1.Mosquito monitoring and influence of meteorological factors on mosquito density around Beijing Capital International Airport, 2016-2022
Ran FENG ; Tie-zheng MA ; Si-jie ZHU ; Bo TIAN ; Fei QUAN ; Zhi-lin WU ; Xiao-tao LIU ; Fu-yuan ZHANG ; Song-jian ZHANG
Acta Parasitologica et Medica Entomologica Sinica 2026;33(1):40-48
Objective To understand mosquito density, species composition, and seasonal variations around the Beijing Capital International Airport(BCIA)and provide scientific evidence for mosquito-borne disease prevention and control. Methods Meteorological data were collected from 2016 to 2022, and mosquito density was monitored at seven surveillance sites around the BCIA from May to October each year using CO2-baited mosquito traps to analyze the relationship between mosquito density and meteorological factors. Results In total,68 518 female mosquitoes were captured, with a mosquito density of 10.20 per light · hour. The dominant species was Culex pipiens pallens(73.90%), followed by Aedes albopictus(9.71%)and Ae. vexans(9.29%);the mosquito density was highest in 2016(14.8 per light·hour)and lowest in 2022(4.46 per light·hour). Significant statistical differences were observed in mosquito density among different species(F=18.118, P<0.05). The density of Cx. pipiens pallens and other mosquito species showed a mutually exclusive trend; the peak of mosquito density varied based on years and habitats, with significant statistical differences in mosquito density among different habitats(F=8.504, P<0.05). The highest mosquito density was observed near the Wenyu River(21.50 per light·hour), whereas the lowest was recorded at the BCIA construction site(2.44 per light· hour). The monthly average temperature(r=0.595), monthly average highest temperature(r=0.575), and monthly average lowest temperature(r=0.624)showed moderate positive correlations, whereas the monthly average air pressure(r=-0.484)showed a moderate negative correlation. The monthly average minimum temperature was included in the regression model(F=25.575, P<0.000), and the equation Y=1.029X4-8.181 was used. The monthly average air pressure 2 months prior(b=-2.418, β=-1.619, P<0.05)and the monthly average relative humidity(b=-0.739, β=-1.201, P<0.05)significantly negatively predicted the mosquito density. Notably, the regression equation used was y=2526.170+(-2.418)X9+(-0.739)X13. The exposure-response analysis revealed that the density of mosquitoes was not linearly related to the average monthly air pressure, rainfall, and duration of sunshine. Conclusions The dominant mosquito species around the BCIA was Cx. pipiens pallens, Ae. albopictus, and Ae. vexans. During the control of Cx. pipiens pallens, the impact on other mosquito species must also be considered. Environmental management, breeding sites, and scientific use of pesticides should be prioritized based on the activity periods of mosquitoes. Further studies on mosquitoes and meteorological factors should be conducted to provide references and novel avenues for mosquito control.
2.The first record of Anopheles messeae (Diptera: Culicidae) parasitized by water mites in China
Xue-ru CHEN ; Wen-zhen YAO ; Yu-hao LI ; Gui-chang LI ; Tao MENG ; Qun-ling FENG ; Xin-hui LIU ; Li-hong QIAO ; Xiang-ting WU ; Xue-feng ZHANG ; Cheng-lin LI ; Xue-cheng DONG ; Da-wei WANG ; Xiao-yan SI ; Yu-hong GUO
Acta Parasitologica et Medica Entomologica Sinica 2026;33(1):53-57
Objective This study reports on the obligatory parasitism of water mites Arrenurus sp. on Anopheles messeae at the Manzhouli Port, Inner Mongolia, China. Methods Duing July 2024, a survey on the mosquito diversity was conducted at the Manzhouli Port. Captured mosquitoes and their ectoparasites were identified to species level. Results A total of 1840 adult mosquitoes were collected, representing species from three genera: Culex(Cx. modestus, Cx. pipiens pallens), Aedes(Ae. dorsalis, Ae. flavidorsalis, Ae. flavescens), and Anopheles (An. messeae). Among all the mosqutioes specimens,3 out of 150 captured An. messeae were found to carry ectoparasitic mites, with number of 2,4,27 mites separately. Morphological and molecular identification reached the same result as water mites(Hydrachnidiae, Hydracrina). COI gene sequence showed 94% similarity with the closest species Arrenurus truncatellus. Conlusions Literature review suggests water mites are host-specific parasitism of mosquito species and herein with the first record of Arrenurus sp. parasiting on An. Messeae in the most high-latitude region globally.
