Current molecular understanding of central nervous system schwannomas by Takahiro Tsuchiya, Satoru Miyawaki, Yu Teranishi, Kenta Ohara, Yudai Hirano, Shotaro Ogawa, Seiei Torazawa, Yu Sakai, Hiroki Hongo, Hideaki Ono, Nobuhito Saito

“…In addition to genetic alterations, research is also being conducted on gene expression and epigenetic regulation, with a focus on NF2 methylation and post-transcriptional silencing by micro RNA. …”
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RMHA-Net: Robust Optic Disc and Optic Cup Segmentation Based on Residual Multiscale Feature Extraction With Hybrid Attention Networks by Mohammad J. M. Zedan, Siti Raihanah Abdani, Jaesung Lee, Mohd Asyraf Zulkifley

“…This network’s encoder is designed based on advanced convolutional neural network (CNN) blocks that combine dilated convolution, which allows field-of-view expansion by capturing larger-scale features. In addition, the encoder also embeds residual connections to improve the model capacity in extracting low-level features. …”
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Pathological manifestations in lymphatic filariasis correlate with lack of inhibitory properties of IgG4 antibodies on IgE-activated granulocytes. by Ulrich F Prodjinotho, Charlotte von Horn, Alex Y Debrah, Linda Batsa Debrah, Anna Albers, Laura E Layland, Achim Hoerauf, Tomabu Adjobimey

“…This inhibitory capacity was impaired upon depletion of IgG in Mf+ individuals but persisted in IgG-depleted plasma from EN, where it strongly correlated with the expression of IgA. In addition, IgA-depleted fractions failed to suppress granulocyte activation. …”
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Tailored exercise and manual therapy versus standardised exercise for patients with shoulder subacromial pain: a feasibility randomised controlled trial (the Otago MASTER trial) by J Haxby Abbott, Daniel C Ribeiro, Zohreh Jafarian Tangrood, Gisela Sole, Ross Wilson

“…Since this is a feasibility study, we did not adjust alpha for multiple comparisons, and considered 75% CI as the probability threshold at 3-month follow-up. …”
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XCO₂ Data Full-Coverage Mapping in China Based on Random Forest Models by Ruizhi Chen, Zhongting Wang, Chunyan Zhou, Ruijie Zhang, Huizhen Xie, Huayou Li

“…This indicates that the model offers strong predictive accuracy and generalization ability. Additionally, ground-based validation further confirmed the model’s effectiveness, with a correlation coefficient (R-value) of 0.956 when compared with TCCON site observation data.…”
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Process evaluation of a cross-sectoral, coordinated follow-up care of stroke patients: a qualitative study by Theresa Schrage, Claudia Glissmann, Götz Thomalla, David Leander Rimmele, Holger Schmidt, Michael Rosenkranz, Stefan Boskamp, Martin Härter, Levente Kriston

“…Results Interviews with 21 patients and 34 interviews with 23 employees were conducted. In addition to the deductive categories, three inductive categories (psychosocial implications, interconnectedness, and potential for improvement) emerged. …”
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Analysis of pressure-maintaining coring process in deep coal seams and gas content determination methods by Jian WU, Songhang ZHANG, Tengfei JIA, Weiwei CHAO, Wenchun PENG, Shilong LI

“…The reasonable design of pressure points during pressure-reducing and gas-collecting stages of pressure-maintaining coring can effectively distinguish adsorption gas from free gas. In addition, by analyzing the differences and connections between the two methods, the gas content measured using pressure-maintaining coring can be used to correct gas loss caused by using wireline coring at the same well platform. …”
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‘Coming out’/self-disclosure in LGBTQ+ adolescents and youth: International and Indian scenario - A narrative review of published studies in the last decade (2012-2022) by Swapnajeet Sahoo, Velprashanth Venkatesan, Rahul Chakravarty

“…Aim: This study was to do a narrative review on the studies published in the area/topic of CO in youth in the last decade (2012-2022) and to look for factors that act as barriers and facilitators of CO. Additionally, we have tried to look for differences in CO in LGBTQ+ adolescents and youth in the Western world vis-a-vis Indian/Eastern societies. …”
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Cohort profile: health effects monitoring programme in Ndilǫ, Dettah and Yellowknife (YKHEMP) by Hing Man Chan, Xue Feng Hu, Janet S. Cheung, Rajendra Prasad Parajuli, Renata Rosol, Emmanuel Yumvihoze, Linna Williams, Asish Mohapatra

“…In Yellowknife, there were 891 (675 adults, 216 children), randomly selected participants with a participation rate of 64%. In addition, we also recruited a total of 875 (669 adults, 206 children) volunteer participants. …”
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Potential biomarkers in Behçet’s disease: monocyte, neutrophil, platelet, and C-reactive protein to albumin ratios by Mestan Sahin, Cansu Celin Karakose, Meltem Alkan Melikoglu

