Dual Role of α-MSH in Colitis Progression: Mediating Neutrophil Differentiation via Bone Marrow by Liao X, Liu H, Li Y, Zhang W, Dai Q, Wei H, Zhou J, Xie X, Zhou H

“…This study aims to investigate the alterations in the HPA and its potential roles during IBD development.Methods: We utilized a dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-induced colitis model in mice and employed immunofluorescence, real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), among other techniques, to evaluate the impact of colitis on the HPA. …”
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Genetic determinants of skin ageing: a systematic review and meta-analysis of genome-wide association studies and candidate genes by Chloe Wong, Jun Yan Ng, Yang Yie Sio, Fook Tim Chew

“…Various phenotypes such as wrinkling, pigmentation changes, and skin cancers have been linked to specific genetic loci. However, the underlying genetic mechanisms and pathways remain poorly understood. …”
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Drug-induced autoimmune-like hepatitis: A disproportionality analysis based on the FAERS database. by Wangyu Ye, Yuan Ding, Meng Li, Zhihua Tian, Shaoli Wang, Zhen Liu

“…This study aimed to systematically identify drugs linked to DI-ALH by analyzing adverse event reports from the U.S. …”
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The Role of Mature Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor and Its Precursor in Predicting Early-Onset Insomnia in Stroke Patients Experiencing Early Neurological Deterioration by Shi G, Yu P, Wang Z, Xu M, Guo M, Wang X, Zhou R

“…Serum levels of mBDNF and proBDNF were quantified using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. EOI was diagnosed according to the International Classification of Sleep Disorders, Third Edition (ICSD-3). …”
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Effects of Nontraditional Division III Lacrosse Participation on Movement Pattern Quality and Dynamic Postural Control by Christopher Rosenborough, Sean M. Collins, Edward Smith, Thomas G Bowman

“…Asymmetry frequency significantly increased in males in the hurdle step from two individuals to nine ($\chi^2$~1~=25.52, p<0.01), inline lunge from 10 to 20 ($\chi^2$~1~=12.50, p<0.01), and shoulder mobility from 4 to 21 ($\chi^2$~1~=78.53, p<0.01). …”
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Social Media Use and Oral Health–Related Misconceptions in Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Study by Rahaf Hamdan BinHamdan, Salwa Abdulrahman Alsadhan, Arwa Zohair Gazzaz, AlBandary Hassan AlJameel

“…Participants who followed dental-specific accounts had significantly lower misconceptions, while trust in social media as a source of information was linked to higher counts of misconceptions. These findings highlight the importance of promoting credible content from verified sources to combat misconceptions. …”
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TGF-β induces cholesterol accumulation to regulate the secretion of tumor-derived extracellular vesicles by Dorival Mendes Rodrigues-Junior, Chrysoula Tsirigoti, Konstantina Psatha, Dimitris Kletsas, Michalis Aivaliotis, Carl-Henrik Heldin, Aristidis Moustakas

“…MMP inhibitor or proteinase treatment blocked EV-mediated SMAD signaling, suggesting that EVs require MMP activity to release the active TGF-β from its latent complex, a function also linked to the EV-mediated transfer of pro-migratory potential and ability of cancer cells to survive in the presence of cytotoxic drugs. …”
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Spatial distribution and determinants of children ever born among reproductive age women in Ethiopia: spatial and multilevel analysis of 2019 mini Ethiopian demographic health surv... by Ahmed Fentaw Ahmed, Bezawit Adane, Tilahun Degu Tsega, Mekides Nigusu, Kalaab Esubalew Sharew, Abebaw Molla, Mulugeta Tesfa

“…From community level variables: a community with high proportion of contraceptive non user [AOR = 1.38, 95% CI (1.94–2.04)] were positively associated with high number of CEB.ConclusionBoth individual and community-level factors were significantly linked to a high number of children born. The government is advised to prioritize interventions that promote women's education, delay first births, and provide access to a range of contraceptive options, ensuring informed, voluntary choices. …”
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Diplomacia científica aplicada a la economía - Scientific diplomacy applied to economics by Vicente René Encalada Encarnación, Mayra Paola Mizhquero Jaramillo 

“…Methodology: the research applied a mathematical framework to link scientific diplomacy with economic dynamics, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses with a comprehensive review of scientific data. …”
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The association between stress-induced hyperglycemia ratio and cardiovascular events as well as all-cause mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease and diabetic nephropathy by Boning Cao, Zhendong Guo, Dan-Ting Li, Le-Ying Zhao, Zhen Wang, Ya-Bin Gao, Yao-Xian Wang

“…Abstract The stress hyperglycemia ratio (SHR) is an emerging biomarker used to assess blood glucose levels under acute stress conditions and has been linked to the incidence of adverse clinical outcomes. …”
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Danggui-Shaoyao-San Can Ameliorate Alzheimer&rsquo;s Disease by Inhibiting Hippocampal Neuron Apoptosis: Findings from Serum Pharmacology by Zhang KX, Zhang JW, Jiang YH, Wang YR, Liu ZL, Ding PL, Wang XY, Cui WQ, Xu XQ, Wang YH

“…C57BL/6J mice and Hippocampal neuronal cell line (HT-22) were used to prepare the AD model. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (Elisa), quantitative polymerase chain reaction (q-PCR), Morris water maze,Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemical and Immunofluorescence were used to study the effect of DSS on AD. …”
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Rethinking Language by Gastor Mapunda, Tracey Costley, Hannah Gibson, Nancy Kula, Colin Reilly

