Improvement of Water Quality of Koranorya Water Supply System-Mbarara Municipality. by Nabaasa, Gorden

“…The preliminary studies as indicated in this report include the map study, the detailed study and the household survey whereby the map study aided in figuring out the exact location of the area of interest and the water source, the detailed survey helped to identify the abstraction point, treatment processes at the current water treatment plant, public perception on the current water quality and the house hold survey to obtain the necessary water demand since the study mainly considered the domestic supply. …”
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Improvement of Water Quality of Koranorya Water Supply System-Mbarara Municipality. by Nabaasa, Gorden

“…The preliminary studies as indicated in this report include the map study, the detailed study and the household survey whereby the map study aided in figuring out the exact location of the area of interest and the water source, the detailed survey helped to identify the abstraction point, treatment processes at the current water treatment plant, public perception on the current water quality and the house hold survey to obtain the necessary water demand since the study mainly considered the domestic supply. …”
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Financial accountability mechanisms in local governments in Uganda: a case of Kabale District Local Government by Perpetua, Arinaitwe, Eton, Marus, Moses, Agaba, Abanis, Turyahebwa, Benard, Patrick Ogwel, Fabian, Mwosi

“…Quantitative analysis was aided by software for document analysis (SPSS V 20.0). …”
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Directive leadership style and staff motivation in private universities in Uganda: a case of Kampala International University by Chrisostom, Oketch, Gerald, K. Karyeija

“…The study adopted a cross sectional survey design in collection of data from a sample of 111 respondents with the aid of self –administered questionnaires. Research findings indicated that whereas supervisor’s instructions accommodates innovativeness by giving employees guidelines on how to execute their tasks, they do not exactly tell employees what to do, they do not appropriately schedule work to be done, they do not set key performance indicators and that directive leadership style is not sufficient in enabling employees persevere during times of hardship let alone failing to strike a work-life-balance. …”
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Financial accountability mechanisms in local governments in Uganda: a case of Kabale District Local Government by Eton, Marus, Moses, Agaba, Abanis,Turyahebwa, Perpetua, Arinaitwe, Fabian, Mwosi, Bernard, Patrick Ogwel

“…Quantitative analysis was aided by software for document analysis (SPSS V 20.0). …”
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Unveiling the dual nature of Lactobacillus: from cariogenic threat to probiotic protector—a critical review with bibliometric analysis by Di Fu, Xingyue Shu, Lin Yao, Ge Zhou, Mengzhen Ji, Ga Liao, Yunwo Zhu, Ling Zou

“…However, under specific environmental conditions, these bacteria also exhibit potential probiotic properties that may aid in the prevention of dental caries. Additionally, Lactobacillus is strongly associated with early childhood caries, a specific type of caries.…”
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Application of Scenario Analysis and Multiagent Technique in Land-Use Planning: A Case Study on Sanjiang Wetlands by Huan Yu, Shi-Jun Ni, Bo Kong, Zheng-Wei He, Cheng-Jiang Zhang, Shu-Qing Zhang, Xin Pan, Chao-Xu Xia, Xuan-Qiong Li

“…To answer these questions, the objective of this paper is to analyze whether and how a bridge can be built between qualitative and quantitative approaches for land-use planning work and to find out a way to overcome the gap that exists between the ability to construct computer simulation models to aid integrated land-use plan making and the demand for them by planning professionals. …”
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Optimization of Cast-Steel Tubular Circular-Hollow-Section Connections Based on Depth-First Search Algorithm by Kaien Jiang, Ziming Yang, Ju Chen, Guoer Lv, Huafeng Yu

“…The geometric parameters of curves in the connector were optimized using a depth-first search algorithm, resulting in control points for the optimized curve. Computer-aided design software was then employed to obtain the refined connector. …”
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The NeuroML ecosystem for standardized multi-scale modeling in neuroscience by Ankur Sinha, Padraig Gleeson, Bóris Marin, Salvador Dura-Bernal, Sotirios Panagiotou, Sharon Crook, Matteo Cantarelli, Robert C Cannon, Andrew P Davison, Harsha Gurnani, Robin Angus Silver

“…A wide range of tools have been developed to aid their construction and simulation, but differences in design and internal representation act as technical barriers to those who wish to use data-driven models in their research workflows. …”
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Uncovering a novel SERPING1 pathogenic variant: insights into the aggregation of C1-INH in hereditary angioedema by Lingxi Jiang, Chao Dai, Suyang Duan, Tingting Wang, Chunbao Xie, Luhan Zhang, Zimeng Ye, Xiumei Ma, Yi Shi

