Competency-based optometry education in Nigeria: A qualitative study of the perspectives of students, lecturers, clinical leaders, and academic leaders
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Kingsley Ekemiri, Diane van Staden, Khathutshelo Percy Mashige
Equilibrium Analysis and Gyro-Stabilization of Two-Wheel Inverted Pendulum Robot on Inclined Surfaces
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Ahmed Amin, Moustafa Ahmed Fouz, Ahmed ELsawaf
Modelling Extreme Water Levels of a Hydroelectric Dam under Natural Truncation
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Emmanuel Annor, Eric Ocran, Issah Seidu
Manuka honey as a multifunctional therapeutic against Helicobacter pylori: from chemical profiling to in vitro potency and in vivo gastroprotective efficacy
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Wafaa Maher Abd Elaziz, Eman E. Abd Elhady, Mai Hussein Abd-Elfatah
Manuka honey contains bioactive phenolic and flavonoid chemicals with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. The chemical profile and therapeutic efficiency of Manuka honey against Helicobacter pylori …
Developing Hate Speech Detector for Afan Oromo Content on Social Media Platforms Using Deep Neural Networks
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Felmeta Abate Jilo¹, Daniel Dufera Kenea²
Economic performance of combined phosphorus and potassium fertilization in potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) production in northwestern Ethiopia
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Yohannes Gelaye, Abiba Mengistu
Validation of single nucleotide polymorphism markers associated with hydrogen cyanide, total carotenoid and dry matter contents in cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz)
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Bismark Anokye, Bunmi Olasanmi, Adenike Damilola Ige
Enhancing total carotenoid content (TCC) and dry matter content (DMC) while simultaneously reducing hydrogen cyanide (HCN) are key objectives in cassava breeding. Although numerous SNP …
Performance, fruit quality, and shelf life of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) grown using charred and uncharred eggshells
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Faith Oluwatobi Okunlola, Christopher Muyiwa Aboyeji, Aruna Olasekan Adekiya
Background Despite its widespread cultivation, challenges persist in producing tomato fruits with high quality and extended shelf life. This study focuses on the potential of …
Mathematical model analysis for dynamics and control of African cassava mosaic virus and East African cassava mosaic Cameroon virus co-infections
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Obiora Cornelius Collins, Kevin J. Duffy, Oludolapo Akanni Olanrewaju
Introduction Cassava is a key staple crop in many developing countries but is severely affected by African cassava mosaic virus (ACMV) and East African cassava …
Impact of HIV Self-Testing on Recent HIV Testing Among Women in Uganda: A Propensity Score Matched Analysis Using the 2022 UDHS
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Geofrey Emesu, Solome Najjuma, Persis Tikabulamu
Abstract Background HIV self-testing (HIVST) has been promoted as a strategy to reach individuals who do not access facility-based testing. However, evidence on whether HIVST …
Guazuma ulmifolia butanol extract protects against cadmium-induced hepatotoxicity via HO-1/Sirt-1 activation, miRNA–lncRNA modulation, and metabolic reprogramming
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Osama Ahmed Elsabagh, Abdelbaset M. Elgamal, Heba A. Hassan
BACKGROUND: Guazuma ulmifolia is traditionally used for liver disorders, but its protective mechanisms against heavy metal toxicity are poorly defined. This study evaluated the phytochemical …
Prenatal Organophosphate Pesticide Exposure and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes at 6 Months among Children of Smallholder Horticultural Growers in Exposed and Comparison Districts of the Southern Highlands of Tanzania
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Peter Chilipweli, Elias C. Nyanza, Awerasia Vera Ngowi
An exploratory analysis of the Tunisian dromedary camel value chains for sustainable development in arid rangelands
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Asma Souissi, Boubaker Dhehibi, Derek Baker
Dromedary camel value chains present significant opportunities for attracting investors and reinvesting in rangeland restoration. Despite declining productivity and limited development of dromedary milk products, …
Dual-function MIL-53(Al) incorporated cement composites for strength reinforcement and antibacterial activity
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M. Ramadan, Ahmed Radwan, A. O. Habib
This work presents the development of an antimicrobial cement with enhanced mechanical performance through the incorporation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) into the cement matrix. MIL-53(Al) …
Duloxetine ameliorates acute pancreatitis-associated inflammation and modulates pain related neuroinflammatory pathways via modulation of SP-related neurokinin signaling and PAR2/TRPV1 pathways
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Khaled H Almutary, Ahmed R. Elsheakh, Manar A. Nader
Background: Acute pancreatitis (AP) is an inflammatory pancreatic disorder, often illustrated by neuropathic, inflammatory, and/or visceral pain. Pain is a medical indicator of pancreatic inflammation …
From digital transformation to intelligent classrooms: artificial intelligence, adaptive leadership, and service delivery in global higher education—a systematic literature review
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Tom Ongesa Nyamboga
Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping higher education globally, influencing teaching, learning, administrative processes, and institutional service delivery. Despite growing scholarly attention, evidence remains …
Human Factors and Social Engineering in Cybersecurity: A Qualitative Case Study and ISO/Iec 27001-aligned Ethical Response Framework
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Chris Gilbert, Duah Jeremiah Leakpor, Kwitee D. Gaylah
Can Small-Group Sound Games Strengthen Early Literacy in Luganda? Findings from a Pilot Cluster-Randomised Feasibility Study in Primary Two
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David Kabugo
Case Report: Compound heterozygous ITGB2 variants causing leukocyte adhesion deficiency type I With preserved CD18 expression
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Marwa Abdelbari, Zeineb Ben Lamine, Raoudha Kebaïli
Introduction Leukocyte adhesion deficiency (LAD) type I is a well-recognized inborn error of immunity that typically presents in early childhood. However, cases with normal surface …
Short-term survival benefit associated with neonatal clinical trial participation: An observational cohort study in The Gambia
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Helen Brotherton, Abdou Gai, Georgia Walker
ABSTRACT Background Trial participation effect, defined as a change in clinical outcomes associated with trial enrolment regardless of allocation, is understudied in neonatal trials in …