The Influence of Consumer Knowledge of Halal Supply Chain Practices on Purchase Intention in Halal Personal Care & Beauty Products by Yayang Adiningtyas, Erlinda Yunus

“…This research contributes to supply chain management literature in the field of Halal Supply Chain as well as to Indonesian companies in the personal care and beauty industry. …”
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Adherence to guidelines for incidental pulmonary nodules: insights from a Nordic survey by Kirill Neumann, Janna Berg, Haseem Ashraf, Johan Isaksson, Aija Knuuttila, Morten H. Borg, Torben R. Rasmussen

“…Background and purpose: There is limited data on the real-world management of incidental pulmonary nodules (IPN). In this article, we review current practices and adherence to international guidelines in the Nordic countries. …”
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A Novel Approach to Faster Convergence and Improved Accuracy in Deep Learning-Based Electrical Energy Consumption Forecast Models for Large Consumer Groups by A. Jayanth Balaji, Binoy B. Nair, D. S. Harish Ram, Kuruvachan Kalluvelil George

“…This underscores the importance of tailored mini-batch selection methods for effective energy forecasting and management in Smart Grid systems.…”
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Role of central retinal artery and ophthalmic artery color doppler imaging in patients with increased intraocular pressure by Alka Agrawal, Gaurav Bhandari, Suhas Kattigowda, Mayank Patidar, Manzill JP

“…Furthermore, the RI was increased in both the OA (0.79 vs. 0.77) and CRA (0.80 vs. 0.77), indicating early vascular dysfunction associated with disease progression.Conclusion: CDI serves as a non-invasive method for detecting vascular changes that precede visual field defects in glaucoma patients, highlighting its potential for early diagnosis and management. While the findings are promising, further longitudinal studies are necessary to validate its routine clinical application.…”
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The potential of stem cell therapy in Multiple Sclerosis treatment: a review by Sorina Amarculesei, Ava O'Meara Cushen, Cathy Brougham

“…This review reports stem cell-based therapies as potential therapeutic approaches in the treatment and management of Multiple Sclerosis. This paper explores the characterisation and aetiology of the disease, current treatments for Multiple Sclerosis, and clinical trial data that investigated the therapeutic safety and efficacy of proposed stem cell-derived Multiple Sclerosis treatments.…”
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Informing the development of diagnostic criteria for differential diagnosis of alcohol-related cognitive impairment (ARCI) among heavy drinkers: A systematic scoping review. by Lisa Jones, Lynn Owens, Andrew Thompson, Ian Gilmore, Paul Richardson

“…The lack of evidence is an important barrier to the development of clear guidelines for diagnosing ARCI, which would ultimately improve the real-world management and treatment of patients with ARCI.…”
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Research on the 3D Fine Modeling Method of In-Service Road by Hui Qi, Bori Cong, Rufei Liu, Xiaoli Li, Zongyao Yan, Qingying Li, Ming Li

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Using Attention for Improving Defect Detection in Existing RC Bridges by Sergio Ruggieri, Angelo Cardellicchio, Andrea Nettis, Vito Reno, Giuseppina Uva

“…Hence, traditional methods of on-site inspection can be enhanced by leveraging digital innovations and by developing new instruments that support road management companies in ensuring the safety of the existing infrastructure. …”
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Self-testing for pregnancy: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Ping Teresa Yeh, Caitlin E Kennedy, Manjulaa Narasimhan, Karima Gholbzouri

“…Most individuals receiving pregnancy self-tests for postabortion home management preferred this option. No studies reported cost data.Conclusion Pregnancy self-testing is acceptable and valued by end users. …”
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Critical appraisal and comparison of recommendations of clinical practice guidelines for treatment of schizophrenia in children and adolescents: a methodological survey protocol by Cristiane de Cássia Bergamaschi, Silvio Barberato-Filho, Izabela Fulone, Maíra Ramos Alves, Flávia Blaseck Sorrilha, Rejane Coan Ferretti Mayer, Daniela Oliveira de Melo, Luciane Lopes

