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Soy isoflavones are phytoestrogens found mainly in soy and its derivatives. Given their estrogen-like and antioxidant-inhibiting inflammatory effects, they have been hypothesized to be effective in treating menopausal symptoms. We conducted a systematic review in accordance with the PRISMA guideline...

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Among the the mid-Cretaceous strata in China, considerable dinosaur record are preserved in the southeastern mountainous and arc-related basins. The Shanghang Basin is one of the sporadic red-stratified basins distributed in western Fujian, SE China, and has previously been discovered as the home of...

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Terpenoids are the largest and most diverse family of natural products. Volatile terpenes from Cannabis sativa are crucial in flavours, fragrances, and pharmaceuticals due to their unique odours and biological activities, including antimalarial, antibacterial, and insecticidal properties. Their synt...

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Land-Use/Land-Cover Change (LUCC) is a key disturbance factor of the carbon cycle in terrestrial ecosystems, and the study on the coupling mechanism between LUCC and carbon storage is of great scientific value for implementing a regional carbon-neutral strategy. In this study, the Jinsha River Basin...

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The role of adjuvant chemoradiotherapy (CRT) is controversial following D2 dissection in advanced gastric cancer. Also, the extent of “D2 surgery” varied geographically due to the diversity in surgical techniques of radical lymphadenectomy and pathological accuracy in detecting positive lymph nodes...

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Background Evaluating both humoral and cellular immunity is essential for optimizing vaccination strategies and preventing post-pandemic SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks. This cross-sectional study assessed cellular immunity by measuring CXCL10 mRNA expression and humoral immunity through SARS-CoV-2-specific Ig...

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Introduction Understanding the motor competence development of young children requires both cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses. This is crucial for identifying relative age effects and tracking individual developmental trajectories. However, there are limited data in Southeast Asia, particula...

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Five Thai traditional fermented foods, including khao-mak (sweet fermented sticky rice), pak-kard-dong (sour salt-fermented mustard greens), nor-mai-dong (sour salt-fermented bamboo sprouts), moo-som (sour salt-fermented pork), and pla-som (sour salt-fermented fish), were analyzed for their food nut...

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Silage maize (Zea mays) is a significant source of animal roughage in many countries. Few studies have revealed the specific impacts of agronomic measures on harmful or beneficial microbial species (based on plant health or utilization) in silage maize. The aim of the present study was to investigat...

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Multidrug-resistant bacteria pose an alarming global health threat. The persistent rise in antibiotic-resistant infections continues to challenge healthcare systems worldwide. This study aims to evaluate the antimicrobial potential of 18 endophytic actinobacteria isolated from Mirabilis jalapa (L.)...

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Migration and non-breeding movements are common across animal groups and are often driven by seasonal changes in habitat conditions. This behaviour is prevalent in crested penguins (Eudyptes sp.), which have evolved in and still primarily inhabit the subantarctic regions of the Southern Hemisphere....

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Background Human-driven environmental changes can disrupt wildlife habitats, forcing animals to adapt to fragmented or degraded ecosystems. In some cases, this leads to increased proximity between wildlife and human populations, heightening the risk of pathogen spillover. Bats, as key ecological pla...

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Thalassemia is a genetic disorder with significant prevalence in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, where hemoglobin (Hb) Constant Spring (Hb CS) and hemoglobin Pakse (Hb PS) mutations are common. These mutations, resulting from stop codon alterations in the α2-globin gene, can lead to severe...

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Zero hunger is a top priority in the Sustainable Development Goals, however, millions of people worldwide still face hunger. Over the years, China has experienced rapid population growth, industrialization and urbanization, leading to significant agricultural land loss, which threats the nation’s fo...

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Given the two main functions of birdsong, mate attraction and territory defence, song amplitude is crucial for communication because it determines the communication range and it can also carry information. To understand the evolution of signals, it is helpful to consider the constraints on signal pr...

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The tumor microenvironment (TME) is a critical factor influencing the initiation, growth, and spread of solid tumors. Recent advancements highlight biomaterial-based responsive hydrogels as promising smart materials within the TME owing to their high biocompatibility, biodegradability, and sensitivi...

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The cryptogenic marine red alga Chondria tumulosa was first observed in 2016 in subtidal habitats at Manawai (Pearl and Hermes Atoll) in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument (PMNM), Hawai‘i. Without molecular or morphological matches to any known species, it was described in 2020 and decla...

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Background Previous studies have demonstrated the effects of ambient temperature on the risk of pregnancy complications. However, the associations between multiple meteorological factors and pregnancy complications have rarely been studied. Methods We carried out a retrospective study on the impacts...

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Background Gingival recession is a mucogingival problem that can cause esthetic concerns and sensitivity. While some patients remain unaware of it, others seek solutions through various means. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the role of social media in accessing health information. The frequent...

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Circular RNA (circRNA) is a prominent group of non-coding RNA (ncRNA) that regulates gene expression at the post-transcriptional level in various diseases including acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). In our study, circVAMP3 was a novel circRNA significantly increased in macrophages in an ac...

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