Understanding the mechanisms and mitigation strategies for disturbance-induced rockbursts is essential for ensuring safety in deep rock engineering.To evaluate the effectiveness of drilling pressure relief,uniaxial co...Understanding the mechanisms and mitigation strategies for disturbance-induced rockbursts is essential for ensuring safety in deep rock engineering.To evaluate the effectiveness of drilling pressure relief,uniaxial compression tests were conducted on high-stress,cavity-containing sandstone under low-frequency disturbance loading at various amplitudes.Progressive damage was monitored using acoustic emission and digital image correlation.The threshold disturbance amplitude required to trigger dynamic failure was 25%of uniaxial compressive strength,which was significantly higher than that of intact sandstone.During the stable-damage stage,damage accumulated primarily through small-scale tensile fracturing,whereas large-scale shear fractures developed at later stages,initiating and propagating macrocracks that signalled impending structural instability.The energy-storage limit of cavitycontaining sandstone was found to be independent of the loading path.The input energy during disturbance was stored as elastic strain energy and rapidly exceeded its storage limit,thereby driving crack propagation and rockburst failure.An energy pre-release ratio(EPR)was introduced to quantify the premature release of elastic strain energy induced by cavity instability.For all disturbance amplitudes,the EPR exceeded 45%,demonstrating that the cavity effectively mitigates disturbance-induced rockbursts.The results of this study provide a theoretical basis for evaluating the effectiveness of drilling pressure relief in mitigating disturbance-induced rockbursts.展开更多
Dear Editor,This letter deals with the formation control problem of a multiagent system that moves along a closed curve and is subject to position constraints.A distributed formation control law is developed under whi...Dear Editor,This letter deals with the formation control problem of a multiagent system that moves along a closed curve and is subject to position constraints.A distributed formation control law is developed under which the position constraint of each agent can always be satisfied.Due to the existence of position constraints,prescribed formations generally cannot be achieved by the agents.展开更多
Essential oil is one of the main active ingredients in the medicinal herb Peucedanum praeruptorum.However,limited studies have been conducted on the quality evaluation of this essential oil.Here,we performed an optimi...Essential oil is one of the main active ingredients in the medicinal herb Peucedanum praeruptorum.However,limited studies have been conducted on the quality evaluation of this essential oil.Here,we performed an optimization and evaluation of P.praeruptorum volatile oil extraction using response surface methodology.Partial least squares discriminant analysis(PLS-DA)was employed to screen relevant biomarkers.A sensory evaluation of the volatile oil components of P.praeruptorum was conducted across different time periods,and aroma differences were examined.The optimal extraction process involved an extraction time of 4 h,a soaking time of 2 h,a liquid-to-solid ratio of 12 mL/g and an extraction temperature of 132◦C.HS-SPME-GC/MS analysis of the volatile oil composition from different origins,periods and plant parts identified various chemical components,including terpenes,aldehydes,hydrocarbons and ketones.The main components identified were composed ofα-pinene,(-)-β-pinene,3-carene,β-myrcene,D-limonene,β-phellandrene,and other terpenes.The principal component analysis(PCA)revealed clear differences from different origins and time periods.The PLS-DA identified 39 key differential components in the aboveground parts and 20 in the underground parts with variable importance in projection(VIP)values>1.The sensory evaluation analysis described the aroma of P.praeruptorum volatile oil as grassy,woody,spicy,earthy and reminiscent of pine resin,with the most prominent note being spicy.This was highly correlated withβ-pinene,which accounted for the highest proportion.The prominent spicy note was found to be derived from three components:(–)-β-pinene,β-phellandrene,and o-cymene.Our study provides a scientific basis for the evaluation,development and application of volatile oil from P.praeruptorum.展开更多
