Impact of Motivational Enhanced Adherence Counseling and Point-of-Care Viral Load Monitoring on Viral Load Outcome in Women on Life-Long ART: A Randomized Pilot Study by Mercy T. Mutambanengwe-Jacob, Charles C. Maponga, K. Rivet Amico, Bernard Ngara, Nonhlanhla Yende-Zuma, Tariro D. Chawana, Teacler Nematadzira, Justice F. Gumbo, Tendayi Goverayi, Petronella Matibe, Bernadette V. Malunda, Jim Aizire, Taha E. Taha, Mary G. Fowler, Lynda Stranix-Chibanda

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Adhesion-induced MoS2 layer transfer via in-situ TEM-nanoindentation: Effects of curvature and substrate mediated residual stress by Jhih H. Liang, Mehdi Rouhani, J. David Schall, Takaaki Sato, Christopher Muratore, Nicholas R. Glavin, Robert W. Carpick, Yeau-Ren Jeng

“…Our findings, validated by Raman and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, reveal unique insights into MoS2's interfacial behavior. We observed a decreased structural order in MoS2 on sharper tips, particularly those without pre-deposition oxidation. …”
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Performances of asphalt mastic incorporating with a home-made sustained-releasing salt storage additive by Wei Du, Qing-liang Wang, Yong-xu Li, Xiao-ning Wang, Xiao-cun Liu, Ya-fei Wang, Yan-min Wang, Jin Li

“…As a result, the fatigue behavior at intermediate temperatures necessitates further research.…”
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Molecular simulations reveal intricate coupling between agonist-bound β-adrenergic receptors and G protein by Yanxiao Han, John R.D. Dawson, Kevin R. DeMarco, Kyle C. Rouen, Khoa Ngo, Slava Bekker, Vladimir Yarov-Yarovoy, Colleen E. Clancy, Yang K. Xiang, Surl-Hee Ahn, Igor Vorobyov

“…Our analysis revealed distinct binding behaviors of NE within β1AR and β2AR despite identical orthosteric binding pockets. β2AR had an additional binding site, explaining variations in NE binding affinities. …”
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Intravenous esketamine in pediatric Rett syndrome: An open-label, early phase 1 pilot study by Huiping Li, Shu Liu, Caimei Lin, Yuchao Wu, Xiuping Wu, Yukun Huang, Yajun Wu, Xiubin Tong, Xiu Xu

“…Three participants showed minimal improvements in their Clinical Global Impression Scale-Improvement, Rett Syndrome Behavior Questionnaire, and Revised Motor Behaviors Assessment Scale scores. …”
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Assessment of the Distributed Ledger Technology for Energy Sector Industrial and Operational Applications Using the MITRE ATT&CK® ICS Matrix by Annabelle Lee, Sri Nikhil Gupta Gourisetti, David Jonathan Sebastian-Cardenas, Kent Lambert, Vicente Navarro, Marco Pasetti, Umit Cali, Kateryna Isirova, Ramesh Reddi, Puica Nitu, Md. Touhiduzzaman, Michael Mylrea, Philip Huff, Farrokh Rahimi, Shammya Shananda Saha

“…The MITRE ATT&CK® for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) matrix was created to provide knowledge about adversary behavior in the ICS technology domain. This study analyzes the relevance of various tactics and techniques across a seven-layer DLT engineering and cybersecurity stack, known as the DLT stack, designed by the Cybersecurity Taskforce under IEEE P2418.5 - Standard for Blockchain in Energy working group sponsored by Power and Energy Systems - Smart Buildings, Loads and Customer Systems (PES/SBLC) Technical Committee. …”
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Playing hide and seek with primates: A comparative study of Theory of Mind by Aurore San‑Galli, Marie Devaine, Cinzia Trapanese, Shelly Masi, Sébastien Bouret, Jean Daunizeau

“…Although non-human primates (apes in particular) exhibit elaborate social behavior, there is no established consensus on whether this mirrors some form of sophisticated ToM. …”
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A synthesis of academic literature on eco-spirituality by A.H.A. Adow, M.M. Safeer, M.G.H. Mohammed, M. Sayeed Alam, M.M. Sulphey

“…The objective of this study is to systematically analyze the expanding literature on eco-spirituality and environmental behavior, highlighting key influencers, seminal works, and emerging trends to provide a comprehensive overview and suggest future research directions. …”
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Lower Urinary Tract and Gastrointestinal Dysfunction Are Common in Early Parkinson’s Disease by Daniel Martinez-Ramirez, Edna Sophia Velazquez-Avila, Alejandro Almaraz-Espinoza, Arnulfo Gonzalez-Cantú, Genaro Vazquez-Elizondo, Daniel Overa-Posada, Amin Cervantes-Arriaga, Mayela Rodriguez-Violante, Mirna Gonzalez-Gonzalez

“…Patients with fatigue (beta = 4.28, p<0.001), probable rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (beta = 2.71, p<0.001), excessive daytime sleepiness (beta = 1.88,p=0.039), impulsivity and compulsivity (beta = 2.42, p<0.001), and increasing age (beta = 1.05, p<0.001) were more likely to have high dysautonomic scores. …”
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Self-perception of risk for HIV acquisition among people in prisons in Iran: A nationwide survey in 2017 by Zahra Abdolahinia, Seyed Aria Nejadghaderi, Soheil Mehmandoost, AliAkbar Haghdoost, Abedin Iranpour, Mohammad Karamouzian, Hamid Sharifi

