1.Role and Mechanism of Glucocorticoid-induced Transcription Factor 1 in Cognitive Dysfunction in Diabetic Mice
Yingrui LIU ; Jiayi WANG ; Yefeng WANG ; Jiahui LUAN ; Yun GU ; Zhongfu ZUO ; Hongdan YU
Journal of Sun Yat-sen University(Medical Sciences) 2025;46(5):826-835
ObjectiveTo explore the protective effect of glucocorticoid-induced transcription factor 1 (GLCCI1) on cognitive dysfunction in diabetic mice and its mechanism. MethodsTwenty-four C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into 4 groups, namely Control, DM, DM+AAV-Glcci1, and DM+AAV-NC. The Control group was intraperitoneally injected with saline, while the other groups were all injected with streptozotocin (STZ). Two weeks after successful modeling, the DM+AAV-Glcci1 group was brain stereotactic injected with Glcci1 overexpressing adeno-associated virus, and the DM+AAV-NC group was stereoscopically injected with the control virus. After 12 weeks, the Morris water maze test was used to evaluate the learning and memory abilities of mice in each group. Subsequently, the localized expression of GLCCI1 in the hippocampus were determined by immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry experiments. The myelin morphology in the hippocampus was observed by LFB staining, the neuronal morphology was observed by Nissl staining, and the myelin-related proteins MBP and CNPase were stained by immunohistochemistry. Molecular docking was used to predict the interaction between GLCCI1 and HSPA5. The expression of endoplasmic reticulum stress-related proteins was detected by Western blot. ResultsThe results of the behavioral experiment showed that compared with the mice in the Control group, DM mice exhibited obvious cognitive dysfunction behaviors (P<0.000 1), and the learning and memory abilities of mice improved after overexpression of Glcci1 (P=0.000 7). The results of immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry showed that GLCCI1 was expressed in hippocampal neuron cells. Compared with Control mice, the expression level of GLCCI1 in DM mice was significantly downregulated (P<0.000 1). The molecular docking results revealed that GLCCI1 interacts with HSPA5. The Western blot results indicated that, compared with the Control group, the expression levels of endoplasmic reticulum stress-related proteins HSPA5 (P<0.000 1), ATF4 (P<0.000 1), ATF6 (P=0.001 1), and p-ELF2α/elF2α (P=0.000 1) in the DM group were significantly increased; Compared with the DM group, the expression of the corresponding protein HSPA5 (P<0.000 1), ATF4 (P<0.000 1), ATF6 (P=0.000 2), and p-ELF2α/elF2α (P=0.000 1) was significantly down-regulated after overexpression of Glcci1. LFB staining showed that compared with the Control group, the myelin integrity of DM mice decreased significantly (P=0.010 3), the expressions of myelin-related proteins MBP and CNPase decreased significantly (P=0.000 4, P=0.000 2), and Nissl staining observed disordered neuronal arrangement. Compared with the mice in the DM group, the myelin integrity in the hippocampal region significantly increased after overexpression of Glcci1 (P=0.000 3), the expressions of myelin-related proteins MBP and CNPase significantly increased (P=0.001 4, P=0.000 1), and the ordered arrangement of neurons was observed by Nissl staining. ConclusionThe down-regulation of GLCCI1 expression in hippocampal neurons promotes demyelination of hippocampal neurons and thereby induces diabetic cognitive dysfunction. The specific mechanism may be related to endoplasmic reticulum stress.
2.Factors associated with high level fear of negative evaluation and construction of a risk prediction model among junior high school students
LI Yaxin, LIANG Miaomiao, WANG Shiqi, LIU Yajun, GU Jiayi, CHANG Hongjuan
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(11):1610-1614
Objective:
To analyze the factors associated with high level fear of negative evaluation (FNE) among junior high school students and to construct a nomogram risk prediction model, so as to provide scientific tools for psychological health intervention for junior high school students.
