A Survey of Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) Infestation in Some Homes and Hostels in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria by Onah Isegbe Emmanuel, Alu Cyprian, Omudu Edward Agbo

“…Government and NGOs should take critical steps in preventing spread and stigma.…”
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Important Citation Identification by Exploding the Sentiment Analysis and Section-Wise In-Text Citation Weights by Shahzad Nazir, Muhammad Asif, Shahbaz Ahmad, Hanan Aljuaid, Rimsha Iftikhar, Zubair Nawaz, Yazeed Yasin Ghadi

“…But in calculating these critical measures, citations are treated equally. However, researchers have argued that all citations can never be equally influential. …”
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Unlocking the secrets of the immunopeptidome: MHC molecules, ncRNA peptides, and vesicles in immune response by Arpita Balakrishnan, Arpita Balakrishnan, Gabriela Winiarek, Olga Hołówka, Jakub Godlewski, Agnieszka Bronisz

“…The immunopeptidome, a diverse set of peptides presented by Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) molecules, is a critical component of immune recognition and response. …”
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Nature’s way-our way: A journey through the co-creation and sharing of an Indigenous physical literacy enriched early years initiative by Amanda Froehlich Chow, Kathy Wahpepah, Louise Humbert, Natalie Houser, Mariana Brussoni, Marta Erlandson, Amanda Gannon, Ashley Larmour, Erica Stevenson, Kathryn Riley, Fatima Ali

“… Early years are a critical time in the healthy development of young children. …”
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Comparing the Global Tariff and Actual Costs of Surgeries at Imam Khomeini Hospital Affiliated with Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences by Jamil Sadeghifar, Nasim Eyvani, GHasem Rajabi Vasukolai, Naser Farhamand Moghadam, Shahram Ekhtyari

“…Background and purpose: Creating sustainable income, enhancing economic perspectives, optimizing and managing costs, and generating revenue in the health system—especially in hospitals, which are primary providers of medical services—are critically important. These have become priority, vital policies. …”
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RNA-Seq-Based Gene Expression Pattern and Morphological Alterations in Chick Thymus during Postnatal Development by Zhouyiyuan Xue, Abdur Rahman Ansari, Xing Zhao, Kun Zang, Yu Liang, Lei Cui, Yafang Hu, Ranran Cheng, Xiaolong Zhang, Juming Zhong, Huazhen Liu

“…The thymus is a lobulated unique lymphoid immune organ that plays a critical role in the selection, development, proliferation, and differentiation of T cells. …”
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A Picrorhiza kurroa Derivative, Picroliv, Attenuates the Development of Dextran-Sulfate-Sodium-Induced Colitis in Mice by De-Kui Zhang, Jian-Jie Yu, Yu-Min Li, Li-Na Wei, Yi Yu, Yan-Hu Feng, Xiang Wang

“…Free radicals and proinflammatory cytokines have been shown to play a critical role in the pathogenesis of ulcerative colitis (UC). …”
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Spatio-temporal distribution of Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya in Cali, Colombia: 2014-2016 by José F. Fuertes-Bucheli, Gladys Pérez-Arizabaleta, Andrea Quiroz-Caicedo, Robin A. Olaya, Hoover O. León-Giraldo, Robinson Pacheco-López

“…Conclusions: This study identified critical zones for the three arboviral infections, which are located in areas with low socioeconomic status. …”
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Digital pathways to healthcare: a systematic review for unveiling the trends and insights in online health information-seeking behavior by Yang Fu, Yang Fu, Ping Han, Jian Wang, Fakhar Shahzad

“…These areas have the potential to inform evidence-based interventions and advance the understanding of critical issues in healthcare.…”
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Exploring the Zimbabwean Technical and Vocational Education Journey: Challenges and Prospects by Albert Mufanechiya, Bekithemba Dube, Gift Masengwe

“…In addressing these challenges, it becomes possible to create an environment where TVET education is valued and considered a viable pathway for individuals, and national economic and social development. Using critical discourse analysis, the study examined the perceptions of instructors and students about TVET education and identified historical factors that continue to contribute to the devaluation of TVET. …”
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Hepatic injury and metabolic perturbations in mice exposed to perfluorodecanoic acid revealed by metabolomics and lipidomics by Lvyun Sun, Shuling He, Jiali Chen, Amei Su, Qiuyao Mao, Wenyuan Zhang, Ying Pan, Jiaqian Hu, Disheng Feng, Yang Ouyang

