Development and characterization of in‐situ nickel aluminide reinforced Al‐Si matrix composites by stir casting by A. Saiyathibrahim, Vijaykumar S. Jatti, P. Dhanapal, Dhanesh G. Mohan

“…Abstract Aluminium matrix composites (AMCs) exhibit promising mechanical properties that are required for the aeronautical and automotive industries. In the current research, A413 (eutectic AlSi) alloy is employed as matrix material, and nickel based trialuminide (Al3Ni) with primary Si particles as reinforcements to manufacture aluminium matrix composites through the stir casting process. …”
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The impact of dropouts in scRNAseq dense neighborhood analysis by Alisa Pavel, Manja Gersholm Grønberg, Line H. Clemmensen

“…., cell pairs consistently being in the same cluster) decreases. This implies that sub-populations within cell types are increasingly difficult to identify under increasing dropout rates because observations are not consistently close.Our results challenge the current practice of using default clustering pipelines and the general assumption of identifiable local neighborhoods on high dropout data. …”
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Ethnozootechnical Perspectives on the Decline of Traditional Knowledge About Local Goat and Sheep Breeds in the Semi-Arid Region of Paraíba, Brazil by Raissa C. Silva, Marilene N. Melo, Carlos F. T. de Oliveira, José V. Cardoso, Luis A. C. Cevallos, Laura L. da Rocha, Janaina K. G. Arandas, Maria N. Ribeiro

“…Two workshops were held to assess the diversity of breeds in the past landscape (PP) and current landscape (PA), using the Recall technique. …”
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Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health by Jacopo Logiudice, Maria Alberti, Andrea Ciccarone, Benedetta Rossi, Giorgio Tiecco, Maria Antonia De Francesco, Eugenia Quiros-Roldan

“…This review explores the spread of arboviruses in Europe, highlighting their historical context, current transmission dynamics, and their impact on public health.…”
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Smart Packet Delivery in Mobile Underwater Sensors Networks (M-CTSP) by Abdul Khan, Miguel-Angel Luque-Nieto, Ali Akbar Siddique

“…This research is focused on leveraging the Travelling Salesman Problem (TSP) to establish the optimal route of getting from a source node to a destination node in an underwater dynamic location. In this context, all nodes are mobile and slightly adjust their positions due to water currents. …”
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Supply Chain Model for Mini Wind Power Systems in Urban Areas by Isvia Zazueta, Edgar Valenzuela, Alejandro Lambert, José R. Ayala, Rodny Garcia

“…The pursuit of energy security has become one of the most important challenges facing modern societies worldwide. The increase in energy consumption and the need to promote sustainability puts pressure on power generation systems. …”
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Multiple citizenship: international experience and implementation in Ukraine (economic, political and security aspects) by S. Denysiuk, V. Kononenko, N. Rezenkina

“… The article is dedicated to the study of issues related to multiple citizenship in the context of international law and security. In the current conditions of increasing globalization, the regulation of multiple citizenship is becoming ever more relevant, particularly in terms of national security and state sovereignty. …”
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Multiscale effects of climate change and anthropogenic activity on vegetation dynamics in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao greater bay area by Yun Tang, Yuanyuan Wang, Quanming Yang

“…The results reveal that: NDVI exhibits an increasing trend in most regions, Land Surface Temperature (LST) has significantly increased, and the intensity of anthropogenic activities has significantly intensified in half of the regions. …”
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Mapping evidence of spinal manipulation therapy for headaches in South Africa: a scoping review of grey literature by Keseri Padayachy, Ismail Fatima, Morris Kahere, Alister du Rose, Katherine A. Pohlman

“…In terms of objective measures, there were both increases and decreases across the different interventions. …”
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Cost-utility of aripiprazole once-monthly versus paliperidone palmitate once-monthly injectable for schizophrenia in China. by Yiping An, Gang Fang, Zhipeng Pi, Yumeng Zhang, Wei Li, Jinxi Ding

“…A cost-effectiveness threshold (CET) of 0.51 times China's 2023 gross domestic product (GDP) (US$ 6,394.536) was used to judge the economics of intervention.<h4>Results</h4>The current price of AOM in China is relatively high (US$418.140). …”
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Analysis of Adaptation of Students Studying under the Flipped Classroom Model to the Conditions of Distance Learning by G. R. Chaynikova

