Genomic analysis and replication kinetics of the closely related EHV-1 neuropathogenic 21P40 and abortigenic 97P70 strains by Eslam Mohamed, Ines Zarak, Nick Vereecke, Sebastiaan Theuns, Kathlyn Laval, Hans Nauwynck

“…Abstract Varicellovirus equidalpha 1, formerly known as Equid alphaherpesvirus 1 (EHV-1), is highly prevalent and can lead to various problems, such as respiratory problems, abortion, neonatal foal death, and neurological disorders. …”
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“Restoration of the Past Scenery-Realm”: A Research on the Scenery-Realm Restoration of Jiang’s Fu Garden During Qing Dynasty in the Historical Revolution of the Humble Administrat... by Qian BIAN

“…In terms of scenery construction, the research reveals the “Chi Shang Shan Lin” (hills and groves above the pool) as the core characteristic of the garden’s scenery, and the interaction between and transformation of various scenes within this core scenery provide the key basis for achieving the garden’s realm experience of “Shan Lin Zhi Xing” (nature of hills and groves) and “Xian Kuang Zhi Yu” (leisurely and spacious domain). …”
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Heavy metal concentrations in fishes from Zakrzówek Reservoir and the Vistula River near Kraków: Human risk assessment by Łuszczek-Trojnar Ewa, Drąg-Kozak Ewa, Szczerbik Paweł, Klaczak Artur, Lelonek Anna, Duda Kinga, Adamska Patrycja

“…Metal pollution index (MPI), estimated daily intake (EDI), target hazard quotient (THQ), and hazard index (HI) analyses showed no significant non-carcinogenic risk to human health from the consumption of the muscle meat of the fishes analyzed. …”
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Prevalence and factors associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes in South Africa: Evidence from the 2016 Demographic and Health Survey by L Mpolokeng, A Musekiwa

“…The odds of experiencing adverse pregnancy outcomes were significantly higher for those aged 35 - 49 years (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 7.41, 95% CI 3.46 - 15.85) or 20 - 34 years (aOR 2.07, 95% CI 1.02 - 4.18), compared with those aged 15 - 19 years. Women who were currently in a union/living with a man (aOR 1.85, 95% CI 1.41 - 2.43) or formerly in a union/living with a man (aOR 2.66, 95% CI 1.64 - 4.29), compared with those who had never been in a union, had higher odds of adverse pregnancy outcomes. …”
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RANKING OF TOURIST DESTINATIONS WITH MULTI-CRITERIA DECISION MAKING METHODS IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA by Ali Göksu, Seniye Erdinç Kaya

“…Because customers have a wide array of alternatives to choose from, appropriate strategies should be developed to persuade customers during their decision-making process. In this study, six tourist centers in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) were analyzed according to the criteria used by customers as they decide on their vacation destinations. …”
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RANKING OF TOURIST DESTINATIONS WITH MULTI-CRITERIA DECISION MAKING METHODS IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA by Ali Göksu, Seniye Erdinç Kaya

“…Because customers have a wide array of alternatives to choose from, appropriate strategies should be developed to persuade customers during their decision-making process. In this study, six tourist centers in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) were analyzed according to the criteria used by customers as they decide on their vacation destinations. …”
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Evaluation of the relationship between cardiac calcification and cardiovascular disease using the echocardiographic calcium score in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis: a cros... by Ho-Kwan Sin, Ping-Nam Wong, Kin-Yee Lo, Man-Wai Lo, Shuk-Fan Chan, Kwok-Chi Lo, Yuk-Yi Wong, Lo-Yi Ho, Wing-Tung Kwok, Kai-Chun Chan, Andrew Kui-Man Wong, Siu-Ka Mak

“…They had lower diastolic blood pressure (72 mmHg vs. 81 mmHg, P < 0.001), lower phosphate (1.6 mmol/L vs. 1.9 mmol/L, P = 0.002), albumin (30 g/L vs. 32 g/L, P = 0.001), parathyroid hormone (34.4 pmol/L vs. 55.8 pmol/L, P = 0.002), total cholesterol (4.5 vs. 4.9, P = 0.047), LDL cholesterol (2.4 mmol/L vs. 2.8 mmol/L, P = 0.019) and HDL cholesterol (0.8 mmol/L vs. 1.1 mmol/L, P = 0.002). …”
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Radiation-induced rescue effect on human breast carcinoma cells is regulated by macrophages by Spoorthy Pathikonda, Li Tian, Clement Manohar Arava, Shuk Han Cheng, Yun Wah Lam

“…As bystanders, MCF7 showed a significant active RIRE, whereas THP1-derived macrophages showed a strong basal RIRE but no active RIRE. …”
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NEW RECORD OF CAMELLIA SECT. CAMELLIA (THEACEAE) FOR THE FLORA OF VIETNAM by Thanh Son Hoang, Ngoc Bon Trinh, Quang Hieu Tong, Shi-Xiong Yang

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Case report: Personalized management of treatment resistance in advanced NSCLC patients with mutated epidermal growth factor receptor: special examples and literature review by Jun Wang, Jun Wang, Xiaojing Li, Shuang Dong, Sheng Hu, Fengming Ran, Yu Qian

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Evolution law of overlying rock fracture field in goaf mining with double-roof-cutting retaining roadway by Xiaobo Lv, Shengyong Hu, Jun Nian, Chunsheng Deng, Bo Zhao, Cheng He, Yansheng Wang, Xitu Zhang, Wei Zhang

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Indoor Air Exposure to Multiple Agricultural Pesticides Potentially Posing the Highest Risk to Young Children by Sithembiso Sifiso Msibi, Chung-Yu Chen, Cheng-Ping Chang, Chiou-Jong Chen, Su-Yin Chiang, Kuen-Yuh Wu

“…Thus, the take-home pathway, spray drift and household-to-field distance all play crucial roles in determining the pesticide exposure and health risks indoors. …”
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Segment-based Volatile Organic Compound Emission Characteristics from Different Types of Coking Plants in China by Rumei Li, Yulong Yan, Lin Peng, Yinghui Li, Zhuocheng Liu, Zhanchun Fan, Huanfeng Li, Yang Xu, Cheng Wang, Dongmei Hu, Zhiyong Li

“…The stack flue gas at the non-recovery and mechanical coking plants exhibited VOC emission factors of 96 g Mg−1-coke and 0.4 g Mg−1-coke, respectively; thus, VOCs released by the former merit greater concern. …”
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In Memoriam: Elizabeth Ryan, EdD by Paula Termuhlen

“…Representing the voice of a first-gen college graduate who worked her way up through the ranks, she was a member of the Steering Committee of the AAMC Group on Regional Medical Campuses and formerly served on the Executive Board of the AAMC Central Group on Educational Affairs. …”
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IN THE DEANS’ SHOES: A QUALITATIVE EXAMINATION OF ISSUES REQUIRING STRATEGIC DECISION-MAKING IN TEACHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS by Jefferson E Flores

“…The identified key issues impact institutional quality, accreditation, and faculty competence. …”
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A Critical Examination of Research Ethics in the Treatment Recommendations for Diarrhoea by Etaoghene Paul Polo, Shamima Parvin Lasker

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In-silico platform for the multifunctional design of 3D printed conductive components by Javier Crespo-Miguel, Sergio Lucarini, Sara Garzon-Hernandez, Angel Arias, Emilio Martínez-Pañeda, Daniel Garcia-Gonzalez

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