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  1. Book ; Thesis: Der Defekt in der Urinkonzentrierung bei ACE.2-Knockout-Mäusen

    Du, Le-Quach

    Untersuchung der medullären Transporterproteine der Niere von ACE.2-Knockout-Mäusen

    2008  

    Author's details vorgelegt von Du Le Quach
    Subject code 616.6
    Language German
    Size 74 Bl. : Ill., graph. Darst., 30 cm
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Book ; Thesis
    Thesis / German Habilitation thesis Hannover, Med. Hochsch., Diss., 2009
    HBZ-ID HT016758499
    Database Catalogue ZB MED Medicine, Health

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  2. Article ; Online: Beyond diffuse correlations: deciphering random flow in time-of-flight resolved light dynamics.

    Du Le, V N / Srinivasan, Vivek J

    Optics express

    2020  Volume 28, Issue 8, Page(s) 11191–11214

    Abstract: Diffusing wave spectroscopy (DWS) and diffuse correlation spectroscopy (DCS) can assess blood flow index (BFI) of biological tissue with multiply scattered light. Though the main biological function of red blood cells (RBCs) is advection, in DWS/DCS, ... ...

    Abstract Diffusing wave spectroscopy (DWS) and diffuse correlation spectroscopy (DCS) can assess blood flow index (BFI) of biological tissue with multiply scattered light. Though the main biological function of red blood cells (RBCs) is advection, in DWS/DCS, RBCs are assumed to undergo Brownian motion. To explain this discrepancy, we critically examine the cumulant approximation, a major assumption in DWS/DCS. We present a precise criterion for validity of the cumulant approximation, and in realistic tissue models, identify conditions that invalidate it. We show that, in physiologically relevant scenarios, the first cumulant term for random flow and second cumulant term for Brownian motion alone can cancel each other. In such circumstances, assuming pure Brownian motion of RBCs and the first cumulant approximation, a routine practice in DWS/DCS of BFI, can yield good agreement with data, but only because errors due to two incorrect assumptions cancel out. We conclude that correctly assessing random flow from scattered light dynamics requires going beyond the cumulant approximation and propose a more accurate model to do so.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-05-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1491859-6
    ISSN 1094-4087 ; 1094-4087
    ISSN (online) 1094-4087
    ISSN 1094-4087
    DOI 10.1364/OE.385202
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  3. Article ; Online: Dynamic Batch Process Monitoring Based on Time-Slice Latent Variable Correlation Analysis.

    Du, Le / Jin, Wenhao / Wang, Yang / Jiang, Qingchao

    ACS omega

    2022  Volume 7, Issue 45, Page(s) 41069–41081

    Abstract: Batch processes are generally characterized by complex dynamics and remarkable data collinearity, thereby rendering the monitoring of such processes necessary but challenging. This paper proposes a data-driven time-slice latent variable correlation ... ...

    Abstract Batch processes are generally characterized by complex dynamics and remarkable data collinearity, thereby rendering the monitoring of such processes necessary but challenging. This paper proposes a data-driven time-slice latent variable correlation analysis-based model predictive fault detection framework to ensure accurate fault detection in dynamic batch processes. The three-way batch process data are first unfolded into the two-way time slice. For each single time slice, process data are mapped to both major latent variables and residual subspaces to deal with the variable-wise data collinearity and extract dominant data information. A measurement status is then determined with a canonical correlation analysis of the major latent variables and correlated variables, using both the time and batch perspectives. Prediction-based residuals are generated, which provide the basis for identifying the property of faults detected, namely, static or dynamic. Based on experiments using a simulated penicillin production and an industrial inject molding process, the proposed monitoring scheme has been proven feasible and effective.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-31
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2470-1343
    ISSN (online) 2470-1343
    DOI 10.1021/acsomega.2c04445
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  4. Article ; Online: Effect of Sacubitril/Valsartan on the Right Ventricular Function and Pulmonary Hypertension in Patients With Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.

    Zhang, Jing / Du, Le / Qin, Xiaohan / Guo, Xiaoxiao

    Journal of the American Heart Association

    2022  Volume 11, Issue 9, Page(s) e024449

    Abstract: Background Sacubitril/valsartan (S/V) demonstrated significant effects in improving left ventricular performance and remodeling in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. However, its effects on the right ventricle remain unclear. ... ...

