Astragaloside IV attenuates podocyte apoptosis via regulating TXNIP/NLRP3/GSDMD signaling pathway in diabetic nephropathy by Zhibo Hu, Yu Zhou, Cailing Gao, Junfen Liu, Congqing Pan, Jun Guo

“…One essential method of the inflammatory response's programmed cell death is anthrax. One of the main causes of diabetic renal disease progression in a high-glycemic environment is the lysis of renal resident cells. …”
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Implementing innovative technology promoting self-awareness of brain health and self-determination in obtaining a timely dementia diagnosis: protocol for a multimethods, concurrent... by Sharon L Naismith, Helen Macpherson, Bernice Redley, Alison M Hutchinson, Lidia Engel, Liliana Orellana, Loren Mowszowski, Tanita Botha, Tracey K Bucknall, Rajesh Vasa, Kon Mouzakis, Eva Yuen, Tanya Petrovich, Terence W H Chong, Kelly Burns, Stephanie Daly, Justine Lomas, Jessica Rivera Villicana, Andrew Vouliotis

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Percepção dos treinadores do Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) sobre o desenvolvimento dos atletas brasileiros (Perception of coaches of the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) about the developm... by Cleiton Pereira Reis, Varley Teoldo da Costa, Fernando de Azevedo Alves Pereira, Elton César dos Santos, Dilson Borges Ribeiro Junior, Luciana Thomazini de Araujo, Roberto Rodrigues Paes

“…The coaches highlighted the inefficiency of schools in developing the motor coordination of students, and the precarious physical structure for the practice of basketball. The interviewees noted that in the absence of public spaces for practicing sports and in the absence of a national program that democratize the sports is a serious problem that need to be faced. …”
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Anthracite nanoporous carbons obtained by nitric acid intercalation followed by alkaline activation by V. O. Kucherenko, Yu. V. Tamarkina, V. O. Sabierova, M. M. Nechitaylov

“… The aim of the work is to determine the effect of nitric acid intercalation of anthracite on the porous structure and adsorption properties of activated carbons (ACs) obtained by alkaline activation. …”
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Optimization study of dynamic emergency feeder bus paths with the sudden interruption of urban railway traffic by Dejie Xu, Huilin Geng, Changwu Hui, Liang Gong, Hang Yuan, Qian Liu

“…A Back Propagation (BP) neural network estimates the emergency demand at each affected station, using historical and structural factors. These estimates are integrated into the hybrid optimization process, improving routing efficiency. …”
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Overcoming beta-lactam resistance in Pseudomonas aeruginosa by targeting metallo-beta-lactamase VIM-1: a one-microsecond molecular dynamics simulation study by Mohammed Salleh M. Ardawi, Samar A. Badreddine, Muhammad Yasir, Muhammad Yasir, Aiah M. Khateb, Aiah M. Khateb, Safaa A. Turkistani, Ahmed Afandi, Samah O. Noor, Adhari Alselmi, Adhari Alselmi, Vivek Dhar Dwivedi, Vivek Dhar Dwivedi, Esam I. Azhar, Esam I. Azhar

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Systemic biological mechanisms underpin poor post-discharge growth among severely wasted children with HIV by Evans O. Mudibo, Jasper Bogaert, Caroline Tigoi, Moses M. Ngari, Benson O. Singa, Christina L. Lancioni, Abdoulaye Hama Diallo, Emmie Mbale, Ezekiel Mupere, John Mukisa, Johnstone Thitiri, Molline Timbwa, Elisha Omer, Narshion Ngao, Robert Musyimi, Eunice Kahindi, Roseline Maïmouna Bamouni, Robert H. J. Bandsma, Paul Kelly, Andrew J. Prendergast, Christine J. McGrath, Kirkby D. Tickell, Judd L. Walson, James A. Berkley, James M. Njunge, Gerard Bryan Gonzales

