Expression Analysis of COPB2 and Bcl-2 in Early Stages of Endometrial Carcinoma by Branko Andrić, Danijela Cvetković, Stefan Blagojević, Marko Stanković, Nenad Kokošar, Dragutin Sretenović, Dragiša Šljivančanin, Branislav Milošević, Danijela Milošev, Petar Arsenijević

“…All patients in the experimental group had early-stage cancer without metastases at the time of sample collection. Gene expression was performed using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method at the Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac. …”
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The Impact of Autonomy Reform on the Efficiency of Public Hospitals in China: A DEA-ITSA Combination Analysis by An N, Zou Q, Li JB, Luo K, Sun G, Ni X, Xia O

“…The purpose of this research is to assess the reform’s success and explore its effects on hospital outcome efficiency, laying a foundation based on empirical evidence for future policy decisions.Methods: The data envelopment analysis(DEA) and interrupted time-series analysis (ITSA) approaches were combined to analyze the reform impacts on the 16 samples of Shenzhen municipal public hospitals in China, using data extracted from the Shenzhen Health Statistics Yearbook from 2002 to 2023.Results: The results revealed that from 2002 to 2023, 15 out of 16 sample hospitals achieved total factor productivity improvement in Shenzhen city of China, with the average growth rate of Malmquist total factor productivity index(MI) was 3.05% and the highest growth rate was 6.93%, yet only one hospital showing a growth rate of − 0.02%. …”
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Leveraging Diverse Cell-Death Patterns to Decipher the Interactive Relation of Unfavorable Outcome and Tumor Microenvironment in Breast Cancer by Yue Li, Ting Ding, Tong Zhang, Shuangyu Liu, Jinhua Wang, Xiaoyan Zhou, Zeqi Guo, Qian He, Shuqun Zhang

“…Our study aimed to explore the complex mechanisms underlying these interactions and establish a prognostic prediction model for breast cancer. Methods: Using TCGA and METABRIC datasets, we integrated single-sample gene set enrichment analysis (ssGSEA), weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA), and Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) to explore PCD-TME interactions. …”
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Core-Shell Magnetic Nanocarriers: Fe3O4-Hydroxyapatite/Polysuccinimide Hybrids for Enhanced Oral Bioavailability of Fluorouracil by Zhang W, Wang Q, Zhai F, Fan X, Meng F, Shen G, Zhu Y, Cao J, Yu F

“…The engineered nanoparticles were thoroughly characterized for their morphological characteristics, hydrodynamic properties (particle size distribution and zeta potential), magnetic responsiveness (vibrating sample magnetometry), and pH-dependent drug release profiles. …”
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Mixed teff (Eragrostis tef, Poaceae) cultivation and consumption among smallholder farmers in South Wollo Zone, Ethiopia by Daniel Melese, Zemede Asfaw, Zerihun Woldu, Bikila Warkineh, Endale Amare, Alex C.  McAlvay, Morgan Ruelle

“…Data were collected through structured surveys with 304 randomly sampled interviewees, semi-structured interviews with 36 purposively sampled key informants, six focus group discussions, guided field tours and market surveys. …”
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Deformation prediction in innovative implant design with machine learning approaches by Mehmet Onur Yağır, Muhammed Fatih Pekşen, Şaduman Şen, Uğur Şen

“…Unlike classic implants, the sleeved implant is predicted to provide a more homogeneous distribution of chewing forces on the bone by reducing stress concentrations around the implant. …”
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The Epidemiology of Hepatitis D Virus in North Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Mohamed A. Daw, Amina M. Daw, Nadia E. M. Sifennasr, Aisha M. Draha, Ahmed M. Daw, Ali M. Daw, Mohamed O. Ahmed, Ebtisam S. Mokhtar, Abdallah El-Bouzedi, Ibrahem M. Daw

“…Hepatitis D virus (HDV) infection has been considered a serious neglected pandemic, particularly in developing countries. The virus causes a more severe disease than mono infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV). …”
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Potential application of rain water harvesting technology as an alternative clean water source to mitigate land subsidence by H.S. Hasibuan, B.N. Elizandri, F.W. Asrofani, G.A.Y. Putra

“…According to that, this study aims to analyze the contribution of rainwater harvesting technology implementation in terms of supply and utilization aspects to reducing groundwater use and meeting clean water needs for mitigating land subsidence in the coastal area of North JakartaMETHODS: This study was conducted in North Jakarta coastal area within a radius of 0—2 kilometers, by conducting survey activities on 148 households who live near the location of the technology installation, as well as collecting the depth wells data, and clean water samples. …”
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Prevalence of phenotypic drug resistance profiles and multi-drug-resistant Pseudomonas and Acinetobacter species recovered from clinical specimens in Ethiopia: a systematic review... by Mihret Tilahun, Alemu Gedefie, Abdurahaman Seid, Habtu Debash, Agumas Shibabaw

“…Conclusion The pooled prevalence of Pseudomonas and Acinetobacter species and their antibiotic resistance were alarmingly high in clinical samples in Ethiopia. These findings highlight the crucial need for more antimicrobial surveillance, stronger stewardship programs, and targeted research to combat the growing threat of resistance. …”
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Neighbourhood out-of-home food environment, menu healthiness, and their associations with meal purchasing and diet quality: a multiverse analysis by Yuru Huang, Thomas Burgoine, Christine M. White, Matthew Keeble, Tom R. P. Bishop, David Hammond, Jean Adams

