Microwave Antenna Sensing for Glucose Monitoring in a Vein Model Mimicking Human Physiology by Youness Zaarour, Fatimazahrae El Arroud, Tomas Fernandez, Juan Luis Cano, Rafiq El Alami, Otman El Mrabet, Abdelouheb Benani, Abdessamad Faik, Hafid Griguer

“…Non-invasive glucose monitoring has become a critical area of research for diabetes management, offering a less intrusive and more patient-friendly alternative to traditional methods such as finger-prick tests. This study presents a novel approach using a semi-solid tissue-mimicking phantom designed to replicate the dielectric properties of human skin and blood vessels. …”
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Integration of quantum key distribution and high-throughput classical communications in field-deployed multi-core fibers by Qi Wu, Domenico Ribezzo, Giammarco Di Sciullo, Sebastiano Cocchi, Divya Ann Shaji, Lucas Alves Zischler, Ruben Luis, Paolo Serena, Chiara Lasagni, Alberto Bononi, Tetsuya Hayashi, Alessandro Gagliano, Paolo Martelli, Alberto Gatto, Paola Parolari, Pierpaolo Boffi, Davide Bacco, Alessandro Zavatta, Yixiao Zhu, Weisheng Hu, Zhaopeng Xu, Mark Shtaif, Andrea Marotta, Fabio Graziosi, Antonio Mecozzi, Cristian Antonelli

“…Abstract Quantum key distribution (QKD) is a secure communication method for sharing symmetric cryptographic keys based on the principles of quantum physics. …”
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Control of multi-level quadratic DC-DC boost converter for photovoltaic systems using type-2 fuzzy logic technique-based MPPT approaches by Souheyb Mohammed Belhadj, Bouziane Meliani, Habib Benbouhenni, Sarra Zaidi, Z.M.S. Elbarbary, Mohammed M. Alammer

“…Comparative analysis reveals that the T2FLC improves tracking efficiency by up to 5.2 % compared to T1FLC and 7.5 % compared to IC, while also achieving faster convergence, reduced steady-state error, and enhanced stability. …”
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Time Course of Symptoms in Normal-Pressure Hydrocephalus: A Systematic Review by Bekir Rovčanin, Ibrahim Omerhodžić, Adem Nuhović, Emir Begagić, Nevena Mahmutbegović, Hakija Bečulić, Haso Sefo, Enra Mehmedika-Suljić, Almir Džurlić, Mirza Pojskić

“…This systematic review evaluates symptom duration in NPH patients with postoperative outcomes. <b>Methods:</b> A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, and Embase was conducted per PRISMA guidelines. …”
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Future of Alzheimer's detection: Advancing diagnostic accuracy through the integration of qEEG and artificial intelligence by Sahar Rezaei, Farzan Asadirad, Alireza Motamedi, Mohammadsadegh Kamran, Farzaneh Parsa, Haniyeh Samimi, Parna Ghannadikhosh, Mahdi Zahmatyar, Seyed Ali Hosseinzadeh, Hossein Arabi

“…This review highlights the significant potential of AI-enhanced qEEG as a non-invasive, cost-effective tool for the diagnosis of AD in its prodromal and dementia stages, while also identifying areas requiring further research to optimize its clinical application. …”
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Density-Aware DETR With Dynamic Query for End-to-End Tiny Object Detection by Xianhang Ye, Chang Xu, Haoran Zhu, Fang Xu, Haijian Zhang, Wen Yang

“…A large number of queries are necessary to ensure high recall in dense scenarios, while sparse scenarios benefit from fewer, more distinct queries. …”
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Prevention and Management of Spinal Cord Ischemia After Aortic Surgery: An Umbrella Review by Alexandros G. Brotis, Adamantios Kalogeras, Metaxia Bareka, Eleni Arnaoutoglou, Kostas Spanos, Miltiadis Matsagkas, Kostas N. Fountas

“…The prompt management of spinal cord complications is crucial to optimizing outcomes. No clear treatment algorithm has been universally adopted. …”
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Impact of intraoperative assessment of renal allograft arterial blood flow on vascular complications and their prevention strategies by A. A. Zharikov, D. A. Bankeev, I. R. Kurbangulov, D. V. Kukovyakin, A. R. Karapityan, M. A. Petryaev, A. A. Kartashev, Z. A. Porchkhidze, D. A. Saydulaev

“…Objective: to use intraoperative fluorometry to assess the impact of renal allograft arterial blood flow on vascular complications.Materials and methods. The study included 285 patients who underwent kidney transplantation (KT) at Shumakov National Medical Research Center of Transplantology and Artificial Organs (from May 2022 to July 2023). …”
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High-grade glioma with pleomorphic and pseudopapillary features: a single-institution series of three cases by Eric A. Goethe, Rasha Alfattal, Subhiksha Srinivasan, Pushan Dasgupta, Vinay Puduvalli, Shiao-Pei Weathers, Leomar Y. Ballester, Jeffrey S. Weinberg, Sujit Prabhu, Sherise D. Ferguson, Maria A. Gubbiotti

“…One patient had an incidentally discovered tumor, while the other two patients underwent imaging for symptoms of headache, vision changes and extremity weakness. …”
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How do we know that they actually use it? Exploring measures of adherence to stress management strategies in university students: A systematic review by Laurianne Bastien, Sohyun Cho, Julia Petrovic, Bassam Khoury, Elana Bloom, Nancy Heath

