Slow-paced breathing reduces anxiety and enhances midfrontal alpha asymmetry, buffering responses to aversive visual stimuli by Tatsuya Iwabe, Akari Miyakawa, Soshi Kodama, Susumu Yoshida

“…This study investigated whether SB reduces state anxiety and enhances rLFA, and whether these effects persist immediately after exposure to aversive images from the International Affective Picture System (IAPS) following the breathing task.MethodsSeventeen healthy participants (7 females) completed sessions of SB (4 s inhalation, 6 s exhalation) and resting breathing (RB). …”
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Novel anthropometric indices are superior adiposity indexes to portend visual impairment in middle-aged and older Chinese population by Qing Chen, Yanan Hou, Yifan Zhou, Jianfeng Luo, KaiweiSa Abuduxukuer, Chuchu Wang, Jialong Dong, Yiting Wang, Wenming Shi, Fei Shi, Qing Peng

“…Objective To investigate differential associations of traditional and novel adiposity indices with visual impairment (VI) in the middle-aged and older Chinese population.Methods and analysis Based on the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study, 7750 Chinese older adults aged over 45 were included at baseline 2011, and 4133 participants who accomplished all three interviews from 2011 to 2015 were adapted for longitudinal analyses. …”
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Effects of different types of high-definition transcranial electrical stimulation on visual working memory and contralateral delayed activity by Yinan Ai, Mingyu Yin, Liying Zhang, Haojie Hu, Haiqing Zheng, Wuwei Feng, Yixuan Ku, Xiquan Hu

“…Methods Thirty-three healthy subjects received HD-tDCS, HD-tRNS and sham stimulation in a random order. …”
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Immediate impact of augmented reality visual training on choroidal thickness and accommodative function: A small sample study by Guo-rui Hu, Zhi-xing Xu, Chang-feng Pan, Zheng-yang Tao, Hang Chu, Zong-yue Lv, Ze-feng Kang, Hong-wei Deng

“…Background: The immediate effects of augmented reality (AR) visual training on choroidal thickness (ChT) and accommodative facility (AF) remain unclear. …”
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Designing accessible and independent living spaces for visually impaired individuals: a barrier-free approach to interior design by Anushka Patil, Smruti Raghani

“…The findings highlight the transformative potential of inclusive design in enriching the daily lives of those with visual challenges. Methods The research involved case studies, user interviews, and participatory design workshops with visually impaired individuals aged between 18 and 75. …”
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Effects of intermittent visual feedback on EEG characteristics during motor preparation and execution in a goal-directed task by Baobao Yu, Baobao Yu, Yimeng You, Yimeng You, Yahui Li, Yahui Li, Jiaqi Chen, Huilin Zhou, Huilin Zhou, Jun Wang, Jun Wang, Junchen Huang, Junchen Huang, Weinv Fan, Jialin Xu, Jialin Xu, Jialin Xu, Guokun Zuo, Guokun Zuo, Guokun Zuo

“…Therefore, our study aims to investigate the impact of different types of visual feedback on movement-related brain activity in goal-directed tasks, in order to identify more effective forms of visual feedback in goal-directed tasks.MethodsThe electroencephalographic (EEG) data from 18 healthy subjects were collected under both continuous and intermittent visual feedback conditions during a goal-directed reaching task. …”
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Stratification of the Extent of Visual Impairment Identifies Sex-Specific Degenerative Changes in Retinal Structure and Function during Aging by Genea Edwards, Sean M. Riordan, Caitlin Buchholz, Marc Mardelli, Carlyn P. Euritt, Rodrigo Perez-Magnelli, Ariej Rafiq, Avery Engelmeyer, Peter Koulen

“…Methods: A longitudinal study evaluated visual acuity (VA) and contrast sensitivity (CS) using optomotor reflex (OMR), and retinal function, encompassing scotopic and photopic measurements, was recorded by electroretinogram (ERG) at 12 months of age. …”
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Abnormal visual cortex activity using functional magnetic resonance imaging in treatment resistant photophobia in Friedreich Ataxia by Araliya N. Gunawardene, Nicholas Reyes, David Valdes-Arias, Alpen Ortug, Jaime Martinez, Anat Galor, Eric A. Moulton

