Quantitative evaluation of stone fragments in extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy using a time reversal operator by Wang, Jen-Chieh, Zhou, Yufeng

“…The time reversal operator (TRO) method has the ability to detect point-like scatterers, and the number of non-zero eigenvalues of TRO is equal to that of the scatterers. …”
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Structural and functional characterisation of chikungunya virus replication complex dynamics by Tan, Yaw Bia

“…Through mosquito bites, the infected victims develop Chikungunya Fever (CHIKF) associated with symptoms like acute fever and painful polyarthritis. Unfortunately, there are no current effective antiviral drugs and vaccine treatments against CHIKV and many other +ssRNA viruses due to the inadequacy of biological information of its replication complex (RC) formations and the process of viral replications. …”
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Two types of new three-dimensional d–f heterometallic coordination polymers based on 2-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H Imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylate and oxalate ligands : syntheses, structures, lu... by Cai, Song-Liang, Zheng, Sheng-Run, Wen, Zhen-Zhen, Fan, Jun, Wang, Ning, Zhang, Wei-Guang

“…Complexes 1–5 are isostructural, exhibiting three-dimensional (3D) heterometallic networks with pcu topology based on the linkages of two-dimensional (2D) lanthanide–oxalate layers and pillar-like M(HPyIDC)2 (M = Fe, Co) subunits. Complexes 6–9 are also isomorphous and display another type of 3D heterometallic coordination framework built through the connections of 2D lanthanide–oxalate layers and one-dimensional (1D) Ag2(PyIDC)2 chains. …”
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Exploring the regulation of myofilament function in the heart using experimental and computational approaches by Folkmanaite, M

“…Dysregulation of cAMP-dependent, PKA-mediated phosphorylation of myofilament proteins, such as troponin I (TNI) and myosin binding protein C (MYBPC), contributes to cardiac pathologies like heart failure. Current therapies, such as beta-blockers and phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitors, often lack specificity and have adverse effects. …”

A population-based cohort study examining the incidence and impact of psychotic experiences from childhood to adulthood, and prediction of psychotic disorder by Sullivan, SA, Kounali, D, Cannon, M, David, AS, Fletcher, PC, Holmans, P, Jones, H, Jones, PB, Linden, DEJ, Lewis, G, Owen, MJ, O'Donovan, M, Rammos, A, Thompson, A, Wolke, D, Heron, J, Zammit, S

“…<p><strong>Methods:</strong></p> This was a population-based cohort study using the semistructured Psychosis-Like Symptoms Interview at ages 12, 18, and 24 (N=7,900 with any data). …”

Addressing inequities in research for early to mid-career women scientists in low- and middle-income countries: “Supporting Women in Science” programme by Das, JK, Raza, M, Padhani, ZA, Hussain, NF, Villar, J, Kennedy, S, Bhutta, ZA

“…Capacity-building initiatives like SWIS are crucial interventions to empower women scientists, foster equitable representation in academia, and create inclusive research environments and the programme acts as a steppingstone for future global leaders.…”

The critical role of IL-23 receptor positive T cells in the pathogenesis of anterior uveitis associated with spondyloarthropathy by Hedley, R

“…Consistent with the concept of IL-23 being a unifying factor in SpA, I show that like the gut, skin, and joints - IL-23 can also act locally on a resident IL-23 responsive cells to drive pathology within the eye.…”

Exploring the composition of placental microbiome and its potential origin in preterm birth by Saadaoui, M, Djekidel, MN, Murugesan, S, Kumar, M, Elhag, D, Singh, P, Kabeer, BSA, Marr, AK, Kino, T, Brummaier, T, McGready, R, Nosten, F, Chaussabel, D, Terranegra, A, Al Khodor, S

“…Additionally, it’s unclear whether the placental microbiome differs between healthy pregnancies and those with complications like preterm birth (PTB), which remains a leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. …”

Clinical delineation and immunopathogenesis of autoimmune encephalitis by Varley, J

“…Finally, the underlying immunology in patients with AE secondary to leucinerich glioma inactivated protein-1 (LGI1) and contactin-associated protein-like 2 (CASPR2) antibodies remains unexplored and a likely source of novel, targeted immunotherapies.…”

Association between a selective 5-HT4 receptor agonist and incidence of major depressive disorder: emulated target trial by de Cates, AN, Harmer, CJ, Harrison, PJ, Cowen, PJ, Emmanuel, A, Travis, S, Murphy, SE, Taquet, M

“…Highly selective 5-HT4R agonists, such as prucalopride, have antidepressant-like and procognitive effects in preclinical models, but their clinical effects are not yet established. …”

