The relationship between gallstone disease and the genetic variants of the sterol transporter adenosine triphosphate–binding cassette G8 and G5 in Egyptians by Menna A. Hassan, Salwa M. Abo El-Khair, Noha M. Mesbah, Dina M. Abo-Elmatty, Asmaa R. Abdel-Hamed

“…Genotyping of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) was performed using allelic discrimination pre-designed TaqMan polymerase chain reaction method. Various laboratory investigations were measured using enzymatic colorimetric methods, and hematology analyzer was used for the whole blood count test. …”
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Combining theory and usability testing to inform optimization and implementation of an online primary care depression management tool by Nicola McCleary, Justin Presseau, Isabelle Perkins, Brittany Mutsaers, Claire E. Kendall, Janet Yamada, Katharine Gillis, Douglas Green

“…User testing methods can help to determine whether the tool itself is optimally designed. We aimed to integrate these two methodological approaches to i) identify issues impacting the usability of algorithm; and ii) identify barriers to and enablers of algorithm use in routine practice. …”
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Hubungan antara Proteinuria dan Hipoalbuminemia pada Anak dengan Sindrom Nefrotik yang Dirawat di RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang periode 2009-2012 by Pratiwi Dian Pramana, Mayetti Mayetti, Husnil Kadri

“…Method of this research performed a retrospective study with cross sectional design. Secondary data were taken from medical record of patients that were diagnosed as Nephrotic Syndrome Children in General Hospital Dr. …”
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Predictors of Neurological and Functional Recovery in Patients with Moderate to Severe Ischemic Stroke: The EPICA Study by Manuel Murie-Fernández, Mercedes Molleda Marzo

“…To determine predictors of recovery. Design. Prospective observational registry. Population. …”
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Smoking habits, awareness and support needs for cessation among people with multiple sclerosis in Australia: findings from an online survey by Roshan das Nair, Ron Borland, Claudia H Marck, Isabelle Weld-Blundell, Lisa Grech, Sarah L White

“…Objectives To assess smoking habits, nicotine use, exposure to passive smoking, awareness of associated harms, and experiences with and preferences for smoking cessation support among people with multiple sclerosis (MS).Design Online survey, convenience sampling.Setting Community setting, Australia.Participants Adults living in Australia with probable or diagnosed MS were recruited via social media and newsletters to participate in 2020.Results Of the 284 participants in our convenience sample, 25.7% were current smokers (n=73) and 38.0% were former smokers (n=108). …”
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Prediction of drought-flood prone zones in inland mountainous regions under climate change with assessment and enhancement strategies for disaster resilience in high-standard farml... by Yongheng Shen, Qingxia Guo, Zhenghao Liu, Yanli Shen, Yikun Jia, Yuehan Wei

“…In the final part of the study, management zoning plans were designed for other areas vulnerable to drought and flood disasters, and specific recommendations for enhancing cropland resilience were provided. …”
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Study on the Electromigration Organization and Mechanical Properties of Sn2.5Ag0.7Cu0.1RE/Cu Solder Joints by Yuming Wang, Keke Zhang, Chao Zhang, Fupeng Huo, Yijie Gao

“…In this study, we designed and manufactured an ideal electromigration testing device for soldering joints to solve the reliability problems caused by temperature and current density changes in the electromigration processes of micro solder joints. …”
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Three-dimensional linkage analysis with digital PCR for genome integrity and identity of recombinant adeno-associated virus by Tam Duong, Michele Firmo, Chien-Ting Li, Bingnan Gu, Peng Wang

“…In our pursuit of further advancing rAAV analysis, we have developed a novel 3D ddPCR assay with advanced 3D linkage analysis. We have designed the three amplicon sites targeting both ends of the viral genome, as well as the center of key therapeutic gene of interest (GOI). …”
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Seven Immune-Related Genes’ Prognostic Value and Correlation with Treatment Outcome in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma by Rui Mu, Yuehong Shen, Chuanbin Guo, Xinyun Zhang, Hongyu Yang, Huijun Yang

“…After that, a valuable signature based on seven genes (DKK1, GAST, IGHM, IL12RB2, SLURP1, STC2, and TNFRSF4) was designed. The HNSCC patients into the low-risk group and the high-risk group were divided by using the median RS; the HNSCC patients in the high-risk group had a worse survival than those in the low-risk group. …”
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Effect of narrative writing based on Gibbs’ reflective model on the empathy and communication skills of nursing students by Najmeh Ahmadpour, Atefeh Shariati, Mahdieh Poodineh Moghadam

“…Methods This quasi-experimental research was conducted using two groups and before-after design. The statistical population consisted of all third and fourth-year nursing students at Zabol University of Medical Sciences in 2023, among whom 80 students were selected by the census. …”
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Effectiveness of nicotine salt vapes, cytisine, and a combination of these products, for smoking cessation in New Zealand: protocol for a three-arm, pragmatic, community-based rand... by Natalie Walker, Amanda Calder, Joanne Barnes, George Laking, Varsha Parag, Chris Bullen

