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| 1 | MicroRNA171c-Targeted SCL6-Ⅱ, SCL6-Ⅲ, and SCL6-Ⅳ Genes Regulate Shoot Branching in Arabidopsis显示文摘 | Long Wang Yan-Xia Mai Yan-Chun Zhang Qian Luo Hong-Quan Yang | 2010 | Molecular Plant2010,3,5: | 34 |
| 2 | Geochemistry and SHRIMP Zircon U-Pb Age of Post-Collisional Granites in the Southwest Tianshan Orogenic Belt of China:Examples from the Heiyingshan and Laohutai Plutons显示文摘摘要:Heiyingshan 花岗石和在西南 Tianshan 暴露的 Laohutai 花岗石 plutons geochemically 类似于 A 类型花岗石。分析证明两个是 ferron calc-alkalic peraluminous 或 ferron 有 SiO2 的相对高的集中的碱钙的 peraluminous (>70%) ,高碱内容(Na2O + K2O =7.14%-8.56% ;K2O > N2O;A/CNK = 0.99-1.20 ) ,并且在 Eu, Ba, Sr, P 和 Ti 的显著否定 anomales。285 楡? 汐瑵湯 ? 的虾锆石 U-Pb 年龄 ? 鯄 ? 鯄?? | LONG Lingli GAO Jun WANG Jingbin QIAN Qing XIONG Xianming WANG Yuwang WANG Lijuan GAO Liming | 2008 | Acta Geologica Sinica(English Edition)2008,82,2: | 19 |
| 3 | Soil contamination with antibiotics in a typical peri-urban area in eastern China: Seasonal variation, risk assessment, and microbial responses显示文摘The prevalence and persistence of antibiotics in soils has become an emerging environmental issue and an increasing threat to soil security and global public health. The problem is more severe in areas undergoing rapid urbanization; however, the ecological risks of antibiotics,seasonal variability, and associated soil microbial responses in peri-urban soils have not been well-explored. The seasonal soil sampling campaigns were conducted in a typical peri-urban watershed in eastern China to investigate distribution of antibiotics. The results demonstrated higher mean concentrations of most antibiotic compounds in winter than in summer in periurban soils. The seasonal variations of norfloxacin, enrofloxacin, and ciprofloxacin were more significant than those of other antibiotics, due to their higher migration ability and bioavailability.An ecological risk assessment demonstrated that chlortetracycline, ciprofloxacin, doxycycline,and ofloxacin can pose high risks to soil microorganisms. Furthermore, the coexistence of multiple antibiotics obviously poses higher risks than individual compounds. A redundancy analysis demonstrated that tetracyclines mainly showed negative correlations with Firmicutes and Chloroflexi, and quinolones showed obviously negative correlations with Acidobacteria,Gemmatimonadetes, and Nitrospirae, suggesting potential inhibition from antibiotics on biological activities or biodegradation processes. However, the persistence of antibiotics in soil results in a significant decrease in bacterial diversity and a change in dominant species.Our results provide an overview of the seasonal variability of antibiotics and the associated effects on bacterial communities in peri-urban soils. The results can provide scientific guidance on decreasing soil contamination with antibiotics to enhance soil security in similar areas. | Fangkai Zhao Lei Yang Liding Chen Qian Xiang Shoujuan Li Long Sun Xinwei Yu Li Fang | 2019 | Journal of Environmental Sciences2019,31,5: | 19 |
| 4 | Clinical value of preoperative methylated septin 9 in Chinese colorectal cancer patients显示文摘BACKGROUND The methylated septin 9(mSEPT9) assay was the first blood-based test approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration as a colorectal screening test.However, the diagnostic and prognostic role of preoperative mSEPT9 for colorectal cancer(CRC) in Chinese patients is still unknown.AIM To improve the understanding of diagnostic and prognostic factors, serum m SEPT9 was detected in Chinese CRC patients.METHODS A retrospective analysis of 354 cases, of which 300 had CRC and 54 were normal,was performed in China. Patients' characteristics, treatments, and laboratory data, including age, the date of surgery, Union for International Cancer Control(UICC) stages, distant metastasis(M), and so on, were collected. Methylation levels of SEPT9 were quantified by quantitative, methylation-specific polymerase chain reaction before surgery. In addition, the effects of mSEPT9 on the occurrence and prognosis of 330 CRC cases from The Cancer Genome Atlas(TCGA) database were evaluated using bioinformatics analyses. Potential prognostic factors for overall survival(OS) and progression-free survival(PFS)were evaluated by Kaplan-Meier univariate analysis.RESULTSIn Chinese CRC patients, positive mSEPT9 was strongly associated with advanced UICC