Transcriptomic data reveals MYC as an upstream regulator in laying hen follicular recruitment by Ashley E Kramer, Kathryn M Ellwood, Nicole Guarino, Cong-Jun Li, Aditya Dutta

“…Using Qiagen's Ingenuity Pathway Analysis we identified MYC proto-oncogene (C-Myc) as a pivotal upstream regulator, controlling genes essential for cell proliferation and differentiation. Additionally, TGFβ1 emerged as a key regulator, influencing pathways involving SMAD3, TNF, and TP53. …”
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Epilepsy Diagnosis from EEG Signals Using Continuous Wavelet Transform-Based Depthwise Convolutional Neural Network Model by Fırat Dişli, Mehmet Gedikpınar, Hüseyin Fırat, Abdulkadir Şengür, Hanifi Güldemir, Deepika Koundal

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> Unlike earlier works, this approach did not employ additional classifiers or feature selection algorithms. …”
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Experimental determination of lateral sway of a pneumatic spring when passing through a railroad switch in conditions of provision of high-speed trains` safety by Andrii Kuzyshyn, Vitalii Kovalchuk, Yulia Sobolevska, Julia Lesiv

“…The results obtained can be used in the study of the dynamic characteristics of the pneumatic spring, allowing for the evaluation of its dynamic and safety indicators even at the design stage of rolling stock. In addition, the results will enable monitoring of the technical condition of the pneumatic spring, ensuring key safety indicators in high-speed operation.…”
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Correcting the Cognitive Bias for Commuting Time to Relieve the Driving Stress Level in Snow Weather Condition: A Naturalistic Driving Study in Harbin, China by Zifeng Yang, Zhenwu Shi, Di Lu, Jie Liu

“…Such an association was significantly strongest with commuting time gaps, especially in snow weather conditions. In addition, a recommendation was derived from these results that correcting the cognitive bias for commuting time could relieve participants’ stress levels. …”
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Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency and Sickle Cell Trait among Prospective Blood Donors: A Cross-Sectional Study in Berekum, Ghana by Patrick Adu, David Larbi Simpong, Godfred Takyi, Richard K. D. Ephraim

“…Prevalence of sickle cell trait (SCT) and G6PD enzymopathy coinheritance was 7%. In addition, 19.5% of the donors had 10%–60% of normal G6PD enzyme activity suggesting that these donor units are prone to stressor-induced acute haemolysis when given to recipients. …”
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Differential Immune Response against Recombinant Leishmania donovani Peroxidoxin 1 and Peroxidoxin 2 Proteins in BALB/c Mice by Nada S. Daifalla, Abebe Genetu Bayih, Lashitew Gedamu

“…Immunization with recombinant LdPxn1 alone induced a predominantly Th2 type immune response that is associated with the production of high level of IgG1 and no IgG2a isotype while rLdPxn2 resulted in a mixed Th1/Th2 response characterized by the production of antigen-specific IgG2a in addition to IgG1 isotype. Antigen-stimulated spleen cells from mice that were immunized with rLdPxn1 produced low level of IL-10 and IL-4 and no IFN-γ, whereas cells from mice immunized with rLdPxn2 secreted high level of IFN-γ, low IL-4, and no IL-10. …”
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Determinants of Demoralization Syndrome and Social Support Among Patients with Breast Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study by Yang L, Song LX, Zhang L, Yang Y, Zhang YM

“…Among patients with BC, demographic variables such as age, education level, residential address, monthly income, occupation, and receipt of chemotherapy were the main influencing factors (P < 0.05), whereas factors such as current status of children, and surgical methods were not the main influencing factors (P < 0.05). Additionally, all patients with BC reported receiving social support exceeding moderate levels, with no statistically significant difference in demographic data observed among those reporting heightened levels of social support (P > 0.05).Conclusion: There are many factors influencing the degree of demoralization among patients with BC. …”
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Anticolitic Effect of Berberine in Rat Experimental Model: Impact of PGE2/p38 MAPK Pathways by Li Jia, Kuijin Xue, Junheng Liu, Ola A. Habotta, Lianhai Hu, Ahmed E. Abdel Moneim

“…The anti-inflammatory potential of BER was supported by the histopathological screening of colon mucosa. In addition, BER restored colonic antioxidant capacity through elevation of GSH level and antioxidant enzymatic activities (SOD, CAT, GPx, and GR) together with reductions of both MDA and NO levels. …”
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Molecular detection of Escherichia coli from ovine aborted fetuses in Mosul city, Iraq by Aamer Y. Al-Chalaby, Omer K. Alhankawe, Balsam Y. Rasheed

“…The isolates that targeted the 23SrRNA gene were verified using PCR. Additionally, specialized primers for the uidA and zapA genes were used. …”
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Omega-3 long chain fatty acids and their metabolites in pregnancy outcomes for the modulation of maternal inflammatory- associated causes of preterm delivery, chorioamnionitis and... by Jose Miguel Rizo, Theresa Steeb, Johanna Eiblwieser, Pedro Antonio Regidor

“…This narrative review aims at giving an overview on the modern perception of inflammatory processes and the role of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) in their resolution, especially in obstetrics. Additionally, we highlight the possible role of SPMs in the prevention of obstetric complications through oral supplementation using enriched marine oil nutritional’s. …”
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Effect of Retorting Temperature on the Pyrolysis Characteristic of Longkou Oil Shale by Wei Wang, Yue Ma, Shuyuan Li, Changtao Yue, Jiancun Gao

