Field-based tests for determining critical speed among runners and its practical application: a systematic review by Lucie Lipková, Ivan Struhár, Jakub Krajňák, Dominik Puda, Michal Kumstát

“…IntroductionThis review focuses exclusively on field-based critical speed (CS) tests for runners, aiming to evaluate key testing conditions to optimize field-based assessments and their practical applications.MethodsA systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science databases in July 2024 using terms like “critical power,” “critical speed,” “testing,” and “field condition” along with related keywords. …”
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Hormone therapy with different administration routes for patients with perimenopausal syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Liping Wang, Xinrui Luo, Mulan Ren, Yan Wang

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Electrodermal response to olfactory stimuli in children with autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review of emotional and cognitive regulation by David Pérez-Jorge, Elena Olmos-Raya, Isabel Alonso-Rodríguez, Itahisa Pérez-Pérez

“…The review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines to ensure a rigorous and transparent methodology. …”
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The effectiveness of mouthwashes in the prevention and treatment of radiation induced-stomatitis in head and neck cancer patients: A systematic review by Amir Amirabadi, Elaheh Askarian, Nasrin Moazzen, Yalda Ravanshad

“…This study examines the relationship between stomatitis severity improvement post-radiotherapy and mouthwash use, considering patient characteristics like gender, age, duration, and dosage.Methods:A systematic review (2015–2023) evaluated mouthwash efficacy for radiotherapy-induced stomatitis. …”
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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) and Consumer Behaviour: What is Next? (A Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Literature Review) by Anna Destriana Firmialy Samsura, Popy Rufaidah

“… This study aims to investigate the phenomenon of Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) about consumer behavior across three major academic fields: Business, Management, Economics, and Finance (BMEF); Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH); and Psychology and Decision Sciences (PSD). A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was conducted using bibliographic tools such as VOS Viewer, Publish or Perish, and Mendeley to analyse 220 scientific publications indexed in the Scopus database and published by reputable sources, including Emerald, Sage, Wiley, and Elsevier. …”
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The Effects of BIM Maturity Levels on Modularization and Standardization in the Construction Industry: A Systematic Literature Review and Case Studies by Elham Bayzidi, Nazanin Kordestani Ghalenoei, Mostafa Babaeian Jelodar

“…This study aims to examine the relationship among BIM maturity levels, modularization grades, and standardization levels, and to assess their combined impact on construction project outcomes. A mixed-methods approach, including a systematic literature review and New Zealand-based case studies, is used to develop and validate an evaluative framework. …”
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Investigating artificial intelligence in predicting and evaluating sperm and embryo quality in the in vitro fertilization (IVF): a systematic review by Shahrzad kaveh, Aida Ghaffari, Solmaz Sohrabei

“…With IVF success rates below 40%, it is essential to explore AI methods to boost outcomes. Findings A systematic review in October 2024 searched databases like PubMed and Scopus using terms related to IVF and AI, excluding non-English and qualitative studies. …”
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Non-pharmacological interventions targeting working memory in mild cognitive impairment: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Seyed Sahaf, Zanireh Salimi, Reza Bidaki

“…A systematic search was conducted of PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and SID for papers published before March 2024. …”
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Efficacy of varenicline versus bupropion for smoking cessation: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Ashish R. Patel, Jigar R. Panchal, Chetna K. Desai

“…Hence, it is crucial to identify optimal smoking cessation therapy. To compare the efficacy of varenicline versus bupropion for smoking cessation by performing a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs). …”
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Bridging the Gap between Neuroarchitecture, Artificial Intelligence, and Sustainability: A Systematic Review of Mental Health in the Built Environment by Esraa Elazab, Ahmed ELtawil

“…Abstract This paper presents a systematic review exploring the intersection of neuroarchitecture, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability, with a specific focus on their collective impact on mental health within the built environment. …”
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A Systematic Literature Review on Flow Data-Based Techniques for Automated Leak Management in Water Distribution Systems by Gopika Rajan, Songnian Li

“…Among these, Smart Water Management (SWM) is crucial for optimizing water distribution and reducing Non-Revenue Water (NRW) losses, a persistent challenge for utilities worldwide. …”
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Does hydroxychloroquine reduce the risk of infection in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus? a systematic review and meta-analysis. by Shangtian Wang, Maojia Ka, Wenying Wu

