Codon usage patterns and genomic variation analysis of chloroplast genomes provides new insights into the evolution of Aroideae by Xinbi Jia, Jiaqi Wei, Yuewen Chen, Chenghong Zeng, Chan Deng, Pengchen Zeng, Yufei Tang, Qinghong Zhou, Yingjin Huang, Qianglong Zhu

“…The ENC-plot and PR2-plot revealed that the codon usage bias of Aroideae was influenced by multiple factors, with natural selection as the dominant factor. …”
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Compound weather and climate extremes in the Asian region: science-informed recommendations for policy by R. Krishnan, Chirag Dhara, Takeshi Horinouchi, C. Kendra Gotangco Gonzales, C. Kendra Gotangco Gonzales, A. P. Dimri, A. P. Dimri, M. Singh Shrestha, P. Swapna, M. K. Roxy, Seok-Woo Son, Seok-Woo Son, D. C. Ayantika, Faye Abigail T. Cruz, Fangli Qiao

“…Recent IPCC reports have highlighted that the probability of compound extreme events, which can amplify risk, has risen in multiple regions. However, significant gaps remain in our understanding of the drivers and mechanisms behind these events. …”
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DETERMINANTS OF GREEN FINANCING IMPLEMENTATION by Galih Suprapto

“…Among the methods that are associated with data analysis is the technique known as multiple linear regression analysis. Finding : The green products, green operations, and green policies significantly support green financing, whereas, green customers have no significant effect on green financing. …”
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Exploring the Underlying Mechanism of Weiling Decoction Alleviates Cold-Dampness Diarrhea Based on Network Pharmacology, Transcriptomics, Molecular Docking and Experimental Validat... by Yannan Zhang, Shuai Zhang, Yimeng Fan, Sijuan Huang, Shimin Wang, Zhihui Hao, Jianzhong Shen

“…Weiling decoction (WLD) is frequently used in clinical practice to treat CDD, a condition triggered by multiple factors. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying its therapeutic effects remain poorly understood. …”
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Impacts of survey design on a Gulf of Mexico bottom longline survey and the transition to a unified, stratified - random design by Jill M. Hendon, Eric R. Hoffmayer, Adam G. Pollack, John Mareska, Fernando Martinez-Andrade, Jeff Rester, Theodore S. Switzer, Zachary C. Zuckerman

“…The evolution of this survey highlights the benefit of unifying survey designs that build upon existing efforts to enhance the utility of survey data for multiple applications.…”
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Evaluating implementation of a hospital‐based cancer registry to improve childhood cancer care in low‐ and middle‐income countries by Melissa R. Maas, Allison Yang, Michele A. Muir, James B. Collins IV, Courtney Canter, Gevorg Tamamyan, Inam Chitsike, Francine Kouya, Kim Hoa Nguyen, Alia Ahmad, Ana Patricia Alcasabas, Yi‐Jin Gao, Kimberly J. Johnson, Gia Ferrara, Nickhill Bhakta, Benyam Muluneh

“…Conclusion Interviewed participants identified key barriers and facilitators to the implementation of the SJCARES registry across multiple phases. We plan to use these results to develop targeted implementation strategies including a readiness assessment tool to help guide more successful implementation of the SJCARES registry and other HBCRs in LMICs.…”
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Development and cross-validation of predictive equations for fat-free mass estimation by bioelectrical impedance analysis in Brazilian subjects with overweight and obesity by Kalina Veruska Da Silva Bezerra Masset, Analiza M. Silva, Analiza M. Silva, Gerson Ferrari, Gerson Ferrari, Breno Guilherme De Araújo Tinoco Cabral, Paulo Moreira Silva Dantas, Roberto Fernandes Da Costa

