Publications by authors named "Zhang Zhikun"

Recently, oncolytic virus (OV) therapy has shown great promise in treating malignancies. However, intravenous safety and inherent lack of immunity are two significant limitations in clinical practice. Herein, we successfully developed a recombinant Newcastle disease virus with porcine α1,3GT gene (NDV-GT) triggering hyperacute rejection.

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For the first time a novel fluorescent La@ZrMOF nanomaterial was synthesized for the convenient and visual detection of ethephon (ETH) based on the ligand-metal charge transfer process. The fluorescence signal gradually enhanced as the concentration of ETH increased, accompanied by a change in the color from colorless to blue. The assay can be completed within 75 min with a detection limit of 0.

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Over the past decade, Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) solar cells have emerged as a leading technology for high-efficiency silicon solar cells. Conventional metallization processes using silver/aluminum (Ag/Al) pastes encounter significant hurdles due to reliability risks and insufficient contact quality. Recent advancements in laser-induced metallization technologies, particularly laser-enhanced contact optimization (LECO), offer promising solutions.

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An iron-catalyzed nitrene transfer reaction for the rapid synthesis of sulfinamidines from readily available sulfenamides is reported. This method features mild conditions, short reaction times, and a broad substrate scope, allowing the preparation of a variety of sulfinamidines in good to excellent yields. The synthetic utility of the sulfinamidine products was further demonstrated through their conversion to other valuable sulfur(VI) compounds, such as sulfondiimidoyl fluorides, sulfinamidiate esters, and sulfonimidamides.

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In previous study, lower levels of serum GP130 were reported in children with MPP. GP130 is an important signal transducer, the down regulation of which may influence host immune responses. In this study, we aimed to analyze the regulatory mechanism of GP130 during MP infection.

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Sulfur-containing functional groups have garnered considerable attention due to their common occurrence in ligands, pharmaceuticals, and insecticides. Nevertheless, enantioselective synthesis of sulfilimines, particularly diaryl sulfilimines remains a challenging and persistent goal. Herein we report a highly enantio- and chemoselective cross-coupling of sulfenamides with aryl diazonium salt to construct diverse S(IV) stereocenters by Pd catalysis.

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Unlabelled: Hypermucoviscosity (HMV) is a phenotype that is commonly associated with hypervirulence in . The factors that contribute to the emergence of HMV subpopulations remain unclear. In this study, eight strains were recovered from an inpatient who had been hospitalized for 20 days.

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Phage therapy has shown great promise in the treatment of bacterial infections. However, the effectiveness of phage therapy is compromised by the inevitable emergence of phage-resistant strains. In this study, a phage-resistant carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain SWKP1711R, derived from parental carbapenem-resistant K.

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MicroRNA (miRNA), crucial non-coding RNAs, have emerged as key biomarkers in molecular diagnostics, prognosis, and personalized medicine due to their significant role in gene expression regulation. Salivary miRNA, in particular, stands out for its non-invasive collection method and ease of accessibility, offering promising avenues for the development of point-of-care diagnostics for a spectrum of diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and infectious diseases. Such development promises rapid and precise diagnosis, enabling timely treatment.

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In the realm of cancer treatment, traditional modalities like radiotherapy and chemotherapy have achieved certain advancements but continue to grapple with challenges including harm to healthy tissues, resistance to treatment, and adverse drug reactions. The swift progress in nanotechnology recently has opened avenues for investigating innovative approaches to cancer therapy. Especially, chemodynamic therapy (CDT) utilizing metal nanomaterials stands out as an effective cancer treatment choice owing to its minimal side effects and independence from external energy sources.

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A covalent organic framework-based strategy was designed for label-free colorimetric detection of pesticides. Covalent organic framework-based nanoenzyme with excellent oxidase-like catalytic activity was synthesized. Unlike other artificial enzymes, porphyrin-based covalent organic framework (p-COF) as the oxidase mimic showed highly catalytic chromogenic activity and good affinity toward TMB without the presence of HO, which can be used as substitute for peroxidase mimics and HO system in the colorimetric reaction.

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Sulfilimines are valuable compounds in both organic synthesis and pharmaceuticals. In this study, we present a copper-catalyzed sulfur alkylation of sulfenamides with -sulfonylhydrazones. In contrast to prior findings, hydrazones derived from aldehydes act as donor-type carbene precursors, effectively engaging in coupling with sulfenamides via a copper catalyst, demonstrating exclusive S selectivity.

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Extracellular vesicles (EVs), which have a lipid nano-sized structure, are known to contain the active components of parental cells and play a crucial role in intercellular communication. The progression and metastasis of tumors are influenced by EVs derived from immune cells, which can simultaneously stimulate and suppress immune responses. In the past few decades, there has been a considerable focus on EVs due to their potential in various areas such as the development of vaccines, delivering drugs, making engineered modifications, and serving as biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis.