Coumarin,a significant secondary metabolite derived from the phenylpropanoid pathway,exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities and medicinal properties.Structurally,coumarins are categorized into simple and a...Coumarin,a significant secondary metabolite derived from the phenylpropanoid pathway,exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities and medicinal properties.Structurally,coumarins are categorized into simple and angular types based on variations in the core structure of the parent skeleton,with further classifications as furanocoumarins and pyranocoumarins depending on their carbon atom count.In nature,coumarins are predominantly found in plants within families such as Apiaceae,Asteraceae,and Thymelaeaceae.The structural diversity observed among coumarins in higher plants is largely driven by coevolutionary interactions between herbivorous insects and their host plants.With recent advancements in multi-omics technologies,research has increasingly focused on unraveling the transcriptional regulation of key genes in the coumarin biosynthetic pathway.This review consolidates recent findings from genomics,transcriptomics,proteomics,and metabolomics studies to identify,characterize,and regulate coumarin-related genes.These insights provide a foundational reference for further research efforts in gene discovery,molecular regulation,and synthetic biology applications in the context of coumarin biosynthesis.展开更多
BACKGROUND Postoperative delirium(POD)is a common and serious complication in surgical patients,particularly older adults.Alterations in cholinergic function have been implicated in its pathophysiology.AIM To evaluate...BACKGROUND Postoperative delirium(POD)is a common and serious complication in surgical patients,particularly older adults.Alterations in cholinergic function have been implicated in its pathophysiology.AIM To evaluate the association between preoperative serum cholinesterase(ChE)activity—specifically butyrylcholinesterase(BuChE)and acetylcholinesterase(AChE)—and the risk of POD in adult surgical patients in a meta-analysis.METHODS A systematic search was conducted in PubMed,EMBASE,and Web of Science up to March 28,2025 for studies reporting preoperative serum BuChE or AChE activity in relation to subsequent POD incidence.Standardized mean differences(SMDs)and odds ratios(ORs)with 95%confidence intervals(CIs)were pooled using random-effects models.Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were performed based on follow-up duration and analytic models.RESULTS Thirteen studies(n=2730 patients)were included.Patients who developed POD had significantly lower preoperative BuChE activity than those who did not(SMD=-0.28;95%CI:-0.39 to-0.16;I2=18%).Higher BuChE activity was associated with a reduced risk of POD(OR per 100 unit increment=0.97;95%CI:0.95-0.99;I2=0%).In contrast,pooled AChE activity did not differ significantly between POD and non-POD groups(SMD=-0.25;95%CI:-0.53 to 0.03;P=0.08;I2=80%),and the ORs per 1 unit increment in AChE activity were not statistically significant(OR=0.98;95%CI:0.95-1.01).CONCLUSION Lower preoperative serum BuChE activity is associated with an increased risk of POD in adults undergoing surgery.BuChE activity may serve as a potential preoperative biomarker for POD risk stratification.展开更多
Porcine Contagious Pleuropneumonia(PCP)is a respiratory infectious disease of pigs caused by Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae.The disease has been prevalent in pig farms since it was first identified in 1957(Pattison e...Porcine Contagious Pleuropneumonia(PCP)is a respiratory infectious disease of pigs caused by Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae.The disease has been prevalent in pig farms since it was first identified in 1957(Pattison et al.1957).展开更多
Excessive salt concentrations in plants disrupt vital biochemical and physiological processes,damaging organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts.To mitigate these effects,plants utilize osmolytes such as glycerol,...Excessive salt concentrations in plants disrupt vital biochemical and physiological processes,damaging organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts.To mitigate these effects,plants utilize osmolytes such as glycerol,sorbitol,proline(Pro),glycine betaine(GB),and gamma-aminobutyric acid(GABA),which help maintain cellular turgor and water balance under osmotic stress.Antioxidant defense mechanisms,including enzymatic(e.g.,peroxidase,superoxide dismutase,catalase)and non-enzymatic compounds,are essential for salt stress tolerance(SST).These enzymes,upregulated under salt stress,detoxify reactive oxygen species(ROS)and protect cells from oxidative damage.Transcription factors(TFs)such as AP2/EREBP,WRKY,bZIP,GRAS,MYB,GATA,bHLH,and NAC regulate stress-responsive genes and are critical for plant adaptation to abiotic stresses.bZIPs enhance SST in rice,while GATAs are induced by salt