Perceptions of Teacher-trainees Towards using YouTube Videos to improve Conceptual Understanding of the Reactivity of Alkali Metals in Natural Sciences at a Rural University in Sou... by Vuyokazi Momoti

“…They complement traditional teaching methods, encourage social interaction, and stimulate curiosity and innovation across different age groups. …”
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Graves’ ophthalmopathy: the clinical and psychosocial outcomes of different medical interventions – a systematic review by Maralyn Druce, Ejaz Ansari, Oyinlola Maria Bello

“…However, available literature demonstrates that not all clinically effective treatment options improve patients’ QoL.Methods A systematic literature review was conducted to assess the clinical and psychosocial outcomes of different therapies for Graves’ ophthalmopathy. …”
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Investigation of Peanut Leaf Spot Detection Using Superpixel Unmixing Technology for Hyperspectral UAV Images by Qiang Guan, Shicheng Qiao, Shuai Feng, Wen Du

“…Compared to other unmixing methods and manual visual interpretation techniques, the proposed method achieved excellent results, with an overall accuracy of 89.08% and a Kappa coefficient of 85.42% for the GA-SVM classifier. …”
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Comparison of primary medicament therapy effects and primary argon laser trabeculoplasty on regulation of intraocular pressure and stability of perimetry findings in open angle gla... by Srećković Sunčica, Janićijević-Petrović Mirjana, Petrović Nenad, Vukosavljević Miroslav

“…Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty (ALT) is a recognized method for reducing intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open angle glaucoma. …”
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Short-term effects of different wavelengths on axial length with induced optical defocus among emmetropes by S. Ullah, M. F. Umer, S. P. Chandran

“…Axial length (AL) was measured using the IOL Master 800 after thorough eye and visual examinations. An Android mobile application “Flash Screen” exposed participants to violet, blue, yellow, white, green, and red light. …”
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Intraoperative conversion from thoracoscopy to thoracotomy in anatomical lung resections by A. L. Akopov, R. P. Mishra, S. Yu. Dvoreckiy, A. S. Agishev, M. G. Kovalev

“…The severity of the pain syndrome in 24 hours after the surgery assessed by visual analogue scale was also comparable; the average values of pain assessment were 3+2 in the thoracoscopy group and 4+2 in the conversion group (p=0.19).  …”
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Complex interrelationships among respiratory diseases and chronic multimorbidity: a longitudinal network analysis and implications for future viral respiratory pandemic preparednes... by Daniel E. Zoughbie, Daniel E. Zoughbie, Kyongsik Yun

“…Understanding these interrelationships is essential for designing resilient and integrated healthcare systems, especially in the context of pandemic stress.MethodsWe analyzed over 82 million de-identified healthcare claims from the Comprehensive Health Care Information System (CHIS), spanning 2020 to 2024. …”
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Evaluation of the patients with Grave’s ophthalmopathy after the corticosteroids treatment by Janićijević-Petrović Mirjana, Šarenac Tatjana, Srećković Sunčica, Petrović Marko, Vulović Dejan, Janićijević Katarina

“…Ophthalmological examination includes: best corrected visual acuity, slit-lamp exam, Hertels’ test, direct ophthalmoscopy and ultrasonography of the orbit. …”
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Assessment of the Effect of Rosemary on Tomato Preservation. by Nanyanzi,Teopista

“…Shelf life was evaluated based on visual appearance, spoilage occurrence, and physiological changes such as pH levels, weight loss, and titratable acidity. …”
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Comparative Study on the Preservation Efficacy of Rosemary Extracts and Conventional Preservatives on Tomatoes. by Namanya, Jonan

“…Traditional preservation methods like synthetic chemical preservatives have been effective but raise health concerns. …”
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Investigating Macular Tissue Integrity Index as a Novel Biomarker in Geographic Atrophy by Bethany M. Erb, MD, Elaine Botros, Thomas F. Saunders, OD, Anna-Maria Haas, MD, Rick Voland, PhD, Rachel Linderman, PhD, Amitha Domalpally, MD, PhD, Karl G. Csaky, MD

“…We propose a targeted approach in monitoring GA progression within the central macula, highlighting the limited benefit of including GA expansion beyond the 3-mm perifoveal zone when analyzing visual function. This study evaluates how retinal tissue and photoreceptor integrity within the central 1-mm and 3-mm circles centered on the fovea correlate with visual function. …”
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Changes in brain functional connectivity and clinical correlations in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder: a longitudinal resting-state fMRI study by Jiyuan Wang, Jing Huang, Xiong Kang, Huiqing Dong, Jie Lu

