1.Potential biological mechanisms underlying spaceflight-induced depression symptoms in astronauts.
Zejun LI ; Jin LIU ; Bangshan LIU ; Mi WANG ; Yumeng JU ; Yan ZHANG
Journal of Central South University(Medical Sciences) 2025;50(8):1355-1362
Long-term spaceflight exposes astronauts to multiple extreme environmental factors, such as cosmic radiation, microgravity, social isolation, and circadian rhythm disruption, that markedly increase the risk of depressive symptoms, posing a direct threat to mental health and mission safety. However, the underlying biological mechanisms remain complex and incompletely understood. The potential mechanisms of spaceflight-induced depressive symptoms involve multiple domains, including alterations in brain structure and function, dysregulation of neurotransmitters and neurotrophic factors, oxidative stress, neuroinflammation, neuroendocrine system imbalance, and gut microbiota disturbances. Collectively, these changes may constitute the biological foundation of depressive in astronauts during spaceflight. Space-related stressors may increase the risk of depressive symptoms through several pathways: impairing hippocampal neuroplasticity, suppressing dopaminergic and serotonergic system function, reducing neurotrophic factor expression, triggering oxidative stress and inflammatory responses, activating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, and disrupting gut microbiota homeostasis. Future research should integrate advanced technologies such as brain-computer interfaces to develop individualized monitoring and intervention strategies, enabling real-time detection and effective prevention of depressive symptoms to safeguard astronauts' psychological well-being and mission safety.
Space Flight
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Humans
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Astronauts/psychology*
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Depression/physiopathology*
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Gastrointestinal Microbiome
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Weightlessness/adverse effects*
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Oxidative Stress
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Brain/physiopathology*
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Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System
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Neuronal Plasticity
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Pituitary-Adrenal System
2.Prospects and technical challenges of non-invasive brain-computer interfaces in manned space missions.
Yumeng JU ; Jiajun LIU ; Zejun LI ; Yiming LIU ; Hairuo HE ; Jin LIU ; Bangshan LIU ; Mi WANG ; Yan ZHANG
Journal of Central South University(Medical Sciences) 2025;50(8):1363-1370
During long-duration manned space missions, the complex and extreme space environment exerts significant impacts on astronauts' physiological, psychological, and cognitive functions, thereby posing direct risks to mission safety and operational efficiency. As a key bridge between the brain and external devices, brain-computer interface (BCI) technology enables precise acquisition and interpretation of neural signals, offering a novel paradigm for human-machine collaboration in manned spaceflight. Non-invasive BCI technology shows broad application prospects across astronaut selection, mission training, in-orbit task execution, and post-mission rehabilitation. During mission preparation, multimodal signal assessment and neurofeedback training based on BCI can effectively enhance cognitive performance and psychological resilience. During mission execution, BCI can provide real-time monitoring of physiological and psychological states and enable intention-based device control, thereby improving operational efficiency and safety. In the post-mission rehabilitation phase, non-invasive BCI combined with neuromodulation may improve emotional and cognitive functions, support motor and cognitive recovery, and contribute to long-term health management. However, the application of BCI in space still faces challenges, including insufficient signal robustness, limited system adaptability, and suboptimal data processing efficiency. Looking forward, integrating multimodal physiological sensors with deep learning algorithms to achieve accurate monitoring and individualized intervention, and combining BCI with virtual reality and robotics to develop intelligent human-machine collaboration models, will provide more efficient support for space missions.
Brain-Computer Interfaces
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Humans
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Space Flight
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Astronauts/psychology*
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Neurofeedback
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Cognition
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Electroencephalography
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Man-Machine Systems
3.Network analysis of the relationship between perfectionism traits and mobile phone dependence among Chinese university students.
