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Recent advances in low-cobalt substrate-based cobalt blue composite pigments: Structural engineering, sustainable synthesis, and multifunctional applications

Cobalt blue (CoAl 2 O 4 ) is a spinel-structured inorganic pigment characterized by high chemical and thermal stability. However, its broader industrial application is constrained primarily by the high cost and supply volatility of cobalt and by the energy demand of conventional...

The Role of Comorbidities in Pyoderma Among Canine and Feline Diabetic Patients

ABSTRACT Background Pyoderma is considered a secondary complication of diabetes mellitus (DM), yet the relationship remains unclear. One study found 22% of diabetic dogs with dermatopathy had no other comorbidities while cats have not been evaluated. Objectives This study evaluat...

Ionic Liquid Mixtures in Task-Specific Applications: Linking Composition, Physicochemical Properties, and Performance

Ionic liquids (ILs) are often described as designer solvents. However, a single cation–anion pair rarely optimizes phase stability, transport properties, and task-specific functions simultaneously. Mixing introduces composition as a continuous design variable, which can suppress...

Proposal and validation of a transferable high-resolution monitoring framework with hotspot analysis for adaptive urban spatial planning in the Global South.

Adaptive spatial planning requires robust spatiotemporal monitoring of urban land use and land cover change, yet no consensus exists on appropriate spatial, temporal, and spectral resolutions for cities in the Global South. This study addresses this gap by developing and validati...

Speaking enjoyment, boredom, and anxiety in EFL learners: Predicting speaking achievement and validating a foreign language speaking boredom scale

Emotions in foreign language (FL) speaking have received less attention than cognitive factors, and most studies rely on general classroom measures. This study developed and validated a speaking-specific boredom scale (FLSBS) and examined the predictive associations of speaking-s...

Diagnostic value of fluorine-18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography in staging histological subtypes of invasive bladder cancer

Abstract This study assessed the diagnostic value of [ 18 F]FDG-PET/CT in staging histological subtypes (HSs) of invasive bladder cancer. In 112 patients with ≥ 75% HS-content, 87% of primary tumours were FDG-avid, 9% were non-assessable (due to high FDG-avid urine), and only 5%...

Chip price shocks and CO2 emissions in Brazil

Purpose We examined the impact of chip price shocks on fluctuations in Brazilian macroeconomic variables and carbon emissions (CO2). Design/methodology/approach Employing a global vector autoregressive model from January 1995 to December 2019, we constructed a representation of t...

Evidence for dromaeosaurid scavenging on Albertosaurus (Dinosauria: Tyrannosauridae)

Abstract Direct evidence of trophic interactions in the fossil record (e.g., feeding traces, stomach contents) are key to understanding predator–prey relationships between extinct species and reconstructing ancient ecosystems. Recently discovered associated cranial material of an...

Effects of Maternal Caffeine Exposure During Gestation on Neurobehavior, Glucose Metabolism and Circadian Rhythm in Offspring Rats

Caffeine intake can have numerous effects on neurological and cognitive impairments. However, its influences on offspring still need to be evaluated. This study aimed to investigate the effects of caffeine exposure during gestation on behavioral development, metabolic function, a...

ULF-Geomagnetic Response at Mid-Latitudes in Relation to the Space Weather Parameters Observed During the Extreme Geomagnetic Storm of May 2024

The study focuses on the regional inhomogeneities of the spatial and temporal structures of the ULF geomagnetic disturbances (10–600 s) recorded in four geomagnetic observatories (EBR-Spain, WIC-Austria, NCK-Hungary, and PAG-Bulgaria) located at mid-latitudes in the European sect...

Response to “Trial design, conflict of interest, and evidence independence in the JASMINE trial and its economic evaluations”

The JASMINE study was designed as a multicenter, randomized Phase III registration trial (jRCT2031210384) conducted under the Japanese Good Clinical Practice (GCP) framework to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an exclusive human milk diet (EHMD) in Japanese very low birth weig...

Influence of Tib2 Reinforcement and Tool Traverse Speed on the Structural and Thermal Behavior of Dissimilar Metals (AA7075–AA2024) of Friction Stir Welded Joints: an ABAQUS Study

Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a modern solid-state joining technique known for its energy efficiency, strong joints, and minimal environmental impact. This project focuses on joining two dissimilar high-strength aluminium alloys AA7075 and AA2024 using the simulation software AB...

Outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native Populations With Cancer in Traditional Medicare

Importance American Indian and Alaska Native patients represent a uniquely vulnerable population in the US. Epidemiological studies have shown significant health disparities within this group. Contemporary outcomes and utilization studies of cancer in this population could aid in...

Social Media Use and Health Literacy Among Patients with Multiple Sclerosis in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Health literacy (HL) plays a critical role in managing chronic conditions, as it empowers patients with MS to effectively access, understand, and apply health information to improve their well-being. With the rising prevalence of MS in Saudi Arabia, understanding the...

Assessing Deep Maturity of Compost: Relative Cotyledon Chlorophyll as a Complementary Indicator in Full-Scale Cow Manure Composting

Compost maturity is commonly assessed using the seed germination test, which mainly reflects below-ground radicle growth. However, composts that meet conventional maturity criteria may still inhibit above-ground seedling development. This study assessed the deep maturity of compo...

3D bioprinting in dermatological therapeutics: Technologies, applications, and clinical perspectives

With the emergence of 3D bioprinting, the biofabrication of artificial skin has become possible through the precise arrangement of cells that can imitate the complexities of the skin tissue structure and functions. The current paper reviews concepts on skin drug delivery, paying...

Implementation of a Multidisciplinary Non‐Pharmacological Program to Improve Urinary Incontinence in an Intermediate Care Hospital

ABSTRACT Introduction Urinary incontinence (UI) is a prevalent geriatric syndrome that significantly affects the physical, psychological, and social well‐being of older adults. Non‐pharmacological interventions are recommended as the first‐line approach, especially in frail older...

Sex‐Specific Digital Phenotyping of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: A Cross‐Sectional Study of 1586 Adults From 35 Centers in China

ABSTRACT Background and Purpose Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) represent a complex clinical syndrome with significant sexual dimorphism. Traditional “one‐size‐fits‐all” management often overlooks intra‐sex phenotypic heterogeneity. This study utilized unsupervised machine le...

Voices quiet, bodies still: embodied governance of refugee learners through social and emotional learning

This article examines social and emotional learning (SEL) in Education in Emergencies through critical embodiment theory. Drawing on interviews, ethnographic research, documentary materials, and six widely used EiE-SEL programmes, I trace recurring practices of bodily preparednes...

Novel device-based and catheter-directed therapies for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) presents a major clinical and therapeutic challenge owing to its complex pathophysiology and pronounced clinical heterogeneity. While traditional empirical strategies targeting comorbidities offered limited success, recent ad...