Six‐Minute Walk Test Is Superior to Grip Strength as a Marker of Functional Recovery During Cancer Cachexia Rehabilitation by Addison Barber, Amber Willbanks, Kathryn Abplanalp, Christopher W. Lewis, Ben Binder‐Markey, Prakash Jayabalan, Richard L. Lieber, Ishan Roy

“…These two outcome measures have never been directly compared in the same cohort of cachexia patients regarding their ability to measure and relationship to functional independence. We hypothesize that gait‐based measures more comprehensively act as a proxy measure for functional independence related to cachexia. …”
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Advanced low-thermal fortification strategy for dill juice: enhanced bioaccessibility and functional properties through MLP-RSM optimization by Seydi Yıkmış, Aylin Duman Altan, Selinay Demirel, Melikenur Türkol, Nazlı Tokatlı, Nazan Tokatlı Demirok, Moneera O. Aljobair, Emad Karrar, Isam A. Mohamed Ahmed

“…In this study, a combination of ultrasound and microwave technologies (USMW) was applied to increase the functional properties of Anethum graveolens L. (dill) juice and the obtained samples were comprehensively evaluated in terms of biofunctionality. …”
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The function and properties of common food packaging materials and their suitability for reusable packaging: The transition from a linear to circular economy by Ronan Farrell, Yvonne J. Cortese, Declan M. Devine, Noel Gately, Margarita Rueda, Lorena Rodriguez, Romina Pezzoli

“…This review article aims to comprehensively review the functions and properties of various food packaging materials to assess their suitability for reusable food packaging applications.…”
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A one-year follow-up study of systematic impact of long COVID symptoms among patients post SARS-CoV-2 omicron variants infection in Shanghai, China by Jianpeng Cai, Ke Lin, Haocheng Zhang, Quanlin Xue, Kun Zhu, Guanmin Yuan, Yuhan Sun, Feng Zhu, Jingwen Ai, Sen Wang, Wenhong Zhang

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Research Progress of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Therapy for Cognitive Impairment after Stroke by LIU Yuanchen, ZHANG Lixin

“…Post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) refers to the symptoms of cognitive decline after stroke, which seriously impairs patients' quality of life and survival time. …”
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Review of zeolitic-based sorbents for CO2 capture: Insights into functional modifications, economic feasibility and machine learning-enhanced strategies by Saheed A. Ganiyu

“…The study first explores various CO2 capture technologies, including direct air capture, oxy-fuel combustion, pre-combustion, and post-combustion, providing a comprehensive overview of their operational principles and challenges. …”
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Comprehensive Structural, Chemical, and Optical Characterization of Cu₂ZnSnS₄ Films on Kapton Using the Automated Successive Ionic Layer Adsorption and Reacti... by Perla J. Vázquez-González, Martha L. Paniagua-Chávez, Lizette A. Zebadua-Chavarria, Rafael Mota-Grajales, C. A. Meza-Avendaño, Enrique Campos-González, A. Escobosa-Echavarría, Yaoqiao Hu, Aldo E. Pérez-Ramos, Manuel-Matuz, Carlos A. Hernández-Gutiérrez

“…This study provides a comprehensive structural, chemical, and optical characterization of CZTS thin films deposited on flexible Kapton substrates via the Successive Ionic Layer Adsorption and Reaction (SILAR) method. …”
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Identifying the predictors of ultra early neurological improvement and its role in functional outcome after endovascular thrombectomy in acute ischemic stroke by Yuzheng Lai, Mohammad Mofatteh, José Fidel Baizabal-Carvallo, José Fidel Baizabal-Carvallo, Jianfeng He, Wenhao Wu, Daohong Wang, Wenshan Yan, Jicai Ma, Sijie Zhou, Yu Sun, Yu Sun, Yi He, Shumei Li, Hao Sun

“…Background and purposeUsing post-treatment methods to predict functional outcomes of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients undergoing endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) is crucial in stroke medicine. …”
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Improved functional outcomes and cost benefits of door-to-needle time under 30 min in acute ischemic stroke: an observational study by Jia Dong James Wang, Ying-Qiu Dong, Joshua Y. P. Yeo, Kevin Soon Hwee Teo, Shiyang Ng, Mingxue Jing, Bernard P. L. Chan, Leonard L. L. Yeo, Magdalene L. J. Chia, Louis Widjaja, Lily Y. H. Wong, Pamela Lim, Shikha Kumari, Diarmuid Murphy, Hock-Luen Teoh, Benjamin Y. Q. Tan

“…Multivariate linear and logistic regressions were performed to evaluate impact of DTN time on functional and financial outcomes, including modified Rankin's Score (mRS) at 3-months post-AIS, length-of-stay (LoS), total hospitalization cost, symptomatic intracerebral hemorrhage (SICH) and inpatient mortality.Results1,146 patients (62.0% male) with mean age of 68.6 years were included. …”
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Are pensions “growth-dependent”? by Laua Wiman

