Crown structure indicates tree secondary growth, competition legacy, and growth potential of dominant species in Europe by Shamim Ahmed, Torben Hilmers, Enno Uhl, Frederico Tupinambá-Simões, Felipe Bravo, Miren del Río, Hans Pretzsch

“…Therefore, this knowledge is valuable for improving forest management practices and offers useful insights for professionals working in forestry.…”
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Microwave ablation vs. single-needle radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of HCC up to 4 cm: A randomized-controlled trial by Katsutoshi Sugimoto, Kento Imajo, Hidekatsu Kuroda, Go Murohisa, Kazue Shiozawa, Kentaro Sakamaki, Takuya Wada, Hirohito Takeuchi, Kei Endo, Tamami Abe, Takashi Matsui, Takahiro Murakami, Masato Yoneda, Atsushi Nakajima, Shigehiro Kokubu, Takao Itoi

“…Given that an RCT differs slightly from daily clinical situations, practical and anatomical criteria for selecting the optimal technique on a lesion-by-lesion basis are required.…”
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Characterizing local forest structural complexity based on multi-platform and -sensor derived indicators by Patrick Kacic, Ursula Gessner, Christopher R. Hakkenberg, Stefanie Holzwarth, Jörg Müller, Kerstin Pierick, Dominik Seidel, Frank Thonfeld, Michele Torresani, Claudia Kuenzer

“…In this regard, forest managers have sought to promote enhanced structural complexity (ESC) which utilizes the positive correlation between structural complexity and biodiversity or resilience to inform management practices. In light of these concerns, we integrated remote sensing data from multiple platforms and sensors to test the potential for quantifying different levels of structural complexity in temperate forests. …”
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Acceptability and efficacy of the culturally adapted problem management plus intervention for people with disability in Pakistan: a pilot cluster randomized controlled trial by Basharat Hussain, Basharat Hussain, Muhammad Tahir Khalily, Muhammad Tahir Khalily, Ahmed Waqas, Atif Rahman, Ioannis Angelakis, Anum Nisar, Sabir Zaman, Tanveer Akhtar

“…The qualitative interviews revealed that the integration of religious practices, such as associating stress management techniques with Adhan, significantly enhanced the acceptability of the culturally adapted PM+ intervention. …”
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Healthcare performance of leprosy management in peripheral health facilities of Dhanusa and Mahottari, Nepal by Ram Kumar Mahato, Uttam Ghimire, Bijay Bajracharya, Binod K. C., Deepak Bam, Deepak Ghimire, Uttam Raj Pyakurel, David T. S. Hayman, Basu Dev Pandey, Chuman Lal Das, Krishna Prasad Paudel

“…Leprosy disability and ear hand and feet (EHF) scores were not significantly reduced in treated patients during the study period, but counseling by LFPs significantly improved cases’ positive beliefs and practices regarding self-care. Conclusion Overall leprosy care median performance was low (53%) and can be improved by evidenced-based training, onsite coaching, monitoring, and supervision to facilitate leprosy transmission elimination. …”
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Identification of the crucial circ-mi-mRNA interaction networks regulating testicular development and spermatogenesis in ganders by Xiaopeng Li, Xiaoyong He, Guibi Li, Zhujun Wang, Fuli Huang, Jiasen Chen, Yang Song, Tanze Liu, Zhaoyan Chen, Xiangfeng Wang, Jiwei Hu, Hua He, Hehe Liu, Liang Li, Jiwen Wang, Shenqiang Hu

“…Semen quality has an important impact on the reproductive performance of ganders, and the quantity and quality of spermatozoa in semen are the determinants of semen quality. In our practical work, a small number of azoospermic ganders were observed in adult goose breeding populations, but the underlying regulatory mechanisms remain unknown. …”
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Prevalence of peptic ulcer disease and its associated factors in Jeddah Saudi Arabia by Muazzam Sheriff Maqbul, Reem Saleh Alzaki, Reema Sami Meeralam, Norah Abdulmajeed Alqutami, Bayan Mohammed Alturki, Lina Sultan Alhazmi, Reem Mamdouh Alaseeri, Lama Saad Alghamdi, Reem Khalid bin Brik, Shaima Tariq Mansoor Beig, Muath Saeed Alamri, Wjood Abdullah A. Alshehri, Turki Ayed Almutairi, Maha Abdullah Alqurashi, Ahmed Jamal Nasef

“…The study aims to investigate PUD prevalence, associated factors, healthcare-seeking behavior, and knowledge levels in Jeddah's population to provide insights for public health strategies and clinical practices. Methodology: This cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and its associated factors in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, using a validated questionnaire covered demographic details, knowledge, psychosocial aspects, symptoms, healthcare-seeking behavior, and medical history. …”
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Assessing learning, behaviour, and stress level in goats while testing a virtual fencing training protocol by L. Wilms, D. Hamidi, C.H.U. Lüntzel, M. Hamidi, M. Komainda, R. Palme, J. Isselstein, S. Waiblinger, M. Egerbacher

“…Future research needs to confirm these results and test VF with goats under practical conditions.…”
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PLGA-based biocompatible nanoparticles improved anti-breast tumor efficacy of 1,25(OH)2D3 through the SOCS3/STAT3/EMT signaling axis by JinJing Pan, Ping Wang, Linghong Xiong, Wenqing Yang, Jie Li, Kai Yang, Bingyan Li

“…This elevated dosage could lead to significant side effects, thereby constraining its practical application in clinical settings. The FDA-approved nanomaterial poly (lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) had the potential for utilization in clinical settings. …”
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Global digital elevation model (GDEM) product generation by correcting ASTER GDEM elevation with ICESat-2 altimeter data by B. Li, B. Li, B. Li, B. Li, H. Xie, H. Xie, S. Liu, Z. Ye, Z. Hong, Q. Weng, Q. Weng, Q. Weng, Y. Sun, Q. Xu, X. Tong

