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kn-title=Favorable outcomes of epilepsy with gait-induced seizures after resection of the unilateral supplementary motor area
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kn-abstract=Background: Gait-induced seizures are a rare manifestation of reflex epilepsy. Pathophysiology of this phenomenon has not been fully understood.<br>
Case presentation: A 28-year-old woman presented with a long history of “falls” following paroxysmal bilateral leg stiffness triggered by walking. Scalp electroencephalogram (EEG) revealed low-amplitude rhythmic beta activity, maximal at the Cz electrode, during these events. Magnetoencephalography demonstrated repetitive sharp waves source-localized to the right primary motor cortex. Multiple anti-seizure medications failed to improve her symptoms; however, the clinical manifestation was consistent with epilepsy with gait-induced seizures. Intracranial subdural EEG recording was performed and confirmed ictal activity originating from the right supplementary motor area. Resection of this area resulted in complete resolution of her symptoms.<br>
Discussion: This is the first reported case of successful resective surgery for epilepsy with gait-induced seizure. Brain networks involving cortical regions responsible for the initiation or execution of walking presumably played a key role in the generation of gait-induced seizures. Careful assessment using non-invasive neurophysiological studies facilitated accurate diagnosis, successful intracranial recordings, and effective resective surgery.
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en-keyword=Reflex epilepsy
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kn-title=Novel in-frame duplication variant of SOD1 in a Japanese family with familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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kn-abstract=Objectives: To analyze the cases of a family with a novel in-frame duplication variant (NM_000454.5:c.357_357 + 2dup, p.Val120dup) of SOD1 and a structural model of the mutated SOD1 protein. Methods: The clinical profiles of three patients in the family were analyzed, including the neuropathological findings of the proband’s mother. Genetic analyses were conducted for three patients. cDNA and in silico structural analyses were performed to evaluate the effects of duplication variants on the structure of SOD1. Results: The clinical features of the patients included predominant involvement of the lower motor neurons, asymmetric onset of motor symptoms in the lower limbs, and a relatively rapid progression of muscular weakness and respiratory insufficiency. Neuropathological findings revealed severe loss of spinal cord motor neurons, and immunohistochemistry using an anti-misfolded SOD1 antibody revealed aggregates in the spinal cord. Genetic analyses revealed a c.357_357 + 2dup at the exon 4–intron 4 boundary of SOD1 in three patients. cDNA analysis of the proband suggested the presence of a valine (p.Val120dup) duplication in the heterozygous state, and the SOD1 transcript level showed no significant differences from those of healthy controls. In silico structural analyses predicted that p.Val120dup could affect the structure of the β-barrels and copper ion binding site of SOD1, suggesting an abnormal conformation of SOD1 that is predicted to interfere with the binding of copper ions. Conclusion: We identified a novel in-frame duplication variant in the C-terminus of β7 of SOD1. This genotype–structure–phenotype study of SOD1 provides valuable insights into disease-causing mechanisms.
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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kn-title=Cardiac characteristics of Fabry disease from baseline enrolment data in a nationwide prospective Japanese registry
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kn-abstract=Background: Fabry disease (FD) is an important disease in the cardiovascular field because a significant proportion of patients with FD die from cardiac lesions.<br>
Methods: A multicenter prospective registration study of patients with FD throughout Japan was designed. The baseline clinical characteristics of 175 patients are presented here.<br>
Results: The mean ages at enrolment and at diagnosis were 52 ± 16 and 43 ± 18 years, respectively, with men accounting for 38 % of the patients. In the cohort, 24 % of the patients had the classical hemizygote male type, whereas 14 % had the late-onset male type, and 62 % had the heterozygote female type. On electrocardiography data at enrolment in 92 patients with left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) (maximum LV wall thickness > 12 mm), 12 % showed a short PQ interval (< 120 msec), and 33 % had a short PendQ interval (≤ 40 msec). The Sokolow-Lyon voltage was high (6.1 ± 13.1 mv). Regarding the distribution of LVH patterns, 77 % of the patients showed concentric diffuse LVH, 16 % of the patients had asymmetric septal hypertrophy, and 1 % of the patients had hypertrophy confined to the LV apex. With regard to implantation of cardiac devices, permanent pacemakers had been implanted in 5 % of the patients and defibrillators had been implanted in 12 patients (7 %), for primary prevention in nine patients and for secondary prevention in three patients.<br>
Conclusion: As the first large-scale prospective registry of FD patients in Japan, this study has provided valuable baseline data for the cardiac features and management of FD.
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Tokyo Women's Medical University
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en-affil=Department of Cardiology, National Defense Medical College
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affil-num=22
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affil-num=23
en-affil=Center for Advanced Heart Failure, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=24
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Hiroshima University Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences
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affil-num=25
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Hamamatsu Red Cross Hospital
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine and Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Mie University Hospital
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Nara Medical University
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affil-num=29
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affil-num=30
en-affil=Department of Cardiology and Geriatrics, Kochi Medical School, Kochi University
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kn-title=Coast uplifted by nearby shore-parallel active submarine faults during the 2024 Mw 7.5 Noto Peninsula earthquake
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kn-abstract=An Mw 7.5 earthquake occurred at 16:10 JST on January 1, 2024 at a depth of 16 km on the Noto Peninsula, central Japan. This earthquake was the second-largest intraplate earthquake recorded in Japan during 120 years of seismic observation, and it caused approximately 100 km of coastal seafloor emergence along the peninsula's northern coast. Herein, we mapped the emergence of this coastal seafloor and measured the uplift along the coast. The movement of the coastline led to the emergence of approximately 4.4 km2 of seafloor, which is continuous and probably the longest in the world. We determined the uplift distribution along the coast using the white remains of a reddish seaweed called Corallina pilulifera. Its upper limit exhibited a distinct horizontal line, effectively representing the uplift amount throughout the peninsula. Two large, uplifted regions were identified, around Cape Saruyama (5.21 m) in the west and Cape Kurasaki (2.70 m) in the north. Although active offshore submarine faults have been extensively researched, the fault traces remain poorly defined because they are primarily interpreted from seismic reflection profiles. We identified the distribution of active submarine faults using anaglyph-type stereoscopic images, confirming the subsurface deformation structure seen through the seismic reflection profiles. The main fault trace is primarily straight and contiguous with the nearby north coast. The uplift amount is greater near the active fault traces on the north side and diminishes sharply with increasing distance from these faults, indicating a southward tilt of surface uplift related to the active submarine faults.
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Hiroshima University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=University of Teacher Education Fukuoka
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Hyogo University of Teacher Education
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Yamaguchi University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Hiroshima University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Nagoya University
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
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affil-num=11
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kn-title=Surface exposure ages of middle–late Pleistocene marine and fluvial terraces along the northern and southern Sanriku coasts, Northeast Japan
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kn-abstract=To estimate long-term rates of coastal uplift along the northern Pacific coast of Northeast Japan, we determined the surface exposure ages of marine and fluvial terraces based on terrestrial in situ cosmogenic radionuclide dating of exposed bedrock surfaces. Based on reinterpretation of marine and fluvial terraces, we collected samples from the northern and southern Sanriku coast. The surface exposure ages from 10Be concentrations in quartz calculated from the measured 10Be/9Be ratios commonly suggest MIS 5 and MIS 7 for the marine and fluvial terraces and averaged coastal uplift rates of ca. 0.25 ± 0.15 and 0.4 mm/yr along the northern and southern Sanriku coast at intermediate timescales. The results may demonstrate different styles of crustal strain accommodation in the northern Northeast Japan arc above the subducting Pacific plate.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=5
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start-page=401
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kn-title=Effect of Storage Temperature and a Sugar-ester Edible Coating on Postharvest Quality and Storage Life of ‘Fuyu’ Persimmon (Diospyros kaki Thunb.)
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kn-abstract=In ‘Fuyu’ persimmons (Diospyros kaki Thunb.), crunchiness is a preferred postharvest attribute among both distributors and consumers. The present study first examined softening characteristics during storage at 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25°C. Fruit stored at 0°C remained firm for 84 d, while that stored at 5°C had a 100% softening rate within 35 d. At 10 and 15°C, over 70% of fruit softened within 49 d and 63 d, respectively. The softening rate was relatively slower at 20 and 25°C, with only 27% softened fruit after 56 d at 25°C. The potential of a newly developed sugar-ester (SE) edible coating to delay fruit softening and maintain postharvest quality was then assessed during storage at 0 and 25°C. Uncoated fruit stored at 0°C for 56 d developed chilling injury (CI) symptoms (rapid fruit softening and peel browning) within 2 d of rewarming at 20°C. These CI symptoms were notably mitigated in SE-coated fruit. At 25°C, SE coating also delayed fruit softening and peel color change in addition to reducing fruit shrinkage. In conclusion, in ‘Fuyu’ persimmons ambient temperature (20–25°C) storage in combination with an edible SE coating is recommended for the high demand Christmas and new year seasons and 0°C storage with an edible SE coating is suitable for longer storage and distribution.
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en-aut-name=MitaloOscar W.
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en-aut-name=OtsukiTakumi
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life Science, Natural Science and Technology Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life Science, Natural Science and Technology Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life Science, Natural Science and Technology Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Agriculture, University of Miyazaki
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Shiga R&amp;D Center, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life Science, Natural Science and Technology Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life Science, Natural Science and Technology Okayama University
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en-keyword=chilling injury
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dt-pub=20240701
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en-title=
kn-title=Activated CD4+ T Cell Proportion in the Peripheral Blood Correlates with the Duration of Cytokine Release Syndrome and Predicts Clinical Outcome after Chimeric Antigen Receptor T Cell Therapy
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kn-abstract=Objective Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy is an emerging and effective therapy for relapsed or refractory diffuse large B cell lymphoma (R/R DLBCL). The characteristic toxicities of CAR T cell therapy include cytokine release syndrome (CRS) and prolonged cytopenia. We investigated the factors associated with these complications after CAR T cell therapy by analyzing lymphocyte subsets following CAR T cell infusion.<br>
Methods We retrospectively analyzed peripheral blood samples on days 7, 14, and 28 after tisagenlecleucel (tisa-cel) infusion by flow cytometry at our institution between June 2020 and September 2022.<br>
Patients Thirty-five patients with R/R DLBCL who received tisa-cel therapy were included.<br>
Results A flow cytometry-based analysis of blood samples from these patients revealed that the proportion of CD4+CD25+CD127+ T cells (hereafter referred to as "activated CD4+ T cells" ) among the total CD4+ T cells on day 7 after tisa-cel infusion correlated with the duration of CRS (r=0.79, p<0.01). In addition, a prognostic analysis of the overall survival (OS) using time-dependent receiver operating characteristic curves indicated a significantly more favorable OS and progression-free survival of patients with a proportion of activated CD4+ T cells among the total CD4+ T cells <0.73 (p=0.01, and p<0.01, respectively).<br>
Conclusion These results suggest that the proportion of activated CD4+ T cells on day 7 after tisa-cel infusion correlates with the CRS duration and predicts clinical outcomes after CAR T cell therapy. Further studies with a larger number of patients are required to validate these observations.
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Division of Clinical Laboratory, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
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kn-title=Role of polar localization of the silicon transporter OsLsi1 in metalloid uptake by rice roots
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kn-abstract=Low silicon (Si) rice 1 (OsLsi1) is a key transporter mediating Si uptake in rice (Oryza sativa). It is polarly localized at the distal side of the root exodermis and endodermis. Although OsLsi1 is also permeable to other metalloids, such as boron (B), germanium (Ge), arsenic (As), antimony (Sb), and selenium (Se), the role of its polar localization in the uptake of these metalloids remains unclear. In this study, we investigated the role of OsLsi1 polar localization in metalloid uptake by examining transgenic rice plants expressing polarly or nonpolarly localized OsLsi1 variants. Loss of OsLsi1 polar localization resulted in decreased accumulation of Ge, B, and As in shoots but increased Sb accumulation, while Se accumulation remained unaffected under normal conditions. Experiments with varying B concentrations revealed that B uptake is significantly lower at low B concentrations (0.3 to 3 μm) but higher at high B concentrations (300 μm) in plants expressing nonpolarly localized OsLsi1, despite the similar B permeability of both OsLsi1 variants in Xenopus oocytes and their comparable protein abundance in roots. Additionally, the loss of OsLsi1 polarity did not affect the abundance, localization, or high B-induced degradation of the borate transporter 1 (OsBOR1), an efflux transporter that cooperates with OsLsi1 for B uptake. Taken together, our findings demonstrate that the polar localization of OsLsi1 plays a critical role in regulating metalloid uptake, depending on the presence or absence of efflux transporters cooperating with OsLsi1.
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kn-title=Interaction between nuclear‐translocated cellular communication network factor 2 and purine‐rich box 1 regulates the expression of fibrosis‐related genes
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kn-abstract=Cellular communication network factor 2 (CCN2) with a nuclear localization signal-like peptide is known to promote fibrosis. However, translocation of CCN2 into the nucleus and its role in fibrosis remain unclear. We hypothesized that nuclear-translocated CCN2 is associated with purine-rich box 1 (PU.1), which is a transcription factor regulating the differentiation of myofibroblasts. Western blot analysis of the cytoplasmic and nuclear fractions of cell lysate and immunofluorescence analysis revealed that CCN2 was detectable in both the cytoplasm and nuclei of murine fibroblastic NIH3T3 cells. Additionally, chromatin immunoprecipitation (IP)-PCR and an electrophoretic mobility shift assay revealed that recombinant CCN2 protein bound to the regulatory region of Spi1, which encodes PU.1. Furthermore, IP-Western blot analysis showed that CCN2 interacted with PU.1. Finally, the forced expression of both Ccn2 and Spi1 significantly promoted the production of angiotensin II, and increased fibrosis-related molecules, such as Col1a1 and Acta2, at the gene and protein levels. These findings indicate that CCN2 translocated to the nucleus interacts with PU.1 and that the complex promotes the markers of myofibroblast differentiation, suggesting that CCN2 plays an important role in fibrosis via cooperation with PU.1, as a transcription co-factor.
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kn-title=A Case of Retinopathy–Sensory Neuropathy Syndrome With a Novel Compound Heterozygous FLVCR1 Variant
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kn-abstract=Background and Aims: Retinopathy–sensory neuropathy syndrome (RETSNS), also known as posterior column ataxia with retinitis pigmentosa (PCARP), is a rare neurodegenerative disorder that is caused by biallelic pathogenic variants in FLVCR1. Here, we report a case of a Japanese patient with RETSNS.<br>
Methods: Clinical, neuroradiological, and electrophysiological findings were documented. Whole-genome sequencing was performed. Subcloning was carried out to confirm compound heterozygosity. A functional assay was performed to assess the pathogenicity of the variants.<br>
Results: The patient showed retinitis pigmentosa and sensory ataxia. Over the course of the disease, autonomic dysfunction has become increasingly evident. Despite consanguinity in the family, whole-genome sequencing identified two heterozygous variants in FLVCR1 (c.369T>G, p.Phe123Leu and c.733A>G, p.Asn245Asp). Cloning of the PCR product followed by Sanger sequencing indicated compound heterozygosity of the variants. Immunocytochemistry of HEK293FT cells transfected with plasmids containing wild-type or variant FLVCR1 cDNA demonstrated altered subcellular localization of the variant FLVCR1 proteins, characterized by reduced membrane localization.<br>
Interpretation: We report a novel variant in FLVCR1 causing RETSNS. The functional assay supports the pathogenicity of the variants.
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=10
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Identification of New Repeat Expansion Diseases
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kn-abstract=Through a genetic study of benign adult familial myoclonus epilepsy (BAFME) type 1, TTTCA and TTTTA repeat expansions have been identified in intron 4 of SAMD12. Lengths of expanded repeats inversely correlated with age at onset of epilepsy. Gain-of-toxic function mechanisms are suggested by the presence of UUUCA-repeat-containing RNA foci. From families with BAFME who did not have repeat expansions in SAMD12, we identified expanded TTTCA and TTTTA repeats in TNRC6A and RAPGEF2. These findings indicated a strong correlation between the repeat motif and the phenotype, leading to the identification of other types of BAFME. We then conducted genetic analysis of neuronal intranuclear inclusion disease (NIID), oculopharyngeal myopathy with leukoencephalopathy (OPML), and oculopharyngodistal myopathy (OPDM). From the observation that NIID, OPML, and OPDM, in addition to fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome, have shared clinical features, a direct search for CGG repeat expansions successfully led to the identification of the causative genes. Here, I review recent studies on repeat expansions.
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en-aut-name=IshiuraHiroyuki
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affil-num=1
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kn-abstract=To examine the effects of size and velocity of impinging diesel spray flames on wall heat transfer, this study conducted visualization of the spray flame and measurements of wall heat flux in a constant volume vessel. The impinging flame velocity was varied by adjusting the injection velocity. To vary the flame size independently of the flame velocity, the nozzle orifice diameter and the nozzle-to-wall distance were varied under similarity conditions, while maintaining a constant ratio of nozzle-to-wall distance to orifice diameter. Care was taken to minimize wall interference from the liquid phase and unburned regions of the spray flame by employing a high cetane number fuel and increasing the nozzle-to-wall distance. The experimental results showed that the wall heat flux increased as the impinging velocity increased, and the flame width decreased. The power-law correlations between the Nusselt and Reynolds numbers were determined based on the experimental results, revealing that the exponent of the Reynolds number reaches a local minimum at the impingement point. As the radial displacement from the impingement point increases, the exponent of the Reynolds number approaches approximately 0.8, which is a typical value for turbulent wall flow.
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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kn-title=Assessing water resources availability and crop performance under climate change in Kenya's Bura irrigation scheme using SWAT and AquaCrop
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kn-abstract=The current study focused on Tana River Basin in Kenya, home to the Bura irrigation scheme (BIS). The BIS faces water supply shortages during critical months of crop development. This study aimed to evaluate the available water resources and crop performance using the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) and AquaCrop, respectively, under historical and future shared socioeconomic pathways (SSPs) at the BIS. SWAT estimated the total available flows (TAF) at the BIS intake, whereas AquaCrop estimated crop water requirements (CWR), yields, and water productivity (Wpet) of rice and maize at various carbon (IV) oxide (CO2) levels. The study suggested that the TAF will remain relatively low during the early critical crop development stages in the main cropping season, August-October. Maize yields remained steady over the two cropping seasons under both constant and elevated CO2 levels in the historical and future periods, as opposed to those of rice. Elevated CO2 levels led to diminishing CWR. Moreover, rice showed a stronger response to elevated CO2 than maize. As a result, maize which is less affected by variations in CO2 and temperatures and has less crop water requirements will be better suited than rice for cultivation in the BIS under climate change. To ensure a sustainable water supply in the scheme, the government should increase rainwater harvesting during periods of high TAF. Moreover, there should be a focus on introducing crops that are tolerant to water and temperature stresses and that can reap the most from the elevated CO2 levels.
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en-aut-name=WambuaDaniel Mwendwa
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en-aut-name=MaedaMorihiro
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kn-title=Observing Supernova Neutrino Light Curves with Super-Kamiokande. VI. A Practical Data Analysis Technique Considering Realistic Experimental Backgrounds
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kn-abstract=Neutrinos from supernovae, especially those emitted during the late phase of core collapse, are essential for understanding the final stages of massive star evolution. We have been dedicated to developing methods for the analysis of neutrinos emitted during the late phase and observed at Super-Kamiokande (SK). Our previous studies have successfully demonstrated the potential of various analysis methods in extracting essential physical properties; however, the lack of background consideration has limited their practical application. In this study, we address this issue by incorporating a realistic treatment of the experimental signal and background events with the on-going SK experiment. We therefore optimize our analysis framework to reflect realistic observational conditions, including both signal and background events. Using this framework we study several long-time supernova models, simulating the late phase neutrino observation in SK and focusing in particular on the identification of the last observed event. We discuss the possibility of model discrimination methods using timing information from this last observed event.
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en-affil=National Institute of Technology, Ibaraki College
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kn-title=Robust adhesion between solid-state hydroxyapatite and bone tissue through surface demineralization
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kn-abstract=Objective: Current bone adhesives typically lack adequate mechanical strength, long-term stability, or biocompatibility. To address these limitations, we designed a new adhesion strategy using a solid-state hydroxyapatite (HAp) adhesive in combination with bone surface demineralization.<br>
Methods: Solid-state HAp adhesives were synthesized via wet chemical precipitation and heat treatment. Cortical bone specimens were partially demineralized with phosphoric acid (H3PO4) or ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), and characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and attenuated total reflectance–Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR). Shear adhesion strength of HAp to demineralized bone was measured over time. In vivo fixation was assessed in rats using micro-computed tomography and histology. Statistical analysis used Tukey-Kramer tests after normality and variance checks.<br>
Results: Although the HAp adhesive failed to adhere to non-demineralized bone, effective adhesion was achieved on the surface-demineralized bone tissue. Shear adhesion strength was significantly higher in EDTA-treated samples (238.4 kPa at 10 h) compared to H3PO4-treated samples (102.9 kPa at 1 h), with performance correlating with demineralization depth. ATR-FTIR and SEM analyses revealed that EDTA preserved collagen's triple-helix structure and free water content, both enhancing adhesion. Animal experiments confirmed stable fixation of HAp adhesive to demineralized bone tissue.<br>
Conclusions: Surface demineralization enabled strong adhesion of the solid-state HAp adhesive to bone by exposing collagen swollen with water. Adhesion strength was influenced by structural changes in the demineralized layer, and the adhesive provided stable in vivo fixation, supporting its potential for bone-anchored biomedical applications.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Robustness of the RGB image-based estimation for rice above-ground biomass by utilizing the dataset collected across multiple locations
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kn-abstract=Above-ground biomass (AGB) is a critical phenotype representing crop growth. Non-invasive evaluations of AGB, including deep-learning-based red-green-blue (RGB) image analyses, are often specific to the training data. The robustness of the estimation model across untrained conditions is essential to monitor crop productivity globally, but it has yet to be fully assessed. This study aims to assess the robustness of a convolutional neural network (CNN) model for rice AGB estimation across five locations in three countries, and to demonstrate the feasibility of robust model via a practical approach. From transplanting to heading, 1957 RGB images were captured vertically downward over the rice canopy, covering approximately 1 m2. First, a base model was established using data collected from a single location. Then, its robustness was assessed using test datasets taken from the other four locations. The CNN model showed a significant variation in estimation accuracy across the untrained four locations, indicating insufficient robustness of the base model. Subsequently, we quantitatively tested the impact of improving training data diversity on model robustness by adding data from each of the four locations to the base model's training data. Adding at most 48 data points from a location achieved practical accuracy for the added location, with R2Ad above 0.8. Interestingly, adding data from one location sometimes improved the accuracy for other untrained locations as well. These findings suggest that collecting diverse training data for RGB-based estimation, combined with evaluation of robustness paves the way for on-site and instant AGB monitoring of rice.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
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affil-num=10
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affil-num=11
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kn-title=Ileus Tube-Related Intussusception: A Case Report and Review of 80 Previously Reported Cases
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kn-abstract=We report a rare case of ileus tube-related intussusception in an adult. A 56-year-old man with adhesive bowel obstruction was treated with a nasointestinal ileus tube. Although his condition initially improved, persistent abdominal pain led to the diagnosis of intussusception via CT imaging. Manual repositioning of the tube resolved the intussusception without the need for bowel resection. A review of 80 previously reported cases of ileus tube-associated intussusception (total 81 cases, 95 lesions) highlighted the timing of onset, treatment strategies, and precautions. Early detection and diagnosis are crucial to prevent severe complications and preserve bowel function.
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kn-title=Recurrence of FVIII Inhibitor during Surgery in a Patient with Severe Hemophilia A Receiving Emicizumab Prophylaxis
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kn-abstract=Emicizumab, a bispecific monoclonal antibody, benefits patients with severe hemophilia A. It alters laboratory assessments of coagulation activity, requiring anti-idiotype monoclonal antibodies for accurate monitoring. A 64-year-old man, receiving emicizumab regularly, was admitted for laminoplasty. We planned to use FVIII replacement during the perioperative period after confirming the disappearance of inhibitors, monitoring coagulation activity with anti-idiotype monoclonal antibodies. Activated partial thromboplastin time was prolonged on postoperative day 2, prompting an immediate switch to eptacog alfa. The patient recovered without bleeding. This case underscores the necessity of anti-idiotype monoclonal antibodies for accurate monitoring.
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
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affil-num=9
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kn-title=Perioperative Team Management Was Beneficially Associated with Prolonged Postoperative Hospital Stays after Long Lower-Abdominal Surgeries
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kn-abstract=Our hospital began a PERIO program (perioperative patient management by a multi-disciplinary team from multiple departments) in 2016 to improve patient outcomes. We retrospectively analyzed the clinical effects of the PERIO program regarding the postoperative hospital stay (PHS) in the patients aged ≥ 18 years who underwent long lower-abdominal surgery at our hospital during the period April 2019 to March 2023. We excluded the cases of patients whose general anesthesia use was < 8 h, those for whom another surgery was performed simultaneously at another site, and emergency surgeries. The outcome was prolonged PHS, defined as exceeding the scheduled number of days specified in the patient’s clinical pathway. Among the 480 patients, prolonged PHS was observed for 270 patients (56.3%). In a multivariate logistic regression using advanced age, sex, high-risk general state, surgery requiring colon resection, serious adverse events (SAEs), and PERIO use, the following were associated with prolonged PHS: advance age (odds ratio [OR] 4.91, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.68-8.99, p=0.01), surgery requiring colon resection (OR 4.91, 95%CI: 2.68-8.99, p<0.001), SAE (OR 18.7, 95%CI: 7.22-48.2, p<0.001), and PERIO (OR 0.25, 95%CI: 0.13-0.47, p<0.001). The use of the PERIO program was thus beneficially associated with PHS after long lower-abdominal surgery.
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kn-title=Effects of Thoron Inhalation and Cyclosporin A Treatment on Dextran Sulfate Sodium-Induced Oxidative Damage in Mice
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kn-abstract=Radon (222Rn; Rn) and thoron (220Rn; Tn) inhalation have been reported to enhance antioxidant activity in various organs. However, the effects of Tn on the colon have not been investigated. This study aimed to clarify the effects of Tn inhalation, alone and in combination with cyclosporin A (CsA), on dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced colitis, and the accompanying oxidative stress, in mice. Male BALB/c mice were subjected to continuous 8-day Tn inhalation (c-Tn, 533±128 Bq/m3) or alternate-day Tn inhalation over the same period (f-Tn, 577±63Bq/m3), followed by treatment with 3% DSS and either CsA or vehicle for 7 days. Although the disease activity index (DAI) decreased significantly by day 2 in the c-Tn group, scores remained significantly higher than those in the f-Tn group. In the c-Tn group, superoxide dismutase and catalase activity in the colon were significantly elevated compared with those in sham controls. Thus, DSS-induced damage was effectively inhibited in the earlier stages by the c-Tn mode of inhalation than by the f-Tn mode. These findings suggest that continuous Tn inhalation more effectively attenuated early colitis symptoms than alternate-day inhalation, potentially through upregulation of antioxidant defenses. Tn and CsA showed no combined effects.
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en-aut-name=KataokaTakahiro
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en-affil=Graduate School of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Ningyo-toge Environmental Engineering Center, Japan Atomic Energy Agency
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Ningyo-toge Environmental Engineering Center, Japan Atomic Energy Agency
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en-affil=Faculty of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Faculty of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=Real-World Outcomes of Anti-Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Therapy for Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration in Patients Aged 85 or Older
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kn-abstract=We investigated the treatment outcomes of patients aged ≥85 years with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) who received anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapy using either treat-and-extend (TAE) or pro re nata (PRN) regimens for 1 year in real-world clinical practice. Eighty-five eyes from 85 patients were included. Among them, types 1, 2, and 3 macular neovascularization and polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy were present in 27.1%, 17.6%, 18.8%, and 36.5%, respectively. TAE and PRN regimens were used in 43.5% and 56.5% of patients, respectively. At baseline, the PRN group was older and had worse best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), greater central retinal thickness, and more intraretinal fluid than the TAE group. In the TAE group, the mean number of injections was 7.6, BCVA improved significantly, and all retinal fluid rates decreased. In the PRN group, the mean number of injections was 3.9, BCVA remained unchanged, and the rates of macular fibrosis and atrophy increased. No serious adverse events were observed in either group. Anti-VEGF therapy was safe for patients aged ≥ 85 years with nAMD, and the TAE regimen effectively improved BCVA in this population. BCVA remained unchanged in the PRN-treated patients, with baseline disease severity and/or undertreatment potentially influencing the outcomes.
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en-aut-name=Morizane HosokawaMio
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en-aut-name=KimuraShuhei
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en-aut-name=MorizaneYuki
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en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Sensory Modality-Dependent Interplay Between Updating and Inhibition Under Increased Working Memory Load: An ERP Study
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Working memory (WM) performance relies on the coordination of updating and inhibition functions within the central executive system. However, their interaction under varying cognitive loads, particularly across sensory modalities, remains unclear. Methods: This study examined how sensory modality modulates flanker interference under increasing WM loads. Twenty-two participants performed a visual n-back task at three load levels (1-, 2-, and 3-back) while ignoring visual (within-modality) or auditory (cross-modality) flankers. Results: Behaviorally, increased WM load (2- and 3-back) led to reduced accuracy (AC) and prolonged reaction times (RTs) in both conditions. In addition, flanker interference was observed under the 2-back condition in both the visual within-modality (VM) and audiovisual cross-modality (AVM) tasks. However, performance impairment emerged at a lower load (2-back) in the VM condition, whereas in the AVM condition, it only emerged at the highest load (3-back). Significant performance impairment in the AVM condition occurred at higher WM loads, suggesting that greater WM load is required to trigger interference. Event-related potential (ERP) results showed that N200 amplitudes increased significantly for incongruent flankers under the highest WM load (3-back) in the visual within-modality condition, reflecting greater inhibitory demands. In the cross-modality condition, enhanced N200 was not observed across all loads and even reversed at low load (1-back). Moreover, the results also showed that P300 amplitude increased with load in the within-modality condition but decreased in the cross-modality condition. Conclusions: These results demonstrated that the interaction between updating and inhibition is shaped by both WM load and sensory modality, further supporting a sensory modality-specific resource allocation mechanism. The cross-modality configurations may enable more efficient distribution of cognitive resources under high load, reducing interference between concurrent executive demands.
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en-aut-name=WuJinglong
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en-aut-name=YangJiajia
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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kn-title=Effects of visual spatial frequency on audiovisual interaction: an event-related potential study
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kn-abstract=Spatial frequency is a fundamental characteristic of visual signals that modulates the audiovisual integration behavior, but the neural mechanisms underlying spatial frequency are not well established. In the present study, the high temporal resolution of event-related potentials was used to investigate how visual spatial frequency modulates audiovisual integration. A visual orientation discrimination task was used, and the spatial frequency of visual stimuli was manipulated under three conditions. Results showed that the influence of visual spatial frequency on audiovisual integration is a dynamic process. The earliest audiovisual integration occurred over the left temporal-occipital regions in the early sensory stage (60–90 ms) for high spatial frequency conditions but was absent for low and middle spatial frequency conditions. In addition, audiovisual integration over fronto-central regions was delayed as spatial frequency increased (from 230–260 ms to 260–320 ms). The integration effect was also observed over parietal and occipital regions at 350–380 ms, and its strength gradually decreased at higher spatial frequencies. These discrepancies in the temporal and spatial distributions of audiovisual integration imply that the role of spatial frequency varies between early sensory and late cognitive stages. The findings of this study offer the first neural demonstration that spatial frequency modulates audiovisual integration, thus providing a basis for studying complex multisensory integration, especially in semantic and emotional domains.
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en-aut-name=YangJiajia
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en-aut-name=WangMeng
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=School of Artificial Intelligence, Changchun University of Science and Technology
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kn-title=Amelioration of Cd-induced bone deterioration by orally administered calcium phosphate
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kn-abstract=Cadmium (Cd) is a heavy metal that accumulates in the body, primarily through daily grain intake, and has a high affinity for bone, leading to skeletal diseases such as osteomalacia and fractures. Hydroxyapatite (HAp), a major bone mineral component, is highly pH-sensitive and is known to incorporate Cd, as observed in studies of Itai-itai disease. Based on these findings, we hypothesized that HAp could serve as an effective oral detoxification material for heavy metals. This study investigated the efficacy of orally administered HAp in inhibiting Cd-induced changes in bone physical and chemical properties, comparing its effects to those of activated charcoal (AC), a common detoxifying agent. Six-week-old male ICR mice were exposed to cadmium via drinking water containing CdCl2 and subsequently given diets containing either HAp or AC for four weeks. Three-point bending tests, micro-CT analysis, and histological observations of the femurs demonstrated that mice receiving HAp exhibited improved mechanical strength and enhanced bone quality protection compared to the control and other Cd-treated groups. Activated charcoal also contributed to bone quality improvement at low concentrations, but its effect diminished at high concentrations. These results suggest that the oral administration of HAp may be a promising therapeutic strategy for suppressing cadmium-induced osteomalacia.
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en-aut-name=OtakaAkihisa
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en-aut-name=MatsumotoTakuya
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Biomaterials, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Biomaterials, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Biomaterials, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Biomaterials, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Division of Materials and Manufacturing Science, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Division of Materials and Manufacturing Science, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Biomaterials, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Cadmium
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kn-title=Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy of hydrogen fluoride dimers in solid parahydrogen
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kn-abstract=We investigate the Fourier-transform infrared spectra of hydrogen fluoride dimers in solid parahydrogen, the detailed analysis of which has remained unexplored. We propose a plausible analysis based on concentration dependence, light polarization, annealing, and time evolution. The absorption lines exhibited multiple peaks, with intensity ratios significantly altered by annealing and by time evolution at a constant temperature. The spectral patterns and isotopic effects suggest that the dimers do not rotate freely in solid parahydrogen, while multiple peaks arise from different stable structures, including single and double substitution sites. Unlike in the gas phase and helium droplets, no tunneling splitting was observed. The broad ν1 band suggests that some dimer structures may exhibit axial rotation. Spectral changes due to annealing likely result from site conversion, while observed IR-induced changes indicate preferential dissociation of dimers in double substitution sites. These findings still remain tentative, necessitating further experimental and theoretical studies.
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kn-title=Interaction Between Thyroid Hormones and Bone Morphogenetic Proteins in the Regulation of Steroidogenesis by Granulosa Cells
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kn-abstract=Thyroid hormones are fundamental regulators of cellular differentiation, development, and metabolism. Their receptors are expressed in reproductive tissues, including the ovary, and dysregulation of thyroid hormone homeostasis has been associated with menstrual disturbances, infertility, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) ligands and their receptors are functionally involved in gonadotropin-induced ovarian steroidogenesis in an autocrine or paracrine manner. In this study, we examined the effects of thyroid hormones on steroidogenesis and their interplay with BMP signaling by using human granulosa-like KGN cells and primary rat granulosa cells (GCs). In KGN cells, triiodothyronine (T3) enhanced forskolin-induced expression of key steroidogenic enzymes involved in both estradiol biosynthesis and progesterone synthesis/metabolism, whereas thyroxine (T4) exerted minimal effects. In rat GCs, T3 treatment increased follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)-stimulated estradiol production without altering progesterone output. T3 pretreatment attenuated BMP-6-induced phosphorylation of Smad1/5/9 in KGN cells, accompanied by upregulation of inhibitory Smad6 and downregulation of the BMP type II receptor. Conversely, BMP-6 stimulation elevated thyroid hormone receptor β expression, indicating reciprocal regulatory interactions between thyroid hormone and BMP pathways. Collectively, these findings suggest that thyroid hormones modulate steroidogenesis, at least in part, through suppression of endogenous BMP-6 signaling in granulosa cells.
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en-aut-name=SoejimaYoshiaki
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en-aut-name=YamamotoKoichiro
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en-aut-name=NakanoYasuhiro
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en-aut-name=OtsukaFumio
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=bone morphogenetic protein (BMP)
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kn-title=Factors affecting the development of hypokalemia during apheresis in healthy donors
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kn-abstract=Despite being generally safe, apheresis for peripheral blood stem cell collection potentially disrupts electrolyte balance owing to the use of citric acid as an anticoagulant. As prior research has primarily studied hypocalcemia, information on the kinetics of potassium levels during apheresis in healthy donors is scarce. We investigated the fluctuation in potassium levels during apheresis and the risk factors for hypokalemia. This subanalysis used data from an open-label, randomized controlled trial of “oral calcium supplementation versus placebo in mitigating citrate toxicity” conducted between January 2021 and July 2022, at Okayama University Hospital. Potassium levels were significantly reduced after 5-day granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) administration (p < 0.0001), with seven patients (16.7 %) given oral potassium administration before apheresis because the treating physician deemed potassium levels potentially unsafe and three (7.1 %) presenting with hypokalemia at apheresis. Potassium levels after apheresis were significantly lower than those before apheresis (baseline; p < 0.0001), and 28 of 42 donors (66.7 %) experienced biochemical, clinically unapparent hypokalemia immediately after the completion of apheresis. A > 15 % reduction in potassium levels from baseline was associated with age and the acid citrate dextrose solution A (ACD-A) volume in univariate analysis. In the multivariable analysis, both factors were associated (hazard ratio [HR], 11.60; 95 % confidence interval [CI], 1.60–83.70; p = 0.02 and HR, 17.50; 95 % CI, 1.07–136.00; p = 0.04). In conclusion, G-CSF administration and apheresis ultimately induced hypokalemia in two-thirds of the donors. Older age and higher ACD-A volume may affect potassium levels during apheresis in healthy donors.
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en-aut-name=FujiiKeiko
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en-aut-name=KobayashiHiroki
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en-aut-name=AbeMasaya
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en-aut-name=FukumiTakuya
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en-aut-name=IkeuchiKazuhiro
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en-aut-name=OtsukaFumio
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en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Division of Clinical Laboratory, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-keyword=Allogeneic
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en-keyword=Peripheral blood stem cells
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en-keyword=Hypokalemia
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start-page=4918
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dt-pub=20250711
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en-title=
kn-title=Symptomatic Trends and Time to Recovery for Long COVID Patients Infected During the Omicron Phase
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kn-abstract=Background: Since the pathophysiology of long COVID is not yet fully understood, there are no specific methods for its treatment; however, its individual symptoms can currently be treated. Long COVID is characterized by symptoms that persist at least 2 to 3 months after contracting COVID-19, although it is difficult to predict how long such symptoms may persist. Methods: In the present study, 774 patients who first visited our outpatient clinic during the Omicron period from February 2022 to October 2024 were divided into two groups: the early recovery (ER) group (370 cases; 47.8%), who recovered in less than 180 days (median 33 days), and the persistent-symptom (PS) group (404 cases; 52.2%), who had symptoms that persisted for more than 180 days (median 437 days). The differences in clinical characteristics between these two groups were evaluated. Results: Although the median age of the two groups did not significantly differ (40 and 42 in ER and PS groups, respectively), the ratio of female patients was significantly higher in the PS group than the ER group (59.4% vs. 47.3%). There were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of the period after infection, habits, BMI, severity of COVID-19, and vaccination history. Notably, at the first visit, female patients in the PS group had a significantly higher rate of complaints of fatigue, insomnia, memory disturbance, and paresthesia, while male patients in the PS group showed significantly higher rates of fatigue and headache complaints. Patients with more than three symptoms at the first visit were predominant in the PS groups in both genders. Notably, one to two symptoms were predominant in the male ER group, while two to three symptoms were mostly reported in the female PS group. Moreover, the patients in the PS group had significantly higher scores for physical and mental fatigue and for depressive symptoms. Conclusions: Collectively, these results suggest that long-lasting long COVID is related to the number of symptoms and presents gender-dependent differences.
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en-aut-name=AkiyamaHiroshi
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en-aut-name=SakuradaYasue
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en-aut-name=HondaHiroyuki
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en-aut-name=MatsudaYui
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en-aut-name=OtsukaYuki
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en-aut-mei=Yuki
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en-aut-name=TokumasuKazuki
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en-aut-mei=Kazuki
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en-aut-name=NakanoYasuhiro
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en-aut-name=TakaseRyosuke
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en-aut-name=UedaKeigo
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en-aut-name=OtsukaFumio