Zhengzong LIU ; Yanjun CHEN ; Jin LIU ; Xiaotian ZHAO ; Yumeng JU ; Bangshan LIU ; Yan ZHANG ; Jiao CHENG
Journal of Central South University(Medical Sciences) 2025;50(8):1418-1427
OBJECTIVES:
Mobile phone dependence has become increasingly prominent among university students, posing significant risks to their social functioning and mental health. Previous studies suggest that perfectionistic personality traits may be key psychological predictors of mobile phone dependence, but the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study aims to identify core symptoms of mobile phone dependence among university students and to examine the pattern of associations between different dimensions of perfectionism and mobile phone dependence.
METHODS:
A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted among 1404 university students nationwide. The Mobile Phone Involvement Questionnaire (MPIQ) and the Forst Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale (FMPS) were used to assess mobile phone use and perfectionism traits. The EBIC-GLASSO network model was constructed to analyze the network structure linking perfectionism and mobile phone dependence.
RESULTS:
A total of 56.48% of university students in the sample met the criteria for mobile phone dependence. The total FMPS score was positively correlated with the total MPIQ score (r=0.47, P<0.001). Results of multiple linear regression controlling for demographic variables showed that dimensions of FMPS score significantly predicted MPIQ score (all P<0.05). Network analysis revealed that the central dimension in perfectionism is "organization" (expected influence=2.69) and the core symptom of mobile phone dependence was "I lose track of how much I am using my smartphone" (expected influence= 0.78). Bridge centrality analysis identified "organization" as a key bridging factor linking perfectionism and mobile phone dependence (bridge strength=1.96). Among the symptom-to-symptom connections, "parental expectations" showed the strongest positive association with "arguments have arisen with others because of my mobile phone use" (partial correlation coefficient=0.15), serving as a risk factor. In contrast, "organization" was most strongly negatively associated with the same symptom (partial correlation coefficient=-0.13), serving as a protective factor, suggesting a protective effect.
CONCLUSIONS
Mobile phone dependence is common among college students and is primarily characterized by a lack of self-control in phone use. Although perfectionism is generally positively associated with mobile phone dependence, its internal dimensions appear to exert a dual effect. Specifically, "parental expectations" and "doubt over actions" may increase the risk of mobile phone dependence, whereas "organization" serves as a protective factor, particularly against interpersonal conflicts related to phone dependency.
Humans
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Perfectionism
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Students/psychology*
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Cell Phone
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Universities
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Cross-Sectional Studies
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Male
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Female
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Surveys and Questionnaires
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China
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Young Adult
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Adult
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Adolescent
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Personality
4.Clinical exploration and practice of a 16-step new model of comfortable supragingival scaling.
Yue CHEN ; Jinyang LI ; Yazheng WANG ; Jing LI ; Jin LIU ; Yumeng ZHOU ; Ang LI
West China Journal of Stomatology 2025;43(5):628-635
Comfortable supragingival scaling uses ultrasonic cleaning with sedation and minimally invasive techniques to minimize the negative emotions of patients and improve patient compliance. At present, there is still much room for optimization of the environment, equipment, and operation steps for the development of comfortable supragingival scaling. On this basis, the Department of Periodontology, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University proposed a 16-step new model of comfortable supragingival scaling. The new model incorporates adjustments to the previous model concerning the environment, equipment, operational procedures, process links and services, comprising 16 steps for optimization and innovation. Clinical practice has confirmed that the 16-step new model of comfortable supra-gingival scaling can significantly improve patient satisfaction and adherence to medical treatment, and it has good promotional value.
