Nondestructive and noninvasive neutron assays are essential applications of neutron techniques.Neutron resonance transmission analysis(NRTA)is a powerful nondestructive method for investigating the elemental compositi...Nondestructive and noninvasive neutron assays are essential applications of neutron techniques.Neutron resonance transmission analysis(NRTA)is a powerful nondestructive method for investigating the elemental composition of an object.The back-streaming neutron line(Back-n)is a newly built time-of-flight facility at the China Spallation Neutron Source(CSNS)that provides neutrons in the eV to 300 MeV range.A feasibility study of the NRTA method for nuclide identification was conducted at the CSNS Back-n via two test experiments.The results demonstrate that it is feasible to identify different elements and isotopes in samples using the NRTA method at Back-n.This study reveals its potential future applications.展开更多
The back-streaming white-neutron beamline(Back-n)of the China Spallation Neutron Source is an essential neutronresearch platform built for the study of nuclear data,neutron physics,and neutron applications.Many types ...The back-streaming white-neutron beamline(Back-n)of the China Spallation Neutron Source is an essential neutronresearch platform built for the study of nuclear data,neutron physics,and neutron applications.Many types of cross-sectional neutron-reaction measurements have been performed at Back-n since early 2018.These measurements have shown that a significant number of gamma rays can be transmitted to the experimental stations of Back-n along with the neutron beam.These gamma rays,commonly referred to as in-beam gamma rays,can induce a non-negligible experimental background in neutron-reaction measurements.Studying the characteristics of in-beam gamma rays is important for understanding the experimental background.However,measuring in-beam gamma rays is challenging because most gamma-ray detectors are sensitive to neutrons;thus,discriminating between neutron-induced signals and those from in-beam gamma rays is difficult.In this study,we propose the use of the black resonance filter method and a CeBr_(3) scintillation detector to measure the characteristics of the in-beam gamma rays of Back-n.Four types of black resonance filters,^(181)Ta,^(59)Co,^(nat)Ag,and^(nat)Cd,were used in this measurement.The time-of-flight(TOF)technique was used to select the detector signals remaining in the absorption region of the TOF spectra,which were mainly induced by in-beam gamma rays.The energy distribution and flux of the in-beam gamma rays of Back-n were determined by analyzing the deposited energy spectra of the CeBr_(3) scintillation detector and using Monte Carlo simulations.Based on the results of this study,the background contributions from in-beam gamma rays in neutron-reaction measurements at Back-n can be reasonably evaluated,which is beneficial for enhancing both the experimental methodology and data analysis.展开更多
The ^(232)Th(n,f)cross section is very important in basic nuclear physics and applications based on the Th/U fuel cycle.Using the time-of-flight method and a multi-cell fast-fission ionization chamber,a novel measurem...The ^(232)Th(n,f)cross section is very important in basic nuclear physics and applications based on the Th/U fuel cycle.Using the time-of-flight method and a multi-cell fast-fission ionization chamber,a novel measurement of the^(232)Th(n,f)cross sec-tion relative to^(235)U in the 1–200 MeV range was performed at the China Spallation Neutron Source Back-n white neutron source(Back-n).The fission event-neutron energy spectra of^(232)Th and^(235)U fission cells were measured in the single-bunch mode.Corrected 232Th/235U fission cross-sectional ratios were obtained,and the measurement uncertainties were 2.5–3.7%for energies in the 2–20 MeV range and 3.6–6.2%for energies in the 20–200 MeV range.The^(232)Th(n,f)cross section was obtained by introducing the standard cross section of^(235)U(n,f).The results were compared with those of previous theoreti-cal calculations,measurements,and evaluations.The measured 232Th fission cross section agreed with the main evaluation results in terms of the experimental uncertainty,and 232Th fission resonances were observed in the 1–3 MeV range.The present results provide^(232)Th(n,f)cross-sectional data for the evaluation and design of Th/U cycle nuclear systems.展开更多
Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma(ESCC) is a prevalent and fatal cancer in China and other Asian countries.Epigenetic silencing of key tumor suppressor genes(TSGs) is critical to ESCC initiation and progression.Recen...Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma(ESCC) is a prevalent and fatal cancer in China and other Asian countries.Epigenetic silencing of key tumor suppressor genes(TSGs) is critical to ESCC initiation and progression.Recently,many novel TSGs silenced by promoter methylation have been identified in ESCC,and these genes further serve as potential tumor markers for high-risk group stratification,early detection,and prognosis prediction.This review summarizes recent discoveries on aberrant promoter methylation of TSGs in ESCC,providing better understanding of the role of disrupted epigenetic regulation in tumorigenesis and insight into diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for this malignancy.展开更多
Back-streaming neutrons from the spallation target of the China Spallation Neutron Source(CSNS)that emit through the incoming proton channel were exploited to build a white neutron beam facility(the so-called Back-n w...Back-streaming neutrons from the spallation target of the China Spallation Neutron Source(CSNS)that emit through the incoming proton channel were exploited to build a white neutron beam facility(the so-called Back-n white neutron source),which was completed in March 2018.The Back-n neutron beam is very intense,at approximately 29107 n/cm2/s at 55 m from the target,and has a nominal proton beam with a power of 100 kW in the CSNS-I phase and a kinetic energy of 1.6 GeV and a thick tungsten target in multiple slices with modest moderation from the cooling water through the slices.In addition,the excellent energy spectrum spanning from 0.5 eV to 200 MeV,and a good time resolution related tothe time-of-flight measurements make it a typical white neutron source for nuclear data measurements;its overall performance is among that of the best white neutron sources in the world.Equipped with advanced spectrometers,detectors,and application utilities,the Back-n facility can serve wide applications,with a focus on neutron-induced cross-sectional measurements.This article presents an overview of the neutron beam characteristics,the experimental setups,and the ongoing applications at Backn.展开更多
