Association of CD33 genetic variants with neurocognitive profiles in chronic viral hepatitis by Wei-Fang Tsai, Rwei-Ling Yu, Wan-Long Chuang, Jee-Fu Huang, Chia-Yen Dai, Yu-Wen Alvin Huang, Chun-Hsiang Tan

“…Aims This study aims to investigate the effects of CD33 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) on cognitive functions across diverse populations, including healthy controls, individuals with chronic HBV or HCV and those diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. …”
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The varied Q creatinine in multi ethnics population and impact of adopting three different estimated glomerular filtration rates based on creatinine in adult populations: a call fo... by Ferdy Royland Marpaung, Santi Wulan Purnami, Shofi Andari, Ali Rohman, Reny I’tishom, Hari Basuki Notobroto, Jusak Nugraha, Risky Vitria Prasetyo, Djoko Santoso, Etienne Cavalier, Aryati Aryati

“…BackgroundThe determination of kidney function is commonly done by estimating the glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) using serum creatinine levels. …”
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Sport-specific impacts of ball games on adolescent brain function: a network meta-analysis of executive cognitive tasks by Yang Wang, Zixuan Luo, Tongyan Zhang, Muyan Zhang, Leonid Kapilevich, Jiale Wang

“…Results Thirty-two studies were included. Across all five tasks, adolescents involved in ball sports demonstrated significantly better executive function performance than non-athletes. …”
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Dupilumab efficacy in patients with type 2 asthma and early Feno level reductions by Ian D. Pavord, MD, Michael E. Wechsler, MD, William W. Busse, MD, Christian Domingo, MD, Changming Xia, PhD, Rebecca Gall, MD, Nami Pandit-Abid, PharmD, Juby A. Jacob-Nara, MD, DHSc, Amr Radwan, MBBChir, Paul J. Rowe, MD, Yamo Deniz, MD

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Multi-frequency EEG and multi-functional connectivity graph convolutional network based detection method of patients with Alzheimer’s disease by Yujian Liu, Libing An, Haiqiang Yang, Shuzhi Sam Ge

“…The method conducts multi-frequency analysis of power spectral density (PSD) features across five EEG frequency bands (Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta, Gamma) and constructs two functional connectivity networks based on mutual information and Pearson correlation coefficients. …”
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Understanding the causal effects and heterogeneity between metabolic syndrome and lung function: a nationwide prospective cohort study in China by Jun Wang, Hai-bin Yu, Si-yuan Lei, Huan-rong Ruan, Xiao-chuan Guo, Jian-sheng Li

“…Conclusions Despite heterogeneity across individuals, the adverse causal effects of MetS exposure on lung function are universal. …”
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The relationship between lung function and headache risk in middle-aged and older adults: a cross-sectional and longitudinal study by Liuyun Huang, Mingjie Xie, Ling Li, Yuanyuan Qin, Qingjiang Cai, Biheng Feng, Debin Huang

“…Abstract Background The association between lung function and headache risk remains unclear. This study aims to explore the association between lung function and headache risk through cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses. …”
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Similar alpha yet varied beta functional diversities between invasive and native plant species along an elevational gradient by Yan-Yan Wang, Kun Guo, Rui-Ling Liu, Hasigerili, Miao-Miao Zheng, Yuan Gao, Ming-Shui Zhao, Jian Zhang, Wen-Yong Guo

“…Elevation-related environmental factors played a major role in shaping functional dissimilarity and species similarity across plots. …”
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A diagnosis method based on graph neural networks embedded with multirelationships of intrinsic mode functions for multiple mechanical faults by Bin Wang, Manyi Wang, Yadong Xu, Liangkuan Wang, Shiyu Chen, Xuanshi Chen

“…To address the limitations of existing methods, we propose a fault diagnosis method based on graph neural networks (GNNs) embedded with multirelationships of intrinsic mode functions (MIMF). The approach introduces a novel graph topological structure constructed from the features of intrinsic mode functions (IMFs) of monitored signals and their multirelationships. …”
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Cloning, phylogenetic analysis, tissue expression profiling, and functional roles of NPC1L1 in chickens, quails, and ducks by Xin Shu, Ziwei Chen, Hui Wang, Bingjie Xu, Li Liu, Jilong Zhang, Xiaotong Zheng, Jianfei Chen

“…Despite this conserved function across mammals, the full-length coding sequence of NPC1L1 remains uncharacterized in key avian models including chicken (Gallus gallus), quail (Coturnix japonica), and duck (Anas platyrhynchos). …”
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Effects of temperature and time treatment on soil characteristics and wheat growth by Zhen Guo, Zhen Guo, Zhen Guo, Zhen Guo, Jichang Han, Jichang Han, Jichang Han, Jichang Han, Yang Zhang, Yang Zhang, Yang Zhang, Yang Zhang, Hua Zhuang, Hua Zhuang, Hua Zhuang, Hua Zhuang

