A global perspective on sustainable pathways for biogas adoption by K. Biró, K.S. Woon, W. Ounsaneha, C. Rattanapan

“…The technology presents various advantages, as it can be utilized for heating, generating power, and functioning as both a fuel and a raw material in the chemical manufacturing process. …”
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Simple Single-Person Fall Detection Model Using 3D Pose Estimation Mechanisms by Jinmo Yang, R. Young Chul Kim

“…Although various technologies with wearables and vision systems that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) have been developed to detect falls, many AI models are complex and resource-intensive. …”
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Surgical management of a midline submental neck mass in Zimbabwe: A case report by Dontre’ Douse, Katerina Green, Chengetai Dziwa, Munyaradzi Katiro, Tafadzwa Nyamurowa, Farai Ethel Chikomba, Titus Dzongodza, Joshua Wiedermann

“…Conclusion: At 1-month postoperative follow-up, the patient had experienced no complications and had a complete resolution of her functional symptoms and appearance. Contribution: We present a case that can illuminate the utility of ultrasound in the diagnosis of pediatric neck masses. …”
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Construction of a Dataset for All Expressed Transcripts for Alzheimer’s Disease Research by Zhenyu Huang, Bocheng Shi, Xuechen Mu, Siyu Qiao, Gangyi Xiao, Yan Wang, Ying Xu

“…Accurate identification and functional annotation of splicing isoforms and non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), alongside full-length protein-encoding transcripts, are critical for understanding gene (mis)regulation and metabolic reprogramming in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). …”
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Geospatial physiologically based demographic modeling and analysis of thirteen invasive species in Africa: why the biology matters by Andrew Paul Gutierrez, Luigi Ponti, Markus Neteler, Federica Stocchino, Jose Ricardo Cure, Peter E. Kenmore, George Simmons

“…Two approaches are used to parameterize PBDMs: (1) mass/energy acquisition and allocation, and (2) biodemographic functions fitted to vital rates estimated from age-specific life table studies conducted under a range of abiotic conditions; vital rates that result from resource acquisition and allocation under experimental conditions. …”
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Interpretable Chinese Fake News Detection With Chain-of-Thought and In-Context Learning by Bingyi Liu, Anqi Wang, Chengqian Xia

“…The spread of fake news through on-line platforms poses a significant threat to public trust and social stability, especially in resource-constrained Chinese domains. Existing Fake News Detection (FND) models often lack transparency, functioning as “black boxes” that limit their practical utility. …”
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Implementation of Arabic Language Learning Media in Islamic Universities: Benefits and Problems by Isna Mufidah, Siti Khoiriyah, Nurul Ainiy

“…The findings reveal that various types of media are utilized, including audio, visual, audio-visual, and interactive multimedia formats. …”
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Study of physicochemical properties of hydrophobic calcite based on sugar factory defecates by Masharipova Sharofat, Jumaniyazov Maxsud, Turkmenbaeva Mayra, Kabulova Lola

“…Thus, the developed technology allows not only to efficiently utilize sugar production waste, but also to create valuable functional materials for various industries, promoting the development of environmentally friendly and resource-saving technologies.…”
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Integrated in silico identification of cholinesterase inhibitors from Nyctanthes arbor-tristis. by Qazi Mohammad Sajid Jamal, Ali H Alharbi, Varish Ahmad, Khurshid Ahmad

“…This study utilizes an in silico methodology to investigate new cholinesterase inhibitors sourced from Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, a plant known for its abundant bioactive phytochemicals. …”
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A study on neutrosophic $$\mathscr {T}_{\textrm{1k}}$$ -semantic segmentation for iris image recognition with Gaussian and Poisson noises by Vinoth Dhatchinamoorthy, Ezhilmaran Devarasan, Asima Razzaque, Saima Noor

“…The $$\mathscr {T}_{1k}$$ segmentation method pertains to type 1, encompassing truth and falsity membership functions. In this method, multiclass segmentation is possible based on the image intensity values of the neutrosophic membership functions. …”
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Portable cotton swab biosensor for rapid naked-eye detection of Helicobacter pylori by Ghadeer.A.R.Y. Suaifan, Asmaa Alnajajrah, Ward Abu Jbara, Amr A. El-Mousa, Fahid Abu Jbara, Doha A.I. Al-Omari, Mayadah B. Shehadeh

