Laparoscopic partial liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma arising from Fontan-associated liver disease: a case report by Miku Iwata, Katsunori Sakamoto, Chihiro Ito, Akimasa Sakamoto, Mio Uraoka, Tomoyuki Nagaoka, Kei Tamura, Naotake Funamizu, Akihiro Takai, Kohei Ogawa, Yasutsugu Takada

“…Abstract Background The Fontan procedure (FP) is a palliative surgery for functional single ventricle. The Fontan circulation maintains pulmonary circulation by a high central venous pressure, leading to chronic congestive liver. …”
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Emulsification stability of Auricularia auricula polysaccharides and its effect on steady-state properties of β-carotene embedding by Xiaqing Lv, Dexi Zhang, Xiangyang Zhu, Dapeng Li, Chen Zhang

“…Furthermore, the construction of an AAP-W emulsion system incorporating β-carotene was undertaken to enhance the preservation, bioavailability, and digestive stability of β-carotene, thereby expanding the potential applications of Auricularia auricula polysaccharides. This endeavor also presents a novel approach towards the advancement of novel functional food products.…”
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A Systematic Review of the Use of Electronic Nose and Tongue Technologies for Detecting Food Contaminants by Muhammad Zia Ul Haq, Baljit Singh, Xolile Fuku, Ahmed Barhoum, Furong Tian

“…This review examines 112 studies published from 2004 to 2025, and examines the functionalities and performance in detecting various food product-associated analytes. …”
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Genetic Construction of Bacillus subtilis Recombinant Strain, Producing Protective Antigen of Anthrax Microbe by N. V. Onuchina, A. V. Kuznetsovsky, A. A. Vorobyov, A. V. Filippov

“…The pHT43PA plasmid containing the gene pag, providing the synthesis of protective antigen of the anthrax microbe and functioning stably in the cells of the recombinant strain Amy21(pHT43РА) of B. subtilis, was constructed on the basis of the shuttle vector pHT43. …”
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Daidzein Promotes the Proliferation of Porcine Mammary Epithelial Cells Through the mTOR Signaling Pathway by Mengmeng Xu, Le Liu, Wenjing Duan, Lizhu Niu, He Cheng, Chenyang Du, Mengyun Li, Wenying Huo, Hongyu Deng, Pan Zhou, Wen Chen, Long Che

“…In conclusion, our findings suggest that daidzein activates PMEC proliferation via the mTOR pathway. The present work not only characterizes new functional properties of daidzein but also establishes mechanistic evidence supporting its role in augmenting sow lactation efficiency.…”
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Engineering Magnetic Heterostructures with Synergistic Regulation of Charge‐Transfer and Spin‐Ordering for Enhanced Water Oxidation by Chongyan Hao, Yang Wu, Xiaobo Zheng, Yumeng Du, Yameng Fan, Weikong Pang, Anton Tadich, Shujun Zhang, Thomas Frauenheim, Tianyi Ma, Xiaoning Li, Zhenxiang Cheng

“…Experimental results and density functional theory calculations confirmed that the magnetic heterostructure exhibits both charge transfer and spin polarization. …”
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Rational Molecular Engineering of Amidonaphthoquinone Cathodes: Precise Hydrogen Bond and Size Control for High‐Performance Lithium Organic Batteries by Qianglong Chen, Fangfang Xing, Jia Cai, Xiujuan Wang, Xiaoming He

“…Abstract Rational design of organic cathode materials with suppressed solubility is crucial yet challenging for achieving high‐capacity and long‐cycling rechargeable batteries. This study presents a facile synthesis strategy for three naphthoquinone derivatives (NQ1‐NQ3) featuring tunable amide functionalities and molecular dimensions, followed by a systematic evaluation of their electrochemical performance in lithium‐organic batteries (LOBs). …”
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Entropy Engineering Activates Cu‐Fe Inertia Center From Prussian Blue Analogs With Micro‐Strains for Oxygen Electrocatalysis in Zn‐Air Batteries by Han Man, Guanyu Chen, Fengmei Wang, Jiafeng Ruan, Yihao Liu, Yang Liu, Fang Fang, Renchao Che

“…Through the introduction of the micro‐strains driven by entropy engineering, density functional theory (DFT) calculations and geometric phase analysis (GPA) using Lorentz electron microscopy further elucidate the optimization of the adsorption/desorption of intermediates. …”
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Estimation of the Hydraulic Parameters of a Stratified Alluvial Soil in the Region of El Haouareb—Central Tunisia. Experiments, Empirical, Analytical and Inverse Models by Emna Abdennour, Lamia Guellouz, Mariem Dahmouni, Mohamed Hachicha

“…In the first method, pedotransfer functions were used (Rosetta platform) based on granulometric results and bulk density. …”
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Enhancing oocyte in vitro maturation and quality by melatonin/bilirubin cationic nanoparticles: A promising strategy for assisted reproduction techniques by Haitao Xi, Lihui Huang, Lin Qiu, Shize Li, Yuqi Yan, Yang Ding, Yuhao Zhu, Fugen Wu, Xianbao Shi, Junzhao Zhao, Ruijie Chen, Qing Yao, Longfa Kou

“…This study not only offers a novel perspective on nano drug delivery systems for biomedical applications but also presents an innovative strategy for enhancing oocyte IVM.…”
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Bionanocomposite Coating Film Technologies for Disease Management in Fruits and Vegetables by Jonathan M. Sánchez-Silva, Ulises M. López-García, Porfirio Gutierrez-Martinez, Ana Yareli Flores-Ramírez, Surelys Ramos-Bell, Cristina Moreno-Hernández, Tomás Rivas-García, Ramsés Ramón González-Estrada

