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Nationwide tracing of two top freshwater fish invaders in Greece using environmental DNA sampling (2023)
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Kalogianni, E., Kalaitzakis, N., Vardakas, L., Koutsikos, N., Zimmerman, B., Meek, S., …Steer, M. D. (2024). Nationwide tracing of two top freshwater fish invaders in Greece using environmental DNA sampling. Diversity, 16(1), Article 28. https://doi.org/10.3390/d16010028

Alien fish invasions are causing devastating impacts on native freshwater fauna; thus, rigorous, non-invasive and cost-effective biomonitoring of lotic and lentic freshwaters to design and implement appropriate prevention and control measures is now... Read More about Nationwide tracing of two top freshwater fish invaders in Greece using environmental DNA sampling.

Preparation and characterization of chitosan-citric acid edible films loaded with Cornelian cherry pomace extract as active packaging materials (2023)
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Loukri, A., Kyriakoudi, A., Oliinychenko, Y., Stratakos, A. C., Lazaridou, A., & Mourtzinos, I. (2024). Preparation and characterization of chitosan-citric acid edible films loaded with Cornelian cherry pomace extract as active packaging materials. Food Hydrocolloids, 150, Article 109687. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2023.109687

The development of environmentally-friendly, intelligent and active packaging materials is crucial for the protection of food products and the prevention of environmental pollution. This work aimed to study the development of chitosan films containin... Read More about Preparation and characterization of chitosan-citric acid edible films loaded with Cornelian cherry pomace extract as active packaging materials.

Practical examination of flow rate effects and influence of the stationary phase water layer on peak shape and retention in hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography (2023)
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McCalley, D. V. (2024). Practical examination of flow rate effects and influence of the stationary phase water layer on peak shape and retention in hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography. Journal of Chromatography A, 1715, Article 464608. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chroma.2023.464608

The effect of flow velocity on retention and peak shape of neutral, acidic and basic probe compounds was studied using seven different UHPLC hydrophilic interaction chromatography (HILIC) columns. Surprisingly on some columns, the retention factor k... Read More about Practical examination of flow rate effects and influence of the stationary phase water layer on peak shape and retention in hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography.

Determination of the relative sensitivity of polyaniline inks and films to deprotonation by ammonia using UV–Vis spectroscopy (2023)
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Udum, Y. A., Killard, A. J., & Wagner, M. (2024). Determination of the relative sensitivity of polyaniline inks and films to deprotonation by ammonia using UV–Vis spectroscopy. European Polymer Journal, 205, Article 112709. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2023.112709

The deprotonation behavior of conducting polymers such as polyaniline (PANI) is an important functional parameter in the design of novel printed electronic devices, particularly for sensors and energy storage. PANI can be fabricated into films from p... Read More about Determination of the relative sensitivity of polyaniline inks and films to deprotonation by ammonia using UV–Vis spectroscopy.

Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits (2023)
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Nnaji, P. T., Adukwu, E., Morse, H. R., & Chidugu-Ogborigbo, R. U. (2023). Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits. PLoS ONE, 18(12), Article e0294931. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0294931

The marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis is a globally distributed and invasive species with extensive filter-feeding characteristics. The symbiotic relationship fostered between the sea sponge and the inhabiting microorganism is key in the production... Read More about Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits.

Digital image colorimetry smartphone determination of acetaminophen (2023)
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James, H., & Honeychurch, K. C. (2024). Digital image colorimetry smartphone determination of acetaminophen. Journal of Chemical Education, https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jchemed.3c00659

Acetaminophen can be determined colorimetrically via its reduction of ferricyanide to give ferrocyanide. The ferrocyanide formed can then be converted to the highly colored compound, Prussian Blue, via the addition of iron(III). Quantification is com... Read More about Digital image colorimetry smartphone determination of acetaminophen.

The distribution of science communication teaching around the globe (2023)
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Massarani, L., Bray, H., Joubert, M., Ridgway, A., Roche, J., Smyth, F., …de Abreu, W. V. (2023). The distribution of science communication teaching around the globe. Journal of Science Communication, 22(6), Article A05. https://doi.org/10.22323/2.22060205

In the context of a special issue of this journal focused on teaching science communication, we present a map of the geographical distribution of 122 science communication teaching programmes from 31 countries around the world. This mapping study res... Read More about The distribution of science communication teaching around the globe.

