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Conference Object Citation - Scopus: 0Barriers To Bim Implementation in Sustainable Building Projects in Türkiye(East Carolina University, 2024) Aksoy, I.; Akcay, E.C.As the construction industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable building projects play a vital role in mitigating its harmful environmental impact. Building energy analysis is particularly important for sustainable projects. Building Information Modeling (BIM), which enables comprehensive data management and analysis throughout the building lifecycle, has emerged as an indispensable tool at every stage of sustainable building projects. This study aims to investigate the barriers hindering the implementation of BIM in sustainable building projects in Türkiye. For this purpose, potential barriers were initially identified through literature searches in databases such as Scopus and Web of Science. Following the literature review, a structured questionnaire was designed to evaluate the significance of 18 identified barriers on the use of BIM technology in green buildings. The results indicate that significant impediments include financial barriers such as high licensing costs, the high costs of BIM experts, and high training costs. The findings highlight the critical need for support mechanisms to facilitate the broader adoption of BIM in sustainable construction practices. © 2024 International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century. All rights reserved.Article Citation - Scopus: 0The Mean Number of Failed Components in Discrete Time Consecutive K-Out F System and Its Application To Parameter Estimation and Optimal Age-Based Preventive Replacement(Elsevier Ltd, 2025) Eryilmaz, S.; Kan, C.It is important in many respects to have information about the number of failed components in the system when or before a system fails. This paper investigates the mean number of failed components at or before the failure time of the linear consecutive k-out-of-n:F system which is a useful structure to model various engineering systems such as transportation and transmission systems. In particular, closed form expressions for the mean number of failed components within the system that have discretely distributed components lifetimes are obtained. The results are used to estimate the unknown parameter of the components’ lifetime distribution and to find the optimal replacement cycle that minimizes the expected cost per unit of time under a certain age-based replacement policy. © 2025 Elsevier LtdArticle Citation - Scopus: 0Development of a Questionnaire To Assess Phosphate Knowledge in Children With Chronic Kidney Disease and Their Caregivers(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2025) McAlister, L.; Shaw, V.; Pugh, P.; Joyce, T.; Snauwaert, E.; Bathgate, F.; Lambert, K.Introduction: Hyperphosphataemia is a common complication of paediatric chronic kidney disease (CKD), despite the use of phosphate binders and the numerous strategies employed to reduce dietary phosphate (P) intake. This article describes the development of two self-administered semi-structured Phosphate Understanding and Knowledge Assessment (PUKA) questionnaires. The purpose of these is to assess challenges with adherence and measure declarative nutrition and procedural knowledge of phosphate in children and young people (CYP) with CKD and their caregivers. The aim is to create questionnaires that will be used for future studies investigating the relationship between knowledge and blood P-levels. Methods: Questions were generated from a literature review, clinical experience and feedback from a survey sent to UK paediatric kidney dietitians. The content, format and style of the questions were adapted and validated via expert consensus (including a psychologist, play therapist, paediatric kidney dietitians and nephrologists from the international Paediatric Renal Nutrition Taskforce, and our Young Persons’ Advisory Group), two caregivers and two CYP. A draft questionnaire was piloted with five caregivers and CYP with CKD to ensure face and content validity. To allow utilisation in a planned multi-centre trial, it was translated into five languages (Dutch, French, German, Italian and Turkish). The final English version questionnaires were used in a sample of CYP with CKD stages 4–5 and on dialysis (CKD4-5D), and caregivers, from three UK paediatric kidney centres. Results: From an initial pool of 80 questions, 37 were included in the final PUKA questionnaire. Thirteen were knowledge-based, and a knowledge score was developed. An adult and a child-friendly format were designed. Pilot testing confirmed face validity to ensure the questions were understandable. Forty-four CYP with CKD4-5D and 33 caregivers completed the final English PUKA questionnaires, with over 