Publications by authors named "Zhen C"

Cyclaniliprole, a type of the third-generation anthranilic diamide insecticide, was mainly used for management of various pests. Myzus persicae (Hemiptera: Aphididae), known as the peach-potato aphid, is an economically essential pest with worldwide distribution. However, the risk assessment of cyclaniliprole in M.

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Background: The impact of radiation-related lymphocyte recovery on prognosis in locally advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (LA-ESCC) remains unclear.

Methods: Patients with stage II-IVa ESCC who received definitive RT were screened. Collect absolute lymphocyte counts (ALCs) before, during, and after RT.

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Constructing feasible sodium metal batteries (SMBs) faces complex challenges in stabilizing cathodes and sodium metal anodes. It is imperative, but often underemphasized, to simultaneously regulate the solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) to counter dendrite growth and the cathode-electrolyte interphase (CEI) to mitigate cathode deterioration. Herein, we introduce lithium 2-trifluoromethyl-4,5-dicyanoimidazolide (LiTDI) as an efficacious additive in a carbonate-based electrolyte to extend cycle lifespan of full SMBs: the capacity retention reaches 77.

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: Pancreatic cancer has the worst prognosis of all common cancers worldwide. Cadherin plays important roles in cancer cell invasion and metastasis. This study investigated the role and mechanism of Cadherin 23 (CDH23) action in the viability of pancreatic cancer cells.

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Purpose: To explore the recurrence pattern and risk factors associated with the relapse of thoracic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (TESCC) among patients who received esophagectomy following neoadjuvant immunochemotherapy (NICT).

Methods: A total of 191 TESCC patients who received esophagectomy following NICT were retrospectively reviewed from 2019 to 2022. The first recurrence patterns were assessed.

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Stabilizing LiCoO (LCO) cathode at high voltages is still challenging in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Although fluorinated solvents are utilized in high-voltage systems for their superior oxidation resistance, linear fluorinated carbonates still undergo elimination reactions at high voltages, producing corrosive substances that compromise electrode materials. This study addresses the elimination reaction of methyl trifluoroethyl carbonate (FEMC) by incorporating tris(trimethylsilyl)-based additives, thereby constructing a homogeneous and robust polymer-rich cathode-electrolyte interphase (CEI).

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Osteoporosis is the most prevalent metabolic bone disease, especially when aggravated by aging and long-term bed rest of various causes and also when coupled with astronauts' longer missions in space. Research on the use of static magnetic fields (SMFs) has been progressing as a noninvasive method for osteoporosis due to the complexity of the disease, the inconsistency of the effects of SMFs, and the ambiguity of the mechanism. This paper studied the effects of mice subjected to hindlimb unloading (UL, HLU) and reloading by the 0.

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Physical activity (PA) may be considered an alternative method to ameliorate the elevated mortality risks associated with cadmium exposure. In this prospective cohort study, a total of 20,253 participants (weighted mean age, 47.79 years), including 10,247 men (weighted prevalence: 50.

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  • * It introduces a concept of specific interfacial area to assess solid-solid interactions at a meso-scale, and examines two interaction types—van der Waals and covalent—with a focus on their roles in enhancing electrocatalytic efficiency.
  • * The piece provides guidelines for creating effective solid-solid interfaces that boost electron transfer and stability, while also highlighting how interfacial electron behavior affects the electronic structure and activity of catalytic sites.*
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Background: The house fly is a public health pest due to its ability to transmit various pathogens worldwide. The suppression of house flies is frequently controlled by organophosphate and carbamate insecticides, but recurrent selection has led to the mutated target. To understand the spread and evolution of Mdace mutations in house flies, we sampled flies in eight different China provinces, sequenced, and then estimated the frequencies of mutations.

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  • Graft failure and poor graft function present significant challenges in haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, particularly for patients with HLA antibodies, and this study explores the role of unrelated umbilical cord blood stem cells as a potential treatment option.
  • A total of 90 patients were assessed, divided into three groups based on the presence of HLA antibodies and the use of UCB infusion, with all groups achieving similar recovery times for granulocytes post-transplantation.
  • The findings suggest that UCB infusion in HLA antibody-positive patients may lead to better outcomes regarding graft-versus-host disease and overall survival rates compared to those who did not receive UCB support.
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NADPH-cytochrome P450 reductase (CPR) is crucial for the detoxification process catalysed by cytochrome P450, which targets various exogenous xenobiotics, as well as pesticides. In our research, we successfully obtained the complete cDNA sequence of 's CPR () using reverse transcription PCR along with rapid amplification of cDNA ends technology. Bioinformatics analysis exhibited that the inferred amino acid sequence of AlCPR is characteristic of standard CPRs, featuring an N-terminal membrane anchor and three conserved FMN, FAD and NADP binding sites.

