Publications by authors named "ZhiYing Liu"

Mesua ferrea L. was commonly used in Uyghur medicine, and the flowering buds of M. ferrea extract exhibited significant inhibitory effects on the proliferation of breast cancer cells in our preliminary research; however, the underlying active components remain to be elucidated.

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Objective: To examine the characteristics and spatiotemporal changes in the phenotypes and genotypes of extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs) in Escherichia coli strains isolated from bloodstream infections (BSIs) across China between 2014 and 2021.

Methods: 983 ESBL-positive E. coli strains were collected from BSIs in 66 hospitals across different geographic regions in China from 2014 to 2021.

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KANK1 is expressed in epithelial cells and connects focal adhesions with the adjacent cortical microtubule stabilizing complex. Although KANK1 was shown to suppress cancer cell growth in vitro, TCGA database points to high KANK1 levels associated with poor prognosis in a wide spectrum of human malignancies. Here, we address this discrepancy and report that KANK1 promotes proliferation and survival of PyMT-transformed mammary tumor cells in vivo.

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  • - The study focused on creating and validating a predictive model to assess in-hospital mortality risk for ICU patients with Gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB), using data from two major databases: eICU-CRD and MIMIC-IV.
  • - Researchers used multivariate logistic regression to develop a nomogram, which is a graphical tool to help predict patient outcomes; they analyzed a total of 3647 patients (2929 from eICU-CRD and 718 from MIMIC-IV).
  • - The nomogram demonstrated strong predictive accuracy, with an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.893 for the development set, indicating significant differences in mortality rates between high-risk (25.7%) and
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  • - Propyl gallate (PG) is a food additive that could potentially help combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), though it hasn't been documented for this use until now.
  • - The study demonstrated PG's effective inhibition of the Tet(X4) enzyme, which is linked to AMR, and found it works well in synergy with the antibiotic tigecycline against E. coli.
  • - Combining PG with tigecycline improved survival rates and reduced bacterial load in infected animal models, suggesting PG could be an important tool for enhancing the effectiveness of existing antibiotics against resistant bacteria.
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  • BiS (bismuth sulfide) with a 2D structure is gaining attention for its excellent conductivity, high absorption coefficient, and eco-friendliness, making it suitable for optoelectronic devices.
  • The study demonstrates a quick method to create bismuth sulfide thin films with different intrinsic defects, specifically sulfur vacancies (LA-BiS) and oxygen passivated (AP-BiS).
  • Results show that LA-BiS photodetectors have high responsivities and detectivities, while AP-BiS devices excel in speedy on/off performance, showcasing the potential of defect tuning for enhanced device capabilities.
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  • - The study focuses on Scutellarein (Scu), a new and effective inhibitor of the polyphosphate kinase 1 (PPK1) enzyme found in Acinetobacter baumannii, a type of bacteria known for its pathogenicity and persistence.
  • - Scu showed significant effects on bacterial behavior, such as reduced motility and biofilm formation, and improved survival rates in Galleria mellonella larvae and mice with pneumonia.
  • - The research suggests that Scu interferes with A. baumannii by directly targeting PPK1, potentially offering a new treatment avenue to combat this harmful bacterium.
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Triple-negative breast cancer has become a major problem in clinical treatment due to its high heterogeneity, and Plant-derived drug discovery has been the focus of attention for novel anti-tumor therapeutics. In this study, Miliusol, a natural product isolated from the rarely reported plant Miliusa tenuistipitata, was identified as the lead compound, and 25 miliusol derivatives were designed and synthesized under antiproliferative activity guidance. The results revealed that ZMF-24 was demonstrated to have potent anti-TNBC proliferation with IC values of 0.

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By integrating the thermal characteristics from thermal-infrared remote sensing with the physiological and structural information of vegetation revealed by multispectral remote sensing, a more comprehensive assessment of the crop soil-moisture-status response can be achieved. In this study, multispectral and thermal-infrared remote-sensing data, along with soil-moisture-content (SMC) samples (0~20 cm, 20~40 cm, and 40~60 cm soil layers), were collected during the flowering stage of soybean. Data sources included vegetation indices, texture features, texture indices, and thermal-infrared vegetation indices.

