%diag_test: a generic SAS macro for evaluating diagnostic accuracy measures for multiple diagnostic tests by Jacques K. Muthusi, Peter W. Young, Frankline O. Mboya, Samuel M. Mwalili

“…It creates a publication-quality output in Microsoft Word and Excel showing more than 15 different accuracy measures together with overlaid AUROC and AUPRC graphics to help the researcher in making decisions to adopt or reject diagnostic tests. …”
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Various endurance training intensities improve GFR and Up-regulate AQP2/GSK3β in lithium-induced nephropathic rats by Shadan Saberi, Mohammad Amin Rajizadeh, Mohammad Khaksari, Azadeh Saber, Mohammad Akhbari, Soheil Aminizadeh, Forouzan Rafie

“…Clinical trial number Not applicable. Graphical Abstract…”
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The relationship between gallstone disease and the genetic variants of the sterol transporter adenosine triphosphate–binding cassette G8 and G5 in Egyptians by Menna A. Hassan, Salwa M. Abo El-Khair, Noha M. Mesbah, Dina M. Abo-Elmatty, Asmaa R. Abdel-Hamed

“…Conclusions This study suggests that ABCG8 D19H (G/C) and ABCG5 Q604E (C/C) genotypes may play a significant role in GSD susceptibility among Egyptian females. Graphical abstract…”
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Methyltransferase-like 7B participates in bladder cancer via ACSL3 m6A modification in a ferroptosis manner by Jiani He, Changming Dong, Xiandong Song, Zhongkai Qiu, Hao Zhang, Yuanjun Jiang, Tao Liu, Xiaojun Man

“…METTL7B may mediate m6A modification on ACSL3 mRNA to negatively regulate ferroptosis in BC cells, which provides a potential therapeutic target for BC via ferroptosis. Graphical Abstract…”
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Evaluating the feasibility of AI-predicted bpMRI image features for predicting prostate cancer aggressiveness: a multi-center study by Kexin Wang, Ning Luo, Zhaonan Sun, Xiangpeng Zhao, Lilan She, Zhangli Xing, Yuntian Chen, Chunlei He, Pengsheng Wu, Xiangpeng Wang, ZiXuan Kong

“…The model has good universality when tested on multiple external datasets. Graphical Abstract…”
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Challenges in developing a split drive targeting dsx for the genetic control of the invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi by Mireia Larrosa-Godall, Joshua X. D. Ang, Philip T. Leftwich, Estela Gonzalez, Lewis Shackleford, Katherine Nevard, Rob Noad, Michelle A. E. Anderson, Luke Alphey

“…Although high homing rates were observed, the fitness defects found in both males and females carrying the transgene would likely prohibit this drive from functioning in the field. Graphical Abstract…”
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Big Earth data processing using machine learning for integrated mapping of the dead sea fault, Jordan by Polina Lemenkova

“…The novelty of this approach is explained by the need to close a technical gap between the traditional GIS and scripting mapping, which is wider for big data mapping and where the crucial factors are speed and precision of data handling, as well as effective visualization achieved by the machine graphics. The paper analyzes the underlying geologic processes affecting the formation of geomorphological landforms in Jordan with a 3D visualization of the selected fragment of the Dead Sea Fault zone. …”
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Biphasic lipid extraction from microalgae after PEF-treatment reduces the energy demand of the downstream process by Ioannis Papachristou, Natalja Nazarova, Rüdiger Wüstner, Robin Lina, Wolfgang Frey, Aude Silve

“…Incubation thus could majorly improve the commercialization prospects of the process. Graphical abstract…”
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CompositIA: an open-source automated quantification tool for body composition scores from thoraco-abdominal CT scans by Raffaella Fiamma Cabini, Andrea Cozzi, Svenja Leu, Benedikt Thelen, Rolf Krause, Filippo Del Grande, Diego Ulisse Pizzagalli, Stefania Maria Rita Rizzo

“…CompositIA simplifies body composition assessment through an artificial intelligence-driven and open-source pipeline. Graphical Abstract…”
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Feasibility of generating sagittal radiographs from coronal views using GAN-based deep learning framework in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis by Tito Bassani, Andrea Cina, Fabio Galbusera, Andrea Cazzato, Maria Elena Pellegrino, Domenico Albano, Luca Maria Sconfienza

“…Synthetic images were visually consistent with real ones, but quality was generally insufficient for accurate clinical assessment. Graphical Abstract…”
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Deep learning of noncontrast CT for fast prediction of hemorrhagic transformation of acute ischemic stroke: a multicenter study by Huanhuan Ren, Haojie Song, Shaoguo Cui, Hua Xiong, Bangyuan Long, Yongmei Li

