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October 2023 in “The Journal of Physical Chemistry C” Phosphates strongly attach to cerium dioxide nanoparticles, showing specific spectral patterns.
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July 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Dental pulp stem cells can help heal skin and mucosal wounds effectively.
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April 2004 in “Lancet Oncology” Chemotherapy in the first trimester of pregnancy is risky, but in the second and third trimesters, it's generally safe with careful drug selection and timing.
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