WETENSCHAP EN TECHNOLOGIE BL – 3

by Changxi Shan, Wenhao Li With the accelerated progress of urbanization, there is an increasing occurrence of buried flexible water distribution pipelines subjected to high internal pressure and heavy loads. The probability of damage to these pipelines is magnified due to traffic load-internal pressure coupling action. Hence, investigating the mechanical... Read more »

by Maria Christidis, Nikolaos Christidis, Viveca Lindberg, Kristina Gottberg, Carina Georg Introduction Academic literacy in higher education has been widely studied, but less attention has been given to literacy practices within professional programmes such as nursing education. This study aimed to analyze one Swedish undergraduate nursing programme regarding the presence... Read more »

by Paul W. J. J. van der Wielen, Stijn Brouwer, Marco Dignum, Merijn Schriks During transport and storage of drinking water the microbial water quality might deteriorate. Here, we studied the vulnerability of non-chlorinated drinking water produced by two treatment plants to deterioration, by involving citizen scientists. Citizen scientists in... Read more »

by Thomas J. Yamashita, Daniel G. Scognamillo, Kevin W. Ryer, Richard J. Kline, Michael E. Tewes, John H. Young Jr, Jason V. Lombardi Wildlife populations are in decline due to human threats, including highways. Strategies for reducing road impacts on wildlife include wildlife fencing which keep animals off roads and... Read more »

by Jacob R. Denova, Ben A. Flanagan, Murad Jah, Scott L. Applebaum, Suzanne Edmands Mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT) presents a promising preventative measure to combat mitochondrial diseases. However, the long-term consequences of disrupting mitonuclear coevolution at both the molecular and organismal levels remain understudied. Data on sex-specific effects are also... Read more »

by Weihe Zhong, Yanchao Yang, Bosheng Jing, Xinxin Yang, Zehan Tan, Qiu Wei This study develops and validates the Scale of Students’ Perception of AIGC Feedback for English Pronunciation Learning. The research was conducted at a university in northern China using a convenience sampling method. The exploratory factor analysis (EFA)... Read more »

by Angelo Cianciulli, Emanuela Santoro, Roberta Manente, Antonietta Pacifico, Marika Finizio, Nicole Bruno, Maria Costantino, Mario Capunzo, Giovanni Boccia Chronic diseases remain one of the most pressing public health challenges in Europe, disproportionately affecting older adults and residents of rural and underserved areas. Structural barriers to healthcare access, insufficient social... Read more »

by Afnan M. Alhassan, Nouf I. Altmami A brain tumor is one of the life-threatening neurological conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. Early diagnosis and classification of brain tumor types facilitate prompt treatment, thereby increasing the patient’s chances of survival. The advent of Deep Learning methods has significantly improved the... Read more »

by Omnia S. El Seifi, Faten Ezzelarab Younis, Nouf Ali Alsaiari, Rama Mathel Alanazi, Atheer Khalaf Alanazi, Lama Mana Alamri, Mona Salem Albalawi, Shahad Hammad Alatawi, Eman M. Mortada Background/Objectives Medical students may consume more caffeine-containing beverages to cope with their stressors, resulting in negative effects on physical or mental... Read more »

by Chao-Wen Cheng, Wen-Fang Fang, Jiunn-Diann Lin... Read more »

by Paul Rasner, Maria Arcila-Ruiz, José Ailton Fernandes Silva, Umaphorn Nuanthaisong, Sung Yong Cho, Eric Chung... Read more »

by Nicolò Scarsi, Abdelrahman Taha, Sara Farina, Tommaso Osti, Luigi Russo, Alessandra Maio, Roberta Pastorino, Stefania Boccia Introduction The growing prevalence of chronic diseases globally raised the public health need to improve the effectiveness of preventive medicine through the integration of big data, biological biomarkers and omics technologies. The implementation... Read more »

by Jongsoo Lee, Miho Song, Subeen Leem, Jong-Yeup Kim, Benjamin I. Chung, Sung Ryul Shim, Jae Heon Kim Purpose While clinical RCTs have clearly evidenced that the use of androgen receptor pathway inhibitor (ARPI)s for patients with advanced prostate cancer, can significantly delay disease progression, there is insufficient evidence on... Read more »

by Mohadeseh Ahmadi, Arash Nemat, Rohullah Sakhi, Atefa Ahmadi, Mursal Massoud, Elaha Ebadi, Mashhodullah Zahid, Arezu Nasrati, Raihana Amiri Background Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality among women worldwide, and it has poor prognosis if diagnosed at late stages. Common breast cancer detection methods include mammography, clinical... Read more »

