The aim of this study is to investigate whether homocysteine (Hcy) has influences on endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) number and activity. Total mononuclear cells (MNCs) were isolated from… (More)
We reported that genistein, a soybean isoflavone, prevents bone loss caused by estrogen deficiency, without undesirable effects on the uterus. In this study, we examined cooperative effects of… (More)
The cDNA and genomic sequences of IgD and IgZ were characterized in grass carp Ctenopharyngodon idella in the present study, and with the identification of a BAC clone covering zeta, mu, and delta… (More)
Our previous studies showed that homocysteine (Hcy) reduces endothelial progenitor cell (EPC) numbers and impairs functional activity. However, the mechanisms by which Hcy reduces EPCs numbers and… (More)
Commercially pure titanium was treated with a H(2) O(2)/3mM TaCl(5) solution at 80 degrees C for various periods and a titania gel layer was formed on the surface. This gel remained amorphous when… (More)
The possible role of sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) Ca2+ stores in hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction (HPV) is not well understood. In order to assess the possible role of intracellular Ca2+ release… (More)
Commercially pure titanium specimens are subjected to three different treatments, and their bioactivity are evaluated by immersing the specimens in a simulated body fluid (SBF, Kokubo's recipe) for… (More)
Mesoporous nanocrystalline N-doped SiO2/TiO2 visible-light photocatalysts were prepared by treating SiO2/TiO2 xerogels in a flow of nitrogen gas bubbled through concentrated ammonia solution.… (More)
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To avoid the misdiagnosis of prostate cancer (PCA), many patients receive repeated biopsies, despite receiving prior negative biopsies for PCA. Signal transduction and activators of… (More)