Characteristic Fe and Cu Compounds in Particulate Matter from Subway Premises in Japan and their Potential Biological Effects by Takuma Okamoto, Ayumi Iwata, Hiroko Yamanaka, Kako Ogane, Tatsuhiro Mori, Akiko Honda, Hirohisa Takano, Tomoaki Okuda

“…Therefore, to demonstrate the unique chemical states of the PM collected from subway premises and outdoors, this study compared the chemical speciation of iron (Fe) and copper (Cu) components using X-ray absorption fine structure analysis. …”
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Microbial diversity, functional attributes, and nutritional proficiency of yogurts produced in Bangladesh by Md. Tanvir Islam, M. Shaminur Rahman, Susmita Roy Chowdhury, Tanay Chakrovarty, S. M. Kador, Md. Mazharul Islam, Khondoker Tanjim Islam, Mohammad Imtiaj Uddin Bhuiyan, Ovinu Kibria Islam

“…Nutritional assessments revealed that branded yogurts were denser in nutrients, especially solids-not-fat (SNF), total solids, and essential minerals like iron and zinc. In contrast, local yogurts contained higher fat and lower sodium, appealing to consumers favoring richer textures with less salt. …”
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The Result of Timely Therapy for Whipple's Disease: a Clinical Case by S. N. Mekhtiev, O. A. Mekhtieva, E. Yu. Kalinina, V. E. Karev, A. V. Vanyan, O. M. Berko

“…The disease began with articular syndrome followed by diarrhea and manifestations of malabsorption (iron deficiency anemia, hypoalbuminemia, hypercholesterolemia). …”
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Delving into biomarkers and predictive modeling for CVD mortality: a 20-year cohort study by Zhen Wu, Abdullahi Mohamud Hilowle, Ying Zhou, Changlin Zhao, Shuo Yang

“…Cox regression analysis further identified key predictors of CVD mortality, including elevated AST/ALT, TyG, BUN, and systolic blood pressure, with protective factors such as higher chloride and iron levels. Nomogram construction and DCA confirmed that the combined model provided substantial net benefit across various time points. …”
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Metal oxides carbon xerogel nanocomposite for methanol oxidation fuel cell by Fatma Mohamed, Mohamed Shaban, Omnia M. Salem

“…The electrocatalytic performance of Carbon xerogel doped with Iron (Fe3O4/CX), carbon xerogel doped with magnesium (MgO/CX), and carbon xerogel doped with Copper (CuO/CX) about the Methanol Oxidation Reaction (MOR) was investigated using electrochemical methods such as cyclic voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy, and chronoamperometry. …”
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Synthesis of novel magnesium ferrite Schiff base chitosan nanocomposite for efficient removal of pb(II) ions from aqueous media by Nada S. Al-Kadhi, Ehab A. Abdelrahman, Fowzia S. Alamro, Reem K. Shah, Fawaz A. Saad, Khalil ur Rehman

“…Additionally, energy-dispersive X-ray analysis verified the elemental composition of the nanocomposite, revealing distinct peaks corresponding to carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, magnesium, and iron. The nanocomposite exhibited outstanding performance as a nanoadsorbent for the efficient removal of Pb(II) ions from aqueous media through electrostatic attraction and complexation mechanisms, achieving a maximum adsorption capacity of 290.7 mg g-1. …”
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Development of Nutrient-Rich Injera Using Amaranthus Leaf/Grain and Teff Flours: A Study on Nutritional Value, Sensory Characteristics, and Storage Stability by Betelhem Abera, Ramesh Duraisamy, Tewodros Birhanu, Beyene Gurbo, Ketemaw Salelign

“…Minerals such as sodium (Na), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), iron (Fe), and zinc (Zn) increased noticeably (in percent), ranging from 10% to 12.2%, 0.02%–0.41%, 3%–4.4%, 0.33%–2.2%, 5.7%–10%, and 4.9%–28.7%, respectively. …”
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Hydrochemistry of a Tropical harbor: Influence of Industrial and Municipal inputs by Balogun Kayode James, Ladigbolu Ismail Adejare, Olaji Ebenezer Dayo

“…Correlation between Salinity and heavy metals measured in this study were negative except Iron. Considering the values recorded for the pollution indicators, the harbor appears to be organically polluted. …”
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Preterm nutrition and brain development by Chiara Nava, Gianluca Lista, Enrica Lupo

“…Eventually, current knowledge on the role of micronutrient supplementation (e.g,. iron, lutein, iodine), is still scarce. Further studies are needed to better understand the mechanisms of action of different nutrients on brain development in the preterm infant and thus the effects on long-term neurological outcomes.…”
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Reassessing Nutritional Supplementation Program: The Impact of Maternal Vitamin B12 Levels on Feto-Maternal Outcomes by Pranjali Dhume, Reshu Rawal, Ashish Vadhera, Ankur Shah, Madhusudan Dey, Sunil Chawla, Suyash Goel, Simran Gilhotra, Ankita Sharma

“… OBJECTIVES: In India, despite the high prevalence of vitamin B12 (vit B12) deficiency, the current public health policy focuses solely on iron and folic acid supplementation as a measure to prevent anaemia. …”
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Investigation of Hydro-Geochemical Characteristics of Groundwater In Port Harcourt City, Nigeria: Implication for Use and Vulnerability by HO Nwankwoala, GJ Udom

