From sting to STING: role of inflammation in wasp sting induced AKI - a narrative review by Liang Xu, Zilin Zhou, Ying Lv, Ling Li, Hai Yuan, Yaping Sun, Fengqi Hu

“…Abstract Multiple wasp stings that induce acute kidney injury (AKI) pose a significant threat to human health. This review focuses on the roles and mechanisms of inflammation in wasp sting-induced AKI. …”
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Design and Optimization of a Robust Wide‐Area Damping Controller for Mitigating Inter‐Area Oscillations in Wind‐Integrated Power Systems by Mehrdad Ahmadi Kamarposhti, Hassan Shokouhandeh, Sun‐Kyoung Kang, Ilhami Colak, El Manaa Barhoumi

“…ABSTRACT In power networks, low‐frequency oscillations—particularly inter‐area oscillations—pose a serious threat to system stability because of disruptions like short‐circuit faults and the increasing use of renewable energy sources like wind farms. …”
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Modeling the variability of temperature on the population dynamics of Anopheles arabiensis by Ademe Kebede Gizaw, Temesgen Erena, Eba Alemayehu Simma, Dawit Kechine Menbiko, Dinka Tilahun Etefa, Delenasaw Yewhalaw, Chernet Tuge Deressa

“…Abstract Mosquitoes, notorious vectors of numerous diseases transmitted through bites, pose a significant public health threat, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. …”
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Anesthesia management for patients with Prader-Willi syndrome undergoing bariatric surgery: a single-center retrospective case series study by Juan Tan, Haibei Liu, Huawu Yang, Dan Luo, Qiang Fu, Qiang Li

“…These genetic anomalies pose significant challenges in anesthetic management when PWS patients undergo bariatric surgery. …”
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Transcatheter closure of multiperforated atrial septal defect by Luis Cerdán Ferreira, Georgina Fuertes Ferre, Juan Sánchez-Rubio Lezcano, Marta López Ramón

“…ABSTRACT Introduction and objectives: Multi-fenestrated atrial septal defects (mASD) pose both diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. …”
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Clinical and Public Health Challenge of Handling Synthetic Cathinone and Cannabinoid Abuse in Pediatric Care: A Narrative Review by Valerio Ricci, Giuseppe Maina

“…Marketed under deceptive names such as “bath salts” and “K2/Spice”, these substances pose unique challenges due to their accessibility, potency, and unpredictable effects. …”
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Changing landscape of first-line treatment for locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma: the progression from platinum-based chemotherapy to platinum-free therapy by Zengguang Liu, Chen Chen, Jiaxin Yin, Xiaofeng Cong, Ziling Liu

“…Although the platinum-containing regimens have been established as the first-line therapeutic approach for la/m UC and demonstrate high initial response rates, most patients experience disease recurrence or metastasis shortly after treatment cessation, compounded by the inherent toxicity associated with platinum agents, which collectively pose substantial challenges to long-term patient survival. …”
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Teaming up with robots: Analysing potential and challenges with healthcare workers and defining teamwork by Anna M.H. Abrams, Lena Plum, Astrid M. Rosenthal-von der Pütten

“…We discuss the expected impact of robotic assistance systems on work teams in healthcare and pose resulting questions to inspire future hypothetico-inferential research on human-robot teams. …”
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Prevalence and Antimicrobial Resistance of Gram-Negative ESKAPE Pathogens Isolated from Tertiary Care Hospital in Eastern India by Paramjyoti Rana, Sweta Padma Routray, Surajit De Mandal, Rajashree Panigrahy, Anjan Kumar Sahoo, Enketeswara Subudhi

“…Gram-negative ESKAPE pathogens pose major challenges to global public health due to their multidrug resistance and virulence. …”
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Post-Soviet single-industry cities in northern Russia: movement towards sustainable development by Diana Dushkova, Tatyana Krasovskaya

