Understanding the current backlash against LGBTIQ+ rights through the lens of heteroactivism: A case study of the International Organization for the Family’s transnational norm dif... by Strand Cecilia, Eriksson Åsa, Svensson Jakob

“…A new generation of transnational anti-gender actors are framing themselves as human rights champions and protectors of the rights of the “natural family”. To better understand these actors’ norm diffusion, including their re-styling of anti-gender narratives in contemporary iterations of heteroactivism and its potential threat to LGBTIQ+ rights, in this article we analyse the social media tactics of a key transnational anti-gender actor: the International Organization for the Family (IOF). …”
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Effects of FeNi3 Nanoparticles and Coal Slag on Mechanical and Durability Properties of Concrete against Acidic Environments by Hossein Rezayt Khargerdi, Seyed Mojtaba Movahedifar, Alireza Motavalizadehkakhky, Amin Honarbakhsh, Rahele Zhiani

“…In recent years, natural pozzolans have been proposed as a way to improve the mechanical and biocompatible properties of concrete. …”
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Uso racional de água de reuso ou potável na indústria by Allyne Barreto Viana, Renato Aguiar da Silva, Vicente de Paulo Santos de Oliveira

“…Neste recorte, buscamos avaliar com este artigo uma revisão da literatura sobre o uso de água de reúso e potável dentre suas importâncias, sob diferentes legislações, visto que, é um assunto que vem se expandindo como fonte de alternativa desse recurso natural e com a aprovação da Lei nº 14.546 de 04/04/2023 haverá um maior incentivo governamental sobre o uso de água de reúso…”
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Olfactory transport efficiency of the manganese oxide nanoparticles (II) after their single or multiple intranasal administrations by A. V. Romashchenko, M. B. Sharapova, D. V. Petrovskii, M. P. Moshkin

“…These results indicate the presence of the natural mechanisms of protection against the penetration of pathogens and xenobiotics into the olfactory epithelium; they also allow us to formulate practical recommendations on intranasal drugs delivery.…”
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Heavy Metals Pollution and Pb Isotopic Signatures in Surface Sediments Collected from Bohai Bay, North China by Bo Gao, Jin Lu, Hong Hao, Shuhua Yin, Xiao Yu, Qiwen Wang, Ke Sun

“…Compared with Pb isotopic radios in other sources, Pb contaminations in the surface sediments of Bohai Bay may be controlled by the mix process of coal combustion, aerosol particles deposition, and natural sources.…”
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Genetic Variation for Wild Populations of the Rare and Endangered Plant <i>Glyptostrobus pensilis</i> Based on Double-Digest Restriction Site-Associated DNA Sequencing by Yongrong Huang, Yu Li, Xiaojie Hong, Suzhen Luo, Dedan Cai, Xiangxi Xiao, Yunpeng Huang, Yushan Zheng

“…The main reasons for the endangerment of <i>G. pensilis</i> are likely to be poor natural regeneration, human disturbances, and climatic factors. …”
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Liposarcomas of the hypopharynx: a systematic review of the literature by Andrea Corvino, Giuseppe Riva, Matteo Sensini, Massimiliano Garzaro, Giancarlo Pecorari

“…From an initial 77 articles, 23 articles were selected for this systematic review. The natural history, imaging features, histology, treatment and prognosis were analysed. …”
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What matters for environmental concerns among university students in Bangladesh? An empirical study by Bijoya Saha, Mufti Nadimul Quamar Ahmed, Khandaker Jafor Ahmed, Shah Md Atiqul Haq

“…IntroductionExperts have a well-established consensus regarding the detrimental effects of human activities on the environment, including extreme temperature events, rainfall variability, pollution, deforestation, biodiversity loss, and flood occurrences—all of which significantly stress Earth’s natural systems. This study investigates the level of environmental concern among university students in Bangladesh, considering their socio-demographic factors.MethodsA comprehensive survey was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire targeting 380 final-year bachelor and master’s students from various academic disciplines at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) Sylhet, Bangladesh. …”
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Targeting Invasion: The Role of MMP-2 and MMP-9 Inhibition in Colorectal Cancer Therapy by Alireza Shoari, Arghavan Ashja Ardalan, Alexandra M. Dimesa, Mathew A. Coban

“…We also critically evaluate recent advancements in the development of gelatinase inhibitors, including small molecule inhibitors, natural compounds, and novel therapeutic approaches like gene silencing techniques. …”
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The role of transposable elements in the ecological morphogenesis under the influence of stress by R. N. Mustafin, E. K. Khusnutdinova

“…In natural selection, insertional mutagenesis is an important source of genome variability. …”
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Analysing the trend of land changes and urban development of Shushtar by using remote sensing data by milad khayat, Atefeh Bosak, zahra hejazizadeh, ebrahim afifi

