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  1. Article ; Online: The motive forces in DNA-enabled nanomachinery.

    Zhang, Tao / Liu, Huajie

    iScience

    2024  Volume 27, Issue 4, Page(s) 109453

    Abstract: Building machines that can augment or replace human efforts to accomplish complex tasks is one of central topics for humanity. Especially, nanomachines made of discrete numbers of molecular components can perform intended mechanical movements in a ... ...

    Abstract Building machines that can augment or replace human efforts to accomplish complex tasks is one of central topics for humanity. Especially, nanomachines made of discrete numbers of molecular components can perform intended mechanical movements in a predetermined manner. Utilizing free energies of Watson-Crick base pairing, different types of DNA nanomachines have been invented to operate intended stepwise or autonomous actions with external stimuli, and we here summarized the motive forces that drive DNA-based nanomachineries. DNA tweezers, DNA origami actuators, DNA walkers, and DNA machine-enabled bulk sensing are discussed including structural motif design, toehold creations for strands displacement reactions, and other input forces, as well as examples of biological motor-driven hybrid nanomachines. By addressing these prototypical artificial nanodevices, we envision future focuses should include developing various input energies, host cell-assisted structure self-replication, and nonequilibrium transportations.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2589-0042
    ISSN (online) 2589-0042
    DOI 10.1016/j.isci.2024.109453
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  2. Article ; Online: The Natural History Approach to Maintaining Ecological Balance

    Liu Huajie

    Contemporary Social Sciences (2018)

    2018  

    Abstract: The present ecological imbalance is due to human beings’ unrestrained desires and their actions of developing multifarious strong forces in order to conquer nature. Present science and technology and institutional arrangement still follow the old- ... ...

    Abstract The present ecological imbalance is due to human beings’ unrestrained desires and their actions of developing multifarious strong forces in order to conquer nature. Present science and technology and institutional arrangement still follow the old-fashioned premises. According to Tao Te Ching, nature and the natural process are sacred. The concept of Anthropocene and the idea of unpredictability from complexity science remind us that it is necessary to revive the old tradition of natural history, which is interesting enough and helps to maintain the ecological balance.
    Keywords anthropocene ; natural approach ; ecological balance ; Social Sciences ; H
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher Editorial Department of Contemporary Social Sciences
    Document type Article ; Online
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  3. Article ; Online: Opportunities and challenges for DNA in atomic and close-to-atomic scale manufacturing.

    Cai, Zhuang / Yang, Bei / Gao, Rui / Liu, Huajie

    Nanotechnology

    2023  Volume 34, Issue 41

    Abstract: The revolutionary products obtained from atomic and close-to-atomic scale manufacturing (ACSM) has motivated people to conduct more in-depth research. There is a pressing need to surpass the constraints of current technology and achieve precise ... ...

    Abstract The revolutionary products obtained from atomic and close-to-atomic scale manufacturing (ACSM) has motivated people to conduct more in-depth research. There is a pressing need to surpass the constraints of current technology and achieve precise construction at the atomic scale. The emergence of DNA nanotechnology has enabled DNA to serve as a template for precisely localizing functional components. These advantages of DNA in bottom-up manufacturing give it great potential in ACSM. From this perspective, we review the ability of DNA to accurately build complex structures and discuss its application and prospects in precise atomic manipulation. Finally, opportunities and challenges for DNA in ACSM are systematically summarized.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; DNA/chemistry ; Nanotechnology
    Chemical Substances DNA (9007-49-2)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-24
    Publishing country England
    Document type Review ; Letter
    ZDB-ID 1362365-5
    ISSN 1361-6528 ; 0957-4484
    ISSN (online) 1361-6528
    ISSN 0957-4484
    DOI 10.1088/1361-6528/ace262
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  4. Article ; Online: Engineering a pH-responsive polymeric micelle co-loaded with paclitaxel and triptolide for breast cancer therapy.

    Zhang, Mengmeng / Ying, Na / Chen, Jie / Wu, Liwen / Liu, Huajie / Luo, Shihua / Zeng, Dongdong

    Cell proliferation

    2024  , Page(s) e13603

    Abstract: Breast cancer has overtaken lung cancer as the number one cancer worldwide. Paclitaxel (PTX) is a widely used first-line anti-cancer drug, but it is not very effective in clinical breast cancer therapy. It has been reported that triptolide (TPL) can ... ...

    Abstract Breast cancer has overtaken lung cancer as the number one cancer worldwide. Paclitaxel (PTX) is a widely used first-line anti-cancer drug, but it is not very effective in clinical breast cancer therapy. It has been reported that triptolide (TPL) can enhance the anticancer effect of paclitaxel, and better synergistic therapeutic effects are seen with concomitant administration of PTX and TPL. In this study, we developed pH-responsive polymeric micelles for co-delivery of PTX and TPL, which disassembling in acidic tumour microenvironments to target drug release and effectively kill breast cancer cells. Firstly, we synthesized amphiphilic copolymer mPEG
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1064202-x
    ISSN 1365-2184 ; 0008-8730 ; 0960-7722
    ISSN (online) 1365-2184
    ISSN 0008-8730 ; 0960-7722
    DOI 10.1111/cpr.13603
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  5. Article ; Online: Advances in DNA Supramolecular Hydrogels for Tissue Engineering.

