Rapid water-triggered hardening of ethanol-softened shape memory polyurethane for shape fixation and minimally invasive biomedical applications by Tao Xi Wang, Ming Jun Gao, Ting Xuan Jordon Neo, Xuan Qi Amos Lim, Jun Hong Ng, Hong Mei Chen, Hu Wei Bian, Xing Shen, Wei Min Huang, Tao Jiang

“…In vascular phantom models, the SMPU foam demonstrates conformal filling of aneurysmal geometries with secure fixation post-hardening. These findings suggest a solvent-responsive, biocompatible platform suitable for embolization and other minimally invasive biomedical applications, offering a safer and faster alternative to traditional shape memory approaches.…”
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Feasibility of Xenogeneic Mitochondrial Transplantation in Neuronal Systems: An Exploratory Study by Eriko Nakamura, Tomoaki Aoki, Cyrus E. Kuschner, Yusuke Endo, Jacob S. Kazmi, Tai Yin, Ryosuke Takegawa, Lance B. Becker, Kei Hayashida

“…In vivo, rat mitochondrial DNA was detected in mouse brains post–xeno-MTx, confirming donor mitochondrial delivery to ischemic tissue. …”
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Amyloid-beta 40 as a biomarker of cognitive impairment in acute ischemic stroke by Aleksey A. Kulesh, Viktor E. Drobakha, Elena M. Kuklina, Vladimir V. Shestakov

“…The concentration of Aβ 40 in the cerebrospinal fluid is a biological marker of severity type of post-stroke cognitive impairment. This interaction is probably due to the damage to the hippocampus, thalamus and cingulate tracts. …”
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Mitigation of endemic GI-tract pathogen-mediated inflammation through development of multimodal treatment regimen and its impact on SIV acquisition in rhesus macaques. by Rachele M Bochart, Kathleen Busman-Sahay, Stephen Bondoc, David W Morrow, Alexandra M Ortiz, Christine M Fennessey, Miranda B Fischer, Oriene Shiel, Tonya Swanson, Christine M Shriver-Munsch, Hugh B Crank, Kimberly M Armantrout, Aaron M Barber-Axthelm, Charlotte Langner, Cassandra R Moats, Caralyn S Labriola, Rhonda MacAllister, Michael K Axthelm, Jason M Brenchley, Brandon F Keele, Jacob D Estes, Scott G Hansen, Jeremy V Smedley

“…Reduction in and increased consistency of number of transmitted founder variants resulting from challenge seen in the proof of concept study directly correlated with post-treatment GPF animal's improved barrier function and reduction of key target cell populations (Ki-67+ CD4+T cells) at the site of viral acquisition in the follow up study. …”
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The Temporal Changes in Ankle Joint Pathology, Pain and Secondary Osteoporosis in Collagen-Induced Arthritis Rats by Liu Q, Nan N, Li W, Dong M, Pu W, Liu Y, Zhao J, Hao H

“…Additionally, the result showed that repeated open-field tests might reduce the total distance of spontaneous movement.Conclusion: The results suggested that the pain and joint inflammation might not be synchronized, possibly related to post-inflammatory hyperalgesia. CIA model could be used for the study of pain, also relatively stable and suitable for the study of RA with secondary osteoporosis.Keywords: collagen-induced arthritis rats, temporal changes, inflammation, pain, secondary osteoporosis…”
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Comparative long-term efficacy of short-term spinal cord stimulation versus bipolar pulsed radiofrequency for refractory postherpetic neuralgia: a 24 month prospective study by Yun Li, Junnan Wang, Yang Chen, Feng Qiu, Tao Sun, Xuli Zhao

“…However, from 6 to 24 months post-treatment, the stSCS group demonstrated significantly lower VAS scores and superior pain control compared to the bPRF group. …”
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The Application of a Combined Online and Offline Health Intervention Model for Assessing Parents' KAP About Testicular Torsion: A Self‐Controlled Study by Qin Xia, Chengli Wu, Yanjun Gou, Ruixia Wang

“…Methods From March to July 2023, a convenience sampling method was employed to select 500 parents of male children from a kindergarten and a primary school in a city in Guizhou Province, China. A pre‐ and post‐intervention survey was conducted utilising a self‐designed questionnaire to assess the parents' existing knowledge, beliefs and behaviours concerning testicular torsion. …”
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Safety and efficacy of transcatheter arterial embolization in renal angiomyolipomas: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Shahid Miangul, Karen Smayra, Liranne Bitton, Reem B. Zalloum, Nathanael Q. E. Yap, Baraa Saad, Rangish Yuvaraj, Marios Alogakos, Hayato Nakanishi, Christian A. Than, Aneeta Parthipun

“…The average preoperative tumour size across renal AMLs was 8.79 cm (95% CI: 7.64, 9.93; I 2  = 97%) and the post-operative tumour size was 6.47 cm (95% CI: 5.44, 7.50; I 2  = 98%). …”
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Hemlock looper outbreak: new insight about how Black-backed Woodpecker ( Picoides arcticus ) respond to resource pulses in eastern Canada by Myriam Lemieux, Vincent Lamarre, Junior A. Tremblay

“…Using global positioning system (GPS) tags, we documented home range sizes and habitat selections of Black-backed Woodpeckers at different scales and assessed nest survival 2–3 years post-outbreak. We tracked 5 birds and found 13 active nests. …”
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MicroRNA-132 regulates quinolinic acid production in the brain during LPS-induced neuroinflammation by Amir Mohamed Kezai, Amir Mohamed Kezai, Papa Yaya Badiane, Benjamin Hennart, Delphine Allorge, Sabrina Marion, Sébastien S. Hébert, Sébastien S. Hébert

