Visual Cortical Function Changes After Perceptual Learning with Dichoptic Attention Tasks in Adults with Amblyopia: A Case Study Evaluated Using fMRI by Chuan Hou, Zhangziyi Zhou, Ismet Joan Uner, Spero C. Nicholas

“…Anisometropic amblyopes showed functional improvements across all regions of interest (ROIs: V1, V2, V3, V3A, and hV4), along with improvements in visual acuity and stereoacuity. …”
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Genome-wide identification and expression profiling of the bZIP gene family in Chrysanthemum indicum and the functional analysis of CibZIP29 under cadmium stress by Shengyan Chen, Yin Zhang, Kaiyuan Zhang, Shuguang Liu, Yujia Yang, Xingnong Xu

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Metagenomic Analysis Reveals the Effects of Different Land Use Types on Functional Soil Phosphorus Cycling: A Case Study of the Yellow River Alluvial Plain by Ming Wen, Yu Liu, Chaoyang Feng, Zhuoqing Li

“…Significant differences were found in the physical and chemical properties of the soils and the relative abundance of phosphorus-cycling functional genes among various land use types. The lowest relative abundance of soil phosphorus-cycling functional genes was observed in forestland, with both forestland types showing significantly lower gene abundance compared to wetland, farmland, and grassland. …”
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Gait dynamics and brain function abnormalities in Parkinson’s disease with freezing of gait: a clinical study using resting-state fMRI and wearable devices by Xiaohong Li, Mengdi Hou, Yan Qu, Yuan Huo, Shuting Liu, Minghui Ma, Zhanhua Liang

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The cross‐sectional association of cognitive stimulation factors and cognitive function among Latino adults in Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL) by Priscilla M. Vásquez, Wassim Tarraf, Adit Doza, Maria J. Marquine, Krista M. Perreira, Neil Schneiderman, Donglin Zeng, Jianwen Cai, Carmen R. Isasi, Martha L. Daviglus, Hector M. González

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Feasibility and effects of horticultural activities on frailty, physical function, and quality of life among older adult residents in nursing homes: a quasi-experimental study by Jingwen Wang, Jingwen Wang, Xiaoyu Niu, Ruru Guo, Nana Liu, Weihong Zhang, Mingli Zhao, Jingjing Wang

“…Future studies with larger sample sizes and subgroup analyses are recommended to compare effects across populations.…”
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Effectiveness of bisphosphonate analogues and functional electrical stimulation on attenuating post-injury osteoporosis in spinal cord injury patients- a systematic review and meta... by Ke-Vin Chang, Chen-Yu Hung, Wen-Shiang Chen, Mei-Shu Lai, Kuo-Liong Chien, Der-Sheng Han

“…<h4>Background</h4>Various pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches have been applied to reduce sublesional bone loss after spinal cord injury (SCI), and the results are inconsistent across the studies. The objective of this meta-analysis was to investigate whether the two most-studied interventions, bisphosphonate analogues and functional electrical stimulation (FES), could effectively decrease bone mineral density (BMD) attenuation and/or restore lost BMD in the SCI population.…”
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Examination of Psychotropic Medication Use Following Outpatient Behavioral Assessment and Treatment by Maria G. Valdovinos, Melissa Trites, Janelle Ausenhus

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An Efficient DoA Estimation Approach for 2-D Planar Array Antennas via Axial Decomposition of Antenna Current Green&#x2019;s Function by Jeong-Wan Lee, Sung-Jun Yang

“…The proposed method incorporates antenna current Green&#x2019;s function theory to analyze the reciprocal property between transmit and receive modes of 2-D array antennas. …”
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New findings in preventing recurrence and improving renal function in AHUS patients after renal transplantation treated with eculizumab: a systemic review and meta-analyses by Zheng Chun Tang, Huang Hui, Chunru Shi, Xiangmei Chen

“…Background The long-term mortality of kidney transplantation patients with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome remains high, and the efficacy of the main treatment eculizumab is still controversial.Objective A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials using eculizumab in renal transplant patients with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of this therapy and its impact on renal function.Methods A comprehensive systematic search was conducted across multiple reputable databases, including Ovid (MEDLINE, EMBASE), PubMed, and the Cochrane Library (since database inception), to identify relevant studies exploring the use of eculizumab in patients with atypical hemolytic uremic kidney transplantation. …”
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Power quality enhancement based disturbance rejection controller in microgrid system using walrus optimization algorithm and multi-functional recurrent fuzzy neural network by Ali M.H. Al Thaiban, Akram Elmitwally, Abdelhady Ghanem, Ahmed I. Omar

