Editorial by Teddy Surya Gunawan

“…Contributions on flexible antenna designs, mobile applications for dyslexic learners, and modified grey relational analysis further showcase how electronics and AI are increasingly embedded in daily societal functions. …”
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2bRAD-M reveals differences in microbial communities between Modic changes and disc herniation by Fang Yang, Jingtao Zhang, Junpu Zha, Guolei Zhang, Jia Li, Wei Du, Lin Liu, Jun Di

“…Enrichment for Escherichia_coli, Cupriavidus_pauculus, and Bradyrhizobium_denitrificans was observed in the Modic change group, while Afipia_broomeae, Phyllobacterium_calauticae, Tardiphaga_sp002256345, Mesorhizobium_sp004136315, Afipia_sp000497575, Burkholderia_contaminans, and Afipia_sp017474385 were more abundant in the herniated disc group. Additionally, 19 discriminatory taxa were determined by linear discriminant analysis effect size (LEfSe). …”
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Characteristics of Land Use Change and Evaluation of Ecological Sensitivity in Chongqing by XIE Xianjian, GOU Qiantao, WU Han

“…Specifically, the Coupled Spatial Distance Index Model, Spatial Autocorrelation Analysis, Geodetector Model, and Grid Coding techniques were applied to evaluate the ecological sensitivity comprehensively. …”
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Cathepsin F cysteine protease of the human liver fluke, Opisthorchis viverrini. by Porntip Pinlaor, Natthawut Kaewpitoon, Thewarach Laha, Banchob Sripa, Sasithorn Kaewkes, Maria E Morales, Victoria H Mann, Sandi K Parriott, Sutas Suttiprapa, Mark W Robinson, Joyce To, John P Dalton, Alex Loukas, Paul J Brindley

“…<h4>Methodology/principal findings</h4>Here, we describe the cDNA, gene organization, phylogenetic relationships, immunolocalization, and functional characterization of the cathepsin F cysteine protease gene, here termed Ov-cf-1, from O. viverrini. …”
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GAMIFICATION AS A MODERN TREND IN THE STUDY OF GEOGRAPHY IN GENERAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS by Vitaliy Bezugly, Victor Hrushka

“…The study primarily employed theoretical methods, including analysis, synthesis, generali- sation, and interpretation of scholarly sources on gamification in education, methods of teach- ing geography, and educational psychology. …”
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Effects of Traditional Chinese Exercise Yijinjing on Disability and Muscle Strength Among Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial by Lei Guo, Cheng Wang, Xue Bai, Yukui Tian, Mengni Shi, Min Fang, Jing Xian Li, Qingguang Zhu, Junchang Liu

“…Second, they will be randomly divided into a Yijinjing group (n=53) and a control group with functional exercises (n=53) at a ratio of 1:1. The interventions for both groups will be carried out twice a week for 4 weeks. …”
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Intravenous immunoglobulin for mortality and inflammatory status in patients with sepsis: a retrospective database study by Hayabusa Takano, Hayabusa Takano, Naoki Kanda, Naoki Kanda, Yuji Wakimoto, Hiroyuki Ohbe, Kensuke Nakamura, Kensuke Nakamura

“…We used a propensity score-matched analysis to compare outcomes between the IVIG and control groups. …”
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Single-cell RNA sequencing reveals palmitoylation-driven cellular heterogeneity and prognostic biomarkers in lung adenocarcinoma by Taibo Huang, Lijie Kou, Qianqian Zhang, Xueya Liu, Xingang Hu

“…The 12-gene model effectively categorized LUAD patients into high- and low-risk profiles, showing marked survival differences (p < 0.001) and strong performance in time-dependent ROC analysis. Patients in the high-risk group had increased tumor mutational burden and a more immunosuppressive tumor environment. …”
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Gut Microbiome and Metabolite Characteristics Associated With Different Clinical Stages in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients by Liu F, Lu X, Tang M, Chen Y, Zheng X

“…Notably, quinic acid, phthalic acid, and L-lactic acid were observed to be increased in Stage III+IV NSCLC patients.Conclusion: Compared to the analysis of a single microbial dataset, this study provides deeper functional insights by incorporating comprehensive metabolomic profiling. …”
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Insights into carbon and nitrogen footprints of large-scale intensive pig production with different feedstuffs in China by Huijun Wu, Yongxin Liu, Ling Zhang, Huimin Zhu, Weixin Fang, Wei Mei

