Psychological, psychiatric, and behavioral sciences measurement scales: best practice guidelines for their development and validation by Alberto Stefana, Stefano Damiani, Umberto Granziol, Umberto Provenzani, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Eric A. Youngstrom, Eric A. Youngstrom, Eric A. Youngstrom, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Paolo Fusar-Poli

“…In sum, this structured approach provides researchers and clinicians with a comprehensive methodology for developing reliable, valid, and user-friendly psychological, psychiatric, and behavioral sciences measurement scales.…”
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Photocatalytic removal of textile wastewater-originated methylene blue and malachite green dyes using spent black tea extract-coated silver nanoparticles by Sikander Ali, Huma Ijaz, Muhammad Usman Ahmad, Rukhma, Najeeb Ullah, Abid Sarwar, Muhammad Jalal Khan, Tariq Aziz, Ashwag shami, Fahad Al-Asmari

“…The multifaceted outcomes of this study resulted in an eco-friendly procedure, thereby reusing the waste material for environmental cleanup.…”
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Evaluation of chitinase production ability to antagonize Pyricularia Oryzae of bacteria and actinomycete strains isolated from rice root soil in Kien Giang Province by Đinh Anh Hòa, Trần Thị Phấn, Trần Thùy Trang, Nguyễn Thị Ánh Nguyệt, Nguyễn Thị Thùy Dương, Nguyễn Hải An, Lê Thị Mai Châm

“…Therefore, biological products containing microorganisms that can antagonize fungal pathogens and are environmentally friendly, are promising measure to control this disease. …”
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Biomass to biofuel: Impacts and mitigation of environmental, health, and socioeconomic challenges by Prangon Chowdhury, Nafisa Anjum Mahi, Rahbaar Yeassin, Nahid-Ur-Rahman Chowdhury, Omar Farrok

“…Mitigation strategies emphasize integrated land-use planning, biodiversity-friendly practices, and advanced technologies to balance energy production with ecological preservation. …”
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Fermentation of Musa paradisiaca Peels to Produce Citric Acid by Mariel Monrroy, Lineth Rueda, Anaís L. Aparicio, José Renán García

“…The steadily increasing demand for CA necessitates the improvement and diversification of the corresponding production techniques via the incorporation of more environmentally friendly and less costly processes such as the bioconversion of agroindustrial by-products. …”
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Performance enhancement of full inorganic Sb2S3 solar cells with MnS hole transport layers by Minghong Rui, Hangyu Li, Yuan Li, Wenqi Li, Sumei Wang

“…In contrast, low-cost and environmentally friendly inorganic hole transport materials have garnered considerable attention due to their excellent carrier mobility and environmental stability. …”
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Enhancing Thermal Comfort in Historic Buildings by Wind-Driven Ventilation Systems—A Case Study of the Praterateliers in Vienna by Aida Shayegani, Viera Joklova, Katarina Kristianova, Juraj Illes

“…These findings underscore the viability of non-invasive natural ventilation systems in achieving optimal thermal conditions, demonstrating an innovative yet preservation-friendly approach to sustainable architecture. This research not only advances the application of passive cooling strategies in heritage buildings but also provides scalable solutions for addressing urban overheating in modern constructions.…”
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Natural biodegradable low-cost Lablab purpureus husk as chromatrap for removal of three hazardous organic cationic dyes from water: Waste to wealth and column elution approach by Sumathi Paramesh, Veerendra Ananthpur, Nagaraju Rajendraprasad

“…Based on the results, NaOH-LLPh, as an inexpensive and eco-friendly adsorbent, is suitable for the removal of cationic organic dyes from aqueous samples.…”
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Predictive modelling of sustainable concrete compressive strength using advanced machine learning algorithms by Tejas Joshi, Pulkit Mathur, Parita Oza, Smita Agrawal

“…In addition, a novel WebApp has been developed to leverage these models, allowing users to input parameters and quickly obtain CS predictions for concrete mix designs. The user-friendly interface of the WebApp makes it an easily accessible tool for professionals and researchers in concrete engineering. …”
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Structure and immunomodulatory activity of Lentinus edodes polysaccharides modified by probiotic fermentation by Jingjing Liang, Meina Zhang, Xiaohan Li, Yuan Yue, Xiaowei Wang, Mengzhen Han, Tianli Yue, Zhouli Wang, Zhenpeng Gao

“…Our study provides an efficient and environment-friendly way for the structural modification of polysaccharides, which helps to enhance their biological activity and promote their wide application in food, medicine and other fields.…”
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Lycopene and Other Bioactive Compounds’ Extraction from Tomato Processing Industry Waste: A Comparison of Ultrasonication Versus a Conventional Stirring Method by Konstantinos Mavridis, Nikolaos Todas, Dimitrios Kalompatsios, Vassilis Athanasiadis, Stavros I. Lalas

