Exploring Medium- and Long-Term Respiratory and Functional Sequelae in Young Adults Post-COVID-19 by Büşra Ülker Ekşi, Eylül Pınar Kısa, Özge Ertan Harputlu, Begüm Kara Kaya, Zeynep Hoşbay, Buket Akıncı

“…Physical function was assessed with 6 min walking test (6MWT) and an Incremental Shuttle Walk Test (ISWT). The 1 min sit-to-stand test (1-MSTST) and hand grip strength (HGS) were used to assess muscle performance. …”
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Physicochemical and sensory analysis of fruit juices based on buffalo yogurt whey by Gladis Rébak, Gladys Obregón, Luz Segovia-Espindola, Victoria Cantero, Mariano Pino, Liliana Alegre

“…Among the opinions expressed as positive, the “fine gasified” and “soft color” stand out. Although further studies are needed, whey would be a good raw material for producing naturally fermented juices. …”
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Vegetation growth improvement Inadequately represents the ecological restoration of the Populus euphratica forests in Xinjiang, China by Xuefei Guo, Junli Li, Jiudan Zhang, Chunxia Wei, Zhijun Li

“…This study used time-series NDVI data from Landsat imagery and fieldwork investigations to monitor vegetation growth and stand age structures of P. euphratica forests in Xinjiang and explore the driving factors of these changes. …”
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Inhibitory potential of probiotic spore formers grown as mono- and mix-cultures under conditions of different nutrient availability by O. V. Knysh, A. V. Martynov, T. P. Osolodchenko

“…Spore-forming probiotics, due to their high resistance to damaging environmental factors, stand out among other beneficial microorganisms and, therefore, deserve special attention. …”
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Whole-genome sequencing and secondary metabolite exploration of the novel Bacillus velezensis BN with broad-spectrum antagonistic activity against fungal plant pathogens by Yanli Zheng, Tongshu Liu, Ziyu Wang, Xu Wang, Haiyan Wang, Ying Li, Wangshan Zheng, Shiyu Wei, Yan Leng, Jiajia Li, Yan Yang, Yang Liu, Zhaoyu Li, Qiang Wang, Qiang Wang, Yongqiang Tian

“…Among these, Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR), which are found within plant rhizosphere, stand out for their capacity to stimulate plant growth. …”
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Benefits of physical exercise through multivariate analysis in sedentary adults and elderly: An analysis of physical fitness, health and anthropometrics by Guilherme da Silva Rodrigues, Andressa Crystine da Silva Sobrinho, Gabriel Peinado Costa, Leonardo Santos Lopes da Silva, João Gabriel Ribeiro de Lima, Leonardo da Silva Gonçalves, Larissa Chacon Finzeto, Carlos Roberto Bueno Júnior

“…Multivariate analysis showed that hip circumference, chair stand test, handgrip strength, and agility significantly influenced 6MWT performance. …”
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Evaluation of potential productivity in coniferous forests by integrating field data and aerial laser scanning in Hidalgo, México by Rodrigo Ramos-Madrigal, Héctor M. de los Santos-Posadas, José René Valdez-Lazalde, Efraín Velasco-Bautista, Gregorio Ángeles-Pérez, Alma Delia Ortiz-Reyes

“…The integration of both models into a Geographic Information System (GIS) allowed the spatially explicit construction of an accurate mosaic of the DH and site index to classify stand productivity in the study area. Research highlights: Of the total area managed for timber purposes, 87% is classified as a heigh (≥31 m) and average (26 m) site index, while areas dedicated to conservation contain 13% of the area classified with low site index (≤21 m). …”
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Technical note: “U–Th Analysis” – open-source software dedicated to MC-ICP-MS U-series data treatment and evaluation by I. K. Kerber, F. Kontor, A. Mielke, A. Mielke, S. Warken, S. Warken, N. Frank

“…<p>We present our stand-alone data analysis application for <span class="inline-formula"><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" id="M1" display="inline" overflow="scroll" dspmath="mathml"><mrow class="chem"><msup><mi/><mn mathvariant="normal">230</mn></msup><mrow class="chem"><mi mathvariant="normal">Th</mi><mo>/</mo><mi mathvariant="normal">U</mi></mrow></mrow></math><span><svg:svg xmlns:svg="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="43pt" height="15pt" class="svg-formula" dspmath="mathimg" md5hash="3e17e119ba9c72e5f696f4fcc9cdcb4a"><svg:image xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:href="gchron-7-1-2025-ie00001.svg" width="43pt" height="15pt" src="gchron-7-1-2025-ie00001.png"/></svg:svg></span></span> dating with multi-collector inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (MC-ICP-MS). …”
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Petrophysical Characterization and Gas Accumulation of Wufeng-Longmaxi Shale Reservoir in Eastern Margin of Sichuan Basin, SW China by Wei Wang, Dahua Li, Lijun Cheng, Ye Zhang, Jinxi Wang, Zhiping Zhang, Hualian Zhang, Dongxin Guo, Yuelei Zhang, Qing Hua, Jun Liu

“…Results indicate that the WL shale in Well-YC4 contains three third-order sequences (SS1-lower WL, SS2-middle WL, and SS3-upper WL), and each sequence contains a transgressive system tract (TST) and a high-stand system tract (HST), according to the logging information. …”
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Effect of a tailor-made hydrotherapy on physical functions in patients after unilateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty—A feasibility study by Wai-Wang Chau, Mei-Yan Lau, Tsz-Lung Choi, Gloria Yan-Ting Lam, Michael Tim-Yun Ong, Kevin Ki-Wai Ho

