X-linked genes and risk of orofacial clefts: evidence from two population-based studies in Scandinavia. by Astanand Jugessur, Øivind Skare, Rolv T Lie, Allen J Wilcox, Kaare Christensen, Lene Christiansen, Truc Trung Nguyen, Jeffrey C Murray, Håkon K Gjessing

“…<h4>Methodology/principal findings</h4>We added new functionalities in the HAPLIN statistical software to enable association analysis of X-linked markers and an exploration of various causal scenarios relevant to orofacial clefts. …”
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Autophagy and skeletal muscles in sepsis. by Mahroo Mofarrahi, Ioanna Sigala, Yeting Guo, Richard Godin, Elaine C Davis, Basil Petrof, Marco Sandri, Yan Burelle, Sabah N A Hussain

“…Autophagy is a protein and organelle recycling pathway which functions to degrade or recycle unnecessary, redundant, or inefficient cellular components. …”
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Role of Toll-like receptor gene polymorphism in pathogenesis of new coronavirus infection by V. A. Beloglazov, I. A. Yatskov, A. A. Kamshiy, Yu. M. Agzamova

“…The factors that lead to reduced / increased expression of TLR genes include gene polymorphisms which control the functioning of the immune system in some ways, thus causing a reduced, or hyperinflammatory response to an infectious agent. …”
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Enhancing Creativity and Validation in Explanatory Deep Learning-Based Symbolic Music Generation: A Hybrid Approach With LSTM and Genetic Algorithms by Ahmad Zainul Fanani, Arry Maulana Syarif, Ika Novita Dewi, Abdul Karim

“…The LSTM component, functioning based on its ability to creatively generate note sequences, and the GA component, tasked with validation and refinement, have both proven to collaborate effectively and fulfill their respective roles. …”
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Assessing the quality of life in children with autism spectrum disorder: a cross-sectional study of contributing factors by Jaya Shanker Tedla, Faisal Asiri, Ravi Shankar Reddy, Devika Rani Sangadala, Kumar Gular, Venkata Nagaraj Kakaraparthi

“…ANOVA results showed that children with severe autism symptoms had the lowest QoL scores (mean = 40.12, SD = 15.67; F = 20.45, p &lt; 0.001, η² = 0.45).ConclusionChildren with ASD showed significantly lower QoL, particularly in social and school functioning, highlighting the need for targeted interventions addressing core symptoms and environmental and family factors to improve outcomes.…”
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Technology for the development and use of electronic educational resources in the educational process of a university by M. V. Makhmutova, E. I. Senicheva, O. A. Akimova

“…To solve these tasks, the general scientific system approach was used as the main one, the basis of which is to consider educational facilities as systems functioning in a certain environment, as well as methods of analysis and comparison. …”
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Analysis of precancerous lesion-related microRNAs for early diagnosis of cervical cancer in the Thai population by Rooge Suvanasuthi, Suwanit Therasakvichya, Potjanee Kanchanapiboon, Chamras Promptmas, Sarin Chimnaronk

“…Pathway analysis was conducted to provide the cellular functions involved in CC progression. The study identified a shared 18-miRNA panel for both tissue and discharge, with which the prediction model distinguished HSIL and AIS from normal samples with an accuracy of 90.9%. …”
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PORTFOLIO AS AN INSTRUMENTAL MEANS OF SELF-EVALUATION OF EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS OF STUDENTS by E. F. Zeer, L. N. Stepanova

“…It is highlighted that functionally the portfolio can serve as the tool of both the analysis of educational and professional achievements of students, and forecasting of their professional future. …”
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Forecasting Wind Power Generation Using Artificial Neural Network: “Pawan Danawi”—A Case Study from Sri Lanka by Amila T. Peiris, Jeevani Jayasinghe, Upaka Rathnayake

“…This paper develops artificial neural network (ANN) models to forecast wind power generation in “Pawan Danawi”, a functioning wind farm in Sri Lanka. Wind speed, wind direction, and ambient temperature of the area were used as the independent variable matrices of the developed ANN models, while the generated wind power was used as the dependent variable. …”
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The effect of acceleration on color vision by Ranđelović Danijela, Pavlović Miroslav

“…Over 80% of all information a pilot receives during the flight is visual with color perception being one of the most important visual functions for managing an aircraft. The reception of color is of high significance in aviation due to the importance of signal tracking on instrument panels as well as the importance of visual stimulus and environment signs. …”
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Endothelial dysfunction in children with pyelonephritis by O. Ye. Abaturov, L. I. Vakulenko, O. V. Kunak

