Quantitative online survey of self-perceived knowledge and knowledge gaps of medicines research and development among Finnish general public by Mirjami Tran Minh, Manu Tamminen, Jenni Tamminen-Sirkiä, Muntasir Mamun Majumder, Rubina Tabassum, Tuuli Lahti

“…The survey was carried out in Finland in 2019.Methods The survey was conducted as an online survey by Kantar TNS Gallup Forum online panel. …”
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Comparison the Effect of trans-septal suture technique versus the intranasal Merocel packing regarding local nasal pain and sleep disturbances after septoplasty by Said Mustafa Said

“…The aim of this study was to compare the effect of the transseptal suture technique versus the intranasal packing regarding local nasal pain and sleep disturbances after septoplasty. Methods: Prospective comparative study conducted on 120 patients. …”
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Control of glycaemia and its related factors in patients with type 2 diabetes, north of Iran: generalized linear mixed models and prevalence of overdispersion in patients by Samaneh Hosseinzadeh, Saeideh Davar

“…Results: The results indicated that 93% of patients had an Index of Glycemic Control (IGC) equal to 3 in the first year, and this percentage decreased to 60.7% by the third year. …”
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Lyubov S. Tsvetkova. Activity and Personality in Neuropsychology by Natalya K. Korsakova, Marina V. Kalantarova

“…The article describes the development of the scientific school of restorative education of Luria — Tsvetkova, which proposes a methodology and systems of techniques and methods for restoring speech and the processes directly and immediately related to it, as well as other forms of mental activity, the psychological composition of which includes speech. …”
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Ginkgolide B Inhibits EMT and Promotes Pyroptosis in Gastric Cancer via AKT/mTOR Pathway by Lu X, Zhang Y, Wang R, Li Z

“…This study elucidates the anti-cancer properties of Ginkgolide B (GGB), a diterpenoid lactone derived from Ginkgo biloba, in both in vitro and in vivo models of GC.Methods and Results: Using AGS and HGC-27 cell lines, we assessed GGB’s impact on cellular proliferation, colony formation, migration, invasion, apoptosis, and pyroptosis. …”
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Defining the Influence of Age and Gender on Key Performance Metrics in Badminton by Titis Pambudi, FX Sugiyanto, Tomoliyus Tomoliyus, Ilham Ilham, Bekir Erhan Orhan, Vlad Adrian Geantă

“…Participants were grouped by age (9–10, 11–12, 13–14 years) and gender, ensuring equal representation. Over two months, data on smashing, lobbing, driving, footwork, and error rates were collected. …”
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Comparable Effects of Sleeve Gastrectomy and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass on Basal Fuel Metabolism and Insulin Sensitivity in Individuals with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes by Katrine Brodersen, Michael F. Nielsen, Bjørn Richelsen, Esben S. Lauritzen, Einar Pahle, Jan Abrahamsen, Bolette Hartmann, Jens J. Holst, Niels Møller

“…Our data suggest that RYGB and SG improve basal fuel metabolism and two-step insulin sensitivity in the liver, muscle, and fat and seem equally favourable when investigated 2 months after surgery. …”
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Who do you know, or what do you know? Board intellectual capital components for non-profit board role fulfilment by Hanli Mulholland, Gert Human

“…Purpose: Nonprofit organisations (NPOs) are crucial in building stable and equal societies. NPOs remain under pressure due to increased societal needs and a competitive funding environment. …”
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Differential approach in selecting beta-adrenoblocker therapy for patients with chronic heart failure and anaemia by T. M. Uskach, A. G. Kochetov, S. N. Tereschenko

“…To study the effects of β -AB therapy on the anaemia clinical course among CHF patients. Material and methods. The study included 90 ambulatory patients with Functional Class (FC) II-IV CHF and anaemia. …”
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Experimental studies on vibrowave processes in utilization technology of combine harvester parts (case study: guide pulleys) by Anatoly P. Babichev, Vladimir N. Vesnin, Alina A Akulova, Alexander N. Mikhaylov

“…The samples are contaminated approximately equally. The rollers are weighed. The treatment is performed in the vibration hydrocarbon gas unit 4×10. …”
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Electroacupuncture Mechanisms in Managing Preoperative Anxiety and Postoperative Pain Chronification: A Review by Erasmus S, Lyu Z, Zhou J, Fang J, Liang Y

“…Electroacupuncture (EA), a technique that combines traditional acupuncture with electrical stimulation applied through needles to enhance therapeutic effect, offers a potential solution by targeting multiple neurobiological pathways.Objective: This review investigates how EA addresses preoperative anxiety-induced postoperative hyperalgesic priming ie pain chronification, focusing on its mechanisms in three areas: preoperative anxiety, postoperative hyperalgesic priming, and the interaction between EA and these processes.Methods: A literature search across PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar identified relevant studies on EA’s effects on neurobiological pathways related to anxiety and pain. …”
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Novel PEEK Retentive Elements versus Conventional Retentive Elements in Mandibular Overdentures: A Randomized Controlled Trial by M. Y. Sharaf, Asharaf Eskander, Mohamed Afify