“…In response, higher education institutions have increasingly implemented digital, self-guided stress management resources to provide students with accessible mental health support. While these interventions show promise for improving student wellness, there is a significant gap in our understanding of how students use the strategies taught as part of these resources. …”
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Multimodal radiomics integrating deep learning and clinical features for diagnosing multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in HIV/AIDS patients by Chang Song, Aichun Huang, Chunyan Zhao, Lemin Wen, Shulin Song, Yanrong Lin, Chaoyan Xu, Hangbiao Qiang, Qingdong Zhu

“…Grad-CAM effectively localized key image regions influencing decision-making, while a nomogram quantified the contribution weights of each predictor, enhancing model transparency. …”
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Efficient and cost-effective monitoring of urban green spaces using combination of photogrammetry, LiDAR, and RTK in an iPhone-Based approach by Výbošťok Jozef, Chudá Juliána, Skladan Michal, Singh Arunima, Tomčík Daniel, Mokroš Martin

“…Traditionally, parameters are measured using conventional methods: calipers, altimeters, and diameter tapes. …”
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Role of ketogenic and low-carbohydrate diets in the pathogenesis and treatment of obesity and diabetes mellitus type 1 and 2 - A Literature Review by Dominika Bąk, Julia Buszek, Piotr Czerniak, Adrianna Antoszewska, Weronika Bargiel, Halszka Wajdowicz, Mateusz Warzocha, Aldona Sokołowska

“…Conclusion: According to the recommendations, there is no single optimal nutritional model in patients with diabetes, while the use of low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets can lead to the desired results and achieve therapeutic goals in patients with diabetes. …”
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Early diagnosis and treatment of low-grade myofibroblastic sarcoma in the left distal femur: a case report and literature review by Xinyu Hu, Yichen Gong, Zhongyi Zhang, Zhipeng Wu, Peijian Tong, Yan Liu, Shuaijie Lv

“…As a result, its exact incidence remains unclear. While pathologic studies have been reported, systematic clinical, radiological, and therapeutic evaluations remain limited. …”
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Comparative effectiveness of static stretching and deep kneading massage in the management of plantar fasciitis: a randomized controlled trial by Syed Muhammad Ghalman Jaffri, Sarah Ahmad, Gulnaz Yamin, Mishal Kamran, Wajeeha Afzal, Muhammad Naveed Babur

“…Objective: To compare the efficacy of static stretching and deep kneading massage in patients with plantar fasciitis in enhancing pain relief and functional outcomes. Methods: This open-label randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 69 patients diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, aged 20–60 years. …”
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Safety and efficacy of sirolimus combined with cyclosporine in primary membranous nephropathy: a randomized controlled trial by Fang Wang, Chao Yang, Yue Shu, Cai-xia Lin, Yao Yao, Yue Li, Yi-miao Zhang, Xin Wang, Li-qiang Meng, Xu-yang Cheng, Gang Liu, Ming-hui Zhao, Zhao Cui

“…Abstract Background Calcineurin inhibitors, such as cyclosporine, are primary treatments for membranous nephropathy (MN). Optimizing this regimen is crucial to reduce nephrotoxicity and enhance immunological remission. …”
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Spatio-temporal dynamics and drivers of cropland ecosystem services value during the past two decades in Yangtze river economic belt, China by Hanjun Xia, Pengbo Zhang, Qi Zhang, Baofa Peng, Chenxin Zhou, Qian Zhu, Songchao Chen, Bifeng Hu

“…Moreover, the Crop-ESV showed significant spatial heterogeneity, with hot spots predominantly clustered in the west, while cold spots were primarily located in the east. …”
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WDNET-YOLO: Enhanced Deep Learning for Structural Timber Defect Detection to Improve Building Safety and Reliability by Xiaoxia Lin, Weihao Gong, Lin Sun, Xiaodong Yang, Chunwei Leng, Yan Li, Zhenyu Niu, Yingzhou Meng, Xinyue Xiao, Junyan Zhang

“…Conventional inspection methods are unable to address the issues of multi-scale defect characterization, inter-class confusion, and morphological diversity, thus limiting reliable construction quality assurance. …”
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Fe-Cu-loaded γ-Al2O3 as an efficient heterogeneous Fenton catalyst for the advanced treatment of petrochemical wastewater by Shiqi Jiang, Changyong Wu, Qi Huang, Yin Yu, Peijian Zhang, Chenjie Wang, Xiyan Ou, Min Xu

“…The catalyst was synthesized via impregnation and calcination, with preparation parameters optimized using a one-factor-at-a-time method. Under optimal conditions (Fe: 0.28 mol/L; Cu: 0.20 mol/L; 500 °C; 7 h), 50.15% TOC removal was achieved using 20 g catalyst and 13.73 mmol/L H2O2. …”
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The association between the MIND diet and cognitive health in middle-aged and older adults: A systematic review by Jenny Hiu Wai Tse, Queenie Pui Sze Law, Jenny Tsun Yee Tsang, Lorna Kwai Ping Suen, Stefanos Tyrovolas, Rick Yiu Cho Kwan

“…Despite the effectiveness of alternative methods, such as MIND diet questionnaires, for adherence assessment apart from FFQ, variability in study populations, interventions, and scoring methods complicates pinpointing an optimal MIND score. …”
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