Effect of nutrient support on structural and functional parameters of facial skin by Eugenia V. Shikch, Olga V. Zhukova, Maria S. Konstantinova, Anastasiia S. Koliadko

“…Biologically active supplements containing components used as part of complex therapy for the correction and prevention of signs of premature skin aging are becoming increasingly popular. Aims. To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of taking the dietary supplement VITABEAUTY® Hyaluronic Acid + Resveratrol on the functional parameters of facial skin. …”
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Profiling the Nutritional, Phytochemical, and Functional Properties of Mung Bean Varieties by Fekiya Mohammed Idris, Kelbessa Urga, Habtamu Admassu, Eskindir Getachew Fentie, Sook-Min Kwon, Jae-Ho Shin

“…However, the physicochemical, techno-functional, and antioxidant properties of these cultivars, which can vary significantly due to genetic and agro-ecological differences, have not been sufficiently explored in previous research. …”
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The impact of nutritional status on centenarians’ physical, mental, and functional health by Ivan David Lozada-Martinez, Laura Vindas-Meza, Sandra Castelblanco-Toro, Juan Carlos Salazar-Uribe, Juan-Manuel Anaya

“…MNA was positively correlated with functional independence (r2 = 0.734, P < 0.05), cognitive assessment (r2 = 0.650, P < 0.05), and functional performance (r2 = 0.619, P < 0.05). …”
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The Pragmatic Functions of the Idiomatic Expression Yalla in Jordanian Spoken Arabic by Джихад Хамдан, Діна Хаммоурі

“…The study reported here aims to identify and classify the pragmatic functions of the frequently used idiomatic expression Yalla, literally ‘let’s’, in Jordanian Spoken Arabic (JSA). …”
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Pattern, causes and functional outcome of peripheral neuropathies in the Amazon region. by Nathalie Deschamps, Mathieu Nacher, Pierre-Marie Preux, Valérie Takam, Romain Blaizot, Beatrice Cenciu, Nadia Sabbah, Bertrand De Toffol

“…Assuming that there are local particularities in the Amazon region, the aim of this study was to describe the characteristics of patients by determining the factors associated with functional severity.…”
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Identification and functional characterization of glycosyltransferase-related biomarkers for tuberculosis diagnosis by Yibiao Zhang, Xiaoyun Ye, Jiancong Xu, Jixiao He, Xiaobing Lu

“…We also conducted single-gene enrichment analysis to explore the biological functions and pathway activities linked to the characteristic genes. …”
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Cavernosal Smooth Muscle Function After Experimental Ischemic Priapism by Eray Hasırcı, Enis Kervancıoğlu, Cevahir Özer, S. Remzi Erdem, Mehmet Reşit Gören

“…Objective: We aimed to investigate the role of apoptosis and its effects on cavernosal smoothmuscle (CSM) function after ischemic priapism (IP) in a rat model. …”
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Influence of inhalation anesthesia in caesarean section on parturients’ cognitive functions by Volkov O.O.

“…Anaesthesia technique may be preventive factor of developing or worsening postoperative cognitive disfunctions. A research aim was to study an influence of inhalation anaesthesia during the caesarean section on the parturients’ cognitive functions. …”
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IMPACT OF THE UKRAINIAN FINANCIAL CRISIS ON LOCAL SELF-GOVERNMENT FUNCTIONS by Ruslan Bedriy, Svitlana Diachenko, Sergii Shyshykin

“…The ongoing war has caused severe financial instability across all levels of government and led to a functional and fiscal transformation of local self-government bodies. …”
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Alteration in functional connectivity of SC_thalamus with primary trigeminal neuralgia by Qiansheng Cheng, Shoufeng Liu, Junling Wang, Yajing Wang, Bihui Han, Lichen Wang, Song Jin

“…This study aims to explore the altered FC of thalamic sensory subregions in PTN patients using the resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs-fMRI). …”
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Application of novel nanomaterials with dual functions of antimicrobial and remineralization in mouthwashes by Lin Chang, Ruihuan Gan, Xiaoyu Huang, Dali Zheng, Chen Su, Youguang Lu, Yan Feng

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Bringing Executive Function Testing Online: Assessment Validation Study by Mouna Attarha, Ana Carolina de Figueiredo Pelegrino, Lydia Ouellet, Sarah-Jane Grant, Etienne de Villers-Sidani, Thomas Van Vleet

