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  1. Article ; Online: Letter to the Editor.

    Treleaven, Julia / Thomas, Lucy / Jull, Gwendolen / Liang, Zhiqi

    Clinical rehabilitation

    2023  Volume 37, Issue 12, Page(s) 1717–1718

    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 639276-3
    ISSN 1477-0873 ; 0269-2155
    ISSN (online) 1477-0873
    ISSN 0269-2155
    DOI 10.1177/02692155231180718
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  2. Article ; Online: How to Treat

    Belani, Neel / Liang, Katherine / Fradley, Michael / Judd, Julia / Borghaei, Hossein

    JACC. CardioOncology

    2023  Volume 5, Issue 4, Page(s) 542–545

    Abstract: Mutations in ... ...

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    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-27
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2666-0873
    ISSN (online) 2666-0873
    DOI 10.1016/j.jaccao.2023.04.005
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  3. Article ; Online: Subgrouping individuals with migraine associated neck pain for targeted management.

    Liang, Zhiqi / Thomas, Lucy / Jull, Gwendolen / Treleaven, Julia

    Musculoskeletal science & practice

    2023  Volume 66, Page(s) 102801

    Abstract: Introduction: Neck pain is one of the most common and burdensome symptoms associated with migraine. Many individuals with migraine and neck pain seek neck treatment, but evidence for such treatment is limited. Most studies have treated this population ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Neck pain is one of the most common and burdensome symptoms associated with migraine. Many individuals with migraine and neck pain seek neck treatment, but evidence for such treatment is limited. Most studies have treated this population as a homogenous group, providing uniform cervical interventions that have yet to show clinically important effects. However, different neurophysiological and musculoskeletal mechanisms can underlie neck pain in migraine. Targeting treatment to specific underlying mechanisms may therefore be the key to improving treatment outcomes. Our research characterised neck pain mechanisms and identified subgroups based on cervical musculoskeletal function and cervical hypersensitivity. This suggests that specific management aimed towards addressing mechanisms relevant to each subgroup might be beneficial.
    Purpose: This paper explains our research approach and findings to date. Potential management strategies for the identified subgroups and future research directions are discussed.
    Implications: Clinicians should perform skilled physical examination with the aim of identifying if patterns of cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction and or hypersensitivity are present in the individual patient. There is currently no research into treatments differentiated for subgroups to address specific underlying mechanisms. It is possible that neck treatments addressing musculoskeletal impairments may be most beneficial for those subgroups where neck pain is primarily due to musculoskeletal dysfunction. Future research should define treatment aims and select specific subgroups for targeted management to determine which treatments are most effective for each subgroup.
    Trial registration: Not applicable.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Neck Pain ; Migraine Disorders/therapy ; Neck ; Physical Examination ; Treatment Outcome
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-14
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2888772-4
    ISSN 2468-7812
    ISSN (online) 2468-7812
    DOI 10.1016/j.msksp.2023.102801
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  4. Article ; Online: Validation of Brief Condom Use Attitudes Scales for Spanish-Speaking People Who Use Crack Cocaine in El Salvador.

    Beachy, Sara / Lechuga, Julia / Dickson-Gomez, Julia / Liang, Christopher T H

    Archives of sexual behavior

    2022  Volume 51, Issue 5, Page(s) 2679–2688

    Abstract: People who use crack cocaine (PWUCC) are a population severely impacted by a concentrated epidemic of HIV. Behavioral interventions to prevent and treat HIV among PWUCC have been implemented around the world including in low- and middle-income countries ... ...

    Abstract People who use crack cocaine (PWUCC) are a population severely impacted by a concentrated epidemic of HIV. Behavioral interventions to prevent and treat HIV among PWUCC have been implemented around the world including in low- and middle-income countries which have been disproportionately affected by HIV. However, few studies have validated and assessed psychometric properties of measures on PWUCC, especially in transnational populations. Our sample was comprised of 1324 PWUCC, Spanish mono-lingual speakers, residing in the metropolitan area of San Salvador, El Salvador. Exploratory factor analysis and subsequent confirmatory factor analysis using statistical softwares SPSS and Amos were conducted on three abbreviated and translated condom use attitude measures (i.e., Condom Use Attitudes Scale-Spanish Short Form, Condom Use Social Norm-Spanish Short Form [CUSN-SSF], Condom Use Self-Efficacy-Spanish Short Form). Convergent validity was examined by computing bivariate correlations between the scales and condom use and sexually transmitted disease diagnosis. Results indicated that a two-factor, 8-item correlated model for the CUAS-SSF scale had an excellent fit and adequate reliability (α = .76). The confirmatory factor analysis for the 5-item CUSN-SSF scale indicated a satisfactory fit with 3 of 6 fit indices indicating adequate fit. Analysis of the two-factor 5-item CUSE-SSF scale indicated satisfactory fit and adequate reliability (α = .84). There were significant correlations between all measures and with self-reported condom use. Results indicate that these brief measures are reliable and valid and can be utilized to assess the effectiveness of HIV risk reduction interventions among Spanish-speaking PWUCC.
    MeSH term(s) Condoms ; Crack Cocaine ; El Salvador ; HIV Infections/prevention & control ; Humans ; Psychometrics ; Reproducibility of Results ; Surveys and Questionnaires
    Chemical Substances Crack Cocaine
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-04
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 184221-3
    ISSN 1573-2800 ; 0004-0002
    ISSN (online) 1573-2800
    ISSN 0004-0002
    DOI 10.1007/s10508-021-02193-4
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  5. Article ; Online: Providing Evidence for Dogma: Risk of Epistaxis After COVID-19 Nasal-Screening Swab.

