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Drivers of macroinvertebrate assemblages in littoral and pelagic habitats of a large shallow lake: implications for bioassessment
Different measures of macroinvertebrate diversity (species diversity, functional diversity, phylogenetic diversity) and functional feeding groups (FFGs) are commonly used to assess the ecological status of lar...
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Correction: Empaglifozin improves kidney senescence induced by d-galactose by reducing sirt1-mediated oxidative stress
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Potential applications for eco-friendly wood preservative of the extracts of thermally degraded cobs and stalks of corn
While traditional wood preservatives may impede wood decay, their potential harm to both human health and the environment has led to limitations in their usage. This has spurred recent research to focus on see...
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Water-Soluble Se-Containing Proteins from Chicken Alleviate DSS-Induced Ulcerative Colitis in Mice via Inhibiting TLR4/MyD88 Pathway and Protecting the Goblet Cell Pathway
The influence of water-soluble selenium-containing proteins (WSSeP) in chicken on ulcerative colitis (UC) is not known. This work aims to investigate the effect of two WSSeP including h-Se with 1.78 μg Se/g an...
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The Relationship Between Heavy Metals and Missed Abortion: Using Mediation of Serum Hormones
Accumulating evidence suggests that heavy metal exposure may have adverse effects on the fetal development. Furthermore, disruption of serum hormone homeostasis can result in the adverse pregnancy outcomes. Th...
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Open AccessDNA methylation age acceleration contributes to the development and prediction of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is prevalent in the aging society. Despite body weight reduction, the prevalence of NAFLD has been increasing with aging for unknown reasons. Here, we investigate the ...
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Combination of Selenite and Butyrate Enhances Efficacy Against Colon Cancer by Targeting ASCT2-Mediated Amino Acid Metabolism
Drug combination is considered to be an effective approach to improve the efficacy of cancer therapy and chemoprevention. Selenite, a representative of inorganic form of selenium, and butyrate, a major short-c...
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The Role of Histone H2B Acetylation Modification in Aluminum-Induced Cognitive Dysfunction
Aluminum (Al) is a low toxic trace element that can accumulate in the nervous system and induce cognitive disorders characterized by reduced learning and memory ability. Neuroepigenetic effects are structural ...
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Open AccessMiR-425-5p suppression of Crebzf regulates oocyte aging via chromatin modification
Female infertility due to declining oocyte quality with age remains a significant challenge for patients and physicians, despite extensive research efforts. Recent studies suggest that microRNAs (miRNAs), whic...
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Leaf area index estimation in maize and soybean using UAV LiDAR data
Leaf area index (LAI) is a vital input variable for crop growth and yield prediction models. Therefore, rapid and accurate crop LAI estimates can offer important information for monitoring and managing the qua...
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Evaluation of machine learning-dynamical hybrid method incorporating remote sensing data for in-season maize yield prediction under drought
Effective yield forecasting is a key strategy for adaptation when facing food loss to climate variability. Currently, solar-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF) is an emerging remote-sensing index owing to i...
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Development of a loop-mediated isothermal amplification assay for rapid and sensitive detection of Hemileia vastatrix in coffee plantations
Coffee leaf rust (CLR) caused by Hemileia vastatrix is a devastating worldwide disease. Early monitoring is crucial for controlling CLR quickly and efficiently. However, accurately identifying CLR in its early st...
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Multi-modal fusion and multi-task deep learning for monitoring the growth of film-mulched winter wheat
The precision monitoring of film-mulched winter wheat growth facilitates field management optimization and further improves yield. Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is an effective tool for crop monitoring at the ...
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Association Between Multiple Metal(loid)s Exposure and Blood Lipid Levels: Evidence from a Cross-Sectional Study of Southeastern China
Exposure to essential and toxic metals occurs simultaneously as a mixture in real-life. However, there is no consensus regarding the effects of co-exposure to multiple metal(loid)s (designated hereafter metals...
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Comprehensive Insights into the Health Effects of Selenium Exposure and Supplementation Among the Chinese Community Middle-Aged and Elderly: a Combined Retrospective Cohort Study and Intervention Study
Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element for maintaining human health, for example, plays a crucial role in preventing aging-related diseases. However, most studies on the health effects of Se among the com...
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The modification of heme special importer to improve the production of active hemoglobins in Escherichia coli
To enhance the import of heme for the production of active hemoproteins in Escherichia coli C41 (DE3) lacking the special heme import system, heme receptor ChuA from E. coli Nissle 1917 was modified through molec...
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Beauveria bassiana (Ascomycota: Hypocreales) spores carried by Scleroderma guani (Hymenoptera: Bethylidae): a novel strategy for improving the control efficiency of Semanotus bifasciatus (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae) in the field
One common biocontrol strategy employed to combat the wood borer Semanotus bifasciatus Motschulsky (the Chinese fir borer, CFB) is the release of parasitic wasps, specifically Sclerodermus guani **ao et Wu. Howev...
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Open AccessEnhancing the fire resistance properties of thermally modified Robinia pseudoacacia wood with natural and synthetic flame retardants: chemical characterisation and fire behaviour
The increasing demand for wood with enhanced flame retardant characteristics in construction applications necessitates strategic interventions. This study explores the fire behaviour and chemical characterisat...
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Experimental study on withdrawal resistance for a screw in cross-laminated timber-bamboo composite
Hybrid cross-laminated timber (CLT), being a derivative of generic CLT, offers the advantages of combining different materials to achieve improved performance. This study focused on investigating the withdrawa...
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Effects of miR-204-5p and Target Gene EphB2 on Cognitive Impairment Induced by Aluminum Exposure in Rats
Aluminum is a common environmental neurotoxin. Aluminum ions can cross the blood–brain barrier and accumulate in different brain regions, damage brain tissue, and cause cognitive impairment, but the molecular ...
