The endothelial activation and stress index as a risk factor for all-cause mortality in patients with anemia: a nationwide retrospective cross-sectional study by Liangliang Wu, Gaiying Dong, Tingting Wu, Xiaofan Gu, Yuping Zhang, Shunqing Wang

“…These findings suggest that the EASIX may serve as a valuable prognostic biomarker for risk stratification and could assist in guiding the management of anemia. …”
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Dynamic Characterization of Microscopic Pore Structure in Medium–High Permeability Sandstones During Waterflooding by Jiayi Wu, Wenbo Gong, Qingyu Wang, Yuhang He, Junhui Guo, Yi Bao, Shuai Shao, Rubin Li

“…The classification scheme divides microscopic pores into six distinct types based on key parameters such as pore diameter and flow flux area. …”
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Stable and Functional Cosmetic Creams Enriched with Grape Stem Extract: A Sustainable Skincare Strategy by Mónica Serra, Cláudia Botelho, Hugo Almeida, Ana Casas, José António Teixeira, Ana Novo Barros

“…Overall, the study advances current knowledge by establishing formulation parameters for a stable, effective, and sustainable cream based on grape stem extract. …”
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Nano-Tailored Triple Gas Sensor for Real-Time Monitoring of Dough Preparation in Kitchen Machines by Dario Genzardi, Immacolata Caruso, Elisabetta Poeta, Veronica Sberveglieri, Estefanía Núñez Carmona

“…In future applications, sensor data could support feedback control systems capable of adjusting fermentation parameters like time and temperature in real time.…”
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Designing and characterizing first Iranian study evaluating serum levels of lithium in patients for population pharmacokinetics (FIRELOLIPOP): baseline and first report by Mohammad Mahdi Khakshoor, Naser Pariz, Vahid Reza Askari, Mohammad Reza Fayyazi Bordbar, Sara Honari, Matin Shirazinia, Vafa Baradaran Rahimi, Mohammad Bagher Naghibi Sistani

“…This study provides valuable insights into lithium pharmacokinetics in Iranian BD patients. The findings highlight the necessity of personalized dosing approaches to enhance efficacy and reduce adverse effects. …”
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Efficacy of acupuncture as adjunctive therapy for patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Guofeng Li, Jimin Liu, Guixian Yang, Jiajia Li, Yuan He, Xinru Fei, Lai Wei, Dongkai Zhao

“…We rated the quality of evidence as very low to medium.ConclusionThis systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrate that acupuncture, as an adjunctive treatment for acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, improves clinical efficacy and key outcomes. Our findings are consistent with previous studies that demonstrated improvements in the COPD Assessment Test (CAT) and arterial blood gas parameters (PaO2 and PaCO2). …”
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Assessment of Peacock Spot Disease (<i>Fusicladium oleagineum</i>) in Olive Orchards Through Agronomic Approaches and UAV-Based Multispectral Imaging by Hajar Hamzaoui, Ilyass Maafa, Hasnae Choukri, Ahmed El Bakkali, Salma El Iraqui El Houssaini, Rachid Razouk, Aziz Aziz, Said Louahlia, Khaoula Habbadi

“…This combined approach highlights the potential of remote sensing for early disease detection and supports precision agriculture practices by facilitating targeted interventions and optimized orchard management. The findings underscore the effectiveness of integrating a traditional agronomic assessment with advanced spectral analysis to improve OLS disease surveillance and promote sustainable olive cultivation.…”
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Dilated cardiomyopathy evaluation with Imagenomics: combining multimodal cardiovascular imaging and genetics by Kristian Galanti, Ghaith Sharaf Dabbagh, Fabrizio Ricci, Sabina Gallina, Roberta Giansante, Ron Jacob, Edmond Obeng‐Gyimah, Leslie T. Cooper Jr, Sanjay K. Prasad, David H. Birnie, Andrew P. Landstrom, Selma F. Mohammed, Saidi Mohiddin, Mohammed Y. Khanji, Anwar A. Chahal

“…The aim of this review is to propose a systematic approach to the diagnosis of DCM, emphasizing the importance of genetics and clinical findings for a precise and practical clinical approach. …”
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The Effect of Different Types of Fertilizers on the Growth of Cassava and the Fungal Community in Rhizosphere Soil by Qinyun Liu, Xiaojing Lu, Chunyu Xiang, Shan Yu, Jie Zhang, Kaimian Li, Wenjun Ou, Songbi Chen, Jie Cai

“…These findings highlight the critical role of combined organic and chemical fertilizers in promoting cassava productivity and soil health. …”
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Effect of Glow Discharge Cold Plasma Treatment on the Physicochemical Properties and Antioxidant Capacity of Maize by Miao Li, Chengcheng Ren, Caihong Li, Zengxuan Fan, Jiayin Zhu, Chenling Qu

“…The optimal treatment conditions (100 Pa working pressure and 5 min exposure) maximized antioxidant enzyme activities and bioactive compound levels, accompanied by substantial increases in TPC. …”
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Comparative Study on the Prevention and Control Effects of Rockburst Between Hydraulic Fracturing Sections and Blank Sections by Shuo Yang, Jiang Bian, Aixin Liu, Xiaoyang Li, Fuhong Li, Xingen Ma, Siyuan Gong

