Association between treatment response and dose of blonanserin transdermal patch in patients with acute schizophrenia: A post hoc cluster analysis based on baseline psychiatric sym... by Yoshiteru Takekita, Yuji Matsumoto, Takahiro Masuda, Kazumasa Yoshida, Yosuke Koshikawa, Masaki Kato

“…Abstract Aim To explore the optimal dose of blonanserin transdermal patch (BNS‐P) based on baseline psychiatric symptomatic characteristics during acute schizophrenia. …”
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Exercise intensity matters: A review on evaluating the effects of aerobic exercise intensity on muscle‐derived neuroprotective myokines by Navabeh Zare, David J. Bishop, Itamar Levinger, Mark A. Febbraio, James R. Broatch

“…Future research directions: This review emphasizes the need for well‐controlled studies to explore the optimal exercise dose for enhancing myokine pathways and their implications for neurodegenerative disease prevention.…”
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Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis: Patient profiles from a large US allergy practice by Michael E. Wechsler, MD, Anna Kovalszki, MD, Jared Silver, MD, PhD, Brian Stone, MD, William McCann, MD, Lynn Huynh, MPH, DrPH, Anamika Khanal, BA, Mingchen Ye, MS, Mei Sheng Duh, MPH, ScD, Arijita Deb, PhD

“…Most (85%) used oral corticosteroids, with 73% (32 of 44) on daily doses of more than 12 mg; 60% used mepolizumab. Overall, 75% of patients (39 of 52) achieved a response (improved/controlled symptoms); 46% (24 of 52) achieved controlled status after worsened, unchanged, or active symptoms, and of these 38% (9 of 24) relapsed. …”
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Extended photoperiod improves growth and nutritional quality of pak choi under constant daily light integral by Kartika R. Susilo, Anastasia Eu, Britt Besemer, Ep Heuvelink, Ric C. H. de Vos, Leo F. M. Marcelis

“…However, DLI did not affect shelf life and overall visual quality.DiscussionThese results suggest that extending photoperiod is a more effective strategy than increasing light intensity for optimizing leafy vegetable production in controlled environments.…”
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Efficacy and safety of the early implementation of a multimodal rehabilitation program in mechanically ventilated patients: A randomized clinical trial protocol. by Jorge Iván Alvarado Sánchez, Laura Maria Castillo Morales, Yenny Rocio Cardenas Bolivar, Valentina Montañez Nariño, Maria Valentina Stozitzky Ríos, Catherine Lissell Arévalo Guerrero, Miguel Leonardo Pulido Bobadilla, Diana Marcela Melo Rojas, Ana Gabriela López Rubio, Diana Carolina Ortíz Moreno, Paula Andrea Barreto Garzón, Marisol Murillo, Andrés Felipe Mora-Salamanca

“…<h4>Methods</h4>This single center, controlled clinical trial aims to establish the efficacy and safety of an early multimodal rehabilitation program (MRP) compared with a late MRP in mechanically ventilated patients admitted to the ICU. …”
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A Phase II, Open-Label Study of Lenalidomide and Dexamethasone Followed by Donor Lymphocyte Infusions in Relapsed Multiple Myeloma Following Upfront Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant by Richard LeBlanc, Stéphanie Thiant, Rafik Terra, Imran Ahmad, Jean-Sébastien Claveau, Nadia Bambace, Léa Bernard, Sandra Cohen, Jean-Sébastien Delisle, Silvy Lachance, Thomas Kiss, Denis-Claude Roy, Guy Sauvageau, Jean Roy

“…In relapsed patients, donor lymphocyte infusions (DLIs) have been reported to control disease, but the optimal strategy prior to and doses of DLIs remain unclear. …”
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Risk factors for surgical site infection after patellar fracture surgery in the elderly by Hui Qi, Wei Duan, Ruili Jia, Shuai Wang, Ming An, Yubin Long

“…Preoperative management targeting these high-risk factors, such as optimizing patient weight, controlling diabetes, and improving nutritional status, can effectively reduce the incidence of SSI and improve postoperative outcomes. …”
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Biopolymer encapsulation for improved probiotic delivery: Advancements and challenges by Srirengaraj Vijayaram, Reshma Sinha, Caterina Faggio, Einar Ringø, Chi-Chung Chou

“…The findings presented in this review highlight the superior performance of novel encapsulation methods using biopolymer blends and advanced technologies like electrospinning and layer-by-layer assembly, which provide enhanced protection and controlled release of probiotics by offering insights into the development of more robust encapsulation systems that ensure the sustained viability and bioavailability of probiotics, thus advancing their application across multiple industries. …”
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Semi-supervised emotion-driven music generation model based on category-dispersed Gaussian Mixture Variational Autoencoders. by Zihao Ning, Xiao Han, Jie Pan

