Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease: potential role of KL-6 and systemic inflammation by Mohamed F. AbdelGhany, Waleed GamalEldin Khaleel, Asmaa Omar Ahmed, Ahmad BaheyElden Ahmed, Lamees M. Bakkar

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The availability and functionality of medical equipment and the barriers to their use at comprehensive specialized hospitals in the Amhara region, Ethiopia by Alem Endeshaw Woldeyohanins, Nigatu Mihretu Molla, Abibo Wondie Mekonen, Abrham Wondimu

“…The qualitative findings of this study showed that issues with the utilization of the Medical Equipment Management Information System, a lack of spare parts and accessories, the absence of a well-equipped and standardized maintenance workshop, and insufficient operator training were the major challenges.ConclusionThis study revealed critical deficiencies in medical equipment availability, functionality, and barriers to maintenance at the surveyed facilities. …”
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iPSC-derived exosomes as amphotericin B carriers: a promising approach to combat cryptococcal meningitis by Jingyu Zhao, Jingyu Zhao, Wei Fang, Yangjie Gao, Jiquan Chen, Guizhen Wang, Julin Gu

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Surrogate-based model parameter optimization in simulations of the West African monsoon by M. Fischer, P. Knippertz, C. Proppe

“…<p>The West African monsoon (WAM) system is a critical climatic phenomenon with significant socio-economic impacts on millions of people. …”
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Environmental microbial communications in gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria by P. Srikanth, D. Sivakumar, J. Nouri

“…The concentration of these signalling substances rises above a critical level when the population density does, causing particular gene expression patterns in the microorganisms. …”
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“…The cultural aspect of Korean linguistics is explored through Eva VUČKOVIČ’s “Workplace Discourse and Expression of Hierarchy in Yoon Tae-ho’s Webtoon Misaeng,” which uses critical discourse analysis to examine hierarchical dynamics in corporate settings, as depicted in this iconic Korean webtoon. …”
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Reproducibility and repeatability of 18F-(2S, 4R)-4-fluoroglutamine PET imaging in preclinical oncology models. by Gregory D Ayers, Allison S Cohen, Seong-Woo Bae, Xiaoxia Wen, Alyssa Pollard, Shilpa Sharma, Trey Claus, Adria Payne, Ling Geng, Ping Zhao, Mohammed Noor Tantawy, Seth T Gammon, H Charles Manning

“…The assessment of R&R using the appropriate methods is critical and should be adopted by the broader imaging community.…”
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First-trimester metabolic profiling of gestational diabetes mellitus: insights into early-onset and late-onset cases compared with healthy controls by Danuta Dudzik, Vangeliya Atanasova, Coral Barbas, Jose Luis Bartha

“…By focusing on metabolic disruptions evident in the first trimester, this approach addresses a critical window for improving maternal and fetal outcomes. …”
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Associations of Alpha and Beta Interhemispheric EEG Coherences with Indices of Attentional Control and Academic Performance by Vasavi R. Gorantla, Sarah Tedesco, Merin Chandanathil, Sabyasachi Maity, Vernon Bond, Courtney Lewis, Richard M. Millis

“…Heretofore, research on optimizing academic performance has suffered from an inability to translate what is known about an individual’s learning behaviors to how effectively they are able to use the critical nodes and hubs in their cerebral cortex for learning. …”
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A flexible catheter-based sensor array for upper airway soft tissues pressure monitoring by Jiang Shang, Xiaoxiao Ma, Peikai Zou, Chenxiao Huang, Zhechen Lao, Junhan Wang, Tingshu Jiang, Yanzhe Fu, Jiebo Li, Shaoxing Zhang, Ruya Li, Yubo Fan

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The role of gut microbiota in disease management: Ayurvedic perspectives on metabolic diseases and health by Bhawana Jangra, Shreyanshi Kulshreshtha, Alok Goyal, Sanjay M. Jachak

“…Background: In the past few years, the critical role of gut microbiome in the maintenance of overall health and various diseases has captured significant attention. …”
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Vitamin D Deficiency as a Risk Factor for Diabetic Retinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Claudia Elena Petrea, Laura Andreea Ghenciu, Roxana Iacob, Emil Robert Stoicescu, Dorel Săndesc

