The "Dilution" of Sugar Tracking: A Perspective Paper on Front-of-Pack Volumetric Discrepancies and Regulatory Lacunae in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs)
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Christopher Enasor Fregene, Dike Ojji, Abimbola Opeyemi Adegboye
Mathematical Modeling of Rift Valley Fever in the Sahelian Zone
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Hippolyte Djimramadji, Bienvenu Ndonane, Prudence Djaouga
Abstract We develop a mathematical model of Rift Valley Fever integrating mosquito vectors, ruminants, and humans, based on an SEIR -type structure with vertical transmission …
Beyond elimination: Assessing healthcare access, knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding leprosy among communities in Lilongwe and Balaka districts of Malawi
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Nathan Singano, Adriano Focus Lubanga, Joshua Kacheyo
Although Malawi achieved national elimination of leprosy in 1994, new cases continue to be reported in several districts, including individuals presenting with Grade 2 disabilities, …
Stochastic and robust modeling of vibration level attenuation in a column drill
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Aslain Brisco Ngnassi Djami, Wolfgang Nzié
Pneumatic column drills are widely used in industrial manufacturing, where vibration significantly affects machining accuracy, equipment durability, and operator safety. This study proposes an uncertainty-aware …
Education and Islamic Spirituality in South Africa: The faith informed agency of Muslim women
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Tohida Cassim
Muslim women enduring a life as minorities, face several persistent barriers within the realms of education, employment and a life in the public light, i.e. …
Breast cancer detection and classification via a robust deep learning approach
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Magy Makram, Alber S. Aziz, Mary Monir Saeid
This work presents a leakage-controlled deep-learning framework for breast cancer classification using the CBIS-DDSM mammography archive. The proposed pipeline combines patient-level data partitioning before augmentation, …
Insights from tracking white-bellied pangolins, and implications for telemetry-based research on Phataginus species
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Charles Agbor Emogor, Francis Muyorkem Akor, Benedict A. Atsu
Abstract Pangolins are one of the least studied mammal groups, with major gaps in our knowledge of their population status and ranging behaviour. These shortfalls …
Impact of zero‑output crisp range recentering on the performance of FPIDD2 controllers for multi-area LFC–AVR systems
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Mohamed H. T. Omar, Ragi A. Hamdy, Hossam Kotb
Abstract Modern interconnected power systems with high penetration of renewable energy sources (RES) and large‑scale use of electric vehicles (EVs) experience recurring frequency and voltage …
Evidence for a detection ceiling in the 2026 Bundibugyo virus disease epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: an analysis of publicly reported aggregate surveillance data
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Oussama Wail Bouhentala
Abstract Background The 2026 Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was declared on 15 May 2026 and determined …
Hemostatic Profiling of Generic Factor Xa Inhibitors Using ROTEM® Viscoelastometry and Multimodal Coagulation Assays: A Real-World Study in a Tunisian Cohort
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Yosra Dhaha, Salima Ben Abdellafou, Chedia Khiari
Background The emergence of generic direct factor Xa inhibitors like apixaban and rivaroxaban has significantly increased the global availability of essential anticoagulants in developing nations. …
Production of Cellulose From Different Species of Banana (Musa Paradisiaca) Mid Rib Waste: A Sustainable Raw Material for Industrial Applications
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N. A. Ndukwe, Ilesanmi Nathanael, Olusegun O. Ezekiel
Towards IoT-Fog-ML integration for temperature break detection and prediction in fresh produce cold chains: a systematic review and architectural framework
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Jeremiah Taguta, Jean Frederic Isingizwe Nturambirwe, Clement Nyirenda
Introduction: Globally, 1.3 billion tons of food is lost or wasted each year, negatively impacting food security, the economy, and the climate. Fresh fruits and …
Frequency of Thrombocytopenia Among Adults with Malaria at Merowe City 2022
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Mohammed Makkawi, Wafa Mutasim MohamedOsman Alamin
An Exploratory Qualitative Design Toward a Contextualized Definition of Entrepreneurship Culture Among TVET Graduates: Evidence from Vhembe District, South Africa
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Edrich Hove, Joseph Francis
In vitro and in vivo evaluation of antioxidant activity, acute toxicity, and antihyperglycemic effect of individual and binary mixtures of crude methanolic extracts of Cucurbita moschata and Bidens pilosa
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Hellen Phiri, Agape Lumai, Kadango Zombe
BACKGROUND: Bidens pilosa (BP) and Cucurbita moschata (CM) are used to treat diabetes traditionally. Little is known scientifically about the toxicity and efficacy of the …
Is a 24-Month Birth Interval Enough? Evidence from a cross-sectional study using the Benin Demographic and Health Survey
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Christian Agossou, Giulia Scarpa, Lenka Beňová
Abstract Background Stunting affects approximately 32% of children under five years in Benin. While birth intervals shorter than 33 months are a recognized risk factor …
Does dairy cow technology adoption improve household dietary diversity? Evidence from central Ethiopia
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Kebebew Hundie, Zhenzen Liu, Salman Ibn Yasin
Introduction Household dietary diversity remains a persistent challenge in sub-Saharan Africa, largely because of low agricultural productivity. Methods This study uses data from 571 farm …
The Role of Socioeconomic and Institutional Factors in Shaping Entrepreneurial Attitudes among Radiography Students in South-Eastern Nigeria
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Awafung Emmanuel Adie, Christian Maduabuchi, Enwerem Derrick
Cross-material physics-informed machine learning framework for optimizing nanofiller loading in epoxy nanocomposites for high-voltage insulation
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Mahmoud Ezzat, M. Ramadan, Mousa. A. Abd-Allah
Abstract Epoxy-based nanocomposites are promising solid insulation materials for high-voltage applications because of their high dielectric strength, mechanical robustness, and processability. However, identifying the optimal …
Ecclesial Identity and Social Strain: Orthodox Christianity through the Lens of Social Capital
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Angelo Nicolaides
Religion behaves as a powerful theological, moral, and social force capable of advancing both social cohesion and social conflict. Orthodox Christianity, deeply rooted in patristic …