Designing and evaluating alternative livelihoods for shark conservation: a case study on thresher sharks in Alor Island, Indonesia by Rafid A. Shidqi, Dewi R. Sari, Jeheskiel Alopen, Yodhikson M. Bang, Igo Arianto, Primiaty N. S. Kopong, Vivekananda Gitandjali TD, Etoile Smulders, Hollie Booth

“…Indonesia is the world's largest shark fishing nation, and in Alor Island, thresher sharks have been a primary target for small-scale fishing communities for decades, sustaining subsistence livelihoods and serving as a protein source. …”
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Food Safety Practices among Postnatal Mothers in Western Ghana by Stephen T. Odonkor, Napoleon Kurantin, Anthony M. Sallar

“…The government of Ghana and other stakeholders should develop a communication strategy to increase and sustain publicity and education on food safety particularly to postnatal mothers and the citizenry in general.…”
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Optimizing Navigation Channels through Hydrodynamic and Sedimentation Modeling: A Case Study of the Barito River Estuary, South Kalimantan by Aulia De Silva Nusantara Candida, Khomsin, Aldila Syariz Muhammad, Cahyo Utomo Andik, Rafly Rahardian Muhammad

“…This study aligns with SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, as ensuring efficient navigation channels is vital for fostering sustainable industrial growth and improving maritime logistics.…”
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Restoration of Innate and Adaptive Immune Responses by HCV Viral Inhibition with an Induction Approach Using Natural Interferon-Beta in Chronic Hepatitis C by Y. Kishida, N. Imaizumi, H. Tanimura, Y. Haruna, S. Kashiwamura, T. Kashiwagi

“…NCT prevented viral breakthrough with viral clearance leading to improvement of innate and adaptive immunity resulting in a sustained virologic response (SVR). NCT (𝑛=8) achieved a higher SVR rate than SOC (𝑛=8) in difficult-to-treat CHC patients with genotype 1 and high viral loads.…”
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Optimizing humidification–dehumidification desalination systems: Impact of nozzle position and geometric configuration on performance and efficiency by Mohammad Alrbai, Ahmad Al Masri, Dareen Makawii, Ali Alahmer

“…The humidification-dehumidification (HDH) desalination system is an effective solution for sustainable water production due to its low energy consumption and minimal environmental impact. …”
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The Global Challenge of <i>Campylobacter</i>: Antimicrobial Resistance and Emerging Intervention Strategies by Zubeiru Bukari, Toyin Emmanuel, Jude Woodward, Richard Ferguson, Martha Ezughara, Nikhil Darga, Bruno Silvester Lopes

“…Integrated, multidisciplinary interventions across the food chain are essential to mitigate AMR transmission and enhance food safety. Sustainable agricultural practices, antimicrobial stewardship, and innovative solutions are critical to curbing <i>Campylobacter</i> resistance and protecting global public health. …”
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Poly lactic‐co‐glycolic acid‐alginate nanocarrier for efficient drug delivery to liver cancer cells by Mahsa Hoseinzadeh, Mohammad Javad Mokhtari, Farshid Kafilzadeh, Javad Mohammadnejad, Yaghoob Taheri

“…Dox entrapment efficiency was determined near 1%, and sustained and pH‐sensitive drug release behaviours of nanocarrier were ascertained for DDS. …”
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Tribological manufacturing of ZDDP tribofilms functionalised by graphene nanoplatelets by S Duston, R A Oliver, K J Kubiak, Y Wang, C Wang, A Morina

“…In its highest GNP concentration, approximately 55% of the surface of the tribofilm was able to sustain current up to a threshold of 245 pA. The higher graphene content led to a suppression in film formation and decreased substrate coverage. …”
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Wound healing potential of green synthesized silver nanoparticles of Glycyrrhiza glabra linn root extract: A preclinical study by Laxman S. Vijapur, Mallappa Shalavadi, Anita R. Desai, Jayadev N. Hiremath, Avinash S. Gudigennavar, Somlingesh L. Shidramshettar, Shreyanka R. Hiremath, Malleswara Rao Peram, Bharatesh S. Kittur

“…Background: The research emphasizes the eco-friendly and sustainable approach of nanoparticle synthesis, leveraging the medicinal properties inherent in Glycyrrhiza glabra extract, which is known for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. …”
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Agroforestry systems favor bat conservation but only when old and grazed by Manon Edo, Martin H. Entling, Felix Herzog, Kira Noe, João HN Palma, Ayla Seithe, Will Simonson, Jo Smith, Anja Weiler, Verena Rösch

