Research progress on prevention and control of bio-fouling and early monitoring of reverse osmosis membrane in seawater desalination by LIU Jun, CHEN Yongqiang, LIU Zhugen, REN Xinhua, LÜ Zhixin, YU Haichao, MING Hongxia

“…However, during the operation of the RO system, various forms of pollution such as organic matter, inorganic matter, microorganisms, and other contaminants can accumulate on or within the RO membrane. …”
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Investigation on the Effects of Prefabricated Crack and Strain Rate on Uniaxial Compressive Properties of Frozen Silty Soil by Dongdong Ma, Ezra Esanju Kaunda, Kun Huang

“…To investigate the uniaxial compressive strength and deformation properties of frozen silty soil with prefabricated crack under various strain rates, the static uniaxial compressive tests were conducted for frozen silty soil using three kinds of binder materials to select the suitable prefabricated crack manufacturing method. …”
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L’agrobiodiversité végétale au sein des paysages forestiers utilisés par les communautés Baka et Konabembé au Sud-Est Cameroun by Évariste Fongnzossie, Thomas Mbang Nkongo, Didier Dibong Siegfried, Marlene Ngansop

“…Agrobiodiversity plays an important role as a source of income, a lever for the resilience of agricultural systems to climate change, a reservoir of nutrients, a basis for various ecosystem services such as pollination, soil fertility, and regulation of water cycles. …”
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Qualitative interviews in cognitive disorders caused by dementia: Addressing methodological, ethical challenges (Part II) by Fatemeh Bahramnezhad, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Nahid Dehghan Nayeri

“…However, individuals with cognitive disorders are often excluded due to various challenges. In these cases, researchers may rely on caregivers or close associates to understand their feelings and views. …”
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Intergenerational transitions in age at menarche: insights from Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India by Sumedha, Suman Singh, Praveen Kumar Pathak

“…Abstract Background Menarche, a milestone in a woman’s reproductive journey, is influenced by various factors such as lifestyle and dietary habits. …”
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ASDNet: An Efficient Self-Supervised Convolutional Network for Anomalous Sound Detection by Dewei Kong, Guoshun Yuan, Hongjiang Yu, Shuai Wang, Bo Zhang

“…These architectures employ various anomaly scoring methods, enabling complex decision boundaries to effectively detect diverse anomalous patterns. …”
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L2D2: A Novel LSTM Model for Multi-Class Intrusion Detection Systems in the Era of IoMT by Gokhan Akar, Shaaban Sahmoud, Mustafa Onat, Unal Cavusoglu, Emmanuel Malondo

“…To evaluate and compare the proposed algorithm with other methods, we used the CICIoMT2024 dataset, which encompasses various types of equipment and corresponding attacks. …”
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Characterization of Nanoscale Pores in Tight Gas Sandstones Using Complex Techniques: A Case Study of a Linxing Tight Gas Sandstone Reservoir by Chaohui Lyu, Liguo Zhong, Zhengfu Ning, Qing Wang, David R. Cole

“…Advanced techniques are needed to be employed to accurately characterize pore structures, especially tiny pores which include micron and nanopores. In this study, various experimental techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) T2, nitrogen adsorption method, and NMR cryoporometry (NMRC) are combined to interrogate the complex pore systems of the tight gas reservoir in the Linxing formation, Ordos Basin, China. …”
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Resource-based view theory and its applications in supply chain management: A systematic literature review by Robert Agwot Komakech, Thomas Ogoro Ombati, Reuben Wambua Kikwatha, Michael Githii Wainaina

“… This systematic literature review critically examines the application of the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory within Supply Chain Management (SCM) across various industries. Developed by Jay B. Barney in 1991, RBV posits that a firm's sustained competitive advantage is driven by its unique resources and capabilities that are valuable, rare, inimitable, and non-substitutable. …”
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Games and gamers: the influence of participating players on the process and outcome of regional spatial energy games by Hartmut Dumke, Pia Nabielek

“…This contribution relates to the literature that studies how various actors draft regional energy scenarios and pathways in so-called serious games. …”
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Potential Role of JAK-STAT Signaling Pathway in the Neurogenic-to-Gliogenic Shift in Down Syndrome Brain by Han-Chung Lee, Kai-Leng Tan, Pike-See Cheah, King-Hwa Ling

