Naomi Kalume^1,*, Shreya Papneja¹, Jamie L. Jackson², Richard Krasuski³, Anushree Agarwal⁴, Arwa Saidi⁵, David Harrison^6,7, Matthew Lewis⁸, Anita Mathews¹, Scott Leezer⁹, Ken Woodhouse¹⁰, Aliza Marlin¹⁰, Danielle M. Hile¹⁰, Ryan Joy O’Connor¹¹, Ruth Phillippi¹, Thomas Carton¹², Anitha S. John¹

Structural and Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.21, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/schd.2026.081700 - 11 June 2026

Abstract Background: Adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) experience lifelong medical and psychosocial challenges, yet research in this population is limited by incomplete longitudinal data and insufficient incorporation of patient perspectives. Although patient engagement is increasingly recognized as important, structured and sustainable engagement models in ACHD research remain limited. Objectives: The paper aims to describe the development and operational structure of the Congenital Heart Initiative (CHI) Engagement Network and to report outcomes from two annual patient-powered research meetings used to identify and refine ACHD research priorities. Methods: The CHI Engagement Network was established as a multi-stakeholder research infrastructure… More >

Debasish Bandyopadhyay^1,*, Romit Majumder^1,2,#, Madhuri Datta^1,2,#, Adrita Banerjee^1,2, Aindrila Chattopadhyay²

BIOCELL, Vol.50, No.6, 2026, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2026.075963 - 09 June 2026

Abstract Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are widely prescribed, but their long-term use frequently results in gastric mucosal injury. Emerging evidence indicates that, beyond cyclooxygenase inhibition, mitochondrial dysfunction represents a central mechanism driving NSAID-induced gastric epithelial damage. This review aims to critically synthesize current evidence on mitochondria-centered pathways involved in NSAID-induced gastric ulceration and to evaluate the therapeutic relevance of melatonin in this context. We highlight how NSAIDs impair mitochondrial bioenergetics, promote excessive reactive oxygen species generation, disrupt membrane potential, and activate apoptotic signaling, thereby compromising mucosal integrity. Importantly, melatonin exerts multifaceted gastroprotective actions by preserving mitochondrial More >

S. D. Al-Sahafi^*

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.23, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cl.2026.082364 - 02 June 2026

Abstract In this study, a lead-free double perovskite solar cell structure based on Cs₂BiAgI₆ was simulated and optimized to enhance photovoltaic performance. The device architecture follows the configuration: ITO/PCBM/C₆₀/Cs₂BiAgI₆/CdTe/Au. The thicknesses of the electron transport layer (ETL), absorber layer, and hole transport layer (HTL) are systematically optimized to evaluate their impact on key performance parameters. The results indicate that optimal performance is achieved with 600 nm thicknesses for all ETLs and HTL, and 2 μm for the Cs₂BiAgl₆ absorber. Under these conditions, the device exhibits a short-circuit current density of 23.23 mA/cm², an open-circuit voltage of 1.08 V, More >

Seham Hassan Salman¹, Sarmad Mahdi Ali¹, Hawraa Hadi^2,*, Dhufr Hadi³

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.23, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cl.2026.081302 - 02 June 2026

Abstract Films of (SnS) with a thickness of 400 nm were deposited by the thermal evaporation technique to investigate the influence of annealing temperature on their Physics and CO₂ gas-sensing characteristics. The deposited films were annealed at 200, 300, and 400°C. Structural characterization was performed using XRD, and the obtained results revealed that all samples possessed an orthorhombic crystal structure with a preferred orientation (301). The annealing treatment significantly improved the crystallinity of the films and reduced structural defects and lattice strain. Surface morphology investigations were performed using atomic force microscopy (AFM), which revealed noticeable modifications in… More >

Devanshi Sharma¹, Umesh Kumar^1,*, Uma Sharma², Isha Pandey¹

Journal on Internet of Things, Vol.8, pp. 155-180, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jiot.2026.080987 - 29 May 2026

