Early warning systems (EWSs) for chikungunya, dengue, malaria, yellow fever, and Zika outbreaks: What is the evidence? A scoping review. by Laith Hussain-Alkhateeb, Tatiana Rivera Ramírez, Axel Kroeger, Ernesto Gozzer, Silvia Runge-Ranzinger

“…A scoping review has been undertaken for all 5 diseases to summarize existing evidence of EWS tools in terms of their structural and statistical designs, feasibility of integration and implementation into national surveillance programs, and the users' perspective of their applications.…”
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Risk prediction models for dysphagia after radiotherapy among patients with head and neck cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis by You Pu, Jin Yang, Lian Shui, Qianlong Tang, Xianqin Zhang, Guangguo Liu

“…Future studies should focus on large sample size and rigorously designed multicenter external validation to improve the reliability and clinical applicability of prediction models for dysphagia after radiotherapy for HNC.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero, identifier CRD42024587252.…”
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Mixed pastures and biological efficiency in buffalo production systems: determinants for a sustainable livestock by Juan Pablo Uzcátegui-Varela, Martha Gloribet Ceballos Ramírez

“…By bringing together the conclusive comments of each scientific instrument consulted, the current philosophy of sustainable development to establish sustainable livestock systems requires in particular: a) designing agroecosystems that favor the increase of biodiversity; b) monitoring key indicators of biological efficiency and including the evaluation of feasibility to implement corrective measures; and c) taking maximum advantage of highly biodiverse or mixed pastures under technical control of grazing to minimize the emission of pollutant gases. …”
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Replacement of fishmeal with Quinoa Husk (Chenopodium quinoa) for mitigating multiple stresses in Pangasianodon Hypophthalmus by Neeraj Kumar, Paritosh Kumar, Aliza Pradhan, Dilip Kumar Singh, Tarkeshwar Kumar, Jagadish Rane, Kotha Sammi Reddy

“…An experiment was performed to evaluate replacement of fishmeal by QH in different proportionate at 0, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35%. The study was designed with 12 treatments as control, stressors group (concurrent exposed to ammonia, arsenic and high temperature stress, NH3+As+T), group fed with QH at 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35% without and with stressors (NH3+As+T) in Pangasianodon hypophthalmus for 105 days. …”
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Effects of Different Carbohydrate Levels in Diets on Growth Performance and Muscle Nutritive Value of Ying Carp and Scattered-Scaled Mirror Carp (Cyprinus carpio) by Pengfei Xiao, Yunya Wu, Hang Sha, Xiangzhong Luo, Guiwei Zou, Hongwei Liang

“…Moreover, variations in the expression of genes related to carbohydrate metabolism between the two varieties influenced their metabolic responses, offering insights for designing variety-specific feeding strategies to support sustainable aquaculture practices.…”
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Risk Factors of Noncompliance to Preventive Mass Drug Administration for Eliminating Lymphatic Filariasis: A Case-Control Study in Jawi District, Northwest Ethiopia by Fetene Mihretu, Gebeyehu Tsega, Melesse Belayneh, Mesafint Molla Adane

“…Besides, although context-based research is essential to designing effective strategies, only a few studies have focused on identifying factors that play a role in noncompliance with mass drug administration in Africa. …”
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Immunogenicity of recombinant fragment of orthopoxvirus p35 protein in mice by Ya. A. Khlusevich, A. L. Matveev, E. P. Goncharova, I. K. Baykov, N. V. Tikunova

“…The aim of this study was to assess the immunogenicity in the mouse model of recombinant protein р35Δ12, designed previously on the base of the cowpox virus protein p35. …”
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Therapeutic potential of brentuximab vedotin in breast cancer and lymphoma via targeted apoptosis and gene regulation by Abeer Ezzat, Mohga Shafiek, Shimaa Shawki, Shaimaa Abdel-Ghany, Mahmoud Nazih, Hussein Sabit

“…Abstract This study was designed to assess the effect of brentuximab vedotin on several breast cancer cell lines in terms of promoting apoptosis and managing cancer progression. …”
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Comparative genomics of Botryosphaeria dothidea and B. kuwatsukai, causal agents of apple ring rot, reveals both species expansion of pathogenicity-related genes and variations in... by Bo Wang, Xiaofei Liang, Mark L. Gleason, Rong Zhang, Guangyu Sun

“…Our results will be instrumental in understanding how both phytopathogens interact with their plant hosts and in designing efficient strategies for disease control and molecular breeding to help ensure global apple production and food security.…”
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Dynamic responses characteristics of bedrock and overburden layer slope with anchored frame piles based on shaking table test by Lei Wang, Qianhui Pu, Guangpeng Chen, Jing Lian, Changwei Yang, Mingming Dai

