Six Sigma Approach to Developing a Microgrid Station for Research and Teaching by Gabriel Nasser Doyle de Doile, Miguel Castilla, Pedro Paulo Balestrassi, Antonio Carlos Zambroni de Souza, Jaume Miret

“…The conclusion of this paper highlights the benefits of using the DFSS conceptual methodology to develop a microgrid station for research and teaching, such as adaptation to educational needs; enhancement of the learning experience; refutation of experimental errors; cost-effective, flexible, and modular design; collaborative learning environment; data-driven teaching; and continuous improvement. …”
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Entropy-extreme concept of data gaps filling in a small-sized collection by Viacheslav Kovtun, Krzysztof Grochla, Mohammed Al-Maitah, Saad Aldosary, Oleksii Kozachko

“…Thus, the proposed concept inherits the benefits of both parametric estimation and using a trained model of the target process and non-parametric estimation of undefined characteristics that distort data. …”
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REPAIR OF SCIATIC NERVE LESION AUGMENTED WITH AMNION MEMBRANE COMPOSITE AND MESENCHYMAL STEM CELL by Heri Suroto, R. Taufan Mulyo Wibisono

“…The most cause is direct penetrating trauma. PNI will cause a significant decrease in the quality of life of patients. …”
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The role of 5G network in revolutionizing agriculture for sustainable development: A comprehensive review by Wasif ur Rehman, Mohsin Ali Koondhar, Samandar Khan Afridi, Lutfi Albasha, Idris H. Smaili, Ezzeddine Touti, Mouloud Aoudia, Wassim Zahrouni, Ibrahim Mahariq, M.M.R. Ahmed

“…The paper identifies critical areas for further research and emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts among stakeholders to maximize the benefits of 5G-enabled smart farming, thereby contributing to global efforts to achieve SDGs related to food security, innovation in technology, and sustainable infrastructure.…”
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IMPACT OF SELECTED FIRM-SPECIFIC CHARACTERISTICS ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF NIGERIAN LISTED INSURANCE USING CARAMELS FRAMEWORK by ALIU, Ismaila Daudu, Qadir Folorunsho DAUDA, Rukayat Bukola ADEJARE, Bashirat O OLOYIN-ABDULHAKEEM

“…However, the overall financial performance of Nigerian insurance industry is low evidenced with pitiable penetration rate and contribution to Gross Domestic Product of Nigeria. …”
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Native versus non-native Prosopis woody species: Which fertilize the soil better? by Moslehi Maryam, Ahmadi Farzad, Matinizadeh Mohammad, Sadeghi Seyed Mousa, Izadi Masoumeh, Faunae Nafiseh, Alizadeh Tahereh, Shackleton Ross T.

“…Native P. cineraria trees enhance soil conditions, benefiting ecosystem management. In contrast, invasive P. juliflora trees raise soil salinity, threatening soil quality, biodiversity, and ecosystem services in the Sahara-Sahel region. …”
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Valproic acid targets IDH1 mutants through alteration of lipid metabolism by Lubayna S. Elahi, Michael C. Condro, Riki Kawaguchi, Yue Qin, Alvaro G. Alvarado, Brandon Gruender, Haocheng Qi, Tie Li, Albert Lai, Maria G. Castro, Pedro R. Lowenstein, Matthew C. Garrett, Harley I. Kornblum

“…In this study, we show that valproic acid (VPA), a brain penetrant anti-seizure medication and histone deacetylase inhibitor, inhibits the growth of IDH1 mutant tumors in vivo and in vitro, with at least some selectivity over IDH1 wild-type tumors. …”
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Evaluation of the quality of standing trees using an Arbotom acoustic stress tomograph by Michajlová Katarína, Gejdoš Miloš, Gergeľ Tomáš, Gretsch Dominik

“…This integration could enhance the efficiency and accuracy of wood quality assessment, benefiting both forestry management and downstream processing operations.…”
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How to build a framework to establish a patient research partner network in rheumatology research: a report of a 2-year implementation project by Maarten de Wit, Oliver Distler, Cosimo Bruni, Anna-Maria Hoffmann-Vold, Muriel Elhai, Rucsandra Dobrota, Adrian Ciurea, Caroline Ospelt, Raphael Micheroli, Dania Diem, Stefan Dudli, Kristina Buerki, Stacey Grealis, Melpomeni Toitou, Silke Ludwig, Chantal Britt, Florian Klett, Isabelle Steeb, Tanja Maletic, Andreas Eisenring, Penelope Jane Timpert-Argust, Eva Camarillo-Retamosa