3.Role of"HA coat"in modulating stemness and endocrine resistance in ER+breast cancer
Shiyi WU ; Si CHEN ; Bohan LIU ; Yuting LIU ; Yiwen LIU ; Yiqing HE ; Yan DU ; Guoliang ZHANG ; Qian GUO ; Feng GAO ; Cuixia YANG
Journal of Shanghai Jiaotong University(Medical Science) 2025;45(10):1298-1307
Objective·To determine hyaluronan(HA)expression in the endocrine-resistant microenvironment of estrogen receptor-positive(ER+)breast cancer and elucidate its impact on the acquired resistance.Methods·Chemiluminescent immunoassay was used to quantify HA levels in the culture supernatants of fulvestrant-resistant breast cancer cells.An immunofluorescence(IF)assay was performed to visualize the colocalization of CD44 and HA in MCF7/FulR cells.Using an established adaptive endocrine-resistant breast cancer mouse model,HA expression in resistant breast cancer tissues was assessed by immunohistochemistry(IHC)assay.Single-cell RNA sequencing(scRNA-seq)and RNA sequencing(RNA-seq)were conducted to examine transcriptomic profiles and alterations in HA-related genes in resistant breast cancer cells.Flow cytometry(FCM)was utilized to measure the proportion of CD44+CD24-cells in MCF7/FulR.The correlation between HA synthesis genes and cell stemness was investigated in clinical ER+breast cancers from GEO data sets.Hyaluronidase(HAase)treatment was applied to remove the"HA coat",and RT-qPCR and Western blotting analysis were carried out to monitor changes in stemness-related molecules.CCK-8 assays,flow cytometry(FCM),and Hoechst 33258 staining were performed to determine changes in apoptosis and fulvestrant efficiency after HAase treatment.Results·IF results revealed that compared with MCF7 cells,the"HA coat"on the surface of MCF7/FulR cells was significantly thickened.IHC demonstrated markedly increased HA retention in fulvestrant-resistant mouse breast cancer tissues.ScRNA-seq and RNA-seq analyses indicated elevated expression of stemness-related genes and HA synthesis-associated genes in fulvestrant-resistant breast cancer cells.Correlation analysis revealed a positive association between HA synthesis and cancer stemness in ER+breast cancer.IF and RT-qPCR results demonstrated that removing the HA coating from the surface of MCF7/FulR cells led to a significant reduction in the expression of stemness-related molecules;concurrently,CCK-8 assays,FCM analysis,and Hoechst 33258 staining revealed that"HA coat"clearance reduced MCF7/FulR'tolerance to fulvestrant and increased apoptosis.Conclusion·Endocrine-resistant breast cancer cells develop an enriched"HA coat",which promotes stemness in fulvestrant-resistant tumors.Disruption of this HA coat through HAase treatment effectively reduces cell stemness,induces apoptosis,and re-sensitizes breast cancer cells to fulvestrant.
4.Molecular mechanisms and synergistic strategies of combination therapy in breast cancer
Jiahao SI ; Jinglu SHI ; Zheng WEI ; Jin GE ; Jiajia WU ; Min YANG ; Zichu LI ; Weiwei LIN ; Yan ZHANG ; Xueqin WANG ; Na LI ; Shaobo DUAN
Immunological Journal 2025;41(9):667-678
Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality among women worldwide and has drawn extensive research attention.Owing to its molecular heterogeneity,drug resistance,and low therapeutic response,single-modality treatments often fail to achieve satisfactory efficacy or broad applicability.Combination therapy,designed based on the pathophysiological characteristics,related signaling pathways,and biomarkers of breast cancer,has emerged as a promising approach for improving therapeutic outcomes.With the advancement of research on combination strategies,the understanding of their molecular mechanisms—particularly key signaling pathways and biomarkers—has become increasingly important.However,comprehensive reviews addressing these molecular mechanisms and synergistic strategies remain scarce.This article summarizes recent advances in combination therapy for breast cancer,providing a comprehensive review of recent combination therapies for breast cancer and their underlying molecular mechanisms,and focusing on key signaling pathways involved in combination therapy and synergistic strategies,thereby providing theoretical insights and reference for researchers,graduate students,and clinicians engaged in the development of novel combination therapeutic strategies for breast cancer and related malignancies.