stages, deeper invasion by the primary tumor, and more distant metastasis. Methylation levels of SEPT9 were stage-dependent and showed a stepwise increase in UICC stages(I–IV), primary tumor categories(T1–T4),regional node categories(N0–N2), and distant metastasis categories(M0–M1).The patients with positive mSEPT9 showed a tendency toward lower PFS. After analyzing TCGA clinical data, the high mSEPT9 group was found to be obviously correlated only with more distant metastasis. The patients with high mSEPT9 levels showed a tendency toward lower OS. Besides, nine meaningful mSEPT9 sites were found to provide guidance for the follow-up studies.CONCLUSION MSEPT9 analysis may add valuable information to current tumor staging. Serum m SEPT9 in Chinese CRC patients appears to offer promising novel prognostic markers and might be considered for monitoring CRC recurrence. | Xue Yang Zhi-Jie Xu Xi Chen Shuang-Shuang Zeng Long Qian Jie Wei Mei Peng Xiang Wang Wan-Li Liu Hong-Ying Ma Zhi-Cheng Gong Yuan-Liang Yan | 2019 | World Journal of Gastroenterology2019,25,17: | 16 |
| 5 | Notch signaling pathway:architecture,disease,and therapeutics显示文摘The NOTCH gene was identified approximately 110 years ago.Classical studies have revealed that NOTCH signaling is an evolutionarily conserved pathway.NOTCH receptors undergo three cleavages and translocate into the nucleus to regulate the transcription of target genes.NOTCH signaling deeply participates in the development and homeostasis of multiple tissues and organs,the aberration of which results in cancerous and noncancerous diseases.However,recent studies indicate that the outcomes of NOTCH signaling are changeable and highly dependent on context.In terms of cancers,NOTCH signaling can both promote and inhibit tumor development in various types of cancer.The overall performance of NOTCH-targeted therapies in clinical trials has failed to meet expectations.Additionally,NOTCH mutation has been proposed as a predictive biomarker for immune checkpoint blockade therapy in many cancers.Collectively,the NOTCH pathway needs to be integrally assessed with new perspectives to inspire discoveries and applications.In this review,we focus on both classical and the latest findings related to NOTCH signaling to illustrate the history,architecture,regulatory mechanisms,contributions to physiological development,related diseases,and therapeutic applications of the NOTCH pathway.The contributions of NOTCH signaling to the tumor immune microenvironment and cancer immunotherapy are also highlighted.We hope this review will help not only beginners but also experts to systematically and thoroughly understand the NOTCH signaling pathway. | Binghan Zhou Wanling Lin Yaling Long Yunkai Yang Huan Zhang Kongming Wu Qian Chu | 2022 | Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy2022,7,4: | 14 |
| 6 | Geologic characteristics of the Chang'E-3 exploration region显示文摘We present topographic,geomorphologic and compositional characteristics of a 1°×1°(~660 km2)region centered near the landing site of Chang’E-3 using the highest spatial resolution data available.We analyze the topography and slope using Digital Terrain Model(DTM)generated from Terrain Camera(TC)images.The exploration region is overall relatively flat and the elevation difference is less than 300 m,and the slopes of 80%area are less than 5°.Impact craters in the exploration region are classified into four types based on their degradation states.We investigate the wrinkle ridges visible in the exploration region in detail using TC and Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter(LRO)Narrow Angle Camera(NAC)images.We calculate FeO and TiO2 abundances using Multispectral Imager(MI)data,and confirm two basaltic units:the northern part belongs to Imbrian low-Ti/very-low-Ti mare basalts,and the southern part is Eratosthenian low-Ti/high-Ti mare basalts.Finally,we produce a geological map and propose the geologic evolution of the exploration region.We also suggest several rover traverses to explore interesting targets and maximize the potential scientific output. | ZHAO JianNan HUANG Jun QIAO Le XIAO ZhiYong HUANG Qian WANG Jiang HE Qi XIAO Long | 2014 | Science China(Physics,Mechanics & Astronomy)2014,57,3: | 14 |
