Carbon dioxide reduction through mineral carbonation by steel slag.

Carbon dioxide (CO) mineralization technology has attracted significant attention, due to the synergistic terminal treatment of CO and industrial waste. The combined CO mineralization process with steel enterprises is a promising route to simultaneously address CO emissions and SS treatment. Recently, a serial of the relevant work focus on a single type of steel slag (SS), and the understanding of CO absorption by mineralization of various SS is very lacking.

Improved physicochemical and functional properties of dietary fiber from matcha fermented by Trichoderma viride.

The low-grade matcha is rich in insoluble dietary fiber. Trichoderma viride was used to increase the soluble dietary fiber to improve its functional properties. The soluble dietary fiber content increased from 6.

Exploring the clinical efficacy and mechanism of high-position colon dialysis combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine retention enema in real-world patients with stage 3-5 chronic kidney disease (non-dialysis) based on the theory of the Gut-Kidney axis.

With societal and economic development, the annual incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is increasing. Current treatments for CKD are limited, and once patients progress to the uraemic stage, it places a significant economic burden on families and society. Based on the "gut-kidney axis" theory and real-world research, this study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy, safety, and potential mechanism of high-position colon dialysis combined with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) retention enema in treating stage 3-5 chronic kidney disease (non-dialysis).

Intolerance of uncertainty fuels preservice teachers' smartphone dependence through rumination and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study.

Objectives: We aimed to explore the relationship among intolerance of uncertainty (IU), rumination, anxiety, and smartphone dependence (SPD) in preservice teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: Two cross-sectional studies were conducted with Chinese preservice teachers, using questionnaires on IU, rumination, anxiety, and SPD. Data were analyzed using AMOS 24.

Metabolite Profiling of External and Internal Petals in Three Different Colors of Tea Flowers () Using Widely Targeted Metabolomics.

The flower is the reproductive organ of the tea plant, while it is also processed into different kinds of products and thus of great significance to be utilized. In this study, the non-volatile secondary metabolites in the internal and external petals of white, white and pink, and pink tea flowers were studied using a widely targeted metabolomics method with ultra-high liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS). A total of 429 metabolites were identified, including 195 flavonoids, 121 phenolic acids, 40 alkaloids, 29 lignans and coumarins, 19 tannins, 17 terpenoids, and 8 other metabolites.

Epidemiological characteristics of New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in the Fourth hospital of Hebei Medical University.

The epidemiological characteristics of New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase-Producing (NDM) Enterobacteriaceae were analyzed to provide theoretical support for clarifying the distribution characteristics of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) in the hospital environment and early identification of susceptible patients. From January 2017 to December 2021,42 strains of NDM-producing Enterobacteriaceae were gathered from the Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, primarily Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Enterobacter cloacae. The micro broth dilution method combined with the Kirby-Bauer method was used to determine the minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of antibiotics.

The effects of acupuncture on clinical efficacy and steady-state visual evoked potentials in insomnia patients with emotional disorders: A randomized single-blind sham-controlled trial.

The aim of this study was to observe the clinical effects and brain electrical potential changes following acupuncture in the treatment of insomnia patients with mood disorders. Ninety patients with insomnia who met the inclusion criteria were randomly divided into the active acupuncture group (AA group, = 44) and sham acupuncture group (SA group, = 46) at a ratio of 1:1. The primary outcome was the total score of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and the secondary outcomes were the total effective rate, Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS), Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS) scores, and values of steady-state visual evoked potentials (SSVEP).

Pyroptosis Provides New Strategies for the Treatment of Cancer.

Cancer is an important cause of death worldwide. The main types of cancer treatment are still surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and immunotherapy is becoming an important cancer treatment. Pyroptosis is a type of programmed cell death that accompanies an inflammatory response.

Functional connectivity impairment of thalamus-cerebellum-scratching neural circuits in pruritus of chronic spontaneous urticaria.

Unlabelled: Pruritus of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) is one of the most common and irritating sensations that severely affects the quality of life. However, the changes in the functional connectivity (FC) between thalamic subregions and other brain regions have not been fully elucidated. This study aimed to explore the potential changes in brain neural circuits by focusing on various subregions of the thalamus in patients with CSU pruritus to contribute to the understanding of chronic pruritus from the perspective of central mechanisms.

Acupuncture for gastrointestinal urticaria: A protocol for systematic review and network meta-analysis.

Introduction: The purpose of this review is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in the treatment of patients with gastrointestinal urticaria (GU) and to provide a clinician's guide to GU treatment options.

Methods And Analysis: We plan to search multiple databases (i.e.

Acupuncture for Uremic Pruritus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Uremic pruritus (UP) is a chronic disease that can seriously affect the quality of life of dialysis patients. Acupuncture is a non-medication therapy that has been used to treat pruritus disorders. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the treatment of UP.

Genome-level diversification of eight ancient tea populations in the Guizhou and Yunnan regions identifies candidate genes for core agronomic traits.

The ancient tea plant, as a precious natural resource and source of tea plant genetic diversity, is of great value for studying the evolutionary mechanism, diversification, and domestication of plants. The overall genetic diversity among ancient tea plants and the genetic changes that occurred during natural selection remain poorly understood. Here, we report the genome resequencing of eight different groups consisting of 120 ancient tea plants: six groups from Guizhou Province and two groups from Yunnan Province.

Acupuncture for patients with chronic pruritus: protocol of a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: Chronic pruritus (CP) frequently occurs in many skin and systemic diseases, and adversely affects quality of life. This systematic review aims to evaluate treatment effects of acupuncture on CP.

