Nasal Spray Disinfectant for Respiratory Infections Based on Functionalized Silver Nanoparticles: A Physicochemical and Docking Approach by Benjamín Valdez-Salas, Jorge Salvador-Carlos, Ernesto Valdez-Salas, Ernesto Beltrán-Partida, Jhonathan Castillo-Saenz, Mario Curiel-Álvarez, Daniel Gonzalez-Mendoza, Nelson Cheng

“…In this study, we propose the use of stable silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) functionalized with tannic acid (TA) and sodium citrate (SC) as a nasal spray disinfectant (NSD). …”
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CPL‐Diff: A Diffusion Model for De Novo Design of Functional Peptide Sequences with Fixed Length by Zhenjie Luo, Aoyun Geng, Leyi Wei, Quan Zou, Feifei Cui, Zilong Zhang

“…However, these models cannot well control the length of the generated sequence, while the sequence length has a very important impact on the physical and chemical properties and therapeutic effects of peptides. Here, a diffusion model is introduced, capable of controlling the length of generated functional peptide sequences, named CPL‐Diff. …”
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Zwitterionic Poly(sulfobetaine methacrylate) Brushes Functionalized Threads for DNA Extraction from Complex Cell Lysates by Xianlong Shi, Liang Wu, Ke Ning, Xinmei Li, Lingke Feng, Yirong Chen, Ling Yu

“…Characterization using SEM, FTIR, and EDS confirmed the successful functionalization with PSBMA polymer brushes. The antifouling properties of PSBMA@threads, including resistance to non-specific protein adsorption and underwater oil repellency, were assessed. …”
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The Role of the Six-Minute Walk Test in the Functional Evaluation of the Efficacy of Rehabilitation Programs After COVID-19 by Diana-Lidia Tache-Codreanu, Lucian Bobocea, Iuliana David, Claudia-Camelia Burcea, Corina Sporea

“…Patients with COVID-19 suffering in the acute phase from both the sequelae of the disease and prolonged immobilization require a rehabilitation phase for functional recovery and a comprehensive functional evaluation. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Functional Adaptations to Vivifrail Intervention Between Higher- and Lower-Fitness Healthy Older Adults by Fang-Ru Lee, Yu-Jui Li, Chia-Yu Tang, Chang-Chi Lai, Hsia-Ling Tai, Szu-Kai Fu

“…This study evaluated the differential effects of an advanced Vivifrail D-level exercise intervention on arterial stiffness, functional fitness, and body composition in robust older women with varying baseline fitness levels. …”
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Delineation of and Conflict Coordination in Municipal Territorial Space Functional Zones: A Case Study of Xuzhou, China by Xizhao Liu, Xiaoshun Li, Panpan Li, Yiwei Geng, Jiangquan Chen, Guoheng Hu

“…This study focuses on the delineation and coordination of territorial space functional zones, addressing conflicts arising from rapid urbanization and the multifunctionality of land resources. …”
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Pancreas-Specific Sirt1-Deficiency in Mice Compromises Beta-Cell Function without Development of Hyperglycemia. by Andreia V Pinho, Mohammed Bensellam, Elke Wauters, Maxine Rees, Marc Giry-Laterriere, Amanda Mawson, Le Quan Ly, Andrew V Biankin, Jianmin Wu, D Ross Laybutt, Ilse Rooman

“…However, beta-cells were functionally impaired, presenting with lower glucose-stimulated insulin secretion. …”
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A pan-cancer study of ADAM9’s immunological function and prognostic value particularly in liver cancer by Mandana AmeliMojarad, Melika AmeliMojarad, Jiang Wang, Vahid Tavakolpour, Parvin Shariati

“…Multiple bioinformatics databases such as Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA), Genotype-Tissue Expression (GTEx), and Clinical Proteomic Tumor Analysis Consortium (CPTAC) were used to evaluate the ADAM9 genetic alternation, phosphorylation, and methylation, and indicated highly positive correlated genes that might play a critical interaction with ADAM9 and their molecular function with GO analysis. We also evaluate the effect of higher ADAM9 with prominent immune modulatory genes and immune infiltration especially in liver cancer pathogenesis stimulates lower NK cell effector functions based on its role in MICA shedding and increasing the Tregs infiltration. …”
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Balance Exercises as a Fundamental Aspect of Functional Recovery in patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review by Trishna Kakati, Swapnav Borthakur

