Multifunctional periodic mesoporous organosilica supported dual imidazolium ionic liquids as novel and efficient catalysts for heterogeneous Knoevenagel condensation by Nan Yao, Jin Tan, Xiang Liu, Yang Liu, Yu Lin Hu

“…The as-fabricated supported ionic liquids show good catalytic performances in the Knoevenagel condensation at room temperature, especially the supported ionic liquids PMO-IL-NTf2 and PMO-IL-PF6, based on a synergetic effect between the Lewis-base-type sites of dual functionalized imidazolium ionic liquids and active sites of periodic mesoporous organosilica. …”
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mRNA level of antioxidant genes and activity of NADPH-generating enzymes in rotenone-induced parkinsonism in rats by E. D. Kryl’skii, G. A. Razuvaev, T. N. Popova, L. E. Nikhaev, A. I. Akinina

“…Along with a decrease in the content of antioxidant gene mRNA in the brain tissues, the level of α-tocopherol increased in the rats with parkinsonism, which could be the result of an imbalance in the functioning of antioxidant system.…”
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Nanoparticles from grape seed extract inhibit inflammatory cytokines and ameliorate CCl4-induced hepatotoxicity by Neveen Adel Madbouly, Doaa Mohammad Ali, Alyaa Ahmed Farid

“…Abstract Background Xenobiotic-induced liver injury is a clinically reverent condition which may influence the development of steatohepatitis via affecting numerous pathways such as oxidative stress, inflammation, mitochondorial functioning and fatty acid biosynthesis. The current study was conducted to survey the antioxidant effect of grape seeds extract nanoparticles (GS extract NPs) against CCl4-induced oxidative stress, hepatic dysfunction and inflammatory changes. …”
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Opposition-based learning techniques in metaheuristics: classification, comparison, and convergence analysis by Rihab Lakbichi, Farouq Zitouni, Saad Harous, Aridj Ferhat, Abdelhadi Limane, Abdulaziz S. Almazyad, Guojiang Xiong, Ali Wagdy Mohamed

“…The results indicate that quasi-reflection opposition-based learning consistently outperforms other OBL variants, demonstrating superior convergence speed and solution quality across most benchmark functions.…”
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Digital mindfulness-based intervention for people with COPD – a multicentre pilot and feasibility RCT by Hannah Tschenett, Florian Vafai-Tabrizi, Ralf Harun Zwick, Arschang Valipour, Georg-Christian Funk, Urs M. Nater

“…Conclusions The digital MBI was feasible, with preliminary effects indicating improvements in anxiety and emotional functioning after 8 weeks as well as momentary outcomes after meditating. …”
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Preventing physical and emotional violence by teachers in public schools in Pakistan: study protocol for a cluster-randomized controlled trial of the intervention Interaction Compe... by Alaptagin Khan, Katharina Goessmann, Florian Scharpf, Fakhar Khawaja Saqlain Shah, Anette Kirika, Khadeeja Azhar, Abdul Wahab Yousafzai, Anke Hoeffler, Tobias Hecker

“…Secondary outcome measures include teachers’ attitudes towards violence and children’s mental health problems, quality of life and cognitive functioning. Other outcomes are students’ academic performance and peer violence. …”
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Acylated glucopyranosides: FTIR, NMR, FMO, MEP, molecular docking, dynamics simulation, ADMET and antimicrobial activity against bacterial and fungal pathogens by Nasrin Akter, Supriyo Saha, Md. Ahad Hossain, Kabir M. Uddin, Ajmal R. Bhat, Sumeer Ahmed, Sarkar M.A. Kawsar

“…In vitro antimicrobial tests against five bacteria and two fungi indicated the promising antibacterial functionality of these synthesized analogs compared with their antifungal activity. …”
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Modernization of local heat distribution stations of city heat supply system by Yu. A. Gorinov, P. N. Anisimov, E. V. Egoshin

“…The PURPOSE of this work is to develop technical solutions to increase the efficiency of functioning of centralized urban heating systems by modernizing local heat distribution stations. …”
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The Impact of Parental Support on Adherence to Therapist-Assisted Internet-Delivered Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Primary Care for Adolescents With Anxiety: Naturalistic 12... by Anna Larsson, Sandra Weineland, Linnea Nissling, Josefine L Lilja

“…Nevertheless, no differences in overall functioning measured by the Children’s Global Assessment Scale were found. …”
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Application of GUHA data mining method in cohort data to explore paths associated with premature death: a 29-year follow-up study by Lily Nosraty, Esko Turunen, Saila Kyrönlahti, Clas-Håkan Nygård, Prakash KC, Subas Neupane

“…Explanatory variables encompassed sociodemographic characteristics, health and functioning, health behaviors, subjective experiences, working conditions, and work abilities. …”
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Reverse transcriptase inhibitors diminish systemic proinflammatory responses to bacterial pathogens by Karthik Hullahalli, Katherine G. Dailey, Ryan Acbay, Masataka Suzuki, George I. Balazs, Matthew K. Waldor

