The interplay between RNA m6A modification and radiation biology of cancerous and non-cancerous tissues: a narrative review by Yajia Cheng, Yue Shang, Shuqin Zhang, Saijun Fan

“…In conclusion, enzyme-mediated m6A-modification triggers alterations in target gene expression by affecting the metabolism of the modified RNAs, thus modulating progression and radiosensitivity in cancerous tissues, as well as radiation effects on normal tissues. …”
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A High-Salt Diet Disturbs the Development and Function of Natural Killer Cells in Mice by Xiaokang Zeng, Yan Li, Weibiao Lv, Xinhuai Dong, Chong Zeng, Liming Zeng, Zibo Wei, Xu Lin, Yanning Ma, Qiang Xiao

“…NK cells play a vital role in resisting viruses and preventing the malignant transformation of cells; however, whether HSD affects the development and function of NK cells has not yet been elucidated. …”
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Quantification and correlation of amyloid-β plaque load, glial activation, GABAergic interneuron numbers, and cognitive decline in the young TgF344-AD rat model of Alzheimer’s dise... by Anett Futácsi, Anett Futácsi, Anett Futácsi, Kitti Rusznák, Kitti Rusznák, Gergely Szarka, Gergely Szarka, Gergely Szarka, Béla Völgyi, Béla Völgyi, Ove Wiborg, Boldizsár Czéh, Boldizsár Czéh, Boldizsár Czéh

“…Adult neurogenesis was not affected by genotype. TgF344-AD rats had spatial learning and memory impairments, but this cognitive deficit did not correlate with amyloid plaque number or cellular changes in the brain. …”
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Radiation dose and fraction in immunotherapy: one-size regimen does not fit all settings, so how does one choose? by Marka Crittenden, Sandra Demaria, C Norman Coleman, Jonathan Schoenfeld, Arta Monjazeb, Samir Khleif, Seema Gupta, Andrew Sikora, Zachary Morris, Chandan Guha, Stephen Shiao, Silvia Chiara Formenti, Bhadrasain Vikram, Mansoor M Ahmed

“…Other novel delivery options may also affect immune responses, including T-cell activation and tumor-antigen presentation changes. …”
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Arsenic inducible islet β-cell dysfunction and ferroptosis through m6A-YTHDF2-dependent CHAC1 enhancement by Tianming Qiu, Jingyuan Zhang, Jinwei Song, Chenbing Wu, Xiaofeng Yao, Ningning Wang, Guang Yang, Jie Bai, Li Lv, Xiance Sun

“…Conversely, arsenic does not affect the expression of the glutathione-cysteine ligase catalytic subunit (GCLC), which is crucial for glutathione synthesis. …”
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Abdominal fat distribution and its relationship to brain changes: the differential effects of age on cerebellar structure and function: a cross-sectional, exploratory study by Yvonne Böttcher, Michael Stumvoll, Kees Straatman, Matthias Raschpichler, Matthias Leopold Schroeter, Katrin Arelin, Haiko Schlögl, Dominik Fritzsch, Meinhard Mende, André Pampel, Arno Villringer, Karsten Mueller

“…Furthermore, these associations seem to be age dependent, with younger adults’ brains being adversely affected.…”
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Exploring the effects of Tianma Gouteng granules on L-NAME-induced hypertensive rats based on 16S rDNA gene sequencing and metabolomics by Li Cheng, Zhenyang Huang, Jiawei He, Xinyi Zhang, Jiangxue Di, Hanmei Jiang, Yi Liu

“…Conclusions: TG can treat hypertension by affecting differential strains and differential metabolites, providing a scientific basis for guiding the rational use of TG.…”
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Dynamic changes in soil erosion and challenges to grain productivity in the black soil region of Northeast China by Jiawang Zhang, Ming Wang, Kai Liu, Zhan’ao Zhao

“…The average thickness of soil complex erosion reached 48.48 mm/a, affecting 25.23 million hectares and 1.90 million tons grain yield. …”
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Steroid use for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia: study protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis by Roy K Philip, Joanna Seliga-Siwecka, Eduardo Villamor, Maria Pierro, Niazy Al Assaf, Sabina Strashun, Roberto Chioma, Kinga Zielińska, Krzysztof Włodarczyk

“…Introduction Postnatal steroids during the first few weeks of life have been demonstrated to be effective in decreasing the incidence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a serious chronic respiratory condition affecting preterm infants. However, this preventive option is limited by the concern of neurological side effects. …”
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The effects of Garcinia cambogia on glycaemic control and liver enzymes in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials by Sogand Tavakoli, Mohammad Reza Amini, Reyhaneh Rabiee, Marieh Salavatizadeh, Mostafa Afsharianfar, Moein Askarpour, Azita Hekmatdoost

“…Previous studies have assessed how supplementing with Garcinia cambogia affects glycaemic control and liver enzyme levels; nevertheless, the results were not consistent. …”
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Evaluating the Accessibility of Urban Public Open Spaces Based on an Improved 2SFCA Model: A Case Study Within Chengdu’s Second Ring Road by Ling Jian, Xiaojiang Xia, Yinbing Zhao, Yang Zhang, Yuanqiao Wang, Yi Tang, Jie Chang, Changliu Wang