stress across various species.NAC TFs interact with hormone signaling pathways like ABA to modulate gene expression in response to oxidative stress and ion imbalance.Additionally,specialized ion transporters(e.g.,Na+/H+antiporters and HKT1)and phytohormones such as ABA play pivotal roles in maintaining ion homeostasis and orchestrating stress responses under salinity.Advancements in metabolomics,proteomics,transcriptomics,and genomics have significantly advanced our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying salt stress tolerance.By studying biochemical pathways,protein dynamics,gene expression,and genomic variations,researchers are uncovering critical networks involved in ion homeostasis,ROS detoxification,and osmotic regulation.This review synthesizes current data,demonstrating how multi-omics approaches enhance our knowledge of salt stress adaptation and offering promising avenues for biotechnological interventions aimed at improving crop resilience.展开更多
A systematic terahertz spectroscopy study of the mineral phase transformation process of natural pyrite samples heated in a nitrogen atmosphere is conducted.In addition,the pyrolysis process of pyrite in the 400℃–80...A systematic terahertz spectroscopy study of the mineral phase transformation process of natural pyrite samples heated in a nitrogen atmosphere is conducted.In addition,the pyrolysis process of pyrite in the 400℃–800℃temperature range is analyzed and discussed.This study is based on X-ray diffraction(XRD)and thermogravimetric–derivative thermogravimetric(TG-DTG)analysis of the corresponding thermal transformation sequences of pyrite,magnetopyrite,and sulfurous pyrite as the desulfurization process proceeds.Terahertz time-domain spectroscopy is employed to characterize the optical properties of the pyrolysis products.The results show that pyrite,magnetopyrite and sulfurous pyrite exhibit different absorption coefficients and refractive indices in the terahertz frequency band.The different optical properties of these products provide useful information for the investigation of the pyrolysis process of pyrite and the magnetic properties of environmental sediments.展开更多
The emerging altermagnetic RuO2with both compensated magnetic moments and broken time-reversal symmetry possesses nontrivial magneto-electronic responses and nonrelativistic spin currents that are closely related t...The emerging altermagnetic RuO2with both compensated magnetic moments and broken time-reversal symmetry possesses nontrivial magneto-electronic responses and nonrelativistic spin currents that are closely related to the magnetic easy axis.Ru M3-edge X-ray magnetic linear dichroism(XMLD)measurements were performed to probe the Néel order in RuO2.For epitaxial RuO2 films,characteristic XMLD signals were observed for either RuO2(100)or RuO2(110)at normal incidence or RuO2(001)at oblique incidence.The signals disappeared when the test temperature exceeded the Néel temperature.For non-epitaxial RuO2 films,the flat lines in the XMLD patterns of RuO2(100)and RuO2(110)demonstrate that there is no in-plane uniaxial alignment of the Néel order in these samples because of the counterbalanced Néel order of the twin crystals,as evidenced by X-ray diffraction phi-scan measurements.Our experimental results unambiguously demonstrate antiferromagnetism in RuO2 films and reveal the spatial relation of the Néel order parallel to the RuO2[001]crystalline axis.These findings deepen the understanding of RuO2 and other attractive altermagnetic materials used in the field of spintronics.展开更多
Melatonin is a multifunctional molecule found in all organisms that has been shown to play a crucial role in plant growth, development, and stress response. Plant melatonin is typically synthesized in organelles terme...Melatonin is a multifunctional molecule found in all organisms that has been shown to play a crucial role in plant growth, development, and stress response. Plant melatonin is typically synthesized in organelles termed chloroplasts, and the mechanisms of its synthesis and metabolic pathways have been extensively studied. Melatonin serves a significant regulatory function in plant growth and development, influencing the morphological and physiological characteristics of plants by modulating biological processes. While studies on plant melatonin receptors are in their early stages compared to studies in animal receptors, the binding mechanism with melatonin is now recognized as the key initiating step that triggers a series of downstream protective effects. This suggests that melatonin in plants may exert its effects through two main modes of target binding. The CAND2/PMTR1 protein binds to