Research Progress on the Quality, Extraction Technology, Food Application, and Physiological Function of Rice Bran Oil by Wengong Huang, Baohai Liu, Dongmei Shi, Aihua Cheng, Guofeng Chen, Feng Liu, Jiannan Dong, Jing Lan, Bin Hong, Shan Zhang, Chuanying Ren

“…Further exploratory research on other unknown functions is required to lay a scientific basis for the application and development of rice bran oil.…”
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Relationship between the acromiohumeral distance and muscle function of deltoid and infraspinatus in patients with rotator cuff tears by Ryuta Oishi, Kyosuke Hoshikawa, Nariyuki Mura, Tomohiro Uno, Michiaki Takagi

“…This study clarified the relationship between infraspinatus muscle function and acromiohumeral distance (AHD) in patients with rotator cuff tears. …”
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The structural diversity of xanthomonadin aryl polyenes and functional analysis of the genes required for their synthesis by Xanthomonas phytopathogens by Wen-Da Hu, Bing Chen, Zhelin Zheng, Xueqiang Cao, Kai Song, Alan Robert Poplawsky, Ya-Wen He

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Trends in pulmonary function in patients with Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome: a retrospective cohort study by Marie Moldt Holmager, Sarah Wordenskjold Stougaard, Ole Graumann, Marianne Præstegaard, Lilian Bomme Ousager, Lars Lund, Annette Schuster, Casper Falster, Jesper Rømhild Davidsen

“…We conclude that routine monitoring of pulmonary function and pulmonary follow-up may not be necessary in patients with BHD.…”
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Fructooligosaccharides for Relieving Functional Constipation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials by Hongmin Zhen, Hanwei Qian, Xiaoyan Liu, Chen Tan

“…Nevertheless, further robust and definitive randomized controlled trials are required to more accurately determine the most effective dosage and duration of use. …”
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Biochemical and Histopathological Investigation of Nasturtium officinale on Thyroid Function: an Experimental Study on Models of Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism by Niloofar Nazari, Seyede Nargess Sadati Lamardi, Omid Sabzevari, Zahra Taghipour, Shokoufeh Hassani, Mahnaz Khanavi, Mehrdad Karimi, Roja Rahimi*

“…Clinical studies are required to achieve more reliable results.…”
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Effect of Ultrasound-assisted pH Shift on Tartary Buckwheat Protein Structure and Functional Properties by YU Xin, CHENG Zhe, LIU Rui-shan, DONG Ji-lin, LI Yun-long, SHEN Rui-ling

“…This study investigates the effects of pH shift combined with ultrasound treatment on the structure and functional properties of tartary buckwheat protein. …”
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Development and characterization of functional beverage based on soursop (Annona muricata L.), inulin, and whey powders by S. Fernández-Huazo, I.I. Ruiz-López, C.E. Ochoa-Velasco, P. Hernández-Carranza

“…This study aimed to develop and evaluate ''functional'' beverages made from a blend of soursop (Annona muricata L.), whey, and/or inulin using a selected Lactobacillus strain. …”
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Effects of plasma-activated water on structural and functional properties of PSE-like chicken protein isolate by Ke Li, Yanfang Zhou, Chenyan Zhu, Manting Du, Bo Chen, Dianbo Zhao, Yanhong Bai

“…The effects of PAW on the structure and function of PPI were evaluated. PAW treatment induced the protein structure to change from random coil to α-helix, which made the protein conformation more stable. …”
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Functional diversity of soil macrofauna may contribute to microbial community stabilization under drought stress by Diana Morales-Fonseca, Diana Morales-Fonseca, Sandra Barantal, Sandra Barantal, François Buscot, Stephan Hättenschwiler, Alexandru Milcu, Alexandru Milcu, Johanne Nahmani, Emmanuel S. Gritti, Kezia Goldmann, Luis Daniel Prada-Salcedo

“…In this study, we investigated how microbial communities respond to contrasting levels of macrofauna functional diversity and to more severe and prolonged drought in a Mediterranean forest ecosystem, all under fully controlled conditions. …”
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Impaired lung function and mortality in Eastern Europe: results from multi-centre cohort study by Tatyana Court, Nadezda Capkova, Andrzej Pająk, Sofia Malyutina, Galina Simonova, Abdonas Tamosiunas, Martin Bobák, Hynek Pikhart

