Osteomimetic bioceramic scaffolds with high-fidelity human-bone features produced by rotational printing by Shumin Pang, Dongwei Wu, Dorian A H Hanaor, Astrid Haibel, Jens Kurreck, Aleksander Gurlo

“…This study introduces a novel strategy that combines rotational three-dimensional (3D) printing technology and sponge replication technique to fabricate bone-mimetic scaffolds based on composite materials comprising copper-substituted diopside and biphasic calcium phosphate. …”
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Interactions Between Trace Elements and Macro Minerals in Pregnant Heifers by Raquel S. Dias Betini, Secundino López, Yuri R. Montanholi, James France

“…The objective of the present study was to evaluate the interactions between the macro minerals calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), magnesium (Mg), sulphur (S), sodium (Na) and potassium (K) and the trace elements copper (Cu), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), molybdenum (Mo), selenium (Se), zinc (Zn) and cobalt (Co) in pregnant heifers. …”
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A review on modified ZnO for the effective degradation of methylene blue and rhodamine B by Ommy Madina Abdul Halim, Nur Hafikah Mustapha, Siti Najiha Mohd Fudzi, Rahil Azhar, Nur Izzati Nabilah Zanal, Nurul Fatihah Nazua, Abu Hassan Nordin, Mohammad Saifulddin Mohd Azami, Mohd Azlan Mohd Ishak, Wan Izhan Nawawi Wan Ismail, Zuliahani Ahmad

“…Noteworthy dopants such as Silver (Ag), Copper (Cu), Manganese (Mn), Nickel Ferrite (NiFe2O4), Titanium dioxide (TiO2), Iron (Fe) and Gold (Au) were integrated into the ZnO photocatalyst to enhance its photocatalytic efficiency as thoroughly outlined in this study. …”
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Prevalence and clinicopathological Spectrum of Auto-Immune Liver Diseases & Overlap syndrome by Annapoorani Varadarajan, Archana Rastogi, Rakhi Maiwall, Chhagan Bihari, Sherin Thomas, Vikrant Sood, Saggere Muralikrishna Shasthry

“…AIH patients had significantly higher prevalence for severe lobular inflammation (27%, P ≤ 0.001), several lobular plasma cells (37%, P ≤ 0.001), central perivenulitis (30%, P ≤ 0.001), hepatic rosettes (51%, P ≤ 0.001), and necrosis (35.5%, P ≤ 0.001), while PBC patients had significantly higher frequency of florid duct lesions (11.2%, P ≤ 0.001), duct loss (83.17%, P ≤ 0.001), bile duct damage (76.6%, P ≤ 0.001), and periportal copper deposits (19.6%, P ≤ 0.001). Overlap AIH-PBC group had the highest proportion of severe portal inflammation (27.5%, P ≤ 0.001), prominent portal plasma cells (75%, P ≤ 0.001), moderate interface activity (53.7%, P ≤ 0.001), Mallory-Denk bodies (27.5%, P ≤ 0.001), and periportal cholate stasis (25%, P ≤ 0.001). …”
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Study on the dynamic impact response of Arc-direct energy deposited Al-Cu-Mn-Zr alloy by Yinghui Zhou, Shihao Kang, Yongming Ren, Yongqin Liu, Ziqi Jie, Yuhong Yao, Xuewei Fang, Xin Lin, Ahmad Shah

“…The ACMZ alloy exhibits grain orientation deviation towards the <110>//Y direction after impact compression and the deformation texture is mainly dominated by the Copper Texture. The ACMZ alloy with a heterogeneous microstructure fabricated by Arc-DED did not exhibit adiabatic shear bands at an impact compression rate of 7500 s−1, demonstrating superior dynamic impact performance compared to cast ACMZ alloy.…”
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Green synthesis of metal nanoparticles, characterization, and biosensing applications by Chiravoot Pechyen, Benchamaporn Tangnorawich, Surachet Toommee, Robert Marks, Yardnapar Parcharoen

