February 2026

Thalassemia is a genetic disease that raises public health concerns around the world, particularly in the Southeast Asia region. However, this disease remains a significant but under-recognized challenge in Cambodia. This study aims to explore the institutional gaps that shape the treatment of thalassemia in ...

For generations, factors affecting cellular development and health were categorised as genetic or environmental. Epigenetics is a field at the cutting edge of biological and health sciences that draws connections between both genetic and environmental factors. While it shows tremendous potential for ...

As Nepal becomes increasingly digitally connected, small retail businesses are relying more heavily on social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and TikTok to promote their products and connect with customers. While the importance of a social media presence is acknowledged, there

The photoelectric effect, foundational to quantum mechanics, has been predominantly characterized in vacuum environments for over a century, with emission thresholds considered intrinsic material properties. This theoretical study explores how electrochemical interfaces modify these thresholds in

This paper explores the complex interplays between prosocial modeling, defined as observing others engaging in helpful and altruistic actions, together with how cognitive and affective components of empathy and social media influences that are associated with the bystander effect among school age

Satire is a notorious blind spot for Natural Language Processing (NLP) systems due to its embedded sarcasm, parody, and contextual clues; this pragmatic language often leaves the intended meaning separate from the literal one. In this study, we ask if the newest frontier of NLP, Large Language Models ...

This study examines the formation and crisis of international norms between the Congress of Vienna (1815) and the Revolutions of 1848. It argues that the diplomatic order established at Vienna, while achieving temporary stability through a balance of power among sovereign states conceived as legal

Orthopaedic care is a necessity for many patients and often requires timely evaluation, intervention, and follow‑up. Prior research suggests that patients from underrepresented racial groups and those insured through public programs experience barriers to accessing this care. This review examines published ...

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is one of the most lethal cancers globally with a five-year survival rate around 10%. This review investigates a lesser-known risk factor of PDAC, hyperinsulinemia, and explores recent scientific literature to establish a sequence of events and ...

Schizophrenia is a chronic psychiatric condition affecting around 1% of the global population ((Rizvi., 2024)). Individuals with schizophrenia exhibit higher levels of smoking (80%) than the general population (15-20%) ((Leonard et al., 2007)). Given that schizophrenia is associated with disrupted ...

Knowledge sharing through teaching is an essential aspect of human intelligence. With the advent of online teaching platforms, teachers have the ability to track student progress and personalize teaching to tailor their learning experience. Predicting a student’s performance by tracking their learning progress and ...

Urban zoning reforms in Istanbul, particularly those related to rezoning, urban transformation, and large-scale housing projects, have reshaped the city’s economic landscape, making their impact on SMEs, which constitute over 99% of enterprises in Turkey12, an urgent issue for both policymakers and local ...

Sentiment analysis is an important component of natural language processing, intending to determine the emotional tone of a text. This study investigates whether fine-tuned transformers outperform traditional machine learning models (classification and ordinal regression) on lexicon-labeled sentiment headlines ...

The widespread adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT has raised concerns about their cognitive impact. Research suggests that reliance on LLMs may impair not only users’ perceived but also palpable ownership over their thinking, surpassing ...

Mental health issues continue to grow in the workforce, significantly affecting individual well-being, work performance, and company profitability. Despite decades of rising prevalence of mental health issues, little action has been taken in the corporate sector to address them ...

Religion could be a pale reminder of the past and also a source of hope for the future. Religion has been mankind's way of fighting against nihilism from time immemorial. In life, we are faced with many metaphysical problems, or problems that we cannot solve, and religion helps us to provide solutions. ...

Plasmin is a “skin aging” enzyme that contributes to the production of wrinkles and inflammation, which is produced from plasminogen. This study examines the roles of antifibrinolytics in inhibiting plasminogen through the medium of cosmetic products, primarily dominated by tranexamic acid (TXA) ...

Sleep disorders are increasingly common and are associated with impaired bodily functioning and quality of life. Early identification of individuals at risk is therefore essential but challenging as it depends on complex interactions between demographic and lifestyle factors. This study investigates whether machine ...

A lot of work has been done on the number and chance of detecting extraterrestrial life, but humanity’s accessibility to communication with them, such as a compatible time window or compatible means of communication, has been largely underrated. This investigation analyzes the accessibility of ...

This paper examines the underlying causes and potential solutions to the ongoing conflict between Taiwan and China. Over the past year, tensions have remained high, contributing to international unease—particularly in the global economy. A key point of contention lies in differing perspectives: ...

The world is currently facing an environmental dilemma. Industries and governments globally must decide between maintaining relatively low transportation prices at the expense of atmospheric CO2 emissions, and upheaving current transportation infrastructure to pave the way for environmentally

This literature review aims to explore the reasons for the popularity behind the true crime genre, as well as the individual and societal effects this genre has on the human mind. The popularity of this form of entertainment involves four main considerations, including the types of people consuming the genre, the ...

Child abuse is a deeply consequential issue, with one in seven children in the United States affected each year. These experiences often have long-term consequences, and one especially concerning outcome is an increased risk of criminal behavior and recidivism later in life. Although interventions like therapy and ...

A scalable and self-configurable model has been proposed to optimize the red light waiting times for any traffic signal in any high-density area. The Adaptive Traffic Optimization Model (ATOM) uses a combination of heuristic and exhaustive algorithms that provide a cost-effective and practical way of

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide, underscoring the need for safer and more effective interventions that improve patient outcomes. The success of traditional open-heart surgery and catheter-based procedures are limited by the heart’s constant motion and the fragility of cardiac ...

Longing for the past is a common human experience that can serve as a source of comfort, identity, and social connection. However, excessive attachment to nostalgic memories may hinder personal growth and the ability to adapt to present circumstances. This paper examines the psychological dimensions of ...

Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental condition that significantly impacts cognitive and social functions. Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial in providing appropriate care, intervention, and in mitigating future complications. However, ASD identification remains challenging ...

This paper aims to formalize Basic Prudential Hedonism (BPH)-which holds that an agent's prudential obligation lies in maximizing net pleasure and constructs a tailored instrumental obligation framework for ignorant, learning hedonistic agents. It first clarifies BPH's philosophical foundations (e.g., ...

This article examines the influence of international organizations on Kazakhstani higher education. After Kazakhstan gained independence from the Soviet Union, one of the main challenges was the transformation of Kazakhstani universities from their structure and knowledge based on Soviet ideology ...

This research inquires how a heavily sanctioned state can endure and adapt by developing multiple evasion strategies. Using North Korea as a case study, the research examines how and under what conditions countries can adapt to the effects of international sanctions. The research relied on secondary ...

High school graduates in America enter college with knowledge of math, science, and literature. Their level of basic legal knowledge, however, is often insufficient to navigate the decisions that arise in early adulthood. Law governs routine transactions, institutional interactions, and encounters with state ...

The rising incidence of bladder cancer has been increasingly linked to environmental changes, particularly in regions burdened by pollution. Alarmingly, there is a growing trend of early-onset, aggressive, and treatment-resistant forms of bladder cancer, underscoring the urgent need for broader ...

Trichotillomania (TTM) is a disorder characterized by the irresistible urge to pull out one's hair, which can lead to significant mental and physical consequences. TTM is classified as a body-focused repetitive behavior and shares similarities with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which can present challenges ...

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the selective loss of motor neurons, leading to paralysis and eventual death. TAR DNA-binding protein 43 (TDP-43) has emerged as a central pathological hallmark in both sporadic and familial ALS cases. ...