Evaluating the impact of polycythemia vera on retinal and optic nerve head microvascularity: An OCTA study by Meryem Feyza Cicek, Turker Oba, Abdullah Ağın, Mesut Ayer, Feyza Onder

“…Peripapillary VD was examined across eight sectors, whereas parameters including RNFL, GCC, and macular VD were analyzed in four quadrants. …”
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Sustainable extraction of bioproducts from cactus pear waste: Economic viability and market opportunities in a green economy by Giuseppe Timpanaro, Vera Teresa Foti

“…The focus is on employing green extraction technologies, such as microwave-assisted methods, to produce valuable compounds like seed oil, pectin, and bioactive substances for use in the cosmetic, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries. …”
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The Role of Mechatronics in Advancing Home Economics and Hospitality: Implications for Technological and Economic Development by Ngozi A. Alio, Ikechukwu J. Ogbonna, Chinyere K. Ugwuoke, Ikechukwu E. Mamah

“…The research highlighted the increasing importance and impact of mechatronics across various sectors, including robotics, home automation, hospitality systems, healthcare, and energy. …”
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Macular Microvasculature Is Different in Patients with Primary Sjögren’s Disease Compared to Healthy Controls by Gyde Tadsen, Nadine Zehrfeld, Laura Hoffmann, Marten Gehlhaar, Bettina Hohberger, Christian Mardin, Torsten Witte, Carsten Framme, Diana Ernst, Katerina Hufendiek

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: This study investigates the macular microvasculature in a large cohort of primary Sjögren’s disease (SjD) patients using optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), focusing on how disease duration, activity, and hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) treatment influence retinal microcirculation. <b>Methods:</b> A total of 106 eyes (53 SjD patients) and 70 eyes (35 age- and gender-matched healthy controls (HCs)) were examined. …”
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Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using <i>Paullinia cupana</i> Kunth Leaf Extract Collected in Different Seasons: Biological Studies and Catalytic Properties by Alan Kelbis Oliveira Lima, Ítalo Rennan Sousa Vieira, Lucas Marcelino dos Santos Souza, Isadora Florêncio, Ingrid Gracielle Martins da Silva, Alberto Gomes Tavares Junior, Yasmin Alves Aires Machado, Lucas Carvalho dos Santos, Paulo Sérgio Taube, Gerson Nakazato, Laila Salmen Espindola, Lorena Carneiro Albernaz, Klinger Antônio da França Rodrigues, Marlus Chorilli, Hugo de Campos Braga, Dayane Batista Tada, Sônia Nair Báo, Luís Alexandre Muehlmann, Mônica Pereira Garcia

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> Thus, our results support the potential of seasonal extracts of guarana leaves to produce AgNPs with diverse application possibilities for the health, industrial, and environmental sectors.…”
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Impacts of multisectoral cash plus programs after four years in an urban informal settlement: Adolescent Girls Initiative-Kenya (AGI-K) randomized trial. by Beth Kangwana, Karen Austrian, Erica Soler-Hampejsek, Nicole Maddox, Rachel J Sapire, Yohannes Dibaba Wado, Benta Abuya, Eva Muluve, Faith Mbushi, Joy Koech, John A Maluccio

“…This study examines the longer-term impact of a two-year (2015-17) multisectoral program on early sexual debut and fertility in an urban informal settlement in Kenya.<h4>Methods</h4>The study used a randomized trial design, longitudinally following 2,075 girls 11-14 years old in 2015 until 2019. …”
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