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هذا العمل الجماعي المشترك، كما يشير عنوانه : (التاريخ المديني الحضري للصين) هو كتاب حضاري بامتياز. كتاب يستعرض جوانب أساسية من حضارة الشعب الصيني القديمة-المتجددة الراسخة، الضاربة جذورها عميقا في تربة التاريخ البشري الشامل. يعد الكتاب سفر حضاري قيم وبحث متصل رصين حول التطور التاريخي العمراني في المدن الصينية وهو إذ يتناول بشكل أساسي، فن العمارة والبناء والتصميم وتخطيط المدن والشوارع والأحياء والأسواق والمقار الحكومية والحدائق والمعابد والساحات ومسالك الملاحة النهرية والري، فإنه لا يغفل في الوقت نفسه عن ما يتصل به هذا الموضوع، من عشرات المواضيع الحضارية والثقافية والمعيشية الأخرى، مثل : العبادات والاعتقادات والتقاليد والعادات والآداب والطقوس والحرف والفنون والنظم الاجتماعية والصراع السياسي والغزو الخارجي والتنظيم الحكومي والقبلي والاجتماعي والطبقي والعسكري والإداري والإنمائي والعمراني والإسكاني والتعليمي والتجاري والأدبي والفني والموسيقي والفولكلوري. إنه كتاب جميل يقدم العديد من اللوحات الرشيقة الرحبة المتقابلة المتلاحقة المتكاملة التي ترحل بنا بين القصور والأنهار والأسوار والأحياء والمعاهد والمعابد وهياكل عبادة الأجداد ومواقع التنقيب والساحات والحدائق والميادين ودواوين الشعر وسجلات التاريخ ولا يخلو كل ذلك من جولات من البحث المقارن في غير أمر من هذه الأمور ولن نطيل عليكم في الإضاءة على مواضيع هذا الكتاب لأكثر من ذلك، آملين لكم سلاسة القراءة ومتعة الاكتشاف.
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Metagenomic profiling of gut microbiota in Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) larvae fed on different host plants
Background
The fall armyworm (FAW,
Spodoptera frugiperda
) is a polyphagous pest known for causing significant crop damage. The gut microbiota plays a pivotal role in influencing the biology, physiology and adaptation of the host. However, understanding of the taxonomic composition and functional characteristics of the gut microbiota in FAW larvae fed on different host plants remains limited.
Methods
This study utilized metagenomic sequencing to explore the structure, function and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) of the gut microbiota in FAW larvae transferred from an artificial diet to four distinct host plants: maize, sorghum, tomato and pepper.
Results
The results demonstrated significant variations in gut microbiota structure among FAW larvae fed on different host plants. Firmicutes emerged as the dominant phylum, with Enterococcaceae as the dominant family and
Enterococcus
as the prominent genus. Notably,
Enterococcus casseliflavus
was frequently observed in the gut microbiota of FAW larvae across host plants. Metabolism pathways, particularly those related to carbohydrate and amino acid metabolism, played a crucial role in the adaptation of the FAW gut microbiota to different host plants. KEGG orthologs associated with the regulation of the peptide/nickel transport system permease protein in sorghum-fed larvae and the 6-phospho-
β
-glucosidase gene linked to glycolysis/gluconeogenesis as well as starch and sucrose metabolism in pepper-fed larvae were identified. Moreover, the study identified the top 20 ARGs in the gut microbiota of FAW larvae fed on different host plants, with the maize-fed group exhibiting the highest abundance of
vanRC
.
Conclusions
Our metagenomic sequencing study reveals significant variations in the gut microbiota composition and function of FAW larvae across diverse host plants. These findings underscore the intricate co-evolutionary relationship between hosts and their gut microbiota, suggesting that host transfer profoundly influences the gut microbiota and, consequently, the adaptability and pest management strategies for FAW.
