The global chemistry transport model TM5: description and evaluation of the tropospheric chemistry version 3.0 by V. Huijnen, J. Williams, M. van Weele, T. van Noije, M. Krol, F. Dentener, A. Segers, S. Houweling, W. Peters, J. de Laat, F. Boersma, P. Bergamaschi, P. van Velthoven, P. Le Sager, H. Eskes, F. Alkemade, R. Scheele, P. Nédélec, H.-W. Pätz

“…We evaluate the model against a suite of ground-based, satellite, and aircraft measurements of components critical for understanding global photochemistry for the year 2006. …”
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Optimizing sludge dewatering efficiency with ultrasonic Treatment: Insights into Parameters, Effects, and microstructural changes by Yongzheng Qi, Jianhao Chen, Haoqing Xu, Silin Wu, Ziming Yang, Aizhao Zhou, Yunjie Hao

“…Sludge dewatering plays a critical role in the efficient and cost-effective management of wastewater treatment plants. …”
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Fine root decomposition in forest ecosystems: an ecological perspective by Sudipta Saha, Lei Huang, Muneer Ahmed Khoso, Haibo Wu, Haibo Wu, Donghui Han, Xiao Ma, Tika Ram Poudel, Bei Li, Meiru Zhu, Qiurui Lan, Nazmus Sakib, Ruxiao Wei, Md. Zahirul Islam, Peng Zhang, Peng Zhang, Hailong Shen, Hailong Shen

“…Fine root decomposition is a physio-biochemical activity that is critical to the global carbon cycle (C) in forest ecosystems. …”
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Inhibition of growth and contraction in human prostate stromal cells by silencing of NUAK1 and -2, and by the presumed NUAK inhibitors HTH01-015 and WZ4003 by Yuhan Liu, Ruixiao Wang, Ru Huang, Beata Rutz, Anna Ciotkowska, Alexander Tamalunas, Sheng Hu, Moritz Trieb, Raphaela Waidelich, Frank Strittmatter, Christian G. Stief, Martin Hennenberg

“…Background: NUAKs promote myosin light chain phosphorlyation, actin organization, proliferation and suppression of cell death in non-muscle cells, which are critical for smooth muscle contraction and growth. …”
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Analyses of Li-Rich Minerals Using Handheld LIBS Tool by Cécile Fabre, Nour Eddine Ourti, Julien Mercadier, Joana Cardoso-Fernandes, Filipa Dias, Mônica Perrotta, Friederike Koerting, Alexandre Lima, Friederike Kaestner, Nicole Koellner, Robert Linnen, David Benn, Tania Martins, Jean Cauzid

“…Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) is a powerful analysis technique that allows for simultaneous multi-elemental analysis with an excellent coverage of light elements (Z < 13). …”
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PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF READAPTATION OF POST-COMBATANTS AFTER THE RETURN FROM THE COMBAT ZONE by Voshkolup Hanna

“…The non-pathological maladaptation is formed through individual deviations in the subject’s behaviour and experiences, caused by insufficient resocialization, socially unacceptable individual attitudes after returning from the combat zone, the breakdown of significant interpersonal relationships, the inability to engage in usual work or continue education due to injuries or mutilation etc. …”
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Using <i>N</i>-Norms for Analyzing Symmetric Protective Electrical Circuits with Triple Modal Reservation by Yevgeniy S. Zhechev, Anna V. Zhecheva, Alexey A. Kvasnikov, Alexander M. Zabolotsky

“…The redundancy of functional blocks and critical assemblies in radio-electronic equipment is among the most widely used techniques for increasing reliability. …”
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The State of Texas Wetlands: A Review of Current and Future Challenges by Rachel R. Fern, Mattityahu D. Baron, Angela E. England, Jordan C. Giese, Kevin J. Kraai, Joseph D. Lancaster, Shaun L. Oldenburger, James C. Shipes, Barry C. Wilson, Sara R. Wyckoff

“…As of 1990, there was an estimated 52% reduction in the state's original wetland acreage, but there has been no recent assessment of statewide wetland loss or gain since then. Wetlands provide critical ecosystem services, including wildlife habitat, flood storage and control, aquifer recharge, water quality improvement, and pollutant breakdown and storage of greenhouse gasses as well as human recreational opportunities including boating, paddling, fishing, hunting, birdwatching, hiking, and nature photography. …”
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Syntheses Synthesized: A Look Back at Grant and Booth's Review Typology by Carrie Price

“…Two tables supplied a quick reference for comparing literature review types and examining selected reviews. A breakdown of review types was followed by a discussion of using and developing reviews in the library and health information science domain. …”
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<i>Acer tataricum</i> subsp. <i>ginnala</i> Inhibits Skin Photoaging via Regulating MAPK/AP-1, NF-κB, and TGFβ/Smad Signaling in UVB-Irradiated Human Dermal Fibroblasts by Yu-Jung Jin, Yura Ji, Young-Pyo Jang, Se-Young Choung

