A Retrospective Case Series of a Novel Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial Technique with Less Displacement and Migration of the Trial Leads by N. Shaparin, K. Gritsenko, P. Agrawal, S. Kim, S. Wahezi, A. Gitkind, J. Hascalovici, A. Vydyanathan, J. Bernstein, A. Dizdarevic, N. Mehta, A. Kaufman

“…This study utilizes a series of 19 patients to evaluate a new technique for securing percutaneous spinal cord simulator trial leads, which may minimize dislodgement and migration complications and improve the rate of trial success. …”
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A legume-enriched diet improves metabolic health in prediabetes mediated through gut microbiome: a randomized controlled trial by Xiaorong Wu, Alvin Surya Tjahyo, Vera Sergeyevna Brok Volchanskaya, Long Hui Wong, Xianning Lai, Yi Ning Yong, Farhana Osman, Shia Lyn Tay, Priya Govindharajulu, Shalini Ponnalagu, Rachel Tso, Hwee Sze Teo, Kaijie Khoo, Huan Fan, Chew Chan Goh, Clara Poh Lian Yap, Melvin Khee-Shing Leow, Christiani Jeyakumar Henry, Sumanto Haldar, Kevin Junliang Lim

“…At the end of 16 weeks, both groups had significantly lower BMI (q (Time) = 1.92 ×10-42, β  = -0.02) compared with baseline, with minimal difference between groups. The IG had significantly greater reductions in LDL cholesterol (q (Treatment×Time) = 0.01, β  = -0.16), total cholesterol (q (Treatment×Time) = 0.02, β  = -0.3) and HbA1c (q (Treatment×Time) = 0.04, β  = -0.004) compared with CG, alongside increases in fiber degrading species in IG, mediated through metabolites such as bile acids and amino acids. …”
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Two-Dimensional Transition Metal Dichalcogenide: Synthesis, Characterization, and Application in Candlelight OLED by Dipanshu Sharma, Sanna Gull, Anbalagan Ramakrishnan, Sushanta Lenka, Anil Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Pin-Kuan Lin, Ching-Wu Wang, Sinn-Wen Chen, Saulius Grigalevicius, Jwo-Huei Jou

“…Low-color-temperature candlelight organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) offer a healthier lighting alternative by minimizing blue light exposure, which is known to disrupt circadian rhythms, suppress melatonin, and potentially harm the retina with prolonged use. …”
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Biparatopic binding of ISB 1442 to CD38 in trans enables increased cell antibody density and increased avidity by Jeremy Loyau, Thierry Monney, Marco Montefiori, Fedir Bokhovchuk, Jeremy Streuli, Matthew Blackburn, Arnaud Goepfert, Lydia N. Caro, Samitabh Chakraborti, Stefania De Angelis, Camille Grandclément, Stanislas Blein, M. Lamine Mbow, Ankita Srivastava, Mario Perro, Stefano Sammicheli, Eugene A. Zhukovsky, Michael Dyson, Cyrille Dreyfus

“…The specific design and structural features of ISB 1442 enable: 1) enhanced trans binding to adjacent CD38 molecules to increase Fc density at the cancer cell surface; 2) prevention of avid cis binding to monomeric CD38 to minimize blockade by soluble shed CD38; and 3) greater binding avidity, with a slower off-rate at high CD38 density, for increased specificity. …”
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Effects of Bioactive Packaging Films Incorporated with Bifidocin A on Microbial Reduction and Quality Parameters of Chill-Stored Spanish Mackerel (Scomberomorus niphonius) Fillets by Guorong Liu, Xue Li, Xu Hao, Chengtao Wang, Baoguo Sun

“…To evaluate the potential of bifidocin A for preservation of fresh Spanish mackerel fillets, the bioactive packaging films incorporated with bifidocin A (1 × minimal inhibition concentration (MIC), 2 × MIC and 4 × MIC) were developed, and their effects on the microbiological and physicochemical properties and sensory profile of mackerel fillets at refrigerated storage were investigated. …”
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Selective solvothermal extraction of tetrabromobisphenol A to promote plastic recycling by Paavo Auvinen, Ville H. Nissinen, Erno Karjalainen, Kirsi Korpijärvi, Eerika Olkkonen, Krista Grönlund, Ilkka Rytöluoto, Lauri Kuutti, Mika Suvanto, Janne Jänis, Jarkko J. Saarinen

