Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation for upper limb motor recovery after stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xiaoyu Wang, Xiaoyu Wang, Xiaoyu Wang, Lianjun Yin, Yikun Wang, Yikun Wang, Haining Zhang, Haining Zhang, Shiying Zhang, Shiying Zhang, Jiantong Wu, Jiantong Wu, Shun Fan, Shun Fan, Zhengfei Li, Zhengfei Li, Huanan Li, Huanan Li, Huanan Li, Jingui Wang, Jingui Wang, Jingui Wang

“…BackgroundTranscutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) is an innovative, non-invasive therapy that stimulates the contraction of paralyzed muscles in the upper limbs, promoting functional recovery. Several studies have demonstrated the efficacy of TEAS in restoring upper limb function. …”
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Surgical resection of a middle mediastinal paraganglioma that caused diabetes by Kentaro Miura, Nobutaka Kobayashi, Hidetoshi Satomi

“…Functional paragangliomas should be considered as a potential cause of uncontrolled diabetes, and a whole-body CT scan should be performed to investigate this possible cause.…”
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Quantum Chemical Determination of Molecular Dye Candidates for Non-Invasive Bioimaging by Remy R. Cron, Jordan South, Ryan C. Fortenberry

“…Molecular dyes containing carbazole-based <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mi>π</mi></semantics></math></inline-formula> bridges and/or julolidine-based donors should be promising molecules for intense SWIR emission with potential application to molecular bioimaging. …”
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An “Engram-Centric” Approach to Transient Global Amnesia (TGA) and Other Acute-Onset Amnesias by Andrew J. Larner

“…This analysis affords therapeutic implications for these conditions, should interventions to reactivate latent or silent engrams become available.…”
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Biodegradable power sources for transient bioelectronics by Li Dong, Liangjie Shan, Yafei Wang, Ji Liu

“…This review presents a systematic overview on the design, materials, and functionalities of biodegradable devices for energy storage, harvesting, and transfer. …”
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Benefits versus toxicities of garlic (Allium sativum) in dogs by Andrea Ulisses Martins da Silva

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Incorporating parrotfish bioerosion into the herbivory paradigm of coral reef resilience by Ana Molina‐Hernández, Lorenzo Álvarez‐Filip

“…Suggesting more complex underlying dynamics that should be reexamined. In this review, we discuss how lumping parrotfish species as if they were functionally redundant may obscure trends. …”
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Plant iridoids: Chemistry, dietary sources and potential health benefits by Liangchuan Guo, Jinli Qiao, Junwei Huo, H.P. Vasantha Rupasinghe

“…Iridoids demonstrate potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antitumor, antiviral, and hepatoprotective effects suggesting their potential use in functional foods, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. …”
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A Comprehensive Transcriptomic and Proteomics Analysis of Candidate Secretory Proteins in Rose Grain Aphid, <i>Metopolophium dirhodum</i> (Walker) by Atsbha Gebreslasie Gebrekidan, Yong Zhang, Julian Chen

“…However, to verify the expression of these secretory genes and characterize the biological function of salivary proteins further investigation should be geared towards gene expression and functional analysis.…”
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The Relationship between Core Stability Muscles Isometric Strength and Endurance with the Postural Control and Walking Endurance in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis by Behnam Moradi, Seyed Sadreddin Shojaedin

“…On the other hand, no significant relationship was found between core muscles isometric tests with 6-minute with walk functional among the patients multiple sclerosis. Conclusion: Despite the significant relationship between core muscles isometric strength and endurance in patients MS on one of the functional capability variables (balance), it should be stated that taking advantage of other methods (dynamic methods and methods like Electromyography) is required in order to achieve more verified and certain results.…”
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How much do we know about the effectiveness of warm-up intervention on work related musculoskeletal disorders, physical and psychosocial functions: protocol for a systematic review by Nicolas Larinier, Romain Balaguier, Nicolas Vuillerme

