IGF-1 impacts neocortical interneuron connectivity in epileptic spasm generation and resolution by Carlos J. Ballester-Rosado, John T. Le, Trang T. Lam, Anne E. Anderson, James D. Frost, Jr., John W. Swann

“…Little is known about the mechanisms that generate epileptic spasms following perinatal brain injury. …”
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Analisis Penerimaan SIMPUS Ditinjau dari Persepsi Pengguna di Puskesmas Mojoagung dengan Metode TAM by Mochammad Choirur Roziqin, Demiawan Rachmatta Putro Mudiono, Nuril Amalia

“…The methods to collect data in this research used a questionnaire to obtain information about the perception of SIMPUS users. The research started identifying problem of SIMPUS at the Mojoagung Public Health Center and then composition of instrument is questionnaire that subsequently disseminated to  respondents as data retrieval and the last analyzed data to conclusion. …”
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Implementation of different strategies of the “ActTeens” intervention for adolescents: a process evaluation by Gessika Castilho dos Santos, Jadson Marcio da Silva, Renan Camargo Correa, Rodrigo de Oliveira Barbosa, Gabriel Pinzon, Maria Carolina Juvêncio Francisquini, Thais Maria de Souza Silva, Antonio Stabelini Neto

“…Although evaluation of the intervention implementation process is important, information about this evaluation is rarely reported. This observational study aimed to evaluate the implementation of a 12-week physical activity intervention program for adolescents. …”
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Algorithm for Cloud Particle Phase Identification Based on Bayesian Random Forest Method by Fu Tao, Yang Zhipeng, Tao Fa, Hu Shuzhen, Lu Yuxiang, Fu Changqing

“…However, the cloud radar detects composite information about multiphase particles and lacks temperature data within cloud layers, leading to significant aliasing of phase state characteristics of cloud particles. …”
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Caesarean section rates and indications in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: The case of Mbandaka City by Patrick Bongbanga Mundembe, Roger Mwimba Mbungu, Félicien Kandolo Tshimungu, Jules Moti Kangite, Jean Claude Efoloko Likulu, Guillin Boboko Bikoko, Monizi Mawunu, Jean-Paul Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua

“…However, the increasing number of both scheduled and emergency CS procedures has led to concerns about the potential overuse of this technique. This trend has contributed to growing mistrust within the community, particularly in areas where CS is frequently performed. …”
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Phenolic Acid and Flavonoid Content Analysis with Antioxidant Activity Assessment in Chinese <i>C. pi. Shen</i> Honey by Ningxin Qi, Wen Zhao, Chenghua Xue, Lin Zhang, Han Hu, Yue Jin, Xiaofeng Xue, Rui Chen, Jinzhen Zhang

“…However, there are few reports about <i>C. pi. Shen</i> honey. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the contents of phenolic profiles and antioxidant activities in <i>C. pi. …”
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Pulmonary granuloma formation during latent Cryptococcus neoformans infection in C3HeB/FeJ mice involves progression through three immunological phases by Jovany J. Betancourt, Minna Ding, J. Marina Yoder, Issa Mutyaba, Hannah M. Atkins, Gabriela De la Cruz, David B. Meya, Kirsten Nielsen

“…Immunocompetent host immune responses, such as formation of pulmonary granulomas, control the infection and prevent disseminated disease. Little is known about the immunological conditions establishing the latent infection granuloma in the lungs. …”
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Adaptive coping mechanisms use and associated factors among adult glaucoma patients attending the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Tertiary Eye Care and Tra... by Bisrat Misganaw Geremew, Biruk Fanta Alemayehu, Getenet Shumet Birhan, Biruk Lelisa Eticha, Mahtot Leykun Sisay, Woretaw Endalew Melese, Abebe Tilahun Mekonenne

“…Factors significantly associated with ACM included urban residence (adjusted OR, AOR 2.57, 95% CI 1.25 to 5.28), higher average family monthly income (AOR 3.83, 95% CI 1.37 to 10.70), moderate to severe visual impairment (AOR 2.24, 95% CI 1.06 to 4.74), duration of diagnosis between 11 and 16 months (AOR 3.94, 95% CI 1.84 to 8.44) and more than 24 months (AOR 3.75, 95% CI 1.59 to 8.81) and the presence of ocular comorbidities (AOR 4.28, 95% CI 2.28 to 8.05).Conclusions About half of adult glaucoma patients used ACM to manage their condition. …”
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Identifikasi Carrier Bakteri Streptococcus β hemolyticus Group A pada Murid SD Negeri 13 Padang Berdasarkan Perbedaan Umur dan Jenis Kelamin by Fadhila Aini, Aziz Djamal, Elly Usman

“…The results of this study indicate that the carrier of bacteria Group A Streptococcus β hemolyticus in the childhood because of the lack of knowledge about hygiene. Carrier found only in boys probably becaused of often play outdoors and were exposed to a wide variety of pathogenic bacteria and usually pay less attention to his personal hygiene</em><em>.…”
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Concentrated Solar Power and Photovoltaic Systems: A New Approach to Boost Sustainable Energy for All (Se4all) in Rwanda by Noel Hagumimana, Jishi Zheng, Godwin Norense Osarumwense Asemota, Jean De Dieu Niyonteze, Walter Nsengiyumva, Aphrodis Nduwamungu, Samuel Bimenyimana

