Changes in the functional traits of Thymus mongolicus along environmental gradients and factors influencing the traits of Northern China by Wentao Mi, Hao Zheng, Haixuan Zhang, Wanyu Zhang, Yuan Chi, Weibo Ren

“…Random forest analysis identified temperature within the latitudinal and longitudinal context as the primary driver of functional trait variation. Furthermore, interdependencies among functional traits were evident, with specific traits—such as stem length, leaf width, and leaf area—emerging as central to the adaptive process. …”
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Modeling corticotroph deficiency with pituitary organoids supports the functional role of NFKB2 in human pituitary differentiation by Thi Thom Mac, Teddy Fauquier, Nicolas Jullien, Pauline Romanet, Heather Etchevers, Anne Barlier, Frederic Castinetti, Thierry Brue

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Traffic-related diesel pollution particles impair the lysosomal functions of human iPSC-derived microglia by Sohvi Ohtonen, Henna Jäntti, Luca Giudice, Ahmed Mohamed, Anastasia Shakirzyanova, Táňa Závodná, Ilya Belevich, Hong Yan, Angélica María Sabogal-Guáqueta, Liudmila Saveleva, Mari-Anna Väänänen, Ashley Rillo-Albert, Elisa Perciballi, Daniela Ferrari, Minna-Mari Tervo, Mireia Gómez-Budia, Zdeněk Krejčík, Päivi Aakko-Saksa, Jari Koistinaho, Šárka Lehtonen, Katja M. Kanninen, Jan Topinka, Eija Jokitalo, Alejandra Sierra, Martina Schmidt, Amalia M. Dolga, Pasi I. Jalava, Paula Korhonen, Tarja Malm

“…However, the exact mechanisms of how traffic-related particles impact human microglia remain poorly understood.This study investigates the effects of diesel exhaust particles (DEPs) on human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived microglia-like cells (iMGL). We exposed iMGLs to three different DEPs and studied the impact on the iMGL transcriptome and functionality, focusing on cytokine secretion, mitochondrial respiration, lysosomal function, and phagocytosis. …”
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Energy consumption during impact cutting of canola stalk as a function of moisture content and cutting height by Mohsen Azadbakht, Ebrahim Esmaeilzadeh, Mostafa Esmaeili-Shayan

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Concentrated growth factor promotes gingival regeneration through the AKT/Wnt/β-catenin and YAP signaling pathways by Lei Qi, Lu Liu, Yue Hu, Jie Li, Jiayi Li, Ningning Cao, Fangxing Zhu, Chaoji Shi, Lei Zhang

“…To this end, gingival mesenchymal stem cells (GMSCs) were treated with different concentrations of CGF, and the effects of CGF on cell proliferation and migration; collagen-1 (Col-1), fibronectin (FN), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and angiopoietin-1 (Ang-1) expression; and the AKT, Wnt/β-catenin, and Yes-associated protein (YAP) signalling pathways were investigated. …”
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Estimation of System-Level Reliability Functions for the Power Grid Using Probabilistic Modeling and Monte Carlo Simulation by Ayman Faza

“…Our method provides a very simple formula for describing system level reliability despite the high complexity of its interconnections, and provides a mechanism to develop similar functions for other complex systems, including different types of networks or critical infrastructures, and can pave the way towards better modeling for the more intelligent future grids.…”
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Comparative transcriptome analysis of different tissues of Hylomecon japonica provides new insights into the biosynthesis pathway of triterpenoid saponins by Bing He, Teng Xu, Shaowei Xu, Huqiang Fang, Qingshan Yang, Qingshan Yang

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Comparative analysis of different modifications of elastic nail osteosynthesis in the treatment of children with extra-articular proximal humeral fractures by Dmitry I. Shabanov, Anatoly A. Korobeynikov

“…Introduction The relevance of studying the treatment of proximal humeral fractures in children stems from the high incidence of fractures in this anatomical region and the absence of a standardized treatment approach. …”

Development, Characterization, and Exploitation in Food Systems of Functional Ingredients Obtained from Artichoke By-Products Phenolic Extracts by Francesco Iervese, Arianna Paluzzi, Michela Cannas, Giulia D’Alessio, Antonio Piga, Carla Di Mattia

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Advancements in green extraction technologies for pectin enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and functional properties: a systematic review by R. J. Mapartida Yapias, F. Ore Areche, J. P. Echevarria Victorio, J. Paucarchuco Soto, G. R. Lobato Calderon, E. R. Palomino Santos, J. M. Montalvo Otivo, C. Flores-Miranda, A. Ruiz Rodriguez

