Bone morphogenetic protein 9 (BMP‐9) is a member of the transforming growth factor (TGF)‐β/BMP
superfamily, and we have demonstrated that it is one of the most potent BMPs to …

Pectin-rich dietary fibers were prepared from citrus peel through alkaline hydrogen peroxide
treatment (AHP-CF) or homogenization treatment (H-CF). Structural and physicochemical …

The overuse of fossil fuels in recent years has resulted in exceedingly high carbon dioxide (CO
2 ) levels in the air, exacerbating the severe greenhouse effect. It is urgent for scientists to …

Background The prevalence of obesity among children is growing in China at present.
Childhood obesity reflects complex interactions of genetic, environmental, social and behavioral …

Reinforced concrete (RC) stub columns are commonly featured in the construction industry,
used in structures such as buildings and bridges. In coastal areas, bridge piers are …

It is well known that Hg(II) ion is one of the most toxic chemical species in the environment,
thus developing new sensors for recyclable detection of Hg(II) with excellent sensitivity and …

Iodide adsorption and electrochemical negative potential desorption were proposed and
compared to obtain clean SERS substrates. The two methods can effectively eliminate the …

The triglyceride glucose (TyG) index has been proposed to be a surrogate of insulin resistance.
In the present study, we aimed to examine the relationship between TyG index and the …

Background Given the fat redistribution in later stages of life, how the associations between
abdominal obesity and the risk of morbidity and mortality have changed with age have not …

OBJECTIVE To evaluate the association between prediabetes and heart failure (HF) and the
association of HF with changes in glycemic status. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS …