This study comprehensively reveals the origin and evolution mechanisms of ascorbic acid(AsA)synthesis and breakdown pathways during plants'transition from water to land.By analyzing genomic data from 21 key plant ...This study comprehensively reveals the origin and evolution mechanisms of ascorbic acid(AsA)synthesis and breakdown pathways during plants'transition from water to land.By analyzing genomic data from 21 key plant species and transcriptomic data from the One Thousand Plants transcription project,we found that the L-galactose pathway emerged in green algae,with variations in the HIT domain of the rate-limiting enzyme GGP driving adaptive divergence between lower and higher plants.The galacturonic acid pathway integrated with the L-galactose pathway through the emergence of GalUR in bryophytes.The myo-inositol pathway became complete in bryophytes,and its refinement likely promoted dehydration adaptation via oxidative protection.The AsA recycling pathway(APX/MDHAR/DHAR)originated in red algae,while the appearance of AO enzymes is significantly related to rising oxygen levels during land colonization.Statistical analysis of 218 plant species shows that AsA content increases significantly with evolution,in line with heightened light and oxygen stress.This study explains the dynamic evolution of the AsA metabolic network during plant terrestrialization,highlighting how key gene families(e.g.GGP,GalUR,GLOase)undergo functional and structural domain divergence to boost antioxidant capacity and thus facilitate adaptation to terrestrial life.These findings offer a theoretical basis for improving crop stress resistance.展开更多
The fern family Polypodiaceae,with over 1600 species,is not only one of the most species-rich families of ferns,but also a major contributor to the vascular epiphytic diversity throughout the tropics.Although the vast...The fern family Polypodiaceae,with over 1600 species,is not only one of the most species-rich families of ferns,but also a major contributor to the vascular epiphytic diversity throughout the tropics.Although the vast majority of species belonging to this family prefer to grow as epiphytes,several species colonize successfully rheophytic,lithophytic,and even terrestrial habitats.Here,we explore the hypothesis that non-epiphytic habitat preferences,including terrestrial growth,evolved secondarily with epiphytes being the plesiomorphic habitat preference.The results of phylogenetic analyses,based on dense taxon sampling and four chloroplast DNA regions,were integrated with divergence time estimates and ancestral character state reconstructions to test these predictions.Both fossils and secondary calibration data were incorporated to obtain divergence time estimations.The results support the prediction of multiple transitions from epiphytic/lithophytic to terrestrialheophytic habitats occurring mainly in the Microsoreae lineage.The change in niche preferences coincides with niche colonization opportunities created by climatic fluctuations and geographical changes during the Oligocene and Miocene periods.展开更多
The UVR8-BES1/BIM1-mediated crosstalk between UV-B and brassinosteroid(BR)signaling orchestrates transcriptional reprogramming and thereby coordinates BR-mediated growth and UV-B responses in flowering plants.However,...The UVR8-BES1/BIM1-mediated crosstalk between UV-B and brassinosteroid(BR)signaling orchestrates transcriptional reprogramming and thereby coordinates BR-mediated growth and UV-B responses in flowering plants.However,when the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module originated and how this transcriptional regulatory network evolved in plants remain largely unknown.Here,we traced the evolutionary trajectory of the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module using a structure-guided approach that integrates homology modeling and structural alignment across major plant lineages.By integrating protein interaction modeling,transcriptome profiling,and genome-wide binding analyses,we elucidated the functional evolution of the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module driven by structural innovations and genetic co-option.Our results reveal that UVR8 and BIM1 orthologs originated in the last common ancestor(LCA)of chlorophytes and maintained a conserved interaction in green plants,whereas BES1 orthologs emerged in the LCA of streptophyte algae and acquired the capacity to interact with UVR8 in vascular plants.BIM1 served as a core UV-B-responsive transcription factor in the LCA of green plants.By contrast,BES1 initially participated in UV-B signaling through a BIM1-dependent mechanism in the LCA of land plants and later evolved to function as a dominant integrator within UV-B-BR crosstalk in angiosperms.The expansion of the BES1 regulatory network and its binding specificity largely parallels the elaboration of UV-B transcriptional programs during land plant evolution.Our study thus demonstrates that the functional evolution of the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module enables the stepwise integration of UV-B and BR signaling in green plants,advancing our understanding of how plants have wired hormonal and environmental signals to adapt to terrestrial habitats.展开更多
Trentepohliales is a completely terrestrial order within Ulvophyceae(the core Chlorophyta),and its closely related lineages are mainly marine macroalgae(green seaweeds).Despite the considerable interest in their biote...Trentepohliales is a completely terrestrial order within Ulvophyceae(the core Chlorophyta),and its closely related lineages are mainly marine macroalgae(green seaweeds).Despite the considerable interest in their biotechnological potential,little is known about their adaptations to challenging terrestrial habitats.Here,we assemble the high-quality reference genome of Trentepohlia odorata.This alga shows duplications of key genes associated with lipid metabolism and carotenoid synthesis,potentially facilitating intracellular accumulation of lipid droplets and carotenoids.We further reveal positive selection and expansion of gene families involved in vesicle trafficking and cell division regulation in T.odorata compared with other algae(cleavage furrow-mediated cell division)in Ulvophyceae,providing a genetic foundation for the evolution of phragmoplast-mediated cell division.The combined C4-like and biophysical CO2-concentrating mechanisms(CCMs)of T.odorata enable adaptation to fluctuating CO2 environments,and support efficient photosynthesis under CO2-limited conditions.Adaptive strategies of T.odorata to terrestrial stressors,such as drought,intense light,and UV-B radiation,include horizontally acquired genes involved in cell wall synthesis and remodeling,homeostasis of aldehydes,and expanded genes associated with reactive oxygen species(ROS),DNA repair,and photoprotection.Our study provides a valuable genomic resource for studying aerial algae and improves understanding of plant terrestrialization.展开更多
The identification of rock mass hazard sources is fundamental for preventing rockfall and landslide disasters in mountainous regions,with rock mass structural characteristics playing a vital role in hazard assessment....The identification of rock mass hazard sources is fundamental for preventing rockfall and landslide disasters in mountainous regions,with rock mass structural characteristics playing a vital role in hazard assessment.In this study,terrestrial laser scanning(TLS)and unmanned aerial vehicle(UAV)technologies were integrated to enhance the evaluation methodology for rock mass hazard sources,focusing on the Sichuan Yanjiang Expressway project in China.The findings demonstrate that TLS-UAV technology enhanced both spatial coverage and data density in slope modeling.Through integrated algorithmic analysis,rock discontinuities within heterogeneous datasets were systematically identified,enabling quantitative extraction and statistical analysis of key geometric parameters,including orientation,trace length,spacing,and roughness.Furthermore,quantitative models were developed for cohesion,friction angle and the morphology parameter M of in situ discontinuities,respectively,facilitating efficient mechanical parameter acquisition.A novel rock mass hazard index(RHI)was developed incorporating discontinuity geometric rating(DGR),discontinuity mechanical rating(DMR),and slope mass rating(SMR).Field validation confirmed the methodology's effectiveness in evaluating risk levels and spatial heterogeneity of rock mass hazard sources,revealing the contribution of different discontinuity sets to the rock mass hazard and identifying the primary discontinuity sets controlling instability mechanisms.This study is of great significance for evaluating discontinuity-controlled rock mass hazard sources and preventing rockfall disasters.展开更多
