Does transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation alter pupil dilation? A living Bayesian meta-analysis by Ipek Pervaz, Lilly Thurn, Cecilia Vezzani, Luisa Kaluza, Anne Kühnel, Nils B. Kroemer

“…These findings underscore the relevance of taVNS protocols in optimizing its use for specific applications that may require modulation of tonic vs. phasic monoaminergic responses and might also help to gain mechanistic insights into potential therapeutic effects.…”
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Effects of scrap rubber waste on the mechanical performance of mortar made of crushed sand and sediment by Adda Hadj Mostefa, Benamar Balegh, Hamid Sellaf, Mohamed Elamine Dahamni

“…Additionally, the effects of adding 2%, 4%, and 6% granulated rubber to the optimal mortar were analyzed. Various tests, including those testing compressive strength, flexural strength, and ultrasonic pulse velocity, were performed to evaluate the performance of the mixtures. …”
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Case report of the first use of a hydrogel rectal spacer for prostate cancer reirradiation via LDR brachytherapy: applications and technical notes by Amina Lazrek, Sebastiano Finocchi Ghersi, Adeline Petre, Sarah Houabes, Anne-Agathe Serre, Frederic Gassa, Magali Sandt, Cecile Laude, Camille Roukoz, Salvatore Cozzi

“…This case contributes to the growing evidence supporting the rectal spacer’s role in enhancing the safety and efficacy of salvage brachytherapy for recurrent prostate cancer.ConclusionsOur experience advocates for the integration of a hydrogel rectal spacer as a valuable tool in prostate cancer reirradiation protocols, offering a strategic approach to optimize treatment safety by minimizing rectal toxicity.…”
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Impact of Metabolic States on SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Responses in Mouse Models of Obesity and Diabetes by Olivia A. Smith, Brent Fujimoto, Teri Ann S. Wong, Albert To, Troy Odo, Aquena Ball, Brien K. Haun, Hiromi Muramatsu, Ying K Tam, Norbert Pardi, Axel T. Lehrer

“…Understanding the impact of these metabolic disturbances on vaccine immunogenicity is crucial for developing optimized vaccines that can effectively enhance immune responses and provide long-lasting protection against SARS-CoV-2, even in individuals with obesity and diabetes. …”
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Genome-Wide Association Study on Imputed Genotypes of 180 Eurasian Soybean <i>Glycine max</i> Varieties for Oil and Protein Contents in Seeds by Nadezhda A. Potapova, Irina V. Zorkoltseva, Alexander S. Zlobin, Andrey B. Shcherban, Anna V. Fedyaeva, Elena A. Salina, Gulnara R. Svishcheva, Tatiana I. Aksenovich, Yakov A. Tsepilov

“…The data obtained from this study provide valuable genetic markers that can be used in breeding programs to optimize oil and protein content, particularly in varieties adapted to Russian climates, and contribute to the development of high-yielding, nutritionally enhanced soybean cultivars.…”
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Developing transcriptomic biomarkers for TAVO412 utilizing next generation sequencing analyses of preclinical tumor models by Ying Jin, Peng Chen, Huajun Zhou, Guangmao Mu, Simin Wu, Zhengxia Zha, Bin Ma, Chao Han, Mark L. Chiu, Mark L. Chiu

“…ConclusionsIn implementing precision medicine by leveraging preclinical model data, a predictive transcriptomic biomarker empowered by next-generation sequencing was identified that could optimize the selection of patients that may benefit most from TAVO412 treatment. …”
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Effect of Drying and Broccoli Leaves Incorporation on the Nutritional Quality of Durum Wheat Pasta by Natalia Drabińska, Mariana Nogueira, Ewa Ciska, Henryk Hubert Jeleń

“…The obtained pasta products were analysed for the cooking properties (optimal cooking time, cooking loss, water absorption and swelling capacity); colour parameters; proximate composition; and contents of free amino acids (FAA), fatty acids and sugars. …”
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Plant Growth and Nutritional Quality Attributes of Basella alba Applied with Variable Rates of Nitrogen Fertilizer at Different Planting Dates under Canadian Maritime Climatic Cond... by Nishchitha Hemmige Natesh, Mercy O. Ijenyo, Samuel Kwaku Asiedu, H. P. Vasantha Rupasinghe, Lord Abbey

“…Nitrogen (N) fertilization at critical planting time is important to optimize productivity and reduce nitrate accumulation in edible portions of green leafy vegetable plants. …”
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Rainfed agriculture in Ethiopia: a systematic review of green water management pathways to improve water and food security by Ermias Teferi, Ermias Teferi, Tibebu Kassawmar, Tibebu Kassawmar, Woldeamlak Bewket, Woldeamlak Bewket, Gete Zeleke, Gebiaw T. Ayele, Greg O’Donnell, Claire Walsh

“…Increased investments and expertise in green water management at the government level are crucial. Optimizing the use of green water resources in rainfed farming can also unlock Ethiopia’s export potential while improving domestic water and food security through strategic virtual water trade. …”
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A Novel Oxidative Stress Mediator in Acute Appendicitis: Thiol/Disulphide Homeostasis by Sefa Ozyazici, Faruk Karateke, Umit Turan, Adnan Kuvvetli, Huseyin Kilavuz, Burak Karakaya, Pınar Ozaltun, Murat Alısık, Ozcan Erel

“…Further studies are needed to optimize the use of this novel oxidative stress marker in AA.…”
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Computed tomography–guided percutaneous biopsy in diagnosis of suspected metastatic renal cell carcinoma: which location is the most suitable? by Petr Hoffmann, Michal Balik, Martina Hoffmannova, Jindrich Kopecky, Pavel Ryska, Jana Draganovicova, Petr Dvorak

