Extraction of Nd(III) by Hydrophobic Deep Eutectic Solvent BTMPPA/Phenol from Nitrate Solution by Inna V. Zinov’eva, Yulia A. Zakhodyaeva, Andrey A. Voshkin

“…Solvent extraction is an effective method in the hydrometallurgical processing of NdFeB magnets. …”
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Magnetite-Functionalized Horse Dung Humic Acid (HDHA) for the Uptake of Toxic Lead(II) from Artificial Wastewater by Rahmat Basuki, Bambang Rusdiarso, Sri Juari Santosa, Dwi Siswanta

“…Magnetite-functionalized horse dung humic acid (HDHA) has been successfully prepared by the coprecipitation method, and the as-prepared adsorbent (MHDHA) has been applied as an easy-handling adsorbent for toxic Pb(II) in artificial wastewater. …”
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Bridging Worlds: Exploring Manat and Human-Non-Human Connections in Gayo Community by Nabila Ulamy Alya

“…<div>This research explores the practice of manat in Gayo community of Aceh as a bridge of communication&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 1rem;">between humans, animals, plants, and spiritual beings, illustrating how such interactions foster a&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">harmonious relationship with nature. Using storytelling method, this study shows how manat reflects a&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">dynamic cosmology, where ethical behavior with non-human entities is maintained through equal&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">relationships. …”
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Physical simulation test of multi-stage staged fracturing for shale horizontal wells by GUO Tiankui, SUN Yueming, LIU Xuewei, CHEN Ming, LIU Xiaoqiang

“…In order to clarify the influence of in-situ stress difference, displacement and fracturing series on the propagation of staged fractures in shale horizontal wells, we do the research based on a true triaxial hydraulic fracturing test system, using outcrop shale samples (300 mm × 300 mm × 300 mm) as the research object, combined with the new method of fracture-induced stress detection of staged fracturing and the three-dimensional morphological structure of specimens after hydraulic fracturing test. …”
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Interictal electroencephalographic findings in children and adults with temporal lobe tumors Eletrencefalograma interictal em crianças e adultos com tumores de lobo temporal by Renata C. Franzon, Maria Augusta Montenegro, Clarissa Lin Yasuda, Catarina A. Guimarães, Carlos A.M. Guerreiro, Fernando Cendes, Kette D. Valente, Marilisa M. Guerreiro

“…OBJECTIVE: To characterize clinical and interictal electroencephalographic aspects of children and adults with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) due to tumoral lesions. METHOD: We performed a retrospective analysis of the clinical and interictal electroencephalographic aspects of 16 children (64 exams) and 12 adults (78 exams) with lesions in the temporal lobe. …”
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Reassessment of public awareness and prevention strategies for HIV and COVID-19 co-infections through epidemic modeling. by Dipo Aldila, Joseph Páez Chávez, Bayu Nugroho, Benjamin Idoko Omede, Olumuyiwa James Peter, Putri Zahra Kamalia

“…Additionally, our two-parameter continuation analysis of the bifurcation diagram shows that the condition where both reproduction numbers equal one serves as an organizing center for the dynamic behavior of the co-infection model. …”
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DETERMINATION OF PASSENGER-TRAFFIC FLOWS IN REGIONAL TRANSPORT SYSTEM ON THE BASIS OF MODIFIED GRAVITY MODELS by E. A. Nurminskiy, I. N. Pugachev, N. V. Shamray, V. N. Sedyukevich

“…The given models have permitted to make analysis of more than 5000 populated locality pairs for 86 residential areas where the population constitutes more than 80 % and its passenger flow formation component in equal to 60%. Traffic flows between these settlement pairs have been estimated with the help of gravity models with various attraction functions and Arrowsmith method for provision of transportation balances. …”
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Optimization of meropenem continuous infusion based on Monte Carlo simulation integrating with degradation study. by Nguyen Tran Nam Tien, Vu Ngan Binh, Pham Thi Thanh Ha, Dang Thi Ngoc Lan, Yong-Soon Cho, Nguyen Phuoc Long, Jae-Gook Shin, Nguyen Hoang Anh, Truong Anh Quan, Do Ngoc Tuan, Nguyen Khac Tiep, Pham The Thach, Nguyen Hoang Anh, Vu Dinh Hoa

“…This study evaluated the stability of meropenem brands and the consequence of in-bottle degradation on PTA in different environmental scenarios.<h4>Method</h4>Seven meropenem generic brands prepared at concentrations of 1 g/48mL and 2 g/48mL in saline were examined at 25, 30, and 37°C over 8 h. …”
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Reliability-Based Design of Solid and Nail-jointed I-Section of Nigerian-Grown African Birch (<i>Anogeissus leiocarpus</i>) Timber Column by U.N. Wilson, A.A. Adedeji, F.O.P. Oriola, J.A. Alomaja, J.E. Sani

