Enhanced angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibition and antioxidant activities through synergistic green tea and black rice extracts by Worrapob Chaisan, Nuttinee Salee, Peeraporn Pakakaew, Niramon Utama-ang

“…These findings suggest that the combined extract could serve as a valuable functional ingredient, enhancing access to bioactive-rich resources for nutritionally supportive and sustainable diets. …”
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Recent Advances in the Mechanisms of Quality Degradation and Control Technologies for Peanut Butter: A Literature Review by Xinyan Liu, Xuchun Zhu, Zhaowei Han, Hongzhi Liu

“…Future research should focus on improving the structural properties and functional performance of these nanoparticles to enhance their practical application as emulsifiers. …”
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Recovery priorities in degenerative cervical myelopathy: a cross-sectional survey of an international, online community of patients by Benjamin Davies, Mark Kotter, Oliver Mowforth, Iwan Sadler, Bizhan Aarabi, Jefferson R Wilson, Robert Grossman, Michael G Fehlings, Brian Kwon, Shekar Kurpad, James S Harrop

“…Individuals ranked recovery domains (arm and hand function, walking, upper body/trunk function, sexual function, elimination of pain, sensation and bladder/bowel function) in order of priority. …”
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Two major ecological shifts shaped 60 million years of ungulate faunal evolution by Fernando Blanco, Ignacio A. Lazagabaster, Óscar Sanisidro, Faysal Bibi, Nicola S. Heckeberg, María Ríos, Bastien Mennecart, María Teresa Alberdi, Jose Luis Prado, Juha Saarinen, Daniele Silvestro, Johannes Müller, Joaquín Calatayud, Juan L. Cantalapiedra

“…Functional diversity continues to increase, peaking around 10 Ma. …”
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Recognising and valuing the cultural significance of biodiversity in coastal marine territories through plural knowledges systems: Advancing the mission of the intercultural univer... by Fátima Alves, Diogo Guedes Vidal, Rosário Rosa, Helena Freitas, Hermano Castro

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A self-adhesive hierarchical nanofiber patch for dynamic and multistage management of full-thickness cutaneous wounds by Lihuang Wu, Yuqi Wang, Xinyue Zhao, Tingting Zhao, Junhua Li, Yi Kuang, Yiyan He, Shengxiang Yang, Zhongwei Gu, Hongli Mao

“…Standard clinical wound dressings often fall short in providing the adaptability and functionality required for the entire healing process. …”
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Comparative analysis of Opuntia ficus-indica mucilage and gum arabic as wall materials in anthocyanin-rich raspberry pomace microencapsulation for potential food packaging applicat... by NP Mbonambi, F Seke, OA Fawole

“…These findings support the use of raspberry pomace as a functional ingredient, aligning with waste valorisation strategies. …”
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A Non-Specific Phytohormone Regulatory Network in <i>Saccharina japonica</i> Coordinates Growth and Environmental Adaptation by Jiexin Cui, Jinli Zhu, Yinru Dai, Jincheng Yuan, Wen Lin, Tao Liu

“…Key pathways, such as carotenoid biosynthesis and cysteine methionine metabolism, were found to be differentially enriched across tissues, aligning with hormone accumulation patterns. Additionally, an enrichment analysis of differentially expressed genes between various parts indicated that different parts of <i>S. japonica</i> performed distinct functions even though it does not have organ differentiation. …”
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Contribution of health system governance in delivering primary health care services for universal health coverage: A scoping review. by Resham B Khatri, Aklilu Endalamaw, Daniel Erku, Eskinder Wolka, Frehiwot Nigatu, Anteneh Zewdie, Yibeltal Assefa

“…Sociocultural contexts and community values should inform decision-making aligning health needs and services to achieve universal access to PHC services.…”
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Nutritional Value and Therapeutic Benefits of Dragon Fruit: A Comprehensive Review with Implications for Establishing Australian Industry Standards by Si-Yuan Chen, Cheng-Yuan Xu, Muhammad Sohail Mazhar, Mani Naiker

“…By addressing this gap, this review can potentially help Australia to position its dragon fruit industry to achieve greater consistency, competitiveness, and consumer appeal. As the demand for functional foods continues to rise, aligning Australian production practices with global standards becomes critical to meeting domestic market expectations. …”
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Point-SPV: end-to-end enhancement of object recognition in simulated prosthetic vision using synthetic viewing points by Ashkan Nejad, Ashkan Nejad, Ashkan Nejad, Burcu Küçükoǧlu, Jaap de Ruyter van Steveninck, Sandra Bedrossian, Joost Heutink, Joost Heutink, Gera A. de Haan, Gera A. de Haan, Frans W. Cornelissen, Marcel van Gerven

