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The long-term viscoelastic behaviour of epoxy matrices in Carbon Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) tendons can lead to creep strains which must be accurately quantified to improve the current necessarily conservative design guidelines for bridge applic...

A compact and high-sensitivity carbon monoxide (CO) detection system based on multi-pass cell enhanced light-induced thermoelastic spectroscopy (MPC-LITES) was developed for real-time monitoring. A 2.3 μm distributed feedback (DFB) diode laser tar...

Background: The introduction of the “trace” category in the Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra assay has significantly improved the sensitivity of molecular tuberculosis diagnostics. While it enhances sensitivity, especially in paucibacillary and extrap...

Granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) has emerged as a key cytokine in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease distinguished by synovial inflammation and progressive joint destruction. GM-CSF orchestrates t...

The transnationalism phenomenon is at the forefront of today’s globalized world. This ethnographic self-reconstruction recounts a personal story as a transnational. I reflect on my engagement in continuous transnational migration practices, and...

This study introduces a simple, sensitive, efficient, and low-cost gas detection method in the terahertz range. A mode-adjustable Fabry–Pérot cavity is proposed to enhance detection by tuning the cavity length to match the cavity’s...

The contents of total polyphenols, flavonoids, phenolic acids, anthocyanins, and carotenoids were determined using spectrophotometric and chromatographic methods, alongside antioxidant activity: 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), Ferric Reducing A...

Ticks use multiple sensory organs to facilitate host detection, including Haller’s organs (HOs) that allow ticks to sense infrared (IR) radiation from potential hosts. Additionally, ticks have primitive eyes to sense light sources. The possibil...

A novel reduced-component multilevel inverter (MLI) topology is presented to overcome the limitations of conventional multilevel inverters, such as high switching losses, complex modulation, and excessive semiconductor usage. The proposed triple-sour...

Ti-Zr alloys are widely used in medical implants owing to their excellent biocompatibility. However, conventional alloying strategies to improve their performance often increase costs or introduce toxic elements. In this study, oxygen (O), a lightwei...

Background: Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection is a major driver of morbidity and mortality in cystic fibrosis (CF), yet disease severity varies widely among people with CF (pwCF). This clinical heterogeneity suggests the involvement of host genet...

Currently, information remains limited regarding how controlled gelatinization alters structure and functional properties of rice starch intended for rice noodle-making. The objective of this research is to understand the effect of partial gelatiniza...

Background/Objectives: Toolmark analysis on cartridge cases offers critical insights in forensic ballistics, as the impressions left on cartridge cases by firearm components—such as the firing pin, breech face, and annulus—carry distincti...

Cerebral aneurysm clipping remains a key surgical approach despite advancements in endovascular techniques. However, training for this procedure is complex due to the variable and fragile nature of aneurysmal tissues. This study evaluates the mechani...

We read with great interest the article titled “Evaluation of Refractive Predictive Accuracy in Intraocular Lens Power Calculations: A Comparative Study of Swept-Source Optical Coherence Tomography and Optical Low-Coherence Interferometry&rdquo...

In recent years, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a noticeable rise in demand for luxury urban hospitality services. Luxury hospitality is not solely about costly offerings; it emphasises creating authentic, personalised, and we...

This study investigates the impact of using coagulants on the removal of microplastics (MPs) from wastewater and tap water. Before the settling step, coagulants commonly used in water treatment (FeCl3 or Al2(SO4)3) were added at different concentrati...

Forest-type national nature reserves and their surrounding areas have experienced a series of drought events, which have influenced forest ecosystem stability. Assuming that drought events do not cause a shift in the ecosystem’s stable state, w...

The paper manufacturing industry faces increasing challenges in balancing operational costs with service quality under uncertain market conditions. This research presents a bi-objective credibility-based expected value model for integrated production...

Neural and synaptic models that are relatively biologically accurate are easy to use to run efficient and distributed programs. The mechanism described in this paper uses these models to develop cell assemblies with a small number of neurons that per...

This study evaluated the accuracy of heart rate (HR) measures of a commercial wearable device on tattooed skin and assessed tattoo characteristics associated with HR accuracy. Participants (n = 25) wore a chest strap HR monitor (criterion) and an arm...

Early and accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is critical for patient outcomes yet presents a significant clinical challenge. This study evaluates the effectiveness of four machine learning models—Logistic Regression, Random Fo...

The efficacy of monetary policy depends on an accurate model of bank behavior, yet the existing literature has a significant blind spot: the central role of deposit interest rate setting. This paper argues that the deposit rate is the primary arena w...

Upper limb disabilities resulting from stroke affect millions worldwide, yet current rehabilitation systems face limitations in portability, cost-effectiveness, and multi-joint integration. This study presents a cable-driven parallel exoskeleton inte...

Aims: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) represents an increasing global challenge. Mediterranean diet interventions have proven benefits, but their implementation is limited by the absence of nutritionists in many public health systems. This study...

