Publications by authors named "YN Xu"

Background: The application of nanomedicine in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has gained significant attention in the recent years. As the field rapidly evolves, analyzing research trends and identifying research hotpots are essential for guiding future advancements, and a comprehensive bibliometric can provide valuable insights.

Methods: The current research focused on publications from 2001 to 2024, and was sourced from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC).

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Glycine receptors (GlyRs) belong to the ligand-gated ion channel receptor superfamily and are widely distributed throughout the central nervous system. GlyRs are essential for maintaining visual, auditory, sensory and motor functions, and abnormalities in its structure and function can lead to various neurological disorders. This review aims to provide an extensive analysis of the structure, function and regulatory mechanisms of GlyRs, and evaluate its role in various central nervous system diseases.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

SARS-CoV-2 is a threat to global public health, which requires the development of safe measures to reduce the spread of this coronavirus. Herein, in this study, we prepared and examined potential antiviral agents based on ZnAl-layered double hydroxide (ZnAl-LDH) materials. ZnAl-LDH-based samples were synthesized via a one-pot low-temperature coprecipitation method, which features an ultrathin structure.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE) is one of the main active components of the natural medicine propolis, which has antioxidant, anti-tumor, and immunomodulatory activities. This study aimed to analyze the effects and underlying mechanisms of CAPE added to the medium of in vitro cultures on the developmental competence, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum of porcine embryos. The results demonstrated that 1 nM of CAPE significantly improved the quality of porcine embryos, increased the rate of blastocyst formation, and enhanced the proliferation ability.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Background: The lymphatic system is the major route of cancer metastasis, and sentinel lymph nodes (SLNs) are the first station for the spread of cancer cells. Accurate identification of SLNs by tracers during surgery is crucial for SLN biopsy and lymphadenectomy. However, conventional monomodal tracers such as blue dyes and carbon nanoparticles often induce a misjudgment of SLNs and thus are still unsatisfying for clinical applications.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

To investigate the current situation and demand for specialized development of allergy nursing in 88 hospitals in Guangdong Province, as well as to provide evidence for the management of allergy nursing. From August to December 2023, a cross-sectional study was conducted to analyze the core managers of allergy nursing-related work in eighty-eight hospitals in Guangdong Province supported by the Allergy Nursing Branch of the Guangdong Nurses Association and the Nursing Group of the Allergy Branch of the Guangdong Medical Association. An online survey was conducted using the Delphi method to compile a questionnaire on the current status and demand for specialized development of allergy nursing in Guangdong Province.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Pancreatic cancer (PC) is a malignancy of the gastrointestinal tract that is characterized by a poor prognosis. This study investigates the roles of immunogenic cell death (ICD) genes in the prognosis and progression of PC. Expression data for PC patients were obtained from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) and Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) datasets, while ICD genes were sourced from published literature.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Background: Chronic pain poses a clinical challenge due to its associated costly disability and treatment needs. Determining how pain transitions from acute to chronic is crucial for effective management. Upregulation of the chemokine C-X-C motif ligand 12 (CXCL12) in nociceptive pathway is associated with chronic pain.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

The photosynthetic efficiency of C plants could be impaired in environments with low light and high vapour pressure deficit (VPD). However, the interactive effect of low light and high VPD on C photosynthetic efficiency remains unexplored. We grew three C species, Setaria viridis L.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

In natural environments, micro/nanoplastics (MNP) inevitably coexist with various pollutants, making it essential to examine their combined toxicity and intergenerational effects on marine organisms. This study investigated the combined toxicity and intergenerational effects of exposure to triphenyltin (T), microplastics (M), nanoplastics (N), a combination of microplastics and triphenyltin (MT), and a combination of nanoplastics and triphenyltin (NT) on marine medaka. The results showed that all treatments had adverse and intergenerational effects on marine medaka.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • Ginsenoside Rh1 (G-Rh1) has potential therapeutic effects on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), although its impact was previously unclear, as it has shown effectiveness against other cancers like breast and colon cancer.
  • The study used various methods, including bioinformatics and in vitro & in vivo experiments, to examine G-Rh1's effects on HCC cells and the immune environment of tumors.
  • Results indicated that G-Rh1 did not significantly impact HCC cell growth but improved the immune response by enhancing the infiltration of key immune cells and increasing MHC-I expression, suggesting its role in fighting cancer by modifying the tumor microenvironment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • Peptic ulcers are tummy problems that can cause anxiety, and psychological help can make a difference.
  • A study looked at two groups of ulcer patients to see if psychological nursing, like talking therapy and relaxation techniques, helped their anxiety and quality of life.
  • The group that received psychological support felt way less anxious and had a much better quality of life compared to the group that only got regular treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Diosmetin (DIOS), a natural flavonoid monomer derived from lemons and present in various plants such as spearmint and spider moss, exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiaging properties. Nonetheless, its impact on early embryonic development in pigs remains unexplored. This study aimed to determine the influence of DIOS supplementation in an in vitro culture (IVC) medium on porcine embryo development and to elucidate the underlying mechanisms.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Since 2010, the Chinese economy has transitioned from a high-speed growth model to a high-quality development model. During this period, the logistics industry has witnessed rapid growth, leading to significant carbon emissions and posing severe threats to the ecological environment. To investigate the spatiotemporal variations in carbon emissions in China's logistics industry, we conducted a correlation analysis using Moran's index and a bivariate spatial autocorrelation model from 2010 to 2021.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • Proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis is a leading method for producing green hydrogen but faces challenges due to the high use of platinum-group metals (PGM).
  • A new approach involves creating stable palladium hydride (PdH) nanoclusters anchored on tungsten carbide (WC) supports, enhancing hydrogen adsorption/desorption efficiency during electrolysis.
  • This PdH-WC catalyst achieves impressive performance with a very low palladium loading, operating at a current density of 1 A/cm and maintaining stability over 200 hours, offering a promising direction for future electrocatalyst design.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Background: Ingestion of gastrointestinal foreign bodies (FB) is a common clinical problem worldwide. Approximately 10-20% of FBs require an endoscopic procedure for removal, and < 1% require surgery.