“…The findings also call attention to a critical gap in the literature regarding the therapeutic role of vitamin D supplementation in preventing and managing DR. …”
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Systematic review on the compliance of WHO guidelines in the management of patients with advanced HIV disease in Africa: The case of cryptococcal antigen screening. by Zuhura Mbwana Ally, Jackline Vicent Mbishi, Mariam Salim Mbwana, Hafidha Mhando Bakari, Swalehe Mustafa Salim, Zarin Nudar Rodoshi, Muhidin Ibrahim Hundisa, Rebecca Mesfin Sileshi, Biruk Demisse Ayalew, Rahma Musoke, Lynn Moshi, Yousef Elias Fakhoury, Haji Mbwana Ally, Habib Omari Ramadhani

“…Emphasis on improving CrAg screening is critical given its proven cost-effective benefits.…”
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Bibliometric analysis of glycolysis and prostate cancer research from 2004 to 2024 by Congxu Zhu, Jingjing Yang, Lumei Liu, Bonan Li, Tiansong Sun, Wen Sheng, Qinghu He

“…Enhanced glycolysis and excessive lactate secretion are recognized as critical factors driving the progression of various cancers. …”
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Experiencia de vida colectiva de jóvenes y enseñanza social de la iglesia: mirada psicosocial by Ángela María Zapata, Felix Rafael Berrout

“…The findings showed that, although youth groups and movements have played an important role in the transformations of poverty in the territory from the individual and collective experience of faith in works, the reflexivity and critical approach to the causes of social and economic inequality living has been minimized by endogenous ecclesial actions that have been consolidating with greater force, religious practices and not the social teaching releasing.…”
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The Eagle Eyes: an Intervention Utilizing Visual Thinking Strategies to Enhance the Observation Skills of Medical Students by Najmeh Ghorbani, Maryam Alizadeh, Azadeh Sayarifard, Abdoljavad Khajavi, Philip Yenawine

“…Abstract Background Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) is an evidence-based pedagogical approach that uses art analysis and structured inquiry to enhance observation, critical thinking, and teamwork, especially in medical training for clinical skills development. …”
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Experimental and numerical analysis of pGFRP and wood cross-arm in latticed tower: a comprehensive study of mechanical deformation and flexural creep by Amir Abd Latif, Mohamad Ridzwan Ishak, Muhammad Rizal Razman, Noorfaizal Yidris, Mohamed Yusoff Mohd Zuhri, Muhammad Asyraf Muhammad Rizal, Zuliskandar Ramli

“…The pGFRP cross-arms showed lower deflection at working loads compared to Balau wood, due to the latter’s higher elastic modulus and flexibility specifically at Point Y3, the critical issues necessitated reinforcement strategies. pGFRP cross-arms withstood higher bending stress, showing 32% less deflection under normal conditions and 15% less under broken wire conditions than Balau wood. …”
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Application of organoids in drug screening of gynecological malignant tumors by JIANG Yuanyuan, WEI Wenfei, WU Jingya, LI Huawen

“…Currently, gynecologic malignant tumors are primarily treated with a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, where drugs play a critical role in the treatment process. However, the actual clinical effectiveness is often influenced by various factors, such as adverse reactions due to drug toxicity and the drug resistance and insensitivity observed in some patients, which limit improvements in patient survival rates. …”
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Neurocognitive function and health-related quality of life among glioblastoma patients: A prospective study by Mohamed A Baba, Ahmed Kharbach, Mohamed Lmejjati, Nawal Adali

“…Contribution: This study highlights the critical factors impacting HRQoL in glioblastoma patients in Morocco, providing insights for improving patient care.…”
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Predictive value of trendelenburg position and carotid ultrasound for fluid responsiveness in patients on VV-ECMO with acute respiratory distress syndrome in the prone position by Junjie Zhao, Yong Sun, Jing Tang, Kai Guo, Jiancheng Zhuge, Honglong Fang

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