Publications by authors named "YanFei Sun"

Background: Lip behaviors can lead to maxillofacial developmental disorders such as anterior open bite, posterior crossbite, increased overjet, and a higher risk of developing a Class II malocclusion. However, lip-sucking, a behavior often underreported and overlooked, may adversely affect the periodontal health of permanent teeth in adolescents under extreme conditions if not promptly identified and managed.

Case Presentation: We report a unique case of an 11-year-old boy with a severe periodontal-endodontic lesion on tooth 32, caused by prolonged, high-frequency, and high-intensity lip sucking.

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Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common intracranial malignancy, but current treatment options are limited. Super-enhancers (SEs) have been found to drive the expression of key oncogenes in GBM. However, the role of SE-associated long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) in GBM remains poorly understood.

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Background: Glioma is the most common intracranial malignancy, and the available treatment options are poor. Long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) have been reported to be involved in the malignant progression of glioma. The role of ZNF503-AS2 in glioma has not been reported.

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The immune defense and the repair function of the pulp tissue serve as the biological foundation of pulpotomy. The precise evaluation of the pulp inflammation extent and determining its reversibility are essential for the success of pulpotomy. The objective of this study was to classify the molecular-level of dental pulp cell physiology and inflammatory state based on the biochemical changes obtained by single-cell Raman spectroscopy.

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Background: Clinical nurses have symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression, which seriously affect their physical and mental health. Narrative therapy (NT), a therapy for trauma-related psychological disorders, may be an effective intervention.

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of NT on improving PTSD symptoms, perceived stress, anxiety and depression in nurses.

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Background: Paper mulberry is a promising alternative fodder source due to its high protein and the abundance of active components. However, paper mulberry often faces susceptibility to contamination during silage fermentation, and there is a need to improve the quality of silage fermentation of paper mulberry through exotic additives. Sea buckthorn pomace (BP) is a feed additive containing antimicrobial and antioxidant substances that help to enhance silage fermentation.

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  • The conversion of formate in alkaline solutions is important for fuel cell technology, but hydrogen adsorption on catalysts has been a challenge for efficiency.
  • A new catalyst strategy using palladium nanoparticles on a phosphorus-doped TiO substrate creates a "push-pull" effect, enhancing hydrogen release and transfer.
  • The improved Pd/TiO-P catalyst shows a mass activity of 4.38 A mg, significantly outperforming the previous Pd/TiO catalyst, indicating a major step forward in catalyst efficiency for fuel cells.
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Nucleotide-binding site and leucine-rich repeat (NLR) proteins are activated by detecting pathogen effectors, which in turn trigger host defenses and cell death. Although many NLRs have been identified, the mechanisms responsible for NLR-triggered defense responses are still poorly understood. In this study, through a genome-wide association study approach, we identified a novel NLR gene, Blast Resistance Gene 8 (BRG8), which confers resistance to rice blast and bacterial blight diseases.

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Yeast is one of the important symbiotic flora in the insect gut. However, little is known about the gut yeast in (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) under various dietary conditions. The composition and function of the intestinal yeast community also remain unclear.

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Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) can help plants absorb more mineral nutrients after they colonize plant roots, and the mycelia harmonize the soil structure and physical and chemical properties by secreting compounds. AMF species co-evolve with their habitat's geographic conditions and hosts; this gradually causes differences in the AMF species. By using Melzer's reagent to analyze the morphology and using Illumina Miseq sequencing technology to perform the molecular identification of AMF communities among the four typical planting areas (Zhongning, Guyuan, Jinghe, and Dulan) investigated, the variety of roots and rhizosphere AMF communities was greater in the Zhongning area, and every region additionally had endemic species.

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In the quest for proficient electrocatalysts for ammonia's electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction, cobalt oxides, endowed with a rich d-electron reservoir, have emerged as frontrunners. Despite the previously evidenced prowess of CoO in this realm, its ammonia yield witnesses a pronounced decline as the reaction unfolds, a phenomenon linked to the electron attrition from its Co active sites during electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (ENRR). To counteract this vulnerability, we harnessed electron-laden phosphorus (P) elements as dopants, aiming to recalibrate the electronic equilibrium of the pivotal Co active site, thereby bolstering both its catalytic performance and stability.

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Proper protein folding relies on the assistance of molecular chaperones post-translation. Dysfunctions in chaperones can cause diseases associated with protein misfolding, including cancer. While previous studies have identified CCT2 as a chaperone subunit and an autophagy receptor, its specific involvement in glioblastoma remains unknown.

