Outcome Mapping as a Monitoring and Evaluation Tool for Livestock Value Chain Interventions: The Case of imGoats by Hailemichael Taye Beyene, Kees Swaans, Birgit Boogaard, Ramkumar Bendapudi, Saskia Hendrickx

“…The team had direct exposure in designing and implementing the tool, observing and improving (based on practical experiences and reflections) in the project implementation process.  …”
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The Metempiricism of Margins: Professor Anthony Aṣiwaju and the Circumference of Knowledge by Toyin Falola

“…This is about his past, from humble beginnings to a remarkable career; about the educational system of Nigeria, in particular, the discipline of History; and about the crucial interconnectivity between ideas and practical policies. There is so much to be learned from this book—history, memory, wisdom—all the chemistry of ideas to navigate complicated journeys. …”
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Development of a new nanobiotechnology method for the differential diagnosis of ocular adnexal tumors by S.V. Saakyan, D.A. Skladnev, A.P. Alekseeva, O.V. Beznos, V.V. Sorokin

“…</p> <p> <b>Conclusions:</b> this novel nanobiotechnology method provides a differential diagnosis of benign and malignant ocular adnexal tumors. The practical relevance of this method lies in differentiating benign and malignant tumors to schedule management strategies and surgical interventions. …”
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Episiotomies and obstetric anal sphincter injuries following a restrictive episiotomy policy in France: An analysis of the 2010, 2016, and 2021 National Perinatal Surveys. by Raphaele Houlbracq, Camille Le Ray, Béatrice Blondel, Nathalie Lelong, Anne Alice Chantry, Thomas Desplanches, ENP2021 Study Group

“…Variations between 2010 (reference), 2016, and 2021 were analyzed by Cochran-Armitage tests and using Poisson regression models adjusted for maternal age, BMI, country of birth, antenatal classes, suspicion of fetal macrosomia, and neuroaxial analgesia during labor, the professional who attended the birth, the annual number of deliveries, and the maternity unit status to account for changes in women's characteristics and obstetric practices. The overall prevalence of episiotomy decreased significantly from 25.8% (95% confidence interval (CI) 25.0 to 26.7) in 2010, to 20.1% (95% CI 19.3 to 20.9) in 2016, and 8.3% (95% CI 7.8 to 8.9) in 2021 (adjusted risk ratio (aRR) 0.33, 95% CI 0.30 to 0.35). …”
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Efficacy and safety of glycyrrhizic acid combined to essential phospholipids (Phosphogliv) at non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: results of multicenter double blind randomized plac... by V. T. Ivashkin, I. G. Bakulin, P. O. Bogomolov, M. V. Matsiyevich, N. I. Geyvandova, P. V. Koroy, S. V. Nedogoda, O. A. Sablin, L. G. Lenskaya, Ye. V. Beloborodova, A. A. Bagretsova, R. A. Abdulkhakov, M. F. Osipenko, I. V. Osipova, D. A. Pocheptsov, Ye. V. Chumachek, O. M. Khromtsova, Ye. V. Kuzmicheva

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Prevalence and factors associated with childhood malaria and anaemia in Osun state, Nigeria: a baseline household malariometric study by Olusola Ajibaye, Semiu Adebayo Rahman, Oluwagbemiga Olanrewaju Aina, Chinazo Ujuju, Chimere Obiora Agomo, Samuel Akindele, Olakiigbe Abiodun, Tolulope Victoria Uzoka, Nnenna Ogbulafor, Olufemi Oroge, Rufai-Ahmed Garba, Michael Ekholuenetale, Kolawole Maxwell, Ridwan Akorede Awosanya, Mary Abosede Adekola, Benjamin Bukky Ilesanmi, Adekemi Ajayi, Olusola Oresanya, James K. Tibenderana, Adeola Yetunde Olukosi

“…Caregivers were interviewed on malaria management practices using tools adapted from Nigeria Malaria Indicator Survey. …”
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Geometric Feature Characterization of Apple Trees from 3D LiDAR Point Cloud Data by Md Rejaul Karim, Shahriar Ahmed, Md Nasim Reza, Kyu-Ho Lee, Joonjea Sung, Sun-Ok Chung

“…Future studies should incorporate a broader and more diverse dataset to validate and refine the characterization, enhancing management practices in apple orchards.…”
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Economic-productive analysis of a mixed cattle-bubaline model mixed model in the Northern region of Corrientes Province in Argentina by Pablo Maldonado-Vargas, Vanesa Guadalupe Mierke, Liliana Laura Pellerano, Guillermo Sebastián Grimaldi, Orlando Alberto Álvarez, Natalia Mercedes Vallejos, Margarita Rosa Itatí Romero, Francisco Daniel Romero, Alexis Sebastián Bandeo, Gonzalo Enrique Tuñón, José Luis Konrad

“…Data from farms in the region was used as the analysis unit, gathering data from infrastructure, management practices, and market situations. Quantitative data (target stocking rate, female replacements) and qualitative data (descriptions) were obtained using a survey within an agreement between the provincial government and the University. …”
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Balanced displacement methods and effect evaluation of heterogeneous combination flooding in different reservoirs by Dejun WU, Jian HOU, Lijie LIU, Kang ZHOU, Zhibin AN

“…For different types of remaining oil reservoirs, the priority of implementing balanced displacement methods was clarified. In practical applications, suitable balanced displacement methods should be selected based on the type of reservoir and conditions of the field implementation. …”
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Comprehensive symptom assessment using Integrated Palliative care Outcome Scale in hospitalized heart failure patients by Yasuhiro Hamatani, Moritake Iguchi, Yurika Ikeyama, Atsuko Kunugida, Megumi Ogawa, Natsushige Yasuda, Kana Fujimoto, Hidenori Ichihara, Misaki Sakai, Tae Kinoshita, Yasuyo Nakashima, Masaharu Akao

