Dokuz Eylül University

A Field-Calibrated Physics-Informed Digital Twin Framework for Production Blasting Using Dynamic Finite Element Modeling and Seismic Source Reconstruction

Blast-induced ground vibration is traditionally predicted using empirical scaled-distance equations or numerical simulations driven by simplified analytical loading functions. Although dynamic finite element modeling has significantly advanced the understanding of stress-wave pro...

A Hybrid Risk Assessment Approach Using Fine-Kinney Method and Fault Tree Analysis for Enhancing Laboratory Safety

To enhance laboratory safety, a risk assessment was conducted in environmental engineering laboratories using the Fine-Kinney Method (FKM) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA). The FKM was initially employed to prioritize hazards, with a subsequent FTA used to systematically identify ro...

Critical information on the genus Lethrinus from the Red Sea, applications for fisheries conservation and management

Abstract Emperor fishes of the genus Lethrinus are ecologically and commercially important in the Red Sea, supporting artisanal fisheries across Saudi Arabia. Collectively, the Lethrinus species contribute substantially to local fish landings, with average annual catches exceedin...

Designing textiles with 3D surfaces using hemp fiber and natural dyes

This design-oriented experimental study focused on developing a collection of woven fabrics made from hemp and hemp-blended yarns, dyed with natural dyes (turmeric, sage, pomegranate peel, walnut shell, and madder) to highlight the value of hemp fiber and contribute to sustainabl...

Assessment of nutritional risk and associated determinants in adult intensive care unit patients: a prospective longitudinal observational study comparing NRS-2002 and mNUTRIC

Background: Malnutrition is common in critically ill patients and increases morbidity and mortality. Nutritional assessment is a fundamental component of nursing care; therefore, early identification of nutritional risk is essential for timely interventions in intensive care unit...

QT interval prolongation in the coronary intensive care unit: prevalence, associated drugs and clinical-genetic risk factors

We aimed to investigate the prevalence of QTc interval prolongation (QTcIP), QTc-prolonging drug exposure, and associated clinical and genetic risk factors in adult patients hospitalized in the Coronary Intensive Care Unit. This observational cohort study included 207 patients ho...

Sociodemographic and generational correlates of women's attitudes toward intimate partner violence in Türkiye

Gender norms and sociodemographic resources shape women's perceptions of intimate partner violence (IPV). Understanding these factors within primary care settings is essential for implementing context-specific screening and counseling practices. To examine the sociodemographic an...

Differential expression of NEK7–NLRP3 inflammasome-related genes in systemic sclerosis dermal fibroblasts: a subtype-specific analysis

Purpose This study investigated the expression of NEK7–NLRP3 inflammasome-related genes in dermal fibroblasts from patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), focusing on limited (lSSc) and diffuse cutaneous (dSSc) subtypes and their association with skin fibrosis.Methods Dermal fibr...

Aspiration-induced orthotopic lung cancer model: a non-invasive method for in vivo tumor microenvironment studies

Background Solid tumors account for the majority of cancer-associated morbidity, and the tumor microenvironment (TME) is a critical determinant of therapeutic response. However, the limited availability of optimized preclinical orthotopic cancer models that allow investigation of...

Massive Laryngeal Amyloidosis: A Case Report with Long-term Follow-up

Abstract Amyloidosis is a multisystem disease characterized by the deposition of abnormally folded fibrillar proteins (amyloid) in the extracellular matrix, leading to progressive organ dysfunction. It may present in systemic or localized (focal) forms. Localized amyloidosis is d...

Arm position matters: Changes in vastus medialis activation during the single-leg squat in recreational athletes

The single-leg squat (SLS) is commonly used to assess lower-extremity neuromuscular performance. However, the effect of arm position on vastus medialis activation during the SLS remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effect of different arm positions on vastus media...

Fresh (Non-cryopreserved) autologous stem cell transplantation in multiple myeloma: Faster engraftment and reduced hospitalization

Background Cryopreserved autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation using dimethyl sulfoxide is standard in multiple myeloma but it is associated with infusion-related toxicity and high cost. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and outcomes of dimethyl s...

The effect of artificial oocyte activation on embryomorphokinetic parameters and blastulation time

ABSTRACT Artificial oocyte activation (AOA) with Calcium ionophore (Ca-I) application has been shown to improve fertilization rates in patients with poor reproductive outcomes and fertilization failure; however, the effect of Ca-I on embryomorphokinetic parameters remains unclear...

WALANT technique versus general anesthesia in frozen shoulder manipulation: a prospective randomized controlled trial

Manipulation under anesthesia can rapidly improve pain and motion in refractory frozen shoulder but usually requires operating-room and anesthesiology resources. This trial compared an ultrasound-guided wide-awake local anesthesia no tourniquet (WALANT)-based outpatient protocol...

Spillover transmission and return connectedness in the post-IMO 2020 ERA global VLSFO bunker market: Evidence from the Diebold–Yılmaz framework

This study examined return connectedness and spillover transmission among ten major VLSFO bunker hubs in the post-IMO 2020 era. Using daily log return data from 12 June 2023 to 12 June 2026 and the Diebold–Yılmaz connectedness framework, the study identified the system-wide, dire...

Pharmacokinetics of meloxicam following intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral administration in white storks (Ciconia ciconia)

Abstract Background Meloxicam (MLX) is a preferential cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor widely used in avian medicine as an anti-inflammatory agent. Despite marked interspecific variability in avian drug disposition, no pharmacokinetic data are available for MLX in the white stork ( Cic...

Sarsasapogenin Preserves Podocyte Integrity and Attenuates Renal Injury in Experimental IgA Nephropathy

ABSTRACT IgA nephropathy (IgAN) is a progressive glomerular disease marked by mesangial IgA deposition, inflammation, podocyte injury, and fibrogenesis. Although understanding of its pathophysiology has advanced, effective disease‐modifying therapies are still limited. Sarsasapog...

A modular boat concept as a response to marina berth scarcity: A two-phase qualitative consumer study

Türkiye possesses extensive coastlines along the Aegean, Mediterranean, and Black Sea, yet recreational boat ownership among domestic users remains limited. Marina berth scarcity and high mooring costs constitute documented structural barriers to boat ownership, while storage and...

Heterologous transfection of an endornavirus alters the phenotype of Trichophyton rubrum in vitro and in vivo

Mycoviruses are widely distributed across fungal taxa, yet their impact on the phenotype and pathogenicity of dermatophytes remains poorly understood. In this study, we investigated the presence of mycoviruses in clinical isolates of Trichophyton sp. and characterized the phenoty...

Visual and Semiquantitative Assessment of 123I-Ioflupane SPECT in Probable Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Its Association with Autonomic Dysfunction: A Retrospective Study

Background/Objectives: Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a clinically heterogeneous neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive, neuropsychiatric, motor, and autonomic manifestations. Reduced striatal dopamine transporter availability on 123I-ioflupane single-photon em...