Publications by authors named "F Korkmaz"
Vasopressin (AVP), a nonapeptide synthesized predominantly by magnocellular hypothalamic neurons, is conveyed to the posterior pituitary the pituitary stalk, where AVP is secreted into the circulation. Known to regulate blood pressure and water homeostasis, it also modulates diverse social behaviors, such as pair-bonding, social recognition and cognition in mammals including humans. Importantly, AVP modulates social behaviors in a gender-specific manner, perhaps, due to gender differences in the distribution in the brain of AVP and its main receptor AVPR1a.
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- High levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in post-menopausal women are linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease (AD), as shown by studies in mice.
- Mice lacking FSH receptors displayed improved spatial memory, indicating that blocking FSH signaling can help prevent memory loss related to aging and AD-like pathology.
- The findings suggest that targeting FSH could be a potential strategy for preventing memory deficits in post-menopausal women.
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- This meta-analysis examined the relationship between specific gene polymorphisms and endurance athlete performance, focusing on five genes believed to influence physical performance and related biological processes.
- A total of 20 relevant studies published from 2009 to 2023 were analyzed after screening 329 articles for eligibility based on specific criteria.
- Findings revealed no significant differences in allele and genotype frequencies between endurance athletes and control groups for most genes, but the results for the gene rs12594956 were noted as distinct.
Aim: The study was conducted to determine nurses' experiences with electronic patient record systems and their suggestions for incorporating them into undergraduate nursing education.
Background: The integration of computers into healthcare represents one of the most significant developments of the 21st century. Understanding nursing professionals' experiences with electronic patient record systems and the innovations they seek in teaching can provide effective methods for training future users.