Publications by authors named "Zhang Xiangyan"

Introduction: Immunotherapy has rapidly become a primary treatment option for many lung cancer patients because of its success in treating this prevalent and deadly disease. However, the success of immunotherapy relies on overcoming the immunosuppressive tumour microenvironment, making remodelling this environment a potential strategy for lung cancer therapy. Research suggests that Toll-like receptor (TLR) agonists can impede tumour growth by promoting the conversion of tumour-associated macrophages into an M1-like state or enhancing dendritic cell development.

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Background: Immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapies, particularly anti-PD-1, benefit only a limited subset of colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. G-protein signaling modulator 1 (GPSM1) is implicated in immunity and oncology, yet its role in regulating the CRC tumor microenvironment (TME) and contributing to anti-PD-1 resistance remains poorly understood.

Methods: We employed single-cell RNA sequencing and multiplex immunofluorescence on tumor samples from anti-PD-1-resistant CRC patients to evaluate GPSM1 expression and its impact on macrophage polarization.

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The mitochondrial genome, highly conserved across species, is crucial for species identification, phylogenetic analysis, and evolutionary research. and , two species with significant forensic value, have been understudied in terms of genetic data. In this study, the complete mitochondrial genomes of (15,623 bp) and (15,729 bp) were sequenced and analyzed.

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Among patients with colorectal cancer (CRC), metastasis accounts for the majority of deaths, and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is important in the metastatic process. However, the mechanism underlying the correlation between the two in CRC is unknown. Here, we verified that a receptor-independent protein, G-protein signaling modulator 1 (GPSM1), was increased in CRC and had a significant positive correlation with matrix metalloproteinase 19 (MMP19).

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Estimating the postmortem interval (PMI) is critical in the field of forensic science, and necrophagous insects play a significant role in this process. (Fabricius) (Diptera: Calliphoridae) is a common necrophagous insect species, making its rapid and accurate identification essential. However, commonly used molecular biology methods, such as DNA barcode, still have some limitations in identifying necrophagous insects as they are often complex, time-consuming, and reliant on laboratory instruments.

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Introduction: Depression negatively impacts the prognosis of various cancers, including lung cancer, by influencing antitumor immune responses and impairing immune cell function. Antidepressants may modulate the tumor immune microenvironment, enhancing immunotherapy efficacy. However, the specific mechanisms remain unclear.

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Accurate postmortem interval (PMI) estimation is critical for forensic investigations, aiding case classification and providing vital trial evidence. Early postmortem signs, such as body temperature and rigor mortis, are reliable for estimating PMI shortly after death. However, these indicators become less useful as decomposition progresses, making late-stage PMI estimation a significant challenge.

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  • * Researchers found that using a glutamine antagonist called DON reduced bladder cancer cell growth and inhibited tumor growth in mice with a modified drug (JHU083) to reduce side effects.
  • * However, prolonged treatment altered T-cell immune response, increasing PD-L1 expression in cancer cells; combining JHU083 with gefitinib helped counteract this and improved treatment effectiveness.
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The purpose of this study is to investigate the characteristics and significance of tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs) in endometrial cancer (EC) based on molecular subtypes. A total of 220 patients with EC were retrospectively enrolled, including 20 with polymerase epsilon ultramutated (POLE-mut), 63 with mismatch repair deficient, 32 with p53 abnormal, and 105 with no specific molecular profile. The presence and maturity of TLSs were determined by immunohistochemical markers (CD3, CD20, CD21, and Bcl6).

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  • Ischemic stroke causes cerebral ischemia-reperfusion damage, and current treatments are lacking in effectiveness; curcumin (Cur) shows potential therapeutic effects but its specific mechanisms in ischemic stroke remain unclear.
  • Research utilized brain microvascular endothelial cells (BMECs) in an oxygen-glucose deprivation/reoxygenation model to assess the impact of Cur on cell damage, measuring viability, apoptosis, and levels of specific proteins involved in the damage response.
  • Findings indicated that curcumin alleviated cell damage caused by ischemic stroke by downregulating GMFB expression, ultimately improving cell viability and reducing oxidative stress and apoptosis in the OGD/R model.
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  • Adolescence is a crucial time for mental health issues, especially among Chinese high school students who face academic and social pressures, leading to varied psychological symptoms between boys and girls.
  • The study utilized network analysis to investigate the key psychological symptoms and their interrelations among 3,769 high school students, aiming to identify core symptoms for targeted interventions.
  • Results indicated that depression was the central issue for boys, while anxiety dominated for girls, revealing distinct symptom networks for each gender but no significant differences in overall network strength.
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  • Lung cancer is a major cause of cancer deaths, and a new treatment method called immunotherapy is showing promise, especially for a type called non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
  • Research suggests that combining different treatments, like PD-1 inhibitors, PTP1B inhibitors, and TNFR2 antibodies (called triple therapy), can work better together to fight this cancer.
  • In studies with mice, this triple therapy reduced tumor size and helped the mice live longer by improving the activity and amount of certain immune cells that attack the cancer.
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Liver fibrosis is a severe global health problem. However, no effective antifibrotic drugs have been approved. Surf4 is primarily located in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and mediates the transport of secreted proteins from the ER to the Golgi apparatus.