melatonin with a high degree of affinity. This binding activates downstream heterotrimeric G proteins, which trigger rapid intracellular signaling cascades. These cascades include activating the MAPK pathway and modulating ion channel activity. This action swiftly regulates stomatal closure in response to physiological processes such as drought stress. Additionally, melatonin has been demonstrated to regulate the plant stress response through two main mechanisms. First, it directly inhibits the accumulation of reactive oxygen species. Second, it indirectly influences the stress response pathways. This paper examines plant melatonin from three perspectives: the synthesis pathways of melatonin, its effects on plant growth, and its applications in plants under stress. Finally, the prospects for melatonin study and its applications in plants are discussed.展开更多
Heavy metal pollution has become a pervasive environmental issue affecting numerous regions worldwide.Recently,there has been significant attention given to the application of nano-enabled technologies with the purpos...Heavy metal pollution has become a pervasive environmental issue affecting numerous regions worldwide.Recently,there has been significant attention given to the application of nano-enabled technologies with the purpose of enhancing plant development and alleviating heavy metal stress.This study aimed to illustrate the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles(ZnO-NPs)to enhance the morphological traits of D.huoshenense exposed to cadmium(Cd)stress.The chemical structure and elemental composition of the ZnO-NPs were characterised by a series of analytical methods,including X-ray diffraction,UV-Vis spectrometry,XPS,andTEM.Plant samples usedwere collected at 0,5,and 15 days in order to assess physiological and biochemical parameters under different Cd treatments.ZnONPs administered in pot experiments have been shown to enhance plant proliferation through the modulation of Cd enrichment levels.The results revealed that ZnO-NPs enhanced plant growth by increasing soluble sugars and proline levels,enhancing activities of antioxidant enzymes(SOD,POD,CAT,APX)and reducing electrolyte leakage(EL)and malondialdehyde(MDA)content.Furthermore,ZnO-NPs enhanced the net photosynthetic rate,transpiration,stomatal conductance,and chlorophyll content in leaves subjected to Cd stress at the 10-day sampling stage.Exogenous ZnO-NPs significantly elevated the expression of genes associated with flavonoid biosynthesis,potentially facilitating the accumulation of medicinal compounds to mitigate Cd stress.Taken together,these findings provide a novel perspective on the strategies employed by medicinal plants in response to Cd.展开更多
1 Plant SecondaryMetabolism and Functional Biology Progress Plants have long been recognized as biochemical powerhouses,producing a vast array of compounds through their secondary metabolic pathways[1].Although histor...1 Plant SecondaryMetabolism and Functional Biology Progress Plants have long been recognized as biochemical powerhouses,producing a vast array of compounds through their secondary metabolic pathways[1].Although historically referred to as‘secondary’due to their perceived non-essential role in basic plant survival,it is now understood that these metabolites are integral to plant growth,development and adaptation to environmental challenges.Secondary metabolites,such as alkaloids,terpenoids,phenolics and flavonoids,serve as critical mediators of plant-environment interactions,conferring resistance to biotic and abiotic stressors[2].Beyond their ecological functions,these compounds are invaluable to humans,supporting industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and nutrition to agrochemicals and chemical additives.展开更多
An efficient copper-catalyzed regioselective acyloxy-trifluoromethylation of allenamides using Togni'sⅡreagent as the source of both the trifluoromethyl and acyloxy moieties was developed to create a workable rou...An efficient copper-catalyzed regioselective acyloxy-trifluoromethylation of allenamides using Togni'sⅡreagent as the source of both the trifluoromethyl and acyloxy moieties was developed to create a workable route to CF3-substituted allylic esters.The reaction exhibited good functional group tolerance and high efficiency,affording the products in moderate to good yields.Mechanistic investigations indicated a radical process was likely involved in this transformation.展开更多
基金funded by the funding support from the Young Scholar Program(Category A Continuation Funding)of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52525401)the New Cornerstone Science Foundation through the XPLORER PRIZE+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52474142,52404091 and 52304094)Key Laboratory of Cleaner Intelligent Control on Coal&Electricity,Ministry of Education,PRC(No.CICCE202404)。