“…The UPQC’s control is executed through a Fractional Order-Active Disturbance Rejection Controller (FOADRC) that employs the Innovative Walrus Optimization Algorithm (WOA) to ascertain optimal gain values for the control method across numerous PQ scenarios, while the Multi-Functional Recurrent Fuzzy Neural Network (MFRFNN) predicts control parameters for adaptive system regulation. …”
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Comprehensive RNA-Seq Analysis of Human Osteoclast Function in Response to <i>Bothrops moojeni</i> Venom Fractions: Pathways of Bone Resorption and Cytoskeletal Disruption by Fernanda D’Amélio, Hugo Vigerelli, Rodrigo Pinheiro Araldi, Isabel de Fátima Correia Batista, Daniel Carvalho Pimenta, Irina Kerkis

“…This study investigated the effects of <i>Bothrops moojeni</i> (<i>B. moojeni</i>) venom and its high- (HMM) and low-molecular mass (LMM) fractions on human osteoclast (OC) differentiation and function in vitro, aiming to identify novel therapeutics for bone disorders. …”
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Metagenomic Sequencing Revealed the Effects of Different Potassium Sulfate Application Rates on Soil Microbial Community, Functional Genes, and Yield in Korla Fragrant Pear Orchard by Lele Yang, Xing Shen, Linsen Yan, Jie Li, Kailong Wang, Bangxin Ding, Zhongping Chai

“…Although alpha diversity was unaffected, NMDS analysis revealed differences in microbial community composition under different treatments. Functional gene analysis showed a significant decreasing trend in <i>betB</i> abundance, a peak in <i>hpsO</i> under K150, and variable patterns for <i>soxX</i> and <i>metX</i> across treatments (<i>p</i> < 0.05). …”
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Comparative Analysis of Japanese Quince Juice Concentrate as a Substitute for Lemon Juice Concentrate: Functional Applications as a Sweetener, Acidifier, Stabilizer, and Flavoring... by Vitalijs Radenkovs, Inta Krasnova, Ingmars Cinkmanis, Karina Juhnevica-Radenkova, Edgars Rubauskis, Dalija Seglina

“…This study presents strong evidence supporting the utilization of JQJC as a functional substitute for LJC across a variety of product categories, including beverages, jams, and other food items. …”
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Differential regulation of apoptosis-related genes during long-term culture and differentiation of canine adipose-derived stem cells - a functional bioinformatical analysis by Maurycy Jankowski, Maurycy Jankowski, Maurycy Jankowski, Katarzyna Stefańska, Michał Suchodolski, Claudia Dompe, Claudia Dompe, Grzegorz Wąsiatycz, Bartosz Kempisty, Bartosz Kempisty, Bartosz Kempisty, Bartosz Kempisty, Michał Nowicki, Magdalena Roszak

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Genome-wide analysis of C-repeat binding factor (CBF) family members in Pennisetum glaucum and the function of PgCBF21 under cold stress by Cong Guan, Wei Li, Tian Li, Ying Dong, JunYi He, Bo Wu, Hui Wang, Chunlin Jia

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Discrepancies in Peripheral Arterial Function Indices Among Healthy Young Black Africans: Findings from Pilot Study Interpreted Using AHA Reference Values by Tuntufyege Erasto Mwasanjobe, Ashabilan Ebrahim, Oscar Mbembela, Omary Chillo, Jacktan Josephat Ruhighira, Fredirick Mashili

“…The results were also analyzed across sex and between the left and right sides. Methods We carefully and systematically recruited 156 healthy black Africans aged 18–35 years with no characteristics indicative of peripheral arterial dysfunction. …”
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Impact of isolated lumbar extension strength training on reducing nonspecific low back pain, disability, and improving function: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Robert Trybulski, Wilk Michał, Smoter Małgorzata, Bartłomiej Bogdański, Marta Bichowska-Pawęska, Ireneusz Ryszkiel, Mariola Gepfert, Filipe Manuel Clemente

