Does an increase in physiological indexes predict better cognitive performance: the PhyCog randomised cross-over protocol in type 2 diabetes by Frederic Dutheil, Guillaume T Vallet, Igor Tauveron, Julien S Baker, Valentin Magnon, Jordan Mille, Valentin Brusseau, Laetitia Silvert, Marie Izaute

“…Physiological testing will involve allostatic load such as heart rate variability, microcirculation, cortisol and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate levels. Sociodemographic and body composition will also be a consideration. …”
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Dual Role of α-MSH in Colitis Progression: Mediating Neutrophil Differentiation via Bone Marrow by Liao X, Liu H, Li Y, Zhang W, Dai Q, Wei H, Zhou J, Xie X, Zhou H

“…This study aims to investigate the alterations in the HPA and its potential roles during IBD development.Methods: We utilized a dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-induced colitis model in mice and employed immunofluorescence, real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), among other techniques, to evaluate the impact of colitis on the HPA. …”
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Fibroblast Growth Factor 21 Deficiency Attenuates Experimental Colitis-Induced Adipose Tissue Lipolysis by Liming Liu, Cuiqing Zhao, Ying Yang, Xiaoxia Kong, Tuo Shao, Li Ren, Xinyu Zhuang, Baishuang Yin, Gerald Dryden, Craig McClain, Weimin Luan, Wenke Feng

“…Mice were given 2.5% dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) ad libitum for 7 days to induce colitis. …”
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Screening of COPD patients using the COPD diagnostic questionnaire and a portable spirometer in primary healthcare institutions: a cross-sectional, diagnostic study by Feng Chen, Qingrong Nie, Xuefeng Han, Chunjuan Li, Qimeng Liu, Feifei Xu, Li Zhang, Le Qiao, Maoxin Li, Ying Zhang, Haiyan Wang

“…COPD was diagnosed based on the forced expiratory volume/forced vital capacity (FEV1/FVC) ratio measured by the conventional spirometer after administration of 400 µg of salbutamol sulfate. An FEV1/FVC ratio of < 70% indicated COPD, while an FEV1/FVC ratio of ≥ 70% was classified as non-COPD. …”
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Adsorptive Removal of Rhodamine B Using Novel Adsorbent-Based Surfactant-Modified Alpha Alumina Nanoparticles by Thi Hai Yen Doan, Thi Phuong Minh Chu, Thi Diu Dinh, Thi Hang Nguyen, Thi Cam Tu Vo, Nhat Minh Nguyen, Bao Huy Nguyen, The An Nguyen, Tien Duc Pham

“…The adsorption of sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) onto synthesized alpha alumina (α-Al2O3) material (M0) at different ionic strengths under low pH was studied to fabricate a new adsorbent as SDS-modified α-Al2O3 material (M1). …”
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Survey of parasitic fauna data from wild animals through coproparasitological diagnosis in Southern Brazil by Julia Somavilla Lignon, Diego Moscarelli Pinto, Tamires Silva dos Santos, Giulia Ribeiro Meireles, Camila Gonçalves da Silveira, Bianca Conrad Bohm, Felipe Geraldo Pappen, Silvia Gonzalez Monteiro, Mauro Pereira Soares, Raqueli Teresinha França, Fábio Raphael Pascoti Bruhn

“…We processed 82 fecal samples from wild animals - including birds, mammals, and reptiles - from cities within the microregion of Pelotas, using the Zinc Sulfate Centrifugal Flotation, Spontaneous Sedimentation and Oocyst Sporulation techniques. …”
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Statistical optimization of pectinases from thermophilic Aspergillus fumigatus BT-4 employing response surface methodology through submerged fermentation using agricultural wastes by Imran Ali, Roheena Abdullah, Sana Saqib, Kinza Nisar, Afshan Kaleem, Mehwish Iqtedar, Irfana Iqbal, Xiaoming Chen

“…The pectinase enzyme was purified through ammonium sulfate precipitation, gel filtration, and ion-exchange chromatography, resulting in a 2.3-fold purification. …”
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RamA upregulates the ATP-binding cassette transporter mlaFEDCB to mediate resistance to tetracycline-class antibiotics and the stability of membranes in Klebsiella pneumoniae by Xiaoyu Zhao, Yixin Zhang, Mohan Ju, Yang Yang, Haoqi Liu, Xiaohua Qin, Qingqing Xu, Min Hao

