Acute kidney injury in patients with idiopathic membranous nephropathy: influencing factors and prognosis by Zhenzhou Li, Mengjie Weng, Lizhao Lin, Yi Chen, Jiaqun Lin, Jiong Cui, Dewen Jiang, Binbin Fu, Guifen Li, Caiming Chen, Yanfang Xu, Jianxin Wan

“…Binary logistic regression and Kaplan–Meier’s analysis were used for statistical analysis.Results During follow-up, 46 (24.6%) patients developed AKI. …”
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A Linear Decomposition Method to Analyze and Study Pulsar Mode Changes by Longfei Hao, Zhixuan Li, Faxin Shen, Yonghua Xu, Yuxiang Huang, Kejia Lee, Qingzheng Yu, Hongguang Wang

“…We use a simulated data set and data from the Kunming 40 m radio telescope to demonstrate the application of the LDM. …”
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Vocal brain development in infants of mothers with serious mental illness (CAPRI-Voc): study protocol by Kathryn M Abel, Chen Zhao, Rebecca Elliott, Matthias Pierce, Holly Hope, Lucy Stibbs-Eaton, Catherine Hodgson, Adekeye Kolade, Jennifer Crowell, Jessica Gemignani, Alya Elmadih, Darragh Downey

“…Both cohorts of infants will undergo functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) brain imaging at three time points: 9, 12 and 18 months to explore differences between cohorts in their neural responses to vocal stimuli in our language paradigm. …”
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Zinc oxide-nanoparticle impregnated poultry droppings activated carbon for model oil desulfurization: Experimental investigation and regression modelling with uncertainty quantific... by Kazeem K. Salam, Idayat A. Olowonyo, Kehinde A. Babatunde, Monsuru O. Dauda, Dauda O. Araromi, Mujidat O. Aremu, Opeoluwa D. Sole-Adeoye, Temitope O. Adesina

“…The desulfurization equilibrium data fitted the Freundlich isotherm, the Pseudo-Second-Order (PSO) kinetic model and, thermodynamic analysis indicated that DBT removal process was spontaneous and endothermic, with entropy (ΔS) and enthalpy (ΔH) changes of 140.12 J/mol·K and 40.25 kJ/mol for PDAC, and 110.49 J/mol·K and 30.01 kJ/mol for PDAC-ZnO-NPs respectively. …”
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PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL FEATURES OF TEACHING MEDICAL AND BIOLOGICAL PHYSICS by Fediv Volodymyr, Olar Оlena, Biriukova Tetiana

“…Research methods used are pedagogical observation and conversations as a form of empirical research, as well as analysis of scientific psychological and pedagogical sources, own pedagogical experience and analysis of empirical data as a form of theoretical research The teacher’s task is to identify in time the special abilities of students and help them to determine their development vector in borders of a specific course, to master professional competences and see a whole picture of the field of knowledge. …”
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Prognostic nomogram for heat stroke patients based on rapidly accessible clinical indicators by Tianshan Zhang, Bojie Xiao, Guo Tang, Tao Cheng, Hongguang Gao, Ping Zhang, Rong Yao

“…Clinical parameters including demographic data, initial vital signs, and major organ function biomarkers were systematically collected. …”
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Microglial TLR4-Lyn kinase is a critical regulator of neuroinflammation, Aβ phagocytosis, neuronal damage, and cell survival in Alzheimer’s disease by Rezwanul Islam, Hadi Hasan Choudhary, Feng Zhang, Hritik Mehta, Jun Yoshida, Ajith J. Thomas, Khalid Hanafy

“…Lyn is a novel, non-canonical, intracellular adaptor with diverse roles in cell-specific signaling which directly binds to TLR4 to modify its function. Lyn can be activated in response to TLR4 stimulation, leading to phosphorylation of various substrates and modulation of inflammatory and phagocytosis signaling pathways. …”
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Preparation of Nutmeg Gel and Evaluation of its Efficacy as Local Drug Delivery in Stage II Grade A Periodontitis Patients: A Prospective Interventional Study by Vazeeha Afrin Syed, AS Pavithra, Arvina Rajasekar, Rajeshkumar Shanmugam

“…This process leads to the loss of tissue structure and function. Nutmeg has been found to consist of a number of chemical components that have been linked to antioxidant, health promoting, and disease-prevention activity. …”
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When and Why Adults Abandon Lifestyle Behavior and Mental Health Mobile Apps: Scoping Review by Patrick G Kidman, Rachel G Curtis, Amanda Watson, Carol A Maher

“…The included studies’ risk of bias was appraised based on the STROBE (Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology) and COREQ (Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research) checklists. To enable data synthesis across different methodologies, app domains, demographic data, and outcome measures were categorized. …”
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Abstract 157: Evaluating the Impact of Pre‐Procedural CTA on Fluoroscopy Time and Conversion Rates by Zachary Lodato, Ivo Bach, Humza Haque, Elan Meltzer, Priyank Khandelwal

