Integrative biomarker analysis in diabetic foot: lipids, cellular integrity, and hydration balance by Esther Soler-Climent, Jessica Román-Marroquí, Rosa María Cuadrado-Zaplana, Gema Prats-Boluda, Isabel Junquera-Godoy, Gemma Gonzalez-Lorente, C. Martinez-Corbalán

“…This study was conducted to identify early biomarkers that could predict DFU risk before ulceration occurs. Methods A case-control study was conducted with 33 T2DM patients and 37 non-diabetic controls. …”
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Psychological outcomes in paediatric major trauma patients who require invasive management: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis by Stephen H Thomas, Veronica Phillips, Owen Hibberd, Spyridon Karageorgos, Caroline E Thomas, Sarah Gentle, Sandi Angus

“…We will execute formal (Egger) testing for funnel plot asymmetry and also calculate prediction intervals if sufficient study N of 10 is accrued. …”
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Association between self-reported sleep quality and body mass index among Jimma University academic staff: structural equation modeling by Essa Ahmed, Getu Gizaw, Alemayehu Argaw

“…By 2035, the World Obesity Atlas predicts that over 1 billion people worldwide will be considered obese, which translates into 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men will be affected globally. …”
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An artificial intelligence and machine learning-driven CFD simulation for optimizing thermal performance of blood-integrated ternary nano-fluid by Mohib Hussain, Du Lin, Hassan Waqas, Qasem M. Al-Mdallal

“…The heat transfer ability of ternary nano-fluid is enhanced with an increase in the couple stress parameter while, a rising Hartmann number results in more thermal diffusion. …”
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Risk factors of acute and chronic cholecystitis and cholelithiasis by V. A. Lazarenko, A. Е. Antonov

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Strength analysis of the TWS 600 plunger pump body in Solid Works Simulation by E. V. Koleda, S. O. Kireev, M. V. Korchagina, A. V. Efimov, J. Sperling

“…The improvement of plunger pumps involves increasing their reliability, increasing their service life, efficiency, downsizing, reduction in weight, labor intensity of installation and repair work. …”
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On ensuring joint tightness on the basis of technological induction by G. A. Pilyushina, P. G. Pyrikov, E. A. Pamfilov, V. V. Kapustin

“…Decrease in the smoothing depth, reduction of the ratio of transverse and longitudinal roughness steps, and increase in the contact area are indicated as the target results of the process preparation of the surfaces of the joint parts. …”
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Gray water dominance in water footprint assessment of shale oil: A lifecycle perspective by Qian Wang, Bo Yuan, Jian Wu, Jun Xiong, Wenshi Liu, Xi Chen, Yan Wu

“…The recycling rate of flowback water is identified as a pivotal parameter for footprint reduction through sensitivity analysis. This study provides a reference for water resource assessment and management to balance energy extraction with water conservation in water-stressed regions.…”
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Study on cutting force in laser-assisted ultrasonic elliptical vibration machining (LUEVM) of high volume SiCp/Al composites by Peicheng Peng, Tian Tian, Heshuai Yu, Daohui Xiang, Ke Niu, Wei Gao, Yanqin Li, Zhaojie Yuan, Guofu Gao

“…The results show that the predicted value matches the experimental value well, and the maximum error is 18.2 %. …”
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Efficacy of Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy for reducing perfectionistic strivings in the Republic of Korea: A randomized controlled trial by Sanghoon Oh, Jeong hee Cha, Jungwon Joo, Ji Hyung Lee, Yunna Lee, Hyung Jun Lee, Dong Uk Yoon, Jeonghwan Lee

“…Compared to the control group, the ICBT group showed significant reductions in perfectionistic strivings (FMPS Concern over Mistakes: d = −0.65, 95 % CI [−1.05, −0.25]), anxiety (GAD-7: d = −0.42, 95 % CI [−0.83, −0.01]), and increased life satisfaction (SWLS: d = 0.62, 95 % CI [0.20, 1.03]). …”
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Antioxidant, anti-glycation and hypoglycemic potentials of Acmella uliginosa: A probable candidate for the amelioration of diabetes mellitus by Mahfuza Akter, Faria Farzana Perveen, Noore Zannat Nuren, Nasim Ahmed, Md. Ataur Rahman, Md. Masum Billah, Md. Abdul Bari, Sabbir Ahmed, Md. Nurul Islam

“…In vivo studies confirmed the antidiabetic potential of both extracts, with significant reductions in blood glucose levels in OGTT and hypoglycemic tests. …”
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Spinel oxide enables high-temperature self-lubrication in superalloys by Zhengyu Zhang, Eitan Hershkovitz, Qi An, Liping Liu, Xiaoqing Wang, Zhifei Deng, Garrett Baucom, Wenbo Wang, Jing Zhao, Ziming Xin, Lowell Moore, Yi Yao, Md Rezwan Ul Islam, Xin Chen, Bai Cui, Ling Li, Hongliang Xin, Lin Li, Honggyu Kim, Wenjun Cai