5.Role and mechanism of trpc6 in mice with ka-induced epileptogenesis
Si-min CHENG ; Hao-chuan WANG ; Yu-yan ZHANG ; Yu WANG ; Wen-ning WU
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2025;41(11):2120-2127
Aim To investigate the role and underlying mechanisms of transient receptor potential cation chan-nel 6(TRPC6)in epileptogenesis using a kainic acid(KA)-induced mouse model.Methods C57BL/6 and TRPC6-KO(KO)mice were divided into two groups and implanted with cannulas for microinjection of KA(0.03 g·L-1,5 μL)into the lateral ventricle to establish the acute epilepsy model group,with saline injection serving as the control group.The Racine score was used to record the uninterrupted seizure grade of mice within two hours after KA administration.Immunohistochemistry was used to detect neuronal loss and tissue damage in the hippocampus brain region of mice.Immunofluorescence staining,Western blot and qPCR were used to detect the expressions of TRPC6,NLRP3,ASC,Caspase-1,p62,Atg7,Atg5,Beclin-1,LC3b-Ⅱ/LC3b-Ⅰ.in the hippocampus.Results KA induced significant neuronal loss and tissue damage in the hippocampal CA3 brain region of epilep-sy mice,while the expression levels of TRPC6,NL-RP3,ASC and Caspase-1 and other proteins in the hippocampus brain area of epilepsy mice increased,and the protein expression of autophagy-related proteins Atg7,Atg5,Beclin-1,LC3b-Ⅱ/LC3b-Ⅰ increased,while the expression of p62 protein decreased.TRPC6 knockout exacerbated KA-induced epileptogenesis,neuronal injury,inflammatory response and autophagy activation.Conclusion TRPC6 is involved in KA-in-duced epileptigenesis,and the mechanism may be re-lated to the activation of NLRP3 inflammasome-autoph-agy signaling caused by TRPC6 deletion.
6.Effect of fenofibrate on right ventricular hypertrophy in rats with high-altitude heart disease and its mechanisms
Xiaoying ZHANG ; Qi SI ; Jiajia WU ; Shadi LI
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2025;41(6):1153-1161
AIM:To investigate the effect of fenofibrate(FF)on the heart of rats with high-altitude heart dis-ease-induced right ventricular hypertrophy(H-RVH),and to explore the mechanisms and associated signaling pathways.METHODS:A total of 36 six-week-old male SD rats were randomly divided into control,model(H-RVH),and FF inter-vention(H-RVH+FF)groups with 12 rats each.A rat model of H-RVH was established by single subcutaneous injection of Sugen 5416(20 mg/kg)and exposure to a hypoxic condition(5 000 m above sea level)for 21 d in all groups except the control group.The rats in H-RVH+FF group were given FF(60 mg·kg-1·d-1)through gavage,while those in control and model groups received equal volume of saline once daily for 21 d.Rat heart gross morphology was observed,and the heart volume and weight,right ventricular weight and other hypertrophy indexes were measured in each group at the end of the experiment.A right heart floating catheter was used for measuring pulmonary artery and right ventricular pressure.Cardi-ac function was checked through cardiac ultrasonography.The serum levels of atrial natriuretic peptide(ANP),N-termi-nal pro-brain natriuretic peptide(NT-proBNP),free fatty acids(FFA),and myocardial tissue glucose(Glu)in all groups of rats were detected.The protein expression of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor α(PPARα),fatty acid binding protein 1(FABP1),carnitine palmitoyl transferase 1a(CPT1a),pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase(PDK),and pyruvate dehydrogenase(PDH)were detected through Western blot.RESULTS:(1)Compared with the control group,the H-RVH group showed a significant increase in heart morphology and weight and increases in heart weight/body weight(HW/BW),heart volume,right ventricular weight/heart weight(RVW/HW),and Fulton index(FI)(P<0.05).Cardiac mor-phology,volume,heart weight,and HW/BW significantly decreased in the fenofibrate intervention group compared with the H-RVH group(P<0.05).RVW/HW and FI also decreased.(2)The right heart float catheter test showed that the mean right ventricular pressure(mRVP)and mean pulmonary artery pressure(mPAP)significantly increased in the H-RVH group compared with the control group(P<0.01).The increases in mRVP and mPAP were reversed in rats in the fe-nofibrate intervention group compared with the H-RVH group.