Evaluation of the Proximity of Root Apices of Maxillary Posterior Teeth to the Maxillary Sinus Floor using CBCT among Different Age Groups: A Retrospective Study by Nadia Rasool, S. Vidhyadhara Shetty, Sajad A. Buch, Prathap MS Nair, S Kalaichelvan, Nishi Jayasheelan

“…Methods: CBCT scans of 150 patients were obtained from the institute’s database based on strict inclusion and exclusion criteria; such that an equal number of samples were obtained in the following three age groups: Group 1 – Young group (20–44 years), Group 2 – Middle age (45–59 years), Group 3 – Elderly (60–70 years). CBCT images were assessed in multiple cross-sections using Planmeca Romexis software to evaluate the vertical relationship between the RAMP teeth and the MSF. …”
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The role of optical coherence tomography angiography in assessing diabetic choroidopathy: a systematic review by M. Hossein Nowroozzadeh, Mansoureh Bagheri

“…Abstract Background Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of vision impairment worldwide, affecting both retinal and choroidal vasculature. While advances in imaging technology, particularly optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), provide new opportunities to assess choroidal changes in diabetic patients, the role of OCTA in early diagnosis and monitoring of diabetic choroidopathy remains unclear. …”
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Two-stage deep reinforcement learning method for agile optical satellite scheduling problem by Zheng Liu, Wei Xiong, Zhuoya Jia, Chi Han

“…Existing research mainly aims to maximize the number of completed tasks or the total priorities of the completed tasks but ignores the influence of the observation actions on the imaging quality. Besides, the conventional exact methods and heuristic methods can hardly obtain a high-quality solution in a short time due to the complicated constraints and considerable solution space of this problem. …”
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Enhancement of the Antibacterial Efficiency of Silver Nanoparticles against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria Using Blue Laser Light by Anes Al-Sharqi, Kasing Apun, Micky Vincent, Devagi Kanakaraju, Lesley Maurice Bilung

“…Moreover, the effects depended on the concentration of Ag-NPs and exposure time to laser light. SEM images of treated bacterial cells indicated that substantial morphological changes occurred in cell membranes after treatment. …”
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Le site d’Azrou Iklane : un exemple d’usage de l’imagerie numérique pour l’étude et la préservation de l’art rupestre saharien by Gwenola Graff, Martin Loyer, Abdelhadi Ewague, Romain Simenel, Maxence Bailly

“…This model was then enriched with the survey of the engravings carried out in a vector format drawing (done with machine intelligence), a photographic coverage using Gigapixel, the virtual visits and 360° images in the manner of Google Street View. Using the data acquired, a geographical information system is now being elaborated, The Moroccan heritage services were keen supporters of this project which was an original one for the country and one that satisfied local demands for a better preservation and interpretation of the fragile engravings. …”
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From dyspnea to Olympic qualification - A case report as a model for post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 by Baudrexl JC, Steinestel K, Gagiannis D

“…Case presentation: Using the example of a female professional athlete, an individualised therapy strategy is outlined step by step on the basis of the assessment of lung function, including spiroergometry, CT imaging and immunocytological and histopathological analysis of bronchoscopically obtained material. …”
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Effect of bending load on electrical conductivity of carbon/epoxy composites filled with nanoparticles using design of experiment and artificial neural networks by Ali Sadollah, Seyed Morteza Razavi, Abobakr Khalil Al-Shamiri

“…We examine the distribution pattern of nanoparticles in the samples through scanning electron microscope images. The results of this study carry significant implications for the manufacturing of composite electrodes subjected to bending loads in industrial applications.…”
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Fecal Elastase Levels Predict Honeycombing in Pancreas Detected with Endoscopic Ultrasound by Sinan Akay, Burcu Şirin, Belkıs Ünsal

“…Patients were selected consecutively from endosonography examinations performed for upper gastrointestinal subepithelial lesions and for pancreas evaluation. Pancreas imaging findings were categorized according to the Rosemont criteria using echoendoscope. …”
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Some Issues of Normative and Legal Regulation of Weapons in Ukraine by K. L. Buhaichuk