“…These findings suggested that the liver is a critical target organ for PFDA exposure, and will also help inform future risk assessment.…”
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A Standardized Approach to Quantitative Analysis of Nicotine in e-Liquids Based on Peak Purity Criteria Using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography by Vinit V. Gholap, Leon Kosmider, Matthew S. Halquist

“…Considering the regulatory requirements, it is critical that reliable and standardized analytical methods for analyzing nicotine and other ingredients in e-cigarette products such as e-liquids are available. …”
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Assessing the Feasibility of Using a Multiplex Serological Assay to Conduct Serosurveillance for Malaria Exposure in Deployed Military Personnel by Sidhartha Chaudhury, Jessica S. Bolton, Edwin Kamau, Elke S. Bergmann-Leitner

“…Reproducibly assessing malaria exposure is critical for force health protection for military service members deployed to malaria-endemic regions as well as for civilians making public health decisions and evaluating malaria eradication efforts. …”
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Speaking exams with less anxiety in Intelligent Computer-Assisted Language Assessment (ICALA): mirroring EFL learners’ foreign language anxiety, shyness, autonomy, and enjoyment by Botir Elov, Irodakhon Abdullayeva, Laylo Raupova, Azam Kholikov, Marguba Mirkasimova

“…The research that is currently available on the subject of shyness and anxiety in students demonstrates that there is a significant gap in this area, and a critical examination is required. Consequently, the purpose of the current study was to investigate the impact of the implementation of Intelligent Computer-Assisted Language Assessment (ICALA) on EFL learners’ shyness, foreign language anxiety, autonomy, and enjoyment. …”
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Geometrical comparison of inline and staggered stack wire mesh absorbers for solar volumetric receivers by Daniel Sanchez-Señoran, Miguel A. Reyes-Belmonte, Michael P. Kinzel, Marina Casanova, Antonio L. Avila-Marin

“…Optimising their design requires detailed understanding of two critical operational attributes: the heat transfer coefficient (HTC) and the pressure drop. …”
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Examining the Effects of Investor Sentiment Shocks on Normal and Abnormal Returns in the Oil Products Sector of the Tehran Stock Exchange: A PVAR Analysis by Mohammad Javad Zare Bahnamiri, Samira Balavar, vahid omidi

“…Understanding the sources of stock price changes is critical within asset pricing theory, highlighting the necessity of exploring the effects of investor sentiment on stock returns. …”
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Interaction Effects of Tannic Acid and Gluten on Bread-Making and Its Starch Digestion by Seonghyeon Nam, Oguz K. Ozturk, Jongbin Lim

“…TA strongly interacted with gluten via non-covalent interactions, mainly hydrogen bonds, and formed the major hydrogen bonds with six different glutamines (Q32, Q108, Q313, Q317, Q317, and Q349), which play a critical role in gluten network construction among amino acid residues of gluten. …”
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The WRKY Transcription Factor Genes in Lotus japonicus by Hui Song, Pengfei Wang, Zhibiao Nan, Xingjun Wang

“…WRKY transcription factor genes play critical roles in plant growth and development, as well as stress responses. …”
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Exploring the role and mechanisms of the PMA gene in Aspergillus fumigatus by Chengrui Tan, Shaojie Jiang, Hongli Zhai, Qingwen Hu, Chenxi Liu, Yi Sun, Lujuan Gao

“…In the realm of aspergillosis, a critical concern for immunocompromised patients facing Aspergillus fumigatus, effective management hinges on understanding fungal growth, stress resistance, and response to antifungal treatments. …”
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Structural Analysis and 3D Reconstruction of Underground Pipeline Systems Based on LiDAR Point Clouds by Qiuyao Lai, Qinchuan Xin, Yuhang Tian, Xiaoyou Chen, Yujie Li, Ruohan Wu

“…The underground pipeline is a critical component of urban water supply and drainage infrastructure. …”
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