Discovery of natural CdnP inhibitors through structure-based virtual screening and molecular dynamics simulations by Xiaoxia Gu, Chaohu Xiong, Xinyu Wang, Hucheng Zhu, Weiguang Sun, Yan He, Jinwen Zhang

“…ABSTRACT Tuberculosis, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, remains one of the most lethal infectious diseases both historically and in the post-coronavirus disease 2019 era. CdnP (Rv2837c) functions as a bifunctional oligoribonuclease and 3′(2′)-phosphoadenosine 5′-phosphate-phosphatase that impedes host immune responses by recognizing bacterial cyclic dinucleotides such as c-di-AMP, which serve as pathogen-associated molecular patterns. …”
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Emerging Diagnostic Approaches for Musculoskeletal Disorders: Advances in Imaging, Biomarkers, and Clinical Assessment by Rahul Kumar, Kiran Marla, Kyle Sporn, Phani Paladugu, Akshay Khanna, Chirag Gowda, Alex Ngo, Ethan Waisberg, Ram Jagadeesan, Alireza Tavakkoli

“…Point-of-care ultrasound and portable diagnostic devices have expanded real-time imaging and functional assessment capabilities across diverse clinical settings. …”
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Mapping the Λ_sCDM Scenario to <i>f</i>(<i>T</i>) Modified Gravity: Effects on Structure Growth Rate by Mateus S. Souza, Ana M. Barcelos, Rafael C. Nunes, Özgür Akarsu, Suresh Kumar

“…We investigate the evolution of the growth rate and derive new observational constraints for this scenario using RSD measurements. We also present new constraints in the standard <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><msub><mi mathvariant="sans-serif">Λ</mi><mi mathvariant="normal">s</mi></msub></semantics></math></inline-formula>CDM case, incorporating the latest Type Ia supernovae data samples available in the literature, along with BAO data from DESI. …”
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MAGICAL REALISM IN THE CONTEXT OF POSTMODERN AESTHETICS: HERMANN KASACK’S “THE CITY BEYOND THE RIVER” AND MAX KIDRUK’S “DON’T LOOK BACK AND STAY QUIET” INTER- TEXTUAL CONNECTIONS... by Tetiana V. Bykova, Nina D. Osmak

“…As a result of a study, a consonance between Magical Realism and Postmodernism was identified, which is present at the ideological level: the aesthetics of magical realism and postmodern aesthetics are based on an epistemological crisis caused by a doubt about the legitimacy of “classical” knowledge and the process of cognition. …”
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miRNA let-7f-5p-encapsulated labial gland MSC-derived EVs ameliorate experimental Sjögren’s syndrome by suppressing Th17 cells via targeting RORC/IL-17A signaling axis by Yufei Xie, Maosheng Chai, Yixiao Xing, Peiru Zhou, Pan Wei, Hong Hua

“…These small RNAs are essential for EV-mediated functions, particularly in regulating gene expression and modulating the immune microenvironment. …”
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Dermatoglifia y Somatotipo en Jugadores de Voleibol del Departamento del Huila en los XX Juegos Deportivos Nacionales Colombia (Dermatoglyphia and Somatotype in Volleyball Players... by Oscar Alfredo Montenegro Arjona, Oscar Leonardo Cordoba Urriago, Angie Carolina Calderón Sterling, Cristian Javier Mendez Parra, Gian Carlos Tovar Osso

“…The volleyball team is classified in class IV of the dermatoglyphic and somatic functional index; where, the low presence of arches and a higher count of loops are typical of sports due to the dominance of power, coordination, and endurance. …”
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Diegetic Invisible/Vanishing in Silent Cinema and its Origins / Диегетическое исчезающее/невидимое в немом кино и его корни by SALNIKOVA EKATERINA V. / САЛЬНИКОВА Е.В.

“…In adventure and adventure-fantasy films, this motif performs a whole set of functions. Using the example of several films, I uncover its rich semantic potential. …”
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Modelo de aprendizaje para la selección de un proyecto diseño-construcción (llave en mano) en el sector público A learning model for design-build project selection in the public se... by Alfonso Bastias, Keith R Molenaar

“…This model adjusts parameters and functions using artificial intelligence as the main knowledge engine. …”
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O Uso da Teoria da Autodeterminação no Contexto da Gamificação. Uma Revisão de Literatura / The Use of the Self-Determination Theory in the Context of Gamification. A Literature Re... by Amarillys R. Félix da Silva, Alanda Maria Ferro Pereira, Sheyla Christine Santos Fernandes, Nycolas Emanuel Tavares de Lira, Ig Ibert Bittencourt

“…The Self-Determination Theory was conceived with the aim of studying the links between personality, human motivation and optimal functioning. Presenting two types of motivation, intrinsic and extrinsic. …”
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Quercetin modulates transcription of the apoptotic and CatSper genes and optimises post thaw viability and kinematics of buck spermatozoa by Alok Kumar, J. K. Prasad, Nishant Kumar, Sonika Verma, Mukul Anand, Amrita Behera, Ajeet Kumar, Jitendra Tiwari, Rahul Dhariya, Sumit Singhal, Vishal Yadav