Methods:
A convenience sampling combined with cluster random sampling method was used to select 5 485 junior high school students from 4 cities (Wuhan, Huanggang, Xianning and Xiaogan) for an online questionnaire survey in March 2025. The total sample was randomly split into a training set ( n =3 839) and a validation set ( n =1 646). Univariate analysis was performed in the training set using Chi-square test and t-test. Variables with statistical significance were subsequently included in multivariate Logistic regression to identify independent predictors and to construct a nomogram based risk prediction model. The discriminative ability and clinical utility of the model were evaluated in the validation set using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC), calibration curve, and decision curve analysis (DCA).
Results:
There were 1 649 junior high school students with low level FNE and 2 190 with high level FNE in the training set. The self control ability of junior high school students with lowlevel and high level FNE showed a statistically significant difference (23.96±3.96, 21.48±3.37, t=25.15, P < 0.01 ). Statistically significant differences in the detection rate of high level FNE were observed among junior high school students with different genders, family types, parenting styles, academic rankings, psychological flexibility, mobile phone addiction tendencies, emotional management training, exercise frequency, left behind experiences, and places of origin ( χ 2=82.01- 1 126.68 , all P <0.01). The results of Logistic regression analysis revealed that, the following factors were identified as significant factors influencing high level FNE among junior high school students:exercise frequency ( OR=0.21, 95%CI =0.17-0.26); parenting style ( OR=0.48, 95%CI =0.40-0.58); left behind experience ( OR=3.88, 95%CI =3.27-4.61); smartphone addiction proneness ( OR=2.19, 95%CI =0.89-0.93); self-control ability ( OR=0.91, 95%CI =0.89-0.93); and psychological flexibility ( OR=0.16, 95%CI =0.10-0.28) (all P <0.05). The AUC for the training and validation set were 0.88 (95% CI =0.87-0.89) and 0.87 (95% CI =0.85-0.89), respectively. The Hosmer-Lemeshow goodness of fit test yielded χ 2=8.57, 15.20 (both P >0.05).
Conclusion
The risk prediction model with high level FNE demonstrates good accuracy and can assist educators and parents in timely screening of junior high school students with high level FNE, thereby providing a basis for implementing targeted interventions.
3.Ag2Se nanoparticles suppress growth of murine esophageal cancer allograft in mice by eliminating Porphyromonas gingivalis.
Yali ZHAO ; Jiayi LI ; Bianli GU ; Pan CHEN ; Li ZHANG ; Xiaoman ZHANG ; Pingjuan YANG ; Linlin SHI ; Shegan GAO
Journal of Southern Medical University 2025;45(2):245-253
OBJECTIVES:
To investigate the efficacy of Ag2Se nanoparticles for eliminating intracellular Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) in esophageal cancer and examine the effect of P. gingivalis clearance on progression of esophageal cancer.
METHODS:
Ag2Se nanoparticles were synthesized via a chemical synthesis method. The effects of Ag2Se nanoparticles on P. gingivalis viability and colony-forming ability were assessed using fluorescence staining and colony formation assays. In a mouse model bearing subcutaneous murine esophageal cancer cell allograft with P. gingivalis infection, the effect of treatment with Ag2Se nanoparticles on the abundance of P. gingivalis in the tumor tissues was quantified using RNAscope in situ hybridization and quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), and the changes in tumor volume were monitored. The biosafety of Ag2Se nanoparticles was assessed by examining liver and kidney functions and pathological changes in the major organs of the mice.
RESULTS:
Transmission electron microscopy revealed that the synthesized Ag2Se nanoparticles were uniformly dispersed spherical particles with a diameter around 50 nm. In vitro experiments demonstrated that exposure to Ag2Se nanoparticles significantly reduced the viability and clonal proliferation capacity of P. gingivalis in a dose-dependent manner. In the tumor-bearing mice, treatment with Ag2Se nanoparticles significantly reduced the abundance of P. gingivalis in tumor tissues and suppressed tumor cell proliferation. No significant damages to the liver and kidney functions or the major organs were observed in Ag2Se nanoparticle-treated mice, demonstrating good biocompatibility of Ag2Se nanoparticles.
