As China accelerates its efforts in deep space exploration and long-duration space missions, including the operationalization of the Tiangong Space Station and the development of manned lunar missions, safeguarding astronauts’ physiological and cognitive functions under extreme space conditions becomes a pressing scientific imperative. Among the multifactorial stressors of spaceflight, microgravity emerges as a particularly potent disruptor of neurobehavioral homeostasis. Dopamine (DA) plays a central role in regulating behavior under space microgravity by influencing reward processing, motivation, executive function and sensorimotor integration. Changes in gravity disrupt dopaminergic signaling at multiple levels, leading to impairments in motor coordination, cognitive flexibility, and emotional stability. Microgravity exposure induces a cascade of neurobiological changes that challenge dopaminergic stability at multiple levels: from the transcriptional regulation of DA synthesis enzymes and the excitability of DA neurons, to receptor distribution dynamics and the efficiency of downstream signaling pathways. These changes involve downregulation of tyrosine hydroxylase in the substantia nigra, reduced phosphorylation of DA receptors, and alterations in vesicular monoamine transporter expression, all of which compromise synaptic DA availability. Experimental findings from space analog studies and simulated microgravity models suggest that gravitational unloading alters striatal and mesocorticolimbic DA circuitry, resulting in diminished motor coordination, impaired vestibular compensation, and decreased cognitive flexibility. These alterations not only compromise astronauts’ operational performance but also elevate the risk of mood disturbances and motivational deficits during prolonged missions. The review systematically synthesizes current findings across multiple domains: molecular neurobiology, behavioral neuroscience, and gravitational physiology. It highlights that maintaining DA homeostasis is pivotal in preserving neuroplasticity, particularly within brain regions critical to adaptation, such as the basal ganglia, prefrontal cortex, and cerebellum. The paper also discusses the dual-edged nature of DA plasticity: while adaptive remodeling of synapses and receptor sensitivity can serve as compensatory mechanisms under stress, chronic dopaminergic imbalance may lead to maladaptive outcomes, such as cognitive rigidity and motor dysregulation. Furthermore, we propose a conceptual framework that integrates homeostatic neuroregulation with the demands of space environmental adaptation. By drawing from interdisciplinary research, the review underscores the potential of multiple intervention strategies including pharmacological treatment, nutritional support, neural stimulation techniques, and most importantly, structured physical exercise. Recent rodent studies demonstrate that treadmill exercise upregulates DA transporter expression in the dorsal striatum, enhances tyrosine hydroxylase activity, and increases DA release during cognitive tasks, indicating both protective and restorative effects on dopaminergic networks. Thus, exercise is highlighted as a key approach because of its sustained effects on DA production, receptor function, and brain plasticity, making it a strong candidate for developing effective measures to support astronauts in maintaining cognitive and emotional stability during space missions. In conclusion, the paper not only underscores the centrality of DA homeostasis in space neuroscience but also reflects the authors’ broader academic viewpoint: understanding the neurochemical substrates of behavior under microgravity is fundamental to both space health and terrestrial neuroscience. By bridging basic neurobiology with applied space medicine, this work contributes to the emerging field of gravitational neurobiology and provides a foundation for future research into individualized performance optimization in extreme environments.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine and metabolic disorder affecting a substantial proportion of women of reproductive age. It is frequently associated with ovulatory dysfunction, infertility, and an increased risk of chronic metabolic diseases. A hallmark pathological feature of PCOS is the arrest of follicular development, closely linked to impaired intercellular communication between the oocyte and surrounding granulosa cells. Transzonal projections (TZPs) are specialized cytoplasmic extensions derived from granulosa cells that penetrate the zona pellucida to establish direct contact with the oocyte. These structures serve as essential conduits for the transfer of metabolites, signaling molecules (e.g., cAMP, cGMP), and regulatory factors (e.g., microRNAs, growth differentiation factors), thereby maintaining meiotic arrest, facilitating metabolic cooperation, and supporting gene expression regulation in the oocyte. The proper formation and maintenance of TZPs depend on the cytoskeletal integrity of granulosa cells and the regulated expression of key connexins, particularly CX37 and CX43. Recent studies have revealed that in PCOS, TZPs exhibit significant structural and functional abnormalities. Contributing factors—such as hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, and dysregulation of critical signaling pathways (including PI3K/Akt, Wnt/β‑catenin, and MAPK/ERK)—collectively impair TZP integrity and reduce their formation. This disruption in granulosa-oocyte communication compromises oocyte quality and contributes to follicular arrest and anovulation. This review provides a comprehensive overview of TZP biology, including their formation mechanisms, molecular composition, and stage-specific dynamics during folliculogenesis. We highlight the pathological alterations in TZPs observed in PCOS and elucidate how endocrine and metabolic disturbances—particularly androgen excess and hyperinsulinemia—downregulate CX43 expression and impair gap junction function, thereby exacerbating ovarian microenvironmental dysfunction. Furthermore, we explore emerging therapeutic strategies aimed at preserving or restoring TZP integrity. Anti-androgen therapies (e.g., spironolactone, flutamide), insulin sensitizers (e.g., metformin), and GLP-1 receptor agonists (e.g., liraglutide) have shown potential in modulating connexin expression and enhancing granulosa-oocyte communication. In addition, agents such as melatonin, AMPK activators, and GDF9/BMP15 analogs may promote TZP formation and improve oocyte competence. Advanced technologies, including ovarian organoid models and CRISPR-based gene editing, offer promising platforms for studying TZP regulation and developing targeted interventions. In summary, TZPs are indispensable for maintaining follicular homeostasis, and their disruption plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of PCOS-related folliculogenesis failure. Targeting TZP integrity represents a promising therapeutic avenue in PCOS management and warrants further mechanistic and translational investigation.

