Exploring the genetic correlation and causal relationships between breast cancer and meningioma using bidirectional Mendelian randomization by Lu Ding, Bo Chen, Zhou Zhou, Zhaojun Mei, Kan Cao, Xinyu Lu, Wei Chen

“…Abstract Previous studies have indicated a significantly higher prevalence of breast cancer (BC) among female patients with meningioma compared to the general female population. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the causal relationship between BC and meningioma at the genetic level. …”
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Assessment of Air Pollution Tolerance and Physicochemical Alterations of Alstonia scholaris (L.) R.Br. along Roadsides of Lahore, Pakistan by Zahid Mehmood, Ali Hasnain, Muhammad Luqman, Sohaib Muhammad, Narayan Babu Dhital, Arooba John, Maryam Iqbal, Amna Ejaz, Matiba Tufail, Harma, Hsi-Hsien Yang, Muhammad Umer Farooq Awan

“…Leaf area, ascorbic acid content (AAC), total chlorophyll (TCh) content, leaf extract pH, relative water content (RWC), and dust accumulation on leaf surface were measured for the roadside plantation and compared with the control plants (at background sites, 20 km away from polluted sites). …”
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The impact of glucocorticoid receptor transactivation on context-dependent cell migration dynamics by Szonja Polett Pósa, Éva Saskői, Lili Bársony, Lőrinc Pongor, Fanni Fekete, János Papp, Anikó Bozsik, Attila Patócs, Henriett Butz

“…Additionally, higher expression of GR and increased GR signature were observed in fast-migrating cells compared to slow-migrating ones. Positive correlation between the GR signature and migration signature at the single-cell level indicated an association between GR activity and cell migration. …”
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Protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial examining the effects of temporarily pausing Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitor therapy to coincide with SARS-CoV-2 vaccination... by Abhishek Abhishek, Jonathan A Cook, Helen M Parry, Anne Francis, Lelia Duley, Vicki S Barber, Paul Moss, Nicholas Peckham

“…This study aims to determine in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) if a 3-week pause in Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitor therapy (BTKi) starting 1 week before delivery of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster, improves vaccine immune response when compared with continuation of BTKi.Methods and analysis An open-label, randomised controlled superiority trial will be conducted in haematology clinics in approximately 10 UK National Health Service (NHS) hospitals. …”
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Modelling the mode choice behaviour of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) users in the Solent area of the UK by Nazam Ali, Seda Sucu Sagmanli, Nima Dadashzadeh, Djamila Ouelhadj

“…Retired and employed users are less likely to select public/shared transport compared to private transport, indicating negative perceptions toward this mode. …”
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Evidence-based cancer care: assessing guideline adherence of multidisciplinary tumor board recommendations for breast and colorectal cancer in a non-academic medical center by Carl-Stephan Leonhardt, Leopold Lanzenberger, Raphael Puehringer, Ulla Klaiber, Irene Hauser, Oliver Strobel, Gerald Prager, Martin Bodingbauer

“…Conclusion Overall, guideline adherence was high for colorectal and breast cancer and comparable to results from academic medical centers. …”
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ucumeropsis mannii seed oil protects against Bisphenol A- induced testicular mitochondrial damages by Patrick Maduabuchi, Aja, Hilary Akobi, Ogwoni, Peter Chinedu, Agu, Ejike Ugbala, Ekpono, Joshua Nonso, Awoke, Oliver Ugochukwu, Ukachi, Obasi Uche, Orji, Boniface Anthony, Ale, Chinonso Peter, Nweke, Esther Ugo, Alum, Darlington C., Chukwu, Christian E., Offor, Atamgba Agbor, Asuk, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Ojochenemi E., Yakubu, J. B., Akob, Onyedika Gabriel, Ani, Chinaza Godswill, Awuchi

“…BPA + CMSO-treated group showed a significant increase in GPx activity compared with BPA-exposed rats. CMSO treatment significantly increased catalase activity in comparison with that of rats exposed to BPA. …”
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Examining Family Influence on the Academic Performance of Pupils in Selected Primary Schools in Hamurwa Sub-County, Rubanda District. by Kiconco, Kate

“…The study findings found revealed that majority 56% of the respondents were males compared to females. Most other respondents stayed with mothers and both parents. …”
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Bank Credit and Loan Repayment During Covid-19 In Kabale District: A Case of Lyamujungu SACCO. by Byamukama, Dicky

“…A cross-sectional survey design was used to examine, characterize, and compare bank credit and loan repayment in Kabale District using Lyamujungu SACCO as a case study. …”
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Safety of Drinking Water from Primary Water Sources and Implications for the General Public in Uganda by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Sarah, Namubiru, Roland, Kamugisha, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Fred, Ssempijja, Alfred, Omachonu Okpanachi, Hellen, Wambui Kinyi, Jovile Kasande, Atusiimirwe, Dickson Stuart, Tayebwa, Joy, Suubo, Edgar Mario, Fernandez, Nathan, Nshakira, Andrew, Tamale

“…Water safety measures (EDI, HI, and ILCR) were established for each water source and compared with local and international water permissible standards for each analyte. …”
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In vitro Antibacterial Efficacy of Bidens pilosa, Ageratum conyzoides and Ocimum suave Extracts against HIV/AIDS Patients’ Oral Bacteria in South-Western Uganda by Joseph Obiezu, Chukwujekwu Ezeonwumelu, Muhammad, Ntale, Steve, Okwudili Ogbonnia, Ezera, Agwu, Julius, Kihdze Tanayen, Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Okonkwo, Chukwudi Onyeka, Anthonia, Shodunke, Ambrose, Amamchukwu Akunne, Onokiojare, Ephraim Dafiewhare, Jennifer, Chibuogwu Ebosie, Frederick, Byarugaba

