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Fuzzy Classification of the Maturity of the Orange (Citrus × sinensis) Using the Citrus Color Index (CCI)
The orange (Citrus sinensis) is a fruit of the Citrus genus, which is part of the Rutaceae family. The orange has gained considerable importance due to its extensive range of applications, including the production of juices, ...
SPEEK and SPPO Blended Membranes for Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells
In fuel cell applications, the proton exchange membrane (PEM) is the major component where the balance among dimensional stability, proton conductivity, and durability is a long-term trail. In this research, a series of ...
Bactericidal effect of photodynamic therapy, alone or in combination with mupirocin or linezolid, on Staphylococcus aureus
Antibiotic treatments frequently fail due to the development of antibiotic resistance, underscoring the need for new treatment strategies. Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) could constitute an alternative therapy. ...
PIF transcriptional regulators are required for rhythmic stomatal movements
Stomata govern the gaseous exchange between the leaf and the external atmosphere, and their function is essential for photosynthesis and the global carbon and oxygen cycles. Rhythmic stomata movements in daily dark/light ...
Formation of a Covalent Adduct in Retaining β-Kdo Glycosyl-Transferase WbbB via Substrate-Mediated Proton Relay
The GT99 domain of the membrane-anchored WbbB glycosyltransferase (WbbBGT99) catalyzes the transfer of 3-deoxy-D-manno-oct-2-acid (β-Kdo) to an O-antigen saccharide acceptor with retention of stereochemistry. It has been ...
Design of tropinium-functionalized anion exchange membranes for acid recovery via diffusion dialysis process
Diffusion dialysis (DD) process utilizing anion exchange membranes (AEMs) is an environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient technology. From acidic wastewater, DD is needed for acid recovery. This research reports the ...
Characterization of a Glycolipid Synthase Producing α-Galactosylceramide in Bacteroides fragilis
Glycolipids are complex molecules involved in important cellular processes. Among them, the glycosphingolipid α-galactosylceramide has proven to be of interest in biomedicine for its immunostimulatory capabilities. Given ...
Cardiac and neurobehavioral impairments in three phylogenetically distant aquatic model organisms exposed to environmentally relevant concentrations of boscalid
Boscalid (2-Chloro-N-(4′-chlorobiphenyl-2-yl) nicotinamide), a pyridine carboxamide fungicide, is an inhibitor of the complex II of the respiration chain in fungal mitochondria. As boscalid is only moderately toxic for ...
Short-term exposure to environmental levels of nicotine and cotinine impairs visual motor response in zebrafish larvae through a similar mode of action: Exploring the potential role of zebrafish α7 nAChR
The current view is that environmental levels of nicotine and cotinine, commonly in the ng/L range, are safe for aquatic organisms. In this study, 7 days post-fertilization zebrafish embryos have been exposed for 24 h to a ...
Comparison of two peroxidases with high potential for biotechnology applications – HRP vs. APEX2
Peroxidases are essential elements in many biotechnological applications. An especially interesting concept involves split enzymes, where the enzyme is separated into two smaller and inactive proteins that can dimerize ...
La paradoja de la presión académica excesiva aplicada en algunas escuelas de Educación Superior: Una explicación desde la teoría de probabilidad de la deserción estudiantil de las universidades, que afirman ser de excelencia
Este artículo es una reflexión crítica sobre el desempeño de los sistemas educativos con pretensiones de alta exigencia académica que hacen de la excesiva presión académica su bandera, y las consecuencias que tiene en su ...
The (de)motives for using food waste reduction apps among hospitality providers
Digital technology can aid in redistributing surplus meals in hospitality organisations, but little is known about the (de)motives for its use among industry professionals. Yet, a better understanding of these (de)motives ...
New developments in vertebroplasty materials
Increasing life expectancy is leading to an increase in age-related diseases, like osteoporosis, which often involve the breakdown of bone. One of the main problems related with such disease is the formation of vertebral ...
Investigations into the mechanical properties of TA6V Dode-Thin lattice sandwich beams fabricated by powder bed laser beam melting process
This paper compares the results of a theoretical approach, finite element analysis (FEA) and mechanical tests of monolithic TA6V Dode-Thin lattice core sandwich structures manufactured by powder bed laser beam melting ...
The Sixth Merger Wave and Wealth Effects of M&A Announcements: An Analysis of Large European Bidding Companies
This study aims to investigate short-term market reaction, including stock returns, volatility, and trading volumes of bidder firms, around the announcement dates of relevant merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions in ...
High-efficacy subcellular micropatterning of proteins using fibrinogen anchors
Protein micropatterning allows proteins to be precisely deposited onto a substrate of choice and is now routinely used in cell biology and in vitro reconstitution. However, drawbacks of current technology are that ...
Culture and differentiation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells in a soft 3D self-assembling peptide scaffold
Hair follicle dermal papilla cells (HFDPC) are a specialized cell population located in the bulge of the hair follicle with unique characteristics such as aggregative behavior and the ability to induce new hair follicle ...
Introduction of nirsevimab in Catalonia, Spain: description of the incidence of bronchiolitis and respiratory syncytial virus in the 2023/2024 season
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes most of the cases of bronchiolitis and thousands of deaths annually, particularly in infants less than 6 months old. In Catalonia (Spain), infants born between April 2023 and March ...
Bioelectric stimulation outperforms brain derived neurotrophic factor in promoting neuronal maturation
Neuronal differentiation and maturation are crucial for developing research models and therapeutic applications. Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a widely used biochemical stimulus for promoting neuronal maturation. ...
