Objective Poorly controlled diabetes frequently exacerbates lung infection, thereby complicating treatment strategies. Recent studies have shown that exendin-4 exhibits not only hypoglycemic but also anti-inflammatory properties. This study aimed to explore the role of exendin-4 in lung infection with diabetes, as well as its association with NOD1/NF-κB and the T1R2/T1R3 sweet taste receptor. Methods 16HBE human bronchial epit...

The development of an offshore island presented a need to construct an electricity grid with the laying of submarine cable. The floating airbag is a useful tool for cable construction, especially during landing. The effects of these airbags on cable hydrodynamic behaviors were investigated in this study. Regular wave conditions with various airbag intervals and cable masses were employed in wave flume tests. The vertical displ...