Reduction of uncertainties in rice yield response to elevated CO2 by experiment-model integration: A case study in East China by Zihao Wang, Yu Zhang, Xueni Wang, Yanfeng Ding, Songhan Wang

“…This study thus highlights the large CFE uncertainties of current crop models and provides us with a method to reduce this uncertainty, which is beneficial for the accurate prediction of future global rice yield in the context of climate change.…”
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Recent achievement of graphene in biomedicine: Advancements by integrated microfluidics system and conventional techniques by Mohammad Aminul Islam, Aslam Hossain, Nayem Hossain, Md Mir Shakib Ahmed, Safiul Islam, A.M.A. Henaish, A.V. Soldatov, Mohammad Asaduzzaman Chowdhury

“…Moreover, the integration of graphene-based materials with microfluidics technology has opened up new possibilities. The novelty of the current review is considering comprehensive analysis of the transformative impact of graphene and its derivatives in biomedical applications, particularly highlighting the integration with microfluidics technology. …”
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Enhancing decision-making on detractor-causing failures: an approach combining data mining and machine learning by Yuri A. V. da Silva, Geraldo Cardoso de Oliveira Neto, Gustavo Lima, Sidnei A. de Araújo, Rodrigo Neri Bueno da Silva, Francisco Elanio Bezerra, Marlene Amorim

“…The current retail landscape poses new challenges as consumers become increasingly discerning. …”
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A low-carbon and economically efficient dispatch model for distribution networks based on carbon emission flow theory by ZHAO Shuqi, XU Jianjun, TENG Xinliang, LI Yifan, PENG Cheng, YAN Limei

“…In the context of dual carbon goals， the structure of the new-type power systems is becoming increasingly complex. …”
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Model for assessing the maturity level of digital transformation in higher education institutions: a theoretical-methodological approach by Jessie Bravo-Jaico, Roger Alarcón, Carlos Valdivia, Nilton Germán, Janet Aquino, Oscar Serquén, Laurita Guevara, Armando Moreno Heredia

“…In these times of increasing digitization and process automation, digital transformation (DT) has become a determining factor for continuous improvement and competitiveness in organizations in all areas. …”
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Does telework weaken urban structure–travel relationships? by Erik Elldér

“…Planners and policymakers should monitor whether the number of teleworkers continues to increase. If so, traditional distance- and location-based models and policies for predicting and planning transport may prove less accurate and effective than currently assumed.…”
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What do private providers of home care want? An analytical framework by Julien Mercille, Luciana Lolich

“…A major package of regulatory reforms is currently being introduced and private providers have outlined clear preferences about it. …”
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INNOVATIVE TRENDS OF FINANCIAL ENGINEERING TO THE WAY OF DIGITAL ECONOMY by Світлана Халатур, Олена Довгаль, Олександр Карамушка, Лариса Бровко, Оксана Водолазська

“…The transition to a digital economy is becoming increasingly evident, creating new opportunities and challenges for various sectors, including the financial industry. …”
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Advances in genetically modified neural stem cell therapy for central nervous system injury and neurological diseases by Xiangwen Tang, Peng Deng, Lin Li, Yuqing He, Jinchao Wang, Dingjun Hao, Hao Yang

“…Abstract Neural stem cells (NSCs) have increasingly been recognized as the most promising candidates for cell-based therapies for the central nervous system (CNS) injuries, primarily due to their pluripotent differentiation capabilities, as well as their remarkable secretory and homing properties. …”
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The role of city parks in creating ‘wellbeing societies’: A case study of Piłsudski Park in Łódź, Poland by Melanie Kay Smith, Joanna Kowalczyk-Anioł, Jakub Janiszewski, Karolina Grabarczyk

“… This article examines the role of urban green spaces (UGSs) and city parks in fostering wellbeing among urban residents. UGSs are increasingly being recognized for their contribution to public health, mental wellbeing and social cohesion, and this research fills a gap in the understanding of these benefits in the context of Central and Eastern European cities. …”
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Exploring Al-‘Azl and Contemporary Contraceptive Practices: A Maqashid al-Shariah Perspective on Population Regulation and Reproductive Morality by Neng Nurcahyati Sinulingga, Endah Rundika Pratiw, Wildan Ansori Hasibuan, Hengki Wijaya