80% rating it easy to complete. The median time required to complete it was 11:06 min (IQR: 7:22–16:31). Conclusions: The PUKA questionnaires are a valid and reliable tool for measuring P-related knowledge and experiences of managing phosphate in CYP with CKD and their caregivers. © 2025 The British Dietetic Association Ltd.Article Citation - Scopus: 0Protective Effects of Metformin in Non-Diabetic Rats With Experimentally Induced Lower Extremity Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury(Turkish National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society, 2025) Demirtas, H.; Yildirim, A.K.; Ozer, A.; Dursun, A.D.; Sezen, S.C.; Kucuk, A.; Arslan, M.Aim: Lower extremity ischemia-reperfusion (IR) injury can lead to substantial skeletal muscle damage and systemic complications, primarily driven by oxidative stress and inflammation. In addition to its well-known glucose-lowering effects, metformin possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may confer protection against tissue damage caused by IR. This study aims to evaluate the potential protective effects of metformin on skeletal muscle injury using a rat model of lower extremity IR. Material and Methods: A total of twenty-four male Wistar albino rats were randomly divided into four experimental groups: Control (C), Ischemia-Reperfusion (IR), IR with metformin at 4 mg/kg (IR+M4), and IR with metformin at 8 mg/kg (IR+M8). Ischemia was induced by clamping the infrarenal aorta for 45 minutes, followed by a reperfusion period of 120 minutes. In the treatment groups, metformin was administered intraperitoneally at the onset of ischemia. Gastrocnemius muscle tissues were harvested for subsequent histopathological and biochemical evaluations, including measurements of Total Antioxidant Status (TAS), Total Oxidant Status (TOS), and Oxidative Stress Index (OSI). Results: Histopathological analysis demonstrated a significant reduction in muscle atrophy, degeneration, leukocyte infiltration, and fiber fragmentation in the IR+M8 group compared to the IR group. Biochemical assessments showed that TAS levels were considerably elevated, whereas TOS and OSI levels were markedly reduced in the metformin-treated groups, with the most prominent effects observed at the higher dosage of 8 mg/kg. Conclusion: The findings indicate that metformin exerts a dose-dependent protective effect against skeletal muscle injury resulting from lower extremity ischemia-reperfusion in rats. These protective properties are likely due to metformin’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms, highlighting its potential therapeutic value in mitigating IR-induced tissue damage. © 2025, Turkish National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society. All rights reserved.Article Citation - Scopus: 0In-Vivo Antioxidant and Therapeutic Effects of Ellagic Acid on Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury in Skeletal Muscle(Turkish National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society, 2025) Demirtas, H.; Ozer, A.; Yigit, D.; Dursun, A.D.; Yigman, Z.; Kosa, C.; Arslan, M.Aim: Skeletal muscle ischemia-reperfusion (IR) injury is a critical clinical issue characterized by oxidative stress, inflammation, and tissue damage, potentially leading to systemic organ dysfunction. Ellagic acid (EA), a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound, is widely recognized for its strong antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and antiapoptotic effects demonstrated in various preclinical studies. This study sought to assess the therapeutic effects of EA in a rat model of lower extremity IR injury, focusing on histopathological and biochemical parameters. Material and Methods: 24 male Albino Wistar rats were randomly divided into four groups: Sham, EA, IR, and IR+EA. IR injury was induced by occluding the infrarenal abdominal aorta for 45 minutes, followed by 120 minutes of reperfusion. EA (40 mg/kg) was administered intraperitoneally prior to reperfusion. Left gastrocnemius muscle samples were collected for histopathological and biochemical analyses, including TOS, TAS, OSI, levels and PON-1 enzyme activity. Results: The IR group showed marked muscle injury, with a significantly higher total injury score (10.00±0.63) compared to the Sham (2.00±0.58) and EA groups (2.00±0.52) (p<0.001, both). The IR-EA group demonstrated notable improvement, with a reduced total injury score (6.17±0.54), which was also significantly lower than the IR group (p<0.001). Biochemically, TAS levels and PON-1 activity significantly decreased while TOS and OSI levels increased in the IR group compared to the sham and EA groups. In addition, EA treatment significantly increased TAS levels and PON-1 activity while reducing TOS and OSI levels in the IR-EA group compared to the IR group (p=0.039, p=0.045, p=0.045, p=0.007, respectively). Conclusion: EA effectively mitigated skeletal muscle damage induced by IR injury through its antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and antiapoptotic mechanisms. The results suggest that EA exhibits potential effects as a therapeutic agent in managing IR-related injuries. © 2025, Turkish National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society. All rights reserved.Article Citation - Scopus: 0Outcomes of Gonioscopy-Assisted Transluminal Trabeculotomy in Children With Early-Onset Glaucoma Secondary To Sturge–weber Syndrome(American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2025) Aktas, Z.; El Sayed, Y.; Ucgul, A.Y.; Gawdat, G.; Elhilali, H.; Aboalazayem, F.Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy (GATT) in managing early-onset glaucoma secondary to Sturge–Weber syndrome (SWS). Design: A retrospective interventional case series. Participants: Medical records of 16 patients (22 eyes) diagnosed with early-onset glaucoma secondary to SWS who underwent GATT surgery were reviewed. Methods: All patients underwent GATT surgery using a 5-0 or 6-0 prolene suture under general anesthesia. Main Outcome Measures: The primary outcomes were intraocular pressure (IOP) reduction, complete surgical success (IOP ≤ 18 mmHg without medications), qualified surgical success (IOP ≤ 18 mmHg with medications), and postoperative complications. Results: The mean IOP decreased significantly from 25.4 ± 4.8 mmHg at baseline to 15.7 ± 4.2 mmHg at the final follow-up (P < 0.001), representing a 38.19% reduction. The mean age at the time of GATT surgery was 33.6 ± 33.9 months. The mean follow-up duration was 16.3 ± 6.4 months. Complete surgical success was achieved in 45.4% of eyes (10 out of 22), while qualified success was reached in 81.8% of eyes (18 out of 22). Despite the overall success, 18.1% of eyes (4 eyes) required additional surgical interventions during the follow-up period. These included Ahmed glaucoma valve implantation in 1 eye, trabeculectomy in 2 eyes, and transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation in 1 eye. Transient hyphema was the only reported complication, resolving spontaneously within 1 week without further intervention. Conclusions: Gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy appears to be a promising surgical option for managing early-onset glaucoma in patients with SWS, offering significant IOP reduction and a favorable safety profile within the limitations of our study. However, further studies with longer follow-up periods and comparative groups are necessary to confirm these findings. Financial Disclosure(s): The author(s) have no proprietary or commercial interest in any materials discussed in this article. © 2025Article Citation - Scopus: 0Effect of 25(Oh)d Supplementation on Adipokines and Advanced Glycation End Products in Experimental Type 2 Diabetic and Obesity Rat Model(Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2025) Toprak, C.; Yigitaslan, S.; Aykanat, E.B.; Sirmagul, B.; Sahinturk, V.Diabetes mellitus is a global health problem and vitamin D deficiency is thougt to be a reasonal factor for development of diabetes. Our aim is to investigate among vitamin D levels and blood glucose, insulin resistance, adiponectin, apelin, tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-6 (IL-6), oxidative stress index (OSI) levels and advanced glycation end products (AGEs) formation in modeled obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) rats. During the 14-week experiment; 1-Control group was fed standart diet-(12 % of calories of fat), 2-Diabetes group was fed high fat diet (HFD)-at the 4th week Streptozotocin (STZ) (35 mg/kg) was injected, 3-Diabetes/vitamin D group was fed HFD-at the 4th week STZ was injected-between 4th-14th week vitamin D supplement was administered, 4-Obesity group was fed HFD-(40% of calories as fat), 5-Obesity/vitamin D group was fed HFD-between 4th-14th week vitamin D supplement was administered. At 14th week, biochemical parameters, adipokine concentrations, kidney tissue cytokine levels, liver tissue oxidative stress index parameters were measured in serum and tissue using commercial ELISA kits, H&E (hematoxylin & Eosin) staining of kidney, heart, liver, coronary artery, renal artery tissues and immunohistochemical staining of kidney tissues were performed. It was concluded that vitamin D can alleviate glucose parameters and lipid parameters in type 2 diabetic and obesity modeled rats and we think it may be useful adjuvant agent in obesity and T2DM treatment. © 2025 Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. All rights reserved.Article Citation - Scopus: 0Ultrasonic Vibration-Assisted Machining of Invar 36 Alloy Manufactured by Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing(Elsevier Inc., 