Efficient spectral data reduction for accurate iodine quantification in multi-energy CT by Olivia F. Sandvold, Roland Proksa, Heiner Daerr, Amy E. Perkins, Kevin M. Brown, Thomas Koehler, Ravindra M. Manjeshwar, Peter B. Noël

“…Abstract This study proposes a spectral data reduction method for multi-channel computed tomography (CT) that optimizes material decomposition accuracy while minimizing data complexity. …”
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Multi-Focused Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse Modulation of Murine Hepatic Xenografts Enhances Nanoscale DOX@Lip Delivery and Therapeutic Effect by Wu S, Wang C

“…There was no significant difference in cell apoptosis rates of Huh7 cells between DOX@Lip and DOX@Lip+MF-ARFI. …”
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The Сontent of Some Humoral and Metabolic Vasoactive Factors in the Blood of the Cirrhotic Patients and Their Dependence on the Hepatopulmonary Syndrome Severity Degree by Abrahamovych M., Tolopko S., Fayura O.

“…The attempts of the different scientists to diagnose and describe dangerous pulmonary complications of chronic liver diseases were more than 100 years ago. …”
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High-LET Proton Irradiation Significantly Alters the Clonogenic and Tumorigenic Potential of Human Breast Cancer Cell Lines In Vitro and In Vivo by Margarita Pustovalova, Rita Mohammad, Yuzhe Wang, Wenyu Xue, Philipp Malakhov, Viktor Nekrasov, Elizaveta Kontareva, Zain Nofal, Vyacheslav Saburov, Dmitry Kolesov, Andreyan Osipov, Sergey Leonov

“…This study aimed to explore the effects of PBI on two BC cell lines, MCF7 and MDA-MB-231. Methods: The relative biological effectiveness (RBE) of PBI was assessed using a clonogenic assay. …”
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Large Language Model–Assisted Risk-of-Bias Assessment in Randomized Controlled Trials Using the Revised Risk-of-Bias Tool: Usability Study by Jiajie Huang, Honghao Lai, Weilong Zhao, Danni Xia, Chunyang Bai, Mingyao Sun, Jianing Liu, Jiayi Liu, Bei Pan, Jinhui Tian, Long Ge

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to evaluate the accuracy of LLMs in RoB2 assessments to explore their potential as research assistants for bias evaluation. MethodsWe systematically searched the Cochrane Library (through October 2023) for reviews using RoB2, categorized by interest in adhering or assignment. …”
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ORAL MANIFESTATIONS OF VIRAL INFECTIONS IN CHILDREN by N.V. Yanko, L.F. Kaskova, I.Yu. Vashchenko, S.Ch. Novikova, O.S. Pavlenkova

“…Biopsy, examination of antibodies to the virus in the blood or polymeraze-chain reaction to the virus in the bioptate or blood are performed in case of diagnostic difficulties. Laboratory methods had to use more widely for the diagnostics of recurrent or unclear lesions of the oral mucosa in children. …”
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Development of a Machine Learning–Based Predictive Model for Postoperative Delirium in Older Adult Intensive Care Unit Patients: Retrospective Study by Houfeng Li, Qinglai Zang, Qi Li, Yanchen Lin, Jintao Duan, Jing Huang, Huixiu Hu, Ying Zhang, Dengyun Xia, Miao Zhou

“…ObjectiveWe aimed to construct and validate a predictive model for postoperative delirium state in older ICU patients, providing timely and effective early identification of high-risk individuals and assisting clinicians in decision-making. MethodsThe data from patients admitted to the ICU for over 24 hours were extracted from the Medical Information Marketplace for Intensive Care IV (MIMIC-IV) database and the eICU Collaborative Research Database (eICU-CRD). …”
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Development of an evaluation index system for inappropriate hospital admissions after colorectal cancer surgery in the context of enhanced recovery after surgery by Jianan Sun, Qing Zhang, Jingyu Ma, Dongxue Wang, Luyao Zhang, Liang He, Xuan Sun, Yuchen Guo, Yinquan Zhao, Yanpeng Xing, Haiyan Hu, Quan Wang

