Hybrid Deep Learning Approaches for Improved Genomic Prediction in Crop Breeding by Ran Li, Dongfeng Zhang, Yanyun Han, Zhongqiang Liu, Qiusi Zhang, Qi Zhang, Xiaofeng Wang, Shouhui Pan, Jiahao Sun, Kaiyi Wang

“…Genomic selection plays a crucial role in breeding programs designed to improve quantitative traits, particularly considering the limitations of traditional methods in terms of accuracy and efficiency. …”
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Assessment of Chemical and Biological Fungicides for the Control of <i>Diplodia mutila</i> Causing Wood Necrosis in Hazelnut by Verónica Retamal, Juan San Martín, Braulio Ruíz, Richard M. Bastías, Eugenio Sanfuentes, María José Lisperguer, Tommaso De Gregorio, Matteo Maspero, Ernesto Moya-Elizondo

“…Effective conventional and biological fungicides against <i>D. mutila</i> could be integrated into disease management programs to protect hazelnut wounds from infections.…”
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Barriers to Initiation of Pediatric HIV Treatment in Uganda: A Mixed-Method Study by T. Sonia Boender, Kim C. E. Sigaloff, Joshua Kayiwa, Victor Musiime, Job C. J. Calis, Raph L. Hamers, Lillian Katumba Nakatudde, Elizabeth Khauda, Andrew Mukuye, James Ditai, Sibyl P. Geelen, Peter Mugyenyi, Tobias F. Rinke de Wit, Cissy Kityo

“…Although the advantages of early infant HIV diagnosis and treatment initiation are well established, children often present late to HIV programs in resource-limited settings. We aimed to assess factors related to the timing of treatment initiation among HIV-infected children attending three clinical sites in Uganda. …”
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Development and Validation of a Smartphone Heart Rate Acquisition Application for Health Promotion and Wellness Telehealth Applications by Mathew J. Gregoski, Martina Mueller, Alexey Vertegel, Aleksey Shaporev, Brenda B. Jackson, Ronja M. Frenzel, Sara M. Sprehn, Frank A. Treiber

“…Lack of electrode patches or wireless sensor telemetric straps make it advantageous for use in mobile-cell-phone-delivered health promotion and wellness programs. Further validation is needed to determine its applicability while engaging in physical movement-related activities.…”
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Radiometric Characterization of Pandeiros River Basin (Minas Gerais - Brazil) by Lucas Daniel Cunha de Paula, Rubens Martins Moreira, Cláudio José Chagas, Carlos Alberto de Carvalho Filho, Eduardo Duarte Marques, Fernando Machado de Mello

“…Data processing included Geographic Information Systems (GIS), R programming language, and MS Excel. A comparative analysis with previous studies showed low radiation levels in the PRB, with lower and upper thresholds of 31 and 122 counts per second (cps), respectively, and an average of 61 cps. …”
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A Novel Copper Ionophore Nanoshuttle (Winged Cu) for Inducing Cuproptosis in B16 Melanoma Cells by Yuhuan Wu, Ziyao Chang, Wenhao Wang, Chuanbin Wu, Xin Pan, Zhengwei Huang

“…Cuproptosis, a newly discovered copper-dependent programmed cell death pathway, represents a promising approach for anticancer therapy. …”
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Public health, war and cross-border challenges: the recent cVDPV2 polio outbreak in Gaza by Itamar Grotto, Hazem Agha, Ahmad Abu Al-Halaweh, Nadav Davidovitch, Martin McKee, Dorit Nitzan

“…Regional collaboration remains limited despite cross-border transmission risks. The Gaza outbreak illustrates the critical need for robust vaccination programs, enhanced surveillance, and international cooperation to prevent poliovirus resurgence. …”
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The Role of Yoga in Managing Pain and Improving Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review by Mahendra Wahyu Dewangga, Rinna Ainul Maghfiroh, Ekan Faozi, Sri Indra Kurnia, Erma Juana Ginting, Farrah Rizky Mutiara, Nur Afrina Azra, Yudha Wirajati

“…Compared to conventional physiotherapy and standard exercise programs, yoga demonstrated comparable or superior benefits, particularly in alleviating stress and promoting mental well-being. …”
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Psychological Needs in Spanish Pregnant Women During the Transition to Motherhood: A Qualitative Study by Patricia Catalá, Cecilia Peñacoba, Carmen Écija, Lorena Gutiérrez, Livia Gomes Viana Meireles

“…Conclusions: This study emphasizes the need for culturally sensitive perinatal support programs that provide tools for prenatal education, pain management, emotional support, and identity transition, integrating women’s prior identity to facilitate a harmonious transition to motherhood.…”
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Comparative educational effectiveness of AI generated images and traditional lectures for diagnosing chalazion and sebaceous carcinoma by Hitoshi Tabuchi, Isana Nakajima, Mhairi Day, Tsuyoshi Yoneda, Mao Tanabe, Niall Strang, Justin Engelmann, Hodaka Deguchi, Masahiro Akada, Takaaki Moriguchi, Yuta Nakaniida, Hideki Tsuji

