Dietary tea tree (Melaleucae Aetheroleum) oil fortifies growth, biochemical, immune-antioxidant trait, gene function, tissue reaction, and Aeromonas sobria resistance in Nile tilap... by Mohamed Shaalan, Heba H. Mahboub, Ahmed Hosny Abdelgawad, Abdelwahab A. Abdelwarith, Elsayed M. Younis, Ahmed A. Elnegiry, Asmaa W. Basher, Walaa El-Houseiny, Sherif M. Shawky, Sahar H. Orabi, Simon J. Davies, Yasmina K. Mahmoud

“…Similarly, the total blood protein, albumin, total globulin levels, Serum complement-3 levels, lysozyme activity, immunoglobulin M (IgM), nitric oxide, and phagocytic activity were significantly enhanced in all treatments, notably in the 2.0 mL TTO/kg fed groups compared to the control. …”
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Distal Femur Type III Open Fractures: Functional Outcome Analysis by Arul R Bhagyaraj, Anand Ashok, Manisha J Kumar, Krupakaran Ganesan, Anand Kurian, Dan B Inja, Manasseh Nithyananth, Vinoo M Cherian, Jeremy Bliss

“…About 11% of patients had vascular injuries, all of whom underwent amputation. The high velocity of injury correlated with poor knee range of movements (<i>p</i>-value of 0.030). …”
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Behavior Changes in Quinpirole Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Rats Treated with 6-Hydroxydopamine and the Corresponding Dopaminergic Compulsive Loop Mechanism by Haowen Zheng, Rui He, Yang Ming, Haiping He, Wei Wang, Ligang Chen, Feilong Gong

“…In the NS group, rats simultaneously received a 6-OHDA stereotactic injection (NS+6-OHDA-S group, n = 6: AC2, MD2, NAC2). All QNP-treated rats were then continued to be given QNP twice a week for 4 weeks, and their behaviour was observed after each infusion. …”
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Decadal transformations of antarctic sea ice modes by Benli Guo, Benli Guo, Benli Guo, Peng Yang, Peng Yang, Peng Yang, Jie Yuan, Jie Yuan, Jie Yuan, Honglian Xing, Honglian Xing, Honglian Xing, Wenjie Yuan, Wenjie Yuan, Wenjie Yuan, Yuanku Meng, Yuanku Meng, Yuanku Meng

“…The results indicate that Antarctic sea ice has shifted from a growth trend of 1.7% per year in the previous decade to a melting trend in almost all regions, except the Amundsen Sea. The decline is particularly pronounced during autumn and winter, with rates of -7.1% and -6.5% per year, respectively. …”
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High-resolution spatiotemporal analysis of chikungunya epidemics between 2019 and 2020 in Salvador, Brazil: a municipality-level transmission dynamics studyResearch in context by Hernan D. Argibay, Cristiane W. Cardoso, William M. de Souza, Raquel L. Souza, Maysa Pellizzaro, Geraldo M. Cunha, Julie Clennon, Scott C. Weaver, Mitermayer G. Reis, Uriel Kitron, Guilherme S. Ribeiro

“…Socioeconomic factors, environmental conditions, and prior chikungunya incidence, probably reflecting herd immunity, all influence case incidence. Funding: Secretary of Health of Salvador, Federal University of Bahia, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, National Council for Scientific and Technological Development, Foundation for Research Support of the Bahia State, Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior – Brasil (CAPES), Clinical and Applied Research Network in Chikungunya, Global Virus Network, Burroughs Wellcome Fund, Wellcome Trust, and the United States National Institutes of Health.…”
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High-Performance Carbon Nanotube Optoelectronic Transistor With Optimized Process for 3D Communication Circuit Applications by Shuang Liu, Heyi Huang, Yanqing Li, Yadong Zhang, Feixiong Wang, Zhaohao Zhang, Qingzhu Zhang, Jiali Huo, Jiaxin Yao, Jing Wen, Huaxiang Yin