    Chen, Chun / Zhou, Jiaying / Chen, Jie / Liu, Huajie

    Macromolecular bioscience

    2022  , Page(s) e2200152

    Abstract: Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a biological macromolecule that plays a genetic role in cells. DNA molecules with specific recognition, self-assembly capabilities, and sequence programmability have become an excellent construction material for micro- and ... ...

    Abstract Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a biological macromolecule that plays a genetic role in cells. DNA molecules with specific recognition, self-assembly capabilities, and sequence programmability have become an excellent construction material for micro- and nanostructures. Based on DNA self-assembly technology, a series of molecular devices and materials are constructed. Among them, DNA hydrogels with the advantages of good biocompatibility, biodegradability, and containing designable stimuli-responsive units have attracted much attention. This review introduces the formation strategy of DNA supramolecular hydrogels, and focuses on its applications in tissue engineering, including cell encapsulation, cell culture, cell capture and release, wound dressings, and tissue growth. The unique properties and application prospects of DNA supramolecular hydrogels in tissue engineering are also discussed.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-02
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2039130-4
    ISSN 1616-5195 ; 1616-5187
    ISSN (online) 1616-5195
    ISSN 1616-5187
    DOI 10.1002/mabi.202200152
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  6. Article ; Online: Gold Triangular Nanoprisms: Anisotropic Plasmonic Materials with Unique Structures and Properties.

    Wang, Jiangming / Fang, Weina / Liu, Huajie

    ChemPlusChem

    2022  Volume 88, Issue 3, Page(s) e202200464

    Abstract: As a novel type of anisotropic inorganic nanomaterials, gold triangular nanoprisms (AuTNPs) have been widely studied for their well-defined structures and excellent plasmonic properties. This review starts with synthetic methodology, combing through the ... ...

    Abstract As a novel type of anisotropic inorganic nanomaterials, gold triangular nanoprisms (AuTNPs) have been widely studied for their well-defined structures and excellent plasmonic properties. This review starts with synthetic methodology, combing through the early thermal solution method to the mature seed-mediated method and seedless method. The possible mechanisms proposed by predecessors and the problems needed to be solved are also arranged. Along with this, the important morphological evolution process of AuTNPs during synthesis and post-synthesis stages are revealed, which is of great significance for further understanding the structure of AuTNPs and developing new synthesis strategies. Finally, the applications of AuTNPs, especially associated with plasmonic properties, are listed and summarized where surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), catalysis, phototherapy and biosensor are included, so that researchers can quickly comprehend the current situation, and provide a basis for further development and exploration of AuTNPs.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-12
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2192-6506
    ISSN (online) 2192-6506
    DOI 10.1002/cplu.202200464
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  7. Article ; Online: An experimental study of the correlation between P-wave velocity and the physical properties of weakly cemented formations.

    Lin, Dong / Bu, Yuhuan / Liu, Huajie / Lu, Chang / Guo, Shenglai / Xu, Hongzhi

    Scientific reports

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 21966

    Abstract: Deep water and shallow layers mostly feature weakly cemented formations, with complex geological structures, geological looseness, susceptibility to collapse. In order to obtain information on weakly cemented formation materials, weakly cemented ... ...

    Abstract Deep water and shallow layers mostly feature weakly cemented formations, with complex geological structures, geological looseness, susceptibility to collapse. In order to obtain information on weakly cemented formation materials, weakly cemented argillaceous siltstone is simulated as the research object and the focus is on analysing the influence of ultrasonic frequency, density, particle size (porosity), and compressive strength on P-wave velocity and establishing the correlation relationship between longitudinal wave velocity and each parameter through indoor simulation experiments. The results showed that there is a linear relationship between P-wave velocity and ultrasonic frequency in terms of positive correlation as well as compressive strength. The nonlinear relationship between P-wave velocity and particle size (porosity) is a negative correlation, while the nonlinear relationship between sound velocity and density is a positive correlation. In addition, the influence of core height on P-wave velocity is analysed; it is found that as the core height increases, the velocity slightly decreases, and each ultrasonic frequency has an ultimate height for sound wave penetration. Through the response relationship between ultrasound and the physical properties of weakly cemented formations, indirect acquisition can be achieved, which is of great significance for the development of oil and gas in weakly cemented formations.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-11
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-023-48783-1
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  8. Article ; Online: Molecularly imprinted electrochemical aptasensor based on functionalized graphene and nitrogen-doped carbon quantum dots for trace cortisol assay.

    Yu, Chenhong / Li, Li / Ding, Yaping / Liu, Huajie / Cui, Hanyue

    The Analyst

    2022  Volume 147, Issue 4, Page(s) 744–752

    Abstract: This paper proposes a novel electrochemical aptasensor that integrates molecular imprinting techniques for trace analysis of cortisol. This sensor is based on functionalized graphene and nitrogen-doped carbon quantum dots. The morphology and structure of ...

