TARGET LEVELS OF RENIN-ANGIOTENSIN-ALDOSTERONE SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND THEIR ROLE IN CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT DEVELOPMENT AMONG PATIENTS WITH ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION by Sh. V. Akhadov, G. R. Ruzbanova, G. S. Molchanova, T. G. Talalaeva, S. N. Khoreva

“…Plasma renin activity (PRA) and plasma aldosterone concentration (PAC) were assessed by radio-immune method, adrenalin and noradrenalin concentration in 24-hour urine sample – by fluorometric method, left ventricular myocardial structure and function – by echocardiography, renal function – by glomerular filtration rate (Reberg method) and 123 I-Hippuran renography. …”
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ATRA upregulates OTUD6B to recruit CD8+ T cells to suppress colorectal liver metastasis by stabilizing DDX5/STAT3/CXCL11 axis by Jinglei Li, Kunpeng Huang, Bing Yang, Xia Hu, Bosheng Mei, Xiang Cheng, Xin Zhong, Chuyi Cao, Zihan Chen, Hui Wang, Jinxiang Zhang

“…Ectopically expressed DDX5 facilitated transcription factor STAT3 activation by resolving the RNA G-quadruplex structure of STAT3, resulting in a higher level of CXCL11 transcription and an increase in tumor-infiltrating CD8+ T cells. …”
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Analysis of fruit thinning effect and underlying mechanism using metamitron on ‘Gala’ apples by Ru Chen, Peixian Nie, Laiping Wang, Guiping Wang, Chunxiang Zhang, Xianyan Zhao, Xiaomin Xue

“…These results suggest that metamitron effectively thins apple fruit, with its mechanism likely related to damage to the leaf PSII reaction center structure, obstruction of photosynthetic electron transfer, insufficient soluble carbohydrate supply due to reduced photosynthetic rate, increased ABA content, and decreased auxin hormone/ABA ratio.…”
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A Study on the Hydrophobicity and Icephobicity of Modified Cement-Based Composite Coatings for Anti-/De-Icing of Guardrail Concrete by Jianping Gao, Pan Zhou, Xianlong Shi, Kang Gu, Hongji Chen, Qian Yang, Zhengwu Jiang

“…Chemical composition and morphology analysis of the coating showed that hydrophobicity and icephobicity were mainly attributed to F-containing functional groups and rough structure with low surface energy. This study provided an application potential of modified cement-based composite coating for anti-/de-icing of guardrail concrete.…”
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Type-specific molecular signaling architectures and synaptic plasticity of Drosophila olfactory sensory neurons by Namrata Acharya, Eric Wiesel, Mareike Selcho, Nadine Ehmann, Marius Lamberty, Bill S. Hansson, Dieter Wicher, Robert J. Kittel

“…Here, we studied the molecular structure and plasticity of the presynaptic active zone (AZ), the specialized site of neurotransmitter release. …”
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Construction of imidazole-based ionic liquid modified MoO3-x for enhancing photocatalytic oxidation desulfurization in diesel by Suhang Xun, Chenchao Hu, Bohan Yang, Wei Jiang, Minqiang He, Wenshuai Zhu, Huaming Li

“…Herein, the nonstoichiometry MoO3-x with outstanding photoresponse ability is prepared and modified by imidazole-based ionic liquid [C12mim]Cl to upgrade electronic structure. The interface H-bonding between MoO3-x and [C12mim]Cl regard as electronic transfer channel and the recombination of e−-h+ pairs is effectively inhibited with the modification of [C12mim]Cl. …”
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Stabilization of expansive clay soil using shells based agricultural waste ash by Sultan Almuaythir, Muhammad Syamsul Imran Zaini, Muzamir Hasan, Md. Ikramul Hoque

