A study on the global patterns in the design and development of ventricular assist devices: a visualization approach by Ajay K. Sood, A. K. Prasada Rao

“…These data are crucial for driving innovation in this field and for improving the lives of patients who depend on VADs. …”
Get full text

Environmental, social, and governance performance: The role of Chinese employee stock ownership plans by Yasi Liu, Shaun McDowell, Chunxiao Xue, Jianing Zhang

“…AcknowledgmentThis study was supported by the Department of Education of Zhejiang Province – General Program (Y202249981, Y202353438), the Wenzhou Association for Science and Technology – Service and Technology Innovation Program (jczc0254), the Wenzhou-Kean University Student Partnering with Faculty Research Program (WKUSPF202404, WKUSPF202411), the Wenzhou-Kean University International Collaborative Research Program (ICRP2023002, ICRP2023004), and the Wenzhou-Kean University Internal Research Support Program (IRSPG202205, IRSPG202206).…”
Get full text

Tools to improve discharge equity: Protocol for the pilot TIDE trial by Kirsten Austad, Cecilia Thai, Alegna Zavatti, Nhi Nguyen, Diana Bautista-Hurtado, Patrick Kenney, Noelia Lugo, Joo H. Lee, Howard Lanney, Ziming Xuan, Erika G. Cordova-Ramos, Mari-Lynn Drainoni, Brian Jack

“…., most hospitals do not routinely provide discharge instructions in their preferred language, thereby placing them at higher risk for medical errors and hospital readmission. Innovative solutions to close this implementation gap at hospital discharge for patients with NELP are needed. …”
Get full text

Human umbilical cord derived-mesenchymal stem cells alleviate lipid metabolism disturbances of hepatocytes via mitochondrial transport by Jing Xue, Xiangnan Hu, Suying Xia, Pengfei Ren, Aihong Wang

“…Conclusion: UC-MSCs improve lipid metabolism in HepG2 cells through TNT mediated mitochondrial transport, indicating that mitochondria transfer-based therapies may be an innovative and promising therapeutic strategy for NAFLD.…”
Get full text

Analysis of the spatial pattern and causes of ecological environmental quality in Myanmar based on the RSEI model and the Geodetector-GCCM method by Shuangfu Shi, Shuangfu Shi, Shuangyun Peng, Shuangyun Peng, Zhiqiang Lin, Zhiqiang Lin, Bangmei Huang, Dongling Ma, Dongling Ma, Ziyi Zhu, Ziyi Zhu, Yilin Zhu, Yilin Zhu, Rui Zhang, Ting Li

“…This study took Myanmar as the research area, employing a Remote Sensing Ecological Index (RSEI) model and spatial autocorrelation analysis to quantitatively evaluate the spatial distribution characteristics of Myanmar’s EEQ in 2020 and reveal its spatial dependence. Furthermore, by innovatively integrating the Geodetector and Geographical Convergent Cross Mapping (GCCM) methods, this study systematically analyzed the impacts and causal relationships of various factors on the spatiotemporal differentiation of EEQ. …”
Get full text

What integrated care means from an older person’s perspective? A scoping review protocol by Amy Marshall, Manasi Murthy Mittinty, Gillian Harvey

“…Introduction According to the 2013 WHO Global Forum on Innovation for Ageing Populations, disabilities and morbidities associated with ageing could be minimised by accessing preventive care. …”
Get full text

A Resource-Efficient Multi-Entropy Fusion Method and Its Application for EEG-Based Emotion Recognition by Jiawen Li, Guanyuan Feng, Chen Ling, Ximing Ren, Xin Liu, Shuang Zhang, Leijun Wang, Yanmei Chen, Xianxian Zeng, Rongjun Chen

“…Such performances are remarkable when considering limited data resources as a concern, which opens possibilities for an innovative entropy fusion method that can help to design portable EEG-based emotion-aware devices for daily usage.…”
Get full text

Impact of glioma metabolism-related gene ALPK1 on tumor immune heterogeneity and the regulation of the TGF-β pathway by YaoFeng Hu, Sen Qin, RuCui Deng

“…Comprehensive analyses revealed that high-risk groups exhibited greater expression of specific genes, with ALPK1 showing significant correlations with immune regulation.ConclusionThis research employed a multi-dataset strategy and various methods to clarify the differences in metabolic traits and immune conditions in glioma patients, while creating an innovative prognostic risk evaluation framework. These results offer fresh perspectives on the intricate biological processes that define gliomas.…”
Get full text

Trends and periodicities in Krishna Basin rainfall/extremes found via hierarchical analysis by Gaurav Pakhale, Rakesh Khosa, A.K. Gosain

“…Methods include the Mann–Kendall trend test, Innovative Trend Analysis (ITA), Hurst's Rescaled Range (He) Analysis, and Wavelets.The results show variations in rainfall and extreme event patterns across KRB subsystems. …”
Get full text

Functional outcome of the three-stitch technique of humerus nailing for comminuted shaft humerus fractures by Sachin Kale, Bhushan Patil, Garvit Khatod, Pramod Bhor, Gursimran Sandhu, Venkatsh Jyoti, Rohan Baruah, Sachiti Kale, Rahul Ghodke, Joydeep Dey