Journal Article
Osteoprotective effect of Achyranthes bidentata root extract on osteoporotic rats: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Blume (ABB), a plant of Amaranthaceae family, has been one of the more commonly used phytomedicine remedies for thousands of years, and recent studies have highlighted the efficacy of its extracts in the treatment of osteoporosis. Nonetheless, a thorough analysis of its benefits is currently absent.
This meta-analysis assessed the effects of ABB root extract (ABBRE) on osteoporotic rats and provides a rationale for future clinical studies.
Searches were conducted in seven different Chinese and English databases, and the search period was from their establishment to January 2024. This study was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023418917). Selected research regarding the ABBRE treatment of osteoporotic rats, and the corresponding research has distinctly reported outcomes, and the data on the bone mineral density (BMD), bone histomorphometrics, biomechanical parameters, and bone biochemical markers of osteoporotic rats can be extracted.
Through screening, 11 studies met the eligibility requirements for inclusion, in which 222 animals were studied. The treatment group with ABBRE exhibited increased bone mineral density (standardized mean difference [SMD] = 1.64, 95% CI = 0.52 to 2.77). Based on subgroup analysis, the greatest increase in bone mineral density was observed when the dose of ABBRE was ≤ 400 mg/kg/day and the duration of treatment was ≤ 12 weeks.
ABBRE is a phytomedicine that can effectively promote the enhancement of bone mineral density and ease osteoporosis. It can be developed into a new alternative therapy by conducting experiments and clinical studies on larger samples.
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Frontal lobe development in fetuses with growth restriction by using ultrasound: a case–control study
Background
Fetal growth restriction (FGR) occurs in up to 10% of pregnancies and is a leading cause of perinatal mortality and neonatal morbidity. Three-dimensional ultrasonography of intracranial structure volume revealed significant differences between fetuses with FGR and appropriate for gestational age (AGA) fetuses. We aimed to compare the frontal lobe development between fetuses with FGR and appropriately grown fetuses and evaluate the impact of fetal circulatory redistribution (FCR) on frontal lobe development in fetuses with FGR.
Methods
We performed a case–control study at our institution from August 2020 to April 2021. The frontal antero-posterior diameter (FAPD) and occipito-frontal diameter (OFD) were measured on the trans-ventricle view and we calculated the Z-scores for FAPD and OFD standardized for gestational age (GA) and transverse cerebellar diameter (TCD) by performing a standard regression analysis followed by weighted regression of absolute residual values in appropriately grown fetuses. We calculated the FAPD/OFD ratio as 100 × FAPD/OFD and FAPD/HC (head circumference) as 100 × FAPD/HC. To compare intracranial parameters, we randomly selected a control group of appropriately grown fetuses matched with the FGR group at the time of ultrasonography. We performed between-group comparisons of the FAPD Z-score, OFD Z-score, FAPD/OFD ratio and FAPD/HC. Similarly, we compared intracranial parameters between fetuses with FGR with and without FCR.
Results
FAPD/OFD ratio was curvilinear related to all the independent variables (GA, BPD, FL, and TCD). Compared with appropriately grown fetuses, fetuses with FGR showed a significantly lower FAPD/OFD ratio, FAPD Z-score, and FAPD/HC. There was no significant difference in the FAPD Z-score, FAPD/OFD ratio, and FAPD/HC between FGR fetuses with and without FCR.
Conclusions
The FAPD/OFD ratio varied during pregnancy, with a mild reduction before and a mild increase after about 33 gestational weeks. Fetuses with FGR showed reduced frontal lobe growth; moreover, fetal frontal lobe development disorders were not significantly different in fetuses with FCR.
Trial registration
Date: 09–27-2017; Number: [2017]239.
