Genetic diversity of broad beans (Vicia faba) in the collection of the Vavilov Institute and its use in breeding by S. M. Mamedova, M. A. Vishnyakova

“…The paper provides information on the botanical, environmental and geographical diversity of VIR’s broad bean collection, its level of studiedness, current research issues, and the use of the collection in the breeding process. The crop’s biological traits, characteristics of vegetable and fodder accessions, current breeding trends and source material for breeding are described. …”
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Fiber-tip photonic crystal for real-time referenced biosensing in serum by Mathias Dolci, Paco Dreverman, Mildred S. Cano-Velázquez, Arthur L. Hendriks, Emiel Veth, P.J. van Veldhoven, Andrea Fiore, Peter Zijlstra

“…The coupling of light with a transducer at the tip of the optical fiber enables the detection of physical and biological parameters. 2D photonic crystals (PhC) can be designed to feature guided-mode resonances (GMR) characterized by a strong electric field at the PhC surface, providing a suitable tool for the detection of local refractive index variations (e.g. biomolecule adsorption). …”
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Comprehensive Screening of Gene Function and Networks by DNA Microarray Analysis in Japanese Patients with Idiopathic Portal Hypertension by Kohei Kotani, Joji Kawabe, Hiroyasu Morikawa, Tomohiko Akahoshi, Makoto Hashizume, Susumu Shiomi

“…Analysis using network-based pathways revealed decreased expression of adenosine deaminase, ectonucleoside triphosphate diphosphohydrolase 4, ATP-binding cassette, subfamily C, member 1, transforming growth factor-β, and prostaglandin E receptor 2; increased expression of cytochrome P450, family 4, subfamily F, polypeptide 3, and glutathione peroxidase 3; and abnormalities in the immune system, nucleic acid metabolism, arachidonic acid/leukotriene pathways, and biological processes. These results suggested that IPH involved compromised function of immunocompetent cells and that such dysfunction may be associated with abnormalities in nucleic acid metabolism and arachidonic acid/leukotriene-related synthesis/metabolism.…”
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Regulation of photosynthetic characteristics carbon and nitrogen metabolism and growth of maize seedlings by graphene oxide coating by Xu Zhang, Weidong Huang, Deyong Kong, Wei Guo, Haiyan Sun

“…As a result, weak seedlings affect maize production, The commonly used seed coating agents in production are mainly to prevent biological stress of pests and diseases, and have little effect on seedling vigor and abiotic resistance. …”
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The Predictive and Prognostic Factors in Patients with Gastric Cancer Accompanied by Gastric Outlet Obstruction by Hongliang Zu, Huiling Wang, Chunfeng Li, Wendian Zhu, Yingwei Xue

“…Gastric cancer with GOO exhibits aggressive biological features and has poor outcomes. The multivariate analysis showed that curability, GOO, the tumor size, lymph node metastasis, and the depth of invasion were independent prognostic factors. …”
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Collagen membrane versus platelet rich fibrin membrane in bone graft healing: An experimental study in sheep. by Mahdi O. Abdullah, Ahmed A. Hayder

“…Conclusion: The use of PRF membrane shows a good outcome as a low cost biological material capable of improving bone healing defects, grafted with bone substitute. …”
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FingerDTA: A Fingerprint-Embedding Framework for Drug-Target Binding Affinity Prediction by Xuekai Zhu, Juan Liu, Jian Zhang, Zhihui Yang, Feng Yang, Xiaolei Zhang

“…A fusion of global information and local patterns can construct neural network calculations closer to actual biological processes. This paper proposes a Fingerprint-embedding framework for Drug-Target binding Affinity prediction (FingerDTA), which uses CNN to extract local patterns and utilize fingerprints to characterize global information. …”
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Community Dynamics of Fish Larvae in Coastal Zhejiang: Seasonal Variations in Spatiotemporal Distribution and Environmental Driving Factors by Peng Zhao, Rijin Jiang, Qiqun Li, Rui Yin, Yuelian He, Qingxi Han, Guangjie Fang

“…The coastal waters of Zhejiang feature a complex aquatic environment and abundant biological resources, creating an ideal habitat for various fish species. …”
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Exploring the climate-environment-health nexus: Insights for informed action by Harvey V. Fineberg

“…The environment, encompassing physical, biological, and social dimensions, profoundly influences our health. …”
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Investigation and Comparison of Some Laboratories in Terms of Occupational Health and Safety by ELMERI Observation Method by Orkun Dalyan, Mehmet Pişkin, Ömer Faruk Öztürk, Nuray Özkaya

