Publications by authors named "YaoXuan Wang"
Microbial fuel cell (MFC), which produces electricity while removing pollutants, is a green approach of ecological restoration. Whether fungal bioaugmentation could enhance the herbicide removal in MFC has not been fully investigated. This study aims to construct the fungal-augmented MFC device, compare the effects of different types of remediation against soil haloxyfop-P, and explore the mechanisms of xeno-fungusphere MFC in alleviating organic pollution.
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- The study aimed to assess the phytochemical investigation of medicinal plants, focusing on their phylogenetic distribution and geographical patterns.
- Researchers characterized 1,648 phytometabolites from two journals, categorizing them based on structural features and examining their phylogenetic and spatial aspects.
- Results showed that terpenoids were the most studied phytometabolites, particularly in families like Asteraceae and Lamiaceae, with distinct clustered and overdispersed patterns in different subclasses and geographical regions.
Renewable electricity shows immense potential as a driving force for the carbon dioxide reduction reaction (CORR) in production of formate (HCOO) at industrial current density, providing a promising path for value-added chemicals and chemical manufacturing. However, achieving high selectivity and stable production of HCOO at industrial current density remains a challenge. Here, we present a robust BiCu NSs catalyst capable of regenerating necessary catalytic core (Bi-O) through cyclic voltammetry (CV) treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPiezoelectric catalysis could convert mechanical energy into chemical energy, which can combine with solar energy for a high-efficiency piezo-photocatalysis reaction. In this work, NiTiO nanorods were synthesized via the sol-gel method and initially employed for the removal of U(VI) from radioactive-contaminated water. The NiTiO nanorods will generate an internal electric field in an ultrasonic environment, which could greatly improve the performance of piezo-photocatalysis in reducing U(VI) by promoting the generation of photoexcited electrons and reactive oxygen species (ROS).
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- This study addresses environmental issues from coal gasification slag by producing a Si-Fe-Al-Ca alloy using low-carbon fine slag and petroleum coke in a plasma furnace with an alternating current magnetic field.* -
- Increasing the strength of the magnetic field enhanced the alloy yield from 25.46% to 58.19% and improved the recovery ratios of elements like silicon, iron, and aluminum.* -
- The better smelting outcomes are attributed to resistive heat, Lorentz force from induced current, and the skin effect, which increases reaction temperatures and promotes effective carbothermal reduction.*
The stimulator of interferon genes (STING) is pivotal in mediating STING-dependent type I interferon production, which is crucial for enhancing tumor rejection. Visualizing STING within the tumor microenvironment is valuable for STING-related treatments, yet the availability of suitable STING imaging probes is limited. In this study, we developed [F]AlF-ABI, a novel F-labeled agent featuring an amidobenzimidazole core structure, for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of STING in B16F10 and CT26 tumors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFU-Net and ResNet50-Based Automatic Pipeline for Bacterial Colony Counting.
Microorganisms
January 2024
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- Developed an automatic colony counting system using an enhanced image preprocessing method and a convolutional neural network (CNN), which effectively counts microorganisms in laboratory cultures from LED-illuminated photographs.
- Introduced a light intensity correction algorithm to improve image clarity, enabling better differentiation of colonies from the media, leading to high accuracy in identifying the edges of Petri dishes and colony areas using U-Net models.
- Achieved outstanding counting accuracy with 97.82% recovery through a systematic approach combining image preprocessing, U-Net segmentation for both dish edges and colonies, and a ResNet50 network for automatic counting, offering a significant advancement in automation and precision for microbiological studies.
The channel-hopping-based rendezvous is essential to alleviate the problem of under-utilization and scarcity of the spectrum in cognitive radio networks. It dynamically allows unlicensed secondary users to schedule rendezvous channels using the assigned hopping sequence to guarantee the self-organization property in a limited time. In this paper, we use the interleaving technique to cleverly construct a set of asynchronous channel-hopping sequences consisting of sequences of period xN2 with flexible parameters, which can generate sequences of different lengths.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFProfound congenital sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) prevents children from developing spoken language. Cochlear implantation and auditory brainstem implantation can provide partial hearing sensation, but language development outcomes can vary, particularly for patients with inner ear malformations and/or cochlear nerve deficiency (IEM&CND). Currently, the peripheral auditory structure is evaluated through visual inspection of clinical imaging, but this method is insufficient for surgical planning and prognosis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe diamond wire saw silicon powder (DWSSP) is considered to be a harmful to the environment because of finer particles, the large specific surface area and flammability. Removal of Fe impurity is very essential for recovering Si from DWSSP due to the large amount of Fe introduced during the silicon powder generation process. In the study, the thermodynamics of Fe leaching with HCl was analyzed and determined iron was theoretically present as ions in solution.
