Abstract: A live bacteria-containing particulate is provided, wherein the particulate comprises a bacterial strain, a first covering layer, and a second covering layer, and wherein the first covering layer is in-between the cell membrane and cell wall of the bacterial strain and the bacterial strain is dispersed in the second covering layer. A method of preparing a live bacteria-containing particulates is also provided, wherein the method comprises the following steps: (a) subjecting a bacterial strain to a three-stage fermentation to obtain a fermentation broth; (b) concentrating the fermentation broth to provide a concentrated bacterial solution; (c) mixing the concentrated bacterial solution with a protective agent; and (d) drying the mixture to provide live bacteria-containing particulates.

Abstract: A live bacteria-containing particulate is provided, wherein the particulate comprises a bacterial strain, a first covering layer, and a second covering layer, and wherein the first covering layer is in-between the cell membrane and cell wall of the bacterial strain and the bacterial strain is dispersed in the second covering layer. A method of preparing a live bacteria-containing particulates is also provided, wherein the method comprises the following steps: (a) subjecting a bacterial strain to a three-stage fermentation to obtain a fermentation broth; (b) concentrating the fermentation broth to provide a concentrated bacterial solution; (c) mixing the concentrated bacterial solution with a protective agent; and (d) drying the mixture to provide live bacteria-containing particulates.

Abstract: A collapsible mobility scooter includes a chassis and a transformation actuator. The chassis includes a rear frame a front frame pivotally connected to a rear frame. The front frame is pivoted to the rear frame when the chassis is in a collapsed position. The front frame is pivoted away from the rear frame when the chassis is in an extended position. The transformation actuator includes a rear end connected to the rear frame and a front end connected to the front frame.

Abstract: Provided is a method of promoting the growth of Akkermansia muciniphila, including contacting A. muciniphila with an effective amount of a prebiotic composition including a Musa ferment. Also provided is a prebiotic composition including a Musa ferment. The prebiotic composition promotes the growth of A. muciniphila in the intestine, and reduces the body weight, fat percentage, waist circumference, and hip circumference of obese individuals.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a Lactobacillus plantarum strain and a method for regulating expression of IL-1? gene, TNF-? gene, MMP1? gene and TIMP1 gene, and treating gout using the Lactobacillus plantarum strain.

Abstract: Provided is a method of improving urogenital health, including administering to a subject a composition including an effective amount of a Lactobacillus johnsonii strain deposited under the accession number of DSM 33288 or a metabolite thereof. The Lactobacillus johnsonii strain, which is a probiotic, and metabolites thereof inhibit the growth of common pathogenic bacteria and fungi causing genitourinary tract infections, thereby reducing the risk of genitourinary tract infections or alleviating symptoms thereof. Also provided is a composition for improving urogenital health which includes the Lactobacillus johnsonii strain.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of reducing body fat, comprising administering a composition comprising an effective amount of Lactobacillus paracasei or a metabolite thereof to a subject in need thereof. The Lactobacillus paracasei or the metabolite thereof can effectively convert the fatty acid into conjugated linoleic acid, inhibit the accumulation of fat and promote the decomposition of fat in fat cells, and can effectively reduce the percentage of body fat, waist circumference, and hip circumference, and simultaneously increase the muscle mass of the subject.

Abstract: Lactobacillus plantarum TCI378 is provided. The Lactobacillus plantarum TCI378 was deposited at German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures (Deutsche Sammlung von Mikroorganismen and Zellkulturen, DSMZ) under the accession number DSM 32451. A method for losing fat and/or improving gastrointestinal functions is also provided. The method comprises administering to a subject in need an effective amount of a composition, wherein the composition comprises Lactobacillus plantarum TCI378 and/or its metabolites.

Abstract: Alteromonas macleodii Dow02-2 is provided, wherein the Alteromonas macleodii Dow02-2 was deposited at German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures (Deutsche Sammlung von Mikroorganismen and Zellkulturen, DSMZ) under the accession number DSM33380, and its metabolites comprise 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid. A method for providing 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid is also provided, wherein the method comprises isolating the 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid from metabolites of Alteromonas macleodii Dow02-2 of biologically pure culture. A method for at least one of increasing expression of TGM1 gene, increasing expression of KRT1 gene, increasing expression of KRT10 gene, increasing expression of KRT14 gene, increasing expression of FLG gene, increasing expression of GBA gene, and increasing expression of HAS3 gene is also provided, wherein the method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid.

Abstract: The present invention provides a banana fermentation product, which is obtained by subjecting a banana pulp juice to a pre-fermentation and then a post-fermentation, wherein the pre-fermentation is conducted in the presence of Streptococcus thermophiles and yeast and the post-fermentation is conducted in the presence of Acetobacter. The banana fermentation product of the present invention is effective in anti-oxidation, increasing the amount of probiotics in the intestinal tract, reducing the amount of bad bacteria in the intestinal tract, and relieving constipation symptoms. The banana fermentation product of the present invention can further be used for providing an edible composition or a pharmaceutical composition.