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The sustainable management of wastewater through recycling and utilization stands as a pressing concern in the trajectory of societal advancement. Prioritizing the elimination of diverse organic contaminants is paramount in wastewater treatment, garnering significant attention from researchers worldwide. Emerging metal-organic framework materials (MOFs), bridging organic and inorganic attributes, have surfaced as novel adsorbents, showcasing pivotal potential in wastewater remediation.

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Autophagy is a lysosomal self-degradation pathway that plays an important protective role in maintaining intracellular environment. Deregulation of autophagy is related to several diseases, including cancer, infection, neurodegeneration, aging, and heart disease. In this review, we will summarize recent advances in autophagy-mediated nanomaterials for tumor therapy.

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Extensive research has been conducted on models of ordinary differential equations (ODEs), yet these deterministic models often fail to capture the intricate complexities of real-world systems adequately. Thus, many studies have proposed the integration of Markov chains into nonlinear dynamical systems to account for perturbations arising from environmental changes and random variations. Notably, the field of parameter estimation for ODEs incorporating Markov chains still needs to be explored, creating a significant research gap.

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Article Synopsis
  • Monkeypox virus (MPXV) is a global health threat that requires quick and accurate detection methods to control its spread, and the CRISPR technique has shown great potential for this purpose.
  • A new method, called RPA-SCAN, combines isothermal recombinase polymerase amplification with CRISPR-Cas12a, achieving a very low limit of detection (LoD) for MPXV, enabling point-of-care diagnostics.
  • The RPA-SCAN test has demonstrated 100% accuracy in distinguishing MPXV from similar viruses and is versatile for diagnosing other infectious diseases due to its electronic format and potential for miniaturization.
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Oncolytic viruses (OVs) for cancer treatment are in a rapid stage of development, and the direct tumor lysis and activation of a comprehensive host immune response are irreplaceable advantages of cancer immunotherapy. However, excessive antiviral immune responses also restrict the spread of OVs in vivo and the infection of tumor cells. Macrophages are functionally diverse innate immune cells that phagocytose tumor cells and present antigens to activate the immune response, while also limiting the delivery of OVs to tumors.

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Municipal solid waste (MSW) incineration fly ash (FA) is classified as hazardous waste, and strategies for recycling FA have attracted attention. In this study, the porous geopolymer spheres (PGS) were prepared from FA by the foaming-suspension-solidification method, and then the PGS were functionalized with tetraethylenepentamine (TEPA) to capture CO. The results showed that washing pretreatment and the addition of HO foaming agent enhanced the pore volume and specific surface area of PGS.

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This study aimed to investigate the effects of supplementing laying hen diets with Radix Isatidis Polysaccharide (RIPS) on egg quality, immune function, and intestinal health. The research was conducted using 288 Hyland Brown hens, which were randomly assigned to four dietary treatments: control (without RIPS), low dose (200 g/t), medium dose (500 g/t), and high dose (1000 g/t) of RIPS. Each dietary treatment was administered to eight replicates of nine hens for nine weeks.

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Background: Transperineal ultrasound (TPUS) is a vital examination method for diagnosing pelvic floor diseases. However, the quality of TPUS largely relies on the operator's experience, and there is a lack of studies on the evaluation of TPUS quality. Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess the quality of TPUS examinations in Chinese tertiary medical centers.

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Objectives: The aim of this study was to characterize the bla in a ST15-K19 ceftazidime-avibactam (CAZ-AVI)-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae strain after the antibiotic CAZ-AVI was approved for use in Wuxi No. 2 People's Hospital, China.

Methods: Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was performed by the microdilution broth method.

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Background And Objective: Transition metals are commonly used catalysts in bioorthogonal chemistry and have attracted extensive attention in biochemistry because of their efficient catalytic performance. In recent years, transition metal-mediated cycloaddition reactions, bond cleavage, and formation reactions are being actively explored for tumor treatment. However, the direct application of transition metals in complex biological environments has several problems, including poor solubility, toxicity, and easy inactivation.

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  • - A branched DNA-based electrochemical biosensor was developed to detect specific nucleic acids sensitively, using a unique structure with three sticky ends that enhances sensitivity through DNA hybridization.
  • - The biosensor utilizes branched DNA-modified gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) in a sandwich format to amplify the signal generated from detecting target DNA, without needing bulky equipment like thermal cyclers or enzymes.
  • - It demonstrated an impressive detection limit of 0.09 pM, a high correlation coefficient (0.987) for DNA concentration detection, and showed effectiveness under various conditions, making it a promising tool for disease diagnosis.
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) is an important respiratory pathogen, the prevalence of macrolide-resistant MP (mainly containing A2063G mutation in 23S rRNA) increased in recent years. Epidemiological studies suggest a higher prevalence of type I resistant (IR) strains than corresponding sensitive (IS/IIS) strains, but not type II resistant (IIR) strains. Here, we aimed to analyze the factors underlying the altered prevalence of IR strains.

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