A global systematic review of the remote sensing vegetation indices by Kai Yan, Si Gao, Guangjian Yan, Xuanlong Ma, Xiuzhi Chen, Peng Zhu, Jinhua Li, Sicong Gao, Jean-Philippe Gastellu-Etchegorry, Ranga B. Myneni, Qiao Wang

“…Vegetation indices (VIs), with the advantages of being easy to understand, simple form, and robust, have emerged as a pivotal and widespread tool for monitoring and assessing vegetation health and dynamics. Decades of research have produced numerous VIs, broadening their use and impact across various fields, but possibly overwhelming users with too many options. …”
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Competencies developed by students while working in nutrition junior enterprises by Gabriela Gomes de Paiva, Daniele Cristina de Almeida, Letícia Clara Coelho, Simone Cardoso Lisboa Pereira, Bruna Vieira de Lima Costa

“…Introduction: Reflections arise on how junior companies have been structuring themselves alongside the teaching dynamics in Brazilian universities and their effective contributions to the professional training and development of skills of their members. …”
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Caregivers’ lived experiences of childhood probable pneumonia through a gendered lens in western Kenya by Sarah Hawi Ngere, Charles Olang'o, Kennedy Ochola, Patience Oduor, Caleb K. Sagam, Benard Ochieng, Dickens Omondi, Norbert Peshu, Erick Nyambedha

“…To improve women’s caregiving experiences, a holistic approach that considers the multiple dimensions of caregivers’ lives and gendered dynamics is recommended. Contribution: This study’s findings emphasise the necessity of a holistic approach when developing intervention geared towards improving healthcare-seeking behaviour by considering the subtler factors beyond structural, social and economic influences.…”
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Electrochemical CO2 reduction in ionic liquids: a 3D modeling approach by Inês S Fernandes, Sofia Messias, Rodrigo Martins, Manuel J Mendes, Ana S Reis-Machado

“…Such results show that the combination of tailored IL-based electrolytes and advanced cathode design enables to greatly overcome mass transport limitations and improve reaction dynamics. These results open a new path towards the use of computational smart-search methods to improve the industrial implementation of ECR in liquid-phase.…”
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Decolonizing global health research: experiences from the women in health and their economic, equity and livelihood statuses during emergency preparedness and response (WHEELER) st... by Ahmed Adam, Lisa Lazarus, Lisa Lazarus, Bernadette Kina, Bernadette Kina, Robert Lorway, Robert Lorway, Bilali Mazoya, Michaela Mantel, Marleen Temmerman, Lisa Avery, Lisa Avery, Lisa Avery, Evaline Langat

“…Decolonizing global health research involves rethinking power structures and research collaboration to prioritize the voices and experiences of communities that have been historically marginalized. …”
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Interpersonal and systemic factors in initiating, developing and maintaining collaborations between European neurosurgical departments and institutions in low-resources settings: A... by Nicolò Marchesini, Vicki M. Butenschoen, Andreas K. Demetriades, Said Idrissa Ahmada, Fazlul Hoque, Thomas Kapapa, Patrick D. Kamalo, Pablo González-López, Rupavathana Mahesperan, Ondra Petr, Wilco Peul, Nicephorus Boniface Rutabasibwa, Ellianne J. dos Santos Rubio, Abenezer Tirsit Aklilu, Jake Timothy, Enoch O. Uche, Magnus Tisell

“…Research question: What are the most salient interpersonal and systemic factors relevant to the a) initiation, b) development, and c) maintenance of effective and sustainable collaborations between European neurosurgical departments and institutions in resource-limited settings? Material and methods: We conducted a prospective qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with fourteen matched neurosurgeons—seven from European centers and seven from LMIC institutions—engaged in such collaborations. …”
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Trajectory-Ordered Objectives for Self-Supervised Representation Learning of Temporal Healthcare Data Using Transformers: Model Development and Evaluation Study by Ali Amirahmadi, Farzaneh Etminani, Jonas Björk, Olle Melander, Mattias Ohlsson

“…ResultsTOO-BERT outperformed conventional machine learning methods and transformer-based approaches in HF, AD, and PLS prediction across both datasets. …”
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Do leaf traits shape herbivory in tropical montane rainforests? A multispecies approach by Jana E. Schön, Raya Keuth, Jürgen Homeier, Oliver Limberger, Jörg Bendix, Nina Farwig, Roland Brandl

“…Thus, correlating traits of for instance leaves with herbivory is an important step toward understanding the dynamics of plant populations and communities. Traits can either be measured using conventional lab methods or recently developed spectral sensing techniques. …”
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Improving Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in LIS Education: Insights for Curriculum Development and Professional Preparation by Lili Luo

“…Positionality refers to how differences in social position, identity, and power dynamics shape individuals' experiences and access to opportunities. …”
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General practitioners’ decision-making strategies in the pharmacological treatment of musculoskeletal pain: A qualitative interview study by Nele Kornder, Victoria Jessica Hill, Sophia Naomi Groffebert, Annette Becker, Annika Viniol, Nicole Lindner

“…Understanding how GPs navigate pain management is key to supporting evidence-based prescribing.Objectives This study explored GPs’ decision-making strategies when prescribing for musculoskeletal pain and identified clinical challenges.Methods A qualitative study using semi-structured interviews was conducted with 15 GPs from Central and Northern Hesse, Germany. …”
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The role of RCCE-IM in the mpox response: A qualitative reflection process with experts and civil society in three European countries by Ruth Kutalek, Paul Grohma, Anna Christina Maukner, Silvia Wojczewski, Leo Palumbo, Cristiana Salvi