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma(NPC) is a malignancy with remarkable ethnic and geographic distribution in southern China and Southeast Asia.Alternative to genetic changes,aberrant epigenetic events disrupt multiple genes in...Nasopharyngeal carcinoma(NPC) is a malignancy with remarkable ethnic and geographic distribution in southern China and Southeast Asia.Alternative to genetic changes,aberrant epigenetic events disrupt multiple genes involved in cell signaling pathways through DNA methylation of promoter CpG islands and/or histone modifications.These epigenetic alterations grant cell growth advantage and contribute to the initiation and progression of NPC.In this review,we summarize the epigenetic deregulation of cell signaling in NPC tumorigenesis and highlight the importance of identifying epigenetic cell signaling regulators in NPC research.Developing pharmacologic strategies to reverse the epigenetic-silencing of cell signaling regulators might thus be useful to NPC prevention and therapy.展开更多
To verify the performance of the neutron total cross-sectional spectrometer, the neutron total cross section of carbon is initially measured in the energy range of 1 eV to 20 MeV using the time-of-flight method. The m...To verify the performance of the neutron total cross-sectional spectrometer, the neutron total cross section of carbon is initially measured in the energy range of 1 eV to 20 MeV using the time-of-flight method. The measurement is performed at the Back-n white neutron source with a 76-m time-of-flight path using the China Spallation Neutron Source. A multilayer fast fission chamber with 235U and 238U is employed as the neutron detector. The diameter and thickness of the natural graphite sample are 70 mm and 40 mm, respectively. Signal waveforms are collected using a data acquisition system. Off-line data processing was used to obtain the neutron time-of-flight spectra and transmissions. The uncertainty of the counting statistics is generally approximately 3% for each bin in the energy range of 1–20 MeV. It is determined that the results for the neutron total cross section of carbon obtained using ^235U cells are in good agreement with the results obtained using 238U cells within limits of statistical uncertainty. Moreover, the measured total cross sections show good agreement with the broadening evaluated data.展开更多
An extruded Mg-4Zn-0.2Mn-0.2Ca alloy was developed as potential biodegradable bone-plate due to its excellent biocompatibility.Long term in vitro immersion in Hank’s solution and bending test were used to evaluate th...An extruded Mg-4Zn-0.2Mn-0.2Ca alloy was developed as potential biodegradable bone-plate due to its excellent biocompatibility.Long term in vitro immersion in Hank’s solution and bending test were used to evaluate the degradability and the mechanical integrity of the alloy.The results revealed that the degradation rate of the bone-plate increased in the first 7 days and then decreased with the prolonged immersion time before it finally reached a steady stage(about 0.84 mm/a)after immersion for 90 days.The bending strength after immersion for 60 days was 67.6 MPa,indicating that the bone-plate could support certain mechanical load after long term degradation.The formation of corrosion pits after degradation stemmed from the separation of the continuously distributed second phases from Mg matrix under the action of micro-galvanic couples.As a result,the mechanical performance of Mg-4Zn-0.2Mn-0.2Ca alloy was aggravated owing to the corrosion holes on its surface.展开更多
Breast cancer is a complex disease driven by multiple factors including both genetic and epigenetic alterations.Recent studies revealed that abnormal gene expression induced by epigenetic changes,including aberrant pr...Breast cancer is a complex disease driven by multiple factors including both genetic and epigenetic alterations.Recent studies revealed that abnormal gene expression induced by epigenetic changes,including aberrant promoter methylation and histone modification,plays a critical role in human breast carcinogenesis.Silencing of tumor suppressor genes(TSGs) by promoter CpG methylation facilitates cells growth and survival advantages and further results in tumor initiation and progression,thus directly contributing to breast tumorigenesis.Usually,aberrant promoter methylation of TSGs,which can be reversed by pharmacological reagents,occurs at the early stage of tumorigenesis and therefore may serve as a potential tumor marker for early diagnosis and therapeutic targeting of breast cancer.In this review,we summarize the epigenetic changes of multiple TSGs involved in breast pathogenesis and their potential clinical applications as tumor markers for early detection and treatment of breast cancer.展开更多
Lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma is a rare type of gastric cancer characterized by a carcinoma with intense stromal lymphocytic infiltration. Although lymphocytic infiltration is closely associated with Epstei...Lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma is a rare type of gastric cancer characterized by a carcinoma with intense stromal lymphocytic infiltration. Although lymphocytic infiltration is closely associated with EpsteinBarr virus(EBV) infection, concomitant occurrence with differentiated adenocarcinoma is relatively rare. The clinical manifestations of lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma(including EBV-positive and-negative forms) are similar to those of gastric cancer, and the diagnosis is based on pathologic, histologic, and immunohistochemical findings. This report describes the case of a 55-year-old female patient who presented with a 10-year history of recurrent and worsening abdominal pain and melena that had been occurring for 2 mo. An ulcerative lesion was detected in the stomach by endoscopic examination, which raised suspicion of early gastric cancer. A subsequent preoperative endoscopic biopsy showed adenocarcinoma, but the postoperative pathologic, histologic, and immunohistochemical analyses of the resected specimen revealed a final diagnosis of lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma.展开更多
