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Adaptation of a prey population to increasing predation risks
To test the hypotheses that multigenerational predation risk favors clones with longer postero-lateral spines and a larger body, and that fitness consequences of selection depend on both tested fitness variabl...
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Flexible MXene/sodium alginate composite fabric with high structural stability and oxidation resistance for electromagnetic interference shielding
Wearable electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding fabrics with excellent electromagnetic shielding performance, oxidation resistance, and structural stability are highly demanded for the rapid development ...
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Daily Loneliness Affects Quality of Life in Sickle Cell Disease
Loneliness is related to psychosomatic challenges in chronic illnesses; however, very little research focuses on loneliness in sickle cell disease (SCD), the most common genetic blood disorder. This study used...
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Cardiovascular adverse effects and mechanistic insights of arsenic exposure: a review
Human exposure to environmental arsenic induces cardiovascular diseases such as arrhythmias, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis. Here, we review the toxicological and cardiovascular impacts of arsenic in in ...
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Hydrogen production from hydrolysis of NaBH4 solution over Co–Fe–B@g-C3N4/NF thin film catalyst
In this study, the double loaded Co–Fe–B@g-C3N4/NF (NF: Ni foam) thin film catalysts were prepared for the first time via chemical deposition method at room temperature. By optimizing the reducing agent concentra...
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Placental transfer and hazards of silver nanoparticles exposure during pregnancy: a review
Many products contain silver nanoparticles, which are adsorbed by living organisms and then go through biological barriers. In particular, penetration of silver nanoparticles through the placental barrier is l...
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The role of depression between sleep disorders and frailty among elderly patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in China: a cross-sectional study
To investigate the correlation among sleep disorders, physical frailty, and depression in elderly patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and to explore the mediating role of depression.
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FAM83B regulates mitochondrial metabolism and anti-apoptotic activity in pulmonary adenocarcinoma
Chemotherapy is an effective therapeutic modality; nevertheless, a significant proportion of patients diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) demonstrate resistance to chemotherapy. Therefore, it is crucial ...
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Open AccessAssociation between serum Klotho levels and hypothyroidism in older adults: NHANES 2007–2012
Whether Klotho plays any role in hypothyroidism is unknown. This study aimed to determine the relationship between serum Klotho levels and hypothyroidism in older adults. From the 2007 to 2012 National Health ...
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Open AccessEpidemiological trends and age-period-cohort effects on cardiovascular diseases burden attributable to ambient air pollution across BRICS
Long-term exposure to ambient air pollution raises the risk of deaths and morbidity worldwide. From 1990 to 2019, we observed the epidemiological trends and age-period-cohort effects on the cardiovascular dise...
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Open AccessOptimizing scope 3 emissions in the automotive manufacturing industry: a multidisciplinary approach
The acceleration of global climate change poses enormous challenges to the automotive manufacturing industry, a key sector in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Particularly, Scope 3 emissions, encompass...
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Creatine Kinase-MM/Proto-oncogene Tyrosine-Protein Kinase Receptor as a Sensitive Indicator for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Carriers
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a lethal X-linked recessive genetic disease, is characterized by progressive muscle wasting which will lead to premature death by cardiorespiratory complications in their lat...
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Preparation of biodiesel catalyzed by immobilized lipase in magnetic ZIF-8 nanomaterial
The main objective of this study was to produce biodiesel utilizing Fe3O4@ZIF-8-CRL as biocatalyst, employing high acid value waste oil. Candida Rugosa lipase (CRL) was immobilized onto a magnetic ZIF-8 organomet...
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Open AccessPAX6/CXCL14 regulatory axis promotes the repair of corneal injury by enhancing corneal epithelial cell proliferation
Corneal injuries, often leading to severe vision loss or blindness, have traditionally been treated with the belief that limbal stem cells (LSCs) are essential for repair and homeostasis, while central corneal...
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Quantum squeezing induced nonreciprocal phonon laser
Phonon lasers or coherent amplifications of mechanical oscillations are powerful tools for fundamental studies on coherent acoustics and hold potential for diverse applications, ranging from ultrasensitive for...
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Open AccessHydrogen gas inhalation ameliorates LPS-induced BPD by inhibiting inflammation via regulating the TLR4–NFκB–IL6/NLRP3 signaling pathway in the placenta
Hydrogen (H2) is regarded as a novel therapeutic agent against several diseases owing to its inherent biosafety. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) has been widely considered among adverse pregnancy outcomes, witho...
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Open AccessComprehensive genetic analysis of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy by Nanopore long-read whole-genome sequencing
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) is a high-prevalence autosomal dominant neuromuscular disease characterized by significant clinical and genetic heterogeneity. Genetic diagnosis of FSHD remains a ...
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Open AccessThe effect of justice sensitivity on malevolent creativity: the mediating role of anger and the moderating role of emotion regulation strategies
the AMORAL model emphasizes the close connection of individuals’ belief system and malevolent creativity. Belief in a just world theory (BJW) states that people have a basic need to believe that the world they...
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Open AccessStructural basis of negative regulation of CRISPR-Cas7-11 by TPR-CHAT
CRISPR‒Cas7-11 is a Type III-E CRISPR-associated nuclease that functions as a potent RNA editing tool. Tetratrico-peptide repeat fused with Cas/HEF1-associated signal transducer (TPR-CHAT) acts as a regulatory...
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Open AccessThe effects of social support and parental autonomy support on the mental well-being of university students: the mediating role of a parent–child relationship
The COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the complex response techniques employed to halt its spread, are both detrimental to mental and emotional well-being. Students’ lives have been damaged by social alienation an...