Associations between serum adipocytokines and glycemic tolerance biomarkers in a rural Chinese population. by Xiaoxia Li, Yi Zhao, Yanan Jin, Tianjing Zhang, Xiaoyu Chang, Sha Liao, Hongxia Xu, Xiuying Liu, Jianjun Yang, Jianjun Zhang, Yuhong Zhang

“…A cross-sectional study of 783 rural residents, aged 25-74 years, recruited in Ningxia, China was conducted during 2008-2012. β-cell function and insulin resistance were estimated using the Homeostasis Model Assessment. …”
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Control over biopower in cognitive and surveillance capitalism by Stanković-Pejnović Vesna

“…Power can achieve an effective command over the entire life of the population only when it becomes an integral, vital function that every individual embraces and reactivates of his or her own accord. …”
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Identification and validation of biomarkers, construction of diagnostic models, and investigation of immunological infiltration characteristics for idiopathic frozen shoulder by Han-tao Jiang, Li-ping Shen, Meng-Qi Pang, Min-jiao Wu, Jiang Li, Wei-jie Gong, Gang Jin, Rang-teng Zhu

“…Early diagnosis and treatment can help alleviate symptoms and restore shoulder function. Therefore, we aimed to explore the diagnostic biomarkers and potential mechanisms of FS from a transcriptomics perspective.MethodsTotal RNA was extracted from tissue samples of 15 FS and 11 controls. …”
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The impact of physical exercise interventions on social, behavioral, and motor skills in children with autism: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by YanAn Wang, Guoping Qian, Sujie Mao, Shikun Zhang

“…BackgroundAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by social impairments, sensory processing issues, repetitive behavior patterns, motor abnormalities, and executive function impairments.ObjectiveTo systematically review and meta-analyze the effects of various exercise modalities on flexibility and cognitive control, social skills, behavioral problems, motor skills, and coordination in children with ASD, providing scientific evidence for clinical practice to guide effective exercise interventions for children with ASD.MethodsLiterature searches were conducted in PubMed, EMbase, Cochrane Library, EBSCOhost, and Web of Science databases, covering the period from database inception to February 15, 2024. …”
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Multidimensional bioinformatics analysis of chondrosarcoma subtypes and TGF-β signaling networks using big data approaches by Shengke Li, Junteng Chen, Fuping He, Maosheng Wang, Jun Liu, Hui Xie

“…Pseudotime analysis charted differentiation trajectories, while machine learning models evaluated the classification accuracy of gene expression patterns. GSEA was conducted to identify state-specific differential expression profiles. …”
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Fine-mapping and initial characterization of QT interval loci in African Americans. by Christy L Avery, Praveen Sethupathy, Steven Buyske, Qianchuan He, Dan-Yu Lin, Dan E Arking, Cara L Carty, David Duggan, Megan D Fesinmeyer, Lucia A Hindorff, Janina M Jeff, Liviu Klein, Kristen K Patton, Ulrike Peters, Ralph V Shohet, Nona Sotoodehnia, Alicia M Young, Charles Kooperberg, Christopher A Haiman, Karen L Mohlke, Eric A Whitsel, Kari E North

“…Linkage disequilibrium (LD) patterns in African Americans assisted in narrowing the region likely to contain the functional variants for several loci. …”
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Regulatory Role of Vacuolar Calcium Transport Proteins in Growth, Calcium Signaling, and Cellulase Production in <i>Trichoderma reesei</i> by Letícia Harumi Oshiquiri, Lucas Matheus Soares Pereira, David Batista Maués, Elizabete Rosa Milani, Alinne Costa Silva, Luiz Felipe de Morais Costa de Jesus, Julio Alves Silva-Neto, Flávio Protásio Veras, Renato Graciano de Paula, Roberto Nascimento Silva

“…In this study, we conducted a functional characterization of four vacuolar calcium transport proteins in <i>T. reesei</i>. …”
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Multiomic analysis of lactylation and mitochondria-related genes in hepatocellular carcinoma identified MRPL3 as a new prognostic biomarker by Wenya Xing, Yuanzi Zhou, Qiuzi Long, Nan Yi, Gaoyuan Wang, Rongwei Shi, Jinlong Huang, Xindong Yin, Taiyang Zhu, Shibing Cao

“…In vitro experiments were performed to validate the expression patterns and functional role of MRPL3 in HCC.ResultsWe developed a prognostic model, named the LMRG model, incorporating three key genes: ACACA, MRPL3, and MRPS23. …”
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Genome-wide identification and characterization of the Brassinazole-resistant gene family and associated responses to osmotic stress in Avena sativa by Shirui Xu, Shirui Xu, Shirui Xu, Zihao Wei, Zihao Wei, Mingchuan Ma, Mingchuan Ma, Mingchuan Ma, Lijun Zhang, Lijun Zhang, Lijun Zhang, Zhang Liu, Zhang Liu, Zhang Liu, Longlong Liu, Longlong Liu, Longlong Liu, Longlong Liu