2025) Namlu, R.H.; Küçüköztaş, K.; Kalkan, H.; Kaftanoğlu B.Invar 36, known for its low coefficient of thermal expansion, is widely used in applications like composite moulds, electronics, and optics. Although Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) offers high deposition rates and cost-effectiveness for Invar 36, it creates rough surface textures requiring machining as post-processing. In order to overcome Invar 36′s machinability challenges, Ultrasonic Vibration-Assisted Machining (UVAM) was applied for the first time on WAAM-fabricated Invar 36. The results showed that UVAM outperformed conventional machining in terms of cutting force, surface roughness and topography, subsurface microhardness and tool wear with improvements observed in both building and deposition directions. © 2025 CIRPBook Part Citation - Scopus: 0Glaucoma Associated With Non-Acquired Ocular Disorders(Springer International Publishing, 2024) Aktas, Z.; Ucgul, A.Y.; Ikiz, G.D.Congenital ocular disorders with a significant potential to develop glaucoma include Axenfeld-Rieger syndrome, Peters anomaly, and aniridia. Other ocular conditions such as microcornea, congenital ectropion uveae, oculodermal melanocytosis, posterior polymorphous dystrophy, congenital iris hypoplasia, and various congenital retinal diseases can also be complicated by glaucoma development. The risk of developing glaucoma in Axenfeld-Rieger syndrome, Peters anomaly, and aniridia is notably high (50-75%) compared to the other condition where this risk is relatively lower (10-15%). Glaucoma secondary to these congenital disorders tends to have a severe clinical course and be more resistant to anti-glaucomatous therapies compared to primary congenital glaucoma. Managing intraocular pressure (IOP) can be challenging after treating concomitant anomalies such as cataract and corneal opacity. Furthermore, IOP-lowering procedures, such as drainage tube implantation, may lead to corneal decompensation and cataract development. Given the complexity of these conditions, a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective treatment of these diseases. Long-term follow-up is crucial to monitor for the development of glaucoma. While topical anti-glaucoma medications are mostly used as the first-line therapy, many cases ultimately require surgical interventions, such as trabeculectomy and tube implant surgery. Transscleral diode cyclophotocoagulation can be an appropriate treatment option for patients with limited or no visual potential. Often, multiple interventions are necessary to achieve adequate IOP control. In addition to managing IOP, amblyopia rehabilitation is a critical component of the lifelong treatment of these challenging cases. This comprehensive approach ensures that both the ocular and visual development needs of individuals with these challenging conditions are addressed effectively. © The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Investigation of Hepatitis E Virus Seroprevalence and Risk Factors in Hemodialysis Patients(Frontiers Media Sa, 2025) Ozturk, Hakki; Ozsoy, Metin; Tuna, Aysegul; Varlibas, Artuner; Cesur, Salih; Aksoy, Altan; Demir, Mehmet EminBackground: Hemodialysis patients are at increased risk for hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection due to their immunocompromised status and frequent exposure to invasive medical procedures. HEV can lead to chronic infections and severe complications, particularly in high-risk populations. This study aimed to determine HEV-IgG seroprevalence among hemodialysis patients in Ankara, Turkey, and evaluate associated risk factors. Methods: A total of 160 hemodialysis patients from three private dialysis centers in Ankara were included in this prospective, cross-sectional study. Anti-HEV-IgG antibodies were detected using the ELISA method. Demographic characteristics and potential risk factors, including dialysis duration, comorbidities, blood transfusion history, drinking water source, dietary habits, and involvement in animal husbandry, were assessed via structured surveys. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS Version 22.0, with Pearson's chi-square and Fisher's exact tests applied to categorical variables. Logistic regression analysis was performed to identify independent risk factors for HEV seropositivity. Results: HEV-IgG seropositivity was detected in 42 patients (26.25%). Seroprevalence increased significantly with age, rising from 6.7% in patients under 55 years to 47.4% in those over 65 years (p < 0.001). Extended dialysis duration (>5 years) was also significantly associated with HEV seropositivity (p = 0.02). However, no significant associations were found between HEV seropositivity and gender, blood transfusion history, source of drinking water, consumption of raw meat, or involvement in animal husbandry (p > 0.05). Conclusion: The HEV-IgG seroprevalence among hemodialysis patients in Ankara was higher than previously reported rates in Turkey. Age and prolonged dialysis duration emerged as significant risk factors, underscoring the importance of screening and preventive strategies in this vulnerable population. Further multi-regional studies are needed to better understand HEV transmission dynamics and improve management strategies in hemodialysis patients.