“…<p>Advancements in scientific inquiry and practical applications have created a higher demand for the accuracy of global digital elevation models (GDEMs), especially for GDEMs whose main data source is optical imagery. …”
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Global, regional and national burden of neuroblastoma and other peripheral nervous system tumors, 1990 to 2021 and predictions to 2035: visualizing epidemiological characteristics... by Chaoyan Yue, Qi Zhang, Fenyong Sun, Qiuhui Pan

“…We analyzed the epidemiological statistical indicators of neuroblastoma and other peripheral nervous system tumors patients from 1990 to 2021 in Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021 database, aiming to provide valuable insights for public health interventions and clinical practices. Methods: Based on the GBD 2021 database, this study analyzed the incidence, mortality, prevalence, and Disability-Adjusted Life-Years (DALYs) of neuroblastoma and other peripheral nervous system tumors from 1990 to 2021, stratified by sociodemographic development index (SDI) and geographic regions. …”
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HESS Opinions: Towards a common vision for the future of hydrological observatories by P. Nasta, G. Blöschl, G. Blöschl, H. R. Bogena, S. Zacharias, R. Baatz, G. De Lannoy, K. H. Jensen, S. Manfreda, L. Pfister, L. Pfister, A. M. Tarquis, I. van Meerveld, M. Voltz, Y. Zeng, W. Kustas, X. Li, H. Vereecken, N. Romano

“…To this end, a common vision and practical data management solutions need to be developed. …”
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Determinants of continuation on HIV pre-exposure propylaxis among female sex workers at a referral hospital in Uganda: a mixed methods study using COM-B model by Samuel Kawuma, Rodgers Katwesigye, Happy Walusaga, Praise Akatukunda, Joan Nangendo, Charles Kabugo, Moses R. Kamya, Fred C. Semitala

“…The capability, opportunity, and motivation to change behaviour model was used to explore perspectives and practices of FSWs (n = 24) and health care providers (n = 8) on continuation on PrEP among FSWs, using semi structured interviews. …”
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Designing a Policy Making Model in Iran' Sport with the Approach of Sport for All Development by Behdad Sadeghi, Rahmatollah Gholipour, Mojtaba Amiri, Marjan Saffari

“…In terms of purpose, this study is classified as applied research, as it encompasses practical aspects for various organizations related to sports and health, in addition to providing awareness and scientific insights. …”
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The institutionalisation of research and innovation in Swiss sports federations – Analysis of the status quo by Cornel Gübeli, Hippolyt Kempf, Solange Emmenegger, Christelle Ganné-Chedeville

“…With federations having key responsibilities in the Swiss sport research and innovation ecosystem, the question for the factors hindering their engagement in research and innovation practices arises. Research and innovation are important factors to remain agile in the face of the major challenges posed by megatrends and rapid technological change. …”
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Optimizing the Construction Supply Chain Network Considering the Flow of Materials, Equipment, Manpower, Drawings and Technical Documents by Seyed Saeid Helli, Hadi Mokhtari, Saeed Dehnavi

“…The current study was influenced by limitations such as access to real data and the impossibility of handling a real case study, because the problem of designing the construction supply chain has wide dimensions and requires access to all dimensions of the construction industry chain, from upstream to downstream. Practical implications: With the definition and expansion of the concept of supply chain and the use of supply chain management in manufacturing industries and the positive results it brought in various manufacturing industries, supply chain management emerged in the construction industry. …”
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Point prevalence survey of antibiotic use in Mexican secondary care hospitals. by Federico A Zumaya-Estrada, Celia M Alpuche-Aranda, Hilda Ivonne Huerta Icelo, Felipe D Neri-Estrada, Verónica M Calixto Silva, Haydee E Quiroz Escoriza, Jesus Ulises Garza-Ramos, Pedro J Saturno-Hernandez

“…<h4>Conclusions</h4>This study shows high prevalence rates of antibiotic use and variations in commonly prescribed antibiotic classes in public Mexican secondary care hospitals, along with shared practices in broad-spectrum antibiotic prescription. …”
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Awareness and knowledge regarding female genital schistosomiasis among European healthcare workers: a cross-sectional online survey by Valentina Marchese, Aaron Remkes, Irina Kislaya, Pia Rausche, André Brito, Jana Christina Hey, Tahinamandranto Rasamoelina, Rivo Andry Rakotoarivelo, Jürgen May, Daniela Fusco

“…A Poisson regression was used to identify factors associated with MDs’ knowledge and awareness of FGS and adjusted prevalence ratios (aPR) were estimated. Practices related to FGS were described using counts and proportions for a subsample of MDs aware of FGS. …”
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Dairy cows' responses to 2 separation methods after 3 months of cow-calf contact by Anina Vogt, Susanne Waiblinger, Rupert Palme, Uta König von Borstel, Kerstin Barth

“…ABSTRACT: Weaning and separation remain among some of the biggest challenges for cow-calf contact systems, making the development of practical and low-stress separation methods mandatory for future success of these systems. …”
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The relationship between self-efficacy, learning burnout, willingness to fulfill the contract and empathy of rural-oriented tuition-waived medical students of China: a cross-sectio... by Xuewen Zhang, Guanqi Han, Chen Feng, Yuxuan Xu, Leyan Gao, Zhen Tan

“…This provides positive suggestions for medical colleges to improve the empathy of students, which is of great practical significance for continuously improving the service quality of general practitioners and ultimately realizing the development of high-quality rural medical and health undertakings. …”
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