“…Microstructural analysis revealed the formation of cementitious compounds that contributed to a denser and more robust soil structure. This research highlights the potential of these waste materials in sustainable soil stabilization, supporting environmental conservation and infrastructure resilience while aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).…”
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Evaluation of Genetic Polymorphism of Leishmania (V.) braziliensis Isolates Obtained from the Same Patient before and after Therapeutic Failure or Reactivation of Cutaneous Lesions by Cibele Baptista, Armando de Oliveira Schubach, Maria de Fatima Madeira, Luciana de Freitas Campos Miranda, Andressa Guimarães de Souza Pinto, Juliana Helena da Silva Barros, Fatima Conceição-Silva, Maria Ines Fernandes Pimentel, Raquel da Silva Pacheco

“…The results demonstrate the existence of genetic polymorphism between the samples isolated before treatment and after reactivation or treatment failure, suggesting a possible differentiation of the structure of the original parasite population which could be involved in the mechanisms of resistance to treatment or reactivation of lesions in the ATL. …”
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Fluorescent robust photoactuator via photo-crosslinking induced single-layered janus polyimide by Shuyu Xue, Zhipanxin Shi, Zaiyu Wang, Haozhe Tan, Feng Gao, Zicong Zhang, Ziyue Ye, Shifeng Nian, Ting Han, Jianbo Zhang, Zheng Zhao, Ben Zhong Tang, Qiuyu Zhang

“…Then the fluorescent robust photoactuators with single-layered janus structure were directly obtained via UV assisted photo-crosslinking of the films, exhibiting reversible response driven by a pronounced mismatch in expansion between the front and back sides of the films. …”
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One gene, many phenotypes: the role of KIF5A in neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental diseases by Marta Cozzi, Barbara Tedesco, Veronica Ferrari, Marta Chierichetti, Paola Pramaggiore, Laura Cornaggia, Rocio Magdalena, Maria Brodnanova, Ali Mohamed, Carmelo Milioto, Margherita Piccolella, Mariarita Galbiati, Paola Rusmini, Valeria Crippa, Cinzia Gellera, Stefania Magri, Franco Taroni, Riccardo Cristofani, Angelo Poletti

“…This review correlates KIF5A structure and roles in neuronal trafficking with its involvement in the above-mentioned neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental conditions.…”
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Research on the Precession Characteristics of Hemispherical Resonator Gyro by Li-Jun Song, Rui Yang, Wang-Liang Zhao, Xing He, Shaoliang Li, You-Jun Ding

“…Based on the theory of the structure characteristics of the hemispherical resonator, the mathematical model of energy of the resonator is established to research the rule of resonant frequency when the hemispherical resonator is rotated around the central axis. …”
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Exploring the potential of green-synthesized hydroxyapatite for cadmium remediation in paddy soils by Yubo Yan, Meng Du, Zhiwen Song, Qiao Li, Muhammad Faheem, Xiaoxin Zhang, Yuanxin Cao, Zhijie Zhang, Zhe Zhang, Shouyong Zhou

“…Additionally, GHAP application elevated soil pH and available phosphorus, contributing to better soil structure, fertility, and rice growth. Correlation and principal component analyses revealed that the GHAP dosage was a key factor in modifying soil properties and influencing Cd speciation and mobility. …”
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Chronic exposure to milk odorant might ameliorate the depressive-like behavior of mice through gut-brain axis by Yan Jin, Hongze Wang, Ziyao Zhang, Enhui Jin, Can Yang, Jing Meng, Tao Wu, Min Zhang

“…After 6-week exposure, beef odorant and milk odorant could effectively reduced pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α), restored hippocampal structure, elevated neurotransmitters (5-HT, DA, NE), and upregulated BDNF/GFAP expression. 16S rRNA sequencing analysis revealed that both odorants could ameliorate the gut microbiota dysbiosis, increasing the relative abundance of Bacteroidetes and reducing Firmicutes. …”
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An interdomain sector mediating allostery in Hsp70 molecular chaperones by Robert G Smock, Olivier Rivoire, William P Russ, Joanna F Swain, Stanislas Leibler, Rama Ranganathan, Lila M Gierasch

