Genome-wide comparative analysis of variability and population structure between autochthonous Turkish chicken breeds and commercial hybrid lines by Eymen Demir, Bahar Argun Karsli, Demir Özdemir, Umit Bilginer, Huriye Doğru, Sarp Kaya, Veli Atmaca, Nimet Tufan, Ebru Demir, Taki Karsli

“…Moreover, this study demonstrates the efficacy of ddRADseq in generating high-throughput genotypic data, providing a cost-effective framework for genomic diversity and population structure studies in indigenous chicken breeds.…”
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Dynamics of Structural and Functional Changes of Patients with Dry Form Age-related Macular Degeneration after Double Filtration Plasmapheresis by A. A. Volozhev, A. N. Kulikov, A. N. Belskih, D. S. Maltsev, S. E. Bednova, E. N. Nikolaenko

“…Thus, using of extracorporeal rheoaferesis with dAMD patients is pathogenetically well-reasoned, but in the available literature, a correct analysis of the effectiveness and safety of double filtration plasmapheresis in patients with intermediate stage of dAMD is presented poorly.Objective. To study along with data of OCT, OCT angiography, visometry, microperimetry and electroretinography structural and functional changes in the macular zone in patients with a dry form of age-related macular degeneration after the using of double filtration plasmapheresis.Patients and methods. …”
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Longitudinal study of adolescent stress, critical consciousness and resilience trajectories in the context of structural racism: the RISE Baltimore study protocol by Renee M Johnson, Rashelle Musci, Dylan Jackson, Laura K Clary, Tamar Mendelson, Lindsey Webb, Monica Guerrero Vazquez, Joni Holifield, Delida Sanchez, Matt Jans, Roderick Watts

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Structural changes in endocrine pancreas of male Wistar rats due to chronic cola drink consumption. Role of PDX-1. by Gabriel Cao, Julián González, Juan P Ortiz Fragola, Angélica Muller, Mariano Tumarkin, Marisa Moriondo, Francisco Azzato, Manuel Vazquez Blanco, José Milei

“…<h4>Aim</h4>The objective of this work was to analyze the structural changes of the pancreatic islets in rats, after 6 month consuming regular and light cola for 6 months. …”
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An alteration in the expression of cell wall structural proteins increases cell surface exposure of adhesins to promote virulence in Candida glabrata by Yaling Zhang, Shengwei Gong, Kang Xiong, Xiangtai Yu, Xinreng Mo, Chang Su, Yang Lu

“…Deletion of all six Srp1/Tip1-family genes that are upregulated during infection decreases the amount of cell wall-localized Epa1, probably reflecting the reduced adherence to epithelial cells and attenuated virulence in the sextuple mutant. These data suggest that alterations in the expression of Srp1/Tip1-family structural proteins trigger cell wall remodeling that increases the cell surface exposure of adhesins, such as Epa1, to promote virulence. …”
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Impact Mechanisms of Different Ecological Forest Restoration Modes on Soil Microbial Diversity and Community Structure in Loess Hilly Areas by Gang Chen, Jinjun Cai, Weiqian Li, Yitong Liu, Yan Wu, Tongtong Wang

“…This is attributed to the fact that the mode can improve soil structure, retain soil moisture, enhance soil enzyme activity, optimize soil microbial community structure, and improve microbial diversity and functional gene activity. …”
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Structure-dependent degradation of milk oligosaccharides by newly isolated intestinal commensal bacterial strains from suckling piglets and rabbits by Mathilde Rumeau, Sead Chadi, Frederic Pepke, Martin Beaumont, Cláudia M. Vicente, Agathe Juppeau, Céline Vandecasteele, Laurent Cauquil, Géraldine Pascal, Philippe Langella, Christelle Knudsen, Sylvie Combes, Rebeca Martín

“…The ability of bacteria to use these complex sugars depends on their structure, but data are limited to bacteria isolated from newborn humans. …”
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Association between brain structure and fine motor function: findings from the population-based Rhineland StudyResearch in context by Xingwang Yang, Weiyi Zeng, Santiago Estrada, Monique M.B. Breteler, N. Ahmad Aziz

“…We aimed to investigate whether decreased fine motor function is reflected in age- and sex-associated changes in brain structure across the adult lifespan in a large community dwelling cohort study. …”
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Exploring the dynamics of stroke survivors’ care dependency, fatigue, and coping strategy in their caregivers: a structural equation modeling analysis by Jinyao Wang, Shuangyan Tu, Jun Cui, Rong Yang, Yan Jiang, Lihong Zhao

“…Structural equation modeling was applied to test the hypothetical model. …”
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Efficacy and brain modulation mechanisms of acupuncture for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome revealed by structural MRI changes by Zhen Wang, Jinmei Wu, Cong Deng, Yongbo Hu, Songshan Shi, Shaowei Liu, Xinfei Huang, Jianhuai Chen

