Malaria risk factors in northern Namibia: The importance of occupation, age and mobility in characterizing high-risk populations. by Jennifer L Smith, Davis Mumbengegwi, Erastus Haindongo, Carmen Cueto, Kathryn W Roberts, Roly Gosling, Petrina Uusiku, Immo Kleinschmidt, Adam Bennett, Hugh J Sturrock

“…Other actionable risk factors for malaria included housing and behavioral characteristics, including traditional home construction and sleeping in an open structure (versus modern structure: aOR: 2.01 95%CI 1.45-2.79 and aOR: 4.76 95%CI: 2.14-10.57); cross border travel in the prior 30 days (aOR: 10.55 95%CI 2.94-37.84); and outdoor agricultural work at night (aOR: 2.09 95%CI 1.12-3.87). …”
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Algorithm for analyzing randomness in point patterns by Tony Sampaio, Jorge Rocha, Cláudia M. Viana, Silvana Camboin, Fábio Marcelo Breunig, Edenilson Nascimento, Elaine de Cacia de Lima Frick

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Gold-coated ZnO nanostructures on no-core optical fiber for ammonia detection in food spoilage applications by Suphavit Thaneerat, Karnpote Roekwibunsi, Gaurika Vasan, Kankan Swargiary, Ratchawi Jammee, Dalawan Limthin, Pannathorn Jitpratak, Charusluk Viphavakit

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Treatment of wrist stiffness through posture orthosis and active exercise: A case report by Paolo Boccolari, Mario Lando, Lucia Zingarello, Leonardo Monzani Vecchi, Roberto Tedeschi, Danilo Donati

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Microstructure examination of the biocorrosion susceptibility of mild steel coated with Zn and Zn-CaCO3 in a biodiesel environment by Vivi A. Fardilah, Ilham Alkian, Yustina M. Pusparizkita, Cristian Aslan, Mohammad Tauviqirrahman, J. Jamari, Athanasius P. Bayuseno

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Effect of vacancies on blue-colored calcium phosphate scaffolds derived from Nile tilapia bone powder by Atchara Khamkongkaeo, Amaraporn Wongrakpanich, Theerapat Chanamuangkon, Slila Chayanun, Catleya Rojviriya, Adulphan Pimsawat, Drusawin Vongpramate, Atipong Bootchanont, Wutthigrai Sailuam, Aldo R. Boccaccini, Boonrat Lohwongwatana

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Autoradiographic comparison between [11C]PiB and [18F]AZD4694 in human brain tissue by Antonio Aliaga, Joseph Therriault, Kely Quispialaya, Arturo Aliaga, Peter Kunach, Arthur C. Macedo, Robert Hopewell, Nesrine Rahmouni, Jean-Paul Soucy, Gassan Massarweh, Marie-Christine Guiot, Tevy Chan, Jesse Klostranec, Aida Mary Abreu Diaz, Andreia Rocha, Giovanna Carello-Collar, Luiza S. Machado, Marco Antônio De Bastiani, Débora Guerini de Souza, Diogo O. Souza, Aline R. Zimmer, Serge Gauthier, Tharick A. Pascoal, Eduardo R. Zimmer, Pedro Rosa-Neto

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Development and characterization of novel particleboard panels manufactured from organic waste with fiberglass reinforcement by Apri Heri Iswanto, Rio Febriansyah, Yusril Akmal Tanjung, Aryando Nainggolan, Nabila Nabila, Luthfi Hakim, Tito Sucipto, Jajang Sutiawan, Manggar Arum Aristri, Tomasz Rogoziński, Lee Seng Hua, Niken Subekti, Petar Antov

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Human adaptation and diversification in the Microsporum canis complex by Xin Zhou, Sarah A. Ahmed, Chao Tang, Maria Eduarda Grisolia, José Francisco Ghignatti Warth, Kristen Webster, Andrea Peano, Silke Uhrlass, Claudia Cafarchia, Marie Pierre Hayette, Rosalie Sacheli, Tadeja Matos, Yingqian Kang, G. Sybren de Hoog, Peiying Feng

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Perceived Barriers to Leisure-Time Physical Activity Among Physically Active Individuals With Spinal Cord Injury by Paul K. Watson, BAppSci, Laura Stendell, MPhysio, Camila Quel De Oliveira, PhD, James W. Middleton, MBBS, PhD, Mohit Arora, PhD, Glen M. Davis, PhD

“…Interventions: Semi-structured interviews and surveys. Main Outcome Measure: Participants were surveyed and interviewed to determine barriers and determinants of LTPA participation. …”
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Design and assessment of a public health course as a general education elective for non-medical undergraduates by Xinyang Li, Xiaoxi Zheng, Boqiang Wen, Bowei Zhang, Xiaolong Xing, Liye Zhu, Wentao Gu, Shuo Wang

“…Although public health programs among undergraduate students have been increasing and gaining popularity worldwide, few studies have focused on the needs and structure of public health courses for non-medical students. …”
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Comparative assessment of Barthel index and functional independence measure in providing rehabilitation care for military personnel with combined injuries by Kostyantyn Babov, Alexander Plakida, Iryna Balashova, Iryna Zabolotna, Sergey Gushcha, Dmytro Bobylov

