Genetics and pathophysiology of low-renin arterial hypertension by A. L. Markel

“…However, the main contingent of patients with low-renin hypertension belongs to cases with unexplained etiology, as their development is associated with polygenic systems and with a signifcant influence of numerous environmental factors. The study of genetic and physiological mechanisms of various forms of low-renin arterial hypertension provides a good example of how penetration into the intimate mechanisms of the blood pressure regulation in each personal case makes it possible to identify some specifc syndromes and establish its fnal causes. …”
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Mechanism of steel slag powder stabilization and improvement of expansive clay by Yinlei SUN, Chuan YU, Lei LIAO, Zhifei LI

“…By further exploring the micro-mechanism and engineering properties of SSP-amended soils, the value of their engineering applications can be improved, providing valuable insights for the recycling of solid waste resources and environmental protection.…”
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The challenges of independence: ontogeny of at-sea behaviour in a long-lived seabird by Delord, Karine, Weimerskirch, Henri, Barbraud, Christophe

“…This variability is discussed in light of both extrinsic (i.e. environmental conditions such as variability in food resources or in wind) and intrinsic (i.e. energetic demands linked to plumage renew during moult) factors.…”
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FeO–alumina catalyst for reforming waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET) pyrolyzed products: synthesis, characterization, and performance evaluation by Audu, Ephraim Akuaden, Ade-Ajayi, Adebola Femi, Osigbesan, Aisha Ayoola, Gano, Zaharaddeen Sani, Barminas, Jeffrey Tsware

“…Findings from this research demonstrated that the synthesized catalyst was able to reform waste PET pyrolyzed gas into valuable products, addressing environmental challenges and providing alternative energy sources.…”
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Gas Chromatography Coupled to High Resolution Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry as a High-Throughput Tool for Characterizing Geochemical Biomarkers in Sediments by Hector Henrique Ferreira Koolen, Clécio Fernando Klitzke, Joe Binkley, Jeffrey Patrick, Ana Cecília Rizatti de Albergaria-Barbosa, Rolf Roland Weber, Márcia Caruso Bícego, Marcos Nogueira Eberlin, Giovana Anceski Bataglion

“…The characterization of geochemical biomarkers along a sedimentary core collected in the area of Valo Grande Channel (Cananéia-Iguape Estuarine-Lagunar System (São Paulo, Brazil)) provided evidences of environmental changes. Sediments deposited before opening of channel showed dominance of biomarkers from mangrove vegetation, whereas sediments of the pos-opening period showed an increase of biomarkers from aquatic macrophyte (an invasive vegetation).…”
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Adaptability of high-protein barley genotypes under the conditions of the Volga-Vyatka region by I. Yu. Zaytseva, I. N. Shchennikova, L. V. Panikhina, E. V. Dyagileva

“…Traits of breeding value (yield, lodging resistance, environmental plasticity, and stability) were observed in the following accessions: k-30574 (‘Filippa’, Sweden), k-30256 (‘Rodos’, Poland), ya-52 (‘Crusades’, Great Britain), k-35415 (NCL 95098, Argentina), k-30892 (‘Naran’, Russia), k-15619 (‘Polyarny 14’, Russia), ya-4 (752A, Switzerland), k-30349 (Landrace, Peru), k-5983 (Local, Afghanistan), k-3506 (Local, India), k-2929 (Local, China), k-2930 (Local, China), and k-5210 (‘Makbo’, Australia).…”
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Comprehensive benefits evaluation of low impact development using scenario analysis and fuzzy decision approach by Ting Ni, Xiaohong Zhang, Peng Leng, Mark Pelling, Jiuping Xu

“…The proposed methodology integrates quantitative environmental and economic indicators with qualitative social benefit indicators, combining the use of the Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) and ArcGIS for scenario-based analysis, and the use of hesitant fuzzy language sets and Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) for decision-making. …”
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Assessing Nonlinear Dynamics and Trends in Precipitation by Ensemble Empirical Mode Decomposition (EEMD) and Fractal Approach in Benin Republic (West Africa) by Médard Noukpo Agbazo, Gabin Koto N’Gobi, Eric Alamou, Basile Kounouhewa, Abel Afouda

“…Climate dynamics and trends have significant environmental and socioeconomic impacts; however, in the Benin Republic, they are generally studied with diverse statistical methods ignoring the nonstationarity, nonlinearity, and self-similarity characteristics contained in precipitation time series. …”
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Conceptualizing a model for the use of software as a service to improve the dynamic capabilities of small and medium enterprises in healthcare sector by P. Makelana, R. Kekwaletswe, M. A. Segooa

“…This model is based on TTF, FVM and external constructs (organisational and environmental characteristics) that are key to improving the DC of South African healthcare SMEs…”
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Spatiotemporal variability and functional redundancy obscure effects of urbanization on strawberry pollinators by Kyla D. Schulte, Caleb J. Wilson, Anna Tawril, Mary A. Jamieson

