Understanding the nature of substance use in Zimbabwe: State of the art and ways forward: A scoping review protocol. by Blessing N Marandure, Samson Mhizha, Amanda Wilson, Clement Nhunzvi

“…The results of the scoping review will be essential for identifying the current state of knowledge around substance use, and identify gaps in knowledge and policy that would be a catalyst for further work to enhance knowledge and develop solutions situated within the local context. …”
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Perioperative challenges and management strategies for non-cardiac surgery in patients with rheumatic heart diseases: A narrative review by Manila Singh, Abey Abraham, Swati Chhabra Soni, Saket Singh

“…An emphasis on basic point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) training is made in this review as the current era of diagnostics and therapeutics is increasingly reliant on echocardiography.…”
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On the Question of Transparency of Financial Reporting: Doctrine of “Piercing the Corporate Veil” by M. I. Sidorova, D. V. Nazarov

“…In the context of the globalization of the world economy, the task of ensuring the transparency of information about the company’s financial position remains relevant. …”
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Linear Polymer Cathode Materials for Highly Efficient Aqueous Zinc‐Ion Batteries: Is the High Active Sites Density Necessary? by Yiyang Dai, Yao Yao, Liang Feng, Zhenglong Qiu, Min Deng, Qiang Peng

“…This is attributed to the competition effect between neighboring active sites, which leads to decreased utilization of active sites. As a result, the Zn//TABQ‐DHBQ batteries with ZnI2 electrolyte additive have exhibited high specific capacities of 618 and 360 mAh g−1 at the current densities of 1 and 10 A g−1, along with a high energy density of 678.6 Wh kg−1 (1 A g−1). …”
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Experience of using unmanned aerial photography systems for mapping the territory of the Russian Federation by S. Nekhin, A. Rubenok

“…Along with the progress in the development of UAVs, this is facilitated by the current situation in the country with a decreasing number of manned aircraft used for aerial photography. …”
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Development and quality assessment of Coalho cheese using indigenous Pakistani milk sources: Nili-Ravi buffalo and Kamori goat by Wahab Ali Khan, Iqra Yasmin, Syed Abdul Wadood, Abbas Khan, Aiza Qamar, Maryam Hameeda, Fatima Farooq Ali, Khunsha Qamar Khan

“…The results exhibited significant compositional variations among milk types, in which buffalo milk demonstrated higher fat and protein content compared to goat milk, which contains more unsaturated fatty acids and mineral content. …”
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Advances in technology for seed germination of bamboo species by Anca Awal Sembada, Ristag Hamida Hanisia, Yuliar Yuliar, Yayat Hidayat, Ihak Sumardi

“…We systematically compile and evaluate current methodologies and identify the effective technologies in different environmental contexts. …”
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Microalgae-based dosimetry for monitoring blue light exposure by Léa Habib, Jihane Rahbani Mounsef, Rime Michael-Jubeli, Marie Abboud, Ali Tfayli, Roger Lteif

“…Blue light therapy is increasingly used to treat various skin conditions like acne, psoriasis and neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. …”
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Constitution of police sciences in the Slovak Republic by M. Lisoň, A. Vaško

“…They do not include any inputs in its content, just those that are foreseen and anticipated. In this context, they realize that the interdisciplinary of concepts enriches the view of constituted police science. …”
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A holistic approach to sustain and support lifelong practices of wellness among healthcare professionals: generating preliminary solid steps towards a culture of wellness by Beverley Argus-Calvo, Deborah J. Clegg, Maureen D. Francis, Alok Kumar Dwivedi, Paul A. Carrola, Marie Leiner

“…The implementation of a culture of wellness within the context of healthcare education, with a particular emphasis on individual-level strategies, allows for the realization of its intrinsic value and significance as a foundation for broader organizational strategies. …”
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Targeted reproductive management for lactating Holstein cows: Economic return by Ricardo C. Chebel, Tomas Gonzalez, Ana B. Montevecchio, Klibs N. Galvão, Albert de Vries, Rafael S. Bisinotto

“…The findings of the current experiment emphasize the importance of efficient reproductive management and its substantial economic implications, particularly in the context of high-producing Holstein cows.…”
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Dissociative Identity Disorder: A Comprehensive Review of Etiology, Diagnosis, Neurobiology, and Treatment by Monika Fidyk, Michał Bolek, Bartosz Jagieła, Aleksandra Kędzia, Dominika Musialska, Magda Minkiewicz