“…In this cross-sectional study, we investigated associations between different measures of the neighbourhood out-of-home food environment, incorporating menu healthiness, and out-of-home meal purchasing and diet quality. Methods We used a sample of 3,481 adults in Great Britain (GB) with valid home postcodes from the 2021 International Food Policy Study. …”
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Data-driven machine learning algorithm model for pneumonia prediction and determinant factor stratification among children aged 6–23 months in Ethiopia by Addisalem Workie Demsash, Rediet Abebe, Wubishet Gezimu, Gemeda Wakgari Kitil, Michael Amera Tizazu, Abera Lambebo, Firomsa Bekele, Solomon Seyife Alemu, Mohammedamin Hajure Jarso, Geleta Nenko Dube, Lema Fikadu Wedajo, Sanju Purohit, Mulugeta Hayelom Kalayou

“…Therefore, this study aimed to develop data-driven predictive model using machine learning algorithms to predict pneumonia and stratify the determinant factors among children aged 6–23 months in Ethiopia. Methods A total of 2035 samples of children were used from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey dataset. …”
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Assessment of Salivary and GCF pH in Periodontally Healthy and Stage II, Grade B Periodontitis Subjects: An In-vivo Study by Priyanka Zerwal, Vishakha Patil, Vidya Dodwad, Pooja Pharne, Allen Naorem, Niket Bhatt

“…An independent sample t-test was applied. The analysis was conducted using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25.0. …”
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Marcadores dermatoglíficos y su relación con el perfil neuromuscular en deportistas colombianos de alto rendimiento (Dermatoglyphic markers and their relationship with the neuromu... by Carlos Alberto Ramos Parraci, Brayan Esneider Patiño-Palma, Carlos Ándres Wheeler-Botero

“…Materials and Methods: Quantitative study of cross-sectional design and correlational scope with a total sample of 149 high-performance athletes from different sports disciplines who are members of the Tolima delegation at the Colombian National Games in 2019. …”
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Design of AgI/BiVO4 heterostructures for photocatalytic antibiotic removal and antimicrobial action by Hanh Thi Truong, Tho Truong Pham, Nhi Dinh Bui, Ha Tien Le, Thuan Chi Nguyen

“…These samples were labeled AgI/BV1, AgI/BV2, and AgI/BV3, respectively. …”
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Whole-genome sequencing and metagenomics reveal diversity and prevalence of Listeria spp. from soil in the Nantahala National Forest by Jia Wang, Claire N. Schamp, Lauren K. Hudson, Harleen K. Chaggar, Daniel W. Bryan, Katie N. Garman, Mark Radosevich, Thomas G. Denes

“…Recently, metagenomic sequencing has also been explored as a tool for the detection of Listeria spp. in environmental samples. This study evaluated soil samples from four locations across altitudes ranging from 1,500 to 4,500 ft in the Nantahala National Forest in North Carolina, USA. …”
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First record of mermithid parasitism in adult biting midges, Culicoides huffi (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae), collected from Southern Thailand, with ultrastructural and molecular chara... by Chulaluk Promrangsee, Vivornpun Sanprasert, Arunrat Thepparat, Sakone Sunantaraporn, Rinnara Ampol, Rungfar Boonserm, Padet Siriyasatien, Kanok Preativatanyou

“…The Culicoides samples were morphologically identified and examined microscopically for parasitic nematodes. …”
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Differential Analysis of Oral Microbiota in db/db Mouse Model of Type 2 Diabetes Utilizing 16S rRNA Sequencing by PAN Qianjia, GE Junyi, HU Nan, HUA Fei, GU Min

“…After a 5-day adaptive feeding period, tail venous blood samples were collected on the 6th and 37th days, and fasting blood glucose (FBG) levels and oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) were performed for both groups to verify the reliability of the diabetes model. …”
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Evaluating the inactivation of a surrogate ASFV-like algal virus in a pilot solvent extraction soybean processing facility by Amanda Palowski, Cecilia Balestreri, Pedro E. Urriola, Jennifer L. G. van de Ligt, Richard Ozer, Gerald C. Shurson, Declan C. Schroeder

“…After processing, samples were evaluated for virus presence and viability using a previously validated viability qPCR (V-qPCR) method.ResultsNo detection of EhV-86 occurred on environmental surfaces, air, and dust samples pre- or post-processing. …”
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The Role of the Amygdala in Facial Trustworthiness Processing: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses of fMRI Studies. by Sara Santos, Inês Almeida, Bárbara Oliveiros, Miguel Castelo-Branco

“…Studies using ROI analysis / small volume correction methods were more often devoted specifically to the amygdala region, with some results reporting uncorrected p-values based on mainly clinical a priori evidence of amygdala involvement in these processes. …”
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Improving Large Language Models’ Summarization Accuracy by Adding Highlights to Discharge Notes: Comparative Evaluation by Mahshad Koohi Habibi Dehkordi, Yehoshua Perl, Fadi P Deek, Zhe He, Vipina K Keloth, Hao Liu, Gai Elhanan, Andrew J Einstein

“…MethodsTo test our hypothesis, we randomly sampled 15 discharge notes from the MIMIC III database and highlighted their detailed information using an interface terminology we previously developed with machine learning. …”
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