Audio and linguistic prediction of objective and subjective cognition in older adults: what is the role of different prompts? by Varsha D. Badal, Varsha D. Badal, Caitlyn Tran, Haze Brown, Danielle K. Glorioso, Danielle K. Glorioso, Rebecca Daly, Rebecca Daly, Anthony J. A. Molina, Anthony J. A. Molina, Alison A. Moore, Alison A. Moore, Erhan Bilal, Ellen E. Lee, Ellen E. Lee, Ellen E. Lee, Colin A. Depp, Colin A. Depp, Colin A. Depp

“…BackgroundPsycho-linguistic and audio data derived from speech may be useful in screening and monitoring cognitive aging. …”
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The Class III Peroxidase Gene Family in <i>Populus simonii</i>: Genome-Wide Identification, Classification, Gene Expression and Functional Analysis by Lu Han, Yishuang Ren, Xinru Bi, Guowei Yao, Jinwang Zhang, Hongtao Yuan, Xiaoyu Xie, Junbo Chen, Yunchang Zhang, Sitong Du, Wanying Chen, Kewei Cai, Xiyang Zhao

“…Conserved domain and motif analyses demonstrated that all <i>PsPOD</i> proteins contain the characteristic peroxidase domain and share highly conserved motif structures. Cis-acting element analysis of promoter regions revealed the presence of numerous regulatory elements associated with light responsiveness, phytohormone signaling, stress responses, and plant growth and development. …”
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Assessment of usage, reuse and disposal of thermoplastic masks among radiotherapy technologists in India: A nationwide perspective by M. Nagesh, Rohit Vadgaonkar, K.K. Sreelakshmi, Raghavendra Hajare, Pritam Parab, Subhabrat Dash, Ramesh Reddy, Vaishali Shende, Ankita Nawar, Rahul Biswas, Sandeep Ratna Bula, Shubham Gagare, Darshani Belekar, Raviteja Miriyala, Umesh Mahantshetty

“…Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among RTTs working in different healthcare settings. A structured questionnaire designed by a team of RTTs and radiation oncologists was used to collect responses. …”
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Hydrogen Column Density Variability in a Sample of Local Compton-thin AGN II by A. Pizzetti, N. Torres-Albà, S. Marchesi, J. Buchner, I. Cox, X. Zhao, S. Neal, D. Sengupta, R. Silver, M. Ajello

“…Among these, 30% exhibit recorded 22 GHz water megamaser emission, suggesting a potential shared nature between the two structures.…”
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Prevalence and risk factors of Helicobacter pylori infection in urban children aged 6–13 years in Fuzhou, China: a cross-sectional study in a high gastric cancer incidence region by Youtao Chen, Youtao Chen, Youtao Chen, Xiaoting Pan, Xiaoting Pan, Xiaoting Pan, Yanyan Wang, Yanyan Wang, Longzhen Lin, Xiaoyan Chen, Xiaoyan Chen, Yan Chen, Yan Chen, Hong Ye, Hong Ye, Hong Ye

“…BackgroundThe burden of Helicobacter pylori infection remains a global public health concern, particularly due to its lifelong risk of gastric cancer starting from childhood. Comprehensive data on the prevalence of H. pylori infection and associated risk factors among children are limited. …”
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Examining the effects of school–vacation transitions on depression and anxiety in adolescents: network analysis by Yumeng Ju, Yumeng Yang, Rui Yuan, Yafei Chen, Junwu Liu, Wenwen Ou, Yunjing Li, Siqi Yang, Yimei Lu, Liang Li, Mei Huang, Mohan Ma, Guanyi Lv, Xiaotian Zhao, Yaqi Qing, Jin Liu, Yan Zhang

“…Network analysis was used to explore the symptom network structures of depression and anxiety during school and vacation. …”
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Imputation models and error analysis for phase contrast MR cerebral blood flow measurements in heterogeneous pediatric and adult populations by Eamon K. Doyle, Eamon K. Doyle, Isabel Torres, Isabel Torres, Joseph Liu, Abhishek Karnwal, Sudarshan Ranganathan, Sudarshan Ranganathan, Bradley J. De Souza, Payal Shah, Bradley S. Peterson, John C. Wood, John C. Wood, Matthew Thomas Borzage, Matthew Thomas Borzage, Matthew Thomas Borzage, Matthew Thomas Borzage

