Performance evaluation of the NG-TEST CARBA 5 and Genobio K.N.I.V.O. detection K-Set lateral flow assays for the detection of carbapenemases by Chloe N. Calica, Neda Domjacic, Jennifer Dacanay, Ethel C. de Carvalho Lopes, Mariel S. Mardoquio, Yan Chen, Ramzi Fattouh

“…Thus, the identification of CPOs is an important function of clinical microbiology laboratories. This study evaluates the performance of two lateral flow assays (LFAs), the NG-Test CARBA 5 (CARBA 5) and Genobio K.N.I.V.O. …”
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Does Whole-Body Vibration Training Along With Short Foot Exercises Influence Electrophysiological and Functional Activities in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome? A Randomized Control Tr... by Roopa Rajendra Desai, Avanti Gaitonde, Manisha Rathi, Tushar J. Palekar

“…This study investigated whether SFE on WBV can have an impact on recruitment and functioning of VMO. Objective: To study the effectiveness of SFE performed with and without WBV on VMO recruitment and functional activities in PFPS. …”
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Does wearing a breathable T-shirt improve the microclimate and thermoregulatory responses during a hot outdoor running? by Hanano Kato, Yumi Okamoto, Junto Otsuka, Shotaro Yokoyama, Shoma Oshima, Kazuya Tajima, Atsushi Shiraishi, Ai Shiramoto, Tatsuro Amano

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Quantitative proteomic analysis deciphers mechanisms of sheath blight resistance in novel rice landrace against Rhizoctonia solani by Arvind Mohanan, S. K. Prashanthi, Y. P. Arun, A. Raghunandana, P. U. Krishnaraj, Spurthi N. Nayak, Yashoda Hegde

“…Utilizing Nizam Shait and BPT-5204 as representatives of ShB resistance and susceptibility, a comparative proteome analysis was performed using Orbitrap-Fusion mass spectrometry. …”
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In silico study of the potential of curcumin and its derivatives for increasing wild-type p53 expression and improving the function of p53 mutant R273H by Sarah Ika Nainggolan, Rajuddin Rajuddin, Reno Keumalazia Kamarlis, Muhammad Hambal, Frengki Frengki

“…Pharmacokinetics and toxicity assessments were performed using predictive computational models to evaluate their drug-like properties. …”
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Potential candidates from a functional food Zanthoxyli Pericarpium (Sichuan pepper) for the management of hyperuricemia: high-through virtual screening, network pharmacology and dy... by Meilin Chen, Xiaomei Chen, Qinghong Chen, Chenyang Chu, Shuxuan Yang, Chuanghai Wu, Yanting You, Andrew Hung, Angela Wei Hong Yang, Xiaomin Sun, Lin Zhou, Xiaoshan Zhao, Xiaoshan Zhao, Hong Li, Hong Li, Yanyan Liu, Yanyan Liu

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An Ensemble Approach for Detection of Malicious URLs Using SOM and Tabu Search Optimization by Simar Preet Singh, Abhilash Maroju, Mohammad Kamrul Hasan, Karan Tejpal

“…The fast spread of malicious URLs is a significant risk to online safety, since it makes assaults like spam, phishing, virus distribution, and vandalism of websites easier to carry out. …”
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A Method for Detecting Preliminary Actions During an Actual Karate Kumite Match by Kwangyun Kim, Shuhei Tsuchida, Tsutomu Terada, Masahiko Tsukamoto

“…However, players often find it difficult to recognize their own pre-actions, and accurately estimating their presence or absence is challenging with conventional motion analysis methods, as pre-actions are subtle compared to major techniques like punching or kicking. Previously, we proposed a method for detecting pre-actions during single punches performed in a static state using inertial sensors. …”
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Comparative Physicochemical and Pharmacotechnical Evaluation of Three Topical Gel-Cream Formulations by Ramona Pârvănescu, Cristina Trandafirescu, Adina Magdalena Musuc, Emma Adriana Ozon, Daniela C. Culita, Raul-Augustin Mitran, Cristina-Ionela Stănciulescu, Codruța Șoica

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Improvement of dye-sensitized solar cells' performance via co-sensitization of new azo thiazole organic dyes with ruthenium (II) based N-719 dye by Salhah D. Al-Qahtani, Rua B. Alnoman, Nada M. Alatawi, Kholood M. Alkhamis, Abrar Bayazeed, Amerah Alsoliemy, Nashwa M. El-Metwaly

“…They possess a rod-like molecular structure and exhibit strong UV–vis absorption near 600 nm. …”
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The Muscle Cells in Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions: Systematic Review by Ana Margarida Vieira, Maria Leonor Faleiro, Miguel Mascarenhas-Saraiva, Sandra Pais

“…The aim of this study was to perform an update on the pelvic floor muscle structure and function alterations of women with pelvic floor dysfunctions. …”
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Exploring electrochemical performance of Zanthoxylum armatum seed-derived activated carbon using phosphoric acid (H3PO4) for sustainable energy storage applications by Deval Prasad Bhattarai, Sabin Aryal, Pawan Kumar Mishra, Timila Shrestha, Puspa Lal Homagai, Hari Bhakta Oli, Ram Lal (Swagat) Shrestha

