Comparative Analysis of Sectional Anatomy, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance of the Cadaveric Six-Banded Armadillo (<i>Euphractus sexcintus</i>) Head by José Raduan Jaber, Daniel Morales-Bordon, Manuel Morales, Pablo Paz-Oliva, Mario Encinoso, Inmaculada Morales, Natalia Roldan-Medina, Gregorio Ramírez Zarzosa, Alejandro Morales-Espino, Alvaro Ros, Magnolia Maria Conde-Felipe

“…By integrating imaging data with anatomical cross-sections, we present a detailed description of the structures that constitute the head of this species, highlighting its most distinctive features. …”
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Exploring land use conflicts arising from economic activities and their impacts on local communities in the European Arctic by Ivana Živojinović, Jerbelle Elomina, Helga Pülzl, Karen Calanasan, Isidora Dabić, Rannveig Ólafsdóttir, Sten Siikavuopio, Audun Iversen, Roy Robertsen, Jarle Bjerke, Sigrid Engen, Hans Tommervik, Ragnheidur Bogadóttir, Sara Moioli, Seija Tuulentie, Pasi Rautio, Kristine Lynge-Pedersen, Gun Lidestav, Anna Guðrún Edvardsdòttir, Vigdis Nygaard

“…This study addresses this gap by examining the impacts of economic activities on local communities. Using secondary data and semi-structured interviews from 15 hubs in five European Arctic countries, the study draws on locally relevant insights. …”
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Wavelet-Guided Multi-Scale ConvNeXt for Unsupervised Medical Image Registration by Xuejun Zhang, Aobo Xu, Ganxin Ouyang, Zhengrong Xu, Shaofei Shen, Wenkang Chen, Mingxian Liang, Guiqi Zhang, Jiashun Wei, Xiangrong Zhou, Dongbo Wu

“…However, its weaker spatial locality priors necessitate large-scale training datasets and a heavy number of parameters, which conflict with the limited annotated data and real-time demands of clinical workflows. …”
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Knowledge and perceptions towards organic farming: a case of pineapple farmers in central Uganda by S. Nalubwama, F. Bagamba, F. Kabi, Z. Nampijja, M. Kiggundu, K. Kamatara, N. Kwikiriza, D. Nampanzira, A. Nalunga, V. Lutwama, J. Nasaka

“…Through multi-stage sampling procedures, purposive and random techniques were applied at different stages to select participants from both Luwero and Kayunga districts in central Uganda. Data was collected using a semi-structured questionnaire. …”
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Prevalence of Substance Use and Associated Factors Among Secondary School Students in Marrakech Region, Morocco by Abdelmounaim Baslam, Samia Boussaa, Karima Raoui, Hamid Kabdy, Abdelfatah Aitbaba, Loubna El Yazouli, Rachida Aboufatima, Abderrahman Chait

“…A cross-sectional study was conducted, including 300 participants surveyed using a structured questionnaire. Data were collected using the Mediterranean School Survey Project on Alcohol and Other Drugs (MedSPAD) to assess substance use, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) to diagnose substance use disorders (SUDs), and the Early Trauma Inventory Self-Report Short Form (ETISR-SF) to identify childhood maltreatment, as well as socio-demographic characteristics. …”
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Network analysis of Alcohol, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test (ASSIST) 3.1 items for non-medical use of alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, prescription sedatives, prescrip... by Dvora Shmulewitz, Dvora Shmulewitz, Maor Daniel Levitin, Maor Daniel Levitin, Maor Daniel Levitin, Roi Eliashar, Mario Mikulincer, Shaul Lev-Ran, Shaul Lev-Ran, Shaul Lev-Ran

“…Differences were observed between substances in strength of associations between symptoms.ConclusionNetwork structures were similar across substances, suggesting that similar intervention approaches may be appropriate, with substance-specific strategies as warranted. …”
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Influence of Smartphone Usage on development of Sexuality among Late Adolescent Boys in Health Sciences Colleges of South India [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] by Sara J Ommen, Preeti M Galagali, Sharath M Manya, Prasanna Mithra, Jayashree K

“…Background Better affordability of data plans and an increase in “budget” smartphones have resulted in an exponential rise in internet and smartphone users. …”
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Observation and Analysis of Deformation Control Performance of Hydraulic Servo Steel Support for a Soft Soil Pit—A Case Study of a Pit Project in Hangzhou by Chao Wang, Gang Lin, Hongliang Yao, Haibin Ding, Xiaolin Tang, Zhaorui Lin, Xuepeng Wang

“…This study analyzed the monitoring data related to the <i>δ</i>_D, the deformation of the soil outside the foundation pit, and the changes in the axial force of the internal supports in a deep foundation pit located in Hangzhou City, China. …”
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Design, simulation, and experimental evaluation of an agrivoltaic greenhouse in Turkey by Özal Emre Özdemir, Tamara Bretzel, Leonhard Gfüllner, Shiva Gorjian, Yasar Katircioglu, Berkay Dur, Max Trommsdorff

“…Despite significant research, gaps remain concerning the practical integration of bifacial photovoltaic (PV) systems into greenhouse structures, particularly regarding detailed pre-design simulations combined with experimental validation under Mediterranean climatic conditions. …”
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Prevalence and Factors Associated with Stunting Among Children 0-59 Months in Rubirizi District-A Cross Sectional Study by Mubangizi Kizito, Noel Kansiime, Calvin Cherop, Fred Bagenda

