Efficacy of problem-solving therapy in treating late-life depression with potential cognitive impairment: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xia Li, Tao Wang, Chun Huang, Jianjun Wang, Yuan Fang, Feng Yan, Dongbin Cai, Zhiling Zhang

“…Introduction Late-life depression (LLD) is a global public health issue, often accompanied by cognitive impairments that can exacerbate the severity of depression and impair social functioning. Despite being a well-established treatment for LLD, the suitability of problem-solving therapy (PST) for individuals with LLD and varying degrees of cognitive impairments warrants further investigation. …”
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Mapping the mHealth Nexus: A Semantic Analysis of mHealth Scholars’ Research Propensities Following an Interdisciplinary Training Institute by Junpeng Ren, Jinwen Luo, Yingshi Huang, Vivek Shetty, Minjeong Jeon

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Mechanical Structure Design and Motion Simulation Analysis of a Lower Limb Exoskeleton Rehabilitation Robot Based on Human–Machine Integration by Chenglong Zhao, Zhen Liu, Yuefa Ou, Liucun Zhu

“…The lower limb exoskeleton rehabilitation robot has great potential in areas such as enhancing human physical functions, rehabilitation training, and assisting the elderly and disabled. …”
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Genome-wide identification and analysis of the FLA gene family in maize (Zea mays L.) and its expression in response to abiotic stresses by Yongyan Cao, Xuanxuan Chen, Bo Wei, Tuo Zeng, Hongcheng Wang, Bin Zhu, Xuye Du, Lei Gu

“…Conclusion Taken together, the comprehensive analysis of ZmFLAs in the whole genome provides a novel perspective on the evolutionary relationship among maize FLA genes and lays a foundation for further analysis of the biological functions of ZmFLAs.…”
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Endovascular management of carotid-cavernous fistulas: a 16-year retrospective analysis of multimodal treatment strategies and long-term clinical outcomes by Chingiz Nurimanov, Iroda Mammadinova, Karashash Menlibayeva, Yeldar Kydyrmoldin, Ramazan Duisengali, Diana Kerimbayeva, Serik Akshulakov, Yerbol Makhambetov

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Patient journey following lumbar discectomy surgery: protocol for a single-centre qualitative analysis of the patient rehabilitation experience (DiscJourn) by Alison B Rushton, Nicola R Heneghan, Louise White, Navin Furtado, Annabel Masson

“…However, approximately 20% of patients report suboptimal functional recovery and quality of life. The impact and meaning of the surgical experience from the patients’ perspective are not fully understood. …”
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Patients’ satisfaction and efficacy of modern conventional hearing aids: A comprehensive analysis of the self-reported user experiences in adult people by Daniele Portelli, Cosimo Galletti, Sabrina Loteta, Leonard Freni, Francesco Ciodaro, Angela Alibrandi, Giuseppe Alberti

“…Objective: Hearing loss is a widespread condition that impacts the quality of life, affecting communication, social interactions, and cognitive functions. This study aimed to evaluate the subjective benefit and satisfaction of using hearing aids among patients since the adoption rate of hearing aids remains low. …”
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Optimizing oil salt analysis in southern Iran: A comprehensive statistical model for ASTM D3230 electrochemical cell device utilizing advanced analytical approaches by M. Shirali, F. Mirhashemi

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Effect of exercise intervention on quality of life and exercise capacity in patients with atrial fibrillation: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Yaya Xi, Yinxue Zhang, Leyao Han, Meishan Zhang, Yunyun Liu, Jingying Xiong, Yingqiao Wang, Weiping Li, Feng Bai, Minmin Cai, Xinman Dou, Xinman Dou, Xinglei Wang, Xinglei Wang

“…AE significantly improved vitality, social functioning, and mental health, with particular benefits in improving vitality.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero, identifier (CRD42024628296).…”
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Genetic Variations of Three Kazakhstan Strains of the SARS-CoV-2 Virus by Bekbolat Usserbayev, Kulyaisan T. Sultankulova, Yerbol Burashev, Aibarys Melisbek, Meirzhan Shirinbekov, Balzhan S. Myrzakhmetova, Asankadir Zhunushov, Izat Smekenov, Aslan Kerimbaev, Sergazy Nurabaev, Olga Chervyakova, Nurlan Kozhabergenov, Lesbek B. Kutumbetov

