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SEC3A acts as an effector of RabE1b to regulate auxin transport in arabidopsis
The establishment and architectural growth of terrestrial plants critically depend on polar auxin transport, a process primarily driven by the asymmetric distribution of PIN proteins within the plasma...
Familiar story structures possess an evolutionary edge in memory
Human beings demonstrate a universal impulse to share and consume stories. Over generations of transmission, within and across cultures, stories have evolved to develop regularities in their internal...
Correction: Identification of transposable elements and satellite DNA in the Neotropical species Drosophila amaguana from the Ecuadorian Andean Forests
Oral and rectal colonization of Gram-negative antimicrobial-resistant bacteria and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in one long-term care facility and changes in professional oral hygiene care: Cross-sectional and interventional study
The spread of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria is a global threat. Our previous study investigated oral colonization by Gram-negative antimicrobial-resistant bacteria and methicillin-resistant...
Design and evaluation of low-cost, DIY programmable tissue processor for solvent exchange in biological sample preparation
Imaging techniques are fundamental tools in biology for examining cell growth and responses to the environment. Many tissues require fixing, staining, and/or clearing before they can be visualized und...
Single-cell transcriptomic profiling of C. elegans Q neuroblast lineage during migration and differentiation
Proper migration and differentiation of neuroblasts into neurons are essential for the development of a healthy nervous system. In this context, the asymmetrical migration of Caeno...
Predicting short-term mortality in severe cirrhosis: An interpretable machine learning model integrating routine clinical indicators
Background The critical need for precise risk stratification in severe liver cirrhosis is underscored by its substantial 30-day mortality rates, demanding reliable tools to guide c...
Earliest millet cultivation reflects steppe connections, dietary flexibility, and resilience in Bronze Age northern Greece
This paper explores early broomcorn millet (hereafter millet) cultivation in Greece during the Bronze Age. The primary archaeobotanical data for this study derive from the site of Skala Sotiros on the...
Pesticide residue in commonly consumed vegetables in selected districts of Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
Background Pesticides are essential in agriculture for protecting crops from pests, diseases, and weeds, but improper use can lead to health issues like neurological disorders and...
Optimal design and operation of Photovoltage distributed generators and shunt compensators for the Vietnam alternative current distribution network to reduce annual energy loss
This study presents the application of two novel meta-heuristic algorithms, including the Fungal Growth Optimizer (FGO) and Animated Oat Optimization Algorithm (AOO), to optimize the placement of DGs...
Investigating key drivers influencing AI-based detection and identification of plants
In recent years, AI-driven platforms have transformed citizen science by collecting and generating valuable records of living organisms for monitoring biological data. Many applications utilize visual...
Pathways into homelessness and perspectives on prevention: A qualitative study of army veterans
Background Despite a national focus on ending veteran homelessness, many veterans remain homeless in the United States. Little qualitative research has explored in national samples...
Genetic control of dynamic brain network reconfiguration during working memory
Working memory is fundamental to human cognition, yet the genetic contributions to dynamic brain network states during task remain poorly understood. Here, we examined static and dynamic functional co...
Expression of Concern: Modified Liu estimators in the linear regression model: An application to Tobacco data
Social gaze dynamics in teams: Comparing face-to-face and video meeting settings
Understanding the factors that promote cooperative behavior in teams is essential for organizational success. While the role of verbal communication in fostering cooperation and team cohesion is well...
Behavior change intervention targeting physical activity and diet improves stress and sleep
Background Poor diet, low physical activity, high stress, and poor sleep are prevalent modifiable risk factors for chronic diseases. Synergistic effects of interventions targeting...
Serving the living and the dead: An integrated approach to Copper Age ceramic production and cultural dynamics in Campania, Southern Italy
This study explores the contribution of large scale integrated pottery analysis to the definition of broader cultural processes and, more specifically, highlights for the first time changes in the rol...
Differences by sex and type of hypertension in mortality from hypertensive diseases between 1997 and 2020, and predictions for 2035 in Latin American and Caribbean countries
Background Hypertension is the most prevalent cardiovascular condition and a leading contributor to premature mortality in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Despite its public...
Characterization of a spontaneous microphthalmia-like mutant mouse with isolated ocular defects
Microphthalmia is a significant eye defect owing to its profound effects on visual acuity. Microphthalmia accounts for 3.2%–11.2% of blind children. To date, there has been no cure for this disease. I...
The Platform Messaging Effect (PME): A quantification of how go-vote reminders on social media platforms can influence voting intentions
Over the past decade, researchers have identified and quantified about a dozen new forms of influence made possible by the internet. Although experts have expressed concern about how users may be harm...
Comparison between moderate-load and high-load exercises in the rehabilitation of runners with Achilles tendinopathy: Protocol for a blind randomized controlled trial
Background Achilles tendinopathy is one of the most frequent conditions affecting runners. Exercise-based interventions are the main treatment options for Achilles tendinopathy; ho...
Genome-wide association study in a diverse grapevine collection provides insights into the genetic basis of berry size and cluster architecture traits
Berry and cluster size are pivotal determinants of grapevine productivity and consumer preferences and remain major targets in grapevine breeding. However, given their complexity as quantitative trait...
Self-reported mental health in teenagers who received CI before the age of 2.5 years in relation to typical hearing peers and parents of both groups
Objective The aim of this study was to investigate and compare how teenagers who received cochlear implants (CI) before 2.5 years of age perceive their own mental health, in relati...
Correction: Prevalence of diarrheal diseases and associated factors among under five children in Africa: A meta-analysis
Vaping and mental health: A cross-sectional study among university students in Bangladesh
Introduction Vaping has continued to rise, besides smoking, among youth in Bangladesh in recent years. While there has been evidence of the impact of vaping on physical health, stu...