“…The BD Current Activity Form (BDCAF) was utilized to assess the activity of BD. Additionally, ery­throcyte sedi­mentation rate, CRP, and serum albumin levels were measured. …”
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Effect of different intensities of inspiratory muscle exercise on cardiac autonomic control in the post-exercise recovery in healthy adults: a controlled and randomized study by Pedro Lima Souza, Leila Dal Poggetto Moreira, Lilian Pinto da Silva, Vinicius Faria Weiss, Pedro Augusto Carvalho Mira, Patrícia Fernandes Trevizan, Mateus Camaroti Laterza, Daniel Godoy Martinez

“…No differences were found in HRV measures in the frequency domain (Time Effect: P>0.05). Additionally, there was no difference in the comparison between intensities for all HRV measures (Session Effect: p>0.05). …”
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Review on the Injury and Repair Mechanism of Skeletal Muscle Contusions by LIN Jianping, WANG Hao, GUO Mingling, WANG Shizhong, CHEN Shaoqing

“…As for the mechanism of autophagy in the repair of SMC, in addition to the induction of excessive ERS, it has been reported that SMC induces insufficient oxygen supply to local tissues, promotes the production of a large number of ROS or activation of AMPK signal pathway, and then induces mitochondrial autophagy, which maintains the stability of mitochondria and saves energy consumption, so as to achieve the purpose of promoting repair after SMC. …”
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Photovoltaic Farm Production Forecasting: Modified Metaheuristic Optimized Long Short-Term Memory-Based Networks Approach by Aleksandar Stojkovic, Bosko Nikolic, Miodrag Zivkovic, Nebojsa Bacanin

“…A publicly available photovoltaic dataset consisting of the measurements from two plants in India was used. Additionally, this study utilized a supplementary dataset collected from a photovoltaic power plant located on the roof of Institute Mihailo Pupin (IMP) in Belgrade, Serbia. …”
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Factors influencing emotional driving: examining the impact of arousal on the interplay between age, personality, and driving behaviors by Zhegong Shangguan, Xiao Han, Younesse El Mrhasli, Nengchao Lyu, Adriana Tapus

“…Extraversion significantly mediated the relationship between age and driving behaviors, with this relationship being moderated by arousal states. Additionally, Neuroticism moderated the relationship between driving experience and driving behaviors.ConclusionThis study highlights how individual factors influence the trajectory of personality development in relation to driving behaviors. …”
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Relationship between upper extremity fat mass and race time in triathlete by Ebru Cetın, Ulviye Bılgın, Mergul Colak, İmdat Yarım, Halil Taskın

“…Segmental analysis was performed by Tanita BC 418 Body Composition Analyzer before the race, on an empty stomach and with shorts and T-shirt. …”
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Infrared Image Enhancement: A Review by Qingwang Wang, Pengcheng Jin, Yuhang Wu, Liyao Zhou, Tao Shen

“…Based on these investigations, we have evaluated the performance of various representative infrared image enhancement methods, with the hope of providing a reference for future research. In addition, this article also provides a comprehensive introduction to the potential applications of infrared image enhancement technology and discusses significant research directions for the future.…”
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Navigating the Risk Landscape in ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Patients Postpercutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Narrative Review by Utkarsh Gaur, Charuta Gadkari, Aditya Pundkar

“…Delays in door-to-balloon times continue to be a major challenge to achieving better outcomes in regions with limited resources. Additionally, a significant long-term challenge is the management of multivessel disease and personalised therapy for high-risk patients, particularly during the acute phase. …”
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A Case Report of Aicardi-Goutières Syndrome Type 7 Caused by IFIH1 Gene Mutation and a Literature Review by ZHAO Min, SHU Zhou, HAN Tongxin, FU Yanhua, GAO Tianji, MAO Huawei

“…In terms of treatment, Janus kainase(JAK) inhibitors are commonly used.Additionally, recent reports showed that tocilizumab treatment have been used for this condition.ConclusionsAGS7 is a type of I interferonopathy. …”
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Inhibition of Anti-Reflection Film Cracks on Plastic Substrates Using Nanolaminate Layer Deposition in Plasma-Enhanced Atomic Layer Deposition by Chi-Chieh Wang, Cheng-Fu Wang, Meng-Chi Li, Li-Chen Su, Chien-Cheng Kuo

“…This study improved this mismatch between interfaces by adjusting the yield strength and ductility using Al₂O₃ layers and by creating an inhibition layer. In addition, through the processing of inserted Al₂O₃ layers, the degree of crystallization was changed so that the material and substrate could maintain their normal surfaces without cracking after the environmental tests. …”
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Impact of Varicocele on The Expression of Testicular Enzymes Involved in The Transsulfuration Pathway by Azam Shiasi, Marziyeh Tavalaee, Ramesh Monajemi, Dattilo M, Mohammad Hossein Nasr-Esfahani

“…For group comparisons, we employedANOVA and the Tukey test, considering a P<0.05 as significant.Results: We observed a significant reduction in both sperm quality and functional parameters. Additionally, therewas a notable decrease in the expression of CBS, CSE, and HO-1 proteins, as well as circulating vitamin B6 levels,in the varicocele group compared to the control and sham groups (P<0.001).Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that one possible cause of increased oxidative stress in varicocelemay be the reduced expression of testicular enzymes involved in the production of endogenous antioxidants, whichare associated with the transsulfuration pathway. …”
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