“…Abstract Pollination services across rural–urban gradients may vary as land cover and other environmental attributes differentially influence pollinators. …”
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Genotypic variability of Pinus sylvestris L. on the drought-resistance attribute by E. Yu. Amineva, A. P. Gureev, T. M. Tabatskaya, O. S. Mashkina, V. N. Popov

“…Not all plant organisms are able to adapt to changing environmental conditions. Therefore, the question of stressresistant (drought-resistant) genotypes selection for breeding is quite urgent. …”
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Outplanting Performance of the Bornean Tropical Indigenous Species Shorea macrophylla (de Vriese) P. S. Ashton in relation to Seedling Age by Mugunthan Perumal, Mohd Effendi Wasli, Soo Ying Ho

“…A further experimental study on other environmental factors that could influence the outplanting performance of the seedlings in the tropical forest restoration area of Sarawak, Malaysia, is necessary.…”
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Characterization of infectious salmon anaemia virus survival and infectivity in seawater by Simon Chioma Weli, Marit Måsøy Amundsen, Ole Bendik Dale, Sonal Jayesh Patel

“…The time period for ISAV survival and persistence in seawater under various environmental conditions is debated. We designed in vitro experiments to study infectivity of two Norwegian ISAV isolates, in natural non-sterile seawater (NSW). …”
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Deep eutectic solvent-assisted carbon quantum dots from biomass Triticum aestivum: A fluorescent sensor for nanomolar detection of dual analytes mercury (Ⅱ) and glutathione by Shivam Khare, Neeraj Sohal, Mandeep Kaur, Banibrata Maity

“…The N,Cl-CQDs prepared in this study exhibited a reduced detection limit and a broad linear range by an easy, environmentally friendly, and rapid method for detecting GSH and Hg2+ ions.…”
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Selection of suitable reference lncRNAs for gene expression analysis in Osmanthus fragrans under abiotic stresses, hormone treatments, and metal ion treatments by Yingting Zhang, Yingting Zhang, Qingyu Yan, Hui Xia, Xiangling Zeng, Xiangling Zeng, Xiangling Zeng, Jie Yang, Jie Yang, Jie Yang, Xuan Cai, Xuan Cai, Xuan Cai, Zeqing Li, Zeqing Li, Hongguo Chen, Hongguo Chen, Hongguo Chen, Jingjing Zou, Jingjing Zou, Jingjing Zou

“…This study represents the first comprehensive evaluation of lncRNA RG stability in O. fragrans, significantly enhancing the accuracy and depth of lncRNA expression analyses in this species, contributing to advancements in plant stress resistance breeding and improving environmental adaptability.…”
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Tolerance of Glyphosate-Resistant Maize to Glyphosate Plus MCPA Amine Is Influenced by Dose and Timing by Nader Soltani, Kris McNaughton, Chris L. Gillard, Robert E. Nurse, Peter H. Sikkema

“…There is little information on tolerance of glyphosate-resistant maize to glyphosate plus MCPA amine as influenced by dose and timing under Ontario environmental conditions. A total of seven field trials were conducted at various locations in Ontario, Canada, in 2011–2013 to evaluate tolerance of field maize to tank mixes of glyphosate (900 g a.e.…”
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Mutation in the COL2A1 gene is associated with acetabular dysplasia by Miaomiao Xin, Xin Guan, Xin Guan, Jiangfei Yang, Yi Li, Zhentao Man, Hongsheng Sun, Min Fu

“…BackgroundDevelopmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is one of the most common developmental disorders worldwide, caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.MethodsTo investigate the genetic etiology of DDH in a proband (a 27-year-old male), we reviewed the patient’s clinical data and collected peripheral blood samples from the proband and his parents. …”
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The type of diet consumed during prepuberty modulates plasma cholesterol, hepatic LXRα expression, and DNA methylation and hydroxymethylation during adulthood in male rats. by Ana Aguilar-Lozano, Berenice Palacios-González, Martha Guevara-Cruz, Armando R Tovar, Alam Palma-Guzman, Lilia G Noriega

“…Childhood obesity increases the risk of developing metabolic diseases in adulthood, since environmental stimuli during critical windows of development can impact on adult metabolic health. …”
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Comparing low-cost activated carbon made from coffee waste and bagasse to remove heavy metals and methylene blue dye by Nahla. M. Salatein, Mahmoud Shaaban, Irene. S. Fahim

“…Biomass-sourced activated carbon, with its porous structure and environmentally friendly adsorption properties, offers a sustainable method for removing these metals. …”
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Evaluation of Commercial Disinfectants against Staphylococcus lentus and Micrococcus spp. of Poultry Origin by Otun Saha, Nadira Naznin Rakhi, Arif Istiaq, Israt Islam, Munawar Sultana, M. Anwar Hossain, Md. Mizanur Rahaman

“…Among test pathogens, M. aloeverae was the most sensitive to the disinfectants and the weakest biofilm producers, whereas 4/14 S. lentus and 1/5 M. luteus were strong biofilm producers, which may cause more reduction in the efficacy in environmental conditions. Conclusion. As no ideal disinfectant was found in the study, the efficacy of the disinfectants should be routinely evaluated and validated to ensure the sanitation standards in the poultry sector.…”
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