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09/19/2024

Computer Modeling

The Ithildin library for efficient numerical solution of anisotropic reaction-diffusion problems in excitable media

Kabus and colleagues present an open-source C++ library implementing parallelization across multiple CPUs, and demonstrate its utility across simulations in contributing to the understanding of rotor waves in cardiac electrophysiology.

Image credit: Fig 1 by Kabus et al., CC BY 4.0

09/26/2024

Archaeology

Unravelling taphono-myths. First large-scale study of histotaphonomic changes and diagenesis in bone from modern surface depositions

Using the largest available sample of donated human remains, Schotsmans and colleagues explore relationships between putrefaction during the early stages of decay and bone microanatomy and composition.

Image credit: Skull by Strabismus, Pixabay

09/30/2024

Health Literacy

Effectiveness of art-based health education on anemia and health literacy among pregnant women in Western Nepal: A randomized controlled trial

Sakai and colleagues utilized different face-to-face health education intervention approaches to improve understanding of anemia, including consideration of literacy levels and cultural backgrounds. The educational materials included photos, pictures and nomograms to improve education accessibility.

Image credit: Gradient blood infographic by Freepik, Freepik

09/18/2024

Paleontology

A possible later stone age painting of a dicynodont (Synapsida) from the South African Karoo

Benoit presents a hypothesis that vertebrate fossils could have inspired rock art created about 200 years ago by the San culture of South Africa.

Image credit: Fig 1 by Julien Benoit, CC BY 4.0

09/26/2024

Official PLOS Blog

Policy-based approaches to combat large-scale integrity threats

Publication Ethics Managing Editor Renee Hoch discusses recent policies implemented by PLOS to support publication integrity.

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09/16/2024

EveryONE

Editor Spotlight – Mabel Aworh

In this interview, PLOS ONE Academic Editor Mabel Aworh shares her experience as a PLOS ONE Academic Editor, the importance of the One Health approach, and how collaborating with various government organisations and bodies has led to greater impact of her work.

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08/19/2024

EveryONE

Editor Spotlight: Apurvakumar Pandya

In this interview, PLOS ONE Academic Editor Apurvakumar Pandya shares his insights on PLOS’ role in promoting public mental health, his research focus on mental health equity, and the importance of mentorship in becoming proficient practitioners and researchers.

Image credit: Dr. Apurvakumar Pandya by Dr. Apurvakumar Pandya, CC BY 4.0

09/30/2024

Health Care

The rate, causes and predictors of ambulance call outs to residential aged care in the Australian Capital Territory: A retrospective observational cohort study

Cox and colleagues report on ambulance call outs to residential aged care sites.

Image credit: SA Ambulance Service by TuRbO_J, Flickr

09/27/2024

Cancer biology

Proteomic analysis of dorsal root ganglia in a mouse model of paclitaxel-induced neuropathic pain

Hanna and colleagues use a mouse model to uncover the molecular mechanisms that cause peripheral nervous system damage in response to a commonly used cancer drug.

Image credit: Fig 4 by Hanna et al., CC BY 4.0

09/19/2024

Molecular dynamics

Calculated hydration free energies become less accurate with increases in molecular weight

Ivanov reports that hydration models show greater prediction errors for larger molecules.

Image credit: Molecules by MasterTux, Pixabay

09/20/2024

Child Development

Modification of childcare’s outdoor setting for toddler physical activity and nature-based play: A mixed methods study

Kracht and colleagues explore physical activity applications in early childhood education centers in a mixed-methods study.

Image credit: Swing by Laterjay, Pixabay

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