A splice donor variant in SLAMF1 is associated with canine atopic dermatitis by Oliver P. Forman, Jamie Freyer, Abigail Kerr, Julia D. Labadie, Michael Denyer, Debbie J. Gow, Janet Alexander, Michelle Daya, Yaindrys Rodriguez Olivera, Cecilia Lozoya, Christian Leutenegger, Christian Savard, Jason T. Huff, Rebecca Chodroff Foran

“…Whole-genome resequencing revealed a compelling splice donor variant in the signaling lymphocytic activation molecule 1 (SLAMF1), a transmembrane receptor with important functions in immune cells. Further analysis of additional genome sequences and RNA samples from the MARS PETCARE BIOBANK confirmed that the SLAMF1 splice variant is a strong potential contributor to an increased risk of atopic dermatitis.DiscussionThe discovery represents the first compelling genetic variant associated with CAD to be validated in more than one breed of dog. …”
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Proteomic profiling improves prognostic risk stratification of the Sarculator nomogram in soft tissue sarcomas of the extremities and trunk wall by Madhumeeta Chadha, Sara Iadecola, Andrew Jenks, Valeriya Pankova, Yuen Bun Tam, Jessica Burns, Amani Arthur, Christopher P. Wilding, Liang Chen, Priya Chudasama, Dario Callegaro, Dirk C. Strauss, Khin Thway, Alessandro Gronchi, Robin L. Jones, Rosalba Miceli, Sandro Pasquali, Paul H. Huang

“…This study highlights the utility of integrating protein signatures for the development of next‐generation nomograms.…”
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Construction of mitochondrial signature (MS) for the prognosis of ovarian cancer by Miao Ao, You Wu, Kunyu Wang, Haixia Luo, Wei Mao, Anqi Zhao, Xiaomeng Su, Yan Song, Bin Li

“…GO and KEGG analysis confirmed these genes were enriched in the generation of precursor metabolites and energy. It illustrated more lymphocyte infiltration in the high MS group than low MS group. …”
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Repurposed clindamycin suppresses pyroptosis in tumor-associated macrophages through Inhibition of caspase-1 by Adrian Weich, Johannes Berges, Cindy Flamann, Katrin Bitterer, Krishna Pal Singh, David Chambers, Christopher Lischer, Xin Lai, Olaf Wolkenhauer, Carola Berking, Gerhard Krönke, Shailendra Gupta, Heiko Bruns, Julio Vera, Research Group Macrophages

“…The method generates a ranking of drug-target interactions, the most promising of which are channeled towards experimental validation. …”
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First trimester circulating miR-208b-3p and miR-26a-1-3p are relevant to the prediction of gestational hypertension by Andrée-Anne Clément, Cécilia LÉGARÉ, Véronique Desgagné, Kathrine Thibeault, Frédérique White, Michelle S. Scott, Pierre-Étienne Jacques, William D Fraser, Patrice Perron, Renée Guérin, Marie-France Hivert, Anne-Marie Côté, Luigi Bouchard

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Integrating genome and transcriptome analysis to decipher balanced structural variants in unsolved cases of neurodevelopmental disorders by Simona Mellone, Alice Spano, Denise Vurchio, Giulia Borgonovi, Giulia Borgonovi, Alessandro Ugonotti, Giulia Paglino, Alba Bianco, Sara Ronzani, Maurizio Sciancalepore, Flavia Prodam, Flavia Prodam, Amanda Papa, Maurizio Viri, Umberto Dianzani, Umberto Dianzani, Mara Giordano, Mara Giordano

“…Transcriptomic analysis demonstrated the monoallelic and significantly reduced expression of EP300.ConclusionThese findings highlight the crucial role of WGS in identifying disease-associated BCAs and underscore the complementary value of RNA-Seq in assessing their functional consequences. This integrated approach enhanced diagnostic accuracy and clinical management, paving the way for more comprehensive and personalized care in these two patients.…”
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Low-frequency rTMS modulates small-world network properties in an AVH-related brain network in schizophrenia by Lin Zhang, Li Guo, Xiaohui Liu, Jing Han, Yuanqiang Zhu, Chaozong Ma, Ye Li, Weiliang Ye

