Impact of bonding protocols and physical-mechanical properties of composite on durability and failure rate of fixed orthodontic retainers: a systematic review of laboratory studies by Maciej Jedliński, Marta Mazur, Claudia Salerno, Katarzyna Grocholewicz, Joanna Janiszewska-Olszowska

“…The aim of the systematic review is to evaluate and summarize the available evidence on composite materials used for fixed orthodontic retention bonding, particularly in relation to their shear bond strength, wear resistance, microleakage, and adhesive stability within different bonding protocols. Materials and methods A comprehensive search was conducted across five databases: PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and EBSCO Dentistry & Oral Sciences Source. …”
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Analysis of Carbon Stock Evolution and Its Vulnerability Characteristics Based on Land Use Change in Guizhou Province by Chen Darong, Zhou Xu, Yang Shengtian, Pei Yu, Hu Yuxue, Hu Feng

“…In the future, land use structure should be optimized, and planning and management should be strengthened.…”
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Wild ActionFormer: Enhancing wildlife action recognition for 11 endangered species in Wolong by Dan Liu, Qianqian Sun, Jin Hou, Bochuan Zheng, Jindong Zhang, Desheng Li, Tomas Norton, Jifeng Ning

“…We utilize UniformerV2 as the base backbone network, integrating self-supervised learning methods to enhance feature extraction capabilities. …”
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Design and simulation of a 5 KW solar-powered hybrid electric vehicle charging station with a ANN–Kalman filter MPPT and MPC-based inverter control for reduced THD by Youness Hakam, Hajar Ahessab, Ahmed Gaga, Mohamed Tabaa, Benachir El Hadadi

“…This ensures a reliable and sustainable power source for EV charging, reducing grid dependency during peak demand. …”
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Establishment of jujube anther culture and plant regeneration system by GUO Kaiwen, XU Chongchong, HU Yaning, HUANG Jian

“…In this study, three jujube varieties, Dongzao, Junzao and Qiyuexian, were used as materials. By optimizing the ratios of plant growth regulators, carbon sources, and cultivation conditions, an efficient anther culture regeneration system was established. …”
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HIV susceptibility to second-generation integrase strand transfer inhibitors among people with multidrug resistance: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol by Vincent Kamaël Mekel, Ezechiel Ngoufack Jagni Semengue, Aude Christelle Ka’e, Alex Durand Nka, Collins Ambe Chenwi, Hugues Germain Mimfe’e Mba, Naomi-Karell Etame, Aurelie Minelle Kengni Ngueko, Audrey Rachel Mundo Nayang, Bouba Yagai, Desiré Takou, Maria Mercedes Santoro, Nicaise Ndembi, Vittorio Colizzi, Carla Montesano, Carlo-Federico Perno, Francesca Ceccherini-Silberstein, Joseph Fokam

“…Design: This will be a systematic review and meta-analysis. Methods and analysis: This systematic review will include randomized and non-randomized trials, experimental studies, cohorts, cross-sectional studies, and governmental notices focusing on HIV susceptibility to 2nd-Gen INSTI. …”
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The impact of deregressed foreign breeding values on national beef cattle single-step genomic evaluation by Damilola Adekale, Zengting Liu, Ross Evans, Thierry Pabiou, Reinhard Reents, Dierck Segelke, Jens Tetens

“…A forward validation study with and without integrating foreign data across the three deregression methods showed improvement in reducing dispersion bias, as indicated by the regression coefficient. …”
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Incident HIV during pregnancy and postpartum and risk of mother-to-child HIV transmission: a systematic review and meta-analysis. by Alison L Drake, Anjuli Wagner, Barbra Richardson, Grace John-Stewart

“…<h4>Methods and findings</h4>We searched PubMed, Embase, and AIDS-related conference abstracts between January 1, 1980, and October 31, 2013, for articles and abstracts describing HIV acquisition during pregnancy/postpartum. …”
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Clinical characteristics and antibiotic sensitivity & resistance analysis of cases of orthopedic infections caused by Aeromonas hydrophila by Yuyang Liu, Peisheng Chen, Fengfei Lin

“…Methods A retrospective investigation was conducted by collecting general patient information, specimen sources, culture results, and antibiotic susceptibility data from 58 cases of Aeromonas hydrophila infections treated at our hospital between November 2020 and April 2024. …”
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Advancements in Ti₃C₂ MXene-Integrated Various Metal Hydrides for Hydrogen Energy Storage: A Review by Adem Sreedhar, Jin-Seo Noh

