Assessing the Coordination Development Level of Agricultural Economy and Ecology in China: Regional Disparities, Dynamics, and Barriers by Lei Zhan, Xiaoying Huang, Zihao Xu, Zhigang Huang

“…Third, development exhibits a “club convergence” pattern, where upward transitions are difficult and downward mobility is a risk. …”
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Adapting to climate change: lessons from Chile’s coastal communities by Jessica Parra, Magdalena Jensen

“…This study used semi-structured interviews and historical reconstruction to reveal a socio-economic and environmental narrative that was influenced by significant events and transitions. …”
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Social determinants of the healthcare needs of undocumented migrants living with non-communicable diseases: a scoping review by Claudine Burton-Jeangros, Yves Jackson, Janeth Tenorio-Mucha, Corinne Jeffries-Tolksdorf, Jan-Erik Refle

“…We included articles published in English, Spanish, or French between 2000 to 2022.Data extraction and synthesis The data were structured according to the Commission on Social Determinants of Health framework, differentiated along the migration journey (country of origin, transit, departure and integration, and country of destination). …”
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Circular economy: A sustainable model for waste reduction and wealth creation in the textile supply chain by Anik Kumar Das, Md. Farhad Hossain, Borhan Uddin Khan, Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, M. A. Z. Asad, Mahmuda Akter

“…This article explores how transitioning to a CE model could mitigate the industry's environmental damage while influencing economic growth. …”
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Mode Choice between Private and Public Transport in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Onn Chiu Chuen, Mohamed Rehan Karim, Sumiani Yusoff

“…Under the National Key Economic Area, the priority aimed to stimulate the increase of modal share of public transport in the Klang Valley to 50% by 2020. …”
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Mathematical assessment of the role of temperature on desert locust population dynamics. by Dejen Ketema Mamo, Mathew N Kinyanjui, Nourridine Siewe

“…Numerical simulations demonstrate the significant impact of temperature on population growth, with optimal conditions promoting rapid development and increased survival, while extreme temperatures can hinder population growth and trigger phase transitions. By providing a deeper understanding of temperature-driven population shifts, this model enhances the ability to predict locust outbreaks, optimize control strategies, and reduce the socio-economic and ecological impacts of locust invasions.…”
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Patterns of innovation networks formation in a closed-cycle economy by A. I. Shinkevich, F. F. Galimulina, S. A. Bashkirtseva

“…Based on the proposed author’s methodology, a matrix of positioning territories according to the degree of interconnection of innovation networks and closed-cycle economic indicators is constructed, 4 development trajectories are identified. …”
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Charismatic Leadership in the Middle East and North Africa in the 21 st Century: Regional Specifics and Prospects for the Evolution of the Phenomenon by N. Yu. Surkov

“…On the regional scale it will bring relative stability to international relations (at least among the Arab states) while at domestic level the pressure of unresolved political, economic and social problems will be mounting resulting in a new wave of revolutions and instability in the midterm.…”
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Exploring volatility transmission in Capesize freight contracts: Insights from energy and commodity markets. by Jackson Jinhong Mi, Shek Ahmed, Yanhui Chen

“…These findings offer valuable insights for stakeholders seeking to manage risks amidst economic and geopolitical uncertainties.…”
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Can voluntary adult education reduce unemployment? Causal evidence from East Germany after reunification by Li Kathrin Kaja Rupieper, Stephan L. Thomsen

“…Abstract After the German reunification in 1990, East Germany transitioned from a centrally planned economic system to a market economy. …”
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In Vitro Antibacterial Activity and Mode of Action of Piper betle Extracts against Soft Rot Disease-Causing Bacteria by Punyisa Charirak, Rapeepun Prajantasan, Kantapon Premprayoon, Nikom Srikacha, Khakhanang Ratananikom

“…Soft rot disease affects a range of crops in the field and also during transit and storage, resulting in significant yield losses and negative economic impacts. …”
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Photothermal Synergistic Hydrogen Production via a Fly‐Ash‐made Interfacial Vaporific System by Yin Xie, Chenyu Xu, Yan Liu, Entao Zhang, Ziying Chen, Xiaopeng Zhan, Guangyu Deng, Yuan Gao, Yanwei Zhang

“…Abstract Employing UV–vis spectrum for hydrogen generation and vis‐IR spectrum to elevate reaction temperatures and induce phase transitions effectively enhances yield and purifies water, demonstrating a judicious strategy for solar energy utilization. …”
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(Re)constructing Homelands Between Precarity and Intentionality: Syrian Armenians in Armenia by Sossie Kasbarian

“…In mapping these multidirectional movements, it is apparent that Syrian Armenians’ encounter with Armenia is a process of continuous negotiation—Armenia is alternately a site of refuge, a historic or potential homeland, and a temporary transit. While previous studies have acknowledged the economic, social, and political challenges of settling in Armenia, the 2020 war in Artsakh/Nagorno Karabakh and its continuing reverberations at both the local and the wider geopolitical levels add a layer of critical precarity that is qualitatively different. …”
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ENERGY DIPLOMACY OF TURKEY by V. Ozdemir, I. A. Guliyev

“…The authors describe the interaction betweeen Russia and Turkey in the energy sector, including geo-economic interests of the countries in the Russian-Turkish gas dialogue. …”
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Driving sustainability in the automotive industry: bio-coated materials and modern strategies by Daniel Mendanha, Denise Carvalho, Mário Silva, Sofia Silva, Pedro Ferreira, Raquel Rodrigues, Carla J. Silva, Cristina Oliveira, Rita Marques

“…In response, the sector is gradually transitioning toward a more sustainable approach in the selection of materials. …”
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The Challenges of Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Summary of a Summit on Patient and Healthcare Provider Perspectives by Judith Bray, Aida Fernandes, Geoffrey C. Nguyen, Anthony R. Otley, Joan Heatherington, Jennifer Stretton, Natasha Bollegala, Eric I. Benchimol

“…Canada has one of the highest rates of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and the disease represents a significant health, social, and economic burden. There is currently no cure for IBD, although earlier diagnosis and new therapies have improved the overall health outcomes and quality of life for patients. …”
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EVOLUTION OF STATE FAMILY POLICY IN RUSSIA FROM SOVIET TIMES TO THE PRESENT by A. V. Noskova

“…On the other hand, the state activity concerning a family itself caused transitions in the family institute. We show how various measures of soviet and post-soviet family policies and public interventions in family life have influenced on the family relations.…”
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Correlation analysis between disease mortality and public transportation coverage: The case of Taiwan by Wei-Ting Chen, Chung-Yu Chen

“…The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) have listed the inconvenience of traveling between healthcare facilities and households as one of the causes of health inequalities. …”
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The saprotrophic Pleurotus ostreatus species complex: late Eocene origin in East Asia, multiple dispersal, and complex speciation by Jing Li, Li-Hong Han, Xiao-Bin Liu, Zhi-Wei Zhao, Zhu L. Yang

“…Abstract The Pleurotus ostreatus species complex is saprotrophic and of significant economic and ecological importance. However, species delimitation has long been problematic because of phenotypic plasticity and morphological stasis. …”
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Spatial autocorrelation analysis of non-communicable diseases: Unveiling hidden patterns and hotspots of hypertension in the Yogyakarta Special Region by Lusiana Vivi, Arif Fahrudin Alfana Muhammad

“…The increasing impact of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), especially hypertension, on global mortality has prompted increased scrutiny, with NCDs disproportionately contributing to epidemiological transitions and economic challenges, especially in low- and middle-income countries in Southeast Asia. …”
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