The hot deformation behaviors of as-solution Mg?xZn?yEr alloys (x/y=6, x=3.0, 4.5 and 6.0; y=0.50, 0.75 and 1.00) wereinvestigated on Gleeble?1500 thermal simulator in a temperature range of 200?450 °C at a strai...The hot deformation behaviors of as-solution Mg?xZn?yEr alloys (x/y=6, x=3.0, 4.5 and 6.0; y=0.50, 0.75 and 1.00) wereinvestigated on Gleeble?1500 thermal simulator in a temperature range of 200?450 °C at a strain rate of 0.001?1 s?1. The truestress?strain curves showed the dynamic competition between the working hardening and working softening mainly due to thedynamic recrystallization (DRX) occurring during hot compression. The constitutive equations were constructed which couldaccurately predict the peak stress of the alloys. The addition of Zn and/or Er resulted in higher deformation activation energy forMg?3Zn?0.5Er (alloy A). The processing maps were constructed as function of the temperature and the strain rate, providing theoptimum hot working conditions (i.e., at strain of 0.3, Mg?3Zn?0.5Er (alloy A): 380?430 ?C, <0.1 s?1; Mg?4.5Zn?0.75Er (alloy B):380?450 ?C, 0.01?0.1 s?1; Mg?6Zn?1Er (alloy C): 390?440 ?C, 0.01?0.1 s?1). The as-solution treated Mg?4.5Zn?0.75Er (alloy B)demonstrated more optimum hot working window comparing with Mg?3Zn?0.5Er (alloy A) and Mg?6Zn?1Er (alloy C).展开更多
The microstructure evolution and strengthening mechanisms of Mg-10Gd-1Er-1Zn-0.6Zr(wt.%) alloy were focused in the view of the size parameters and volume fraction(fp) of dual phases(long period stacking ordered(LPSO) ...The microstructure evolution and strengthening mechanisms of Mg-10Gd-1Er-1Zn-0.6Zr(wt.%) alloy were focused in the view of the size parameters and volume fraction(fp) of dual phases(long period stacking ordered(LPSO) structures and β’ precipitates).Results show that two types of LPSO phases with different morphologies formed,and the morphology and size of both LPSO phases varied with the solution conditions.However,the volume fraction decreased monotonously with increasing solution temperature,which in turn raised the volume fraction of β’ phase during aging.The alloy exhibited an ultimate tensile strength of 352 MPa,a yield strength of 271 MPa,and an elongation of 3.5% after solution treatment at 500℃ for 12 h and aging at 200℃ for 114 h.In contrast to the LPSO phase,the β’ phase seems to play a more important role in enhancing the yield strength,and consequently,a decreased fLPSO/fβ’,ratio results in an increased yield strength.展开更多
The effects of kinds of secondary phases on texture and mechanical properties of Mg-Zn-Er alloys were investigated. The results suggest that the I-phase has a great effect on modification of the texture via the discon...The effects of kinds of secondary phases on texture and mechanical properties of Mg-Zn-Er alloys were investigated. The results suggest that the I-phase has a great effect on modification of the texture via the discontinuous dynamic recrystallization mechanism（DDRX）, which tends to form well-developed equiaxed recrystallized grains. Meanwhile, the W-phase plays an important role in refining the grain size via continuous dynamic recrystallization（CDRX）, companied with a higher maximum texture intensity. Thus, the Mg-6Zn-1 Er alloy containing I-phase shows a performance of higher elongation of 20.4%. The Mg-2Zn-2Er alloy including W-phase displays a better tensile strength, and the yield strength（YS） is about 247 MPa.展开更多
The microstructure and texture evolutions in Mg-Zn-Er alloy during hot compression were investigated by using opticalmicroscope （OM）, field emission scanning electron microscope （EBSD） and transmission electron mi...The microstructure and texture evolutions in Mg-Zn-Er alloy during hot compression were investigated by using opticalmicroscope （OM）, field emission scanning electron microscope （EBSD） and transmission electron microscope （TEM）. The resultsindicate that the temperature plays an important role in dynamic recrystallization （DRX） mechanism. The twin dynamicrecrystallization （TDRX） is induced at a strain of 0.6 because of the activation of non-basal slip （a＋c ） dislocations at 200 ℃.Meanwhile, the continuous DRX （CDRX） occurs at 350℃, which is identified by the typical necklace-like structure around theresidual initial grains. The DRX contributes to the modification of texture significantly. The tension twins are responsible for theweak texture at 200 ℃. Meanwhile, the decrease in the basal texture is ascribed to the DRX sites which transfer from twinboundaries to initial grain boundaries as the temperature is increased from 200 to 350 ℃.展开更多
Aim： To investigate the methylation status of the deleted in azoospermia 1（DAZ1） gene promoter region in different cell types. Methods： Using CpG island Searcher software, a CpG island was found in the promoter re...Aim： To investigate the methylation status of the deleted in azoospermia 1（DAZ1） gene promoter region in different cell types. Methods： Using CpG island Searcher software, a CpG island was found in the promoter region of the DAZ1 gene. The methylation status of this region was analyzed in sperm and leukocytes by bisulfited sequencing. Results： The methylation status of the CpG island in the DAZ1 gene promoter region differed in leukocytes and sperm： it was methylated in leukocytes, but unmethylated in sperm. Conclusion： A differentially methylated region of the DAZ1 gene exists in spermatic and somatic cells, suggesting that methylation of this region may regulate DAZ1 gene expression in different tissues. （Asian J Androl 2006 Jan; 8：61-67 ）展开更多
The corrosion behaviors and mechanism of the as-rolled Mg-x Zn-0.5Er(x=0.5, 2.0, 3.0 and 4.0, in wt.%)alloys were investigated. The potential difference between the second phase and matrix was determined by the type a...The corrosion behaviors and mechanism of the as-rolled Mg-x Zn-0.5Er(x=0.5, 2.0, 3.0 and 4.0, in wt.%)alloys were investigated. The potential difference between the second phase and matrix was determined by the type and size of the second phases. The dominated nano-scale W-phase on matrix in the Mg-0.5Zn-0.5Er alloy induced a sharp local pitting corrosion. However, as the volume fraction of the coarse W-phase or I-phase increased, the corrosion reaction was inclined to happen around the coarse W-phase or I-phase preferentially, leading to an obvious uniform corrosion and great acceleration of corrosion rate. The long-term immersion(14 d) results indicated that the corrosion resistance decreasing sequence was Mg-0.5Zn-0.5Er > Mg-2.0Zn-0.5Er > Mg-3.0Zn-0.5Er > Mg-4.0Zn-0.5Er.展开更多
