Inhibition of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid to reduce neutrophil extracellular trap production improves lung condition in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease mice by Qiang Zeng, Lei Xue, Wu Li, Cheng Liang, Weijia Zhou, Wei Xiong, Xiaotian Dai

“…In animal experiments, 5-HIAA levels were higher in both the plasma and lung tissues of COPD mice compared with normal mice. …”
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Building a Sakinah Family of Qur'anic Memorizers: A Strategic Approach and Dynamics in the Framework of Contemporary Islamic Family Law by Digdo Aji Mukti, Zamakhsyari bin Hasballah Thaib, Fahrozi, Muh Zaitun Ardi, M. Fijar Ishlahul Ummah

“…This study argues that the spiritual practice of memorizing the Qur'an can be a significant strategy in improving family harmony and emotional well-being, making it relevant to be used as a reference in a strategic approach to building a sakinah family in the modern era. Methods – This research utilized a phenomenological study to gain in-depth insight into the informants' experiences. …”
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The effectiveness of art therapy based on coping cat program on fear of failure in Syrian war-affected children with secondary traumatic stress symptoms by Mohammad Kalthom, Parisa Darouei, Amir Ghamarani

“…Aims: This research aimed to investigate the effectiveness of an art therapy intervention based on the coping cat program in reducing the fear of failure in children affected by the Syrian war and experiencing secondary traumatic stress (STS). Methods: The current study utilized a semi-experimental design with pre-test, post-test, and follow-up (3 months) measurements, involving a sample of Syrian children aged 10–12 exposed to the war. …”
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Doctor-patient communication in obesity disease - the perspective of Polish primary care physicians by Iwona Drozdowska, Antonina Doroszewska, Tomasz Pasierski

“…These include inadequate training in obesity management and communication with patients, as well as a pervasive and problematic bias in the approach to the treatment of patients with obesity. Methods The objective of the study was to examine the knowledge, self-assessment, experiences and perceptions of primary care doctors in Poland with regard to the communication and management of obesity. …”
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The efficacy of a novel tomato extracts formulation on skin aging and pigmentation: A randomized, double-blind, parallel-controlled trial by Silu Zhang, Shan Lu, Yun Wang, Jiayi Ni, Guoxun Xiao

“…Objective: To evaluate the effects of an orally administered formulation on the skin aging and pigmentation. Material and Methods: In this study, a randomized, double-blind, parallel-controlled trial was conducted, utilizing the WONDERLAB® Tomato Niacinamide beverage. …”
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Effect of Hemodilution <i>in vitro</i> and <i>in vivo</i> on the Hemostatic System by A. A. Kinzersky, V. T. Dolgikh, M. S. Korzhuk, D. A. Kinzerskaya, S. V. Romanenko

“…The aim of the study was to determine experimentally the effect of hemodilution by the 2:1 sterofundin/gelofusine (SG) solution on hemostatic parameters in vitro and in vivo.Material and methods. Experiments were carried out on 75 male Wistar rats weighing 270–380 g and anesthetized with intramuscular tiletamine-zolazepam (40 mg/kg) + xylazine (10 mg/kg). …”
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Knockdown of PAK1IP1 can Induce Pyroptosis to Inhibit the Progression of Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Xiaoliang Lu, Jie Chen, Zefa Lu, Hong Zang

“…PAK1IP1 showed a remarkably higher increase in tumor samples than in normal samples, which might be related to immune cell infiltration in liver cancer. …”
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Variability in Fishmeal Nutritional Value in Weaned Pigs and Development of Predictive Equations by Pei Yang, Xiaoyan Su, Bin Li, Junqi Jin, Bing Yu, Jun He, Jie Yu, Quyuan Wang, Huifen Wang, Daiwen Chen, Hui Yan

“…The apparent ileal digestibility (AID) and standardized ileal digestibility (SID) of amino acids, digestible energy (DE), metabolizable energy (ME), and the apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD) of nutrients in 10 fishmeal (FM) samples were evaluated in weaned barrows (Duroc × Landrace × Yorkshire) using two experiments. …”
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Association between school bullying and self-harm in Chinese children and adolescents: the mediating role of mindfulness by Changlin Zhang, Fang Liu, Hailiang Ran, Yusan Che, Die Fang, Shuqing Liu, Guiqing Zheng, Yandie He, Yi Xiang, Jin Lu, Yuanyuan Xiao

“…Methods A population-based sample of 5897 adolescents in two places of Yunnan Province were surveyed by using self-administered questionnaires. …”
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Single-cell transcriptomic analyses reveal heterogeneity and key subsets associated with survival and response to PD-1 blockade in cervical squamous cell carcinoma by Xia Li, Zhao Zhao, Yanmei Cheng, Jiaqin Yan, Fang Ren, Yanyan Jia, Juanhua Li, Binhui Wang, Junqi Liu, Chenyin Wang, Meimei Gao, Hao Gu, Mingliang Fan, Huirong Shi, Mei Ji, Qitai Zhao

“…Abstract Background Understanding the intricate tumor microenvironment (TME) is crucial for elucidating the mechanisms underlying the progression of cervical squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) and its response to anti-PD-1 therapy. Methods In this study, we characterized 50,649 cells obtained from the CSCC for single-cell RNA sequencing and integrated bulk sequencing data from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) and clinical samples to explore their cell composition, metabolic processes, signaling pathways, specific transcription factors, lineage tracking and response to immunotherapy. …”
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Personality traits and academic attitudes of medical students in the COVID-19 pandemic: a person-centered approach, empirical research, Korea by Jaesang Hwang, Ji Hye Yu, Janghoon Lee, Ikhan Kim, Su Jin Chae, Mijin Lee, Janghee Park

