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The anti-Michael addition reaction, which involves nucleophilic addition reactions to the α-position of α,β-unsaturated carbonyl compounds, has been difficult to achieve so far. In...

Doxepin is an antihistaminic, antidepressant, and sleeping aid that has two geometric isomers—molecules with equal chemical formulas but different 3D arrangements. While its Z-isomer...

Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) are a promising avenue to meet global demands for clean energy. They can produce electricity through environmentally friendly electrochemical...

Nanoscale electron transfer (ET) in solids is fundamental to the development of multifunctional materials. However, ET in solids is not yet clearly understood. Now,...

Obesity and inflammatory diseases are increasing in prevalence and contribute to the growing burden of lifestyle disorders such as diabetes and hypertension. There is...

Gut bacteria convert dietary fatty acids into useful metabolites with benefits in metabolic and inflammatory disorders. However, their immunomodulatory effects and underlying molecular mechanisms...

Plant-derived nanoparticles have demonstrated significant anticancer effects. Researchers from Japan recently developed rice bran-derived nanoparticles (rbNPs) that efficiently suppressed cell proliferation and induced programmed...

Euglena gracilis, often regarded as a “superfood,” is a promising microalga with many health and nutritional benefits. In a recent study, researchers from Japan...

Researchers find that rose essential oil activates tomato defense genes and attracts herbivore predators that protect the plants. Following injury, plants release terpenoids to enhance...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is known for its high energy consumption, especially in data-intensive tasks like health monitoring. To address this, researchers at Tokyo University...

Quick-acting targeted therapies with minimal side effects are an urgent need for the treatment of anxiety-related disorders. While delta opioid receptor (DOP) agonists have...

Merrillianin is a naturally occurring compound found in Chinese herbal medicine. In a significant milestone for drug development, researchers have succeeded in its artificial...