Convergent construct validity and test-retest reliability of both German versions of the original and the revised Niigata PPPD Questionnaire: NPQ and NPQ-R by Sarah Chételat, Sarah Chételat, Eve-Yaël Gerber, Eve-Yaël Gerber, Sarah El Khadlaoui, Frank Behrendt, Frank Behrendt, Michaela Stark, Michaela Stark, Stefan Schädler, Stefan Schädler, Maximilian Maywald, Lena Fabritius, Johannes Gerb, Johannes Gerb, Denis Grabova, Wiebke Trost, Andreas Zwergal, Andreas Zwergal, Ralf Strobl, Ralf Strobl, Katrin Parmar, Katrin Parmar, Hans Ulrich Gerth, Hans Ulrich Gerth, Leo H. Bonati, Leo H. Bonati, Leo H. Bonati, Sandra Becker-Bense, Corina Schuster-Amft, Corina Schuster-Amft, Corina Schuster-Amft

“…To assess the severity and impact of PPPD, Japanese researchers developed the Niigata PPPD Questionnaire (NPQ). The study's aim was to evaluate the concurrent construct validity and reliability [including test-retest reliability, internal consistency, standard error of measurement (SEM), and minimal detectable change (MDC)] of the German version of the NPQ (12 items) and its revised version, NPQ-R, which contains 19 items addressing additional symptoms and symptom behavior.MethodsThe Swiss Reha Rheinfelden and the German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders included 265 PPPD patients (mean age 50.2 ± 16.8 years, disease duration 46.3 ± 76.6 months). …”
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A China dataset of soil properties for land surface modelling (version 2, CSDLv2) by G. Shi, W. Sun, W. Shangguan, Z. Wei, H. Yuan, L. Li, X. Sun, Y. Zhang, H. Liang, D. Li, F. Huang, Q. Li, Q. Li, Y. Dai

“…Using advanced ensemble machine learning and a high-performance parallel-computing strategy, we developed comprehensive maps of 23 soil physical and chemical properties at six standard depth layers from 0 to 2 m in China at a 90 m spatial resolution (China dataset of soil properties for land surface modelling version 2, CSDLv2). …”
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Harnessing root phenotyping and root growth plasticity of landraces of maize (Zea mays L.) for enhancing waterlogging tolerance in fragile and challenging agro-ecologies of Eastern... by E. Lamalakshmi Devi, Krishnappa Rangappa, Ayam Gangarani Devi, S.K. Chongtham, Ingudam Bhupenchandra, Konsam Sarika, Harendra Verma, Rumi Narzari, Samarendra Hazarika, Sankar Prasad Das, B.U. Choudhury, Anil Kumar Choudhury, T.L. Bhutia, V.K. Mishra

“…This research identifies critical root traits and promising genotypes for developing WL-tolerant maize, contributing to sustainable crop production in rain-fed EHR environments.…”
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Spatial heterogeneity determines the gastrointestinal microbiome signatures and ecological processes that govern bacterial community assembly in sheep by Yukun Zhang, Jiangbo Cheng, Changchun Lin, Fadi Li, Xiaoxue Zhang, Chong Li, Deyin Zhang, Xiaobin Yang, Dan Xu, Yuan Zhao, Liming Zhao, Xiaolong Li, Huibin Tian, Xiuxiu Weng, Weimin Wang

“…This study enhances our understanding of microbial coexistence and interactions in complex ecosystems, with implications for improving animal productivity, disease treatment, and the development of novel microbial formulations.…”
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Exploring in vivo human brain metabolism at 10.5 T: Initial insights from MR spectroscopic imaging by Lukas Hingerl, Bernhard Strasser, Simon Schmidt, Korbinian Eckstein, Guglielmo Genovese, Edward J. Auerbach, Andrea Grant, Matt Waks, Andrew Wright, Philipp Lazen, Alireza Sadeghi-Tarakameh, Gilbert Hangel, Fabian Niess, Yigitcan Eryaman, Gregor Adriany, Gregory Metzger, Wolfgang Bogner, Małgorzata Marjańska

“…By providing unprecedented spatial and spectral resolution, this technology could offer a unique view into the metabolic intricacies of the human brain, but further technical developments will be necessary to optimize data quality and fully leverage the capabilities of 10.5 T MRSI.…”
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Effects of dietary compound acidifier (Biomin) on the growth, anti-oxidation, immunity, and intestinal health of juvenile channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) by Junyu Yan, Kai Luo, Bo Wang, Jiaxin He, Can Li, Jiang Zhou, Wenhao Lai, Xin Zhou, Jingwei Ye, Mingzhu Pan, Yingbing Su, Weihua Gao, Kai Guo, Chengmin Zhao

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Économie végétale à partir des études carpologiques du boulevard Dr Henri-Henrot à Reims/Durocortorum by Véronique Matterne

“…While fruit growing appears to have been well developed, traces of viticulture are more scattered. …”
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Exometabolomic exploration of culturable airborne microorganisms from an urban atmosphere by R. Jin, W. Hu, W. Hu, P. Duan, M. Sheng, D. Liu, Z. Huang, M. Niu, L. Wu, J. Deng, P. Fu, P. Fu

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La datation des aqueducs lyonnais : un état des lieux by Aldo Borlenghi, Catherine Coquidé

“…Epigraphic discoveries as well as reflection on the relationship between the aqueducts and the urban development of the colony have also contributed new elements to this field. …”
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Characteristics of the Volunteer Service Management System for National Parks in the United Kingdom by Tianyi REN, Chuanbo HONG, Yinglin WANG

