Study on the influence of fracture geometry characteristics on the shear behaviors of fractured rock mass by Chaolei Wu, Lishuai Jiang, Yang Li, Kefang Tao, Mingtao Gao, Xin Yang, Jiaming Liu

“…The results show that: (1) The failure of sand-powder 3D-printed fractured rock-like specimens exhibits brittle characteristics. The shear stress–shear displacement relationship can be divided into five stages: compaction, elasticity, unstable development, peak, and post-peak. …”
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Climate change adaptation, greenhouse gas mitigation and economic profitability of conservation agriculture: Some examples from cereal systems of Indo-Gangetic Plains by Tek B Sapkota, M L Jat, Jeetendra P Aryal, R K Jat, Arun Khatri-Chhetri

“…This paper examines conservation agriculture (CA) from the perspective of: (i) increased yield and farm income, (ii) adaptation to heat and water stresses, and (iii) reduction in greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions. …”
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Virtual reality for experiential learning: enhancing agitation management skills, confidence, and empathy in healthcare students by Gabrielle Wann Nii Tay, Mian Mian Tong, John Yap, Hon Keat Mak, Shawn Yong Shian Goh, Cyrus Su Hui Ho

“…Results demonstrated significant improvements in mental health literacy, self-perceived proficiency, and confidence in managing agitated patients; there was also a marked reduction in stigma towards individuals with mental health conditions. …”
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Decoding the GRAS code: evolutionary phylogeny and functional diversification of a key gene family in Populus simonii by Junbo Chen, Guowei Yao, Xinru Bi, Yishuang Ren, Luping Jiang, Xiaoyu Xie, Lu Han, Wanying Chen, Yi Hao, Kewei Cai, Dandan Zhang, Xiyang Zhao

“…Notably, PSGRAS20 was identified as a central hub in the predicted protein–protein interaction network, implying a potential regulatory role in coordinating the expression of other GRAS family members. …”
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Orexin A ameliorates HBV X protein-induced cytotoxicity and inflammatory response in human hepatocytes by Li Wang, Tao He, Baishun Wan, Xiaoqian Wang, Ling Zhang

“…When orexin A is added to the cells, it mitigates HBx-induced oxidative stress indicator 4-hydroxynonenal (4-HNE) and reactive oxygen species (ROS) as well the NADPH subunit NADPH oxidase 4 (NOX-4). …”
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Phenolic profile and protective role of Calendula officinalis against molybdenum-induced toxiciy in Allium cepa by Fatih Kutluer

“…Molybdenum caused a multifaceted toxicity in Allium cepa; a decline in physiological development, a decline in germination percentage to 73%, accompanied by a significant reduction in root length and weight gain values in comparison to the control values. …”
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Melatonin attenuates thiocyanate-induced vasoconstriction in aortic rings by Alexander M. Prusa, Christian A. Plass

“…In rings which were preincubated with melatonin at a concentration of 360 pM, a 56.5% reduction of effect size could be achieved (4.09 ± 1.22 mN versus 9.41 ± 1.74 mN, P < 0.0001). …”
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Germinación y Desarrollo de Plántulas de Tres Híbridos de Maíz bajo Soluciones Osmóticas. V. Polietilenglicol by Jesús Rafael Méndez Natera, Faida Taimi Ybarra Pérez, José Fernando Merazo Pinto

“…The results indicated that polyethylene glycol 400 didn't differentiate resistance and/or tolerance to drought (water stress) among the three corn cultivars evaluated   …”
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Impact of synthetic and herbal dyes on photosynthesis and ROS scavenging enzyme activities in Spirodela polyrhiza by Vineet Soni, Upma Bhatt, Pooja Tailor, Reto J. Strasser

“…At 2.5 g/L SC, a 94.18% reduction in trapped energy flux (TR₀/CSm) and a 96.1% decline in electron transport rate (ET₀/CSm) were observed, along with a significant decrease in chlorophyll content. …”
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Trimetazidine MB treatment in patients with chronic heart failure by T. E. Morozova, E. I. Ivanova

