Investigating brain network dynamics in state-dependent stimulation: A concurrent electroencephalography and transcranial magnetic stimulation study using hidden Markov models by Saeed Makkinayeri, Roberto Guidotti, Alessio Basti, Mark W. Woolrich, Chetan Gohil, Mauro Pettorruso, Maria Ermolova, Risto J. Ilmoniemi, Ulf Ziemann, Gian Luca Romani, Vittorio Pizzella, Laura Marzetti

“…Background: Systems neuroscience studies have shown that baseline brain activity can be categorized into large-scale networks (resting-state-networks, RNSs), with influence on cognitive abilities and clinical symptoms. These insights have guided millimeter-precise selection of brain stimulation targets based on RSNs. …”
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Potential role of photobiomodulation as a prevention and treatment strategy for radiation induced fibrosis: a review of effectiveness and mechanisms by Rachita Gururaj, Betty Thomas, Manur Gururajachar Janaki, Vinay Martin D’sa Prabhu, Rakesh Nagaraju, Stephen Rajan Samuel, Sundar Kumar Veluswamy

“…Retrieved studies underwent independent title, abstract, full text screening and data extraction. Quality analysis was performed for human studies to assess methodological rigor. …”
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MODERN DIRECTION FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF TRAINING STUDENTS OF DENTAL FACULTY by M.V. Storozheva, S.N. Grigorov, L.P. Rekova

“…The most striking example of this method is to discuss the indications and contraindications for tooth extraction, which allows supporters of the “right” position to objectively prove their position. …”
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Relationship between cricket participation, health and well-being: scoping review protocol by Nigel K Arden, Garrett Scott Bullock, Nirmala K Panagodage-Perera, Stephanie R Filbay

“…Introduction Cricket is a popular sport played by 2.5 billion people of all ages and abilities. However, cricket participation is decreasing in the UK, despite an increased focus of governments on increasing sport participation to enhance public health. …”
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Identification of Effective Factors on Academic Performance of Talented Students in Iranian Universities: A Meta-Synthesis Study by Parinaz Rahmani Barouji, Jamal Haji, Mojgan Mohammadimehr

“…Results: From the content analysis of the selected sources, 240 initial codes were extracted, encompassing 16 sub-themes. These sub-themes were organized into four main themes: individual factors (demographic characteristics, cognitive and psychological components, motivational traits, attitudinal traits, behavioral traits, family characteristics and conditions); organizational factors (organizational culture and climate, intra- and inter-university interactions, characteristics of the university of study); supportive factors (support and backing from the community, support and backing from the government, support and backing from the university); educational factors (development of student talent and abilities, educational strategies, development of educational content, educational facilities and resources) Conclusion: The factors affecting the academic performance of talented students are multidimensional. …”
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Cognitive and academic outcomes of large‐for‐gestational‐age babies born at early term: A systematic review and meta‐analysis by Xuan Zhao, Alice Poskett, Marie Stracke, Siobhan Quenby, Dieter Wolke

“…Two reviewers independently screened the selected studies. One reviewer extracted the data, and the other double‐checked the data. …”
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Access, inequalities and annual health checks (AHCs) for adults living with severe mental illness in the UK: a mixed-methods systematic review by Karina Lovell, Chunhu Shi, Rathi Ravindrarajah, Gill Norman, Elinor Hopkin, Janine Owens, Penny E Bee

“…We also included qualitative studies.Data extraction and synthesis Two reviewers independently assessed the evidence for inclusion using the eligibility criteria at title, abstract and at full-text screening. …”
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Exploring the multi-targeted mechanism of Saikosaponin A in prostate cancer treatment: a network pharmacology and molecular docking approach by Genbao Zhu, Genbao Zhu, Genbao Zhu, Zhiming Jiang, Niuping Zhu, Niuping Zhu, Donghui Wang, Donghui Wang, Tianpeng Guo, Tianpeng Guo, Yiqing Meng, Yiqing Meng, Yi Zhu, Yi Zhu, Kemeng Tan, Mengxue Hu, Heng Tang, Xuannian Wang, Xuannian Wang

“…Saikosaponin A (SSA), a triterpenoid saponin extracted from the genus Bupleurum, exerts numerous pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory and anti-tumorigenic effects. …”
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Domestic violence and older women in Latin American countries: a scoping review protocol by Alexa R Yakubovich, Marilyn Macdonald, Patrick Albert Palmieri, Lori E Weeks, Erin Langman, Arezoo Mojbafan, Melissa Ignaczak, Karen A Dominguez-Cancino, Allyson Gallant, Ali Hammoud, Paulina Carrasco Salazar

“…Titles, abstracts and full texts will be assessed by two independent reviewers. A data extraction tool will be used, and findings will be presented in a narrative accompanied by diagrams and tables that address the review questions.Ethics and dissemination Ethics approval is not required for this review. …”
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Perspectives and Experiences of Family Caregivers Using Supportive Mobile Apps in Dementia Care: Meta-Synthesis of Qualitative Research by Haifei Shen, Yi Han, Wen Shi, Jiangxuan Yu, Xueqi Shan, Hongyao Wang, Junjie Wang