1.Background Ecosystems supply a wide range of goods and services.This has been an important research topic for decades,and numerous works have argued that ecosystems are key to human wellbeing(Pinto et al.,2022).The ...1.Background Ecosystems supply a wide range of goods and services.This has been an important research topic for decades,and numerous works have argued that ecosystems are key to human wellbeing(Pinto et al.,2022).The ecosystem services(ES)concept emerged from the idea that humans depend on the environment and is defined as the bene fits people obtain from ecosystems(MEA,2005).Although there are different classifications,ES are normally divided into Regulating,Pro visioning,and Cultural.展开更多
Microplastics(MPs)are ubiquitous and pose an environmental risk.This review examined MP pollution in terrestrial ecosystems from a myriad of poorly understood sources.Knowledge regarding the occurrence sources,migrati...Microplastics(MPs)are ubiquitous and pose an environmental risk.This review examined MP pollution in terrestrial ecosystems from a myriad of poorly understood sources.Knowledge regarding the occurrence sources,migration behaviors,ecotoxicology,absorption mechanisms,and effects of MPs has also been fully summarized.Microplastics interact with contaminants,such as antibiotics,pesticides,heavy metals,etc.,and may act as vectors for contaminant transfer in terrestrial ecosystems.The transportation and retention of MPs in soil are governed by interactions among their inherent properties,such as size,shape,surface charge,and density.Interestingly,MP migration into soil is lacking research.The MPs and nanoplastics were also found in edible fruits and vegetables.The MP contamination in soil affects ecosystems,causing soil structure changes,fertility reduction,and pollutant leaching into groundwater.The MP concentration lies in the range of 43-2443 and 40-43000 items kg-1in agricultural and urban soils,respectively.This review provides a comprehensive roadmap for future research and a framework for soil MP risk assessment.Future studies on the uptake,accumulation,and translocation of MPs and their associated toxins by plants are essential for evaluating their risks to food security and human health.Research on MPs in terrestrial habitats lacks comprehensive data on their long-term persistence,degradation pathways,and interactions with soil components under varying environmental conditions.Additionally,limited understanding exists regarding MP impacts on soil biodiversity,pollutant mobility,and plant uptake,highlighting the need for innovative detection methods and effective pollution abatement strategies.展开更多
Light serves as the source of energy as well as an information signal for photosynthetic plants. During evolution, plants have acquired the ability to monitor environmental light radiation and adjust their development...Light serves as the source of energy as well as an information signal for photosynthetic plants. During evolution, plants have acquired the ability to monitor environmental light radiation and adjust their developmental patterns to optimally utilize light energy for photosynthesis. The mechanisms of light perception and signal transduction have been comprehensively studied in past decades, mostly in a few model plants, including Arabidopsis thaliana. However, systematic analyses of the origin and evolution of core components involved in light perception and signaling are still lacking. In this study, we took advantage of the recently sequenced genomes and transcriptomes covering all the main Archaeplastida clades in the public domain to identify orthologous genes of core components involved in light perception and signaling and to reconstruct their evolutionary history. Our analyses suggested that acclimation to different distribution of light quality in new environments led to the origination of specific light signaling pathways in plants. The UVR8 (UV Resistance Locus 8) signaling pathway originated during the movement of plants from the deeper sea to shallow water and enabled plants to deal with ultraviolet B light (UV-B). After acquisition of UV-B adaptation, origination of the phytochrome signaling pathway helped plants to colonize water surface where red light became the prominent light energy source. The seedling emergence pathway, which is mediated by a combination of light and phytohormone signals that orchestrate plant growth pattern transitions, originated before the emergence of seed plants. Although cryptochromes and some key components of E3 ubiquitin ligase systems already existed before the divergence of the plant and animal kingdoms, the coevolution and optimization of light perception and downstream signal transduction components, including key transcription factors and E3 ubiquitin ligase systems, are evident during plant terrestrialization.展开更多
This paper systematically analyzes the reservoir-forming characteristics and cretaceous shale oil types in four major hydrocarbon-generating sags(Qingxi,Ying'er,Huahai,and Shida)of the Jiuquan Basin,based on the d...This paper systematically analyzes the reservoir-forming characteristics and cretaceous shale oil types in four major hydrocarbon-generating sags(Qingxi,Ying'er,Huahai,and Shida)of the Jiuquan Basin,based on the data of experiments for microscopic and geochemical analysis of reservoirs.The hydrothermal alteration-induced reservoir-forming model and its reservoir-controlling effect in the Qingxi Sag are discussed,and the exploration potential of shale oil in these four sags are evaluated.(1)The Qingxi Sag is widely developed with mud shale,dolomitic shale,and laminated argillaceous dolomite in the Cretaceous,which can be defined as mixed shale as a whole.The source rocks in this area are of good quality and high maturity,formed in a saline water sedimentary environment,and rich in dolomite,with a strong hydrocarbon generation capacity and excellent oil generation conditions.The reservoir space has been significantly modified by hydrothermal process,with well-developed dissolution pores and microfractures,recording favorable reservoir conditions for shale oil enrichment.Overall,this sag has large reservoir thickness and large resource volume,making it the most realistic shale oil exploration target in the Jiuquan Basin.However,it faces challenges such as great burial depth(deeper than 4500 m)and strong tectonic stress.(2)The Ying'er,Huahai,and Shida sags all feature sand-mud interbeds consisting of fan delta front thin sandbodies and lacustrine mud shale in the Cretaceous,having good source rock quality and favorable conditions for interbedded-type shale oil accumulation.The source rocks are insufficient in thermal evolution degree and unevenly distributed,and favorable shale oil resources are mainly endowed near the center of the sags.Reservoirs are primarily composed of siltstone to fine sandstone,suggesting relatively good reservoir conditions,generally with small burial depth(3000-4000 m)and the possibility of local sweet spots.It is noted that the Ying'er Sag has already produced low-mature to mature oil,qualifying it as a near-term realistic shale oil exploration area.展开更多
