PPAR-δ in Vascular Pathophysiology by Nanping Wang

“…Therefore, it is suggested that PPAR-δ may have critical roles in cardiovascular pathophysiology and is a potential target for therapeutic intervention of cardiovascular disorders such as atherosclerosis.…”
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Recent Advances on Renewable and Biodegradable Cellulose Nanopaper Substrates for Transparent Light-Harvesting Devices: Interaction with Humid Environment by Alessandra Operamolla

“…However, some advances need to be done in the direction of increasing CNP stability in humid environment without compromising its remarkable advantages. This review critically points at these aspects, presenting an overview of state-of-art solutions to enhance nanopaper stability in a humid environment.…”
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«Let’s remember everyone by name»: reflecting on the martyrology of the victims of Civil War in Omsk region by V. V. Kalinovsky

“…The features of the author’s approach, chosen as key criteria in the preparation of the publication, are critically comprehended. The use of a theoretical set, consisting of the principle of consistency, problematic and comparative historical methods, allows us to present the analyzed work as a striking phenomenon of historical science. …”
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A pan-European perspective of third space professionals located in learning and teaching centres by Graham William Scott, Manuel Joao Costa, Mike Ewen, Catherine Lillie, Helene Peterbauer, Oliver Vettori, Carina Weiß, Johanna Warm, Aune Valk, Mari Karm, Hanna-Britt Soots, Guðrún Geirsdóttir, Francesco Magni, Laura Sara Agrati, Nikos Basbas, Daniela Căprioară, Mihai Girtu, Gunvor Larsson Torstensdotter, Peter Dalenius, Josefine Kilborn, Berrin Yanıkkaya, Mehmet Korman, Denizalp Şimşek, Toprak Cem Savaş

“… During 2023, the European University Association brought together members of 10 Learning and Teaching Centres from 10 European countries to explore the development and strategic benefits of Learning and Teaching Centres. Through critical self-reflection and active dialogue, the group developed a consensus on the positive value of active collaboration between academic, administrative, and third space professional staff in the effective functioning of Learning and Teaching Centres. …”
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Comparative rheological evaluation of associative thickeners in water-based paint: Influence of polymeric binder and thickener concentration by Cibangwa M.K, Ikhu-Omoregbe D, Nomnqa M

“…Importantly, a correlation between rheology and optical attributes such as gloss and opacity has been established, highlighting rheology's critical role in optimizing paint formulations for application and aesthetic performance. …”
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Anonymous Aggregator Election and Data Aggregation in Wireless Sensor Networks by Tamás Holczer, Levente Buttyán

“…In mission critical cyber-physical systems, dependability is an important requirement at all layers of the system architecture. …”
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Use of Recombinant Antigens for the Diagnosis of Invasive Candidiasis by Ana Laín, Natalia Elguezabal, Elena Amutio, Iñigo Fernández de Larrinoa, María Dolores Moragues, José Pontón

“…Invasive candidiasis is a frequent and often fatal complication in immunocompromised and critically ill patients. Unfortunately, the diagnosis of invasive candidiasis remains difficult due to the lack of specific clinical symptoms and a definitive diagnostic method. …”
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Management of Powdery Mildew in Beans by Qingren Wang, Shouan Zhang, Teresa Olczyk

“…Accurately identifying this disease and immediately taking action for control are critical to effectively prevent spread of powdery mildew in order to reduce significant losses of yield and quality. …”
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Spontaneous Tumor Lysis Syndrome Secondary to Small-Cell Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Unknown Origin: A Rare Case Report and Literature Review by Phyo Thazin Myint, Hifza Waheed Butt, Taha Alrifai, Carlos Marin

“…Timely recognition and intervention of STLS is critical. Further studies evaluating STLS in solid tumor patients are recommended.…”
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Die pastorale gesprek binne 'n narratiewe diakonale pastoraat by PR van Heerden, DJ Kotzé

“…This is followed by an exploration of alternative stories that may be indicative of a more preferred life. Criticism that may arise from a Biblical perspective is attended to. …”
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An integrated approach using proximity labelling and chemical crosslinking to probe in situ host-virus protein–protein interactions by Jiaqi Li, Zhewang Lin

“…Host-virus interactions are critically important for various stages of the viral replication cycle. …”
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Planning Disaster, Successful Event, and Uncertain Future: The Twin Cases of the World Expo 2015 and Innovation District in Milan by Luca Gaeta, Stefano Di Vita

“…This contradiction did not prevent the development of potential; however, it has accentuated criticalities and uncertainties, which call for reflection in urban planning studies.…”
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A Review of Indirect Bridge Monitoring Using Passing Vehicles by Abdollah Malekjafarian, Patrick J. McGetrick, Eugene J. OBrien

“…This paper presents a critical review of indirect methods for bridge monitoring and provides discussion and recommendations on the challenges to be overcome for successful implementation in practice.…”
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Prediction of Vibration Velocity of Bench Blasting Reflecting Negative Elevation Effect by Xiaojun Zhang, Jianjun Shi

“…In the field of mine blasting practice, accurate prediction of blasting vibration is considered as a critical task. In accordance with the theory of elastic wave, the reflection of blasting vibration wave at the interface of negative elevation is analyzed in this paper. …”
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Issues and challenges of Internet DNS security by Ning HU, Wen-ping DENG, Su YAO

“…The domain name system is a critical component of the Internet infrastructure,which maps host names to IP ad-dresses and is involved in most Internet transactions.DNS security has a profound effect on the overall security of Internet and it is also a vital research content of Internet security.In order to improve the security capability of DNS,many enhanced protocols,monitoring mechanisms and best practices were proposed.But recent DNS attack events indicate there are still many recent major research challenges of DNS security problems.The existing achievements and challenges were summarized and discussed,which included security enhanced,behavior monitoring and privacy protection.…”
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Developing English Language Teachers’ Action Research Competencies Through an Exploratory Action Research Project by Lakshmana Rao Pinninti

“…Data reveal that each participating teacher critically reflected on the teaching context, selected a research question, collected and interpreted evidence, designed and evaluated an action, and disseminated their research. …”
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Bologne et Naples au prisme des biens communs : pluralité et exemplarité de projets de gestion « commune » de l’urbain by Simone Ranocchiari, Christophe Mager

“…From the presentation of these policies, this article develops a critical approach to the concept of “common good”, arguing the need to think about common as a political principle rather than as an object.…”
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IMPLEMENTATION OF GENERATIVE AI AS TOOL FOR MARKETING COMMUNICATION SEMINARS IN UNIVERSITIES by Radek Turčáni

“…The findings suggest that incorporating Generative AI tools into educational frameworks fosters critical thinking and practical skills, essential for contemporary marketing professionals. …”

Difficult Internal Jugular Central Venous Cannulation Using J-Tip Guidewire with Indwelling Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheters by Preeti Anand, Minal Joshi, Khaja Ahmed, Joel Yarmush

“…Central venous cannulation is a commonly performed procedure while managing critically ill patients; increasingly we encounter patients with indwelling wires or devices, like pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator devices, and peripherally inserted central venous catheters which complicate insertion of central venous catheters further. …”
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La écfrasis en el Libro de Alexandre, un proyecto de edición digital para el estudio de la poesía clerical castellana del siglo XIII con minimal computing by Gabriel A. Calarco

“…Firstly, I explain the reasons for the editorial proposal, which does not have as goal the publishing of a new complete critical text, but a selection of fragments related to the topic of my doctoral research, the use of the ekphrasis in the poem. …”
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