The effectiveness of antioxidant agents in delaying progression of diabetic nephropathy: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials by Ika Rahayu, Nur Arfian, Christina Yeni Kustanti, Mae Sri Hartati Wahyuningsih

“…Objective: This systematic review aims to investigate the types of antioxidant agents that inhibit the development of diabetic nephropathy and the effectiveness of antioxidant agent interventions to repair kidney structure and function. …”
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Frequency, intensity and duration of physical activity is associated with frailty in older adults with cardiac aging by Laureen Y. T. Wang, Wee Shiong Lim, Ru-San Tan, Louis L. Y. Teo, Shu Yun Tan, Chun How Ooi, Alvin Cong Wei Ong, Jean-Paul Kovalik, Jorming Goh, Fei Gao, Angela S. Koh

“…A prospective community cohort of older adults without cardiovascular disease were studied cross-sectionally for cardiac structure and function via echocardiogram, dynamometer-derived handgrip strength, skeletal muscle measurements and physical activity questionnaires. …”
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Clinical and Immunological Analysis of Retinal Pigment Epithelium Transplantation Derived from Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells under Pharmacological Immunosuppression in Rabbits by N. V. Neroeva, N. V. Balatskaya, A. G. Brilliantova, L. A. Katargina, A. E. Kharitonov, M. A. Lagarkova, A. N. Bogomazova

“…When testing biomedical cellular products, special requirements are placed on the animal model, which should simulate pathological changes, such as in humans, and have sufficient immunological tolerance to xenogenic human cells, enabling them to function fully. For this purpose, lines of immuno-modified or immunodeficiency animals are used, usually small rodents (rats and mice), but the small size and structure of their eyes do not allow manipulation in vitreoretinal interventions in humans. …”
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Relationships between different components of intolerance of uncertainty and symptoms of obsessive–compulsive disorder: a network analysis by XiaoBin Ding, Ze Zhao, Jie Wang, Chen Chen, ShuChan Ding, JingYi Gao, Jun Deng, Dan Liu

“…The strongest edge connecting the IU and OCD communities was between IU10 (“When I am uncertain I can’t function very well”) and OCD6 (“It’s hard for me to control my thoughts”). …”
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Daily time series of 12 human thermal stress indices in Greece, aggregated at commune level (1998–2022)Zenodo by Georgios Charvalis, Michalis Koureas, Chloe Brimicombe, Chara Bogogiannidou, Fani Kalala, Varbara Mouchtouri, Christos Hadjichristodoulou

“…Additionally, it can be used as a basis of a system to inform and devise targeted interventions and policies aimed at mitigating the effects of extreme heat events. …”
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Surgical ICU Admission Criteria: A Scoping Review by Kenneth L. Abbott, MD, Philip Hong, MD, Matthew M. Ruppert, MS, Purvi P. Patel, MD, MHPE, FACS, Philip A. Efron, MD, FACS, FCCM, Natasha Keric, MD, MBA, FACS, Lewis J. Kaplan, MD, FACS, FCCP, FSIS, MCCM, Niels D. Martin, MD, FACS, FCCM, Tyler J. Loftus, MD, PhD, FACS

“…Abstracted data addressed SICU structure, function, findings, and potential future directions. …”
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International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) Global: international accreditation scheme of the competent anthropometrist by Vladimir Schuindt da Silva, Maria Filomena Soares Vieira

“…We describe the four-level hierarchical structure of IAAS, which is guided by the rules defined in the ISAK Handbook and the anthropometric procedures described in the ISAK manuals, as well as the importance and functionality of the ISAK website. …”
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In situ optical mapping of voltage and calcium in the heart. by Peter Lee, Fouad Taghavi, Ping Yan, Paul Ewart, Euan A Ashley, Leslie M Loew, Peter Kohl, Christian Bollensdorff, Christopher E Woods

“…Optical mapping of cardiac electrophysiology combines high spatiotemporal resolution of anatomy and physiological function with fast and simultaneous data acquisition. …”
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Between Aesthetics and Politics in Climate Activism: A Material-Discursive Analysis of the A22 Network by Elmira Sharipova

“…Drawing on the theoretical contributions of Gregory Sholette, Boris Groys, and Jacques Rancière, the article addresses the structural tension between the transformative function and the spectacular neutralization of activist art, exploring the concepts of “bare art” and defunctionalizing aestheticization. …”
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Hallmarks of aging: middle-aging hypovascularity, tissue perfusion and nitric oxide perspective on healthspan by Teow J. Phua

“…Key evidence suggests a systemic connection between the endocrine system (specifically sex hormones), endogenous NO deficiency, and the vascular system, which serves as a network of microvascular structures crucial for tissue perfusion functions at cellular level. …”
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Gut-Microbiota-Driven Lipid Metabolism: Mechanisms and Applications in Swine Production by Shuqi Xiong

