Minimum Dietary Diversity Score and Associated Factors among Pregnant Women at Alamata General Hospital, Raya Azebo Zone, Tigray Region, Ethiopia by Kemal Jemal, Mukemil Awol

“…Consumption of diversified food during pregnancy found very important and critical to determine healthy pregnancy outcome. Low dietary diversity has a major adverse effect on mothers, fetus, and life of new born. …”
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An experimental study on breast cancer discrimination using metasurface-based microwave technology by Kyrillos Youssef, Ahmed H. Abd El-Malek, Haruichi Kanaya, Mohammed Abo-Zahhad

“…In our previously published theoretical paper [1], we introduced a $$2 \times 2$$ 2 × 2 planar metasurface-based array antenna operating at 2.4 GHz to differentiate between these critical stages of breast cancer. In this experimental study, we aim to validate and extend those theoretical predictions through a series of meticulously designed experiments. …”
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Antistaphylococcal Efficacy of Cefepime, Meropenem, and Piperacillin-Tazobactam in Patients with Polymicrobial Infection with MSSA Bacteremia or Pneumonia by Laila M. Najia, Eric Pyles, Arnaldo Lopez-Ruiz, Bibidh Subedi

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Adding zeolite to multi-component fine-grain concrete used for 3D construction printing by A. D. Kogai, A. V. Puzatova, M. A. Dmitrieva, V. N. Leitsin

“…The information is provided about the time it takes for the density of concrete mixture to become critical to ensure its suitability for a 3D printer, which is reduced by 60 to 80 minutes for compositions with the 5–15 % zeolite content compared to the controlling composition, provided that and the mixture suitability period can be optimized by choosing the concentration of zeolite. …”
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A Reference Architecture for Virtual Human Integration in the Metaverse: Enhancing the Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums (GLAM) Sector with AI-Driven Experiences by Orestis Spyrou, William Hurst, Caspar Krampe

“…The digital transformation of the GLAM (galleries, libraries, archives, and museums) sector is a multifaceted process that must address a range of requirements and critical challenges, such as traceability, long-term preservation, and sustainability. …”
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Ensuring Cybersecurity in the Context of Digital Economy Development by I. A. Sheremet

“…The paper provides a detailed analysis of the main types of cyberattacks and outlines their potential impact on critical infrastructures of the digital economy. The author emphasizes that the high level of interdependence of its elements significantly increases destructiveness of the so called chained effects of cyberattacks. …”
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The High Price of Gender Noncompliance: Exploring the Economic Marginality of Trans Women in South Africa by Siyanda Buyile Shabalala, Megan Campbell

“…Such discussions, often lacking intersectionality and narrowly focused on cis women, have frequently overlooked the distinct economic obstacles trans women face in cisheteropatriarchal societies. Grounded in critical trans politics and intersectionality, this research explores the lives of five trans women in South Africa, examining the contextual norms, practices, and policies that shape their experiences of economic inclusion and exclusion. …”
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Development of E-trade of industrial enterprises in the conditions of digital business transformation by Igor Kryvovyazyuk

“…The main goal of the study is to improve theoretical and methodological principles and develop practical recommendations aimed at the development of e-commerce of enterprises in the conditions of digital business transformation. Critical analysis of literature sources and approaches to solving the problem of e-commerce development shows insufficient attention of modern scientists to the researched issues. …”
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Food Insecurity and Coping Strategies in War-Affected Urban Settings of Tigray, Ethiopia by Hafte Gebreselassie Gebrihet, Yibrah Hagos Gebresilassie, Mekonen Aregai Gebreselassie

“…Armed conflict remains a significant global issue, with several studies highlighting its detrimental impact on the affected communities, making it a critical area of research. This study aimed to examine the effects of prolonged armed conflict on food security among urban households in Tigray, Ethiopia, and to examine their coping mechanisms. …”
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Assessing food safety and hygiene practices in old age homes in Mangaung and Lejweleputswa regions, free state by Tshegofatso Nhabe, Ntsoaki J. Malebo

“…Enhancing hygiene infrastructure, conducting frequent inspections, providing regular food safety training, and enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs) are critical for mitigating risks. Strengthening these aspects will contribute to safeguarding the health and well-being of elderly residents.…”
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Predictors of Neonatal Mortality in Ethiopia: A Comprehensive Review of Follow-Up Studies by Derara Girma, Hiwot Dejene, Leta Adugna