“…Applying this method in the Hsp70/110 protein family, we identify a sparse but structurally contiguous group of co‐evolving residues called a ‘sector’, which is an attribute of the allosteric Hsp70 sub‐family that links the functional sites of the two domains across a specific interdomain interface. …”
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New model and practice of zero-carbon solar district heating in Xizang Plateau by LIU Jiaping, WANG Dengjia, JIAO Qingtai, LIU Yanfeng, QU Lei

“…We elaborata complete set of key support technologies and methods such as large-scale solar heat collection technology and products, capacity configuration of large-scale hot water storage and efficient heat storage and extraction technology,"differentiated insulation" design method of building envelope structure, and a new double independent heating system with separate south and north pipe network circuits. …”
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Fabrication and Mechanical Property of SiC/SiC Composites by Selective Laser Sintering Technology Combined with Precursor Impregnation and Pyrolysis Process by ZENG Tao, ZHOU Yikai, ZHANG Kun, YU Siwen

“…In order to improve the density and mechanical property of ceramics fabricated by selective laser sintering (SLS) process, a new method that combined SLS with precursor impregnation and pyrolysis (PIP) process was presented to fabricated silicon carbide particulate/silicon carbide matrix (SiC/SiC) ceramic composites Starting with SiC powders of 17~70 μm sizes, the preform was produced by printing epoxy binder To gain the dense composites, the SiC preforms were infiltrated with polycarbosilane liquid and pyrolyzed at 1200℃ under nitrogen atmosphere for 8 repeated cycles The porosity of the specimen greatly decreased and the density reached to 245 g/cm3 after PIP process Analysis of results and discussions of optimum printing parameters, dimension accuracy, microstructure and bending strength for SiC/SiC composites are also presented The mechanical property of the SiC/SiC composite fabricated by SLS/PIP process has been improved and its bending strength attained 13828 MPa In addition, the netshape silicon carbide components with complex surface and inner structure were fabricated…”
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Recognizing diversity to enable an agroecological transition: understanding the potential of family farmers in Portugal by Inês Costa-Pereira, Ana A. R. M. Aguiar, Fernanda Delgado, Cristina A. Costa

“…Despite their multifunctional contributions to rural territories, family farms—particularly smallholders—remain structurally disadvantaged by policy frameworks that continue to favor large-scale, high-input agricultural models. …”
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X-Ray and Spectral Ultraviolet Observations of Periodic Pulsations in a Solar Flare Fan/Looptop by Ryan J. French, Laura A. Hayes, Maria D. Kazachenko, Katharine K. Reeves, Chengcai Shen, Juraj Lörinčík

“…We present simultaneous X-ray and spectral ultraviolet observations of strikingly coherent oscillations in emission from a coronal looptop and fan structure, during the impulsive phase of a long-duration M-class solar flare. …”
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Experimental Study of an Efficient, High Power and Tunable Continuous-Wave CO₂ Laser by Lijie Geng, Shuaifei Song, Kun Yang, Pengji Yan, Zhenxiang Fu, Yanchen Qu, Ruiliang Zhang, Zhifeng Zhang

“…In this paper, based on a sealed-off CO₂ laser tube and a grating-tuned cavity, we reported an efficient, high-power, low-cost, simple structure and tunable continuous-wave CO₂ laser. …”
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TiO2 paste for DSSC photoanode: preparation and optimization of application method by I. O. Selyanin, A. S. Steparuk, R. A. Irgashev, A. V. Mekhaev, G. L. Rusinov, A. S. Vorokh

“…Before TiO2 paste applying and after annealing, the conductive glass (fluorine-tin oxide – FTO) was treated by TiCl4 hydrochloric acid solution. The structure of DSSCs were composed FTO-glass / TiO2 layer sensitized Ruthenium complex (N719 dye)/ iodide-based electrolyte / Pt counter electrode/ FTO glass. …”
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