Recycled aggregate in 3D printing concrete technology and the future of it by Parvin Montazeri

“…For instance, research has demonstrated that the incorporation of larger aggregates in large particle 3D concrete printing methods can significantly reduce the volume of cement required, thus contributing to lower environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity. …”
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Treatment of Type V Acromioclavicular Separation with Minimally Invasive Closed-loop Double-endobutton Technique by Wei-Hsiang Yang, Yung-Chang Lu, Ting-Kuo Chang, Chung-Ting Liu

“…Therefore, precise tightrope placement and avoidance of coracoid tip positioning are crucial for optimal outcomes.…”
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Automated Risser Grade Assessment of Pelvic Bones Using Deep Learning by Jeoung Kun Kim, Donghwi Park, Min Cheol Chang

“…A multimodal approach incorporated 224 × 224-pixel regions of interest from radiographs, alongside patient age and gender. The models were optimized with Adam, weight decay, rectified linear unit (ReLU) activation, dropout, and batch normalization, while synthetic data augmentation addressed class imbalance. …”
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Multi-criteria assessment of coal seams suitability for co-gasification using the preference selection index by Vasyl Lozynskyi

“…The research findings highlight the importance of considering gasification process intensification as a critical factor in optimizing thermochemical conversions. The results demonstrate that while standard assessment methods indicate a relatively uniform suitability of coal seams, the PSI technique provides a more precise ranking, ensuring a more objective and reliable selection process. …”
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Motor imagery-based brain-computer interfaces: an exploration of multiclass motor imagery-based control for Emotiv EPOC X by Paulina Tarara, Iwona Przybył, Julius Schöning, Artur Gunia

“…However, classification performance was limited due to inter- and intra-subject signal variability and the technical constraints of the consumer-grade EEG hardware.DiscussionThese findings highlight the value of combining user training with MI-based BCIs and the need to optimize signal quality for reliable performance. The results support the feasibility of scalable, multiclass MI paradigms in low-cost, user-centered neurotechnology applications, while pointing to critical areas for future system enhancement.…”
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A Review of Evaporite Beds Potential for Storage Caverns: Uncovering New Opportunities by Sheida Sheikheh, Minou Rabiei, Vamegh Rasouli

“…The design phase addresses optimal cavern shape, size, pillar dimensions, number of caverns, the impact of interbeds, and cyclic loading while considering the creep behavior of salt and the mechanical behavior of surrounding layers. …”
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Design and Simulation of a Solar Thermal Dryer for Fruits. by Amanya, Sylus

“…The methods used in carrying out this project included library search, internet search, and brainstorming of different ideas. …”
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Roles of private healthcare facilities in post-test counselling and referral for HIV services during antenatal care in South-West Nigeria by Henry Osaro Aisagbonhi, Yejide Olukemi Oseni, Mayowa Omolabake Odofin, Ezioma Anne Chukwu, Ukamaka Gladys Okafor, Ifeoluwa Silvanus Abiodun, Treasure Wariboko Obiajulu Okoye, Oluwadamilola Aminat Sadare, Eugenia Onwuchuluba Ebele, Esther Ametor Ajakaiye, Azeezat Abimbola Oyewande

“…Abstract Background In Nigeria, an estimated 22% of children acquired HIV from mother-to-child transmission during delivery in 2019 while many pregnant women seek care through private-sector health facilities. …”
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A systematic review of adult animal models investigating ECMO use for ARDS: where to from here by Muhtadi Alnababteh, Xizhong Cui, Mark Jeakle, Yan Li, Nancy Terry, Tom Gamble, Junfeng Sun, Shreya Kanth, Peter Q. Eichacker, Parizad Torabi-Parizi

“…Abstract Background Controlled clinical trials investigating ongoing questions about extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for patients with the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), including what the optimal mechanical ventilation (MV) tidal volume (TV) strategies are and whether ECMO potentiates injurious host responses, are difficult. …”
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Ginkgo ketone ester tablets for the treatment of cognitive impairment associated with chemotherapy for breast cancer - a prospective cohort study by Jiajing Chen, Lixin Chen, Kexin Jiang, Dandan Wang, Chunyu Wu, Yuenong Qin, Sheng Liu

“…The favorable efficacy profile, excellent safety record, and high compliance support GBE’s potential as adjunctive CRCI therapy. While neuroinflammatory effects were limited, robust antioxidant restoration and cognitive enhancement warrant further investigation through large-scale randomized controlled trials to validate long-term efficacy and optimize clinical protocols.Clinical Trial Registrationhttps://www.chictr.org.cn, identifier ChiCTR2200065694.…”
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Effect of pilates on the physical and mental health of drug-dependent individuals — a randomized controlled trial by Feng Ji, Ensong Zhou, Peng Zhao, Xinliang Chen, Hui Wang, Jiabin Zhong, Yi Zhang, Yunhang Lu, Qing Zhang

“…Conclusion The Pilates intervention significantly enhanced participants’ physical attributes—body composition, strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, lung function, and immune response—while alleviating anxiety and depression. Correlations were identified between mental health improvements and physical gains, indicating that tailored exercise, informed by ongoing health monitoring, could optimize drug rehabilitation outcomes. …”
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Relationship between timing of achieving energy sufficiency and clinical outcomes in critically ill patients by Xiangfeng Yue, Xiaoxi Zhu, Xiaoxi Zhu, Yongchun Li, Yongchun Li, Xuemin Huang, Quanjun Lyu