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A novel gingival retraction cord named P/TA@CSy was prepared using chitosan yarns (CSy) loaded with tranexamic acid (TA) and Propolis (P). P/TA@CSy has good toughness with a breaking strength of 41.3 Pa, benefiting from the twisting structure and Propolis coating.

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An ectopic origin of the right coronary artery from the pulmonary artery is an extremely rare congenital malformation. This case report aimed to review our experience in the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery anomalies. We report a case of ectopic origin of the right coronary artery from the pulmonary artery.

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The weathering time of empty puparia could be important in predicting the minimum postmortem interval (PMImin). As corpse decomposition progresses to the skeletal stage, empty puparia often remain the sole evidence of fly activity at the scene. In this study, we used empty puparia of Sarcophaga peregrina (Diptera: Sarcophagidae) collected at ten different time points between January 2019 and February 2023 as our samples.

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Background And Aims: Lung cancer is ranked as the second most prevalent form of cancer worldwide. Nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC) represents the predominant histological subtype. Research suggests that one-third of lung cancer patients also experiencing depression.

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Insects and microorganisms, ubiquitous organisms in the natural world, have developed intricate relationships throughout their evolutionary histories. However, most studies have concentrated on specific time points or life stages, but some limited studies have investigated the dynamics of microbial diversity within insects across life stages. Here, 16S rDNA sequencing technology was used to investigate the gut bacterial community across the life stages of Sarcophaga peregrina (Robineau-Desvoidy) (Diptera: Sarcophagidae).

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  • There is a need for spirometry reference equations tailored for the Chinese population, as the effects of using pre- and post-bronchodilator (pre-BD and post-BD) values have not been previously evaluated.
  • The study analyzed data from 17,969 healthy, nonsmoking individuals in the China Pulmonary Health Study to establish these spirometry reference values for lung function measurements.
  • Results showed that using post-BD values identified a higher prevalence of airflow limitation and more cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease compared to pre-BD values, suggesting that post-BD references may better indicate respiratory conditions.
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  • Radiation therapy is a common treatment for a type of cancer called Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, and scientists are studying why some tumors resist this treatment.
  • Researchers found a molecule called circCDYL2 that is linked to poor responses to radiation therapy and helps the cancer cells avoid damage.
  • This molecule works by connecting with another protein to boost the production of RAD51, which is important for repairing DNA and helps cancer survive despite treatment.
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Objectives: Streptococcus pneumoniae (SP) is a major cause of community-acquired pneumonia. Ferroptosis pitches in pneumonia. Long noncoding RNA nuclear paraspeckle assembly transcript 1 (lncRNA NEAT1) regulates ferroptosis in various cells.

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Estimating the age of pupa during the development time of the blow fly (Diptera: Calliphoridae) is of forensic significance as it assists in determining the time of colonization (TOC), which could help to determine the postmortem interval (PMI). However, establishing an objective, accurate, and efficient method for pupa age inference is still a leading matter of concern among forensic entomologists. In this study, we utilized hyperspectral imaging (HSI) technology to analyze the reflectance changes of pupa development under different temperatures (15 °C, 20 °C, 25 °C, and 30 °C).

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Immunotherapy is regarded as a potent cancer treatment, with DC vaccines playing a crucial role. Although clinical trials have demonstrated the safety and efficacy of DC vaccines, loading antigens in vitro is challenging, and their therapeutic effects remain unpredictable. Moreover, the diverse subtypes and maturity states of DCs in the body could induce both immune responses and immune tolerance, potentially affecting the vaccine's efficacy.

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Background: Interstitial cystitis is a diagnosis of exclusion due to the complexity of its etiology and pathology, which is a chronic disease with an unknown etiology. To our knowledge, few studies were performed to identify predictive biomarkers for interstitial cystitis.

Objective: This study aimed to identify and validate potential biomarkers for Interstitial Cystitis (IC).

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