Fatigue State Evaluation of Urban Railway Transit Drivers Using Psychological, Biological, and Physical Response Signals by Hao Wu, Yubo Jiao, Chaozhe Jiang, Tong Wang, Jiangbo Yu

“…., fatigue state) is critical in improving the safety of urban rail transit operations. …”
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Investigating The Competence Of Spiritual Care Among Nurses Working In Teaching Hospitals Affiliated With Shahid Sadoughi University Of Medical Sciences In Yazd, 2023 by Roohollah Askari, Hassan Jafari, Arefeh Dehghani Tafti, Neda Futuhi Tafti

“…Strengthening their competence in spiritual care is critical in ensuring holistic healthcare delivery. …”
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Transcriptome-wide identification and characterization of WUSCHEL-related homeobox (WOX) gene family in Pinus yunnanensis by Junfei Xu, Zhaoliu Hu, Sili Chen, Junrong Tang, Lin Chen, Peizhen Chen, Nianhui Cai, Yulan Xu

“…Abstract WUSCHEL-related homeobox (WOX), a specific gene family in plants, plays a critical role during stem cell regulation, plant regeneration and upgrowth. …”
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Predictive value of serum procalcitonin level for the diagnosis of bloodstream infections in hematological patients by Qi Sun, Qingsong Lin, Yanxia Lv, Zhiying Tian, Qiushuang Yan, Yaqing Yu, Xue Fu, Hongjing Yao, Fujun Sun, Yonghui Xia, Guoqing Zhu, Sizhou Feng

“…Abstract Objectives Procalcitonin (PCT) is a critical diagnostic biomarker for bacterial infections in patients. …”
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Hyperadaptor; Temperature-insensitive tensile properties of Ni-based high-entropy alloy a wide temperature range by Hyojin Park, Sujung Son, Soung Yeoul Ahn, Hyojeong Ha, Rae Eon Kim, Jae Heung Lee, Hyo Moon Joo, Jung Gi Kim, Hyoung Seop Kim

“…Our findings highlight the potential of Ni-based HEA for demanding applications in aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors, establishing them as pioneering materials in alloy development.HIGHLIGHTS Introduces the concept of ‘Hyperadaptor’ materials, which exhibits minimal environmental sensitivity, and demonstrates Ni-based high-entropy alloys (HEAs) as prime examples, showing consistent mechanical properties across a wide temperature range from 77 K to 873 K.Demonstrates minimal temperature sensitivity of Ni-based HEA through analyses of nano-sized L12 precipitates and high stacking fault energy, enhancing strength and ductility.Employs various characterization techniques, including EBSD, ECCI, and TEM, to illustrate the dislocation slip-induced plasticity and precipitation hardening, achieving temperature-independent mechanical performance.Validates the potential of Ni-based HEAs for critical applications in the aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors, emphasizing their consistent mechanical properties under extreme temperature fluctuations.…”
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The Impact of Nurses' Disaster Preparedness Competencies on Public Health Center Resilience in Disaster-Prone Areas: A cross-sectional study by Moh Ikram Dg Sirua, Balqis Balqis, Muhammad Alwy Arifin, Indar Indar, Syamsuar Manyullei

“… Background: Disaster-prone areas need resilient health centers to ensure effective health management services and emergency response during earthquakes and tsunamis. Nurses play a critical role in disaster risk reduction which is essential to improving health center resilience. …”
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Biodiversity futures: digital approaches to knowledge and conservation of biological diversity by H. Freitas, H. Freitas, A. C. Gouveia, A. C. Gouveia

“…By providing science and technology stakeholders with recommendations on accelerating the role of digital technologies in biodiversity knowledge and conservation, it aims to catalyse impactful change in this critical field of devising brighter futures for biodiversity and humanity.…”
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Targeting natural antioxidant polyphenols to protect neuroinflammation and neurodegenerative diseases: a comprehensive review by Maroua Jalouli, Md Ataur Rahman, Partha Biswas, Hasanur Rahman, Abdel Halim Harrath, In-Seon Lee, In-Seon Lee, Sojin Kang, Jinwon Choi, Moon Nyeo Park, Bonglee Kim, Bonglee Kim

“…Furthermore, polyphenols have demonstrated their therapeutic potential through the regulation of key signaling pathways such as Akt, Nrf2, STAT, and MAPK, which play critical roles in neuroprotection and the body’s immune response. …”
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Integrating behavioral and neurophysiological insights: High trait anxiety enhances observational fear learning by Xianchao Ming, Ganzhong Luo, Jinxia Wang, Haoran Dou, Hong Li, Yi Lei

“…These findings highlight the critical role of trait anxiety as a significant risk factor in the development of anxiety disorders.…”
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Reimagining Global Health: Accelerating Change for a Sustainable Future by Melissa Salm, Ala Alwan, Maureen Lichtveld, Patricia J. García, Peter H. Kilmarx, Nelson K. Sewankambo, Rebecca Martin, Tahmeed Ahmed, Judith N. Wasserheit

