Publications by authors named "Zhi-Yu Li"

Epilepsy is a frequently occurring complication in patients with gliomas that substantially impairs their quality of life. The onset of epilepsy in patients with gliomas is driven by multiple mechanisms, including tumour-induced compression of the peripheral neural network, the release of neurotransmitters and inflammatory factors by tumour cells, alterations in the tumour microenvironment, and changes in gene expression. Collectively, these factors contribute to the abnormal excitability of local neurons, ultimately triggering seizures.

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The majority of aroma precursors in grapes exist as odorless glycosidic conjugates, which can be hydrolyzed by -glucosidase to release free volatile aroma compounds, thereby enhancing the aromatic quality of wine. This study aimed to screen and characterize indigenous non- strains with -glucosidase activity for their potential to enhance terpenoid aroma compounds during wine fermentation. Grapes collected from 14 vineyard plots in the Penglai Wine Region (China) underwent spontaneous fermentation and yielded 203 single colonies.

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Telmisartan, a well-established antihypertensive drug, has shown promising therapeutic potential for a variety of central nervous system (CNS) disorders. This review outlines the fundamental characteristics of telmisartan, focusing on its dual pharmacological effects as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor (AT1R) antagonist and a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) γ activator. These mechanisms underpin its neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, which are essential to its therapeutic benefits in CNS diseases.

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Vancomycin, a glycopeptide antibiotic, serves as the last-resort treatment for infections caused by methicillin- resistant (MRSA), vancomycin-resistant (VRE), and Clostridium difficile. However, the emergence of various vancomycin-resistant bacterial strains worldwide poses a significant challenge to clinical therapy. Adopting the "One Health" concept, we mainly present the prevalence of vancomycin-resistant bacteria over the past decade from 40 human, animal, environmental, and food sources across various regions, both domestically and internationally.

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Background: Although phobia is a common psychiatric disorder, the underlying biological mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. Complex immune-brain interactions that affect neural development, survival, and function may have causal and therapeutic implications in psychiatric illnesses. In this study, the relationships between immune cell traits and phobia were analysed using Mendelian randomization to explore the biological mechanisms.

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Rationate: The emergence of synthetic opioids represents a complex and concerning development in the field of new psychoactive substances (NPSs). Nitazene analogs, also known as nitazenes or 2-benzylbenzimidazole derivatives, represent a recently emerging and popular subgroup of opioid receptor agonists. This study's streamlined approach aims to facilitate rapid and accurate structural elucidation of emerging nitazene analogs.

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Purpose: To explore the value of laboratory serum markers and magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) features in the preoperative differential diagnosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) in periampullary carcinoma (PAC).

Methods: A retrospective analysis of clinical data from 105 PAC patients who underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy was conducted, including 33 cases of PDAC (observation group) and 72 cases of non-PDAC (control group), with 25 cases of ampullary carcinoma, 38 cases of distal bile duct carcinoma, and 9 cases of periampullary duodenal carcinoma. Laboratory serum markers, MRI features, and pathological diagnosis data were compared between the two groups to analyze the value of laboratory serum markers and MRI features for differential diagnosis of PDAC within PAC.

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This study aims to investigate the effect and mechanism of the herb pair Agrimoniae Herba-Coptidis Rhizoma in inhibiting angiogenesis in the colorectal cancer inflammatory microenvironment by using the method of network pharmacology and the zebrafish model. The method of network pharmacology was employed to obtain the active components, potential core targets, and signaling pathways regulated by the herb pair in inhibiting angiogenesis in the inflammatory microenvironment of colorectal cancer, on the basis of which the underlying mechanism was predicted. The zebrafish model of colorectal cancer was established, and the inflammatory microenvironment was modeled.

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This study investigated the effects of Agrimoniae Herba-Coptidis Rhizoma(XHC-HL)-medicated serum on the proliferation, migration, invasion, and apoptosis of human colorectal cancer HT29 and HCT116 cells via the autophagy mediated by lysosome-associated membrane protein type 2A(LAMP2A). Bioinformatics analysis was conducted to explore the role of LAMP2A in the development and progression of colorectal cancer. Western blot(WB) was used to detect the expression of LAMP2A protein in colorectal cancer cell lines.

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  • Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune condition that involves thickening of the synovial membrane and damage to cartilage, prompting researchers to explore quercetin, a flavonoid, as a potential treatment.
  • The study utilized a collagen-induced arthritis model in rats, administering quercetin for four weeks to assess its impact on arthritis symptoms, inflammation, and underlying metabolic processes within synovial cells.
  • Results showed that quercetin significantly improved arthritis symptoms and reduced inflammation markers in rats, suggesting it may help protect against joint damage by affecting specific signaling pathways.
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Background: Toxocara canis, the most prevalent helminth in dogs and other canines, is one of the socioeconomically important zoonotic parasites, particularly affecting pediatric and adolescent populations in impoverished communities. However, limited information is available regarding the proteomes of female and male adult T. canis.

