Research works

Evaluation of joint quality and shear performance of high-frequency induction-heating riveting

This study evaluates the joint quality and shear performance of riveted joints fabricated using induction heating (IH) through experiments and simulations. Riveting specimens fabricated using three IH processes (IHA, IHB, and IHC) were compared with coke-heating (CH) specimens. T...

Whole health and chiropractic: a commentary on historical roots, contemporary relevance, and future directions

Abstract Background This commentary describes perspectives from workshop attendees at a North American educational conference on the chiropractic profession and its relationship with whole health. Whole Health is a paradigm shift within healthcare settings and funding agencies in...

Valorization of Postharvest Mandarin Residues in the Production of Pectins and Distillates with Antioxidant Capacity

Non-marketable postharvest residue from Satsuma Owari mandarins (Citrus unshiu)—discarded due to having a puffy peel (MC) or being damaged (MD)—was evaluated against a commercial mature reference (MM) using an integrated cascade biorefinery. Along the liquid pathway, must ferment...

Smart digital marketing for sustainable ecotourism: an integrated process optimization and fuzzy logic framework for adaptive decision-making

Abstract This study addresses the challenge of achieving sustainable marketing performance in fragile ecotourism destinations, where marketing activities must balance competitiveness with environmental preservation. A hybrid Smart Digital Marketing (SDM) framework that integrates...

Cullin 3 ubiquitin ligase regulates redox defense and metabolic programs in proximal tubule cells

Abstract Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is characterized by proximal tubule (PT) stress, oxidative injury, and metabolic dysfunction. Human kidney single-nucleus RNA-sequencing (snRNA-seq) identified enrichment of ubiquitin-dependent protein catabolic processes in injure...

Numerous Overlapping Programs Add Complexity, Unpredictability to Rural Hospital Finances

Abstract Introduction Rural hospitals face unique financial challenges, prompting Congressional action including multiple Medicare-specific payment programs. Medicare’s programs to enhance rural hospital payment include: Critical Access, Sole Community, Medicare-Dependent, and Lo...

Clinical evaluation of fixed prosthetic restorations requiring replacement and associated patient- and restoration-related factors: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Fixed prosthetic restorations may deteriorate through biological, mechanical, and patient-related factors. This study described the clinical condition of fixed prosthetic restorations presenting for replacement, and examined the patient-, restoration-, and cli...

Understanding the Lived Experience of Forgiveness Among Pilgrims ( Kalpwasis ) at Maha Kumbh

The Maha Kumbh Mela, a mega-religious fair, offers a novel perspective to analyse the relationship between ritual behaviour and the psychology of transcendence. While many sociological interpretations exist regarding the meaning of these religious gatherings, little is known abou...

First draft genome sequence of the emerging sexually transmitted dermatophyte Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII

Abstract Trichophyton mentagrophytes ITS-genotype VII (TMVII) is a globally emerging sexually transmitted dermatophyte causing severe skin infections characterised by painful, pustular lesions on the face, public area, genitalia, and trunk. To inform the prevention efforts, we pr...

Redefining atrial fibrillation treatment success: patient-defined goals for arrhythmia burden and health-related quality of life

Background: Despite the use of atrial fibrillation (AF) cutoff of 30s as the standard for success in most AF clinical trials, patients consider an AF Severity Scale (AFSS) of ≤ 5 or AF duration ≤ 1 hour as treatment success. Prevalence and factors associated with these patient-de...

Commodity Price Forecasting and Risk Dynamics Across Major Commodity Sectors: Evidence from Linear and Tree-Based Machine Learning Models

This paper intends to predict the prices of commodities in metals, energy, agriculture, and other industrial products sectors. This study covers a large span of about ten and a half years with 3484 daily observations starting from 7 April 2016 to 7 April 2026. The commodities tak...

Predictive analysis of construction accident outcomes using explainable artificial intelligence and evidence fusion techniques

Purpose Effective construction safety management relies on interpretable information to guide practitioner interventions. However, most current predictive models are “black boxes” that provide limited insight into the complex, multifactor causal mechanisms of accidents. Therefore...

Queer Hmong American Genealogies: Belonging, Responsibility, and Cultural Continuity in the Diaspora

This article examines queer Hmong identity and cultural change in the United States over the past fifty years, a period shaped by refugee resettlement, intergenerational negotiation, and evolving family practice. Drawing on semi-structured interviews with ten queer Hmong individu...

Distinguishing Benign from Malignant Small Enhancing Breast Lesions Using Radiomics

Background/Objectives: Small enhancing lesions (often termed foci if lesion ≤ 5 mm) observed on breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) pose a persistent challenge. Their clinical relevance and the most effective management strategy remain unclear, often leading to unnecessary bi...

Spiderweb‐Inspired Conformable Stretchable Electronic Skin for Tactile Force and Softness Perception

ABSTRACT Electronic skin (e‐skin) that can conformably cover deformable surfaces is essential for robotic perception and wearable human–machine interfaces. However, simultaneously achieving high spatial resolution, multimodal sensing, and mechanical stretchability remains challen...

Differential SORCS2 Expression Associated with Aggressive Behavior in Laying Hens

Aggressive behavior is a major welfare and production challenge in cage-free laying hen systems, but the genetic mechanisms behind trait variation are poorly understood. This study investigated the role of a previously identified aggression-associated SORCS2 polymorphism and eval...

Evaluation of the anti-carcinogenic effect of tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) on SK-BR-3 breast cancer cells

Breast cancer cells that overexpress HER2 are related to poorer survival outcomes compared to HER2-negative tumors and are recognized for their higher aggressiveness. The study aimed to evaluate the possible effects of Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree oil, TTO), a plant known for...

Cardinal Lessons in Cardiac Amyloidosis: Diagnostic Pitfalls Across Three Cases: A Case Report

Abstract Background Cardiac amyloidosis (CA) is an infiltrative cardiomyopathy caused by extracellular deposition of misfolded amyloid fibrils within the myocardium, resulting in progressive ventricular wall thickening and heart failure. Transthyretin (ATTR) and immunoglobulin li...

Histone deacetylases in cancer metabolic reprogramming

Abstract Cancer cells undergo extensive metabolic reprogramming to sustain rapid proliferation and adapt to heterogeneous tumour microenvironments. These metabolic alterations are tightly linked to epigenetic regulation, which reshapes gene expression and cellular signalling mech...

Spurious Drifts in the ITCZ Location and Associated Atmospheric Circulation in Decadal Climate Predictions

Abstract Decadal predictions are affected by initialization shocks and drift, typically diagnosed in ocean circulation or temperature. It is not known, however, to what extent the drift can affect atmospheric dynamics. Here we investigate how the drift causes spatial shifts in th...