Specific nature of the integrative (complex) effect of environmental factors on hazelnut cultivars in the Russian humid subtropics by T. D. Besedina, A. P. Boyko, Ts. V. Tutberidze, N. S. Kiseleva

“…Dependence of hazel cultivars on climate indicators (air temperature and humidity, and total precipitation) was observed in the phases of harvest formation. The crop’s genotypic diversity contributed to the specific nature of the complex effect produced by environmental factors. …”
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The Effects of Cryogenic Process on the AISI M2 Punch Materials and on the Hole Edge Geometry of the DIN EN 10111-98 Sheet Metal Control Arm Parts by Yusuf Arslan

“…However, abrasive wear was generally observed in cryogenically treated punches. The edge geometry values in the circular holes were at least two times higher than those in the slot holes of untreated samples. …”
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Effect of β-blocker on clinical outcomes in patients with traumatic brain injury: a retrospective propensity-matched study by Yaxin Zhang, Tingting Liu, Wenwen Ji, Guangdong Wang

“…However, no significant benefit was observed in patients with moderate TBI (GCS 9–12). …”
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Validity of a smartphone application for self-monitoring psychiatric symptoms in patients with schizophrenia by Sung-Wan Kim, Jae-Kyeong Kim, Min Jhon, Ju-Wan Kim, Seunghyong Ryu, Ju-Yeon Lee, Jae-Min Kim

“…Significant correlations were observed between app-based ratings and formal assessments at all time points. …”
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Is the Family Health Center Professionals’ Knowledge Level About Child Abuse and Neglect Sufficent? A Comprehensive Field Study by Serdar Deniz, Muhammet Bayraktar, Tufan Nayir, Elçin Balcı, Feyza İnceoğlu

“…Results: Since the overall scale score of the study group was above 3, it (3.77 ± 0.36) was determined that the average score of the participants was sufficient. 46.2% (<i>n</i> = 231) of the group did not receive training on child neglect and abuse during their education, and 45.2% (<i>n</i> = 226) during their work. 95.8% stated that they paid attention to signs of abuse and neglect in children brought for examination and follow-up, while 83.4% stated that they had not encountered any cases in the last year. 42% (<i>n</i> = 210) of the group thought that the relevant authorities would not take the necessary action even if they observed signs of child neglect and abuse, while 37.4% (<i>n</i> = 187) stated that they did not know when and how to report. …”
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Social Support, Spiritual Well-Being, and Quality of Life Among MSM and Transgender Women Living with HIV in Rural Thailand by Anongluk Vongtree, Natawan Khumsaen, Wimonpan Sungsakul, Supannee Peawnalaw, Panarat Chenchob, Tassamon Namwong

“…Significant positive correlations were observed between QOL and both social support (r=0.459, p<0.05) and SWB (r=0.501, p<0.05). …”
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Healthcare Resource Utilization Among Patients With Agitation in Alzheimer Dementia by Christie Teigland, Zulkarnain Pulungan, David Bruhn, Steve Hwang

“…Overall, healthcare costs were higher in the agitation in Alzheimer dementia population compared with those without agitation in Alzheimer dementia (mean cost PPPY, $32 322 and $30 121, respectively), with the largest differences observed in inpatient and post-acute care costs. **Conclusions:** These exploratory findings underscore the substantial economic burden of agitation in Alzheimer dementia and highlight the need for treatment options for the agitation in Alzheimer dementia population to improve associated health outcomes.…”
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Comparative analysis of state-level policy responses in global health governance: A scoping review using COVID-19 as a case. by Fengyuan Tang, Wenqianzi Yang, Weijia Wu, Yewen Yao, Yi Yang, Qiyi Zheng, Baheti Maireyi, Shengxuan Jin, Hengjin Dong

“…Domestically, the United States and India have taken more measures, yet notable disparities in infection source control, transmission interruption, vulnerable population protection, collaborative governance, and so on were observed among all four states. Globally, the United States and Sweden were more proactive in international governance, and all four states have variations in their adherence to global regulations, information sharing, resource distribution, and cooperative engagement.…”
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Can Platelet Count and Mean Platelet Volume be Used as Markers of Postdural Puncture Headache in Obstetric Patients? by Osman Uzundere, Cem Kıvılcım Kaçar, Sedat Kaya

“…This prospective, observational study included 76 patients (Group 1) with PDPH and 93 patients (Group 2) without PDPH. …”
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A review of artificial intelligence techniques for optimizing friction stir welding processes and predicting mechanical properties by Roosvel Soto-Diaz, Mauricio Vásquez-Carbonell, Jose Escorcia-Gutierrez