Ecological impacts of aerosols on vegetation remain highly uncertain due to their capacity for both modifying radiation and causing phytotoxic damage.China has experienced the most rapid air quality improvement global...Ecological impacts of aerosols on vegetation remain highly uncertain due to their capacity for both modifying radiation and causing phytotoxic damage.China has experienced the most rapid air quality improvement globally since 2013,yet the ecosystem consequences of this governance are poorly quantified.Here,we analyzed satellite observations and reanalysis data from multiple sources covering a long period to investigate the spatiotemporal intereactions between aerosols and vegetation across China.By employing generalized linear mixed models(GLMM),we isolated the independent and relative contributions of aerosol optical depth(AOD)to vegetation dynamics.Our results reveal a pronounced divergence between the north and south:AOD suppresses vegetation growth in southern China with limited radiation,while in regions limited by water availability,it likely enhances water use efficiency and productivity by reducing surface radiation and vapor pressure deficit(VPD),thereby curtailing transpiration water loss.The impacts exhibited diverse patterns across species:nee-dleleaf forests,meadows,wetlands,and shrublands demonstrated heightened vulnerability to aerosol suppres-sion,whereas needleleaf and broadleaf mixed forests uniquely benefited from increased diffuse radiation.Notably,the gross primary productivity(GPP)of steppe ecosystems underwent a fundamental shift from a negative to a positive response to aerosols after 2013,highlighting the dynamic interactions between aerosols and ecosystems that were specific to the environment.Crucially,the GLMM quantified a significant weakening of the aerosol suppression effect after the implementation of clean air policies,with its standardized negative co-efficient on GPP declining from 0.16 to 0.10.This study provides observational evidence on a large scale that improving air quality not only alleviates environmental stress but also directly promotes ecosystem function,offering critical insights for assessing carbon neutrality policies.展开更多
The spatial distribution and influencing factors of soil organic carbon(SOC),closely related to climate change and global carbon(C)cycling,have received widespread attention.As an important component of the SOC pool,h...The spatial distribution and influencing factors of soil organic carbon(SOC),closely related to climate change and global carbon(C)cycling,have received widespread attention.As an important component of the SOC pool,humus is vital to soil C turnover and levels.However,humus parameters are rarely used to predict SOC in terrestrial ecosystems,presumably due to the evolving understanding of SOC sources and fractions.Here,we measured the levels of SOC,fulvic acid C(FAC),and humic acid C(HAC)in the topsoil(0-20 cm)and subsoil(20-40 cm)of cropland,desert,forest,and grassland in Ningxia,Northwest China,and integrated humus and environmental factors to predict the SOC prediction models.The SOC,HAC,and FAC generally decreased with soil depth and showed a trend of forest>cropland>grassland>desert.The contribution of humus C(i.e.,HAC+FAC)to SOC was higher in forest(47.6%)than in cropland(40.6%),desert(38.4%),and grassland(37.2%).In the 0-40 cm soil of all four ecosystems,the average content of FAC(1.61 g kg−1)was higher than that of HAC(0.88 g kg−1),and FAC(26.6%)contributed more to SOC compared to HAC(14.5%).The geoclimatic and soil physicochemical factors used to predict the SOC content were grouped into six categories:humus,nutrient,soil texture,geoclimate,mineral,and soil chemical property.Humus and nutrient had significant(P<0.05)and direct positive effects on SOC.Although the levels and predictors of SOC differed among ecosystems,FAC was a significant and common driver.Additionally,mineral and soil chemical property explained a large proportion of SOC variation,related to the chemical characteristics of humus.These findings indicated that SOC was highly humus-dependent and context-dependent,and integrating humus parameters had important implications for the prediction of SOC in terrestrial ecosystems.展开更多
The emergence of avian inffllfluenza virus(AIVs)in seabird populations has intensiffiified in recent years,signaling a signiffiificant shift in host ecology and transmission dynamics.To address this,this study introdu...The emergence of avian inffllfluenza virus(AIVs)in seabird populations has intensiffiified in recent years,signaling a signiffiificant shift in host ecology and transmission dynamics.To address this,this study introduces the Terrestrial Bird-Seabird Co-occurrence Index(TSCI),a novel metric designed to assess the spatial and temporal cooccurrence between terrestrial bird and seabird AIV hosts.The TSCI demonstrates strong predictive performance(AUC=0.94),capturing over 84.10%of conffiifirmed seabirds AIV cases within global high-risk zones.Based on this,363 Mha of coastal wetlands(representing 2.44%of global land area)were identiffiified as high-risk terrestrial birds and seabirds contact interface,providing a robust tool for identifying high-risk zones of potential virus spillover at the“terrestrial birds and seabirds contact interface.”Our analysis highlights that temperate coastal regions,particularly in Europe,North America,and East Asia,exhibit high TSCI values.Wetland ecosystems serve as critical hotspots for virus spillover,emphasizing the need for habitat-speciffiific conservation and surveillance strategies.Our study offers a scalable tool to enhance targeted monitoring,guide resource allocation,and inform integrated policies for preventing zoonotic spillover from wild bird reservoirs under the One Health framework.展开更多
The comprehensive pattern of the natural environment constitutes a complex system shaped by interactions among multiple natural elements,including geology,terrain,climate,hydrology,soil,and biodiversity.The regional s...The comprehensive pattern of the natural environment constitutes a complex system shaped by interactions among multiple natural elements,including geology,terrain,climate,hydrology,soil,and biodiversity.The regional structure that embodies this complexity is defined as the comprehensive natural terrestrial system.Consequently,this system provides an integrated perspective for understanding the overall characteristics of the natural environment and resources.Pakistan,with agriculture as its core economic sector,has a natural environment that is inherently linked to its topographic and climatic conditions.Its geographical environmental conditions are similar to those of China.Through analysis of Pakistan's geological,geomorphological,climatological,hydrological,and vegetation conditions,we adopted the methodology of China's comprehensive natural regionalization to establish a comprehensive natural terrestrial system scheme for Pakistan.Hierarchically,this scheme is divided into 3 major regions,5 temperature zones,8 humidity areas,and 23 natural regions.The scheme reveals the diversity of Pakistan's natural environment and its three-dimensional geographical zonality characteristics.Furthermore,this study analyzes the ecological advantages,constraints,and resource development potential of each regional unit and proposes targeted strategies for ecological conservation and socioeconomic development.The scheme provides a scientific basis for the sustainable socioeconomic development of Pakistan.展开更多
Based on ERA5 reanalysis and CN05.1 gridded observational datasets,this study investigates key meteorological drivers and cross-seasonal mechanisms influencing summer(June–July–August)run-of-river(ROR)hydropower gen...Based on ERA5 reanalysis and CN05.1 gridded observational datasets,this study investigates key meteorological drivers and cross-seasonal mechanisms influencing summer(June–July–August)run-of-river(ROR)hydropower generation in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River Basin(MYRB).Results reveal synergistic regulation by the meridional displacement of the subtropical westerly jet(SWJ)and Pakistan convective activity through East Asian atmospheric circulation.Southward(northward)SWJ shifts coupled with weakened(intensified)Pakistan convection enhance(reduce)MYRB precipitation while lowering(elevating)temperatures,thereby increasing(decreasing)ROR hydropower generation.Precursor analysis identifies spring negative(positive)sea surface temperature anomalies in the northwestern Indian Ocean may strengthen(weaken)meridional thermal gradients,forcing corresponding SWJ displacements.Concurrently,Central Asian cooling(warming)in spring modifies the Arabian Sea–Central Asia pressure gradient,suppressing(enhancing)South Asian monsoon moisture transport to Pakistan.These oceanic–terrestrial thermal coupling mechanisms demonstrate significant predictability for MYRB hydropower variability.展开更多
