I Got Rhythm and Executive Function, Memory, and More: The Automated Test of Embodied Cognition (ATEC) by Morris D. Bell, Yarani Gonzalez, Andrea J. Weinstein, David Ciosek, Yan Wang, Gihyun Yoon

“…Rhythm is one of the domains assessed by the ATEC across a number of tasks and is a domain for which there is no broadly accepted neurocognitive measure. …”
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Characteristics and Functions of Different Intestinal Segments in Juvenile Greater Amberjack (<i>Seriola dumerili</i>) by Kunfeng Zhu, Mouyan Jiang, Mengyao Yan, Yang Huang, Tonglin Yang, Chunhua Zhu

“…In this study, we divided the intestine of <i>S. dumerili</i> into foregut, midgut, and hindgut, and conducted a multi-omics analysis integrating histological staining (H&E/AB-PAS), digestive enzyme assays, transcriptome sequencing, and 16S rRNA microbiota profiling to characterize structural, functional, molecular, and microbial differences across intestinal segments. …”
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Stem cell-derived pancreatic beta cells: a step closer to functional diabetes treatment? by Ikponmwosa Jude Ogieuhi, Chinonyelum Emmanuel Agbo, Victor Oluwatomiwa Ajekiigbe, Chidera Stanley Anthony, Jennifer Chinaecherem Onyehalu, Chinemelum Kingsley Nwankwo, Mercy Chisom Agu, Kaleb Lema, Olajumoke Adesola Adewole, Oluwatobi Asade, Simbiat Quadri Eniola, Ogochuku Elizabeth Obiaghanwa, Sheeba Abraham Jeyaraj, Ifeoluwa Sandra Bakare

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The Spatial‐Temporal Alternative Splicing Profile Reveals the Functional Diversity of FXR1 Isoforms in Myogenesis by Wei Wang, Xinhao Fan, Weiwei Liu, Yuxin Huang, Shuhong Zhao, Yalan Yang, Zhonglin Tang

“…Here, the temporal AS profiles are investigated during myogenesis in five vertebrates, conducting comprehensive profiling across 27 developmental stages in skeletal muscle and encompassing ten tissues in adult pigs. …”
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Not All Platelets Are Created Equal: A Review on Platelet Aging and Functional Quality in Regenerative Medicine by Fábio Ramos Costa, Joseph Purita, Rubens Martins, Bruno Costa, Lucas Villasboas de Oliveira, Stephany Cares Huber, Gabriel Silva Santos, Luyddy Pires, Gabriel Azzini, André Kruel, José Fábio Lana

“…This review explores the mechanisms underlying platelet aging, including oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and systemic inflammation, and examines how these factors influence PRP performance across diverse clinical contexts. We discuss the functional consequences of platelet senescence, the impact of comorbidities and aging on PRP quality, and current tools to assess platelet functionality, such as HLA-I–based flow cytometry. …”
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Functional potential of intermediate wheatgrass (IWG) in bread formulations: role of base flour gluten strength by Md Ahmadul Islam, Jayani Kulathunga, Yun Zhao, Shahidul Islam

“…Intermediate wheatgrass (IWG, Thinopyrum intermedium), a perennial grain rich in dietary fiber, protein, and antioxidants, considered as a functional ingredient for nutritionally enhanced baked goods. …”
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Systematic review and consensus conceptual model of meaningful symptoms and functional impacts in early Parkinson’s Disease by Jennifer R. Mammen, Jamie L. Adams, Rikki Mangrum, Yuge Xiao, William Barbosa, Mirinda Tyo, Christopher Redmond, Cheryl Carter, Kelly Cifelli, Robert Cifelli, Hope Maruzo, Jim Meeker, Gerry Shultz, Colbren Thomas, Claire Bale, Evan Davies, Catherine M. Kopil, Connie Marras, Tiago Mestre, Thomas Morel, Tanya Simuni, Glenn T. Stebbins, Daniel Weintraub, Diane Stephenson

“…Over 340 symptoms and impacts were identified across ten symptom domains (Movement, Cognitive, Psychiatric, Sleep, Sensory, Speech, Digestive, Urinary, Sexual, Autonomic) and two impact domains (Physical and Psychosocial functioning). …”
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Upper Limb Orthoses: Integrating Topology Optimization and 3D Printing for Custom Fit and Function by Stefanos Voulgaris, Charoula Kousiatza, George Kazakis, Konstantinos-Iason Ypsilantis, Dimitrios Galanis, Chara Ch. Mitropoulou, Maria Gkara, Stelios K. Georgantzinos, Konstantinos Soultanis, Nikos D. Lagaros

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Function and firing of the Streptomyces coelicolor contractile injection system requires the membrane protein CisA by Bastien Casu, Joseph W Sallmen, Peter E Haas, Govind Chandra, Pavel Afanasyev, Jingwei Xu, Martin Pilhofer, Susan Schlimpert

“…It remains unknown, however, whether CISSc require accessory proteins to directly interact with the cytoplasmic membrane to function. Here, we characterize the putative membrane adaptor CisA, a conserved factor in CIS gene clusters across Streptomyces species. …”
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Two novel human cytomegalovirus NK cell evasion functions target MICA for lysosomal degradation. by Ceri A Fielding, Rebecca Aicheler, Richard J Stanton, Eddie C Y Wang, Song Han, Sepehr Seirafian, James Davies, Brian P McSharry, Michael P Weekes, P Robin Antrobus, Virginie Prod'homme, Fabien P Blanchet, Daniel Sugrue, Simone Cuff, Dawn Roberts, Andrew J Davison, Paul J Lehner, Gavin W G Wilkinson, Peter Tomasec

