1. The archibiome : extending engineered living materials to multiscale built environmentsAnna Malgorzata Sandak, Wojciech Pajerski, Ana Gubenšek, Karen Butina, Anja Černoša, 2026, drugi znanstveni članki Opis: The integration of living systems into architecture is advancing rapidly through developments in biotechnology, materials science, and design approaches grounded in regenerative principles. Engineered Living Materials (ELMs) and living artefacts demonstrate how microbial systems can be embedded within materials to enable responsiveness, metabolic activity, and adaptive functionality. However, current applications remain largely confined to discrete material components, overlooking the complex and dynamic microbial ecosystems already present within buildings. This opinion paper introduces the concept of the archibiome as a framework for extending ELMs from isolated systems to interconnected architectural environments.
Ključne besede: archibiome, built environment, engineered living materials, microbial ecology, microbiome, probiotic design, regenerative architecture, sustainable design
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2. The role of eco-anxiety in reproductive wish during emerging adulthoodAnaja Kos, Vlasta Novak Zabukovec, Vesna Posavčević, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Aims/Background: Eco-anxiety is one of the most common psy- chological reactions to environmental issues and is associated with both past and anticipated events. Younger generations are parti- cularly conscious of their responsibilities, which, in turn, influence their reproductive wish. Design/Methods: In this study, the connection between the men- tal health construct of eco-anxiety and reproductive wish was examined to better understand the influence of environmental issues during emerging adulthood. Responses were analysed from 324 Slovenian participants aged 18 to 30 years, who completed four online questionnaires: the Hogg Eco-Anxiety Scale, the Hope Scale, the CES-D, and the STAI X-2. Results: The discriminative validity of eco-anxiety was confirmed, and a significant correlation between eco-anxiety and reproductive wish was identified. Specifically, participants with higher levels of eco-anxiety expressed lower desire to have children. This relation- ship was further explored with reference to gender, age, education level, self-assessed financial independence, anxiety, depression, and hope based on denial. Conclusion: The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how environmental issues exert influence on reproductive decision- making through their impact on mental health. The need to adapt existing interventions and develop new educational programmes is emphasised to support younger generations in navigating the transition to adulthood. These initiatives should aim to enhance knowledge and awareness of the mental health impacts of environ- mental concerns, promote effective coping strategies, and foster resilience. Such efforts could assist in managing eco-anxiety and cultivating a more positive outlook on the future.
Ključne besede: reproductive wish, reproduction, eco-anxiety, environment, emerging adulthood
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5. Health and well-being of military nurses in high-reliability, high-stress environments : a qualitative study in the slovenian armed forcesZlatko Kvržić, Mirko Prosen, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Aim: To investigate how female military nurses experience high-reliability, high-stress environments and how these conditionsshape their well-being.Background: Military nursing involves complex demands that extend beyond clinical care, including dual professional roles,operational unpredictability, and gendered expectations. These pressures can undermine physical, psychological, and social well-being, yet the lived experiences of military nurses, particularly women, remain underexplored.Design: A qualitative descriptive design was used.Methods: Ten female military nurses were recruited through purposive sampling and interviewed individually in semi-structuredonline interviews. Data were analysed using qualitative content analysis. Trustworthiness was ensured through reflexive coding,an audit trail, and adherence to COREQ guidelines.Results: Five overarching categories captured the factors shaping well-being: organisational and structural demands; high-stressoperational environments; emotional and psychological burden; coping and resilience; and gendered identity and work–familybalance. Participants described constrained autonomy, communication gaps, and role ambiguity within hierarchical structures.Psychological pressures were heightened by moral tensions, responsibility for colleagues, and expectations of emotional control.Coping relied mainly on informal peer support, as formal services were rarely used due to stigma. Gendered norms and familyresponsibilities further influenced well-being and career decisions.Conclusion: Military nurse well-being is shaped less by individual resilience and more by organisational culture, operationaldemands, and gendered expectations. Addressing these systemic factors is essential for sustaining the military nursing workforce.Implication for Nursing: Strengthening leadership support, communication, psychological safety, and professional autonomymay improve working conditions and support nurses’ well-being in demanding operational contexts.Implications for Health Policy: Policies should promote supportive organisational cultures, reduce stigma around help-seeking,and facilitate work–family reconciliation to sustain and retain the military nursing workforce.
Ključne besede: military medicine, occupational health, psychological stress, qualitative research, work–family conflict, work environment
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6. The Relationship Between Ease of Doing Business Indicators and Foreign Direct Investment in AfricaDarlington Chizema, Ewert P. J. Kleynhans, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: This study examines the impact of the business environment on foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into Africa, utilising panel data from 39 African countries over the period 2005–2019. Institutional and regulatory dimensions are captured through selected indicators from the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Index. A dynamic panel data approach is employed, applying the one-step difference Generalised Method of Moments (GMM) estimator to address potential endogeneity, autocorrelation, and unobserved heterogeneity. The results indicate strong persistence in FDI, with lagged inflows exerting a significant positive effect on current levels. Among the business environment indicators, registering property is positively and significantly associated with FDI, highlighting the importance of secure property rights. Conversely, getting credit shows a significant negative relationship, suggesting that inefficiencies in credit markets may deter investment. These findings underscore the need for policy reforms aimed at streamlining property registration and enhancing credit market infrastructure to foster a more conducive environment for sustained FDI inflows and economic development.
Ključne besede: foreign direct investment, economic development, Africa, investment, ease of Doing Business, business environment, GMM
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