Shedding light on biochemical changes in single neuron-like pheochromocytoma cells following exposure to synchrotron sourced terahertz radiation using synchrotron source Fourier tr... by Palalle G. Tharushi Perera, Jitraporn Vongsvivut, Denver Linklater, Zoltan Vilagosh, Dominique Appadoo, The Hong Phong Nguyen, Mark J. Tobin, Rodney Croft, Elena P. Ivanova

“…Principal component analysis (PCA) based on the SS FTIR spectral data revealed a distinct separation of SS THz-exposed and control (non-exposed) cells. …”
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Evaluating the Effect of Dietary Protein–Energy Ratios on Yak Intestinal Microbiota Using High-Throughput 16S rRNA Gene Sequencing by Yanbin Zhu, Yangji Cidan, Munwar Ali, Sijia Lu, Usama Javed, Zhuoma Cisang, Deji Gusang, Quzha Danzeng, Kun Li, Wangdui Basang

“…The results revealed a total of 5,669,645 raw data sequences (3,189,115 and 2,480,530 from day 15 and day 30, respectively). …”
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A detailed investigation of induced residual stresses in the laser powder bed fusion process using the modified inherent strain approach and experimental measurements by Marjan Molavi-Zarandi, Ali Bonakdar, Hossein Mohammadtaheri, Mehran Bagheri, Ramin Sedaghati

“…While the MIS method aligns well with the experimental data at the surface level, discrepancies arise in deeper subsurface layers, where simulations tend to underestimate tensile residual stresses due to simplified MIS assumptions. …”
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Deep learning radiomics of left atrial appendage features for predicting atrial fibrillation recurrence by Yanping Yin, Sixiang Jia, Jing Zheng, Wei Wang, Ziwen Wang, Jiangbo Lin, Wenting Lin, Chao Feng, Shudong Xia, Weili Ge

“…Abstract Background Structural remodeling of the left atrial appendage (LAA) is characteristic of atrial fibrillation (AF), and LAA morphology impacts radiofrequency catheter ablation (RFCA) outcomes. …”
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and spread of New Delhi Metallo-β-Lactamase (NDM) in Italy: A call for policymakers by Gabriella Nucera

“…According to its Agenzia Regionale di Sanità (ARS) data, between November 2018 and 27 October 2019, NDM producing CREs have been identified in the blood of 129 patients and the rate of mortality in patients with sepsis was as 33% [13]. …”

Greenhouse gas emissions from livestock production tripled those from household consumption in the Eurasian desert steppe by Lulu Wang, Xinchao Liu, Susie Wu, Tsegaye Gemechu Legesse, Zhuwen Xu, Jiquan Chen, Yaoqi Zhang, Xiaoping Xin, Xiaobing Dong, Yun Liu, Kexin Cao, Changliang Shao

“…Abstract Background Family ranches are major sources of livestock-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in global pastoral ecosystems. We conducted semi-structured interviews and collected data on livestock production and the livelihoods of 235 family ranches in a desert steppe of Inner Mongolia where intensive pastoral management is practiced. …”
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Hadron Identification Prospects with Granular Calorimeters by Andrea De Vita, Abhishek, Max Aehle, Muhammad Awais, Alessandro Breccia, Riccardo Carroccio, Long Chen, Tommaso Dorigo, Nicolas R. Gauger, Ralf Keidel, Jan Kieseler, Enrico Lupi, Federico Nardi, Xuan Tung Nguyen, Fredrik Sandin, Kylian Schmidt, Pietro Vischia, Joseph Willmore

“…The XGBoost model demonstrated computational efficiency and interpretability advantages over deep learning for tabular data structures, while achieving similar classification performance. …”
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Genomic insights into Neolithic founding paternal lineages around the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau using integrated YanHuang resource by Mengge Wang, Yunhui Liu, Lintao Luo, Yuhang Feng, Zhiyong Wang, Ting Yang, Huijun Yuan, Chao Liu, Guanglin He

