Assessment of Weight Management Practices among Adults in the United Arab Emirates by Amita Attlee, Nour Atmani, Viktor Stromtsov, Fatima Ali, Rim Tikarly, Sarah Ryad, Ghada Salah, Hayder Hasan, Reyad Obaid

“…An exploratory, cross-sectional research was conducted on 1275 adult males and females, residing in UAE. A structured questionnaire was administered. WM goals to lose/maintain/gain weight were reported in 88.3% participants. …”
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Development and Evaluation of the Immunogenic Potential of an Unmodified Nucleoside mRNA Vaccine for Herpes Zoster by Shun Zhang, Xiaojie Wang, Tongyi Zhao, Chen Yang, Lulu Huang

“…Methods: We utilized artificial intelligence (AI) to design several unmodified gE mRNA sequences for VZV, considering factors such as codon preference and secondary structure. The optimized mRNA sequences were assessed for protein expression levels in vitro and were subsequently used to develop a vaccine, named Vac07, encapsulated in a lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery system. …”
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Experiences of community-dwelling older adults living with multiple chronic conditions: a qualitative study by Sharon Kaasalainen, Jenny Ploeg, Marta Canesi, Kimberly D Fraser, Carrie McAiney, Maureen Markle-Reid, Sinead Dufour, Lisa Garland Baird, Tracey Chambers

“…Objectives The aim of the study was to understand the experiences of living with multiple chronic conditions (MCC) from the perspective of community-living older adults with MCC.Design A qualitative study using an interpretive description approach.Setting Participants were recruited from southern Ontario, Canada.Participants 21 community-living, older adults (≥65 years) with an average of 7.4 chronic conditions including one of diabetes, dementia or stroke.Methods Data were collected through digitally-recorded, in-depth, semi-structured in-person interviews. Interview transcripts were analysed and coded using Thorne’s interpretive description approach.Results Five themes were identified representing older adults' experiences of living with MCC: (a) trying to stay healthy while living with MCC, (b) depending on family caregivers for support with just about everything, (c) paying the high costs of living with MCC, (d) making healthcare decisions by proxy and (e) receiving healthcare services that do not address the complex needs of persons living with MCC.Conclusions The experience of living with MCC in the community was complex and multi-faceted. …”
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Hypoxia-induced CTCF mediates alternative splicing via coupling chromatin looping and RNA Pol II pause to promote EMT in breast cancer by Parik Kakani, Shruti Ganesh Dhamdhere, Deepak Pant, Rushikesh Joshi, Sachin Mishra, Anchala Pandey, Dimple Notani, Sanjeev Shukla

“…Summary: Hypoxia influences the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) through the remodeling of the chromatin structure, epigenetics, and alternative splicing. Hypoxia drives CCCTC-binding factor (CTCF) induction through hypoxia-inducible factor 1-alpha (HIF1α), which promotes EMT, although the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. …”
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Glutathione reductase plays a role in the metabolism of methylmercury degradation in Rhodotorula mucilaginosa by Yi Guo, Wenlong Deng, Qigui Mo, You Yu, Zhenwang Zhang, Mingjie Wei, Ruiling Tang, Surui Lu, Yanting Su

“…However, transcriptomic analysis revealed that the glutathione reductase of R. mucilaginosa responds to the methylmercury degradation process. Structural domain analysis and molecular docking experiments suggest that the glutathione reductase of R. mucilaginosa has the potential to directly or indirectly participate in methylmercury degradation metabolism. …”
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Combining ability of spring barley varieties in the direct diallel cross system by E. V. Kompanets, M. R. Kozachenko, N. I. Vasko, A. G. Naumov, P. N. Solonechniy, S. I. Sviatchenko

