Trichinella spiralis excretory/secretory proteins mediated larval invasion via inducing gut epithelial apoptosis and barrier disruption. by Qi Qi Lu, Wen Wen Zheng, Zhao Yu Zhang, Pei Kun Cong, Xin Guo, Yao Zhang, Xin Zhuo Zhang, Shao Rong Long, Ruo Dan Liu, Zhong Quan Wang, Jing Cui

“…The aim of this study was to investigate whether T. spiralis IIL ESP participate in enterocyte apoptosis and disrupt gut epithelial barrier to promote the larval invasion.…”
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Early Electroacupuncture Extends the rtPA Time Window to 6 h in a Male Rat Model of Embolic Stroke via the ERK1/2-MMP9 Pathway by Xin-chang Zhang, Ya-hui Gu, Wen-tao Xu, Yang-yang Song, Ao Zhang, Zhi-hui Zhang, Si-yuan Jiang, Si-qi Chang, Guang-xia Ni

“…Electroacupuncture (EA) exerts a neuroprotective effect on cerebral ischemia; however, researchers have not clearly determined whether EA increases the safety of thrombolysis and extends the therapeutic time window of rtPA administration following ischemic stroke. …”
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Gene prediction of immune cells association between gut microbiota and colorectal cancer: a Mendelian randomization study by Yan Zhong, Guanglei Chen, Menglu Chen, Junsong Cui, Qianren Tan, Zhenghua Xiao

“…BackgroundAn increasing number of studies have revealed that gut microbiota influences the development and progression of Colorectal cancer (CRC). However, whether a causal relationship exists between the two remains unclear, and the role of immune cells in this context is not well understood.ObjectiveTo elucidate the causal relationship between gut microbiota and CRC and to explore the potential mediating role of circulating immune cells.Materials and methodsTo analyze the causal relationship between gut microbiota and CRC, we employed a univariable Mendelian randomization (UVMR) approach. …”
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New sources of higher green matter quality for perennial grasses in the southern forest-steppe environments of West Siberia by O. A. Yusova

“…The content of protein and cellulose fiber in the green biomass of perennial grasses was mainly influenced by the weather conditions of the year: 84.1 and 76.5% in alfalfa, 93.9 and 91.2% in bromegrass, respectively. …”
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Forecasting contrail climate forcing for flight planning and air traffic management applications: the CocipGrid model in pycontrails 0.51.0 by Z. Engberg, R. Teoh, T. Abbott, T. Dean, M. E. J. Stettler, M. L. Shapiro

“…Here, we develop a contrail forecasting tool that produces global maps of persistent contrail formation and their EF<span class="inline-formula">_contrail</span> formatted to align with standard weather and turbulence forecasts for integration into existing flight planning and air traffic management workflows. …”
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Radiography may not be accurate in assessing acute ankle sprains in children by Xiongtao Li, Xiantao Shen, Si Wang, Jie Sun, Zhaoting Liu

“…The secondary purpose was to assess whether ultrasonography can effectively improve the diagnostic accuracy of acute ankle sprains in children. …”
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Zmienność runa leśnego w grądzie wysokim rezerwatu Las Bielański pod wpływem ruchu turystycznego by Anita Grutkowska

“…The aim of this research was to estimate a possible impact of use the path by humans on the development of nearby plants. Namely, whether the presence of the path induces any changes, and if so, what sort and scope of the changes is seen. …”
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Preoperative Assessment of Patients Undergoing Bariatric Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Cross-Sectional Study by M. R. Tawfik, N. F. Aldawas, N. S. Almegbil, A. A. Bin Hamad, A. N. Alanazi, A. M. Alaidaroos, T. M. AlRawaf, A. A. Fayed

“…There is still some debate on whether to do regular or selective upper endoscopy during the preoperative examination. …”
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Unlocking the interactive potential of digital models with game engines and visual programming for inclusive Vr and web-based museums by Fabrizio Banfi, Daniela

“…Highlights: • Digital surveying, Historic Building Information Modeling, Game Engines and visual programming are enhancing virtual reality technologies, turning static models into engaging, interactive virtual environments(IVE) • A VR app and WebVRapplication have been developed for the Ospedale Maggiore in Milan, integrating virtual-visual storytelling (VVS) with three-dimensional (3D)animations, textual information, and audio to enhance user engagement • The VR and WebVRsolutions support a wide range of devices, making cultural heritage more accessible to diverse audiences and promoting a more inclusive understanding of history and architecture Abstract: In an era marked by rapid digital transformation, the preservation and dissemination of cultural heritage increasingly depend on advanced technologies to convey both its tangible and intangible values, whether on-site or remotely. Monuments, archaeological sites, historical centres, and museums are progressively recognising the transformative potential of extended reality (XR) technologies. …”
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Comparison of self-collected and healthcare worker-collected rectovaginal swabs for group B streptococcus detection in pregnancy using PCR with a commercial collection-enrichment d... by Iva Kukovica, Neža Omahen, Nika Klobučar, Martina Bučar, Anita Franko Rutar, Tina Perme, Tina Perme, Miha Lučovnik, Miha Lučovnik, Samo Jeverica, Samo Jeverica

