Screening of powdery mildew resistant barley accessions from Ethiopia for tolerance to abiotic stressors by R. A. Abdullaev, O. V. Yakovleva, I. A. Kosareva, E. E. Radchenko, B. A. Batasheva

“…Of particular value are genotypes that combine resistance to harmful organisms and environmental stressors.Materials and methods. …”
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The role of mixed orchards in carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation in a Mediterranean island environment by Sotiroula Ioannidou, Sotiroula Ioannidou, Vassilis D. Litskas, Menelaos Stavrinides, Ioannis N. Vogiatzakis, Ioannis N. Vogiatzakis

“…A species/geographically-specific equation (M1), a genus-specific (M2), a genus/geographically-specific forest equation (M3), two generalized forest allometric equations (M4 and M5) and a generalized agricultural landscape equation (M6) were compared and yielded an average of 15.42, 10.80, 11.39, 6.12, 6.66, and 9.88 Mg C ha−1, respectively. Organic and conventional orchards at the same productive stage did not differ significantly from each other in CO2 sequestration (CO2seq) per tree per year (10.42 and 10 kg CO2eq, respectively). …”
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Clinical Recommendations of the Russian Gastroenterological Association and Association of Coloproctologists of Russia by V. T. Ivashkin, I. V. Maev, Yu. A. Shelygin, E. K. Baranskaya, S. S. Belous, E. A. Belousova, A. G. Beniashvili, S. V. Vasilyev, A. V. Veselov, E. G. Grigoryev, N. V. Kostenko, V. N. Kashnikov, V. F. Kulikovskiy, I. D. Loranskaya, O. S. Lyashenko, E. A. Poluektova, V. G. Rumyantsev, V. M. Timerbulatov, O. Yu. Fomenko, D. A. Khubezov, E. Yu. Chashkova, G. I. Chibisov, M. V. Shapina, A. A. Sheptulin, O. S. Shifrin, A. S. Trukhmanov, O. P. Alekseeva, S. A. Alekseenko, A. Yu. Baranovsky, O. Yu. Zolnikova, N. V. Korochanskaya, S. N. Mammayev, I. B. Khlynov, V. V. Tsukanov

“…Similar to other functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, IBS can be diagnosed basing on the patient symptoms compliance with Rome IV criteria, provided the absence of potentially symptom-causative organic GI diseases. Due to challenging differential diagnosis, IBS can be appropriately established per exclusionem, with pre-examination as follows: general and biochemical blood tests; tissue transglutaminase IgA/IgG antibody tests; thyroid hormones test; faecal occult blood test; hydrogen glucose/ lactulose breath test for bacterial overgrowth; stool test for enteric bacterial pathogens and Clostridium difficile A/B toxins; stool calprotectin test; abdominal ultrasound; OGDS, with biopsy as appropriate; colonoscopy with biopsy. …”
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Model Evaluation and Uncertainty Analysis of PM2.5 Components over Pearl River Delta Region Using Monte Carlo Simulations by Qian Wu, Xiao Tang, Lei Kong, Zirui Liu, Duohong Chen, Miaomiao Lu, Huangjian Wu, Jin Shen, Lin Wu, Xiaole Pan, Jie Li, Jiang Zhu, Zifa Wang

“…Abstract Sulfate, nitrate, ammonium, organic carbon (OC) and black carbon (BC) are the key components of PM2.5, but predicting their concentrations remains a challenge because of high uncertainties in the modeling. …”
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High-performance electrochemical sensor based on Pt-Ag@Cu-BDC MOF composite modified glassy carbon electrode for detection of imidacloprid in citrus juice and water samples by Fariba Hasani, Jahan Bakhsh Raoof, Reza Ojani, Milad Ghani

“…Accordingly, we prepared Pt-Ag@Cu-metal organic framework (MOF) as a novel nanocomposite to construct a sensitive electrochemical sensor for voltammetric determination of imidacloprid (IMI). …”
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The impact of market orientation on the performance of MSMEs operating in technology parks: The role of market dynamism by Anna Wójcik-Karpacz, Jarosław Karpacz, Joanna Rudawska

“…Originality and value: Our research carried out at MSMEs operating in technology parks in Poland enriches and supplements knowledge about market orientation as a phenomenon of universal character because it also applies to smaller sized business organizations…”
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Endocan Levels in Peripheral Blood Predict Outcomes of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome by Ling Tang, Ying Zhao, Daoxin Wang, Wang Deng, Changyi Li, Qi Li, Shicong Huang, Chang Shu

“…Moreover, endocan can predict the multiple-organ dysfunction of ARDS. Conclusion. Endocan is a promising biomarker to predict the disease severity and mortality in patients with ARDS.…”
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Microplastic pollution of the Zrafshan river tributary in Samarkand and Navoi regions of the Republic of Uzbekistan by Alijon Khusanov, Ozodbek Sabirov, Yulia Frank, Danil Vorobev, Egor Vorobev, Svetlana Rakhmatullina, Sherzodbek Tashbaev, Sarvinoz Mamatkarimova, Abdumukhtar Yakhyoyev, Mukhammadyusuf Juraev, Ilyas Isakov, Dilyor Karimjonov, Islomjon Zokirov, Ikrom Abdullaev

“…Laboratory processing included oxidation of organic matter with hydrogen peroxide and separation of plastic particles by density separation. …”
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Metal–Salen‐Incorporated conjugated microporous polymers as robust artificial leaves for solar‐driven reduction of atmospheric CO2 with H2O by Wei Wu, Zhaocen Dong, Mantao Chen, Waner Li, An Liao, Qing Liu, Yachao Zhang, Zhixin Zhou, Chao Zeng, Xuezhong Gong, Chunhui Dai