PRKAG2 cardiac syndrome(PS)is a rare inherited disease due to PRKAG2 gene mutation and characterized by Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome(WPWs),conduction system lesions and myocardial hypertrophy.It can also lead to ser...PRKAG2 cardiac syndrome(PS)is a rare inherited disease due to PRKAG2 gene mutation and characterized by Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome(WPWs),conduction system lesions and myocardial hypertrophy.It can also lead to serious consequences,such as sudden death.But the genetic and clinical heterogeneity makes the early diagnosis of PS difficult.Here we studied a family with familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and other diverse manifestations.Gene analysis identified a missense mutation(Arg302Gln)in the five affected subjects of the family.The electrocardiograph performance of the five was composed of sinus bradycardia(SB),WPWs,right bundle branch block(RBBB),atrioventricular block(AVB),left bundle branch block(LBBB),supraventricular tachycardia(SVT)and atrial premature beat(APB).Among them,the youngest one began to show paroxysmal palpitation at the age of nine and was confirmed to have WPWs at 17 years old;two members progressed over time to serious conduction damage,and the proband received a pacemaker at the age of 27 due to AVB.Besides,according to cardiac magnetic resonance and echocardiography,the youngest one showed symmetric hypertrophy;three older members showed asymmetric myocardial hypertrophy characterized with a diffuse pattern of middle-anterior-lateral-inferior wall hypertrophy and especially interventricular septal hypertrophy;all five affected patients showed atrial enlargement regardless of myocardial hypertrophy at an earlier stage.In conclusion,the conduction system disorder,familial atrial enlargement and symmetric cardiac hypertrophy may occur in the early stage of PRKAG2 R302Q mutation.展开更多
The self-excited oscillation effect produces a continuous periodic pulsation without an external excitation source.It is widely used in fluid heat and mass transfer,cavitation and resistance reduction,and other relate...The self-excited oscillation effect produces a continuous periodic pulsation without an external excitation source.It is widely used in fluid heat and mass transfer,cavitation and resistance reduction,and other related fields.The self-excited oscillation effect is significantly influenced by the vortex structure created by the jet passing through the specially designed cavity.The flow field in a self-excited oscillation cavity is simulated in this paper using the large eddy simulation(LES)method.The Liutex-Omega([Math Processing Error])method is used to analyze the vortex structure’s evolution inside the cavity and is contrasted with the Q-criterion,the λ_(2)-criterion,and the Omega(Ω)method.The studies indicate that the[Math Processing Error]method is less sensitive to threshold selection compared with other methods,while it is more capable of identifying weak vortices.The change in cavity vortex structure can be devided into the four stages of vortex ring priming,growth and development,wall touch separation,and fragmentation.The turbulent energy generated by shear effect can promote the growth and development of the vortex ring structure and has an important influence on the formation of the vortex ring structure.The vortex strength reveals the interaction mechanism between the shear effect and vortex rings.The vortex core area illustrates that the small-scale vortices are mainly distributed inside the collision walls of the cavity and the downstream flow channel.The Liutex-omega method has unique advantages in analyzing the cavity flow field and revealing the mechanism of self-excited oscillations.展开更多
Background:In recent years,norepinephrine has attracted increasing attention for the management of maternal hypotension during elective cesarean section with spinal anesthesia.Intermittent bolus is a widely used admin...Background:In recent years,norepinephrine has attracted increasing attention for the management of maternal hypotension during elective cesarean section with spinal anesthesia.Intermittent bolus is a widely used administration paradigm for vasopressors in obstetric anesthesia in China.Thus,in this randomized,double-blinded study,we compared the efficacy and safety of equivalent bolus norepinephrine and phenylephrine for rescuing maternal post-spinal hypotension.Methods:In a tertiary women’s hospital in Nanjing,China,102 women were allocated with computer derived randomized number to receive prophylactic 8 mg norepinephrine(group N;n=52)or 100 mg phenylephrine(group P;n=50)immediately post-spinal anesthesia,followed by an extra bolus of the same dosage until delivery whenever maternal systolic blood pressure became lower than 80%of the baseline.Our primary outcome was standardized maternal cardiac output(CO)reading from spinal anesthesia until delivery analyzed by a two-step method.Other hemodynamic parameters related to vasopressor efficacy and safety were considered as secondary outcomes.Maternal side effects and neonatal outcomes were collected as well.Results:Compared to group P,women in groupNhad a higherCO(standardizedCO5.8±0.9 vs.5.3±1.0 L/min,t=2.37,P=0.02)and stroke volume(SV,standardized SV 73.6±17.2 vs.60.0±13.3 mL,t=4.52,P<0.001),and a lower total peripheral resistance(875±174 vs.996±182 dyne·s/cm5,t=3.44,P<0.001).Furthermore,the incidence of bradycardia was lower in group N than in group P(2%vs.14%,P=0.023),along with an overall higher standardized heart rate(78.8±11.6 vs.75.0±7.3 beats/min,P=0.049).Other hemodynamics,as well as maternal side effects and neonatal outcomes,were similar in two groups(P>0.05).Conclusions:Compared to equivalent phenylephrine,intermittent bolus norepinephrine provides a greater CO for management of maternal hypotension during elective cesarean section with spinal anesthesia;however,no obvious maternal or neonatal clinical advantages were observed for norepinephrine.展开更多
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12035017)Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS(No.2023014)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Nos.2020A1515010360 and 2022B1515120032).
