Body armor can mitigate some of the effects of explosions, though the extent to which it shields internal organs from damaging forces is not fully understood. Researchers sought to address this knowledge gap by using a computational model of the human torso to investigate how ballistic protection alters the transmission of blast forces through the body. Their simulations showed reduced peak stresses in the heart, lungs, and liver, but limited benefits for skeletal structures and potentially increased localized stress at the body's surface. The team also identified limitations in an established lung injury assessment model and proposed an alternative threshold based on chest wall velocity, which requires further validation. More accurate criteria for evaluating injuries in armored individuals could ultimately inform clinical assessment of internal trauma and guide the development of equipment better suited to the complex effects of explosions. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Numerical Study of Human Torso Mechanical Response and Injury Assessment Under Blast Loading with Bulletproof Protection 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Hong Zhang, Jiahao Lee, Mengqi Yuan, Shaobo Qi, and Hongyuan Zhou @BIT1940 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

AI-assisted tools show promise for planning wisdom tooth extractions, but a lack of clarity in how their performance is measured and reported can make their clinical value difficult to determine. A letter to the editor analyzes a recently published framework for AI-assisted third molar extraction planning, highlighting uncertainties about its accuracy and readiness for routine practice. The authors identify inconsistencies in reported numerical results and scoring criteria, along with gaps in the documentation of expert annotations and algorithmic failures. While recognizing the framework's methodological promise, they emphasize the need for transparent reporting, representative datasets, and independent external validation before such systems can be considered ready for clinical use. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: Reference Standards, Numerical Consistency, and Scoring Logic: Pre-deployment Assurance Considerations for AI-Assisted Third Molar Extraction Planning 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Carlos Fernando Mourão, Luiz Eduardo Juliasse, and Rodrigo dos Santos Pereira @TuftsUniversity @TuftsDental @ufrj 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Rugby players face frequent collisions that can cause serious head injuries, raising questions about how effectively softshell headgear protects against potentially injurious impacts. To assess their protective capabilities, researchers conducted controlled drop tests comparing three models – GameBreaker-Pro, GameBreaker-Prototype, and NPro – against an unprotected baseline. Impacts were delivered at four heights across five orientations to simulate plausible on-field collisions, with measurements capturing peak linear acceleration, rotational acceleration, and rotational velocity. All three designs reduced peak accelerations, but GameBreaker-Pro demonstrated the strongest overall performance, lowering linear and rotational acceleration by 32.3% and 43.4%, respectively, with particularly substantial improvements during side impacts. These findings could inform more rigorous equipment testing standards and design requirements, providing a foundation for determining whether reduced head accelerations translate into fewer concussions and other brain injuries among rugby players. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Assessing the Efficacy of GameBreaker Softshell Headgear in Reducing Peak Head Kinematics 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Annette G. Heward-Swale, George Stilwell, Elena Moltchanova, Nick Draper, and Natalia Kabaliuk @UCNZ 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

The growing use of AI detection tools in academic publishing raises questions about their reliability and potential effects on scientific writing. A recent letter to the editor examines the unintended consequences of AI detection tools used by academic journals to evaluate manuscript authorship. The analysis highlights how these systems assess statistical patterns in writing rather than factual accuracy or authorial honesty, potentially misclassifying legitimate scientific prose as AI-generated. These limitations have encouraged a practice known as "un-AI-ing" – the deliberate alteration of text to evade detection – which can allow authors to conceal AI-generated content while pressuring legitimate scholars, particularly non-native English speakers, to compromise the clarity of their writing. In response, the letter advocates for transparent disclosure policies, context-sensitive evaluation, and greater editorial judgment, emphasizing that research integrity depends on author accountability rather than statistical patterns in scientific prose. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: Un-AI-ing: Compliance, Evasion, and the Distortion of Research Writing in the Age of AI Detection 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Louie Giray @MapuaUniv @xezeruni 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Robotic exoskeletons hold promise for spinal cord injury rehabilitation, but electrically stimulated muscles can fatigue rapidly, making it difficult to sustain therapeutic movement. Exploring a potential way to monitor muscle performance, researchers evaluated viscoelastic response ultrasound imaging as a method for measuring changes in muscle stiffness during contraction. The study involved five participants without spinal cord injury and three with spinal cord injury, assessing responses to functional electrical stimulation and voluntary muscle activation. Changes in muscle stiffness closely correlated with stimulation-induced torque, although the relationship varied with ultrasound transducer orientation in participants with spinal cord injury. Ultrasound-based feedback could eventually enable rehabilitation exoskeletons to coordinate electrical stimulation and robotic assistance more precisely, helping reduce unnecessary stimulation and improve the efficiency of rehabilitation sessions. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: VisR Ultrasound for Monitoring Muscle Fatigue with FES-Induced and Volitional Isometric Contraction of the Rectus Femoris in Participants with Uninjured and Injured Spinal Cords 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: J. Aidan Armstrong, Krysten F. Lambeth, Joseph B. Richardson, Nitin Sharma, and Caterina M. Gallippi @UNC @NCState @jointbme @NCStateECE 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

