Vitamin D3 loaded polycaprolactone nanoparticles enhance the expression of the antimicrobial peptide cathelicidin in macrophages by Prince N. Dlozi, Rami Ahmed, Star Khoza, Admire Dube

“…Tuberculosis (TB), primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, remains a global health burden. Current antibiotic treatments are limited by adverse effects, poor adherence, and drug resistance, necessitating new therapeutic approaches. …”
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Trust-Based Determinants of Future Intention to Use Technology by Joanna Ejdys

“… It is widely recognized that one of the factors determining current and future socioeconomic development is the level of digitalization shaping a new type of society — the information society. …”
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Effects of Mixed Adjunct Culture of Pediococcus acidilactici and Kluyveromyces marxianus on the Quality of Cheddar Cheese by KANG You, LÜ Yang, GAO Lei, ZHAO Yujuan, ZHAO Zijian, GAO Yansong, YANG Ge, LI Shengyu

“…The mixed adjunct culture resulted in an increase in the levels of certain individual amino acids as well as an elevation in the total content of free amino acids. …”
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Legal measures to ensure fair distribution of income for sustainable development of Ukraine by S. S. Pyroha

“…To achieve these goals, legislation should contain an comprehensive list of price components. …”
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Architectural concretes for 3D construction printing by I. A. Stoletova (Cherepanova), A. A. Volodchenko

“…One of the rising architectural trends of the present time is to increase the comfort and aesthetics of the territories of populated areas through artistic improvement, a significant role in which is given to various types of small architectural forms. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNOLOGY FOR APPLICATION OF PLASMA COMPOSITE COATINGS BASED ON ZIRCONIUM DIOXIDE FOR SPACECRAFT SYSTEMS by F. I., Panteleenko, V. A. Okovity, O. G. Devoino, V. M. Astashinsky, V. V. Okovity, S. В. Sobolewski

“…The main peculiar feature of plasma anti-meteoritic coating structure is formation of some controlled porosity in order to increase permissible deformations in ceramics. The idea to create structures with controlled porosity is based on the fact that porous bodies are less liable to macroscopic scattering of cracks under the action of internal stresses due to slowing-down or deviation of an extending crack by pores and also due to low elasticity modulus of porous materials in comparison with compact ones.Methodology of the executed research works has been based on complex metallographic, X-ray and electronic and microscopic investigations of anti-meteoritic coatings on the basis of zirconium dioxide.In order to ensure high impact strength the structure of anti-meteoritic coatings on the basis of zirconium dioxide should contain more than 90 % of tetragonal phase of zirconium dioxide and not less than 10 % of monoclinic phase. …”
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Evaluation of the quality and safety of sugar substitutes by A. S. Gavrilov, E. Yu. Minnikhanova, A. A. Tumashov, A. V. Tarasov, D. A. Gladkova

“…In the future the demand for intense sweeteners and sugar substitutes is expected to increase, as the demand for dietary preventive, sports and diabetic nutrition products in the Russian Federation is steadily growing. …”
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Optimizing PSO for classification: comparison of Naïve Bayes and C4.5 for osteoporosis prediction by Zulfi Anugerahwati, Sri Lestari

“…Osteoporosis is a medical disease marked by a reduction in bone density, which significantly increases the risk of fractures. Osteoporosis patients do not always exhibit symptoms and because current diagnostic techniques have limitations, early detection is frequently needed. …”
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Next generation High-Mobility 2D chalcogenides TFT for display backplane by Prashant Bisht, Junoh Shim, Jooon Oh, Jieun Lee, Hoseong Shin, Hyeonho Jeong, Jimin Kim, Junho Lee, Hyuk-Jun Kwon, Sunkook Kim

“…In this context, 2D chalcogenides have emerged as promising candidates for thin-film transistors (TFTs) in display backplanes, offering advantages such as high mobility, low leakage current, mechanical robustness, and transparency. …”
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Gut opportunistic pathogens contribute to high-altitude pulmonary edema by elevating lysophosphatidylcholines and inducing inflammation by Xianduo Sun, Gaosheng Hu, Yuting Li, Wenjing Li, Yong Wang, Hui Yan, Guoqing Long, Long Zhao, Anhua Wang, Jingming Jia

“…We performed a fecal microbiome analysis and found a significant decrease in intestinal Klebsiella and Escherichia-Shigella, along with a notable increase in intestinal Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus, as volunteers recovered from acute mountain sickness (AMS). …”
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When IEEE 802.11 and 5G Meet Time-Sensitive Networking by Mahin K. Atiq, Raheeb Muzaffar, Oscar Seijo, INaki Val, Hans-Peter Bernhard

“…Time-sensitive networking (TSN) standards aim at providing vendor agnostic, reliable, and deterministic communications over the Ethernet, but lack in flexibility and modularity provisions. In this context wireless communication systems are preferred given the obvious benefits in terms of increased flexibility, reduced deployment & maintenance costs, and inherent mobility support. …”
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2004-2014: Switzerland and languages

