Sulfatase modifying factor 2 as a predictive biomarker for urothelial carcinoma by Wei-Ting Kuo, Yi-Chen Lee, Jia-Bin Liao, Ching-Jiunn Tseng, Yi-Fang Yang

“…Taken together, SUMF2 expression is linked to unfavorable clinical outcomes in patients with UC and may serve as a useful prognostic biomarker for UC staging.…”
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EXPLORING THE NEXUS BETWEEN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS, EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT, AND AGE DIFFERENCES IN POVERTY ALLEVIATION IN NIGERIA by NNANA OKOI OFEM, TIKU ORU TAKIM, TANGBAN EGBE EBAGU, RITA NGOZI OKAFOR

“…Thematic analysis served as the analytical lens, meticulously unraveling patterns and themes inherent in the participants' experiences. …”
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Human reference microbiome profiles of different body habitats in healthy individuals by Sujin Oh, Kyoung Un Park, Kyoung Un Park

“…IntroductionThis study aimed to establish the human reference microbiome profiles in blood, saliva, and stool of healthy individuals, serving as reference values to identify microbiome alterations in human disease.MethodsThe study population consisted of a reference group of healthy adults and a second group consisting of adults with periodontal disease (PD). …”
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Characterizing Traffic-Related Ultrafine Particles in Roadside Microenvironments: Spatiotemporal Insights from Industrial Parks by Sultan F.I. Abdillah, Sheng-Jie You, Ya-Fen Wang

“…Elevated levels of pollutants identified in this study have exceeded typical “high-level” UFPs according to WHO AQG 2021, indicating an intensified exposure risk for pedestrians and residents. This study serves as reference for future epidemiological study related to roadside UFPs in typical urban microenvironments such as industrial park areas.…”
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LIMD1-AS1 promotes the progression of prostate cancer and affects the function of prostate cancer cells by down-regulating miR-29c-3p by Yongsheng Yu, Nan He, Zhaolu Song, Chang Wang, Jinhuang Xu

“…Conclusion LncRNA LIMD1-AS1 promotes the advancement of PCa by regulating miR-29c-3p, indicating that LIMD1-AS1/miR-29c-3p axis could serve as potential therapeutic targets for the therapeutic intervention of PCa.…”
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Host 3' flap endonuclease Mus81 plays a critical role in trimming the terminal redundancy of hepatitis B virus relaxed circular DNA during covalently closed circular DNA formation. by Hu Zhang, Quanxin Long, Yuanjie Liu, Alexander L Marchetti, Cheng-Der Liu, Ning Sun, Haitao Guo

“…Next-generation sequencing (NGS) analysis revealed that the positive (+) strand DNA of rcDNA and both strands of cccDNA predominantly carried the wt nt1822 residue, indicating that the 5' TR of (-) strand DNA serves as the template during rcDNA replication, forming a duplex with the (+) strand DNA, while the 3' TR forms a flap-like structure, which is subsequently removed during cccDNA formation. …”
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Investigation of local corrosion behavior and mechanism for TA2/HAl77-2/316L SS coupling systems under seawater liquid film by Hong Ju, Hanzhi Li, Lu Fang, Haitong Lu, Yifan Wei

“…The results showed that HAl77-2 and most of the 316L SS electrode wires in the microarray electrodes served as anodes, while TA2 and the remainder of the 316L SS electrode wires performed as cathodes. …”
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Integrated high-precision real scene 3D modeling of karst cave landscape based on laser scanning and photogrammetry by Congyuan Zhang, Jianping Chen, Ping Li, Sipeng Han, Jie Xu

“…By combining ground-based and aerial remote sensing techniques, and based on 3D laser scanning and photogrammetry, we have successfully constructed a real scene 3D model of the internal structure of a karst cave with a precision better than 4 cm. …”
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The Serbian version of the Pandemic-Related Pregnancy Stress Scale (PREPS-SRB)-A validation study. by Konstantin Kostić, Aleksandra Kostić, Aleksandra Petrović, Andrija Vasilijević, Jelena Milin-Lazović

“…The PREPS-SRB questionnaire serves as a valuable tool for Serbian healthcare professionals, allowing them to identify pregnant women experiencing significant stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic.…”
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Proposals by the Ministry of Internal Affairs Commission Headed by F. K. Girs to Subordinate the Kirghiz Inner Horde under Astrakhan Governorate: Administrative Structure and Judic... by Evgeniy A. Gunaev