“…The variations C241T, F106F, P314L, and D614G found in the 5′ UTR, <i>ORF1ab</i>, and <i>S</i> regions were common to all three studied samples, respectively. According to PROVEAN data, the loss-of-function mutations identified in strains KAZ/Britain/2021, KAZ/B1.1/2021, and KAZ/Delta020/2021 include 5 mutations (P218L, T716I, W149L, R52I, and Y73C), 2 mutations (S813I and Q992H), and 8 mutations (P77L, L452R, I82T, P45L, V82A, F120L, F120L, and R203M), respectively. …”
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A theory-based analysis of the implementation of online asynchronous telemedicine platforms into primary care practices using Normalisation Process Theory by Cara Leighton, Natalie Joseph-Williams, Annavittoria Porter, Adrian Edwards, Alison Cooper

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Analysis of Drug and Health Resource Use Before and After COVID-19 Lockdown in a Population Undergoing Treatment for Depression or Anxiety by Ana Lear-Claveras, Ana Clavería, Ana Clavería, Ana Clavería, Sabela Couso-Viana, Sabela Couso-Viana, Patrice Nabbe, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez

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Prediction of Milk Yield and Lactation Curve of Dairy Cows: A Comparative Analysis of Three Mathematical Models in Tropical Smallholder Dairy Farm by Aswah Ridhowi, Trianti Djoharjani, Sucik Maylinda

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Expression Analysis of the ABF Gene Family in <i>Actinidia chinensis</i> Under Drought Stress and the Response Mechanism to Abscisic Acid by Haoyu Wang, Yinqiang Zi, Xu Rong, Qian Zhang, Lili Nie, Jie Wang, Hailin Ren, Hanyao Zhang, Xiaozhen Liu

“…Eleven <i>AcABF</i> genes were distributed on nine chromosomes and clustered into three subfamilies with <i>Arabidopsis AtABF</i> genes, <i>AcABF2</i>, <i>AcABF3</i>, <i>AcABF8</i>, <i>AcABF9</i>, and <i>AcABF10</i>, which have drought resistance functions, and <i>AtABF1</i>, <i>AtABF2</i>, <i>AtABF3</i>, and <i>AtABF4</i> were clustered in Group I. …”
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Genome-Wide Identification and Expression Analysis of <i>NAC</i> Gene Family Members in Seashore Paspalum Under Salt Stress by Xuanyang Wu, Xiaochen Hu, Qinyan Bao, Qi Sun, Pan Yu, Junxiang Qi, Zixuan Zhang, Chunrong Luo, Yuzhu Wang, Wenjie Lu, Xueli Wu

“…The qRT-PCR results demonstrated that the expression levels of the selected genes were consistent with the FPKM value trends observed in the RNA-seq data. This study established a theoretical basis for understanding the molecular functions and regulatory mechanisms of the <i>NAC</i> gene family in seashore paspalum under salt stress.…”
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Quantifying the mixed uncertainty for calculating slope from a gridded digital elevation model by Jinlu Zhang, Yi Cheng, Wen Ge, Shuxue Li, Qiang He, Tong Zhang

“…Digital terrain analysis (DTA) using digital elevation models is influenced by two main uncertainties: propagated elevation uncertainty (PEU) from data and truncation error (TE) from the modeling process. …”
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Transcriptomic and proteomic analysis reveals wall-associated and glucan-degrading proteins with potential roles in Phytophthora infestans sexual spore development. by Xiaofan Niu, Audrey M V Ah-Fong, Lilianna A Lopez, Howard S Judelson

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Modelling analysis of dietary behaviors and oral health status to assess the impact on the mental well-being of elderly individuals: a cross-sectional survey study by Chan Huang, Mingzhu Song, Xiao Wei, Xingyan Wang, Honglin Dai, Zhiqiong Gou, Feiyang Chenwu, Yanqiu Jiang, Jie Wan, Yurun Guo, Xiaoping Yu

“…Participants scoring above 0 were categorized into the anxiety-prone group. Cognitive function was assessed through seven items, with higher scores suggestive of a propensity toward dementia. …”
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Analysis of Th17 and Tc17 Frequencies and Antiviral Defenses in Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue of Chronic HIV-1 Positive Patients by Gabriella d’Ettorre, Giancarlo Ceccarelli, Mauro Andreotti, Carla Selvaggi, Noemi Giustini, Sara Serafino, Ivan Schietroma, Giuseppe Nunnari, Guido Antonelli, Vincenzo Vullo, Carolina Scagnolari

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Structure-based mutational analysis of eIF4E in relation to sbm1 resistance to pea seed-borne mosaic virus in pea. by Jamie A Ashby, Clare E M Stevenson, Gavin E Jarvis, David M Lawson, Andrew J Maule

“…<h4>Methodology/principal findings</h4>To study structure-function relationships between pea eIF4E and PSbMV VPg, we obtained an X-ray structure for eIF4E(S) bound to m(7)GTP. …”
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