The Impact of Various Reactive Oxygen Species on the Formation of Neutrophil Extracellular Traps by Tina Kirchner, Sonja Möller, Matthias Klinger, Werner Solbach, Tamás Laskay, Martina Behnen

“…In the present study we aimed to investigate in a systematic and comprehensive manner the contribution of various ROS and ROS-generating pathways to the PMA-induced NET release. …”
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Model of Close Packing for Determination of the Major Characteristics of the Liquid Dispersions Components by Kiril Hristov Kolikov, Dimo Donchev Hristozov, Radka Paskova Koleva, Georgi Aleksandrov Krustev

“…We also describe an easy manner to apply algebraic method for determining the average volumetric mass densities of the ultimate sediment and emergent, as well as the free dispersion medium (without using any pycnometers or densitometers). …”
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A Framework for an IP-Based DVB Transmission Network by Nimbe L. Ewald-Arostegui, Gorry Fairhurst, Ana Yun-Garcia

“…One of the most important challenges for next generation all-IP networks is the convergence and interaction of wireless and wired networks in a smooth and efficient manner. This challenge will need to be faced if broadcast transmission networks are to converge with IP infrastructure. …”
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Alternative Fuels as a Sustainable Innovation in Vehicle Fleet Across the EU–27: Diagnosis and Prospects for Development by Sylwia Pangsy‑Kania, Justyna Biegańska, Floros Flouros

“…The study aims to characterize and evaluate, in a comparative manner, the current stage of the adoption of AF passenger cars into the general (M1) passenger car fleet in the EU member states. …”
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Implicature of Paper Town Script by John Green’s Movie by Muhammad Wahid, Rijalul Afkar

“…It was found four violations of maxims namely maxim of quantity, maxim of quality, maxim of manner, and maxim of relevance. Margo mostly violated relevance maxim. …”
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Immune Deficiency and Autoinflammation, the " Yin" and " Yang" of the Immune System by ZHOU Yu, SONG Hongmei

“…Although these diseases are rare, relevant research suggests that immune deficiency and autoinflammation are not opposing conditions but rather interconnected aspects of the immune system, influencing each other in a complementary and inseparable manner. This article reviews the mechanisms involved in IEI with autoinflammation, and proposes some clues for identifying IEI manifested as autoinflammation. …”
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Applications and translational research advances of degradable implantable hydrogels by Wang Qimeng, Yu Lisha, Mao Zhengwei

“…This is attributed to their ability to degrade and absorb in a controlled manner after achieving their intended in vivo effects, thereby avoiding the risks associated with long-term implantation and secondary surgeries. …”
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Invasion of glioma cells through confined space requires membrane tension regulation and mechano-electrical coupling via Plexin-B2 by Chrystian Junqueira Alves, Theodore Hannah, Sita Sadia, Christy Kolsteeg, Angela Dixon, Robert J. Wiener, Ha Nguyen, Murray J. Tipping, Júlia Silva Ladeira, Paula Fernandes da Costa Franklin, Nathália de Paula Dutra de Nigro, Rodrigo Alves Dias, Priscila V. Zabala Capriles, José P. Rodrigues Furtado de Mendonça, Paul A. Slesinger, Kevin D. Costa, Hongyan Zou, Roland H. Friedel

“…Using live-cell imaging to track GBM cells negotiating microchannels, we reveal endocytic vesicle accumulation at cell front and filamentous actin assembly at cell rear in a polarized manner. These processes are interconnected and require Plexin-B2 signaling. …”
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Mental Imagery in Bertrand Russell's Nobel Lecture What Desires Are Politically Important? by Iryna Biskub

“…It has been noted that storytelling can be applied as one of the most effective techniques to create the required mental imagery of desires in the recipient's mind. B. Russell's unique manner of defining such politically important desires as acquisitiveness, vanity, glory, love of power, excitement is carefully analyzed. …”
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Discrete Event Simulation-Based Reliability Evaluation of a Traffic Signal Controller by Joong Soon Jang, Sang C. Park

“…To develop the new evaluation methodology, this paper combines the Discrete Event System Specification (DEVS) formalism which has been popular in manufacturing area for three reasons: (1) its features compatible with the object-oriented modeling; (2) its rigorous formal definition; and (3) its support for the specifications of discrete event models in a hierarchical and modular manner. By using the DEVS formalism, we construct a simulation model which takes into account not only the characteristics of a traffic signal controller but also the operating environment. …”
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Preventive Treatment with Methylprednisolone Paradoxically Exacerbates Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis by Simone Wüst, Jens van den Brandt, Holger M. Reichardt, Fred Lühder

