FKBP prolyl isomerase 4: a potential target for heart failure and cardioprotective effects via leonurine-pretreated mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes by Zhaoyi Li, De-Chong Zheng, Ruixiang Wang, Qian Ding, Yi Zhun Zhu

“…The cardioprotective effects of MSCLeo-EXOs were investigated both in vitro and in vivo via a hypoxia-induced cardiomyocyte injury model, a TGF-β-induced cardiomyocyte fibrosis model, and a mouse model of heart failure. …”
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Natural lung-tropic TH9 cells: a sharp weapon for established lung metastases by Tao Chen, Hao Zhou, Shuming Li, Nong Lin, Yixuan Feng, Zhijian Cai, Chenxiao Qiao, Eloy Yinwang, Shengdong Wang, Xuehuan Wen, Xiangang Jin, Yucheng Xue, Wenkan Zhang, Xianchang Zeng, Zenan Wang, Hangxiang Sun, Lifeng Jiang, Hengyuan Li, Binghao Li, Zhaoming Ye

“…Moreover, comprehensive exploration into the nuanced biological attributes of TH9 cells is imperative to further unravel their therapeutic potential.Methods We adoptively transferred TH1, TH9, and TH17 cells into subcutaneous, in situ, and established lung metastases models of osteosarcoma and triple-negative breast cancer, respectively, comparing their therapeutic efficacy within each distinct model. …”
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Nitrogen and carbon isotopic relationships in the diet and eye lenses of chub mackerel revealed in a laboratory rearing experiment by Chisato Yoshikawa, Nanako O. Ogawa, Naoto F. Ishikawa, Michio Yoneda, Ryuji Yukami, Shin-ichi Ito, Naohiko Ohkouchi

“…Abstract The N and C isotopic compositions (δ15N and δ13C) of phytoplankton vary due to biogeochemical processes. …”
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Evaluation of Different Restoration Combinations Used in the Reattachment of Fractured Teeth: A Finite Element Analysis by Nagihan Guven, Ozgur Topuz, İhsan Yikilgan

“…The purpose of this study was to test different restoration combinations used for constructing fractured endodontically treated incisors by reattaching their fractured fragments. Methods. Seven types of 3-D FEM mathematical root canal-filled models were generated, simulating cases of (OB) reattaching fractured fragments; (CrPL) reattaching fractured fragments + ceramic palatinal laminate; (CmPL) reattaching fractured fragments + composite palatinal laminate; (CM) reattaching fractured fragments + coronal 1/3 of the root was filled using core material; (BP) reattaching fractured fragments + glass fiber post; (CP) composite resin restoration + glass fiber post; and (OC) composite resin restoration. …”
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Novel Ag/Kaolin Nanocomposite as Adsorbent for Removal of Acid Cyanine 5R from Aqueous Solution by Saeedeh Hashemian, Mohammad Reza Shahedi

“…Nanocomposite was characterized by FTIR, XRD, TEM, and BET methods. Results showed the Ag/kaolin composite has particle size 50 nm. …”
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Artificial intelligence techniques by Ahmad Gholizadeh, Ali Shabani

“…The AI model exhibited strong predictive capabilities, providing a data-driven approach to optimize photocatalytic performance more efficiently than conventional experimental methods. …”
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Anaerobic digestion of Gliricidia sepium inoculated with pig dung using a portable bio-digester for process optimization by Praise Ejigboye, Olugbenga Elemile, Abu Gana, Oladipupo Oladejo, Opeyemi Olajide, Boluwatife Badejoko, Rapuruchukwu Mezue, Maureen Gesiye

“…The model's significance is confirmed by a p-value of 0.0001. …”
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Assessing the use of remotely sensed surface water flux to estimate net groundwater storage change in an aquifer predominantly used for irrigation by Cindy Viviers, Michael van der Laan

“…A Random Forest classifier, trained on seasonal Sentinel-2 composites to capture crop phenological changes, was used to identify cultivated areas in monthly composites. …”
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Periodic cooking of eggs by Emilia Di Lorenzo, Francesca Romano, Lidia Ciriaco, Nunzia Iaccarino, Luana Izzo, Antonio Randazzo, Pellegrino Musto, Ernesto Di Maio

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Gut microbiome alterations and hepatic encephalopathy post-TIPS in liver cirrhosis patients by Shengpeng Li, Zhengguo Xu, Hua Diao, An Zhou, Dianji Tu, Sumin Wang, Yunxuan Feng, Xiaojie Feng, Yi Lai, Shiming Yang, Bo Tang

“…Accurate preoperative prediction of the risk of developing hepatic encephalopathy is critical for optimizing the rational clinical application of TIPS. Methods In this study, stool samples from 67 patients were collected preoperatively and 1 month postoperatively and metagenomic sequencing was performed to assess the composition of the gut microbiota. …”
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Determination of Formation Time of Calcareous Cements in Marine Sandstone and Their Influence on Hydrocarbon Accumulation: A Case Study of the Carboniferous Donghe Sandstone in the... by Jingwei Cui, Yongfu Liu

