Restoration of degraded seagrass meadows: Effects of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) inoculation on Zostera marina growth, rhizosphere microbiome and ecosystem functionality.

The utilization of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) holds great promise for the restoration of damaged terrestrial plant ecosystems. However, there is a significant knowledge gap regarding the application of PGPR in rehabilitating aquatic ecosystems. In this study, we conducted a mesocosm experiment to investigate the effects of Raoultella ornithinolytica F65, Pantoea cypripedii G84, Klebsiella variicola G85, Novosphingobium profundi G86, and Klebsiella pneumoniae I109 on eelgrass (Zostera marina L.

Effect of total glycosides of on the energy metabolism of human HepG2 cells.

To study the anti-tumor effect of , HepG2 cells were treated with 0, 3.5, 10.5, 21, 31.

Beneficial for mental health, exercise more or less?

Regular physical activity may improve mental health during the pandemic by reducing inflammatory responses. However, overtraining or prolonged exercise training may adversely affect mental health.

Synaptosomal-Associated Protein 25 Gene Polymorphisms Affect Treatment Efficiency of Methylphenidate in Children With Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: An fNIRS Study.

Methylphenidate (MPH) is the first-line drug for the treatment of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); however, individual curative effects of MPH vary. Many studies have demonstrated that synaptosomal-associated protein 25 () gene I polymorphisms may be related to the efficacy of MPH. However, the association between I polymorphisms and changes in brain hemodynamic responses after MPH treatment is still unclear.

Hierarchical microstructure constructed with graphitic carbon-coated NiS nanoparticles anchored on N-doped mesoporous carbon nanoflakes for optimized sodium storage.

A hierarchical microstructure constructed with graphitic-carbon-coated NiS nanoparticles anchored on N-doped mesoporous carbon nanoflakes was fabricated using a nickel-based micro-nano structure as a precursor and polydopamine as a carbon source. By optimizing the microstructure, the obtained NiS/carbon composite compounded with the thickest carbon nanoflakes delivers ultrafast and stable Na-ion storage performance, and can maintain a reversible charge capacity of 372 mA h g at a current density of 5 A g over 250 cycles, and 316 mA h g even at a current density of 20 A g for 2000 cycles. These remarkable electrochemical properties can be attributed to its hierarchical microstructure of graphitic-carbon-coated NiS particles and N-doped mesoporous carbon nanoflakes, which provide easy accessibility to the electrolyte, fast electron transport and Na diffusion, and even relieve the strain caused by the volume expansion upon cycling.

Complete chloroplast genome sequence of (Saxifragaceae).

Bunge, Tibetan name 'Yajima,' growing in the highlands of China is a perennial herb belonging to the genus Saxifragaceae. As a traditional Chinese medicine, it has been used to treat digestive diseases for hundreds of years. The complete chloroplast genome of is 152,775 bp in length and comprises two inverted repeats (IR, 25,962 bp), a large single-copy region (LSC, 83,533 bp), and a small single-copy region (SSC, 17,318 bp).

RETRACTED: MiR-15a-5p targets FOSL1 to inhibit proliferation and promote apoptosis of keratinocytes via MAPK/ERK pathway.

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HS-GC-IMS detection of volatile organic compounds in Acacia honey powders under vacuum belt drying at different temperatures.

Honey is a commodity of great nutritional value, but deep-processed honey products are uncommon. Herein, we used vacuum belt dryer to dry Acacia honey at 60°C, 70°C, and 80°C, prepared it into powder, and analyzed its volatile compound differences. We established HS-GC-IMS method to detect the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) of these three Acacia honey powders (AHPs).

Complete plastid genome sequence of (Leguminosae).

(Pall.) Voss. is a deciduous shrub belonging to the genus , Leguminosae, and is mainly distributed in dry areas.

Cleansing efficacy and safety of bowel preparation protocol using sodium picosulfate/magnesium citrate considering subjective experiences: An observational study.

Background: Research data from patient reports indicate that the least bearable part of colonoscopy is the administration of laxatives for bowel preparation.

Aim: To observe the intestinal cleansing efficacy and safety of sodium picosulfate/magnesium citrate and to discuss the patients' experiences due to the procedure.

Methods: Subjects hospitalized in the International Medical Center Ward of Peking University International Hospital, Beijing, China, from April 29 to October 29, 2020, for whom the colonoscopy was planned, were enrolled.

Complete chloroplast genome of (Umbelliferae).

