A new optimal control approach to uncertain Euler-Lagrange equations: $ H_\infty $ disturbance estimator and generalized $ H_2 $ tracking controller by Taewan Kim, Jung Hoon Kim

“…This paper proposed a new optimal control method for uncertain Euler-Lagrange systems, focusing on estimating model uncertainties and improving tracking performance. …”
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Learning from “Knocks in Life”: Food Insecurity among Low-Income Lone Senior Women by Rebecca J. Green-LaPierre, Patricia L. Williams, N. Theresa Glanville, Deborah Norris, Heather C. Hunter, Cynthia G. Watt

“…Drawing upon Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory, we explored their perceived ability to access a nutritionally adequate and personally acceptable diet, and the barriers and enablers to do so; as well in light of our previous quantitative research, we explored their perceptions related to adequacy of income, essential expenses, and their strategies to manage personal finances. …”
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Procedural Pediatric Sedation by Nurses: Available, Competent, and Safe by Laetiscia Lavoie, Catherine Vezina, Emilie Paul-Savoie, Claude Cyr, Sylvie Lafrenaye

“…Our nurse-led sedation program compares favorably to other similar systems.…”
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Analysis of factors influencing innovation and entrepreneurship education based on analytic hierarchy process by Xianchao Zhou, Yanbo Cheng

“…This quantitative approach enhances the accuracy and reliability of results compared to previous studies, highlighting the importance of systematic and scientific analysis for understanding and optimizing complex educational systems. This study underscores the core role of government funding in IEE, providing new perspectives for future policy-making and educational strategies. …”
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Generation of 10 kT axial magnetic fields using multiple conventional laser beams: A sensitivity study for kJ PW-class laser facilities by Jue Xuan Hao, Xiang Tang, Alexey Arefiev, Robert J. Kingham, Ping Zhu, Yin Shi, Jian Zheng

“…This method is particularly well-suited for multi-kilojoule petawatt-class laser systems like SG-II UP, which are designed with multiple linearly polarized beamlets. …”
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Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Current Management and Future Development—Improved Outcomes with Surgical Resection by Yoji Kishi, Kiyoshi Hasegawa, Yasuhiko Sugawara, Norihiro Kokudo

“…Multimodality approaches combining other local ablation or systemic therapy may help improve the prognosis. On the other hand, minimally invasive, or laparoscopic, hepatectomy has become popular over the last decade. …”
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Conventional Control Strategies in Building Energy Management by Mahrouch Habiba, Haidi Touria, Derri Mounir, Hbiak Ishak, Mellouli El Mehdi, Mbarki Fatima Ezzahra

“…These include the efficient control of complex, non-linear, and uncertain building systems. To address these issues, the review explores future research directions focused on developing adaptive, robust, and non-linear control techniques. …”
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Comparison of treatments for preventing lower urinary tract symptoms after BCG immunotherapy of bladder tumors : a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Zihao Chen, Xin Chen, Dingchao Li, Jingang jian, Chang Yao, Xuedong Wei, Jianquan Hou

“…In this study, the treatments for preventing LUTS after BCG instillations were compared through a systemic review and network meta-analysis (NMA). Methods Eligible studies were obtained from the PubMed, Web of Science, Embase and Cochrane Library databases. …”
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Natural Background Level and Contamination of Shallow Groundwater Salinity in Various Aquifers in a Coastal Urbanized Area, South China by Pan Bi, Dongya Han, Chunyan Liu, Liquan Xiao, Heqiu Wu, Meng Zhang

“…Moreover, the wastewater leakage from sewer systems was one of the main pathways for groundwater salinity contamination in urbanized areas, because the proportion of groundwater salinity contamination in urbanized areas formed in 1988–1998 was more than 1.5 times that in urbanized areas formed in 1998–2006 regardless of groundwater units. …”
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Towards an HCV vaccine: an overview of the immunization strategies for eliciting an effective B-cell response by Gabriel L. Costa, Giuseppe A. Sautto

“…The protective role of the humoral response directed against the HCV E2 glycoprotein is well established, and broadly neutralizing antibodies play a crucial role in effective viral clearance.Areas covered This review explores the HCV targets and the different vaccination approaches, encompassing different expression systems, antigen selection strategies, and delivery methods, focusing on those aimed at eliciting a broad and effective humoral response. …”
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Harmonic and Supra-Harmonic Emissions of Electric Vehicle Chargers: Modeling and Cumulative Impact Indices by Antonio Bracale, Pierluigi Caramia, Giovanni Mercurio Casolino, Pasquale de Falco, Iqrar Hussain, Pietro Varilone, Paola Verde

