Carbon dots(CDs)are fluorescent carbon-based nanomaterials with sizes smal-ler than 10 nm,that are renowned for their exceptional properties,including superior anti-photobleaching,excellent biocompatibility,and minima...Carbon dots(CDs)are fluorescent carbon-based nanomaterials with sizes smal-ler than 10 nm,that are renowned for their exceptional properties,including superior anti-photobleaching,excellent biocompatibility,and minimal toxicity,which have received sig-nificant interest.Near-infrared(NIR)light has emerged as an ideal light source in the biolo-gical field due to its advantages of minimal scattering and absorption,long wavelength emission,increased tissue penetration,and reduced interference from biological back-grounds.CDs with efficient absorption and/or emission characteristics in the NIR spectrum have shown remarkable promise in the biomedical uses.This study provides a comprehens-ive overview of the preparation methods and wavelength modulation strategies for near-in-frared CDs and reviews research progress in their use in the areas of biosensing,bioimaging,and therapy.It also discusses current challenges and clinical prospects,aimed at deepening our understanding of the subject and promoting further advances in this field.展开更多
The use of synthetic biology technology to develop cosmetic ingredients is attracting widespread attention due to its effectiveness,safety,and environmental friendliness.This article explains the concept of synthetic ...The use of synthetic biology technology to develop cosmetic ingredients is attracting widespread attention due to its effectiveness,safety,and environmental friendliness.This article explains the concept of synthetic biology and its key technologies and current status in the production of cosmetic ingredients.It also briefly analyzes the regulatory approaches to synthetic biology-based cosmetic ingredients in different countries and regions,providing guidance for the management of this field in China.The goal is to ensure product safety,enhance consumer trust,and promote the healthy development of the industry.展开更多
Objective The nucleolar protein PES1(Pescadillo homolog 1)plays critical roles in ribosome biogenesis and cell cycle regulation,yet its involvement in cellular senescence remains poorly understood.This study aimed to ...Objective The nucleolar protein PES1(Pescadillo homolog 1)plays critical roles in ribosome biogenesis and cell cycle regulation,yet its involvement in cellular senescence remains poorly understood.This study aimed to comprehensively investigate the functional consequences of PES1 suppression in cellular senescence and elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying its regulatory role.Methods Initially,we assessed PES1 expression patterns in two distinct senescence models:replicative senescent mouse embryonic fibroblasts(MEFs)and doxorubicin-induced senescent human hepatocellular carcinoma HepG2 cells.Subsequently,PES1 expression was specifically downregulated using siRNA-mediated knockdown in these cell lines as well as additional relevant cell types.Cellular proliferation and senescence were assessed by EdU incorporation and SA-β-gal staining assays,respectively.The expression of senescence-associated proteins(p53,p21,and Rb)and SASP factors(IL-6,IL-1β,and IL-8)were analyzed by Western blot or qPCR.Furthermore,Northern blot and immunofluorescence were employed to evaluate pre-rRNA processing and nucleolar morphology.Results PES1 expression was significantly downregulated in senescent MEFs and HepG2 cells.PES1 knockdown resulted in decreased EdU-positive cells and increased SA-β-gal-positive cells,indicating proliferation inhibition and senescence induction.Mechanistically,PES1 suppression activated the p53-p21 pathway without affecting Rb expression,while upregulating IL-6,IL-1β,and IL-8 production.Notably,PES1 depletion impaired pre-rRNA maturation and induced nucleolar stress,as evidenced by aberrant nucleolar morphology.Conclusion Our findings demonstrate that PES1 deficiency triggers nucleolar stress and promotes p53-dependent(but Rb-independent)cellular senescence,highlighting its crucial role in maintaining nucleolar homeostasis and regulating senescence-associated pathways.展开更多