    Abstract Background Sacubitril/valsartan (S/V) demonstrated significant effects in improving left ventricular performance and remodeling in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. However, its effects on the right ventricle remain unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the impact of S/V on right ventricular function and pulmonary hypertension. Methods and Results We searched PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science from January 2010 to April 2021 for studies reporting right ventricular and pulmonary pressure indexes following S/V treatment. The quality of included studies was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa scale. Variables were pooled using a random-effects model to estimate weighted mean differences with 95% CIs. We identified 10 eligible studies comprising 875 patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (mean age, 62.2 years; 74.0% men), all of which were observational. Significant improvements on right ventricular function and pulmonary hypertension after S/V initiation were observed, including tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion (weighted mean difference, 1.26 mm; 95% CI, 0.33-2.18 mm;
    MeSH term(s) Aminobutyrates ; Biphenyl Compounds/pharmacology ; Drug Combinations ; Female ; Heart Failure/complications ; Heart Failure/drug therapy ; Humans ; Hypertension, Pulmonary/diagnosis ; Hypertension, Pulmonary/drug therapy ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Stroke Volume ; Valsartan ; Ventricular Dysfunction, Left ; Ventricular Function, Left ; Ventricular Function, Right
    Chemical Substances Aminobutyrates ; Biphenyl Compounds ; Drug Combinations ; sacubitril (17ERJ0MKGI) ; Valsartan (80M03YXJ7I)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-26
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis ; Review ; Systematic Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2653953-6
    ISSN 2047-9980 ; 2047-9980
    ISSN (online) 2047-9980
    ISSN 2047-9980
    DOI 10.1161/JAHA.121.024449
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  5. Article ; Online: Soft and Hard Tissue Changes and Facial Rejuvenation of Anterior Maxillary Segmental Osteotomy: A Three-Dimensional Cephalometric Study.

    Zhang, Dong / Zhao, Fangning / Du, Le / Jin, Xiaolei

    Aesthetic plastic surgery

    2022  Volume 47, Issue 1, Page(s) 271–281

    Abstract: Objective: To explore the efficacy of anterior maxillary segmental osteotomy (AMSO) in reliving maxillary protrusion and better analyze the three-dimensional (3D) morphological changes of the postoperative nasolabial region using computed tomography (CT) ...

    Abstract Objective: To explore the efficacy of anterior maxillary segmental osteotomy (AMSO) in reliving maxillary protrusion and better analyze the three-dimensional (3D) morphological changes of the postoperative nasolabial region using computed tomography (CT) and evaluate the trend of facial rejuvenation.
    Materials and methods: Forty-five patients who underwent AMSO from January 2017 to December 2021 were retrospectively included. CT and oriented photography were performed before and 10 months after the treatment. The mimics17.0 software was used to reconstruct the 3D CT scan results before and after the operation, measure the data of each anatomical index, and systematically evaluate the soft tissue changes in the nasolabial region. The patients themselves, the plastic surgeons, family members, or friends of patients use the Face-Q Age Appraisal Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) to evaluate the changes in patients' visual age before and after the operation.
    Results: Forty-five cases of maxillary protrusion were alleviated. Seen from the side, the protruding degree of the upper lip is obviously reduced. In the front view, ∠Cont-Sbal-F, the width of alar base, and alae nasi all increased significantly. Contrary to traditional perceptions, the protrusion and height of the nose tip actually increased rather than decreased after AMSO. The visual age score improved positively, and patients obtained facial rejuvenation. No serious complications occurred; after 10-month follow-up, we achieved a high degree of satisfaction.
    Conclusion: AMSO can significantly improve the maxillary protrusion, and it can increase the protrusion and height of the nose tip. Also, patients can get a younger appearance. Comprehensive preoperative evaluation and postoperative nasolabial morphology with maxillary protrusion patients are helpful for correct clinical decision-making. At the same time, the operation suggests a new choice of facial rejuvenation for patients with maxillary protrusion.
    Level of evidence iv: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors   www.springer.com/00266.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Retrospective Studies ; Rejuvenation ; Nose/anatomy & histology ; Osteotomy/methods ; Cephalometry/methods ; Treatment Outcome
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-24
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 532791-x
    ISSN 1432-5241 ; 0364-216X
    ISSN (online) 1432-5241
    ISSN 0364-216X
    DOI 10.1007/s00266-022-03063-7
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  6. Article ; Online: Speculum-free portable preterm imaging system.