“…The ensemble model provided risk assessment of parenchymal hemorrhage and parenchymal hemorrhage-2 outperforming existing clinical scores. Graphical Abstract…”
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Celastrol promotes DNA damage and apoptosis in uterine corpus endometrial carcinoma via promotion of KAT2B-mediated RBPJ acetylation and repression of MCM4 transcription by Lipeng Pei, Yan Zhu, Wenpeng Li, Bin Xu, Jingli Sun

“…Conclusions These results underscore that Celastrol is a promising anti-cancer agent in UCEC with preferential anti-proliferative, pro-apoptotic and DNA damage effects through the KAT2B/RBPJ/MCM4 axis, and KAT2B is a promising therapeutic target for UCEC. Graphical abstract…”
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18F−Prostate−Specific Membrane Antigen PET/CT imaging for potentially resectable pancreatic cancer (PANSCAN−2): a phase I/II study by Jisce R. Puik, Thomas T. Poels, Gerrit K. J. Hooijer, Matthijs C. F. Cysouw, Joanne Verheij, Johanna W. Wilmink, Elisa Giovannetti, Geert Kazemier, Arantza Farina Sarasqueta, Daniela E. Oprea-Lager, Rutger-Jan Swijnenburg

“…Trial registration The trial is registered as PANSCAN-2 in the European Clinical Trials Database (EudraCT number: 2020–002185-14). Graphical Abstract…”
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The Danish Drowning Cohort: Utstein-style data from fatal and non-fatal drowning incidents in Denmark by Niklas Breindahl, Kasper Bitzer, Oliver B. Sørensen, Alexander Wildenschild, Signe A. Wolthers, Tim Lindskou, Jacob Steinmetz, Stig N. F. Blomberg, Helle C. Christensen, the Danish Drowning Validation Group

“…It is a basis for all research on drowning in Denmark and may improve preventative, rescue, and treatment interventions to reduce the incidence, mortality, and morbidity of drowning. Graphical Abstract…”
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MRI-based deep learning radiomics to differentiate dual-phenotype hepatocellular carcinoma from HCC and intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma: a multicenter study by Qian Wu, Tao Zhang, Fan Xu, Lixiu Cao, Wenhao Gu, Wenjing Zhu, Yanfen Fan, Ximing Wang, Chunhong Hu, Yixing Yu

“…The fusion models may enhance clinical decision-making for malignant hepatic tumors. Graphical Abstract…”
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Assessing tick attachments to humans with citizen science data: spatio-temporal mapping in Switzerland from 2015 to 2021 using spatialMaxent by Lisa Bald, Nils Ratnaweera, Tomislav Hengl, Patrick Laube, Jürg Grunder, Werner Tischhauser, Netra Bhandari, Dirk Zeuss

“…Our findings suggest that citizen science data can be valuable for modeling and mapping tick attachment risk, indicating the potential of citizen science data for use in epidemiological surveillance and public healthcare planning. Graphical Abstract…”
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Oncological and functional outcomes following treatment of T1a glottic squamous cell carcinoma with transoral laser microsurgery by Dennis E. Curry, David Forner, Matthew H. Rigby, Jonathan R. Trites, Martin Corsten, S. Mark Taylor

“…The oncologic and functional outcomes presented here add to existing evidence in favor of TLM as a safe and effective primary treatment option for early staged T1a glottic cancer. Graphical abstract…”
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Development of a Web-Based Intervention for Middle Managers to Enhance Resilience at the Individual, Team, and Organizational Levels in Health Care Systems: Multiphase Study by Eva Gil-Hernández, Irene Carrillo, Jimmy Martin-Delgado, Daniel García-Torres, José Joaquín Mira

“…It included videos, images, PDFs, and links to dynamic graphics and additional texts. Furthermore, 13 (65%) of the 20 experts validated the tool, rating content clarity at an average of 4.5 (SD 0.7) and utility at an average of 4.7 (SD 0.5) out of 5. …”
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A minimally invasive animal model of atherosclerosis and neointimal hyperplasia for translational research by Max L. A. Ebert, Vanessa F. Schmidt, Osman Öcal, Anne von Thaden, Olaf Dietrich, Bastian Popper, Sandra Elges, Max Seidensticker, Jens Ricke, Melanie A. Kimm, Astrid Jeibmann, Moritz Wildgruber

“…This minimal invasive model allows for clinical translation, including pharmacological investigations and vessel wall imaging. Graphical Abstract…”
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Assessing national exposure to and impact of glacial lake outburst floods considering uncertainty under data sparsity by H. Chen, Q. Liang, J. Zhao, S. B. Maharjan

“…A significant number of GLOF scenarios is subsequently generated based on this estimated plausible range of peak discharges. A graphics processing unit (GPU)-based hydrodynamic model is then adopted to simulate the resulting flood hydrodynamics in different GLOF scenarios. …”
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