Global transcriptional modulation and nutritional status of soybean plants following foliar application of zinc borate as a suspension concentrate fertilizer by Eloisa Vendemiatti, Rafael Oliveira Moreira, Gabriel Lasmar dos Reis, Inty Omar Hernandez-De Lira, Eugenia Peña-Yewtukhiw, Franz Walter Rieger Hippler, Luis Omar Torres-Dorante, Kiran Pavuluri, Alex Valentine, Vitor L. Nascimento, Vagner Augusto Benedito

“…Furthermore, a gene lacking functional annotation (Glyma.03G180300) emerged as a novel potential marker of B status. Two genes (Glyma.16G118000, Glyma.16G199000) were consistently induced by Zn availability, highlighting their potential as biomarkers for assessing its status in soybean plants. …”
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Natural products targeting RAS by multiple mechanisms and its therapeutic potential in cancer: An update since 2020 by Yanqing Liu, Jie Chen, Xiang Li, Yu Fan, Cheng Peng, Xiaochun Ye, Yingshuang Wang, Xin Xie

“…Natural products, endowed with unique chemical structures and diverse biological activities through long-term natural selection, have emerged as a vital resource for discovering novel RAS-targeted therapeutic drugs. This review focuses on the latest advancements in targeting RAS with natural products and categorizes these natural products based on their mechanisms of action. …”
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Enhancing MPPT performance for partially shaded photovoltaic arrays through backstepping control with Genetic Algorithm-optimized gains by Serge Raoul Dzonde Naoussi, Kenfack Tsobze Saatong, Reagan Jean Jacques Molu, Wulfran Fendzi Mbasso, Mohit Bajaj, Mohamed Louzazni, Milkias Berhanu, Salah Kamel

“…This study introduces a novel approach to enhance the efficiency of photovoltaic systems in Maroua, Cameroon, by tailoring them to the specific solar dynamics of the region. …”
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Antihypertensive effects of whey protein hydrolysate involve reshaping the gut microbiome in spontaneously hypertension rats by Peipei Dou, Xiaoyi Li, Xiaoxiao Zou, Kai Wang, Lei Yao, Zhuo Sun, Hui Hong, Yongkang Luo, Yuqing Tan

“…Novel angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory peptides were identified from whey protein hydrolysates (WPH) in vitro in our previous study and the antihypertensive abilities of WPH in vivo were further investigated in the current study. …”
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MTIOT: Identifying HPV subtypes from multiple infection data by Qi Zhao, Tianjun Zhou, Lin Li, Guofan Hong, Luonan Chen

“…To address these limitations, we introduce MTIOT (Multiple subTypes In One Time), a novel detection method that utilizes machine learning with a new multichannel integration scheme to enhance HPV-DNA analysis. …”
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Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment: current treatment approaches by A.V. Doga, D.O. Shkvorchenko, L.A. Kryl, M.R. Taevere, D.A. Buryakov

“…This paper discusses routine and promising surgical techniques for RRD, compare these techniques, and reviews novel technologies and randomized clinical studies that will sign ificantly improve surgical outcomes.…”
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Synthesis of Iron-Modified Biochar Derived from Rice Straw and Its Application to Arsenic Removal by Thi Hanh Nguyen, Thi Huong Pham, Hong Tham Nguyen Thi, Thi Nham Nguyen, Minh-Viet Nguyen, Trinh Tran Dinh, Minh Phuong Nguyen, Trung Quang Do, Thao Phuong, Thu Trang Hoang, Thanh Tung Mai Hung, Viet Ha Tran Thi

“…A novel iron-modified biochar (FMBC) derived from rice straw was synthesized using FeCl3 modification for efficient As(V) removal from aqueous solution. …”
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Association between D-dimer to lymphocyte ratio and in hospital all-cause mortality in elderly patients with sepsis: a cohort of 1123 patients by Xinguang Long, Zhenkui Hu, Chao Song, Jinhui Zhang

“…BackgroundThe D-dimer to lymphocyte ratio (DLR), a novel inflammatory biomarker, had been shown to be related to adverse outcomes in patients with various diseases. …”
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Simulation of Crowd Evacuation in Asymmetrical Exit Layout Based on Improved Dynamic Parameters Model by Omar Alidmat, Hamza Abu Owida, Umi Kalsom Yusof, Ahmed Almaghthawi, Askar Altalidi, Rami S. Alkhawaldeh, Suhaila Abuowaida, Nawaf Alshdaifat, Jamil AlShaqsi