“…<b>Results:</b> This review outlines the structural and functional roles of lipids in bacterial membranes and examines the influence of gut microbiota on the metabolism of key lipid classes, including cholesterol, bile acids, choline, sphingolipids, and fatty acids. …”
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Prenatal and progressive coenzyme Q10 administration to mitigate muscle dysfunction in mitochondrial disease by Juan Diego Hernández‐Camacho, Cristina Vicente‐García, Lorena Ardila‐García, Ana Padilla‐Campos, Guillermo López‐Lluch, Carlos Santos‐Ocaña, Peter S. Zammit, Jaime J. Carvajal, Plácido Navas, Daniel J.M. Fernández‐Ayala

“…The sole current treatment for CoQ deficiencies is oral administration of CoQ10, which causes only partial recovery with postnatal treatment, underscoring the importance of early diagnosis for successful intervention. Methods We used Adck2 heterozygous mice to examine the influence of this gene on muscle structure, function and regeneration throughout development, growth and ageing. …”
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Injury-specific pathways shape corneal nerve regeneration dynamics by Léna Meneux, Sarah Pernot, Nadège Feret, Melissa Girard, Alicia Caballero Megido, Marilou Decoudu, Naima Nhiri, Elea Miessen, Eric Jacquet, Vincent Daien, Frederic Michon

“…We found that the type of injury distinctly influences both the structural and functional recovery of corneal nerves. …”
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Sleep problems from age two to five years and neurological outcome in children born extremely preterm: a cross-sectional study by Kristine Marie Stangenes, Kristine Marie Stangenes, Mari Hysing, Maria Vollsæter, Irene Bircow Elgen, Trond Markestad, Bjørn Bjorvatn, Bjørn Bjorvatn

“…Children with Full scale IQ &lt; 85 were at increased risk of general sleep problems (adjusted odds ratio - aOR 1.8), as well as nighttime awakenings (aOR 2.8), and early morning awakenings (OR 2.9), but not for difficulty falling asleep compared to those with higher IQ levels.EPT children with moderate to severe NDD (NDD 2 and 3) showed a higher prevalence of general sleep problems [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 3.9], nighttime awakenings (aOR 4.8), and early morning awakenings (OR 7.9) compared to those with no NDD (NDD 0).ConclusionGeneral and specific sleep problems were associated with low cognitive function and moderate to severe NDD. Our findings underscore the importance of addressing sleep within a comprehensive care framework for EPT children and highlight the need for addressing and target interventions for sleep problems.…”
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A global call to action: strengthening strategies to combat dysglycemia and improve public health outcomes by Krish Hirani, Krish Hirani, Brody Sundheim, Brody Sundheim, Mateo Blaschke, Mateo Blaschke, Joana R. N. Lemos, Joana R. N. Lemos, Joana R. N. Lemos, Rahul Mittal, Rahul Mittal, Rahul Mittal

“…This practice paper presents a strategic, multi-level framework addressing dysglycemia through evidence-based interventions. Effective measures include promoting low-glycemic diets, structured physical activity, and continuous glucose monitoring technologies to enhance self-management. …”
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The Impact of Organizational Change on Firm Performance—Analysis Based on SCM Modeling by Lai Zhihuang, Zhang yuchen

“…Based on structural equation modeling, the impact of changes in organizational framework on firm performance and the intervention function of operational efficiency are scrutinized. …”
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Acupuncture treatment of vascular cognitive impairment through peripheral nerve stimulation pathway: a scoping review by Xinming Yang, Xinming Yang, Bo Li, Bo Li, Bo Li, Linna Wu, Ying Cui, Ying Cui

“…A comprehensive search of databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, MEDLINE, and Embase, was conducted, including 79 studies on acupuncture interventions for VCI. Acupoints and their underlying anatomical structures related to peripheral nerves were summarized, and the potential pathways of acupuncture effects via different peripheral nerves were explored.ResultsThe results showed that acupuncture, by stimulating specific acupoints on the head, face, torso, and limbs, significantly affects peripheral nerve networks, including the cervical, lumbar, and sacral plexuses, thoracic nerves, vagus nerve, trigeminal nerve and its branches. …”
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Determination of the processes driving the acquisition of immunity to malaria using a mathematical transmission model. by João A N Filipe, Eleanor M Riley, Christopher J Drakeley, Colin J Sutherland, Azra C Ghani

“…Understanding the effector mechanisms underlying these two immune functions will assist in the design of transmission-reducing interventions against malaria.…”
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A new approach to cultural scripts of trauma sequelae assessment: The sample case of Switzerland. by Rahel Bachem, Amelie Mazza, David J Eberle, Andreas Maercker

“…<h4>Method</h4>Five semi-structured focus groups were conducted with psychotraumatologists (n = 8) and Swiss trauma survivors (n = 7). …”
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Moderate exercise improves semen quality by enhancing antioxidant and micronutrient levels in obese men by Alaa Sajid Shukur, Nihad Nejres Hilal

“…Semen parameters, including volume, count, motility, and morphology, were also evaluated after 12 weeks of structured moderate-intensity physical activity. Results Biochemical profiling revealed significant elevations in serum CoQ10 (p = 0.04), GSH (p = 0.006), and vitamin D (p = 0.009) following exercise intervention. …”
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