“…Finally, the tentative Morse code communication applications all by the optimized CNFETs were obtained. These technologies and functional implementations provided a promising approach for future 3D functional communication systems with CNT technology.…”
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Effect of prenatal multiple micronutrient supplementation on birth weight in Ethiopia: protocol for a pragmatic cluster-randomised trial by Joanna Schellenberg, Charles Opondo, Tanya Marchant, Lars Åke Persson, Masresha Tessema, Atkure Defar, Alemneh Kabeta Daba, Girum Taye, Senait Alemayehu, Elias Asfaw, Anene Tesfa, Bedasa Tessema, Kalkidan Zenebe

“…During the study period, the birth weights of all eligible babies born in enrolled health facilities in these 42 districts are continuously recorded alongside data on maternal receipt and use of either multiple micronutrient or iron-folic acid supplementation. …”
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The INFLUENCE 3.0 model: Updated predictions of locoregional recurrence and contralateral breast cancer, now also suitable for patients treated with neoadjuvant systemic therapy by M.C. Van Maaren, T.A. Hueting, D.J.P. van Uden, M. van Hezewijk, L. de Munck, M.A.M. Mureau, P.A. Seegers, Q.J.M. Voorham, M.K. Schmidt, G.S. Sonke, C.G.M. Groothuis-Oudshoorn, S. Siesling

“…Regarding calibration, observed-predicted differences were all <1 %. Conclusion: This INFLUENCE 3.0 models showed moderate performance in LRR and CBC prediction. …”
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Serum hsa-miR-22-3p, hsa-miR-885-5p, Lipase-to-Amylase Ratio, C-Reactive Protein, CA19-9, and Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio as Prognostic Factors in Advanced Pancreatic Ductal Ade... by Jakub Wnuk, Dorota Hudy, Joanna Katarzyna Strzelczyk, Łukasz Michalecki, Kamil Dybek, Iwona Gisterek-Grocholska

“…This study was conducted in 50 patients previously diagnosed with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma in clinical stage (CS) III and IV. All patients underwent a complete medical history, physical examination, and routine laboratory tests including a complete blood count, C-reactive protein (CRP), CA19-9, lipase, and amylase. …”
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Metabolomics and Transcriptomics Reveal the Effects of Different Fermentation Times on Antioxidant Activities of <i>Ophiocordyceps sinensis</i> by Min He, Tao Wang, Chuyu Tang, Mengjun Xiao, Xiaojian Pu, Jianzhao Qi, Yuling Li, Xiuzhang Li

“…The combined analysis revealed significant and extremely significant positive and negative correlations between all the DAMs and DEGs. The primary enriched pathways (<i>p</i> < 0.05) included glutathione metabolism, tryptophan metabolism, carbon metabolism, biosynthesis of secondary metabolites, and phenylalanine metabolism. …”
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Indicators of Esophageal pH-Impedance Monitoring and High-Resolution Manometry in Patients with Various Forms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease by I. V. Maev, E. V. Barkalova, M. A. Ovsepyan, D. N. Andreev, Yu. A. Kucheryavyi

“…The average age of the examined patients was 46 years. All patients underwent 24-hour esophageal pH-impedance monitoring and high resolution manometry.Results.  …”
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Comparison of metabarcoding taxonomic markers to describe fungal communities in fermented foods by Rué, Olivier, Coton, Monika, Dugat-Bony, Eric, Howell, Kate, Irlinger, Françoise, Legras, Jean-Luc, Loux, Valentin, Michel, Elisa, Mounier, Jérôme, Neuvéglise, Cécile, Sicard, Delphine

“…We created a database, including all mock species sequences for each barcode to compensate for the lack of curated data in available databases. …”
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Early release of circulating tumor cells after transarterial chemoembolization hinders therapeutic response in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma by María L. Espejo-Cruz, Sandra González-Rubio, Juan J. Espejo, Javier M. Zamora-Olaya, María Prieto-Torre, Clara I. Linares, Álvaro Ruiz-Ramas, Álvaro Jiménez-Arranz, Marta Guerrero-Misas, Pilar Barrera-Baena, Antonio Poyato-González, José L. Montero, Marina Sánchez-Frías, María D. Ayllón, Manuel L. Rodríguez-Perálvarez, Manuel de la Mata, Gustavo Ferrín

