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A novel scrolling text reading paradigm for improving the performance of multiclass and hybrid brain computer interface systems
A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) enables direct communication between the brain and external devices, such as computers or prosthetic limbs. This allows the brain to send commands while receiving sens...
Amplification of the power of network hubs and degree skewness over infectious disease spread during lulls
Just as individuals’ personal social network connections shape their susceptibility to disease, the structure of larger networks in communities shapes the extent of disease spread. We examine how hete...
Correction: Characteristics of astigmatism before and 1 month after blepharoptosis surgery in patients with acquired ptosis
Multi-parameter coupling effects of root reinforcement on disintegration and swelling behavior of expansive soil: A response surface methodology approach
This study employs response surface methodology (RSM) integrated with a hybrid Box-Behnken and D-optimal experimental design to unravel the multi-parameter coupling effects of root reinforcement on th...
Correction: Knowledge, attitude and practice among pharmacy students and faculty members towards artificial intelligence in pharmacy practice: A multinational cross-sectional study
A novel image encryption framework using Wireworld cellular automaton and hybrid chaotic maps for enhanced security
The generation, storage, and transmission of digital images have become ubiquitous in today’s interconnected world. Ensuring the security of these images is a critical challenge that demands immediate...
The potential of bicycle commuting to reduce carbon emissions in Finland
There is an increasing amount of evidence that cycling is an effective way to decarbonise everyday mobility. The potential of cycling is however less well understood in cold climates, where seasonal w...
A visual question answering method based on task decomposition
Visual question answering (VQA) as an interdisciplinary task of computer vision and natural language processing, estimating the model’s visual reasoning ability, which requires the integration of imag...
Clinical assessment of transplacental transfer of maternal SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodies against spike and nucleocapsid proteins: A chemiluminescence microparticle immunoassay study
Understanding the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines in pregnant women and their neonates is crucial for understanding maternal and fetal outcomes, particularly the extent of passive immunity ag...
Mechanical properties and microstructural analysis of MICP-reinforced coarse-grained saline soils under freeze-thaw cycling
Coarse-grained saline soils in cold regions, characterized by poor stability and low bearing capacity, pose serious risks to road and bridge infrastructure. Microbially Induced Calcium Carbonate Preci...
Brachydactyly type A3 may be associated with shorter stature: An observation from a Chinese pediatric sample
Background Brachydactyly type A3 (BDA3), a common finger deformity, demonstrates an inverse epidemiological relationship with population height, suggesting a potential link with in...
Aflatoxin contamination of maize flour in Kenya: Results from multi-city, multi-round surveillance
Foodborne illness is a major source of the global burden of disease, but public monitoring of hazards in food systems is overwhelmingly focused on the formal sector in high income countries. We contri...
Stakeholders’ perspectives on barriers and enablers of chronic kidney disease care in Ethiopia: A qualitative study
Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing public health problem in Ethiopia. However, evidence on the health system and contextual factors influencing CKD care remains l...
Exploring gut microbiota and its predicted functions in pulmonary tuberculosis: A multi-regional study using public 16S datasets
Background Pulmonary tuberculosis, caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium tuberculosis...
Adults show selective responses to unreliability based on the strength of counterevidence
Adults can reflectively revise their beliefs and selectively respond to unreliable informants, despite often forming and revising beliefs unreflectively without assessing their reasons. This study inv...
Association between COVID-19 vaccination and atopic diseases in US adults: A retrospective cohort study
COVID-19 Vaccinations are associated with higher allergic reactions risk among adults. However, evidence on whether no vaccinated with COVID-19 vaccine is associated with fewer incidence among individ...
Mechanisms underlying acid tolerance in Lysinibacillus sp. ND7, a highly efficient nitrate degrader
In this study, the acid-tolerant strain Lysinibacillus sp. ND7 demonstrated excellent nitrate removal efficiency und...
“It’s a slightly different vibe”. New pathways in condition-specific rehabilitation for people with new or existing joint pain
Background Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions are a leading cause of pain and disability in adults. Exercise-based rehabilitation programmes are recommended however, sustained behavi...
Spatiotemporal prediction of obesity rates and model interpretability analysis from a public health perspective
This study, focusing on the assessment of obesity prevalence trends in public health management, proposes an improved Transformer model that integrates temporal embeddings with spatially-constrained f...
Automated framework for multi-domain social media text analysis for business strategy employing multilayer perceptron with Word2Vec features and LIME XAI
Sentiment analysis is a pivotal domain in Natural Language Processing (NLP), particularly for understanding opinions expressed in sequential and textual data with the usage of machine learning. It inv...
Correction: The effect of a harmful algal bloom (Karenia selliformis) on the benthic invertebrate community and the sea otter (Enhydra lutris) diet in eastern Hokkaido
Perceived stress is associated with impaired artery elasticity: An observational study from the Vara- Skövde cohort
Background This study aims to determine the association between perceived mental stress and arterial elasticity. Additionally, we will investigate potential effect modifications of...
Mass spectrometry-based metabolomics uncovers distinct metabolic signatures and potential therapeutic targets in Plasmodium knowlesi
Malaria remains a major global health challenge, caused by several Plasmodium species and transmitted via mosquito vectors. Among these, Pla...
Association between non-invasive biomarkers and quality of life in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Background & aims Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a rare chronic liver disease that impact quality of life (QoL). This study investigated the association between biomar...
Investigating the role of urban vegetation alongside other environmental variables in shaping Aedes albopictus presence and abundance in Montpellier, France
Urban greening helps address urbanization challenges, but it may also favor mosquito species, vectors of pathogens causing human diseases. This study examines the relationship between urban vegetation...