“…A FORTRAN-based program was also developed and used for the reliability analysis of the Nigerian-grown African birch columns designed to ascertain their level of safety using First-Order Reliability Method (FORM). The ‘I’- section was found unsafe to bear the design load unlike its corresponding solid section. …”
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Unraveling smallholder food loss and value for sustainable cold chain investments: a case of horticultural value chains in Kiambu County, Kenya by Catherine W. Kilelu, Daniel M. Musyoka, Dorcas N. Kalele

“…There are gaps in system diagnostic of key factors and practices related to value preservation of food loss but is equally important in capturing value in market opportunities for smallholders and other value chain actors that can guide structuring of such cold chain investments. …”
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El libro verde de la RSC de la Comisión Europea y la teoría de los stakeholders desde la perspectiva de género by María Elósegui Itxaso

“…Confronting the communitarian texts with the academic bibliography about Stakeholders it is observed that the UE goes in advance introducing the perspective of social justice, including questions about equality between female and male workers as one of the priority goals of teh RSC, within the theory of Stakeholders.…”
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Adherence to Thromboprophylaxis Guidelines in Acutely ill and Immobilized patients: A Clinical Audit by Afsheen Sayyar, Hafiza Tuseef Sayyar, Tahira Assad, Shaista Ambreen, Marium Shoukat, Quratulain Mehdi

“…The simple random sampling technique allowed the inclusion of 600 patients with equal representation from all the three medical units of HMC. …”
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Social inequalities in SARS-CoV-2 infection in high income countries: highlighting the need for an intersectional perspective in quantitative research by Ritu Rani, Nathalie Bajos, Émilie Counil

“…The main purpose of this mini review is to synthesize important findings about social inequalities in infection risk and highlight the gaps in current research from an intersectional perspective.MethodThis mini literature review builds on peer-reviewed quantitative studies conducted in high-income countries, with a particular focus on France. …”
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Numerical Assessment of a One-Mass Spring-Based Electromagnetic Energy Harvester on a Vibrating Object by Min-Chie CHIU, Ying-Chun CHANG, Long-Jyi YEH, Chiu-Hung CHUNG

“…In order to search for optimal electrical power, the objective function of the electrical power is maximized by adjusting the four design parameters ($D_m$, $H_m$, $\zeta_{\rm sys}$, and $N_c$) via the simulated annealing method. Consequently, the optimal design parameters of $D_m$, $H_m$, $\zeta_{\rm sys}$, and $N_c$ that produce maximum electrical power for an electromagnetic energy harvester are found.…”
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Comparison of Brain-Behavioral Systems, Decision Making Styles and Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Adults with and without ADHD by Asiyeh Vakia, Reza Soltani Shal, Abbas Abolghasemi

“…Consequently, it is essential to identify the factors associated with this disorder.The aim of the present study was to compare behavioral brain systems, decision-making processes, and cognitive emotion regulation in adults with and without ADHD. Method: The research design employed a causal-comparative approach. …”
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Illuminating Hope for Tumors: The Progress of Light-Activated Nanomaterials in Skin Cancer by Lei H, Cui H, Xia Y, Sun F, Zhang W

“…Phototherapy, a widely used and long-standing method in dermatology, presents a promising alternative for skin cancer treatment. …”
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Numerical investigating the impact of fluid properties and oscillation frequency on micro mixer efficiency by Sajad Ghanbari, Mohammad Sefid, Mohammad Ali Sabbaghi

“…However, at points where the density and viscosity increase factors are equal (s = eR), the increase in density has a greater impact on reducing the mixing efficiency compared to the increase in viscosity. …”
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Assessment of Psychosocial Risks and Affecting Factors in Active Working Life of Nurses by Elçin Babaoğlu, Rukiye Bahar

“…Aim: This descriptive study was conducted to determine the psychosocial risks of nurses working in hospitals and the factors affecting them. Method: The study was conducted in a city hospital in Istanbul. …”
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Prevalence and associated factors affecting pelvic floor disorder among women in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Tefera Belsty Mihretie, Wubshet Nebiyu Mogess

“…Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the pooled prevalence and common factors affecting pelvic floor disorders among women in Ethiopia.<h4>Method</h4>Databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, SCOPUS, Hinari and DOAJ were systematically searched to identify eligible studies. …”
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Sweet Clover (<i>Melilotus</i> spp.) as a Source of Biologically Active Compounds by Patrycja Sowa-Borowiec, Maria Czernicka, Wacław Jarecki, Małgorzata Dżugan

“…The presented findings suggest that white sweet clover is an equally valuable source of health-promoting compounds as yellow sweet clover.…”
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