“…Interestingly, KMO expression and activity remained elevated in miR-132/212 knockout mice after post-inflammation resolution. In vitro experiments using BV-2 microglial cells showed that miR-132 overexpression led to downregulation of KMO expression and enzyme activity and reduced QUIN levels without altering the microglial activation status.ConclusionCollectively, these findings suggest that the miR-132/212 cluster functions as a novel modulator of KP metabolism during LPS-induced inflammation, and acts as a potential therapeutic target for controlling neurotoxic QUIN accumulation in neuroinflammatory conditions.…”
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Cognitive impairment and academic performance in students with sensorineural hearing loss in Kongo Central, Democratic Republic of the Congo by Jean Paul Pholo Manzimbala, Tarcisse Kilara, Gabriel Lema, Hilaire Kalala, Bienvenue Kandala, Richard Matanda, Jérôme Sokolo, Eddy Mampuya Mbambu

“…Nearly 85.7% of the students had severe to profound HI, with post-lingual onset in 60.3%, and 57.1% had a low IQ. …”
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Drug Utilization of Rifaximin-α in Patients with Hepatic Encephalopathy: Evidence from Real Clinical Practice in Italy by Valentina Perrone, Marcello Usala, Chiara Veronesi, Maria Cappuccilli, Luca Degli Esposti

“…Among those discharged alive, utilization of rifaximin 550 mg vs. rifaximin 200 mg for two months post-admission was compared. <i>Results</i>: Of 634 patients hospitalized for HE, 447 (70.5%) were discharged alive. …”
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Arsenic exposure and outcomes of antimonial treatment in visceral leishmaniasis patients in Bihar, India: a retrospective cohort study. by Meghan R Perry, Vijay K Prajapati, Joris Menten, Andrea Raab, Joerg Feldmann, Dipankar Chakraborti, Shyam Sundar, Alan H Fairlamb, Marleen Boelaert, Albert Picado

“…This was time dependent: 3 months post VL symptom development, elevated risks of all-cause mortality (HR 8.56; 95% CI: 2.5-29.1) and of VL related mortality (HR 9.27; 95% CI: 1.8-49.0) were detected.…”
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Impact of mesenchymal stem cell therapy on cardiac function and outcomes in acute myocardial infarction: A meta-analysis of clinical studies by Mei Zhao, Yanpeng Xue, Qingqing Tian, Yan Deng, Tao Tang

“…In conclusion, MSC therapy significantly enhances LVEF and WMSI within the first 12 months post-AMI, with intracoronary administration showing greater efficacy than intravenous delivery. …”
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Macrophage deficiency of miR‐21 promotes apoptosis, plaque necrosis, and vascular inflammation during atherogenesis by Alberto Canfrán‐Duque, Noemi Rotllan, Xinbo Zhang, Marta Fernández‐Fuertes, Cristina Ramírez‐Hidalgo, Elisa Araldi, Lidia Daimiel, Rebeca Busto, Carlos Fernández‐Hernando, Yajaira Suárez

“…Both pathways enhance macrophage apoptosis and promote the post‐translational degradation of ABCG1, a transporter that regulates cholesterol efflux in macrophages. …”
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Longitudinal analysis of brain functional connectivity and its association with clinical assessment in depressed patients using resting state fMRI by Vincent Chin-Hung Chen, Zi-You Qiu, Yuan-Hsiung Tsai, Gigin Lin, Yi-Peng Eve Chang, Jun-Cheng Weng

“…Multiple regression analysis was also used to examine the association between brain function alterations and clinical assessment changes in each group. Post-treatment, significant functional activity differences were observed: in the cuneus and cingulate for NS; inferior parietal lobule and frontal regions for SI; and parahippocampus and thalamus for the improved group. …”
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PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS OF GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS (GDM) IN PREGNANT WOMEN: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY. by Dr. soujanya Bukke, M.S (OBG), Anisa Begum, Poojitha Dubbudu

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Identifying cassava production constraints, farmers preferences, and cassava mosaic disease perceptions in Togo: insights for a participatory breeding approach by Tighankoumi Gmakouba, Daniel Kwadjo Dzidzienyo, Some Koussao, Pangirayi Tongoona, Isaac K. Asante

“…Results The PRA revealed key constraints to cassava production, including inadequate capital, CMD, post-harvest physiological deterioration (PPD), and the non-availability of clean planting materials. …”
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Effect of Marital Relationship Enhancement EducationBased on the Approach of Religious Teachings on Sexual, Spiritual and Mental Health by Hajar Pasha, Zohreh Khalajinia, Mohammad Hadi Yadollahpour, Hemmat Gholinia

“…The mean scores of general mental health and its dimensions, including anxiety and insomnia symptoms, social dysfunction, and depression symptoms were different between the two groups (P<0.001). The mean pre-to-post test scores of female sexual function, spiritual well-being, general mental health, and its domains (except for sexual desire and somatic symptoms) increased significantly in the intervention group (P<0.001). …”
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WORK WITH ENGLISH CORPORA AS A MEANS OF PROMOTING LEARNER AUTONOMY by A. N. Oveshkova

“…The research findings based on the pre-experiment and post-experiment data comparison suggest that foreign language teaching is more effective with corpus tasks as they promote learner autonomy. …”
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