    Boonya-Ananta, Tananant / Gonzalez, Mariacarla / Ajmal, Ajmal / Du Le, Vinh Nguyen / DeHoog, Edward / Paidas, Michael J / Jayakumar, Arumugam / Ramella-Roman, Jessica C

    Journal of biomedical optics

    2024  Volume 29, Issue 5, Page(s) 52918

    Abstract: Significance: Preterm birth is defined as a birth before 37 weeks of gestation and is one of the leading contributors to infant mortality rates globally. Premature birth can lead to life-long developmental impairment for the child. Unfortunately, there ... ...

    Abstract Significance: Preterm birth is defined as a birth before 37 weeks of gestation and is one of the leading contributors to infant mortality rates globally. Premature birth can lead to life-long developmental impairment for the child. Unfortunately, there is a significant lack of tools to diagnose preterm birth risk, which limits patient care and the development of new therapies.
    Aim: To develop a speculum-free, portable preterm imaging system (PPRIM) for cervical imaging; testing of the PPRIM system to resolve polarization properties of birefringent samples; and testing of the PPRIM under an IRB on healthy, non-pregnant volunteers for visualization and polarization analysis of cervical images.
    Approach: The PPRIM can perform
    Results: The PPRIM device is developed to meet specific design specifications as a speculum-free, portable, and comfortable imaging system with polarized imaging capabilities. This system comprises a main imaging component and a flexible silicone inserter. The inserter is designed to maximize comfort and usability for the patient. The PPRIM shows high-resolution imaging capabilities at the 20 mm working distance and 25 mm circular field of view. The PPRIM demonstrates the ability to resolve birefringent sample orientation and full field capture of a healthy, non-pregnant cervix.
    Conclusion: The development of the PPRIM aims to improve access to the standard of care for women's reproductive health using polarized Mueller-matrix imaging of the cervix and reduce infant and maternal mortality rates and better quality of life.
    MeSH term(s) Pregnancy ; Infant ; Child ; Infant, Newborn ; Female ; Humans ; Premature Birth ; Quality of Life ; Cervix Uteri/diagnostic imaging
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-27
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1309154-2
    ISSN 1560-2281 ; 1083-3668
    ISSN (online) 1560-2281
    ISSN 1083-3668
    DOI 10.1117/1.JBO.29.5.052918
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  7. Article: Monte Carlo analysis of optical heart rate sensors in commercial wearables: the effect of skin tone and obesity on the photoplethysmography (PPG) signal.

    Ajmal / Boonya-Ananta, Tananant / Rodriguez, Andres J / Du Le, V N / Ramella-Roman, Jessica C

    Biomedical optics express

    2021  Volume 12, Issue 12, Page(s) 7445–7457

    Abstract: Commercially available wearable devices have been used for fitness and health management and their demand has increased over the last ten years. These "general wellness" and heart-rate monitoring devices have been cleared by the Food and Drug ... ...

    Abstract Commercially available wearable devices have been used for fitness and health management and their demand has increased over the last ten years. These "general wellness" and heart-rate monitoring devices have been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration for over-the-counter use, yet anecdotal and more systematic reports seem to indicate that their error is higher when used by individuals with elevated skin tone and high body mass index (BMI). In this work, we used Monte Carlo modeling of a photoplethysmography (PPG) signal to study the theoretical limits of three different wearable devices (Apple Watch series 5, Fitbit Versa 2 and Polar M600) when used by individuals with a BMI range of 20 to 45 and a Fitzpatrick skin scale 1 to 6. Our work shows that increased BMI and skin tone can induce a relative loss of signal of up to 61.2% in Fitbit versa 2, 32% in Apple S5 and 32.9% in Polar M600 when considering the closest source-detector pair configuration in these devices.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-11-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2572216-5
    ISSN 2156-7085
    ISSN 2156-7085
    DOI 10.1364/BOE.439893
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  8. Article: Auto-detection of cervical collagen and elastin in Mueller matrix polarimetry microscopic images using K-NN and semantic segmentation classification.

