Yangzhou University

Integrating multimodal dot product fusion with conditional generative adversarial network to build a C-P-S-P chain in Mg alloys

Establishing quantitative relationships among composition, process, structure, and property (C-P-S-P) is a fundamental challenge in materials science, yet conventional models relying solely on numerical data fail to capture microstructural spatial heterogeneity, limiting predicti...

Dual-edged swords: a qualitative study of protective and risk factors shaping mental health among Chinese health professions students

Abstract Background Mental health challenges among health professions students are a global concern, yet how these challenges manifest within socio-cultural contexts like China remains underexplored. This study utilised Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory to investigate th...

Identification and Structure–Activity Relationship of a Novel Dermatoxin-like Antimicrobial Peptide with Partial LPS-Mediated Membrane Interaction

The rapid emergence of antimicrobial resistance necessitates the development of novel antimicrobial agents with improved efficacy and selectivity. In this study, a dermatoxin-like peptide, dermatoxin-PD1, was identified from the skin secretion of Pachymedusa dacnicolor, and its s...

Gas–Solid Two-Phase Flow-Induced Pipeline Wear in CAES: Enhancing Long-Term Durability for Energy Conversion and Storage Integration

In salt cavern compressed air energy storage (CAES) systems, slag particles entrained by high-pressure airflow can cause pipeline wear and flow instability, posing challenges to long-term operational safety. However, direct experimental studies are constrained by high-pressure, l...

YOLOv8-EMA-P2: An Enhanced Deep Learning Framework for Wheat Grain Detection and Counting from Single-Spike Images

The number of grains per spike is a critical determinant of wheat yield and plays an important role in phenotyping, breeding evaluation, and yield-related trait analysis. However, conventional grain counting methods rely on manual operation, which is time-consuming, labor-intensi...

Predictive value of C-reactive protein for progression from prehypertension to hypertension: a prospective cohort study based on the CHARLS database

Abstract Background The key to preventing and treating hypertension is predicting the progression of prehypertension and implementing preventive and control measures. Whether C-reactive protein (CRP) can predict the progression from prehypertension to hypertension remains to be c...

Association between PCSK9 and post-stroke cognitive impairment: a retrospective cohort study and predictive models establishment based on machine learning

Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) has gained increasing attention due to its involvement in lipid metabolism and neuroinflammation regulation. High PCSK9 levels are linked to an elevated risk of cerebrovascular events and small vessel diseases. However, system...

Leveraging Deep Reinforcement Learning to Facilitate the Transition from Knowledge Diversity to Knowledge Creation in Construction Project Teams

Abstract Knowledge diversity is essential for innovation in construction project teams, yet translating it into tangible outcomes remains challenging. Traditional management theories and static methods often fail to provide dynamic solutions. This study addresses the issue throug...

Genomic Landscape of Phenotypes Causally Associated with Night Shift Work

Objective: To apply an MR-PheWAS to infer causality between NSW and multiple health outcomes. Methods: This study used MR-PheWAS to assess the causal effects of NSW on 18,115 health traits, applying IVW, MR-Egger, Wald ratio, and sensitivity analyses to classify associations by e...

Response of yield, water and fertilizer use efficiency of sweet potato to different drip fertigation regimes under mulching conditions in a humid region of East China

Developing precise irrigation and fertilization regimes is essential for sustaining sweet potato productivity, particularly in humid regions where rainfall variability complicates soil nutrient and water resource management. A two-year field experiment was conducted to investigat...

Network‐Structured All Organic Composite for High‐Temperature Capacitive Energy Storage

ABSTRACT High‐temperature dielectric polymers are promising for advanced power electronics and electrical systems but often suffer from thermally activated charge transport and breakdown under harsh operating conditions. Here, we demonstrate that high‐loading low‐molecular‐weight...

The pivotal role of the food service industry in alleviating urban segregation and boosting city vitality

Abstract Urban segregation challenges the sustainable and inclusive development of cities, yet little is known about how to address it effectively. This study examines how restaurants in Chengdu, China, a city renowned for its vibrant food culture, shape social interactions in da...

PsAOS3 Enhances High-Temperature Tolerance of Tree Peony by Promoting JA Accumulation

High-temperature stress severely restricts plant growth and development by inducing oxidative damage and photosynthetic inhibition. Allene oxide synthase (AOS) is a key enzyme in jasmonic acid (JA) biosynthesis, yet its role in the high-temperature stress response of woody orname...

Factors associated with Gleason score upgrading in biopsy-proven Gleason 6 prostate cancer: a retrospective cohort study

The present study aims to evaluate the incidence and risk factors of postoperative pathological upgrading in patients with biopsy Gleason score 6(bGS6), and to explore whether relevant clinical parameters can stratify patients at high risk of upgrading. A total of 241 patients wh...

Nomogram for predicting the response of modified electroconvulsive therapy in patients with bipolar depressive episodes: a retrospective cohort study

Depressive episodes are a major manifestation of bipolar disorder, a common mental illness associated with substantial morbidity and premature mortality. Modified electroconvulsive therapy (MECT) is an effective physical treatment for bipolar depressive episodes. However, the cli...

Calcium Phosphate Nanoparticle Delivery of siTRIB3 Inhibits EMT and Stemness in NSCLC

Background: TRIB3 is upregulated in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and associates with worse survival, yet targeted therapeutics remain lacking. Calcium phosphate (CaP) nanoparticles offer biocompatible, serum-stable delivery for siRNA therapy. Here, we developed CaP nanopart...