“…Abstract To adapt to higher and steeper slope environments, this paper proposes a new type of support structure called an anchored frame pile. The study designed and conducted a series of shaking table tests with three-way loading. …”
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Atherogenic Index in Type 2 Diabetes and Its Relationship with Chronic Microvascular Complications by Zhen Li, Qi Huang, Li Sun, Tengfei Bao, Zhe Dai

“…Objective. This study was designed to investigate risk factors related to atherogenic index of plasma (AIP), as well as the relationship between AIP and chronic microvascular complications in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). …”
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STABILITY OF DEVELOPMENT OF FUTURE PROFESSIONALS’ EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE by A. M. Beloborodov, E. E. Symaniuk

“…Features and conditions of formation of practical and academic intelligence were designated. Having tested the hypothesis, it was revealed that social and psychological training is aimed at promoting the acquisition and development of practical intelligence; workshop sessions contribute to academic intelligence. …”
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Strategic Selenium Application Methods and Timing Enhance Grain Yield, Minimize Cadmium Bioaccumulation, and Optimize Selenium Fortification in <i>Triticum aestivum</i> L. by Dazhong Zhang, Jiajia Liu, Tingting Cheng, Hongyi Wang, Yongzhen Zhou, Zhengwu Gong, Tiezhu Hu

“…To verify this hypothesis, we designed a pot experiment throughout the wheat growth period and investigated the effects of SeIV, SeVI, and SeMet applied individually or in combination at different growth stages on yield traits; Cd absorption and transport; and Se content under Cd stress. …”
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Methodical approaches to identification of effective wheat genes providing broad-spectrum resistance against fungal diseases by E. S. Skolotneva, I. N. Leonova, E. Yu. Bukatich, E. A.  Salina

“…Markers to the genes Lr6Ai#2/Sr6Ai#2/Pm6Ai#2 transferred from Thinopyrum intermedium into the genomes of Russian wheat varieties and markers to a new translocation from Aegi lops spel toides with a group of genes, designated as LrAsp7/SrAsp7/PmAsp7, were tested. When evaluating the contribution of the genes (including genes located on the alien translocations) to the formation of common wheat resistance to fungal diseases, it is necessary to use an extended sample, including genotypes carrying the same group of genes in a different genetic background. …”
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Donor site morbidity following radial forearm free flap reconstruction with split thickness skin grafts using negative pressure wound therapy by Jessica M. Clark, Shannon Rychlik, Jeffrey Harris, Hadi Seikaly, Vincent L. Biron, Daniel A. O’Connell

“…Negative pressure wound dressings (NPD) may increase blood flow and perfusion as compared to static pressure dressings (SPD) designed to minimize shear forces during the healing period. …”
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Financial Innovations and Financial Inclusion Among Commercial Banks in Uganda: Case Study Of Kabale District. by Mpirirwe, Christine

“…The study used both descriptive and cross-sectional research designs and combined qualitative and quantitative methods for data collecting and analysis. …”
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Farmers’ Perception of the Impacts of Climate Variability and Change on Food Security in Rubanda District, South Western Uganda by Willbroad, Byamukama, Bello N.J, Omoniyi T.E

“…Therefore this study was designed to examine farmers’ perception of the impacts of climate variability and change on food security in Rubanda District of Southwestern Uganda. …”
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Effect of High-Risk Versus Low-Risk Pregnancy at the First Antenatal Care Visit On the Occurrence of Complication During Pregnancy and Labour Or Delivery in Kenya: A Double-Robust... by Kadengye, Damazo T., Odero, Henry Owoko, Izudi, Jonathan

“…Objectives We evaluated the causal effects of high-risk versus low-risk pregnancy at the first antenatal care (ANC) visit on the occurrence of complications during pregnancy and labour or delivery among women in Kenya. Methods We designed a quasi-experimental study using observational data from a large mobile health wallet programme, with the exposure as pregnancy risk at the first ANC visit, measured on a binary scale (low vs high). …”
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Investigating a Suitable Ratio of Iron Ore Tailings and Quarry Dust in Concrete Production. by Kasozi, Mark

“…The main objective of this study is to investigate a suitable ratio of iron ore tailings and quarry dust in concrete production by determining the physical properties of fine aggregate, designing a concrete mix conducting mechanical tests, and conducting a comparative study between the effect of Buhara IOT and Ntungoma quarry dust. …”
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Effectiveness of the Local Natural Methods of Extending Fruit Shelf Life in Selected Cooler Parts of Uganda. by Mwesigye, Deus

“…Understanding agents that spoil avocado fruits enables us to develop ways of extending their shelf life which is key for storage and extended shelf life. Designing natural environmentally friendly techniques like treatment with conc. …”
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