Stable Cu/CuO/CuN@NC Catalysts for Aqueous Phase Reforming of Methanol.

Aqueous-phase reforming of methanol represents a promising avenue for hydrogen (H) production. However, developing highly efficient and low-cost nonprecious catalysts remains challenging. Here, we report the synthesis of Cu-based catalysts with Cu, CuO, and CuN nanoparticles anchored on the nitrogen-doped carbon, forming Cu/Cu/Cu-N active sites.

Reprogramming the future: Capitalizing on embryo culture by advancing stem cell technologies in the fight against rare genetic disorders.

Capitalizing on breakthroughs in reproductive genetics, the utilization of embryo culture and stem cell technologies heralds a transformative era in addressing global challenges posed by rare genetic diseases. These cutting-edge practices illuminate the intricacies of early human development, elucidate the mechanisms behind rare diseases, and guide the development of potential therapies. Balancing this remarkable innovation with necessary ethical considerations, these technologies have the potential to revolutionize the trajectory of rare genetic disorders, transforming the landscape of diagnosis, treatment, and genetic counseling while offering renewed hope for affected individuals and families worldwide.

[Expression of RACK1 and EGP40 in oral squamous cell carcinoma and its correlation with clinicopathological features and prognosis].

Unlabelled: PURPOSE： To investigate the expression of tissue-active protein kinase C receptor 1 (RACK1) and epithelin glycoprotein 40 (EGP40) in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and their relationship with clinicopathological features and prognosis.

Methods: A total of 103 patients with OSCC who were admitted to Shangrao People's Hospital from January 2016 to February 2019 were prospectively selected as the research subjects. All patients underwent radical resection of OSCC and were followed up for 3 years.

Effects of antennal segments defects on blood-sucking behavior in Aedes albopictus.

After mating, female mosquitoes need a blood meal to promote the reproductive process. When mosquitoes bite infected people and animals, they become infected with germs such as viruses and parasites. Mosquitoes rely on many cues for host selection and localization, among which the trace chemical cues emitted by the host into the environment are considered to be the most important, and the sense of smell is the main way to perceive these trace chemical cues.

Correlation between single nucleotide polymorphisms of folate metabolism genes and ethnic distribution in pregnant women.

This retrospective study aims to identify the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of 5,10-methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) (C677T, A1298C), methionine synthase reductase (MTRR) (A66G) and ethnic distribution characteristics in pregnant women, and to explore the risk correlation with folate metabolism. The demographic data of 8735 pregnant women aged 15 to 47 years were retrospectively analyzed, and peripheral blood samples were collected and tested. Reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction was applied to determine the genotype and allele frequency of MTHFR C677T, A1298C and MTRR A66G in blood samples.

Effect of hydrocolloid dressings in the management of different grades of pressure wound ulcers in critically ill adult subjects: A meta-analysis.

A meta-analysis was implemented to appraise the effect of hydrocolloid dressings (HCDs) in the management of different grades of pressure wound ulcers (PWUs) in critically ill adult subjects (CIUSs). Inclusive literature research until April 2023 was done, and 969 interconnected researches were revised. The 8 picked researches, enclosed 679 critically ill adult persons at the utilized researchers' starting point; 355 of them were utilizing HCDs, and 324 were controls.

Effect of adjunctive prophylactic macrolides used at the caesarean section on endometritis and surgical site wound infection: A meta-analysis.

A meta-analysis investigation was executed to measure the outcome of adjunctive prophylactic macrolides (APM) used at caesarean section (CS) on endometritis and surgical site wound infection (SSWI). A comprehensive literature inspection till February 2023 was applied and 1023 interrelated investigations were reviewed. The 10 chosen investigations enclosed 22 676 females with CS were in the chosen investigations' starting point, 14 034 of them were utilising APM, and 8642 were utilising control.

Effect of Bushen Antai recipe on pyroptosis mechanism of subclinical hypothyroidism decidual cells in early pregnancy.

Background: Subclinical hypothyroidism (SH) is common during pregnancy. It is not clear whether decidual cells in SH undergo pyroptosis during pregnancy. This study aimed to investigate the possible mechanism of Bushen Antai recipe (BAR) in the treatment of SH in early pregnancy and the relationship between SH during pregnancy and decidual cell pyroptosis through a rat model.