| 7 | DNA storage:research landscape and future prospects显示文摘The global demand for data storage is currently outpacing the world’s storage capabilities.DNA,the carrier of natural genetic information,offers a stable,resource-and energy-efficient and sustainable data storage solution.In this review,we summarize the fundamental theory,research history,and technical challenges of DNA storage.From a quantitative perspective,we evaluate the prospect of DNA,and organic polymers in general,as a novel class of data storage medium. | Yiming Dong Fajia Sun Zhi Ping Qi Ouyang Long Qian | 2020 | National Science Review2020,7,6: | 12 |
| 8 | Diagnostic accuracy of transient elastography (Fibro Scan) in detection of esophageal varices in patients with cirrhosis: A meta-analysis显示文摘AIM To investigate the diagnostic accuracy of Fibro Scan(FS) in detecting esophageal varices(EV) in cirrhotic patients.METHODS Through a systemic literature search of multiple databases, we reviewed 15 studies using endoscopy as a reference standard, with the data necessary to calculate pooled sensitivity(SEN) and specificity(SPE), positive and negative LR, diagnostic odds ratio(DOR) and area under receiver operating characteristics(AUROC). The quality of the studies was rated by the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy studies-2 tool. Clinical utility of FS for EV was evaluated by a Fagan plot. Heterogeneity was explored using meta-regression and subgroup analysis. All statistical analyses were conducted via Stata12.0, MetaD isc1.4 and RevM an5.RESULTS In 15 studies(n = 2697), FS detected the presence of EV with the summary sensitivities of 84%(95%CI: 81.0%-86.0%), specificities of 62%(95%CI: 58.0%-66.0%), a positive LR of 2.3(95%CI: 1.81-2.94), a negative LR of 0.26(95%CI: 0.19-0.35), a DOR of 9.33(95%CI: 5.84-14.92) and an AUROC of 0.8262. FS diagnosed the presence of large EV with the pooled SEN of 0.78(95%CI: 75.0%-81.0%), SPE of 0.76(95%CI: 73.0%-78.0%), a positive and negative LR of 3.03(95%CI: 2.38-3.86) and 0.30(95%CI: 0.23-0.39) respectively, a summary diagnostic OR of 10.69(95%CI: 6.81-16.78), and an AUROC of 0.8321. A meta-regression and subgroup analysis indicated different etiology could serve as a potential source of heterogeneity in the diagnosis of the presence of EV group. A Deek's funnel plot suggested a low probability for publication bias.CONCLUSION Using FS to measure liver stiffness cannot provide high accuracy for the size of EV due to the various cutoff and different etiologies. These limitations preclude widespread use in clinical practice at this time; therefore, the results should be interpreted cautiously given its SEN and SPE. | Ke Pu Jing-Hong Shi Xu Wang Qian Tang Xin-Jie Wang Kai-Lin Tang Zhong-Qi Long Xing-Sheng Hu | 2017 | World Journal of Gastroenterology2017,23,2: | 12 |
| 9 | Comparison of gut-associated and nest-associated microbial communities of a fungus-growing termite (Odontotermes yunnanensis)显示文摘 | Yan-Hua Long Lei Xie Ning Liu Xing Yan Ming-Hui Li Mei-Zhen Fan Qian Wang | 2010 | Insect Science2010,17,3: | 11 |
| 10 | Xa7, a new executor R gene that confers durable and broad-spectrum resistance to bacterial blight disease in rice显示文摘Bacterial blight(BB)is a globally devastating rice disease caused by Xanthomonas oryzae pv.oryzae(Xoo).The use of disease resistance(R)genes in rice breeding is an effective and economical strategy for the control of this disease.Nevertheless,a majority of R genes lack durable resistance for long-term use under global warming conditions.Here,we report the isolation of a novel executor R gene,Xa7,that confers extremely durable,broad-spectrum,and heat-tolerant resistance to Xoo.The expression of Xa7 was induced by incompatible Xoo strains that secreted the transcription activator-like effector(TALE)AvrXa7 or PthXo3,which recognized effector binding elements(EBEs)in the Xa7 promoter.Furthermore,Xa7 induction was faster and stronger under high temperatures.Overexpression of Xa7 or co-transformation of Xa7 with avrXa7 triggered a hypersensitive response in plants.Constitutive expression of Xa7 activated a defense response in the absence of Xoo but inhibited the growth of transgenic rice plants.In addition,analysis of over 3000 rice varieties showed that the Xa7 locuswas found primarily in the indica and aus subgroups.A variation consisting of an 11-bp insertion and a base substitution(G to T)was found in EBEAvrXa7 in the tested varieties,resulting in a loss of Xa7 BB resistance.Through a decade of effort,we have identified an important BB resistance gene and characterized its distinctive interaction with Xoo strains;these findings will greatly facilitate research on the molecular mechanism of Xa7-mediated resistance and promote the use of this valuable gene in breeding. | Xifeng Chen Pengcheng Liu Le Mei Xiaoling He Long Chen Hui Liu Shurong Shen Zhandong Ji Xixi Zheng Yuchen Zhang Zhenyu Gao Dali Zeng Qian Qian Bojun Ma | 2021 | Plant Communications2021,2,3: | 9 |
