Month: July 2023

Development and validation of a nomogram model for predicting unfavorable functional outcomes in ischemic stroke patients after acute phase

IntroductionPrediction of post-stroke functional outcome is important for personalized rehabilitation treatment, we aimed to develop an effective nomogram for predicting long-term unfavorable functional outcomes in ischemic stroke patients after acute phase.MethodsWe retrospectively analyzed clinical data, rehabilitation data, and longitudinal follow-up data from ischemic stroke patients who underwent early rehabilitation at multiple centers in China. An […]

Published on July 14, 2023

Improving urban planning with virtual reality

Imagine if urban planning was like designing a virtual reality game! Cartographers are using virtual reality tools, like the Unity3 game engine, to create 3D scenarios and explore different city designs. Just like game developers who test out different game levels before release, cartographers can now simulate potential changes in a city before any actual […]

Published on July 14, 2023

Climate Change Threatens Iconic Vineyards and Their Hillside Homes

Imagine a world where the finest wines, like artists performing a daring tightrope act, teeter on the edge of extinction. Nestled within the majestic hills of Italy, Portugal, and Spain, these prized vineyards cling precariously to the slopes, their roots digging in as they defy gravity. But climate change poses a formidable threat to these […]

Published on July 14, 2023