“…Strong and weak SCA effects were observed for plant productivity (grain weight) and its structural components (productive tillering, grain number per spike, 1000-grain weight). …”
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Studies on the alleviating effect of Bifidobacterium lactis V9 on dextran sodium sulfate-induced colitis in mice by Xiaoyan Duan, Xiaoyan Duan, Xiaoyan Duan, Xiaoyan Duan, Rilige Wu, Jianbo Li, Jianbo Li, Zeya Li, Yanqi Liu, Ping Chen, Bangmao Wang, Bangmao Wang, Bangmao Wang

“…H&E showed that V9 re-stored the intestinal tissue structure. ELISA showed that V9 decreased the levels of IL-6, IL-22, and TNF-α and increased IL-10, SP, VIP, and 5-HT. …”
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Three-Dimensional Digital Documentation for the Conservation of the Prambanan Temple Cluster Using Guided Multi-Sensor Techniques by Anindya Sricandra Prasidya, Irwan Gumilar, Irwan Meilano, Ikaputra Ikaputra, Rochmad Muryamto, Erlyna Nour Arrofiqoh

“…These results provide a solid foundation for future analyses, particularly in assessing structural vulnerabilities and informing conservation strategies.…”
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Analysis of CYP701A1 genes in gossypium species and functional characterization through gene silencing by Zhao Liang, Di Jiachun, Guo Qi, Xu Zhenzhen, Zhao Jun, Xu Peng, Xu Jianwen, Liu Jianguang, Shen Xinlian, Chen Xusheng

“…Subsequently, 40 CYP701A1 genes were identified from various genomes and conducted a comprehensive analysis of their structure and evolution. Virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) technology was utilized to knock out the GhCYP701A1 gene in Gossypium hirsutum ac TM-1. …”
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Validity and reliability of the Malay language Perception Towards Smoking Questionnaire (BM-PTSQ) among secondary school adolescents: Further validation using Confirmatory Factor A... by Kuang Hock Lim, Yoon Ling Cheong, Hui Li Lim, Kee Chee Cheong, Mohd Hazilas Mat Hashim, Ali Aman Marine, Yong Kang Cheah, Jia Hui Lim, Sumarni Mohd Ghazali

“…Results EFA and parallel analysis identified two domains in the BM-PTSQ that accounted for 62.9% of the observed variance, and CFA confirmed the two-domain structure. The two domains' internal consistency scores ranged from 0.702 to 0.80, which suggested adequate reliability. …”
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‘It takes a village’: patient lived experiences of residential treatment for an eating disorder by Rebekah Rankin, Janet Conti, Lucie Ramjan, Phillipa Hay

“…Fifteen women participated in semi-structured interviews about their experience of treatment following discharge. …”
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Body donor reperfusion and re-ventilation in medical training: an Italian study testing SimLife® by Irene Neri, Giulio Vara, Antonietta Fazio, Maria Vittoria Marvi, Foteini-Dionysia Koufi, Elisa Boschetti, Simone Lodi, Giulia Adalgisa Mariani, Marilisa Quaranta, Anna Maria Billi, Alessandra Ruggeri, Carlo Barausse, Cyril Brèque, Annalisa Plava, Veronica Moretti, Lucia Manzoli, Stefano Ratti

“…Additionally, it assessed the impact of this technology across various medical specialties, utilizing a minimal number of donated bodies.MethodsThe study utilized the existing body donation program and dissection rooms at the Anatomy Center of the University of Bologna. 62 participants from 13 medical specialties performed simulations using the SimLife® P4P platform. Post-simulation, structured interviews were used to collect data on the interventions performed, participant perceptions of the technology’s usefulness, enjoyment, and willingness to repeat the experience, as well as critical issues encountered.ResultsKey findings include that 86% of participants rated SimLife® technology as extremely useful for post-lauream training, while 84% found it highly beneficial for team-building activities. …”
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Solar Flare Forecasting Using Hybrid Neural Networks by Dan Xu, Pengchao Sun, Song Feng, Bo Liang, Wei Dai