“…According to the data obtained from the ELMERI safety index, the necessary measures to be taken in the laboratories were determined and recommendations were made.According to this research, average index values of laboratories according to categories; training and information 96%, diseases and accidents 94%, biological factors 86%, physical factors 82%, ergonomics 81%, machinery and hand tools 78%, personal protective equipment 75%, waste management 72%, electricity 71%, chemical factors 69%, fire-explosion and emergencies 67%, psychosocial factors 67%, storage 64% and general workplace layout 62%.Although there are occupational safety evaluation studies in the literature using the checklists published by the relevant ministry, there is almost no work to create safety indexes for workplaces by combining the relevant lists with the ELMERI observation method. …”
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Network pharmacology-based screening of the active ingredients and mechanisms of Cymbaria daurica against diabetes mellitus by Ruyu Shi, Dongxue Chen, Mingyue Ji, Baochang Zhou, Ziyan Zhang, Chunhong Zhang, Minhui Li

“…Cymbaria daurica L. has a long history as a folk medicine and tea for the treatment of diabetes. However, the biological activity and mechanism of its hypoglycemic effect have not been fully elucidated. …”
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Canine parvovirus enteritis: epidemic situation analysis and perspectives by T. S. Galkina, A. К. Karaulov

“…Parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2) can affect dogs at any age, but puppies between 6 weeks and 6 months old are most susceptible to infection. One of the main biological properties of parvovirus is its continuous genetic evolution, which led to the replacement of the original virus type by new antigenic variants – CPV-2a, CPV-2b and CPV-2c. …”
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Potential Biomarkers of Peripheral and Central Fatigue in High-Intensity Trained Athletes at High-Temperature: A Pilot Study with Momordica charantia (Bitter Melon) by Jae-Jun Kwak, Jang Soo Yook, Min-Seong Ha

“…Among potent dietary supplements, Momordica charantia, commonly called bitter melon, has various biological effects, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, and improves energy metabolism and fatigue recovery. …”
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Antimicrobial Efficacy and Cell Adhesion Inhibition of In Situ Synthesized ZnO Nanoparticles/Polyvinyl Alcohol Nanofibrous Membranes by Jian Li, Qun Zhang, Minjing Xu, Changzhu Wu, Ping Li

“…In this context, free zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles (NPs) have been increasingly shown with broad antimicrobial activities. However, biological properties of immobilized ZnO NPs on matrixes like nanofibrous membranes are still limited. …”
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Scrotal Skin Metastases Revealing a Prostatic Adenocarcinoma by Idriss Ziani, Zayd El Boukili El Makhoukh, Ahmed Ibrahimi, Omar Bellouki, Jihane Benahmed, Yasmine Laraqui, Fouad Zouidia, Hachem El Sayegh, Lounis Benslimane, Yassine Nouini

“…The patient received second-generation hormone therapy with good clinical and biological outcomes. Discussion. Based on literature review of nearly 2,500 skin metastases, we found that only 436 were spreading from the genitourinary tract. …”
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A new strategy for the treatment of advanced ovarian cancer: utilizing nanotechnology to regulate the tumor microenvironment by Zixuan Xiong, Yichun Huang, Shulong Cao, Xuqun Huang, Haiyuan Zhang

“…Despite the challenges posed by the TME in the treatment of AOC, the unique biological advantages of nanoparticles (NPs) make it possible to regulate the TME. …”
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Evaluating the impact of Bt rice straw return on Eisenia fetida: AHP analysis, biomarkers, and Bt protein fate by Chuanjun Shi, Junfei Li, Huiru Zhan, Yuanjiao Feng, Jianwu Wang, Zhengao Xiao, Yinghua Shu

“…The rice variety was a key factor affecting soil nutrients among the different rice straw treatments, which significantly affected E. fetida’s biological and biochemical parameters. Therefore, returning rice straw to soil presented different effects on E. fetida owing to the differences in rice variety rather than the presence of Cry1Ab protein.…”
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Three-axis electrical induction sensor of electric field strength in form of three mutually perpendicular disks by S. V. Biryukov

“…Measuring the parameters of electric fields affecting technical and biological objects is impossible without the use of electric field strength sensors. …”
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Identifying key genes in cancer networks using persistent homology by Rodrigo Henrique Ramos, Yago Augusto Bardelotte, Cynthia de Oliveira Lage Ferreira, Adenilso Simao

“…We integrate mutation data from six cancer types and three biological functions: DNA Repair, Chromatin Organization, and Programmed Cell Death. …”
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In situ delivery of synthetic preimplantation factor using aldehyde-modified hyaluronic acid hydrogel with immobilized complexes of chondroitin sulfate derivatives by Tutut Habibah, Andrea Exnerová, Kristina Nešporová, Una FitzGerald, Abhay Pandit, Marek Ingr, Martin Pravda, Vladimír Velebný

“…Additionally, the release of FITC-SPIF enhanced TGF-β secretion in THP-1 macrophages, indicating preserved biological activity. These findings highlight the tunable release and mechanical properties achieved by adjusting the HAOX:CSOX ratio, strategically aligning the DDS for targeted MS symptom management. …”
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