detection of rare bases (RBs) is key to understanding biological complexity, rapidly diagnosing genetic diseases and advancing personalized medicine. Electrochemical sensors are one of the most promising methods for RB detection, but their low responsiveness limits their effectiveness. Therefore, enhancing selectivity and sensitivity is necessary.

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Imaging probe and contrast agents play significant role in combating cancer. Based on special chemical materials, imaging probe can convert cancer symptoms into information-rich images with high sensitivity and signal amplification, accompanying with detection, diagnosis, drug delivery and treatment. In the paper, some inorganic and organic chemical materials as imaging probe, including Ultrasound imaging (US), Optical imaging (OP), Photoacoustic imaging (PA), X-ray Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance imaging (MRI), Radionuclide imaging (RNI) probe, as well as multi-modality imaging probe for diagnosis and therapy of tumour were introduced.

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Rechargeable aluminum ion batteries (AIBs) have recently gained widespread research concern as energy storage technologies because of their advantages of being safe, economical, environmentally friendly, sustainable, and displaying high performance. Nevertheless, the intense Coulombic interactions between the Al ions with high charge density and the lattice of the electrode body lead to poor cathode kinetics and limited cycle life in AIBs. This paper reviews the recent advances in the cathode design of AIBs to gain a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by current AIBs.

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Soybeans ( L.), originating in China, were introduced to South America in the late 19th century after passing through North America. South America is now a major soybean-producing region, accounting for approximately 40% of the global soybean production.

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During remediation of black-odorous sediment, the pathways of phosphorus immobilization require clarification alongside the oxidation of sulfide and ferrous. This study separated the oxidation stages of sulfide and ferrous through controlled sodium nitrate dosing ratios and methods, and analyzed the changes in phosphorus species and immobilization effects throughout these processes. Results showed that iron-bound phosphorus was the primary contributor to the phosphorus immobilization in the oxidation process, with increased 19% in ferrous oxidation stage and affected the transformation between phosphorus sources or sinks in the adsorption experiment.

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  • Soybeans are cultivated globally for their protein and oil, with isoflavone content being influenced by genetic and environmental factors; a study analyzed diverse soybean germplasm in China over two years.* -
  • Significant variations were found in total isoflavone (TIF) content among soybean accessions, with USA accessions exhibiting the highest average TIF levels, and black-seeded soybeans showing the highest concentrations.* -
  • The research highlights the potential of high TIF-content soybean varieties for applications in food and pharmaceuticals, with certain isoflavones strongly correlating with overall isoflavone content.*
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  • - Soybean, a crucial global source of protein and oil, has adapted genetically to different latitudes, but the mechanisms behind this adaptation are not well understood.
  • - The study analyzed genetic variations in various soybean species to identify key gene loci affecting flowering time, revealing that specific genes influenced by agricultural selection account for a significant portion of flowering time variation.
  • - The research developed a model to predict suitable soybean planting zones based on genetic data, providing insights into the evolution of soybean and helping with climate-smart breeding for diverse environments.
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  • A digital workflow is detailed for quickly designing and creating interim fixed prostheses using open-access software and 3D printing technology.
  • * Intraoral scanning data is utilized to design the prostheses through offset and margin sculpting, followed by a Boolean operation for finalization.
  • * The streamlined design process and use of accessible software improve efficiency and accessibility in creating interim restorations.*
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Since nitrate nitrogen (NO-N) input has proved an effective approach for the treatment of black and odorous river waterbody, it was controversial whether the total nitrogen concentration standard should be raised when the effluent from the sewage treatment plant is discharged into the polluted river. To reveal the effect of exogenous nitrate (NO-N) on black odorous waterbody, sediments with different features from contaminated rivers were collected, and the changes of physical and chemical characteristics and microbial community structure in sediments before and after the addition of exogenous NO-N were investigated. The results showed that after the input of NO-N, reducing substances such as acid volatile sulfide (AVS) in the sediment decreased by 80 % on average, ferrous (Fe) decreased by 50 %, yet the changing trend of ammonia nitrogen (NH-N) in some sediment samples increased while others decreased.

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  • Rare base-pairs, including guanine paired with unique bases like 5-methylcytosine, are important in epigenetic research for chronic disease and cancer detection.
  • * Research shows that rare base-pairs are more stable when adsorbed on B-doped γ-graphyne nanosheets compared to pure or N-doped versions.
  • * Translocation times and sensing responses of these base-pairs can help in developing new biosensor techniques for accurate detection.
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Objectives: This study aims at examining the correlation of intraosseous temperature change with drilling impulse data during osteotomy and establishing real-time temperature prediction models.

