Initiation and sustenance of small portion size consumption behavior in rural Appalachia, USA: Application of multi-theory model (MTM) by Ram Lakhan, Sierra Turner, Sangyal Dorjee, Manoj Sharma

“…Six counties of the rural Appalachian region of Kentucky defined as distressed, at risk, and transitional on socio-economic indicators by the Appalachians Research Commission (ARC) were selected for data collection. …”
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Hemolymph microbiota and immune effectors’ expressions driven by geographical rearing acclimation of the aquacultured Penaeus stylirostris by Valérie Perez, Viviane Boulo, Julien De Lorgeril, Dominique Pham, Dominique Ansquer, Gwenola Plougoulen, Valentine Ballan, Jean-Sébastien Lam, Océane Romatif, Jeremy Le Luyer, Corinne Falchetto, Caline Basset, Stanley Flohr, Moana Maamaatuaiahutapu, Marc André Lafille, Christophe Lau, Denis Saulnier, Nelly Wabete, Nolwenn Callac

“…In the Southwest Pacific, the high economical valued shrimp Penaeus stylirostris is reared in two contrasted sites, in New Caledonia (NC) and in French Polynesia (FP). …”
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Symptoms of anxiety and depression among health and social science students: A multicenter study by Lara Guedes Pinho, Maria Engström, Brooke C. Schneider, Cesar Fonseca, Magnus Lindberg, Johanna Schröder, Anabela Afonso, Lena Jelinek, Johanna Börsting, Gonçalo Jacinto, Annika Nilsson

“…Our results, which are in line with international trends, underline the need for policy reforms that target the main determinants of mental health, in particular by improving socio-economic conditions. Addressing these factors could play a crucial role in improving mental health outcomes in this population.…”
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Herbicide and irrigation management options in conventionally-tilled wheat: deciphering water and energy budgeting, and grain and monetary output in north-Indian plains by S. K. Verma, Chandra Bhushan, Sudhir Kumar Rajpoot, Richa Chaudhary, Ramawatar Meena, Sanjeev K. Kashyap, Vijay Pratap, P K. Jaysawal, S. B. Singh, Ram K. Singh, Deepak K. Yadav

“…In comparison to the other treatments, application of irrigation at 40 mm cumulative pan evaporation (IR1) along with the Pendimethalin1000 g ha−1 (pre-em) in combination with clodinafop-propargyl 10% + metribuzin 22% + sulfosulfuron 4.2% at a rate of 1125 g ha−1 at 30 DAS (WM1) produced the best results in terms of crop yields, economic returns, relative water content, consumptive use, rate of water use, water use efficiency, water productivity, energy input–output, energy returns, energy productivity, energy intensity, specific energy, energy efficiency, maximum field capacity, available soil water, and soil profile moisture extraction pattern. …”
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Biological properties of foot-and-mouth disease virus А 2205/G-IV strain by M. V. Sidorovskaya, S. N. Fomina, V. V. Nikiforov, T. A. Komarova, M. A. Shevchenko, N. A. Kolchanov, S. R. Kremenchugskaya

“…G-I, G-IV, G-VI, G-VII, ASIA/Iran-05 genetic lineages of serotype А FMD virus are considered to be the most widespread on the African continent. Given the close economic and trade relations maintained by the Russian Federation with the countries of North Africa, of particular interest for us is studying the FMD virus of serotype A G-IV genetic lineage, which has been responsible for the infection outbreaks in the naturally susceptible animal population of the said region every year since 2012, and there is a risk of introduction of this virus genotype in to the Russian Federation. …”
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Advancing Orthodontic Aesthetics: Exploring the Potential of Injectable Composite Resin Techniques for Enhanced Smile Transformations by Davide Spadoni, Cristina Valeri, Vincenzo Quinzi, Ute Schneider Moser, Giuseppe Marzo

“…Additionally, a digital workflow reduces clinical sessions, as thermo-printed retainers can be delivered during the same appointment as the IMT, providing economic and organisational benefits. This approach underscores the utility of the IMT in enhancing treatment efficiency and outcomes in orthodontic–restorative care.…”
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Compressive Characteristics and Fracture Simulation of Cerasus Humilis Fruit by Cheng Hao, Dongjin Yang, Liyang Zhao, Jianguo Yang, Tao Wang, Junlin He

“…This compromises the quality of the harvested fruits and subsequent processing, resulting in significant economic losses. To investigate the mechanical behavior of Cerasus humilis fruit, this study measured the geometric parameters as well as the mechanical properties (failure load, elastic modulus, compressive strength, and fracture energy) of the peel, pulp, and core in both the axial and radial directions. …”
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Current Status, Challenges, and Perspectives in the Conservation of Native Honeybees and Beekeeping in Cambodia by Eric Guerin, Chhouk Chheang, Chainarong Sinpoo, Korrawat Attasopa, Nuttapol Noirungsee, Huoqing Zheng, Tial C. Ling, Patcharin Phokasem, Terd Disayathanoowat

“…Although native bees are not at immediate risk of extinction, their crucial ecological and socio-economic roles, coupled with the threats to their populations, necessitate the urgent implementation of conservation policies. …”
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Comprehensive evaluation of compound Kushen injection combined with zoledronic acid in treating bone metastasis cancer pain based on meta-analysis and decision tree model by Xi Zhao, Tianwei Meng, Kaiqiang Wang, Xi Yan, Yuqiang Liu, Xinghua Li

