The Role of Sensory Processing Sensitivity and Self-management on Quality of Life in Multiple Sclerosis by Babak Bakhshayesh Eghbali, Mozaffar Hosseini-Nejad, Sajjad Saadat, Masoome Babaee, Kimia Eyvani, Kosar Kohandel, Masoud Shabani Chobe

“…Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms lead to functional impairments that predict limitations, unemployment and withdrawal from social or leisure activities and affect the health-related quality of life (HRQOL). …”
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Weather dependence of medical rehabilitation efficiency in patients with ischemic heart disease on the resort of the South Coast of Crimea by A. S. Ivaschenko, V. V. Ezhov, L. V. Yezhova, T. S. Yanovskiy, V. I. Mizin, A. M. Yarosh, P. E. Grigoriev, A. F. Pyankov

“…Sechenov» - modified clinical index on weather pathogenicity (CIPP-M) and MR assessment according to the criteria of the» International classification of functioning, disabilities and health» (ICF).Results. …”
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Active Dielectric Metasurfaces for Switchable Terahertz Beam Steering and Focusing by Kaiji Chen, Xueqian Zhang, Xieyu Chen, Tong Wu, Qingwei Wang, Ziying Zhang, Quan Xu, Jiaguang Han, Weili Zhang

“…Conventional metasurfaces often manipulate light propagation in a passive way, which cannot satisfy the dynamic operation requirements of many practical applications. Integrating functional materials or components into the structure design is one effective method, which, however, often introduces additional loss to the resonances, thus greatly affecting the efficiency of modulation. …”
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An Evaluation of the Adaptive Reuse of Abandoned Buildings by Hanieh Ahmadi Joshaghani, Mohammad Reza Hafezi, Behrooz Mohammad Kari

“…Like any other product, the making of a building takes raw materials and renewable and non-renewable energy, with the growth in development appearing to be inevitable particularly in the developing countries. …”
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Laser-Fabricated Micro/Nanostructures: Mechanisms, Fabrication Techniques, and Applications by Andrei Teodor Matei, Anita Ioana Visan, Irina Negut

“…The rapid evolution of optoelectronic devices necessitates innovative fabrication techniques to improve their performance and functionality. This review explores the advancements in laser processing as a versatile method for creating micro- and nanostructured surfaces, tailored to enhance the efficiency of optoelectronic applications. …”
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Optical properties of ultrafine carbon nanotubes in ZSM-5 zeolites by Bing Zhang, Ting Zhang, Yaping Zhang, Yuli Lou, Wanxiang He, Yibo Wang

“…By using ZSM-5 zeolites as a template, we fabricated ultrafine carbon nanotubes with a diameter of 3–4 Å in the channels of ZSM-5 (SWNTs@ZSM-5). These novel carbon materials show fancy properties due to their small dimensions. …”
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Computational simulation of short-range order structures in high-entropy alloys: a review on formation patterns, multiscale characterization, and performance modulation mechanisms by Hongyang Liu, Bo Chen, Rong Chen, Jingzhi He, Dongdong Kang, Jiayu Dai

“…Short-range order (SRO) structures in high-entropy alloys (HEAs) have recently emerged as a research hotspot in materials science. Conventional perspectives viewed HEAs as chemically disordered systems stabilized primarily by high configurational entropy to maintain single-phase solid solutions. …”
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Chemical and physical modifications of the surface of sisal agave fibre used as a reinforcement in epoxy resin – A Review by Neffer A. Gomez, Brian Ellul Grech, Martin Muscat, Claire DeMarco Muscat-Fenech, Duncan Camilleri, Emmanuel Sinagra, Sandro Lanfranco

“…However, the poor interaction between the two materials caused by the different distribution of electrical charge over the atoms joined by the bond in the functional groups of the chemical structure (polarity) necessitates the modification of one of the surfaces of the constituents through various techniques. …”
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Piper nigrum Leaf and Stem Assisted Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and Evaluation of Its Antibacterial Activity Against Agricultural Plant Pathogens by Kanniah Paulkumar, Gnanadhas Gnanajobitha, Mahendran Vanaja, Shanmugam Rajeshkumar, Chelladurai Malarkodi, Kannaiyan Pandian, Gurusamy Annadurai

“…Utilization of biological materials in synthesis of nanoparticles is one of the hottest topics in modern nanoscience and nanotechnology. …”
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Research Progress on the Preparation of Elastin Peptides and Their Effect on Delaying Skin Aging by Jing SHI, Shuping MA, Shunfeng TIAN, Yongkang LUO, Yanfei JIANG, Chunyue ZHAO