“…Aim: To examine the effect of balancing exercises on functional capacity, a sign of OA in the knee. …”
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Nutritional, phytochemical and functional properties of avocado (Persea Americana Mill) leaf: Evaluation of its derivative extraction by Ayodeji Precious Adesola, Malomo Sunday Abiodun, Ijarotimi Oluwole Steve

“…The study thus evaluated the effect of extraction processes on the therapeutic properties of avocado leaf extracts. …”
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Impact of Cardiac Rehabilitation on Functional Capacity and Physical Activity after Coronary Revascularization: A Scientific Review by Niramayee V. Prabhu, Arun G. Maiya, Nivedita S. Prabhu

“…A structured literature search in PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, and ProQuest for studies focused on CR and its effects on functional capacity, physical activity, and quality of life after coronary revascularization. …”
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The circadian regulation of sleep: impact of a functional ADA-polymorphism and its association to working memory improvements. by Carolin F Reichert, Micheline Maire, Virginie Gabel, Marcel Hofstetter, Antoine U Viola, Vitaliy Kolodyazhniy, Werner Strobel, Thomas Goetz, Valérie Bachmann, Hans-Peter Landolt, Christian Cajochen, Christina Schmidt

“…Twenty-four participants were genotyped regarding a functional polymorphism in adenosine deaminase (rs73598374, 12 G/A-, 12 G/G-allele carriers), previously associated with differences in sleep-wake regulation. …”
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Delivery Mode and the Pelvic Floor Function of Primiparous Women at Early Postpartum: An Observational Retrospective Cohort Study by Xiaolei Chi, Lin Wen, Lan Chen, Hongxia Zhu

“…This study used Glazer PFM surface electromyography (sEMG) to objectively assess postpartum PFM function to determine the effects of different modes of delivery on pelvic floor function in the early postpartum period in primiparous women. …”
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Function evaluation of the autoanalyser internal quality control of the Kehua Polaris c2000 automatic biochemical analyser by Wang Yiyi, Shi Lei, Zhang Jue, Chen Chen

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Role of cumulative biological risk in mediating socioeconomic disparities in cognitive function in the elderly: a mediation analysis by Jimmy Akrivos, Carolyn Wei Zhu, Vahram Haroutunian

“…Although, AL was significantly negatively associated with cognitive performance (β = −1, 95% CI −1.4 to −0.5, p<0.0001), it mediated at most 4.5% of the SES effect on DSST performance.Conclusions The findings suggest that AL, as measured by a summary index of parameters for cardiovascular function, metabolism and chronic inflammation, is not a significant mediator of SES-related differences in cognitive function in the elderly. …”
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Functional characterization of the catalytic and bromodomain of FgGCN5 in development, DON production and virulence of Fusarium graminearum by Qian-nan WANG, Pan-pan HUANG, Shan-yue ZHOU

“…The conserved motifs in the catalytic domain and E130 are essential for correct functions of the gene. The conserved bromodomain is important for DON production and pathogen virulence. …”
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Changes in functional outcome after a first-time stroke: Data from a longitudinal study. by Nipaporn Butsing, Nalinrat Thongniran, Jesada Keandoungchun

“…<h4>Background</h4>Strokes are the major cause of disability. Functional recovery following an acute stroke is time-dependent and varies depending on several factors. …”
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Validating Data Interpolation Empirical Orthogonal Functions Interpolated Soil Moisture Data in the Contiguous United States by Haipeng Zhao, Haoteng Zhao, Chen Zhang

“…Data Interpolation Empirical Orthogonal Functions (DINEOF+) is an interpolation technique that uses singular value decomposition (SVD) to address missing data problems. …”
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SARS-CoV-2 infection impairs oculomotor functions: A longitudinal eye-tracking study by Xiaoting Duan, Zehao Huang, Shuai Zhang, Gancheng Zhu, Rong Wang, Zhiguo Wang

“…These findings suggest that symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection may result in persistent impairments in oculomotor functions, and the employment of eye-tracking technology can offer valuable insights into both the immediate and long-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infections. …”
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Training protocol characteristics in studies comparing functional versus traditional training: systematic review of controlled trials by Jader Alfredo Beck, Jean Marlon Machado, Amandda de Souza, Cristiano Gomes Sanchotene, Fábio Hech Dominski, Caroline Ruschel

“… Introduction: Functional training and traditional training are widely used in rehabilitation and strength training, but their methodological differences remain debated. …”
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