Journal Article
A Novel Aldisine Derivative Exhibits Potential Antitumor Effects by Targeting JAK/STAT3 Signaling
The JAK/STAT3 signaling pathway is aberrantly hyperactivated in many cancers, promoting cell proliferation, survival, invasiveness, and metastasis. Thus, inhibitors targeting JAK/STAT3 have enormous potential for cancer treatment. Herein, we modified aldisine derivatives by introducing the isothiouronium group, which can improve the antitumor activity of the compounds. We performed a high-throughput screen of 3157 compounds and identified compounds 11a, 11b, and 11c, which contain a pyrrole [2,3-c] azepine structure linked to an isothiouronium group through different lengths of carbon alkyl chains and significantly inhibited JAK/STAT3 activities. Further results showed that compound 11c exhibited the optimal antiproliferative activity and was a pan-JAKs inhibitor capable of inhibiting constitutive and IL-6-induced STAT3 activation. In addition, compound 11c influenced STAT3 downstream gene expression (Bcl-xl, C-Myc, and Cyclin D1) and induced the apoptosis of A549 and DU145 cells in a dose-dependent manner. The antitumor effects of 11c were further demonstrated in an in vivo subcutaneous tumor xenograft experiment with DU145 cells. Taken together, we designed and synthesized a novel small molecule JAKs inhibitor targeting the JAK/STAT3 signaling pathway, which has predicted therapeutic potential for JAK/STAT3 overactivated cancer treatment.
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Identifying specific TLS-associated genes as potential biomarkers for predicting prognosis and evaluating the efficacy of immunotherapy in soft tissue sarcoma
The tertiary lymphatic structure (TLS) is an important component of the tumor immune microenvironment and has important significance in patient prognosis and response to immune therapy. However, the underlying mechanism of TLS in soft tissue sarcoma remains unclear.
A total of 256 RNAseq and 7 single-cell sequencing samples were collected from TCGA-SARC and GSE212527 cohorts. Based on published TLS-related gene sets, four TLS scores were established by GSVA algorithm. The immune cell infiltration was calculated via TIMER2.0 and \"MCPcounter\" algorithms. In addition, the univariate, LASSO, and multivariate-Cox analyses were used to select TLS-related and prognosis-significant hub genes. Single-cell sequencing dataset, clinical immunohistochemical, and cell experiments were utilized to validate the hub genes.
In this study, four TLS-related scores were identified, and the total-gene TLS score more accurately reflected the infiltration level of TLS in STS. We further established two hub genes (DUSP9 and TNFSF14) prognosis markers and risk scores associated with soft tissue sarcoma prognosis and immune therapy response. Flow cytometry analysis showed that the amount of CD3, CD8, CD19, and CD11c positive immune cell infiltration in the tumor tissue dedifferentiated liposarcoma patients was significantly higher than that of liposarcoma patients. Cytological experiments showed that soft tissue sarcoma cell lines overexpressing TNFSF14 could inhibit the proliferation and migration of sarcoma cells.
This study systematically explored the TLS and related genes from the perspectives of bioinformatics, clinical features and cytology experiments. The total-gene TLS score, risk score and TNFSF14 hub gene may be useful biomarkers for predicting the prognosis and immunotherapy efficacy of soft tissue sarcoma.
Journal Article
Triglyceride glucose-body mass index as a novel predictor of slow coronary flow phenomenon in patients with ischemia and nonobstructive coronary arteries (INOCA)
Background
The triglyceride glucose-body mass index (TyG-BMI index) has been suggested as a novel predictor of insulin resistance. However, its predictive value for slow coronary flow phenomenon (SCFP) in patients with ischemia and nonobstructive coronary arteries (INOCA) remains unclear.
Methods
We consecutively recruited 1625 patients with INOCA from February 2019 to February 2023 and divided them into two groups based on thrombolysis in myocardial infarction (TIMI) frame counts (TFCs): the SCFP group (
n
= 79) and the control group. A 1:2 age-matched case–control study was then performed. The TyG-BMI index was calculated as ln [plasma triglyceride (mg/dL) × fasting blood glucose (mg/dL)/2] × BMI.
