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Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), with its intrinsic genetic and epigenetic heterogeneity, exhibits significantly variable clinical outcomes among patients treated with the current standard regimen. Disulfidptosis, a novel form of regulatory cell death triggered by disulfide stress, is characterized by the collapse of cytoskeleton proteins and F-actin due to intracellular accumulation of disulfides. We investigated the expression variations of disulfidptosis-related genes (DRGs) in DLBCL using two publicly available gene expression datasets.

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Background And Aims: Sarcopenia is associated with the prognosis of patients with liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Given their diverse physiological activities, we hypothesized that plasma fatty acids might influence the progression of sarcopenia. This study aimed to clarify the association between fatty acids and sarcopenia in cirrhotic patients with HCC.

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Melatonin Ameliorates Depressive-Like Behaviors in Ovariectomized Mice by Improving Tryptophan Metabolism via Inhibition of Gut Microbe Alistipes Inops.

Adv Sci (Weinh)

September 2024

State Key Laboratory for Diagnosis and Treatment of Severe Zoonotic Infectious Diseases, Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medicine, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.

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  • Melatonin helps improve mood disorders in perimenopausal women and can reverse gut microbiome imbalances and depressive-like behaviors in ovariectomy-operated (OVX) mice.
  • Antibiotics can block melatonin's positive effects, while transferring microbiota from healthy adolescent mice can alleviate depressive symptoms in OVX mice.
  • The harmful gut bacteria Alistipes Inops is linked to depressive behaviors by degrading tryptophan, but melatonin reduces its growth and restores tryptophan levels, potentially offering a new treatment strategy for menopausal depression.
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Many women seek treatment to improve menopausal vasomotor symptoms (VMS). The selection of women most likely to benefit from menopause hormone therapy (MHT) is crucial in clinical practice. There is general agreement that women younger than 60 years or who initiate MHT within the first 10 years of menopause, with no contraindications, have greater benefits considering symptomatic relief and additional advantages.

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Pathogenicity and transmissibility of bovine H5N1 influenza virus.

Nature

September 2024

Influenza Research Institute, Department of Pathobiological Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA.

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  • An unprecedented outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) affected bovine herds in the USA in spring 2024, leading to infections in other animals and potential spillover to humans.
  • Researchers isolated HPAI H5N1 virus from infected cow milk and studied its impact on mice and ferrets, finding that it spread throughout these animals, including to mammary glands, similar to previous strains.
  • Although the bovine H5N1 virus showed some ability to bind to human respiratory tissues and transmit minimally among ferrets, it exhibited features that raise concerns about potential infection and spread in mammals.
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Synergistic enhancement of plant growth and cadmium stress defense by Azospirillum brasilense and plant heme: Modulating the growth-defense relationship.

Sci Total Environ

October 2024

State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, The Research Center of Soil and Water Conservation and Ecological Environment, CAS and MOE, Yangling 712100, China; State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, CAS and MWR, Yangling 712100, China; Key Laboratory of Green Utilization of Critical Non-metallic Mineral Resources, Ministry of Education, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China. Electronic address:

Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) play important roles in plant growth and defense under heavy metal (HM) stress. The direct integration of microbial and plant signals is key to the regulation of plant growth and HM stress defense, but the underlying mechanisms are still limited. Herein, we reveal a novel mechanism by which PGPR regulates plant growth-regulating substances in plant tissues and coordinates plant growth and defense in pak choi under cadmium (Cd) stress.

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Operational Definition of the Concept of Success in Peripheral Intravenous Catheterization in Hospitalized Children.

J Infus Nurs

July 2024

Author Affiliations: Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil (Santos); Universidade Federal de São Paulo - Escola Paulista de Enfermagem, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil (Kusahara, Pedreira, Avelar); Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro - Anna Nery School of Nursing, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Rodrigues); Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais - School of Nursing, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil (Manzo).

The objective of this study was to operationally define the concept of success in peripheral intravenous catheterization in children considering the Walker and Avant model. This is a methodological study, carried out through the following steps: concept selection, the definition of the analysis objective, identification of possible uses of the concept, determination of critical or essential attributes, construction of a model and opposite case, and identification of antecedents and consequences. The study was carried out based on a search in international databases from January to March 2021.

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Strategies for treating progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) remain limited. Here, we found that miR-145-5p is overabundant uniquely in chronic lesion tissues from secondary progressive MS patients. We induced both acute and chronic demyelination in miR-145 knockout mice to determine its contributions to remyelination failure.

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  • - The study presents petal-like graphene porous films designed with dendritic and honeycomb pores to effectively combat electromagnetic pollution, achieved through a controlled phase inversion process.
  • - By modifying the graphene with PVP K30, the distribution is improved, leading to a 170% increase in electromagnetic shielding effectiveness and enhanced thermal conductivity by 104%, compared to films without this modification.
  • - The resulting porous films also show significant improvements in mechanical properties, with tensile strength rising to 6.9 MPa and elongation at break increasing by 131%, while successfully preventing graphene agglomeration.
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Enantioselective Reductive Cyclization of Alkynyl-Tethered Cyclohexadienones Catalyzed by Rhodium Complexes.

