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First evaluation of genetic diversity and population structure of Phelsuma inexpectata (Gekkonidae), a critically endangered gecko endemic to Reunion Island
The Manapany day gecko, Phelsuma inexpectata , is a critically endangered reptile endemic to Reunion Island (Southwestern Indian Ocean region). In the present s...
Assessment of Schistosoma mansoni and soil-transmitted helminth infections and the diagnostic performance of the circulating cathodic antigen test among schoolchildren in Tulla district, Sidama region, Southern Ethiopia
Background STH and S. mansoni pose significant public health challenges in regions with inadequate sanitation. Ex...
Water pressure effect and influence mechanism of coal mechanical property degradation under mine water immersion conditions
This study investigates the hydro-pressure effects and degradation mechanisms of coal under mine water immersion using a self-developed pressurized water soaking system. Uniaxial compression tests wer...
A fault diagnosis method for rotating machinery components based on enhanced YOLO v8 and integrated attention mechanism
Accurate fault diagnosis of rotating machinery components is the key to ensuring the safe operation of the mechanical system. Aiming at problems such as inaccurate detection of small target fault feat...
Optimizing soil quality and rhizosphere ecology to enhance Annona squamosa yield and quality through water-fertilizer-mulching synergy
To address the decline in Annona squamosa yield and quality in Yunnan Province resulting from inadequate irrigation and excessive fertilization, this study was...
Co-evolution of groups and opinions in an agent-based model
This study explores a model for the co-evolution of opinions and groups, related to opinion polarization and group identity in opinion dynamics. While traditional models focus on pairwise interactions...
Efficient removal of arsenic (V) and methyl orange from aqueous solution using hollow magnetic chitosan composite microspheres: Low arsenic concentration, high adsorption capacity, and minimal adsorbent requirement
In this study, hollow Fe 3 O 4 -SiO 2 -chitosan adsorbent with an optimal chitos...
The protective influence of Astragalus on rat models of preeclampsia
Preeclampsia (PE) is a high-risk hypertensive syndrome of pregnancy that occurs in the middle to late stages of pregnancy (after 20 weeks) and has become a major risk factor for maternal and fetal hea...
Redirecting patients from the pediatric emergency department to community locations for care: A qualitative study of healthcare professional and leader perspectives
Objectives Emergency department (ED) to community (ED2C) programs, which redirect patients from the pediatric ED to community healthcare professionals represent a promising strateg...
Behavioral insights into audience satisfaction: analyzing emotional and cognitive factors in K-culture dance engagement
Despite growing interest in Korean traditional dance through the Korean Wave (Hallyu), empirical research on audience satisfaction remains limited. This study examines how personal orientation, emotio...
Impact of rAAV-shRNA treatment targeting mechanosensitive Ilk1 and Fermt2 in a mouse model of sepsis-induced muscle weakness
Introduction Intensive-care-unit-acquired-muscle-weakness is a debilitating complication of sepsis, characterized by loss of muscle mass and functionality. I...
Coping with rejection as a sperm donor: A qualitative study of the personal impact of rejection and new health information
Purpose The demand for sperm donation is increasing, yet only a small percentage of applicants are accepted, and little attention has been given to those who are rejected. The appl...
Shift from visceral to subcutaneous adipose tissue in Cyp17a1-knockout rats prevents the progression of metabolic syndrome
In this study, we investigated the effects of Cyp17a1 gene knockout (KO) on obesity and metabolic syndrome. Cyp17a1 KO i...
Socio-structural determinants of burn injuries in Africa: The role of social inequality, informal housing, and access to clean cooking energy technology
In many African countries, burn injuries often lead to chronic disability, psychological trauma and socio-economic hardship. These consequences have a long-term impact on people’s well-being and livel...
Physician-physician handover from acute care to rehabilitation setting: A scoping review protocol
Objective The purpose of this scoping review is to map the existing evidence that describes strategies to improve handover from the acute care to rehabilitation settings....
Drug-related stigma among people who inject drugs – development and validation of the drug use stigma scale (DUSS)
Drug use is a highly stigmatized behavior, and drug-related stigma is a key driver of behavioral risk, lower health care utilization, and associated adverse health outcomes among people who inject dru...
Cross-national disparities in healthcare workers’ perceptions: Examining fear of infection and confidence in the received COVID-19 vaccines amid emerging variants
Variants of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) can influence transmissibility, virulence, vaccine efficacy, the effectiveness of therapeutic agents, diagnostic accuracy, and...
Public knowledge and awareness of obstructive sleep apnea in Saudi Arabia: A population-based study of over 16,000 adults
Background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common yet underdiagnosed sleep-related breathing disorder with significant health implications. Despite its clinical relevance, data...
Preclinical safety and burn wound healing activity of “Novostron”, a novel topical iodine-based therapeutic
Iodine-based antiseptics are essential in wound care but are often limited by cytotoxicity, instability, and rapid iodine release. Novostron is a novel polymer–iodine complex incorporating dextrin, po...
Tag-mediated effect on the dynamics of social influence
The dynamics of social influence carry significant sociological and economic implications and have been examined across various disciplines. However, the dynamics of social influence within tag-mediat...
Relationships between upper extremity neuromuscular function and patient-reported outcomes among individuals with a history of glenohumeral labral repair
Background Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) are essential components of contemporary healthcare practices, which allow clinicians to effectively monitor clinical outcomes. Objectiv...
Unveiling the wealth-bone connection: How socioeconomic status influences trabecular bone health
Background Currently, the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and trabecular bone score (TBS) remains unclear. This study uses existing data from the National Health an...
Whole-genome analysis of Lysinibacillus boronitolerans MSR1: A dairy-isolated multidrug-resistant and non-pathogenic strain
Lysinibacillus boronitolerans MSR1, a bacterium isolated from yogurt, was characterized through a detailed genomic and phylogenetic analysis. The strain demonstrated the ability to...
Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward artificial intelligence among pediatricians in India: A cross-sectional web-based nationwide survey
Background Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing in healthcare and has the potential to transform patient care. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and...