The alteration of the sensorimotor network in trigeminal neuralgia after microvascular decompression surgery: a follow-up study using independent component analysis by Yan Zhang, Yan Zhang, Xueju Wang, Xuefeng Wang, Gengdi Huang

“…Group ICA was used to identify ROIs and assessed inter-group differences in neural activity using false discovery rate (FDR) correction.ResultsCompared to the HC, increased activity was observed in the right frontal operculum cortex, right insular cortex, right inferior frontal gyrus (pars opercularis), and right frontal pole in TN patients. …”
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Clinico-epidemiological and immunological characteristics of rickettsioses in a Sri Lankan patient cohort 2018–2023 by Nayana Gunathilaka, Nilmini Chandrasena, Hemantha Sudusinghe, Vidusha Nethsara Mudalpath, Deshaka Jayakody, Ranjan Premaratna

“…Understanding epidemiological patterns and clinical manifestations is crucial for developing effective surveillance and prevention strategies. …”
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Bacterial isolates and antibiotic resistance in critically ill sepsis patients at a tertiary hospital in Ethiopia by Girum Tesfaye Kiya, Zeleke Mekonnen, Elsah Tegene Asefa, Esayas Kebede Gudina, Hanan Ahmed, Getenet Beyene, Mekidim Mekonnen, Gemeda Abebe

“…Current understanding of bacterial profiles, antibiotic resistance patterns, and the magnitude of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) and Carbapenemase (CP) producing isolates in critically ill patients is vital for implementing strong management approaches tailored to combat antibiotic resistance and improve patient outcomes. …”
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The relationship between social isolation and cognitive function in older patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a latent profile analysis by Minghua Han, Hongxia Wu, Huize Xu, Jian Zhao, Zhongwen Chang, Qian Zhao

“…The general information questionnaire, Social Network Scale Brief, Hamilton Depression Scale, Social Support Rating Scale, and Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale were employed. …”
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Predicting sleep quality among college students during COVID-19 lockdown using a LASSO-based neural network model by Lufeng Chen, Qingquan Chen, Zhimin Huang, Ling Yao, Jiajing Zhuang, Haibin Lu, Yifu Zeng, Jimin Fan, Ailing Song, Yixiang Zhang

“…Results A mean PSQI total score of 6.03 ± 3.21 and a sleep disorder rate of 29.4% (PSQI > 7) were obtained. Sleep quality, sleep latency, sleep efficiency, diurnal dysfunction, and PSQI score were all higher than the national norm (P < 0.05). …”
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Pedagogical university students’ ethical attitudes and competences regarding artificial intelligence: An empirical study by Alicja Baum, Maria Trzcińska-Król

“…Students expressed more positive attitudes towards the benefits of AI (M = 3.22) than levels of understanding of its disadvantages (M = 2.72). Respondents rated their competences (M = 2.65) and knowledge (M = 2.85) regarding AI as below average. …”
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Rapid detection and quantification of Nile Red-stained microplastic particles in sediment samples by Masashi Tsuchiya, Tomo Kitahashi, Yosuke Taira, Hitoshi Saito, Kazumasa Oguri, Ryota Nakajima, Dhugal J. Lindsay, Katsunori Fujikura

“…To estimate the contamination levels and distribution patterns, and develop countermeasures, the amount of MPs must be understood. …”
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Behaviour of post released translocated greater one-horned rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) at Manas National Park, Assam, India by Deba Dutta, Amit Sharma, Rita Mahanta, Anindya Swargowari

“…There was no drastic difference between behaviour patterns of translocated rhinos at Manas National Park and those of resident rhinos in Assam and Nepal. …”
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Investigation of corrosion void formation in a Ni-based alloy under simulated MSW incineration condition by Xinxin Wu, Terrence Wenga, Wenchao Ma

“…Therefore, in this study, corrosion void formation and migration mechanism on a newly designed alloy (Ni–28Cr–13Al–5W-0.06B-0.005C) was investigated and the corrosion rate of the alloy was compared with that of Ni–20Cr alloy under simulated municipal solid waste (MSW) incineration conditions at 600 °C. …”
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Interplay between C-reactive protein responses and antibiotic prescribing in people with suspected infection by Qingze Gu, Kevin Yuan, Jia Wei, Chang Ho Yoon, Anders Skyrud Danielsen, Augustine Luk, David W. Eyre, A. Sarah Walker

“…Here we investigated the association between serial CRP percentile changes, antibiotic prescribing patterns, and patient outcomes in a large cohort with suspected infection, acknowledging that CRP is one of multiple factors in clinical decision-making. …”
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Assessing the Impact of Land Use Changes on Ecosystem Service Values in Coal Mining Regions Using Google Earth Engine Classification by Shi Chen, Jiwei Qin, Shuning Dong, Yixi Liu, Pingping Sun, Dongze Yao, Xiaoyan Song, Congcong Li

“…We employed a random forest algorithm to classify land use patterns and calculated key indices—including the normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), normalized difference built-up index (NDBI), enhanced vegetation index (EVI), and bare soil index (BSI)—which were combined with topographic features. …”
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Tracking Pelagia noctiluca scyphomedusae by combining modeling and stable isotope approaches by Isabella D’Ambra, Isabella D’Ambra, Simona Saviano, Maria Assunta Ambrosio, Vincenzo Botte, Daniele Iudicone, Maria Grazia Mazzocchi, Louise Merquiol, Louise Merquiol, Louise Merquiol, Daniela Cianelli