As an irreplaceable optical ceramic material in energy, aviation, and commerce, sapphire is making a further expansion of its application boundaries. Owing to the anisotropy of sapphire, the material properties analysis in the fabrication process is...

Wildfire-induced disturbances to soil and vegetation can significantly impact streamflows for years, depending upon the degree of burn severity. Accurately predicting the effects of wildfire on streamflow at the watershed scale is essential for effec...

With the advancement of industrial technology toward high speed, heavy load, precision, and automation, traditional sliding bearing materials have been unable to meet modern industrial demands. Surface coating technology, as an efficient surface modi...

Background: Patients with acute anterior circulation large-vessel occlusion (AC-LVO) stroke frequently experience poor outcomes despite successful mechanical thrombectomy (MT). Heparin-binding protein (HBP), a neutrophil-derived mediator of inflammat...

Background: Nocardia are a group of bacteria known to cause pulmonary, cutaneous, neurologic, or disseminated diseases, usually in immunocompromised hosts. Within the Nocardia family is Nocardia transvalensis, a rarely encountered and underreported o...

The authors are issuing a corrigendum for their article [...]

Hydropower is the primary source of electricity in several countries in Latin America. Hydropower provides approximately 80% of Ecuador’s electricity; however, it remains highly vulnerable to climate change, resulting in uncertainties in power...

Lipocalin-2 (LCN2) is a 25 kDa glycoprotein that has been shown to be a multifunctional player in the metastasis of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). In physiological contexts, LCN2 exhibits bacteriostatic properties and plays key roles in iron h...

Microwave (MW) sintering offers a promising alternative to conventional heating in powder metallurgy, providing faster processing, lower energy consumption, and improved microstructural control. In the diamond tool industry—where cost-efficienc...

Deforestation and forest degradation in the Brazilian Amazon remain critical threats to ecosystem integrity and local livelihoods. Existing approaches often overlook the nuanced perspectives of different regional actors, limiting our understanding of...

Background: Implant placement after single-tooth extraction in the esthetic zone may be a challenge for clinicians. Immediate placement with immediate restoration may represent a valuable alternative in order to obtain a positive esthetic outcome. In...

Following publication, concerns were raised regarding the peer-review process related to the publication of this article [...]

This study examines the renewal of Ignatian spirituality from the Spanish school, emphasizing the contributions of General Pedro Arrupe during his eighteen-year tenure leading the Society of Jesus. Arrupe’s vision prioritized deep interior expe...

Facing the challenges of scarce annotations in forward-looking sonar image segmentation, this paper proposes a teacher–student network for unsupervised domain adaptation. The proposed model undergoes supervised learning with optical image data...

Background/Objectives: Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and advanced image pre-processing can enhance the classification of antioxidant effects applied on zebrafish intestine. This study proposes a hybrid technique that combines four deep learnin...

This study examined residents’ perceptions, preferences, and experiences of urban green spaces in four regional units of the Region of Attica—West Athens, Central Athens, South Athens, and Piraeus—demonstrating how demographic diver...

Fault diagnosis of battery energy storage systems (BESSs) in dynamic operating conditions presents significant challenges due to complex spatiotemporal patterns and measurement noise. This research proposes a novel thermal fault diagnosis framework f...

The journal retracts the article, “Mipu1 protects H9c2 myogenic cells from hydrogen peroxide-induced apoptosis through inhibition of the expression of the death receptor Fas” [...]

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disorder often triggered by prior viral infections. Although there is considerable evidence suggesting platelets act as passive bystanders during viral illnesses, they are increasingly recognised as acti...

Background: A 33-year-old pregnant woman experienced ear trauma from contact with a fish while swimming. Afterwards, the woman presented with vertigo and hearing loss. Methods: Clinical examination showed a foreign body (FB) in the middle and inner e...

Background: The consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) has increased globally, particularly in developed countries. UPFs are energy-dense and nutrient-poor, and they often contain additives that can disrupt gut flora and increase intestinal perm...

The increasing biogeochemical imbalance of nitrogen (N) heightens the importance of studying rhizosphere bacteria, which aid crop nutrient uptake, and their responses to N deficiency. The aim of the study was to assess variety-specific responses of t...

Electric Submersible Pumps (ESPs) are widely deployed in high-flowrate wells but are constrained by frequent failures and the need for rig-based interventions. This study presents the development and field validation of a rigless cable-deployed ESP (...

In light of urbanization, climate change, and the escalation of extreme weather events, flood management is becoming more and more important. Improving community resilience and reducing flood risks require prompt decision-making and effective communi...

Bacterial canker of kiwifruit, caused by Pseudomonas syringae pv. actinidiae (Psa), poses a serious threat to the global kiwifruit industry. Although flavonoids are widely recognized as natural antibacterial compounds, the transcriptional regulatory...