Chemical Characterization of Water-soluble Ions and Metals in Particulate Matter Generated by a Portable Two-stroke Gasoline Engine by Jen-Hsiung Tsai, Shui-Jen Chen, Sheng-Lun Lin, Zheng-You Xu, Kuo-Lin Huang, Chih-Chung Lin

“…Based on fuel consumption, EFs of ΣIons were the lowest when utilizing the LS additive (avg. 89.7 mg L-fuel−1), followed by the MS and SLS (165 and 168 mg L-fuel−1, in average, respectively); whereas the lowest levels of ΣMetals were observed by using MS additive (avg. 61.3 mg L−1), followed by using the LS (avg. 83.8 mg L−1) and SLS (avg. 85.2 mg L−1). …”
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What Affects Agricultural Green Total Factor Productivity in China? A Configurational Perspective Based on Dynamic Fuzzy-Set Qualitative Comparative Analysis by Danni Lu, Xinhuan Zhang, Degang Yang, Shubao Zhang

“…Our analysis of regional heterogeneity revealed distinct geographical patterns, with the resource–economy-driven model predominantly observed in central regions and the technology–policy-guided and multi-factor-synergy models more prevalent in central and eastern regions. …”
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Evaluation of 902 Total Abdominal Hysterectomies Performed for Benign Reasons by Fazilet Kübra Boynukalın, Ömer Tolga Güler, Mehmet Coşkun, Özgür Özyüncü, Nasuh Utku Doğan

“…No operation related deaths were observed during the study period. CONCLUSION: Abdominal hysterectomy, the most frequently performed operation of gynecology clinics, is an effective treatment modality in relieving symptoms and increasing quality of life with relatively lower complication rates. …”
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Death and disappearance: Measuring racial disparities in mortality and life expectancy among people in state prisons, United States 2000-2014. by Bryan L Sykes, Ernest K Chavez, Justin D Strong

“…<h4>Background</h4>Research on carceral institutions and mortality finds that people in prisons and jails have a high risk of death immediately following release from custody and that while incarcerated, racial disparities in prisoner mortality counter observed death patterns among similarly situated non-incarcerated, demographic groups. …”
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Protective factors for suicidal ideation and suicide attempts in adolescence: a longitudinal population-based cohort study examining sex differences by Victoria Bakken, Stian Lydersen, Norbert Skokauskas, Anne Mari Sund, Jannike Kaasbøll

“…Sex differences were observed in the associations between self-worth and SI, as well as social competence and SA. …”
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Pancreatic cancer mortality in South Africa: A case-control study by M L Nhleko, I Edoka, E Musenge

“…A significantly increased risk of pancreatic cancer mortality was observed among males who were managers (odds ratio (OR) 2.99; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.36 - 6.60; p=0.006) and craft and related trade workers (OR 1.89; 95% CI 1.14 - 3.14; p=0.013). …”
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Mapping Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment Outcomes in Hunan Province, China by Temesgen Yihunie Akalu, Archie C. A. Clements, Zuhui Xu, Liqiong Bai, Kefyalew Addis Alene

“…An overall upward trend in poor DR-TB treatment outcomes was observed, peaking at 14.75% in 2018. Deaths and treatment failures fluctuated over the years, with a notable increase in deaths from 2016 to 2018, while the proportion of patients lost to follow-up significantly declined from 2014 to 2018. …”
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Microplastic polymers in shellfish and fish in the coastal area by S. Basri K., A. Daud, A.B. Birawida, M. Maming, H.J. Mukono, D.S. Arsyad

“…Optical microscopy (at 100× and 400× magnification) was used to observe the morphology and to count the number of particles per sample volume using a modified Neubeuer Improved Counting Chamber. …”
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Eksplorasi Permeabilitas Membran : Teori dan Percobaan by Adelia Dwi Wulan Sari, Ananda Sabrina Putri Susilo, Salsabela Rahmawati, Mega Agustin Fajarwati, Gabriella Chandrakirana Krisnamurti

“…The research method used observation and treatment methods. The results showed that the effect of salt dissolved in water as much as 50 ml on potatoes showed a significant impact on the weight and texture of potato tissue. when tea is put into hot water, the surrounding water molecules have high kinetic energy, allowing the dissolved tea molecules to move more easily from the area of high concentration (undissolved tea) to the area of low concentration (water). methanol is more effective in accelerating the reaction compared to ethanol, both at absolute concentration and after dilution using solution concentration. …”
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Mechanistic insights into “Three Methods and Three Acupoints” Tuina therapy for improving spinal microcirculation and motor function in sciatic nerve injury model rats by Hanyu Zhang, Yingqi Zhang, Hourong Wang, Jiayue Liu, Jiawei Sun, Jinping Chen, Zhifeng Liu, Tianyuan Yu, Jian Shu

