Effects of repetitive thermal loads on microstructure and mechanical properties of potassium-doped tungsten alloy as plasma facing material by Hui Wang, Zhuo-Ming Xie, Da-Huan Zhu, Mu-Lan Yu, Yin-Juan Fu, Rui Liu, Xian-Ping Wang, Qian-Feng Fang, Chang-Song Liu, Xue-Bang Wu

“…Plasma-facing materials (PFMs) in fusion reactors are inevitably subjected to severe thermal shocks, making the performance of tungsten (W)-based PFMs under repetitive high thermal loads critical for the long-term stable operation of fusion reactors. …”
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Estimated inpatient malnutrition prevalence, screening tool utilization, and dietitian referral rates across hospitals during extension of phase 2 of More-2-Eat by Yingying Xu, Rachel A. Warren, Shirley M. Peters, Sonya Boudreau, Tina N. Strickland, Mari Somerville, Brenda L. MacDonald, Heather Keller, Leah E. Cahill

“…The Integrated Nutrition Pathway for Acute Care (INPAC) is a validated multi-step algorithm that includes screening using the Canadian Nutrition Screening Tool (CNST) and diagnosis using Subjective Global Assessment (SGA). This study aims to understand (1) the prevalence of inpatient nutrition screening completion, (2) the proportion of at-risk inpatients referred to dietitians, and (3) the malnutrition prevalence among a sample of hospital inpatients. …”
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Comparative effect of boiling, microwave and ultrasonication treatment on microstructure, nutritional and microbial quality of Tofu by Abiola Folakemi Olaniran, Faith Oluwatoyosi Agaja, Oluwatobi Victoria Obayomi, Seno Isidore Ebong, Adekunbi Adetola Malomo, Olubukola David Olaniran, Oluwakemi Christianah Erinle, Stephen Olugbemiga Owa

“…The freshly prepared soymilk was divided into three batches, which were then subjected to different pre-treatment methods, namely: boiling, microwave, and ultrasonication, where the Boiled tofu (BTU) served as the control. …”
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Study on thermal and physiological responses during summer while moving between academic buildings under different walking conditions by Jiahao Yang, Haiyan Li, Zhaosong Fang, Yongcai Li, Fangqi Lu, Tongye Guo, Xiang Zhang, Chang Lin, Jun Lu

“…The findings are as follows: (1) Subjects exposed to short-term sunlight showed an average HR (heart rate) increase of 3.4 beats/min (0.8 m/s), 3.9 beats/min (1.2 m/s), and 4.2 beats/min (1.6 m/s) compared to non-exposed individuals; the maximum Tac (auditory canal temperature) difference was 0.15 °C, and the maximum differences in metabolic rate and heat storage were 14.8 W/m2 and 12.2 W/m2, respectively; (2) Walking speeds should be kept below 2.09 m/s (non-exposed) and 1.53 m/s (expose) to avoid heat risks; (3) There is a discrepancy between the simulated and actual thermal indices. …”
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A lignin-based controlled/sustained release hydrogel by integrating mechanical strengthening and bioactivities of lignin by Bowei Wang, Dingkun Qiu, Yihui Gu, Zhu Shan, Ruonan Shi, Jing Luo, Shuang Qi, Yilin Wang, Bo Jiang, Yongcan Jin

“…The lignin-induced non-covalent bond network (van der Waals force, hydrogen and electrostatic interactions) promoted energy dissipation when the hydrogel was subjected to stretching and compression. This endowed the PVA-CS-L hydrogel with improved tensile (∼36 kPa) and compressive strength (∼900 kPa), as well as compressive toughness (∼9.0 MJ/m3), which were superior to the polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan hydrogel (PVA-CS) (31 kPa, 680 kPa, and 7.5 MJ/m3, respectively). …”
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Correlation between follicle diameter and pre-ovulatory metabolic profile in Bos grunniens by Jiuru Yan, Jiuru Yan, Jiuru Yan, Yuxin Fu, Yuxin Fu, Yuxin Fu, Lan Lan, Huizhu Zhang, Huizhu Zhang, Huizhu Zhang, Ling Huang, Ling Huang, Yaying Wang, Yaying Wang, Xianrong Xiong, Xianrong Xiong, Xianrong Xiong, Shi Yin, Shi Yin, Shi Yin, Jian Li, Jian Li, Jian Li, Honghong He, Honghong He, Honghong He

