Fostering science awareness through outreach workshops: bridging the gap between science and society by Harshita Agarwal, Jayesh Dhaiya, Bhumika Pippal, Shaheen Hasan, Neha Jain

“…In addition to promoting scientific awareness, our outreach also emphasized "frugal science," that is, using low-cost, accessible methods to explore complex phenomena. …”
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Ovarian cancer and BRCA mutation genetic testing: the Brazilian reality by Dalila Cunha de Oliveira, Luciana Lopes Mensor, Aniere Lima Banho, Guareide Carelli, Amanda Lins Acerbi, Andrea Paiva Gadelha Guimaraes, Angelica Nogueira-Rodrigues

“…The main reasons for oncologists to refrain from recommending BRCA testing were associated with cost and lack of reimbursement followed by lack of genetic counselors, among other factors. …”
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Advanced breeding strategies for combating rice salinity stress in Ghana: A critical review and future perspective by Mavis Owusuaa Osei-Wusu, Remember Roger Adjei, Kwame Sarpong Appiah, Theresa Ankamah-Yeboah, Kwasi Adusei-Fosu

“…Marker-assisted selection, utilising high-density Single Nucleotide Polymorphism markers, has enabled rapid identification and incorporation of salt tolerance traits. Advances in low-cost, high-density DNA marker technologies have made genomic selection, a method that uses genome-wide markers to predict performance without extensive phenotyping, a promising approach to accelerate genetic gains in rice salinity tolerance. …”
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Preparation and characterization of zno/bentonite nanocomposites for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of pesticides in contaminated water by Mashael Alshabanat, Mohamed H. EL-Saeid, Naif S. Almuqati, Sultan A. Alshuhri, Ali A. Alqarni, Thawab M. R. Albugami, Muntaha Almansour, Reem Albusayr, Walaa Alshatri, Dina Almarwan

“…Saudi bentonite-supported ZnO also demonstrated significant performance, suggesting its potential as a low-cost alternative. UV light at 306 nm was more effective than 254 nm, indicating that both wavelength and pesticide structure influence degradation rates. …”
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Tailoring porosity and antibacterial activity in MgO/ZrO2-modified kaolin ceramics for use in wastewater filtration systems by Dikra Bouras, Mamoun Fellah, Billel Salhi, Nestor Ankah, Neçar Merah

“…The findings indicate that MgO- and ZrO2-modified natural kaolinite ceramics may serve as cost-effective, durable, and antibacterial materials suitable for integrated wastewater treatment applications.…”
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The effects of dietary acid detergent fibre content on the performance of finishing lambs by OB Einkamerer, AV Ferreira, MD Fair, A Hugo

“…Its findings support the use of lower ADF content for improved feed conversion, offering practical implications for more cost-effective and sustainable lamb finishing practices in the region. …”
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Proficiency and associated factors of laboratory professionals in sputum smear microscopy at selected peripheral public and private diagnostic laboratories in Ethiopia: cross-secti... by Bewket Mesganaw, Mekuriaw Belayneh, Zigale Hibstu, Abebe Fenta

“…Abstract Background In countries with a high prevalence of TB, such as Ethiopia, direct sputum smear microscopy remains the most cost-effective tool for diagnosing patients with infectious tuberculosis and monitoring their progress on treatment. …”
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A compact electromagnetic syringe stirrer and temperature controller for the reliable dispensing of living cells and microparticles by Maryamsadat Ghoreishi, Giovanna Peruzzi, Lucia Iafrate, Gianluca Cidonio, Noemi D’Abbondanza, Giancarlo Ruocco, Marco Leonetti, Riccardo Reale

“…The system is compact, cost-effective, and easily integrated into various setups. …”
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Impact of Second-Tier Container Port Facilities on Drayage Operation by Samaneh Shiri, Nathan Huynh, Daniel Smith, Frank Harder

“…The increased use of these “second-tier” facilities implies that there must be some capacity, delivery time, service, or reliability benefit that offset the additional cost and complexity. <i>Methods</i>: This paper builds on the previously developed integrated drayage scheduling model to determine the impact of second-tier port facilities on drayage operation. …”
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Multi-Objective Improved Differential Evolution Algorithm-Based Smart Home Energy Management System Considering Energy Storage System, Photovoltaic, and Electric Vehicle by Mina GhasemiGarpachi, Moslem Dehghani, Mokhtar Aly, Jose Rodriguez

“…Based on the outcome, PV, ESS, and PHEV reduce the costs and also reduce the wasted energy of PV close to zero. …”
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Equity and Health in Youth Sports by Nicoletta Tompros, Luigi Gianvecchio, Paolo D’Antonio, Jalal Kamadia, Anthony Moscuzza, Jaydon Milne, Alex McLean, Matteo Chiodo, Brandon Westfall, Joshua Hamilton, John-Tino Chiappetta-Sacchetti, Tyrus Bath