| 11 | Properties of High Basicity Mold Fluxes for Peritectic Steel Slab Casting显示文摘In high speed continuous casting of peritectic steel slabs,mold fluxes with high basicity are required for less surface defect product.However,the basicity of remaining liquid slag film tends to decrease in casting process because of the crystallization of 3CaO·2SiO2·CaF2.Thus,a way is put forward to improve mold fluxes' properties by raising the original basicity.In order to confirm the possibility of this method,the effect of rising original basicity on the properties of mold fluxes is discussed.Properties of high fluorine based mold fluxes with different basicities and contents of CaF2,Na2O,and MgO were measured,respectively.Then,properties of higher basicity mold fluxes were discussed and compared with traditional ones.The results show that increasing the basicity index can improve the melting and flow property of mold fluxes.With the increasing basicity,crystallization rate of mold fluxes increases obviously and crystallization temperature tends to decrease when the basicity exceeds 1.35.The method presented before is proved as a potential way to resolve the contradiction between horizontal heat transfer controlling and solidified shell lubricating for peritectic steel slab casting.But further study on improving the flow property of liquid slag is needed.This work can be used to guide mold fluxes design for high speed continuous casting of peritectic steel slabs. | LONG Xiao HE Sheng-ping XU Jian-fei HUO Xu-ling WANG Qian | 2012 | Journal of Iron and Steel Research(International)2012,19,7: | 9 |
| 12 | Impact of an innovative tuberculosis financing and payment model on health service utilization by tuberculosis patients in China:do the poor fare better than the rich?显示文摘Background:Tuberculosis(TB)prevalence is closely associated with poverty in China,and poor patients face more barriers to treatment.Using an insurance-based approach,the China-Gates TB program Phase II was implemented between 2012 and 2014 in three cities in China to improve access to TB care and reduce the financial burden on patients,particularly among the poor.This study aims to assess the program effects on service use,and its equity impact across different income groups.Methods:Data from 788 and 775 patients at baseline and final evaluation were available for analysis respectively.Inpatient and outpatient service utilization,treatment adherence,and patient satisfaction were assessed before and after the program,across different income groups(extreme poverty,moderate poverty and non-poverty),and in various program cities,using descriptive statistics and multi-variate regression models.Key stakeholder interviews were conducted to qualitatively evaluate program implementation and impacts.Results:After program implementation,the hospital admission rate increased more for the extreme poverty group(48.5 to 70.7%)and moderate poverty group(45.0 to 68.1%),compared to the non-poverty group(52.9 to 643%).The largest increase in the number of outpatient visits was also for the extreme poverty group(4.6 to 5.7).The proportion of patients with good medication adherence increased by 15 percentage points in the extreme poverty group and by ten percentage points in the other groups.Satisfaction rates were high in all groups.Qualitative feedback from stakeholders also suggested that increased reimbursement rates,easier reimbursement procedures,and allowance improved patients'service utilization.Implementation of case-based payment made service provision more compliant to clinical pathways.Conclusion:Patients in extreme or moderate poverty benefited more from the program compared to a non-poverty group,indicating improved equity in TB service access.The pro-poor design of the program provides important丨essons to other TB programs in China and other countries to better address TB care for the poor. | Di Dong Wei-Xi Jiang Qian Long Fei Huang Hui Zhang Jia-Ying Chen Li Xiang Qiang Li Sheng-Lan Tang Henry Lucas | 2019 | Infectious Diseases of Poverty2019,8,3: | 8 |
