A Comparative Study on the Phytochemical Profile, Antimicrobial Activity and Antioxidant Capacity of Flowers and Leaves from Selected Medicinal Plants by Anisha Bhandari, Kanti Shrestha, Pramila Parajuli

“… Recently, there has been an increase in global acclaim for historically utilized medicinal plants. This study aimed to prepare 70% ethanolic extracts from various medicinal plants and evaluate their phytochemical profiles, antimicrobial properties, and antioxidant activities. …”
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Strength Characteristics of Nonpenetrating Joint Rock Mass under Different Shear Conditions by Qingzhi Chen, Yuanming Liu, Shaoyun Pu

“…Direct shear tests under different normal stresses were carried out for nonpenetrating jointed rock mass to prepare specimens for triaxial tests. Then, triaxial tests were carried out to study the change of mechanical properties and strength characteristics of the nonpenetrating jointed rock mass. …”
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An XBB.1.5-based inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine partially protects against XBB.1.5 and JN.1 strains in hamsters by Ryuta Uraki, Mutsumi Ito, Maki Kiso, Kiyoko Iwatsuki-Horimoto, Masafumi Endo, Seiya Yamayoshi, Yoshihiro Kawaoka

“…While mRNA vaccines have been widely used worldwide, it is essential that we continue to prepare alternative vaccine modalities. Consistent with WHO recommendations, we developed an inactivated Omicron XBB.1.5 vaccine and assessed its efficacy against XBB.1.5 and JN.1 strains. …”
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Prospects for development of graphic training of students of technical universities by Zh. A. Nazarova

“…In this regard, the issue of actual graphic training of modern specialists has arisen: now it is not enough to teach students to create drawings using CAD and read design documentation, but it is necessary to immediately prepare students for collective creativity, responsibility to the team for the changes made to the project, and most importantly — to show the principles of work in a software product for information modeling. …”
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Elevation of natural vulnerability in the karst aquifers (case study: karst aquifers of Sheshpier and Borgan, Fars province) by Mehdi kashefi, mojgan entezari, maryam Jafari Aghdam

“…The aim of this study is to estimate the natural vulnerability karstic aquifer of Shispir and Borghan using the proposed model of Cast action 620, and prioritize the level of aquifer in the field of conservation measures and provide management solutions in order to better protect them in this model. To prepare a natural vulnerability map are used geological maps, soil, vegetation, digital elevation model (10 meter) and precipitation statistics of meteorological stations and vulnerability map is evaluated as three factors of C, O, p. …”
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PAIVS: prediction of avian influenza virus subtype by Hyeon-Chun Park, Juyoun Shin, Sung-Min Cho, Shinseok Kang, Yeun-Jun Chung, Seung-Hyun Jung

“…Therefore, sensitive and accurate subtyping of AIV is important to prepare and prevent for the spread of HPAI. Next-generation sequencing (NGS) can analyze the full-length sequence information of entire AIV genome at once, so this technology is becoming a more common in detecting AIVs and predicting subtypes. …”
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Government crisis communication tools in the light of the extreme drought of 2022 by Ágnes Kovács, Edina Kriskó, Tamás Pálvölgyi, László Balatonyi

“…Value: Due to the acceleration of the hydrological cycle, it is likely that in the future humanity will have to prepare for more intense periods of extreme water scarcity. …”
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Rheological, mechanical, and microstructural properties of engineered geopolymer composite (EGC) made with ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and fly ash by Xinhua Cai, Jinjing Yin, Xian Xu, Duo Zhang, Yamin Wang

“…Ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBFS) and fly ash (FA) were used as precursors to prepare Engineered Geopolymer Composite (EGC) based on the binary binder system, and the effects of GGBFS content and curing time on the mechanical properties as well as the microstructure were investigated. …”
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The impacts of hospital admission in very late‐onset schizophrenia‐like psychosis: A case report by Shigeki Katakami, Yuto Satake, Takashi Suehiro, Daiki Ishimaru, Erina Nakanishi, Hideki Kanemoto, Kenji Yoshiyama, Manabu Ikeda