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Mapping the Anterolateral Ligament of the Knee: a Bibliometric Analysis(Springernature, 2025) Oktem, Hale; Jamil, Yusuf; Sever, Sinem NurBackgroundThis study aims to evaluate research trends, key contributors, and thematic focuses in research of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) of the knee. It seeks to identify future direction for studies related to long-term clinical outcomes regarding ALL's role in rotational stability, especially in the context of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries.MethodsA bibliometric analysis was conducted using the Web of Science (WoS) database, covering publications from 2012 to 2024 with the search term "anterolateral ligament". A total of 942 studies were identified. Descriptive statistics summarized publication trends, authorship, institutional contributions, and citation metrics. VOSviewer software was used to analyze co-authorship network analysis, keyword co-occurrence mapping, and total citation analysis. Yearly publication and citation trends were analyzed using WoS data. Studies addressing the ALL in other body regions were excluded. Additionally, only authors with at least one publication and one citation were considered, and documents with more than 25 authors were excluded. A total citation analysis was conducted, and 24 relevant keywords with more than 5 occurrences were identified using VOSviewer.ResultsAmong 942 publications, 707 were original articles. Research output peaked in 2017 (125 articles). Sonnery-Cottet was the leading author (75 publications), while Universidade De S & atilde;o-Paulo emerged as the top institution (57 publications). Key journals included Arthroscopy: Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery (143 articles) and The American Journal of Sports Medicine (131 articles). Keywords such as "anterior cruciate ligament", "reconstruction", and "rotational stability" dominated, reflecting a focus on ACL injury management. The top ten cited studies accrued 3,86 citations, with Claes et al.'s anatomical study leading (621 citations). Of the 942 ALL-related articles in WoS, 381 focused on anatomy (11,278 citations) while 814 addressed reconstruction (17,048 citations). Keyword trends shifted from anatomical to clinical terms, with anatomy declining and stability, injury, and outcomes gaining prominence from 2021 to 2024.ConclusionsThis bibliometric analysis underscores the growing interest in ALL research, peaking between 2016 and 2017. While foundational studies on ALL anatomy and biomechanics appear saturated, future research should prioritize clinical outcomes in terms of failure rate, reoperation, the long-term efficacy of ACL-ALL reconstruction, and advancements in imaging techniques.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Importance of Alkaline Phosphatase as a Predictor of Transient Hypoparathyroidism After Parathyroidectomy(Springernature, 2025) Gulen, Merter; Emral, Ahmet Cihangir; Sariyildiz, Gulcin TurkmenBackgroundThere are insufficient studies that have investigated the relationship between temporary hypoparathyroidism (hypoPTH) and the preoperative serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) level in patients with no renal function disorder who have undergone isolated parathyroidectomy. The aim of this study was to determine whether or not the preoperative serum ALP level could be a marker which could predict the development of postoperative temporary hypoPTH. MethodsThis cross-sectional study included 158 patients aged > 18 years who were diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) between 2017 and 2022. The demographic data of the patients were retrieved from the hospital records. The patients were separated into two groups according to the serum calcium level after the parathyroidectomy, as the normal group and the temporary hypoPTH group. The determinants of temporary hypoPTH developing after parathyroidectomy in PHPT patients were investigated using multivariate logistic regression analysis. ResultsTemporary hypoPTH was determined in 25.3% of patients. The mean age and 25-O-HD level were determined to be lower in the patients who developed temporary hypoPTH compared to those who did not. The preoperative serum ALP, parathormone, and 24-h urine calcium levels were determined to be higher in the cases that developed temporary hypoPTH. As