“…We view these pedagogies as an essential factor in teacher training which is linked to wider notions of access and equality, but which is currently being overlooked.   …”
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Transcriptomic profiles of monocyte-derived macrophages exposed to SARS-CoV-2 VOCs reveal immune-evasion escape driven by delta by Alessia Gallo, Josè Camilla Sammartino, Roberta Vazzana, Roberto Giambruno, Claudia Carcione, Nicola Cuscino, Salvatore Castelbuono, Vitale Miceli, Matteo Bulati, Daniele Lilleri, Irene Cassaniti, Pier Giulio Conaldi, Fausto Baldanti

“…Conclusion The SARS-CoV-2-dependent alteration of the transcriptome of monocyte-derived macrophage (MDM)-infected cells can be linked to the chronological order of the variants’ appearance in the human population. …”
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Targeting HVEM-GPT2 axis: a novel approach to T cell activation and metabolic reprogramming in non-small cell lung cancer therapy by Yuanshan Yao, Chunji Chen, Bin Li, Wen Gao

“…Using the TIDE algorithm, our results showcased a link between HVEM levels and immune dysfunction in NSCLC patients. …”
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Implementasi Simple Additive Weight pada Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Penerima Bantuan Stimulan Perumahan Swadaya Berbasis Web di Dinas Perumahan dan Kawasan Pemukiman Kota Magelang by Eko Joko Pamungkas, Uky Yudatama, Emilya Ully Artha

“…Adapun kriteria yang harus dipenuhi untuk mendapatkan Bantuan Stimulan Perumahan Swadaya ini Kondisi Atap, Dinding, Pintu & Jendela, Lantai, Pondasi,Sanitasi, dan calon penerima harus merupakan warga negara Indonesia dan mempunyai sertifikat hak milik atas tanah rumah tersebut. …”
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Analisis Faktor-Faktor Penentu Kepuasan Pengguna Layanan Paylater Dengan Pendekatan Regresi Linier by Kastaman, Siska Komala Sari, Tora Fahrudin, Heru Nugroho

“…The findings of this study add to what is already known by linking paylater user satisfaction to ideas that have been researched in other technology environments.   …”
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Faktor-Faktor yang Memengaruhi Niat Terus Menggunakan Platform Akuakultur Elektronis: Studi Kasus Aplikasi eFisheryku by Andre Nurrohman, Imairi Eitiveni

“…The results showed that nine hypotheses were accepted and seven hypotheses were rejected. …”
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Nonlinear Association Between the Liver Fat Content and the Risk of Hyperuricemia in Prediabetic Individuals: Evidence from Cross-Sectional Health Screening Data in China by Liu A, Li X, Zhang X, Chen K, Zou Z, Sun Y, Zhou J, Li Z, Wu X, Lv X, Li H, Guo Z, Li Y

“…Ao Liu,1 Xin Li,2 Xueyi Zhang,1 Keke Chen,3 Zhi Zou,4 Yongbing Sun,1 Jing Zhou,5 Zhonglin Li,4 Xiaoling Wu,6 Xue Lv,5 Hao Li,7 Zhiping Guo,8 Yongli Li5 1Department of Medical Imaging, People’s Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Medical Imaging, People’s Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Medical Imaging, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Xinxiang Medical College, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China; 4Department of Medical Imaging, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China; 5Department of Health Management, Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chronic Disease Health Management, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China; 6Department of Nuclear Medicine, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China; 7Department of Health Management, Fuwai Central China Cardiovascular Hospital, Zhengzhou, 451464, People’s Republic of China; 8Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chronic Disease Health Management, Fuwai Huazhong Cardiovascular Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Yongli Li, Department of Health Management, Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chronic Disease Health Management, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450003, People’s Republic of China, Email [email protected]: The impact of hepatic lipid accumulation on hyperuricemia presents an intriguing research avenue, particularly in light of existing studies linking obesity with hyperuricemia. Nevertheless, there remains a scarcity of quantitative investigations into the correlation between liver fat content (LFC) and hyperuricemia among prediabetic cohorts, notably within the Chinese demographic.Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Health Management Center of Henan Provincial People’s Hospital between January 2019 and December 2023, involving 2,950 pre-diabetic participants. …”
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Validity, Accuracy, and Safety Assessment of an Aerobic Interval Training Using an App-Based Prehabilitation Program (PROTEGO MAXIMA Trial) Before Major Surgery: Prospective, Inter... by Sara Fatima Faqar Uz Zaman, Svenja Sliwinski, Lisa Mohr-Wetzel, Julia Dreilich, Natalie Filmann, Charlotte Detemble, Dora Zmuc, Felix Chun, Wojciech Derwich, Waldemar Schreiner, Wolf Bechstein, Johannes Fleckenstein, Andreas A Schnitzbauer

“…During the exercise, patients wore app-linked wearables for heart rate and distance measurements, which were compared with standard ECG and treadmill measurements. …”
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Advances in machine learning applications to resource technology for organic solid waste by Hongzhi MA, Yichan LIU, Jihua ZHAO, Fan FEI, Ming GAO, Qunhui WANG

“…Finally, this work highlights the need for future research to focus on the integration of ML models with real-time process monitoring and control systems. By linking ML with data-driven control strategies, such as model predictive control, it may be possible to develop fully automated, intelligent OSW treatment systems that optimize resource recovery and minimize environmental impact. …”
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