A Patient-Oriented Implementation Strategy for a Perioperative mHealth Intervention: Feasibility Cohort Study by Daan Toben, Astrid de Wind, Eva van der Meij, Judith A F Huirne, Johannes R Anema

“…The mHealth application ikHerstel is one such tool, but although it administers its functions in the home, its implementation hinges on health care professionals within the hospital. …”
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Optimal selection of tree species for ecological protection forests on the riverbank side of the lower Yellow River flood control dikes by Xiaolei Zhang, Kexin Li, Zhiheng Xu, Chaoqun Li, Zhengxiong Bai, Chen Yang

“…Then, a TOPSIS-AHP coupled model is constructed for tree species selection, considering three primary indicators: wave dissipation capacity, growth characteristics, and auxiliary functions, as well as eight secondary indicators: root development, branch flexibility, vegetation height, etc. …”
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Research progress and prospect of cooling technology for drilling fluid in deep and ultra-deep wells by Chao ZHANG, Jinsheng SUN, Xianbin HUANG, Kaihe LÜ, Jintang WANG, Jian LI, Yuan GENG, Juan HE, Jiajun Dai

“…These extreme thermal conditions considerably threaten the stability, functionality, and reliability of drilling fluids that are essential to successful drilling. …”
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Investigating ADHD Symptoms and Sleep Disturbances in Young Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study by Demirkan AK, Semiz UB

“…Arda Kazim Demirkan,1,2 Umit Basar Semiz3 1Department of Psychiatry, Samsun LIV Hospital, Samsun, Turkey; 2Department of Psychiatry, Agri Training and Research Hospital, Agri, Turkey; 3Faculty of Political Science, Ankara Medipol University, Ankara, TurkeyCorrespondence: Arda Kazim Demirkan, Samsun LIV Hospital, Hancerli, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Cd, No: 155, 55020, Ilkadim, Samsun, Turkey, Tel +90 546 219 30 99, Fax +90 362 999 80 00, Email ardakazimdemirkan@gmail.comPurpose: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a prevalent condition affecting 2.5– 5% of adults, impacting daily functioning. Sleep quality is essential for cognitive and socio-emotional well-being, and the association between ADHD symptoms and sleep disturbances necessitates identifying populations at risk. …”
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Exploring the Current Applications and Future Implications of Artificial Intelligence in Public Health Dentistry: A Narrative Review by Tanushri Mahendra Dalvi, Rajeshri Kotwadekar, Shrivardhan R Kalghatgi, Priyanka Paul Madhu, Priyanka Methildeotare

“…Administrative efficiency can also be achieved using AI based management software for patient scheduling, billing, and resource management which can reduce the workload of the clinician and enhance the functioning of health system. Inspite of the widespread applications of AI in dental public health, ethical issues related to data security, unequal access to technology and regulatory policies need to be addressed. …”
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Enhancing implementation of information and communication technologies for post-discharge care among hospitalized older adult patients: development of a multifaceted implementation... by Dorothy Yingxuan Wang, Eliza Lai-Yi Wong, Annie Wai-Ling Cheung, Zoe Pui-Yee Tam, Kam-Shing Tang, Eng-Kiong Yeoh

“…Results This structured process identified and selected five intervention functions, 11 behavior change techniques, and four policy categories. …”
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Advancements in chondrocyte 3-dimensional embedded culture: Implications for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine by Yu-Ying Chu, Atsuhiko Hikita, Yukiyo Asawa, Kazuto Hoshi

“…However, in 2D culture, chondrocytes tend to lose their distinctive phenotypes and functionalities after serial passage, thereby limiting their efficacy for tissue engineering purposes.The mechanism of dedifferentiation in 2D culture can be attributed to various factors, including abnormal nuclear strength, stress-induced mitochondrial impairment, chromatin remodeling, ERK-1/2 and the p38/mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway. …”
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Examining the relationship between emotion regulation, sleep quality, and anxiety disorder diagnosis by Bryana L. Schantz, Emma R. Toner, Mackenzie L. Brown, Nikki Kaiser, Alan Chen, Samrachana Adhikari, Susanne S. Hoeppner, Eric Bui, Naomi M. Simon, Kristin L. Szuhany

“…For those with better emotion regulation, poor sleep quality and worse daytime functioning due to sleep were important predictors of anxiety diagnosis. …”
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Mechanical design of 3D printed bone tissue scaffolds with tunable anisotropy by Abdullah Al Masud, Amit Arefin, Nava Raj Khatri, AKM Ahasun Habib, Ming-Chien Chyu, Paul F. Egan

“…Large hierarchical voids were introduced to improve the consistency of printed beams throughout scaffolds and facilitate biological functioning. Mechanical testing demonstrated scaffolds of 40 % to 80 % porosity had stiffness from 3.9 to 8.4 kN/mm, suitable for vertebral bone fusion. …”
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The Effect of Hearing Aid Amplification on Gait Parameters: A Pilot Study Using Ear-Worn Motion Sensors by Ann-Kristin Seifer, Arne Küderle, Kaja Strobel, Ronny Hannemann, Björn M. Eskofier

