Predicting the shield effectiveness of carbon fiber reinforced mortars utilizing metaheuristic algorithms by Mana Alyami, Irfan Ullah, Furqan Ahmad, Hisham Alabduljabbar

“…Recent studies on carbon fiber-reinforced mortars for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding have predominantly relied on practical experiments to investigate the correlation between shielding effectiveness (SE) and design attributes. However, these experiments are resource intensive. …”
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Impact of sleep deprivation on colon cancer: Unraveling the KynA-P4HA2-HIF-1α axis in tumor lipid metabolism and metastasis by Zuojie Peng, Jia Song, Wenzhong Zhu, Haijun Bao, Yuan Hu, Yongping Shi, Xukai Cheng, Mi Jiang, Feifei Fang, Jinhuang Chen, Xiaogang Shu

“…The occurrence of liver metastases is an important factor in the mortality of colon cancer patients. However, the relationship between sleep deprivation and liver metastases from colon cancer has not been elucidated. …”
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The microbiome of Total Suspended Particles and its influence on the respiratory microbiome of healthy office workers by Giulia Solazzo, Sabrina Rovelli, Simona Iodice, Matthew Chung, Michael Frimpong, Valentina Bollati, Luca Ferrari, Elodie Ghedin

“…Air particulate matter (PM) is widely recognized for its potential to negatively affect human health, including changes in the upper respiratory microbiome. However, research on PM-associated microbiota remains limited and mostly focused on PM (e.g., PM2.5 and PM10). …”
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The perioperative analgesic effects of thoracolumbar interfacial block and erector spinae plane block for open lumbar fusion: a randomized controlled trial by V. H. Phuong, Tran Viet Duc, N. T. Duyen, N. H. Tu

“…CONCLUSIONS: both ESP and TLIP block provide good pain relief during and after open lumbar fusion. However, ESP block is more successful than TLIP block in relieving perioperative pain. …”
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Effects of Repetitive Pitching on Trunk Muscle Endurance and Thoracic and Shoulder Kinematics by Takuya Aso, Yoshinori Kagaya

“…# Background Baseball players are aware of the potential of shoulder problems due to repetitive throwing. However, few studies have examined how pitching repeatedly affects the thoracic spine and shoulder…”
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Development of a respiratory virus risk model with environmental data based on interpretable machine learning methods by Shuting Shi, Haowen Lin, Leiming Jiang, Zhiqi Zeng, ChuiXu Lin, Pei Li, Yinghua Li, Zifeng Yang

“…Abstract In recent years, numerous studies have explored the relationship between atmospheric conditions and respiratory viral infections. However, these investigations have faced certain limitations, such as the use of modestly sized datasets, a restricted geographical focus, and an emphasis on a limited number of respiratory pathogens. …”
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Sol–gel synthesis of TiO2 doped with chromium: photocatalytic degradation of tartrazine by Ana E. Cardozo, Elsa M. Farfán Torres, Graciela V. Morales, Edgardo L. Sham

“… Photocatalysis is an advanced oxidation method that allows the removal of aqueous pollutants of different origins. However, its application on an industrial scale is limited due to the requirement of excitation sources in UV frequency. …”
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Incidence of Post Instrumentation Pain Following Endodontic Treatment Among Patients Attending College of Dentistry-Hawler Medical University. by Intesar Saadallah Toma, Hussein Jamal Hashim, Muhammed Amir Salahadin, Muhammed Dana Razaq

“…During this time, the operator performed RCT on various patients, and the participants were followed up after they completed root canal obturation. …”
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POVERTY ALLEVIATION PROGRAMMES AND THE PREVAILING CHALLENGES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN NIGERIA: AN ASSESSMENT by `WOYINMO TIMI AMAKOROMO, VICTOR IHEANYICHUKWU ASIEGBU, CELESTINE OGECHUKWU OKAFOR

“… Strategic planning and implementation of well thought out policies is critical for the enthronement of good governance which brings about sustainable development in any country. However, available data shows that poverty is steadily on the rise in Nigeria, despite the country’s effort in the implementation of diverse poverty alleviation programmes. …”
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Suvorexant, a Novel Dual Orexin Receptor Antagonist, for the Management of Insomnia by Andrew H. Han, Caroline R. Burroughs, Evan P. Falgoust, Jamal Hasoon, Grace Hunt, Juyeon Kakazu, Tim Lee, Adam M. Kaye, Alan D. Kaye, Latha Ganti

