Structural, Optical and Electrochromic Properties of Sol–Gel V2O5 Thin Films by M. Benmouss, A. Outzourhit, R. Jourdani, A. Bennouna, E. L. Ameziane

“…The films show reversible multichromism (yellow–green–blue) upon Li+ ion insertion/extraction. The absorbance of films colored at three different potentials is measured in the UV–VIS–PIR wavelength range, and this study shows that the changes in the optical absorption are consistent with the film color changes. …”
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Hydrogeochemical Characteristics of the Haiyuan-Liupanshan Seismic Belt at the Northeastern Edge of the Tibet Plateau by Xinyan Li, Xiaopeng Liu, Jianguo Du, Yueju Cui, Fengxia Sun

“…The hydrogeochemical characteristics and groundwater recharge environments along the deep-cut Haiyuan-Liupanshan fault zone (HLFZ) were investigated by major ion and isotopic compositions (δ18O and δD) of the water samples collected at 14 sites from 2016 to 2017. …”
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Synthesis and Spectroscopic Studies of Axially Ligated Zn(II)5,10,15,20-meso-tetra(p-chlorophenyl)porphyrin with Oxygen and Nitrogen Donors by Gauri D. Bajju, Sujata Kundan, Ashu Kapahi, Deepmala Gupta

“…IR spectra confirms the appearance of Zn– at 500–400 cm−1, Zn– at 650–570 cm−1 and Zn–O at 650–350 cm−1. 1H NMR spectra show that the protons of the Phenolic ring axially attached to the central metal ion are merged with the protons of the tetraphenyl rings of the porphyrin moiety. …”
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Determination of Crizotinib in Mouse Tissues by LC-MS/MS and Its Application to a Tissue Distribution Study by Fang Zhao, Yuan Wei, Yiming Yan, Han Liu, Sitong Zhou, Bo Ren, Ruijuan Liu

“…Tandem mass spectrometric detection was conducted using multiple reaction monitoring via an electrospray ionization source in the positive mode. The monitored ion transitions were m/z 450.1 ⟶ 260.2 for crizotinib and m/z 398.2 ⟶ 212.0 for apatinib. …”
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Developing an Optimal Antiviral Method for the Air-filtration System of Subway Stations by Dae Hoon Park, Jungho Hwang, Dongho Shin, Younghun Kim, Gunhee Lee, Inyong Park, Sang Bok Kim, Keejung Hong, Bangwoo Han

“…Herein, Ag nanoparticles were produced using a spark–discharge generation system with an ion-injection system and were employed as antiviral agents for coating onto a medium-grade air filter. …”
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Red Beetroot Juice Phytochemicals Bioaccessibility: an In Vitro Approach by Ivelina Deseva, Magdalena Stoyanova, Nadezhda Petkova, Dasha Mihaylova

“…According to the DPPH assay, there was a complete recovery of antioxidant activity, while no activity was detected employing the ABTS assay. Following the cupric ion reducing antioxidant capacity (CUPRAC) and ferric-reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), approximately half of the initial activity was retained. …”
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Parametric Study of Time-Dependent Corrosion Product Activity due to 56Mn, 58Co, and 60Co in the Primary Coolant Circuit of a Typical Pressurized Water Reactor by Muhammad Rafique, Nasir M. Mirza, Sikander M. Mirza, Kimberlee J. Kearfott, Shahab A. Abbasi, Syed F. Naeem

“…Parametric study suggests that the total CPA is most sensitive to ion-exchanger removal rates. For a removal rate of 300 cm3-s−1, the specific activity due to 56Mn has the maximum value of 3.552 × 104 Bq-m−3 after 1,000 hours of reactor operation. …”
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Bicarbonate Within: A Hidden Modulator of Antibiotic Susceptibility by Selvi C. Ersoy, Warren E. Rose, Richard A. Proctor

“…One such factor is bicarbonate, an abundant ion in the mammalian bloodstream/tissues. Importantly, bicarbonate sensitizes methicillin-resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> (MRSA) to early-generation β-lactams used for the treatment of methicillin-susceptible <i>S. aureus</i> (MSSA). …”
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Three-Dimensional Morphology and Connectivity of Organic Pores in Shale from the Wufeng and Longmaxi Formations at the Southeast Sichuan Basin in China by Tao Jiang, Zhijun Jin, Zongquan Hu, Wei Du, Zhongbao Liu, Jianhua Zhao

“…Organic pore types and their structural characteristics were studied using a total organic carbon (TOC), thin section, focused ion beam scanning electron microscope (FIB-SEM), and nano-CT. …”
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Adsorption Performance of La(III) and Y(III) on Orange Peel: Impact of Experimental Variables, Isotherms, and Kinetics by Li Liu, Yunzhang Rao, Changshun Tian, Tao Huang, Jiacheng Lu, Meidao Zhang, Min Han

