A φSa3int (NM3) Prophage Domestication in Staphylococcus aureus Leads to Increased Virulence Through Human Immune Evasion by Roshan Nepal, Ghais Houtak, George Bouras, Sholeh Feizi, Gohar Shaghayegh, Keith Shearwin, Mahnaz Ramezanpour, Alkis James Psaltis, Peter‐John Wormald, Sarah Vreugde

“…Further, φSa3int prophage domestication led to reduced phagocytosis implying φSa3int prophage mediates escape of S. aureus from human innate immunity. Our data further show that in addition to adding novel prophage‐encoded virulence, φSa3int prophage domestication also affects the expression of non‐prophage (bacterial) genes and suppresses expression of structural proteins of resident prophages. …”
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Adsorptive Removal of Bisphenol A by Polyethylene Meshes Grafted with an Amino Group-Containing Monomer, 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl Methacrylate by Kazunori Yamada, Saori Terada, Rena Yamamoto, Dương Cẩm Anh, Takaya Naitou, Sakura Yamamoto

“…The cycle of adsorption at pH 8.0 and desorption in a NaOH solution at 100 mM was repeated five times without loss or structural damage. These results indicate PE-g-PDMAEMA meshes can be used as a regenerative adsorbent for BPA removal from aqueous medium.…”
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Caregivers’ lived experiences of childhood probable pneumonia through a gendered lens in western Kenya by Sarah Hawi Ngere, Charles Olang'o, Kennedy Ochola, Patience Oduor, Caleb K. Sagam, Benard Ochieng, Dickens Omondi, Norbert Peshu, Erick Nyambedha

“…Contribution: This study’s findings emphasise the necessity of a holistic approach when developing intervention geared towards improving healthcare-seeking behaviour by considering the subtler factors beyond structural, social and economic influences.…”
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Association Between Anatomic and Clinical Indicators of Injury Severity After Moderate-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury: A Pilot Study Using Multiparametric Magnetic Resonance Imaging by Dmitry Esterov, Ziying Yin, Trevor Persaud, Xiang Shan, Mathew C. Murphy, Richard L. Ehman, John Huston III, Allen W. Brown

“…Future larger studies could lead to the development of prediction models that integrate clinical data with anatomical (MRI), structural (DTI), and mechanical (MRE) changes caused by TBI, to inform prognosis and care planning.…”
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Investigation of biomolecular dynamics by sensitivity-enhanced 1H–2H CPMAS NMR using matrix-free dynamic nuclear polarization by Thomas Biedenbänder, Aryana Rodgers, Mirjam Schröder, Liliya Vugmeyster, Björn Corzilius

“…Molecular dynamics of functional groups contain valuable information about structural properties and functional activities in biomolecules. …”
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Modelling economics students’ use of ChatGPT and academic performance: insights from self-determination theory and epistemic curiosity by Bernard Yaw Sekyi Acquah, Francis Arthur, Iddrisu Salifu, Enoch Mensah, Ernest Opoku, Sharon Abam Nortey, Solomon Adjatey Tetteh

“…The study used adapted scales of ICAP (i.e. measuring the use of ChatGPT), “desire to learn (DFL), self-efficacy (SE), beliefs about the future (BAF), epistemic curiosity (EP) and perceived academic performance (AP)”. Data were analysed using “partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) and fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA)”. …”
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Changes of EEG beta band power and functional connectivity during spaceflight: a retrospective study by Adrián Quivira-Lopesino, María Sevilla-García, Pablo Cuesta, Sandra Pusil, Ricardo Bruña, Patrique Fiedler, Ana Maria Cebolla, Guy Cheron, Michael Funke, Fernando Maestu

“…Astronauts often report temporary neurological symptoms, such as disorientation, visual disturbances, and motor issues, potentially linked to structural and electrophysiological brain changes. To investigate this, electroencephalography (EEG) is a reliable tool to study brain activity in space, measuring oscillatory activity and functional connectivity (FC). …”
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The interplay of coping styles and optimism/pessimism in shaping mental health in long-term survivors of malignant melanoma: a register-based cohort study by Judith Hirschmiller, Tamara Schwinn, Sabine Fischbeck, Ana Nanette Tibubos, Jörg Wiltink, Rüdiger Zwerenz, Sylke R. Zeissig, Elmar Brähler, Manfred E. Beutel, Mareike Ernst

“…We assessed sociodemographic and disease-related variables, optimism/pessimism (LOT-R), coping strategies (BC), depressive (PHQ-9), and anxiety symptoms (GAD-7). A structural equation model was conducted to analyse the hypothesized associations, modelling coping strategies (denial/self-blame, seeking external support, active coping) as mediators of the relationship of optimism/pessimism with depressive and anxiety symptoms. …”
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Comparison of the Metabolic Profiles Associated with Protonitazene and Protonitazepyne in Two Severe Poisonings by Romain Magny, Thomas Schiestel, Aymen M’Rad, Bertrand Lefrère, Jean-Herlé Raphalen, Stanislas Ledochowski, Laurence Labat, Bruno Mégarbane, Pascal Houzé

“…<b>Concusions</b>: To conclude, nitazene detection is highly challenging due to its extensive structural and metabolic diversity. Our findings highlight the contribution of the untargeted LC-HRMS screening approach and suggest that diagnostic product ions can serve as robust markers for nitazene identification.…”
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SHAZAM: Self-Supervised Change Monitoring for Hazard Detection and Mapping by Samuel Garske, Konrad Heidler, Bradley Evans, Kee Choon Wong, Xiao Xiang Zhu

