High-quality, low-nitrogen bio-oil from kitchen waste via KCO-catalyzed solvothermal liquefaction in recycled ethanol-water co-solvent.

Kitchen waste (KW), comprising 30 %-60 % of municipal solid waste, could be converted to bio-oil via alkaline-catalyzed solvothermal liquefaction (STL) without energy-intensive drying. This study systematically investigated six catalysts (KCO, NaCO, KHCO, NaHCO, KOH, NaOH) for product distribution and nitrogen migration in STL versus hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL). Results demonstrate KCO's superiority in ethanol-water co-solvent, synergistically enhancing bio-oil yield to 57.

The effect of cooking time and Premna microphylla Turcz addition on the protein network of noodles: Insights from textural properties and molecular mechanisms.

This study aimed to investigate the effects of cooking time and different content of Premna microphylla Turcz on the textural properties, water distribution, and multiscale structure of noodles. It was found that prolonged cooking times disrupted the gluten network structure, resulting in decreased noodle quality. Minor additions of Premna microphylla Turcz (≤1.

Comprehensive study on the impact of ginger extract on laying performance, egg quality, inflammatory responses, intestinal barrier function, and cecal microbiome and resistome in laying hens.

Experimental models have been extensively used to explore the effects of ginger extract (GE) on oxidative stress and immune response. However, the influence of GE dietary supplementation on gut microbial composition, function, and the resistome in laying hens remains not fully understood. This research investigated the impact of GE supplementation on laying performance, egg quality, metabolism, inflammation, and the gut microbiome and resistome in laying hens.

Excellent catalytic activity of in-situ formed TiC nanoparticles for boosting hydrogen release from light metal hydride.

Lithium aluminum hydride (LiAlH) exhibits significant potential as a solid-state hydrogen storage medium. However, its practical implementation is restricted by high activation barriers, kinetic limitations, and irreversibility. In this work, a novel solvent-induced phase separation strategy was employed to synthesize TiC@C with excellent catalytic activity, aiming to improve the dehydrogenation performance of LiAlH.

Scalable Synthesis of CsPbX Quantum Dot-Organic Hybrid Microrings for Low Threshold Lasing.

Perovskite colloidal quantum dots (PQDs) are nanoscale crystals renowned for their exceptional optical properties, making them ideal for next-generation laser technologies. Their solution-processability supports thin-film fabrication and microcavity integration, yet micro-nano laser development remains challenging. In this study, we present a template-confined growth approach to fabricate hybrid microring (HMR) arrays, embedding PQDs within a 4,4'-bis(9-carbazolyl)-1,1'-biphenyl (CBP) matrix.

Deep learning based measurement accuracy improvement of high dynamic range objects in fringe projection profilometry.

One of the key factors affecting the accuracy of three-dimensional (3D) measurement in fringe projection profilometry (FPP) is the phase retrieve accuracy. In the 3D measurement of high dynamic range (HDR) objects, fringe saturation and/or low contrast are difficult to avoid. A greater number of fringe images are needed for 3D measurement of HDR objects by traditional methods, which is unfavorable for the measurement of moving objects.

Achieving Tunable Amplified Spontaneous Emission in Rb-Cs Alloyed Quasi-2D Perovskites with Low Threshold and Exceptional Spectral Stability.

Blue-green lasers are essential for next-generation optoelectronics. While GaN-InGaN lasers offer excellent performance, their complex fabrication and challenges in precise bandgap tuning remain significant limitations. Hybrid lead halide perovskites present a promising alternative, with tunable bandgaps and cost-effective solution processing.

Comparative analysis of composition and spatial variations in the foregut microbiota of male and female donkeys.

Donkeys, as significant herbivorous mammals, also serve as valuable companion animals. Research on gut microbiota has underscored the essential role of microorganisms in maintaining gut health, supporting nutrient metabolism, and regulating immune function. As the gut microbiota is also shaped by factors such as sex, age, diet, environment and genetics, many studies have on the complexity and diversity of hindgut microbial communities, while few studies have focused on the foregut microbiota of donkeys.

Effects of 3-indoleacrylic acid on alleviating lipopolysaccharide-induced liver inflammatory damage in laying hens.

This study investigates the effects of 3-indoleacrylic acid (IAA), a bacterial metabolite of tryptophan, on LPS-induced liver injury in laying hens. The aim is to explore the potential hepatoprotective mechanisms of IAA, particularly through the modulation of inflammatory and antioxidant pathways. A total of 48, 24-week-old No.

Innovative Off-line Two-dimensional Supercritical Fluid Chromatography, Separation, and Purification of Structurally Similar Polyphenols From Gentiana szechenyii Using Propyl Urea and Phenyl/Tetrazole Stationary Phases.

Although traditional Tibetan medicine is a valuable source for the discovery of novel lead compounds, the isolation of structural analogs from natural sources remains a challenge in the field of separation science. The Tibetan medicine Gentiana szechenyii (GC) is widely to treat various types of inflammation and upper respiratory tract infections. Despite its strong medicinal value, a complex purification process has limited investigations into its chemical composition.

Binding mechanism of metal ions (Ca, Cu and Mg) with tetrapeptide FFDR: A combined experimental and quantum chemistry approach.

A previous study demonstrated that a tetrapeptide FFDR derived from coix seed possesses antioxidant properties. In continuation of the study, Density Functional Theory (DFT) was employed to investigate the molecular-level complexation behaviour of FFDR with Ca, Cu, and Mg. DFT predictions were validated using spectroscopy and cellular model.