Humans
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Dental Scaling/instrumentation*
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Patient Satisfaction
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Patient Compliance
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Gingiva
5.Observation on the clinical effect of Tiaoshen Yangxin decoction in treating insomnia during perimenopause
China Modern Doctor 2024;62(30):66-69,90
Objective To observe the clinical effect of Tiaoshen Yangxin decoction on insomnia in perimenopausal patients with heart-kidney disharmony type.Methods From July 2022 to July 2023,60 patients with perimenopausal insomnia of heart-kidney disharmony type who met the diagnostic criteria were selected from Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province.The patients were divided into control group and experimental group by random number table method,30 cases in each group.The patients in control group were treated with Wuling capsule,and the patients in experimental group were treated with Tiaoshen Yangxin decoction.Before treatment and 8 weeks after treatment,the Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) score,Kupperman menopause index (KMI) score,Hamilton anxiety scale (HAMA) and TCM syndrome score were compared between two groups.Results After 8 weeks of treatment,the total effective rate of experimental group patients was 96.7%,which was higher than that of control group's 86.7% (x2=17.153,P=0.000);The scores of the symptom of hot flashes,sweating,insomnia,palpitations,etc.in experimental group patients were lower than those in control group (P<0.05);The HAMA score and TCM syndrome score of experimental group patients after treatment were lower than those of control group (P<0.05).Conclusion The curative effect of Tiaoshen Yangxin decoction on insomnia in perimenopausal patients is better than that of Wuling capsule.In addition,Tiaoshen Yangxin decoction can also improve the symptoms of hot flashes,sweating,palpitations in perimenopausal insomnia patients and relieve anxiety.
6.Monte Carlo simulation-based optimization of the rivaroxaban regimen for anticoagulation in patients with different classes of renal function
Qiaoling YU ; Weiwei ZHAI ; Yumeng LI ; Panpan JIN ; Bo QIU ; Huizhen WU
China Pharmacy 2024;35(24):3016-3022
OBJECTIVE To optimize the rivaroxaban dosing regimen for anticoagulation in patients with different renal function levels. METHODS The administration regimen was determined based on the drug instructions for rivaroxaban and the actual medication situation of the patient. The target concentration range and the subsection interval were established using rivaroxaban blood minimum concentration for patients from Hebei General Hospital and reference range of rivaroxaban laboratory monitoring concentration recommended by International Council for Standardization in Hematology. The probability of different dosing regimens in each target concentration range was investigated with Monte Carlo simulation using Oracle Crystal Ball software (V11.1.2.4). RESULTS A total of 97 patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation were enrolled and the minimum concentration of rivaroxaban was tested 125 times with a median trough concentration of 32.2 ng/mL; a total of 121 patients with venous thrombosis were enrolled and the minimum concentration was tested 159 times with a median minimum concentration of 31.0 ng/mL. The reference range for steady-state minimum concentration in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation was 12-137 and 3-153 ng/mL, while the reference range for steady-state minimum concentration in patients with venous thrombosis was 6-239 and 3-224 ng/mL. Monte Carlo simulation results showed that in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation, the optimal rivaroxaban dosing regimen for patients with glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) 0-30 mL/min was 5 mg once daily; for patients with eGFR>30-60 mL/min, the optimal dosing regimen was 10-20 mg once daily or 5 mg twice daily; for patients with eGFR>60-90 mL/min, the optimal dosing regimen was 15-30 mg once daily or 5-10 mg twice daily; for patients with eGFR>90-120 mL/min, the optimal dosing regimen was 25-30 mg once daily or 5-15 mg twice daily. For patients with venous thrombosis, it is not recommended to use rivaroxaban more than 5 mg once daily for patients with eGFR 0-30 mL/min; the optimal dosing regimens of rivaroxaban were 5 mg once daily for patients with eGFR>30-60 mL/min, 25- 30 mg once daily or 5-15 mg twice daily for patients with eGFR>60-90 mL/min, 10-15 mg twice daily for patients with eGFR> 90-120 mL/min. CONCLUSIONS Rivaroxaban should be selected carefully as the anticoagulants for patients with severe renal function impairment. Rivaroxaban possesses a wide reference range in the minimum concentration and considerable individual variability. The dosage and frequency of rivaroxaban can be personalized through the Monte Carlo simulation method, taking into account patients’ renal function.
