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Chemistry, Physical
Ivana Vladic Kancir, Marijana Serdar
Summary: This study investigates the synergistic effect between red mud and other cementitious materials in concrete mixes. The results show that a higher level of cement substitution can be achieved without compromising the mechanical properties of the mortar, by understanding the synergy between the materials.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Babina Sanjel, Won-Sik Shim
Summary: This article summarizes mouse models of atopic dermatitis (AD) and describes their characteristics from a researcher's perspective.
BIOCHEMICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Immunology
Amanda N. N. Samuels, Erin R. R. Wang, Gregory A. A. Harrison, Joy C. C. Valenta, Christina L. L. Stallings
Summary: This article discusses the impact of bacterial central carbon metabolism on Mtb drug tolerance and proposes that these metabolic pathways could be potential drug targets. By better understanding the physiological state of Mtb in the host, we can hope to treat tuberculosis more effectively.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Pediatrics
Andrea H. Gillespie, Allan Doctor
Summary: Red blood cells play important roles in hemostasis through mechanisms such as influencing blood viscosity and flow dynamics, surface interactions, generation of microparticles, and participation in blood clot formation.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Frederico G. S. Toledo, Suresh Chari, Dhiraj Yadav
Summary: The study demonstrates that insulin resistance can independently increase pancreatic cancer mortality, even in individuals without diabetes and hyperglycemia. This finding has significant implications for our understanding of pancreatic cancer risk.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elena Muino, Israel Fernandez-Cadenas, Adria Arboix
Summary: CADASIL, caused by mutations in NOTCH3, leads to small vessel disease with symptoms like migraines, psychiatric disorders, strokes, and dementia. Omic studies have identified molecules related to cell adhesion, cytoskeleton, autophagia, and other pathways in CADASIL, providing insights for potential drug targets.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sehwan Jang, Xavier R. Chapa-Dubocq, Yulia Y. Tyurina, Claudette M. St Croix, Alexandr A. Kapralov, Vladimir A. Tyurin, Hulya Bayir, Valerian E. Kagan, Sabzali Javadov
Summary: Ferroptosis is a programmed iron-dependent cell death associated with lipid peroxidation, particularly phospholipids. Mitochondria play a crucial role in ferroptosis by being sensitive to ferroptotic stimuli and contributing to lipid peroxidation. The transport of reduced glutathione to mitochondria through DIC and OGC carrier proteins plays a key role in ferroptosis, and inhibiting these carriers can aggravate the process. Additionally, dihydrolipoic acid acts as an essential cofactor for mitochondrial enzymes and can attenuate ferroptosis by directly reducing peroxidized phospholipids.
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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Denes Varga, Laszlo Tolvaj, Edina Preklet
Summary: This study tested the color stability of black locust, beech red heartwood, and spruce wood samples through steam treatment and UV irradiation, with results showing that beech exhibited the best color stability, while spruce was the most sensitive to photodegradation. Steam treatment reduced color change intensity for black locust, with the greatest protection against color alteration observed at 120 degrees Celsius. The investigated thermal treatments did not change the photodegradation properties of beech and spruce specimens.
Review
Clinical Neurology
Nigel Paneth
Summary: Epidemiological approaches have significantly contributed to our understanding of developmental disabilities. They have helped identify the changing prevalence of cerebral palsy (CP), mild intellectual disability, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These studies have also revealed important factors and prevention strategies for these disabilities. Promisingly, ongoing population-based studies in Norway, Denmark, and Japan, as well as other studies, continue to enhance our knowledge in this field.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mariette Hanot, Ludivine Raby, Pamela Volkel, Xuefen Le Bourhis, Pierre-Olivier Angrand
Summary: Polycomb group (PcG) proteins, assembled into PRC1 and PRC2 complexes, play a significant role in the epigenetic regulation of gene expression programs involved in cell fate and tissue development. Their importance in fundamental cellular processes and human pathologies, including cancer, has received considerable attention. This review focuses on the use of the zebrafish model to explore the function of PRC1 and PRC2 complexes, highlighting the unique opportunities it provides to gain insights into their roles in tissue development, organ integrity, and pathology.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Akande Rouchidane Eyitayo, Mathilde Gonin, Hubert Arokium, Stephen Manon
Summary: BCL-2 family members are key regulators of apoptotic cell death in mammals. Studying their ectopic expression in yeast provides valuable insights into their function and regulation mechanisms.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Ursula Cardenas-Mamani, Daniela Perrotti
Summary: This article proposes an integrated framework combining urban metabolism and ecosystem services to extend the Economy-Wide Material Flow Analysis. The framework allows for the assessment of ecosystem services and resource flows to describe the relationship between cities and natural systems.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Hamish Pearson, Lloyd Donaldson, Mark Kimberley, Bruce Davy
Summary: Supercritical CO2 dewatering and drying technique has been successfully applied to difficult-to-dry red beech wood, and can be combined with other processing methods to create an economically viable process with improved energy, environmental, and carbon footprints.
WOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Youngmin Hong, Ingyu Lee, Beomseok Tae, Wonseok Lee, Shu-Yuan Pan, Seth W. Snyder, Hyunook Kim
Summary: The study investigated the presence of three PDE-5 inhibitors in two sewage treatment plants and receiving water bodies in Korea, revealing that these pharmaceuticals were hardly removed by the treatment plants and exhibited high persistence in the environment. Analysis of influent data from the two plants showed increased consumption of PDE-5 inhibitors on weekends, especially in areas with adult entertainment establishments.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhang, Jundi Ai, Jishi Du
Summary: This study investigates the breakdown mechanism of alumina-based ceramics and finds that the stability of dielectric breakdown decreases and the dielectric loss increases with the increase of ZrO2 content. The tetragonal phase zirconia enhances the dielectric breakdown strength by preventing crack propagation. The insulating oil breaks down before ceramic breakdown, followed by rearrangement of charges and the generation of a large amount of heat energy causing substance melting and eruption.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
(2022)