稳定同位素技术在禽类及其制品溯源领域的研究进展

本文基于国内外禽类及其制品溯源的研究成果，针对市场上出现的禽类及其制品的产地和饲养方式造假（如普通鸡蛋冒充地理标志鸡蛋、自由散养鸡蛋、有机鸡蛋等）、禽类饲料成分掺假（如非法添加动物副产品、色素等）等问题，梳理了稳定同位素技术在禽类及其制品可追溯性的应用进展，在此基础上提出禽类及其制品溯源的现存问题和发展方向，以期为稳定同位素技术在禽类及其制品质量安全领域的深入研究及食品溯源体系完善提供参考。     

Dynamic Stabilization of DNA Assembly by Using Pyrrole-Imidazole Polyamide

We used N-methylpyrrole (Py)-N-methylimidazole-(Im) polyamide as an exogenous agent to modulate the formation of DNA assemblies at specific double-stranded sequences. The concept was demonstrated on the hybridization chain reaction that forms linear DNA. Through a series of melting curve analyses, we demonstrated that the binding of Py−Im polyamide positively influenced both the HCR initiation and elongation steps. In particular, Py−Im polyamide was found to drastically stabilize the DNA duplex such that its thermal stability approached that of an equivalent hairpin structure. Also, the polyamide served as an anchor between hairpin pairs in the HCR assembly, thus improving the originally weak interstrand stability. We hope that these proof-of-concept results can inspire future use of Py−Im polyamide as a molecular tool to modulate the formation of DNA assemblies.     

两性霉素B补料分批发酵工艺优化

为大幅提高产两性霉素B菌株的发酵产抗水平,对外源性短链脂肪酸类前体物质及其添加时机、添加量进行优化,得到了两性霉素B补料分批发酵工艺,即在产两性霉素B菌株发酵培养24～56 h左右,一次性补入2～4 g·L~(-1)(以发酵液总量计)的丙酸钠。该工艺解决了两性霉素B生物合成途径中内酯环形成的关键性因素,大幅提高了产两性霉素B菌株的发酵产抗水平。经15 t生产罐验证,最终实现了连续3批平均放罐效价达10 977μg·mL~(-1)的发酵产抗水平,与采用原发酵工艺的生产罐批相比,放罐效价提高了39.4%。     

Coagulation process in Manchega sheep milk from Spain: A path analysis approach

Characteristics of sheep milk are of great interest for the dairy industry, as almost the totality of production is intended for cheesemaking. However, the existing relationships between these variables are complex. This study assessed composition, hygienic quality, coagulation properties, and curd yield of 1,200 individual Manchega sheep milk samples. The aim was to compare the effect of composition and hygienic quality on coagulation and curdling, and to evaluate the relationship between curd yields and the coagulation process and the effect of other features by using path analysis methodologies. Outcomes proved path analysis to be a useful and effective tool to assess these relationships through direct and indirect paths within the same model. Results showed that the factors that had a direct influence on milk coagulation were lactose concentration, casein content, and initial pH of milk. Contrastingly, somatic cells did not seem to have any effect (direct or indirect) on the coagulation process. Factors that directly affected curd yield were fat content, lactose concentration, casein content, and curd moisture. However, technological parameters showed little effect over curd yield.     

Influence of Alkaline Additives and Buffers on Mineral Trapping of CO2 under Mild Conditions

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) gas is the main contributor to climate change. CO₂ storage in underground brines and oil‐field brines by mineral trapping has been considered as a promising alternative in order to reduce CO₂ emissions. However, permanent storage of CO₂ in stable carbonate minerals is greatly dependent on brine pH, being favored over an alkaline pH. The effect of alkaline additives (NaOH, KOH, CaO) and buffer solutions (NaHCO₃/NaOH, Na₂HPO₄/NaOH, NH₄Cl/NH₄OH) on the mineral trapping of CO₂ under mild conditions using a synthetic brine is investigated. The results indicate that both NaOH+NH₄Cl/NH₄OH and KOH+NH₄Cl/NH₄OH mixtures promote precipitation mainly of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃).     