Objective: To investigate an outbreak of acute gastroenteritis at a vocational and technical school in Shaanxi Province in 2024, ao as to provide the reference for the handling of school outbreaks. Methods: The conducted case searches, individual case investigations, and on-site hygienic investigations were established in accordance with the Guidelines on outbreak investigation, prevention and control of Norovirus infection (2015). The potential risk factors were analyzed by case-control study. Anal swab samples from cases and all canteen staff, as well as environmental swab samples were collected to detect common intestinal pathogens. All reserved food samples in canteen were collected to test for common pathogenic bacteria. Results: From October 26 to November 5, 2024, a cumulative total of 53 cases were reported, with an attack rate of 1.47%. The main clinical symptoms included vomiting (83.02%), abdominal pain (56.60%), diarrhea (30.19%), and fever (26.42%). The epidemic curve suggested an intermittent common-source outbreak, with no obvious clustering characteristics in terms of the population and spatial distribution of cases. The case-control analysis revealed that having dinner at the rice-with-dishes-on-top stall on the first floor of the canteen on October 28 was a risk factor for illness (OR=11.025, 95%CI: 2.186-55.601). GⅡ norovirus was detected as positive in anal swab samples from 6 cases and 2 asymptomatic infected canteen staff, as well as in 3 environmental swab samples from the rice-with-dishes-on-top stall. The test results for common pathogenic bacteria in the reserved food samples were all negative. Conclusions This outbreak was caused by an acute gastroenteritis epidemic induced by GⅡ norovirus infection, with a transmission pattern consistent with an intermittent homologous outbreak. The possible source of infection was asymptomatic infected canteen staff mainly through foodborne trasmission, and having meals at the rice-with-dishes-on-top stall was the primary risk factor for this outbreak.

AIM To observe the effects of Hugan Tablets on high-fat diet induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)in a mouse model,and the autophagy,pyroptosis and the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway as well.METHODS The C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into the normal group,the model group,the Hugan Tablets group(0.7 g/kg)and the Yishanfu group(0.23 g/kg),with 10 mice in each group.The NAFLD mouse model was established by 16 weeks feeding of high-fat diet.From the 13th week,the mice started their corresponding dosing of the drug by gavage followed by killing of the mice at the end of 16th week and collection of their serum and liver tissue samples.The mice had their serum ALT,AST,TG,TC,LDL levels,liver TG,TC,NEFA,MDA levels and activities of SOD and GSH-Px detected;their serum levels of IL-1β,IL-6 and TNF-αdetected by ELISA;their hepatic pathological changes observed using HE staining and oil red O staining;and their hepatic protein expressions of ACC,CPT1A,FAS,p-PI3K,p-Akt,p-mTOR,P62,LC3,NLRP3,GSDMD and Caspase1 detected by Western blot.RESULTS Compared with the model group,the Hugan Tablets group displayed decreased body weight and hepatosmatic index level(P＜0.01);decreased levels of serum ALT,AST,TG,TC,LDL,IL-6,IL-1β and TNF-α(P＜0.05,P＜0.01);increased hepatic levels of TG,TC,NEFA and MDA(P＜0.05);decreased activities of SOD and GSH-Px(P＜0.05);improved pathological changes of hepatic lipid deposition and hepatocytic ballooning and decreased NAS score and oil red O staining area(P＜0.01);decreased hepatic protein expressions of ACC1,FAS,NLRP3,Caspase1,GSDMD,P62,p-PI3K,p-Akt and p-mTOR(P＜0.05,P＜0.01);and increased protein expressions of CPT1A and LC3(P＜0.01).CONCLUSION Hugan Tablets can effectively prevent and control the development of high-fat diet induced NAFLD in mice,and the mechanism may be associated with the promotion of autophagy in hepatocytes and the inhibition of pyroptosis via the inhibition of PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway.

