Synthesis and applications of natural fiber‐reinforced epoxy composites: A comprehensive review by Md. Zobair Al Mahmud, S. M. Fazle Rabbi, Md. Didarul Islam, Nayem Hossain

“…The review finds that fiber‐matrix compatibility, fiber orientation, and interfacial adhesion significantly affect the mechanical properties, such as tensile strength and thermal stability. …”
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Treatment of Radiation Bone Injury with Transplanted hUCB-MSCs via Wnt/β-Catenin by Yufeng Zhang, Huaxin Deng, Zhiqiang Yang, Zhe Chen, Sheng Zhang, Yufan Zhu, Min Yang, Houcheng Zhong, Fuling Zhou, Yuanlong Xie, Lin Cai

“…We found that radiation can damage the DNA of osteoblasts; induce apoptosis; reduce the differentiation, migration, and adhesion of osteoblasts, leading to lipogenesis of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) and reducing the source of osteoblasts; and increase the number of osteoclasts in bone tissue, while MSC treatment prevents these changes. …”
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Quercetin attenuates cisplatin-induced fatigue through mechanisms associated with the regulation of the HPA axis and MCP-1 signaling by Cheng-Hung Chuang, Yu-An Tai, Ting-Jing Wu, Ying-Jui Ho, Shu-Lan Yeh, Shu-Lan Yeh

“…The main objective of the present study was to investigate whether quercetin regulates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) signaling, two factors contributing to CRF in mice exposed to cisplatin.MethodsMale BALB/c mice were randomly assigned to the following five groups for 15 weeks: Control, CDDP, CDDP+TAK779 (an antagonist of MCP-1 receptor, human CC chemokine receptor R2 (CCR2)), CDDP+OQ (a diet containing 1% quercetin) and CDDP+IQ (quercetin given by ip, 10 mg/kg, 3 times/week).ResultsThe results first showed that OQ and IQ significantly increased grip strength and locomotor activity, decreased plasma cortisol/corticosterone levels, and decreased the corticotropin releasing hormone (CRH) mRNA level in the brain tissues in mice exposed to CDDP. …”
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In-situ synthesized WC reinforcement phase on microstructural evolution, toughness and tribological properties of Mo2FeB2-based composite coatings fabricated by laser cladding by Hao Zhang, Yang Zhang

“…Additionally, the wear mechanism shifted from adhesive wear to abrasive wear. The study provides the theoretical and practical guidance for improving the wear resistance and service life of Mo2FeB2 coating.…”
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In Situ Gelling Dexamethasone Oromucosal Formulation: Physical Characteristics Influencing Drug Delivery by Daniel Krchňák, Ľudmila Balážová, Michal Hanko, Dominika Žigrayová, Miroslava Špaglová

“…Key findings revealed that HPMC-based formulation containing mint EO and PG exhibited best swelling properties (700 ± 46% after 5 h), adequate adhesiveness and in vitro drug release (34.7 ± 5.9%). …”
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Lysosome and Cytoskeleton Pathways Are Robustly Enriched in the Blood of Septic Patients: A Meta-Analysis of Transcriptomic Data by Jie Ma, Chuanxi Chen, Andreas S. Barth, Chris Cheadle, Xiangdong Guan, Li Gao

“…In contrast, pathways related to “Ribosome”, “Spliceosome” and “Cell adhesion molecules” were found to be downregulated, along with known pathways for immune dysfunction. …”
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Cavity Adaptation of Water-Based Restoratives Placed as Liners under a Resin Composite by Sheela B. Abraham, Maria D. Gaintantzopoulou, George Eliades

“…Cavities were lined with a 1 mm thick layer of each of the tested materials and restored with Optibond FL adhesive and Herculite Precis composite resin. Cavity adaptation of the restorations was investigated by computerized X-ray microtomography. …”
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Establishing a Surgical Procedure for Rhesus Epiretinal Scaffold Implantation with HiPSC-Derived Retinal Progenitors by Ziming Luo, Kang Li, Kaijing Li, Bikun Xian, Ying Liu, Sijing Yang, Chaochao Xu, Zhigang Fan, Shoutao Lu, Haijun Zhang, Jian Ge

“…Second, three methods of scaffold fixation, including adhesion after gas-liquid exchange (n=1), tamponade by hydrogel (n=1), and fixation by retinal tacks (n=4), were performed in rhesus monkeys. …”
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Isoferulic acid facilitates effective clearance of hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae through targeting capsule. by Tingting Wang, Huaizhi Yang, Qiushuang Sheng, Ying Ding, Jian Zhang, Feng Chen, Jianfeng Wang, Lei Song, Xuming Deng

“…In this way, IFA remarkably reduced capsule thickness and impaired hypercapsule-associated hypermucoviscosity phenotype (HMV), thereby significantly sensitizing hvKP to complement-mediated bacterial killing and accelerating host cell adhesion and phagocytosis. Consequently, IFA facilitated effective bacterial clearance and thus remarkably protected mice from lethal hvKP infection, as evidenced by limited bacterial dissemination and a significant improvement in survival rate. …”
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Effects of exogenous selenium application on quality characteristics, selenium speciation, and in vitro bioaccessibility of rice pancakes by Feiran An, Kun Zhuang, Lingling Shangguan, Lan Yao, Jun Dai