CONCLUSIONS
Ag2Se nanoparticles exhibit significant bactericidal and inhibitory effects against P. gingivalis, and can effectively eliminate intracellular P. gingivalis to suppress the growth of esophageal cancer allograft in mice, suggesting the potential of Ag2Se nanoparticles in the treatment of esophageal cancer.
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Porphyromonas gingivalis/drug effects*
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Esophageal Neoplasms/pathology*
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Metal Nanoparticles
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Bacteroidaceae Infections
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Cell Line, Tumor
4.Advanced bioanalytical techniques for pharmacokinetic studies of nanocarrier drug delivery systems.
Xiangjun MENG ; Jiayi YAO ; Jingkai GU
Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis 2025;15(1):101070-101070
Significant investment in nanocarrier drug delivery systems (Nano-DDSs) has yielded only a limited number of successfully marketed nanomedicines, highlighting a low rate of clinical translation. A primary contributing factor is the lack of foundational understanding of in vivo processes. Comprehensive knowledge of the pharmacokinetics of Nano-DDSs is essential for developing more efficacious nanomedicines and accurately evaluating their safety and associated risks. However, the complexity of Nano-DDSs has impeded thorough and systematic pharmacokinetic studies. Key components of pharmacokinetic investigations on Nano-DDSs include the analysis of the released drug, the encapsulated drug, and the nanomaterial, which present a higher level of complexity compared to traditional small-molecule drugs. Establishing an appropriate approach for monitoring the pharmacokinetics of Nano-DDSs is crucial for facilitating the clinical translation of nanomedicines. This review provides an overview of advanced bioanalytical methodologies employed in studying the pharmacokinetics of anticancer organic Nano-DDSs over the past five years. We hope that this review will enhance the understanding of the pharmacokinetics of Nano-DDSs and support the advancement of nanomedicines.
5.Mixed urinary incontinence:will urgency and urge urinary incontinence symptoms resolve after RMUS?
Jiayi LI ; Wenxin XU ; Qixiang SONG ; Lei XU ; Yiyuan GU ; Yunyue GUO ; Jieying WANG ; Wei XUE
Journal of Modern Urology 2024;29(8):713-718
Objective To explore the efficacy of retropubic midurethral synthetic sling(RMUS)in relieving urgency and urge urinary incontinence(UUI)symptoms in patients with mixed urinary incontinence(MUI).Methods Clinical data of 44 female MUI patients treated with RMUS during Jan.2018 and Dec.2020 in Shanghai Renji Hospital were retrospectively analyzed.All patients had positive results in stress test and Marshall-Marchetti test before operation,and 27 of them completed ICIQ-FLUTS-LF questionnaire.Urodynamic(UDS)tests suggested that 9 patients(20.5%)presented detrusor overactivity(DO).During RMUS procedure,the tension of the sling was adjusted based on the anatomical landmarks.The postoperative efficacy and improvement of urinary incontinence were analyzed.Results The patients aged(58.59±9.08)years,with a body mass index of 24.71±2.77.Among the 40 patients who completed telephone interview 2 years after surgery,the subjective cure rate was 85.0%(34/40).Among the 27 patients with records of questionnaires before and after surgery,there were significant differences in the incidence of urine leakage[100%(27/27)vs.18.5%(5/27)],stress urinary incontinence(SUI)[100%(27/27)vs.18.5%(5/27)]and UUI[70.4%(19/27)vs.29.6%(8/27)](P<0.05).However,no statistical differences were found regarding nocturia voiding episode(≥1 times),urgency,dysuria,hesitancy,strain to void,intermittent stream and enuresis(P>0.05).Based on preoperative UDS test,there were significant differences regarding the subjective cure rate in patients with or without preoperative DO[55.6%(5/9)vs.93.5%(29/31)],incidence of SUI[66.7%(4/6)vs.4.8%(1/21)],and UUI[66.7%(4/6)vs.19.0%(4/21)](P<0.05),while there was no statistical difference regarding urgency[66.7%(4/6)vs.33.3%(7/21)](P>0.05).Conclusion RMUS is effective in treating MUI patients with positive stress test and Marshall-Marchetti test results,which can relieve SUI and UUI symptoms,but has no effects on urgency symptoms.DO on preoperative urodynamics results in poorer subjective outcomes.