“…It is essential to conduct additional studies using alternative food-grade solvents or other environmentally friendly extraction methods.…”
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Digital twins as global learning health and disease models for preventive and personalized medicine by Xinxiu Li, Joseph Loscalzo, A. K. M. Firoj Mahmud, Dina Mansour Aly, Andrey Rzhetsky, Marinka Zitnik, Mikael Benson

“…However, widespread implementation faces several challenges: (1) characterizing dynamic molecular changes across multiple biological scales; (2) developing computational methods to integrate data into DTs; (3) prioritizing disease mechanisms and therapeutic targets; (4) creating interoperable DT systems that can learn from each other; (5) designing user-friendly interfaces for patients and clinicians; (6) scaling DT technology globally for equitable healthcare access; (7) addressing ethical, regulatory, and financial considerations. …”
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Effects of silicate modulus and GBFS content on shrinkage of alkali-activated steel slag cementitious material by Jianwei Sun, Yuehao Guo, Yan Meng, Ruiquan Jia, Jiajie Zhou, Hongyuan Gao, Jie Liu

“…Alkali-activated steel slag material (ASSM), a sustainable and environmentally-friendly construction material due to its lower carbon footprint. faces challenges, particularly in terms of high shrinkage. …”
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Bar Adsorptive Microextraction Approach for Trace Determination of Local Anesthetics in Urine Matrices by Joana R. P. Pereira, Daniela C. Rocha, Nuno R. Neng, Paulo Maurício, M. Edite Torres, Samir M. Ahmad, Alexandre Quintas

“…The developed methodology was successfully applied to the target anesthetics analysis of volunteers’ urine matrices and proved to be an environmentally friendly alternative to monitor trace levels of local anesthetics in complex matrices compared to other extraction techniques.…”
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Ultra‐Broad Emission Copper Halide Scintillator‐Based X‐Ray Imager by Haocheng Lv, Wenyi Shao, Haifeng Chen, Guoyang Zhu, Yao Wang, Zhenzhong Zhang, Hongwei Liang

“…Abstract Lead‐free metal‐halide scintillators are gaining considerable attention as more eco‐friendly and superior alternatives to their lead‐based counterparts. …”
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Advanced Copper Oxide Chemical and Green Synthesis: Characterization and Antibacterial Evaluation by Ecaterina Magdalena Modan, Adriana-Gabriela Schiopu, Sorin Georgian Moga, Denis Aurelian Negrea, Daniela Istrate, Ion Ciuca, Mihai Oproescu

“…This study investigated two synthesis methods for structured CuO: microwave-assisted hydrolysis and ultrasound using copper acetate and KOH, and an eco-friendly method involving cholesterol-free egg white albumin and <i>Solanum lycopersicum</i> extract. …”
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Microalgae-based biofertilizers improve fertility and microbial community structures in the soil of potted tomato by Xiaotong Song, Jiayi Liu, Yanzhang Feng, Chengxu Zhou, Xiaohui Li, Xiaojun Yan, Roger Ruan, Pengfei Cheng

“…Continuous cropping decreases soil nutrients and destroys microbial community structure, so the development of eco-friendly and effective biofertilizers is necessary under present conditions. …”
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Policy and regulatory perspectives of waste battery management and recycling: A review and future research agendas by Md Tasbirul Islam, Amjad Ali, Sikandar Abdul Qadir, Muhammad Shahid

“…The findings highlight core policy elements essential for effective waste battery management, including multi-stakeholder collaboration, data-driven decision-making models, eco-friendly technology R&D, government oversight of informal recycling, lifecycle thinking, consumer participation through education campaigns, adoption of global best practices, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) implementation. …”
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Effect of Fly Ash and Cement on the Engineering Characteristic of Stabilized Subgrade Soil: An Experimental Study by Partab Rai, Wenge Qiu, Huafu Pei, Jihui Chen, Xufeng Ai, Yang Liu, Mahmood Ahmad

“…While effectiveness and usability of waste FA and cement are cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternatives to expansive soil for pavement and any other foundation work in the future.…”
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Anise and Fennel Essential Oils and Their Combination as Natural and Safe Housefly Repellents by Hataichanok Passara, Sirawut Sittichok, Cheepchanok Puwanard, Jirisuda Sinthusiri, Tanapoom Moungthipmalai, Kouhei Murata, Mayura Soonwera

“…Essential oils (EOs) are effective repellents and eco-friendly alternatives. We tested single and combination EOs of fennel and anise for repellency and stability against houseflies. …”
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