“…The results showed significant differences in hardness, adhesiveness, chewiness, porosity, and flavor substances of Se-enriched rice pancakes after adding sodium selenite (p < 0.05). …”
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Cartografía de la frontera bárbara”: las representaciones del Darién a propósito del conflicto entre el Virreinato de Nueva Granada y los Cunas by Nelson Eduardo Rodríguez Hernández

“…La región del Darién era vital para el control administrativo en la América Española, por su ubicación estratégica y la abundancia de recursos, pero la preeminencia de indígenas no sometidos y la injerencia de comerciantes ingleses, complicaban su adhesión. El Virreinato envió expediciones de reconocimiento geográfico materializadas en mapas y relaciones descriptivas que ofrecen información pertinente para conocer la respuesta de los indígenas Cunas en este momento, además de arrojar luces etnohistóricas desde la perspectiva de los funcionarios ilustrados. …”
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Sealing Ability of Endodontic Cements: An In Vitro Study by Amira Kikly, Sabra Jaâfoura, Dorra Kammoun, Saida Sahtout

“…The root canal system must be obturated using a hermetic seal to prevent the penetration of microorganisms and bacterial toxins into the endodontic system. The principles of adhesive dentistry have been increasingly used in endodontics. …”
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Identification and Characterization of Novel Perivascular Adventitial Cells in the Whole Mount Mesenteric Branch Artery Using Immunofluorescent Staining and Scanning Confocal Micro... by Chandra Somasundaram, Rahul K. Nath, Richard D. Bukoski, Debra I. Diz

“…A novel perivascular adventitial cell termed, adventitial neuronal somata (ANNIES) expressing the neural cell adhesion molecule (NCAM) and the vasodilator neuropeptide, calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), exists in the adult rat mesenteric branch artery (MBA) in situ. …”
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High‐Efficiency Flexible GaAs/InGaAs Dual‐Junction Solar Cells Fabricated by Metallic Nanoparticle‐Based Wafer Bonding by Yeongho Kim, Suho Park, Thuy Thi Nguyen, Jiyeon Jeon, Byong Sun Chun, Sang Jun Lee

“…Conventional fabrication techniques for multijunction cells, such as metamorphic epitaxy, direct wafer bonding, and adhesive wafer bonding, are still expensive and produce low yields owing to the use of complex process steps and sophisticated equipment. …”
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The R18 Polyarginine Peptide Is More Effective Than the TAT-NR2B9c (NA-1) Peptide When Administered 60 Minutes after Permanent Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion in the Rat by D. Milani, N. W. Knuckey, R. S. Anderton, J. L. Cross, B. P. Meloni

“…The reduction in infarct volume with R18 and TAT-NR2B9c peptide treatments was mirrored by improvements in one or more functional outcomes (namely, neurological score, adhesive tape removal, and rota-rod), but not to a statistically significant extent. …”
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Giant Pheochromocytoma Diagnosis Confounded by Amphetamine Use by Shreya Amin, Matthew Gilbert, Kaitlyn Barrett

“…CT abdomen identified a 12.5 cm heterogeneously enhancing left adrenal mass. Plasma/urine catecholamine and metanephrine levels were markedly elevated with evidence of elevated serum/urine cortisol. …”
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Effect of Orexin-A on Cortisol Secretion in H295R Cells via p70S6K/4EBP1 Signaling Pathway by Xiaocen Chang, Yuyan Zhao, Lei Guo

“…Our results also indicated that p70S6K and 4EBP1 kinases participated in controlling cortisol secretion via OX1 receptor in H295R cells, which implied important role of p70S6K and 4EBP1 kinases in regulating adrenal function induced by orexin-A.…”
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A New Sutureless Illuminated Macular Buckle Designed for Myopic Macular Hole Retinal Detachment by Ahmed M. Bedda, Ahmed M. Abdel Hadi, Mohamed Lolah, Muhammad S. Abd Al Shafy

“…The buckle used was assembled from a 5 mm wide sponge and a 7 mm wide silicone tire; it was fixed utilizing the sterile topical adhesive Histoacryl Blue (B Braun, TS1050044FP) which polymerizes in seconds upon being exposed to water-containing substances. …”
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Modulation of Inflammatory Reactions by Low-Dose Ionizing Radiation: Cytokine Release of Murine Endothelial Cells Is Dependent on Culture Conditions by Sabine Schröder, Stephan Kriesen, Daniel Paape, Guido Hildebrandt, Katrin Manda

“…IR caused nonlinear dose-dependent effects on secretion of the proinflammatory cytokines KC, MCP-1, and RANTES. The monocyte adhesion was significantly enhanced after IR as well as activation. …”
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Parental perception of male circumcision: a local cross sectional study in a Muslim community by Abdullatif K. Al-Maghlouth, Ossama M. Zakaria

“…Circumcision-related hemorrhage was recognized as the most prevalent circumcision complication, followed by adhesions and infections. Overall, the majority of respondents were aware of the procedure itself, although a respectable percentage of participants (85%) supported the male circumcision. …”
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