“…Background: Intramedullary nailing for comminuted shaft humerus fractures has emerged as an innovative and advantageous surgical approach, particularly in cases with significant soft tissue injuries complicating open reduction and internal fixation. …”
Get full text

Promoting COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance through Community Engagement: An Ethnographic Study in Ghana by Matilda Aberese-Ako, Wisdom Ebelin, Phidelia Theresa Doegah, Mawulom Kuatewo, Lebene Kpodo, Atsu Godsway Kpordorlor, Robert Kaba Alhassan, Atubiga Alobit Baba, Senanu Djokoto, Evelyn K. Ansah

“…Government officials used innovative approaches such as comparing the safety of COVID-19 vaccines to vaccines designed for children under the age of five years to deal with misinformation. …”
Get full text

Decarbonization and technology cost drivers: considerations for potential future thermoelectric water use in the power sector by Stuart Cohen, Raquel Valdez, Vincent Tidwell, Saroj Khanal, Thushara Gunda

“…The power sector is currently undergoing significant changes, driven by a combination of factors, including decarbonization and technology innovation. This study aims to assess implications of these drivers on U.S. power sector technology futures and the associated water and environmental implications for cooling thermoelectric power plants. …”
Get full text

Experience of using the interactive form of masters’ midterm assessment in a foreign language by Olga V. Igumnova

“…The author suggests discussing the practicability of using three forms of the exam: traditional and innovative with the use of two options for organizing interactive work of students in the masters program at the exam in the form of a presentation and discussion of advanced research directions related to criminology, criminal and penal law. …”
Get full text

What enabled the successful implementation of a quality certification initiative in Bhavnagar, Gujarat? A policy analysis case study. by K Shruti Lekha, Sudha Ramani, Harsha Joshi, Preet Verma, Sumit Malhotra, Tapasvi Puwar, Chandramani Kumar, Ankita Shah, Anish Sinha, Deepak Saxena

“…The district's mid-level operational team on quality has engaged with innovative solutions to solve checklist-related hurdles in infrastructure like establishing a temporary fire-escape or installing screens between rooms for additional space. …”
Get full text

Competitive advantages of the organization as a guarantee of its high competitiveness by Оksana Koshchii

“…It is proven that nowadays a special role in the formation of competitive advantages of the organization is played by its ability to create a developed communication system, use the advantages of the international division of labor, take into account geopolitical factors and the ability to develop and use various innovations. The following approaches can be used to form and develop the organization's competitive advantages: a consumer-oriented approach; competitor-oriented approach; resource approach. …”
Get full text

Modern Pedagogical Approaches in the System of Engineering Education by L. V. Orinina, I. V. Kashuba, N. V. Dyorina, E. V. Rabina

“…The article aims at studying the specifics of the psychological and pedagogical competence of future engineers in the structure of the educational process and in relation to the use of innovative and effective educational technologies. At present, the general issues of humanization and pedagogical and methodological support of the educational process are of great importance in light of the need to increase the academic mobility of university graduates who choose to work at universities. …”
Get full text

Malaria Microscopy Competency in the Subnational Verification, China: Implications for Malaria Elimination and the Prevention of Malaria Reestablishment by Mei Li, Fang Huang, Jianhai Yin, He Yan, Shuisen Zhou, Zhigui Xia

“…In conclusion, competent microscopy in subnational verification supported the quality in eliminating malaria in China, while the accurate identification of malaria parasites, especially slides with low parasite density still need to be improved through continuous diagnostic platform construction, continuous technological innovation, and targeted training to prevent reestablishment of malaria transmission.…”
Get full text

A Novel Traffic Analysis Zone Division Methodology Based on Individual Travel Data by Kai Du, Jingni Song, Dan Chen, Ming Li, Yadi Zhu

“…This study proposes an innovative TAZ aggregation model based on travel similarity, integrating public transit smart-card data and GIS data from bus networks. …”
Get full text

Sustainable aquaculture and sea ranching with the use of vaccines: a review by Alma Alfatat, Kwaku Amoah, Kwaku Amoah, Kwaku Amoah, Kwaku Amoah, Kwaku Amoah, Jia Cai, Jia Cai, Jia Cai, Jia Cai, Jia Cai, Yu Huang, Yu Huang, Yu Huang, Yu Huang, Yu Huang, Muhammad Fachri, Hagai Nsobi Lauden, Shaoliang Lyu, Xuefeng Wang, Sahya Maulu, Berchie Asiedu, Syaifiuddin Syaifiuddin

“…Advanced vaccine technologies, including DNA, recombinant, and inactivated vaccines, have demonstrated their potential to transform aquaculture and sea ranching. Innovations like the recombinant DNA vaccine for goldfish using the G protein expressed by baculovirus for spring viremia for carp and the ME-VAC Aqua Strept vaccine for tilapia highlight their ability to reduce antibiotic dependence and support greener practices. …”
Get full text

Barriers and facilitators to implementation of non-medical independent prescribing in primary care in the UK: a qualitative systematic review by Nicola Carey, Judith Edwards, Melaine Coward

“…An inductive thematic synthesis was undertaken to identify descriptive themes and interpret these into higher order analytical themes. The Diffusion of Innovations and Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research were guiding theoretical anchors.Primary and secondary outcome measures N/A.Results Twenty-three articles addressing nurse, pharmacist and physiotherapist IP were included. …”
Get full text