“…Purpose: Friedreich ataxia (FDRA) is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease that can have ophthalmological manifestations including visual dysfunction, nystagmus, and optic atrophy. …”
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Can off-the-shelf visual large language models detect and diagnose ocular diseases from retinal photographs? by Tien Yin Wong, Yih Chung Tham, Ching-Yu Cheng, Wendy Wong, Ya Xing Wang, Hongwei Ji, Zhi Da Soh, Xiaofei Wang, Jocelyn Hui Lin Goh, David Ziyou Chen, Krithi Pushpanathan, Sahana Srinivasan, Weizhi Ma

“…This study aimed to evaluate the capabilities of commonly available VLLMs, such as OpenAI’s GPT-4V and Google’s Gemini, in detecting and diagnosing ocular diseases from retinal images.Methods and analysis From the Singapore Epidemiology of Eye Diseases (SEED) study, we selected 44 representative retinal photographs, including 10 healthy and 34 representing six eye diseases (age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, visually significant cataract, myopic macular degeneration and retinal vein occlusion). …”
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Age-related differences of subjective visual vertical perception in adults—a functional near-infrared spectroscopy study by Jun Lu, Jun Lu, Xiang Gong, Meng-Huan Wang, Ruo-Xin Zhao, Yu-Chen Wang, Ying-Ying Shen, Rong Cao, Guang-Xu Xu, Guang-Xu Xu

“…BackgroundThe perception of Subjective Visual Vertical (SVV) is crucial for postural orientation and significantly reflects an individual’s postural control ability, relying on vestibular, visual, and somatic sensory inputs to assess the Earth’s gravity line. …”
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Visual outcomes and spectacle independence of a non-diffractive wavefront-shaping intraocular lens in post-LASIK patients by Wei Fan, Wei Fan, Wei Fan, Wei Fan, Wei Fan, Wei Fan, Meiyi Zhu, Meiyi Zhu, Meiyi Zhu, Meiyi Zhu, Meiyi Zhu, Meiyi Zhu, Guangbin Zhang, Guangbin Zhang, Guangbin Zhang, Guangbin Zhang, Guangbin Zhang, Guangbin Zhang

“…PurposeTo compare visual outcomes, depth of field (DOF), spectacle independence, and patient satisfaction of cataract patients with and without previous myopic laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery who received a non-diffractive extended range-of-focus (EROF) intraocular lens (IOL).Setting:Xiamen Eye Center, Xiamen, China.DesignProspective case series.MethodsA total of 50 eyes of 41 patients implanted with the Vivity IOL were divided into Post-LASIK and Virgin groups. …”
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Innovative applications of visualized thermosensitive color-changing personalized boluses in post-mastectomy radiotherapy: a dosimetric analysis by Yong Wang, Fujing Huang, Wenmin Han, Jianjun Qian, Peifeng Zhao, Liesong Chen, Yaqun Zhu, Ye Tian, Yanze Sun

“…Materials and methods Forty PMRT patients (June 2023–June 2024) were randomized into two groups. …”
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Emerging research themes in ferroptosis research for non-small cell lung cancer: a bibliometric and visualized analysis by Wenbo Zhang, Wenbo Zhang, Wenbo Zhang, Wenbo Zhang, Jianwei Gu, Jianwei Gu, Jianwei Gu, Jianwei Gu, Yong Chen, Guolu Jiang, Diego Gonzalez-Rivas, Diego Gonzalez-Rivas, Minjie Ma, Chang Chen, Chang Chen, Chang Chen

“…The findings aim to guide future investigations and promote interdisciplinary collaborations.MethodsData were extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection on December 24, 2024. …”
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Research trends and topics on sepsis immunosuppression: a bibliometric and visual analysis of global research from 2004 to 2024 by Ji Yin, Yantong Wan, Guangqin Chen, Nanhong Li, Fei Liu, Haihua Luo, Haihua Luo, Haihua Luo, Haihua Luo, Haihua Luo, Yijing Li, Shan Li, Shan Li, Yong Jiang, Yong Jiang, Yong Jiang, Yong Jiang, Yong Jiang

“…This study employs bibliometric techniques and knowledge mapping to provide a visual analysis of trends and developments in sepsis immunosuppression, offering a systematic overview for researchers in the field.ObjectivesThis study aims to: (1) Quantitatively characterize global publication trends, key contributors (countries/institutions/journals/authors), and collaborative networks in sepsis immunosuppression research (2004–2024); (2) Identify current hotspots and future directions in this field.Materials and methodsArticles and reviews related to sepsis immunosuppression were sourced from the Web of Science Core Collection via subject-specific searches. …”
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Association between near functional visual acuity and physical function in community-dwelling older adults: a cross-sectional study by Tomoki Manabe, Yuko Oguma, Kento Tabira, Miki Sugimoto, Kazuno Negishi, Kaori Yagasaki

