The impact of architectural modifications on relative resistance to fluid flow in ventricular catheters by Rajesh Kumar Madhavan, Ahmad Faryami, Nathan Tappen, Pranav Gopalakrishnan, Shaheer H. Ajaz, Carolyn A. Harris

“…Removal of specific catheter hole rows trended toward an increase relative resistance after 75% of catheter holes were blocked, but the effect in relative outflow resistance is otherwise minimal (P > 0.05, n = 5) and no effect was observed with blocking segments.ConclusionThis study implemented a novel method of rapid catheter manufacturing to systematically produce ventricular catheters with specific catheter architecture. …”
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Network pharmacology and multi-omics validation of the Jianpi-Yishen formula in the treatment of chronic kidney disease by Yuyan Li, Yueming Luo, Yilan Hu, Siting Li, Guandong Li, Wanyangchuan Zhang, Xiufen Gu, Jianting Wang, Shunmin Li, Hong Cheng

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Addressing the specificities of contusion cataract surgery in adults by N.V. Kutukova, A. Yu. Kutukov, V.V. Brzheskiy

“…</i> </p> <p> <i><b>Conclusions</b>: the clinical course and surgical performance of contusion cataracts should be considered when examining and operating these patients. Occult minimal lens subluxation is also important.</i> </p> <p> <i><b>Keywords</b>: complicated cataract, traumatic cataract, contusion cataract, lens subluxation, iris capsular retractor, capsular tension ring, surgical specificities.…”
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Brain Age Prediction Using a Lightweight Convolutional Neural Network by Fatma Eltashani, Mario Parreno-Centeno, James H. Cole, Joao Paulo Papa, Fumie Costen

“…We developed a brain-age prediction system using a minimally preprocessed T1-weighted MRI images with a multi-site dataset of healthy individuals covering the whole human lifespan (2251 subjects, age range 6-90 years). …”
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Comparing Optimal Portfolio Performance Based on Skew-Normal Distribution and Skew-Laplace-Normal Distribution: A Mean-Absolute Deviation-Entropy Approach by Hila Rezaei, Gholamhossien Golarzi, Omid Karimi

“…The objective functions of the model were to maximize the mean return, minimize the absolute deviation, and maximize the entropy of the portfolio.   …”
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Intraoperative Intraluminal Endoscopy in the Surgical Treatment of Patients with Esophageal Diverticula of Various Localization by A. L. Shestakov, M. V. Khrustaleva, M. E. Shahbanov, N. A. Bulganina, T. T. Bitarov, I. A. Boeva, A. T. Tskhovrebov, I. A. Tarasova, O. V. Rykov, I. M. Selivanova, A. A. Bezaltynnykh

“…Conclusion: The combination of surgical treatment of esophageal diverticula with IVEA allows the duration of surgery to be optimized, deformation of the esophageal lumen to be avoided, possible complications to be minimized, thereby improving the results of surgical treatment.…”
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Association of the triglyceride glucose index with all cause and CVD mortality in the adults with diabetes aged < 65 years without cardiovascular disease by Chang Liu, Dan Liang, Guoan Xiang, Xuanbo Zhao, Kun Xiao, Lixin Xie

“…This association persisted in the minimally adjusted model (HR 1.44, 95% CI 1.13–1.83), which was adjusted for age, gender and race. …”
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Structure and identification of the native PLP synthase complex from Methanosarcina acetivorans lysate by Angela Agnew, Ethan Humm, Kang Zhou, Robert P. Gunsalus, Z. Hong Zhou

“…Our workflow allows the (i) rapid examination of new or less characterized systems with minimal sample requirements and (ii) discovery of structural states inaccessible by recombinant expression.…”
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Prevalence of asymptomatic Leishmania donovani infection and associated factors in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Habtamu Belay, Adugna Abera, Esayas Aklilu, Tesfahun Bishaw, Ayinalem Alemu, Geremew Tasew, Berhanu Erko

“…Regular screening of people living in close contact with animals. This will minimize role of man as reservoir host of asymptomatic L. donovani infection VL and hence aid in disease control and management.…”
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Microbial-Induced Carbonate Precipitation for Strengthening Soft Clay by J. Z. Xiao, Y. Q. Wei, H. Cai, Z. W. Wang, T. Yang, Q. H. Wang, S. F. Wu

“…Conventional wisdom does not consider MICP to be suitable for use in soft clay because of the clay particles’ small size and its minimal porosity. Because of the clay’s high water content and complex chemical composition, very little research has been done and not much is known about the use of MICP in soft clay for strength enhancement. …”
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Selective micropulse individual retinal therapy in the navigation- guided treatment for central serous chorioretinopathy with parameter selection by preliminary testing by P.L. Volodin, E.V. Ivanova

“…According to the computer simulation, this mode implies selective destruction of the retinal pigment epithelium with minimal damage to the neurosensory retina and choroid. …”
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Serum metabolic profiles in quails: Effects of age, breed, and sex by Qin He, Hanle Shang, Yizhong Huang, Lizhi Li, Zhuomin Wu, Huihui Ran, Jiguo Xu, Xinwei Xiong

