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Towards a sustainable astronomical data infrastructure: Optimising linking data from the Rucio datalake to the users areas within the SKA Regional Centres Network

<ns5:p>The distributed architecture of the SKA Regional Centre Network (SRCNet) aims to provide scientific communities worldwide with efficient computational and storage resources to exploit the massive data volumes produced by the SKA Observatory (SKAO). Given the amount of SKAO...

Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device Infection: Nationwide Trends in Extraction Utilization and In‐Hospital Outcomes

INTRODUCTION: Contemporary, real-world adherence to guideline-directed transvenous cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) extraction for patients with CIED infections in the US remains incompletely characterized. As such, we sought to evaluate national trends in CIED extrac...

Assessment of the Delayed Detached-Eddy Simulation Method for Predicting Off-Design Operating Conditions of an Axial Compressor

Abstract Reliable, highly accurate prediction of off-design operating conditions using numerical methods is essential for overcoming the challenges of achieving greener aviation. To assess their capabilities, the high-speed TU Darmstadt axial compressor stage is considered at nea...

Effects of Electronic Layout and Beam Design on High-Speed Dynamic Characteristics of FFF 3D Printers

High-speed Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) printers are prone to nozzle vibration caused by moving-part inertia, frame flexibility, and modal coupling during high-acceleration motion, which can reduce deposition-trajectory stability. This study evaluates the dynamic adaptability...

A Tautomeric Carbon Nitride Structure for Photocatalytic Overall Water Splitting

ABSTRACT Constructing type‐II heterojunctions is a prevalent strategy for enhancing the photocatalytic performance of polymeric carbon nitride (PCN). However, conventional PCN‐based type‐II heterojunctions are often limited by incoherent interfacial contacts, high charge‐transfer...

Anthropometric Analysis and Assessment of Patient Satisfaction Using Rhinoplasty Outcome Evaluation Questionnaire and NOSE Score in Patients Undergoing Rhinoplasty

Introduction: Anthropometry, derived from Greek origins, loosely translates to measuring the man. The quest for an ‘optimal nose’ that is not just functional but also aesthetically pleasing to the eye is as old as civilisation itself. Nasal analysis is the first and foremost step...

Training experience, perceived needs, and preferences for epidemiological investigation and risk assessment training among infection prevention and control practitioners in Shanghai

Infection prevention and control practitioners (IPCPs) play a crucial role in managing infectious diseases within hospitals. In this study, we aim to assess the training experience, perceived training needs, and training preferences of IPCPs in Shanghai regarding epidemiological...

The Quality of Polish Pediatric Healthcare—The First Study of Caregiver Reported Pediatric Oncology Patient Experiences

INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study was, with regard to the state of Poland's pediatric healthcare, to assess user experiences from the perspective of caregivers of pediatric patients and to provide a comprehensive picture of its quality. The research involved cooperating pediatr...

Deformation Detection and Structural Failure Mechanism of Large Mine Chutes: A Three-Chute Case Study at an Iron Mine

To examine the deformation behavior and failure mechanisms of large-scale mine chutes under complex service conditions, we performed multiple C-ALS three-dimensional laser scanning surveys on the 1#, 2# and 3# chutes at an iron mine in Anhui Province. The results showed that all...

Endoscopic pilonidal sinus treatment versus Limberg flap reconstruction for uncomplicated pilonidal sinus disease: a prospective comparative study

Optimal surgical management of sacrococcygeal pilonidal sinus disease is still controversial. Minimally invasive endoscopic pilonidal sinus treatment (EPSiT) has emerged as an alternative to established off-midline flap procedures such as the Limberg flap. Comparative prospective...

A Scoping Review of In-Vehicle VR Sickness Factors: A Multidisciplinary Perspective

Mitigating in-vehicle VR sickness is a critical challenge for the use of immersive content in autonomous vehicles. In this study, to solve in-vehicle VR sickness, the cause of motion sickness in each field is identified by conducting a scoping review in three fields (medicine, co...

Incidence of Secondary Skin Infections in Children Affected with Chickenpox: A Prospective Observational Study

BACKGROUND: Chickenpox (varicella) is a common childhood viral illness that is usually self-limiting; however, it may be complicated by secondary bacterial skin infections, particularly in pediatric populations. These secondary infections contribute significantly to morbidity, pr...

Understanding International Botanical Tourists’ Travel Motivations: The Role of Plant Diversity and Landscape Attributes in Turkey

Botanical tourism is a growing niche within nature-based travel, yet little is known about tourists who travel specifically to observe plants in their natural habitats. This study addresses this gap by examining the travel motivations of international botanical tourists visiting...

Effects of Dietary N-Carbamylglutamate Addition with Two Different Levels of Crude Protein (Low and High) on the Growth, Nitrogen Retention, Amino Acids in the Carcass, Blood Health, Gut Bacteria, and Meat Quality of Finishing Pigs

This experiment was performed to investigate the effect of two different CP levels, with or without NCG supplementation, on finishing pigs’ performance and meat quality. A total of 200 pigs ([Yorkshire × Landrace] × Duroc) with an initial average body weight (BW) of 50.06 ± 1.34...

Beyond the Device: A Digital Infrastructure Framework for Sustainable Point-of-Care Diagnostic Services in Low-Resource and Infrastructure-Constrained Settings

Point-of-care and near-patient diagnostics can shorten the time between testing and clinical or public-health action, but a technically effective test does not by itself create a sustainable diagnostic service. Evidence from diagnostic-access research, digitally connected point-o...

Crisis Resource Management and Non-Technical Skills Training in Anesthesia: A Narrative Review

Adverse medical events remain a serious concern worldwide; deficiencies in human factors contribute to a large proportion of medical incidents and preventable patient harm.In anesthesiology, where high-risk and complex clinical events are routine, non-technical skills (NTS)-inclu...

Thoracotomy versus thoracoscopy in repair of esophageal atresia, prospective comparative study

Abstract Background Pediatric esophageal atresia management has come a long way in recent years. Early diagnosis and better neonatal ICU and anesthesia have contributed to a steady decline in infant mortality. Aim of the study The present study aims to compare the outcome of thor...

Reconstructing women's entrepreneurial identity among rural small agrifood entrepreneurs: Agency, rural embeddedness, and stakeholder influence

This paper explores how women entrepreneurs in the Republic of Benin, West Africa, reshape their entrepreneurial identities through agency and interactions with supportive stakeholders. Drawing on fifteen semi-structured interviews with women running small agrifood businesses and...

Explainable Multi-Objective Quantum-Inspired Fuzzy Optimization of Rule Bases for Scalable Load Balancing in Multi-Factor Computing Environments

The rapid growth of cloud and distributed computing systems has increased the complexity of real-time request distribution under dynamic and multi-factor conditions. In such environments, load-balancing decisions must simultaneously consider uncertain and interdependent parameter...

38. Executive functioning task performance is related to amount of time spent participating in open vs closed skill sports

Abstract Purpose Involvement in physical activity has been related to improvements in executive functioning (EF) across the child and adolescent development range and a variety of sport and physical activities. This study examined whether type of sport (open, closed) had a differ...