“…The relative abundance of Acidobacteriota and Chloroflexi generally increased across all treatments. Long-duration treatment at 80 °C significantly increased microbial richness. …”
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Analyzing the ecologicality and functionality of kiln architecture in China through KH coder data mining algorithm and hierarchical event coding by Runze Liu, Xiang Wang, Lin Yuan, Yunting Gao, Yan Zhang, Mengsi Yang, Weicong Li

“…Findings: (1) Kiln architecture has evolved from built-against-the-mountain to semi-buried, fully-buried, reinforced earth-covered, and independent forms, as functional demands have changed from hazard avoidance to climate adaptability, functional expansion, and energy-saving design; (2) Climate, topography, and soil conditions are key factors driving the emergence of built-against-the-mountain, along-the-valley, sunken courtyard, and independent kiln architecture types; (3) Geological characteristics and material availability significantly shape the vaulted structural features of kiln architecture across different regions. …”
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Effect of post-stroke cognitive impairment and dementia on stroke recurrence and functional outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Jia Yu, Jie Wang

“…Subgroup analysis revealed a statistically significant association between PSCI and stroke recurrence across various subrgoups. Four studies (n = 1944) demonstrated that patients with PSCI had a higher risk of poor functional outcome, with a pooled HR of 1.68 (95% CI: 1.16-2.05, I2 = 80.0%). …”
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Beyond the surface of capacity building: a mixed-methods study of the core functions and forms of dissemination and implementation science consultations by Kera N. Swanson, Nicole A. Stadnick, Gregory A. Aarons, Lauren Brookman-Frazee, Isaac Bouchard, Zeying Du, Anna G. Brubaker, Carrie Geremia, Kelli Cain, Lilliana R. Conradi, Marisa Sklar, Clare Viglione, Borsika A. Rabin

“…This mixed methods study aimed to identify and categorize the functions and forms of consultation activities across three DIS capacity building programs at the University of California San Diego that varied in content focus and infrastructure and then to map findings onto DIS competencies. …”
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The Possibilities of Multiparametric Magnetic Resonance Imaging to Reflect Functional and Structural Graft Changes 1 Year After Kidney Transplantation by Andrejus Bura, Gintare Stonciute-Balniene, Laura Velickiene, Inga Arune Bumblyte, Ruta Vaiciuniene, Antanas Jankauskas

“…No significant differences were observed in T2 or ADC values across these groups. T1 CMD also showed a significant positive correlation with ACR but not with eGFR, suggesting a closer association with structural rather than functional deterioration. …”
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Climate is stronger than you think: Exploring functional planting and TRIAD zoning for increased forest resilience to extreme disturbances. by Clément Hardy, Christian Messier, Yan Boulanger, Dominic Cyr, Élise Filotas

“…We monitored the changes in three variables: the mature wood biomass across the landscape, the mature biomass of each functional group, and the functional diversity of stands in the landscape. …”
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Transcriptomic and Functional Landscape of Adult Human Spinal Cord NSPCs Compared to iPSC-Derived Neural Progenitor Cells by Sasi Kumar Jagadeesan, Ahmad Galuta, Ryan Vimukthi Sandarage, Eve Chung Tsai

“…Additionally, we assessed donor-specific influences on NSPC behavior by analyzing gene expression and differentiation outcomes across syngeneic populations from multiple individuals. …”
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Evaluating Modified Soil Erodibility Factors with the Aid of Pedotransfer Functions and Dynamic Remote-Sensing Data for Soil Health Management by Pooja Preetha, Naveen Joseph

“…The Kmlr functions from multiple approaches, including dynamic crop and cover management factor (Cdynamic), high resolution satellite data, and downscaled remotely sensed data, were evaluated across spatial and temporal scales within the Fish River watershed in Alabama, a coastal watershed with significant soil–water interactions. …”
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AI-driven discovery of brain-penetrant Galectin-3 inhibitors for Alzheimer's disease therapy by Xueyan Liu, Jiexin Xu, Shuping Zheng, Yaoyao Yang, Yuchong Xie, Jinyu Liu, Jian Zhong, Huiyao Zhang, Jiajing Chen, Chaoxian Dai, Dingyan Wang, Jiewei Luo, Xiaochun Chen, Feisheng Zhong, Zu-Cheng Ye

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Kiwifruit sensitivity to boron: impact on physiological and molecular responses by Gudeta Chalchisa, Gudeta Chalchisa, Abu Naim Md. Muzahid, Abu Naim Md. Muzahid, Md Dulal Ali Mollah, Md Dulal Ali Mollah, Edmore Gasura, Xiaodong Xie, Xiaodong Xie, Xiaoying Liu, Xiaoying Liu, Haiyan Lv, Haiyan Lv, Hua Tian, Hua Tian, Caihong Zhong, Caihong Zhong, Dawei Li, Dawei Li

“…B toxicity symptoms appeared in AA when B levels exceeded 50 mg/kg, leading to a 15–20% reduction in dry weight across roots, stems, and leaves. AC exhibited greater sensitivity, with a 20–30% reduction in dry biomass. …”
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