Four new species of Simon, 1884 (Araneae, Linyphiidae) from Jiangjin District of Chongqing, China.

Four new species of the genus Simon, 1884 are described from Jiangjin, Chongqing: (♂), (♂♀), (♂♀), and (♂♀). The new species exhibit distinctive genital features, such as a bifurcated embolus tip in the male palp of and , and embolus tip unbifurcated in The epigynes display more unique characteristics, such as epigynal plate with a pit ventrally on its frontal face in and , which is absent in all other known species. Detailed descriptions, along with photographs of genital characters, somatic features, and a distribution map, are provided.

Stability and pH-Dependent Mechanism of Astaxanthin-Loaded Nanoemulsions Stabilized by Almond Protein Isolate.

Pickering emulsions (PEs) of natural plant proteins enriched in fat-soluble components are gaining consumer interest for healthier and sustainable products. The aim of this study is to prepare PEs for stabilizing almond protein isolated (API) particles loaded with astaxanthin using ultrasound technology. The loose structure of the API at pH levels of 3 and 12, with contact angles of 68.

Therapy-Related Symptoms and Sense of Coherence: The Mediating Role of Social Support and Hope in Lung Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy.

Aim: To investigate the current status of the sense of coherence in lung cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and explore the mediating role of social support and hope in the relationship between therapy-related symptoms and sense of coherence.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study to investigate lung cancer chemotherapy patients aged 18 years or older who completed at least two cycles of chemotherapy. Patients were recruited from the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University's chemotherapy day ward from May to December 2023.

On three species of ctenids (Araneae: Ctenidae) from Tibet, China.

Three species of the spider family Ctenidae Keyserling, 1877 are recorded from Tibet of China, including two new species described here: Amauropelma medogensis sp. nov. (♂♀) and Bowie rotundus sp.

Review of the wolf spider genus Xerolycosa Dahl, 1908 from China (Araneae: Lycosidae).

The wolf spider of genus Xerolycosa Dahl, 1908 from China is reviewed, including four species: X. miniata (C.L.

Systematics of cybaeid spiders endemic to the Japanese Archipelago, and their historical biogeographic implications (Araneae: Cybaeidae).

The epigean and subterranean spiders of the genus Cybaeus L. Koch, 1868 are distributed in the Holarctic, and are highly diversified in western North America and Japan. More than 100 species have been described from the Japanese Archipelago and several species assemblages have also been recognised among the Japanese Cybaeus based on their morphological similarities.

Review of the wolf spider genus Azarkina & Trilikauskas, 2019 from China (Araneae, Lycosidae).

The wolf spider genus Azarkina & Trilikauskas, 2019 from China is reviewed, including two species: (L. Koch, 1878) (♂♀) and (Urita, Tang & Song, 1993) (♂♀). Both species are restricted to northern China, with recorded from China for the first time.

Nonsurgical endodontic retreatment of C-shaped maxillary molars: case reports and review of literature.

The root canal systems of maxillary first molar (MFM) and maxillary second molar (MSM) variations represent a clinical challenge for endodontists, especially the prevalence of fused C-shaped roots. Having a thorough knowledge of root canal configuration is an extremely important point for a successful root canal treatment to avoid missing extra canals. The aim of this article was to present 2 cases of maxillary molar with an unusual C-shaped configuration diagnosed during root canal retreatment/treatment and conduct a literature review of the MFM and MSM anatomy.

Description of six new crab-spider species and first description of the male of Liu & Yao, 2023 from Medog, Xizang, China (Araneae, Thomisidae).

Seven species of the crab-spider family Thomisidae from Medog, Xizang, China are described here, including six new species: Wang, Lu & Zhang, (♂♀), Wang, Lu & Zhang, (♂♀), Wang, Lu & Zhang, (♂♀), Wang, Lu & Zhang, (♂♀), Wang, Lu & Zhang, (♂♀), and Wang, Lu & Zhang, (♂♀). The male of Liu & Yao, 2023 is described here for the first time. Descriptions and photographs of all the species are provided.

Characterisation of an edible active film prepared from bacterial nanocellulose/forsythia essential oil Pickering emulsions with funoran and its application in fresh meat.

This study sought to develop an edible active film by integrating Pickering emulsions of forsythia essential oil and bacterial nanofibers at various concentrations into a film-forming matrix composed of funoran (F). The stability of the emulsions was evaluated through examination of the micro-morphology, particle size and distribution, 7-day emulsification index, and embedding rate of the Pickering emulsions. Subsequently, selected Pickering emulsions were incorporated into F to generate the edible active film.

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Fabrication and characterization of edible Pickering emulsion stabilized by donkey myofibrillar protein.

This study aims to investigate the properties of edible Pickering emulsions (PEs) stabilized by donkey myofibrillar protein (DMP). The DMP was characterized by an atomic force microscope and interfacial tensiometer. The PEs stabilized by DMP were characterized by a confocal laser scanning microscope, rheometer, and lumisizer stability analyzer.

Impact of Packaging Methods Coupled with High Barrier Packaging Loaded with TiO on the Preservation of Chilled Pork.

