Effect of Sugar Cane Bagasse Ash Incorporated as Viscosity Modifying Agent on Fresh, Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Self-Compacting Concrete by Usman Amjad, Muhammad Sarir, Diyar Khan, Inzimam Ul Haq, Muhammad Wajahat Ali Khawaja, Khalid Mahmood

“…The results indicate that SBA has the potential to enhance mechanical and microstructural properties by possibly increasing the formation of Calcium Silicate Hydrate (CSH) gel. Adding 5% SBA demonstrated favorable fresh properties while incorporating up to 15% SBA showed improvements in compressive strength. …”
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Vasorelaxant effects and its mechanisms of the rhizome of Acorus gramineus on isolated rat thoracic aorta by Jueon Lee, Sujin Shin, Junkyu Park, Ho-Young Choi, Kyungjin Lee

“…Since vasodilatory mechanisms associated with VSMC are predominantly influenced by K+ and Ca2+ channels, we explored various channels, including calcium-activated K+, voltage-dependent (delayed rectifier) K+, ATP-sensitive K+, inwardly rectifying K+, receptor-operated Ca2+ (ROCC), and voltage-dependent Ca2+ channels (VDCC). …”
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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

“…Herein, we review recent evidence demonstrating a heterogeneous mitochondrial response following cerebral I/R injury, placing a specific focus on mitochondrial protein modifications, reactive oxygen species, calcium (Ca2+), inflammation, and quality control under experimental conditions using animal models.…”
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DRUG-INDUCED GINGIVAL OVERGROWTHS: AN INSIGHT INTO MOLECULAR MECHANISMS by Gabriel Rotundu, Diana Tatarciuc, Bogdan Amărioarei, Dana Budală, Ruxandra Stan, Oana Butnaru, Alexandra Mârțu, Liliana Păsărin, Ionut Luchian

“…Drug-induced gingival overgrowths (DIGO) represent a significant side effect of various pharmacological treatments, particularly anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, and calcium channel blockers. This condition, characterized by the excessive growth of gum tissue, can lead to discomfort, aesthetic concerns, and periodontal complications. …”
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Structure formations and properties of natural anhydrite at complex activation by A. F. Gordina, I. S. Polyanskikh, A. N. Gumeniuk, T. A. Plekhanova

“…The matrix is composed of gypsum crystalline hydrates of optimal morphology, additionally bonded by amorphous new formations based on hydrosilicates, hydrosulfoaluminosilicates or calcium hydroferrites. Such a structure provides physical and mechanical characteristics at a level sufficient for the production of wall building blocks.…”
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Purslane Weed (Portulaca oleracea): A Prospective Plant Source of Nutrition, Omega-3 Fatty Acid, and Antioxidant Attributes by Md. Kamal Uddin, Abdul Shukor Juraimi, Md Sabir Hossain, Most. Altaf Un Nahar, Md. Eaqub Ali, M. M. Rahman

“…It is a rich source of potassium (494 mg/100 g) followed by magnesium (68 mg/100 g) and calcium (65 mg/100 g) and possesses the potential to be used as vegetable source of omega-3 fatty acid. …”
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Thermocatalytic pyrolysis of low-value waste biomass: Thermal decomposition, kinetics behaviour, and biochar characterization by Ranjeet Kumar Mishra, Sampath Chinnam, Abhishek Sharma

“…This study investigates the pyrolysis behaviour of peanut shell waste (PNS) and the resulting biochar in the presence of calcium oxide (CaO). The pyrolysis test of PNS was carried out in a fixed-bed vertical reactor at 600 °C, with a heating rate of 5 °C min⁻¹ and a holding time of 30 min. …”
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Promotion of healthy eating patterns among employees of a primary health care unit by Paula Martins Horta, Luana Caroline dos Santos, Roseli Gomes de Andrade

“…Six weekly activities relating to food and nutrition education were carried out and their themes were: food groups and healthy eating; physical activity practice and adequate water ingestion; milk and dairy and the importance of calcium; fruits and the importance of using whole foods; nutritional labeling, whole grains and diet vs. light; sodium consumption and aromatic herbs. …”
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Imaging performance of a CaWO4/CMOS sensor by Niki Martini, Vaia Koukou, George Fountos, Ioannis Valais, Ioannis Kandarakis, Christos Michail, Athanasios Bakas, Eleftherios Lavdas, Konstantinos Ninos, Georgia Oikonomou, Lida Gogou, George Panayiotakis

“…The aim of this study was to investigate the modulation transfer function (MTF) and the effective gain transfer function (eGTF) of a non-destruc­­tive testing (NDT)/industrial inspection complementary metal oxide semi­conductor (CMOS) sensor in conjunction with a thin calcium tungstate (CaWO4) screen. Thin screen samples, with dimensions of 2.7x3.6 cm2 and thick­ness of 118.9 μm, estimated from scanning electron microscopy-SEM im­ages, were extracted from an Agfa Curix universal screen and coupled to the active area of an active pixel (APS) CMOS sensor. …”
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Determination of Optimum Quantity of Cassava Peel Ash (CPA) as Partial Replacement of Cement for Maximum Concrete Strength and its Cost Analysis. by Nasasira, Johnson