    Roa, Camilo / Du Le, V N / Mahendroo, Mala / Saytashev, Ilyas / Ramella-Roman, Jessica C

    Biomedical optics express

    2021  Volume 12, Issue 4, Page(s) 2236–2249

    Abstract: We propose an approach for discriminating fibrillar collagen fibers from elastic fibers in the mouse cervix in Mueller matrix microscopy using convolutional neural networks (CNN) and K-nearest neighbor (K-NN) for classification. Second harmonic ... ...

    Abstract We propose an approach for discriminating fibrillar collagen fibers from elastic fibers in the mouse cervix in Mueller matrix microscopy using convolutional neural networks (CNN) and K-nearest neighbor (K-NN) for classification. Second harmonic generation (SHG), two-photon excitation fluorescence (TPEF), and Mueller matrix polarimetry images of the mice cervix were collected with a self-validating Mueller matrix micro-mesoscope (SAMMM) system. The components and decompositions of each Mueller matrix were arranged as individual channels of information, forming one 3-D voxel per cervical slice. The classification algorithms analyzed each voxel and determined the amount of collagen and elastin, pixel by pixel, on each slice. SHG and TPEF were used as ground truths. To assess the accuracy of the results, mean-square error (MSE), peak signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR), and structural similarity (SSIM) were used. Although the training and testing is limited to 11 and 5 cervical slices, respectively, MSE accuracy was above 85%, SNR was greater than 40 dB, and SSIM was larger than 90%.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-23
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2572216-5
    ISSN 2156-7085
    ISSN 2156-7085
    DOI 10.1364/BOE.420079
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  9. Article ; Online: The synergistic effect of retinyl propionate and hydroxypinacolone retinoate on skin aging.

    Wang, Qianqian / Hu, Fan / Hu, Xiaoyun / Xie, Yicheng / Du, Le / Ye, Rui

    Journal of cosmetic dermatology

    2023  Volume 22, Issue 7, Page(s) 2040–2049

    Abstract: Background: Aging is responsible for the majority of skin and soft tissue remolding in humans. Retinol and its derivatives or retinoids effectively intervene skin aging process. Nevertheless, retinoids usually induce skin intolerance, especially among ... ...

    Abstract Background: Aging is responsible for the majority of skin and soft tissue remolding in humans. Retinol and its derivatives or retinoids effectively intervene skin aging process. Nevertheless, retinoids usually induce skin intolerance, especially among the Chinese, and thus, their application to prevent skin aging is yet to be well accepted. The study of optimal composition and concentration of retinoids is necessary to offer strong antiaging efficacies with minimum irritations. Therefore, a better understanding of retinol and its derivatives is acutely needed to develop strategies to combat skin aging.
    Objective: In this study, we aimed to determine the optimal ratio of two retinol derivatives-hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR) and retinyl propionate (RP) in terms of dermal remodeling and skin aging prevention-and to investigate their synergistic antiaging effects both in vitro and in vivo.
    Methods: An in vitro human foreskin fibroblast (HFF-1) cell model was established to evaluate the cell viability of HPR and/or RP treatment. In addition, the antiaging and retinol receptor genes expressions in HFF-1 cells cotreated with HPR and RP were quantified. The in vivo adverse reaction evaluation of skincare serums containing various levels of retinol or the optimal HPR and RP combination termed Gravi-A was performed by 24 h patch tests in 33 subjects prior to the clinical research. Last but not the least, clinical research with 42 Chinese urban women was conducted to assess the in vivo antiaging efficacy of the skincare serum containing this optimal retinoid combination.
    Results: The combination of HPR and RP at the weight ratio of 5:9 was shown to achieve the optimal in vitro antiaging performance. Coadministration of 5 μg/mL HPR and 9 μg/mL RP to HFF-1 cells promoted their proliferation at 24 h and synergistically enhanced the expressions of type IV collagen, CRBP-I, and RARB genes. In addition, the skincare serum containing HPR and RP combination at 5:9 weight ratio demonstrated superior in vivo anti-wrinkle and skin elasticity improvement benefits without any adverse reactions, while retinol in the same concentration exerted much higher adverse effect. Skin wrinkles, skin smoothness, TEWL, skin elasticity R2 and R5 were improved by 8.3%, 11.9%, 25.7%, 14.5%, and 22.6%, respectively, after 8-week use.
    Conclusion: Our results indicated the advanced antiaging effect of HPR and RP combination both in vitro and in vivo. In addition, little adverse effect was observed in this study, in comparison with retinol. This combination named as Gravi-A is a potential therapeutic strategy to prevent skin aging, especially for Chinese women.
    MeSH term(s) Female ; Humans ; Vitamin A/adverse effects ; Skin Aging ; Retinyl Esters ; Retinoids/adverse effects
    Chemical Substances retinyl propionate (32JK994WMC) ; Vitamin A (11103-57-4) ; Retinyl Esters ; Retinoids
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-10
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2280551-5
    ISSN 1473-2165 ; 1473-2130
    ISSN (online) 1473-2165
    ISSN 1473-2130
    DOI 10.1111/jocd.15662
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  10. Article ; Online: LNP-miR-155 cy5 Inhibitor Regulates the Copper Transporter via the β-Catenin/TCF4/SLC31A1 Signal for Colorectal Cancer Therapy.