Contribution of QRS Prolongation to Transplant-Free Survival in Sarcoidosis-Related Pulmonary Hypertension.

To study the contribution of QRS prolongation to transplant-free survival, we conducted an observational study of 68 patients with sarcoidosis-related pulmonary hypertension. Every 10-ms increase in QRS interval was associated with an adjusted HR of 1.23 (95% CI: 1.

Cooperative control for a ROV-based deep-sea mining vehicle with learned uncertain nonlinear dynamics.

To overcome the bottleneck problem of the track slippage of the tracked mining vehicle in the traditional deep-sea mining system, this paper proposes an enhanced remotely-operated vehicle (ROV)-based deep-sea mining system. A ROV-based Deep-sea Mining Vehicle (RDMV), consisting of two ROVs and a mining robot (MRT), is instead of the traditional tracked Deep-sea mining vehicle. Firstly, the dynamic model of the RDMV as a control object is established based on Lagrangian function.

Exploring Nursing Students' Awareness and Willingness to Participate in Multi-Site Practice: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: With the growing awareness of health and the expanding aging population, the demand for health services continues to rise. According to statistics from China, the number of professionals engaged in medical and health care services is insufficient to meet the public's needs, particularly in terms of nursing human resources in medical institutions. Multi-site practice may offer a potential solution to this issue.

Spatial variations in the microbiota: comparative analysis of microbial composition and predicted functions across different intestinal segments and feces in donkeys.

Donkeys, as single-stomach herbivores, have a complex and diverse microbial community in their digestive tracts. The intestinal bacterial community is crucial for maintaining intestinal homeostasis, as well as the host's overall nutrition and health. However, research on donkey gut microbes is relatively limited, particularly regarding the microbial colonization patterns in different intestinal segments of adult donkeys.

Forsythiaside A Ameliorates Inflammation by Regulating the Autophagy in Methotrexate-induced Intestinal Mucositis.

Background: Methotrexate (MTX) effectively eliminates cancerous cells but can also cause inflammation intestinal, known as mucositis. Forsythiaside A (FTA) from Forsythia suspensa has shown promise in relieving mucositis by targeting the NLRP3 pathways. Since NLRP3 inflammasome activation is negatively regulated by autophagy, this study explores how FTAmediated autophagy affects NLRP3 inflammasome in treating MTX-induced intestinal inflammation.

Mechanism of structural and functional changes of matcha bread dough during freezing storage.

This study aimed to investigate the effects of freezing duration and matcha concentration on the rheological properties, moisture distribution, and multiscale structure of dough. The results indicated that both freezing and high concentrations of matcha (≥1 %) significantly reduced the stiffness of the dough matrix, restricted its ability to expand during fermentation, and disrupted the structure of gluten protein. Furthermore, freezing induced moisture redistribution within the dough.

New insights into EGCG retards the digestion of wheat starch by α-amylase in ternary system: Comparison with binary systems.

This study was to investigate the mechanism of the action of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) on α-amylase in the ternary simulated system and explore the changes in enzyme structure during the digestion process. Enzymatic kinetics, fluorescence spectroscopy, surface hydrophobicity, fluorescence microscopy, and molecular docking were used to compare (in the presence and absence of EGCG) the structural changes of α-amylase and α-amylase-starch complex, as well as the binding characteristics among EGCG and the α-amylase and starch. The results showed that EGCG had a significant inhibitory effect on α-amylase, and it exhibited a coexistence of competitive and anti-competition inhibition type, and predominantly competitive inhibition.

High-speed 3D measurement using the kinoform array and light source shift.

A new, to the best of our knowledge, fringe projector using the kinoform is proposed in this Letter. The kinoform array makes the hologram easy to manufacture, and the phase shift is realized by light source shift. The fringes can be shifted at a high speed due to the high-speed switch of the light source.

The association between fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio and adverse prognosis in patients with myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries.

Background: The fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio (FAR) has been identified as a new inflammatory marker for predicting the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Nevertheless, its prognostic relevance in patients with myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) remains uncertain.

Methods: This study included a total of 1031 hospitalized patients diagnosed with MINOCA, enrolled consecutively.

ING5 inhibits aerobic glycolysis of lung cancer cells by promoting TIE1-mediated phosphorylation of pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase 1 at Y163.

Aerobic glycolysis is critical for tumor growth and metastasis. Previously, we have found that the overexpression of the inhibitor of growth 5 (ING5) inhibits lung cancer aggressiveness and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). However, whether ING5 regulates lung cancer metabolism reprogramming remains unknown.

The Application of Lophatherum Gracile Brongn Flavonoids in Wheat Flour Products: Effects on the Structural and Functional Characteristics of Wheat Dough.

The effects of lophatherum gracile brongn flavonoids on the multiscale structure and functional properties of wheat dough were investigated. Wheat dough samples with varying contents of lophatherum gracile brongn flavonoids were analyzed to assess changes in thermal-mechanical rheological properties, microstructure, chemical interactions, water distribution, and macropolymer formation by Mixolab mixer, fluorescence microscopy, and low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (LF-NMR). The findings revealed that lophatherum gracile brongn flavonoids disrupted the three-dimensional network of gluten proteins in the wheat dough, leading to decreased water-binding capacity and reduced gluten protein crosslinking while enhancing thermal stability and inhibiting the starch retrogradation of the dough.