Visible Light Active Natural Rutile Photocatalyst Obtained via Nano Milling by Kata Saszet, Enikő Eszter Almási, Ádám Rácz, Katalin Bohács, Milica Todea, Klára Hernádi, Zsolt Pap, Lucian Baia

“…Still, the present study proves that bare natural rutile with trace element content can also be applied as a photocatalyst, without harsh chemical interventions, simply by processing via nano grinding. …”
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Plateau Environment, Gut Microbiota, and Depression: A Possible Concealed Connection? by Yajun Qiao, Ruiying Cheng, Xiaohui Li, Huimin Zheng, Juan Guo, Lixin Wei, Tingting Gao, Hongtao Bi

“…These factors induce structural and functional alterations in the gut microbiota, disrupting gut-brain axis homeostasis and contributing to the higher prevalence of depression in plateau regions relative to flatland areas. …”
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Decellularized Matrix Scaffolds for Vascular Transplantation: Addressing Immunogenicity, Sterilization, and Current Strategies for Long-Term Storage by Yevhen V. Shevchenko, Tetiana I. Liadova, Fedir V. Hladkykh, Mariia S. Matvieienko, Mykola O. Chyzh, Roman R. Komorovsky

“…Decellularized tissue is receiving significant attention as a potential biological scaffold, as it retains the structure and functions of the extracellular matrix. …”
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Aerobics: an effective exercise to improve cognition in adults with mild cognitive impairment by Preeti Gazbare, Palekar Tushar J, Shreya Medhi

“…Neurocognitive domains like attention, memory, and executive function were assessed using a Neuropsychological Assessment Battery (NAB) at baseline and 12 weeks of intervention for both groups. …”
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Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging traits associated with adverse right ventricular remodeling in repaired tetralogy of Fallot: A Single Center Outcomes Using cardiovascular... by Elizabeth W. Thompson, Ningiun J. Dong, Jin-seo Kim, Abhijit Bhattaru, Phuong Vu, Fengling Hu, Russell T. Shinohara, Sophia Swago, Elizabeth Donnelly, Xuemei Zhang, Annefleur Loth, Lipika Vuthuri, Kristen Lanzilotta, Kevin K. Whitehead, Jeffrey Duda, James Gee, Laura Almasy, Elizabeth Goldmuntz, Mark A. Fogel, Walter R. Witschey

“…Conclusion: We demonstrated that rToF patients with two CMR scans and PVR have significant differences in and opposite directions of RV remodeling rates compared to those with no intervention. We also showed that several left-sided measures of structure and function were associated with RV remodeling rates, indicating the importance of baseline LV measurements in characterizing future risk of adverse RV remodeling.…”
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Does model type influence the effectiveness of combined action observation and motor imagery training for novices learning an Ankle Pick takedown? by Samantha Chye, Ashika Chembila Valappil, Ryan Knight, Andrew Greene, David Shearer, Cornelia Frank, Ceri Diss, Adam Bruton, Adam Bruton

“…Both the AOMIOTHER and Control conditions led to improved functional changes in mental representation structures while the structures for the AOMISELF condition became less similar to the reference structure over time.DiscussionCollectively, the largely null findings (n = 13, 92.86%) suggest that physical practice has the strongest influence on motor adaptations for this complex motor skill at these early stages of learning. …”
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Nutritional Status and Associated Factors among Primary Schoolchildren from Pastoral Communities, Mieso-Mulu District, Sitti Zone, Somali Regional State, Eastern Ethiopia: Institut... by Alayou Geletaw, Gudina Egata, Fitsum Weldegebreal, Gesessew Kibr, Mohammed Semaw

“…Child undernourishment is the disturbance of body function arising from a dietary imbalance between body demand and supply, which is the most serious public health problem in developing countries. …”
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The Effects of Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy Versus Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt on Neuropsychological and Motor Performance in Patients with Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocepha... by Gianluca Scalia, Nicola Alberio, Pietro Trombatore, Mariangela Panebianco, Grazia Razza, Gianluca Galvano, Giovanni Federico Nicoletti, Francesca Graziano

“…<b>Results:</b> Primary outcomes include cognitive and motor function improvements. Secondary endpoints are surgical complications, hospital stay duration, and changes in quality of life. …”
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Postgraduate training in cardiology in Sudan during wartime: a story of perseverance and resilience by Nawal Elkurdufani, Salah Mohamed, Abdelbagi Ali, Mohamed Elmakki Ahmed

“…The written, objective, structured practical examination and clinical sections were held under the same strict criteria. …”
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Reduction in Brain Parenchymal Volume Correlates with Depression and Cognitive Decline in HIV-Positive Males by Radmila Perić, Duško Kozić, Snežana Brkić, Dajana Lendak, Jelena Ostojić, Vojislava Bugarski Ignjatović, Jasmina Boban