a result of the regression analysis, only the serum ALP level was determined to be an independent risk factor predicting the development of temporary hypoPTH (p: 0.005, OR: 1.021). In the ROC analysis, when a cutoff value of 119.5 pg/mL was taken for ALP, it was determined to have 73% sensitivity and 72% specificity for the prediction of the development of temporary hypoPTH. ConclusionsThe most appropriate treatment for symptomatic PHPT patients selected with positive imaging is minimally invasive parathyroidectomy. The most important postoperative complications are hypocalcemia and hypoPTH. The preoperative serum ALP level may be helpful in determining patients at risk of developing temporary hypoPTH following parathyroidectomy.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Modelling the Positive and Negative Interaction Between Mood and Thermal Sensation in the Built Environment Using a Combined Markov Chain Monte Carlo Algorithm and Morris Method(Sage Publications Ltd, 2025) Ozbey, Mehmet Furkan; Turhan, CihanMood states, categorized into subscales such as Tension (TEN), Anger (ANG), Fatigue (FAT), Vigour (VIG), Confusion (CON), and Depression (DEP), affect occupants' perceptions of thermal environments. This study investigates the influence of these subscales on thermal sensation, exploring both positive and negative effects. Experiments were conducted in a temperate climate zone over an extended period, including both heating and cooling seasons, with 1159 volunteers. The Morris Method was used to assess the impact of psychological parameters (TEN, ANG, FAT, VIG, CON, DEP) on thermal sensation. Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) simulations, performed via Python code developed by the authors, evaluated the positive and negative impacts of these subscales across 30,000 simulations. Results showed that VIG was the most influential parameter, while CON and FAT had negative effects (feeling cooler) on thermal sensation. These findings emphasize the complex relationship between psychological factors and thermal perception, underlining the importance of mood states in designing environments that enhance thermal comfort. The study offers valuable insights into the interplay of emotional well-being and physiological responses, contributing to environmental psychology and climate-responsive design.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Exploring the Thermal Stability of Sb2se3 for Potential Applications Through Advanced Thermal Analysis Methods(Amer Chemical Soc, 2025) Altuntas, Gozde; Isik, Mehmet; Surucu, Gokhan; Parlak, Mehmet; Surucu, OzgeAntimony selenide (Sb2Se3) is a promising material for energy applications, including photovoltaics, thermoelectrics, and photodetectors, due to its favorable electronic properties, availability, and low toxicity. However, its thermal stability, crucial for device efficiency and reliability, has been less explored, leaving a gap in understanding its high-temperature suitability. This study evaluates the thermal stability of Sb2Se3 using thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential thermal analysis (DTA), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). The results show that Sb2Se3 remains stable up to 500 degrees C, with two significant weight loss stages: 1.75% between 500 and 610 degrees C, and 3.50% between 610 and 775 degrees C, indicating decomposition processes. Activation energies for the decomposition phases were determined as 121.8 and 57.2 kJ/mol using the Coats-Redfern method. Additionally, an endothermic phase transition was observed between 599 and 630.6 degrees C via DSC analysis. These findings demonstrate Sb2Se3's potential for high-temperature energy applications, providing essential insights for optimizing its use in solar cells, thermoelectric devices, and other technologies.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Universality and Non-Embeddability Into Banach Spaces of Subspaces of the Real Line With the Gromov-Hausdorff Distance(Springer-Verlag Italia Srl, 2025) Ostrovska, Sofiya; Ostrovskii, Mikhail I.The paper aims to prove two universality results which can be used to simplify some of the available proofs of non-embeddability results for the Gromov-Hausdorff metrics.