“…However, systematic analysis of the BZR genes in oat has not been conducted. Moreover, little is known about their functions in osmotic stress, which is a major abiotic stress affecting oat production.MethodsIn this study, we performed a genome-wide analysis of the BZR gene family in oat. …”
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CircFBLN2 regulates duck myoblast proliferation and differentiation through miR-22-5p and MEF2C interaction by Shuibing Liu, Jintao Wu, Hongxia Jiang, Ya'nan Zhou, Xuwen Huang, Yuxiang Wang, Zhanbin Xie, Zurong Liao, Zhenxvan Ding, Jing Liu, Xiaolong Hu, Huirong Mao, Sanfeng Liu, Biao Chen

“…In this study, we confirmed the circular structure of circFBLN2 and explored its expression patterns and functional implications in myogenesis. …”
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Palmitoylation regulators drive the progression of clear cell renal cell carcinoma through Inhibition of cuproptosis: insights into the role of ZDHHC18 by Wei Xu, Xiao-chao Chen, Yang Wang, Jian-chun Chen, Zhi-jun Cao, Ru Huang, Chao Chen, Dao-rong Hou, Min-jun Jiang, Chen Xu

“…Functional enrichment analyses were conducted using Gene Ontology (GO) analysis, Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analysis, and Gene Set Variation Analysis (GSVA). …”
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Is avoidable diabetes-related hospitalization in older patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus associated with increased health expenditure?: A nationwide retrospective cohort study... by Woo-Ri Lee, Gyeong-Min Lee, Noorhee Son, Kyu-Tae Han, Sungyoun Chun, Yehrhee Son, Ki-Bong Yoo

“…Regression analysis was performed using the generalized estimating equation (GEE) with a gamma distribution and log-link function. Inverse Probability of Treatment Weighting (IPTW) analysis was conducted to enhance the robustness of the results. …”
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Enhancing Attention Network Spatiotemporal Dynamics for Motor Rehabilitation in Parkinson’s Disease by Guangying Pei, Mengxuan Hu, Jian Ouyang, Zhaohui Jin, Kexin Wang, Detao Meng, Yixuan Wang, Keke Chen, Li Wang, Li-Zhi Cao, Shintaro Funahashi, Tianyi Yan, Boyan Fang

“…A multimodal analysis of resting-state electroencephalography (EEG) microstates and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) coactivation patterns was performed to characterize MIRT-induced spatiotemporal network reorganization. …”
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Real-world use of inhaled corticosteroid/formoterol as needed in adults with mild asthma: the PRIME study by Guy Brusselle, Francesco Blasi, Christian Gessner, Piotr Kuna, Peter Wark, Glauco Cappellini, Emilie Oosterom, Marielle Van Der Deijl, Enrica Bucchioni, Eva Topole

“…Results The study was conducted in 883 patients in Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain; 833 (94.3%) completed follow-up. …”
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Association of Recreational Physical Activity with Gut Microbiota Diversity and Composition, and Symptom Burden in Crohn&amp;rsquo;s Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study by Sun S, Chen Y, Zheng M, Zhou M, Weng C, Fan Y, Lv B

“…Latent profile analysis (LPA) was conducted to categorize individuals with CD into classes based on PROs. …”
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Changes in shoulder range of motion following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair: a systematic review by Carla Antonacci, Umile Giuseppe Longo, Emiliano Schena, Mariajose Villa Corta, Greta Di Sabatino, Adriana Elvira Arab Orozco, Alessandro de Sire, Arianna Carnevale

“…Surgical treatments are the recommended approach for patients with acute symptomatic RC tears that aim to restore shoulder movement function. Kinematic outcomes, following arthroscopic RC repair lack consensus, needing clarity on changes in shoulder kinematics. …”
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The Risk of Vestibular Disorders with Semaglutide and Tirzepatide: Findings from a Large Real-World Cohort by Eman A. Toraih, Awwad Alenezy, Mohammad H. Hussein, Shahmeer Hashmat, Saitej Mummadi, Nawaf Farhan Alrawili, Ahmed Abdelmaksoud, Manal S. Fawzy

“…While their metabolic benefits are well-established, their potential effects on vestibular function remain unexplored. This study investigated the association between GLP-1RA use and the risk of vestibular disorders. …”
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Determinants of Success in Revision Cochlear Implant Surgeries: A Comprehensive Evaluation of Patient, Surgical, and Radiological Factors by Sarah Alshehri, Thikra Khalid Hamdi Alasmari

“…The primary outcome was surgical success, defined by improved auditory function, stable device positioning, and absence of postoperative complications. …”
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Exploring Motor Recovery Differences in Paretic Upper and Lower Extremity after Stroke: A Cross-sectional Analytical Study by Rathinasabapathy Sampath Pulimoot, CKV Bhuvaneswari, Annadurai Kabilan

“…Introduction: Stroke globally cause permanent disability, often impairing upper and lower limb function. Poststroke rehabilitation focuses on enhancing functional outcomes, but limb recovery differs and has various contributing factors. …”
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Locating Appropriate Reference Genes in Heteroblastic Plant <i>Ottelia cordata</i> for Quantitative Real-Time PCR Normalization by Panyang Guo, Runan Li, Jiaquan Huang, Liyan Yin

“…It will make it easier to do more gene function and molecular biology research on <i>O. cordata</i> and other closely related species.…”
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