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Leveraging synthetic data produced from museum specimens to train adaptable species classification models
Computer vision has increasingly shown potential to improve data processing efficiency in ecological research. However, training computer vision models requires large amounts of high-quality, annotate...
Complications in cesarean sections: A national survey of obstetric protocols and outcomes in Spain
Introduction Cesarean sections are among the most common obstetric surgeries worldwide. While generally safe, they can be complicated by numerous factors increasing risks for both mother and fetus, an...
Correction: Improving nutrition outcomes through enhanced allocative efficiency of investments in 24 high risk counties in Kenya: An Optima Nutrition modelling study
tACS-combined motor training for the rehabilitation of the upper limb in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy: A randomized, sham-controlled trial protocol
Background Children with cerebral palsy (CP) commonly face gross motor function impairments and manual dexterity deficits, significantly affecting their activity level and independence and, ultimately...
Correction: Understanding public perception of health examination services: Key factors influencing satisfaction in Türkiye
Short-term effects of sweetened acidic beverages consumption on human saliva: Colloidal properties and protein composition
This study investigates the impact of a sweetened acidic beverage, an apple juice (J) consumption on the tribological properties, viscoelasticity, and protein concentration/ composition of human saliv...
Whether and how tourism industry upgrading promotes employee social upgrading? Insights from China
In response to the decent work agenda in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2030, an increasing body of studies has focused on social upgrading in developing countries. Numerous studies h...
Explainable mortality prediction models incorporating social health determinants and physical frailty for heart failure patients
There is limited evidence on how social determinants of health (SDOH) and physical frailty (PF) influence mortality prediction in heart failure (HF), particularly for in-hospital, 90-day, and 1-year o...
Food environment components influencing consumption trends of neglected and underutilized species in northern Benin
Malnutrition is a global problem driven by food systems that impact climate and biodiversity. Neglected and underutilized species (NUS) could improve diets, but what drives their choices and consumpti...
Nutritional analysis of commercially available, complete plant- and meat-based dry dog foods in the UK
Background Adoption of a plant-based diet is a popular lifestyle choice for many owners of canine companion animals. Increasingly, owners would like to feed their canine companions...
Suicide assessment and feasible evidence-based treatments for adolescents living with HIV in Malawi: Protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial
Background This pilot trial will investigate the feasibility, acceptability, fidelity, and preliminary efficacy of a combined youth-friendly suicide prevention and problem-solving intervention in redu...
Severe postpartum haemorrhage at a large referral hospital in Uganda: A prospective observational pilot study
Background Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of maternal mortality, near-misses and morbidity in Uganda and globally. Kawempe National Referral Hospital (KNRH), Uganda’s largest obstetri...
Hybrid feature-based machine vision method for objective evaluation of textile pilling and fuzzing
The degree of pilling and fuzzing in textile fabrics is a crucial indicator of textile product quality. Current evaluation methods predominantly rely on subjective judgments, leading to issues such as...
Arsenic bioaccumulation in fish of the lower meghna river: Seasonal dynamics, species sensitivity, and public health implications
The Lower Meghna River (LMR), located in one of Bangladesh’s most arsenic-contaminated regions, is essential for local fisheries and provides water for drinking, irrigation, and daily use. Consequentl...
Constraints to sustainable energy technology implementation: Insights from an emerging economy using ISM-MICMAC analysis
The growing environmental, economic, and social challenges have compelled governments and policymakers to incorporate sustainable energy technologies. However, the development of sustainable energy te...
Uncovering key biomarkers, potential therapeutic targets and development of deep learning model in heart failure
Heart failure (HF) represents a significant public health concern, characterized by elevated rates of mortality and morbidity. Recent advancements in gene sequencing technologies have led to the ident...
Fracture fixation in the hand and wrist: A 16-year population-based study of 56 163 patients from the Swedish National Patient Register
Hand and wrist fractures are among the most common orthopaedic injuries, with a growing trend toward surgical treatment. However, large-scale data on regional variations and treatment trends remain li...
Developing a high-quality patient-centric integrated model for emergency care system in selected districts of India: An implementation research protocol (INDIA-EMS Study)
Introduction Integrated emergency care systems are essential for achieving universal health coverage and managing time-sensitive conditions. In India, emergency care remains fragmented, with limited r...
Medical associations’ guidance on caring for patients experiencing incarceration in the United States
The United States has one of the highest incarceration rates in the world. Carceral status can complicate clinical encounters in community and academic settings for an already medically vulnerable pop...
Investigating the use of a one-page infographic to improve recruitment and retention to the BASIL+ randomised controlled trial: A Study Within a Trial (SWAT)
Background Low participant recruitment and retention rates are a significant barrier to successful Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs). A Study Within A Trial (SWAT) is an effectiv...
Exploring the coupling dynamics between accessibility of tourist attractions and tourism demand in Anhui Province
Tourist attractions, as core components of tourism product supply, play a crucial role in regional tourism development. Investigating the spatial relationship between the supply and demand of tourist...
Prevalence and determinants of depression, anxiety, and stress among secondary school students
Background By investigating the depression, anxiety and stress status of secondary school students, we further analysed the influencing factors of the changes in depression, anxiety and stress among s...
Distribution of myogenic stem cell activator, hepatocyte growth factor, in skeletal muscle extracellular matrix and effect of short-term disuse and reloading
Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) is a key myogenic stem cell (satellite cells) activator, that resides in the extracellular matrix (ECM). However, HGF distribution in the ECM varies depending on the mus...
GWOA: A multi-strategy enhanced whale optimization algorithm for engineering design optimization
This paper analyzes the shortcomings of the traditional Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA), mainly including the tendency to fall into local optima, slow convergence speed, and insufficient global sea...
The deciduous genital spines of the moth Peridea anceps (Goeze, 1781): Potential socially transferred materials
The genitalia of Lepidoptera are complex structures that evolve rapidly and divergently. The endophallus of many lepidopterans is ornamented with elaborate sclerotized structures known as cornuti. In...