Anisotropic hydrogel microelectrodes for intraspinal neural recordings in vivo by Sizhe Huang, Ruobai Xiao, Shaoting Lin, Zuer Wu, Chen Lin, Geunho Jang, Eunji Hong, Shovit Gupta, Fake Lu, Bo Chen, Xinyue Liu, Atharva Sahasrabudhe, Zicong Zhang, Zhigang He, Alfred J. Crosby, Kaushal Sumaria, Tingyi Liu, Qianbin Wang, Siyuan Rao

“…Utilizing the self-alignment of nano-fillers in a polymeric matrix under repetitive tension, here, we introduce conductive carbon nanotubes with high aspect ratios into semi-crystalline polyvinyl alcohol hydrogels, and create electrically anisotropic percolation pathways through cyclic stretching. …”
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Effects of Purple Rice and Morchella esculenta Powder Substitution on the Quality of Dough and Bread by Yuyue QIN, Hongda YU, Kejun CHEN, Guiguang CHENG, Jiliang ZHANG, Thanapop SOTEYOME

“…The electronic nose test revealed that the flavor substances were mainly alcohols, aromatics, aliphatic hydrocarbons, and esters, and the bread was rich in flavor. …”
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Effects of ultra-processed foods on the liver: insights from gut microbiome and metabolomics studies in rats by Liping Shi, Zhuoyuan Li, Xiaojun Ma, Junru Wang, Yueping Wu, Yongbin Zhu, Yanrong Wang, Yue Yang, Minxiu Luo, Jiangping Li, Xian Sun, Xian Sun, Shulan He, Shulan He

“…PurposeHigh consumption of Ultra-processed foods (UPF) have been identified as a potential risk factor for Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Nevertheless, there is limited empirical evidence regarding the impact of UPF, which are typical combination of processed foods, on liver health through alterations in gut microbiota and metabolic processes. …”
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The brain structure underlying the nonlinear association between early-life tobacco smoke exposure and the risk for cognitive decline and dementia in adulthood: a large prospective... by Changfu Lin, Fabin Lin, Kaitai Yang, Yuxuan Zhong, Yan Luo, Hanchen Chen, Wenjing Zhang, Xuanjie Chen, Qinyong Ye, Yuqi Zeng, Guoen Cai

“…We adjusted for potential confounding factors, including age, gender, race, household income, alcohol consumption status, physical activity, family history of dementia, education level, and other relevant variables. …”
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The role of cytokine genetic polymorphism in development of acute pancreatitis: analysis of intergenic and environmental interactions by T. A. Samgina, G. A. Zhivotova, P. M. Nazarenko, A. V. Polonikov

“…Paired combination of genotypes to disease risk analysis demonstrated that at 511СT×174GС genotype combination the AP risk is highest at alcohol abuse history for over 10 years (OR=2.88, 95%-CI 1.59-5.23; p=0.0004). …”
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Fruit Volatile Fingerprints Characterized among Four Commercial Cultivars of Thai Durian (Durio zibethinus) by Wattana Aschariyaphotha, Chalermchai Wongs-Aree, Kitti Bodhipadma, Sompoch Noichinda

“…Ripe durian fruits produce unique volatiles of pungent odor comprising esters, alcohols, ketones, and sulfur-containing compounds. …”
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Pharmacological insights and therapeutic advances of mangiferin against various pathological conditions in liver diseases by Tanvir Zaman Shoyshob, Sumaya Akter, Muhammad Ramiz Uddin, Mithila Farjana, Akhi Moni, Wonhyo Seo, Md. Golzar Hossain, Md Jamal Uddin

“…Currently, liver diseases have become a serious global health issue, and this situation occurs due to the exposure of the liver to different agents, such as chemicals, alcohol, viruses, and autoimmune diseases. Mangiferin is a natural bioactive xanthone C-glycoside compound and a potent antioxidant that is widely found in medicinal plants such as the leaves of Mangifera indica L. …”
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Comparative analysis of wild and cultivated Lathyrus L. species to assess their content of sugars, polyols, free fatty acids, and phytosterols by A. E. Solovyeva, T. V. Shelenga, A. L. Shavarda, M. O. Burlyaeva

“…With this in view, the patterns of variability in the parameters of the carbohydrate complex (sugars, their lactone and methyl forms), polyols (including phenol-containing alcohols), phytosterols, free fatty acids (FFA) and acylglycerols were studied in the green biomass of 32 accessions representing Lathyrus sativus L., L. tuberosus L., L. sylvestris L., L. vernus (L.) …”
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Socio-demographic differences in the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases and the association with risk factors in the population of Serbia by Šašić Bojana M., Čanković Dušan K., Mijatović-Jovanović Vesna P., Ukropina Snežana N., Ostojić Zorana Z., Milijašević Dragana S., Stamenković Kristina D., Čanković Sonja I.

