High-grade glioma with pleomorphic and pseudopapillary features: a single-institution series of three cases by Eric A. Goethe, Rasha Alfattal, Subhiksha Srinivasan, Pushan Dasgupta, Vinay Puduvalli, Shiao-Pei Weathers, Leomar Y. Ballester, Jeffrey S. Weinberg, Sujit Prabhu, Sherise D. Ferguson, Maria A. Gubbiotti

“…One patient had an incidentally discovered tumor, while the other two patients underwent imaging for symptoms of headache, vision changes and extremity weakness. …”
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How do we know that they actually use it? Exploring measures of adherence to stress management strategies in university students: A systematic review by Laurianne Bastien, Sohyun Cho, Julia Petrovic, Bassam Khoury, Elana Bloom, Nancy Heath

“…In response, higher education institutions have increasingly implemented digital, self-guided stress management resources to provide students with accessible mental health support. While these interventions show promise for improving student wellness, there is a significant gap in our understanding of how students use the strategies taught as part of these resources. …”
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Multimodal radiomics integrating deep learning and clinical features for diagnosing multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in HIV/AIDS patients by Chang Song, Aichun Huang, Chunyan Zhao, Lemin Wen, Shulin Song, Yanrong Lin, Chaoyan Xu, Hangbiao Qiang, Qingdong Zhu

“…Grad-CAM effectively localized key image regions influencing decision-making, while a nomogram quantified the contribution weights of each predictor, enhancing model transparency. …”
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Efficient and cost-effective monitoring of urban green spaces using combination of photogrammetry, LiDAR, and RTK in an iPhone-Based approach by Výbošťok Jozef, Chudá Juliána, Skladan Michal, Singh Arunima, Tomčík Daniel, Mokroš Martin

“…Traditionally, parameters are measured using conventional methods: calipers, altimeters, and diameter tapes. …”
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Role of ketogenic and low-carbohydrate diets in the pathogenesis and treatment of obesity and diabetes mellitus type 1 and 2 - A Literature Review by Dominika Bąk, Julia Buszek, Piotr Czerniak, Adrianna Antoszewska, Weronika Bargiel, Halszka Wajdowicz, Mateusz Warzocha, Aldona Sokołowska

“…Conclusion: According to the recommendations, there is no single optimal nutritional model in patients with diabetes, while the use of low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets can lead to the desired results and achieve therapeutic goals in patients with diabetes. …”
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Early diagnosis and treatment of low-grade myofibroblastic sarcoma in the left distal femur: a case report and literature review by Xinyu Hu, Yichen Gong, Zhongyi Zhang, Zhipeng Wu, Peijian Tong, Yan Liu, Shuaijie Lv

“…As a result, its exact incidence remains unclear. While pathologic studies have been reported, systematic clinical, radiological, and therapeutic evaluations remain limited. …”
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Comparative effectiveness of static stretching and deep kneading massage in the management of plantar fasciitis: a randomized controlled trial by Syed Muhammad Ghalman Jaffri, Sarah Ahmad, Gulnaz Yamin, Mishal Kamran, Wajeeha Afzal, Muhammad Naveed Babur

“…Objective: To compare the efficacy of static stretching and deep kneading massage in patients with plantar fasciitis in enhancing pain relief and functional outcomes. Methods: This open-label randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 69 patients diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, aged 20–60 years. …”
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Safety and efficacy of sirolimus combined with cyclosporine in primary membranous nephropathy: a randomized controlled trial by Fang Wang, Chao Yang, Yue Shu, Cai-xia Lin, Yao Yao, Yue Li, Yi-miao Zhang, Xin Wang, Li-qiang Meng, Xu-yang Cheng, Gang Liu, Ming-hui Zhao, Zhao Cui

“…Abstract Background Calcineurin inhibitors, such as cyclosporine, are primary treatments for membranous nephropathy (MN). Optimizing this regimen is crucial to reduce nephrotoxicity and enhance immunological remission. …”
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Spatio-temporal dynamics and drivers of cropland ecosystem services value during the past two decades in Yangtze river economic belt, China by Hanjun Xia, Pengbo Zhang, Qi Zhang, Baofa Peng, Chenxin Zhou, Qian Zhu, Songchao Chen, Bifeng Hu

“…Moreover, the Crop-ESV showed significant spatial heterogeneity, with hot spots predominantly clustered in the west, while cold spots were primarily located in the east. …”
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WDNET-YOLO: Enhanced Deep Learning for Structural Timber Defect Detection to Improve Building Safety and Reliability by Xiaoxia Lin, Weihao Gong, Lin Sun, Xiaodong Yang, Chunwei Leng, Yan Li, Zhenyu Niu, Yingzhou Meng, Xinyue Xiao, Junyan Zhang

“…Conventional inspection methods are unable to address the issues of multi-scale defect characterization, inter-class confusion, and morphological diversity, thus limiting reliable construction quality assurance. …”
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Fe-Cu-loaded γ-Al2O3 as an efficient heterogeneous Fenton catalyst for the advanced treatment of petrochemical wastewater by Shiqi Jiang, Changyong Wu, Qi Huang, Yin Yu, Peijian Zhang, Chenjie Wang, Xiyan Ou, Min Xu

