Prevalence of High Fat Sugar Salt Products, Labeling Characteristics, and Categories of Foods Sold within In-Store Restricted Areas: A Survey in 3 UK Supermarkets after the 2022 Im... by Ella Hurst, Sally G Moore, Lewis W Wallis

“…The UK Nutrient Profiling Model was used to determine product HFSS status and the FOPNL multiple traffic light criteria used to calculate the number of inherent red traffic lights (iRTLs) possessed. …”
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Nano-XRF of lung fibrotic tissue reveals unexplored Ca, Zn, S and Fe metabolism: a novel approach to chronic lung diseases by Bryan Falcones, Maik Kahnt, Ulf Johansson, Barbora Svobodová, Karin A. von Wachenfelt, Charlott Brunmark, Göran Dellgren, Linda Elowsson, Karina Thånell, Gunilla Westergren-Thorsson

“…Abstract Synchrotron-radiation nano-X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) is a cutting-edge technique offering high-resolution insights into the elemental composition of biological tissues, shedding light on metabolic processes and element localization within cellular structures. …”
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Morphological features of bovine placenta in case of viral, bacterial and protozoal infections by O. V. Sokolova, L. I. Drozdova, I. A. Shkuratova

“…Histological sections were analyzed using a Leica DM 1000 light microscope at a magnification of 100×,  200×,  400×,  630×.  …”
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Preparation and Characterization of Biodegradable Composited Films Based on Potato Starch/Glycerol/Gelatin by Xiaoqing Niu, Qianyun Ma, Shuiling Li, Wenxiu Wang, Yajuan Ma, Hongqian Zhao, Jianfeng Sun, Jie Wang

“…The formulation of the biodegradable film was first optimized via response surface methodology combined with the multi-index comprehensive evaluation method that considered physical properties (thickness, water solution (WS), tensile strength (TS) and elongation at break (E%)) and barrier property (light transmittance (T%)). Results indicated that the optimal conditions were 2.5% starch, 2.0% glycerol, and 1.5% gelatin (based on water). …”
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Characterization of Two Historical Postage Stamps Made from Cotton Fibers and Their Restoration Trials Based on the Experimental Studies by Maisa M.A. Mansour, Yassin E. Zidan, Abou El Fettouh A Abd El Hakim, Mohamed Mahmoud Allam, Hayssam M. Ali, Mohammad Akrami, Mohamed Z. M. Salem

“…Two Egyptian historical postage stamps printed in blue and red printing inks were evaluated and examined for their composition using a light microscope, SEM-EDS, FTIR, and Raman spectroscopic analyses. …”
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Halophilic Fungi—Features and Potential Applications by Lyudmila Yovchevska, Yana Gocheva, Galina Stoyancheva, Jeny Miteva-Staleva, Vladislava Dishliyska, Radoslav Abrashev, Tsvetomira Stamenova, Maria Angelova, Ekaterina Krumova

“…Understanding the adaptive mechanisms of halophilic fungi not only sheds light on the biology of extremophilic fungi but also leads to promising biotechnological applications, including the development of salt-tolerant enzymes and strategies for bioremediation of saline habitats. …”
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Genome-Wide Analyses Reveal the Roles of CCT Genes as Regulators of Abiotic Stress Responses in <i>Citrullus lanatus</i> by Yajie Hong, Mengsha Li, Wona Ding, Jun Shi, Zishuo Zheng, Nailin Xing, Qiuping Li

“…Segmental duplication (gene amplification) significantly influenced the evolution of these genes, with most ClCCT genes containing light-, hormone-, and/or abiotic stimulus-responsive elements. …”
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Etude expérimentale et théorique d’un nouveau composé halogène pnicture Hg$_{12}$Sb$_6 ($Br$_{5,186}$I$_{6,814})$ by Kheit, Messaoud, Merazka, Soumia, Kars, Mohammed, Gómez-Herrero, Adrian, Roisnel, Thierry, Sidoumou, Mohamed

“…Furthermore, the photocatalytic experiments have shown the ability of the $\mathrm{Hg}_{12}\mathrm{Sb}_6$ ($\mathrm{Br}_{5,186}\mathrm{I}_{6,814}$) to degrade rhodamine B (RhB) under solar light radiation. The ab initio calculations using the CASTEP code give a gap of 1,7 eV in good agreement with that found experimentally.…”
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Advanced Learning Technologies for Intelligent Transportation Systems: Prospects and Challenges by Ruhul Amin Khalil, Ziad Safelnasr, Naod Yemane, Mebruk Kedir, Atawulrahman Shafiqurrahman, NASIR SAEED

“…In addition to shedding light on the state-of-the-art DL algorithms, we also explore potential applications of DL and large language models (LLMs) in ITS, including traffic flow prediction, vehicle detection and classification, road condition monitoring, traffic sign recognition, and autonomous vehicles. …”
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The Challenges of AI in Administrative Law and the Need for Specific Legal Remedies: Analysis of Polish Regulations and Practice by Jowanka Jakubek-Lalik

“…The findings focus on the analysis of existing legislation both in terms of its applicability and practical implementation, especially in light of AI use in public administration. The most important aspect is the link between the use of AI tools and the potential need to design new or adapt existing legal remedies in both imperious and non-imperious domains of public administration, with a special focus on ADM challenges. …”
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A bibliometric analysis of the effects of electronic waste on the environment by M. Maphosa, V. Maphosa

