Clinical Features of iatrogenic Pharyngo-esophageal perforation in very low birth weight infants by Shu Eguchi, Yoshiya Hisaeda, Toshiko Ukawa, Mayu Koto, Miku Hosokawa, Chisa Tsurisawa, Tomohiro Takeda, Shusuke Amagata, Atsushi Nakao

“…This study will help raise awareness with respect to early diagnosis, management, and prevention. Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study of all very low birth weight infants diagnosed with IPEP between 1993 and 2022. …”
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Histological chorioamnionitis and its predictors among mothers with premature rupture of membranes delivering at tertiary hospitals in Uganda: a multicenter cross-sectional study by Ibrahim Abdi Abdinasir, Marie Pascaline Sabine Ishimwe, Maxwell Okello, Paul Byaruhanga, Ralph Samson Enyamitoit, Theoneste Hakizimana

“…These findings highlight the critical need for early detection and management of HCA in mothers with PROM, particularly in resource-limited settings. …”
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Distribution Characteristics and Coupling Relationship Between Soil Erosion and Hydrologic and Sediment Connectivity in Changchong River Basin by LI Jianing, ZHANG Hongli, TIAN Changyuan, ZHANG Yi, ZHA Tonggang

“…[Conclusion] Improving the vegetation coverage and dominance of the Changchong River Basin to reduce its hydrologic and sediment connectivity can effectively reduce soil erosion and sediment production, and has an important impact on the ecological environment management, water and sediment control, and scientific prevention and control of soil and water loss in the small watershed.…”
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No correlation between thrombin generation and emicizumab levels: implications for monitoring emicizumab therapy by Konrad van der Zwet, Mark Roest, Dana Huskens, Roger E.G. Schutgens, Lize F.D. van Vulpen, Kathelijn Fischer, Rolf T. Urbanus

“…Background: Emicizumab, a bispecific antibody that mimics factor (F)VIII, has significantly improved hemophilia A management. Although emicizumab levels can be measured, tools for estimating the hemostatic efficacy of emicizumab are lacking. …”
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Evaluating the impact of roof rainwater harvesting on hydrological connectivity and urban flood mitigation by Quang-Oai Lu, Reza Bahramloo, Jesús Rodrigo-Comino, Jun Wang, Ali Talebi, Quynh Thi Phuong Tran, Afshin Ghahramani, Mehdi Sepehri

“…We conclude that this new evaluation of hydrological connectivity can serve as a valuable tool for assessing hydrological connectivity in urban areas and reveal to land managers where Roof rainwater harvesting is not effectively applied and where possible improvements must be made. …”
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Combining systemic inflammation biomarkers with traditional prognostic factors to predict surgical site infections in elderly hip fracture patients: a risk factor analysis and dyna... by Yuhui Guo, Chengsi Li, Haichuan Guo, Peiyuan Wang, Xuebin Zhang

“…Conclusions This study combined systemic inflammatory biomarkers and developed an online dynamic nomogram to predict SSI in elderly hip fracture patients, which could be used to guide early screening of patients with high risk of SSI and provide a reference tool for perioperative management.…”
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Human exploitation of adult horseshoe crab and public awareness campaign in Hong Kong SAR, China by Pui Yi Tang, Hei Wut Fong, Shan Yee Lee, Wing Tung Chang, Lee Yan Pang, Tin Yan Hui, Kelvin Jun Yin So

“…We recommend strengthening the protection of local Asian horseshoe crabs through a combination of conservation management and public education.…”
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The Clinicopathological Features and Prognostic Significance of HER2-Low in Early Breast Tumors Patients Prognostic Comparison of HER-Low and HER2-Negative Breast Cancer Stratified... by Sanaa Gamrani, Laila Akhouayri, Sara Boukansa, Mehdi Karkouri, Hinde El Fatemi

“…Therefore, this study offers a new perspective in the management of HER2-low patients and can serve as a basis for future prospective analyses.…”
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Assessment of vegetation in Murchison falls national park five years after the completion of oil and gas exploration by Hindrah Akisiimire, William Tinzaara, Keneth Tumwebaze, Charles K.Twesigye

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Evaluation of the impact of the environment on the genetic improvement of the buffalo species by Rafael Emilio Rincón-Márquez, Néstor Simón Montiel-Urdaneta, José Raúl Pérez-González