“…The editorial reflects on the current political climate, highlighting the tensions between national identity and language diversity. …”
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Design and Analysis of a Launcher Flight Control System Based on Incremental Nonlinear Dynamic Inversion by Pedro Simplício, Paul Acquatella, Samir Bennani

“…This paper investigates the application of Incremental Nonlinear Dynamic Inversion (INDI) for launch vehicle flight control, addressing the limited exploration of nonlinear control architectures and their potential benefits in the context of the current “New Space” era. In this context, this study aims to bridge the gap between the launcher’s traditional linear control practice and nonlinear methods, focusing on INDI, which offers the potential to enhance limits of performance while reducing mission preparation (“missionisation”) efforts. …”
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Building health systems resilience in Central Asia through nursing and midwifery: evidence to inform policy action by Alba Llop-Gironés, Gulnaz Kachkynovna Azhymambetova, Aizat Kubanysbekovna Asanova, Yusufi Salomuddin, Malohat Hikmatulloevna Boynazarova, Firdavs Orifovich Raupov, Nazira Usenovna Zholzhanova, Naila Beksautovna Ruzdenova, Gulnora Sheraliyevna Tojiboyeva, Rikhsi Kamilovna Salikhodjayeva, Margrieta Langins

“…However, to fully achieve this, CACs will require increased institutional capacity; strengthened data for nursing and midwifery planning in the context of health workforce policy and health priorities, and financial and non-financial investment in the nursing and midwifery workforce.…”
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Modeling Approaches for Accounting Radiation-Induced Effect in HVDC-GIS Design for Nuclear Fusion Applications by Francesco Lucchini, Alessandro Frescura, Kenji Urazaki Junior, Nicolò Marconato, Paolo Bettini

“…This paper examines the modeling approaches used to analyze the electric field distribution in high-voltage direct-current gas-insulated systems (HVDC-GISs) used for the acceleration grid power supply (AGPS) of neutral beam injectors (NBIs). …”
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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation use in neuropathic pain with comorbid depression: a review of efficient treatment protocols’ parameters by D. S. Astafyeva, Ya. V. Vlasov, A. I. Strelnik, O. V. Chigareva, E. A. Markina, T. I. Shishkovskaya, D. A. Smirnova, A. Ya. Gayduk

“…Across the data analysis we evaluated such rTMS parameters as the type of a coil, type of stimulation area, locus of gained evoked motor potential, amplitude of stimulation, duration of session, frequency/number of sessions per day/month, tie duration between sessions, number and frequency of trains, amount and frequency of pulses containing and efficacy of treatment. Those studies that performed repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation using the figure‑of‑8 coil over the M1 brain area, for 10 or more daily sessions with duration from 7 up to 40 minutes, of 10–20 Hz frequency, intensity 80–90 % of resting motor threshold and total pulses number over 1500 per session demonstrated the greater efficacy in pain level decrease and depression scores reduction among neuropathic pain patients with comorbid depression. …”
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Intensifying cropping sequences in the US Central Great Plains: an in silico analysis of a sorghum–wheat sequence by Lucia Marziotte, Ana J. P. Carcedo, Daniel Rodriguez, Laura Mayor, P. V. Vara Prasad, Ignacio A. Ciampitti, Ignacio A. Ciampitti

“…These results highlight potential avenues for diversifying and intensifying the current wheat monocrop sequence while maintaining or increasing profitability. …”
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Caregivers and multidisciplinary team members’ perspectives on shared decision making in Duchenne muscular dystrophy: A qualitative study by Elise Schoefs, Thomas Desmet, Evelyn Lerinckx, Liesbeth De Waele, Sam Geuens, Conny Pelicaen, Luc Meeus, Steven Simoens, Chantal Van Audenhove, Mieke Mommen, Rosanne Janssens, Isabelle Huys

“…Abstract Background As new therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) are entering the market, shared decision making (SDM) will become increasingly important. Therefore, this study aimed to understand (1) Belgian stakeholders’ knowledge and perceptions of SDM in DMD treatment decision making, (2) the current state of SDM implementation in DMD in Belgium, examining the role of all involved parties, and (3) the barriers and facilitators for SDM in DMD in the Belgian context. …”
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The role of nicotinamide-β-adenine dinucleotide phosphate-H-cytochrome P450 oxidoreductase in the activation of cytochromes by Popova Olga, Bylinskaya Daria, Nikitina Anastasia, Ukrainskaya Olga

“…The aim of this theoretical study is to investigate the mechanisms of action of these enzymes in the context of metabolism in highly productive animals. …”
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Energy-driven circular design in the built environment: rethinking architecture and infrastructure by Williams Chibueze Munonye, George Oche Ajonye

“…This study explores the integration of energy-driven circular design principles within the built environment, aiming to foster sustainable, low-carbon cities and buildings. Currently as urbanization accelerates and environmental concerns heighten, the need for circular economy practices that promote energy efficiency, resource optimization, and waste reduction becomes increasingly urgent. …”
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