“…Thus, silvopastoral systems deserve more attention in sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation. …”
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In Vivo Effectiveness of <i>Pleurotus ostreatus</i> in Degradation of Toxic Metabolites of Filamentous Fungi Such as Aflatoxin B1 and Zearalenone by Agnieszka Zapaśnik, Marcin Bryła, Adrian Wojtczak, Barbara Sokołowska

“…Conclusions: These findings confirm the potential of <i>P. ostreatus</i> as an effective biological agent for reducing mycotoxins in contaminated medium, highlighting its applicability in developing sustainable and safe methods for detoxification.…”
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Development of a Circular Nutrient Solution Management System Using a Cost Function by Yeong-Hyeon Shin, Insu Kim, Myongkyoon Yang, Young-Kyun Jang, Ronaldo B. Saludes, Hak-Jin Kim, Woo-Jae Cho

“…Furthermore, they are anticipated to improve crop productivity by maintaining an optimal ion composition and to contribute to sustainable agriculture through carbon emission reduction.…”
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Precision foraging: Bats in organic desert palm plantations hunt where it is most needed by Danilo Russo, Fabiana Soprano, Luca Cistrone, Adi Einav, Jessica Schäckermann, Ioannis Ekklisiarchos, Carmi Korine

“…Bats are crucial in suppressing pest arthropods in agroecosystems, contributing vitally to sustainable agriculture. However, the importance of bats in agriculture in extreme environments, such as deserts, has received far less attention. …”
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Revealing the fireworks-set-off pattern of spatial multi-function expansion across cities leveraging big geodata – a case of the Greater Bay Area, China by Ku Gao, Xiaomei Yang, Zhihua Wang, Yueming Liu, Huifang Zhang, Xiaoliang Liu, Qingyang Zhang

“…Our study contributes a new, cost-effective avenue for promoting collaborative across-cities function planning and sustainable human-land system.…”
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Immunoregulative coating for scarless healing in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction by Shuang Wang, Chao Xu, Yuanman Yu, Jie Li, Tianwu Chen, Jing Wang, Changsheng Liu

“…Comprising gelatin methacrylate (GelMA), polyethyleneglycol diacrylate (PEGDA), and sulfated polysaccharide (SCS), the hydrogel forms a hydrogen-bonded lubricating layer to reduce friction. The sustained release of SCS also down-regulates M1 macrophage polarization, inhibiting early scar formation. …”
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Microbial Control in the Processing of Low-Temperature Meat Products: Non-Thermal Sterilization and Natural Antimicrobials by Xiaoyang Zhang, Feng Na, Min Zhang, Wei Yang

“…Both non-thermal sterilization technology and biocides can ensure food safety, extend the shelf life of food products, improve food quality, meet consumers’ demand for natural and healthy food, enhance market competitiveness, and play a positive role in promoting the sustainable development of the food industry. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the specific applications of biocides and non-thermal sterilization methods in food, highlighting the control parameters and their effects on microbes during low-temperature meat processing, to supply pertinent researchers with theoretical references.…”
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Effectiveness of active labour market policies for job creation and earnings of the self-employed by Sandra M. Sánchez-Cañizares, L. Javier Cabeza-Ramírez, Ana M. Castillo-Canalejo, Francisco J. Rey-Carmona

“…In light of these challenges, it is essential to understand how active labour market policies influence their wage conditions (earnings) and ability to generate employment in order to ensure adequate employment protection and promote sustainable economic growth. This study analyses how the application of eight different policies affects self-employed people’s earnings and job creation, comparing participants and non-participants. …”
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Spireoside Controls Blast Disease by Disrupting Membrane Integrity of Magnaporthe oryzae by Xu Liting, He Kaiwei, Guo Chunyu, Quan Cantao, Ma Yahuan, Zhang Wei, Ren Lifen, Wang Long, Song Li, Ouyang Qing, Yin Junjie, Zhu Xiaobo, Tang Yongyan, He Min, Chen Xuewei, Li Weitao

“…Among these agents, plant-derived antifungal metabolites are particularly promising due to their eco-friendly and sustainable nature. Plant secondary metabolites typically exhibit broad-spectrum antifungal activity without selective toxicity against pathogens. …”
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A review of photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) technology applied in building environment control by Xuhui Cao, Niansi Li, Yulin Li, Lei Che, Bendong Yu, Huifang Liu

“…PV/T technology combines solar photovoltaic and photothermal technology and obtains sustainable electrical energy and thermal energy at the same time. …”
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A unique case report on campylobacter rectus infection leading to acute motor axonal neuropathy in a pediatric patient by Uchechukwu Ibewuike, MBBS, John Kim, MD, Swati Mody, MBBS, Gregory Obala, MD, Ebere Ibezim, MBBS

“…About 1 week before his admission, the patient sustained an injury to his left eye from a cell phone, resulting in considerable edema. …”
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