文摘Nondestructive and noninvasive neutron assays are essential applications of neutron techniques.Neutron resonance transmission analysis(NRTA)is a powerful nondestructive method for investigating the elemental composition of an object.The back-streaming neutron line(Back-n)is a newly built time-of-flight facility at the China Spallation Neutron Source(CSNS)that provides neutrons in the eV to 300 MeV range.A feasibility study of the NRTA method for nuclide identification was conducted at the CSNS Back-n via two test experiments.The results demonstrate that it is feasible to identify different elements and isotopes in samples using the NRTA method at Back-n.This study reveals its potential future applications.
基金supported by the Youth Talent Program of China National Nuclear Corporationthe Continuous-Support Basic Scientific Research Project(BJ010261223282)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.11790321)the Research and development project of China National Nuclear Corporation。
文摘The back-streaming white-neutron beamline(Back-n)of the China Spallation Neutron Source is an essential neutronresearch platform built for the study of nuclear data,neutron physics,and neutron applications.Many types of cross-sectional neutron-reaction measurements have been performed at Back-n since early 2018.These measurements have shown that a significant number of gamma rays can be transmitted to the experimental stations of Back-n along with the neutron beam.These gamma rays,commonly referred to as in-beam gamma rays,can induce a non-negligible experimental background in neutron-reaction measurements.Studying the characteristics of in-beam gamma rays is important for understanding the experimental background.However,measuring in-beam gamma rays is challenging because most gamma-ray detectors are sensitive to neutrons;thus,discriminating between neutron-induced signals and those from in-beam gamma rays is difficult.In this study,we propose the use of the black resonance filter method and a CeBr_(3) scintillation detector to measure the characteristics of the in-beam gamma rays of Back-n.Four types of black resonance filters,^(181)Ta,^(59)Co,^(nat)Ag,and^(nat)Cd,were used in this measurement.The time-of-flight(TOF)technique was used to select the detector signals remaining in the absorption region of the TOF spectra,which were mainly induced by in-beam gamma rays.The energy distribution and flux of the in-beam gamma rays of Back-n were determined by analyzing the deposited energy spectra of the CeBr_(3) scintillation detector and using Monte Carlo simulations.Based on the results of this study,the background contributions from in-beam gamma rays in neutron-reaction measurements at Back-n can be reasonably evaluated,which is beneficial for enhancing both the experimental methodology and data analysis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.11675155,11790321,and 12075216)the National Key Research and Development Plan(No.2016YFA0401603).
文摘The ^(232)Th(n,f)cross section is very important in basic nuclear physics and applications based on the Th/U fuel cycle.Using the time-of-flight method and a multi-cell fast-fission ionization chamber,a novel measurement of the^(232)Th(n,f)cross sec-tion relative to^(235)U in the 1–200 MeV range was performed at the China Spallation Neutron Source Back-n white neutron source(Back-n).The fission event-neutron energy spectra of^(232)Th and^(235)U fission cells were measured in the single-bunch mode.Corrected 232Th/235U fission cross-sectional ratios were obtained,and the measurement uncertainties were 2.5–3.7%for energies in the 2–20 MeV range and 3.6–6.2%for energies in the 20–200 MeV range.The^(232)Th(n,f)cross section was obtained by introducing the standard cross section of^(235)U(n,f).The results were compared with those of previous theoreti-cal calculations,measurements,and evaluations.The measured 232Th fission cross section agreed with the main evaluation results in terms of the experimental uncertainty,and 232Th fission resonances were observed in the 1–3 MeV range.The present results provide^(232)Th(n,f)cross-sectional data for the evaluation and design of Th/U cycle nuclear systems.
基金supported by NSFC Joint Research Fund for Hong Kong and Macao Young Scholars(No.30928012)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81071634,81172582,and 30801344)Shenzhen Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(No.JC201005270328A)
文摘Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma(ESCC) is a prevalent and fatal cancer in China and other Asian countries.Epigenetic silencing of key tumor suppressor genes(TSGs) is critical to ESCC initiation and progression.Recently,many novel TSGs silenced by promoter methylation have been identified in ESCC,and these genes further serve as potential tumor markers for high-risk group stratification,early detection,and prognosis prediction.This review summarizes recent discoveries on aberrant promoter methylation of TSGs in ESCC,providing better understanding of the role of disrupted epigenetic regulation in tumorigenesis and insight into diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for this malignancy.