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=insomnia
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dt-pub-year=2025
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en-title=
kn-title=Improvements of lateral penumbra at various depth regions in proton pencil beam scanning with a multileaf collimator: Dose verifications and plan comparisons
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kn-subtitle=
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kn-abstract=Purpose: In scanned proton therapy, the current consensus is that the effective range of the collimator’s contribution to lateral penumbra improvement is up to approximately 150 mm depth. We characterized the penumbra variations for scanned proton beams with or without a new type of multileaf collimator (MLC) under various air gaps, depth, and with or without range shifter (RS).<br>
Methods: Eighty-six uniform dose plans were created (38 RS-negative and 48 RS-positive plans) for nine box targets of 60 × 60 × 54 mm3 at 0–280 mm depths in water. They were created with or without MLC, with 50–300 mm air gaps. The penumbra and average doses of MLC-positive and MLC-negative plans at the organs at risk (OAR) region of each box plan were compared. Besides, several plan doses were validated by measurements with penumbra (with an average of 80–20 % dose point widths for both side profiles) differences and 2D gamma analysis.<br>
Results: The MLC-positive plans reduced the penumbra and mean OAR doses by 1.0–5.1 mm and 3.3–13.5 %, respectively, compared to MLC-negative plans even at >150 mm depths. The penumbra differences in measurements were <±1.5 mm for all plans. The mean gamma scores at 2 %/2 mm were 97.9 ± 2.3 % and 97.4 ± 3.1 % for the MLC-negative and MLC-positive plans, respectively.<br>
Conclusions: The MLC-positive beams improved the penumbra and reduced the OAR dose in every depth region and air gap. We have shown that PBS with MLCs can be useful at more than 150 mm regions, depending on the machine.
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en-aut-name=WakisakaYushi
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en-aut-name=YasuiKeisuke
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en-aut-name=TomidaMasashi
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en-affil=Department of Radiotherapy, Medical Co. Hakuhokai, Osaka Proton Therapy Clinic
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Radiological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Fukushima Medical University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Radiation Physics and Technology, Southern Tohoku Proton Therapy Center
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Medical Physics Laboratory, Division of Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Osaka
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Proton Beam Technology Room, Narita Memorial Proton Center
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Faculty of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Medical Physics Laboratory, Division of Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Osaka
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en-keyword=Proton therapy
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kn-title=OsHAK4 functions in retrieving sodium from the phloem at the reproductive stage of rice
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kn-abstract=Soil salinity significantly limits rice productivity, but it is poorly understood how excess sodium (Na+) is delivered to the grains at the reproductive stage. Here, we functionally characterized OsHAK4, a member of the clade IV HAK/KUP/KT transporter subfamily in rice. OsHAK4 was localized to the plasma membrane and exhibited influx transport activity for Na+, but not for K+. Analysis of organ- and growth stage-dependent expression patterns showed that very low expression levels of OsHAK4 were detected at the vegetative growth stage, but its high expression in uppermost node I, peduncle, and rachis was found at the reproductive stage. Immunostaining indicated OsHAK4 localization in the phloem region of node I, peduncle, and rachis. Knockout of OsHAK4 did not affect the growth and Na+ accumulation at the vegetative stage. However, at the reproductive stage, the hak4 mutants accumulated higher Na+ in the peduncle, rachis, husk, and brown rice compared to the wild-type rice. Element imaging revealed higher Na+ accumulation at the phloem region of the peduncle in the mutants. These results indicate that OsHAK4 plays a crucial role in retrieving Na+ from the phloem in the upper nodes, peduncle, and rachis, thereby preventing Na+ distribution to the grains at the reproductive stage of rice.
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en-aut-name=CheJing
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dt-pub=20250826
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kn-title=Synthesis of a Pseudocytidine Nucleoside to Form a Stable and Selective Base Pair with Iso-guanosine in RNA
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kn-abstract=Non-natural base pair formation provides insight into new functions of nucleic acids. Therefore, various artificial base pairs have been developed in both DNA and RNA. In this work, we successfully synthesized pseudocytidine from commercially available pseudouridine to form base pairs with isoguanine, also known as 2-OH-adenine, in RNA. Measurement of the melting temperature with the base pair incorporated at the center of a 13-mer RNA showed the highest value for the ψ-rC and iso-rG (2-OH-rA) base pair. This base pair formation exhibited a high melting temperature regardless of whether it was incorporated into the pyrimidine or purine strand, indicating that it can form a stable and selective duplex RNA.
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en-aut-name=TaniguchiYosuke
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyushu University
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kn-title=Synthesis of Oligodeoxynucleotide Containing Pseudo‐Deoxycytidine and Its Triphosphate Derivative
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kn-abstract=This article describes a detailed synthetic protocol for the preparation of oligodeoxynucleotide (ODN) containing pseudo-deoxycytidine (ψdC) and its triphosphate derivative (ψdCTP). These molecules were synthesized as novel compounds that recognize iso-2'-deoxyguanosine (iso-dG) in DNA. Iso-dG is one of the tautomers of 2-hydroxy-2'-deoxyadenosine (2-OH-dA), which is known as an oxidatively damaged nucleobase, and its selective recognition in DNA is expected to play a very important role in the diagnosis and pathogenesis of diseases. The hydroxyl groups of the known glycal compound were protected with silyl groups, and then coupled with 5-iodouracil under Mizorogi-Heck reaction conditions, yielding ψdU after desilylation and diastereoselective reduction. The endocyclic amino group of ψdU was protected by the benzyl group. Subsequently, the carbonyl group at the 6-position of the nucleobase was activated and converted to an amino group through treatment with aqueous ammonia. The benzyl group was removed, and the exocyclic amino group was protected with a benzoyl group. On one hand, the silyl groups at the 3’ and 5’ positions were deprotected, converted into a phosphoramidite unit, and incorporated into an ODN. On the other hand, the hydroxyl group at the 5’ position was selectively deprotected and then directly converted into the triphosphate using Van Boom's reagent under acidic conditions. © 2025 The Author(s). Current Protocols published by Wiley Periodicals LLC.
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en-aut-name=TaniguchiYosuke
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyushu University
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en-keyword=artificial nucleic acid
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kn-title=Comparative Transcriptome Reveals ART1-Dependent Regulatory Pathways for Fe Toxicity Response in Rice Roots
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kn-abstract=Iron (Fe) is an essential element for plants, but an excess supply can have detrimental effects. Fe toxicity induces complex physiological and genetic responses, and due to this complexity, the knowledge of transcriptional regulatory mechanisms under Fe toxicity is very limited. Previous studies suggested that plant responses to excess Fe involve oxidative stress caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS), which itself causes transcriptional changes. We hypothesized that dissecting these complex responses could lead to the identification of a novel factor and conducted a comparative transcriptome analysis using roots of rice plants exposed to nutrient solutions containing 1 or 5 mM of hydrogen peroxide (a major form of ROS) or 300 mg L−1 of Fe (as FeSO4). Genes induced by hydrogen peroxide overlapped with 62%, 49%, and 30% of Fe toxicity-upregulated genes at 3 h, 1 day, and 3 days following treatment initiation. Subsequent gene co-expression analyses classified genes into 21 groups with varying responsiveness to ROS and Fe toxicity. Genes in group 15 were specifically upregulated by Fe toxicity and overlapped significantly with aluminum (Al)-inducible genes and target genes of the Zn-finger transcription factor, ART1, which regulates Al response in rice roots. Additional experiments using the art1 knock-out mutant demonstrated that ART1 is crucial for upregulating genes such as STAR2 and FRDL4 in response to Fe toxicity. This study reveals the contribution of ART1-dependent regulatory pathways in rice roots under Fe toxicity.
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en-aut-name=UedaYoshiaki
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en-aut-name=YamajiNaoki
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en-aut-name=WissuwaMatthias
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Institute of Plant Science and Resources, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
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en-keyword=ART1
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kn-title=Phase-Ib dose-finding and pharmacokinetic trial of metformin combined with nivolumab for refractory/recurrent solid tumors
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kn-abstract=Background Our previous findings showed that the addition of metformin to nivolumab resulted in remarkable tumor regression and increased the number of tumor-infiltrating T cells in mouse models. Therefore, we conducted a phase Ib study using combination therapy with nivolumab and metformin in patients with refractory/recurrent solid tumors.<br>
Methods This study consisted of two parts: 1, evaluating the maximum tolerated dose (MTD), safety, pharmacokinetics in solid tumors, and 2, principally investigating the safety at the recommended dose limited to thoracic and pancreatic cancers. Metformin and nivolumab were administered orally at doses of 750–2,250 mg/day and biweekly at a fixed intravenous dose of 3 mg/kg, respectively. Dose-limiting toxicity was evaluated within the first 4 weeks. Both metformin and nivolumab were continued until disease progression or discontinued because of toxicity.<br>
Results In total, 17 and 24 patients were enrolled in parts 1 and 2, respectively. One patient experienced increased pancreatic enzyme levels (grade 4) and lactic acidosis (grade 3). No Grade 5 adverse events were observed. MTD was not reached up to 2,250 mg/day of metformin, 2,250 mg/day was selected for part 2. An objective response was observed in 4 of 41 patients. One-year progression-free and overall survival rates were 9.8% and 56.8%, respectively. Two patients remained alive without disease progression for more than three years.<br>
Conclusions Nivolumab and metformin combination therapy was well-tolerated and showed preliminary signals of efficacy in a subset of patients. Further verification of the underlying mechanism in cases where treatment is effective is required.<br>
Trial registration numbers UMIN registration number 000028405 https://upload.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000031915.
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en-aut-name=HoriguchiShigeru
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en-aut-name=KozukiToshiyuki
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en-aut-name=AsagiAkinori
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en-aut-name=YoshidaMichihiro
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Thoracic Oncology and Medicine, NHO Shikoku Cancer Center
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, NHO Shikoku Cancer Center
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Center for Innovative Clinical Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Allergy and Respiratory Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Allergy and Respiratory Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Mesoporous Oxyhalide Aggregates Exhibiting Improved Photocatalytic Activity for Visible-Light H2 Evolution and CO2 Reduction
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kn-abstract=Oxyhalides are promising visible-light photocatalysts for water splitting and CO2 conversion; however, those exhibiting high activity for these reactions have rarely been reported. Here, we show that using water-soluble Ti complexes as precursors in the microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthesis of the oxyhalide photocatalyst Pb2Ti2O5.4F1.2 (PTOF) resulted in the production of nanoparticulate PTOF. The primary particle size of the synthesized PTOF ranged from several tens of nanometers to several hundreds of nanometers. Using Ti-citric acid or Ti-tartaric acid complexes as precursors, the PTOF was formed as mesoporous aggregates, compared with a bulky analogue (0.5–1 μm) prepared using a TiCl4 precursor. The PTOF prepared from Ti-citric acid complex had a particle size of 50–100 nm and showed a one-order-of-magnitude greater activity for H2 evolution from an aqueous ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid solution with the aid of a Rh cocatalyst. An apparent quantum yield (AQY) of 15.4 ± 1.0% at 420 nm, which is the highest among the reported oxyhalide photocatalysts, was achieved under optimal conditions. Although excess particle size reduction of PTOF lowered the H2 evolution activity, the PTOF with the smallest possible primary particle size of 15–30 nm, prepared from Ti-tartaric acid complex, showed the highest activity toward the selective reduction of CO2 into formate in a nonaqueous environment when combined with a binuclear Ru(II) complex. The CO2 reduction AQY was 10.4 ± 1.8% at 420 nm, a record-high value among metal-complex/semiconductor binary hybrid photocatalysts. This study highlights the importance of morphological control of oxyhalides for realizing their full potential as photocatalysts for artificial photosynthesis.
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en-aut-name=NozawaShunsuke
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en-aut-name=YokoiToshiyuki
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en-aut-name=HaraMichikazu
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en-aut-name=IshitaniOsamu
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en-aut-name=YamakataAkira
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en-aut-name=MaedaKazuhiko
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Materials and Structures Laboratory, Institute of Integrated Research, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Institute of Materials Structure Science, High Energy Accelerator Research Organization
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Institute of Materials Structure Science, High Energy Accelerator Research Organization
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Nanospace Catalysis Unit, Institute of Integrated Research, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Materials and Structures Laboratory, Institute of Integrated Research, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Institute of Science Tokyo
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en-title=
kn-title=Effects of Metal-Cation Doping on Photocatalytic H2 Evolution Activity of Layered Perovskite Oxynitride K2LaTa2O6N
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kn-abstract=Aliovalent cation doping into a heterogeneous photocatalyst affects several of its physicochemical properties, including its morphological characteristics, optical absorption behavior, and charge carrier dynamics, causing a drastic change in its photocatalytic activity. In the present work, we investigated the effects of aliovalent cation doping on the visible-light H2-evolution photocatalytic activity of the Ruddlesden–Popper layered perovskite oxynitride K2LaTa2O6N. The photocatalytic activity toward H2 evolution from an aqueous NaI solution was found to be enhanced by an increase in the specific surface area of the K2LaTa2O6N photocatalyst, which could be realized upon doping with lower-valence cations (e.g., Mg2+, Al3+, and Ga3+). Among the dopants examined at 1 mol % doping, Ga resulted in the highest activity. The activity of the Ga-doped specimen was further improved with increasing Ga concentration, where the maximal activity was obtained at 10 mol %, corresponding to an apparent quantum yield of 2.7 ± 0.4% at 420 nm from aqueous methanol. This number is the highest reported for a layered oxynitride photocatalyst. In the Ga-doped K2LaTa2O6N, a trade-off was observed between the Ga concentration and the photocatalytic activity. Although doping with Ga reduced the particle size of K2LaTa2O6N and suppressed undesirable charge recombination, it led to an enlarged bandgap, unsuitable for visible-light absorption.
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en-affil=Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Institute of Integrated Research, Institute of Science Tokyo
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en-affil=Institute of Materials Structure Science High Energy Accelerator Research Organization
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
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en-affil=Institute of Materials Structure Science High Energy Accelerator Research Organization
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Institute of Integrated Research, Institute of Science Tokyo
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en-affil=Electron Microscopy Group, National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Institute of Science Tokyo
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kn-title=Neoadjuvant FOLFOXIRI for locally advanced rectal cancer: A retrospective analysis focusing on long-term anal preservation
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kn-abstract=To investigate the safety and efficacy of FOLFOXIRI as neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) for locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC). The outcomes of preoperative and perioperative treatments, as well as long-term outcomes, were retrospectively compared between 26 patients who underwent FOLFOXIRI as NAC for LARC with cT3–4 and/or N+ at our institute between 2015 and 2022, and 31 patients with LARC who underwent neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (CAPOX-RT) at our institute between 2011 and 2022. Grade 3 or higher adverse events due to neoadjuvant treatment were significantly more common in the FOLFOXIRI group (11 cases, 42.3 %) than in the CAPOX-RT group (3 cases, 9.7 %), and most of these were neutropenia. Based on the postoperative pathological findings, the complete response rate was significantly lower in the FOLFOXIRI group (1 case, 3.8 %) than in the CAPOX-RT group (7 cases, 22.6 %), but there were no significant differences in the R0 resection rate, survival rate, or relapse-free survival rate. In the CAPOX-RT group, 17 patients (54.8 %) had anal preservation, and during the observation period, 4 patients required stoma construction due to loss of anal function in the late stage. In contrast, in the FOLFOXIRI group, there were no cases of loss of anal function among the 20 patients (76.9 %) who had anal preservation. FOLFOXIRI as NAC requires caution regarding hematological toxicity, but it can be an effective treatment option for patients with LARC who wish to preserve their anus.
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en-aut-name=TeraishiFuminori
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en-aut-name=MatsumiYuki
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en-aut-name=YoshidaYusuke
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en-aut-name=KanayaNobuhiko
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en-aut-name=ShigeyasuKunitoshi
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en-aut-name=KondoYoshitaka
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en-aut-name=FujiwaraToshiyoshi
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Autoclaved lightweight aerated concrete suppressed N2O and CO2 emissions from paddy soil
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kn-abstract=Autoclaved lightweight aerated concrete (AAC), a construction waste that is utilized as a soil amendment, can influence terrestrial carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Still, no evidence exists regarding its impact on the emission of nitrous oxide (N2O), which has a higher global warming potential. This study examined effects of AAC on CO2 and N2O emissions from paddy soil under compacted and non-compacted conditions, under 60% and 100% water-holding capacity (WHC). Samples were incubated in glass vials (25°C) for 21 days. Emissions of CO2 and N2O were measured on days 0, 1, 3, 7, 14, and 21 using gas chromatography. The results revealed that AAC significantly (p < 0.05) lowered N2O emission rate during the whole period of incubation, while it suppressed CO2 emission rate only at the early stages (∼7 days) of incubation. In compacted soil, the emissions of CO2 were significantly lower, while N2O was significantly higher than that in non-compacted soil, showing the influence of soil physical conditions. The emissions of CO2 and N2O were significantly lower at 100% WHC than those at 60% WHC. AAC suppressed both CO2 and N2O emissions under both compaction and WHC levels. The results confirm that AAC supports suppressing terrestrial emission of both CO2 and N2O, indicating that AAC has a potential as a sustainable soil amendment that enhances the climate change resilience.
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en-aut-name=RathnayakeNagoda R. R. W. S.
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en-aut-name=MaedaMorihiro
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en-aut-name=LeelamanieDewpura A. L.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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kn-title=Origin of the unique topology of the triangular water cluster in &lt;i&gt;Rubrobacter xylanophilus&lt;/i&gt; rhodopsin
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kn-abstract=The crystal structure of Rubrobacter xylanophilus rhodopsin (RxR) reveals a triangular cluster of three water molecules (W413, W415, and W419) at the extracellular proton-release site, near Glu187 and Glu197. Using a quantum mechanical/molecular mechanical approach, we identified the structural nature of this unique water cluster. The triangular shape is best reproduced when all three water molecules are neutral H2O with protonated Glu187 and deprotonated Glu197. Attempts to place H3O+ at any of these water molecules result in spontaneous proton transfer to one of the acidic residues and significant distortion from the crystal structure. The plane defined by the triangular water cluster extends into the guanidinium plane of Arg71, with both aligned along the W413...W419 axis. This extended plane lies nearly perpendicular to a five-membered, ring-like H-bond network involving two carboxyl oxygen atoms from Glu187 and one from Glu197. The resulting bipartite planar architecture, defined by the water triangle, Arg71, and the Glu187/Glu197 network may reflect the exceptional thermal stability in RxR.
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en-aut-name=TsujimuraMasaki
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en-aut-name=SaitoKeisuke
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en-aut-name=KojimaKeiichi
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en-aut-name=SudoYuki
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en-aut-name=IshikitaHiroshi
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Nitrogen distribution and nitrogen isotope fractionation in synthetic 2:1 phyllosilicates under hydrothermal conditions at 200 °C and saturated vapor pressure
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kn-abstract=This study investigates nitrogen distribution and isotope fractionation within synthetic 2:1 phyllosilicates, simulating submarine hydrothermal environments at 200 °C and saturated vapor pressure. XRD and EDS results revealed the potential coexistence of multiple cations in the interlayer of synthetic 2:1 phyllosilicate, concurrently suggesting cation substitution in the tetrahedral and/or octahedral sheets. Meanwhile, the iron-enriched 25-5 sample exhibited restricted interlayer expansibility. NH4+ absorptions were identified in the NH4-stretching (3200–2800 cm−1) and NH4-bending (1450–1400 cm−1) regions, with wavenumber shifts indicating the influence of interlayer water removal. At pH 10.56, over 95% of nitrogen was released into the gas phase, while at pH 8.88, nitrogen proportions in the liquid and gas phases were comparable (average 48–49%). Experiments with iron at pH ∼8.80 showed that the nitrogen proportion in the gas phase (average 28%) was more than twofold lower than that in the liquid phase (average 68%). Equilibrium isotope fractionation factors indicated discernible preference for heavier nitrogen isotopes in the solid phase (αsolid-liquid = 1.009–1.021 and αsolid-gas = 1.011–1.027). The αliquid-gas range for sample 25–2 was 1.001–1.008, while that for the iron-enriched composite 25–5 was 0.997–1.010. Our experimental studies have confirmed that, in the absence of exchange interactions with external substances possessing different nitrogen isotope ratios, nitrogen isotope fractionation between ammonium and ammonia, controlled by variations in temperature and pH during mineralization, plays a crucial role in the variation of nitrogen isotope ratios. Additionally, we confirmed that metal-amines influence nitrogen isotope fractionation by modulating ammonia gas emission. These findings enhance our understanding of nitrogen cycling across the gas, liquid, and solid phases in submarine hydrothermal systems.
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en-aut-name=SuzukiMasaya
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en-aut-name=KuwaharaYoshihiro
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en-aut-name=ChibaHitoshi
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Research Institute for Geo-Resources and Environment, Geological Survey of Japan, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Research Institute for Geo-Resources and Environment, Geological Survey of Japan, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Environmental Changes, Faculty of Social and Cultural Studies, Kyushu University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Critical Minerals Research Center, Korea Institute of Geoscience & Mineral Resources (KIGAM)
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en-keyword=Synthetic 2:1 phyllosilicates
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kn-abstract=Introduction: Adult day services in Japan operate under the Long-Term Care Insurance Law, and care is provided mainly by caregivers. However, because doctors are often not on site, nurses manage the health of the person requiring long-term care. Adult day services provide bathing and functional training; however, although Japanese-style bathing relieves fatigue and brings a sense of well-being, it also entails the risk of bathing accidents for those in need of care. To continue living at home, those in need of care who have difficulty bathing at home must be provided with safe bathing during adult day services and supported in returning home safely. Nurses are responsible for accurately assessing the health status of users and implementing safe bathing. This study aimed to identify how nurses working in adult day services make bathing decisions for home-dwelling persons requiring long-term care.<br>
Method: Qualitative manifest and latent content analyses were performed using a focused ethnography.<br>
Findings: Six themes were identified: ‘gather information to compare with baseline’, ‘make observations based on information from others to understand the big picture’, ‘give persons time to get in shape’, ‘consideration of life at home’, ‘determining the need for medical institutions’ and ‘devise ways to communicate to promote collaboration’.<br>
Conclusions: Adult day service nurses' decisions about whether to bathe persons requiring care are characterised by their emphasis on information from others, consideration of the home living conditions of persons requiring care and their wishes regarding bathing. In addition, based on their observations, they determine the need for cooperation with medical institutions and communicate this information to family members and multiple professions.
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kn-abstract=The unprecedented one-pot synthesis of N-formyl/N-methyltryptolines from tryptamines was achieved via phenylsilane-assisted deoxygenative dual CO2 conversions. Two CO2 molecules acted as different synthons and were converted into methylene and N-formyl/N-methyl groups. The CO2 reduction step was catalyzed by a pentanuclear zinc complex at atmospheric pressure under solvent-free conditions. The N-formyl/N-methyl products could be switched by changing the amount of phenylsilane, and the amounts of in situ generated bis(silyl)acetals and silyl formates were key to the chemoselectivity. Methylenation, N-formylation, and N-methylation proceeded via the Pictet–Spengler reaction, amine–acid condensation, and the Eschweiler–Clarke reaction, respectively. The CO2 reduction with phenylsilane could also be applied to the one-pot three-step synthesis of spiro[oxindole-pyrrolidine]s.
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kn-title=Enhanced Charge-Transfer Kinetics Enabled by ZrO2–Based Dielectric Layers in Lithium-Ion Batteries
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kn-abstract=The development of high-rate capability lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) requires suppression of charge-transfer resistance (RCT) at electrode–electrolyte interfaces. Here, zirconia-based dielectric oxides (MZ; M = Y, Gd, Sm, Er, etc.) were introduced onto LiCoO2 (LCO) surfaces as electronically and ionically insulating modifiers to accelerate interfacial ion transport. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy showed that Y2O3 modified ZrO2 (YZ) decoration reduced RCT from 75.8 Ω in reference LCO to 38.3 Ω, accompanied by a 2.3-fold improvement in capacity retention at 20C. Density functional theory molecular dynamics (DFT–MD) simulations showed that solvated Li ions coordinate with surface oxygen atoms in discharging, and that adsorption energies are governed by local charge distributions determined by stabilizing cations. Optimal adsorption activity, and thus the lowest RCT, occurred when the surface charge corrugation was balanced. These findings provide design principles for dielectric interface engineering to enhance rate capability of LIBs.
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affil-num=4
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kn-title=Efficient and stable n-type sulfide overall water splitting with separated hydrogen production
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kn-abstract=N-type sulfide semiconductors are promising photocatalysts due to their broad visible-light absorption, facile synthesis and chemical diversity. However, photocorrosion and limited electron transport in one-step excitation and solid-state Z-scheme systems hinder efficient overall water splitting. Liquid-phase Z-schemes offer a viable alternative, but sluggish mediator kinetics and interfacial side reactions impede their construction. Here we report a stable Z-scheme system integrating n-type CdS and BiVO₄ with a [Fe(CN)₆]³⁻/[Fe(CN)₆]⁴⁻ mediator, achieving 10.2% apparent quantum yield at 450 nm with stoichiometric H₂/O₂ evolution. High activity reflects synergies between Pt@CrOx and Co3O4 cocatalysts on CdS, and cobalt-directed facet asymmetry in BiVO₄, resulting in matched kinetics for hydrogen and oxygen evolution in a reversible mediator solution. Stability is dramatically improved through coating CdS and BiVO4 with different oxides to inhibit Fe4[Fe(CN)6]3 precipitation and deactivation by a hitherto unrecognized mechanism. Separate hydrogen and oxygen production is also demonstrated in a two-compartment reactor under visible light and ambient conditions. This work unlocks the long-sought potential of n-type sulfides for efficient, durable and safe solar-driven hydrogen production.
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en-aut-name=VequizoJunie Jhon M.
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en-aut-name=LeeAdam F.
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en-aut-name=KazunariDomen
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en-aut-name=LuJun
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
en-affil=College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Faculty of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
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affil-num=11
en-affil=State Key Laboratory of Precision and Intelligent Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Material Sciences, and Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials (iChEM), University of Science and Technology of China
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affil-num=12
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affil-num=13
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Research Center for Combustion and Environment Technology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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kn-title=Long-term functional and quality of life outcomes after cementless minimally invasive extendable endoprosthesis replacement in skeletally immature patients with bone sarcomas at the lower limb a Japanese Musculoskeletal Oncology Group (JMOG) study
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kn-abstract=Aims<br>
Extendable endoprostheses are utilized to reconstruct segmental defects following resection of bone sarcomas in skeletally immature children. However, there remains a paucity of data regarding long-term functional and quality of life outcomes.<br>
Methods<br>
We conducted a retrospective, multicentre study and reviewed 45 children who underwent cementless minimally invasive extendable endoprosthetic replacement. Anatomical sites included the distal femur (n = 29), proximal femur (n = 4), proximal tibia (n = 11), and total femur (n = 1). The mean follow-up period was 12 years. The mean age at extendable endoprosthetic replacement was ten years (5 to 15). Most patients (96%, 43/45) had reached skeletal maturity at the final follow-up.<br>
Results<br>
The ten-year endoprosthetic failure-free survival rate was 60%. Of the 45 patients, 25 (56%) had 42 complications which were frequently related to structural failure (45%, 19/42), with extension mechanism jamming being the most common (n = 7, 17%). Excluding lengthening procedures, 20 patients (44%) underwent additional surgery with a mean of two surgeries per patient. The mean limb-length discrepancy at the final follow-up was 2.3 cm. Limb salvage was achieved in 44 (98%) patients. The mean Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) scores, Toronto Extremity Salvage Score (TESS), and EuroQol five-dimension five-level questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) were 78%, 92%, and 92% at the last follow-up, respectively. Multiple additional surgeries (≥ 2 times) for complications were associated with worse MSTS scores compared with those without multiple additional surgeries (p = 0.009). Moreover, limb-length discrepancy > 3 cm showed significantly worse MSTS scores compared with those ≤ 3 cm (p = 0.019).<br>
Conclusion<br>
Extendable endoprostheses were associated with a high complication rate and need for additional surgeries over time, especially for structural-related complications. Despite this, successful limb salvage with reasonable function/quality of life and small limb-length discrepancy were achievable in the long term. Patients’ function in the long term depended on the experience of postoperative complications and limb-length discrepancy.
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en-aut-name=TsudaYusuke
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en-aut-name=NishidaYoshihiro
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en-aut-name=SakamotoAkio
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en-aut-name=OguraKoichi
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en-aut-name=FujiwaraTomohiro
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en-aut-name=SekitaTetsuya
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en-aut-name=KawanoHirotaka
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en-aut-name=KobayashiHiroshi
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affil-num=4
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kn-title=Effects of miR-128-3p on Renal Inflammation in a Rat Periodontitis Model
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kn-abstract=Objectives: The study aim was to investigate the effects of extracellular vesicles (EVs) derived miR-128-3p on renal inflammation using a rat periodontitis model. Methods: Ten-week-old male Wistar rats were divided into two groups: a control (n = 8) and a lipopolysaccharides (LPS) group (n = 8). The LPS group received LPS (Porphyromonas gingivalis) injection in the gingiva for 7 days. At the end of the experiment, plasma, gingival tissue, and kidney samples were collected. Hematoxylin and eosin staining was performed to evaluate the glomerular tissue injury score. Bioinformatic analysis was conducted to identify potential target genes of miR-128-3p. The reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction was performed to evaluate miR-128-3p, inflammatory, pro-inflammatory cytokine, chemokine and predicting gene’s expression. The control and LPS groups were compared using Welch’s t-test. p-values < 0.05 were considered to indicate statistical significance. Results: The kidney glomerular tissue injury score was significantly higher in the LPS than in the control group. miR-128-3p expression in the LPS group was significantly higher in the gingival tissue and plasma. mRNAs (interleukin [IL]-1β, tumor necrosis factor [TNF]-α, C-X3-C motif chemokine ligand 1 [CX3CL1], and C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 7 [CXCL7]) expression was higher in the kidney of the LPS group. The potential target genes of activin A receptor type I (Acvr1), ribosomal protein S6 kinase B1 (Rps6kb1), and transforming growth factor beta receptor type 1 (Tgfbr1) were significantly lower in the kidneys of the LPS group. Conclusions: EVs-derived miR-128-3p in LPS induced periodontitis may cause kidney inflammation which may be mediated by, Rps6kb1, Tgfbr1, and Acvr1.
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kn-title=Japanese Multi‐Institution Study of Success Rates of Wire‐Guided Biliary Cannulation During Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography in Relation to Guidewire tip Length (JMIT Study) (With Video)
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kn-abstract=Objective: Wire-guided cannulation (WGC) reportedly increases the successful biliary cannulation rate and reduces the risk of post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis. Currently, various types of guidewires are available. However, the effect of the length of flexible-tip guidewires on the success rate of biliary cannulation under WGC and the rate of adverse events, especially post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis, is unclear. The aim of this study was to compare the influence of long-tapered and short-tapered tips of a 0.025-inch guidewire on outcomes in primary selective biliary cannulation.<br>
Methods: Consecutive patients who underwent biliary access under endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography guidance using WGC at 27 high-volume centers in Japan were enrolled in this prospective registration study. The primary outcome was the technical success rate of biliary cannulation. The secondary outcomes were the rates of adverse events, biliary cannulation time, and number of guidewire insertions into the pancreatic duct.<br>
Results: A total of 530 patients underwent biliary cannulation for biliary disease with native papilla between April 2021 and December 2023. The technical success rate of biliary cannulation was 86.1% (161/187) in the long-tip group and 84.3% (289/343) in the short-tip group, indicating no significant differences between the two groups. Although the frequency of post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography was not significantly different, the successful biliary cannulation rate without guidewire mis-insertion into the main pancreatic duct was significantly higher in the long tip group (64.7%, 121/187) compared with the short tip group (54.2%, 186/343p = 0.02).<br>
Conclusions: In conclusion, WGC using long-tip guidewires might reduce the risk of guidewire insertion into the main pancreatic duct.
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kn-title=Mortality and cancer risk in patients with chronic pancreatitis in japan: insights into the importance of surveillance for pancreatic cancer
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kn-abstract=Background/Objective: Since the 2010s, Japan’s national health insurance system has covered key management for chronic pancreatitis (CP), including pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy. These therapies are expected to improve long-term prognosis; however, recent data are lacking. This study aimed to clarify the updated cancer risk and mortality among patients with CP in Japan.<br>
Methods: We conducted a multicenter, retrospective cohort study on 1,110 patients with CP treated at 28 institutions in 2011. Standardized incidence ratios (SIRs) and standardized mortality ratios (SMRs) were calculated for comorbidities. Factors associated with the development of malignancy and overall survival were analyzed.<br>
Results: Patients with CP had an elevated SIR of 1.62 (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.43–1.83) for malignancy, with the highest risk observed for pancreatic cancer (SIR = 6.44 [95% CI, 4.64–8.90]). During follow-up, 143 patients (12.9%) died, most frequently from malignancy (47.5%). The SMR was elevated in all patients with CP (SMR = 1.20 [95% CI, 1.01–1.42]) and in those with alcohol-related CP (SMR = 1.49 [95% CI, 1.23–1.81]) but not in those with alcohol-unrelated CP. Pancreatic cancer was identified as the strongest factor associated with overall survival (hazard ratio, 48.92 in multivariate analysis). Overall survival of the patients with pancreatic cancer was significantly longer in those who underwent regular examinations for CP at least every three months (P = 0.011).<br>
Conclusions: Patients with alcohol-related CP have higher mortality than the general population in Japan. Pancreatic cancer remains a crucial prognostic factor in patients with CP. Regular surveillance for pancreatic cancer is important to improve their prognosis.
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kn-title=Efficacy of diagnosing intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm with mural nodules by contrast-enhanced endoscopic ultrasound using time–intensity curve analysis with a new support program: A multicenter retrospective study (with video)
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kn-abstract=Background/objectives: Preoperative diagnosis of the pathological grade of intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN) is challenging. This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy of contrast-enhanced endoscopic ultrasound (CE-EUS) using time–intensity curve (TIC) analysis with a newly developed support program to differentiate between low-grade dysplasia (LGD) and high-grade dysplasia (HGD)/invasive carcinoma (IC) in IPMN.<br>
Methods: This study retrospectively analyzed 32 patients who underwent CE-EUS using the support program for TIC analysis and IPMN resection (LGD: 17, HGD/IC: 15) at two medical centers. The TIC parameters of mural nodules (MN) were compared between the LGD and HGD/IC groups, and the diagnostic accuracies of the TIC parameters were evaluated.<br>
Results: The MN/pancreatic parenchyma contrast ratio was significantly higher in the HGD/IC group than in the LGD group (1.53 vs. 0.99; P < 0.0001), and the diagnostic abilities of the contrast ratio were as follows: sensitivity, 67 %; specificity, 100 %; and accuracy, 84 %. There were no differences in the echo intensity reduction rate of the MNs between the two groups (HGD/IC, 61.6 vs. 61.2, 0.99; P = 0.421), and the diagnostic abilities of the reduction rate were as follows: sensitivity, 93 %; specificity, 41 %; and accuracy, 66 %.<br>
Conclusions: The contrast ratio calculated using TIC analysis with the support program is potentially useful for differentiating between IPMNs with LGD and those with HGD/IC.
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affil-num=12
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affil-num=13
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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cd-journal=joma
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start-page=651
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kn-title=Amivantamab Plus Lazertinib in Patients With EGFR-Mutant NSCLC After Progression on Osimertinib and Platinum-Based Chemotherapy: Results From CHRYSALIS-2 Cohort A
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kn-abstract=Introduction: Treatment options for patients with EGFR-mutated NSCLC with disease progression on or after osimertinib and platinum-based chemotherapy are limited.<br>
Methods: CHRYSALIS-2 cohort A evaluated amivantamab plus lazertinib in patients with EGFR exon 19 deletion- or L858R-mutated NSCLC with disease progression on or after osimertinib and platinum-based chemotherapy. Primary end point was investigator-assessed objective response rate (ORR). The patients received 1050 mg of intravenous amivantamab (1400 mg if ≥ 80 kg) plus 240 mg of oral lazertinib.<br>
Results: In cohort A (N = 162), the investigator-assessed ORR was 28% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 22–36). The blinded independent central review–assessed ORR was 35% (95% CI: 27–42), with a median duration of response of 8.3 months (95% CI: 6.7–10.9) and a clinical benefit rate of 58% (95% CI: 50–66). At a median follow-up of 12 months, 32 of 56 responders (57%) achieved a duration of response of more than or equal to 6 months. Median progression-free survival by blinded independent central review was 4.5 months (95% CI: 4.1–5.8); median overall survival was 14.8 months (95% CI: 12.2–18.0). Preliminary evidence of central nervous system antitumor activity was reported in seven patients with baseline brain lesions and no previous brain radiation or surgery. Exploratory biomarker analyses using next-generation sequencing of circulating tumor DNA revealed responses in patients with and without EGFR- or MET-dependent resistance. The most frequent adverse events were rash (grouped term; 81%), infusion-related reaction (68%), and paronychia (52%). The most common grade greater than or equal to 3 treatment-related adverse events were rash (grouped term; 10%), infusion-related reaction (9%), and hypoalbuminemia (6%).<br>
Conclusions: For patients with limited treatment options, amivantamab plus lazertinib demonstrated an antitumor activity with a safety profile characterized by EGFR- or MET-related adverse events, which were generally manageable.
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute of Clinical Trial Center and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Institut Bergonié
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Center for Clinical Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=12
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en-affil=Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Shizuoka Cancer Center
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Earle A. Chiles Research Institute, Providence Cancer Institute
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital
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affil-num=17
en-affil=START Madrid-CIOCC, Hospital HM Sanchinarro
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Clinical Research unit, Military Hospital Begin
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Columbia University Medical Center
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Virginia Cancer Specialists
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affil-num=21
en-affil=Aix Marseille University - CNRS, INSERM, CRCM; CEPCM - AP-HM Hopital de La Timone
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affil-num=22
en-affil=National Taiwan University Cancer Center
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affil-num=23
en-affil=Zhejiang Cancer Hospital
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affil-num=24
en-affil=Medical Oncology Service, Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), Vall d’Hebron University Hospital Campus, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona
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affil-num=25
en-affil=Pius-Hospital, University Medicine of Oldenburg
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Division of Oncology, Washington University School of Medicine
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Stanford University Medical Center
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affil-num=29
en-affil=University of Washington, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
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affil-num=30
en-affil=Lowe Center for Thoracic Oncology, Dana Farber Cancer Institute
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affil-num=31
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=32
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=33
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=34
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=35
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=36
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=37
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=38
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=39
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=40
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=41
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=42
en-affil=Johnson & Johnson
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affil-num=43
en-affil=Division of Medical Oncology, Yonsei Cancer Center, Yonsei University College of Medicine
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kn-keyword=Amivantamab
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kn-keyword=Biomarker analyses
en-keyword=Lazertinib
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en-keyword=NSCLC
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kn-title=The Short‐Term Impacts of Japan's 2024 Physician Working‐Hour Limits on Labor Conditions, Self‐Directed Professional Development, and Happiness Among Obstetrician‐Gynecologists
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kn-abstract=Objective: To examine the short-term impacts of Japan's newly implemented physician working-hour limits (April 2024) on working conditions, self-directed professional development (SDPD), defined as activities undertaken outside working hours to enhance one's professional skills, and work-related happiness among obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs).<br>
Methods: An online survey was conducted between July 8 and July 31, 2024, targeting 867 Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology members. Five hundred and fourteen full-time practitioners who had not changed workplaces around April 2024 and had no missing data were analyzed. Participants were stratified by regulation levels (A, B, C, discretionary labor system, those who don't know their own level), and their working hours, anticipated income, SDPD satisfaction, and happiness (0–10 scale) were assessed. We used multivariate linear regression to evaluate the influence of labor condition changes on happiness and explored interactions involving unpaid overtime, income changes, and SDPD satisfaction.<br>
Results: Compared with level A (up to 960 h of overtime per year), participants at levels B and C (up to 1860 h of overtime per year) reported significantly lower happiness (p < 0.001). Most respondents observed no major shifts in working conditions since March 2024, yet about 40% did not record SDPD hours that meet the working hour requirement as official work time. Adjusted analyses revealed that decreased income and unsatisfactory SDPD significantly lowered happiness, whereas higher SDPD satisfaction increased it (β: −0.64 [−1.07, −0.21], −0.98 [−1.46, −0.50], and 0.90 [0.44, 1.35], respectively). Subgroup analysis indicated that rising unpaid overtime further reduced happiness among those dissatisfied with SDPD (−1.43 [−2.41, −0.45]).<br>
Conclusions: The new working-hour limits had minimal impact on labor conditions in the short run. However, satisfaction with SDPD was positively associated with happiness, whereas anticipated decreases in income were correlated with lower happiness.
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Asahikawa Medical University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Aiiku Maternal and Child Health Center, Aiiku Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Fukui
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Japanese Red Cross Medical Center
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine Chiba University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nippon Medical School