“…Our findings indicate that uncovering the mechanisms underlying the anti-inflammatory functions of reverse transcriptase inhibitors may lead to new therapeutics for bacterial infectious diseases.…”
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The impact of indoor and outdoor exercise programs on anthropometric, body composition, metabolic status, cardiovascular response, and neuromuscular capacity in individuals with In... by Miguel Jacinto, Rui Matos, Diogo Monteiro, Raul Antunes, André Caseiro, Beatriz Gomes, Maria João Campos, José Pedro Ferreira

“… The increase in overweight and obesity among individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) also increases the deterioration of functionality and the risk of developing chronic diseases. …”
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Effects of alginate oligosaccharides on depression-like behavior and gut microbiota in zebrafish induced by chronic unpredictable mild stress by LONG Yan, SHI Yanxia, QIU Yue, NONG Huiting, ZHU Wuchang, SU Hongmei, HE Naihuan, QIN Zhuwen, WEI Jinbin

“…Conclusion AOS can ameliorate depressive-like behavior and increase body mass index in CUMS zebrafish, and its effects are related to the modulation of neurotransmitters, the composition of the gut microbiota, and their metabolic and substance transport functions.…”
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Adapting a Mobile Health App for Smoking Cessation in Black Adults With Anxiety Through an Analysis of the Mobile Anxiety Sensitivity Program Proof-of-Concept Trial: Qualitative St... by Marshall K Cheney, Adam C Alexander, Lorra Garey, Matthew W Gallagher, Emily T Hébert, Anka A Vujanovic, Krista M Kezbers, Cameron T Matoska, Michael J Zvolensky, Michael S Businelle

“…Suggested improvements included opportunities to engage with other participants, more control over app functions, and additional self-monitoring functions. …”
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Influencia de la práctica de actividad física en el autoconcepto de adolescentes (Influence of the practice of physical activity on the self-concept of adolescents) by Manuel Gentil Adarve, Félix Zurita Ortega, Víctor Gómez Sánchez, Rosario Padial Ruz, Amador Jesús Lara Sánchez

“…The majority presented a normal family functionality (81.5%), and the academic and physical self-concept are the most valued (figures around 3.60). …”
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Immunological parameters in patients with chronic opisthorchiasis coupled to mutant genes associated with predisposition to arterial hypertension development by Svetlana A. Grigorieva, K. B. Stepanova, T. F. Stepanova, A. N. Ozerova, I. V. Bakshtanovskaya, G. A. Kalgina, L. V. Kurlaeva

“…To identify the features of immune system functioning in patients with chronic opisthorchiasis coupled to mutant gene loci associated with arterial hypertension predisposition, comprehensive studies on innate and adaptive immunity were conducted. …”
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Benefits of exercise on cognitive impairment in alcohol use disorder following alcohol withdrawal by Zhen Lyu, Zhi‐Gang Gong, Min‐Xia Huang, Si‐Ping Xin, Mao‐Zhong Zou, Yu‐Quan Ding

“…Learning and memory abilities were assessed through the Morris water maze test and spontaneous activity was evaluated using the open field test. …”
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The Development of an Air Suction Precision Seed-Metering Device for Rice Plot Breeding by Wei Qin, Yuwu Li, Cheng Qian, Zhuorong Fan, Daoqing Yan, Guo Zou, Siqian Liu, Zaiman Wang, Ying Zang, Minghua Zhang

“…To address the lack of specialized seeding equipment and low manual seeding efficiency in rice plot breeding, this study developed an air suction precision seed-metering device for rice plot breeding, featuring automatic seed-switching and seed-clearing functions controlled by an STM32 microcontroller. Firstly, based on morphological analysis and MATLAB image processing, an active contour method was used to construct a suction hole model. …”
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Adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells have better restorative capacity than bone marrow-derived cells in a cerebellar ataxic rat model by Rasha M. Att, Angie M. Ameen, Horeya Erfan Korayem, Noha Abogresha, Yasser El-Wazir

“…We assessed the following: 1) cerebellar motor functions in vivo (by Rotarod test, open-field test, and Quantitative gait analysis); 2) cerebellar histological architecture; and 3) cerebellar immunohistochemical examination of the Bax/Bcl-2 ratio as in indicator of apoptosis, and the levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) as neuroprotective factors. …”
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Secretion of cochlin-tomoprotein (LCCL) in the middle ear following acute tympanic injury: implications for perilymph fistula diagnosis by Seong Hoon Bae, Seong Hoon Bae, Tetsuo Ikezono, Haeng Ran Park, Haeng Ran Park, Hyoyeol Kim, Hyoyeol Kim, Tomohiro Matsumura, Shiho Saito, Yukihide Maeda, Han Matsuda, Jinsei Jung, Jinsei Jung

“…Importantly, the origin of LCCL in the middle ear lavage was not from the inner ear but is secreted from the middle ear space especially the annular ligament, suggesting it functions as an innate immune response in the middle ear.ConclusionTympanostomy for the CTP test results in a false positive when the sampling is delayed. …”
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