The multifaceted role of the inferior colliculus in sensory prediction, reward processing, and decision-making by Xinyu Du, Haoxuan Xu, Peirun Song, Yuying Zhai, Hangting Ye, Xuehui Bao, Qianyue Huang, Hisashi Tanigawa, Zhiyi Tu, Pei Chen, Xuan Zhao, Josef P Rauschecker, Xiongjie Yu

“…This research highlights a more complex role for the IC than traditionally understood, showcasing its integral role in cognitive and sensory processing and emphasizing its importance in integrated brain functions.…”
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A single-cell RNA-seq dataset of synovial fluid from rheumatoid arthritis treated with TNF-α/JAK inhibitor by Chenjia He, Zhixiang Ren, Xuyang Xia, Zhinan Xue, Feng Zhang, Maoxiang Qian, Yang Shu, Geng Yin, Qibing Xie, Heng Xu

“…Moreover, the single-cell impact of TNF-α and JAK inhibitors on RA remains poorly understood, hindering effects toward precision medicine for RA. Here, we present a comprehensive scRNA-seq analysis of synovial fluid samples of RA patients treated with tofacitinib or adalimumab, both pre- and post-treatment. …”
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Anti-Markovnikov hydroallylation reaction of alkenes via scandium-catalyzed allylic C‒H activation by Shiyu Wang, Lichao Ning, Tao Mao, Yuqiao Zhou, Maoping Pu, Xiaoming Feng, Shunxi Dong

“…Abstract Compared with rare-earth (RE)…heteroatom interaction, RE…π interaction, frequently used in facilitating regio- and stereoselectivity of olefin polymerizations, is seldomly used to trigger catalytic C − H functionalization. Here, we describe a direct anti-Markovnikov hydroallylation reaction of styrene derivatives with 1-aryl-2-alkyl alkenes and α-alkenes by use of RE…π interaction. …”
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An Injectable PEG/Diacerein‐Based Anti‐Inflammatory Hydrogel for Promoting Cartilage Regeneration: An In Vivo Study by Jing Mi, Linghui Meng, Yutian Wang, Huanyu Zhang, Jing Jin, Jianhao Huang, Jingwei Lu, Pu Ying, Lan Li

“…By crosslinking poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylate, four‐arm polyethylene glycol‐functionalized diacerein, hyaluronic acid, and polydopamine, an injectable hydrogel with superior properties is achieved. …”
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Physicochemical properties and health benefits of resistant starch, resistant dextrin, and polydextrose: Similarities and differences by Ke Dong, Caroline Perreau, Clémentine Thabuis, Shiyao Yu, Jovin Hasjim

“…This review compares the definitions, functional properties, and health benefits of RS, RD, and PDX with the underlying mechanisms, which can be useful for their incorporation in food formulations to improve human health and wellness.…”
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The genetic basis of nitrogen-dependent root system architecture in plants by Xiujie LIU, Chengcai CHU, Kai HUANG

“…Also, to fully understand the mechanisms underlying N-dependent root morphogenesis and effectively identify loci associated with an ideotype RSA in crops, more attention should be paid to non-destructive, in situ phenotyping of root traits, cell-type-specific exploration of gene functions, and crosstalk between root architecture, environment and management in the future.…”
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Multifunctional periodic mesoporous organosilica supported dual imidazolium ionic liquids as novel and efficient catalysts for heterogeneous Knoevenagel condensation by Nan Yao, Jin Tan, Xiang Liu, Yang Liu, Yu Lin Hu

“…The as-fabricated supported ionic liquids show good catalytic performances in the Knoevenagel condensation at room temperature, especially the supported ionic liquids PMO-IL-NTf2 and PMO-IL-PF6, based on a synergetic effect between the Lewis-base-type sites of dual functionalized imidazolium ionic liquids and active sites of periodic mesoporous organosilica. …”
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High Resolution Water Quality Dataset of Chinese Lakes and Reservoirs from 2000 to 2023 by Shilong Luan, Huixiao Pan, Ruoque Shen, Xiaosheng Xia, Hongtao Duan, Wenping Yuan, Jing Wei

“…This dataset is of significant value for further evaluating the ecological, environmental, and climatic functions of aquatic ecosystems.…”
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Communities of Dung Beetles (Coleoptera: Scarabaeoidea) in the Steppe of Mongolia by Purevdorj Jargalsaikhan, Gombo Altangerel, Tojoo Enkhbayar, Tsedev Enkhchimeg, Batmunkh Dulguun, Badamdorj Bayartogtokh

“…We found 15 species of dung beetles belonging to three families and representing two functional guilds, namely paracoprids and endocoprids. …”
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Antimicrobial activity of carbon dots against aquatic spoilage Bacteria synthesized from Banana Peel waste by Yueyue Meng, Huiyu Zhu, Xinyi Li, Shuang Zhao, Kun Ma, Tingting Li