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Gynecology, Kanagawa Cancer Center
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Healthcare Administration, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hokkaido University
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Saiseikai Matsusaka General Hospital
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Fukui
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=21
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nagasaki University
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affil-num=22
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
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affil-num=23
en-affil=Center for Perinatal Medicine, JCHO Sagamino Hospital
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affil-num=24
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=25
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Higashiosaka City Medical Center
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Asahikawa Medical University
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en-keyword=gynecologists
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en-keyword=happiness
kn-keyword=happiness
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en-keyword=work style reform
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en-keyword=working-hour limits
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dt-pub=20251119
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kn-title=Factors associated with period of sick leave after gynecologic cancer treatment: a prospective cohort study
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kn-abstract=Purpose Gynecologic cancer is one of the most common malignancies in working-age women. This study aimed to investigate factors associated with period of sick leave after gynecologic cancer treatment in Japan.<br>
Methods A prospective cohort study on period of sick leave was conducted among 207 cancer survivors who returned to work at the same workplace. Questionnaires were randomly distributed to patients aged under 65 years and more than one-year post-treatment. Clinical information was extracted from medical records, and the factors influencing the period of sick leave were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney U test and logistic regression analysis.<br>
Results Surgery plus more than six courses of chemotherapy (number (n) = 41, 166.02 ± 146.84 days) led to a significantly longer period of sick leave than surgery without lymph node dissection (n = 64, 31.15 ± 30.47 days), surgery with lymph node dissection (n = 41, 55.56 ± 85.90 days), surgery plus less than six courses of chemotherapy (n = 21, 72.42 ± 56.07 days), and radiotherapy alone (n = 21, 58.85 ± 84.24 days) (OR: 2.63, 2.95, 2.67, and 2.08; 95% CI: 7.71–54.59, 18.17–92.94, 18.22–126.63, and 2.38–115.33; p = 0.009, p = 0.004, p = 0.009, and p = 0.041). gynecologic cancer survivors who experienced adverse effects after treatment had a significantly longer period of sick leave (OR: 8.50; CI: 52.98–84.98; p < 0.001). In univariate and multivariate analyses, patients who received surgery plus more than six courses of chemotherapy were most involved in long period of sick leave than other factors (OR: 11.20, and 16.997; CI: 4.86–25.08, and 5.51–52.35; p < 0.001, and p < 0.001).<br>
Conclusion Patients with gynecologic cancer requiring long-term treatment required the most time to return to work.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=10
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kn-abstract=During computed tomography (CT) examination, radiation exposures should be appropriately managed taking into considering the effects of bowtie filter, the heel effect and over-beaming effect. Furthermore, the analysis of an X-ray incident direction is important. The purpose of this study is to develop a procedure to obtain two-dimensional (2D) internal dose distributions based on actual measurements of surface dose distribution and central internal dose data. Experiments were conducted using a clinical CT scanner and four cylindrical polyacetal resin (POM) phantoms having diameters of 15–30 cm. The entrance surface doses and the central internal dose were measured by placing the optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) dosimeters on the surface and inner part of the phantom, respectively, during helical CT scans. The X-ray incident direction at the slice containing the dosimeter was estimated based on the noise distribution analysis of the CT image. Then, circumferential surface dose distributions were determined as a function of the X-ray incident direction. Based on these experimental data, we succeeded in visualizing the 2D dose distributions. The obtained dose distribution was inhomogeneous, clearly reflecting the influence of factors such as the heel effect. The uncertainty due to our methodology was estimated to be from 4.3 % to 7.4 %. Our methodology needs central internal dose data, and the absence of this data introduced additional systematic uncertainties of +6.9 % to −11.4 %. In conclusion, correcting for the effect of the X-ray incident directions for entrance surface dose and adding the central inner dose data can improve the reliability of the internal dose distribution.
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Faculty of Health Sciences, Kobe Tokiwa University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Radiological Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Radiological Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Junshin Gakuen University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Radiological Technology, Yamaguchi University Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=College of Transdisciplinary Sciences for Innovation, Kanazawa University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Meditec Japan Co., Ltd.
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Meditec Japan Co., Ltd.
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kn-title=Species-specific sensitivity of marine phytoplankton to selected herbicides and antibiotics
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kn-abstract=The toxicity of two herbicides (diuron and bromacil) and three antibiotics (clarithromycin, azithromycin, and clindamycin) was evaluated for on four marine phytoplankton species: two diatoms, Skeletonema costatum and Chaetoceros lorenzianus, a dinoflagellate, Prorocentrum shikokuense, and a raphidophyte, Heterosigma akashiwo. The 50 % effective concentrations (EC50-μ) for growth of the herbicides (approximately 2.3–24.3 μg L−1) were lower than those of the antibiotics, indicating their higher toxicity. The EC50-μ of diuron was close to its reported environmental concentrations. The EC50-μ values for the antibiotics substantially differed by species, ranging from 19.5 to > 1000 μg L−1, with diatoms showing higher sensitivity than flagellates. Herbicides inhibited the photosynthetic yield (φII) of all tested species at concentrations similar to or lower than those affecting growth, while antibiotics affected φII at higher concentrations. Under high-light conditions, photosynthesis in S. costatum was substantially inhibited by all chemicals except clindamycin, suggesting enhanced chemical toxicity under intense light. Overall, these findings indicate that these herbicides and antibiotics can alter phytoplankton abundance and composition in coastal areas and that environmental factors, such as increased solar radiation, can potentially enhance their toxicity.
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en-aut-name=OharaShizuka
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en-aut-name=OndukaToshimitsu
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en-aut-name=UekiShoko
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en-aut-name=NaruseShotaro
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en-aut-name=KoikeKazuhiko
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Integrated Science for Life, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Hatsukaichi Field Station, Fisheries Technology Institute, Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute of Plant Science and Resources, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Integrated Science for Life, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Integrated Science for Life, Hiroshima University
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en-keyword=Herbicides
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kn-title=Photocatalytic Ammonia Decomposition Using Dye-Encapsulated Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes
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kn-abstract=The photocatalytic decomposition of ammonia to produce N2 and H2 was achieved using single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) nanohybrids. The physical modification of ferrocene-dye-encapsulated CNTs by amphiphilic C60-dendron yielded nanohybrids with a dye/CNT/C60 coaxial heterojunction. Upon irradiation with visible light, an aqueous solution of NH3 and dye@CNT/C60-dendron nanohybrids produced both N2 and H2 in a stoichiometric ratio of 1/3. The action spectra of this reaction clearly demonstrated that the encapsulated dye acted as the photosensitizer, exhibiting an apparent quantum yield (AQY) of 0.22% at 510 nm (the λmax of the dye). This study reports the first example of dye-sensitized ammonia decomposition and provides a new avenue for developing efficient and sustainable photocatalytic hydrogen production systems.
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en-aut-name=TajimaTomoyuki
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en-aut-name=YanoKotone
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en-aut-name=MukaiKazushi
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en-aut-name=TakaguchiYutaka
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Materials Design and Engineering, University of Toyama
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kn-title=Long-term effects of forest growth dynamics and climate change on groundwater recharge and evapotranspiration in a steep catchment of western Japan
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kn-abstract=Growing water demand for human and environmental needs has led to increased reliance on groundwater resources. However, groundwater is a finite resource, and its sustainability is closely linked to recharge processes, which are influenced by forest growth dynamics as well as climate change. Evapotranspiration, largely driven by vegetation cover and climatic conditions, represents a major component of terrestrial water loss that can reduce groundwater recharge. In this study, forest growth trends, reflecting the complete developmental stages from juvenile to post-maturity of a representative species, were reconstructed using remote sensing data, forest inventories, and field studies, and incorporated into the SWAT model to evaluate their impacts on groundwater recharge and evapotranspiration as indicators of forest hydrological function and ecosystem health. The model’s vegetation growth simulation was enhanced and uncertainty reduced by dynamically updating it with MODIS-derived leaf area index (LAI) at 5-year intervals. Groundwater recharge estimates were further improved through multi-variable calibration using Penman–Monteith–Leuning evapotranspiration (V2) and streamflow data to ensure water budget closure. Results showed that evergreen conifer growth from planting to maturity significantly reduced groundwater recharge (–4.7 mm/year) and increased evapotranspiration (+7.6 mm/year). In contrast, natural and mature deciduous broadleaf forests showed more stable recharge and evapotranspiration trends. Rising temperatures were identified as a key climatic driver of reduced recharge and increased evapotranspiration, reflecting broader global warming impacts. This study demonstrates that forest growth dynamics, especially during the critical transition from planting to maturity, alongside climate change, play a crucial role in shaping the catchment’s water balance and offer valuable insights for sustainable groundwater management, particularly in transitional forest ecosystems.
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en-aut-name=GuyoRendilicha Halake
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en-aut-name=WangKunyang
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en-aut-name=OnoderaShin-ichi
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en-aut-name=SaitoMitsuyo
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en-aut-name=MoroizumiToshitsugu
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affil-num=1
en-affil= Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Hiroshima University
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affil-num=5
en-affil= Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Forest growth
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kn-title=Interplay of coil–globule transitions and aggregation in homopolymer aqueous solutions: Simulation and topological insights
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kn-abstract=We investigate the structural and topological properties of hydrophobic homopolymer chains in aqueous solutions using molecular dynamics simulations and circuit topology (CT) analysis. By combining geometric observables, such as the radius of gyration and the degree of aggregation, with CT data, we capture the relationship between coil–globule and aggregation transitions, resolving the system’s structural changes with temperature. Our results reveal a temperature-driven collective transition from isolated coiled chains to globular aggregates. At a characteristic transition temperature Tc, each chain in multichain systems undergoes a rapid coil–globule collapse, coinciding with aggregation, in contrast to the gradual collapse observed in single-chain systems at infinite dilution. This collective transition is reflected in geometric descriptors and a reorganization of CT motifs, shifting from intrachain-dominated motifs at low temperatures to a diverse ensemble of multichain motifs at higher temperatures. CT motif enumeration provides contact statistics while offering a topologically detailed view of polymer organization. These findings highlight CT’s utility as a structural descriptor for polymer systems and suggest applications for biopolymer aggregation and folding.
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en-aut-name=KomatsuJunichi
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en-aut-name=KogaKenichiro
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en-aut-name=BerxJonas
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
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kn-title=Atomic-Level Insights into Thermal Carbonization of Ethynyl-Containing Boron Compounds
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=This study reports the design, synthesis, and characterization of boron-doped carbon (BDC) derived from a triethynylborane-pyridine complex. Triethynylborane is stabilized by coordination with pyridine, facilitating its synthesis and handling in ambient conditions. The complex is subjected to thermal treatment at various temperatures to form BDC. Powder XRD and single-crystal XRD analyses reveal that BDC prepared at 200 °C retains an ordered structure, while higher temperatures induce alkyne structural changes without significant weight or surface area alterations. Coin cells are assembled using BDC as the anode, demonstrating unique Li-ion and Na-ion storage properties distinct from graphite. These results suggest that the BDC reflects the precursor's crystal structure, enabling novel electrochemical behavior. These findings offer insight into the development of advanced BDC materials for energy storage applications.
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en-aut-name=OhkuraKentaro
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en-aut-name=HayakawaSatoshi
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en-aut-name=TakahashiNaoki
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en-aut-name=YamazakiKen
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en-aut-name=KanoJun
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en-aut-name=NishinaYuta
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Research Institute for Interdisciplinary Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Faculty of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environment Life Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environment Life Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environment Life Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Research Institute for Interdisciplinary Science, Okayama University
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en-keyword=boron-doped carbon
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kn-title=A Linear Search Algorithm for Resource Allocation in Frequency Domain Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access
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kn-abstract=This paper proposes a linear search algorithm for resource allocation in frequency domain non-orthogonal multiple access based on the low-density signature (LDS). Although the proposed linear search enables the non-orthogonal multiple access to achieve superior transmission performance, the proposed linear search makes the resource allocation implemented with lower and fixed computational complexity. The performance of the non-orthogonal access based on the proposed linear search is evaluated by computer simulation. The proposed linear search algorithm makes the non-orthogonal multiple access achieve a gain of about 6 dB at the BER of 10–5 when the overloading ratio is set to 2. The complexity of the non-orthogonal access based on the proposed linear search algorithm is approximately half as much as that of the conventional low complexity resource allocation when the overloading ratio is 2, if the complexity is evaluated in terms of the number of additions.
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en-aut-name=DennoSatoshi
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en-aut-name=OhbaYuto
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en-aut-name=HouYafei
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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kn-title=A Comparative Study of Authoring Performances Between In-Situ Mobile and Desktop Tools for Outdoor Location-Based Augmented Reality
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kn-abstract=In recent years, Location-Based Augmented Reality (LAR) systems have been increasingly implemented in various applications for tourism, navigation, education, and entertainment. Unfortunately, the LAR content creation using conventional desktop-based authoring tools has become a bottleneck, as it requires time-consuming and skilled work. Previously, we proposed an in-situ mobile authoring tool as an efficient solution to this problem by offering direct authoring interactions in real-world environments using a smartphone. Currently, the evaluation through the comparison between the proposal and conventional ones is not sufficient to show superiority, particularly in terms of interaction, authoring performance, and cognitive workload, where our tool uses 6DoF device movement for spatial input, while desktop ones rely on mouse-pointing. In this paper, we present a comparative study of authoring performances between the tools across three authoring phases: (1) Point of Interest (POI) location acquisition, (2) AR object creation, and (3) AR object registration. For the conventional tool, we adopt Unity and ARCore SDK. As a real-world application, we target the LAR content creation for pedestrian landmark annotation across campus environments at Okayama University, Japan, and Brawijaya University, Indonesia, and identify task-level bottlenecks in both tools. In our experiments, we asked 20 participants aged 22 to 35 with different LAR development experiences to complete equivalent authoring tasks in an outdoor campus environment, creating various LAR contents. We measured task completion time, phase-wise contribution, and cognitive workload using NASA-TLX. The results show that our tool made faster creations with 60% lower cognitive loads, where the desktop tool required higher mental efforts with manual data input and object verifications.
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kn-title=Proliferation of a bloom-forming phytoplankton via uptake of polyphosphate-accumulating bacteria under phosphate-limiting conditions
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kn-abstract=Harmful algal blooms negatively impact the ecosystem and fisheries in affected areas. Eutrophication is a major factor contributing to bloom occurrence, and phosphorus is particularly important in limiting the growth of bloom-forming algae. Although algae efficiently utilize orthophosphate (Pi) as a phosphorous source over other molecular forms, Pi is often limited in the marine environment. While uptake and utilization of soluble inorganic and organic phosphorous by bloom-forming algae has been extensively studied, the details of geochemical and biological phosphorous cycling remain to be elucidated. Here, we report for the first time that the bloom-forming alga Heterosigma akashiwo can phagocytose bacteria and grow under phosphate-depleted conditions. The addition of Vibrio comitans to Pi-depleted H. akashiwo enabled the alga propagate to high cell densities, whereas other bacterial strains had only a minor effect. Importantly, V. comitans accumulates polyphosphate—a linear polymer of Pi—at high levels. The extent of algal proliferation induced by the addition of Vibrio species and polyphosphate-accumulating Escherichia coli correlated strongly with their polyphosphate content, indicating that bacterial polyphosphate served as an alternative PO43− source for H. akashiwo. The direct uptake of polyphosphate-accumulating bacteria through algal phagocytosis may represent a novel biological phosphorous-cycling pathway in marine ecosystems. The role of polyphosphate-accumulating marine bacteria as a hidden phosphorous source required for bloom formation warrants further investigation.
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kn-abstract=Background: Data on out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) due to cerebrovascular disorders is limited. This study aimed to describe the characteristics, outcomes, and annual trends of outcomes for OHCA originating from cerebrovascular disorders.<br>
Methods: This study was a retrospective analysis using an Utstein-style Japanese National Registry. Adult patients with OHCA due to cerebrovascular disorders and transported to the hospital between 2005 and 2021 were included. The primary outcome was a favorable neurological outcome at 30-day. We analyzed factors associated with outcomes using a multivariable logistic regression model, then evaluated annual trends of outcomes for cerebrovascular-induced OHCA.<br>
Results: Among 2,081,023 OHCA patients, 52,969 had cerebrovascular-induced cardiac arrest. Of these, 1903 (3.5 %) achieved a favorable neurological outcome. In the multivariable logistic regression model, male sex (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.41, 95 % confidence interval [CI] 1.20–1.61), initial shockable rhythm (aOR 3.10, 95 % CI 2.18–4.40), witnessed cardiac arrest (aOR 1.92, 95 % CI: 1.57–2.34), and prehospital return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) (aOR 11.1, 95 % CI: 9.09–13.5) were associated with favorable neurological outcomes. Prehospital adrenaline administration was negatively associated with favorable neurological outcomes (aOR 0.22, 95 % CI: 0.16–0.30). The proportion of patients with favorable neurological outcomes increased over time, rising from 3.14 % in 2005 to 4.12 % in 2021.<br>
Conclusions: Although OHCA due to cerebrovascular disorders is generally associated with poor neurological outcomes, 3.5 % of the patients with cerebrovascular-induced OHCA in this study had favorable neurological outcomes, with a yearly trend improving over decades. Patient characteristics associated with a higher likelihood of a favorable neurological outcome included prehospital ROSC, initial shockable rhythm, and witnessed cardiac arrest.
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kn-abstract=Nature utilizes simple building blocks to construct mechanically robust materials that demonstrate superior performance under extreme conditions. These exquisite structures result from the controlled synthesis and hierarchical assembly of nanoscale organic and mineral components that have provided critical evolutionary advantages to ensure survival. One such example is the ultrahard radular teeth found in mollusks, which are used to scrape against rock to feed on algae. Here, it is reported that the leading edges of these teeth consist of a wear-resistant coating that is comprised of densely packed ≈65 nm magnetic nanoparticles integrated within an organic matrix of chitin and protein. These mesocrystalline magnetite-based structures are assembled from smaller, highly aligned nanocrystals with inter/intracrystalline organics introduced during the crystallization process. Nanomechanical testing reveals that this multi-scale, nano-architected coating has a combination of increased hardness and a slight decrease in modulus versus geologic magnetite provides the surface of the chiton tooth with superior abrasion resistance. The mesocrystalline structures fracture at primary domain interfaces, corroborated by computational models, providing significant toughening to the tooth under extreme contact stresses. The design features revealed provide insight for the design and fabrication of next-generation advanced wear- and impact-resistant coatings for tooling, machinery, wind turbines, armor, etc.
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kn-abstract=Skeletal-related events (SREs) are common in patients with bone metastases from castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). Despite advances in prostate cancer treatment, clinically validated predictive models for SREs in CRPC patients with bone metastases remain elusive. This gap in prognostic tools hinders optimal patient management and treatment planning for this high-risk population. This study aimed to develop a prediction model for SRE by investigating potential risk factors and classifying them into different groups. This model can be used to identify patients at high risk of SREs who need close follow-up. Between 2004 and 2013, 68 male patients with bone metastases from CRPC who were treated at our institute were evaluated for survival without SREs and survival without SREs of the spinal cord. The study analyzed clinical data at enrollment to identify risk factors for initial and spinal SREs. Multivariate analysis revealed that a high count of metastatic vertebrae, along with visceral or lymph node metastases, were significant risk factors. Patients were categorized into four subgroups based on the number of vertebral metastases and presence of visceral or lymph node metastases: 1) extensive vertebral and both types of metastases, 2) extensive vertebral without additional metastases, 3) some vertebral with other metastases, 4) some vertebral without additional metastases. The first SRE and spinal SRE occurred significantly sooner in the first subgroup compared to others. Incidence rates at 12 months for the first SRE were 56%, 40%, 27%, and 5%, and for the first spinal SRE were 47%, 40%, 27%, and 0% respectively. Patients with extensive vertebral and additional metastases require vigilant monitoring to mitigate SREs.
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kn-abstract=Despite previous research, evidence on the relationship between gestational age and long-term health and neurodevelopmental outcomes among twins remains limited. Using data from the Longitudinal Survey of Babies in the 21st Century, we analyzed 549 twins born in Japan in 2010. The twins were grouped by gestational age: <32 weeks (very preterm), 32–36 weeks (moderately and late preterm), and 37–38 weeks (early term). The health status was evaluated by hospitalization between 0.5 and 5.5 years, and behavioral development was assessed using questionnaires at 2.5 and 5.5 years. Binomial log-linear regression with generalized estimating equations accounted for within-pair correlations and adjusted for child and parental variables. Moderately and late preterm children showed a higher risk of all-cause hospitalization during infancy than early-term children (adjusted risk ratio, 1.7; 95% CI, 1.0–2.6). Very preterm children showed a higher point estimate of the risk ratio, but a wide CI (risk ratio, 2.3; 95% CI, 0.8–6.8). Behavioral delays were more common in preterm groups at 2.5 years but not at 5.5 years. Preterm twins have a higher risk of hospitalization during infancy and developmental delay at 2.5 years than early-term twins. These risks show an increasing trend as gestational age decreases.
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en-aut-name=YorifujiTakashi
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
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en-affil=Division of Neonatology, NHO Okayama Medical Center
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Behavioral development
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kn-title=Analysis of the drug target of the anti-tuberculosis compound OCT313: phosphotransacetylase is a potential drug target for anti-mycobacterial agents
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kn-abstract=Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the most common infectious diseases caused by bacteria worldwide. The increasing prevalence of multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) and latent TB infection (LTBI) has intensified the global TB burden. Therefore, the development of new drugs for MDR-TB and LTBI is urgently required. We have reported that the derivative of dithiocarbamate sugar derivative, 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl N,N-dimethyldithiocarbamate (OCT313), exhibits anti-mycobacterial activity against MDR-MTB. Here, we identified the target of OCT313. In experimentally generated OCT313-resistant bacteria, adenine at position 1,092 in the metabolic enzyme phosphotransacetylase (PTA) gene was replaced with cytosine. This mutation is a nonsynonymous mutation that converts methionine to leucine at position 365 in the PTA protein. OCT313 inhibited the enzymatic activity of recombinant wild-type PTA, but not of the mutant PTA (M365L). PTA is an enzyme that produces acetyl-coenzyme A (acetyl-CoA) from acetyl phosphate and CoA and is involved in metabolic pathways; therefore, it was expected to also be active against dormant Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacilli. OCT313 exhibits antibacterial activity in the Wayne model of dormancy using Mycobacterium bovis BCG, and overexpression of PTA in OCT313-resistant bacilli restored sensitivity to OCT313. Collectively, the target of OCT313 is PTA, and OCT313 is a promising antimicrobial candidate for MDR-TB and LTBI.
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en-aut-name=HasegawaTomohiro
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en-aut-mei=Tomohiro
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en-aut-name=ItohSaotomo
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en-aut-name=MaedaShinji
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en-aut-name=WadaTakayuki
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en-aut-name=HoritaYasuhiro
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en-aut-name=NishiyamaAkihito
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en-aut-name=MatsumotoSohkichi
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en-aut-mei=Sohkichi
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en-aut-name=OharaNaoya
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en-aut-name=KimishimaAoi
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en-aut-name=AsamiYukihiro
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en-aut-name=HidaShigeaki
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en-aut-name=OnozakiKikuo
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Mycobacterium Reference and Research, the Research Institute of Tuberculosis, Japan Anti-Tuberculosis Association
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Hygienic Chemistry, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Hygienic Chemistry, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Hokkaido University of Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Microbiology, Graduate School of Human Life and Ecology, Osaka Metropolitan University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Clinical Pharmaceutics, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Bacteriology, Niigata University School of Medicine
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Bacteriology, Niigata University School of Medicine
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Oral Microbiology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Laboratory of Applied Microbial Chemistry, Ōmura Satoshi Memorial Institute, Kitasato University
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Laboratory of Applied Microbial Chemistry, Ōmura Satoshi Memorial Institute, Kitasato University
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Hygienic Chemistry, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Hygienic Chemistry, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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en-keyword=phosphotransacetylase
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en-keyword=dithiocarbamate
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en-keyword=N-acetyl glucosamine
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kn-title=Dynamin 2 is involved in osteoblast migration by regulating the organization of F-actin
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kn-abstract=Objectives: Dynamin, a GTPase that regulates membrane dynamics, has recently been implicated in actin cytoskeletal remodeling. This study aimed to elucidate the role of dynamin in osteoblast migration by examining the effects of dynamin inhibition on the localization and organization of F-actin and dynamin 2 in MC3T3-E1 cells.<br>
Methods: MC3T3-E1 cells were treated with dynamin inhibitors (Dyngo 4a and Dynole 34-2), and cell migration was assessed using a wound-healing assay. Fluorescent staining was performed to analyze the intracellular localization of F-actin and dynamin 2.<br>
Results: Dynamin inhibition significantly reduced the migration of MC3T3-E1 cells. Fluorescence analysis revealed a marked decrease in the accumulation and colocalization of F-actin and dynamin 2 at the protrusion edge. Additionally, dynamin inhibition suppressed the formation of lamellipodia and stress fibers while promoting the appearance of abnormal F-actin clusters in the cytoplasm.<br>
Conclusions: These findings suggest that dynamin plays an essential role in osteoblast migration by regulating actin cytoskeletal remodeling, particularly through the formation of lamellipodia and stress fibers.
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en-aut-name=SurongA.
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en-aut-name=TatsumiNanami
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en-aut-name=YamadaHiroshi
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en-aut-name=TakemotoFumiko
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en-aut-name=KamiokaHiroshi
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en-aut-name=OkamuraHirohiko
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en-aut-name=IkegameMika
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Neuroscience, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Neuroscience, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Neuroscience, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthodontics, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthodontics, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Dynamin
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kn-title=Avoiding splenectomy in splenic sclerosing angiomatoid nodular transformation through endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition: a 36-month follow-up case report
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kn-abstract=A 48-mm splenic mass was incidentally discovered in a 78-year-old man upon computed tomography. Follow-up imaging at 12 months revealed enlargement to 60 mm, prompting endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition with a 22-gauge needle. Histopathological analysis confirmed that it was a sclerosing angiomatoid nodular transformation. The patient was asymptomatic and had no hematologic abnormalities; therefore, splenectomy was not performed. After biopsy, the lesion regressed from 60 mm to 46 mm, possibly owing to hematoma formation or vascular disruption, and remained stable during 36 months of follow-up. Although splenectomy has been performed in most reported cases of sclerosing angiomatoid nodular transformation because of diagnostic uncertainty, a few recent reports have demonstrated that sclerosing angiomatoid nodular transformation can be diagnosed by endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition, thereby avoiding splenectomy. This case highlights the diagnostic utility of endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition and supports spleen-preserving management for biopsy-proven sclerosing angiomatoid nodular transformation.
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en-aut-name=OkuyamaTakaki
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en-aut-name=MatsumotoKazuyuki
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en-aut-name=MorimotoKosaku
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en-aut-name=MiyakeTakayoshi
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en-aut-name=SatomiTakuya
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en-aut-name=TakeiKensuke
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en-aut-name=InoueShogo
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en-aut-name=TakenakaRyuta
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Pathology, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Tsuyama Chuo Hospital
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en-keyword=Sclerosing angiomatoid nodular transformation
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en-keyword=Endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition
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en-keyword=Conservative management
kn-keyword=Conservative management
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en-title=
kn-title=Novel leukocytapheresis method using highly concentrated sodium citrate solution for the manufacturing of tisagenlecleucel
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=For the manufacturing of tisagenlecleucel (tisa-cel) requires the non-mobilized mononuclear cell collection (MNC). CD3+ cell collection is performed using the same protocol as autologous peripheral blood stem cell harvest (auto-PBSCH), but this procedure necessitates the same target CD3+ cell yields regardless of age or body weight, which may take several days especially in pediatric and small female patients with low white blood cell counts. We previously demonstrated a novel method using highly concentration sodium citrate (HSC), which reduced the need for an anticoagulant (AC) solution and shortened the procedure time in auto-PBSCH. This novel method was expected to offer advantages for smaller patients, prompting us to investigate its application in leukocytapheresis for the manufacturing of tisa-cel. We retrospectively analyzed consecutive leukocytapheresis data obtained using Spectra Optia continuous MNC mode between November 2022 and June 2024 at our institution (n = 9). In six of nine patients, pre-leukocytapheresis CD3+ cell counts were less than 500 /μL, but all could obtain the target CD3+ cell yields in one day upon processing blood volume adjustment. When we compared patients who had received CD3+ cell collection using normal-concentration sodium citrate (NSC) as our previously reported using propensity score-matched pair analysis, the total AC solution volume was significantly lower (1168 vs. 316 mL, p < 0.001) and procedure time was significantly shorter (254 vs. 228 min, p = 0.04) in the HSC group compared to the NSC group. In conclusion, this procedure was also useful for non-mobilized MNC. Our findings warrant validation in a larger patient cohort.
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en-aut-name=OtsukaFumio
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en-aut-name=MaedaYoshinobu
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-keyword=Chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy
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en-title=
kn-title=Novel method for autologous peripheral blood stem cell harvest using highly concentrated sodium citrate solution replacing acid citrate dextrose solution A
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kn-abstract=Background: As the processed blood volume increases, a larger amount of anticoagulant (AC) is required, which leads to a serious issue of fluid dilution in large-volume leukocytapheresis (defined as ≥3-fold total blood volume). We previously reported a novel method for allogeneic peripheral blood stem cell harvest (PBSCH) using highly concentrated sodium citrate (HSC; 5.32%), which shortened the procedure time and reduced the need for an AC solution without heparin. In this study, we extended this novel method to autologous PBSCH (auto-PBSCH) and compared it with patients who received auto-PBSCH using normal concentrated sodium citrate (NSC; 2.2%).<br>
Study Design and Methods: We retrospectively analyzed consecutive auto-PBSCH data obtained using the Spectra Optia continuous mononuclear cell collection mode between May 2017 and May 2025 at our institution.<br>
Results: Leukocytapheresis was performed using NSC in 36 patients and HSC in 22. In the HSC group, patients tended to be younger, had significantly lower body weight, and had significantly fewer hematopoietic tumors as primary diseases compared to the NSC group. After propensity score-matched cohort adjusted for patient background, the total amount of AC solution was significantly lower (694 [range, 77–1648] vs. 298 mL [range, 64–797], p = .02), and procedure time was significantly shorter (224 [range, 117–395] vs. 181 min [range, 103–309], p = .048) in the HSC group. Furthermore, the loss rates of magnesium and potassium were lower in the HSC group.<br>
Conclusion: This novel leukocytapheresis method demonstrated the efficacy and safety in auto-PBSCH, while minimizing the patient burden.
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en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=放射線治療装置の回転座標系誤差が軸外targetの照射精度に及ぼす影響とTG142のトレランスの評価
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en-abstract=Purpose: The aim of this study was to quantitatively evaluate the impact of gantry, collimator, and couch rotational errors in a linear accelerator on the irradiation accuracy of off-isocenter targets, and to assess the validity of the rotational error tolerance (±1.0°) specified in American Association of Physicists in Medicine TG142. Methods: Using an Elekta linear accelerator (Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden) and the MultiMet-WL QA phantom (Sun Nuclear, Melbourne, FL, USA), an off-isocenter Winston–Lutz test was performed on six targets. In addition to baseline measurements, six conditions were evaluated by intentionally introducing rotational errors of +0.5° and +1.0° in the collimator, gantry, and couch. The vector distance (S value) between the field center and the target center, as well as positional deviations in each direction (gantry-target: GT, left-right: LR, anterior-posterior: AP), were analyzed. Results: Targets located farther from the isocenter exhibited more significant positional deviations. The collimator rotation had the greatest impact; at 7 cm from the isocenter, even a 0.5° error resulted in a maximum S value of 1.24 mm. Couch rotation had the next largest effect, while gantry rotation had relatively smaller effects, likely because most targets were located near the gantry’s rotational axis. The rotational errors mainly caused geometric deviations with direction-dependent positional shifts. Conclusion: The effects of the collimator and couch were substantial, with positional deviations exceeding 1 mm even for a 0.5° rotation error. The influence of the gantry was relatively small and dependent on the target configuration. For irradiation of off-axis targets, the TG142 tolerance of ±1.0° should be regarded as a minimum standard that must be strictly observed regardless of the type of linear accelerator. However, depending on the target arrangement, clinically adequate margins may not be ensured. These findings suggest the necessity of applying stricter criteria according to target configuration and emphasize the importance of regular quality assurance.
kn-abstract=【目的】放射線治療装置の回転座標系の誤差が軸外targetの照射精度に及ぼす影響を定量的に評価し，TG142における回転座標系誤差（±1.0°）のトレランスの妥当性を検討する．【方法】Elekta社製放射線治療装置（Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden）とMultiMet-WL QAファントム（Sun Nuclear, Melbourne, FL, USA）を用いて，6個のtargetに対してoff isocenterのWinston–Lutz test（WL test）を実施した．Baselineの測定に加え，意図的にcollimator，gantry，couchに+0.5°, +1.0°回転誤差を加えた6条件で測定を行い，照射野中心とtarget中心のベクトル距離（S値）および各方向（gantry-target: GT, left-right: LR, anterior-posterior: AP）の位置ずれを解析した．【結果】Isocenterからの距離が大きいtargetほど位置ずれが顕著であった．特にcollimator回転誤差の影響が最も大きく，isocenterから7 cm離れたtargetでは0.5°の回転誤差でもS値が最大1.24 mmに達した．次に影響が大きかったのはcouch回転であり，gantry回転はtargetの配置が回転軸に近いものが多く相対的に影響が少なかった．回転座標系の誤差は幾何学的誤差の影響が強く，位置ずれに方向依存性があった．【結語】Collimatorやcouchの影響が大きく，0.5°の誤差でも1 mm以上の位置ずれが生じることがあった．Gantryの影響はtargetの配置依存があり，相対的に小さかった．軸外targetの照射において，TG142の±1.0°のトレランスは放射線治療装置の種類にかかわらず最低限遵守するべき基準であり，targetの配置次第では臨床的に十分なマージンを保証できない可能性が示された．Target配置に応じたより厳格な基準と定期的quality assurance（QA）の重要性が示唆された．
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kn-title=Risk Stratification for the Prediction of Skeletal-Related Events in Patients With Bone Metastases From Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
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kn-abstract=Skeletal-related events (SREs) frequently occur in patients with bone metastases from non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This study aimed to identify risk factors for SREs in patients with NSCLC. Based on these factors, we also aimed to stratify patients into subgroups to facilitate the assessment of SRE risk. This retrospective analysis used medical records of 139 patients with NSCLC bone metastases who received treatment at our institution between 2011 and 2014. The incidence of SREs was assessed, and SRE-free survival was analyzed using the Kaplan-Meier method. Clinical information collected at registration was assessed to identify factors associated with the onset of SREs within six months. Univariate analysis was performed using Fisher’s exact test, and multivariate analysis was performed using Cox regression. Of the 139 patients, 36 (26%) developed SREs after registration. The SRE-free survival rates were 80% and 64% at 6 and 12 months, respectively. The univariate and multivariate analyses revealed that the absence of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutations or anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) rearrangement (hazard ratio (HR): 4.51, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.32-15.7, p = 0.017) and a lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level ≥400 U/L (HR: 8.08, 95% CI: 1.78-36.6, p = 0.0067) were risk factors for SRE presentation within six months. Patients were classified into the following three subgroups: with EGFR mutation or ALK rearrangement and LDH level <400 U/L; without EGFR mutation or ALK rearrangement and LDH level <400 U/L; with/without EGFR mutation or ALK rearrangement and LDH level ≥400 U/L. The corresponding six-month SRE-free survival rates were 92%, 69%, and 34%, respectively, showing significant differences (p < 0.001). Close monitoring is recommended for patients with LDH levels ≥400 U/L in daily clinical practice, particularly with the help of the proficiency of orthopedic and radiological experts, to prevent complications such as pathological fractures and paraplegia.
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en-aut-name=SugiharaShinsuke
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en-aut-name=OzakiToshifumi
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shikoku Cancer Center
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=anaplastic lymphoma kinase
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kn-title=Conversion to Hip Arthroplasty After Internal Fixation Failure in an Intertrochanteric Femoral Fracture: A Case Report
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kn-abstract=Intertrochanteric femoral fractures are mainly managed by internal fixation. However, failures such as over-telescoping, cut-out, nonunion, or implant failure can occur, especially in osteoporotic elderly patients. We report the case of a patient in whom we performed artificial hip replacement surgery after fixation failure following internal fixation of an intertrochanteric femoral fracture. We report the case of an 85-year-old woman who sustained a left intertrochanteric femoral fracture treated with a dynamic hip screw (DHS). One week postoperatively, radiographs revealed over-telescoping of the lag screw. The patient did not complain of pain, but she underwent conversion to cemented bipolar hemiarthroplasty under general anesthesia. One possible cause of over-telescoping of the lag screw after surgery was that the longitudinal fracture line in the calcar of the proximal bone fragment, as seen in the initial CT image, may have extended horizontally at the neck level. During surgery, a fracture at the same site caused the anterior medial fragment to fail, resulting in a coronal shear fracture and fixation failure. When a longitudinal fracture line is observed in the calcar of the proximal fragment, it is necessary to keep in mind that it may extend horizontally at the neck level.
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en-aut-name=TakahashiMotoki
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en-aut-name=KawasakiKeisuke
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedics, Kagawa Prefectural Central Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kagawa Prefectural Central Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Science
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kn-title=Clinical Outcomes and Biomechanical Evaluation of the Cement-Catching Screw Technique for Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures
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kn-abstract=Objectives: We developed a cement-catching screw (CCS) technique for pedicle screw insertion into hardened cement, connecting anterior and posterior vertebral elements during balloon kyphoplasty (BKP) for osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVFs). This study reports the CCS technique, clinical outcomes, and biomechanical properties.<br>
Methods: This retrospective study included 59 patients (20 men, 39 women; mean age, 77.4 ± 8.7 years) who underwent BKP with one-above-one-below posterior fixation for OVFs between 2020 and 2023. Patients were divided into CCS (−) (without intermediate screws, n = 28) and CCS (+) (with intermediate CCSs, n = 31) groups. Clinical and radiographic outcomes, including activities of daily living, vertebral wedge angle (VWA), surgical level Cobb angle (CA), anterior vertebral body height (AVBH), screw loosening, pullout, and adjacent vertebral fractures, were evaluated preoperatively, postoperatively, and at the final follow-up (≥6 months). Biomechanical pullout strength was assessed at different insertion depths (5, 10, and 15 mm) using polymethylmethacrylate cement.<br>
Results: No significant differences were observed between groups in age, sex, follow-up duration, or blood loss; however, the operation time was significantly longer in the CCS (+) group than in the CCS (−) group (P < 0.0001). Radiographic outcomes showed no significant differences in the VWA, CA, AVBH, adjacent vertebral fracture rates, and reoperation rates. However, the incidence of adjacent pedicle screws loosening and pullout was significantly higher in the CCS (−) group than in the CCS (+) group (P = 0.046 and 0.0084, respectively). The correction loss of the CA was significantly lower in the CCS (+) group (CCS (−), 5.6° ± 4.8°; CCS (+), 3.5° ± 4.8°, P = 0.023). The biomechanical test revealed pullout strengths of 683 ± 164, 2231 ± 208, and 3477 ± 393 N for insertion depths of 5, 10, and 15 mm, respectively, with significant increases by depth (P = 0.003 and 0.009).<br>
Conclusions: The CCS technique improves anterior-posterior vertebral body stability, enhances fixation strength, and contributes to better surgical outcomes in OVFs treatment.
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en-aut-name=MisawaHaruo
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en-aut-name=OdaYoshiaki
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en-aut-name=JokoRyoji
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en-aut-name=TakahashiMasaya
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kn-title=A Case of Charcot Spine Arthropathy at the Lumbosacral Level in a Patient With Ankylosis of the Spine
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kn-abstract=Charcot spinal arthropathy, a rare refractory progressive disease, is characterized by symptoms such as pain, deformity, and neurological impairment, which can significantly reduce functional ability, quality of life, and life expectancy. We report a case of Charcot spine at the L5/S1 level with long segment ankylosis to the L5 vertebra. We first performed thorough debridement via a posterior approach. We used antibiotic-containing cement as a spacer to fill the dead space, facilitating the second surgery approach. In the second surgery, transdiscal screws, which have a low profile and strong force, were used as anchors, and bulk bone harvested from both iliac bones was grafted to the intervertebral space. The lumbosacral alignment was kyphotic, and the patient could sit and move independently. Disimpaction was impossible, and a stoma had to be created.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Mid-term Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of the Actis Total Hip System: A Retrospective Study
