Differential modulation of the cortical alpha rhythm and activation of distinct neural networks during tactile perception training by learners and non-learners by Kei Saito, Kei Saito, Naofumi Otsuru, Naofumi Otsuru, Kaito Tateishi, Ryuji Kurebayashi, Hideaki Onishi, Hideaki Onishi

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Degradation of bisphenol a using zinc oxide decorated by nickel ferrite nanoparticles toward persulfate activation in the presence of ultraviolet radiation by Emad Dehghanifard, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Babak Kakavandi, Roshanak Rezaei Kalantary

“…Lastly, the reusability of the photocatalyst and the overall efficiency of the process were assessed. Under optimal conditions (pH = 9, BPA concentration = 0.04 g/L, catalyst dosage = 0.3 g/L, and PS =  mM), the highest removal efficiency and mineralization of BPA after 15 min were found to be > 99.9% and 59.21%, respectively. …”
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Folic acid-modified celastrol nanoparticles: synthesis, characterization, anticancer activity in 2D and 3D breast cancer models by Siukan Law, Albert Wingnang Leung, Chuanshan Xu

“…The as-prepared folate receptor-targeted celastrol AuNP (FCA) was characterized using attenuated total reflection Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, UV-Vis spectrometry, transmission electron microscope, and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. …”
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Transcriptomic sequencing and expression verification of identified genes modulating the alkali stress tolerance and endogenous photosynthetic activities of industrial hemp plant. by Zeyu Jiang, Di Wang, Ye Che, Sikandar Amanullah, Ling Zhang, Siyuan Jie, Wei Yang, Mingze Wang, Lina Wang, Guochao Qi

“…The deformed photosynthetic apparatus induced by alkali-stress significantly inhibited the biosynthesis process of photosynthetic pigments, causing 49.25%, 52.72%, 65.31%, and 28.13% loss in total Chl, Chl a, Chl b, and carotenoids, respectively. …”
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Physicochemical components, antioxidant activity, and predictive models for quality of soursop tea (Annona muricata L.) during heat pump drying by Vu Ngoc Duc, Diep Duong Thi Ngoc, Nguyen Nhat An, Long Huynh Bao, Pham Binh An

“…Additionally, two and four mathematical models were used to analyze data on total flavonoid content (TFC) and antioxidant activity. …”
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The choice of a marketing channel to benefit corn producer’s welfare in Indonesia by Jusni Ambo Upe, Andi Aswan

“…The net profit margin obtained by intermediary traders per kg is different by types for each marketing channel due to different marketing activities leading to different costs spent. The most efficient marketing channel is the zero-level channel that conducts direct selling to breeders. …”
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Design Improvement of Permanent Magnet Motor Using Single- and Multi-Objective Approaches by Cvetkovski Goga, Petkovska Lidija

“…In this case, optimising the efficiency of the motor, reducing cogging torque, and minimising the total weight of active materials are defined as possible objective functions. …”
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Cytokinins combined with activated charcoal do not impair in vitro rooting in Quercus robur L.: insights from morphophysiological and hormonal analyses by João Paulo Rodrigues Martins, Amir Mohammad Mokhtari, Mikołaj Krzysztof Wawrzyniak

“…Notably, mT-treated plantlets developed root systems with improved anatomical features conducive to transport efficiency. CKs at 8 µM significantly enhanced stem thickening via stimulated cambial activity. …”
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Unlocking the Functional Food Potential of <i>Capparis spinosa</i>: Optimizing Ultrasound Extraction, Phytochemical Analysis, and Assessing Antioxidative Activities by Abdulhakim Naffati, Aleksandra Mišan, Saša Kenig, Katja Kramberger, Zala Jenko Pražnikar, Ana Petelin, Aleksandra Cvetanović Kljakić, Abdelmoumen Benmerzoug, Nasrien Elfarrah, Alena Stupar

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Discussion of antimicrobial and antifungal activity of 4-amino-5-methyl-4H-1,2,4-triazole-3-thiol by T. V. Kravchenko, O. I. Panasenko, Ye. G. Knysh

“…Total results of antifungal and antimicrobial activity. …”
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Recent Advances in Vitamin E TPGS-Based Organic Nanocarriers for Enhancing the Oral Bioavailability of Active Compounds: A Systematic Review by Chee Ning Wong, Siew-Keah Lee, Yang Mooi Lim, Shi-Bing Yang, Yik-Ling Chew, Ang-Lim Chua, Kai Bin Liew