Following extensive interdisciplinary research and development over several years,mechanical circulatory support devices(MCSD),including ventricular assist device(VAD)and total artificial heart(TAH),are now established as vital treatment options for patients with advanced heart failure.These devices have proven to be crucial in assisting or replacing a failing heart,offering patients a new lease of life and improving their quality of life.Currently,mechanical circulatory support(MCS)has become a well-recognised,long-term treatment option for patients who are unable to undergo heart transplantation due to donor organ shortages or contraindications.Given their continuous availability independent of donor organ limitations,these devices are poised to play an increasingly vital role in the future of medicine.This article aims to summarize the evolution,clinical applications,categorization,and potential complications of MCSD.

Objective To design a multi-terminal collaborative medical equipment acceptance management system to enhance the informatized management of medical equipment acceptance.Methods The multi-terminal collaborative medical equipment acceptance management system was designed with the front-end and back-end separation mode.The front end was developed with Flutter framework and Dart language,the back end was implemented with Tornado 6.1 architecture and Python language,the communication between the front-end and the back-end service followed the RESTful design principle and the interaction was carried out through the hypertext transfer protocol(HTTP)request.There were three functional modules involved in the system for user management,basic information management and acceptance management.Results The system developed realized informatized management for medical equipment acceptance process,supported cross-platform management of acceptance reports,related attachments and medical device registration certificates and improved the quality and efficiency of medical equipment acceptance.Conclusion The system developed facilitates multi-terminal collaborative management for medical equipment acceptance,and lays a foundation for the digital and intelligent transformation of hospital medical equipment management.[Chinese Medical Equipment Journal,2025,46(7):39-44]

Objective:To evaluate the histocompatibility and biomechanical properties of domestically produced abdominal wall segment polylactic acid absorbable microhook urethral sling in an animal model.Methods:Twenty four rabbits were divided into two groups: polylactic acid microhook sling group ( n=12) and TVT ABBREVO sling group ( n=12). Segments of the slings (abdominal wall portion and urethral portion) were implanted into the rabbit′s abdominal wall and the vesicovaginal space, respectively. Specimens were harvested via euthanasia at postoperative 0 day ( n=3 per group), 4 weeks ( n=3 per group) and 12 weeks ( n=6 per group) for simulated clinical fixation test, histomorphological observation (to evaluate histocompatibility), and biomechanical property analysis (tensile testing). Results:In the simulated clinical fixation test, the domestically produced abdominal wall segment polylactic acid absorbable microhook urethral sling maintained tight integration with the tissue without detachment across the range of abdominal pressure fluctuations associated with normal human activity (1-34 kPa); in contrast, TVT ABBREVO sling shifted and detached under pressure as low as 15 kPa. At 4 weeks post-implantation in the abdominal wall, none displacement occurred in polylactic acid microhook sling group (0/6 sites), whereas displacement occurred in 5 out of 6 in TVT ABBREVO sling group; at 12 weeks, displacement occurred in 4 out of 24 sites (17%) for polylactic acid microhook sling group, compared to 12 out of 24 sites (50%) for TVT ABBREVO sling group. These differences were statistically significant at both time points (both P<0.01). Tensile testing revealed that the sling of polylactic acid microhook sling group exhibited significantly lower thickness, tensile strength, and elongation percentage after implantation for 12 weeks compared to TVT ABBREVO sling group (all P<0.05). Histocompatibility: both sling types integrated well with host tissues after implantation subcutaneously in the abdominal wall and in the vesicovaginal space. Both induced a mild local inflammatory response. No pathological changes were observed in the surrounding tissues for either sling type, and there were no statistically significant differences in histopathological scores between the two groups (all P>0.05). Conclusions:The domestically produced abdominal wall segment polylactic acid absorbable microhook urethral sling demonstrates favorable histocompatibility. The polylactic acid microhooks significantly enhance the sling′s fixation to the tissue, effectively preventing early postoperative displacement caused by abrupt changes in abdominal pressure, and thus offer superior clinical applicability.