“…A cost-effectiveness analysis from the perspective of China's healthcare system employed a decision tree model to evaluate the short-term economic impact of the two treatment regimens. Sensitivity analyses assessed the robustness of the results.ResultsFourteen studies involving 1,269 patients were included in the meta-analysis. …”
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Development and validation of a predictive model and tool for functional recovery in patients after postero-lateral interbody fusion by Shuai Zhou, Zhenbang Yang, Wei Zhang, Shihang Liu, Qian Xiao, Guangzhao Hou, Rui Chen, Nuoman Han, Jiao Guo, Miao Liang, Qi Zhang, Yingze Zhang, Hongzhi Lv

“…Regarding patients’ economic and functional scores, 927 (84.5%) received excellent scores. …”
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Labour Education and Vocational Training in Germany: A Brief Historical Review by E. Yu. Esenina, L. N. Kurteeva, S. A. Osadcheva, A. I. Satdykov, H Kress

“…The influence of social and economic conditions on formation and transformation of various educational concepts was demonstrated, which constant despite everything was a combination of fundamental and applied components of vocational training. …”
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US-county level variation in intersecting individual, household and community characteristics relevant to COVID-19 and planning an equitable response: a cross-sectional analysis by Mathew V Kiang, Nancy Krieger, Caroline O Buckee, Jarvis T Chen, Taylor Chin, Rebecca Kahn, Ruoran Li, Satchit Balsari

“…Equitable responses to the pandemic require strategies to protect those in counties at highest risk of adverse COVID-19 outcomes and their social and economic impacts.…”
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Pastoral livestock farming constraints and adaptation strategies in response to institutional reforms in the Sudano-Sahelian zone of West Africa by Basnewindé Ilboudo, Alhassane Zaré, Alhassane Zaré, Innocent Charles Emmanuel Traoré, Innocent Charles Emmanuel Traoré, Loyapin Bondé, Reginald Tang Guuroh, Reginald Tang Guuroh, Reginald Tang Guuroh, Oumarou Ouédraogo

“…IntroductionLivestock farming is one of the main socio-economic activities in West Africa, predominantly extensive and reliant on natural rangelands. …”
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Persistence of the Immune Response to an Intramuscular Bivalent (GI.1/GII.4) Norovirus Vaccine in Adults by Geert Leroux-Roels, Robert L. Atmar, Jakob P. Cramer, Ian Escudero, Astrid Borkowski

“…Background: Major global economic and health burdens due to norovirus gastroenteritis could be addressed by an effective vaccine. …”
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Crop wild relatives in the protected areas of the Republic of Bashkortostan by S. R. Miftakhova, L. M. Abramova, N. M. Saifullina, O. V. Yusupova

“…The methods of comparative floristics were applied in the CWR analysis,. The economic value of plant species was assessed according to the ranking developed at the N.I. …”
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Prevalence of Malaria among Adults in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Fasil Adugna Kendie, Tamirat Hailegebriel W/kiros, Endalkachew Nibret Semegn, Melaku Wale Ferede

“…Malaria adversely affects the health of the peoples as well as the economic development of many developing countries including Ethiopia. …”
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Metasomatism and REE mineralization of the Zilair Formation sedimentary rocks in the Khudolaz complex gabbro massif exocontact zone (Chebarkul area, Southern Urals) by Evgeny I. Mikheev, Ildar R. Rakhimov, Elena O. Shaparenko, Elena I. Soroka

“…Contact hydrothermal-metasomatic processes rarely form the economic REE mineral deposits, but they can provide valuable information about the behaviors of rare earth elements. …”
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Barriers and Facilitators in Accessing HIV Prevention Services for Men Having Sex with Men (MSM): A Comprehensive Analysis by Felix Sanni, Roger Abang, Godwin Emmanuel, Abiye Kalaiwo, Olugbemi Motilewa, Paul Amechi, Paul Umoh, Bartholomew Boniface Ochonye

“…MSM views on HIV preventive programs are examined in this qualitative study. Despite economic limits, respondents preferred private hospitals due to confidentiality, stigmatisation, and discrimination difficulties at public hospitals, which hinder treatment acceptance. …”
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Noninvasive imaging biomarker reveals invisible microscopic variation in acute ischaemic stroke (≤ 24 h): a multicentre retrospective study by Kui Sun, Rongchao Shi, Xinxin Yu, Ying Wang, Wei Zhang, Xiaoxia Yang, Mei Zhang, Jian Wang, Shu Jiang, Haiou Li, Bing Kang, Tong Li, Shuying Zhao, Yu Ai, Jianfeng Qiu, Haiyan Wang, Ximing Wang

“…Combining radiomics with ML models can be an efficient, noninvasive, economical, and reliable technique for evaluating invisible microscopic AIS on NCCT and assisting radiologists to make clinical decisions.…”
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Toward Resilient Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health Care: A Qualitative Study Involving Afghan Refugee Women in Pakistan by Yasir Shafiq, Ameer Muhammad, Kantesh Kumar, Zabin Wajid Ali, Saba Noor, Zamir Hussain Suhag, Rehman Tahir, Abdullah Jan, Luca Ragazzoni, Francesco Barone-Adesi, Martina Valente

“…Additionally, community-level obstacles were prominent, including cultural and language differences, geographical isolation, and economic constraints. The integration of Health-EDRM into local health systems was minimal, with many stakeholders either needing to be made aware of or unengaged with the framework. …”
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