Publications by authors named "Ziyi Cai"

Despite advancements in the treatment of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, including CAR T-cell therapy, mutations remain a significant negative prognostic factor in patients with relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The combination of autologous stem cell transplantation and CAR T-cell therapy may enhance long-term prognosis and reduce adverse effects, including severe cytokine release syndrome. This case report presents a 41-year-old man with relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma harboring mutations who underwent autologous stem cell transplantation combined with CD19 CAR T-cell therapy.

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Objectives: Due to the severe shortage of donor corneas for transplantation in China, corneal component transplantation may expand the available donor pool. This study aims to evaluate the safety and feasibility of corneal component transplantation by examining the distribution of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) in corneas from HBsAg-seropositive donors under different storage media.

Methods: Ten corneas (from 6 donors) donated between December 2019 and March 2021 and stored at the Eye Bank of Xiangya Third Hospital, Central South University, were analyzed.

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Credible projections of Arctic warming and wetting (AWW) are essential for informed decision-making in a changing climate. However, current AWW projections from state-of-the-art climate models carry uncertainties. Using observational datasets and CMIP6 model simulations, we demonstrate that the observed historical global warming trend and the climatological mean pattern of Arctic sea ice can serve as effective constraints on AWW projections.

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Background: The testis is a key reservoir of long non-coding RNAs, yet their physiological roles in male reproduction remain debated. Notably, long non-coding RNAs 1700101O22Rik (22Rik) and 1700027A15Rik (15Rik) are uniquely expressed in the mouse testis. Previous research indicates that both 22Rik and 15Rik play roles in male reproductive processes; however, it is still unclear whether their effects on fertility are cumulative or compensatory.

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Objective: This study investigated the association of poor oral health with appetite loss and deterioration in appetite longitudinally in older adults.

Design: Cross-sectional and longitudinal observational study.

Setting: Data came from two population-based cohorts of older adults from the UK and USA.

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  • Social connections significantly affect the progression of frailty in older adults, with higher levels of social engagement linked to a reduced risk of developing frailty.* -
  • Increases in loneliness were associated with a higher risk of frailty, indicating that social isolation can negatively impact health outcomes.* -
  • Maintaining and increasing social engagement can help prevent frailty and even reverse its effects, suggesting that fostering social connections is crucial for older adults' wellbeing.*
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pH homeostasis is crucial for spermatogenesis, sperm maturation, sperm physiological function, and fertilization in mammals. HCO and H are the most significant factors involved in regulating pH homeostasis in the male reproductive system. Multiple pH-regulating transporters and ion channels localize in the testis, epididymis, and spermatozoa, such as HCO transporters (solute carrier family 4 and solute carrier family 26 transporters), carbonic anhydrases, and H-transport channels and enzymes (e.

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In the treatment of uveal melanoma (UVM), histone deacetylase inhibitors (HDACi) have emerged as a promising epigenetic therapy. However, their clinical efficacy is hindered by the suboptimal pharmacokinetics and the strong self-rescue of tumor cells. To overcome these limitations, reactive oxygen species (ROS)-responsive nanoparticles (NPs) are designed that encapsulate HDACi MS-275 and the glutamine metabolism inhibitor V-9302.

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Cisplatin (CDDP) is a commonly used chemotherapeutic agent for treating head and neck tumors. However, there is high incidence of ototoxicity in patients treated with CDDP, which may be caused by the excessive reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation in the inner ear. Many studies have demonstrated the strong antioxidant effects of ergothioneine (EGT).

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Cisplatin is widely employed in clinical oncology as an anticancer chemotherapy drug in clinical practice and is known for its severe ototoxic side effects. Prior research indicates that the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) plays a pivotal role in cisplatin's inner ear toxicity. Hesperidin is a flavanone glycoside extracted from citrus fruits that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

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The cGAS-STING pathway, as a vital innate immune signaling pathway, has attracted considerable attention in tumor immunotherapy research. However, STING agonists are generally incapable of targeting tumors, thus limiting their clinical applications. Here, a photodynamic polymer (P1) is designed to electrostatically couple with 56MESS-a cationic platinum (II) agent-to form NP -56MESS.

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Over-production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the inner ear can be triggered by a variety of pathological events identified in animal models after traumatic noise exposure. Our previous research found that inhibition of the AMP-activated protein kinase alpha subunit (AMPKα) protects against noise-induced cochlear hair cell loss and hearing loss by reducing ROS accumulation. However, the molecular pathway through which AMPKα exerts its antioxidative effect is still unclear.

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Radiation-induced sensorineural hearing loss (RISNHL) is one of the major side effects of radiotherapy for head and neck cancers. At present, no effective clinical treatment or prevention is available for RISNHL. This study thus aimed to investigate the cochlear pathology so that the underlying mechanisms of RISNHL may be elucidated, consequently paving the way for potential protective strategies to be developed.

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  • Sensory hair cell injuries, especially in the outer hair cells, are the main cause of hearing loss as people get older.
  • A substance called TFEB helps regulate a process called autophagy, which is important for cell health, and research shows that boosting TFEB can help protect hearing cells and delay age-related hearing loss.
  • A special drug (C1) tested in older mice improved the function of TFEB and autophagy, helping to fix damaged hair cells and suggesting that targeting TFEB could be a new way to treat hearing loss in older people.
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Solar-driven photocatalytic regeneration of cofactors, including reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH), reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH), and reduced flavin adenine dinucleotide (FADH), could ensure the sustainable energy supply of enzymatic reactions catalyzed by oxidoreductases for the efficient synthesis of chemicals. However, the elevation of cofactor regeneration efficiency is severely hindered by the inefficient utilization of electrons transferred on the surface of photocatalysts. Inspired by the phenomenon of ferredoxin-NADP reductase (FNR) anchoring on thylakoid membrane, herein, a homogeneous catalyst of rhodium (Rh) complex, [Cp∗Rh(bpy)HO], was anchored on polymeric carbon nitride (PCN) mediated by a tannic acid/polyethyleneimine (TA/PEI) adhesive layer, acquiring PCN@TA/PEI-Rh core@shell photocatalyst.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Ziyi Cai"

  • - Ziyi Cai's research spans a variety of fields, focusing on the interplay between social engagement and health outcomes, particularly in the context of frailty among older adults, as demonstrated in his longitudinal studies using cohorts from the UK and USA.
  • - Another area of exploration includes the male reproductive system's pH homeodynamics and its significance for sperm functionality and fertility, identifying the roles of various ion channels and transporters in this process.
  • - Additionally, Cai investigates innovative therapeutic strategies for treating conditions like uveal melanoma and hearing loss, employing nanoparticles and antioxidants to enhance treatment efficacy and protect against chemotherapy-induced damage.

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