“…Interventions should include a warm-up physical intervention in real-workplaces. …”
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Amphibians and Reptiles Exhibit Different Ecological and Evolutionary Spatial Patterns in the Amazon Basin by Jhon Jairo López‐Rojas, Diego Henrique Santiago, Mirco Solé, Ricardo Lourenço‐de‐Moraes

“…Integrating distribution maps, phylogenies, and trait data, we calculated phylogenetic (PD), functional (FD), and taxonomic (TD) diversity, including mean phylogenetic (PDmntd) and functional (FDmntd) distance to the nearest taxon. …”
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Associations between hyperketonemia and the rumen metagenome and metabolome in Holstein cows during the first 2 weeks postpartum by Anay D. Ravelo, Megan Ruch, Miguel Suazo, Peter Ferm, Rui Su, Chi Chen, Brian A. Crooker, Noelle R. Noyes, Isaac J. Salfer, Luciano S. Caixeta

“…Kraken2 was used to map reads to microbial taxonomic groups and Humann3.8 was used to predict potential functions. Metabolome profiling of rumen fluid was conducted using high-resolution liquid chromatography-mass spectroscopy. …”
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Validation of the Virtual Reality Stroop Room: Effects of inhibiting interfering information under time-pressure and task-switching demands by Veronika Ringgold, Luca Abel, Bjoern M. Eskofier, Nicolas Rohleder

“…The physiological stress response affects executive functions, such as inhibition, as assessed by the Stroop Color and Word Test. …”
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Let Your Will be in Your Hand if I Don’t Come: The Provisions of Tafwīz al-Talaq Reflected in Fatwas in Ottoman Family Law and Its Function as an Intra-Madhhab Remedy by Muharrem Midilli

“…This study focuses on the provisions of the tafwīz al-talaq as reflected in the fatwas and the function of the tafwīz al-talaq as a remedy within the madhhab in Ottoman family law. …”
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Functional diversity dynamics of waterbird communities driven by water levels at Shengjin Lake, a small river‐connected shallow lake in the middle and lower Yangtze River floodplai... by Yongzhi Wang, Xianglin Ji, Lizhi Zhou

“…Habitat heterogeneity and mudflat habitats have positive effects on functional diversity. The difference in functional diversity was primarily determined based on the foraging traits and strata of waterbirds. …”
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Association of ERCC2/XPD polymorphisms and the risk of head and neck carcinoma: a systematic review, meta-analysis, trial sequential analysis, network analysis, and functional effe... by Mohammad Moslem Imani, Ali Ashabi, Farzad Rezaei, Atefe Saffar Shahroudi, Sadegh Kashkouli, Edris Sadeghi, Masoud Sadeghi

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Role, function, and expectations of research funding committees: Perspectives from committee members [version 2; peer review: 1 approved, 2 approved with reservations, 1 not approv... by Amanda Blatch-Jones, Cherish Boxall, Katie Meadmore

“…There was high agreement that the purpose and role of committees and their members was to offer expert advice to make fair, impartial decisions on which research should be prioritised. Exploring the purpose, role, and function of funding committees has relevance and importance for funding organisations seeking to enhance and optimise the decision-making practice of funding committees.…”
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Effect of five non-invasive treatments on body composition, physical function and quality of life in elderly sarcopenia: a network meta-analysis of 22 randomized controlled trials by Demin Kong, Jiangang Chen

“…Different treatments have different effects on functional indicators, and clinics should personalize the selection of different interventions according to the patient’s condition and combine multiple interventions to achieve the best recovery results.…”
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Current status and influencing factors of social participation in patients undergoing maintenance haemodialysis: a Cross-sectional study following the international classification... by W. W. Ge, H. L. Zhang, P. Liu, L. X. Yin

“…Healthcare providers should prioritise older, unemployed patients and improve their social participation and quality of life by addressing issues such as fatigue, depression, and enhancing social support.…”
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