“…Methods A retrospective chart review was conducted at a single center to collect data for this study. A total of 93 participants who received DSA were evaluated. …”
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Personalized Support in Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer After Genetic Counseling by the Chatbot-Based GENIE Mobile App: Proof-of-Concept Wizard of Oz Study by Dominik Wolff, Thomas Kupka, Chiara Reichert, Nils Ammon, Steffen Oeltze-Jafra, Beate Vajen

“…ResultsThe analysis of the interview and questionnaire data indicated high usability for GENIE, with a mean System Usability Score of 75.33 (SD 4.13). …”
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Transcription factor networks and novel immune biomarkers reveal key prognostic and therapeutic insights in ovarian cancer by Aiqin Zhao, Sufang Zhou, Xiaoyi Yang, Haiying Lu, Dan Zou, Xuan Zhang, Li Liu

“…Nonetheless, predicting transcription factor (TF) regulation from the TME using single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) data is challenging. Methods The OC scRNA-seq data were analyzed with a specialized scRNA-seq transcriptome analysis application. …”
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Nuanced differences in adenylate cyclase toxin production, acylation, and secretion may contribute to the evolution of virulence in Bordetella species by Alexa R. Wolber, Liliana S. McKay, Katlyn B. Mote, Richard M. Johnson, Carol S. Inatsuka, Peggy A. Cotter

“…These data indicate a role for both acylated and non-acylated ACT during infection. …”
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The metabolomic approach to the complex biochemical characteristics of cole <i>Brassica oleracea</i> L. by Alla E. Solovyeva, Tatiana V. Shelenga, Anna M. Artemyeva

“…. – in the process of evolution and domestication was divided into three clusters: leafy cabbage, headed cabbage and broccoli (cauliflower). According to modern data, cabbage originated in culture from the large-leaved forms of leafy cabbage. …”
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Rapid method for identification of transgenic fish zygosity by . Alimuddin, G. Yoshizaki, O. Carman

“… Identification of zygosity in transgenik fish is normally achieved by PCR analysis with genomic DNA template extracted from the tissue of progenies which are derived by mating the transgenic fish and wild-type counterpart.  …”
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The association of illness perception and related factors with treatment adherence among chronic hemodialysis patients with cardio-renal syndrome in Yemen by Adel Omar Laradhi, Adel Omar Laradhi, Yan Shan, Abdulaziz Mansoor Al Raimi, Nahed Ahmed Hussien, Eman Ragab, Mikiyas Amare Getu, Galal Al-Bani, Mohamed Elsayed Allawy

“…Three self-administered questionnaires were used to collect the data. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 23.0 with a significance level set at p &lt; 0.05.ResultsIn total, 100 patients answered all questions with a total response rate of 100%. …”
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Association between triglyceride-glucose index and activities of daily living disability among middle-aged and older patients with arthritis: longitudinal evidence from CHARLS by Liang Ma, Yu-long Mu, Zhuo-ming Liu, Shu-wei Jiang, De-qiang Li

“…These findings provide mechanistic support for the “metabolic-joint axis” hypothesis and suggest that metabolic monitoring might facilitate identification of individuals with elevated risk profiles of functional decline. The TyG index may serve as an economical risk assessment tool in primary care settings.…”
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Digital Health Literacy in Adults With Low Reading and Writing Skills Living in Germany: Mixed Methods Study by Saskia Muellmann, Rebekka Wiersing, Hajo Zeeb, Tilman Brand

“…Qualitative content analysis was applied to analyze the focus group data and the written documentation of the stakeholder workshop. …”
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Fe₃O₄/SiO₂ Nanocomposite Derived from Coal Fly Ash and Acid Mine Drainage for the Adsorptive Removal of Diclofenac in Wastewater by Dance Mabu, Ngwako Joseas Waleng, Tshimangadzo S. Munonde, Azile Nqombolo, Philiswa Nosizo Nomngongo

“…In this study, an Fe₃O₄/SiO₂ nanocomposite prepared from acid mine drainage and coal fly ash was applied for the removal of DCF from wastewater. Major functional groups (Si–O–Si and Fe–O) were discovered from FTIR. …”
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Health-related quality of life and associated factors among individuals with heart failure attending public hospitals in Nekemte town, Western Oromia, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional s... by Kidane Dinku Motuma, Firaol Regea Gelesa, Matiyos Lema, Dereje Chala Diriba

“…Health-related quality of life was assessed using the Minnesota Living with Heart Failure Questionnaires standard tool. Data was coded and entered using Epi-Data version 4.6 and exported to SPSS software version 26 for cleaning and analysis. …”
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