摘要Understanding the mechanisms and mitigation strategies for disturbance-induced rockbursts is essential for ensuring safety in deep rock engineering.To evaluate the effectiveness of drilling pressure relief,uniaxial compression tests were conducted on high-stress,cavity-containing sandstone under low-frequency disturbance loading at various amplitudes.Progressive damage was monitored using acoustic emission and digital image correlation.The threshold disturbance amplitude required to trigger dynamic failure was 25%of uniaxial compressive strength,which was significantly higher than that of intact sandstone.During the stable-damage stage,damage accumulated primarily through small-scale tensile fracturing,whereas large-scale shear fractures developed at later stages,initiating and propagating macrocracks that signalled impending structural instability.The energy-storage limit of cavitycontaining sandstone was found to be independent of the loading path.The input energy during disturbance was stored as elastic strain energy and rapidly exceeded its storage limit,thereby driving crack propagation and rockburst failure.An energy pre-release ratio(EPR)was introduced to quantify the premature release of elastic strain energy induced by cavity instability.For all disturbance amplitudes,the EPR exceeded 45%,demonstrating that the cavity effectively mitigates disturbance-induced rockbursts.The results of this study provide a theoretical basis for evaluating the effectiveness of drilling pressure relief in mitigating disturbance-induced rockbursts.
基金partially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62273182,61773213,U21B6001,62273121,62221004,62073166)。
摘要Dear Editor,This letter deals with the formation control problem of a multiagent system that moves along a closed curve and is subject to position constraints.A distributed formation control law is developed under which the position constraint of each agent can always be satisfied.Due to the existence of position constraints,prescribed formations generally cannot be achieved by the agents.
基金supported by Traditional Chinese Medicine Inheritance and Innovation Research Project of Anhui Province(2025CCCX033)Demonstration Experiment Training Center of Anhui Provincial Department of Education(2022sysx033)+1 种基金National Key R&D Program of China(2023YFC3503804)Quality Engineering Project of West Anhui University(wxxy2024011).
摘要Essential oil is one of the main active ingredients in the medicinal herb Peucedanum praeruptorum.However,limited studies have been conducted on the quality evaluation of this essential oil.Here,we performed an optimization and evaluation of P.praeruptorum volatile oil extraction using response surface methodology.Partial least squares discriminant analysis(PLS-DA)was employed to screen relevant biomarkers.A sensory evaluation of the volatile oil components of P.praeruptorum was conducted across different time periods,and aroma differences were examined.The optimal extraction process involved an extraction time of 4 h,a soaking time of 2 h,a liquid-to-solid ratio of 12 mL/g and an extraction temperature of 132◦C.HS-SPME-GC/MS analysis of the volatile oil composition from different origins,periods and plant parts identified various chemical components,including terpenes,aldehydes,hydrocarbons and ketones.The main components identified were composed ofα-pinene,(-)-β-pinene,3-carene,β-myrcene,D-limonene,β-phellandrene,and other terpenes.The principal component analysis(PCA)revealed clear differences from different origins and time periods.The PLS-DA identified 39 key differential components in the aboveground parts and 20 in the underground parts with variable importance in projection(VIP)values>1.The sensory evaluation analysis described the aroma of P.praeruptorum volatile oil as grassy,woody,spicy,earthy and reminiscent of pine resin,with the most prominent note being spicy.This was highly correlated withβ-pinene,which accounted for the highest proportion.The prominent spicy note was found to be derived from three components:(–)-β-pinene,β-phellandrene,and o-cymene.Our study provides a scientific basis for the evaluation,development and application of volatile oil from P.praeruptorum.
基金supported by Traditional Chinese Medicine Inheritance and Innovation Research Project of Anhui Province(2025CCCX033)Demonstration Experiment Training Center of Anhui Provincial Department of Education(2022sysx033)Quality Engineering Project of West Anhui University(wxxy2024011).