“…In the structure of military traumatism, the number of multiple and combined wounds and injuries has increased significantly due to the expansion in the destructive properties of modern weapons. …”
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Exploring caregiver challenges, digital health technologies, and healthcare support: a qualitative study by Humairah Zainal, Xin Xiaohui, Julian Thumboo, Julian Thumboo, Siang Joo Seah, Low Lian Leng, Low Lian Leng, Low Lian Leng, Fong Kok Yong, Fong Kok Yong

“…This study investigates the challenges caregivers face when using DHTs in Singapore and identifies resources needed to optimize their use in everyday caregiving.MethodsThirty informal caregivers of adults with chronic illnesses and/or physical or cognitive impairments were recruited through purposive sampling via caregiver and personal networks, and community organizations. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and thematic analysis was used to identify key barriers and potential solutions.ResultsCaregivers reported using DHTs such as the HealthHub app, Fitbit wearables, and video teleconsultation services. …”
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Application of numerical simulation method integrated SfM-UAV to tsunami hazard map in Jailolo by Rohima W. Ningrum, Wiwit Suryanto, Wahyudi Wahyudi, Sholihun Sholihun, Mohammad R. Lessy, Dimas Oryza, Market Sofian, Wiji Raharjo, Marwis Aswan, Risky N. Amelia

“…This study aims to map tsunami hazards in the Jailolo coastal area by integrating the Structure-from-Motion (SfM) photogrammetry method with numerical calculations. …”
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Spatiotemporal analysis of carbon emissions in the Yangtze River Delta Urban Agglomeration: Insights from nighttime light data (1992–2019) by Jing Gao, Shenglong Zhao, Lucang Wang, Xiaoping Wang

“…Researchers used nighttime light data from the Defense Meteorological Satellite Program's Operational Linescan System (DMSP/OLS) and the National Polar-orbiting Partnership's Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (NPP/VIIRS) to assess the evolution of carbon emission patterns. …”
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Women elite Italian football players' perceptions on gender equality and dual career opportunities by Flavia Guidotti, Simone Ciaccioni, Simone Ciaccioni, Sabrina Demarie, Piersanto Colombo, Cristina López De Subijana, Elvira Padua, Laura Capranica

“…Seven participants only benefited from the recognition of the “student-athlete status” and the formal access to a dual career program, mainly due to gender differences in the recognition of eligible competitive levels and past gender equality policies. …”
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Assessing the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of ovarian cryopreservation technology among women with ovarian diseases by Faten Mabrouk Nouh, Faten Mabrouk Nouh, Hasan Abualruz, Amal Khalifa Khalil, Rania Ezzat El-Gobashy, A. M. F. Alasser, Aya Ibrahim Shaban Abdullah, Jebril Al Hrinat, Aseel Ghaleb Hendi, Majdi AL-Zoubi, Tahani Al Rahbeni, Khalid Al-Mugheed, Sally Mohammed Farghaly Abdelaliem, Hanaa Elsayed Ahmed Shahin, Hanaa Elsayed Ahmed Shahin

“…Data collection instruments included an online questionnaire, obstetric and gynecological history forms, and structured assessments of knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes toward oocyte cryopreservation.ResultsThe findings revealed that 59.9% of the women had a moderate level of knowledge regarding oocyte cryopreservation. …”
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Patient and nodule characteristics associated with adherence to lung cancer screening in a large integrated healthcare system by Shuang Yang, Muxuan Liang, Hiren J. Mehta, Ramzi G. Salloum, Dejana Braithwaite, Yonghui Wu, Jessica Islam, Xuhong Zhang, Ya-Chen Tina Shih, Jinhai Huo, Jiang Bian, Yi Guo

“…These findings underscore the need for structured screening programs and consistent follow-up protocols to improve adherence and ensure effective lung cancer screening.…”
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Exploring the perceptions and requirements of exergames for adolescents with depression: a qualitative study by Yuqi Chen, Xiaolong Huang, Wei Luo, Haiyan Liu, Yaqin Gao, Muyao Wang, Yan Zhang, Jingjing Liu, Changyan Zhong, Aixiang Xiao, Yu Chen

“…This study aims to investigate the perceptions and requirements regarding exergames in adolescents with depression, with the goal of designing tailored exergame intervention programs for clinical applications. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with adolescents with depression (n = 33) at a tertiary psychiatric hospital from September to November 2024. …”
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Providers' and Survivors' Perspectives on Affordability Challenges for Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment in Two Low Socioeconomic Status States of the Southern United States by Maria Pisu, Nataliya V. Ivankova, Jessica Morgan, Courtney P. Williams, Nathan C. English, Burkely P. Smith, Bayley A. Jones, Wendelyn M. Oslock, Yu‐Mei Schoenberger, Ivan I. Herbey, Daniel I. Chu

“…Methods We conducted semi‐structured interviews with 32 providers (13 surgeons and 19 other) and 36 survivors (53% colorectal, 19% pancreatic, and 28% esophageal cancer) in Alabama and Mississippi. …”
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