“…Methods A pragmatic, community-based, investigator-blinded, randomised superiority trial design will be utilised. Eligible participants will be people who smoke daily (N = 800, 90% power) from throughout New Zealand, who are: aged ≥ 18 years, motivated to quit in the next two weeks, able to provide online consent, willing to use e-cigarettes and/or cytisine, and have daily access to a mobile phone. …”
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First-in-human, multicenter, open-label, phase I study of ATOR-1017 (evunzekibart), a 4-1BB antibody, in patients with advanced solid malignancies by Peter Ellmark, Jeffrey Yachnin, Ana Carneiro, Lena Schultz, Amanda Hahn, Sumeet Ambarkhane, Karin Enell Smith, Gustav J. Ullenhag

“…The study used single patient cohorts for rapid dose escalation up to 40 mg; thereafter a modified 3+3 design up to 900 mg. Escalating doses were given until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity, or withdrawal of consent. …”
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Rancang Bangun Aplikasi Mathgeo sebagai Media Pembelajaran Dimensi Tiga Berbasis Mobile by Santi Yunika Sufiana, Ahmad Afif Supianto, Komang Candra Brata

“…Development starts from requirement analysis, design, implementation and testing. Functional requirements are tested using black-box testing, while non-functional requirements are tested using compatibility testing and usability testing. …”
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Feeding Practices among Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Exposed Infants in Ethiopia: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Habtamu Temesgen, Ayenew Negesse, Temesgen Getaneh, Yibelu Bazezew, Dessalegn Haile, Wubetu Woyraw, Melaku Desta, Alehegn Aderaw Alamneh

“…Joanna Briggs Institute Meta-Analysis of Statistics Assessment and Review Instrument adapted for cross-sectional study design was used for quality assessment. The random effects model was used to estimate the pooled prevalence of infant feeding practices. …”
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Komparasi Pembelajaran IPA Terpadu Tipe Connected dan Webbed melalui LSLC terhadap Hasil Belajar Kognitif Siswa di SMP Negeri 11 Semarang by Ayu Fitriani, Eko Retno Mulyaningrum, Rivanna Cittraning Rachmawati

“…Penelitian ini menggunakan desain quasi eksperimen non-equivalent pretest-posttest control group design. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling dan menghasilkan kelas VIII F sebagai kelas eksperimen 1 (connected) dan VIII G sebagai kelas eksperimen 2 (webbed). …”
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The correlations between demographic factors, self-efficacy, and quality of life among Indonesian patients with ischemic stroke: A cross-sectional study by Nabila Azzahra, Fitria Handayani, Wahyu Hidayati

“…Methods: This study employed a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. A total of 143 participants were recruited between February and April 2024 based on defined inclusion criteria. …”
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From Pioneering Discoveries to Innovative Therapies: A Journey Through the History and Advancements of Nanoparticles in Breast Cancer Treatment by Basingab FS, Alshahrani OA, Alansari IH, Almarghalani NA, Alshelali NH, Alsaiary AH, Alharbi N, Zaher KA

“…The advent of nanotechnology has introduced a new era characterized by the development of various nanoparticles, including liposomes, dendrimers, and gold nanoparticles, designed to target cancer cells with remarkable precision. …”
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IMPACT OF DIFFERENT DOSES OF GAMMA IRRADIATION AND ETHYL METHANE SULPHONATE (EMS) ON PLANT GROWTH AND BULB YIELD OF ONION (Allium cepa L.) by Ghosh Shompa Rani, Hossain Md. Mokter, Islam Md. Rofiqul, Md. Nazmul Hasan Mehedi

“…The experiment was laid out in randomized complete block design with three replicates and nine (9) treatments viz. four gamma irradiation doses (GD50, GD100, GD150, GD200) and four Ethyl Methane Sulphonate (EMS) doses (ED0.1%, ED0.3%, ED0.5%, ED0.7%) and control. …”
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Multiscale study on the compressive performance of diverse solid waste backfill bodies by Hang Yin, Jiepeng Liu, Xuhong Zhou, Hongtuo Qi, Shuxian Liu, Shuai Pang

“…The research findings can provide reference for the design and construction of solid waste backfill pipelines and trenches.…”
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Visual Outcomes and Quality of Vision After Bilateral Implantation of a Hydrophobic Acrylic Trifocal Intraocular Lens by Newsom TH, Szabo B, Unsell K, Newsom C, Newsom BA, Hall B

“…For patients desiring spectacle independence, trifocal IOLs may be good option as this type of IOL is designed to provide clear vision to see far, arm’s length, and up close objects. …”
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