Analysis of fracture characteristics and biodegradation resistance of natural fibers geotextiles from Typha domingensis, Eleocharis sp., and Syagrus coronata, under waterproofing R... by Luiz Diego Vidal Santos, Francisco Sandro Rodrigues Holanda, Jackson José Menezes Barbosa Filho, Willyan Farias Oliveira, Emersson Guedes da Silva, Eliana Midori Sussuchi, Sandro Griza, Cristiano Teles de Menezes

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Modeling vegetable farmers’ intention to use pesticides in central Nepal: An extended version of the planned behavior theory by Utkal Sapkota, Govinda Bhandari, Mandira Sapkota, Sneha Khanal, Asmita Poudel, Dipak Khanal, Min Raj Pokhrel, Christos A. Damalas

“…A study was conducted in the ‘Vegetable Zone’ of Dhading District, Nepal, employing an extended model of the theory of planned behavior (TPB) to identify the factors behind commercial vegetable farmers' intention to use chemical pesticides. We administered a structured questionnaire in-person to a sample of 510 farmers using multistage stratified random sampling. …”
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Lipid-encapsulated gold nanoparticles: an advanced strategy for attenuating the inflammatory response in SARS-CoV-2 infection by Sanjeevram Dhandapani, Yujeong Ha, Rongbo Wang, Tae Woo Kwon, Ik-Hyun Cho, Yeon-Ju Kim

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Learning from past collaborative experiences: setting a pathway for natural sciences and engineering researchers to support Indigenous-driven aims by Heather L. Greenwood, Alex Choi, Roxanna Dehghan, Becky Big Canoe, Kristian Dubrawski, Emilee Gilpin, Marie-Chantal Ross, Eric Wilson, Amy M. Bilton

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Factors Associated with Caregiver Burden in Families of Patients with Palliative and Chronic Illness: A Cross-Sectional Study by Haroen H, Juniarti N, Sari CWM, Prista Sari S, Arovah NI, Pardosi JF, Wibowo DA

“…At the same time, feelings of not being optimal enough in providing care were the statement most frequently acknowledged by caregivers.Conclusion: Psychosocial and structural factors influence caregiver burden. These findings highlight the need for integrated interventions, including psychosocial support, financial security, and caregiver education, to mitigate burden in this population.Keywords: caregiver burden, chronic illness, family caregiver, palliative care…”
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Substantiation of the necessity to develop a competency model of training specialist in pharmacy on the basis of intellectual educational system by V. O. Demchenko, O. A. Ryzhov, N. A. Ivankova

“…The study was conducted using the methods of semantic evaluation of legal and scientific documents, comparison, systemic and structural logical analysis. Results and discussion. …”
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Characterization of Biocalcium Microparticles from Saltwater Crocodile (<i>Crocodylus porosus</i>) Bone and Their Potential for Enhancing Fish Bologna Quality by Theeraphol Senphan, Natthapong Mungmueang, Supatra Karnjanapratum, Sutee Wangtueai, Akkasit Jongjareonrak, Suthasinee Yarnpakdee

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A Systematic Review of Maternal and Child Health Policies in Addressing Stunting: Trends and Challenges by Pratiwi Ramlan, Phill Sukri, Muh. Tang Abdullah, Muhammad Akmal Ibrahim, Jamaluddin Ahmad, Khaeriyad Adri

“…Data analysis from various studies emphasized the importance of evidence-based strategies that combine medical interventions with structural, social and economic transformation. Conclusion: In conclusion, this review emphasizes the importance of collaboration between various sectors, including health, education, and agriculture, in addressing stunting. …”
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Development of a Holistic Nursing Model Based on Transcultural Nursing to Improve the Quality of Life of Patients with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus by Ni Wayan Suniyadewi, Yuni Sufyanti Arief, Ninuk Dian Kurniawati, I Dewa Ayu Rismayanti, Ni Wayan Trisnadewi, Iswatun Iswatun

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Exploring Features and Products in E-Commerce on Consumers Behavior Using Cognitive Affective by Pahrudin Pahrudin, Rezzy Eko Caraka, Li-Wei Liu, Prana Ugiana Gio, Nur Anita Yunikawati, Bens Pardamean

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Machine Learning-Based Prediction of First Trimester Down Syndrome Risk in East Asian Populations by Chen YT, Chen GJ, Lin YS

“…Yen-Tin Chen,1,2 Gina Jinna Chen,3 Yu-Shiang Lin1 1In-Service Master Program in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan; 2Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; 3Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Yu-Shiang Lin, In-Service Master Program in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No. 250, Wuxing St., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City, 110, Taiwan, Email eriklin@tmu.edu.twPurpose: Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal abnormality in newborns, often leading to developmental delays and congenital structural anomalies. …”
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Combined analysis of 16S rRNA gene sequencing data reveals core vaginal bacteria across livestock species by Lucille C. Jonas, Lucille C. Jonas, Curtis R. Youngs, Stephan Schmitz-Esser, Stephan Schmitz-Esser