“…This research seeks to examine contraceptive practices through the context of Maqashid a-Shariah (the objectives or higher intents of Islamic law) and illustrate the way Islamic principles are incorporated with current contraceptive practices. …”
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Low dose exposure to dioxins alters hepatic energy metabolism and steatotic liver disease development in a sex-specific manner by Oluwanifemi E. Bolatimi, Yuan Hua, Frederick A. Ekuban, Tyler C. Gripshover, Abigail Ekuban, Bana Luulay, Walter H. Watson, Josiah E. Hardesty, Banrida Wahlang

“…“Dioxins” are persistent organic pollutants (POPs) that are continuously present in the environment at appreciable levels and have been associated with increased risk of steatotic liver disease (SLD). However, current understanding of the role of sex and effects of mixtures of dioxins in SLD development is limited. …”
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Job insecurity, work passion, and work–life balance in diverse work arrangements by Chantell Ribas, Gerhard H. Rabie, Karina Mostert, Leon De Beer

“…Orientation: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic shifted work settings, revealing gaps in current literature on how work arrangements affect employee experiences and well-being. …”
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Understanding How, Why and for Whom Link Work Interventions Promote Access in Community Healthcare Settings in the United Kingdom: A Realist Review by Rebecca Golby, Fiona Lobban, Louise Laverty, Kyriakos Velemis, Vishal R. Aggarwal, Katherine Berry, Abby Morris, Emma Elliott, Rebecca Harris, Al Ross, Carolyn A. Chew‐Graham, Miranda Budd, Linda McGowan, David Shiers, Neil Caton, Chris Lodge, Paul French, Robert Griffiths, Jasper Palmier‐Claus

“…Conclusion Although link work interventions are increasingly utilised across community healthcare settings, the contexts in which they operate vary considerably, triggering a range of mechanisms. …”
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Digital transformation in the legal sector: Challenges and opportunities for cybersecurity and data protection by Erisa Xhixho, Niiazbek Pazylov, Viktor Savchenko, Nurkhanbek Patiev, Munarym Pazylova

“…[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to examine the principal issues of cybersecurity and data protection in the context of digital transformation in the legal system of the Kyrgyz Republic. …”
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IoB Internet of Things (IoT) for Smart Built Environment (SBE): Understanding the Complexity and Contributing to Energy Efficiency; A Case Study in Mediterranean Climates by Ignacio Martínez Ruiz, Enrique Cano Suñén, Álvaro Marco Marco, Ángel Fernández Cuello

“…From these premises, to analyse the performance indicators that characterise these multidisciplinary ways of inhabiting, an IoT-driven methodology is proposed: to deploy a sensor infrastructure to acquire experimental measurements; analyse data to convert them into context-aware information; and make knowledge-based decisions. …”
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Exploring forest rehabilitation and restoration: A brief systematic review by Mthokozisi Ndumiso Mzuzuwentokozo Buthelezi, Romano Trent Lottering, Kabir Yunus Peerbhay, Onisimo Mutanga

“…These approaches require context-specific planning and consideration of various factors outlined in existing literature. …”
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Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors and Vaccination: Assessing Safety, Efficacy, and Synergistic Potential by Jacob New, Luke Shenton, Radia Ksayer, Justin Wang, Karam Zakharia, Laura J. Nicholson, Amitabh C. Pandey

“…As ICIs gain broader clinical application, the relevance of current vaccination guidelines for cancer patients—largely developed in the context of cytotoxic therapies—becomes increasingly uncertain. …”
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Design and Evaluation of Environmental Value Mechanisms for Green Power Considering Carbon Reductions by Yan Lu, Mengmeng Zhang, Lei An, Pengyun Geng, Lili Liu, Tiantian Feng

“…Under the global context of addressing climate change and actively promoting energy transition, green power has become increasingly vital in the energy structure due to its clean and sustainable advantages. …”
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A classifier-assisted evolutionary algorithm with knowledge transfer for expensive multitasking problems by Min Hu, Zhigang Ren, Zhirui Cao, Yifeng Guo, Haitao Sun, Hongyao Zhou, Yu Guo

“…However, due to the scarcity of training samples, the prediction accuracy of frequently-used regression surrogate models can hardly be guaranteed as the difficulty of the problem increases, resulting in performance degradation of the whole algorithm. …”
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