Retention of international nurses in receiving country: Voices of Indonesian nurses in Japanese healthcare facilities by Ferry Efendi, Eka Mishbahatul Mar’ah Has, Rifky Octavia Pradipta, Grace Solely Houghty, Hisaya Oda, Yuko Tsujita

“…Results: Six prominent themes and 15 subthemes emerged: 1) organizational factors (caring leader, involvement in decision making, career development, and participation in training); 2) social support systems (group support, colleagues support and friend support); 3) individual drive (lifelong learning and persistent); 4) national policies (government support in public service and flexibility in finding a comfortable placement); 5) family factors (positive support of child education and development and maintaining relationship with spouse); and 6) economic factors (staying due to high salary and increasing income streams). …”
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Microplastic removal in aquatic systems using extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) of microalgae by H. Hadiyanto, Adian Khoironi, Inggar Dianratri, Falvocha Alifsmara Joelyna, Marcelinus Christwardana, Adhelia Intan Sabhira, Rifqi Ahmad Baihaqi

“…These findings suggest that Spirulina sp. and Tetraselmis chuii are particularly effective in producing EPS that can be utilized to remove microplastics from aquatic environments, offering a promising eco-friendly solution.…”
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Mechanical properties of hemp fiber‐reinforced thermoset and thermoplastic polymer composites: A comprehensive review by Shahidul Islam, Md. Byzed Hasan, Marija Kodrić, K. Z. M. Abdul Motaleb, Fahmida‐E‐ Karim, Md. Redwanul Islam

“…Abstract Hemp fibers have mechanical characteristics similar to those of synthetic fibers, which makes them an attractive material for producing environmentally friendly composites. Hemp fibers have excellent mechanical properties and a unique hydrophilicity, requiring for extra attention in composite formulations. …”
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Valorization of raw papaya (Carica papaya) and citrus peels for development of antimicrobial and biodegradable edible film by Prathamesh Pawle, Surabhi Pandey, Arvind Kumar, Aparna Agarwal, Abhishek Dutt Tripathi, Mohd Saeed, Safia Obaidur Rab, Dipendra Kumar Mahato, Pradeep Kumar, Madhu Kamle

“…Most of the food packaging materials used in the market are petroleum-based plastics; such materials are neither biodegradable nor environmentally friendly and require years to decompose. To overcome these problems, biodegradable and edible materials are encouraged to be used because such materials degrade quickly due to the actions of bacteria, fungi, and other environmental effects. …”
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Exploring the Known and Mapping Future Directions in Biopesticides Research: A Bibliometric Analysis by Tijana Narandžić, Veljko Šarac, Vesna Rodić, Nataša Vukelić, Mirjana Lukač-Bulatović, Sandra Bijelić, Mirjana Ljubojević

“…Numerous concerns associated with the use of synthetic pesticides have led to important initiatives aimed at ensuring eco-friendly practices in pest and disease control. Third-generation pesticides, biopesticides, have become a key factor in those efforts, capturing the attention of researchers worldwide. …”
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The Combination Effect of <i>Purpureocillium lilacinum</i> Strain (AUMC 10620) and Avermectin (B1a and B1b) on Control Citrus Nematode <i>Tylenchulus semipenetrans</i> (Cobb) Under... by Amr M. El-Marzoky, Mohamed A. M. S. Ali, Ahmed S. M. Elnahal, Dalia A. Abuljadayel, Wafa A. H. Alkherb, Mahmoud Moustafa, Mohammed O. Alshaharni, Elsayed M. Abd El-Aal

“…These findings suggest that mixtures of <i>P. lilacinum</i> and avermectin can serve as effective, eco-friendly alternatives for controlling nematodes in citrus orchards.…”
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Investigating the Capability of Dandelion Greens to Remediate Soils Contaminated with Cadmium by Zokirov Kurbonalijon Gaybullo Ugli, Annigere S Prakash, Sarah Salah Jalal, Dahlia N. Al-Saidi, Zahraa F. Hassan

“…Overall, this study highlights the potential of Dandelion greens as a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for heavy metal pollution in soil. …”
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Effects of Superphosphate on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Compost Quality During Industrial Scale In-Vessel Swine Manure Composting by Haotian Chen, Haoruo Li, Tianqing Sun, Xin Huang, Yuyi Li, Baoli Zhang

“…Composting is an environmentally friendly method for transforming the nutrients present in livestock manure into organic fertilizer. …”
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Light-Programmable g-C3N4 Microrobots with Negative Photogravitaxis for Photocatalytic Antibiotic Degradation by Yunhuan Yuan, Xianghua Wu, Bindu Kalleshappa, Martin Pumera

“…Microrobots enhance contact with pollutants through their movement and flow-induced mixing, substantially improving wastewater treatment efficiency beyond traditional diffusion-limited methods. g-C3N4 is an affordable and environmentally friendly photocatalyst that has been extensively researched in various fields such as biomedicine and environmental remediation. …”
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Response of Soil CO2 Emission and Summer Maize Yield to Plant Density and Straw Mulching in the North China Plain by Quanru Liu, Xinhui Liu, Chengyue Bian, Changjian Ma, Kun Lang, Huifang Han, Quanqi Li

