干旱与湿润区流域时变水热耦合参数的归因分析

气候变化和下垫面条件的改变共同影响着流域的水热耦合状况,定量剖析其影响对研究变化环境下流域水量平衡和能量分配具有重要意义。以往多数研究只做了定性分析,对不同影响因素的定量贡献研究甚少。基于此,以干旱区无定河流域和湿润区汉江上游为研究区域,在Budyko框架下,估算了干旱与湿润区流域的时变水热耦合参数,并通过逐步多元回归模型、敏感性和贡献率分析,定量归因了水热耦合控制参数的演变,并将干旱与湿润区流域做了对比分析。结果表明：干旱与湿润区流域的水热耦合参数在1970-2013年间均呈显著上升趋势;不同气候区水热耦合参数变化的主导因子不同,干旱区无定河参数对降水和植被覆盖度（NDVI）具有较高的敏感性,且NDVI的变化主导着参数的变化（贡献率为89.5%）;湿润区汉江上游参数的变化对气温、有效灌溉面积（EIA）和NDVI更敏感,其中,EIA主导着参数的变化（贡献率为83.1%）;总体来说,下垫面的变化是无定河和汉江上游水热状况改变的驱动因素。     

Resolving self-association of a therapeutic antibody by formulation optimization and molecular approaches

A common challenge encountered during development of high concentration monoclonal antibody formulations is preventing self-association. Depending on the antibody and its formulation, self-association can be seen as aggregation, precipitation, opalescence or phase separation. Here we report on an unusual manifestation of self-association, formation of a semi-solid gel or “gelation." Therapeutic monoclonal antibody C4 was isolated from human B cells based on its strong potency in neutralizing bacterial toxin in animal models. The purified antibody possessed the unusual property of forming a firm, opaque white gel when it was formulated at concentrations >30 mg/mL and the temperature was <6°C. Gel formation was reversible with temperature. Gelation was affected by salt concentration or pH, suggesting an electrostatic interaction between IgG monomers. A comparison of the C4 amino acid sequences to consensus germline sequences revealed differences in framework regions. A C4 variant in which the framework sequence was restored to the consensus germline sequence did not gel at 100 mg/mL at temperatures as low as 1°C. Additional genetic analysis was used to predict the key residue(s) involved in the gelation. Strikingly, a single substitution in the native antibody, replacing heavy chain glutamate 23 with lysine (E23K), was sufficient to prevent gelation. These results indicate that the framework region is involved in intermolecular interactions. The temperature dependence of gelation may be related to conformational changes near glutamate 23 or the regions it interacts with. Molecular engineering of the framework can be an effective approach to resolve the solubility issues of therapeutic antibodies.     

Coordination polymers built from Cu(II) and pyrazine-2,3,5,6-tetracarboxylate or pyridine-2,4,6-tricarboxylate: Structural and magnetic studies

Room temperature reaction of Cu(NO₃)₂ · 6H₂O and pyrazine-2,3,5,6-tetracarboxylic acid (ptecH₄) in the presence of pyridine (py) in water-methanol (1:1) mixture results in the formation of {[Cu₂(ptec) · (py)₂ · (H₂O)₃] · 4H₂O}_n (1). With pyridine-2,4,6-tricarboxylic acid (pytcH₃) and Cu(NO₃)₂ · 6H₂O, crystals of {[Cu(pytc)] · 1/2[Cu(H₂O)₆] · H₂O}_n (2) could be obtained hydrothermally at 180 °C. The structure of 1 consists of 2D polymeric sheets. These sheets are stacked on top of one another due to strong C-H?π interactions forming an overall 3D structure. The structure of 2, on the other hand, consists of twin-chain coordination polymers. The void spaces between two polymeric chains are occupied by [Cu(H₂O)₆]²⁺ ions which are H-bonded to the polymeric chains. The variable temperature magnetic measurements for 1 and 2 show weak antiferromagnetic interaction between Cu(II) centers. The EPR spectra of the compounds are consistent with their structures.     

害虫灾害研究的复杂性理论框架

害虫灾害是高度复杂的大系统 ,表现出不均匀性、差异性、多样性、突发性、随机性、可预测性和周期性等复杂性特征 ,使得经典的理论和方法已不适用于害虫灾害的研究。依据复杂性科学和分形、神经网络、混沌及小波等非线性科学的发展及其近期在害虫灾害中的部分研究成果 ,该文从复杂大系统出发 ,构建了害虫灾害研究的复杂性理论框架 ,为深入研究害虫灾害的成因、机制与预测提供理论依据。     

Intertidal seagrass in Ireland: Pressures,WFD status and an assessment of trace element contamination in intertidal habitats using Zostera noltei