With the rapid development of generative artificial intelligence(GAI)technologies,their widespread application in academic research and writing is continuously expanding the boundaries of sci-entific inquiry.However,this trend has also raised a series of ethical and regulatory challenges,inclu-ding issues related to authorship,content authenticity,citation accuracy,and accountability.In light of the growing involvement of AI in generating academic content,establishing an open,controllable,and trustworthy ethical governance framework has become a key task for safeguarding research integrity and maintaining trust within the academic community.This expert consensus outlines ethical requirements across key stages of AI-assisted academic writing-including topic selection,data management,citation practices,and authorship attribution.It aims to clarify the boundaries and ethical obligations surrounding AI use in academic writing,ensuring that technological tools enhance efficiency without compromising in-tegrity.The goal is to provide guidance and institutional support for building a responsible and sustainable research ecosystem.

OBJECTIVE To explore the clinical characteristics of patients with COVID-19-associated pulmonary as-pergillosis(CAPA)among those with acute respiratory distress syndrome(ARDS)and to analyze the risk factors for CAPA.METHODS A total of 117 patients with ARDS admitted to Peking University People's Hospital from Dec.1,2022 to Jan.31,2023 were selected.Based on the diagnostic criteria for CAPA,patients were divided into the CAPA group(n=13)and the non-CAPA group(n=104).Clinical characteristics of CAPA patients were ana-lyzed,and risk factors were summarized by multivariate logistic regression analysis.RESULTS Compared with non-CAPA patients,a high proportion of CAPA paitents had a low oxygenation index at admission(＜200 mmHg:61.54％vs.39.42％),those required more invasive respiratory support(ventilator and EC MO:38.46％vs.5.77％),and had a glucocorticoid treatment duration＞10 days(76.92％vs.16.35％).CAPA pa-tients also received more treatments such as tocilizumab(38.46％vs.11.54％)and antiviral drugs(92.31％vs.50.00％),had longer hospital stays(24.00 vs.16.00 days)and a higher in-hospital mortality rate(69.23％vs.21.15％).The use of invasive mechanical ventilation/ECMO during hospitalization(OR=11.386,P=0.013)and therapeutic doses of glucocorticoids for＞10 days(OR=15.671,P＜0.001)were risk factors for CAPA in patients with ARDS.CONCLUSIONS Among COVID-19 patients with ARDS,CAPA patients receive more thera-peutic drugs and treatments during hospitalization.CAPA is associated with the use of invasive mechanical ventila-tion or ECMO and prolonged use of therapeutic doses of glucocorticoids during hospitalization.

OBJECTIVE To explore the diagnostic value of combined detection of droplet digital polymerase chain reaction(ddPCR),C-reactive protein(CRP),procalcitonin(PCT)and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio(NLR)for bacterial bloodstream infections.METHODS Patients with suspected bloodstream infections admitted to Jiangbin Hospital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region from Jan.2023 to Jun.2024 were selected as the study subjects,with a total of 993 specimens from 543 patients included.Based on ddPCR and blood culture(BC)results,the pa-tients were divided into BC+and/or ddPCR+group(424 specimens)and ddPCR-/BC-group(569 specimens).The bacterial species detected by ddPCR were further classified into single infection group(258 speci-mens),mixed infection group(160 specimens)and ddPCR-group(575 specimens).The levels of CRP,PCT and NLR were compared among the groups.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curves were used to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy of ddPCR,CRP,PCT and NLR separately and in combination for bacterial bloodstream in-fections.RESULTS The levels of CRP,PCT and NLR in the BC+and/or ddPCR+group were 71.61(37.00,108.81)mg/L,1.74(0.47,7.93)ng/ml and 9.82(5.53,18.07),respectively,which were higher than those in the ddPCR-/BC-group(P＜0.001).I n the ddPCR mixed infection group,the levels of CRP and PCT were 88.02(42.90,112.39)mg/L and 2.83(0.89,12.35)ng/ml,respectively,which were higher than those in the single infection group(P＜0.05).The qualitative results of ddPCR were better at predicting bloodstream infec-tions(OR=15.279,95％CI:6.525～35.776,P＜0.001).According to ROC curve analysis,ddPCR had the lar-gest area under the curve(AUC)among the single detection indicator(0.759),followed by PCT(0.732).The AUC for the combination of ddPCR qualitative results with CRP,PCT and NLR was 0.830,indicating that the di-agnostic performance of the combined detection was better than that of any single indicator.CONCLUSIONS The combination of ddPCR with PCT,CRP and NLR can improve the accuracy of diagnosing bacterial bloodstream in-fections.Compared with BC,ddPCR has higher sensitivity and can quickly identify the types and concentrations of pathogens in bloodstream infections.