Universidade da Coruña

Association Between the GMI / HbA1c Ratio and Microvascular Complications in Type 1 Diabetes: A Multicenter Cross‐Sectional Study

ABSTRACT Objective To clarify whether the glucose management indicator (GMI)/glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) ratio (GMI/HbA1c ratio) is an independent predictor of microvascular complications in Type 1 diabetes (T1D). Design and Methods Multicentre, cross‐sectional, observational st...

Flow-driven prediction of bluff body fluid–structure interaction

Wind-resistant shape design exploration of civil engineering structures fundamentally relies on the accurate interpolation and extrapolation of bluff-body aerodynamic features. Current methodologies typically emulate global, integrated coefficients, such as flutter derivatives an...

Cortical and metabolic brain development during pubertal hormone suppression

Suppression of pubertal hormonal signaling may alter trajectories of cortical development. However, the neurobiological effects of gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists (GnRHa), including triptorelin, which are used in adolescents with gender dysphoria, remain largely unresolve...

Gender violence, sport and physical activity: perceptions of sport science students

Abstract Gender-based violence is a problem present in our society, whose perception by university students is essential to understand its impact. The aim of the study was to analyse the perception of students of the Faculty of Sports Sciences and Physical Education of the Univer...

Maritime pine afforestation drives coastal dune habitat contraction and threatens the rare shrub Corema album in NW Spain

Abstract Afforestation is a widespread driver of land-use change and biodiversity loss, particularly in open habitats such as sand dune systems. Coastal dunes are among the most vulnerable ecosystems, facing multiple pressures including afforestation. Rare specialist species inha...

Resource translocation facilitates restoration of saline-alkali degraded grasslands by altering resource acquisition of dominant species

Clonal functional traits such as physiological integration (resource translocation between connected individuals) can promote the performance of clonal plants and modify their environments. Such performance promotion of dominant clonal plants may help restore degraded communities...

Direct loading of cylindrical WST specimens for Mode I rock fracture energy evaluation: a proof-of-concept study

This study presents a proof-of-concept assessment of an alternative loading configuration for evaluating Mode I rock fracture energy using cylindrical Wedge Splitting Test (WST) specimens subjected to direct tensile opening at the specimen groove. The system uses a simple shear-t...

Optimizing Dye Removal from Water by Coupling Mg–Al Layered Double Hydroxide Adsorption with UV/H2O2 Oxidation

Abstract Textile dye removal remains challenging because conventional wastewater treatment plants are not specifically designed to eliminate persistent colorants. In this study, calcined Mg–Al layered double hydroxide (LDH) adsorption, UV irradiation, and H₂O₂ oxidation were eval...

Integrating ecology and economics: European honey buzzards as ecosystem service providers against yellow-legged hornets

The economic valuation of ecosystem services is an essential tool for integrating environmental considerations into decision-making processes. However, the valuation is challenging as many of these services lack formal market values. This study evaluates the role of the European...

Beta Atlas: Charting Global Production of Nonconventional β − -Emitters for Targeted Radiopharmaceutical Therapy—Part 1

β-minus particle (β−)–emitting radionuclides have long been central to targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy. Interest in expanding their repertoire beyond conventional options has grown over time, as the need for radionuclides with different emission profiles and theranostic pote...

Frailty in Older Adults: Pathogenesis, Treatment and Prevention

Abstract Purpose of Review Frailty is a geriatric syndrome of loss of reserves, characterized by multisystem dysregulations, limited capacity to maintain homeostasis, and increased vulnerability. This review is focused on the current knowledge on the main pathogenic mechanisms le...

K Nearest neighbor join algorithms for spatial data using compact and plain data structures in main memory

Abstract The K Nearest Neighbors Query ( K NNQ) is a fundamental distance-based query with applications in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and many other domains. The K Nearest Neighbors Join Query ( K NNJQ) combines K NNQ with the join operation to find the K nearest neighb...

UrbanFormAnalyzer: an open-source workflow to derive orientation-specific building envelope attributes from cadastral data

Detailed building-envelope information is essential for robust urban-scale energy performance analyses. However, national energy certificate databases in Spain and other countries often lack key attributes such as orientation-specific external perimeter measurements and glazing r...

Fatigue behavior of Joule-cured and oven-cured carbon/epoxy laminates: a generalized additive model analysis

Abstract Joule (resistive) heating is a promising alternative to conventional oven curing for carbon/epoxy composites because it provides fiber interior heating and can reduce cycle time and energy consumption. From a fatigue perspective, however, the influence of the curing rout...

Comparative Probabilistic Risk Assessment of Alternative Marine Fuels in Traffic Separation Schemes Using Monte Carlo Simulation

The transition towards low-carbon shipping has accelerated the adoption of alternative marine fuels such as ammonia, hydrogen, methanol and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Although these fuels reduce greenhouse gas emissions, they introduce new operational hazards related to toxicit...

Incidence, Causes, and Outcomes of Conversion to Open Surgery During Minimally Invasive Left Pancreatectomy: A Prospective Multicenter Study

ABSTRACT Background Minimally invasive left pancreatectomy (MILP) has become the preferred approach to treat lesions of the pancreatic body and tail. However, the procedure may require conversion to open surgery, with reported conversion rates varying widely in the literature. Th...

Women's Perceptions of Sexual Function During the Postpartum Period: Systematic Review of Qualitative Evidence

INTRODUCTION: Sexuality is a multifaceted aspect of life influenced by several dimensions, including biology, psychology, socioeconomics, and spirituality. Postpartum sexual health remains an understudied and relevant area for women. This systematic review of qualitative studies...

Screen Use, Child Development and Family Involvement in Children Aged 2–7 Years: A Systematic Review

INTRODUCTION: This study aimed to explore the effects of screen time on the development of children and the mediating role of families, following the PRISMA method. METHODS: Searches were conducted in Web of Science, Scopus and ERIC databases between 2020 and 2025. Eighteen artic...

Basic Psychological Needs, Motivation, and Physical Self-Concept Among Preadolescents in Extracurricular Sports

This study examines the extent to which participation in extracurricular sport activities (ESA) satisfies basic psychological needs (BPN) and the type of motivation generated in pre-adolescents (aged 9–12). A quantitative, cross-sectional and correlational study was conducted wit...

Exercise Training Characteristics and Psycho-Bio-Chemical Outcomes in Individuals with Addictive Behaviours: A Scoping Review

Addictive behaviours are associated with substantial neurobiological, psychological, and behavioural impairments. Exercise training has emerged as a potential complementary strategy in addiction treatment; however, the characteristics of exercise interventions and their associate...