“…The United Kingdom (“UK”), with its well-developed and mature volunteer service management system under the management of the National Parks Authority (NPA) and related partners, provides an exemplary model for the establishment of the volunteer service management system for national parks. …”
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Effects of external ankle support on balance control outcomes following muscle fatigue in individuals with ankle instability: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Hanieh KHALILIYAN, Mahmood BAHRAMIZADEH, Amirhossein ZARE, Kavita BATRA, Gabriella NUCERA, Aldo SITIBONDO, Aanuoluwapo AFOLABI, Majid ANSARI, Olayinka ILESANMI, Lukasz SZARPAK, Alireza KHAGHANI, Shahla MOHAJERI, Farhad GHAFFARI, Arash SHARAFATVAZIRI

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New Parameters for Impedance–pH Monitoring in Diagnosing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Predicting its Severity by O. A. Storonova, A. S. Trukhmanov, A. A. Makushina, A. V. Paraskevova, V. T. Ivashkin

“…The examination of patients revealed that MNBI, the PSPW index and DCI significantly decrease with the development of more severe GERD (r = -0.79; p = 0.0000, r = -0.4; p = 0.0002, r = -0.49; p = 0.0000, respectively). …”
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Sistemas Fisiográficos del Área Natural Protegida "Valle Cretácico"; Provincia de Río Negro by Nora Romina Solorza, Marcos Damián Mare

“…., while the unplanned urban development characterized by the lack of basic services in the suburbs, has led to a high rate of extraction of wood resources of the bush, the emergence of unauthorized micro rubbish dumps, greater frequency in the fire occurrence, etc. …”
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The value of sex hormones and sex hormone-binding globulin in metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease among boys with obesity by Ying Wang, Shuyi Yang, Suming Zhang, Suming Zhang, Ye Yang, Siqing Li, Siqing Li, Meiyu Zhang, Meiyu Zhang, Xiaona Li, Hua Bai, Peiliang Luo, Yingdi Yuan, Yingdi Yuan

“…Utilizing logistic regression analysis to explore the risk factors for developing MAFLD, and through the construction of Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curves, conducting a preliminary assessment of the diagnostic value for MAFLD.ResultsA total of 155 male children with obesity were included in the study, mean age of 11.07 ± 1.53 years. …”
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The Role of Potassium Phosphite in Enhancing the Activity of Defense Enzymes in Rice Infected by Sheath Blight by Milad Habibi Daronkolaei, Mohammad Ali Tajick Ghanbary, Valiollah Babaeizad, Heshmatollah Rahimian, Ali Dehestani

“…PPOs catalyze the oxidation of phenol to quinone, creating unfavorable conditions for pathogen development. It induces resistance in potassium phosphite treatment, leading to increased quinone production and creating a toxic environment for the pathogen. …”
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Brief Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy in Women With Myocardial Infarction by Tanya M. Spruill, PhD, Chorong Park, PhD, RN, Jolaade Kalinowski, EdD, Milla E. Arabadjian, PhD, RN, Yuhe Xia, MSc, Amanda J. Shallcross, ND, MPH, Pallavi Visvanathan, PhD, Nathaniel R. Smilowitz, MD, MS, Anaïs Hausvater, MD, Sripal Bangalore, MD, MHA, Hua Zhong, PhD, Ki Park, MD, Puja K. Mehta, MD, Dwithiya K. Thomas, MD, Jeffrey Trost, MD, Kevin R. Bainey, MD, Bobak Heydari, MD, Janet Wei, MD, Victoria Vaughan Dickson, PhD, RN, Gbenga Ogedegbe, MD, MPH, Jeffrey S. Berger, MD, MS, Judith S. Hochman, MD, Harmony R. Reynolds, MD

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Determination of the physicochemical and microbiological quality of buffalo milk in the south of lake Maracaibo by Luis Álvarez, Alexis Zambrano, Datty Rosales-Zambrano

“…The purpose of this work is to evaluate the physicochemical and microbiological quality of buffalo milk used in a lactuary in western Venezuela, according to the official regulations in force in the country. It was developed at the Chemical, Industrial and Agricultural Analysis Research Laboratory (LIAQIA), in conjunction with the Venezuelan dairy company CONLAC and the VATCA Laboratory. …”
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Associations of sedentary time, sleep duration and physical exercise with multimorbidity among older adults in Shanghai, China: a cross-sectional study based on national physical f... by Kai Li, Jingjing Wang, Yuqin Rao, Fanhui Zheng, Ying Chen, Bo Zhai, Jintao Hong, Dao Wang, Chen Wang, Bao Liu

“…Identifying the relationship between determinants of lifestyle behavior and patterns of multimorbidity can help develop more targeted prevention and management strategies.…”
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Evaluation of a 90-minute school-based resuscitation course with 340 middle school students – a multicenter intervention study by Josephina Kehlert

“…Future research should include the development of the teaching methods for these classes and the timing of refresher courses later in the curriculum. …”
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homeRNA self-blood collection enables high-frequency temporal profiling of presymptomatic host immune kinetics to respiratory viral infection: a prospective cohort studyResearch in... by Fang Yun Lim, Hannah G. Lea, Ashley M. Dostie, Soo-Young Kim, Tammi L. van Neel, Grant W. Hassan, Meg G. Takezawa, Lea M. Starita, Karen N. Adams, Michael Boeckh, Joshua T. Schiffer, Ollivier Hyrien, Alpana Waghmare, Erwin Berthier, Ashleigh B. Theberge

“…Funding: This study was funded by R35GM128648 to ABT for in-lab developments of homeRNA and data analysis, a Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation to ABT for the study execution, sample collection, and analysis, and R01AI153087 to AW for data analysis.…”
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