Medication safety analysis of elderly inpatients based on improved functional resonance analysis method (FRAM): a mixed methods study by Jing Yang, Xuwen Yin, Yue Xu, Zejuan Gu, Tingru Li, Yanhong Yan, Qiaoling Jiang, Ting Lu, Yangyang Fu, Yan Yu, Zhongyan Hou

“…Abstract The study aimed to quantitatively assess functional risks in the medication administration process of elderly inpatients and develop management measures from a holistic system safety perspective. …”
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C3G promotes bone marrow adipocyte expansion and hematopoietic regeneration after myeloablation by enhancing megakaryocyte niche function by Óscar Herranz, Pablo Berrocal, Carmen Sicilia-Navarro, Cristina Fernández-Infante, Luis Hernández-Cano, Almudena Porras, Carmen Guerrero

“…Abstract C3G, a Rap1 GEF, promotes megakaryopoiesis and platelet function. Using transgenic and knock-out mouse models targeting C3G in megakaryocytes, we investigated whether C3G also affects the niche function of megakaryocytes during bone marrow (BM) recovery after myeloablation induced by 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), or total body irradiation (TBI) followed by bone marrow transplantation. …”
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Luteolin, a common flavone in vegetables, acts as a hormetin possessing neurotrophic function: signaling mediated by inducing mitochondrial stress by Alex Xiong Gao, Tracy Chenxi Xia, Maggie Suisui Guo, Gary Kawing Yuen, Kevin Qiyun Wu, Tina Tingxia Dong, Karl Wah-Keung Tsim

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Safe Model Predictive Control of a Non-Holonomic Mobile Manipulator Under Multiple Constraints Using Control Barrier Functions by Zahra Kashi, Meysam Yadegar, Nader Meskin, Christos G. Cassandras

“…Additionally, the method aims to perform obstacle avoidance when the redundancy of the manipulator is insufficient, addressing non-feasible obstacle avoidance scenarios. …”
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Structural and functional neuroimaging of hippocampus to study adult neurogenesis in long COVID-19 patients with neuropsychiatric symptoms: a scoping review by Jayakumar Saikarthik, Ilango Saraswathi, Bijaya Kumar Padhi, Muhammad Aaqib Shamim, Nasser Alzerwi, Abdulaziz Alarifi, Aravind P. Gandhi

“…Method Original studies focusing on structural and functional neuroimaging of the hippocampus to study adult neurogenesis in long COVID-19 were included in the review. …”
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The effect of 6 weeks Tai chi training on TNF-α, BDNF serum levels and cognitive and physical function in women with stroke by منیژه نوروزیان, حمید رجبی, فاطمه پناه زاده

“…The aim of this study was to determine the effect of Tai Chi training on TNF-α, BDNF serum levels and cognitive and physical function in women with stroke. 20 women in Qom city with stroke (mean age: 68/80±3/55y, weight: 68/41±14/00 kg and body mass index: 26/33± 5/15kg/m2) voluntarily were divided randomly into Tai Chi group (10 patients) and control group (10 patients). …”
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Secondhand smoke exposure among United States children with functional disabilities: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2021–2023 by Raed A. Bahelah

“…Objective: Secondhand smoke exposure (SHSe) poses significant health problems. This study aims to examine the prevalence and factors associated with SHSe among 5–17 years old U.S. children with functional disabilities. …”
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Efficacy and safety of SH003 on immune function: study protocol for a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial by Chunhoo Cheon, Seong-Gyu Ko

“…This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of SH003 in improving immune function in individuals with a mildly weakened immune systems. …”
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Enhanced Adsorption of Mercury(II) Ions from Aqueous Solution by Carbon-Based Adsorbents Containing Cl-, S- and N-functional Groups by Jianzhong Zhu, Baolin Deng, John Yang

“…Mercury (Hg) is a highly toxic metal which occurs in surface and ground waters as the Hg 2+ ion. The aim of the present study was to develop carbon-based adsorbents that contain chlorine (Cl), sulphur (S) or nitrogen (N) functional groups in an attempt to enhance the removal of Hg 2+ ions from aqueous environments. …”
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Local contractility and systolic function of left ventricular myocardium at rest and during cold stress test in patients with acute myocardial infarction by V. R. Veber, M. P. Rubanova, K. A. Antonov, S. V. Zhamylova