基金This work was jointly supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2016YFA0401600)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.11235012 and 12035017)+1 种基金the CSNS Engineering Projectthe Back-n Collaboration Consortium fund。
文摘Back-streaming neutrons from the spallation target of the China Spallation Neutron Source(CSNS)that emit through the incoming proton channel were exploited to build a white neutron beam facility(the so-called Back-n white neutron source),which was completed in March 2018.The Back-n neutron beam is very intense,at approximately 29107 n/cm2/s at 55 m from the target,and has a nominal proton beam with a power of 100 kW in the CSNS-I phase and a kinetic energy of 1.6 GeV and a thick tungsten target in multiple slices with modest moderation from the cooling water through the slices.In addition,the excellent energy spectrum spanning from 0.5 eV to 200 MeV,and a good time resolution related tothe time-of-flight measurements make it a typical white neutron source for nuclear data measurements;its overall performance is among that of the best white neutron sources in the world.Equipped with advanced spectrometers,detectors,and application utilities,the Back-n facility can serve wide applications,with a focus on neutron-induced cross-sectional measurements.This article presents an overview of the neutron beam characteristics,the experimental setups,and the ongoing applications at Backn.
基金supported by grants from Hong Kong RGC (GRF #473908 and #475009)National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 81071634)
文摘Nasopharyngeal carcinoma(NPC) is a malignancy with remarkable ethnic and geographic distribution in southern China and Southeast Asia.Alternative to genetic changes,aberrant epigenetic events disrupt multiple genes involved in cell signaling pathways through DNA methylation of promoter CpG islands and/or histone modifications.These epigenetic alterations grant cell growth advantage and contribute to the initiation and progression of NPC.In this review,we summarize the epigenetic deregulation of cell signaling in NPC tumorigenesis and highlight the importance of identifying epigenetic cell signaling regulators in NPC research.Developing pharmacologic strategies to reverse the epigenetic-silencing of cell signaling regulators might thus be useful to NPC prevention and therapy.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Plan(No.2016YFA0401603)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.11675155)
文摘To verify the performance of the neutron total cross-sectional spectrometer, the neutron total cross section of carbon is initially measured in the energy range of 1 eV to 20 MeV using the time-of-flight method. The measurement is performed at the Back-n white neutron source with a 76-m time-of-flight path using the China Spallation Neutron Source. A multilayer fast fission chamber with 235U and 238U is employed as the neutron detector. The diameter and thickness of the natural graphite sample are 70 mm and 40 mm, respectively. Signal waveforms are collected using a data acquisition system. Off-line data processing was used to obtain the neutron time-of-flight spectra and transmissions. The uncertainty of the counting statistics is generally approximately 3% for each bin in the energy range of 1–20 MeV. It is determined that the results for the neutron total cross section of carbon obtained using ^235U cells are in good agreement with the results obtained using 238U cells within limits of statistical uncertainty. Moreover, the measured total cross sections show good agreement with the broadening evaluated data.
基金Projects(2016YFB0301001,2016YFB0301101)supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of ChinaProject(51801004)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China+1 种基金Project(KM201710005005)supported by Beijing Municipal Education Commission,ChinaProjects(2172013,2192006)supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation,China
文摘An extruded Mg-4Zn-0.2Mn-0.2Ca alloy was developed as potential biodegradable bone-plate due to its excellent biocompatibility.Long term in vitro immersion in Hank’s solution and bending test were used to evaluate the degradability and the mechanical integrity of the alloy.The results revealed that the degradation rate of the bone-plate increased in the first 7 days and then decreased with the prolonged immersion time before it finally reached a steady stage(about 0.84 mm/a)after immersion for 90 days.The bending strength after immersion for 60 days was 67.6 MPa,indicating that the bone-plate could support certain mechanical load after long term degradation.The formation of corrosion pits after degradation stemmed from the separation of the continuously distributed second phases from Mg matrix under the action of micro-galvanic couples.As a result,the mechanical performance of Mg-4Zn-0.2Mn-0.2Ca alloy was aggravated owing to the corrosion holes on its surface.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(No.#81072148,#81071634and#30928012)Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing(No.2010BB5101)Shenzhen Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(No.JC201005270328A)
文摘Breast cancer is a complex disease driven by multiple factors including both genetic and epigenetic alterations.Recent studies revealed that abnormal gene expression induced by epigenetic changes,including aberrant promoter methylation and histone modification,plays a critical role in human breast carcinogenesis.Silencing of tumor suppressor genes(TSGs) by promoter CpG methylation facilitates cells growth and survival advantages and further results in tumor initiation and progression,thus directly contributing to breast tumorigenesis.Usually,aberrant promoter methylation of TSGs,which can be reversed by pharmacological reagents,occurs at the early stage of tumorigenesis and therefore may serve as a potential tumor marker for early diagnosis and therapeutic targeting of breast cancer.In this review,we summarize the epigenetic changes of multiple TSGs involved in breast pathogenesis and their potential clinical applications as tumor markers for early detection and treatment of breast cancer.
文摘Lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma is a rare type of gastric cancer characterized by a carcinoma with intense stromal lymphocytic infiltration. Although lymphocytic infiltration is closely associated with EpsteinBarr virus(EBV) infection, concomitant occurrence with differentiated adenocarcinoma is relatively rare. The clinical manifestations of lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma(including EBV-positive and-negative forms) are similar to those of gastric cancer, and the diagnosis is based on pathologic, histologic, and immunohistochemical findings. This report describes the case of a 55-year-old female patient who presented with a 10-year history of recurrent and worsening abdominal pain and melena that had been occurring for 2 mo. An ulcerative lesion was detected in the stomach by endoscopic examination, which raised suspicion of early gastric cancer. A subsequent preoperative endoscopic biopsy showed adenocarcinoma, but the postoperative pathologic, histologic, and immunohistochemical analyses of the resected specimen revealed a final diagnosis of lymphoepithelioma-like gastric carcinoma.