Abstract: An elevation-type stair structure comprises: a first stair module, including plural first treads and a first wall surface having a first door and a second door; a second stair module, including plural second treads and a second wall surface having a third door and a fourth door; and an elevator module, enabling the first stair module or the second stair module to be ascended or descended, when the second stair module is ascended for being above a location defined at one side of the first stair module, the second door is aligned with the third door, when the second stair module is descended for being below a location defined at one side of the first stair module, the first door is aligned with the fourth door. Accordingly, a user can walk through the first stair module and the second stair module then return to an original location.

Abstract: A bio cellulose membrane with an outstanding water retention capacity and a method for producing the same are provided. The bio cellulose membrane comprises a first surface, a second surface, and a loose layer, wherein the average pore size of the first surface and the average pore size of the second surface are smaller than that of the loose layer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of preparing a dry biocellulose material, including immersing a biocellulose material into an aqueous solution containing 10% or a higher concentration of glycerol for a predetermined time, and drying the biocellulose material containing glycerol. The present invention also provides a dry biocellulose material prepared thereby. The preparation method of the present invention prevents irreversible impairment to the fibrous structure of the biocellulose material due to drying at high temperatures. Thus, the dry biocellulose material of the present invention may quickly regain a condition of high water content after contact with water.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a semiconductor device package including a carrier, an electrical component, an antenna, a conductive pad and a conductive line. The carrier includes a top surface. The electrical component is disposed over the top surface of the carrier. The antenna is disposed over the top surface of the carrier and spaced away from the electrical component. The conductive pad is disposed over the top surface of the carrier and beneath the antenna, wherein the conductive pad includes a resonant structure. The conductive line is electrically connected to the electrical component and extends within the carrier. A part of the conductive line is beneath the antenna and the resonant structure of the conductive pad.

Abstract: An elevation-type stair structure comprises: a first stair module, including plural first treads and a first wall surface having a first door and a second door; a second stair module, including plural second treads and a second wall surface having a third door and a fourth door; and an elevator module, enabling the first stair module or the second stair module to be ascended or descended, when the second stair module is ascended for being above a location defined at one side of the first stair module, the second door is aligned with the third door, when the second stair module is descended for being below a location defined at one side of the first stair module, the first door is aligned with the fourth door. Accordingly, a user can walk through the first stair module and the second stair module then return to an original location.

Abstract: Lactobacillus plantarum TCI378 is provided. The Lactobacillus plantarum TCI378 was deposited at German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures (Deutsche Sammlung von Mikroorganismen and Zellkulturen, DSMZ) under the accession number DSM 32451. A method for losing fat and/or improving gastrointestinal functions is also provided. The method comprises administering to a subject in need an effective amount of a composition, wherein the composition comprises Lactobacillus plantarum TCI378 and/or its metabolites.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a semiconductor device package including a carrier, an electrical component, an antenna, a conductive pad and a conductive line. The carrier includes a top surface. The electrical component is disposed over the top surface of the carrier. The antenna is disposed over the top surface of the carrier and spaced away from the electrical component. The conductive pad is disposed over the top surface of the carrier and beneath the antenna, wherein the conductive pad includes a resonant structure. The conductive line is electrically connected to the electrical component and extends within the carrier. A part of the conductive line is beneath the antenna and the resonant structure of the conductive pad.

Abstract: The present invention provides a banana fermentation product, which is obtained by subjecting a banana pulp juice to a pre-fermentation and then a post-fermentation, wherein the pre-fermentation is conducted in the presence of Streptococcus thermophiles and yeast and the post-fermentation is conducted in the presence of Acetobacter. The banana fermentation product of the present invention is effective in anti-oxidation, increasing the amount of probiotics in the intestinal tract, reducing the amount of bad bacteria in the intestinal tract, and relieving constipation symptoms. The banana fermentation product of the present invention can further be used for providing an edible composition or a pharmaceutical composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of preparing a functional biocellulose membrane, including immersing a biocellulose membrane in a functional solution and elevating a temperature of the functional solution to 35° C. or higher for a period of time. The present invention also provides a functional biocellulose mask produced according to the method. The functional biocellulose mask is filled uniformly with functional ingredients and achieves outstanding skin care effects.

Abstract: A bio cellulose membrane with an outstanding water retention capacity and a method for producing the same are provided. The bio cellulose membrane comprises a first surface, a second surface, and a loose layer, wherein the average pore size of the first surface and the average pore size of the second surface are smaller than that of the loose layer.