7.A visual RT-LAMP-VF method for detection of Zika virus nucleic acid
Yumeng SONG ; Pei HUANG ; Hongli JIN ; Cuicui JIAO ; Yujie BAI ; Mengyao ZHANG ; Zhiyuan GONG ; Yuanyuan LI ; Haili ZHANG ; Hualei WANG
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2024;44(8):1698-1703
To establish a simple,convenient,sensitive,and specific method for rapid detection of Zi-ka virus(ZIKV),the whole genome sequences of ZIKV isolated from different times and regions were analyzed.The specific primers and probes were designed based on the screened target se-quences located in the conserved region of the ZIKV NS5 gene.By combining RT-LAMP isother-mal amplification technology and immunochromatography technology,a reverse transcription loop mediated isothermal amplification nucleic acid and flow visualization strip(RT-LAMP-VF)detec-tion method for ZIKV was established.The results showed that the method had good specificity and sensitivity.When the ratio of inner,outer,and ring primers(FIP∶LF∶F3)was 4∶2∶1,the detection method can specifically detect 102 copies/pL RNA transcripts or 2.15 pfu ZIKV at 61 ℃for 45 minutes,with no cross reaction with other flaviviruses such as Japanese encephalitis virus and classical swine fever virus.Other RNAs in blood tissue samples did not affect the sensitivity and specificity of RT-LAMP-VF,indicating that the method can be applied to clinical practice.The ZIKV RT-LAMP-VF detection method established in this study is easy to perform and does not require special instruments and equipment.It is particularly suitable for the rapid detection of ZIKV in grassroots units,providing technical support and material support for the establishment of on-site rapid detection and early warning and prediction systems for ZIKV disease.
8.Distribution of pathological types and epidemiological characteristics based on kidney biopsy in Northwest China
Yunlong QIN ; Jin ZHAO ; Xiao WEI ; Yuwei WANG ; Zixian YU ; Yumeng ZHANG ; Shiren SUN
Kidney Research and Clinical Practice 2023;42(1):63-74
The spectrum of biopsy-confirmed kidney disease varies with regions and periods. We describe the distribution of pathological types and epidemiological characteristics of kidney diseases in Northwest China due to regional differences in geographical environment, social economy, and dietary habits. Methods: Kidney biopsy cases from 2005 to 2020 in Xijing Hospital were retrospectively analyzed. Pathological characteristics of patients in different periods were analyzed using the t test or chi-square test. Joinpoint regression was used to analyze trends in pathological types and disease spectrum. Results: A total of 10,528 eligible patients were included. Primary glomerular disease (PGD) accounted for the majority of the cases and exhibited an obvious downward trend, whereas secondary glomerular disease (SGD) showed an obvious upward trend. Among PGD, immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) remained the most common pathological type, and the detection rate of membranous nephropathy (MN) was significantly increased. Among SGD, Henoch-Schönlein purpura nephritis (HSPN) was the most common pathological type and may present a significant characteristic of Northwest China. Diabetic nephropathy (DN) exhibited the most obvious upward trend in the whole process, whereas the fastest growth since 2012 was in hypertensive nephropathy. Conclusion: The proportion of SGD increased whereas PGD declined. IgAN remained the most common PGD, and HSPN was the most common SGD. MN and DN showed the most obvious upward trend among PGD and SGD, respectively. Changes in the spectrum of kidney disease, especially the constituent ratio of SGD, pose a great challenge to public health.