“…This study explored the experiences of experts and key stakeholders on RCCE-IM in the 2022–23 mpox response in their countries. Methods: We used an exploratory qualitative research design and conducted semi-structured interviews with people actively involved in the mpox response in their country. …”
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Cellular and molecular screening of connective tissue dysplasia in adolescent athletes (pilot study) by M. V. Dvornichenko, A. E. Sizikova, T. V. Saprina, E. N. Pashkova, M. S. Shcherbinko, I. A. Khlusov, V. V. Novitsky

“…The purpose of the study is to evaluate the cellular and molecular parameters of bone remodeling in the blood as potential markers of undifferentiated forms of connective tissue dysplasiaMaterials and methods. The structural and functional status of cellular elements of in vitro culturing of mononuclear leukocytes of peripheral blood in adolescent athletes connected with phenotypic manifestations of undifferentiated connective tissue dysplasia (UCTD) were investigated. 25 pupils of sport schools from 10–14 years old (main disciplines: figure skating, gymnastics, athletics) were examined with the help of express analysis. …”
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Factors constituting effective communication: An empirical study of the food industry in Greece by Ioanna Grigoriou, Miltiadis Chalikias, Andreas Alexopoulos, Evangelos Karampotsis

“…This paper examines communication dynamics within the food industry to identify key factors enhancing organizational cohesion and efficiency. …”
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Elucidation of Artemisinin as a Potent GSK3β Inhibitor for Neurodegenerative Disorders via Machine Learning-Driven QSAR and Virtual Screening of Natural Compounds by Hassan H. Alhassan, Malvi Surti, Mohd Adnan, Mitesh Patel

“…<b>Background/Objectives:</b> Glycogen synthase kinase-3 beta (GSK3β) is a key enzyme involved in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, contributing to tau hyperphosphorylation, amyloid-beta (Aβ) aggregation, and neuronal dysfunction. <b>Methods</b>: This study applied a machine learning-driven virtual screening approach to identify potent natural inhibitors of GSK3β. …”
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Exploring the pork production chain in urban Ghana: insights from focus group discussions by Henry Ofosu Addo, Ayodele O. Majekodunmi, Antwi Joseph Barimah, Husein Bagulo, Florence Korley, Prince Philip Ankapong Asare, Langbong Bimi

“…Methods This phenomenological qualitative research paradigm utilised eight (8) focus group discussions (FGDs) with pig handlers and slaughterhouse workers in Accra and the Upper East Region of Ghana. …”
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The interplay of psychological distress, stigma, and social support in determining quality of life among Vietnamese people living with HIV by Vu Hoang Anh Nguyen, Thanh Nguyen Ai Tran, Thanh Tri Vu, Yen Thi Hoai Phan, Thao Thi Ngoc Nguyen, Gia-Phuoc Tran-Thien, Vinh-Long Tran-Chi

“…Addressing these gaps in Vietnam is critical for improving comprehensive HIV care. Methods A cross-sectional study was employed at Thu Duc City Hospital from March to May 2024, involving 369 PLWH receiving ART. …”
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Carotenoid Interactions with PCSK9: Exploring Novel Cholesterol-Lowering Strategies by Alessandro Medoro, Giovanni Scapagnini, Simone Brogi, Tassadaq Hussain Jafar, Truong Tan Trung, Luciano Saso, Sergio Davinelli

“…Density functional theory analysis confirmed the stability of astaxanthin and its favorable electronic properties, suggesting its potential as an effective inhibitor. Molecular dynamics simulations of the PCSK9–astaxanthin complex revealed sustained structural stability and key interactions critical for maintaining the functional integrity of the protein. …”
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Molecular Determinants for the Binding of the Highly Infectious SARS-CoV-2 Omicron (BA.1) Variant to the Human ACE2 Receptor by Majed S. Aljohani, Pawan Bhatta, Xiche Hu

“…Moreover, from a methodological perspective, we directly calculated mutation-induced binding energy changes at the residue level using advanced quantum chemical methods rather than relying on the indirect decomposition schemes typical of molecular dynamics-based free energy analyses. …”
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COOPERATION BETWEEN THE MINISTRY OF NATIONAL EDUCATION AND LOCAL SELF-GOVERNMENT BODIES OF THE PERM PROVINCE DURING THE PERIOD “PREPARATORY WORK FOR THE COMPULSORY EDUCATION INTROD... by S. V. Golikova

“…The key value and importance of the document consisted in differentiation of powers: in contrast to the Ministry of National Education, the structures of territorial and municipal government bodies had greater freedom of action and were assigned a leading part to put the idea of a compulsory education (Vseobuch in the Russian language) into reality.Dynamics of statistical data on financial government aid to national education is analysed. …”
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Numerical Analysis of AlGaAs/InGaAs/GaAs pHEMT by A. V. Sapozhnikov, I. S. Pushnitsa, A. L. Dudin, V. V. Perepelovskiy

“…Numerical analysis of a pseudomorphic AlGaAs/InGaAs/GaAs high electron mobility transistor in the TCAD environment.Materials and methods. The simulation approach involved solving the fundamental equations of semiconductor electronics using numerical analysis methods. …”
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