The Analysis of Biomechanical Properties of Proximal Femur after Implant Removal by Jae Hyuk Yang, Tae Gon Jung, Arjun Rupanagudi Honnurappa, Jae Min Cha, Chang Hwa Ham, Tae Yoon Kim, Seung Woo Suh

“…To compare the biomechanical stability of the femur following the removal of proximal femoral nail antirotation (PFNA-II) and dynamic hip screw (DHS). Material and Methods. 56 paired cadaveric femurs were used as experimental and control groups. …”
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Prognostic Factors of Radiofrequency Ablation plus Systemic Chemotherapy for Unresectable Colorectal Cancer with Liver Metastasis by Ky Thai Doan, Long Nguyễn Việt, Thinh Nguyen Tien, Binh Nguyen Canh, Hoai Ngo Thi, Ngoc Nguyen Thanh, Bieu Bui Quang, Quang Le Van, Hyun Woong Lee, Bang Mai Hong

“…Survival outcomes in patients with unresectable colorectal cancer (CRC) liver metastasis treated by radiofrequency ablation (RFA) combined with systemic chemotherapy and correlation with potential prognostic factors were investigated. Material and Methods. A retrospective cohort study was conducted on 61 CRC patients with unresectable liver metastasis who underwent liver tumor-directed percutaneous RFA combined with conventional systemic chemotherapy between October 2013 and September 2018. …”
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Consideraciones sobre la organización de los servicios hospitalarios ante una epidemia de Influenza A (H1N1). Experiencia en Cienfuegos 2009 by Grupo operativo provincial de atención médica a los enfermos adultos hospitalizados

“…It was considered logic the reduction of the elective surgical activity, working in teams, the materialization of differentiated consultations in emergency services, the definition of an area for care to severe patients, as well as a priority in the management of the pregnant and postpartum women and newborns. …”
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A Randomized Trial Comparing Short versus Prolonged Hemostasis with Rescue Recanalization by Ipsilateral Ulnar Artery Compression: Impact on Radial Artery Occlusion—The RESCUE-RAO... by Dmitrii V. Ognerubov, Alexander Sedaghat, Sergey I. Provatorov, Andrey S. Tereshchenko, Olivier F. Bertrand, Ivo Bernat, Goar K. Arutyunyan, Olga A. Pogorelova, Maria I. Tripoten, Tatyana V Balakhonova., Anatoliy N. Samko, Evgeny V. Merkulov

“…Also we assessed the efficacy of rescue 1-hour ipsilateral ulnar artery compression if RAO was observed after hemostasis. Material and Methods. Patients referred for elective transradial coronary procedures were eligible. …”
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A Comparative Study on the Thermal Conductivity of Concrete with Coal Bottom Ash under Different Drying Conditions by In-Hwan Yang, Jihun Park, Kyoung-Chul Kim, Sung-Won Yoo

“…Moreover, the thermal conductivity of the concrete decreased as the CBA content increased under both the oven-dried and SSD conditions. The material properties of the concrete, including unit weight, compressive strength, and ultrasonic velocity, were also measured in the study. …”
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Quality optimization of liquid silicon lenses based on sequential approximation optimization and radial basis function networks by Hanjui Chang, Shuzhou Lu, Yue Sun, Yuntao Lan

“…This approach not only reduces trial-and-error costs and material waste but also significantly decreases carbon emissions, showcasing extensive potential for application in various manufacturing processes. …”
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Impact of Admixtures on Segregation in Self-compacting concrete: A Comparative Study Between Standardized and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Methods by Moulaï Abdellah Bouabdallah, Mohamed Mouli, Mohammed Benmammar

“…One of the main obstacles is segregation, an undesirable phenomenon where aggregates separate from the matrix, thus compromising the quality and homogeneity of the material. This study aims to use the ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) measurement technique to evaluate the variation in the degree of static segregation in self-compacting concretes. …”
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Kelas Persiapan Laktasi untuk Ibu Hamil sebagai Persiapan ASI Eksklusif by Noviyati Rahardjo Putri, Disa Larasari, Yesika Cahya Septiana

“…Metode penelitian yaitu Kelas persiapan laktasi menggunakan metode ceramah dan mempraktikkan dengan alat bantu software microsoft power point yang berisi materi dan alat peraga bayi, payudara dan ukuran lambung bayi. …”
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Collections of the wild <I>Daucus carota</I> L. preserved at VIR by L. Yu. Shipilina, T. V. Khmelinskaya