“…This study aimed to investigate the associations between brain parenchymal volumes and neuropsychological outcomes, specifically focusing on cognitive function and depressive symptoms in HIV-positive males. …”
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Diabetic Enteropathy: From Molecule to Mechanism-Based Treatment by Theresa Meldgaard, Søren Schou Olesen, Adam D. Farmer, Klaus Krogh, Anne Astrid Wendel, Birgitte Brock, Asbjørn Mohr Drewes, Christina Brock

“…Arguably, the most common microvascular complication is neuropathy, leading to deleterious changes in both the structure and function of neurons. Amongst the various neuropathies with the highest symptom burden are those associated with alterations in the enteric nervous system, referred to as diabetic enteropathy. …”
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Complications of revision knee arthroplasty by H. V. Haiko, V. M. Pidhaietskyi, O. M. Sulyma, V. M. Chornyi

“…Due to the growing scale of arthroplasty and the widening of indications for knee joint replacement, the durability of joint functioning has become a critical issue. Untimely diagnosis and inadequate treatment of patients with endoprosthesis component loosening leads to major bone defects. …”
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Innovative nebulization delivery of lipid nanoparticle-encapsulated siRNA: a therapeutic advance for Staphylococcus aureus-induced pneumonia by Meiqi Meng, Yue Li, Jiachao Wang, Xiaonan Han, Xuan Wang, Hongru Li, Bai Xiang, Cuiqing Ma

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Pleiotropic effects of mutant huntingtin on retinopathy in two mouse models of Huntington's disease by Hui Xu, Anakha Ajayan, Ralf Langen, Jeannie Chen

“…Defects in retinal structure and function are also present in the R6/2 and R6/1 HD transgenic mouse models that contain a gene fragment to express mHTTex1. …”
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Integrative proteomics and metabolomics reveal important pathways and potential biomarkers in high-altitude pulmonary hypertension by Zhuo-ga Dan-zeng, Yang-jin Bai-ma, Ju Huang, Wang-jie Suo-lang, Qu-zhen Ge-sang, Yang-zong Suo-na, Yuan-sheng Wang, Zhuo-ga Baima, luo-bu Ge-sang

“…Our integrated multi-omics analysis reveals a complex molecular network underlying HAPH pathogenesis, characterized by coordinated changes in lipid metabolism, immune function, and cellular structure. These findings provide new insights into HAPH mechanisms and identify potential therapeutic targets for intervention.…”
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Stimuli‐responsive magnesium‐based materials for biomedical applications: A review by Xianli Wang, Yanbin Zhao, Qiangsheng Dong, Chenglin Chu, Feng Xue, Cheng Wang, Jing Bai

“…However, there is a lack of systematic summaries on the “composition‐structure‐function” relationships when Mg‐based materials are applied in various physiological scenarios. …”
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Sepsis beyond bundles: contextualising paediatric care in resource-limited settings through situational analysis by John Adabie Appiah, Leah Ratner, Sheila Agyeiwaa Owusu, Ahmet Uluer, Gustav Nettey, Allysa Warling, Charles Martyn-Dickens, Emma Otchere, R. Elaine Cagnina, Maame Fremah Kotoh- Mortty, Eugene Martey

“…Paediatric sepsis bundles, which include prompt administration of antibiotics, fluid resuscitation and continuous organ function monitoring, are crucial for improving outcomes, especially when initiated within the first ‘golden hour’ of sepsis recognition. …”
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Compensation of acetabular defects in primary and revision hip arthroplasty by Maria Yu. Udintseva, Elena A. Volokitina, Denis A. Kolotigin, Sergey M. Kutepov

“…Introduction Total hip arthroplasty in defects of the acetabulum is a complex type of surgical intervention, and the search for optimal implants and bone substituting materials to restore the integrity of the acetabulum is one of the current problems. …”

Advancing Medical Catheter Navigation: Design, Optimization, and Control of a Magnetic Tractor Beam (MTB) Handheld Device by Chayabhan Limpabandhu, Zion Tsz Ho Tse

“…The progress of medical procedures towards minimally invasive techniques has led to notable advancements in medical device engineering, particularly in the navigation and control of catheters within complex anatomical structures. This study introduces a novel handheld device using the Magnetic Tractor Beam (MTB) that aims to improve the accuracy and safety of catheter navigation during lung interventions. …”
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A Review of Multidisciplinary Evidence on the Role of Urban Green Space in Improving the Sleep Quality of the Elderly by Ning KANG, Han XIE, Tao JIANG

“…Consequently, prioritizing the advancement of their planning, design, and functional optimization is imperative. Finally, rigorous evaluation of the effectiveness of sleep quality improvement interventions is essential. …”
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