Efficacy of Virtual Reality–Based Interventions on Cognitive Function in Patients With Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Tria... by Qiujing Du, Yuhan Wei, Yuexuan Ma, Changqing Liu, Shanshan Du, Qi Zhang, Xiaotong Gong, Jiaju Yang, Qijie Li, Ka Li

“…Traditional treatments are limited in improving cognitive functions, making VR-based interventions an area of growing interest. …”
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Effects of <i>Sitobion avenae</i> Treated with Sublethal Concentrations of Dinotefuran on the Predation Function and Enzyme Activity of <i>Harmonia axyridis</i> by Shaodan Fei, Jiacong Sun, Xingping Ren, Haiying Zhang, Yonggang Liu

“…Consequently, the predation function and detoxification enzyme activity of <i>H. axyridis</i> were influenced when consuming wheat aphids treated with sublethal concentrations of dinotefuran, with significant variations across different concentrations, potentially reflecting the survival strategy of insects under dinotefuran stress.…”
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Priority Colonization of Endophytic Fungal Strains Drives Litter Decomposition and Saprotroph Assembly via Functional Trait Selection in Karst Oak Forests by Dongmei Yang, Zaihua He, Yonghui Lin, Xingbing He, Xiangshi Kong

“…Endophytes accelerated decomposition rates across treatments but paradoxically reduced transient CO₂ emissions, linked to intensified microbial carbon and phosphorus limitations in late stages. …”
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Association between the COVID-19 pandemic and cardiopulmonary function in acute coronary syndrome patients without SARS-CoV-2 infection by Xingbo Mu, Sicheng Ning, Quanyu Zhang, Yi Zhang, Shengyi Wang, Jian Zhang, Yanchun Liang, Yaling Han

“…Clinical/laboratory data and CPET results were compared across groups using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). …”
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Research on the Coordination Relationship and Zoning Optimization of Territorial Spatial Functions in Southern Karst Regions Based on a Multi-Scale Fusion Model by Ting Feng, Xiaodong Yu, Yan Zhou, Renling Dong, Dong Wu, Meilin Zhang

“…The identification and management of Territorial Spatial Functions (TSFs) across multi-scale is crucial for achieving the SDGs. …”
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Genome-Wide Identification and Functional Analysis of <i>AP2/ERF</i> Gene Family in <i>Passiflora edulis</i> Sims by Lanjun Luo, Liping Zhang, Ronghao Gu, Shihao Ni, Jingyao Yu, Yachao Gao, Chuanying Fang

“…Chromosome localization and collinearity analysis demonstrated their distribution across all nine chromosomes of passion fruit, with tandem duplication events identified as a key driver of family expansion. …”
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Limited and inconclusive effects of computer-based neurocognitive training on PTSD, comorbid depression and executive functioning: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Patric Muschner, Lena Goldschmidt, Luisa Sophie Gröning, Gerd-Dieter Willmund, Martina Piefke

“…This meta-analysis evaluated the impact of c-bnt on PTSD severity, comorbid depression, and neurocognitive functions. A systematic review following PRISMA guidelines was conducted across databases (PsycINFO, PubMed, Scopus, PubPsych) from February to June 2025, focusing on randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving PTSD and c-bnt. …”
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Root pH variation of herbaceous plants among plant functional groups in response to climate and soil gradients on the Tibetan alpine grasslands by Lirong Zhao, Bo Pang, Jiangtao Hong, Xingxing Ma, Ziyin Du, Xiaodan Wang

“…Grasses had the highest root pH (6.91 ± 0.10) across all functional groups (p < .05), whereas legumes had the lowest (5.90 ± 0.08; p < .05). …”
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Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the McMaster family assessment device–general functioning subscale (FAD-GF) among a sample of Lebanese adults by Melyssa Assaf, Rabih Hallit, Diana Malaeb, Fouad Sakr, Mariam Dabbous, Feten Fekih-Romdhane, Sahar Obeid, Souheil Hallit

“…Measurement invariance across genders was also confirmed.Conclusion The study provides preliminary evidence supporting the use of FAD-GF6+ as a reliable, valid, and context-appropriate tool for evaluating family functioning in the Arabic-speaking Lebanese population.…”
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Kinetic and thermodynamic analysis of hemp oil epoxidation with density functional theory insights into unsaturated fatty acid epoxidation and ring-opening reactions by Elham Nadim, Pavan Paraskar, Hiresh Moradi, Mohammadnabi Hesabi, Yuansong Qiao, Emma J. Murphy, Ian Major

