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The study on the response of erosion and deposition evolution in the main channel of the Tarim River to water and sediment conditions under different representative years
To investigate the impact of different water and sediment conditions on the morphological shaping of the middle reaches of the Tarim River, this study establishes an erosion-deposition evolution model...
Relationship between obesity indices and cognitive function in Japanese men: A cross-sectional study
We aimed to investigate the associations among various obesity indices, including visceral (VAT) and subcutaneous adipose tissue (SAT), and cognitive function in community-dwelling Japanese men. This...
The association between HbA1c/HDL-C and the incidence of cardiometabolic multimorbidity in middle-aged and elderly adults: Results from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study
Background Cardiometabolic multimorbidity (CMM) refers to a cluster of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Glycated hemo...
Follow-up patterns after positive primary aldosteronism screening
Primary aldosteronism (PA) screening remains underdiagnosed at <2% of eligible patients, with inconsistent interpretation of positive screening results across institutions. This study investigated...
The reach of road salt into vernal pools and the response of amphibians
Deicing salts are causing freshwater wetlands to become increasingly saline near roadways, with cascading impacts on local ecosystems. Understanding the full reach of salt into surrounding landscapes...
Editorial Note: Complete Phenotypic Recovery of an Alzheimer’s Disease Model by a Quinone-Tryptophan Hybrid Aggregation Inhibitor
Effect of COVID-19 restrictions and fuel prices on traffic volume and offenses in Iran: A spatiotemporal analysis
With the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent imposition of mobility restrictions in many nations, traffic volumes and driving behaviors have changed worldwide. This study aims to inve...
Becoming fathers, becoming caregivers: A qualitative exploration of intersectional influences shaping caregiving in an urban poor South Indian setting
Background Caregiver engagement is crucial for early child development; however, research on paternal involvement remains limited, particularly in urban settings of the Global Sout...
SMMTM: Motor imagery EEG decoding algorithm using a hybrid multi-branch separable convolutional self-attention temporal convolutional network
Motor imagery (MI) is a brain-computer interface (BCI) technology with the potential to change human life in the future. MI signals have been widely applied in various BCI applications, including neur...
Curcumin attenuates LPS-induced inflammation in RAW 264.7 cells: A multifaceted study integrating network pharmacology, molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulation, and experimental validation
Background Inflammation is a critical immune response that protects the body from infections and injuries. However, chronic inflammation can lead to diseases...
Barriers and enablers to primary health care center access for older people in Lebanon: A qualitative inquiry
Introduction Older people in low- and middle-income countries face significant challenges when accessing primary care services. In Lebanon, most older people (75%) living with at l...
Curated mitochondrial genome reference database of state key protected wild mammal in China
Effective conservation of wild mammals necessitates accurate taxonomic classification and reliable genetic reference data. In China, the List of State Key Protected Wild Animals serves as a critical t...
Rational design of multi-epitope vaccine for Chandipura virus using an immunoinformatics approach
Chandipura virus (CHPV) is endemic in India, with frequent outbreaks reported. No approved medicines or vaccines exist for CHPV. We aimed to develop a multi-epitope vaccine for CHPV using immunoinform...
Simulation analysis and experimental study on cylinder grading of maize seeds based on discrete element method: A study on cylindrical grading of maize seeds
A cylindrical grader is an important piece of equipment used to grade maize seeds. However, the motion and distribution patterns of seeds within the cylindrical grading process remain poorly understoo...
Retraction: Embracing the digital revolution: Examining the relationship between ICT adoption and carbon emissions in the Persian Gulf
Retraction: Business credit network characteristics and impact on green economy efficiency: Evidence from the Greater Bay Area around Hangzhou Bay of China
Limitations of hormonal and clinical markers in predicting GnRH agonist trigger success in polycystic ovary syndrome: A critical reappraisal
Background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with altered hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian function, which may affect the success of GnRH agonist triggers used during IV...
Retraction: Socioeconomic shocks, social protection and household food security amidst COVID-19 pandemic in Africa’s largest economy
Evaluating Uighur literary translation: A comparative study of ChatGPT, Google Translate, and Bing Translator
This study compares generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and neural machine translation (NMT) systems in translating Uighur literary text (قۇتادغۇ بىلىك)into English. Two NMT systems, Google Tra...
Retraction: Does financial innovation foster financial inclusion in Arab world? examining the nexus between financial innovation, FDI, remittances, trade openness, and gross capital formation
Correction: The future of digital donation crowdfunding
Compassion as a guiding framework for the implementation of digital mental health interventions: An interview study with clients and professionals
Background Digital mental health interventions are often described in terms of their contribution to cost-effectiveness or innovation. Instead, many clients and professionals in me...
Retraction: Women engagement in agriculture and human capital development in developing countries: An African sub-regional analysis
Exploring the heterogeneity in depression through value attached to agency and communion
Depression is a heterogeneous disorder with varying expressions and underlying factors. This study adopted an interpersonal perspective, examining how individual differences in the value attached to a...
Methodology for predicting hospital admissions and evaluating recovery rates for coronavirus disease in Japan
In this study, we aimed to propose a method to predict the number of patients needing hospitalization using a combination of available technologies. We developed a method to predict the number of hosp...