Academic Articles & Research Papers

Assessment of Urban Resiliency Concerning Disaster Risk: A Review on Multi- Dimensional Approaches

The identification and customization of IUCN and CIFOR criteria and indicators for the sustainable management of national parks

Criteria and indicators for national park assessment are tools for supervising the stability of national parks, which yet should be include high environmental, economic and social standards. The purpose of this study is to identify and cust...

Behavior of Salmonella Typhimurium on Fresh Strawberries Under Different Storage Temperatures and Wash Treatments

Fresh strawberries are one of the most popular fruits in China and are vulnerable to microbial contamination. In this study, the behavior of Salmonella Typhimurium on fresh strawberries stored at refrigeration and room temperatures, as well...

Application of biologically active substances in agriculture preparations

High-quality, naturally protected seeds prior to sowing, along with growth activation of seedlings, represent a promising approach to stabilising crop yield and quality. Enhancing plant resistance to dynamic environmental stresses, includin...

Decoding cross-cultural textbook networks: structural patterns, formation mechanisms, and predictive insights using a topology–cognition framework

Abstract Conventional textbook analysis often faces fragmented frameworks, obscuring the relationship between content structure and cognitive development. To address this gap, we propose an integrative computational modeling framework that ...

The Role of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography CT Extremity Arthrography in the Preoperative Assessment of Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent disease and the leading cause of pain, disability, and quality of life deterioration. Our study sought to evaluate the image quality and dose of cone-beam computed tomography arthrography (CBCT-A) and comp...

Evaluation of Indicators for the Realization of the Development of Public-Oriented Urban Transportation (Study Case: District 11 of Tehran)

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) represents a significant facet of sustainable urban planning aimed at addressing urban traffic challenges through the strategic expansion of public transportation systems. District 11 within the municipali...

Patient perception of pain care in hospitals in the United States

Anita Gupta1, Sarah Daigle2, Jeffrey Mojica3, Robert W Hurley41Pain Management Division, Department of Anesthesiology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA; 2Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, 3D...

Antioxidant, Wound Healing Potential and In Silico Assessment of Naringin, Eicosane and Octacosane

1. Diabetic chronic wounds, mainly foot ulcers, constitute one of the most common complications of poorly managed diabetes mellitus. The most typical reasons are insufficient glycemic management, latent neuropathy, peripheral vascular disea...

Resting-state EEG measures cognitive impairment in Parkinson’s disease

Abstract Cognitive dysfunction is common in Parkinson’s disease (PD). We developed and evaluated an EEG-based biomarker to index cognitive functions in PD from a few minutes of resting-state EEG. We hypothesized that synchronous changes in ...

Objective Assessment of Maritime VHF Communication Competence Using a Real-Time Simulation Framework

VHF radiotelephony remains a fundamental component of maritime safety and is mandated by the STCW Convention as an essential operational competency for seaferer. However, existing studies largely focus on basic button-level interaction and ...

Developing the level of adoption survey to inform collaborative discussion regarding educational innovation

Learning organizations rely on collaborative information and understanding to support and sustain professional growth and development. A collaborative self-assessment instrument can provide clear articulation and characterization of the lev...

A Systematic Review of Self-directed Learning in Medical Education in Undergraduate Medical Students

Self-directed learning (SDL), which emphasizes the need for students to take ownership of their learning, has become a crucial part of medical education. With the increasing complexity of health care, SDL is seen as a crucial skill for fost...

Health-related quality of life and associated factors among patients with stroke at tertiary level hospitals in Ethiopia.

IntroductionEvidence on a patient-centered assessment of outcome among patients with stroke is limited in Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the level of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and associated factors in Ethiopia...

Augmented Reality Intersecting Digital Content into Real-Life Environments: A Case of A Rurally Located Institution of Higher Learning, Eastern Cape Province

This paper explored the incorporation of Augmented Reality (AR) within the educational framework in a rurally located university in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The study investigated how digital content within real-lived expe...

Reducing Health Anxiety in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease Using Video Testimonials: Pilot Assessment of a Video Intervention

BackgroundHealth anxiety has many damaging effects on patients with chronic illness. Physicians are often unable to alleviate concerns related to living with a disease that has an impact on daily life, and unregulated websites can overrepre...

Psychometric properties of the Persian version of bedside teaching (BST) Instrument

Introduction: Bedside teaching plays a crucial role in acquiring essential clinical skills. Therefore, the main aim of this study is assessing the validity and reliability of the Persian version of German bedside teaching (BST) instrument. ...

Quantifying the effect of sea level rise and flood defence – a point process perspective on coastal flood damage

In contrast to recent advances in projecting sea levels, estimations about the economic impact of sea level rise are vague. Nonetheless, they are of great importance for policy making with regard to adaptation and greenhouse-gas mitigation....

Plasma Exchange for ANCA-Associated Vasculitis: An International Survey of Patient PreferencesPlain Language Summary

Rationale & Objective: We sought to elicit patient preferences regarding the use of plasma exchange in antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis (AAV) and its tradeoffs of risk of kidney failure and risk of serious infec...

Epidemiology of Drowning Incidents among Children at Sultan Qaboos University Hospital Oman

Objectives: We sought to study the epidemiology of drowning among children reported at Sultan Qaboos University Hospital in Oman. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study of the patients who presented to the emergency department with a h...