Nicotinamide mononucleotide biosynthesis and the F-actin cytoskeleton regulate spindle assembly and oocyte maturation quality in post-ovulatory aged porcine oocytes by Hyo-Jin Park, Seul-Gi Yang, Ji-Hyun Shin, Seung-Bin Yoon, Ji-Su Kim, Deog-Bon Koo

“…To assess NAD+ function in restoring oocyte maturation, nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) was added and the maturation efficiency was evaluated. Expression of spindle assembly factors, F-actin cytoskeleton factors, aging markers, and NAD+-related genes was analyzed via quantitative polymerase chain reaction, immunofluorescence, and western blotting. …”
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Enhanced Intranasal Delivery of Atorvastatin via Superparamagnetic Iron-Oxide-Loaded Nanocarriers: Cytotoxicity and Inflammation Evaluation and In Vivo, In Silico, and Network Phar... by Kristina Zarif Attalla, Doaa H. Hassan, Mahmoud H. Teaima, Carol Yousry, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi, Mohamed A. Said, Sammar Fathy Elhabal

“…Entrapment efficiency (EE%), particle size (PS), zeta potential (ZP), and drug release after 6 h (Q6h) were evaluated for NLCs. …”
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Investigating the relationship between Pfkelch13 mutations and response to artemisinin-based treatment for uncomplicated falciparum malaria: a protocol for a systematic review and... by Prabin Dahal, Philippe Guerin, Farhad Shokraneh, James A Watson, Karen I Barnes, Aboubakar Soma, Stephanie van Wyk, Chistevy Vouvoungui, Dhol S Ayuen

“…ART-R has been causally linked to specific mutations in the Pfkelch13 gene.Methods and analysis The systematic review and associated meta-analysis aim to determine the correlation between Pfkelch13 (alleles present in the Kelch13 gene region of the P. falciparum parasite) genotypes and clinical and parasitological response to ACTs from a globally representative data set pooling individual patient data (IPD) from eligible published and unpublished studies. …”
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Radiation dosimetry performance appraisal of the optimal concentration of nitro blue tetrazolium dye in PVA composite film at low X-ray doses by Reham Albejadi, Saleh Alashrah, Yassine El-Ghoul, Zabih Ullah, Saleh A. Almatroodi

“…To meet this requirement, a composite film has been developed using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) polymer and nitro blue tetrazolium (NBT) dye to measure low radiation doses effectively. Methods: Various concentrations of NBT dye (ranging from 0.75 to 15 g/L) were tested to determine the optimal concentration for maximum efficiency. …”
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Development and Characterization of Silibinin-Loaded Nanoemulsions: A Promising Mucoadhesive Platform for Enhanced Mucosal Drug Delivery by Ana Paula Santos Tartari, Joslaine Jacumazo, Ariane Krause Padilha Lorenzett, Rilton Alves de Freitas, Rubiana Mara Mainardes

“…<b>Objectives:</b> This study focuses on the development and characterization of SLB-loaded nanoemulsions designed for mucosal delivery. <b>Methods:</b> Nanoemulsions were prepared using the spontaneous emulsification method, guided by pseudoternary phase diagrams to determine selected component ratios. …”
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Factors influencing value-based care application among medical students and postgraduate in Thailand by Phoomjai Sornsenee, Kittisakdi Choomalee, Kamonlak Sanphet, Kanyarat Keereerak, Techin Wongwatthanawisit, Tanyamon Wongtabpabud, Panpim Tipphayawong, Panupong Khunjun, Suppanita Tularak, Kanisorn Sungkaro, Theepat Wongkittithaworn

“…Abstract Background The adoption of Value-Based Care (VBC) is essential for enhancing healthcare quality and efficiency, with implications for future healthcare delivery. …”
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RITUXIMAB THERAPY MONITORING IN PATIENTS WITH RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS HROUGH PERIPHERAL BLOOD GENE EXPRESSION ANALYSIS by E. V. Chetina, A. V. Pivanova, K. Kh. Kuzikyants, A. Yu. Devyataikina, G. V. Lukina, E. Yu. Samarkina, A. P. Aleksankin, E. N. Aleksandrova

“…Objective: to determine the predictors of the efficiency of rituximab (RTM) therapy through analysis of blood gene expressions in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). …”
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Adalimumab in Focus: Evaluating Effectiveness and Safety in Non-Infectious Uveitis at a Tertiary Referral Center in Türkiye by Berru Yargı Özkoçak, Çiğdem Altan, Burcu Kemer Atik, Berna Başarır

