Microbial dysbiosis in periodontitis and peri-implantitis: pathogenesis, immune responses, and therapeutic by Ziwei Cui, Peng Wang, Weiyue Gao

“…Further research is needed to clarify the mechanisms underlying the transition from peri-implant mucositis to peri-implantitis and to optimize prevention and treatment approaches, considering the complex interactions between the microbiome and host immunity.…”
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Nursing Stress and Thought Control in a Multiperspectival Interpretive Phenomenological Analyses from the United Kingdom, United States and Switzerland by Yumna Ali, Syeda Farhana Kazmi

“…It is essential for nurses to practice mindfulness, meditation, thought control, and stress relief processes to work optimally. Keywords: stress management, thought control, nursing, psychology, qualitative. …”
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Less is more - Retrospective analysis of the two-incision implantation technique for hypoglossal nerve stimulation and comparison of respiratory sensing lead curves against the thr... by Nikhil Thakur, Valentin Krüger, Marcus Czabanka, Johanna Quick-Weller

“…The generated respiratory-sensing curves were categorized by an independent expert blinded to the surgical-technique regarding conduciveness to optimal stimulation. Result: 21 patients were included. 5 were operated with the 3-incision-technique. …”
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Comparative radio‐frequency and crosstalk analysis of carbon‐based nano‐interconnects by Manjit Kaur, Neena Gupta, Sanjeev Kumar, Balwinder Raj, Arun K. Singh

“…Further, AsF5‐doped MLGNRs present the most optimal energy‐delay product results, with values representing 98.6% and 99.6% improvements over their Cu and MWCNT counterparts at a global length of 1000 µm.…”
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DYNAMICS OF HAEMATOLOGICAL AND FUNCTIONAL PARAMETERS OF PEKIN DUCK BLOOD DURING ADMINISTRATION OF ORGANIC SELENIUM PREPARATION by Ye. O. Anisimova, V. V. Pronin, L. V. Kletikova, N. N. Yakimenko

“…The selenium-containing preparation had a positive influence on the carbohydrate metabolism ensuring high level of metabolic processes in birds, contributed to optimal calcium to phosphorus ratio which positively influenced mineral metabolism and development of the locomotor system. …”
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Potassium-pillared Na4FeV(PO4)3@C cathode for high-performance sodium-ion batteries by Jiafeng Zhou, Wei Zhang, Jin Bai, Qingqing Wang, Bo Ding, Hao Gong

“…The kinetic analyses and ex-situ characterizations confirm that a small volume change, the pseudocapacitive- dominated sodium storage behavior and highly reversible redox reaction (Fe2+/3+ and V3+/4+) occur during the electrochemical reaction process. Finally, the optimized K-doped NFVP cathode also demonstrates great potential in practical utilization through the evaluation of electrochemical performance for full cells.…”
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A Novel Power Prediction Model Based on the Clustering Modification Method for a Heavy-Duty Gas Turbine by Jing Kong, Wei Yu, Jinwei Chen, Huisheng Zhang

“…The analysis further highlights that training the model with 70% of the annual data achieves optimal prediction accuracy and stability. Additionally, the model significantly reduces high-error occurrences, with 75% of predictions having errors below 0.2946%. …”
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Ag-Ag2O nanocomposite biosynthesis by mixed bacterial cultivation and effect of the ph on size and optical properties of the nanocomposite by Morad G. S. S. Al-Asbahi, Bashir A. Al-Ofiri, Fuad A. A. Saad, Adnan Alnehia, Muhammad Hadi

“…UV-vis spectroscopy indicated an energy band gap ranging from 1.83 to 1.897 eV, suggesting promising applications for the material. The optimal pH for synthesis, which yielded the smallest particle size as verified by TEM, was identified as 6.5. …”
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Effects of hydrodynamic cavitation combined with snail enzyme treatment on the structure and functional properties of water-soluble dietary fiber in rice husks by Zhigang Quan, Mingming Chen, Dongjie Zhang

“…In summary, the synergistic modification of hydrodynamic cavitation and snail enzyme greatly optimized the structural and functional properties of rice husk SDFs, providing a theoretical basis for its application in the field of hypoglycemic drugs and functional foods.…”
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Ultrasensitive turn-off fluorescent sensor for estimation of the new influenza antiviral prodrug baloxavir marboxil in its pharmaceutical formulation by Amira S. Gouda, Mamdouh R. Rezk, Ahmed M. Abdel-Megied, Hoda M. Marzouk