Emodin Protects SH-SY5Y Cells Against Zinc-Induced Synaptic Impairment and Oxidative Stress Through the ERK1/2 Pathway.

Zinc is an essential trace element important for the physiological function of the central nervous system. The abnormal accumulation of zinc inside neurons may induce mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress, which contribute to many brain diseases. We hypothesized that natural anthraquinone derivative emodin can protect against neurotoxicity induced by pathological concentrations of zinc via the extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 (ERK1/2) signaling pathway and alleviate oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction.

A case report on the treatment of total placenta increta after transvaginal delivery with integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine.

Placental increta can easily lead to secondary infections in the perinatal period. In severe cases, it can develop into sepsis and endanger the life of the mother. It is a difficult problem in obstetrics.

Shu-Di-Huang and Gan-Cao Herb Pair Restored the Differentiation Potentials of Mesenchymal Stem Progenitors in Treating Osteoporosis via Downregulation of NF-B Signaling Pathway.

Background: Shu-Di-Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata, RR) and Gan-Cao (liquorice, L) are frequently used traditional Chinese herb pair in treating osteoporosis (OP). However, the exact mechanism of the RR and L herb pair (RR-L) remains unclear. To explore the efficacy and possible mechanisms of RR-L in treating OP, in silico, in vitro, and in vivo experiments were conducted in the current study.

[Gene Mutation Types and Ethnic Distribution Characteristic of Thalassemia in Guiyang].

Objective: To investigate the genetic mutation types and ethnic distribution characteristics of thalassemia in Guiyang.

Methods: The population underwent physical examination, antenatal examination and pre-pregnancy examination in our hospital from January 2019 to November 2019 was selected, and the thalassemia gene was detected by RDB-PCR.

Results: Among the 4 572 samples, 346 were positive , and the total carrying rate was 7.

Fumaric acid and succinic acid treat gestational hypertension by downregulating the expression of KCNMB1 and TET1.

The present study hypothesized that fumaric acid and succinic acid may exhibit therapeutic effects on gestational hypertension. During pregnancy, estrogen upregulates ten-eleven translocation 1 (TET1) expression, which subsequently increases calcium-activated potassium channel subunit β1 (KCNMB1) expression. KCNMB1 is associated with hypertension.

Development and application of metal-organic framework@GA based on solid-phase extraction coupling with UPLC-MS/MS for the determination of five NSAIDs in water.

MIL-101(Cr) and graphene aerogel (GA) were hybridized as a multifunctional adsorbent for the preconcentration of trace analytes. The novel MIL-101(Cr)@GA was prepared and characterized by FTIR, XRD and SEM, where GA is serving as a carrier for MIL-101(Cr). The synthesized composite as a solid phase extraction (SPE) sorbent combined with UPLC-MS/MS was applied for the determination and quantification of five NSAIDs (phenacetin, meloxicam, naproxen, diclofenac sodium and carprofen) in different environmental water samples.

Microwave assisted magnetic solid phase extraction using a novel amino-functionalized magnetic framework composite of type FeO-NH@MIL-101(Cr) for the determination of organochlorine pesticides in soil samples.

In this research, microwave assisted magnetic solid phase extraction (MAE-MSPE) coupled with GC-ECD have been successfully used for the determination of eight organochlorine pesticides in soil samples. Specially, the novel FeO-NH@MIL-101(Cr) composites as the MSPE sorbent played a role of selective enrichment and purification towards the targets. The MAE-MSPE procedure was optimized focusing on microwave extraction temperature and time, solution pH, the amount of sorbent, ultrasonic extraction time, ionic strength, elution solvent type, elution solvent volume, and elution time.

[Adsorption characteristics of typical PPCPs onto river sediments and its influencing factors].

A batch equilibrium method was used to investigate the adsorption characteristics of ciprofloxacin (CIP), tetracycline (TC), sulfamethoxazole (SMX) and triclosan (TCS) onto Huangpu River sediments. Effects of adsorption time, initial concentration, solution pH and temperature on the adsorption process were studied. The results showed that the adsorption process of these PPCPs onto sediments was a two-step process: a rapid adsorption followed by a slow balance.