(3)Cardiac ultrasonography showed that compared with the control group,the H-RVH group had significantly increased right ventricular anterior wall(RVAW)and right ventricular posterior wall(RVPW)thickness(P<0.01),significantly decreased right ventricular end-diastolic diameter(RVEDD),and right ventricular end-diastolic length(RVEDL)(P<0.01).In addition,pulmonary artery acceleration time(PAAT)was reduced,ejection time(PAET)was prolonged,and PAAT/PAET ratio decreased(P<0.01).Compared with the H-RVH group,the fenofibrate intervention group showed significant decreases in RVAW and RVPW(P<0.05),increases in RVEDD and RVEDL,and an increase in PAAT/PAET ratio.(4)The kit assay showed that the levels of ANP and NT-Pro BNP in serum were significantly higher in the H-RVH group than in the control group(P<0.05),while the levels of both were lower in the fenofibrate intervention group.The levels of serum FFA and myocardial tissue Glu levels(P<0.05)were significantly higher in the H-RVH group than in the control group.The levels of serum FFA and myocardial tissue Glu level were significantly lower in the fenofibrate intervention group than in the H-RVH group(P<0.05).(5)Western blot results showed that the expression levels of PPARα,FABP1,CPT1a,and PDH in the myocardial tissues of rats in the H-RVH group were significantly reduced(P<0.01),whereas the expression level of PDK significantly increased relative to those of the control group(P<0.01).All the effects on the above indices in the H-RVH group can be significantly re-versed by fenofibrate intervention(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:Fenofibrate exerts a protective effect on the hearts of rats with right ventricular hypertrophy associated with high-altitude heart disease by activating PPARα/FABP1/CPT1a,en-hancing fatty acid oxidation,inhibiting PDK,and activating PDH to promote the aerobic oxidation of glucose.Hence,the medication can ameliorate glucose-lipid metabolism disorders.
7.A analysis of the impact of incorporating molecular subtyping into the FIGO(2023)staging of endometrial cancer on cancer staging
Wenqi LI ; Haixia WU ; Hanbo LI ; Jingwen SI ; Qing ZHANG ; Yan SHEN
Chinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology 2025;41(11):1454-1461
Purpose To analyze and compare the impact of incorporating molecular classification into the new FI-GO(2023)staging system for endometrial cancer(EC).Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on 332 ca-ses of EC diagnosed and molecular subtyped by Department of Pathology Tianjin Central Hospital of Gynecology Obstet-rics in 2023.All cases were staged according to the FIGO(2023)staging criteria for EC.Results The median age of the 332 EC patients was 56 years(range:27-76 years).Molecular subtypes included 30 POLE mutation(POLE-mut),80 mismatch repair deficiency(MMRd),194 no specific molecular profile(NSMP),and 28 p53 abnormal(p53abn).Significant differences were observed among the four molecular subtypes regarding age,FIGO stage,patho-logical type,and lymph node metastasis rate(P<0.05).However,no significant differences were found in the depth of myometrial invasion or lymphovascular space invasion.In the POLEmut group,19 cases(63.33%)were of non-ag-gressive histological types and 11(36.67%)were aggressive.After incorporating molecular subtyping,all 11 stage Ⅱ patients were downgraded to stage Ⅰ AmPOLEmut,increasing the proportion of stage Ⅰ patients from 62.07%to 100%.In the p53abn group,9 cases(32.14%)were non-aggressive and 19(67.86%)were aggressive.Molecular integra-tion led to the upstaging of 4 stage Ⅰ patients with myometrial invasion to stage Ⅱ Cmp53abn,increasing the proportion of stage Ⅱ patients from 34.61%to 50%.Conclusion Molecular subtypes p53abn and POLEmut are associated with distinct alterations in EC staging,specifically leading to tumor upstaging or downstaging.Our findings underscore the critical importance of comprehensive molecular subtyping in EC staging,as it refines prognostic risk stratification and provides valuable guidance for adjuvant treatment decisions.
