Integrating electrocardiogram and fundus images for early detection of cardiovascular diseases by K. A. Muthukumar, Dhruva Nandi, Priya Ranjan, Krithika Ramachandran, Shiny PJ, Anirban Ghosh, Ashwini M, Aiswaryah Radhakrishnan, V. E. Dhandapani, Rajiv Janardhanan

“…As we continue our research, we anticipate refining and validating the model further to enhance its clinical applicability in resource limited healthcare ecosystems prevalent across the Indian sub-continent and also the world at large.…”
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Diversity of beetles (Arthropoda, Insecta, Coleoptera) associated with coniferous forests in Honduras by Mauricio Hernández, Mauricio Michel, Joel García, Geisy Dueñas, Marcela Moncada, Kevin Amaya, Yensi Yánez, Alejandra Pinto, Gabriela Matamoros, Alejandro Zamora, Gustavo Fontecha

“…While this research provides an updated inventory of beetle species associated with Honduran coniferous forests, further taxonomic surveys and ecological studies are essential to better understand the spread and impact of bark beetles in pine ecosystems.…”
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Diagnosis of the vegetation cover in the wetlands of La Caimanera Swamp, Colombia and Casitas Wetland, Mexico by means of Landsat and Sentinel-2A images during last four decades by Gastón Ballut-Dajud, Erick Arturo Betanzo-Torres, Luis Carlos Sandoval Herazo

“…However, anthropogenic activities, driven by population growth, have led to the degradation of these ecosystems, causing both loss of area and functional decline. …”
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Exploring shape diversity and sexual dimorphism in two populations of Nigma conducens through geometric morphometrics by Safa M. El-masry, Tarek G. Ismail, Asmaa N. Mustafa

“…Abstract Background Spiders are highly adaptable hunters found in nearly all terrestrial ecosystems and play an important role in biological control by preying on pest insects. …”
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DOES ESG INVESTMENT IMPACT THE FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY OF NIGERIAN ENERGY COMPANIES: A PANEL REGRESSION APPROACH? by Tajudeen Alaburo Abdulsalam, Adedeji Daniel Gbadebo

“… The destruction of around 5% to 10% of Nigerian mangrove ecosystems and the disappearance of approximately 7,400 square kilometres of rainforest have shifted managerial priorities in Nigeria's energy sector from purely financial gain to increased social responsibility. …”
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Public health implications of multidrugresistant and methicillinresistant Staphylococcus aureus in retail oysters by Rahma Mohammed, Sara M. Nader, Dalia A. Hamza, Maha A. Sabry

“…It highlights oysters as a potential source for spreading these isolates within aquatic ecosystems, posing a threat to food safety and public health.…”
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Atmospheric Methane Condition over the South Sumatera Peatland during the COVID-19 Pandemic by Muhammad Rendana, Wan Mohd Razi Idris, Sahibin Abdul Rahim

“…As one of the primary sources of methane (CH4) emissions in terrestrial ecosystems, peatlands also contribute to atmospheric greenhouse gases. …”
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Towards Sustainability: Tracking Carbon Footprint Trends at Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife by Kgaphudi Wendy Madiope, Jacob Adedayo Adedeji, Sebataolo Rahlao

“…Globally, organizations committed to biodiversity conservation are essential for maintaining ecosystems and the people who inhabit them. Nonetheless, these organizations produce a carbon footprint due to their operating operations. …”
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Bois pourri et santé des forêts : exemple du mélange épicéa (Picea abies [L.] Karst.) et mélèze (Larix decidua Mill.) en forêt subalpine de Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie) by Nicolas Bernier, Jean-Yves Trosset

“…Notre rapport aux forêts doit donc se nourrir d’un dilemme qui interroge l’impact réel de l’exportation de bois sur la santé de cet écosystème. Messages clés : - Sénescence et régénération sont interdépendants. …”
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Evaluation of essential indigenous woody plant species used by the rural population in Taraba State Nigeria by Bernard Bunde Meer, Iyiola Oadunjoye Tella, Callistus Akosim, Ephraim Edward Dishan

“…Sustainability of these species is, therefore, recommended through proper education, afforestation and reforestation programs, sustainable harvesting methods, and management of indigenous woody plant species and forest ecosystems.…”
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Integration of local knowledge systems and decision on land use allocation among rural households in South Africa by Muhammad, Mubbin, Lobina G, Palamuleni, Tabukeli, Musigi Ruhiiga, Syed, Atif Bokhar

“…Landform condition has a strong impact on the distribution of ecosystems through variation of the climate and controlled land-use. …”
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A Comparative Analysis on the Effect of Poultry Manure and Pig Manure on Cabbage Yield Around Kabale University. by Amanya, Pride