“…Tumor vascularity was assessed by an interventional radiologist. Results In all, 48 patients with HCC undergoing TACE were included (age 64.2 ± 7.6 years, 14.6% women). …”
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Translation and assessment of encultured meaning of the Multi-Dimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support in Din&eacute; bizaad (Navajo) using community-based participatory actio... by Tapati Dutta, Jon Agley, Camille Keith, Gregory Zimet

“…Using convenience and snowball sampling, a 2.5-hour focus group discussion was conducted and audio-recorded in May 2023 with eight Navajo community members who met eligibility criteria (including fluency in both Din&amp;eacute; and English). All participants provided consent and received gratitude gifts for completion. …”
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Ventricular assist device implantation in children with a mechanical valve: An ACTION registry analysis by Sabena F. Hussain, MD, MSc, Elyse Miller, MD, Othman Aljohani, MBBS, MPH, Scott Auerbach, MD, David Bearl, MD, Victor Benvenuto, MD, Erica Bonura, MD, Richard L. Crawford, Anna Joong, MD, Jameson Dyal, MD, Christina Hartje-Dunn, MD, Sujit Jana, MD, Sonia Kaushal, MD, Melanie Lynn, MD, Joseph Spinner, MD, Laura Radel, MD, Alexander Raskin, MD, Diana Torpoco-Rivera, MD, Sarah J. Wilkens, MD, MPH, Chet R. Villa, MD

“…Objectives: This study assessed VAD outcomes in patients with CHD and a mechV. Methods: All patients with a history of CHD (n = 433) in the Advanced Cardiac Therapies Improving Outcomes Network database were included in the study (January 2012-January 2023). …”
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The impact of locus of control on somatic and psychological profiles of patients with irritable bowel syndrome engaging in aerobic exercise by Laura Prospero, Giuseppe Riezzo, Benedetta D’Attoma, Antonia Ignazzi, Antonella Bianco, Isabella Franco, Ritanna Curci, Angelo Campanella, Claudia Beatrice Bagnato, Piero Porcelli, Gianluigi Giannelli, Francesco Russo

“…AEP organized in walking groups has shown significant improvements for all IBS patients. Since external LoC was associated with poorer health status, individually tailored interventions should be planned to increase patients’ self-motivation to treatment. …”
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Improving future fish consumption: A case study on developing fish products for preschool children by Hui Jia, Zdeněk Fuka, Jan Hora, Magdalena Marešová, Věra Adámková, Koushik Roy, Jan Mraz

“…Microbiological analysis confirmed all products met European (EU) standards with Listeria monocytogenes levels (0 before product left producer, <10 CFU/g during 3-week shelf-life), ensuring safety. …”
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Social determinants and follow-up care after emergency department discharge for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage by Meghan M. Dillan, Joseph Piktel, Adam Perzynski, Mary Jo Roach, Kristen K. Curtis, Yasir Tarabichi, Lance Wilson, Michael L. Kelly

“…Individualized discharge planning and formulation of care pathways that account for the mental health and social needs of all patients may improve long-term outcomes. Further understanding of health disparities present in ED TBI care is needed.…”
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Thermodynamic properties of iron, aluminum, boron and phosphorus in dilute silicon solutions by molecular interaction volume model by Li S.-Y., Liu K., Yang F., Xi F.-S., Wu J.-J., Ma W.-H., Lei Y., Wang Y.-J., Zhang X.-N.

“…At the same time, the interaction parameters among components B, Al, and Fe in dilute ternary Sii- j solutions were also derived as εFe,B=-1.2758-2946.306/T, εAl,B = 0.7467-9765.9298/T and εFe,Al= -1.39677+3319.6803/T. Most important of all, the temperature dependences of the interaction parameters and activity coefficients in dilute Si-i and Si-i-j solutions with a certain i or j concentration were deduced. …”
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The influence of surface modification on the morphological characteristics and microhardness of HVG steel by A. A. Teploukhov, N. A. Semenyuk, A. E. Teryokhina, S. I. Motovilov, D. V. Skakun

“…High adhesion values obtained using the method proposed by Gerald Frankel from Ohio State University indicate good quality of the applied coating. All of the above indicates the prospects of using the above-mentioned methodology in the mechanical engineering industry.…”
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