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Sagittal Spinal Alignment in Children and Adolescents: Associations with Age, Weight Status, and Sports Participation by Giada Annarumma, Fiore Mazza, Alessandro Ambrosi, Erica Keeling, Fredrick Fernando, Felice Sirico, Rossana Gnasso, Andrea Demeco, Marco Vecchiato, Maria Letizia Motti, Alessandro Biffi, Stefano Palermi

“…Poor posture is a common musculoskeletal concern in children and adolescents and may lead to spinal discomfort and long-term structural issues. While excess weight has been linked to altered sagittal alignment, the impact of sports participation on spinal posture remains unclear. …”
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Evaluating the long-term impact of a distance learning course on attitudes, skills, practices, and knowledge in gender-affirming healthcare among healthcare professionals in Italy by Matteo Marconi, Ughetta Maria Favazzi, Pietro Carbone, Debora Guerrera, Angela Ruocco, Martina Manoli, Martina Manoli, Cristiana Barbati, Francesca Molinaro, Federica Maria Regini, Andrea Vittozzi, Alfonso Mazzaccara, Marina Pierdominici

“…The findings underscore the need for structural support and integrated reinforcement to embed gender-affirming care into routine practice.…”
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Centering equity, diversity, and inclusion in youth digital mental health: findings from a research, policy, and practice knowledge exchange workshop by Medard Adu, Bilikis Banire, Bilikis Banire, Mya Dockrill, Alzena Ilie, Elizabeth Lappin, Patrick McGrath, Patrick McGrath, Samantha Munro, Kady Myers, Gloria Obuobi-Donkor, Rita Orji, Rebecca Pillai Riddell, Lori Wozney, Lori Wozney, Lori Wozney, Victor Yisa

“…Transdisciplinary and intersectional knowledge exchange is greatly needed to address structural barriers to digital mental health engagement, develop and evaluate interventions with historically underserved communities, and ultimately promote more accessible, useful, and equitable care.MethodsTo that end, the Digital, Inclusive, Virtual, and Equitable Research Training in Mental Health Platform (DIVERT), the Maritime Strategy for Patient Oriented Research (SPOR) SUPPORT (Support for People and Patient-Oriented Research and Trials) Unit and IWK Mental Health Program invited researchers, policymakers, interprofessional mental health practitioners, trainees, computer scientists, health system administrators, community leaders and youth advocates to participate in a knowledge exchange workshop. …”
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Sociodemographic factors associated with trajectories of depression among urban refugee youth in Kampala, Uganda: A longitudinal cohort study by Zerihun Admassu, Sikky Shiqi Chen, Carmen H. Logie, Moses Okumu, Frannie MacKenzie, Robert Hakiza, Daniel Kibuuka Musoke, Brenda Katisi, Aidah Nakitende, Peter Kyambadde, Lawrence Mbuagbaw

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Techno-Functional, Rheological, and Physico-Chemical Properties of Gelatin Capsule By-Product for Future Functional Food Ingredients by Sasina Sanprasert, Pudthaya Kumnerdsiri, Anusorn Seubsai, Piyangkun Lueangjaroenkit, Jaksuma Pongsetkul, Sylvia Indriani, Tanyamon Petcharat, Samart Sai-ut, Kanrawee Hunsakul, Utthapon Issara, Subhash V. Pawde, Saroat Rawdkuen, Thomas Karbowiak, Young Hoon Jung, Passakorn Kingwascharapong

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For-profit growth and academic decline: a retrospective nationwide assessment of Brazilian medical schools by Bruno B. Andrade, Bruno B. Andrade, Klauss Villalva-Serra, Klauss Villalva-Serra, Rodrigo C. Menezes, Rodrigo C. Menezes, Luiz F. Quintanilha, Katia de Miranda Avena, Katia de Miranda Avena