    Block-Wheeler, Nikolas R / Wei, Julia / Weintraub, Miranda R / Liang, Jonathan

    Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

    2023  Volume 169, Issue 1, Page(s) 47–54

    Abstract: Objective: There is anecdotal evidence SARS-CoV-2 (COVID) RT-PCR screening nasal swabs confer an elevated epistaxis risk. We aimed to assess the association between epistaxis and exposure to a COVID nasal swab.: Study design: A matched pairs design ... ...

    Abstract Objective: There is anecdotal evidence SARS-CoV-2 (COVID) RT-PCR screening nasal swabs confer an elevated epistaxis risk. We aimed to assess the association between epistaxis and exposure to a COVID nasal swab.
    Study design: A matched pairs design was used.
    Setting: The study was performed in a single, integrated health care system.
    Methods: All patients who received a single COVID nasal swab at our institution between April 2020 and March 2021 were included. McNemar's test was used to compare rates of epistaxis between the 7 days following the index COVID swab (hazard period), and the 7 days preceding the index COVID swab (control period). Conditional logistic regression was used to evaluate sociodemographic and clinical risk factors for epistaxis.
    Results: A total of 827,987 participants were included, with 1047 epistaxis encounters. The prevalence of epistaxis during the hazard and control periods were 0.08% and 0.04%, respectively. Swab exposure was associated with 1.92-fold odds of epistaxis during the hazard period (95% confidence interval [1.73, 2.12]). Older age, Asian/Pacific Islander (PI) (compared to white), male sex, hypertension, prior facial trauma, and warfarin or direct-acting oral anticoagulant use were also associated with significantly increased odds of epistaxis (p ≦ 0.01).
    Conclusion: COVID nasal swabs are associated with increased odds of epistaxis. Physicians should counsel patients, particularly those at the highest risk, including a history of prior facial trauma, anticoagulants/antiplatelets, or hypertension.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; COVID-19/complications ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Epistaxis/diagnosis ; Epistaxis/epidemiology ; Epistaxis/etiology ; Specimen Handling ; Hypertension
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-29
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 392085-9
    ISSN 1097-6817 ; 0161-6439 ; 0194-5998
    ISSN (online) 1097-6817
    ISSN 0161-6439 ; 0194-5998
    DOI 10.1002/ohn.253
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  6. Article ; Online: Individual perceptions on the relationship between migraine and neck pain.

    Schulz, Michael / Xu, Wenrui / Treleaven, Julia / Thomas, Lucy / Liang, Zhiqi

    Musculoskeletal science & practice

    2023  Volume 66, Page(s) 102812

    Abstract: Background: Despite neck pain being a common complaint for people with migraine, little is known about how individuals perceive the relationship between their migraine and neck pain. Exploring their beliefs and perceptions could provide valuable ... ...