“…Then, we investigated the mitogen-activated protein kinases/activator protein 1 (MAPK/AP-1) and nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) pathway, which induce collagen breakdown by promoting the MMP1 level and pro-inflammatory cytokines. …”
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Electric field engineering in GaN high electron mobility transistors by Zhao, Xu, S.M. Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Vibronic origin of sulfur mass-independent isotope effect in photoexcitation of SO[subscript 2] and the implications to the early earth's atmosphere by Whitehill, Andrew Richard, Ono, Shuhei, Xie, Changjian, Hu, Xixi, Xie, Daiqian, Guo, Hua

“…These unique isotope signatures signify the breakdown of the traditional theory of isotope fractionation, but the physical chemistry of these isotope effects remains poorly understood. …”
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Reliability and validity of the Sidaamu Afoo version of the pelvic organ prolapse symptom score questionnaire by Melese Siyoum, Wondwosen Teklesilasie, Rahel Nardos, Biniyam Sirak, Ayalew Astatkie

“…Abstract Background Both for clinical and research purposes, it is critical that clinicians and researchers use a tool that is trans-culturally adapted and tested for its psychometric properties. …”
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Les fonctions de la critique dans la sociologie de Pierre Bourdieu by Claude Gautier

“…We will consider one of the possible forms of this dimension of social criticism which can make the sociologist a spokesperson.…”
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INdigenous Systems and Policies Improved and Reimagined for Ear and hearing care (INSPIRE): a multi-method study protocol by Catherine McMahon, Hasantha Gunasekera, Rona Macniven, Kelvin Kong, Kylie Gwynne, Kai Nash, Yvonne Dimitropoulos, Mark Fitzpatrick, Luke Halvorsen, Noeleen Lumby, Carmen Parter, Amanda Wingett

“…Introduction Otitis media (middle ear disease) severity and chronicity among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as gaps in socioeconomic outcomes related to hearing loss, indicates a breakdown in the current ear and hearing care system. …”
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Need for a Paradigm Shift in the Treatment of Ischemic Stroke: The Blood-Brain Barrier by Maria Luz Alonso-Alonso, Ana Sampedro-Viana, Sabela Fernández-Rodicio, Marcos Bazarra-Barreiros, Alberto Ouro, Tomás Sobrino, Francisco Campos, José Castillo, Pablo Hervella, Ramón Iglesias-Rey

“…Aging-related alterations could lead to chronic progressive leakiness of the BBB, which is directly correlated with cerebrovascular diseases. Indeed, the BBB breakdown during acute ischemic stroke is critical. …”
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Blood–Brain Barrier and Neurovascular Unit In Vitro Models for Studying Mitochondria-Driven Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration by Alla B. Salmina, Ekaterina V. Kharitonova, Yana V. Gorina, Elena A. Teplyashina, Natalia A. Malinovskaya, Elena D. Khilazheva, Angelina I. Mosyagina, Andrey V. Morgun, Anton N. Shuvaev, Vladimir V. Salmin, Olga L. Lopatina, Yulia K. Komleva

“…In Alzheimer’s disease, mitochondria are the target organelles for amyloid-induced neurodegeneration and alterations in NVU metabolic coupling or BBB breakdown. In this review we discuss understandings on mitochondria-driven NVU and BBB dysfunction, and how it might be studied in current and prospective NVU/BBB in vitro models for finding new approaches for the efficient pharmacotherapy of Alzheimer’s disease.…”
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A high carbohydrate-to-fiber ratio is associated with a low diet quality and high fat mass in young women by Jose M. Moris, Abigail Fitzgibbons, Britney Burnam, Garett Petty, Corrinn Heinold, Claire Timon, Yunsuk Koh

“…Regular intake of dietary fiber is critical for adequate metabolic health and the prevention of obesity. …”
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A Review of the Levelized Cost of Wave Energy Based on a Techno-Economic Model by Chenglong Guo, Wanan Sheng, Dakshina G. De Silva, George Aggidis

“…Hence, it is important to explore the cost breakdown of wave energy by the wave energy converter (WEC), so for finding potential ways to decrease the cost, and finally compare it with other renewable energies. …”
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Childhood social isolation causes anxiety-like behaviors via the damage of blood-brain barrier in amygdala in female mice by Xiao Wu, Xiao Wu, Zengbo Ding, Tengteng Fan, Ke Wang, Suxia Li, Jing Zhao, Weili Zhu, Weili Zhu

“…Importantly, we found decreased expression of the endothelial cell tight junction protein Claudin-5, increased BBB breakdown and microglial activation in the amygdala of isolated but not group-housed female mice. …”
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