The influence of the built environment on drug misuse and abuse by Adewumi Oladele, Edward Onyango, Kyle Esdaille

“…The inequitable race and socioeconomic status distribution of the built environment might be tipping drug overdose and deaths toward minority populations. This review examined the contribution of the built environment to drug misuse and overdose to identify further research and policy needs. …”
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A risk prediction model for endometrial hyperplasia/endometrial carcinoma in premenopausal women by Zhen Li, Juan Yin, Yu Liu, Fanqing Zeng

“…The optimal score and probability cutoff values were determined to differentiate between low and high-risk populations, guiding clinical medical practice. BMI, age at menarche, intrauterine device (IUD), diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometrial thickness (ET), and uterine cavity fluid were identified as independent risk factors for EH/EC and were incorporated into the predictive nomogram model. …”
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Health literacy levels and self-rated health in the state of Delaware: a cross-sectional study by Raymond A. Tutu, Edmund Essah Ameyaw, John Kwagyan, Doris Ottie-Boakye

“…Abstract Background Better health literacy has been found to be associated with better health outcomes across varied populations. This study aimed to (1) examine the health literacy levels of individuals with respect to the extent to which they acquire, understand, appraise, and apply health information, and (2) to assess the relationship between health literacy and self-reported health in the state of Delaware. …”
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THE HABIT OF USING HAND SANITIZER AMONG TEENAGERS AND ITS EFFECTIVENESS COMPARED TO WASHING HANDS – A LITERATURE REVIEW by Belgis Belgis, Zahrah Fatmalouisa Algadrie

“…For this reason, this research will compare the efficacy of hand sanitizers and hand washing specifically among teenage populations. Methods: This research is a literature study that uses secondary data from publications published in 2007-2024 and is relevant to the topic of discussion. …”
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Beyond exceptionalism by Joffy Conolly, Getahun Yacob Abraham, Ane Bergersen, Kari Bratland, Kirsten Jæger, Annie Aarup Jensen, Inger Lassen

“…We also show that the Nordic emphasis on societal equality is based on a narrative of cohesion, an imagined sameness, that increasingly fails to reflect their diverse populations. This egalitarian ideology results in colour-blindness in society and an unwillingness to acknowledge or confront issues of race, white supremacy, or inequality for fear of disturbing the equilibrium. …”
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Application of DNA markers in molecular breeding and genetic studies of grapevine by E. T. Ilnitskaya, M. V. Makarkina

“…For this reason, the problem of a detailed study of the gene pool of the genus Vitis, wild populations and varieties created by men during the long cultivation history of this crop becomes more and more important every year. …”
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A review of leishmaniasis: current knowledge and future directions of heterocyclic molecules by Tejaswini Masne, Dileep Kumar, Deepali Bansode

“…Medicinal drugs have been at the forefront of combating these diseases, offering hope for afflicted populations. This review article provides: (1) a comprehensive analysis of current knowledge and the evolving landscape of heterocyclic drug therapies for leishmanial diseases; (2) focusing on the mechanism of drug action; (3) therapeutic effects; (4) side effects; (5) potential future directions. …”
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Drivers of HIV self-test kit among Tanzanian men aged 15–49: findings from the 2022 TDHS-MIS cross-sectional study by Mbwiga Sote Aloni

“…It is essential to raise awareness and improve access to HIV self-test kits for less informed populations, such as those living in rural areas.…”
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Sex-specific impacts of caffeine on body composition: commentary on a retrospective cohort study by Anna Vittoria Mattioli

“…The discussion highlights key areas requiring further investigation, including the role of hormonal modulation, genetic variability, and long-term effects on muscle health.Discussion: The positive association between caffeine intake and FFMI, particularly among women and younger populations, underscores the ergogenic potential of caffeine in enhancing muscle performance and metabolic efficiency. …”
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Thermal ecology of the Mexican Garter Snake (Thamnophis eques): temporal and spatial variations by Crystian S. Venegas-Barrera, Armando Sunny, Javier Manjarrez

“…Our results also shown that T. eques presented daily and seasonal warming patterns similar to other Arizona populations and like those of other northern Gartersnakes. …”
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Inclusive Online Nursing Education: Learner Perceptions of Universal Design for Learning Approaches by Ann Celestini, Agniewszka (Aga) Palalas

