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Carved in stone: Experimental criteria for identifying Paleolithic bas-relief production techniques and sculptors’ expertise
Paleolithic bas-relief is a rare yet technically demanding form of parietal art whose production methods and skill requirements remain poorly understood. Invest...
Effect of ALA on preventing diabetic peripheral neuropathy in rats through mitochondrial axonal transport
Purpose To explore the mechanism by which alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) regulates mitochondrial axonal transport to protect the sciatic nerve in diabetic rats....
The abilities in dog pain sign recognition as assessed by presenting seventeen listed dog behavioural signs and three case descriptions to dog owners and non-dog owners
To investigate abilities and differences in dog pain sign recognition, we assessed these recognition skills in 530 dog owners and 117 non-dog owners through an online questionnaire. We asked participa...
Evidence that dengue virus envelope protein in patient platelets originates from infection of megakaryocytic precursors
Dengue virus infection is a major global health problem with clinical outcomes ranging from mild febrile illness to severe disease. Although a reduction in platelet counts is a common feature of dengu...
Factors Predicting successful treatment outcome with novel BPaLM/BPaL regimen in individuals with drug-resistant tuberculosis: Experience From Indonesia
Background and aims Drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) poses a serious challenge in Indonesia, with treatment success rates of only 50%. The BPaLM/BPaL regimen represents the late...
A phenomenological comparison of the effects of blue light, red light and radio waves on the escape speed of Caenorhabditis elegans and the rate of closure of Gerbera jamesonii petals
Objective Great interest surrounds understanding the effects of radio waves on biological organisms, including humans, animals and plants. Several prior studies, however, showed co...
Understanding experiences and perceptions of perinatal mental health screening tools among under-served groups: A qualitative study of women from ethnic minority communities in the United Kingdom
Background Perinatal mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety, are major global public health concerns. Screening for mental health problems in pregnancy supports ear...
Pricing and procurement strategies in the relief supply chain via bidirectional option contract
Humanitarian supply chain management is a critical and challenging issue for all members of the supply chain due to the high uncertainty of the demand caused by a disaster and the direct connection of...
Dietary stability in ancient Serbia: Isotopic analysis of two middle bronze age Moriš Cemeteries
Food stability refers to a state of consistent and reliable access to key dietary resources and is a crucial factor in the resilience and growth of communities throughout history. The study of human d...
Voting intentions during the later stage of the COVID-19 pandemic: The roles of risk perception and performance evaluations in South Korea
In this study, we examine voting intentions during the later stage of the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to risk perceptions and performance evaluations. Although prior research has documented rally-ar...
Investigation to mitigate system-level factors contributing to hospital-acquired infection cases in the low-resource setting: A qualitative exploratory study in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, a low-resource setting country, the range of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) is as high as 30% in some hospitals. Several studies have been conducted to determine the prevalence of...
Chemical characterization, antimicrobial, and antioxidant potentials of Juniperus phoenicea wood tar
Wood tar obtained from Juniperus phoenicea L. is traditionally used in Morocco, yet its chemical profile and biological activities remain insufficiently documen...
Gross anatomy of the skeleton of neonates of the Orinoco Matamata turtle (Chelus orinocensis)
The Orinoco Matamata turtle ( Chelus orinocensis ) was described in 2020, representing the second evolutionary lineage within the genus Chel...
Unveiling the chain mediation model of sleep quality and fatigue in linking subjective exercise experience to depression in adolescent
While the positive correlation between physical exercise and depression has been widely replicated in cross-sectional research, the prognostic value of subjective exercise experience for depression co...
The association between the use of dry cow therapy and bacteriological cure after calving and the development of phenotypic antimicrobial resistance on Egyptian dairy farms
Blanket dry cow therapy is a common practice on dairies to control mastitis, and when adopted, constitutes the majority of antimicrobial use on a dairy. The current study aimed to investigate the effe...
Social cognitive impacts of digital art in metaverse environments: A cross-sectional study of user perception and behavioral patterns
This cross-sectional study investigated the social cognitive correlates of digital art in metaverse environments through analysis of user perception and behavioral patterns. The research examined how...
Efficient large-scale land cover change detection using Google Earth Engine: Climate-driven vegetation dynamics in Asian drylands (2001–2022)
Monitoring land cover dynamics and understanding vegetation responses to climate change are critical for ecological assessment and management in dryland regions. This study systematically analyzes lan...
Association between socioeconomic status and cardiovascular disease by sex: Mediating roles of psychological and behavioral factors
Previous research shows that low socioeconomic status (SES) increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and contributes to health disparities through the unequal distribution of intermediary fa...
Machine learning-based ground motion simulation for seismic hazard assessment of critical water infrastructure in Azerbaijan (Case study: Major Shamkir water reservoir)
This study focuses on simulating ground motion for the Shamkir Water Reservoir area in Azerbaijan using machine learning algorithms to enhance regional seismic hazard assessments. Given the reservoir’...
Food-based indices for the assessment of nutritive value and environmental impact of meals and diets: A systematic review
Food production and consumption impact both human and planetary health. Clearly conveying how meals and diets influence nutritional adequacy and environmental sustainability is essential for informed...
Understanding the interplay between urban segregation and accessibility to services with network analysis
The 15-minute city concept has gained momentum as an urban planning strategy to enhance livability, inclusiveness, and sustainability by ensuring that essential services are within a short walk or bik...
Sustainable evaluation procedure for residual commingled waste after recycling, factoring in the percentage content of solid components
The management of residual municipal waste after recycling is becoming an increasingly problematic procedure, while the challenges related to this process are multi-dimensional and encompass environme...
Role of donor nerves in supercharge end-to-side nerve transfer: A rat model study of varying injury severity
Supercharge end-to-side (SETS) nerve transfer enhances motor recovery in proximal nerve injuries by providing early reinnervation. However, the optimal indications and mechanisms remain unclear. This...
Niche partitioning facilitates coexistence of three apex predators in the Lapchi Valley, Central Himalaya, Nepal
Large carnivores increasingly coexist in human-modified mountain landscapes, yet empirical evidence on how multiple apex predators partition space, time, and resources to reduce competition remains li...
Effect of neostigmine/glycopyrrolate versus sugammadex on postoperative delirium in older adults: A triple-masked, randomized, controlled trial protocol
Background Postoperative delirium (POD) is an acute disturbance of attention and awareness in older adults undergoing surgery. It is associated with prolonged hospital stay and inc...