Validity of Accelerometers for the Evaluation of Energy Expenditure in Obese and Overweight Individuals: A Systematic Review by Silvia Pisanu, Andrea Deledda, Andrea Loviselli, Inge Huybrechts, Fernanda Velluzzi

“…Even though the validity of accelerometers for the measurement of energy expenditure (EE) has been demonstrated for normal-weight individuals, the applicability of this instrument in obese individuals remains controversial. This review aims to summarize the level of agreement between accelerometers and the gold standards (indirect calorimetry and doubly labelled water) for the measurement of energy expenditure (EE) in obese or overweight individuals. …”
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Nanocomposites for extrinsic self-healing polymer Materials: A comprehensive review of their repair behaviour by Arunima Verma, Kumud Bhushan, Harwinder Singh

“…The ability of self-healing materials to detect damage and “autonomously” repair it has garnered significant attention in recent decades. This review explores the critical role of nanomaterials and nanostructures in enhancing the healing process, owing to their extensive surface area, abundant functional groups, and unique properties. …”
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Schwannoma of the Base of the Tongue: A Case Report of a Rare Disease and Review of Literatures by Mohd. Yusuf Haider, Manjur Rahim, N. M. K. Bashar, Md. Zakir Hossain, Sk Md Jaynul Islam

“…Here, we report a case of large (4 cm×3 cm) asymptomatic schwannoma of the tongue in a 28-year-old male patient and review the literature available during the last 61 years.…”
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Competencies of nurses to participate in safe medication management practices for biologics: A scoping review. by Wansheng Li, Li Li, Linbo Li, Cardenas Xiaodong, Mudiao Chen, Hongye Liu, Peirao Li

“…<h4>Aim</h4>To review the existing literature relating to nurse competence in safe medication management practices for biologics, identify evidence, and develop a competency framework to clarify the role of nurses in these practices.…”
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Epidemiological Patterns of Skin Disease in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Mohammad Almohideb

“…Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to gather available epidemiologic data describing the pattern of skin diseases in different geographical areas in Saudi Arabia. …”
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The associations between sedentary behavior and neck pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Yunchen Meng, Yaqi Xue, Sanjun Yang, Fang Wu, Yanyu Dong

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Gastrointestinal Tumors Mimicking Adnexal Masses: A Report of Three Cases and Review of the Literature by Berna Dilbaz, Burak Karadağ

“…In this case report, we present three cases operated for presumed adnexal masses those were intraoperatively diagnosed to be nongynecological benign masses originating from adjacent organs with a brief review of the literature. Three cases underwent surgery with a pre-operative diagnosis of adnexal mass but intraoperatively diagnosed to be mucinous cystadenoma of appendix, mesenteric cyst and gastrointestinal stromal tumor. …”
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The Impact of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) on Learning Outcomes: A Bibliometric Review by Marta Florentina Simangunsong, Ikaputera Waspada, Rasto Rasto, Ilham Muhammad, Fadli Agus Triansyah, Ashari Gunawan

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Literature Review on Single and Twin-Screw Extruders Design for Polymerization Using CFD Simulation by Elham Delvar, Inês Oliveira, Margarida S. C. A. Brito, Cláudia G. Silva, Arantzazu Santamaria-Echart, Maria-Filomena Barreiro, Ricardo J. Santos

“…This work presents a comprehensive review of the evolution in modeling reactive extrusion (REx), tracing developments from early analytical models to advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. …”
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Endometriosis Nodule Causing Spontaneous Haemoperitoneum in Pregnancy: A Case Report and Literature Review by Junaid Rafi, Geetha Mahindrakar, Debjani Mukhopadhyay

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Central precocious puberty associated with duplicated pituitary: a case report and literature review by Kun Yang, Yanmei Sang, Yanmei Sang, Li Dai, Weizhong Wang

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Prospecting for geothermal energy through satellite based thermal data: Review and the way forward by F. Howari

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Rehabilitation of the knee following ACL repair and reconstruction: A review of clinical best practices by Muhammad Daffa Haidar, Rizki Mulyawan, Julian Dewantara, Joanna Michalina Jurek

“…This clinical practice review is to discuss the parameters associated with the rate of phase repair for ACL repair and to guide therapists according to the parameters of postoperative healing. …”
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Anti-LGI1 antibody autoimmune encephalitis. Clinical case presentation and literature review by A. Stašaitytė, T. Vanagas, V. Danielius, G. Jurkevičienė, R. Balnytė

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Primary extranodal NK/T cell lymphoma of stomach: A case report and review of literature by Prashant Mane, Prashant Ramteke, Anand Singh, Ajay Gogia, Saumyaranjan Mallick

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Reviewing the Impact of Generative AI on ‎Language Learning and Teaching: A Synthesis of Potentials and Pitfalls by Hewa Fouad Ali, Zahra Abdulmutalib Muhammed

“…This thematic literature ‎review aims ‎to study the role of GenAI in education, ‎exploring the ‎challenges and ‎benefits in the context of language learning and teaching. ‎…”
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Arsenic Contamination of Groundwater: A Review of Sources, Prevalence, Health Risks, and Strategies for Mitigation by Shiv Shankar, Uma Shanker, Shikha

“…The paper also critically reviews the As led human health risks, its uptake, metabolism, and toxicity mechanisms. …”
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Use of Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in the Evaluation of Piriformis Syndrome: A Review for Rehabilitation Providers by Robert C. Manske, Chris Wolfe, Phil Page, Michael Voight, Beth Bardowski

“…Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK US) offers a non-invasive, cost-effective alternative for the identification and evaluation of PS, providing dynamic, real-time imaging of the PM and adjacent structures. This article reviews the applications, advantages, and procedural insights of MSK US in the diagnosis of PS, emphasizing its relevance in rehabilitation settings. …”
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Review and Phylogenetic Evaluation of Associations between Microdontinae (Diptera: Syrphidae) and Ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) by Menno Reemer

“…The immature stages of hoverflies of the subfamily Microdontinae (Diptera: Syrphidae) develop in ant nests, as predators of the ant brood. The present paper reviews published and unpublished records of associations of Microdontinae with ants, in order to discuss the following questions. (1) Are all Microdontinae associated with ants? …”
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Toxicity and Bioremediation of Heavy Metals Contaminated Ecosystem from Tannery Wastewater: A Review by Bernard E. Igiri, Stanley I. R. Okoduwa, Grace O. Idoko, Ebere P. Akabuogu, Abraham O. Adeyi, Ibe K. Ejiogu

“…Several microorganisms have evolved to develop detoxification mechanisms to counter the toxic effects of these inorganic metals. This present review offers a critical evaluation of bioremediation capacity of microorganisms, especially in the context of environmental protection. …”
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