“…<h4>Objectives</h4>This study aimed to investigate the anti-infective utility of hydroxychloroquine in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by analyzing published case-control and cohort studies.<h4>Methods</h4>A systematic literature review was conducted on January 28, 2024, using PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, and Web of Science Core Collection databases. …”
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The effects of social media abstinence on affective well-being and life satisfaction: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Laura Lemahieu, Yannick Vander Zwalmen, Marthe Mennes, Ernst H. W. Koster, Mariek M. P. Vanden Abeele, Karolien Poels

“…This preregistered systematic review and meta-analysis therefore aims to provide a more precise answer regarding the impact of social media abstinence on well-being. …”
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Biotechnological innovations in soil health management: a systematic review of integrating microbiome engineering, bioinformatics, and sustainable practices by Tom Ongesa Nyamboga, Okechukwu Paul-Chima Ugwu, Jovita Nnenna Ugwu, Esther Ugo Alum, Val Hyginus Udoka Eze, Chinyere N. Ugwu, Fabian C. Ogenyi, Michael Ben Okon, Regina Idu Ejemot-Nwadiaro

“…This review aims to uncover knowledge gaps and use existing data to create long-term agricultural development strategies. A thorough literature search was conducted on microbial inoculants, plant-microbe interactions, and soil microbiome. …”
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Gender correlation between sleep duration and risk of coronary heart disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Cun Li, Shun-xin Luo, Tian-wei Liang, Dan Song, Jin-xiao Fu

“…Notably, shorter sleep durations are linked to higher CHD risks in women, whereas longer durations are more consequential for men. The optimal sleep duration for minimizing CHD risk is between 7.0–8.0 h daily for men and 7.5–8.5 h for women.ConclusionThe influence of sleep duration on CHD risk differs significantly between genders.Systematic Review Registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/myprospero, identifier (CRD42023478235).…”
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A systematic review of the effectiveness of technological interventions for caregivers of people with dementia: effects on quality of life and psychoemotional variables by Patricia Ferrero-Sereno, Patricia Ferrero-Sereno, María Mendoza-Muñoz, Patricia Palomo-López, Jorge Carlos-Vivas, Patricia Luna-Castaño, Raquel Caballero-De la Calle, Miguel Ángel García-Garrido, Laura Muñoz-Bermejo

“…Technology-based home-based interventions are presented as an alternative to providing health education, emotional support and caregiver training.ObjectiveTo evaluate the effectiveness of technological interventions on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and the management of psychoemotional aspects in family caregivers of people with dementia.MethodsA systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted using the Web of Science, PubMed and Scopus electronic databases, including all studies up to 7 February 2025.ResultsIn the review, 7,230 studies were initially identified, but only 13 met the eligibility criteria. …”
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Prevalence and factors influencing HIV testing behavior in adolescents and young adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Qiongge Yu, Hui Zhao, Dan Sun, Yuyan Liu, Yufeng Yu

“…Objective: To systematically evaluate the prevalence and influencing factors of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing among adolescents and young adults (10–25 years old), providing a reference for optimizing testing strategies and supporting the global goal of eliminating HIV as a public health threat. …”
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Artificial intelligence in open innovation project management: A systematic literature review on technologies, applications, and integration requirements by Moonita Limiany Prasetyo, Randall Aginta Peranginangin, Nada Martinovic, Mohammad Ichsan, Hendro Wicaksono

“…It focuses on open innovation projects. It employs a comprehensive and systematic literature review (SLR). …”
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Right versus left thoracic approach oesophagectomy for oesophageal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol by Tianci Chai, Zhimin Shen, Sui Chen, Yuhan Lin, Zhenyang Zhang, Wenwei Lin, Junjie Hong, Chuangcai Yang, Mingqiang Kang, Jiangbo Lin

“…Surgery is considered to be the optimal treatment for patients with resectable oesophageal cancer. …”
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Comparison of various excimer laser (EL) combination therapies for vitiligo: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by ChanXiu Li, Yue Hu, ZengYi Mu, Lei Shi, Xiao Sun, XinYue Wang, YaPing Wang, XinHong Li

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