“…Additionally, DIP-MS was found to be a valuable characterization method for assessing the removal and decomposition of various additives from solid plastic samples with minimal sample preparation. Overall, the results presented herein offer a target-selective extraction processes under relatively mild conditions for further advancing the mechanical recycling of plastics.…”
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Questionnaire to Survey Cosmetic Outcomes in Laparoscopic Surgery for Colorectal Cancer by Masaaki Miyo, MD, PhD, Ichiro Takemasa, MD, PhD, Koichi Okuya, MD, PhD, Tatsuya Ito, MD, PhD, Emi Akizuki, MD, PhD, Tadashi Ogawa, MD, PhD, Ai Noda, MD, Masayuki Ishii, MD, PhD, Ryo Miura, MD, Momoko Ichihara, MD, Maho Toyota, MD, Akina Kimura, MD, Mitsugu Sekimoto, MD, PhD

“…There has been a steady increase in the use of minimally invasive surgery, including conventional multiport laparoscopic surgery (MLS) and single-site laparoscopic surgery (SLS) for colorectal cancer. …”
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Safety and Efficacy of a 6‐Month Placement of a Fully Covered Self‐Expanding Metallic Stent for Refractory Benign Biliary Stricture: A Multicenter Prospective Study by Tomohisa Iwai, Mitsuhiro Kida, Kazuya Sugimori, Hiroaki Shigoka, Takaaki Matsumoto, Masashi Ijima, Haruo Miwa, Kosuke Okuwaki, Masafumi Watanabe, Kai Adachi, Akihiro Tamaki, Taro Hanaoka, Junro Ishizaki, Chika Kusano

“…Conclusions A six‐month placement of a modified fully covered self‐expanding metallic stent effectively improved strictures and minimized stent‐induced Adverse events in patients with refractory benign biliary stricture. …”
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Formation of Adaptive Trophic Niches of Euryphagous Fish Species in Response to Off-Seasonal Water Level Regulation in Hongze Lake by Si Luo, Zexin Wang, Shengyu Zhang, Huan Mu, Yubin Jiao, Xiao Qu, Qishuo Wang, Ruiqi Yang, Yanxia Zuo, Shiyu Jin

“…Niche overlap analysis showed minimal trophic overlap among the three species during high-water periods, with increased overlap during low-water periods, except for the highest overlap between <i>C. auratus</i> and <i>T. swinhonis</i> during mid-water periods. …”
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Exploring patient preferences for intraocular lenses selection in age-related cataract: a discrete choice experiment study by Qiaolin Zhu, Qiaolin Zhu, Qiaolin Zhu, Qianqian Sun, Qianqian Sun, Qianqian Sun, Yujia Huo, Yujia Huo, Yujia Huo, Xiaoling Yang, Xiaoling Yang, Xiaoling Yang, Hehe Huang, Hehe Huang, Hehe Huang, Shanshan Qian, Shanshan Qian, Shanshan Qian, Wenjing Lin, Wentao Yan, Wentao Yan, Wentao Yan

“…The inclusion of blue-blocking functionality and the surgeon’s recommendation had minimal influence on patient choice. LCA revealed three distinct preference groups: Class 1 (“Aberration Correction Seekers”) preferred aspheric IOLs, Class 2 (“Presbyopia and Blue-Blocking Enthusiasts”) favored multifocal IOLs, and Class 3 (“Astigmatism and Cost-Sensitive Patients”) preferred toric IOLs. …”
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Posterior Urethral Valves and Fertility: Insight on Paternity Rates and Seminal Parameters by Marcello Della Corte, Simona Gerocarni Nappo, Antonio Aversa, Sandro La Vignera, Francesco Porpiglia, Cristian Fiori, Nicola Mondaini

“…Lastly, seminal parameters were assessed in a minimal cohort of patients, therefore, they could not be considered representative. …”
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Modulation of the thiol redox proteome by sugarcane ash-derived silica nanoparticles: insights into chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology by Arthur D. Stem, Cole R. Michel, Peter S. Harris, Keegan L. Rogers, Matthew Gibb, Carlos A. Roncal-Jimenez, Richard Reisdorph, Richard J. Johnson, James R. Roede, Kristofer S. Fritz, Jared M. Brown

“…Results Pristine, 200 nm SiNPs induced minimal changes to energy metabolism and proteomic profiles in vitro while treatment with SAD SiNPs resulted in mitochondrial membrane hyperpolarization, inhibited mitochondrial respiration, increased reactive oxygen species generation, and redox proteomic trends suggesting activation of aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR) and other signaling pathways with known roles in mitochondrial inhibition and CKD progression. …”
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Standardization in the management of gram-negative bloodstream infections after implementation of a clinical care guideline at a large academic, safety-net institution: a quasi-exp... by Michael A. Deaney, Katherine C. Shihadeh, Alexandra Craig, Margaret M. Cooper, Paul D. Paratore, Timothy C. Jenkins