“…Quails are important models due to their low-cost protein sources—both eggs and meat—and practical benefits such as minimal space requirements, high egg production, disease resistance, and rapid reproduction. …”
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Therapeutic Innovations in Nanomedicine: Exploring the Potential of Magnetotactic Bacteria and Bacterial Magnetosomes by Yadav VK, Pramanik S, Alghamdi S, Atwah B, Qusty NF, Babalghith AO, Solanki VS, Agarwal N, Gupta N, Niazi P, Patel A, Choudhary N, Zairov R

“…Distinctive features highlighted include advancements in extraction, characterization, and functionalization techniques, alongside breakthroughs in utilizing MTB-based magnetosomes as contrast agents in imaging, biocompatible drug carriers, and tools for minimally invasive therapies. The biocompatible nature, functionalizing of the surface of bacterial magnetosomes, and response to the external magnetic field make them a potential candidate for the theragnostic purpose of MTB and magnetosomes. …”
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UAE pharmacists’ perceptions of the causes of unwanted or unused medications, their practices, and barriers to promoting safe medication disposal by the public by Maram O. Abbas, Semira Beshir, Doaa Kamal AlKhalidi, Eiman Shamseldin Al Gailani Ali, Yosra Lozon, Rizah Anwar Assadi, Hana Ghdaiba, Rahaf Adnan AL-Zeer

“…Participants were categorised into three levels: extensive, adequate, or minimal involvement, based on their engagement in activities such as reviewing patients’ medications, educating them on proper storage and disposal, and participating in drug take-back programmes. …”
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Longitudinal DNA methylation profiles in saliva of offspring from mothers with gestational diabetes: associations with early childhood growth patterns by Teresa M. Linares-Pineda, Alfonso Lendínez-Jurado, Alberto Piserra-López, María Suárez-Arana, María Pozo, María Molina-Vega, María José Picón-César, Sonsoles Morcillo

“…Conclusions This study’s longitudinal design reveals stable DNA methylation patterns in saliva samples that differentiate GDM-exposed children from controls across the first year of life, highlighting the feasibility of saliva as a minimally invasive biomarker source. The persistence of these epigenetic signatures underscores their potential as early indicators of metabolic risk, offering valuable insights into the long-term impact of maternal GDM on child health. …”
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Buffalo whey proteins performance at the oil/water interface: rheology characterization of the interfacial films by Leandro F. Bustos, Víctor M. Pizones Ruiz-Henestrosa, Cecilio Carrera Sánchez, Franco E. Vasile, Oscar E. Pérez

“…These findings contribute to considering the use of BWPC as an efficient emulsifier agent with the benefits of adding value and minimizing the environmental impact of this byproduct. …”
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Standalone and Minigrid-Connected Solar Energy Systems for Rural Application in Rwanda: An In Situ Study by Kuo-Chi Chang, Noel Hagumimana, Jishi Zheng, Godwin Norense Osarumwense Asemota, Jean De Dieu Niyonteze, Walter Nsengiyumva, Aphrodis Nduwamungu, Samuel Bimenyimana

“…In particular, the development of photovoltaic (PV) microgrids, which can be standalone, off-grid connected or grid-connected, is seen as one of the most viable solutions that could help developing countries such as Rwanda to minimize problems related to energy shortage. The country’s current electrification rate is estimated to be 59.7%, and hydropower remains Rwanda’s primary source of energy (with over 43.8% of its total energy supplies) despite advances in solar technology. …”
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Multiplex Bead Array Assay for Detection of 25 Soluble Cytokines in Blister Fluid of Patients with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1 by Claudia Heijmans-Antonissen, Feikje Wesseldijk, Renate JM Munnikes, Frank JPM Huygen, Patrick van der Meijden, Wim C. J. Hop, Herbert Hooijkaas, Freek J. Zijlstra

“…The use of a multiplex-25 bead array cytokine assay and Luminex technology enabled simultaneous measurement of representative (1) proinflammatory cytokines such as GM-CSF, IL-1β, IL-1RA, IL-6, IL-8, and TNF-α; (2) Th1/Th2 distinguishing cytokines IFN-γ, IL-2, IL-2R, IL-4, IL-5, and IL-10; (3) nonspecific acting cytokines IFN-α, IL-7, IL-12p40/p70, IL-13, IL-15, and IL-17; and (4) chemokines eotaxin, IP-10, MCP-1, MIP-1α, MIP-1β, MIG, and RANTES. Although minimal detection levels are significantly higher in the bead array system than those in common ELISA assays, in blister fluid, IL-1RA, IL-6, IL-8, TNF-α, IL-12p40/p70, MCP-1, and MIP-1β were detectable and increased in CRPS1 affected extremities. …”
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Multi-Objective Optimal Trajectory Planning for Woodworking Manipulator and Worktable Based on the INSGA-II Algorithm by Jiaping Yi, Changqing Zhang, Sihan Chen, Qinglong Dai, Hang Yu, Guang Yang, Leyuan Yu

“…An improved non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm (INSGA-II) is proposed to achieve a time–jerk multi-objective trajectory planning that can meet the dual requirements of minimal processing time and reduced motion impact. …”
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A Shorter Circular Stapler Height at the Gastrojejunostomy during a Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Results in Less Strictures and Bleeding Complications by Michael Horkoff, Kieran Purich, Noah Switzer, Shalvin Prasad, Neal Church, Xinzhe Shi, Philip Mitchell, Estifanos Debru, Shahzeer Karmali, Richdeep Gill

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