Synthesis and Characterization of ZnO-Nanocomposites by Utilizing Aloe Vera Leaf Gel and Extract of Terminalia arjuna Nuts and Exploring Their Antibacterial Potency by Amara Dar, Rabia Rehman, Warda Zaheer, Umer Shafique, Jamil Anwar

“…Use of plant extract in the synthesis of nanocomposites produces relatively less toxic and environment-friendly materials. The present study deals with the synthesis of zinc oxide nanocomposite using gel from leaves of Aloe vera (black Aloe vera (BAV) and white Aloe vera (WAV)) and extract from powder of nuts of Terminalia arjuna. …”
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Airborne Microplastics from Waste as a Transmission Vector for COVID-19 by Qingyang Liu, James Schauer

“…Microplastics could also serve as vectors which transport toxic hydrophobic organic compounds around the globe and negatively affect the environmental quality. …”
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A Review of Surgical Outcomes and Advances for Macular Holes by Peng-peng Zhao, Shuang Wang, Nan Liu, Zhi-min Shu, Jin-song Zhao

“…Dyes are widely used, and apart from indocyanine green (ICG), the toxicities of other dyes require further research. Face-down posturing is necessary for MHs larger than 400 μm, and the duration of this posture is determined by the type of tamponade and the case. …”
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Human Serum Albumin and Human Serum Albumin Nanoparticles as Carriers of 10-(2′-Pyrimidyl)-3,6-diazaphenothiazine: In Vitro Spectroscopic Studies by Aleksandra Owczarzy, Karolina Kulig, Beata Morak-Młodawska, Małgorzata Jeleń, Tammam Muhammetoglu, Wojciech Rogóż, Małgorzata Maciążek-Jurczyk

“…Based on the data presented, it can be concluded that due to the high toxic effects of 10-Pyr-3,6-DAPT, a better carrier may be HSA-NPs.…”
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Facile Synthesis of Propranolol and Novel Derivatives by Vy Anh Tran, Nguyen Hai Tai Tran, Long Giang Bach, Trinh Duy Nguyen, Thi Thuong Nguyen, Tan Tai Nguyen, Thi Anh Nga Nguyen, The Ky Vo, Thu-Thao Thi Vo, Van Thuan Le

“…Herein, propranolol synthesis proceeded from 1-naphthol and isopropylamine under mild and less toxic conditions. Novel propranolol derivatives were designed by reactions of propranolol with benzoyl chloride, pyridinium chlorochromate, and n-butyl bromide through esterification, oxidation reduction, and alkylation, respectively. …”
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Recent Natural Corrosion Inhibitors for Mild Steel: An Overview by Marko Chigondo, Fidelis Chigondo

“…Inorganic and organic inhibitors are toxic and costly and thus recent focus has been turned to develop environmentally benign methods for corrosion retardation. …”
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Quantification of Eosinophilic Granule Protein Deposition in Biopsies of Inflammatory Skin Diseases by Automated Image Analysis of Highly Sensitive Immunostaining by Peter Kiehl, Katrin Falkenberg, Markus Vogelbruch, Alexander Kapp

“…Extracellular deposition of toxic eosinophilic granule proteins (EGPs), but not the presence of intact eosinophils, is crucial for their functional effect in situ. …”
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Chemical Constituents, Antioxidant Activities, and Element Concentrations of Rusa Deer Velvet Antler Extracts by Chutima Limmatvapirat, Potcharet Rodhetbhai, Krittaphas Somsakraksanti, Pitcha Danpongprasert, Soranun Poonsub, Wantanwa Krongrawa, Sontaya Limmatvapirat, Maneerat Meepan

“…All extracts were composed of essential elements and had levels of toxic elements and microbial contaminants lower than the acceptable criteria set by ASEAN guidelines. …”
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Analysis of Hazard Area of Dispersion Caused by Leakage from Underground Gas-Storage Caverns in Salt Rock by Ya Yang, Shigang Yang, Zhan Li, Qin Fang, Jianhua Wu, Jiongwei Cai, Wensheng Sun

“…Furthermore, a sample underground gas-storage cavern in salt rock is examined with respect to the toxic threshold limit value and the upper and lower flammability limits. …”
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Anticancer Role of PPARγ Agonists in Hematological Malignancies Found in the Vasculature, Marrow, and Eyes by P. J. Simpson-Haidaris, S. J. Pollock, S. Ramon, N. Guo, C. F. Woeller, S. E. Feldon, R. P. Phipps

“…However, longer survival is accompanied by increased incidence of comorbidities due, in part, to drug side effects and toxicities. It is well accepted that inflammation and tumorigenesis are linked. …”
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A mild and scalable one-pot synthesis of N-substituted 2-aminobenzimidazoles via visible light mediated cyclodesulfurization by Tanawat Rerkrachaneekorn, Rose Malina Annuur, Soraya Pornsuwan, Mongkol Sukwattanasinitt, Sumrit Wacharasindhu

