Publications by authors named "Ziqian An"

Ubiquitin-like with PHD and RING finger domains 1 (UHRF1) is an epigenetic regulator that plays critical roles in tumours. However, the DNA methylation alteration patterns driven by UHRF1 and the related differentially expressed tumour-related genes remain unclear. In this study, a UHRF1-shRNA MCF-7 cell line was constructed, and whole-genome bisulfite sequencing and RNA sequencing were performed.

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Microvascular self-healing composite materials have significant potential for application and their mechanical properties need in-depth investigation. In this paper, the tensile and compressive properties of woven fabric carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) laminates containing three-dimensional microvascular channels were investigated experimentally. Several detailed finite element (FE) models were established to simulate the mechanical behavior of the laminate and the effectiveness of different models was examined.

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A facile and effective tandem reaction of ynones and methyl salicylates was developed to obtain a broad range of 3-acyl chromones in moderate-to-excellent yields. This protocol underwent a Michael addition and cyclization process, which exhibited easily accessible substrates, broad substrate scope, and high regioselectivity under mild and transition-metal-free conditions. Moreover, gram-scale reaction and further chemical transformation of the products were also further studied.

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Article Synopsis
  • Composite materials, like carbon fiber reinforced laminates, experience reduced fatigue life in humid and hot conditions, making it crucial to consider these factors in evaluations.
  • Experiments were conducted under various temperature and moisture conditions, revealing significant changes in fatigue properties and failure modes, with high humidity and elevated temperature causing the biggest issues.
  • A finite element model was developed to analyze these effects, showing that high-cycle fatigue is notably weakened by moisture saturation and heat, while low-cycle fatigue can improve in cooler temperatures.
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