S. Ando

Predictive visual patterns during table tennis forehand rallies

This study identifies visual patterns of skilled table tennis players during forehand rallies, showing they focus on the opponent's motion rather than the ball for most of the rally time.

Analysis of IGHA1 and other salivary proteins post half marathon in female participants

This study examines changes in salivary proteins, including IGHA1, in female participants before and after a half marathon, finding suppressed antimicrobial proteins and positive correlations among stress markers.

Discovery of S-217622, a Non-Covalent Oral SARS-CoV-2 3CL Protease Inhibitor Clinical Candidate for Treating COVID-19

This paper describes the discovery of S-217622, an oral non-covalent SARS-CoV-2 3CL protease inhibitor showing antiviral activity and favorable pharmacokinetics in preclinical studies.

Multidrug treatment with nelfinavir and cepharanthine against COVID-19

This study identifies a new multidrug combination treatment for COVID-19 using nelfinavir and cepharanthine, showing synergistic antiviral effects and improved disease control.

Targeting STAT3 signalling using stabilised sulforaphane (SFX-01) inhibits endocrine resistant stem-like cells in ER-positive breast cancer

This study shows that SFX-01 reduces CSC activity in ER+ breast cancer by inhibiting STAT3 signaling, improving outcomes in endocrine-resistant models.

Development of the Brief Personal Values Inventory for sense of values in the Japanese general population

The paper develops a shorter questionnaire, BPVI, to assess sense of values in Japanese adults, showing it aligns with Schwartz's value theory and is suitable for comparing values across age groups.