“…Proper brain development involves meticulous regulation of various signaling pathways, and dysregulation may result in abnormal neurodevelopment. …”
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Dye characterisation of Tahitian plants and molecular identification of mati red in historical barkcloth by Diego Tamburini

“…Abstract Various natural dye sources have been historically used and are still used today to decorate Pacific barkcloth. …”
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THE IMPACT OF PVA CONCENTRATION ON THE PHYSICAL QUALITY OF THE Eleutherine palmifolia (L.) Merr LEAVES PEEL-OFF GEL MASK by Eka Kumalasari, Erna Prihandiwati, Muhammad Ma'ruf, Novia Ariani, Senya Puteri Amelia, Muhammad Hafizh Abiyyu Fathin Fawwazi

“…Merr as a traditional medicine to treat various diseases. Eleutherine palmifolia  leaves are rich in flavonoid substances. …”
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Evaluation of the cleaning efficacy of a normal toothbrush and a manual U shaped toothbrush in children aged 8–10 years: A randomized crossover trial by Shital Kiran Davangere Padmanabh, Vishakha Bhausaheb Gangurde

“…Comparing gingival health scores of various surfaces between the two groups, mesial, labial, distal, and lingual surfaces revealed statistically significant differences (P = 0.05) at stage II and lingual surfaces at stage I and stage II, respectively. …”
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Influence of Bath Composition at Acidic pH on Electrodeposition of Nickel-Layered Silicate Nanocomposites for Corrosion Protection by Jeerapan Tientong, Casey R. Thurber, Nandika D’Souza, Adel Mohamed, Teresa D. Golden

“…The plating solutions were analyzed for zeta-potential, particle size, viscosity, and conductivity to investigate the effects of the composition at various pHs. The solution particles at pH 2.5 (−22.2 mV) and pH 3.0 (−21.9 mV) were more stable than at pH 1.6 (−10.1 mV) as shown by zeta-potential analysis of the nickel-citrate-montmorillonite plating solution. …”
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Temporal Probability Analysis of Flood Occurrence Using Peak Over Threshold Method for Extreme Rainfall Events by Oktaviana Pratnya Paramitha, Syafei Arie Dipareza, Kuswanto Heri, Hermana Joni

“…Extreme rainfall often leads to flooding in various regions. This study conducts the analysis of temporal probability of flood risk due to extreme rainfall in Jakarta by using data from meteorological stations in Kemayoran (for Central Jakarta) and Tanjung Priok (for North Jakarta) over 30 years (1994-2023). …”
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Assessment of Water Poverty Index (WPI) Under Changing Land Use/Land Cover in a Riverine Ecosystem of Central India by Girish Kumar, M. M. Singh, Dheeraj Kumar Singh, Bal Krishan Choudhary , Vijay Kumar Singh Rathore and Pramod Kumar

“…The present analysis of the Upper Tons River Basin suggests that Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) will undergo influences or adjustments at various stages, ultimately affecting agricultural land in the impact region. …”
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Antibacterial Activity of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Fermented Ethiopian Traditional Dairy Products against Food Spoilage and Pathogenic Bacterial Strains by Abayeneh Girma, Aleka Aemiro

“…Fermented Ethiopian traditional dairy products containing LAB that show antibacterial activities against various food spoilage and pathogenic bacteria have been used for the preservation of fermented dairy products for a long time. …”
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Assessment of Artificial Intelligence Models for Developing Single-Value and Loop Rating Curves by Majid Niazkar, Mohammad Zakwan

“…The most common way to address this concern is to develop stage-discharge relationships at various river sections. Various computational techniques have been applied to develop discharge ratings and improve the accuracy of estimated discharges. …”
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Noninvasive interventions in the treatment of acute destructive pancreatitis by D. Yu. Semyonov, A. A. Rebrov, V. V. Vasil'yev, N. P. Emel'yanova, O. V. Poliglotov

“…To evaluate potentials of various noninvasive procedures for treatment of severe acute pancreatitis.Material and methods. …”
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