Investigation of heavy metals adsorbed on microplastics in drinking water and water resources of Zabol by Mohammad Reza Rezaei Kahkha, Jamshid Piri, Ali Faghihi-Zarandi, Massoud Kaykhaii

“…Future studies should explore the health effects of MPs and HMs, optimize sampling methods, and focus on long-term monitoring under diverse environmental conditions to address this emerging issue comprehensively.…”
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Water supply interruptions and suspected cholera incidence: a time-series regression in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. by Aurélie Jeandron, Jaime Mufitini Saidi, Alois Kapama, Manu Burhole, Freddy Birembano, Thierry Vandevelde, Antonio Gasparrini, Ben Armstrong, Sandy Cairncross, Jeroen H J Ensink

“…In a region where access to improved water sources is particularly poor, the question of which improvements in water access should be prioritized to address cholera transmission remains unresolved. …”
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The application of blockchain with a comparative approach and its impact on risk, flexibility and internal control evaluation by mohammadsadegh aminipoor, HamidReza GholamniaRoshan, azadeh kiapour, Iman Dadashi

“…This research is applicable in terms of purpose, and descriptive-analytical in terms of method and data collection method. The statistical population includes managers, senior experts, and employees of the Iranian Auditing Association and audit institutions, among which 306 people were obtained based on Cochran's formula. …”
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Decoding Long-duration Gravitational Waves from Binary Neutron Stars with Machine Learning: Parameter Estimation and Equations of State by Qian Hu, Jessica Irwin, Qi Sun, Christopher Messenger, Lami Suleiman, Ik Siong Heng, John Veitch

“…However, the resulting computational demands for analyzing such prolonged signals pose a critical challenge that existing Bayesian methods cannot feasibly address in the 3G era. To bridge this critical gap, we demonstrate a machine learning–based workflow capable of producing source parameter estimation and constraints on equations of state (EOSs) for hours-long BNS signals in seconds with minimal hardware costs. …”
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Life cycle assessment of earth-based residential unit “TOVA”: A 3D printed on-site load-bearing structure by Deena El-Mahdy, Eugene Marais, Marwa AbdelRahim, Alexandre Dubor, Edouard Cabay

“…This paper aims to assess the environmental life cycle of a real lead-bearing 3D printed earthen-based (3DP-E) structure built on-site, “TOVA” in Spain. The method followed a cradle-to-site approach focusing on wall structure. …”
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From digitized whole‐slide histology images to biomarker discovery: A protocol for handcrafted feature analysis in brain cancer pathology by Xuanjun Lu, Yawen Ying, Jing Chen, Zhiyang Chen, Yuxin Wu, Prateek Prasanna, Xin Chen, Mingli Jing, Zaiyi Liu, Cheng Lu

“…Among the 72 models combining nine feature selection methods and eight machine learning classifiers, the optimal model combination achieved discriminative performance with an average area under the curve (AUC) of 0.615 over 100 iterations under five‐fold cross‐validation. …”
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Nutritional value antioxidant strength and antimicrobial efficacy of fig pastes from eastern morocco by Aziz Tikent, Khawla Bouaouda, Salah Laaraj, Mohamed Chebaibi, Hanane Choubbane, El Hassania Loukili, Kaoutar Elfazazi, Mohamed Bouhrim, Ramzi A. Mothana, Omar M. Noman, Bruno Eto, Ahmed Elamrani, Mohamed Addi

“…Abstract Figs are delectable, beneficial, nutritious, and seasonal; nevertheless, they deteriorate quickly, making processing the optimal method for preservation. Drying figs is the most practical and efficient way to preserve them. …”
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CURRENT TRENDS IN BONE AUGMENTATION DURING DENTAL IMPLANTATION IN PATIENTS WITH PARODONTAL PATHOLOGY AND JAW BONE ATROPHY (LITERATURE REVIEW) by Yu.O. Kinash, L.V. Kinash

“…Object and methods of study. Analytical study of scientific and medical literature on the treatment of multiple and partial tooth loss in patients with parodontal diseases in bone atrophy with impaired jaw relationships and orthopaedic rehabilitation using dental implantation and methods of bone augmentation of the mandible and maxilla. …”
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Use of Large Language Models to Classify Epidemiological Characteristics in Synthetic and Real-World Social Media Posts About Conjunctivitis Outbreaks: Infodemiology Study by Michael S Deiner, Russell Y Deiner, Cherie Fathy, Natalie A Deiner, Vagelis Hristidis, Stephen D McLeod, Thomas J Bukowski, Thuy Doan, Gerami D Seitzman, Thomas M Lietman, Travis C Porco

“… BackgroundThe use of web-based search and social media can help identify epidemics, potentially earlier than clinical methods or even potentially identifying unreported outbreaks. …”
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Artificial intelligence in hospital infection prevention: an integrative review by Rabie Adel El Arab, Zainab Almoosa, May Alkhunaizi, May Alkhunaizi, Fuad H. Abuadas, Joel Somerville, Joel Somerville

“…AI-supported surveillance systems outperformed traditional methods in accurately identifying infection rates and enhancing compliance with hand hygiene protocols. …”
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Relevansi konsep pemikiran pendidikan dan kebudayaan George S. Counts dan Ki Hajar Dewantara dengan kompetensi peserta didik abad 21 by Sekar Purbarini Kawuryan

