The role of VANGL2 in glioma oncogenesis and progression: insights into expression profiles and prognostic relevance by Mingyu Zhao, Mingyu Zhao, Mingyu Zhao, Mingyu Zhao, Shanshuang Chen, Shanshuang Chen, Shanshuang Chen, Shanshuang Chen

“…Elevated VANGL2 expression was identified as a predictor of poor prognosis in glioma.ConclusionOur analysis of the expression and prognostic features of the core PCP gene VANGL2 underscored its critical roles in glioma oncogenesis and progression.…”
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Comparison of Lung-RADS Version 2022 and British Thoracic Society Guidelines in Classifying Solid Pulmonary Nodules Detected at Lung Cancer Screening CT by Claudiu Avram, Alexandru Ovidiu Mederle, Adelina Mavrea, Paula Irina Barata, Raul Patrascu

“…Background and Objectives: Lung cancer screening is critical for early detection and management, particularly through the use of computed tomography (CT). …”
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A Regional Model of Topside Ionospheric Effective Scale Heights Derived From Ionosonde and GNSS TEC by Chunhua Jiang, Zhichao Liu, Cong Zhao, Tongxin Liu, Guobin Yang, Hua Shen, Wengeng Huang

“…Abstract Ionospheric scale height is critical for the structure of electron density profile in the ionosphere. …”
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Adsorption isotherms in roasted specialty coffee (Coffea arabica L.): Dataset and statistical tools for optimizing storage conditions and enhancing shelf lifeMendeley Data by Gentil A. Collazos-Escobar, Andrés F. Bahamón-Monje, Nelson Gutiérrez-Guzmán

“…These tools offer valuable insights for researchers, coffee producers, and decision-makers in computing critical parameters related to roasted specialty coffee's shelf life, determining optimal packaging materials, and understanding the hygroscopic properties of coffee. …”
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Synergistically S/N self-doped biochar as a green bifunctional cathode catalyst in electrochemical degradation of organic pollutant by Xuechun Wang, Huizhong Wu, Jiana Jing, Ge Song, Xuyang Zhang, Minghua Zhou, Raf Dewil

“…Density functional theory calculations and in-situ Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy verified that graphitic N was the critical site for H2O2 generation. While pyridinic N and thiophene S were the main active sites responsible for ˙OH generation, N vacancies were the active sites to produce 1O2 from O2. …”
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Sentinel-1-Aided Mutual Calibration of TanDEM-X DEMs for the Estimation of Height and Volume Changes by Carolina Gonzalez, Luca Dell'Amore, Jose-Luis Bueso-Bello, Pietro Milillo, Gabriele Schwaizer, Thomas Nagler, Paola Rizzoli

“…In this scenario, a critical aspect is represented by the precise mutual calibration of the two DEMs, which are normally affected by residual offsets and tilts caused by uncertainties in the baseline determination. …”
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A study on the relationship between physical exercise and feelings of inferiority among college students: the chain mediating effect of social support and emotional regulation abil... by Bo Peng, Weisong Chen, Hongshen Wang, Ting Yu, Mingmin Kong

“…Key findings indicate that physical exercise fosters social connections and strengthens emotional regulation, collectively promoting psychological resilience and reducing feelings of inferiority.ConclusionThe findings emphasize the critical role of physical exercise in enhancing mental health among college students through social and emotional pathways. …”
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Assessing Seismic Vulnerability and Pollution Risks of Wastewater Treatment Plants by Spyridon K. Golfinopoulos, Ploutarchos N. Kerpelis, Dimitrios E. Alexakis

“…Researchers should also focus their studies more precisely, mitigating the seismic vulnerability of critical infrastructure, such as WWTPs.…”
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The Power of Perception: Unpacking the Role of Negative Thinking in High School Students’ Test Anxiety by Damla Kahraman, Elif Özüm Kuş Işık, Mehmet Hakan Türkçapar, Cemile Dur Öztürk, Duygu Betül Özkanca, Nilüfer Koçtürk, Eyüp Sabır Erbiçer, Türkan Doğan, Ercan Akın

“…The self-orientated domain had three themes: self-criticism, lack of confidence, and high self-expectations. …”
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Effect of care bundles on the prevention of incontinence-associated dermatitis in the elderly (集束化护理预防老年失禁相关性皮炎效果观察) by LIU Yuhui (刘玉辉), ZHANG Yaping (张亚萍), ZHENG Zhilan (郑志兰)