“…The ramA- and mlaE-knockout strains exhibited greater sensitivity to sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS)-EDTA than the wild-type. Growth of ΔramA cells was severely compromised in 0.25/0.5% SDS and 0.55 mM EDTA, and this sensitivity was restored by complementation with ramA and mlaE. …”
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Influence of sediment additions on the mechanical behavior of fiber-reinforced concrete in aggressive environments by Louafi Goudih, Hamid Sellaf, Benamar Balegh, Ali Meksi, Adda Hadj Mostefa, Mohamed Elamine Dahamni

“…Durability was assessed by exposing the concrete to chemical attacks from hydrochloric acid (HCl), sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄), and sodium sulfate (Na₂SO₄) solutions. Mass loss due to these chemical attacks was also measured. …”
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Methodological validation study of nrCE-SDS for monoclonal antibodies by Xu Gangling, Ni Yongbo, Wu Gang, Fu Zhihao, Yu Chuanfei, Wang Lan

“…Objective To perform methodological validation of non-reduced capillary electrophoresis-sodium dodecyl sulfate (nrCE-SDS) for monoclonal antibodies, providing a reference for the methodological validation of corresponding quality control methods in the industry. …”
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Effect of bromelain on ischemia-reperfusion injury in the torsion model created in polycystic and normal ovarian tissues by Sevgi Ulusoy Tangul, Taylan Onat, Demet Aydoğan Kirmizi, Zuleyha Doganyigit, Emin Kaymak, Aslı Oflamaz, Atilla Şenayli, Salih Somuncu

“…This study aimed to evaluate the damage caused by ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) in the torsion-detorsion model created in normal and polycystic ovarian tissue and investigate the role of bromelain in this damage.MethodsPolycystic ovarian tissue was created by applying dihydroepiandrosterone sulfate to rats. Afterward, a torsion-detorsion model was used for all rats. …”
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Apportioning and Locating PM2.5 Sources Affecting Coastal Cities: Ulsan in South Korea and Dalian in China by Eunhwa Choi, Kwonho Jeon, Young Su Lee, Jongbae Heo, Ilhan Ryoo, Taeyeon Kim, Chuanlong Zhou, Philip K. Hopke, Seung-Muk Yi

“…In Ulsan, three sources (secondary nitrate [SN], secondary sulfate [SS], and traffic) contributed ~83.0% of the PM2.5 mass concentration (23.7 µg m–3) during the heating period. …”
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TNF-α Enhances the Therapeutic Effects of MenSC-Derived Small Extracellular Vesicles on Inflammatory Bowel Disease through Macrophage Polarization by miR-24-3p by Huikang Xu, Jiamin Fu, Lijun Chen, Sining Zhou, Yangxin Fang, Qi Zhang, Xin Chen, Li Yuan, Yifei Li, Zhenyu Xu, Charlie Xiang

“…Hence, we explored the role of tumor necrosis factor α- (TNF-α-) pretreated MenSC-derived small EV (MenSCs-sEVTNF-α) in a mouse model of dextran sulfate sodium- (DSS-) induced colitis, expecting to find better therapeutic alterations. …”
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Analysis of the sensitization activity of Moringa oleifera leaves protein by Juan Lu, Juan Lu, Xiaoxue Liu, Xiaoxue Liu, Wenjie Li, Wenjie Li, Chuyu Xi, Chuyu Xi, Dan Feng, Dan Feng, Shuang Song, Shuang Song

“…The optimal combination of extraction process was: extraction time of 6 h, material-liquid ratio of 1:8, and ammonium sulfate saturation of 60%. The extraction rate of moringa leaf protein under this condition was 14.37 mg/g. …”
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Development of fully-resorption replacement paste-like organic/inorganic artificial bones compatible with bone remodeling cycles by Yuki Kamaya, Shiori Kato, Kazuaki Nakano, Masaki Nagaya, Hiroshi Nagashima, Mamoru Aizawa