| 13 | Protective Effects of Quercetin on Cadmium-induced Cytotoxicity in Primary Cultures of Rat Proximal Tubular Cells显示文摘Objective To investigate the protective effects of quercetin on cadmium-induced cytotoxicity in primary cultures of rat proximal tubular(rPT)cells.Methods Primary cultures of rPT cells undergoing exponential growth were incubated with 1.0 μg/mL quercetin and/or cadmium(2.5,5.0 μmol/L),in a serum-free medium at 37 ℃ at different time intervals.Commercial kits were used and flow cytometric analyses were performed on rPT cell cultures to assay apoptosis and oxidative stress.Results Exposure of rPT cells to cadmium acetate(2.5,5.0 μmol/L)induced a decrease in cell viability,caused an increase in apoptotic rate and apoptotic morphological changes.Simultaneously,elevation of intracellular reactive oxygen species,malondialdehyde and calcium levels,depletion of mitochondrial membrane potential and intracellular glutathione,and inhibition of Na +,K +-ATPase,Ca 2+-ATPase,glutathione peroxidase(GSH-Px),catalase(CAT),and superoxide dismutase(SOD)activities were revealed during the cadmium exposure of rPT cells.However,simultaneous supplementation with 1 μg/mL quercetin protected rPT cells against cadmium-induced cytotoxicity through inhibiting apoptosis,attenuating lipid peroxidation,renewing mitochondrial function and elevating the intracellular antioxidants(non-enzymatic and enzymic)levels.Conclusion The present study has suggested that quercetin,as a widely distributed dietary antioxidant,contributes potentially to prevent cadmium-induced cytotoxicity in rPT cells. | WANG Lin LIN Shu Qian HE Yuan Long LIU Gang WANG Zhen Yong | 2013 | Biomedical and Environmental Sciences2013,26,4: | 8 |
| 14 | Synthesis and application of a hydrophobic hypercrosslinked polymeric resin for removing VOCs from humid gas stream显示文摘恐水病的亢奋的 crosslinked 聚合树脂 LC-1 被准备并且描绘。LC-1 树脂的性质与商业亢奋的 crosslinked 聚合物 NDA-201 树脂的那些相比。另外, trichloroethylene (TCE ) 的动态吸附被调查到在在 303 K 的干燥、潮湿的条件下面的 LC-1 上, LC-1 拥有的结果表演高恐水病的性质和罐头把 TCE 从气体移开没有高湿度的效果,高效地流。 | Peng Liu Chao Long Hong Ming Qian Ying Li Ai Min Li Quan Xing Zhang | 2009 | Chinese Chemical Letters2009,20,4: | 7 |
| 15 | Diagnostic value of two dimensional shear wave elastography combined with texture analysis in early liver fibrosis显示文摘BACKGROUND Staging diagnosis of liver fibrosis is a prerequisite for timely diagnosis and therapy in patients with chronic hepatitis B.In recent years,ultrasound elastography has become an important method for clinical noninvasive assessment of liver fibrosis stage,but its diagnostic value for early liver fibrosis still needs to be further improved.In this study,the texture analysis was carried out on the basis of two dimensional shear wave elastography(2D-SWE),and the feasibility of 2D-SWE plus texture analysis in the diagnosis of early liver fibrosis was discussed.AIM To assess the diagnostic value of 2D-SWE combined with textural analysis in liver fibrosis staging.METHODS This study recruited 46 patients with chronic hepatitis B.Patients underwent 2DSWE and texture analysis;Young's modulus values and textural patterns were obtained,respectively.Textural pattern was analyzed with regard to contrast,correlation,angular second moment(ASM),and homogeneity.Pathological results of biopsy specimens were the gold standard;comparison and assessment of the diagnosis efficiency were conducted for 2D-SWE,texture analysis and their combination.RESULTS 2D-SWE displayed diagnosis efficiency in early fibrosis,significant fibrosis,severe fibrosis,and early cirrhosis(AUC>0.7,P<0.05)with respective AUC values of 0.823(0.678-0.921),0.808(0.662-0.911),0.920(0.798-0.980),and 0.855(0.716-0.943).Contrast and homogeneity displayed independent diagnosis efficiency in liver fibrosis stage(AUC>0.7,P<0.05),whereas correlation and ASM showed limited values.AUC of contrast and homogeneity were respectively 0.906(0.779-0.973),0.835(0.693-0.930),0.807(0.660-0.910)and 0.925(0.805-0.983),0.789(0.639-0.897),0.736(0.582-0.858),0.705(0.549-0.883)and 0.798(0.650-0.904)in four liver fibrosis stages,which exhibited equivalence to 2D-SWE in diagnostic efficiency(P>0.05).Combined diagnosis(PRE)displayed diagnostic efficiency(AUC>0.7,P<0.01)for all fibrosis stages with respective AUC of 0.952(0.841-0.994),0.896(0.766-0.967),0.978(0.881-0.999),0.947(0.835-0.992).The combined diagnosis showed higher diagnosis efficiency over 2D-SWE in early liver fibrosis(P<0.05),whereas no significant differences were observed in other comparisons(P>0.05).CONCLUSION Texture analysis was capable of diagnosing liver fibrosis stage,combined diagnosis had obvious advantages in early liver fibrosis,liver fibrosis stage might be related to the hepatic tissue hardness distribution. | Zhao-Cheng Jian Jin-Feng Long Yu-Jiang Liu Xiang-Dong Hu Ji-Bin Liu Xian-Quan Shi Wei-Sheng Li Lin-Xue Qian | 2019 | World Journal of Clinical Cases2019,7,10: | 7 |
