ATHEROSCLEROTIC CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND ORAL HEALTH: PATHOPHYSIOLOGICAL LINKS AND CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS by Luiza Camelia Nechita, Luciana Carmen Nitoi, Amin Bazyani, Ana Maria Zaharescu, Ciprian Adrian Dinu

“…Atherosclerosis is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with chronic inflammation playing a central role in its pathogenesis. Increasing evidence suggests that oral health, particularly the presence of periodontal disease, is closely linked to the progression of atherosclerosis and an increased cardiovascular risk. …”
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Modern armed conflicts: compliance with the standards of international humanitarian law by R. V. Tsapyuk, O. M. Tsarenko

“… The article examines the current state of development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and identifies the main challenges facing its implementation in the context of modern armed conflicts. …”
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A study on enhancing the role of clinical pharmacist in antimicrobial stewardship in Kerala vis a vis experiences from South Africa and United Kingdom by Dr Vrinda Nampoothiri, Dr Zubair Umer Mohamed, Dr Esmita Charani, Dr Sanjeev Singh

“…Introduction: Whilst pharmacists are key stakeholders in Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS), the degree of their participation varies in different countries. The current study aims to explore this variation and to develop context-specific interventions to enhance the role of clinical pharmacists in AMS in Kerala, India. …”
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ECONOMIC CRISIS AND THE COMPETITIVENESS OF TRANSNATIONAL COMPANIES by LIVIU RADU, CARMEN RADU

“…In crisis situations, the competitiveness of transnational companies becomes a particularly complex concept, due to the fact that said business entities are continuously moving within the context of internationalization and increasing use of global strategies. …”
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A problem of budget rigidities in the state budget and the evolving environment of Polish public finances by Michał Ostrowski

“…On the basis of the current processes taking place in the fiscal policy, the author indicates the need to consider the described problem in a wider context.…”
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The Quest to Re-energise Academic Staff in Higher Education in an Age of Performativity by Ioanna Palaiologou, Stephen Burwood, Thomas Feldges, Trevor Male

“…This article explores how it may be possible to re-energise academic staff within the current context of expectations of managers within higher education (HE) in England. …”
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Progress of arylacetamide deacetylase research in metabolic diseases by Liu Yang, Zhe-Zhen Liao, Li Ran, Xin-Hua Xiao

“…It plays a significant role in drug metabolism, lipid metabolism, and the pathogenesis of various diseases. In the context of drug metabolism, AADAC is vital for ensuring the safety of ester-based drugs. …”
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Effect of social perspectives in the relationship between suicidal ideation and depression among young women in slums of Kampala, Uganda by Charles Natuhamya, Enid Nabukalu, Matthew Lyons, Kevin B. Gittner, Jane Palmier, Rachel Culbreth, Monica H. Swahn

“…Abstract Background Multivariate analysis in suicidality research is of interest not only to identify the pathology of suicidality but also to understand the mechanisms of its treatment and to ascertain more efficient intervention strategies. The current study aimed to assess the roles of neighborhood factors, coping, and resilience in the association between depression and suicidal ideation in the understudied population of young women in the Kampala slum areas of Uganda. …”
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Study of Different Recycling Approaches for Gypsum-Based Composites with Recycled Rubber Aggregates by Daniel Ferrández, Alicia Zaragoza-Benzal, Evangelina Atanes-Sánchez, Beatriz Merillas, Ricardo Mateus, Paulo Santos

“…Therefore, this research outlines the potential of gypsum recycling with recycled rubber aggregates, thus promoting the circularity of construction products and decreasing the building’s environmental footprint. This represents a novelty compared to current studies, which are more oriented towards recycling and recovery of waste from conventional plasterboards.…”
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Outcomes of COVID-19 on Patients with Cancer: A Scoping Review by Amjad Alrehaili, Samah Sofar, Duha Wazqar

“… Context: The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in an unprecedented global health crisis. …”
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COVID-19 and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Risk Assessment, Shared Molecular Pathways, and Therapeutic Challenges by Iolanda Valentina Popa, Mircea Diculescu, Cătălina Mihai, Cristina Cijevschi-Prelipcean, Alexandru Burlacu

“…Conclusions. Using the current understanding of SARS-CoV-2 as well as other pathogenic coronaviruses immunopathology, we showed why IBD patients should not be considered at an increased risk of infection or more severe outcomes. …”
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Selection of Prosthesis in Aortic Valve Surgery: Short Review and Trend in our Practice in 10 Years by Selman Dumani, Ermal Likaj, Laureta Dibra, Devis Pellumbi, Adelina Musliu, Fjoralba Qejvani, Altin Veshti

“…This paper presents current issues regarding selecting aortic valve prostheses, considering factors related to the prosthesis and the patient. …”
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Fishing, offshore wind energy, climate change and marine spatial planning: Is it possible to plan for a best use of space? by Neda Trifonova, Beth E. Scott, Stephen C. L. Watson, Claire Szostek, Morgane Declerck, Nicola Beaumont

“…This perspective provides a methodology roadmap that considers the link between, and the need for, both food and energy security from our oceans and provides a route to increased certainty in our current choices for the long‐term sustainable use of our oceans.…”
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The Silent Burden of De Novo Metastatic Prostate Cancer in the Middle East: A Call for Region-Specific Screening Guidelines by Noura Abbas, Laudy Chehade, Zahi Abdul Sater, Ali Shamseddine

“…<b>Methods</b>: We conducted a comprehensive narrative review of epidemiological data on prostate cancer in the ME, examining trends in incidence and mortality, de novo metastatic cases, and current screening practices. Additionally, we assessed the applicability of international guidelines for prostate cancer screening to the ME context. …”
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Comparing the technical and individual possession statistics of academy players across different age groups in match-play. by Emily Escreet, Steve Barrett, John Toner, John Iga, Christopher Towlson

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>Attacking players (AM & ST) are required to move the ball quicker as they progress from U16 to U23's within the current English football academy. Further exploration is required to assess if these changes are context specific given requirements of those age groups.…”
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A Review of Renewable Energy Technologies in Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTPs) by Derick Lima, Li Li, Gregory Appleby

“…Through a comprehensive review of current practices and emerging technologies, this study underscores the transformative potential of these innovations in advancing low-emission wastewater management.…”
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Transformation of the organization’s management in the digital economy by E. I. Lugovskoy

“…The issues of qualitative transformation of management systems in the context of digitalization and its impact on the improvement of business process technologies are of particular relevance. …”
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Not All Antibodies Are Created Equal: Factors That Influence Antibody Mediated Rejection by Carrie L. Butler, Nicole M. Valenzuela, Kimberly A. Thomas, Elaine F. Reed

“…This review highlights what is currently known about the clinical context of pre and posttransplant antibodies, antibody characteristics that influence AMR, and the paths after donor specific antibody production (no rejection, subclinical rejection, and clinical dysfunction with AMR).…”
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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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USE OF INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE IN THE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISES by Maryna V. Kovbatiuk, Ivanna I. Strilok, Viktoriya V. Shklyar, George O. Kovbatiuk

“…Therefore, the article explores the importance of this integration in the context of globalized markets, emphasizing its role in increasing competitiveness, introducing innovations and making operational and strategic decisions. …”
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