Distribution of C30 carotenoid biosynthesis genes suggests habitat adaptation function in insect-adapted and nomadic Lactobacillaceae by Tom Eilers, Marie Legein, Jari Temmermans, Jelle Dillen, Ine Vandendriessche, Koen Sandra, Peter A. Bron, Stijn Wittouck, Sarah Lebeer

“…The phenotype was confirmed in 87% of the predicted crtMN gene carriers (27/31). Nomadic and insect-adapted species, particularly those isolated from vegetable fermentations, e.g., Lactiplantibacillus, and floral habitats, e.g., Fructilactobacillus, contained crtMN genes, while vertebrate-associated species, including vaginal associated species, lacked this trait. …”
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Nonlinear association between the serum uric acid-to-creatinine ratio and all cause mortality in patients with hypertension: a ten-year cohort study using the NHANES database by Yiming Zeng, Yingying Chen, Jie Li, Liang Chen

“…In patients with hypertension, the UCR nonlinearly predicted all-cause mortality, with a notable inflection at 4.3. …”
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Multiscale microstructure-based constitutive modeling of high-temperature creep rupture in post-irradiated ODS steels by Xiaobao Fu, Zhenyu Zhao, Zeyuan Yan, Yuntao Zhong, Dengke Chen, Ruiqian Zhang, Bin Liu, Qihong Fang, Jia Li

“…Considering the irradiation-induced microstructure, a modified thermal creep rate model is proposed, and the thermal creep rate and creep strain of irradiated ODS steel are predicted at different temperatures. The results show that the thermal creep rate reaches 3 × 10−5 s−1 at the temperature of 500 °C and stress of 200 MPa, while the thermal creep strain does not exceed 3 % at the temperature of 800 °C. …”
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Haemodynamic Patterns of Severe Aortic Stenosis by A. E. Komlev, M. A. Saidova, T. E. Imaev, V. N. Shitov, R. S. Akchurin

“…Severe AS is a surgical disease that should be treated in a surgical way in all patients but those in whom predicted risk overbalances potential benefits of the procedure. …”
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Atomic force microscopy of erythrocytes of patients with different severity of pancreatitis by R. A. Pakhomova, L. V. Kochetova, G. N. Gulikian, A. P. Martseva, V. V. Kozlov

“…The appearance of erythrocytes in the free bloodstream with the presence of erosion on the surface of the erythrocyte membrane can serve as a prediction of a non-favorable course of acute pancreatitis and a predictor of a possible transition of edema pancreatitis to pancreonecrosis.…”
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Dynamics of REL, RELA and IRF1 transcription factor expression in U937 macrophages after dioxin exposure by E. V. Kashina, D. Y. Oshchepkov, E. V. Antontseva, M. Y. Shamanina, D. P. Furman, V. A. Mordvinov

“…Putative DREs were predicted using the SITECON software tool in the regulatory regions of the genes encoding transcription factors REL, RELA and IRF1 expressed in macrophages. …”
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Multifactorial, biomarker-based model for assessing the state of patients with schizophrenia by E. G. Cheremnykh, O. K. Savushkina, T. A. Prokhorova, S. A. Zozulya, I. N. Otman, A. N. Pozdnyakova, N. S. Karpova, Yu. E. Shilov, T. P. Klyushnik

“…The model was evaluated using the Pearson’s test (χ2(11) = 57.6, p = 0.001) and calculation of correct predictions (91 and 80%) for samples of patients and healthy people, respectively.Conclusion. …”
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Limits on inferring an effective lithospheric rheology from geodetic observations of the earthquake cycle by Rishav Mallick, Mark Simons

“…Abstract The relationship between stress and deformation of the solid Earth at various temporal and spatial scales can be described using a variety of constitutive relations. …”
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Two-way coupling between ice flow and channelized subglacial drainage enhances modeled marine-ice-sheet retreat by G. Lu, J. Kingslake

“…<p>Ice-sheet models used to predict sea-level rise often neglect subglacial hydrology. …”
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Mental health of residents of radioactively contaminated territories of the Chelyabinsk region in the late period after the resettlement by E. Yu. Burtovaia