“…Most of these cities were established in the period of the Soviet industrialization and, thus, have a mono-profile character; for that reason, economies of single-industry cities pose high development risks of the “boom-bust” type and the relevant social problems. …”
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Addressing the Dual Threat of Dengue and Influenza in Bangladesh: A Perspective on the Prevention and Preparedness Strategies by Taslima Jamal Urmi, Syed Masudur Rahman Dewan, Md. Rabiul Islam

“…ABSTRACT Background and Aim In Bangladesh, dengue fever and influenza pose serious public health risks due to their high rates of morbidity and fatality. …”
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Adhering to basic principles in a rare dental condition: a case report of severe dilaceration by Shahab Javanmardi, Abubaker Qutieshat

“…Despite its rarity, dilaceration can pose significant challenges for dental professionals in terms of diagnosis and treatment. …”
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Integrated approach for assessing the fire risk of ethanol storage tank: A case study in ethanol manufacturing plant in Ubon Ratchathani Province, Thailand by Ratchanee Joomjee, Arroon Ketsakorn

“…Assessing fire hazards is critical for enhancing safety in ethanol storage facilities, where highly flammable vapors pose serious risks to workers, infrastructure, and surrounding communities. …”
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Diagnostic and Management Challenges of Subclavian Artery Aneurysms in the Setting of Methicillin-Resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> Bacteremia and Upper Extremity Deep Vein T... by Lifei Zhu, Milan Regmi, Syed S. Fatmi

“…<b>Background:</b> Mycotic aneurysms of the subclavian artery are infrequent and pose significant diagnostic challenges, particularly in the context of recurrent methicillin-resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> (MRSA) bacteremia. …”
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Cost-Effective Energy Retrofit Pathways for Buildings: A Case Study in Greece by Charikleia Karakosta, Isaak Vryzidis

“…A robust methodology is applied, combining detailed on-site energy audits, thermophysical diagnostics based on U-value calculations, and a techno-economic assessment utilizing Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and SWOT analysis. …”
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Secondary Frequency Control of Islanded Microgrid Based on Deep Reinforcement Learning by Li WANG, Yuxiang JIANG, Xiangjun ZENG, Bin ZHAO, Junhao LI

“…With the large-scale integration of distributed generation into microgrids, the volatility of renewable energy generation and system random disturbances pose significant threats to the frequency stability and operational control of islanded microgrids. …”
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Phenotypic and Molecular Characterization of Streptomyces enissocaesilis and Streptomyces caviscabies Induced Potato Common Scab in Egypt. by Eihab Mohamed Taha, Omnia Ahmed Abd El-Hafez

“…The results of this study demonstrate that S. caviscabies and S. enissocaesilis are capable of causing CS disease in potatoes and may pose a potential threat to potato cultivation in Egypt.…”
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Assessing the influence of plasma metabolites on chronic skin ulcer risk: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study by Zheng Ye, Deqing Hong, Jiaqi Yuan, Peng Xu, Wenbin Liu

“…Abstract Chronic skin ulcers, although rare, pose severe and debilitating challenges. The identification of causal metabolite biomarkers presents an opportunity to refine effective risk assessment strategies for this condition. …”
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Airborne Algae and Cyanobacteria Originating from Lakes: Formation Mechanisms, Influencing Factors, and Potential Health Risks by Xiaoming Liu, Tingfu Li, Yuqi Qiu, Changliang Nie, Xiaoling Nie, Xueyun Geng

“…As eutrophication progresses, airborne algae and cyanobacteria, particularly harmful genera originating from aquatic environments, are released into the atmosphere and may pose potential risks to human health. Furthermore, respiratory distress has been documented in individuals exposed to aerosols containing harmful algal bloom (HAB) toxins. …”
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Basrah Score: a novel machine learning-based score for differentiating iron deficiency anemia and beta thalassemia trait using RBC indices by Salma A. Mahmood, Asaad A. Khalaf, Saad S. Hamadi

“…Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and beta-thalassemia trait (BTT) are prevalent causes of microcytic anemia, often presenting overlapping hematological features that pose diagnostic challenges and necessitate prompt and precise management. …”
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