“…The follicular fluid was collected, 6 replicates per group and subjected to LC–MS assay, combined with multidimensional and unidimensional statistical analyses to screen the differential metabolites between follicles of different sizes. …”
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Edaravone dexborneol alleviates pericyte-mediated fibrosis depositing extracellular matrix through TGF-β1/IL-11 in cerebral small vessel disease by Qingrui Duan, Zhiyang Liu, Yuxuan Xing, Haifeng Huang, Lin Zhu, Jiaxuan Liu, Peikun He, Guixian Ma, Yuhu Zhang, Kun Nie, Yuyuan Gao, Lijuan Wang

“…Methods We constructed the CCH mouse models that were subjected to either PBS or EDB at different concentrations. …”
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Malignancy Risk and Related Factors of Atypia of Undetermined Significance/Follicular Lesion of Undetermined Significance in Thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration by So-hyeon Hong, Hyejin Lee, Min-Sun Cho, Jee Eun Lee, Yeon-Ah Sung, Young Sun Hong

“…Among the 248 nodules subjected to repeated FNA, 49 (20%) nodules were diagnosed again as AUS/FLUS, 123 (50%) were found to be benign, and 47 (19%) were diagnosed as follicular neoplasm, suspicious for malignancy or malignant. …”
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Investigation on the Hydrothermal Condition in Synthesis of Active Matrix from Metakaolin: Physicochemical Properties and Intrinsic Cracking Activities by Farhansyah Yusuf Putra Hudaya, Rezky Oktaviandy Anggaswara, Melia Laniwati Gunawan, Grandprix Thomryes Marth Kadja, I. G. B. N. Makertihartha

“…Subsequently, the active matrix was subjected to a series of analyses, including X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, N2 physisorption, NH3-temperature programmed desorption, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy and thermogravimetry, with the objective of determining its composition, crystal characteristics, surface characteristics, acidity, functional groups, material structure, and thermal characteristics. …”
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A comparative template-switching cDNA approach for HTS-based multiplex detection of three viruses and one viroid commonly found in apple trees by Francisco Mosquera-Yuqui, Daniel Ramos-Lopez, Xiaojun Hu, Yu Yang, Joshua L. Mendoza, Emmanuel Asare, Joshua Habiger, Oscar P. Hurtado-Gonzales, Andres S. Espindola

“…Amplified double-stranded cDNAs were subjected to library preparation using Nanopore SQK-DCS109 and Illumina Nextera XT, and sequenced with MinION and NextSeq2000, respectively. …”
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The Extraordinary Long-lasting Infrared Echo of PS16dtm Reveals an Extremely Energetic Nuclear Outburst by Ning Jiang, Di Luo, Jiazheng Zhu, Roc M. Cutri

“…In addition, the potential for spatially resolving a receding dusty torus after a TDE could also be an exciting subject in the era of advanced IR interferometry.…”
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Development and validation of a LAMP-based method for rapid and reliable detection of Xanthomonas albilineans, the causal agent of sugarcane leaf scald by Moutoshi Chakraborty, Moutoshi Chakraborty, Shamsul Arafin Bhuiyan, Shamsul Arafin Bhuiyan, Simon Strachan, Simon Strachan, Muhammad J. A. Shiddiky, Nam-Trung Nguyen, Rebecca Ford, Rebecca Ford

“…Sugarcane samples from infected plants were subjected to heat lysis, followed by loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP)-based fluorescence and colorimetric quantification within a single microcentrifuge tube.ResultsThe method exhibited exceptional detection sensitivity (detecting as low as 1 cell/μL), reproducibility [with a standard deviation (SD) of <5% for n = 3], and a broad linear dynamic range (10 pM to 1 aM or 107–100 copies/μL, r = 0.99). …”
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The Effects of Krill Oil on mTOR Signaling and Resistance Exercise: A Pilot Study by John Georges, Matthew H. Sharp, Ryan P. Lowery, Jacob M. Wilson, Martin Purpura, Troy A. Hornberger, Flint Harding, James H. Johnson, David M. Peele, Ralf Jäger

“…In double-blind,placebo-controlled study, resistance trained subjects consumed either 3 g krill oil daily or placebo, and each took part in an 8-week periodized resistance training program. …”
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Training Monitoring And Effect Of Training Variables On Wellness Score In Elite Male Fencers by Hatice Yağmur Zengin, Ş. Alpan Cinemre, Enver Yıldırım

