CD137 Signaling Promotes Endothelial Apoptosis by Inhibiting Nrf2 Pathway, and Upregulating NF-κB Pathway by Tianxin Geng, Yang Yan, Yue Zhang, Liangjie Xu, Guangyao Zang, Jin Chuan Yan

“…Peritoneal injection of agonist-CD137 recombinant protein in ApoE−/− mice was used to determine whether CD137 signaling can promote apoptosis in vivo, and human umbilical vein endothelial cells treated with agonist-CD137 recombinant protein, M5580 (a Nrf2 pathway agonist) and CAPE (a NF-κB pathway inhibitor) were used to explore the effect of Nrf2 and NF-κB pathway in CD137 signaling-induced ECs apoptosis in vitro. …”
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Faktor-faktor yang Memengaruhi Kesuksesan E-Learning dengan Model UTAUT di Kementerian Keuangan by Bambang Sancoko, Hasan Ashari

“…Abstract  The development of information technology has resulted in changes in the pattern of human resource development (HR) where the use of e-learning methods is now developing. …”
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The LIFTMOR-M (Lifting Intervention For Training Muscle and Osteoporosis Rehabilitation for Men) trial: protocol for a semirandomised controlled trial of supervised targeted exerci... by Benjamin K Weeks, Belinda R Beck, Amy T Harding, Steven L Watson

“…The study has been granted ethical approval from the Griffith University Human Research Ethics Committee (Protocol number AHS/07/14/HREC).Trial registration number Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (www.anzctr.org.au)ANZCTR12616000344493; Pre-results.…”
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Argonaute2 and Argonaute4 Involved in the Pathogenesis of Kawasaki Disease via mRNA Expression Profiles by Zon-Min Lee, Hui-Chuan Chang, Shih-Feng Liu, Ying-Hsien Huang, Ho-Chang Kuo

“…Methods and Materials: We obtained mRNA-level gene expression profiles from leukocyte samples that had previously been gathered in another study and uploaded to the NCBI GEO database. The Human Transcriptome Array (HTA 2.0) analysis included 50 children with KD prior to IVIG (KD1), 18 children with KD three weeks post-IVIG (KD3), 18 non-febrile controls (HC), and 18 febrile controls (FC), which were arranged in the quoted publications for all materials and methods in order to collect data. …”
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Corporal Punishment of Children in Nine Countries as a Function of Child Gender and Parent Gender by Jennifer E. Lansford, Liane Peña Alampay, Suha Al-Hassan, Dario Bacchini, Anna Silvia Bombi, Marc H. Bornstein, Lei Chang, Kirby Deater-Deckard, Laura Di Giunta, Kenneth A. Dodge, Paul Oburu, Concetta Pastorelli, Desmond K. Runyan, Ann T. Skinner, Emma Sorbring, Sombat Tapanya, Liliana Maria Uribe Tirado, Arnaldo Zelli

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Glossina pallidipes Density and Trypanosome Infection Rate in Arba Minch Zuria District of Gamo Zone, Southern Ethiopia by Ephrem Tora, Wasihun Seyoum, Firew Lejebo

“…African trypanosomosis is a disease of both animals and humans resulting from infection with parasitaemic protozoa of the genus Trypanosoma transmitted mainly by the tsetse flies (Glossina species). …”
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Perbedaan Daya Hambat Bakteri dari Propolis Cair yang Ada di Pasaran Terhadap Escherichia Coli dan Staphylococcus Aureus Secara In Vitro by Bangun Azhari Yusuf, Aziz Djamal, Asterina

“…The main component of propolis is resin which is collected and mixed with saliva. The human also use propolis as a treatment against various illness such as bacterial infection. …”
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Incorporating insulin into alginate-chitosan 3D-printed scaffolds: A comprehensive study on structure, mechanics, and biocompatibility for cartilage tissue engineering by Afsaneh Jahani, Mohammad Sadegh Nourbakhsh, Ali Moradi, Marzieh Mohammadi, Lobat Tayebi

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Hydrochemical assessment of borehole water in Effurun, Delta state Niger Delta, Nigeria: implications for public health and safety by Odunayo Tope Ojo, Chiaka Joy Ike, Adegoke Ige Aladeboyeje, Olayiwola Grace Olaseeni, Olumuyiwa Femi Adewumi

“…The central area exhibited moderate ion concentrations, while the southeastern region had the highest calcium levels, possibly due to geological formations rich in calcium or human activities. The study highlights diverse hydrochemical characteristics of Effurun's borehole water, with some areas showing contamination beyond acceptable limits. …”
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Diversity and Distribution of <i>Phytophthora</i> Species Along an Elevation Gradient in Natural and Semi-Natural Forest Ecosystems in Portugal by Carlo Bregant, Eduardo Batista, Sandra Hilário, Benedetto Teodoro Linaldeddu, Artur Alves