“…When administered briefly after the onset of the disease, MP efficiently ameliorated EAE in a dose-dependent manner. Surprisingly, MP administration around the time of immunization was contraindicated as it even increased leukocyte infiltration into the CNS and worsened the disease symptoms. …”
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Stan i perspektywy wykorzystania biogazu jako nośnika energii do zastosowań stacjonarnych i środków transportu by Krzysztof Biernat, Izabela Różnicka

“…Direct biogas use in the production of hydrogen is possible because of prior purification from traces like hydrogen sulfide, except carbon dioxide, by which the reaction can proceed in the desired manner.…”
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Early Revelation of Leprosy in China by Sequential Antibody Analyses with LID-1 and PGL-I by Pan Qiong-Hua, Zheng Zhong-Yi, Yang Jun, Wen Yan, Yuan Lian-Chao, Li Huan-Ying, Steven G. Reed, Malcolm S. Duthie

“…In order to detect new leprosy cases in a timely manner, we conducted surveillance visits in some difficult-to-reach mountain areas in South West China where the disease is still prevalent. …”
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Sonochemical Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Starch: A Comparison by Brajesh Kumar, Kumari Smita, Luis Cumbal, Alexis Debut, Ravinandan Nath Pathak

“…Silver nanoparticles synthesized in this manner can be used for synthesis of 2-aryl substituted benzimidazoles which have numerous biomedical applications. …”
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Considering best practice standards for routine whole-genome sequencing for TB care and control by J.T. Denholm, G. de Vries, R. Anthony, E. Robinson, M. Backx, I.F. Laurenson, A.L. Seagar, H. Modestil, L. Trieu, J.S. Meissner, D.H.L. Ng, J.Y. Tay, H.H. Lin, R. Lee, V. Sintchenko, B.J. Marais, E.J. Donnan

“…If integrated in an efficient and thoughtful manner, routine WGS has the potential to significantly improve clinical TB care for individuals and the overall public health response.…”
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Multicomponent reactions driving the discovery and optimization of agents targeting central nervous system pathologies by Lucía Campos-Prieto, Aitor García-Rey, Eddy Sotelo, Ana Mallo-Abreu

“…Multicomponent reactions (MCRs) have emerged as powerful tools in accelerating drug discovery, enabling the rapid generation of chemical libraries with high diversity in a time-efficient and environmentally sustainable manner. In this review, we focus on central nervous system (CNS) disorders, particularly Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, depression, and epilepsy, where MCRs have contributed to the development of promising ligands in recent years. …”
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Bayesian and Frequentist Estimation of Stress-Strength Reliability from a New Extended Burr XII Distribution by Varun Agiwal, Shikhar Tyagi, Christophe Chesneau

“… In this article, we propose and study a new three-parameter heavy-tailed distribution that unifes the Burr type XII and power inverted Topp-Leone distributions in an original manner. This unification is made through the use of a simple 'shift parameter'. …”
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The Drug Excipient Cyclodextrin Interacts With -Luciferin and Interferes With Bioluminescence Imaging by Jeyan S. Kumar MSc, Lisa M. Miller Jenkins PhD, Michael M. Gottesman MD, Matthew D. Hall PhD

“…Using luciferase-expressing cell lines, we showed that HPCD lowers the BLI signal in a concentration-dependent manner. Flow cytometry revealed that HPCD resulted in reduced cellular accumulation of d -luciferin, and mass spectrometry revealed d -luciferin HPCD species, confirming a direct interaction. …”
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The mitochondria as a potential therapeutic target in cerebral I/R injury by Susu Fang, Susu Fang, Wenzhou Huang, Wenzhou Huang, Xinhui Qu, Xinhui Qu, Wen Chai

“…Among patients with ischemic stroke, the primary treatment goal is to reduce acute cerebral ischemic injury and limit the infarct size in a timely manner by ensuring effective cerebral reperfusion through the administration of either intravenous thrombolysis or endovascular therapy. …”
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Isaiah 3:16–23: Dress, pride, ostentatious items or syncretism? by Paul Nyarko-Mensah, Dirk J. Human

“…Isaiah rebuked the women for their pride in appearance, suggesting that their sin was a haughty spirit, expressed through their manner of walking and the use of luxurious items. …”
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