“…The catalyst was synthesized via impregnation and calcination, with preparation parameters optimized using a one-factor-at-a-time method. Under optimal conditions (Fe: 0.28 mol/L; Cu: 0.20 mol/L; 500 °C; 7 h), 50.15% TOC removal was achieved using 20 g catalyst and 13.73 mmol/L H2O2. …”
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The association between the MIND diet and cognitive health in middle-aged and older adults: A systematic review by Jenny Hiu Wai Tse, Queenie Pui Sze Law, Jenny Tsun Yee Tsang, Lorna Kwai Ping Suen, Stefanos Tyrovolas, Rick Yiu Cho Kwan

“…Despite the effectiveness of alternative methods, such as MIND diet questionnaires, for adherence assessment apart from FFQ, variability in study populations, interventions, and scoring methods complicates pinpointing an optimal MIND score. …”
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Latent class analysis and influencing factor study of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among operating room nurses in tertiary hospitals by Xiaogui TANG, Li LI, Yue ZHAO, Ningning HU, Feng FU, Boya LI, Mengru YANG, Yinglan LI

“…ObjectiveTo estimate the prevalence of WMSDs among operating room nurses in tertiary hospitals, explore the characteristics and latent categories of WMSDs, and analyze the influencing factors associated with the occurrence of WMSDs. MethodUsing a randomized cluster sampling method, operating room nurses from nine tertiary hospitals in Urumqi were selected as study participants between December 2023 and January 2024. …”
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Bridging the gap: clinical translation of adipose-derived stem cells - a scoping review of clinical trials by Hankun Su, Hoksan Chau, Qilin Li, Fen Xiao, Yuanyuan Sun, Jingjing Chen, Yayi He, Jinyao Ning, Qin Hu, Yujie Xiao, Caiwen Li, Bixia Huang, Jing Zhao, Yanping Li, Hui Li

“…Key gaps included protocol heterogeneity (e.g., isolation methods, cryopreservation variability), regulatory fragmentation, limited long-term follow-up, and inconsistent clinical outcomes, particularly in neurology. …”
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Comparing exercise modalities during caloric restriction: a systematic review and network meta-analysis on body composition by Yongchao Xie, Yu Gu, Zhen Li, Lei Zhang, Yang Hei

“…In summary, LR + CR, MA + CR and MR + CR are at an advantageous level in improving various indicators.ConclusionCombining moderate-and low-intensity resistance or aerobic exercise with caloric restriction optimizes fat loss while preserving lean body mass, making it a superior strategy for body composition improvement.Systematic review registrationThis study was registered in PROSPERO under the identifier: CRD42024588241.…”
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Hydrogels Powered by Nanoemulsion Technology for the Topical Delivery of <i>Acmella oleracea</i> Extract by Eleonora Spinozzi, Marco Cespi, Marta Ferrati, Riccardo Petrelli, Filippo Maggi, Junbiao Wang, Sunday Segun Alimi, Diego Romano Perinelli, Giulia Bonacucina

“…<b>Results</b>: Only NEs provided a physically stable formulation, while the precipitation of solid hydrophobic components from the extract was observed during ME preparation under all tested conditions despite the use of ethyl oleate as an oily co-solvent. …”
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A comprehensive comparison of third generation epidermal growth factor receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitors in the treatment efficacy and adverse events: A Bayesian meta-analysis by Jinyu Yu, PhD, Hanyu Wu, BS, Lu Yang, MD, Wei Liu, PhD, Baoshan Cao, MD, Baosheng Liang, PhD, Yangchun Gu, MD

“…Background: It is a challenge for clinicians to choose the optimal third generation EGFR-tyrosine kinase inhibitors (EGFR-TKIs) treatment for individual patients. …”
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Impact of Phenological and Lighting Conditions on Early Detection of Grapevine Inflorescences and Bunches Using Deep Learning by Rubén Íñiguez, Carlos Poblete-Echeverría, Ignacio Barrio, Inés Hernández, Salvador Gutiérrez, Eduardo Martínez-Cámara, Javier Tardáguila

“…Traditional yield prediction methods are labor-intensive, subjective, and often restricted to advanced phenological stages. …”
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Cumulative Transcutaneous Spinal Stimulation with Locomotor Training Safely Improves Trunk Control in Children with Spinal Cord Injury: Pilot Study by Liubov Amirova, Anastasia Keller, Goutam Singh, Molly King, Parth Parikh, Nicole Stepp, Beatrice Ugiliweneza, Yury Gerasimenko, Andrea L. Behrman

“…This intervention shows potential synergistic benefits, warranting further research to confirm efficacy and optimize therapeutic protocols.…”
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Neuromuscular Strategies in Novice and Advanced Taekwondo Athletes During Consecutive Roundhouse Kicks by Mauricio Barramuño-Medina, Pablo Aravena-Sagardia, Pablo Valdés-Badilla, Jordan Hernandez-Martinez, Tomás Espinoza-Palavicino, Cristian Sandoval, Germán Gálvez-García

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> These findings suggest that advanced athletes refine motor control through increased co-contraction, improving stability and efficiency, while novices exhibit less optimized coordination patterns. …”
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