“…The cassava peels were sundried and burnt into ash in the furnace at 700-800oc and their chemical and physical properties were studied using the X-ray Fluorescence method which was found to contain elements such as calcium dioxide 85.677%, iron (iii) oxide 5.662%, silicon dioxide 3.517%, potassium oxide 1.731%, aluminum oxide 1.515% manganese(ii) oxide 0.803%, phosphorous pent oxide 0.456%, titanium oxide 0.310%, chromium (ii) oxide 0.143%, and magnesium oxide 0.109%. blended pastes containing OPC and 45 cubes were caster with cassava peel ash (CPA) at different percentage replacement, 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% were investigated for consistency, initial and final setting time for the blended paste CPA- OPC pastes and dry density of cubes and compressive strength of grade 25 (C25) Concrete. …”
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Comparative Study of the Chemical Composition Disparities Between Fast-twitch and Slow-twitch Muscles in Marine Teleost Fishes by Huan WANG, Shufang LIU

“…The potassium, magnesium, and calcium contents showed no significant correlation with muscle types. …”
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A pharmacoinformatic approach for studying Atractylodes Lancea DC’s anticancer potential and control ROS-mediated apoptosis against prostate cancer cells by Chi-Hoon Ahn, Ji Soo Myong, Kazi Rejvee Ahmed, Md Ataur Rahman, Md. Maharub Hossain Fahim, Min Choi, Muntajin Rahman, Jinwon Choi, Kiryang Kim, Seungjoon Moon, Seungjoon Moon, Mohammed Dalli, Mohammed Dalli, Rony Abdi Syahputra, Sang-Won Shin, Abdel Halim Harrath, Moon Nyeo Park, Bonglee Kim, Hwa-Seung Yoo

“…ALD dis-rupted mitochondrial function by reducing ΔΨm and increasing intracellular calcium lev-els. A concentration-dependent increase in ROS generation was observed in PC3 and DU145 cells, which was completely inhibited by NAC pretreatment, confirming a ROS-mediated mechanism. …”
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Biosynthesis inhibition of miR-142-5p in a N 6-methyladenosine-dependent manner induces neuropathic pain through CDK5/TRPV1 signaling by Jinshi Li, Yang Guo, Chen Zhu, Dongxu Wang, Yuan Li, Xiaotong Hao, Linyan Cao, Yiting Fan, Bo Fang

“…Moreover, intracellular calcium transport was monitored using calcium imaging as an indicator of cell excitability. …”
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Deciphering the dose-dependent effects of thymoquinone on cellular proliferation and transcriptomic changes in A172 glioblastoma cells. by Rachana Pandey, Purushothaman Natarajan, Umesh K Reddy, Wei Du, Cristian Sirbu, Moussa Sissoko, Gerald R Hankins

“…TQ inhibited key pathways such as PI3K-Akt signaling, calcium signaling, focal adhesion, and ECM-receptor interaction in A172 cells. …”
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Compressive Strength and Microstructure Properties of Alkali-Activated Systems with Blast Furnace Slag, Desulfurization Slag, and Gypsum by Bong-Suk Cho, Kyung-Mo Koo, Se-Jin Choi

“…The main hydrates of the BFS-DS (B80D20) binder sample were Ca(OH)2, CaCO3, and low-crystalline calcium silicate hydrates, while the main hydration product of BFS-DS-G (B75D10G15) binder was found as ettringite. …”
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Investigating the Mechanical and Durability Properties of Carbonated Recycled Aggregate Concrete and Its Performance with SCMs by Shimza Jamil, Maria Idrees, Arslan Akbar, Wisal Ahmed

“…However, CRAC blended with supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) showed diminished mechanical properties, likely due to a reduced alkaline environment caused by rapid calcium hydroxide absorption in RA pores during carbonation. …”
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Learning enhances behaviorally relevant representations in apical dendrites by Sam E Benezra, Kripa B Patel, Citlali Perez Campos, Elizabeth MC Hillman, Randy M Bruno

“…We used both two-photon and SCAPE microscopy to longitudinally track tuft-wide calcium spikes in apical dendrites of layer 5 pyramidal neurons in barrel cortex as mice learned a tactile behavior. …”
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Porous Multiphase Microcharacteristics Research of New Cement-Based Grouting Material Concretion by Wei Xie, Junwu Xia, Linli Yu, Hongfei Chang

“…The NCG concretion is characterized as a spatial network structure formed by dendritic or columnar ettringite (AFt) crystals, filled with calcium silicate hydrate gel (C–S–H) and aluminum gel (AH3). …”
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The Sediment Profile and Heavy Metal Content of Lead (Pb), Copper (Cu), and Silver (Ag) in The Waters of Saparua Island by Jaicson G. Anakotta, Yusthinus T. Male, Serly J. Sekewael, Nelson Gaspersz

“…P.2, P.3, P.6, P.8, P.9, and P.11 have the highest intensity which is the characterization of metal oxide 2Ɵ= 27.7464°, 29.4759, 26.2979, 26.6686, 26.7007, and 24.3695 indicate the presence of CaO (calcium oxide) phases at points P.2, P.3, and P.6. the SiO2 (silica) phase which is the most abundant metal in sediment samples P.8, P.9, and P.11 based on the XRF test. …”
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Effect of Mixed Irrigation of Brackish Water and Reclaimed Water on Soil Ion Exchange Performance by HU Junfang, ZENG Zhi, LIU Chuncheng

“…The results indicate that compared to pure irrigation of brackish water, the mixed irrigation of brackish water and reclaimed water in a 1:1 ratio reduces soil exchangeable sodium ion content, soil exchangeable calcium ion content, total exchangeable bases and cation exchange capacity by 59.43%, 9.47%, 24.88% and 20.82%, respectively, while increasing soil exchangeable magnesium and potassium ion contents by 25.94% and 57.89%, respectively. …”
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