“…The criterion technique was dual-energy-x-ray absorptiometry (DXA), whereas a tetrapolar single-frequency BIA equipment was used as the alternative method. Paired t-test, multiple regression, concordance correlation coefficient, and Bland–Altman analysis were used.ResultsMost existing equations were not valid and new equations were derived: (1) for individuals with overweight or obesity: CCC = 0.982; r2 = 0.95; standard error of estimate (SEE) = 2.50 kg; limits of agreement (LOA) = -5.0 to 4.8; and (2) specific for individuals with obesity: CCC = 0.968; r2 = 0.94; SEE = 2.53 kg; LOA = -5.3 to 5.2. …”
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Green biosynthetic silver nanoparticles from Ageratum conyzoides as multifunctional hemostatic agents: Combining hemostasis, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties for eff... by Yang Li, Yinfeng Tan, Huange Zhao, Shiting Chen, Azadeh Nilghaz, Rong Cao, Songlin Zhou

“…These findings indicate that AC-AgNPs act on multiple signaling pathways, including endogenous and exogenous coagulation pathways, complement system, platelet activation, and aggregation. …”
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Morphological features of autoimmune gastritis by Ye. A. Losik, L. S. Selivanova, M. Yu. Konkov, T. L. Lapina, A. S. Tertychnyi, V. T. Ivashkin

“…According to guidelines of the Russian Society of Pathologists in all cases multiple biopsies have been taken at esophagogastroduodenoscopy. …”
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Patients’ loyalty to primary care institutions and associated factors in China: a cross-sectional study by Liqing Li, Qi Zhang, Liyong Zhu, Guohua Zeng, Hongwei Huang, Zhensheng Chen, Xiaogang Zhou, Xiaofang Wang, Zisheng Xu, Chunmei Wu, Di Yang, Xiaoting Zhai, Sule Yang, Zuxun Lu, Yong Gan, Zuxun Lu

“…Results Based on the PLS with a total score of 35, the average score of patients’ loyalty was 23.81 (SD = 5.42). Multiple linear regression analysis indicated that respondents who were female (β = 0.502), older (β = 0.040), married (β = 0.568), with bachelor degree (β = 0.481), with more than three family members (β = 0.510), employees of enterprises and institutions (β = 1.079), with better self-reported health status (β = 1.938), or a moderate level of self-reported health status (β = 1.510), without a family doctor contract (β = 0.625), with willingness for medical treatment from PCIs (β = 1.172), with higher patients’ trust (β = 0.311) or with higher patients’ satisfaction (β = 0.368) reported a higher level of loyalty. …”
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Otologic Manifestations in Patients with Achondroplasia: A Multicenter Study by Dohee Kim, Joonsik Yoon, Myung-Whan Suh, Jun Ho Lee, Moo Kyun Park

“…Myringotomy or ventilation tube insertion was performed on 33 patients (47.1%), and 16 patients (22.9%) required multiple insertions. Eighteen patients (25.7%) had adenoid hypertrophy, and 16 (22.9%) underwent adenoidectomy. …”
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Associations between exposure to volatile organic compounds with obesity in adults by Runmiao Wu, Lei Jia, Xu Zhu, Gongchang Guan, Junkui Wang, Rutai Hui, Meijuan Ma, Zhao Zhao, Hui Pang, Ling Zhu

“…Quantile g-computation (Qgcomp) regression, a method designed to evaluate the combined effects of multiple correlated chemical exposures, was used to assess the mixed influence of VOC metabolites on obesity-related outcomes. …”
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Comparative Sensitivity of MRI Indices for Myelin Assessment in Spinal Cord Regions by Philip Kyeremeh Jnr Oppong, Hiroyuki Hamaguchi, Maho Kitagawa, Nina Patzke, Kevin C. Wakeman, Khin Khin Tha

“…<b>Background/Objectives:</b> Although multiple magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) indices are known to be sensitive to the noninvasive assessment of myelin integrity, their relative sensitivities have not been directly compared. …”
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Improving the integrity and reproducibility of research that uses antibodies: a technical, data sharing, behavioral and policy challenge by M. Biddle, P. Stylianou, M. Rekas, A. Wright, J. Sousa, D. Ruddy, M. I. Stefana, K. Kmiecik, A. Bandrowski, R.A. Kahn, C. Laflamme, E. M. Krockow, H.S. Virk