“…Abstract Background The association between impaired lung function and mortality has been well documented in the general population of Western European countries. …”
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Social inference brain networks in autistic adults during movie-viewing: functional specialization and heterogeneity by Jasmin M. Turner, Lisa Byrge, Hilary Richardson, Paola Galdi, Daniel P. Kennedy, Dorit Kliemann

“…We hypothesized differential functional network specialization (i.e., functional connectivity), increased heterogeneity, and less typical network responses specifically in the ToM network, with relatively similar responses in the Pain network in ASD. …”
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Astrocytes from lamina cribrosa are involved in the autoregulatory function of optic nerve head vessels in vitro by Xiaoxiao Feng, Xiaoxiao Feng, Wenjia Zhang, Wenjia Zhang, Tingting Wan, Tingting Wan, Kangwei Jiao, Kangwei Jiao, Liwei Zhang, Liwei Zhang, Changhui Li, Changhui Li, Libo Xiao, Libo Xiao

“…LC astrocytes were co-cultured with vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) to detect the role of LC astrocytes in the autoregulatory function of vessels.ResultsThe partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) in the supernatant of LC astrocytes was significantly lower following OGD, and this reduction was more pronounced with longer OGD durations. …”
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Techno-Functionalities of White Bean Protein Concentrate: A Comparative Study with Soy and Pea Proteins by Paula Zambe Azevedo, Juliana Eloy Granato Costa, Jessica da Silva Matos, Breno Rodrigues de Souza, Sueli Rodrigues, Fabiano André Narciso Fernandes, Vanelle Maria Silva, Márcia Cristina Teixeira Ribeiro Vidigal, Paulo Cesar Stringheta, Evandro Martins, Pedro Henrique Campelo

“…The study of the techno-functional properties of novel plant-based proteins has gained importance due to their as alternatives to conventional proteins in food systems. …”
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Harnessing flavonoids to control probiotic function: in situ application of a naringenin-responsive genetic circuit by Brenno Wendler Miranda, Lucas Henrique Junges, Emanuel Maltempi de Souza, Paula Santana Lunardi, Marcelo Müller-Santos

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Research progress on resistance exercise therapy for improving cognitive function in patients with AD and muscle atrophy by Wenyao Li, Wei Fang, Yier Zhang, Yier Zhang, Qiulu Chen, Wuyue Shentu, Qilun Lai, Lin Cheng, Sicheng Yan, Qi Kong, Song Qiao

“…Individuals exhibiting lower cognitive function demonstrate more pronounced adaptive responses in physical performance over time. …”
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Socioeconomic and racial-ethnic disparities in flame retardant exposure and executive function skills in preschool children by Alexis Merculief, Megan McClelland, Stephanie Foster, John Geldhof, Shannon Lipscomb, Kim Anderson, Molly L. Kile

“…Furthermore, socioeconomic disadvantage was more strongly associated with reduced EF than either PBDE or OPFR exposures. …”
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Masked face image segmentation using a multilevel threshold with a hybrid fitness function by Nada AbdElFattah Ibrahim, Ehab R. Mohamed, Hanaa M. Hamza, Yousef S. Alsahafi, Khalid M. Hosny

“…Masked face segmentation tasks have become significantly more difficult due to the increasing use of face masks. …”
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MRI based radiomics nomogram for predict recurrence of non functioning pituitary macroadenomas post surgery by Ji-ping Zhao, Xue-jun Liu, Hao-zhi Lin, Chun-xiao Cui, Ying-jie Yue, Song Gao

“…Conclusion: The combined model provides a more accurate prediction of NFMA recurrence. This model can guide postoperative follow-up strategies and aid in early initiation of adjuvant therapy for high-risk patients.…”
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Estimating heterogeneity of physical function treatment response to caloric restriction among older adults with obesity. by Daniel P Beavers, Katherine L Hsieh, Dalane W Kitzman, Stephen B Kritchevsky, Stephen P Messier, Rebecca H Neiberg, Barbara J Nicklas, W Jack Rejeski, Kristen M Beavers

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