Supply chain performance in the age of Industry 4.0 by Tahsina Khan, Md Mehedi Hasan Emon

“…These mediating factors demonstrate the critical role of Industry 4.0 technologies in achieving superior supply chain outcomes. …”
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Morphological features of bovine placenta in case of viral, bacterial and protozoal infections by O. V. Sokolova, L. I. Drozdova, I. A. Shkuratova

“…The problem of the intrauterine  infection of fetus is one of the most critical ones in veterinary obstetrics and in perinatology due to the high level of infection in pregnant  cows, the risk of developmental disorder of fetus and the birth of sick calves. …”
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Assessment of fluoride bio-accessibility in early childhood diets by Jelena Kronic, Ralph M. Duckworth, Claudio Angione, Steven M. Levy, Fatemeh Vida Zohoori

“…As the first study of its kind, these findings represent a critical initial step for future research and provide valuable insights to inform policymakers and health authorities in revising fluoride intake guidelines.…”
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Influenza B virus infection alters the regenerative potential of murine alveolar type 2 pneumocytes by Satoko Nakano, Cait E. Hamele, Aleksandra Tata, Purushothama Rao Tata, Nicholas S. Heaton

“…Our findings not only enhance our understanding of the AT2 pneumocyte response to IBV infection but could also have broader implications for the mechanisms of respiratory epithelial repair post-viral infection.IMPORTANCEAlveolar type 2 (AT2) pneumocytes are a cell type critical for repair of the distal lung after an injury, such as a viral infection. …”
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Menstrual disorders and associated factors among rural and tribal adolescent girls in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Rashni Chatterjee, Suman Chakrabarty

“…The quality assessment of the present study was evaluated using the CASP (Critical Appraisal Skills Programme) checklist. Meta-analysis was conducted by using MedCalc software version 22.0. …”
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Does protruding headless cannulated screw reduce fixation stability in tension band wiring technique for patella fractures? a biomechanical study by Mehmet Maden, Omer Berkay Bayraktar, Tayfun Bacaksiz, Ihsan Akan, Bora Uzun, Cemal Kazimoglu

“…Abstract Background The selection of an implant is a critical factor in the surgical treatment of patella fractures due to the risk of various complications, such as non-union, implant failure, and irritation. …”
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Developing clinical prognostic models to predict graft survival after renal transplantation: comparison of statistical and machine learning models by Getahun Mulugeta, Temesgen Zewotir, Awoke Seyoum Tegegne, Mahteme Bekele Muleta, Leja Hamza Juhar

“…Abstract Introduction Renal transplantation is a critical treatment for end-stage renal disease, but graft failure remains a significant concern. …”
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Mapping global annual urban land cover fractions (2001–2020) derived with multi-objective deep learning by Haoyu Wang, Qian Wang, Xiuyuan Zhang, Shihong Du, Lubin Bai, Shuping Xiong

“…Changes in urban land cover (ULC) provide critical evidence of urbanization including both urban expansion and internal structural renewal. …”
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Relative Performance of Model Selection Criteria for Cox Proportional Hazards Regression Based on Kullback’s Symmetric Divergence by Clarisse Houénafa Dete, Bruno Enagnon Lokonon, Kossi Essona Gneyou, Marcel Senou, Romain Glèlè Kakaï

“…For smaller sample sizes, we should prefer AIC or AICc, and BIC in scenarios where model parsimony is critical. It is important to note that no model selection criterion is the best in all situations, as they performed differently under different circumstances.…”
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Enhancing hydraulic fracturing efficiency through machine learning by Ali Karami, Ali Akbari, Yousef Kazemzadeh, Hamed Nikravesh

“…This study investigates the role of machine learning (ML) methodologies in enhancing the precision of these assessments, with a particular focus on fracture width a critical factor in the effectiveness of HF. By utilizing a comprehensive dataset from hydrocarbon fields, in this study, the application of several advanced ML models was investigated, including Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs), Random Forest (RF), and K-Nearest Neighbors (KNNs). …”
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Enhancing climate resilience: A data-driven north rift weather prediction system for real-time forecasting and agricultural decision support by John W. Makokha, Peter W. Barasa, Geoffrey W. Khamala

“…The analysis also reveals that climatic factors particularly temperature (minimum and maximum) and precipitation play a critical role in shaping these trends, with high temperatures after 2000 associated with reduced NDVI, while regions with higher precipitation show healthier vegetation and lower BSI. …”
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Validation of the Food Safe Zone questionnaire for families of individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome by Elisabeth M. Dykens, Elizabeth Roof, Hailee Hunt-Hawkins, Theresa V. Strong

“…In future clinical trials, the FSZ could also be used to help parents think critically about their food safety tactics in relation to their child’s hyperphagia, or as an exploratory endpoint; if hyperphagia is lessened, so too may food safety tactics, thereby enhancing familial quality of life.…”
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Optimizing the selection of quantitative traits in plant breeding using simulation by Rafael Augusto Vieira, Ana Paula Oliveira Nogueira, Roberto Fritsche-Neto

“…Regular updates of training sets are critical, regardless of genetic architecture. Bayesian methods perform well with fewer genes and in early breeding cycles, while BLUP is more robust for traits with many QTL, and RR-BLUP proves flexible across different conditions. …”
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Knowledge, attitude, and practice of beef providers and consumers regarding microbial safety measures along the supply chain in Mizan-Aman, southwest Ethiopia by Girma Mamo Zegene, Seblework Mekonen Shegen, Seid Tiku Mereta

“…Conclusion: Findings highlight a critical need for enhanced education and training programs regarding microbial safety measures for both of beef providers and consumers.…”
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Effect of the intrinsic and extrinsic factors on the growth and development of young foals under subtropical conditions of Pakistan. by Muhammad Athar Chatha, Nisar Ahmad, Muhammad Athar Abbas, Muhammad Saadullah, Jawaria Ali Khan

“…These results underscore the critical roles of weaning age, housing conditions, and age of dams in influencing foal growth and survival, highlighting the importance of tailored management practices in optimizing outcomes for the growth and development of young equines under subtropics.…”
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Epidemiological and Clinical Aspects of Ulcerative Colitis in Mosul city, Iraq by Muhammed Babakir-Mina

“…In conclusion, UC among late adult in our community needs critical care and monitoring. The female patients were at risk of UC especially, who uses oral contraceptive pills. …”
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PARP inhibitors as therapy for small cell lung carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials by Samuel Pratama, Lowilius Wiyono, Martien Silviandy Setiawan, Brigitta Cindy Lauren

“…Methods: Studies reporting efficacy and safety of PARPi therapy for SCLC patients were searched across five databases with predetermined eligibility criteria in accordance with the PRISMA statement. Critical appraisal was done using suitable tools, outcomes were extracted, and analyzed. …”
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The mediating role of psychological equilibrium in the relationship between dietary variety and self-reported health among older adults in rural China by Zhaoquan Jiang, Zhaoxu Xu, Mingyue Zhou, Huijun Zhang, Shixue Zhou

“…Our results emphasize how critical it is to support a varied diet in order to improve SRH in older adults living in rural areas. …”
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Does sociality affect evolutionary speed? by Socias-Martínez, Lluís, Peckre, Louise Rachel

“…In trying to foster research in this direction, we offer a critical review of previous work on the link between evolutionary speed and sociality. …”
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Impact of Blended Learning Use On Agricultural Entrepreneurship Development by B. P Siriwardena, L. M Abeywickrama, A. L Sandika, N. P Vidanapathirana

“…Originality/value (State of the art): Understanding these characteristics is critical to entrepreneurial development in Sri Lanka, particularly in the field of agriculture. …”
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