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Lactococcus Lactis Subsp. Lactis CAB701 Reduces Body fat mass in Adults with Overweight or Obesity: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

Abstract Probiotic-based strategies have gained increasing attention as potential interventions for obesity and metabolic disorders. Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis CAB701 (CAB701), a cabbage-derived probiotic strain, has demonstrated anti-adipogenic activity in preclinical stud...

Automation and labor market dynamics in Bangladesh evidence from an ARDL model

Abstract Achieving sustainable and inclusive labour market outcomes amid rapid technological change has become an important challenge for developing economies. Against this backdrop, this study examines the relationship between automation-related technological innovation and unem...

Plasma FGF23 and cardiovascular mortality in relation to kidney function among adults with established cardiovascular disease

Fibroblast growth factor-23 (FGF23) has been linked to adverse cardiovascular phenotypes, yet its prognostic relevance among individuals with prevalent cardiovascular disease and the potential modifying role of kidney function remain unclear. We analyzed 9,119 UK Biobank particip...

Oil Sorption and Oil–Water Separation Using 3D Printed Sorbents Manufactured with Fused Filament Fabrication

Fiber-based sorbents are widely used and researched for oil spill treatment. The sorption capacity of natural and synthetic fibers ranges from poor to exceptional; however, the preparation of such fiber-based sorbents requires specialized equipment, and the reusability is still u...

Selective separation of Ag(I)/Pd(II) using mesoporous Mn 3 O 4 for 111 Ag production

Abstract Mesoporous Mn 3 O 4 was developed as an efficient single-step sorbent for the selective separation of Ag + from Pd 2+ , enabling a practical approach for the production of carrier-free 111 Ag. The material was synthesized via a CTAB-assisted co-precipitation method and c...

Primary Health Care Strengthening and Universal Health Coverage in South Asia and Beyond: Status and Challenges

During the last three decades, health systems globally have faced rising inequities in access to health services and a rise in the cost of care. The neoliberal health sector reforms of the 1980s and 1990s commercialised public systems and enlarged spaces for the market. Low- and...

Mixture of Mesh Experts With Random Walk Transformer Gating

Abstract In recent years, various methods have been proposed for mesh analysis, each offering distinct advantages and often excelling on different object classes. We present a novel Mixture of Experts (MoE) framework designed to harness the complementary strengths of these divers...

Soft Skills in the Training of Future Dentists: Perceptions and Perspectives of Final-Year Students

The practice of contemporary dentistry requires not only technical skills but also the development of soft skills, such as communication, empathy, and ethical and professional values. Although the importance of these skills is increasingly recognized, the perceptions of dental st...

The Genetic Basis of ZmBGLU17 in Modulating Maize Resistance to the Fall Armyworm Spodoptera Frugiperda

Maize, as a globally important food crop, is threatened by pests including the fall armyworm (FAW, Spodoptera frugiperda) throughout its production. Current management strategies are largely limited to conventional chemical insecticides and transgenic maize varieties. However, th...

Spatial and Epistemic Agency When Engaging with Math Walks at a STEM Residential Camp

Math walks, where participants explore physical spaces and make connections to mathematics, have been implemented in a wide variety of ways in different learning settings. Math walks connect place-based learning, the development of interest in STEM fields, and opportunities for s...

Performance enhancement of optical communication systems through FBG dispersion compensation

Abstract The need for high capacity optical networks has led to the stronger drive for efficient techniques to counteract the impairments of the optical transmission medium in Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) systems. Some of main factors that set the limit of transm...

Acute Caffeine Administered in Chewing Gum May Improve Functional Firefighting Balance After Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid Supplementation: A Double-Blind Crossover Trial

Background: This study investigated whether caffeinated chewing gum enhances sympathetic activity and improves functional firefighting balance performance after gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) supplementation. Methods: Fourteen active-duty elite firefighters (age: 36 ± 5 years; he...

Authentication status and AI triage concordance among care seekers in a US health system

Online AI triage tools (symptom checkers) are widely deployed at the digital front door of US health systems, but little is known about how users’ pre-stated care intent aligns with the AI recommendation or how that alignment shapes downstream engagement. We conducted a prospecti...

CT sinus imaging utilization in Norway: trends over time and variation by region, age, and sex

Abstract Background Computed tomography (CT) of the sinuses is a standard component of radiological diagnostics. CT of the sinuses are often regarded as low-value care owing to their minimal impact on disease management. The aim of this study is to describe geographical and tempo...

Bio-Inspired Perception–Memory Coupling for Robust LiDAR–Inertial Odometry in Dynamic Environments

Bionic intelligent robots operating in unstructured dynamic environments require perception systems that regulate uncertain observations according to their reliability and avoid converting transient disturbances into persistent spatial references. Inspired by reliability-weighted...

A Novel Multimodal Approach in AAU Resistant to Conventional Therapies and Tofacitinib: A Case Report

Introduction: Alopecia areata universalis (AAU) is a long-lasting, chronic, recurrent immune-mediated disease characterised by non-scarring hair loss of the scalp and other hair-bearing body areas. Even when treated with various treatments such as oral and topical steroids, anthr...

Investigation on Ti0.94Zr0.08Cr1.0Mn0.6−xFe0.4+x (x = 0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4) Alloys for 25 MPa Hydrogen Compression Materials

For hydrogen refueling stations, metal hydride compressors offer a safe and efficient alternative to mechanical systems. This work systematically investigates Ti0.94Zr0.08Cr1.0Mn0.6−xFe0.4+x (x = 0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4) alloys for primary hydrogen compression targeting 25 MPa. All...

The Effects of Partnership‐Based Cause‐Related Marketing Program on Consumers' Perceived Authenticity, Meaningfulness, and Supporting Behaviors: Moderating Roles of Perceived Pain and Calling

ABSTRACT The effectiveness of cause‐related marketing (CRM) depends on how CRM initiatives are designed and communicated to consumers. To advance theoretical understanding of effective CRM practice, drawing on the attribution theory and martyrdom effect, the current study examine...

Veterans' Urgent Care Use and Subsequent Utilization in the Community

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the impact of Veterans' urgent care use in non-Veterans Health Administration (VHA) clinics on their later use of specialty and emergency care. STUDY SETTING AND DESIGN: A retrospective cohort study analyzing urgent care, specialty care, and emergency depar...

Patient Shielding in Computed Tomography: Analysis of Influencing Factors and a Conceptual Framework for Decision-Making

Background: Although lead shielding during computed tomography (CT) examinations has served as routine clinical practice, its actual efficacy and execution remain controversial, showing noticeable divergences across national policies and international clinical guidelines. This di...