Cultural Humility: A Collaborative Approach to Recruiting Patients with Deliberate Self-Harm into a Multi-Hospital Randomized Controlled Trial by Suzanne H. Brownhill, Garry J. Stevens, Trent E. Hammond, Richard Baldacchino, Rose Maposa, Bonyface Makoni, Aviva Sheb'a, Jagadeesh Andepalli, Anita Kotak, Olav D'Souza, Azadeh Atashnama, Anish Thayil, Alison Jones

“…This process, transferable to other trials engaging multiple ‘cultures’, aimed to promote the early identification of wider-team strengths as well as active management of emergent issues that would otherwise impede patient recruitment, and to maximise funding and human resources. …”
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A Novel Cost-Effective Unmanned Ground Vehicle Platform for Robotics Education by Clyde Sanmig Domin D. Corpuz, Gilroy A. Cuaycong, Raffaello Giuliano D. Diño, Raphael C. Estacio, Gregg Angelo C. Señar, Alvin Y. Chua

“…The seamlessness of electronic connection and modules was also rated, with participants rating the battery capacity and Pixhawk unit with 4.17 to 4.21 out of 5 on the scale. …”
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Dye-based fluorescent organic nanoparticles made from polar and polarizable chromophores for bioimaging purposes: a bottom-up approach by Daniel, Jonathan, Dal Pra, Ophélie, Kurek, Eleonore, Grazon, Chloé, Blanchard-Desce, Mireille

“…Intriguingly, the implemented strategy also enables modulating and improving the dFONs colloidal and structural stability as well as their photostability. …”
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Cell Therapy in Neonates by Reza Saeidi

“…However, the success of these therapies depends on overcoming several challenges, including immune rejection, high costs, Ethical Issues and approval processes.…”
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Sonodynamic and Acoustically Responsive Nanodrug Delivery System: Cancer Application by Jeong YG, Park JH, Khang D

“…Audible sound waves can modulate enzyme activities and affect cell behavior, providing novel avenues for the use of sound-based techniques in medical applications. …”
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The effect of aqueous extract of Iranian oak (Quercus brantii) on lipid profile and liver enzymes in beta-thalassemia patients: a randomized controlled trial, double-blind, placebo... by Mahdi Babamir Satehi, Mahdi Karimi, Mahdi Karimi, Mahdi Karimi, Ataollah Eskandari, Hamid Mahmoodi

“…No significant differences were found in LDL, ALT, or AST levels between the two groups.ConclusionThe aqueous extract of Iranian oak demonstrated potential lipid-modulating effects by preventing triglyceride increases and reducing cholesterol levels in beta-thalassemia major patients. …”
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DIA-TSK: A Dynamic Incremental Adaptive Takagi–Sugeno–Kang Fuzzy Classifier by Hao Chen, Chenhui Sha, Mingqing Jiao, Changbin Shao, Shang Gao, Hualong Yu, Bin Qin

“…DIA-TSK incorporates two distinct learning paradigms: online learning (O-DIA-TSK) and batch incremental learning (B-DIA-TSK). These modules can work separately or collaborate synergistically to achieve rapid, precise and resource-efficient incremental learning. …”
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Assessing usability of electronic patient-reported outcome measures in older people with and without a rare dermatologic disorder by Calvin N. Ho, Anna Kündig, Lila Bahadori, Katy Roat, Rachel Bruce, Caroline P. Goswami, Kimberly Kelly, Thomas Moll

“…Participants were generally pleased with the training modules offered on both devices, describing the training as sufficient, straightforward, and helpful. …”
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Studying the effect of double-stranded RNA upon activity of mouse splenocytes using flow cytometry by E. S. Tsyplenkova, E. A. Vyazovaya, E. D. Danilenko

“…Ribonucleic acids (RNA), in particular, double-stranded RNAs, due to their ability to modulate innate immune responses, are of undoubted interest in view of their usage as vaccine adjuvants. …”
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Iron metabolism and preeclampsia: new insights from bioinformatics analysis by Xijiao Guo, Sha Li, Guoping Xiong

“…Functional annotations were performed for the intersection of differentially expressed genes (DEGs), two key modules, and iron metabolism-related genes. Lasso-Cox, SVM, and XGboost machine learning methods were utilized to identify hub genes related to iron metabolism in PE, followed by GSEA analysis. …”
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THE PLACE OF PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION SYSTEM IN FORMATION OF GRADUATES’ COMPETITIVENESS by G. F. Shafranov-Kutsev, G. Z. Efimova

“…In addition, the selective secondary (comparative) analysis of social science research, conducted by Russian and foreign scientists, was applied.Results and scientific novelty. The issues of formation of competitive orientation and competitiveness, competitive competencies of the personality are considered according to social standpoints. …”
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Motion Control Study of Two-legged Wheeled Robot by Checao YU, Xinzhi MA, Xuejun ZHU, Xudong YANG, Huige LAI, Aidi YANG

