Evidence-based Algorithms for Free Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Salvage in Autologous Breast Reconstruction by Anna R. Todd, MD, PhD, FRCSC, Mawaddah Alrajraji, MD, Kathryn Sawa, MD, Joan E. Lipa, MD, MSc, Laura Snell, MD, MSc

“…These expert-reviewed algorithms provide an approachable and evidence-based structure to support return to the OR and serve as readily available resources.…”
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Algorithm and Methods for Analyzing Power Consumption Behavior of Industrial Enterprises Considering Process Characteristics by Pavel Ilyushin, Boris Papkov, Aleksandr Kulikov, Konstantin Suslov

“…The need to analyze the specific features of technological processes based on the probabilistic structure and random functions is proven. This is justified because it becomes possible to fulfill the production plan with technological fluctuations in productivity and, accordingly, power consumption, which exceeds the nominal values by more than 5%. …”
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Metasurface higher-order poincaré sphere polarization detection clock by Hui Yang, Kai Ou, Qiang Liu, Meiyu Peng, Zhenwei Xie, Yuting Jiang, Honghui Jia, Xinbin Cheng, Hui Jing, Yueqiang Hu, Huigao Duan

“…Abstract Accurately and swiftly characterizing the state of polarization (SoP) of complex structured light is crucial in the realms of classical and quantum optics. …”
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The optimization of consensus decision-making for a multi-microwave source system based on composite leader-follower clustering for intelligent agent-based joint heating temperatur... by Biao Yang, Baowei Song, Cheng Cheng, Youpeng Zhao, Haiqin Yang, Yuchen Li, Zhongyi He

“…Second, within this structure, multiple leader systems within the composite leader system were used for decision-making. …”
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Highly corrosion-resistant and photocatalytic hybrid coating on AZ31 Mg alloy via plasma electrolytic oxidation with organic-inorganic integration by Talitha Tara Thanaa, Mohammad Aadil, Alireza Askari, Arash Fattah-alhosseini, Mohammad Alkaseem, Mosab Kaseem

“…The hybrid coating exhibited unique twig-like surface structures that contributed to forming a multifunctional coating with high corrosion resistance and superior photocatalytic activity. …”
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Study and application on the size effect and end effect of red sandstone mechanical properties by Feng Chen, Jinyang Du, Yanhong Du, Ruxuan Li, Chun’an Tang, Yishan Pan, Gen Li

“…The results indicate that the rock burst tendency of different-sized specimens remains stable around 2, with the K value of H150 specimens potentially being higher due to structural instability. Furthermore, numerical simulations using RFPA3D software were conducted to further validate the experimental results and delve into the mechanism of the end effect on the mechanical properties of rock specimens. …”
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Computer Based Correlation of the Texture of P63 Expressed Nuclei with Histological Tumour Grade, in Laryngeal Carcinomas by Konstantinos Ninos, Spiros Kostopoulos, Ioannis Kalatzis, Panagiota Ravazoula, George Sakelaropoulos, George Panayiotakis, George Economou, Dionisis Cavouras

“…With advancing grade, P63 expression decreased, P63 stained nuclei appeared of lower image intensity, more inhomogeneous, of higher local contrast, contained smaller randomly distributed dissimilar structures and had irregular shape. Conclusion. P63 expressed nuclei contain important information related to histologic grade.…”
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Mycorrhizal fungi mitigate cadmium leaching losses by decreasing the inorganic cadmium proportion in soil solutions by Wei Li, Jiong Wu, Jie Yan, Xinran Liang, Xiaoyi Li, Yongmei He, Bo Li, Fangdong Zhan

“…Moreover, AMF decreased the Cd concentration in the leachate by 36.0 %–76.3 % by reducing the proportion of Cd2 + and inorganic Cd complexes in the soil solution and leachate by 26.2 %–85.7 %, and increasing the proportion of organic Cd complexes. Structural equation analysis revealed that the GRSP and LMWOAs were the primary factors driving the potential of AMF to reduce Cd leaching loss from polluted soil. …”
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Does forest loss and fragmentation reduce woodpecker-associated ecosystem functions? by Kazuma Yasuda, Daiki Kato, Shoji Naoe, Tatsuya Amano, Tetsuro Yoshikawa, Kahoko Tochigi, Shinsuke Koike

“…Forest loss changed the woodpecker community structure by affecting the woodpecker guilds differently. …”
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Photophysical and Electrochemical Studies of Multinuclear Complexes of Iron(II) with Acetate and Extended Conjugated N-Donor Ligands by Norbani Abdullah, Suhana Mohd Said, Anita Marlina, Muhamad Faris Roslan, Afiq Azil, Abdul Rahman Nordin

“…A dimeric iron(II) complex, trans-[Fe2(CH3COO)4(L1)2] (1), and a trinuclear iron(II) complex, [Fe3(CH3COO)4(H2O)4(L2)] (2), were studied as potential dye-sensitised solar cell materials. The structures of both complexes were deduced by a combination of instrumental analyses and molecular modelling. …”
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A Case of Atypical Neurofibromatous Neoplasm of Uncertain Biologic Potential: Unravelling the Enigma by Apoorva Pande, Samarth Shukla, Sourya Acharya, Pravin Gadkari, Milind Pande