“…This paper proposes a novel two-dimensional cellular automaton model for multi-exit evacuation, which simplifies evacuee decision-making in an asymmetrical exit layout within dense crowds. …”
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Investigating LiDAR Metrics for Old-Growth Beech- and Spruce-Dominated Forest Identification in Central Europe by Devara P. Adiningrat, Andrew Skidmore, Michael Schlund, Tiejun Wang, Haidi Abdullah, Marco Heurich

“…This study introduces a novel approach for identifying old-growth forests by optimizing a set of selected LiDAR standards and structural metrics. …”
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Simulation study on converter transformer windings stress characteristics under harmonic current and temperature rise effect by Jing Xu, Jian Hao, Ning Zhang, Ruijin Liao, Yun Feng, Wenlong Liao, Huanchao Cheng

“…Finally, the study proposed and validated a novel winding stress calculation model that incorporates the effects of harmonic current and their associated temperature rise. …”
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Anti-Inflammatory and Antinociceptive Activities of Bufalin in Rodents by Lili Wen, Yang Huang, Xianbiao Xie, Wan Huang, Junqiang Yin, Wenqian Lin, Qiang Jia, Weian Zeng

“…Taken together, bufalin treatment resulted in in vivo anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and bufalin may be a novel, potential drug for the treatment of inflammatory diseases.…”
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Dynamics and drivers of the carbonate system: response to terrestrial runoff and upwelling along the Northeastern Colombian Caribbean coast by Constanza Ricaurte-Villota, Magnolia Murcia-Riaño, José Martín Hernádez-Ayón

“…This study provides a novel 6-year time-series dataset for the carbonate system in the Colombian Caribbean, offering a valuable baseline for assessing the impacts of global warming and ocean acidification in the region.…”
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SIX1 aggravates the progression of spinal cord injury in mice by promoting M1 polarization of microglia by Zhonghua Xu, Manhui Zhu, Hua Xie, Jiacheng Zhu, Hongming Zheng, Xiaojuan Liu, Yuting Zhang, Jinbo Liu

“…Overall, the results suggest that SIX1 promotes M1 polarization of microglia following SCI by upregulating the VEGF-C/VEGFR3 axis, whereas the blockade of SIX1 can improve the recovery of locomotor function following SCI, demonstrating a novel strategy for the treatment of SCI.…”
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Stage-specific function of sphingolipid synthases in African trypanosomes by Norton Heise, Carolina M. Koeller, Mohamed Sharif, James D. Bangs

“…This work details the function of each SLS in both bloodstream and insect form parasites. Novel and unexpected sphingolipid dependences are found in each stage. …”
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The association of lipid accumulation product with inflammatory parameters and mortality: evidence from a large population-based study by Yi Chi, Yiqing Zhang, Huang Lin, Shanshan Zhou, Genlin Jia, Wei Wen

“…This study aimed to explore the association between a novel marker of lipid accumulation, the abdominal volume index (AVI), inflammatory parameters, and mortality.MethodsThis study enrolled 2,109 older adult senior citizens (aged over 60 years) with hypertension from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. …”
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Genetic insight into dissecting the immunophenotypes and inflammatory profiles in the pathogenesis of Sjogren syndrome by Jingyi Xu, Shucheng Si, Yijun Han, Lin Zeng, Jinxia Zhao

“…Conclusions By providing a novel genetic insight into unveiling the roles of autoimmunity and inflammation in Sjogren syndrome, our findings may potentially lead to identifying new clinical biomarkers for disease monitoring and therapeutic targets that offer more effective alternatives for treating this condition. …”
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Antimicrobial Properties of α-MSH and Related Synthetic Melanocortins by A. Catania, G. Colombo, C. Rossi, A. Carlin, A. Sordi, C. Lonati, F. Turcatti, P. Leonardi, P. Grieco, S. Gatti

“…Synthetic derivatives, chemically stable and resistant to enzymatic degradation, could form the basis for novel therapies that combine anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.…”
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The association between dolutegravir-based antiretrovirals and high blood pressure among adults with HIV in southern Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study by Agete Tadewos Hirigo, Daniel Yilma, Ayalew Astatkie, Zelalem Debebe

“…Background: Dolutegravir (DTG), a novel antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV, is increasingly adopted across sub-Saharan Africa. …”
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A Simplified Method for Evaluating Chitin-Binding Activity Applied to YKL-40 (HC-gp39, CHI3L1) and Chitotriosidase by Keita Suzuki, Hidetoshi Suzuki, Ami Tanaka, Miwa Tanaka, Kairi Takase, Hiromu Takei, Tomoki Kanaizumi, Kazuaki Okawa, Peter O. Bauer, Fumitaka Oyama

“…In this study, we establish a novel chitin-binding affinity evaluation method using a three-step buffer system to assess the binding strength and specificity of chitin-binding proteins and apply it to characterize YKL-40’s binding mechanism. …”
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