“…IntroductionChronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) has been considered to be associated with abnormal brain function and structure. Acupuncture is a promising therapy for CP/CPPS, however, the underlying brain modulation mechanisms of acupuncture for CP/CPPS are still unclear.MethodsA total of 25 CP/CPPS patients and 25 matched-healthy controls (HCs) were enrolled. …”
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Application Effectiveness of a Pre-Analytical Quality Management Pathway Based on the Structure&ndash;Process&ndash;Outcome Model by Cui L, Li W, Li Y, Feng X, Wang Y, Gao P

“…This approach may serve as a reference for other institutions aiming to enhance pre-analytical quality management.Keywords: structure–process–outcome model, pre-analytical quality, management pathway, before-and-after study…”
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Microstructure & Mechanical Properties Evaluation of Al6082 /AlSi10Mg Composite for Light Weight Structural Applications by Burlakanti Subramanyam, Pitchaipillai Periyasamy

“…The main objective of this research work is to provide lightweight and high-strength materials for structural engineering applications. In general, the mechanical properties of pure Al6082 components are less as compared to the AlSi10Mg components. …”
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The Structural Evolution and Driving Mechanism of Intercity Technology Transfer Networks in the Middle Reaches of the Yangtze River: Evidence from TERGM by Zhang Wenbei, Lyu Yifan, Dai Liang, Zheng Huibin, Zou Si

“…Based on the application of network analysis methods and temporal exponential random graph models, the structural evolution and driving mechanism of intercity technology transfer in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River were quantitatively analyzed. …”
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The Diurnal Cooling Effect of Green Space Structure on the Summer Urban Thermal Environment From a High-Resolution Perspective by Shihao Wang, Chaoyang Sun, Lin Huang, Huading Shi, Xinliang Xu, Dongrui Han, Qingbao Gu, Hanbing Liu

“…However, at a fine scale, the cooling capacity of UGs with different structures and the diurnal variation still require in-depth study. …”
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No sex differences in the association between regional brain structure abnormalities and cognitive functioning in a geriatric memory clinic population by A. Lamé, E.G. Thomas, S.A.J. van de Schraaf, C. Groot, C.H. Sudre, F. Barkhof, M. Muller, R. Ossenkoppele, H.F.M. Rhodius-Meester

“…Future studies should focus on exploring the relationship between sex and gender on brain structure and cognitive functioning beyond this binary model, by including more data on social context, more diverse populations and using intersectional approaches.…”
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Linked alterations in structure and autoimmunity biomarkers in remote mild-to-moderate TBI: A multi-modal brain imaging study by Abigail B. Waters, Samantha H. Penhale, Shoumi Sarkar, Somnath Datta, Damon G. Lamb, Claudia Robertson, Richard Rubenstein, Amy K. Wagner, Firas Kobeissy, Kevin Wang, John B. Williamson

“…Methods: Sixty Veterans and non-Veterans with mmTBI completed cognitive testing (WAIS-IV), MRI, and blood collection for blood-based CNS biomarker assessment for cross-sectional comparison. A data fusion technique (Linked Independent Component Analysis [LICA]) was used to simultaneously model structural variability across T1-weighted and diffusion-weighted MRI modalities. …”
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Abdominal synthetic CT generation for MR-only radiotherapy using structure-conserving loss and transformer-based cycle-GAN by Chanwoong Lee, Chanwoong Lee, Young Hun Yoon, Young Hun Yoon, Young Hun Yoon, Jiwon Sung, Jun Won Kim, Yeona Cho, Jihun Kim, Jaehee Chun, Jin Sung Kim, Jin Sung Kim, Jin Sung Kim

“…This study showed the improvement of sCT using transformer and structure preserving loss even with the complex anatomy of the abdomen.…”
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Reforestation Initiatives in the Lubumbashi Charcoal Production Basin (DR Congo): Plant Diversity Selection, Management Practices, and Ecosystems Structure by Dieu-donné N’tambwe Nghonda, Héritier Khoji Muteya, Gracia Kalenga Mupanda, François Duse Dukuku, Nathan Kasanda Mukendi, Bienvenu Esoma Okothomas, Médard Mpanda Mukenza, Sylvestre Cabala Kaleba, François Malaisse, Wilfried Masengo Kalenga, Jan Bogaert, Yannick Useni Sikuzani

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THE EFFECT OF COMPANY GROWTH, CAPITAL STRUCTURE, GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE MECHANISM, ON FIRM VALUE WITH EARNINGS MANAGEMENT AS AN INTERVENING VARIABLE by Muhammad Ali Nawawi

“…Furthermore included in this assessment will be firm development, capital structure, and good corporate governance. Design: Using intentional sampling, this paper employs partial least squares (PLS) data analysis and hypothesis testing. …”
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The potential impact of policies and structural interventions in reducing cardiovascular disease and mortality: a systematic review of simulation-based studies by Olalekan A Uthman, Rachel Court, Seun Anjorin, Jodie Enderby, Lena Al-Khudairy, Chidozie Nduka, Hema Mistry, G J Melendez-Torres, Sian Taylor-Phillips, Aileen Clarke

“…Background The aim of the study was to investigate the potential effect of different structural interventions for preventing cardiovascular disease. …”
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