“…The analysis of power quality disturbances in distribution systems has gained significance with the diffusion of electric vehicles (EVs). …”
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Multisystemic impact of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease: A case report highlighting renal, hepatic, and neurological involvement by Ibrahim Khalil, MBBS, Ahmed Fahim Faiyaz, MBBS, Md. Imran Hossain, MBBS, Mahmuda Akter, MBBS

“…We present a case of a 64-year-old male with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD), characterized by systemic involvement, including renal, hepatic, and neurological complications. …”
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A multimodal dataset for robotic peg extraction based on Bioin-Tacto sensor modulesMendeley Data by Viral Galayia, Ruslan Masinjila, Soheil Khatibi, Thiago Eustaquio Alves de Oliveira, Xianta Jiang, Vinicius Prado da Fonseca

“…Robots need to adapt to the complexities of acting in unstructured environments. Robotic systems need more awareness of the environment to adapt to uncertainty and variability. …”
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Assessing Knowledge and Attitude of Dental Patients regarding the Use of Dental Implants: A Survey-Based Research by Abdulrahman Alajlan, Aryaf Alhoumaidan, Abeer Ettesh, Mazen Doumani

“…Among the 200 participants included in this study, 91.5% of the respondents heard about implants and their source of information were friends (45.5%), 38% of the respondents had no idea about the oral hygiene for the care of the implants compared with natural teeth, 28.5% of the respondents expected them to last between 10 and 20 years, and 48.5% of the respondents believed that dental implants have no effects on the systemic health and there was nonsignificant difference between males and females. …”
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Experimentally Induced Pulpal Lesion and Substance P Expression: Effect of Ketoprofen—A Preliminary Study by Gian Marco Abbate, Paola Sacerdote, Giada Amodeo, Alessandro Mangano, Luca Levrini

“…A sample of 20 young systemically healthy adults of both sexes, nonsmokers, with a healthy upper third molar to extract for orthodontic purposes, was selected. …”
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Occurrence of Salmonella in Fresh Foods Sold in the City of Nampula, Northern Mozambique by Almeida Abudo Leite Machamba, Celso Raul Silambo Chaves, Laura Amisse, Brígida Macaza, Cecília Boaventura, Isac Joaquim Presse, Acácio Salamandane

“…Salmonellosis, an infectious disease caused by the Salmonella species, encompasses a broad spectrum of clinical manifestations, ranging from mild self-limiting gastroenteritis to severe systemic infections. It affects millions of people annually, causing immense morbidity and economic losses worldwide. …”
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Sustainable biopolymer-based spheres for controlled release of nematodes: From development to their effects under seasonal climate variations by Javier Pitti Caballero, Rubén Collantes, Débora R. Antunes, Jahzeel Samaniego, Yabelys Santamaría, Jorge Muñoz, Renato Grillo

“…This study evaluates the efficacy of alginate- and chitosan-based biopolymer encapsulation systems, augmented with cellulose and encapsulated nematodes (oscheius carolinensis), as viable solutions for sustainable pest control in vegetable cultivation. …”
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Improved conversion of carbon dioxide to methane via photohydrogenation using Gd2NiMnO6 with a dendritic fibrous architecture by Ping Yan, Dulong Feng, Qian Wan, Shulong Liu, Seyed Mohsen Sadeghzadeh

“…This approach provides significant economic benefits and compatibility with functional groups, highlighting the potential of combining 3D nanoparticle structures with sustainable chemistry to create highly efficient catalytic systems for CO₂ to CH₄ conversion.…”
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Journey across extrinsic tactics for power improvements of triboelectric energy harvesting beyond intrinsic materials and device structures: A concise review by Ahmed Mahfuz Tamim, Yebin Lee, Jung Hwan Park, Geon-Tae Hwang, Chang Kyu Jeong

“…This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into current developments in TENG technology, paving the way for future innovations aimed at creating high-performance, self-powered systems for next-generation applications.…”
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Assessment of the Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception (KAP) of Sheep Farmers Regarding Ticks and Tick-Borne Pathogens in Tunisia, North Africa by Médiha Khamassi Khbou, Syrine Rekik, Rihab Romdhane, Limam Sassi, Felicitas Bergmann, Martin H. Groschup, Mourad Rekik, Mohamed Gharbi

“…A structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge, attitudes/practices, and perceptions (KAP) of 86 farmers of extensive sheep farming systems across different agro-ecological areas in Tunisia. …”
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