Chernobyl nuclear catastrophe: lessons for sustainability and UNSDGs in health, energy, and environmental recovery.

This study provides a comprehensive review of the research surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear incident, focusing on its far-reaching impacts on human health, and environmental contamination. Based on the Scopus database, 258 relevant papers were identified using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. These papers were metal-analyzed and quantitatively analyzed using a similarity map generated through VOSViewer in order to visualize key themes and their interconnections.

Changes in shooting accuracy among basketball players under fatigue: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To investigate the influence of physical and mental fatigue of different intensities (mild, moderate or severe) on basketball shooting accuracy, with the aim of informing more effective training protocols and competition strategies.

Methods: Literature searches were conducted on Web of Science, PubMed, and EBSCO databases up to 25 June 2024. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were specified, and data extraction sheets were prepared.

Improved genetic screening with zygosity detection through multiplex high-resolution melting curve analysis and biochemical characterisation for G6PD deficiency.

Accurate diagnosis of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is crucial for relapse malaria treatment using 8-aminoquinolines (primaquine and tafenoquine), which can trigger haemolytic anaemia in G6PD-deficient individuals. This is particularly important in regions where the prevalence of G6PD deficiency exceeds 3%-5%, including Southeast Asia and Thailand. While quantitative phenotypic tests can identify women with intermediate activity who may be at risk, they cannot unambiguously identify heterozygous females who require appropriate counselling.

Research Review: Help-seeking intentions, behaviors, and barriers in college students - a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: The prevalence of mental health problems among college students has increased over the past decade. Even when mental health services are available, many students still struggle to access these services. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to identify the rates at which students actively seek or consider using formal help and to determine the main reasons for not seeking help.

Translation and Validation of the Chinese Version of the Rapid Geriatric Assessment (C-RGA): A Screening Tool for Geriatric Syndromes in Nursing Home Residents.

: Frailty, sarcopenia, nutritional risk, and cognitive impairment are prevalent geriatric syndromes that adversely affect health outcomes in older adults, underscoring the need for an effective screen tool to enable early detection and timely intervention. : This study employed a cross-sectional validation design and translated, culturally adapted, and validated the Chinese version of the Rapid Geriatric Assessment (C-RGA) among 416 nursing home residents. The C-RGA consists of four subscales: the simple frail questionnaire screening tool (FRAIL), SARC-F for sarcopenia (SARC-F), the Simplified Nutritional Assessment Questionnaire (SNAQ), and the Rapid Cognitive Screen (RCS).

Dynamics Changes in Physicochemical Properties, Antioxidant Activity, and Non-Volatile Metabolites During Bulang Pickled Tea Fermentation.

The present study investigated the dynamics changes in physicochemical properties and non-volatile metabolites during Bulang pickled tea fermentation. A combination of artificial sensory evaluation, chemical-physical analysis, ultra performance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole/time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-QTOF-MS), and multivariate statistical analysis were employed to examine the differences among four fermentation stages of Bulang pickled tea. The bitterness, astringency, sweetness after taste, sourness and fermentation taste tended to increase with fermentation.

The Modulatory Role of Bioactive Compounds in Functional Foods on Inflammation and Metabolic Pathways in Chronic Diseases.

Chronic diseases are major contributors to global morbidity and mortality. More than 70% of deaths worldwide are caused by chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. These diseases are characterised by chronic low-grade inflammation and metabolic dysregulation.

Overview of Glycometabolism of Lactic Acid Bacteria During Freeze-Drying: Changes, Influencing Factors, and Application Strategies.

Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) play a vital role in food fermentation and probiotics microeconomics. Freeze-drying (FD) is a commonly used method for preserving LAB powder to extend its shelf life. However, FD induces thermal, osmotic, and mechanical stresses that can impact the glycometabolism of LAB, which is the process of converting carbohydrates into energy.

Kenaf Fiber-Reinforced Biocomposites for Marine Applications: A Review.

Fiber-reinforced composites are widely utilized across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and marine, due to their outstanding mechanical properties and lightweight characteristics. Natural fibers, as promising reinforcements, have the potential to replace synthetic fibers in certain areas to meet the growing demand for environmental protection and sustainability. These biocomposites offer numerous benefits, including reduced carbon footprints, diminished reliance on non-renewable resources, and increased natural biodegradability.

Effect of Hard-Segment Structure on the Properties of Polyurethane/Poly(Ethyl Methacrylate) Damping Composites.

Damping material performance influences the efficacy of vibration and noise reduction. However, traditional damping materials often have low damping peaks or narrow damping temperature ranges. In this study, a series of polyurethane (PU)/poly(ethylene methacrylate) (PEMA) composites were synthesised, in which the PU hard segments were varied using toluene diisocyanate (TDI), diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI), isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI), and hexamethylene diisocyanate.

Diamine-Crosslinked and Blended Polyimide Membranes: An Emerging Strategy in Enhancing H/CO Separation.

The increasing demand for high-purity hydrogen (H) as renewable energy sources is driving advancements in membrane technology, which is essential for achieving efficient gas separation. Polyimide (PI) membranes have become an emerging option for H/CO separation due to its excellent thermal stability and stability under harsh conditions. However, the neat PI membrane suffers performance loss due to CO plasticization effect and an encountered trade-off limit between permeability and selectivity.

Short-Term Low-Temperature Storage and Cryopreservation of Qihe Crucian Carp () Sperm.

Qihe crucian carp is one of the major economic aquacultural fish species in China. Due to environmental degradation and the impact of the reproduction mode of gynogenesis, the wild population of Qihe crucian carp exhibits an extremely low proportion of males. Therefore, it is imperative to develop the sperm preservation technology for Qihe crucian carp.