“…Global cooperation and coordination between multiple partners and stakeholders will be crucial to address the technical, policy, behavioral, and open data sharing challenges. …”
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Ecological reef restoration: consumptive and nonconsumptive interactions among common North Sea predators and European oysters by Julius A. Ellrich, Clemens Kozian-Fleck, Markus Brand, Bérenger Colsoul, Bérenger Colsoul, Bernadette Pogoda, Bernadette Pogoda

“…Oyster reefs are biodiversity hotspots with multiple ecosystem functions and services that are declining worldwide. …”
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Trends in the Use of Sphingosine 1 Phosphate in Age-Related Diseases: A Scientometric Research Study (1992-2020) by Qiong He, Gaofeng Ding, Mengyuan Zhang, Peng Nie, Jing Yang, Dong Liang, Jiaqi Bo, Yi Zhang, Yunfeng Liu

“…While S1P and its relevant metabolites have remained a long-term active area of research, recent studies have focused more on interventions aimed at improving retinal degeneration, cardiomyopathy, multiple sclerosis, and diabetes, among others. Conclusions. …”
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Low energy density, high nutrient adequacy and high nutrient density are each associated with higher diet costs in Chinese adults from Henan Province by Junya Zhai, Baihui Ma, Lijun Guo, Hongbo Wu, Quanjun Lyu, Pipasha Khatun, Rui Liang, Fangfang Yao, Minghua Cong, Yongxia Kong

“…Results Subjects who closely adhered to the NRF9.2, MAR, and ED paid ¥8.92, ¥13.17, and ¥14.34 more for daily food consumption, respectively, than those who weakly adhered to these dietary patterns did. Furthermore, multiple linear regression analysis adjusted covariance revealed that an increase in ¥1 of the energy-adjusted diet cost per day was associated with changes of 0.494 units (P < 0.001), 0.003 units (P < 0.001), and − 0.018 units (P < 0.001) in the NRF9.2, MAR, and ED, respectively. …”
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Exploring the multi-targeted mechanism of Saikosaponin A in prostate cancer treatment: a network pharmacology and molecular docking approach by Genbao Zhu, Genbao Zhu, Genbao Zhu, Zhiming Jiang, Niuping Zhu, Niuping Zhu, Donghui Wang, Donghui Wang, Tianpeng Guo, Tianpeng Guo, Yiqing Meng, Yiqing Meng, Yi Zhu, Yi Zhu, Kemeng Tan, Mengxue Hu, Heng Tang, Xuannian Wang, Xuannian Wang

“…Finally, SSA also induced G1-phase blockade and apoptosis in PC3 cells, further highlighting its potential role in prostate cancer treatment.ConclusionThe present study revealed that SSA exerts anti-tumorigenic effects in prostate cancer by targeting multiple pathways, laying a theoretical reference for its use as a therapeutic candidate for prostate cancer.…”
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Development and validation of an interprofessional collaborative educational module on the self-management of foot for individuals with type II diabetes mellitus in India [version... by Gagana Karkada, Sushma Prabhath, Ciraj Ali Mohammed, Arun G. Maiya, Harihara Prakash Ramanathan, M Ganesh Kamath, Ganesh Handady

“…The management of diabetes and diabetic foot ulcers therefore demands a well-coordinated approach that involves multiple healthcare providers (HCPs). The present study aims to develop and validate an interprofessional collaborative (IPC) educational program involving HCPs to efficiently oversee and instruct the public on appropriate strategies for self-managing diabetic foot health in the Indian population. …”
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Enhanced AC/DC optimal power flow via nested distributed optimization for AC/VSC-MTDC hybrid power systems by Haixiao Li, Pedro P. Vergara, Robert Dimitrovski, Hongjin Du, Aleksandra Lekić

“…In the inner iteration, the master problem is continuously decomposed into multiple sub-MPs associated with individual VSCs. The alternating direction method of multipliers (ADMM) is employed to solve these sub-MPs iteratively. …”
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