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  • * Batch experiments showed that biochar helps sustain CH oxidation under stress from HMs and MPs by supporting diverse MOB and promoting polysaccharide secretion, mitigating environmental stress.
  • * While low levels of HMs slightly inhibited CH oxidation, higher concentrations boosted methanotrophic activities; MPs had a stronger impact, enhancing CH oxidation, especially when present with low HMs, leading to distinct microbial adaptations.
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The early prognostic value of the 1-4-day BCM/PA trend after admission in neurocritical patients.

Sci Rep

September 2024

Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China.

The purpose of this study was to investigate early stage dynamic changes in relevant indicators in neurocritical patients to identify biomarkers that can predict a poor prognosis at an early stage (1-4 days after admission). This study retrospectively collected clinical data, inflammatory indicators, and nutritional indicators from 77 patients at the neurology intensive care unit. The 3-month modified Rankin scale score was used as the outcome indicator.

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Synergistic activation of persulfate by Fe-based perovskite photocatalysis for alkali lignin degradation in pulp and paper wastewater.

Environ Sci Pollut Res Int

October 2024

Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, 2 North Wulongjiang Ave., University Town, Fuzhou, 350108, Fujian, China.

A synergistic photocatalytic system based on Fe-based perovskite with persulfate was constructed for alkali lignin (AL) degradation in pulp and paper wastewater. The degradation performance and mechanism on AL were carried out under ambient temperature and pressure, accompanied by visible light irradiation. The results showed that the synergistic photocatalytic system exhibited much better performance on AL degradation than the single catalytic system.

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Relict subtropical coniferous forests in China face severe fragmentation, resulting in declining populations, and some are under significant threat from invasive alien species. Despite the crucial importance of understanding forest dynamics, knowledge gaps persist, particularly regarding the impact of invasive plants on vulnerable natives like . In this study, we investigated the impact of invasive plants on the regeneration of forests dominated by .

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  • Parkinson's disease (PD) and multiple system atrophy (MSA) may be foreshadowed by isolated REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD), which prompts research into potential biomarkers like sighing patterns during sleep.
  • A study involving 73 MSA participants, 111 with iRBD, 257 with PD, and 115 controls found that the MSA group exhibited the highest rate of sighing during slow wave sleep (N3), with a specific sigh index being effective in distinguishing MSA from controls.
  • The findings suggest that monitoring sigh frequency during sleep could serve as a useful screening tool for MSA in middle-aged individuals, although further research is needed to investigate the implications of sighing in those with
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Gynecologic cancers are a significant health issue for women globally. Early detection and successful treatment of these tumors are crucial for the survival of female patients. Conventional therapies are often ineffective and harsh, particularly in advanced stages, necessitating the exploration of new therapy options.

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Objective: To explore the inhibitory effect ORY-1001, a lysine-specific histone demethylase 1 (LSD1) inhibitor, on growth of glioblastoma (GBM) and the underlying mechanism.

Methods: We analyzed LSD1 expressions in GBM and normal brain tissues based on data from TCGA and HPA databases. Female BALB/c mouse models bearing xenografts derived from U87 cells or cells with lentivirus-mediated LSD1 silencing or Notch overexpression were treated with saline or 400 µg/kg ORY-1001 by gavage every 7 days, and GBM formation and survival time of the mice were recorded.

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  • The study explores the role of Zinc-alpha2-glycoprotein (ZAG) in hypertension, focusing on its relationship with blood pressure regulation and metabolic disorders.
  • Researchers found that hypertensive participants had lower serum ZAG levels, and experiments with Azgp1-/- mice showed increased blood pressure linked to impaired sodium excretion and altered renal lipid metabolism.
  • Interventions, including ZAG protein administration and NHE inhibitors, demonstrated potential therapeutic avenues for improving blood pressure and sodium handling in hypertension.
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Depression, a mood disorder characterized by a persistent low mood and lack of enjoyment, is considered the leading cause of non-fatal health losses worldwide. Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to adapt to external or internal stimuli, resulting in functional and structural changes. This process plays a crucial role in the development of depression.

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Influence of information anxiety on core competency of registered nurses: mediating effect of digital health literacy.

BMC Nurs

September 2024

School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No.1 Xuefu North Road, University Town, Minhou County, Fuzhou, 350122, China.

Background: In the information age of health care, nurses often face information overload, leading to negative emotions, e.g., anxiety that may impede the adoption of evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making process.

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Multiomics analysis reveal the impact of 17α-Ethinylestradiol on mortality in juvenile zebrafish.

Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol

December 2024

SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou 510006, China. Electronic address:

17α-Ethinylestradiol (EE2) is known for its endocrine-disrupting effects on embryonic and adult fish. However, its impact on juvenile zebrafish has not been well established. In this study, juvenile zebrafish were exposed to EE2 at concentrations of 5 ng/L (low dose, L), 10 ng/L (medium dose, M), and 50 ng/L (high dose, H) from 21 days post-fertilization (dpf) to 49 dpf.

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Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) and their alternatives (e.g., dechlorane plus (DPs) and decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE)) are ubiquitous in various environmental media.

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Fibroblast growth factor 21 alleviates acetaminophen induced acute liver injury by activating Sirt1 mediated autophagy.

Cell Signal

November 2024

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, University Town, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325035, China. Electronic address:

Background And Aims: Acetaminophen (APAP) is the main cause of acute liver injury (ALI) in the Western. Our previous study has shown that fenofibrate activated hepatic expression of fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) can protect the liver form APAP injuries by promoting autophagy. However, the underlying mechanism involved in FGF21-mediated autophagy remains unsolved.

