Behavioral and biological risk factors of non-communicable diseases: Results of a nationally representative cross-sectional survey in Algeria by Karl Peltzer, Djamila Nadir Azirou, Edith Phalane, Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Refilwe N. Phaswana-Mafuya

“…Introduction There is a need to strengthen the evidence base for context-specific heterogeneities in factors that may potentiate or reduce adverse outcomes of non-communicable disease (NCDs). …”
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Detection of reproductive and hematobiochemical biomarkers to evaluate the impact of heavy metal exposure on brick kiln workers by Kibria Hassan, Muhammad Kashif Khan, Mehwish David, Sarwat Jahan, Tayyaba Afsar, Fohad Mabood Husain, Huma Shafique, Suhail Razak

“…Abstract The brick manufacturing process contributes to the presence of heavy metals, particularly in the microenvironment surrounding the kilns. The current study aimed to investigate the effects of heavy metal-containing brick kiln emissions on the reproductive health and hematobiochemical parameters of brick kiln workers in Layyah, Pakistan. …”
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Review on Autoimmune Reactions in Female Infertility: Antibodies to Follicle Stimulating Hormone by Kadri Haller-Kikkatalo, Andres Salumets, Raivo Uibo

“…This paper summarizes a current clinical classification of female infertility in the context of general activation of autoimmunity and antiovarian autoimmunity by describing serum anti-FSH. …”
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Frailty in COPD: Clinical Impact, Diagnosis, Biomarkers, and Management Strategies by Azhimamatova R, Salieva RS, Zalova TB, Karimova K, Karimova DS, Dyikanova SA, Kalmatov R, Tynaliev UM

“…This review synthesizes current evidence on the interplay between frailty and COPD, emphasizing clinical implications, diagnostic frameworks, emerging biomarkers, and tailored management strategies. …”
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Resources to develop the research publication competencies of Russian researchers by N. G. Popova, E. I. Khabirova

“…In the last decades, due to the increased number of international research collaborations, the role of auxiliary institutions which contribute to the development of research publication competencies has increased. …”
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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE OF IMPLEMENTING THE ENHANCED RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY (ERAS) SOCIETY RECOMMENDATIONS IN NEONATAL SURGICAL PATHOLOGY by О. Власов, О. Оболонський, О. Капустіна, О. Оболонська

“…The results demonstrate the effi cacy of this approach in the context of the current situation, which is characterized by an increased workload in neonatal departments due to the destruction of medical facilities as a consequence of the Russian Federation’s military actions. …”
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Development and Dynamic Numerical Evaluation of a Lightweight Sports Helmet Using Topology Optimization and Advanced Architected Materials by Nikolaos Kladovasilakis, Konstantinos Tsongas, Eleftheria Maria Pechlivani, Dimitrios Tzetzis

“…Hence, in the last decades, the scientific interest has been focused on establishing head injury criteria and improving the helmet design with the ultimate goal of the reduction in injury probability and increasing the athlete’s performance. In this context, the current study aims to develop a lightweight sports helmet with increased safety performance, utilizing topology optimization processes and advanced architected materials. …”
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Neurotoxic Effects of Pesticides: Implications for Neurodegenerative and Neurobehavioral Disorders by Alexandra Andreea Botnaru, Ancuta Lupu, Paula Cristina Morariu, Alexandra Jităreanu, Alin Horatiu Nedelcu, Branco Adrian Morariu, Emil Anton, Maria Luisa Di Gioia, Vasile Valeriu Lupu, Oana Maria Dragostin, Madalina Vieriu, Ionela Daniela Morariu

“…Pesticides play an essential role in modern agriculture, yet increasing evidence links their widespread use to neurotoxic effects that contribute to both neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders. …”
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Tumor glyco-immunology, glyco-immune checkpoints and immunotherapy by Heinz Läubli, Salomé S. Pinho, Matthew S. Macauley

“…Moreover, they can mediate immune-suppressive effects. For example, increased sialylation can enhance interactions with immune-inhibitory Siglec receptors, and galectin-mediated interactions can modulate immune responses in the context of cancer. …”
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Collaborationists and Forms of Cooperation with the Occupation Authority in Odesa (1941-1944) by Oleksandr Babich, Hanna Skoreiko, Oleksandr Rusnak

“…The topic’s relevance increased considerably after the start of the Russian-Ukrainian war, the occupation of Crimea and part of Donbas transforming collaborationism from a historical notion into a current practical and legal concern. …”
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Human immunodeficiency virus prevention and testing strategies among men who have sex with men in the UK: the PANTHEON research programme including the SELPHI RCT by Janey Sewell, T Charles Witzel, David Dunn, Fiona Lampe, Fiona Burns, Peter Weatherburn, Sheena McCormack, Leanne McCabe, Alec Miners, Valentina Cambiano, Roger Pebody, Roy Trevelion, Nadia Hanum, Andrew Phillips, Alison Rodger

