Foot Measurements From Three-Dimensional Scans: Elinvision 3DST Reliability.

Background: 3D foot scanners such as the Elinvision 3DST foot scanner potentially offer a faster, alternative method to traditional plaster casting to produce orthotics or therapeutic footwear.

Objective(s): To assess the reliability of 3DST-derived foot length, orthogonal ball width, heel width and ball girth. We also compared 3D scanner and manually derived measures.

Pilot scale recovery, and removal of chromium from tannery wastewater by chemical precipitation: Life cycle assessment and cost analysis.

This study investigated the sustainable approach to removing and recovering chromium by chemical precipitation using sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and sulfuric acid (HSO). The raw tannery wastewater was studied under varying pH and agitation speed to assess and optimize the process variables using an atomic absorption spectrometer, exhibiting promising removal and recovery rates. The highest chromium removal efficiency of 96.

Atypical Radiological Presentation of a Neonatal Primary Retroperitoneal Teratoma Undergoing Haemorrhagic Evolution: A Case Report.

Primary retroperitoneal teratomas are rare extragonadal germ cell tumours that originate from totipotent embryonic cells misplaced during embryogenesis. These tumors are more commonly seen in neonates and infants and may remain asymptomatic until they reach a significant size, leading to compressive symptoms. Here, we present a case of a 15-day-old neonate with progressive abdominal distension since birth and a fever for three days.

Preparation and characterization of chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol active film incorporated with Syzygium guineense plant extract as active packaging materials.

The advancement of active packaging for food conservation has attracted considerable interest over time. In the present study, we aims to create and examine active films composed of chitosan (CS), poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA), and syzygium guineense plant extract (SYZ) for potential use in food preservation. We examined the impact of ethanol extracts from the SYZ plant on the films' tensile strength, physical, antibacterial, and anti-oxidant properties.

Sustainable utilization of FeO-modified activated lignite for aqueous phosphate removal and ANN modeling.

Lignites are widely available and cost-effective in many countries. Sustainable methods for their utilization drive innovation, potentially advancing environmental sustainability and resource efficiency. In the present study, FeO (∼25.

Multidimensional impact of sport types on the psychological well-being of student athletes: A multivariate investigation.

The correlation between sports participation and psychological well-being is well-documented, revealing a complex interplay influenced by competition level and cultural context. This is particularly relevant in Korea, where the university sports culture significantly impacts student life. This study evaluates how competitive versus non-competitive sports affect Korean university students' psychological well-being using a quantitative approach with SmartPLS 4 for multi-group analysis.

Letter to editor: gender gap in deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease: preliminary results of a retrospective study.

This letter addresses important considerations for enhancing the research on the gender gap in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. While acknowledging the commendable efforts of the study's authors, we highlight several areas that warrant further attention to maximize the research's yield and applicability. Specifically, we emphasize the need for a more diverse cohort to enhance the generalizability of findings, inclusion of a control group for comprehensive evaluation, utilization of additional assessment tools to mitigate bias, incorporation of qualitative data for a holistic understanding, and evaluation of long-term outcomes beyond short follow-up durations.

Smart colorimetric indicator films prepared from chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol with high mechanical strength and hydrophobic properties for monitoring shrimp freshness.

This work aimed to develop and characterize a colorimetric indicator films based on chitosan (CS), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), and shikonin (SKN) from radix Lithospermi by casting method. The prepared films can serve as smart packaging for monitoring shrimp freshness which having excellent antimicrobial and antioxidant activity. The shikonin containing films have better hydrophobicity, barrier properties, and tensile strength.

Anti-bacterial films developed by incorporating shikonin extracted from radix lithospermi and nano-ZnO into chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol for visual monitoring of shrimp freshness.

In recent years, the utilization of smart colorimetric packaging films for monitoring food freshness has garnered significant concentration. However, their limited tensile strength, hydrophobicity, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties have been substantial barriers to widespread adoption. In this study, we harnessed the potential of biodegradable materials, specifically chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol, alongside shikonin extracted from Radix Lithospermi and ZnO nanoparticles, to create a novel colorimetric sensing film.

Exploring nighttime pedestrian crash patterns at intersection and segments: Findings from the machine learning algorithm.

Introduction: Pedestrian safety at nighttime is an ongoing critical traffic safety concern. Although poor visibility is primarily associated with nighttime pedestrian crashes, other contributing factors such as humans, vehicles, roadways, and environmental factors interact with each other to cause a crash. Additionally, the pattern of nighttime pedestrian crashes differs significantly according to the intersection and segment location, which requires further exploration.

Giant mandibular osteoma, CT findings for the primary care provider.

We report a very rare case of 35-year-old female with a giant mandibular osteoma in the angle of the mandible. We highlight the importance of CT in diagnosing as well as defining the extent of this rare case so that proper management can be undertaken. We also showcase the importance of angiography to show relationship of this mass with the surrounding vessels.

