Effects of aging-related muscle degeneration on dynamic stability during walking: a musculoskeletal computer simulation study by Shoma Kudo, Masahiro Fujimoto, Akinori Nagano

“…These findings indicate that aging-related deficits in muscle function limit the control of dynamic stability during walking with the degeneration of maximum isometric muscle force being the most influential factor. These findings could aid in the development of an intervention program to reduce the risk of falls in older adults effectively.…”
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ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF EDIBLE FILM ENRICHED WITH FINGERED CITRON WATER EXTRACT AND PROBIOTIC by HILAL TASBASI, MELTEM ASAN-OZUSAGLAM

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A Cross-Sectional Study to Evaluate the Prevalence and Severity of Gingivitis among High School Students in Erbil City-Iraq. by Dildar Abdullah Othman, Rawand Mohammed Muhi, Nadeen Nazar Nafie, Manar Nadhum Farman

“…The data were collected with the aid of a questionnaire by direct interview. The gingival health condition was assessed using gingival index by Löe and Silness. …”
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Design and evaluation of a problem-based learning VR module for apparel fit correction training. by Aditi Galada, Fatma Baytar

“…The participants found the PBL approach, immediate feedback, and aid in visualization through garment simulations beneficial for understanding the concepts. …”
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Innovation of kwetiau with red rice and red bean flour: evaluation of nutritional value and potential fiber source for patients with diabetes mellitus by Mulus Gumilar, Gurid Pramintarto Eko Mulyo, Dila Evianda, Roro Nur Fauziyah

“…Dietary fiber can help delay carbohydrates conversion to glucose, slow the rise in blood sugar, and aid in blood sugar regulation. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of red rice flour and red bean flour formulations on the sensory characteristics, fiber content, and nutritional value of kwetiau. …”
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Help‐seeking behavior of male victims of intimate partner violence in Japan by Junko Morishita, Manabu Yasuda, Shiro Suda

“…To provide comprehensive aid to male IPV victims, consultation centers designed for men will be needed.…”
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Les alpages sentinelles by Laurent Dobremez, Baptiste Nettier, Jean-Pierre Legeard, Bruno Caraguel, Laurent Garde, Simon Vieux, Sandra Lavorel, Muriel Della-Vedova

“…Les collectifs de travail qui font fonctionner cet outil d’aide à l’analyse et à la décision sur les processus qui se nouent entre climat, milieux, pratiques pastorales et systèmes d’élevage préfigurent aussi de nouvelles formes de gouvernance des relations entre pastoralisme et territoire.…”
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Automated Morphology Detection of Nail-Fold Capillaries Through Enhanced Object Detection Network by Hang Thi Phuong Nguyen, Hieyong Jeong

“…We also utilized Slicing-Aided Hyperinference (SAHI) to enhance inference performance on untrained multi-scale images and smaller capillaries, demonstrating significant effectiveness in real-time testing scenarios. …”
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Milieux propices au Coffea canephora en Martinique by Jean-Philippe Claude

“…Les exigences édapho-climatiques du C. canephora ont alors été définies à l’aide de la littérature scientifique mondiale. Les données numériques (isohyètes, isothermes, géomorphologie) proviennent des mêmes institutions martiniquaises ayant compétences dans la production de données environnementales (IRD, IGN, Météo-France, DEAL Martinique, CTM)1. …”
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Geoelectric Evaluation of Groundwater Potential: A Case Study of Sabongida-Ora and Environs, Southern Nigeria by FI Chinyem

“…The data was interpreted using conventional partial curve matching and computer aided iteration techniques. Seven hybrid curve types were deduced viz: KHAHQH, KHKHA, KHAKQQ, QQHKH, HKHAA, QHKHA, and KQHKQ. …”
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Employing foreign caregivers: A qualitative study of the perspectives of older stroke survivors. by Yen-Nung Lin, Yosika Septi Mauludina, Beth E Fields, Tsan-Hon Liou, Yu Su, Han-Ting Tsai, Feng-Hang Chang

“…Thematic analysis was applied to transcribed data, with reflective memos aiding in meaning derivation. Methodological rigor was ensured through member checking, triangulation, and auditing.…”
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Integrated TWAS, GWAS, and RNAseq results identify candidate genes associated with reproductive traits in cows by Sevda Hosseinzadeh, Seyed Abbas Rafat, Lingzhao Fang

“…Since reproductive traits are complex and have low heritability, genetic analysis can aid in improving reproduction. This study identified key genes linked to fertility by conducting genome- and transcriptome-wide association studies, RNA-seq analysis, meta-analysis, weighted gene co-expression network analysis, and functional enrichment analysis. …”
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Le Japon et la promotion du sport en Côte d’Ivoire : le cas du judo (1988-2020) by N'dri Laurent KOUAKOU

“…Ensuite, elle analyse la typologie de l’aide japonaise et fait enfin le bilan de cette contribution japonaise. …”
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Effect of annealing on the tribological behavior of Zr-based bulk metallic glass by Hsu-Ming Lien, Nicolás Molina, Aisha Lizaola, Michael Chandross, Filippo Mangolini

“…Altogether, the results of this work aid to our understanding of the tribological behavior of Zr-based BMGs in general, while also providing clues to strategies for the effective use of BMGs in tribological applications.…”
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Automated quantitative pupillometry as a predictor for transtentorial brain herniation in patients with malignant acute ischemic stroke. by Catherine Park, So Young Park, Min Kim, Bumhee Park, Ji Man Hong

“…These findings suggest that evaluating PLR characteristics can aid in the early identification of brain herniation, facilitating timely triage and appropriate surgical management.…”
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MODELING OF POWER SYSTEMS AND TESTING OF RELAY PROTECTION DEVICES IN REAL AND MODEL TIME by I. V. Novash

“…The methods of modelling of power system modes and of testing of relay protection devices with the aid the simulation complexes in real time and with the help of computer software systems that enables the simulation of virtual time scale are considered. …”
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Psychometric Validation of the Hepatitis C Symptom and Impact Questionnaire (HCV-SIQv4) in a Diverse Sample of Adults with Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection Treated with an Inter... by Andrew Trigg, Eric Chan, Helen Kitchen, Tom Willgoss, Kai Fai Ho, Renee Pierson, Jane Scott

“…CIC thresholds are now available to aid score interpretation.…”
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Cycles of History: China, North Korea and the End of the Korean War by Sheila Miyoshi Jager

“…As Beijing and Moscow sharply cut their aid and shunned Pyongyang for better relations with Seoul, the North Korean economy went into precipitous decline.4 Russia's abandonment of the "friendship price" system and its demand for hard currency for exports was a major factor in the collapse of the North Korean economy and starvation on a massive scale.This article assesses the China-North Korean relationship from the outbreak of the Korean War to the present.…”
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STATE OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS IN GHANA AFTER THE PASSAGE OF THE PERSONS WITH DISABILITY ACT (ACT 715): THE CASE OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS by Samuel K. Ansah, Kwaku Owusu

“…After the passage of the persons with disability Act, in 2006, it has become necessary that all public buildings in Ghana have to be designed and built to incorporate the required features that will aid the disabled to have a comfortable access to all public places. …”
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Calculation of Heat Exchange on the Surface of a Flexible Heat Exchanger for Use in Mobile Hospitals by I. L. Lokova, A. S. Kalinichenko

“…The analysis shows that human losses could be significantly less with rapid first aid. This requires the presence of a field hospital located as close as possible to the lesion. …”
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