Potential benefit with acupuncture in functional gastrointestinal disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Renhong Wan, Xiaorui Zeng, Yupeng Zhang, Haiyan Wang, Luqiang Sun, Shuai Chen, Fangli Luo, Yujun Hou, Qianhua Zheng, Ying Li

“…Background: Many patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) seek complementary and alternative therapies to improve gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms. …”
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Single-cell transcriptomics reveals the heterogeneity and function of mast cells in human ccRCC by Xiyu Song, Xiyu Song, Xiyu Song, Jianhua Jiao, Jianhua Jiao, Jiayang Qin, Wei Zhang, Weijun Qin, Weijun Qin, Shuaijun Ma, Shuaijun Ma

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Lymphocyte-activation gene 3 in cancer immunotherapy: function, prognostic biomarker and therapeutic potentials by Ke Ren, Hayam Hamdy, Abdo Meyiah, Eyad Elkord, Eyad Elkord, Eyad Elkord

“…This review discusses the function of LAG-3 in immune suppression, its interactions with ligands, and its potential as a prognostic biomarker for cancers. …”
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Multiphysical contact of functionally graded magneto-electro-elastic material with imperfect bonding interface by Yijin Sui, Haibo Zhang, Jieliang Zhao, Wenzhong Wang

“…Abstract Three-dimensional (3D) frictional contact model of functionally graded magneto-electro-elastic (FGMEE) material with a conducting spherical punch under electromagnetic fields is presented. …”
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The Curing Process of Epoxy/Amino-Functionalized MWCNTs: Calorimetry, Molecular Modelling, and Electron Microscopy by S. G. Prolongo, M. R. Gude, A. Ureña

“…Curing kinetic of an epoxy resin reinforced with amino-functionalized MWCNTs has been studied by DSC and the obtained results were explained through morphological studies carried out by SEM, TEM, FEG-SEM, and molecular simulation tools. …”
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An application of potential function in robot path planning and three optimized formulas for equivalent resistance by Jianwei Dai, Xiaoyu Jiang, Yanpeng Zheng, Xing Zhang, Zhaolin Jiang

“…The study proposed an innovative path planning algorithm based on the potential function of a special case of the cobweb resistor network, addressing the path planning problem in globe environments with obstacles. …”
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Least-squares Smoothed Shape Functions for Constructing Field-Consistent Timoshenko Beam Elements by Foek Tjong Wong, Henokh G. Tjahyono, Sugiyono Hartono, Timothy A. Setiabudi

“… This paper presents an approach for constructing field-consistent Timoshenko beam elements using least-squares smoothed (LSS) shape functions. The variational basis for shear strain redistribution is thoroughly explained, leading to the derivation of LSS shape functions for linear, quadratic, and cubic Timoshenko beam elements. …”
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An Improved KF-RBF Based Estimation Algorithm for Coverage Control with Unknown Density Function by Lei Zuo, Maode Yan, Yaoren Guo, Wenrui Ma

“…A cost function, depending on the density function and a certain metric, is provided to evaluate the performance of coverage network. …”
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Solving the Multiobjective Transportation Decision-Making Problem Based on Improved S-Type Membership Function by Xiang Ziquan, Yang Jiaqi, Muhammad Hamza Naseem, Xiang Zuquan

“…The experimental results show that in the multiobjective transportation decision-making problem, the fuzzy compromise method of the S-type membership function has better flexibility and effectiveness.…”
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The Gap and the Upper Critical Field Hc2 as Function of Doping for High-Tc Cuprates by S. Orozco, R. M. Méndez-Moreno, M. A. Ortiz

“…The relation between the d-wave superconducting gap Δ0 and the specific heat obtained with the Volovik effect is used to determine the upper critical field Hc2 as doping function, for high-temperature superconductors. …”
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Functional Significance of Probiotic Bacterial Interactions with Milk Fat Globules in a Human Host by Withanage Prasadini Wasana, Mark Waterland, David W. Everett, Caroline Thum