(Miq.) Koidz. is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the genus , Umbelliferae.

Complete chloroplast genome sequence of and (Saxifragaceae).

The complete chloroplast genome of Maxim. and L. were reported in this study.

Complete chloroplast genome sequence of and (Saxifragaceae).

The complete chloroplast genome of Oliv. and Fr. Schmidt.

Glycyrrhizic acid as an adjunctive treatment for depression through anti-inflammation: A randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Background: Recently, abundant evidence indicated proinflammatory cytokines might play a crucial role in pathophysiology and treatment of depression. According to our preclinical research, we propose glycyrrhizic acid (GZA) for an adjunctive treatment owing to its safety, economical and anti-inflammatory profile.

Methods: Eligible participants were recruited and randomly allocated into independent treatment groups of SSRI+GZA (n = 30) and SSRI+PBO (placebo, n = 26).

FoxO1 is a critical regulator of hepatocyte lipid deposition in chronic stress mice.

Forkhead box O1 (FoxO1) is involved in lipid metabolisms. However, its role in chronic stress-related nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is unclear. The scientific premise of our study was based on the finding that FoxO1 expression is increased in the liver of mice after chronic stress.

Photo-enhanced gas sensing of SnS with nanoscale defects.

Recently a SnS based NO gas sensor with a 30 ppb detection limit was demonstrated but this required high operation temperatures. Concurrently, SnS grown by chemical vapor deposition is known to naturally contain nanoscale defects, which could be exploited. Here, we significantly enhance the performance of a NO gas sensor based on SnS with nanoscale defects by photon illumination, and a detection limit of 2.

Molecular detection of uterine innate lymphoid cells in the immunological mouse model of pregnancy loss.

Innate lymphoid cells (ILCs) are newly identified members of the innate lymphocyte family, which can function as adaptive T cells and act as critical modulators of inflammatory processes within different tissues and immune diseases. The role of uterine ILCs (uILCs) has recently been elucidated alongside changes associated with normal pregnancy. However, the proportions of uterine ILCs and their role in unsuccessful pregnancy remain unclear.

Diet-induced obesity impairs spermatogenesis: a potential role for autophagy.

Autophagy is an evolutionarily conserved process that plays a crucial role in maintaining a series of cellular functions. It has been found that autophagy is closely involved in the physiological process of spermatogenesis and the regulation of sperm survival and motility. However, the role of autophagy in high-fat diet (HFD)-induced impaired spermatogenesis remains unknown.

Curcumin ameliorates high‑fat diet‑induced spermatogenesis dysfunction.

Curcumin, a type of natural active ingredient, is derived from rhizoma of Curcuma, which possesses antioxidant, antitumorigenic and anti‑inflammatory activities. The present study aimed to investigate whether treatment with curcumin reduced high‑fat diet (HFD)‑induced spermatogenesis dysfunction. Sprague‑Dawley rats fed a HFD were treated with or without curcumin for 8 weeks.

Can steroidal ovarian suppression during the luteal phase after oocyte retrieval reduce the risk of severe OHSS?

Background: Ovarian stimulation in IVF cycle results in luteal supraphysiological steroid concentrations especially for high response patients. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of ovarian steroid hormone suppression in luteal phase after oocyte retrieval for preventing severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) in high-risk patients with embryo cryopreservation.

Methods: 281 patients with high risk of OHSS were enrolled in this study among 4735 infertile women undergoing their first IVF treatment.

Protective effects of metformin on reproductive function in obese male rats induced by high-fat diet.

Purpose: The study aims to elucidate the changes in testicular spermatogenic function in high-fat diet (HFD)-induced obese rats and to evaluate the protective effects of metformin intervention.

Methods: Male Sprague-Dawley rats (n = 18) were randomly divided into a control group (standard diet), an HFD group, and a metformin group (HFD + metformin at 100 mg/kg, once daily by oral gavage). After 8 weeks, rats were euthanized, and the weights of body and testes were measured.

Cetrotide administration in the early luteal phase in patients at high risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: A controlled clinical study.

The aim of the present pilot study was to assess the feasibility and efficacy of Cetrotide administration in the early luteal phase in patients at high risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), undergoing embryo cryopreservation following superovulation. A total of 135 patients at high risk of OHSS and undergoing embryo cryopreservation were divided into two groups. In the treatment group (n=39), the patients received daily subcutaneous injections of 0.