摘要Coumarin,a significant secondary metabolite derived from the phenylpropanoid pathway,exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities and medicinal properties.Structurally,coumarins are categorized into simple and angular types based on variations in the core structure of the parent skeleton,with further classifications as furanocoumarins and pyranocoumarins depending on their carbon atom count.In nature,coumarins are predominantly found in plants within families such as Apiaceae,Asteraceae,and Thymelaeaceae.The structural diversity observed among coumarins in higher plants is largely driven by coevolutionary interactions between herbivorous insects and their host plants.With recent advancements in multi-omics technologies,research has increasingly focused on unraveling the transcriptional regulation of key genes in the coumarin biosynthetic pathway.This review consolidates recent findings from genomics,transcriptomics,proteomics,and metabolomics studies to identify,characterize,and regulate coumarin-related genes.These insights provide a foundational reference for further research efforts in gene discovery,molecular regulation,and synthetic biology applications in the context of coumarin biosynthesis.
摘要BACKGROUND Postoperative delirium(POD)is a common and serious complication in surgical patients,particularly older adults.Alterations in cholinergic function have been implicated in its pathophysiology.AIM To evaluate the association between preoperative serum cholinesterase(ChE)activity—specifically butyrylcholinesterase(BuChE)and acetylcholinesterase(AChE)—and the risk of POD in adult surgical patients in a meta-analysis.METHODS A systematic search was conducted in PubMed,EMBASE,and Web of Science up to March 28,2025 for studies reporting preoperative serum BuChE or AChE activity in relation to subsequent POD incidence.Standardized mean differences(SMDs)and odds ratios(ORs)with 95%confidence intervals(CIs)were pooled using random-effects models.Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were performed based on follow-up duration and analytic models.RESULTS Thirteen studies(n=2730 patients)were included.Patients who developed POD had significantly lower preoperative BuChE activity than those who did not(SMD=-0.28;95%CI:-0.39 to-0.16;I2=18%).Higher BuChE activity was associated with a reduced risk of POD(OR per 100 unit increment=0.97;95%CI:0.95-0.99;I2=0%).In contrast,pooled AChE activity did not differ significantly between POD and non-POD groups(SMD=-0.25;95%CI:-0.53 to 0.03;P=0.08;I2=80%),and the ORs per 1 unit increment in AChE activity were not statistically significant(OR=0.98;95%CI:0.95-1.01).CONCLUSION Lower preoperative serum BuChE activity is associated with an increased risk of POD in adults undergoing surgery.BuChE activity may serve as a potential preoperative biomarker for POD risk stratification.
基金supported by the University-Industry Col aborative Education Program,China(220904860093831)。
摘要Porcine Contagious Pleuropneumonia(PCP)is a respiratory infectious disease of pigs caused by Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae.The disease has been prevalent in pig farms since it was first identified in 1957(Pattison et al.1957).
摘要Excessive salt concentrations in plants disrupt vital biochemical and physiological processes,damaging organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts.To mitigate these effects,plants utilize osmolytes such as glycerol,sorbitol,proline(Pro),glycine betaine(GB),and gamma-aminobutyric acid(GABA),which help maintain cellular turgor and water balance under osmotic stress.Antioxidant defense mechanisms,including enzymatic(e.g.,peroxidase,superoxide dismutase,catalase)and non-enzymatic compounds,are essential for salt stress tolerance(SST).These enzymes,upregulated under salt stress,detoxify reactive oxygen species(ROS)and protect cells from oxidative damage.Transcription factors(TFs)such as AP2/EREBP,WRKY,bZIP,GRAS,MYB,GATA,bHLH,and NAC regulate stress-responsive genes and are critical for plant adaptation to abiotic stresses.bZIPs enhance SST in rice,while GATAs are induced by salt stress across various species.NAC TFs interact with hormone signaling pathways like ABA to modulate gene expression in response to oxidative stress and ion imbalance.Additionally,specialized ion transporters(e.g.,Na+/H+antiporters and HKT1)and phytohormones such as ABA play pivotal roles in maintaining ion homeostasis and orchestrating stress responses under salinity.Advancements in metabolomics,proteomics,transcriptomics,and genomics have significantly advanced our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying salt stress tolerance.By studying biochemical pathways,protein dynamics,gene expression,and genomic variations,researchers are uncovering critical networks involved in ion homeostasis,ROS detoxification,and osmotic regulation.This review synthesizes current data,demonstrating how multi-omics approaches enhance our knowledge of salt stress adaptation and offering promising avenues for biotechnological interventions aimed at improving crop resilience.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(61805214)Open Fund of State Key Laboratory of Infrared Physics(SITP-NLIST-YB-2022-12)+2 种基金Piesat Information Technology remote sensing interdisciplinary research project(HTHT202202)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2-9-2022-203)Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by Bast(BYESS2020037).