Abstract This paper explores the rapidly evolving fields of Robotics and the Internet of Things (IoT), highlighting their key components, technological advancements, levels of autonomy, control systems, and their integration. Robotics contributes to modern industries by enhancing efficiency, precision, and automation. A comprehensive examination is conducted to highlight the convergence of IoT and robotics, particularly their applications in aerospace and other innovative domains, to develop a fundamental understanding of how these systems perform real-time input correction and autonomous decision-making. Additionally, the paper analyzes market trends from 2023 to 2024 and forecasts growth until 2034, emphasizing key More >

Darlington Chigozie Okeke^*

Journal of Cyber Security, Vol.8, pp. 281-317, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jcs.2026.079750 - 29 May 2026

Abstract Phishing has become the most common cybersecurity threat and increasingly exploits human factors rather than technical vulnerabilities. This study examined the relationships between cybersecurity awareness, training frequency, user cyber-hygiene behaviour, organisational culture, risk perception, and self-reported phishing vulnerability and the theoretical basis of this research is the Technology Threat Avoidance Theory (TTAT). A quantitative correlational design was used for data collection and analysis with Pearson correlation in structured questionnaires. The results indicated that the five independent variables have a significant positive relationship with phishing vulnerability. The increased awareness and regular training correlate with greater recognition… More >

Abdulaziz A. Masoud^1,2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2026.078593 - 28 May 2026

Abstract Background: Sedentary behavior (SB) has been linked to problematic smartphone use: however, whether different types of SB differentially relate to smartphone addiction risk remains unclear. This study aimed to examine the prevalence of smartphone addiction risk and the independent associations of mentally active and mentally passive SB—across total, weekday, and weekend estimates—with smartphone addiction scores among Saudi adults. Methods: This cross-sectional, web-based study recruited adults aged 18–65 years residing in Saudi Arabia through social media platforms. After excluding participants with missing anthropometric data, implausible body mass index (BMI) values, or total SB >24 h/day, 1037 participants… More >

Eungyeong Kim^*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2026.078353 - 28 May 2026

Abstract Background: Adolescents are highly exposed to digital food-related content, including mukbang videos, yet the psychological consequences of such exposure remain insufficiently understood. This study aimed to examine the association between mukbang viewing and anxiety among adolescents and to investigate the mediating roles of high-caffeine beverages and sugar-sweetened beverages intake. Methods: Data from 51,850 adolescents were drawn from the 2022 Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey. Parallel mediation analyses were conducted using PROCESS Model 4 with 5000 bootstrap samples to assess whether the frequency of high-caffeine beverages and sugar-sweetened beverages consumption mediated the association between mukbang viewing… More >

Xingchen Zhu¹, Haohan Zhao^2,*, Wencan Li^3,*, Zixu Wang¹

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2026.078033 - 28 May 2026

Abstract Backgrounds: Adolescent psychological well-being has become a pressing global concern, with rising levels of emotional distress among youth. Although prior research highlights the positive influence of teacher–student relationships, the underlying mechanisms—particularly the roles of school belonging, moral disengagement, and growth mindset—remain insufficiently understood. This study investigates the associations between teacher-student relationship quality and adolescent psychological well-being, examining school belonging and moral disengagement as potential mediators, and growth mindset as a moderator of these relationships. Methods: A total of 785 adolescents were recruited from six schools across Shanghai and Liaoning Province, China. Participants completed validated measures of… More >

I. Nur Azreena^*, H. A. Aisyah, A. W. Noorshamsiana

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0178 - 28 May 2026

Abstract This study examined the impact of various pre-treatment techniques on the physical and mechanical characteristics of particleboards derived from oil palm trunks (OPT). Thermal and chemical pre-treatments of the fibers, including hot water, sodium hydroxide (NaOH), and acetic acid, were applied prior to board production. In addition, antifungal agents were incorporated as supplementary additives during the manufacturing process at varying percentages to evaluate their effect on panel performance. Morphology of the treated OPT fibers was examined, and panel properties such as thermal behavior, bending strength, bonding strength, and dimensional stability were evaluated. Statistically significant improvements (p… More >