“…We further discuss Suvorexant's role in targeting insomnia with other comorbidities…”
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A Mineral Oil Plant Protection Product Improves Turfgrass Quality of Deficit Irrigated Bermudagrass by Mingying Xiang, Marco Schiavon, Pawel Orlinski, James H. Baird

“…Like other traditional PDSO products, Civitas is reported to have positive effects on turfgrass pest control and management. However, limited information is available regarding its impact on water conservation in turfgrass. …”
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Acute effects of physical exercise on cognitive function and neurotrophins in patients with type 1 diabetes: A systematic review by Emanuele Zanardo, Giulia Quinto, Francesca Battista, Federica Duregon, Marco Vecchiato, Chiara Bergia, Kirk Erickson, Andrea Ermolao, Daniel Neunhaeuserer

“…Selected studies performed different exercise intervention protocols, evaluating both high and moderate intensity training. BDNF levels were found higher after exercise in all studies. …”
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Differentiating the Acceleration Mechanisms in the Slow and Alfvénic Slow Solar Wind by Yeimy J. Rivera, Samuel T. Badman, J. L. Verniero, Tania Varesano, Michael L. Stevens, Julia E. Stawarz, Katharine K. Reeves, Jim M. Raines, John C. Raymond, Christopher J. Owen, Stefano A. Livi, Susan T. Lepri, Enrico Landi, Jasper. S. Halekas, Tamar Ervin, Ryan M. Dewey, Rossana De Marco, Raffaella D’Amicis, Jean-Baptiste Dakeyo, Stuart D. Bale, B. L. Alterman

“…Beyond this fast/slow categorization, however, a subset of slow solar wind exhibits high Alfvénicity that suggests that Alfvén waves could play a larger role in its acceleration compared to conventional slow wind outflows. …”
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Liposome-like encapsulation of fish oil-based self-nano emulsifying formulation for improved bioavailability by Iqbal Ahmad, Aparana Dogra, Tanya Nagpal, Chandvi Sharma, Sudhakar Singh, Nikhil Shaiva, Gaurav Saini, Kanishk Luhach

“…Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are known for their significant health benefits, including cardiovascular protection, anti-inflammatory effects, and cognitive enhancement. However, the poor bioavailability of these lipophilic compounds, especially in their ethyl ester form, limits their clinical efficacy. …”
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Role of Pulse Oximetry Screening for Detection of Life Threatening Congenital Heart Detects in Newborn by Aso Faeq Salih, Adnan Mohammed Hamawand, Riyadh Abd Aljabbar Sattar

“…Most ofnewborns with Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) can be detected by using echocardiography. However, if such defects are not diagnosed in earlier time, therefore a severe hypoxemia, shock, acidosis and death are considered of some potential sequelae. …”
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Trend of skin cancer mortality and years of life lost in China from 2013 to 2021 by Jingyi Li, Jiaqi Zeng, Yuanchao Yang, Biran Huang

“…BackgroundThe mortality rates of skin cancer in Chinese population are increasing. However, research on skin cancer trends in China is limited. …”
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Assessment of post-harvest fish losses at the fishers’ level in Lake Tana, Ethiopia by Solomon Birie, Minwyelet Mingist, Mulugeta Kibret

“…Fish are essential for ensuring food and nutrition security; and economic growth. However, post-harvest loss poses a significant challenge in the value chain due to the perishable nature of fish. …”
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Converting grassland to wildflower meadow: impact on soil quality indicators for carbon sequestration by Alice A. Breeveld, Saskia Pagella, Jane Fisher

“…Therefore, conversion of verges, lawns, and fields into wildflower meadows (WFMs) has gained prominence in recent years. However, a frequent recommendation for WFM establishment is to reduce soil fertility, raising concerns regarding the impact on carbon sequestration. …”
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Functional MRI-guided microsurgery of intracranial arteriovenous malformations: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Shuo Wang, Yuanli Zhao, Jun Wu, Bing Zhao, Yong Cao

“…Modern microsurgery has improved the results of surgical treatment of AVMs; however, the treatment of AVMs, particularly eloquently located AVMs, still carries a high risk. …”
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USING TINKERCAD TO SUPPORT ONLINE THE LABORATORY WORK ON THE DESIGN OF MICROPROCESSOR SYSTEMS AT TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY by Leonty P. Golubev, Mikhailo M. Tkach, Dmytro A. Makatora

“…During the global coronavirus pandemic, online classes based on the Internet technologies have become virtually the only effective method of learning. However, while lectures can be taught successfully with the help of video conferences such as Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet etc., it is almost impossible to perform laboratory and practical work in the field of designing microprocessor systems with the help of these tools. …”
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