For patients undergoing surgery to correct complex skull and facial abnormalities, external devices used to gradually reposition bones can increase the risk of infection, mechanical complications, and psychological distress. Researchers sought to overcome these challenges by developing a fully internal, magnetically actuated craniofacial distraction system, using finite element modeling to optimize its magnetic coupling mechanism. They compared a conventional magnetic configuration with a redesigned U-shaped architecture incorporated into the new system, revealing several key findings: 🔹 Conventional magnetic coupling weakened substantially as separation distance increased. 🔹 The redesigned system achieved up to six times greater peak torque and more than five times greater torsional stiffness. 🔹 Improved magnetic coupling maintained clinically relevant torque transmission across greater distances. Demonstrating the feasibility of magnetic actuation through soft tissue represents a step toward fully implantable craniofacial devices that could reduce treatment-related complications and patient burden, pending further preclinical validation. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: The Magnet-Actuated Craniofacial (MAC) Distraction System: Magnetic Coupling Modeling 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Mohammed A. Fouda, David Dostal, and Caitlin E. Hoffman @WeillCornell @WCMCBrainSpine @nyphospital 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Stroke survivors may experience impaired blood flow to the brain long after the initial injury, yet few drug-free interventions are available to improve circulation during rehabilitation. Researchers addressed this need by evaluating whether low-frequency electrical stimulation of a nerve in the lower leg could increase oxygen delivery to brain tissue. In 18 ischemic stroke survivors, they used a wearable device to administer stimulation across three body positions and employed cardiovascular computational modeling to examine the underlying physiological mechanisms. Stimulation produced greater increases in cortical oxygenation at higher intensities, particularly in upright positions and participants with larger strokes, while computational modeling indicated that increased venous return and cardiac output contributed to these effects. Although larger controlled trials are needed, these findings could inform the development of wearable therapies tailored to patients' cardiovascular responses and rehabilitation needs, potentially expanding treatment options during stroke recovery. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Enhancement of Cerebral Oxygenation by Lower-Limb Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Stroke Survivors 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Anirban Dutta, Yashika Arora, Sandra Leason, @AllamHarfoush, and Kausik Chatterjee @unibirmingham @unibirm_CMH @aiims_newdelhi @TheCountessNHS @NIRSlearn 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

The Annals of Biomedical Engineering (ABME) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 – 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵: Young-Jun Koo, Naomichi Ogihara, and Seungbum Koo for their paper, “Active Arm Swing During Running Improves Rotational Stability of the Upper Body and Metabolic Energy Efficiency.” This study investigates how arm swing contributes to stability and energy efficiency during running. Using full-body musculoskeletal simulations incorporating 150 muscles, the researchers compared active arm swing, passive arm swing, and fixed arms. Despite requiring more energy from the upper limb muscles, active arm swing reduced torso rotation and overall metabolic energy consumption in the simulations – findings that could inform strategies for improving athletic performance and supporting rehabilitation. ABME congratulates the authors and commends their contribution to the field of biomechanics. Their work exemplifies the journal’s mission to publish innovative research that advances biomedical engineering and improves human health. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… @ETRINewsmaker @UTokyo_News_en @UTokyo_News @kaistpr 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Animal testing remains central to biomedical research despite its limitations in predicting human responses, while promising alternatives have yet to achieve the consistency needed for widespread adoption. A letter to the editor discusses a major initiative to improve the reliability of these alternatives – the National Institutes of Health’s $87 million investment in a Standardized Organoid Modeling Center, established to advance the standardization and validation of human-derived organoids, 3D cell structures that reproduce key features of human organs. The authors highlight how consistent production methods, artificial intelligence, and rigorous validation could improve the reproducibility and reliability of these models across laboratories. They also emphasize the importance of balancing standardization with experimental flexibility and recognizing the limitations of organoids in replicating complex interactions between organ systems. The initiative could help establish a more rigorous framework for determining when organoids are appropriate for specific research questions, strengthening the scientific basis for their use in disease modeling and drug development. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: NIH’s Standardized Organoid Modeling Center: A Critical Step Toward Reproducible NAMs and Reduced Animal Testing 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲: Brain organoid depicting neural stem cells in green and neurons in magenta. Both cell types are abundant, showing normal development. 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵: 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Liangbin Zhou and Yiting Lei @CUHKofficial 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

