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Genetic diversity and population structure of the natural population of Helicoverpa armigera in Northwest China using Genotyping by Sequencing (GBS) technology
Characterizing the genetic diversity and population structure can determine whether there is gene flow of the natural population of Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner...
Poly[hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate] and cellulose biocomposite membrane derived from sugarcane bagasse for Congo red dye and vegetable oil removal in water remediation
Environmental contamination from textile dyes and oil residues poses a critical environmental and public health concern, highlighting the need for sustainable wastewater treatment strategies. A biocom...
Counselling self-efficacy as a mediator between computer self-efficacy and attitudes toward tele-mental health among school counsellors in Malaysia
Tele-mental health has become an effective method to offer mental health services to a diverse and geographically dispersed population such as Malaysia. The success of tele-mental health programs reli...
Co-movement between stock markets in advanced economies and Africa in times of uncertainty: A time-frequency domain approach
This study examined the co-movement between New York and Shanghai stock markets, and twelve African stock markets, before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Daily composite indices from January...
Monitoring of granite quarries using deep learning and UAV photogrammetry in Bengaluru, India
Granite quarrying, a cornerstone of the construction industry in South India, yields significant economic benefits but poses substantial environmental and social challenges, including land degradation...
Simultaneous efficacy of IL-15 and the HSP70 fragments in increasing immunostimulatory effects of a HIV-1 DNA vaccine candidate against SCR HIV-1
Interleukin (IL)-15 serves as a potent adjuvant that can enhance T cell-directed vaccine responses. Moreover, heat shock proteins (HSPs) have been used as potent adjuvants in immunotherapy of tumors a...
A two-group kinetic wealth model with wealth-gap drift and non-Maxwellian kernels
This paper applies statistical mechanics to investigate wealth distribution in binary interactions between two groups of agents. Using an exchange rule with non-zero expected random variables and non-...
Editorial Note: Does high-speed rail stimulate university technology transfer? evidence from China
The impact of cognitive schema on learning transfer ability and stability of classical Chinese poetry
Classical Chinese poetry is a condensed vessel of Chinese culture, bearing the core ethos of history, philosophy, and ethics. The symbolic imagery system in poetry facilitates the construction of cogn...
The protective role of Lactobacillus reuteri in a DSS-induced ulcerative colitis mouse model
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon, marked by symptoms such as mucosal ulceration, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. The dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-induced murine mod...
Global burden, health inequalities and improvement gap of head and neck cancers in middle-aged and older adults from 1990 to 2021
Background This study aimed to assess temporal trends, health inequities and potential improvements in the burden of head and neck cancer (HNC) in middle-aged and older adults betw...
The mental health effects of critical illness insurance: Evidence from China’s aging population
Background With the rapid progression of aging, mental health challenges among the elderly have become increasingly pronounced. Addressing these issues is vital for enhancing older...
Towards better Hebrew clickbait detection: Insights from BERT and data augmentation
Clickbait headlines, designed to entice readers with sensationalized or misleading content, pose significant challenges in the digital landscape. They exploit curiosity to generate traffic and revenue...
Study protocol for a mixed-methods pilot of a physiotherapy plus education program for inpatients with major depressive disorder: Feasibility and preliminary effects
Background Major depressive disorder is a mood disorder with significant psychological and physical symptoms that can lead to disability and other severe consequences. This disorde...
Addressing financial biases in university undergraduates: Unveiling connections with knowledge, behaviours and attitudes
Purpose This study investigates how financial knowledge, behaviours, and attitudes shape the prevalence of financial biases among Economics students at the University of Santiago d...
Using a human security lens to examine experiences of violence against women in long-term encampment
Background Issues of violence in humanitarian migration are complex, and more so when individuals live in long-term encampment. A gendered view of violence and migration brings int...
Machine learning based fault classification for improved induction motor performance
This study explores the design of an effective fault classification algorithm for 3 phase induction motor, an integral unit in many industrial systems. It is found that traditional fault detection met...
Infectious complications in children on ventricular assist device: A single-center retrospective cohort study
Background Mechanical circulatory support with ventricular assist device (VAD) is a life-saving therapy in children with end-stage heart failure. Infections are a major problem in...
When winning costs your peace: How does vertical individualism Hijack relaxation capacity? Network analysis and mediation models
In the context of increasing competition, the phenomenon of individuals experiencing guilt or anxiety at rest has become more pronounced, particularly among Chinese university students. While previous...
Stress and Burnout among medical students in hainan Island, China: A cross-sectional study
Background By 2025, the Hainan Free Trade Port is set to be fully operational, leading to a significant influx of foreign nationals into Hainan Island. This will drive a continuous...
How can climate adaptation policy enhance urban climate resilience? Empirical evidence from China
As the primary carriers of population aggregation, cities face severe climate risks and challenges. This paper examines whether and how climate adaptation policy can enhance urban climate resilience....
The relationship between home modifications and frailty among older adults: a scoping review protocol
Introduction The rapid aging of populations worldwide presents significant challenges to healthcare and social systems. Frailty—a multidimensional geriatric syndrome marked by phys...
Single-cell sequencing reveals the response mechanisms of vascular endothelial cells to glucocorticoids in diabetic retinopathy
Background One serious consequence of diabetes mellitus is diabetic retinopathy (DR), which impairs eyesight to the point of blindness. While glucocorticoid medications are commonl...
Identifying and modeling built environment factors influencing cultural perception in metro stations: Evidence from central Shanghai
As urban rail transit expands, systematic evidence remains limited on how the built environment influences cultural perception among passengers. This study identifies the main determinants of cultural...
Parametric portfolio policy with momentum-based sentiment trading strategy
To enhance the effectiveness of the conventional mean-variance portfolio model, this study introduces a parametric portfolio policy that incorporates a momentum-based sentiment characteristic vector....