Genomic Markers Associated With Soybean Resistance to the Stem Borer, Dectes texanus (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae) by Sarah Johnson, David Hyten

“…While this stem borer has not been considered a major pest of soybean, damage from it is increasing in the United States Midwest region with no current elite cultivars found resistant. …”
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Windows for intervention in the prearthritis phase of rheumatoid arthritis? A narrative review of key triggering events and potential preventive strategies by Alf Kastbom, Vivianne Malmstrom, Sara Turcinov

“…With this focus, we here aimed to review current knowledge on RA development prior to arthritis onset. …”
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Identifying the Sources of Harmful Gases for Green Tire Production by Ma Nan, Liu Xuejiao, Wu Mingsheng

“…Amidst the rapid development of China's new energy vehicle industry, the market demand for tires is continuously increasing. At the same time, society has higher demands for the environmental protection and sustainability performance of tires. …”
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High Dynamic Range Imaging Based on Bidirectional Structural Similarities and Weighted Low-Rank Matrix Completion by Mali Yu, Hai Zhang

“…High dynamic range (HDR) imaging, aiming to increase the dynamic range of an image by merging multiexposure images, has attracted much attention. …”
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Insights on natural products and their derivatives in tuberculosis management by Goyal Rajat, Susheel Kumar, Garg Kajal, Neha Rani, Chopra Hitesh, Wilson Kashish, Gupta Sumeet

“…More research is needed on various natural substances, both independently and in combination with currently approved drug regimens, as potential TB treatment options.…”
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A framework for integrating neural development and social networks in adolescence by Jimmy Capella, Eva H. Telzer

“…Adolescence is a developmental period characterized by increasingly complex and influential peer contexts. Concurrently, developmental changes in neural circuits, particularly those related to social cognition, affective salience, and cognitive control, contribute to individuals’ social interactions and behaviors. …”
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Microsaccades in applied environments: Real-world applications of fixational eye movement measurements by Robert G Alexander, Stephen L Macknik, Susana Martinez-Conde

“…Here we present the state of the art in the practical applications of fixational eye movement research, examine its potential future uses, and discuss the benefits of including microsaccade measures in existing eye movement detection technologies. Current evidence supports the inclusion of fixational eye movement measures in real-world contexts, as part of the development of new or improved oculomotor assessment tools. …”
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The pharmacological management of depression – Update 2017 by Elzbieta Osuch, Andre Marais

“…This article summarizes the currently available antidepressant drugs in South Africa. …”
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Does the Experience of Being Phubbed by Friends Affect Psychological Well-Being? The Mediating Roles of Loneliness, Relationship Satisfaction, and Self-Esteem by Yeslam Al-Saggaf

“…Past research found that phubbing partners indirectly affected their well-being. The current study was aimed at investigating whether phubbing friends is also indirectly related to their well-being. …”
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Properties of Raw Saudi Arabian Grey Kaolin Studied by Pyrrole Adsorption and Catalytic Conversion of Methylbutynol by Murad Alsawalha, Elaref Ratemi

“…This current article demonstrates how X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF) was employed to reveal the major constituents of a sample of natural grey Saudi kaolin. …”
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Matrix Gla Protein – a new marker for colorectal cancer detection? A systematic review by Mirela-Georgiana Perné, Lorena Ciumărnean, Olga-Hilda Orășan, Vasile Negrean, Teodora-Gabriela Alexescu, Mircea Vasile Milaciu, Ioana Roșca, Răzvan Dan Togănel, Gabriel Emil Petre, Lucia Procopcoiuc, Cristina Drugan, Alexandra Crăciun

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Application of dynamic systems modeling approach to rank optimal urban waste management strategies using SWOT method by Hamid Shahbandarzadeh, Mohammad Hossein Kabgani

“…Also, from the technical point of view, the current research is innovative by focusing on combining fuzzy logic with the dynamic systems modelling approach and the Delphi method. …”
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PRODUCTION PROSTHETIC NOSE FOR CAD / CAM TECHNOLOGY: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES by L.B. Yerys

“…Gypsum wax reproductions prosthetic nose in a container.6. Replacement of wax on the plastic. 7. …”
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Novel Hypericin-loaded nanoparticles as a new drug delivery system ameliorate olanzapine-induced early renal injury and oxidative stress: In vitro and in vivo approaches by Abeer M. Abd El-Hameed, Fatimah A.R. AbdulAlim, Amal H. Alsehli, Fadwa A. Elroby

“…The HP-SiNPs release profile, entrapment efficiency, cytotoxicity against the Vero cell line, renal function parameters, antioxidant efficacy, and histological changes in male rats administered with OLZ were all investigated, and they were compared to those of free HP.XRD reveals the development of an HP-silica-based composite with a 275.0 nm particle size, which increases BET surface area and thermal stability. An entrapment efficiency of around 95.61 ± 0.28 %, and a prolonged release of less than 20 % after 12 h were validated by the current results. …”
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Exposure to secondhand smoke from cigarettes and secondhand aerosol from tobacco and nicotine products in indoor and outdoor public spaces in the European Union: a cross-sectional... by Anthony A Laverty, Ariadna Feliu, Filippos T Filippidis, Constantine I Vardavas, Cristina Martínez, Charis Girvalaki, Armando Peruga, Charlotte Xin Li, Pin-Chun Wang, Cornel Radu Loghin

“…Introduction In December 2024, the Council of the European Union (EU) adopted a recommendation to expand regulations on the use of nicotine-containing products both in indoor settings and specific outdoor areas. …”
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A Systematic Review on the Application of Community of Inquiry Framework in Teaching of English as a Second/Foreign Language by Pingping Guo, Joanna Joseph Jeyaraj, Abu Bakar Razali

“…The CoI framework, widely recognized as a leading theoretical model for constructivist-based technology-enhanced learning, has attracted increasing attention from researchers. The abrupt shutdown caused by the pandemic has increased this interest by shifting traditional teaching to online instruction globally, even until now. …”
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Integrating ethical and legal frameworks in multi-hazard disaster risk management [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] by Zia Lennard

“…Contemporary disaster risk management (DRM) is increasingly challenged by the growing frequency and severity of natural hazards, exacerbated by climate change and complex societal interactions. …”
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Ashwagandha and Its Role in Stress Reduction, Hormonal Balance, and Athletic Recovery: An Evidence-Based Review by Weronika Ossowska, Maksymilian Czarnota, Wiktoria Ösztreicher

“…State of Knowledge: Current clinical studies suggest that ashwagandha may effectively lower cortisol levels, thereby supporting stress resilience in both mentally and physically demanding contexts. …”
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Molecular and cellular characteristics of cerebrovascular cell types and their contribution to neurodegenerative diseases by Francisco J. Garcia, Myriam Heiman

“…In particular, cell types that comprise the cerebrovasculature have become increasingly better characterized in normal and neurodegenerative disease contexts. …”
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A Comprehensive Review of Elbow Exoskeletons: Classification by Structure, Actuation, and Sensing Technologies by Callista Shekar Ayu Supriyono, Mihai Dragusanu, Monica Malvezzi

“…Through a systematic analysis of these features, the paper highlights current design trends, common trade-offs, and research gaps, aiming to guide the development of more practical, effective, and accessible elbow exoskeletons.…”
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