“…Combining RCS-derived inflection point (day 6) and intergroup comparisons, the optimal window for achieving energy sufficiency appears to be 4–6 days post-ICU admission, balancing metabolic stability and tissue repair needs while avoiding early overfeeding risks.…”
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Long-term effects of orthognathic surgery on masticatory function in individuals with cleft lip and palate: A prospective study by Patricia Martins Bueno, Paulo Alceu Kiemle Trindade, Laís Hollara Medeiros, Leide Vilma Fidélis da Silva, Ivy Kiemle Trindade-Suedam

“…Objective: To prospectively evaluate the long-term effects of orthognathic surgery on masticatory function in individuals with repaired complete cleft lip and palate and to compare the results with a control group. Material and methods: A total of 40 individuals were prospectively analyzed before (PRE-ORTHOG) and approximately 12 months after orthognathic surgery (POST-ORTHOG). …”
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Global, regional, and national burden of Pediatric and adolescent thyroid cancer from 1990 to 2021: a statistical analysis of prevalence, incidence, and DALYs by Rui Zhang, Zhenxin Mei, Shan Feng, Zongcun Chen

“…In the 5 SDI regions, the prevalence and incidence are showing an upward trend, while DALYs rates showed divergent patterns: a marginal increase in low-middle SDI regions (EAPC=0.13, 95% UI: -0.07-0.32) contrasted with declining trends in other regions. …”
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Correcting Tibiotalar Alignment Correlates with FAO Changes after Total Ankle Replacement by Ricardo Villar MD, Emily Teehan MS, Kira Lu, Ranqing Lan MS, Patricia Friedmann MS, Jensen Henry MD, Constantine Demetracopoulos MD

“…Submission Type: Ankle Arthritis Research Type: Level 3 - Retrospective cohort study, Case-control study, Meta-analysis of Level 3 studies Introduction/Purpose: Re-establishing anatomic ankle and foot alignment is critical to optimize clinical outcomes and longevity of total ankle replacement (TAR). …”
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Effects of Stretching and Resistance Training on Psychophysical Awareness: A Pilot Study by Giovanni Esposito, Rosario Ceruso, Pietro Luigi Invernizzi, Vincenzo Manzi, Gaetano Raiola

“…Such findings offer practical implications for coaches seeking to optimize flexibility training by integrating alternative methods that promote both physical and perceptual adaptations.…”
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Neoadjuvant PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors combined with chemotherapy in gastric cancer and gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis of single-arm stu... by Jun Leng, Jun Leng, Min Liu, Min Liu, Qianwen Wang, Qianwen Wang, Huaiwu Jiang, Jin Chen

“…BackgroundNeoadjuvant chemotherapy, particularly neoadjuvant immunotherapy, has achieved significant progress in treating gastric cancer (GC) and gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma. While PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors have improved survival outcomes in some patients, the efficacy of combining neoadjuvant chemotherapy with PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors remains insufficiently validated.ObjectiveThis study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of neoadjuvant chemotherapy combined with PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors in GC/GEJ adenocarcinoma and enhance statistical power through meta-analysis.MethodsWe systematically searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library up to October 5, 2024, for original clinical studies on neoadjuvant PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors combined with chemotherapy for GC/GEJ adenocarcinoma. …”
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Efficacy and safety of puerarin injection as an adjunctive therapy for chronic heart failure: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Hesong Fan, Jingrong Yang, Huaizhe Wang, Shuli Zong, Yiwei Qu, Kefei Wang, Fengyi Zhang, Xiao Li

“…The combination therapy demonstrated both a significantly increased total effectiveness rate (RR = 1.26, 95% CI [1.21, 1.31], P < 0.01) and improved hemodynamic parameters, along with favorable modulation of oxidative stress markers evidenced by elevated superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase, and catalase levels concomitant with reduced lipid peroxidation and malondialdehyde concentrations.ConclusionThis meta-analysis suggests that adjunctive puerarin injection with conventional therapy may provide comprehensive benefits for chronic heart failure management, including improved clinical outcomes, enhanced cardiac function, attenuated ventricular remodeling, optimized hemodynamic performance, and reduced oxidative stress, while maintaining a safety profile comparable to conventional therapy. …”
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Global, regional, and national epidemiology of Intracerebral Hemorrhage among women of childbearing age (1990–2021): incidence, mortality, DALYs, and risk factor analysis by Yuan Li, Wei Yang, Jixiang Xu, Guoming Pu, Sujun Liu, Chunmei Chen, Xiufang Che, Hua Huang, Hongjiang Pu, Hongjiang Pu

“…The burden was linked to the Socio-Demographic Index (SDI), with lower SDI regions experiencing increasing burden, while higher SDI regions saw a decline. Regional disparities were observed, and certain factors like environmental particulate pollution showed an upward trend. …”
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Use of glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors in myocardial infarction in the Russian Federation, according to the Russian Registry of Acute Myocardial Infarction REGION-IM by N. S. Kostritca, R. M. Rabinovich, R. M. Shakhnovich, I. S. Yavelov, R. G. Gulyan, Yu. K. Rytova, S. N. Tereschenko, A. D. Erlikh, D. V. Pevzner

“…Further research is needed to develop an optimal protocol for glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors administration in AMI.…”
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