“…No studies were found chronicling the environmental effects of e-waste using bibliometric analysis. In light of the Sustainable Development Goals, further research needs to be undertaken, and these findings serve as a baseline for policymakers and scholars as more management strategies and policies are enacted.…”
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Solution-Based Ultraviolet Photodiode with ZnO Nanoparticle/Poly(3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene) Polystyrene Sulfonate Heterojunction and Negative Capacitance by Jin Li, Xin Chang, Shunpu Li, Yi Zhang, Daping Chu

“…This new type of UV photodiodes based on ZnO-NPs-PEDOT:PSS heterojunctions is highly promising for high-resolution applications, such as ZnO NPs-based spatial light modulators (SLMs), where the ascendant properties of the heterojunction can be fully utilized to achieve the high-resolution capability of optically addressed SLMs.…”
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Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Repair Necrotic Pancreatic Tissue and Promote Angiogenesis by Secreting Cellular Growth Factors Involved in the SDF-1α/CXCR4 Axis in Rats... by Daohai Qian, Jian Gong, Zhigang He, Jie Hua, Shengping Lin, Chenglei Xu, Hongbo Meng, Zhenshun Song

“…Therefore, we conducted this experiment to shed light on the probable mechanism. We validated that SDF-1α significantly stimulated the expressions of VEGF, ANG-1, HGF, TGF-β, and CXCR4 in BMSCs, which were inhibited by its receptor agonist, AMD3100. …”
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Integration of Metabolomics and Transcriptomics to Reveal the Antitumor Mechanism of <i>Dendrobium officinale</i> Polysaccharide-Based Nanocarriers in Enhancing Photodynamic Immuno... by Shengchang Tao, Huan Wang, Qiufeng Ji, Yushan Yang, Gang Wei, Ruiming Li, Benjie Zhou

“…Meanwhile, a histopathological analysis (H&E staining, Ki67 staining, and TUNEL assay) and a qRT-PCR analysis revealed the antitumor effects of DOP@3BCP NPs with and without light activation. <b>Results</b>: Through metabolomics and transcriptomics analysis, we found an alteration in the metabolome and functional pathways in the examined tumor tissues. …”
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Toxic Effects of Ethyl Cinnamate on the Photosynthesis and Physiological Characteristics of Chlorella vulgaris Based on Chlorophyll Fluorescence and Flow Cytometry Analysis by Yang Jiao, Hui-Ling Ouyang, Yu-Jiao Jiang, Xiang-Zhen Kong, Wei He, Wen-Xiu Liu, Bin Yang, Fu-Liu Xu

“…Parameters, including biomass, Fv/Fm (maximal photochemical efficiency of PSII), ФPSII (actual photochemical efficiency of PSII in the light), FDA, and PI staining fluorescence, were measured. …”
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The Effect of Certification and Product Knowledge on Instant Food Purchasing Decisions through Halal Awareness: The Moderating Role of Religiosity by Zamratul Akbar, Agustina Shinta Hartati Wahyuningtiyas, Riyanti Isaskar

“…BPJPH (Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency) reported that around 1,544 products had not received halal certification, including 192 ready-to-eat instant foods registered as halal. Purpose: In light of these issues, this research examines how halal certification and knowledge of halal products affect instant food purchase decisions through halal awareness moderated by religiosity. …”
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Early Information About Bio-physical Quality of Seaweed Culture (Eucheuma cottonii) in Waworada Bay, Bima Regency by M. Sirajuddin

“…PCA analysis shows that the main parameters of growth seaweed culture was light penetration, water current, water deepness, pest, salinity, nitrate and Pb. …”
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Increased Depth of Cellular Imaging in the Intact Lung Using Far-Red and Near-Infrared Fluorescent Probes by Abu-Bakr Al-Mehdi, Mita Patel, Abu Haroon, Darla Reed, B. Ohlsson-Wilhelm, K. Muirhead, Brian D. Gray

“…Scattering of shorter-wavelength visible light limits the fluorescence imaging depth of thick specimens such as whole organs. …”
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Zika virus modulates human fibroblasts to enhance transmission success in a controlled lab-setting by Raimondas Mozūraitis, Karsten Cirksena, Mohammad Raftari, Melika Hajkazemian, Musa Mustapha Abiodun, Juela Brahimi, Sandra Radžiutė, Violeta Apšegaitė, Rasa Bernotienė, Lech Ignatowicz, Tessy Hick, Andreas Kirschning, Annasara Lenman, Gisa Gerold, S. Noushin Emami

“…Overall, we demonstrate a multifaceted role of virus-host interaction and shed light on how arboviruses may influence the behaviour of their vectors as an evolved means of improving transmission-success.…”
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Collagen fibers quantification for liver fibrosis assessment using linear dichroism photoacoustic microscopy by Yang Qiu, Honghui Li, Kun Yu, Jiali Chen, Li Qi, Yinghua Zhao, Liming Nie

“…In this study, we utilized linear dichroism photoacoustic microscopy (LDPAM) to visualize and quantify collagen fibers, which exhibit specific absorption of polarized light, subsequently calculating a collagen fibers degree of dichroism (CDOD) score. …”
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