Is It Sufficient to Select the Optimal Class Number Based Only on Information Criteria in Fixed- and Random-Parameter Latent Class Discrete Choice Modeling Approaches? by Péter Czine, Péter Balogh, Zsanett Blága, Zoltán Szabó, Réka Szekeres, Stephane Hess, Béla Juhász

“…We considered aspects such as the ratio of significant parameter estimates (it may be interesting to examine this both between and within specifications to find out which model type and class number has the most balanced ratio); the validity of the coefficients obtained (focusing on whether the conclusions are consistent with our theoretical model); whether including random parameters is justified (finding a balance between the complexity of the model and its information content, i.e., to examine when (and to what extent) the introduction of within-class heterogeneity is relevant); and the distributions of MRS calculations (since they often function as a direct measure of preferences, it is necessary to test how consistent the distributions of specifications with different class numbers are (if they are highly, i.e., relatively stable in explaining consumer preferences, it is probably worth putting more emphasis on the aspects mentioned above when choosing a model)). …”
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The Effect of Obesity and Insulin Resistance on Asthma Control in Asthmatic Children by Esra Özek Yücel, Haluk Cezmi Çokuğraş, Yıldız Çamcıoğlu, Necla Akçakaya

“…Conclusion: Obese asthmatic children may have an asthma phenotype that is more symptomatic and more difficult to control. These patients have a more impaired quality of life, so they may need a privileged follow up and medication requirements may differ…”
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A specific microbial consortium enhances Th1 immunity, improves LCMV viral clearance but aggravates LCMV disease pathology in mice by Daphne Kolland, Miriam Kuhlmann, Gustavo P. de Almeida, Amelie Köhler, Anela Arifovic, Alexandra von Strempel, Mohsen Pourjam, Silvia Bolsega, Christine Wurmser, Katja Steiger, Marijana Basic, Klaus Neuhaus, Carsten B. Schmidt-Weber, Bärbel Stecher, Dietmar Zehn, Caspar Ohnmacht

“…Mechanistically, single-cell RNA sequencing analysis of adoptively transferred virus-specific T helper cells and endogenous T helper cells in the intestinal tract reveal a stronger pro-inflammatory Th1 profile and a more vigorous expansion in OMM12 than SPF mice. Altogether, our work highlights the causative function of the intestinal microbiome for shaping adaptive anti-viral immunity with implications for vaccination strategies and anti-cancer treatment regimens.…”
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Bioinspired activation strategies for Peano-HASEL artificial muscle. by Zhaozhen Liu, Harrison McAleese, Andrew Weightman, Glen Cooper

“…<h4>Background</h4>Human muscles perform many functions during activities of daily living producing a wide range of force outputs, displacements, and velocities. …”
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Application of machine learning algorithms for predicting the life-long physiological effects of zinc oxide Micro/Nano particles on Carum copticum by Maryam Mazaheri-Tirani, Soleyman Dayani, Majid Iranpour Mobarakeh

“…Machine learning (ML) methods are recommended to elucidate more consistence and predictable relations among the affected parameters. …”
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Options for optimizing noninvasive respiratory support in the development of hypoxemic acute respiratory failure by A. G. Koryakin, A. V. Vlasenko, E. P. Rodionov, V. I. Makovey, V. V. Erofeev, S. A. Osipov, E. A. Evdokimov

“…Risk factors for tracheal intubation were revealed: RS duration more than 4.5 days, intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) more than 18 cm of water.Conclusions. …”
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Understanding how users of home-based aged care services with cognitive impairment rate their social care related quality of life by Lyn Phillipson, James Caiels, Louisa Smith, Ann-Marie Towers

“…Qualitative comments suggest many experienced more significant limitations than some of their ratings may imply. …”
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Comparing different montages of transcranial direct current stimulation on dual-task walking and cortical activity in chronic stroke: double-blinded randomized controlled trial by Pei-Ling Wong, Yea-Ru Yang, Shun-Chang Tang, Shih-Fong Huang, Ray-Yau Wang

“…Results The bilateral tDCS (p = 0.017) and cathodal tDCS (p = 0.010) improved the CDT walking speed more than sham group. The bilateral tDCS (p = 0.048) and cathodal tDCS (p = 0.048) also improved the MDT walking speed more than sham group. …”
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Next-generation immunotherapeutic approaches for blood cancers: Exploring the efficacy of CAR-T and cancer vaccines by Kiavash Hushmandi, Abbas Ali Imani Fooladi, Russel J. Reiter, Najma Farahani, Liping Liang, Amir Reza Aref, Noushin Nabavi, Mina Alimohammadi, Le Liu, Gautam Sethi

