Assessment of public opinion on the use of herbal medicine for the treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STI) in accra by Frank Kwasikumah, Emmanuel U. Osisiogu, Philip Asumang, Amponsah Collins

“…Despite limited endorsement from medical practitioners, respondents expressed high confidence in herbal medicine, agreeing that herbs are effective for treating STIs and have the advantage of being low cost. Of respondents who had used herbs for STIs, two-fifths reported being cured, although a small proportion noted long treatment times, persistence of symptoms after treatment, or side effects. …”
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Performance and economic enhancement of a dewaxing casting process using a heat pump drying system by Win-Jet Luo, Amir Reza Ansari Dezfoli, Swami Nath Maurya, Bivas Panigrahi, Pei-Tang Wang

“…The system also achieved a 47.1 % reduction in energy consumption compared to conventional drying chambers, with a specific moisture extraction rate (SMER) of 0.945 kg/kWh, and the power cost per product reduced from USD 2.67 to USD 1.42. …”
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Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Refractory Neuropathic Pain: A Technical Note Initial Experience of Two cases by Sanjeev Srivastava, Pawan Goyal, Anurag Sharma, Sanjay K. Rajan, Aditya Gupta

“…Since it is does not damage the cord per se, its acceptance as a procedure for pain is known quite well in the Western world. Its availability and cost of implants is the major hurdle in its use in a developing nation like India. …”
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A Novel Multiobjective Optimization Approach for EV Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid Scheduling Strategy by Muhammad Aurangzeb, Yifei Wang, Sheeraz Iqbal, Md Shafiullah, Sultan Alghamdi, Zahid Ullah

“…The ring seal search (RSS) algorithm ensures the optimum compatibility of the EV charging and discharging profiles revolving around multiple objectives, such as cost of charging, peak load demand reduction, and grid stability. …”
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Effective method for simultaneous determination of abscisic acid, 3-indolacetic acid and gibberellic acid in commercial plant biostimulants by capillary electrophoresis with diode... by Ivan Chóez-Guaranda, Michael Rendon, Stalin Peralta, Andrea Villegas, Patricia Manzano

“…Therefore, the developed and validated method could be implemented as a low-cost and fast analytical tool for quality control purposes.…”
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GNSS-RTK-Based Navigation with Real-Time Obstacle Avoidance for Low-Speed Micro Electric Vehicles by Nuksit Noomwongs, Kanin Kiataramgul, Sunhapos Chantranuwathana, Gridsada Phanomchoeng

“…Autonomous navigation for micro electric vehicles (micro EVs) operating in semi-structured environments—such as university campuses and industrial parks—requires solutions that are cost-effective, low in complexity, and robust. Traditional autonomous systems often rely on high-definition maps, multi-sensor fusion, or vision-based SLAM, which demand expensive sensors and high computational power. …”
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MultiScaleFusion-Net and ResRNN-Net: Proposed Deep Learning Architectures for Accurate and Interpretable Pregnancy Risk Prediction by Amna Asad, Madiha Sarwar, Muhammad Aslam, Edore Akpokodje, Syeda Fizzah Jilani

“…The results demonstrate that MultiScaleFusion-Net balances accuracy and computational efficiency, making it suitable for real-time clinical deployment, while ResRNN-Net achieves higher precision at a slight computational cost. Performance comparisons with baseline machine learning models confirm the superiority of deep learning approaches, achieving over 80% accuracy in pregnancy complication prediction.…”
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Solid‐Phase Upcycling Toward the Production of Ultrahigh‐Loading Single‐Atom Catalysts by Guanwu Lian, Zefan Du, Yifan Wang, Yelan Xiao, Mengyao Su, Chao Wu, Yucong Huang, Yuansheng Lin, Jingjing Xiong, Yichen Chen, Shibo Xi, Wenguang Tu, Zhigang Zou, Zhongxin Chen

“…Subsequent techno‐economic analysis confirms a two‐thirds reduction in production cost and greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical processes, thus paving a new path in the development of sustainable technologies for metal recovery.…”
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Lateral Suspension Bending Casting in the Treatment of Early-onset Scoliosis by Chinmay S. Paranjape, MD, MHSc, Vidyadhar V. Upasani, MD, Peter O. Newton, MD, Keisuke Masuda, MD, James D. Bomar, Alexandra Johnson, DO, Anthony A. Catanzano, MD

“…The described technique provides a viable, cost-effective alternative for EOS management, with potential implications for broader application in diverse healthcare settings. …”
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Influence of Layering and Fracture Angles on the Performance of Salt–Gypsum Composites: Implications for the Safety of Underground Energy Storage by Fengbiao Wu, Tao Meng, Kehao Cao, Panpan Zhang, Ziying Zhang, Chuanda Zhang, Guanghui Zhao, Zhixia Wang, Pengtao Liu, Xiaomeng Wu

