An Efficient Process for the Management of the Deterioration and Conservation of Architectural Heritage: The HBIM Project of the Duomo of Molfetta (Italy) by Enrique Nieto-Julián, Silvana Bruno, Juan Moyano

“…Subsequently, it was possible to develop an efficient Scan-to-HBIM workflow, where the Heritage BIM (HBIM) project has fulfilled the function of a database by incorporating and organizing all the information (graphic and non-graphic) to optimize the tasks of auscultation, identification, classification, and quantification and, in turn, facilitating the parametric modeling of unique structures and architectural elements. …”
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Non-Invasive Retinal Biomarkers for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease by Snježana Kaštelan, Antonela Gverović Antunica, Velibor Puzović, Ana Didović Pavičić, Samir Čanović, Petra Kovačević, Pia Antonia Franciska Vučemilović, Suzana Konjevoda

“…As an extension of the central nervous system, the retina offers a distinctive opportunity for non-invasive brain structure and function assessment. Considering their shared embryological origins and the vascular and immunological similarities between the eye and brain, alterations in the retina may indicate pathological changes in the brain, including those specifically related to AD. …”
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Classification of shoulder diseases in older adult patients: a narrative review by Hyo-Jin Lee, Jong-Ho Kim

“…Future research should focus on targeted interventions, standardized diagnostic criteria, and multidisciplinary collaboration to minimize disability, optimize function, and improve overall quality of life in this growing patient population. …”
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Surgical Treatment of Age-Related Cataracts: Milestones and Challenges. Literature Review by М. М. Bikbov, G. Z. Isragilova, T. R. Gilmanshin

“…The paper presents data on the impact of global trends, local territorial and social characteristics on the number of surgical interventions for cataracts. A review of key indicators of monitoring cataract surgery has been carried out, the main factors affecting the target indicators of the cataract surgery frequency on a regional scale (age structure of the population, normative indications for surgical treatment, threshold values for visual acuity indicating the need for surgical intervention, and the proportion of people in need in surgical treatment of cataracts). …”
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The role of social-psychological factors in the adoption of push-pull technology by small-scale farmers in East Africa: Application of the theory of planned behavior by Denis Waiswa, Beatrice Wambui Muriithi, Alice W. Murage, Dave Mwangi Ireri, Fredah Maina, Frank Chidawanyika, Fahri Yavuz

“…Nine hundred and seventy-one (971) cereal growers comprising PPT users and non-users were interviewed in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda using a structured questionnaire. Utilizing the Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) and Artificial Neural Network (ANN), this study revealed a significant positive influence of TPB conceptual elements attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control on farmers’ intentions to adopt or expand the land area under PPT. …”
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Making the connection: social networks and type 2 diabetes among Black/African American Men: mixed-methods study protocol by Tyler Prochnow, Tyler Prochnow, Tyler Prochnow, Matthew Lee Smith, Matthew Lee Smith, Matthew Lee Smith, Megan S. Patterson, Jeong-Hui Park, Ledric D. Sherman, Ledric D. Sherman

“…This comprehensive approach will provide insights into the structure and function of social networks among B/AA men with T2D, potentially informing culturally tailored interventions to improve T2D outcomes in this underserved population. …”
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Multimodal Morphometric Similarity Network Analysis of Autism Spectrum Disorder by Antonio Del Casale, Darvin Shehu, Maria Camilla Rossi-Espagnet, Clarissa Zocchi, Irene Bilotta, Jan Francesco Arena, Alessandro Alcibiade, Barbara Adriani, Daniela Longo, Carlo Gandolfo, Andrea Romano, Stefano Ferracuti, Alessandro Bozzao, Antonio Napolitano

“…Neuroimaging studies have revealed structural and functional neural changes in individuals with ASD compared to healthy subjects. …”
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Hemodynamic homeostasis disequilibrium in critical illness by Jie Wang, Xiaoting Wang, Dawei Liu, Hui Lian, Guangjian Wang, Zewen Tong, Qingyu Deng, Qirui Guo, Qian Zhang, Yangong Chao, Wanhong Yin

“…Over millions of years, the circulatory system evolved from primitive forms into a highly specialized network capable of overcoming time-distance constraints and enhancing diffusion efficiency. This structural advancement laid the physiological foundation for the regulation of hemodynamics and systemic homeostasis. …”
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Understanding personality pathology in a clinical sample of youth: study protocol for the longitudinal research project ‘APOLO’ by Nagila Koster, Igor Lusin, Paul T van der Heijden, Odilia M Laceulle, Marcel A G van Aken