“…Consequently, summer maize with straw mulching at 75 000 plants ha−1 is an environmentally friendly option in the North China Plain.…”
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Integrating Renewable Energy with Internet of Things (IoT): Pathways to a Smart Green Planet by Shojib Mia, Firoz Ahmed, Ibrahim Khan, Md. Emamul Kabir, Mehedi H. Roni, Khadijatul Cobra, Anjuman Ara Khatun, Shahriar Mahmud

“…The global use of IoT-enabled devices powered by renewable energy can create a smart, efficient, and eco-friendly network. By leveraging data analytics and machine learning, these systems can predict energy consumption, optimize resources, and maintain renewable energy assets proactively. …”
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Bacterial Cellulose: From Biofabrication to Applications in Sustainable Fashion and Vegan Leather by Dheanda Absharina, Mohamad Padri, Csilla Veres, Csaba Vágvölgyi

“…Bacterial cellulose (BC) has emerged as a highly promising biomaterial, gaining attention across multiple industries, such as food, pharmaceuticals, materials science, and textiles, due to its renewable, biodegradable, and eco-friendly characteristics. Within the fashion industry, bacterial cellulose (BC) biofabrication presents a groundbreaking method for producing sustainable textiles and vegan leather. …”
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Mpox and the men who have sex with men (MSM) community in Nigeria: Exploratory insights from MSM and persons providing healthcare services to them by Michael Kunnuji, Megan Schmidt-Sane, Olufunke Adegoke, Syed Abbas, Elizabeth Shoyemi, Akanni O. Lawanson, Ayodele Jegede, Hayley MacGregor

“…MSM seek care through various means, including drugs, herbal remedies, and KP-friendly sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, but face stressful care-seeking due to limited social support and stigma. …”
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Ester-Based Lubricant and Anti-Leidenfrost Additive Solutions on Aluminum High-Pressure Die-Casting Applications by Nuria Cuadrado, Eduard Vidales, Manel da Silva, Wadi Wajana, Leandre Muntada, Angel Navarro, Lluis Beltran, Montserrat Vilaseca

“…Finally, the efficiency of environmentally friendly ester-based lubricants for high-temperature applications has been demonstrated.…”
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Synergistic effects of ground granulated blast furnace slag and circulating fluidized bed fly ash in lime-activated cementitious materials by Xingyi Wang, Jinzhuang Lv, Jingchao Yang, Jiamin Zhu, Bin He, Xiaoyuan Wang, Pengju Han, Xiaohong Bai

“…This work presented an eco-friendly approach to the resource utilization of CFBFA, particularly in terms of mineral resource consumption, and held promising prospects for applications in projects.…”
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The Socio-Economic and Environmental Impacts of Petroleum Refinery Operations in the Niger Delta Region by Piety Godwill Suku, Ejikeme Ugwoha, Ochuko Felix Orikpete, Daniel Raphael Ejike Ewim

“…It is imperative to integrate technological advancements, eco-friendly practices, community engagement in governance, and stringent environmental policy implementation. …”
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Environmental behavior of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) and the potential role of biochar for its remediation: a review by Haiyan Wang, Haiyan Zhang, Lizhi He, Jie Wang, Shuo Wang, Xiaoyu Shi, Xiaokai Zhang, Hailong Wang, Feng He

“…Biochar, an environmentally friendly and cost-effective adsorbent, shows potential for remediating PFASs contamination. …”
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Two Approaches to Cognitive Evaluation: Assessing the Strengths and Limitations of GPCOG and ACE-III by Magdalena Mąka, Dominik Sikora, Piotr Oleksy, Adam Zając, Karol Zieliński, Łukasz Papież, Ewa Góralczyk, Jakub Kamiński, Bartosz Buczkowski, Dagmara Wochnik

“…Conversely, GPCOG is a quick, user-friendly tool suited for primary care but lacks the depth for detailed diagnostics.  …”
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New anchovy burgers: a sustainable and nutritious alternative to red meat in fast food by Giovanni Luca Russo, Antonio L. Langellotti, Rossella Di Monaco, Gabriele Buonocunto, Francesca Colonna, Nunzio Velleca, Anna Ilaria Di Paola, Lucia Avella, Silvana Cavella, Paolo Masi

“…The objective is to create a nutritious, appealing, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional red meat burgers. …”
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Understanding and Perception of Women Career Towards The Principles of Ubudiyyah, Mas'uliyyah and Itqan by Noor Fatimah Mujahid, Nur Aina Mardhiah Che Rahim, Amrina Rasyada Kamaruzaman

“…However, to make the implementation of UMI principles more comprehensive and more user-friendly, there is still room for improvement. It is hoped that the study and recommendations will help the committee that has been appointed by the state government to improve the system and approach in applying understanding related to UMI in career. …”
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