Using local ecological knowledge to identify land-use threats to the last wild population of the Chinese alligator Alligator sinensis by Erika Y. X. Lau, Josh A. Hodge, Jonathan P. Rio, Tao Pan, Philip D. Mannion, Samuel T. Turvey

“…Absolute levels of knowledge and experience of alligators were low, highlighting the species' perilous status, and analysis of correlative patterns between respondents' experiences and associated data on human–environmental interactions provides new conservation-relevant insights. …”
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Beyond genetics × environment interaction on quality drivers of Arabica coffee: a review of implication for Gedeo indigenous agroforestry systems under changing climates by Tedla Getahun, Girma Mamo, Getahun Haile, Daniel Markos, Gebremedhin Tesfaye

“…It was also found that native agroforestry systems were necessary for high-quality coffee due to well-established relationships between shade trees, coffee plants, and farmer management as these practices alter the microclimate including the soil carbon, moisture, and nutrition regimes, allowing it to adapt to changes in evapotranspiration patterns. …”
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Toward accurate and scalable rainfall estimation using surveillance camera data and a hybrid deep-learning framework by Fiallos-Salguero Manuel, Soon-Thiam Khu, Jingyu Guan, Mingna Wang

“…We evaluate the framework using video data from two locations with distinct rainfall patterns and environmental conditions. The DSC–GRU model achieves high predictive performance, with coefficient of determination (R2) values ranging from 0.89 to 0.93 when validated against rain gauge measurements. …”
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Nexus between economy and environment: Greening India’s agriculture to combat climate change by YAZHINI A, MALAISAMY A, RASWANTHKRISHNA M, BALASUBRAMANIAN M, VIDHYAVATHI A

“…It is primarily driven by greenhouse gas emissions, which result in global warming and cause shifts in climatic patterns, such as alterations in monsoon cycles and temperature changes. …”
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A systematic review on the causes and effects of urbanization on wetlands in Sub-Saharan Africa by Adeline Sungsumah Mumuni, Henry Mensah, Solomon Asamoah, Eric Kwame Simpeh

“…The study identifies sprawling urbanization, densification, informal settlement, fragmented urbanization and planned urban expansion as patterns of urbanization affecting wetlands. Practical implications – This study offers practical recommendations for policymakers, planners and local communities to ensure long-term urban sustainability while conserving wetland ecosystems in SSA. …”
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Design Guidelines for Material Extrusion of Metals (MEX/M) by Karim Asami, Mehar Prakash Reddy Medapati, Titus Rakow, Tim Röver, Claus Emmelmann

“…Geometric accuracy was quantitatively assessed through a 3D scan by comparing the manufactured parts to their original CAD models, allowing the identification of deformation patterns and shrinkage rates. Finally, the practical utility of the developed guidelines was demonstrated by successfully manufacturing an impeller designed according to the established geometric constraints. …”
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The impact of artificial intelligence on financial auditing: the case of Algeria by Amira Benachour, Ramzi Kaddai, Hanane Abdelmalek, Fella Bochelgoum, Lamine Tarhlissia

“…AI algorithms can analyze vast volumes of transactions to detect anomalies that may indicate fraud, such as duplications, unexplained discrepancies, or unusual transaction patterns. This allows for earlier and more accurate detection, thereby reducing the risk of major fraud. …”
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Perceptions and Adaptation Strategies to Climate Change among Small-Scale Farmers in Mangolong Village, Eastern Cape, South Africa by Alson Tlhompho Mabaleka, Siyanda Nkwenkwe, Lwanda Matiso, Leonard Chitongo

“…Data was gathered through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions and analysed using thematic analysis to identify key patterns and insights. The results revealed that social, economic and cultural factors influence adaptation to climate variability. …”
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The linkage between oil price, stock market indices, and exchange rate before, during, and after COVID-19: Empirical insights of Pakistan by Mosab I. Tabash, Zaheeruddin Babar, Umaid A Sheikh, Ather Azim Khan, Suhaib Anagreh

“…This research also gives practical implications for forex investors and traders to analyze the inflating and deflating stock market patterns for future investment opportunities. …”
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Developing interactive VR-based digital therapeutics for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): a structured framework for the digital transformation integrating gamification and... by Hyungsook Kim, Hyungsook Kim, Yoonyoung Choi