“…Primary research questions will be analysed using structural equation modelling.Ethics and dissemination The results will contribute to our understanding of (the development of) personality pathology as a complex phenomenon in which both structural personality characteristics as well as unique individual adaptations and experiences play a role. …”
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Low-Load Blood-flow Restriction Training for Medial Tibial Stress-Syndrome in Athletes: A Case Series by Anders F. Brekke, Johanne Bjørklund, Rosa C. Holse, Christian Larsen, Mikkel H. Hjortshoej

“…Blood-flow restriction training using low loads (LL-BFR) may induce similar physiological and structural adaptations as heavy resistance training but without peak loads. …”
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Assessing the impact of seawater blockade on coastal lake degradation using Chironomidae larvae by Natalia Mrozińska, Katarzyna Glińska-Lewczuk, Sylwia Lew, Monika Szymańska-Walkiewicz, Krystian Obolewski

“…Abstract Coastal ecosystems, such as lakes and lagoons, are unique and valuable water bodies whose proper functioning depends on hydrological connectivity with the sea or ocean. …”
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Development and validation of the laziness assessment scale by Euckie U. Immanuel, Obinna O. Ike

“…Laziness, a behavioural construct with implications in psychological, social, and organizational contexts, has garnered attention owing to its impact on human functioning. Limited research has explored how this construct affects individuals' functioning as the subjective nature of laziness necessitates a reliable measurement tool. …”
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Tiny clue reveals the general trend: a bibliometric and visualized analysis of renal microcirculation by Bing Wang, Mengting Xu, Sunjing Fu, Yingyu Wang, Hao Ling, Yuan Li, Bingwei Li, Xueting Liu, Qin Ouyang, Xiaoyan Zhang, Ailing Li, Xu Zhang, Mingming Liu

“…Background Renal microcirculation plays a pivotal role in kidney function by maintaining structural and functional integrity, facilitating oxygen and nutrient delivery, and waste removal. …”
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Preliminary observations of glucose metabolism dysregulation in pediatric Huntington’s disease by Federica Graziola, Federica Rachele Danti, Martina Penzo, Antonio Spagarino, Eleonora Minacapilli, Marco Moscatelli, Federica Zibordi, Caterina Mariotti, Giovanna Zorzi, Giovanna Zorzi

“…However, systemic biochemical indicators of glucose transport deficiency, including erythrocyte GLUT1 function and CSF glucose, were not significantly altered. …”
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Targeting the TRIM14/USP14 axis enhances radiotherapy efficacy by inducing GPX4 degradation and disrupting ferroptotic defense in HCC by Xin Yue, Zhen Xiang, Yang Yi, Xuecen Wang, Weilin Zhou, Weijian Wu, Wenjing Qin, Yuxuan Zhao, Xianzhang Bu, Zhenwei Peng

“…The TRIM14/USP14 complex facilitates the excision of pronounced K48-linked polyubiquitination at lysine residues 48 or 118 on GPX4, thereby preserving GPX4’s structural integrity and antioxidative function to counteract ferroptosis. …”
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Isolation of Human Islets for Autologous Islet Transplantation in Children and Adolescents with Chronic Pancreatitis by Rita Bottino, Suzanne Bertera, Maria Grupillo, Patricia R. Melvin, Abhinav Humar, George Mazariegos, A. James Moser, R. Matthew Walsh, John Fung, Andres Gelrud, Adam Slivka, Kyle Soltys, Martin Wijkstrom, Massimo Trucco

“…Chronic pancreatitis is an inflammatory disease of the pancreas that causes permanent changes in the function and structure of the pancreas. It is most commonly a complication of cystic fibrosis or due to a genetic predisposition. …”
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THE MEDIATING ROLE OF ENVIRONMENTAL KNOWLEDGE SHARING ON THE IMPACT OF GREEN LEADERSHIP ON INNOVATION IN VIETNAMESE SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES by Thanh Khoa Bui

“…Specifically, knowledge exchange through cross-functional collaborations and external partnerships explains the effect of leadership. …”
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Activity dependent degeneration explains hub vulnerability in Alzheimer's disease. by Willem de Haan, Katherine Mott, Elisabeth C W van Straaten, Philip Scheltens, Cornelis J Stam

“…Resulting structural and functional network changes were assessed with graph theoretical analysis. …”
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Toxicity analysis of gold nanoparticle formulations used for intraocular applications by Amir Reza Hajrasouliha, Ben McCall, Yong Gao, Sunland Lee Gong, Kelsey Robinson, Afshin Izadian

“…Following intravitreal injection (IVI) of nanoparticles in wild type (WT) mice, function was evaluated with electroretinography (ERG), structural changes through optical coherence tomography (OCT), and vascular change with Isolectin B4 (IB4) postmortem staining. …”
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Rheumatic pain management: molecular aspects by E. V. Chetina, E. P. Sharapova

“…The nociceptive mechanisms due to inflammation and/or joint structural impairment are involved in the development of rheumatic pain. …”
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