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This study addresses the critical challenge in alkaline direct formate fuel cells (DFFCs) of slow formate oxidation reaction (FOR) kinetics as a result of strong hydrogen intermediate (H) adsorption on Pd catalysts. We developed WO-supported Pd nanoparticles (EG-Pd/WO) via an organic reduction method using ethylene glycol (EG), aiming to modulate the d-band center of Pd and alter H adsorption dynamics. Cyclic voltammetry demonstrated significantly improved H desorption kinetics in EG-Pd/WO catalysts.

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  • Hypolithic communities in deserts are found beneath translucent rocks and their environmental roles and structures are not fully understood, prompting research on their microbial composition and functions in the Qaidam Desert, China.
  • The study discovered that hypolithic bacterial communities were dominated by Cyanobacteria, while light-inaccessible habitats had more diverse Bacteroidetes and Proteobacteria, and fungal communities showed differences as well, with hypolithic areas less complex but more resilient.
  • Deterministic processes, particularly homogeneous selection, were found to shape these microbial communities, with light-accessible microhabitats showing enhanced carbon fixation and diverse functional pathways compared to light-inaccessible ones, underscoring the ecological significance of these unique microhabitats.
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  • The electrochemical nitrogen oxidation reaction (NOR) has the potential to transform nitrate synthesis, but its development is hindered by slow initial nitrogen adsorption and activation processes.
  • Researchers developed a CeO-CoO heterostructure that enhances electron transfer, improving N adsorption and activation by strengthening Co─N bonds and weakening N≡N bonds.
  • The resulting CeO-CoO shows strong performance with a HNO yield of 37.96 µg h mg and a Faradaic efficiency of 29.30%, highlighting its promise for creating more efficient electrocatalysts for NOR.
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Background: Extensive local invasion of glioblastoma (GBM) cells within the central nervous system (CNS) is one factor that severely limits current treatments. The aim of this study was to uncover genes involved in the invasion process, which could also serve as therapeutic targets. For the isolation of invasive GBM cells from non-invasive cells, we used a three-dimensional organotypic co-culture system where glioma stem cell (GSC) spheres were confronted with brain organoids (BOs).

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Background: Altered branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) metabolism modulates epigenetic modification, such as H3K27ac in cancer, thus providing a link between metabolic reprogramming and epigenetic change, which are prominent hallmarks of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM). Here, we identified mitochondrial 3-hydroxymethyl-3-methylglutaryl-CoA lyase (HMGCL), an enzyme involved in leucine degradation, promoting GBM progression and glioma stem cell (GSC) maintenance.

Methods: In silico analysis was performed to identify specific molecules involved in multiple processes.

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  • Transition-metal oxides (TMOs) often face issues with low electronic conductivity and unstable performance during ion intercalation, which this study addresses.
  • The researchers developed a Ni-doped layered manganese dioxide (Ni-MnO) that features a unique Ni-O-Mn configuration, resulting in a high capacitance of 317 F g and excellent cyclic stability, preserving 81.58% of capacity after 20,000 charge cycles.
  • By enhancing π-donation to activate the t orbital, the study reveals a mechanism that improves charge transfer kinetics and structural stability, offering new insights into creating efficient and stable materials for energy storage applications.
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play an important ecological role in reclamation and improvement of agricultural saline soil due to strong salt tolerance. At present, research on salt tolerance mainly focuses on the physiological and molecular regulation. However, the important role played by microbial communities in the high-salinity tolerance of is poorly studied.

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  • The study focuses on the yeast diversity and community structure in the soil of peach orchards in the Shihezi Reclamation Area, aiming to understand the impact of spatial and temporal factors on these microbial communities.* -
  • Researchers discovered 114 yeast genera across soil samples, finding that overall diversity between non-rhizosphere and rhizosphere soils was not significantly different, though community structure varied more over time than across different locations.* -
  • Key factors influencing yeast community structure included soil pH and organic matter, with older peach orchards exhibiting a stronger and more complex yeast co-occurrence network compared to younger ones.*
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Introduction: Safranal is an active component of the traditional Tibetan medicine (TTM) saffron, which has potential anticancer activity.

Methods And Results: Here, we studied the therapeutic effect and mechanism of safranal on GBM. CCK-8, GBM-brain organoid coculture experiments and 3D tumour spheroid invasion assays showed that safranal inhibited GBM cell proliferation and invasion .

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Early diagnosis and treatment are of great significance for hindering the progression of brain disease. The limited effects of available treatments and poor prognosis are currently the most pressing problems faced by clinicians and their patients. Therefore, developing new diagnosis and treatment programs for brain diseases is urgently needed.

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Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) is regarded as a cariogenic pathogen with the ability to metabolize sugars and form organic acids. However, its actual timely level of glucose consumption and cellular vitality in a polymicrobial culture system remains largely unknown.

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