A 3D semantic segmentation network for accurate neuronal soma segmentation by Li Ma, Qi Zhong, Yezi Wang, Xiaoquan Yang, Qian Du

“…However, the fine structure, such as boundaries, small-volume neuronal somata and fibers, are commonly present in cell images, which pose a challenge for accurate segmentation. …”
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Systemic delivery of AAV5, AAV8, and AAV9 packaging a C5-12-microdystrophin-FLAG expression cassette in non-human primates by Mengping Liu, Erica Cook, Yanshan Dai, Erich Ehlert, Francois du Plessis, Jacek Lubelski, Bogdan G. Sleczka, Petia Shipkova, Zhuyin Li, Joshua Gamse, David Gordon, Leonard P. Adam, Paul C. Levesque, Glen B. Banks

“…The AAV8-microdystrophin-FLAG led to ∼20% of wild-type NHP dystrophin protein expression levels and was located on the sarcolemma of ∼40% of skeletal muscles fibers and ∼15% of left ventricular cardiomyocytes. …”
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Thapsigargin Induces Apoptosis by Impairing Cytoskeleton Dynamics in Human Lung Adenocarcinoma Cells by Fei Wang, Da-zhong Liu, Hao Xu, Yi Li, Wei Wang, Bai-lu Liu, Lin-you Zhang

“…Results suggest that thapsigargin may induce cell death in A549 cells with a time- and dose-dependent manner. The F-actin fibers and RhoA signals are also reduced with a time- and dose-dependent manner by thapsigargin treatment. …”
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A pooled analysis of the side effects of non-invasive Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation (taVNS) by Manon Giraudier, Carlos Ventura-Bort, Christoph Szeska, Mathias Weymar, Mathias Weymar

“…IntroductionTranscutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) is a promising technique for modulating vagal afferent fibers non-invasively and has shown therapeutic potential in neurological, cognitive, and affective disorders. …”
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Effects of Dietary Aflatoxin B1 on Hybrid Grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus ♀ × Epinephelus lanceolatus ♂) Growth, Intestinal Health, and Muscle Quality by Hao Liu, Ruitao Xie, Weibin Huang, Yuanzhi Yang, Menglong Zhou, Baiquan Lu, Biao Li, Beiping Tan, Xiaohui Dong

“…AFB1 caused myofibrillar cleavage and myofilament damage, leading to increased spaces between muscle fibers. In conclusion, diets with AFB1 levels exceeding 30 μg kg−1 inhibited hybrid grouper growth, while levels surpassing 445 μg kg−1 resulted in hindgut ROS accumulation, inflammation, elevated intestinal permeability, reduced digestive enzyme activity, and compromised muscle quality.…”
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Histomorphometrical Study on Regional Variation in Distribution of Sweat Glands in Buffalo Skin by Debajit Debbarma, Varinder Uppal, Neelam Bansal, Anuradha Gupta

“…Large number of blood vessels and nerve fibers were observed in the vicinity of the sweat glands. …”
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Nutritional Potential of Ziziphus lotus (L.) Lam. Almonds as Compared to Some Oilseeds from Morocco: Evidence from Proximate Composition, Mineral Profiling, and Oil Physicochemical... by Hasna Ait Bouzid, Laila Bijla, Mohamed Ibourki, Abderrahim Asbbane, El Hassan Sakar, Jamal Koubachi, Said Gharby

“…Oleaginous fruits and seeds are a good source of nutrients such as oil, carbohydrates, fatty acids, sterols, tocopherols, fibers, vitamins, minerals, and proteins for the human diet. …”
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Mining Failure Response Characteristics of Stope Floor: A Case of Renlou Coal Mine by Jucai Chang, Dong Li, Kai He

“…Through a comprehensive measurement of ground penetrating radar detection and fixed-point grating optical fibers, the law of floor deformation and failure is analyzed dynamically, and the characteristics of the floor rock deformation response are discussed. …”
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Functional constipation by Yu. O. Shulpekova, A. A. Kurbatova, A. V. Sedova

“…First of all it is required to attempt to modify dietary habits and lifestyle, including consumption of fermented milk products; at the second stage food fibers are prescribed, at inefficiency of these measures - relatively safe laxatives, and if necessary - drugs to relieve pain. …”
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Development and Evaluation of Polymethacrylate-Based Ophthalmic Nanofiber Inserts Containing Dual Drug-Loaded Dorzolamide and Timolol: In Vivo Study in Rabbit’s Eye by Ahmad Karami, Shahla Mirzaeei, Leila Rezaei, Ali Nokhodchi

“…The pharmacokinetic properties of fibers were examined alongside consideration for irritation using a rabbit model and cell compatibility. …”
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Balance rehabilitation with a virtual reality protocol for patients with hereditary spastic paraplegia: Protocol for a clinical trial. by Bianca Simone Zeigelboim, Maria Renata José, Geslaine Janaina Bueno Dos Santos, Maria Izabel Rodrigues Severiano, Hélio Afonso Ghizoni Teive, José Stechman-Neto, Rosane Sampaio Santos, Cristiano Miranda de Araújo, Bianca Lopes Cavalcante-Leão