“…Aim. To examine the changes in left ventricular (LV) local contractility (LC) and systolic function at rest and during cold stress test in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI).Material and methods. …”
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Evaluation of diastolic function in patients with normal perfusion and type 2 diabetes mellitus with gated single-photon emission computed tomography by Ayse Korkmaz, Billur Caliskan, Fatma Erdem

“…Early identification of diastolic dysfunction of patients with diabetes is important in preventing cardiac events. In this study, we aimed to show that both myocardial perfusion and diastolic function parameters can be evaluated in diabetic patients with possible silent cardiac symptoms using gated single-photon emission computed tomography (G-SPECT). …”
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Predictive Role of Species Diversity on Aboveground Carbon via Functional Diversity and Dominance in the Moist Afromontane Forest: Implications for Conservation Policies by Ferede Abuye Jeldu, Motuma Tolera, Teshale Woldeamanuel

“…Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the response of aboveground carbon (AGC) to species and functional diversity and their effects on AGC in the Yayu Coffee Forest Biosphere Reserve (YCFBR). …”
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QUALITY STATISTICAL EVALUATION OF BAKERY FUNCTIONAL PRODUCTS FROM DIFFERENT CEREALS FLOURS MIXTURES, WITH A HIGH CONTENT OF β-GLUCANS by Nicolae-Ciprian POPA, Radiana-Maria TAMBA-BEREHOIU, Vasilica SIMION, Luminita VISAN

“…The aim of this research was the statistical evaluation of the effect of fibers rich flours addition, namely oat, barley and millet flours, in wheat flour (15% and 30%), on the dough technological parameters, as well as on the main bread quality parameters. …”
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Spinal spatial integration of nociception and its functional role assessed via the nociceptive withdrawal reflex and psychophysical measures in healthy humans by Mauricio Carlos Henrich, Ken Steffen Frahm, Ole Kæseler Andersen

“…The inhibited motor response obtained when simultaneously stimulating the medial and lateral side of the sole of the foot suggests the presence of an inhibitory mechanism with a functional, behaviorally oriented function.…”
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Effect of Pain Reduction and Functional Improvements Following a Noninvasive Biomechanical Intervention for Gait Rehabilitation on Healthcare Claims: An Observational Study by William Vanderveer, Eric Freeman

“…HCRU, pain levels, functional disability, and patient satisfaction were captured…”
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The Impact of the Pandemic Caused by the SARS-COV-2 Virus on the Functional Fitness of Young Football Players Training from 2017 to 2022 by Jędrzej Szubert, Agnieszka Kempińska-Podhorodecka

“… Introduction. Functional fitness, which is essential in football, necessitates consistent training, the absence of which may lead to a decline in physical performance and motor coordination. …”
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Effects of various antihypertensive therapy strategies on the circadian blood pressure profile, hemodynamics, and endothelial function in adolescents with essential arterial hypert... by I. V. Logacheva, E. A. Gunicheva

“…Aim. To assess the effect of graduated physical exercise and extended release indapamide on the main parameters of circadian blood pressure (BP) profile, hemodynamics, and endothelial function in adolescents with Stage I essential arterial hypertension (EAH). …”
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А Method and a Device for Evaluating the Functional State of Microcirculatory-Tissue Systems of the Human Body Based on Multiparametric Optical Diagnostics by A. V. Dunaev

“…The proposed approach of multiparametric optical diagnostics, when optical non-invasive technologies are used in combination, can be a promising tool that improves the sensitivity and accuracy of detecting microcirculatory and metabolic disorders at an early stage, which is important for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of various profiles.Aim. Development of a method and device for assessing the functional state of microcirculatory-tissue systems of the human body based on multiparametric optical diagnostics and assessment of its diagnostic potential in clinical practice.Materials and methods. …”
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Development of evaluation index system for functional ability of older patients with stroke based on healthy aging: a modified Delphi study by Wei Zhang, Wei Zhang, Wei Zhang, Xiu-bin Tao, Xiao-li Fan, Ai-ping Wang

“…The aim of this study was to develop an evaluation index system for assessing the functional ability of older patients with stroke based on the World Health Organization Healthy Aging Model.MethodsKey indicators were identified through literature analysis and semi-structured interviews with 10 older patients with stroke. …”
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Influence of implantation of a novel domestic prosthetic aortic valve on the functional class of heart failure one year after surgery by K. A. Petlin, E. А. Kosovskikh, Yu. N. Chernykh, B. N. Kozlov

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