Randomised controlled trial comparing intraoperative cell salvage and autotransfusion with standard care in the treatment of hip fractures: a protocol for the WHITE 9 study by Mike Murphy, Nicholas Parsons, James Mason, Juul Achten, Duncan Appelbe, Edward Dickenson, Damian Griffin, Katy Mironov, Matthew Wyse, Amrita Athwal, Xavier Luke Griffin, Heather O'Connor

“…Introduction People who sustain a hip fracture are typically elderly, frail and require urgent surgery. …”
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Toxicity effect of Ricinus communis methanolic extracts against Bactrocera cucurbitae (Diptera: Tephritidae) by Sadia Manzoor, Rasheed Akbar, Afaq Hussain, Amjad Ali, Brekhna Faheem, Maid Zaman, Abid Farid, Ijaz Hussain, Imtiaz Ali Khan, Kahkashan Perveen (ORCID:

“…Conventional control methods, often reliant on chemical pesticides, pose environmental and ecological concerns, necessitating the exploration of alternative strategies for sustainable pest management. Invasive plants often exert deleterious effects on ecosystems, and the castor bean plant, Ricinus communis, is no exception. …”
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Compost quality optimization through Plackett-Burman’s design by Luis Felipe Ortiz-Dongo, Yerly Mendez-Revollar, Richard Solórzano-Acosta, Sphyros Lastra, Gladys Carrión-Carrera

“…Conclusion: These findings provide a solid foundation for composting practice's continuous improvement, contributing to high-quality organic fertilizer production more efficiently and sustainably. This study has the potential to guide future research and feasible applications in the agricultural field, favoring more environmentally friendly practices adoption.  …”
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Ketamine Boluses Are Associated with a Reduction in Intracranial Pressure and an Increase in Cerebral Perfusion Pressure: A Retrospective Observational Study of Patients with Sever... by Bradley A. Dengler, Oliver Karam, Colleen A. Barthol, Aaron Chance, Laura E. Snider, Clare M. Mundy, Michael T. Bounajem, William C. Johnson, Moustafa M. Maita, Paola M. Mendez-Gomez, Ali Seifi, Shaheryar Hafeez

“…We defined refractory as any sustained ICP greater than 20 mmHg after the patient was adequately sedated, serum Na was at goal, and CO2 was maintained between 35 and 40 mmHg. …”
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Effects of combined inoculation of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plant growth-promoting rhizosphere bacteria on seedling growth and rhizosphere microecology by Wanli Zeng, Dan Xiang, Xuemei Li, Qian Gao, Yudong Chen, Kunmiao Wang, Yingying Qian, Luoping Wang, Jing Li, Qili Mi, Haitao Huang, Li Xu, Mingfang Zhao, Yingzhen Zhang, Haiying Xiang

“…In summary, the combined inoculation of AMF and SG29 promotes tobacco seedling growth, optimizes the rhizosphere microbial community's structure and function, and serves as a sustainable microbial co-cultivation method for tobacco seedling production.…”
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Symptom network analysis of insomnia-depression-anxiety-stigma in tuberculosis patients by Xiangmin Liu, Xue Qiu, Huizhen Lan, LiuYue Diao, Wei Huang, Yan Wen, Mei Feng, Mei Feng, Xiangdong Tang

“…Stigma, particularly negative perceptions from family, may play a crucial mediating role in sustaining the entire symptom network. Consequently, these symptoms could represent potential targets for intervention.…”
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Hot and cold exposure triggers distinct transcriptional and behavioral responses in laboratory-inbred pond snails by Veronica Rivi, Anuradha Batabyal, Cristina Benatti, Fabio Tascedda, Johanna Maria Catharina Blom, Ken Lukowiak