“…The review emphasizes the synthesis, properties, and applications of several metal NPs, particularly silver (AgNPs), gold (AuNPs), platinum (PtNPs), copper (CuNPs), zinc oxide (ZnONPs), iron oxide (FeONPs), and palladium (PdNPs). …”
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Nanodrug‐Engineered Exosomes Achieve a Jointly Dual‐Pathway Inhibition on Cuproptosis by Hanxiao Sun, Yang Zou, Zhengtai Chen, Yan He, Kai Ye, Huan Liu, Lihong Qiu, Yufan Zhang, Yuexue Mai, Xinghong Chen, Zhengwei Mao, Wei Wang, Chenggang Yi

“…Abstract Cuproptosis, caused by an intracellular overload of copper (Cu) ions and overexpression of ferredoxin 1 (FDX1), is identified for its regulatory role in the skin wound healing process. …”
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Ultrawide Spectrum Metallic Plane Blackbody with Extremely High Absorption from 0.2 to 25 µm by Jin‐Yong Qi, Xue‐Qing Liu, Zi‐Jian Liu, Xin Zhang, Chao Li, Qi‐Dai Chen, Lei Wang, Hong‐Bo Sun

“…Here, a femtosecond laser “V”‐ scanning method is proposed for the fabrication of cross‐scale multi‐layered micro‐ and nanocomposite structures on copper surfaces to realize ultrawide spectrum metallic plane blackbody with high absorption. …”
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Study on Dynamic Characteristics of Deep Siltstone under High Static Stress and Frequent Dynamic Disturbance by Lu-ping Cheng, Chun Wang, Li-zhong Tang, Cheng Wang, Zhu-qiang Xiong, Shi-ming Wei, Yuan Chen, Tao Liu, Yong-heng Wei

“…The mechanical characteristics of siltstone under high static load and frequent dynamic disturbance were investigated by the improved split Hopkinson pressure bar (SHPB), which is used to simulate the failure phenomenon of the extracted ore drift owing to high stress concentration and blasting disturbance in Dongguashan copper mine at the depth of more than 900 m. The maximum dynamic strain, dynamic stress, and dynamic deformation modulus of rock of each impact were researched to provide theoretical basis for mining production. …”
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Outlining a Population “at Risk” of Parkinson’s Disease: Evidence from a Case-Control Study by Tommaso Schirinzi, Giuseppina Martella, Alessio D’Elia, Giulia Di Lazzaro, Paola Imbriani, Graziella Madeo, Leonardo Monaco, Marta Maltese, Antonio Pisani

“…A sample of 65 patients and 65 controls also underwent serum dosing of iron, copper, mercury, and manganese by means of Inductively Coupled-Plasma-Mass-Spectrometry (ICP-MS). …”
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Synthesis, DFT Calculation, and Antimicrobial Studies of Novel Zn(II), Co(II), Cu(II), and Mn(II) Heteroleptic Complexes Containing Benzoylacetone and Dithiocarbamate by Anthony C. Ekennia, Damian C. Onwudiwe, Lukman O. Olasunkanmi, Aderoju A. Osowole, Eno E. Ebenso

“…Heteroleptic complexes of zinc(II), copper(II), manganese(II), and cobalt(II) of the types [MLL′(H2O)2]·nH2O and [MLL′]·nH2O have been synthesized using sodium N-methyl-N-phenyldithiocarbamate (L) and benzoylacetone (L′). …”
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Migrated intra-uterine device to infra-umbilical skin: a rare case report by Nigat Amsalu Addis, Yared Alem Sibhat, Yohannis Derbew Molla, Wasihun Nigdu Mengestu, Abebe Sinknew Seid, Michael Argaw Damite, Misganaw Abere Worku