摘要A systematic terahertz spectroscopy study of the mineral phase transformation process of natural pyrite samples heated in a nitrogen atmosphere is conducted.In addition,the pyrolysis process of pyrite in the 400℃–800℃temperature range is analyzed and discussed.This study is based on X-ray diffraction(XRD)and thermogravimetric–derivative thermogravimetric(TG-DTG)analysis of the corresponding thermal transformation sequences of pyrite,magnetopyrite,and sulfurous pyrite as the desulfurization process proceeds.Terahertz time-domain spectroscopy is employed to characterize the optical properties of the pyrolysis products.The results show that pyrite,magnetopyrite and sulfurous pyrite exhibit different absorption coefficients and refractive indices in the terahertz frequency band.The different optical properties of these products provide useful information for the investigation of the pyrolysis process of pyrite and the magnetic properties of environmental sediments.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12241404,52225106,and 523B1007)Open Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Spintronics Devices and Technologies(Grant No.SPL-2401)。
摘要The emerging altermagnetic RuO2with both compensated magnetic moments and broken time-reversal symmetry possesses nontrivial magneto-electronic responses and nonrelativistic spin currents that are closely related to the magnetic easy axis.Ru M3-edge X-ray magnetic linear dichroism(XMLD)measurements were performed to probe the Néel order in RuO2.For epitaxial RuO2 films,characteristic XMLD signals were observed for either RuO2(100)or RuO2(110)at normal incidence or RuO2(001)at oblique incidence.The signals disappeared when the test temperature exceeded the Néel temperature.For non-epitaxial RuO2 films,the flat lines in the XMLD patterns of RuO2(100)and RuO2(110)demonstrate that there is no in-plane uniaxial alignment of the Néel order in these samples because of the counterbalanced Néel order of the twin crystals,as evidenced by X-ray diffraction phi-scan measurements.Our experimental results unambiguously demonstrate antiferromagnetism in RuO2 films and reveal the spatial relation of the Néel order parallel to the RuO2[001]crystalline axis.These findings deepen the understanding of RuO2 and other attractive altermagnetic materials used in the field of spintronics.
基金supported by National College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Train-ing Program(202410376009)Anhui Province College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program(S202310376057,S202510376030)+2 种基金Quality Engineering Project of West Anhui University(wxxy2024011)Quality Engineering Project of Anhui Province(2024zybj032)Development of Big Data Integration and Analysis Platform for Traditional Chinese Medicine Genomics(0045025050).
摘要Melatonin is a multifunctional molecule found in all organisms that has been shown to play a crucial role in plant growth, development, and stress response. Plant melatonin is typically synthesized in organelles termed chloroplasts, and the mechanisms of its synthesis and metabolic pathways have been extensively studied. Melatonin serves a significant regulatory function in plant growth and development, influencing the morphological and physiological characteristics of plants by modulating biological processes. While studies on plant melatonin receptors are in their early stages compared to studies in animal receptors, the binding mechanism with melatonin is now recognized as the key initiating step that triggers a series of downstream protective effects. This suggests that melatonin in plants may exert its effects through two main modes of target binding. The CAND2/PMTR1 protein binds to melatonin with a high degree of affinity. This binding activates downstream heterotrimeric G proteins, which trigger rapid intracellular signaling cascades. These cascades include activating the MAPK pathway and modulating ion channel activity. This action swiftly regulates stomatal closure in response to physiological processes such as drought stress. Additionally, melatonin has been demonstrated to regulate the plant stress response through two main mechanisms. First, it directly inhibits the accumulation of reactive oxygen species. Second, it indirectly influences the stress response pathways. This paper examines plant melatonin from three perspectives: the synthesis pathways of melatonin, its effects on plant growth, and its applications in plants under stress. Finally, the prospects for melatonin study and its applications in plants are discussed.
