A two-sample bidirectional Mendelian randomization analysis between telomere length and hyperthyroidism by Shiben Zhu, Ziyu Hao, Qihang Chen, Xiaoliu Liu, Wenyan Wu, Fang Zhang

“…Sensitivity analyses confirmed the robustness of these results, suggesting minimal susceptibility to confounding factors and bias.ConclusionThe finding that longer telomeres reduce hyperthyroidism risk highlights the need to validate hyperthyroidism’s impact on telomere length, offering valuable insights for prevention and treatment.…”
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Violence Detection From Industrial Surveillance Videos Using Deep Learning by Hamza Khan, Xiaohong Yuan, Letu Qingge, Kaushik Roy

“…The lightweight convolutional neural network (CNN) model initially identifies individuals in the video stream to minimize the processing of irrelevant frames. Subsequently, a sequence of 50 frames with identified persons is directed to a 3D-CNN model, where the spatiotemporal features of these sequences are extracted and passed to the classifier. …”
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Immunohistochemical Expression of FOXP3+ Regulatory T Cells in Proteinuric Primary Glomerulopathies by Georgios Vlachopanos, Argyrios Georgalis, Pinelopi Korkolopoulou, Efstratios Patsouris, Harikleia Gakiopoulou

“…Data about FOXP3+ Tregs’ presence and role in primary glomerulopathies of native kidneys are minimal. We comparatively studied the immunohistochemical expression of FOXP3+ Tregs, CD4+ and CD3+ T cells in IgA nephropathy (IgAN), focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), and membranous glomerulopathy (MGN). …”
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Forecasting US data center CO2 emissions using AI models: emissions reduction strategies and policy recommendations by Rohan Jha, Rishabh Jha, Mazhar Islam

“…We propose focusing on New Mexico and Colorado for data centers to minimize CO2 emissions. Finally, we highlight a set of federal policies supplemented by states to facilitate CO2 emission reductions across energy, emissions, waste, R&D, and grid infrastructure.…”
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An Overview of Spinal Injuries due to Dive or Fall into Shallow Water: Our Long-Term, Double-Center Experience from the Aegean Coast by Murat Yılmaz, Ersin Ikizoglu, Mert Arslan, Erkin Ozgiray, Kadri Emre Calıskan, Resat Serhat Erbayraktar

“…Reinforcement of primary prevention, identification of target population, and increased awareness on this topic are the key steps to minimize the frequency and severity of complications and to optimize therapeutic outcomes.…”
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Predictors and Significance of Readmission after Esophagogastric Surgery: A Nationwide Analysis by Richard PT Evans, MBBS, FRCS, Sivesh K Kamarajah, MBChB, MRCS, Felicity Evison, MSc, Xiaoxu Zou, PhD, Ben Coupland, MSci, Ewen A Griffiths, MD, FRCS

“…Patients readmitted to their index hospital had significantly improved survival as compared to nonindex readmissions (median: 3.3 vs 4.7 years; P < 0.001). Minimally invasive surgery and surgery performed in high-volume centers had improved 90-day mortality (odds ratio, 0.75; P < 0.001; odds ratio, 0.60; P < 0.001). …”
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Role and contribution of the nurse in caring for patients with palliative care needs: A scoping review. by Sue Moran, Maria E Bailey, Owen Doody

“…However, there remains minimal evidence on the assessment, intervention, and evaluation strategies used by nurses to highlight the importance of their role in caring for patients and their families in this area. …”
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Understanding Recruiters’ Acceptance of Artificial Intelligence: Insights from the Technology Acceptance Model by Filomena Almeida, Ana Junça Silva, Sara L. Lopes, Isabel Braz

“…In this regard, the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment processes facilitates faster and more accurate decision-making by processing large volumes of data, minimizing human bias, and offering personalized recommendations to enhance talent development and candidate selection. …”
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Estimating the Health-Related Quality of Life Benefit of Prophylactic Treatment for COVID-19 in Immunocompromised People: A Multimethod Valuation Study by Katy Gallop, Rebekah Hall, Michael Watt, Daniel Squirrell, Neil Branscombe, Sofie Arnetop, Andrew Lloyd

“…This may reduce the need for preventative behavioral modification, such as shielding—a behavioral restriction limiting an IC individual to minimize face-to-face interactions and/or crowded places. …”
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Automatic summarization of cooking videos using transfer learning and transformer-based models by P. M. Alen Sadique, R. V. Aswiga

