Role of hyperhomocysteinemia in atherosclerosis: from bench to bedside by Wende Tian, Jianqing Ju, Baoyi Guan, Tongxin Wang, Jiqian Zhang, Luxia Song, Hao Xu

“…Background Atherosclerosis is a leading cause of global mortality, driven by complex interactions between genetic, metabolic, and environmental factors. Among these, hyperhomocysteinemia (HHcy) has emerged as a significant and modifiable risk factor, contributing to endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress, and vascular inflammation. …”
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Perspectives on Intelligence in Soft Robotics by Vera Gesina Kortman, Barbara Mazzolai, Aimeé Sakes, Jovana Jovanova

“…Engineers frequently aim to streamline environmental factors to facilitate the effective operation of robots. …”
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Modulating DDAH/NOS Pathway to Discover Vasoprotective Insulin Sensitizers by Li Lai, Yohannes T. Ghebremariam

“…In addition to diet, age, socioeconomic, and environmental factors, genetic factors that impair insulin signaling are centrally involved in the development and exacerbation of IRS. …”
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Machine Learning Models for Predicting Thermal Properties of Radiative Cooling Aerogels by Chengce Yuan, Yimin Shi, Zhichen Ba, Daxin Liang, Jing Wang, Xiaorui Liu, Yabei Xu, Junreng Liu, Hongbo Xu

“…The model integrated multiple parameters, including the material composition (matrix material type and proportions), modification design (modifier type and content), optical properties (solar reflectance and infrared emissivity), and environmental factors (solar irradiance and ambient temperature) to achieve accurate cooling performance predictions. …”
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Assessing the Black Sea Mesozooplankton Community Following the Nova Kakhovka Dam Breach by Elena Bisinicu, Luminita Lazar

“…A strong relationship was observed between environmental factors and biological assemblages, with silicates identified as a key driver. …”
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Physicians’ Perceptions of the Quality of Palliative Care and of the Importance of Collaboration in Interdisciplinary Teams in Norwegian Nursing Homes by Skomakerstuen Ødbehr L, Hov R, Sanaker H, Sandsdalen T

“…Finally, systemic and environmental factors affected the ability to ensure continuity of care. …”
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Leisure and social occupational choice within nursing home facilities in Ireland: Residents perspectives by Jenna Keane, Ciara Ryan, Ruth Usher

“…From residents’ perspectives, social and leisure occupational choice was dependent on: Environmental factors (nursing homes’ Cultural, Social, Physical, and Temporal Environments) and Personal factors (residents’ Health Status and Personal Attitudes).Conclusion The cultural environment had the most significant influence on residents’ leisure and social occupational choice, highlighting the importance of person-centred care within nursing homes, to promote occupational choice. …”
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ENVIRONMENT AND CONFLICTS IN NIGERIA: CAUSES AND TRENDS OF FARMERS – HERDERS CONFLICTS by UMAR ZUBAIRU, TERNA PAISE AGBA AGBA

“…In so doing, it analyses the nature of the Nigerian environmental factors and its changing dimensions which is claimed to have induced the migration of the nomadic pastoralists in search of pasture and water – a process that has led to recurring conflict with sedentary farming communities.  …”
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Brief Overview of a Decade of Genome-Wide Association Studies on Primary Hypertension by Afifah Binti Azam, Elena Aisha Binti Azizan

“…Primary hypertension is widely believed to be a complex polygenic disorder with the manifestation influenced by the interactions of genomic and environmental factors making identification of susceptibility genes a major challenge. …”
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Implementation of stop smoking support by mental healthcare professionals: cross-sectional analysis of why nothing much happens by Eline Meijer

“…This study took a broad approach to understanding implementation of stop smoking support (SSS) by MHCPs (N = 220 for main analyses), incorporating background characteristics, psychosocial factors, client factors, and organizational/environmental factors. Variable selection was based on previous work and the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research. …”
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Enhancing Building Evacuation Efficiency in Case of Fire Breakout by Integrating Evacuee Categorization Into an Agent-Based Simulation by Selain K. Kasereka, Noella E. Kalondji, Godwill W. K. Ilunga, Ruffin-Benoit M. Ngoie, Kyandoghere Kyamakya, Nathanael M. Kasoro

