Superiority of Dynamic Stretching over Static and Combined Stretching Protocols for Repeated Sprint Performance in Elite Male Soccer Players.

This study aimed to examine the effects of different stretching techniques on repeated sprint performance and to assess the influence of the sequence in which static and dynamic stretching are performed. Ten male Division II soccer players (age: 22.80 ± 1.

A novel mRNA-based multi-epitope vaccine for rabies virus computationally designed via reverse vaccinology and immunoinformatics.

The current research investigated the development of a multi-epitope mRNA vaccine against the rabies virus on the basis of viral proteomes via the use of bioinformatic tools and reverse vaccinology. The aim of this study was to address the limitations of the currently available rabies vaccine by eliciting strong and long-lasting humoral and cellular immune responses. The cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs), helper T lymphocytes (HTLs), and linear B-cell epitopes (LBLs) were mapped and prioritized from four top-ranking vaccine targets (nucleoprotein, phosphoprotein, matrix, and glycoprotein) that were highly antigenic, nonallergenic, nontoxic, and nonhuman homologs.

Psychological and Physical Predictors of Perceived Effort in Elastic Band Training: A Velocity-Based Approach.

Background/purpose: Monitoring intensity during elastic resistance training in velocity-based training (VBT) is challenging in clinical and field settings due to the lack of validated, practical tools. This study aimed to determine whether the OMNI-Resistance Exercise Scale for elastic bands (OMNI-RES EB) is an appropriate tool for monitoring exercise intensity during squats performed at maximal intended velocity and with a 10% velocity loss during elastic resistance training within a VBT framework.

Study Type: Quasi-experimental cohort study.

Exploring Sleep Patterns in 3,475 College Students: A Comparative Study of Geographical Location, Gender, and Age.

 Sleep is a fundamental physiological process essential for maintaining overall health and optimal functioning across various cognitive, emotional, and physical domains. To cross-sectionally investigate the sleep pattern among college students according to geographical location, gender, and age.  A total of 3,475 valid responses, 3,366 from 4 continents (Africa -  = 1,095; America -  = 182; Asia -  = 1,562; Europe -  = 527); 2,075 from female students and 1,369 from male students (  = 3,444), were analyzed.

Enhancing Surgical Precision: A Systematic Review of Wearable Medical Devices for Assisted Surgery.

The integration of wearable medical devices into surgical practice has transformed the field, enabling enhanced precision, informed decision-making, and improved patient outcomes. These devices, which include biosensors and augmented reality (AR) headsets, continuously collect and provide real-time data to support surgeons during complex procedures. A key advancement in this domain is the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI), which enables these devices to analyze large datasets, generate predictive insights, and adapt to changing clinical scenarios, thus assisting in surgical decision-making.

Effect of cognitive tasks on balance abilities in U-12 gymnasts, handball players and video gamers.

: This study aimed to investigate the immediate effects of cognitive tasks on static and dynamic balance in gymnasts, handball players and video gamers under the age of 12 years, using dual-task paradigm. : A sample of 50 children under the age of 12 years was divided into three groups (i.e.

LC-MS profiling and antioxidant, antifungal, and anticancer potentials of Tunisian Allium sativum L. extracts.

Despite Garlic's (Allium. sativum) long-standing reputation for therapeutic properties, comprehensive studies on Tunisian garlic are lacking. This study aims to evaluate different Tunisian A.

Effects of progressive gaming sessions on cognitive awareness among Saudi education university students.

This study investigated the effects of progressive gaming sessions on metacognitive skills among 66 female's students in KSA university. Using a standardized Tetris gaming intervention with increasing durations (20, 30, and 40 min), we measured changes in academic performance and metacognitive abilities by standardized tests and the Arabic State Metacognitive Inventory. Results showed academic performance significantly improved during 20-min sessions compared to baseline but declined during longer 30 and 40-min sessions (F = 7.

Empowering Obese Children in Physical Education: Exploring the Influence of Verbal Encouragement on Games Intensity, Mood States, and Physical Enjoyment during Passing Games.

This study aimed to assess the impact of physical education teachers' verbal encouragements on the psychophysiological aspects, physical enjoyment, and mood states of obese children (OC) in a physical education context. Sixteen OC students (mean age = 13.81 ± 0.

Efficient and easy gene expression and genetic variation data analysis and visualization using exvar.

RNA sequencing data manipulation workflows are complex and require various skills and tools. This creates the need for user-friendly and integrated genomic data analysis and visualization tools. We developed a novel R package using multiple Cran and Bioconductor packages to perform gene expression analysis and genetic variant calling from RNA sequencing data.

Effects of Accentuated Eccentric and Maximal Strength High-Resistance Training Programs with or Without a Curcumin-Based Formulation Supplement on Body Composition, Blood Pressure, and Metabolic Parameters in Older Adults.

Background/objectives: This study compared the effects of high-resistance training (RT) programs, with or without curcumin supplementation, on variables commonly associated with metabolic syndrome (MetS), including body composition, blood pressure, and metabolic parameters.

Methods: Eighty-one older adults at risk of MetS (BMI > 25 kg/m, fat mass > 32%, and systolic blood pressure > 130 mmHg in half of the participants) were randomly assigned to six groups, which were comprised as follows: four experimental groups involving either accentuated eccentric or maximal strength RT with curcumin or placebo and two control groups receiving either curcumin or placebo. Experimental groups completed a 16-week full-body RT with elastic bands, while controls did not exercise.

Effects of neuromuscular versus stretching training performed during the warm-up on measures of physical fitness and mental well-being in highly-trained pubertal male soccer players.

