Bacillus spp. supplementation promotes feed efficiency in mid- to late-lactation dairy cows and affects rumen fermentation traits of rumen-fistulated females offered a corn silage–... by Bruno A.V. Arthur, Luiz Gustavo Nussio, Oscar C.M. Queiroz, Greicieli de Morais, Rafael H.P. Reis, Giuseppe Copani, Jens N. Joergensen, Bruno I. Cappellozza

“…Two experiments evaluated the effects of supplementing a Bacillus-based direct-fed microbial (DFM) on productive performance of mid- to late-lactating dairy cows (experiment [Exp.] 1), and on rumen fermentation traits of rumen-fistulated Holstein cows (Exp. 2). …”
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Integrating local fine food traceability mapping in Vietnam’s fine dining sector by Minh Thanh Le, Phuong-Anh Thi Dang, Cong Yen Le, Thanh Thao Thi Nguyen

“…This study utilizes qualitative case analysis of two fine dining establishments among 12 supporting culinary concepts that have effectively employed traceability mapping to enhance consumer trust, sustainability, and ethical sourcing. …”
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A qualitative pilot study exploring the acceptability of a peer provider delivered substance use brief intervention from the perspective of youth in Kenya by Florence Jaguga, Matthew C. Aalsma, Leslie A. Enane, Matthew Turissini, Edith Kamaru Kwobah, Edith Apondi, Julius Barasa, Gilliane Kosgei, Yvonne Olando, Mary A. Ott

“…Perceived effectiveness: Most of the youth perceived the intervention to be effective in helping them reduce substance use and improve their well-being. …”
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Timing Matters: The Impact of Sowing Dates on Photosynthetic Traits and Biomass Accumulation in Hybrid Winter Wheat by Yulu Zhang, Wenlu Li, Zixin Zhu, Ludi Zhao, Hongxiao Duan, Hongmei Ge, Changxing Zhao

“…D1 had higher thousand-grain weight (TGW) but lower number of grains per unit area (GN); D3 had lower TGW, while the GN was not significantly higher, and D2 was effective in improving seed yield. Overall, Jingmai 17 demonstrated significant photosynthetic and yield advantages, maximizing yield potential through optimal interactions among spike number (SN), grain number per spike, and TGW at the October 23 sowing date.…”
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How air pollution fuels respiratory infections in children: current insights by Susanna Esposito, Valentina Fainardi, Annachiara Titolo, Angela Lazzara, Marialaura Menzella, Beatrice Campana, Alberto Argentiero, Nicola Principi

“…However, present knowledge is inadequate to develop effective preventive and therapeutic measures. Further studies are needed to minimize these cultural limits. …”
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Exploring the Ethical Challenges of Conversational AI in Mental Health Care: Scoping Review by Mehrdad Rahsepar Meadi, Tomas Sillekens, Suzanne Metselaar, Anton van Balkom, Justin Bernstein, Neeltje Batelaan

“…We defined CAI as a conversational agent that interacts with a person and uses artificial intelligence to formulate output. …”
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SC134-deruxtecan, a fucosyl-GM1 targeting ADC for small cell lung cancer therapy by Bryony Heath, Bubacarr G. Kaira, Dhruma Thakker, Omar J. Mohammed, Ruhul Choudhury, Foram Dave, Poonam Vaghela, Elena Dubinina, Tina Parsons, Lindy Durrant, Mireille Vankemmelbeke

“…In silico modelling of the SC134 FucGM1 binding site revealed a relatively narrow binding pocket, occupied by the terminal three glycans with multiple Fucose-engaging interactions. Robust FucGM1 expression in frozen SCLC patient tissues was evident, whilst tissue cross-reactivity analysis indicated non-human primates as well as mice as suitable tox models. …”
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Urban greenspace and cardiovascular disease comorbidity at breast cancer diagnosis in the US: regional, racial/ethnic, and socioeconomic variations among older women by Jean C. Bikomeye, Emily L. McGinley, Yuhong Zhou, Sergey Tarima, Jamila L. Kwarteng, Andreas M. Beyer, Tina W.F. Yen, Aaron N. Winn, Kirsten M.M. Beyer

“…Racial/ethnic, socioeconomic status (SES), and regional variations were noted. Adjusted effects of greenspace were significant only for NHW women; AOR (95%CI) = 0.78 (0.71-0.86). …”
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Designing a Conceptual model for Evaluating the Performance of Software Developers in Fintech Organizations by Hassan Javadi, Fereshteh Amin

“…The data extracted from these interviews were analyzed using the content analysis method, with the assistance of Maxqda software. …”
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Three-dimensional visualization of maize roots based on magnetic resonance imaging by Fang Xiaorong, Wang Nanfei, Zhang Jianfeng, Gong Xiangyang, Liu Fei, He Yong

“…Therefore, quantitative analysis of root architecture parameters, or the spatial configuration and distribution of root system in soil, will help to promote our understanding for root structure, function and their interactions with the soil in rhizosphere zone. …”
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Формування внутрішнього середовища торгівельного закладу з урахуванням корпоративної естетики by Tetyana Malik, Olga Shklyar

