Microbial diversity and biogeography across gastrointestinal tracts of Takifugu pufferfish revealed by full-length 16S amplicon sequencing by Xingkun Jin, Yan Shi, Zhenlong Sun, Yaohui Wang, Zhe Zhao

“…Takifugu pufferfish, which are an example of species evolved through adaptive radiation, possess a GIT that is specialized for antipredator defense and gluttonous feeding behaviors, offering a unique model to explore the effects of GIT compartmentalization and host genetics on gut microbial communities. …”
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Are there sensitive periods for physical activity to influence the development of executive function in children? by Joseph M. Northey, Lauren B. Raine, Charles H. Hillman

“…Executive functions emerge throughout childhood and shape multiple cognitive and behavioral outcomes across the lifespan. Given the importance of these functions, there is considerable interest in understanding the role of environmental enrichment to support their development. …”
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DyCeModel: a tool for 1D simulation for distribution of plant hormones controlling tissue patterning by D. S. Azarova, N. A. Omelyanchuk, V. V. Mironova, E. V. Zemlyanskaya, V. V. Lavrekha

“…We applied DyCeModel to simulate cell dynamics in plant meristems with different cellular structures and demonstrated that DyCeModel helps to identify the relationships between hormone concentration and cellular behaviors. The tool visualizes the simulation progress and presents a video obtained during the calculation. …”
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The Neural Development of Chinese Lexical Tone Perception: A Mismatch Negativity Study Across Childhood, Adolescence, and Adulthood by Han Wu, Yixiao Zhang, Yiru Liu, Shijun Zhang, Linjun Zhang, Hua Shu, Yang Zhang

“…Although the development of lexical tone perception ability has been examined in many behavioral studies, its developmental trajectory from childhood to adulthood at the neural level remains unclear. …”
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Mixing-enthalpy modulation on phase transformation in the gradient chemical core/shell high-entropy shape-memory alloys by E-Wen Huang, Tu-Ngoc Lam, Zachary H. Aitken, Mao-Yuan Luo, Nien-En Chiang, Yuh Sun, Jo-Chi Tseng, Ching-Yu Chiang, Wan-Zhen Hsieh, Wen-Jay Lee, Yong-Wei Zhang, Peter K. Liaw, Che-Wei Tsai

“…In this study, selected benchmark phenomena revealed by in-situ synchrotron X-ray mapping demonstrates how local chemical gradients control temperature-dependent behaviors in HEAs. Specifically, the gradient chemical layers in the core/shell structure play an important role in the thermally-induced phase transformation of Cu15Ni35Ti50-x(HfZr)x high-entropy shape-memory alloys (HESMAs). …”
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Pentoxifylline Neuroprotective Effects Are Possibly Related to Its Anti-Inflammatory and TNF-Alpha Inhibitory Properties, in the 6-OHDA Model of Parkinson’s Disease by Kelly Rose Tavares Neves, Hélio Vitoriano Nobre, Luzia Kalyne A. M. Leal, Geanne Matos de Andrade, Gerly Anne de Castro Brito, Glauce Socorro de Barros Viana

“…At the next day, they were euthanized and their striata processed for neurochemical (DA and DOPAC determinations), histological, and immunohistochemical (Fluoro-Jade, TH, DAT, OX-42, TNF-alpha, COX-2, and iNOS) studies. PTX reversed the behavioral changes observed in the untreated 6-OHDA animals. …”
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Alcohol Inhibits Odontogenic Differentiation of Human Dental Pulp Cells by Activating mTOR Signaling by Wei Qin, Qi-Ting Huang, Michael D. Weir, Zhi Song, Ashraf F. Fouad, Zheng-Mei Lin, Liang Zhao, Hockin H. K. Xu

“…Long-term heavy alcohol consumption could result in a range of health, social, and behavioral problems. People who abuse alcohol are at high risks of seriously having osteopenia, periodontal disease, and compromised oral health. …”
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Early Treatment with Intranasal Neostigmine Reduces Mortality in a Mouse Model of Naja naja (Indian Cobra) Envenomation by Matthew R. Lewin, Stephen P. Samuel, David S. Wexler, Philip Bickler, Sakthivel Vaiyapuri, Brett D. Mensh

“…Untreated mice injected with 2.5× LD50 Naja naja died at average 193 minutes after injection, while 10 of 15 (67%) of treated mice survived and were behaviorally normal by 6 hours (P<0.02). In the 5× LD50 group, survival was prolonged from 45 minutes to 196 minutes (P=0.01) and for 10× LD50 mice, survival increased from 30 to 175 minutes (P<0.02). …”
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Evaluating knowledge gains from structured sexual and reproductive health education among in-school adolescents in Southeast Nigeria by Chibuike Agu, Chinyere Ojiugo Mbachu, Ifunanya Clara Agu, Godstime Eigbiremolen, Ugenyi Iloabachie, Ozioma Nwankpa, Obinna Onwujekwe

“…Abstract Background Lack of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) knowledge among adolescents can lead to risky sexual behaviors and poor SRH outcomes. This study aimed to assess the difference in SRH knowledge between adolescents in schools that received SRH interventions and those in non-intervention schools in Ebonyi State, Southeast, Nigeria. …”
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Impregnation of Silver Nanoparticles onto Polymers Based on Sugarcane Bagasse for the Remediation of Endocrine Disruptor–Bisphenol A from Water by Farid Mzee Mpatani, Ussi Makame Kombo, Khamis Rashid Kheir, Nahya Khamis Nassor, Daniel Joshua, Salma Saleh Mussa, Salama Abubakar Mohamed, Saide Abdulla Mbarak, Ali Shehe Hamad, Salum Ali Ahmada