“…This system aims to guide early and safe discharge of colorectal cancer patients postoperatively, effectively reduce hospitalisation costs, and promote rational conservation of medical resources. Methods Under the guidance of AEP framework, an initial draft of the evaluation index system for ineffective hospital days following colorectal cancer surgery in the context of ERAS was first constructed through a literature review and in-depth discussions among the research team. …”
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Conservation of Verbascum sinaiticum Benth using innovative tissue culture technique and DNA barcoding by Mohamed Abdel-Shakur Ali, Nora Rabee Gowda, Mai A. Allam, Sayed A. Fayed

“…We have devised flexible methods for large-scale micropropagation that offer a sustainable and quick production strategy, even in the face of resource constraints. …”
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Irrigation frequency and irrigation amount of micro-sprinkler irrigation mulched regulate N2O emission of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) soil by Haijian Yang, Mingzhi Zhang, Wenqian Wu, Na Xiao, Mengmeng Sun, Yuan Li

“…IntroductionThere is a limited amount of research available on how changes in soil hydrothermal cycles impact soil N2O emissions in greenhouses that use a tomato irrigation system with micro-sprinkler irrigation mulched (MSM).MethodsThis study examined the effects of different irrigation frequency (F, F1 which is every 3 days, F2 which is every 5 days, F3 which is every 7 days) and irrigation amount (I, I1 which is 0.7 Epan, I2 which is 1.0 Epan, I3 which is 1.2 Epan) on soil N2O emissions in tomato cultivation. …”
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Mejoramiento de procesos constructivos a partir de un módulo programable para captura de imágenes y simulación digital Improvement of constructive processes based on a programmable... by Adriana Gómez Cabrera, Juan Diego Echeverry Hoyos, María Ximena Giraldo Palma, Camilo Otálora Sanchez, Martha Lucía Cano Morales

“…<br>Civil projects executors are constantly dealing with the challenge of increasing productivity through resources optimization and their interaction; this has been addressed from different points of view using computational tools and manual tools. …”
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Cone-beam CT measurement of root canal diameter and taper for mandibular first molar by LI Wenmiao, XING Li, PAN Yingyu, HUANG Ying, YANG Guofang, LIU Deda

“…Objective·To analyze the root canal diameter and taper of mandibular first molars using cone-beam CT (CBCT), investigate age-related changes in these parameters, and propose optimized clinical protocols for root canal preparation.Methods·From October 2022 to October 2023, CBCT images of 240 healthy mandibular first molars (120 three-canal type cases and 120 four-canal type cases) were collected from patients aged 20‒59 years at the Stomatology Center, Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine. …”
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Assessing Mental Illness Referral Request Acceptance: A Nationwide E-Referral Data From Saudi Arabia by Alharbi AA, Aljerian NA, Alghamdi HA, Binhotan MS, Alsultan AK, Arafat MS, Aldhabib A, Aloqayli AI, Alwahbi EB, Horner RD

“…This study examined SMARC’s effectiveness in facilitating mental health service access by analyzing patient transfer acceptance rates between healthcare facilities and identifying factors influencing these rates.Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed 9722 mental health electronic referrals within SMARC from January 2020 to December 2021. …”
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Balance of CD4⁺IFNγ+ and CD4⁺CD25^hiT cells as early predictor of a 3-month outcome in ischemic stroke patients by S. A. Morozov, M. A. Tikhonova, N. V. Pronkina, A. A. Shtobbe, O. Yu. Leplina, E. Ya. Shevela, A. A. Ostanin, E. R. Chernykh

“…Early prediction for ischemic stroke (IS) outcome is a major challenge since it may help to optimize treatment program and  to make  it more  personalized. …”
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Antagonistic effects of Bacillus species against bacterial multi-drug resistant (MDR) food-borne pathogens and aflatoxigenic fungi by Temilade Ozabor, Deborah Falomo, Elizabeth Taiwo, Oyindamola Alabi, Precious Adediran, Femi Ayoade, Ilesanmi Fadahunsi, Janet Olaitan