“…However, the current research on hydraulic fracturing to prevent and control rockburst is mostly limited to optimizing fracturing parameters and monitoring and evaluating fracturing effects, and there are few studies on blank sections, which cannot guarantee the overall prevention and control effect of rockburst, or increase unnecessary construction costs. …”
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Machine Learning-Based Prediction of No-Show Telemedicine Encounters by C. Mahony Reategui-Rivera, Wanting Cui, Stefan Escobar-Agreda, Leonardo Rojas-Mezarina, Joseph Finkelstein

“…Key predictors reflect both individual behavior and system-level contexts, suggesting the need for tailored, context-specific interventions. These findings can inform targeted strategies to optimize telemedicine, improve appointment adherence, and promote equitable health care access.…”
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Research Progress on Enhancing Acid Production from Anaerobic Fermentation of Waste Activated Sludge by Different Pretreatment Methods by Peng CUI, Shuzhen CHI, Da ZHANG, Boyi CHENG, Qingshan LIN, Zongping WANG, Gang GUO

“…Additionally, key operational parameters, such as pH, temperature, solid retention time (SRT), organic loading rate (OLR), and reactor types, are investigated to optimize SCFA yields. …”
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Impact of Microwave Pre-Curing on Pore Structure and Environmental Performance of Metakaolin- and Fly Ash-Based Geopolymers by Yanhui Dong, Mohamed R. El-Naggar, Runhui Gao, Yefan Li, Yixin Zhao

“…The heating times ranged from 30 s to 90 s at intervals of 15 s. Our findings reveal that optimal microwave settings (100 watts for 45 s) can significantly enhance mechanical properties, with compressive strengths reaching 15.9 MPa for fly ash-based and 9.094 MPa for metakaolin-based geopolymers. …”
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Comparative Study of Water and Fertilizer Regimes on Water Potential, Phenolic Substances, and Photosynthetic Characteristics of <i>Pistacia weinmannifolia</i> by Zhenmin He, Yongyu Sun, Lingxiao Peng, Zhifeng Luo, Jianhua Qi, Xiangfei Li, Xingwu Duan, Zhaorong Ou

“…These findings indicate that the water–fertilizer coupling treatment group exhibited improved growth status and photosynthesis. …”
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Synthesis of Isomaltooligosaccharides (IMOs) from Sweet Potato Starch by Simultaneous Saccharification and Transglycosylation Using Saccharomyces cerevisiae Var. diastaticus BE 134... by Quan Duong Hong, Tri Hoang Minh, Hong Gam Nguyen Thi, Thu Hien Nguyen Thi, Ngoc Hoa Nguyen, Truc Lam Nguyen Thi, Van Anh Nguyen Thi, Thu Trang Vu, Hong Nga Luong

“…Effect of various reaction parameters on the steps of the synthesis process of IMOs was systematically investigated. …”
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Gestational Hydronephrosis: A Retrospective Analysis of the Clinical Outcomes of Ureteral Stent Placement Versus Conservative Treatment by Dursun Baba, Engin Yurtçu, Burak Ayvacık, Yusuf Salih Küçük, Arda Taşkın Taşkıran, Mehmet Ali Özel, Ahmet Yıldırım Balık, Ekrem Başaran, Betül Keyif

“…Conservative management included hydration therapy, acetaminophen-based analgesia, and close clinical monitoring. The parameters assessed included serum creatinine, estimated glomerular filtration rate (GFR), inflammatory markers (C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and white blood cell count), urinary findings, obstetric outcomes, and postpartum complications. …”
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Humic acids as drivers of plant growth: regulating root development and photobiology through redox modulation by Daniel Basílio Zandonadi, Hiarhi Monda, Jason Gralian, Aletia James, Richard T. Lamar, Mirella Pupo Santos

“…After identifying the optimal HA dosage, plants were evaluated for their growth and photobiological responses, enzyme activities, reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, and selected gene expression. …”
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Probiotic, Prebiotic, and Synbiotic Supplementation for the Prevention and Treatment of Acute Otitis Media: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Freiser Eceomo Cruz Mosquera, Mayerli de la Rosa Caldas, Anisbed Naranjo Rojas, Claudia Lorena Perlaza, Yamil Liscano

“…Conclusions: Supplementation with probiotics, prebiotics, or synbiotics is associated with a significant reduction in the incidence of AOM in children, although no significant impact was observed on other key clinical parameters. These interventions may be considered as a complementary strategy to conventional treatments; however, further high-quality, standardized trials are needed to confirm these findings and to define optimal protocols.…”
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Prognostic factors and survival outcomes in patients with salivary duct carcinoma: a retrospective cohort study by Fei Chen, Liangbo Li, Jingqiao Tao, Nenghao Jin, Liwei Wang, Liang Zhu, Bo Qiao, Lejun Xing, Bo Wei, Jingqiu Bu, Haizhong Zhang

“…Conclusions Distant metastasis and thrombocytopenia are important predictors of poor overall survival in SDC patients. These findings underscore the potential significance of incorporating hematological parameters and metastatic status into clinical decision-making to optimize risk stratification and personalized treatment strategies.…”
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