“…After 16 weeks of the treatment, clinical improvement and CHF FC reduction were observed in 28 % and 26 % of the patients from Groups I and II, respectively. …”
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Effect of cultivation feed diet using local food processing by-products on the growth and flavor factor in the Malabar grouper Epinephelus malabaricus by Makoto Takahashi, Shingo Udagawa, Chihiro Yamauchi, Yoshimi Imura, Taekyoung Seong, Akihiro Takemura

“…However, liver histology revealed no signs of metabolic stress, and IGF-1 gene expression levels were higher in the FW-D group, indicating active growth signaling. …”
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Therapeutic aspects of hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women with metabolic syndrome: cardiologist’s opinion by T. V. Adasheva, V. S. Zadionchenko, O. N. Poryvkina, O. Yu. Demicheva, T. M. Terekhova, M. A. Mironova

“…The therapy was associated with MC improvement and BP reduction. The medication demonstrated cardioprotective and antioxidant activity.…”
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Drosophila melanogaster inhabiting northern regions of European Russia are infected with Wolbachia which adversely affects their life span by N. V. Roshina, A. V. Symonenko, A. V. Krementsova, Е. A. Tsybul’ko, V. E. Alatortsev, E. G. Pasyukova, D. V. Mukha

“…The infection rate varied from year to year showing a tendency to reduc­tion, its overall level being within the range previously observed in other habitats. …”
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Numerical Simulation of Surrounding Rock Vibration and Damage Characteristics Induced by Blasting Construction in Bifurcated Small-Spacing Tunnels by Mingshe Sun, Yantao Wang, Guangwei Dai, Kezhi Song, Xuyang Xie, Kejia Yu

“…When the bench method is employed, an increase in the bench length leads to a reduction in the damage to the intermediate rock wall. …”
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Burnout and leadership in special education: A sustainable approach through the Lens of SDG 3 and SDG 4 by Lan Liu, Ke Li, Lulu Yue, Muhammad Zulqarnain Arshad

“…Additionally, teachers' sense of responsibility moderated the effects: a strong personal responsibility amplified the beneficial impact of TLSE on cognitive empathy and subsequent burnout reduction. These findings suggest that fostering transformational leadership and empathy can alleviate burnout among special educators. …”
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Can detox nutrition be an adjunct in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients infected with the COVID-19 virus? by T. L. Pilat, A. V. Istomin, E. A. Gordeeva, R. A. Khanferyan

“…Nutritional support for a month with detoxification jelly contributed to a significant reduction in symptoms of intoxication: weakness and fatigue, temperature fluctuations, fears, anxiety, suspiciousness, etc. disappeared. …”
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Impact of GGBS on the rheology and mechanical behavior of pumpable concrete by Hanzlah Akhlaq, Hanzlah Akhlaq, Tianbo Peng, Tianbo Peng, Muhammad Mubashir Ajmal, Muhammad Salman Khan, Mamoon Riaz

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Utilizing Cordyceps cicadae Mycelium as a Potential Supplement for Alleviating UVB‐Induced Photokeratitis Symptoms In Vivo by Tsung‐Han Lu, Szu‐Yu Kuo, Jui‐Hsia Hsu, Yen‐Lien Chen, Han‐Hsin Chang, Chin‐Chu Chen, David Pei‐Cheng Lin

“…The results demonstrated that CCME intake significantly improved TV and TBUT, while reducing oxidative stress and inflammatory markers (p63 + , PCNA, NF‐κB, and COX‐2). …”
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Inflammation-Induced Klotho Deficiency: A Possible Key Driver of Chronic Kidney Disease Progression by Liang Y, Zhang Q, Qian JR, Li SS, Liu QF

“…However, the mechanism regarding their relationship is still unclear. The reduction in Klotho due to inflammation may be attributed to epigenetic mechanisms, such as DNA methylation, histone deacetylation, transcription factor, microRNA (miRNA) regulation and long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) regulation or non-epigenetic factors, such as endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and ER-associated degradation (ERAD), which affect Klotho protein metabolism. …”
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Perioperative Changes in the Pituitary-Adrenal and Pituitary-Thyroid Systems and Their Correction in Females with Severe Gestosis by V. M. Zhenilo, I. V. Mikhno

“…Progression of gestosis to its severe degree is accompanied by a relative reduction in the functional capacities of the pituitary-adrenal system and thyroid. …”
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