“…The aim of our study was to determine whether self-collection of rectovaginal swabs is a valid alternative to collection by healthcare workers (HCWs).MethodsA prospective, multicenter study was conducted between June and November 2023. …”
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A randomized controlled, trial on effects of mobile phone text messaging in combination with motivational interviewing versus standard infant feeding counselling on breastfeeding a... by Moleen Zunza, Lehana Thabane, Louise Kuhn, Christine Els, Carl Lombard, Mark F. Cotton, Taryn Young

“…We conducted a trial to determine whether text messaging plus motivational interviewing prolonged exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life and improved child health outcomes. …”
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Seed priming and abiotic stress tolerance in carrot: Unraveling the mechanisms of improved germination. by Marcin Nowicki, Marzena Nowakowska, Katarzyna Nowak, Wojciech Szczechura, Piotr Kaminski

“…Climate change necessitates the development of improved crops capable of withstanding future weather patterns. Carrots (Daucus carota L.), a crucial vegetable crop of global importance, face unique challenges in seed germination and seedling development due to their complex pollination biology and outcrossing reproduction mode with severe inbreeding depression if selfed. …”
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Scoping review of climate drivers on maternal health: current evidence and clinical implicationsAJOG Global Reports at a Glance by Claire Masters, MHP, Chuhan Wu, MS, Dara Gleeson, MPH, Michaela Serafica, RN, MSN, Jordan L. Thomas, PhD, Jeannette R. Ickovics, PhD

“…Continuing education for clinicians, and clinician-patient communications should be expanded to address risks of climate change and extreme weather exposure, especially risks of extreme heat in late-pregnancy. …”
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Relationship Between Single-Leg Vertical Jump and Drop Jump Performance, and Return to Sports After Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Hamstring Graft by Shunsuke Ohji, Junya Aizawa, Kenji Hirohata, Takehiro Ohmi, Tomoko Kawasaki, Hideyuki Koga, Kazuyoshi Yagishita

“…Participants were asked to subjectively report whether they had returned to the same level of competition as pre-injury and their perceived sport performance intensity. …”
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SARS-CoV-2 SPIKE Antibody Levels can Indicate Immuno-Resilience to Re-infection: a Real-World Study by Yue Jin, Fei Yang, Christopher M. Rank, Stanley Letovsky, Peter Ramge, Simon Jochum

“…Here, we investigate whether specific levels of antibodies, as markers of adaptive immunity, can serve to estimate the risk of symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 (re-) infection. …”
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The prognostic value of the 8th American Joint Committee on cancer anatomic and prognostic stage groups for penile cancer: A multicenter collaboration study by Xueying Li, Yepeng Guo, Antonio Augusto Ornellas, Jiun-Hung Geng, Yonghong Li, Wayne Lam, Yabing Cao, Zhuowei Liu, Hui Han, Fangjian Zhou, Zaishang Li

“…Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the value of the 8th American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) anatomic and prognostic stage groups for penile cancer patients and explore whether there is room for improvement. Methods: The clinical and histopathologic data from 16 centers between January 2000 and December 2021 were assessed according to the 8th AJCC anatomic and prognostic stage groups. …”
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Predictive Value of Initial 18F-FDG PET/CT for Identifying EGFR and KRAS Mutations in Patients with Non-small-cell Lung Cancer by Ozge Vural Topuz, Nur Buyukpinarbasili

“…Aim: Since the importance of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog gene (KRAS) mutation status in predicting treatment response in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients is well known, we aimed to evaluate whether initial fluorine-18-fluorodeoxyglucose (18F-FDG) positron emission tomography-computed tomography (PET/CT) imaging could non-invasively predict EGFR or KRAS mutation states in this patient group. …”
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Function over form: The benefits of aspen as surrogate brood‐rearing habitat for greater sage‐grouse by Michel T. Kohl, Charles P. Sandford, Paul C. Rogers, Renee Chi, Terry A. Messmer, David K. Dahlgren

“…., trees) and their associated avian predators. Thus, we tested whether (1) sage‐grouse selected for surrogate habitat (i.e., aspen edge) and (2) selection behaviors related to surrogate habitat had demographic effects on the population. …”
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Epithelial NSD2 maintains FMO‐mediated taurine biosynthesis to prevent intestinal barrier disruption by Yue Xu, Xiuying Xiao, Chunxiao Ma, Ziyi Wang, Wenxin Feng, Hanyu Rao, Wei Zhang, Ningyuan Liu, Rebiguli Aji, Xiangjun Meng, Wei‐Qiang Gao, Li Li

“…Clinical databases of IBD patients were analysed to investigate whether NSD2 expression is reduced in the occurrence of IBD. …”
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Factors Influencing the Pregnancy Outcome of Intrauterine Insemination and Follow-Up Treatment by Xuan Huang, Qin Sun, Xu Tang, Meiling Li, Cheng Zhou, Xi Cheng, Bing Yao, Li Chen

“…Conclusion: The results of the present study demonstrate that the clinical IUI pregnancy rate is correlated with the factors of female AMH, EMT and OS protocol; more studies and samples are necessary to evaluate whether other factors affect pregnancy rate.…”
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