“…Poultry manure, with its higher nitrogen content, if not properly managed, poses risks of nitrogen runoff into nearby water bodies, leading to water pollution, algal blooms, and oxygen depletion, which can harm aquatic ecosystems. In conclusion, poultry manure's higher nitrogen levels contribute to improved vegetative growth and higher cabbage yields. …”
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Ammonifying and phosphorus-solubilizing function of Aliikangiella maris sp. nov. isolated from Phaeocystis globosa bloom and algal–bacterial interactions by Fei Li, Fei Li, Ming-Ben Xu, Liang-Hao Pan, Jie Li, Cai-Bi Lan, Zhe Li, Shan Lu, Jun-Xiang Lai, Jun-Xiang Lai, Peng-Fu Li

“…Phaeocystis globosa blooms are of escalating global concern due to their substantial ecological impacts on marine ecosystems. Emerging evidence indicates that algae–bacterial interactions play pivotal roles in shaping the ecology and evolution of harmful algal blooms, although much of this interplay remains unexplored. …”
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Microbial community variations in adult Hyalomma dromedarii ticks from single locations in Saudi Arabia and Tunisia by Myriam Kratou, Apolline Maitre, Apolline Maitre, Apolline Maitre, Lianet Abuin-Denis, Lianet Abuin-Denis, Rachid Selmi, Hanène Belkahia, Abdullah D. Alanazi, Hattan Gattan, Hattan Gattan, Bassam M. Al-Ahmadi, Abdullah F. Shater, Lourdes Mateos-Hernández, Dasiel Obregón, Lilia Messadi, Alejandro Cabezas-Cruz, Mourad Ben Said, Mourad Ben Said

“…Despite prior studies on its microbiota, the effects of geographic origin and sex on microbial community structure and functional stability remain poorly understood.MethodsTo address this, we characterized the bacterial microbiota of H. dromedarii ticks collected from camels in Tunisia (TUN) and Saudi Arabia (SA) using 16S rRNA gene sequencing, microbial network analysis, and metabolic pathway prediction.ResultsOur findings indicate a dominant presence of Francisella endosymbionts in Tunisian ticks, suggesting adaptive roles of H. dromedarii ticks in arid ecosystems. Keystone taxa, particularly Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium, were identified as central to microbial network structure and resilience. …”
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An integrative conservation and management strategy based on biological and cultural diversity assessment: A case study of Miaoling mountainous region, China by Xiaoqi Li, Jiaojiao Zhu, Xinyi Lyu, Yiyun Sun, Chuandong Tan, Bin Zhang, Paolo Tarolli, Qichi Yang

“…The priority conservation zones for bio-cultural diversity, which cover a total area of 2,286.76 km2, are located within small watershed and agroforestry ecosystems, displaying a fragmented distribution. Also, the conservation network encompasses 29 primary corridors, 76 secondary corridors, and 25 nodes. …”
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A comprehensive environmental index for monitoring ecological quality of typical alpine wetlands in Central Asia by Jiudan Zhang, Junli Li, Changming Zhu, Anming Bao, Amaury Frankl, Philippe De Maeyer, Tim Van de Voorde

“…This study offers a scientific foundation for adaptive strategies to sustain the resilience of alpine wetland ecosystems.…”
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Heavy metal contamination in freshwater habitats impairs the growth and reproductive health of wild spotted snakehead Channa punctata (Channidae) in Bangladesh by Imran Parvez, Sharmin Ahmed, Nazifa Tasnim, Rubaiya Pervin, Md Ashraful Alam, Md Nasir Khan, Yeasmin Ara, Harunur Rashid, Siriporn Pradit

“…Heavy metal bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms of open water aquatic ecosystems was detected globally, including Bangladesh. …”
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The water footprint of lithium extraction technologies: Insights from environmental impact reports in Argentina's salt flats by Walter Fernando Díaz Paz, Lucas Seghezzo, Ariela Griselda Salas Barboza, Melisa Escosteguy, Paula Valentina Arias-Alvarado, Eduardo Kruse, Marc Hufty, Martín Alejandro Iribarnegaray

“…To the best of our knowledge, this study is the first to estimate WF and BC for lithium extraction and provides data to assess water consumption and better understand its implications for local ecosystems and communities. We also contextualize freshwater consumption in lithium extraction projects by estimating the blue water intensity (WIblue) and the population equivalent (PE), namely the number of local inhabitants that would consume an equivalent volume of water. …”
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Diagnosis of land degradation and analysis of its spatiotemporal evolution in the Jinghe River Basin, Xinjiang by Ya Peng, Zhaopeng Wu, Xinpeng Shi, Yuting Tian, Ruirui Zhang

“…Land degradation is one of the serious environmental problems faced globally, with profound impacts on human society, ecosystems, and economic development. The situation and trend of land degradation in the Jinghe River Basin are not clear. …”
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Charge-on-the-move solutions for future mobility: A review of current and future prospects by Mohd Aiman Khan, Wilco Burghout, Oded Cats, Erik Jenelius, Matej Cebecauer

“…By addressing these research challenges, dynamic charging systems have the potential to redefine EV infrastructure and support the broader transition to sustainable and efficient mobility ecosystems. This review serves as a guide for researchers and planners seeking to align charging technologies with evolving transportation needs.…”
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