Investigating contemporary dental practice in restorative dentistry and Dentists-related factors in placing and replacing restorations in Kurdistan, Iraq by Bushra Rashid Noaman, Lezan Dawood Fattah

“…Results: Both male and female dentists placed restorations more than they replaced and the difference between placement and replacement was statistically significant (P = 0.000). Clinicians with professional experience between 1-10 years performed more restoration replacement than the older group and this difference showed statistical significance (P = 0.000). …”
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Learning Curves of Macintosh Laryngoscope in Nurse Anesthetist Trainees Using Cumulative Sum Method by Panthila Rujirojindakul, Edward McNeil, Rongrong Rueangchira-urai, Niranuch Siripunt

“…This skill is taught to many anesthetic healthcare professionals, including nurse anesthetists. Our goal was to evaluate the learning ability of nurse anesthetist trainees in their performance of orotracheal intubation with the Macintosh laryngoscope. …”
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Transformation of cash waqf management in Indonesia: Insights into the development of digitalization by Hendri Hermawan Adinugraha, Muhammad Shulthoni, Zohaib Hassan Sain

“…The constraints of digital cash waqf development in Indonesia are the lack of qualified and professional nazirs and human resources, strong business network for digital cash waqf development, digital cash waqf socialization among the public, and popularity of digital waqf institutions. …”
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In vivo bone regeneration performance of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose hydrogel-based composite bone cements in ovariectomized and ovary-intact rats: a preliminary investigation by Mosharraf Hossain, Tamima Sultana, Ji Eun Moon, Soobin Im, Je Hoon Jeong

“…These findings suggest that the newly developed composite bone cement composed of HG, β-TCP, HA and/or PMMA may be a promising and professional tool for treating osteoporotic and non-osteoporotic vertebral fractures.…”
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Optimizing the Management and Outcomes of Failed Back Surgery Syndrome: A Consensus Statement on Definition and Outlines for Patient Assessment by Philippe Rigoard, Kliment Gatzinsky, Jean-Philippe Deneuville, Wim Duyvendak, Nicolas Naiditch, Jean-Pierre Van Buyten, Sam Eldabe

“…Based on literature reviews, additional input from clinical expertise of multiple professional disciplines, and consensus among its members, the network attempted to provide recommendations on the management of patients with FBSS utilizing a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach. …”
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Health system costs of providing outpatient care for diabetes in people with TB in the Philippines by T. Yamanaka, M.C. Castro, J.P. Ferrer, J.A. Solon, S.E. Cox, Y.V. Laurence, A. Vassall

“…Resource quantities were obtained by interviewing 60 healthcare professionals in 11 health facilities in the Philippines. …”
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Power Transmission Mechanism and Tribological Performance of Modern Bicycle Drivetrains—A Review by Yook Wah Liew, Owen Matthews, Dzung Viet Dao, Huaizhong Li

“…The efficiency and power transmission of bicycle drivetrains have emerged as crucial concerns for engineers, bicycle manufacturers, and both professional and amateur cyclists. However, research and publications related to bicycle drivetrain systems and their tribological performance are notably limited. …”
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Awareness of Breast Cancer Screening among the Medical and General Population of the North Region of Cameroon by Richard Tagne Simo, Erika Myriam Baiguerel, Armel Hervé Nwabo Kamdje, Paul Faustin Seke Etet, Mohamadou Ahmadou, Charlette Nangue, Phelix Bruno Telefo

“…Out of the 475 women (including 37 medical personnel) interviewed, 45.5% attended at least secondary school; 91.3% were aware of the disease with the main sources of information from those around them (64.8%), media (46.5%), and health professionals in health facilities (42.7%). 23.3% had misconceptions and myth-based ideas on the origin of the disease. …”
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Automated Scanning Techniques Using UR5 by Homar Lopez-Hawa, Alexander VanPelt, Suveen Emmanuel, Yimesker Yihun

“…A user interface will allow viewing of the specific points gathered, expedite product inspection during manufacturing, and involve humans in higher skill-based decision-making tasks. A professional grade scan of the test part is used for comparison of experimentally gathered data. …”
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A comprehensive image dataset for the identification of lemon leaf diseases and computer vision applicationsMendeley Data by A K M Fazlul Kobir Siam, Prayma Bishshash, Md. Asraful Sharker Nirob, Sajib Bin Mamun, Md Assaduzzaman, Sheak Rashed Haider Noori

