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View article: Catastrophic Health Expenditures and Their Determinants Among Stroke Patients and Their Households: A Study From Semnan, Iran
Catastrophic Health Expenditures and Their Determinants Among Stroke Patients and Their Households: A Study From Semnan, Iran Open
Background Stroke sufferers may be exposed to unmanageable medical costs because of the severe complications that can arise from the condition and the impairment of their economic capacity. Objective This study investigates the prevalence …
View article: Adaptive Responses in High-Radiation Environments: Insights From Chernobyl Wildlife and Ramsar Residents
Adaptive Responses in High-Radiation Environments: Insights From Chernobyl Wildlife and Ramsar Residents Open
This mini-review explores adaptive responses in organisms exposed to high radiation levels, drawing comparisons between Chernobyl’s wildlife—specifically its darker-pigmented frogs—and residents of Ramsar, Iran, a region with high natural …
View article: Adaptive Response: A Scoping Review of Its Implications in Medicine, Space Exploration, and Beyond
Adaptive Response: A Scoping Review of Its Implications in Medicine, Space Exploration, and Beyond Open
Objectives Radiation Adaptive Response (AR) is a biological phenomenon in which exposure to low-dose radiation (LDR) enhances an organism’s ability to withstand subsequent higher doses. This scoping review explores AR across multiple disci…
View article: Modeling properties of recycled aggregate concrete using gene expression programming and artificial neural network techniques
Modeling properties of recycled aggregate concrete using gene expression programming and artificial neural network techniques Open
Soft computing techniques have become popular for solving complex engineering problems and developing models for evaluating structural material properties. There are limitations to the available methods, including semi-empirical equations,…
View article: Explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) for predicting the need for intubation in methanol-poisoned patients: a study comparing deep and machine learning models
Explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) for predicting the need for intubation in methanol-poisoned patients: a study comparing deep and machine learning models Open
The need for intubation in methanol-poisoned patients, if not predicted in time, can lead to irreparable complications and even death. Artificial intelligence (AI) techniques like machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) greatly aid in…
View article: The impact of positive psychology counseling on sexual and marital satisfaction and anxiety among reproductive-aged women during the COVID-19 pandemic: a randomized controlled clinical trial
The impact of positive psychology counseling on sexual and marital satisfaction and anxiety among reproductive-aged women during the COVID-19 pandemic: a randomized controlled clinical trial Open
View article: Radiofrequency-Induced Heating of Amalgam Restorations and Dental Implants During 1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Radiofrequency-Induced Heating of Amalgam Restorations and Dental Implants During 1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging Open
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate radiofrequency-induced heating of different amalgam restorations and dental implants during 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Materials and Methods: Standardized class I cavities (5 mm long, 3 …
View article: How the adaptation of the human microbiome to harsh space environment can determine the chances of success for a space mission to Mars and beyond
How the adaptation of the human microbiome to harsh space environment can determine the chances of success for a space mission to Mars and beyond Open
The ability of human cells to adapt to space radiation is essential for the well-being of astronauts during long-distance space expeditions, such as voyages to Mars or other deep space destinations. However, the adaptation of the microbiom…
View article: Editorial
Editorial Open
The Critical Role of Radiation Protection in Modern LifeThe Critical Role of Radiation Protection in Modern LifeThe Critical Role of Radiation Protection in Modern LifeThe Critical Role of Radiation Protection in Modern LifeThe Critical Ro…
View article: Professor John Roderick Cameron’s Influence on Radiation Safety in Terrestrial and Space Environments
Professor John Roderick Cameron’s Influence on Radiation Safety in Terrestrial and Space Environments Open
Professor John Roderick Cameron (1922-2005) stands out as a trailblazer in the field of medical physics, whose innovative work has deeply influenced radiation protection and the broader medical radiation field through sound technical judgm…
View article: A Decision Support System for Managing Health Symptoms of Living Near Mobile Phone Base Stations
A Decision Support System for Managing Health Symptoms of Living Near Mobile Phone Base Stations Open
Background: The rapid increase in the number of Mobile Phone Base Stations (MPBS) has raised global concerns about the potential adverse health effects of exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields (RF-EMF). The application of machi…
View article: A Critical Look at Heavy Ion Beam Irradiation for Vaccine Development
A Critical Look at Heavy Ion Beam Irradiation for Vaccine Development Open
Recent studies offer valuable insights into viral inactivation for vaccine development. Schulze et al. have demonstrated the potential of heavy ion beam irradiation to create effective vaccines, which is particularly relevant in the contex…
View article: Stephen Hawking’s Warning on Contacting Aliens: A Physics Perspective on the Intelligence Trap
Stephen Hawking’s Warning on Contacting Aliens: A Physics Perspective on the Intelligence Trap Open
The search for extraterrestrial intelligence is a fascinating and important endeavor, but it raises significant ethical and safety concerns. In the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, scientists use knowledge of physics to identify p…
View article: Development of Lead-Free Materials for Radiation Shielding in Medical Settings: A Review
Development of Lead-Free Materials for Radiation Shielding in Medical Settings: A Review Open
Radiation protection is an essential issue in diagnostic radiology to ensure the safety of patients, healthcare professionals, and the general public. Lead has traditionally been used as a shielding material due to its high atomic number, …
View article: Cultivation of Vitamin C-Rich Vegetables for Space Radiation Mitigation
Cultivation of Vitamin C-Rich Vegetables for Space Radiation Mitigation Open
Space exploration introduces astronauts to many challenges such as space radiation and microgravity. Researchers have investigated vitamin C as a potential radiation mitigator and antioxidants for sustaining astronaut health. Building on o…
View article: Radium deposition in human brain tissue: A Geant4-DNA Monte Carlo toolkit study
Radium deposition in human brain tissue: A Geant4-DNA Monte Carlo toolkit study Open
View article: Effectiveness of Intra-Articular Injection of Ceftazidime/Vancomycin Combination during Total Knee Replacement: Prevention of Periprosthetic Joint Infection
Effectiveness of Intra-Articular Injection of Ceftazidime/Vancomycin Combination during Total Knee Replacement: Prevention of Periprosthetic Joint Infection Open
Background:The occurrence of prosthetic joint infection (PJI) subsequent to total knee arthroplasty (TKA), also known as total knee replacement, is a highly detrimental complication. Some studies have concluded that intra-articular …
View article: How Reactivation of SARS-CoV-2 in Astronauts with Dysregulated Immune Systems Can Negatively Affect the Odds of Success in Future Space Missions
How Reactivation of SARS-CoV-2 in Astronauts with Dysregulated Immune Systems Can Negatively Affect the Odds of Success in Future Space Missions Open
We have previously reported that during future space missions the risk of severe COVID-19 infection will be a cardinal issue that needs careful attention. Our studies show that even with the most reliable pre-mission screening and quaranti…
View article: Extremely Low Frequency-Electromagnetic Fields (ELF-EMF) Can Decrease Spermatocyte Count and Motility and Change Testicular Tissue
Extremely Low Frequency-Electromagnetic Fields (ELF-EMF) Can Decrease Spermatocyte Count and Motility and Change Testicular Tissue Open
Our results show that ELF-EMF can reduce spermatocyte count and motility and is able to induce structural changes in testicular tissue.
