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Open Access Editorial

Acknowledgement to Reviewers of OBM Geriatrics in 2022

Received: 04 January 2023;  Published: 04 January 2023;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2301221

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The editors of OBM Geriatrics would like to express their sincere gratitude to the following reviewers for assessing manuscripts in 2022. We greatly appreciate the contribution of expert reviewers, which is crucial to the journal's editorial process. We aim to recognize reviewer contributions through several mechanisms, of which the annual publication of reviewer names is one. Reviewers receive a voucher entitling them to a discount on their next LIDSEN publication and can download a certificate of recognition dire [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Photon Recycling for Indoor Energy Harvesting: Optical Optimization of LED-Driven Silicon Photovoltaic Systems

Received: 06 July 2025;  Published: 11 September 2025;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2503013

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Indoor environments offer a unique opportunity for photon recycling using LED-based illumination, particularly to address energy limitations of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems during nighttime or in low-light conditions. This study presents an optical and electrical performance evaluation of silicon-based photovoltaic (SPV) panels operating under controlled indoor LED lighting. Despite the low irradiance (~1.4 mW/cm2), significant power output was achieved through engineered panel configurations and optimized light [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Computer-Aided Study on Metal Complexes with Benzohydrazide Schiff Base as Potential Bacterial and Fungi Inhibitors

Received: 22 October 2024;  Published: 06 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2501002

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The biochemical properties of metal complexes containing benzo hydrazide Schiff base have been reported by numerous researchers worldwide in various ways. In this work, the evaluation of biochemical roles of the metal complexes with benzo hydrazide Schiff base activity as anti-gram positive and gram-negative bacteria, as well as antifungal agents, were observed. The use of various techniques, including the induced fit docking methodology, the density functional theory method, and pharmacokinetics investigations wit [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Effect of Drought Stress on Agronomic Traits and Total Leaf Proteins in Different Bottle Gourd [Lagenaria siceraria (Molina) Standl.] Genotypes

Received: 16 July 2024;  Published: 16 October 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.genet.2404267

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Breeding drought-tolerant genotypes using genetic and biochemical tools is an important mitigation strategy to improve stress response and yields in bottle gourd [Lagenaria siceraria (Molina) Standl.]. This current study evaluated the variations among bottle gourd genotypes for potential breeding purposes by establishing the relationship between agronomic traits and the protein profile required for the plants’ resilience against drought stress. The study assessed 12 bottle gourd accessions grown under non-str [...]

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Open Access Short Report

Integrating Palliative Medicine into Medical Education: Creating a More Compassionate Generation of Physicians

Received: 26 February 2024;  Published: 01 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2403281

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How should Palliative Medicine competencies be taught to medical students? In the United States and other countries, there is a consensus that teaching Palliative Medicine competencies to medical students is essential. Health agencies have also identified teaching Palliative Medicine competencies as crucial. According to Sanchez-Reilly and Ross, medical students reported that they feel better prepared to care for the elderly, patients with severe illness, and dying patients after completing formal training. The aut [...]

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Open Access Research Article

Analysis of Global Scientific Production on Health Service Waste through Bibliometric and Scientometric Indicators

Received: 19 October 2024;  Published: 27 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/aeer.2502021

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Inadequate management of healthcare waste represents a significant challenge to public health and the environment. This study aims to analyze global scientific production on healthcare waste using bibliometric and scientometric indicators, providing a comprehensive overview of research trends and areas of interest. Data from academic databases were used to map the temporal distribution of publications, identify the leading countries, institutions, and researchers involved, and evaluate collaboration networks and jo [...]

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Open Access Editorial

Acknowledgment to Reviewers of Journal of Energy and Power Technology in 2023

Received: 04 January 2024;  Published: 05 January 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401001

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The editors of Journal of Energy and Power Technology would like to express their sincere gratitude to the following reviewers for assessing manuscripts in 2023. We greatly appreciate the contribution of expert reviewers, which is crucial to the journal's editorial process. We aim to recognize reviewer contributions through several mechanisms, of which the annual publication of reviewer names is one. Reviewers can download a certificate of recognition directly from our submission system. Additionally, reviewers can [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Identification of Soybean Components that Prevent the Entry of Influenza Virus

Received: 31 August 2024;  Published: 01 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2502005

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We have previously demonstrated the anti-influenza virus activity of a soybean extract, indicating the presence of compounds that prevent viral entry into cells. In this study, we sought to identify the compounds in hydrothermal extracts of soybean that blocked viral entrance and analyzed their mechanisms of action. Hot aqueous extracts of roasted soybeans were separated by reverse-phase chromatography on an octadecylsilyl C18 column, and the antiviral activity of individual fractions was measured during the viral [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Experiences and Support Needs of Informal Caregivers in Managing Behavioral Symptom of Dementia

Received: 03 October 2024;  Published: 10 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2502306

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About 90% of people living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias experience behavioral and psychological symptoms during the course of the disorder. Although extensive research exists on the roles of informal caregivers in dementia care, their abilities to manage behavioral symptoms and the resources they turn to for support remain understudied. This phenomenological study explored informal caregivers' experience, knowledge sources, and self-initiated strategies for managing behavioral symptoms of dementia [...]

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Open Access Research Article

Moderate Exercise Suppresses Tumor Growth and Progression through Regulating Cytokines

Received: 21 January 2025;  Published: 12 May 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2502021

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Evidence suggests that regular moderate exercise can improve symptoms of depression and may enhance immune function, with an interesting role in cancer prevention and improved cancer-related prognosis; however, over-exercising may lead to overtraining and generate psychological symptoms that mimic depression, and may impair immune function. In this study, we chose swimming as an exercise form to conduct research. Swimming groups were divided into 5, 20, and 60 min day-1, and open field tests (OFT) were used to asse [...]

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