6.Mixed urinary incontinence: can pelvic floor ultrasonography predict the success of retropubic midurethral synthetic sling?
Wenxin XU ; Jiayi LI ; Qixiang SONG ; Lei XU ; Yiyuan GU ; Yunyue GUO ; Xiaowei SUN ; Wei XUE
Journal of Modern Urology 2024;29(12):1069-1073
[Objective] To explore the application of pelvic floor ultrasonography in the treatment of mixed urinary incontinence (MUI) by transvaginal retropubic midurethral synthetic sling (RMUS), in order to understand the relationship between the morphological changes of pelvic floor structures and the efficacy of RMUS. [Methods] Clinical data of 44 female MUI patients undergoing RMUS during Jan.2018 and Dec.2020 were retrospectively analyzed.Urodynamics detected detrusor overactivity (DO) in 9 cases (20.5%). During RMUS procedure, the tension of the sling was adjusted based on the anatomical landmarks. The changes of ultrasonic parameters before and after operation, the relationship between the ultrasonic results, surgical efficacy and urodynamic results were analyzed. [Results] The patients averaged (58.59±9.08) years, with the body mass index being 24.71±2.77.The subjective cure rate was 91.3% (21/23) 3 months after surgery, and 85.0% (34/40) 2 years after surgery.Pelvic floor ultrasonography showed significant differences in posterior urethravesical angel at rest and during Valsalva, bladder neck descent distance and the rate of urethral funneling during Valsalva (P<0.05). According to the group analysis of the preoperative ultrasonic results, there was no statistical significance in the subjective cure rate between the funneling group and the non-funneling group during Valsalva, and the bladder neck non downward group/mild downward group/moderate downward group/severe downward group during Valsalva 3 months and 2 years after surgery (P>0.05). At 3-month follow-up, all pre-RMUS urethral funneling during Valsalva disappeared in patients without preoperative DO.Comparatively, 50.0% (3/6) urethral funneling still presented in DO patients, who had a lower cure rate (55.6%, 5/9) at the 2-year follow-up. [Conclusion] RMUS can reduce the posterior urethravesical angel at rest and during Valsalva, reduce bladder neck descent distance and the rate of urethral funneling during Valsalva in MUI patients, which can enhance urinary continence.There seems to be a correlation between DO and urethral funneling during Valsalva, while RMUS may potentially reverse the two markers.