| 16 | N, P and K use efficiency and maize yield responses to fertilization modes and densities显示文摘Optimal planting density and proper fertilization method are important factors to improve maize yield and nutrient utilization. A two-year(2016 and 2017) field experiment was conducted with three plant densities(6.0, 7.5 and 9.0 plants m^-2) and three fertilization modes(no fertilizer, 0 F;one-off application of slow-released fertilizer, SF;twice application of conventional fertilizer, CF). Results indicated that the grain yields and N, P and K use efficiencies under SF with the optimal planting density(7.5 plants m^-2) were the highest among all the treatments in 2016 and 2017. Compared with CF, SF could increase post-silking dry matter accumulation and promote N, P and K uptake at pre-and post-silking stages;this treatment increased grain N, P and K concentrations and resulted in high N, P and K use efficiencies. Nutrient(N, P and K) absorption efficiencies and partial productivity, and nutrient(N and P) recovery efficiency in SF treatment were significantly higher than those in CF treatments under the planting density of 7.5 plants m^-2. Under both SF and CF conditions, the grain yield, total N accumulation and nutrient use efficiencies initially increased, peaked at planting density of 7.5 plants m^-2, and then decreased with increasing plant density. Based on the yield and nutrient use efficiency in two years, plant density of 7.5 plants m^-2 with SF can improve both the grain yield and N, P and K use efficiency of spring maize in Jiangsu Province, China. | LI Guang-hao CHENG Qian LI Long LU Da-lei LU Wei-ping | 2021 | Journal of Integrative Agriculture2021,20,1: | 7 |
| 17 | Vitiligo or Vitiligo-like Hypopigmentation Associated with Imiquimod Treatment of Condyloma Acuminatum: Not a Casual Event显示文摘 | Fu-Quan Long Li-Shi Zhao Yi-Hong Qian | 2017 | Chinese Medical Journal2017,,4: | 7 |
| 18 | Disparity in reimbursement for tuberculosis care among different health insurance schemes: evidence from three counties in central China显示文摘Background:Health inequity is an important issue all around the world.The Chinese basic medical security system comprises three major insurance schemes,namely the Urban Employee Basic Medical Insurance(UEBMI),the Urban Resident Basic Medical Insurance(URBMI),and the New Cooperative Medical Scheme(NCMS).Little research has been conducted to look into the disparity in payments among the health insurance schemes in China.In this study,we aimed to evaluate the disparity in reimbursements for tuberculosis(TB)care among the abovementioned health insurance schemes.Methods:This study uses a World Health Organization(WHO)framework to analyze the disparities and equity relating to the three dimensions of health insurance:population coverage,the range of services covered,and the extent to which costs are covered.Each of the health insurance scheme’s policies were categorized and analyzed.An analysis of the claims database of all hospitalizations reimbursed from 2010 to 2012 in three counties of Yichang city(YC),which included 1506 discharges,was conducted to identify the differences in reimbursement rates and out-of-pocket(OOP)expenses among the health insurance schemes.Results:Tuberculosis patients had various inpatient expenses depending on which scheme they were covered by(TB patients covered by the NCMS have less inpatient expenses than those who were covered by the URBMI,who have less inpatient expenses than those covered by the UEBMI).We found a significant horizontal inequity of healthcare utilization among the lower socioeconomic groups.In terms of financial inequity,TB patients who earned less paid more.The NCMS provides modest financial protection,based on income.Overall,TB patients from lower socioeconomic groups were the most vulnerable.Conclusion:There are large disparities in reimbursement for TB care among the three health insurance schemes and this,in turn,hampers TB control.Reducing the gap in health outcomes between the three health insurance schemes in China should be a focus of TB care and control.Achieving equity through integrated policies that avoid discrimination is likely to be effective. | Yao Pan Shanquan Chen Manli Chen Pei Zhang Qian Long Li Xiang Henry Lucas | 2016 | Infectious Diseases of Poverty2016,5,1: | 7 |
