Characteristics of Traditional Human Settlement Landscapes on Bedrock Islands in Guangdong Based on the “Ao” Unit by Ying PAN, Linxi CHEN, Ying SHI

“…The research methodology is based on a comprehensive approach that integrates historical literature review and extensive field surveys. Through this approach, a robust database of the Ao units on Nan’ao Island is meticulously compiled, encompassing information such as location, area, industry type, historical background, cultural beliefs, and origins of the island’s immigrants. …”
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The Comparison of Cost-Effectiveness Between Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy and Provocative Discography in the Identification of Chronic Low Back Pain Surgery Candidates by Wilson L, Beall DP, Eastlack RK, Berven S, Lotz JC

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Development and Validation of a Diagnostic Model for Stanford Type B Aortic Dissection Based on Proteomic Profiling by Zhao Z, Chen T, Liu Q, Hu J, Ling T, Tong Y, Han Y, Zhu Z, Duan J, Jin Y, Fu D, Wang Y, Pan C, Keyoumu R, Sun L, Li W, Gao X, Shi Y, Dou H, Liu Z

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Barriers and Facilitators to Adherence to a Healthy Diet Across the Spectrum of Chronic Kidney Disease by Trigueros-Flores XB, Luna-Hernández G, Santos-Lopez MF, Pérez-Galván L, Flores-Camacho KJ, Díaz-Canchola LM, Cueto-Manzano AM, Chávez-Chávez HE, Cerrillos-Gutiérrez JI, Rojas-Campos E, Martín-del-Campo F

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Identification and Spatial Mapping of Locality of Streetscapes in Shanghai Hengfu Historic and Cultural Preservation Area by Yuhan SHAO, Sinan YIN, Dongbo MA, Yuting YIN

“…The identification and optimization of streetscape locality can help protect the uniqueness of landscape, enhance urban identity and construct urban image, especially for historical and cultural preservation areas in modern cities, and can also work as an important step to retain urban memory and enhance residents’ sense of belonging.MethodsThis research first establishes a theoretic framework for streetscape locality through a discussion based on literature reviewed. The research proposes that streetscape locality should include the physical, social, historical and aesthetic aspects, with relevant indicators being identified for the four aspects respectively. …”
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Prospective Single-Arm Study of Remifentanil-Propofol Anesthesia with Manual Right Hypochondrial Compression for Painless Gastroscopy in Obese Patients by Wang M, Tang J, Pan Z, Jiang H, Hu D, Zhu B, Liang Z, Zhao X, Li Y

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Improvement and exploration of a water conservation system in the Central Sterile Supply Department (节水型消毒供应中心给水系统改进与探索) by WANG Yuena (王岳娜), REN Guquan (任顾群), LIU Jianrong (刘建荣), XU Yuanle (许远乐), RENG Xiajuan (任娟霞), MA Huan (马欢)

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A Model for Bank Management Performance Appraisal with the Advanced Technologies Approach (Meta-Synthesis Method) by Ehsan Kiani Ghalehno, Habibollah Salarzehi, Bahareh Naseri, Abdolali Keshtegar

“…To this end, this research aimed to review previous studies and detect the determinants of management performance appraisal with the advanced technology approach. …”
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Feasibility, Usability, and Pilot Efficacy Study of a Software-Enabled, Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring by Flynn S, Mosher CL, Cornelison S, Rao E, Metzler KA, Pu W, Davies J, Paladenech C, Doyle D, MacIntyre N, Ohar J

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Stem cells for age-related macular degeneration by L.K. Moshetova, O.I. Abramova, I.N. Saburina, K.I. Turkina

“…Therefore, cell replacement therapy and regenerative medicine are promising modalities since they are characterized by much greater prospects than traditional treatment. This paper reviews recent advantages in the treatment for this incurable disorder using various types of stem cells (i.e., mesenchymal, embryonic, and induced pluripotent stem cells). …”
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Lesion Location and Possible Etiology of Acute Unilateral Vestibulopathy by Zhang M, Wang J, Xue S, Liu S, Li K, Zhao T, Feng Y, Sui R, Yang B, Yang X

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Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells-Derived Exosomes Inhibit Apoptosis of Pulmonary Microvascular Endothelial Cells in COPD Mice Through miR-30b/Wnt5a Pathway by Song Q, Zhou A, Cheng W, Zhao Y, Liu C, Zeng Y, Lin L, Zhou Z, Peng Y, Chen P

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戶外冒險教育課程對大學生心理賦能之 成效研究 Effects of Integrating Psychological Empowerment Into an Outdoor Adventure Education Curriculum for College Students... by 蕭如軒 Ru-Syuan Hsia, 吳崇旗 Chung-Chi Wu