“…The sulfur content was not significantly affected by the retorting temperature. In addition, the shale oil obtained from 550°C had the lowest aromatic content, 25.12 wt%, and the highest saturate content, 50.03 wt%, compared to the other retorting temperatures due to the cracking of aliphatic compounds. …”
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Isolated p.H62L Mutation in the CYP21A2 Gene in a Simple Virilizing 21-Hydroxylase Deficient Patient by Melisa Taboas, Cecilia Fernández, Susana Belli, Noemi Buzzalino, Liliana Alba, Liliana Dain

“…The study of genotype-phenotype correlation in additional patients would help in defining the role of p.H62L in disease manifestation.…”
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The Effect of a New Ligation and Venipuncture Method on Vena Basilica Vessel by Yuanhong Mao, Xiaomei Huang, Hong Yang, Shu Zhou, Aihong Yuan, Gang Lin, Guiling Geng

“…The success rate of single puncture and the vascular reuse rate were significantly higher in the experimental group than in the control group, while the preparation time and venipuncture time, as well as the patient’s pain response, were significantly lower in the experimental group compared to the control group, and the intravascular congestion and subcutaneous tissue injury were lower. In addition, the mean satisfaction score of patients in the experimental group was higher than that of the control group. …”
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A data ensemble-based approach for detecting vocal disorders using replicated acoustic biomarkers from electroglottography by Lizbeth Naranjo, Carlos J. Pérez, Daniel F. Merino

“…Simulation-based experiments were conducted to assess the robustness and effectiveness of these methods. Additionally, experiments were performed using EGG signals from the Saarbrüecken Voice Database (SVD). …”
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Latent profile analysis of burnout, depression, and anxiety symptoms among Chinese medical staff with frontline anti-epidemic experience in the post-COVID-19 pandemic era by Huachun Xu, Lanjun Qiu, Yu Chen, Mengjun Zhang, Junyi Li, Guochun Xiang

“…BackgroundFrontline medical staff’s psychological symptoms deserve persistent attention after 3 years of high-pressure and high-intensity work during the pandemic. In addition, the meaning of burnout and its relationship with depression and anxiety have long been debated. …”
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Investigation of the Impact of Combustion Chamber Geometry on Engine Combustion and Emission Performance Under Various Fuel Injection Timings With Biodiesel Blending by Dongge Wang, Guangyuan Bao, Chao He, Jiaqiang Li, Yanlin Chen, Longqing Zhao, Haisheng Yu

“…Compared with the Omega combustion system, the indicated thermal efficiency of the TCD combustion system increased by 6.16% to 8.38% and the indicated fuel consumption rate decreased by 5.80% to 7.73% when burning four types of fuel. In addition, the in‐cylinder pressure and temperature increased, and it performed better in reducing Soot emissions. …”
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Human Papilloma Virus Infection in Patients with Male Accessory Gland Infection: Usefulness of the Ultrasound Evaluation by Rosita A. Condorelli, Enzo Vicari, Laura M. Mongioi, Giorgio I. Russo, Giuseppe Morgia, Sandro La Vignera, Aldo E. Calogero

“…Patients with HPV infection showed significantly (p<0.05) higher total prostate, seminal vesicles, and epididymal US signs (18.0 ± 2.0) compared to the other 2 groups (12.0 ± 4.0 versus 10.0 ± 3.0, resp.). In addition, patients with MAGI and HPV had a higher prevalence of complicated forms of MAGI [prostatovesiculitis (PV) and prostate-vesiculo-epididymitis (PVE)] and a higher frequency of the fibrosclerotic variant compared to the other groups (70.0 ± 10.0% versus 48.0 ± 5.0% versus 15.0 ± 10.0%). …”
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Socio-Economic Challenges for the Urban Ecosystem: Complex Model of Smart Tourism and Infrastructure by Gevorg Orbelyan

“…In the case of Yerevan, this study also aims to explore how such a model can be customized to fit the city's unique cultural, historical, and infrastructural context. In addition to encouraging sustainable urban expansion, this framework provides a model that may be modified for other communities that are having trouble striking a balance between economic growth and enhancements to the quality of life. …”
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Visible and invisible cultural patterns influencing women’s use of maternal health services among Igala women in Nigeria: a focused ethnographic study by Uchechi Clara Opara, Peace Njideka Iheanacho, Pammla Petrucka

“…The study was conducted with 21 women for one-on-one interviews and two focus group discussions with six women in the rural area and seven women in the urban area. In addition, participant observation of nine women from the third trimester to birth was conducted, yielding 189 h of observation in two primary healthcare facilities in rural and urban areas. …”
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Research priorities for preterm lung health research across the lifespan: a community priority setting partnership by Anne McKenzie, Shannon J Simpson, Naomi R Hemy, Amber Bates, Belinda Frank

“…Participants identified the following top 10: (1) lifelong impacts; (2) interventions, treatments or supports; (3) ongoing lung health follow-up; (4) diagnostic tools, resources and education for primary healthcare providers; (5) resources to inform and empower families; (6) relationship to physical health and developmental issues; (7) preventing and/or treating lung infections; (8) additional supports, resources and research for minority groups; (9) impact on mental well-being; and (10) likelihood of asthma diagnosis.Conclusion Priorities identified through the PSP will be invaluable in informing future research into prematurity-associated lung disease.…”
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