Adaptive Autophagy Offers Cardiorenal Protection in Rats with Acute Myocardial Infarction by Zhendong Feng, Han Xue Jiang, Huiyang Chen, Yu Ning Liu, Yahui Wang, Rui Bing Yang, Xueting Han, Chen Hui Xia, Ze Bing Zhu, Hongcai Shang, Aiming Wu, Wei Jing Liu

“…In addition, 3-MA markedly increased KIM1, NGAL, and the activity of caspase-3 in the hypoxic HK-2 and AC16 cell. …”
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Effects of the New Aldose Reductase Inhibitor Benzofuroxane Derivative BF-5m on High Glucose Induced Prolongation of Cardiac QT Interval and Increase of Coronary Perfusion Pressure by C. Di Filippo, B. Ferraro, R. Maisto, M. C. Trotta, N. Di Carluccio, S. Sartini, C. La Motta, F. Ferraraccio, F. Rossi, M. D’Amico

“…The beneficial actions of BF-5m were partly abolished by the pretreatment of the rats with the inhibitor of the sirtuin 1 activity EX527 (10 mg/kg/day/7 days i.p.) prior to perfusion of the hearts with high glucose + BF-5m (0.1 μM). …”
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PLUNC downregulates the expression of PD-L1 by inhibiting the interaction of DDX17/β-catenin in nasopharyngeal carcinoma by Ranran Feng, Yilin Guo, Meilin Chen, Ziying Tian, Yijun Liu, Su Jiang, Jieyu Zhou, Qingluan Liu, Xiayu Li, Wei Xiong, Lei Shi, Songqing Fan, Guiyuan Li, Wenling Zhang

“…In NPC cells, we verified the relationship of PD-L1, activating transcription factor 3 (ATF3), and β-catenin by western blot and immunofluorescence. …”
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Characterization and genomic analysis of a Herelleviridae bacteriophage UHP46 infecting mastitis-causing Staphylococcus aureus by Sara Najeeb, Imran Khan, Javed Muhammad, Muhammad Jahangir, Iqbal Ahmad Alvi, Anza Abbas, Aman Ullah, Arif Ullah, Wajiha Sajjad, Hashir Khan, Amjad Khan, Amjad Khan

“…One-step growth curve analysis indicated latent period of approximately 20 mins and burst size of about 27 progeny/cell. …”
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Remote photobiomodulation ameliorates behavioral and neuropathological outcomes in a rat model of repeated closed head injury by Chongyun Wu, Meng Li, Zhe Chen, Shu Feng, Qianting Deng, Rui Duan, Timon Cheng-Yi Liu, Luodan Yang

“…Abstract Repeated closed-head injuries (rCHI) from activities like contact sports, falls, military combat, and traffic accidents pose a serious risk due to their cumulative impact on the brain. …”
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ARBUSCULAR MYCORIRRHIZAL RESPONSE OF FIVE OLIVE (OLEA EUROPAEA L.) INTRODUCED TO AN ARID ZONE IN ALGERIA by Bouabdelli Zahra Robã, Doghbage Abdelghafour, Hafidh Zemour, Walid Soufan, Fathi Abdellatif Belhouadjeb

“…The study area was characterized by alkaline and saline soils, a moderate level of organic matter, high levels of total and active calcium carbonates, low level of available phosphorus and a sandy loamy texture. …”
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Trophic transfer of arsenic in the food chain from selected crops grown in long-term wastewater contaminated soil by Mudasra Munir, Kafeel Ahmad, Zafar Iqbal Khan, Shahzad Akhtar, Muhammad Nadeem, Asma Ashfaq, Mohammad Faisal, Abdulrahman A. Alatar, Hafiza Mamona Nazir, Ifra Saleem Malik

“…The study highlights that human activities have intensified metal pollution in the area, necessitating immediate cessation of such practices. …”
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Advanced analysis of soil pollution in southwestern Ghana using Variational Autoencoders (VAE) and positive matrix factorization (PMF) by Raymond Webrah Kazapoe, Daniel Kwayisi, Seidu Alidu, Samuel Dzidefo Sagoe, Aliyu Ohiani Umaru, Ebenezer Ebo Yahans Amuah, Millicent Obeng Addai, Obed Fiifi Fynn

“…As (9.68 mg/L), and Pb (7.43 mg/L) reported elevated levels across the area linked to mining activities. The PTEs displayed a decreasing trend in the order Ba > Cr > V > Zn > Cu > Ni > As > Pb > Co. …”
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Lnc-EST885 promotes hepatocellular carcinoma metastasis through PI3K / AKT pathway by interaction with TRAF4 by Shaoliang Zhu, Gang Wang, Yuxuan Zhang, Mengjie Zou, Zhi Li, Shenhong Qu, Xiaosu Zou, Wenqian Nong, Weiwei Miao, Qicong Chen, Juanmei Mo, Huibing Chen, Lequn Li, Xiaofeng Dong, Honglin Luo

“…Mechanistic studies have revealed that lnc-EST885 can bind to the TRAF4 protein, activating the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway, thereby promoting the proliferation, migration, and EMT capability of liver cancer cells, contributing to the malignant phenotype of HCC. …”
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Genome analysis of Bifidobacterium adolescentis and investigation of its effects on inflammation and intestinal barrier function by Bo Li, Bo Li, Haoyu Wang, Haoyu Wang, Haoyu Wang, Mengmeng Wang, Mengmeng Wang, Hewei Liang, Hewei Liang, Hewei Liang, Tongyuan Hu, Tongyuan Hu, Tongyuan Hu, Jinlong Yang, Jinlong Yang, Jinlong Yang, Shangyong Li, Xinbi You, Xinbi You, Xinbi You, Binbin Xia, Binbin Xia, Binbin Xia, Yue Yuan, Yue Yuan, Yuanqiang Zou, Yuanqiang Zou, Yinglei Miao, Yinglei Miao, Yang Sun, Yang Sun, Yang Sun

“…Genomic analysis highlighted the probiotic attributes of B. adolescentis AF91-08b2A, including resistance to antibiotics and stress, and metabolic pathways related to energy and carbohydrate metabolism, which are likely to enhance its therapeutic efficacy. In DSS-induced mice colitis model, the strain significantly enhanced the disease activity index (DAI), curbed weight loss, and attenuated colonic damage. …”
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Development of a patient reported outcome instrument for chronic sialadenitis by Fatemeh Ramazani, Amr Hamour, Caroline C. Jeffery, Vincent Biron, Yaser Alrajhi, Daniel O’Connell, David W. J. Côté

“…Lastly, the questionnaire was completed in Phase IV by cognitive interviewing of five new chronic sialadenitis patients; ensuring ease of understanding and clarity. …”
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Feedback loop centered on MAF1 reduces blood–brain barrier damage in sepsis-associated encephalopathy by Xuebiao Wei, Wenqiang Jiang, Zhonghua Wang, Yichen Li, Yuanwen Jing, Yongli Han, Linqiang Huang, Shenglong Chen

“…Interference with forkhead box O1 (FOXO1) inhibited MAF1 expression and activated the RIG-I/IRF3 signaling pathway, while MAF1 overexpression promoted PTEN expression, decreased cell apoptosis, and normalized autophagy. …”
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Demographic and Dietary Determinants of the Association between Dietary Fiber Intake and Obesity in Japanese Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study (JDDM 78) by Efrem d'Ávila Ferreira, Mariko Hatta, Laymon Khin, Izumi Ikeda, Mizuki Takeuchi, Yasunaga Takeda, Sakiko Yoshizawa Morikawa, Chika Horikawa, Noriko Kato, Hiroshi Maegawa, Kazuya Fujihara, Hirohito Sone

“…In men, higher fiber intake was associated with healthier lifestyle behaviors, including increased physical activity (p < 0.001) and non-smoking (p < 0.001), with stronger associations compared to women. …”
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Systematic evaluation of intratumoral and peripheral BCR repertoires in three cancers by Sofia V Krasik, Ekaterina A Bryushkova, George V Sharonov, Daria S Myalik, Elizaveta V Shurganova, Dmitry V Komarov, Irina A Shagina, Polina S Shpudeiko, Maria A Turchaninova, Maria T Vakhitova, Igor V Samoylenko, Dimitr T Marinov, Lev V Demidov, Vladimir E Zagaynov, Dmitriy M Chudakov, Ekaterina O Serebrovskaya

“…We demonstrated that draining LNs are differentially involved in the interaction with the tumor site, and that significant heterogeneity exists even between different parts of a single lymph node (LN). …”
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Computer-Aided Construction and Evaluation of Poly-L-Lysine/Hyodeoxycholic Acid Nanoparticles for Hemorrhage and Infection Therapy by Qin Qin, Wenxing Wu, Ling Che, Xing Zhou, Diedie Wu, Xiaohui Li, Yumin Yang, Jie Lou

“…Antibacterial assays revealed strong activity against <i>E. coli</i> and <i>S. aureus</i>. …”
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A New Device Improves Signs and Symptoms of TMD by Ruggero Cattaneo, Davide Pietropaoli, Barry C. Cooper, Dino Capparè, Eleonora Ortu, Annalisa Monaco

“…This characteristic makes it particularly useful for rehabilitation of patients with not enough space for construction of conventional orthotics or neuromuscular bites.…”
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Arthroscopic Bankart repair augmented with glenoid bone dry allograft by Thomas Boissinot, MD, Antoine Baltassat, MD, Hugo Barret, MD, Mathieu Girard, MD, Pierre Mansat, MD, PhD, Nicolas Bonnevialle, MD, PhD

“…Clinical assessment was based on active range of motion, shoulder apprehension test, as well as Walch-Duplay Score, Rowe Score, and Subjective Shoulder Value. …”
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Systemic Inflammatory Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury, Femur Fracture, and Shock: An Experimental Murine Polytrauma Model by C. Probst, M. J. Mirzayan, P. Mommsen, C. Zeckey, T. Tegeder, L. Geerken, M. Maegele, A. Samii, M. van Griensven

“…We describe the effects of a combined injury with respect to lymphocyte population and cytokine activation. Methods. 45 male C57BL/6J mice (mean weight 27 g) were anesthetized with ketamine/xylazine. …”
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Oxytocin ameliorates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute orchitis model: interplay of oxidative stress and inflammatory pathways by Mohamed El-Sherbiny, Hany A. Elkattawy, Shimaa Hadhoud, Ahmed N. Nasr, Ateya M. Ibrahim, Ateya M. Ibrahim, Omar Z. Ameer, Noorhan Alsaleebi, Joud Asfari, Madaniah O. Zakari, Moaz A. Mojaddidi, Ehab K. Ali, Hailah M. Almohaimeed, Ahmed Abdeen, Sahar K. Ali, Mamdouh Eldesoqui, Mamdouh Eldesoqui

“…This therapeutic potential of OXY might be accounted for by its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiapoptotic activities.…”
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High-z Stellar Masses Can Be Recovered Robustly with JWST Photometry by R. K. Cochrane, H. Katz, R. Begley, C. C. Hayward, P. N. Best

“…We demonstrate that these trends arise due to the SED fitting code poorly modeling the impact of strong emission lines on broadband photometry. …”
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