A systematic review of machine-learning solutions in anaerobic digestion (2023)
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Rutland, H., You, J., Liu, H., Bull, L., & Reynolds, D. (2023). A systematic review of machine-learning solutions in anaerobic digestion. Bioengineering, 10(12), Article 1410. https://doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering10121410

The use of machine learning (ML) in anaerobic digestion (AD) is growing in popularity and improves the interpretation of complex system parameters for better operation and optimisation. This systematic literature review aims to explore how ML is curr... Read More about A systematic review of machine-learning solutions in anaerobic digestion.

Preharvest application of hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide improves floral traits and postharvest performance of cut gladiolus inflorescences (2023)
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Zulfiqar, F., Moosa, A., Darras, A., Nafees, M., Ashraf, M., Al-Ashkar, I., …Hancock, J. T. (2024). Preharvest application of hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide improves floral traits and postharvest performance of cut gladiolus inflorescences. Journal of Plant Growth Regulation, 43, 1153–1165. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00344-023-11173-y

Gladiolus is a well-known bulbous plant producing impressive cut spikes. Hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide are vital signaling molecules for the proper functioning of plant metabolism. Preharvest applications of these molecules to crops have gained a... Read More about Preharvest application of hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide improves floral traits and postharvest performance of cut gladiolus inflorescences.

Science communication practices and trust in information sources amongst Nigerian scientists and journalists (2023)
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Weitkamp, E., Larbey, R., Maina, M. B., Petherick, K., Muhammad, M. S., Tsanni, A., …Al-Gazali, A. (2023). Science communication practices and trust in information sources amongst Nigerian scientists and journalists. JCOM: Journal of Science Communication, 22(5), Article A04. https://doi.org/10.22323/2.22050204

Relatively few studies have explored the communication practices of researchers and journalists working in African contexts. We set out to explore the communication activities undertaken by Nigerian health researchers and journalists, their motivatio... Read More about Science communication practices and trust in information sources amongst Nigerian scientists and journalists.

Bacteria associated with acute oak decline: Where did they come from? We know where they go (2023)
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Maddock, D., Brady, C., Denman, S., & Arnold, D. (2023). Bacteria associated with acute oak decline: Where did they come from? We know where they go. Microorganisms, 11(11), Article 2789. https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms11112789

Acute oak decline is a high-impact disease causing necrotic lesions on the trunk, crown thinning and the eventual death of oak. Four bacterial species are associated with the lesions—Brenneria goodwinii, Gibbsiella quercinecans, Rahnella victoriana a... Read More about Bacteria associated with acute oak decline: Where did they come from? We know where they go.

How does the lower urinary tract contribute to bladder sensation? ICI-RS 2023 (2023)
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Grundy, L., Wyndaele, J. J., Hashitani, H., Vahabi, B., Wein, A., Abrams, P., …Fry, C. H. (in press). How does the lower urinary tract contribute to bladder sensation? ICI-RS 2023. Neurourology and Urodynamics, https://doi.org/10.1002/nau.25316

Aim: Bladder sensation is critical for coordinating voluntary micturition to maintain healthy bladder function. Sensations are initiated by the activation of sensory afferents that innervate throughout the bladder wall. However, the physiological com... Read More about How does the lower urinary tract contribute to bladder sensation? ICI-RS 2023.

A systematic review on adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in individuals with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease dementia (2023)
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Oliver, C., Li, H., Biswas, B., Woodstoke, D., Blackman, J., Butters, A., …Coulthard, E. (2024). A systematic review on adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in individuals with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease dementia. Sleep Medicine Reviews, 73, Article 101869. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.smrv.2023.101869

Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is highly prevalent in mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's disease (AD). The gold standard treatment for OSA is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Long-term, well-powered efficacy trials are require... Read More about A systematic review on adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in individuals with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease dementia.

The value of twinned pollinator-pollen metabarcoding: Bumblebee pollination service is weakly partitioned within a UK grassland community (2023)
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Ronca, S., Ford, C. S., Allanguillame, J., Szabo, C., Kipling, R., & Wilkinson, M. J. (2023). The value of twinned pollinator-pollen metabarcoding: Bumblebee pollination service is weakly partitioned within a UK grassland community. Scientific Reports, 13(1), Article 18016. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-44822-z

Predicting ecological impact of declining bumblebee (Bombus) populations requires better understanding of interactions between pollinator partitioning of floral resources and plant partitioning of pollinator resources. Here, we combine Cytochrome Oxi... Read More about The value of twinned pollinator-pollen metabarcoding: Bumblebee pollination service is weakly partitioned within a UK grassland community.

