Publications by authors named "XiaoChen Zhang"

Metabolic disorders have been identified as one of the causes of drug-induced liver injury; however, the direct regulatory mechanism regarding this disorder has not yet been clarified. In this study, a single regulatory mechanism of small molecule kinase inhibitors, with crizotinib as the representative drug is elucidated. First, it is discovered that crizotinib induced aberrant lipid metabolism and apoptosis in the liver.

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Research into new solutions for wearable assistive devices for the visually impaired is an important area of assistive technology (AT). This plays a crucial role in improving the functionality and independence of the visually impaired, helping them to participate fully in their daily lives and in various community activities. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of the literature published over the last decade on wearable assistive devices for the visually impaired, retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) using CiteSpace, to provide an overview of the current state of research, trends, and hotspots in the field.

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Epilepsy (EP) is a neurological disorder characterized by abnormal, sudden neuronal discharges. Seizures increase extracellular glutamate levels, causing excitotoxic damage. Glutamate transporter type 1 (GLT-1) and its human homologue excitatory amino acid transporter-2 (EAAT2) clear 95% of extracellular glutamate.

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Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) represents the most aggressive subtype of breast cancer, lacking effective targeted therapies and presenting with a poor prognosis. In this study, we utilized the epigenomic landscape, TCGA database, and clinical samples to uncover the pivotal role of HJURP in TNBC. Our investigation revealed a strong correlation between elevated HJURP expression and unfavorable prognosis, metastatic progression, and late-stage of breast cancer.

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Background: Eye-movement can reflect cognition and provide information on the neurodegeneration, such as Alzheimer's disease (AD). The high cost and limited accessibility of eye-movement recordings have hindered their use in clinics.

Aims: We aim to develop an AI-driven eye-tracking tool for assessing AD using mobile devices with embedded cameras.

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Hydrogel coatings impart superior surface properties to materials, but their application on large and complicated substrates is hindered by two challenges: limited wetting conditions and intricate curing processes. To overcome the challenges, lyophilized adhesive hydrogel powders (LAHPs) are developed, which consist of poly(acrylic acid-co-3-(trimethoxysilyl)propyl methacrylate) crosslinked with chitosan. These powders are electrostatic sprayed onto substrates to address wetting issues and rehydrated to form bulk hydrogel coatings to circumvent curing challenges.

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(E)-2-Hexenal (E2H) is an important volatile organic compound (VOC) that can serve as a marker for fruit quality sensing and shelf-life evaluation. However, visual and portable sensors for E2H have not been reported mainly because of the difficulty in selective response to E2H while avoiding interference from other VOC, especially isomers. Herein, we developed a novel colorimetric sensor based on thiol-functionalized polydiacetylene assembly (PDA-SH/PDA) for the quantitative and selectivity of E2H.

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Clostridium perfringens (C. perfringens) type C exhibits strong pathogenicity, often leading to swine dysentery, severely affecting the economic efficiency of the pig farming industry. Bacteriophages as bacterial viruses have many natural advantages and are potent candidates for controlling bacterial infections.

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Background: Trastuzumab, a monoclonal antibody for breast cancer, faces global accessibility challenges, primarily due to high costs. This study examines how changes in medical insurance policies and price adjustments influence Trastuzumab utilization in China, focusing on implementation challenges and their impact on drug accessibility and affordability.

Methods: This retrospective study investigated Trastuzumab utilization among HER2-positive breast cancer patients at a tertiary hospital from May 2013 to December 2022 in JX, a prefecture-level city in eastern China.

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  • BMI might not accurately reflect the risk of obesity-related cancer (ORC) because metabolic issues can exist at various BMI levels.
  • A study of 20,593 postmenopausal women identified four types of metabolic health and found that those with metabolic dysfunction—regardless of weight—had an increased risk of ORC.
  • The research showed that overweight and obese individuals, especially those with metabolic dysfunction, faced a higher risk of developing ORC compared to metabolically healthy individuals with normal weight.
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  • * Out of 231 patients analyzed, 41 experienced POD, and findings suggested that individuals classified as vulnerable or frail had a significantly higher risk of developing POD, especially if the surgery lasted over three hours or if certain pain management methods were used.
  • * The research concluded that frailty not only increases the risk of POD but also correlates with its severity and duration in the first few days post-surgery, highlighting the importance of assessing frailty in surgical patients.
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The 2A12 aluminum alloy, renowned for its exceptional mechanical properties, encounters significant limitations in applications involving abrasive environments or frequent contact with other surfaces due to its inadequate wear resistance. This shortcoming substantially reduces the service life of components and escalate maintenance costs, highlighting the urgent need for advanced surface modification techniques. This study meticulously investigates the influence of nanoceramic particle size and content on the wear resistance of micro-arc oxidation (MAO) coatings, a surface modification technique renowned for forming dense, adherent ceramic layers on aluminum alloys.