“…The escalating environmental concerns stemming from fossil fuel exploitation coupled with global energy demand and technological advancements underscore the urgent need for developing innovative energy storage solutions like supercapacitor. This study aims to address the critical need for advancing energy storage technologies to meet current requirements by utilizing bio-waste materials. …”
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The mediating role of family functioning between childhood adversity and adult Health- related risk behaviors: a moderated mediation analysis of generational gap in Chinese migrant... by Guanghui Shen, Jiahui Huang, Juan Fang, Yawen Zhen, Jiayi Tang, Liujun Wu, Xudong Yang, Shaochang Wu, Li Chen

“…A total of 2,187 participants completed surveys that assessed adverse childhood experiences, family functioning, and health-related risk behaviors. Mediation analysis was performed to examine the indirect effects of adverse childhood experiences on health risks through family functioning. …”
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Enhancing hydrogen evolution reaction using transition metal atoms on 6,6,12-graphyne: A DFT study by Motaghi Fatemeh, Mohammadi-Manesh Hossein

“…In this study, we present a theoretical design of transition metal (TM) anchored 6,6,12- graphyne (GY) based catalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) using density functional theory (DFT). Our findings reveal that among all evaluated systems, cobalt single-atom catalyst (SAC) anchored on 6,6,12-graphyne exhibit the highest thermodynamic stability and superior HER catalytic performance, with a remarkably low ΔGH* value of 0.042 eV. …”
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Assessing Bottlenose Dolphins’ (<i>Tursiops truncatus</i>) Health Status Through Functional Muscle Analysis, and Oxidative and Metabolic Stress Evaluation: A Preliminary Study by Claudia Gatta, Eugenio Luigi Iorio, Carla Genovese, Barbara Biancani, Alessandro Mores, Daniele La Monaca, Chiara Caterino, Luigi Avallone, Guillermo J. Sanchez-Contreras, Immaculata De Vivo, Francesca Ciani, Simona Tafuri

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Research on the Effectiveness of Temperature Control with MPCM Grouting for Cracks in the Earthen Ruins of Gaochang Ancient City by Jiahua Zou, Xiaofei Mao, Dongbo Li

“…Facing the challenges of temperature gradient-induced soil cracking and delamination in earthen ruins like Gaochang Ancient City, this study develops a novel phase change microcapsule (MPCM) grouting material designed for dual functionality: structural reinforcement and thermal regulation. …”
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Influence of <i>Eucommia ulmoides</i> Extract on the Growth, Glucose Metabolism, and Antioxidant Capacity of Largemouth Bass (<i>Micropterus salmoides</i>) by Shengqi Zhao, Dongyu Huang, Mingchun Ren, Jiaze Gu, Hualiang Liang

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Biopolymer encapsulation for improved probiotic delivery: Advancements and challenges by Srirengaraj Vijayaram, Reshma Sinha, Caterina Faggio, Einar Ringø, Chi-Chung Chou

“…The findings presented in this review highlight the superior performance of novel encapsulation methods using biopolymer blends and advanced technologies like electrospinning and layer-by-layer assembly, which provide enhanced protection and controlled release of probiotics by offering insights into the development of more robust encapsulation systems that ensure the sustained viability and bioavailability of probiotics, thus advancing their application across multiple industries. …”
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Optimization, Characterization and Pharmacological Validation of the Endotoxin-Induced Acute Pneumonitis Mouse Model by Emese Ritter, Kitti Hohl, László Kereskai, Ágnes Kemény, Dóra Hargitai, Veronika Szombati, Anikó Perkecz, Eszter Pakai, Andras Garami, Ákos Zsembery, Zsuzsanna Helyes, Kata Csekő

“…Lungs were excised and weighed, and then myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity and histopathological analysis were performed to assess pulmonary inflammation. <b>Results</b>: LPS-induced significant body weight loss, perivascular pulmonary edema, MPO activity increase, neutrophil infiltration, and respiratory function impairment in a dose-independent manner. …”
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Frequency and risk factors of sarcopenia in the elderly people by Yu. A. Safonova, N.  V. Toroptsova

“…The results of multivariate analysis showed that the probability of SP increased with a BMI of less than 25 kg / m2 (OR 5,459; 95 % CI: 1,939–15,369; p = 0.0013), severe comorbidity calculated by the Charlson index (OR 5,178; 95 % CI: 1,597–14,128; p = 0.0030) and the presence of such laboratory indicators like level 25 (OH) D less than 20 ng / ml (OR 4,989; 95 % CI: 1,321–12,626; p = 0.0420), total protein less than 64 g / l (OR 8,567; 95 % CI: 2,658–27,617; p = 0.00032), CRP more than 5 mg / l (OR 14,279; 95 % CI: 3,511–58,071; p = 0.00020) and moderately reduced renal function (GFR &lt;60 ml / min / 1.73 m (OR 12,108; 95 % CI: 3,944–37,170; p = 0.00001).Conclusions. …”
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