船用重油多元模型燃料的构建与验证

为了复现实际船用重油燃料燃烧特性，基于化学解构法原理，提出了重油多元模型燃料。选择了正十四烷、2,6,10-三甲基十二烷、四氢化萘和正癸基苯作为基础燃料，表征实际重油的正构烷烃、异构烷烃、环烷烃和芳烃成分。模型燃料的比例依据带权欧几里得距离算法进行最优化求解。针对发展的多元模型燃料，基于流动反应器试验平台对模型燃料的中低温氧化特性进行点对点比较，多组分模型燃料成功复现了典型反应物、中间产物和生成物浓度随温度变化的趋势。基于“解耦法”的机理简化方法，发展了重油多组分模型燃料骨架机理。该机理成功预测了重油馏分的中低温氧化特性。基于该骨架机理进行敏感性分析，得到出烷烃类自由基主导的基元反应对重油碳烟生成密切相关。此外，基于定容燃烧装置数值仿真结果，证明了重油多组分模型燃料对近发动机条件下的喷雾燃烧过程具有较高的预测能力。     

Interlayer Engineering of Molybdenum Trioxide toward High‐Capacity and Stable Sodium Ion Half/Full Batteries

Orthorhombic molybdenum trioxide (MoO₃) is one of the most promising anode materials for sodium‐ion batteries because of its rich chemistry associated with multiple valence states and intriguing layered structure. However, MoO₃ still suffers from the low rate capability and poor cycle induced by pulverization during de/sodiation. An ingenious two‐step synthesis strategy to fine tune the layer structure of MoO₃ targeting stable and fast sodium ionic diffusion channels is reported here. By integrating partially reduction and organic molecule intercalation methodologies, the interlayer spacing of MoO₃ is remarkably enlarged to 10.40 Å and the layer structural integration are reinforced by dimercapto groups of bismuththiol molecules. Comprehensive characterizations and density functional theory calculations prove that the intercalated bismuththiol (DMcT) molecules substantially enhanced electronic conductivity and effectively shield the electrostatic interaction between Na⁺ and the MoO₃ host by conjugated double bond, resulting in improved Na⁺ insertion/extraction kinetics. Benefiting from these features, the newly devised layered MoO₃ electrode achieves excellent long‐term cycling stability and outstanding rate performance. These achievements are of vital significance for the preparation of sodium‐ion battery anode materials with high‐rate capability and long cycling life using intercalation chemistry.     

Nanoparticle Conjugation of Ginsenoside Rg3 Inhibits Hepatocellular Carcinoma Development and Metastasis

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of cancer‐related death worldwide. The prognosis of HCC remains very poor; thus, an effective treatment remains urgent. Herein, a type of nanomedicine is developed by conjugating Fe@Fe₃O₄ nanoparticles with ginsenoside Rg3 (NpRg3), which achieves an excellent coupling effect. In the dimethylnitrosamine‐induced HCC model, NpRg3 application significantly prolongs the survival of HCC mice. Further research indicates that NpRg3 application significantly inhibits HCC development and eliminates HCC metastasis to the lung. Notably, NpRg3 application delays HCC‐induced ileocecal morphology and gut microbial alterations more than 12 weeks during HCC progression. NpRg3 administration elevates the abundance of Bacteroidetes and Verrucomicrobia, but decreases Firmicutes. Twenty‐nine predicted microbial gene functions are enriched, while seven gene functions are reduced after NpRg3 administration. Moreover, the metabolomics profile presents a significant progression during HCC development, but NpRg3 administration corrects tumor‐dominant metabolomics. NpRg3 administration decreases 3‐indolepropionic acid and urea, but elevates free fatty acids. Importantly, NpRg3 application remodels the unbalanced correlation networks between gut microbiota and metabolism during HCC therapy. In conclusion, nanoparticle conjugation of ginsenoside Rg3 inhibits HCC development and metastasis via the remodeling of unbalanced gut microbiota and metabolism in vivo, providing an antitumor therapy strategy.