“…By incorporating poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) particles as a pore-forming agent and calcium sulfate hemihydrate (CSH) to this CPC, we created an organic/inorganic hybrid cement combining bioresorbability with favorable material properties. …”
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Flavonoids and anthocyanins in seagrasses: implications for climate change adaptation and resilience by Jana Botes, Jana Botes, Xiao Ma, Xiao Ma, Jiyang Chang, Jiyang Chang, Yves Van de Peer, Yves Van de Peer, Yves Van de Peer, Yves Van de Peer, Dave Kenneth Berger, Dave Kenneth Berger

“…These new stresses include increased sulfate levels, changes in salt concentration, changes in herbivore distributions, and ocean acidification, which all involve flavonoids as stress response mechanisms, though the role of flavonoids in combatting these climate change stresses is seldom discussed directly in the literature. …”
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Puerariae Radix protects against ulcerative colitis in mice by inhibiting NLRP3 inflammasome activation by Yu Ga, Yuanyuan Wei, Qingyu Zhao, Yimeng Fan, Yannan Zhang, Zhifang Zhang, Sijia Hao, Lixia Wang, Zhifen Wang, Jinlong Han, Shuang Wu, Zhihui Hao

“…The aims of this study were to investigate the protective effect of PR using the dextran sulfate sodium salt (DSS)-induced UC model in mice and identify molecular mechanisms of PR action. …”
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The effects of PM2.5 components on the cardiovascular disease admissions in Shanghai City, China: a multi- region study by Wanying Su, Heping Liu, Tiantian Han, Yunyun Wang, Yi An, Yan Lin

“…This study aimed to explore the effect of five PM2.5 components ( $$\:{\text{SO}}_{\text{4}}^{\text{2-}}$$ , sulfate; $$\:{\text{NO}}_{\text{3}}^{\text{-}}$$ , nitrate; $$\:{\text{NH}}_{\text{4}}^{\text{+}}$$ , ammonium; OM, organic matter; BC, carbon black) on CVD admission in Shanghai City, identify the susceptible population, and provide clues for the prevention and control of particulate pollution. …”
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Chondroitin Sulphate-Chitosan Based Nanogels Loaded with Naringenin-&beta;-Cyclodextrin Complex as Potential Tool for the Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy: A Formulation Study by Zucca G, Vigani B, Valentino C, Ruggeri M, Marchesi N, Pascale A, Giovilli G, Malavasi L, Sandri G, Rossi S

“…Gaia Zucca,1 Barbara Vigani,1 Caterina Valentino,1 Marco Ruggeri,1 Nicoletta Marchesi,1 Alessia Pascale,1 Giulia Giovilli,2 Lorenzo Malavasi,2 Giuseppina Sandri,1 Silvia Rossi1 1Department of Drug Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, 27100, Italy; 2Department of Chemistry and INSTM, University of Pavia, Pavia, 27100, ItalyCorrespondence: Silvia Rossi; Barbara Vigani, Department of Drug Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Taramelli 12, Pavia, 27100, Italy, Email silvia.rossi@unipv.it; barbara.vigani@unipv.itPurpose: The main purpose of the study was the formulation development of nanogels (NHs) composed of chondroitin sulfate (CS) and low molecular weight chitosan (lCH), loaded with a naringenin-β-cyclodextrin complex (NAR/β-CD), as a potential treatment for early-stage diabetic retinopathy.Methods: Different formulations of NHs were prepared by varying polymer concentration, lCH ratio, and pH and, then, characterized for particle size, zeta potential, particle concentration (particles/mL) and morphology. …”
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Effect of daily alcohol intake on sex hormone levels among postmenopausal breast cancer survivors on aromatase inhibitor therapy: a randomized controlled crossover pilot study by Elizabeth Mostofsky, Julie E. Buring, Steven E. Come, Nadine M. Tung, Cancan Zhang, Kenneth J. Mukamal

“…Compared to daily grape juice, daily wine led to decreases in total estradiol (11.1%, 95%confidence interval[CI] -49.8%,57.2%), free estradiol index (0.7%, 95%CI -2%,0.7%), and free estradiol concentration (7.7%, 95%CI -48%, 63.9%) but increases in estrone (13.8%, 95%CI -9.5%,43.1%), dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS; 11.4%, 95%CI -3.3%,28.4%), and testosterone (12.6%, 95%CI -0.8%,27.7%) and decreased sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG; -2.7%, 95%CI -21.9%,21.2%). …”
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