Accurately assessing vegetation-hydrology interactions is crucial for water resource management,especially amidst climate change and ecological restoration.Using remote sensing observations(MODIS LAI)and GLEAM model o...Accurately assessing vegetation-hydrology interactions is crucial for water resource management,especially amidst climate change and ecological restoration.Using remote sensing observations(MODIS LAI)and GLEAM model outputs(evapotranspiration components,soil moisture(SM))from 2000 to 2023 for China's Three-North(TN)region,we quantified the sensitivity of the transpiration fraction(TF,the ratio of transpiration to total evapotranspiration)to changes in leaf area index(LAI),denoted as θ=∂TF/∂LAI.We employed an analytical approach combining SM and vapor pressure deficit(VPD)trends to evaluate the mechanisms governingθ's response to increasing vegetation cover.Results show that while the TN region experienced a significant LAI increase(0.33 m²·m⁻²·decade⁻¹),driving a continuous TF rise(1.44%decade⁻¹),the sensitivity θ markedly decreased(−3.4%year⁻¹),accumulating a 32% decline over 24 years.This reveals a clear diminishing return of LAI increase on enhancing TF.Regional VPD remained stable,with opposing effects from rising temperature and atmospheric moisture largely cancelling out.Crucially,the decline inθwas primarily governed by SM dynamics;θdecreased most sharply under soil drying conditions(Δθ up to−8%),whereas sufficient soil wetting buffered the decline.Sensitivity also varied across different combinations of SM and VPD trends,being lowest where SM increased,and VPD decreased.This study demonstrates a weakening hydrological feedback to vegetation restoration in the TN region,highlighting soil moisture availability as the key constraint limiting the ecosystem's capacity to regulate water vapor fluxes.These findings provide a critical basis for assessing ecological sustainability and informing adaptive water management strategies under future aridification.展开更多
The next generation of global communication networks is expected to deliver a transformative leap in connectivity,transcending beyond terrestrial limitations to achieve truly ubiquitous coverage.Rather than operating ...The next generation of global communication networks is expected to deliver a transformative leap in connectivity,transcending beyond terrestrial limitations to achieve truly ubiquitous coverage.Rather than operating as fragmented regional systems,future infrastructures will leverage Satellite-Terrestrial Integrated Networks(STIN)and 6G technologies to form a unified global network.展开更多
With the large-scale deployment of satellite constellations and the rapid advancement of technologies including artificial intelligence(AI)and non-terrestrial networks(NTNs),the integration of high,medium,and low Eart...With the large-scale deployment of satellite constellations and the rapid advancement of technologies including artificial intelligence(AI)and non-terrestrial networks(NTNs),the integration of high,medium,and low Earth orbit satellite networks with terrestrial networks has become a critical direction for future communication technologies.The objective is to develop a space-terrestrial integrated 6G network that ensures ubiquitous connectivity and seamless services,facilitating intelligent interconnection and collaborative symbiosis among humans,machines,and objects.This integration has become a central focus of global technological innovation.展开更多
Acrylamide(AA)is a common carcinogen that affects the development and function of the central nervous system(CNS).At present,the toxic injuries of common AA are mainly divided into acute and chronic attacks,and the da...Acrylamide(AA)is a common carcinogen that affects the development and function of the central nervous system(CNS).At present,the toxic injuries of common AA are mainly divided into acute and chronic attacks,and the damage caused to the CNS is different.To investigate whether different doses of AA have different effects on brain cells,we performed single-nucleus RNA sequencing of the brain.The findings indicated that short-term high-dose(acute)AA directly disrupted protein synthesis and protein structure stability on the endoplasmic reticulum.Additionally,acute AA was observed to downregulate genes that inhibit apoptosis and autophagy,promote apoptosis,accelerate cell aging,and affect cell function in glial cells(Glia).Longterm low-dose(chronic)AA exposure elevated Ca2+concentration,increased protein autophosphorylation,and induced mitochondrial dysfunction,resulting in impaired axonal transport and disrupted metabolism of Kenyon cells(KCs).These findings highlight the cell type-specific effects of AA,where acute exposure disrupts Glia protein homeostasis,and chronic exposure impairs calcium signaling and axonal transport in KCs.Such results deepen our understanding of AA-induced neurotoxicity and lay the groundwork for developing targeted therapeutic strategies to mitigate its effects on the CNS.展开更多
Petroleum hydrocarbons are traditional pollutants in coastal sedimentary environments,and the concentration of total petroleum hydrocarbons(TPH)has been used as a proxy to assess oil contamination in sediments.In this...Petroleum hydrocarbons are traditional pollutants in coastal sedimentary environments,and the concentration of total petroleum hydrocarbons(TPH)has been used as a proxy to assess oil contamination in sediments.In this study,we investigated the distribution of TPH and n-alkanes(n-C14-n-C34)along two ca.4 m sediment cores from the East China Sea(ECS)and further analyzed the n-alkane-based diagnostic parameters.The TPH concentrations(7.7-21.7μg/g,with an outlier of 60.3μg/g)indicated slight petroleum pollution at both sites.Among the hydrocarbons,higher abundances were observed for long-chain n-alkanes n-C29,n-C31and n-C33.The terrestrial n-alkanes accounted for 25%-33%of the total n-alkanes(n-C14to n-C34)based on the Terr/Total ratio.Multiple n-alkane diagnostic parameters,such as Carbon Preference Index(CPI)and Terrestrial to Aquatic Ratio(TAR),were higher in sediments at the site close to the Yangtze River Estuary,suggesting an elevated contribution of terrestrial organic matter due to significant riverine input.This finding is in agreement with the higher C/N ratio(7.3 to 7.7)and more negativeδ~(13)C values of TOC(-23.1‰to-22.5‰)at this site than the those of coastal site with increased marine organic matter impacted by upwellings(C/N:6.3 to 6.6;δ13C-TOC:-22.1‰to-21.8‰).In addition to the natural source of hydrocarbons,the lack of correlations between TOC and TPH indicates that other sources,such as anthropogenic discharge activities,may also contribute to the accumulation of petroleum hydrocarbons in coastal sediments.These results provided insight into the sources of petroleum hydrocarbons and n-alkanes in coastal sediments.展开更多
Accurately assessing the carbon sequestration capacity of forests is crucial for mitigating climate change.Traditional methods for estimating Gross Primary Productivity(GPP)of vegetation involve significant uncertaint...Accurately assessing the carbon sequestration capacity of forests is crucial for mitigating climate change.Traditional methods for estimating Gross Primary Productivity(GPP)of vegetation involve significant uncertainties.As a novel remote sensing approach,Solar-Induced chlorophyll Fluorescence(SIF)is directly related to photosynthesis and has demonstrated strong correlations with GPP across various ecosystems,climate zones,and spatial scales.Current GPP estimation methods based on SIF include Light Use Efficiency(LUE)models,the SCOPE process models,and the latest mechanistic light response(MLR)models.Future research should focus on improving the mechanistic understanding of SIF-related processes and promoting the integration of multi-source remote sensing data with SIF-based modeling to enhance the accuracy and universality of GPP estimation.展开更多
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(KYLH2025002)Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions Project(PAPD)+1 种基金Postdoctoral Innovation Program of Shandong Province(SDCX-ZG-202503170)the Bioinformatics Center of Nanjing Agricultural University.