“…The program comprised the following components: course norms and selection, theoretical knowledge and design, grouping, experience sharing by seniors, feedback review, six group training sessions, a 60-km midterm cycling test, bicycle maintenance training, risk management meetings, a final 3-day challenge, reflections, and personal insights. …”
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大學教師學術發表影響力之影響因素 Factors Influencing Publication Impact of Faculty by 郭玲玲 Ling-Ling Kueh, 許清芳 Ching-Fan Sheu

“…Citation-based metrics provide several advantages, particularly with respect to reducing the subjective bias of peer review processes (Sternberg, 2018). These metrics are quantifiable measures that enable a comparative evaluation of scholars’ impact and standing within their respective academic fields (Ruscio et al., 2012). …”
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Teaching design and study of the characteristic module of maternal and infant nursing based on "high-level, innovative and challenging" (基于“两性一度”的母婴护理特色模块教学设计与研究)... by HOU Xiaoni (侯小妮), LIU Hong (刘宏), XU Yang (徐杨), CHEN Yanting (陈延亭), SUN Ruiyang (孙瑞阳), MA Yuqi (马誉萁), JIN Ningning (金宁宁)

“…The evaluation methods include knowledge assessment, oral presentation, breastfeeding simulation consultation and guidance, and review assignments. Conclusion Fully excavate non-high-risk maternal and infant nursing teaching advanced, high-level and challenging degree, highlight thinking and ability training, which has reference significance for obstetrics and gynecology nursing teaching. …”
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FERN: is it possible to conduct a randomised controlled trial of intervention or expectant management for early-onset selective fetal growth restriction in monochorionic twin pregn... by Kerry Woolfall, Jamie J Kirkham, Jane Sandall, Mariana Popa, Enrico Lopriore, Mark Turner, Shakila Thangaratinam, Aris T Papageorghiou, Andrew Sharp, Lawrence Impey, Andy Healey, Jessica Mendoza, Asma Khalil, Dharmintra Pasupathy, Brigitte Vollmer, Zarko Alfirevic, Rajeswari Parasuraman, Jan Deprest, Richard Edmund Ashcroft, Kurt Hecher, Smriti Prasad, Baskaran Thilaganathan, Richard J Jackson, Tracy Karen Mitchell, Natasha Fenwick, Monique C Haak, Liesbeth Lewi, Shauna Leven, Fabricio Da Silva Costa, Odai Yaghi, Tracey Ricketts, George Attilakos, Carolyn Bailie, Christine Cornforth, Mark Denbow, Louise Hardman, Jane Harrold, Joel Marsden, Tommy Mousa, Surabhi Nanda, Michelle Watson, Karen Wilding, Dilly Anumba, Edward D Johnstone, Yoav Yinon, Ahmet Baschat

“…The results of this study will be published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national and international conferences. …”
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[Artículo traducido] Análisis retrospectivo de supervivencia del uso de vástagos modulares cónicos no cementados para la revisión en fracturas periprotésicas tipo B de Vancouver. ¿... by J. Lixa, P. Vieira, P. Pereira, A. Pinho, M. Seara, A. Sousa, L. Vieira

“…We aimed to evaluate the survival of uncemented modular tapered stems in the treatment of periprosthetic Vancouver B2 and B3 type fractures and review the main complications and factors associated with decreased survival. …”
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Exploring the role of methylation-driven gene IFFO1 in pancreatic adenocarcinoma diagnosis, prognosis and cellular functions by XU Ziqi, HU Ruizhi, LI Junjian, WANG Hongxia, SANG Youzhou

“…All samples involved in this study were approved by the human ethics committee of Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (ethics number: hospital ethics review[2017]No.53). Immunohistochemistry staining (IHC) was utilized to detect the expression of IFFO1 in cancer tissues and corresponding adjacent tissues from 27 PAAD patients. …”
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A Predictive Model for Pulmonary Aspergillosis in ICU Patients: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study by Li Y, Ren X, Wang Q, Shen S, Li Y, Qian X, Tang Y, Jia J, Zhang H, Ding J, Song Y, Zhang S, Wang S, Xu Y, Jiang Y, He X, Dai M, Zhong L, Xiong Y, Pan Y, Wang M, Shao H, Cai H, Huang L, Wang H

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Characteristics of the Volunteer Service Management System for National Parks in the United Kingdom by Tianyi REN, Chuanbo HONG, Yinglin WANG

“…Meanwhile, on the basis of literature review, this research searches relevant official data on the first batch of national parks announced in China, analyzes such contents as management documents, activity management, and personnel recruitment management, and compares the same horizontally with the volunteer service management system for national parks in the UK so as to analyze the shortcomings of the volunteer service management system for national parks in China and put forward corresponding suggestions.ResultsThe research finds that the 14 national parks in the UK have sound volunteer service management policies, management system structures and volunteer recruitment websites, as well as open and transparent volunteer screening mechanisms and volunteer feedback channels. …”
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