基金Project(2142005)supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation,ChinaProject(51401005)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China+2 种基金Project(KM201410005014)supported by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Education,ChinaProject(2015-RX-L11)supported by the Ri Xin Talents Plan of Beijing University of Technology,ChinaProject(009000514316007)supported by the Advanced Medical Instruments of Beijing University of Technology,China
文摘The hot deformation behaviors of as-solution Mg?xZn?yEr alloys (x/y=6, x=3.0, 4.5 and 6.0; y=0.50, 0.75 and 1.00) wereinvestigated on Gleeble?1500 thermal simulator in a temperature range of 200?450 °C at a strain rate of 0.001?1 s?1. The truestress?strain curves showed the dynamic competition between the working hardening and working softening mainly due to thedynamic recrystallization (DRX) occurring during hot compression. The constitutive equations were constructed which couldaccurately predict the peak stress of the alloys. The addition of Zn and/or Er resulted in higher deformation activation energy forMg?3Zn?0.5Er (alloy A). The processing maps were constructed as function of the temperature and the strain rate, providing theoptimum hot working conditions (i.e., at strain of 0.3, Mg?3Zn?0.5Er (alloy A): 380?430 ?C, <0.1 s?1; Mg?4.5Zn?0.75Er (alloy B):380?450 ?C, 0.01?0.1 s?1; Mg?6Zn?1Er (alloy C): 390?440 ?C, 0.01?0.1 s?1). The as-solution treated Mg?4.5Zn?0.75Er (alloy B)demonstrated more optimum hot working window comparing with Mg?3Zn?0.5Er (alloy A) and Mg?6Zn?1Er (alloy C).
基金Project(2016YFB0301101)supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of ChinaProject(Z161100002116033)supported by Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission,China+1 种基金Project(KZ201810005005)supported by Key Science and Technology Program of Beijing Municipal Commission of Education,ChinaProject(2172013)supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation,China
文摘The microstructure evolution and strengthening mechanisms of Mg-10Gd-1Er-1Zn-0.6Zr(wt.%) alloy were focused in the view of the size parameters and volume fraction(fp) of dual phases(long period stacking ordered(LPSO) structures and β’ precipitates).Results show that two types of LPSO phases with different morphologies formed,and the morphology and size of both LPSO phases varied with the solution conditions.However,the volume fraction decreased monotonously with increasing solution temperature,which in turn raised the volume fraction of β’ phase during aging.The alloy exhibited an ultimate tensile strength of 352 MPa,a yield strength of 271 MPa,and an elongation of 3.5% after solution treatment at 500℃ for 12 h and aging at 200℃ for 114 h.In contrast to the LPSO phase,the β’ phase seems to play a more important role in enhancing the yield strength,and consequently,a decreased fLPSO/fβ’,ratio results in an increased yield strength.
基金Project(51401005)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(2172013,2164055)supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation,China+1 种基金Project(2016YFB0301101-1)supported by the National Key Research and Development Program,ChinaProject(2015-RX-L11)supported by Ti Xin Talents Plan of Beijing University of Technology,China
文摘The effects of kinds of secondary phases on texture and mechanical properties of Mg-Zn-Er alloys were investigated. The results suggest that the I-phase has a great effect on modification of the texture via the discontinuous dynamic recrystallization mechanism（DDRX）, which tends to form well-developed equiaxed recrystallized grains. Meanwhile, the W-phase plays an important role in refining the grain size via continuous dynamic recrystallization（CDRX）, companied with a higher maximum texture intensity. Thus, the Mg-6Zn-1 Er alloy containing I-phase shows a performance of higher elongation of 20.4%. The Mg-2Zn-2Er alloy including W-phase displays a better tensile strength, and the yield strength（YS） is about 247 MPa.
基金Project(2172013)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Beijing,ChinaProject(2016YFB0301101)supported by the National Key Research and Development Program,ChinaProject(KZ201810005005)supported by Key Science and Technology Program of Beijing Municipal Commission of Education,China
文摘The microstructure and texture evolutions in Mg-Zn-Er alloy during hot compression were investigated by using opticalmicroscope （OM）, field emission scanning electron microscope （EBSD） and transmission electron microscope （TEM）. The resultsindicate that the temperature plays an important role in dynamic recrystallization （DRX） mechanism. The twin dynamicrecrystallization （TDRX） is induced at a strain of 0.6 because of the activation of non-basal slip （a＋c ） dislocations at 200 ℃.Meanwhile, the continuous DRX （CDRX） occurs at 350℃, which is identified by the typical necklace-like structure around theresidual initial grains. The DRX contributes to the modification of texture significantly. The tension twins are responsible for theweak texture at 200 ℃. Meanwhile, the decrease in the basal texture is ascribed to the DRX sites which transfer from twinboundaries to initial grain boundaries as the temperature is increased from 200 to 350 ℃.
文摘Aim： To investigate the methylation status of the deleted in azoospermia 1（DAZ1） gene promoter region in different cell types. Methods： Using CpG island Searcher software, a CpG island was found in the promoter region of the DAZ1 gene. The methylation status of this region was analyzed in sperm and leukocytes by bisulfited sequencing. Results： The methylation status of the CpG island in the DAZ1 gene promoter region differed in leukocytes and sperm： it was methylated in leukocytes, but unmethylated in sperm. Conclusion： A differentially methylated region of the DAZ1 gene exists in spermatic and somatic cells, suggesting that methylation of this region may regulate DAZ1 gene expression in different tissues. （Asian J Androl 2006 Jan; 8：61-67 ）
基金the financial supports from Beijing Natural Science Foundation, China (2172013)the National Key Research and Development Program, China (2016YFB0301101)。
文摘The corrosion behaviors and mechanism of the as-rolled Mg-x Zn-0.5Er(x=0.5, 2.0, 3.0 and 4.0, in wt.%)alloys were investigated. The potential difference between the second phase and matrix was determined by the type and size of the second phases. The dominated nano-scale W-phase on matrix in the Mg-0.5Zn-0.5Er alloy induced a sharp local pitting corrosion. However, as the volume fraction of the coarse W-phase or I-phase increased, the corrosion reaction was inclined to happen around the coarse W-phase or I-phase preferentially, leading to an obvious uniform corrosion and great acceleration of corrosion rate. The long-term immersion(14 d) results indicated that the corrosion resistance decreasing sequence was Mg-0.5Zn-0.5Er > Mg-2.0Zn-0.5Er > Mg-3.0Zn-0.5Er > Mg-4.0Zn-0.5Er.