“…The key advantages of this method include the use of less toxic solvent in aqueous media, the elimination of photocatalyst, and a simple, practical setup (one-pot, open-flask, and ambient temperature). …”
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Bisphenol A in Chronic Kidney Disease by Emilio González-Parra, Jose Antonio Herrero, Usama Elewa, Ricardo J. Bosch, Alberto Ortiz Arduán, Jesus Egido

“…BPA is considered an environmental toxicant based on animal and cell culture studies. …”
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Numerical Simulations as Tool to Predict Chemical and Radiological Hazardous Diffusion in Case of Nonconventional Events by J.-F. Ciparisse, A. Malizia, L. A. Poggi, O. Cenciarelli, M. Gelfusa, M. C. Carestia, D. Di Giovanni, S. Mancinelli, L. Palombi, C. Bellecci, P. Gaudio

“…The aim of this paper is to show how CFD calculations can help to understand the time evolution of two possible CBRNe (Chemical-Biological-Radiological-Nuclear-explosive) events: (1) hazardous dust mobilization due to the interaction between a jet of air and a metallic powder in case of a LOVA (Loss Of Vacuum Accidents) that is one of the possible accidents that can occur in experimental nuclear fusion plants; (2) toxic gas release in atmosphere. The scenario analysed in the paper has consequences similar to those expected in case of a release of dangerous substances (chemical or radioactive) in enclosed or open environment during nonconventional events (like accidents or man-made or natural disasters).…”
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KARAKTERISASI PENAMBAHAN KITOSAN DAN HAP PADA PLA TERHADAP SIFAT MEKANIK KOMPOSIT by Dina Novera Serfandi, Putu Hadi Setyarini, Purnami Purnami, Sulistyono Sulistyono

“…PLA (poly lactid acid) is a biodegradable polyester that can be applied to tissue engineering because it is biocompatible and non-toxic. The purpose of this study to determine the mechanical characteristics of mixing PLA, chitosan, and Hydroxyapatite. …”
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Clinical Outcome with Oral Linezolid and Rifampin Following Recurrent Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia Despite Prolonged Vancomycin Treatment by Jon-David Schwalm, Philippe El-Helou, Christine H Lee

“…More than two years since the initiation of linezolid and rifampin, the study patient has been clinically well with no evidence of adverse drug reactions including cytopenia and hepatic toxicities. Physicians must be aware of the novel developments in antibiotic therapy to treat drug-resistant bacterial infections.…”
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Cell Based Autologous Immune Enhancement Therapy (AIET) after Radiotherapy in a Locally Advanced Carcinoma of the Cervix by Sumana Premkumar, Vidyasagar Devaprasad Dedeepiya, Hiroshi Terunuma, Rajappa Senthilkumar, Thangavelu Srinivasan, Helen C. Reena, Senthilkumar Preethy, Samuel J. K. Abraham

“…As AIET has been reported as the least toxic among the available therapies for cancer, combining AIET with conventional forms of therapy in similar patients might not only improve the outcome but may also help the patients achieve a good quality of life.…”
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Syndrome of Reduced Sensitivity to Thyroid Hormones: Two Case Reports and a Literature Review by Anastasios Anyfantakis, Dimitrios Anyfantakis, Irene Vourliotaki

“…The first patient was initially diagnosed with primary hyperthyroidism due to toxic multinodular goiter. The second patient had undergone thyroidectomy for multinodular goiter 16 years before diagnosis of RTH. …”
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Linking Innate and Adaptive Immunity: Human Vγ9Vδ2 T Cells Enhance CD40 Expression and HMGB-1 Secretion by Shirin Kalyan, Anthony W. Chow

“…IPP-primed γδ T cells significantly augment the inflammatory response mediated by monocytes and αβ T cells to TSST-1, the staphylococcal superantigen that is the major causative agent of toxic shock syndrome. Here we show that the small pool of activated peripheral γδ T cells induces an early upregulation of CD40 on monocytes and the local release of High Mobility Group Box-1 (HMGB-1), the molecule designated as the late mediator of systemic inflammation. …”
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Synthesis and Characterization of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles and Applications in the Removal of Heavy Metals from Industrial Wastewater by Zuolian Cheng, Annie Lai Kuan Tan, Yong Tao, Dan Shan, Kok Eng Ting, Xi Jiang Yin

“…This study investigated the applicability of maghemite (γ-Fe2O3) nanoparticles for the selective removal of toxic heavy metals from electroplating wastewater. …”
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Acute Acalculous Cholecystitis with Empyema due to Salmonellosis by Georgios D. Lianos, Panagiota Drosou, Rizos Souvatzoglou, Anastasia Karampa, Georgios Vangelis, Emmanouil Angelakis, Vassilios Pappas, Epameinontas Lekkas

“…He underwent explorative laparotomy in emergency setting, and cholecystectomy was performed due to his toxic clinical condition. Empyema of gallbladder was revealed and cultures were collected. …”
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