“…Unfortunately, sometimes PC MR can be compromised due to errors by the technologist during image acquisition, patient movement, or complex vessel structures. Our goal was to develop mathematical models to estimate CBF for a wide age range of patients whenever 1 or more vessels are not correctly measured. …”
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Bringing a Systems Approach to Living Donor Kidney Transplantation by Anna Horton, Katya Loban, Peter Nugus, Marie-Chantal Fortin, Lakshman Gunaratnam, Greg Knoll, Istvan Mucsi, Prosanto Chaudhury, David Landsberg, Michel R. Pâquet, Marcelo Cantarovich, Shaifali Sandal

“…Findings may be used to guide structured organizational change toward increasing LDKT and mitigating the global burden of kidney failure.…”
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Balancing accuracy and user satisfaction: the role of prompt engineering in AI-driven healthcare solutions by Mini Han Wang, Mini Han Wang, Mini Han Wang, Mini Han Wang, Mini Han Wang, Xudong Jiang, Xudong Jiang, Xudong Jiang, Xudong Jiang, Peijin Zeng, Peijin Zeng, Peijin Zeng, Xinyue Li, Kelvin Kam-Lung Chong, Guanghui Hou, Xiaoxiao Fang, Yang Yu, Xiangrong Yu, Junbin Fang, Yi Pan

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Multicenter study correlating molecular characteristics and clinical outcomes of cancer cases with patient-derived organoids by Paloma Navarro, Tatiana P. Grazioso, Arantzazu Barquín, Maria Barba, Mónica Yagüe, Carlos Millán, Irene López, Elena Sevillano, Miguel Quiralte, Paloma Fernández, Diego Losada, Eduardo Caleiras, Julia Calzas, Beatriz Jiménez, Sergio Ruiz-Llorente, Juan Justo, Félix Guerrero, Vital Hevia, Raquel Martín, Francisco José Pérez-Rodriguez, Julia Tejerina, Mario Prieto, Paula Comune, Juan Francisco Rodriguez-Moreno, Jesús García-Donás

“…Abstract Background 3D-spatial interaction between cancer cells influences tumor behavior, making it essential to replicate tumor structures for predicting patient outcomes. Methods We collected data from three multicenter prospective studies to evaluate the ability to establish Patient-Derived Organoids (PDOs) from different biological samples and timepoints, correlating their characteristics and drug sensitivity with clinical outcomes. …”
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Exploring the Challenges Faced by Small Insurance Brokers in Achieving Sustainable Growth: A Case Study in Botswana's Insurance Industry by Maalila Malambo

“…Design/methodology/approach: An online questionnaire was distributed to 50 small insurance brokers in Botswana, with a response rate of 70%. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 key stakeholders, including regulators and customers, to gain deeper insights. …”
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Predictors and health impacts of Ramadan intermittent fasting among patients with sickle cell disease by Mortadah Hadi Alsalman, Zaenb Alsalman, Maryam Mohammed Alshams, Jinan Mohammed Aljasem, Zahra Saleh Alsindi, Amani Abdullah Almutairi, Khadija Abdulrahman Alsunaikh, Hadeel Hesham Buali, Kefah Baqir Algadeeb, Nawal Eltayeb Omer Mohammed, Abdulaziz Abdullah Bushehab, Marwa Mahmoud Shafey

“…This study seeks to identify predictors of fasting capability and investigate the effects of fasting among this patient population.Participants and methodsThis cross-sectional study enrolled adult Muslim patients with SCD from Saudi Arabia. Data were collected through direct interviews using a structured questionnaire with four sections.ResultsA total of 320 patients with SCD were evaluated, with a mean age of 32.6 years (SD ± 11.01) and the majority were females (63.1%). …”
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The XEC Variant: Genomic Evolution, Immune Evasion, and Public Health Implications by Alaa A. A. Aljabali, Kenneth Lundstrom, Altijana Hromić-Jahjefendić, Nawal Abd El-Baky, Debaleena Nawn, Sk. Sarif Hassan, Alberto Rubio-Casillas, Elrashdy M. Redwan, Vladimir N. Uversky

