Network Design and Route Analysis Using Outside Plant by Isaac Adjaye Aboagye, Nii Longdon Sowah, Wiafe Owusu-Banahene, Aryee Shaelijah, Margaret Ansah Richardson, Emmanuel Baah-Boadi

“…These networks often involve the installation of cables, conduits, cabinets, poles, and other infrastructure elements to connect various locations. …”
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The impact of attitude towards an e-tax system on tax compliance of Vietnamese enterprises: Adoption of an e-tax system as a mediator by Ha Thi Hai Do, Yen Thi Hai Mac, Hoa Thi Van Tran, Thuy Thi Le Nguyen

“…The findings of the study suggest some policy implications for improving tax compliance in Vietnam including (1) continuously improving the information technology infrastructure for both tax authorities and enterprises; (2) widely disseminating tax law and providing support services to enterprises; (3) upgrading the e-tax system to ensure the effective coordination between tax authorities, tax officials, enterprises, and other authorities in applying e-tax; (4) consolidating the supervision and assessment of the adoption of e-tax; (5) promoting information and education on the perception of complying with the tax law for taxpayers in particular and the entire population in general; (6) developing a tax administration strategy based on tax compliance.…”
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Regional climatic changes and their impact on the level of avalanche hazard in East Kazakhstan by Olga Petrova, Natalya Denissova, Gulzhan Daumova, Yelena Ivashchenko, Evgeny Sergazinov

“…This study is the first in the East Kazakhstan region, which presents the results of a comprehensive analysis of data on 497 avalanche-prone sites, of which 325 sites pose a threat to life and infrastructure. 10 most dangerous sites have been selected for detailed study. …”
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Risk prediction models for feeding intolerance in patients with enteral nutrition: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Huijiao Chen, Jin Han, Jing Li, Jianhua Xiong, Dong Wang, Mingming Han, Yuehao Shen, Wenli Lu

“…Future research faces challenges in validating model accuracy across populations, enhancing interpretability for clinical use, and overcoming dataset limitations.ObjectiveTo thoroughly examine studies that have been published on feeding intolerance risk prediction models for enteral nutrition patients.DesignConducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies.MethodsA comprehensive search of the literature was conducted using a range of databases, including China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Database, China Science and Technology Journal Database (VIP), SinoMed, PubMed, Web of Science, The Cochrane Library, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) and Embase. …”
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Therapeutic potential of short-chain fatty acids for acute lung injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical animal studies by Liying Xie, Linyan Wang, Yongxin Liao, Miaoen Yao, Miaoen Yao, Miaoen Yao, Tong Mai, Rongrong Fan, Rongrong Fan, Rongrong Fan, Yun Han, Yun Han, Yun Han, Gengbiao Zhou, Gengbiao Zhou, Gengbiao Zhou

“…A comprehensive search for relevant studies was conducted in the PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) databases up to February 2024. The data were extracted in accordance with the established selection criteria, and the risk of bias was evaluated for each study.ResultsA total of 16 articles were finally included in the meta-analysis. …”
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Cohort profile: the Western Cape Pregnancy Exposure Registry (WCPER) by Landon Myer, Amy L Slogrove, Ushma Mehta, Mary-Ann Davies, Max Kroon, Greg Petro, Alexa Heekes, Andrew Boulle, Karen Fieggen, Chantal Stewart, Ayesha Osman, Natasha Rhoda, Emma Kalk, Florence Phelanyane, Jonathan Euvrard, Stefan Gebhardt, Kim Anderson

“…Analysis of key obstetric and neonatal health indicators derived from the PER are consistent with the aggregate data in the District Health Information System.Future plans This represents significant infrastructure, able to address clinical and epidemiological concerns in a low/middle-income setting.…”
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The Role of Human Agency in Global Urban Health by Kai Michael Gensitz, Catherine Woods, Tadhg MacIntyre, Claudio R. Nigg

“…The health indicators and measurement modalities are illustrated with example interventions that use nature-based solutions (e.g., green infrastructure) and emerging technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence) within urban settings to mitigate adverse health impacts of global health challenges. …”
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Pengembangan Business Intelligence Dashboard untuk Monitoring Aktivitas Pariwisata (Studi Kasus: Dinas Pariwisata Provinsi Bali) by Evan Himawan Saragih, I Putu Agung Bayupati, Gusti Agung Ayu Putri

“…Based on this, local governments need strategies and decisions in the development of facilities and infrastructure that can support the development and progress of tourism in Bali. …”
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Spatial-temporal baseline study of nutrients and trace elements characterization of a large tropical transition system in West Africa by Celso Paulo, João A. Carreiras, Susanne Tanner, Carmen Van-Dúnem dos Santos, Vanessa F. Fonseca, Bernardo Duarte

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Diagnostic methods employing kidney biomarkers clinching biosensors as promising tools by Neelam Yadav, Jagriti Narang, Anil Kumar Chhillar, Jogender Singh Rana, Mohd Usman Mohd Siddique, El-Refaie Kenawy, Saad Alkahtani, Mohd Neyaz Ahsan, Amit Kumar Nayak, Md Saquib Hasnain

“…They also necessitate equipped laboratory infrastructure, specific instruments, highly trained personnel working on these instruments, and monitoring kidney patients. …”
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Toward a circular carbon economy: Production of green C1 compounds through high-temperature CO2 electrolysis by Nan Zheng, Jing Zhu, Haitao Zhu, Jin Xuan, Haoran Xu, Meng Ni

