Assessing the influence of matcha green tea extract on NF-κB/MAPK signaling pathway activation in rats: A study on irradiation-induced acute hepatic inflammatory response by Noha Sayed Hamed, Eithar K. El Adham, Amal I. Hassan

“…Next, a series of biochemical experiments were conducted to examine the impact of M on lipid peroxidation levels, antioxidant enzyme activities, and pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-10, and TNF-α) in liver tissue. …”
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Assessment of Interleukin-1β in Saliva of Smoker and Non-smoker Patients with Chronic Periodontitis. by Solav Abdul-Qadir Mustafa, Haween T. Nanakaly, Hozan Wrya Azeez

“…Materials and methods: Gingival index, Plaque index, probing pocket depth, clinical attachment level, bleeding on probing were assessed in 84 subjects who were equally divided in to three groups. group I periodontally healthy non-smoking subjects ; group II non-smokers with chronic periodontitis; group III smokers with chronic periodontitis; Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) test was used for quantification of Interleukin (IL)- 1β in the saliva samples. …”
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Acute hepatitis of non-specified etiology by Ye. V. Tsyganova, O. O. Znoyko, N. D. Yushchuk, K. R. Dudina, M. G. Isagulyants, N. V. Petrakova, T. V. Petrova, M. I. Mikhaylov

“…To estimate pathogenic and diagnostic value of detection of hepatotropic viruses components (DNA, RNA, antigens) and antiviral immune response at acute hepatitis of non-specified etiology by the methods of enzyme-linked immunoassay (EIA), polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and Т-cellular lymphocytes proliferation in response to HCV antigens stimulation.Methods. …”
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Increasing the concentration of plasma molecules improves the biological activity of platelet-rich plasma for tissue regeneration by Mikel Sánchez, Jon Mercader Ruiz, Daniel Marijuán Pinel, Pello Sánchez, Nicolás Fiz, Jorge Guadilla, Juan Azofra, Maider Beitia, Diego Delgado

“…Different growth factor (GF) levels were measured using Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), and in addition to the increase in intra-platelet GFs found in standard PRP (sPRP), BPCP also showed a higher concentration of plasmatic protein. …”
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Immunological efficiency of Haemophilus influenzae type b polyribosyl ribitol phosphate combined with detoxified lipooligosaccharide in a rabbit model by Amin Arsang, Seyed Davar Siadat, Masoumeh Saberpour, Farshad Nojoomi

“…Serum samples were acquired on days 0, 14, and 28 post-immunization, then IgM and IgG levels were assayed by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Results: The concentrations of PRP, dLOS, and endotoxin were 1160 mg/L, 440 μg/mL, and 1450 EU/mL, respectively. …”
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The Impacts of Breakthrough Drug Classes on Total Healthcare Expenditures by Zeynal Karaca, Steven N. Wiggins

“…We examined six different groups of breakthrough drugs, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, statins, angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, histamine type 2 antagonists, proton pump inhibitors, calcium channel blockers and fluoroquinolones. …”
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Digestion, faeces microbiome, and selected blood parameters in dogs fed extruded food containing Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) meal by Kanber Kara, Oğuzhan Kahraman, Fatma İnal, Zekeriya Safa İnanç, Sena Yilmaz Öztaş, M. Selçuk Alataş, Ibrar Ahmed

“…As a result, HI larva meal can be used up to 100% instead of chicken meal in extruded dog food without any negative effects on body weight, digestibility, faecal score, consumption preference, kidney-liver enzyme activities and immunological parameters. Besides, HI larva meal at 7.5% and 15% in extruded dog food had different effects on the faecal microbiome.…”
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Manganese biofortification in grapevine by foliar spraying improves volatile profiles of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and wine sensory traits by Ruihua Ren, Miaomiao Wang, Lijian Zhang, Fuxian Ren, Bowei Yang, Huangzhao Chen, Zhenwen Zhang, Qingqing Zeng

“…Manganese (Mn) is involved in plant metabolism as an enzyme cofactor. However, the role of Mn in the formation of volatile compounds in grapes has rarely been studied. …”
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Matrix metalloproteinase-3 is a potent prognostic factor associated with cell proliferation and migration in prostate cancer by Ai Sato, Kiyoshi Takagi, Mio Yamaguchi-Tanaka, Jotaro Okushima, Yuto Yamazaki, Akihiro Ito, Takashi Suzuki

“…Matrix metalloproteinase-3 (MMP3) is an enzyme that degrades several ECM components and is implicated in human malignancies. …”
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Nanobody-thioesterase chimeras to specifically target protein palmitoylation by Chien-Wen Kuo, Caglar Gök, Hannah Fulton, Eleanor Dickson-Murray, Samuel Adu, Emily K. Gallen, Sheon Mary, Alan D. Robertson, Fiona Jordan, Emma Dunning, William Mullen, Godfrey L. Smith, William Fuller

“…We conclude that nanobody enzyme chimeras represent an approach to specifically manipulate PTMs, with applications in both the laboratory and the clinic.…”
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Combination of Gilbert's syndrome and gastrointestinal diseases by G. M. Dubrovina, O. K. Botvinyev, A. I. Kolotilina

