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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Standards and Financial Performance in Vietnam’s Media Sector

Nguyen et al. | Jul 29, 2026

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Standards and Financial Performance in Vietnam’s Media Sector
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In this study, the authors examine the relationship between ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors on financial performance of Vietnamese media companies, as measured by ROA and ROE. They find that ESG is positively correlated with financial performance, as is sales growth. They also find that financial leverage is negatively correlated with ROA. Overall, this is a quality study, although the methods section requires more detail.

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It's better than me: Investigating the psychological risks of AI on self-esteem

Kim et al. | Sep 07, 2026

It's better than me: Investigating the psychological risks of AI on self-esteem

Here the authors investigated whether frequent use of generative AI tools triggers upward social comparison and negatively impacts users' performance self-esteem. Based on a survey of 121 adults, they found no significant relationship between AI usage and self-esteem, concluding that current chatbot interactions do not pose the same psychological threat as peer-based comparisons.

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The effects of a high-sucrose diet on the survival of Drosophila melanogaster from a bacterial infection

Warwick et al. | May 22, 2026

The effects of a high-sucrose diet on the survival of <i>Drosophila melanogaster</i> from a bacterial infection

Excess sucrose consumption has been associated with several health problems, including inflammation and potential negative effects on immune function. However, the exact relationship between sucrose intake and immunity remains unclear, especially during bacterial infections. This study examined how sucrose intake affected the survival of fruit flies following oral infection with the bacterial pathogen Serratia marcescens.

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Eye color, visual acuity and photophobia: How eye color affects light sensitivity

Spencer et al. | May 20, 2026

Eye color, visual acuity and photophobia: How eye color affects light sensitivity

This study examined whether eye color affects photophobia and vision in elementary school students and staff, finding no significant relationship between eye color, light sensitivity, or visual acuity. However, photophobia was common across age groups, highlighting the need for greater awareness of light sensitivity in learning environments.

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Quantifying right atrial dilation relative to atrial septal defect size using an experimental model

Lee et al. | Dec 06, 2025

Quantifying right atrial dilation relative to atrial septal defect size using an experimental model
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To address the limitations in predicting the severity of Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), here the authors utilized a fluid-filled chamber model to quantify the relationship between defect size and right atrial fluid output. The findings confirmed that larger ASD diameters result in a linear increase in fluid output, validating a cost-effective model that can improve clinical prognosis and treatment planning for heart failure risks.

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Correlation between particulate matter concentrations and COPD hospitalization rates in Massachusetts

Ganeshwaran et al. | Dec 30, 2024

Correlation between particulate matter concentrations and COPD hospitalization rates in Massachusetts
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Air pollution is thought to increase the prevalence of health conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Ganeshwaran and Ropiak investigate this relationship by determining whether there is a correlation between between one type of air pollution (fine particulate matter concentrations) and COPD hospitalization rates in Massachusetts.

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