“…Modelling suggested that provision of oral tenofovir/emtricitabine pre-exposure prophylaxis increased human immunodeficiency virus testing, with anti-retroviral therapy initiation at diagnosis, and reductions in the level of condom-less sex, that each played an important role in decreasing human immunodeficiency virus incidence among men who have sex with men, and that the current human immunodeficiency virus incidence would have been double what it is if any one of them had not occurred. …”
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Magnetic nanoparticle-catalysed synthesis of quinoline derivatives: A green and sustainable method by Vaishali, Shubham Sharma, Pooja Sharma, D.K. Das, Vinod K Vashistha, Jitender Dhiman, Rachna Sharma, Rajesh Kumar, Man vir Singh, Yogendra Kumar

“…Green synthesis involves the development of method that decrease or eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals, and make use of renewable or recyclable resources. …”
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Pre-sleep casein ingestion with probiotic strains improves anaerobic power and lower-body-specific strength and power performance in soccer players by Reza Sadeghi, Mohammad Hemmatinafar, Fereshteh Eftekhari, Babak Imanian, Negar Koureshfard

“…One-way analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) or Quade tests with a significance level of p < 0.05 was used to analyze the collected data.Result The current study’s findings indicated that APT-180°/s (ext) significantly increased in CAS (p = 0.008) and PRO+CAS (p = 0.003) compared to PLA. …”
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Everyday living with osteoarthritis in the global South: A qualitative focus group inquiry in Nigeria by Tolulope Owoyemi, Ibidunni Alonge, Oladapo Adetunji, Emmanuel Ogbu, Adebimpe Ogunbanjo, Simon White, Adewale Adebajo, Christian Mallen, Opeyemi O. Babatunde, Krysia Dziedzic

“…This study aimed to explore lived experiences, expressed needs and current care gaps for people living with osteoarthritis in low-health resource contexts using Nigeria as a case study. …”
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Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte ratio as surrogate for JAK2V617F suppression and event-free survival in polycythemia vera by Tiziano Barbui, Arianna Ghirardi, Victoria Empson, Francesca Fenili, Giuseppe Gaetano Loscocco, Annalisa Condorelli, Alessandra Iurlo, Daniele Cattaneo, Elena Rossi, Valerio De Stefano, Paola Guglielmelli, Christoph Klade, Heinz Gisslinger, Alessandro Rambaldi, Joseph M. Scandura, Alessandro Maria Vannucchi

“…Abstract Chronic systemic inflammation is a key driver of polycythemia vera (PV) progression, but the immunomodulatory effects of current treatments remain poorly defined. The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is an accessible biomarker of systemic inflammation proven in other contexts, but its role in monitoring PV disease activity has not been established. …”
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VDT work in the future and health consequences on VDT users: State of the art and new perspectives by Paolo SANTUCCI

“…New technologies with an increased number of video display terminal (VDT) operators, as well as the current COVID-19 pandemic with the consequent social distancing and lockdown measures suggested new models to evaluate and address new ergonomics risk factors associated with VDT use. …”
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The role of hybrid strategy in the innovation strategy process by R.V.

“…In addition, an overview of the current state of theoretical and practical implications for hybrid strategies was provided. …”
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Valorising mango, cashew apple, and papaya by-products for sustainable small ruminant production in low-income food deficit countries—a review by Antoinette Simpah Anim-Jnr, Salma Binta Yusif Ishaq, Prince Sasu, Sadat Gyimah, Henry Michael Rivers Greathead, Christine Boesch, Faith Philemon Mabiki, Mohammad Naushad Emmambux

“…The review examines the current state of small ruminant livestock production in LIFDCs, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and adopts a systems thinking approach to consider using cashew apple, papaya, and mango by-products as a potential feed source. …”
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Interior Point Algorithm in Multi-objective Portfolio Optimization: GlueVaR Approach by Elaheh Gohania, Gholamreza Mansourfar, Fahimeh Biglari

“…Conclusion Based on the current findings, it is evident that the internal point algorithm is effective in resolving stock portfolio optimization issues. …”
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Manganese for Whom? A Review on Manganese Mining Permits towards the Existence of Springs’ Sacred Forest in Manggarai Flores by Bernadinus Steni, Hariadi Kartodihardjo, Soeryo Adiwibowo, Ruchyat Deni Djakapermana

“…Both the spatial analysis and qualitative data are then analyzed alongside the legal framework of land use and spring used to distill the institutional barriers leading to the issuance of permits in such contexts. The analysis then briefly traces the current political economy of mining’s permits underlying the institutional interactions to better understand why the institutions behave as they do. …”
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