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2025 | Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy | Pp. 118814
Sarcopenia is currently considered a systemic condition that goes beyond muscle atrophy to include multifunctional metabolic and cardiovascular dysfunction. The mediators between skeletal muscle loss and entire body insulin resistance and increased vulnerabil...
2025 | F1000 Research | Pp. 1-9
BackgroundNon-performing loans (NPLs) pose a critical threat to the stability and financial performance of commercial banks globally. This study is grounded in Agency Theory, which highlights the risk of conflicts of interest between bank management (agents)...
2025 | Discover Applied Sciences | Pp. 1-14
The presence of naturally occurring radionuclides in drinking water can lead to long-term health risks from internal radiation exposure. Therefore, conducting a radiological assessment of water sources is essential to evaluate potential hazards, ensure public...
2025 | Wiley Biochemistry Research International | Pp. 1-7
Background: Tis study investigated the efect of the extractable hypoglycaemic principles from Securidaca longepedunculata leaves on some biochemical parameters in alloxan-induced diabetic rats with the view to having improvedpharmacological agent(s) that coul...
2025 | Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research | Pp. 2802 - 2808
Bisphenol-A (BPA), a common environmental contaminant, is linked to kidney toxicity through mechanisms involving inflammation and oxidative stress. Hesperidin, a bioactive compound found in citrus fruits, exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties....
2025 | Frontiers in Public health
Biosecurity threats, which include natural outbreaks, laboratory accidents, and intentional bioterrorism, are a major issue for global health security. The impact of poor preparedness on the health, social, and economic effects of the 1918 influenza pandemic,...
2025 | South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics | Pp. 86-103
Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) are essential to Uganda’s economic growth, yet many face early closures due to poor financial management. This study explored the influence of financial management competence on the financial performance of selected S...
2025 | NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (NIJCRHSS) | Pp. 14-24
Non-performing loans have been an issue that has hampered the functioning of commercial banks across the world. Using the liability management theory to evaluate the impact of financial transparency on non-performing loans of commercial banks in Western Ugand...
2025 | Discover Oncology | Pp. 1-10
Background Herbal medicine use among patients with cancer is prevalent particularly in low- and middle-income countries. However, concerns about safety and potential interactions with chemotherapy emphasize the need to understand the prevalence and factors as...
2025 | Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting | Pp. 245-251
Both micro and small enterprises (MSEs) can drive economies to growth and eradicate poverty, but numerous challenges challenge their finances. The principles of Islamic finance, with other-centered equity, ethical quality, and risk-sharing, have the potential...