“…These abilities are adversely affected by age, with executive dysfunction ultimately impairing the performance of activities of daily living. ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess the validity of a computerized cognitive assessment in predicting executive function performance in healthy older adults. …”
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HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE COMPLEX FOR FUNCTIONAL STATE MONITORING OF MOTHER AND FETUS by I. V. Tolmachyov, K. S. Brazovsky, A. S. Tsverova, V. S. Ripenko

“…At the moment in the world there are no complexes which enable monitoring of the fetus without any risk to his health. So the main aim of this work is development of hardware and software system to assess the functional status of the mother and fetus by the analysis of the signals recorded from the abdominal electrodes.Objectives:1) to formulate the requirements to noninvasive monitoring system and functional state assessment of mother and fetus.2) to develop algorithms and software for monitoring system and functional state assessment of mother and fetus.3) to determine fetus functional state at 32–33 week in women with uncomplicated pregnancies and in women with placental insufficiency in the compensation stage and subcompensation.The system concept is based on fetal heart rate recognition and analysis. …”
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The Effect of Anti-seizure Drugs on Visual Functions in Epilepsy Patients by Pınar Bengi Boz, Deniz Tören

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Small airways’ function in Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome by K. Giannadaki, S. Schiza, G. Vavougios, V. Ladopoulos, N. Tzanakis, N. Siafakas

“…Introduction and objectives Most of the studies of the pathophysiology of Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome (OSAHS) focus on the collapsibility and obstruction of the upper airways. The aim of our study was the investigation of small airways’ function in patients with OSAHS.Materials and methods We studied 23 patients (mean age, 51.6 years) diagnosed with mild to severe OSAHS, without comorbidities and 8 controls (mean age, 45.9 years). …”
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Temporal dichotomy of neutrophil function in acute liver injury and repair by Jennifer A. Cartwright, Philippe M.D. Potey, Eilidh Livingstone, Lara Campana, Philip J. Starkey Lewis, Magdalena E.M. Oremek, Naomi N. Gachanja, Giulia Rinaldi, Rhona E. Aird, Tak Yung Man, Anuruddika J. Fernando, Joanna P. Simpson, Natalie Z.M. Homer, Nicole Barth, Melisande Addison, Candice Ashmore-Harris, Maria Elena Candela, Alastair M. Kilpatrick, Matthieu Vermeren, Calum T. Robb, David A. Dorward, Christopher D. Lucas, Stuart J. Forbes, Adriano G. Rossi

“…Therefore, future research should aim to either elucidate isolated damaging functions or harness reparative functions of neutrophils for late-stage novel therapies for APAP-ALI.…”
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The first taxonomic and functional characterization of human CAVD-associated microbiota by Lavinia Curini, Brunilda Alushi, Mary Roxana Christopher, Simone Baldi, Leandro Di Gloria, Pierluigi Stefano, Anna Laganà, Luisa Iannone, Herko Grubitzsch, Ulf Landmesser, Matteo Ramazzotti, Elena Niccolai, Alexander Lauten, Amedeo Amedei

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Erectile and Sexual Function Determinants in Men with Type 1 Diabetes by Cristian Petolicchio, Francesco Cocchiara, Giordano Spacco, Eliana Delle Chiaie, Maria Grazia Calevo, Davide Carlo Maggi, Diego Ferone, Nicola Minuto, Marta Bassi

“…All participants completed the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-15), which evaluates several domains of sexual function. …”
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The impact of hypoxia on psychological and cognitive functioning in high-altitude climbers by Wiktoria Zamirska, Nadia Hornig, Aleksandra Kołodziej, Aleksandra Cieplak, Zuzanna Czyżewicz

“…The most significant impairments are observed in psychomotor function and long-term memory. Perceptual processes, inhibitory control, and problem-solving skills are largely preserved. …”
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Functionalized Polymeric Microneedles for Transdermal Delivery of Ovalbumin Protein Antigen by Yi Liu, Feng Tan, Decheng Zhao, Liwen Zhang, Nianni Zhang, Chengwei Bai, Ziyang Guo, Xiongjian Guan, Guanyu Chen

“…<b>Background/Objectives:</b> Microneedles represent an innovative transdermal drug delivery approach, especially for protein antigens. This study aimed to develop a dual-functional, dissolvable microneedle system loaded with β-glucan and fucoidan in a hyaluronic acid matrix to achieve transdermal immunomodulation and reactive oxygen species (ROS) regulation, exploring its potential in inflammatory disease management and antigen delivery. …”
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