“…This dataset was developed from 1354 raw images taken with professional agricultural specialist guidance from July to September 2024 in Charpolisha, Jamalpur, and further enhanced with augmented techniques, adding 9000 images. …”
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Development and Prospects of National Intelligent System for Testing General Language Competencies Deployed Through Neural Network Solutions by E. M. Bazanova, A. V. Gorizontova, N. N. Gribova, T. M. Chikake, A. V. Samosyuk

“…The process of ISTOK development implied, apart from writing test items, putting together databases of writing and speaking assignments marked by professional assessors and assessment criteria for productive skills, as well as algorithms to identify various types of mistakes with the help of artificial intelligence. …”
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Effects of Workplace Supervised Exercise on Psychological Capital: An Intervention Study by Carmen M. Salvador-Ferrer, Pedro A. Diaz-Fúnez, Álvaro Carrera-Ruiz, Montserrat Monserrat-Hernández, Enrique G. Artero, Miguel A. Mañas-Rodríguez

“…Public employees face a growing array of professional challenges, and psychological capital (PC) has emerged as a valuable resource to address them. …”
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Predictors of HIV testing adherence among men who have sex with men: a cross-sectional study by Laelson Rochelle Milanês Sousa, Raphael Augusto Gir de Carvalho, Daniel de Macêdo Rocha, Marcela Antonini, Milton Jorge de Carvalho Filho, Maria Wiklander, Elucir Gir, Renata Karina Reis

“…Had condomless anal intercourse in the last 12 months (Adjusted Odds Ratio [AOR]: 1,659; 95% Confidence Interval [CI]:1,12 − 2,43; p = 0,010), knew one place to seek HIV testing (AOR 6,158 [IC95%: 4,27 − 8,86]; p < 0,001), Received counselling on HIV testing by a health professional (AOR 3,389 [IC95%: 2,28 − 5,02]; p < 0,001), Have been diagnosed with STI (AOR 2,266 [IC95%: 1,41 − 3,62]; p < 0,001) and Knew someone living with HIV (AOR 1,86 [IC95%: 1,29 − 2,67]; p < 0,001) were independently associated with higher chances of HIV testing.…”
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A Review on Covid-19 Detection Using Artificial Intelligence from Chest CT Scan Slices by Dhanshri M. Mali, S. A. Patil

“…This can aid researchers and healthcare professionals in selecting appropriate approaches for an effective diagnosis of the disease.…”
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Hormonal Contraceptives and Athletic Outcomes - analysis of potential effects of oral contraceptives on strength, endurance, mood, and overall competitive results by Dominika Lewandowska, Dominika Rosińska-Lewandoska, Dominika Strep, Anna Podraza, Julia Grabowska, Maciej Kwiatkowski, Patryk Romańczyk, Julia Białczak, Weronika Kanownik, Jakub Rosiński

“…Further, well-controlled research is needed to clarify these effects, enabling more targeted guidance for both athletes and healthcare professionals. …”
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Determinants and Perception of Incest in Family Relationships in Uyo Capital City, Nigeria by Victoria Nkan, Enwongo Abasi Udofia, Deborah Uduk

“…The findings underscore the need for a multi-faceted intervention strategy involving community leaders, policymakers, and mental health professionals. This study provides a critical framework for developing policies aimed at preventing incest and promoting healthier family dynamics in Uyo and similar regions. …”
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Family-Centered Approaches to Pediatric Tuberculosis and Nutritional Challenges in North Aceh: A Qualitative Study by Mardiati, Anna Millizia, Noviana Zara, Khania Atika, Najwa Zakiyya

“…Methodology: This qualitative study employed phenomenological analysis through in-depth face-to-face interviews with pediatric patients, their guardians, healthcare professionals, and hospital administrative staff at Cut Meutia General Hospital, North Aceh, from July to September 2024. …”
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The Waste Management with Reward System Project Proposal: A Case Study of Bushenyi-Ishaka Monicipality in Uganda. by Turihabwe, Christopher, Ninsiima, Ivan

“…Also, Visual Studio Professional 2010 will be used as an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), developed using PHP programming language. …”
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Comparative acoustic analysis of standard and innovative air diffusers with enhanced mixing capabilities by Joldos Titus Otniel, Danca Paul, Cernei Alexandru

“…The four 3D-printed air diffusers, created using FDM (Fused Deposition Modelling), SLS (Selective Laser Sintering), DLP (Digital Light Processing), and SLA (Stereolithography), were tested to evaluate a single configuration due to concerns that the surface quality resulting from 3D printing could increase the noise produced by these diffusers. Using a professional sound level meter, acoustic measurements were conducted at the V2 (23.9 m3/h) and V3 (33.6 m3/h) flow rate settings. …”
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