“…The current world is increasingly focusing on renewable energy sources with strong emphasis on the economically viable use of renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions and safeguard human health. …”
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STUDY OF THE INTENSITY OF THE LIGHT FLOW OF DENTAL PHOTOPOLYMERIZERS by O.A. Udod, H.M. Alihadzhyieva, V.M. Talanov

“…To study the dynamics of light intensity from light-curing units with different light sources at varying distances from the photoreceptor under laboratory conditions. …”
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Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy vs. Axillary Lymph Node Dissection for Early-Stage Breast Cancer and Sentinel Lymph Node Metastasis: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis With... by Sanjit Kumar Agrawal, M. Mohammed Imran, Shivank Sethi, Sanjay Kumar Yadav, Pawan Agarwal, Dhananjaya Sharma

“…ALND for early breast cancer patients with metastatic SLNs. Data Sources and Methods: Eligibility criteria included RCTs comparing SLNB ± RNI vs ALND for metastasis-positive SLN. …”
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AI augmented edge and fog computing for Internet of Health Things (IoHT) by Deepika Rajagopal, Pradeep Kumar Thimma Subramanian

“…These techniques allow data from many sources to be integrated to effectively assess patient health status and predict potential preventive actions. …”
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The effects of traditional Chinese exercises on anxiety and depression in adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Huan Feng, YanJing Li, QingChuan Wang, Ye Tao, ZhiHua Wang

“…ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate the comparative effectiveness of traditional Chinese exercises (TCEs) and other interventions for managing anxiety and depression in adults using a network meta-analysis approach.DesignSystematic review and network meta-analysis.MethodsLiterature search was conducted in Embase, PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library from inception to December 31, 2024. …”
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Impact of lifestyle factors and dietary patterns on serum uric acid levels and disease activity in gout: a systematic review by Mohammad Mustafa, Shahad Alshamrani, Lama Alghamdi, Hala Danish, Dana Alamoudi, Ghala Alshamrani, Abdullah Alagha, Adnan Alshaikh, Saher Alqarni, Yasser Bawazir

“…Conversely, high purine intake (especially animal sources), excessive alcohol consumption, and obesity are risk factors for gout exacerbation. …”
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Hybrid CNN–LSTM Model With Soft Attention Mechanism for Short‐Term Load Forecasting in Smart Grid by Syed Muhammad Hasanat, Muhammad Haris, Kaleem Ullah, Syed Zarak Shah, Usama Abid, Zahid Ullah

“…Deep learning techniques are now imperative for Short‐Term Load Forecasting (STLF), a significant enabler of energy flow management, demand‐side flexibility, and grid stability. These methods optimize smart grid performance under variable conditions by leveraging the synergistic integration of multiple architectures. …”
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Subnational tailoring of malaria interventions to prioritize the malaria response in Guinea by Ousmane Oumou Diallo, Abdourahamane Diallo, Kok Ben Toh, Nouman Diakité, Mohamed Dioubaté, Manuela Runge, Tasmin Symons, Elhadj Marouf Diallo, Jaline Gerardin, Beatriz Galatas, Alioune Camara

“…Abstract Background In the context of high malaria burden yet limited resources, Guinea’s national malaria programme adopted an innovative subnational tailoring (SNT) approach, including engagement of stakeholders, data review, and data analytics, to update their malaria operational plan for 2024–2026 and identify the most appropriate interventions for each district considering the resources available. Methods Guinea’s malaria programme triggered the SNT exercise with a list of decisions that could be informed with local data. …”
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Phytochemical and morpho-physiological response of Melissa officinalis L. to different NH4 + to NO3̄ ratios under hydroponic cultivation by Farzad Safaei, Abolfazl Alirezalu, Parviz Noruzi, Kazem Alirezalu

“…By comprehensively understanding the intricate dynamics among nitrogen sources, plants, and their surroundings, researchers and practitioners can devise inventive approaches to optimize nitrogen management practices and foster sustainable agricultural frameworks.…”
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Effect of preparation process on purity of tricalcium aluminate by Simona Ravaszová, Karel Dvořák, Andrea Jančíková

“…This multifaceted exploration enhances our understanding of clinker mineral synthesis, offering insights into optimizing purity based on grinding methods, sintering temperatures, and the impact of minor contaminants. …”
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Real-world utilization of Cenobamate as adjunct therapy in office-based neurology: practical tips and insights for titration by Patrick M. House, Lars Wiese

“…It also gives a glimpse into which ASMs are being used in the office-based setting in comparison to population and clinic-based data sources.MethodsThe cohort comprised 55 patients from two office-based outpatient practices (Niedergelassene) in Berlin (n = 25) and Hamburg (n = 30). …”
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