Gut bacteria promote proliferation in benign S/RG/C2 colorectal tumour cells, and promote proliferation, migration and invasion in malignant HCT116 cells (2023)
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Robson, J. L., Thorn, R. M. S., Williams, A. C., Collard, T. J., & Qualtrough, D. (2023). Gut bacteria promote proliferation in benign S/RG/C2 colorectal tumour cells, and promote proliferation, migration and invasion in malignant HCT116 cells. Scientific Reports, 13(1), Article 17291. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-44130-6

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a significant global health burden with a rising incidence worldwide. Distinct bacterial populations are associated with CRC development and progression, and it is thought that the relationship between CRC and associated gu... Read More about Gut bacteria promote proliferation in benign S/RG/C2 colorectal tumour cells, and promote proliferation, migration and invasion in malignant HCT116 cells.

Scoping potential routes to UK civil unrest via the food system: Results of a structured expert elicitation (2023)
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Jones, A., Bridle, S., Denby, K., Bhunnoo, R., Morton, D., Stanbrough, L., …Whiteside, K. (2023). Scoping potential routes to UK civil unrest via the food system: Results of a structured expert elicitation. Sustainability, 15(20), Article 14783. https://doi.org/10.3390/su152014783

We report the results of a structured expert elicitation to identify the most likely types of potential food system disruption scenarios for the UK, focusing on routes to civil unrest. We take a backcasting approach by defining as an end-point a soci... Read More about Scoping potential routes to UK civil unrest via the food system: Results of a structured expert elicitation.

The role of the state for managing voluntary food sustainability standards democratically (2023)
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Sanderson Bellamy, A., Gomes, M., Mülling Neutzling, D., & Kumar, V. (2023). The role of the state for managing voluntary food sustainability standards democratically. Journal of Rural Studies, 103, Article 103126. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrurstud.2023.103126

We have investigated the role of the state in the creation of democratic alternatives to private voluntary food sustainability standards (VFSS). Our study illustrates the complex relationship between civil society (in this case, the Participatory Gua... Read More about The role of the state for managing voluntary food sustainability standards democratically.

Aging in females is associated with changes in respiratory modulation of sympathetic nerve activity and blood pressure (2023)
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Adams, Z. H., Blythe, H. C., Charkoudian, N., Curry, T. B., Joyner, M. J., Kendrick, A. H., …Hart, E. C. (2023). Aging in females is associated with changes in respiratory modulation of sympathetic nerve activity and blood pressure. AJP - Heart and Circulatory Physiology, 325(5), H1108-H1117. https://doi.org/10.1152/ajpheart.00226.2023

Sympathetic nerve activity (SNA) is tightly coupled with the respiratory cycle. In healthy human males, respiratory modulation of SNA does not change with age. However, it is unclear how this modulation is affected by age in females. We investigated... Read More about Aging in females is associated with changes in respiratory modulation of sympathetic nerve activity and blood pressure.

New applications of gas chromatography and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for novel sample matrices in the forensic sciences: A literature review (2023)
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Gould, O., Nguyen, N., & Honeychurch, K. C. (2023). New applications of gas chromatography and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for novel sample matrices in the forensic sciences: A literature review. Chemosensors, 11(10), Article 527. https://doi.org/10.3390/chemosensors11100527

The investigation of novel sample matrices in the forensic sciences offers several possible advantages, such as allowing for results to be obtained in cases where common sample types are absent. This review focuses on the application of gas chromatog... Read More about New applications of gas chromatography and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for novel sample matrices in the forensic sciences: A literature review.

The therapeutic potential of oxyhydrogen gas in oncology: A study on Epstein–Barr Virus-immortalised B-lymphoblastoid (TK6) cells (2023)
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Russell, G., Thomas, A. D., Nenov, A., Mannings, G., & Hancock, J. T. (2023). The therapeutic potential of oxyhydrogen gas in oncology: A study on Epstein–Barr Virus-immortalised B-lymphoblastoid (TK6) cells. Hydrogen, 4(4), 746-759. https://doi.org/10.3390/hydrogen4040047

Cancer is a leading cause of mortality worldwide. B-cells are a keystone of the adaptive immune response and are essential for the presentation of tumor-associated antigens to various types of T-cells. Approximately 1.5% of global cancer cases, inclu... Read More about The therapeutic potential of oxyhydrogen gas in oncology: A study on Epstein–Barr Virus-immortalised B-lymphoblastoid (TK6) cells.