Results
TyG-BMI index in the SCFP group (218.3 ± 25.2 vs 201.0 ± 26.5,
P
< .001) was significantly higher than in the normal controls. TyG-BMI index also increased with the number of coronary arteries involved in the SCFP. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that TyG-BMI, BMI, and TG were independent predictors for SCFP. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis showed that when the TyG-BMI index was above 206.7, the sensitivity and specificity were 88.6% and 68.5%, respectively, with an AUC of 0.809 (95% CI: 0.756–0.863,
P
= .027). Combined BMI with TG, the TyG-BMI index had a better predictive value for SCFP than BMI and TG (
P
< .001).
Conclusion
The TyG-BMI index was an independent predictor for SCFP in INOCA patients, and it had a better predictive value than BMI and TG.
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Correlation between abnormal energy metabolism of ovarian granulosa cells and in vitro fertilization–embryo transfer outcomes in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome and obesity
Context
Granulosa cells (GCs) that surround oocytes in mammalian reproduction play an active role in oocyte differentiation through proliferation and energy production.
Aims
This study aimed to investigate the characteristics of the energy metabolism of ovarian GCs and the influence of GCs on the early embryonic development in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Methods
The clinical characteristics and in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer treatment outcomes of 39 patients with PCOS and 68 patients with simple tubal factor infertility who underwent controlled ovarian hyperstimulation were analyzed and summarized. The mitochondrial function and glucose metabolism level of the GCs were determined, as well as the content of oxidative stress markers in the follicular fluid (FF) of patients with and without PCOS.
Key results
When compared to the non-PCOS group, patients with PCOS had a significantly increased number of retrieved oocytes but a significantly decreased number of high-quality embryos, available embryos, and high-quality blastocyst formation (
P
< 0.05). Furthermore, the mitochondrial membrane potential, adenosine triphosphate level, and mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) copy number decreased in the GCs, whereas the levels of reactive oxygen species increased (
P
<
0.01
). The levels of malondialdehyde and 8-oxo-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) in the follicular fluid (FF) of the patients with PCOS were higher than those of the control group (
P
<
0.05)
, and superoxide dismutase was increased by compensation
(P
<
0.05).
In the PCOS group, the expressions of
GLUT1
,
LDHA
, and
PFKP
were lower than those in the non-PCOS group, and glucose levels were higher.
Conclusions
The low oocyte competence of PCOS may be associated with mitochondrial dysfunction and abnormal glycolysis.
Implications
This research offers explanations for the possible connections influencing human ovarian folliculogenesis.
Journal Article
Endothelin 3/EDNRB signaling induces thermogenic differentiation of white adipose tissue
Thermogenic adipose tissue, consisting of brown and beige fat, regulates nutrient utilization and energy metabolism. Human brown fat is relatively scarce and decreases with obesity and aging. Hence, inducing thermogenic differentiation of white fat offers an attractive way to enhance whole-body metabolic capacity. Here, we show the role of endothelin 3 (EDN3) and endothelin receptor type B (EDNRB) in promoting the browning of white adipose tissue (WAT). EDNRB overexpression stimulates thermogenic differentiation of human white preadipocytes through cAMP-EPAC1-ERK activation. In mice, cold induces the expression of EDN3 and EDNRB in WAT. Deletion of EDNRB in adipose progenitor cells impairs cold-induced beige adipocyte formation in WAT, leading to excessive weight gain, glucose intolerance, and insulin resistance upon high-fat feeding. Injection of EDN3 into WAT promotes browning and improved whole-body glucose metabolism. The findings shed light on the mechanism of WAT browning and offer potential therapeutics for obesity and metabolic disorders.
Thermogenic induction of white adipose tissue has the potential to prevent or treat obesity and its related complications. Here, the authors show that EDN3/EDNRB signaling induces the thermogenic differentiation of white adipose progenitor cells and promotes glucose and energy homeostasis.
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