“…Hereditary spastic paraplegia is a heterogeneous group of hereditary degenerative diseases involving the disorder of a single gene and is characterized by the progressive retrograde degeneration of fibers in the spinal cord.<h4>Objective</h4>To determine the benefits of vestibular rehabilitation involving virtual reality by comparing pre intervention and post intervention assessments in individuals with hereditary spastic paraplegia.…”
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Fucoxanthin Inhibits the NMDA and AMPA Receptors Through Regulating the Calcium Response on Substantia Gelatinosa Neurons of the Trigeminal Subnucleus Caudalis in Juvenile Mice by Nhung Ha Thuy Le, Seon Ah Park, Yu Mi Kim, Dong Kuk Ahn, Won Jung, Seong Kyu Han

“…Meanwhile, substantia gelatinosa (SG) neurons of the trigeminal subnucleus caudalis (Vc), a pivotal site in regulating orofacial nociceptive transmission via Aδ and C primary afferent fibers, majorly utilize glutamate as the principal excitatory neurotransmitter. …”
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Consumer acceptance of protein beverage ingredients: Less is more by D. Rovai, M.E. Watson, D.M. Barbano, M.A. Drake

“…Natural sweeteners (agave, monk fruit, cane sugar) were the most appealing sweeteners. Fibers and starches were more appealing than gums (carrageenan, gellan gum). …”
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How Reducing Fossil-Based Plastic Use Can Help the Overall Sustainability of Oyster Farming: The Case of the Gulf of La Spezia by Daniela Summa, Elena Tamisari, Mattia Lanzoni, Giuseppe Castaldelli, Elena Tamburini

“…However, the assessment must include the effects of degradation that traditional plastics can have in the marine environment, an aspect that potentially renders natural fibers more advantageous. The use of PP net packaging has demonstrated high efficacy in reducing impacts and provides a foundation for considering the need to combine sustainability and marketing with current legislation regarding food packaging.…”
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Design and Prototyping of a Pineapple Juice Extraction Machine. by Kyazze, Sulaiman

“…In fact, few residues about 10% were expected because the pineapple tissues or fibers can be crushed into pulp or turbid solution, which can be filtered to obtain the clear juice The general objective during the study was; to develop an easy to operate, and effective pineapple juice extraction machine for small output This was guided by four specific objectives that is; to develop a conceptual design and layout of the machine, to determine the design parameters and size the components, to carry out design analysis and simulation of the components and the last one was to prototype the juice extraction machine. …”
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Research progress of gut flora in improving human wellness by Chenggang Zhang, Wenjing Gong, Zhihui Li, Dawen Gao, Yan Gao

“…This hypothesis has been gradually demonstrated using the flexible fasting technology by providing special foods, such as plant polysaccharides and dietary fibers. The response to food-needing signals from the gut flora to these foods demonstrates the importance of the gut flora in improving human wellness. …”
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Riverine microplastic discharge along the southern Black Sea coast of Türkiye by Yahya Terzi, Rafet Çağrı Öztürk, Ahmet Raif Eryaşar, İlhan Yandi, Ahmet Şahin, Fatih Yılmaz, Kenan Gedik, Sedat Gündoğdu

“…MP sizes ranged predominantly between 200–1000 μ m, and fibers constituted the majority of shapes (64.1%), followed by fragments (28.3%). …”
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Performance Evaluation of Bone Glue-Modified Asphalt by Asif Ali, Naveed Ahmad, Muhammad Adeel, Syed Bilal Ahmed Zaidi, Muhammad Sohail Jameel, Farsan Ali Qureshi, Waqas Haroon, Syeda Aamara Asif

“…In Pakistan, temperature remains high for most of the time of the year; hence, asphalt binders with less susceptibility to higher temperatures are preferred for flexible pavements. Acids, polymers, fibers, and extenders have been used by the researchers to improve high-temperature performance of asphalt mixture. …”
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Pulse oximeter perfusion index as a new predictor of hypotension following subarachnoid block in lower segment Cesarean section: A prospective randomized study by Ashish Mohan M, Suman Gupta, Kavya Kanjikkal, Vankudoth Bhaskar

“…Background: Hypotension is a common adverse effect of spinal anesthesia, especially during pregnancy, due to the blockade of pre-ganglionic sympathetic fibers, resulting in reduced peripheral vascular resistance. …”
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Resveratrol enhances post-injury muscle regeneration by regulating antioxidant and mitochondrial biogenesis by Xiaoli Qin, Wenjing Niu, Kai Zhao, Yawen Luo, Wenfang Wang, Yang He, Fuyu Yang, Binghai Cao, Min Du, Huawei Su

“…Following cardiotoxin-induced injury, RES treatment improved muscle regeneration, characterized by greater formation of new fibers and better structural repair compared to the control. …”
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