“…These technologies allow for the development of functional coatings and films with antimicrobial, antioxidant, and barrier properties, which are critical for extending shelf life and preserving fruit quality. …”
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Static Magnetic Field Induced Neural Stem/Progenitor Cell Early Differentiation and Promotes Maturation by Shih-Yin Ho, I-Chun Chen, Yi-Jyun Chen, Chien-Hsing Lee, Chao-Ming Fu, Fei-Chih Liu, Horng-Huei Liou

“…The potential impacts of magnetic field exposures on brain development have raised public concern. In the present study, we aimed to investigate the biophysical effects of moderate-intensity (0.5 T, Tesla) static magnetic field (SMF) on mice neural progenitor cells (mNPCs). …”
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Solcoseryl-enriched biodegradable diplene membrane for lower eyelid reconstruction: A novel bioactive approach by Maria Cervatiuc, Igor Vladimirovich Reshetov, Eldor Jonnazarov, Svetlana Vagovna Saakyan, Dzhakhongir Shavkatdzhonovich Rakhimov, Abusaid Ibodulloevich Sadulloev, Mukhammadnazir Mukhamadzokirovich Normatov, Rustamjon Zoidovich Juraev, Bahodur Bahtiyorovich Abdurahmonov, Abduhakim Abdulatifovich Saidov, Mukhriddin Bahodurovich Mazhitov, Nekruz Rahimovich Rahmatov, Fuzliddin Botirdzhonovich Gadoev, Aminjon Nozimjonovich Shafiev, Uzak Zholdoshovich Zhumakadyrov

“…This innovation offers superior functional and aesthetic outcomes compared to standard diplene use and represents a significant advancement in oculoplastic and oncological reconstructive surgery.…”
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ALDH1A3 correlates with luminal phenotype in prostate cancer by Shangqian Wang, Chao Liang, Meiling Bao, Xiao Li, Lei Zhang, Shuang Li, Chao Qin, Pengfei Shao, Jie Li, Lixin Hua, Zengjun Wang

“…The specific characteristics of different disease stages have been deeply investigated. We present our data on ALDH1A3 as a potential therapeutic target for the prostate cancer based on several functional investigations. …”
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Extensile FSS With Controllable Passband Frequency for EM Transparent Antenna by Xiao-Fan Wang, Ling-Ling Yang, Wen-Wen Yang, Jian-Xin Chen

“…The transparent antenna is a good choice as it exhibits bandpass characteristics at the HB while functioning normally at the LB. Moreover, to allow flexible placement of the HB antennas in the array, the LB antenna has to remain transparent to the HB across multiple positions. …”
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Utilizing Photothermal Effect Enhances Photocatalytic Water Splitting Coupled with Selective Benzyl Alcohol Oxidation over Schottky Junctions by Bojing Sun, Mengjia Ye, Yachao Xu, Ying Jiang, Dongfang Hou, Xiu‐qing Qiao, Meidi Wang, Yunchen Du, Dong‐Sheng Li

“…Herein, WC quantum dots decorated defective ZnIn2S4 nanosheets (DZIS/WCQDs) dual‐functional photocatalysts are fabricated. Its unique Schottky junctions and photothermal effect significantly promote the separation and transport efficiency of photogenerated carriers, as well as achieving synergistic enhancement of photocatalytic water splitting coupled with selective oxidation of benzyl alcohol (BA). …”
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MinD2 modulates cell shape and motility in the archaeon Haloferax volcanii by Megha Patro, Megha Patro, Felix Grünberger, Shamphavi Sivabalasarma, Shamphavi Sivabalasarma, Sabrina Gfrerer, Marta Rodriguez-Franco, Phillip Nußbaum, Dina Grohmann, Solenne Ithurbide, Sonja-Verena Albers, Sonja-Verena Albers

“…Collectively, our findings identify MinD2 as an important link between cell shape and motility in H. volcanii and further our understanding of the mechanisms by which multiple MinD proteins regulate cellular functions in haloarchaea.…”
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Involvement of WNT Signaling in the Regulation of Gestational Age-Dependent Umbilical Cord-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Proliferation by Sota Iwatani, Akemi Shono, Makiko Yoshida, Keiji Yamana, Khin Kyae Mon Thwin, Jumpei Kuroda, Daisuke Kurokawa, Tsubasa Koda, Kosuke Nishida, Toshihiko Ikuta, Kazumichi Fujioka, Masami Mizobuchi, Mariko Taniguchi-Ikeda, Ichiro Morioka, Kazumoto Iijima, Noriyuki Nishimura

“…Although the cell proliferation and differentiation of BM-derived MSCs is known to decline with age, the functional difference between preterm and term UC-MSCs is poorly characterized. …”
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Comparative proteomics—network analysis of proteins responsible for ursolic acid–induced cytotoxicity in colorectal cancer cells by Qiaoyan Cai, Jing Lin, Ling Zhang, Jiumao Lin, Lili Wang, Daxin Chen, Jun Peng

“…Ursolic acid is a key active compound present in many medicinal herbs that have been widely used in traditional Chinese medicine for the clinical treatment of various cancers. …”
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A Molecularly Imprinted Polymer Nanobodies (nanoMIPs)-Based Electrochemical Sensor for the Detection of <i>Staphylococcus epidermidis</i> by Witsanu Rapichai, Chularat Hlaoperm, Adriana Feldner, Julia Völkle, Kiattawee Choowongkomon, Jatuporn Rattanasrisomporn, Peter A. Lieberzeit

“…Methicillin-resistant <i>Staphylococcus epidermidis</i> (MRSE) contamination is commonly found on human skin and medical devices. Herein, we present a sensor utilizing molecularly imprinted polymer nanobodies (nanoMIP) for recognition and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) to detect <i>S. epidermidis.…”
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