“…Initially, a controllable music generation model is introduced, which disentangles and manipulates rhythm and tonal features, enabling controlled music generation. …”
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Controversies in the Treatment of Early Stage Endometrial Carcinoma by Joshua Z. Press, Walter H. Gotlieb

“…Despite the publication of numerous studies, including some multicentered randomized controlled trials, there continues to be vigorous debate regarding the optimal management of early stage endometrial cancer, including the extent of surgery and the role of adjuvant chemotherapy and radiation. …”
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Сombat wounds microflora in modern warfare by V. P. Kovalchuk, N. S. Fomina, V. M. Kondratiuk, О. О. Fomin, Y. V. Lazarenko, K. V. Gumenyuk

“…Analysis of the clonal characteristics and antibiotic resistance of the most prevalent wound pathogens among individuals injured in the Russian-Ukrainian war to support microbiota surveillance of combat wounds and optimize treatment strategies. Materials and Methods. …”
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Recapitulation of physiologic and pathophysiologic pulsatile CSF flow in purpose-built high-throughput hydrocephalus bioreactors by Ahmad Faryami, Adam Menkara, Shaheer Ajaz, Christopher Roberts, Ryan Jaroudi, Blake Gura, Tala Hussini, Carolyn A. Harris

“…It is estimated that one in every 500 people are born with hydrocephalus. Despite more than 60 years of concerted efforts, shunts still have the highest failure rate of any neurological device requiring follow-up shunt revision surgeries and contributing to the $2 billion cost of hydrocephalus care in the US alone. …”
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Acupuncture-moxibustion for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy: A systematic review and network meta-analysis by Yan LI, Shuang LIU, Hai-fa QIAO

“…Background: Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common neurotoxic reaction for patients undergoing anticancer regimens. More and more studies show that acupuncture-moxibustion plays a positive role in the management and prevention of CIPN. …”
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Cervical ripening at home or in hospital during induction of labour: the CHOICE prospective cohort study, process evaluation and economic analysis by Mairead Black, Cassandra Yuill, Mairi Harkness, Sayem Ahmed, Linda Williams, Kathleen A Boyd, Maggie Reid, Amar Bhide, Neelam Heera, Jane Huddleston, Neena Modi, John Norrie, Dharmintra Pasupathy, Julia Sanders, Gordon C S Smith, Rosemary Townsend, Helen Cheyne, Christine McCourt, Sarah Stock

“…Main outcome measures CHOICE cohort Neonatal unit admission within 48 hours of birth for 48 hours or more. qCHOICE Maternal and staff experience of cervical ripening. …”
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Bibliometric analysis of global research on psychological well-being, subjective burden, and psychosocial support of family caregivers of cancer patients by Waleed M Sweileh

“…Notably, the study reveals a substantial gap in randomized controlled trials addressing interventions tailored to family caregivers, indicating a critical need for more high-quality trials to guide effective support strategies. …”
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Seeking Solutions for Inclusively Economic, Rapid, and Safe Molecular Detection of Respiratory Infectious Diseases: Comprehensive Review from Polymerase Chain Reaction Techniques t... by Yaping Xie, Zisheng Zong, Qin Jiang, Xingxing Ke, Zhigang Wu

“…In the future, with the integration of AI technologies into molecular amplification technologies, biosensors, and various application levels, the inclusively economic, rapid, and safe respiratory disease diagnosis solutions will be further optimized, and their accessibility will become more widespread.…”
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Opinions on hypertension care and therapy adherence at the healthcare provider and healthcare system level: a qualitative study in the Hague, Netherlands by Mattijs E Numans, Michiel L Bots, Sytske van Bruggen, Hedwig M M Vos, Rimke C Vos, Guy Rutten, Saskia E van Grondelle, Judith Meijer, Erik van Duin

“…Although hypertension can be effectively controlled by blood pressure-lowering drugs, uncontrolled blood pressure is common despite use of these medications. …”
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Numerical analysis of thermal and hydrothermal characteristics of a heat sink with various fin configurations and ternary nanofluid composition by Ahmad Najafpour, Mohammadreza Hasandust Rostami

“…Effectively managing thermal conditions and controlling temperatures in electrical, electronic, and electrochemical devices has long been a challenge to their optimal operation and continual development. …”
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Towards the sustainability of African sandalwood: Understanding the distribution and environmental requirements by Jane Gachambi Mwangi, Salisu Mohammed, Kabir Mustapha Umar, Jeremy Haggar, Truly Santika

“…Our results on the potential geographical distribution of African sandalwood are crucial to guide more targeted conservation and recovery efforts.…”
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Synthesis of a reversible quantum Vedic multiplier on IBM quantum computers by Mojtaba Noorallahzadeh, Mohammad Mosleh

“…A proposed solution to these issues is to introduce a cost-effective, parity-preserving reversible quantum block synthesized through an established method that produces a network list of multi-controlled Toffoli (MCT) gates. This Toffoli-based network is then optimized using various techniques, ultimately transforming it into a network of fundamental quantum gates. …”
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