“…Finally, to refine the summaries obtained from visual and auditory content, Another GPT-based model is used which combines the output of the frame summary and audio summary modules and give the final enhanced summary. By minimizing the complications involved with traditional and sophisticated methodologies, this research helps with the development of a straightforward but efficient cooking video summarization system. …”
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Modeling optimal combination of breast and cervical cancer screening strategies in China by Xuewei Liu, Yanbo Wang, Bei Gao, Xinlin Lu, Yuan Wang, Wenli Lu

“…Secondary prevention of cancer through screening minimizes disease burden and improves survival outcomes. …”
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Student perceptions of the socialization and implementation Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka program by Tridelvy Sensony, Dadang Sukirman, Ahmad Fajar Fadlillah

“…Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain deskriptif yang melibatkan 40 responden yang merupakan mahasiswa aktif dan telah menyelesaikan program minimal satu semester. Data dikumpulkan menggunakan kuesioner tertutup dengan 30 pernyataan dengan skala likert kemudian dianalisis menggunakan analisis deskriptif. …”
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Library Material Security and Service Delivery in Uganda: A Case Study of Rwenzori International University. by Muhindo, Sadress

“…The budgetary allocations to the state library boards and the national library board are very minimal and not enough to fund libraries. The study concluded that 22 (33%) agreed and 20 (30%) strongly agreed; hence, university libraries need to develop effective strategies to recruit talented staff in a changing demographic environment to ease the use of security measures to ease service delivery. …”
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Supply Chain Practices and Performance of Institutions: A Case Study of Hotloaf Bakery in Kabale Municipality. by Asiimwe, Elias

“…The study results on the relationship between efficient sourcing and quality product output in hot loaf bakery where; outsourcing can be used to economize on production cost, outsourcing help bakeries to stay competitive, outsourcing allows bakeries to expand efficiency, outsourcing minimizes business expenditure for quality production, outsourcing helps to improve on bakery productivity and outsourcing helps in not giving attention other aspects of the business that do not deal with the core business functions. …”
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Impact of Digital Divide on The Growth and Development of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kabale District: A Case Study of Kigezi Private Sector Promotion Centre Limited. by Kembabazi, Evaline

“…It is set to identify factors for the digital divide in SME development at Kigezi Private Sector Promotion Centre Limited, establish the challenges faced in minimizing the digital divide among people and suggest the strategies and make recommendations in place to address the challenges of the digital divide at Kigezi Private Sector promotion Centre Limited. …”
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Evaluation of Learning Management Systems for Success Factors. by Muhaise, Hussein, Adeyemi, A. L., Muteb,I.J.

“…Evaluating the success factors of a Learning Management System (LMS) is essential in the perspective of information systems success in a developing country context. eLearning is vital to the educational system considering its benefits and impacts, particularly in accessing learning from remote areas, suitable for different learners’ categories, and minimal resource utilization in terms of cost and time. …”
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Effects of Agro-Based Industries on Economic Development of Kanungu District: A Case Study of Rugyeyo Sub-County. by Tukamushaba, Enos

“…The recommends that there were; The study recommends that the government should encourage and promote sustainable agricultural practices to minimize the environmental impact of agro-based industries. …”
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Analyzing the Effect of Organic Manure in Comparison With NPK on Cabbage Growth and Yield. by Ainomugisha, Rabecca

“…Organic manure supports cabbage growth by slowly releasing essential nutrients, improving soil structure, and fostering beneficial soil organisms. It minimizes nutrient leaching, enhances root development, and boosts water and nutrient uptake, leading to healthier plants with increased resistance to pests and diseases. …”
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Assessment of Physicochemical Parameters of Harvested Rainwater in Hamuhambo Town Council Rubanda District. by Atuheire, Israel

“…There were no significant variations in the variables accessed apart from an abnormally high turbidity value at ST 05 where the sample was picked from the minimal water remaining on the floor that contained a lot of total dissolved solids suggesting regular cleaning of the RWHS at the beginning of each rain season, a first flush of 15 minutes at the beginning of the rain and installation of proper pre-filtration mechanisms. …”
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Savings and Credit Co-Operative Societies (Saccos) and Poverty Reduction in Kabale District. by Anita, Kamagara

“…Findings revealed that SACCOs helped to build financial and business management capacity of rural households hence improving their asset holdings, SACCOs mitigate income fluctuations, minimizes unexpected expenditures and emergencies which builds a small asset base over time among rural households, they enhance savings and investment which later promotes greater asset accumulation. …”
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