“…In addition, such supportive mobile apps serve as valuable tools for family caregivers to enhance their caregiving abilities and efficiency, alleviate the burden of care, improve negative emotions, foster social connections, and promote self-care. …”
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دراسة العلاقة بين رأس المال البشري ورأس المال الاجتماعي بحث استطلاعي لآراء عينة من التدريسيين في جامعة الكوفة... by هاشم فوزي العبادي

“…Data were collected from a sample of college at University of Kufa included (317) persons from teaching staff at (19) colleges. After extraction of the research results, we reach a number of conclusions. …”
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Clinical efficacy of DSA-based features in predicting outcomes of acupuncture intervention on upper limb dysfunction following ischemic stroke by Yuqi Tang, Sixian Hu, Yipeng Xu, Linjia Wang, Yu Fang, Pei Yu, Yaning Liu, Jiangwei Shi, Junwen Guan, Ling Zhao

“…The prediction accuracy of the clinical efficacy model reached 93.6%, with all three-treatment response classification area under the curves (AUCs) exceeding 0.95. Feature extraction using the prediction model highlighted the significant influence of various cerebral vascular stenosis sites within the internal carotid artery (ICA) on prediction outcomes. …”
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Successful Aging from Sa'di's Perspective by Khadigeh Parastesh, Ahmad Razi, Alireza Nikouei

“…Keywords: Aging, Successful Aging, Educational Literature, Old Age, Sa'di Introduction Old age represents a significant phase in the human lifespan—a period when individuals, having traversed the majority of their lives, experience a decline in certain abilities and often find themselves marginalized by societal structures. …”
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Ketomimetic nutrients remodel the glycocalyx and trigger a metabolic defense in breast cancer cells by Mohini Kamra, Yuan-I Chen, Paula C. Delgado, Erin H. Seeley, Stephanie K. Seidlits, Hsin-Chih Yeh, Amy Brock, Sapun H. Parekh

“…Single cell label-free metabolic imaging has been performed, coupled with measurement of cellular proliferative and migratory abilities, and MS-based metabolomic screens. Transcriptomic analysis of crucial enzymes was performed using total RNA extraction and rt-qPCR. …”
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Effects of kelp phlorotannins on the growth, immunity, intestinal health and disease resistance against Vibrio splendidus of sea cucumber Apostichopus japonicus by Zhikai Zhang, Yan Chi, Yongheng Du, Feng Li, Ning Ma, Song Qin

“…In the present work, phlorotannins were extracted from kelp and added to the feed of sea cucumbers at the concentration of 0 (control), 0.4, 0.8 and 1.6 g kg⁻¹ . …”
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Effects of multicomponent exercise on frailty status and physical function in frail older adults: A meta-analysis and systematic review by Xinyu Yang, Shasha Li, Lingfen Xu, Haibing Liu, Yue Li, Xiaofang Song, Jianyi Bao, Shufang Liao, Yingxue Xi, Guojing Guo

“…Two reviewers independently screened and selected the publications, extracted the data, and assessed risk of bias. This study included randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental designs. …”
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A Framework for Successful Crowdfunding Campaigns: Insights from Social Media (A Systematic Review) by Saeideh Sadat Alavi, Mohammad Ghadamyari, Tahmoores Sohrabi

“…These factors encompass inherent project characteristics, the entrepreneur's personal attributes and abilities, the strategies implemented during the campaign, interactions occurring on social media, and psychological factors that impact investor decision-making. …”
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The predictive value of thyroid hormone sensitivity parameters for cervical lymph node metastasis in patients with differentiated thyroid cancer by Jingcheng Bi, Tianqi Yao, Yu Yao, Zhengcai Zhu, Qiucheng Lei, Lianghe Jiao, Tao Li

“…Relevant demographic, tumour, lymph node and thyroid hormone sensitivity parameter data were extracted from medical records and laboratory reports. …”
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Teaching trauma-informed care in undergraduate medical education: A scoping review by Sarah Beth Bell, Julie Miller-Cribbs, Juliana Meireles, Shari Clifton, Rachel Bright, Alice Moon, Hudia Jamshed, Frances Wen, Martina Jelley

“…Independent coders used a two-tier process to determine which papers met inclusion criteria. The coders extracted key information from the studies focused on training facilitators, participants, curriculum content, teaching methods, learner outcomes, and competencies. …”
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Conceptual frameworks, competencies, contents and teaching methods in planetary health education for health students and professionals: a global systematic scoping review by Carme Carrion, Camilla Alay Llamas, Eka Dian Safitri, Carola Domènech-Panicello, George S. Downward, Ardi Findyartini, Nadia Greviana, Indah Kartika Murni, Sie Meng Lee, Mireia Llimós, Ariadna Moreno, Shannon Leigh O’Brien, Isabel Ruiz-Mallén, Diantha Soemantri, Indah Suci Widyahening, Respati Wulansari Ranakusuma, Dewi Yunia Fitriani, Cristina O’Callaghan-Gordo

“…Selection and data extraction processes were conducted systematically. …”
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