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ConvLSTM-based tropical cyclone intensity estimation and classification using satellite imagery over the North Indian ocean
Tropical cyclones pose significant threats to coastal regions, and have a major negative influence on the environment and society. Precise cyclone identification and intensity estimation are crucial f...
Perceptions of medical students at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University on histology’s role in clinical course preparation: A cross-sectional study
Background Histology is a foundational discipline in medical education that connects basic biomedical sciences with clinical practice. However, its perceived relevance may diminish...
Beyond accuracy: Quantifying the reliability of multiple instance learning for whole slide image classification
Machine learning models have become integral to many fields, but their reliability, defined as producing dependable, trustworthy, and domain-consistent predictions, remains a critical concern. Multipl...
Correction: Self-report assessment of Positive Appraisal Style (PAS): Development of a process-focused and a content-focused questionnaire for use in mental health and resilience research
Gagea kotuchovii (Liliaceae) a new species from the Karatau Mountains (western Tian Shan, Kazakhstan) evidenced by morphological and molecular analyses
Gagea kotuchovii (Liliaceae) a new narrow endemic species growing exclusively in the Karatau Mountains in South Kazakhstan, is here described and illustrated. It is a unique specie...
Study on the spatiotemporal variation and driving factors of soil erosion based on sampling method in the loess hilly area of western Henan Province, China
The loess hilly area of western Henan Province is one of the most serious areas of soil erosion due to rugged terrain, steep slopes and weak soil resistance ability. The prevention and control of soil...
Control of quiescence and activation of human muscle stem cells by cytokines
Skeletal muscle homeostasis and repair depend on the activation of tissue resident stem cells called satellite cells. To understand the early molecular basis of human satellite cell activation, epigen...
The design and manufacture of massively scalable inertial focusing prototype microfluidic devices
Microfluidics is a rapidly expanding field and microfluidic devices have been used in a variety of biomedical applications such as cell sorting, disease diagnostics and various lab-on-a-chip systems....
Diné traditional medicine use and wellbeing among navajo adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study
Objective To assess perceptions of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on access, utilization, and perceived quality of Diné traditional medicine and healing (DTM) and psychosocial...
Correction: Rifampicin and isoniazid resistance not promote fluoroquinolone resistance in Mycobacterium smegmatis
MFDA-YOLO: A multiscale feature fusion and dynamic alignment network for UAV small objects detection
Standard detectors such as YOLOv8 face significant challenges when applied to aerial drone imagery, including extreme scale variations, minute targets, and complex backgrounds. Their generic feature f...
Validation of FUNMOVES: A reliable tool for assessing motor skills in Spanish schoolchildren
Background Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) affects around 5% of the global population, but difficulties in accessing specialist diagnoses lead to underdiagnosis. In Spain...
Timing of first prenatal ultrasound and associated factors among women who gave birth at health institutions in Ambo Town, central Ethiopia
Background The Ethiopian Ministry of Health recommends “one prenatal ultrasound scan before 24 weeks of gestation for every pregnant woman.” Despite clear suggestions for timely pr...
Effects of water-rock interaction on the dynamic mechanical properties and energy dissipation of pre-damaged granite
In deep rock mining, the surrounding rock is often simultaneously subjected to both an initial damage level induced by engineering disturbances and the effects of groundwater, and its stability is cru...
Aotaphenazine, a rare hydrophenazine, targets topoisomerase II with anticancer efficacy: In silico to in vitro evidence
Background Topoisomerase II (Topo II) remains a validated target for anticancer therapy, with many clinically used agents acting via DNA intercalation and en...
Characterization of p53 p.T253I as a pathogenic mutation underlying Li-Fraumeni Syndrome
We identified a germline TP53 c.758C > T (p.T253I) mutation in the TP53 tumor suppressor gene in a pediatric adrenoco...
Identification and validation of diagnostic markers of atherosclerosis progression via bioinformatics strategies
Background Arteriosclerosis (AS) is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease, imposing significant burdens on families and society. However, the underlying mechanisms remain uncle...
Proportion of depression and associated factors among HIV-positive youth attending antiretroviral therapy clinics at public hospitals in Gamo and Ari zones, South Ethiopia: A facility-based cross-sectional study
Background Even though the co-occurrence of Human Immune-Deficiency Virus/Acquired Immune-Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) and depression is the main cause of morbidity and mortality...
Factors influencing men’s decisions about a career in nursing
Background Despite many efforts to diversify the nursing workforce, in most countries the profession remains predominantly feminine. It is widely accepted that with a greater gende...
In-hospital survival of adults with HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis in Tanzania: A retrospective comparison of amphotericin B-based regimen and fluconazole monotherapy
Objective This study aimed to examine treatment modalities, outcomes, and factors associated with in-hospital survival among people with HIV (PHIV) diagnosed with cryptococcal meni...
Stochastic model highlights the impact of crystallinity on saccharification dynamics depending on plant chemotype and pre-treatment
Enzymatic saccharification of plant-sourced lignocellulosic biomass is a key step in biorefinery approaches. However, these biomasses in their raw form are quite recalcitrant, which invokes the need f...
Mapping the experiences of adult cancer patients receiving chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy: A scoping review protocol
Introduction Chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR T) therapy is an advancement in cancer treatments, particularly for patients with haematological malignancies who have exhausted...
Research on the resource and governance effects of state-owned equity participation: Based on the analysis of the green transformation process and path of private enterprises
Against the backdrop of environmental challenges and resource constraints, deepening mixed ownership reform and promoting green development of enterprises have become a significant trend, and the reso...
Correction: Predicting median nerve depth from anthropometric features: A tool for safer invasive procedures
A protocol for using human genetic data to identify circulating protein level changes that are the causal consequence of cancer processes
Introduction Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide. Early detection of cancer improves treatment options and patient survival but detecting cancer at the earliest stage pres...