基金supported by the Open Fund of Anhui Engineering Research Center for Ecoagriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine(WXZR202318)High-level Talents Research Initiation Fund of West Anhui University(WGKQ2022025)+3 种基金Quality Engineering Project of West Anhui University(wxxy2024011)Quality Engineering Project of Anhui Province(2024zybj032)Development of Big Data Integration and Analysis Platform for Traditional Chinese Medicine Genomics(0045025050)Anhui Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program for College Students(S202510376030).
摘要Heavy metal pollution has become a pervasive environmental issue affecting numerous regions worldwide.Recently,there has been significant attention given to the application of nano-enabled technologies with the purpose of enhancing plant development and alleviating heavy metal stress.This study aimed to illustrate the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles(ZnO-NPs)to enhance the morphological traits of D.huoshenense exposed to cadmium(Cd)stress.The chemical structure and elemental composition of the ZnO-NPs were characterised by a series of analytical methods,including X-ray diffraction,UV-Vis spectrometry,XPS,andTEM.Plant samples usedwere collected at 0,5,and 15 days in order to assess physiological and biochemical parameters under different Cd treatments.ZnONPs administered in pot experiments have been shown to enhance plant proliferation through the modulation of Cd enrichment levels.The results revealed that ZnO-NPs enhanced plant growth by increasing soluble sugars and proline levels,enhancing activities of antioxidant enzymes(SOD,POD,CAT,APX)and reducing electrolyte leakage(EL)and malondialdehyde(MDA)content.Furthermore,ZnO-NPs enhanced the net photosynthetic rate,transpiration,stomatal conductance,and chlorophyll content in leaves subjected to Cd stress at the 10-day sampling stage.Exogenous ZnO-NPs significantly elevated the expression of genes associated with flavonoid biosynthesis,potentially facilitating the accumulation of medicinal compounds to mitigate Cd stress.Taken together,these findings provide a novel perspective on the strategies employed by medicinal plants in response to Cd.
基金supported by High Level Talents Research Initiation Fund of West Anhui University(WGKQ2022025)Quality Engineering Project of Anhui Province(2024zybj032)+1 种基金Quality Engineering Project of West Anhui University(wxxy2024011)Development of Big Data Integration and Analysis Platform for Traditional Chinese Medicine Genomics(0045025050).
摘要1 Plant SecondaryMetabolism and Functional Biology Progress Plants have long been recognized as biochemical powerhouses,producing a vast array of compounds through their secondary metabolic pathways[1].Although historically referred to as‘secondary’due to their perceived non-essential role in basic plant survival,it is now understood that these metabolites are integral to plant growth,development and adaptation to environmental challenges.Secondary metabolites,such as alkaloids,terpenoids,phenolics and flavonoids,serve as critical mediators of plant-environment interactions,conferring resistance to biotic and abiotic stressors[2].Beyond their ecological functions,these compounds are invaluable to humans,supporting industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and nutrition to agrochemicals and chemical additives.
摘要An efficient copper-catalyzed regioselective acyloxy-trifluoromethylation of allenamides using Togni'sⅡreagent as the source of both the trifluoromethyl and acyloxy moieties was developed to create a workable route to CF3-substituted allylic esters.The reaction exhibited good functional group tolerance and high efficiency,affording the products in moderate to good yields.Mechanistic investigations indicated a radical process was likely involved in this transformation.