Case Description: An 89-year-old male with Alzheimer's disease was hospitalized because of abdominal pain, abdominal distention, vomiting for three days, and cessation of bowel movements for six days.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Ginsenoside Compound K (GCK) is the main metabolite of natural protopanaxadiol ginsenosides with diverse pharmacological effects. Gut microbiota contributes to the biotransformation of GCK, while the effect of gut microbiota on the pharmacokinetics of GCK in vivo remains unclear. To illustrate the role of gut microbiota in GCK metabolism in vivo, a systematic investigation of the pharmacokinetics of GCK in specific pathogen free (SPF) and pseudo-germ-free (pseudo-GF) rats were conducted.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Computer-aided synthesis planning (CASP) has garnered increasing attention in light of recent advancements in machine learning models. While the focus is on reverse synthesis or forward outcome prediction, optimizing reaction conditions remains a significant challenge. For datasets with multiple variables, the choice of descriptors and models is pivotal.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • Exosomes derived from endometrial regenerative cells (ERC-Exos) have potential immunomodulatory effects, particularly in treating inflammatory bowel diseases like colitis, and the role of insulin-like growth factor-Ⅱ (IGF2) in this process was explored.
  • In experiments with mice experiencing colitis, treatment with ERC-Exos led to significant improvements in symptoms and intestinal health compared to untreated mice, but the protective effects were reduced when IGF2 was knocked out from the exosomes.
  • Additionally, the presence of IGF2 in ERC-Exos was found to influence immune cell populations, reducing harmful T helper cell types and dendritic cell activity, suggesting a beneficial immunological shift towards a more anti-inflammatory environment
View Article and Find Full Text PDF

The response of mesophyll conductance (g) to CO plays a key role in photosynthesis and ecosystem carbon cycles under climate change. Despite numerous studies, there is still debate about how g responds to short-term CO variations. Here we used multiple methods and looked at the relationship between stomatal conductance to CO (g) and g to address this aspect.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Background: Angelicin, which is found in Psoralea, can help prevent osteoporosis by stopping osteoclast formation, although the precise mechanism remains unclear.

Methods: We evaluated the effect of angelicin on the oxidative stress level of osteoclasts using ovariectomized osteoporosis model rats and RAW264.7 cells.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

This study examines the impact of Notoginsenoside R1 (NGR1), a compound from Panax notoginseng, on the maturation of porcine oocytes and their embryonic development, focusing on its effects on antioxidant levels and mitochondrial function. This study demonstrates that supplementing in vitro maturation (IVM) medium with NGR1 significantly enhances several biochemical parameters. These include elevated levels of glutathione (GSH), nuclear factor erythrocyte 2-related factor 2 (NRF2) and mRNA expression of catalase (CAT) and GPX.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • - PCSK9 is a protein that binds to LDLR in the liver and causes its degradation, leading to higher cholesterol levels; targeting PCSK9 can help manage cholesterol levels and reduce conditions like hypercholesterolemia and atherosclerosis.
  • - A new compound called E28362 was identified as a potential PCSK9 inhibitor through virtual screening, showing promise in increasing LDLR levels and reducing LDL cholesterol in lab tests and animal models.
  • - In studies with hamsters and mice on high-fat diets, E28362 effectively lowered cholesterol and triglyceride levels and decreased atherosclerotic lesions, indicating its potential as a treatment for cholesterol-related diseases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF

The rapid development of modern society has led to an increasing severity in the generation of new pollutants and the significant emission of old pollutants, exerting considerable pressure on the ecological environment and posing a serious threat to both biological survival and human health. The skeletal system, as a vital supportive structure and functional unit in organisms, is pivotal in maintaining body shape, safeguarding internal organs, storing minerals, and facilitating blood cell production. Although previous studies have uncovered the toxic effects of pollutants on vertebrate skeletal systems, there is a lack of comprehensive literature reviews in this field.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

The traditional fermentation process of soy sauce employs a hyperhaline model and has a long fermentation period. A hyperhaline model can improve fermentation speed, but easily leads to the contamination of miscellaneous bacteria and fermentation failure. In this study, after the conventional koji and moromi fermentation, the fermentation broth was pasteurized and diluted, and then inoculated with three selected microorganisms including , , and for secondary fermentation.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF