Synthesis and Characterization of Nonsymmetric Liquid Crystal Dimer Containing Biphenyl and Azobenzene Moiety by S. Sandy Subala, B. Syama Sundar, S. Sreehari Sastry

“…Calamitic liquid crystalline dimer containing azobenzene moiety and a decyloxy biphenyl linked by flexible spacers {4-[7-(4′-decyloxy-biphenyl-4-yloxy)-alkyloxy]-phenyl}-(4-decyl-phenyl)-diazene has been synthesized and characterized by spectroscopic methods. …”
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Retraction Note: Novel and efficient process for the synthesis of 1,3,4 Oxadiazole containing MBX-4132 by Prachi Ramteke, Manjinder Singh Gill

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New Gerbera Daisy Varieties for Large Containers and Flower Gardens by Zhanao Deng

“…ENH1170, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Zhanao Deng, describes six new varieties of this popular brightly colored flower that have been released recently by the UF/IFAS gerbera breeding program — descriptions, powdery mildew resistance, availability, greenhouse production, and plant care in large containers or flower gardens. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, July 2010.     …”
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Crack Initiation Behaviors of Granite Specimens Containing Crossing-Double-Flaws with Different Lengths under Uniaxial Loading by Haiyang Pan, Dawei Yin, Ning Jiang, Zhiguo Xia

“…In this paper, crack initiation behaviors (crack initiation model, crack initiation location, crack initiation angle, and crack initiation stress) of granite specimens containing crossing-double-flaws with different lengths were investigated using PFC2D software. …”
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Spatiotemporal Evolution Characteristics of Fluid Flow through Large-Scale 3D Rock Mass Containing Filling Joints: An Experimental and Numerical Study by Qian Yin, Hongwen Jing, Tantan Zhu, Lizhou Wu, Haijian Su, Liyuan Yu

“…This study analyzes the spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of seepage through a large-scale rock mass containing a filling joint. Firstly, a conceptual model was established to characterize the geomechanical occurrence of a typical water-resistant slab adjacent to a water-bearing structure. …”
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Composition of food supplements containing melatonin available in Portugal by Beatriz Vieira Araújo, Fátima Rato, João Paulo Capela

“…This study aimed to detail the composition of melatonin-containing food supplements, available in Portugal based on their labels, and report the number of potential intoxications. …”
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Calibration of Material Models against TSTM Test for Crack Risk Assessment of Early-Age Concrete Containing Fly Ash by G. M. Ji, T. Kanstad, Ø. Bjøntegaard

“…Within the NOR-CRACK project, extensive test programs were performed to investigate the material properties related to cracking risk of early-age concrete containing mineral additives. In current paper, the advanced modeling of the heat of hydration, volume changes (autogenous shrinkage and thermal dilation) during hardening, the development of mechanical properties (E-modulus, compressive strength, and tensile strength), and creep/relaxation properties are discussed. …”
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Nafion®-Containing Solid Lipid Nanoparticles as a Tool for Anticancer Pt Delivery: Preliminary Studies by Maddalena Sguizzato, Elisabetta Esposito, Marcus Drechsler, Eleonora Gallerani, Riccardo Gavioli, Paolo Mariani, Federica Carducci, Rita Cortesi, Paola Bergamini

“…By 13P-NMR measures, it is here proved that the strongly acidic sulfonic groups of Nafion-containing nanoparticles (NAF) can act as protonating agents for PTA. …”
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Effect of Cordyceps militaris extract containing cordycepin on the adipogenesis and lipolysis of adipocytes by Kazuya Kusama, Kodai Oka, Yumi Yashiro, Kanoko Yoshida, Hiroaki Miyaoka, Kazuhiro Tamura

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Improving the physical and mechanical properties new concrete containing crushed dune sand and demolition waste as coarse aggregate by Noureddine Agha, Abdelkadir Makkani, Ahmed Tafraoui, Said Zaouai

“…Overall, the study suggests that incorporating CS as a partial substitute for cement in SCC containing 100% RCA can positively affect the properties of the concrete mixture, enhancing its mechanical and physical performance. …”
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Contained Left Ventricular Free Wall Rupture following Myocardial Infarction by Arthur Shiyovich, Lior Nesher

“…Here, we report a case of contained left ventricular free wall rupture following myocardial infarction.…”
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tRNA-Uridine Aminocarboxypropyltransferase DTW Domain Containing 2 Suppresses Colon Adenocarcinoma Progression by Yun Qian, Yu-Jiang Li, Yi-Wei Fu, Cui-Xia Liu, Juan Wang, Bin Yang

“…Background. DTW Domain Containing 2 (DTWD2) is a newly identified transfer RNA-uridine aminocarboxypropyltransferase. …”
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Adsorptive Properties of Template-Containing Silica-Based MCM-41 and MCM-50 Materials by F.M. Bobonich, A.S. Kovalenko, Yu.G. Voloshina, A.S. Korchev, V.N. Solomakha, A.P. Philippov, V.G. Il'in

“…A model explaining the peculiarities of the adsorptive properties of the template-containing materials is proposed.…”
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The Argentine Black and White Tegu in South Florida: Population Growth, Spread, and Containment by Rebecca G. Harvey, Frank J. Mazzotti

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Modulating the sulfurization procedure to decrease by-product formation for one-step catalytic synthesis of sulfur-containing chemicals by ZhiZhi Xu, Jian Fang, Min Luo, Dedong He, Dingkai Chen, Jichang Lu, Yongming Luo

“…However, directionally regulating the reaction pathway for synthesizing target sulfur-containing chemicals remain challenging owing to the presence of multiple reactants and the following various competitive side reactions. …”
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Numerical Investigation of Water Film Evaporation with the Countercurrent Air in the Asymmetric Heating Rectangular Channel for Passive Containment Cooling System by Kashuai Du, Po Hu, Zhen Hu

“…Passive containment cooling system (PCCS) is an important passive safety facility in the large advanced pressurized water reactor. …”
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Intermetallic compound layer and fatigue crack evolution of Bi-contained Sn-1.0Ag-0.5Cu solder under thermal aging and thermal fatigue by Junjie Zhao, Jun Wu, Jiayu Zhang, Mingqin Liao, Fengjiang Wang

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Feeding Behavior, Water Intake, and Physiological Parameters of Feedlot Lambs Fed with Diets Containing Babassu Oil Associated with Sunflower Oil Blend by Laryssa V. da Silva, Gleice Kelle S. M. Vilela, Karlyene S. da Rocha, Hactus S. Cavalcanti, Glayciane C. Gois, Francisco Naysson de S. Santos, Fleming S. Campos, Michelle de O. M. Parente, Anderson de M. Zanine, Daniele de J. Ferreira, Tobyas M. de A. Mariz, Danielle de O. Maia, Henrique N. Parente

“…Differences on the respiratory rate (RR) was observed between animals in the control diet and those in the diets containing SO (P=0.001), with a linear increase in RR as the levels of SO in the diets increased (P=0.004). …”
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Study on Rheology Properties, Durability and Microstructure of UHPSCC Contains Garnet, Basalt, and Pozzolan by Alireza Rashno, Mohamadreza Adlparvar, Mohsen Izadinia

“…The first step is the importance of rheology properties of self-compacting concrete, containing the tests of fresh concrete including slump flow, V-funnel test, and L-box test. …”
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Investigation of Reinforced Concrete Column Containing Metakaolin and Fly Ash Cementitious Materials by R. Dharmaraj, Sudhir Singh Bhadauria, K. Mayilsamy, J. Thivya, Alagar Karthick, I. Baranilingesan, V. Mohanavel, M. Muhibbullah, Sameh M. Osman

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