“…Purpose: to determine the impact of store design on its interaction with the customer and the impact on sales, the effectiveness of development in the direction of transformation of the interior space. …”
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Reliability and Validity Study of the <italic>International Classification of Functioning</italic>，<italic>Disability and Health Rehabilitation Set</italic> in Rehabilitation of Kn... by LEI Lei, PENG Zhizhou, GAO Mingyue, LI Fei, MAO Ningning, WU Xi, XIAO Chengcheng, XUN Yajing, ZHAO Suchen, FAN Xiaojun

“…The Cronbach's α coefficients for the remaining items of the ICF-RS decreased except for deleting b620 urinary function, b730 muscle strength function, d710 basic interpersonal interactions and d850 remunerative employment. 70.00% (21/30) of the items showed significantly differences in distinguishing between mild and severe dysfunctions, in which items with |<italic>r</italic>|&gt;0.8 could effectively distinguish KOA patients with high and low score function, including d420 changing body position, d510 washing oneself, d640 doing household chores and d470 using transportation.ConclusionICF-RS could be used to assess the functional status of KOA patients with good reliability, validity and criterion-related validity.…”
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Network pharmacology integrated with molecular docking and experimental validation elucidates the therapeutic potential of Forsythiae Fructus extract against hepatitis B virus-rela... by Fuqing Chen, Yifan Cai, Changzhou Chen, Jianyin Zhou

“…In vitro assays were performed to evaluate the effects of FF extract on the viability, proliferation, and apoptosis of HBV-related HCC (HepG2.2.15) cells, along with the underlying molecular mechanisms. …”
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From transition management towards just transition and place-based governance. Τhe case of Western Macedonia in Greece by Lefteris Topaloglou, Lefteris Ioannidis

“…PURPOSE: This paper examines to what extent the governance modes of transition in the region of Western Macedonia (Greece) are effective and just, and whether they embed transition management, spatial justice, and place-based elements. …”
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Designing a Model for Demand Side Management in Electricity Sector Based on Collaborative Governance by Gholamreza kazemian, Mohammadreza Raecy, Reza Vaezi, Vajollah Ghorbanizadeh

“…Objective Demand Side Management (DSM) in electricity energy is a pivotal strategy for governments aiming to effectively control the timing and amount of energy consumption during critical periods of peak load. …”
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Characteristics of shale reservoir development under the influence of sedimentary differentiation: A case study of the Cambrian Qiongzhusi Formation in the Deyang-Anyue rift trough... by Wenyi Chen, Bo Wang, Zhenxue Jiang, Dandan Wang, Hui Long, Wenlei Liu, Dadong Liu

“…The key findings are as follows: (1) The depositional environment is the main influence on reservoir distribution and organic matter enrichment, with intra-trough shales exhibiting a higher abundance of organic matter than their trough-margin and extra-trough counterparts. (2) Enhanced brittleness in intra-trough zones correlates with the predominance of biogenic silica therein. (3) Synergistic organic-inorganic interactions govern pore system development. (4) Gas-bearing capacity is jointly determined by effective porosity and organic matter content. …”
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A scoping review of interprofessional education in healthcare: evaluating competency development, educational outcomes and challenges by Hemal Patel, Simone Perry, Eric Badu, Felista Mwangi, Oyepeju Onifade, Alexander Mazurskyy, Joanne Walters, Meredith Tavener, Danielle Noble, Sherphard Chidarikire, Lee Lethbridge, Liam Jobson, Hamish Carver, Annabelle MacLellan, Natalie Govind, Graham Andrews, Greg Kerrison-Watkin, Elizabeth Lun, Bunmi S. Malau-Aduli, on behalf of the ACHIEVE Network

“…Addressing the challenges and implementing best practices can further enhance the effectiveness of IPE programs, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes. …”
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Novel insights into paclitaxel’s role on tumor-associated macrophages in enhancing PD-1 blockade in breast cancer treatment by In-San Kim, Seohyun Kim, Seong A Kim, Gi-Hoon Nam, Yoonjeong Choi, Minsu Kwon, Cherlhyun Jeong, Hanul Jung, Yeji Lee, Jiwan Woo, Yakdol Cho, Eunhae Kim, Yoon Kyoung Kim, Jaehyun Kim, Min Kyoung Jo, Dongjoo Lee, Hongyoon Choi

“…The efficacy of PTX in promoting antitumor immunity was elicited when combined with PD-1 blockade, suggesting a complementary interaction.Conclusions This study reveals how PTX boosts the effectiveness of PD-1 inhibitors in treating TNBC. …”
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Presenting the model of managerial competencies of women in the industry (case study: Sabah Food Company) by masoomeh samadi, mohammad mohammadi, Hamid Rezaei Far, hossein hakimpour

“…Data-based theory and MAXQDA18 software were used for data analysis. Based on the results of qualitative analysis, six categories of main factors including background factors, causal conditions, central phenomenon, interventionist, strategies, and consequences were identified as the main components of women's competence development. …”
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Landscapes of Trade by Merten Nefs

“…It analyses how spatial decisions are made in the actor-institutional dynamics behind the planning and development of DCs, through in-depth interviews and document analysis. Chapter 5 addresses the question What are the regional employment effects of XXL DCs? …”
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