“…To study the characteristics of vascular endothelium system functioning as a marker of the balance between endothelium-dependent vasodilation and endothelium-dependent vasoconstriction in children with acute and chronic pyelonephritis. …”
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Electrophysiological evaluation of the neuromuscular junction: a brief review by João Aris Kouyoumdjian, Eduardo de Paula Estephan

“…The jitter is the most sensitive test for detecting a neuromuscular junction dysfunction. …”
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The Relation between Contraception Methods and Quality of Life by Narjes Bahri, Hamid R Tohidinik, Roghayeh R Bilandi, Mona Larki, Fatemeh Hooshangi, Maliheh Soltanian

“…After performing different statistical tests in bivariate analysis, the multi-variable linear regression was used to assess the association between method of contraception and domains of quality of life adjusting for other confounding factors Results: Women with Tubal sterilization had significant worse “physical functioning” [adjusted regression coefficient=-5.14 (95%CI:-10.2 to -0.01)] but better “general health perceptions” [adjusted regression coefficient=6.8(95%CI: 2.1 to 11.5)] than those preferring male condom (reference). …”
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Enhancing pipa tuning stability with piezoelectric materials: An adaptive system for real-time performance adjustment. by Kou Yawen

“…The NFIS utilised Gaussian membership functions to categorise sensor inputs into linguistic terms (e.g., "High Voltage," "Medium Temperature"), and a comprehensive rule base of 40 rules was established for adaptive tuning. …”
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Limits of Application of the <i>jura novit arbiter</i> Principle in International Arbitration: Some Issues of Theory and Practice by D. L. Davydenko, R. N. Muksunova

“…The study examined the issues in the relationship between jura novit arbiter and other principles aimed at narrowing the scope of its functioning.DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS. The results of the analysis allow to draw the following conclusions. …”
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Zebra optimization algorithm incorporating opposition-based learning and dynamic elite-pooling strategies and its applications. by Tengfei Ma, Guangda Lu, Zhuanping Qin, Tinghang Guo, Zheng Li, Changli Zhao

“…During experimental evaluation, the efficiency of OP-ZOA was verified using the CEC2017 test functions, demonstrating superior performance compared to seven recently proposed meta-heuristic algorithms (Bloodsucking Leech Algorithm (BSLO), Parrot Optimization Algorithm (PO), Polar Lights Algorithm (PLO), Red-tailed Hawk Optimization Algorithm (RTH), Bitterling Fish Optimization Algorithm (BFO), Spider Wasp Optimization Algorithm (SWO) and Zebra Optimization Algorithm (ZOA)). …”
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Flying foxes create extensive seed shadows and enhance germination success of pioneer plant species in deforested Madagascan landscapes. by Ryszard Oleksy, Luca Giuggioli, Thomas J McKetterick, Paul A Racey, Gareth Jones

“…The models use Gaussian probability density functions to predict the likelihood of defecation events occurring after feeding. …”
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Novel active-feedback device improves sleep quality in insomnia disorder: a randomized placebo-controlled trial by Antonia Ypsilanti, Maan van de Werken, Anna Robson, Petra Examilioti, Lambros Lazuras, Lambros Lazuras

“…ObjectivesInsomnia disorder is a public health challenge associated with impaired cognitive functioning, reduced quality of life, and adverse mental health outcomes. …”
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Results of a physical exercise program with music therapy in Ecuadorian patients affected by type 2 Diabetes Mellitus to increase muscle strength in upper limbs from a Neutrosophic... by María Eugenia Lucena de Ustáriz, Lisbeth Josefina Reales Chacón, Eliana del Consuelo de la Torre Núñez, Francisco Javier Ustáriz Fajardo, Rosa Elisa Cruz Tenempaguay, Adriana Monserrath Monge Moreno, Silvia Del Pilar Vallejo Chinche, José Andrés Zaporta Ramos

“…This multidimensional approach seeks to improve the quality of life and functionality of patients through an accessible treatment tailored to their needs. …”
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Rapid and Sensitive Detection of Thrombospondin-2 Using Nanoparticle Sensors for Cancer Screening and Prognosis by Maziyar Kalateh Mohammadi, Seyedsina Mirjalili, Md Ashif Ikbal, Hao Xie, Chao Wang

“…NasRED utilizes antibody-functionalized gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) to capture target proteins from a minute amount of sample (<10 µL) and achieve optimal performance with a short assay time by introducing active fluidic forces that act to promote biochemical reaction and accelerate signal transduction. …”
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