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  • Hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) are crucial for producing mature blood cells, and their regulation relies on various factors, including alternative splicing, which increases protein diversity.
  • The study investigates the ATP-dependent RNA helicase DHX16, finding that its absence in mice leads to severe depletion of HSCs, bone marrow failure, and high mortality rates, along with disruptions in cell cycle and protein synthesis.
  • The research identifies that loss of DHX16 affects ribosome assembly and activates the p53 pathway due to altered Emg1 mRNA, suggesting that targeting Emg1 could provide therapeutic options for ribosomopathies in hematopoietic diseases.
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Plant leaves can turn entirely absorbed light into chemical energy due to their spatially separated photosystems I and II in the thylakoid membrane that enables unidirectional Z-scheme type charge transfer between them. In artificial systems that mimic leaves, a lack of spatial and interfacial control of active units (i.e.

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Increased CD4GNLY T cells have been confirmed to be inversely associated with CD4 T cell count in immunological non-responders (INRs), however, the underlying mechanisms are unknown. This study aimed to elucidate the characteristics of CD4GNLY T cells and their relationship with immune restoration. Single-cell RNA sequencing, single-cell TCR sequencing, and flow cytometry were used to analyze the frequency, phenotypes, and function of CD4GNLY T cells.

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Objectives: Gefitinib (GEF) is a targeted medicine used to treat locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, GEF's hepatotoxicity limits its clinical use. This study aims to investigate the protective effect of naringin (NG) against GEF-induced hepatotoxicity.

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Mitochondria, the powerhouses of the cell, play pivotal roles in cellular processes ranging from energy production to innate immunity. Their unique double-membrane structure typically sequesters mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) from the rest of the cell. However, under oxidative or immune stress, mtDNA can escape into the cytoplasm, posing a threat as a potential danger signal.

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  • The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of adjuvant radiotherapy in esophageal cancer patients who had undergone surgery after receiving neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy between 2004 and 2019.
  • Analysis used data from the SEER database, categorizing patients into those receiving adjuvant radiotherapy (with or without chemotherapy) and those receiving only chemotherapy, using propensity score matching for accuracy.
  • Results showed no significant differences in overall survival or cancer-specific survival between the treatment groups, although certain patients with more advanced tumors did benefit from radiotherapy.*
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Botanical pesticides are one of the most promising alternatives to synthetic insecticides for green pest management. However, their efficacies must be further improved to meet real needs. Here we designed a nanoscale camptothecin (CPT) encapsulated in a star polycation (SPc) and determined its bioactivity against a devastating agricultural pest, Spodoptera frugiperda.

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Unlabelled: Gut dysbiosis is closely related to dysregulated microRNAs (miRNAs) in the intestinal epithelial cells, which plays an important role in the pathogenesis of Crohn's disease (CD). We investigated the relationship between fecal gut microbiome (GM) and intestinal tissue miRNAs in different stages of pediatric CD. Metagenomic analysis and miRNA sequencing were conducted to examine the GM and intestinal miRNA profiles of CD patients before and after clinical induction therapy and the controls.

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Trimethylamine-n-oxide (TMAO) is a metabolite of intestinal flora following the consumption of phosphatidylcholine-rich foods. Clinical cohort studies have shown that plasma TMAO may be a risk factor for cancer development, including hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but fundamental research data supporting this hypothesis are lacking. In this study, HCC cells were treated with TMAO in vivo and in vitro to evaluate the effect on some indicators related to the malignancy degree of HCC, and the relevant molecular mechanisms were explored.

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  • - The text discusses the role of auxin, a plant hormone, in regulating plant growth, emphasizing its transport and signal transduction controlled by specific gene families, notably auxin response factors and auxin/indole-3-acetic acid genes, which have not been extensively analyzed in previous studies.
  • - The researchers conducted a genomic analysis to identify 26 auxin response factor genes and 17 auxin/indole-3-acetic acid genes, categorizing them into six subfamilies and indicating their interactions and expression patterns during fruit development.
  • - The study highlights that two core genes from these families are crucial for fruit development, providing foundational insights for understanding the molecular mechanics behind this process and suggesting pathways for future research.
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