In this study,Schwertmannite,Akaganéite and ammoniojarosite were biosynthesized by different bacteria and characterized.The results showed that bacteria are critical in mediating the mineral formation process:the...In this study,Schwertmannite,Akaganéite and ammoniojarosite were biosynthesized by different bacteria and characterized.The results showed that bacteria are critical in mediating the mineral formation process:the morphology,crystallinity,grain size and specific surface area of each mineral varied upon different bacteria and culturing conditions.In addition,the formed minerals’elemental composition and group disparity lead to different morphology,crystallinity and subsequent adsorption performance.In particular,adsorption difference existed in iron minerals biosynthesized by different bacteria.The maximal adsorption capacities of Akaganéite,Schwertmannite and ammoniojarosite were 26.6 mg/g,17.5 mg/g and 3.90 mg/g respectively.Cr(VI)adsorption on iron-minerals involves hydrogen bonding,electrostatic interaction,and ligand exchange.The adsorption only occurred on the surface of ammoniojarosite,while for Akaganéite and Schwertmannite,the tunnel structure greatly facilitated the adsorption process and improved adsorption capacity.Thus,the molecular structure is the primary determining factor for adsorption performance.Collectively,the results can provide useful information in selecting suitable bacteria for synthesizing heavy-metal scavenging minerals according to different environmental conditions.展开更多
Potassium-calcium activates channel subfamily N member 3(KCNN3/SK3/KCa2.3)is involved in regulating cellular calcium signaling,muscle contraction and neurotransmitter release.Dysregulation of the KCNN3 channel is asso...Potassium-calcium activates channel subfamily N member 3(KCNN3/SK3/KCa2.3)is involved in regulating cellular calcium signaling,muscle contraction and neurotransmitter release.Dysregulation of the KCNN3 channel is associated with the development of various tumors.We use bioinformatics analysis to identify whether KCNN3 regulates the occurrence and development of stomach adenocarcinoma(STAD)as a prognostic target.By analyzing the Human Protein Atlas(HPA)database and The Cancer Genome Atlas(TCGA)database,we found that the protein and mRNA levels of KCNN3 were dramatically reduced in STAD,and TCGA database showed that KCNN3 significantly correlated with the prognosis and clinical features of STAD.In addition,we found that high expression of KCNN3 in STAD reduced the IC 50 of several drugs in STAD cells,suggesting that high expression of KCNN3 correlated with the drug sensitivity of STAD.To investigate the underlying biological mechanism,we identified a potential KCNN3 interaction factor,tumor necrosis factor receptor superfamily member 7(CD27/TNFRSF7),which is expressed at low levels in STAD.RT-qPCR and Western blotting confirmed that KCNN3 and CD27 positively correlated with each other at protein and mRNA levels,and co-immunoprecipitation and immunofluorescence experiments confirmed that the two proteins interact and colocalize in the cytoplasm.Moreover,we confirmed the inhibitory effect of KCNN3 on the proliferation,migration and invasion of human STAD cells in vitro and in vivo through subcutaneous tumorigenesis and cellular experiments.Furthermore,GO/KEGG enrichment analysis showed that KCNN3 was enriched in signaling pathways regulating the immune response and calcium or metal ion transport.Lastly,we verified through cell co-culture,RT-qPCR and CCK8 assays that high expression of KCNN3 can promote the increase of T cell activating factor and the killing effect of T cells on STAD cells.Therefore,our results suggest that KCNN3 is a potential inhibitory factor affecting the occurrence and progression of STAD.展开更多
Among the synthesis techniques for graphene,chemical vapor deposition(CVD)enables the direct growth of graphene films on insulating substrates.Its advantages include uniform coverage,high quality,scalability,and compa...Among the synthesis techniques for graphene,chemical vapor deposition(CVD)enables the direct growth of graphene films on insulating substrates.Its advantages include uniform coverage,high quality,scalability,and compatibility with industrial processes.Graphene is chemically inert and has a zero-bandgap which poses a problem for its use as a functional layer,and nitrogen doping has become an important way to overcome this.Post-plasma treatment has been explored for the synthesis of nitrogen-doped graphene,but the procedures are intricate and not suitable for large-scale production.We report the direct synthesis of nitrogen-doped graphene on a 4-inch sapphire wafer by ethanol-assisted CVD employing pyridine as the carbon feedstock,where the nitrogen comes from the pyridine and the hydroxyl group in ethanol improves the quality of the graphene produced.Additionally,the types of nitrogen dopant produced and their effects on III-nitride epitaxy were also investigated,resulting in the successful illumination of LED devices.This work presents an effective synthesis strategy for the preparation of nitrogen-doped graphene,and provides a foundation for designing graphene functional layers in optoelectronic devices.展开更多
