With the development of space exploration,high performance extravehicular activity(EVA) space suit portable life support system(PLSS) is expected.In this paper,the research progress of PLSS for EVA is introduced.The techniques of CO2 removal system and H2O removal system are key parts of PLSS.These concepts are compared and analyzed.Prospects of development of PLSS are proposed.Those mature,reliable techniques should be adopted for our country.Regenerative PLSS facilities should be investigated simultaneously.

Objective To provide a more accurate calculation method for design of condensing heat exchanger (CHX) through an in depth discussion about working conditions of the CHX commonly used in temperature and humidity control system of manned spacecraft.Methods With difference of the simplified configuration of CHX,a mathematical model was given.Specifically,the log-mean temperature difference (LMTD) method was used in dry conditions,while in wet conditions mass and energy conservation equations were used.The set of equations of the model were solved by using the shooting method provided by Matlab/Simulink program.Results The results of working conditions and the performance of heat transfer and dehumidification of CHX were determined.Analysis showed that the simulation model could evaluate performance of the CHX in different work conditions reasonably and the results were close to the physical phenomenon.Conclusion The simulation models are of significance for design and optimization of CHX both in manned spacecraft temperature and humidity control system and in aircraft environmental control system.

Background Researches showed that the mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis and autophagy play an important role in the survival of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) in glaucoma.However,whether high pressure will lead to mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis and autophagy is not elucidated.Objective This study was conducted to explore whether elevated pressure can directly induce the mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis and autophagy in cultured RGC-5 cells in vitro.Methods RGC-5 cells were exposed to self-made pressure device and treated by 0,20,40 and 60 mmHg pressure for four hours in pressurized bottles.RGC-5 cells were incubated simultaneously in sealed incubator bottles and served as normal control.The morphological changes of the cells were examined under the inverted phase-contrast microscope.The apoptosis percentages of the cells were detected by flow cytometry.Mitochondrial membrane potentials of the cells were assessed using the JC-1,a fluorescent dye.And the expressions of cytochrome C (Cyt-c),microtubule associated protein light chain 3 (LC3) and Beclin-1 protein in the cells was detected by Western blot.Results Cultured cells showed fusiform shape in the normal control group and 0 mmHg group with more dendritic process.The cell density was obviously reduced and the number of dead cells was increased in the 20,40 and 60 mmHg groups.The apoptotic percentage was (15.69 ± 0.77)％,(15.77 ± 1.14)％,(18.30± 1.07) ％,(23.28 ± 1.33)％ and (34.47± 1.17)％ in the normal control group and 0,20,40 and 60 mmHg groups,respectively,showing a significant intergroup difference (F =150.90,P＜0.001),and the apoptotic percentage in the 40 mmHg group and 60 mmHg group was significantly increased in comparison with the normal control group (both at P＜0.01).The mitochondrial membrane potential was high in the normal control group and 0 mmHg group,with the reddish fluorescence in the cells,and the reddish fluorescence was weakened in the 20 mmHg group and 40 mmHg group.The lowing of mitochondrial membrane potential was seen in the 60 mmHg group,with the green fluorescence.Compared with the normal control group,the expression of Cyt-c,LC3-Ⅱ and Beclin-1 proteins in pressured groups was correspondingly increased (all at P＜0.05).Conclusions Elevated pressure induces the morphologic change of RGC-5 cells,results in mitochondrial membrane potential reduction and mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis and autophagy.

[Objective] To establish the contents determining means of baicalin in Jinchaihuang granules.[Methods] Baicalin was carried out by HPLC.[Results] Baicalin showed a good linear relatiaoship at a range of 0.157~1.256?g,r=0.9997.The average recovery was 101.31%,and RSD was 1.26%.[Conclusion]The methods are accurate and quick,and can be used for the quality control of Gujingdan granules.

