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Dual Mechanisms of the Diazepine-Benzimidazole Derivative, DAB-19, in Modulating Glutamatergic Neurotransmission.

Nikolaev MV, Fedorova IM, Chistyakova OV et al. · 2025 · International journal of molecular sciences

The search for novel compounds with anticonvulsant properties remains a key focus in neuropharmacology. Recently, the diazepine-benzimidazole derivative, DAB-19, has emerged as a promising candidate due to its demonstrated anxiolytic and…

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The anti-inflammatory properties of green tea extract protect against gentamicin-induced kidney injury.

Ayusso LL, Girol AP, Ribeiro Souza H et al. · 2024 · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie

We assessed in vivo the protective effects and underlying antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of dry green tee extract (GTE) on glomerular and tubular kidney function and structure in an experimental model of gentamicin…

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Pre-Post Evaluation of Documentation Burden, Time Perception, and Cognitive Workload of Ambient AI Scribe Tools.

Arko L, Nguyen TH, Stoffel M et al. · 2026 · AMIA Joint Summits on Translational Science proceedings. AMIA Joint Summits on Translational Science

Documentation burden and cognitive load contribute to clinician burnout, and ambient AI scribes offer a promising solution, though real-world evaluations remain limited. This study evaluated the impact of an ambient AI scribe on…

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The launch and diffusion of new patented medicines by therapeutic value.

Zhang W, Guh DP, Tam ACT et al. · 2026 · Health affairs scholar

Introduction Evidence on the launch and diffusion of therapeutically important new medicines is limited. We examined the launch and diffusion of new patented medicines in 14 countries by therapeutic value. Methods We analyzed IQVIA MIDAS®…

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Changing the narrative: stories reduce biases against anomalous faces.

Bilici N, Paruzel-Czachura M, Workman CI et al. · 2026 · BMC psychology

Facial anomalies, such as scars, are often linked to an "anomalous-is-bad" stereotype, in which people with visible differences are seen as less warm or less moral. We developed the "Normalizing Anomalies with Mobile Exposure" (NAME)…

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Randomized controlled trial of Understanding Social Situations versus problem-solving training in improving social function in people with psychosis.

Fiszdon JM, Wang K, Fulford D et al. · 2026 · Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society : JINS

Objectives Poor social function in people with psychosis has been linked to impairments in social cognition and neurocognition, which in turn have been identified as promising treatment targets. We developed a novel social cognitive…

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Changes in corneal astigmatism, axial length and anterior chamber depth after vitrectomy and phacovitrectomy in rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.

Liu N, Zhao J, Wu B et al. · 2026 · International ophthalmology

Purpose To evaluate the changes in corneal astigmatism, axial length and anterior chamber depth following vitrectomy versus phacovitrectomy in patients with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) under more detail group.To discuss how to…

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A Virtual Tai Chi Intervention for Older Adults with Mobility Disabilities: Results from a Single-Arm Clinical Trial with the TechSAge Tele Tai Chi Program.

Mitzner TL, Remillard ET, Mumma KT et al. · 2026 · Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)

Background/Objectives : Telewellness programs can expand access to exercise and social opportunities for older adults, especially those with mobility disabilities. The TechSAge Tele Tai Chi clinical trial assessed whether the Tai Chi for…

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Quantitative and Comparative Analysis of Dream Content in Parkinson's Disease Patients Undergoing Deep Brain Stimulation: A Pilot Study.

Joswig H, Oreizi-Esfahani S, Medack S et al. · 2026 · World neurosurgery

Background Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra, resulting in motor and nonmotor symptoms including diminished sleep quality and altered dream…

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Psychopathological correlates of early childhood sleep terror: associations with nutritional biomarkers, behavioral dysregulation, and sleep disturbance.

Esen Öksüzoğlu M, Kabukçu HO · 2026 · BMC psychiatry

Background Sleep terror (ST) is a common NREM parasomnia in early childhood and may be associated with broader emotional and behavioral dysregulation. However, its links with psychopathological symptoms and nutritional biomarkers remain…

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Airway Mucus Occlusions in Ex-Smokers with and Without COPD.

Tcherner S, Durom E, Peters J et al. · 2026 · COPD

In patients with moderate-to-severe COPD, airway mucus-occlusions correlate with airflow limitation, exacerbation and mortality-risk. However, the clinical relevance of mucus-plugs in milder COPD is not well-understood. We evaluated…

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The Effect of Pessary Insertion on Pelvic Anatomy: A Prospective Observational Study Using Upright MRI.

Steen AV, Simmering JA, Perik M et al. · 2026 · BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology

Objective To determine the anatomical effect of pessaries in the upright position in women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Design Prospective observational cohort study. Setting Outpatient clinic of our gynaecology department. Population…

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