Antifungal Activity of Selected Naphthoquinones and Their Synergistic Combination with Amphotericin B Against <i>Cryptococcus neoformans</i> H99 by Naira Sulany Oliveira de Sousa, Juan Diego Ribeiro de Almeida, Linnek Silva da Rocha, Izabela de Mesquita Bárcia Moreira, Flávia da Silva Fernandes, Ani Beatriz Jackisch Matsuura, Kátia Santana Cruz, Emersom Silva Lima, Érica Simplício de Souza, Hagen Frickmann, João Vicente Braga de Souza

“…The emergence of antifungal resistance and toxicity of conventional treatment underscore the urgent need for novel therapeutic approaches. Combination therapies represent a promising strategy to enhance efficacy and overcome resistance. …”
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The component-to-trait relationship between intolerance of uncertainty and obsessive–compulsive personality traits: a network analysis by Lin Wu, Chang Liu, Peng Huang, Ziwei Wang, Min Cai, Peng Fang, Wei Liang, Kewei Sun, Xu Tang, Anping Ouyang, Yuanyuan Guo, Kuiliang Li, Xinyi Wei, Ziyi Li, Shengjun Wu, Lei Ren, Xufeng Liu

“…Results In the IU-OCPT network, the strongest edges connecting IU and OCPT communities are “Unforeseen events upset me greatly” (IU1) and “Rigidity” (OCPT8), “One should always look ahead so as to avoid surprises” (IU3) and “Miserliness” (OCPT7), “It frustrates me not having all the information I need” (IU2) and “Need for control” (OCPT6), “The smallest doubt can stop me from acting” (IU11) and “Rigidity” (OCPT8). …”
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Anthropology and demography by Bošković Aleksandar

“…Some of the epistemological issues are mentioned, as well as a need to apply different theoretical perspectives to better understand demographic behavior (especially in Europe) and to better understand certain cultural components that shape this behavior. …”
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Genetic diversity and population structure of the endangered medicinal plant Ferula sinkiangensis by Hafiz Muhammad Wariss, Tianxing Liu, Hongxiang Zhang, Jiaju Wu, Zhaoping Yang, Wenjun Li

“…These findings underscore the urgent need for conservation efforts that employ both in-situ and ex-situ approaches to conserve F. sinkiangensis.…”
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150 Evaluating ChatGPT’s role in enhancing mental health care for Hispanic LGBTTQI+ young adults: A comparative study by Samuel Colón De La Rosa, Karen Martínez González, Claudia P. Amaya Ardila

“…Objectives/Goals: Evaluate the effectiveness of ChatGPT as a complementary tool for addressing the mental health needs of Hispanic LGBTTQI+ young adult patients. …”
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Innovative Approach: Exploring the Efficacy of Red Ginger Infusion Therapy in Hypertension Management by Ni Wayan Sridani, Muh Sabir, Fauzan, Ratna Devi, Adhar Arifuddin, Abd Rahman, A Fahira Nur

“…Conclusion:Red ginger infusion therapy shows promise as a complementary treatment for hypertension, but more comprehensive studies are needed to confirm its long-term benefits. …”
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Assessment of Confirmed Clinical Hypersensitivity to Rituximab in Patients Affected with B-Cell Neoplasia by S. Novelli, L. Soto, A. Caballero, M. E. Moreno, M. J. Lara, D. Bayo, A. Quintas, P. Jimeno, M. I. Zamora, T. Bigorra, J. Sierra, J. Briones

“…The 12-step desensitization protocol is very effective and assumable within healthcare practice. There is a need to determine the mechanism underlying the infusion reaction in a large proportion of cases due to the risk of future drug exposure.…”
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Advancing Underwater Vision: A Survey of Deep Learning Models for Underwater Object Recognition and Tracking by Mahmoud Elmezain, Lyes Saad Saoud, Atif Sultan, Mohamed Heshmat, Lakmal Seneviratne, Irfan Hussain

“…Promising future directions are also discussed, emphasizing the need for domain adaptation techniques to improve generalizability, lightweight architectures for real-time performance, and multi-modal data fusion to enhance interpretability and robustness. …”
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The Pseudotyped Replication-Deficient VSV with Spike from PEDV Induces Neutralizing Antibody Against PEDV by Jingxuan Yi, Huaye Luo, Kang Zhang, Lilei Lv, Siqi Li, Yifeng Jiang, Yanjun Zhou, Zuzhang Wei, Changlong Liu

“…Despite the availability of existing vaccines, there is a critical need for novel vaccine platforms that ensure robust protection while maintaining safety. …”
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Parents’ Perspectives on the Use of Virtual Reality in Pediatric Chronic Pain Management: Qualitative Study by Lindsay Sullivan, Harrison Vriese, Ellie Ferguson, Megan Armstrong, Hannah Williams, Kathleen Lemanek, Sharon Wrona, Lauren Renner, Lindsey Vater, Henry Xiang

“…However, there are several potential challenges that need to be addressed to improve the accessibility of VR technology for use in pediatric and adolescent chronic pain management. …”
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Role of histone deacetylases and sirtuins in the ischaemic stroke: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of animal studies by Ali Majdi, Hossein Mostafavi, Ali Moharrami, Shahin Yaraghi, Amirreza Ghaffari Tabrizi, Morteza Dojahani, Erfan Alirezapour, Kamyar Mansori

