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This dataset includes the RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) in MLE-12 type II alveolar epithelial cells (AECII) exposed to diesel exhaust particle (DEP) at 0 (Control) and 50 μg/mL for 6, 16, and 24 hours. The dataset includes the summary of the gene sequenced, differentially expressed genes (DEG), and genes annotated by Disease Ontology (DO), Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways.

This dataset reflects the lung and intestinal microbiome in Fischer 344 ageing rats exposed to traffic-related air pollution for 3 months. Data here include lung and intestinal microbiome identified by analysing the 16S ribosomal (r)RNA gene amplified with specific primers, including Illumina sequencing adapters and sample-specific barcodes, and sequenced on an Illumina MiSeq sequencer.

This dataset reflects the RNA sequencing in ex vivo fetal lungs collected from ICR mice at an age of 11.5 embryonic (E) days exposed to Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) at 0 (control group) and 50 μg/mL (LPS group) for 3 days. The dataset includes the summary of the gene sequenced, differentially expressed genes (DEG), and genes annotated by Disease Ontology (DO), Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways.

This dataset provides the RNA sequencing of MLE-12 cells exposed to lipopolysaccharides (LPS) at 0 (control group) or 1 (LPS group) μg/mL for 2 hours, followed by coculturing with human umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hUC-MSCs; LPS + MSC group) for cell collection at 6 or 12 hours. The dataset includes the summary of gene quantification, differentially expressed genes (DEG), and gene annotation from Disease Ontology (DO), Gene Ontology (GO), and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG).

This dataset reflects the RNA sequencing in ex vivo fetal lungs collected from ICR mice at an age of 11.5 embryonic (E) days exposed to diesel exhaust particles (DEP) at 0 (control group) and 50 μg/mL (DEP group) for 3 days. The dataset includes the summary of the gene sequenced, differentially expressed genes (DEG), and genes annotated by Disease Ontology (DO), Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways.

We introduce an electronic laboratory notebook, Elegancy, a cloud-based and standalone web service distributed as a Docker image. Elegancy fits all laboratories but is specially equipped with several features benefitting biochemical laboratories. For example, it can be accessed on mobile devices, allowing researchers to upload photos or audio recordings directly from their smartphones. We also provide a chemical molecule drawing tool, chemical formula insertion tool, and laboratory supply management system. We believe that Elegancy could help the scientific research community gather evidence, share information, reorganize knowledge, and digitize laboratory works with greater ease and security. Availability and Implementation: Docker image of Elegancy is freely accessible at https://hub.docker.com/r/lsbnb/eln, Demo site: http://elncloud.iis.sinica.edu.tw/ , Video abstract: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXOa5WNytCM, User guide at https://elncloud.iis.sinica.edu.tw/eln_document/#/

Supplemental materials

Rotavirus vaccination reduces the incidence and severity of acute gastroenteritis due to rotavirus infection. However, because of a lack of understanding and private payment for the rotavirus vaccine, the rotavirus vaccination rate is still low in some countries. To assess the impact of shared decision-making (SDM) with the assistance of patient decision aids (PDAs) on the rotavirus vaccination rate, and the knowledge, confidence, and congruence of value among baby’s parents when decision-making. The study was a two-group, outcome assessor-blind, randomized, controlled trial. The families of 1-month-old infants for routine vaccination were enrolled; they were divided randomly into non-SDM and SDM groups. The influence of SDM on the acceptance of rotavirus vaccination was assessed when they were 2 months old. Outcome measures were decisional conflict, decision-making difficulties, and rotavirus vaccine knowledge, and the overall rotavirus vaccination rate. The study enrolled 180 participants. SDM, parents’ education level, and rotavirus vaccination of a previous child were variables that influenced acceptance of rotavirus vaccination. The SDM group scored significantly higher for understanding the information on the oral rotavirus vaccine than the non-SDM group, which helped them to decide whether to vaccinate the baby against rotavirus. The rotavirus vaccination rate was 16.7% higher in the SDM group than the non-SDM group. SDM assisted with PDAs gives more information and helps infants’ families understand what they need, reduces their decision conflict, and increases their baby’s vaccination against rotavirus, which promotes public health. The clinical trial is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03804489).

HN RCT

Supplemental Figure 1. AVF created by aortocaval puncture. Supplemental Figure 2. Doppler signals for confirmation of successful AVF creation. Supplemental Figure 3. Non-specific staining control. Supplemental Figure 4. Non-specific control of anti-ITGB6 antibody. Supplemental Table 1. Reference of the antibodies used in western blots Supplemental Table 2. Demographic and laboratory characteristics and risk for AVF maturation failure tested by univariable logistic regression. Supplemental Table 3. Medication and risk for AVF maturation failure tested by univariable logistic regression.