Zika virus(ZIKV)is a mosquito-borne flavivirus associated with neurological complications such as Limbari syndrome in adults and microcephaly in newborns.As there are no drugs or preventive vaccines available to specifically treat ZIKV infection,there is an urgent need to take comprehensive measures to prevent and control ZIKV infection and stop its spread.In this paper,we reviewed the structure and function of ZIKV gene and protein,and summarized the progress in the development of virus-targeting anti-ZIKV drug candidates through high-throughput screening and drug relocation,and summarized the mechanism of action of virus and host cell targeting drug candidates.The research and development trend of small molecule antiviral drugs in the future is prospected,which provides reference for promoting the research and development of new anti-ZIKV drugs.

Objective To investigate the effect of Mysm1 on the differentiation of neural stem cells(NSCs)into astrocytes and the possible mechanism.Methods NSCs were prepared from E12.5 cortices of wild-type C57BL/6 mice,cultured in vitro and induced to differentiate into astrocytes.Immunofluorescence staining,real-time quantitative PCR and Western blot assay were used to detect the expressions of Mysm1 during the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes in vitro.Lentivirus was used to knock down Mysm1 expressions in NSCs before real-time quantitative PCR and Western blot assay were used to detect the knockdown efficiency.Immunofluorescence staining and Western blot assay were used to compare the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes before and after Mysm1 knockdown in vitro.Transcriptomics was adopted to detect the differential gene after knockdown of Mysm1 in NSCs in vitro.Western blot assay was used to verify the changes of proteins associated with the differential gene.Cut-Tag was used to detect the enrichment of Mysm1 in the promoter region of glial fibrillary acidic protein(GFAP)genes during the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes in vitro.After overexpression of GFAP following knockdown of Mysm1,immunofluorescence staining and Western blot assay were used to compare the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes before and after overexpression in vitro.Results The expression of Mysm1 was gradually increased when NSCs were induced to differentiate into astrocytes in vitro.Mysm1 knockdown inhibited the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes in vitro.Mysm1 affected the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes by regulating the expression of GFAP.Overexpression of GFAP after Mysm1 knockdown partially rescued the ability of NSCs to differentiate into astrocytes.Conclusion Mysm1 regulates the differentiation of NSCs into astrocytes by epigenetically controlling GFAP transcription.

Objective To establish an auxiliary method for diagnosis of mild traumatic brain injury based on serum GFAP rapid detection test strips using immunochromatographic technology labeled with quantum dot microspheres.Methods The quantum dot microspheres were coupled with GFAP antibodies.The detection conditions were optimized to obtain the fluorescence probe in order to prepare the immunochromatographic test strips.An auxiliary diagnostic method was established after optimization of detection conditions.Finally,the auxiliary diagnostic effect of the test strips was evaluated using clinical samples.Results The serum concentration of GFAP could be detected by the optimized test strips within 13 mins with a detection limit of 0.15 ng/mL,and no more than 70μL of the serum sample was required.In addition,good reproducibility was achieved by different batches of test strips(CV=10.7%).The detection sensitivity and specificity of the strips to mild traumatic brain injury using 51 clinical samples were 95.24%and 96.67%respectively,indicating good effects of detection.Conclusion The developed test strips are user-friendly with reliable results,which can facilitate field rapid diagnosis of mild traumatic brain injury in complicated wartime environments.

Cognitive dysfunction,predominantly a consequence of neurodegenerative disorders,is a burgeoning health issue.Odor molecules have the unique ability to circumvent the blood-brain barrier through the olfactory pathway,exerting a direct influence on cognitive-related brain regions including the entorhinal cortex,hippocampus,and amygdala,without transiting through the thalamus.These olfactory molecules,mostly sourced from natural plant essential oils,are character-ized by significant volatility,minimal adverse reactions,and abundant availability.Hence,research into and applications of olfactory stimulation in improving cognitive dysfunction have raised widespread concerns.This article reviews the rela-tionship between the olfactory pathway and cognitive brain regions,and explores the mechanism by which natural plant es-sential oils alleviate cognitive dysfunction through olfactory stimulation in order to provide a reference for improving cogni-tive function via olfactory stimulation.

Objective To study the influence of rosemary essential oil inhalation on the memory of mice experiencing sleep deprivation and to delineate the possible mechanisms involved.Methods C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into four experimental groups in this study:a control group(Con),a control group with rosemary essential oil inhalation(Con+REO),a sleep deprivation group(SD)and a sleep deprivation group with rosemary essential oil inhalation(SD+REO).A 72-hour sleep deprivation model was induced using the multiple platform water environment method,with the Con+REO and SD+REO groups exposed to rosemary essential oil inhalation.Cognitive function was evaluated through Y-maze and novel object recognition tests.The hippocampal tissue was analyzed for superoxide dismutase(SOD)activity and the concentrations of malondialdehyde(MDA)and glutathione(GSH).ELISA was used to determine the levels of norepinephrine(NE),dopamine(DA),and serotonin 5-hydroxytryptamine(5-HT)in the hippocampus.The expression levels of postsynaptic density 95(PSD95)and brain-derived neurotrophic factor(BDNF)in the hippocampus were determined using immunoblotting techniques.Results Compared with the Con and Con+REO groups,the SD group demonstrated a significant reduction in the spontaneous alternation percentage in the Y-maze as well as the novel object recognition index.Additionally,there was a pronounced decrease in hippocampal SOD activity and GSH content,a substantial elevation in MDA levels,and a decrease in the levels of DA,NE,and 5-HT.The expressions of PSD95 and BDNF proteins also decreased.In comparison with the SD group,the SD+REO group exhibited a significant increase in the spontaneous alternation percentage in the Y-maze and the novel object recognition index.There was also a marked increase in hippocampal SOD activity and GSH content,a reduction in MDA levels and elevated levels of NE and DA.Moreover,the expressions of PSD95 and BDNF proteins were upregulated.Conclusion The inhalation of rosemary essential oil enhances the memory of sleep-deprived mice,and the underlying mechanism may involve the mitigation of oxidative stress within the hippocampal tissue,the modulation of neurotransmitter levels,and the facilitation of synaptic plasticity.