摘要This study comprehensively reveals the origin and evolution mechanisms of ascorbic acid(AsA)synthesis and breakdown pathways during plants'transition from water to land.By analyzing genomic data from 21 key plant species and transcriptomic data from the One Thousand Plants transcription project,we found that the L-galactose pathway emerged in green algae,with variations in the HIT domain of the rate-limiting enzyme GGP driving adaptive divergence between lower and higher plants.The galacturonic acid pathway integrated with the L-galactose pathway through the emergence of GalUR in bryophytes.The myo-inositol pathway became complete in bryophytes,and its refinement likely promoted dehydration adaptation via oxidative protection.The AsA recycling pathway(APX/MDHAR/DHAR)originated in red algae,while the appearance of AO enzymes is significantly related to rising oxygen levels during land colonization.Statistical analysis of 218 plant species shows that AsA content increases significantly with evolution,in line with heightened light and oxygen stress.This study explains the dynamic evolution of the AsA metabolic network during plant terrestrialization,highlighting how key gene families(e.g.GGP,GalUR,GLOase)undergo functional and structural domain divergence to boost antioxidant capacity and thus facilitate adaptation to terrestrial life.These findings offer a theoretical basis for improving crop stress resistance.
摘要The fern family Polypodiaceae,with over 1600 species,is not only one of the most species-rich families of ferns,but also a major contributor to the vascular epiphytic diversity throughout the tropics.Although the vast majority of species belonging to this family prefer to grow as epiphytes,several species colonize successfully rheophytic,lithophytic,and even terrestrial habitats.Here,we explore the hypothesis that non-epiphytic habitat preferences,including terrestrial growth,evolved secondarily with epiphytes being the plesiomorphic habitat preference.The results of phylogenetic analyses,based on dense taxon sampling and four chloroplast DNA regions,were integrated with divergence time estimates and ancestral character state reconstructions to test these predictions.Both fossils and secondary calibration data were incorporated to obtain divergence time estimations.The results support the prediction of multiple transitions from epiphytic/lithophytic to terrestrialheophytic habitats occurring mainly in the Microsoreae lineage.The change in niche preferences coincides with niche colonization opportunities created by climatic fluctuations and geographical changes during the Oligocene and Miocene periods.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(W2511024 and 32370228)(B.Z.)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32470232 and 32100178)(Z.Z.)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20250004)the Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Crop Production co-sponsored by Province and Ministry(B.Z.)the Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions(B.Z.).
摘要The UVR8-BES1/BIM1-mediated crosstalk between UV-B and brassinosteroid(BR)signaling orchestrates transcriptional reprogramming and thereby coordinates BR-mediated growth and UV-B responses in flowering plants.However,when the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module originated and how this transcriptional regulatory network evolved in plants remain largely unknown.Here,we traced the evolutionary trajectory of the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module using a structure-guided approach that integrates homology modeling and structural alignment across major plant lineages.By integrating protein interaction modeling,transcriptome profiling,and genome-wide binding analyses,we elucidated the functional evolution of the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module driven by structural innovations and genetic co-option.Our results reveal that UVR8 and BIM1 orthologs originated in the last common ancestor(LCA)of chlorophytes and maintained a conserved interaction in green plants,whereas BES1 orthologs emerged in the LCA of streptophyte algae and acquired the capacity to interact with UVR8 in vascular plants.BIM1 served as a core UV-B-responsive transcription factor in the LCA of green plants.By contrast,BES1 initially participated in UV-B signaling through a BIM1-dependent mechanism in the LCA of land plants and later evolved to function as a dominant integrator within UV-B-BR crosstalk in angiosperms.The expansion of the BES1 regulatory network and its binding specificity largely parallels the elaboration of UV-B transcriptional programs during land plant evolution.Our study thus demonstrates that the functional evolution of the UVR8-BES1/BIM1 module enables the stepwise integration of UV-B and BR signaling in green plants,advancing our understanding of how plants have wired hormonal and environmental signals to adapt to terrestrial habitats.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(W2511024,32370228,32470232)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20250004)+3 种基金the Collaborative Innovation Center for Modern Crop Production co-sponsored by Province and Ministry,the Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions(PAPD)the fund of Taxonomy Scientist Program'of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(CAS-TAX-24-038)the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS(2023355)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(KYCX24_1846).
摘要Trentepohliales is a completely terrestrial order within Ulvophyceae(the core Chlorophyta),and its closely related lineages are mainly marine macroalgae(green seaweeds).Despite the considerable interest in their biotechnological potential,little is known about their adaptations to challenging terrestrial habitats.Here,we assemble the high-quality reference genome of Trentepohlia odorata.This alga shows duplications of key genes associated with lipid metabolism and carotenoid synthesis,potentially facilitating intracellular accumulation of lipid droplets and carotenoids.We further reveal positive selection and expansion of gene families involved in vesicle trafficking and cell division regulation in T.odorata compared with other algae(cleavage furrow-mediated cell division)in Ulvophyceae,providing a genetic foundation for the evolution of phragmoplast-mediated cell division.The combined C4-like and biophysical CO2-concentrating mechanisms(CCMs)of T.odorata enable adaptation to fluctuating CO2 environments,and support efficient photosynthesis under CO2-limited conditions.Adaptive strategies of T.odorata to terrestrial stressors,such as drought,intense light,and UV-B radiation,include horizontally acquired genes involved in cell wall synthesis and remodeling,homeostasis of aldehydes,and expanded genes associated with reactive oxygen species(ROS),DNA repair,and photoprotection.Our study provides a valuable genomic resource for studying aerial algae and improves understanding of plant terrestrialization.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42177142 and 52378477)the Key Research and Development Program of Shaanxi(Grant No.2023-YBSF-486).
摘要The identification of rock mass hazard sources is fundamental for preventing rockfall and landslide disasters in mountainous regions,with rock mass structural characteristics playing a vital role in hazard assessment.In this study,terrestrial laser scanning(TLS)and unmanned aerial vehicle(UAV)technologies were integrated to enhance the evaluation methodology for rock mass hazard sources,focusing on the Sichuan Yanjiang Expressway project in China.The findings demonstrate that TLS-UAV technology enhanced both spatial coverage and data density in slope modeling.Through integrated algorithmic analysis,rock discontinuities within heterogeneous datasets were systematically identified,enabling quantitative extraction and statistical analysis of key geometric parameters,including orientation,trace length,spacing,and roughness.Furthermore,quantitative models were developed for cohesion,friction angle and the morphology parameter M of in situ discontinuities,respectively,facilitating efficient mechanical parameter acquisition.A novel rock mass hazard index(RHI)was developed incorporating discontinuity geometric rating(DGR),discontinuity mechanical rating(DMR),and slope mass rating(SMR).Field validation confirmed the methodology's effectiveness in evaluating risk levels and spatial heterogeneity of rock mass hazard sources,revealing the contribution of different discontinuity sets to the rock mass hazard and identifying the primary discontinuity sets controlling instability mechanisms.This study is of great significance for evaluating discontinuity-controlled rock mass hazard sources and preventing rockfall disasters.