“…Scenario 3 (S3), substituting soybean meal in the original feed with distillers dried grains with soluble (DDGS), presented a more favorable outcome with respect to carbon and nitrogen footprints as well as feed prices. …”
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Analyzing bacterial networks and interactions in skin and gills of Sparus aurata with microalgae-based additive feeding by I. M. Cerezo, E. A. Herrada, J. Fernández-Gracia, M. I. Sáez-Casado, J. A. Martos-Sitcha, M. A. Moriñigo, S. T. Tapia-Paniagua

“…The study employed bioinformatics tools to explore the taxonomic composition and interactions of the microbiota, emphasizing the integration of taxonomic analysis and abundance correlation networks as crucial for understanding microbial community dynamics and the impact of functional diets. …”
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Development of Smart pH-Sensitive Collagen-Hydroxyethylcellulose Films with Naproxen for Burn Wound Healing by Elena-Emilia Tudoroiu, Mădălina Georgiana Albu Kaya, Cristina Elena Dinu-Pîrvu, Lăcrămioara Popa, Valentina Anuța, Mădălina Ignat, Emilia Visileanu, Durmuș Alpaslan Kaya, Răzvan Mihai Prisada, Mihaela Violeta Ghica

“…In vitro degradation proved structural stability maintenance for at least one day, with more than 40% weight loss. Films presented a biphasic naproxen release profile with more than 75% of the drug released after 24 h, properly managing inflammation and pain on the first-day post-burn. …”
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從工具示能性與關係行動主體之觀點 探討偏鄉教育系統賦能策略之研究 Investigating the Construction of Empowerment Action Models in Remote Educational Systems Through the Lenses of Tool Affordance and Relational Age... by 陳佩英 Peiying Chen, 洪琴雯 Chin-Wen Hung

“…In addition to the researchers’ existing partnership with T County, the case was selected because it is a typical rural county, with more than 70% of its primary and secondary schools classified as remote area schools. …”
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Boron delivery agents in BNCT: A mini review of current developments and emerging trends by Rolemae M. Murilla, Gladys G. Edilo, Marco Laurence M. Budlayan, Eulogio S. Auxtero, Jr.

“…This review provides a comprehensive analysis of current developments in boron delivery systems, offering insights into their potential to transform BNCT into a more effective and accessible cancer therapy.…”
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Central (Hemodynamic) and Peripheral (Autonomic) Synergy During Persuasion Within a Shared Decision-Making Process by Laura Angioletti, Carlotta Acconito, Federica Saquella, Michela Balconi

“…Compared with single-subject approaches, dyadic analyses offer a more accurate understanding of the interpersonal nature of persuasion dynamics during decision-making.…”
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Between principles and pragmatism – primary healthcare and social services professionals’ experiences and perceptions of self-care for older adults with home care: a qualitative st... by Ing-Mari Dohrn, Åsa von Berens, Christina B. Olsson, Elisabeth Rydwik, Elin Jakobsson, Lina Palmlöf

“…Comprehensible guidelines and functioning communication channels must be established so that all important perspectives can be heard, not least the patient’s.…”
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Non-melanoma skin cancer: A study on the epidemiological profile and flow at HC-UFMG by Nathan Joseph Silva Godinho, Matheus Eduardo Soares Pinhati, Hernan Henrique de Queiroz Soares, Gustavo Moreira Costa de Souza

“…Although they do not represent a high risk of mortality, these neoplasms have a significant impact on public health, causing aesthetic and functional damage, especially in areas constantly exposed to the sun, such as the head, neck, and face. …”
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Mechanical, surface, and thermal properties of gelatin-collagen blend films with potential application to biodegradable packaging by María Emilia Latorre, Pablo D. Ravazzoli, Diego E. Velazquez

“…These findings suggest that gelatin-collagen blend films could offer promising functional properties for sustainable food packaging. …”
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Abiotic Stress Reorganizes Rhizosphere and Endosphere Network Structure of Sorghum bicolor by Elle M. Barnes, Kyle Hartman, Dawn Chiniquy, Wenting Zhao, Peng Liu, Cody Creech, Daniel P. Schachtman, Susannah G. Tringe

“…This is important because network changes can indicate impacts on the functionality and stability of microbial communities. …”
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Acaricide Resistance Monitoring and Structural Insights for Precision <i>Tetranychus urticae</i> Management by Said Kewedar, Qi-Ren Chen, Timothy W. Moural, Carah Lo, Elsie Umbel, Peter J. Forrence, Douglas B. Walsh, Fang Zhu

“…The G132A in <i>Tucytb</i> was identified in 68.75% of hop and 40% of mint TSSM populations, while the I1017F in <i>TuCHS 1</i> was found in 94% of hop and 100% of mint populations. Structural analysis revealed key interactions between acaricides and target proteins in both wild-type and mutant variants, providing novel insights into the functional impacts of these mutations. …”
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