“…Visual function was assessed based on the measurement of binocular near functional visual acuity (NFVA) using the Smart Vision Check application. …”
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Comparison of Online Visual Acuity Testing with Dynamic Dyop and Static LogMAR Optotypes in Healthy Non-Presbyopic and Presbyopic Individuals by Ifrah R, Paritzky D

“…The Dyop (dynamic optotype) VA test is a computerized motion perception assessment designed to simulate daily visual experiences. With the rise of telemedicine, this study examined the feasibility and agreement between virtual online VA testing using Dyop compared to standard LogMAR optotypes in non-presbyopic and presbyopic participants.Methods: After an initial online Zoom® meeting verifying inclusion criteria and technical feasibility, participants accessed the examiner’s computer using the “Anydesk” application enabling them to view the “Chart 2020” program. …”
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Visual outcomes with two posterior chamber phakic intraocular lenses in myopic patients: a contralateral eye study by Boliang Li, Boliang Li, Boliang Li, Boliang Li, Xun Chen, Xun Chen, Xun Chen, Xun Chen, Mingrui Cheng, Mingrui Cheng, Mingrui Cheng, Mingrui Cheng, I-Chun Lin, I-Chun Lin, I-Chun Lin, I-Chun Lin, Yinjie Jiang, Yinjie Jiang, Yinjie Jiang, Yinjie Jiang, Yadi Lei, Yadi Lei, Yadi Lei, Yadi Lei, Guanghan Xu, Guanghan Xu, Guanghan Xu, Guanghan Xu, Mingwei Li, Mingwei Li, Mingwei Li, Mingwei Li, Zhiwei Mao, Zhiwei Mao, Zhiwei Mao, Zhiwei Mao, Xingtao Zhou, Xingtao Zhou, Xingtao Zhou, Xingtao Zhou, Xiaoying Wang, Xiaoying Wang, Xiaoying Wang, Xiaoying Wang

“…PurposeAssess the efficacy, safety, and visual quality of two posterior chamber phakic intraocular lenses (PIOL) for myopia correction.MethodsIn this randomized double-blind prospective controlled trial, 38 eyes of 19 myopic patients received phakic refractive (PR) IOL in one eye and implantable collamer lens (EVO ICL) in the opposite eye and were followed up for 1 year. …”
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Assessment of photoreceptor recovery and visual function utilizing adaptive optics and microperimetry in patients with surgically closed macular holes by Yuanyuan Liu, Xueli Yang, Wei Zhou, Jinguo Yu, Song Chen, Tiangeng He, Caiyun You, Xiangda Meng, Mengyu Liao, Yi Lei, Hua Yan

“…Using adaptive optics scanning laser ophthalmoscopy (AOSLO) and microperimetry, we aimed to provide a more detailed understanding of photoreceptor recovery and visual improvement in closed MHs. Methods: We conducted a retrospective observational study of 31 eyes of 28 patients who underwent vitrectomy with internal limiting membrane (ILM) peeling to treat idiopathic MHs. …”
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Multi-Comparison of Different Ocular Imaging Modality-based Deep Learning Models for Visually Significant Cataract Detection by Jocelyn Hui Lin Goh, BEng, Xiaofeng Lei, MSc, Miao-Li Chee, MPH, Yiming Qian, PhD, Marco Yu, PhD, Tyler Hyungtaek Rim, MD, PhD, Simon Nusinovici, PhD, David Ziyou Chen, MBBS, FRCOphth, Kai Hui Koh, BSc, Samantha Min Er Yew, BSc, Yibing Chen, BEng, Victor Teck Chang Koh, MBBS, MMed, Charumathi Sabanayagam, MD, PhD, Tien Yin Wong, MD, PhD, Xinxing Xu, PhD, Rick Siow Mong Goh, PhD, Yong Liu, PhD, Ching-Yu Cheng, MD, PhD, Yih-Chung Tham, PhD

“…A community study data set of nonmydriatic retinal photos (N = 310 eyes) was used for external testing of the retinal model. Methods: We developed 3 single-modality DL models (retinal, slit beam, and diffuse anterior segment photos) and 4 ensemble models (4 different combinations of the 3 single-modality models) to detect visually significant cataract (VSC). …”
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Replication Study of “Visual Fixation on the Thorax Predicts Bystander Breathing Detection in Simulated Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest” by Marco Pedrotti

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