“…These patterns suggest a structural misalignment between the commercial logic of expansion and the core educational mission of medical training. …”
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Composition and Diversity Variation of Avifauna, along Different Vegetative Habitat Types in a Human-Modified Area, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka by B. K. A. Bellanthudawa, N. M. S. K. Nawalage, S. Subanky, P. A. B. G. Panagoda, H. W. G. A. S. Weerasinghe, L. K. D. N. Tharaka, H. M. A. K. Handapangoda, H. K. A. D. Silva, D. M. S. N. Dissanayake, M. S. J. Abeywickrama

“…Awareness and monitoring programs are recommended for sustainable conservation of bird species in Kelaniya.…”
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Integrated metabolome and transcriptome analysis reveals key genes and pathways associated with egg yolk percentage in chicken by Wen Li, Yuxing Luo, Shoujia Zhu, Mengyuan Wang, Xuli Zhao, Zhonghua Ning

“…Such insights may advance future strategies to improve egg quality and productivity in poultry breeding programs.…”
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Magnitude and determinants of intimate partner controlling behavior among women in sub-Saharan African countries from the recent demographic and health survey data: a multilevel an... by Fantahun Andualem, Girum Nakie, Gidey Rtbey, Mamaru Melkam, Techilo Tinsae, Getasew Kibralew, Berihun Agegn Mengistie, Gebresilassie Tadesse, Getachew Muluye Gedef, Setegn Fentahun

“…These associations underscore the importance of promoting women’s autonomy and addressing structural gender inequalities. Programs and policies aimed at enhancing women’s access to education, economic resources, and information may contribute to reducing IPCB. …”
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Strengthening Family Bonds: A Systematic Review of Factors and Interventions That Enhance Family Cohesion by Nicolette V. Roman, Tolulope V. Balogun, Letitia Butler-Kruger, Solomon D. Danga, Janine Therese de Lange, Anja Human-Hendricks, Fundiswa Thelma Khaile, Kezia R. October, Olaniyi J. Olabiyi

“…Intervention strategies are reviewed separately following the synthesis of correlations, with attention to their effectiveness, cultural relevance, and contextual adaptability. Community-based programs, trauma-informed therapies, and parenting interventions emerge as key approaches, though their success has varied by regional and structural context. …”
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Pediatric to adult healthcare transitioning for adolescents living with HIV in Nigeria: A national survey. by Okikiolu A Badejo, William N A Menson, Nadia A Sam-Agudu, Jennifer Pharr, Salome Erekaha, Tamara Bruno, Gift Nwanne, Olabanjo Ogunsola, Jude Ilozumba, Olusegun Busari, Echezona E Ezeanolue

“…Comprehensive HIV treatment facilities with ≥1 year of HIV service provision and ≥20 ALHIVs enrolled were selected. A structured questionnaire assessed availability of treatment, care and transition services for ALHIV. …”
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Antifungal Activity of Selected Naphthoquinones and Their Synergistic Combination with Amphotericin B Against <i>Cryptococcus neoformans</i> H99 by Naira Sulany Oliveira de Sousa, Juan Diego Ribeiro de Almeida, Linnek Silva da Rocha, Izabela de Mesquita Bárcia Moreira, Flávia da Silva Fernandes, Ani Beatriz Jackisch Matsuura, Kátia Santana Cruz, Emersom Silva Lima, Érica Simplício de Souza, Hagen Frickmann, João Vicente Braga de Souza

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Coverage of HPV Vaccination and Influencing Factors Among Female College Students in Northern China by Li Yang, Chen Xing, Xue Yu, Yanrui Xu, Weibing Wang, Caiyun Chang, Qingbin Lu

“…Notably, increased knowledge was associated with vaccine hesitancy in the WTG group (<i>OR</i> = 0.45, <i>p</i> < 0.001), indicating that information overload may adversely affect decision-making processes. Structural barriers, such as cost (42.63%), safety concerns (46.59%), and misconceptions (e.g., 57.76% cited “no sexual activity” as a reason for refusal), significantly impeded vaccine uptake. …”
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