“…Successful model induction was confirmed by observable hind limb lameness. After 20 sessions, hind limb grip strength and motor nerve conduction velocity (MNCV) were measured at baseline and following the 10th and 20th intervention. …”
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Is surgery superior for distal ulna fractures? a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis by Zakaria Chabihi, Brahim Demnati, Mohamed Moussadiq, Tariq Aalil, Yassine Fath El Khir, El Mehdi Boumediane, Mohamed Amine Benhima, Imad Abkari

“…However, a higher union rate was observed with surgical management. Limitations The moderate quality of the included studies and the moderate to high heterogeneity among them are noted as limitations, indicating a need for more standardized research methodologies in this area. …”
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Impact of noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (level of control) on sex hormone profile and erectile function by Abdullah A. Khawaji, Hossam S. El-Tholoth, Muath A. Albarakati, Bander A. Binjabaan, Abdulaziz Alzahrani, Abdulmajeed Althobity, Abdulmalik Almardawi, Khaled Bedaiwi, Mussa AlNuami

“…Lower FT levels, elevated SHBG, and increased BMI were observed in the poorly controlled group, potentially contributing to ED. …”
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Exploration and implication of green macroalgal proliferation in the Nanhui-east-tidal-flat: an investigation of post-reclamation mudflat wetlands by Jinlin Liu, Zhangyi Xia, Yinqing Zeng, Jing Xia, Jing Xia, Peimin He

“…Notably, a small-scale floating green tide was observed in the sea area near NETF in July 2023, and such concerns are not unfounded. …”
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Community-Based Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Towards COVID-19: an Epidemiological Survey in Kurdistan Region, Iraq by Zhino Rawf Ali, Bayan Omar Sharif, Aram Salih Mohammed Amin Kamali, Varin Tofiq Abbas, Azad Karim Ahmed, Shaho Osman Mahmood, Chiman Jamal ahmed, Sarwat Ahmed Abdulqader

“…As well as, the female employer by Bachelor degree with barely sufficient financial status in urban area had a high score of KAP concerning COVID-19, lastly the present study observed a strong positive correlation between KAP toward coronavirus among the participants. …”
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Association between fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio and bone metabolism markers (β-CTX and P1NP) in Chinese individuals with osteoporotic fracture: a cross-sectional investigation by Li-long Feng, Ke Lu, Chong Li, Min-zhe Xu, Yao-wei Ye, Yi Yin, Hui-qiang Shan

“…This study intends to fill that knowledge gap by investigating the possible link between inflammatory indicators and bone metabolism. Methods This observational study included 718 individuals diagnosed with osteoporotic fractures from Kunshan Hospital Affiliated to Jiangsu University between January 2017 and July 2022. …”
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Response Time Threshold for Predicting Outcomes of Patients with Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest by Ling Hsuan Huang, Yu-Ni Ho, Ming-Ta Tsai, Wei-Ting Wu, Fu-Jen Cheng

“…We evaluated the threshold of ambulance response time for predicting survival to hospital discharge for patients with OHCA. A retrospective observational analysis was conducted using the emergency medical service (EMS) database (January 2015 to December 2019). …”
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Association of Hematological and Biochemical Parameters with Serological Markers of Acute Dengue Infection during the 2022 Dengue Outbreak in Nepal by Bibek Raj Bhattarai, Abhishek Mishra, Suraj Aryal, Mandira Chhusyabaga, Rajshree Bhujel

“…Platelets consistently demonstrated a higher area under the curve with increased sensitivity and specificity throughout all models, while aspartate aminotransferase (AUC = 0.811) and glucose (AUC = 0.712) demonstrated better results when single IgM positivity was observed. The total leukocyte count performed better when both NS1 + IgM were positive (AUC = 0.814). …”
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Malaria and Geohelminthiasis Coinfections in Expectant Women: Effect on Maternal Health and Birth Outcomes in a Malaria Endemic Region in Kenya by Wekesa Antony Wanyonyi, Chrispinus Siteti Mulambalah, David H. Mulama, Elizabeth Omukunda, Darwin Injete Siteti

“…Haemoglobin and eosinophils levels were determined by coulter counter while malaria parasitemia levels and red blood cell morphology were assessed by preparing and observing blood smears under the microscope. Fresh stool samples were collected and processed for identification and quantification of geohelminths species using Kato-Katz. …”
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Design and development of novel 1,2,3-triazole chalcone derivatives as potential anti-osteosarcoma agents via inhibition of PI3K/Akt/mTOR signalling pathway by Su Qing, Xu Baolin, Tian Zhoubin, Gong Ziling

“…The most significant inhibitory activity was observed for compound 4e against all cell lines (MG-63, HepG2, A549 and HeLa), still somewhat lower to comparable to that of gedatolisib, but with the highest potency against MG-63 cells. …”
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Pectus Carinatum Repair Using the Sandwiched Bars and Screw Fixation System: A Retrospective Cohort Study of a Single Center Experience by Tran Thanh Vy, Ho Tat Bang, Ha Quoc Hung, Lam Thao Cuong, Nguyen Hoang Binh

“…No serious procedure‐related complications were observed. Conclusion Minimally invasive repair using the sandwiched bar and screw fixation system is an effective and safe treatment for PC. …”
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