    Abstract This paper proposes a novel electrochemical aptasensor that integrates molecular imprinting techniques for trace analysis of cortisol. This sensor is based on functionalized graphene and nitrogen-doped carbon quantum dots. The morphology and structure of the modified electrode were characterized by scanning electron microscopy and Raman spectroscopy. The functional monomer aptamer and the template molecule cortisol were adsorbed on the electrode by electrostatic adsorption to construct an imprinted sensing platform. Under the optimal conditions, such as the concentration of template molecule, the ratio of template to functional monomer, the elution and adsorption time, the sensor exhibits linearity and a low detection limit of 10
    MeSH term(s) Biosensing Techniques ; Carbon ; Electrochemical Techniques ; Electrodes ; Graphite ; Hydrocortisone ; Limit of Detection ; Molecular Imprinting ; Nitrogen ; Quantum Dots
    Chemical Substances Carbon (7440-44-0) ; Graphite (7782-42-5) ; Nitrogen (N762921K75) ; Hydrocortisone (WI4X0X7BPJ)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-14
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 210747-8
    ISSN 1364-5528 ; 0003-2654
    ISSN (online) 1364-5528
    ISSN 0003-2654
    DOI 10.1039/d1an01838h
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  9. Article ; Online: Preparation and Characteristics of a pH Intelligent Response Blocking Agent for the Microcrack in the Cement Sheath.

    Bi, Yang / Guo, Shenglai / Chen, Tian / Zheng, Danzhu / Wang, Kai / Bu, Yuhuan / Liu, Huajie

    ACS omega

    2023  Volume 8, Issue 39, Page(s) 36284–36291

    Abstract: Microcracks in the annular cement sheath of oil wells frequently cause annular water channeling. Traditional cement squeeze technology has a low success rate in controlling this issue. Based on the conventional profile control water-blocking agent for ... ...

    Abstract Microcracks in the annular cement sheath of oil wells frequently cause annular water channeling. Traditional cement squeeze technology has a low success rate in controlling this issue. Based on the conventional profile control water-blocking agent for underground in situ gelling and polyacrylic acid, a pH intelligent response microcrack-blocking agent was developed to block the microcrack in the cement sheath. The study investigated the influence of pH on the viscosity characteristics of the new blocking agent, the impact of polyacrylic acid on the compression recovery ability of the new blocking agent after gelling, the change in viscosity of the blocking fluid after flowing through the microcrack in the cement sheath, and the blocking effect after gelling. The results indicated that the new blocking agent has excellent viscosity-increasing ability with pH. After flowing through the microcrack in the cement sheath, the viscosity of the blocking agent increased significantly with the extension of the contact distance between the blocking agent and the microcrack in the cement sheath, which is very conducive to the retention of the blocking agent in the microcrack of the cement sheath. Polyacrylic acid had a negligible effect on the compression recovery ability of the blocking agent after gelling. At a fracture length of 5 cm, the pressure-bearing capacity of the blocking agent could reach 6 MPa.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2470-1343
    ISSN (online) 2470-1343
    DOI 10.1021/acsomega.3c04865
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  10. Article: Preparation and performance evaluation of non-foaming styrene-acrylic latex for cementing slurry.

    Guo, Shenglai / Li, Ming / Li, Sihe / Zhao, Jiaxin / Bu, Yuhuan / Liu, Huajie / Wang, Yindong

    Royal Society open science

    2023  Volume 10, Issue 2, Page(s) 221319

    Abstract: The latex used conventionally for oil-well cementing can lead to serious foaming issues in the cement slurry, which not only affects the accurate measurement of the density of the latex-containing cement slurry, but also is detrimental to cementing ... ...

    Abstract The latex used conventionally for oil-well cementing can lead to serious foaming issues in the cement slurry, which not only affects the accurate measurement of the density of the latex-containing cement slurry, but also is detrimental to cementing construction. A large amount of a foam stabilizer used for latex preparation is mainly responsible for foaming of the latex-containing cement slurry. In this study, soap-free emulsion polymerization was conducted using 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulfonic acid (AMPS), styrene (St), and butyl acrylate (BA) as the reaction monomers and the effects of the AMPS dosage, monomer ratio, reaction temperature and stirring speed on the performance of the latex were investigated. The optimum synthesis conditions included a 30% monomer concentration, an St : BA : AMPS monomer ratio of 5 : 4 : 6, a synthesis temperature of 85°C, a stirring speed of 400 r.p.m. and 1.5% of the initiator. As-prepared latex exhibited good filtration loss control, excellent freeze-thaw stability, and extremely low foaming of the cement slurry with the added latex, which was extremely beneficial for on-site cementing construction.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-22
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2787755-3
    ISSN 2054-5703
    ISSN 2054-5703
    DOI 10.1098/rsos.221319
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