“…At the same time, evacuation itself becomes a serious stressful factor that has a negative impact on a person’s health and mental status. …”
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Possibility to increase the speeds of express and high-speed trains by turnouts and connecting tracks by A. M. Brzhezovskiy, B. E. Glyuzberg, M. I. Titarenko, I. E. Il’In, V. S. Viktorov, V. N. Tulushev

“…It is caused by need of reduction of delays in train schedule caused by performance of repair and scheduled works on infrastructure facilities of lines. …”
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Factors Affecting Eating Motivation Play a Role in Orthorexia Nervosa in University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study by Rabia Melda Karaağaç, Indrani Kalkan

“…Interventions should address this balance by promoting a holistic approach to nutrition, integrating stress management techniques, and raising awareness of ON through targeted workshops and educational programs for students and health professionals. …”
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Covid-19 Pandemic and Students Performance in Selected Secondary Schools in Rukungiri District. by Ainemigisha, Prossy

“…The findings highlighted the critical role of transitioning to digital platforms, stressing the need for educational institutions to ensure the quality and effectiveness of online instructional methods, in line with literature on the challenges of global crises. …”
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An Investigation of Regional Plantar Soft Tissue Hardness and Its Potential Correlation with Plantar Pressure Distribution in Healthy Adults by Maimaitirexiati Helili, Xiang Geng, Xin Ma, Wenming Chen, Chao Zhang, Jiazhang Huang, Xu Wang

“…The plantar soft tissue plays a critical role in absorbing shocks and attenuating excessive stresses during walking. Plantar soft tissue property and plantar pressure are critical information for footwear design and clinical assessment. …”
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The Carbon Footprint of Milk Production on a Farm by Mariusz Jerzy Stolarski, Kazimierz Warmiński, Michał Krzyżaniak, Ewelina Olba-Zięty, Paweł Dudziec

“…Ultimately, an effective CF reduction requires a comprehensive approach that combines improved nutritional practices, efficient use of resources, and implementation of technological innovations adjusted to regional and farm-specific determinants. …”
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Expression of catecholaminergic genes in the midbrain and prepulse inhibition in rats with a genetic catatonia by M. A. Ryazanova, O. I. Prokudina, V. S.  Plekanchuk, T. A. Alekhina

“…The GC rat strain (from the words “genetic” and “catatonia”) was created by selection for predisposition to passive-defensive reaction of catatonic freezing in response to stressing stimuli. Rats of the GC strain have previously demonstrated a number of biochemical and behavioral properties similar to those of patients with schizophrenia and depression. …”
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Investigating the Performance of Epoxy Concentrations in the Self-Healing of Concrete. by Manzi, Evans Evalist

“…The experimental setup aimed to simulate real-world scenarios where concrete structures may be exposed to external stresses leading to cracks. The results revealed a consistent decrease in slump as epoxy concentrations increased, indicating a reduction in concrete work-ability. …”
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High fat diet-induced loss of pituitary plasticity in aging female mice with ablated leptin signaling in somatotropes by Tiffany K. Miles, Tiffany K. Miles, Angela K. Odle, Stephanie D. Byrum, Stephanie D. Byrum, Stephanie D. Byrum, Alex N. Lagasse, Anessa C. Haney, Victoria G. Ortega, Ashley K. Herdman, Melanie C. MacNicol, Melanie C. MacNicol, Angus M. MacNicol, Gwen V. Childs

“…We hypothesized that pituitary cells from both the older control females and the female mutants would be greatly affected by the oxidative stress from the HFD.MethodsMice were exposed to a 60% HFD for 16 weeks, followed by glucose tolerance testing and 3-day monitoring in metabolic cages (CLAMS). …”
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Designing and Validation of Modara Scale Based on Islamic Teachings by Maryam Bemani Naeeni, Somayeh Pourehsan, Mahshid Tajrobehkar

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Who takes care of the burden of emotions in palliative care workers? A study with the job demands-resources perspective by Giulia Sciotto, Francesca Sinatra, Cristina Moavero, Francesco Pace

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