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Generative AI and sustainable policy implementation: Expanding UTAUT2 to examine sustainable policy alignment and ambiguity impact on street-level bureaucrats’ discretion by Mohammed Salah, Alhamzah Alnoor, Fadi Abdelfattah, Khalid Dahleez, Saleh Al Sinawi, Jabbar Salman Hussein, Ahmed Kadim Bareas, Maria Mohd Ismail, Hussam Al Halbusi

“…By extending the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (UTAUT2) to include sustainable policy alignment and policy ambiguity as moderating factors, the research explores how these policy elements influence the relationship between GenAI adoption and SLBs’ discretionary actions. Data was collected from 489 SLBs and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). …”
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Teacher perspectives on the socio-ecological barriers and enablers to food and nutrition education in primary schools: a scoping review by Emma K Esdaile, Lee Wharton, Helen Vidgen, Danielle Gallegos

“…These were (i) perceived food and nutrition responsibilities of teachers, (ii) teacher beliefs and self-efficacy, (iii) opportunities to build teacher nutrition knowledge and self-efficacy, (iv) interpersonal contributors and (v) broader environmental, structural and policy contributors. Conclusions: Multiple strategies are needed to build the capacity of teachers to undertake FNE within primary school settings. …”
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Identification of Recombinant Aichivirus D in Cattle, Italy by Francesco Pellegrini, Gianvito Lanave, Francesca Caringella, Georgia Diakoudi, Anna Salvaggiulo, Alessandra Cavalli, Alessandro Papaleo, Barbara Di Martino, Michele Camero, Krisztián Bányai, Jelle Matthijnssens, Vito Martella

“…Interestingly these three Aichivirus D strains showed a recombinant makeup, clustering with D1 genotype in the capsid region and with D2 genotype in the non-structural genes. These findings suggest that Aichivirus D KoVs are common components of livestock virome. …”
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Substrate stiffness-dependent metabolic reprogramming of iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes on physiological PDMS polymers by Leena Patel, Bryan P. Marzullo, Jonathan Barlow, Himani Rana, Amar J. Azad, Patricia Thomas, Daniel A. Tennant, Katja Gehmlich

“…Many cardiac pathologies are characterised by increased stiffness of the myocardium, due to excess deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins and structural remodelling, impacting the behaviour of cardiomyocytes (CMs). …”
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Specific Premature Ventricular Complex Characteristics in Women: Insights from a Patient Cohort by Ștefan Ailoaei, Laurențiu Șorodoc, Carina Ureche, Nicolae Sîtari, Alexandr Ceasovschih, Mihaela Grecu, Radu Andy Sascău, Cristian Stătescu

“…Patients with LGE were older and had worse clinical outcomes, including higher ICD implantation and hospitalization rates. Despite these structural differences, treatment efficacy was similar across groups. …”
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The Energy Footprint in the EU: How CO₂ Emission Reductions Drive Sustainable Development by Dariusz Sala, Oksana Liashenko, Michał Pyzalski, Kostiantyn Pavlov, Olena Pavlova, Karol Durczak, Roman Chornyi

“…Economic crises, such as the 2008 financial collapse and the COVID-19 pandemic, have led to temporary declines in emissions; however, lasting achievements in sustainability require structural transformations rather than short-term disruptions. …”
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Integrating advanced synthesis techniques and AI-driven approaches with nanofiber technology: A state-of-the-art approach to wound care management by Nisha Shankhwar, Awadhesh Kumar Verma, Ashab Noumani, Tanya Singh, Kalakuntla Sriharshitha Rao, Vivekanand, Neeta Raj Sharma, Satyendra Singh

“…This review emphasizes the ground-breaking potential of nanofiber technology, a novel approach that imitates the extracellular matrix (ECM) to promote targeted therapeutic administration and support cellular regeneration. Because of their structural compatibility with skin tissue, nanofiber dressings enhance natural healing, maintain optimal moisture levels, and significantly reduce the risk of infection. …”
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Factors associated with cultural sensitivity and global nursing education among nurse educators: A cross-sectional study by Akiko Kondo, Congcong Wang, Kazuko Naruse, Kosuke Niitsu, Dingyi Long

“…Hierarchical logistic regression and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) were used in the analyses. …”
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Unlocking academic achievement of nursing master’s students: ethical leadership, teacher-student relationship and growth mindset – a cross-sectional survey study by Duo Zhang, Haoyang Zheng, Ya Zhao, Xiaoxiao Wang, Qi Xiao, Ruiyi Zhao, Lan Wang, Kaili Hu, Zelin Chen, Yanrong Zhou

“…Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted with 262 participants who completed online questionnaires. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation analysis, structural equation model testing, and deviation correction quantile bootstrap method. …”
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Ultrathin Zinc cobalt oxide nanowalls for supercapacitive energy storage applications by Bashar Aljawrneh, Borhan Aldeen Albiss, Amani Al-Othman, Muhammad Tawalbeh, Abdelelah Alshanableh, Saja Alrousan, Rawan Hayajneh

“…This work aims at synthesizing a lower cost, supercapacitor based on ultrathin zinc-cobalt (ZC) oxide nanowalls supported on a copper tape (Cu) via a hydrothermal method. The structural and electrochemical characteristics were evaluated for energy storage applications. …”
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