Materials And Methods: A combination of in vitro bovine rib model and Autonomous Dental Implant Robotic System (ADIR) was set up, in which intraosseous temperature and drilling impulse data were measured using an infrared camera and a six-axis force/torque sensor respectively. A total of 800 drills with different parameters (e.

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Design technology co-optimization (DTCO) is a potential approach to tackle the escalating expenses and complexities associated with pitch scaling. This strategy offers a promising solution by minimizing the required design dimensions and mitigating the pitch scaling trend. It is worth noting that lithography has played a significant role in dimensional scaling over time.

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This article presents the data utilized in a study focused on identifying an optimal bus dispatching strategy in light of epidemic impacts. The study specifically examines the Xi'an Xiaozhai central business district (CBD) street network, which consists of 33 major signalized intersections and 112 bus stops associated with 12 bus routes. The dataset includes details of intersection and bus stop geospatial data, street segment and intersection design, intersection signal timing plans, bus route operational properties such as dispatching frequencies, fleet sizes, loading bay capacities, and bus-specific parameters.

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From 61 QTL mapped, a stable QTL cluster of 992 kb was discovered on chromosome 5 for folate content and a putative candidate gene, Glyma.05G237500, was identified. Folate (vitamin B9) is one of the most essential micronutrients whose deficiencies lead to various health defects in humans.

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Soybean (Glycine max) morphogenesis and flowering time are accurately regulated by photoperiod, which determine the yield potential and limit soybean cultivars to a narrow latitudinal range. The and genes, which encode phytochrome A photoreceptors in soybean, promote the expression of the legume-specific flowering repressor to delay floral transition under long-day (LD) conditions. However, the underlying molecular mechanism remains unclear.

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Graphyne (GY) and functionalized GY have become cutting-edge research materials for the scientific community. In the present work, the adsorption of rare bases -cytosine (Cyt), 5-methylcytosine (5-meCyt), 5-hydroxymethylcytosine (5-hmCyt), 5-formoxylcytosine (5-fCyt), and 5-carboxylcytosine (5-caCyt) on pristine, B- and N-doped γ-GY was investigated by the first-principles density functional method; methods were designed to distinguish these rare bases by the translocation time and sensitivity. Initially, the stability of pristine, B- and N-doped γ-GY was ascertained by the cohesion energy, and the electronic properties were also analyzed by the energy gap and density of state (DOS).

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  • Researchers successfully created ultra-thin triangular gold-thiolate single-layer assemblies (SLAs) that are less than 2 nm thick, overcoming challenges in supramolecular science.
  • These SLAs exhibited remarkable stability against temperature, solvents, and mechanical stress, thanks to a double-ligand co-assembly technique.
  • The unique molecular structure allows these assemblies to deform elastically and anisotropically when exposed to external forces, opening up new possibilities for applications in bio-inspired nanomechanics.
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Introduction: Isoflavones are the secondary metabolites synthesized by the phenylpropanoid biosynthesis pathway in soybean that benefits human and plant health.

Methods: In this study, we have profiled seed isoflavone content by HPLC in 1551 soybean accessions grown in Beijing and Hainan for two consecutive years (2017 and 2018) and in Anhui for one year (2017).

Results: A broad range of phenotypic variations was observed for individual and total isoflavone (TIF) content.

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  • Global malnutrition is worsened by poor diets, but vegetable soybean (maodou) is emerging as a nutritious and affordable alternative snack and vegetable.
  • The study evaluated the nutritional profile of 12 soybean cultivars at both vegetable and mature stages, revealing high levels of moisture, protein, vitamins, and minerals in maodou.
  • RNA-seq analysis highlighted variations in biosynthesis enzymes during seed development, indicating complex relationships between nutrients, suggesting maodou could significantly aid nutritional needs.
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With the in-depth development of the Western Development Strategy and Rural Revitalization, the tourism industry has become an important economic sector to drive local development in northwestern minority areas of China. This study established a database of tourism resources in Longde county and analyzed the spatial pattern of these tourism resources by using the scale index and kernel density. From the perspective of the natural and social environment, this paper quantitatively discusses the influencing factors of the spatial pattern of tourism resources in the county based on a multiple linear regression model.

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