Lúcia Esther Duque Moliterno: conhecendo a história de vida de uma militante da enfermagem [Lúcia Esther Duque Moliterno: knowing the life story of a militant nurse] [Lúcia Esther... by Deybson Borba Almeida, Gilberto Tadeu Reis da Silva, Paulo Joaquim Pina Queiros, Genival Fernandes de Freitas, Igor Ferreira Borba de Almeida

“…Data were collected through a semi-structured interview to an exponent of Brazilian nursing. …”
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Cuidado domiciliar à criança e ao adolescente com diabetes mellitus tipo 1 na perspectiva do cuidador [Home care for child and adolescent home care with type 1 diabetes mellitus fr... by Rebeca Rosa Souza, Verônica Francisqueti Marquete, Viviane Cazetta de Lima Vieira, Mayara Johann Batista Fischer, Dandara Novakowski Spigolon, Sonia Silva Marcon

“…Method: in this qualitative, descriptive study conducted – after approval by the Standing Committee for Ethics in Research with Human Participants – with 11 caregivers residing in a municipality in northwestern Paraná, data were collected between February and May 2018 by recorded, semi-structured interview, and then subjected to thematic content analysis. …”
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Setores público e privado: características sociodemográficas das pessoas com tuberculose e ações de diagnóstico [Public and private sectors: sociodemographic characteristics of peo... by Jessica Oliveira Tomberg, Jenifer Härter, Lílian Moura de Lima, Dagoberta Alves Vieira, Eduarda Russo-Gonçalves, Roxana Isabel Cardozo-Gonzales

“…Method: this quantitative, cross-sectional study of 96 people with tuberculosis in a city of southern Brazil from 2013 to 2014 used structured forms, descriptive analysis and chi-square test. …”
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Considerations on the Human Body in European Art from Ancient Times to Present Day by Liviu Nedelcu

“…In this approach, we started from the finding, which has actually marked many years of my creation, that the human body may show itself in a sacred and profane hypostasis; as a result, this study was structured to account for the two dimensions. Along the documentation and drafting, I realized that, in fact, the human body can only be sacred even in its nude hypostasis. …”
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Water, sanitation, and hygiene conditions and prevalence of intestinal parasitosis among primary school children in Dessie City, Ethiopia. by Awoke Aschale, Metadel Adane, Melaku Getachew, Kebede Faris, Daniel Gebretsadik, Tadesse Sisay, Reta Dewau, Muluken Genetu Chanie, Amare Muche, Aregash Abebayehu Zerga, Mistir Lingerew, Mesfin Gebrehiwot, Leykun Berhanu, Ayechew Ademas, Masresha Abebe, Gebremariam Ketema, Mengistie Yirsaw, Kassahun Bogale, Fanos Yeshanew Ayele, Mequannent Sharew Melaku, Erkihun Tadesse Amsalu, Gedamnesh Bitew, Awoke Keleb, Gete Berihun, Tarikuwa Natnael, Seada Hassen, Mohammed Yenuss, Mengesha Dagne, Alelgne Feleke, Helmut Kloos

“…Data were collected using a pretested structured questionnaire, an observation checklist and laboratory analysis of stool samples. …”
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Influências sociodemográficas e laborais na satisfação profissional de enfermeiros em hospital público [Sociodemographic and occupational influences over job satisfaction between... by Evelin Daiane Gabriel Pinhatti, Marli Terezinha Oliveira Vannuchi, Mariana Neves Faria Tenani, Maria do Carmo Lourenço Haddad

