Entangled biphoton generation in the myelin sheath.

Consciousness within the brain hinges on the synchronized activities of millions of neurons, but the mechanism responsible for orchestrating such synchronization remains elusive. In this study we employ cavity quantum electrodynamics to explore entangled biphoton generation through cascade emission in the vibration spectrum of C-H bonds within the lipid molecules' tails. The results indicate that the cylindrical cavity formed by a myelin sheath can facilitate spontaneous photon emission from the vibrational modes and generate a significant number of entangled photon pairs.

Red blood cell folate level is associated with periodontitis in American adults: results from the NHANES 2009-2014.

Background: Red blood cell (RBC) folate is an indicator of long-term folate nutrition. Whether there is an association between RBC folate and periodontitis is unclear. This study aimed to use the NHANES database to determine whether RBC folate is associated with moderate/severe periodontitis.

Mechanism of action of Coptidis Rhizome in treating periodontitis based on network pharmacology and in vitro validation.

Objective: Explore the therapeutic mechanism of Coptidis Rhizome (CR) in periodontitis using network pharmacology, and validate it through molecular docking and in vitro experiments.

Methods: Screened potential active components and target genes of CR from TCMSP and Swiss databases. Identified periodontitis-related target genes using GeneCards.

The associations of two novel inflammation indexes, systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) and system inflammation response index (SIRI), with periodontitis: evidence from NHANES 2009-2014.

Objectives: The research's goal is to look for any potential relationships between the systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) and the system inflammation response index (SIRI), along with inflammation indicators and the likelihood of periodontitis.

Methods: Ten thousand two hundred eighty-two individuals in sum were determined to be eligible for this cross-sectional study from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) between 2009 and 2014. Multiple logistic regression, generalized additive model, smooth curve fitting, subgroup analysis, and interaction tests were done for analyzing the association between periodontitis and SII, SIRI, and other inflammatory indicators.

A New Hyperchaotic 4D-FDHNN System with Four Positive Lyapunov Exponents and Its Application in Image Encryption.

In this paper, a hyperchaotic four-dimensional fractional discrete Hopfield neural network system (4D-FDHNN) with four positive Lyapunov exponents is proposed. Firstly, the chaotic dynamics' characteristics of the system are verified by analyzing and comparing the iterative trajectory diagram, phase diagram, attractor diagram, 0-1 test, sample entropy, and Lyapunov exponent. Furthermore, a novel image encryption scheme is designed to use the chaotic system as a pseudo-random number generator.

Synergistic Optimization Strategy Involving Sandwich-like MnO@rGO and Laponite-Modified PAM for High-Performance Zinc-Ion Batteries and Zinc Dendrite Suppression.

Optimization of the cathode structure and exploration of a novel electrolyte system are important approaches for achieving high-performance zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) and zinc dendrite suppression. Herein, a quasi-solid-state ZIB combining a sandwich-like MnO@rGO cathode, a laponite (Lap)-modified polyacrylamide (PAM) hydrogel electrolyte, and an electrodeposited zinc anode is designed and constructed by a synergistic optimization strategy. The MnO composite prepared through the intercalation of rGO shows developed mesopores, providing accessible ion transport channels and exhibiting a high electrical conductivity.

A SnO Quantum Dots Embedded Carbon Nanocage Network with Ultrahigh Li Storage Capacity.

Tin-based materials with high specific capacity have been studied as high-performance anodes for energy storage devices. Herein, a SnO ( = 0, 1, 2) quantum dots@carbon hybrid is designed and prepared by a binary oxide-induced surface-targeted coating of ZIF-8 followed by pyrolysis approach, in which SnO quantum dots (under 5 nm) are dispersed uniformly throughout the nitrogen-containing carbon nanocage. Each nanocage is cross-linked to form a highly conductive framework.