Poria Moradi¹, Zahra Naghibifar^2,3, Armin Naghipour^1,*

Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.20, No.1, pp. 77-87, 2025, DOI:10.32604/chd.2025.061784 - 18 March 2025

Abstract Introduction: The occurrence of congenital anomalies is one of the serious challenges in the world. Therefore, identifying related factors to reduce it is of particular importance. This study aimed to determine the incidence and factors related to congenital anomalies. Methods: An epidemiology study was conducted on 1567 infants and their parents in Kermanshah, Iran. The required information was extracted from the files of mothers in health centers. The data collection tool was a researcher-made checklist of 39 questions. The data was statistically analyzed with the STATA version 14 software. Result: The incidence of congenital anomalies was 2.9%… More >

Ibrahim M. Gosadi^*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.1, pp. 41-49, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.059822 - 31 January 2025

Abstract Objective: There is conflicting evidence suggesting an association between Ramadan and mental health. Aim: This study aims to assess changes in depression, anxiety, and stress levels during Ramadan among university students from Saudi Arabia and to measure the magnitude of change in these levels according to gender. Methods: This study is a prospective cohort study. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire that measured demographic data of the students, and levels of depression, anxiety, and stress utilizing the short form of the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales questionnaire (DASS 21). The assessments were performed starting from the… More >

Jiawei Tian¹, Yu Zhou¹, Lirong Yin^2,*, Salman A. AlQahtani³, Minyi Tang⁴, Siyu Lu⁴, Ruiyang Wang⁴, Wenfeng Zheng^3,4,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.142, No.2, pp. 973-1019, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.057261 - 27 January 2025

Abstract Force feedback bilateral teleoperation represents a pivotal advancement in control technology, finding widespread application in hazardous material transportation, perilous environments, space and deep-sea exploration, and healthcare domains. This paper traces the evolutionary trajectory of force feedback bilateral teleoperation from its conceptual inception to its current complexity. It elucidates the fundamental principles underpinning interaction forces and tactile exchanges, with a specific emphasis on the crucial role of tactile devices. In this review, a quantitative analysis of force feedback bilateral teleoperation development trends from 2011 to 2024 has been conducted, utilizing published journal article data as the… More >

YIXIAN YOU^1,3,#, YIHUNG LEE^2,#, YUSHIN HU², YOUHUI XU³, JOUCHEN CHEN², WEI JIANG¹, CHANGHAI LIU¹, ENQIANG CHEN¹, HONG TANG¹, HUA ZHANG^4,*, DONGBO WU^1,*

BIOCELL, Vol.49, No.1, pp. 45-59, 2025, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2024.057259 - 24 January 2025

Abstract With organ transplantation facing many dilemmas, tissue and organ regeneration as an alternative has bright prospects. In regenerative medicine, Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology and stem cells has been widely applied to the treatment of diseases related to tissue or organ replacement in dentistry, respectively. However, there are very few studies on the combination of the two, and even fewer clinical studies have been reported in dentistry. In this review, the current oral tissue engineering in vivo and in vitro based on 3D printing and stem cell technology will be summarized, and the discussion on the development… More >

Jiajia Liu^*, Mingxing Tian, Xusheng Mao

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.1, pp. 379-404, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2024.058137 - 27 December 2024

Abstract After a century of relative stability in the electricity sector, the widespread adoption of distributed energy resources, along with recent advancements in computing and communication technologies, has fundamentally altered how energy is consumed, traded, and utilized. This change signifies a crucial shift as the power system evolves from its traditional hierarchical organization to a more decentralized approach. At the heart of this transformation are innovative energy distribution models, like peer-to-peer (P2P) sharing, which enable communities to collaboratively manage their energy resources. The effectiveness of P2P sharing not only improves the economic prospects for prosumers, who… More >

Pratyush Kumar Das¹, Satyabrata Nanda^2,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.93, No.12, pp. 3217-3235, 2024, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057956 - 31 December 2024