“…The publication defines the directions for improving the draft laws under consideration in terms of: definitions of the terms of «sporting weapon», «thermal imaging sight», «signal weapon», «night vision sight», «training-split weapon - neutralized weapon», «right to carrying weapon», «right to own weapon»; introduction of the terms of «law enforcement agency», «intelligence agency», «law enforcement agency of special purpose», «state agency of special purpose with law enforcement functions» into the conceptual apparatus of the law, since some authors use them to define the regime of special circulation of civil firearms; establishment of restrictions on the number of civilian firearms and ammunition for them, which can be acquired by an individual; creating legislative prerequisites for the approval of a by-law, which will clearly provide the procedure for transferring seized weapons to the National Police for further storage; securing the obligation of security personnel to provide emergency medical care to persons to whom they use weapons; introduction of norms that will establish the obligation of applicants for the acquisition, possession and use of weapons to take the appropriate courses within first aid; preservation of the wording of the Articles 190-195 of the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses until the relevant law on the legal regime of sidearm is adopted.…”
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Pediatric Appendicitis Score and Ultrasound in children with Acute Appendicitis: An Observational Study by Suyog Simkhada, Bijay Thapa, Anupama Thapa Basnet, Sijan Karki

“…Clinical scoring system and Ultrasound imaging are helpful in diagnosing acute appendicitis and ruling out its differential diagnosis. …”
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Ocular Injuries and Intimate Partner Violence: A Review of the Literature by Baldwin G, Miller JB

“…Grace Baldwin, John B Miller Retina Service, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USACorrespondence: John B Miller, Retina Service, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School, Harvard Retinal Imaging Lab, 243 Charles St, Boston, MA, 02114, USA, Tel +1 (617) 573-3750, Fax +1 (617) 573-3698, Email John_Miller@meei.harvard.eduPurpose of Review: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a leading cause of death and disability across the world. …”
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Male Perineal Carcinoma: Experience in 4 Cases and Literature Review by Agustín Fraile Poblador, Manuel Hevia Palacios, Manuel Rodríguez Vegas, Alberto Artiles Medina, Enrique Sanz Mayayo, Silvia García Barreras, Guillermo Fernández Conejo, Rafael Rodríguez Patrón, Varona Crespo Constatino, Ana Saiz González, Javier Burgos Revilla

“…He consulted for penile pain, and imaging tests revealed a perineal abscess adjacent to the left corpus cavernosum. …”
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Effect of percutaneous vertebroplasty through UTPP approach on prognosis and quality of life in elderly patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: a retrospective... by Xuejie Bi, Liude Zhou, Tian Chen, Zhuming Chen, Zhi Peng

“…The postoperative VAS score (visual analog scale), ODI score (Oswestry disability index), surgical indicators, and imaging indicators were recorded in the two groups. …”
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Linguistic Interval-Valued Intuitionistic Fuzzy Archimedean Power Muirhead Mean Operators for Multiattribute Group Decision-Making by Yuchu Qin, Xiaolan Cui, Meifa Huang, Yanru Zhong, Zhemin Tang, Peizhi Shi

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Reduction of Russia’s Energy Exports: Spatial Distribution of Economic Effects by Natalya Gennadievna Dzhurka, Olga Valeryevna Dyomina

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Bridging Molecular Docking to Molecular Dynamics to Enlighten Recognition Processes of Tailored D-A/D-A-D Types' AIEgens with HSA/BSA by Harun Nalçakan, Gülbin Kurtay

“…Fluorescence imaging-assisted photodynamic therapy (PDT) allows accurate tumor visualization and potentially prevents long-term side effects of cancer. …”
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Diaspora Engagement Strategies and Policies by Jovan Filipovic, Srečko Srečko Devjak, Bogomil Ferfila

“…However, diaspora-motherland partnership is closely related to institutional frameworks, socio-economic settings, political milieu as well as issues of perceptions, images, trust and social identification, in both the home and host country, most of which are within the scope of public administration. …”
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Isolated Superior Mesenteric Vein Tumor Thrombus in a Patient with Gastric Cancer by Barış Özcan, Metin Çevener, Ayşegül Kargı, Mustafa Özdoğan, Alihan Gürkan

“…A 61-year-old male patient who had undergone distal gastrectomy and gastroenterostomy for gastric ulcer 20 years ago was diagnosed with an obstructive tumor originating from the gastroenterostomy anastomosis site on upper gastrointestinal endoscopy that was performed for complaints of fatigue, oral feeding problems, and anemia. The PET-CT imaging revealed a hypermetabolic mass in the gastroenterostomy region along with hypermetabolic suspected tumor thrombus in the superior mesenteric vein (SMV). …”
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Fretting behavior of piston ring-cylinder liner components of a diesel engine running on TiO2 nanolubricant by Ali Can Yılmaz

“…Atomic force microscopy analysis was done to obtain the 3D images of the worn surfaces and to make a comprehensive comparison of tribological performance between engine lubricant and nanolubricant. …”
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TRANSFORMATION OF THE UKRAINE’S INDUSTRIAL SECTOR IN CONDITIONS OF OVERCOMING DEINDUSTRIALIZATION by Lyubov H. Kvasniі, Anna V. Voloshanska

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