Aalborg University

Reflections on Quality in Academic Writing

Abstract As scholars, we engage with quality as writers, readers, and reviewers of academic texts whether we expressly articulate what we mean by quality or not. In this essay, I will discuss aspects of quality in academic writing as both a process and product. First, we invariab...

Cognitive Function and Telemedicine-based, Village Doctor-led Care for Atrial Fibrillation

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Cognitive impairment is common among older patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). We aimed to evaluate whether baseline cognitive function modifies the effectiveness of a telemedicine-based, village doctor-led integrated care in older patients with AF. METHO...

From waste materials to product design through micro industrial symbiosis

This study investigates the untapped potential of redesigning waste materials—specifically, pre-consumer waste or “new waste”—to create value while mitigating environmental impact. Using a multiple case study methodology, we examine 19 collaborations between manufacturing and des...

Edge Intelligence for Satellite‐Based Earth Observation: Scheduling Image Acquisition and Processing

ABSTRACT Modern Earth Observation (EO) missions generate massive volumes of imagery that challenge existing downlink and ground‐processing capabilities, particularly for time‐critical applications. This work investigates how a low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation equippe...

LDL-C–stratified residual lipoprotein(a) and inflammatory risk after acute myocardial infarction among patients with prior statin use

Abstract Background Patients can experience acute myocardial infarction (AMI) despite documented prior statin exposure, indicating persistent residual cardiovascular risk. The prognostic relevance of lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] and residual inflammation in this setting remains unclear...

Internet-based Emotion Regulation Individual Therapy for Adolescents (IERITA) plus treatment as usual versus treatment as usual for adolescent outpatients with non-suicidal self-injury—the TEENS multi-site trial: study protocol and statistical analysis plan for a multi-site randomised clinical trial

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a public health concern and a widespread behaviour, especially among adolescents. NSSI is an indicator of psychological distress and a known risk factor for later suicidal behaviour and death by suicide; however, evidence-based treatment options...

The global cardiovascular-kidney-liver-metabolic burden from 1990 to 2023

Background The cardiovascular-kidney-liver-metabolic (CKLM) framework represents the multi-organ interplay of systemic metabolic disorders that drive the global burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). Methods This study is a descriptive epidemiological analysis of the Global Bur...

Patient preferences for the multidisciplinary management of endometriosis and adenomyosis: a mixed-methods survey-based study

Background: Endometriosis and adenomyosis are common, debilitating conditions frequently associated with delayed diagnosis and fragmented care-based pathways. In Denmark, two highly specialized centres provide advanced endometriosis treatment. However, it remains unclear whether...

Spliceosome gene mutations synergize with anthracyclines to amplify atrial fibrillation risk in hematologic malignancies: a multicenter cohort study with discovery and validation

Abstract Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a life‑threatening complication in patients with hematologic malignancies, yet personalized risk stratification remains challenging. Spliceosome gene mutations are key drivers of these malignancies, but their specific role in AF pat...

eDNA-based assessment of microbial dynamics in response to persistent contaminants and degraded water quality in a hypereutrophic urban reservoir

Abstract Urban freshwater ecosystems are increasingly exposed to mixtures of pollutants, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). However, their ecological effects remain poorly understood, especially in tropical regions with limited sanitation infrastructure. This s...

AI and Democracy: Mapping Notions, Debates and Challenges

Abstract Artificial intelligence (AI) is widely discussed as either a threat to democracy or a means of strengthening it. But democracy, an essentially contested concept, invokes many different levels at which AI may assist and obstruct the legitimacy of democratic government. Th...

The effect of telemonitoring on quality of life in people with insulin‐treated type 2 diabetes: A secondary analysis of a randomised controlled trial

Abstract Aims Telemonitoring in type 2 diabetes (T2D) care has demonstrated positive trends in terms of glycaemic control. However, evidence regarding its impact on patient‐reported outcomes, such as general and diabetes‐specific quality of life (QoL), remains inconclusive. In pa...

Can Knowledge Be Translated (by a Machine)?

This paper takes up the important questions whether (i) machines—by means of software—can translate texts, thereby imitating translations made by humans, and (ii) publications in the fields of scientific domains and engineering can be translated by machines to an almost perfect l...

Forecast of building materials and their related environmental impacts: comparing wood-based and conventional construction pathways

<title>Abstract</title> The building sector is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions (GHGe), necessitating carbon mitigating strategies to reduce its environmental impact. This study investigates the environmental implications of two construction pathways in Denm...

Frequent Callers to Emergency Medical Services: an observational cohort study from Region Zealand, Denmark (2018–2025)

Frequent callers to Emergency Medical Services represent a small group of citizens who account for a substantial number of calls. Despite their impact, little is known about their characteristics and patterns of EMS use. This study aimed to examine frequency, dispatch outcomes, a...

Glucose in Motion: Characterizing Temporal Patterns in Real-World Glycemic Control in a Large Observational Cohort

OBJECTIVE: To identify and characterize daily and weekly patterns in glycemic management in longitudinal real-world continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data from people with diabetes to enhance clinical interpretation and support more effective personalized diabetes management. R...

A multi-modal model for trust evaluation in industrial human–robot collaboration

Abstract Industry 5.0 promotes collaborative manufacturing environments where humans and robots work together, leveraging their complementary strengths to improve productivity and safety. In such settings, trust is fundamental to ensuring seamless and effective interaction. As in...

Role of Life’s Essential 8 in the association of night shift work with cardiovascular disease and mortality: a prospective cohort study of UK Biobank participants

Background: Night shift work is linked to higher risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality, but mechanisms remain unclear. Lifestyle, captured by the American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 (LE8), may act as a modifiable mediator. We aimed to examine the associa...

Measuring higher education: comparing Danish survey and register data in the study of values

Abstract This paper addresses both methodological and substantive issues. The methodological issue relates to the measurement of education, particularly tertiary education, in social science research, while the substantive issue concerns the relationship between higher education...

Electrochemical click chemistry for controlled and localized biosensor surface functionalization

Biosensor performance depends strongly on the properties of the functionalized electrode interface, making robust and controllable surface modification strategies highly desirable. In this work, we investigate electrochemical click chemistry (E-click) as an electrochemically driv...