“…Mutation of encoding gene — A (TA) 7TAA A is the principal cause of insufficiency of this enzyme, however development of clinical syndrome and severity of symptoms is related to other factors as well (male gender, additional genetic mutations, et al.). …”
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Monoclonal anti-CD38 therapy in human myeloma: retrospects and prospects by Alberto L. Horenstein, Angelo C. Faini, Angelo C. Faini, Fabio Morandi, Erika Ortolan, Paola Storti, Nicola Giuliani, Nicola Giuliani, Paul G. Richardson, Fabio Malavasi, Fabio Malavasi

“…Despite CD38’s still central role in MM therapy, too little attention has been paid to its broader roles–not only as a myeloma marker but also as an enzyme and adhesion molecule in physiology. This review, a collaborative effort between basic scientists and clinical experts, explores some of the lesser-known mechanisms of antibody action and interactions with CD38 at key stages of treatment. …”
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Optimization of Enzymatic Hydrolysis Process, Structural Characterization and Antioxidant Activity Analysis of Gastrodia elata Polysaccharide by Yunfei HU, De ZHOU, Qinglan ZENG, Jinsong HE, Ming ZHAO, Qingyan TANG

“…Results revealed that the optimal enzymolysis process was as follows: enzyme dosage, 460 U/g, enzymolysis time, 100 min, enzymolysis temperature, 60 ℃, enzymolysis pH, 5.4. …”
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Eating Habits, Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Clinical and Laboratory Comparisons by O. V. Gaus, M. A. Livzan

“…All individuals included in the study were assessed for diet and eating habits using the WHO CINDI program questionnaire, “Information on Nutrition and Eating Behavior”, the severity of anxiety and depression according to the HADS questionnaire, the level of specific anxiety in relation to gastrointestinal symptoms according to the VSI questionnaire, quality of life according to the IBS-QoL questionnaire. In addition, the enzyme immunoassay method was used to assess the levels of cortisol in the morning and evening portions of saliva, serotonin in the blood serum and dopamine in the blood plasma.Results. …”
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Progress Analysis and Development Prospects of Soil Ecological and Environmental Effects of Interlayer Construction by JIA Zhenjiang, WU Yangyang, LI Wangcheng, MA Dongxiang, CHEN Jihong, GAO Susu, NIU Xiaoxiao, XU Tianyuan

“…[Methods] The effects and regulation mechanisms of interlayer construction on soil physical structure, soil water-salt-heat, soil nutrient status, soil enzyme activities, soil microbial properties, and crop productivity were comprehensively addressed. …”
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Hepatoprotective Effects of Nasturtium Officinale and Allium Polyanthum Extracts on CCL4- Induced Hepatic Damage In Albino Rats by Shkar Rzgar K.Rostam, Zana Hassan Ibrahim, Rebaz Rebwar Mala, Soran Qadir Abdul

“…Results: CCl4-treated rats were showed significant increase (p < 0.05) in the levels of serum enzyme activities (AST, ALT, & ALP), TSB and MDA; reflecting the hepatocellular damage caused by CCl4 compared with NC rats, whereas   the levels of TP and ALB were decreased. …”
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Modifiable life style factors and male reproductive health: a cross-sectional study in IVF clinic attendees in Ghana by Brodrick Yeboah Amoah, Saliah Yao Bayamina, Cosmos Gborsong, Hubert Owusu, George Awuku Asare, Emmanuel Kwabena Yeboah, Josephine Ablakwa, Georgina Hammond

“…Hormonal profiles (LH, FSH, testosterone, estradiol) were measured using the enzyme-linked fluorescent assay (ELFA). Statistical analyses included Pearson's product-moment correlation and Bonferroni correction.ResultsSmoking and psychological stress were significantly associated with reduced sperm motility, viability, and concentration (p &lt; 0.05). …”
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Biodegradability of Cellulose Fibers, Films, and Particles: A Review by Martin A. Hubbe, Jesse S. Daystar, Richard A. Venditti, Joel J. Pawlak, Marielis C. Zambrano, Morton Barlaz, Mary Ankeny, Steven Pires

“…Although cellulose is subject to well-known enzyme-promoted mechanisms of biodegradation, the evolution of plant materials has favored development of some resistance to decay, i.e. recalcitrance. …”
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Meta-analysis examining the association between low platelet monoamine oxidase levels and Zuckerman's sensation seeking scale in a sex dependent manner by Jordan Winfield, Ian A. Mendez, Gabriel A. Frietze

“…Monoamine oxidase (MAO) is an enzyme in the brain responsible for breaking down neurotransmitters. …”
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Development of tolerance to bedaquiline by overexpression of trypanosomal acetate: succinate CoA transferase in Mycobacterium smegmatis by Gloria Mavinga Bundutidi, Kota Mochizuki, Yuichi Matsuo, Mizuki Hayashishita, Takaya Sakura, Yuri Ando, Gregory Murray Cook, Acharjee Rajib, Frédéric Bringaud, Michael Boshart, Shinjiro Hamano, Masakazu Sekijima, Kenji Hirayama, Kiyoshi Kita, Daniel Ken Inaoka

“…We introduced into Mycobacterium smegmatis an alternative ATP production pathway by substrate-level phosphorylation, specifically through overexpression of trypanosomal acetate:succinate co-enzyme A (CoA) transferase (ASCT). Intriguingly, the overexpression of ASCT partially restored intracellular ATP levels and resulted in acquired tolerance to BDQ growth inhibition at low, but not high concentrations of BDQ. …”
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