Early prediction of progression-free survival of patients with locally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma using multi-parametric MRI radiomics by Lian Jian, Cai Sheng, Huaping Liu, Handong Li, Pingsheng Hu, Zhaodong Ai, Xiaoping Yu, Huai Liu

“…Abstract Purpose Prognostic prediction plays a pivotal role in guiding personalized treatment for patients with locoregionally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma (LANPC). …”
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Assessing vaccine coverage and delivery strategies for influenza and COVID-19 among Italian healthcare workers: A 2015–2023 case study by Domenico Pascucci, Alberto Lontano, Eleonora Marziali, Giuseppe Vetrugno, Umberto Moscato, Patrizia Laurenti

“…Despite their critical role, vaccination coverage among HCWs remains suboptimal, endangering not only patient safety and healthcare system efficiency, but also HCWs’ own health due to their frequent exposure to infectious agents. …”
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Synthetic Nanopillars for Stimulating Osteoblast Activity and Osteointegration in Bone-Related Disorders by Liang W, Zhou C, Liu X, Xie Q, Xia L, Li Q, Lin H, Xiong X, Zhang H, Zheng Z, Zhao J

“…In this review, nanopillars fabrication techniques, such as electrospinning, nanoimprint lithography and self-assembly, also the state of the art of nanopillars technology are presented. Their role in modulating cellular responses via both physical and biochemical means, to enhance mineralization and to stabilize implants is also discussed. …”
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The Impact of Research-Based Learning and Institutional Support on Student Research Productivity at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri in Jakarta, Indonesia by Farida Hanun, Onok Yayang Pamungkas, Suprapto Suprapto, Achmad Dudin, Wakhid Kozin, Lisa'diyah Ma'rifataini

“…However, problems in optimizing research learning, as well as the lack of structural support from madrasas, still affect the level of student involvement in scientific research. …”
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Analysis of the Current Status of Scientific Data Sharing under the US Public Access Policy and its Implications by LIU Jingzhuo

“…[Purpose/Significance] Public access policy plays a crucial role in raising the awareness of openness, promoting scientific progress and innovation development. …”
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Bioprinting of GelMA-Based Hydrogels to Aid in Creation of Biomimetic 3D Models for Glioblastoma by Kaitlyn Ann Rose Schroyer, Kylie Marie Schmitz, Gunjeeta Raheja, Bin Su, Justin D. Lathia, Liqun Ning

“…The findings underscore the critical role of TME components, particularly ECM properties, in influencing GBM survival, proliferation, and molecular expression, laying the groundwork for further mechanistic studies. …”
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Understanding trends in osteoporosis drug prescribing: implications for reducing futile biomedical research by Jonathan R. Guillemot, Jonathan R. Guillemot, John W. Abraham, Anthea Tinker

“…Trust dynamics between physicians, pharmaceutical companies, and health authorities influenced prescribing trends, with variations in reliance on standardized protocols and collaborative decision-making observed between England and France.DiscussionUnderstanding trends in osteoporosis drug prescribing is crucial for optimizing healthcare policy and practice. Our study highlights the complex factors influencing prescribing patterns in England and France, emphasizing the role of trust in shaping physician behaviors. …”
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Biogenic Zinc nanoparticles: green approach to synthesis, characterization, and antimicrobial applications by Myada S. M. Ouf, Mahmoud E. A. Duab, Dina I. Abdel-Meguid, Ebaa E. EL-Sharouny, Nadia A. Soliman

“…The synthesis conditions were optimized for each strain, with pH playing a crucial role: Achromobacter sp. …”
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Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy Increases the Levels of Soluble Immune Checkpoint Proteins in Patients with Locally Advanced Cervical Cancer by Chao Liu, Xiaohui Li, Aijie Li, Wenxue Zou, Rui Huang, Xiaoyu Hu, Jinming Yu, Xiaoling Zhang, Jinbo Yue

“…However, its effect on the soluble immune checkpoint proteins (sICPs) remains unclear, which might play a key role in the immune response. Therefore, the current study explored changes in the levels of 16 sICPs in LACC patients during CCRT. …”
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µ-Raman Spectroscopic Temperature Dependence Study of Biomimetic Lipid 1,2-Diphytanoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine by Carmen Rizzuto, Antonello Nucera, Irene Barba Castagnaro, Riccardo C. Barberi, Marco Castriota