“…Aim: Our aim was to evaluate an optimal location for percutaneous computed tomography-guided biopsy in a diagnosis of suspected mRCC. …”
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Management of thyroid tumors diagnosed cytologically as follicular neoplasms in a high-volume center: utility of a scoring system using serum thyroglobulin level, tumor size, ultra... by Yasuhiro Ito, Makoto Kawakami, Mitsuyoshi Hirokawa, Masashi Yamamoto, Minoru Kihara, Naoyoshi Onoda, Akihiro Miya, Akira Miyauchi, Takashi Akamizu

“…After assigning scores of 2 and 1 for cytological findings favoring malignancy and others, respectively, a receiver operating characteristic curve analysis indicated a score of 3 as the optimal cutoff for predicting malignant diagnosis; however, the area under the curve remained low, at 0.642. …”
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Safety and recommendation of voriconazole for invasive pulmonary aspergillosis in severe liver disease patients: a retrospective cohort study by Xin Zhang, Caopei Zheng, Ling Zhang, Yuqing Sun, Ying Liang, Xue Chen, Lijun Pang, Yulin Zhang

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of voriconazole for IPA in patients with SLD and explore an optimal antifungal regimen. Methods This was a retrospective cohort study of SLD patients diagnosed with proven or probable IPA at Beijing Youan Hospital, Capital Medical University between January 1, 2012 to January 31, 2023. …”
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A positive experience in applying the biolistic approach to potato varieties Aksor and Nevskiy by N. P. Malakhova, Y. A. Skiba, G. A. Iskakova, D. A. Naizabayeva, B. K. Tezekbaeva, G. A. Ismagulova, E. R. Maltseva

“…For potato plants, the transformation efficiency is quite low at the moment and the selection of optimal conditions for biolistics is one of the pressing issues of practical biotechnology. …”
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Stable improvement in hand muscle strength in incomplete spinal cord injury patients by long-term paired associative stimulation—a case series study by Kirsi Holopainen, Aleksandra Tolmacheva, Ines Bersch, Piia Haakana, Piia Haakana, Markus Pohjonen, Erika Kirveskari, Erika Kirveskari, Jari Arokoski, Anastasia Shulga, Anastasia Shulga

“…Stable results were achieved when stimulation was delivered as long as MRC score improved progressively. The optimal duration of high-PAS treatment remains unknown.Clinical trial registrationclinicaltrials.gov, identifier NCT03045744.…”
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High Glucose Level Disturbs the Resveratrol-Evoked Curtailment of CX3CL1/CX3CR1 Signaling in Human Placental Circulation by Dariusz Szukiewicz, Michal Pyzlak, Grzegorz Szewczyk, Aleksandra Stangret, Seweryn Trojanowski, Michal Bachanek, Wojciech Braksator, Jaroslaw Wejman

“…In conclusion, euglycemia assures optimal effects of resveratrol pertaining to CX3CL1/CX3CR1 signaling in the placenta. …”
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A systematic investigation on microstructure evolution, phase transformation and dynamic recrystallization mechanisms of hot isostatic pressed Ti–45Al–2Mn–2Nb–1B alloy during hot d... by Meiyi Ba, Hongkui Tang, Lianxi Hu, Yu Sun, Fei Gao

“…This comprehensive analysis offers novel insights into DRX mechanisms, providing valuable guidance for optimizing the hot working process of Ti–45Al–2Mn–2Nb–1B (at%) alloy.…”
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Study of the Interplay Among Melt Morphology, Rheology and 3D Printability of Poly(Lactic Acid)/Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate-Co-3-Hydroxyvalerate) Blends by Marco Costantini, Flavio Cognini, Roberta Angelini, Sara Alfano, Marianna Villano, Andrea Martinelli, David Bolzonella, Marco Rossi, Andrea Barbetta

“…Through thoroughly screening printing parameters such as deposition speed, nozzle diameter, flow percentage and deposition platform temperature, we determined the optimal printing conditions for the two PLA/PHBV blends. …”
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Opinions on hypertension care and therapy adherence at the healthcare provider and healthcare system level: a qualitative study in the Hague, Netherlands by Mattijs E Numans, Michiel L Bots, Sytske van Bruggen, Hedwig M M Vos, Rimke C Vos, Guy Rutten, Saskia E van Grondelle, Judith Meijer, Erik van Duin

“…Data were analysed using the theoretical domains framework (TDF) and the behaviour change wheel.Setting and participants Participants were from a highly urbanised city environment (the Hague, Netherlands), and included nine primary care physicians, six practice nurses and five secondary care physicians involved in hypertension care.Results Nine domains on the TDF were found to be relevant at the healthcare provider level (‘knowledge’, ‘physical, cognitive and interpersonal skills’, ‘memory, attention and decision processes’, ‘professional, social role and identity’, ‘optimism’, ‘beliefs about consequences’, ‘intention’, ‘emotion’ and ‘social influences’) and two domains (‘resources’ and ‘goals’) were found to be relevant at the system level. …”
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Unveiling the novel role of circadian rhythms in sepsis and septic shock: unexplored implications for chronotherapy by Stewart D. Ramsay, Stewart D. Ramsay, Stewart D. Ramsay, Marni A. Nenke, Marni A. Nenke, Emily J. Meyer, Emily J. Meyer, David J. Torpy, David J. Torpy, Richard L. Young, Richard L. Young, Richard L. Young, Richard L. Young

“…Circadian rhythms are critical to coordinating body processes to external environmental cues, such as light and feeding, to ensure efficiency and maintain optimal health. These rhythms are controlled by ‘clock’ transcription factors, such as Clock, Bmal1, Per1/2, Cry1/2, and Rev-erbs, which are present in almost every tissue. …”
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