The correlation of sleep disorders with postoperative outcomes in spine surgery: A narrative review by Joseph E. Nassar, BS, Manjot Singh, BS, Ashley Knebel, BA, Mohmmad Daher, BS, Daniel Alsoof, MBBS, Bassel G. Diebo, MD, Alan H. Daniels, MD

“…Results: Sleep disorders contribute to systemic inflammation, impaired tissue repair and hormonal dysregulation, adversely affecting spinal health and recovery. …”
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Effect of daytime and nighttime on helicopter pilot’s gaze behavior: a preliminary study in real flight conditions by Chenyang Zhang, Jin He, Chuang Liu, Wenbing Zhu, Shihan Luo, Chaozhe Jiang

“…The findings from this study serve as a reference for optimizing helicopter pilot training systems, improving pilot performance during nighttime flights, and ensuring flight safety on helicopters. …”
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Curcumin and neuroplasticity: epigenetic mechanisms underlying cognitive enhancement in aging and neurodegenerative disorders by Hao Jiao, Xiuying Wang, Dahui Zhang, Shengxue Zhou, Feng Gao

“…Future research should focus on optimizing delivery systems and exploring combination therapies to enhance curcumin’s neuroprotective benefits. …”
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Graphene-based metasurface: dynamic optical control in ultrathin flat optics by Baek Soojeong, Son Hyeji, Park Hyunwoo, Park Hyeongi, Lee Jaeyeong, Jeong Sodam, Shim Jae-Eon, Park Jagang, Kim Teun-Teun

“…Finally, we explore the transformative prospects of non-Hermitian physics and inverse design strategies as novel frameworks for optimizing metasurface configurations. By synergizing graphene’s intrinsic tunability with innovative design methodologies, graphene-based metasurfaces hold immense potential to bridge the gap between fundamental science and real-world applications, defining a new frontier in next-generation photonic technologies.…”
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Exploring the Effectiveness of AI Course Assistants on the Student Learning Experience by George Hanshaw, Joanna Vance, Craig Brewer

“…Further research is recommended to explore the long-term effects of AI course assistants and their interaction with other support mechanisms to optimize student outcomes and address equity gaps in online education. …”
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Current Research Trends and Hotspots in Radiotherapy Combined with Nanomaterials for Cancer Treatment: A Bibliometric and Visualization Analysis by Muyasha Abulimiti, Shiqin Dai, Ebara Mitsuhiro, Yu Sugawara, Yinuo Li, Hideyuki Sakurai, Yoshitaka Matsumoto

“…Future investigations are expected to improve the precision of radiotherapy, augment radiation effects, and optimize the tumor microenvironment.…”
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Development and Production of High-Oleic Palm Oil Alternative by Fermentation of Microalgae by Leon Parker, Kevin Ward, Thomas Pilarski, James Price, Paul Derkach, Mona Correa, Roberta Miller, Veronica Benites, Dino Athanasiadis, Bryce Doherty, Lucy Edy, Gawharah Alnozaili, Nina Reyes, Jon Wittenberg, Gener Eliares, Frédéric Destaillats, Walter Rakitsky, Scott Franklin

“…In this study, a <i>Prototheca moriformis</i> microalgae strain was optimized via classical strain improvement techniques to produce a high-oleic palm oil with fatty acid and triacylglycerol (TAG) profiles similar to those of conventional high-oleic palm oil. …”
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Regulation on microstructure and thermo-physical properties of hypereutectic Al–10Ni alloy by Controlled Diffusion Solidification and Sm modification by Liling Mo, Linbo Chen, Yueming Zhou, Nianqing Fu, Meiyan Zhan, Jun Du

“…The CDS processed alloy exhibits homogeneous microstructure and optimized thermo-physical properties render it ideal for advanced thermal management systems.…”
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The Role of Physical Examination and Clinical Scores in Distinguishing Streptococcal Colonization from Pharyngitis in Pediatric Patients: Insights from a Common Clinical Scenario by Victor Daniel Miron, Doina Anca Pleșca, Anuța Bilașco, Claudiu Filimon, Sigrid Covaci, Anca Cristina Drăgănescu

“…This work aims to highlight the key strategies necessary for optimizing the diagnostic and therapeutic management of pediatric pharyngitis. …”
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Oxidative Stress and Cataract Formation: Evaluating the Efficacy of Antioxidant Therapies by Merve Kulbay, Kevin Y. Wu, Gurleen K. Nirwal, Paul Bélanger, Simon D. Tran

“…Concluding with a critical analysis of current research, the review offers evidence-based recommendations for optimizing antioxidant therapies. The current literature on the use of antioxidant therapies to prevent cataract formation is sparse. …”
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DAG-based swarm learning: A secure asynchronous learning framework for Internet of Vehicles by Xiaoge Huang, Hongbo Yin, Qianbin Chen, Yu Zeng, Jianfeng Yao

