The effect of population size on urban heat island and NO2 air pollution: Review and meta-analysis by Yufei Wei, Rémi Lemoy, Geoffrey Caruso

“…After pooling data we estimate that each 10-fold increase in population, increases the temperature gap between the city and countryside by almost 2 °C or a 40 % increase when cities get very large. …”
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Long-Term Exposure to Primary Traffic Pollutants and Lung Function in Children: Cross-Sectional Study and Meta-Analysis. by Francesco Barone-Adesi, Jennifer E Dent, David Dajnak, Sean Beevers, H Ross Anderson, Frank J Kelly, Derek G Cook, Peter H Whincup

“…Moreover, we placed the results for NO2 in context with a meta-analysis of published estimates of the association.…”
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Revolutionizing brain‒computer interfaces: overcoming biocompatibility challenges in implantable neural interfaces by Weihang Gao, Zineng Yan, Hong Zhou, Yi Xie, Honglin Wang, Jiaming Yang, Jingbo Yu, Changmao Ni, Pengran Liu, Mao Xie, Li Huang, Zhewei Ye

“…Despite significant advancements over the years, conventional neural electrode interfaces remain insufficient for fully achieving these objectives, particularly in the context of long-term implantation. The primary limitation stems from the poor biocompatibility and mechanical mismatch between the interfacing electrodes and neural tissues, which induce a local immune response and scar tissue formation, thus decreasing the performance and useful lifespan. …”
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Exploring Human-centered AI Literacy Education: Interpretation and Insights from UNESCO's AI Competency Framework for Teachers and Students by Dan WU, Xinjue SUN

“…In particular, this study explores the policy context in which these frameworks were developed and examines how global educational goals and technological advances have influenced the articulation of AI competencies. …”
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A randomized controlled trial for evaluating the effects of an online mindfulness-based intervention for parents of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: a study... by Zoe Jiwen Zhang, Herman Hay Ming Lo, Susan M. Bögels, Rebecca Y. M. Cheung, Elsa Ngar-sze Lau, Eric Kam-pui Lee, Siu-Man Ng, Alma Au, Wing Tung Yeung

“…Mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) has been evaluated for its benefits in improving family functioning and has been increasingly applied within the context of a family environment. …”
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Analysis and Recommendation of Outdoor Activities for Smart City Users Based on Real-Time Contextual Data by S. R. Mani Sekhar, D. M. Mushtaq Ahmed, G. M. Siddesh

“…The framework begins by collecting and processing diverse datasets from sensors, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and other urban sources to create a comprehensive understanding of the current city context. Deep learning models, such as recurrent neural networks (RNNs) and convolutional neural networks (CNNs), are employed to analyze this data and predict real-time contextual information, including weather conditions, traffic patterns, and social events. …”
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RESOCIALIZATION OF ADOLESCENTS ON PROBATION: PSYCHOSOCIAL APPROACH WITH ELEMENTS OF COACHING by Inesa Harkusha, Serhii Dubinskyi

“…It is determined that the forms of educational and upbringing work with young people, as well as the nature of deviant behaviour, largely depend on the type of institution that performs an educational or pre- ventive function. In the context of modern approaches and individualized models to the resocialization of minors, the introduction of coaching approaches is becoming increasingly relevant. …”
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Habituation, Coercion, Education: Labour in the History of Social Welfare by Gisela Hauss

“…Investments are aimed at human capital and at increasing employability, less at direct transfer payments. …”
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Antibiotics resistance in El Tor Vibrio cholerae 01 isolated during cholera outbreaks in Mozambique from 2012 to 2015. by Liliana Candida Dengo-Baloi, Cynthia Amino Semá-Baltazar, Lena Vania Manhique, Jucunu Elias Chitio, Dorteia Luísa Inguane, José Paulo Langa

“…All samples were collected and tested in the context of Africhol Project, approved by the National Bioethics Committee for Health.…”
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STRATEGIC COMPETENCE AS A GUARANTEE OF PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY OF A MODERN IT SPECIALIST by Volkova Nataliia, Oliinyk Iryna, Karpova Maryna

“…The article examines the current problem of professional training of future IT specialists in the context of forming their strategic competence because it is critical for university graduates in the field of IT to be able to strategically plan actions in different ways for effective implementation in their professional activities. …”
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Landscape Design and Sustainable Tourism at the Wuyistar Chinese Tea Garden, a World Heritage Site in Fujian, China by Lei Huang, Liang Zheng, Lei Zhang, Junming Chen, Yile Chen, Jiaying Fang, Ruyi Zheng, Haoran Liu

