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Research on trajectory tracking control of tracked vehicles based on hydraulic motor system identification and Laguerre-MPC
To address the high computational cost of model predictive control and the high complexity associated with physics-based modeling of hydraulic drive systems in trajectory tracking of tracked unmanned...
A multimodal ConvNeXt-Tiny deep learning model for simultaneous prediction of IDH mutation and Ki-67 expression in gliomas
Objective To construct and validate a multi-task deep learning model based on ConvNeXt-Tiny for synchronous prediction of isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH) mutation status and Ki-67 e...
Clinical features, disease severity, and outcomes of pertussis in hospitalized children: A retrospective study from Serbia
Background Severe pertussis remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality in early infancy, particularly among unvaccinated and preterm infants who lack sufficient maternally de...
Influence of internal migration on antenatal care utilization in Bangladesh: Findings from a nationally representative cross-sectional survey
Internal migration plays a crucial role in shaping healthcare utilization patterns, particularly in developing countries. However, its influence on maternal healthcare utilization, especially on anten...
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine effectiveness against hypoxemia in children with suspected pneumonia in Kenya; analysis from a real-world sentinel surveillance platform
The 10-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV-10) has reduced the burden of pneumococcal disease in children. Integrated facility-based sentinel surveillance (IFBS) monitors a range of common caus...
Editorial Note: Machine learning–assisted optimization of a terahertz photonic metamaterial absorber for blood cancer detection
In-silico identification of bacterial key-genes directly or indirectly associated with the development and progression of colorectal cancer for exploring anti-bacterial agents
Colorectal cancer (CRC), which includes malignancies of the colon and rectum, constitutes a major global health challenge. Though there are several drugs that targets CRC-related genes/proteins, but t...
An art style classification network integrating contrastive learning and counterfactual attention
Art style classification is a fundamental task for digital art analysis and intelligent cultural heritage management. However, existing methods often fail to deliver stable and interpretable results d...
Ultrasound-guided microwave ablation versus conventional surgery for Granulomatous Lobular Mastitis: A two-center retrospective comparative stud
Background Granulomatous lobular mastitis (GLM) is a chronic inflammatory breast disease that causes substantial pain, cosmetic deformity, and psychosocial distress. Evidence direc...
More than a digestive disorder: Perceived stigma in inflammatory bowel disease patients
Background Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition characterized by symptoms that are often difficult to conceal and may expose patients to negative social reaction...
Cross-market spillovers amid policy uncertainty era of China’s economy
This study meticulously discusses spillover effects among agricultural futures (AGF), crude oil prices (CRO), and the U.S. dollar (USD) during the volatile phase of China’s economic policy (CEPU), uti...
Quantitative correlation of rock fragment gradation parameters and TBM disc cutter efficiency: Insights from DEM simulations
This study explores the relationship between rock fragment size distribution and disc cutter breaking efficiency of a tunnel boring machine (TBM) using discrete element simulations of indentation test...
Cross-cultural adaptation of evidence-based practice measure among Hong Kong healthcare providers
Objective This study aimed to adapt and validate an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) tool for healthcare providers in Hong Kong, addressing the need for reliable and culturally releva...
Prevalence of hyperuricemia in preeclampsia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies from low - and middle - income countries
Background Hyperuricemia is a recognized biochemical finding in preeclampsia (PE), but the reported frequency varies across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). A pooled estim...
Investigating compensatory adjustments induced by rhythmic auditory stimulation for changes in temporal gait symmetry in lower-limb prosthetic users
Gait training is an important part of rehabilitation for prosthetic users, improving mobility and long-term health outcomes. This study investigated the effects of rhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS)...
Correction: In vitro dissolution and release kinetics of multisource ciprofloxacin 500 mg tablets in West Gondar, Ethiopia: Implications for interchangeability and regulatory oversight
Integrated single-cell RNA sequencing and Bulk-RNA technologies reveal the immunological characteristics of lactylation related-genes in glioblastoma
Objective Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive type of intracranial malignant tumor, known for its extremely poor prognosis. Lactylation, a newly identified post-translational...
Optimizing surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis through clinical pharmacist-led audit and feedback: Evidence from a Vietnamese tertiary hospital
The inappropriate use of surgical antibiotic prophylaxis (SAP) remains a common issue in Vietnam, posing a significant risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) and other adverse outcomes. This study ai...
Correction: Design and implementation of a Targeted HealthcaRe InnoVation & Entrepreneurship (THRIVE) fellowship program
Assessment of agronomic traits in fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) resistant maize (Zea mays) hybrids grown in the derived savanna agro-ecology of Nigeria
Maize production in Nigeria has increased in recent years, but fall armyworm infestation remains a major constraint to high productivity, particularly during the minor cropping season. Twenty-six fall...
Proteomic analysis of extracellular vesicles released from endothelial cells in vitro reveals increased levels of E-selectin and dual specificity phosphatase 7 as a potential marker of TNFα-mediated apoptosis
Background Proteins can be actively packaged into extracellular vesicles (EVs) through mechanisms dependent on the stimulus that activated the cells. Identifying proteins released...
Awareness, attitudes, and barriers toward Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy in Latin America: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study
Background Cardiac Amyloidosis (CA), specifically Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), is an under-recognized, progressive, and fatal disease. Comprehensive primary data...
Tooth loss and associated factors during periodontal maintenance care in young adults with Grade C Periodontitis at a tertiary care center in Kathmandu, Nepal
Background This study aimed to evaluate tooth loss attributable to periodontal disease during periodontal maintenance care (PMC) in young adults with Grade C Periodontitis and to i...
Electroretinography as a non-invasive biomarker for early detection of cognitive impairment in older adults: A scoping review protocol
Cognitive decline and dementia represent a growing global health challenge with an urgent need for accessible biomarkers to support early detection, monitoring, and timely intervention, particularly a...
Association between Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)-related inflammatory biomarkers and prognosis in ICU Cirrhosis patients: Evidence from the MIMIC-IV
Objectives Cirrhosis signifies a critical phase in liver disease with high mortality, particularly in patients admitted to intensive care unit (ICU). Red cell distribution width (R...