“…These findings enhance our understanding of the role of artificial biomimetic lipids in complex phospholipid membranes and provide valuable insights for optimizing their use in biosensing applications. …”
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PropAngio study protocol: a neoadjuvant trial on the efficacy of propranolol monotherapy in cutaneous angiosarcoma—a proof of principle study by Neeltje Steeghs, Jos H Beijnen, Kimberley M Heinhuis, Nikki S IJzerman, Anne Miek Koenen, Winette T A van der Graaf, Rick L Haas, Alwin D R Huitema, Winan J van Houdt

“…Angiosarcoma has several similarities with haemangioma, including its high β-adrenergic receptor expression and the supposedly important role of vascular endothelial growth factor in malignant growth. …”
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Neuroendocrine carcinoma of esophagus: systematic review and meta-analysis of case series by Seyed Morteza Pourfaraji, Amirmohsen Jalaeefar, Fatemeh Ojaghi Shirmard, Dorsa Salabat, Sara Mohammadi, Narjes Mohammadzadeh

“…Further large-scale, prospective studies are needed to validate optimal treatment strategies, particularly the role of multimodal therapy in advanced disease.…”
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Acupuncture for stroke survivors with cardiovascular comorbidities: protocol of a pooled analysis of randomized controlled trials by Lanfang Zhang, Lanfang Zhang, Lanfang Zhang, Zubing Mei, Zhenhua Xu

“…Nevertheless, this study will offer valuable insights into optimizing rehabilitation strategies for stroke survivors with complex clinical profiles.PROSPERO registration noCRD42024576156.…”
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Transfer learning driven fake news detection and classification using large language models by Basma S. Alqadi, Suliman A. Alsuhibany, Samia Nawaz Yousafzai, Sharf Alzu’bi, Deema Mohammed Alsekait, Diaa Salama AbdElminaam

“…The experimental results on two real-world benchmark datasets demonstrate that our method achieves a significant accuracy improvement of at least 3.9% over existing state-of-the-art models, while also providing insights into the role of embedding techniques in fake news classification. …”
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The Effects of Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs on Cardiovascular Risk in Inflammatory Joint Diseases: Current Evidence and Uncertainties by Garmish O, Smiyan S, Hladkykh F, Koshak B, Komorovsky R

“…However, other conventional DMARDs, such as sulfasalazine and hydroxychloroquine, also continue to play a role in routine practice; their cardiovascular effects appear more heterogeneous and less well established. …”
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Application of Phi (<italic>&#x03A6;</italic>), the Golden Ratio, in Computing: A Systematic Review by M. Akhtaruzzaman, Jamal Uddin Tanvin, Amir Akramin Shafie, Fahim Shahryer, Sachitra Halder

“…This article systematically examines <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\phi $ </tex-math></inline-formula>&#x2019;s diverse applications in computing, focusing on its role in enhancing visual appeal, optimizing algorithms, system design, and influencing fields such as biometrics, machine intelligence, and engineering. …”
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Analyzing cropland fragmentation evolution and driving mechanisms in Shandong through MSPA and landscape metrics integration by Tianwei Zhang, Wei Li, Zengfeng Zhao, Meizhen Bi, Yi Zheng

“…Abstract As the foundational and core resource for agricultural development, arable land plays a critical role in optimizing regional agricultural resource allocation and ensuring food security. …”
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Neutrophil Percentage to Albumin Ratio Is Associated With In‐Hospital Mortality in Patients With Acute Type A Aortic Dissection by Xuecui Zhang, Lingyu Lin, Yanchun Peng, Sailan Li, Xizhen Huang, Liangwan Chen, Yanjuan Lin

“…ABSTRACT The neutrophil percentage to albumin ratio (NPAR) has been associated with prognosis of various cardiovascular diseases, but its role in acute type A aortic dissection (AAAD) mortality remains unclear. …”
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Model‐based meta‐analysis to quantify the effects of short interfering RNA therapeutics on hepatitis B surface antigen turnover in hepatitis B‐infected mice by Louis Sandra, Huybrecht T'jollyn, An Vermeulen, Oliver Ackaert, Juan‐Jose Perez‐Ruixo

“…Single and multiple dose simulations were performed exploring the role of dosing regimens across evaluated siRNA classes. …”
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The waist-to-height ratio is a good predictor for insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome by Mengyi Zhu, Kaiyue Wang, Jiaxing Feng, Yang Liu, Muxin Guan, Yu Wang, Xiaoke Wu

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to explore the role of the waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) in assessing insulin resistance (IR) in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).Materials and methodsWe enrolled 882 PCOS-afflicted women in a cross-sectional analysis to evaluate the association of the WHtR with IR. …”
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