A design of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum's flavonoid loaded polyvinylpyrrolidone nanoparticles for improving its bioavailability and biological activities.

Flavonoids in plant extracts exhibit significant biological activities but are limited by their low bioavailability. This research aimed to improve the functional properties by synthesizing polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) nanoparticles using flavonoids derived from T. hemsleyanum.

The role of defatted hydrolyzed egg yolk powder in protecting DHA algal oil.

This study comprehensively investigated DHA algal oil emulsions and microcapsules prepared with different egg yolk hydrolysates (DHYP). Dual-enzyme (phospholipase A1 and protease) treatment enhanced emulsion stability by boosting protein adsorption, reducing particle size, and increasing zeta potential. For microcapsules, EF-DUAL, treated with dual-enzymes, had improved solubility, dispersibility, and wall material compactness, effectively protecting DHA from oxidation.

Strategies for processing and valorization of ash gourd byproducts: A comprehensive review.

Ash gourd (Benincasa hispida) is cultivated for its medicinal benefits, with processing enhancing its health properties and shelf life. The processing industries generate significant byproducts, with peel and seeds common across all methods, along with lime (from petha sweet production), brine wastewater (from fermented foods), and pulp from juice processing. This review focuses on peel, seeds, and lime wastewater, which contain valuable compounds like polyphenols, terpenoids, essential oils, and ribosome-inactivating proteins known for their antioxidant and antibacterial properties.

Analysis of the antioxidant efficacy substances in fermented black mulberry juice and their preventive effects on oxidative stress in C2C12 cells.

This study evaluated the in vitro antioxidant activity and bioactive compound content of mixed-strain lactic acid bacteria-fermented black mulberry juice (FBMJ) and its protective effects against oxidative stress using physicochemical experiments and a cellular oxidative stress model. We also performed preliminary analyses of polysaccharide structures in FBMJ and identified the dynamic changes in the phenolic profiles of FBMJ during the fermentation process. The results indicated that FBMJ polyphenols can improve cell vitality and prevent HO-induced oxidative stress by reducing intracellular reactive oxygen species concentrations and regulating mitochondrial membrane potential.

Lipidomic profiling reveals the protective mechanism of nitrogen-controlled atmosphere on brown rice quality during storage.

Rice, a globally important staple, requires effective preservation methods to maintain its quality during extended storage. This study explored the efficacy of nitrogen-controlled atmosphere (NCA) storage in preserving the quality of brown rice during a one-year period using UHPLC-MS/MS based lipidomic profiling. A total of 1013 lipids were identified and categorized into five main groups.

Health-related quality of life and symptoms in patients with previously untreated, locally advanced or metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer treated with sintilimab or placebo plus pemetrexed and platinum (ORIENT-11): A randomized, double-blind, phase 3 trial.

Background: In the phase 3 ORIENT-11 study, sintilimab plus pemetrexed-platinum provided statistically significant longer overall survival and progression-free survival versus placebo plus pemetrexed-platinum as first-line treatment in patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Here, we report the patient-reported outcomes (PRO) analysis findings in ORIENT-11.

Methods: PROs were measured using the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life of Cancer Patients Questionnaire Core 30 items (EORTC QLQ-C30) and the Lung Cancer Symptom Scale (LCSS) questionnaire.

Histological and genetic features and therapeutic responses of lung cancers explored via the global analysis of their metabolome profile.

Background: Lung cancer is the deadliest disease globally, with more than 120,000 diagnosed cases and more than 75,000 deaths annually in Japan. Several treatment options for advanced lung cancer are available, and the discovery of biomarkers will be useful for personalized medicine. Using metabolome analysis, we aimed to identify biomarkers for diagnosis and treatment response by examining the changes in metabolites associated with lung cancer progression.

A molecular sensor for selective recognition of Fe by a functional seven-nuclear Zn(II) cluster compound formed from a quinoline-modified half-salamo-type Precursor.

In this paper, we designed and synthesized a novel based on quinoline modification half-salamo-type Zn(II) complex([Zn(L)(μ-OCH)]·(ClO)), namely ZP. The structure of ZP was determined by X-ray single-crystal diffraction, in which the Zn(II) ions displayed in two different coordination modes, ultimately forming a highly symmetric heptanuclear structure. The Zn(II) complex probe modified by quinoline luminescent group has excellent luminescence properties and selectively recognizes Fe in aqueous solution.

From pollutant to purifier: Leveraging plastic waste-derived activated carbon for sustainable water remediation solutions.

The ubiquitous presence of plastic waste presents a significant environmental challenge, characterized by its persistence and detrimental impacts on ecosystems. The valorization of plastic waste through conversion into high-value carbon materials offers a promising circular economy approach. This review critically examines the potential of plastic waste-derived activated carbon (PAC) as a sustainable and effective adsorbent for water remediation.

Non-reactive biochar and Bacillus pumilus RSB17-based healing powder: A sustainable solution for enhanced bacterial viability in self-healing mortar.

Existing mortar uses self-healing powders that are based on mineral admixtures, whose reactive nature negatively impacts bacterial viability and diminishes their effectiveness over time. This study aims to develop non-reactive, sustainable biochar-based healing powders with extended bacterial viability to serve as self-healing admixture in bio-mortar. Biochar from coconut husk, coconut shell, and coconut leaf petiole was evaluated for compatibility with Bacillus pumilus RSB17, emphasizing bacterial growth and calcium carbonate precipitation.

Pyrolytic conversion of construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) wood wastes in Québec to biochar: Production, characterization, and identifying relevant stability indices for carbon sequestration.