“…Reactions were explored across varying temperatures and concentrations of carboxylic acids and hydrogen peroxide. …”
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Impact of incremental versus conventional initiation of haemodialysis on residual kidney function: study protocol for a multicentre feasibility randomised controlled trial by Andrew Davenport, David Wellsted, Ken Farrington, Sivakumar Sridharan, Raja Mohammed Kaja Kamal, Bassam Alchi, James Burton, Enric Vilar

“…Introduction Preserving residual kidney function (RKF) may be beneficial to patients on haemodialysis (HD) and it has been proposed that commencing dialysis incrementally rather than three times a week may preserve RKF. …”
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Unlocking the biochemical and computational parameters of Ceropegia foetida: A scientific approach for functional bioactive compounds from a medicinal food plant by Fawaz Alheibshy, Abdulwahab Alamri, Saad Saeed Saad Alshahrani, Ahmed Awadh Saleh Alamri, Nasser A.Awadh Ali, Abdulwali Al-Khulaidi, Arshad Hussain, Sirajudheen Anwar

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Identification and expression analysis of cinnamyl CoA reductase gene family and function of StCCR6 in potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) by Chong Du, Yunzhu Che, Zengli Zhang, Fumeng He, Xinqi Zhang, Yujie Han, Zelin Yang, Jiaqi Wang, Tianshuai Qi, Ying Lan, Yingnan Wang, Fenglan Li

“…These findings establish a foundation for elucidating the functional roles of StCCRs in potato growth regulation and stress adaptation mechanisms.…”
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Using Plant DNA Barcodes and Functional Traits to Assess Community Assembly of Quercus Forests at Different Scales in the Semiarid Loess Plateau of China by YongFu Chai, TingTing Tian, Luyao Wang, Junxin Wei, Yao Xu, Peiliang Liu, Chengcheng Xiang, Ming Yue

“…Specific leaf area (SLA) exhibited functional convergence in both the shrub and tree layers. …”
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High throughput morphological screening identifies chemically defined media for mesenchymal stromal cells that enhances proliferation and supports maintenance of immunomodulatory f... by Thomas M. Spoerer, Andrew M. Larey, Winifred Asigri, Kanupriya R. Daga, Ross A. Marklein

“…After validating phenotypic responses to hits across multiple donors, MSCs were cultured over three passages in serum-containing medium (SCM) and CDM hits and assayed for growth and immunomodulatory function. …”
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Characterization of DnaJ gene family in Castanea mollissima and functional analysis of CmDnaJ27 under cold and heat stresses by Liyang Yu, Yujuan Tian, Jinxin Wang, Dongsheng Wang, Xuan Wang, Haie Zhang, Jingzheng Zhang, Xiangyu Wang

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Mapping the Olfactory Brain: A Systematic Review of Structural and Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Changes Following COVID-19 Smell Loss by Hanani Abdul Manan, Rafaela de Jesus, Divesh Thaploo, Thomas Hummel

“…This systematic review consolidates findings from structural and functional MRI studies to explore how COVID-19 SARS-CoV-2-induced smell loss alters the brain. …”
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Clinical Outcomes of Double-row Fixation in Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability—Functional Success with Persistent Mechanical Laxity: A Retrospective Study by Jin Su Kim, Ken Meng Tai, Sang Bum Kim

“…Results: Postoperative outcomes showed significant improvement across all parameters. The average CAIT score increased from 9.5 preoperatively to 24.8 postoperatively (<i>p</i> < 0.001), indicating substantial functional improvement. …”
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Acceptability of the content and functionality of a just-in-time adaptive intervention for gambling problems: a mixed-methods evaluation of gambling habit hacker by S. N. Rodda, S. S. Merkouris, C. J. Greenwood, A. C. Thomas, D. I. Lubman, N. A. Dowling

“…This mixed-methods study evaluated the acceptability of a JITAI called Gambling Habit Hacker, focusing on both the app’s content and functionality. Methods Australian participants who had recently completed a micro-randomized trial of the app provided feedback through semi-structured interviews. …”
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Comparative effects of dry needing and cross friction massage on pain, mobility and functional status in plantar fasciitis: a randomized clinical trial by Kashaf Ziaullah, Saleh Shah, Muhammad Naveed Babar, Javaria Sharif, Kashan Ahmed, Faiza Gulzar, Fatima Chaudhry

“…Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of dry needling (DN) and cross-friction massage (CFM) in reducing pain and improving mobility and functional status in patients with plantar fasciitis. …”
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