“…The variable MP is influenced by the management system implemented in the herd in both production units. …”
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O2O-PLB: A One-to-One-Based Optimizer With Priority and Load Balancing Mechanism for Resource Allocation in Fog-Cloud Environments by V. C. Bharathi, S. Syed Abuthahir, Monelli Ayyavaraiah, G. Arunkumar, Usama Abdurrahman, Sardar Asad Ali Biabani

“…In the era of the Internet of Things (IoT), Fog and Cloud computing have become critical frameworks for managing large-scale, distributed systems. However, the challenge of optimizing resource allocation remains significant, especially in dynamic and diverse environments. …”
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Analytic and clinical validity of thyroid nodule mutational profiling using droplet digital polymerase chain reaction by Vincent L. Biron, Ashlee Matkin, Morris Kostiuk, Jordana Williams, David W. Cote, Jeffrey Harris, Hadi Seikaly, Daniel A. O’Connell

“…Abstract Background Recent guidelines for the management of thyroid nodules incorporate mutation testing as an adjunct for surgical decision-making, however current tests are costly with limited accuracy. …”
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Source and Ecological Risk Assessment of Potentially Toxic Metals in Urban Riverine Sediments Using Multivariate Analytical and Statistical Tools by Xiaojun Zheng, Abdul Rehman, Shan Zhong, Shah Faisal, Muhammad Mahroz Hussain, Syeda Urooj Fatima, Daolin Du

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“If that would have lessened my symptoms, that would have been great...”: a qualitative study about the acceptability of tecovirimat as treatment for mpox by Sara Paparini, Rosalie Hayes, Benjamin Weil, Will Nutland, Ismael Maatouk, Teodora Wi, Chloe M. Orkin, Rosamund Lewis

“…To increase acceptability of such treatments, clinicians should ensure patients are aware of mpox symptom management options, including pain relief; acknowledge and address patient concerns upfront and within the context of non-stigmatising care; and communicate offers in a consistent and supportive manner in line with locally approved eligibility criteria and protocols at the time.…”
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Resilience of Fishery Economy in Fujian Coastal Areas from the Perspective of Institutional Evolution by Leng Yun, Wei Suqiong, You Xiaojun, Ren Zhihuang

“…In addition, this study has important implications for disaster response and risk management, helping firms and governments better prepare for and respond to potential economic shocks.…”
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The Contribution of Education, Health, and Unemployment on HDI in East Java, Indonesia by Amrun Rosyid, Elok Damayanti, Sarmilah Sarmilah, ST Rohani, Syalwa Shabila

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A Data-Driven Approach to Engineering Instruction: Exploring Learning Styles, Study Habits, and Machine Learning by Lauren Genith Isaza Dominguez, Antonio Robles-Gomez, Rafael Pastor-Vargas

“…Our findings suggest that, while learning style alignment improves short-term engagement and comprehension, effective study habits and time management play a more important role in long-term academic success.…”
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Monitoring changes of forest height in California by Samuel Favrichon, Jake Lee, Yan Yang, Yan Yang, Ricardo Dalagnol, Ricardo Dalagnol, Fabien Wagner, Le Bienfaiteur Sagang, Le Bienfaiteur Sagang, Sassan Saatchi, Sassan Saatchi, Sassan Saatchi

“…Mapping and monitoring the structure of these forests at high spatial resolution provides the necessary data to better manage forest health, mitigate wildfire risks, and improve carbon sequestration. …”
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Quantification of Soil–Water Erosion Using the RUSLE Method in the Mékrou Watershed (Middle Niger River) by Rachid Abdourahamane Attoubounou, Hamidou Diawara, Ralf Ludwig, Julien Adounkpe

“…This research is the first study of soil erosion quantification with the RUSLE method and GIS in the Mékrou watershed, and fills a critical knowledge gap of the water erosion in this watershed, providing insights into erosion dynamics and supporting future sustainable land management strategies in vulnerable Sahelian landscapes.…”
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Research on the Temperature Field and Frost Heaving Law of Massive Freezing Engineering in Coastal Strata by Chaochao Zhang, Dongwei Li, Junhao Chen, Guanren Chen, Chang Yuan, Zecheng Wang, Guosheng Ding, Xin Chen, Minghai Xia, Shengfu Wang, Bo Zhang, Ru He, Xin Yi

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