基金funded by the European Union NextGeneration EU through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan,Component 9.I8.,grant number 760104/May 23,2023,code CF 245/November 29,2022supported by the project“Sensing,Mapping,Interconnecting:Tools for soil functions and services evaluation”supported by the Romanian Government,Ministry of the Innovation and Digitization through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan(PNRR)PNRR-III-C9-2022-I8,contract no.CF245/29.11.2022.
摘要1.Background Ecosystems supply a wide range of goods and services.This has been an important research topic for decades,and numerous works have argued that ecosystems are key to human wellbeing(Pinto et al.,2022).The ecosystem services(ES)concept emerged from the idea that humans depend on the environment and is defined as the bene fits people obtain from ecosystems(MEA,2005).Although there are different classifications,ES are normally divided into Regulating,Pro visioning,and Cultural.
摘要Microplastics(MPs)are ubiquitous and pose an environmental risk.This review examined MP pollution in terrestrial ecosystems from a myriad of poorly understood sources.Knowledge regarding the occurrence sources,migration behaviors,ecotoxicology,absorption mechanisms,and effects of MPs has also been fully summarized.Microplastics interact with contaminants,such as antibiotics,pesticides,heavy metals,etc.,and may act as vectors for contaminant transfer in terrestrial ecosystems.The transportation and retention of MPs in soil are governed by interactions among their inherent properties,such as size,shape,surface charge,and density.Interestingly,MP migration into soil is lacking research.The MPs and nanoplastics were also found in edible fruits and vegetables.The MP contamination in soil affects ecosystems,causing soil structure changes,fertility reduction,and pollutant leaching into groundwater.The MP concentration lies in the range of 43-2443 and 40-43000 items kg-1in agricultural and urban soils,respectively.This review provides a comprehensive roadmap for future research and a framework for soil MP risk assessment.Future studies on the uptake,accumulation,and translocation of MPs and their associated toxins by plants are essential for evaluating their risks to food security and human health.Research on MPs in terrestrial habitats lacks comprehensive data on their long-term persistence,degradation pathways,and interactions with soil components under varying environmental conditions.Additionally,limited understanding exists regarding MP impacts on soil biodiversity,pollutant mobility,and plant uptake,highlighting the need for innovative detection methods and effective pollution abatement strategies.
基金National Key R&D Program of China (2017YFA0503800)National Natural Science Foundation of China (31330048, 31621001 and 31570219)+3 种基金Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, US NIH grant (GM-47850)the Jiangsu Province Key Project for Scientific Research (16KJA180002)the Young 日ite Scientists Sponsorship Program and Qing Lan project of Jiangsu Provincethe Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions (PAPD).
摘要Light serves as the source of energy as well as an information signal for photosynthetic plants. During evolution, plants have acquired the ability to monitor environmental light radiation and adjust their developmental patterns to optimally utilize light energy for photosynthesis. The mechanisms of light perception and signal transduction have been comprehensively studied in past decades, mostly in a few model plants, including Arabidopsis thaliana. However, systematic analyses of the origin and evolution of core components involved in light perception and signaling are still lacking. In this study, we took advantage of the recently sequenced genomes and transcriptomes covering all the main Archaeplastida clades in the public domain to identify orthologous genes of core components involved in light perception and signaling and to reconstruct their evolutionary history. Our analyses suggested that acclimation to different distribution of light quality in new environments led to the origination of specific light signaling pathways in plants. The UVR8 (UV Resistance Locus 8) signaling pathway originated during the movement of plants from the deeper sea to shallow water and enabled plants to deal with ultraviolet B light (UV-B). After acquisition of UV-B adaptation, origination of the phytochrome signaling pathway helped plants to colonize water surface where red light became the prominent light energy source. The seedling emergence pathway, which is mediated by a combination of light and phytohormone signals that orchestrate plant growth pattern transitions, originated before the emergence of seed plants. Although cryptochromes and some key components of E3 ubiquitin ligase systems already existed before the divergence of the plant and animal kingdoms, the coevolution and optimization of light perception and downstream signal transduction components, including key transcription factors and E3 ubiquitin ligase systems, are evident during plant terrestrialization.
基金Supported by the CNPC Science and Technology Project(2023YQX10110)。
摘要This paper systematically analyzes the reservoir-forming characteristics and cretaceous shale oil types in four major hydrocarbon-generating sags(Qingxi,Ying'er,Huahai,and Shida)of the Jiuquan Basin,based on the data of experiments for microscopic and geochemical analysis of reservoirs.The hydrothermal alteration-induced reservoir-forming model and its reservoir-controlling effect in the Qingxi Sag are discussed,and the exploration potential of shale oil in these four sags are evaluated.(1)The Qingxi Sag is widely developed with mud shale,dolomitic shale,and laminated argillaceous dolomite in the Cretaceous,which can be defined as mixed shale as a whole.The source rocks in this area are of good quality and high maturity,formed in a saline water sedimentary environment,and rich in dolomite,with a strong hydrocarbon generation capacity and excellent oil generation conditions.The reservoir space has been significantly modified by hydrothermal process,with well-developed dissolution pores and microfractures,recording favorable reservoir conditions for shale oil enrichment.Overall,this sag has large reservoir thickness and large resource volume,making it the most realistic shale oil exploration target in the Jiuquan Basin.However,it faces challenges such as great burial depth(deeper than 4500 m)and strong tectonic stress.(2)The Ying'er,Huahai,and Shida sags all feature sand-mud interbeds consisting of fan delta front thin sandbodies and lacustrine mud shale in the Cretaceous,having good source rock quality and favorable conditions for interbedded-type shale oil accumulation.The source rocks are insufficient in thermal evolution degree and unevenly distributed,and favorable shale oil resources are mainly endowed near the center of the sags.Reservoirs are primarily composed of siltstone to fine sandstone,suggesting relatively good reservoir conditions,generally with small burial depth(3000-4000 m)and the possibility of local sweet spots.It is noted that the Ying'er Sag has already produced low-mature to mature oil,qualifying it as a near-term realistic shale oil exploration area.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42205178)the State Key Laboratory of Earth Surface Processes and Resource Ecology(2024-TS-05)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2243100009)the Tang Scholar Award.