“…This study aimed to investigate medical students’ personality profiles and the difference between academic burnout and engagement according to their personality profiles. Methods During the 2021–2022 academic year, when online-based education was implemented due to the pandemic, a survey was conducted among medical students in Korea (N=325). …”
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The Impact of Sleep on Sensory Processing in Typically Developing Children: Insights from Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Data by Sophie Bellemare, Gabriela López-Arango, Florence Deguire, Inga S. Knoth, Sarah Lippé

“…This study explores the relationship between sleep parameters and sensory processing outcomes in typically developing children followed longitudinally from 3 to 12 months to 4 years of age. Methods: We assessed sleep problems, sleep duration, sleep onset latency, parasomnias, and sensory processing in a sample of typically developing children (N = 85). …”
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Metabolic Implications of Elevated Neutrophil Extracellular Traps in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Focus on Hepatic Glycolysis by Siyu Lin, Yushan Li, Wei Liu, Yanzhi Du, Tao Tao

“…Recent studies have increasingly implicated neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in the pathogenesis of metabolic diseases. <b>Methods:</b> Serum and follicular fluid samples were collected from patients with PCOS and control populations to assess NETs levels. …”
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Effect of dietary lecithin on antioxidant defense of rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss broodstock and offspring by Fatemeh Jafari, Naser Agh, Farzaneh Noori, Abdoljabbar Irani, Reyhaneh Ravanbakhsh, Mahdi Imani

“…At the end of the experiment, the samples of serum, ovum, egg and larvae were collected for antioxidant activity of CAT, SOD and MDA analyses. …”
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Effect of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LPJZ-658 on caecum microbiota and serum metabolomics of Luhua broiler by Mengjiao Li, Mengjiao Li, Zhongyuan Liu, Chen Chen, Ziqi Liu, Liming Liu

“…The study lasted for 28 days. At the end of the experiment, serum and caecum samples were collected for analysis.ResultsIn the LPJZ-658 group, the serum IgA level, and activity of SOD were significantly higher, concentration of MDA was markedly lower than in the CON group. …”
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Implementation of Telemedicine for Patients With Dementia and Their Caregivers: Scoping Review by Mengfei Ye, Zheng Liu, Weigen Xie, Mengna Shou, Shengpang Wang, Xuebing Lin, Yan Xu, Miner Yao, Jialu Chen, Yunli Shou, Jingzhu Wu, Lili Guan

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to synthesize the implementation strategies for providing telemedicine to assist patients with dementia and their caregivers in home and community settings and to examine its effectiveness and implementation barriers. MethodsIn accordance with the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) guidelines, a systematic search was conducted across 6 databases, including MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Web of Science, and ProQuest. …”
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Emotional analysis of operating room nurses in acute care hospitals in Japan: insights using ChatGPT by Kentaro Hara, Reika Tachibana, Ryosuke Kumashiro, Kodai Ichihara, Takahiro Uemura, Hiroshi Maeda, Michiko Yamaguchi, Takahiro Inoue

“…Abstract Aim This study aimed to explore the emotions of operating room nurses in Japan towards perioperative nursing using generative AI and human analysis, and to identify factors contributing to burnout and turnover. Methods A single-center cross-sectional study was conducted from February 2023 to February 2024, involving semi-structured interviews with 10 operating room nurses from a national hospital in Japan. …”
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Effect of beverages with different alcoholic concentration on composite resins by Laís Andrade La-Gatta, Alexandre Marques de Resende, Luís Felipe Marques de Resende, Rafael Barroso Pazinatto, Igor do Carmo de Souza, Antônio Márcio Resende do Carmo

“… Objective: To evaluate if alcoholic beverages can cause color change in composite resins, if the alcoholic concentration influences this variation besides analyzing within the composite resins tested, which would present greater color stability when subjected to the experiment. Material and Methods: 90 specimens of three different composite resins (IPS Empress Direct, Grandio®So and Filtek Z350 XT) were immersed in distilled water (control group), red wine and vodka. …”
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Potential protective role of Bifidobacteria in myopia prevention: evidence from full-length 16S rRNA sequencing and bidirectional Mendelian randomization analysis by Guodong Tang, Yibo Han, Xiaoqi Gong, Xuejing Wang, Jing Li, Jun Zhang, Junru Wang, Jike Song, Jike Song, Hongsheng Bi, Hongsheng Bi

“…Accumulating evidence suggests a potential link between ocular diseases and the gut microbiota (GM); however, whether the GM directly contributes to myopia development remains to be established.MethodsThis study investigated the potential causal link between the GM and myopia through bidirectional Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis, further validated by experiments conducted on a form-deprivation myopia (FDM) guinea pig model. …”
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TROAP promotes esophageal squamous cell carcinoma progression via the PI3K/AKT pathway by Liqiang Shi, Yajie Zhang, Cong Yang, Yaxin Wang, Yichao Han, Chuanyin Li, Yun Yang, Dong Dong, Mingyuan Du, Hecheng Li

“…This study aimed to explore the clinical significance and biological function of TROAP in ESCC. Methods The expression and clinical relevance of TROAP in ESCC were analyze using GEO and TCGA databases. …”
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