“…Combining AI-generated image training with traditional video lectures may lead to more effective educational programs. Further research is needed to explore AI’s potential in medical education and improve diagnostic skills for rare diseases.…”
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Adoption of conservation agriculture practices and its impacts on yields and incomes: Evidence from smallholder maize farmers in the Northwest mountainous region of Vietnam by Mai Tien Huy, Antonio Jesus A. Quilloy, Mai Thanh Cuc, Mai Thanh Huong, Dang Nam Phuong, Tran Manh Hai

“…However, research on the adoption and impacts of CAPs in Vietnam remains limited. This study aims to identify the determinants of CAPs adoption and assess its impacts on maize yields and net income in the Northwest mountainous region of Vietnam. …”
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Health prevention in the pediatric population - challenges and recommendations for the future by Maria Antos-Łyko, Oliwia Regina Wasąg, Karina Aleksandra Koszuta, Przemysław Koszuta, Marcin Tkaczyk, Dawid Pająk, Piotr Czerniak, Julia Buszek, Paulina Laskowska, Adrian Pistelok

“…Adapting activities to local conditions and actively involving children and their caregivers increase the effectiveness of prevention programs. Comprehensive, yet individualized strategies are key to improving the health of the pediatric population and preventing diseases in later stages of life. …”
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Graph Neural Network for In-Network Placement of Real-Time Metaverse Tasks in Next-Generation Networks by Sulaiman Muhammad Rashid, Ibrahim Aliyu, Il-Kwon Jeong, Tai-Won Um, Jinsul Kim

“…The task placement challenge is modeled as an integer linear programming (ILP) problem aimed at minimizing overall system costs while adhering to stringent delay constraints. …”
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Strategies to Improve γ-Aminobutyric Acid Biosynthesis in Rice via Optimal Conditions by Lixing Shen, Yulu Yang, Xiong Liu, Huibo Zhao, Yanfang Zhang, Lan Shen, Li Zhu, Jiang Hu, Deyong Ren, Qiang Zhang, Zhenyu Gao, Guojun Dong, Qing Li, Qian Qian, Dali Zeng, Guangheng Zhang

“…Our findings provide essential materials and theoretical insights for screening and developing GABA-rich functional rice germplasms, facilitating variety selection and breeding programs.…”
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Prevalence and contributing factors of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) in iran: a systematic review by Salman Daneshi, Esmaeil Barkhori Mehni, Mohammad Kamali, Eshagh Barfar, Fatemeh Bagher Barahouei, Kiavash Hushmandi, Rasoul Raesi

“…Despite the rising trend in drug resistance, diagnostic and laboratory limitations remain major challenges. Key risk factors include a history of previous treatment, diabetes mellitus, limited access to healthcare, and socioeconomic barriers. …”
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Exergaming System for Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation in Patients With Heart Failure: Development and Usability Assessment Study of a Device Prototype by Carles Blasco-Peris, Juan Pedro Alcolea Garrido, Barbara Seguí, Rocio Zaragoza, Vicente Climent-Paya, Laura Fuertes-Kenneally, Agustín Manresa-Rocamora, Ana Sanz-Rocher, Sabina Baladzhaeva, José M Sarabia

“…Exergaming is a promising alternative to conventional exercise programs for patients with HF. However, existing research has limitations, and the integration of exergaming into clinical practice remains challenging. …”
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Analyzing latent categories of stress, anxiety, and depression in medical students: insights into their psychological resilience by Huang Lei, Huang Lei, Jiang Jiaming, Huang Bin, Yuwen Lyu, Liu Junrong, Lawrence T. Lam, Chen Yufei

“…Future research should integrate different research paradigms, deepen understanding, and provide more targeted evidence support for psychological education and intervention programs for medical students.…”
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Exploring perceptions of dignity among older adults living in nursing homes: a qualitative study by Kejimu Sunzi, Hui Luo, Lina Yin, Yadi Li, Xin Zhou, Cheng Lei

“…Although dignity is widely acknowledged as a fundamental human right and is critical for maintaining older adults’ psychological well-being and overall quality of life, limited attention has been paid to understanding how Chinese nursing-home residents perceive, experience, and preserve their dignity. …”
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The current status and prospects of gut microbiota combined with PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors in the treatment of colorectal cancer: a review by Min Deng, Xiaoyu Li, Huiming Wu, Dingwen Xue, Yize Wang, Renkai Guo, Yipeng Cui, Chenfei Jin, Fei luo, Huiyu Li

“…Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), particularly those targeting programmed cell death protein 1(PD-1) and programmed cell death ligand 1(PD-L1), have shown promising potential in the treatment of CRC. …”
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Development and validation of interpretable machine learning models for predicting AKI risk in patients treated with PD-1/PD-L1: a retrospective study by Wentong Liu, Kaiyue Ji, Qianwen Tang, Weiqi Xia, Wei Zhang, Lina Shao, Jiana Shi, Yukun Li, Ping Huang, Xiaolan Ye

“…Abstract Background Anti-programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1)/programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) immunotherapy has revolutionized cancer treatment. …”
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