Org Lett

July 2024

The Research Center of Chiral Drugs, Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China-Thailand Joint Research Institute of Natural Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai 201203, China.

Although various types of asymmetric cyclization reactions of 1,6-enynes have been established, simple asymmetric reductive cyclization remains underdeveloped. In this study, the enantioselective reductive cyclization of alkynyl-tethered cyclohexadienones (1,6-enynes) has been developed via a chiral pincer rhodium catalyst, affording -hydrobenzofurans and -hydroindoles with high enantioselectivities (90-99% ee). Furthermore, several synthetic applications and preliminary inhibitory activity studies against SARS-CoV-2 3CL are presented.

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Photoinduced Intermolecular Radical Hydroalkylation of Olefins via Ligated Boryl Radicals-Mediated Halogen Atom Transfer.

Org Lett

July 2024

Flow Chemistry Group, van't Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (HIMS), University of Amsterdam, 1098 XH Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Light-mediated Halogen-Atom Transfer (XAT) has become a significant methodology in contemporary synthesis. Unlike α-aminoalkyl and silyl radicals, ligated boryl radicals (LBRs) have not been extensively explored as halogen atom abstractors. In this study, we introduce NHC-ligated boranes as optimal radical chain carriers for the intermolecular reductive radical hydroalkylation and hydroarylation of electron-deficient olefins by using direct UV-A light irradiation.

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  • - Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, and the protein TRIM28 (RNF96) has various important roles in cancer biology, including DNA repair and supporting cancer progression, but its specific effects on breast cancer are not well understood.
  • - In a study using multiple analysis methods, researchers found that TRIM28 is overexpressed in breast invasive carcinoma (BRCA) tissues compared to normal tissues, indicating a link to the disease's aggressiveness and potential as a long-term survival predictor for severe types of breast cancer.
  • - The study also showed that cordycepin (CD) can reduce TRIM28 levels and inhibit breast cancer progression in mice, suggesting that TRIM28 could be a target for developing new
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  • Targeting the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway is an effective strategy in tumor immunotherapy, particularly for colorectal cancer.
  • The small molecule 5,7,4'-trimethoxyflavone (TF) enhances T-cell tumor-killing by reducing PD-L1 expression and promoting its breakdown.
  • In mouse models, TF boosts immune responses against tumors and works well with CTLA-4 antibodies, indicating its potential as a new cancer therapy.
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Distinct planting patterns exert legacy effects on the networks and assembly of root-associated microbiomes in subsequent crops.

Sci Total Environ

October 2024

The Research Center of Soil and Water Conservation and Ecological Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences and Ministry of Education, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China; State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Chinese Academy of Sciences and Ministry of Water Resources, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China; State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China. Electronic address:

Soil legacy effects from previous crops can significantly influence plant-soil interactions in crop rotations. However, the microbial mechanism underlying this effect in subsequent root-associated compartments remains unclear. We investigated the effects of planting patterns (four-year continuous maize [MM], three-year winter wheat and one-year maize rotation [WM], and three-year potato and one-year maize rotation [PM]) on the microbial composition and structure of root-associated compartments, the effect of distinct crops on subsequent microbial co-occurrence patterns, and the assembly mechanism by which the root-associated compartments (bulk soil, rhizosphere, and roots) in subsequent crops regulate the microbiome habitat.

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Pest control is crucial in crop production; however, the use of chemical pesticides, the primary method of pest control, poses environmental issues and leads to insecticide resistance in pests. To overcome these issues, laser zapping has been studied as a clean pest control technology against the nocturnal cotton leafworm, , which has high fecundity and causes severe damage to various crops. For better sighting during laser zapping, it is important to measure the coordinates and speed of moths under low-light conditions.

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Effects of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation on Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Clinical Symptom Burden in Long COVID: Results From the COVID-Rehab Randomized Controlled Trial.

Am J Phys Med Rehabil

February 2025

From the Research center and Centre ÉPIC, Montreal Heart Institute, Montréal, Québec, Canada (FB, JM, HM, SC, CK, NM, BB, CL, JI-G, TV, CG, MJ, FS, PL'A, AN, MG, LB); Department of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada (FB, JM, HM, SC, JI-G, MJ, FS, PL'A, AN, MG, LB); Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada (BB); Department of Psychology, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada (CL, FG-M); and Research Center, Institut Universitaire de Gériatrie de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada (LB).

Objective: The aim of the study is to investigate the effectiveness of an 8-wk cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program on cardiorespiratory fitness (VO 2 peak) and key cardiopulmonary exercise test measures, quality of life, and symptom burden in individuals with long COVID.

Design: Forty individuals with long COVID (mean age 53 ± 11 yrs), were randomized into two groups: (1) rehabilitation group: center-based individualized clinical rehabilitation program (8 wks, 3 sessions per week of aerobic and resistance exercises, and daily inspiratory muscle training) and (2) control group: individuals maintained their daily habits during an 8-wk period.