基金financial support by Talent Introduction Research Initiation Fund of Shanxi Bethune Hospital(2022RC04)Basic Research Program Youth Science Research Project of Shanxi province(202203021212096)+1 种基金Shanxi Province Clinical Theranostics Technology Innovation Center for Immunologic and Rheumatic Diseases(CXZX-202302)Research Project Plan of Shanxi Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine(2023ZYYB2021)。
文摘Carbon dots(CDs)are fluorescent carbon-based nanomaterials with sizes smal-ler than 10 nm,that are renowned for their exceptional properties,including superior anti-photobleaching,excellent biocompatibility,and minimal toxicity,which have received sig-nificant interest.Near-infrared(NIR)light has emerged as an ideal light source in the biolo-gical field due to its advantages of minimal scattering and absorption,long wavelength emission,increased tissue penetration,and reduced interference from biological back-grounds.CDs with efficient absorption and/or emission characteristics in the NIR spectrum have shown remarkable promise in the biomedical uses.This study provides a comprehens-ive overview of the preparation methods and wavelength modulation strategies for near-in-frared CDs and reviews research progress in their use in the areas of biosensing,bioimaging,and therapy.It also discusses current challenges and clinical prospects,aimed at deepening our understanding of the subject and promoting further advances in this field.
文摘The use of synthetic biology technology to develop cosmetic ingredients is attracting widespread attention due to its effectiveness,safety,and environmental friendliness.This article explains the concept of synthetic biology and its key technologies and current status in the production of cosmetic ingredients.It also briefly analyzes the regulatory approaches to synthetic biology-based cosmetic ingredients in different countries and regions,providing guidance for the management of this field in China.The goal is to ensure product safety,enhance consumer trust,and promote the healthy development of the industry.
文摘Objective The nucleolar protein PES1(Pescadillo homolog 1)plays critical roles in ribosome biogenesis and cell cycle regulation,yet its involvement in cellular senescence remains poorly understood.This study aimed to comprehensively investigate the functional consequences of PES1 suppression in cellular senescence and elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying its regulatory role.Methods Initially,we assessed PES1 expression patterns in two distinct senescence models:replicative senescent mouse embryonic fibroblasts(MEFs)and doxorubicin-induced senescent human hepatocellular carcinoma HepG2 cells.Subsequently,PES1 expression was specifically downregulated using siRNA-mediated knockdown in these cell lines as well as additional relevant cell types.Cellular proliferation and senescence were assessed by EdU incorporation and SA-β-gal staining assays,respectively.The expression of senescence-associated proteins(p53,p21,and Rb)and SASP factors(IL-6,IL-1β,and IL-8)were analyzed by Western blot or qPCR.Furthermore,Northern blot and immunofluorescence were employed to evaluate pre-rRNA processing and nucleolar morphology.Results PES1 expression was significantly downregulated in senescent MEFs and HepG2 cells.PES1 knockdown resulted in decreased EdU-positive cells and increased SA-β-gal-positive cells,indicating proliferation inhibition and senescence induction.Mechanistically,PES1 suppression activated the p53-p21 pathway without affecting Rb expression,while upregulating IL-6,IL-1β,and IL-8 production.Notably,PES1 depletion impaired pre-rRNA maturation and induced nucleolar stress,as evidenced by aberrant nucleolar morphology.Conclusion Our findings demonstrate that PES1 deficiency triggers nucleolar stress and promotes p53-dependent(but Rb-independent)cellular senescence,highlighting its crucial role in maintaining nucleolar homeostasis and regulating senescence-associated pathways.