文摘PRKAG2 cardiac syndrome(PS)is a rare inherited disease due to PRKAG2 gene mutation and characterized by Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome(WPWs),conduction system lesions and myocardial hypertrophy.It can also lead to serious consequences,such as sudden death.But the genetic and clinical heterogeneity makes the early diagnosis of PS difficult.Here we studied a family with familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and other diverse manifestations.Gene analysis identified a missense mutation(Arg302Gln)in the five affected subjects of the family.The electrocardiograph performance of the five was composed of sinus bradycardia(SB),WPWs,right bundle branch block(RBBB),atrioventricular block(AVB),left bundle branch block(LBBB),supraventricular tachycardia(SVT)and atrial premature beat(APB).Among them,the youngest one began to show paroxysmal palpitation at the age of nine and was confirmed to have WPWs at 17 years old;two members progressed over time to serious conduction damage,and the proband received a pacemaker at the age of 27 due to AVB.Besides,according to cardiac magnetic resonance and echocardiography,the youngest one showed symmetric hypertrophy;three older members showed asymmetric myocardial hypertrophy characterized with a diffuse pattern of middle-anterior-lateral-inferior wall hypertrophy and especially interventricular septal hypertrophy;all five affected patients showed atrial enlargement regardless of myocardial hypertrophy at an earlier stage.In conclusion,the conduction system disorder,familial atrial enlargement and symmetric cardiac hypertrophy may occur in the early stage of PRKAG2 R302Q mutation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51875419)This work was supported by the Open Foundation of the State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems,Zhe Jiang University(Grant No.GZKF-202122).
文摘The self-excited oscillation effect produces a continuous periodic pulsation without an external excitation source.It is widely used in fluid heat and mass transfer,cavitation and resistance reduction,and other related fields.The self-excited oscillation effect is significantly influenced by the vortex structure created by the jet passing through the specially designed cavity.The flow field in a self-excited oscillation cavity is simulated in this paper using the large eddy simulation(LES)method.The Liutex-Omega([Math Processing Error])method is used to analyze the vortex structure’s evolution inside the cavity and is contrasted with the Q-criterion,the λ_(2)-criterion,and the Omega(Ω)method.The studies indicate that the[Math Processing Error]method is less sensitive to threshold selection compared with other methods,while it is more capable of identifying weak vortices.The change in cavity vortex structure can be devided into the four stages of vortex ring priming,growth and development,wall touch separation,and fragmentation.The turbulent energy generated by shear effect can promote the growth and development of the vortex ring structure and has an important influence on the formation of the vortex ring structure.The vortex strength reveals the interaction mechanism between the shear effect and vortex rings.The vortex core area illustrates that the small-scale vortices are mainly distributed inside the collision walls of the cavity and the downstream flow channel.The Liutex-omega method has unique advantages in analyzing the cavity flow field and revealing the mechanism of self-excited oscillations.
文摘Background:In recent years,norepinephrine has attracted increasing attention for the management of maternal hypotension during elective cesarean section with spinal anesthesia.Intermittent bolus is a widely used administration paradigm for vasopressors in obstetric anesthesia in China.Thus,in this randomized,double-blinded study,we compared the efficacy and safety of equivalent bolus norepinephrine and phenylephrine for rescuing maternal post-spinal hypotension.Methods:In a tertiary women’s hospital in Nanjing,China,102 women were allocated with computer derived randomized number to receive prophylactic 8 mg norepinephrine(group N;n=52)or 100 mg phenylephrine(group P;n=50)immediately post-spinal anesthesia,followed by an extra bolus of the same dosage until delivery whenever maternal systolic blood pressure became lower than 80%of the baseline.Our primary outcome was standardized maternal cardiac output(CO)reading from spinal anesthesia until delivery analyzed by a two-step method.Other hemodynamic parameters related to vasopressor efficacy and safety were considered as secondary outcomes.Maternal side effects and neonatal outcomes were collected as well.Results:Compared to group P,women in groupNhad a higherCO(standardizedCO5.8±0.9 vs.5.3±1.0 L/min,t=2.37,P=0.02)and stroke volume(SV,standardized SV 73.6±17.2 vs.60.0±13.3 mL,t=4.52,P<0.001),and a lower total peripheral resistance(875±174 vs.996±182 dyne·s/cm5,t=3.44,P<0.001).Furthermore,the incidence of bradycardia was lower in group N than in group P(2%vs.14%,P=0.023),along with an overall higher standardized heart rate(78.8±11.6 vs.75.0±7.3 beats/min,P=0.049).Other hemodynamics,as well as maternal side effects and neonatal outcomes,were similar in two groups(P>0.05).Conclusions:Compared to equivalent phenylephrine,intermittent bolus norepinephrine provides a greater CO for management of maternal hypotension during elective cesarean section with spinal anesthesia;however,no obvious maternal or neonatal clinical advantages were observed for norepinephrine.
