Muscle power is associated with higher levels of walking capacity and self-reported gait performance and physical activity in individuals with cerebral palsy by Mattie E. Pontiff, Mattie E. Pontiff, Abhinandan Batra, Li Li, Noelle G. Moreau

“…Self-reported mobility performance and physical activity also showed moderate to strong relationships with lower extremity power. Overall, these results suggest a strong link between decreased muscle power generation and walking limitations in individuals with CP.…”
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Bifurcation analysis of multistability and hysteresis in a model of HIV infection by I. V. Mironov, M. Yu. Khristichenk, Yu. M. Nechepurenko, D. S. Grebennikov, G. A. Bocharov

“…For this reason, it is extremely important to use methods of mathematical modeling of HIV-1 infection dynamics for theoretical analysis of possibilities of reducing the viral load by affecting the immune system without the usage of antiviral therapy. …”
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Cognitive Disorders In Acquired Sensorineural Hearing Loss, At The Ent Department Of The “Village Bondeko” Center, In Kinshasa by Masamba GR, Sokolo Gedikondele J, Longo-Mbenza B, Nganga Nkanga MS, Matanda Nzanza R, Matonda-ma-Nzuzi T, Ikanga J, Nge Okwe A, Lema Mabwaka G, Mawalala Malengele H, Nangi Mampuya C, Lumbu Malundama D

“…The average age was 54.11 ± 20 years, with extremes ranging from 20 to 87 years. In univariate analysis, there was a significant association (p< 0.0001) between the degree of hearing loss and cognitive disorders. …”
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Comparative transcriptomics reveal stage-dependent parasitic adaptations in the myxozoan Sphaerospora molnari by Monika M. Wiśniewska, Jiří Kyslík, Gema Alama-Bermejo, Alena Lövy, Martin Kolísko, Astrid S. Holzer, Anush Kosakyan

“…Each lineage has developed mechanisms to invade hosts, exploit resources, and ensure replication, but our knowledge of survival mechanisms in many parasitic taxa remain extremely limited. One such group is the Myxozoa, which are obligate, dixenous cnidarians. …”
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Spatiotemporal variation in biomass abundance of different algal species in Lake Hulun using machine learning and Sentinel-3 images by Zhaojiang Yan, Chong Fang, Kaishan Song, Xiangyu Wang, Zhidan Wen, Yingxin Shang, Hui Tao, Yunfeng Lyu

“…This study compared and evaluated 6 commonly used machine learning models, including extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost), support vector regression (SVR), backpropagation neural network (BP), gradient boosting decision tree (GBDT), random forest (RF), and categorical boosting (CatBoost). …”
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Control of the ratio of monovalent and bivalent ions in drinking water treatment by nanofiltration method by D. V. Spitsov, A. G. Pervov, I. A. Abrosimova

“…In this paper, a new approach is proposed to apply nanofiltration membranes using double stage treatment and separate monovalent and bivalent ions and increase calcium and TDS content in product water leaving the lithium content at the extreme level. The use of developed method enables to reduce operational costs due to lower membrane replacement costs, reagent consumption for scale prevention and concentrate discharges.…”
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Evaluation method and application for in-situ stress in No. 8+9 coal seam, southern Shenfu block, northeastern margin of Ordos Basin by Jiawei WU, Wei TANG, Yanhe ZHU, Cunwu WANG, Yongjing TIAN, Jingyu ZI, Jianghao YANG, Xian SHI

“…This approach aims to enhance production through large-scale extreme volume fracturing in horizontal wells by integrating the productivity of natural fractures and induced hydraulic fractures. …”
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Medición de la compensación del riesgo en el mercado de criptomonedas - Measuring risk compensation in the cryptocurrency market by Andrés Caicedo Carrero, Jorge Alexander Cortés Cortés, Wilmar Arnulfo Bravo Murillo, Myriam Aydee Moreno Garzón

“…Results: the findings revealed that cryptocurrencies exhibited higher volatility and extreme returns compared to the S&P 500, with significant differences in their ability to compensate for risk. …”
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Identification of biomarkers for knee osteoarthritis through clinical data and machine learning models by Wei Chen, Haotian Zheng, Binglin Ye, Tiefeng Guo, Yude Xu, Zhibin Fu, Xing Ji, Xiping Chai, Shenghua Li, Qiang Deng

“…Based on these rankings, predictive models were constructed using Logistic Regression (LR), Random Forest (RF), eXtreme Gradient Boosting (xGBoost), Naive Bayes (NB), Support Vector Machine (SVM), and Decision Tree (DT) algorithms. …”
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Determining the association of hyperoxia while on extracorporeal life support with mortality in neonates following Norwood operation by Beshish Asaad G., Aljiffry Alaa, Xiang Yijin, Evans Sean, Scheel Amy, Harriott Ashley, Patel Shayli, Amedi Alan, Harding Amanda, Davis Joel, Shashidharan Subhadra, Kwiatkowski David M.

