The Effect of PISA-Based Educational Program on Mathematical Achievement by Mohammad Tashtoush, Aida Qasimi, Nawal Sheerawi, Mamoon AL-Shannaq

“…Notably, significant differences in arithmetic means and standard deviations were observed between the groups, with the experimental group exhibiting markedly higher achievement scores. To determine the statistical significance of these differences, ANCOVA analysis was employed, alongside effect size calculations. …”
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QTL mapping of human retina DNA methylation identifies 87 gene-epigenome interactions in age-related macular degeneration by Jayshree Advani, Puja A. Mehta, Andrew R. Hamel, Sudeep Mehrotra, Christina Kiel, Tobias Strunz, Ximena Corso-Díaz, Madeline Kwicklis, Freekje van Asten, Rinki Ratnapriya, Emily Y. Chew, Dena G. Hernandez, Sandra R. Montezuma, Deborah A. Ferrington, Bernhard H. F. Weber, Ayellet V. Segrè, Anand Swaroop

“…Abstract DNA methylation provides a crucial epigenetic mark linking genetic variations to environmental influence. …”
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Technical explorations for manufacturing of NiTi unibody vascular stents through metal injection molding: Materials performance, fatigue properties and biocompatibility by Dongyang Li, Junwei Wang, Changhai Du, Hao He, Zheyu He, Tun Wang, Chang Shu, Yimin Li, Jing Pan

“…During 3.96 × 108 cycle-simulated in vitro fatigue tests, the MIM NiTi stents essentially maintained a constant diameter without any marked damage, although local pitting was observed. …”
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Acute Ventricular Wall Thickening: Sepsis, Thrombotic Microangiopathy, or Myocarditis? by Nicolas De Schryver, Delphine Hoton, Diego Castanares-Zapatero, Philippe Hantson

“…Echocardiography revealed an impressive diffuse thickening of the whole myocardium (interventricular septum 18 mm; posterior wall 16 mm) with diffuse hypokinesia and markedly reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (31%). …”
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The Seren Taun Experience: A Catalyst for Sustainable Cultural Tourism and Visitor Loyalty in West Java by Riski Taufik Hidayah, Simerjeet Singh Bawa, Gusni Gusni, Eristy Minda Utami

“…The results demonstrate that MTEs play a crucial role in improving destination image and fostering cultural interaction, yet they do not markedly boost visitor engagement. The influence of MTEs on loyalty intention is significant, underscoring the importance of enhancing destination image and cultural engagement to promote the growth of cultural tourism in Geoparks. …”
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Perspectives from Nurse Managers on Informatics Competencies by Li Yang, Dan Cui, Xuemei Zhu, Qiuli Zhao, Ningning Xiao, Xiaoying Shen

“…These findings suggest that efforts to enhance the informatics competency of nurse managers have marked potential benefits.…”
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The Utilization of Imaging Features in the Management of Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms by Stefano Palmucci, Claudia Trombatore, Pietro Valerio Foti, Letizia Antonella Mauro, Pietro Milone, Roberto Milazzotto, Rosalia Latino, Giacomo Bonanno, Giuseppe Petrillo, Antonio Di Cataldo

“…Currently, the goal of imaging modalities is to identify “high-risk stigmata” or “worrisome feature” in the evaluation of pancreatic cysts. Marked dilatation of the main duct (>1 cm), large size (3–5 cm), and intramural nodules have been associated with increased risk of degeneration. …”
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The Association of High COVID-19 Cases and Mortality with Anomalous High Surface Ozone Concentration in Moscow City in Summer 2021 by E. V. Stepanov, V. V. Andreev, D. V. Chuprov, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Variations of these parameters were found to be markedly correlated. The coefficients of correlation of the COVID-19 cases and mortality with the concentration of ground-level ozone were 0,59 (p < 0.01) and 0.60 (p < 0.01), respectively.Conclusion. …”
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The Demise of Modernist Buildings in Khor Dubai: A Case Study on the FNCB Building by Rasha Saffarini

“…In the creek, the First National City Bank building (FNCB) is one of the buildings that marked modernity yet failed the test of time. This study aims to illustrate the economy’s impact on Dubai’s modern heritage, focusing on the FNCB. …”
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Peak Serum AST Is a Better Predictor of Acute Liver Graft Injury after Liver Transplantation When Adjusted for Donor/Recipient BSA Size Mismatch (ASTi) by Kyota Fukazawa, Seigo Nishida, Ernesto A. Pretto

“…Background. Despite the marked advances in the perioperative management of the liver transplant recipient, an assessment of clinically significant graft injury following preservation and reperfusion remains difficult. …”
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A new species of Hemiphyllodactylus (Squamata, Gekkonidae) from western Yunnan, China by Hongxin Zhou, Xiaohan Wang, Liangwei Cui, Dongru Zhang, Ziqi Shen, Xiuyan Li, Shuo Liu, Dingqi Rao