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Global Insights Into Food Fraud From Location-Based Analysis: Food Adulteration in Turkey(Wiley, 2025) Kavruk, Murat; Balci, Tugce Nur; Ozel, Irem Cagla; Ozalp, Veli Cengiz; Aydin, AliBackgroundFood fraud and adulteration pose critical global challenges impacting economic stability and public health. This study examines the prevalence and characteristics of food fraud incidents in Turkey, an international player in the food supply chain. Controls carried out from production to consumption reveal many fraudulent events worldwide.ResultsData collected by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of T & uuml;rkiye from 2012 to 2022, covering 4007 incidents and 7180 specific cases of adulteration, form the basis of this analysis. The study categorizes food fraud by region, product group and type of fraud, revealing trends and patterns. Key findings indicate a higher incidence of fraud in milk, meat and vegetable oil products, including the detection of drug-based adulteration having potential for serious health consequences.ConclusionAt most importance, we demonstrated the importance of risk-based food inspections and the development of new detection technologies to enhance food safety. The results are fundamental for more effective food inspections in terms of risk-based conformity assessment approaches or developing new methods, devices and analysis kits in terms of scientific and technological approaches. Still, they can also significantly improve future food safety measures. These insights are aimed at informing global food safety strategies and policymaking, contributing to a safer and more transparent food supply chain. (c) 2025 The Author(s). Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Caval Valve Implantation Procedure in 7 Cases of Torrential Tricuspid Regurgitation and Step-By Description of the Procedure(Kare Publ, 2025) Bozbas, Huseyin; Barcin, Cem; Asfour, Mohamed; Celebi, Savas A.; Cam, Ersin; Ilkay, ErdoganTricuspid regurgitation (TR) is an increasingly prevalent and clinically significant health problem.1 Due to the growing understanding of the importance of TR, the tricuspid valve has transitioned from being a forgotten valve to one of significant concern. Tricuspid regurgitation is often functional, and as it progresses to moderate or severe stages, hospital admissions increase and prognosis worsens.1,2 There are no effective pharmacological treatments for TR, and the 5-year survival rate with medical management is reported to be less than 50%.3 Therefore, early diagnosis and timely intervention for TR is crucial. Both surgical and percutaneous treatment options are available for severe TR. The mortality rate for isolated TR surgery is generally high.4 In recent years, transcatheter treatments have become feasible for this patient group, and accumulating evidence shows that transcatheter treatment is superior to medical management.5,6 Transcatheter interventions for TR can be performed in 4 ways, 2 involving repair and 2 involving valve We aimed to present our experience with transcatheter caval valve implantation (CAVI) in 7 patients with torrential TR who were not suitable for surgical intervention or transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) due to severe coaptation defects, review the current literature, and provide a step-by-step description of the procedure.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Integration of Conductive Additives To Pla-Based Biodegradable Composite Films To Improve Their Electrical, Mechanical, and Physical Characteristics(Wiley, 2025) Rakea, Aisha Muthana; Tirkes, Suha; Yildiz, Umit Hakan; Tirkes, Seha; Tayfun, UmitIn this study, Oltu stone powder (OS) and Fe3O4/mica-based conductive pigment (CP) were compounded with polylactic acid (PLA) to develop bio-based conductive films. Four different concentrations of 1%, 10%, 20%, and 30% of powders were applied to determine their optimal concentration in the PLA matrix. The mechanical, thermomechanical, electrical conductivity, melt-flow, and morphological properties of composite films were reported using the tensile, hardness, and impact tests, dynamic mechanical analyses test, linear four-probe method, and atomic force microscopy (AFM), melt-flow index measurements, and scanning electron microscopy methodology, respectively. According to tensile test results, tensile strength and modulus characteristics of PLA decrease with additive integration. However, the elongation value of PLA declined as OS and CP loadings increased. The maximum tensile performance was attained for composites filled with 20% of both CP and OS. The unfilled PLA's Shore D value rose by including OS and CP. At the same loading levels, carbon-based OS produced comparatively higher hardness values than CP, which comprised iron oxide and alumina silicate. AFM analysis revealed that both CP and OS inclusions caused enhancements in surface roughness as their filling amounts increased. In summary, composite samples exhibiting a 20% loading ratio of both OS and CP showed significantly improved mechanical and thermomechanical performances compared to other composites. Composite films with 1% additives have the potential to be applied in electrostatic packing. Additionally, 3D-printed components can be fabricated using composites for applications where appropriate mechanical resistance and electrical conductivity specifications are required.