Unsung climate guardians: The overlooked role of remnant and spontaneous trees in carbon stocks and gains from tree growth in West African cocoa fields
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Isaac Kouamé Konan, Anny Estelle N’Guessan, Aimé Kouassi
Cocoa cultivation in West Africa has been a major driver of deforestation, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions and threatening cocoa yields. Agroforestry, which integrates …
Dietary lysophospholipids enhance broiler performance, immune response, meat quality, and mitigate oxidative stress
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Yahya Eid, Sabria A. El-Soud, Mostafa Z. Gamel
Background The current study evaluated the impact of lysophospholipid emulsifiers’ (LPLs) dietary incorporation on ameliorating the negative impacts of oxidative stress in broilers. Methods A …
Soft robotic gloves versus mirror therapy: a long-term comparative study on hand function and motor recovery in post-stroke rehabilitation
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Osama Abdel‐Raouf, Mohamed A. Abdel Ghafar, Mariam E. Mohamed
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to compare the long-term effects of soft robotic gloves (SRGs) and mirror therapy on hand function and motor recovery in post-stroke …
Protective effects of melatonin and naringenin against acitretin induced hepatotoxicity via modulation of oxidative stress and inflammatory signaling
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Samia Salem Sokar, Sally E. Abu‐Risha, Mahmoud Abdelrahman Alkabbani
Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) represents a major clinical challenge, often limiting the therapeutic use of agents such as acitretin, a second-generation retinoid prescribed for psoriasis. …
Innate immune dysfunction and persistent activation in South African HIV elite controllers
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Asisipo Mohamed, Yenzekile Zungu, Sharon Shalekoff
Background Elite controllers can spontaneously control HIV-1 infection without antiretroviral treatment but remain at risk of developing non-AIDS-related conditions. The adaptive immune system is key …
Individual perceptions of renewable energy investment in Somali firms
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Bile Abdisalan Nor
Somalia's energy sector is seen as potential for development and investment. financing this sector is crucial for development and economic growth. Small and medium-sized private-sector …
Incidence and risk factors of hypotension in cesarean section patients under spinal anesthesia at a referral hospital in Mogadishu, Somalia
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Asha Abdullahi Barud, Ikran Abdulkadir Ali, Nasra Mohamud Hilowle
BACKGROUND: Spinal anesthesia-induced hypotension is a common complication during cesarean sections, with significant implications for maternal and neonatal outcomes. However, data on the incidence and …
Integrated analysis of nano Schiff base complex for bioelectronic applications
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Emad Mousa, A.K. Tammam, Ahmed M. Refaat
Schiff base complexes possess biological activity and electronic features, making them suitable for integration into both core and auxiliary components of bioelectronic technologies. However, integrated …
Internal and external factors affecting the growth of SMMEs: A qualitative study
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Nicolene Basson, Osayuwamen Omoruyi
Background: Small, medium and micro-enterprises (SMMEs) are vital to South Africa’s economy, creating jobs and providing livelihoods. However, South Africa has the world’s highest SMME …
Marine outfall discharges contribute to coastal microplastic pollution and the spread of antimicrobial resistance
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Raeesa Bhikhoo, Krisdan Bezuidenhout, Lesego G. Molale-Tom
Microplastics are widespread in marine environments, with significant contributions from land-based wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). A desktop study was conducted on regulatory framework for marine …
Unleashing the biological potential of marine algal extracts against Staphylococcus aureus isolated from ready-to-eat beef products
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Mohamed K. Dandrawy, Tufahah M. O. Atiyahullah, Hani Saber
Staphylococcus aureus is the causative agent of zoonotic diseases that are of increasing epidemiological importance and have significant implications for public health. One hundred fifty …
Prevalence and molecular characterization of multidrug resistant Campylobacter isolated from animals and humans as a one health approach
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Mohamed Kholeif, Mohamed G. Sayed, Ahmed Fotouh
Campylobacteriosis is a significant zoonosis with major public health implications. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, molecular characteristics, and antimicrobial resistance of Campylobacter spp. …
Phenotypic plasticity in trait performance of common dairy goat breeds under diverse environments: a systematic review
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Puleng Kgabo Mashamaite, Obert Tada
Introduction Dairy goat genotypes thrive across a range of ecological systems, making phenotypic plasticity highly relevant under constant environmental fluctuations. Maintaining production efficiency has become …
Accelerating sustainable transformation in sub-Saharan Africa: the role of clean energy, digitalization, foreign direct investment, and industrialization
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Abdikafi Hassan Abdi, Mohd Azlan Shah Zaidi, Mandeq Abdullahi Hassan
Introduction Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) faces growing pressure to align economic progress with environmental sustainability, as the region contends with climate stress, industrial expansion, and resource-driven …
Ameliorating quality and vase life of Solidago canadensis flowers via supplementation of eucalyptus, neem and rosemary as phyto-preserver oils
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Iman Mohamed El-Sayed, Rasha Ahmed El-Ziat, Hani Saber Saudy
Abstract Purpose The loss of flower quality after harvesting is a major concern in the floriculture industry. Because cut flower solutions are quickly contaminated with …
Enhanced performance and reduced emissions in compression-ignition engine fueled with biodiesel blends synthesized via CaO and MgO nano catalysts
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Sabah Mohamed Farouk, Aghareed M. Tayeb, Shereen M. S. Abdel‐Hamid
The rapid depletion of fossil fuel reserves has intensified the pursuit of sustainable alternatives for compression-ignition engines. Biodiesel, produced from renewable feedstocks such as waste …
The dissemination potential of Microsporidia MB in Anopheles arabiensis mosquitoes is modulated by temperature
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Fidel Gabriel Otieno, Priscille Barreaux, Steeven Belvinos Affognon
Microsporidia MB, a vertically transmitted endosymbiont of Anopheles mosquitoes, shows strong potential as a malaria control agent due to its ability to inhibit Plasmodium development …
Vaping leads tobacco consumption among university students in Arab countries: a study of behavioral and psychosocial factors associated with smoking
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Malik Sallam, Eman Khamis Alnazly, Adil Sajwani
Background E-cigarettes use “vaping” is a growing public health concern. The Arabic-validated Vaping Attitude and Perceptions Scale (VAPeS) instrument assesses vaping determinants across five constructs: …
Deep Learning-Based Speed Limit Sign Detection Using YOLOv11 Applied to Speed Regulation in Electric Vehicles for ADAS
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Mohammed Chaman, Anas El Maliki, Hamad Dahou
Road safety and energy efficiency remain critical challenges in modern Electric Vehicles (EVs), particularly when drivers fail to adhere to speed limits. This study presents …
Knowledge, attitudes, and awareness of breast self-examination among female university students in three Arab countries: a multi-center cross-sectional study
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Aliaa Gamal, Sara Adel Awwad, Abdallfatah Abdallfatah
BACKGROUND: Breast Cancer (BC) is a significant leading cause of death among women. With an estimated 2.1 million new cases annually, it represents the most …