“…A reversible phase transformation between the cubic and tetragonal/monoclinic spinel was driven by stress and temperature during high temperature wear. …”
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A cross-sectional study of how high-frequency hearing loss impacts cognitive functions in middle-aged-to-older adults by Dona M. P. Jayakody, Dona M. P. Jayakody, Dona M. P. Jayakody, Dona M. P. Jayakody, Paul McIlhiney, Paul McIlhiney, Inge Stegeman, Inge Stegeman, Robert H. Eikelboom, Robert H. Eikelboom, Robert H. Eikelboom, Robert H. Eikelboom

“…Audiometrically assessed better-ear, speech-frequency (0.5, 1, 2 & 4 kHz; BE4PTA) and high-frequency (6 & 8 kHz; BE2PTA) hearing loss were compared to cognitive functions measured using non-verbal tests from the Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery; covariates included hearing-loss asymmetry, age, sex, premorbid IQ, and mental health measured with the short-form Depression Anxiety Stress Scales.ResultsWhile correlation analyses demonstrated that all measured cognitive faculties were associated with both BE4PTA and BE2PTA, hierarchical linear regression analyses demonstrated that only BE4PTA predicted cognitive flexibility and working-memory ability after controlling for covariates; age primarily accounted for BE2PTA’s cognitive effects.ConclusionWhile both speech and higher-frequency hearing loss were associated with poorer cognition, only the former demonstrated effects beyond those of ageing. …”
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Planetary Gearbox Design and Development using Additive Manufacturing by Mohammed Amer, Chung-Cheng Lin, Hasan Ismail, Shin-Hung Wu, Bo-Rong Lu, Zhang-Yang Wu, Shih-Feng Chen, Chung-Wei Cheng

“…The printed model performed exceptionally well when it came to performance, and it can be used for both educational and industrial purposes, exhibiting the ability to withstand a high level of stress. …”
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Numerical simulations of 2-DOF vortex-induced vibration of a circular cylinder in two and three dimensions: A comparison study by Xuepeng Fu, Shixiao Fu, Zhaolong Han, Zhibo Niu, Mengmeng Zhang, Bing Zhao

“…The simulations by using the URANS (Unsteady Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes) in combination with the SST (Shear Stress Transport) k−ω turbulence model are performed at subcritical Reynolds numbers (Re ranges from 1×103 to 1.5×104). …”
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Ectomycorrhizal fungal community succession and fragmentation across forest edges nearly three decades postharvest by Olivia M. Rianhard, J. Marty Kranabetter, Latina V. Penkova, Daniel M. Durall, Melanie D. Jones

“…We tested this premise by examining ectomycorrhizal fungal communities across forest edges in 1‐ha openings at nearly three decades postharvest. We found reductions in species richness and shifts in community composition were still evident, illustrating how recovery was limited by the open canopies of younger trees. …”
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Pelvic Floor Health and Urinary Incontinence in Female Soccer Players: A Comparative Analysis Between Professionals and Physically Active Women: A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Proto... by Julia M. Sebastian-Rico, María Jesús Muñoz-Fernández, Luis Manuel Martínez-Aranda, África Calvo-Lluch, Manuel Ortega-Becerra

“…<b>Results:</b> UI affected 35.7% of physically active women and 50% of professional soccer players. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) was the most common type, present in 100% of affected soccer players and 60% of affected active women. …”
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A brief history of high-stakes testing and its possible futures by María Jesús Gutiérrez Domínguez

“…Through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), the present study develops a global examination of this mechanism, in order to understand its scope and influence on the educational system. The results reveal both adverse and beneficial outcomes of high-stakes testing and, while the literature highlights unintended consequences, it also stresses the importance of its function as an accountability mechanism in the current society, implying positive aspects. …”
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Comorbidity of hypertension and lung cancer: interplay of genetics and environment by Jingtong Zeng, Difang Shi, Daqian He, Wenxun Dong, Zhenghong Yang, Ying Chen

“…Understanding the shared genetic and epigenetic mechanisms between hypertension and lung cancer offers new opportunities for risk prediction, early intervention, and targeted therapies. …”
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The Influence of Health Literacy and Depression on Diabetes Self-Management: A Cross-Sectional Study by D. Maneze, B. Everett, C. Astorga, D. Yogendran, Y. Salamonson

“…The finding that depressed mood predicted both low health literacy and low diabetes self-management stresses the importance of screening for depression. …”
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