7.Application value of antegrade splenic superior region dissection first in laparoscopic total gastrectomy of obesity gastric cancer
Danhua XU ; Jiayi GU ; Xinli MA ; Chunchao ZHU ; Ming WANG ; Enhao ZHAO ; Zizhen ZHANG ; Jiangfeng QIU ; Hui CAO
Chinese Journal of Digestive Surgery 2024;23(4):609-612
Objective:To investigate the application value of antegrade splenic superior region dissection first in laparoscopic total gastrectomy of obesity gastric cancer.Methods:The retrospective and descriptive study was conducted. The clinicopathological data of 21 obesity patients with gastric cancer who underwent laparoscopic total gastrectomy in Renji Hospital of Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine from July 2018 to October 2023 were collected. There were 16 males and 5 females, aged (58±13)years. All 21 patients underwent laparoscopic total gastrec-tomy with antegrade splenic superior region dissection first. Observation indicators: operation time, volume of intraoperative blood loss, laparotomy conversion, intraoperative splenic hemorrhage or gastric hemorrhage, lymph node dissection, time to postoperative first flatus, time to postoperative initial liquid food intake, duration of postoperative hospital stay, postoperative complication. Measure-ment data with normal distribution were represented as Mean± SD, and count data were expressed as absolute numbers. Results:All 21 patients underwent laparoscopic total gastrectomy success-fully, with the operation time of (283±47)minutes, time for splenogastric ligament and vascular manage-ment of (34±12)minutes, volume of intraoperative blood loss of (143±86)mL, and no laparotomy conversion. There was no intraoperative splenic hemorrhage or gastric haemorrhage. The total number of lymph node dissected in 21 patients was 375, with the number of lymph node dissected as (21±9)per case. Time to postoperative first flatus, time to postoperative initial liquid food intake and duration of postoperative hospital stay in 21 patients were (3.1±0.7)days, (4.0±0.8)days and (10.1±3.0)days, respectively. There were 2 patients with postoperative complications, including 1 case of incision infection and 1 case of lung infection. The 2 patients with postoperative com-plications were recovered and discharged after conservative treatment. There was no death during the postoperative 30 days.Conclusion:The application of antegrade splenic superior region dissec-tion first in laparoscopic total gastrectomy is safe and feasible, which can reduce surgical difficulty.
8.In vivo and in Vitro Component Identification and Pharmacokinetic Analysis of Houpo Wenzhongtang Based on Rats with Deficiency-cold of Spleen and Stomach
Xuanyi SHI ; Jiayi CHEN ; Shu CHEN ; Zixian GU ; Li OUYANG ; Guangyan LUO ; Xiaoshun PENG ; Jianqun LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(17):145-154
ObjectiveTo identify the chemical components of Houpo Wenzhongtang in vivo and in vitro and to analyze the pharmacokinetic properties of the index components in rats with deficiency-cold of spleen and stomach. MethodThe chemical components of Houpo Wenzhongtang was analyzed and identified by ultra performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-time-of-flight tandem mass spectrometry(UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS). Six rats were randomly selected from 18 SD rats as the blank group, and the remaining rats were given lard and cold vinegar for a long time to construct a rat model with deficiency-cold of spleen and stomach. After successful modeling, the rats were randomly divided into the model group and Houpu Wenzhongtang group(13.5 g·kg-1, calculated as crude drug). The administration group was given the corresponding dose of Houpu Wenzhongtang by gavage, and the blank group and the model group were given the same amount of distilled water by gavage. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA) were used to measure gastrin(GAS) and motilin(MTL) levels in each group. At the same time, plasma samples were collected at different time points after administration, and blood-entry prototype components and metabolites of Houpo Wenzhongtang were analyzed by UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS. On this basis, plasma concentrations of magnolol, honokiol, alpinetin and hesperidin in Houpo Wenzhongtang were determined by ultra performance liquid chromatography coupled with triple quadrupole/linear ion trap mass spectrometry(UPLC-QTRAP-MS/MS), and the pharmacokinetic parameters were calculated using DAS 2.0 software. ResultA total of 79 chemical components, including 44 flavonoids and 11 lignans, were identified in Houpo Wenzhongtang. Meanwhile, 18 blood-entry prototype components and 27 metabolites were identified, the main metabolic pathways of metabolites were glucuronidation, sulfation, oxidation and hydrolysis, and phase Ⅰ and phase Ⅱ were the two primary forms of metabolism. Pharmacokinetic results showed that among the four index components, the time to peak(tmax) values of magnolol and honokiol were consistent and exhibited similar drug metabolism characteristics, the tmax of alpinetin was the shortest, and the absorption rate was the fastest, which had the earliest peak plasma concentration levels, and hesperidin had the shortest mean residence time(MRT0-t) and the highest metabolic rate in rats. ConclusionThis study clarifies the blood-entry prototype components and their metabolites of Houpo Wenzhongtang in the rat model of deficiency-cold of spleen and stomach, and reveals the pharmacokinetic characteristics of the main active ingredients, which can provide a scientific basis for the study of pharmacodynamic material basis of this formula and its clinical application in treating the syndrome of deficiency-cold of spleen and stomach.
