Research on Outdoor Thermal Comfort Strategies for Residential Blocks in Hot-Summer and Cold-Winter Areas, Taking Wuhan as an Example by Yongkuan Li, Yuchen Zeng, Wenyu Tu, Guang Ao, Guiyuan Li

“…With the intensification of climate challenges driven by rapid urbanization, the microclimate and thermal comfort of residential blocks have attracted increasing attention. Current research predominantly focuses on isolated morphological factors—such as building orientation, layout patterns, and height-to-width ratios—while neglecting the synergistic effects of multifactorial spatial configurations on outdoor thermal comfort. …”
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Development and biomechanical evaluation of a 3D printed analogue of the human lumbar spine by Siril Teja Dukkipati, Mark Driscoll

“…Moreover, there are increasing ethical concerns with human dissection practices. …”
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Building a Robust Scenario Library for Safety Assurance of Automated Driving Systems: A Review by Antonio A. Bruto da Costa, Patrick Irvine, Tudor Dodoiu, Siddartha Khastgir, Paul Jennings

“…Ensuring the safety of Automated Driving Systems (ADSs) is both a critical and complex endeavor. The increasing demand for autonomous driving technologies underscores the importance of robust safety assurance, yet the intricate nature of these systems presents significant challenges. …”
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The Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Company Profits by Rostyslav Vovk, Oksana Agres, Vitalii Shkromyda, Oksana Sadura, Oleh Duma, Liubomyr-Roman Kaminskyi, Kseniia Bliumska-Danko

“…In the current context of globalization and increased competition, the issue of social responsibility of business is of particular relevance, since the integration of social initiatives into corporate strategy not only improves the image of companies but also ensures their financial stability and sustainable development. …”
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The Immune Environment in Colorectal Adenoma: A Systematic Review by Ugne Silinskaite, Jurate Valciukiene, Matas Jakubauskas, Tomas Poskus

“…<b>Methods:</b> In this systematic review, we aim to provide a thorough analysis of the current research examining the immune infiltration patterns in sporadic colorectal adenoma tissues in the context of immune cell-based, cytokine-based, and other immunological factor-related changes along the conventional adenoma–carcinoma sequence. …”
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Quality failures in Energy- saving renovation projects in Northern China by Yuting Qi

“…However, in China, building energy renovation projects are subjected to quality failures resulting in energy wastage, a decrease in the energy efficiency of the project, an increase in project cost, and thus negatively affecting the overall performance of the renovation projects. …”
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Influence of Health Expenditure on COVID-19 Contraction: Theoretical and Empirical Analysis by Alina Vysochyna, Agnieszka Jakubowska

“…A more in-depth analysis using panel regression modelling in Stata 12/SE revealed the positive impact of public, private and external health expenditures on reducing mortality, as well as the positive impact of increasing current health expenditures on life expectancy. …”
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Interculturalizing ELT: Culture-based classes to enhance language skills and intercultural communicative competence dimensions by Khalid Hicham, Naji Masned AlQbailat, Islam Asim Ismail, Nizar M. Qpilat, Nisreen Naji Al-Khawaldeh, Othman Khalid Al-Shboul, Fatima Zahra Masrar

“…This study aimed to analyze the impact of culture-based classes on ICC dimensions and language skills learning, examine English teachers' instructional strategies regarding culture and interculturality, and explore whether current pedagogy caters to ICC dimensions and language skills among EFL undergraduate learners. …”
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Neonates at Risk: Understanding the Impact of High-Risk Pregnancies on Neonatal Health by Rozeta Sokou, Alexandra Lianou, Maria Lampridou, Polytimi Panagiotounakou, Georgios Kafalidis, Styliani Paliatsiou, Paraskevi Volaki, Andreas G. Tsantes, Theodora Boutsikou, Zoi Iliodromiti, Nicoletta Iacovidou