“…Abstract Background Self-perception of risk for HIV acquisition is crucial for promoting preventive behaviors among people in prisons. This cross-sectional study examined self-perception of HIV risk and associated factors among people in prisons in Iran. …”
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Quantifying Baryonic Feedback on the Warm–Hot Circumgalactic Medium in CAMELS Simulations by Isabel Medlock, Chloe Neufeld, Daisuke Nagai, Daniel Anglés-Alcázar, Shy Genel, Benjamin D. Oppenheimer, Xavier Sims, Priyanka Singh, Francisco Villaescusa-Navarro

“…Understanding how models of stellar and active galactic nucleus (AGN) feedback affect baryon behavior across different halo masses and redshifts is essential. …”
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Oleanolic Acid Cubic Liquid Crystal Nanoparticle-Based Thermosensitive Gel Attenuates Depression Symptoms in Chronic Unpredictable Mild Stress Rats by Shi Z, Wang Q, Li Q, Jia F, Xu W

“…Experimental results from CUMS rats showed that the gel significantly affected interleukin (IL)-4, IL-6, acetylcholinesterase, acetylcholine, 5-hydroxytryptamine, and brain-derived neurotrophic factor, and improved depression-like behavior in rats, as measured by sucrose preference, forced swimming, and box shuttle tests.Conclusion: The OANG nasal drug delivery system has specific brain-targeting properties and exerts anti-depressant effects.Keywords: oleanolic acid, cubic liquid crystal nanoparticles, drug delivery systems, major depressive disorder, chronic unpredictable mild stress…”
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Community Use and Perceptions of Climate Shelters in Schoolyards in Barcelona by Marta Sanz-Mas, Marta Sanz-Mas, Xavier Continente, Xavier Continente, Xavier Continente, Marc Marí-Dell’Olmo, Marc Marí-Dell’Olmo, Marc Marí-Dell’Olmo, María José López, María José López, María José López, María José López

“…We analyzed user characteristics, thermal comfort and wellbeing, activities and differences by age and gender, social behavior, additional benefits, and areas for improvement.ResultsAdapted schoolyards were mostly visited by families and groups of adolescents with a higher proportion of boys. …”
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Impact of Early-Life Microbiota on Immune System Development and Allergic Disorders by Norbert Dera, Katarzyna Kosińska-Kaczyńska, Natalia Żeber-Lubecka, Robert Brawura-Biskupski-Samaha, Diana Massalska, Iwona Szymusik, Kacper Dera, Michał Ciebiera

“…The way the microbiota is shaped, resulting from the health-promoting behavior of pregnant women, the rational conduct of the medical staff and the proper performance of the diagnostic and therapeutic process, is necessary to maintain the health of the mother and the child. …”
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Total flavonoids of Astragalus membranaceus protect against 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine-induced neurotoxicity in mice by inhibiting ferroptosis through SLC7A11/GPX... by Zitian Gao, Gaorui Wang, Yujie Chen, Wuke Yuan, Jun Cai, Aiping Feng, Jie Fang, Qi Xu, Xiaojun Wu

“…TFA offered neuroprotection against 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) in the mouse model of Parkinsonism, by improving behavior performance in the gait analysis and pole test, and inhibiting the decline of tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) positive neurons and TH protein expression in substantia nigra of mice. …”
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Transplantation of mitochondria from human malignant tumor cells as a method of tumor growth formation in the lungs of laboratory animals by O. I. Kit, E. M. Frantsiyants, A. I. Shikhlyarova, I. V. Neskubina

“…After the introduction of mitochondria into the tail vein of mice, no changes were found in the animals’ behavior, coloration of coverings. No respiratory problems, and no allergic reactions to the introduction of foreign protein were detected. …”
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City information models for optimal EV charging and energy-resilient renaissance by Zhaohui Dan, Aoye Song, Yuyu Zheng, Xinyue Zhang, Yuekuan Zhou

“…Considering future interactive energy dynamics, an agent-based modeling (ABM) platform is developed for optimal urban cross-sector energy network planning, incorporating climate-adaptive resilience and parameter uncertainties such as electric vehicle traveling behaviors, charging preferences, etc. Applied in Nansha, China, the ABM platform demonstrates computational efficiency and accuracy. …”
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First-principles calculations for the effect of irradiation-induced point defects on the hydrogen dissolution and diffusion in γ-Al2O3 by Xin-Dong Pan, Xiao-Chun Li, Jing Wang, Rongmei Yu, Chunying Pu, Hai-Shan Zhou, Guang-Nan Luo

“…These findings provide valuable insights into the influence of irradiation-induced point defects on H behavior in γ-Al2O3, which is essential for improving the efficiency of FeAl/Al2O3 tritium permeation barriers.…”
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App-Based Ecological Momentary Assessment of Problematic Smartphone Use During Examination Weeks in University Students: 6-Week Observational Study by Ji Seon Ahn, InJi Jeong, Sehwan Park, Jooho Lee, Minjeong Jeon, Sangil Lee, Gangho Do, Dooyoung Jung, Jin Young Park

“…Despite the severity of PSU, its association with behaviors such as physical activity, mobility, and sociability has received limited research attention. …”
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Study on the Influence of Introducing Al Transition Layer on Deuterium Resistance of Al2O3 Coating by Weijing Wang, Qinghe Yu, Xiaopeng Liu, Lei Hao, Jing Mi, Shijie Li, Shuai Li, Zheng Lu, Shanshan Li, Hao Liu

“…The field emission scanning electron microscope (SEM), the grazing incident X-ray diffraction technique (GIXRD), and the auger electron spectroscopy (AES) were used to analyze the microscopic morphology, phase, and element distribution in the depth direction of the Al/Al2O3 coating, and the gas-driver permeation method was used to measure the deuterium permeation behavior of the coating sample. The results show that Al2O3 is amorphous after annealing at 873 K. …”
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