“…These data suggest, albeit at the transcriptional level, the existence of a negative feedback loop necessary for sustaining cellular functions when metabolic demands might shift towards conserving energy during prolonged cold exposure. …”
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Development of vitex-derived polymer nanofibers using electrochemical sensors for the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome in rats as an animal model by Zaid H. Mahmoud, Uday Abdul-Reda Hussein, Najwa Aljbory, Mohammed Jawad Alnajar, Laleh Maleknia, Abolfazl Mirani, Ehsan kianfar

“…Results: The results showed that the drug was well incorporated into the fibers and released slowly and sustainedly from the nanofibers for 30 days. Ex vivo results showed that by taking letrozole, the polycarbonate (PC) group had larger cystic follicles with a very thin granulosa layer than the control group. …”
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A novel framework unveiling the importance of heterogeneous selection and drift on the community structure of symbiotic microbial indicator taxa across altitudinal gradients in amp... by Jin Zhou, Zhidong Liu, Sishuo Wang, Jing Li, Lin Zhang, Ziyan Liao

“…Here, we propose a comprehensive framework for identifying DTUs/DSUs that remarkably contribute to the various mechanisms sustaining microbial community structure. Amphibian symbiotic microbes along an altitudinal gradient from Sichuan Province, China, were employed to examine the proposed statistical framework. …”
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Impact of mango peel pectin and Bacillus iranensis on growth, immunity, and gene expression in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) by Anisa Rilla Lubis, Nguyen Vu Linh, Khambou Tayyamath, Supreya Wannavijit, Punika Ninyamasiri, Chanagun Chitmanat, Wanaporn Tapingkae, Einar Ringø, Hien Van Doan, Maria Ángeles Esteban

“…This highlights their potential as effective feed additives for improving fish health and supporting sustainable aquaculture practices.…”
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Response of Hard-Bottom Macro-Zoobenthos to the Transition of a Mediterranean Mariculture Fish Plant (Mar Grande of Taranto, Ionian Sea) into an Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquacultur... by Roberta Trani, Cataldo Pierri, Antonella Schiavo, Tamara Lazic, Maria Mercurio, Isabella Coccia, Adriana Giangrande, Caterina Longo

“…These findings demonstrate the potential of IMTA to promote recovery and sustainable mariculture practices, also offering a comprehensive understanding of its positive effects on hard-bottom benthic community dynamics.…”
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Trivalent recombinant protein vaccine induces cross-neutralization against XBB lineage and JN.1 subvariants: preclinical and phase 1 clinical trials by Jingyun Yang, Weiqi Hong, Huashan Shi, Cai He, Hong Lei, Yanan Zhou, Hao Yang, Aqu Alu, Zimin Chen, Yun Yang, Wenhai Yu, Cong Tang, Junbin Wang, Bai Li, Qing Huang, Jiong Li, Li Yang, Wei Wang, Guobo Shen, Jinliang Yang, Zhiwei Zhao, Xiangrong Song, Zhaoming Su, Yuquan Wei, Qiangming Sun, Shuaiyao Lu, Zhenling Wang, Youchun Wang, Guangwen Lu, Weimin Li, Xiawei Wei

“…Protective immunity is maintained long-term, with sustained neutralizing antibodies and T cell responses, as well as memory B cells and long-lived plasma cells observed by day 210 post-immunization. …”
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A review of vegetable waste bio-processing techniques in rural areas by Noorafizah Murshid, Junidah Lamaming, Sariah Saalah, Mariani Rajin, Abu Zahrim Yaser

“…Waste management should be engineered in a way to process the waste into value-added products in a sustainable manner. This review evaluates four bioprocessing techniques for this purpose: anaerobic digestion (AD), vermicomposting (VC), black soldier fly composting (BSFC), and composting. …”
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3D bioprinting lobule-like hepatorganoids with induced vascularization for orthotopic implantation by Jianing Yan, Zhichao Ye, Yiwei Lu, Yuyang Yuan, Xiaofeng Wang, Tingting Yan, Jun Yin, Yifan Wang