“…Our findings align paternal genetic structures with East Asian geography and linguistic groups, underscoring the utility of Y chromosome analyses in unraveling complex paternal histories.…”
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The development and implementation of an innovative community-based intervention to strengthen community capacity for HIV prevention and care among Canadians of African Caribbean a... by Josephine Etowa, Notisha Massaquoi, Francisca Omorodion, Danielle Brown-Shreves, Ilene Hyman, Akalewold Gebremeskel, Hugues Loemba, Bishwajit Ghose, Egbe Etowa, Jennifer Rayner, Charles Dabone, Lounanjio Brown O’Sullivan, Azeeza Sule, Joseph Kiirya, Sanni Yaya, Wangari Tharao, Haoua Inoua, Angela Kaida, Apondi Odhiambo, Clinton Beckford

“…African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) women are overrepresented among new HIV diagnoses due to social and structural factors. This study seeks to create, implement, and evaluate a community-based peer-led intervention to improve access to HIV prevention and care for ACB women in Canada. …”
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Examining gender equality, diversity, and inclusion: a case study of the challenges and opportunities in community extension programs in a select philippine university by Rowena Raton-Hibanada, Nilo Jayoma Castulo, Nilo Jayoma Castulo, Jayson L. de Vera, Jayson L. de Vera, Jayson L. de Vera, Analyn C. Bituin, Analyn C. Bituin, Alvin B. Barcelona, Alvin B. Barcelona, Iona Ofelia B. Zanoria, Iona Ofelia B. Zanoria, Zyralie L. Bedural, Zyralie L. Bedural, James V. Bailon, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Carl O. Dellomos, Carl O. Dellomos

“…Data were thematically analyzed to identify key challenges, opportunities, and evaluation measures for GEDI implementation. …”
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Functional divergence of the two Elongator subcomplexes during neurodevelopment by Monika Gaik, Marija Kojic, Megan R Stegeman, Tülay Öncü‐Öner, Anna Kościelniak, Alun Jones, Ahmed Mohamed, Pak Yan Stefanie Chau, Sazia Sharmin, Andrzej Chramiec‐Głąbik, Paulina Indyka, Michał Rawski, Anna Biela, Dominika Dobosz, Amanda Millar, Vann Chau, Aycan Ünalp, Michael Piper, Mark C Bellingham, Evan E Eichler, Deborah A Nickerson, Handan Güleryüz, Nour El Hana Abbassi, Konrad Jazgar, Melissa J Davis, Saadet Mercimek‐Andrews, Sultan Cingöz, Brandon J Wainwright, Sebastian Glatt

“…Here, we identify ELP4 and ELP6 variants in patients with developmental delay, epilepsy, intellectual disability, and motor dysfunction. We determine the structures of human and murine Elp456 subcomplexes and locate the mutated residues. …”
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Adaptive evaluation of gross total resection rates for endoscopic endonasal approach based on preoperative MRI morphological features of pituitary adenomas by Ao Shen, Yue Min, Dongjie Zhou, Lirui Dai, Liang Lyu, Wenyi Zhan, Shu Jiang, Peizhi Zhou

“…It explores the impact of the dynamic relationships between different anatomical landmarks and the tumor on the resection rate and tumor progression/recurrence during the endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA).MethodsA single-center institutional database review was conducted, identifying patients with PAs treated with EEA from December 2018 to January 2023. Clinical data were reviewed, and anatomical landmarks were categorized into two regions: the suprasellar region and the cavernous sinus region. …”
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Mentorship among healthcare researchers: a social network analysis by Bo Kim, Bo Kim, Erin A. Pleasants, Jennifer L. Sullivan, Jennifer L. Sullivan, Amy M. Linsky, Amy M. Linsky, Amy M. Linsky

“…To improve their mentorship structures and processes, organizations must first assess their current practices. …”
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Association between the use of herbal medicines during pregnancy and adverse fetal outcomes among mothers in eastern Ethiopia, 2023 by Tamirat Getachew, Abera Kenay Tura, Merga Dheresa, Shamble Niguse, Bikila Balis, Lemma Demissie Regassa, Addis Eyeberu

“…Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 882 randomly selected mothers from February 1, 2023 to November 1, 2023. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using structured questionnaires adapted from previous literature. …”
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Study on the isolation of secondary metabolites and their biological activities of the endophytic fungus Aspergillus fumigatus 06T03 from the soil of Aegiceras corniculatum by DAI Ziteng, WEI Xia, LIU Yanying, YOU Zhengliang, WU Chenghua, WANG Juan, SHEN Zhangyang, XING Shangping, HUANG Qianchan, ZHU Dan

