RevCAR-mediated T-cell response against PD-L1-expressing cells turns suppression into activation by Eugenia Crespo, Liliana R. Loureiro, Antonia Stammberger, Lydia Hoffmann, Nicole Berndt, Anja Hoffmann, Claudia Dagostino, Karla E. G. Soto, Luise Rupp, Claudia Arndt, Martin Schneider, Claudia R. Ball, Michael Bachmann, Marc Schmitz, Anja Feldmann

“…Since PD-L1 is an immune checkpoint frequently upregulated by cancer cells and their microenvironment, it is a relevant target for solid tumors. Here, we introduce a novel PD-L1 RevTM capable of redirecting RevCAR T-cells to specifically target and kill PD-L1-expressing tumor cells, becoming activated and secreting pro-inflammatory cytokines. …”
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Isolated oculomotor nerve palsy due to mesencephalic infarction diagnosed by ZOOM DWI by Shangpei Wang, Yajie Cai, Xiaosan Wu, Sunhong Yan, Longsheng Wang

“…Examination revealed an isolated oculomotor nerve palsy consisting of left medial rectus, inferior oblique, superior rectus, inferior rectus with intact pupillary reflexes and bilateral especially left superior palpebral levator. …”
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Optimization of circular coils with ferrite boxes for enhanced efficiency in wireless power transfer for electric vehicles by Soukaina Jaafari, Hamza El Hafdaoui, Khadija Ajabboune, Ahmed Khallaayoun, Esmail Ahouzi

“…Equivalent coils with ferrite boxes meet a 95% efficiency goal with a strong, narrowed field at a lower cost, while inequivalent coils excel in strengthening and centralizing the field, enhancing misalignment tolerance in distinctive ways.…”
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Influence of Zeolite, Kaolin, and Chitosan on the Growth and Productivity of Strawberry by Walid F. A. Mosa, Khalid Almutairi, Krzysztof Górnik, Lidia Sas-Paszt

“…Therefore, the application of plant biostimulants and biostimulant-like substances has become necessary to improve the availability and absorption of nutrients, enhance growth, yield, quality, and tolerance to abiotic and biotic stresses, and serve as an alternative to mineral fertilizers. …”
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Utilization of Kabale University Library Services by Academic Staff in Teaching and Research. by Kobusingye, Gloria

“…The study used a descriptive research design with the aim of achieving the objectives of the study. the study used a sample population of 140 selected from the seven faculties of the university. both interview and questionnaire were used to collect data and findings indicated that the level of utilization of Kabale University library services is high, Problems experienced by the academic staff’s in utilizing the resources were many where most respondents suggested limited computers and internet connectivity within the library at the University and a big number of Solutions to the challenges experienced by the academic staff’s in utilizing the resources and the majority suggested providing enough computers and internet so as even the information that is not in the library can be traced on internet and finally the study recommended that In the current electronic environment, the computers with proper network facilities are most important source for finding out the relevant information.…”
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Environmental justice in South Africa: the dilemma of informal settlement residents by Ruhiiga, T. M., Kekana, H. N., Ndou ·, N. N.

“…This concept has become more relevant to the studies of informal settlements amongst others. …”
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Adoption of ICT in Hotel Sector During COVID-19 Pandemic in Uganda: Case Study of Selected Hotels in Kigezi Sub Region. by Tushabe, Sylivia Byarugaba, Turyasingura, Benson, Rwotolonya, Sarah

“…The study employed a case study design, utilising qualitativeand quantitative approaches to provide relevant and accurate research information.Using simple random and purposive sampling techniques, 68 respondents wereselected to participate from a total population of 250. …”
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Investment and Saving Among House Hold in Kabale District: A Case Study of Kitumba Sub-County Kabale District. by Aturinde, Annitor

“…Factors influencing saving and investment decisions included financial literacy, religious beliefs, income levels, age, risk tolerance, employment type, family size, rationality in decision-making, and education levels. …”
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Factors Promoting the Use of ICT Hardware in University Libraries in Two Nigerian Regions by Achugbue, Edwin Iroroeavwo, Ahimbisibwe, Kasiisi Benjamin, Odong, Patrick, Azih, Adaeze Chioma

“…Implications – From the study findings, it was recommended that librarians should be trained on the job to have a robust knowledge of ICT equipment usage to enable them to remain relevant in university libraries. University management and librarians should ensure that working environments are ICT friendly. …”
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Policies and Strategies for Green Tourism Development of the Jeneberang River Area in Makassar City by Faisal Faisal

“…Data was collected through in-depth interviews and searching for documents relevant to the policy for developing the Jeneberang River as a green tourism destination. …”
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Abdominal wall hematoma as a complication of drainage after laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a case report by Juntao Li, Zixiong Liu, Jia Li, Wei Cheng

“…The clinical characteristics, treatment modalities, and relevant literature are reviewed to highlight strategies for the prevention and management of postoperative hematomas, with the aim of providing valuable insights for clinical practice. …”
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1 Thessalonians 4:13 and grief management in Nigerian churches by Solomon O. Ademiluka

“…Paul admonishes them not to grieve like those who have no hope, a caution which is highly relevant in Nigeria where death causes harrowing grief for those bereaved. …”
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About the Little-Known Pages of the Biography of Tseren-Dordzhi Nominkhanov: the period of formation, military activity and studies at the Institute (1918th–1930s) by Elza P. Bakaeva, Sanan A. Nominkhanov

“…The information obtained as a result of the interviews provides an opportunity to expand the understanding of the difficult life path of the scientist and the fate of his people, testifies to the relevance of using an integrated approach in biographical research. …”
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Dynamic behavior of solitons in nonlinear Schrödinger equations by Mostafa M. A. Khater, Suleman H. Alfalqi, Aleksander Vokhmintsev

“…This work represents a significant contribution to applied mathematics and nonlinear dynamics, emphasizing the physical relevance of the system in representing nonlinear wave interactions. …”
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Images of the Pleiades of the Turkic and Mongolic Peoples by Marina M. Sodnompilova, Bair Z. Nanzatov

“…Two names of the Pleiades are recorded, the Turkic ürker / ülker and the Mongolic mičid, the most relevant etymological hypotheses reflecting the origin of the Turkic and Mongolic names of the Pleiades are presented, a number of mythological images of the Pleiades revealed in the course of the study are proposed. …”
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Phenological cycles in the Pantanal woody communities: Responses to climate and soil moisture seasonality. by Julia Arieira, Karl-L Schuchmann, Arnildo Pott, Michelle D Lanssanova, Ana Silvia O Tissiani, Osvaldo Borges Pinto Junior, Marinêz Isaac Marques

“…The preceding climatic signal announcing cold fronts was a relevant determinant of flowering events for many communities. …”
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EXCHANGE RATE MISALIGNMENT AND PERFORMANCE OF THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY by Okoi Innocent Obeten, Maryjoan Ugboaku Iheanacho, Comfort Innocent Okoi

“…Historical research design was used while Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) test, Johansen cointegration test and Pasimonius Error Correction Mechanism (ECM) test and estimation of relevant equations were applied. In this study, exchange rate fluctuation is measured as deviations around the trend which makes it different from other studies. …”
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