“…Orthotopic implantation in vivo is the ultimate target of tissue-engineering organoids research, aiming to achieve sustaining survival after implantation. However, the limited representation of a complex microenvironment in implanted accepter hampers a comprehensive understanding of long-term maintenance of tissue-engineering organoids, especially in liver. …”
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Efficient and accurate tobacco leaf maturity detection: an improved YOLOv10 model with DCNv3 and efficient local attention integration by Yi Shi, Hong Wang, Fei Wang, Yingkuan Wang, Jianjun Liu, Long Zhao, Hui Wang, Feng Zhang, Qiongmin Cheng, Shunhao Qing

“…The precise determination of tobacco leaf maturity is pivotal for safeguarding the taste and quality of tobacco products, augmenting the financial gains of tobacco growers, and propelling the industry’s sustainable progression. This research addresses the inherent subjectivity and variability in conventional maturity evaluation techniques reliant on human expertise by introducing an innovative YOLOv10-based method for tobacco leaf maturity detection. …”
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Humic Acid Enhances Antioxidant and Glyoxalase Systems to Combat Copper Toxicity in Citrus by Wei-Tao Huang, Xu-Feng Chen, Wei-Lin Huang, Qian Shen, Fei Lu, Ning-Wei Lai, Jiuxin Guo, Lin-Tong Yang, Xin Ye, Li-Song Chen

“…These findings highlight the promise of HA for sustainable citrus cultivation in heavy metal (Cu)-polluted soils.…”
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Modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in sub-saharan Africa (2015–2023) by Beminate Lemma Seifu, Yohannes Mekuria Negussie, Angwach Abrham Asnake, Bezawit Melak Fente, Zufan Alamrie Asmare, Mamaru Melkam, Meklit Melaku Bezie, Alemayehu Kasu Gebrehana, Sintayehu Simie Tsega, Hiwot Atlaye Asebe

“…Abstract Background The Sustainable Development Goals Target 2.2 aims to eliminate all forms of malnutrition, including anemia, while the World Health Assembly targets a 50% reduction in anemia among women of childbearing age by 2025. …”
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TEACHERS’ PROFILE, MOTIVATION, APTITUDE, AND SATISFACTION IN A VIRTUAL UPSKILLING ENVIRONMENT by Dave E. Marcial, Jan Cynth Palama, Fredlie Bucog, Steven Binarao

“…Addressing the deficit in online learning skills while sustaining high motivation and satisfaction among teachers should be a top priority in future education initiatives. …”
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The modern options of chronic hepatitis C antiviral therapy with daclatasvir: results of named patient program by V. T. Ivashkin, M. V. Mayevskaya, D. T. Abdurakhmanov, I. G. Bakulin, N. I. Geyvandova, M. L. Zubkin, S. N. Kizhlo, A. V. Kuznetsova, I. B. Latysheva, N. A. Mamonova, V. G. Morozov, O. I. Sagalova, Ye. V. Esaulenko, Ye. O. Lyusina

“…The patients with 1b HCV genotype received treatment by combination of daclatasvir and asunaprevir 100 mg, patients with 2 and 3 HCV genotypes, and those with 1b HCV genotype after the liver transplantation received daclatasvir to sofosbuvir combination. Results. Sustained virologic response for 24 wks (SVR24) in early approach program was 89% (83 of 93) of patients with severe liver disease who urgently needed effective treatment with estimated life expectancy of less than 12 months if been untreated. …”
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Polysomnographic titration of non-invasive ventilation in motor neurone disease (3TLA): study protocol for a randomised controlled trial by David J. Berlowitz, Dominic Rowe, Mark E. Howard, Amanda Piper, Marnie Graco, Sabine Braat, Bhajan Singh, Tanara Viera Souza, Natasha Lannin, Alistair McLean, Abbey Sawyer, Kate A. Carey, Yasmin Ahamed, on behalf of the 3TLA Trial Group

“…However, for this clinical practice model to result in sustained benefits, evidence of effectiveness across multiple sites, as well as culture and practice change, must occur. …”
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