Effect of nano- and micro-polystyrene particles on small intestinal epithelial functions and enteric neuronal activity in vitro by Kristin Elfers, Pascal Benz, Marion Burmester, Silja Hein, Kathrin Hansen, Holger Sieg, Linda Böhmert, Maxi B. Paul, Gemma Mazzuoli-Weber

“…Therefore, a potential risk for gastrointestinal health has been suggested. In the current study, we aimed to investigate the effect of polystyrene particles of nano- (100 nm) and micro-size (1.0 μm), firstly, on intestinal epithelial electrophysiological processes using the Ussing chamber technique and, secondly, on enteric neuronal properties using neuroimaging on primary cultured enteric neurons. …”
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Potential of a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System with Multispectral and Thermal Sensors to Monitor Vineyard Characteristics for Precision Viticulture by Leeko Lee, Andrew Reynolds, Briann Dorin, Adam Shemrock

“…Precision viticulture can be used to determine and manage the spatial variation in grapevine health within a single vineyard block. Newer technologies such as remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPASs) with remote sensing capabilities can enhance the application of precision viticulture. …”
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Gambaran Penerapan Kode Etik Kedokteran Indonesia pada Dokter Umum di Puskesmas di Kota Padang by Rieke Arya Putri, Rahmatina B. Herman, Yulistini .

“…This study used quantitative descriptive design using a questionnaire of Indonesian Reflection Code of Ethics to general practitioner in community health centers in Padang. The 21 general practitioners who are willing tobe a respondent obtained classified in the less category in the Reflection of KODEKI Questionnaire. …”
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Stability and computational analysis of Influenza-A epidemic model through double time delay by Ateq Alsaadi, Ali Raza, Muhammed Bilal Riaz, Umar Shafique

“…According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 3–5 million cases are reported annually and approximately 290,000 to 650,000 respiratory deaths annually. …”
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Associations Between Frailty and Risk of All-Cause and Cardiovascular Mortality in Patients with Prediabetes: A Population-Based Study by Zhao C, Wang K

“…However, the association of frailty with all-cause and cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality in patients with prediabetes has not been thoroughly explored.Methods: Participants with prediabetes were derived from the 1999– 2018 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and followed up for all-cause and CVD mortality until December 31, 2019. …”
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Oral administration of hydrolyzed collagen alleviates pain and enhances functionality in knee osteoarthritis: Results from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study by Juan Antonio Carrillo-Norte, Guillermo Gervasini-Rodríguez, María Ángeles Santiago-Triviño, Virginio García-López, Rafael Guerrero-Bonmatty

“…Osteoarthritis (OA) is a major source of chronic pain and disability, representing a significant global health concern that affects 10–15 % of individuals aged over 60, with a higher prevalence among females than males. …”
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Deep brain stimulation of the anterior cingulate cortex reduces opioid addiction in preclinical studies by Mahdi Fatemizadeh, Esmail Riahi, Gholamreza Hassanzadeh, Anahita Torkaman-Boutorabi, Forough Radfar, Maryam Farahmandfar

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Androgen Effects on the Adrenergic System of the Vascular, Airway, and Cardiac Myocytes and Their Relevance in Pathological Processes by Abril Carbajal-García, Jorge Reyes-García, Luis M. Montaño

“…Androgens play an essential role in the adrenergic system of vascular, airway, and cardiac myocytes, favoring either a state of health or disease. While the use of androgens as a therapeutic tool for treating asthma symptoms or heart disease is proposed, the vascular system is warmly affected.…”
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Clinical trial participation, clinical care, and patient outcomes by practice setting: a real-world database analysis of patients with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia or Mantle Cell L... by Debora S. Bruno, Manoj Khanal, Xiaohong Li, Maricer P. Escalon, Katherine Winfree, Lisa M. Hess