“…Universal Design for Learning (UDL) offers educators a theoretical framework to proactively design an inclusive online course curriculum that is responsive to varied learner populations and minimizes learning barriers encountered. …”
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Colonization as a Factor of Russian History in the Understanding of the Scholars of the 19th – early 20th Centuries by Nina S. Tsintsadze

“…The article contains an overview of research practices of the 19th – early 20th on Russian colonization understood as the settlement and economic development of empty or sparsely populated territories. The tasks included the study of the ideas concerning territory development, environment influence, understanding the role of colonization in the formation of the Russian state, as well as the significance of the colonization theory for historiography. …”
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Age Cutoff and Yield of Prompt Esophagogastroduodenoscopy to Detect Malignancy in Vietnamese with Upper Gastrointestinal Symptoms: An Endoscopic Database Review of 472,744 Patients... by Duc Trong Quach, Lan Thi-Ngoc Tran, Truc Le-Thanh Tran, Vy Ly-Thao Tran, Nhan Quang Le, Toru Hiyama

“…However, the cutoff value is significantly different across populations. We aimed to determine the age cutoff for EGD that assures a low rate of missing upper gastrointestinal malignancy (UGIM) and to assess the yield of prompt EGD in Vietnamese patients presenting with upper gastrointestinal symptoms. …”
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Regional gray matter thickness correlations of the hearing and deaf feline brains by Stephen G. Gordon, Alessandra Sacco, Stephen G. Lomber

“…Similar distributions of correlation strength were revealed between the two populations, however there was an overall increase in the density of the structurally-defined connectome following deafness. …”
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Effect of artificial fish nest placement on spawning site preference and reproductive efficiency in reservoir fish with adhesive and demersal eggs by Qiang Sheng, Aihuan Guo, Yixiang Zhang, Tianjiang Chu

“…Abstract Artificial fish nests are common tools in fisheries management, providing spawning grounds to enhance the size and diversity of fish populations. This study aimed to explore the effects of deployment locations on the reproductive efficiency and preferences of fish with adhesive and demersal eggs using artificial nests. …”
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Confirmatory Factor Analysis of the Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (HOOS) and Associated Sub-scales by Emilie N. Miley, Madeline P. Casanova, Scott W. Cheatham, Lindsay Larkins, Michael A. Pickering, Russell T. Baker

“…However, factorial validity, invariance across subgroups, and repeated measures of the scale across different populations have not been well supported in the literature…”
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A Comparative Study on India’s Green Tax Policies Vis-a-Vis China with Reference to Environmental Justice in the Automobile Industry by Naresh Anguralia and Shamsher Singh

“…These policies are effective, but not all of them address the disproportionate impact of environmental injustice on vulnerable populations. Specifically, this study examines the impact of Indian green tax policies on environmental justice in the automobile industry as compared to those in China. …”
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Genetic background and embryonic temperature affect DNA methylation and expression of myogenin and muscle development in Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar). by Erik Burgerhout, Maren Mommens, Hanne Johnsen, Arnfinn Aunsmo, Nina Santi, Øivind Andersen

“…Body growth is a heritable and highly variable trait among fish populations that allows for local adaptations, but also for selective breeding. …”
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REKLAMCILIĞIN FARKLI BİR YÜZÜ OLAN ÜRÜN YERLEŞTİRMENİN TELEVİZYON DİZİLERİNDE KULLANIMI ve AND PASTEL İNŞAATIN ‘İSTANBUL’LU GELİN’ DİZİSİ İÇERİSİNDE ÜRÜN YERLEŞTİRME UYGULAMASININ... by Erhan Yıldırım, Aytekin Can

“…Reklamın son yıllarda kabuk değiştiren bir türü; markanın tanınırlığı, markanın popüler hale gelmesi, marka ile tüketici arasında duygusal bir bağın kurulması, tüketicinin markadan çok hızlı ve çok düşük maliyetle haberdar olmasını sağlayan uygulama şekli reklam veren ve reklam ajanslarının yüzünü güldürmeye başlamıştır. …”
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Single-Cell protein for feed and food by Ledbetter Fred

“…As global demand for protein sources continues to rise due to increasing populations and changing dietary preferences, the shortage of conventional protein for feed and food poses significant challenges for food security. …”
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