Methods of radiology in the diagnostics of chronic liver diseases by Yu. N. Savchenkov, G. E. Trufanov, V. A. Fokin, E. A. Ionova, S. E. Arakelov, I. Yu. Titova, A. Yu. Efimtsev, A. R. Meltonyan

“…The liver is one of the main organs responsible for basic metabolic functions, protein and hormone synthesis, detoxification and waste elimination. …”
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Neuroscience-informed psychoeducation for addiction: a conceptual and feasibility study by Tara Rezapour, Tara Rezapour, Kayla L. McLean, Elena Psederska, Khashayar Niki Maleki, Hamed Ekhtiari, Jasmin Vassileva, Jasmin Vassileva

“…Furthermore, we argue that various features related to content and structure need to be considered when developing such interventions delivered through digital platforms (e.g., apps and websites). …”
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Icariin-based bone scaffold for treating steroid-induced necrosis of femoral head by restoring angiogenesis and promoting osteogenesis by ZhiDong Lin, JiaQian Liu, LiLun Zhong, Wei Niu, XuLin Hu

“…Here, we developed an icariin (ICA)-functionalized β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) composite scaffold through an innovative low-temperature rapid prototyping (LT-RP) technique. …”
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Biomechanics of walking before and after surgical treatment of damaged menisci of the knee joint by D. V. Skvortsov, S. N. Churkin, A. A. Akhpashev, D. S. Agzamov, A. S. Kanaev, A. N. Lobov, V. P. Plotnikov, A. I. Zhuravleva

“…In the available literature there are a few articles devoted to the study of the KJ function when walking before and after meniscus resection. …”
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Public Health Emergency Operations Center - A critical component of mass gatherings management infrastructure by Habidah Elachola, Jaffar A Al-Tawfiq, Abdulhafiz Turkestani, Ziad A Memish

“…The recognition of the importance of PHEOC at the leadership and political level is foundational for the success of any public health intervention during MG. The ability of the PHEOC to effectively function depends on appropriate design and infrastructure, staffing and command structure, and plans and procedures developed prior to the event. …”
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The Acceptability of Occupational Therapy Using Zones of Regulation™ Concepts in an Equine Environment to Autistic Children by Jacqueline M. Browne, Sarah Jean Reega, Ellen M. Rankins, Arlene A. Schmid, B. Caitlin Peters

“…Autistic children often have impaired self-regulation which can impact daily functioning and life outcomes. Occupational Therapy Using Zones of Regulation™ Concepts in an Equine Environment (OT-ZOR-Equine) is a standardized intervention that integrates both the Zones of Regulation™ curriculum and horses into occupational therapy to address self-regulation in autistic children. …”
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Physicians’ experiences of assessing and supporting fatigued patients in primary care: a focus group study by Conrad Samuelsson, Lisa Gunnarsson, Frank Svärdman, Christian Rück, Elin Lindsäter

“…Abstract Background Fatigue is a common symptom in primary healthcare, affecting 10–30% of patients, and is associated with increased healthcare consumption and functional disability. There is a lack of standardised guidelines to assess and treat patients with fatigue, and little is known about how patients are currently managed in primary healthcare. …”
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Three-dimensional-printed headcap with embedded microdrive system for customizable multi-region brain recordings with neural probes by Jeremiah P. Hartner, Dongyang Yi, Harrison L. Zhu, Brendon O. Watson, Lei Chen

“…Electrophysiological recordings from single neurons are crucial for understanding the complex functioning of the brain and for developing eventual therapeutic interventions. …”
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A Linkable, Polycarbonate Gut Microbiome‐Distal Tumor Chip Platform for Interrogating Cancer Promoting Mechanisms by Danielle S.K. Brasino, Sean D. Speese, Kevin Schilling, Carolyn E. Schutt, Michelle C. Barton