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Impact of Early-Life Brain Injury on Gut Microbiota Composition in Rodents: Systematic Review with Implications for Neurodevelopment by Vanessa da Silva Souza, Raul Manhães-de-Castro, Sabrina da Conceição Pereira, Beatriz Souza de Silveira, Caio Matheus Santos da Silva Calado, Henrique José Cavalcanti Bezerra Gouveia, Jacques-Olivier Coq, Ana Elisa Toscano

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A high‐resolution 3D atlas of the spectrum of tuberculous and COVID‐19 lung lesions by Gordon Wells, Joel N Glasgow, Kievershen Nargan, Kapongo Lumamba, Rajhmun Madansein, Kameel Maharaj, Leon Y Perumal, Malcolm Matthew, Robert L Hunter, Hayden Pacl, Jacelyn E Peabody Lever, Denise D Stanford, Satinder P Singh, Prachi Bajpai, Upender Manne, Paul V Benson, Steven M Rowe, Stephan le Roux, Alex Sigal, Muofhe Tshibalanganda, Carlyn Wells, Anton du Plessis, Mpumelelo Msimang, Threnesan Naidoo, Adrie J C Steyn

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Seagrass sod transplantation: A relevant tool for preventing the destruction of meadows in coastal construction projects by Pierre Descamp, Sébastien Personnic, Sylvie Gobert, Arnaud Boulenger, Michèle Leduc, Gwenaelle Delaruelle, Adèle Barroil, Guilhem Marre, Florian Holon, Julie Deter

“…The eight-year monitoring program (2017–2024) evaluated both structural and physiological parameters of the transplanted seagrass, along with the sediment chemistry in its surrounding environment. …”
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Biosafety and biosecurity problems in Ukraine that arise during emergent infections by A. O. Vysotskyi, B. V. Gutyj, O. V. Kozenko, N. Yu. Krempa, I. V. Dvyliuk, N. V. Magrelo, H. V. Klym, T. V. Martyshuk, U. M. Vus

“…Today, cooperation with relevant scientific structures in the USA and other leading countries of the world has significantly improved the capabilities of laboratory research in Ukraine, increasing our country's ability to respond to outbreaks of infectious diseases. …”
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Assembly and Evaluation of a Confocal Microscopy Image Analysis Pipeline Useful in Revealing the Secrets of Plant-Fungal Interactions by Ashley C. Nelson, Gayan K. Kariyawasam, Nathan A. Wyatt, Jinling Li, Janine Haueisen, Eva H. Stukenbrock, Pawel Borowicz, Zhaohui Liu, Timothy L. Friesen

“…This pipeline relies on the use of KOH to remove the cutin layer of the leaf, increasing its permeability, allowing the different stains to penetrate and effectively bind to their targets, resulting in a consistent visualization of cellular structures. To expand the utility of this pipeline, we used the staining techniques in conjunction with machine learning to analyze fungal biomass through volume analysis, as well as quantifying nuclear breakdown, an early indicator of programmed cell death (PCD). …”
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KEY COMPETENCE AS A BASIS FOR INNOVATION PROJECTS MANAGEMENT by Lyudmyla Chernova

“…It should be noted that an organization may have more than one key competence, especially when we deal with changes in the management structure or entering new markets.  For this class of tasks, the classical linear optimization problem does not fit, since it does not take into account the additional conditions that arise when an organization transitions from one state to another, precisely due to the implementation of the development program.  …”
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Impact of a comprehensive two-year research capacity intervention with sexual and reproductive health researchers in Sub-Saharan Africa by Julie M. Buser, Olive Tengera, Charley Jiang, Edward Kumakech, Rachel Gray, Madeleine Mukeshimana, Gerard Kaberuka, Marie Laetitia Ishimwe Bazakare, Jackline Ayikoru, Diomede Ntasumbumuyange, Tamrat Endale, Pebalo Francis Pebolo, Anna Grace Auma, Ella August, Yolanda R. Smith

“…These findings underscore the importance of structured research training programs in enhancing research skills. …”
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PPARγ promotes urothelial remodeling during urinary tract obstruction by Mohammad El-Harakeh, Felipe Rodriguez-Tirado, Andrew J. Hardman, Alexa Miehls, Oumoulkhairy Camara, Kelly M. Grounds, Glenis Tocaj, Macie Kercsmar, Birong Li, Xin Wang, Brian Becknell, Ashley R. Jackson

“…Prior studies show that congenital and acquired UTO initiate a conserved, protective program of renal urothelium remodeling that culminates in expansion of uroplakin (UPK)+ cells to promote renal structural integrity. …”
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