Intertidal seagrass has been selected as a Biological Quality Element for the assessment of ecological status under the Water Framework Directive. In Ireland, two species of seagrass, Zostera marina and Z. noltei occur in intertidal habitats. This study presents the first comprehensive assessment of the distribution and Water Framework Directive status of intertidal seagrass in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Most of the areas assessed, using the Water Framework Directive-compliant assessment tool, have a status of HIGH or GOOD. Only two areas were found to have a status less than GOOD and in both, the cause for the decline was smothering by opportunistic foliose green macroalgae. Linear regression showed a relationship between pressure index scores and Ecological Quality Ratio, showing the relevance of the index as a metric of anthropogenic pressure. Trace element concentrations were examined in Z. noltei tissues and Trace Element Pollution Index values were calculated. The relationship between Trace Element contamination and Water Framework Directive status was examined but the results showed little correlation. However, a relationship between the pressure index and trace element contamination was obtained. This assessment provides the most comprehensive overview of intertidal seagrass beds in Ireland and establishes a strong baseline for ongoing monitoring and assessment under the Water Framework Directive. The data provide key information on the pressures affecting these valuable habitats which will assist in the development of measures to improve and protect our transitional and coastal waters.     

水生态功能区划流程:双关系树框架与概念模型

水生态区划和水生态功能区划是流域水环境管理与水生态系统合理利用的重要基础,国内已经研究十年有余.本文针对该领域的一些共性问题,通过对水生态区划分与水生态功能类型划分的系统分析,探讨了水生态区划与水生态功能区划的关联性,提出了基于双树结构的RFCH流程和钻石概念模型;并以辽河流域为例,参照其他研究者的区划方案,开展了以水生态三级区为基础的水生态功能分类,为流域水生态功能区划提供了一种可借鉴的流程框架.     

A Conductive Molecular Framework Derived Li2S/N,P‐Codoped Carbon Cathode for Advanced Lithium–Sulfur Batteries

Li₂S is one of the most promising cathode materials for Li‐ion batteries because of its high theoretical capacity and compatibility with Li‐metal‐free anode materials. However, the poor conductivity and electrochemical reactivity lead to low initial capacity and severe capacity decay. In this communication, a nitrogen and phosphorus codoped carbon (N,P–C) framework derived from phytic acid doped polyaniline hydrogel is designed to support Li₂S nanoparticles as a binder‐free cathode for Li–S battery. The porous 3D architecture of N and P codoped carbon provides continuous electron pathways and hierarchically porous channels for Li ion transport. Phosphorus doping can also suppress the shuttle effect through strong interaction between sulfur and the carbon framework, resulting in high Coulombic efficiency. Meanwhile, P doping in the carbon framework plays an important role in improving the reaction kinetics, as it may help catalyze the redox reactions of sulfur species to reduce electrochemical polarization, and enhance the ionic conductivity of Li₂S. As a result, the Li₂S/N,P–C composite electrode delivers a stable capacity of 700 mA h g^?1 with average Coulombic efficiency of 99.4% over 100 cycles at 0.1C and an areal capacity as high as 2 mA h cm^?2 at 0.5C.     

A planning framework based on system theory and GIS for urban emergency shelter system: A case of Guangzhou,China

The urban emergency shelter is of great significance to disaster prevention and mitigation. In China, the demand is enormous for emergency shelters while their construction generally lags behind the economic and social development, which has resulted in heavy casualties and economic losses. This article considers emergency shelters as a complete system from systemic perspective and also proposes a planning framework for emergency shelter system, including the function, hierarchy, type, scale, layout, standard, and supporting-service system of the shelters. Then, an empirical study applying the framework in GIS platform in the urban emergency shelter planning of Guangzhou city was conducted and highly valued by local experts and citizens as a feasible scheme to guide the construction of emergency shelters, indicating that the framework is an appropriate tool for urban emergency shelter planning.     

Different effects of exogenous jasmonic acid on preference and performance of viruliferous Bemisia tabaci B and Q

The sweetpotato whitefly, Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), B and Q biotypes have caused severe losses to crops and vegetables through virus transmission. Our previous studies showed that Q is more efficient than B in acquisition and transmission of tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV) and viruliferous Q is better equipped than B in counterattacking jasmonic acid (JA)‐related plant defense. To understand how plant‐mediated defensive responses involving JA affect insect vectors within a tritrophic framework of plants, insects, and viruses, we examined the effects of exogenous JA on preference and performance of non‐viruliferous and viruliferous B and Q on tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum L., Solanaceae). Our results demonstrated a significantly lower fecundity, shorter longevity, shorter developmental time, and lower survival rate of whiteflies on JA‐treated than on control plants. In addition, viruliferous Q performed significantly better than B in fecundity, longevity, developmental time, and survival rate. When given a choice between JA‐treated and control tomato plants, viruliferous Q was not repelled to JA‐treated plants when the JA concentration was 0.01 and 0.1 mm , whereas others all preferred the untreated control plants. Exogenous JA increased the concentration and the composition of plant volatiles, such as α‐terpinene and β‐ocimene, which deterred whiteflies in a Y‐tube bioassay. It is worth noting that Q has a mutualistic relationship with TYLCV to counteract the host defenses. A better understanding of tritrophic interactions between plants, insects, and viruses will facilitate the development of sustainable management of this invasive global pest.