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kn-abstract=Introduction<br>
Implant technology for total hip arthroplasty (THA) was developed to improve hip function and patient satisfaction. Actis (DePuy Synthes, Warsaw, IN, USA) is a short fit-and-fill titanium stem, with a medial-collared and triple-taper (MCTT) geometry, that is fully coated with hydroxyapatite (HA). We evaluated the radiographic and clinical outcomes of the Actis Total Hip System during a mean follow-up of five years.<br>
Patients and methods<br>
We retrospectively analyzed data from 80 patients (14 male and 66 female, mean age: 65 ± 8.4 years) who underwent primary THA using Actis stems (anterolateral approach, 60 hips; posterior approach, 20 hips). Radiographs were obtained postoperatively and at the time of the final examination. Radiographic assessments included the alignment of the femoral stem, spot welds, stress shielding, cortical hypertrophy, subsidence (>2 mm), radiolucent line, pedestal formation, Dorr type, canal fill ratio (CFR), and stem fixation. Clinical evaluation included the Japanese Orthopaedic Association Hip-Disease Evaluation Questionnaire (JHEQ) and Harris Hip Score (HHS).<br>
Results<br>
The mean follow-up period was 64.0 ± 6.0 months. No significant differences were observed in the alignment of the femoral components between approaches. Of the 80 hips, 53 (66.3%) showed radiographic signs of stem osseointegration, predominantly in the mid-distal region of the stem at the final follow-up. Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that younger age and a higher CFR (20 mm proximal to the lesser trochanter) were associated with the presence of spot welds. Mild stress shielding occurred in 25 hips (31.3%), and no patient experienced severe stress shielding. All stems were fixed by bone on growth. The JHEQ and HHS significantly improved at the final assessment.<br>
Conclusion<br>
At the five-year follow-up, patients who received the Actis Total Hip System during THA had good radiographic and clinical outcomes.<br>
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Medical Materials for Musculoskeletal Reconstruction, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Medical Materials for Musculoskeletal Reconstruction, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Utility of Same-Modality, Cross-Domain Transfer Learning for Malignant Bone Tumor Detection on Radiographs: A Multi-Faceted Performance Comparison with a Scratch-Trained Model
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Developing high-performance artificial intelligence (AI) models for rare diseases like malignant bone tumors is limited by scarce annotated data. This study evaluates same-modality cross-domain transfer learning by comparing an AI model pretrained on chest radiographs with a model trained from scratch for detecting malignant bone tumors on knee radiographs. Methods: Two YOLOv5-based detectors differed only in initialization (transfer vs. scratch). Both were trained/validated on institutional data and tested on an independent external set of 743 radiographs (268 malignant, 475 normal). The primary outcome was AUC; prespecified operating points were high-sensitivity (≥0.90), high-specificity (≥0.90), and Youden-optimal. Secondary analyses included PR/F1, calibration (Brier, slope), and decision curve analysis (DCA). Results: AUC was similar (YOLO-TL 0.954 [95% CI 0.937–0.970] vs. YOLO-SC 0.961 [0.948–0.973]; DeLong p = 0.53). At the high-sensitivity point (both sensitivity = 0.903), YOLO-TL achieved higher specificity (0.903 vs. 0.867; McNemar p = 0.037) and PPV (0.840 vs. 0.793; bootstrap p = 0.030), reducing ~17 false positives among 475 negatives. At the high-specificity point (~0.902–0.903 for both), YOLO-TL showed higher sensitivity (0.798 vs. 0.764; p = 0.0077). At the Youden-optimal point, sensitivity favored YOLO-TL (0.914 vs. 0.892; p = 0.041) with a non-significant specificity difference. Conclusions: Transfer learning may not improve overall AUC but can enhance practical performance at clinically crucial thresholds. By maintaining high detection rates while reducing false positives, the transfer learning model offers superior clinical utility. Same-modality cross-domain transfer learning is an efficient strategy for developing robust AI systems for rare diseases, supporting tools more readily acceptable in real-world screening workflows.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Juntendo University School of Medicine
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Plusman LCC
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Musculoskeletal Oncology and Rehabilitation, National Cancer Center Hospital
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affil-num=8
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
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affil-num=11
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affil-num=12
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Science of Functional Recovery and Reconstruction, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=14
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en-affil=Science of Functional Recovery and Reconstruction, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Science of Functional Recovery and Reconstruction, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=Accuracy Verification of a Computed Tomography-Based Navigation System for Total Hip Arthroplasty in Severe Hip Dysplasia: A Simulation Study Using 3D-Printed Bone Models of Crowe Types II, III, and IV
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-abstract=Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) employs the Na+ transporter HvHKT1;1, which is an N+-selective transporter. This study characterized the full-length HvHKT1;1 (HvHKT1;1-FL) and three mRNA variants (HvHKT1;1-V1, -V2, and -V3), which encode polypeptides of 64.7, 54.0, 40.5, and 32.9 kDa, respectively. Tissue-specific expression profiling revealed that HvHKT1;1-FL is the most abundant transcript across leaf, sheath, and root tissues under normal conditions, with the highest expression in leaves. Under 150 mM NaCl stress, HvHKT1;1-FL and its variants showed a dynamic, time-dependent expression pattern, with peak leaf expression at 2 h, sheath expression at 12 h, and root expression at 2 h, suggesting their roles in early stress response. Functional analysis using two-electrode voltage-clamp measurements demonstrated that HvHKT1;1-FL is highly selective for Na+, with minimal conductance for K+, Li+, Rb+, or Cs+. It demonstrated high Na+ transport efficiency, characterized by higher Vmax and lower Km values, while the variants showed reduced Na+ currents, lower Vmax, and higher Km values, indicating decreased Na+ transport capacity. Reversal potential analyses further confirmed Na+ selectivity, with HvHKT1;1-FL displaying the strongest preference for Na+. Notably, while all variants retained Na+ selectivity, they showed reduced efficiency, as indicated by a more negative reversal potential in low Na+ conditions. These findings highlight the functional diversity among HvHKT1;1 variants, with HvHKT1;1-FL playing a dominant role in Na+ transport. The tissue-specific regulation of these variants under salinity stress underscores their importance in barley’s adaptive responses.
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kn-title=A Multicenter, Prospective, Observational, and Single-Arm Interventional Study of Mirogabalin in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Rationale and Design of Dia-NeP
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: The exact prevalence of and recent changes in diabetic polyneuropathy (DPN) and diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain (DPNP) in Japan are unclear. The oral gabapentinoid, mirogabalin besylate (mirogabalin), is effective with a good safety profile for DPNP with moderate-to-severe pain (numerical rating scale [NRS] scores ≥ 4). However, clinical evidence for mild pain (NRS scores ≤ 3) is unclear. The Dia-NeP study aims to examine: (1) the prevalences of DPN and DPNP and background factors in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM); and (2) the efficacy and safety of mirogabalin in patients with DPNP, including those with mild pain.<br>
Methods: The Dia-NeP study is a multicenter, prospective study consisting of two parts, a baseline survey and an interventional study, to be conducted from March 2025 to August 2026 in patients with T2DM in Japan. The baseline survey is the observational study investigating the epidemiology of DPN and DPNP, and the interventional study is an exploratory, single-arm, open-label study of 12-week mirogabalin treatment. Of patients with T2DM enrolled in the baseline survey, those diagnosed with DPNP who have an NRS score for pain ≥ 1 will be included in the interventional study. The target sample size is 1000 to 3000 patients for the baseline survey and 100 for the interventional study.<br>
Planned Outcomes: The primary endpoint is the change from baseline in the NRS score at week 12 in the interventional study. The safety endpoint is adverse events. This study will not only show the latest prevalence of DPN and DPNP in Japan, but is also the first study to investigate the efficacy and safety of mirogabalin in patients with DPNP having mild pain, as well as moderate-to-severe pain, and is expected to provide useful evidence for future DPN and DPNP treatment.<br>
Trial Registration: Japan Registry of Clinical Trials (jRCTs031240623, registered 20/January/2025, https://jrct.mhlw.go.jp/en-latest-detail/jRCTs031240623).
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en-title=Practical Application and Review of Home Economics Classes in the “Career Training” Program at Okayama Mitsu Senior High School in 2024
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kn-abstract=　本実践研究は，「高等学校の教育課程」の「エ　学校特設科目及び学校設定教科」の中で，岡山県立岡山御津高等学校が独自に設定している教科「総合」の中の一科目「キャリア実習」に焦点を当て，令和６年度に実施した地域協働系列２年次の「キャリア実習」における家庭科授業を分析・評価し，令和７年度に地域協働系列３年次生が履修する「キャリア実習」の在り方を検討すると共に，本校の家庭科の学びについて考えるための示唆を得ることを目的とした。
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kn-abstract=　グローバル化，多様性が拡大する社会では，適切に自己を表現する方法の獲得が重要になるのではなかろうか。本研究では，このアサーティブな自己表現の獲得を促す教育的介入を目指して，3 つのタイプの自己表現（攻撃的な自己表現，非主張的な自己表現，アサーティブな自己表現）を比較して，アサーティブな自己表現の特徴を明らかにすることを目指す。先行研究を参考に，これらの自己表現を区別する指標として，評価への敏感さ，被受容感，視点取得，自尊感情を取り上げた。180 人の大学生を対象に調査を行い，分析を行った結果，アサーティブな自己表現には視点取得と自尊感情が関係していることが示された。他方で被主張的な自己表現は，評価への敏感さと被受容感との関係が見られた。攻撃的な自己表現は，視点取得との負の関係が見られた。これらの結果から，教育現場で児童生徒が適切に自己表現できるように促すためには，子供の存在を認め，自尊感情を高めること，他者の視点を配慮する意識を育てること，そして，周囲の評価を気にし過ぎないように促すことが重要である可能性が示唆された。
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en-title=A Preliminary Consideration on Evaluation and Improvement of Teachers and Staff Training: A Case of School Administrative Staff Training Courses at Okayama University Center for NITS
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kn-abstract=　教職員研修を研修転移という問題関心から検討し，学習内容の現場実践を促す研修に向けた評価と改善について予備的考察を行う。NITS 岡山大学センターで実施する学校事務職員研修を事例に検討を試みるものである。事例では，受講者は研修に対する反応として，高い満足度や関連度，有用度，自己効力感を示していた。その反応と学習の転移として，現場での行動の変化が重要となる。管理職へのアンケートから，受講者における現場での研修内容の具体的活用は，部分的にとどまるが，実践例が認められた。そして，研修が受講者の行動変化や現場での成果創出を促すものとなるため，教職員と管理職による協働探究的関係の形成が重要となることを展望的に論じる。
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kn-title=Efficacy and safety of esaxerenone in hypertensive patients with chronic kidney disease, with or without type 2 diabetes mellitus: a pooled analysis of five clinical studies
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kn-abstract=Effective management of blood pressure (BP) and albuminuria are crucial for suppressing chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression and cardiovascular risks in hypertension. This pooled analysis evaluated the antihypertensive effects, organ-protective effects, and safety of esaxerenone in hypertensive patients with CKD by integrating five clinical studies of esaxerenone. Patients were divided based on type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) status (with or without T2DM) and creatinine-based estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFRcreat) (30 to <60 and ≥60 mL/min/1.73 m2). Significant changes in morning home BP from baseline at Week 12 were observed in the overall population (mean change −12.8/ − 5.4 mmHg), T2DM subgroups ( − 12.2/ − 4.5 and −14.5/ − 7.8 mmHg), and eGFRcreat subgroups ( − 12.5/ − 4.7 and −14.0/ − 6.9 mmHg) (all P < 0.001). Bedtime home and office BP showed similar tendencies. Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio significantly improved from baseline at Week 12 in the overall population (mean change: −55.2%), T2DM subgroups ( − 56.5% and −52.0%), and eGFRcreat subgroups ( − 54.6% and −55.4%) (all P < 0.001). N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide levels significantly decreased in the overall population (percent change: −14.1%) and subgroup without T2DM ( − 25.3%). The incidence of serum potassium ≥5.5 mEq/L was lower in the subgroup with T2DM vs without T2DM (3.1% and 11.3%), potentially related to the use of sodium–glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors. These findings highlight the sustained BP-lowering effect of esaxerenone throughout the day in hypertensive patients with CKD, irrespective of T2DM status, and its significant reduction in albuminuria. The data support the safety and efficacy of esaxerenone in this patient population, underscoring its potential as a valuable therapeutic option.
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affil-num=7
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kn-title=A Case of IgA Nephropathy With Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis-Like Features Miyu Kanazawa, 
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kn-abstract=A 73-year-old man was referred due to the onset of nephrotic-range proteinuria. He had been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis 18 years prior and had achieved remission with treatment, including methotrexate and janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor. Although routine follow-ups had not revealed any urinary abnormalities, subsequent tests detected proteinuria and hematuria in the absence of infection or other symptoms. As the urinary abnormalities persisted, with a serum albumin decrease and proteinuria measuring 5.7 g/day, indicating nephrotic syndrome, the patient was referred to our hospital for further evaluation, and a renal biopsy was performed. Light microscopy revealed mesangial cell proliferation, endocapillary proliferation and double-contoured basement membranes. Immunofluorescence microscopy showed IgA-dominant deposits in both mesangial areas and glomerular capillary walls. Transmission electron microscopy demonstrated electron-dense deposits in the mesangium and subendothelial regions, leading to the diagnosis of membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN)-type IgA nephropathy. Immunostaining with the Gd-IgA1 (galactose-deficient IgA1)-specific antibody (KM55) was positive, consistent with the diagnosis. Following the initiation of steroid therapy, proteinuria rapidly decreased, achieving complete remission within 5 months. IgA nephropathy with MPGN-like features often presents as nephrotic syndrome, differing from the typical pathological and clinical presentation of IgA nephropathy, making differentiation from secondary MPGN and other diseases sometimes challenging. This case suggests that KM55 staining may offer additional information in differentiating atypical IgA nephropathy with non-classical pathological features.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Association between proteinuria and mineral metabolism disorders in chronic kidney disease: the Japan chronic kidney disease database extension (J-CKD-DB-Ex)
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kn-abstract=Chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disorder (CKD-MBD) are recognized as a systemic disease affecting the prognosis of patients with CKD. Proper management of CKD-MBD is important to improve the prognosis of patients with CKD. Although proteinuria is recognized as a poor prognostic factor in these patients, few reports have examined its association with CKD-MBD. We examined the association between proteinuria and CKD-MBD using data from the Japan Chronic Kidney Disease Database Extension (J-CKD-DB-Ex). Among the patients registered in the J-CKD-DB-Ex, 30,977 with CKD stages G2–G5 who had serum creatinine, albumin, calcium, and phosphate concentrations measured at least once and urinalysis performed were included. The patients were divided into four groups (negative, 1+, 2+, and 3+) according to the degree of proteinuria. The association between proteinuria and CKD-MBD was examined by a logistic regression analysis. In a model adjusted for age, sex, diabetes, and the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), the odds ratio of the 3 + group compared with the negative group significantly increased to 2.67 (95% confidence interval, 2.29–3.13) for hyperphosphatemia, 2.68 (1.94–3.71) for hypocalcemia, and 1.56 (1.24–1.98) for hypomagnesemia. Proteinuria is associated with hyperphosphatemia, hypocalcemia, and hypomagnesemia in patients with CKD independently of eGFR.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
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affil-num=16
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affil-num=17
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affil-num=18
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kn-abstract=The bladder trigone is an anatomically and functionally distinct region within the lower urinary tract (LUT), characterized by a dense network of afferent sensory fibers, specialized urothelial interactions, and prominent mechanotransduction mechanisms. Its intricate neuroarchitecture enables precise detection of bladder filling and coordination of micturition, whereas dysregulation of these pathways contributes to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), including urgency, frequency, and bladder pain. Despite its recognized clinical relevance, the structural and functional basis of trigonal sensory signaling - and its role - remain incompletely understood.<br>
This review synthesizes current evidence on trigonal afferent organization, integrating data from anatomical mapping, receptor profiling, electrophysiological characterization, and translational research. Seminal anatomical observations are combined with recent advances in mechanotransduction and purinergic, peptidergic, and transient receptor potential (TRP) signaling to provide a comprehensive perspective. The trigone exhibits three principal afferent classes: (1) intraepithelial fibers penetrating umbrella cells, marked by P2X purinoceptor 3 (P2X3), transient receptor potential vanilloid 1 (TRPV1), calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), and substance P (SP); (2) subepithelial plexuses surrounding microvasculature, enriched in vasoactive neuropeptides and exhibiting plastic hypertrophy in overactive bladder (OAB) and interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS); and (3) encapsulated corpuscular endings at the lamina propria-detrusor junction, expressing PIEZO1/2 and acid-sensing ion channels (ASICs) for rapid adaptation. In trigeminal dorsal root ganglion (DRG) neurons, high expression of PIEZO2, P2RX3, and voltage-gated sodium channel, type 1.8 (Nav1.8) was observed, revealing their role as the foundation for multisensory information processing. Functional assays highlight distinct mechanotransductive and chemosensory pathways, with aging, inflammation, and neurotrophic factors driving afferent plasticity underlying abnormal bladder sensation, such as urgency, frequency, and pain. Early clinical trials of P2X3 antagonists and intravesical TRPV1 inhibitors demonstrate promising symptomatic benefits. Collectively, evidence positions the bladder trigone as a critical sensory hub where neuronal, urothelial, and immune signals converge to regulate bladder sensation. Understanding its molecular and structural specialization may inform the development of region-specific neuromodulatory therapies targeting sensory urgency and afferent-driven bladder dysfunction.
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kn-abstract=Although rare, neurotrauma has been documented as a potential risk of high-speed, high-acceleration amusement park rides such as roller coasters. These attractions generate rapid acceleration, deceleration, sharp turns, and significant gravitational forces, which may stress the central nervous system and cerebrovascular structures. This review analyzed pediatric stroke cases (children 15 years old or younger) linked to roller-coaster rides reported in PubMed and summarized the key mechanisms and clinical features associated with such neurotrauma. Documented complications include internal and vertebral carotid artery dissections, with or without stroke, subdural hemorrhage, intraparenchymal hemorrhage, and post-traumatic migraines. The aim of this review is to alert healthcare providers to the possibility of stroke induced by roller-coaster rides, emphasizing the importance of timely diagnosis and management to prevent adverse outcomes. Key considerations include the recognition of risk factors, public education on potential risks, and strategies for preventing complications in at-risk populations. Although intracranial hemorrhage from roller-coaster rides is rare, individuals with predisposing conditions, such as prior head trauma or vascular abnormalities, should be evaluated carefully when presenting with neurological symptoms after such activities.
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affil-num=5
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kn-title=Enhancing Soil Aggregation and Water Retention by Applying Kaolinite Clay to Post‐Tin‐Mined Land on Belitung Island, Indonesia
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kn-abstract=Post-mining sandy soils have low water retention, which causes soil particle separation and persistent soil erosion. Although organic matter is commonly used for soil restoration, it is lightweight, washes away during heavy rain, and decomposes under strong sunlight. The high potential for extreme rainfall events in tropical regions poses significant challenges to restoration projects. Therefore, we investigated the impact of kaolinite clay particles on enhancing soil stability in post-mining sandy soils. Soil samples were collected from three sites representing different succession stages of post-mined land (0, 1, and 6 years since mining cessation) and an adjacent natural forest as the reference site on Belitung Island, Indonesia. Soil samples were treated with 1% or 5% kaolinite or left untreated (control) and incubated at 34°C to mimic the local conditions of the study area. The samples were then analyzed to determine the soil aggregate distribution, water holding capacity, and soil erodibility, and SEM imaging was performed to examine the soil particle morphology. The results revealed an increasing trend in the silt-sized aggregate content and a 2%–5% increase in water retention in the 6-year soils relative to the untreated soils. The highest water retention was observed in the 6-year post-mining soil sample. Kaolinite amendment significantly reduced soil erodibility by 40%–50% compared to the untreated soils, even in the early restoration period (0–1 year post-mining). Kaolinite improved soil aggregation and water retention in post-mining sandy soils while reducing soil erodibility—highlighting its potential for accelerating land restoration in mining-affected areas.
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kn-title=Cellulose nanofibers boost soil water availability, plant growth, and irrigation water use efficiency under deficit irrigation
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kn-abstract=Under climate change, even previously rainfall-prone areas may experience droughts, and effective strategies are vital for soil conservation. Owing to their cutting-edge water absorption and storage properties, cellulose nanofibers (CNF) are expected to increase soil water availability and help plants resist water stress. However, the role of CNF in improving plant growth and soil water retention under various irrigation regimes is not yet known. We evaluated the effects of CNFs on plant available water (PAW), germination, plant growth, and irrigation water use efficiency (IWUE) under both adequate and deficit irrigation conditions. Plant cultivation experiments were conducted using different CNF dosages (0%, 0.1%, 0.5%, and 1.0%), irrigation levels (I100, I50, and I25), and soil types (sandy and silty loam). The results indicated that CNF significantly increased field capacity (FC) and PAW in both soil types, with PAW in CNF-amended soils increasing by up to 110% and 88% in sandy and silty loam soil, respectively, at 1% CNF dosage. In germination tests, CNF showed no phytotoxicity and supported the germination process during water stress, with enhancements of up to 64% and 163% at I50 and up to 125% and 214% at I25 in germination percentage and germination index, respectively. Plant growth experiments revealed that CNF addition helped plants resist water stress, maintaining plant height and weight close to those under full irrigation, while using 50% less water. IWUE analyses demonstrated that CNF enhanced IWUE, with increases of up to 56% under sufficient watering (I100), 169% under moderate water stress (I50), and 120% under severe water stress (I25), at 1% CNF dosage. These findings highlight the potential of CNF as a multifaceted amendment, offering practical solutions for addressing water scarcity challenges and contributing to more resilient and sustainable agricultural practices.
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Cellulose nanofibers
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kn-title=Successful Transplantation of Multiple Organs from Donor after Helium Asphyxiation: First Case Report in Japan
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kn-abstract=Helium inhalation has increased, but most cases are either minor injuries or deaths; there have not yet been any reported cases of brain death leading to organ donation. We report a patient who attempted helium inhalation and was declared brain dead and became an organ donor without complications. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first reported case of deceased organ donation following helium asphyxiation in Japan. The patient in cardiac arrest was found with a helium-filled vinyl bag sealed around the neck. During emergency medical transport to the hospital, a spontaneous return of circulation was obtained after 31 minutes of cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Upon hospital arrival, the physical examination revealed dilated pupils with no response to light. Electrocardiography showed widespread ST-segment depression and ST-segment elevation in augmented Vector Right, as well as elevated cardiac enzymes and decreased myocardial contractility. Head computed tomography revealed diffuse cerebral edema and loss of the gray-white matter boundary without signs of air embolism in the cerebral and coronary arteries. Despite comprehensive post-cardiac arrest care with recovery of organ function, brain death was confirmed on day 4 after hospitalization. The family consented to organ donation on the 11th day of hospitalization. The heart, lungs, liver, and two kidneys were successfully transplanted and all organs functioned. All organ grafts were functioning well at the 3-month follow-up. Our case demonstrates that brain death caused by helium inhalation is not a contraindication to organ donation.
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kn-title=Voxel-based method for predicting workpiece chipping in end milling of unsintered pure iron-powder compact
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kn-abstract=The miniaturization and high-torque requirements of electric motors in automotive and industrial applications have increased the adoption of axial-gap motors that employ unsintered pure iron-powder compacts. However, machining these brittle materials, particularly through end milling, typically results in significant workpiece chipping, which impedes cost-effective prototyping and small-lot production. Conventional chipping-prediction approaches, such as finite-element analysis and critical uncut chip-thickness methods, are limited by their computational costs and prediction accuracy, respectively. This study proposes a novel method for predicting chipping regions in the end milling of pure iron-powder compacts via voxel-based cutting-force simulation. The chipping risk at each voxel was evaluated based on the magnitude and direction of the simulated cutting force and local workpiece rigidity. Chipping was predicted when the risk index exceeded the threshold value. Cutting experiments were conducted to validate the proposed method, which shows good agreement between the predicted and observed chipping regions under various milling conditions. The results indicate that the proposed method can efficiently and accurately predict the chipping regions, thus outperforming conventional approaches in terms of computational cost. Although parameter tuning and threshold calibration were performed experimentally, the voxel-based framework enables practical prediction and analysis of transient machining phenomena. Future investigations shall focus on expanding the method to a wider range of machining conditions and integrating material-property considerations for further generalization. This approach offers a practical tool for optimizing machining parameters to minimize chipping and enhance the manufacturability of brittle powder compacts.
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en-aut-name=TakayasuHiroto
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en-aut-name=KanekoKazuki
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en-aut-name=ShimizuJun
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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en-keyword=End milling
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kn-title=Refinement of day 28 treatment response criteria for acute GVHD: a collaboration study of the JSTCT and MAGIC
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kn-abstract=Overall response (OR) that combines complete (CR) and partial responses (PR) is the conventional end point for acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) trials. Because PR includes heterogeneous clinical presentations, reclassifying PR could produce a better end point. Patients in the primary treatment cohort from the Japanese Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (JSTCT) were randomly divided into training and validation sets. In the training set, a classification and regression tree algorithm generated day 28 refined response (RR) criteria based on symptoms at treatment and day 28. We then evaluated RR for primary and second-line treatments, using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) and negative predictive value (NPV) for 6-month nonrelapse mortality as performance measures. RR considered patients with grade 0/1 at day 28 without additional treatment as responders. RR for primary treatment produced higher AUCs than OR with small improvement of NPVs in both validation sets: JSTCT (AUC, 0.73 vs 0.69 [P < .001]; NPV, 92.0% vs 89.6% [P < .001]) and the Mount Sinai Acute GVHD International Consortium (MAGIC; AUC, 0.71 vs 0.68 [P = .032]; NPV, 90.9% vs 89.8% [P = .009]). RR for second-line treatment produced similar AUCs but much higher NPVs than OR in both validation sets of JSTCT (AUC, 0.64 vs 0.63 [P = .775]; NPV, 74.5% vs 66.0% [P < .001]) and MAGIC (AUC, 0.67 vs 0.64 [P = .105]; NPV, 86.8% vs 76.1% [P = .004]). Classifying persistent but mild skin symptoms as responses and residual lower gastrointestinal GVHD as nonresponses were major drivers in improving the prognostic performance of RR. Our externally validated day 28 RR would serve as a better end point than conventional criteria in future first- and second-line treatment trials.
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en-aut-name=HoganWilliam J.
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en-aut-name=LevineJohn E.
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Division of Hematology, Jichi Medical University Saitama Medical Center
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Division of Hematology, Blood and Marrow Transplantation Program, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Hematology Division, Tokyo Metropolitan Cancer and Infectious Diseases Center, Komagome Hospital
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Hamanomachi Hospital
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology, The Tisch Cancer Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Medicine and Abramson Cancer Center, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Division of Hematology, Mayo Clinic
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Internal Medicine III, University of Regensburg
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Division of Molecular Oncology, National Cancer Center Research Institute
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Hematology, National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Kanagawa Cancer Center
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Division of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, National Cancer Center Hospital
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Federation of National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Associations Toranomon Hospital
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affil-num=21
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine 5, Hematology and Oncology, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg and University Hospital Erlangen
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affil-num=22
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Hyogo Medical University Hospital
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affil-num=23
en-affil=Technical Department, Japanese Red Cross Blood Service Headquarters
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affil-num=24
en-affil=Division of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, National Cancer Center Hospital
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affil-num=25
en-affil=Hematopoietic Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program, Massachusetts General Hospital
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation, City of Hope
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Japanese Data Center for Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation
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affil-num=29
en-affil=Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology, The Tisch Cancer Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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affil-num=30
en-affil=Division of Hematology, Jichi Medical University Saitama Medical Center
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affil-num=31
en-affil=Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology, The Tisch Cancer Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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affil-num=32
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Hokkaido University Faculty of Medicine and Graduate School of Medicine
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kn-title=Efficacy of ciclosporin monotherapy in non-severe aplastic anaemia not requiring transfusions: Results from a multicentre phase II study
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kn-abstract=The efficacy of ciclosporin (CsA) to treat transfusion-independent non-severe aplastic anaemia (TI-NSAA) has not yet been systematically evaluated. We conducted a prospective trial in patients with TI-NSAA treated with CsA monotherapy. CsA (3.5 mg/kg/day) was administered to patients with TI-NSAA aged ≥16. The CsA dose was adjusted to maintain a blood CsA level of ≥600 ng/mL at 2 h post-administration. Blood cell counts were assessed after 8, 16 and 52 weeks of therapy. Thirty-two evaluable patients from 21 institutions were enrolled. The median age was 63.5 (range: 16–83) years. At 8 weeks, haematological improvement, with increases in haemoglobin (Hb) ≥1.5 g/dL (haematological improvement in erythrocytes [HI-E]) and platelet count ≥30 × 109/L (haematological improvement in platelets [HI-P]), was observed in 0/25 (0%) and 6/32 (19%) evaluable cases respectively. HI-E and HI-P occurred in 1/25 (4%) and 10/32 (31%) patients at 16 weeks, respectively, and at 52 weeks in 5/25 (20%) and 16/32 (50%) patients respectively. Nine grade 3 adverse events (AEs) occurred in six patients, but there were no grade ≥4 AEs. Ten of the 32 patients experienced grade 2 renal toxicity. Low-dose CsA is effective in TI-NSAA patients and demonstrates minimal renal toxicity. However, at least 16 weeks are necessary to adequately evaluate its efficacy.
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en-aut-name=MaruyamaHiroyuki
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en-aut-name=YamaguchiHiroki
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en-aut-name=AsadaNoboru
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en-aut-name=TanimotoKazuki
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en-aut-name=SugiuraHiroyuki
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en-aut-name=UsukiKensuke
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en-aut-name=YoshimuraKenichi
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en-aut-name=KanakuraYuzuru
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en-aut-name=MatsumuraItaru
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en-aut-name=AkashiKoichi
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en-aut-name=NakaoShinji
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Kanazawa University Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, University of Fukui Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Nippon Medical School
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Japanese Red Cross Fukuoka Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Chugoku Central Hospital of Japan Mutual Aid Association of Public School Teachers
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Hematology, NTT Medical Center Tokyo
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Biostatistics and Health Data Science, Graduate School of Medical Science, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Tumor Biology, Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Biology (WPI-ASHBi), Kyoto University
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Sumitomo Hospital
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Rheumatology, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Medicine and Biosystemic Science, Kyushu University Graduate School of Medical Sciences
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Kanazawa University Hospital
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en-keyword=ciclosporin
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kn-title=Protocol for a multicentre, open-label, dose-escalation phase I/II study evaluating the tolerability, safety, efficacy and pharmacokinetics of repeated continuous intravenous PPMX-T003 in patients with aggressive natural killer cell leukaemia
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kn-abstract=Introduction Aggressive natural killer cell leukaemia (ANKL) is a rare form of NK cell lymphoma with a very low incidence and poor prognosis. While multi-agent chemotherapy including L-asparaginase has been used to treat ANKL patients, they often cannot receive adequate chemotherapy at diagnosis due to liver dysfunction. PPMX-T003, a fully human monoclonal antibody targeting the transferrin receptor 1, shows promise in treating ANKL by helping patients recover from fulminant clinical conditions, potentially enabling a transition to chemotherapy. This study aimed to evaluate the tolerability, safety, efficacy, and pharmacokinetics of repeated continuous intravenous PPMX-T003 in patients with ANKL.<br>
Methods and analysis This multicentre, open-label, dose-escalation phase I/II study will be conducted at nine hospitals in Japan. Patients diagnosed with ANKL (whether as a primary or recurrent disease) and exhibiting abnormal liver function or hepatomegaly due to the primary disease will be included. The primary endpoint is the tolerability and safety of repeated continuous intravenous administration of PPMX-T003 in the first course, based on adverse events and dose-limiting toxicities. PPMX-T003 will be administered as a continuous intravenous infusion every 24 hours for five consecutive days, followed by a 2-day break. Pretreatment will be provided to minimise the risk of infusion-related reactions. Initial doses of PPMX-T003 will be 0.5, 1.0 or 2.0 mg/kg, with subsequent dose increases determined by the Data and Safety Monitoring Committee. The sample size is set at seven participants, with enrolment increased to up to 12 participants if dose-limiting toxicities occur, based on feasibility due to the rarity of ANKL. Descriptive statistics will summarise data according to initial dose, and pharmacokinetic analysis will be conducted based on administered dose.<br>
Ethics and dissemination This study was approved by the institutional review boards at participating hospitals. The results will be disseminated in peer-reviewed journals.<br>
Trial registration number jRCT2061230008 (jRCT); NCT05863234 (ClinicalTrials.gov).
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en-aut-name=KandaJunya
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en-aut-name=AsadaNoboru
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en-aut-name=KatoKoji
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en-aut-name=AndoKiyoshi
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Hematology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Tokai University School of Medicine Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Medicine and Biosystemic Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Hematology, Hiroshima University
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kn-title=The vicious cycle between nutrient deficiencies and antibiotic-induced nutrient depletion at the host cell-pathogen interface: Coenzyme Q10 and omega-6 as key molecular players
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kn-abstract=The increasing prevalence of antibiotic resistance and pathological inflammation underscores the importance of understanding the underlying biochemical and immune processes that govern the host-pathogen interface. Nutrient deficiency, compounded by antibiotic-induced nutrient depletion, forms a vicious cycle of overt inflammation, contributing to bacterial toxin translocation in human inter-organ and intra-organs milieus. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and omega-6 linoleic acid (LA 18:2ω6) are integral to cellular membrane integrity and immune defense. However, the complex enzymatic steps at the host cell-pathogen interface remain poorly understood. This study is particularly timely, as it explores these knowledge gaps, which can inform the development of nutritional and therapeutic strategies that modulate or target these mechanisms. Using an infectious-inflamed cell co-culture model of the gut-liver axis, we exposed triple cell co-cultures of human intestinal epithelial cells (T84), macrophage-like THP-1 cells, and hepatic cells (Huh7) to linoleic acid-producing Lactobacillus casei (L. casei) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain PAO1 (PAO1). The cultures were incubated for 6 h in medium with or without ceftazidime antibiotic. PAO1 and L. casei exerted opposing effects on the secretion of Th1 cytokines IL-1β, IL-6, and the Th 2-type cytokine IL-10. Inoculation with PAO1 decreased CoQ10 and linoleic acid levels compared to uninfected controls. L. casei restored cellular health and biofunctionality impaired by PAO1, indicating its benefit to the host's well-being. The antibiotic ceftazidime exerted dual effects, alleviating PAO1 toxicity while marginally disrupting the beneficial effects of L. casei. Our results show how the vicious cycle of nutrient deficiency and antibiotic-induced nutrient loss reinforces pathological inflammation at the host cell-pathogen interface and highlights the need for more appropriate targeted antibiotic use that preserves essential nutrients like CoQ10 and omega-6 fatty acids. Inflammatory responses driven by opportunistic pathogens and LA-producing bacteria represent opposing immunometabolic pathways that may provide insights into novel approaches for treating infection and reducing antibiotic resistance.
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Max Rubner-Institut
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kn-title=Long-Term Outcome of Xenon-Arc Photocoagulation for Retinopathy of Prematurity in the 1970s in Japan: Eleven Patients With 32- to 49-Year Follow-Up
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kn-abstract=Objectives: Photocoagulation or cryocautery, or their combinations, are the standard of care for retinopathy of prematurity at the recommended timing, which is based on the International Classification of Retinopathy of Prematurity. In Japan, the effectiveness of xenon-arc photocoagulation and cryocautery in retinopathy of prematurity was reported on an empirical basis first in 1968, and became the standard of care in retinopathy of prematurity in the 1970s, 10 years earlier compared with the other countries. In this study, we reported the up to 49 years visual outcome of 11 patients with retinopathy of prematurity who underwent xenon-arc photocoagulation and cryocautery in the 1970s.<br>
Methods: A retrospective review was made on the medical records of 11 consecutive patients who underwent xenon-arc photocoagulation for retinopathy of prematurity in the years 1974 to 1980, and were followed up until the period from 2009 to 2025. The birthweight ranged from 865 g to 2300 g at a median of 1350 g, and the gestational age at birth ranged from 27 weeks to 36 weeks at a median of 30 weeks. The corrected gestational age at the time of photocoagulation ranged from 32 weeks to 53 weeks, with a median of 37 weeks. Oxygen was given to all 11 patients, except for one who was born in the earliest year 1974. The retinopathy of prematurity was at stage 3 in both eyes of seven patients, with plus disease signs in four patients, at stage 2 with and without plus disease in two patients, at stage 2 and stage 3 in each eye of one patient, and at stage 1 with plus disease in both eyes of one patient. The entire 360-degree photocoagulation was given in seven patients, while partial photocoagulation was applied in four patients. Additional cryocautery was applied in six patients.<br>
Results: The age at the last visit ranged from 32 to 49 years with a median of 46 years. At the last visit, seven patients showed the best-corrected visual acuity in decimals of 0.8 or better in both eyes. One dizygotic twin showed no light perception in the phthisic right eye and 0.1 in the left eye with macular degeneration and nystagmus after he underwent cataract surgery at the age of 34 years. The other twin had the best-corrected visual acuity of 0.5 in the right eye and 0.02 in the left eye due to macular degeneration after he underwent cataract surgeries in both eyes at the age of 36 years. Two patients developed rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in one eye at the age of 44 and 41 years, respectively, and underwent vitrectomy with silicone oil tamponade, resulting in visual acuity of 0.1 and 0.3, respectively. Two patients experienced vitreous hemorrhage in one eye, which was absorbed spontaneously at the ages of 37 years and 42 years, respectively. One patient underwent partial scleral buckling for localized rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. No patient used intraocular pressure-lowering eyedrops.<br>
Conclusion: Most patients with xenon-arc photocoagulation for retinopathy of prematurity in the 1970s maintained standard levels of visual acuity up to 49 years in the follow-up. Cataract, retinal detachment, and vitreous hemorrhage were noted as late complications and were coped with on an individual basis. The conclusion would have a meaning, even though not novel, that the patients with retinopathy of prematurity would have benefited from the xenon-arc photocoagulation and cryocautery.
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en-aut-name=MatsuoNobuhiko
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affil-num=2
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kn-title=Water Lubrication of Polysiloxane-Containing Polyimide Coatings on Stainless Steel Substrates
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kn-abstract=This study investigated the water-lubricated tribological properties of coatings made of a novel polysiloxane-containing polyimide (si-PI) material that was recently developed for the aerospace industry and can be diluted with the harmless and environmentally friendly ethanol or water. The si-PI coatings were deposited on stainless steel (JIS SUS304) substrates at curing temperatures ranging from 160°C to 275°C. Their water lubrication properties were measured by rubbing the coatings against each other in water at room temperature. The coatings exhibited lower friction than conventional polyimide materials, with a minimum friction coefficient of 0.04, which was lower than that of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) measured under the same sliding conditions. Unlike the conventional polyimide, the coatings did not exhibit any obvious wear or damage. The results demonstrate that the si-PI coating is a promising low-friction and highly durable coating for water lubrication.
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en-aut-name=ShiotaTadashi
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kn-title=ROS produced by Dual oxidase regulate cell proliferation and haemocyte migration during leg regeneration in the cricket
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kn-abstract=Many animals regenerate lost body parts through several signalling pathways; however, the triggers that initiate regeneration remain unclear. In the present study, we focused on the role of reactive oxygen species (ROS) produced by the NADPH oxidase Dual oxidase (Duox) during cricket leg regeneration. The results showed that ROS levels were upregulated during leg regeneration and decreased by DuoxRNAi. In DuoxRNAi nymphs, wound closure and scab formation were incomplete 2 days after amputation, and hypertrophy occurred in the distal region of the regenerating legs at 5 days after amputation. In addition, the hypertrophic phenotype was induced by DuoxARNAi and NADPH oxidase inhibitor treatment. During hypertrophy, haemocytes, including plasmatocytes, oenocytoids and granulocytes, accumulated. Proliferation of haemocytes in regenerating legs was not increased by DuoxRNAi; however, haemocyte accumulation was regulated by the Spatzle (Spz) family molecules, which are Toll receptor ligands. As the exoskeleton of DuoxRNAi nymphs was thinner than that of the control, excessive haemocyte accumulation can cause hypertrophy in DuoxRNAi nymphs. Thus, Duox-derived ROS are involved in wound healing and haemocyte accumulation through the Spz/Toll signalling pathway during leg regeneration in crickets.
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en-affil=Department of Cytology and Histology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Cytology and Histology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Cytology and Histology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Evaluation of the small-field output factor in eclipse modeling methods using representative beam and measured data with averaged ionization chamber and diode detector measurements
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kn-abstract=Beam modeling for radiotherapy treatment planning systems (RTPS) can be performed using representative beam data (RBD) or direct measurements. However, RBD typically excludes output factor (OPF) measurements for fields smaller than 3 × 3 cm2. The Eclipse treatment planning system addresses this limitation by incorporating measured OPF data for fields as small as 1 × 1 cm2. Although existing studies have primarily examined the accuracy of small-field OPFs for plastic scintillator detectors, studies directly comparing the OPF values obtained through RBD modeling with and without OPF measurements for small field sizes are limited. Therefore, this study proposes a novel measurement approach using data averaged from an ion chamber and diode detector for small-field dosimetry to provide critical insights into the integration of OPFs for these small field sizes in RBD-based beam modeling. We systematically evaluated the impact of small-field OPF measurements on beam modeling accuracy by comparing three distinct approaches: (1) RBD-based modeling without small-field OPF data, (2) RBD-based modeling incorporating measured small-field OPF data, and (3) modeling based solely on measured data, with and without the inclusion of 1 × 1 cm2 field sizes. In addition, we compared OPF values obtained from a W2 plastic scintillator detector with the averaged OPF values from a PinPoint 3D ion chamber and EDGE diode detector across multiple beam energies and flattening filter-free (FFF) configurations. Our analysis included field sizes ranging from 1 × 1 cm2 to 40 × 40 cm2. The results demonstrated that for square fields, OPF calculation differences between RBD modeling with and without measured data were < 1.5%, < 4.5%, and < 4.5% at 1 × 1 cm2, and < 0.5%, < 1.5%, and < 1.5% at 2  ×  2  cm2, respectively. The RBD group exhibited a trend in which the OPF difference increased with the expansion of the irradiation field size. Notably, the most significant variations between modeling approaches occurred along the upper jaw expansion direction in rectangular fields. This suggests that a thorough evaluation is necessary for modeling results with an OPF ≤  1 × 1 cm2. This study highlights the advantages and disadvantages of beam modeling using measured OPF and RBD, providing valuable insights for future facilities that rely solely on RBD for beam modeling.
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ORCID=