“…Two PRP-coordinators provided support including glossaries and educational courses .Conclusion Our initiative outlines five essential steps for establishing PRP collaboration in rheumatology research, including translational research. This approach benefited both PRPs and researchers and might serve as a guide for other centres.…”
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Aplikasi Pertimbangan Wisata di Pulau Lombok dengan Metode Fuzzy Mamdani & Algoritma Genetika by Zainul Harir, Ida Bagus Ketut Widiartha, Royana Afwani

“…An application that can help tourists in determining travel decision is mandatory.The application developed with Mamdani Fuzzy Logic and Genetic Algorithm to provide tourism recommendations. …”
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From skyscrapers to sky savers: how New York City’s Local Law 97 advances climate resilience and public health by Ethan Chervonski, Ethan Chervonski, Marisa A. Guerrero, William N. Rom, William N. Rom

“…At the same time, the potential public health benefits of LL97 are broad, including improved local air quality, decreased cost barriers to residential cooling, and if in principle applied to city buildings worldwide, reduced global GHG emissions capable of stabilizing global warming for posterity. …”
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Biophilic Quality Matrix: A tool to evaluate the biophilic quality of a building during early design stage by Niranjika Wijesooriya, Arianna Brambilla, Lina Markauskaite

“…Biophilic design has gained popularity in recent times that brings multiple benefits to the built environment including the ability to strengthen the weak human-nature connectedness in sustainable building designs. …”
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The effect of Garcinia livingstonei aqueous leaf extract on hyperglycaemic-induced human sperm cell: An in-vitro study by Murendeni Nethengwe, Kunle Okaiyeto, Chinyerum S. Opuwari, Oluwafemi O. Oguntibeju

“…However, very scarce information on the plant extract's potential benefits exists in the literature. The current study investigated the effect of aqueous leaf extract of G. livingstonei on hyperglycaemic human male sperm cell parameters. …”
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Chemical reaction and Soret impacts on MHD heat and mass transfer Casson hybrid nanofluid (MoS2+ZnO) flow based on engine oil across a stretching sheet with radiation by M. Radhika, Y. Dharmendar Reddy

“…The creation of innovative nanofluid-based lubricants offers a viable path toward enhancing engine longevity and performance, given the rising need for effective lubrication systems in a variety of industrial applications, including automotive engines. The combined benefits of hybrid nanoparticles in engine oil are still largely unknown, though. …”
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Estimating Mortality Related to O3 and PM25 under Changing Climate and Emission in Continental Southeast Asia by Giang Tran Huong Nguyen, Thuan Thi Thanh Nguyen, Hikari Shimadera, Katsushige Uranishi, Tomohito Matsuo, Akira Kondo

“…This study evaluated the excess mortalities in continental Southeast Asia that are related to future O3 and PM2.5 ambient concentration changes attributed to future climate change and emission change. The Environmental Benefits Mapping and Analysis Program - Community Edition (BenMAP-CE) was applied as a health impact assessment tool. …”
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Early mobilisation in Windhoek intensive care units: Practices, attitudes and barriers by Ilse du Plessis, Savarna Francis, Brenda Morrow

“…Despite the recognised benefits of EM, implementation remains inconsistent. …”
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Understanding the Association Between Home Broadband Connection and Well-Being Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in China: Nationally Representative Panel Data Study by Lu Yang, Chris Lynch, John Tayu Lee, Brian Oldenburg, Tilahun Haregu

“…ConclusionsThis study highlights the potential additional health benefits of digital connectivity beyond the known advantages. …”
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Developing and piloting a peer quality improvement coaching protocol for front-line healthcare staff by Siobhán Eithne McCarthy, Petar Popivanov, Mairead Finn

“…Despite system and professional benefits, current evidence indicates that the spread of improvement principles among front-line healthcare workers remains poor.While education and training alone are unlikely to result in consistent improvement practice, coaching can play a critical role in sustainable, evidence-based improvement implementation. …”
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Cardiovascular Disease Detection through Innovative Imbalanced Learning and AUC Optimization by Karthikeyan Palanisamy, Krishnaveni Krishnasamy, Praba Venkadasamy

“…This similarity means it inherits PSVM's benefits, particularly in addressing progressive CVD scenarios with rapid incremental updates. …”
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“There’s always somebody that you can identify with”: a qualitative study of patient perspectives on buprenorphine group medical visits by Mariya Masyukova, Benjamin T. Hayes, Teresa López-Castro, Aaron D. Fox

“…Conclusions Findings demonstrate that many persons with OUD taking BUP desire assistance with recovery skills, peer support, and learning about the risks and benefits of BUP. Group medical visits can efficiently deliver these services in primary care, but findings also emphasize that group counseling will be best received when voluntary and group members are committed and authentic.…”
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