“…With the vigorous development of urban cultural tourism, the sustainable development of heritage sites has become the focus of academic and industry circles, among which the rational use and scientific planning of natural resources have become increasingly prominent. In this context, in-depth research on resource development and protection strategies in the Wuyishan area has important practical significance and theoretical value. …”
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Surface displacements induced by underground activities from 2014 to 2019 in the former Lorraine coalfield, northeastern France by Modeste Guillaume, Gunzburger Yann, Conin Marianne, Diallo Maniang

“…Given this particular context, combination of historical and recent subsurface activities, it is useful to characterise the current induced surface displacements in the area. …”
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From Greek paideia to modern educational systems: evidence for the need to integrate physical activity into academic settings by Oscar Fraile-Martinez, Oscar Fraile-Martinez, Cielo García-Montero, Cielo García-Montero, Marcos Fraile-Martinez, Marcos Fraile-Martinez, Leonel Pekarek, Leonel Pekarek, Silvestra Barrena-Blázquez, Silvestra Barrena-Blázquez, Laura López-González, Laura López-González, Miguel Angel Álvarez-Mon, Miguel Angel Álvarez-Mon, Tatiana Pekarek, Tatiana Pekarek, Carlos Casanova, Carlos Casanova, Melchor Álvarez-Mon, Melchor Álvarez-Mon, Miguel A. Saez, Miguel A. Saez, Raul Diaz, Raul Diaz, Miguel A. Ortega, Miguel A. Ortega

“…This educational philosophy, centered on holistic development, was embodied in institutions such as the gymnasium, where physical training not only strengthened the body but also enhanced the character and morality of young people. In the current context, scientific studies have shown that physical activity within the academic environment significantly improves both physical and mental health, enhances cognitive performance, and counteracts increasingly prevalent issues in our society, such as sedentary behavior, obesity, depression, and anxiety among students. …”
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Internal Audit Strategies for Assessing Cybersecurity Controls in the Brazilian Financial Institutions by Lucas Vinicius Andrade Ferreira, Carlos André de Melo Alves, Laerte Peotta de Melo, Rafael Rabelo Nunes

“…The data collected were analyzed using content analysis, enabling the categorization and interpretation of current practices and challenges in cyber risk management. …”
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The cost of typhoid illness in low- and middle-income countries, a scoping review of the literature. by Frederic Debellut, Alena Friedrich, Ranju Baral, Clint Pecenka, Emmanuel Mugisha, Kathleen M Neuzil

“…There remains a lack of evidence on the cost to treat typhoid in the context of increasing antimicrobial resistance. Decision-makers should consider the available evidence on the economic burden of typhoid, particularly as risk factors related to antimicrobial resistance and climate change increase typhoid risk. …”
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Integrating a risk-oriented approach into bank investment management under market volatility by V. V. Shlonchak

“…In the current context of heightened financial market volatility and growing instability of the investment environment, the issue of enhancing the efficiency of bank investment management has become increasingly critical. …”
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The “New Normal” in China’s Assertive Power Projection in the South China Sea: Maritime Hybrid Threats by Övgü Kalkan Küçüksolak

“…Therefore, this study aims to shed light on the context and cumulative effects of China’s assertive employment of maritime hybrid instruments while discussing increasing international concerns on the altering dynamics of balance of power.…”
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Lung Ultrasound in Critical Care: A Narrative Review by Lee Berry, Lucas Rehnberg, Paul Groves, Martin Knight, Michael Stewart, Ahilanandan Dushianthan

“…This narrative review aims to outline the current uses of LUS within the context of published protocols, associated pathologies, LUS scoring systems, and their applications, whilst exploring more novel uses.…”
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Application of Cord Blood–Derived Exosomes in Tumor Prevention and Treatment by Chen Huang, Yongsheng Li, Baozhong Zhang, Yukuan Tang, Yuyang Huang, Wei Wei

“…This narrative review examines the current application status of CB-derived EXOs in tumor prevention and treatment: in the context of tumor treatment, it focuses on their direct therapeutic application and their use as drug carriers; regarding tumor prevention, it explores their application in cancer vaccines. …”
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Advancements in textile techniques for cardiovascular tissue replacement and repair by Abiola Bakare, Hemanth Ponnambalath Mohanadas, Nick Tucker, Waqar Ahmed, A. Manikandan, Ahmad Athif Mohd Faudzi, Shahrol Mohamaddan, Saravana Kumar Jaganathan

“…The research concludes by combining current findings and recommendations for subsequent investigation.…”
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