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Semi-supervised filter feature selection based on natural Laplacian score and maximal information coefficient
As a crucial preprocessing step in data mining, feature selection aims to obtain an excellent feature set, so as to improve the accuracy of classifiers and reduce the training time. This task is non-trivial, e...
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Quantitative distribution characteristics of force chains for asphalt mixtures with three skeleton structures using discrete element method
Three digital specimens of asphalt mixtures (AC-13, SMA-13 and OGFC-13) were reconstructed to conduct a virtual simple performance test using the discrete element method. The distribution characteristics of fo...
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Open AccessBerberine mediates root remodeling in an immature tooth with apical periodontitis by regulating stem cells from apical papilla differentiation
Once pulp necrosis or apical periodontitis occurs on immature teeth, the weak root and open root apex are challenging to clinicians. Berberine (BBR) is a potential medicine for bone disorders, therefore, we pr...
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Open AccessGap junction-mediated cell-to-cell communication in oral development and oral diseases: a concise review of research progress
Homoeostasis depends on the close connection and intimate molecular exchange between extracellular, intracellular and intercellular networks. Intercellular communication is largely mediated by gap junctions (G...
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Open AccessTGF-β1 facilitates cell–cell communication in osteocytes via connexin43- and pannexin1-dependent gap junctions
Connexins and pannexins are two families of channel forming proteins that are able to pass small molecules to achieve communication between cells. While connexins have been recognized to mediate gap junctional...
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Open AccessDisturbed bone remodelling activity varies in different stages of experimental, gradually progressive apical periodontitis in rats
Bone remodelling keeps going through the lifespan of human by bone formation and bone resorption. In the craniofacial region, mandibles act as the main force for biting and chewing, and also become susceptible...
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Open AccessAberrant activation of latent transforming growth factor-β initiates the onset of temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis
There is currently no effective medical treatment for temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJ-OA) due to a limited understanding of its pathogenesis. This study was undertaken to investigate the key role o...
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Open AccessBMP7 and EREG Contribute to the Inductive Potential of Dental Mesenchyme
Odontogenesis is accomplished by reciprocal signaling between the epithelial and mesenchymal compartments. It is generally accepted that the inductive mesenchyme is capable of inducing the odontogenic commitme...