“…Interventions: Implementation of a GN-BSI clinical care guideline based on a 2021 consensus statement, emphasizing 7-day antibiotic courses, use of highly bioavailable oral antibiotics, and minimizing repeat blood cultures. Results: The study included 147 patients pre-intervention and 169 post-intervention. …”
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Molecular Characterization and Pathogenicity of <i>Colletotrichum</i> on Banana Fruits: Wound Effects on Virulence and Cross-Infection by Maysa C. Santos, Luis O. Viteri, Sabrina H. Araujo, Dalmarcia C. Mourão, Marcos P. Câmara, Ana G. Amaral, Eugênio E. Oliveira, Gil Rodrigues dos Santos

“…Collectively, our findings reinforce the relevance of minimizing post-harvest wounds on banana fruits and highlight the risks of cross-infection when storing bananas alongside other fruit species.…”
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Manifestation of agronomically valuable traits in the progeny of a sorghum mutant carrying the genetic construct for RNA silencing of the γ-kafirin gene by L. A. Elkonin, N. V. Borisenko, T. E. Pylaev, O. A. Kenzhegulov, S. Kh. Sarsenova, N. Yu. Selivanov, V. M. Panin

“…In T3, a line with a high digestibility of endosperm proteins (81 %) and a minimal decrease in agronomically valuable traits (by 5–7 %) was selected.…”
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Chemical Characterization and Differential Lipid-Modulating Effects of Selected Plant Extracts from Côa Valley (Portugal) in a Cell Model for Liver Steatosis by Ricardo Amorim, Mário Pedro Marques, Catarina Melim, Carla Varela, Vilma A. Sardão, José Teixeira, Maria Inês Dias, Lillian Barros, Paulo J. Oliveira, Célia Cabral

“…Results: Chemical analysis revealed diverse phenolic compounds, particularly kaempferol derivatives in <i>E. ramosissimum</i>. All extracts showed minimal cytotoxicity at 25–50 µg/mL. At 100 µg/mL, only <i>E. ramosissimum</i> extracts maintained high cell viability. …”
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Powdery mildew resistance of barley accessions from Dagestan by R. A. Abdullaev, T. V. Lebedeva, N. V. Alpatieva, B. A. Batasheva, I. N. Anisimova, E. E. Radchenko

“…Growing resistant varieties can significantly minimize harmful effects of the pathogen. The specificity in the interaction between the fungus and its host plant requires a continuous search for new donors of the resistance trait. …”
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Dual Mechanisms of Action: Anti-Candida and Anti-Inflammatory Potential of <i>Lactobacillus</i> Fermentation Broth in Treating Vulvovaginal Candidiasis by Huann-Cheng Horng, Jin-Wei Xu, Yi-Shan Kuo, Yu-Sin Chen, Yu-Hsuan Chiu, Kuan-Hao Tsui, Yu-Tang Tung

“…Histological analysis showed minimal fungal invasion and preserved vaginal epithelial integrity in VAGINNE^®-treated mice compared to untreated controls. …”
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Feasibility of an indocyanine green-hyaluronic acid mixture (LuminoMark™) for targeting suspicious axillary lymph nodes in patients with breast cancer by Jeeyeon Lee, Byeongju Kang, Jin Hyang Jung, Hye Jung Kim, Won Hwa Kim, Jung Dug Yang, Joon Seok Lee, Yee Soo Chae, Soo Jung Lee, In Hee Lee, Ji-Young Park, Nora Jee-Young Park, Ho Yong Park

“…LuminoMark™, a novel ICG-hyaluronic acid mixture, can provide real-time visualization and minimize dye spread, thereby ensuring a clear surgical field. …”
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Colorimetric aptasensor coupled with a deep-learning-powered smartphone app for programmed death ligand-1 expressing extracellular vesicles by Adeel Khan, Adeel Khan, Haroon Khan, Nongyue He, Zhiyang Li, Heba Khalil Alyahya, Yousef A. Bin Jardan

“…To transform the qualitative colorimetric approach into a quantitative operation, we developed an intelligent convolutional neural network (CNN)-powered quantitative analyzer for chromaticity in the form of a smartphone app named ExoP, thereby achieving the intelligent analysis of chromaticity with minimal user intervention or additional hardware attachments for the sensitive and specific quantification of PD-L1@EVs. …”
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