“…Method: cross-sectional study, with quantitative aproach, conducted with 39 nurses who answered a structured questionnaire comprising socio-demographic and labor characteristics and the Work Satisfaction Index (WSI). …”
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Suspended Tissue Open Microfluidic Patterning (STOMP) by Amanda J. Haack, Lauren G. Brown, Alex J. Goldstein, Priti Mulimani, Jean Berthier, Asha R. Viswanathan, Irina Kopyeva, Jamison M. Whitten, Ariel Lin, Serena H. Nguyen, Thomas P. Leahy, Ella E. Bouker, Ruby M. Padgett, Natalie A. Mazzawi, Jodie C. Tokihiro, Ross C. Bretherton, Aaliyah Wu, Stephen J. Tapscott, Cole A. DeForest, Tracy E. Popowics, Erwin Berthier, Nathan J. Sniadecki, Ashleigh B. Theberge

“…Abstract Free‐standing tissue structures tethered between pillars are powerful mechanobiology tools for studying cell contraction. …”
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A rare case of ectopic pituitary adenoma originating from the third ventricle floor: Surgical approach and outcomes by Guive Sharifi, Elham Paraandavaji, Shahin Naghizadeh, Yalda Nilipour, Mohammad Ali Kazemi, Mahbube Ebrahimpur, Ali Jafari, Farzad Taghizadeh-Hesary

“…The patient underwent a lateral subfrontal translamina terminalis approach for tumor resection, ensuring maximal preservation of adjacent neurovascular structures. The procedure involved meticulous debulking of the tumor, careful preservation of the optic chiasm and hypothalamus, and watertight dural closure to minimize postoperative complications. …”
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Functional divergence of the two Elongator subcomplexes during neurodevelopment by Monika Gaik, Marija Kojic, Megan R Stegeman, Tülay Öncü‐Öner, Anna Kościelniak, Alun Jones, Ahmed Mohamed, Pak Yan Stefanie Chau, Sazia Sharmin, Andrzej Chramiec‐Głąbik, Paulina Indyka, Michał Rawski, Anna Biela, Dominika Dobosz, Amanda Millar, Vann Chau, Aycan Ünalp, Michael Piper, Mark C Bellingham, Evan E Eichler, Deborah A Nickerson, Handan Güleryüz, Nour El Hana Abbassi, Konrad Jazgar, Melissa J Davis, Saadet Mercimek‐Andrews, Sultan Cingöz, Brandon J Wainwright, Sebastian Glatt

“…Here, we identify ELP4 and ELP6 variants in patients with developmental delay, epilepsy, intellectual disability, and motor dysfunction. We determine the structures of human and murine Elp456 subcomplexes and locate the mutated residues. …”
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Safety net or social barrier? Social networks and barriers to monitoring type 2 diabetes management among Black/African American men by Tyler Prochnow, Megan S. Patterson, Jeong-Hui Park, Ledric D. Sherman, Matthew Lee Smith

“…Participants completed a comprehensive survey assessing social networks, barriers to T2D management using the Diabetes Care Profile, and demographic characteristics. Multiple linear regression analyses examined associations between network characteristics (interactions, social norms, composition, support, and structure) and barriers while controlling for demographic variables. …”
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Assessing GPT's capabilities in consumer food survey analysis: A comparative approach for understanding food technophobia and novel protein perceptions by Peihua Ma, Si Chen, Wenfan Su, Jiping Sheng, Xiaoxue Jia, Cheng-I Wei, Yunbo Luo, Jiao Xu, Yan Song, Ling Yong, Tong Ou, Ying Yue

“…Employing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), we investigate how food technophobia (FTN) and food values (FV) affect perceived benefits (PB) and perceived risks (PR), ultimately influencing consumer acceptance. …”
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Geometric design and optimization of extended surfaces for enhanced heat transfer: A comprehensive review by Zhihang Yan, Cheen Sean Oon, Boon Thong Tan, Jong Boon Ooi

“…All types of heat exchangers are classified and introduced according to the structural features of the heat transfer surface. The flow and heat transfer mechanisms of extended surface technology are elaborated. …”
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The role of mitochondria-associated ER membranes in disease pathology: protein complex and therapeutic targets by Jin Zhang, Jin Zhang, Dan Li, Lingjie Zhou, Lingjie Zhou, Yanying Li, Yanying Li, Qian Xi, Liuyun Zhang, Juan Zhang