Learning Architecture for Brain Tumor Classification Based on Deep Convolutional Neural Network: Classic and ResNet50.

Accurate classification of brain tumors in medical images is vital for effective diagnosis and treatment planning, which improves the patient's survival rate. In this paper, we investigate the application of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) as a powerful tool for enhancing diagnostic accuracy using a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) dataset. This study investigates the application of CNNs for brain tumor classification using a dataset of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) with a resolution of 200 × 200 × 1.

Revolutionizing immunization: a comprehensive review of mRNA vaccine technology and applications.

Messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines have emerged as a transformative platform in modern vaccinology. mRNA vaccine is a powerful alternative to traditional vaccines due to their high potency, safety, and efficacy, coupled with the ability for rapid clinical development, scalability and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing. Initially conceptualized in the 1970s, the first study about the effectiveness of a mRNA vaccine against influenza was conducted in 1993.

Translation, validity and reliability of the Malay version of the adult carer quality of life questionnaire (AC-QOL) in informal caregivers of stroke survivors in Kelantan, Malaysia.

Background: The caregiving role for stroke survivors profoundly impacts one's quality of life, presenting distinct challenges and rewards. The Adult Carer Quality of Life Questionnaire (AC-QoL) methodically evaluates caregivers' well-being across diverse dimensions. This study aims to translate, culturally adapt and validate the Malay version of AC-QoL.

Cross-limb transfer during isometric plantar flexion familiarization.

This study examined the number of contractions required for an isometric plantar flexion familiarization. Twenty-six males were separated into two independent Groups: Group A: where five contractions were initiated on the dominant limb (right) followed by the contralateral limb; and Group B, initiated by the non-dominant limb (left) followed by the dominant limb. Participants carried out a 5-s maximum voluntary contraction (MVC), with an interpolated twitch administered to the tibial nerve.

Investigating the increase in the specialized performance of athletes using artificial neural network (ANN) exercises.

Badminton, a dynamic and fast-paced racket sport, demands a unique combination of physical, technical, and cognitive abilities from its players. This study investigates the impact of a tailored core strength training program on the specialized performance of elite badminton athletes, with the aim of unlocking their full potential and improving overall well-being. The research involved a cohort of national-level badminton players who underwent a 12-week core strength training intervention.

Characterization of rock aggregate properties for pavement construction in various locations in Sarawak.

Aggregate quality is critical to long-term pavement performance and increased maintenance costs. Choosing the right aggregates is essential to sustainable roads. For areas like Sarawak, Malaysia, knowledge of the characteristics of the locally available aggregate is an essential for optimizing their use in construction projects.

Impact of plasticiser exposure on oyster Crassostrea (Magallana) saidii: assessing oxidative stress and biomarker responses.

Plasticisers are prevalent chemical contaminants that leach from plastics into aquatic ecosystems, posing potential risks to marine life. This study investigated the effects of alternative plasticisers [epoxidised methyl oleate (EMO), di-(2-ethylhexyl) adipate (DEHA), and diisononyl phthalate (DINP)] at 100 µg/L in oysters Crassostrea (Magallana) saidii over 21 days under controlled laboratory conditions. This study focused on changes in body weight, antioxidant enzyme activities such as superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT), non-enzymatic antioxidant reduced glutathione (GSH), lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde (MDA) levels) after plasticisers exposure for 7, 14 and 21 days.

The impact of artificial intelligence-driven ESG performance on sustainable development of central state-owned enterprises listed companies.

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) technology has rapidly advanced and found widespread application in corporate management. Leveraging AI to enhance Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance and promote sustainable development has become a focal point for both academia and industry. This study aims to explore the impact of AI-driven ESG practices on the sustainable development performance of central state-owned enterprises in China.

Osteopontin as a prognostic biomarker in head and neck cancer- a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Osteopontin (OPN) is linked to cancer progression, metastasis, and treatment resistance in head and neck cancer (HNC). This meta-analysis evaluated OPN as a prognostic biomarker in HNC.

Method: A comprehensive search was conducted for studies published up to December 2023, including English papers on HNC analyzing OPN expression.

Disease detection on exterior surfaces of buildings using deep learning in China.

Urban infrastructure, particularly in ageing cities, faces significant challenges in maintaining building aesthetics and structural integrity. Traditional methods for detecting diseases on building exteriors, such as manual inspections, are often inefficient, costly, and prone to errors, leading to incomplete assessments and delayed maintenance actions. This study explores the application of advanced deep learning techniques to accurately detect diseases on the exterior surfaces of buildings in urban environments, aiming to enhance detection efficiency and accuracy while providing a real-time monitoring solution that can be widely implemented in infrastructure health management.

Poly(vinyl alcohol)/Polycaprolactone Nanofiber Enriched with Lichenysin against Multidrug-Resistance Bacterial Infection in Wound Healing: In Vitro Studies and In Vivo Evaluation in Wistar Rats.

Multidrug resistance (MDR) infectious wounds are a major concern due to drug resistance, leading to increased patient morbidity. Lichenysin (LCN), a lipopeptide and biosurfactant obtained from certain strains of , has demonstrated an excellent antimicrobial property. The present study focuses on the fabrication and comprehensive evaluation of LCN-incorporated poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA)/polycaprolactone (PCL)-based nanofiber scaffolds using an electrospinning technique as a potential wound healing biomaterial for the treatment of MDR infectious wounds in diabetic rats.