A novel re-entrant circular star-shaped auxetic honeycomb with enhanced energy absorption and anisotropic Poisson’s ratio by Danrong Shi, Zhuangzhuang Wang, Yongwei Li, Ruyuan Huo, Jin Zhang, Jianguo Cai

“…A theoretical framework based on plastic dissipation was developed to predict the plateau stresses, and the influence of key geometric parameters on deformation modes and energy absorption was systematically examined. …”
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Investigation of the molecular mechanism of Xiaoluo Wan in thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy: network analysis and in vivo study by Wenchao Gu, Shuo Tian, Lu Fu, Lina Wang, Liangkun Zhang, Furong Wang

“…Network analysis strategies were applied to predict potential targets and therapeutic mechanisms associated with XLW. …”
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Empowering Nursing Students: A Cross-sectional Study by Obrey Alexis, Julie Cooke, Sue Jennings, Aaron James Worsley, Naledi Boston Basupang

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Parasitic plant Cistanche tubulosa shapes the bacterial community structure and functional composition of the salt-tolerant host Tamarix chinensis across different parasitic status... by Luyao Tang, Xiaoshan Liu, Shuhong Lin, Le Zhan, Yehua Chen, Yanan Han, Lei Wang, Jinchang Liang, Zhong Zhang

“…In addition, the host has a more complex and robust root microbiota co-occurrence network than the parasite does, whereas the KEGG results revealed that the predicted bacterial communities of the parasite-associated microbiota contain more genes in plant growth promotion, salt‒alkali stress resistance, and substance metabolism. …”
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Salidroside inhibits melanin synthesis and melanoma growth via mTOR and PI3K/Akt pathways by Qi Ouyang, Qi Ouyang, Shengye Tian, Shengye Tian, Hengyu Zhou, Hengyu Zhou, Ying Mao, Xiang Li, Feng Yan, Feng Yan, Ailong Liu, Ailong Liu, Xiang Hu, Changqiao You, Changqiao You, Jun He

“…This study aimed to explore the effect of salidroside on PI3K/Akt/mTOR in melanoma, which plays a role in regulating melanogenesis.MethodsNetwork pharmacology was predicted that salidroside may exert an anti-melanoma effect through modulating melanin synthesis functions and signaling pathways. …”
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IGFBP1 orchestrates metabolic reprogramming to drive clear cell renal cell carcinoma progression through NR1H4-mediated lipid homeostasis disruption by Yanning Sun, Yuhu Hao, Fan Peng, Hongju Ling, Kai Sun, Jiechuan Qiu, Tianmin Yang, Leizuo Zhao, Qinghua Xia

“…Specifically, IGFBP1-deficient cells demonstrated marked reductions in triglycerides (TGs), diacylglycerols (DAGs), free fatty acids (FFA), and cholesterol esters (CEs), thereby establishing IGFBP1 as a key regulator of the metabolic derangements’ characteristic of ccRCC pathogenesis. …”
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Sesame oil improves biomarkers of glycemic control in women with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: a randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial by Masoumeh Atefi, Hamid Vahedi, Mina Darand, Mohammad Hassan Entezari

“…Abstract Aim This study aimed to investigate whether sesame oil (SO) consumption could improve biomarkers of glycemic control, inflammation, and oxidative stress in women with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). …”
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Enhanced cognitive control following neurofeedback therapy in chronic treatment-resistant PTSD among refugees: a feasibility study by Mirjana Askovic, Mirjana Askovic, Mirjana Askovic, Sejla Murdoch, Sejla Murdoch, René Mayer-Pelinski, René Mayer-Pelinski, Anna J. Watters, James Elhindi, Jorge Aroche, Juri D. Kropotov, Anthony W.F. Harris, Anthony W.F. Harris

“…BackgroundPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition affecting 3.9% of the global population, with refugee populations experiencing particularly high prevalence rates (23–42%). …”
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Lessons learned from developing a very near-peer mOSCE by Johnson S. Khor, Sungkyung Linda Kim

“…Still, despite their importance in assessing clinical capabilities, medical students find OSCEs one of their most stressful examinations. This is most likely caused by students striving for perfection in all aspects of their medical education journey. …”
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Determinants of academic adaptation and quality of life of university students in the Brazilian Amazon region by George Oliveira Silva, Priscilla Rodrigues Caminha Carneiro, Natália Del Angelo Aredes, Ladislau Ribeiro do Nascimento

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Depictions of activism at universities compared; Contexts for Political Engagement by Ocan, Johnson

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Introducing a pioneering model designed to optimize the configuration of full-scale submerged nanofiltration membrane modules by Anh-Tuan Hoang, The-Anh Nguyen, Nguyet Thi-Minh Dao, Mitsuharu Terashima, Takahiro Fujioka

“…This study aimed to establish a novel model for accurately predicting this performance in relation to drinking water treatment. …”
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Evaluation of a large-scale E-learning program on emotional regulation Tipi® for hospital workers and teachers in France during the COVID−19 pandemic by Xavier de la Tribonnière, Patrick Favennec, Marie Christine Picot, Valérie Macioce, Safa Aouinti, Pascale Clément, Marie Pommier, Luc Nicon

“…The first module was completed by 76 % and 19 % completed both. Stress and emotions significantly decreased at one month and three months, with a median reduction of one point on a 10-point scale, considered clinically meaningful at population level. …”
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Protective and risk factors for STS among mental health professionals serving war refugees in Lithuania and Pakistan by Momina Khalid Butt, Neringa Grigutytė, Jonas Eimontas

“…Background: Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) is a significant concern among mental health professionals working with traumatised populations, such as war refugees. …”
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Numerical Simulation to Investigate the Influence of Welding Sequences and Boundary Conditions on the Mechanical Behaviour of Gusset Joints by Caballero Eric, Ruiz Hector, Blandon Juan

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Influence of localised corrosion shape on adhesive damage and a bonded assembly under thermo-mechanical loading by Mohamed Berrahou, Mehdi Zahraoui, Kamel Hocine, Samir Djebbar, Youcef Guermit, Hayet Benzineb

“… This study explores the damage prediction of repairs on bonded assemblies through a two-part analysis: simulation and experimentation. …”
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True triaxial shear creep behaviors of sandstone under constant normal load and constant normal stiffness conditions by Jia-Rong Wang, Xia-Ting Feng, Jun Zhao, Cheng-Xiang Yang, Liang Hu, Yue Guo

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Energy-protective function of plant composition in the experimental dyslipoproteidemia by A. A. Toropova, Y. G. Razuvaeva, S. V. Lemza, S. M. Nikolaev, N. V. Verlan, A. Yu. Erentueva

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Investigation of the effect of pectins of fruit and vegetable powders on the technological properties of confectionery glaze by L. V. Zaytseva, E. V. Mazukabzova, M. N. Bogachuk

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Mechanical response of RPC200 and RPC250 under elevated temperature: An experimental investigation by Qin Rong, Zeyu Chang, Xiaomeng Hou, Chaochao Peng, Linghui Xu

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