Dynamics of structural and functional changes of the heart and the levels of GDF 15 and NTproBNP on the candesartan and ramipril therapy in patients with heart failure with preserv... by Ya. V. Zemlyaniy

“…On the background of candesartan therapy was observed more substantial improvement of LV diastolic function with decreasing E/E' compared with ramipril. …”
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Investigating the relationship between sleep disturbances and psychopathology In children and adolescents with microdeletion of 22q11 chromosome: an exploratory study by Maria Rosaria Lala, Domenica Bellantoni, Federica Alice Maria Montanaro, Federica Alice Maria Montanaro, Maria Pontillo, Paolo Alfieri, Stefano Vicari, Stefano Vicari

“…Further studies are required to draw more consistent conclusions.…”
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Vibrational Spectroscopy Investigation Using Ab Initio and Density Functional Theory Analysis on the Structure of tert-Butyl 3a-Chloroperhydro-2,6a-epoxyoxireno[e]isoindole-5-carbo... by Hakan Arslan, Aydin Demircan, Gun Binzet, Ilhan Ozer Ilhan

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Anti-reflux mucosectomy superior to argon plasma coagulation in managing Barrett’s esophagus by improving lower esophageal sphincter pressure and cardiac sphincter valve function:... by Tianyu Liu, Zhechuan Mei

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Achieving a super-strengthening functional composite coating from ZnO doped snail shell particulate for mitigation of mild steel towards improved microstructural, corrosion, and op... by OjoS.I. Fayomi

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‘Tiny but Mighty’ Conversational Elements: Explicating Non-lexical Backchannels in Spoken Turkish by Kadriye AYTAÇ DEMİRÇİVİ, Hale IŞIK-GÜLER

“…Despite these statistical tendencies, the findings suggest that when people have more in common and more interest in the given conversational topic, they use multifunctional non-lexical backchannels to construct meaning more cooperatively, regardless of gender and age-related variables.…”
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Functional Kimchi Beverage Enhanced with γ-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Through Serial Co-Fermentation Using <i>Leuconostoc citreum</i> S5 and <i>Lactiplantibacillus plantarum</i> KS20... by Min-Jeong Kwon, Ji-Eun Kim, Sam-Pin Lee

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Is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Different in Females as Compared to Males? by Rita Vijaykumar Bothara, Madhuri Prashant Holay

“…Conclusion: There are gender-related differences in COPD risk, progression, and outcomes. Females have more symptoms, more severe obstruction, more number of exacerbations, and more functional disability as compared to males.…”
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Effects of MIND diet and propolis supplementation on metabolic syndrome indices and cognitive function among patients with metabolic syndrome in Isfahan, Iran, 2024. A rationale an... by Zeinab Gholami, Mohammad Reza Maracy, Zamzam Paknahad

“…Based on the National Cholesterol Education Program, if the person has three or more indices containing: elevated fasting blood sugar, high levels of triglycerides, hypertension, low levels of high‐density lipoprotein cholesterol, and central obesity, he suffers MetS. …”
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Facile Fabrication of Polydopamine-Functionalized Titanium Dioxide Nano/Submicro-Particles on the NiTi Substrate for Highly Efficient Solid-Phase Microextraction of Benzotriazole U... by Huiju Wang, Shoujia Wang, Kang Li, Yulong Ma, Tianhong Zhou

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of the new PDA@TiO2NPs@TiNiOCNSs@NiTi fiber showed a popcornlike nanostructure with a larger surface area and more adsorption sites. Benefitting from the abundant hydrogen bonding, rich π-electron system, and strong hydrophobicity, the functionalized PDA@TiO2NPs@TiNiOCNSs@NiTi fiber illustrated excellent extraction capability for benzotriazole ultraviolet filters (BUvFs) among typical aromatic compounds coupled to HPLC with UV detection. …”
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Dinâmica da umidade de um solo da Caatinga em função de sua condutividade térmica Soil moisture dynamics of a soil in 'Caatinga' as a function of the thermal conductivity by Alain M. B. P. de Silans, Lovania M. Werlang

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Predatory potential and functional responses of Chrysoperla zastrowi sillemi Esben-Peterson (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae) against the red spider mite, Oligonychus coffeae Nietner (Acar... by Nagaraj Santhana Bharathi, Krishnaswamy Sujatha, Thattante Parambil Rabeesh