“…The new species can be distinguished from its congeners by a significant genetic divergence of greater than 4.8% in the mitochondrial ND2 gene and a combination of the following characters: maximum SVL of 38.5 mm; 10 or 11 chin scales; enlarged postmentals; 6 circumnasal scales; 2 or 3 internasal scales; 8 or 9 supralabial scales; 8 or 9 infralabial scales; 15 or 16 dorsal scales; 9 ventral scales; a manual lamellar formula of 3-4-4-4 and a pedal lamellar formula of 3(4)-4-4-4; 26–28 precloacal and femoral pore-bearing scales contiguous in males; 1–3 cloacal spur on each side; a dark postorbital stripe extending to at least base of neck; dorsolateral light–colored spots on trunk present; dark ventrolateral stripe on trunk present; dark dorsal transverse blotches present; and a dark and brown postsacral mark bearing anteriorly projecting arms.…”
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Objectively measured physical activity according to the periods of the day in the Pelotas Cohort by Andrea Wendt, Fernando C. Wehrmeister, Luiza I. C. Ricardo, Bruna Gonçalves C. da Silva, Rafaela C. Martins, Helen Gonçalves, Felipe F. Reichert, Inácio Crochemore-Silva

“…The absence of PA practice was markedly influenced by sex and socioeconomic position. …”
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“Nip and Tuck”: Training the Next Generation of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons by Lok Ka Cheung, MBChB, MRCS, Vasilios Skepastianos, MUDR, MSc, Epameinodas Kostopoulos, MUDR, MSc, PhD, Georgios Skepastianos, MUDR, MSc, PhD

“…In the DIEP cases, the trainees’ focus was the preoperative marking of the abdomen; elevation of the abdominoplasty flap; rectus plication; and quilting of the abdominoplasty flap to the rectus sheath and umbiloplasty. …”
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Evaluating the relationship between news source sharing and political beliefs by Sofía M. del Pozo, Sebastián Pinto, Matteo Serafino, Federico Moss, Tomás Cicchini, Hernán A. Makse, Pablo Balenzuela

“…Abstract In an era marked by an abundance of news sources, access to information significantly influences public opinion. …”
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Scythians in Azerbaijan: the history of one murder (archaeology and anthropology) by Kirichenko Dmitry A.

“…The depressed compression fracture, 0.9 cm in diameter, from which cracks radiate, was marked on the left part of upper section of the frontal bone of the woman’s skull. …”
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Cryoglobulinemia Associated With Multiple Myeloma in a Dog Presenting With Epistaxis and Skin Lesions by Myrto Spyropoulou, Ivan Montanes‐Sancho, Adam G. Gow, Suzanne Bussey

“…Cytology of the splenic lesions revealed marked plasma cell infiltration, consistent with neoplasia. …”
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The protective effect of oleic acid on Lactiplantibacillus plantarum during freeze-drying by Yongjun Xia, Yizhen Wang, Jing Pu, Yan Wu, Zhiqiang Xiong, Xin Song, Hui Zhang, Lianzhong Ai, Guangqiang Wang

“…Moreover, the membrane integrity and fluidity of knockout strains markedly decreased. This is the first confirmation that Tween 80 or Tween 20 increases the survival rate by increasing the content of oleic acid in the cell membrane. …”
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The founding of Marxist study of religion and its theoretical sources of humanities by Chuanhui Zeng, Xiaoxiao Zhang

“…Engels firstly applied the newly founded worldview and methodology to the systematic study of religion in his monograph Peasant War in Germany in 1850. Both events marked the founding of the Marxist Study of Religion. …”
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Maresin1 Alleviates Metabolic Dysfunction in Septic Mice: A 1H NMR-Based Metabolomics Analysis by Yu Hao, Hong Zheng, Ruo-Han Wang, Hui Li, Li-Li Yang, Suwas Bhandari, Yong-Jian Liu, Jun Han, Fang Gao Smith, Hong-Chang Gao, Sheng-Wei Jin

“…We found that MaR1 significantly increased the overall survival rate and attenuated lung and liver injuries in septic mice. In addition, MaR1 markedly reduced the levels of proinflammatory cytokines (TNF-α and IL-6) and alleviated mitochondrial damage. …”
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Neural plasticity in early potters: Shape analysis and TMS-EEG co-registration trace the rise of a new motor skill. by Vanessa Forte, Luisa Sartori, Antonino Visalli, Mustafa Yildirim, Gaspare Galati, Massimo Vidale, Emanuela Faresin, Antonino Vallesi

“…The advent of ceramic marked a profound change in the economy and socio-cultural dynamics of past societies. …”
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