“…Organ‐on‐chip platforms, which model minimal functional units of tissues and can tightly control communication between them, are ideal platforms to study these relationships. …”
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The emotional surge: in-depth qualitative exploration of rumination and emotional turbulence in non-suicidal self-injurers by Soulat Khan, Soulat Khan, Tasnim Rehna, Tayyab Ali Butt

“…Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is an emerging pathological condition among emerging adults, causing significant distress and hindering daily life functioning. The increasing prevalence of NSSI highlights its importance as a crucial area requiring clinical attention. …”
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Exploring Proactive Career Behavior Questionnaire Psychometrics Properties: An Adaptation to Spanish Distance Undergraduate Students by Miguel Bernabé, Richard Merhi, Ana Lisbona, Francisco Palací

“…To that end, the questionnaire is administered to 934 undergraduates. The factorial structure, validity and reliability of the questionnaire are analyzed, as well as the invariance of the scale as a function of gender. …”
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Progress of the Malabo Declaration as a Regional Agenda Towards Addressing Hunger in Africa by Chibuzor Charles Ubah, Nidhi Nagabhatla

“…We reflect that what matters is the structure, inclusiveness, and functionality of these mechanisms, including whether investments reach food-insecure populations, coordination platforms influence decisions, and policies adapt to local conditions. …”
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The Photo- and Phonosensitivity Avoidance Behavior Scales: Evaluating Clinical Utility in Pediatric Primary Chronic Headache by Allison M. Smith, Megan N. Silvia, Hannah Rogan, Alyssa A. Lebel

“…Over time, avoidance behaviors can inadvertently increase functional disability, suggesting the importance of their thorough consideration. …”
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The Adoption and Scaling of Climate-Smart Agriculture Innovation by Smallholder Farmers in South Africa: A Review of Institutional Mechanisms, Policy Frameworks and Market Dynamics by Mary Funke Olabanji, Munyaradzi Chitakira

“…The analysis highlights the importance of secure land rights, functional farmer cooperatives, effective NGO involvement, and inclusive governance structures in facilitating CSA adoption. …”
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Assessing the school food environment and its role on healthy eating behaviours among school age children in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. by Nyabasi Makori, Dyness Kejo, Hoyce Mshida, Beatrice Bachwenkizi, Devotha Mushumbusi, Zahara Daudi, Monica Chipungahelo, Ai Zhao, Anselm P Moshi

“…Findings highlight the need for interventions to improve food offerings and promote healthier food choices around schools.…”
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Stakeholders’ perspectives on community reintegration after spinal cord injury in South Africa by Eugene Nizeyimana, Quinette A. Louw, Joliana Phillips, Conran Joseph

“…Methods: A qualitative exploratory descriptive design was used. Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted and audio-recorded. …”
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Fractional-order SIR model for ADHD as a neurobiological and genetic disorder by Zeeshan Afzal, Mansoor Alshehri

“…The study also integrates optimal control theory, introducing time-dependent control functions representing prevention and treatment efforts. …”
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It is harder for me: A thematic analysis of lived experience of self-care, and its relationship with self-injurious behaviors in psychiatric patients by Jonas Bjärehed, Hanna Grenner, Sara Pavlovic, Magnus Nilsson

“… Self-injury is associated with significant psychological distress and functional impairments, including difficulties with self-care. …”
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The Effects of Acute Physical Exercise on Memory, Peripheral BDNF, and Cortisol in Young Adults by Kirsten Hötting, Nadine Schickert, Jochen Kaiser, Brigitte Röder, Maren Schmidt-Kassow

“…In animals, physical activity has been shown to induce functional and structural changes especially in the hippocampus and to improve memory, probably by upregulating the release of neurotrophic factors. …”
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From Cellular to Metabolic: Advances in Imaging of Inherited Retinal Diseases by Deepika C. Parameswarappa, Ashwini Kulkarni, Niroj Kumar Sahoo, Srikanta Kumar Padhy, Sumit Randhir Singh, Elise Héon, Jay Chhablani

“…Traditional imaging methods help in structural assessments, but limitations exist in early functional cellular-level detection that are crucial for guiding new therapies. …”
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