“…Furthermore, most previous studies have analyzed whole-brain networks, lacking specificity regarding disease-relevant circuits.ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate how low-frequency rTMS modulates the small-world network properties of a refined AVH-related network composed of 35 brain regions specifically implicated in hallucination generation and rTMS treatment effects, thereby providing a more targeted perspective on network reorganization. …”
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Immunological and biochemical changes in young children with recurrent course of respiratory infections and cytomegaloviral infection by L. N. Boyarskaya, T. S. Herasimchuk, Yu. V. Kotlova, L. N. Boyarskaya, A. H. Davydova

“…In the early convalescence period after respiratory infection process in children with CMV and RRI the immune response is characterized by a decreasing of the functional and metabolic activity of neutrophile granulocytes (р<0,05) and imbalance of humoral immunity consisting in decreased antibody generation (IgА (р<0,05), IgМ (р<0,05), tendency to IgG decreasing). …”
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Expectation Confirmation and Technology Acceptance: A Study of the Public's Attention to Accept the Government's Digital Human Avatar by Jinghao CHEN, Feng JIA, Qianxi LIU

“…[Purpose/Significance] In the digital age, government digital avatars represent a significant innovative application of the integration of generative artificial intelligence and digital government. …”
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Paper and cardboard as sustainable materials by Jerzy F. Latka

“…With regard to operating energy, materials can be rendered more sustainable by ensuring they have a higher thermal insulation value or greater thermal mass. …”
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In Silico and In Vitro Studies of the Approved Antibiotic Ceftaroline Fosamil and Its Metabolites as Inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2 Replication by Cássia Delgado, Pablo Andrei Nogara, Milene Dias Miranda, Alice Santos Rosa, Vivian Neuza Santos Ferreira, Luisa Tozatto Batista, Thamara Kelcya Fonseca Oliveira, Folorunsho Bright Omage, Flávia Motta, Izabela Marques Bastos, Laura Orian, João Batista Teixeira Rocha

“…The 1,2,4-thiadiazole functional group is an inhibitor of cysteine proteases, such as papain and cathepsins. …”
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Caged-hypocrellin mediated photodynamic therapy induces chromatin remodeling and disrupts mitochondrial energy metabolism in multidrug-resistant Candida auris by Xinyao Liu, Yiran Tao, Linwan Zhang, Yuzhou Liu, Dongmei Shi, Jiao Wang, Peng Xue, Bin Xu, Wenjie Fang, Yuping Ran

“…Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT), which generates reactive oxygen species (ROS) through light-activated photosensitizers, has shown promise against C. auris; however, its molecular mechanism remains unclear. …”
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The models of the impact of interactive relationship between thinking style and the format of the advertising message on advertisement attractiveness and purchase intention by mean... by Alireza Haddadi, Rosa Hendijani, Tahmores Hasangholi pour

“…Those campaigns which considered combination of sensation and rationalism gained more profit (26%) than those which only considered persuasion methods (Dooley, 2012). …”
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Smartphone-based Monitoring and cognition Modification Against Recurrence of Depression (SMARD): An RCT of Memory Bias Modification Training vs. Cognitive Control Training vs. Atte... by N. Ikani, A. Tyborowska, N. Kohn, N. Günther, G J. Siegle, A. H. Schene, J. A. S. Vorstman, C. J. Harmer, M. J. Kas, J. N. Vrijsen, H. G. Ruhé

“…Abstract Background Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) has a 50–80% recurrence rate highlighting the urgent need for more efficient recurrence prevention programs. Currently, recurrences are often identified too late, while existing preventive strategies may not sufficiently address ethio-patho-physiological mechanisms for recurrence. …”
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Surface hardening of ductile austenitic lightweight steel through powder bed fusion 3D printing by Joonoh Moon, Hyun-Uk Hong, Hyungkwon Park, Hyo-Haeng Jo, Seong-Jun Park, Chansun Shin, Heung Nam Han, Myoung-Gyu Lee, Jae Suk Jeong, Bong Ho Lee, Chang-Hoon Lee