9.18F-FDG PET/CT combined with tumor markers for diagnosis of non stage ⅠA limited-stage small cell lung cancer
Shuai LIN ; Yumeng JIANG ; Qi WANG ; Wenwen JIANG ; Chaowei LI ; Fei JIN ; Lei ZENG ; Cuiyu LIU ; Haiying ZHANG ; Na FANG ; Yanli WANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2023;39(12):1813-1818
Objective To observe the value of 18F-FDG PET/CT combined with tumor markers for diagnosis of non stageⅠ A limited-stage small cell lung cancer(LS-SCLC).Methods Totally 87 cases of non stage Ⅰ A LS-SCLC(LS-SCLC group),137 of non stage Ⅰ A non-small cell lung cancer(NSCLC,NSCLC group)and 48 cases of pulmonary inflammatory lesions(inflammatory group)were enrolled.Patients'general data,tumor marker levels and PET/CT findings were comparatively analyzed.Logistic regression analysis was performed to evaluate the efficacy of parameters for diagnosing non stage Ⅰ A LS-SCLC.Results There were significant differences of patients'age,neuron-specific enolase(NSE),pro-gastrin-releasing peptide(ProGRP),carcinoembryonic antigen(CEA),squamous cell carcinoma antigen(SCCA)and cytokeratin-19-fragment(CYFRA21-1),as well as of the maximum lesion diameter,maximum standard uptake value(SUVmax),morphology,spiculation sign,relationship between long axis and bronchus,lymph node fusion and proportion of lymph node with higher SUVmax than primary lesion among 3 groups(all P<0.05).The area under the curve(AUC)of the combination of spiculation sign,NSE>23.5 μg/L,ProGRP>111.8 ng/L,SCCA≤2.5 μg/L and CYFRA21-1≤7.4 μg/L for differentiating LS-SCLC and NSCLC was 0.91,higher than that of each single parameter(all P<0.05).AUC of the combination of SUVmax>8.1,NSE>19.4 μg/L,ProGRP>72.5 ng/L and lymph node fusion for differentiating LS-SCLC and pulmonary inflammatory lesions was 0.99,higher than each single parameter(all P<0.05).Conclusion 18F-FDG PET/CT combined with tumor markers ProGRP and NSE was helpful for diagnosing non stage ⅠA LS-SCLC.
10.Impact of global budget on the medical care flow and fund allocation of non-compact medical communities from the perspective of symbiosis
Yumeng ZHANG ; Kunhe LIN ; Zhengdong ZHONG ; Yifan YAO ; Yingbei XIONG ; Jin ZHOU ; Li XIANG
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration 2023;39(11):804-809
Objective:To analyze the impact of global budget on the medical flow treatment and fund allocation in a non-compact medical community based on the symbiosis theory, so as to provide references for relevant authorities to formulate policies for the medical community.Methods:Data on outpatient and emergency visits, discharges, and medical insurance fund usage of the leading hospital and primary medical and health institutions in a non-compact medical community were collected from the health information system of a certain city. The time range of the data spanned from January 2017 to December 2019. The total budget was implemented in April 2018. The symbiotic system of the non-compact medical community was analyzed based on the theory of symbiosis. Descriptive analysis and intermittent time series segmented regression model were used to analyze the changes in indexes related to the flow of medical treatment and fund allocation between the leading hospital and primary institutions under the global budget.Results:The non-compact medical community′s symbiotic system had developed a continuous symbiotic model in organization and an asymmetric reciprocal symbiotic model in behavior. From the perspective of medical treatment flow, the number of outpatient and emergency visits of leading hospital and primary institutions in the medical community showed an upward trend, with little change in the number of discharged patients from 2017 to 2019; The number of patients transferred by the leading hospital increased from 32 in 2017 to 87 in 2019. According to the analysis of the intermittent time series segmented regression model, after the implementation of global budget, the proportion of outpatient and emergency visits in leading hospital was decreased ( β3=-0.43, P<0.05), the proportion of outpatient and emergency visits in primary institutions was on the rise ( β3= 0.02, P<0.05). In terms of fund allocation, the share of health insurance fund of the leading hospital increased from 45.98% in 2017 to 46.51% in 2019, and the primary medical and health institutions decreased from 23.44% to 18.06%, as well as the ratio of per capita income of primary medical and health institutions to that of leading hospitals was decreased from 72.62% to 60.79%. Conclusions:Under the global budget, the outpatient and emergency medical treatment flow in a non-compact medical community had been optimized. However, there was an uneven distribution of funds among medical institutions at all levels. Thus it was recommended to continue to give full play to the positive incentive effect of the global budget, establish a scientific mechanism for distributing benefits, and strengthen supervision and management.

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