Abstract Insect pests cause severe crop damage, resulting in substantial economic losses and threats to global food security. Conventional insecticides are low-cost chemical agents that kill the target insects and some non-specific beneficial organisms. Due to their toxic and non-biodegradable nature, these conventional insecticides persist in the environment, thus causing pollution and accumulating in the food chain. The development of novel insecticidal products based on double-stranded (dsRNA)-based RNA interference (RNAi) technology is a sustainable tool to effectively control insect pests. The dsRNA-based insecticides are known for their specificity, non-toxicity, and biodegradability. The current review introduces the… More >

Xiaolong Qu^1,2,3, Ziwei Tian^1,3, Jinman Cui^1,3, Ruowei Li^1,3, Dongmei Li^1,3,*, Xiaoping Zhang^2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.81, No.3, pp. 3583-3616, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.055671 - 19 December 2024

Abstract As an advanced data science technology, the knowledge graph systematically integrates and displays the knowledge framework within the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). This not only contributes to a deeper comprehension of traditional Chinese medical theories but also provides robust support for the intelligent decision systems and medical applications of TCM. Against this backdrop, this paper aims to systematically review the current status and development trends of TCM knowledge graphs, offering theoretical and technical foundations to facilitate the inheritance, innovation, and integrated development of TCM. Firstly, we introduce the relevant concepts and research status… More >

Lijun He¹, Weibo Yang^2,*, Jialing Miao², Jingru Chen³

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.26, No.11, pp. 943-955, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.055730 - 28 November 2024

Abstract Background: In the pursuit of fostering employees’ well-being, leaders are recognized as playing a vital role. However, so far, most of the existing research has focused on leadership behavior and the superficial interaction between leaders and members but has unexpectedly ignored the specific supporting role of supervisors in the career development of employees, that is, supervisory career support. Additionally, the internal mechanism of how career support from supervisors is related to and promotes employees’ well-being is still unclear. Based on social cognitive career theory (SCCT), this study aimed to explore whether, how, and when supervisory… More >

Hiroki Nagamine¹, Masaru Miura^1,*, Jun Maeda¹, Takumi Nishiki¹, Maasa Sato², Fumie Takechi³, Shigeru Tateno⁴, Tomoko Ishizu⁵, Yumi Shiina⁶, Ken Kato⁷, Hiroshi Ono⁸, Hiroyuki Yamagishi⁹, Koichiro Niwa⁶

Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.19, No.4, pp. 351-362, 2024, DOI:10.32604/chd.2024.051837 - 31 October 2024

Abstract Background: Aortic root dilatation occurs in adults with tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) after surgical repair, but the longitudinal changes are unclear. The main research aim is to determine the annual dilatation rate of aorta in adults with repaired TOF. Methods: The present, multicentric, prospective cohort study assessed the rate of aortic diameter change in adults aged 20 years or older with TOF, including pulmonary artery atresia, who underwent surgical repair. Clinical data, focusing on echocardiograms, were collected at three-year intervals from seven hospitals. Results: In total, 104 patients (58 males; median age: 29 years) were enrolled.… More > Graphic Abstract

Mohammed Mohammed^1,2,*, Jawad K. Oleiwi³, Aeshah M. Mohammed⁴, Anwar Ja’afar Mohamad Jawad⁵, Azlin F. Osman^1,2, Tijjani Adam⁶, Bashir O. Betar⁷, Subash C. B. Gopinath^2,8,9

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.7, pp. 1237-1290, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.051201 - 21 August 2024

Abstract Natural fibre (NFR) reinforced functional polymer composites are quickly becoming an indispensable sustainable material in the transportation industry because of their lightweight, lower cost in manufacture, and adaptability to a wide variety of goods. However, the major difficulties of using these fibres are their existing poor dimensional stability and the extreme hydrophilicity. In assessing the mechanical properties (MP) of composites, the interfacial bonding (IB) happening between the NFR and the polymer matrix (PM) plays an incredibly significant role. When compared to NFR/synthetic fibre hybrid composites, hybrid composites (HC) made up of two separate NFR are… More > Graphic Abstract