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  • Depression is a common mental disorder linked to cardiovascular risk factors, yet the exact connection between vascular injury and depression remains unclear.
  • In this study, researchers explored how vascular system function affects anxiety in three animal models of depression, observing that microvascular dysfunction was present in two models but not in the maternal separation model.
  • The research suggests that treating microvascular dysfunction could be a promising approach to alleviate depression, as enhancing nitric oxide production reversed depression-like behavior in a specific mouse model.
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  • A new 3D printed model for simulating laparoscopic hepatic artery repair was developed to help train surgeons, as existing training methods are limited.
  • The study found that experienced surgeons performed well on the model, while inexperienced surgeons significantly improved their skills after repeated training sessions.
  • The model was generally effective in simulating the procedure but had some mechanical limitations that need to be addressed for future improvements.
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Objective: Empathy is crucial for patient health. The Balint group is a commonly used method for empathy training. However, the impact of Balint groups on empathy remains unclear.

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Objectives: Frailty is a common geriatric syndrome in older adults; however, its relationship with digital factors is underexplored. This study aimed to examine the association between digital skills, eHealth literacy, and frailty to provide insights for developing frailty interventions in the digital age.

Design: Cross-sectional study.

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The service life of the lithium-oxygen (Li-O) battery is an essential factor in measuring the performance of the battery, and it is also imperative to clarify the reason for battery termination. In this work, the positive electrode of a nonaqueous Li-O battery was selected after cutoff under different discharge conditions, and the digital reconstruction model of the positive electrode was carried out by X-CT technology. The reconstructed positive electrode's structural characteristics, material transport characteristics, and electrical conductivity were analyzed.

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The integration of advanced technologies is revolutionizing classrooms, significantly enhancing their intelligence, interactivity, and personalization. Central to this transformation are sensor technologies, which play pivotal roles. While numerous surveys summarize research progress in classrooms, few studies focus on the integration of sensor and AI technologies in developing smart classrooms.

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The fabrication of multi-component film with colloidal particles could be inconvenient. A novel "swell-permeate" (SP) strategy was proposed to form homogeneous multi-component films. The SP strategy allows colloidal particles to fit into the polymer network by stretching the polymer chains assisted by water.

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Background: SEPT9 is a pivotal cytoskeletal GTPase that regulates diverse biological processes encompassing mitosis and cytokinesis. While previous studies have implicated SEPT9 in tumorigenesis and development; comprehensive pan-cancer analyses have not been performed. This study aims to systematically explore its role in cancer screening, prognosis, and treatment, addressing this critical gap.

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Two novel uranium(IV) orthophosphate framework compounds were obtained by the high-temperature flux method in CsCl-CsF eutectic salt. CsU(PO) () and isostructural Cs(UCe)(PO) () are tetragonal structures bridged by (U/Ce)-O octacoordinated dodecahedra and PO tetrahedra, with Cs cations filling in the channels. The crystal structures exhibit good structural and thermal stability with a potential capacity to immobilize tetravalent radionuclides.

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Introduction: Wearable exoskeletons are emerging technologies for providing movement assistance and rehabilitation for people with motor disorders. In this study, we focus on the specific gait pathology dropfoot, which is common after a stroke. Dropfoot makes it difficult to achieve foot clearance during swing and heel contact at early stance and often necessitates compensatory movements.

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Background: Chemotherapy remains the standard first-line treatment for pancreatic adenocarcinoma, but with limited efficacy. We aimed to explore the feasibility of adding the PARP inhibitor fuzuloparib to mFOLFIRINOX in the locally advanced/metastatic (LA/M) setting.

Methods: This was the dose-escalation and -expansion, phase 1b portion of a phase 1b/2 study.

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Purpose: This meta-analysis aimed to compare the safety and efficacy of aspirin and indobufen in patients with coronary heart disease. The primary focus was on the incidence of cardiovascular events, bleeding events, and gastrointestinal reactions. Given the relatively limited research on indobufen, this study utilized aspirin as a control drug and employed meta-analysis to integrate existing clinical studies.

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