A Scoping Review of Preferences of Men Who Experienced Sexual Assault: Implications for Adaptation of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapies by Lydia Gamache, Laurence Dubé, Geneviève Belleville

“…., clinician’s gender) and the type of intervention (e.g., action-oriented). Most studies reviewed barriers to help-seeking. …”
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Bupropion Mediated Effects on Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Smoking Cessation by Austin Clark, Brendan Tate, Bretton Urban, Ryan Schroeder, Sonja Gennuso, Shahab Ahmadzadeh, David McGregor, Brook Girma, Sahar Shekoohi, Alan D. Kaye

“…This investigation reviews the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic effects of bupropion and its mechanisms of action and interactions with other drugs. We evaluated the efficacy of major on and off-label uses of bupropion, focusing on the indications, benefits, and adverse effects. …”
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The role of the Muslim Student Association at a South African university campus in promoting a sense of belonging, community service and a student-centred environment by Naadhira Seedat, Rishen Roopchund

“…The Gibbs reflective model is used to capture the authors’ reflections on the MSA and propose an action research plan to maintain and improve the MSA’s initiatives.…”
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A literature review on transformative impacts of blockchain technology on manufacturing management and industrial engineering practices by Dharmendra Hariyani, Poonam Hariyani, Sanjeev Mishra, Milind Kumar Sharma

“…., bridging operational gaps and fostering strategic alignment while providing actionable insights for practitioners to leverage its benefits across diverse industrial applications. …”
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Tailoring bus rapid transit to the complex realities of African Cities: Critical issues and public policy planning approaches by Emmanuel Theodore Asimeng, Franco Jauregui-Fung

“…Grounded in a comprehensive review of three BRT case studies and public policy frameworks, this paper offers actionable recommendations to strengthen BRT as a viable solution to urban transport challenges in African cities. …”
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The p85 Regulatory Subunit of PI3K Mediates cAMP-PKA and Insulin Biological Effects on MCF-7 Cell Growth and Motility by E. Di Zazzo, A. Feola, C. Zuchegna, A. Romano, C. F. Donini, S. Bartollino, C. Costagliola, R. Frunzio, P. Laccetti, M. Di Domenico, A. Porcellini

“…Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K) is necessary for insulin action. In epithelial cells, which do not express GLUT4 and gluconeogenic enzymes, insulin-mediated PI3K activation regulates cell survival, growth, and motility. …”
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Eco-friendly synthesis of chitosan NPs from Fioria vitifolia (L.) L: Potential to antibacterial, antioxidant, cytotoxicity properties of HepG2 cells and their evaluation of safety... by Mohamed Imath, Chinnasamy Ragavendran, Chinnaperumal Kamaraj, Ramalingam Karthik Raja, Gholamreza abdi

“…Crystal violet was used to observe the growth of biofilms in the presence of different CNPs concentrations in order to quantify the antibiofilm action of CNPs. Also, Antioxidant assay reveals 74 % of DPPH scavenging activities at 100 μg/mL concentration. …”
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The Impact of Anti-Diabetics on Platelets Function and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review by Muthanna Zaki, Mohammed Abed, Fawaz Alassaf

“…In addition, advances in understanding the action of some anti-diabetics have demonstrated probable effects of these agents on platelet function and thrombotic state in T2DM. …”
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Exploring social capital for family caregivers of patients with chronic organ failure: study protocol for a concept mapping study by Kai Chow Choi, Carmen Wing Han Chan, Marques Shek Nam Ng, Winnie Kwok Wei So, Wallace Chi Ho Chan, Helen Yue Lai Chan

“…In Phase III, the concept map will be used to formulate action plans. The findings will be presented to the public to produce recommendations for social policy.Ethics and dissemination This study was approved by The Chinese University of Hong Kong Survey and Behavioural Research Ethics Committee (Reference No.: SBRE-20-714). …”
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Migrated intra-uterine device to infra-umbilical skin: a rare case report by Nigat Amsalu Addis, Yared Alem Sibhat, Yohannis Derbew Molla, Wasihun Nigdu Mengestu, Abebe Sinknew Seid, Michael Argaw Damite, Misganaw Abere Worku

“…Abstract Introduction IUDs are effective, reversible and safe methods of contraception. The mechanism of action of IUDs as a group is inducing endometrial atrophy, apoptosis, altering tubal motility; preventing sperm permeability, fertilization, and implantation. …”
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Optimized preparation of dithiocarboxylated polyethyleneimine-polyacrylamide and its Cu(Ⅱ) removal performance and mechanism by SANG Fangjuan, WANG Gang, WANG Xue, YANG Xiaomin