“…The aim of this study will be to assess the quality of the development of CPGs for the treatment and management of schizophrenia in children and adolescents over time using the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation II (AGREE II) tool and to compare the recommendations and interventions described in these documents.Methods and analysis CPGs will be identified using a prospective protocol through a systematic search of multiple databases (Medline, Embase, Health Systems Evidence, Epistemonikos, Lilacs, etc) and guideline websites from 2004 to December 2020. …”
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Assessment of runoff composition and residence time using stable isotopes and hydrochemical characteristics in Urumqi River Basin, northwest China by Siqi Wu, Fang Feng, Shuang Jin, Zhongqin Li, Michael A. Urban, Qiaohua Huang, Qiannian Shi

“…Study focus: Water resource management in arid regions is a perennial concern, compounded by the complex interplay of factors such as global warming and glacial response dynamics. …”
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Association between physical activity and cognitive function in post-menopausal women with high parity: the chain-mediating effects of nutritional status and depression by Xiaotong Chen, Kai Wei, Shanshan Peng, Na Liu, Leqi He, Biying Wu, Meifang Shi, Yong Lin

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Integration of Multi-Source Landslide Disaster Data Based on Flink Framework and APSO Load Balancing Task Scheduling by Zongmin Wang, Huangtaojun Liang, Haibo Yang, Mengyu Li, Yingchun Cai

“…To bolster the data support capabilities for the monitoring, prevention, and management of landslide disasters, the efficient integration of multi-source heterogeneous data is of paramount importance. …”
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Machine learning assisted prediction with data driven robust optimization: Machining process modeling of hard part turning of DC53 for tooling applications supporting semiconductor... by Mehdi Tlija, Muhammad Sana, Anamta Khan, Sana Hassan, Muhammad Umar Farooq

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Prevalence of Lp(a) in a real-world Portuguese cohort: implications for cardiovascular risk assessment by Miguel Saraiva, Jonatas Garcez, Beatriz Tavares da Silva, Inês Poças Ferreira, José Carlos Oliveira, Isabel Palma

“…This could improve the stratification of CVD risk and identify individuals who could benefit from early intensive management of their risk factors, ultimately reducing the burden of CVD and cardiovascular-related mortality.…”
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Ascitic Fluid in Ovarian Mass with Special Reference to Paired-box Gene 8 Immunoexpression: A Cross-sectional Analysis by Prabhat Mahato, Chhanda Das, Rama Saha, Ankita Pranab Mandal, Gourisankar Kamilya

“…Early and accurate diagnosis can improve case-specific management. Paired-box gene 8 (PAX8) has proved to be expressed in the ovarian epithelial cells and is considered a new biomarker for early diagnosis. …”
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Shielding factors for a fission-powered mars exploration rover [version 4; peer review: 1 approved, 3 approved with reservations, 3 not approved] by Jason Cassibry, L. Dale Thomas, William Emrich, Alexander C. Bendoyro

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Recovery time and predictors of severe acute malnutrition in children aged 6-59 months via an outpatient therapeutic program in Borena zone: A prospective cohort study. by Girma Tenkolu Bune, Abuna Mohammed, Samrawit Hailu, Eden Ashenafi

“…An outpatient therapeutic program is recommended for managing SAM children without complications, but there is limited information on recovery time and its determinants.…”
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Precision livestock farming applied to the dairy sector: 50 years of history with a text mining and topic analysis approach by Lucia Trapanese, Giovanna Bifulco, Alfio Calanni Macchio, Francesca Aragona, Sissy Purrone, Giuseppe Campanile, Angela Salzano

“…The global dairy industry has been revolutionized by advancements in genetics, milking technology, nutrition, and farm management, leading to increased milk production per cow and a substantial rise in total annual milk output. …”
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Optimizing Growth and Bioactive Compound Production in Split Gill Mushroom (<i>Schizophyllum commune</i>) Using Methyl Jasmonate by Preuk Chutimanukul, Siripong Sukdee, Kittichai Boonmee, Ornprapa Thepsilvisut, Onmanee Prajuabjinda, Ubonwan Saesiw, Pattama Sriumpai, Hiroshi Ehara

“…Additionally, this research contributes to understanding the role of MeJA in promoting the growth and production of bioactive compounds in mushrooms, offering insights for advancing mushroom-based natural resource management.…”
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