“…Besides of the major chemical compositions, ionic ratio (HCO3/Cl, Na/Ca, Ca/Cl, Mg/Cl and Ca/SO4) was used to delineate saline water intrusion. Iron and Manganese concentrations are above the World Health Organization guide value in majority of the boreholes studied, with maximum value up to 1.60mg/l in Abuloma area. …”
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Liver and Nutrition. An Optimal Diet for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease by M. V. Mayevskaya, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Meat contains various nutrients, such as proteins, iron, zinc, B12 vitamin, as well as sodium, saturated fatty acids and cholesterol, which serve as risk factors for the development of NAFLD and other cardio-metabolic disorders. …”
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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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Using Synchrotron Radiation X-ray Fluorescence (SRXRF) to Assess the Impacts of Shipping Emissions on the Variations of PM10-bound Elemental Species by Siwatt Pongpiachan, Nichada Jearanaikoon, Kanjana Thumanu, Jureerat Pradubsri, Ratchadaporn Supruangnet, Chaisri Tharasawatpipat, Muhammad Zaffar Hashmi, Ronbanchob Apiratikul

“…Although some previous studies highlight the importance of V/Fe as the diagnostic binary ratio that can be used as a chemical proxy for categorizing shipping related particles, this application can be problematic-particularly in the atmospheric environment with high contents of iron-rich dust aerosols. In stead of employing V/Fe, the diagnostic binary ratios of As/V and Se/V can be considered as alternative geochemical tracers for classifying shipping emissions associated aerosols. …”
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Dicoumarol sensitizes hepatocellular carcinoma cells to ferroptosis induced by imidazole ketone erastin by Ziwei Yang, Ziwei Yang, Tixin Han, Ruibin Yang, Ruibin Yang, Yinuo Zhang, Yinuo Zhang, Yifei Qin, Yifei Qin, Yifei Qin, Jialu Hou, Jialu Hou, Fei Huo, Fei Huo, Zhuan Feng, Zhuan Feng, Yaxin Ding, Yaxin Ding, Jiali Yang, Jiali Yang, Gang Zhou, Gang Zhou, Shijie Wang, Shijie Wang, Xiaohang Xie, Xiaohang Xie, Peng Lin, Peng Lin, Zhi-Nan Chen, Zhi-Nan Chen, Jiao Wu, Jiao Wu

“…IntroductionFerroptosis, an iron-dependent form of regulated cell death, is characterized by the lethal accumulation of lipid peroxides on cellular membranes. …”
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Exogenous cystine increases susceptibility of drug-resistant Salmonella to gentamicin by promoting oxidation of glutathione metabolism and imbalance of intracellular redox levels by Junyuan Du, Junyuan Du, Zhiyi Wu, Zhiyi Wu, Chunyang Zhu, Chunyang Zhu, Heng Yang, Heng Yang, Feike Zhao, Feike Zhao, Binghu Fang, Binghu Fang

“…The multifunctional electronic enzyme marker was used to determine intracellular reduced glutathione/oxidized glutathione (GSH/GSSG), ferrous iron on (Fe2+), and reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels. …”
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Extracellular electron shuttles induced transformation and mobilization of Fe/As with the occurrence of biogenic vivianite by Jia Wang, Mengna Chen, Yalong Li, Yang Yang, Zuoming Xie

“…Microorganisms that utilize organic matter to reduce Fe oxides/hydroxides constitute the primary geochemical processes controlling the formation of high-arsenic (As) groundwater. Biogenic secondary iron minerals play a significant role in As migration. …”
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Excerpts from The Freedom Fight: A Novel of Resistance and Freedom. by Pamela J. Olubunmi Smith

“…Told mostly from the protagonist’s point of view, with the help of his two prominent compatriots, childhood friend Àyọwí and Ibiwumi, the town’s ̀ Baálẹ’s own daughter, ̀ Ọmọ Olókùn-Ẹṣin chronicles not only the experiences and struggles of these three idealists, but also the inevitable uncertainties and risks of mobilizing the oppressed rank and file in a rule-of-fear system, sanctioned by traditional authority, the many trials and tribulations suffered at the hands of the wily oppressors, and the risks and frustrations of advancing the movement. Ironically, despite the novel’s tension, the ending is paradoxical. …”
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Study on the Influence of Regional Transportation on PM2.5 Based on the RAMS-CMAQ Model in Weihai, a Typical Coastal City of Northern China by Wentao Ning, Zhiwen Xing, Min Wei, Mingyan Li, Meigen Zhang, Houfeng Liu

“…Black carbon (BC), organic carbon (OC), and ions (ions here include chloride, sodium, magnesium, potassium, calcium, iron, aluminium, silicon, titanium, manganese, and other major nonspecific fine particles) were mainly influenced by short-range transportation and local emissions. …”
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Epidemiologic features of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in Russia by O. M. Drapkina, V. T. Ivashkin

“…In 4–6 wks at the second visit of the patient biochemical tests were repeated or supplemented with tests for alkaline phosphatase, bilirubin, albumin, gammaglobulin, serum iron.Results. The prevalence of NAFLD among adult population of the Russian Federation was 27%, including 80,3% of hepatic steatosis cases, 16,8% — nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and 2,9% — liver cirrhosis. …”
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