“…Currently, elastin peptides have found widespread applications in functional foods, cosmetic skincare products, and other related industries. …”
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Improving the system of neurotraumatology care in the metropolis for elderly victims with severe traumatic brain injury (on the example of Saint Petersburg) by Yu. A. Shcherbuk, D. Yu. Maday, A. Yu. Shcherbuk, V. V. Donskov, E. V. Cherepanova, R. V. Tyurin, D. V. Leyko

“…Petersburg scale allowed to reduce the frequency of functional disorders, infectious and inflammatory complications, the rate of temporary disability, disability and mortality of victims.…”
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Catheter Injectable Multifunctional Biomaterial for the Treatment of Infected Enterocutaneous Fistulas by Jinjoo Kim, Zefu Zhang, Hassan Albadawi, Hyeongseop Keum, Joseph L. Mayer, Erin H. Graf, Rahmi Oklu

“…Here, 18NC75‐10P‐1IL is reported, which is a multi‐functional shear‐thinning hydrogel comprised of gelatin and nanosilicates for injectability, an ionic liquid for bactericidal effects, and platelet rich fibrin fraction for pro‐healing properties; this biomaterial is engineered for the treatment of ECFs. …”
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Optimization of dust suppressant preparation using agricultural and forestry waste straw through response surface methodology by Huan Zhang, Yong Xu, Lei Chen, Wenting He, Xi Wang, Yujie Fan, Fuchao Zhao, Yilang Cheng, Yingda Zhang

“…Viscosity (Y1), anti-evaporation rate (Y2) and surface tension (Y3) were determined as response values. Meanwhile, the functional relationship between the fitting factors and the response values is established by regression analysis. …”
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Odontoblasts or odontocytes, expression of stem cells markers and differentiation markers among human adult odontoblasts by Heba Alzer, Firas Alsoleihat

“…Further investigation is needed into whether dental materials could induce such dedifferentiation for functional dentin regeneration.…”
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Open Lab Starter Kit Small Laser V2–an open source Fab lab produced laser cutter by Daniele Ingrassia, Gaia Di Martino, J.C. Mariscal-Melgar, Mohammed Omer, Liane Sayuri Honda, Luisa Lange, Marc Kohlen, Manuel Moritz, Tobias Redlich

“…The documentation, encompassing repositories and assembly manuals, assumes a pivotal role within the project framework, aiming to facilitate swift reproduction and user-friendly accessibility. Functionally, the OLSK Small Laser V2 is comparable with mainstream off-the-shelf laser cutters, demonstrating proficient cutting capabilities across commonly processed materials compatible with a 40 W CO2 laser cutter, such as plywood, acrylics and Medium-Density Fiberboard (MFD), with a cutting area of 400 mm x 600 mm.…”
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Investigation of structural, electronic, optical, and photocatalytic properties of new double perovskites Cs2InSbX6 (X = F, Cl) under strain effects by S. Tariq, L.H. Omari, F. Mezzat, E.K. Hlil

“…This study employed Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations to explore how mechanical strain affects the electronic and optical properties of Cs₂InSbX₆. …”
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Portal vein thrombosis after double installation of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent (clinical observation) by M. S. Guska, A. D. Kuznetsova, B. I. Kazymov, K. F. Alekberov, Z. G. Kaziakhmedova, B. I. Yaremin

“…A liver transplant was performed; the functionality of the graft was not impaired.Conclusion. …”
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Features of mechanical jaundice course caused by complications of bile disease by V. E. Fedorov, B. S. Haritonov, V. V. Masljakov, O. E. Logvina, M. A. Naryzhnaja

“…Initially, cholestasis and cytolysis are functional, which is confirmed by biochemical tests, so these processes are labile and reversible. …”
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Antimicrobial Activity and High Anticorrosion Efficiency of Carpobrotus acinaciformis L. Extracts Against C1020 Carbon Steel Corrosion in a Hydrochloric Acid Medium by M. Khelfaoui, D. Zouied, N. Bouzenad, A. Abdennouri, I. Boussouf, M. Damous, R. N. Boucetta, F. A. Merzeg, A. Djermoune, Y. Belhocine

“…Corrosion causes significant damage to materials and equipment, prompting the search for effective inhibitors. …”
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Utilization of SiO₂ Nanoparticles in Developing Superhydrophobic Coatings for Road Construction: A Short Review by Nazerke Kydyrbay, Mergen Zhazitov, Muhammad Abdullah, Zhexenbek Toktarbay, Yerbolat Tezekbay, Tolagay Duisebayev, Olzat Toktarbaiuly

“…Furthermore, this review compares functionalization techniques for SiO₂ using different hydrophobic modifiers, evaluating their efficiency, cost effectiveness, and scalability for large-scale infrastructure. …”
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