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Deceased kidney donor cystatin C and subsequent recipient measured glomerular filtration rate at one year after transplantation
Background Deceased donor kidney selection is largely determined by creatinine-based kidney function estimation. However, muscle wasting is common in potential donors and affects t...
Pressure sensing technology for remote control: Can we motivate users to stay on the learning curve?
Learning to use a novel human-in-the-loop control system is often a slow and frustrating process due to the need to understand new interaction paradigms. Unsurprisingly, research has commonly focused...
Experimental investigation of water-saving efficiency using hexagonal diamond-shaped floating covers in large-scale evaporation ponds under static water conditions
To investigate the evaporation suppression and water conservation effects of hexagonal diamond-shaped floating covers (HDFCs) under static water conditions, this study conducted experiments in circula...
Quantitative evaluation of soil anti-erodibility in the fluctuation zones of rooted soil in a large reservoir, southwest of China
The quantitative analysis of key factors influencing the erosion resistance characteristics of colluvial zone soil is a prerequisite for accurately assessing the erosion resistance ability of the soil...
Fungi and earthworm abundance and diversity as affected by biochar and mulching amendments in ethiopian mustard production
Organic agriculture relies on the in-field generation of nutrients through the decomposition and mineralization of organic matter (OM). Soil macro- and micro-organisms are vital for this self-sustaini...
Correction: Immortalization and characterization of Schwann cell lines derived from NF1-associated cutaneous neurofibromas
Effectiveness of adding inspiratory muscle training to a cardiac rehabilitation program in people with acute myocardial infarction revascularized by percutaneous coronary intervention (CARDIOINSPIRE): Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Objectives This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of adding inspiratory muscle training (IMT) to a cardiac rehabilitation program (CRP) in people with acute myocardial infarc...
Examining the role of systemic inflammation as a mediator of the glycaemia-brain volume associations in women
Previous studies have found that diabetes and its mechanistic factors (e.g., glycaemia) are associated with poorer cognitive and brain health. There is also growing evidence of sex differences in how...
Systems biology analysis uncovers a ROS-associated gene signature and immunomodulatory role of CLEC4E in ischemic stroke
Background Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are critically implicated in ischemic stroke (IS), yet the transcriptional networks and predictive biomarkers underlying ROS dysregulation...
Effects of co-cultivation with Gracilariopsis lemaneiformis on the explosive growth and photosynthesis of Ulva prolifera
The recurring outbreak of Ulva prolifera green tides in the Yellow Sea poses a serious threat to coastal ecosystems and coastal-related industries, necessitatin...
Prevalence and associated risk factors of tinnitus among Palestinian adolescents aged 15–18: A cross-sectional study
Background Tinnitus is a prevalent condition worldwide, particularly among adolescents, that has a substantial impact on quality of life, yet it remains an understudied issue....
New conditions for stability of multiple delayed Cohen-Grossberg Neural Networks of neutral-type
In this research article, we essentially aim to examine the stability properties of a certain type of Cohen-Grossberg neural network. The analysed neural network involves multiple delay parameters. Th...
Correction: Prognostic prediction of dengue hemorrhagic fever in pediatric patients with suspected dengue infection: A multi-site study
Psychometric evaluation of the Asthma Diary Usability Questionnaire (ADU-Q): An adaptation and validation of a usability assessment tool among adults with Asthma
The asthma diary has been established as a self-management tool to help patients achieve good disease control. However, asthma diary compliance is low, indicating a need to assess the diary’s usabilit...
Spatial pattern of herbaceous seed dispersal by ungulates in grasslands of Doñana, SW Spain
Most research on endozoochorous seed dispersal by ungulates emphasizes long-distance dispersal and its dependence on ungulate species and habitat heterogeneity. In contrast, the role of ungulate commu...
Study protocol for the development of a digital menstrual cycle diary for routine mental health and gynecological care: A human-centered design approach
Background Premenstrual disorders, including premenstrual syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and premenstrual exacerbation of psychiatric disorders affect a significant por...
NeuronID: An automatic toolkit for identifying neurons in two-photon calcium imaging data
Two-photon calcium imaging has emerged as a powerful technique for monitoring neuronal activity in neuroscience; however, its data processing remains challenging. Here, we introduce NeuronID, an autom...
GIS-based land suitability evaluation and multi-criteria decision analysis for sustainable enset (Ensete ventricosum (Welw.) Cheesman) cultivation in Hadiya Zone, Central Ethiopia
Land suitability analysis is a key approach for evaluating the potential of land resources for specific uses and for supporting sustainable agricultural planning. In Ethiopia, where agriculture forms...
Research on epilepsy detection methods based on interpretable features and machine learning
Epilepsy is a prevalent neurological condition that impacts a significant number of individuals worldwide. Patients’ physical and mental health, as well as their daily activities, are significantly af...
In silico design of novel recombinant antigens containing immunologically relevant regions of wild-type and escape mutant variants of HBsAg
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) contributes substantially to liver cancer, related mortality, and liver transplantation worldwide. The small hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), particularly its major hydroph...
Correction: How University students in Bangladesh engage with ChatGPT: A qualitative study
Expression of Concern: The MAPK Pathway Signals Telomerase Modulation in Response to Isothiocyanate-Induced DNA Damage of Human Liver Cancer Cells
The impact of social support on career decision-making difficulties: The serial mediating roles of career decision-making self-efficacy and job search clarity, and moderation by proactive personality
Career decision-making difficulties are a common challenge for college students, which can hinder their transition from education to employment. Based on the Social Cognitive Model of Career Self-Mana...
Assessment of current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturers in Ethiopia: Cross-sectional descriptive study
Background The distribution of low-quality medications poses a serious risk to public health, especially in underdeveloped nations like Ethiopia. Ineffective use of Current Good Ma...
Quality assessment reporting checklists for microsimulation models: A scoping review protocol
Background Microsimulation models are computer-based models that can be used to understand how economic agents behave in different situations. These models are used by governments...