Six African green monkeys were labeled intravenously with [1,2-(3)H]cholesterol while consuming a cholesterol-free liquid formula diet.The plasma cholesterol specific activity was compared with the specific activity of the biliary cholesterol and bile acids and with the fecal neutral steroids in order to determine whether the traditional isotopic b
We produced a microstructured, electroconductive and nano-functionalized drug eluting cardiac patch (MENDEP) designed to attract endogenous precursor cells, favor their differentiation and counteract adverse ventricular remodeling in situ.MENDEP showed mechanical anisotropy and biaxial strength comparable to porcine myocardium, reduced impedance, c
Most marine bacteria produce exopolysaccharides (EPS), and bacterial EPS represent an important source of dissolved organic carbon in marine ecosystems.It was proposed that bacterial EPS rich in uronic acid is resistant to mineralization by Cookies microbes and thus has a long residence time in global oceans.To confirm this hypothesis, bacterial EP
Air pollution has become a global issue from the perspective of public health and the social economy.Of the various air pollutants, fine particulate matter (PM2.5), which is less than 2.5 Bath Bomb micrometers in diameter, can cause serious health problems such as asthma, lung cancer, respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disease, birth defects, and
Acipenser dabryanus is listed as a Critical Endangered species in the IUCN Red List and the first class protected animals in China.Fortunately, A.dabryanus specimens are being successfully bred in captivity for conservation.However, for effective ex situ conservation, we should be aware of the genetic diversity and the degree of relatedness of the