International Consensus Diagnostic Criteria for Autoimmune Pancreatitis and Its Japanese Amendment Have Improved Diagnostic Ability over Existing Criteria by Masahiro Maruyama, Takayuki Watanabe, Keita Kanai, Takaya Oguchi, Takashi Muraki, Hideaki Hamano, Norikazu Arakura, Shigeyuki Kawa

“…The ICDC achieved the highest diagnostic ability in terms of accuracy (95.0%), followed by JPS 2011 (92.9%), Korean (92.2%), HISORt (88.7%), Asian (87.2%), and JPS 2006 (85.1%). Nearly all criteria systems exhibited a high specificity of 100%, indicating that the enhanced diagnostic ability of the ICDC and JPS 2011 likely stemmed from increased sensitivity brought about by inclusion of diagnostic items requiring no endoscopic retrograde pancreatography. …”
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Exploring pattern-specific components associated with hand gestures through different sEMG measures by Yangyang Yuan, Jionghui Liu, Chenyun Dai, Xiao Liu, Bo Hu, Jiahao Fan

“…Abstract For surface electromyography (sEMG) based human–machine interaction systems, accurately recognizing the users’ gesture intent is crucial. …”
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Analyzing the Relationship between Moral Climate and Sense of Belonging to School and Academic Success: The Mediating Role of Iraqi Students\' Academic Hardiness by Ne'ma Zakari Rashid Aziz, Behnaz Mohajeran

“…Introduction: Most learning happens through formal education in schools, and effective school systems require a correct combination of educational resources and facilities, the moral orientation of the school atmosphere, and the characteristics of students. …”
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Understanding the relationship, trends, and integration challenges between lean manufacturing and industry 4.0. A literature review by Tariq Benslimane, Rajaa Benabbou, Salma Mouatassim, Jamal Benhra

“…Challenges include the need for a cultural transformation to align Lean’s simplicity with  Industry  4.0’s  complexity,  resolve  compatibility  issues  between  legacy  systems  and  new  technologies,  enhance  data  management  and  cybersecurity,  address  skill  deficiencies  through  staff  training,  and  ensure supplier and partner alignment. …”
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Investigating the Barriers of Using Blockchain Technology in Iran's Automobile Industry by Mohsen Zabihi Jamkhaneh, Mojtaba Farrokh, Hamed Hashemi Nezhad Mikal, Milad Sheikh Reza Zadeh Tehrani

“…Based on the findings, among the seven factors of the leading technical and technological component, three sub-components, including the lack of necessary safety against cyber attacks, the storing information problem, and the lack of standardization in different blockchain systems were ranked first to third, respectively, which shows the significance of the technical and technological factors.…”
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Harnessing nanotechnology for cancer treatment by Jiajun Zhu, Jiajun Zhu, HaeJu Lee, HaeJu Lee, Ruotong Huang, Ruotong Huang, Jianming Zhou, Jingjun Zhang, Xiaoyi Yang, Wenhan Zhou, Wangqing Jiang, Shuying Chen

“…By manipulating materials at the nanoscale, researchers have developed nanocarriers capable of targeted drug delivery, improving therapeutic efficacy while reducing systemic toxicity. Nanoparticles like liposomes, dendrimers, and polymeric nanomaterials have shown significant promise in delivering chemotherapeutic agents directly to tumor sites, enhancing drug bioavailability and minimizing damage to healthy tissues. …”
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Influence of Different ECM-Like Hydrogels on Neurite Outgrowth Induced by Adipose Tissue-Derived Stem Cells by E. Oliveira, R. C. Assunção-Silva, O. Ziv-Polat, E. D. Gomes, F. G. Teixeira, N. A. Silva, A. Shahar, A. J. Salgado

“…All the hydrogel-based systems supported axonal growth mediated by ASCs, but this effect was more robust in functionalized GG. …”
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Evaluating the Progress of the EU Countries Towards Implementation of the European Green Deal: A Multiple Criteria Approach by Giovanni Ottomano Palmisano, Lucia Rocchi, Lorenzo Negri, Lea Piscitelli

“…It is thus evident that holistic and scientifically sound decision support systems are crucial to help EU policymakers and stakeholders in monitoring the progress of countries towards the implementation of the EGD. …”
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Unveiling the Anti-Angiogenic Potential of Small-Molecule (Kinase) Inhibitors for Application in Rheumatoid Arthritis by Fatemeh Khodadust, Eva M. L. Philippon, Maarten M. Steinz, Jan Piet van Hamburg, Johan van Meerloo, Judy R. van Beijnum, Gerrit Jansen, Sander W. Tas, Conny J. van der Laken