“…These findings support the biosensor's utility as a point-of-care diagnostic tool in low-resource settings for the early detection and surveillance of H. pylori infections.…”
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Preparation of Calcium-Chelating Peptides from Squid Skin and Evaluation of Calcium Absorption Capacity in Caco-2 Cell Monolayer Model by Jihao Zeng, Xue Bai, Yongli Zhang, Qianyu Le, Jinhong Wu, Huiyun Chen

“…These findings demonstrate an innovative strategy for converting squid processing byproducts into functional nutraceuticals, which not only addresses calcium deficiency challenges but also promotes resource sustainability by utilizing waste materials.…”
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Co-UWSN: Cooperative Energy-Efficient Protocol for Underwater WSNs by S. Ahmed, N. Javaid, F. A. Khan, M. Y. Durrani, A. Ali, A. Shaukat, M. M. Sandhu, Z. A. Khan, U. Qasim

“…Destination and potential relays are selected that utilize distance and signal-to-noise ratio computation of the channel conditions as cost functions. …”
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The role of Green Building Information Modeling (GBIM) in promoting architectural sustainability by Yousif Al-Mashhadani Mays, Abdulmunem Al-Tameemi Osamah

“…Green Building Information Modeling (Green BIM) is a critical instrument for promoting sustainable architecture, given that it integrates environmental sustainability principles into building design and construction. By utilizing highly advanced digital technology, Green BIM optimizes energy efficiency, reduces environmental impact, and enhances resource allocation throughout a building’s lifecycle. …”
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An Examination of the Application of Polyurethane-Based Hydrophobic Nanocoatings Inspired by Natural Structures in Extracting Water from Air Humidity by Ashkan Zolriasatein, Sepideh Abdolahzadeh, Negar Motakef kazemi

“…Water is a renewable natural resource that can produce freshwater globally. Interestingly, some animals in nature can collect water from fog, which can be the inspiration to develop novel and functional water-collecting materials. …”
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Proceedings of essential health care package development, in Botswana and Sierra Leone, November 2022 by Humphrey Cyprian Karamagi, Solyana Ngusbrhan Kidane, Pierre Claver Kariyo, Araia Berhane Mesfin, Isabella Maina, Gertrude Avortri, Hyppolite Kalambay Ntembwa

“…Although countries’ packages vary in scope, many utilize the package to guide resource allocation, equity, advocacy, prioritization of services, political commitment, and accountability. …”
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An Affordable AI-Driven and 3D-Printed Personalized Myoelectric Prosthesis: Design, Development, and Assessment by Enzo Romero, Jose G. Garcia, Magno Parra, Sebastian Caballa, Alejandro M. Saldarriaga, Edson F. Luque, Dante J. Rodriguez, Victoria E. Abarca, Dante A. Elias

“…Conventional myoelectric prostheses, while offering functional restoration, have limited adaptability and high cost. …”
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A quantum inspired machine learning approach for multimodal Parkinson’s disease screening by Diya Vatsavai, Anya Iyer, Ashwin A. Nair

“…As disease progression impairs speech, memory, and motor functions over time, early diagnosis is crucial for preserving patients’ quality of life. …”
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Operating Point Optimization of Agricultural Tractor–Implement Combinations as Constraint Optimization Problem by Benjamin Kazenwadel, Marina Graf, Lukas Michiels, Marcus Geimer

“…These constraints allow for the formulation of explicit objective functions that are observable during the operation. …”
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Creating a Superior <i>Wx</i> Allele with Temperature-Responsive Amylose Regulation and a Novel Transcriptional Pattern in Rice via CRISPR/Cas9-Mediated Promoter Editing by Jiali Yan, Jiawen Yu, Huimin Shen, Lihui Zhou, Zhuanzhuan Chen, Xiaolei Fan, Qianfeng Li, Changquan Zhang, Qing Liu, Lichun Huang, Qiaoquan Liu

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