“…Under air atmosphere and simulated solar light (100 mW cm−2), TEPT‐Zn shows an excellent CO yield of 304.96 μmol h−1 g−1 with a selectivity of approximately 100%, which represents one of the best results in terms of organic photocatalysts for gas‐phase CO2 photoreduction so far. …”
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The beneficial effects of Tartary buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum Gaertn.) on diet-induced obesity in mice are related to the modulation of gut microbiota composition by Yiming Zhou, Haoyu Lu, Shen Zhao, Beibei Yan, Hong Wang, Xiaoli Zhou, Ying Xiao

“…Tartary buckwheat protein (FGP), Tartary buckwheat resistant starch (FGS) and Tartary buckwheat flour (FGF) alleviated organ damage in mice and lowered the atherosclerotic index (AI) in plasma. …”
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Effect of copper ions on the associations of <i>Azospirillum</i> bacteria with wheat seedlings (<i>Triticum aestivum</i> L.) by A. Yu. Muratova, E. V. Lyubun, S. N. Golubev, O. V. Turkovskaya

“…Whether plant–microbial complexes are used successfully depends on the knowledge of how specific organisms interact with heavy metals. We evaluated the effect of copper ions on common wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) inoculated with three plant-growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) of the genus Azospirillum. …”
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Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Patients with Chronic Liver Diseases by Yingying Zhao, Huichun Xing, Xiaomei Wang, Weini Ou, Hong Zhao, Ben Li, Yue Li, Ying Duan, Liwei Zhuang, Wei Li, Danying Cheng, Min Quan, Yu Zhang, Shibo Ji

“…In addition to growing DM populations, DM complications are involving injuries to more organs, such as the heart and cerebral vessel damage. …”
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Assessing carbon emissions of facility agriculture involving photovoltaic greenhouses – insights from table grapes cultivation by Yichun Li, Shuyue Li, Yaru Luo, Xuecai Wang, Hengcheng Zhang, Yuquan W. Zhang, Shiren Song

“…Moreover, improved greenhouse utilizing photovoltaic power (1.26 × 103kgCO2-eq/mu-year) exhibits higher carbon emissions, however with lower levels of environmental toxicity due to utilizing grapevines for organic fertilizers. Thus, simple greenhouse grapes would score best if considering carbon emissions only, while the improved greenhouse model holds greater potential as a form of modernized facility-based agriculture. …”
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Evaluation of the Effect of Probiotic Bacillus coagulans Unique IS2 on Mutans Streptococci and Lactobacilli Levels in Saliva and Plaque: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Control... by M. Ratna Sudha, Jayanthi Neelamraju, M. Surendra Reddy, Manoj Kumar

“…Background. Probiotic organisms are known to reduce caries causing microorganisms mutans streptococci and lactobacilli. …”
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Fruit Volatile Fingerprints Characterized among Four Commercial Cultivars of Thai Durian (Durio zibethinus) by Wattana Aschariyaphotha, Chalermchai Wongs-Aree, Kitti Bodhipadma, Sompoch Noichinda

“…The present study compared the volatile profiles from 3 Thai commercial cultivars of “Kanyao,” “Chanee,” and “Monthong” compared to “Chanthaburi 1”, and the relationships of the cultivars were organized using the volatile fingerprints. Out of 41 volatile compounds detected by SPME/GC-MS in ripe durian flesh, 33 compounds were esters, but only 14 esters were found in “Chanthaburi 1.” …”
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Portable Gas Analyzer Based on Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer for Patrolling and Examining Gas Exhaust by Yuntao Liang, Xiaojun Tang, Xuliang Zhang, Fuchao Tian, Yong Sun, Haozhe Dong

“…Aimed at monitoring emission of organic gases such as CH4, C2H6, C3H8, iso-C4H10, n-C4H10, C2H4, C3H6, C2H2, CO, and CO2, from coal mines, petroleum refineries, and other plants, a Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) spectrometer was used to develop a portable gas analyzer for patrolling and examining gas exhaust. …”
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Microbiological Quality and Risk Assessment for Aflatoxins in Groundnuts and Roasted Cashew Nuts Meant for Human Consumption by Modupeade Christianah Adetunji, Ogechi Precious Alika, Ngozi Precious Awa, Olusegun Oladimeji Atanda, Mulunda Mwanza

“…This calls for mitigation measures from appropriate governmental organizations.…”
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Microplastics as persistent and vectors of other threats in the marine environment: Toxicological impacts, management and strategical roadmap to end plastic pollution by Sameh S. Ali, Mohammed Hussein M. Alsharbaty, Rania Al-Tohamy, Michael Schagerl, Majid Al-Zahrani, Michael Kornaros, Jianzhong Sun

“…An increase in the death rate, a decrease in the rate of growth, and a reduction in the quantity of food ingested were the primary changes that occurred in marine organisms. The hydrophobic properties of MPs enable them to facilitate the formation of biofilms, which are referred to as the plastisphere. …”
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Impacts of continuous cropping on soil fertility, microbial communities, and crop growth under different tobacco varieties in a field study by Hao Xia, Chaoqiang Jiang, Muhammad Riaz, Fei Yu, Qing Dong, Yifeng Yan, Chaolong Zu, Chuyue Zhou, Jitao Wang, Jia Shen

“…Our results revealed that soil available nutrients and organic matter were decreased in obstacle soil compared to normal soil. …”
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Impact of COVID-19 on the qualitative and quantitative aspect of household solid waste by O. Ouhsine, A. Ouigmane, El. Layati, B. Aba, R. Isaifan, M. Berkani

“…Thus, the results showed that the quantity of organic fractions had decreased in the domestic waste with the appearance of other fractions such as residues of cleaning products. …”
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