    Jiang, Fan / Du, Le / Chen, Zhi-Ju / Wang, Xiang / Ge, Dongsheng / Liu, Ning

    Molecular pharmaceutics

    2023  Volume 20, Issue 8, Page(s) 4138–4152

    Abstract: Lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery systems are widely used in the delivery of small-molecule drugs and nucleic acids. In this study, we prepared LNP-miR-155 by lipid nanomaterial technology and investigated the effects of LNP-miR-155 on β-catenin/ ... ...

    Abstract Lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery systems are widely used in the delivery of small-molecule drugs and nucleic acids. In this study, we prepared LNP-miR-155 by lipid nanomaterial technology and investigated the effects of LNP-miR-155 on β-catenin/transcription factor 4 (TCF4)/solute carrier family 31 member 1/copper transporter 1 (SLC31A1/CTR1) signaling and copper transport in colorectal cancer. For this, we used an LNP-miR-155 cy5 inhibitor and LNP-miR-155 cy5 mimics for the transfection of HT-29/SW480 cells. The transfection efficiency and uptake efficiency were detected by immunofluorescence. Relevant cell assays confirmed that the LNP-miR-155 cy5 inhibitor mediates the regulation of copper transport through the β-catenin/TCF4/SLC31A1 axis. The LNP-miR-155 cy5 inhibitor reduced cell proliferation, migration, and colony formation and promoted cell apoptosis. We also confirmed that miR-155 downregulates HMG box-containing protein 1 (HBP1) and adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) in cells and activates the function of β-catenin/TCF4 signaling. In addition, we found that the copper transporter, SLC31A1, is highly expressed in colorectal cancer cells. Furthermore, we also found that the complex β-catenin/TCF4 promotes the transcription of SLC31A1 by binding to its promoter region, which sustains the transport of copper from the extracellular region to the intracellular region and increases the activities of Cu
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; beta Catenin/metabolism ; Transcription Factor 4/metabolism ; Copper Transport Proteins/metabolism ; Copper/pharmacology ; Copper/metabolism ; Colorectal Neoplasms/genetics ; MicroRNAs/genetics ; Cell Proliferation ; Gene Expression Regulation, Neoplastic ; Cell Line, Tumor ; Copper Transporter 1/metabolism ; High Mobility Group Proteins/metabolism ; Repressor Proteins/metabolism
    Chemical Substances beta Catenin ; Transcription Factor 4 ; Copper Transport Proteins ; cyanine dye 5 ; Copper (789U1901C5) ; MicroRNAs ; SLC31A1 protein, human ; Copper Transporter 1 ; HBP1 protein, human ; High Mobility Group Proteins ; Repressor Proteins ; TCF4 protein, human ; MIRN155 microRNA, human
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-26
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2138405-8
    ISSN 1543-8392 ; 1543-8384
    ISSN (online) 1543-8392
    ISSN 1543-8384
    DOI 10.1021/acs.molpharmaceut.3c00276
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