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- The study aimed to differentiate geniculate ganglion venous malformation (GGVM) from schwannoma (GGS) using high-resolution CT, MRI, and dynamic T1-weighted imaging techniques.
- Researchers analyzed imaging features from 20 GGVMs and 23 GGSs, identifying key differences such as enhancement patterns and bone destruction, utilizing statistical models to determine independent risk factors.
- The findings suggest that the "honeycomb" sign on HRCT and "pattern A" enhancement on dynamic T1WI are the most effective indicators for distinguishing between GGVM and GGS in clinical practice.
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- - The study investigates the effectiveness of endoscopic transcanal facial nerve decompression for patients with traumatic facial paralysis, using a single-center retrospective analysis of 11 patients from February 2018 to April 2019.
- - Results showed that all patients underwent successful surgery, with 90.9% achieving significant recovery in facial nerve function a year post-operation, as measured by established grading systems.
- - The research highlights the importance of preoperative imaging, like high-resolution CT scans, to identify facial nerve injuries and ossicular chain issues, suggesting that specific air-bone gap measurements can indicate problems during surgical evaluation.
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- The study focuses on utilizing coal gasification slag to recover valuable components, addressing both resource recovery and environmental issues.
- Researchers developed a Si-Fe-Al-Ca alloy with a composition similar to standard ferrosilicon, which is useful in the steel industry, achieving a significant increase in alloy yield by using residual carbon from the slag as a reductant.
- The study also explored the mechanisms of the smelting process and how the complex reactions involving AlO and CaO lead to challenges in completing the reduction reactions fully.
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- Vestibular schwannoma (VS) is a rare tumor affecting the nervous system, and understanding its biology and therapies is crucial for effective treatment.
- Research shows that the tumor suppressor protein p53 helps inhibit VS progression by working with another protein called merlin and regulating the cell cycle.
- The study identified genes involved in VS, highlighting pathways of cysteine and glutathione metabolism, and demonstrated that p53 enhances ferroptosis, a form of cell death, in schwannoma cells, which opens up new potential treatment strategies.
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- Intestinal failure-associated liver disease (IFALD) is a serious condition that lacks effective prevention or treatment methods, and it is linked to the interactions between bile acids, gut microbiota, and the host's immune system.
- Research indicates that disruptions in the bile acid-gut microbiota (BA-GM) axis contribute to the development of IFALD through changes in bile acid ratios and gut bacteria, leading to immune and metabolic issues in the liver.
- Future treatment strategies may involve personalized therapies targeting different aspects of the BA-GM axis, which could enhance management of IFALD and improve patient outcomes.*
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- Guanine-rich DNA sequences can form four-stranded structures called G-quadruplexes (G4-DNA), which play a role in regulating key cellular processes like replication and transcription, especially in cancer cells.
- Research shows that stabilizing G4-DNA in neurons using specific ligands can lead to decreased expression of a crucial gene involved in autophagy, which declines with age.
- In experiments, aging mice exhibited increased G4-DNA structures in their brains compared to younger mice, and enhancing the levels of a G4-DNA helicase improved the negative effects caused by G4-DNA stabilization on memory.
In this work, a free-standing flexible composite electrode was prepared by vacuum filtration method with LiFePO, graphene and nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC). Compared with the pure LiFePO electrode, the resulting flexible composite (LiFePO/graphene/NFC) electrode showed excellent mechanical flexibility, and possessed an enhanced initial discharge capacity of 151 mA h/g (0.1 C) and a good capacity retention rate with only 5% loss after 60 cycles due to suitable electrolyte wettability at the interface.
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- The study investigates the roles of microRNAs miR-34a and miR-217 in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), focusing on their expression levels and their potential as indicators of tumor progression and patient prognosis.
- Results showed that both miR-34a and miR-217 were significantly downregulated in HCC tissues, with lower levels linked to worse clinicopathological features such as vascular invasion and advanced disease stage.
- The findings suggest that reduced expression of miR-34a and miR-217 correlates with poorer overall survival for HCC patients, indicating their potential role as tumor suppressors.
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- Budd-Chari syndrome (BCS) involves disorders affecting the outflow of blood from the liver through the hepatic veins to the inferior vena cava, potentially leading to various complications.
- A 49-year-old man with BCS presented multiple intrahepatic lesions, where tests revealed hepatic vein blockage and benign large regenerative nodules (LRNs) instead of cancerous growths.
- The study suggests that while both benign nodules and liver cancer can occur in BCS patients, there’s limited information available, and decreasing blood flow in the liver may contribute to the formation of these nodules.