“…The thermodynamic results substantiate the spontaneity and exothermic behaviors of the adsorption phenomenon. The polymeric nanocomposite adsorbent was regenerated five times (using 75% ethanol) without considerable loss of its adsorption capacity. …”
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Atomic Energy Optimization: A Novel Meta-Heuristic Inspired by Energy Dynamics and Dissipation by Mohammed Omari, Mohammed Kaddi, Khouloud Salameh, Ali Alnoman, Mohammed Benhadji

“…AEO models optimization by mimicking the energy accumulation, transfer, and dissipation behaviors observed in atoms, particularly during processes involving electrostatic charge and discharge. …”
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Relationship of Knowledge with the Implementation of OHS Management System in Regional General Hospital North Konawe District by Laode Muhammad Yasmin, Erwin Azizi Jayadipraja, Nunung Nunung, La Ode Saafi, Adnin Alista

“…Conclusion:Knowledge is a critical factor in shaping occupational health and safety behaviors within hospitals. Therefore, it is recommended that the management of the North Konawe District Hospital prioritize the enhancement of employees' knowledge through regular OHS training for all hospital staff. …”
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Smoking as a causative factor in chronic kidney disease: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study by Yue Yang, Zheng Zhang, Hai-tao Lu, Qian-qian Xu, Li Zhuo, Wen-ge Li

“…This study applied bivariate causal analysis and two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) methods to examine the association between various smoking behaviors – initiation, cessation, age at initiation, cigarettes smoked per day, and lifetime smoking – and CKD, using genome-wide data. …”
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Enhancing sulfide stress cracking resistance of a Cu-bearing high strength low alloyed steel through decreasing austenitizing temperature by Tianyi Zeng, Qingzhan Zhang, Shuzhang Zhang, Yong Zhou, Yinghui Zhao, Xianbo Shi, Wei Yan

“…To answer a longstanding question towards how the austenitizing temperature affects the sulfide stress cracking (SSC) resistance in high strength low alloyed (HSLA) steels for oil country tubular goods (OCTG), it is necessary to study effects of the austenitizing temperature on martensite microstructure, diffusion and distribution behaviors of hydrogen atoms and SSC resistance. The current work showed that prior austenite grain size (PAGS) greatly increased as the austenitizing temperature was increased from 820 °C to 910 °C, but slightly increased with a further increase to 1000 °C. …”
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Neuroprotective effects of curculigoside against Alzheimer’s disease via regulation oxidative stress mediated mitochondrial dysfunction in L-Glu-exposed HT22 cells and APP/PS1 mice... by Wenqi Wang, Yidi Qu, Siyu Li, Jinyu Chu, Hongxin Yang, Lirong Teng, Di Wang

“…In APP/PS1 mice, 4-week CCG administration significantly improved their memory and behavioral impairments, enhanced the function of cholinergic system, reduced the deposition of Aβ and neurofibrillary fiber tangles caused by tau phosphorylation, and suppressed the development and progression of oxidative stress in brains of APP/PS1 mice. …”
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Exploring post-rehabilitation plasticity with intra-cerebral recordings on anomic profiles by Agnès Trébuchon, Agnès Trébuchon, Alexia Fasola, Véronique Sabadell, Véronique Sabadell, Anne-Sophie Dubarry, Romain Carron, Romain Carron, Fabrice Bartolomei, Fabrice Bartolomei, F.-Xavier Alario

“…Very little evidence is available regarding the effects of language rehabilitation in this population.Objective(s)We aim to induce brain plasticity combined with improvements in behavioral performance using language therapy in patients with epilepsy.MethodsWe implemented a therapy focused on phonological and semantic features of infrequent words over three treatment sessions, each targeting a specific semantic category. …”
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Early Maladaptive Schemas in the Patients with Somatoform Disorders by &Yacute;smet K&yacute;rp&yacute;nar, Erdem Deveci, Demet Zihni &Ccedil;amur, Alperen K&yacute;l&yacute;&ccedil;

“…A number of studies have suggested the efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy for somatoform disorders. But, while it is clear that somatoform disorders are closely related to a number of cognitive factors, the precise nature of these relationships have not been elucidated yet. …”
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Ablation mechanisms of bulk Nb4AlC3 ceramics at 1600–2200 °C in nitrogen plasma flame by Ye Yu, Hao Zhang, Zhen Teng, Yiwang Bao, Man Jiang, Longsheng Chu, Qingguo Feng, Chunfeng Hu

“…This paper systematically investigates the ablation behaviors of Nb4AlC3 ceramics in nitrogen plasma flames at 1600–2200 °C. …”
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Empowering Security Operation Center With Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning&#x2014;A Systematic Literature Review by Mohamad Khayat, Ezedin Barka, Mohamed Adel Serhani, Farag Sallabi, Khaled Shuaib, Heba M. Khater

“…Various methods, ranging from automated incident response and behavioral analytics to neural networks and deep learning, have been classified and compared. …”
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Accurate Modeling of GaN HEMTs Oriented to Analysis of Kink Effects in S₂₂ and h₂₁: An Effective Machine Learning Approach by Zegen Zhu, Gianni Bosi, Antonio Raffo, Giovanni Crupi, Jialin Cai

“…In this work, for the first time, a machine learning behavioral modeling methodology based on gate recurrent unit (GRU) is developed and used to model and then analyze the kink effects (KEs) in the output reflection coefficient <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$(S_{22})$ </tex-math></inline-formula> and the short-circuit current gain <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$(h_{21})$ </tex-math></inline-formula> of an advanced microwave transistor. …”
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