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  • - The study investigates the impact of long-term mowing on the stability of grasslands in Inner Mongolia, revealing that mowing affects ecosystem stability differently over time.
  • - Initially, mowing reduces stability during the first 12 years, but it enhances stability in the subsequent 5 years, indicating a phase-dependent response.
  • - Key factors influencing stability include species and functional group asynchrony, with portfolio effects being more significant than diversity in stabilizing the ecosystem.
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Purpose: This study aims to explore the adverse impacts of abusive supervision on helping behaviors among employees, as mediating by intention to leave and moderating by Islamic work ethics (IWE).

Design/methodology/approach: A quantitative approach was employed, and the sample consisted of 283 nurses working in various public sector hospitals in Pakistan. The data analysis was conducted using SPSS and AMOS with the PROCESS macro.

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  • CARM1 is a protein that methylates non-histone proteins and is crucial for gene activation, cell cycle progression, and tumor development, though its key substrates are not fully understood.
  • The study identifies GATAD2A/2B as a target of CARM1 within the NuRD complex, where CARM1 methylates these proteins, aiding in gene activation related to the transition from G1 to S phase during the cell cycle.
  • High levels of CARM1 and NuRD are linked to breast cancer, and inhibiting CARM1 can reduce cancer cell growth and tumor formation, highlighting methylation targeting as a potential cancer treatment strategy.
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Townes-Brocks syndrome (TBS) is an autosomal dominant disorder characterised by the triad of anorectal, thumb, and ear malformations. It may also be accompanied by defects in kidney, heart, eyes, hearing, and feet. TBS has been demonstrated to result from heterozygous variants in the SALL1 gene, which encodes zinc finger protein believed to function as a transcriptional repressor.

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Background: The purpose of this study is to observe LP45 ( 45) to investigate the mechanism by which LP45 attenuates oxidative stress-induced damage and regulates the osteoblast-osteoclast balance.

Materials And Methods: The oxidative stress level and osteoblast- and osteoclast-related proteins were detected by immunofluorescence staining, Western blotting, ROS fluorescent probe and ELISA. Osteoblast cell proliferation capacity was determined by the CCK-8 assay.

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The ovarian microenvironment plays a crucial role in ensuring the reproductive success of viviparous teleosts. However, the molecular mechanism underlying the interaction between spermatozoa and the ovarian microenvironment has remained elusive. This study aimed to contribute to a better understanding of this process in black rockfish (Sebastes schlegelii) using integrated multi-omics approaches.

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Triclocarban (TCC), a novel antimicrobial agent found in personal care products, has been extensively detected in marine environments. However, research on the toxic effects of TCC on marine organisms remains inadequate. This study delved into the subchronic toxic effects of TCC on the early life stages of marine medaka (Oryzias melastigma, O.

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Zoom panoramic optical systems incorporate a panoramic peripheral vision zoom imaging function, enabling swift wide-area coarse and localized precise detection. These systems find applicability in examining pipes and other internal structures. This study centers on the catadioptric zoom panoramic optical system and its associated optical design method.

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Monocentric multi-scale (MMS) systems offer the advantages of a high resolution and wide field of view (FOV). These systems can improve the image resolution with a broad FOV by utilizing the stitching of the detectors. In addition to traditional stray light in optical systems, such as ghost reflection, scattering, and diffraction, the crosstalk between relay lenses cannot be ignored as a type of special stray light.

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Background: Total human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) DNA and integrated HIV DNA are widely used markers of HIV persistence. Droplet digital polymerase chain reaction (ddPCR) can be used for absolute quantification without needing a standard curve. Here, we developed duplex ddPCR assays to detect and quantify total HIV DNA and integrated HIV DNA.

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The escalation of antibiotic resistance and the diminishing antimicrobial pipeline have emerged as significant threats to public health. The ESKAPE pathogens - Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Enterobacter spp. - were initially identified as critical multidrug-resistant bacteria, demanding urgently effective therapies.

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  • The study investigates how amino acids, specifically glutamine (Gln), impact sweet taste perception using fruit flies as a model organism.
  • Male Drosophila were fed diets supplemented with individual amino acids, and the proboscis extension response assay was performed to measure their sensitivity to sucrose.
  • Results showed that Gln enhances sucrose taste sensitivity through a mechanism that involves gut microbiota, particularly the bacterium Acetobacter tropicalis, and a gut-brain communication pathway.
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NRP1/CD304 is a typical membrane-bound co-receptor for the vascular endothelial cell growth factor (VEGF), semaphorin family members, and viral SARS-CoV-2. Cordycepin (CD) is a natural product or active gradient from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) from Link and s sinensis (Berk.).

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