The effects of an acute Tai Chi on emotional memory and prefrontal cortex activation: a fNIRS study by Haining Wang, Haining Wang, Yujiang Guo, Yujiang Guo, Hao Fan, Zhihao Chen, Zhihao Chen, Shumeng Liu, Longfei Zhao, Yonggang Shi

“…In contrast, cycling improved positive emotional memory accuracy to a lesser extent, while the control group showed no significant changes.ConclusionTai Chi, compared to cycling and rest, significantly enhanced positive emotional memory and L-DLPFC activation. These findings highlight the unique potential of Tai Chi to improve emotional memory through increased cortical activation, suggesting its effectiveness as a cognitive-emotional intervention.…”
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HOXB8 mediates resistance to cetuximab in colorectal cancer cells through activation of the STAT3 pathway by Yunan Liang, Han Lin, Zongsheng Jiang, Qi Zhao, Ri Cui, Shaotang Li

“…By comparing drug-sensitive cell lines (SW48) with drug-resistant cell lines (HCT116, CACO2), we discovered that HOXB8 was substantially expressed in cetuximab-resistant cell lines, and furthermore, in drug-resistant cell lines (HCT116, CACO2), HOXB8 knockdown increased the cytotoxicity of cetuximab via blocking the signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) signaling pathway. …”
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Observational study: effect of varying transport durations and feed withdrawal on the physiological status and health of dairy calves by Luca L. van Dijk, Susanne Siegmann, Niamh L. Field, Katie Sugrue, Cornelis G. van Reenen, Eddie A. M. Bokkers, Muireann Conneely, Gearoid Sayers

“…Abstract Long-distance transport and associated fasting of unweaned calves have the potential to compromise the animals’ welfare. …”
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Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate (LAE): Antimicrobial Activity of LAE-Coated Film for the Packaging of Raw Beef and Pork by Erica Tirloni, Cristian Bernardi, Simone Stella

“…In the first trial, LAE-coated packaging was applied to test its activity towards the natural meat microflora over a period of 24 days at 6-7°C. …”
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Effect of Oil Content and Emulsifier Type on the Properties and Antioxidant Activity of Sea Buckthorn Oil-in-Water Emulsions by Hongxia Zheng, Like Mao, Jingyi Yang, Chenyu Zhang, Song Miao, Yanxiang Gao

“…The antioxidant property of the emulsions was expressed as their DPPH radical scavenging activity. The emulsions processed at lower pressure or contained higher oil content had higher DPPH radical scavenging activity. …”
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Comparison of Brain Activation Between Different Modes of Motor Acquisition: A Functional Near‐Infrared Study by Meng‐Hsuan Tsou, Pei‐Yun Chen, Yi‐Ting Hung, Yong‐Wei Lim, Shiuan‐Ling Huang, Yan‐Ci Liu

“…Results ME showed significant activation in bilateral PMC, M1, and right SMA, with higher activation in the contralateral M1. …”
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Enhancement of in vitro antitumour activity of epirubicin in HER2+ breast cancer cells using immunoliposome formulation by Farnaz Khaleseh, Abbas Hemmati Azandaryani, Fatemeh Fathian Kolahkaj, Mozafar Khazaei, Katayoun Derakhshandeh

“…Abstract Epirubicin (EPI) is one of the potent breast cancer (BC) chemotherapeutic agents, but its adverse effects limit its efficacy. Herein, EPI was selected to be loaded in liposomal carrier, which has been targeted by a monoclonal antibody, Herceptin. …”
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The Current Status of Administrative and Legal Regulation of the Activities of Specially Authorized Entities in the Field of Combating Corruption in Ukraine by V. І. Strelianyi

“…It has been determined that either the National Police of Ukraine or its separate agencies are not specially authorized entities in the field of combating corruption. …”
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Antimicrobial activity of adipose-derived mesenchymal stromal cell secretome against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus by Fatimah Shaaban, Elie Salem Sokhn, Charbel Khalil, Fatima A. Saleh

“…Abstract Background Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is still a growing concern in the field of antimicrobial resistance due to its resistance to conventional antibiotics and its association with high mortality rates. …”
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Use of ATR-FTIR Spectroscopy and Chemometrics for the Variation of Active Components in Different Harvesting Periods of Lonicera japonica by Yun-Chu Zhang, Jing Deng, Xiu-Lian Lin, Ya-Mei Li, Han-Xuan Sheng, Bo-Hou Xia, Li-Mei Lin