“…BCVA was monitored at baseline and subsequent months to determine the onset of functional efficiency of ADA treatment. …”
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Intelligent algorithm-based model for predicting mass transfer performance in CO2 absorption within a rotating packed bed by Wei Zhang, Hao Chen, Ke Huang, Xing Shu, Cheng Fu, Bin Huang

“…The findings of this study suggest that the integration of intelligent optimization algorithms with LSSVM offers a promising alternative to conventional methods for predicting the mass transfer coefficient in RPB systems, thereby enhancing the efficiency and reliability of CO2 absorption processes.…”
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Unplanned re-attendance to emergency department of patients with systemic inflammatory response syndrome: a situational analysis by Siwapon Srikeaw, Ketsarin Utriyaprasit, Wanlaya Thampanichawat, Siriorn Sindhu, Chukiat Viwatwongkasem, Thitipong Tankumpuan

“…Methods This study employed a cross-sectional and prospective cohort study design. …”
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Transmission and Generation Expansion Planning Considering Virtual Power Lines/Plants, Distributed Energy Injection and Demand Response Flexibility from TSO-DSO Interface by Flávio Arthur Leal Ferreira, Clodomiro Unsihuay-Vila, Rafael A. Núñez-Rodríguez

“…The results obtained demonstrate a reduction in total costs, an improvement in the efficient use of the transmission system and an improvement in the locational marginal price indicator of the transmission system.…”
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Cracking mechanism and acoustic emission characteristics of granite under varying thermal effects by Yuan Cui, Chao Xu, Lei Xue, Fengchang Bu, Jun Zhu

“…In addition, the high energy rate AE event can be regarded as the fracture precursor, but it is significantly affected by the thermal effect. This study aims to determine the optimal temperature, cooling method, and number of thermal cycles needed for geothermal resource extraction.…”
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A Comparative Investigation of Transfer Learning Frameworks Using OCT Pictures for Retinal Disorder Identification by Ghadah Naif Alwakid, Mamoona Humayun, Walaa Gouda

“…Determining indicators or retinal wounds is essential for accurate diagnosis and retinal disorders grading. …”
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The Decreased of Germs Number Before and After Gargling with Povidone - Iodine by Diah Lestari, Liandry Dea Dwi Ananda, Heru Setiawan, Tri Prasetyorini

“…The higher the concentration of antiseptic, the smaller the time needed to kill microbes, but the maximum limit of concentration and contact time needs to be considered to minimize the toxicity effects to remain safe, effective, and efficient. This study aims to determine the comparison of germ numbers before and after gargling with povidone-iodine mouthwash based on variations in the concentration of 0.2%, 0.4%, 0.6%, 0.8%, and 1% with variations in contact time of 15 and 30 seconds. …”
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Correlate of business incubators and small medium and micro-enterprises development (SMMEs) in Nigeria by Mufutau Akanmu Popoola, Azeez Olasunkanmi Ojo, Mutairu Oyewale Akintunde

“…The research instrument was questionnaire. The ex-post facto method and Yamane formula was employed. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and correlation efficient was adopted. …”
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Phytochemical screening and properties of botanical crude extracts and ethyl acetate fractions isolated by deep eutectic solvent by Saied Aboushanab, Vadim Shevyrin, Mustapha Kamel, Jonas Kambele, Elena Kovaleva

“…This investigation eventually showed that our green UAE methodology is a safe and efficient method for recovering isoflavones. The total isoflavone contents were recorded as follows: KFKRRCSM. …”
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Remote sensing image semantic segmentation network based on multi-scale feature enhancement fusion by Feiting Wang, Yuan Zhang, Qiongqiong Hu, Yu Zhu

“…Semantic segmentation is a crucial method for recognizing and classifying objects in high-resolution remote sensing images (HRRSIs). …”
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Elimination of Aspergillus flavus from Pistachio Nuts with Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) Cold Plasma and Its Impacts on Biochemical Indices by Mina Makari, Mohammad Hojjati, Samira Shahbazi, Hamed Askari

“…The present findings demonstrated that cold plasma could be used as an efficient decontamination method of food products without inducing undesirable quality changes in nuts.…”
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Inovasi Pelayanan Publik untuk Meningkatkan Pelayanan Kependudukan di Kota Surabaya by Cahyo Bima Sakti Wibowo

“…Determination of informants with purposive and accidental techniques. …”
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A Rectangular Toroidal Current-Based Approach for Lung Biopsy Needle Tracking by Hongliang Pei, Qingwen Fan, Yixiang Duan, Lang Xiao

“…The objective is to establish a precise and computationally efficient electromagnetic localization model for the biopsy needle. …”
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