“…Abstract Oxidative stress during semen processing affects sperm membrane integrity, leading to compromised sperm membrane functions and kinematics, often resulting in reproductive losses. …”
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Relationship between different methods of visualization of hip joint lesions in patients with axial spondyloarthritis during a two-year observational study by E. M. Agafonova, Sh. Erdes

“…As for other clinical manifestations of the disease at the time of inclusion in the study, among 77 patients, 75% had peripheral arthritis, and after 2 years – only about 39% (p&lt;0.05). The patient’s functional index (BASFI) was initially 3.3, and after 2 years it decreased down to 1.3 (p&lt;0.05).Results. …”
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AIM2 activation mediated by RIPK1/3-dependent mitochondrial DNA release drives Aβ1−40-Induced retinal pigment epithelium injury by Xiaoxu Huang, Tongqi Li, Guanran Zhang, Jieqiong Chen, Tong Li, Shiqi Yang, Qiyu Bo, Xiaohuan Zhao, Xiaoling Wan, Xinyue Zhu, Bo Yu, Xiaodong Sun, Junran Sun

“…Amyloid-beta (Aβ), the primary component of amyloid plaques in Alzheimer’s disease (AD), is also present within drusen and is considered a critical factor contributing to RPE degeneration in AMD. …”
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CO13 | Genetic background in hypercholesterolemic patients framing cardiovascular risk

“…Many FH subjects (about 60%) did not demonstrate functional mutations in major candidate genes (LDLR, APOB, PCSK9, LDLRAP1). …”
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As contribuições dos estudos de Vygotski à educação: notas sobre um pensamento revolucionário by Talita Santana Maciel, Anna Augusta Sampaio de Oliveira

“…Therefore, the objective of this text is to present theoretical elements that can enable the reader to understand some of the ideas systematized by this soviet thinker, and to contribute, above all, to school education. …”
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CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF PARATEXTS IN UKRAINIAN TRANSLATIONS OF THE HOLY SCRIPTURES by Oksana V. Dzera

“…The current paper aims to present linguistic, pragmatic, and sociocultural features of the paratexts of the Peresopnytsia Gospel and five complete Ukrainian translations of the Holy Scriptures. …”
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Inclusión educativa de los estudiantes con discapacidad: un análisis de la percepción del profesorado (Educational inclusion of students with disabilities: an analysis of teachers'... by Lucía Pérez Vera, Susana Sánchez Herrera, María José Rabazo Méndez, María Jesús Fernández Sánchez

“…The results show that the majority of teachers affirm that the center in which they carry out their functions attends students with special educational needs and that curricular adaptations are the means by which these students receive regular educational support. …”
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Ecological-environmental consequences of urban sprawl in rural settlements around the Hamedan city by Naser Shafiei Sabet, Sogand Khaksar

“…Introduction: Imposition by cities of new roles and functions on peripheral areas has provoked economic, social and spatial disturbances in those areas (Shafiei Sabet & Bozorgniya, 2013). …”
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Clinical Features and Correlates of Poor Nighttime Sleepiness in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease by Xiaoling Qin, Xue Li, Gang Chen, Xu Chen, Mingyu Shi, Xue-kui Liu, Zai-li Li, Zai-e Xin, Dianshuai Gao

“…Objective. The present study investigated the clinical features and correlates of poor nighttime sleepiness (PNS) in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). …”
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Strategi Komunikasi PT Jasa Raharja Cabang D.I. Yogyakarta dalam Program Millennial Road Safety by Devin Airlangga, Pratiwi Wahyu Widiarti

“…Furthermore, to support the success of its communication strategy, PT Jasa Raharja Branch of Special Region of Yogyakarta also implement public relations functions such as internal relations, publicity, advertising, press agentry, public affairs, lobbying, issue management, investor relations and development.  …”
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Bio-inhibitive corrosion effect of carica papaya leaf extract on cold-rolled mild steel in 0.1 M HCl solution by Nnamdi Chibuike Iheaturu, Stanley Udochukwu Ofoegbu, Bibiana Chimezie Aharanwa, Magdalene Nkeiru Akanbi, Daniel Iheanacho Udunwa, Kayode Olugbenga Ayo, Augusta Ndidi Eke, Blessing Opeoluwa Ogunsemore, Precious Oluebube Ndukwu, Chikaodinaka Ngozi Umeh

“…The gravimetric method was used to determine the coupons' corrosion rate (CR), surface coverage, and inhibition efficiency (IE%) of the CPLE. The functional groups in the CPLE were identified using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and the surface appearance of the coupons after immersion was examined using an atomic force microscope (AFM). …”
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