“…Morphological and biochemical characterizations were done using standard methods.  Production of cell-free metabolites, agar well diffusion, optimization of Bacillus growth rates, and enzymatic assays were also carried out using standard techniques, while aflatoxin quantification and qualification were done using high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HP-TLC).  …”
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“Agent – Environment” Evolution Mechanism of Greenbelt from the Perspective of Complex Adaptive System: A Case Study of Beijing’s Greenbelts by Song LIU, Peiyu SHEN, Dizi LIU, Zhaocheng BAI

“…This research takes Beijing’s greenbelts (the first greenbelt and the second greenbelt) as an example to, according to the “bottom-up” research paradigm of complex adaptive system theory (CAS), depict the adaptation process of multiple agents to promote the evolution of the greenbelt system, and explore the evolution mechanism of greenbelt, so as to seek targeted solutions to optimize greenbelt planning and promote the implementation of greenbelt policies.MethodsBased on the theory of complex adaptive system, the characteristics of the greenbelt system are analyzed from the perspectives of basic characteristics, structural composition and adaptive mechanism. …”
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Research progress on alkaline earth aluminates for dispenser cathodes by Zichen LI, Yunfei YANG, Yongfeng CAI, Zheng LIU, Junhao SUN, Hongmei LIU, Wenyuan ZHOU, Shizhong WEI, Jinshu WANG

“…Data on the structure of various impregnants and the phase diagrams of binary and ternary alkaline earth metal aluminates clarify the contribution of different impregnants to cathode performance. Finally, an outlook on the development of alkaline earth aluminates for dispenser cathodes is presented, including crystal structure analysis, stability adjustments, and preparation process optimization.…”
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Dynamic Migration Pattern of Groundwater and Deformation Mechanism in Cataclastic Bedding Rock Landslides: A Case Study of Muyubao Landslide in Three Gorges Reservoir Area by DENG Mao-lin, LIANG Zhi-kang, WANG Guo-fa, WANG Biao, ZHOU Lu-lu, WAN Hang, PENG Xu, SU Peng-min, ZHU Xiao-han

“…This paper attempts to establish an interaction model linking rainfall, reservoir water, and groundwater with groundwater as the main triggering factor of landslide deformation, and to further reveal the dynamic migration patterns of groundwater under the coupled effects of reservoir water level fluctuations and rainfall. [Methods] The study took the Muyubao Landslide, a cataclastic bedding landslide in the Three Gorges Reservoir area, as a case study. …”
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Effects of Regulated Deficit Irrigation on Leaf Nutrients, Enzyme Activities, and Root Zone Soil Nutrients during Fruit Expansion and Coloration-Sugar Accumulation Stages of Citrus... by ZHONG Yun, HUANG Zhikun, ZHU Shijiang, HAO Kun, ZHU Zirong, ZHANG Wei, CHEN Hongde

“…［Objective］ This study investigated the effects of regulated deficit irrigation on leaf nutrient levels (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium), enzyme activities (superoxide dismutase, peroxidase, and catalase), and root-zone soil nutrients (nitrate-nitrogen, available phosphorus, and available potassium) during the fruit expansion (Ⅲ) and coloration-sugar accumulation stages (Ⅳ) of citrus in western Hubei Province. ［Methods］ Six-year-old“Ehime 28” citrus trees in the western Hubei region were selected as the research subjects. …”
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Relationship between quantitative analysis parameters of DCE-MRI and microangiogenesis in rectal cancer by SONG Dan, CHAI Yaxin, GE Yanping

“…Methods: A total of 348 patients with rectal cancer who were scheduled for surgical treatment in Xinxiang Central Hospital from January 2021 to June 2024 were selected, and rectal cancer tissue specimens and adjacent tissues (&gt; 5 cm away from tumor margin) were collected. …”
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