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0The Role of a Smartphone Application in Monitoring the Risk of Hearing Loss Associated With Personal Listening Devices in Young Adults(Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2025) Tuz, Deniz; Saricamlik, Selin; Bodur, Ceren; Kirazli, Gulce; Akmese, Pelin PistavBackground Exposure to loud music has been reported to affect high-frequency hearing thresholds in adults. This study aimed to use a mobile application to assess the risk of hearing loss associated with personal listening devices (PLDs) in young adults. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on 99 healthy iPhone Operating System (iOS) smartphone users aged 17 to 31 years. Based on their weekly, monthly, 6-month, and annual listening data from the "Health" application, participants were classified into at-risk or non-risk groups. Six individuals in the at-risk group underwent audiological assessments. The Speech, Spatial, and Qualities of Hearing Scale (SSQ) was given to all participants. SSQ scores were compared between groups using the Mann-Whitney U test. The correlation between average PLD sound levels and SSQ scores was analyzed using the Spearman's test. Results The weekly, monthly, 6-month, and annual listening data showed that 16, 14, 12, and 12 participants were at risk, respectively. All six participants who underwent audiological assessment exhibited normal hearing thresholds. However, a pattern of decline at high frequencies was noted. A significant difference was found between the groups in terms of overall SSQ score (z = -2.74, P = 0.00), speech perception score (z = -3.25, P = 0.00), and hearing quality score (z = -2.01, P = 0.04) based on the 6-month and annual listening data. A weak positive correlation was found between the SSQ scores across all subscales and monthly sound-level data. Exposure duration was negatively correlated with speech perception (r = -0.32, P < 0.05), spatial perception (r = -0.26, P < 0.05), and overall score (r = -0.29, P < 0.05) in weekly data, as well as with hearing quality (r = -0.21; P < 0.05) and overall score (r = -0.21, P < 0.05) in annual data. Conclusions The immediate effects of loud music exposure were absent; however, prolonged exposure resulted in reduced speech perception and hearing-quality levels. Data from the iOS "Health" application indicated that some individuals were at risk of hearing loss, suggesting the need to modify their listening habits to prevent long-term decline in hearing function.Article Citation - WoS: 0Citation - Scopus: 0Impact of Green Wall and Roof Applications on Energy Consumption and Thermal Comfort for Climate Resilient Buildings(Mdpi, 2025) Turhan, Cihan; Carpino, Cristina; Austin, Miguel Chen; Ozbey, Mehmet Furkan; Akkurt, Gulden GokcenNowadays, reducing energy consumption and obtaining thermal comfort are significant for making educational buildings more climate resilient, more sustainable, and more comfortable. To achieve these goals, a sustainable passive method is that of applying green walls and roofs that provide extra thermal insulation, evaporative cooling, a shadowing effect, and the blockage of wind on buildings. Therefore, the objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of green wall and roof applications on energy consumption and thermal comfort in an educational building. For this purpose, a university building in the Csb climate zone is selected and monitored during one year, as a case study. Then, the case building is modelled in a well-calibrated dynamic building energy simulation tool and twenty-one different plant species, which are mostly used for green walls and roofs, are applied to the envelope of the building in order to determine a reduction in energy consumption and an increase in thermal comfort. The Hedera canariensis gomera (an ivy species) plant is used for green walls due to its aesthetic appeal, versatility, and functional benefits while twenty-one different plants including Ophiopogon japonicus (Mando-Grass), Phyllanthus bourgeoisii (Waterfall Plant), and Phoenix roebelenii (Phoenix Palm) are simulated for the green roof applications. The results show that deploying Hedera canariensis gomera to the walls and Phyllanthus bourgeoisii to the roof could simultaneously reduce the energy consumption by 9.31% and increase thermal comfort by 23.55% in the case building. The authors acknowledge that this study is solely based on simulations due to the high cost of all scenarios, and there are inherent differences between simulated and real-world conditions. Therefore, the future work will be analysing scenarios in real life. Considering the limited studies on the effect of different plant species on energy performance and comfort, this study also contributes to sustainable building design strategies.