“…Evaluation metrics, derived from a pilot study, were integrated into the system, which collects clinical and interaction data—such as real-time behavioral patterns and sensor-based information—to enable comprehensive evaluation.DiscussionBased on this development process, we propose a practical framework for designing interactive VR-based DTx. …”
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Cybersecurity Framework: Addressing Resiliency in Welsh SMEs for Digital Transformation and Industry 5.0 by Nisha Rawindaran, Ambikesh Jayal, Edmond Prakash

“…Advanced analytical techniques, including regression testing, Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and data visualization, were employed to uncover key insights and patterns. A distinctive feature of the ROHAN model is its integration of AI-powered tools for real-time risk assessment and decision-making, reflecting the principles of Industry 5.0. …”
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Unveiling construction accident causation: a scientometric analysis and qualitative review of research trends by Haoyu Zang, Ming Li, Zhiyao Jin, Jingfei Huang

“…Findings reveal a shift toward data-driven, intelligent approaches, with artificial intelligence techniques—such as large models (capable of understanding complex patterns from massive datasets), graph neural networks (suitable for modeling relationships between contributing factors), and natural language processing (for extracting insights from textual accident reports)—enhancing accident prevention and risk prediction. …”
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A Grover Search-Based Quantum Key Agreement Protocol for Secure Internet of Medical Things Communication by Tzung-Her Chen

“…This addresses fundamental challenges where centralized trust models introduce vulnerabilities and asymmetric access patterns that compromise egalitarian principles essential for medical data sharing. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS’ INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATIVE TOLERANCE IN THE UNIVERSITY MULTILINGUAL EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT by A. P. Beketova, T. V. Kuprina, A. Petrikova

“…Higher education involves a complex process for the development of cognitive, social, emotional and cultural characteristics of the individual of future specialists; including forming special behavior patterns that in the future will provide competitiveness and success of employment of the university graduates. …”
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Exploring the role of autonomy support and thwarting in the well-being of Iranian early career language teachers by Roshanak Salmani Ghasemzadegan, Ismail Xodabande, Niloufar Koleini, Behruz Lotfi Gaskaree

“…Thematic analysis was employed to identify recurring patterns and themes in the data. Findings revealed that autonomy-supportive environments fostered teachers’ wellbeing through enhancing intrinsic motivation, professional growth, and job satisfaction, and encouraged teachers to be more effective instructors by enabling them to align their teaching practices with personal values, engage in innovative teaching methods, and pursue skill enhancement opportunities. …”
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Seasonal variations and the COVID-19 pandemic: impact on antimicrobial stewardship and antibiotic prescribing in a UK secondary care setting to combat antimicrobial resistance—a pi... by Rasha Abdelsalam-Elshenawy, Nkiruka Umaru, Zoe Aslanpour

“…This pilot study evaluates the impact of seasonal variations and the pandemic on antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) practices in a UK secondary care setting. Using an interrupted time-series analysis, the study examined antibiotic prescribing patterns for respiratory tract infections (RTIs) during the pre-pandemic period of 2019 and the pandemic year of 2020. …”
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Features of students’ perceptions of urban graffiti with significant educational potential by O. V. Kruzhkova, M. R. Babikova, S. D. Robin

“…The study describes the unique eye-movement patterns observed during the perception of creolised texts, which lead to a reduced comprehension of the educational content and impact embedded in them. …”
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A Novel Approach for BMI and Nutrition Monitoring of Dairy Farm Using IoT by Safoora Siddiqa, Anum Naseem, Nafeesa Yousaf, Syed Atir Raza

“…Using the data to determine cattle growth, health, and feeding patterns can then allow the farmers to make a highly informed decision on how best to maximize their operations. …”
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Motives for new psychoactive substances consumption among young adults in Uzbekistan: a qualitative study protocol by Guzalkhon A. Zakhidova, Uladzimir I. Pikirenia, Timur S. Syunyakov, Mariya V. Prilutskaya

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Neurophysiological Markers of Design-Induced Cognitive Changes: A Feasibility Study with Consumer-Grade Mobile EEG by Nathalie Gerner, David Pickerle, Yvonne Höller, Arnulf Hartl

“…Nonetheless, frontal (θ/β) and frontocentral (β/[α + θ]) ratios showed distinct patterns across cognitive states, with more pronounced contrasts in the nature-inspired compared to the urban-inspired design conditions. …”
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