Green Synthesis of Nanostructure CeO2 Using Tea Extract: Characterization and Adsorption of Dye from Aqueous Phase by Chengshun Liu, Xiyao Liu, Yilin Wu, Zhuotong Chen, Zhuanrong Wu, Shumao Wang, Hua Han, Zhenbang Xie, Yixuan Wang, Tzu-Hsing Ko

“…The isotherm analysis revealed that the Freundlich and D-R models fit well for the synthesized CeO2 and represent physisorption with a multilayer mechanism. The thermodynamic parameters, including the changes in Gibb’s free energy, enthalpy, and entropy, suggested that the adsorption of CR on the synthesized CeO2 sample was a spontaneous and endothermic process.…”
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Relationship between albumin-corrected anion gap and lumbar spine bone mineral density: a cross-sectional study by Aiguo Liu, Aiguo Liu, Ting Ying, Shuang Deng, Chenxu Wang, Chenxu Wang, Ziwen Zhao, Sitong Zhang, Han Xiao, Chengqing Yi, Dejian Li

“…These results warrant further investigation into the mechanisms underlying ACAG’s impact on bone density and its potential role in osteoporosis prevention strategies.…”
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The Synergistic Effects of Celastrol in combination with Tamoxifen on Apoptosis and Autophagy in MCF-7 Cells by Lijun Wang, Luqun Tang, Chengyun Yao, Chunyan Liu, Yongqian Shu

“…Our study is aimed at exploring the interactive antitumour effects of celastrol combined with tamoxifen and the potential underlying anticancer mechanisms in MCF-7 cells. The results from MTT assays, isobolographic analyses, and clonogenic cell survival assays revealed that a combination of celastrol and tamoxifen exerted synergistic cytotoxic effects in MCF-7 cells. …”
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Understanding hospital length of stay in trauma laparotomy patients: a National Trauma Database Study by Jeremy Grushka, Kosar Khwaja, Hayaki Uchino, Evan G Wong

“…The overall median HLOS was 7.0 (5.0, 11.0) days. Penetrating mechanisms, particularly stab wounds, were strongly associated with a short HLOS. …”
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Life cycle assessment for calcination process of flue gas desulfurization gypsum and transformation into β-CaSO4·0.5H2O by Payal Bakshi, Asokan Pappu, Dhiraj Kumar Bharti

“…FGD gypsum has transformed into β-CaSO4·0.5H2O via frugal and easy method for construction applications with geometric microstructure, which offers high mechanical strength with better workability. Present study will provide referential data set for FGD gypsum without chemical treatment and life cycle data of its calcination process. …”
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Tripchlorolide May Improve Spatial Cognition Dysfunction and Synaptic Plasticity after Chronic Cerebral Hypoperfusion by Zhao-Hui Yao, Xiao-li Yao, Shao-feng Zhang, Ji-chang Hu, Yong Zhang

“…Chronic cerebral hypoperfusion (CCH) is a common pathophysiological mechanism that underlies cognitive decline and degenerative processes in dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases. …”
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Assessment of Physiological Traits of <i>Fragaria vesca</i> Genotypes Under Water Deficit Conditions by Marta Rokosa, Małgorzata Mikiciuk, Piotr Ptak

“…However, the study’s limitations, particularly the absence of molecular analyses regarding the plants’ adaptive mechanisms, should be taken into consideration.…”
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MicroRNA-150-3p enhances the antitumour effects of CGP57380 and is associated with a favourable prognosis in non-small cell lung cancer by Hongmei Zheng, Songqing Fan, Jiadi Luo, Qiuyuan Wen, Hongjing Zang

“…Additionally, this study provides valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying the effects of this treatment.…”
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siRNA-mediated inhibition of hTERT enhances the effects of curcumin in promoting cell death in precursor-B acute lymphoblastic leukemia cells: an in silico and in vitro study by Muhammad Hossein Ashoub, Ali Afgar, Alireza Farsinejad, Razieh Razavi, Samira Anvari, Ahmad Fatemi

“…Given that hTERT overexpression characterizes various cancer phenotypes and elevated telomerase activity is observed in early-stage and relapsed ALL, we investigated the molecular mechanisms linking hTERT regulation and ferroptosis in leukemia cells. …”
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Morphological Changes of Renal Corpuscles in Male Mongolian Gerbils at Different Ages by LI Meng, CHEN Bai'an, LU Jing

“…Objective By observing and comparing the changes in renal corpuscles at the largest longitudinal section in male Mongolian gerbils of different ages, this study preliminarily explored potential patterns of renal corpuscle changes, providing foundational data for the selection of male Mongolian gerbils for research on the pathogenic mechanisms and drug screening of nephropathy. Methods Kidney samples were collected from male Mongolian gerbils aged 12, 48, and 72 weeks. …”
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Effect of Reforestation Tree Species on the Distribution and Stability of Purple Soil Aggregates by ZHONG Yujian, HE Feng, HAN Guangzhong, ZHAO Xia, YANG Fan