摘要Ecological impacts of aerosols on vegetation remain highly uncertain due to their capacity for both modifying radiation and causing phytotoxic damage.China has experienced the most rapid air quality improvement globally since 2013,yet the ecosystem consequences of this governance are poorly quantified.Here,we analyzed satellite observations and reanalysis data from multiple sources covering a long period to investigate the spatiotemporal intereactions between aerosols and vegetation across China.By employing generalized linear mixed models(GLMM),we isolated the independent and relative contributions of aerosol optical depth(AOD)to vegetation dynamics.Our results reveal a pronounced divergence between the north and south:AOD suppresses vegetation growth in southern China with limited radiation,while in regions limited by water availability,it likely enhances water use efficiency and productivity by reducing surface radiation and vapor pressure deficit(VPD),thereby curtailing transpiration water loss.The impacts exhibited diverse patterns across species:nee-dleleaf forests,meadows,wetlands,and shrublands demonstrated heightened vulnerability to aerosol suppres-sion,whereas needleleaf and broadleaf mixed forests uniquely benefited from increased diffuse radiation.Notably,the gross primary productivity(GPP)of steppe ecosystems underwent a fundamental shift from a negative to a positive response to aerosols after 2013,highlighting the dynamic interactions between aerosols and ecosystems that were specific to the environment.Crucially,the GLMM quantified a significant weakening of the aerosol suppression effect after the implementation of clean air policies,with its standardized negative co-efficient on GPP declining from 0.16 to 0.10.This study provides observational evidence on a large scale that improving air quality not only alleviates environmental stress but also directly promotes ecosystem function,offering critical insights for assessing carbon neutrality policies.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42367053 and U23A20158)the National Science and Technology Basic Work Special Project,China(No.2014FY110200A07)+4 种基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFD1900404-05)the Key Research and Development Program of Ningxia,China(No.2023BCF01049)the Agricultural High Quality Development and Ecological Protection Technology Innovation Demonstration Project of Ningxia,China(No.NGSB-2021-3-1)the Natural Science Foundation of Ningxia,China(No.2023AAC03431)the Foreign Cooperation and Exchange Program of Ningxia Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences,China(No.DW-X-2023005).
摘要The spatial distribution and influencing factors of soil organic carbon(SOC),closely related to climate change and global carbon(C)cycling,have received widespread attention.As an important component of the SOC pool,humus is vital to soil C turnover and levels.However,humus parameters are rarely used to predict SOC in terrestrial ecosystems,presumably due to the evolving understanding of SOC sources and fractions.Here,we measured the levels of SOC,fulvic acid C(FAC),and humic acid C(HAC)in the topsoil(0-20 cm)and subsoil(20-40 cm)of cropland,desert,forest,and grassland in Ningxia,Northwest China,and integrated humus and environmental factors to predict the SOC prediction models.The SOC,HAC,and FAC generally decreased with soil depth and showed a trend of forest>cropland>grassland>desert.The contribution of humus C(i.e.,HAC+FAC)to SOC was higher in forest(47.6%)than in cropland(40.6%),desert(38.4%),and grassland(37.2%).In the 0-40 cm soil of all four ecosystems,the average content of FAC(1.61 g kg−1)was higher than that of HAC(0.88 g kg−1),and FAC(26.6%)contributed more to SOC compared to HAC(14.5%).The geoclimatic and soil physicochemical factors used to predict the SOC content were grouped into six categories:humus,nutrient,soil texture,geoclimate,mineral,and soil chemical property.Humus and nutrient had significant(P<0.05)and direct positive effects on SOC.Although the levels and predictors of SOC differed among ecosystems,FAC was a significant and common driver.Additionally,mineral and soil chemical property explained a large proportion of SOC variation,related to the chemical characteristics of humus.These findings indicated that SOC was highly humus-dependent and context-dependent,and integrating humus parameters had important implications for the prediction of SOC in terrestrial ecosystems.
基金supported financially by the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFF0802400,2021YFD1300501)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(41971276)。
摘要The emergence of avian inffllfluenza virus(AIVs)in seabird populations has intensiffiified in recent years,signaling a signiffiificant shift in host ecology and transmission dynamics.To address this,this study introduces the Terrestrial Bird-Seabird Co-occurrence Index(TSCI),a novel metric designed to assess the spatial and temporal cooccurrence between terrestrial bird and seabird AIV hosts.The TSCI demonstrates strong predictive performance(AUC=0.94),capturing over 84.10%of conffiifirmed seabirds AIV cases within global high-risk zones.Based on this,363 Mha of coastal wetlands(representing 2.44%of global land area)were identiffiified as high-risk terrestrial birds and seabirds contact interface,providing a robust tool for identifying high-risk zones of potential virus spillover at the“terrestrial birds and seabirds contact interface.”Our analysis highlights that temperate coastal regions,particularly in Europe,North America,and East Asia,exhibit high TSCI values.Wetland ecosystems serve as critical hotspots for virus spillover,emphasizing the need for habitat-speciffiific conservation and surveillance strategies.Our study offers a scalable tool to enhance targeted monitoring,guide resource allocation,and inform integrated policies for preventing zoonotic spillover from wild bird reservoirs under the One Health framework.
基金The International Partnership Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences,No.046GJHZ2023071MI。
摘要The comprehensive pattern of the natural environment constitutes a complex system shaped by interactions among multiple natural elements,including geology,terrain,climate,hydrology,soil,and biodiversity.The regional structure that embodies this complexity is defined as the comprehensive natural terrestrial system.Consequently,this system provides an integrated perspective for understanding the overall characteristics of the natural environment and resources.Pakistan,with agriculture as its core economic sector,has a natural environment that is inherently linked to its topographic and climatic conditions.Its geographical environmental conditions are similar to those of China.Through analysis of Pakistan's geological,geomorphological,climatological,hydrological,and vegetation conditions,we adopted the methodology of China's comprehensive natural regionalization to establish a comprehensive natural terrestrial system scheme for Pakistan.Hierarchically,this scheme is divided into 3 major regions,5 temperature zones,8 humidity areas,and 23 natural regions.The scheme reveals the diversity of Pakistan's natural environment and its three-dimensional geographical zonality characteristics.Furthermore,this study analyzes the ecological advantages,constraints,and resource development potential of each regional unit and proposes targeted strategies for ecological conservation and socioeconomic development.The scheme provides a scientific basis for the sustainable socioeconomic development of Pakistan.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program[grant number 2023YFF0805704]the Jiangsu Province College Students’Innovation Training Program[grant number 202410300104Y].
摘要Based on ERA5 reanalysis and CN05.1 gridded observational datasets,this study investigates key meteorological drivers and cross-seasonal mechanisms influencing summer(June–July–August)run-of-river(ROR)hydropower generation in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River Basin(MYRB).Results reveal synergistic regulation by the meridional displacement of the subtropical westerly jet(SWJ)and Pakistan convective activity through East Asian atmospheric circulation.Southward(northward)SWJ shifts coupled with weakened(intensified)Pakistan convection enhance(reduce)MYRB precipitation while lowering(elevating)temperatures,thereby increasing(decreasing)ROR hydropower generation.Precursor analysis identifies spring negative(positive)sea surface temperature anomalies in the northwestern Indian Ocean may strengthen(weaken)meridional thermal gradients,forcing corresponding SWJ displacements.Concurrently,Central Asian cooling(warming)in spring modifies the Arabian Sea–Central Asia pressure gradient,suppressing(enhancing)South Asian monsoon moisture transport to Pakistan.These oceanic–terrestrial thermal coupling mechanisms demonstrate significant predictability for MYRB hydropower variability.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFF1305302)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42277062,42230714).