“…For this reason, the optimal role of educators is needed in varying the learning process by using various methods so that education can carry out its functions to overcome social crises and cultural backwardness, so as to enhance humanity. …”
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Efficacy and safety of distinct regimens for individuals with advanced EGFR-mutated non-small-cell lung cancer who progressed on EGFR tyrosine-kinase inhibitors: a systematic revie... by Wengang Zhang, Jian Xiong, Yujie Li, Jing Nie, Wencheng Zhao, Zhiyi Guo, Xinyue Liu, Qianqian Zhang, Xuyang Chen, Li Ye, Zhimin Chen, Hao Wang, Kandi Xu, Lishu Zhao, Yujin Liu, Lihua Huang, Yuhang Li, Yayi He

“…Design: A systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA) using a Bayesian framework. Data sources and methods: The PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library databases, and abstracts of ASCO, ESMO, and WCLC were searched from database inception to November 3, 2024, to identify eligible randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that assessed distinct regimens for individuals with advanced EGFR-mutated NSCLC who progressed on TKIs. …”
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Dynamic Evolution, Spatial Differences, and Convergence of Land Green Use Efficiency in Resource-based Cities by BIAN Zhiqiang, ZHANG Qianhua

“…［Methods］ Based on data from 114 resource-based cities in China from 2006 to 2020, the spatial and temporal characteristics, distribution dynamics, spatial differences, and convergence features of land green use efficiency in resource-based cities were analyzed by using the super efficiency SBM model to measure land green use efficiency, in combination with Kernel density estimation, Dagum Gini coefficient, coefficient of variation, and fixed effects model. …”
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The association of internet use and cognition among older adults: mediating roles of social networks and depressive symptoms by Xiuyuan Zhu, Zihan Ni, Xiaoying Zhu, Xiaoying Zhu, Yi Yang, Shiyu Xie, Xinguo Wang, Xiaoguang Yang

“…BackgroundTo explore the chain-mediated roles of social networks and depressive symptoms in the relationship between internet use and cognition among older adults.MethodsData were sourced from the 2018 China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey (CLASS). …”
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Patient Triage and Guidance in Emergency Departments Using Large Language Models: Multimetric Study by Chenxu Wang, Fei Wang, Shuhan Li, Qing-wen Ren, Xiaomei Tan, Yaoyu Fu, Di Liu, Guangwu Qian, Yu Cao, Rong Yin, Kang Li

“…In the second phase, GPT-4o was tested for outpatient department selection accuracy using 264 scenarios sourced from the Chinese Medical Case Repository. …”
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Leveraging AI for early cholera detection and response: transforming public health surveillance in Nigeria by Adamu Muhammad Ibrahim, Mohamed Mustaf Ahmed, Shuaibu Saidu Musa, Usman Abubakar Haruna, Mohammed Raihanatu Hamid, Olalekan John Okesanya, Aishat Muhammad Saleh, Don Eliso Lucero-Prisno III

“…Current surveillance systems and diagnostic methods are limited by infrastructural gaps, insufficient skilled personnel, and inadequate reporting, leading to delays in outbreak detection and response. …”
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Artificial Intelligence as Assessment Tool in Occupational Therapy: A Scoping Review by Christos Kokkotis, Ioannis Kansizoglou, Theodoros Stampoulis, Erasmia Giannakou, Panagiotis Siaperas, Stavros Kallidis, Maria Koutra, Christina Koutra, Anastasia Beneka, Evangelos Bebetsos

“…Traditional assessment methods often rely on clinical judgment and individualized evaluations, which may overlook broader, data-driven insights. …”
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Extraction of typical oyster pile columns in the Maowei Sea, Beibu Gulf, based on unmanned aerial vehicle laser point cloud orthophotos by Jinze Du, Jinze Du, Meiqin Huang, Zhenjun Kang, Zhenjun Kang, Zhenjun Kang, Yichao Tian, Yichao Tian, Yichao Tian, Jin Tao, Jin Tao, Qiang Zhang, Qiang Zhang, Yutong Xie, Yutong Xie, Yutong Xie, Jinying Mo, Jinying Mo, LiYan Huang, LiYan Huang, Yusheng Feng, Yusheng Feng

“…Pile culture is a breeding method commonly used for oyster seedlings in the intertidal zone of southern China. …”
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Exome-wide genetic risk score (ExGRS) to predict high myopia across multi-ancestry populations by Jian Yuan, Ruowen Qiu, Yuhan Wang, Zhen Ji Chen, Haojun Sun, Wei Dai, Yinghao Yao, Ran Zhuo, Kai Li, Shilai Xing, Myopia Associated Genetics and Intervention Consortium, Xiaoguang Yu, Liya Qiao, Jia Qu, Jianzhong Su

“…Employing a genetic risk score (GRS) is useful for capturing genetic susceptibility to HM. Methods This study assesses the effectiveness of these strategies via incorporating rare variations into the GRS assessment. …”
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Transmission dynamics and the effects of non-pharmaceutical interventions in the COVID-19 outbreak resurged in Beijing, China: a descriptive and modelling study by Ke Ma, Xin Lin, Lin Zhao, Na Jia, Jingyuan Wang, Xiaoming Cui, Yuhao Zhou, Runze Ye, Jia-Fu Jiang, Baogui Jiang, Zhang Xiong, HongHao Shi, Wuchun Cao

“…The prompt identification of Xinfadi Wholesale Market as the infection source could have avoided a total of 25 708 (95% CI 13 657 to 40 625) cases if unnoticed transmission lasted for a month. …”
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