“…Meanwhile, further decreases were noted in the medial visual and right dorsal visual networks at follow-up. …”
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Association between life’s crucial 9 and major eye diseases among US adults aged 40 years or older by Yang Meng, Zongbiao Tan, Yuan Liu, Yuan Ma, Ziye Chen, Lan Jiang, Tao Li

“…However, Life’s Crucial 9 (LC9), the latest scoring framework for CVH, has yet to be investigated in relation to major eye diseases. Methods This cross-sectional study included 3830 adults aged 40 years or older from the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005–2008. …”
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Neurosensory binocular vision after bilateral implantation of an extended depth of focus intraocular lens with micro-monovision: a prospective cohort study by Tong Sun, Xiaorui Zhao, Yiyun Liu, Qianqian Lan, Chuhao Tang, Rui Qin, Linbo Bian, Wenlong Li, Hong Qi

“…Monocular outcomes including visual acuity and refraction status, binocular outcomes including visual acuity at different distances, defocus curve and contrast sensitivity, neurosensory binocular vision outcomes including simultaneous perception, fusion and stereoscopic vision, and questionnaire results including spectacle independence, photic phenomena and satisfaction were assessed three months after surgery. …”
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Clinical Outcomes and in vivo Aberrometry Following the Implantation of a Monofocal IOL with Positive Asphericity by van den Berg AB, van den Berg RM, Chamon W, Rocha KM

“…Arthur B van den Berg,1,2 Roberta M van den Berg,1,2 Wallace Chamon,2 Karolinne Maia Rocha1 1Storm Eye Institute, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA; 2Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Federal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, BrazilCorrespondence: Arthur B van den Berg, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Federal University of São Paulo, Rua dos Monjoleiros, 115, Londrina, PR, 86055-744, Brazil, Email arthur-vdb@hotmail.comPurpose: To evaluate ocular aberrations, visual and refractive outcomes in eyes implanted with a monofocal intraocular lens (IOL) with a positive asphericity profile.Patients and Methods: This prospective observational study included 42 eyes (27 patients) that underwent routine cataract surgery and implantation of RayOne EMV monofocal aspheric IOL. …”
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Long-term retinal microvascular alterations after endoscopic endonasal surgery in patients with sellar region tumors by Sebnem Kaya Ergen, Anil Ergen, Busra Gunduz, Ecem Cemre Ceylan, Sevgi Subasi, Melih Caklili, Burak Cabuk, Ihsan Anik, Savas Ceylan

“…Standard automated perimetry and OCT-A were performed preoperatively and at 3- and 12-month follow-ups. Visual field (VF) recovery was assessed using mean deviation (MD) values, and correlations between preoperative structural parameters and postoperative visual outcomes were analyzed. …”
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Intravitreal bevacizumab injection alone or combined with macular photocoagulation compared to macular photocoagulation as primary treatment of diabetic macular edema by Jovanović Sandra, Čanadanović Vladimir, Sabo Ana, Grgić Zorka, Mitrović Milena, Rakić Dušan

“…Methods. This prospective randomized clinical trial included 72 patients (120 treated eyes) with varying degrees of DR and DME. …”
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Toric Intraocular Lens Implantation in the Correction of Moderate-To-High Corneal Astigmatism in Cataract Patients: Clinical Efficacy and Safety by Xiaodi Qiu, Yumeng Shi, Xiaoyan Han, Zhixiang Hua, Yi Lu, Jin Yang

“…Phacoemulsification with toric IOL implantation was performed for all patients. The uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) and best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) were recorded before and one year after surgery, and statistical analysis of preoperative corneal astigmatism, postoperative residual astigmatism, aberrations, IOL rotation, and related factors was performed to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and stability of toric IOLs in correcting moderate-to-high corneal astigmatism. …”
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Comparison of Directional and Diffused Lighting for Pixel-Level Segmentation of Concrete Cracks by Hamish Dow, Marcus Perry, Jack McAlorum, Sanjeetha Pennada

“…Visual inspections of concrete infrastructure in low-light environments require external lighting to ensure adequate visibility. …”
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Online platform vs. doctors: a comparative exploration of congenital cataract patient education from virtual to reality by Xuanqiao Lin, Xuanqiao Lin, Xuanqiao Lin, Xuanqiao Lin, Lifang Bai, Lifang Bai, Lifang Bai, Lifang Bai, Xiaohuan Zhao, Xiaohuan Zhao, Xiaohuan Zhao, Xiaohuan Zhao, Lei Cai, Lei Cai, Lei Cai, Lei Cai, Jin Yang, Jin Yang, Jin Yang, Jin Yang

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