“…This review discusses current knowledge on the structure and functionality of the milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) and the structural components contributing to the mechanisms of interactions with probiotic bacteria. …”
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Tailoring the Functional Properties of Ferroelectric Perovskite Thin Films: Mechanisms of Dielectric and Photoelectrochemical Enhancement by Ioan-Mihail Ghitiu, George Alexandru Nemnes, Nicu Doinel Scarisoreanu

“…The control of these functional properties through such engineering techniques is key to fulfilling the application-specific requirements of ferroelectric devices in various fields. …”
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Changes in resting-state brain function in chronic alcohol users based on degree centrality by Guangping Su, Zhezi Wang, Yanxi Xiong, Xingwu Xie, Bencheng Mo, Yue Liu

“…Objective To examine the effects of chronic alcohol consumption on brain functional connectivity using resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging and degree centrality analysis. …”
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Privacy-preserving multi-dimensional multi-function data aggregation scheme in smart grid by WANG Yuanyuan, HAN Yiliang, WU Liqiang, LI Yu, YAO Wujun, WU Xuguang, ZHU Shuaishuai

“…In smart grid, fine-grained user data can be effectively leveraged to support grid operation. However, achieving functional analysis of such data, especially its multi-dimensionalization and multi-functional operation, without compromising user privacy has been identified as an urgent problem. …”
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A morphopragmatic study of [X-word] constructions through their morphological replicability and pragmatic functions by José Antonio Sánchez Fajardo

“…The findings show that [X-word] constructions with a dysphemistic function (e.g. f-word …”
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THE ROLE AND SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL FUNCTIONALITY OF TAX TOOLS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE INDUSTRY 4.0 PARADIGM by M. V. Karp, A. V. Zakharova, L. S. Samodelko

“…The article considers the specified problems and selects ways to express the socio-ecological functional of taxes in the context of industrial transformation. …”
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Recent Progress in Application of Gel Beads for Stabilized Encapsulation and Enhanced Delivery of Functional Foods by CHEN Shuai, TIAN Wenni, XIAO Zhuonan, CHEN Shuyi, QIU Ran, HU Ronghai, LI Zhe, CHEN Peng, FANG Suqiong, XIAO Jie

“…Gel beads, as a novel type of functional food carrier, have shown promising potential for the encapsulation, enhanced stability and gastrointestinal delivery of bioactive compounds. …”
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Evaluation of Functional and Radiological Outcome of Different Cephalomedullary Nail Designs in Intertrochanteric Fractures of Femur by Adarsh U Thuppad, Harsh Kirthi Rao, Gaurav C Mendon, Santosha Manjunatha, Suraj M Revankar, Kaveesh P Shetty

“…Among 75 patients, 3 in PFN group, 2 in MS-PFN group, and 1 in PFN-A2 group had >1 cm of shortening. 2 patients in PFN group and 1 in MS-PFN group had complication of screw cut-out; 2 in PFN group and 2 in PFN-A2 group had surgical site infection; 1 in PFN group and 1 in PFN-A2 group had varus collapse; and 1 in PFN group and 2 in MS-PFN group had Z effect/reverse Z effect. Conclusion: In our study, on comparing three short nails – PFN, MF-PFN, and PFN-A2, PFN-A2 is superior in terms of operating time, intraoperative blood loss, functional outcome and fracture union. …”
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Research progress and prospect of underground utilization of coal-based solid waste functional materials by Jixiong ZHANG, Nan ZHOU, Hengfeng LIU, Yachen XIE, Zhihui SUN, Shenyang OUYANG

“…The current research status and development trends comprehensively demonstrate that coal-based solid waste functional materials can not only effectively improve the resource utilization efficiency of coal-based solid waste but also achieve large-scale disposal and value-added utilization of coal-based solid waste.…”
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The impact of dietary factors on the function of brown and beige adipose tissues—implications on health and disease by Bruna Bombassaro, Gabriela Batitucci, Marcela Reymond Simoes, Eliana P. Araujo, Eliana P. Araujo, Licio A. Velloso, Licio A. Velloso, Licio A. Velloso

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