The Origin(s) of LUCA: Computer Simulation of a New Theory by Shiping Tang, Ming Gao

“…In this paper, we use computer simulation to show that under a variety of simulated conditions, LUCA can indeed be produced by our proposed processes. We hope that our study can stimulate laboratory testing of some key hypotheses that vesicles’ absorption, acquisition, and merger has indeed been a central force in driving the evolution of LUCA.…”
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Eyetracking a meeting of minds: teachers’ and students’ joint attention during synchronous online language tutorials by Shi Lijing, Stickler Ursula

“…By combining mixed-method data and dual perspectives, we were able to unveil the complex interactions in online language tutorials and offer practical suggestions to language practitioners who hope to improve their online teaching skills.…”
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La construction du Maghreb au défi du partenariat euro-méditerranéen de l’Union européenne by Abdelwahab Biad

“…The article then proposes an analysis of the interaction between construction of a Maghreb identity and the attraction of Europe, raising the question of whether this attraction has not become a substitute for the former, with the unspoken hope of establishing a synergy between the two strategies. …”
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From pathogenesis to new developments in treatment of primary progressive multiple sclerosis. Literature review by A. Juknelytė, Ž. Vaičekauskytė, D. Mickevičienė, R. Balnytė

“…Considered an incurable disease, PPMS today gives patients more hope of stopping the progression of disability. …”
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Dissociation: understanding the dynamics of primary and secondary capacities by Veronica Mateescu

“…However, it can become maladaptive, disrupting the balance between primary capacities (e.g., love, trust, and hope) and secondary capacities (e.g., punctuality, honesty, and achievement). …”
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Idea of Synergistic and Comprehensive Treatment of Malignant Tumors with Traditional Chinese Medicine Discussed from Theory of “Cancer State” by Zhong LI

“…In this study, I reflect on the current situation of TCM synergistic treatment of malignant tumors and analyze “cancer state theory”, with the hope of enriching the theoretical base of TCM evidence-based treatment of malignant tumors and providing new ideas and references for the individualized use of medicines in the clinical TCM evidence-based treatment of malignant tumors.…”
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Early Detection for Better Patient Outcome: A Case Report on Two Patients Presenting With Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia by Alazar M. Haile, Abrham W. Azale, Birhanu Ayana

“…This report is aimed at summarizing the typical presentation of the disease and at highlighting the harmful interventions one should avoid in such patients. We also hope that this report serves as an entry point to try to find more patients with this similar condition early in their clinical course. …”
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Current status of cytokine-induced killer cells and combination regimens in breast cancer by Yuancong Jiang, Jie Qiu, Nanwei Ye, Yingchun Xu

“…Recently, immunotherapy such as the cytokine-induced killer cells combined with other drug therapies has offered new hope for patients with advanced breast cancer. However, the specific pathogenesis of combination regimens involving cytokine-induced killer cells remains elusive. …”
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A Handlist of Illustrated Early Solomonic Manuscripts in German Public Collections by Sophia Dege-Müller, Jacopo, Vitagrazia

“…We believe that the resulting work sheds new light on the history of book illustration in early Solomonic Ethiopia and hope that it will provide researchers with a valuable instrument to foster comparative research and a more integrative approach to the study of Ethiopian art. …”
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CONTEMPLATING ALLAN BOESAK’S FASCINATION WITH PREACHING “TRUTH TO POWER”

“…Boesak’s publications and sermons are contemplated in the hope of uncovering his fascination with preaching truth to power. …”
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Tissue Engineering of the Urinary Bladder: Current Concepts and Future Perspectives by Vladimir Petrovic, Jablan Stankovic, Vladisav Stefanovic

“…Although the research in this field is still in its infancy, there are some promising results that raise hope that the tissue engineering approach could offer long-term solutions for many issues in regenerative urology. …”
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Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors in Lung Cancer by Venkateshwar G. Keshamouni, ShouWei Han, Jesse Roman

“…Consequently, intense research is being conducted in this area with the hope of discovering new PPAR-related therapeutic targets for the treatment of lung cancer. …”
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Writing (at) the End: Thomas Pynchon’s Bleeding Edge by Brian Chappell

“…But the novel concludes with an extended meditation on family love and female friendship, in a way that conveys Pynchon’s source of hope. Focusing on his endings reveals an enduring humanism at the core of Pynchon’s work that can fuel further study in the age of terror, surveillance, domination, and dehumanization.…”
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Advances in Imaging for Atrial Fibrillation Ablation by Andrew D'Silva, Matthew Wright

“…One advantage would be to lessen the learning curve for what are very complex procedures. The hope of these developments is to improve the likelihood of a successful ablation procedure and to allow more patients access to this treatment.…”
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Colic in Horses by Sally DeNotta, Amanda House

“…Although most horse owners hope they never encounter colic in their horses, understanding what colic is and adopting strategies for its management and prevention are important parts of responsible horse ownership and management. …”
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Emotional political advertising by Lynnette Fourie, Johannes Froneman

“…The ruling party in the province (the ANC) concentrated on appeals of hope and achievement. The ANC virtually abstained from using negative messages, while the DP, the NNP and the FF "attacked" one another in order to emphasise their differences. …”
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Disease Spread in Coupled Populations: Minimizing Response Strategies Costs in Discrete Time Models by Geisel Alpízar, Luis F. Gordillo

“…However, it is still a difficult task for health administrators to determine the optimal combination of these strategies when confronting disease outbreaks with limited resources, especially in the case of interconnected populations, where the flow of individuals is usually restricted with the hope of avoiding further contamination. We consider two coupled populations and examine them independently under two variants of well-known discrete time disease models. …”
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20th Anniversary of 9-11: Corporate Disaster Preparedness, Lessons Learned, and Ways Forward by Stefane Kabene, Said Baadel

“…Two-tier strategy that focused on different aspects of the business, a flexible contingency plan, a training program, an effective backup communication system, and a strong commitment to disaster preparedness in the corporate culture all contributed to their disaster management plans. It is our hope that this paper can provide guidance to HR and corporate management upon experiencing a disaster, an opportunity to learn, prepare, and respond effectively and efficiently to mitigate crisis through the lessons learnt from these three multinational corporations.…”
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Future Directions and Molecular Basis of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia by Kubra Aykac, Yasemin Ozsurekci, Sevgen Tanir Basaranoglu

“…This review article focused on mechanisms of VAP with molecular pathogenesis of the causative bacteria one by one from the literature. We hope that we know more about molecular pathogenesis of VAP and we can investigate and focus on the management of the disease in near future.…”
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Jenny Lind. Of Echoes and Traces by Anne Harley, Andrea Zittlau

“…We will trace the correspondence of these identities and in so doing, hope to amplify the popular soundscapes of the mid-nineteenth century America.…”
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