“…Such an assessment is also critical for progress in promoting equity, including decolonizing global health. …”
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Anatomical alterations: biparietal thinning in antiquity. Review of published cases and a new case by Nicol Rossetti, Roberta Fusco, Arianna Vanni, Francesca Garanzini, Alessandra Mazzucchi, Marta Licata

“…Cranial anatomical variations, such as biparietal thinning, offer critical insights into the health and living conditions of ancient populations. …”
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The SGLT-2 Inhibitors and their Role in the Treatment of Heart Failure - A Review of Literature by Silvia Ciraolo, Agnieszka Kulczycka-Rowicka, Joanna Wojda, Katarzyna Lesiczka-Fedoryj, Anna Walczak, Zuzanna Kościuszko, Adam Sobiński, Matylda Czerwonka, Katarzyna Kurza, Julianna Podolec

“…While several mechanisms have been proposed, further research is necessary to rule which are most critical. The benefits observed with SGLT2 inhibitors stress their potential as a cornerstone in HF management, regardless of a patient’s diabetes status.       …”
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The Impact of Reich’s Vegetotherapy on Emotional Regulation and Postural Balance in Military Personnel: A Non-Pharmacological Approach to Combat Stress by Sana Khadhrani, Imed Touhemi, Amri Hammami, Chiraz Goumni, Jihen Khalfoun, Mohanad Omar, Rebai Haithem, Abderraouf Ben Abderrahman

“…This study examines the effectiveness of Reich’s vegetotherapy (VGT), an alternative non-pharmacological intervention, in improving these critical areas among military personnel. A total of 29 soldiers, with an average age of 30, were randomly assigned to either an experimental group (EG; 15 soldiers) or a control group (CG; 14 soldiers). …”
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Nonlinear responses of ecosystem carbon fluxes to precipitation change in a semiarid grassland by Hua Chai, Hua Chai, Jianying Ma, Jinwei Zhang, Junqin Li, Bo Meng, Chengliang Wang, Duofeng Pan, Jie Li, Wei Sun, Xuhui Zhou

“…Carbon (C) fluxes in semiarid grasslands subject to precipitation variability play a critical role in the terrestrial C cycle. However, how ecosystem C fluxes respond to variability in precipitation (both decreases and increases precipitation along a gradient) remains unclear. …”
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Analog parallel processor for broadband multifunctional integrated system based on silicon photonic platform by Na Qian, Defu Zhou, Haowen Shu, Ming Zhang, Xingjun Wang, Daoxin Dai, Xiao Deng, Weiwen Zou

“…Breaking the bandwidth and speed limitations of the single-computing core along with further exploring the multichannel potential of this architecture, we anticipate that the proposed APP will accelerate the development of powerful opto-electronic processors as critical support for applications such as satellite networks and intelligent driving.…”
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5G Fronthaul in Modular P4: eCPRI Protocol Processing and Precise BMv2 Timestamps for PTP-1588 by Atabak Nojavan, Bill Pontikakis, Francois-Raymond Boyer, Yvon Savaria

“…This paper demonstrates the use of P4 to achieve modular eCPRI protocol processing and enhanced PTP-1588 synchronization, both critical for 5G fronthaul applications in Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) environments. …”
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Optimization of microwave vacuum drying of pineapples: A three-stage approach by Wei-Mon Yan, Chu-Yu Chen, Bo-Lin Chen, Mohammad Amani, Liang-Han Chien, Wen-Ken Li

“…Initial ANOVA identified critical factors, including temperature control, microwave power density, vacuum pressure, and carousel speed. …”
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Data-driven modeling of open circuit voltage hysteresis for LiFePO4 batteries with conditional generative adversarial network by Lisen Yan, Jun Peng, Zeyu Zhu, Heng Li, Zhiwu Huang, Dirk Uwe Sauer, Weihan Li

“…An accurate estimation of open circuit voltage considering hysteresis is critical for precise modeling of LiFePO4 batteries. …”
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Nitrogen source orchestrates pH modulation and secondary metabolism in Trichoderma harzianum by Stefania Vitale, Felice Salzano, Alessia Staropoli, Roberta Marra, David Turrà, Matteo Lorito, Francesco Vinale

“…Abstract Background The efficacy of biocontrol agents depends critically on their environmental adaptability, with nutrient availability being a key determinant of their success. …”
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Investigating the role of endocytosis in the uptake of photoassimilates in Gracilariopsis lemaneiformis (Rhodophyta) by Haihong Chen, Ziyan Shi, Hongxin Ji, Shengqi Ye, Xiaoqian Zhou, Zhijie dan, Xin Shen

“…Abstract Background The translocation of photoassimilates is a critical process that links the source and sink in plants, playing an irreplaceable role in maintaining source-sink balance, ensuring plant growth and development, and the formation of yield. …”
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