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A prospective observational study evaluating the short-term effectiveness of residential care for adolescents as “service as usual”: A study protocol
Previous research indicates worse outcomes for children and young people in out-of-home care compared to their peers. To improve the quality of current residential care, research is needed to deepen o...
Predicting the potential suitable habitats of Rosa roxburghii and its key pest Grapholita molesta in China using the MaxEnt Model
Climate change can reshape the potential distributions of crops and their pests, as well as their spatial overlap, with important implications for agricultural security and pest management....
Factors affecting feeding choices in infants and toddlers in northern Jordan: A cross-sectional study
Background Breastfeeding is a key determinant of infant health and survival; however, exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates remain low worldwide. Various maternal, infant, and socioe...
Psychometric properties of the Probability Bias Measure
Probability bias is the tendency to think that negative events are relatively likely to happen, and that positive events are relatively unlikely to happen. It is reliably associated with depressive an...
Analysis of the current situation and influencing factors of emotional labor among pediatric nurses: A cross-sectional study
Aim To examine the level and factors associated with emotional labor among pediatric nurses in Yichang, China. Methods...
Genetic algorithm-based daily power output forecasting for energy storage power stations
Accurate day-ahead power generation forecasting is crucial for improving the operational efficiency of energy storage power stations and enhancing the reliability of power grid dispatch. To address th...
Acceptability of Suubi+Adherence intervention to improve ART adherence in Southern Uganda: A qualitative analysis
In Uganda, 150,000 young people were living with HIV by the end of 2023. While Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is effective in reducing HIV transmission, youth in SSA, including in Uganda, face greater c...
Residual-aided CSI-free end-to-end learning for multiuser MIMO
A paradigm shift from Channel State Information (CSI)-dependent architectures to intelligent, AI-native air interfaces is required as 6G wireless systems advance. Conventional Multi-User Multiple-Inpu...
A comparison of long-term maternal mortality associated with pathologic placental separation: Highlighting possible trends and mechanisms
Abruption and retention, two types of abnormal placental separation, are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Though advancements in obstetric management have improved peripartum injur...
Targeting pancreatic cancer with combined inhibition of EGFR and RAF
Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related death, with a 5-year survival rate of only 10%. Preclinical studies remain essential for identifying novel therapeutic strategies, discov...
LAMAS (Light, Activity, Meals, & Sleep) timings & burnout, anxiety, and depression in teachers: Protocol for a cross-sectional study
Background Teachers play a key role in society and make up ~1.5–2.5% of the working population. Yet, there is a teacher shortage in many countries and preventive occupational medic...
Carbon budget of common urban tree species in an arid city based on life cycle assessment
Urban trees sequester and store carbon through photosynthesis, while their planting and maintenance processes consume energy and materials, resulting in the release of carbon back into the atmosphere....
Optimization of wind-solar-gas-storage integrated energy systems under the carbon and green certificate markets
This study investigates the optimization of wind-solar-gas-storage integrated energy systems (IES) under the dual-market mechanisms of carbon emission trading (CET) and green certificate trading (GCT)...
Pregelatinized green banana flour snack bars: Physicochemical properties, sensory quality, and gastroprotective potential in an ethanol-induced ulcer model
Peptic ulcers remain a recurrent gastrointestinal disorder requiring preventive nutritional strategies. Functional foods that promote gastrointestinal health may play an important role in preventing a...
Optical coherence tomography angiography parameters in Marfan syndrome: Genetic determinants and associations with cardiovascular manifestations
In addition to aortic manifestations, Marfan syndrome can affect retinal vessels. Our aim was to evaluate retinal circulation, and its correlation with genotype and cardiovascular manifestation identi...
Exploring proteomic signatures in sepsis and non-infectious systemic inflammatory response syndrome
Background The search for new biomarkers that allow an early diagnosis in sepsis has become a necessity in medicine. This study aims to identify protein biomarkers that differentia...
Research on the comprehensive evaluation index system of social practice in Chinese universities based on the CIPP model
Social practice constitutes an essential aspect of talent development in higher education institutions, and the evaluation index system for social practice enables the quality of talent cultivation in...
Resilient road safety modeling through spatially disaggregated explainable AI
Understanding spatial disparities in traffic accident severity is essential not only for improving transport safety but also for advancing sustainable and inclusive transportation systems. Road crashe...
Effect of psychoeducation in reducing caregiver burden among family caregivers of people with mental disorders in Western Ethiopia, 2021–2022: A pre-test post-test study
Background Family caregivers of individuals with mental disorders experience significant financial, emotional, and psychological burden, particularly in low-resource settings with...
The transition to retirement and subsequent physical health among middle-aged and older adults in China: A life course perspective
The transition from work to retirement is a critical shift in an individual’s later life. Utilizing retrospective data from the 2014 China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS), this study...
Prevalence and associated factors of meconium aspiration syndrome among neonates admitted to Neonatal Intensive Care Units in Public Hospitals of Harari Region, Eastern Ethiopia
Background Meconium aspiration syndrome is a life-threatening respiratory disease affecting around 5% of neonates worldwide. Although several studies have been conducted in develop...
Comparison of deep learning-based three-dimensional human pose estimation methods with motion capture for gesture research
Humans often make gestures while speaking. These gestures have been extensively researched in psychology and cognitive science, revealing their functions and roles in communication. Despite being prod...
Shared decision-making in Cervical Cancer Care at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A mixed-methods study
Background Shared decision-making is crucial for alignment of treatment options with patient values and preferences. However, currently in Ethiopia, shared decision-making in clini...
Unpacking the dual psychological paths of employee-AI collaboration on creativity: The role of proactive behavior
The deep integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into organizational settings has significantly transformed employees’ work patterns, underscoring the need to investigate the mechanisms through wh...
Antenatal intimate partner violence and breastfeeding practices: Evidence from a national longitudinal study in Ethiopia
Background Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread public health concern that disproportionately affects women of reproductive age, particularly during pregnancy. Antenatal...