“…BXM effectively quenches the native fluorescence of N,S-CQDs. Considering the optimal conditions, the fluorescence intensity reduction of N,S-CQDs exhibited a ‘turn-off’ response to BXM at concentrations of 10.0–100.0 ng ml−1, with detection limits of 1.88 ng ml−1 and quantitation limits of 5.69 ng ml−1, respectively. …”
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Teaching and applying telepractice for hearing and balance disorders in Africa in the COVID-19 era and beyond by Katijah Khoza-Shangase

“…Further research is necessary to explore context-specific solutions and optimize the delivery of telepractice services in Africa.…”
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Determinants of nosocomial infections and emerging antibiotic resistance in the Intensive Care Unit: A prospective evidence-based study by Pranali Patil, Amol Muthal, Jignesh Shah, Asavari Raut

“…Conclusions: This study highlights the high incidence rate of ventilator-associated pneumonia, with extensive drug resistance in ICU patients, highlighting the need for an optimized antimicrobial stewardship program to develop effective strategies for the management of nosocomial infections. …”
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The Effectiveness of Chitosan to Increase Body Resistance of Sangkuriang Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Against Aeromonas hydrophila Attack by Mahatma Kresnha Radityo, Rosidah, Walim Lili, Roffi Grandiosa Herman

“… This research aims to determine the optimal dose of chitosan that is appropriate to be given to commercial feed in increasing the immune system of sangkuriang catfish fry. …”
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Efficient removal of lead (II) from paint factory wastewater using Noug stalk activated carbon: A sustainable adsorption approach by Getasew Yirdaw

“…This study aimed to evaluate the efficiency of Noug stalk activated carbon in removing lead (II) from paint factory effluent under optimized conditions. Laboratory experiments were conducted to assess the performance of Noug stalk activated carbon in treating wastewater from a paint factory. …”
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Synthesis of a Cationic Polyacrylamide under UV Initiation and Its Flocculation in Estrone Removal by Jiaoxia Sun, Xiqin Ma, Xiang Li, Jianxin Fan, Qingkong Chen, Xuelian Liu, Jin Pan

“…Besides, with the introduction of hydrophobic groups (phenyl group), an irregular and porous surface morphology and a favorable thermal stability of the PADA were observed by SEM and TG/DSC analyses, respectively. At the optimal condition (pH = 7, flocculant dosage = 4.0 mg/L and E1 concentration = 0.75 mg/L), an excellent E1 flocculation performance (E1 removal rate: 90.1%, floc size: 18.3 μm, and flocculation kinetics: 22.69×10-4 s−1) was acquired by using the efficient flocculant PADA-3 (cationic degree = 40%, and intrinsic viscosity = 6.30 dL·g−1). …”
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Study on Mg segregation, microstructure evolution and fracture behavior of hot-press sintered (TiC+B4C)/6061Al composites after T4 heat treatment by Zhaosong Liu, Zongan Luo, Xin Zhang, Yingying Feng, Jinsong Yang

“…With the increase of solution temperature, the recrystallization volume fraction of the aluminum matrix in T4 (TiC + B4C)/6061Al composites first increased and then decreased slightly, the hardness and strength of T4 (TiC + B4C)/6061Al composites increased gradually, the plasticity first increased and then decreased. An optimal balance between strength and plasticity in T4 (TiC + B4C)/6061Al composites can be achieved at the solution temperature of 530 °C.…”
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Analysis of the use of digital technologies at enterprises of the shipbuilding industry of the military-industrial complex by Lipatnikov Vitalii, Smirnova Ol'ga, Lebedkin Pavel

“…Digital modeling of the product path from production to release to the market makes it possible to optimize processes even before the start of physical work, which reduces costs associated with product defects. …”
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Delving into discrepancies, a single-center experience with Accelerate Pheno for gram-negative bacteremia, a rapid phenotypic susceptibility testing method by Zoe Freeman Weiss, Dimitar Zelenkov, Jon Englert, Maureen Campion

“…Stewardship programs may choose to optimize their rapid antibiotic susceptibility testing reporting to help minimize confusion and guide appropriate antibiotic selection. …”
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A literature review on transformative impacts of blockchain technology on manufacturing management and industrial engineering practices by Dharmendra Hariyani, Poonam Hariyani, Sanjeev Mishra, Milind Kumar Sharma

“…Key findings reveal its effectiveness in improving data security, risk management, and intellectual property protection, alongside optimizing inventory control and customer satisfaction. …”
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Adaptation of Higher Medical Education to the Conditions of Digitalization of Healthcare by V. A. Lazarenko, P. V. Kalutskiy, N. B. Dremova, A. I. Ovod

“…The provision is based on the use of methods such as content analysis of modern publications on the problem, their logical analysis, generalization and systemization of published information, as well as the presentation of the experience of digitalization in the higher medical education.The article shows the relevance of digitalization for health care, with which it is possible to optimize the tasks of managing the quality and accessibility of medical care. …”
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