“…Our approach prioritizes task-oriented representation, aligning visual outputs with object recognition needs. …”
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Assessment of CPME as Sustainable Low VOC Alternative to Hexane: Optimization of Extraction Efficiency and Bioactive Compound Yield from Fenugreek Seed Oil Using Computational and... by Ameni Ben Abdennebi, Emna Chaabani, Mariem Ben Jemaa, Majdi Hammami, Saber Khammassi, Salma Nait Mohamed, Wissem Aidi Wannes, Ibtissem Hamrouni Sellami, Anne-Sylvie Fabiano Tixier, Iness Bettaieb Rebey

“…Thus, this paper highlights the functional advantages of CPME, focusing on its efficiency, selectivity, and enhanced retention of bioactive compounds, positioning it as a superior extraction solvent for fenugreek seed oil compared to hexane.…”
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Genomic Insights into <i>Neofusicoccum laricinum</i>: The Pathogen Behind Chinese Larch Shoot Blight by Jialiang Pan, Zhijun Yu, Wenhao Dai, Chunhe Lv, Yifan Chen, Hong Sun, Jie Chen, Junxin Gao

“…Population structure analyses, including principal component analysis and phylogenetic tree, revealed clear genetic differentiation aligning with geographic origin and climate. Functional annotation (GO and KEGG) highlighted enrichment in metabolic, stress-response, and membrane transport pathways, suggesting potential adaptation to varied temperature regimes and environmental pressures. …”
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Lumped parameter modeling and experimental characterization of pressure effects in a roller-type peristaltic pump with neoprene tubing for dialysis machines. by Carlo Carotenuto, Federico Ferrari, Stefano Salerno, Federico Bernabei, Wassim Lababidi, Luca Montorsi, Massimo Milani

“…Dialysis machines are vital devices for individuals with chronic kidney diseases, functioning as artificial kidneys to purify blood by removing waste and excess fluid. …”
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Bioengineered cardiovascular bypass grafts via in vivo self-assembly of scaffold-guided tubular tissue in rats by Shiqi Hu, Xiuhong Sun, Rui Zhou, Kai Fu, Yunfei Mo, Jialin Xu, Xiaoyan Shen, Shiwen Liu, Yuqing Niu

“…Our method significantly shortens the fabrication time of bioengineered vessels—from several months to two weeks—thereby aligning with the critical time window required for elective cardiovascular bypass surgery. …”
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Identifying Priority Areas for Planning Urban Green Infrastructure: A Fuzzy Artificial Intelligence-Based Framework by Leonardo Massato Nicacio Nomura, Adriano Bressane, Vitoria Valente Monteiro, Inara Vilas Boas de Oliveira, Graziele Ruas, Rogério Galante Negri, Alexandre Marco da Silva

“…The system’s modular structure, use of triangular membership functions, and incorporation of the gamma operator allow for adaptable prioritization across different planning horizons. …”
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Les syndicats, les commissaires et le politique : (re)valorisations et conflits autour de la profession policière en Tunisie (2011-2022) by Audrey Pluta

“…These elements tend to reverse the hierarchical pyramid within the police, but also create desirable professional horizons for officers who were previously excluded from certain functions. In this respect, the trade unions are part of the revolutionary themes and the political construction of a discourse of "dignity" in a socio-professional sense. …”
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Vanadium Stress-Driven Microbial Acclimation Enhances Biological Denitrification in Recycling of Vanadium-Containing Industrial Wastewater by Yihuan She, Yimin Zhang, Qiushi Zheng, Zhenlei Cai, Yue Wang, Nannan Xue

“…By integrating microbial resilience with circular economy principles, our strategy offers a scalable prototype for sustainable vanadium extraction, aligning with low-carbon metallurgy demands in clean energy transitions. …”
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An Experimental Dynamic Investigation of the Influence of Melatonin, Serotonin and Tryptophan on the Stability of the DNA Structure by Cristina Manuela Drăgoi, Anca Zanfirescu, Ion-Bogdan Dumitrescu, Anca Ungurianu, Denisa Marilena Margină, Alina-Crenguţa Nicolae

“…Tryptophan, an essential amino acid, serves as a vital structural element in proteins and a precursor for bioactive compounds like serotonin and melatonin, which impact various physiological functions. Methods: Experimental studies have been conducted to reveal the interaction mechanisms of these endogenous indole derivatives with calf thymus DNA (ct-DNA). …”
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Study on the extraction, antioxidant and prebiotic activity of the polysaccharides from the fruits of Phyllanthus emblica L. by Haotian Huang, Haotian Huang, Xiaobo Zhou, Mengge Sun, Mengge Sun, Jiajie Chen, Jiajie Chen, Tao Tan, Dongsheng Yang

“…These conditions achieved an extraction yield of 8.09%, aligning with the predicted value. The UMSE method showed higher extraction efficiency and sugar content compared to traditional water extraction, with a reduction in impurities. …”
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