“…A recent study has demonstrated that the proteins associated with MAMs are crucial for both the structural integrity and functional capabilities of the MAMs. …”
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All-temperature barocaloric effects at pressure-induced phase transitions by Xueting Zhao, Zhao Zhang, Takanori Hattori, Jiantao Wang, Lingli Li, Yating Jia, Wanwu Li, Jianing Xue, Xiaoyan Fan, Ruiqi Song, Jinlong Zhu, Peitao Liu, Xing-Qiu Chen, Zhidong Zhang, Bing Li

“…We depict the thermodynamic energy landscape to account for the structural instability. This unique all-temperature barocaloric effect presents a novel approach to highly applicable solid-state refrigeration technology, transcending the conventional multi-stage scenario.…”
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Geocultural heritage as a basis for geotourism development: Banjska Monastery, Zvečan (Serbia) by Bačević Nikola R., Radaković Milica G., Nikolić Milena, Radovanović Dragan, Barjaktarović Dejan, Tahov Vesna, Mirković Monika, Simić Dragan, Marković Rastko S., Marković Slobodan B., Radivojević Aleksandar, Tomić Tomislav, Lukić Tin, Marjanović Miloš

“…These analyses aimed to identify microfacies, composition, structural characteristics, and sedimentary environments. …”
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Experimental Study on Blockage Mechanism and Blockage Locations for Polymer-Flooded Reservoirs in the Henan Oilfield by Yu Li, Meilong Fu, Baofeng Hou, Zhiyuan Zhang, Ruiyi Sun

“…The results revealed that the rock compaction, poor physical properties, complex pore structure, high resistivity of surrounding rocks, and low formation water salinity make the water layer with high resistivity and difficult to identify gas and water.…”
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Study of heart rate variability in healthy humans as a function of age: considerations on the contribution of the autonomic nervous system and the role of the sinoatrial node by David A. Jorge Tasé, David A. Jorge Tasé, Leopoldo Garavaglia, Magdalena M. Defeo, Isabel M. Irurzun

“…IntroductionThis study focused on the complex structure of heart rate variability (HRV) in the healthy heart. …”
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Electrically conductive biopolymer-based hydrogels and fibrous materials fabricated using 3D printing and electrospinning for cardiac tissue engineering by Arnaud Kamdem Tamo, Ingo Doench, Kaveh Roshanbinfar, Alexandra Montembault, Anatoli Serghei, Felix B. Engel, Anayancy Osorio-Madrazo

“…Choosing the right material is crucial to support cardiac cell growth, proliferation, tissue maturation and functionality. 3D printing enables the fabrication of structures that mimic the hierarchical organization of native cardiac tissue, further enhancing its function. …”
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Aging-declined RNA exportation impairs hematopoietic stem cells by inducing R-loop by Ruiqing Chen, Qiongye Dong, Lihong Zhou, Hanqing He, Yingxue Du, Qianwen Sun, Toshio Suda, Tao Cheng, Jianwei Wang

“…The nuclear accumulation of RNA leads to the formation of RNA:DNA hybrids, known as R-Loop structures, consequently inducing replication stress and DNA damage. …”
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Nuclear receptor-SINE B1 network modulates expanded pluripotency in blastoids and blastocysts by Ka Wai Wong, Yingying Zeng, Edison Tay, Jia Hao Jackie Teo, Nadia Omega Cipta, Kiyofumi Hamashima, Yao Yi, Haijun Liu, Tushar Warrier, Minh T. N. Le, Soon Chye Ng, Qi-Jing Li, Hu Li, Yuin-Han Loh

“…Abstract Embryonic stem cells possess the remarkable ability to self-organize into blastocyst-like structures upon induction. These stem cell-based embryo models serve as invaluable platforms for studying embryogenesis and therapeutic developments. …”
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