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There is dire need of comprehensive data on population-level cancer screening is lacking in LMICs, to effectively manage the growing burden of cancer among women.
A dipstick assay was developed which quickly identifies pre-term birth-associated vaginal microbiota

The genetic admixture and cultural exchanges of Central Asian peoples are examined through population genomics, revealing complex interactions and contributions from various ancestral sources over time. The need for more comprehensive genomic resources in the region to advance precision medicine and fill gaps in current databases is also emphasized.

This Article supports SDG 3 by assessing the associations between oral health and functional disability and mortality in older adults.

This paper supports SDG 3 and 13 by showing that the rise in night-time heat due to climate change, which is particularly strong in urban areas due to the urban heat island effect, could have implications for health. The study found a significant association between night-time excess heat and risk of hospitalisation. Rapid urbanisation in low-income and middle-income countries means the numbers of people exposed to excess night-time heat will increase.

This study aims to evaluate the cardiorespiratory effects of ambient ozone under hypoxic conditions, where its impact may be amplified, while also providing a comprehensive assessment of other air pollutants, including their exposure levels, sources, and health effects.

As Thailand is increasingly facing climate crisis, production damage, and economic loss for farmers, alternative solutions for driving sustainable farming are needed, but not all Thai farmers can adopt sustainable farming systems, particularly smallholder farmers. To address sustainable farming for smallholder farmers, we examine the development of a cross-border supply chain between Japanese farmers knowledgeable in sustainable agricultural practices and less experienced Thai farmers.

The article concludes that meeting South East Asia ’s protein needs demands a dual focus on both quantity and quality, tailored to population-specific requirements and life stages. Sustainable solutions should leverage a mix of animal, plant, and novel protein sources, prioritizing local resources and innovations that enhance nutritional value and consumer acceptance. It cautions against simplistic shifts to plant-based diets, given persistent undernutrition and socioeconomic disparities, and stresses that future food policies and innovations must be guided by nutrient adequacy, environmental sustainability, safety, and cultural relevance to ensure robust and equitable improvements in regional nutrition.
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Agnes C. de Jesus, 18 - Environmental and Sociocultural Benefits and Challenges Associated with Geothermal Power Generation, Editors: Ronald DiPippo, Luis C.A. Gutiérrez-Negrín, Andrew Chiasson, Geothermal Power Generation: Developments and Innovation (Second Edition), Elsevier Science Ltd (Woodhead Publishing Series in Energy), 2025, Pages 533-570.

This chapter supports UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 13 (Climate Action), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by promoting clean and renewable energy solutions, mitigating climate change, fostering technological advancements, and contributing to sustainable urban and rural development.

Elsevier,

Lucien Y. Bronicki, 1 - Introduction to Geothermal Power Generation, Editors: Ronald DiPippo, Luis C.A. Gutiérrez-Negrín, Andrew Chiasson, Geothermal Power Generation: Developments and Innovation (Second Edition), Elsevier Science Ltd (Woodhead Publishing Series in Energy), 2025, Pages 1-5.

This chapter on geothermal energy supports UN Sustainable Development Goals 7, 9, 11, and 13 by providing foundational knowledge on geothermal resources, engineering practices, and sustainability, contributing to affordable and clean energy, industry innovation, sustainable urban development, and climate action.

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