Results: There was a significant difference between groups in mean VO 2 peak improvement ( P = 0.

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  • The study investigates the harmful effects of oral exposure to acrylamide (AD) on lung function, focusing on how it relates to inflammation, oxidative stress, and cell death (pyroptosis).
  • It uses a rat model to show that AD lowers specific miRNA expressions, leading to increased cell death and damage in lung tissue, as well as the activation of harmful proteins.
  • The introduction of zinc oxide nanoparticles combined with moringa extract shows potential protective effects against the toxicity of acrylamide, enhancing the miRNA responses and reducing lung damage.
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Fu-Zheng-Yi-Liu Formula inhibits the stem cells and metastasis of prostate cancer via tumor-associated macrophages/C-C motif chemokine ligand 5 pathway in tumor microenvironment.

Chin J Nat Med

June 2024

The Research Center of Integrative Cancer Medicine, Discipline of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, the Second Clinical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, China. Electronic address:

Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most common malignancy among men globally. The Fu-Zheng-Yi-Liu (FZYL) Formula has been widely utilized in the treatment of PCa. This study investigates whether the FZYL Formula can inhibit PCa by targeting the TAMs/CCL5 pathway.

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Unraveling the molecular and immunological landscape: Exploring signaling pathways in osteoporosis.

Biomed Pharmacother

August 2024

Department of Oncology, The Affiliated Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; Key Laboratory of Medical Electrophysiology, Ministry of Education & Medical Electrophysiological Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, (Collaborative Innovation Center for Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases), Institute of Cardiovascular Research, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China. Electronic address:

Osteoporosis, characterized by compromised bone density and microarchitecture, represents a significant global health challenge, particularly in aging populations. This comprehensive review delves into the intricate signaling pathways implicated in the pathogenesis of osteoporosis, providing valuable insights into the pivotal role of signal transduction in maintaining bone homeostasis. The exploration encompasses cellular signaling pathways such as Wnt, Notch, JAK/STAT, NF-κB, and TGF-β, all of which play crucial roles in bone remodeling.

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An ultrasensitive electrochemical aptasensor based on zeolitic imidazolate framework-67 loading gold nanoparticles and horseradish peroxidase for detection of aflatoxin B1.

Food Chem

October 2024

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Bioactive Substances, Center for Drug Research and Development, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong, China. Electronic address:

Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is one of the most toxic mycotoxins and poses a high risk to human health. Highly sensitive and rapid detection is one of the most effective preventive measures to avoid potential hazards. Herein, an electrochemical aptasensor based on DNA nanotetrahedron and zeolitic imidazolate framework-67 loading gold nanoparticles, horseradish peroxidase, and aptamers was designed for the ultrasensitive detection of AFB1.

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Background And Aims: In chronic ischaemic heart failure, revascularisation strategies control symptoms but are less effective in improving left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF). The aim of this trial is to investigate the safety of cardiac shockwave therapy (SWT) as a novel treatment option and its efficacy in increasing cardiac function by inducing angiogenesis and regeneration in hibernating myocardium.

Methods: In this single-blind, parallel-group, sham-controlled trial (cardiac shockwave therapy for ischemic heart failure, CAST-HF; NCT03859466) patients with LVEF ≤40% requiring surgical revascularisation were enrolled.

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Health utility of patients with established rheumatoid arthritis and its influencing factors: a multi-center study in China.

Sci Rep

June 2024

The Research Center of National Drug Policy & Ecosystem, China Pharmaceutical University, No. 639 Longmian Avenue, Jiangning District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China.

To assess the health utility value (HUV) of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients and its influencing factors in China. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 8 tertiary hospitals across four capital-cities. The demographic characteristics, patient-reported outcomes including the HUV got by EQ-5D-5L, clinical characteristics, and clinician-reported outcomes of 171 RA patients were collected both from themselves and their physicians.

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In situ comparison of osteogenic effects of polymer-based scaffolds with different degradability by integrated scaffold model.

Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces

September 2024

The Research Center for Nano-Biomaterials, Analytical and Testing Center, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China. Electronic address:

Polymer-based scaffolds with different degradability have been investigated to screen the matrix whose degradation rate is more closely matched with the bone regeneration rate. However, these comparisons are inclined to be compromised by the animal individual differences. In this study, we constructed an integrated scaffold model comprising four parts with different degradability and bioactivity to achieve an in situ comparison of bone regeneration ability of different scaffolds.

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  • Cardiac hypertrophy is a condition that leads to serious heart issues and may result in sudden death, with recent studies pointing to changes in microRNA as a contributing factor.
  • Researchers investigated young rats with induced abdominal aorta coarctation and found that specific microRNAs, particularly miR-31-5p, were downregulated, which is linked to enlarged heart cells and increased hypertrophic biomarkers.
  • The study identified a pathway involving miR-31-5p, Nfatc2ip, and β-Mhc, revealing that miR-31-5p inhibits hypertrophy by targeting Nfatc2ip, thus presenting a potential new intervention strategy for cardiac hypertrophy.
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