Impact of copper stress in the intestinal barriers and gut microbiota of Chinese stripe-necked turtle (Mauremys sinensis) by Zeeshan Ali, Ijaz Khan, Muhammad Shahid Iqbal, Haitao Shi, Li Ding, Meiling Hong

“…This study investigates the effects of copper on the intestinal health of Chinese stripe-necked turtle, focusing on histomorphology, mucosal barrier function, gene expression, and gut microbiota. …”
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Characterization and simulation of AlGaN barrier structure effects in normally-off recessed gate AlGaN/GaN MISHEMTs by An-Chen Liu, Hsin-Chu Chen, Po-Tsung Tu, Yan-Lin Chen, Yan-Chieh Chen, Po-Chun Yeh, Chih-I Wu, Shu-Tong Chang, Tsung-Sheng Kao, Hao-Chung Kuo

“…This is attributed to the hot electrons effect under the action of the high electric field to promote electrons to overcome potential energy barriers that are injected into a buffer, barrier, or insulating layers and trapped there, degrading off-state BV capability.…”
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Gut microbiome diversity as adjuvant marker for immune function by Mahdaleny, Febriana Catur Iswanti

“…The lumen of the gut contains numerous entities that should never reach the bloodstream or lymphatic system. The mucosal barrier's integrity is maintained by a single layer of tightly fitted columnar epithelial, and more than 70% of the immune system components are closely associated with the GI tract. …”
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Natural biopolymers in edible coatings: Applications in food preservation by Arun Karnwal, Gaurav Kumar, Rattandeep Singh, Manickam Selvaraj, Tabarak Malik, Abdel Rahman Mohammad Al Tawaha

“…Made from natural biopolymers such as proteins, polysaccharides, and lipids, these coatings form a thin, edible layer on food surfaces. This barrier reduces moisture loss, protects against oxidative damage, and limits microbial growth, thereby extending shelf life while preserving food quality. …”
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Evolution of concept of esophageal motor disturbances in pathogenesis of gastroesophageal reflux disease by V. T. Ivashkin, A. S. Trukhmanov

“…To present up-to-date data on the role of disorders of motor function of the esophagus in development of gastroesophageal reflux disease and mechanisms of transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxations (TLESR) on functional activity of antireflux barrier.Original positions. There are several components of TLESR mechanism: decrease of the lower esophageal sphincter pressure, modulated by inhibiting impulses; decrease of compression by crures of diaphragm; intensive contraction of longitudinal muscles of the esophagus; relaxation of circular musculature layer at its distal part. …”
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Unraveling the adsorption and diffusion behavior of H and O atoms at Zr(0001) surface doped with a Nb/Sn atom: A first-principles study by Rongjian Pan, Aitao Tang, Jiantao Qin, Qingqing Wang, Lu Wu

“…With the formation of a surface oxide or hydride layer of the zirconium alloy, the ductility of the nuclear rod decreases obviously. …”
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Machine Learning Classification Model to Label Sources Derived from Factor Analysis Receptor Models for Source Apportionment by Vikas Kumar, Vasudev Malyan, Manoranjan Sahu, Basudev Biswal

“…This process can act as another layer of the process for verification of the results of FA receptor models. …”
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Mechanisms of bacterial-to-host interaction and their disorders at inflammatory bowel diseases by Ye. A. Poluektova, O. S. Lyashenko, A. V. Korolev, O. S. Shifrin, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Disorder of barrier function of intestine at IBD patients, in combination to prevalence of opportunistic and pathogenic microorganisms in intestinal biome, results in essential overload of innate and adaptive immune system.Conclusion. …”
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Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Mentoring as Support for African Women’s Academic Career Trajectories by Renitha Rampersad

“…Balancing a career as a female academic, including parenting and family obligations adds another layer of complication, often resulting in breakdown. …”
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EFFICACY AND ADAPTATION OF E-LEARNING IN INDIAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS DURING COVID-19 by Jayashree Saha, Papori Baruah

“…., which needs to be addressed by administration. The main barriers, as per our study, are the paucity of interactivity between the parties and drawbacks in the method adopted for teaching. …”
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Cloned airway basal progenitor cells to repair fibrotic lung through re-epithelialization by Yu Zhao, Yueqing Zhou, Weipan Zhang, Mingzhe Liu, Jun Duan, Xiaopeng Zhang, Qiwang Ma, Yujia Wang, Yuzhen Zhang, Zhongliang Guo, Ting Zhang, Wei Zuo

“…Here we show that in murine and monkey models, the KRT5+ P63+ progenitor cells in airway basal layer can enter the alveolar area post fibrotic injury. …”
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Gas drainage and utilization in coal mines in China: History, technological advances, and prospects by Guofu LI, Chao LI, Bichuan ZHANG, Yun XU, Zheng WANG, Xianjun ZHOU

“…Concurrently this period has seen the development and extensive applications of many safe transportation technologies and devices, including water sealing of fire barriers and explosion venting devices, dry flame arresters, and explosion suppression devices through water mist/automatic powder spraying. …”
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Developing and validating a HEalthCare NAvigation Competency (HECNAC) Scale for refugees in the United States. by Sarah Yeo, Inseok Lee, John Ehiri, Priscilla Magrath, Kacey Ernst, Yu Ri Kim, Halimatou Alaofè

“…Refugees often encounter additional layers of challenges to healthcare navigation due to unfamiliarity with the system, limited health literacy, and language barriers. …”
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Inkjet-printed electronics for rapid and low-cost prototyping of digital microfluidic devices using an off-the-shelf printer by Babak Kamali Doust Azad, Amirhossein Roozbahani, Seyed Mohammad Tabatabaei, Amirali Valinejad, Alireza Fazelian, Kimia Shahmoradi, Fatemeh Khatami, Seyed Mohammad Kazem Aghamir, Mohammadreza Kolahdouz

“…Inkjet-printing eliminates the need for costly printed circuit board technology or microfabrication facilities, significantly lowering the barriers to entry for researchers in the field of DMF technology. …”
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