“…Ultimately, this paper proposes a circular economy framework as an innovative solution to the resource challenges inherent in developing a sustainable, green infrastructure for the chemicals and energy sectors. Broader context: The carbon cycle economy is an approach that focuses on managing and reducing carbon emissions through a loop system that encompasses reducing, reusing, recycling, and removing. …”
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Eu:CROPIS AIV Program: Challenges and Solutions for a Spin-Stabilized Satellite Containing Biology by Toni Delovski, Catherin Düvel, Fabian Greif, Ansgar Heidecker, Sebastian Kottmeier, Olaf Mierheim, Falk Nohka, Fabian Orlowski-Feldhusen

“…In consequence, the clean room facilities of the DLR Institute of Space Systems had to be certified to BSL-1 and new test infrastructure had to be procured in a short time frame to cover for acceptance testing. …”
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Utilizing multidisciplinary mobile outreach clinics to provide comprehensive diabetic foot care to patients experiencing homelessness by Kris M. Boelitz, MD, Jaeyoung Lee, BS, Michael D. Pepin, BS, Yiming Zhang, MS, Mallory Gibbons, MSN, NP, Frances J. Lagana, DPM, Shahida Balaparya, EdD, MBA, RVT, Lindsey Carr, Jessin Varghese, BS, NP, Caitlin Sorensen, MD, Jessica P. Simons, MD, MPH, Douglas Jones, MS, MD, Andres Schanzer, MD, Tammy T. Nguyen, MD, PhD

“…By using the physical infrastructure established by partner organizations, the MMCs were able to integrate, at low cost, into existing community services to reach the target population. …”
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Management of mangrove landscape and ecosystem for ecotourism by H.T. Silalahi, M. Basyuni, E.Y. Aritonang, B. Slamet, K.S. Hartini, A. Wee

“…The findings of this study highlight the significance of ecotourism and emphasize the importance of expanding ecotourism initiatives, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting environmental awareness.…”
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Scaling climate information services and climate smart agriculture through bundled business models by Desire M. Kagabo, Livingstone Byandaga, Patrick Gatsinzi, Patrick Mvuyibwami, Yvonne U. Munyangeri, Nasson Ntwari, Mathieu Ouedraogo

“…Drawing on the synthesis analysis of available relevant publications, we devised a 1–5 scale evaluation framework based on nine scaling readiness indicators—technology, impact, bundling, infrastructure, relevance, evidence, barriers, sustainability, and value addition—to assign scalability scores to 29 business cases with bundled CIS-CSA products and services across Africa and Asia. …”
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Achieving reliable patient reported outcomes collection to measure health care improvement in a learning health network: lessons from pediatric rheumatology care and outcomes impro... by Nancy Pan, Nancy Pan, Esi M. Morgan, Meghan Ryan, Beth Gottlieb, Beth Gottlieb, Julia G. Harris, Julia G. Harris, Tzielan Lee, Tzielan Lee, Y. Ingrid Goh, Y. Ingrid Goh

“…Barriers to PRO collection cited were limited time, lack of infrastructure, and lack of staff. Completion rates of PROs in the registry in top 4 performing centers for morning stiffness was 100%, overall well-being and pain intensity scores ranged from 93%–98%, and for physical function 69%–94%. …”
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Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Training in Improving Outcomes for Dialysis Patients: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Xin Kang, Yiping Zhang, Chaonan Sun, Jiaxin Zhang, Zhe Che, Jinhui Zang, Rongzhi Zhang

“…Comprehensive searches were performed across major databases, including China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang database, China Science and Technology Journal Database, China Biomedical Literature database, Cochrane library, Web of Science, PubMed, and Embase, encompassing all studies up to December 2023. …”
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Point-of-care tests in the emergency medical services: a scoping review by T. H. M. Moore, S. Dawson, K. Kirby, R. Body, A. Thompson, Y. O. Adepoju, R. Perry, H. Nicholson, J. Dinnes, K. Mitchell, J. Savović, S. Voss, J. R. Benger

“…Investment in funding and infrastructure is needed to support the research pathway for potential POCTs beyond diagnostic accuracy to designs able to assess clinical effectiveness, acceptability and economic effectiveness.…”
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Digital technologies for water use and management in agriculture: Recent applications and future outlook by Carlos Parra-López, Saker Ben Abdallah, Guillermo Garcia-Garcia, Abdo Hassoun, Hana Trollman, Sandeep Jagtap, Sumit Gupta, Abderrahmane Aït-Kaddour, Sureerat Makmuang, Carmen Carmona-Torres

“…However, several barriers to widespread adoption are identified, including high implementation costs, lack of technical expertise, data management challenges, and infrastructure and connectivity constraints. The study concludes by suggesting priorities for future research and development, highlighting the need for integrated technological solutions, improved accessibility and affordability, improved efficiency and sustainability, improved water quality, enhanced data management capabilities, and strategies to address emerging concerns such as cybersecurity and the environmental impact of digital technologies themselves. …”
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Efficacy and Safety of Ultrasound-Guided Radiofrequency Treatment for Chronic Pain in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Yuzhao Huang, Qiufang Deng, Liuqing Yang, Jiahui Ma, Ziyang Wang, Dong Huang, Ling Luo, Haocheng Zhou

“…A systematic review for the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided RF treatment for pain management of KOA patients was carried out in PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Wanfang Data, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) from the date of inception to February 2020, and a meta-analysis was conducted. …”
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