“…To achieve this, we conducted a structured search of the literature of peer-reviewed articles, preprints, and official surveillance data from 2023 to early 2025, prioritizing virological, clinical, and immunological reports related to XEC and its parent lineages. …”
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Patient and clinician experiences with the implementation of telemedicine and related adaptations in office-based buprenorphine treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitativ... by Melissa Davoust, Angela R. Bazzi, Samantha Blakemore, Juliana Blodgett, Anna Cheng, Sarah Fielman, Kara M. Magane, Jacqueline Theisen, Richard Saitz, Alicia S. Ventura, Zoe M. Weinstein

“…From this clinic, we conducted semi-structured interviews with 25 patients and 16 clinicians (including prescribers and non-prescribers). …”
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A qualitative exploration of active ingredients and mechanisms of action of an online singing programme with mothers experiencing postnatal depression during the COVID-19 pandemic:... by Alexandra Burton, Rebecca H. Bind, Rachel Davis, Lorna Greenwood, Ching Yin Lee, Carolina Estevao, Katie Hazelgrove, Celeste Miller, Kristi Priestley, Lavinia Rebecchini, Tim Osborn, Hannah Dye, Paola Dazzan, Anthony Woods, Nikki Crane, Carmine M. Pariante, Daisy Fancourt

“…Data were analysed inductively using reflexive thematic analysis. …”
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ACTH-like Peptides Compensate Rat Brain Gene Expression Profile Disrupted by Ischemia a Day After Experimental Stroke by Ivan B. Filippenkov, Yana Yu. Shpetko, Vasily V. Stavchansky, Alina E. Denisova, Leonid V. Gubsky, Lyudmila A. Andreeva, Nikolay F. Myasoedov, Svetlana A. Limborska, Lyudmila V. Dergunova

“…Thus, our results may be useful for selecting more effective structures for future anti-stroke drugs and appropriate post-stroke time points for their testing.…”
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Environmental risk factors associated with community diarrheal disease in Ethiopia by Devin LaPolt, Sage Smith, Lina Gazu, Silvia Alonso, Amete Mihret Teshale, Binyam Moges Azmeraye, Galana Mamo Ayana, Dessie Abebaw Angaw, Desalegne Degefaw, Ariel V. Garsow, Aaron Beczkiewicz, Getnet Yimer, Michala J. Krakowski, Robert Scharff, Eyasu T. Seyoum, Barbara Kowalcyk

“…REDCAP mobile app was used to collect data during face-to-face interviews using a structured, pretested questionnaire. …”
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Prevalence of vaping, vaping-associated short-term symptoms of respiratory and cardiovascular morbidities, and factors associated with the initiation of vaping among young adults i... by Aisha Altanaib, Arwa Alkhannah, Dhuha Alfouderi, Mariam Almutairi, Rawan Abdullah, Maryam Almuhaileej, Fajer Alqadeeri, Reema Alajmi, Loulwah Alenizi, Ahmad Alsultan, Saeed Akhtar

“…Methods In October 2024, a cross-sectional study enrolled students, aged ≥18 years, from various colleges of Kuwait University. Data were collected using a structured e-questionnaire administered through in-person invitations and online platforms. …”
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The COMBAT Project: study protocol for the development of a core outcome set for morbidity following surgery in paediatric brain tumour patients by Sandhya Trichinopoly Krishna, Nicola Harman, Conor Mallucci, Barry Pizer, Michael D. Jenkinson, Kristian Aquilina, Kim Bull, Jon Foss-Skiftesvik, Helen Hartley, James Hayden, Colin Kennedy, Ulrich W. Thomale, Sophie Wilne, Jeffrey H. Wisoff, Faris Bouaouiche, Liz Hull, John Robinson, Hannah L. Vickers, Carrol Gamble

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Stakeholder perspectives on the effects of environmental and socio-economic factors on children's health and learning: a qualitative study in Greater Manchester, England by Sarah Daniels, Hua Wei, Anne Clayson, Martie van Tongeren, Thomas Bannan, Melanie Carder, Luke Munford, Nicola Gartland

“…This study aimed to explore stakeholders' views on the impact of environmental and socio-economic factors on children's health and learning, and the effectiveness of local air quality initiatives.MethodsBetween April and June 2024, we conducted 15 semi-structured interviews with primary school teachers, local government and transport representatives from Greater Manchester (GM), a city region with high levels of deprivation in the Northwest of England. …”
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