The formation of new blood vessels is essential for healing and development – a delicate process in which changes in surrounding tissues can alter chemical signals and may contribute to vascular abnormalities. Researchers developed a computational method to examine how the expansion of living tissues affects the distribution of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), a signaling protein that helps regulate blood vessel formation. Using time-lapse images of developing vascular networks, they simulated VEGF transport as tissues expanded and vessel networks changed shape. Their findings showed that tissue growth substantially altered the distribution of VEGF, potentially influencing where and in which direction new vessels form. Clarifying how the physical environment shapes the signals governing new blood vessel formation could inform more targeted interventions for vascular disorders, helping clinicians identify when and where treatment may be most effective. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Computational Modeling Unveils the Impact of Tissue Growth and Vascular Remodeling on the Distribution of Interstitial Chemical Species 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Adithya Srinivasan, Mario de Lucio, Siavash Ghaffari, Elizabeth A. V. Jones, and @hectorgomez1980 @LifeAtPurdue @PurdueME @PurdueBME @KU_Leuven @JonesLab_KUL 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

The aortic valve opens and closes with every heartbeat, but accurately measuring how its tissue stretches and changes shape remains a challenge, particularly in patients with abnormal valve anatomy. Researchers sought to overcome these limitations by combining finite element modeling with medical image registration to improve patient-specific tracking of aortic valve deformation using 4D echocardiography and CT. Testing in 20 patients revealed several key findings: 🔹 Leaflet tracking accuracy improved by 40% over direct image registration. 🔹 Tissue strain estimates accounted for some uncertainty in the finite element model. 🔹 Preliminary findings suggested that strain differences between adult trileaflet and pediatric valves may primarily reflect changes in tissue area rather than shape distortion. Refined characterization of individual valve mechanics could eventually help clinicians evaluate surgical repair and replacement options, with the potential to support more targeted treatment planning. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Biomechanically Informed Image Registration for Patient-Specific Aortic Valve Strain Analysis 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Mohsen Nakhaei, @PouchAlison, Silvani Amin, Matthew Daemer, Christian Herz, Natalie Yushkevich, Lourdes Al Ghofaily, Nimesh Desai, Joseph Bavaria, Matthew A. Jolley, and @wensi_wu @CHOP_Research @HeartCare4Kids @PennMedicine @pennbioeng @MEAM_Penn @TJUHospital @JolleyLab 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