摘要Accurately assessing vegetation-hydrology interactions is crucial for water resource management,especially amidst climate change and ecological restoration.Using remote sensing observations(MODIS LAI)and GLEAM model outputs(evapotranspiration components,soil moisture(SM))from 2000 to 2023 for China's Three-North(TN)region,we quantified the sensitivity of the transpiration fraction(TF,the ratio of transpiration to total evapotranspiration)to changes in leaf area index(LAI),denoted as θ=∂TF/∂LAI.We employed an analytical approach combining SM and vapor pressure deficit(VPD)trends to evaluate the mechanisms governingθ's response to increasing vegetation cover.Results show that while the TN region experienced a significant LAI increase(0.33 m²·m⁻²·decade⁻¹),driving a continuous TF rise(1.44%decade⁻¹),the sensitivity θ markedly decreased(−3.4%year⁻¹),accumulating a 32% decline over 24 years.This reveals a clear diminishing return of LAI increase on enhancing TF.Regional VPD remained stable,with opposing effects from rising temperature and atmospheric moisture largely cancelling out.Crucially,the decline inθwas primarily governed by SM dynamics;θdecreased most sharply under soil drying conditions(Δθ up to−8%),whereas sufficient soil wetting buffered the decline.Sensitivity also varied across different combinations of SM and VPD trends,being lowest where SM increased,and VPD decreased.This study demonstrates a weakening hydrological feedback to vegetation restoration in the TN region,highlighting soil moisture availability as the key constraint limiting the ecosystem's capacity to regulate water vapor fluxes.These findings provide a critical basis for assessing ecological sustainability and informing adaptive water management strategies under future aridification.
摘要The next generation of global communication networks is expected to deliver a transformative leap in connectivity,transcending beyond terrestrial limitations to achieve truly ubiquitous coverage.Rather than operating as fragmented regional systems,future infrastructures will leverage Satellite-Terrestrial Integrated Networks(STIN)and 6G technologies to form a unified global network.
摘要With the large-scale deployment of satellite constellations and the rapid advancement of technologies including artificial intelligence(AI)and non-terrestrial networks(NTNs),the integration of high,medium,and low Earth orbit satellite networks with terrestrial networks has become a critical direction for future communication technologies.The objective is to develop a space-terrestrial integrated 6G network that ensures ubiquitous connectivity and seamless services,facilitating intelligent interconnection and collaborative symbiosis among humans,machines,and objects.This integration has become a central focus of global technological innovation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China Project(32230081).
摘要Acrylamide(AA)is a common carcinogen that affects the development and function of the central nervous system(CNS).At present,the toxic injuries of common AA are mainly divided into acute and chronic attacks,and the damage caused to the CNS is different.To investigate whether different doses of AA have different effects on brain cells,we performed single-nucleus RNA sequencing of the brain.The findings indicated that short-term high-dose(acute)AA directly disrupted protein synthesis and protein structure stability on the endoplasmic reticulum.Additionally,acute AA was observed to downregulate genes that inhibit apoptosis and autophagy,promote apoptosis,accelerate cell aging,and affect cell function in glial cells(Glia).Longterm low-dose(chronic)AA exposure elevated Ca2+concentration,increased protein autophosphorylation,and induced mitochondrial dysfunction,resulting in impaired axonal transport and disrupted metabolism of Kenyon cells(KCs).These findings highlight the cell type-specific effects of AA,where acute exposure disrupts Glia protein homeostasis,and chronic exposure impairs calcium signaling and axonal transport in KCs.Such results deepen our understanding of AA-induced neurotoxicity and lay the groundwork for developing targeted therapeutic strategies to mitigate its effects on the CNS.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42476240)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Nos.202172002,202441002)。
摘要Petroleum hydrocarbons are traditional pollutants in coastal sedimentary environments,and the concentration of total petroleum hydrocarbons(TPH)has been used as a proxy to assess oil contamination in sediments.In this study,we investigated the distribution of TPH and n-alkanes(n-C14-n-C34)along two ca.4 m sediment cores from the East China Sea(ECS)and further analyzed the n-alkane-based diagnostic parameters.The TPH concentrations(7.7-21.7μg/g,with an outlier of 60.3μg/g)indicated slight petroleum pollution at both sites.Among the hydrocarbons,higher abundances were observed for long-chain n-alkanes n-C29,n-C31and n-C33.The terrestrial n-alkanes accounted for 25%-33%of the total n-alkanes(n-C14to n-C34)based on the Terr/Total ratio.Multiple n-alkane diagnostic parameters,such as Carbon Preference Index(CPI)and Terrestrial to Aquatic Ratio(TAR),were higher in sediments at the site close to the Yangtze River Estuary,suggesting an elevated contribution of terrestrial organic matter due to significant riverine input.This finding is in agreement with the higher C/N ratio(7.3 to 7.7)and more negativeδ~(13)C values of TOC(-23.1‰to-22.5‰)at this site than the those of coastal site with increased marine organic matter impacted by upwellings(C/N:6.3 to 6.6;δ13C-TOC:-22.1‰to-21.8‰).In addition to the natural source of hydrocarbons,the lack of correlations between TOC and TPH indicates that other sources,such as anthropogenic discharge activities,may also contribute to the accumulation of petroleum hydrocarbons in coastal sediments.These results provided insight into the sources of petroleum hydrocarbons and n-alkanes in coastal sediments.
基金sponsored by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant number 42250205,42471510)the Open Found of Technology Innovation Center for Intelligent Monitoring and Spatial Regulation of Land Carbon Sinks,MNR(CUG-SRCS-0002)the Open Fund of Hubei Key Laboratory of Regional Ecological Process and Environmental Evolution(REEC-OF-202405).
摘要Accurately assessing the carbon sequestration capacity of forests is crucial for mitigating climate change.Traditional methods for estimating Gross Primary Productivity(GPP)of vegetation involve significant uncertainties.As a novel remote sensing approach,Solar-Induced chlorophyll Fluorescence(SIF)is directly related to photosynthesis and has demonstrated strong correlations with GPP across various ecosystems,climate zones,and spatial scales.Current GPP estimation methods based on SIF include Light Use Efficiency(LUE)models,the SCOPE process models,and the latest mechanistic light response(MLR)models.Future research should focus on improving the mechanistic understanding of SIF-related processes and promoting the integration of multi-source remote sensing data with SIF-based modeling to enhance the accuracy and universality of GPP estimation.