“…The SANRA tool was used to critically appraise studies included in the review. …”
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Solvent solutions: comparing extraction methods for edible oils and proteins in a changing regulatory landscape. Part 2: Hazards control☆ by Carré Patrick, dev Borah Chandra, Piofczyk Thomas, Gärtner Maike, Bothe Sarah, Hadjiali Sara

“…Safety is a critical consideration in the oil mill industry, particularly in the context of solvent extraction processes. …”
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Predicting occupational musculoskeletal disorders in South Korean male office workers using a robust and sparse twin support vector machine by Haewon Byeon

“…The study underscores the critical need for multifaceted intervention strategies to address the ergonomic and psychosocial risk factors associated with MSDs among office workers. …”
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Wastewater metagenomics in Africa: Opportunities and challenges. by Stephen Kanyerezi, Fatma Zahra Guerfali, Abbas Abel Anzaku, Oluwasegun Adesina Babaleye, Tracey Calvert-Joshua, Julien Alban Nguinkal, Oluwaseun Paul Amoo, Chiraz Atri, Waqasuddin Khan, Iqra Saleh, M Imran Nisar, Arthur Shem Kasambula, Koketso Morapedi, Gerald Mboowa

“…It can revolutionize public health monitoring by acting as an early warning system for infectious disease outbreaks, offering near real-time data to shape effective responses. This is especially critical in densely populated urban areas with poor sanitation, where the risk of disease spread is high. …”
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Enablers and barriers to community pharmacists' readiness to implement deprescribing of inappropriate medications for older adults in Qatar. by Marwa Elshazly, Sondus Jawad, Ayesha Ahmed, Hager ElGeed, Kazeem Babatunde Yusuff

“…However, a number of critical barriers were identified, and these will require institutional, regulatory and organizational interventions to improve readiness.…”
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Exploring mental health patterns of African international university students in Germany: A review by Jude Tsafack Zefack, Brenda Mbouamba Yankam, Fuanyi Awatboh, Mbonjo Bitsie Dora, Esua Alphonsius Fotindong

“…Mental health issues such as depression and anxiety are prevalent among this group, and understanding the factors that influence their sociocultural and psychological adaptation is critical. This review aims to explore the mental health patterns of African international university students in Germany, focusing on the challenges they face, their psychological adaptation, and access to culturally sensitive mental health services. …”
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Combination of Enrichment Using Gene Ontology and Transcriptomic Analysis Revealed Contribution of Interferon Signaling to Severity of COVID-19 by Hilmi Farhan Ramadhani, Annisa Annisa, Aryo Tedjo, Dimas R. Noor, Wisnu Ananta Kusuma

“…Identification of important proteins associated with hyperinflammation is critical. These proteins can be a potential target either as biomarkers or targets in drug discovery. …”
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Exfoliated Oral Mucosal Cell Micronucleus Frequency Evaluation in Healthy Individuals, Tobacco Users, and Patients with Potentially Malignant Disorders: An Analytical Comparative S... by V Kranthi, S Shylaja, Pallavi Kandi, Mohammed Abidullah, Neeharika Soorneedi, Tummakomma P. Latha

“…Objective: Assessing the prevalence of exfoliated oral mucosal cell micronuclei in tobacco smokers, healthy persons, and patients with potentially malignant diseases (PMDs). A critical comparative investigation. Materials and Procedures: The study included 80 participants divided into four groups: healthy persons, tobacco users without any clinically noticeable oral lesions, patients with leukoplakia, and patients with oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF). …”
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Personal responsibility with health in Cuba: structural analysis and identification of strategic variables by Isabel Pilar Luis Gonzalvez, Adolfo Álvarez Pérez, Yusdanys Torres Jiménez

“…Through non-probabilistic sampling of critical cases, 24 experts were contacted who drew up a list of related variables to the study problem, assigned them and described the relationships between them. …”
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Temporal-Spatial Characteristics and Future Changes of Temperature Extremes in Longtan Watershed Based on Multiple Indices by Chongxun Mo, Shiting Long, Yuli Ruan, Yanping Xie, Xingbi Lei, Shufeng Lai, Guikai Sun, Zhenxiang Xing

“…Understanding changes in temperature extremes is critical to assessing and responding to the risks associated with regional temperature change. …”
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