“….), the country currently has an installed electricity generation capacity of only 226.7 MW from its 45 power plants for a population of about 13 million in 2021. The current national rate of electrification in Rwanda is estimated to 54.5% (i.e.; 39.7% grid-connected and 14.8% off-grid connected systems). …”
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Antibodies against neuronal surface antigens in acute stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Matteo Paolucci, Andrea Zini, Luana Morelli, Luana Morelli, Rocco Liguori, Rocco Liguori, Maria Pia Giannoccaro, Maria Pia Giannoccaro

“…Analyses were restricted to NMDAR-Abs due to the lack of data about other NSA-Abs. Considering only studies that adopted a cell-based assay, IgA-IgM NMDAR-Abs isotypes (but not the IgG) were found more frequently in patients with acute stroke (OR 2.69, 95% CI 2.00–3.62, I2 = 4%). …”
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Association between ethylene oxide exposure and osteoarthritis risk: an analysis of NHANES data (2013–2014 and 2017–2018) by Zhongshan Li, Zhongshan Li, Qi Qu, Qi Qu, Zhiyu Wang, Zhiyu Wang, Shuanglin Mou, Rui Jiang, Rui Jiang, Wensheng Zhu, Wensheng Zhu

“…However, EO is frequently employed as a sterilizing agent in orthopedics, while its association with the risk of skeletal system diseases remains insufficiently evaluated. …”
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LOW POWER BRACHYTHERAPY IN COMBINED TREATMENT IN PATIENTS WITH INTERMEDIATE RISK OF LOCALIZED PROST ATE CANCER by V. A. Biryukov, O. B. Karyakin, O. V. Morov, O. G. Lepilina, D. V. Neledov, D. B. Sanin, G. N. Grishin, M. S. Kalinina

“…It is possible to draw tentative conclusions about the high rate of survival without progression in both treatment groups on the background of the relatively low frequency of adverse reactions. …”
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Assessment of <i>Alternaria</i> Toxins and Pesticides in Organic and Conventional Tomato Products: Insights into Contamination Patterns and Food Safety Implications by Tommaso Pacini, Teresa D’Amore, Stefano Sdogati, Emanuela Verdini, Rita Bibi, Angela Caporali, Elisa Cristofani, Carmen Maresca, Serenella Orsini, Alessandro Pelliccia, Eleonora Scoccia, Ivan Pecorelli

“…No correlation emerged between the detected levels of ATs and pesticides and the type of tomato cultivation, but the probability of pesticide contamination in conventional products was eight times higher than in organics. Some considerations about exposure assessment and risk characterization for ATs were also proposed in the overall population and in more sensitive and/or exposed subgroups, underlining the need for new focused toxicological and monitoring studies to establish reliable reference values. …”
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INNOVATIVE METHODS OF TEACHING HISTORY AT MODERN UNIVERSITIES by A. Yu. Suslov, M. V. Salimgareev, Sh. S. Khammatov

“…A modern view on historical education has been proposed as means of students’ systems thinking formation, designing the ideas about the world historical process among students, the mission ofRussia in this process, and evolution ofRussia as a part of the modern civilization. …”
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Frailty assessment tools for use by surgeons when evaluating older adults prior to surgery: a scoping review protocol by Duminda N Wijeysundera, Andrea C Tricco, Martine T E Puts, Shabbir M H Alibhai, Teruko Kishibe, Tyler R Chesney, Julian F Daza, Camilla Wong, Karim Shiraz Ladha, Samuel Dubé

“…Introduction Despite growing evidence, uncertainty persists about which frailty assessment tools are best suited for routine perioperative care. …”
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Immuno-PET Imaging of Siglec-15 Using the Zirconium-89-Labeled Therapeutic Antibody, NC318 by Elaine M. Jagoda, Falguni Basuli, Colleen Olkowski, Ido Weiss, Tim E. Phelps, Karen Wong, Anita Thien Ton, Kelly C. Lane, Steve Adler, Donna Butcher, Elijah F. Edmondson, Sol Langermann, Peter L. Choyke

“…In these preclinical studies, the therapeutic mAb, NC318 (antihuman/murine Siglec-15 mAb), was labeled with zirconium-89 and evaluated in human Siglec-15 expressing cancer cells and mouse xenografts for potential use as a clinical diagnostic imaging agent. Methods. Desferrioxamine-conjugated NC318 was radiolabeled with zirconium-89 to synthesize [89Zr]Zr-DFO-NC318. …”
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The dynamin-related protein PfDyn2 is essential for both apicoplast and mitochondrial fission in Plasmodium falciparum by Alexander A. Morano, Wei Xu, Francesca M. Navarro, Neeta Shadija, Jeffrey D. Dvorin, Hangjun Ke

“…Another is a lack of basic knowledge about the cell biology of the parasite. Along with the mitochondrion, Plasmodium contains a second organelle descended from an endosymbiotic event, the apicoplast. …”
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ChatGPT, Google, or PINK? Who Provides the Most Reliable Information on Side Effects of Systemic Therapy for Early Breast Cancer? by Stefan Lukac, Sebastian Griewing, Elena Leinert, Davut Dayan, Benedikt Heitmeir, Markus Wallwiener, Wolfgang Janni, Visnja Fink, Florian Ebner

“…Nevertheless, the information about the need for systemic therapy, especially chemotherapy, represents an additional stress factor for patients. …”
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Exploring the Impact of Homophily Attitude, Physical, and Social Attractiveness on Purchase Intentions by Honya Ghasemi, Ramin Bashir Khodaparasti, Hooshmand Bagheri Garbollagh

“…Social media users can communicate their attitudes and ideas about a brand’s products or the actions of other users by simply pressing the “like” or “dislike” button or by posting a favorable or unfavorable comment on a post. …”
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