“…Furthermore, the nitrogen-containing, oxygen-containing and sulfur-containing functionalities on/in the surface of carbon structure were observed in the resulting CDs. …”
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Gasdermin D aggravates a mouse model of radiation-induced liver disease by promoting chemokine secretion and neutrophil recruitment by Aoran Dong, Guangyan Wei, Zhou Liang, Yuqin Di, Yuhao Tang, Yunyan Ling, Shuping Li, Yong Chen, Yi Zhou, Xiongjun Wang, Zhenwei Peng

“…Hepatocytes are identified as critical pyroptotic cells in RILD thorough scRNA-seq, immunofluorescence and fluorescence-activated cell sorting analysis. Functional and mechanistic analysis using Gsdmd knockout (Gsdmd ∆Hep ) mice and cell models. …”
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The role of amniotic epithelial cells in preterm birth: mechanisms and clinical implications by Lulu Meng, Jing Yang, Jing Yang, Jing Yang, Yijie Gao, Yiran Xie, Miaomiao Chen, Miaomiao Chen, Wangping Hao, Wangping Hao, Wangping Hao, Yi Luo, Yi Luo, Yi Luo, Ping Ru, Ling Wang, Zhiying He, Zhiying He, Zhiying He, Zhiying He, Ming Liu

“…AECs, derived from the amniotic ectoderm, exhibit paracrine effects, low immunogenicity, and non-tumorigenicity properties. …”
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Secure ISAC MIMO systems: exploiting interference with Bayesian Cramér–Rao bound optimization by Nanchi Su, Fan Liu, Christos Masouros, George C. Alexandropoulos, Yifeng Xiong, Qinyu Zhang

“…Abstract In this paper, we present a signaling design for secure integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) systems comprising a dual-functional multi-input multi-output base station that simultaneously communicates with multiple users while detecting targets present in their vicinity, which are regarded as potential eavesdroppers. …”
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Substituting ethoxyquin with tea polyphenols and propyl gallate enhanced feed oxidative stability, broiler hepatic antioxidant capacity and gut health by Yong Xiao, Xuyang Gao, Jianmin Yuan

“…This study evaluated the effects of partially substituting ethoxyquin with tea polyphenols and propyl gallate on feed oxidative stability, hepatic antioxidant properties, intestinal morphology and barrier functions, as well as the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory profiles of the intestinal mucosa in broilers. …”
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A ROLE OF ARGININE DEIMINASE FROM STREPTOCOCCUS PYOGENES M49-16 IN PROMOTING INFECTION AND INHIBITION OF ENDOTHELIAL CELL PROLIFERATION by E. A. Starikova, A. B. Karaseva, L. A. Burova, A. N. Suvorov, A. V. Sokolov, V. B. Vasilyev, I. S. Freidlin

“…Our studies have shown that arginine deiminase from Streptococcus pyogenes M22 exerts similar effects, i.e., inhibits proliferation and other endothelial cell functions related to angiogenesis. …”
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Somatic acupressure for the management of the fatigue–sleep disturbance–depression symptom cluster in breast cancer survivors: a study protocol for a phase III randomised controlle... by Tao Wang, Xian-Liang Liu, Mengyuan Li, Li-Qun Yao, Jing-Yu (Benjamin) Tan, Ren-Li Deng, Wai Hang Kwok

“…The secondary outcomes will include QoL (measured by the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast), adverse events and cost-effectiveness. …”
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Mechanism of Salvia miltiorrhiza in the treatment of periodontitis: integrative analyses via network pharmacology, molecular dynamics, and cellular assays by Yabing Chen, Siyu Du, Yijing Guo, Yi Zheng, Lei Wang

“…The Griess method was used to test the effect of S. miltiorrhiza on nitric oxide (NO) in cells. …”
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An In-Person and Online Intervention for Parkinson Disease (UPGRADE-PD): Protocol for a Patient-Centered and Culturally Tailored 3-Arm Crossover Trial by Michail Elpidoforou, Irene Grimani, Marianna Papadopoulou, Nikolaos Papagiannakis, Anastasia Bougea, Athina-Maria Simitsi, Evangelos Sfikas, Ioanna Alexandratou, Ioanna Alefanti, Roubina Antonelou, Christos Koros, Ioanna Mavroyianni, Chrysa Chrysovitsanou, Leonidas Stefanis, Daphne Bakalidou

“…There is a lack of knowledge about the effect of this program on frailty and sarcopenia experienced by patients with PD. …”
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Rational and Irrational Investor Sentiments and Stock Market Returns: Evidence from the Tehran Stock Exchange by Mohammad Nadiri, Hamid Reza Panahian

“…ResultsThe Granger causality test and impulse response functions from VAR model estimation show that the rational component of individual and institutional investors positively and significantly affects market returns. …”
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β-glucan attenuates intestinal ischemia-reperfusion injury in mice by promoting glucagon-like peptide-1 secretion by WANG Wei, HAN Ben, SUN Lihua

“…Objective‍　‍To investigate the protective effect of β-glucan (BG) against intestinal ischemia reperfusion (II/R) injury by regulating the secretion of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). …”
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