“…Currently, the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke through reperfusion has posed several challenges, raising the need for complementary options to protect the ischaemic penumbra. …”
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El cuento motor como recurso didáctico provocativo para fomentar la cooperación y la empatía (Motor story as a didactical and provocative resource to promote cooperation and empat... by Daniel Martos García, Javier Monforte, Bernardo Espí Monzó, Rodrigo Atienza Gago, Alexandra Valencia-Peris, Wenceslao Garcia-Puchades

“…The motor story was implemented in two groups of 3rd Primary from two different public schools and, in a complementary way, in two events aimed at teacher training. …”
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The Impact of Low-Fidelity Three-Dimensional-Printed Models of the Equine Distal Limb and the Canine Forelimb in Teaching Veterinary Anatomy in Practical Classes by Rebecca Schirone, Maximiliane Schmedding, Janet Weigner, Martin Werner, Giuliano Mario Corte, Jan Peter Ehlers, Luise Grace Klass, Mahtab Bahramsoltani

“…Limited cadaver availability and health risks from formaldehyde-treated cadavers have increased the need for alternative learning materials in veterinary anatomy education. …”
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fNIRS as a biomarker for X-linked neurodevelopmental disorders: leveraging visual processing to assess brain function? by Elena Scaffei, Chiara Bosetti, Chiara Bosetti, Roberta Battini, Roberta Battini, Michela Fagiolini, Michela Fagiolini, Laura Baroncelli, Laura Baroncelli

“…However, direct evidence from human cohorts with X-linked NDDs remains limited, highlighting the urgent need for further research to validate the potential of visual fNIRS as a reliable functional biomarker in clinical settings. …”
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Toward Personalized Immunotherapeutic Drug Monitoring with Multiplexed Extended‐Gate Field‐Effect‐Transistor Biosensors by Trang‐Anh Nguyen‐Le, Christin Neuber, Isli Cela, Željko Janićijević, Liliana Rodrigues Loureiro, Lydia Hoffmann, Anja Feldmann, Michael Bachmann, Larysa Baraban

“…The selection and optimization of therapies for cancer patients urgently need personalization. Portable point‐of‐care electronic biosensors emerge as a groundbreaking solution contributing to better decision‐making in precision oncology. …”
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Soilless Agricultural Systems: Opportunities, Challenges, and Applications for Enhancing Horticultural Resilience to Climate Change and Urbanization by Imran Ali Lakhiar, Haofang Yan, Tabinda Naz Syed, Chuan Zhang, Sher Ali Shaikh, Md. Rakibuzzaman, Rahim Bux Vistro

“…High setup costs, energy demands, and the need for technical expertise continue to limit large-scale adoption. …”
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Recommendations and guidelines of integrative medicine for COVID-19 care: The APEC project outcome by Libin Jia, Michelle Beidelschies, Joel M. Evans, Richard C. Niemtzow, Songxuan Zhou Niemtzow, Jeffery A. Dusek, Yufang Lin, Charles Wu, C. Jason Wang, Yi-Chang Su, Chien-Yu Lin, Peristiwan Ridha Widhi Astana, Danang Ardiyanto, Rusmiyati Hardjoutomo, Khwanchai Visithanon, Jagravudh Puagkong, Julalak Chokpaisarn, Martha Villar Lopez, Hiroshi Yotsuyanagi, Myeong Soo Lee, Hernan Jose Garcia Ramirez, Cecilia Plaza Bobadilla, Elizabeth Margarita Gonzalez Quinteros, Monica Galanti de la Paz, Cecilia C. Maramba-Lazarte

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Exploring dual-coating strategies for probiotic microencapsulation using polysaccharide and protein systems by Phin Yin Sin, Suat Hian Tan, Mohd Fazli Farida Asras, Chin Mei Lee, Thong Chuan Lee, Md. Rezaul Karim, Nyuk Ling Ma

“…These limitations highlight the need for innovative delivery systems. Dual-coating microencapsulation, combining polysaccharides and proteins, has emerged as a promising solution. …”
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From Entry to Outbreak in a High School Setting: Clinical and Wastewater Surveillance of a Rare SARS-CoV-2 Variant by Sven Sachse, Ivana Kraiselburd, Olympia Evdoxia Anastasiou, Carina Elsner, Sarah Christina Goretzki, Stefan Goer, Michael Koldehoff, Alexander Thomas, Jens Schoth, Sebastian Voigt, Rudolf Stephan Roß, Ulf Dittmer, Folker Meyer, Ricarda Maria Schmithausen

“…These findings underline the critical need for timely research and adherence to quarantine measures to enhance outbreak control efforts.…”
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A Comprehensive Overview of Antibacterial Agents for Combating Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria: The Current Landscape, Development, Future Opportunities, and Challenges by Ina Gajic, Nina Tomic, Bojana Lukovic, Milos Jovicevic, Dusan Kekic, Milos Petrovic, Marko Jankovic, Anika Trudic, Dragana Mitic Culafic, Marina Milenkovic, Natasa Opavski

“…<b>Conclusions and Future Directions:</b> There is an urgent need to expedite the development of new strategies for treating infections caused by MDR bacteria. …”
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