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Researchers from Nanjing Forestry University in the People's Republic of China have developed a multifunctional air filter paper with flame retardant, antibacterial, and hydrophobic properties. The paper was prepared using chemical treatment with pre-synthesized N, N-biguanide-diethyl phosphonic acid (AGDEPA) and octadecyl trichlorosilane (OTS). The air filter paper demonstrated self-extinguishing behavior, met industry standards for flame retardant materials, and showed high efficiency in killing E. coli and S. aureus bacteria. The addition of mercerized fibers also improved the air permeability of the filter paper. This research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the Military University of Technology in Warsaw, Poland, explored the use of graphene paper as a carrier for medicinal substances. The researchers incorporated the antibiotics ciprofloxacin, cefazolin, and methicillin into the graphene paper and tested its impact on bacterial strains. The study found that graphene paper with ciprofloxacin had a bactericidal effect on Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains, while methicillin and cefazolin acted mainly locally. The research suggests that graphene paper can be used as a carrier for selected medicinal substances. [Extracted from the article]

A recent preprint abstract discusses a cryopreservation strategy for storing myoblasts, which are cells involved in skeletal muscle health, in paper-based scaffolds. The goal of this research is to make it easier for the broader biology community to use three-dimensional tissue-engineered models for studying skeletal muscle pathophysiology and developing therapeutic agents. The researchers developed a protocol using commercially available reagents that allows myoblasts to be cryopreserved in a format that can be easily transferred to users without expertise in skeletal muscle cell culture. The study validates that the cryopreserved myoblasts maintain cell viability, differentiation, and function, and demonstrates successful shipping and use of the tissues by collaborators. The researchers also applied their method to study muscle endogenous repair. This research has not yet undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Mustansiriyah University in Baghdad, Iraq have developed a spectrophotometric method and a paper-based microfluidic device for the quantitative determination of Amoxicillin in pure form and pharmaceutical preparations. The detection method involves a coupling reaction of Amoxicillin with diazotized sulfadimidine in an alkaline medium, and the reaction product is measured at a specific wavelength. The paper-based microfluidic device can be used for the semi-quantitative determination of Amoxicillin in pure solution and commercial pharmaceutical products for rapid screening. This research provides a low-cost and portable method for analyzing active pharmaceutical ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Beijing Normal University explores the use of drawing paper as a therapeutic tool in drama counseling. The study focuses on a case study involving a Chinese primary school student who used drawing paper as a stage to act out a drama, allowing for emotional catharsis and expression. The research suggests that this approach could lead to a new therapeutic model in individual mental health counseling. The study also highlights the cultural significance of the drawing in drama counseling model within the Chinese culture. For more information, the full article can be accessed through the provided link. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Melbourne explores the terminology used to describe medications used in the treatment of seizure disorders. The study emphasizes the importance of accurate terminology in order to avoid misunderstandings and inappropriate use of these medications. The researchers recommend using the term "antiseizure medications" to accurately reflect their symptomatic effect against seizures and to prevent unrealistic expectations. However, the study also acknowledges the need for more refined terminology to describe the various actions of these medications. [Extracted from the article]