“…[Objective] Afforestation following the Grain for Green initiative is a crucial measure to improve soil structure and reduce soil erosion. Understanding the mechanisms of the effects of afforestation tree species on the formation of soil aggregates can provide valuable insights for soil conservation. …”
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Imbalance of the Gut Microbiota May Be Associated with Missed Abortions: A Perspective Study from a General Hospital of Hunan Province by Bingsi Gao, Xingping Zhao, Xinyi Liu, Xuan Yang, Aiqian Zhang, Huan Huang, Yu-ligh Liou, Dabao Xu

“…This study provided insights into the potential change of gut microbiota of MAs and the potential underlying mechanisms through certain impaired lipid metabolism and aroused inflammation pathways. …”
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Genome-resolved year-round dynamics reveal a broad range of giant virus microdiversity by Yue Fang, Lingjie Meng, Jun Xia, Yasuhiro Gotoh, Tetsuya Hayashi, Keizo Nagasaki, Hisashi Endo, Yusuke Okazaki, Hiroyuki Ogata

“…However, the underlying genetic mechanisms driving such dynamics of these viruses remain largely unknown. …”
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Synthesis and Characterization of Modified Kaolin-Bentonite Composites for Enhanced Fluoride Removal from Drinking Water by Ebenezer Annan, Emmanuel Nyankson, Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour, Stephen Kofi Armah, George Nkrumah-Buandoh, Joanna Aba Modupeh Hodasi, Michael Oteng-Peprah

“…The adsorbents were characterized using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) formulation, and Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET), whereas the adsorption mechanism and the kinetics were explained using the Langmuir isotherm, Freundlich models, and pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order models. …”
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Partially Isolated Dual Work Function Gate IGZO TFT With Obviously Reduced Leakage Current for 3D DRAMs by Yunjiao Bao, Gangping Yan, Lei Cao, Chuqiao Niu, Qingkun Li, Guanqiao Sang, Lianlian Li, Yanzhao Wei, Xuexiang Zhang, Jie Luo, Yanyu Yang, Gaobo Xu, Huaxiang Yin

“…The relevant operation mechanism is carefully demonstrated and verified by the simulation of the electric field and potential barrier results by technical computer-aided design (TCAD). …”
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A Vitamin Pattern Diet Is Associated with Decreased Risk of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Chinese Women: Results from a Case Control Study in Taiyuan, China by Qiong Chen, Yongliang Feng, Hailan Yang, Weiwei Wu, Ping Zhang, Keke Wang, Ying Wang, Jamie Ko, Jiaxin Shen, Lingling Guo, Feng Zhao, Wenqiong Du, Shouhang Ru, Suping Wang, Yawei Zhang

“…Additional studies are necessary to explore the underlying mechanism of this relationship.…”
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Enhancing individual task performance and productivity: an ethnographic observational study of supported employment among social services clients in Finland by Pirjo Juvonen-Posti, Mirkka Vuorento

“…From the perspectives of both enabling prolonged working careers for employees and providing a clear understanding of task-performance-based productivity to employers, there is a need for more microlevel data on what happens in work and workplaces, particularly the social mechanisms through which results are achieved.…”
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Moisture Sorption by Low‐Cost Pyridinium‐Based Protic Ionic Liquids: Kinetics and Physico‐Electrochemical Properties by Sayyar Muhammad, Najia, Zarshad Ali, Samina Aziz, Muhammad Hammad Khan, Maroosh Iqbal, Umair Hassan, Jalal Khan, Asad Ali

“…The electrochemical window (EW) data, the mechanism of moisture oxidation within the EWs of each PIL at Pt and Au electrodes, and the electrocatalytic role played by the Pt and Au surface oxides during ethanol oxidation are evaluated and discussed in light of their future sustainable energy applications.…”
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Long-Term Postpartum Outcomes of Insulin Resistance and β-cell Function in Women with Previous Gestational Diabetes Mellitus by Zhirong Miao, Honghua Wu, Liu Ren, Nan Bu, Lili Jiang, Huixia Yang, Junqing Zhang, Xiaohui Guo

“…The objective of the present study was to explore the long-term postpartum glucose metabolism in women with previous GDM, and study the mechanism of hyperglycemia from gestation to postpartum by investigating the postpartum insulin resistance and insulin secretion. …”
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The Variations of Satellite-Based Ecosystem Water Use and Carbon Use Efficiency and Their Linkages with Climate and Human Drivers in the Songnen Plain, China by Bo Li, Fang Huang, Shuai Chang, Ning Sun

“…Our findings aid in understanding the biological regulation mechanisms of carbon-water cycle coupling and provide a scientific basis for formulating sustainable regional development strategies and guiding water and land resources management.…”
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