“…Subjective measures such as well-being indices may be beneficial to balance fatigue and recovery on the fatigue continuum and awareness of well-being is considered a useful sign for identifying NFOR status. …”
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Acupuncture Modulates Disrupted Whole-Brain Network after Ischemic Stroke: Evidence Based on Graph Theory Analysis by Xiao Han, He Jin, Kuangshi Li, Yanzhe Ning, Lan Jiang, Pei Chen, Hongwei Liu, Yong Zhang, Hua Zhang, Zhongjian Tan, Fangyuan Cui, Yi Ren, Lijun Bai, Yihuai Zou

“…Compared with the healthy subjects, the stroke patients had a decreased normalized small-worldness (σ), global efficiency (Eg), and the mean local efficiency (Eloc) of the whole-brain network in the resting state. …”
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Oral Plaque from Type 2 Diabetic Patients Reduces the Clonogenic Capacity of Dental Pulp-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells by Antonella Bordin, Francesca Pagano, Eleonora Scaccia, Matteo Saccucci, Iole Vozza, Noemi Incerti, Antonella Polimeni, Elena Cavarretta, Isotta Chimenti, Elena De Falco

“…Oral plaque samples were isolated from T2D and non-diabetic subjects with PD. Dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs), derived from the premolar tooth, were conditioned for 21 days with oral plaque samples and tested for their clonogenic ability. …”
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Association Study between Novel CYP26 Polymorphisms and the Risk of Betel Quid-Related Malignant Oral Disorders by Shyh-Jong Wu, Yun-Ju Chen, Tien-Yu Shieh, Chun-Ming Chen, Yen-Yun Wang, Kun-Tsung Lee, Yueh-Ming Lin, Pei-Hsuan Chien, Ping-Ho Chen

“…The CYP26B1 rs3768647 G allele may be associated with oral and pharyngeal cancer (aOR = 3.12) and OPMDs (aOR = 2.23). Subjects with the rs9309462 CT genotype and C allele had an increased risk of oral and pharyngeal cancer (aOR = 9.24 and 8.86, respectively) and OPMDs (aOR = 8.17 and 7.87, respectively). …”
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International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Long-Chain Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids by Ralf Jäger, Jeffery L. Heileson, Sidney Abou Sawan, Broderick L. Dickerson, Megan Leonard, Richard B. Kreider, Chad M. Kerksick, Stephen M. Cornish, Darren G. Candow, Dean M. Cordingley, Scott C. Forbes, Grant M. Tinsley, Tindaro Bongiovanni, Roberto Cannataro, Bill I. Campbell, Shawn M. Arent, Jeffrey R. Stout, Douglas S. Kalman, Jose Antonio

“…The following conclusions represent the official position of the ISSN: Athletes may be at a higher risk for ω-3 PUFA insufficiency.Diets rich in ω-3 PUFA, including supplements, are effective strategies for increasing ω-3 PUFA levels.ω-3 PUFA supplementation, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), has been shown to enhance endurance capacity and cardiovascular function during aerobic-type exercise.ω-3 PUFA supplementation may not confer a muscle hypertrophic benefit in young adults.ω-3 PUFA supplementation in combination with resistance training may improve strength in a dose- and duration-dependent manner.ω-3 PUFA supplementation may decrease subjective measures of muscle soreness following intense exercise.ω-3 PUFA supplementation can positively affect various immune cell responses in athletic populations.Prophylactic ω-3 PUFA supplementation may offer neuroprotective benefits in athletes exposed to repeated head impacts.ω-3 PUFA supplementation is associated with improved sleep quality.ω-3 PUFA are classified as prebiotics; however, studies on the gut microbiome and gut health in athletes are currently lacking.…”
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The Risk Factors for Diabetic Retinopathy in a Chinese Population: A Cross-Sectional Study by Qingmin Sun, Yali Jing, Bingjie Zhang, Tianwei Gu, Ran Meng, Jie Sun, Dalong Zhu, Yaping Wang

“…A total of 352 (33.5% prevalence) subjects were diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy based on our population. …”
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Blockade of TIPE2-Mediated Ferroptosis of Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells Achieves the Full Potential of Combinatory Ferroptosis and Anti-PD-L1 Cancer Immunotherapy by Hafiza Kashaf Tariq, Zihao Liang, Lawan Rabiu, Abdulrahman Ibrahim, Nada Mohamady Farouk Abdalsalam, Rong Li, Qiong Yang, Xiaochun Wan, Dehong Yan

“…Ferroptosis therapy can partially improve the efficacy of ICB, but it is still subject to immune suppression by myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) in the TME. …”
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