“…Future research should prioritize optimizing treatment sequencing, personalizing therapeutic combinations based on individual patient and tumor characteristics, and developing novel strategies to enhance T cell persistence and function within the tumor microenvironment. Ultimately, these efforts will advance the development of more effective and less toxic immunotherapeutic interventions, offering new hope for patients battling this challenging disease. …”
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Effect of core wettability on seepage characteristics during CO2 saline aquifer sequestration process by MEIHERIAYI Mutailipu, Fusheng XUE, Tao LI, Yanjing LI, Yu LIU

“…For anisotropic wettability, the displacement process was more complex, and its influence on relative permeability and residual saline water saturation varied. …”
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Comparisons of risk factors and outcomes between abdominal aortic aneurysm and peripheral arterial disease: a case-control study by Ian Beeton, Jay Acharya, Bengisu Kesin Meric, James Hobden, Tahir Ali, Thang S. Han

“…Myocardial infarct was more prevalent in AAA, and diabetes more in PAD, whilst atrial fibrillation, stroke, congestive heart failure and hypertension did not differ between groups. …”
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Practice-based research examining effectiveness of exposure-based CBT for youth in a community mental health setting by Emily M. Becker-Haimes, Michal Weiss, Temma Schaechter, Sophia Young, Amanda L. Sanchez

“…Ex-CBT was delivered in more than twice as many sessions compared to typical clinical trials. …”
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Case report: Bevacizumab-induced cerebrovascular events: a case series report and literature review by Ke Chen, Boyang Jiang, Boyang Jiang, Huiping Yan, Huiping Yan, Liu Yang, Liu Yang, Zheling Chen, Zheling Chen

“…By binding to VEGF, it loses the opportunity to activate VEGFR and then plays an anti-angiogenic role. In addition, more and more studies have emphasized the efficacy and safety of bevacizumab in the treatment of brain metastases from solid tumors. …”
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Antimicrobial properties of ethanolic plant extracts on microorganisms of the genus Staphylococcus aureus, Echerihia coli by A. M. Khyl, S. B. Peredera

“…It has also been found that the “wells” method is more effective than the paper disc method and gives a more accurate result, so it is relevant in further research. …”
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Differentiating Apical and Basal Left Ventricular Aneurysms Using Sphericity Index: A Clinical Study by Slobodan Tomić, Stefan Veljković, Armin Šljivo, Dragana Radoičić, Goran Lončar, Milovan Bojić

“…However, apical aneurysms were larger (greater LVAV and LVAA) and more significantly reduced functional myocardium. …”
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Litter Removal Counteracts the Effects of Warming on Soil Bacterial Communities in the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau by Guanwen Li, Yang Wu, Wenjing Chen, Ziwen Zhao, Yuanze Li, Leilei Qiao, Guobin Liu, Sha Xue

“…Stochastic processes played a more important role in shaping the microbial community composition, and soil–available phosphorus and soil ammonium contributed more to the βNTI of the bacterial community, while total phosphorus and NAG enzyme in the soil contributed more to the βNTI of the fungal community. …”
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A Comparison of Sexual Dysfunctions in Female Patients with Major Depressive Disorder and Panic Disorder by Tongu&ccedil; Demir Berkol, S&uuml;heyla Do&eth;an Bulut, Esra Alata&thorn;, Dicle G&ouml;rkem, Esra &Ccedil;avdar, &Yacute;lker &Ouml;zy&yacute;ld&yacute;r&yacute;m

“…In female major depressive disorder patients any of sexual function and sexual dysfunction can be said to be more affected than in panic disorder patients. …”
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Integrated Planning of Charging Piles and Battery Swapping Stations Considering Spatiotemporal Distribution of Electric Vehicles by Liang Zhang, Ruyi Huo, Guowei Cai, Koh Leong Hai, Ling Lyu, Peng Wang

“…With the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), more charging and battery swapping facilities are needed to meet growing demand. …”
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Survival and Neurologic Outcomes From Pharmacologic Peptide Administration During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation of Pulseless Electrical Activity by Matt T. Oberdier, Jing Li, Daniel I. Ambinder, Masahito Suzuki, Ethan Tumarkin, Sarah Fink, Luca Neri, Xiangdong Zhu, Cody N. Justice, Terry L. Vanden Hoek, Henry R. Halperin

“…In addition, intra‐CPR cooling is more effective than postresuscitation cooling. Physical cooling is associated with increased protein kinase B activity. …”
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Effectiveness and safety of fluoroscopy-guided acupuncture for subacromial impingement syndrome: A randomized, patient-assessor blind, parallel clinical trial by Hee-Ra Shin, Jihye Seo, Kyungtae Park, Sung-Hu Ann, Soo-Ji Park, Sangkwan Lee, Seung-Ryong Yeom

“…No adverse events were related to this trial. Conclusion: LA was more effective than CA in relieving pain and improving function in terms of VAS and SPADI. …”
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