“…Survey analysis showed that the transition to distance learning was a challenge for most students and demanded from them to make significant efforts  to adapt, which was manifested in a decreased level of satisfaction with the results of their learning activities in general, an increased level of anxiety, as well as highlighting a number of difficulties that they had to face. …”
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Insulin Modulates NK Cell Activity in Liver Fibrosis MASH Patients via the STING Pathway by Johnny Amer, Ahmad Salhab, Amiram Ariel, Rifaat Safadi

“…<b>Aim:</b> The current study investigates the relationship between STING expression, NK cell activity, and insulin receptor (IR) signaling in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). …”
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Beyond the brain: early autonomic dysfunction in Alzheimer’s disease by Carmen Nanclares, Inés Colmena, Alicia Muñoz-Montero, Andrés M. Baraibar, Ricardo de Pascual, Aneta Wojnicz, Ana Ruiz-Nuño, Antonio G. García, Adrián Gironda-Martínez, Luis Gandía

“…Noradrenaline levels increased in both plasma and brain, while dopamine decreased peripherally but paradoxically increased in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus. …”
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M1 macrophages – unexpected contribution to tumor progression by Olga V. Kovaleva, Madina A. Rashidova, Vasiliy V. Sinyov, Olga S. Malashenko, Alexei Gratchev, Alexei Gratchev

“…In this review, we examine the complex, context-dependent function of M1 macrophages and reassess current strategies aimed at enhancing their cytotoxicity. …”
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Ukrainian-Polish Relations Through the Prism of Scientific Schools of International Relations by Tetiana Yelova, Antonina Shulіak

“…The study applies methods of theoretical analysis, comparative research, interpretation, and systems thinking to investigate the evolution and current state of Ukrainian-Polish relations against the backdrop of EU enlargement. …”
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Association of plasma levels of Sestrin2 with adiposity and metabolic function indices in healthy and diabetic subjects from Qatar Biobank by Muhammad Ammar Zahid, Shahenda Salah Abdelsalam, Hicham Raïq, Hanan H. Abunada, Aijaz Parray, Abdelali Agouni

“…Conversely, in the diabetic cohort, higher Sestrin2 levels were paradoxically linked to increased triglycerides (OR: 1.57), the product of triglyceride glucose and waist circumference (OR: 1.8), body fat (OR: 1.72), waist circumference (OR: 1.82), waist-to-hip ratio (OR: 1.96) and metabolic syndrome (OR: 1.48).ConclusionsThese findings suggest that Sestrin2 may play a complex and context-dependent role in metabolic regulation, potentially serving as a protective factor in healthy individuals but contributing to metabolic dysfunction in the context of established diabetes. …”
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Methodology for Managing Financial Resources in Credit Institutions by A. G. Mikheev

“…The current state of credit and banking sector is characterized by high competition between credit institutions, taking place in context of increasing business volatility. …”
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Enhancing malaria elimination in high-transmission settings: the synergy of concurrent vector control and chemotherapy by Ronald Mulebeke, Adoke Yeka, Jean-Pierre van Geertruyden

“…This report aims to review the available evidence on the strategies and deployment of current tools targeting vectors and parasites in resource-limited settings, focusing on sub-Saharan Africa. …”
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PSG-Pair: A Psychological Snapshot Guided Model for Improved Query-Response Pairing in Psychological Wellness Communities for University Students by Yongsheng Ma, Xianhui Sun, Aiqun Ma

“…Additionally, while the current evaluation metrics adequately reflect the retrieval and pairing capabilities, there is a need for the development of more tailored evaluation systems to assess models within the unique context of psychological wellness support for university students. …”
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Evaluating Generative AI in Mental Health: Systematic Review of Capabilities and Limitations by Liying Wang, Tanmay Bhanushali, Zhuoran Huang, Jingyi Yang, Sukriti Badami, Lisa Hightow-Weidman

“…ObjectivesThis systematic review aims to evaluate the current capabilities of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) models in the context of mental health applications. …”
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