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ORCID=

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ORCID=

en-aut-name=TakahashiShotaro
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Tokuyama Central Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Tokuyama Central Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Tokuyama Central Hospital
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en-title=
kn-title=Mechanical Subpulmonary Support in Fontan Circulation: A Juvenile Porcine Experimental Model
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kn-abstract=Mechanical cavopulmonary assist (CPA) remains challenging for failing Fontan circulation. This study aimed to evaluate the hemodynamic impact of partial CPA using a juvenile porcine model. Six pigs (30 kg) underwent the Fontan procedure using a handmade Y-shaped graft. Total CPA was established by assisting both superior vena cava (SVC) and inferior vena cava (IVC) flow to the pulmonary artery, whereas partial CPA assisted only IVC flow using a centrifugal pump. Cavopulmonary assist flow was set to 100%, 50%, or 25% of pre-Fontan cardiac output (CO). Hemodynamics at baseline, after total CPA, and after partial CPA were compared using paired t-tests. Total CPA with 100% CO support increased CO and reduced SVC and IVC pressures compared to baseline (CO, 1.03 vs. 2.36 L/min; SVC pressure, 16.3 vs. 9.5 mm Hg; IVC pressure, 17.3 vs. 9.3 mm Hg, p < 0.05 for all). Partial CPA with 25% CO support increased CO and decreased IVC pressure, though SVC pressure increased (CO, 1.03 vs. 1.52 L/min; SVC pressure, 16.3 vs. 20.5 mm Hg; IVC pressure, 17.3 vs. 11.5 mm Hg, p < 0.05 for all). Although total CPA achieved optimal hemodynamics, partial CPA with 25% CO flow was effective, suggesting a feasible, noninvasive solution for patients with failing Fontan physiology.
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=KobayashiYasuyuki
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aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=

en-aut-name=EdakiDaichi
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=KasaharaShingo
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=KotaniYasuhiro
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aut-affil-num=5
ORCID=

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affil-num=2
en-affil=From the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=3
en-affil=From the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=From the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=From the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=A case of a large venous ring around the mandibular condyle
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kn-abstract=Anatomical details regarding venous drainage of the head and neck are an important matter for surgeons to avoid unnecessary complications such as hemorrhage. This report describes a case of the large venous ring around the mandibular condyle found in the cadaver. The left maxillofacial region of a latex-injected embalmed male cadaver (82 years of age at death) was dissected. The large two maxillary veins ran lateral to the capsule and superior to the mandibular notch and coursed posteroinferiorly to merge, and one trunk was formed at the posterior border of the ramus. It then received the superficial temporal vein superiorly to form the retromandibular vein (RMV). In addition, three maxillary veins were drained from the pterygoid venous plexus (PVP), medial to the ramus, one maxillary vein drained from the PVP into the RMV trunk, while two maxillary veins drained from the PVP into the anterior division of the RMV. All five large veins lateral and medial to the condyle drained from the PVP into the RMV. The knowledge of such an anatomical variation might prevent intraoperative bleeding in the temporomandibular joint region.
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=TakeshitaYohei
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en-aut-name=TubbsR. Shane
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en-affil=Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neuroscience Research Center, Tulane University School of Medicine
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en-title=Theoretical Consideration of Creativity in Interactive Art Appreciation and Construction of an Analytical Framework
kn-title=対話型美術鑑賞における創造性の理論的考察と分析フレームワークの構築
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kn-abstract=　In this study, we theoretically examined the mechanism of creativity in interactive art appreciation and presented it as an analytical framework.<br>
　In interactive art appreciation, viewers engage in collaborative dialogue with the artwork and other viewers, and are influenced by the promotion of creativity and improvement of the quality of the dialogue through the intervention of facilitation. This introduces an otherness that is different from the self, which creates a deviation from existing interpretations. This discrepancy in interpretation brings about a conceptual shift in the viewer, resulting in the creation of a new theory; this newly created theory eventually becomes the existing theory, and once again a collaborative dialogue takes place, giving birth to a new theory.<br>
　In this cyclical process of creativity in interactive art appreciation, knowledge is created and accumulated, and existing knowledge is creatively destroyed to reconstruct new knowledge. Learning takes place through mutual learning mediated by intrinsic motivation, and eventually learning takes place to arrive at new interpretations, although sometimes learning support is handed over from the facilitator to the viewers. For viewers whose abilities to create meaning and grasp value are underdeveloped, interactive art appreciation helps to encourage this development, and it has the potential to have a ripple effect on development not only in art but also in the broader realm of everyday knowledge outside of art.
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en-aut-name=TeramotoShizuka
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kn-affil=岡山大学学術研究院社会文化科学学域

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kn-affil=公益財団法人大原芸術財団大原芸術研究所・大原美術館
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kn-subject=
en-title=Social Loss of Care Leavers: Update and Transition
kn-title=介護離職の社会的損失―アップデートと時系列推移―
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kn-abstract=　Kishida（2020）estimated the number of labor force exiters unemployed due to family care and their lost income. We updated the result of Kishida（2020）and modified the estimation method of the lost income. We defined labor force exiters as those who were out of work 2 years after they exited. The results using the latest Employment Status Survey for 2022 are as follow. Among the 10.6 thousand annual care leavers, 35.9％ restarted work and the remaining 64.1％ exited the labor market. Three-fourths of returned to the exiters were non-regular workers. Among the care leavers previously in regular employment who returned to the labor market, 34.4％ of them restarted work as regular workers and the remainder restarted work as non-regular workers. Among the exiters, the ratio of care leavers to all exiters was 3.8％ . More than 10％ of women exiters of 40-50 years of age were care leavers. Hence, the loss of middle-aged employment due to care leavers is significant.<br>
　The wages of care leavers' previous jobs are indispensable for calculating the loss of income. However, our data did not contain the necessary information. Hence, as a proxy variable, we used the wages of workers whose attributes are similar to the ones of the care leavers. Additionally, in the loss of income calculation, we considered the income accrued from restarting work.<br>
　The total loss of income during one year after care leave was 187.4 billion yen. We decomposed the income loss into the loss incurred by being unemployed and the loss incurred by getting a job that pays less than the previous one. The former loss was 77.1％ and the latter one was 22.9％ . Approximately 70％ of the income loss due to wage declines was due to previous full-time employment, and 86.3％ of that was due to resuming work as non-full-time employment with significantly lower wages. If the separation period lasts for more than one year, the income loss for society as a whole is the sum of the income losses in the years when the separation period is different. Based on our calculations, the annual income loss was at least 403.2 billion yen.<br>
　The number of people leaving the labor market was 74,400 in 2012, 63,700 in 2017, and 68,100 in 2022. In 2012, when the unemployment rate was high, the return to work rate was lower than in 2017 and 2022, and the number of people leaving the labor market was relatively high. Income losses were 382.1 billion yen in 2012, 363.9 billion yen in 2017, and 399.2 billion yen in 2022. The breakdown of income losses by cause was roughly the same.
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en-aut-name=KishidaKensaku
en-aut-sei=Kishida
en-aut-mei=Kensaku
kn-aut-name=岸田研作
kn-aut-sei=岸田
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start-page=22
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dt-pub=20251031
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kn-title=Protective impact of landiolol against acute lung injury following hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation in rats
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kn-abstract=Hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation (HSR) induces pulmonary inflammation, leading to acute lung injury (ALI). Notably, blocking β1 receptors can lead to organ protection through anti‑inflammatory and anti‑apoptotic effects. Additionally, although the β1 receptor pathway is blocked by the β1 blocker, the β2 receptor pathway may be preserved and activate the 5' adenosine monophosphate‑activated protein kinase (AMPK) pathway. The present study aimed to examine whether administration of the β1 blocker landiolol could achieve lung protection in a model of HSR‑ALI, alongside improvements in inflammation and apoptosis. Male Sprague‑Dawley rats underwent hemorrhage keeping their mean arterial pressure at 30 mmHg for 1 h. Resuscitation by reinfusion was initiated to restore blood pressure to pre‑hemorrhage levels for >15 min, followed by a 45‑min stabilization period to create the HSR‑ALI model. Landiolol (100 mg/kg/min) or saline was continuously administered after resuscitation. The lung tissues, which were collected for assessing inflammation and apoptosis‑related damage, underwent analyses, including histological examination, neutrophil count, assessment of lung wet/dry weight ratio, detection of the mRNA levels of tumor necrosis factor‑α (TNF‑α) and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), identification of terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick‑end labeling (TUNEL)‑positive cells, and evaluation of caspase‑3 expression. In addition, phosphorylated AMPKα (pAMPKα) expression was tested via western blotting. Compared with the HSR/saline group, the HSR/landiolol group demonstrated a reduction in lung tissue damage score, and significant reductions in neutrophil count, lung wet/dry weight ratio, lung TNF‑α and iNOS mRNA levels, TUNEL‑positive cells and cleaved caspase‑3 expression. Furthermore, landiolol administration following HSR treatment increased pAMPKα expression. No significant hypotension occurred between the HSR/landiolol and HSR/saline groups; and blood loss did not differ significantly between the groups. In conclusion, landiolol administration after HSR reduced lung inflammation and apoptosis, suggesting a potential improvement in tissue damage. Furthermore, pAMPKα activation in the HSR/landiolol group may be the mechanism underlying the pulmonary protective effects of landiolol.
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en-aut-name=SakamotoRisa
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en-aut-name=ShimizuHiroko
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en-aut-name=NakamuraRyu
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en-aut-name=LiYaqiang
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en-aut-name=OmoriEmiko
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en-aut-name=TakahashiToru
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en-aut-name=MorimatsuHiroshi
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University Medical School
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University Medical School
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Human Anatomy, Shantou University Medical College
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology, Okayama Saidaiji Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=HSR
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en-keyword=lung injury
kn-keyword=lung injury
en-keyword=landiolol
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en-keyword=β1 blocker
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en-keyword=inflammation
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kn-title=Current Status of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy in Japanese Intensive Care Units: A Multicenter Retrospective Observational Study
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kn-abstract=Introduction: Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is often performed for critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs), but its optimal indication and settings have yet to be determined. Thus, we aimed to describe the current status of CRRT in Japan through a multicenter retrospective observational study. Methods: Adult ICU patients receiving CRRT at 18 tertiary hospitals in Japan (up to 100 patients from each hospital over the past year) were retrospectively enrolled. Patients receiving CRRT for <24 h or intermittent renal replacement therapy together with CRRT were excluded. The primary outcomes were the temporal changes in the electrolyte levels, acid-base balance, and uremia-related small solute concentrations. The secondary outcomes included potassium (K) and phosphate (P) supplementations during CRRT. Results: Altogether, 1,045 patients were enrolled. The median CRRT duration and dose were 4.4 days and 17.3 mL/kg/h, respectively. The electrolyte levels, acid-base balance, and uremia-related small solute concentrations returned to normal by day 4 of treatment. A total of 732 (70.0%) patients received K supplementation, and only a few patients had hypokalemia until day 5. Moreover, 414 (39.6%) patients received P supplementation, and approximately 30%–50% of the patients had hypophosphatemia until day 5. Conclusion: The CRRT dose in Japan was lower than that was recommended by the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes guideline. The electrolyte level abnormalities and acid-base imbalances of the studied patients were improved within 72–96 h of CRRT. Contrarily, K and P supplementations were common, indicating that the current CRRT solutions need to be modified.
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en-aut-name=NakanoHidehiko
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en-aut-mei=Hidehiko
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en-aut-name=InokuchiRyota
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en-aut-name=InoueYutaro
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en-aut-name=SekinoMotohiro
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en-aut-mei=Motohiro
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en-aut-name=KakihanaYasuyuki
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en-aut-name=HattoriNoriyuki
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en-aut-name=MiyazakiMariko
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en-aut-name=FujitaniShigeki
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en-aut-name=TodaYuichiro
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en-aut-name=OhchiYoshifumi
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en-aut-name=MorimatsuHiroshi
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en-aut-name=IchibaShingo
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en-aut-mei=Shingo
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en-aut-name=MasudaYoshiki
en-aut-sei=Masuda
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en-aut-name=NishidaOsamu
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en-aut-name=AbeTakaya
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en-aut-name=MoriguchiTakeshi
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en-aut-name=SatohKasumi
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en-aut-name=IdeiMasafumi
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en-aut-mei=Masafumi
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aut-affil-num=19
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en-aut-name=NagataHiromasa
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en-aut-mei=Hiromasa
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aut-affil-num=20
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en-aut-name=DoiKent
en-aut-sei=Doi
en-aut-mei=Kent
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Intensive Care Medicine, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Chiba University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Tohoku University Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Intensive Care, Osaka University Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, St. Marianna University School of Medicine
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Kawasaki Medical School
kn-affil=

affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Oita University Faculty of Medicine
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Tokyo Women’s Medical University
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Urology, Iwate Medical University
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, University of Yamanashi Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Yokohama City University
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology, Keio University School of Medicine
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affil-num=21
en-affil=Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital
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en-keyword=Acute kidney injury
kn-keyword=Acute kidney injury
en-keyword=Renal failure
kn-keyword=Renal failure
en-keyword=Continuous renal replacement therapy
kn-keyword=Continuous renal replacement therapy
en-keyword=Electrolytes
kn-keyword=Electrolytes
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no-vol=39
cd-vols=
no-issue=2
article-no=
start-page=273
end-page=281
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dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250220
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kn-title=T2 high-signal-intensity zone of the spinal cord dorsal horn in patients treated with spinal cord stimulation for herpes zoster-associated pain: a retrospective case–control study
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kn-abstract=Purpose In patients with herpes zoster-associated pain (ZAP), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has revealed T2 high-signal intensity zones (MRI T2 HIZ) in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord, associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). We retrospectively analyzed the relationship between PHN and MRI T2 HIZ in patients with refractory ZAP in the subacute phase who underwent temporary spinal cord stimulation therapy (tSCS).<br>
Methods This single-center, case–control study included patients who underwent tSCS for refractory ZAP between 2010 and 2018. MRIs were re-assessed for the presence of T2 HIZ in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord. Patients were divided into T2 HIZ( +) and T2 HIZ(−) groups. Patients with a numerical rating score (NRS) ≥ 3 at the last visit were defined as PHN. The NRS values and the incidence rate of PHN were compared between the two groups.<br>
Results Of the 67 cases extracted, 38 were included in the analysis: 22 in T2 HIZ( +) group and 16 in T2 HIZ(−) group. No significant differences were observed in background factors between the two groups. However, the T2 HIZ( +) group had a significantly higher NRS at the final visit (T2 HIZ( +):3.8 ± 2.1, T2 HIZ(−):1.4 ± 1.5; P < 0.05) and had significantly more patients with PHN than the T2 HIZ(−) group (T2 HIZ( +) vs. T2 HIZ(−), 15/22 (68%) vs. 3/16 (19%); odds ratio = 8.67; 95% confidence interval, 1.7–63.3).<br>
Conclusion T2HIZ is detected in more than half of refractory ZAP, and pain is more likely to remain after tSCS treatment in the T2HIZ( +) group.
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en-aut-name=ArakawaKyosuke
en-aut-sei=Arakawa
en-aut-mei=Kyosuke
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=NakagawaMasayuki
en-aut-sei=Nakagawa
en-aut-mei=Masayuki
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aut-affil-num=2
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en-aut-name=AbeYoichiro
en-aut-sei=Abe
en-aut-mei=Yoichiro
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aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=