“…Objective This study was designed to compare treatment patterns, clinical trial participation, and clinical outcomes among patients with small lymphocytic lymphoma/chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) by site of care.Methods A nationwide electronic health record (EHR)-derived de-identified database was utilized for this study. …”
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Application of Red and Blue LED Light on Cultivation and Postharvest of Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum L.) by Abdullah Bin Arif, Agus Budiyanto, null Setiawan, Tri Cahyono, Tri Ratna Sulistiyani, Tri Marwati, Siti Mariana Widayanti, null Setyadjit, Lamhot Parulian Manalu, Himawan Adinegoro, Nenie Yustiningsih, Mulyana Hadipernata, Irpan Badrul Jamal, Indra Budi Susetyo, Heny Herawati, Kasma Iswari, null Risfaheri

“…Different LED wavelengths can be explored to enhance various bioactive compounds and health-promoting components.…”
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Mapping genomic regions affecting sensitivity to bovine respiratory disease on chromosome X using selective DNA pooling by Ehud Lipkin, Maria Giuseppina Strillacci, Miri Cohen-Zinder, Harel Eitam, Moran Yishay, Morris Soller, Carlotta Ferrari, Alessandro Bagnato, Ariel Shabtay

“…Abstract Bovine respiratory disease is a leading health problem in feedlot cattle. Identification of affecting genes is essential for selection for decrease sensitivity. …”
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Pharmacophore-based approach for the identification of prospective UDP-2,3-diacylglucosamine hydrolase (LpxH) inhibitor from natural product database against Salmonella Typhi by Divyapriya Karthikeyan, Sanjit Kumar, NS Jayaprakash

“…Typhi is a significant public health threat. The traditional approach to discovering new drugs is a lengthy process. …”
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Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Phyllanthus niruri L. Leaf Extract: In Vitro Study on RAW 264.7 Macrophage Cells and In Silico Analysis by Ngurah Intan Wiratmini, Made Pharmawati, Anak Agung Sagung Alit Sukmaningsih, Sentot Joko Raharjo, Wahyu Widowati

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Nanomodified Peek Dental Implants: Bioactive Composites and Surface Modification—A Review by Shariq Najeeb, Zohaib Khurshid, Jukka Pekka Matinlinna, Fahad Siddiqui, Mohammad Zakaria Nassani, Kusai Baroudi

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Human Islet Amyloid Polypeptide Fibril Binding to Catalase: A Transmission Electron Microscopy and Microplate Study by Nathaniel G. N. Milton, J. Robin Harris

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Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy for adults with tinnitus in the UK: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Peter M Allen, David M Baguley, Gerhard Andersson, Eldré W Beukes, Vinaya Manchaiah

“…They will undergo the iCBT e-health intervention online together with audiological therapeutic support. …”
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The Therapeutic Potential of Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound in Enhancing Gallbladder Function and Reducing Inflammation in Cholesterol Gallstone Disease by Fang Chen, Run Guo, Tian Chen, Liping Liu, Fan Ding, Gang Zhao, Bo Zhang

“…Tissue analysis and Western blotting were performed to examine the expression of the cholecystokinin A receptor (CCKAR) and α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA) as markers of gallbladder smooth muscle health and the inflammatory microenvironment. Blood cholesterol levels were measured via biochemical assays. …”
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Working Together and Being Physically Active Are Not Enough to Advise Uniformly and Adequately Low Back Pain Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study by C. Praz, J. Ducki, M. L. Connaissa, P. Terrier, P. Vuistiner, B. Léger, F. Luthi

“…The profession of the health-care providers (HCPs) influences their recommendations to the patients. …”
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A case series of VATS intrapericardial pneumonectomy: a bi-centric experience by Güntuğ Batıhan, Kenan Can Ceylan

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O Instagram sob o viés da desinformação: as hashtags e o compartilhamento de informações na área de Nutrição by Thaís Guimarães, Rosa Inês Cordeiro

“…Com base no conjunto de princípios e diretrizes desenvolvidos pelo Journal of the American Medical Association, Health Onthe Net Foundation–HONcode –e por Charnock e Shepperd –DISCERN,para ajudar a garantir a qualidade e a credibilidade das informações em saúde e medicina na internet,desenvolveramcritérios que integram um instrumento que foi aplicado no exame da amostra, a fim de analisar e identificar informações confiáveis ou não nas publicações da área de Nutrição no Instagram por meio da representatividade das hashtags, uma vezque incidem naqualidade darecuperação. …”
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