Development of a relapse-related RiskScore model to predict the drug sensitivity and prognosis for patients with ovarian cancer by Zhixin Jin, Xuegu Wang, Xiang Li, Shasha Yang, Biao Ding, Jiaojiao Fei, Xiaojing Wang, Chengli Dou

“…The present research was designed to establish a relapse-based RiskScore model to assess the drug sensitivity and prognosis for patients with OC. Methods Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) and The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) databases were accessed to obtain relevant sample data. …”
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Predictive role of SLC1A5 in neuroblastoma prognosis and immunotherapy by Jian Cheng, Miaomiao Sun, Xiao Dong, Yang Yang, Xiaohan Qin, Xing Zhou, Yongcheng Fu, Yuanyuan Wang, Jingyue Wang, Da Zhang

“…However, its contributions to neuroblastoma biology remain largely unexplored. Methods This study utilized clinical neuroblastoma samples from 20 patients and 1310 cases from four public datasets to investigate SLC1A5 expression, biological function, and prognostic significance. …”
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Leveraging Diverse Cell-Death Patterns to Decipher the Interactive Relation of Unfavorable Outcome and Tumor Microenvironment in Breast Cancer by Yue Li, Ting Ding, Tong Zhang, Shuangyu Liu, Jinhua Wang, Xiaoyan Zhou, Zeqi Guo, Qian He, Shuqun Zhang

“…Our study aimed to explore the complex mechanisms underlying these interactions and establish a prognostic prediction model for breast cancer. Methods: Using TCGA and METABRIC datasets, we integrated single-sample gene set enrichment analysis (ssGSEA), weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA), and Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) to explore PCD-TME interactions. …”
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Mixed teff (Eragrostis tef, Poaceae) cultivation and consumption among smallholder farmers in South Wollo Zone, Ethiopia by Daniel Melese, Zemede Asfaw, Zerihun Woldu, Bikila Warkineh, Endale Amare, Alex C.  McAlvay, Morgan Ruelle

“…Data were collected through structured surveys with 304 randomly sampled interviewees, semi-structured interviews with 36 purposively sampled key informants, six focus group discussions, guided field tours and market surveys. …”
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Deformation prediction in innovative implant design with machine learning approaches by Mehmet Onur Yağır, Muhammed Fatih Pekşen, Şaduman Şen, Uğur Şen

“…Unlike classic implants, the sleeved implant is predicted to provide a more homogeneous distribution of chewing forces on the bone by reducing stress concentrations around the implant. …”
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The Epidemiology of Hepatitis D Virus in North Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Mohamed A. Daw, Amina M. Daw, Nadia E. M. Sifennasr, Aisha M. Draha, Ahmed M. Daw, Ali M. Daw, Mohamed O. Ahmed, Ebtisam S. Mokhtar, Abdallah El-Bouzedi, Ibrahem M. Daw

“…Hepatitis D virus (HDV) infection has been considered a serious neglected pandemic, particularly in developing countries. The virus causes a more severe disease than mono infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV). …”
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Potential application of rain water harvesting technology as an alternative clean water source to mitigate land subsidence by H.S. Hasibuan, B.N. Elizandri, F.W. Asrofani, G.A.Y. Putra

“…According to that, this study aims to analyze the contribution of rainwater harvesting technology implementation in terms of supply and utilization aspects to reducing groundwater use and meeting clean water needs for mitigating land subsidence in the coastal area of North JakartaMETHODS: This study was conducted in North Jakarta coastal area within a radius of 0—2 kilometers, by conducting survey activities on 148 households who live near the location of the technology installation, as well as collecting the depth wells data, and clean water samples. …”
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Prevalence of phenotypic drug resistance profiles and multi-drug-resistant Pseudomonas and Acinetobacter species recovered from clinical specimens in Ethiopia: a systematic review... by Mihret Tilahun, Alemu Gedefie, Abdurahaman Seid, Habtu Debash, Agumas Shibabaw

“…Conclusion The pooled prevalence of Pseudomonas and Acinetobacter species and their antibiotic resistance were alarmingly high in clinical samples in Ethiopia. These findings highlight the crucial need for more antimicrobial surveillance, stronger stewardship programs, and targeted research to combat the growing threat of resistance. …”
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Neighbourhood out-of-home food environment, menu healthiness, and their associations with meal purchasing and diet quality: a multiverse analysis by Yuru Huang, Thomas Burgoine, Christine M. White, Matthew Keeble, Tom R. P. Bishop, David Hammond, Jean Adams

“…In this cross-sectional study, we investigated associations between different measures of the neighbourhood out-of-home food environment, incorporating menu healthiness, and out-of-home meal purchasing and diet quality. Methods We used a sample of 3,481 adults in Great Britain (GB) with valid home postcodes from the 2021 International Food Policy Study. …”
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Data-driven machine learning algorithm model for pneumonia prediction and determinant factor stratification among children aged 6–23 months in Ethiopia by Addisalem Workie Demsash, Rediet Abebe, Wubishet Gezimu, Gemeda Wakgari Kitil, Michael Amera Tizazu, Abera Lambebo, Firomsa Bekele, Solomon Seyife Alemu, Mohammedamin Hajure Jarso, Geleta Nenko Dube, Lema Fikadu Wedajo, Sanju Purohit, Mulugeta Hayelom Kalayou

