Higher plasma leucine is associated with increased risk of new‐onset myocardial infarction. Leucine deprivation alleviates advanced atherosclerosis in mice. Tumor‐induced leucine deprivation reprograms macrophage metabolism and increases CD5Lhi macrophages in mouse plaques. Mechanistically, leucine deficiency reduced SLC7A5‐PGAM5 binding in macrophages,
Shan Zhong +22 more
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Exploring the association between polycystic ovary syndrome and female sexual dysfunction: a cross-sectional study. [PDF]
Smith T +6 more
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CD147/Basigin: From Integrative Molecular Hub to Translational Therapeutic Target
This review conceptualizes CD147 as a fundamental “Energy‐Structure Coupler,” physically bridging metabolic flux (via MCTs) with morphogenetic plasticity (via integrins/MMPs) to drive cancer, infection, and autoimmunity. Addressing the “specificity paradox” that limits current translation, the authors chart a strategic roadmap—spanning logic‐gated ...
Xiang‐Min Yang +2 more
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Impact of COVID-19-induced psychological distress on sexual quality of life and care delivery among healthcare workers: a scoping review protocol of global evidence. [PDF]
Ansah EW +3 more
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“Time Is Brain” – for Cell Therapies
The concept that “time is brain” extends to stem cell therapy for stroke. Evidence across preclinical and clinical studies indicates that delivery timing shapes graft survival, integration, and efficacy by matching the evolving post‐stroke microenvironment.
Hao Yin +4 more
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Association between a history of frequent masturbation and anxiety/depression in patients with psychogenic erectile dysfunction. [PDF]
Yang J, Wu W, Zhao Y, Liu J.
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Microglial GPR35 Ameliorates Epileptogenesis and Neuroinflammation via PDGFA Domain 2 Signaling
Activation of microglial G protein–coupled receptor 35 (GPR35) by L‐kynurenic acid (L‐Kyna) initiates a platelet‐derived growth factor A (PDGFA)–dependent phosphoinositide 3‐kinase–protein kinase B (PI3K–AKT) signaling cascade that dampens hippocampal neuroinflammation, thereby restraining epileptogenesis, lowering seizure susceptibility, and ...
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Clinical review of how glucagon-like peptide-1 agonist obesity medications decrease sexual desire, and a biopsychosocial model for why we don't 'see' it. [PDF]
Gelfand ST, Tveit MC, Simon JA.
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Resilient Calvarial Bone Marrow Supports Retinal Repair in Type 2 Diabetes
Skull bone (calvarium) marrow in diabetic mice stay structurally intact and keeps making blood cells, unlike the bone marrow of the leg bones. The skull marrow is exposed to cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which contains protective molecules called oxysterols.
Bright Asare‐Bediako +16 more
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Sexual health interventions for treating sexual dysfunction in women with female genital mutilation: A systematic review. [PDF]
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