“…She was transferred to another psychiatric hospital to prepare for her move to a long‐term care facility because her psychosis was alleviated. …”
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Citric Acid Catalyst-Assisted Bioactive Glass with Hydrogen Peroxide for In Vitro Bioactivity and Biodegradability Using Sol-Gel Method by Tsion Chuni Aklilu, Bethelhem Gashaw Ewnete, Kena Dachasa, Kanate Sanbaba, Demeke Tesfaye, Tadele Hunde Wondimu, Jung Yong Kim, Ketema Tafess Tulu, Shimelis Lemma, Balisa Mosisa Ejeta, Fetene Fufa Bakare

“…A sol-gel method was used to prepare bioactive glass (BG) specimens of H2O2-untreated BG, 1M, 2M, and 3M H2O2-treated BGs. …”
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Antibacterial Activity and Physical Properties of Fish Gelatin-Chitosan Edible Films Supplemented with D-Limonene by Yunzhen Yao, Ding Ding, Hongyuan Shao, Qifan Peng, Yaqin Huang

“…Fish gelatin-chitosan edible films with D-limonene were successfully prepared, which exhibited exceptional mechanical properties and antimicrobial activity. …”
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Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Education: A Cross-sectional UTAUT Analysis Study by Latifah H Alenazi

“…It equips nursing students with skills to evaluate and apply AI in future patient care, preparing the nursing workforce for a healthcare landscape increasingly supported by AI. …”
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Cu-Ag/SBA-15 nano catalysts for the control of microorganisms in water by Saidulu Ganji, Ramesh Kola, Kumaraswamy Gullapelli, Ramesh Martha

“…Among the series of the catalysts prepared, 0.25Cu-0.75Ag /SBA-15 catalyst showed superior catalytic activity. …”
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A New Photocatalytic System Using Steel Mesh and Cold Cathode Fluorescent Light for the Decolorization of Azo Dye Orange G by Ming-Chin Chang, Chin-Pao Huang, Hung-Yee Shu, Yung-Chen Chang

“…The objective of this study was to prepare a new photocatalytic system by coating nanosized TiO2 particles on steel mesh support and using cold cathode fluorescent light (CCFL) irradiation at 365 nm in a closed reactor for the oxidation of azo dye C.I. …”
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Face Masks and Prevention of Respiratory Viral Infections: An Overview by Chiu-Sen Wang

“…While face masks have proven adequate in reducing airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2 infections, continuous improvement is needed to better prepare for future respiratory viral threats.…”
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Experiences and Perspectives of Student Nurses Toward Volunteerism during Health Emergencies: A Systematic Review by Pradeepti Prashar, Dinesh Kumar Sharma, Bandana Mohinder, Santosh Kumari

“…Nursing schools should include emergency response training to prepare students for pandemic leadership.…”
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Understanding the impact of plasma functionalized MWCNTs on the structure, physicochemical and mechanical properties of PEMA by Omar F. Farag, N. A. M. Eid, Essam M. Abdel‑Fattah

“….% (0.005, 0.01, and 0.02 wt.%) to prepare nanocomposite films using the traditional solution casting method. …”
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Outcomes of Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction Surgery Converted into Balloon Dilation and Silicone Intubation due to Probing Difficulty by Oren Yaakov Sagiv, Achia Nemet, Asaf Achiron, Doron Neumann, Raimo Tuuminen, Oriel Spierer

“…The surgical team may prepare to proceed with secondary surgery under the same anesthesia after the initial attempt of probing and irrigation. …”
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Utilization of Macadamia Nutshell Residue for the Synthesis of Magnetic Activated Carbon toward Zinc (II) Ion Removal by Minh-Trung Dao, Thi-Phuong-Linh Tran, Duc-Thuong Vo, Van-Kieu Nguyen, Le-Thuy-Thuy-Trang Hoang

“…In this study, macadamia nutshell residue, a prevalent leftover and green agricultural waste in Vietnam, was utilized to prepare a magnetic activated carbon adsorbent. The obtained material was characterized by its surface functionalities, elemental composition, crystalline structure, and magnetic properties. …”
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The Potential of Online Tasks to Facilitate Autonomous Language Learning with the Use of Online Dictionaries in a Higher Education ESP Classroom by Carolina Girón-García

“…The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and previous studies in lexicography have shown the frustration that many students experience with the amount of information to which they are exposed to solve terminological doubts in the field of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Yet, ICTs can prepare the ground for learning inside and outside the classroom. …”
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