“…To provide diversified services in the intelligent transportation systems, smart vehicles will generate unprecedented amounts of data every day. …”
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Multifaceted applications of dye-saturated biochar: Agronomic amelioration, thermochemical valorization, and catalytic efficacy in advanced environmental remediation paradigms by Sandra Ramachandran, Anshuman Gupta, Neelaambhigai Mayilswamy, Amrita Nighojkar, Balasubramanian Kandasubramanian

“…The review identifies key limitations, such as feedstock variability, competing ions in wastewater, and energy-intensive production processes, and proposes strategies for optimizing biochar synthesis and functionalization. …”
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Adaptive agroforestry—mitigating climate change impacts by farmers’ perception in different climate conditions in Iran by Sajad Ghanbari, Mostafa Jafari, Javad Ghasemi, Ivan L. Eastin, Pedro Álvarez-Álvarez, Samira Sasanifar, Mohsen Azizi, Leila Eskandari

“…Sustainable land-use systems, such as agroforestry, have emerged as adaptive solutions to climate change. …”
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Impact of photovoltaic ingress on the performance and stability of low voltage Grid-Connected Microgrids by Asif Gulraiz, Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi, Maria Ashraf, Majid Ali, Abderezak Lashab, Josep M. Guerrero, Baseem Khan

“…Rooftop photovoltaic systems, especially, have gained prominence because of their versatility and affordability, allowing consumers to generate electricity. …”
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Antibacterial potential and chromatographic profiling of bioactive compounds from endophytic Streptomyces sp. strain MIRK71 isolated from Mirabilis jalapa (L.) by Lalrokimi, Purbajyoti Deka, William Carrie, Lallawmsangi, Christine Vanlalbiakdiki Sailo, Lalrosangpuii, Felicia Lalremruati, Awmpuizeli Fanai, Yasangam Umbon, Esther Lalnunmawii, Zothanpuia

“…Further profiling was conducted using high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) with three optimized solvent systems: ethyl acetate:methanol:water (20:3:2) for glycosides (SS1), cyclohexane:ethyl acetate:formic acid (4:6:1) for phenols (SS2), and toluene:ethyl acetate:methanol:acetic acid (3:5:1:0.5) for anthracenes (SS3). …”
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Perspectives of RNAi, CUADb and CRISPR/Cas as Innovative Antisense Technologies for Insect Pest Control: From Discovery to Practice by Hemant Kumar, Nikita Gal’chinsky, Verma Sweta, Nikita Negi, Roman Filatov, Anamika Chandel, Jamin Ali, Vol Oberemok, Kate Laikova

“…Rather than serving as universal solutions, each technology is likely to be optimally effective against specific pest groups. Moreover, these technologies allow for rapid adaptation of control strategies to overcome target-site resistance, ensuring long-term efficacy. …”
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Softening of Vibrational Modes and Anharmonicity Induced Thermal Conductivity Reduction in a‐Si:H at High Temperatures by Zhuo Chen, Yuejin Yuan, Yanzhou Wang, Penghua Ying, Shouhang Li, Cheng Shao, Wenyang Ding, Gang Zhang, Meng An

“…A comprehensive understanding of thermal transport mechanism in a‐Si:H is essential for optimizing thermal management and ensuring the reliable operation of these devices. …”
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Non-typhoidal Salmonella in Nigeria: do outcomes of ‘multisectoral’ surveillance, treatment and control justify the intervention costs? by Abdullahi O. Sanni, Abdurrahman H. Jibril, Olubunmi G. Fasanmi, Oluwawemimo O. Adebowale, Alexander R. Jambalang, Aminu Shittu, Annelize Jonker, Latifah O. Abdulkarim, Folorunso O. Fasina

“…To determine whether investment in NTS control is economically justifiable, Outbreak Costing Tool (OCT) was used to estimate the robust funding of public and animal health systems for epidemio-surveillance and control of multisectoral NTS outbreaks in Nigeria. …”
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Leveraging AI for early cholera detection and response: transforming public health surveillance in Nigeria by Adamu Muhammad Ibrahim, Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed, Shuaibu Saidu Musa, Usman Abubakar Haruna, Mohammed Raihanatu Hamid, Olalekan John Okesanya, Aishat Muhammad Saleh, Don Eliso Lucero-Prisno III

“…Current surveillance systems and diagnostic methods are limited by infrastructural gaps, insufficient skilled personnel, and inadequate reporting, leading to delays in outbreak detection and response. …”
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Enhanced Optoelectronic Response of TiO₂ Photodetector Sensitized via CuInSe₂ Quantum Dots by Yanxu Zhang, Kexin Yu, Jin Zhao, Shuaiqi Xu, Mengqi Lv, Qiuling Zhao, Xue Du, Maorong Wang, Xia Wang

“…Colloidal copper-based chalcogenide quantum dots (QDs), particularly lead-free CuInSe₂ systems, have emerged as promising photosensitizers for optoelectronic de-vices due to their high extinction coefficients and solution processability. …”
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