Modeling TEC Irregularities in the Arctic Ionosphere Using Empirical Orthogonal Function Method by Yaqi Jin, Wojciech J. Miloch, Daria Kotova, Knut Stanley Jacobsen, Đorđe Stevanović, Lasse B. N. Clausen, Nicholas Ssessanga, Federico DaDalt

“…To develop a climatological model, the ROTI maps are decomposed into base functions and coefficients using the empirical orthogonal function (EOF) method. …”
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<i>Prg4</i> and Osteoarthritis: Functions, Regulatory Factors, and Treatment Strategies by Peng-Jie Fu, Sheng-Yuan Zheng, Yan Luo, Zhuo-Qun Ren, Zi-Han Li, Ya-Ping Wang, Bang-Bao Lu

“…Therapeutic strategies targeting <i>PRG4</i> in OA have shown promising results, including recombinant PRG4 protein injections, gene therapies, and small molecules that enhance endogenous <i>Prg4</i> expression or mimic its function. Further research into the molecular mechanisms regulating <i>Prg4</i> expression will be essential in developing more effective OA treatments. …”
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Serum NT-proBNP levels as a marker for cardiopulmonary function in preeclampsia by H.M. Kim, Y.S. Choo, W.J. Seong

“…Results: The SPE group had significantly higher NT-proBNP levels than the GPE group. They were also more likely to have PPE, but this was not significant. …”
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The effect of curcumin supplementation on cognitive function: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis by Wenlong Wang, Rui Zhao, Bingzheng Liu, Kelei Li

“…BackgroundPrevious randomized controlled trials (RCTs) did not draw a consistent conclusion about the effect of curcumin on cognitive function.MethodsWe searched Web of Science, PubMed, Cochrane Library and Embase, and 9 RCTs (including 12 independent comparisons) with 501 subjects were included in the present meta-analysis.ResultsCompared with placebo, supplementation of curcumin significantly improved global cognitive function (SMD, 0.82; 95% CI, 0.19 to 1.45; p = 0.010). …”
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Functional Products Based on Goat Milk with the Addition of Natural Antioxidants: Scientific Review by Firsty Ainun Zalzabila Ansori, Fithri Choirun Nisa, Ahmad Zaki Mubarok

“…During the fermentation process, there is an increase in antioxidant value due to the activity of microbial enzymes produced during fermentation in binding and stabilization, where proteins such as casein and whey interact with antioxidant molecules like polyphenols and vitamins, forming more stable complexes. Efforts to increase the functional value of dairy products can increase antioxidant activity to ward off free radicals. …”
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Impact of the SOX Regimen on Immune Function and Tumor Markers in Advanced Gastric Cancer by Liu Y, Zhao JG, Zhao GY

“…The SOX regimen also exhibited a more favorable safety profile, with lower incidences of chemotherapy-related nausea, vomiting, and leukopenia (P< 0.05).Conclusion: The SOX regimen is an effective and promising treatment option for advanced gastric cancer, offering significant improvements in clinical outcomes, immune function, and tumor marker reduction, with fewer chemotherapy-related toxicities. …”
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Renin-Angiotensin System Induced Secondary Hypertension: The Alteration of Kidney Function and Structure by Zahra Pezeshki, Mehdi Nematbakhsh

“…In the two-kidney one-clip model (2K1C), more renin is synthesized in the principal cells of the collecting duct than juxtaglomerular cells (JGCs). …”
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Structural and functional characterization of Coryphaena hippurus skin gelatin with commercial porcine gelatin by Muhammad Usman, Joe Mac Regenstein, Hafiz Ubaid Ur Rahman, Anum Ishaq, Muhammad Issa Khan, Amna Sahar, Gholamreza Abdi, Rana Muhammad Aadil, Lili He

“…This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of MMSG in comparison to commercial porcine gelatin (PG) based on physicochemical and functional properties. MMSG showed an extraction yield of 18 % (w/w) on a wet basis. …”
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Normothermic ex vivo heart and lung autoperfusion: assessment of functional status and metabolism by A. R. Tarkova, I. S. Zykov, M. O. Zhulkov, A. V. Protopopov, Ya. M. Smirnov, A.  G. Makaev, A. V. Guseva, F. Yu. Kosimov, M. N. Murtazaliev, A. D. Limansky, D. A. Sirota, E.  E. Kliver, V. E.  Kliver, А. M. Volkov, A. M. Chernyavsky