| 19 | Are free anti-tuberculosis drugs enough? An empirical study from three cities in China显示文摘Background:Tuberculosis(TB)patients in China still face a number of barriers in seeking diagnosis and treatment.There is evidence that the economic burden on TB patients and their households discourages treatment compliance.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted in three cities of China.Patients were selected using probability proportional to size(PPS)cluster sampling of rural townships or urban streets,followed by list sampling from a patient register.Data were collected using a questionnaire survey,key informant interviews and focus group discussions with TB patients to gain an understanding of the economic burden of TB and implications of this burden for treatment compliance.Results:A total of 797 TB patients were surveyed,of which 60 were interviewed in-depth following the survey.More than half had catastrophic health expenditure.TB patients with higher household incomes were less likely to report non-compliance(OR 0.355,95%CI 0.140–0.830)and patients who felt that the economic burden relating to TB treatment was high more likely to report non-compliance(OR 3.650,95%CI 1.278–12.346).Those who had high costs for transportation,lodging and food were also more likely to report non-compliance(OR 4.150,95%CI 1.804–21.999).The findings from the qualitative studies supported those from the survey.Conclusion:The economic burden associated with seeking diagnosis and treatment remains a barrier for TB patients in China.Reducing the cost of treatment and giving patients subsidies for transportation,lodging and food is likely to improve treatment compliance.Improving doctors’salary system to cut off the revenue-oriented incentive,and expanding current insurance’s coverage can be helpful to reduce patients’actual burden or anticipated burden.Future research on this issue is needed. | Shanquan Chen Hui Zhang Yao Pan Qian Long Li Xiang Lan Yao Henry Lucas | 2015 | Infectious Diseases of Poverty2015,4,1: | 7 |
| 20 | MmNet:Identifying Mikania micrantha Kunth in the wild via a deep Convolutional Neural Network显示文摘Mikania micrantha Kunth is an invasive alien weed and known as a plant killer around the world.Accurately and rapidly identifying M.micrantha in the wild is important for monitoring its growth status,as this helps management officials to take the necessary steps to devise a comprehensive strategy to control the invasive weed in the identified area.However,this approach still mainly depends on satellite remote sensing and manual inspection.The cost is high and the accuracy rate and efficiency are low.We acquired color images of the monitoring area in the wild environment using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle(UAV)and proposed a novel network-MmNet-based on a deep Convolutional Neural Network(CNN)to identify M.micrantha in the images.The network consists of AlexNet Local Response Normalization(LRN),along with the GoogLeNet and continuous convolution of VGG inception models.After training and testing,the identification of 400 testing samples by MmNet is very good,with accuracy of 94.50%and time cost of 10.369 s.Moreover,in quantitative comparative analysis,the proposed MmNet not only has high accuracy and efficiency but also simple construction and outstanding repeatability.Compared with recently popular CNNs,MmNet is more suitable for the identification of M.micrantha in the wild.However,to meet the challenge of wild environments,more M.micrantha images need to be acquired for MmNet training.In addition,the classification labels need to be sorted in more detail.Altogether,this research provides some theoretical and scientific basis for the development of intelligent monitoring and early warning systems for M.micrantha and other invasive species. | QIAO Xi LI Yan-zhou SU Guang-yuan TIAN Hong-kun ZHANG Shuo SUN Zhong-yu YANG Long WAN Fang-hao QIAN Wan-qiang | 2020 | Journal of Integrative Agriculture2020,19,5: | 7 |