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Pine root exudate terpenoids associate with Mycobacterium sp. under summer drought in a mixed Mediterranean forest

Abstract Background Interactions between tree root exudates and rhizosphere bacteria are a key pathway influencing tree health in the forest. However, how this interaction occurs at the chemical level belowground in forest soil still remains unclear. We conducted a 2-year field e...

Hydrogen-assisted combustion of GQD–DEE-enhanced WCO biodiesel in a dual-fuel CI engine

Abstract The relatively low performance and elevated nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions associated with biodiesel-fueled compression ignition (CI) engines continue to limit their widespread application. To address these challenges, the present study investigates the combined influenc...

Building Climate-Resilient Mediterranean Olive Systems: Integrating Soil, Water, Carbon, Biodiversity, and Innovation for a Sustainable Future

Abstract Mediterranean olive systems face compound climatic, ecological, and socio-economic pressures. Drawing on the consensus of the International Conference on Sustainability in Olive Cultivation (ICSOC) 2025, we propose an integrated framework structured along three axes: fiv...

Understanding Care at Nasha Mukti Kendra in Jammu

Explore counselling, rehabilitation, and recovery guidance through Nasha Mukti Kendra in Jammu for individuals and families seeking reliable support information.

Knowing Sufficiency: Learning More from Daodejing

The Laozi's discussion of sufficiency (知足, zhi zu), invoked in lines such as "those who know sufficiency are rich" (Ch. 33), "knowing sufficiency avoids disgrace, knowing when to stop avoids peril" (Ch. 44), and "no fault is greater than the desire to acquire" (Ch. 46), is ofte...

The value of electronic tagging and tracking studies for understanding fish–hypoxia interactions

Abstract Objective Hypoxia (i.e., low dissolved oxygen availability) is a natural phenomenon but can also be induced by human activities (e.g., nutrient enrichment from runoff). Given that dissolved oxygen is essential for aquatic life, periods of hypoxia tend to have negative co...

Vitamin B deficiency and sarcopenia: an integrated narrative review of metabolic, inflammatory, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and myokine signaling pathways

Sarcopenia is an age-related skeletal muscle disorder characterized by progressive decline in muscle mass, strength, and physical performance, leading to frailty, disability, falls, and increased mortality. Although its pathogenesis is multifactorial, growing evidence indicates t...

Three-dimensional and artificial intelligence-assisted preoperative templating in total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Preoperative templating in total hip arthroplasty (THA) optimizes implant sizing and positioning accuracy. Standard practice relies on two-dimensional (2D) templating, while three-dimensional (3D) and AI-assisted planning are evolving alternatives. This study...

Importance of psychiatric evaluation and long-term outcomes of delirium in lung transplant recipients

OBJECTIVE: Lung transplantation (LT) is the only definitive treatment for end-stage lung diseases; however, patients often experience psychiatric problems that can affect post-transplant recovery. Although postoperative delirium frequently occurs, its risk factors and influence o...

Development of an artificial intelligence model for predicting cardiovascular disease in MASLD

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Conventional CVD risk scores often fail to reflect MASLD-specific factors. We aimed to develop and validate an artificial intelligence (AI) model for 10-year CVD risk...

Metabolic Stress Testing Reveals Persistent Lipid‐Handling Dysfunction in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Despite Exercise Training

ABSTRACT Aim Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction, yet baseline metabolomic studies show inconsistent findings. We investigated whether metabolic abnormalities in PCOS emerge under physiological stress and how these resp...

Variability in United States online rehabilitation protocols after open and endoscopic hip abductor repair

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate readily accessible U.S. based online physical therapy protocols for open and endoscopic hip abductor repairs and to assess the variability in post-operative rehabilitation protocols. METHODS: Online physical therapy protocols fro...

Accelerated carbonation of recycled concrete aggregates: Binding of CO2 and decalcification of calcium-silicate-hydrate

Recycled concrete aggregates (RCA) are a valuable resource for reuse as aggregates in concrete and asphalt. However, the porous mortar adhering to the original aggregates and microcracks both in the mortar and at the interfaces result in increased water absorption and reduced mec...

Addressing Sexually Transmitted Disease Management Through Practitioner Education on Florida Reporting Requirements in Manatee County: A Quality Improvement Initiative

Introduction: Successful public health interventions depend on accurate disease surveillance, which can be hindered by inconsistent reporting of confirmed cases of disease by practitioners. This quality improvement project aimed to develop an intervention that will lead to an inc...

Cosmic Catastrophe and Cosmic Coincidence

Physics holds two old riddles. The first is the cosmic catastrophe: when quantum field theory computes the energy of empty space (the vacuum), it finds a result roughly 10¹²² times larger than the observed value. The second is the cosmic coincidence: dark energy and dark matter a...

Phi-Entangled E8 Resonant Lattice — E8 Intelligence Research

By embedding the 132 Hz phi‑modulated field into the 240 E8 root vectors as a quasiperiodic lattice, each vector acquires a phase‑gradient tied to the Cartan torsion directions. This lattice forms a self‑correcting topological code where the phi‑coupled oscillations stabilize the...

Evaluation of Dual-Near-Infrared-Wavelength Photobiomodulation Therapy for the Treatment of Canine Otitis Externa: A Prospective Multicenter Pilot Study

This is the first prospective multicenter study investigating photobiomodulation (PBM) in canine OE. Inclusion criteria required an Otitis Index Score 3 (OTIS-3; scale 0–3) ≥1 for erythema and discharge and a Budach cytological score ≥1+ (scale 0–4+) for Malassezia spp. and/or ba...

Engineering a Pollinator System

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Beyond Publication: Clinical and Translational Research under Pressure

Clinical and translational research (CTR) aims to move scientific knowledge into practice and improve health outcomes. This function is increasingly challenged by declining confidence in institutions, fragmented information environments, and changing roles of researchers in socie...

Hospice Care in the Era of AI : Hospices' Views on Data‐Driven Tools to Support Live Discharge Decisions

BACKGROUND: Live discharge occurs for 20% of hospice enrollees, resulting in loss of support and disruptive care transitions, with higher risk for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). Little is understood about how data-driven clinical decision support...