    Abstract Background: Despite neck pain being a common complaint for people with migraine, little is known about how individuals perceive the relationship between their migraine and neck pain. Exploring their beliefs and perceptions could provide valuable understanding to improve overall management and reduce the burden of migraine and neck pain.
    Objectives: To investigate individual perspectives on how migraine and neck pain relate.
    Methods: A retrospective qualitative study was performed. Seventy participants (mean age 39.2, 60 female) were recruited via community and social media advertisements, and interviewed by an experienced physiotherapist using a semi-structured interview framework. An Inductive thematic analysis was used to analyse the responses.
    Results: Five themes were identified from the interviews: (i) the timing of neck pain and migraine, (ii) causality beliefs, (iii) burden of neck pain and migraine, (iv) experiences with treatment and (v) mismatched perspectives. Diverse views emerged, revealing links between the first two themes of timing and causality, showing increased burden in those suffering from both neck pain and migraine, and providing insights into apparently ineffective or even aggravating treatments.
    Conclusions: Valuable insights for clinicians emerged. Due to the complex relationship, clinicians should discuss the aetiology of neck pain in migraine with patients. For some individuals, neck treatment may not produce long-term relief and may even aggravate migraine, but the value of short-term relief in a chronic condition must be considered individually. Clinicians are ideally placed to have discussions with patients individually to tailor individual decisions about management.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Female ; Neck Pain ; Retrospective Studies ; Migraine Disorders/therapy ; Chronic Disease ; Qualitative Research
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-25
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2888772-4
    ISSN 2468-7812
    ISSN (online) 2468-7812
    DOI 10.1016/j.msksp.2023.102812
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  7. Article ; Online: A repository of COVID-19 related molecular dynamics simulations and utilisation in the context of nsp10-nsp16 antivirals.

    Liang, Julia J / Pitsillou, Eleni / Hung, Andrew / Karagiannis, Tom C

    Journal of molecular graphics & modelling

    2023  Volume 126, Page(s) 108666

    Abstract: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic highlighted the importance of establishing systems and infrastructure to develop vaccines, antiviral drugs, and therapeutic antibodies against emerging pathogens. Typical drug discovery processes involve ... ...

    Abstract The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic highlighted the importance of establishing systems and infrastructure to develop vaccines, antiviral drugs, and therapeutic antibodies against emerging pathogens. Typical drug discovery processes involve targeting suitable proteins to effect pathogen replication or to attenuate host responses, by examining either large chemical databases or protein-protein interactions. Following initial screens, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations are critical for gaining further insight into molecular interactions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many research groups made their simulations widely available, as highlighted by the comprehensive D.E. Shaw Research trajectory database. To investigate protein target sites and evaluate potential lead compounds, we performed over 300 MD simulations relating to COVID-19. We organised our simulations into a repository, which is publicly available at https://epimedlab.org/trajectories/. The trajectories cover a large part of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) proteome, and the majority of our MD simulations focused on the identification of potential antivirals. For example, we focused on the S-adenosyl-l-methionine binding site of the nsp10-nsp16 complex, a critical component of viral replication, revealing verbascoside as a potential lead. Moreover, we utilised MD trajectories to explore the interface between the spike protein receptor binding domain and human angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 receptor, with the ultimate aim being investigation of new variants in real-time. Overall, MD simulations are a critical component of the in silico drug discovery process and as highlighted throughout the pandemic, data sharing enables accelerated progress. We have organised our extensive collection of COVID-19 related MD trajectories into an easily accessible repository.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19 ; Molecular Dynamics Simulation ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Pandemics ; Antiviral Agents/pharmacology ; Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use ; Antiviral Agents/chemistry
    Chemical Substances Antiviral Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1396450-1
    ISSN 1873-4243 ; 1093-3263
    ISSN (online) 1873-4243
    ISSN 1093-3263
    DOI 10.1016/j.jmgm.2023.108666
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  8. Article ; Online: The temporal behaviour of migraine related neck pain does not inform on the origin of neck pain: An observational study.

    Liang, Zhiqi / Thomas, Lucy / Jull, Gwendolen / Treleaven, Julia

    Musculoskeletal science & practice

    2022  Volume 58, Page(s) 102522

    Abstract: Background: Clinicians seek to identify associations between pain behaviours to understand if symptoms are related or separate conditions. This study determined whether the temporal behaviour of migraine related neck pain related to i) the presence of ... ...

    Abstract Background: Clinicians seek to identify associations between pain behaviours to understand if symptoms are related or separate conditions. This study determined whether the temporal behaviour of migraine related neck pain related to i) the presence of cervical musculoskeletal function or ii) migraine hypersensitivity.
    Methods: Cross-sectional study of migraineurs with neck pain (n = 110). Participants reported daily for one month via an online survey, on migraine and other headaches, neck symptoms, location of onset and self-identified triggers. Allodynia Symptom Checklist (ASC12), Pressure pain thresholds (PPTs), and presence or absence of cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction were also assessed.
    Results: The temporal behaviours of neck pain in 92 participants (46 migraine only, 46 migraine plus another headache) were categorised as: i) ictal only (n = 42), ii) ictal and infrequent interictal (n = 26), iii) ictal and frequent interictal (n = 17), and iv) undecipherable (n = 7). Cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction was present in 43%. Temporal behaviours of neck pain were not associated with cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction (p = 1.00 and 0.21), nor related to ASC12, PPTs, headache triggers, neck pain, nor region of symptom onset, whether migraine only or migraine and another headache was reported (p = 0.29 to 0.97).
    Conclusion: Individuals with migraine present with varied behaviours of neck pain in relation to the headache. As temporal behaviour is not informative, a physical examination is needed to negate or confirm a cervical source of neck pain in migraine.
    MeSH term(s) Cross-Sectional Studies ; Headache ; Humans ; Migraine Disorders/diagnosis ; Neck Muscles ; Neck Pain
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-31
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Observational Study
    ZDB-ID 2888772-4
    ISSN 2468-7812
    ISSN (online) 2468-7812
    DOI 10.1016/j.msksp.2022.102522
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  9. Article ; Online: The Neck Disability Index Reflects Allodynia and Headache Disability but Not Cervical Musculoskeletal Dysfunction in Migraine.