“…Unfunded financing combined with comprehensive social and economic policies could work as a long-term approach. …”
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The status of clinical trials regarding root canal sealers by Ahmad AL Malak, Yasmina EL Masri, Mira Al Ziab, Nancy Zrara, Tarek Baroud, Pascale Salameh

“…ObjectivesThis study aimed to present the results and analyses of clinical trials, including updates on the different functions of root canal sealers.Materials and MethodsIn June 2023, we performed a comprehensive search of ClinicalTrials.gov to identify interventional clinical trials pertaining to root canal sealers. …”
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Boosting CO2 separation in porphyrinic MOF-based mixed matrix membranes via central metal atom integration by Nicholaus Prasetya, Hasan Can Gülbalkan, Seda Keskin, Christof Wöll

“…Instead of taking the traditional approach by functionalizing the MOF's ligands or varying the metal or metal-oxo MOF nodes, we harness the properties of metal atoms by integrating them as central elements within porphyrinic MOF linkers through a simple post-metalation method. …”
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Molecular mechanisms and consequences of TDP-43 phosphorylation in neurodegeneration by Elise A. Kellett, Adekunle T. Bademosi, Adam K. Walker

“…We further suggest that greater consideration of the normal functions of the regulators of TDP-43 phosphorylation that may be perturbed in disease is warranted. …”
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Long-Term Quality of Life Among Intensive Care Units Survivors by Aljohani HY, Albarak NA, Alanazi TA, Alabdulsalam MA, Alzahrani RA, Algarni SS, Alotaibi TF, Alqahtani MM, Alqahtani MK, Ismaeil TT, Olayan LH

“…ICU survivors displayed notably lower scores in physical functioning (65 [IQR 55] vs 80 [IQR 45], p=0.00), limitations due to physical health (25 [IQR 100] vs 100 [IQR 75], p=0.00), limitations due to emotional problems (33.33 [IQR 100] vs 66.67 [IQR 100], p=0.00), less social functioning (62.5 [IQR 50] vs 75 [IQR 38], p=7.00), more pain 67.5 [IQR 45] vs 80 [IQR 33] (p=0.00), and general health (55 [IQR 25] vs 65 [IQR 23], p=0.00).Conclusion: ICU survivors experience significant HRQoL impairments exacerbated by prolonged ICU stays, highlighting the need for early and comprehensive rehabilitation services. …”
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Investigating amygdala nuclei volumes in military personnel with post-traumatic stress disorder, major depressive disorder, and adjustment disorder: A retrospective cross-sectional... by Thiemo Knaust, Dagmar Tarnogorski, Matthias B D Siebler, Philipp Skiberowski, Christian Moritz, Helge Höllmer, Holger Schulz

“…<h4>Background</h4>Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), and Adjustment Disorder (AdjD) are highly prevalent among military personnel, often presenting diagnostic challenges due to overlapping symptoms and reliance on self-reporting. …”
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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

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Aquatic insect functional traits indicate spatiotemporal changes in potential aquatic prey availability to terrestrial consumers after small dam removal by Peter E. Carlson

“…Functional trait responses to dam removal were quantified within the downstream, impoundment and upstream sections, utilizing extracted or calculated functional traits from a comprehensive search of empirical studies containing pre- and post-dam removal data along with the specific sampling distance from the dam (downstream and impoundment) or distance from the impoundment (upstream) and time from dam removal. …”
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The impact of lung surgery, with or without (neo-)adjuvant therapy, on physical functioning in patients with nonsmall cell lung cancer: a scoping review by Sarah Haesevoets, Eva Arents, Dries Cops, Kirsten Quadflieg, Maarten Criel, David Ruttens, Marc Daenen, Dieter Stevens, Veerle Surmont, Heleen Demeyer, Chris Burtin

“…Methods PubMed, Web of Science and Cochrane databases were systematically searched from inception until 1 July 2023. A comprehensive framework based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health was used to define various aspects of PF. …”
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Mental health and well-being in adolescent and young adult refugees in Sweden: A cross-sectional study of accompanied and unaccompanied individuals by Erica Mattelin, Amal R. Khanolkar, Johan Andersson, Hania Kutabi, Laura Korhonen

“…However, we still lack comprehensive data on well-being, mental health, and the ability to function. …”
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Intranasal Human-Recombinant Nerve Growth Factor Enhances Motor and Cognitive Function Recovery in a Child with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury by Lorenzo Di Sarno, Lavinia Capossela, Serena Ferretti, Luigi Manni, Marzia Soligo, Susanna Staccioli, Eleonora Napoli, Riccardo Burattini, Antonio Gatto, Antonio Chiaretti

“…Cognitive assessments indicated improvements in various domains, including verbal comprehension and executive functioning. EEG results showed reduced epileptiform activity. …”
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