“…Therefore, this study aimed to develop data-driven predictive model using machine learning algorithms to predict pneumonia and stratify the determinant factors among children aged 6–23 months in Ethiopia. Methods A total of 2035 samples of children were used from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey dataset. …”
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Assessment of Salivary and GCF pH in Periodontally Healthy and Stage II, Grade B Periodontitis Subjects: An In-vivo Study by Priyanka Zerwal, Vishakha Patil, Vidya Dodwad, Pooja Pharne, Allen Naorem, Niket Bhatt

“…Aim: To assess and compare the pH values of saliva and GCF in periodontally healthy subjects and those with chronic periodontitis. Materials and Methods: This in-vivo study was carried out at Outpatient Department of Periodontology, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed To Be) University Dental College and Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra, India, over a period of three months, from August 2024 to October 2024. …”
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Marcadores dermatoglíficos y su relación con el perfil neuromuscular en deportistas colombianos de alto rendimiento (Dermatoglyphic markers and their relationship with the neuromu... by Carlos Alberto Ramos Parraci, Brayan Esneider Patiño-Palma, Carlos Ándres Wheeler-Botero

“…Materials and Methods: Quantitative study of cross-sectional design and correlational scope with a total sample of 149 high-performance athletes from different sports disciplines who are members of the Tolima delegation at the Colombian National Games in 2019. …”
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Design of AgI/BiVO4 heterostructures for photocatalytic antibiotic removal and antimicrobial action by Hanh Thi Truong, Tho Truong Pham, Nhi Dinh Bui, Ha Tien Le, Thuan Chi Nguyen

“…These samples were labeled AgI/BV1, AgI/BV2, and AgI/BV3, respectively. …”
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Whole-genome sequencing and metagenomics reveal diversity and prevalence of Listeria spp. from soil in the Nantahala National Forest by Jia Wang, Claire N. Schamp, Lauren K. Hudson, Harleen K. Chaggar, Daniel W. Bryan, Katie N. Garman, Mark Radosevich, Thomas G. Denes

“…Recently, metagenomic sequencing has also been explored as a tool for the detection of Listeria spp. in environmental samples. This study evaluated soil samples from four locations across altitudes ranging from 1,500 to 4,500 ft in the Nantahala National Forest in North Carolina, USA. …”
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First record of mermithid parasitism in adult biting midges, Culicoides huffi (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae), collected from Southern Thailand, with ultrastructural and molecular chara... by Chulaluk Promrangsee, Vivornpun Sanprasert, Arunrat Thepparat, Sakone Sunantaraporn, Rinnara Ampol, Rungfar Boonserm, Padet Siriyasatien, Kanok Preativatanyou

“…However, the biology of these entomopathogenic nematodes infecting Culicoides in Thailand remains unknown. Methods As part of the leishmaniasis surveillance program in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Southern Thailand, we collected Culicoides midges near the residence of a leishmaniasis patient in November 2024. …”
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Differential Analysis of Oral Microbiota in db/db Mouse Model of Type 2 Diabetes Utilizing 16S rRNA Sequencing by PAN Qianjia, GE Junyi, HU Nan, HUA Fei, GU Min

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the changes in oral microbiota of db/db mice and provide an experimental basis for exploring the relationship between type 2 diabetes mellitus and oral microecology.MethodsEight 10-week-old male db/db mice were designated as the diabetes experimental group (db/db group), while eight 10-week-old male db/m mice were assigned as the normal control group (db/m group). …”
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The Role of the Amygdala in Facial Trustworthiness Processing: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses of fMRI Studies. by Sara Santos, Inês Almeida, Bárbara Oliveiros, Miguel Castelo-Branco

“…Studies using ROI analysis / small volume correction methods were more often devoted specifically to the amygdala region, with some results reporting uncorrected p-values based on mainly clinical a priori evidence of amygdala involvement in these processes. …”
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Improving Large Language Models’ Summarization Accuracy by Adding Highlights to Discharge Notes: Comparative Evaluation by Mahshad Koohi Habibi Dehkordi, Yehoshua Perl, Fadi P Deek, Zhe He, Vipina K Keloth, Hao Liu, Gai Elhanan, Andrew J Einstein

“…MethodsTo test our hypothesis, we randomly sampled 15 discharge notes from the MIMIC III database and highlighted their detailed information using an interface terminology we previously developed with machine learning. …”
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Physiologic-microbiome interactions in the pathogenesis of genitourinary syndrome of menopause among menopausal stages by Hawraa Nasser Hamza, Hanaa Ali Aziz, Dhay Ali Azeez

“…Bacterial diversity is more pronounced in post-menopausal women compared to pre-menopausal participants. …”
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Effect of group-based nutritional education combined with individual standard care for outpatients with type 2 diabetes: study protocol for a randomized clinical trial {1} by Aline Busanello, Vanessa Machado Menezes, Olivia Garbin Koller, Ândria Völz Andreia, Jussara Carnevale de Almeida

“…This study aims to evaluate the impact of group-based nutritional education, combined with individual standard care, compared to individual standard care alone, on health outcomes among patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Methods This study is a 12-month, parallel-group, randomized superiority controlled trial. …”
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