Computational Study Protocol: Leveraging Synthetic Data to Validate a Benchmark Study for Differential Abundance Tests for 16S Microbiome Sequencing Data [version 2; peer review: 2... by Clemens Kreutz, Eva Kohnert

“…Building on Nearing et al.’s study (1), who assessed 14 differential abundance tests using 38 experimental 16S rRNA datasets in a case-control design, we are generating synthetic datasets that mimic the experimental data to verify their findings. …”
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Effects of Revised Toll-by-Weight Policy on Truck Overloading Behavior and Bridge Infrastructure Damage Using Weigh-in-Motion Data: A Comparative Study in China by Haiyun Huang, Junyong Zhou, Junping Zhang, Wangxi Xu, Zhixing Chen, Ningning Li

“…Despite these noted improvements, overloaded truck traffic persisted, with loads often exceeding bridge design levels. This study’s findings can support future efforts by the Chinese government to further refine their toll-by-weight policies and subsequently ensure a safe and viable transportation network.…”
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Diabetes Education Program for Nursing Students: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis by Jeong‐Ah Ahn, Eun‐Mi Kim, Jung Eun Lee, Kyoung‐A Kim

“…ABSTRACT Aim The purpose of this study was to summarise the current state of the science on diabetes mellitus education programs for nursing students. Design A systematic review and meta‐analysis. Methods Eligible studies were identified by searching PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Cochrane Library databases. …”
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YTHDF1 Regulates RELA m6A Modification and Activates the NF‐Kappa B Signaling Pathway to Promote the Mechanism of Gastric Cancer by Yangyuan Huang, Shihao Liang, Liping Li, Qingyu Zeng, Bin Li

“…In vitro experimental study of GC, other mechanisms and functional analyses were specifically designed and performed too. Results Online data and clinical samples analysis showed that the expression of YTHDF1 in GC was markedly elevated compared to surrounding tissues. …”
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Research on the Relationship between Dynamic Message Sign Control Strategies and Driving Safety in Freeway Work Zones by Wenxiang Xu, Xiaohua Zhao, Yufei Chen, Yang Bian, Haijian Li

“…However, only a few studies have examined the design of DMS control strategies in work zones. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of DMS control strategies on driving decisions and behaviors and to improve the driving safety in work zones by changing the content and placement of DMSs. …”
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Evaluation of Problem Based Gamification Learning (PBGL) Model on Critical Thinking Ability with Artificial Intelligence Approach Integrated with ChatGPT API: An Experimental Study by Remerta Noni Naatonis, Rusijono Rusijono, Miftakhul Jannah, Edwin Ariesto Umbu Malahina

“…This research has the potential to be a reference in digital curriculum design with generative A.I approaches such as ChatGPT API, showing that A.I can enrich learning materials, personalized materials and provide flexibility for students and teachers in the digital era. …”
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Vagal nerve stimulation dynamically alters anxiety-like behavior in rats by A.G. Butler, J.K. Bassi, A.A. Connelly, M.R. Melo, A.M. Allen, S.J. McDougall

“…Background: Electrical vagal nerve stimulation (VNS), at currents designed to target sensory, interoceptive neurons, decreases anxiety-like behavior. …”
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Application of efgartigimod in Chinese patients with myasthenia gravis: a single-center real-world prospective study by Geke Zhu, Han Zhou, Wanying Wang, Yongbo Ma, Xiangtao Nie, Wenjing Qi, Lei Hao, Xiuming Guo

“…Objective: This study aims to evaluate the rapid efficacy and safety of efgartigimod in Chinese MG population. Design: This single-center prospective study enrolled Chinese MG patients aged 18 and older who were treated with efgartigimod, classified as Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America I–IV, with a baseline Myasthenia Gravis Activities of Daily Living (MG-ADL) score of at least 4. …”
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Transfer of optogenetic vectors into the brain of neonatal animals to study neuron functions during subsequent periods of development by D. A. Lanshakov, U. S. Drozd, T. A. Zapara, N. N. Dygalo

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Examines The Impact of Product And Service Quality On Customer Satisfaction at PT. BMTP With Personal Branding by Andi Nadirah M., Indrawan, Suparman Parintak, Anne Attas, Burhanuddin Harahap

“…Knowledge gap and a better understanding of the correlation between the quality of a product as well as the quality of service, and the establishment of a personal brand with customer satisfaction. Design/methodology/approach: This study utilized quantitative research methods to perform statistical tests, namely multiple linear regression analysis, employing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) approach with the SmartPLS tool. …”
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Mortality and readmission following hip fracture surgery: a retrospective study comparing conventional and fast-track care by Kristin Haugan, Lars G Johnsen, Trude Basso, Olav A Foss