基金Project(42277256)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(HBKT-2021011,HBKT-2021014)supported by the Hunan Province Environmental Protection Research Program,ChinaProject(CDSKY-2023-05)supported by the Scientific Research of Project Hunan Provincial Urban Geological Survey and Monitoring Institute,China。
文摘In this study,Schwertmannite,Akaganéite and ammoniojarosite were biosynthesized by different bacteria and characterized.The results showed that bacteria are critical in mediating the mineral formation process:the morphology,crystallinity,grain size and specific surface area of each mineral varied upon different bacteria and culturing conditions.In addition,the formed minerals’elemental composition and group disparity lead to different morphology,crystallinity and subsequent adsorption performance.In particular,adsorption difference existed in iron minerals biosynthesized by different bacteria.The maximal adsorption capacities of Akaganéite,Schwertmannite and ammoniojarosite were 26.6 mg/g,17.5 mg/g and 3.90 mg/g respectively.Cr(VI)adsorption on iron-minerals involves hydrogen bonding,electrostatic interaction,and ligand exchange.The adsorption only occurred on the surface of ammoniojarosite,while for Akaganéite and Schwertmannite,the tunnel structure greatly facilitated the adsorption process and improved adsorption capacity.Thus,the molecular structure is the primary determining factor for adsorption performance.Collectively,the results can provide useful information in selecting suitable bacteria for synthesizing heavy-metal scavenging minerals according to different environmental conditions.
文摘Potassium-calcium activates channel subfamily N member 3(KCNN3/SK3/KCa2.3)is involved in regulating cellular calcium signaling,muscle contraction and neurotransmitter release.Dysregulation of the KCNN3 channel is associated with the development of various tumors.We use bioinformatics analysis to identify whether KCNN3 regulates the occurrence and development of stomach adenocarcinoma(STAD)as a prognostic target.By analyzing the Human Protein Atlas(HPA)database and The Cancer Genome Atlas(TCGA)database,we found that the protein and mRNA levels of KCNN3 were dramatically reduced in STAD,and TCGA database showed that KCNN3 significantly correlated with the prognosis and clinical features of STAD.In addition,we found that high expression of KCNN3 in STAD reduced the IC 50 of several drugs in STAD cells,suggesting that high expression of KCNN3 correlated with the drug sensitivity of STAD.To investigate the underlying biological mechanism,we identified a potential KCNN3 interaction factor,tumor necrosis factor receptor superfamily member 7(CD27/TNFRSF7),which is expressed at low levels in STAD.RT-qPCR and Western blotting confirmed that KCNN3 and CD27 positively correlated with each other at protein and mRNA levels,and co-immunoprecipitation and immunofluorescence experiments confirmed that the two proteins interact and colocalize in the cytoplasm.Moreover,we confirmed the inhibitory effect of KCNN3 on the proliferation,migration and invasion of human STAD cells in vitro and in vivo through subcutaneous tumorigenesis and cellular experiments.Furthermore,GO/KEGG enrichment analysis showed that KCNN3 was enriched in signaling pathways regulating the immune response and calcium or metal ion transport.Lastly,we verified through cell co-culture,RT-qPCR and CCK8 assays that high expression of KCNN3 can promote the increase of T cell activating factor and the killing effect of T cells on STAD cells.Therefore,our results suggest that KCNN3 is a potential inhibitory factor affecting the occurrence and progression of STAD.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(T2188101)。
文摘Among the synthesis techniques for graphene,chemical vapor deposition(CVD)enables the direct growth of graphene films on insulating substrates.Its advantages include uniform coverage,high quality,scalability,and compatibility with industrial processes.Graphene is chemically inert and has a zero-bandgap which poses a problem for its use as a functional layer,and nitrogen doping has become an important way to overcome this.Post-plasma treatment has been explored for the synthesis of nitrogen-doped graphene,but the procedures are intricate and not suitable for large-scale production.We report the direct synthesis of nitrogen-doped graphene on a 4-inch sapphire wafer by ethanol-assisted CVD employing pyridine as the carbon feedstock,where the nitrogen comes from the pyridine and the hydroxyl group in ethanol improves the quality of the graphene produced.Additionally,the types of nitrogen dopant produced and their effects on III-nitride epitaxy were also investigated,resulting in the successful illumination of LED devices.This work presents an effective synthesis strategy for the preparation of nitrogen-doped graphene,and provides a foundation for designing graphene functional layers in optoelectronic devices.
