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Cocoa seed extract induces antiproliferative and pro-apoptotic effects in HT-29 colorectal cancer cells

The beneficial therapeutic actions of cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) in the treatment of cancer, attributed to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, are well-established. The aim of this study was to investigate the anticarcinogenic effect of cocoa on colorectal cancer cells...

Development of an Efficient In Vitro Propagation Protocol for the Elite Bidah Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Landrace in Saudi Arabia

The Bidah pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) is an elite landrace native to Wadi Bidah in the Al-Baha region of Saudi Arabia. This cultivar is distinguished by its unique taste, high yield, genetic component, and phytochemical profile. In addition, its resilience to harsh environme...

Operating Characteristics of Diaphragm Compressors in Hydrogen Refueling Stations Based on Actual Operational Data

With the rapid development of the hydrogen energy industry, hydrogen refueling stations have become a critical component of hydrogen infrastructure, and the operational performance of their core compression equipment directly affects the safety and reliability of the entire stati...

Sustainable closed-loop recycling of spent graphite anodes via pre-oxidation and carbon coating

To achieve high-value recovery of graphite anodes from spent lithium-ion batteries, conventional hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical routes face environmental and economic bottlenecks, including complex wastewater treatment, high energy consumption and equipment corrosion. T...

Psychiatric and substance use disorder polygenic scores are associated with the exposome in youth

Abstract Gene-environment correlations (rGE) present challenges for accurately estimating the individual and joint contributions of genetic and environmental influences on risk for psychiatric and substance use disorders. The present study examined rGE between polygenic risk scor...

Protocol for the isolation, enrichment, and culture of murine adipose progenitor cells

We present a protocol for isolating and culturing murine adipose progenitor cells (APCs) from adipose tissue. We describe steps for tissue dissection, unit-normalized enzymatic digestion, stromal vascular fraction (SVF) isolation, APC enrichment, and cell culture. We then detail...

Tensile properties and bond behaviour to concrete of thermoplastic GFRP bars at elevated temperature

Thermoplastic glass fibre-reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars offer a more versatile and sustainable alternative to conventional thermoset bars, given their ability to be bent on-site and potential for easier recycling. However, as a newly developed technology, its mechanical performa...

Investment as a mediating variable between macroeconomic indicators and the optimization of Islamic banking financing and funding

Purpose This study aims to examine how macroeconomic and governance factors influence financing optimization in Islamic banking, with investment positioned as a central transmission mechanism within a dual banking system. Design/methodology/approach This study uses a quantitative...

Limited Gut Microbiome Differences Between Relapsing–Remitting and Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis: A Shotgun Metagenomic Study

The gut microbiome may contribute to multiple sclerosis (MS) pathophysiology, but its relationship with disease phenotype and progression remains unclear. To characterize taxonomic and functional gut microbiome differences between relapsing–remitting MS (RRMS) and secondary progr...

Knotless Suture Repair For Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability: A Systematic Review and Single-Arm Meta-Analysis

Introduction There is a need to assess the use of knotless sutures in cohorts with chronic ankle instability (CAI). Methods A literature search of Embase, Ovid MEDLINE, Cochrane Library and Scopus was conducted from each database’s inception to August 15, 2025. Eligible studies r...

Childhood facial emotion recognition: Associations with the parental emotional environment and child emotional and behavioral problems

Abstract Impairments in negative facial emotion recognition (FER) are widely reported in children with internalizing and externalizing problems; however, it remains unclear whether these impairments reflect response biases or reduced discrimination accuracy. Children’s emotion so...

Association between estradiol and endothelium-dependent vasodilation in the gingiva of young premenopausal women

Abstract Background This study aimed to investigate the associations of age and estradiol levels with gingival blood flow (GBF), with a specific focus on endothelium-dependent vasodilation in premenopausal women during the menstrual (MEN) and periovulatory (OVU) phases of the men...

Achieving High Spatial Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy Studies in Closed Liquid Cells

Liquid cell transmission electron microscopy (LCTEM) is a rising technique for probing dynamic processes and structural transformations in liquid environments at the nanoscale. However, its broader application is largely constrained by limited spatial resolution, which arises fro...

Scaling Police Perceptions About Gendered Roles and “Men” as Victims in Domestic Spaces: A Quantitative Study of NCT Delhi, India

Masculinity is linked to power, control, strength, and protection, and cultural norms create a gap between these traits and recognition of male intimate partner violence (IPV) victimization. This study examined how these norms shape police officers’ attitudes toward male victimiz...

Antifungal Activity of Trichoderma asperellum ZZY Fermentation Products Against Postharvest Cherry Tomato Pathogens and Their Preservation Effect

Postharvest fungal diseases cause substantial losses in fresh produce, highlighting the need for effective and environmentally compatible alternatives to conventional fungicides. This study investigated the antifungal activity of Trichoderma asperellum ZZY against Botrytis cinere...

Is Unilateral Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy as Effective and Safe as Unilateral Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Tremor? – A critical evaluation

Background: Focused ultrasound (FUS) thalamotomy has become a common surgical treatment for essential tremor (ET), in some settings partially replacing deep brain stimulation (DBS). However, no randomized comparative studies have been performed. A review directly comparing unilat...

Scholarly Writing Development: A Descriptive-Interpretive Study of Nurse Faculty

AIM: The aim of this study was to examine how nurse educators develop as scholarly writers. BACKGROUND: To broaden the body of knowledge used to inform practice, nurses need to develop scholarly writing skills. However, writing skill acquisition is inconsistent, resulting from wi...

Prophylactic Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Versus Standard Wound Care Among Lower Extremity Amputations: A Meta-Analysis

Prophylactic closed incisional negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) has emerged as a promising strategy to reduce postoperative wound complications following lower extremity amputation in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD). We conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate...

A photogrammetry phenomic approach to quantifying canopy architecture traits in spring wheat

Canopy architecture refers to the arrangement of plant organs, leaves and shoots within a canopy and is an important plant trait which contributes to yield. High-throughput phenotyping has gained attention because of its high efficiency, quantitative and non-destructive method of...

Isolation and Characteristics of the Novel Proteinaceous Inhibitor against Pancreatic α-Amylase from White Kidney Bean ( Phaseolus vulgaris )

Abstract A novel proteinaceous α-amylase inhibitor was isolated from white kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) by ammonium sulfate fractionation followed by DEAE-Sepharose Fast Flow and HiTrap DEAE-Sepharose Fast Flow chromatography. The purified inhibitor was identified as annexin...