“…Furthermore, the study aimed to illustrate how artificial intelligence has improved the caliber and dependability of FSW joints through real-time observation and defect identification. A systematic literature review was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines to identify relevant studies on the utilization of AI in FSW. …”
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Activity trypsin-like proteinases and intestinal mucosa collagen degradation at gastro-intestinal diseases by О. E. Akbasheva, V. A. Burkovskaya, A. E. Dehand, E. I. Beloborodova, L. A. Akimova, E. L. Naumova, E. A. Kvach

“…At ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease in mucosa of intestine activation of trypsin-, elastase- and collagenase-like proteinases on a background of decrease of activity of a1-PI and a2-MG that results in degradation of connective tissue proteins is observed. The most severe disorder of collagen and elastin metabolism, i.e. substantial increase of collagen decomposition products, proteinases activity on the background of deficiency of inhibitors in mucosa of intestine and blood plasma occurs in Crohn’s disease.…”
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The Role of Correcting Structural and Functional Albumin Properties in Ascites Control in Decompensated Cirrhotic Patients by A. A. Turkina, M. V. Maevskaya, M. S. Zharkova, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Along with clinical improvement, restoration of albumin structural and functional properties was observed in the albumin group. The mean serum albumin level at which ascites remained in remission for 3 months was 42.11 g/L (p &lt; 0.001).Conclusions and discussion. …”
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Impact of BN and WC Particulate Reinforcements on Mechanical Properties and Damage Development of Al-2048 Metal Matrix Composites by T. Sivakumar, Chikkappa Udagani, M. Sivaranjani, M. Sudhakar, Reem Mohammed Alharbi, Neveen Abdel-Raouf, Ibraheem Borie M. Ibraheem, Essam Nageh Sholkamy, Mahadeo A. Mahadik, Simon Yishak

“…To make sense of the test results, an observation of the damage evolution behaviors of the reinforcing particles provides a concept that the composites’ strength is primarily determined by the balance between the reinforcing particles sharing the load and creating strain discontinuity in the matrix. …”
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Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Helminthiasis in Horses and Donkeys of Hawassa District, Southern Ethiopia by Mesfin Mathewos, Dawit Girma, Haben Fesseha, Metages Yirgalem, Eyob Eshetu

“…However, no significant association (p > 0.05) was observed between the prevalence of GI helminths and putative risk factors such as age, sex, housing, and water source. …”
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Ecogeographic assessment of mung bean (<i>Vigna radiata</i> (L.) R. Wilczek) from the collection of the Vavilov Institute (VIR) by M. O. Burlyaeva, M. V. Gurkina, M. G. Samsonova, M. A. Vishnyakova

“…A strong variability of all studied characters and their dependence on the environment were observed in both locations. According to the averaged longterm data, differences were found in the duration of interphase periods and the entire growing season, seed yield, plant height, and 1000 seed weight in both sites. …”
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Experimental Investigation of Seawater for the Absorption of Carbon Dioxide from Ship Chimneys by İrem Koçyiğit Çapoğlu, Duygu Uysal, Özkan Murat Doğan, Bekir Zühtü Uysal

“…Additionally, 0.4% by volume calcium oxide (CaO) solution was added to NaCl solutions at different concentrations and its contribution to CO2 absorption was examined. It was observed that there was a decrease in CO2 absorption performance with the increase in salinity. …”
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Age-Related Trends in Body Composition among Women Aged 20–80 Years: A Cross-Sectional Study by Nirmala Rathnayake, Hasanga Rathnayake, Sarath Lekamwasam

“…Of the 13% decrease in TBLM after 50 years, 9% loss occurred after 59 years. The trends observed help to understand the occurrence of diseases linked with body composition.…”
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Root System Architecture and Physiological Characteristics of Soybean (Glycine max L.) Seedlings in Response to PEG6000-Simulated Drought Stress by Vincent Ishola Esan, Idowu Arinola Obisesan, Timothy Oyebamiji Ogunbode

“…The highest dry weight was observed in G16 and G10, while the number of leaves was recorded in G19 and G17. …”
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A retrospective analysis of migraine prophylaxis with anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies at the hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kaunas Clinics by V. Karpavičiūtė, K. Statkevičienė, G. Žemgulytė

“…Erenumab and fremanezumab are equally effective and equivalent for both migraine types. It was observed that more than half of the patients required a dose increase when treated with erenumab 70 mg, especially in CM group. …”
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IUPHAR Review: Alpha6-containing GABAA receptors – Novel targets for the treatment of schizophrenia by Lih-Chu Chiou, Werner Sieghart

“…This also impairs the function of the dopamine system, can explain a variety of schizophrenia symptoms observed, and might be one of the pathophysiological causes of schizophrenia. …”
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