“…While debates surrounding the validity and origin of DID continue—particularly regarding the trauma model—empirical findings increasingly affirm the disorder’s legitimacy. Simulation of DID remains a concern, especially in forensic contexts, yet validated psychological and physiological assessments can aid in differential diagnosis. …”
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Developing Multi-Modal Communication Tools for Retrofit Guidance in Ageing Bushfire-Prone Communities by Shuang Wu, Mona Salam, Aso Hajirasouli, Iina Lohi, Alison Wain, Sara Wilkinson, Gregory M. Morrison, Saeed Banihashemi

“…Two bushfire-prone regions, Bega Valley and Noosa Shire, were used as the case study contexts for this research. Data collection in these two regions involved focus groups with participants over the age of sixty and on-site fieldwork assessments of bushfire-prone properties. …”
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Trend-Enabled Recommender System with Diversity Enhancer for Crop Recommendation by Iulia Baraian, Rudolf Erdei, Rares Tamaian, Daniela Delinschi, Emil Marian Pasca, Oliviu Matei

“…However, the applicability of many current systems is limited by their considerable computational requirements and dependence on comprehensive datasets, especially in resource-limited contexts. …”
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Biomimetic Robotics and Sensing for Healthcare Applications and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review by H. M. K. K. M. B. Herath, Nuwan Madusanka, S. L. P. Yasakethu, Chaminda Hewage, Byeong-Il Lee

“…This systematic review addresses these needs by analyzing 89 peer-reviewed sources retrieved from the Scopus database, focusing on the application of biomimetic robotics and sensing technologies in healthcare and rehabilitation contexts. The findings indicate a predominant focus on enhancing human mobility and support, with rehabilitative and assistive technologies comprising 61.8% of the reviewed literature. …”
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Walking apps for active aging? A literature and multi-source review of their impact on older adult users’ mobility and wellbeing by Pau Llopis, Oscar Oviedo-Trespalacios, Francisco Alonso, Mireia Faus, Sergio A. Useche

“…Available evidence suggests potential benefits in gait quality, balance, and reduced sedentary behavior in specific contexts. User feedback also points to high satisfaction, especially with simple and accessible interfaces. …”
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Risk Factors for Financial Toxicity in Patients With Pancreatic Cancer by Jing Wang, Jialu Cui, Xiaoyuan Wang, Zhihua Li, Yang Liu, Baoxin Shi

“…Financial toxicity (FT), as a concept describing the economic burden on patients, is crucial to comprehend the extent and determinants within specific contexts. Objective To understand the current status of FT among Chinese pancreatic cancer (PC) patients, identify risk factors for FT, and summarize the characteristics of high‐risk groups. …”
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Navigating the evolution: a comprehensive review of sustainable finance in mergers and acquisitions [version 1; peer review: 2 approved] by Kishan Jee, Debdas Rakshit, Sabyasachi Mondal, Satish Chandra Tiwari

“…Study appraisal and synthesis methods Employing advanced methodologies including machine learning tools, our research delves into domain specific influential papers, top-contributing journals, noteworthy authors, institutions, and nations. By dissecting the context and methodologies employed in scholarly works, we aim to instil a through overview of the current body of knowledge. our study categorizes the selected scholarly research into four distinct objectives, facilitating a nuanced understanding of the diverse perspectives within the field. …”
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COVID-19: the new challenge for rheumatologists by B. S. Belov, A. E. Karateev

“…In addition, the role of vaccination mainly against influenza and pneumococcal infection is substantially increasing in modern conditions, since the risk of death from respiratory tract infections is quite high in patients with IMIRDs, which is very important in the context of the current COVID-19 pandemic.The paper presents an update on the incidence of viral infections in patients with IMIRDs and also discusses whether antirheumatic drugs can be used to treat COVID-19.…”
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Discussing the Development in the Real Estate Sector in the Framework of University-City Interaction by Mete Korhan Özkök, Büşra Begen Okay

“…The study revealed that, regardless of the current population development, student-oriented dynamics directly affect the real estate sector in terms of housing sales, mobility, and spatial transformation due to the growth of the urban population and the increase in demand. …”
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