“…Objective To investigate the effect of care bundles on the prevention of incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD)in the elderly. Methods Eighty critically ill elderly patients with diarrhea admitted to the Intensive Care Unit were selected and randomly divided into control group and study group, with 40 cases in each group. …”
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Evaluating the efficiency of 16S-ITS-23S operon sequencing for species level resolution in microbial communities by Meghana Srinivas, Calum J. Walsh, Fiona Crispie, Orla O’Sullivan, Paul D. Cotter, Douwe van Sinderen, John G. Kenny

“…However, being in its early stages of development, RRN sequencing has several underexplored or understudied elements, highlighting the need for a critical and thorough examination of its methodologies. …”
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Towards equitable carbon responsibility: Integrating trade-related emissions and carbon sinks in urban decarbonization by Junliang Wu, Yafei Wang, Shuya Zhang, Yu Zhu, Bingyue Fu, Zhihui Zhang, Hanxi Chen, Shaoqing Chen

“…Cities play a pivotal role in global decarbonization, acting as a critical driver of carbon emissions. Accurately allocating carbon mitigation responsibility (CMR) is essential for designing effective and equitable climate policies. …”
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Effect of internal erosion on the hydraulic behavior of gap-graded coarse-fine mixtures: Experimental and mathematical investigations by Marziyeh Salajegheh, Mahmoud Yazdani, Vahid Pachideh

“…The erodibility of soil is influenced by critical factors such as the plasticity index (PI) and fines content (FC). …”
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Gnidia glauca- and Plumbago zeylanica-Mediated Synthesis of Novel Copper Nanoparticles as Promising Antidiabetic Agents by Dhiraj A. Jamdade, Dishantsingh Rajpali, Komal A. Joshi, Rohini Kitture, Anuja S. Kulkarni, Vaishali S. Shinde, Jayesh Bellare, Kaushik R. Babiya, Sougata Ghosh

“…The phenolics and flavonoids in the extracts might play a critical role in the synthesis and stabilization process. …”
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Ecological and toxicological condition of militarily degraded chernozems: A case study of the Chkalovsk territorial community by Kateryna Smirnova, Sviatoslav Baliuk, Anatolii Kucher, Ludmila Vorotyntseva, Anna Honcharova

“…The observed exceedances of heavy metals in the soil, while present, are not critical for agriculture and do not necessitate land conservation or the implementation of overly complex and costly soil remediation measures. …”
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The role of morphological adaptability in Vibrio cholerae’s motility by Jun Xu, Keigo Abe, Toshio Kodama, Marzia Sultana, Denise Chac, Susan M. Markiewicz, Hideyuki Matsunami, Erika Kuba, Shiyu Tsunoda, Munirul Alam, Ana A. Weil, Shuichi Nakamura, Tetsu Yamashiro

“…These findings offer critical insights into the morphological flexibility of V. cholerae and its potential implications for infection dynamics, paving the way for more effective strategies in managing and preventing cholera outbreaks.…”
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Impact of single versus dual arterial supply on perfusion and function in finger replantation after complex hand injuries by Martynas Tamulevicius, Malte David Steinbach, Florian Bucher, Nadjib Dastagir, Doha Obed, Peter M. Vogt, Khaled Dastagir

“…While restoring arterial perfusion is critical, it remains unclear whether reconstructing both proper palmar digital arteries is required for optimal outcomes. …”
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Advancing the understanding of Naegleria fowleri: Global epidemiology, phylogenetic analysis, and strategies to combat a deadly pathogen by Awadh Alanazi, Sonia Younas, Hasan Ejaz, Muharib Alruwaili, Yasir Alruwaili, Bi Bi Zainab Mazhari, Muhammad Atif, Kashaf Junaid

“…Despite various studies that have been conducted on N. fowleri, a comprehensive review that integrates recent findings and addresses critical gaps in understanding remains lacking. This review provides a detailed overview of N. fowleri epidemiology, transmission dynamics, phylogenetic diversity, state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques, therapeutic approaches, and preventive measures. …”
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The use of serious games for psychological education and training: a systematic review by Antonio Pio Facchino, Daniela Marchetti, Marco Colasanti, Lilybeth Fontanesi, Maria Cristina Verrocchio

“…IntroductionThe present systematic review aims to synthesize and critically analyze the use of serious games in the professional training and education of psychologists and psychology students.MethodsFollowing PRISMA guidelines, database searches from inception to July 2023 (PsycINFO, PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus) yielded 4,409 records, of which 14 met the eligibility criteria, including 17 studies. …”
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Assessment of Refuse Dumpsite Impact on Groundwater Quality: A Case Study from Awotan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria by Ibrahim Adetayo Lawal, Chibueze Godwin Achi, Akinwale Oladotun Coker

“… Groundwater, an essential freshwater resource, is critical to life and supports various industries. Unrestrained urban expansion and inefficient waste management practices endanger groundwater quality. …”
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