For patients undergoing spinal fusion, recovery depends in part on implants that hold the spine steady while helping surrounding bone grow and remain strong. With these healing demands in mind, researchers performed a scoping review of scientific literature and issued patents to explore advances in the materials and geometries of lumbar and cervical interbody devices. The authors highlight porous titanium produced by 3D printing and titanium coated with PEEK as promising options for balancing mechanical stability with bone integration. They also describe intricate curved and spiral structures designed to distribute forces more evenly and encourage bone growth. A better understanding of how implant materials and geometry work together could guide designs that provide lasting spinal stability while reducing the risk of implant failure and preserving the health of surrounding bone. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Material and Geometric Innovations in Lumbar and Cervical Interbody Devices: A Systematic Scoping Review 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Elliot Alonso Alcántara-Arreola and Christopher René Torres-SanMiguel @IPN_MX 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Conventional artificial lenses implanted in the eye cannot always correct complex vision problems, particularly in patients with irregularities in the cornea. Assessing a potential alternative, researchers conducted a systematic review of small-aperture intraocular implants, which restrict incoming light to reduce the effects of optical irregularities. The authors analyzed clinical and preclinical evidence indicating that these implants can extend the range of distances at which objects appear in focus and reduce dependence on glasses, even in eyes with complex abnormalities. However, reduced light transmission may impair vision in dim conditions, and the implants can make examination of the retina more difficult. These insights into the benefits and limitations of small-aperture optics could help clinicians identify suitable patients and refine surgical approaches when conventional lenses fall short. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Therapeutic Value and Optical Performance of Small-Aperture Intraocular Implants: A Systematic Review 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Juan J. Prados-Carmona, Mayelín Pérez-Perdomo, Alberto Villarrubia-Cuadrado, Miguel González-Andrades, Álvaro Sánchez-Ventosa, Marta Villalba-González, Timoteo González-Cruces, Yolanda Jiménez-Gómez, and Antonio Cano-Ortiz @IMIBIC @HUReinaSofia @HArruzafa @Roche @LoyolaAnd @UEuropea 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Foot pain and walking disorders can be difficult to treat in part because clinicians still lack a precise grasp of how the foot’s intricate structure manages load with every step. To better understand this mechanical complexity, researchers developed a 3D finite element model of the human foot capable of forward dynamic simulation during the stance phase of walking. Unlike simplified musculoskeletal models, this anatomically detailed representation incorporated bones, soft tissues, ligaments, and the plantar aponeurosis, and was driven by experimentally measured tibial motion and estimated muscle forces. The simulations closely matched experimental ground reaction forces, plantar pressure patterns, and bone kinematics, while also enabling estimation of internal stresses and strains that cannot be measured directly in vivo. By illuminating how internal foot structures bear and distribute forces, this framework could support improved orthotic design, surgical planning, and prevention strategies that reduce pain and preserve mobility over the long term. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Simulating Human Foot Mechanics During Walking Based on an Anatomically Detailed Forward Dynamic Finite Element Model 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Kohta Ito, Yuka Matsumoto, Hiroyuki Seki, Takeo Nagura, and Naomichi Ogihara 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Although a child's ability to maintain balance develops throughout childhood, the extent to which foot structure influences this process remains unclear. Engineers examined the association between foot morphology and postural sway in 178 children aged 6–11 using a pressure-sensitive platform. Girls aged 8–9 with high arches exhibited greater sway than those with normal arches, with a similar trend observed among older girls. In contrast, boys aged 10–11 with flat feet demonstrated reduced sway under certain testing conditions, suggesting that the relationship between foot morphology and postural stability varies by age and sex. Variations in how foot structure affects balance could inform more targeted pediatric assessments, helping clinicians identify children who may benefit from closer monitoring or balance training to support healthy motor development and reduce the risk of future lower-limb dysfunction. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Influence of Foot Morphology on Postural Sway During Childhood 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Federico Arippa, Bruno Leban, Micaela Porta, Giulia Casu, and Massimiliano Pau @univca 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Even after a surgical wound has been stitched closed, the tension holding its edges together can change over time, potentially compromising the stability of the repair. Researchers investigated these mechanical changes by developing a measurement system that simultaneously tracks suture tension, applied forces, and closure strength using silicone specimens with simulated incisions. The sutured configuration produced approximately 20% greater tension relaxation than equivalent uniaxial loading, while wound closure strength initially decreased by 5–10% before partially recovering. Increasing initial suture tension from 0.3 to 0.5 N improved closure strength by less than 5%, suggesting limited benefits from tighter suturing. Quantifying how mechanical loads change over time could help surgeons identify the optimal timing for postoperative adjustments, with the longer-term goal of maintaining wound stability throughout recovery. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: A Multimodal Measurement System for Quantifying Time-Dependent Suture Tension Relaxation and Wound Closure Strength 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Shuaiyi Li, Yiping Liu, Bao Yang, Zetong Zhu, Licheng Zhou, Zhenyu Jiang, Zejia Liu, Liqun Tang, and Xiulan Zou 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Doctors need detailed information about blood circulation to manage complex heart conditions, but obtaining it can require extensive clinical testing and computational analysis. To make this process faster and more practical, researchers compared three neural network approaches for simulating blood flow and pressure across a 17-vessel arterial network. They incorporated physical laws to improve predictive accuracy and integrated the best-performing approach with a Bayesian statistical framework. Using MRI measurements from two patients with Fontan circulation, the model reproduced measured blood flow waveforms and estimated blood pressure consistent with cuff measurements while quantifying uncertainty. By making cardiovascular assessments more computationally accessible, this approach could improve the efficiency of clinical evaluations while providing additional physiological information to guide decisions about disease management and future interventions. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: Physics-Informed Neural Operators for Parameter Inference in Multi-vessel Cardiovascular Networks 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: William Ryan, Alyssa Taylor-LaPole, Mette S. Olufsen, Vladislav Vyshemirsky, and Dirk Husmeier @UofGlasgow @NCState @NCStateSciences @NCState_Math 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…

Traditional measures of skating performance may overlook important differences in how hockey and figure skaters coordinate their movements, limiting the ability to assess proficiency and identify areas for improvement. Researchers evaluated whether wearable sensors could provide a more comprehensive picture of skating biomechanics by measuring 19 hockey and figure skaters during maximum-speed sprints. Six sensors captured conventional performance metrics alongside more detailed indicators of movement complexity, coordination between limbs, and joint motion. The analysis revealed differences associated with athletic proficiency and discipline, while most sensor-derived measures showed little correlation with vertical jump height, suggesting that conventional off-ice testing may not adequately reflect on-ice performance. These findings could inform the development of more sport-specific assessments, enabling coaches and rehabilitation specialists to better characterize movement patterns and potentially guide personalized training and return-to-sport evaluations. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: A Novel Approach to Assessing Ice Skating Sprint Performance Using Wearable Sensors 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Aminreza Khandan, Ramin Fathian, Loren ZF Chiu, Jason P. Carey, and Hossein Rouhani @UAlberta @UAlberta_Eng @UAlbertaKSR @fathian_ramin 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10…