“…Lonicera japonica Thunb is a commonly used Chinese herbal medicine, which belongs to the family Caprifoliaceae. The active components varied greatly during bud development. …”
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Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles Using Plant Leaf Extract of Catha edulis and Its Antibacterial Activity by Worku Wubet Andualem, Fedlu Kedir Sabir, Endale Tsegaye Mohammed, Hadgu Hailekiros Belay, Bedasa Abdisa Gonfa

“…Moreover, the antimicrobial activities of different concentrations of CuO NPs synthesized using Catha edulis extract were also tested. …”
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Ride Performance Analysis of Half-Car Model for Semi-Active System Using RMS as Performance Criteria by S.I. Ihsan, M. Ahmadian, Waleed F. Faris, E.D. Blancard

“…A half-car two degree-of-freedom model of semi-active control scheme is analyzed and compared with the conventional passive suspension system. …”
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Security Risk Analysis of Active Distribution Networks with Large-Scale Controllable Loads under Malicious Attacks by Jiaqi Liang, Yibei Wu, Jun’e Li, Xiong Chen, Heqin Tong, Ming Ni

“…Considering the factors of cyber attacks, we propose a control model and cyber attack model in active distribution networks (ADNs). And, three types of attacks that the target suffered are defined on the basis of “on” and “off” modes for control. …”
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Comparison between Hyperspectral Imaging and Chemical Analysis of Polyphenol Oxidase Activity on Fresh-Cut Apple Slices by Luna Shrestha, Boris Kulig, Roberto Moscetti, Riccardo Massantini, Elke Pawelzik, Oliver Hensel, Barbara Sturm

“…The aim of this study was to investigate the suitability of HSI in the visible and near-infrared (VIS-NIR) range for indirect assessment of PPO activity of fresh-cut apple slices. Apple slices of two cultivars (cv. …”
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OGG1 and MUTYH repair activities promote telomeric 8-oxoguanine induced senescence in human fibroblasts by Mariarosaria De Rosa, Ryan P. Barnes, Ariana C. Detwiler, Prasanth R. Nyalapatla, Peter Wipf, Patricia L. Opresko

“…Preventing BER initiation suppresses PARylation and confers resistance to the synergistic effects of PARP inhibitors on 8oxoG-induced senescence. However, OGG1 activity is essential for preserving cell growth after chronic telomeric 8oxoG formation, whereas MUTYH promotes senescence to prevent chromosomal instability from unrepaired damage. …”
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In Vitro Antibacterial and Antibiofilm Activity of Lippia alba Essential Oil, Citral, and Carvone against Staphylococcus aureus by Emanuela Mesquita Porfírio, Hider Machado Melo, Antônio Matheus Gomes Pereira, Theodora Thays Arruda Cavalcante, Geovany Amorim Gomes, Mário Geraldo de Carvalho, Renata Albuquerque Costa, Francisco Eduardo Aragão Catunda Júnior

“…In vitro antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of the Lippia alba essential oil and its major components (citral and carvone) against Staphylococcus aureus were investigated. …”
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The active layer soils of Greenlandic permafrost areas can function as important sinks for volatile organic compounds by Yi Jiao, Magnus Kramshøj, Cleo L. Davie-Martin, Bo Elberling, Riikka Rinnan

“…Results show that these soils can actively function as sinks of these compounds, despite their different physiochemical properties. …”
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Improved Algorithm for Gradient Vector Flow Based Active Contour Model Using Global and Local Information by Jianhui Zhao, Bingyu Chen, Mingui Sun, Wenyan Jia, Zhiyong Yuan

“…Active contour models are used to extract object boundary from digital image, but there is poor convergence for the targets with deep concavities. …”
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Increases in vegetation cover increase response more to climate change than to human activities in the Baiyangdian watershed by Jiashan Gao, Jianying Yang

“…Baiyangdian watershed is located in the upstream of Xiongan New Area, and as an important ecological source of the new area, its vegetation cover status has an important impact on the environmental quality and ecological health of the new area. …”
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Kin Association During Nest Founding in the Bee Exoneura Bicolor: Active Discrimination, Philopatry and Familiar Landmarks by Michael P. Schwarz, Mark W. Blows

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