8.Complementary and Alternative Therapy for Premature Ovarian Insufficiency
Fan JI ; Zhenmin SI ; Yanli ZHANG ; Xin FU ; Hang GE ; Chengdong LIU ; Yanhua HAN ; Xiaoke WU ; Hui CHANG
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(1):220-226
Premature ovarian insufficiency(POI)is a disease that seriously affects the health and life of women,which is also one of the main causes of female infertility.The incidence of POI is increasing in recent years.The diagnostic criteria of POI are not uniform,and different diagnostic criteria have inconsistent thresholds for various indicators.Strict diagnostic criteria are more conducive to early detection and treatment of POI.At present,complementary and alternative therapies such as traditional Chinese medicine,acupuncture and moxibustion are widely used in the treatment of POI.This article reviewed the recent studies on the complementary and alternative therapy of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of POI,and finds that the dialectical treatment of traditional Chinese medicine is based on the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine theory and puts forward corresponding treatment plans for different dialectical types.For example,treatment from the kidney,tonifying kidney filling essence,regulating chongren;Treatment from the liver,soothing the liver,regulating qi,nourishing blood and softening the liver;Treatment from the heart and spleen,nourishing Yangming,tonifying the spleen and nourishing the heart.In terms of acupuncture treatment,regulating menstruation and promoting pregnancy and regulating the conception vessel and toning the governor vessel and toning the kidney are often used to treat POI.In addition,moxibustion regulates body function by stimulating the bladder meridian and conception vessel and governor vessel acupoints.Other methods,such as ear acupoint bean-pressing,acupoint thread-embedding and acupoint injection,have also shown potential in the treatment of POI.This article summarizes the role and characteristics of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of POI,in order to provide ideas and basis for clinical treatment of POI.
9.Constructing Index System for Rational Drug Use Management of Key Monitoring Drugs Based on Delphi Method and Analytic Hierarchy Process
Li LING ; Cheng SI ; Haixia ZHANG ; Qiaoling ZHU ; Weihong GE ; Xiaoyan WU
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(3):503-508
Objective To construct an evaluation index system for rational drug use management of key monitoring drugs,and to provide references for medical institutions.Methods The preliminary index framework was formed by researching the policies and regulations,management norms,and guiding principles related to key monitoring drugs.Two rounds of Delphi questionnaire survey were conducted with 26 experts to improve and optimize the index system.The weights of the indicators were obtained by constructing the judgment matrix by analytic hierarchy process(AHP).Results The recovery rates of the two rounds of questionnaire were both 100%,and the authority coefficient was 0.87.The key monitoring drug rational use management evaluation index system was finally constructed to include three primary indicators[ex-ante management(0.253 6),in-process management(0.503 1),and ex-post management(0.243 2)],15 secondary indicators[including prescription review(0.302 6),formulate rational drug use norms(0.133 1),supernormal early warning management(0.103 2)],and 62 tertiary indicators[inclu-ding formulate strict prescription review rules(0.152 5),pharmacists prescription intervention strength(0.085 7)and effective-ness management(0.052 5)].and the index judgment matrix passed the consistency test.Conclusion The evaluation index system for the rational drug use management of key monitoring drugs constructed can satisfy the closed loop of the supervision and management process,achieve the prior reminder,monitoring,and post-supervision,and provide references for medical institutions to ensure the refinement and standardization of the management process.
10.Constructing Index System for Rational Drug Use Management of Key Monitoring Drugs Based on Delphi Method and Analytic Hierarchy Process
Li LING ; Cheng SI ; Haixia ZHANG ; Qiaoling ZHU ; Weihong GE ; Xiaoyan WU
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(3):503-508
Objective To construct an evaluation index system for rational drug use management of key monitoring drugs,and to provide references for medical institutions.Methods The preliminary index framework was formed by researching the policies and regulations,management norms,and guiding principles related to key monitoring drugs.Two rounds of Delphi questionnaire survey were conducted with 26 experts to improve and optimize the index system.The weights of the indicators were obtained by constructing the judgment matrix by analytic hierarchy process(AHP).Results The recovery rates of the two rounds of questionnaire were both 100%,and the authority coefficient was 0.87.The key monitoring drug rational use management evaluation index system was finally constructed to include three primary indicators[ex-ante management(0.253 6),in-process management(0.503 1),and ex-post management(0.243 2)],15 secondary indicators[including prescription review(0.302 6),formulate rational drug use norms(0.133 1),supernormal early warning management(0.103 2)],and 62 tertiary indicators[inclu-ding formulate strict prescription review rules(0.152 5),pharmacists prescription intervention strength(0.085 7)and effective-ness management(0.052 5)].and the index judgment matrix passed the consistency test.Conclusion The evaluation index system for the rational drug use management of key monitoring drugs constructed can satisfy the closed loop of the supervision and management process,achieve the prior reminder,monitoring,and post-supervision,and provide references for medical institutions to ensure the refinement and standardization of the management process.


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