Multi functional carbon dots for precision cancer treatment: Synthesis regulation, performance enhancement, and future applications.

Carbon dots (CDs) are an emerging kind of carbon nanomaterials with characteristic sizes less than 10 nm, graphitized carbon nuclei and a rich variety of surface functional groups. Due to its simple and rapid synthesis, unique electronic structure, excellent photoluminescence properties, good biocompatibility, and environmental friendliness, CDs have been widely used in fields i.e.

Paeonol protects against cisplatin-induced premature ovarian failure via anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities: an integrated approach of network pharmacology, molecular dynamics simulation, and experimental validation.

Cisplatin (CIS), a widely used platinum-based chemotherapeutic agent, often induces ovarian toxicity that severely threatens female reproductive health. Paeonol (PAE), a bioactive compound found in peony, exhibits multiple pharmacological activities. This study investigates the multitarget protective mechanisms of PAE against cisplatin-induced premature ovarian failure (POF) using network pharmacology, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulations.

Construction of nitrogen critical dilution curve and differences in nitrogen nutrition characteristics in different organs of maize varieties with contrasting nitrogen efficiencies.

Introduction: This study aimed to establish and verify a critical nitrogen dilution model for different organs of maize varieties with different nitrogen efficiencies and clarify differences in nitrogen nutritional characteristics.

Methods: Two maize varieties (nitrogen-efficient variety ZH 311 and nitrogen-inefficient variety XY 508) were grown under four nitrogen levels to evaluate N dynamics and dry matter accumulation.

Results: The results showed that the critical nitrogen concentration dilution curves based on root dry matter, stem-sheath dry matter, leaf dry matter, and plant dry matter, with coefficient of determination (R²>0.

Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Over a Different Side of the Cortex for Rehabilitating Poststroke Dysphagia: A Randomized, Double-blind Clinical Trial.

Objective: This randomized, sham-controlled, double-blind study investigated the effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) on both bilateral and unilateral brain regions in patients with poststroke dysphagia.

Methods: Seventy poststroke dysphagia patients were randomly divided into four intervention groups: the ipsilesional stimulation group (ISG), the contralesional stimulation group (CSG), the bilateral stimulation group (BSG), and the sham stimulation group (SSG) with 3 Hz rTMS administered for 4 weeks, five days per week. Outcomes were assessed using a videofluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS) at three time points: at baseline before the intervention (T0), immediately after the intervention (T1), and four weeks after intervention cessation (T2).

Transcriptional insights on the incomplete cytoplasmic maturation and developmental potential of oocytes cultured without granulosa cells in mice.

Background: Oocyte maturation is crucial for female fertility and embryonic development, encompassing nuclear and cytoplasmic maturation. Supportive cells of follicles, such as granulosa cells, are essential for oocyte growth and maturation. Oocytes can achieve nuclear maturation without granulosa cells during in vitro maturation (IVM).

Retinal oculomics and risk of incident aortic aneurysm and aortic adverse events: a population-based cohort study.

Background: The asymptomatic onset and extremely high mortality rate of aortic aneurysm (AA) highlight the urgency of early detection and timely intervention. The alteration of retinal vascular features (RVFs) can reflect the systemic vascular properties, and be widely used as the biomarker for cardiovascular disease risk prediction. Therefore, we aimed to investigate associations of RVFs with AA and its progression.

Comprehensive evaluation of freezing tolerance in prickly ash and its correlation with ecological and geographical origin factors.

Low temperatures are a key factor affecting the growth, development, and geographical distribution of prickly ash. This study investigated the impact of ecological and geographical factors on the freezing tolerance of prickly ash germplasm. Thirty-seven germplasm samples from 18 different origins were collected, and their freezing tolerance was comprehensively evaluated.

Relationships between organizational support, emotional intelligence and work engagement among Chinese nurses: A correlation study.

Aim: To investigate and analyse the current situation of clinical nurses' sense of organisational support, emotional intelligence and work engagement in different departments and their correlation, in order to provide guidance for enhancing the sense of organisational support, improving nurses' emotional intelligence and mobilising nurses' work engagement and to promote the development of nursing teams.

Methods: Clinical nurses from three hospitals in eastern and western China were selected by convenience sampling method from September to October 2023 and were surveyed using a general information questionnaire, organisational support questionnaire, emotional intelligence scale and work engagement scale. We investigated the correlation between nurses' sense of organisational support, emotional intelligence and work engagement in clinical units.

Can Rice Growth Substrate Substitute Rapeseed Growth Substrate in Rapeseed Blanket Seedling Technology? Lesson from Reactive Oxygen Species Production and Scavenging Analysis.

Rapeseed ( L.) seedlings suffering from inappropriate growth substrate stress will present poor seedling quality. However, the regulatory mechanism for the production and scavenging of reactive oxygen species (ROS) caused by this type of stress remains unclear.

Diversity analysis of panicle traits in Chinese prickly ash germplasm resources and their influence on its systematic classification.