“…The IPOS, which is a well‐validated multi‐dimensional symptom assessment scale among advanced illness, consists of 17 questions for enquiring about physical symptoms (10 items), emotional symptoms (4 items) and communication and practical issues (3 items) using a 5‐point Likert scale (0 [best]–4 [worst] points). …”
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Разработка и валидация ПИТС-индекса для оценки тяжести синдрома последствий интенсивной терапии: описательное проспективное несравнительное когортное исследование... by Андрей Августович Белкин, Е. Н. Рудник, В. А. Белкин, Н. С. Нагаев, Е. А. Пинчук, А. Е. Рудник, М. М. Ткачук

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Preparation of future teachers for innovative activities in pedagogical and technological educational environment by N. I. Naumkin, N. N. Shekshaeva, V. F. Kupryashkin, E. V. Zabrodina

“…The scientific novelty of the proposed approaches lies in the fact that without violating the structure and content of the curriculum, innovative training of students is guaranteed.Practical significance. The methodological system of research and the concept of innovation activity are concretised, its structure is developed, effective methods of training of future technology teachers for innovation activity are substantiated, and the methodology for teaching innovation activity in an innovative pedagogical and technological educational environment is developed.…”
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Reform of economic evaluation of medicines in Spain: proposals from the Advisory Committee for Pharmaceutical Financing by Marta Trapero-Bertran, Jaume Puig-Junoy, Emilio J. Alegre-del-Rey, Ana Clopés, Félix Lobo, Ana Ortega

“…The initiatives of the CAPF aim to make progress towards the integration of efficiency in Spanish pharmaceutical policy seeking to improve the methodological quality and transparency of economic evaluations, ultimately contributing to more informed decision-making and sustainable healthcare practices. Resumen: Este artículo describe las reformas recomendadas por el Comité Asesor para la Financiación de la Prestación Farmacéutica (CAPF) del Sistema Nacional de Salud (SNS) de España entre 2019 y 2024 en el proceso de fijación de precios y reembolso de medicamentos, con el fin de integrar evaluaciones económicas y mejorar la eficiencia y la sostenibilidad. …”
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Rethinking Resources: The Critical Role of Recycling in the Mining Industry by Yudan Whulanza, Eny Kusrini, Akhmad Herman Yuwono, Sri Harjanto, Nofrijon Sofyan

“…The industry, responsible for a large portion of global waste, is scrutinized for its practices that endanger both the climate and local communities. …”
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Formation of forest mensuration indicators of Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirb.) Franco in artificial plantations of the western region of Ukraine by Iurii Debryniuk, Stepan Myklush, Yuriy Myklush

“…Moreover, as Pseudotsuga matures, its growth rate intensifies, leading to an increasing share of the species within the total stand volume over time, which also needs to be taken into account when designing afforestation strategies and forest management practices to support sustainable stand development and productivity in mixed-species plantations. …”
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Diabetes distress among immigrants of south Asian descent living in New York City: baseline results from the DREAM randomized control trial by Farhan Mohsin, Laura Wyatt, Hayley Belli, Shahmir Ali, Deborah Onakomaiya, Supriya Misra, Yousra Yusuf, Shinu Mammen, Jennifer Zanowiak, Sarah Hussain, Haroon Zafar, Sahnah Lim, Nadia Islam, Naheed Ahmed

“…Methods Baseline data was collected from the Diabetes Research, Education, and Action for Minorities (DREAM) Initiative, an intervention designed to reduce hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) among South Asian individuals with uncontrolled T2D at primary care practices in NYC. The Diabetes Distress Scale (DDS) measured DD, and Core Healthy Days Measures assessed physical and mental healthy days. …”
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Long-term effectiveness of radiofrequency renal denervation in patients with resistant arterial hypertension (10-year follow-up results) by O.L. Rekovets, Yu.M. Sirenko, O.O. Torbas, S.M. Kushnir, G.F. Prymak

“…Patients reduced the number of antihypertensive drugs from 5.50 ± 0.18 to 3.50 ± 0.30 – after 5 years and 3.67 ± 0.18 – after 10 years after RDN. GFR practically did not change over 10 years from 76.10 ± 5.62 to 64.60 ± 1.93 ml/min/1.73m2, p>0.05. …”
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High-Throughput Phenotyping for Agronomic Traits in Cassava Using Aerial Imaging by José Henrique Bernardino Nascimento, Diego Fernando Marmolejo Cortes, Luciano Rogerio Braatz de Andrade, Rodrigo Bezerra de Araújo Gallis, Ricardo Luis Barbosa, Eder Jorge de Oliveira

“…Our results indicate the practical potential of implementing high-throughput phenotyping via aerial imaging for rapid and efficient selection in breeding programs.…”
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Utilizing rice-husk waste as an effective weed control mulch for Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum ) production in a tropical environment by Vivian Ogechi Osadebe, Uchenna Noble Ukwu, Nathaniel Dauda, Ifesinachi M Nwamba, Amos Ejike Ede, Anthony I Onah

“… ·       Organic waste recycling practices such as use of rice-husk as mulch offer an effective, sustainable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective option for weed management in crop fields…”
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Сравнение методик пункционно-дилатационной трахеостомии Фрова и Григгс у пациентов с избыточной массой тела и ожирением: рандомизированное контролируемое исследование... by Николай Михайлович Кругляков, Н. Э. Альтшулер, О. В. Карпова, А. Е. Кукленко, К. В. Киселёв, К. А. Попугаев

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