S1P Lyase Deficiency in the Brain Promotes Astrogliosis and NLRP3 Inflammasome Activation via Purinergic Signaling.

Astrocytes are critical players in brain health and disease. Brain pathologies and lesions are usually accompanied by astroglial alterations known as reactive astrogliosis. Sphingosine 1-phosphate lyase (SGPL1) catalysis, the final step in sphingolipid catabolism, irreversibly cleaves its substrate sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P).

Identifying roadway departure crash patterns on rural two-lane highways under different lighting conditions: Association knowledge using data mining approach.

Introduction: More than half of all fatalities on U.S. highways occur due to roadway departure (RwD) each year.

Characterization of municipal solid waste: Measures towards management strategies using statistical analysis.

Implementing unified municipal solid waste management (MSWM) is often difficult due to socio-economic variables. However, spatial GIS models and statistical analysis of solid waste characterized by the weekdays, weekends, and festivals can somewhat mitigate the variance and assist with selecting suitable waste management methods. This paper presents the example of Rajouri, India, to propose a suitable MSWM based on Inverse Distance Weighted (IDW) intensity maps and statistical findings.

S1P Released by SGPL1-Deficient Astrocytes Enhances Astrocytic ATP Production via S1PR, Thus Keeping Autophagy in Check: Potential Consequences for Brain Health.

Astrocytes are critical players in brain health and disease. Sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P), a bioactive signaling lipid, is involved in several vital processes, including cellular proliferation, survival, and migration. It was shown to be crucial for brain development.

An energy efficient design of a multi-layered crossover based 3:8 decoder using quantum-dot cellular automata.

Quantum Dot Cellular Automata (QCA) is advancing as an expectant and ongoing nanotechnology that relies on the behavior of electrons interacting with each other in a quantum cell where a single quantum cell acts like a molecule. This emergent technology promises to deal with the limitations of CMOS technology offering very low power operation with high speed. This paper presents an efficient 3:8 decoder using multilayer crossover technique and successfully implemented by QCA.

A new demethylase gene, OsDML4, is involved in high temperature-increased grain chalkiness in rice.

High temperature (HT) can affect the accumulation of seed storage materials and cause adverse effects on the yield and quality of rice. DNA methylation plays an important role in plant growth and development. Here, we identified a new demethylase gene OsDML4 and discovered its function in cytosine demethylation to affect endosperm formation.

Microplastics: Occurrences, treatment methods, regulations and foreseen environmental impacts.

Microplastics are a silent threat that represent a high degree of danger to the environment in its different ecosystems and of course will also have an important impact on the health of living organisms. It is evident the need to have effective treatments for their treatment, however this is not a simple task, this as a result of the behavior of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants due to their different types and nature, their long molecular chain, reactivity against water, size, shape and the functional groups they carry. Wastewater treatment plants are at the circumference of the release of these wastes into the environment.

Sphingosine-1-phosphate-lyase deficiency affects glucose metabolism in a way that abets oncogenesis.

Sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P), a bioactive signaling lipid, is involved in several vital processes, including cellular proliferation, survival and migration, as well as neovascularization and inflammation. Its critical role in the development and progression of cancer is well documented. The metabolism of S1P, which exerts its effect mainly via five G protein-coupled receptors (S1PR ), is tightly regulated.

The effect of different mobile uses on crash frequency among young drivers: application of statistical models and clustering analysis.

This study focuses on investigating the use of mobile phones among young drivers by employing an online questionnaire survey data. Ordinal logistic regression model was used for modelling the probabilities of crashes due to different uses of mobile phone while driving. Moreover, binary logistic regression models were used for predicting the probabilities of different uses of mobile phone.

Does the relationship marketing orientation of an entrepreneur support agency improve performance? Evidence from small- and medium-size enterprises in Malaysia.

Entrepreneur support agencies are highly important in the development of small-and medium-size businesses of entrepreneurs. There are a number of studies on support agencies, but studies on entrepreneurial performance from the perspective of a relationship marketing orientation (RMO) between support agencies and entrepreneurs are lacking. This study aimed to investigate the hypothesized relationships between the RMO of an entrepreneur support agency and the financial and nonfinancial performances of small- and medium-size entrepreneurs (SMEs).

Thermodynamic modeling of rocket propellant fabrication on Mars.

resource utilization (ISRU) to refuel rockets on Mars will become critical in the future. The current effort presents a thorough feasibility analysis of a scalable, Matlab-based, integrated ISRU framework from the standpoint of the second law of thermodynamics. The ISRU model is based on existing technology that can utilize Martian resources (regolith and atmosphere) to produce rocket propellants.

Efficient removal of ibuprofen and ofloxacin pharmaceuticals using biofilm reactors for hospital wastewater treatment.

Hospital wastewater is harmful to the environment and human health due to its complex chemical composition and high potency towards becoming a source of disease outbreaks. Due to these complexities, its treatment is neither efficient nor cost-effective. It is a challenging issue that requires immediate attention.