“…In this paper, we utilized the solar active region (AR) magnetogram provided by the Solar Dynamics Observatory’s Helioseismic and Magnetic Imager and the associated feature parameters of the magnetic field; specifically, the feature vectors of the magnetic field’s spatial structure characteristics and the magnetic field feature parameters are fused to predict solar flares. …”
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Analysis of Changes in Retinal Thickness in Type 2 Diabetes without Diabetic Retinopathy by Jing Jiang, Yan Liu, Yingchao Chen, Bo Ma, Yiwen Qian, Zhenzhen Zhang, Dongqing Zhu, Zhiliang Wang, Xiaofang Xu

“…Conclusion and Relevance. Subtle structural changes in the retina may occur in diabetes without DR. …”
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Iron deficiency anaemia and its associated risk factors among lactating mothers in Ghana by Mensah K, Abbam G, Gadzeto FF, Marfo L, Daud S, Kuntah S, Bani SB, Dzamesi HK, Apodola FA, Badu A, Chukwurah FE

“…Full blood count analysis, serum ferritin, malaria and other measurements such as Body Mass Index (BMI) and diet assessment were done for all the participants. A structured questionnaire was used to collect information on risk factors and demographic characteristics. p>0.05 was considered statistically significant. …”
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Phenylalanine-derived β-lactam TRPM8 antagonists: revisiting configuration and new benzoyl derivatives by Cristina Martín-Escura, Maria Angeles Bonache, Alicia Medina-Peris, Thomas Voets, Antonio Ferrer-Montiel, Asia Fernández-Carvajal, Rosario González-Muñiz

“…Aim: To expand the understanding of the structure-activity relationship within a family of amino acid-derived β-lactam TRPM8 (transient receptor potential melastatin channel, subtype 8) antagonists, this work investigated both the configuration-dependence of potency and selectivity, and explored strategies for increasing total polar surface area (TPSA). …”
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Probing the Catalytic Efficiency of Supported Heteropoly Acids for Esterification: Effect of Weak Catalyst Support Interactions by Ali Alsalme, Aliyah A. Alsharif, Hamda Al-Enizi, Mujeeb Khan, Saad G. Alshammari, Mshari A. Alotaibi, Rais Ahmad Khan, Mohammed Rafiq H. Siddiqui

“…Supported heteropoly acids are an interesting class of solid acid catalysts which possess flexible structure and super acidic properties essentially required for the oil-based biodiesel production. …”
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Knights in shining armour and (M)others in life jackets: Women’s experiences of advocating for care alone when suffering recurrent early pregnancy loss during the SARS-CoV-2 pandem... by Flora E. Kent-Nye, Kayleigh S. Sheen, Karen Burgess, Munira Oza, Laura A. Magee, Davor Jurković, Sergio A. Silverio

“…Methods A qualitative interview study design was employed, with semi-structured interviews conducted virtually. A total of 16 women who had suffered two or more early pregnancy losses (≤ 14 weeks gestation) during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in the United Kingdom participated. …”
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Study on the performance and mechanism of graphene oxide / polyurethane composite modified asphalt by Tengteng Guo, Zhenxia Li, Yuanzhao Chen, Qingyu Xu, Jing Wang, Lihui Jin

“…The surface of the modified composite asphalt is relatively smooth, exhibiting a stable network structure, thus solving the PU segregation problem in the matrix asphalt.The change of infrared spectrum absorption peak shows that reaction between isocyanate groups in polyurethane and aromatic esters in bitumen, GO oxidizes with the-CH functional group in asphalt, and the content of C = C double bond changes during the modification process, indicating that the modification of asphalt by GO and PU is a composite modification based on chemical modification and supplemented by physical modification.…”
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Real-time non-destructive characterization of epoxy resin curing kinetics and mechanical response for enhanced manufacturing quality control by Gonzalo Seisdedos, Edgar Viamontes, Eduardo Salazar, Cristian Pantea, Eric S. Davis, Tommy Rockward, Benjamin Boesl

“…Furthermore, changes in longitudinal sound speed were detected during the resin's curing process, resulting from variations in the polymer's chemical structure, and were correlated to the cure kinetics. …”
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