“…On the demand side, besides population size, the model incorporates the spatial distribution of residents and differences in social characteristics affecting UPOS demand. Results indicate that the improved 2SFCA model, which considers both the attractiveness of UPOS and residents’ demand, significantly enhances the accuracy of accessibility assessments. …”
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Effect of Sodium Azide on Quantitative and Qualitative Stem Traits in the M2 Generation of Ethiopian Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) Genotypes by Micheale Yifter Weldemichael, Yemane Tsehaye Baryatsion, Desta Berhe Sbhatu, Girmay Gebresamuel Abraha, Hagos Mohammedseid Juhar, Abraha Birhan Kassa, Fiseha Baraki Sibhatu, Hailay Mehari Gebremedhn, Tesfakiros Semere Gebrelibanos, Mohammed Mebrahtu Mossa, Mullubrhan Mekonen Gebru, Birhanu Kahsay Meresa, Medhin Teklay, Birhanu Debesay Berhe, Haftay Abadi Gebru

“…Traits such as plant height, ground distance to first distance, and internode length were significantly affected by NaN3 treatment. The highest plant height was recorded in the control on Humera 1 and Baha Necho genotypes, while the lowest was observed on Setit 2 and Hirhir treated with the chemical. …”
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Exploring the Impact of Citric Acid on Mitigating Sweet Potato Soft Rot and Enhancing Postharvest Quality by Yixi Chen, Linjiang Pang, Jiacheng Bai, Wenbao Yu, Yueming Zhu, Melvin Sidikie George, Zunfu Lv, Guoquan Lu

“…Soft rot, caused by the pathogen <i>Rhizopus stolonifer</i>, is a major postharvest disease affecting sweet potato (<i>Ipomoea batatas</i> (L.) …”
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Method and Experimental Research of Transmission Line Tower Grounding Body Condition Assessment Based on Multi-Parameter Time-Domain Pulsed Eddy Current Characteristic Signal Extra... by Yun Zuo, Jie Wang, Xiaoju Huang, Yuan Liu, Zhiwu Zeng, Ruiqing Xu, Yawen Chen, Kui Liu, Hongkang You, Jingang Wang

“…They are important devices; however, in the harsh environment of the soil, they are prone to corrosion or even fracture, which in turn affects the normal utilization of the transmission line, so accurately assessing the condition of grounding bodies of the power grid is critical. …”
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Fusobacterium nucleatum upregulates the immune inhibitory receptor PD-L1 in colorectal cancer cells via the activation of ALPK1 by Coco Duizer, Moniek Salomons, Merel van Gogh, Sanne Gräve, Freke A. Schaafsma, Maaike J. Stok, Merel Sijbranda, Raghuvandhanan Kumarasamy Sivasamy, Rob J. L. Willems, Marcel R. de Zoete

“…These results aid in our understanding of the mechanisms by which F. nucleatum can affect tumor development and therapy and pave the way for future therapeutic approaches.…”
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Oridonin ameliorates renal fibrosis in diabetic nephropathy by inhibiting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway by Jushuang Li, Lan Shu, Qianqian Jiang, Baohong Feng, Zhimin Bi, Geli Zhu, Yanxia Zhang, Xiangyou Li, Jun Wu

“…Here, we investigated the mechanism through which Ori affects the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway in diabetic rats and human proximal tubular epithelial cells (HK-2) exposed to high glucose (HG) levels. …”
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Role of Gender in Shaping Consumer Responses to Doctor Influencer: Insights into Brand Perceptions and Repurchase Intentions in the Indonesian Mineral Water Industry by Endang Dwi Amperawati, Rahmawati Rahmawati, Endang Hariningsih, Wing Wahyu Winarno, Diana Airawaty, Agus Dwianto

“…However, gender has emerged as a key moderator influencing how attractiveness affects brand perception. Contrary to expectations, familiarity with the influencer has no significant effect on brand attitudes, suggesting a shift in digital audience engagement. …”
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A Comparative Study of the Metabolic and Skeletal Response of C57BL/6J and C57BL/6N Mice in a Diet-Induced Model of Type 2 Diabetes by Elizabeth Rendina-Ruedy, Kelsey D. Hembree, Angela Sasaki, McKale R. Davis, Stan A. Lightfoot, Stephen L. Clarke, Edralin A. Lucas, Brenda J. Smith

“…The C57BL/6 mouse model of diet-induced obesity has been used to study the mechanisms by which altered glucose homeostasis affects bone mass and quality, but genetic variations in substrains of C57BL/6 may have confounded data interpretation. …”
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In Vitro Biological Activity of Beauveria bassiana, Beauveria peruviensis, and Metarhizium sp. against Hypothenemus hampei (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) by Beimer Chuquibala-Checan, Magdiel Torres-de la Cruz, Santos Leiva, Elgar Hernandez-Diaz, Karol Rubio, Malluri Goñas, Marielita Arce-Inga, Manuel Oliva-Cruz

“…However, coffee production is affected by the coffee berry borer (Hypothenemus hampei). …”
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South Atlantic subtropical anticyclone responses to stratospheric aerosol injection by Thales Chile Baldoni, Michelle Simões Reboita, Natália Machado Crespo, João Gabriel Martins Ribeiro, Rosmeri Porfírio da Rocha

“…However, little is known about how the combination of global warming and climate intervention affects this system. To address this, SASA was identified from 2015 to 2099 in a set of projections with and without stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI). …”
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