“…This study aims to thoroughly investigate the underlying pathological mechanisms of HAE and identify potential biomarkers that could aid in its prediction and prevention. Results In our investigation, we have discovered a novel pathogenic variant of the SERPING1 gene, specifically c.708T > G, in a Han family affected by HAE. …”
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Determining the Climate Classes and Producing GIS-Based Climate Boundary Maps of Bartın Province by Hülya Keskin Çıtıroğlu, Deniz Arca

“…Determining climate characteristics and understanding climate boundaries contribute to the sustainability of resources in the region and aid in the preparation of land use plans. It is clear that assessment the boundaries of various climate types to ensure sustainability of regional resources and land use plans. …”
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Incidental left paraaortic mass in a patient with gall bladder adenocarcinoma: A diagnostic challenge by Manali Bhatta, Sharma Paudel, Ongden Yonjen Tamang, Prajwal Dahal, Santosh Shrestha, Sabina Parajuli

“…Histopathological analysis, including immunohistochemistry, biochemical testing, and functional imaging, can offer valuable insights to help diagnose and aid in predicting prognosis.…”
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The adhesion mechanism of mucoadhesive tablets with dissimilar chain flexibility on viscoelastic hydrogels by Gergely Stankovits, Kata Szayly, Dorián László Galata, János Móczó, András Szilágyi, Benjámin Gyarmati

“…We recognized scaling laws between toughness and strength for tensile and adhesive properties as well as general correlations between viscoelastic and adhesive properties, which can aid the more rational design of both mucoadhesive formulations and mucosa-mimetic materials.…”
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A Mobile Deep Learning Classification Model for Diabetic Retinopathy by Daniel Rimaru, Antonio Nehme, Musaed Alhussein, Khaled Mahbub, Khusheed Aurangzeb, Anas Khan

“…The early diagnosis of DR using computer-aided automated tools is possible due to tremendous advancements in machine and deep learning models in the last decade. …”
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Real-Time Multi-Task Deep Learning Model for Polyp Detection, Characterization, and Size Estimation by Phanukorn Sunthornwetchapong, Kasichon Hombubpha, Kasenee Tiankanon, Satimai Aniwan, Pasit Jakkrawankul, Natawut Nupairoj, Peerapon Vateekul, Rungsun Rerknimitr

“…A proven method for enhancing performance is computer-aided detection and a diagnosis system for endoscopists, which tends to be a real-time system. …”
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Developmental coordination disorder questionnaire – translation and adaptation into Danish by Marta Topor, Anne Husted Henriksen, Rasmus Ahmt Rohde, Anna Bugge, Emma Bundgård Fals, Ida Jacobsen, Keenie Andersen, Jacob Wienecke

“…Internal consistency was tested using Cronbach’s alpha.Results The results show good concurrent validity (r = .311) and internal consistency (α = .80).Conclusions DCDQ-DK is well suited for use with Danish-speaking parents.Significance The tool will aid early assessment of motor difficulties in children of Danish-speaking parents. …”
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Building a sustainable institutional model for ornamental fish farming export villages in Indonesia by Andiga Dompak B. Tarihoran, Musa Hubeis, Siti Jahroh, Nimmi Zulbainarni

“…Short-term programmes are the main priorities, including sustainable cultivation and quarantine assistance, cooperative establishment, facilities and infrastructure support, broodstock aid, funding, product marketing training, and partnership programmes. …”
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Mitogenomic Phylogenetic Analyses Reveal New Insights into the Taxonomy and Evolution of Parnassiinae Swallowtail Butterflies (Lepidoptera: Papilionidae) by Lu Song, Xiaoxiao Chen, Xiushan Li, Raul Narciso C. Guedes, Youssef Dewer, Suqin Shang, Jingjiang Zhou

“…Mitochondrial genomes provide powerful insights into insect phylogeny and molecular evolution, aiding in the clarification of complex taxonomic relationships. …”
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Gastric Glomus Tumor: A Rare Cause of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding by Yoshinori Handa, Mikihiro Kano, Mayumi Kaneko, Naoki Hirabayashi

“…Here, we describe this case in order to identify features that may aid in early differentiation of gastric submucosal tumors.…”
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Evaluation of the Contribution Rates of Different Phases on Pavement Performance of Cement-Casting Asphalt Mixture by Minghui Gong, Zijia Xiong, Lei Jiang, Cheng Deng, Sheng Li, Jinxiang Hong

“…A novel method was developed to fabricate the cementitious network with the aid of plastic balls. Abrasion loss, strength, peak force, and fracture energy of PAM, cement samples, and CCAM samples are obtained through different tests. …”
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