“…Simulations indicated that surface circulation patterns promoted the permanence of medusae within the coastal area, particularly in summer. …”
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Gender differences in eating habits and sports preferences across age groups: a cross-sectional study by Stefania Gorini, Elisabetta Camajani, Edda Cava, Alessandra Feraco, Andrea Armani, Isaac Amoah, Tiziana Filardi, Xinyan Wu, Rocky Strollo, Massimiliano Caprio, Elvira Padua, Mauro Lombardo

“…This study examines gender-specific patterns in eating behaviours, sport preferences and body composition metrics, with the aim of providing evidence for tailored public health interventions. …”
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Adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell-supported ciprofloxacin therapy effectively protects the kidney parenchyma and functional integrity against acute pyelonephritis damage in rod... by Chih-Chao Yang, Ya Yue, Pei-Lin Shao, Ben-Chung Cheng, Tsuen-Wei Hsu, Yi-Ling Chen, Sheung-Fat Ko, Hon-Kan Yip, Mel S. Lee

“…The upstream inflammatory signaling (toll-like receptor-4, myeloid differentiation primary response 88, tumor necrosis factor receptor associated factor 6 and nuclear factor-kappa B) and downstream inflammatory signaling (tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-1 beta and interleukin-6) biomarkers exhibited identical patterns of kidney injury scores among the groups (all P < 0.0001). …”
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From west to east: dissecting the global shift in inflammatory bowel disease burden and projecting future scenarios by Kaiqi Yang, Changhao Zhang, Rui Gong, Wei Jiang, Yuchen Ding, Yang Yu, Jinlong Chen, Min Zhu, Jiaxuan Zuo, Xueping Huang, Lumei Wang, Peng Li, Xiujing Sun

“…This survey analyzed patterns and trends in the burden of IBD to aid future decision making. …”
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Molecular mechanism and biological pathway of high-expressed RAD51 in regulating cell adhesion and potentially affecting oral squamous cell carcinoma by Yu-Xing Tang, Yu-Yan Pang, Yan Cui, Guo-Jiao Wu, Lin-Qing Huang, Chang-Zhan Zhou, Bin Li, Qi Li, Bang-Teng Chi, Rong-Quan He, Di-Yuan Qin, Jian-Di Li, Gang Chen, Dong-Ming Li, Yi-Wu Dang

“…However, its multi-platform expression patterns and functional role in cell adhesion within the context of OSCC have not yet been comprehensively validated. …”
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Enhancing the accuracy of mental health assessments through the integration of self-report and objective measures: A convergence study utilizing biosignals and 14-day wearable data by Nayeon Kwon, Dongwon Lee, Soree Hwang, Soomin Yang, Inchan Youn, Hyuk-June Moon, Sungmin Han

“…Participants performed a laboratory-based mental arithmetic task designed to induce acute stress while their electrocardiogram (ECG) was recorded to extract heart rate variability (HRV) features. Additionally, they wore a smartwatch for 14 consecutive days to monitor stress levels multiple times daily, as well as continuous sleep and activity patterns. …”
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A Smartphone-Based Non-Destructive Multimodal Deep Learning Approach Using pH-Sensitive Pitaya Peel Films for Real-Time Fish Freshness Detection by Yixuan Pan, Yujie Wang, Yuzhe Zhou, Jiacheng Zhou, Manxi Chen, Dongling Liu, Feier Li, Can Liu, Mingwan Zeng, Dongjing Jiang, Xiangyang Yuan, Hejun Wu

“…A Temporal Convolutional Network (TCN) was then used to model dynamic patterns in chemical indicators across spoilage stages, combined with a Context-Aware Gated Fusion (CAG-Fusion) mechanism to adaptively integrate image and chemical temporal features. …”
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Modeling heterogeneity in cognitive trajectories in the Framingham Heart Study by Yuan Fang, Jiachen Chen, Jesse Mez, Jesse Mez, Jesse Mez, Claudia L. Satizabal, Claudia L. Satizabal, Claudia L. Satizabal, Michael L. Alosco, Michael L. Alosco, Michael L. Alosco, Wei Qiao Qiu, Wei Qiao Qiu, Wei Qiao Qiu, Margaret F. Doyle, Joanne M. Murabito, Joanne M. Murabito, Joanne M. Murabito, Kathryn L. Lunetta

“…IntroductionThe prevalence of cognitive impairment in the population is growing; however, there is substantial heterogeneity in the rate of decline across different cognitive domains. …”
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Wastewater-based epidemiology of influenza A virus in Shenzhen: baseline values and implications for multi-pathogen surveillance by Xiuyuan Shi, Shisong Fang, Chen Du, Guixian Luo, Yanpeng Cheng, Zhen Zhang, Qiuying Lv, Xin Wang, Zhigao Chen, Bincai Wei, Ziqi Wu, Bingchan Guo, Panpan Yang, Miaomiao Luo, Weihua Wu, Liping Zhou, Ting Huang, Xuan Zou, Xiaolu Shi, Songzhe Fu, Zhanwei Du, Xinxin Han, Yinghui Li, Qinghua Hu

“…Influenza A virus (IAV) has become increasingly unpredictable in its seasonal patterns following the COVID-19 pandemic. A key challenge remains identifying optimal moments for public health interventions to inform evidence-based decisions. …”
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