“…This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate and summarize the effects of ILEX in alleviating pain, reducing disability, and improving physical functionality in adults with chronic LBP. Searches were conducted on October 14, 2024, across key databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. …”
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Nusinersen for children with type I spinal muscular atrophy: 4 years’ clinical experience in Turkish cohort by Ömer Bektaş, Murat Gülşen, Onur Burak Dursun, Ahmet Tekin, Deniz Yüksel, Ercan Demir, Gülten Öztürk, Sema Saltık, Özlem Hergüler, Ayşe Aysima Özçelik, Hüseyin Tan, Bilge Özgör, Arzu Ekici, Merve Feyza Yüksel, Süleyman Şahin, Özgür Duman, Mustafa Kömür, Figen Baydan, Edibe Pembegül Yıldız, Bülent Kara, Uluç Yiş, Seda Kanmaz, Kürşat Bora Çarman, Elif Acar Arslan, Mehmet Canpolat, Ahmet Sami Güven, Gökçen Öztuncer, Aycan Ünalp, Didem Ardıçlı, Aynur Ayşe Karaduman, Gökmen Zararsız, Gülhis Deda, Turkish SMA Study Group, Ömer Bektaş, Murat Gülşen, Onur Burak Dursun, Ahmet Tekin, Deniz Yüksel, Ercan Demir, Gülten Öztürk, Sema Saltık, Özlem Hergüler, Ayşe Aysima Özçelik, Hüseyin Tan, Bilge Özgör, Arzu Ekici, Merve Feyza Yüksel, Süleyman Şahin, Özgür Duman, Mustafa Kömür, Figen Baydan, Edibe Pembegül Yıldız, Bülent Kara, Uluç Yiş, Seda Kanmaz, Kürşat Bora Çarman, Elif Acar Arslan, Mehmet Canpolat, Ahmet Sami Güven, Gökçen Öztuncer, Aycan Ünalp, Didem Ardıçlı, Aynur Ayşe Karaduman, Gökmen Zararsız, Nurşah Yeniay Süt, Olcay Ünver, Tuğçe Damla Dilek, Eif Yıldırım, Faruk İncecik, Meral Karadağ, Mehmet Fatih Bütün, Burçin Gönüllü Polat, Yiğithan Güzin, Mehmet Akif Kılıç, Adnan Deniz, Gamze Sarıkaya Uzan, Sanem Yılmaz Keskin, Fatih M. Özdemir, Coşkun Yarar, Nihal Yıldız, Hamit Acer, Hüseyin Çaksen, Seren Aydın, Pakize Karaoğlu, Ayşe Neşe Çıtak, Tanıl Kendirli, Birkan Sonel Tur, Gülcan Akyüz, Ceren Bibinoğlu Amirov, Gülen Gül Mert, Mahmut Aslan, Şenay Haspolat, Özlem Ersoy, Osman Kipoğlu, Defne Alikılıç, Hasan Tekgül, Ülkühan Kaya, Arife Derda Yücel Şen, Pınar Özkan Kart, Hüseyin Per, Ayşe Aksoy, Ünsal Yılmaz, Serap Teber, Özben Akıncı Göktaş, Dilşad Türkdoğan, Fitnat Uluğ, Serap Bilge, Orhan Coşkun, Merve Öztürk, Esra Atmaca, Ali Cansu, Hakan Gümüş, Evrim Karadağ Saygı, Ömer Karaca, Serdal Güngör, Nazan Çobanoğlu, Melek Sezgin, Miraç Yıldırım, Yasemin Gökdemir, Esma Şengenç, Yılmaz Zindar, Özlem Yayıcı, Serkan Köken, Mesut Güngör, Serkan Kırık, Meltem Çobanoğulları Direk, Gülhis Deda

“…However, no significant improvements were observed in the bulbar function or in patients requiring extensive respiratory support.…”
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Multi-omics analysis and experiments uncover the function of cancer stemness in ovarian cancer and establish a machine learning-based model for predicting immunotherapy responses by Zhibing Liu, Zhibing Liu, Lei Han, Xiaoyu Ji, Xiaole Wang, Jinbo Jian, Yujie Zhai, Yingjiang Xu, Feng Wang, Xiuwen Wang, Fangling Ning

“…Vitro experiments were performed to validate the function of SNRPE in promoting proliferation and migration of ovarian cancer.ResultsThrough the analysis of extensive datasets on ovarian cancer, a specific gene set that impacts the stemness characteristics of tumors has been identified and we unveiled a negative correlation between cancer stemness, and benefits of ICI treatment in single cell ICI cohorts. …”
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