    Liang, Zhiqi / Thomas, Lucy / Jull, Gwendolen / Treleaven, Julia

    Physical therapy

    2022  Volume 102, Issue 5

    Abstract: Objective: The Neck Disability Index (NDI) is a self-rated disability tool originally developed for whiplash-associated disorders and validated in cervical musculoskeletal conditions. It is now commonly used to assess neck disability in migraine, but it ...

    Abstract Objective: The Neck Disability Index (NDI) is a self-rated disability tool originally developed for whiplash-associated disorders and validated in cervical musculoskeletal conditions. It is now commonly used to assess neck disability in migraine, but it is unknown whether NDI scores relate to migraine and hypersensitivity, cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction, or both. This single-blinded observational study aimed to determine whether the presence of cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction, migraine features, and hypersensitivity predict NDI scores and whether alternate versions of the NDI (NDI-physical, NDI-8, NDI-5) relate more to cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction.
    Methods: Migraine and neck pain features, the Headache Impact Test (HIT-6), NDI, Allodynia Symptom Checklist (ASC12), and pressure pain thresholds were assessed in 104 participants with migraine and neck pain, 45 previously identified with cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction and 59 without. The NDI score was regressed on the presence or absence of cervical dysfunction, migraine features, HIT-6, total pressure pain threshold, and ASC12 while accounting for neck pain features. The presence of cervical dysfunction was regressed on the scores of NDI versions.
    Results: The ASC12 (standardized ß = 0.20) and HIT-6 (standardized ß = 0.18) were significantly predictive of total NDI score, as were neck pain intensity (standardized ß = 0.32) and frequency (standardized ß = 0.44). No scores from alternate NDI versions related to cervical dysfunction.
    Conclusion: The NDI score is a complex measure of neck disability influenced by migraine disability and hypersensitivity beyond the presence of cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction. This has implications for the clinical interpretation of NDI scores in patients with migraine.
    Impact: Many patients with migraine and neck pain report neck disability; therefore, it is important to understand if migraine impacts neck disability. The results of this study indicate that clinicians need to consider migraine-related disability and hypersensitivity when managing neck disability in this population.
    MeSH term(s) Cervical Vertebrae ; Disability Evaluation ; Headache ; Humans ; Hyperalgesia ; Migraine Disorders/complications ; Neck Pain
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-17
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Observational Study ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 415886-6
    ISSN 1538-6724 ; 0031-9023
    ISSN (online) 1538-6724
    ISSN 0031-9023
    DOI 10.1093/ptj/pzac027
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  10. Article ; Online: Voltage-Modulated van der Waals Interaction in Single-Molecule Junctions.

    Wei, Yujing / Li, Liang / Greenwald, Julia E / Venkataraman, Latha

    Nano letters

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 2, Page(s) 567–572

    Abstract: Understanding how molecular geometry affects the electronic properties of single-molecule junctions experimentally has been challenging. Typically, metal-molecule-metal junctions are measured using a break-junction method where electrode separation is ... ...

    Abstract Understanding how molecular geometry affects the electronic properties of single-molecule junctions experimentally has been challenging. Typically, metal-molecule-metal junctions are measured using a break-junction method where electrode separation is mechanically evolving during measurement. Here, to probe the impact of the junction geometry on conductance, we apply a sinusoidal modulation to the molecular junction electrode position. Simultaneously, we probe the nonlinearity of the current-voltage characteristics of each junction through a modulation in the applied bias at a different frequency. In turn, we show that junctions formed with molecules that have different molecule-electrode interfaces exhibit statistically distinguishable Fourier-transformed conductances. In particular, we find a marked bias dependence for the modulation of junctions where transmission is mediated thorough the van der Waals (vdW) interaction. We attribute our findings to voltage-modulated vdW interactions at the single-molecule level.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-05
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1530-6992
    ISSN (online) 1530-6992
    DOI 10.1021/acs.nanolett.2c04098
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