“…High-risk pregnancies (HRPs) constitute a significant global health issue due to their strong association with increased maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. …”
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Stress and influencing factor among children diagnosed with cancer at hospitals in Nepal: a cross-sectional study by Surya Kamal Shahi, Panpan Wang, Jinjin Gu, Rajendra Man Shrestha, Peng Wang

“…The linear regression model showed that stress is associated with socio-demographic variables sex in which female children are more stressed (β = 1.750 (95% CI: 0.46, 3.03) P < 0.05) and clinical features duration of diagnosis as the time increase (12 < Month ≤ 24) level of stress decreased (β =-1.730 (95% CI: -3.20,-0.25) P < 0.05. …”
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Theoretical Research on the Shear Mechanical Properties and Size Effect of Recycled Concrete Beams Without Stirrups by Chunyang Liu, Guangkai Zhou, Hao Wang, Yilin Wang

“…As a new type of building material with great potential, recycled concrete is playing a vital role in the context of the current construction industry’s pursuit of sustainable development. …”
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Priority directions of institutional provision of regional development in the conditions of war by Yu.Р. Kharchenko

“…The article solves practical scientific tasks, conducts research on the institutional support of the territorial organization of farms, and provides theoretical justifications based on the achievements of the currently existing science, a generalization of the current legislation and implementation practice. …”
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Jacques Ellul’s “Anti-Democratic Economy:” Persuading Citizens and Consumers in the Information Society by Artur Matos Alves

“…By drawing insights from authors who shared some of Ellul's concerns, such as Frankfurt School theorists, Vance Packard and Ivan Illich, this paper explores this “normative invasion” of human life by technique as a feature of contemporary information technology politics, specifically in (1) the historical context of normative and material technological colonization, and (2) the intertwining of propaganda and information warfare in the current reshaping of information politics. …”
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Title not available by Anna Chromá

“…The aim of this review article is to introduce the issue of bilingualism and the diagnostic process of developmental language disorder in bilingual children in the context of current scientific knowledge. With regard to the geopolitical situation, it can be stated that the number of bilingual patients of Clinical Speech Therapists is increasing. …”
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Towards inclusive universities: Promoting self-advocacy and active citizenship for students with disabilities and Specific Learning Disorders by Lucia Borsini, Noemi Del Bianco, Catia Giaconi

“…These challenges highlight the shortcomings of current approaches and emphasize the need for systemic innovations that prioritize both citizenship and active engagement. …”
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Recherche-action pour une maintenance du quotidien dans les résidences universitaires by Marion Serre, Agathe Chiron, Chloé Perreau

“…In the current context of environmental crisis, maintenance is increasingly seen as an alternative to innovation and progress, which are generally associated with growth and consumption. …”
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ECONOMY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY IN KYRGYZSTAN by Shabieva N.B.

“…In this article, we examine the current environmental situation in the world and in Kyrgyzstan and suggest ways to improve it. …”
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The Effect of Training Experience on Cardiac Morphology in Resistance Exercise Practitioners: A Study on Left Ventricular Systolic and Diastolic Parameters and Left Atrium Mechanic... by Ahmet Kurtoğlu, Ertuğrul Kurtoğlu, Bekir Çar, Özgür Eken, Jarosław Muracki, Edi Setiawan, Madawi H. Alotaibi, Safaa M. Elkholi

“…In this context, cohort studies are needed to analyze in detail the reasons for the decrease in diastolic parameters in these individuals.…”
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Deep Learning of 3D High-Precision Model Digital Engraving of Next-Generation Games Based on Artificial Intelligence by Yue Zhao

“…In the context of the rapid development of digital technology, the game industry increasingly recognizes the importance of digital carving technology for the design and production of the next generation of games. …”
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Entre patrimoine et développement durable, quel avenir pour les églises paroissiales ? by Mélanie Meynier-Philip

“…Within the framework of a PhD in Architecture, the research tackles the future of the parochial churches of the Lyon Saint-Étienne urban area, in a context of accelerated secularization of Western societies. …”
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