“…On physical examination, there was diffuse violaceous patch over the infra-umbilical skin measuring 7 centimeters on its longest dimension and visible foreign body (IUD) with tiny sinus tract formation. Visible stem of copper-containing IUD was grasped by ring forceps and removed with gentle traction without complication during or following extraction. …”
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Quantification of Soluble or Insoluble Fractions of Leishmania Parasite Proteins in Microvolume Applications: A Simplification to Standard Lowry Assay by Bhagya Deepachandi, Sudath Weerasinghe, Thisira Priyantha Andrahennadi, Nadira D. Karunaweera, Nadeeja Wickramarachchi, Preethi Soysa, Yamuna Siriwardana

“…The optimized reagents were 2 N NaOH (sodium hydroxide), 2% Na2CO3 (sodium carbonate), 1% CuSO4 (copper sulfate), 2% KNaC4H4O6 (potassium sodium tartrate), and 2 N Folin and Ciocalteu’s phenol. …”
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Designing and Construction of a Traditional Hand Bellow Device. by Olwal, Dunoish

“…Blacksmithing, an ancient craft involving the shaping and forging of metals such as iron, steel, and copper, relies heavily on tools like the bellows. …”
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Assessment of Water Quality and Heavy Metal Contamination in River Water and Fish Species from the Bangshi River, Tangail, Bangladesh by Mausumi Rehnuma, Jannatul Firdous Jui, Jannatul Hasna, Umme Habiba, Anamul Haque

“…The parameters analyzed included water temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), biological oxygen demand (BOD), total dissolved solids (TDS), electrical conductivity (EC), alkalinity, and the concentrations of heavy metals such as lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), and manganese (Mn). Water temperature ranged from 30.5 to 32.3°C during the wet season and 19.91 to 20.5°C in the dry season, remaining within acceptable limits. pH values were within the standard range. …”
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Design and analysis of a photovoltaic‐powered charging station for plug‐in hybrid electric vehicles in college campus by Sureshbabu, Suresh Padmanabhan, Ganesan Subramanian, Albert Alexander Stonier, Geno Peter, Vivekananda Ganji

“…The authors use solar photovoltaic (PV) panels using Copper Indium Selenide‐Zinc sulfide (CISZS) quantum dots for maximising energy yield from the EVCS. …”
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A Smart Nanomedicine Unleashes a Dual Assault of Glucose Starvation and Cuproptosis to Supercharge αPD‐L1 Therapy by Yiming Xu, Yuan Wu, Xinjie Zheng, Dongxue Wang, Hangqi Ni, Weiyu Chen, Kai Wang

“…Here, alteration in glucose and copper metabolisms is found to synergistically regulate PD‐L1 expression in lung cancer cells. …”
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The Role of Nutrients in Supporting The Immune System Against Viral Infection; Newly Emerged Coronavirus (COVID19): A Narrative Review by Halgord Ali Farag, Hardi Rafat Baqi, Yousif Taha Hussein, Osama Hamid Shareef, Syamand Ahmed Qadir, Amany El Afifi, Abdel Hamid El Bilbeisi

“…A group of trace elements including zinc, copper, selenium, magnesium, manganese, and iron are heavily contributed in maintaining body’s immunity. …”
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Unveiling the influence mechanism of La alloy on the oxidation behavior of Cu contact materials: A combined experimental and density functional investigation by Bingtian Li, Zhenjie Guan, AnRan Li, Ziyao Chen, Weijian Li, Liang Zhen, Wenzhu Shao

“…The preferential oxidation of alloying elements has long been recognized as the primary mechanism underlying the oxidation resistance of copper alloys. However, the presence of various alloy phases within the Cu matrix complicates the oxidation behavior. …”
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Prediction of Heavy Metals Values for South-East of Baghdad Study Area by Eman Abdul Rahman, Muthaina Abdullah Mustafa

“…The necessary tests are carried out to find the concentrations of heavy metals such as copper (Cu), iron (Fe), cadmium (Cd), nickel (Ni), zinc (Zn), and lead (Pb), as well as phosphate (PO4) and PH. …”
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