“…Abstract Plants produce pectin as a versatile biopolymer stemming from their cell walls where it shows importance in food together with pharmaceuticals and cosmetics because of its gel-forming ability and thickening and stabilizing traits. …”
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Unpacking teachers’ cognitive engagement strategies with technology by employing the ICAP-TS by Robert Weinhandl, Christoph Helm, Branko Andic, Cornelia S. Große, Jonas Mayrhofer, Selina Baldinger

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Decarbonization process and productivity convergence: a global analysis of carbon total factor productivity by Jing Liu, Jianing Zhang, Dengfeng Cui

“…Results The findings reveal that (1) the global CTFP exhibited an overall upward trend with fluctuations over the sample period, with technological progress being the primary driving force. (2) There are significant gradient disparities in the global CTFP, primarily stemming from supervariable density, followed by intraregional and interregional differences, and these disparities are expanding. (3) While there is no evident σ-convergence in the global CTFP and CTFP of the four major regions, there are significant absolute and conditional β-convergence trends. …”
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Current strategies on kidney regeneration using tissue engineering approaches: a systematic review by Parham Torabinavid, Mohammad Hossein Khosropanah, Ashkan Azimzadeh, Abdol-Mohammad Kajbafzadeh

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Stromal Vascular Fraction: Biology and Application Outlook by V. N. Pavlov, A. A. Kazikhinurov, R. A. Kazikhinurov, M. A. Agaverdiev, I. F. Gareev, O. A. Beylerli, B. Z. Mazorov

“…This population includes many different cell types, i.a. adipose tissue stem cells (ATSCs), vascular endothelial and smooth muscle cells and their precursors, pericytes, fibroblasts, macrophages, T-lymphocytes, etc., excluding mature adipocytes. …”
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Functional Trait Trade-Offs for the Tropical Montane Rain Forest Species Responding to Light from Simulating Experiments by Peili Mao, Runguo Zang, Hongbo Shao, Junbao Yu

“…Differences among tropical tree species in survival and growth to light play a key role in plant competition and community composition. …”
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Super-Enhancers in Placental Development and Diseases by Gracy X. Rosario, Samuel Brown, Subhradip Karmakar, Mohammad A. Karim Rumi, Nihar R. Nayak

“…The proliferation of trophoblast stem (TS) cells and their differentiation into multiple lineages are pivotal for placental development and functions. …”
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A comprehensive dataset of morphological traits for Indian climbersZenodo by Abhishek Pujari, Nidhi Vastrad, Vivek Pandi, Vishnu Shreekara Bhat, Gayathri Rajendiran, Mahim Bhat, Vaishnavi Pai, Sruthi Raghavendra, Naveen Babu Kanda, Munisamy Anbarashan, Narayanaswamy Parthasarathy

“…Here, we present a database comprising 41,056 unique data points covering 16 morphological traits related to the stem, leaf, flower, and fruit across 2566 climber species, representing approximately 98 % of the known climber species of India. …”
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Effectiveness of using autologous platelet cryolysate after knee arthroscopy by S.I. Gerasymenko, M.V. Poluliah, A.M. Babko, A.S. Gerasymenko, D.M. Poluliah, R.M. Ostpchuk, D.S. Yarosh, O.M. Lushchii, N.Y. Marchenko

“…The findings indicate that APL the­rapy is the most effective treatment for knee ОА, significantly reducing pain, improving joint function, and accelerating recovery compared to stem cell therapy and traditional treatments. …”
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Composition, distribution, and bioactivity of polyphenols in pineapple Fibers: Insights from UHPLC-MS analysis for the development of antibacterial materials by Zhikai Zhuang, Jihua Du, Yangyang Qian, Yuhan Wang, Jiao Jing, Yijun Liu, Gang Chen

“…In this study, UHPLC-MS and OPLS-DA were used to comprehensively analyze the polyphenolic profiles in pineapple leaf (PLF), stem (PSF) and root (PRF) fibers, while evaluating their bioactive properties. …”
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Proteomic Characterization of Extracellular Vesicles from Human Neural Precursor Cells: A Promising Advanced Therapy for Neurodegenerative Diseases by Stricker PEF, de Oliveira NB, Mogharbel BF, Irioda AC, da Rosa NN, Lührs L, Saçaki CS, Munhoz da Rocha I, Alves LR, Poubel SB, Cardoso da Silva J, Carvalho PC, Fischer JSG, de Carvalho KAT

“…One such component released is extracellular vesicles containing proteins and genetic materials with immunomodulatory functions and facilitating cell-to-cell communication.Purpose: The study’s main objective was to characterize extracellular vesicles (EVs) from Human Neural Precursor Cells (hNPCs).Methods: Wharton’s Jelly mesenchymal stem cells (WJ-MSCs) were isolated by explant technique and characterized by flow cytometry and trilineage differentiation. …”
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