View article: Probiotic Bacteria Cannot Mitigate the Adverse Effects of Radioactive Iodine-131 Treatment
Probiotic Bacteria Cannot Mitigate the Adverse Effects of Radioactive Iodine-131 Treatment Open
Thyroid carcinoma is the most common cancer of the endocrine system, accounting for 12% of all cancer cases in adolescents in the United States. Radioiodine therapy plays a key role in differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) treatment. This do…
View article: The Effect of Psychological Interventions on Sexual and Marital Satisfaction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The Effect of Psychological Interventions on Sexual and Marital Satisfaction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background: Sexual and marital satisfaction play an important role in the stability of couples' relationships, so it is necessary to take a proper approach to promote them. This study aimed to identify and categorize psychological interven…
View article: Microleakage of Amalgam Restorations after Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields of a Commercial Hair Dryer: An Ex-Vivo Study
Microleakage of Amalgam Restorations after Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields of a Commercial Hair Dryer: An Ex-Vivo Study Open
This study suggests that the common use of hair dryers can lead to damage in amalgam restorations.
View article: Should We Fear A Wave of Cancers After the COVID- 19 Pandemic?
Should We Fear A Wave of Cancers After the COVID- 19 Pandemic? Open
View article: Evaluating the Strength of a Hypothesis on How Terrestrial Organisms Overcame the Loss of Water’s Protective Shield
Evaluating the Strength of a Hypothesis on How Terrestrial Organisms Overcame the Loss of Water’s Protective Shield Open
Evaluating the Strength of a Hypothesis on How Terrestrial Organisms Overcame the Loss of Water’s Protective Shield Evaluating the Strength of a Hypothesis on How Terrestrial Organisms Overcame the Loss of Water’s Protective Shield Evaluat…
View article: How Worrying is the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Population Radiation Risk from Increased Number of CT-Scans?
How Worrying is the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Population Radiation Risk from Increased Number of CT-Scans? Open
More than a decade before the COVID-19 crisis, it was reported that the rapid growth in ionizing radiation-based imaging procedures had caused a significant increase in the collective dose by more than 700% and an increase in the annual pe…
View article: Time Reveals the Truth! What Treatments for COVID-19 Were Quickly Abandoned, and Which Methods, Contrary to Popular Belief, Are Still Flourishing?
Time Reveals the Truth! What Treatments for COVID-19 Were Quickly Abandoned, and Which Methods, Contrary to Popular Belief, Are Still Flourishing? Open
During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, low dose radiation therapy (LDRT) was proposed as a potentially effective treatment method. To minimize potential toxicity, the initial treatment approach involved a few mGy of adapting radia…
View article: Blue Light and Digital Screens Revisited: A New Look at Blue Light from the Vision Quality, Circadian Rhythm and Cognitive Functions Perspective
Blue Light and Digital Screens Revisited: A New Look at Blue Light from the Vision Quality, Circadian Rhythm and Cognitive Functions Perspective Open
Research conducted over the years has established that artificial light at night (ALAN), particularly short wavelengths in the blue region (~400-500 nm), can disrupt the circadian rhythm, cause sleep disturbances, and lead to metabolic dys…
View article: Exploring the Twin Paradox: From Einstein’s Theory to NASA’s Twin Astronauts
Exploring the Twin Paradox: From Einstein’s Theory to NASA’s Twin Astronauts Open
View article: Development and exacerbation of autoimmune hemolytic anemia following <scp>COVID</scp>‐19 vaccination: A systematic review
Development and exacerbation of autoimmune hemolytic anemia following <span>COVID</span>‐19 vaccination: A systematic review Open
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is caused by the production of autoantibodies against RBCs. COVID‐19 vaccines can reduce the risk of severe disease, however, various adverse effects such as AIHA were observed following vaccination. This…
View article: The Paradoxical Role of far-Ultraviolet C (far-UVC) in Inactivation of SARS-CoV-2: The Issue of Droplet Size
The Paradoxical Role of far-Ultraviolet C (far-UVC) in Inactivation of SARS-CoV-2: The Issue of Droplet Size Open
The Omicron variant is spreading at a rate we have never observed with any previous variant. A lot of efforts have been taken to inactivate SARS-CoV-2, especially the omicron variant. Specific wavelength ranges of electromagnetic radiation…