en-aut-name=MorimatsuHiroshi
en-aut-sei=Morimatsu
en-aut-mei=Hiroshi
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aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Pain Management Clinic, NTT Medical Center Tokyo
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Pain Management Clinic, NTT Medical Center Tokyo
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Anesthesiology and Resuscitology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=Herpes zoster
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en-keyword=Magnetic resonance imaging
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kn-title=Virus taxonomy proposal summaries: a searchable and citable resource to disseminate virus taxonomy advances
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kn-abstract=Taxonomic classification of cellular organisms requires the publication of descriptions and proposed names of species and the deposition of specimens. Virus taxonomy is developed through a different system of annual submission of formal taxonomy proposals (TPs) that can be submitted by anyone but are typically prepared by a study group appointed by the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses (ICTV) and consisting of experts on a particular group of viruses. These are initially evaluated by an expert subcommittee and by the executive committee (EC) of the ICTV. EC-approved TPs are then submitted for evaluation and a ratification vote by the wider ICTV membership. Following ratification, the new taxonomy is annually updated in the Master Species List, associated databases and bioinformatic resources. The process is consistent, creates traceability in assignments and supports a fully evaluated, hierarchical classification and nomenclature of all taxonomic ranks from species to realms. The structure also facilitates large-scale and coordinated changes to virus taxonomy, such as the recent introduction of a binomial species nomenclature.<br>
TPs are available on the ICTV website after ratification, but they are not indexed in bibliographic databases and are not easily cited. Authors of TPs do not receive citation credit for adopted proposals, and their voluntary contributions are largely invisible in the published literature. For greater visibility of TPs and their authors, the ICTV will commence the annual publication of summaries of all TPs from each ICTV subcommittee. These summaries will provide a searchable compendium of all annual taxonomy changes and additions as well as direct links to the Master Species List and other ICTV bioinformatic resources. Their publication will provide due credit and citations for their authors, form the basis for disseminating taxonomy decisions and promote greater visibility and accessibility to taxonomy changes for the virology community.
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en-affil=Department of Microbiology, University of Alabama at Birmingham
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en-affil=Molecular and Integrative Biosciences Research Programme, Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Helsinki
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en-affil=Departamento de Fitopatologia/BIOAGRO, Universidade Federal de Viçosa
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en-affil=Department of Biological Sciences, Virginia Tech
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en-affil=Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine, Rutgers University
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en-affil=Departamento de Ciencias Biológicas, Universidad de los Andes
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en-affil=MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research
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en-affil=Department of Energy, Joint Genome Institute, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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en-affil=Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Istituto per la Protezione Sostenibile delle Piante, Sede Secondaria di Bari
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kn-title=Mid-term (30- to 90-day) neurological changes in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survivors receiving extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation: a nationwide retrospective study (the JAAM-OHCA registry)
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kn-abstract=Background: Few studies have examined mid-term neurological changes in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients after receiving extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR). This study aimed to evaluate neurological improvements between 30 and 90 days in OHCA patients treated with ECPR or conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CCPR) using a large nationwide cohort.<br>
Methods: This retrospective multicenter study used data from a Japanese nationwide OHCA registry. Participants were categorized into ECPR and CCPR groups based on the initial resuscitation method. Neurological changes between 30 and 90 days were assessed using Cerebral Performance Category (CPC) scores. The primary outcome was neurological improvement, defined as an improvement in CPC score during this period.<br>
Results: A total of 4467 OHCA survivors at 30 days were included, 669 in the ECPR group and 3798 in the CCPR group. At 30 days, favorable neurological outcomes were observed in 318 ECPR patients (47.5 %) and 2103 CCPR patients (55.4 %). Neurological improvement between 30 and 90 days was more frequent in the ECPR group (83 [12.4 %] vs. 258 [6.7 %]). There was no significant difference in 90-day mortality between the two groups (82 [12.2 %] vs. 519 [13.6 %]). ECPR was independently associated with 30- to 90-day neurological improvement (adjusted odds ratio (OR) 2.01; 95 % confidence interval (CI), 1.38–2.93) but was not associated with 90-day mortality (adjusted OR 1.11; 95 % CI, 0.77–1.59).<br>
Conclusion: ECPR was associated with a greater likelihood of neurological improvement between 30 and 90 days. By 90 days, mortality was nearly the same in both groups.
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en-affil=Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Emergency, Critical Care, and Disaster Medicine
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en-affil=Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Emergency, Critical Care, and Disaster Medicine
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en-affil=Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Emergency, Critical Care, and Disaster Medicine
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en-affil=Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Emergency, Critical Care, and Disaster Medicine
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en-affil=Okayama University, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Epidemiology
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en-affil=Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Emergency, Critical Care, and Disaster Medicine
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kn-title=Neurological outcomes with hypothermia versus normothermia in patients with moderate initial illness severity following resuscitation from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial (R-CAST OHCA)
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kn-abstract=Introduction Temperature control is a fundamental intervention for neuroprotection following resuscitation from cardiac arrest. However, evidence regarding the efficacy of hypothermia in post-cardiac arrest syndrome (PCAS) remains unclear. Retrospective studies suggest that the clinical effectiveness of hypothermia may depend on the severity of PCAS. The R-CAST OHCA trial aims to compare the efficacy of hypothermia versus normothermia in improving 30-day neurological outcomes in patients with moderately severe PCAS following out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.<br>
Methods and analysis The multicentre, single-blind, parallel-group, superiority, randomised controlled trial (RCT) is conducted with the participation of 35 emergency and critical care centres and/or intensive care units at academic and non-academic hospitals. The study enrols moderately severe PCAS patients, defined as those with a revised post-Cardiac Arrest Syndrome for induced Therapeutic Hypothermia score of 5.5–15.5. A target number of 380 participants will be enrolled. Participants are randomised to undergo either hypothermia or normothermia within 3 hours after return of spontaneous circulation. Patients in the hypothermia group are cooled and maintained at 34°C until 28 hours post-randomisation, followed by rewarming to 37°C at a rate of 0.25°C/hour. Patients in the normothermia group are maintained at normothermia (36.5°C–37.7°C). Total periods of intervention, including the cooling, maintenance and rewarming phases, will occur 40 hours after randomisation. Other treatments for PCAS can be determined by the treating physicians. The primary outcome is a favourable neurological outcome, defined as Cerebral Performance Category 1 or 2 at 30 days after randomisation and compared using an intention-to-treat analysis.<br>
Ethics and dissemination This study has been approved by the Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Okayama University Hospital, Ethics Committee (approval number: R2201-001). Written informed consent is obtained from all participants or their authorised surrogates. Results will be disseminated via publications and presentations.<br>
Trial registration number jRCT1062220035.
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kn-title=Early-life exposures and child health outcomes: A narrative review of LSN21 research in Japan
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kn-abstract=Background: The Longitudinal Survey of Newborns in the 21st Century (LSN21) tracks two Japanese national birth cohorts—2001 (baseline n = 47,010) and 2010 (n = 38,554)—from infancy through young adulthood, capturing parenting practices and family environments. Most studies analyze single exposures or outcomes. We conducted a narrative review summarizing the findings published by the Okayama University group on diverse health and developmental outcomes.<br>
Methods: We reviewed 59 LSN21 papers (2013–2025), extracting data on exposures, outcomes, and methods. Evidence was categorized into four exposure types (infant feeding, sleep, environmental, and perinatal) and three outcome domains (obesity, allergies/respiratory tract infections, and neurobehavioral development), including cohort comparisons.<br>
Results: Exclusive breastfeeding was associated with a lower obesity risk at ages 7 (adjusted odds ratio 0.55, 95% confidence interval 0.39–0.78) and 15, later puberty, and fewer hospitalizations. Short or irregular sleep before age 3 was linked to behavioral problems and injuries. Maternal smoking and prenatal air pollution were associated with respiratory conditions and developmental challenges. Preterm birth and small-for-gestational-age predicted delays, especially without catch-up growth by age 2. Pneumococcal vaccination likely contributed to declining otitis media after 2010. Additional findings included associations between outdoor play and reduced obesity risk, and complex relationships between breastfeeding and food allergies that varied by infantile eczema status.<br>
Conclusions: LSN21 findings highlight modifiable early-life factors (breastfeeding, sleep patterns, and smoke-free environments) and identify preterm and growth-restricted children for priority monitoring. While LSN21's strength lies in longitudinal social assessments, complementary perspectives from other Japanese cohorts could enhance understanding of biological mechanisms and intergenerational effects.
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Division of Neonatology, NHO Okayama Medical Center
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=breastfeeding
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kn-title=AHA’s Life’s Essential-8 cardiovascular health metrics and progression of coronary artery calcification in Japanese men
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kn-abstract=Background and aims: The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential-8 (LE8) cardiovascular health (CVH) metrics is considered a comprehensive framework for optimal cardiovascular wellbeing. However, its relationship with the progression of subclinical atherosclerosis, like coronary artery calcification (CAC), is not clarified. We investigated the associations of LE8 CVH metrics with the prevalence and progression of CAC in Japanese men.<br>
Methods: We analyzed data from 760 asymptomatic men participating in the Shiga Epidemiological Study of Subclinical Atherosclerosis. We assessed baseline (2006–2008) LE8 CVH (low, 0–49 points; moderate, 50–79 points; high, 80–100 points) using its eight components (diet, physical activity assessed by step count, smoking, sleep, body mass index, blood lipids, blood glucose, blood pressure). We quantified CAC at baseline and follow-up of 5 years employing Agatston’s method and defined its baseline prevalence (CAC >0) and progression (employing Berry’s criteria). Modified Poisson regression analyses were used to estimate risk ratio (RR) and 95 % confidence interval (CI), adjusted for age and family history of cardiovascular disease.<br>
Results: Participants (mean [SD] age, 63.8 [9.4] years) had 63.2 % and 44.9 % prevalence of CAC at baseline and CAC progression at follow-up, respectively. Individuals with moderate and low CVH at baseline had a higher risk of prevalent CAC (RR [95 % CI], 1.42 [1.18–1.71] and 2.07 [1.67–2.57], respectively) at baseline, compared to those with high CVH. Those with moderate and low CVH at baseline had a higher risk of CAC progression (RR [95 % CI], 1.52 [1.17–1.97] and 1.99 [1.42–2.81], respectively), compared to high CVH individuals.<br>
Conclusions: A lower LE8 CVH is significantly associated with a higher risk of prevalence and progression of CAC in general Japanese men.
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Preventive Medicine, NCD Epidemiology Research Center, Shiga University of Medical Science
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine, Shiga University of Medical Science
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affil-num=10
en-affil=NCD Epidemiology Research Center, Shiga University of Medical Science
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Public Health, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Shiga University of Medical Science
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Hygiene, School of Medicine, Okayama Medical University
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Preventive Medicine, NCD Epidemiology Research Center, Shiga University of Medical Science
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kn-title=Serum extracellular vesicles containing adenoviral E1A-DNA as a predictive biomarker for liquid biopsy in oncolytic adenovirus therapy
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kn-abstract=Oncolytic adenoviruses replicate selectively in tumor cells and induce immunogenic cell death, but predictive biomarkers for early therapeutic response are lacking. This study evaluated extracellular vesicle-encapsulated adenoviral E1A-DNA (EV-E1A-DNA) as a minimally invasive biomarker for monitoring responses to telomerase-specific oncolytic adenoviruses OBP-301 and OBP-502. EVs were isolated from human and murine cancer cell lines and from the serum of treated mice using ultracentrifugation. EV-associated E1A-DNA levels were measured by quantitative polymerase chain reaction and found to correlate with cytotoxicity in vitro and tumor regression in vivo. In xenograft models, serum EV-E1A-DNA levels at 2 days post-treatment showed strong correlations with final tumor volume and survival, supporting their utility as an early predictive biomarker. In immunocompetent mice pre-immunized with wild-type adenovirus, free viral DNA was undetectable in serum due to neutralizing antibodies, whereas EV-E1A-DNA remained detectable. This “stealth effect” indicates that EVs protect viral components from immune clearance. These results demonstrate that EV-E1A-DNA is a sensitive and virus-specific biomarker that enables early assessment of therapeutic efficacy, even in the presence of antiviral immunity. This strategy offers a promising liquid biopsy approach for personalized monitoring of oncolytic virotherapy and may be applicable to other virus-based therapies.
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kn-title=Revisiting 3-azidoindoles: overcoming the trade-off challenges between stability and reactivity of in situ-generated azidoindoles
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kn-abstract=A concise protocol based on the E2 reaction of indoline hemiaminals for accessing 3-azidoindoles is reported. In contrast to previous methods that require in situ generation by hypervalent iodine reagents, our protocol allows for the isolation of a variety of 3-azidoindoles upon a mild reaction for a short reaction time at room temperature. The obtained 3-azidoindoles are reasonably reactive, bench-stable and easy to handle. These findings could be used as a starting point for various reactions, including Huisgen reaction, [3+2] cycloaddition, phosphoramidation, and cine-substitution with the release of N2.
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kn-title=3D MONITORING OF COASTAL EROSION CONTROL STRUCTURES USING UAV
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kn-abstract=Coastal erosion has increasingly become a problem in recent years due to rising sea levels caused by global warming. To prevent further coastal erosion and damage, control structures like seawalls and breakwaters have been installed along vulnerable coastlines. However, it is crucial that these structures are regularly and thoroughly inspected for any abnormalities or deformations. At present, inspections are done manually by visual surveys which are time-consuming and inefficient. There is great potential to optimize this process using drone technology equipped with 3D laser scanners. In this study, we utilized a drone with a green laser scanner to inspect and diagnose control structures along the coast. We conducted surveys to determine the basic performance of this approach and used ICP algorithms to extract any deformations in vanishing wave blocks over two time periods. Our results showed high variability in basic performance due to the influence of waves during the surveys. However, we were still able to detect strain of around 50 cm in a submerged breakwater located 3 meters below the water's surface. Furthermore, an overall settlement of approximately 34 cm was observed in the vanishing wave blocks along with some localized movements. This demonstrates that drones can be successfully implemented for efficient inspection, diagnosis and detection of abnormalities and deformations in coastal structures that are extremely difficult to identify through visual surveys alone. The use of this advanced technology will allow for quicker identification of at-risk structures, enabling timely maintenance and prevention of further coastal erosion.
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kn-title=Role of Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in the Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Era: A Multicenter Collaborative Study
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kn-abstract=Objectives: We aimed to evaluate overall survival (OS) and determine the optimal timing of cytoreductive nephrectomy (CN) in patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC) receiving immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI)-based therapy.<br>
Methods: This retrospective study reviewed medical records of 447 patients with mRCC treated with ICI at multiple Japanese institutions between January 2018 and August 2023. From this cohort, 178 patients with lymph node or distant metastases received either cytoreductive nephrectomy (CN group; n = 72) or ICI therapy without cytoreductive nephrectomy (non-CN group; n = 106) as first-line treatment.<br>
Results: Median progression-free survival was 15.7 months, and median overall survival was 58.1 months. CN significantly improved OS, with the CN group's median OS not reached, compared to 29.6 months in the non-CN group (p = 0.01). Deferred CN also showed improved survival outcomes. Poor prognostic factors for immediate CN included International Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma Database Consortium poor risk, sarcomatoid differentiation, and a high neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio.<br>
Conclusions: We developed a prognostic model to guide patient selection for CN, emphasizing the need for personalized treatment strategies.
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affil-num=6
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University
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affil-num=13
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Urology, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine
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affil-num=17
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affil-num=18
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kn-abstract=Understanding the interfacial behavior of stimuli-responsive microgels is critical for applications such as foam and emulsion stabilization, as well as for the fabrication of two-dimensional colloidal crystals using the interfaces. In this study, the pH-dependent compression behavior and array structures of micron-sized poly(N-isopropylacrylamide-co-acrylic acid) microgels at the air/water interface was investigated. By combining a Langmuir trough with fluorescence microscopy, microgel arrays under compression and acidic (pH = 3) or basic (pH = 9) conditions were directly visualized. At pH = 9, the carboxyl groups within the microgels are deprotonated, resulting in significant swelling and the formation of ordered hexagonal arrays with high crystallinity (Ψ6 > 0.84) upon compression. In contrast, at pH = 3, the carboxyl groups within the microgels are protonated, leading to a suppression of the electrostatic repulsion between neighboring microgels and a reduction in crystallinity (Ψ6 ∼ 0.70) of the microgel arrays before and after compression. Furthermore, the calculated surface-compression modulus using the compression isotherms indicated higher interfacial elasticity for charged microgels, demonstrating that electrostatic repulsion governs both array ordering and mechanical robustness. These findings provide fundamental insights into the role of charge in controlling the microgel structure and mechanics at interfaces, thus offering further guidelines for the design of stimuli-responsive materials and stabilizers for foams and emulsions.
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en-aut-name=MinatoHaruka
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kn-abstract=Early warning detection of landslide hazards often requires real-time or near real-time predictions, which can be challenging due to the presence of multiple geo-uncertainties and time-variant external environmental loadings. The propagation of these uncertainties at the system level for understanding the spatiotemporal behavior of slopes often requires time-consuming numerical calculations, significantly hindering the establishment of an early warning system. This paper presents a hybrid deep learning simulator, which fuses parallel convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and long short-term memory (LSTM) networks through attention mechanisms, termed PCLA-Net, to facilitate time-dependent probabilistic assessment of landslide hazards. PCLA-Net features two novelties. First, it is capable of simultaneously handling both temporal and spatial information. CNNs specialize in interpreting spatial data, while LSTM excels in handling time-variant data. Coupled with two attention mechanisms, the two modules are combined to probabilistically predict the spatiotemporal behavior of slopes. Second, PCLA-Net realizes end-to-end predictions. In this paper, the Liangshuijing landslide in the Three Gorges Reservoir area of China is used to illustrate PCLA-Net. It is first validated followed by a comparison with existing techniques to demonstrate its improved predictive capabilities. The proposed PCLA-Net simulator can achieve the same level of accuracy with at least 50% reduction in computation resources.
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en-aut-name=WangZe Zhou
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affil-num=3
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kn-title=A Case of Netherton Syndrome/SPINK5-Syndromic Epidermal Differentiation Disorder Evaluated by Serial Tape-Stripping: Persistent Elevation of Serine Protease Activities Despite Clinical Improvement
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en-affil=Department of Dermatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Molecular Oncology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=kallikrein-related peptidase
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en-keyword=lympho- epithelial Kazal-type-related inhibitor
kn-keyword=lympho- epithelial Kazal-type-related inhibitor
en-keyword=Netherton syndrome/SPINK5-syndromic epidermaldifferentiation disorder
kn-keyword=Netherton syndrome/SPINK5-syndromic epidermaldifferentiation disorder
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kn-title=Spatial distribution estimation by considering the cross-correlation between components with indirect data using Gaussian process regression
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kn-abstract=Generally, soil properties are measured only at limited locations. To rationally estimate the spatial distribution of soil properties, it is preferable to effectively use all available measurement data, including indirect data. We propose a Gaussian process regression with multiple random fields that considers the cross-correlation between one of the random fields of direct data and indirect data, and show the application to simulated data and actual measured data. In the application, the direct data are of CPT tip resistance (qc), which was obtained within a narrow area, and the indirect data are of shear wave velocity (Vs) obtained by surface wave exploration, which were obtained over a wide area. We estimate the spatial distribution of qc from the limited qc and wide area Vs data. The estimation accuracy of the proposed method is evaluated by cross-validation, and its effectiveness is discussed.
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=YoshidaIkumasa
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en-aut-name=NishimuraShinichi
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ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Postdoctoral Researcher, School of Integrative Science and Engineering, Tokyo City University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Professor Emeritus, Department of Urban and Civil Engineering, Tokyo City University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Civil Environmental Engineering, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Shear wave velocity
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kn-title=Maternal circulating GPIHBP1 levels and neonatal outcomes in patients with gestational diabetes mellitus: a pilot study
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kn-abstract=Introduction: The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is significantly increasing. Hyperglycaemia and dyslipidaemia have been demonstrated to contribute to endothelial dysfunction linked to foetal–placental circulation. Glycosylphosphatidylinositol-anchored high-density lipoprotein-binding protein 1 (GPIHBP1) is crucial for the lipolytic processing of TG-rich lipoproteins through the anchoring of lipoprotein lipase (LPL). In this study, circulating GPIHBP1 levels during pregnancy were evaluated, and their associations with hypertriglyceridaemia and the perinatal outcomes of GDM were evaluated.<br>
Methods: This study included 12 pregnant women with GDM and 21 pregnant women with normal glucose tolerance (NGT).<br>
Results: No significant differences in obstetrical outcomes were detected between the two groups. In participants with NGT, circulating GPIHBP1 levels were markedly lower in the 3rd trimester than in the 2nd trimester and at delivery. In women with GDM, circulating GPIHBP1 levels were unchanged during the 3rd trimester, and circulating GPIHBP1 levels throughout the 3rd trimester were negatively correlated with neonatal birth weight percentile and umbilical venous pO2 (ρ=-0.636, p=0.026; ρ=-0.657, p=0.020).<br>
Discussion: Our findings suggest a possible association between circulating GPIHBP1 levels and perinatal outcomes in patients with GDM.
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en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Okayama University Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=glycosylphosphatidylinositol-anchored high-density lipoprotein-binding protein 1 (GPIHBP1)
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kn-title=Admission prognostic nutritional index predicts prolonged hospitalization in severe odontogenic deep neck infections
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kn-abstract=Objectives Severe odontogenic deep neck infections (DNIs) can be life threatening. This study investigated the nutritional status of affected patients and evaluated the usefulness of the Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI) at admission in helping maxillofacial surgeons identify, at presentation, those likely to require extended hospitalization.<br>
Methods A total of 112 patients treated for odontogenic deep neck abscesses and necrotizing soft tissue infections at five hospitals in Japan. Patients were included. Patients were categorized by length of hospitalization duration and factors associated with prolonged hospitalization were analyzed using propensity score matching to minimize bias. Spearman’s rank correlation analysis was also performed to assess the relationship between PNI and hospitalization duration.<br>
Results Fifty patients (44.6%) required hospitalization for more than 14 days. Multivariate analysis identified PNI ≤ 41.2 (odds ratio [OR] = 2.79) and the presence of abscesses in multiple deep neck spaces (OR = 2.76) as significant predictors of prolonged hospitalization. Propensity score analysis confirmed the significant association between PNI and length of hospitalization duration (P = 0.048). In addition, Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient was r = − 0.471 (P < 0.001), indicating a moderate negative correlation.<br>
Conclusion The admission PNI may serve as a useful adjunctive indicator for predicting prolonged hospitalization in patients with severe odontogenic DNIs, as it reflects both nutritional status and systemic inflammation.
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en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Dental and Oral Medical Center, Kurume University School of Medicine
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Oncology, Division of Maxillofacial Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Anatomy, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Dental and Oral Medical Center, Kurume University School of Medicine
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Oncology, Division of Maxillofacial Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Oncology, Division of Maxillofacial Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Dental and Oral Medical Center, Kurume University School of Medicine
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Dental and Oral Medical Center, Kurume University School of Medicine
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Odontogenic deep neck infections
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kn-title=Effect of Repeated Gravity Casting on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of 6061 Aluminum Alloy
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kn-abstract=This study systematically investigates the effects of repeated gravity casting on the microstructure and mechanical properties of 6061 aluminum alloy. With an increasing number of casting cycles from one to ten, grain coarsening and a decrease in dislocation density were observed, mainly due to the significant depletion of magnesium from 1.03 to 0.01% and titanium from 0.009 to 0.005%. These microstructural changes led to a decrease in solid-solution strengthening and grain-boundary strengthening, resulting in a 30% reduction in tensile strength, while ductility increased by about three times. Moreover, work hardening decreased with increasing the casting cycle, which can be attributed not only to the microstructural changes but also to the increase in stacking fault energy (SFE) associated with compositional evolution. From the transmission electron microscopy (TEM) observations, in the 1-cycle sample, Mg2Si precipitates were finely dispersed and a high amount of Mg element in the matrix, resulting in significant dislocation accumulation, whereas the 10-cycle sample exhibited weaker dislocation tangling. These microstructural evolutions provide insight into the degradation of mechanical performance in aluminum alloys subjected to multiple casting processes.
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en-aut-name=MinodaTadashi
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Research & Development Center, Marketing & Technology Division, UACJ Corporation
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Research & Development Center, Marketing & Technology Division, UACJ Corporation
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Research & Development Center, Marketing & Technology Division, UACJ Corporation
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en-title=
kn-title=Enhanced electric power generation in PZT ceramics via stress control
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=This study aimed to enhance the electric power generation of lead zirconate titanate piezoelectric (PZT) ceramics by optimizing stress distribution. Specifically, it focused on applying high stress over a broad area of the PZT ceramic to induce shape deformation in the PZT plate. Pre-straining the PZT plate into an arch shape improved voltage generation, reaching its peak at a maximum deflection of 0.04 mm due to the expanded and intensified stress distribution. However, exceeding this deflection threshold led to a decline in voltage output due to material degradation, including crack formation and 90° domain switching. Finite element analysis confirmed that the increased stress distribution in the pre-strained PZT plate contributed to higher voltage output. Additionally, electron backscatter diffraction analysis revealed that at higher pre-strains (deflection of 0.08 mm), 90°domain switching occurred, resulting in increased internal strain and potential crack formation. Experimental investigations using bulk PZT rods further demonstrated that moderate pre-straining effectively enhanced voltage output.
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en-aut-name=OkayasuMitsuhiro
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en-aut-name=ShimazuItsuki
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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en-keyword=PZT ceramic
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en-title=
kn-title=Upgrading Recycle Technology for Iron Removal in ADC12 Alloy Using Gravity and Magnetic Force
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=As there is a technical issue to remove iron elements during aluminum recycling process, an attempt was made to evaluate the effectiveness of magnetic and gravitational separation methods for removing iron from Al-Si-Cu alloy (ADC12). A rare-earth samarium–cobalt (SmCo) magnet was employed during the solidification process to attract Fe-rich eutectic structures. The microstructural analysis revealed that block-like Fe-Cr-Si-based phases formed preferentially near the magnet and at the bottom of the crucible, suggesting that magnetic and gravity attraction contributed to the localized segregation of these phases. However, other Fe-based phases, including Fe-Si-based ones, are not strongly affected by magnet. Additionally, prolonged heating in the solid–liquid coexistence (SLC) region at 577 °C for 10 h led to the settling of a largely grown Fe-Cr-Si-rich crystal at the bottom of the crucible due to gravity. Other structures, such as Si-rich eutectic phases, were not influenced by gravity, which may be caused by the low density of Si compared to Fe one. From this approach, combining magnetic attraction and gravitational settling is a promising method to promote the removal of iron impurities from aluminum alloys.
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en-aut-name=OkayasuM.
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en-aut-name=TakeuchiS.
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en-aut-name=SyahidM.
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en-aut-name=IkedaT.
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Engineering, Hasanuddin University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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en-keyword=aluminum alloy
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en-title=
kn-title=Electric Power Generation of PZT Piezoelectric Ceramics Using Both Direct and Inverse Piezoelectric Effects
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=The power generation characteristics of lead zirconate titanate (PZT) piezoelectric ceramics (E-PZT) were experimentally investigated using a specialized PZT system which utilizes both the direct and inverse piezoelectric effects inherent to PZT materials. Specifically, electric voltage was generated from the vibration of E-PZT through the inverse piezoelectric effect, induced by mechanical energy transferred from the vibration of a PZT piezoelectric ceramic plate, such as a buzzer (B-PZT). In this system, an insulating material was placed between the B-PZT and E-PZT plates to address the electrical conductivity of the PZT ceramic. Various insulating materials with different thicknesses and different hardness were prepared. Additionally, the PZT systems were mounted in several distinct configurations to evaluate their power generation performance: a fully fixed around the PZT plate and a free-hanging setup. The influence of insulation materials and mounting conditions on electrical output was analyzed at various loading conditions, e.g., loading value and frequency. The results demonstrated that the generated electric voltage decreased with increasing insulation thickness and hardness, suggesting that thinner and softer insulating materials enhance output voltage. Conversely, when the PZT system was securely fixed around the PZT plate with an appropriate fixture, a higher and more stable electric voltage was generated. The voltage generated also varied by the loading condition, which is related to the strain value of the E-PZT plate, demonstrating a linear relationship between the strain and the output voltage. Notably, the strain was significantly influenced by resonant frequencies, which played a crucial role in achieving higher voltage outputs. Based on these experimental results, two power generation systems have been proposed.
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en-aut-name=OkayasuMitsuhiro
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en-aut-name=ShimazuItsuki
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Mechanical Systems and Engineering, Okayama University
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en-keyword=PZT ceramic
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en-title=
kn-title=Optogenetic Cancer Therapy Using the Light-Driven Outward Proton Pump Rhodopsin Archaerhodopsin-3 (AR3)
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kn-abstract=Medicines used for cancer treatment often cause serious side effects by damaging normal cells due to nonspecific diffusion. To address this issue, we previously developed an optical method to induce apoptotic cell death via intracellular pH alkalinization using the outward proton pump rhodopsin, Archaerhodopsin-3 (AR3) in various noncancer model cells in vitro and in vivo. In this study, we applied this method to cancer cells and tumors to evaluate its potential as an anticancer therapeutic strategy. First, we confirmed that AR3-expressing murine cancer cell lines (MC38, B16F10) showed apoptotic cell death upon green light irradiation, as indicated by increased levels of cell death and apoptosis-related markers. Next, we established stable AR3-expressing MC38 and B16F10 cells by using viral vectors. When these AR3-expressing cells were subcutaneously transplanted into C57BL/6 mice, the resulting tumors initially grew at a rate comparable to that of control tumors lacking AR3 expression or light stimulation. However, upon green light irradiation, AR3-expressing tumors exhibited either a marked reduction in size or significantly suppressed growth, accompanied by the induction of apoptosis signals and decreased proliferation signals. These results demonstrate that AR3-mediated cell death has potent antitumor effects both in vitro and in vivo. This optical method thus holds promise as a novel cancer therapy with potentially reduced side effects.
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en-aut-name=OhuchiHideyo
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en-aut-name=TogashiYosuke
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en-aut-name=SudoYuki
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
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kn-title=N-terminal domains and site-specific glycosylation regulate the secretion of avian melanocortin inverse agonists, agouti signaling protein (ASIP) and agouti-related protein (AGRP)
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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dt-pub=20250812
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kn-title=A Higher Liver Fibrosis-4 Index Is Associated With More Severe Hearing Loss in Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
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kn-abstract=Background<br>
Liver fibrosis is an important medical issue increasing over time in developed countries.<br>
Aims/objectives<br>
This study aimed to investigate whether liver fibrosis, as indicated by routine blood test parameters, influences the risk and severity of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (ISSNHL).<br>
Material and methods<br>
Sixty-six patients with ISSNHL and 198 patients with benign parotid gland tumors (BPTs) (controls) were enrolled. Indices for liver fibrosis (Liver Fibrosis-4 index (FIB-4 index) and aspartate aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio index (APRI)) were calculated from the blood laboratory data. The pure tone average (PTA) was calculated as the mean of hearing levels at the six frequencies at the onset of ISSNHL. Severe hearing loss was defined as PTA≥60 decibels Hearing Level (dB HL).<br>
Results<br>
In risk evaluation, the FIB-4 index did not differ significantly between ISSNHL patients and controls. Regarding the severity of ISSNHL, the FIB-4 index was significantly higher in ISSNHL patients with severe hearing loss than in those with PTA<60 dB HL (P<0.05) on univariate comparison. After adjusting for age, sex, and indices of inflammation, both the FIB-4 index and APRI showed a significant association with severe hearing loss (odds ratio (OR): 5.9, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.3-25.7, and OR: 2.2, 95% CI: 1.1-4.7).<br>
Conclusions and significance<br>
Higher liver fibrosis indices (FIB-4 index and APRI), derived from routine blood laboratory data, are associated with a more severe phenotype of ISSNHL.
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kn-title=Fluorescence detection of DNA with a single-base mismatch by a Tm-independent peptide nucleic acid (PNA) twin probe
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kn-abstract=There is a need to develop efficient methods for detecting target nucleic acids to enable the rapid diagnosis and early treatment of diseases. We previously demonstrated that a peptide nucleic acid (PNA) twin probe, consisting of two PNAs each containing a fluorescent dye, with pyrene at one end, detects target DNA sequence-specifically through pyrene excimer emission. In this study, to advance the development of this probe system, we further investigated the fluorescence properties of the PNA twin probe P1 and P2, and found that the excimer fluorescence was significantly reduced when a mismatched base in the DNA sequence was present at the site of P1 closest to the pyrene. In other words, this probe was found to detect single-base mismatches without taking into account the thermal stability of the PNA/DNA hybrid. The detection limit of this PNA twin probe for the single-base-mismatched DNA was 2.7 nM. In the future, this probe should lead to a method to detect point mutations in endogenous nucleic acids within cells.
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kn-abstract=The usefulness of spine stabilization for treating metastatic spinal tumors with tumor-induced instability has been reported. However, no reports have prospectively evaluated the effectiveness of adding posterior decompression to stabilization surgery for improving symptoms. This multicenter prospective study aimed to determine whether adding posterior decompression to spine stabilization surgery for metastatic spinal tumors affects postoperative outcomes and complications. A total of 263 patients who underwent spine stabilization with (n = 189) or without (n = 74) decompression were analyzed. Patient demographics, the Spinal Instability Neoplastic Score (SINS), and the Epidural Spinal Cord Compression (ESCC) score were recorded. The outcomes were assessed preoperatively and at 1 and 6 months postoperatively in terms of neurological status, the Barthel Index, the EQ-5D-5 L, and the visual analog scale (VAS). Decompression was primarily performed in patients with severe neurological deficits and high-grade ESCC. Both groups showed postoperative improvement. Propensity score matching was applied to adjust for baseline differences. After matching, there were no significant differences in functional improvement between the decompression and nondecompression groups, and the complication rates were comparable. In matched patients presenting primarily with spinal instability and pain, the addition of decompression did not appear to confer a significant functional benefit within 6 months postoperatively.
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Kagoshima University
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Kagoshima University
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Kagoshima University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Kagoshima University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka Metropolitan University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka Metropolitan University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hospital
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hospital
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Institute of Medicine, University of Tsukuba
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Institute of Medicine, University of Tsukuba
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kitasato University School of Medicine
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Rehabilitation Center, Jichi Medical University Hospital
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedics, Jichi Medical University
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dokkyo Medical University
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affil-num=21
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dokkyo Medical University
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affil-num=22
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui
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affil-num=23
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui
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affil-num=24
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=25
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kawasaki Medical School
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nihon University School of Medicine
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nihon University School of Medicine
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affil-num=29
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedics Surgery, Yamaguchi University Graduate school of Medicine
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affil-num=30
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedics Surgery, Yamaguchi University Graduate school of Medicine
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affil-num=31
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, International University of Health and Welfare Narita Hospital
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affil-num=32
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine
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affil-num=33
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=34
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kyoto University Hospital
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affil-num=35
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
kn-affil=

affil-num=36
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=37
en-affil=Department of Orthopedics, Tokushima University
kn-affil=

affil-num=38
en-affil=Division of Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Sensory and Motor Organs, School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University
kn-affil=

affil-num=39
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
kn-affil=

affil-num=40
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gifu University Hospital
kn-affil=

affil-num=41
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Iwate Medical University
kn-affil=

affil-num=42
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tokai University School of Medicine
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affil-num=43
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Toyama
kn-affil=

affil-num=44
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University
kn-affil=

affil-num=45
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University
kn-affil=

affil-num=46
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
kn-affil=

affil-num=47
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University
kn-affil=

affil-num=48
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine
kn-affil=

affil-num=49
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine
kn-affil=

affil-num=50
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University
kn-affil=

affil-num=51
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University
kn-affil=

affil-num=52
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine
kn-affil=

affil-num=53
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University
kn-affil=

affil-num=54
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kitasato University School of Medicine
kn-affil=

affil-num=55
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University
kn-affil=
en-keyword=Metastatic spinal tumors
kn-keyword=Metastatic spinal tumors
en-keyword=Spine stabilization
kn-keyword=Spine stabilization
en-keyword=Decompression
kn-keyword=Decompression
en-keyword=Propensity score matching
kn-keyword=Propensity score matching
en-keyword=Multicenter prospective study
kn-keyword=Multicenter prospective study
en-keyword=The epidural spinal cord compression (ESCC) score
kn-keyword=The epidural spinal cord compression (ESCC) score
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250908
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en-title=
kn-title=Incidence and Factors Influencing Locomotive Syndrome in Cancer Patients Living in the Community
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background Investigating locomotive syndrome (LS) of cancer survivors in the community will help clarify the importance of rehabilitation for cancer survivors in the community and provide a basis for exploring effective interventions. The primary purpose of this study was to conduct a comparison of LS, fatigue, psychological problems, and physical activity in cancer survivors and those without cancer in the community. The secondary purpose was to analyze factors influencing LS in cancer patients.<br>
Methods The study involved 59 cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy at home and 59 people without cancer. The cancer patients were those undergoing chemotherapy as outpatients and constituted the cancer group. The non-cancer people were living in the community and constituted the non-cancer group.<br>
Cancer and non-cancer groups were surveyed and measured for LS, fatigue, psychological problems, and physical activity. The cancer group was also surveyed for the duration of chemotherapy treatment and the presence or absence of bone metastases.<br>
Results The cancer group was significantly more likely than the non-cancer group to have LS stage 2, to have fatigue, and to have psychological problems. Fatigue and psychological problems were significantly associated with LS stage 2.<br>
Conclusions Cancer patients in the community need to be assessed regularly by healthcare providers and interventions should be made according to their condition.
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en-aut-name=AkezakiYoshiteru
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en-aut-name=NakataEiji
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en-aut-name=KikuuchiMasato
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=KatayamaYoshimi
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=SugiharaShinsuke
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aut-affil-num=5
ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Division of Physical Therapy, Kochi Professional University of Rehabilitation
kn-affil=

affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=

affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, National Hospital Organization Shikoku Cancer Center
kn-affil=

affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=

affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, National Hospital Organization Shikoku Cancer Center
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en-keyword=cancer
kn-keyword=cancer
en-keyword=chemotherapy
kn-keyword=chemotherapy
en-keyword=factor
kn-keyword=factor
en-keyword=locomotive syndrome
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en-keyword=rehabilitation
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no-vol=17
cd-vols=
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article-no=
start-page=3351
end-page=
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20251017
dt-online=
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en-subject=
kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Tertiary Lymphoid Structures Are Associated with Favorable Clinical Outcomes and Negatively Correlated with Cancer-Associated Fibroblasts in Esophageal Cancer
en-subtitle=
kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background: Esophageal cancer remains a highly aggressive malignant tumor with poor prognosis, despite advances in combination therapies and novel immunotherapies. Tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs), characterized by densely packed CD20+ B cells in a germinal-center-like structure, have recently been recognized as immune-stimulating components within the tumor microenvironment. In contrast, cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are stromal cells expressing fibroblast-activating protein (FAP) involved in immunosuppression. Methods: In this retrospective study, 124 clinical samples from patients who underwent radical surgery for esophageal cancer at our institute were analyzed. We investigated whether TLSs could serve as a prognostic factor and examined their association with tumor microenvironment factors. Results: The presence of TLSs was an independent prognostic factor for overall and progression-free survival in multivariate analyses. A high level of TLS formation correlated with better nutritional status, fewer M2 macrophages, and greater plasma cell infiltration. Additionally, little TLS formation was observed in areas with abundant CAFs, and quantitative analyses revealed a significant negative correlation between TLSs and CAFs. Conclusions: TLSs enhance antitumor immunity via macrophages and plasma cells and can be a valuable prognostic indicator in patients undergoing surgery for esophageal cancer. Targeting CAFs may prove to be a promising therapeutic strategy to enhance tumor-immunity-related TLSs.
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en-aut-name=KunitomoTomoyoshi
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en-aut-mei=Tomoyoshi
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=NomaKazuhiro
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=NishiwakiNoriyuki
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en-aut-name=NishimuraSeitaro
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en-aut-name=TakedaYasushige
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en-aut-name=MatsumotoHijiri
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en-aut-name=TakahashiTatsuya
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en-aut-name=AkaiMasaaki
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en-aut-name=MaedaNaoaki
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en-aut-name=KikuchiSatoru
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en-aut-name=TanabeShunsuke
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en-aut-name=OharaToshiaki
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=TazawaHiroshi
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=ShirakawaYasuhiro
en-aut-sei=Shirakawa
en-aut-mei=Yasuhiro
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aut-affil-num=15
ORCID=