The dengue virus,a member of the Flavivirus genus within the Flaviviridae family,is responsible for dengue fever,an acute mosquito-borne infectious disease that can progress to severe forms such as dengue hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome,taking a heavy toll on human health.Despite its impact on global public health,there are currently no specific drugs available that are both safe and effective for the treatment of dengue fever so that the research and development of related drugs are facing huge challenges.This paper not only pointed to the critical importance and urgency of developing antiviral medications,but also reviewed recent advancements in the development of dengue virus inhibitors of two categories:candidate drugs that directly target viral structural and non-structural proteins,and antiviral candidate agents that focus on host receptors.Additionally,this paper provided an overview of the progress in and the mechanisms of various inhibitors in the hope of providing a reference for antiviral drug development and the treatment of dengue fever.

An animal model of hemorrhagic shock is widely applied .It is an important platform to clarify the pathogenic mechanism, develop hemostasis materials , test first aid equipments and filter resuscitation medications .This paper summa-rizes the commonly used animal models of hemorrhagic shock at home and abroad , focusing on animal selection , model cre-ation, influencing factors , and fields of application in order to provide useful reference for model selection and application by medical practitioners and researchers .

Objective To investigate the therapeutic effect of KGF-2 mutants on radiation-induced intestinal mucosal injury.Methods Specific pathogen free (SPF) female C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into 4 groups, which were treated with/without KGF2 mutant and/or bone marrow cell transplantation.All the 4 groups were radiated with one-time whole bodyγ-ray exposure of 12 Gy.Also one untreated group was included as control.The therapeutic effect of recombi-nant human KGF-2 mutants on radiation-induced intestinal mucosal injury was analyzed by the survival rate at the 30th day, the pathological change and the apoptosis as well as autophagy status of small intestine at 72 hours after exposure.Results After irradiation, all the mice in the untreated group died within 9 days while the mice treated with KGF-2 mutant combined with bone marrow cell transplantation showed a 70%survival rate at the 30th day.We also found that intestinal mucosa of the mice in this group had a more intact structure, a higher level of autophagy and a lower level of apoptosis via HE staining and immunohistochemistry.Conclusion KGF-2 mutant has a significant therapeutic effect on radiation-induced intestinal mucosal injury.

Objective To establish a simple and rapid detection technique for Oncomelania infected with Schistosoma japonicum(SJ), with high sensitivity and good specificity .Methods The gene fragment of SJ was amplified by PCR , and cloned into the T-vector to construct positive-reference.An isothermal nucleic acid amplification reaction system for detecting Oncomelania infected with SJ was set up , and its sensitivity was analyzed by detecting positive-reference diluted according to geometric proportion , and its specificity by detecting the genomic DNA of relative samples .Then, a corresponding means of purifying nucleic acid was designed to assemble a reagent detecting Oncomelania infected with SJ . This reagent was validated by detecting Oncomelania samples.Results The 213 bp amplified products were obtained and used to construct recombination T-vector for positive reference .An isothermal nucleic acid amplification reaction system was set up for detecting Oncomelania infected with SJ , and the amplification results could be simply determined by color change, with better sensitivity and specificity .The reagents for detecting Oncomelania infected with SJ were assembled , which could detect samples containing only 1% infected Oncomelania.Conclusion A visible detection method for Oncomelania infected with SJ is successfully established and validated .

Recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA) is a novel isothermal DNA amplification technology first re-ported in 2006 by Piepenburg et al.This technology has been shown to typically work at temperatures ranging from 25 to 43℃and can detect products within 5-20 min.RPA technology requires little instrumentation for the nucleic acid amplifi-cation reaction and can be performed not only in PCR tubes , but also in simple devices′such as paper .Combined with probe-based detection methods or lateral flow dipstick assay , it can perform quantitative or visual detection respectively . RPA is a technology that is potentially ideal for point-of-care diagnosis and disease prevention and control ,characterized by high sensitivity, high efficiency, high specificity and user-friendliness.This paper introduces the advantages and develop-ment of RPA technology in reaction conditions and product detection ,summarizes the current applications of this technolo-gy,and predicts the trend of application of RPA technology in point-of-care diagnosis and disease prevention and control .