China ; Developed Countries ; Insurance, Health ; Occupational Health

Adolescent ; Electrocardiography ; Female ; Humans ; Myocarditis ; complications ; physiopathology ; Tachycardia, Ventricular ; etiology ; physiopathology

Animals ; DNA Methylation ; Epigenesis, Genetic ; Histones ; metabolism ; Humans ; Neoplasms ; genetics ; pathology ; Neoplastic Stem Cells ; metabolism ; pathology ; RNA, Untranslated

Objective To observe the clinical efficacy ofXing Nao Kai Qiao (brain awakening and orifice opening) Needling plus mountain-burning fire manipulation in treating post-stroke limb numbness.Method Eighty patients with post-stroke limb numbness were randomized into a treatment group and a control group, 40 cases in each group. The treatment group was intervened byXing Nao Kai Qiao needling plus mountain-burning fire manipulation, while the control group was byXing Nao Kai Qiao needling alone. The sensory function and motor function (Fugl-Meyer Assessment, FMA), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Barthel Index (BI) were observed before and after intervention.Result The component scores of FMA (motor function, sensory function, range of motion, and joint pain intensity), NIHSS scores, and BI scores were significantly changed respectively after 1 and 2 treatment courses in both groups (P<0.05). The component scores of FMA, NIHSS scores, and BI scores after 2 treatment course were significantly different from that after 1 treatment course in both groups (P<0.05). After 2 treatment courses, the sensory function score, joint pain intensity in the treatment group were significantly different from that in the control group (P<0.05).ConclusionXing Nao Kai Qiaoneedling plus mountain-burning fire manipulation is an effective method in treating post-stroke limb numbness.

This study was designed to validate the correlation between integrated pharmacokinetic and therapeutic effects of alkaloids using bile processed Rhizoma Coptidis (BRC). Rats were divided into three groups: normal, disease model, model+BRC. Rats were induced to have an excessive heat syndrome. Rectal temperatures were collected at 0, 3, 6 and 9 h after single oral administration of the drugs. The plasma concentrations of three alkaloids were quantified at different times by UPLC-MS/MS after the administration of BRC. An approach of self-defined weighting coefficiency was created to the holistic pharmacokinetic profiles of alkaloids in BRC. The classified and integrated synthetic concentrations were obtained, and then the pharmacokinetic parameters of alkaloids were calculated from non-compartmental model analysis. The potential relationship between the integrated mean concentration of alkaloids and the antifebrile efficacy was investigated. The holistic t(max) of alkaloids was 1.11 h, the antifebrile effect of BRC at 3 h was improved over the model group. Double peaking appeared in the integrated blood concentration-time curve, the second t(max) of alkaloids was 4.82 h. The antifebrile effects of BRC at 3-6 h were significant, and the antifebrile effects at 6-9 h was decreased significantly. Dynamic variation of alkaloids of BRC in the body exhibited the similarity to the pattern of its antifebrile effect.

[Objective]To examine the effects of fast setting calcium phosphate scaffold on human mesenchymal stem cells(MSCs) adhesion and proliferation.[Method]Scaffolds were self-hardened in molds.Three ml human bone marrow aspirates,taken form the iliac crest of normal donors were suspended in low glucose DMEM supplemented with 10% fetal bovine serum.Atfer 72 hours the nonadherent cells were removed by changing medium,and the adherent layer cultured until it reached 80% conference.Cultured cells at passage 3 were used for the experiments.MSCs were seeded on calcium phosphate scaffold.The cell-scaffold constructs were cultured with complete media for 1 week.Scanning electron microscope(SEM)and the terazolium-based colorimetric assay(MTT test)examinations were performed.[Result]When cells were cultured in scaffolds in vitro,the number of cells on scaffold increased with time.SEM showed that the scaffold had a three-dimensional interconnected pore structure.The cells appeared to infiltrate into the macropores of the scaffold and the extracellular matrix components were observed.[Conclusion]This study demonstrates that the fast setting calcium phosphate scaffold has good biocompatibility,cells are able to adhere and proliferate on scaffold specimens,and it is a good substrate candidate for tissue engineered bone substitute.