“…Objective To compare the efficacies of two pathways—conventional and fast-track care—in patients with hip fracture.Design Retrospective single-centre study.Setting University hospital in middle Norway.Participants 1820 patients aged ≥65 years with hip fracture (intracapsular, intertrochanteric or subtrochanteric).Interventions 788 patients were treated according to conventional care from April 2008 to September 2011, and 1032 patients were treated according to fast-track care from October 2011 to December 2013.Primary and secondary outcome Primary: mortality and readmission to hospital, within 365 days follow-up. …”
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Relationship Between Single-Leg Vertical Jump and Drop Jump Performance, and Return to Sports After Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Hamstring Graft by Shunsuke Ohji, Junya Aizawa, Kenji Hirohata, Takehiro Ohmi, Tomoko Kawasaki, Hideyuki Koga, Kazuyoshi Yagishita

“… # Hypothesis/Purpose This study aimed to determine the association between vertical jump performance after primary ACLR using hamstring tendon autograft and RTS at a pre-injury competitive level. # Study design Cross-sectional study # Methods Patients who underwent primary ACLR using hamstring tendon autograft were recruited for this study. …”
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Penambahan Kinesiotaping pada Intervensi Ultrasound, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, dan Massage lebih Meningkatkan Kemampuan Fungsional pada Pasien Osteoarthritis Gen... by Made Widnyana, I Putu Yudi Pramana Putra, Anak Agung Gede Eka Septian Utama, I Dewa Gede Alit Kamayoga

“…Penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimental dengan rancangan pre and post-test two group design. Penelitian dilakukan dari bulan Juli sampai dengan Oktober 2023 di klinik fisioterapi I Made Niko Winaya Denpasar. …”
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Association of Septic Shock with Mortality in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients in Wuhan, China by Shaoqiu Chen, Zitong Gao, Ling Hu, Yi Zuo, Yuanyuan Fu, Meilin Wei, Emory Zitello, Gang Huang, Youping Deng

“…Clinical outcomes were designated as nonseptic shock and septic shock. Log-rank test was conducted to determine any association with clinical progression. …”
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GGLA-NeXtE2NET: A Dual-Branch Ensemble Network With Gated Global-Local Attention for Enhanced Brain Tumor Recognition by Adnan Saeed, Khurram Shehzad, Shahzad Sarwar Bhatti, Saim Ahmed, Ahmad Taher Azar

“…For inter-class and intra-class problems, we designed a Gated Global-Local Attention (GGLA) mechanism that captures dependency information of query points in both horizontal and vertical directions, thereby obtaining global information indirectly. …”
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How I experienced tele-intervention: Qualitative insights from persons who stutter by Raadhiyah Hoosain, Shabnam Abdoola, Esedra Krüger, Bhavani Pillay

“…While limitations exist, findings inform service enhancement in South Africa, emphasising the importance of users’ perspectives in tele-intervention design. Contribution: Insights from PWS can be used in informing clinical practice, aiding SLTs in meeting the needs of PWS and guiding best practice. …”
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Early growth and dry matter partitioning of yellow passion fruit as affected by time of application and method of poultry manure placement by Okorie Okoro Ndukwe, Ibeabuchi Uko, Stella Muojiama, Chinyere Ndukwe, Amanda Okoh, Paul Baiyeri

“…The experiments were laid out as completely randomized design, replicated five and six times, respectively for PM placement methods and time of PM application. …”
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EgoSep: Egocentric On-Screen Sound Source Separation for Real-Time Edge Computing by Donghyeok Jo, Jun-Hwa Kim, Jihoon Jeon, Chee Sun Won

“…To address these challenges, we propose EgoSep, a method designed for Egocentric On-screen Sound Source Separation(Ego-OSS). …”
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Structural mechanisms of formation of adiabatic shear bands by Mikhail Sokovikov, Dmitry Bilalov, Vladimir Oborin, Vasiliy Chudinov, Sergey Uvarov, Yuriy Bayandin, Oleg Naimark

“…The process of target perforation involving plug formation and ejection was investigated using a high-speed infra-red camera. A specially designed ballistic set-up for studying perforation was used to test samples in different impulse loading regimes followed by plastic flow instability and plug ejection. …”
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Perceptual link between inadequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) stressors and common mental symptoms in Ethiopian health workers: A qualitative study. by Yitagesu Habtu, Abera Kumie, Medhine Selamu, Hidenori Harada, Morie Kaneko, Mirgissa Kaba, Eshetu Girma

“…<h4>Methods</h4>We used an interpretive and descriptive phenomenological design guided by theoretical frameworks. Three focus group discussions (FGDs) and 10 in-depth interviews with health workers were conducted. …”
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