Paradoxical choice and the value of information in animals by Ajuwon, V

“…</p> <br> <p>In Chapter 4, I use <em>GoFish</em> and the paradoxical choice protocol to explore non-instrumental information-seeking in fish (goldfish) for the first time. Like in birds and mammals, fish learned the programmed contingencies and showed rational preferences between stimuli predicting differing reward probabilities, but, unlike the other vertebrates studied so far, this did not translate into a preference for signalled outcomes.…”

May measurement month 2022: an analysis of blood pressure screening findings from Sierra Leone by Jalloh, MB, Williams, CEE, Jegede, OG, Malijan, GMB, Naveed, A, Kanu, A, Bah, AK, Jalloh, F, Jalloh, A, Faulkner, MMJ, Agboola, K, Baldeh, M, Russell, JBW, Oladapo, OO

“…Its high prevalence and underdiagnosis, especially in low-resource settings like Sierra Leone, make it a significant public health challenge. …”

Profiling the growth conditions and persistent organic pollutants (POPS) tolerance of Phenoliferia glacialis USM-PSY62 by Ain Nur Afifah Azman, Shazilah Kamaruddin, Quay, Doris Huai Xia, Farah Diba Abu Bakar, Noor Haza Fazlin Hashim, Abdul Munir Abdul Murad, Izwan Bharudin

“…These microorganisms have special adaptations to extreme cold and low-nutrient conditions. Some extremophiles, like psychrophiles can thrive in these harsh environments. …”
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Multi-Objective Multi-Exemplar Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm with Local Awareness by Noori, Mustafa Sabah, Sahbudin, Ratna K.Z., Sali, Aduwati, Hashim, Fazirulhisyam

“…One of these MOO algorithms Multi-Objective Particle Swarm Optimization (MOPSO) extends it to handle problems with multiple objectives simultaneously, but like many swarm-based algorithms, MOPSO can suffer from premature convergence or local optima solutions. …”
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Maximizing the performance of badminton athletes through core strength training: Unlocking their full potential using machine learning (ML) modeling by Ma, Shuzhen, Geok Soh, Kim, Japar, Salimah, Xu, Simao, Zhicheng, Guo

“…A comprehensive literature review was conducted to explore the biomechanical demands of badminton and how core musculature contributes to movements like serving, smashing, and lunging. Studies assessing the effects of core training programs in related racquet sports were also examined. …”
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Fluorescent imaging and bio-cellular uptake assessment of gold-near infrared dye conjugated cockle shell calcium carbonate nanoparticles by Kiranda, H.K., Mahmud, R.B., Mahmood, S.K., Zakaria, Z.A.

“…Biocompatibility of Au-CsCaCO3NPs in cultured human breast carcinoma cells MCF-7 and mouse embryonic fibroblast cells NIH3T3 was evaluated using bioassays like Lactate Dehydrogenase LDH and Reactive Oxygen Species ROS for toxic examination. …”
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Frequency-dependent dielectric spectroscopic analysis on phytochemical and antioxidant activities in Radix Glycyrrhizae extract by Hong Liang, Ong, Ee Meng, Cheng, Mohamad, Che Wan Sharifah Robiah, Mohd Nasir, Nashrul Fazli, Xiao Jian, Tan, Chong You, Beh, Ziezie Mohd Tarmizi, Emma, Kim Yee, Lee, Kok Yeow, You, Shing Fhan, Khor, Kim Fey, Leu, Kian Keong, Te, Mohd Roslan, Mohd Riza, Baharuddin, Siti Aishah

“…It is particularly effective in relieving respiratory problems like coughs, sore throats, bronchitis, and asthma. …”
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Enhancing indoor positioning accuracy with WLAN and WSN: a QPSO hybrid algorithm with Surface tessellation by Scavino, Edgar, Abd Rahman, Mohd Amiruddin, Farid, Zahid, Ahmad, Sadique, Asim, Muhammad

“…Moreover, satellite-based Global Positioning System (GPS) signals are likely to be unusable in deep indoor spaces, and technologies like WiFi and Bluetooth are susceptible to signal noise and fading effects. …”
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Effects of temperature and velocity on chlorine dispersion in an indoor storage system using computational fluid dynamics simulation by Safakar, Mohsen

“…Results of the simulations showed that the chlorine dispersion would behave like the liquid when it was being flown on any surface. …”
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Aerodynamic Effects of High-Speed Train Positions During Tunnel Exit Under Crosswind Conditions Using Computational Fluid Dynamics by Rajendran, S, Ishak, I. A, Arafat, M, Mohammad, A. F, Salleh, Z. M, Samiran, N. A, Ja’a, M. N. M, Sulaiman, S

“…Strong crosswinds can cause catastrophic accidents like overturning and derailment in extreme circumstances, therefore the train's capacity to tolerate their impacts is crucial. …”
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