“…Evacuating occupants from a burning building presents significant challenges owing to the complex interplay between environmental factors and evacuee behavior. Numerous models have been proposed in recent years for building evacuation during fire emergencies. …”
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Nasal food challenge with hen's egg white allergen by Edyta Krzych-Fałta, Andrzej Namysłowski, Sławomir Białek, Monika E. Czerwińska, Konrad Furmańczyk, Aleksandra Tylewicz, Adam Sybilski, Bolesław Samoliński, Oksana Wojas

“…Abstract Background Nasal allergen provocation tests are an important part of the diagnostics of allergic diseases triggered by environmental factors. Recently, increased attention has been paid to the potential use of this method in the diagnosis of food allergy. …”
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A multi-faceted review of wind turbine optimization techniques: Metaheuristics and related issues by Hegazy Rezk, Abdul Ghani Olabi, Tabbi Wilberforce, Enas Taha Sayed

“…Wind energy conversion is increasingly attracting attention as a viable renewable energy source due to its ability to satisfy electricity requirements while considering economic and environmental factors. To get the highest possible power harvesting from wind, optimization approaches are used to address a range of issues about wind energy. …”
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Relationship of Meteorological and Air Pollution Parameters with Pneumonia in Elderly Patients by Suleyman Serdar Tasci, Cemil Kavalci, Afsin Emre Kayipmaz

“…As a result, climatic (temperature, humidity, pressure levels, rain, etc.) and environmental factors (airborne particles, CO, NO, and NOX) were found to be effective in the number of patients admitted to the hospital due to pneumonia.…”
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Network analysis uncovers the master role of WRKY transcription factors in Arabidopsis thaliana response to N-acyl homoserine lactones by Yongming Duan, Min Han, Maja Grimm, Adam Schikora

“…Abstract Background Plants can perceive bacterial molecules such as the quorum sensing signals N-acyl homoserine lactones (AHL), thus modifying their fitness in response to environmental factors. Even though the benefits conferred by AHL depend on various hormone signaling pathways, the understanding of AHL signaling, especially the response to AHL presence, remains largely unknown. …”
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Application of phytosynthesized silver nanoparticles (SNPs) against Erwinia amylovora causing fire blight disease by Saeed Tarighi, Meysam Soltani Nejad

“…The existing strategies for managing fire blight disease involve the regular use of copper compounds and streptomycin, particularly during periods when environmental factors are conducive to the spread of the infection. …”
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An Assessment of the Microbiological Quality and Physical Properties of Indoor Atmosphere in Port Harcourt by Chuku Aleruchi

“…Microbiological identification tests were performed on isolated organisms while the environmental factors measured were air temperature, relative humidity and wind speed. …”
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Sustainable biopolymer-based spheres for controlled release of nematodes: From development to their effects under seasonal climate variations by Javier Pitti Caballero, Rubén Collantes, Débora R. Antunes, Jahzeel Samaniego, Yabelys Santamaría, Jorge Muñoz, Renato Grillo

“…Therefore, this study showed that the influence of environmental factors and the materials used to prepare polymeric spheres interfere with their effect on the soil. …”
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The Missing Heritability in T1D and Potential New Targets for Prevention by Brian G. Pierce, Ryan Eberwine, Janelle A. Noble, Michael Habib, Hennady P. Shulha, Zhiping Weng, Elizabeth P. Blankenhorn, John P. Mordes

“…What accounts for the “missing heritability” is unknown and is often attributed to environmental factors. Here we review new data on the cognate ligand of MHC molecules, the T cell receptor (TCR). …”
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Enhancing sleep quality in synucleinopathies through physical exercise by Jacopo Canonichesi, Laura Bellingacci, Francesco Rivelli, Alessandro Tozzi

“…Various neural components and environmental factors regulate and influence the physiological transition between wakefulness and sleep. …”
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