“…The socioeconomic criterion was manifested in that the Inner Horde’s executives would stay economically and financially dependent on the Astrakhan office, need to coordinate activities with neighboring nomads of the Governorate (Kalmyks, Kundrau Tatars), and take due account of stationary settlements. The proposals set forth by the Commission may serve a historical source indicative of Imperial Russia’s positions and viewpoints on further administrative resubordination of subject nomads.…”
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Revealing Halal Certification Oversight Gaps for MSEs through ArcGIS Dashboard Integration by Imam Arifa’illah Syaiful Huda, Maratun Saadah, Agus Sugiarto, Mohd Hairy Bin Ibrahim, Ravinesh Rohit Prasad, Alfyananda Kurnia Putra, Ahyat Budianto

“…Geographic Information System (GIS) technology can serve as a solution for data management in the halal industry, encompassing the management, monitoring and analysis of spatial-temporal and real-time data. …”
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Effect of Future Climate Change on Stratosphere-to-Troposphere-Exchange Driven Ozone in the Northern Hemisphere by Shovan Kumar Sahu, Lei Chen, Song Liu, Jia Xing, Rohit Mathur

“…Abstract Future estimates of atmospheric pollutant concentrations serve as critical information for policy makers to formulate current policy indicators to achieve future targets. …”
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Advanced thyristor-based cycloconverter for efficient three-phase conversion with low THD by Mahbubur Rahman Tahmid, Md. Abdul Malek, Md. Rafiul Islam, Muhammad Abdul Goffar Khan

“…The growing demand for sustainable systems capable of serving three-phase loads from a single-phase grid has spurred significant research. …”
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Role of Laser Etching on Shear Bond Strength between Recast Nickel-Chromium Alloy and Dental Ceramic: An Experimental Study by Janardanan Sriman, Ahila Singaravel Chidembaranathan, Muthukumar Balasubramanium

“…Hence there was a statistical difference seen in shear bond strength between control and acid etching, air borne particle abrasion and laser etching. …”
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Species diversity and catch per unit effort of fish in a perturbed tropical lake, Ibadan, Nigeria by Adedolapo A. Ayoade, Omotolani M. Owolabi, Omolayo T. Patience, Oluwatobi R. Adeduntan, Praise Kujooro

“… Eleyele Lake serves the purpose of domestic water supply, transportation, and fisheries; therefore, it is a source of food and livelihood to the artisanal fishers in Ibadan. …”
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Medical Student Mentors for Young Adults with Sickle Cell Disease: Impact on Mentors by Adrienne S. Viola, Mariah Jacqueline Scott, Hanin Rashid, Richard Drachtman, Amanda Kaveney, Ashwin Sridharan, Beth Savage, Cristine Delnevo, Jerlym S. Porter, Katie A. Devine

“…They conducted monthly video calls with mentees to address specific transition and disease self-management topics. Students completed baseline and follow-up surveys regarding knowledge of SCD and empathy. …”
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The effect of water consumption on the aqueous layer of the tear film by Urvashni Nirghin, Sikelela E. Dlamini, Nontobeko Mkhize, Tabitha Munsami, Nosipho Nzama, Renaishia Pillay

“…Aim: This study aimed to investigate the effect of water consumption on the aqueous layer of the tear film. Setting: University of KwaZulu-Natal Eye Clinic. …”
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Integrated analysis of proteomics and metabolomics in infantile epileptic spasms syndrome by Jun Chen, Xiaoqian Wang, Xueyi Rao, Huan Luo, Yajun Shen, Jing Gan

“…Linoleic acid and its metabolism-related proteins HLA-A and SEZ6L2 could serve as potential biomarkers for IESS, providing new insights into the complex pathogenic mechanisms of the disease. …”
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Evolution of Multiple Launch Rocket Systems from Early Rockets to HIMARS and Beyond by Mykola Bondarenko, Volodymyr Habrinets, Mykhailo Vorobei

“…This work provides an original analysis of the evolution of MLRS, offering a unique perspective on the technological and tactical advancements embodied in HIMARS. It serves as a valuable resource for military experts, defense analysts, and researchers interested in understanding the development of modern artillery systems and their role in future warfare. …”
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Black Garlic Supplementation and Glomerular Protection in Hyperuricemic Rats: A Study on Kidney Health Prevention by Wahyudin Wahyudin, Fajar Wahyu Pribadi, Gita Nawangtantrini, Muhammad Riski Fatah, Zainuddin Zainuddin

“…These findings suggest that black garlic can serve as a preventive agent against kidney complications caused by hyperuricemia. …”
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