Management of heterogeneous construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) wood residues in Québec brings into light, a widespread topic under discussion related to their current disposal methods in landfills, that may lead to environmental concerns. With rising forfeitures from a legal standpoint, alternative treatment methods for CRD wood wastes are being explored. Thermochemical biomass conversion techniques can be employed to depolymerize low-quality end-of-life CRD wood and valorize it to bio-based products.

Multimodal cross-scale context clusters for classification of mental disorders using functional and structural MRI.

The brain is a complex system with multiple scales and hierarchies, making it challenging to identify abnormalities in individuals with mental disorders. The dynamic segregation and integration of activities across brain regions enable flexible switching between local and global information processing modes. Modeling these scale dynamics within and between brain regions can uncover hidden correlates of brain structure and function in mental disorders.

VNS-induced dose-dependent pupillary response in refractory epilepsy.

Purpose: The Locus Coeruleus (LC) plays a vital role by releasing norepinephrine, which contributes to the antiepileptic effects of Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS). LC activity also influences pupil dilation. Investigating VNS dose-dependent Pupillary Dilation Response (PDR) may provide novel neurophysiological insights into therapeutic response and allow for an objective and personalized optimization of stimulation parameters.

Improving hemodialysis patient depression outcomes with acupuncture: A randomized controlled trial.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture as a supplementary treatment for mild to moderate depression in hemodialysis patients.

Method: This multicenter, randomized, controlled, single-masked trial included 64 hemodialysis patients aged 18-75 divided into two groups. One group received genuine acupuncture, while the other received sham acupuncture over 12 weeks.

How an emotional intelligence intervention programme impacts the well-being and performance of teachers of basic general education.

Unlabelled: Emotional education helps to develop emotional intelligence skills and to bolster teachers' overall well-being.

Aims: to gauge the effectiveness of the programme designed to enhance the emotional intelligence, life satisfaction, life orientation, and work well-being of teaching staff. A quasi-experimental design was employed with an experimental group and a control group, using pre-test and post-test to measure changes.

CmTGA8-CmAPX1/CmGSTU25 regulatory model involved in trehalose induced cold tolerance in oriental melon seedlings.

Plants have developed complex regulatory networks to adapt to various stresses, including cold stress. Trehalose (Tre), known as the "sugar of life," plays a crucial role in enhancing cold tolerance by triggering antioxidation. However, the underlying regulatory mechanisms remain unclear.

Sustainable removal of gaseous Hg using sulfur functionalized biochar: Adsorption experiment and life cycle assessment.

Maximizing the sorption capacity of gaseous Hg by sulfur-functionalized biochar can lead to increased energy consumption and the production of secondary environmental pollutants such as greenhouse gases. This study evaluates the environmental impact of producing sulfurized biochar through a life cycle assessment (LCA), weighing these impacts against the benefits of enhanced Hg removal efficiencies. The biochar's Hg adsorption capacity, which ranges between 3 and 22 μg-Hg/g-biochar, is influenced by several factors: it increases with higher sulfur loading (0-15 %), higher O levels (0-21 %), and longer pyrolysis times (1-5 h).

Photochemical bomb: Precision nuclear targeting to activate cGAS-STING pathway for enhanced bladder cancer immunotherapy.

Activating the cGAS-STING pathway presents a promising strategy to enhance the innate immunity and combat the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. One key mechanism for triggering this pathway involves the release of damaged DNA fragments caused by nuclear DNA damage. However, conventional cGAS-STING agonists often suffer from limited nucleus-targeting efficiency and potential biotoxicity.

The second life for unused COVID-19 vaccines: Towards biosensing application.

Many vaccines have been produced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, an increasing number of vaccines have reached an expiration date without being used. Therefore, expired vaccines (EXVAX) based on virus-like particles (VLP) recombinant SARS-CoV2-S protein can be repurposed for biosensing application and provide a use, even though they are past their expiration date for vaccination.

Artificial intelligence enhanced microfluidic system for multiplexed point-of-care-testing of biological thiols.

Cysteamine (CA) serves as a cystine-depleting agent employed in the management of cystinosis and a range of other medical conditions. Monitoring blood CA levels at the point of care is imperative due to the risk of toxicity associated with elevated CA dosages. An additional significant challenge is presented by the intricate composition of human plasma and the presence of various interfering biological thiols, which possess similar structures or properties.

A bibliometric review on ghost fishing: Impacts on marine environment and governing measures.

Ghost fishing, the phenomenon of abandoned, lost, or discarded fishing gear (ALDFG) that continues to trap and kill marine life, represents a significant environmental and economic threat to marine ecosystems and fisheries worldwide. This review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of ghost fishing, examining its direct and indirect impacts on the marine environment and exploring the strategies employed to mitigate its effects. A total of 627 records from academic journals, government publications, research articles, and relevant online databases were screened using approved search engines.

Dyadic adjustment of persons with albinism and their significant other: A Bayesian mediation model of the Actor-Partner Interdependence (APIMeM).

Background: Limited standardized empirical research exists in France on the psychosocial implications of albinism, prompting an investigation into how affected persons adapt to their disabilities. Recent advancements in health psychology have led researchers to adopt a systemic approach, considering disabilities and involving close relatives in the adaptation process. The aim of this study was to explore the mediating role of dyadic coping within family dyads, where one is a person with albinism (PWA) and the other is a close relative.

Investigation of the effects and mechanism of Total Glycosides of paeony against Radiation-Induced brain injury through network Pharmacology, molecular docking and experimental Verification.

Background: Total glucosides of paeony (TGP), derived from the dried root of Paeonia, is a popular treatment for immune diseases. Radiation induced brain injury (RBI) is a common side effect of brain radiation therapy, but the efficacy of TGP in treating RBI remains uncertain.

Purpose: To evaluate the protective effects of TGP against RBI and elucidate its underlying mechanisms using pharmacological network analysis, molecular docking, and experimental validation.