“…This report will start by examining the economic shifts for families across southern Ontario who want to be able to provide their children with the opportunity to play sports. The rising cost associated with youth sports poses challenges for families, from expensive equipment to travel expenses to coaching fees and the financial burden it has on many families who want to provide their children with the opportunity to play sports. …”
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The red thread: stakeholder perspectives on menstrual health and hygiene in Ghana by Sitsofe Gbogbo, Israel Wuresah, Priscilla Klutse, Sarah Odi Mantey, Ishmael Boateng, Paramount Eli Nelson, Veronica Okwuchi Charles-Unadike, Darline El Reda, Constance Currier

“…Based on the findings, the following strategies were identified: (1) the need for adequate WASH facilities, (2) the need to address stigma associated with MHH, (3) the need to reduce the cost of sanitary materials and (4) the need for improved menstrual health education.Conclusion These results confirm that cultural stigmas, inadequate facilities and financial constraints still exist. …”
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The barriers and facilitators of herpes zoster vaccination intentions of urban residents in China: a qualitative study by Beibei Yuan, Chao Long, Ming Wang, Elizabeth Maitland, Stephen Nicholas, Xianjing Qin, Weiying Zhao, Dawei Zhu, Ping He

“…We recommend HZ education and advocacy by health workers and government health officials to address the limited HZ knowledge and HZ misconceptions, and the government (or health insurance providers) to pay or subsidize the high costs of HZ vaccination to increase the HZ vaccination rate.…”
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Iron oxide-based charge transport layers for efficient and stable perovskite solar cells by Hafiz Muhammad Noman, Iqbal Nisa, Muhammad Meesum Bilal, Muhammad Anwar Jan, Abu Summama Sadavi Bilal, Ijaz Hussain, Nargis Bano, Akbar Ali Qureshi, Muhammad Adnan

“…Among the various CTLs, iron oxides, particularly hematite ( α -Fe _2 O _3 ) and magnetite (Fe _3 O _4 ) have shown significant potential due to their cost-effectiveness, stability, and non-toxicity. …”
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Mapping subtidal seagrass in the turbid Baltic Sea: Rethinking satellite sensor selection using a sensor-agnostic pipeline by Eike M. Schütt, Florian Uhl, Philipp R. Schubert, Thorsten B.H. Reusch, Natascha Oppelt

“…Traditional monitoring methods for subtidal seagrass meadows are costly and labour-intensive for large-scale, repetitive mapping efforts. …”
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Multifunctional polymers a new frontier in conductivity and energy generation for advanced electronics by Gabriel Martins Franco, Ingridi dos Santos Kremer, Maria Cecília Caldeira Vieira, Josué Neroti Rigue, Jocenir Boita

“…However, conductive polymers face challenges that may increase the final cost, such as the need for expensive equipment, handling restrictions on materials, and low yields from conventional synthesis methods. …”
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Algorithm for assigning different 6-month short-term chemotherapy regimens in patients with drug-resistant tuberculosis: how to make the right choice for the clinician by Yu.I. Feshchenko, N.A. Lytvynenko, L.M. Protsyk, M.V. Pohrebna, Yu.O. Senko

“…Efficacy, adverse reactions, and treatment costs were evaluated. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION. …”
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Disparities in Breast Cancer–related Lymphedema: A Systematic Review of Inequities and Barriers in Care by Alexzandra Mattia, BS, Nina Hadzimustafic, MD, Rachel Rivero, MD, SeungJu Jackie Oh, MD, Karen Bach, MD, Stav Brown, MD, Siba Haykal, MD, PhD

“…Subthemes included cumulative cost burden, psychosocial barriers, and the role of patient self-efficacy. …”
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Access to pediatric oncology medicine in Iran: a cross-sectional survey in Urmia by Kiana Baghban, Sadra Nadimi Parashkouhi, Hadi Abbasian, Mehdi Varmaghani, Mehran Noroozi

“…Conclusion This study illuminates the complex challenges surrounding the availability, cost, and affordability of pediatric cancer medications in Urmia, Iran. …”
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Increased circulating tumor DNA as a noninvasive biomarker of early treatment response in patients with metastatic ovarian carcinoma: A pilot study by Mariana Cartaxo Alves, Fernando Luiz Affonso Fonseca, Alayne Magalhães Trindade Domingues Yamada, Lílian Arruda do Rego Barros, André Lopes, Luana Carolina Ferreira Fiuza Silva, Ariana Sales Luz, Felipe José Silva Melo Cruz, Auro Del Giglio

“…Circulating tumor DNA might be a specific, noninvasive, and cost-effective new biomarker of early response to systemic treatment in these patients.…”
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