“…All three instars exhibited a significant preference for O. coffeae eggs compared to other stages. The functional response data also indicated that the first, second, and third instars of C. z. sillemi displayed type II functional responses towards each life stage of O. coffeae when offered individually. …”
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A rare CALR exon 9 mutation p.E379Vfs*53 in AYA generation exhibits gain-of-function nature and can induce essential thrombocythemia; a case report by Keiki Nagaharu, Ryoichi Ono, Eri Nakano, Akihide Nakamura, Rukia Iwayama, Makoto Ikejiri, Koji Oka, Kohshi Ohishi, Tetsuya Nosaka, Isao Tawara, Yuka Sugimoto

“…In vitro assay revealed this mutation as a gain-of-function mutation where the C-terminus of calreticulin is altered. …”
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Motor and functional evaluation of patients with spastic paraplegia, optic atrophy, and neuropathy (SPOAN) Avaliação motora e funcional de pacientes com paraplegia espástica, atrof... by Zodja Graciani, Silvana Santos, Lucia Inês Macedo-Souza, Carlos Bandeira de Mello Monteiro, Maria Isabel Veras, Simone Amorim, Mayana Zatz, Fernando Kok

“…Modified Barthel index, which evaluate several functional aspects, was more sensitive to disclose disease progression than the spastic paraplegia scales. …”
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The effect of county border on the catchment area of towns on the example of Hajdú-Bihar County – methodology and practice by Bujdosó Zoltán, Dávid Lóránt, Uakhitova Gulmira

“…Inter-settlement relations started to play a more and more important role in the economic life of the country. …”
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On the Subject of Objects: Four Views on Object Perception and Tool Use by Tarja Susi, Tom Ziemke

“…Four different conceptions of the relation between subject and object are compared here: functional tone (von Uexküll), equipment (Heidegger), affordance (Gibson), and entry point (Kirsh). even as these concepts have developed within different disciplines (theoretical biology, philosophy, psychology, and cognitive science) and in very different historical contexts, they are used more or less interchangeably in much of the literature, and typically conflated under the label of ‘affordance’. …”
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Intrahospital switch of the P2Y12 inhibitors in patients with ST segment elevation myocardial infarction in ‘real-life’ clinical practice: the effect on the functional activity of... by L. I. Malinova, P. V. Dolotovskaya, N. F. Puchinyan, V. V. Furman

“…To assess the P2Y12 inhibitors switch in patients ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) in real-life’ clinical practice, evaluate the functional activity of thrombocytes and thrombocytopoiesis and determine the clinical and prognostic value of P2Y12 inhibitors switch in the framework of dual antiplatelet therapy in patients with STEMI.Material and methods. …”
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Efficacy of computerized cognitive training using mobile devices to promote cognitive functioning in community-dwelling older adults with or without risk of mild cognitive impairme... by Kenneth N K Fong, Alex W K So, Kevin C H Cheung, Jack Y L Cheung, Anson M H Lee, Ryan C Y Wong, Joyce S Y Lau, Pablo Cruz Gonzalez, Wilson W S Wong, Danny K F Li, Diana S H Kam

“…The group at risk of MCI improved their cognitive functioning immediately after intervention more than the non-MCI group (p < 0.001, d = 1.37 vs d = 0.55). …”
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Probiotic Fermentation of <i>Astragalus membranaceus</i> and Raphani Semen Ameliorates Cyclophosphamide-Induced Immunosuppression Through Intestinal Short-Chain Fatty Acid-Dependen... by Yang Chen, Xiaoqing Wei, Binqi Rui, Yutong Du, Zengjie Lei, Xiujie Guo, Chaoran Wang, Donglin Yuan, Xiuli Wang, Ming Li, Binbin Hou, Yinhui Liu

“…Probiotic fermentation can promote the release of more effective components from traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs). …”
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Effect of using home-based dynamic intermittent pneumatic compression therapy during periods of physical activity on functional and vascular health outcomes in chronic stroke: A ra... by James Faulkner, Eloise Paine, Nick Hudson, Scott Hannah, Amy Dennis-Jones, Louis Martinelli, Helen Hobbs

“…<h4>Background</h4>Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) therapy may benefit stroke patients by eliciting more intensive training sessions that may result in better health, mobility and ultimately quality of life. …”
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