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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Aminoglycosides induce immune activation but is insufficient for systemic viral control: a double-blind randomized-controlled clinical trial.

Sivanandam P, Syenina A, Chan YF et al. · 2026 · Communications medicine

Background Mucosally-applied aminoglycosides have demonstrated host-directed antiviral activity in preclinical models through induction of interferon-stimulated genes (ISGs). However, it remains unknown if systemically administered…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Concurrent chemoradiotherapy plus nimotuzumab versus chemoradiotherapy alone for locoregionally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma with a suboptimal response to induction chemotherapy: a randomized phase 2 trial.

Liu LT, Sun XS, Quan TT et al. · 2026 · Nature communications

Induction chemotherapy (IC) followed by concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) is the standard treatment for locoregionally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma (LA-NPC); however, patients with a suboptimal response to IC, defined as detectable…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Pre-Post Motor-Cognitive and Shooting Performance Patterns in Security-Force Applicants During a Fixed-Order Acute-Load Protocol: A Descriptive Pilot Study.

Němá K, Kačúr P, Kozák T et al. · 2026 · Journal of functional morphology and kinesiology

Background: Operational performance in security-force settings depends on maintaining accurate motor-cognitive and shooting performance under acute physical strain. This descriptive pilot study examined pre-post performance patterns during…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Evaluation of the FMDV 2.1 dry RT-rtPCR prototype assay for detection of foot-and-mouth disease virus in lymph nodes.

Moabelo KC, Rauh R, Loots A et al. · 2026 · Journal of veterinary diagnostic investigation : official publication of the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, Inc

We evaluated the performance of the FMDV 2.1 dry RT-rtPCR prototype assay (Tetracore) to detect foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV) in lymph nodes. Various masses (20-100 mg) of FMDV-negative lymph node tissue were homogenized, diluted,…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Baseline Data on Viral Suppression, Treatment Adherence and Mental Health in Peripartum Girls and Young Women With HIV in Zimbabwe.

Chawana-Mutingwende TD, Ngara B, Mudadi LS et al. · 2026 · Journal of the International AIDS Society

Introduction Peripartum adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) with HIV have lower viral suppression compared to older women. But the recently introduced dolutegravir-based regimens and psychosocial peer motivation may improve viral…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

C-reactive protein in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid as a potential biomarker of bacterial bronchopneumonia in dogs.

Giampaolo T, Liotard MG, Cadoré JL et al. · 2026 · Journal of veterinary diagnostic investigation : official publication of the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, Inc

Diagnosis of canine bacterial bronchopneumonia (bBP) is challenging and mostly based on bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) cytology and bacterial culture (BC) results. However, bacterial contamination of BALF is frequent, intracellular…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Assessment of Dried Plasma Spots (DPS) as an Appropriate Sample Matrix for the Measurement of Circulating Calretinin, a Biomarker for Mesothelioma-A Proof-Of-Concept Study.

Gleichenhagen J, Kaiser N, Brüning T et al. · 2026 · Journal of clinical laboratory analysis

Background Microsampling using filter cards for dried blood spots (DBS) and dried plasma spots (DPS) is a well-established technique offering practical advantages for blood collection and subsequent processing. For DBS/DPS, only a small…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Immediate effects of extracorporeal shockwave, ultrasound, and shortwave diathermy in non-specific low back pain: A single-session randomized trial.

Arovah NI, Kushartanti W, Ambardini RL · 2026 · Rehabilitacion

Background and objective Nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition. This study examined the immediate effects of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), ultrasound therapy (UST), and shortwave diathermy…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Longitudinal associations between depression, substance use, and immune activation and inflammation: A secondary analysis of men who have sex with men living with HIV in Brazil (HPTN 063).

Cherenack EM, Larson ME, Roach ME et al. · 2026 · Brain, behavior, and immunity

Background Limited research has examined the longitudinal interplay of depression, substance use, and immune dysregulation among men with HIV. Methods We analyzed longitudinal data from 100 men who have sex with men (MSM) living with HIV…

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Failed Experiment Report

Semaglutide promotes intramuscular fat formation after injury

Noble C, Geller D, Urs N et al. · 2026 · Preprint

Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) have become defining therapies in the management of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Despite recent interest in the effects of GLP-1RA therapy on skeletal muscle, their influence on muscle…

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Failed Experiment ReportOpen accessMedicine

Semaglutide

· 2006

Semaglutide was not detectable in the milk of mothers taking the drug subcutaneously. Their breastfed infants experienced no adverse effects. Some brands of oral semaglutide, such as Rybelsus, contain the absorption enhancer salcaprozate…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Educational Impact of a 30-Minute Ultrasound Training Lecture on Medial Meniscus Extrusion Measurements: A Pilot Study of Intra- and Inter-rater Reliability Among Novice Students.

Tozawa R, Ishii N, Minamoto Y · 2026 · Cureus

Background Medial meniscus extrusion (MME) is a pivotal biomarker for knee osteoarthritis progression. Although ultrasonography offers a dynamic and cost-effective MME assessment, its clinical utility is often limited by the perceived high…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Evaluation of the validity and reliability of the Meloq EasyBase force platform for assessing jump performance and balance parameters.

Arslan SG, Gultekinler BD · 2026 · BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation

Background Force platforms are widely used to assess postural stability and vertical jump performance, yet their cost and limited portability restrict routine clinical and field-based use. The Meloq EasyBase force platform offers a…

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Failed Experiment ReportOpen accessMedicine

The Effects of Conservative Fluid Management and Active Deresuscitation on Markers of Tissue Perfusion, Kidney Injury, and Vascular Injury in Critically Ill Adults: A Secondary Analysis of the Role of Active Deresuscitation After Resuscitation-2 (RADAR-2) Trial.

McMullan RR, McGrath C, Cody N et al. · 2026 · Critical care explorations

Objectives Test the hypothesis that conservative fluid management with active deresuscitation would not adversely affect tissue perfusion or kidney injury and would be associated with reduced vascular injury compared with usual care.…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Baseline Procalcitonin and C-Reactive Protein Levels in Asymptomatic Individuals From West Africa With and Without <i>P. falciparum</i> Parasitemia.

Strauss R, Wafula ST, Kobbe R et al. · 2026 · Open forum infectious diseases

We assessed baseline C-reactive protein (CRP) and procalcitonin levels in asymptomatic individuals from malaria-endemic West Africa. C-reactive protein remained unaffected by Plasmodium falciparum parasitemia, while procalcitonin (PCT) was…

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