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Advancements in sorption-enhanced steam reforming for clean hydrogen production: A comprehensive review by Ahmad Salam Farooqi, Abdelwahab N. Allam, Muhammad Zubair Shahid, Anas Aqil, Kevin Fajri, Sunhwa Park, Omar Y. Abdelaziz, Mahmoud M. Abdelnaby, Mohammad M. Hossain, Mohamed A. Habib, Syed Muhammad Wajahat ul Hasnain, Ali Nabavi, Mingming Zhu, Vasilije Manovic, Medhat A. Nemitallah

“…This comprehensive review thoroughly explores the SE-SMR process, highlighting its ability to efficiently combine carbon capture with hydrogen generation. The review evaluates the mechanisms of SE-SMR and evaluates a range of innovative sorbent materials, such as CaO-based, alkali-ceramic, hydrotalcite, and waste-derived sorbents. …”
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Novel Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa MAPS vaccine combining O polysaccharides and pathogen-specific proteins by Mohammed N. Amin, James E. Sinclair, Brittany Curtis, Lada Sycheva, Heather Fox, Myeong-Jin Choi, Surekha Shridhar, Jacqueline Kolasny, Joseph Nkeze, Ethel Apolinario, Sang Hyun, Nicolas Hegerle, Shaichi Sen, Jasnehta Permala Booth, Mark Leney, Deborah Molrine, Greg Saia, Marcela Pasetti, Teresa Broering, Francis Michon, Richard Malley, George R. Siber, Sharon M. Tennant, Donna Ambrosino, Raphael Simon, Alan Cross

“…The MAPS vaccine platform also generates Th17 and Th1 responses. This KP/PA MAPS vaccine may prevent infection with these pathogens and reduce their transmissibility.…”
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ADI-270: an armored allogeneic gamma delta T cell therapy designed to target CD70-expressing solid and hematologic malignancies by Jie Zhang, Jyothi Sethuraman, Marissa Herrman, Pranav Murthy, Ramandeep Kaur, Jonathan T S Wong, Kevin P Nishimoto, Smitha R Y Gundurao, Arun Bhat, Blake T Aftab, Shon Green, Aruna Azameera, Morgan Smith-Boeck, Michael Salum, Yvan Chanthery, Melinda Au, Amy Doan, Christopher J Rold, Swapna Panuganti, Helen Budworth, Gauri Lamture, Alexander G Teague, Yogendra Verma, Elizabeth B Speltz, Katherine M Wang, Dishant Bhatwala, Ana Giner-Rubio, Pavan Puligujja, Aya Jakobovits

“…Homing barriers, immunosuppressive factors, and target antigen heterogeneity can impair CAR-T cell functional activity within the TME. Alternative strategies have contemplated incorporating the use of gamma delta (γδ) T cells as a CAR-T cell approach to potentially overcome these limitations. γδ T cells possess both innate and adaptive immunity to facilitate broad tumor recognition, and their natural propensity for tissue tropism may allow for more effective tumor infiltration. …”
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Phosphoglucomutase A-mediated metabolic adaptation is essential for antibiotic and disease persistence in Mycobacterium tuberculosis by Taruna Sharma, Shaifali Tyagi, Rahul Pal, Jayendrajyoti Kundu, Sonu Kumar Gupta, Vishawjeet Barik, Vaibhav Kumar Nain, Manitosh Pandey, Prabhanjan Dwivedi, Bhishma Narayan Panda, Yashwant Kumar, Ranjan Kumar Nanda, Samrat Chatterjee, Amit Kumar Pandey

“…These insights are crucial for developing novel, shorter, and more effective anti-tuberculosis strategies.IMPORTANCEThis study for the first time investigated the role of metabolic enzyme phosphoglucomutase A (pgmA) in Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), revealing its crucial functions as a toggle switch between biosynthesis and growth. …”
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The Effect of “Carvacrol” on Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury in the Skeletal Muscles of Rats by Barış Mardin, Abdullah Özer, Başak Koçak, Ayşegül Küçük, Mustafa Hakan Zor, Şaban Cem Sezen, Mustafa Kavutçu, Mustafa Arslan, Gürsel Levent Oktar

“…Reperfusion injury refers to the detrimental effects of abrupt exposure of the ischemic tissue to elevated oxygen levels and subsequent generation of reactive oxygen derivatives inside the tissue. …”
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