“…By determining the proportions of cements of two phases by a statistical method and their clumped isotope values by an end-member method, the multiphase calcareous cementation was shown to be the major contributor to densification. …”
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The current status of nano-hydrogel preparations for osteochondral repair: Systematic Review by Abebe Feyissa Amhare, Abebe Feyissa Amhare, Lichun Qiao, Huan Deng, Jinyan Lin, Jun Wang, Wei Wang, Jing Han

“…This systematic review aims to evaluate current advancements in nano-hydrogel formulations for osteochondral repair, focusing on their composition, preparation methods, mechanical properties, biocompatibility, and regenerative outcomes.MethodsFollowing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, a comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus. …”
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Toward human uterus tissue engineering: Uterine decellularization in a non‐human primate species by Lucía De Miguel‐Gómez, Edina Sehic, Emy Thorén, Johan Ahlström, Hardis Rabe, Mihai Oltean, Mats Brännström, Mats Hellström

“…Decellularized uterine tissue scaffolds proved promising in further in vivo experiments in rodent and domestic species animal models. Variations in the extracellular matrix composition among different species and adaptations of the decellularization protocols make it difficult to compare the results between studies. …”
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Comprehensive evaluation of six interventions for hospitalized patients with COVID-19: A propensity score matching study by Ali A. Alshamrani, Ahmed M. Assiri, Omar A. Almohammed

“…Lastly, an independent t-test and chi-square test were used to compare the matching groups in the aspects of the duration of hospitalization, length of stay (LOS) in intensive care units (ICU), in-hospital mortality, and composite poor outcome. Multilevel logistic regression model was used to assess the association between the severity stage of COVID-19 and the outcomes while using the medication or intervention used as a grouping variable in the model. …”
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The effect of gamification on brand co-creation in app-based businesses: investigating the mediating role of consumer engagement and the moderating role of hedonic and innovativene... by Rayhane Rezagholizade, Zahra Sadeqi-Arani, Esmail Mazroui

“…Smart-PLS software was used to fit the model. Research Findings In order to test the hypotheses or conceptual model of the research, smart-PLS 3 software was used. …”
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Is the flipped classroom more effective than the traditional classroom in clinical medical education: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xu-Ying Shi, Qing Yin, Qiu-Wen Wang, Bing-Rui Lu, Guo-Xiang Li, Shu-Hong Huang, Zhi-Gang Sun

“…However, no statistically significant difference was observed in student satisfaction (SMD = −0.195, 95% CI: −1.081 to 0.691, p = 0.667).ConclusionThe flipped classroom teaching method is more effective in enhancing the theoretical scores, composite scores, and skill scores of clinical medicine students compared to the traditional classroom teaching method. …”
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Scene classification-assisted deep learning for crack detection in asphalt pavements by Hiromu Tanaka, Kazuma Shibano, Tetsuya Suzuki

“…The highest F-measure of 0.784 is obtained when both training and test data are unified through image processing. The composite model combining scene classification and crack detection effectively reduces false detections in noisy areas and enables accurate detection across different lighting conditions. …”
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Associations of Adipokine Levels With Levels of Remnant Cholesterol: The Multi‐Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis by Renato Quispe, Ty Sweeney, Seth S. Martin, Steven R. Jones, Matthew A. Allison, Matthew J. Budoff, Chiadi E. Ndumele, Mohamed B. Elshazly, Erin D. Michos

“…Understanding the association between adipokines, endogenous hormones produced by adipose tissue, and remnant cholesterol (RC) would give insight into the link between obesity and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Methods and Results We studied 1791 MESA (Multi‐Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis) participants who took part in an ancillary study on body composition with adipokine levels measured (leptin, adiponectin, and resistin) at either visit 2 or visit 3. …”
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<i>Corema album</i> Berry Juice as a Protective Agent Against Neurodegeneration by Antonio Canoyra, Carmen Martín-Cordero, Dolores Muñoz-Mingarro, Antonio J. León-González, Richard B. Parsons, Nuria Acero

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: <i>Corema album</i> berries are edible fruits from the Iberian Atlantic coast, characterized by a rich polyphenolic composition, which endows their juice with potential protective effects against neurodegeneration. …”
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Childbearing and Family Instability: The Impact of Children on Women's Divorce Probability in Iran by Davoud Shahpari Sani, Mohammad Jalal Abbasi Shavazi

“…Conversely, alternative models, such as the role conflict model (Kaplan et al, 2020: 126-127; Twenge, 2003: 576), freedom restriction model (Garvin, 1997: 128), and financial cost model (Twenge, 2003: 576-578), posit that childbearing may contribute to marital dissolution by imposing additional burdens on couples. …”
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