“…Morphological characters of 183 wild carrot accessions were studied for seven years (2016–2022), and taxonomic affiliations were ascertained for 106 of them. The material was delivered from Eurasian and African countries.The VIR herbarium (WIR) contains carrot specimens brought by collecting missions from various countries. …”
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A study on awareness regarding cigarettes and other tobacco products act (COTPA Act) among hospital staff of medical college, Kanpur: A mixed method study by Aradhana Yadav, Sonam, Samarjeet Kaur, Santosh K. Barman, Seema Barman

“…Settings and Design: This study was conducted in GSVM Medical College, and this was a convergent parallel mixed-methods study, with a quantitative component (cross-sectional survey) complemented by a qualitative component (descriptive study). Methods and Material: A pre-tested, semi-structured, face-validated questionnaire was incorporated into the Epicollect5 application for data collection. …”
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Hajj Financing Models: Fiqh Analysis of Payment Contracts for Hajj Funds at the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Indonesia by Mulyono Jamal, Khurun'in Zahro', Eko Nur Cahyo, Nuriwanda Azizah Nugraheni

“…The data sources in this study are primary and secondary data, then use descriptive data analysis as material for research findings. There are two findings in this study. …”
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Vibration-Based Damage Prediction in Composite Concrete–Steel Structures Using Finite Elements by Mario D. Cedeño-Rodríguez, Sergio J. Yanez, Erick I. Saavedra-Flores, Carlos Felipe Guzmán, Juan Carlos Pina

“…Notably, the numerical model equations were carefully modified using the Newton–Raphson method to account for the stiffness degradation resulting from material strains. These modified equations were subsequently employed in a modal analysis to compute modal shapes and natural frequencies corresponding to the stressed state. …”
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In-Depth Partial Discharge Inception Voltage Analysis in Laminated Busbar by Means of Experimentations and Simulations by Oussama Abdel Illah Rahmouni, Sonia Ait-Amar, Stephane Duchesne, Jean-Francois Wecxsteen

“…This paper aims to address this issue by introducing a comprehensive model that correlates the PDIV of the LBBs with various parameters, including geometric aspects and dielectric material properties. A probabilistic approach is also used in order to study the Partial Discharge (PD) occurrence. …”
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The geographical distribution, trophic modes, and host preferences of Fomitopsis pinicola in Central Europe: a comprehensive review by Gáper Ján, Gáperová Svetlana, Pristaš Peter, Šebesta Martin, Kollárová Patrícia, Gallay Igor, Slobodník Branko

“…For this purpose we studied and compared the archived material (fungarium items and field notes) from 1954 to present, obtained from own collections and external sources. …”
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Nano-Perforated Silicon Membrane with Monolithically Integrated Buried Cavity by Sanjeev Vishal Kota, Anil Thilsted, Daniel Trimarco, Jesper Yue Pan, Ole Hansen, Jörg Hübner, Rafael Taboryski, Henri Jansen

“…Owing to its monolithic design, this NPM architecture permits further enhancements through material deposition, pore size reduction, and surface functionalization, broadening its application potential for corrosive environments, purification and separation processes, and numerous other advanced applications.…”
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Naked barley: taxonomy, breeding, and prospects of utilization by K. A. Lukina, O. N. Kovaleva, I. G. Loskutov

“…Main stages and trends of naked barley breeding are considered and the importance of the VIR global germplasm collection as the richest repository of genetic material for the development of breeding is shown.…”
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Thermal modeling and empirical verification of multi unit small satellites by Anwar Ali, Muhammad Rizwan Mughal, Shoaib Ahmed Khan, Kar Seng Teng

“…By utilizing the proposed model, the designer can determine the type of material and its dimensions that can be used to obtain low thermal resistance of the spacecraft structure.…”
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Phase Transition and Controlled Zirconia Implant Patterning Using Laser-Induced Shockwaves by Inomjon Majidov, Yaran Allamyradov, Salizhan Kylychbekov, Zikrulloh Khuzhakulov, Ali Oguz Er

“…These results underscore the potential of laser-assisted surface modification to optimize zirconia’s performance as a medical implant material.…”
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Green supply chain management: An empirical study in enhancing green economic performance by Chriss Narick Mangoukou Ngouapegne, Elizabeth Chinomona, Welby Vandrys Loury Okoumba

“…Background: South Africa has successfully enhanced its manufacturing sector by incorporating green technologies and fostering sustainable job opportunities, demonstrating the importance of material transformation in supplying necessities and promoting economic growth. …”
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Formation and development of the militia: historical and legal analysis by O. K. Maliutina, M. D. Klymenko

“…The study of historical factual material contributes to a better understanding of the evolution, nature and role of state institutions designed to protect Ukraine's sovereignty and solve other tasks in the field of national security and law enforcement in response to the needs of society, offering ideas for future effective strategies based on historical experience and current challenges.…”
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