9.Discussion on the prescription thinking of infertility based on"primarily sweet,with all four flavours harmonized"in Fu Qingzhu's Obstetrics and Gynecology
Ruonan QIANG ; Yanfeng LIU ; Qing XIA ; Yuanye GU ; Huanan ZHANG ; Jiayi LIANG ; Xuan ZHANG
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;47(7):977-982
The combination of sourness,bitterness,sweetness,pungency,and saltness results in different effects.Through the analysis of the theory of combining five flavours in Fu Qingzhu's Obstetrics and Gynecology,this article explores its application in formulation ideas and the characteristics of Chinese medication,summarized as"primarily sweet,with all four flavors harmonized".FU Qingzhu emphasizes the central role of sweet-flavour medicine in facilitating conception,while incorporating the other four flavours in synergy.For instance,sweet and pungent flavours can boost yang energy,eliminating chilliness and warming the uterus;sour and sweet flavours can nourish yin essence and protect the uterus;bitter and sweet flavours can tonify yin,supporting the kidneys and moistening the uterus;and pungent and salty flavours can eliminate stasis,regenerate blood,and enhance uterine functions.By flexibly utilizing the flavours and meridian affinity of traditional Chinese medicine,along with the theory of combining five flavours,it is possible to enhance drug compatibility,deepen the theoretical connotation of Chinese formulas,and regulate the uterus from both yin and yang aspects to facilitate conception.FU Qingzhu's integration of multiple Chinese formulas into a single formula allows for comprehensive treatment.Clear differentiation of dosages within the formula highlights the primary and secondary relationships of traditional Chinese medicines.Additionally,the utilization of pharmaceutical processing techniques optimizes efficacy and regulates meridians and collaterals.This article explores FU Qingzhu's application of the"pure and harmonious traditional Chinese medicines"theory.His prescription thinking enables the attainment of multi-level therapeutic effects,which greatly benefits the optimization of traditional Chinese medicine fertility assistance programs and increases pregnancy rates among infertility patients.
10.Effects of a Modified Six-Sigma-Methodology-Based Training Program on Core Competencies in Rehabilitation Nurse Specialists
Jiayi GU ; Lan LUO ; Chengjuan LI, ; Sumin MA ; Fanghua GONG
Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing 2023;53(4):412-425
Purpose:
Nurses play an important role in ensuring patient rehabilitation and are involved in all aspects of multidimensional rehabilitation.Therefore, strengthening rehabilitation nursing education is vital to ascertain high-quality rehabilitation and optimum outcomes. This study examined the effectiveness of a new teaching reform—a modified Six-Sigma-based training program—against a conventional educational program on rehabilitation specialist nurses’ core competencies, post-training performance, and satisfaction.
Methods:
A quasi-randomized controlled trial was conducted to assess the effectiveness of the modified training program. We recruited 56 learners from the 2020 training course at the Hunan Rehabilitation Specialist Nurse Training Base as the control group. Sixty learners from the base’s 2021 training course were recruited as the intervention group. Data were collected in a consistent manner from both groups after the training program was implemented.
Results:
Those who underwent the modified training program showed better improvement in all core competencies than those who underwent the conventional training program (p < .05); the scores for theoretical knowledge, clinical nursing lectures, reviews, and nursing case management improved significantly following the teaching reform (p < 0.05). Further, overall satisfaction as well as base management and theoretical teaching satisfaction improved significantly (p < .05).
Conclusion
The modified training program strengthens rehabilitation nurses’ base management abilities; enhances their core competencies; expands their interest in and breadth, depth, and practicability of theoretical courses; and updates the teaching methods.


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