Occurrence, distribution characteristics, and potential ecological risks of perfluorinated compounds in major estuaries and adjacent offshore areas in Hainan Island.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) have gained attention due to their chemical stability, bioaccumulation potential, and toxicity. The ocean serves as the ultimate sink for these compounds in the global environment. With the rapid development of the Hainan Free Trade Port, environmental pollution on Hainan Island has consequently become more pronounced.

Abnormal brain functional activity and changes in c-Fos expression of propofol dependence in rats.

Propofol demonstrates dependence at subclinical anesthetic doses, however, the underlying neural mechanisms remain unclear. In this study, we established a self-administration model of propofol in Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats, used a combination of the amplitude of low-frequency fluctuation (ALFF) and regional homogeneity (ReHo) analysis approach of resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs-fMRI) to examine the local brain functional activity changes, Western Blot (WB) was used to detect the change of c-Fos protein expression in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus. Results showed that the propofol-dependent rats exhibited enhanced seeking behaviour and decreased spontaneous locomotor activity compared to saline control group, while increased ALFF values in the bilateral prefrontal cortex and right hippocampus, and increased ReHo values in the left striatum and pons.

Presence and sources of antibiotics in Dongzhai Harbor, Hainan Island.

Dongzhai Harbor Mangrove forest, which is one of the largest mangrove forests in China, is currently contaminated by antibiotics from aquaculture and human activities in the vicinity. However, insufficient research has been conducted on antibiotic pollution in Dongzhai Harbor, which could affect the antibiotic pollution levels in the mangrove forest. In this study, the occurrence, distribution and risk assessment of 37 antibiotics in the seawater and sediment of Dongzhai Harbor were analyzed.

WISP2/CCN5 revealed as a potential diagnostic biomarker for endometriosis based on machine learning and single-cell transcriptomic analysis.

Objective: Endometriosis is a prevalent gynecological disease characterized by the ectopic growth of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity, affecting millions of women worldwide. Currently, the definitive diagnosis relies on invasive laparoscopy (the gold standard), with an average diagnostic delay of 7-10 years from symptom onset. Non-invasive biomarkers from blood or endometrial samples could enable early screening and reduce diagnostic time.

Evaluation of antihypertensive effects of and evidence in spontaneously hypertensive.

This study investigated and evaluated the antihypertensive effects and mechanisms of (OV) through a combination of computational simulations and experiments.Initially, an analysis using network pharmacology was employed to identify target proteins, followed by molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations. Network pharmacology data indicated that OV may influence several pathways involved in blood pressure regulation.

Adjustable crystallinity of covalent organic frameworks for electrochemical aptasensing of penicillin.

Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) show a great potential application in the field of constructing electrochemical aptasensors due to their high specific surface area, abundant pores, and good stability. Crystallinity (i.e.

Plasma microRNA-15a/16-1-based machine learning for early detection of hepatitis B virus-related hepatocellular carcinoma.

Background And Aims: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), which is prevalent worldwide and has a high mortality rate, needs to be effectively diagnosed. We aimed to evaluate the significance of plasma microRNA-15a/16-1 (miR-15a/16) as a biomarker of hepatitis B virus-related HCC (HBV-HCC) using the machine learning model. This study was the first large-scale investigation of these two miRNAs in HCC plasma samples.

Detection of heavy metals in soil using Au@SiO nanoparticles and surface microstructure combined with laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy.

The detection of heavy metals in soil is of great scientific significance for food security and human health. However, traditional detection methods are complicated, time-consuming, and labor-intensive. Herein, we developed a novel method using Au@SiO nanoparticles (NPs) and surface microstructure combined with laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (Au@SiO NPs-SMS-LIBS) for the rapid detection of lead (Pb), chromium (Cr), and copper (Cu) in soil samples.

Immunotherapy Using HBV Vaccine Pulsed DCs and Induced T-Cells Combined Antiviral Drugs in Treatment Naive CHB Patients-A Multi-Centre Phase II Study.

Dendritic cells are the most potent antigen-presenting cells in immune therapeutic approaches for chronic hepatitis B (CHB) infection. Here, we developed a clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of autologous HBV vaccine-pulsed DCs and their induced T cells (HPDCT) in CHB patients. This was a randomised, prospective, open-label, multicentre, superiority study and 309 treatment-naive CHB patients were divided into HPDCT plus nucleos(t)ide analogues (NAs) group (n = 84), NAs mono-therapy group (n = 82), HPDCT plus Peg-interferon (Peg-IFN) group (n = 69), Peg-IFN mono-therapy group (n = 74).

CD69 Expression is Negatively Associated With T-Cell Immunity and Predicts Antiviral Therapy Response in Chronic Hepatitis B.

Background: The function of CD69 expressed on T cells in chronic hepatitis B (CHB) remains unclear. We aimed to elucidate the roles of CD69 on T cells in the disease process and in antiviral therapy for CHB.

Methods: We enrolled 335 treatment-naive patients with CHB and 93 patients with CHB on antiviral therapy.

Ketamine induced gut microbiota dysbiosis and barrier and hippocampal dysfunction in rats.

The microbiota-gut-brain axis (MGBA) plays a pivotal role in drug addiction. However, the pathophysiological mechanism of MGBA in ketamine addiction remains elusive. The present study investigated the ketamine-induced gut microbiota disorders, intestinal barrier dysfunction, and the alterations in brain function, using a conditioned place preference (CPP) model of ketamine addiction in rats.

Long-term exposure to climbazole may affect the health of stress-tolerant coral Galaxea fascicularis.

The persistence of coral reefs globally is threatened by various forms of chemical pollution. Climbazole, an azole antibacterial agent extensively utilized in pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in everyday life, has been detected in various environment media and proved to have significant adverse effects on aquatic organism. However, the effects of climbazole on coral remain largely unknown.