“…These tested medicinal plants’ extracts and ceftriaxone had significant activity against oral bacteria with ACA having the best activity when compared with the control. However, the plants’ extracts were resisted by some of the bacteria. …”
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SACCOs and Agricultural Production in Uganda: A Case Study of Kitenga Village in Kebisoni Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Nitwikiriza, Racheal

“…From objective three, the study indicated how do SACCOs affect the income levels of members in the Kebisoni sub-county, Rukungiri district and these included supporting income generating activities, participation in a SACCO often instills financial discipline among members, SACCOS often offer lower interest rates on loans compared to traditional financial institutions, SACCOS encourage a culture of saving among members, SACCOs may engage in community development projects funded by their activities, SACCOs may support entrepreneurial initiatives among their members, members can use SACCO loans to start or expand businesses…”
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Performance of Sisal Fabre as Natural Geotextile to Reinforce Soil Layers on Unpaved Road. by Kyomugasho, Lilian

“…The findings relating to these laboratory tests include: The liquid limit was 38%, plastic limit was 21%, plasticity index 17%, MDD was increased from 1.829 to 1.849Mg/M3 and CBR values using 60,30 and 10 blows increased from 3.7% to 9.2%,6.9%, 5.2%after the application of sisal fibre after the second, third and fourth layers of the soil compared to the CBR values without sisal and particle size was obtained and the clay soil was classified as silty or clayey grave sand and soil sample fall under group classification of A-2-6. …”
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Investigating a Suitable Ratio of Iron Ore Tailings and Quarry Dust in Concrete Production. by Kasozi, Mark

“…The main objective of this study is to investigate a suitable ratio of iron ore tailings and quarry dust in concrete production by determining the physical properties of fine aggregate, designing a concrete mix conducting mechanical tests, and conducting a comparative study between the effect of Buhara IOT and Ntungoma quarry dust. …”
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Assessing the Impact of Social Media Usage and Performance of the Selected Small and Medium Businesses in Ntungamo District. by Nyamwija, Bonitah

“…The study was guided by the following objectives; to evaluate whether small business‟ owner-managers” in the Ntungamo district find any importance of social media in their businesses, to determine the performance of small businesses in the Ntungamo district after adaptation of social media compared to the one without social media and to find the challenges encountered when small business owner-managers in Ntungamo district use social media in their business in Ntungamo district The study adopted a descriptive research design comprising of both qualitative and quantitative approaches. …”
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¬¬Effect of Soil and Moisture Conservation Technologies on Growth and Grain Yields of Climbing Beans in Lake Mulehe Sub-catchment South-Western Uganda. by Kushaba, Laban Katende

“…These practices notably influenced soil physicochemical properties with mulching having the most significant impact, with plots exhibiting higher average soil pH (6.46), organic matter (4.65%), phosphorus (15.96 ppm), and lower bulk density (1.06 g/cm3) compared to those with no soil and moisture conservation measures (control plots). …”
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Design of a Mechanised Sorghum Sieving Machine Used in Agriculture Production. by Amanya, Davis

“…The methods involved desk review by comparing the existing specifications with the mode of operations, and interviews through direct interviews with local farmers about the capacity of their product. …”
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Difference of clinical characteristics in patients with reinfection and primary infection variants of SARS-CoV-2: a retrospective study in China by Chao-Chao Qiu, Xiao-Qing Lin, Qiang Zhang, Ya-Long Chen, Xiao-Qiao Su, Ming-Ying Zhang, Le-Fei Zhu, Zhi-Ruo Lin, Fang Cheng, Shang-Ren Xie, Ji-Chan Shi, Xian-Gao Jiang

“…The severity was milder compared to that in patients with primary SARS-CoV-2 infection.…”
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Intelligent diagnosis and prediction of pregnancy induced hypertension in obstetrics and gynecology teaching by integrating GA by Xiaolan Li, Xiaolan Li, Xiaolan Li, Fen Kang, Fen Kang, Fen Kang, Xiaojing Li, Xiaojing Li, Xiaojing Li

“…The model achieved superior performance metrics, including the highest recall (0.768), F-score (0.728), and area under the curve (0.832) when compared to other prevalent models. Furthermore, the area under the curve for both early and late clinical assessments reached peak values of 0.996 and 0.792, respectively, when evaluated using the ratio of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 1 to placental growth factor.ConclusionThe intelligent diagnosis and prediction methodology for gestational hypertension proposed in this study exhibited remarkable efficacy and holds significant promise for implementation in both educational and clinical settings within obstetrics and gynecology, thereby advancing intelligent medical diagnostics in China.…”
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Spine surgery and readmission: Risk factors in lumbar corpectomy patients by Julius Gerstmeyer, MD, Anna Gorbacheva, August Avantaggio, Clifford Pierre, MD, Emre Yilmaz, MD, Thomas A. Schildhauer, MD, Amir Abdul-Jabbar, MD, Rod J Oskouian, MD, Jens R Chapman, MD

“…Underlying pathologies have a greater impact on the readmission rate compared to medical comorbidities. These findings highlight the importance of preoperative patient selection, especially when performing more invasive procedures. …”
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