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: Hearing loss, particularly in older adults, is associated with reduced physical functioning; increased fall risk; and altered gait patterns, including slower walking speed and shorter step length. …”
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A digital and nurse-led support intervention, first year after prostate cancer treatment: a single-arm feasibility study in a Swedish primary care setting by Nazmije Kelmendi, Ann Langius-Eklöf, Marina Taloyan, Kay Sundberg, Åsa Craftman, Marie Nilsson

“…Adherence to reporting was 100%, and all functions in the app were used. Individual variation in how patients used the app was found, which was attributed to patients’ current needs. …”
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# Language processing characteristics in normal pressure hydrocephalus: insights from eye-tracking analysis of incorrect responses by Ji-Yeong Kim, Jiho Lee, Nayeon Kim, Ki-Su Park, Janghyeok Yoon, Kyunghun Kang, Ji-Wan Ha

“…This enlargement compresses several brain structures, impairing functions such as visual perception, semantic memory processing, and phonological encoding contributing to language processing difficulties. …”
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Bizarre behavior during intracarotid sodium amytal testing (Wada test): are they predictable? Reações bizarras durante o teste do amital sódico intracarotídeo (TASI ou Teste de Wad... by Luciano de Paola, Maria Joana Mäder, Francisco M.B. Germiniani, Patrícia Coral, Jorge A.A. Zavala, Djon J. Watzo, Jorge Kanegusuku, Carlos E.S. Silvado, Lineu C. Werneck

“…Its goal is to promote selective and temporary interruption of hemispheric functioning, seeking to define language lateralization and risk for memory compromise following surgery. …”
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Elucidating the role of mind–body connection profiles in emotional reactivity and regulation amongst typically developed adults by Kristen Van Bael, Jessica Scarfo, Emra Suleyman, Michelle Ball

“…Abstract Background Adaptive emotional functioning necessitates a strong mind–body connection. …”
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Towards a Universal Security Framework for Darknet Suppression: Conceptual Foundations and Future Prospects by Cheng HUANG, Jianwei DING, Jiapeng ZHAO, Zhouguo CHEN, Jinqiao SHI

“…This involves constructing a small flow sampling model based on self-similarity associations and a darknet traffic identification and service classification model using Gaussian kernel functions and multimodal optimization. This method enables precise, real-time identification and classification of darknet traffic. 3) Introducing a multi-network full-time domain connection prediction and relationship mapping method based on behavioral invariance. …”
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European Green Deal and Energy Crisis in EU by PETRE PRISECARU

“…The five energy packages induced a transition from vertically integrated national energy systems, functioning as natural monopolies, usually in public ownership, to liberalized energy systems dependent on the situation of imperfect markets, but designed to produce high profits for some players and high costs for most citizens and consuming companies. …”
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Feasibility and preliminary outcomes of compassion-focused acceptance and commitment therapy delivered via telehealth in a community behavioral health clinic by Keryn Kleiman, Donald R. Marks, Jennifer Block-Lerner, Dennis Tirch, Victoria Brady, Benjamin Foote, Laura Silberstein-Tirch

“…Symptom severity, self-compassion, guilt, shame, attributional styles (detachment and externalization of blame), psychological flexibility, functioning in valued life contexts, and quality of life were assessed across baseline and treatment phases. …”
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Applying a co-designed medication plan for safer medication treatment in older persons: a feasibility study by Malin Holmqvist, Axel Ros, Johan Thor, Linda Johansson

“…The participants’ experiences of the medication plan’s usability addressed functionalities, individualisation for relevance, resources, and a de-prioritised medication plan. …”
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Increasing Solar cell Efficiency using Quantum Dot Sensitization by Parashar Komal, Bobba Phaneendra babu, Samyuktha Penta, Fallah Mohammed Hussein, Chauhan Sanjay Singh, Verma Vikas, Rathour Abhinav, Gupta Manish

“…This research examines the effectiveness of swarm intelligence approaches in improving the functioning of solar cell hybrid microgrids, specifically focusing on the difficulties caused by the irregularity of renewable energy sources. …”
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A way of relating to life; myself and others - a thematic analysis of patients’ experience of having an eating disorder by Malin Bäck, Sanna Aila Gustafsson, Karin Jacobson, Theresia Ljung, Rolf Holmqvist, Gerhard Andersson

“…Abstract Background Eating disorders are psychiatric conditions that extend beyond concerns with weight, body and shape, encompassing complex issues related to self-esteem, emotion regulation and interpersonal functioning. Moreover, co-occurring depression, often undiagnosed, is a common complicating factor. …”
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