This study aimed to reveal the diversity and variation in panicle traits of the Chinese prickly ash and clarify their influence on the its systematic classification to provide a theoretical basis and technical support for the efficient utilization of Chinese prickly ash germplasm resources and breeding. Sixteen panicle traits were identified from 35 Chinese prickly ash germplasm resources from 2021 to 2022. The diversity of these panicle traits and their role in the plant's systematic classification were studied using variance, correlation, cluster, and principal component analyses.

Visible-Light-Driven Coupling of 1,3,4-Oxadiazoles and Hydroxamic Acid Derivatives.

A visible-light-induced radical-radical cross-coupling reaction between 1,3,4-oxadiazoles and hydroxamic acid derivatives has been realized under base- and metal-free conditions. The protocol was characterized by broad substrate scope, excellent functional group tolerance, and simple operation procedures. By using this protocol, a variety of biologically important 5-aryl-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2-methylamines were obtained in good yields with excellent chemoselectivity.

Cytological and Molecular Characterization of a New Ogura Cytoplasmic Male Sterility Restorer of L.

Ogura cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) is considered the rapeseed ( L.) with the most potential to be utilized as a heterosis system worldwide, but it lacks sufficient restorers. In this study, root tip cell (RTC) mitotic and pollen mother cell (PMC) meiosis observations were compared to ensure the number of chromosomes and the formation of a chromosomal bridge using restorer lines R2000, CLR650, and Zhehuhong (a new restorer) as the experimental material.

The emerging role of mtDNA release in sepsis: Current evidence and potential therapeutic targets.

Sepsis is a systemic inflammatory reaction caused by infection, and severe sepsis can develop into septic shock, eventually leading to multiorgan dysfunction and even death. In recent years, studies have shown that mitochondrial damage is closely related to the occurrence and development of sepsis. Recent years have seen a surge in concern over mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), as anomalies in this material can lead to cellular dysfunction, disruption of aerobic respiration, and even death of the cell.

Preliminary Study on Clinical Characteristics and Pathogenesis of Mutations Patients.

Background: The IQ motif and Sec7 domain ArfGEF 2 (), an X-linked gene that encodes the BRAG1 protein, is a guanine nucleotide exchange factor for the ADP ribosylation factor (ARF) protein family in the small guanosine triphosphate (GTP) binding protein. Mutations in this gene result in disorders such as intellectual disability (ID) and epilepsy. In this study, we analyze the clinical features of two patients with -mutation-related disease and discuss their possible pathogenesis.

Waste-Derived High-Nitrogen Self-Doped Porous Carbons as Efficient Adsorbents for Methylene Blue.

In this study, we prepared high-nitrogen self-doped porous carbons (NPC1 and NPC2) derived from the pruned branches and seeds of using a simple one-step method. NPC1 and NPC2 exhibited elevated nitrogen contents of 3.56% and 4.

Association of Retinal Neurovascular Impairment with Disease Severity in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder: An Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography Study.

Background: Identifying the fundus objective biomarkers for the major depressive disorders (MDD) may help promote mental health. The aim of this study was to evaluate retinal neurovascular changes and further investigate their association with disease severity in MDD.

Methods: This cross-sectional study conducted in the hospital enrolled patients with MDD and healthy controls.

Endoglucanase H from Plays an Important Role in the Virulence on Pear Fruits.

can infect many agricultural products including cereals, grapes, and pear. Pathogenic fungi secrete diverse effectors as invasive weapons for successful invasion the host plant. During the pathogen-host interaction, 4486 differentially expressed genes were observed in with 2773 up-regulated and 1713 down-regulated, whereas 8456 differentially expressed genes were detected in pear fruits with 4777 up-regulated and 3679 down-regulated.

Understanding the impact of nanoplastics on reproductive health: Exposure pathways, mechanisms, and implications.

Microplastic pollution is a pressing global environmental concern with particular urgency surrounding the issue of nanoplastic particles. Plastic products exhibit a remarkable persistence in natural ecosystems, resisting easy degradation. Nanoplastics, characterized by their diminutive size, possess distinct properties when compared to their larger counterparts, which could potentially render them more ecologically detrimental.

Prediction of potential mechanisms of rhubarb therapy for colorectal cancer based on network pharmacological analysis and molecular docking.

The objective of this study was to investigate the potential targets and mechanism of Rheum palmatum L in the treatment of colorectal cancer based on the network pharmacology and molecular docking, which could provide the theoretical basis for clinical applications. The potential components were screened using TCMSP database and articles. The gene targets of colorectal cancer were screened through the Genecards database and Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man database.

Leaf traits of prickly ash and its correlation with ecological and geographical factors of origin.

The morphological, physiological, and biochemical characteristics of leaves result from the long-term adaptation of plants to their environment and are closely related to plant growth and development. In this study, 37 prickly ash germplasm resources from 18 production areas were utilized as the subjects of research. Logistic equations, principal component analysis, and cluster analysis were employed to comprehensively evaluate the leaf traits of prickly ash germplasm resources, with an analysis of their correlation with ecological and geographical factors in the production areas.

Transcriptomic Analysis of the Reduction in Seed Oil Content through Increased Nitrogen Application Rate in Rapeseed ( L.).

Nitrogen is essential for improving the seed oil yield of rapeseed ( L.). However, the molecular mechanism by which increased nitrogen rates impact seed oil content is largely unknown.