“…These models retain all the dynamics characteristics of the robot and connect them to the inter-module motion/force transfer relationship to complete the whole-body dynamics with the wheel-leg-torso interaction force as the end output force model. …”
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Managing an ageing cystic fibrosis population: challenges and priorities by Freddy J. Frost, Daniel G. Peckham, Imogen C. Felton, Joanna E. Snowball, Robert D. Gray, Andrew M. Jones, Nicholas J. Simmonds, Robert W. Lord, Gregory Y.H. Lip, Hannah Chandler, Kevin Murphy, Damian G. Downey, David N. Sheppard, Jane C. Davies, Jane Bull, Paula Sommer, Belinda Cupid, Lucy Allen, Jamie Duckers

“…The increasing life expectancy of people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF), largely driven by advancements in early diagnosis, multidisciplinary care and the recent introduction of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulator therapies, is likely to herald a shift in the focus of care toward managing the complexities of ageing. …”
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Trifunctional Sialylation‐Based SF‐ZIF@NA Hydrogel for Selective Osteoclast Inhibition and Enhanced Bone‐Vessel Regeneration in Osteoporotic Bone Defects by Zhengrong Chen, Wenxin Yang, Yong Tang, Qianqian Dong, Kui Huang, Jiulin Tan, Jie Zhang, Juan Cai, Qixiu Yu, Qijie Dai, Jianzhong Xu, Shuquan Guo, Ce Dou, Fei Luo

“…These findings demonstrate that SF‐ZIF@NA offers a targeted and multifunctional strategy for osteoporotic bone regeneration by concurrently modulating osteoclast activity and promoting angiogenesis.…”
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Acrolein-Triggered Ferroptosis and Protection by Intermittent Fasting via the AMPK/NRF2-CLOCK/BMAL1 Pathway by Yuandie Zhang, Hong Chen, Qianfeng Chen, Margaret Zaitoun, Ying Cheng, Jierong Ge, Qing Feng

“…In conclusion, our findings suggest that IF modulates the CLOCK/BMAL1-AMPK/NRF2 pathway to alleviate acrolein-induced ferroptosis, offering a potential strategy to address health issues related to environmental pollution.…”
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A cryo-shocked M2 macrophages based treatment strategy promoting repair of spinal cord injury via immunomodulation and axonal regeneration effects by Ermei Lu, Kecheng Zhou, Jiansen Miao, Yanlin Zhu, Jiyao Tang, Siting Du, Yanzhen Feng, Linyuan Jiang, Tianyao Jiang, Ting Huang, Ping Li, Xinjun Miao, Qi Han, Jian Xiao

“…Abstract Recovery from spinal cord injury (SCI) is often impeded by neuroinflammation, scar formation, and limited axonal regeneration. To tackle these issues, we developed an innovative biomimetic drug delivery system using liquid nitrogen-treated M2 macrophages (LNT M2) which internalized paclitaxel (PTX) nanoparticles beforehand. …”
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Exploring the male fertility potential of medicinal plants from central and West African countries: A systematic review by Ismahil Adekunle Adeniyi, Olufunke Onaadepo, Daniel Owu, Ishak Abdi Jama, Augustine Oviosun, Ekom Monday Etukudo, Elna Owembabazi, Emeka Anyanwu, Patrick Maduabuch Aja, Josiah Ifie, Eric Aigbogun, Wusa Makena, Oluwatosin Olasheu Omoola, Comfort Ojochenemi Usman, Ibe Michael Usman

“…Background: Male fertility related issue among couples in developing countries has continued to prevail despites the availability of variety of synthetic drug; hence, the need to develop more effective treatment with less side effects. …”
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Edaphic factors mediate the response of nitrogen cycling and related enzymatic activities and functional genes to heavy metals: A review by Tracy Opande, Mengru Kong, Di Feng, YuHong Wen, Nathan Okoth, Ali Mohd Yatoo, Fatma Mohamed Ameen Khalil, Ahmed S. Elrys, Lei Meng, Jinbo Zhang

“…Soil nitrogen (N) transformations control N availability and plant production and pose environmental concerns when N is lost, raising issues such as soil acidification, water contamination, and climate change. …”
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The Impact of Lifestyle on the Course of Hashimoto’s Disease: The Role of Diet, Physical Activity, and Stress - A Literature Review by Alicja Podolska, Agnieszka Woźniacka, Barbara Boba, Barbara Chojnacka, Julia Wątor, Jerzy Krzeszowiak, Aleksandra Ożga, Patrycja Kolano, Sylwia Bryksy, Tomasz Pulanecki

“…While levothyroxine restores hormone levels, many patients still report fatigue, mood issues, and cognitive problems. This review examines how lifestyle factors—diet, exercise, and stress—affect the course of HT and patient outcomes. …”
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Barriers and solutions regarding to infection prevention and control practices in the intensive care units: A qualitative study by ZEYNEP ILGIN DEMİR, BÜŞRA YALÇIN, OĞUZ TAHA AYAZ, KAAN İYİKÖŞKER, ALEYNA KESKİN, AZRA GÖREL, YUNUS AKSOY, NİLAYDA SAĞALTICI, KORAY HACIOĞLU, İLKER KAYI, ÖNDER ERGÖNÜL, SİBEL SAKARYA, ŞİRAN KESKE, BAHAR MADRAN

“…CONCLUSIONS: According to HCWs, increased workload, structural issues, and inefficient training modules were identified as the main IPC barriers. …”
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