While there is ample evidence on the effects of neuromuscular training (NMT) and stretching training on selected measures of physical fitness in young athletes, less is known on the mental well-being effects. Here, we aimed to examine the effects of NMT versus stretching training (ST) performed during the warm-up and active control (CG) on selected physical fitness measures and mental well-being in highly-trained male pubertal soccer players. A secondary aim was to investigate associations between training-induced changes in physical fitness and mental well-being.

AI-Driven Radiology Report Generation for Traumatic Brain Injuries.

Traumatic brain injuries present significant diagnostic challenges in emergency medicine, where the timely interpretation of medical images is crucial for patient outcomes. In this paper, we propose a novel AI-based approach for automatic radiology report generation tailored to cranial trauma cases. Our model integrates an AC-BiFPN with a Transformer architecture to capture and process complex medical imaging data such as CT and MRI scans.

Acute effect of short-duration static stretching exercises on dynamic balance in U-14 female athletes.

: The acute effects of static stretching (SS) on dynamic balance, a key fitness component that contributes to injury prevention, has been a subject of significant debate. This study aimed to investigate the acute effect of short-duration SS exercises on dynamic balance following different recovery durations in youth female volleyball players. : Thirteen volunteers U-14 female players were included.

Ecogenomic insights into the resilience of keystone Blastococcus Species in extreme environments: a comprehensive analysis.

Background: The stone-dwelling genus Blastococcus plays a key role in ecosystems facing extreme conditions such as drought, salinity, alkalinity, and heavy metal contamination. Despite its ecological significance, little is known about the genomic factors underpinning its adaptability and resilience in such harsh environments. This study investigates the genomic basis of Blastococcus's adaptability within its specific microniches, offering insights into its potential for biotechnological applications.

More injury stoppage time in women compared to men in elite level football tournaments: Retrospective comparison of match injuries in 2018 FIFA Men's World Cup and 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.

To identify the incidence of injury time-out due to field injuries in highest level professional football (soccer) international tournaments and to compare the features of these incidents between men's and women's football. The incidence of stoppage time due to incidents and the resulting injury characteristics of professional football players participating in the 2018 FIFA Men's World Cup (MWC) in Russia and the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup (WWC) in France were examined retrospectively through video analysis. In the 2018 MWC, a total of 123 injury time-outs with 132 treatments occurred in 64 matches, while in the 2019 WWC, 142 incidents with 150 injured players were recorded in 52 matches.

The effect of blended learning on tacking technique improvement in preteen sailing.

This study investigates the effects of two blended learning strategies on improving tacking technique in Optimist sailing among children aged 11-13. Specifically, it compares video feedback with online written instructions (BLIV) and online written instructions only (BLI). Thirty-one children aged 11-13 years old were randomly divided into three groups with different learning strategies: BLIV, BLI, and a control group (CONT).

Effects of Drop Jump Training on Physical Fitness in Highly Trained Young Male Volleyball Players: Comparing Maximal Rebound Height and Standard Drop Height Training.

Background: Drop height has previously been used as an effective programming parameter in plyometric jump training. Less is known about the usage of maximal rebound jump height from a distinct drop height as a parameter for individualized plyometric jump training. Hence, the aim of this study was to contrast the effects of two different drop jump (DJ) training modalities using either the individualized maximal rebound height (MRHT) or a standard (SDHT) drop height on selected measures of physical fitness in young volleyball players.

Injury Profiling in Male Police Cadets During Initial Training Phase: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Musculoskeletal injuries during the "Initial Training Phase" (ITP) are a major medical problem faced by law enforcement agencies worldwide. Aiming to develop an injury prevention strategy, we examined the incidence, type, associated factors, and severity of injuries and secondarily tracked their evolution over time by batches in a police academy. A retrospective cohort study was conducted using prospectively collected injury data on 979 newly recruited male police cadets enrolled in eight batches between 2015 and 2023.

The effects of three types of balance training programs on measures of balance and muscle power in prepubertal children: A randomized controlled trial.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of static (SBT), quasi-dynamic (QDBT), and dynamic (DBT) balance training on balance and muscle power performance in prepubertal children.

Design: Randomized, controlled trial design.

Methods: Fifty-six children (10 and 11 years) were randomly assigned to static (n = 14), quasi-dynamic (n = 14) and dynamic balance training (n = 15), or a control group (n = 13).

Reliability of single-leg maximal dynamic strength performance and inter-limb asymmetries in pre-pubertal soccer players. The influence of maturity in asymmetries.

The aims of this repeated measures study were (I) to determine the reliability of single-leg squat 1RM and inter-limb asymmetries in pre-pubertal athletes, and (II) to assess associations between bilateral and/or unilateral squat 1RM performance, inter-limb asymmetries, and participants' chronological and biological age. Thirty-one soccer players (age [mean ± standard deviation] = 8.48 ± 0.

Age, Sex, and Training Specific Effects on Cross-Education Training.

An extensive number of publications have examined cross-education effects with adults, primarily investigating contralateral homologous (same) muscles. There are far fewer investigations on cross-education effects on contralateral heterologous (different) muscles and age (youth vs adult) and no studies investigating sex differences. Hence, the objective was to compare cross-education in female and male youth and young adults to contralateral homologous (chest press [CP], elbow flexors and extensors, handgrip isometric strength, and shot put) and heterologous (leg press, knee extension isometric strength, and countermovement jump) muscles.

Switch to pollution control bonds, else carbon risk will switch us: Evidence from the U.S. electric utility firms.

This study explores the implications and effectiveness of pollution control bonds (PCBs) in reducing carbon risk, focusing on a sample of 242 U S. electric utility firms from 2012 to 2022. The research investigates the association of PCB issuances with (i) absolute (unscaled) carbon emissions levels and their three scopes; and (ii) carbon emissions intensity and its three scopes.