“…This study enriches the chemical diversity of the secondary metabolites of endophytic fungus from the soil of Aegiceras corniculatum, and provides basic data for subsequent further development.…”
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Evaluation of Screening Tool of Older People’s Prescriptions (STOPP) Criteria in an Urban Cohort of Older People with HIV by Lauren F. O’Connor, Jenna B. Resnik, Sam Simmens, Vinay Bhandaru, Debra Benator, La’Marcus Wingate, Amanda D. Castel, Anne K. Monroe

“…STOPP is particularly important for people aging with HIV and comorbidities, since PIP may exacerbate symptoms and decrease adherence. Methods: We analyzed data from the DC Cohort, a longitudinal cohort of people with HIV (PWH). …”
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Redefining respite for family caregivers: lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic by Rebecca L. Utz, Hannah L. Mundinger, Amber Thompson, Gail L. Towsley, Gail L. Towsley, Kara B. Dassel, Kara B. Dassel, Alex Terrill, Alycia A. Bristol

“…This study aimed to understand how caregivers accessed and achieved respite when respite services were not readily available, and how their experiences during and following the unprecedented global public health crisis have influenced and informed the way that caregivers achieve the needed and desired respite.MethodsThis study integrates several sources of qualitative and descriptive data collected via electronic surveys and semi-structured interviews with family caregivers and respite providers over the past several years (from 2019 to 2024).ResultsThe following themes were identified: (a) disruption and loss of formal respite services resulted in caregiver isolation, as well as acute and protracted stress, (b) personal networks and shared caregiving arrangements provide opportunities for informal respite, (c) respite is associated improved caregiver wellbeing, but caregivers often are hesitant to use respite (d) daily activities and routines can provide a form of respite for caregivers, (e) family caregivers showed resilience and adaptability in the face of COVID-19 challenges, revealing the potential benefit of taking “short breaks” throughout the day to achieve a feeling of respite.Discussion and conclusionsThese qualitative, descriptive insights provide a blueprint for a reimagined definition of caregiver respite, where respite is conceptualized as an outcome or benefit that caregivers seek and can create on their own, rather than only defining respite as a formal service provided to caregivers by outside organizations. …”
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A qualitative study on the experience of family members of patients with mild to moderate disturbance of consciousness in NICU undergoing physical restraint (NICU轻中度意识障碍患者实施身体约束时家属... by YIN Zhaomin (殷召敏), WANG Fang (王芳)

“…The data were coded, analyzed, sorted and summarized according to Colaizzi's seven step analysis method. …”
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Socio-demographic factors, housing characteristics, and clinical symptoms associated with falciparum malaria in two rapidly urbanizing areas in the Ashanti region of Ghana by Stephen Opoku Afriyie, Kwasi Baako Antwi, Abdul-Hakim Mutala, Dawood Ackom Abbas, Kofi Agyapong Addo, Austine Tweneboah, Thomas Kwame Addison, Eric Osei, Cristian Koepfli, Kingsley Badu

“…Five µL of venous blood was obtained from suspected malaria patients and tested for malaria using rapid diagnostic test (RDT). Data on socio-demographic factors, clinical symptoms, and housing characteristics were collected using a structured questionnaire. …”
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Humanizing processes after harm part 1: patient safety incident investigations, litigation and the experiences of those affected by Lauren Ramsey, Laura Sheard, Justin Waring, Siobhan McHugh, Ruth Simms-Ellis, Ruth Simms-Ellis, Gemma Louch, Katherine Ludwin, Jane K. O’Hara

“…Nonetheless, there remains little UK-based evidence exploring how this relates to the experiences of those affected over time, including the factors influencing decisions to litigate.AimsWe aimed to explore the experiences of patients, families, staff and legal representatives affected by safety incidents over time, and the factors influencing decisions to litigate.MethodsParticipants were purposively recruited via (i) communication from four NHS hospital Trusts or an independent national investigator in England, (ii) relevant charitable organizations, (iii) social media, and (iv) word of mouth to take part in a qualitative semi-structured interview study. Data were analyzed using an inductive reflexive thematic approach.Findings42 people with personal or professional experience of safety incident investigations participated, comprising patients and families (n = 18), healthcare staff (n = 7), legal staff (n = 1), and investigators (n = 16). …”
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