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The mammalian cardiac myocytes not only synthesize and secrete atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP), but also express cholecystokinin (CCK) and its receptors (CCKR and CCKR). However, atrial CCK expression patterns and its effects on ANP secretion during hypoxia are unclear. Therefore, this study is aimed to investigate the effect of hypoxia on the expression levels of CCK and its receptors, as well as the underlying mechanisms involved in regulating hypoxia-induced ANP secretion in isolated beating atria.

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  • Telmisartan is an AT1R blocker that shows potential anti-tumor effects, particularly in glioma, but traditional high doses are needed for direct effects on tumor cells in vitro.
  • In co-culture experiments, low doses of telmisartan inhibited glioma cell growth and migration, primarily by reducing IL-6 levels in astrocytes, which are crucial for glioma progression.
  • The anti-glioma action of telmisartan is linked to its PPARγ agonistic properties, rather than its AT1R blocking ability, suggesting it may be a promising add-on treatment for glioma patients, especially those with high blood pressure.
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Background: Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is the most widespread and fatal pulmonary complication of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Existing knowledge on the prevalence and risk factors of rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD) is inconclusive. Therefore, we designed this review to address this gap.

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Bromodomain-containing protein 4 (BRD4) inhibitors have been proven to be a promising option for anti-HIV-1 latency therapeutics. We herein describe the design, synthesis, and anti-HIV-1 latency bioevaluation of triazolopyridine derivatives as BRD4 inhibitors. Among them, compound displayed favorable HIV-1 reactivation and prominent safety profile without triggering abnormal immune activation.

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  • - This study investigated how polysaccharides (LBP) can protect intestinal health and microbiota in mice suffering from ulcerative colitis induced by dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) over 8 weeks.
  • - Mice treated with LBP showed better health indicators, such as increased body weight and colon length, reduced inflammation, and enhanced expression of protective proteins compared to those receiving DSS alone.
  • - LBP not only boosted beneficial probiotic levels but also reduced harmful bacteria and increased short-chain fatty acid production, indicating its potential as a prebiotic treatment for ulcerative colitis.
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  • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a complex autoimmune disease characterized by variable symptoms, making it challenging to diagnose and assess disease activity.
  • In a study analyzing gene expression data from SLE patients, DDX60 was identified as a candidate biomarker, exhibiting higher levels during periods of high disease activity and demonstrating good diagnostic capabilities with an area under the ROC curve of 0.8818.
  • DDX60 is involved in antiviral immune responses and correlates positively with SLE disease activity scores, suggesting its potential as a diagnostic marker and its role in the pathogenesis of SLE.
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WNT signaling plays an important role in cardiac development, but abnormal activity is often associated with cardiac hypertrophy, myocardial infarction, remodeling, and heart failure. The effect of WNT signaling on regulation of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) secretion is unclear. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of Wnt agonist 1 (Wnta1) on ANP secretion and mechanical dynamics in beating rat atria.

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Silent information regulator factor 2‑related enzyme 1 (Sirt1) is involved in the regulation of cell senescence, gene transcription, energy balance and oxidative stress. However, the effect of Sirt1 on atrial natriuretic factor (ANF) secretion, especially under hypoxic conditions is unclear. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of Sirt1, regulated by NADPH oxidase 4 (NOX4), on ANF secretion in isolated beating rat atria during hypoxia.

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Biologically active bacterial cellulose (BC) was efficiently synthesized in situ using wine pomace and its hydrolysate. The structural and biomechanical properties together with the biological functions of the BC were investigated. Functional BC from wine pomace and its enzymatic hydrolysate were of high purity and had higher crystallinity indexes (90.

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Severe Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is characterized by numerous complications, complex disease, and high mortality, making its treatment a top priority in the treatment of COVID-19. Integrated traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and western medicine played an important role in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of COVID-19 during the epidemic. However, currently there are no evidence-based guidelines for the integrated treatment of severe COVID-19 with TCM and western medicine.

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A cellulose-producing bacterium Komagataeibacter rhaeticus K15 was isolated from kombucha tea, and its metabolic pathways and cellulose synthesis operon were analyzed by genome sequencing. Different from the reported K. rhaeticus, the K15 produced little gluconic acid (2.

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Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common type of hair loss dysfunction. Secreted frizzled related protein 1 (SFRP1) is found to be associated with hair loss, but its role in AGA and the regulation mechanism of its transcription level is unclear. The aim of our study is to explore the expression of SFRP1 in AGA samples and its transcriptional mechanism.

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  • The study compared pediatric and adult patients with COVID-19 to assess differences in clinical characteristics and outcomes.* -
  • Pediatric patients experienced milder symptoms, shorter time from symptom onset to hospitalization, and had a better prognosis than adults.* -
  • Overall, 100% of children were discharged, while only 97.3% of adults were discharged, with pediatric patients also having shorter hospital stays.*
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