“…With the intensifying global energy crisis, ensuring robust and reliable energy reserves has become crucial, and underground energy storage offers a safe, large-scale, and cost-effective solution. Among various options, salt cavern gas storage is recognized for its excellent sealing capacity and geological stability; however, many natural salt domes contain inherent fissures and interlayers (e.g., gypsum) that can jeopardize operational safety. …”
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Utilizing Environmental DNA to Identify Eukaryotic Diversity in Mangrove Sediments at Demak, Central Java, Indonesia by Ni Kadek Dita Cahyani, Jumari Jumari, Riche Hariyati, Rully Rahadian, Aulia Rahim, Enita Setiawati Zega, Rizqi Widya Nur Kholifah, Paul Hendry Barber, Sapto Purnomo Putro, Tri Retnaningsih Soeprobowati

“…NGS, a powerful tool for DNA and RNA sequencing, allows for parallel sequencing of numerous DNA fragments, providing comprehensive insights into genome structure, genetic variants, gene expression, and epigenetic modifications. Its efficiency and cost-effectiveness make NGS vital for both basic biological research and clinical diagnostics. …”
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Evolution of tobacco pack health warning labels in India- a timely consensus by Madhur Verma, Garima Bhatt, Pranay Lal, Ranjit Singh, Praveen Sinha, Ashish Kumar Pandey, Rana J. Singh, Vineet Gill Munish, Sitanshu Sekhar Kar, Sonu Goel

“…Among proven tobacco control strategies, Pictorial Health Warning Labels (PHWL) are effective and cost-efficient, especially in countries with lower literacy rates. …”
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Development of a Residual Biomass Supply Chain Simulation Model Using AnyLogistix: A Methodical Approach by Bernardine Chidozie, Ana Ramos, José Vasconcelos, Luis Pinto Ferreira

“…<i>Results:</i> The simulation results showed a total expenditure of EUR 5,219,411.3, with transportation being the primary cost driver, involving 5678 trips and a peak capacity of 67.16 m³. …”
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Estimating Maxillary Sinus Volume Using Smartphone Camera by Christoforos Meliadis, Emily Feng, Ezekiel Johnson, Wendy Zhu, Paramesh Gopi, Vivek Mohan, Peter H. Hwang, Jacob Johnson, Bryant Y. Lin

“…<italic>Conclusions:</italic> This method aligns with the growing focus on telemedicine, presenting significant reductions in healthcare costs and radiation exposure from CT scans. It marks a substantial advancement in otolaryngology and maxillofacial surgery, showcasing the integration of smartphone technology in medical diagnostics and opening avenues for innovative, patient-friendly, and cost-effective healthcare solutions.…”
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Conveyor X-Ray Tomosynthesis Imaging With Optimized Structured Sequential Illumination by Xu Ma, Dong Wang, Angela Cuadros, Tianyi Mao, Qile Zhao, Gonzalo R. Arce, Tingfa Xu

“…In this system, several X-ray sources are successively used to interrogate the moving object lying on a conveyor, where the compressive measurements are received by a set of low-cost strip detectors. The dynamic imaging model, and reconstruction framework of the proposed system are established taking into account sensing geometry along with the movement of the object. …”
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Thermal Performance of Bio-Based Materials for Sustainable Building Insulation: A Numerical Study by Labouda Ba, Abdelkrim Trabelsi, Tien Tung Ngo, Prosper Pliya, Ikram El Abbassi, Cheikh Sidi Ethmane Kane

“…Despite their strong potential, challenges remain, particularly regarding cost-effectiveness, durability, and market penetration. …”
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Development and characterisation of lyophilised ethambutol-loaded polymeric nanoparticles by Eknath Kole, Yogesh Sonar, Rahul J. Sarode, Atul Chaudhari, Jitendra Naik

“…The formulation's biodegradable PCL core and scalable design align with the need for cost-effective, patient-centric therapies. Conclusion: ETH-PCL NPs represent a promising nanocarrier platform for TB, combining sustained drug release, high encapsulation efficiency, and long-term stability. …”
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Comparative analysis using UPLC and UV methods for concurrent quantification of therapeutic drugs for overactive bladder: Effective approach in green and white chemistry by Asma S. Al-Wasidi, Mahmoud A. Mohamed, Hoda A. Ahmed, Manal A. Almalki, Alaa A. Ahmed-Anwar

“…These techniques offer cost-effective, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional methods, promoting sustainability in analytical chemistry.…”
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INVASIVE CANDIDIASIS IN NON-HEMATOLOGICAL PATIENTS. by Malgorzata Mikulska, Matteo Bassetti, Sandra Ratto, Claudio Viscoli

“…Although the use of these diagnostic tools in pre-emptive strategies is promising, the performance and cost-effectiveness should be tested in large trials. …”
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Design, development, and performance evaluation of baffled solar mango slice dryer by Ermias A. Tesema, Mulugeta A. Delele, Solomon Workneh Fanta, Fentaw B. Masrie, Melkamu Alemayehu Workie, Eneyw Adgo Tsegaye

“…In developing countries, small-scale mango farmers are commonly forced to sell their hard-earned produce at low prices, and a large part of the fruit is discarded due to limited market and inadequate preservation technologies. An efficient and cost-effective solar dryer was designed and evaluated to dry mango slices, by enhancing thermal efficiency through the use of baffles. …”
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