“…By employing urban growth and development modeling, it is feasible to delineate a developmental trajectory that aligns with the specific circumstances of a city, considering environmental factors, natural elements, and population dynamics. The aim of this research is to propose an urban development model for Shushtar, which can serve as a valuable tool for analyzing the intricate processes of urban transformations. …”
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Age and moisture affect the relationship between competition and tree growth by Xinyu Han, Lushuang Gao, Mingqian Liu, Yihong Zhu, Keda Cui, Xinyu Zhang, Xiuhai Zhao, Ruibo Zhang, Klaus von Gadow, Yiyu Tian, Kangchen Wang

“…Our analysis is based on comprehensive data collected from natural forests of Xing'an larch (Larix gmelinii) located in the northeastern region of China. …”
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Bacterial Diversity Associated with Terrestrial and Aquatic Snails by Konstantinos Apostolou, Canella Radea, Alexandra Meziti, Konstantinos Ar. Kormas

“…In order to create a stepping stone for future snail microbiome studies, in this literature review, we combined all the available knowledge to date, as documented in scientific papers, on any microbes associated with healthy and diseased terrestrial and aquatic snail species from natural and farmed populations. We conducted a Boolean search in Scopus, Web of Science, and ScienceDirect until June 2024, identifying 137 papers, of which 60 were used for original data on snail bacterial communities in the gastrointestinal tract, hepatopancreas, and feces. …”
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Targeting ferroptosis for improved radiotherapy outcomes in HPV‐negative head and neck squamous cell carcinoma by Joo Kyung Noh, Min Kyeong Lee, Yeonseo Lee, Minji Bae, Soonki Min, Moonkyoo Kong, Jung Woo Lee, Su Il Kim, Young Chan Lee, Seong‐Gyu Ko, Seon Rang Woo, Young‐Gyu Eun

“…Subtype B of the FRGS, characterized by decreased expression of ferroptosis inducers [nuclear receptor coactivator 4 (NCOA4) and natural resistance‐associated macrophage protein 2 homolog/divalent metal transporter 1 (NRAMP2/DMT1)] and increased expression of suppressors [phospholipid hydroperoxide glutathione peroxidase (GPX4) and ferritin heavy chain (FTH1)], was associated with poorer prognosis, potentially indicating the inhibition of ferroptosis. …”
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Meta-Omics Analyses of Conventional and Regenerative Fermented Vegetables: Is There an Impact on Health-Boosting Potential? by Kylene Guse, Qingqing Mao, Chi Chen, Andres Gomez

“…To understand the possible benefits of fermented vegetables under different growing conditions, we compared the microbiomes and metabolomes of three different types of naturally fermented vegetables—carrots, peppers, and radishes—that were grown either under conventional or regenerative growing systems. …”
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Interaction of Predatory Ladybird Beetle, Micraspis discolor with Nilaparvata lugens throughout Paddy Growing Seasons by Alia Natasha Hanifah, Nadia Nisha Musa, Abd Aziz Shamsudin Noraziyah, Salmah Yaakop

“…The Micraspis discolor (Syn=Verania) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) is a successful omnivorous predator in rice ecosystem and functions well as a general biological control for maintaining the population of brown planthopper (BPH) (Nilaparvata lugens), the major rice pest worldwide. Studies of natural enemies’ abundance are necessary to increase the practical use of biological control in agriculture. …”
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Multifactor Analysis of Calibration and Service Quality of the Soil Moisture Sensor Applied in Subgrade Engineering by Ke Xiao, Wen-qi Bai, Si-si Wang

“…The soil is an important natural resource, and its moisture status plays a key role in the strength and stability of the soil structure. …”
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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of the Essential Oils of Two Aromatic Plants Cultivated in Morocco (Cinnamomum cassia and Origanum compactum) by Asmae Chahbi, Saâdiya Nassik, Hamid El Amri, Ahmed Douaik, El Haj El Maadoudi, Mohamed Boukharta, El Mestafa El Hadrami

“…The present study aims to evaluate the antibacterial properties of natural products according to a pharmacodynamic approach in order to propose them as alternatives to synthetic products. …”
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Biochar application to soils can regulate soil phosphorus availability: a review by Lixin Zhang, Lei Chang, Huijia Liu, María de Jesús Puy Alquiza, Yuefen Li

“…Abstract Phosphorus (P) is essential for basic natural processes and can limit the productivity of entire ecosystems. …”
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Molecular and Serological Investigation of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) and Type 4 (EHV-4) in Horses In Ibagué, Tolima by Julieth Michel Petano-Duque, Edwin Urueña-Martinez, Laura Liliana Cabezas-Callejas, Jorge Perilla-Amaya, Valentina Rueda-García, Iang Schroniltgen Rondón-Barragán, Ricaurte Lopera-Vásquez

“…Sex, age, births number, abortions, natural breeding, and artificial insemination did not show significance as risk factors. …”
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