“…Conclusion: The high prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is strongly associated with preventable risk factors, such as obesity, hypertension, alcohol consumption, and smoking. This highlights the need for the development of preventive programs aimed at strengthening cardiovascular health education.…”
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Magnesium Oxide Nanoparticles Reinforced Electrospun Alginate-Based Nanofibrous Scaffolds with Improved Physical Properties by R. T. De Silva, M. M. M. G. P. G. Mantilaka, K. L. Goh, S. P. Ratnayake, G. A. J. Amaratunga, K. M. Nalin de Silva

“…Alginate-based nanofibres were electrospun from an alginate/poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) polyelectrolyte complex. SEM images revealed the spinnability of the complex composite nanofibrous scaffolds, showing randomly oriented, ultrafine, and virtually defects-free alginate-based/MgO nanofibrous scaffolds. …”
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Informatics strategies for early detection and risk mitigation in pancreatic cancer patients by Di Jin, Najeeb Ullah Khan, Wei Gu, Huijun Lei, Ajay Goel, Tianhui Chen

“…This review highlights the sporadic nature of most PC cases and significant risk factors, including smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, and diabetes. Advanced imaging techniques, such as Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Contrast-Enhanced Harmonic Imaging (CEH-EUS), have been discussed for their superior sensitivity in early detection. …”
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Genetic polymorphisms and related risk factors of ischemic stroke in a Mongolian population in China by Q. Wu, H. Wu, Yu. L. Orlov, G. Gegentana, W. Huo, A. O. Bragin, N. Wu, S. Suyalatu, F. Zhao, J. Zhao, L. E. Tabikhanova, M. Chen, H. Bai

“…ALDH2 gene encodes mitochondrial aldehyde dehydrogenase, involved in the oxidative pathway of alcohol metabolism. Sex, age, body mass index and high blood pressure might be the risk factors. …”
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Visible-Light-Driven Degradation of Chloramphenicol Using CeO₂ Nanoparticles Prepared by a Supercritical CO₂ Route: A Proof of Concept by Maria Chiara Iannaco, Antonietta Mancuso, Stefania Mottola, Andrea Pipolo, Vincenzo Vaiano, Iolanda De Marco

“…Finally, to elucidate the degradation mechanism, different scavengers (EDTA, benzoquinone, and isopropyl alcohol) were utilized, revealing that the superoxide radical is the primary species responsible for chloramphenicol degradation.…”
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Disability, comorbidities and risk determinants at end of TB treatment in Kenya, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe by The Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe TB Disability Study Group (members listed here in alphabetical order):, S.A. Adakun, F.M. Banda, A. Bloom, M. Bochnowicz, J. Chakaya, A. Chansa, H. Chiguvare, R. Chimzizi, C. Colvin, J.P. Dongo, A. Durena, C. Duri, R. Edmund, A.D. Harries, I. Kathure, F.N. Kavenga, Y. Lin, H. Luzze, I. Mbithi, M. Mputu, A. Mubanga, D. Nair, M. Ngwenya, B. Okotu, P. Owiti, A. Owuor, P. Thekkur, C. Timire, S. Turyahabwe, E. Tweyongyere, M. YaDiul, R. Zachariah, K. Zimba

“…The most common risk determinants were ‘probable alcohol dependence’ (15%) and malnutrition (14%). …”
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Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) Essential Oil: Extraction, Composition, Bioactivity and Uses for Food Preservation – a Review by Ewa Majewska, Mariola Kozłowska, Eliza Gruczyńska-Sękowska, Dorota Kowalska, Katarzyna Tarnowska

“…The chemical constituents of the essential oil which have constantly been detected and determine its biological activity are aldehydes, hydrocarbon terpenes, alcohols, ketones, and esters. The lemongrass essential oil shows a wide spectrum of biological activities. …”
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Excessive Daytime Sleepiness among Hypertensive US-Born Blacks and Foreign-Born Blacks: Analysis of the CAATCH Data by N. Williams, O. Abo Al Haija, A. Workneh, D. Sarpong, E. Keku, G. Ogedegbe, S. I. McFarlane, G. Jean-Louis

“…After adjusting for effects of age, sex, education, employment, body mass index, alcohol consumption, and smoking habit, US-born blacks were 69% more likely than their counterparts to exhibit EDS (OR=1.69, 95% CI: 1.11–2.57, P<0.01). …”
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Impact of physical activity on cardiovascular health in firefighters: Scoping review by Ghaleelullah Achmat, Charlene Erasmus, Jill Kanaley, Rucia November, Lloyd Leach

“…Results: Five intervention studies were included, examining PA effects on firefighters with smoking habits, poor diet, alcohol consumption and sedentary lifestyles. These interventions recommend 150 minutes per week of aerobic, flexibility and strength activities. …”
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Development of Prevascularized Synthetic Block Graft for Maxillofacial Reconstruction by Borvornwut Buranawat, Abeer Shaalan, Devy F. Garna, Lucy Di Silvio

“…The scaffold, fabricated using sintered monocalcium phosphate with poly (vinyl alcohol) as a porogen, exhibited pore sizes ranging from 0 to 400 μm, with the highest frequency between 80 and 100 μm. …”
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The use of the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans in the investigation of the adverse effects of electronic cigarettes by Kamila Melnikov, Alžbeta Kaiglová, Soňa Kucharíková

“…Nicotine, propylene glycol, and / or glycerine, water, alcohol, flavorings, and other substances are among the many chemicals found in ECIGs that are vaporized and inhaled. …”
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Pleiotropic effects of rabeprazole at acid-related diseases by A. V. Zaborovsky, I. V. Mayev, D. N. Andreyev, L. A. Tararina

“…Paired combination of genotypes to disease risk analysis demonstrated that at 511СT×174GС genotype combination the AP risk is highest at alcohol abuse history for over 10 years (OR=2.88, 95%-CI 1.59-5.23; p=0.0004). …”
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