Methods And Analysis: An electronic and manual search will be conducted for all acupuncture treatments for CP, from the inception date of predefined database up to 28 February 2020.

Higher neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio is associated with better prognosis of hepatocellular carcinoma.

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most common malignant tumors worldwide; its morbidity and mortality have both recently increased. Lately, the role played by the neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) in the development of HCC has attracted attention. However, the exact relationship is not fully understood.

Effect of acupuncture on chronic bronchitis: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: Chronic bronchitis (CB) is a clinically common and recurrent respiratory disease. However, many trials have shown that acupuncture can effectively treat CB. There is currently no systematic review of this therapy.

Effect of Chinese medicine prescription on nephrotic syndrome: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is a common chronic recurrent kidney disease. Many trials have shown that Chinese medicine prescription (CMP) can effectively treat NS. The program aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of CMP for NS.

Effect of auriculotherapy on chronic low back pain: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a clinically common and recurrent disease. However, many trials have shown that auriculotherapy (AT) can effectively treat CLBP. There are currently no systematic reviews of this therapy.

The effects of active acupuncture and placebo acupuncture on insomnia patients: a randomized controlled trial.

The purpose of this study was to observe and compare the clinical efficacy of active acupuncture and placebo acupuncture in the treatment of insomnia and mood disorders. 96 patients with insomnia in Chengdu were randomly divided into two groups (1:1). The active acupuncture group (AA group n = 48) received the tube of Park sham device with deep needle insertion.

Randomized clinical trials towards a single-visit cure for chronic hepatitis C: Oral GSK2878175 and injectable RG-101 in chronic hepatitis C patients and long-acting injectable GSK2878175 in healthy participants.

Single-visit cures for chronic hepatitis C are lacking. We conducted two clinical studies towards the goal of developing a regimen for single-visit cure. In a randomized, open-label, Phase 2 study (RG101-04), investigators enrolled 26 adult chronic hepatitis C patients to evaluate safety and efficacy of single subcutaneous injection of RG-101 (4 mg/kg) and daily oral tablets of GSK2878175 (20 mg) for 6, 9 or 12 weeks.

Fast and Selective Removal of Aqueous Uranium by a K-Activated Robust Zeolitic Sulfide with Wide pH Resistance.

For the nuclear industry, uranium is not only an important strategic resource but also a serious global contaminant with radiotoxicity and high chemotoxicity. It is very important to efficiently capture uranium from complex aqueous solutions for further treatment and disposal of nuclear wastes. Herein, we first demonstrate the suitability of a three-dimensional (3D) water-stable K-exchanged zeolitic sulfide, namely K@GaSnS-1, for the remediation of radioactive and toxic uranium by ion exchange.

Autologous whole-blood or autologous serum acupoint injection therapy for chronic urticaria: A systematic review protocol.

Background: Chronic urticaria (CU) is a common and easily recurring skin disease in the world. Many trials have shown that autologous whole-blood or autologous serum acupoint injection therapy is effective in treating CU. There is currently no systematic review of this therapy.

Magnolol and Honokiol Attenuate Apoptosis of Enterotoxigenic Escherichia Coli-Induced Intestinal Epithelium by Maintaining Secretion and Absorption Homeostasis and Protecting Mucosal Integrity.

BACKGROUND The cortex of Magnolia officinalis has long been used as an element of traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of anxiety, chronic bronchitis, and gastrointestinal dysfunction. This study aimed to elucidate the underlying mechanism of its functional ingredients (magnolol and honokiol) in modifying the secretion and absorption homeostasis and protecting mucosal integrity in an Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC)-induced diarrhea mouse model. MATERIAL AND METHODS This study established a diarrhea mouse model infected by ETEC at a dosage of 0.

l-Theanine prevents ETEC-induced liver damage by reducing intrinsic apoptotic response and inhibiting ERK1/2 and JNK1/2 signaling pathways.

l-Theanine (LTA; γ-glutamylethylamide), a peculiar non-protein-derived amino acid isolated from tea, is widely used as a functional ingredient and dietary supplement. l-Theanine has been confirmed to have hepatoprotective effects, but the underlying mechanism remains unknown. This study investigated the protective effect of l-Theanine-in vivo, using an enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC)-infected mouse model.

General Machine Learning Model, Review, and Experimental-Theoretic Study of Magnolol Activity in Enterotoxigenic Induced Oxidative Stress.

This study evaluated the antioxidative effects of magnolol based on the mouse model induced by Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (E. coli, ETEC). All experimental mice were equally treated with ETEC suspensions (3.

Magnolol and honokiol regulate the calcium-activated potassium channels signaling pathway in Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli-induced diarrhea mice.

To explore the regulatory mechanisms of magnolol and honokiol on calcium-activated potassium channels signaling pathway in Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC)-induced diarrhea mice, the concentrations of serum chloride ion (Cl(-)), sodium ion (Na(+)), potassium ion (K(+)) and calcium ion (Ca(2+)) were measured. Additionally, the mRNA expressions of calmodulin 1 (CaM), calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II alpha subunit (CaMKIIα) and beta subunit (CaMKIIβ), ryanodine receptor 1, inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors (IP3 receptors), protein kinases C (PKC), potassium intermediate/small conductance calcium-activated channels (SK) and potassium large conductance calcium-activated channels(BK)were determined. A diarrhea mouse model was established using ETEC suspensions (3.