A comprehensive model to better screen out antiviral treatment candidates for chronic hepatitis B patients.

Background: Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a serious human health threat given its high morbidity and mortality. Timely and effective antiviral treatment can postpone liver disease progression and reduce the occurrence of HBV-related end-stage liver disease. At present, the antiviral treatment criteria are mainly based on alanine transaminase (ALT) levels, HBV DNA levels and HBV e antigen levels according to the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases treatment guidelines.

COLEC10 inhibits the stemness of hepatocellular carcinoma by suppressing the activity of β-catenin signaling.

Background: Liver cancer stem cells (CSCs) contribute to tumor initiation, progression, and recurrence in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The Wnt/β-catenin pathway plays a crucial role in liver cancer stemness, progression, metastasis, and drug resistance, but no clinically approved drugs have targeted this pathway efficiently so far. We aimed to elucidate the role of COLEC10 in HCC stemness.

CircPIAS1 promotes hepatocellular carcinoma progression by inhibiting ferroptosis via the miR-455-3p/NUPR1/FTH1 axis.

Background: The role of circRNAs in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) progression remains unclear. CircPIAS1 (circBase ID: hsa_circ_0007088) was identified as overexpressed in HCC cases through bioinformatics analysis. This study aimed to investigate the oncogenic properties and mechanisms of circPIAS1 in HCC development.

Prevention of hospital-acquired transnasal tube-related pressure injuries: a quality improvement project.

Background: Nurses certified in wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) monitored an increasing incidence of hospital-acquired transnasal tube-related pressure injuries (TTPIs) in a tertiary hospital. Hospital-acquired pressure injuries are one of the most common preventable complications of hospitalization; however, the significance of TTPI prevention must be considered alongside the safety of tube fixation to prevent unplanned extubations (UEs), which are serious adverse events. Thus, exploring a quality improvement (QI) project to effectively reduce the risk of TTPIs while safeguarding tube safety is urgently needed.

Blockage of CacyBP inhibits macrophage recruitment and improves anti-PD-1 therapy in hepatocellular carcinoma.

Background: Despite remarkable advancements in cancer immunotherapy, the overall response rate to anti-programmed cell death-1 (anti-PD-1) therapy in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients remains low. Our previous study has demonstrated the critical role of CacyBP/SIP (Calcyclin-Binding Protein and Siah-1 Interacting Protein) as a regulator of HCC development and progression. However, the possible impact of CacyBP on the tumor immune microenvironment has not yet been clarified.

Clinical and pathological evaluation of cladribine treatment response in a case series of patients with xanthoma disseminatum.

Background: Xanthoma disseminatum (XD) is a rare form of non-Langerhans histiocytosis with extensive cutaneous involvement. There is a paucity of evidence-based recommendations for treatment decision-making. Previous case reports have established purine analogues, especially cladribine, as a hopeful first-line treatment option, but characterization of the clinical and pathological responses is lacking.

Predictive value of Th17 and Treg cells at baseline for HBsAg loss in chronic hepatitis B patients with low HBsAg quantification treated with pegylated interferon and nucleos(t)ide analogue.

Background And Aims: The primary goal of chronic hepatitis B (CHB) treatment is to reduce hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). T helper 17 (Th17) and regulatory T (Treg) cells are essential for the development of CHB. However, how Th17 and Treg cells contribute to HBsAg loss is still unknown.

COLEC10 Induces Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress by Occupying GRP78 and Inhibits Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

Collectin subfamily member 10 (COLEC10), a C-type lectin mainly expressed in the liver, is involved in the development of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). However, its underlying molecular mechanism in HCC progression remains unknown. In this study, reduced COLEC10 expression in tumor tissues was validated using various HCC cohorts and was associated with poor patient prognosis.

Pan-Cancer Landscape of NEIL3 in Tumor Microenvironment: A Promising Predictor for Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy.

With the aim of enhancing the understanding of NEIL3 in prognosis prediction and therapy administration, we conducted a pan-cancer landscape analysis on NEIL3. The mutation characteristics, survival patterns, and immune features of NEIL3 across cancers were analyzed. Western blotting, qPCR, and immunohistochemistry were conducted to validate the bioinformatics results.

Pyroptosis as a candidate therapeutic target for Alzheimer's disease.

Pyroptosis is a form of cell death mediated by inflammasomes and gasdermins, and the relevance of pyroptosis to neurodegenerative diseases is currently receiving increasing attention. Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a chronic progressive neurodegenerative disease that is closely associated with neuroinflammation. Its main pathological features include β-amyloid (Aβ) deposition, Tau protein hyperphosphorylation and neuronal loss.

Case Report: Therapeutic Use of Ibrutinib in a Patient With Schnitzler Syndrome.

Schnitzler syndrome is a rare adult-onset acquired autoinflammatory disorder typically characterized by chronic urticarial rash and immunoglobulin M (IgM) (rarely IgG) monoclonal gammopathy. Its clinical symptoms usually respond well to interleukin-1 blockade therapy, which, however, does not impact the underlying monoclonal gammopathy. Herein, we described a female patient who presented with urticarial rash, recurrent fevers, and fatigue for 7 years.

Comprehensive Analysis of ANLN in Human Tumors: A Prognostic Biomarker Associated with Cancer Immunity.

Background: Anillin (ANLN), a ubiquitously expressed actin-binding protein, plays a critical tumor-promoting role in cell growth, migration, and cytokinesis. Numerous studies have suggested that ANLN is upregulated in many cancer types, as well as significantly associated with patient prognosis and malignant cancer characteristics. Herein, we performed an integrated pan-cancer analysis of ANLN and highlighted its underlying mechanism, which may benefit further exploration of the potential therapeutic options for cancer.