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Controlled bidirectional teleportation of unknown single-particle states by using an arbitrary high-dimensional entangled state
This study investigates controlled bidirectional transmission of two low-dimensional unknown single-particle quantum states through high-dimensional entangled channels. Initially, complete orthogonal...
The effectiveness of a new parent education intervention program for primary school-age children and parents in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, there is a recognised service gap and societal need for effective and evidence-based parenting education within mental health interventions. This study indtrocues the Parent Education in...
Comparison of angle-closure detection between automated gonioscopy and anterior-segment optical coherence tomography
Purpose To investigate the concordance between angle-closure assessments based on GS-1 gonioscope images and those obtained with anterior-segment optical coherence tomography. Study design Retrospec...
Outcomes after Hallux Rigidus surgery: Are we measuring what is important to patients? A qualitative analysis of patient-identified outcomes
Background Hallux rigidus (HR) is the most common form of arthritis in the foot. The joint pain and loss of motion from HR experienced during walking may lead to a significant reduction in activity an...
Correction: Analysis of IPV success treatment from an AI approach
Enhancing mechanical and freeze-thaw performance of MICP-treated sand through palm fiber reinforcement: A sustainable approach for sandy soil stabilization
The integration of palm fiber with Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation (MICP) technology offers a sustainable and bio-based approach to enhance the mechanical performance and durability of sandy...
“Gender dimensions of quality of life”: The determinants of life satisfaction among South Africans residing in the Gauteng province—Using a multilevel psychodemographic analysis of the GCRO’s quality of life survey (2009–2024)
This study examined gender-related differences in life satisfaction among 70,314 South Africans (33,325 males and 36,989 females) using data from the Gauteng City-Region Observatory (2009–2024). Life...
Adolescence and online vulnerability: The role of fear of missing out (FoMO): A cross-sectional study during the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic
The use of social networking sites (SNSs) has increased significantly in recent years, particularly among adolescents. These platforms have profoundly reshaped the way adolescents interact with family...
Incidence and risk factors of neonatal hypoglycemia at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital
Background Neonatal hypoglycemia is the most common metabolic emergency in neonates, with a reported incidence of 15% among neonates overall and 50% among high-risk newborns. If neonatal hypoglycemia...
Preparation of long afterglow luminescent road marking coatings and its applicability simulation
Traffic markings have inadequate nighttime visibility for safe driving. To address this and reduce nighttime accidents, we researched and developed long afterglow luminescent coatings, including perfo...
Media choice and audience perceptions: Evidence from visual framing of immigration in news stories
Where does visual media bias come from, and how is it reinforced? This study investigates the often overlooked interplay between the visual frames chosen by media outlets for politically charged news...
Phytochemical composition and bioactivities of Satureja montana L. and Satureja hortensis L.: Culinary herbs with antidiabetic, anticholinesterase, and antioxidant potential
The increasing global burden of oxidative stress-related conditions, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders underscores the urgent need for multi-targeted, plant-based therapeutic agents. In this c...
Mycelial traits and GRSP in enhancing soil stability on cold region highway slopes: Comparative effects of three shrub species
In cold regions, the stability of highway slopes is crucial for infrastructure preservation, yet it remains highly vulnerable to soil erosion. This study investigated the role of mycelial traits in re...
Exploring prompts to elicit memorization in masked language model-based named entity recognition
The possibility of identifying specific information about the training data a language model memorized poses a privacy risk. In this study, we analyze the ability of prompts to detect training data me...
Integrating co-design into formative research for a SBCC entry-point platform for nutrition-sensitive social protection programs in low -and middle-income country settings
Background Achieving adequate nutrition for vulnerable populations is an objective of the Sustainable Development Goals. Nutrition-sensitive social protection programs, including those that promote nu...
Retraction: Dose institutional quality influences the relationship between urbanization and CO2 emissions?
Catheter ablation in patients on mechanical circulatory supports for cardiogenic shock
Short-term mechanical circulatory supports (MCS) are used to stabilize patients with severe cardiogenic shock (CS). Catheter ablation may be an option to suppress recurrent arrhythmias preventing MCS...
Study on the effect of modified Liu-an decoction on Th1/Th2 function in Guinea pigs with cough variant asthma through the Notch signal pathway
Objective To explore the effects and mechanism of Modified Liu-an Decoction (MLAD) on Th1/Th2 function and the Notch signaling pathway in guinea pigs with cough variant asthma (CVA). Methods 60 SPF...
Traditional values and adolescent depression: Unraveling mediating mechanisms through self-esteem
Drawing on nationally representative data from the 2018 China Family Panel Studies (CFPS), this research examines the mechanisms through which traditional values influence adolescent depressive sympto...
The role of human factors in paramedics’ clinical judgement – A modified Delphi study
Objective In emergency medical services (EMS), work environments and circumstances are variable and make clinical judgement challenging. Little is known about the human factors that can affect paramed...
Analysis of patients preferences in type 2 diabetes mellitus second-line drug treatment: A discrete choice experiment
Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) represents a major public health challenge with significant effects on morbidity and mortality. Clinical guidelines provide treatment recommendations, but the...
Study protocol for the Health Outcomes in Pregnancy and Early Childhood (HOPE) Study: A mother-infant study in American Samoa
Pacific Islanders, including those in American Samoa, face a disproportionately high burden of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and related sequalae of metabolic conditions. The...
Correction: Cocaine self-administration attenuates brain glucose metabolism and functional connectivity in rats
Increase in self-reported empathy during medical school training: A longitudinal study
Background Empathy is a fundamental tool in clinical practice, but despite its importance and benefits, it is often underrepresented in medical curricula. This study explored the evolution of medical...
Multi-cancer analysis of histopathologic MSI screening based on digital histology image
Microsatellite instability, a genetic indication of DNA mismatch impairment, provides promising treatment options. Our study aimed to detect the mutation with whole-slide image (WSI) and discover the...