en-aut-name=FujiwaraToshiyoshi
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en-aut-mei=Toshiyoshi
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aut-affil-num=16
ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
en-keyword=tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs)
kn-keyword=tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs)
en-keyword=cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs)
kn-keyword=cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs)
en-keyword=esophageal cancer
kn-keyword=esophageal cancer
en-keyword=tumor microenvironment
kn-keyword=tumor microenvironment
en-keyword=prognosis
kn-keyword=prognosis
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dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250912
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en-subject=
kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Radiological assessment of dissected cervical lymph nodes in level III affected by the area of supraomohyoid neck dissection
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Objectives: To compare the number of dissected cervical lymph nodes in the anatomical level III with that in supraomohyoid neck dissection (SOHND) level III affected by the anatomical relationship between the omohyoid muscle and cricoid cartilage using contrast-enhanced CT (CE-CT) images to assess the validity of the current SOHND.<br>
Methods: CE-CT images of the patients who suffered from malignant tumours in the oral and maxillofacial regions were reviewed. The number of cervical lymph nodes both in the anatomical level III (area between the centre of the inferior border of the hyoid bone [HB] and the inferior border of the cricoid cartilage [CC]) and SOHND level III (area between HB and the intersection of the omohyoid muscle and internal jugular vein [OM-IJ]) were recorded, respectively.<br>
Results: The rate of patients whose number of lymph nodes in level III was affected by the positional relationship between the OM-IJ and CC was almost equal in males and females. As for the patients with OM-IJ below the CC, the number of lymph nodes in SOHND level III increased from that of anatomical level III. Females showed significantly higher values than males (P < .05). Meanwhile, for patients with OM-IJ at or above the CC, the number of lymph nodes in SOHND level III decreased from that of anatomical level III.<br>
Conclusions: The number of dissected cervical lymph nodes differed between the SOHND dissection area and levels I, II, and III. In most cases, SOHND dissects more cervical lymph nodes, especially in female patients.
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en-aut-name=IbaragiSoichiro
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en-aut-name=OkadaShunsuke
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en-aut-name=FujikuraMamiko
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en-aut-name=YanagiYoshinobu
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en-aut-name=IwanagaJoe
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en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Clinical Anatomy Research Association in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Clinical Anatomy Research Association in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Clinical Anatomy Research Association in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Histopathological Study of Regenerative Endodontic Therapy on an Immature Mandibular Second Premolar With Pulp Necrosis: A Case Report
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kn-abstract=Regenerative endodontic therapy (revascularization) for immature permanent teeth with pulp necrosis and/or apical periodontitis is an effective treatment to promote root maturation. Previous histological studies have reported the formation of cementoid or osteoid tissue and periodontal ligament-like tissue within the root canals. This case report presents the histopathological findings of a human immature permanent tooth with pulp necrosis following revascularization.<br>
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A 11-year-old male patient presented with tenderness on biting and the formation of a sinus tract in the mandibular right second premolar (tooth #29), diagnosed as pulp necrosis with symptomatic apical periodontitis. Revascularization was performed using calcium hydroxide as an intracanal medicament, with reference to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) 2018 Position Paper on Regenerative Endodontics. At the 12-month follow-up, radiographs showed thickening of the canal walls, apical narrowing, root elongation, and recovery of pulp sensibility. The tooth was later extracted for orthodontic reasons at 42 months and processed for histological examination.<br>
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Histological evaluation revealed cementum-like hard tissue continuous with the existing dentin in the apical region, suggesting apical closure. In contrast, the coronal portion showed less mature cementum-like tissue accompanied by loose connective tissue and neovascularization. These findings indicate that revascularization with calcium hydroxide can induce the formation of cementum-like and dentin-like tissues with vascular regeneration in immature permanent teeth with pulp necrosis.
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kn-title=The effect of pressure on dihedral angle between liquid Fe‐S and orthopyroxene: Implication for percolative core formation in planetesimals and planetary embryos
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kn-abstract=During precursor stages of planet formation, many planetesimals and planetary embryos are considered to have differentiated, forming an iron-alloy core and silicate mantle. Percolation of liquid iron-alloy in solid silicates is one of the major possible differentiation processes in these small bodies. Based on the dihedral angles between Fe-S melts and olivine, a criterion for determining whether melt can percolate through a solid, it has been reported that Fe-S melt can percolate through olivine matrices below 3 GPa in an oxidized environment. However, the dihedral angle between Fe-S melts and orthopyroxene (opx), the second most abundant mineral in the mantles of small bodies, has not yet been determined. In this study, high-pressure and high-temperature experiments were conducted under the conditions of planetesimal and planetary embryo interiors, 0.5–5.0 GPa, to determine the effect of pressure on the dihedral angle between Fe-S melts and opx. Dihedral angles tend to increase with pressure, although the pressure dependence is markedly reduced above 4 GPa. The dihedral angle is below the percolation threshold of 60° at pressures below 1.0–1.5 GPa, indicating that percolative core formation is possible in opx-rich interiors of bodies where internal pressures are lower than 1.0–1.5 GPa. The oxygen content of Fe-S melt decreases with increasing pressure. High oxygen contents in Fe-S melt reduce interfacial tension between Fe-S melt and opx, resulting in reduced dihedral angles at low pressure. Combined with previous results for dihedral angle variation of the olivine/Fe-S system, percolative core formation possibly occurs throughout bodies up to a radius of 1340 km for an olivine-dominated mantle, and up to 770 km for an opx-dominated mantle, in the case of S-rich cores segregating under relatively oxidizing conditions. For mantles of small bodies in which abundant olivine and opx coexist, the mineral with the largest volume fraction and/or smallest grain size will allow formation of interconnected mineral channels, and, therefore, the wetting property of this mineral determines the wettability of the melt, that is, controls core formation.
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en-aut-name=BromileyGeoffrey David
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Earth Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Electrical Conductivity of Carbonated Hydrous Basaltic Melt: Implications for the Conductivity Anomaly Beneath the Ocean Floors
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kn-abstract=We measured the electrical conductivity of CO2 and H2O-bearing basaltic melts up to 1750 K at 2 GPa, corresponding to pressure around the lithosphere-asthenosphere boundary. The electrical conductivity of the dry and hydrous samples is comparable to those reported by previous studies on the Fe-free basaltic melt. The substantial CO2 can limit the water solubility in basaltic melt at 2 GPa. Both CO2 and H2O, which cannot completely dissolve in the melt, coexist as fluid phases, resulting in reduced electrical conductivity of the basaltic melt, which has a lower water content relative to the amount of volatile components in the bulk starting system. The activation enthalpy of basaltic melt is markedly higher than those of more evolved silicate melts, especially on the H2O-poor condition, due to the more enriched alkaline earth elements. The present results suggest that an overall melt fraction of 0.1–5.3 vol% is needed to account for the high electrical conductivity anomalies (10−1.3 to 10−0.3 S/m) beneath the oceanic plate near the East Pacific Rise and Cocos plate. However, for those regions where the electrical conductivity is extremely high (≥10−0.3 S/m), more than 6 wt% H2O is expected to incorporate to maintain a melt fraction that will not trigger mechanical instability. In turn, it requires a low CO2 budget or degree of carbonation within these regions.
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en-aut-name=ZhuJintao
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en-aut-name=YoshinoTakashi
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
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en-keyword=electrical conductivity
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kn-title=Vanishing White Matter Disease With EIF2B2 c.254T >A Variant
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kn-abstract=Objectives<br>
Typical MRI findings of vanishing white matter disease (VWM) include diffuse white matter lesions with cystic degeneration. However, mild cases may lack these typical features, posing diagnostic challenges.<br>
Methods<br>
We describe 2 of 3 individuals carrying the homozygous c.254T >A variant in EIF2B2 identified at our hospital, excluding 1 previously reported case.1 Genetic analyses were performed using whole-genome sequence or whole-exome sequence analysis, and detected variants were confirmed by direct nucleotide sequence analysis. Brain MRI findings and clinical features were reviewed for the 2 individuals along with other cases in the literature with the same variant.<br>
Results<br>
A 69-year-old woman presented with recurrent transient dizziness and secondary amenorrhea. MRI of the brain revealed small T2-hyperintense lesions confined to the subcortical white matter with hyperintensities on diffusion-weighted images and mildly elevated apparent diffusion coefficient values. A 28-year-old woman presented with transient dizziness and secondary amenorrhea. MRI of the brain showed mild T2-hyperintense lesions in the cerebral white matter with frontal predominance.<br>
Discussion<br>
This report highlights the clinically mild cases of VWM with subtle abnormalities on brain MRI who had the homozygous c.254T >A in EIF2B2, further expanding the clinical spectrum of VWM and underscoring the importance of genetic assessments in the diagnosis of individuals with mild clinical and MRI findings.
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en-aut-name=MitsutakeAkihiko
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en-aut-name=MaedaMeiko Hashimoto
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en-aut-name=ShimizuJun
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en-aut-name=IshiuraHiroyuki
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affil-num=3
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Molecular Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=14
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kn-title=INF2-Related Charcot–Marie–Tooth Disease in a Japanese Cohort: Genetic and Clinical Insights
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kn-abstract=Background: INF2 mutations cause focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease (CMT). Accurate genetic diagnosis is critical, as INF2-related FSGS is typically resistant to immunotherapy yet rarely recurs after transplantation, and its associated neuropathy can mimic treatable immune-mediated disorders such as chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP).<br>
Methods: We performed a multicenter study investigating 3329 Japanese patients with inherited peripheral neuropathies/CMT who underwent gene panel sequencing or whole-exome analysis between 2007 and 2024. Clinical data, including electrophysiological assessments, were obtained from the patients' medical records.<br>
Results: We identified six pathogenic INF2 variants in eight patients, all of which were located within the diaphanous inhibitory domain. Structural modeling revealed clustering of variants near the diaphanous autoregulatory domain-binding pocket, which is critical for INF2 autoinhibition. Clinically, all cases were sporadic, with a median age at neurological onset of 9 years. All patients exhibited lower limb weakness, and 6/8 (75%) had sensory disturbances. All patients also developed kidney dysfunction, with 7/8 (88%) progressing to end-stage renal disease at a median age of 15 years. Furthermore, all patients showed demyelinating neuropathy, and 2/8 (25%) received immunotherapy due to suspected immune-mediated neuropathy.<br>
Conclusion: Although INF2 variants are a rare cause of CMT in Japan, they should be considered in pediatric patients with demyelinating neuropathy and early-onset proteinuria, even in the absence of a family history. Blood and urine tests assessing renal dysfunction can provide guidance for appropriate genetic testing.
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en-aut-name=SuichiTomoki
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en-aut-name=IshiuraHiroyuki
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en-aut-name=MitsuiJun
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en-aut-name=TsujiShoji
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en-aut-name=TakashimaHiroshi
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Hyogo Medical University
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Clinical Genetics, Hyogo Medical University
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Clinical Genetics, Hyogo Medical University
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Pediatrics, Toyohashi Municipal Hospital
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Department of Neurology and Clinical Neuroscience, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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affil-num=21
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University
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affil-num=22
en-affil=Department of Pediatrics, Kurashiki Central Hospital
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affil-num=23
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Tokyo Women's Medical University
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affil-num=24
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Tokyo Women's Medical University
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affil-num=25
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Department of Precision Medicine Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Department of Neurology, The University of Tokyo Hospital
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Department of Neurology and Geriatrics, Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
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en-keyword=Charcot-Marie- Tooth disease
kn-keyword=Charcot-Marie- Tooth disease
en-keyword=focal segmental glomerulosclerosis
kn-keyword=focal segmental glomerulosclerosis
en-keyword=INF2
kn-keyword=INF2
en-keyword=inherited peripheral neuropathies
kn-keyword=inherited peripheral neuropathies
en-keyword=neuropathy
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en-title=
kn-title=Activation of barium titanate for photocatalytic overall water splitting via low-valence cation codoping
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Barium titanate (BaTiO3) has long been regarded as inactive for photocatalytic overall water splitting, in stark contrast to its perovskite counterparts SrTiO3 and CaTiO3. Here we report that BaTiO3 codoped with Al3+ and Sc3+ at Ti4+ sites under flux synthesis conditions is activated as a robust photocatalyst for overall water splitting. This material achieves apparent quantum yields of 29.8% at 310 nm and 27.5% at 365 nm, representing the first demonstration of efficient overall water splitting on BaTiO3. Comparative analyses show that BaTiO3 doped only with Al3+ suffers from severe band-edge disorder, whereas BaTiO3 codoped with Al3+ and Mg2+ exhibits clear activation with moderate efficiency. In contrast, BaTiO3 codoped with Al3+ and Sc3+ achieves the critical defect and structural control required to push the material across the threshold from inactive to highly active. These findings overturn the long-standing perception of BaTiO3 as unsuitable for water splitting and establish a general design principle for activating previously inactive perovskite oxides, thereby expanding the materials palette for solar-to-hydrogen energy conversion.
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en-aut-name=IkedaShigeru
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en-aut-mei=Shigeru
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kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=TakagiKaori
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aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=

en-aut-name=TomizawaRyota
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aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=

en-aut-name=NaganoTomoya
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en-aut-mei=Tomoya
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aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=

en-aut-name=HayashiKoji
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en-aut-mei=Koji
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aut-affil-num=5
ORCID=

en-aut-name=YamakataAkira
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en-aut-mei=Akira
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aut-affil-num=6
ORCID=

en-aut-name=NoseYoshitaro
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en-aut-mei=Yoshitaro
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aut-affil-num=7
ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Faculty of Science and Engineering, Konan University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Faculty of Science and Engineering, Konan University
kn-affil=

affil-num=3
en-affil=Carbon Neutral Energy Development Division, Toyota Motor Corporation
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Carbon Neutral Energy Development Division, Toyota Motor Corporation
kn-affil=

affil-num=5
en-affil=Carbon Neutral Energy Development Division, Toyota Motor Corporation
kn-affil=

affil-num=6
en-affil=Research Institute for Interdisciplinary Science, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Kyoto University
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no-vol=145
cd-vols=
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start-page=457
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250930
dt-online=
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Component placement angles in total knee arthroplasty affect mid- to long-term clinical results: an average 8-year follow-up study
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Introduction Few studies have examined how the component placement angles in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) affect mid- to long-term clinical outcomes. This study investigated the influence of coronal and sagittal plane component placement angles on mid- to long-term outcomes in mechanical alignment TKA.<br>
Materials and Methods Forty-eight knees undergoing TKA using the FINE Total Knee System were evaluated for range of motion (ROM) preoperatively. Both ROM and clinical scores were evaluated at 3 and 5 years postoperatively and at the final follow-up (average 8-year). The valgus (alpha) and flexion (gamma) angles of the femoral component, and the varus (beta) and posterior tilt (sigma) angles of the tibial component were evaluated. Correlations between radiographic assessments, knee ROM, and clinical scores were assessed using Spearman's correlation coefficient.<br>
Results The alpha angle was negatively correlated with the knee flexion angle (r = − 0.323, p = 0.025) and ROM (r = − 0.352, p = 0.014), and the sigma angle was negatively correlated with the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS)-Symptoms at 3 years postoperatively (r = − 0.304, p = 0.036). The alpha angle was negatively correlated with the knee flexion angle (r = − 0.357, p = 0.013), ROM (r = − 0.337, p = 0.019), and KOOS-Sports and Recreation function (r = − 0.349, p = 0.015), and positively correlated with the Visual Analog Scare pain score (r = 0.307, p = 0.034) at the final follow-up. The beta angle was positively correlated with KOOS-Pain (r = 0.303, p = 0.036) and KOOS-Symptoms (r = 0.397, p = 0.005) at the final follow-up.<br>
Conclusions Valgus placement of the femoral component and varus placement of the tibial component in the FINE Total Knee System negatively impacted clinical scores at an average 8-year follow-up.
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en-aut-name=KawadaKoki
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=YokoyamaYusuke
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en-aut-name=TetsunagaTomonori
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=YamadaKazuki
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aut-affil-num=4
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en-aut-name=OkazakiYuki
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=KoharaToshiki
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=OzakiToshifumi
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aut-affil-num=7
ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Total knee arthroplasty
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dt-pub=20250904
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en-title=
kn-title=Terahertz Field Control of Electronic-Ferroelectric Anisotropy at Room Temperature in LuFe2⁢O4
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Electronic ferroelectrics, with polarization 𝑷 induced by strongly correlated charges, are expected to show ultrafast, huge, and flexible responses required in future optoelectronics. Although the challenges for ultrafast manipulation of such a polarization are ongoing, the expected advantages have been unclear. In this Letter, we demonstrate an unprecedentedly large increase by a factor of 2.7 in optical second harmonic generation at room temperature in the prototypical electronic ferroelectrics, the rare-earth ferrite LuFe2⁢O4, by applying a terahertz field of 260  kV/cm. The transient anisotropy indicates that the direction of macroscopic polarization can be controlled three dimensionally on subpicosecond timescales, offering additional degrees of freedom in controlling polarization. Although the polarization response is in phase concerning the terahertz field, its sensitivity increased with delay, indicating that cooperative interactions among microscopic domains play an important role in the unprecedented response.
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en-aut-name=MinakamiRyusei
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en-aut-name=YuHongwu
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en-aut-name=TsuruokaRyohei
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en-aut-name=KawakamiYohei
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en-aut-name=KoshiharaShin-ya
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en-aut-name=OkimotoYoichi
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Tohoku University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Tohoku University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Tohoku University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Tohoku University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Okayama University
kn-affil=

affil-num=9
en-affil=Okayama University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=11
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kn-title=Artificial Selections for Life-History Traits Affect Effective Cumulative Temperature and Developmental Zero Point in Zeugoducus cucurbitae
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kn-abstract=Effective cumulative temperature and developmental zero point are important indicators for estimating the timing of organism development and the area of distribution. These indicators are generally considered to have unique values for different species of organisms and are also important for predicting the distribution range of animals and plants, especially insect pests. These values generally are species-specific, but there is variation within populations in traits having a genetic component. However, there are no studies on what kind of selection pressure affects these indicator values. To address this issue, it would be worthwhile to compare these values using individuals of strains that have been artificially selected for life-history traits by rearing them at various temperatures and calculating these indicators from developmental days and temperatures. In the present study, eggs were taken from adults of strains with many generations of artificial selection on two life-history traits (age at reproduction and developmental period) of the melon fly, Zeugodacus cucurbitae, under constant temperature conditions. Eggs were reared at five different temperatures, and the effective cumulative temperatures and developmental zero points of the larval and developmental periods were compared. The results demonstrate that artificial selection on life-history traits in Z. cucurbitae induces evolutionary changes in both the effective cumulative temperature and the developmental zero point across successive generations.
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en-aut-name=MiyatakeTakahisa
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en-aut-mei=Takahisa
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=MatsumuraKentarou
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aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Environment, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of General Systems Studies, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the University of Tokyo
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en-keyword=age at reproduction
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en-keyword=development time
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kn-keyword=developmental period
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en-keyword=melon fly
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en-keyword=Tephritidae
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en-keyword=thermal biology
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en-keyword=trade-offs
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Primary Lacrimal Sac Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma Treated With Local Radiotherapy Alone: A Case With No Relapse After 21 Years of Follow-Up
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Primary lacrimal sac lymphoma is rare and diagnosed as diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in a predominant histopathological type. Systemic chemotherapy would be the standard of care, but local radiotherapy may be a treatment option toward a localized lesion. The present patient is a 54-year-old otherwise healthy woman with a right lacrimal sac mass, which was proven by excisional biopsy to be diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Since she did not have any other systemic lesions on gallium scintigraphy and neck-to-abdominal computed tomography scans, which were the standard procedure at that time, she underwent local radiotherapy at 40 Gy. Two years later, at the age of 56 years, she developed radiation retinopathy with macular edema in the right eye and had spotty laser photocoagulation in the nasal half of the fundus. At the age of 57 years, she developed radiation cataract and underwent cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation in the right eye. At the age of 58 years, the macular edema in the right eye became worse and remained active, resulting in poor visual acuity of 0.1. She thus underwent 25-gauge vitrectomy in the right eye to peel off the adhering posterior vitreous surface, together with the internal limiting membrane, as the standard procedure at that time. The visual acuity in the right eye was elevated to 0.6. She maintained the visual acuity afterward and had no relapse of lymphoma in 21 years from the diagnosis of primary right lacrimal sac diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Local radiotherapy would still be a treatment option for localized lymphoma lesions such as primary lacrimal sac lymphoma.
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en-aut-name=MatsuoToshihiko
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=TanakaTakehiro
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aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=

en-aut-name=TakemotoMitsuhiro
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ORCID=

affil-num=1
en-affil=Healthcare Science, Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Pathology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
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en-keyword=diffuse large b-cell lymphoma
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kn-title=Magnetically Enhanced Thermoelectric Effect Driven by Martensitic Transformation in the Weak Itinerant Ferromagnet Co2NbSn
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kn-abstract=We investigated the magnetic and thermoelectric properties of the full Heusler alloy Co2NbSn, which exhibits a martensitic transformation at 240 K. Magnetization measurements reveal weak itinerant ferromagnetism in the martensitic phase, which is well described by Takahashi’s spin fluctuation theory. The characteristic spin fluctuation parameters were estimated to be T0 = 1.0 × 103 K and TA = 7.2 × 103 K. Seebeck coefficient measurements under magnetic fields up to 9 T show complex temperature and field dependence, which we decomposed into electron diffusion, spin fluctuation drag, and magnon drag components. A significant magnon-drag contribution was identified in both austenite and martensitic phases. Remarkably, this contribution is strongly enhanced in the martensitic phase compared to the austenite phase, despite a smaller magnetic moment. These findings provide evidence for robust low-energy spin excitations and highlight the potential of martensitic transformation in enhancing the thermoelectric performance of itinerant ferromagnetic alloys.
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kn-abstract=With the proliferation of affordable and high-performance virtual reality (VR) devices, VR content such as games and the metaverse is becoming increasingly widespread. In VR environments, users experience various sensory stimuli, primarily through visual and auditory cues. However, subjective perception of these stimuli varies based on user context. Existing studies have shown that auditory perception can be influenced by visual stimuli, however, most of them have focused on congruent audiovisual stimuli, leaving the effects of non-congruent pairings unexplored. This study investigates how visual stimuli, specifically color and crowdedness, influence perceived sound volume in VR. In the experiment that participants experienced VR environments with different room colors while listening to test tones, the results showed that warm colors led to higher perceived volume at low sound levels. Also, in the experiment that participants viewed VR scenes with varying crowd densities while hearing announcements, less crowded environments resulted in higher perceived sound volume. These findings suggest that visual context impacts auditory perception, providing insights for optimizing hearable devices and enhancing VR auditory experiences.
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en-aut-name=WatanabeHiroki
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kn-abstract=When polycrystalline heat-resistant steels are subjected to static or cyclic loading at high temperatures, they can exhibit various fracture modes and processes. This paper begins by outlining representative methods for life assessment under creep-dominated conditions. It then discusses the fracture processes and the underlying mechanisms. Under creep-dominated conditions, the initiation and growth of cavities serve as the primary form of material damage, making their quantitative assessment essential. Several parameters have been proposed to evaluate cavity distributions quantitatively. However, the relationship between these parameters and the actual cavity distribution in materials, as well as their physical significance, has remained unclear. In this study, a simple cavity distribution model was employed to clarify these issues. The results suggest that the area fraction of cavities is an appropriate damage evaluation parameter for transgranular fracture, while the fraction of cavities on grain boundary line is suitable for intergranular fracture.
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kn-title=Impact of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy with Gemcitabine Plus S-1 in Patients with Resectable Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Although neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) is not universally recommended for resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), NAC with gemcitabine plus S-1 (NAC-GS) has become a commonly used regimen for resectable PDAC in Japan. Furthermore, the impact of achieving textbook outcomes (TO) in patients receiving NAC-GS remains unclear. Methods: This retrospective study included 265 patients who were diagnosed with resectable PDAC at our institution between January 2009 and December 2023. Patients were categorized into two groups: the NAC-GS group (n = 81; 2019–2023) and the upfront surgery (UFS) group (n = 164; 2009–2018). After comparing the clinical outcomes between groups, multivariate analyses for survival were performed. Additionally, outcomes stratified by the achievement of the modified TO were analyzed in the NAC-GS group. Results: The completion rate of NAC-GS was 90.1%. Patients in the NAC-GS group exhibited significantly longer survival than those in the UFS group (2-year recurrence-free survival: 61.4% vs. 37.9%, p < 0.01; 2-year overall survival: 83.2% vs. 61.2%, p < 0.01). Multivariate analyses identified lymph node metastasis, NAC-GS induction, and completion of adjuvant chemotherapy as factors significantly associated with improved survival. Moreover, among patients who received NAC-GS, those who achieved modified TO demonstrated significantly longer survival than those who did not. Conclusions: This study demonstrated the clinical efficacy of NAC-GS in patients with resectable PDAC. Induction of NAC-GS was significantly associated with improved long-term outcomes. In multidisciplinary treatment strategies for PDAC, achieving a modified TO may lead to improved survival of patients undergoing NAC-GS.
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kn-title=Biochar-amended Sediment Microbial Fuel Cells for Water Quality Improvement in Intensive and Extensive Pond Drainages in Central Vietnam
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kn-abstract=The use of nutrient-rich feed in shrimp farming in Central Vietnam has led to high nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) contents in the pond sediment. The objectives of the study were to assess the effectiveness of biochar-sediment microbial fuel cells (BC-SMFCs) in suppressing P and N release from two types of sediment in intensive (Int) and extensive (Ext) pond drainages in Central Vietnam. Single chamber SMFCs were set up and operated under open or closed-circuit (no SMFC or SMFC) conditions. Coconut shell biochar (BC) was amended to sediments at 1%. For Int-sediment, total phosphorus (TP) release was reduced by no BC-SMFCs through co-precipitation with Fe. On the other hand, BC-SMFCs did not suppress TP release because P was released from BC and organic matter decomposition was enhanced in the sediment. Application of BC enhanced organic N mineralization in the sediment. Nitrification and denitrification occurred in the overlying water, reducing mineral N concentrations. For Ext-sediment, BC addition and SMFC conditions did not affect TP and total nitrogen (TN) release because of low initial organic matter content, and less reductive condition. Our study suggested that the effect of SMFCs was masked by BC which released more P from Int-sediment to the water.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Evaluating the effects of electrolytes on the interaction forces between alumina surfaces in polyacrylic acid solutions using atomic force microscopy
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kn-abstract=Evaluation and control of ceramic slurry at the microscopic level are critical to ensure consistent quality in manufactured ceramics. Notably, metal ions such as Mg2+ and Al3+ are common in ceramic slurries and significantly influence the stability of particle. This study applied atomic force microscopy to investigate the interaction forces between alumina particle surfaces in the presence of different concentrations of three metal ions and polyacrylic acid (PAA), a widely used dispersant.<br>
The attractive forces observed at low PAA concentrations were attributed to polymer bridging between alumina surfaces, whereas the repulsive forces observed at high PAA concentrations were attributed to the domination of steric repulsion between adsorbed PAA molecules. The presence of multivalent metal ions, such as Mg2+ and Al3+, modulated these interactions; an increasing ion valence induced a transition from repulsive to attractive force, primarily owing to electrostatic screening, which caused conformational collapse of the PAA chains and diminished the range of steric repulsion. Similarly, increasing the concentration of these metal ions decreased the range of repulsive forces, eventually resulting in a net attraction driven by the same electrostatic and polymer conformation mechanisms. Notably, the addition of 0.1 M AlCl3 produced an anomalous long-range attraction between surfaces that could not be explained by conventional mechanisms, such as polymer bridging or electrostatic interactions between charge domains.
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kn-title=Highly efficient transgenesis mediated by Tip100 transposon system in medaka
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kn-abstract=Transgenesis mediated by transposon is an effective approach for introducing exogenous DNA into the nuclear genome and establishing stable transgenic strains that efficiently express genetic tools. Although the DNA transposon Tol2 is widely used for transgenesis in zebrafish, its endogenous transpositional activity can lead to unintended transgene mobilization, making it unsuitable for transgenesis in medaka (Oryzias latipes). Here, we demonstrated that the DNA transposon Tip100, originally identified in the common morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea), an ornamental plant, can serve as a useful tool for transgenesis in Japanese medaka. The GFP transgene cassette, when co-injected with Tip100 transposase mRNA, was expressed in significantly higher number of somatic cells in the injected fish. Furthermore, a transgene flanked by truncated recognition sequences (100 bp each) exhibited expression levels comparable to those of the original vector containing the full 2.2 kb recognition sequence. Injection of a transgene driven by a germline-specific promoter revealed that fish injected with Tip100 mRNA exhibited a significantly higher germline transmission rate (42/68; 62.7%) compared to those injected without the mRNA (13/62; 21.0%). We successfully established transgenic strains by outcrossing injected founders with GFP-positive germ cells (7/7; 100%) and demonstrated that the transgenes were randomly integrated into the medaka genome, generating 8-bp duplications at the insertional sites–an insertional signature of the hAT superfamily of transposons. Our findings indicate that the Tip100 system is a promising tool for generating stable transgenic strains that express various genetic tools in medaka and potentially other fish species.
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kn-title=The safety and efficacy of finasteride for transgender men with androgenetic alopecia: a case series
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kn-abstract=Background Testosterone replacement therapy is commonly used in transgender men for masculinization. One of the most common adverse effects of testosterone replacement therapy is androgenetic alopecia. In Japan, finasteride is approved exclusively for cisgender men and is not indicated for transgender men. The aim of this clinical trial was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of finasteride in transgender men with androgenetic alopecia.<br>
Case presentation This study included three transgender men (assigned female at birth, identifying as male), aged 44, 43, and 29 years. All participants were of Asian ethnicity. A clinical trial was conducted from October 2021 to December 2023. Transgender men aged 20–60 years who had not undergone hysterectomy, were undergoing testosterone replacement therapy, and who had been diagnosed with stage ≥ II androgenetic alopecia on the basis of the Norwood–Hamilton scale were recruited. The participants initiated treatment with 0.2 mg of finasteride per day for 3 months (phase 1). If no adverse events above grade 2 occurred, the dose was increased to 1.0 mg per day for an additional 3 months (phase 2). The primary endpoints were the incidence of treatment-related adverse events at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months, as well as the rate of participants continuing treatment at 3 months. None of the patients experienced serious adverse events at 3 months, and all the patients extended their treatment to a total of 6 months. Improvements of at least one stage on the N–H scale were observed, but two participants experienced resumption of menstruation.<br>
Conclusion Finasteride appears to be a safe and effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia in transgender men undergoing testosterone replacement therapy. However, its potential for reducing some of the effects of testosterone replacement therapy warrants further investigation. Trial registration: jRCT, jRCTs061210040, registered 7 October 2021, https://jrct.mhlw.go.jp/latest-detail/jRCTs061210040.
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Urology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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kn-title=Epstein-Barr Virus-Associated Early Gastric Carcinoma with Lymphoid Stroma Mimicking a Submucosal Tumor: A Typical Case Diagnosed by Endoscopic Resection and Treated by Local Resection with Sentinel Node Navigation
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kn-abstract=Gastric cancer with lymphoid stroma (GCLS) accounts for 1%-7% of gastric cancers; ~80% are Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive. The rate of lymph node metastasis is relatively low, even when an early GCLS has invaded the submucosa. We report an early GCLS with massive submucosal invasion mimicking a submucosal tumor (SMT), diagnosed by endoscopic submucosal resection (ESD) and treated with local resection and sentinel node navigation surgery (SNNS). The patient was a 40-year-old Japanese man. A protruding lesion on the greater curvature of the middle part of his stomach was detected by X-ray, and an endoscopic examination revealed a 2.5-cm protruding tumor covered with a normal mucosa and small ulcers at the apex. ESD was performed for a diagnosis. The pathological diagnosis was lymphoepithelioma-like gastric cancer (GCLS), pT1b(SM2), Ly0, V0, pHM1, pVM1. EBV infection in the cancer cells was confirmed pathologically by EBV-encoded RNA. The local resection was performed using SNNS. The patient has had no recurrence or post-gastrectomy syndrome 4 years postsurgery. EBV-associated early GCLS resembling an SMT is relatively rare, and clinicians need to be aware of this disease. Local resection using SNNS may be a surgical option for GCLS cases with a low rate of lymphatic metastasis.
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en-title=
kn-title=The Utility of a Preoperative 3D Imaging Analysis System for Trigonal Meningioma
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kn-abstract=Trigonal meningiomas are rare and pose surgical challenges due to their deep location and proximity to critical neuroanatomical structures. We present the case of a 67-year-old woman with a growing trigonal meningioma successfully resected with guidance by a preoperative 3D imaging analysis system. Integration of CT and MRI including diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) enabled precise mapping of the optic radiation, guiding a middle temporal gyrus approach. Preoperative embolization reduced tumor vascularity, facilitating gross total resection with minimal blood loss. This case highlights the effectiveness of preoperative 3D imaging systems in optimizing surgical planning and improving outcomes in complex neurosurgical cases.
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affil-num=8
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kn-title=Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Patterns Identified by Unsupervised Machine Learning and Their Associations with Subclinical Cerebral and Renal Damage in a Japanese Community: The Masuda Study
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kn-abstract=We applied unsupervised machine learning to analyze blood pressure (BP) and resting heart rate (HR) patterns measured during a 1-year period to assess their cross-sectional relationships with subclinical cerebral and renal target damage. Dimension reduction via uniform manifold approximation and projection, followed by K-means++ clustering, was used to categorize 362 community-dwelling participants (mean age, 56.2 years; 54.9% women) into three groups: Low BP and Low HR (Lo-BP/Lo-HR), High BP and High HR (Hi-BP/Hi-HR), and Low BP and High HR (Lo-BP/Hi-HR). Cerebral vessel lesions were defined as the presence of at least one of the following magnetic resonance imaging findings: lacunar infarcts, white matter hyperintensities, cerebral microbleeds, or intracranial artery stenosis. A high urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR) was defined as the top 10% (≥ 12 mg/g) of the mean value from ≥2 measurements. Poisson regression with robust error variance, adjusted for demographics, lifestyle, and medical history, showed that the Hi-BP/Hi-HR group had relative risks of 3.62 (95% confidence interval, 1.75-7.46) for cerebral vessel lesions and 3.58 (1.33-9.67) for high UACR, and the Lo-BP/Hi-HR group had a relative risk of 3.09 (1.12-8.57) for high UACR, compared with the Lo-BP/Lo-HR group. These findings demonstrate the utility of an unsupervised, data-driven approach for identifying physiological patterns associated with subclinical target organ damage.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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kn-title=Advantages of Single-Position Surgery over Posterior Fusion for Single-Level Degenerative Lumbar Diseases
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kn-abstract=Single-position surgery with lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) and percutaneous pedicle screws (PPSs) is gaining attention for its reduced invasiveness. We developed SPAPS, a technique allowing two surgeons to perform anterior LLIF and posterior PPS insertion simultaneously in a single lateral decubitus position. This retrospective study compared SPAPS (SPAPS-LLIF, Group SL) and minimally invasive posterior/transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS-PLIF/TLIF, Group PT) in patients treated between 2016 and 2019 with a two-year follow-up. Operative time, estimated blood loss (EBL), length of hospital stay (LOS), JOABPEQ and VAS scores, segmental lordotic angle, lumbar lordotic angle, segmental Cobb’s angle, PPS misplacement, PPS loosening, fusion status, and muscle cross-sectional areas were compared. Fifty-two patients were analyzed (Group SL: 25; Group PT: 27). SPAPS significantly reduced operative time (118.0 vs. 165.3 min, p <0.01) and estimated blood loss (8.6 vs. 164.1 mL, p<0.01). While clinical outcomes and hospital stay were comparable, Group SL had significantly lower PPS loosening (0% vs. 13%, p<0.01) and non-union rates (0% vs. 22.2%, p=0.02). Multifidus muscle atrophy was also less in Group SL (−14.3 vs. −121.5 mm2, p<0.01). SPAPS demonstrated advantages in reducing surgical invasiveness without compromising clinical efficacy, offering a promising alternative to conventional posterior fusion surgery.
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en-aut-name=OtsukaKazutoshi
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kn-title=Evaluation of Scleral Adjustment Method: A Novel Adjustable Suture Technique in Strabismus Surgery
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kn-abstract=To determine whether passing a pole suture through the sclera at two points provides fixation comparable to that of a sliding noose, we measured the tensile strength of the suture‒sclera interface during simulated traction. In this in vitro study, three suture patterns were evaluated in porcine eyeballs, using 6-0 polyglycolic acid sutures. Patterns A (control), B (second suture pass perpendicular), and C (second suture pass in the same direction) were compared. The tensile strength of each pattern was measured 20 times using a KANON TK300CN, and the results were analyzed using the Kruskal‒Wallis test. Pattern A showed a tensile strength of 2±4 gram-force (gf) (range: 0-12). Pattern B showed 112±38 gf (range: 61-184). Pattern C showed 139±31 gf (range: 97-204). Patterns B and C had significantly higher tensile strengths than Pattern A (p<0.001). Although Pattern C was not significantly different from Pattern B (p=0.363), it exhibited the highest tensile strength. Lifting the suture between the first and second suture passes allows for an adjustable suture length, suggesting that adjustability can be achieved using only the sclera. This scleral adjustment method with a second suture pass offers a durable means of securing extraocular muscles and may represent a valuable addition to adjustable suturing techniques.
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kn-title=Current Status of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation as a Treatment Strategy for Primary Graft Dysfunction after Lung Transplantation
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kn-abstract=Primary graft dysfunction (PGD) is one of the major risk factors affecting patients’ short- and long-term survival after lung transplantation. No particular management strategy has been established for PGD; supportive care is the mainstay of PGD treatment. When a supportive strategy fails, the patient may require the introduction of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as the last-resort measure for severe PGD. A variety of study of ECMO as a PGD treatment was reported and the management of PGD patients developed so far. Early recognition of a patient’s need for ECMO and its prompt initiation are critical to improved outcomes. The use of venovenous-ECMO became the preferred procedure for PGD rather than venoarterial-ECMO. However, the current ECMO strategy has limitations, and using ECMO to manage patients with PGD is not sufficiently effective. Further studies are required to develop this promising technology.
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en-aut-name=MiyoshiKentaroh
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en-aut-name=ToyookaShinichi
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en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=A Review of the Endoscopic Treatment for Bile Leak Following Cholecystectomy and Hepatic Surgery
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kn-abstract=Bile leak occurs in 2-25% of liver transplant, 3-27% of hepatic resection, and 0.1-4% of cholecystectomy cases. The clinical course of bile leak varies depending on the type of surgery that caused the fistula, as well as the type, severity, and timing of bile duct injury. Although infections resulting from bile leak can be life-threatening, the introduction of endoscopic treatment has enabled some patients to avoid reoperation and has reduced the negative impact on quality of life associated with external fistulas for percutaneous drainage. Endoscopic interventions, such as sphincterotomy and stent placement, reduce the pressure gradient between the bile duct and duodenum, facilitating bile drainage through the papilla and promoting the closure of the leak. We reviewed the literature from 2004 to 2024 regarding bile leak following cholecystectomy and liver surgery, examining recommended techniques, timing, and treatment outcomes. In cases of bile leak following cholecystectomy, clinical success was achieved in 72-96% of cases, while success rates for bile leak following liver surgery ranged from 50% to 100%. Although endoscopic treatment is effective, it is not universally applicable, and its limitations must be carefully considered.
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Risk Factors for Perioperative Urinary Tract Infection After Living Donor Kidney Transplantation Characterized by High Prevalence of Desensitization Therapy: A Single-Center Analysis
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Limited research exists on risk factors for urinary tract infections (UTIs) in kidney transplant recipients, particularly in high-risk groups such as ABO-incompatible or donor-specific antibody (DSA)-positive cases. Early UTIs, especially within the first month post-transplant, impact on acute rejection and long-term graft outcomes, highlighting the need for risk factor identification and management. Methods: Among 157 living donor kidney transplant cases performed at our institution between 2009 and 2024, 128 patients were included after excluding cases with >72 h of perioperative prophylactic antibiotics or urological complications. UTI was defined as the presence of pyuria and a positive urine culture, accompanied by clinical symptoms requiring antibiotic treatment, occurring within one month post-transplantation. Results: The median onset of UTI was postoperative day 8 (interquartile range, IQR: 6.8–9.3). No subsequent acute rejection episodes were observed. The median serum creatinine at 1 month postoperatively was 1.3 mg/dL (IQR: 1.1–1.7), and this was not significantly different from those who did not develop UTI. In univariate analysis, low or high BMI (<20 or >25), longer dialysis duration (>2.5 years), desensitization therapy (plasmapheresis + rituximab), elevated preoperative neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) (≥3), and longer warm ischemic time (WIT) (≥7.8 min) were significantly associated with an increased infection risk of UTI (p = 0.010, 0.036, 0.028, 0.015, and 0.038, respectively). Multivariate analyses revealed that abnormal BMI, longer dialysis duration, desensitization therapy, and longer WIT were independent risk factors for UTI (p = 0.012, 0.031, 0.008, and 0.033, respectively). The incidence of UTI increased with the number of risk factors: 0% (0/16) for zero, 10% (5/48) for one, 31% (16/51) for two, 45% (5/11) for three, and 100% (2/2) for four risk factors. Conclusions: Desensitization therapy, BMI, dialysis duration, and WIT were identified as independent risk factors for perioperative UTI. In patients with risk factors, additional preventive strategies should be considered, with extended antibiotic prophylaxis being one potential option.
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en-aut-name=SekitoTakanori
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en-aut-name=TsuboiIchiro
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en-aut-name=TokunagaMoto
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en-aut-name=KawadaTatsushi
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en-aut-name=SadahiraTakuya
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en-aut-name=TominagaYusuke
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en-aut-name=IwataTakehiro
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en-aut-name=KatayamaSatoshi
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en-aut-name=WadaKoichiro
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en-aut-name=KobayashiYasuyuki
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, NHO Okayama Medical Center
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Urology, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Department of Urology, Hiroshima City Hiroshima Citizens Hospital
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=perioperative
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en-keyword=desensitization
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en-keyword=rituximab
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en-keyword=body mass index
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en-keyword=dialysis duration
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cd-vols=
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kn-title=Real-world clinical usage and efficacy of apalutamide in men with nonmetastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: a multi-institutional study in the CsJUC
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kn-abstract=Objective: To evaluate the real-world clinical usage and effectiveness of apalutamide in men with nonmetastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC).<br>
Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the data of 186 men who received apalutamide across 17 institutions. The primary outcomes were the clinical usage of apalutamide for nmCRPC: prior usage of other androgen receptor signaling inhibitors (ARSIs), prior radical treatment, and the distribution of the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) doubling time (PSA-DT) at the initial administration of apalutamide. The secondary outcomes were the efficacy of apalutamide: PSA response (50% or 90% decline), progression-free survival, and skin-adverse events (AEs).<br>
Results: We identified 75 patients with nmCRPC. A total of 31 (41.3%) patients received prior treatment with other ARSIs. A total of 42 men (56%) did not receive any prior radical treatment. The PSA-DT was <3.0, 3.0–5.9, 6.0–10, and > 10 months in 34.7%, 40%, 14.7%, and 10.6% of the patients, respectively. Patients receiving prior treatment with other ARSIs showed a significantly lower PSA response (PSA 50% decline, 88.4% vs. 18.8%; PSA 90% decline, 60.5% vs. 6.2%, P < .001, respectively) and significantly shorter progression-free survival (median: 37 months vs. 4 months; log-rank P < .001) than those without prior ARSI treatment, although cancer status did not differ between the groups. Skin-AEs were observed in 42.7%.<br>
Conclusions: This real-world study revealed that apalutamide was used for the treatment after other ARSIs in >40% of patients with nmCRPC and showed limited efficacy in this context, although the effectiveness of apalutamide without prior other ARSI treatment was comparable with that reported in clinical trial results.
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kn-abstract=Mastering client-side Web programming is essential for the development of responsive and interactive Web applications. To support novice students’ self-study, in this paper, we propose a novel exercise format called the phrase fill-in-blank problem (PFP) in the Web Programming Learning Assistant System (WPLAS). A PFP instance presents a source code with blanked phrases (a set of elements) and corresponding Web page screenshots. Then, it requests the user to fill in the blanks, and the answers are automatically evaluated through string matching with predefined correct answers. By increasing blanks, PFP can come close to writing a code from scratch. To facilitate scalable and context-aware question creation, we implemented the PFP instance generation algorithm in Python using regular expressions. This approach targets meaningful code segments in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript that reflect the interactive behavior of front-end development. For evaluations, we generated 10 PFP instances for basic Web programming topics and 5 instances for video games and assigned them to students at Okayama University, Japan, and the State Polytechnic of Malang, Indonesia. Their solution results show that most students could solve them correctly, indicating the effectiveness and accessibility of the generated instances. In addition, we investigated the ability of generative AI, specifically ChatGPT, to solve the PFP instances. The results show 86.7% accuracy for basic-topic PFP instances. Although it still cannot fully find answers, we must monitor progress carefully. In future work, we will enhance PFP in WPLAS to handle non-unique answers by improving answer validation for flexible recognition of equivalent responses.
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kn-title=Implicit effect of visual long-term memory for nonverbal objects on recognition judgment
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kn-abstract=This study uses an indirect recognition procedure to examine whether prior exposure to nonverbal visual objects affects recognition judgments in later, unrelated recognition tests. We also examined the effect of matching operations between study and test on recognition judgments. The experiment consisted of two sessions. The first session was an incidental learning task: Each object was presented twice, and participants were asked to count the number of corners of the presented object. In the second session after 3 weeks, participants performed the same task as in the first session and then performed an unexpected recognition test. In this test, participants were asked to identify whether the presented object had appeared in the second session. To unify the operation between study and test, some participants were required to count the number of corners of the presented object before the recognition judgment. The results revealed that recognition performance for the objects that appeared in the first session was significantly different from that of objects that had not appeared, even when participants were not asked to recall the episode of the first session when performing the recognition test. Although the results of the effect of the matching operation suggested a negative effect on recognition, the results were unclear. This finding indicates that representations for nonverbal objects are preserved for at least 3 weeks. This also highlights the need to consider the implicit effect of a brief prior experience on recognition judgments.
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kn-title=The response to thermospermine is fine-tuned by the balance between SAC51 and LHW family proteins in Arabidopsis thaliana
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kn-abstract=Thermospermine negatively regulates xylem formation. In Arabidopsis, SAC51 and SACL3, members of the SAC51 gene family encoding basic loop-helix-loop (bHLH) proteins play a key role in this regulation. These mRNAs contain an upstream open-reading-frame (uORF) that is highly conserved across species, and its inhibitory effect on the main ORF translation is alleviated by thermospermine. A double knockout of SAC51 and SACL3 results in thermospermine insensitivity at high concentrations that normally inhibit xylem formation and shoot growth in the wild type. Conversely, uORF mutants of SAC51, SACL3, and SACL1 suppress the excessive xylem formation and dwarf phenotype of acl5, a mutant defective in thermospermine biosynthesis. In this study, we generated genome-edited uORF mutants of SACL2 and confirmed that they partially recover the acl5 phenotype. All uORF mutants exhibited increased sensitivity to thermospermine. SACL3 represses the function of LHW, a key bHLH transcription factor required for xylem proliferation, through direct interaction. We found that the lhw mutant is also hypersensitive to thermospermine, while this sensitivity was suppressed by the sac51 sacl3 double knockout. Yeast two-hybrid assays demonstrated that all four SAC51 family members interact with LHW and its family members. These findings suggest that overaccumulation of SAC51 family proteins leads to thermospermine hypersensitivity by repressing the function of LHW family proteins, whose activity must be fine-tuned to ensure proper xylem development.
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en-aut-name=TakahashiTaku
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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kn-title=Effect of environmental conditions on seed germination and seedling growth in Cuscuta campestris
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kn-abstract=Dodder (Cuscuta) is an obligate parasitic plant that cannot survive without a host and causes significant damage to crop yields. To understand its growth characteristics before parasitism, we examined the effects of environmental conditions on seed germination and seedling growth in Cuscuta campestris Yunck. Among various factors, we focused on the effects of light, pH, temperature, sugars, salts, hormones, amino acids and polyamines on seeds sown on agar plates. Regarding the effect of light on germination, far-red light was preferable rather than red light and the reversible response of seeds to red and far-red light was confirmed, implicating a phytochrome-mediated signaling pathway opposite to that in many seed plants. Among the amino acids, aspartic acid and alanine had a promotive effect, while histidine had an inhibitory effect on germination. We further found that, in addition to gibberellic acid, methyl jasmonate stimulated both germination and shoot elongation. While 2,4-D extended the viability of trichomes around the root cap, kinetin induced the formation of scale leaves on the shoot and undifferentiated cell clusters at the base of the shoot and root tip. Real-time reverse transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR) experiments confirmed that the expression of a putative RbcS gene for photosynthesis showed no response to light, whereas that of a Phytochrome A homolog increased in the dark. Our results indicate that some of the molecular mechanisms involved in responding to light and hormone signals are uniquely modified in dodder seedlings, providing clues for understanding the survival strategy of parasitic plants.
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en-aut-name=TakahashiTaku
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en-aut-name=YokoyamaRyusuke
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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kn-title=Responding to humor online: an exploratory L2 study on the effect of instruction
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kn-abstract=Although L2 learners report having great difficulty responding to humour, research on this area is lacking. There is also a relative lack of studies on whether there is the need for humour instruction for European learners of other European languages. Therefore, this pilot study explored instruction on humour responses for learners of French at a Dutch university. Participants reported that humour instruction is warranted in their B2-level French class.
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kn-title=Refractive Error Correction With Glasses in Congenital Ocular Fundus Anomalies: A Retrospective Series of 18 Children With Different Disease Entities Followed Up for More Than 10 Years
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kn-abstract=Objectives: Children with congenital anomalies of the posterior segment of the eye are in the process of visual development, and thus, their refractive errors should be detected by cycloplegic refraction testing to prescribe full-correction glasses, if required, and to help their visual acuity develop with growth. This study aimed to review refractive correction in children with congenital ocular fundus anomalies.<br>
Methods: A retrospective review was conducted on 18 consecutive children (11 female and seven male children) who were diagnosed with ocular fundus anomalies and followed for 10 years or more by a single ophthalmologist at a referral-based hospital. The age at the initial visit ranged from 10 days after birth to 11 years, with a median of one year and four months, and the age at the last visit ranged from 10 to 32 years, with a median of 15 years. The follow-up periods ranged from 10 to 21 years at a median of 15 years.<br>
Results: The diagnoses were familial exudative vitreoretinopathy (FEVR) in eight children, persistent fetal vasculature (PFV) in five, morning glory disc anomaly in two, optic nerve and choroidal coloboma (CHARGE syndrome) in two, and Coats disease in one. Full-correction glasses were prescribed in eight children, while the remaining 10 children did not wear glasses. Among nine children with the uncorrected visual acuity of 1.0 or better in one eye and the visual acuity in the other eye ranging from light perception to 0.01, eight children did not wear glasses, and one child wore glasses with hyperopic correction. The diagnoses in these nine children were PFV in five children, morning glory disc anomaly in two, FEVR in one, and Coats disease in one. In seven children who wore full-correction glasses, the best corrected visual acuity in the better eye ranged from 0.2 to 0.9 at a median of 0.5. In contrast, the visual acuity in the other eye ranged from light perception to 0.1 at a median of 0.03. The diagnoses of these seven children were FEVR in five children and CHARGE syndrome in two. The five children with FEVR showed myopic astigmatism in both eyes, while the two children with CHARGE syndrome showed hyperopic astigmatism in both eyes.<br>
Conclusion: Children with unilateral eye anomalies such as PFV and morning glory disc anomaly did not wear glasses since their healthy eyes had good uncorrected visual acuity. In contrast, children with involvement of both eyes in FEVR and CHARGE syndrome wore full-correction glasses. Rough information regarding full-correction glasses in each category would help clinicians cope with rare congenital eye diseases. However, this conclusion is generally applicable to the standard practice of pediatric ophthalmology.
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dt-pub=20250930
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kn-title=Cancer-associated fibroblast-derived SOD3 enhances lymphangiogenesis to drive metastasis in lung adenocarcinoma
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kn-abstract=Despite advancements in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality due to its aggressive metastatic potential. Extracellular superoxide dismutase (SOD3) is an antioxidant enzyme that regulates oxidative stress and is regarded as a tumor suppressor. However, studies have demonstrated that SOD3 can either promote or inhibit cell proliferation and survival in various cancers, and its molecular mechanisms within the tumor microenvironment are poorly understood. In this study, we report a breakthrough in uncovering the role of SOD3 derived from cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) in LUAD. Using LUAD xenograft models co-implanted with SOD3-overexpressing CAFs (CAFSOD3), we observe an aggressive tumor phenotype characterized by increased lymphangiogenesis and lymphatic vessel invasion (LVI) of the tumor. Additionally, LUAD patients with elevated SOD3 levels exhibit a higher incidence of LVI and metastasis. Notably, RNA sequencing of CAFSOD3 reveals that SOD3-mediated VEGF-dependent tumor progression and lymphangiogenesis are up-regulated. Furthermore, single-cell transcriptomic analysis of LUAD clinical samples confirms a strong correlation between SOD3 expression in fibroblasts and characteristics of tumor exacerbation, such as lymphangiogenesis and metastasis. These findings underscore new insights into the role of CAF-derived SOD3 in LUAD progression and highlight its potential as a biomarker and therapeutic target.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=School of Medicine, Kobe University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Oral Pathology and Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Thoracic Surgery, National Hospital Organization, Shikoku Cancer Center
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Cancer-associated fibroblast
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kn-title=Computed tomography versus aortography for transcatheter patent ductus arteriosus closure in adults
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kn-abstract=Accurate sizing of the patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is essential for successful transcatheter closure. While aortography is the standard imaging modality, computed tomography (CT) may offer superior anatomical visualization. This study aimed to compare the accuracy and procedural outcomes of preprocedural CT versus aortography alone in adult patients undergoing transcatheter PDA closure. We retrospectively analyzed 54 adult patients who underwent PDA closure using the Amplatzer™ Duct Occluder between 2009 and 2024. Nineteen patients were treated based on aortography alone and 35 based on preprocedural CT. We compared procedural characteristics and outcomes, including device size exchange and procedure time. A simulation study was also conducted in which two blinded implanters independently predicted occluder size based on CT and aortography, with actual implanted device size used as the reference. The CT group had significantly larger PDA sizes and implanted device sizes. Device replacement was required in three patients in the aortography group but none in the CT group. Procedure time was shorter in the CT group (60 ± 9 vs. 70 ± 14 min, p = 0.003). Simulation results showed that CT more accurately predicted the actual implanted device size (85% vs. 63%, p = 0.008). PDA size at the pulmonary artery end was significantly underestimated by aortography. Preprocedural CT improved procedural efficiency and device selection accuracy in adult PDA closure. These findings suggest that CT imaging may enhance planning and safety in transcatheter PDA interventions.
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kn-abstract=Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a primary myocardial disease characterized by unexplained left ventricular hypertrophy, often resulting from pathogenic variants of sarcomeric protein genes. Conventional treatments, such as the use of beta blockers or calcium channel blockers, focus on symptomatic control but do not address the underlying hypercontractility at the sarcomere level. Recent advances in molecular understanding have led to the development of cardiac myosin inhibitors that directly modulate sarcomeric function by reducing myosin–actin cross-bridge formation and adenosine triphosphatase (ATPase) activity. Mavacamten and aficamten have shown promising results in phase 2 and 3 clinical trials, improving symptoms, exercise capacity, and left ventricular outflow tract gradients in patients with obstructive HCM. This review summarizes the current understanding of HCM pathophysiology, diagnostic strategies, and conventional treatments with a focus on the mechanisms of action of myosin inhibitors, clinical evidence supporting their use, and future directions for improvement. We also discuss their potential applications in non-obstructive HCM and the importance of precision medicine guided by genetic profiling.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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kn-title=Experimental and numerical study on the inertial migration of hydrogel particles suspended in square channel flows
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kn-abstract=The inertial migration of hydrogel particles suspended in a Newtonian fluid flowing through a square channel is studied both experimentally and numerically. Experimental results demonstrate significant differences in the focusing positions of the deformable and rigid particles, highlighting the role of particle deformability in inertial migration. At low Reynolds numbers (Re), hydrogel particles migrate towards the centre of the channel cross-section, whereas the rigid spheres exhibit negligible lateral motion. At finite Re, they focus at four points along the diagonals in the downstream cross-section, in contrast to the rigid particles which focus near the centre of the channel face at similar Re . Numerical simulations using viscous hyperelastic particles as a model for hydrogel particles reproduced the experimental results for the particle distribution with an appropriate Young’s modulus of the hyperelastic particles. Further numerical simulations over a broader range of Re and the capillary number (Ca) reveal various focusing patterns of the particles in the channel cross-section. The phase transitions between them are discussed in terms of the inertial lift and the lift due to particle deformation, which would act in the direction towards lower shear. The stability of the channel centre is analysed using an asymptotic expansion approach to the migration force at low Re and Ca. The theoretical analysis predicts the critical condition for the transition, which is consistent with the direct numerical simulation. These experimental, numerical and theoretical results contribute to a deeper understanding of inertial migration of deformable particles.
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
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kn-title=Causal Approaches to Disease Progression Analyses
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kn-abstract=Epidemiologic analyses that aim to quantify exposure effects on disease progression are not uncommon. Understanding the implications of these studies, however, is complicated, in part because different causal estimands could, at least in theory, be the target of such analyses. Here, to facilitate interpretation of these studies, we describe different settings in which causal questions related to disease progression can be asked, and consider possible estimands. For clarity, our discussion is structured around settings defined based on two factors: whether the disease occurrence is manipulable or not, and the type of outcome. We describe relevant causal structures and sets of response types, which consist of joint potential outcomes of disease occurrence and disease progression, and argue that settings where interventions to manipulate disease occurrence are not plausible are more common, and that, in this case, principal stratification might be an appropriate framework to conceptualize the analysis. Further, we suggest that the precise definition of the outcome of interest, in particular of what constitutes its permissible levels, might determine whether potential outcomes linked to disease progression are definable in different strata of the population. Our hope is that this paper will encourage additional methodological work on causal analysis of disease progression, as well as serve as a resource for future applied studies.
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en-aut-name=GonçalvesBronner P.
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en-aut-name=SuzukiEtsuji
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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kn-title=New Catalytic Residues and Catalytic Mechanism of the RNase T1 Family
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kn-abstract=The ribonuclease T1 family, including RNase Po1 secreted by Pleurotus ostreatus, exhibits antitumor activity. Here, we resolved the Po1/guanosine-3′-monophosphate complex (3′GMP) structure at 1.75 Å. Structure comparison and fragment molecular orbital (FMO) calculation between the apo form and the Po1/3′GMP complex identified Phe38, Phe40, and Glu42 as the key binding residues. Two types of the RNase/3′GMP complex in RNasePo1 and RNase T1 were homologous to Po1, and FMO calculations elucidated that the biprotonated histidine on the β3 sheet (His36) on the β3 sheet and deprotonated Glu54 on the β4 sheet were advantageous to RNase activity. Moreover, tyrosine (Tyr34) on the β3 sheet was elucidated as a crucial catalytic residues. Mutation of Tyr34 with phenylalanine decreased RNase activity and diminished antitumor efficacy compared to that in the wild type. This suggests the importance of RNase activity in antitumor mechanisms.
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en-aut-name=SuzukiMamoru
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=KobayashiHiroko
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ORCID=

affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Osaka University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Dental Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Osaka University
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affil-num=10
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kn-title=Fully-gapped superconductivity with rotational symmetry breaking in pressurized kagome metal CsV3Sb5
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=The discovery of the kagome metal CsV3Sb5 has generated significant interest in its complex physical properties, particularly its superconducting behavior under different pressures, though its nature remains debated. Here, we performed low-temperature, high-pressure 121/123Sb nuclear quadrupole resonance (NQR) measurements to explore the superconducting pairing symmetry in CsV3Sb5. At ambient pressure, we found that the spin-lattice relaxation rate 1/T1 exhibits a kink at T ~ 0.4 Tc within the superconducting state and follows a T3 variation as temperature further decreases. This suggests the presence of two superconducting gaps with line nodes in the smaller one. As pressure increases beyond Pc ~ 1.85 GPa, where the charge-density wave phase is completely suppressed, 1/T1 shows no Hebel-Slichter peak just below Tc, and decreases rapidly, even faster than T5, indicating that the gap is fully opened for pressures above Pc. In this high pressure region, the angular dependence of the in-plane upper critical magnetic field Hc2 breaks the C6 rotational symmetry. We propose the s + id pairing at P > Pc which explains both the 1/T1 and Hc2 behaviors. Our findings indicate that CsV3Sb5 is an unconventional superconductor and its superconducting state is even more exotic at high pressures.
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en-aut-name=FengX. Y.
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kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=

en-aut-name=ZhaoZ.
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aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=

en-aut-name=LuoJ.
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aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=

en-aut-name=ZhouY. Z.
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aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=

en-aut-name=YangJ.
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=FangA. F.
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ORCID=

en-aut-name=YangH. T.
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aut-affil-num=7
ORCID=

en-aut-name=GaoH.-J.
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aut-affil-num=8
ORCID=

en-aut-name=ZhouR.
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ORCID=

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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and BeijingNational Laboratory for CondensedMatter Physics
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and BeijingNational Laboratory for CondensedMatter Physics
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and BeijingNational Laboratory for CondensedMatter Physics
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and BeijingNational Laboratory for CondensedMatter Physics
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and BeijingNational Laboratory for CondensedMatter Physics
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and BeijingNational Laboratory for CondensedMatter Physics
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Physics, Okayama University
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dt-pub=20250919
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kn-title=Polymeric microwave rectifiers enabled by monolayer-thick ionized donors
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kn-abstract=Solution processing of polymeric semiconductors provides a facile way to fabricate functional diodes. However, energy barriers at metal-semiconductor interfaces often limit their performance. Here, we report rectifying polymer diodes with markedly modified energy-level alignments. The gold electrode surface was treated with a dimeric metal complex, which resulted in a shallow work function of 3.7 eV by forming a monolayer-thick ionized donor layer. When a polymeric semiconductor was coated on the treated electrode, most of the ionized donors remained at the metal-semiconductor interface. The confined ionized donors with the ideal thickness enabled fabrication of a polymer diode with a forward current density of over 100 A cm−2. Furthermore, a power conversion efficiency of 7.9% was observed for rectification at a microwave frequency of 920 MHz, which is orders of magnitude higher than that reported for organic diodes. Our findings will pave a way to solution-processed high-frequency and high-power devices.
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kn-title=Application of LMM-Derived Prompt-Based AIGC in Low-Altitude Drone-Based Concrete Crack Monitoring
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kn-abstract=In recent years, large multimodal models (LMMs), such as ChatGPT 4o and DeepSeek R1—artificial intelligence systems capable of multimodal (e.g., image and text) human–computer interaction—have gained traction in industrial and civil engineering applications. Concurrently, insufficient real-world drone-view data (specifically close-distance, high-resolution imagery) for civil engineering scenarios has heightened the importance of artificially generated content (AIGC) or synthetic data as supplementary inputs. AIGC is typically produced via text-to-image generative models (e.g., Stable Diffusion, DALL-E) guided by user-defined prompts. This study leverages LMMs to interpret key parameters for drone-based image generation (e.g., color, texture, scene composition, photographic style) and applies prompt engineering to systematize these parameters. The resulting LMM-generated prompts were used to synthesize training data for a You Only Look Once version 8 segmentation model (YOLOv8-seg). To address the need for detailed crack-distribution mapping in low-altitude drone-based monitoring, the trained YOLOv8-seg model was evaluated on close-distance crack benchmark datasets. The experimental results confirm that LMM-prompted AIGC is a viable supplement for low-altitude drone crack monitoring, achieving >80% classification accuracy (images with/without cracks) at a confidence threshold of 0.5.
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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kn-title=Phosphorylated pullulan as a local drug delivery matrix for cationic antibacterial chemicals to prevent oral biofilm
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kn-abstract=Background Preventing oral infections, such as oral caries and periodontal disease, helps reduce the risks of various systemic diseases. In this study, the polysaccharide pullulan produced by the black yeast Aureobasidium pullulans was modified in combination with the cationic surfactant cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) to create a local drug delivery system, and its antibacterial potential on oral bacteria was examined in vitro.<br>
Methods Pullulan was phosphorylated at the CH2OH residue of α6 in the maltotriose structure and mixed with CPC. Bacterial attachment of cariogenic Streptococcus mutans on hydroxyapatite plates (HAPs) treated with the phosphorylated pullulan (PP) and CPC compound (0.01% PP and 0.001– 0.03% CPC, and vice versa) was assessed by observing bacteria using a field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM) and quantified through 16 S rRNA amplification via real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Additionally, the quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) method was employed to evaluate the sustained release of CPC.<br>
Results PP-CPC compound maintained significant bactericidal activity even at 0.01%, which is one-fifth of the conventional applicable concentration of CPC. Additionally, a residual mixture was detected by the hydroxyapatite sensor of the crystal oscillator microbalance detector, suggesting an unknown molecular interaction that enables the sustained release of CPC after attachment to hydroxyapatite.<br>
Conclusions The combination of PP and CPC may contribute to the low concentration and effective prevention of oral infections, such as dental caries.
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en-aut-name=YoshidaYasuhiro
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en-aut-name=OkiharaTakumi
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kn-title=Reduced Thermal Conductivity of Hydrous Aluminous Silica and Calcium Ferrite‐Type Phase Promote Water Transportation to Earth's Deep Mantle
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kn-abstract=Subduction of oceanic slabs introduces chemical heterogeneities in the Earth's interior, which could further induce thermal, seismic, and geodynamical anomalies. Thermal conductivity of slab minerals crucially controls the thermal evolution and dynamics of the subducted slab and ambient mantle, while such an important transport property remains poorly constrained. Here we have precisely measured high pressure-temperature thermal conductivity of hydrous aluminous post-stishovite (ΛHy-Al-pSt) and aluminum-rich calcium ferrite-type phase (ΛCF), two important minerals in the subducted basaltic crust in the lower mantle. Compared to the dry aluminous stishovite and pure stishovite, hydration substantially reduces the ΛHy-Al-pSt, resulting in ∼9.7–13.3 W m−1 K−1 throughout the lower mantle. Surprisingly, the ΛCF remains at ∼3–3.8 W m−1 K−1 in the lower mantle, few-folds lower than previously assumed. Our data modeling offers better constraints on the thermal conductivity of the subducted oceanic crust from mantle transition zone to the lowermost mantle region, which is less thermally conductive than previously modeled. Our findings suggest that if the post-stishovite carries large amounts of water to the lower mantle, the poorer heat conduction through the basaltic crust reduces the slab's temperature, which not only allows the slab bringing more hydrous minerals to greater depth, but also increases slab's density and viscosity, potentially impacting the stability of heterogeneous structures at the lowermost mantle.
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kn-title=Applicability of Effective Atomic Number (Z eff) Image Analysis of Coronary Plaques Measured With Photon- Counting Computed Tomography
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kn-abstract=Objective: Coronary computed tomography (CT) allows the assessment of cardiovascular risk by imaging calcified plaques in coronary arteries. Because photon-counting CT (PC-CT) can analyze the effective atomic number (Zeff) of the subject, it is expected to be applied to the analysis of plaque components. The purpose of this study was to investigate the applicability of plaque analysis based on Zeff images with continuous gradation.<br>
Methods: Zeff images were generated from virtual monoenergetic images (VMIs) obtained by PC-CT. Zeff values were derived from the difference between linear attenuation coefficients (μ) at low and high energies using an in-house program. Coronary CT images of 64 plaques in 10 patients were analyzed. The Zeff score, calculated as the sum of Zeff values within the plaque region, was calculated and compared with the conventional Agatston score and mean coronary artery calcium (CAC) score.<br>
Results: The systematic uncertainty of Zeff images was estimated to be ±0.08. The Zeff score of actual patient data showed strong positive correlations with the conventional Agatston and mean CAC scores. The Zeff score uses all voxel data in the plaque area, whereas conventional scores consider only data from voxels with a CT value >130. We found that the conventional scores excluded 39% of the plaque area, and the Zeff score permitted the analysis of low- and high-density plaques.<br>
Conclusions: Zeff imaging was shown to be applicable to plaque analysis that reflects the entire plaque volume. This study demonstrated its technical feasibility as a compositional analysis method using the Zeff image.
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en-affil=Department of Crop and Soil Science, Oregon State University
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affil-num=39
en-affil=Institute of Plant Genetics, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf
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affil-num=40
en-affil=Institute of Plant Genetics, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf
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affil-num=41
en-affil=Agronomy Department, Purdue University
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affil-num=42
en-affil=Division of Plant Sciences, School of Life Sciences, University of Dundee
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affil-num=43
en-affil=Department of Plant Pathology, Entomology, and Microbiology, Iowa State University
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affil-num=44
en-affil=Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
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affil-num=45
en-affil=Crop Improvement and Genetics Research Unit, U.S. Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Research Service
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affil-num=46
en-affil=Department of Crop and Soil Science, Oregon State University
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kn-title=Post-spinel-type AB2O4 high-pressure phases in geochemistry and materials science
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Post-spinel-type AB2O4 compounds are stable at higher pressures than spinel phases. These compounds have garnered much interest in geo- and materials science for their geochemical importance as well as potential application as high ionic conductors and materials with strongly correlated electrons. Here, large-volume high-pressure syntheses, structural features and properties of post-spinels are reviewed. Prospects are discussed for future searches for post-spinel-type phases by applying advanced large-volume high-pressure technology.
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Research Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA), National Institute for Materials Science
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kn-title=Impact of a Peer-Led International Training Program on Work Motivation Among Early-Career Psychiatrists: A Mixed-Methods Study
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kn-abstract=Background<br>
The Japan Young Psychiatrists Organization (JYPO) has conducted a Course for Academic Development of Psychiatrists (CADP), a peer-led residential international training program, since 2002 to promote the professional development of early-career psychiatrists. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of CADP on participants' work motivation using a psychometric scale and to identify the factors contributing to these changes.<br>
Methods<br>
We conducted a mixed-method study with 23 Japanese participants of the 21st CADP from March 8 to 10, 2024, in Himeji, Japan. Work motivation was assessed using the abbreviated version of the Measure of Multifaceted Work Motivations (MWM-12) at two time points: two weeks before and three months after the course. The total and subitem scores of the MWM-12 were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Furthermore, free-text responses collected before and after the course were subjected to qualitative analyses.<br>
Results<br>
Significant improvements were observed in the MWM-12 total score from pre-course to post-course. Significant increases were also identified in specific sub-items: M1 (directionality of achievement-oriented motivation), M4 (directionality of competition-oriented motivation), M6 (sustainability of competition-oriented motivation), and M9 (sustainability of cooperation-oriented motivation). Qualitative analysis revealed changes in key categories, including growth as a psychiatrist, personal networking, personal growth, and increased motivation. The integration of quantitative and qualitative findings suggested that enhanced career perspectives (M1), professional growth and peer interaction (M4), and increased self-confidence and support networks (M6 and M9) contributed to improved motivation.<br>
Conclusion<br>
This study demonstrated that a three-day, two-night peer-led training program positively influenced work motivation among early-career psychiatrists.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Psychiatry, The University of Osaka
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Co-learning Community Healthcare Re-innovation Office, Graduate School of Medicine, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Epileptology and Psychiatry, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry
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affil-num=7
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kn-title=Novel Anti-MRSA Peptide from Mangrove-Derived Virgibacillus chiguensis FN33 Supported by Genomics and Molecular Dynamics
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kn-abstract=Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health threat, with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) being one of the major resistant pathogens. This study reports the isolation of a novel mangrove-derived bacterium, Virgibacillus chiguensis FN33, as identified through genome analysis and the discovery of a new anionic antimicrobial peptide (AMP) exhibiting anti-MRSA activity. The AMP was composed of 23 amino acids, which were elucidated as NH3-Glu-Gly-Gly-Cys-Gly-Val-Asp-Thr-Trp-Gly-Cys-Leu-Thr-Pro-Cys-His-Cys-Asp-Leu-Phe-Cys-Thr-Thr-COOH. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) for MRSA were 8 µg/mL and 16 µg/mL, respectively. FN33 AMP induced cell membrane permeabilization, suggesting a membrane-disrupting mechanism. The AMP remained stable at 30–40 °C but lost activity at higher temperatures and following exposure to proteases, surfactants, and extreme pH. All-atom molecular dynamics simulations showed that the AMP adopts a β-sheet structure upon membrane interaction. These findings suggest that Virgibacillus chiguensis FN33 is a promising source of novel antibacterial agents against MRSA, supporting alternative strategies for drug-resistant infections.
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
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kn-title=Inert structural transition in 4H and 6H SiC at high pressure and temperature: a Raman spectroscopy study
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kn-abstract=We conducted Raman spectroscopy measurements of 4H-SiC and 6H-SiC up to 69 GPa and 1023 K to assess the stability and bonding of SiC at high pressure and temperature. Both optic and acoustic modes were observed at wide pressure and temperature ranges. The temperature shifts of the Raman frequencies were fitted by the equation with the Bose–Einstein distribution function, and we found that the shifts were almost insensitive to the pressure. The mode Grüneisen coefficients weakly depend on the pressure and temperature, suggesting the sluggish transition of the crystal structure, unlike the previous experiments showing the transition or decomposition of SiC at high pressure and temperature conditions. Inert transitions are confirmed by Raman measurements and annealing experiments using multiple high-pressure apparatuses. The crystallinity may be a hidden critical parameter in the experiments to determine the stable polytypes of SiC under high pressure and temperature.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
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kn-title=Preparation and structural characterization of nanoporous silica/magnesium(II)-whitlockite composite particles
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=The preparation of particles composed of nanoporous silica (NS) and Mg2+-whitlockite (Mg-WH) would provide valuable insights for designing particles for biomedical applications. In this study, NS and Mg-WH composite particles were successfully synthesized. The addition of chitosan during synthesis possibly promoted the crystallization of calcium phosphate phases in the composite particles. Pore size distribution analysis of the particles showed a maximum at 3.2 nm. Investigating the adsorption of methylene blue onto the particles in a phosphate buffer (pH 7.4) showed that the saturated adsorption amount of methylene blue on the particles was significantly higher than that on commercial hydroxyapatite. The composite particles provided important results for potential applications as drug carriers for bone regeneration and repair.
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en-aut-name=YoshiokaTomohiko
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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kn-title=Limited water contents of wadsleyite and ringwoodite coexisting with hydrous minerals in cold subducting slabs
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kn-abstract=How water is distributed in a subducting slab is essential to understand water transport into the deep mantle and mechanisms of deep-focus earthquakes and slab deformation around the 660-km discontinuity. A recent experimental study demonstrated that water contents of olivine and wadsleyite coexisting with hydrous phase A is limited at upper mantle pressures, suggesting strong water partitioning to the hydrous phase. However, water distribution between nominally anhydrous and hydrous minerals at the deeper mantle is not investigated in detail. We determined water contents in wadsleyite and ringwoodite coexisting with hydrous phases down to transition-zone depths along cold slab temperatures. Wadsleyite coexisting with hydrous phase A has ∼200 ppm water at 14–16 GPa and 800 °C. At 21 GPa, ringwoodite coexisting with superhydrous phase B has 8–13 ppm water at 800 °C and 46 ppm at 900 °C. Thus, olivine and its high-pressure polymorphs are kinetically dry along cold slab core conditions even in a wet subducting slab. Slab deformation and stagnation around 660 km depth can be caused by grain-size reduction due to phase transitions of dry olivine and the presence of rheologically weak hydrous phases. The deepest earthquakes below 660 km depth can be caused by dehydration of hydrous phases.
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en-aut-name=IshiiTakayuki
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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kn-title=The F54L mutation of Thioredoxin shows protein instability and increased fluctuations of the catalytic center
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kn-abstract=Thioredoxin is a ubiquitous redox protein that acts as an electron donor via its conserved dithiol motif (C32GPC35), catalyzing dithiol–disulfide exchange to regulate the redox state of target proteins. It supports antioxidant defense via peroxiredoxins, facilitates DNA synthesis by donating electrons to ribonucleotide reductase, and regulates redox-sensitive signaling pathways, including those controlling transcription and apoptosis. Neuronal degeneration and chronic kidney disease have been observed in Txn-F54L mutant rats; however, the details of why the Txn mutation causes these phenomena remain unknown. The present study aimed to elucidate the functional and structural changes caused by the F54L mutation. The Thioredoxin-F54L showed less insulin-reducing activity and more thermosensitivity to denaturation in the body temperature range compared to the wild type. The crystal structure revealed that F54 forms hydrophobic interactions with the surrounding hydrophobic amino acids. In addition, molecular dynamics simulation predicts increased fluctuations around the F54L mutation and a tendency for the distance between residues C32 and C35 at the catalytic center to be widened. The increased distance between residues C32 and C35 of the catalytic center may affect the reducing activity of the enzyme on the substrate. The finding that Thioredoxin-F54L is prone to denaturation at normal body temperature may reduce the normally functioning Thioredoxin. These molecular characteristics of Thioredoxin-F54L may be related to brain and kidney disease development in the Txn-F54L rats.
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en-affil=Structural Biology Division, Japan Synchrotron Radiation Research Institute
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Neutron Science and Technology Center, Comprehensive Research Organization for Science and Society (CROSS)
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Molecular Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Section of Developmental Physiology and Pathology, Faculty of Education, Okayama University
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Life Science Research Infrastructure Group, Advanced Photon Technology Division, RIKEN SPring-8 Center
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en-keyword=Txn
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en-keyword=Thioredoxin
kn-keyword=Thioredoxin
en-keyword=Protein instability
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en-keyword=Thermosensitivity
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en-keyword=Molecular dynamics simulation
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kn-title=Urbanised landscape and microhabitat differences can influence flowering phenology and synchrony in an annual herb
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kn-abstract=1. Flowering phenology, a crucial determinant of plant reproductive success and biotic interactions, is susceptible to urbanisation. Numerous studies have shown the impact of urbanised landscapes on flowering phenology based on comparisons along urban–rural gradients. Phenological patterns among microenvironments in the urban ecosystem have received less attention, although they often offer unique habitats with varying artificial influences, such as roadsides, drainage ditches and vacant lots. If differences in microenvironments diversify flowering phenology, the urban matrix might reduce flowering synchrony with neighbouring populations, limiting outcrossing opportunities and therefore reducing reproductive success.<br>
2. We investigated the flowering phenology and synchrony of the native annual herb Commelina communis in approximately 250 populations at two rural and two urban sites over 3 years. To determine the effect of microhabitat differences, we categorised the microhabitats of C. communis populations into five types: drains, roadsides, vacant land, farmland and forest edge. In some study populations, we investigated reproductive success (seed set) to estimate the degree of outcross pollination limitation.<br>
3. Our findings revealed that populations in urban sites exhibited earlier flowering onset and longer flowering duration compared to rural locations. Besides, we did not detect consistent patterns of flowering onset, peak and duration among the different microhabitat types. For flowering synchrony, we found that the population in urban sites, growing in drain habitats, and with artificial disturbances exhibited relatively lower interpopulation flowering synchrony, suggesting their phenology differed from neighbouring populations within the same landscape. Additionally, populations in urban sites, especially those growing in drain and roadside habitats, suffered severe outcross pollen limitation compared to those in rural landscapes.<br>
4. Synthesis and applications. In conclusion, our results indicate that in addition to landscape changes associated with urbanisation, variations in local microhabitats also influence the flowering phenology and synchrony of C. communis populations. Urbanised landscapes and differences in microhabitats could contribute to the diversification of phenological patterns between populations, potentially having a negative impact on the reproductive success of native plant species. These findings highlight the need to consider not only spatial but also temporal fragmentation from diversified flowering phenology when addressing conservation in the urban matrix.
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en-aut-name=YamaguchiHiroto
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en-aut-name=NakataKazuyoshi
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en-aut-name=KatsuharaKoki R.
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=artificial disturbance
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en-keyword=Commelina
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kn-title=Comparative study of the effects of fluoride treatment with cyclic variations in pH on the structures of stoichiometric, calcium-deficient, and carbonated hydroxyapatites
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kn-abstract=The primary objective of this study was to analyze the effects of fluoride treatment with cyclic variations in pH on the structure of stoichiometric hydroxyapatite (HAp), calcium-deficient HAp (CDHAp), and carbonated HAp (CHAp) powders. The structures of HAp, CDHAp, and CHAp before and after fluoride treatment were investigated using X-ray diffraction, Fourier-transform infrared, Raman, and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopic analyses. The fluoride treatment with cyclic variations in pH increased the calcium deficiency in HAp and CHAp but decreased in CDHAp. During fluoride treatment, fluoridated CDHAp or fluoridated calcium-deficient CHAp was formed on the surface of the HAp samples via dissolution and crystal growth, accompanied by the selective elution of component ions and partial substitution of OH− groups in the HAp hexagonal lattice with F− ions. No evidence of the formation of Ca(OH)2 and OH− groups outside the HAp crystal lattice was obtained. A new perspective on the formation of structured water at the surface termination of the OH columns (disordered region), with possible interactions with adsorbed water molecules or nonspecifically adsorbed F− ions was provided. The top surface of the fluoridated CDHAp consisted of an amorphous fluoride-rich hydrated layer, which included calcium phosphate and CaF2.
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en-aut-name=HayakawaSatoshi
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en-aut-name=OkadaYu
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en-aut-name=YoshiokaTomohiko
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en-keyword=Hydroxyapatite
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