This study investigated the impact of packaging methods coupled with high barrier packaging loaded with titanium dioxide (TiO) on the quality of chilled pork. The experiment consisted of three treatment groups: air packaging (AP), vacuum packaging (VP), and vacuum antibacterial packaging (VAP). Changes in total viable count (TVC), pH value, total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N) value, sensory attributes, and water holding capacity of pork were analyzed at 0, 3, 6, 9, and 12 d.

 gen. nov., a new genus of Cicurinidae (Arachnida, Araneae) from Xizang, China, with description of two new species.

Wang & Zhang, , a new genus belonging to Cicurinidae, is established, and two new species are described, Wang & Zhang, (♂♀, type species) and Wang & Zhang, (♂♀), from Xizang, China. Detailed descriptions of somatic features and genital characteristics, photos of the habitus, photos and drawings of the copulatory organs, and a distribution map are provided.

Influence of sources and atmospheric processes on metal solubility in PM in urban Guangzhou, South China.

Water-soluble metals exert a significant influence on human and ecosystem health. In this study, a comprehensive investigation was undertaken to elucidate the solubilities of metals in PM and potential influencing factors during the dry season of 2019-2020 in urban Guangzhou, South China. The observed average solubility was <20 % for Al, Fe, Sn, and Ti; 20-40 % for V, Cr, Sb, Pb, and Ni; 40-60 % for Ba and Cu; and 60-80 % for Zn, As, Se, Cd, and Mn.

Dietary Effect of Curcumin on Amino Acid, Fatty Acid, and Volatile Compound Profiles of Chicken Meat.

This study investigated the dietary effect of curcumin (CUR) on amino acid, 5'-nucleotides, fatty acid, and volatile compound profiles of chicken meat. A total of 400 healthy 1-day-old broiler male chicks were divided into 4 groups ( = 10) and fed either a basal diet or a diet with the addition of CUR with concentrations of 100 mg/kg, 150 mg/kg, and 200 mg/kg for 43 days. The results show that the addition of CUR in chicken diets is conducive to promoting the deposition of amino acids and increasing the content of 5'-nucleotides in chicken meat, reducing the contents of saturated fatty acid (SFA) and C20:4 n6 but increasing the ratio between polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) and SFA.

Fabrication and characterization of Karaya gum-based films reinforced with bacterial nanocellulose stabilized valerian root extract Pickering emulsion for lamb meat preservation.

A novel biodegradable film was fabricated by incorporating bacterial nanocellulose stabilized valerian root extract (VRE) Pickering emulsion into karaya gum with better antioxidant and antibacterial properties for lamb meat preservation. The valerian root extract Pickering emulsion (VPE) exhibited 98 ± 1.84 % encapsulating efficiency and excellent physical stability with an average particle size of 274.

Seven new species of the subgenus Malloch (Diptera, Lauxaniidae, ) from Jiangjin District, southwestern Chongqing, China.

Seven new species of the subgenus Homoneura are described, Homoneura (Homoneura) biconica Chen & Li, , Homoneura (Homoneura) dilatata Chen & Li, , Homoneura (Homoneura) jiangjinensis Chen & Li, , Homoneura (Homoneura) microtricha Chen & Li, , Homoneura (Homoneura) multiseta Chen & Li, , Homoneura (Homoneura) serrulata Chen & Li, , Homoneura (Homoneura) simianshana Chen & Li, , which were collected from Jiangjin District, southwestern Chongqing, China and are assigned to the group. A key to all of the 53 species of this species group in China is presented.

Study on the mechanical and aging properties of an antibacterial composite resin loaded with fluoride-doped nano-zirconia fillers.

Preventing the occurrence of secondary caries serves as one of the significant issues in dental clinic, thus make it indispensable to improving the properties of conventional composite resin (CR) by developing a novel CR. In present study, two groups of experimental CRs loaded with different contents of fluoride-doped nano-zirconia fillers (25 wt% and 50 wt%) were fabricated. The surface topography, mechanical performance, fluoride release, antibacterial effect, aging property and cytotoxicity of the experimental CRs were evaluated subsequently.

Ant-eating spiders from Xizang, China (Araneae, Zodariidae).

Six species of the ant-eating spider of the family Zodariidae are described from Xizang, China, including five new species: (♀), (♂♀), (♂), (♂♀), and (♂♀). The female of (Hu, 2001) is described here for the first time. Descriptions and photographs of all the species are provided.

New insights into the influences of firework combustion on molecular composition and formation of sulfur- and halogen-containing organic compounds.

Firework (FW) events occur during various festivals worldwide and substantially negatively influence both air quality and human health. However, the effects of FWs on the chemical properties and formation of organic aerosols are far from clear. In this study, fine particulate matter (PM) samples were collected in a suburban area in Qingdao, China during the Chinese Spring Festival.

Decorin in the spatial control of collagen mineralization.

Understanding the molecular mechanism by which the periodontal ligament (PDL) is maintained uncalcified between two mineralized tissues (cementum and bone) may facilitate the functional repair and regeneration of the periodontium complex, disrupted in the context of periodontal diseases. However, research that explores the control of type I collagen (COL I) mineralization fails to clarify the detailed mechanism of regulating spatial collagen mineralization, especially in the periodontium complex. In the present study, decorin (DCN), which is characterized as abundant in the PDL region and rare in mineralized tissues, was hypothesized to be a key regulator in the spatial control of collagen mineralization.