Plants might look peaceful, but honestly, they’ve got some wild tricks up their sleeves. They use all sorts of defenses to keep animals and tough weather at bay. Some of these strategies are so clever, you’ll probably find yourself a bit surprised. Let’s check out seven plant defenses that honestly... Read more »

People usually see flowers as decorations, but honestly, a lot of them taste great and work well in meals. You might have some edible flowers growing in your yard right now and not even realize it. These flowers can bring new flavors and colors to your food. It’s a fun... Read more »

Flowers have woven themselves into human stories for thousands of years. People across many cultures have used them to spin tales about gods, heroes, and magical happenings. These stories give flowers a meaning that goes way beyond their looks. Here’s how six flowers connect to ancient myths and legends that... Read more »

Sometimes, growing plants just feels complicated, right? If you’re short on time or dealing with a tricky garden space, picking plants that thrive almost anywhere can make life so much easier. These tough plants shrug off rough weather, poor soil, and a bit of neglect, so you get a better... Read more »

Nature never really runs out of surprises, especially with plants. Maybe you think you know what a flower or a leaf should look like, but honestly, some plants just love to break the rules and remind us how weird and creative life actually is. These botanical oddities show that plants... Read more »

Plants have a way of surprising us with their wild sizes, ancient ages, and some pretty weird traits. From tiny water lilies to trees that tower over everything, the world of botany is honestly more fascinating than most people realize. When you learn about these record-breaking plants, you start to... Read more »

Flowers have played a role in sacred rituals across countless cultures for ages. They’re not just pretty—these blooms often hold deep meaning and symbolize powerful spiritual ideas. When you start learning about these flowers, you get a peek into how people everywhere try to connect with something greater than themselves.... Read more »

Blooming patterns show up everywhere—in gardens, in wild places, even in technology. Still, a lot of these patterns leave scientists scratching their heads. Maybe you’ve noticed how some flowers open with a twist or how certain plants seem to have their own style. These patterns aren’t just pretty; they actually... Read more »

Gardens have always played a huge part in the story of botany and plant study. Some historic gardens ended up becoming hotspots for scientific discovery and the rescue of rare plants. These places shaped how we understand and care for the natural world. Honestly, it’s wild to think how much... Read more »

Napoleon's army was the largest Europe had ever seen, but in just a few months it was obliterated.... Read more »

Don't believe the act, they're just adorable.... Read more »

While it only works on mice for now, it's excitingly promising for humans, too.... Read more »

Finally, a comprehensive comparison of common antidepressants.... Read more »

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Ancient astronomers developed a mathematically precise system to forecast solar eclipses.... Read more »

The era of quantum computing is not quite upon us, but it's getting closer.... Read more »

Estimate anything in the world with a napkin and a pen.... Read more »

As we grow older, our brains may literally blur the edges of time.... Read more »

Arctic seals are losing the ice they need to survive, and scientists say the crisis is accelerating.... Read more »

Researchers have created hybrid DNA–inorganic nanoflowers that fold and unfold in seconds.... Read more »

A story of stars, trees, solar bursts, and Vikings.... Read more »

The meat industry’s methane problem is now worse than the oil industry’s.... Read more »

A 'hidden' pattern in drylands helps ecosystems survive water stress.... Read more »

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas and Perplexity’s Comet want to change how you browse the web. These AI-powered browsers promise... Read more »

A football player’s after-practice snack turned into a nightmare when artificial intelligence confused his chip bag with a... Read more »

Apple’s brand-new Houston manufacturing plant has started delivering its first batch of AI servers to data centers across... Read more »

It’s hard to overstate how much modern logistics, online shops, and banks depend on getting address data right.... Read more »

After being trained with this technique, vision-language models can better identify a unique item in a new scene.... Read more »

A 2016 research paper explored a vision for using emerging tools in machine learning – a branch of artificial intelligence... Read more »

It’s hard to keep up with the ever-changing trends of the fashion world. What’s “in” one minute is... Read more »

When it comes to artificial intelligence, MIT and IBM were there at the beginning: laying foundational work and... Read more »

Physicists at MIT have developed a new way to probe inside an atom’s nucleus, using the atom’s own... Read more »

Researchers at The University of Manchester are developing pioneering technology to harness powerful wind in railway tunnels, turning... Read more »

If you think of a single atom as a grain of sand, then a wavelength of visible light... Read more »

Today’s popular chatbots and image generators have a severe downside for the environment. These examples of generative artificial... Read more »

Hidden fat, not just visible weight, can quietly damage arteries, underscoring the need to consider more than body... Read more »

A tiny worm that leaps high into the air — up to 25 times its body length —... Read more »

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