Rebecca Sta Maria

Jun 12, 2024 | karger.com | Rebecca Sta Maria

Introduction: An early detection of low-grade Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE) is of high importance. The aim of the study was to compare a neuropsychological with a psychophysical test on the basis of the Psychometric Hepatic Encephalopathy Score (PHES) regarding effectiveness in diagnosing minimal HE (MHE). \r\rMethods: In our prospective controlled observational study, we examined a total of 103 patients with liver cirrhosis for HE. The PHES, CFF and EncephalApp were performed in all patients.

Mar 13, 2024 | eastasiaforum.org | Dennis LC Weng |Jarad Jeter |Rebecca Sta Maria |Saimum Parvez

Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election does not simply signal a change in leadership. It represents a pivotal moment in the island’s assertion of its political identity and its strategic importance on the international stage. The elevation of Vice President Lai Ching-te to the presidency, in open defiance of Beijing’s stern warnings, broadcasts Taiwan’s resolve and its people’s steadfast commitment to democracy.

Mar 13, 2024 | apec.org | Rhea Crisologo Hernando |Carlos Kuriyama |Rebecca Sta Maria

The reduction and prevention of food waste require a holistic approach that involves individuals, businesses, governments and communities. In a world where food security, sustainability and resilience are paramount concerns, the need to strengthen our agri-food system has never been more pressing. The global food system continues to evolve, becoming more complex and challenging to manage effectively.

Mar 9, 2024 | caribbeannewsglobal.com | Rebecca Sta Maria

By Rebecca Sta MariaAs geopolitical tensions and concerns about the environment deepened, APEC’s 2023 agenda focused on fostering sustainable and inclusive development, highlighting its pivotal role as a forum for constructive discussion to promote international cooperation.

Mar 9, 2024 | eastasiaforum.org | Shantanu Roy-Chaudhury |Rebecca Sta Maria |Sinclair Dinnen |Dyna Phon

Cambodia runs on both renewable and non-renewable energy, a mix of hydropower, solar and biomass followed by coal and fuel oil. The share of renewables is forecasted to grow in 2024 but may not keep up with demand. Nuclear power offers the potential to help the country overcome environmental regulations and climate trends, but Cambodia is still a long away from a viable nuclear energy program. In 2020, Phnom Penh enacted a on dam development along the Mekong River and pledged to stop adding .