“…The mechanism of DT(PEI-PAM) for Cu(Ⅱ) removal was mainly oxidation reduction and chelation precipitation, and the flocculation mechanism was mainly adsorption bridging and net sweep action.…”
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Disulfidptosis-related lncRNA signature to assess the immune microenvironment and drug sensitivity in acute myeloid leukemia by Yuying Zhao, Hai-en Cheng, Jingfei Wang, Yunke Zang, Zhijun Liu, Yanhua Sun, Yanli Sun

“…However, its specific biological mechanism of action in AML is currently unclear. This research developed a prognostic model of disulfidptosis-related long non-coding RNAs (DRLs) based on 132 AML patients with GDC TCGA Acute myeloid leukemia (LAML). …”
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Inheritance of resistance to maize lethal necrosis in tropical maize inbred lines by Hilda M. Kavai, Hilda M. Kavai, Dan Makumbi, Felister M. Nzuve, Vincent W. Woyengo, L. M. Suresh, William M. Muiru, Manje Gowda, Boddupalli M. Prasanna

“…However, additive gene action predominated for all traits. Narrow-sense heritability estimates for MLN resistance (h2 = 0.52–0.56) indicated a strong additive genetic component. …”
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Assessment of Ecosystem Vulnerability in the Tropic of Cancer (Yunnan Section) by Hui Ye, Die Bai, Jinliang Wang, Shucheng Tan, Shiyin Liu

“…By proposing targeted policy recommendations—such as enhancing ecological protection and restoration, optimizing land use planning, and increasing public environmental awareness—this study provides actionable strategies to reduce ecological vulnerability. …”
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Towards New Scaffolds for Antimicrobial Activity—In Silico/In Vitro Workflow Introducing New Lead Compounds by Maria Mangana, George Lambrinidis, Ioannis K. Kostakis, Ioanna Kalpaktsi, Marina Sagnou, Chrysoula Nicolaou, Emmanuel Mikros, Stylianos Chatzipanagiotou, Anastasios Ioannidis

“…Further experimentation is required to assess mechanisms of action and evaluate the efficacy and safety.…”
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Innovative epilepsy management: a combined figure of EEG categorization and medication mechanisms by Mohamed Taha, Douglas R. Nordli, Carol Park, Douglas R. Nordli

“…The figure aligns key EEG patterns with specific epilepsy syndromes and outlines the corresponding mechanisms of action of antiseizure medications.ResultsPost-test results demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in trainees’ ability to analyze clinical cases and make informed treatment decisions (mean pre-test score: 52.8; post-test score: 66.5; p = 0.0019). …”
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Interdisciplinary participation in climate-adapted urban land-use planning – findings of two gaming simulations in the city of Bottrop, Germany by Marisa Fuchs, Madeleine Loren Kirstein

“…Findings – The gaming simulations show that interdisciplinary participation can lead to an increased awareness of climate adaptation requirements in particular and a mutual understanding of different logics of action in the context of comprehensive and sustainable urban planning in general. …”
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Therapeutic Potential of Agmatine in Essential Tremor Through Regulation of Lingo‐1 and Inflammatory Pathways by Zeynab Pirmoradi, Zahra Esmaili, Mohsen Nakhaie, Kristi A. Kohlmeier, Mohammad Shabani, Moazamehosadat Razavinasab, Mehran Ilaghi

“…The ability of agmatine to normalize Lingo‐1 and IL‐6 expression suggests regulation of these pathways could underlie its neuroprotective action. These results suggest promise for agmatine as a prospective therapeutic agent in ET.…”
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« Bois ! ». La rencontre fatale entre Salammbô et Mâtho dans les transpositions iconiques du roman by Bruna Donatelli

“…For this scene Flaubert draws inspiration from Amédée Thierry’s Histoire des Gaulois, drawing attention to how for those ancient peoples such a gesture on the part of a woman would represent essentially a choice of groom and future husband. Salammbô’s action is referred to in the novel in the dialogues of some of the mercenaries, but remains wrapped in an aura of sacred mistery which leaves the reader intentionally at a loss. …”
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Nano-Hydroxyapatite Gel and Its Effects on Remineralization of Artificial Carious Lesions by Apa Juntavee, Niwut Juntavee, Ainaj Nuñez Sinagpulo

“…Clinical Significance: This study indicated that an application of nano-HA gel is an attractive route to deliver the material and can be more effective and less toxic than conventional formulations and provide its effectiveness directly at the site of action, especially for a noncooperative young child and medicinally intimidated patients who may face with inconvenience in using toothbrush and toothpaste for hygiene control.…”
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