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The objectives of this review were to understand the impact of microRNA-486 on myogenesis and muscle atrophy, and the change of microRNA-486 following exercise, and provide valuable information for improving muscle atrophy based on exercise intervention targeting microRNA-486. Muscle-enriched microRNAs (miRNAs), also referred to as myomiRs, control various processes in skeletal muscles, from myogenesis and muscle homeostasis to different responses to environmental stimuli such as exercise. MicroRNA-486 is a miRNA in which a stem-loop sequence is embedded within the ANKYRIN1 (ANK1) locus and is strictly conserved across mammals.

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In the context of the "" in traditional Chinese culture, this paper examines the heterogeneous effects of interpersonal interactions in different relationships on older adults' depressive emotions from a cultural-psychological perspective. Results using data from Chinese General Social Survey demonstrate that: interactions with children are the most helpful in reducing perceived depression for the elderly, followed by communications with siblings and relatives. However, interactions with friends and other fellows do not significantly reduce older people's perceived depression.

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Elucidating and forecasting the organochlorine pesticides in suspended particulate matter by a two-stage decomposition based interpretable deep learning approach.

Water Res

November 2024

Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, 510006 Guangzhou, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, 510006 Guangzhou, China. Electronic address:

Accurately predicting the concentration of organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) presents a challenge due to their complex sources and environmental behaviors. In this study, we introduced a novel and advanced model that combined the power of three distinct techniques: Complete Ensemble Empirical Mode Decomposition with Adaptive Noise (CEEMDAN), Variational Mode Decomposition (VMD), and a deep learning network of Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM). The objective is to characterize the variation in OCPs concentrations with high precision.

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Mechanisms of the effect of high-performance ester composite materials on plant growth under soilless conditions.

Sci Rep

August 2024

Guangdong Engineering Research Centre for Major Infrastructures Safety, School of Civil Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, No.135 XinGangXiLu, Guangzhou, 510275, China.

The utilization of high-performance ester materials in addressing soil erosion and conserving water remains a crucial area of research in soil remediation. Currently, however, the mechanism underlying the role of these materials in vegetation restoration remains unclear, hampering the accurate determination of the optimal ratio of high-performance ester composite materials for soil enhancement. To address this issue, this study examines the mechanism of how high-performance ester composite materials affect the germination and growth of plant seeds through soilless cultivation experiments.

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Objective: To investigate the associations between the geriatric nutritional risk index (GNRI) with cognitive functions among U.S. older adults.

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Semen Strychni Pulveratum and vomicine alleviate neuroinflammation in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis through cGAS-STING-TBK1 pathway.

J Ethnopharmacol

January 2025

Department of Neurology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, No. 111, Dade Lu, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, 510120, China. Electronic address:

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fetal neuromuscular disorder characterized by the gradual deterioration of motor neurons. Semen Strychni pulveratum (SSP), a processed version of Semen Strychni (SS) powder, is widely used to treat ALS in China. Vomicine is one of the most primary components of SS.

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  • * Researchers analyzed data from 2,088 college students using various machine learning models, with the extreme gradient boosting machine (eXGBM) model outperforming the others, achieving an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.932.
  • * The AI tool showed strong predictive abilities during external validation, confirming its effectiveness in identifying students at risk of severe mental health issues.
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Perceptual training improves audiovisual integration by enhancing alpha-band oscillations and functional connectivity in older adults.

Cereb Cortex

August 2024

Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education, Hubei University, No. 368, Youyi Avenue, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430062, China.

Numerous studies on perceptual training exist, however, most have focused on the precision of temporal audiovisual perception, while fewer have concentrated on ability promotion for audiovisual integration (AVI). To investigate these issues, continuous 5-day audiovisual perceptual training was applied, during which electroencephalography was performed in response to auditory-only (A), visual-only (V) and audiovisual (AV) stimuli before and after training. The results showed that the perceptual sensitivity was greater for training group than for control group and was greater in the posttest than in the pretest.

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Background: Racial and ethnic disparities in mortality persist among US cancer survivors, with social determinants of health (SDoH) may have a significant impact on these disparities.

Methods: A population-based cohort study of a nationally representative sample of adult cancer survivors, who participated in the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 1999 to 2018 was included. Sociodemographic characteristics and SDoH were self-reported using standardized questionnaires in each survey cycle.

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The rational design and synthesis of novel semiconductor nano-/quantum materials have been ambitiously pursued in the field of photocatalysis as the technology is promising and critical for attaining future energy and environmental sustainability. Herein, the integrity of aromatic carbon into graphitic carbon nitride (CN) at the same molecular plane with a few 2D layers is achieved by using modulated precursors of CN, forming carbon regulated ultrathin CN (CUCN) with improved charge transfer kinetics and photocatalytic hydrogen production. The grafted graphite rings adjacent to carbon nitride frameworks induce a significant rearrangement and relocalization of the overall framework, and form conjugated sp hybridized interfaces and internal electric fields that drive the separation and directional transfer of photogenerated electrons from CN sheets towards intralayer graphite regions, where the photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction occurs extensively, yielding largely increased HER rate of 2231.

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Unveiling the overlooked small-sized microbiome in river ecosystems.

Water Res

November 2024

SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical, Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, China. Electronic address:

Enriching microorganisms using a 0.22-μm pore size is a general pretreatment procedure in river microbiome research. However, it remains unclear the extent to which this method loses microbiome information.

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