“…Background: Patients requiring extracorporeal life support (ECLS) support post-Norwood operation constitute an extremely high-risk group. Materials and methods: We retrospectively aimed to evaluate the relationship of hyperoxia with mortality and other clinical outcomes in patients who required ECLS following Norwood operation between January/2010 and December/2020 in a large volume center. …”
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Utilisation des Anti-Inflammatoires Non Stéroïdiens chez les personnes âgées en rhumatologie au CHR-Tsévié (Togo) by VES Koffi-Tessio, E Fianyo, ML Diallo, S Oniankitan, A Adjolou, KC Tagbor, KA Nouvedji, M Ngakui, A Tsowou, C Deghela, K Kakpovi, P Houzou, O Oniankitan, M Mijiyawa

“…L’âge moyen était de 69 ans (extrêmes de 65 ans et 98 ans). L’hypertension artérielle était présente chez 118 patients (49%), une insuffisance rénale chez 6 (2,5%) et une hémorragie digestive chez 9 (3,7%). …”
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Athletic Shoulder Test Differences Exist Bilaterally in Healthy Pitchers by Aaron Trunt, Brandon T. Fisher, Lisa N. MacFadden

“…# Background There is a lack of valid and reliable tests that assess upper extremity strength and function for rehabilitation and injury prevention purposes in throwing athletes. …”
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Pengukuran Tingkat Kapabilitas Sistem Pengolahan Data Survei Pada Manajamen Kinerja Dan Manajemen Data Operasi Menggunakan Dmbok Dan Cobit2019 Di BPS RI by Siti Mawar Rini Wintang, Yova Ruldeviyani, Joko Parmiyanto, Freddy Richard Putra Hulu, Azanisa Putri, Rifta Dimas Sulistiyo

“…With the increasing demand for data, a system that can produce fast and accurate data is extremely necessary. To achieve the goals of digital transformation through the implementation of ICS, it is crucial to have good performance and data operations managements. …”
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Effect of Soft Rehabilitation Robot Gloves on Upper Limb and Hand Function of Stroke Patients：A Meta-Analysis by YU Tingting, SHEN Yuwei, WAN Guomeng, LI Jianan

“…The randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of SRG intervention for patients with upper limb and hand motor dysfunction after stroke were included, and the retrieval time was from the database inception to August 2023.The primary outcome measures included Fugl-Meyer assessment of the upper extremity (FMA-UE), modified Barthel index (MBI), Wolf motor function test (WMFT), grip strength, box and block test (BBT) and action research arm test (ARAT). …”
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Engagement féminin en Kabylie et intersection des revendications (1980-2001). Dominations, expériences et négociations identitaires by Margherita Rasulo

“…However, the revival of women’s specific demands remained extremely limited and even regressed from 2001 onwards. …”
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A long-term drought reconstruction based on oxygen isotope tree ring data for central and eastern parts of Europe (Romania) by V. Nagavciuc, V. Nagavciuc, G. Helle, M. Rădoane, C.-C. Roibu, M.-G. Cotos, M. Ionita, M. Ionita

“…Conversely, low <span class="inline-formula"><i>δ</i>¹⁸</span>O values (indicating wet conditions) corresponded to negative pressure anomalies over Europe. Moreover, extreme values of <span class="inline-formula"><i>δ</i>¹⁸</span>O are also associated with the prevalence of a hemispheric teleconnection pattern, namely wave number 4. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Multiple Hydrological Models in Assessing Climate Change Impacts on the Mille Watershed, Awash Basin, Ethiopia by Asmare Belay Nigussie, Mihiretie Ayana, Dessalegn Worku Ayalew, Gerawork Feleke, Asnake Enawgaw Amognehegn, Anteneh Yayeh Adamu, Andualem Endalew, Tewodrose Desale Meselaw, Shankar Karuppannan

“…The significance of this study lies in its contribution to understanding climate-hydrology interactions in a vulnerable region, providing actionable insights for adaptation planning, policy formulation, and sustainable resource management in the face of climate change. Extreme high and low changes in flow were used to quantify this impact. …”
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Assessing Heat Resistance and Selecting Heat-Resistant Individuals of Largemouth Bass (<i>Micropterus salmoides</i>) with Tiered Thermal Exposure by Haijie Chen, Hui Qiao, Zhicheng Xv, Guili Song, Shuning Liu, Cheng Luo, Yong Long, Shimei Lin

“…Through the tiered exposure method, extremely heat-resistant individuals were successfully selected from the population (average body weight 22.69 ± 6.89 g). …”
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Iron deficiency in endure athletes by Michał Rogulski, Yauheniya Patarocha, Aleksandra Ślusarska, Jolanta Mędyk, Paulina Błasiak, Małgorzata Wirkijowska, Patryk Mikołajec, Ruslan Huk, Barbara Bilecka, Jakub Wirkijowski

“…To prevent iron deficiency it is extremely important to introduce iron-rich foods to your diet. …”
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Changing patterns of cardiovascular diseases and subtypes induced by kidney dysfunction among 25–64 years in China from 1992 to 2021 by Guoqiang Zeng, Hongliang Wang, Pinghui Cao, Jinyang Zhao, Lingyun Liu, Hui Guo

“…Methods This study extracted data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021, focusing on deaths and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) caused by KD-induced CVD and subtypes, including ischemic heart disease (IHD), stroke, and lower extremity peripheral artery disease (LEPAD) among 25–64 years globally and in China from 1992 to 2021. …”
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