“…In the control group, the heart pumping function was restored after 6-hour cold cardioplegia using Bretschneider’s solution. …”
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Effect of delayed graft function on immediate and long-term kidney transplant outcomes by A. V. Shabunin, P. A. Drozdov, I. V. Nesterenko, D. A. Makeev, S. A. Astapovich, O. S. Zhuravel, L. R. Karapetyan

“…The severity of this complication was assessed by the time it took the transplanted kidney function to normalize from mild DGF to severe. We analyzed the immediate and long-term outcomes of KT depending on the presence of initial function and the severity of DGF. …”
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Dynamic human liver proteome atlas reveals functional insights into disease pathways by Lili Niu, Philipp E Geyer, Rajat Gupta, Alberto Santos, Florian Meier, Sophia Doll, Nicolai J Wewer Albrechtsen, Sabine Klein, Cristina Ortiz, Frank E Uschner, Robert Schierwagen, Jonel Trebicka, Matthias Mann

“…Abstract Deeper understanding of liver pathophysiology would benefit from a comprehensive quantitative proteome resource at cell type resolution to predict outcome and design therapy. Here, we quantify more than 150,000 sequence‐unique peptides aggregated into 10,000 proteins across total liver, the major liver cell types, time course of primary cell cultures, and liver disease states. …”
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ASSESSMENT OF FUNCTIONAL OUTCOMES OF TREATMENT IN PATIENTS WITH STAGE III-IV OROPHARYNGEAL CANCER by Vasif V. Rakhmanov

“…By 6 months post-treatment, all patients experienced significant improvements in QoL, including reduced pain and improved swallowing function. Comprehensive treatment, including surgery, radiation therapy, and/or chemotherapy, was more effective in achieving short-term QoL improvements than monotherapy. …”
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Enhanced anticorrosion waterbased polyurethane coating using Schiff base functionalized MXene by Ali Moshkriz, Reza Darvishi, Aboulfazl Barati, Mohsen Tafazoly

“…The Schiff base modification not only enhanced the oxidation resistance of MXene but also facilitated the formation of a more robust passive film, improving long-term protection. …”
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Integrated Nematode Management Strategies: Optimization of Combined Nematicidal and Multi-Functional Inputs by Mahfouz M. M. Abd-Elgawad

“…Research efforts that take these factors into account to back the usage of these bionematicides by combining the disease-suppressive activities of two or more agricultural inputs are highlighted herein. …”
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Unveiling the structure, function and dynamics of StmPr1 in Stenotrophomonas maltophilia virulence by Max Sommer, Amr Negm, Lasse Outzen, Sabine Windhorst, Azat Gabdulkhakov, Wolfgang Weber, Christian Betzel

“…Through the COVID-19 pandemic it gained more prominence by being a key pathogen in respiratory co-infections. …”
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Upper extremity function and quality of life in patients with breast cancer related lymphedema by Bojinović-Rodić Dragana, Popović-Petrović Svetlana, Tomić Sanja, Markez Stanislava, Živanić Dobrinka

“…Physical disability in patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema influences quality of life more than mental health. Upper limb function has a significant impact on quality of life, not only on the physical, but also on the mental component. …”
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Design and Functional Testing of a Multichamber Perfusion Platform for Three-Dimensional Scaffolds by Marco Piola, Monica Soncini, Marco Cantini, Nasser Sadr, Giulio Ferrario, Gianfranco B. Fiore

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Assessment of cognitive function after surgery for colorectal cancer—a scoping review by Eva Angenete, Carolina Ehrencrona, Rebecka Levenskog

“…A more unified measurement approach in further research would be beneficial to evaluate postoperative cognitive function and understand its impact on the daily lives of patients with colorectal cancer.Trial registration number 10.17605/OSF.IO/2M3DT.…”
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Tuning peripheral acceptors in pyran core functional materials to boost photovoltaic efficiency by Mashal Khan, Maria Zafar, Zafar Ullah, Iqra Shafiq, Saifullah Bullo, Tansir Ahamad, Ke Chen

“…Therefore, new A–π–D–π–A configured NFAs (BDTD1-BDTD7) were developed from BDTR reference through terminal modification with benzothiophene (BT) based acceptors. Density functional theory (DFT) and time-dependent DFT (TD-DFT) methods were employed at M06/6-311G (d, p) level to explore the geometrical, electronic, optical and photovoltaic properties of the designed derivatives. …”
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Zinc-Decorated and Nitrogen-Functionalized Hierarchical Porous Carbons for Carbon Dioxide Capture by Yu-Chun Chiang, Wei-Ting Chin, I-Chang Chu

“…Consequently, the micropore area ratio and surface functional groups primarily determined the CO₂ adsorption capacity at 15 kPa. …”
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