“…To compare retention and patient satisfaction of implant-supported mandibular overdentures retained by conventional nylon clip and metal housings for ball attachments versus PEEK clip and housings. Methods. Twenty-two participants were divided into 2 equal groups (n = 11). …”
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The knowledge translation status in selected Eastern-Mediterranean universities and research institutes. by Katayoun Maleki, Randah R Hamadeh, Jaleh Gholami, Ahmed Mandil, Saima Hamid, Zahid Ahmad Butt, Abdulaziz Bin Saeed, Dalia Y M El Kheir, Mohammed Saleem, Sahar Maqsoud, Najibullah Safi, Ban A Abdul-Majeed, Reza Majdzadeh

“…The remaining domains were more or less equal in strength and were not in a favorable state. …”
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A comparison between the effect of Oral Melatonin and Hydroxyzine for preventing preoperative Anxiety in Pediatric Patients undergoing Adenotonsillectomy: A randomized, double-blin... by Sarah Omar Mousa, Amany Khairy Abo El Hussien, Gehad Hanafy Abdalgaliel

“…Objectives: Our study aimed to estimate the effect of a single preoperative oral melatonin versus hydroxyzine to prevent preoperative pediatric anxiety in adenotonsillectomy children. Patients and methods: In a randomized, double-blinded, prospective study, 90 children of both sexes aged 3 to 10, were divided into three equal groups, all the patients received 10 ml of apple juice 2 hours preoperatively. …”
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Perspectives from program directors on the selection process for Saudi periodontics residency programs: a cross-sectional study by Yousef Alheraisi, Hussam M. Alqahtani, Eyad Tawfeeq

“…The aim of this study is to assess the factors taken into consideration during the selection process for periodontics programs by PDs in Saudi Arabia. Methods In this cross-sectional study, an electronic survey was sent out to Periodontics PDs of the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) in Saudi Arabia. …”
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Greater Neuromuscular and Perceptual Fatigue after Low versus High Loads in the Bench Press: A Preliminary Study Applying Frequentist and Bayesian Group Analyses with Subject-by-Su... by Daniel Varela-Olalla, Juan Del Campo-Vecino, Carlos Balsalobre-Fernández

“…<b>Background/Objective:</b> This study investigated the differences in acute fatigue following resistance training performed with low versus high loads in the bench press (BP). <b>Methods:</b> Trained males (n = 5, 21.2 ± 2.77 years; 81.86 ± 6.67 kg; 177 ± 7.52 cm) undertook three protocols with 50%RM and three with 85%RM with volume equalized between protocols: muscular failure protocols (TF, RTP1 and 2), half-maximum repetition protocols (RTP3 and 4), and cluster set protocols (RTP5 and 6). …”
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Rheological properties of cement systems modified with mineral and plasticizing additives by V. S. Lesovik, D. A. Tolypin, A. N. Ryapukhin

“…In practice, it is required to obtain mixtures both of equal workability, estimated by standard technical indicators (cone sediment, spreading, etc.) and of different rheological characteristics. …”
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Comparison of Working Memory, Cognitive Flexibility, and Sustained Attention in People with Previous COVID-19 Infection Who Have Recovered with Non-Infected Counterparts by Faezeh Sarabadan, Somayeh Pour Mohammadi

“…The total sample consisted of 60 participants, with equal groups of 30 each, selected through convenience sampling. …”
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Risk of bias and confounding of observational studies of Zika virus infection: A scoping review of research protocols. by Ludovic Reveiz, Michelle M Haby, Ruth Martínez-Vega, Carlos E Pinzón-Flores, Vanessa Elias, Emma Smith, Mariona Pinart, Nathalie Broutet, Francisco Becerra-Posada, Sylvain Aldighieri, Maria D Van Kerkhove

“…Selection bias due to non-random selection is a significant issue, particularly in the case-control design, and losses to follow-up is equally important for the cohort design.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Observational research seeking to answer key questions on the ZIKV should consider these restrictions and take precautions to minimize bias in an effort to provide reliable and valid results. …”
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Platelet-Derived Growth Factor as Biomarker of Clinical Outcome for Autologous Platelet Concentrate Therapy in Grade I Knee Osteoarthritis by Di Tolla MF, Romano S, Vassetti P, Perugini D, Filoso I, Cabaro S, Ferraro G, Oriente F, Perruolo G, Arvonio F, D’Esposito V, Formisano P

“…Aim of this study was to identify predictive biomarkers for clinical outcomes in patients with grade I knee OA.Methods: A panel of growth factors (GFs) and cytokines was determined in peripheral blood (PB) and APC. …”
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