“…Self-reported walking tolerance, Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT), and 30-s Chair Stand Test (30CST) were conducted before and after the completion of rehabilitation. …”
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Animal Brucellosis in Egypt: Review on Evolution, Epidemiological Situation, Prevalent <i>Brucella</i> Strains, Genetic Diversity, and Assessment of Implemented National Control Me... by Ahmed M. S. Menshawy, Acacia Ferreira Vicente, Yamen M. Hegazy, Vitomir Djokic, Mahmoud E. R. Hamdy, Luca Freddi, Essam M. Elbauomy, Ashraf E. Sayour, Claire Ponsart, Nour H. Abdel-Hamid

“…Young animals’ voluntary vaccination, lack of a nationwide animal identification system, and uncontrolled animal movement stand beyond the ineffectively applied control strategy and may be subdued by applying mass vaccination to decrease disease prevalence dramatically and target imported camels, domestic pigs, and dogs (housed and stray) in the national control surveillance. …”
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Risk factors for the ineffectiveness of assisted reproductive technology programs after a woman’s illness with COVID-19 by O.G. Boichuk, I.S. Golovchak

“…Among somatic pathology, endocrine pathology stands out (45.3% vs. 12.5%, p<0.05), in particular metabolic disorders (34.4% vs. 12.5%, p<0.05). …”
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DNA-based hydrogels for bone regeneration: A promising tool for bone organoids by Xiang Wu, Yan Hu, Shihao Sheng, Huijian Yang, Zuhao Li, Qinglin Han, Qin Zhang, Jiacan Su

“…DNA-based hydrogels stand out for bone regeneration due to their exceptional biocompatibility and programmability. …”
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On the concept of Urban Mutations: Urban research bibliography with an objective approach by Z. Bendebbache, A. Khiari, I. Maanser

“…“Urban Change” and “Urban Transformation” stand out as the most commonly used. Most references are cited in English.CONCLUSION: Scientometric analysis is essential for identifying potential correlations within the literature. …”
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Safety, feasibility and initial efficacy of an app-facilitated telerehabilitation (AFTER) programme for COVID-19 survivors: a pilot randomised study by Kristine M Erlandson, Jacob John Capin, Amy Nordon-Craft, Sarah E Jolley, Jennifer E Stevens-Lapsley, Mary Morrow, Meghan Connors, Kristine Hare, Samantha MaWhinney, Michelle Rauzi, Sheryl Flynn

“…Secondary outcomes included preliminary efficacy outcomes including tests of function and balance; patient-reported outcome measures; a cognitive assessment; and average daily step count. The 30 s chair stand test was the main secondary (efficacy) outcome.Results No adverse events (AEs) occurred during testing or in telerehabilitation sessions; 38% (11/29) of the intervention group compared with 60% (9/15) of the control group experienced an AE (p=0.21), most of which were minor, over the course of the 12-week study. 27 of 29 participants (93%; 95% CI 77% to 99%) receiving the intervention attended ≥75% of sessions. …”
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Remote-sensing-based forest canopy height mapping: some models are useful, but might they provide us with even more insights when combined? by N. Besic, N. Picard, C. Vega, J.-D. Bontemps, L. Hertzog, J.-P. Renaud, J.-P. Renaud, F. Fogel, M. Schwartz, A. Pellissier-Tanon, G. Destouet, F. Mortier, F. Mortier, M. Planells-Rodriguez, P. Ciais

“…Moreover, we observed that the forest stand vertical structure, the dominant tree species, and the type of forest ownership systematically emerge as statistically significant factors influencing the model divergences. …”
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Tailored BEST Exercise Protocol in Heart Failure Rehabilitation by Kevin Triangto, Basuni Radi, Bambang Budi Siswanto, Tresia Fransiska Ulianna Tambunan, Teuku Heriansyah, Alida Rosita Harahap, Aria Kekalih, Ade Meidian Ambari, Bambang Dwiputra, Dwita Rian Desandri, Hajime Katsukawa, Anwar Santoso

“…Poor responders also improved in chest expansion, sit-to-stand time, and postural balance, with minor 6MWT gains (407.33±72.50 meters). …”
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Fiber-optic system for monitoring stability of quarry slopes by P. Sh. Madi, А. D. Аlkina, A. V. Yurchenko, A. D. Mekhtiyev, R. Zh. Aimagambetova

“…A laboratory sample of a point fiber-optic sensor based on a two-shoulder Mach-Zehnder interferometer using a Single Mode optical fiber for displacement control has been developed. The simulation stand of a laboratory sample of a fiber-optic sensor showed high measurement accuracy, linearity and can be used to control the stability of the sides of the quarry after the design has been improved. …”
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La transformation de l’ancien centre de détention secrète de Derb Moulay Cherif en musée des « années de plomb » (Casablanca, Maroc) by Anissa Habane

“…In the year 2023, where does the patrimonialization process stand? Drawing on the accounts of detainees during the "Years of Lead", scientific papers, written documents and recordings of conferences related to the issue at stake, as well as field observations and several semi-guided interviews conducted in 2023, I will reflect on three different temporalities. …”
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Differential responses of soil C, N, and P ecological stoichiometric characteristics to different configurations of edge-locked forests in the Kubuqi Desert by Xue Chen, Hejun Zuo, Hejun Zuo, Min Yan, Min Yan, Haibing Wang, Haibing Wang, Cheng Xi, Yinchao Chai

“…Both soil SOC and TN content decreased with increasing soil depth, whereas soil TP content displayed no considerable variation among different stand types or soil depths. (2) Based on the N/P threshold hypothesis, N was the limiting nutrient element for the growth of edge-locked forests in the region. (3) The understory soils of different configurations of edge-locked forests mainly comprised sand. …”
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