“…Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) findings indicated fusiform swelling in the mid-forearm, possibly originating from the ulnar nerve with significant involvement of the adjacent structures. This case underscores the complexity and diagnostic challenges associated with such swellings, necessitating thorough examination and ongoing monitoring for timely intervention. …”
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Beyond age: Decoding the investment DNA of generations Z and Y in Indonesia by Debbi Chyntia Ovami, Henny Zurika Lubis, Esa Setiana, Ita Mustika, Sari Wulandari

“…The Likert scale assesses indicators by eliciting responses to statements and questions. The Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) approach was employed for analysis utilizing WarpPLS 8.0 software. …”
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Molecular epidemiology and genetic diversity of disappearing Plasmodium vivax in southern Thailand by Parsakorn Tapaopong, Gustavo da Silva, Aurel Holzschuh, Wasinee Rungsarityotin, Chayanut Suansomjit, Kanit Pumchuea, Khajohnpong Manopwisedjaroen, Amnat Khamsiriwatchara, Podjadeach Khuntong, Liwang Cui, Cristian Koepfli, Jetsumon Sattabongkot, Wang Nguitragool

“…Abstract The evolution of genetic diversity and population structure of Plasmodium vivax as malaria elimination approaches remains unclear. …”
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Thermodynamic Properties of γ- and δ-Lactones: Exploring Alkyl Chain Length Effect and Ring-Opening Reactions for Green Chemistry Applications by Ana L. R. Silva, Gastón P. León, Vladimír Lukeš, Erik Klein, Maria D. M. C. Ribeiro da Silva

“…The experimental results are discussed in terms of structural contributions to the energetic properties of the lactones studied, as well as to other alkylated γ- and δ-lactones, and empirical correlations are suggested for the estimation of the standard molar enthalpies of formation, at <i>T</i> = 298.15 K, for other alkylated γ- and δ-lactones, both in the liquid and gaseous phases, as well as for the respective enthalpies of vaporization. …”
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Man versus Machine: Software Training for Surgeons—An Objective Evaluation of Human and Computer-Based Training Tools for Cataract Surgical Performance by Nizar Din, Phillip Smith, Krisztina Emeriewen, Anant Sharma, Simon Jones, James Wawrzynski, Hongying Tang, Paul Sullivan, Silvestro Caputo, George M. Saleh

“…Videos of surgeons with varying experience were enrolled and independently scored with the validated PhacoTrack motion capture software and the Objective Structured Assessment of Cataract Surgical Skill (OSACCS) human scoring tool. …”
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The association between perceived social support and self-management behaviors in adolescents and young adults with inflammatory bowel disease: the chain mediating role of basic ps... by Yangfan Zhu, Yangfan Zhu, Yueyue Chen, Yuman Tang, Xin Zhang, Qiao Shen, Fei Li, Hao Wang, Xianlan Zheng

“…Data were collected utilizing the structured self-report questionnaires. Mediating effects were analyzed using the bootstrap method.ResultsA total of 183 adolescents and young adults with IBD (male: 71.58%), aged 13 to 24 years old (M = 20.33, SD = 3.03), were included in the analysis. …”
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Experimental Study on Spontaneous Imbibition Characteristics of Fracturing Fluid at Cores from Different Layers in Fuling Shale Gas Reservoir by Sidong Fang, Jing Sun, DeHua Liu, Zhiyuan Yao, Bin Nie

“…The imbibition velocity is closely related to clay mineral content and pore structure characteristics of shale core. The higher the clay mineral content, the higher the imbibition velocity. …”
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Experimental study on the splitting tensile failure of a carbon nanotube-modified fly ash foamed concrete filler by Shukun Zhang, Xinghui Wu, Peng Jiang, Haohao Wang, Shuai Wang, Haojie Yang, Lu Lu

“…The triangular stable loadbearing structure formed by the modified foamed concrete backfill after splitting caused the end of the stress–strain curve to exhibit varying degrees of “backlash”. …”
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Shear Performance of Vertical Joints in Wind Turbine Concrete Towers with Different Interface Processes by Yang Zhou, Ertong Hao, Yudong Ran, Hai Cao, Yane Li, Jike Tan

“…However, sometimes the concrete near the vertical joints is damaged due to compression after applying pretension to the arc bolts, which will affect the bearing capacity and stability of the entire tower structure. If other interface processes are used for vertical joint splicing, the shear performance will be directly affected. …”
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A concise practical clinical guide to identifying spasticity in neurological shoulder dysfunction by Damon Hoad, Stephen Ashford, Stephen Ashford, Ganesh Bavikatte, Rachel Farrell, Rachel Farrell, Adrian Robertson, Jörg Wissel, Jörg Wissel

“…However, there is a current discrepancy between the diagnosis of arm spasticity and the subsequent assessment and treatment of spasticity in people with shoulder involvement.ObjectiveAn expert panel aimed to establish a consensus and provide a simple structured approach to identifying and assessing people with spasticity of the hemiplegic shoulder.MethodsA consensus group of six spasticity experts were interviewed individually via 1-h video calls to ascertain how they assess people with arm spasticity for shoulder involvement. …”
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