“…The immune evasion functions UL16, UL142, and microRNA(miR)-UL112 are known to target NKG2DLs. …”
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Structural and functional differences of gut microbiota in Pomacea canaliculata from different geographical locations and habitats by Miao Fang, Fandong Yu, Lu Shu, Hui Wei, Xidong Mu, Xuejie Wang, Meng Xu, Dangen Gu

“…Pomacea canaliculata is a malignant invasive alien snail that threatens agricultural production and ecosystem functions worldwide. Clarifying the general rules of the gut microbial community structure and function of the snails in different geographical locations and habitats is of great significance for understanding their invasion at different spatial scales. …”
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High-Order Graphical Topology Analysis of Brain Functional Connectivity Networks Using fMRI by Qinrui Ling, Aiping Liu, Yu Li, Taomian Mi, Piu Chan, B. T. Thomas Yeo, Xun Chen

“…In this paper, we capture high-order topological features via a graphical topology analysis framework for brain connectivity networks derived from functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI). Several high-order metrics are examined across varying sparsity levels of binary graphs to trace the evolution of brain networks. …”
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Estimating heterogeneity of physical function treatment response to caloric restriction among older adults with obesity. by Daniel P Beavers, Katherine L Hsieh, Dalane W Kitzman, Stephen B Kritchevsky, Stephen P Messier, Rebecca H Neiberg, Barbara J Nicklas, W Jack Rejeski, Kristen M Beavers

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Functional assessment in acute coronary syndrome: a systematic review of acute versus staged interventions by Federico Vergni, Silvia Buscarini, Leonardo Ciurlanti, Filippo Luca Gurgoglione, Francesco Pellone, Mario Luzi

“…Methods: We conducted a systematic review across ClinicalTrials.gov, Embase, Google Scholar, PubMed, and Web of Science from inception through 5 December 2024. …”
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The intestinal microbial community and function of Riptortus pedestris at different developmental stages and its effects on development by Yanbin Wang, Rong Li, Chunjing Wang, Ting Sun, Hongjuan Zhang, Fang Zhao, Jiehui Liu, Yuqiong Hao, Xiansheng Xie

“…Excitingly, Burkholderia bacteria eliminated by antibiotic treatment were unable to molt normally, and their lifespan was shortened in nymphs, indicating that the gut microbiota had a significant effect on nymph development.ConclusionIn summary, our results, for the first time, systematically illustrate the abundance and function across the gut microbiota from the different developmental stages of R. pedestris and demonstrate that the genera Burkholderia are crucial during the development of R. pedestris. …”
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Using Machine Learning for Analysis of Wideband Acoustic Immittance and Assessment of Middle Ear Function in Infants by Shan Peng, Yukun Zhao, Xinyi Yao, Huilin Yin, Bei Ma, Ke Liu, Gang Li, Yang Cao

“…Objectives: Evaluating middle ear function is essential for interpreting screening results and prioritizing diagnostic referrals for infants with hearing impairments. …”
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Exploring the Mechanism of β-Cyclodextrin-Encased Phenolic Acids Functionalized with TPP for Antioxidant Activity and Targeting by Christopher Sbarbaro, Valeria Márquez-Miranda, Matías Leal, Ricardo Pino-Rios, Pedro Olivares, Makarena González, Ignacio Díaz-Franulic, Fernando González-Nilo, Osvaldo Yáñez, Yorley Duarte

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Analysis of atrioventricular function and myocardial strain in hypertensive heart disease: a CMR-based study by Junqiao Niu, Junwen Zhu, Yan Wang, Jie Chen, Hui Li, Yuan Qu, Xiaojuan Li, Wei Sheng, Shaoyu Wang

“…Chamber morphology, function, and mechanics vary across HHD stages. Strain parameters may offer more reliable risk stratification than traditional metrics.…”
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Low prevalence of infantile functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in a multi-ethnic Asian population by Kee Seang Chew, Jun Min Em, Zhong Lin Koay, Muhammad Yazid Jalaludin, Ruey Terng Ng, Lucy Chai See Lum, Way Seah Lee

“…Background: Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are common in children. …”
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Development of a diagnostic checklist to identify functional cognitive disorder versus other neurocognitive disorders by Jon Stone, Suvankar Pal, Francesco Di Lorenzo, Tiago Teodoro, Tim Wilkinson, Jan Coebergh, Laura McWhirter, Alan Carson, Bruno Dubois, Mark Edwards, Jane Alty, Isabel Santana, Martin Rossor, Miguel Tábuas-Pereira, Stoyan Popkirov, Rui Araújo, Robert Howard, Selma Aybek, Jonathan Huntley, Rohan Bhome, Thomas Harbo, Catherine M Pennington, Flavio Nobili, Ricardo Taipa, Gaston Baslet, Michele Tinazzi, Martin Zeidler, Harriet A Ball, Lisbeth Frostholm, Emer R McGrath, Andrew Larner, Jonathan Schott, Elizabeth Mallam, Verónica Cabreira, João Massano, Mirella Russo, James Main, Dane Rayment, David Perez, Sonja Antic, Sasa R Filipovic, Kristian Steen Frederiksen, Bradleigh Hayhow, Jeremy Darryl Isaacs, Curt LaFrance, Camillo Marra, Isabel Portela Moreira, Emmi P Scott, Svetlana Tomic, Sofia Toniolo, Caroline Winther Tørring

“…Background Functional cognitive disorder (FCD) poses a diagnostic challenge due to its resemblance to other neurocognitive disorders and limited biomarker accuracy. …”
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