“…The optimal adsorption conditions were obtained at pH of 6, temperature of 40°C, appropriate dosage of 2 g/L and 3 g/L, contact time of 30 min, and initial ion concentration of 32 mg/L. Under the same condition, adsorption performance of La(III) is better than that of Y(III). …”
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Mechanical and Durability Performance of High-Strength Concrete with Waste Tyre Steel Fibres by Daudi Salezi Augustino, Richard Ocharo Onchiri, Charles Kabubo, Christopher Kanali

“…In addition, durability tests such as chloride ion penetration and absorption rate of water were investigated. …”
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Online Monitoring Oxidative Products and Metabolites of Nicotine by Free Radicals Generation with Fenton Reaction in Tandem Mass Spectrometry by Shih-Shin Liang, Yow-Ling Shiue, Chao-Jen Kuo, Su-Er Guo, Wei-Ting Liao, Eing-Mei Tsai

“…Fenton reaction generates free radicals via ferrous ion (Fe2+) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) to oxidize DNA and to degrade proteins in cells. …”
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A comprehensive review of remimazolam for sedation by Nazir Noor, Rhorer Legendre, Alexandra Cloutet, Ahish Chitneni, Giustino Varrassi, Alan D. Kaye

“…This is provided by the benzodiazepine molecule binding and causing a conformational change to the chloride ion channel to cause hyperpolarization and thus inhibition of the central nervous system. …”
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Advanced Piezoelectric Materials, Devices, and Systems for Orthopedic Medicine by Jingkai Zhang, Chang Liu, Jun Li, Tao Yu, Jing Ruan, Fan Yang

“…Recent studies showed that piezoelectricity can impact microenvironments by regulating molecular sensors including ion channels, cytoskeletal elements, cell adhesion proteins, and other signaling pathways. …”
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Genome Sequencing Reveals the Adaptation of Chickens to High Altitudes in Different Regions by Yizhou Hu, Xing Li, Qixin Guo, Lan Huang, Hao Bai, Guobin Chang

“…Functional annotation of the genes showed that they are primarily involved in energy metabolism, ion channel activity, and blood pressure regulation. …”
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Association between fluoride exposure and the risk of serum CK and CK-MB elevation in adults: a cross-sectional study in China by Junhua Wu, Ming Qin, Yue Gao, Yang Liu, Xiaona Liu, Yuting Jiang, Yanmei Yang, Yanhui Gao

“…Urinary fluoride was detected using a fluoride-ion selective electrode. Myocardial enzymes were detected using an automatic biochemical analyzer. …”
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Local government in Kazakhstan: an attempt to create a national model by Nikolay Yuvitsa

“…For this purpose, the bodies of public administration at the local level – akimats, headed by akims of regions, districts (cities), rural settlements. In addit ion, maslikhats were formed as representative bodies elected by the population - at the district (city) and regional levels. …”
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Detection and Structural Characterization of Nucleophiles Trapped Reactive Metabolites of Limonin Using Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry by Yujie Deng, Yudong Fu, Shumin Xu, Ping Wang, Nailong Yang, Chengqian Li, Qing Yu

“…Two different types of mass spectrometry, a hybrid quadrupole time-of-flight (Q-TOF) mass spectrometry and a LTQ velos Pro ion trap mass spectrometry, were employed to acquire structural information of nucleophile adducts of LIM. …”
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INVESTIGATING THE BIOCHEMICAL PROFILE AND NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION OF VERNONIA AMYGDALINA LEAVES: A STUDY ON ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES, PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION, ENZYME INHIBITION, AN... by Olugbenga D. Oloruntola, Fehintoluwa S. Oladebeye, Samuel A. Adeyeye, Simeon O. Ayodele, Ojurereoluwa A. Ayodele, Olufemi E. Adeniji

“…A meticulous extraction process using 70% ethanol yielded an ethanolic extract of Vernonia amygdalina leaves powder (VLP), which exhibited substantial Vitamin C content (12.95 mg/g) and impressive antioxidant activity, as evidenced by a 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl hydrate value of 60.24% and a ferric ion reducing antioxidant power value of 49.22 mg/g. …”
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Synthesis and Physicochemical Characterization of Anion Exchanger Based on Green Modified Bottle Gourd Shell by Dragana Z. Marković-Nikolić, Aleksandar Lj. Bojić, Saša R. Savić, Sanja M. Petrović, Dragan J. Cvetković, Milorad D. Cakić, Goran S. Nikolić

“…In accordance with the FTIR spectroscopic analysis and isotherm studies, a structural model of the CALV biosorbent and its ion exchange mechanism are proposed.…”
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