“…Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation leading to joint damage and systemic complications. Angiogenesis promotes inflammation and contributes to RA progression. …”
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CD56-Negative Aggressive NK Cell Leukemia Relapsing as Multiple Cranial Nerve Palsies: Case Report and Literature Review by M. Guerreiro, F. Príncipe, M. J. Teles, S. Fonseca, A. H. Santos, E. Fonseca, P. Gomes, C. Marques, M. Lima

“…Aggressive natural killer cell leukemia (ANKL) is extremely rare and habitually manifests as a systemic disease with multiorgan failure that rapidly evolves to death. …”
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Experimenter Effects on Pain Reporting in Women Vary across the Menstrual Cycle by Jacob M. Vigil, Jared DiDomenico, Chance Strenth, Patrick Coulombe, Eric Kruger, Andrea A. Mueller, Diego Guevara Beltran, Ian Adams

“…These findings have implications for standardizing pain measurement protocols and understanding how basic biopsychosocial mechanisms (e.g., person-perception systems) can modulate pain experiences.…”
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Bacterial Cellulose: From Biofabrication to Applications in Sustainable Fashion and Vegan Leather by Dheanda Absharina, Mohamad Padri, Csilla Veres, Csaba Vágvölgyi

“…The rising demand for sustainable materials has led to a significant focus on developing resources from renewable systems, particularly through the integration of biological processes. …”
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Dynamic adaptive pathways planning for adaptation: lessons learned from a decade of practice in Aotearoa New Zealand by Judy Lawrence, Shari L. Gallop, Lisa Marquardt, Rob Bell, Paula Blackett, Nicholas A. Cradock-Henry, Anita Wreford

“…DAPP research and practice in A-NZ has advanced the design of monitoring systems, decision signals and triggers, staging managed retreat over time, and serious games to prime decision makers for dealing with uncertainty. …”
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Exploring the relationship between nursing professional values and job satisfaction in Vietnam by Thi-Phuong-Thao Pham, Mei-Chih Huang

“…Caring, professionalism, and justice did not show significant influence, which could be explained by the structure and organization of healthcare systems in Vietnam context characterized by hierarchical structures, resource constraints, high patient-to-nurse ratios, limited professional development opportunities, and cultural factors. …”
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The Swab, the Drip, or the Meat? Comparison of Microbiological Sampling Methods in Vacuum-Packed Raw Beef by Aracely Martínez-Moreno, America Chávez-Martínez, Janet E. Corry, Christopher R. Helps, Raúl. A. Reyes-Villagrana, Juan. M. Tirado Gallegos, Eduardo Santellano-Estrada, Ana L. Rentería-Monterrubio

“…In conclusion, the drip method can recover up to two logarithms more than the other techniques in vacuum-packed meat; hence, it should be considered when designing and implementing sampling systems for the meat industry.…”
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Quantitative Assessment of Optimal Bone Marrow Site for the Isolation of Porcine Mesenchymal Stem Cells by J. S. McDaniel, B. Antebi, M. Pilia, B. J. Hurtgen, S. Belenkiy, C. Necsoiu, L. C. Cancio, C. R. Rathbone, A. I. Batchinsky

“…In addition, we assessed the feasibility of a commercially available platelet concentrator (Magellan® MAR01™ Arteriocyte Medical Systems, Hopkinton, MA) as a bedside stem cell concentration device. …”
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Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health by Jacopo Logiudice, Maria Alberti, Andrea Ciccarone, Benedetta Rossi, Giorgio Tiecco, Maria Antonia De Francesco, Eugenia Quiros-Roldan

“…Europe faces increased risk due to the expanding habitats of disease-carrying organisms, the spread of new species like <i>Aedes albopictus</i> since 2013, and increased movement of infected individuals between countries, leading European countries to implement strategies such as enhanced surveillance systems, public awareness campaigns, and prompt outbreak response strategies. …”
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International University Network Internet Project of Integrated Engineering Education by I. V. Breido, S. M. Stazhkov, A. V. Bobryakov, V. G. Khomchenko, A. A. Kabanov, B. Katalinic

“…The experience gained in the process of project implementation became the basis for the development of a new interdisciplinary program for the specialized magistracy as “Robotics. Control systems” for the Kazakhstan industry. The international university network project “Synergy” can become the basis for the practical implementation of the principles of the Bologna process, taking into account the specifics of the CIS countries.…”
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The Impact of Land Development Rights Transfer on Urban–Rural Spatial Justice: A Case Study of Chongqing’s Land Quota Trading by Siyi Wei, Jing Huang, Zhanlu Zhang

“…Spatial justice, as a fundamental value in social systems, plays a key role in achieving social justice and improving human well-being. …”
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Advanced Control for Shipboard Cranes with Asymmetric Output Constraints by Mingxuan Cao, Meng Xu, Yongqiao Gao, Tianlei Wang, Anan Deng, Zhenyu Liu

“…This study provides an effective solution to the control challenges of shipboard crane systems operating in confined spaces, offering significant practical value and applicability.…”
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