“…The genus <i>Phytophthora</i> includes a large number of species that are invading forest ecosystems worldwide, chiefly as a consequence of global trade and human activities. This paper reports the results of a survey of <i>Phytophthora</i> diversity in natural and semi-natural forest ecosystems in Portugal along an elevation gradient. …”
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The Level of Heavy Metal Contamination in Selected Vegetables and Animal Feed Grasses Grown in Wastewater Irrigated Area, around Asmara, Eritrea by Goitom Kfle, Ghebray Asgedom, Tedros Goje, Felema Abbebe, Lula Habtom, Hagos Hanes

“…Soils irrigated with wastewater are by and large contaminated with heavy metals, and consumption of vegetables and animal feed grasses grown in contaminated soils have been a major food chain route for human exposure and pose a health hazard. A study was conducted in three sites to assess the accumulation of heavy metals in farms irrigated with wastewater between two and five decades in and around Asmara, Eritrea. …”
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Australian children’s foot, ankle and leg problems in primary care: a secondary analysis of the Bettering the Evaluation and Care of Health (BEACH) data by Hylton B Menz, Christopher Harrison, Peter A Lazzarini, Cylie M Williams, Julie Gordon

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MiR-125b-5p ameliorates ox-LDL-induced vascular endothelial cell dysfunction by negatively regulating TNFSF4/TLR4/NF-κB signaling by Wenshuai He, Limin Zhao, Pengfei Wang, Maojia Ren, Yunfei Han

“…Methods An in vitro AS cell model was established by exposing human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) to 100 µg/mL ox-LDL for 24 h. …”
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Sistem Isyarat Bahasa Indonesia (SIBI) Metode Convolutional Neural Network Sequential secara Real Time by Oky Dwi Nurhayati, Dania Eridani, Muhammad Hafiz Tsalavin

“…The use of hand signals is not always understood by normal humans, such that additional devices are needed to make sign translation easier. …”
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Changes in and Potential Mechanisms of Circulating IgA+CD27-Class-Switched Memory B Cells in Patients With Allergic Rhinitis by Zheng H, Xu S, Yang R, Jiao WE, Qiao YL, Liu JY, Fan HM, Zhou YT, Ni HF, Chen J, Deng YQ, Chen SM

“…After AIT, the number of circulating IgA+CD27- class-switched memory B cells in AR patients was significantly positively correlated with the number of Treg cells and IL-10 and significantly negatively correlated with the VAS score (P < 0.05).Conclusion: The IgA+CD27- class-switched memory cell subset in human peripheral blood may serve as a potential biomarker for evaluating AR symptoms and treatment efficacy. …”
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Nitrous Oxide Emissions from Smallholders’ Cropping Systems in Sub-Saharan Africa by Shaankua E. Lemarpe, Collins M. Musafiri, Joseph M. Macharia, Milka N. Kiboi, Onesmus K. Ng’etich, Chris A. Shisanya, Jeremiah Okeyo, Elizabeth A. Okwuosa, Felix K. Ngetich

“…Ozone layer depletion allows penetration of ultraviolet radiations, which are hazardous to human health. Climate change culminates in reduced food productivity. …”
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Evaluation for an Open Society: Then and Now by Robert Picciotto

“…The dominance of an international order grounded in democracy, human rights, and the rule of law is giving way to a world in which leaders are pursuing narrow nationalist and vested interests. …”
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Using Sequence Mining to Predict Complex Systems: A Case Study in Influenza Epidemics by Theyazn H. H. Aldhyani, Manish R. Joshi, Shahab A. AlMaaytah, Ahmed Abdullah Alqarni, Nizar Alsharif

“…Moreover, graver dangers are encountered with influenza subtypes against which there is little or no preexisting human immunity. Such subtypes of influenza have the potential to cause devastating epidemics. …”
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Evaluation of the impact of acidic medications and fluoride-containing mouthwash on the enamel surface using quantitative light-induced fluorescence, microhardness, and scanning el... by Saanya Bhasin, Simran Singh, Manuel Sebastian Thomas, Karuna Yarmunja Mahabala, Ramya Shenoy

“…Methods An in vitro experimental study was conducted on ninety-six healthy human posterior teeth. Forty-eight samples were tested for surface demineralization via quantitative laser fluorescence (QLF), and the other forty-eight samples were tested for enamel microhardness via a Vickers hardness tester. …”
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A scoping review on the obstacles faced by beta thalassemia major patients in Pakistan- Matter of policy investment by Ali Hussain Ansari, Saqib Hussain Ansari, Mubarak Jabeen Salman, Muhammad Usman Hussain Ansari, Rawshan Jabeen

“…These largely include hepatitis C, hepatitis B, and the Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). TTIs impact the quality of life of these patients and their overall survival. …”
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