“…After screening by title and abstract, 52 full-text articles were analyzed. A total of 21 papers were excluded while 31 papers were used in this review. …”
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Optimizing Ergothioneine Biosynthesis and Antioxidant Activity in <i>Agaricus</i> spp. Through Amino Acid Supplementation and Yeast–Peptone Mixtures by Hojat Ghahremani-majd, Hasan Mumivand, Parisa Khanizadeh, Fatemeh Bakhshipoor, Sergio Argento

“…This study explores the effects of amino acid supplementation (methionine, cysteine, and histidine) and yeast–peptone mixtures on ergothioneine production, antioxidant activity, total phenolic content, and growth rate in various <i>Agaricus</i> species; this was conducted through two distinct experiments within a completely randomized design. …”
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Effective removal of naphthalene from water using bacteria and bacteria-load carrier materials by Kui Liu, Wen-Chieh Cheng, Wen-Chieh Cheng, Yi-Xin Xie, Yi-Xin Xie, Lin Wang, Lin Wang, Zhong-Fei Xue, Zhong-Fei Xue, Bowen Yang, Hao Zhang, Jia Min, Miao Yao

“…Three carrier materials—activated carbon (AC), calcium alginate (CA), and composite gel beads (CO)—were evaluated for their adsorption, biocompatibility, and thermal stability. …”
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The antibacterial activity of nano-encapsulated basil and cinnamon essential oils against certain multidrug-resistant bacteria recovered from infected wounds by Noura El-Kattan, Kamilia A.M. Allam

“…This study was conducted to evaluate the antibacterial activity of nano-encapsulated essential oils of basil (Ocimum basilicum) and cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria. …”
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Investigation of the Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Ultrasound-Assisted Extracted Phenolics from <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> Pomace by Iuliana Aprodu, Carmen Lidia Chitescu, Leontina Grigore-Gurgu, Loredana Dumitrașcu

“…The ultrasound amplitude was tested between 20% and 60%, for 10 min, with the highest concentrations of total polyphenols and antioxidant activity being measured at a 30% amplitude. …”
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Irrigation combined with organic fertilizer could promote the environmental health of soil available nutrients and improve the functional activity of saponins in Panax Notoginseng by Yunfei Tuo, Chunyan Xie, Shaojun Wang, Ping Xiang, Qiliang Yang, Xiahong He

“…Farmers increased the amount of irrigation, excessive application of pesticides and fertilizers to improve the economic income of Panax Notoginseng, resulting in several negative consequences, including the degradation of soil structure, the disruption of nutrient cycling, decreased resource use efficiency, and a decline in the functional activity of saponins. …”
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Activity-based costing for HIV, primary care and nutrition services in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic literature review and synthesis by Diana Bowser, Anna Sombrio, Neto Coulibaly, Noah Mark

“…Key search terms included: (1) activity-based costing and time-driven activity-based costing, (2) cost of services, (3) HIV interventions OR (4) primary health care. …”
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Optimized Biochar from Chicken Manure via Hydrothermal Activation and Catalytic HTC: Properties and CO₂ Reduction Potential by Seong-Yeun Yoo, Thi. Thu-Trang Ho, Ahmad Nadeem, Seong-Su Kim, Kangil Choe, Jai-Young Lee

“…This study applied a three-step process consisting of hydrothermal activation (ZnCl₂ or H₃PO₄), catalytic hydrothermal carbonization (HCl or FeCl₃), and low-temperature pyrolysis (250 °C) to develop an energy-efficient method for producing biochar. …”
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Oxygen nanobubble-induced hyperoxia: Effects on growth, digestive enzyme activity, intestinal morphology, and biochemical parameters in kuruma prawn (Penaeus japonicus) by Jiadong Guo, Yi Chen, Yuntian Zhang, Rongwei Zhang, Kotoya Inaba, Tatsu Osato, Xiaoran Zhao, Yuzhe Han, Tongjun Ren

“…Oxygen nanobubble (NB-O2) technology constitutes an efficient and stable approach for the release of dissolved oxygen (DO), frequently leading to a substantial elevation in DO levels within the water. …”
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SELECTION OF INVESTMENT PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATION OPTIONS by A. V. Kozlovsky, N. A. Moiseenko, O. E. Astafieva

“…The traditional indicators of investment efficiency have been analysed. The expediency of using the indicator of the total reduced costs necessary for the implementation of the project has been substantiated. …”
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