Author(s): Rayegan S; Shu C; Berquist J; Jeon J; Zhou LG; Wang LL; Mbareche H; Tardif P; Ge H;

In the past few years, significant efforts have been made to investigate the transmission of COVID-19. This paper provides a review of the COVID-19 airborne transmission modeling and mitigation strategies. The simulation models here are classified into airborne transmission infectious risk models and numerical approaches for spatiotemporal airborne transm ...

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Author(s): Zhang R; Wang Y; Xie W; Li P; Tan H; Jiang Y;

The use of multiple robots to manufacture composite components represents a critical development direction for fiber placement systems (FPSs). In multi-robotic fiber placement systems (MRFPSs) with heterogeneous mechanical structures, robots collaborate to perform fiber placement tasks. Consequently, robot synchronization emerges as a primary factor in de ...

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Author(s): Pinto SM; Cheung JPY; Samartzis D; Karppinen J; Zheng YP; Pang MYC; Fortin M; Wong AYL;

Background: Although individuals with chronic low back pain (CLBP) show increased fatty infiltration in the lumbar multifidus muscle (LMM), it remains unclear whether LMM changes are related to clinical outcomes (such as pain and disability) after considering confounders (spinal phenotypes, fear-avoidance beliefs [FABs] and insomnia). This study examined: ...

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Author(s): Klages KL; James RN; Kain ZN; Phipps S; Alberts NM; Fortier MA;

Introduction: Cancer pain remains a significant burden among children with cancer, and many patients experience pain starting around the time of diagnosis and throughout the course of treatment. A biopsychosocial treatment approach has been recommended to improve pain management in this population; however, specific psychosocial factors that contribute to ...

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Author(s): Islam S; Rjoub G; Elmekki H; Bentahar J; Pedrycz W; Cohen R;

This survey paper explores the transformative role of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), marking a paradigm shift from conventional, manually driven resuscitation practices to intelligent, data-driven interventions. It examines the evolution of CPR through the lens of predictive modeling, AI-enha ...

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Author(s): Rosenstein B; Montpetit C; Vaillancourt N; Dover G; Weiss C; Papula LA; Melek A; Fortin M;

Low back pain (LBP) is a disabling disease and a public health concern. Aquatic exercise is an alternative form of exercise with less spinal loading and difficulty performing movements, benefiting those with pain-related fear. This study aimed to investigate the effect of an aquatic exercise prog ...

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Author(s): Cierson T; Zhao K; Belkhelladi M; Babouras A; Jing J; Faith J; Corban J; Martineau PA;

Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries can pose significant challenges for athletes, leading to significant morbidity, loss of playing time, and impaired performance. Neuromuscular training programs, such as the FIFA 11+, have shown promise in reducing the risk of lower extremity injuries in this high-risk population. Purpose/hypothesis: T ...

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Author(s): Medvetskaya A; Ryder AG; Doucerain MM;

In superdiverse societies like Canada, characterized by high levels of cultural and ethnic plurality, national identity boundaries are often blurry. While policies may officially promote inclusiveness, public discourse on national identity is frequently dominated by mainstream groups, whose willingness to expand these boundaries plays a crucial role in fo ...

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Author(s): Gudymenko A; Iuliano SG; Gagnon IJ; Iverson GL; Cook NE; Zemek R; Teel EF;

Children with concussion are injured through a variety of mechanisms, but the relationship between mechanism of injury (MOI) and recovery outcomes is unclear due to small sample sizes and varied methodological designs. Our objective was to examine the association of MOI and clinical recovery in youth with concussion using a large dataset collated from a s ...

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Author(s): Rasoulivalajoozi M; Cucuzzella C; Farhoudi M;

The interaction between users and mobility aids, including emotional attachment and functional expectations, influences their perceptions and decisions on acceptance and continued use during rehabilitation. Tracking interactions during rehabilitation helps identify key intervention points, leading to effective therapeutic relationships and user-centered m ...

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Author(s): Liu M; Arseneau-Bruneau I; Farrés Franch M; Latorre ME; Samuels J; Issa E; Payumo A; Rahman N; Loureiro N; Leung TCM; Nave KM; von Handorf KM; Hoddinott JD; Coffey EBJ; Grahn J; Zatorre RJ;

This study investigates the interactions between musicianship and two auditory cognitive processes: auditory working memory (AWM) and stream segregation. The primary hypothesis is that AWM could mediate a relationship between musical training and enhanced stream segregation capabilities. Two grou ...

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