“…Simple random sampling was used to select villages and caregivers. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire. …”
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Fishers' interactions with endangered “rhinorays” in Karimunjawa National Park, and factors influencing willingness to engage in pro‐conservation behavior by Faqih Akbar Alghozali, Ashma Hanifah, Muhammad Wiralaga Dwi Gustianto, Maula Nadia, Taufiq Qur'rohman, Kinanti Amalia Niloperbowo, Diah P. Suyanto, Muhammad Ichsan, Andhika Prasetyo, Mahardika Rizqi Himawan, Hollie Booth

“…As such, it is important to understand the social and ecological dimensions of risk to rhinorays to identify feasible conservation interventions. We conducted semi‐structured interviews with 162 small‐scale fishers in Karimunjawa National Park (KJNP), Indonesia. …”
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Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices and Nutritional Status of Children Aged 6-59 Months Seeking Medical Care at Kyegegwa Hospital, Kyegegwa District, Uganda by Proscovia Nakabuusu, Bridget Taremwa, Mubangizi Kizito, Noel Kansiime, Fred Bagenda, Calvin Cherop, Rashid Mugabe

“…Qualitative and quantitative data was analysed using Nvivo and STATA respectively following export from Excel. …”
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Development and usability testing of a preliminary web-based application for the clinical implementation of blood flow restriction: a mixed methods pilot study by Isaac J. Wedig, Isaac J. Wedig, Isaac J. Wedig, Erich J. Petushek, Erich J. Petushek, John J. Durocher, John McDaniel, Steven J. Elmer

“…Afterward, perceived usability was assessed using the System Usability Scale (SUS) and semi-structured interviews analyzed through thematic analysis.ResultsAll task scenarios were successfully completed in an average time of 2.3 ± 1.2 min. …”
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Sex Estimation Through Orbital Measurements: A Machine Learning Approach for Forensic Science by George Triantafyllou, George G. Botis, Maria Piagkou, Konstantinos Papanastasiou, George Tsakotos, Ioannis Paschopoulos, George K. Matsopoulos, Stavroula Papadodima

“…Several anatomical structures of the human body have been used for this process. …”
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Aging assessment of silicone rubber materials under corona discharge accompanied by humidity and UV radiation by Mahmood Atif, Muneeb Ahmed, Saeed Usman, Alam Shahid, Al-Ammar Essam A., Kang Jee-Hyun, Zoubi Wail Al, Choi Dongwhi

“…Scanning electron microscopy analysis revealed deep cracks and block-like structures on their surfaces. Similarly, energy-dispersive X-ray analysis indicated the signs of surface oxidation of the aged samples. …”
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The smart senior care demand in China in the context of active ageing: a qualitative study with multiple perspectives by Qiyuan Huang, Fang Liu, Song Ge, Shuang Teng, Xiang Wu, Xiao Zhang, Zhe Qu, Ying Li, Aming Wang, Mei Li, Xianping Tang, Xianping Tang

“…This study aimed to explore the needs and expectations of relevant stakeholders of smart senior care in China in the context of active aging.MethodsThis is a qualitative descriptive study, in which 21 semi-structured interviews were conducted between October 2021 and March 2022. …”
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The analysis of MMP2, MMP3 and MMP9 matrix metalloproteinases genes polymorphism among Russian Caucasian patients with primary open-angle glaucoma by A.V. Shevchenko, V.F. Prokof’ev, V.I. Konenkov, O.V. Ermakova, A.N. Trunov

“…The significant role of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in the remodeling of eye structures during the development of glaucoma is widely discussed in the scientific literature. …”
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Towards a net-zero healthcare system in Kenya: Stakeholder perspectives on opportunities, challenges and priorities by Iris Martine Blom, Melvine Anyango Otieno, Susannah Mayhew, Neil Spicer, Andy Haines, Sarah Whitmee

“…Methods: This study employs qualitative methods, including 21 semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders and a Delphi consensus process, to explore stakeholder perspectives on Kenya's journey to a net-zero healthcare system. …”
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Cognitive symptoms in schizophrenia: an analysis of awareness, assessment, and management practices among psychiatrists and primary care physicians by Luis Agüera-Ortiz, Luis Agüera-Ortiz, Enric Aragonés, Enric Aragonés, Bárbara Buch-Vicente, Bárbara Buch-Vicente, Juan Manuel Mendive, Mercedes Peña, Eduard Vieta

“…In addition, further qualitative data were collected through individual semi-structured telephone interviews. …”
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Exploring the Relationship Between Excessive Social Media Use and Eating Disorders Among Young Adults: Evidence From a Bangladesh‐Based Cross‐Sectional Study by Trisha Mallick, Md. Hasan Al Banna, Tasnim Rahman Disu, Shammy Akter, Tareq Mahmud, Tasnima Akhter Tasin, Nargees Akter, Md. Saiful Alam, Md. Nazmul Hassan

“…Methods We conducted an online‐based cross‐sectional study among 550 young adults aged 18 to 27 in Bangladesh. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain the survey data. …”
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