Physiotherapy and related management for childhood obesity: A systematic scoping review. by Kim Truong, Sandra Park, Margarita D Tsiros, Nikki Milne

“…These approaches most consistently demonstrated desirable changes across behavioural and health-related outcome measures for multicomponent and quantitative physical activity interventions respectively.…”
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Game Modelling and Strategy Research on Trilateral Evolution for Coal-Mine Operational Safety Production System: A Simulation Approach by Yan Li, Yan Zhang, Haifeng Dai, Ziyan Zhao

“…Finally, we find that the combination of positive incentive policies and strict penalties policies can make the evolutionary game system converge to desired stability faster. The application of the evolutionary game and numerical simulation when simulating the multiplayer game process of coal-mine safety production is an effective way, which provides a more effective solution to the safety and sustainable development of coal mining industry.…”
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E6AP is essential for the proliferation of HPV-positive cancer cells by preventing senescence. by Alicia Avenhaus, Milica Velimirović, Julia Bulkescher, Martin Scheffner, Felix Hoppe-Seyler, Karin Hoppe-Seyler

“…Our results further indicate that interfering with E6AP expression or function could result in therapeutically desired effects in HPV-positive cancer cells by efficiently inducing an irreversible growth arrest. …”
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Numerical study on the surface evolution and flow dynamics in laser polishing of 100Cr6 steel based on the coupled capillary and thermocapillary flow by Chuqiao Fang, Wei Dai, Xiao Wu, Sijin Wang

“…It provides numerical simulation parameters and theoretical guidance for LP research, ultimately leading to desired polishing effects.…”
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A Miniaturized Loaded Open-Boundary Quad-Ridge Horn with a Stable Phase Center for Interferometric Direction-Finding Systems by Zibin Weng, Chen Liang, Kaibin Xue, Ziming Lv, Xing Zhang

“…In addition, when taking 18.5 mm in front of the antenna’s feed point as the phase center, the phase fluctuation is less than 22.5° within the required beam width. Along with the desired stable phase center, the miniaturized design makes the proposed antenna suitable for interferometric direction-finding systems.…”
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Optimasi formula enkapsulasi ekstrak propolis Trigona menggunakan maltodekstrin-gum biji selasih dengan teknik spray drying by Bendi Sabela, Dede Robiatul Adawiyah, Nur Wulandari

“…Based on the overall response, the optimum formula resulting from RSM was 10 g of liquid propolis extract and 0.5 g of dried crude BSG with a desirability value of 0.734. The optimum EPEP had a moisture content of 3.82%, solubility of 96.13%, and TPC of 901.84 mg gallic acid equivalent (GAE)/kg sample, water activity value of 0.41, hygroscopicity value of 16.82%, and fat content of 4.61%. …”
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ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction: A Simulation Case for Evaluation of Interprofessional Performance in a Hospital by Hadiki Habib, Eka Ginanjar, Arif Mansjoer, Septo Sulistio, Imamul A. Albar, Radi M. Mulyana

“…Interprofessional collaboration between units in a hospital is essential in order to reach desired time for primary percutaneous intervention (PCI) in acute ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) cases. …”
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Explore Knowledge-Sharing Strategy and Evolutionary Mechanism for Integrated Project Team Based on Evolutionary Game Model by Yanchao Du, Hengyu Zhou, Yongbo Yuan, Xiaoxue Liu

“…However, the current practice status by the construction industry fails to deliver the desired results. In that backdrop, how to promote cooperation within and improve the overall performance of integrated project team has received wide attention. …”
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Characterization of Somatic Mutations in Malaysian Luminal Breast Cancer by Yock Ping Chow, Ryia Illani Mohd Yunos, Isa Mohd Rose, Norlia Abdullah, Rohaizak Muhammad, Shahrun Niza Abdullah Suhaimi, Saladina Jaszle Jasmin, Norshahidah Mahamad Nadzir, Nurul-Syakima Ab Mutalib, Rahman Jamal

“… Luminal breast cancer subtype (ER/PR+, HER2+/-) represents about two-thirds of all breast cancers, and better understanding of the genetic alterations underpinning the disease pathogenesis is desirable to develop improved treatment plans and to increase patients’ survival. …”
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Reproducibility of Glucose Fluctuations Induced by Moderate Intensity Cycling Exercise in Persons with Type 1 Diabetes by Gabriel Tafdrup Notkin, Peter Lommer Kristensen, Ulrik Pedersen-Bjergaard, Andreas Kryger Jensen, Stig Molsted

“…Prior to the test sessions, resting heart rate was measured using a digital blood pressure monitor to estimate the desired intensity of the exercise. Results. The average within-participant relationship between the average slope in glucose during sessions 2 and 1 was in IG -0.29 (95% CI -1.11; 0.58) and in CG -0.04 (-0.68; 0.77). …”
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Patient and provider experiences with active surveillance: A scoping review. by Claire Kim, Frances C Wright, Nicole J Look Hong, Gary Groot, Lucy Helyer, Pamela Meiers, May Lynn Quan, Robin Urquhart, Rebecca Warburton, Anna R Gagliardi

“…Others included higher socioeconomic status, smaller tumor size, comorbid disease, older age, and preference to avoid adverse treatment effects. AS patients desired more information about AS and reassurance about future treatment options, involvement in decision-making and assessment of illness uncertainty and supportive care needs during follow-up. …”
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Simulation and Experimental Study of the Single-Pulse Femtosecond Laser Ablation Morphology of GaN Films by Mingyuan Wang, Tong Zhang, Yanping Yuan, Zhiyong Wang, Yanlei Liu, Lin Chen

“…This study can provide an important reference for utilizing femtosecond lasers in the precise ablation of GaN to achieve desired geometries.…”
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Making space for patients’ preferences in precision medicine: a qualitative study exploring perspectives of patients with rheumatoid arthritis by Bente Appel Esbensen, Karin Schölin Bywall, Jennifer Viberg Johansson, Inger Erlandsson, Marie Heidenvall, Marta Lason

“…Participants and researchers did not know each other prior to the interviews.Results Participants expressed desires and needs for patients to have an active role in precision medicine by making shared treatment decisions together with a healthcare professional. …”
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Vehicle Detection Algorithm Based on Embedded Video Image Processing in the Background of Information Technology by Rui Liang, Gaoqing Ji

“…The image processing technology is a process of analyzing and processing images through certain computer technology to achieve the desired results. The scheme in the article realizes background extraction, image filtering, image binarization, morphological transformation, vehicle detection and segmentation, shadow detection, etc.…”
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Designing a competency model for the succession of nursing managers, using the Fuzzy Inference System by Marzieh Khorasani-Gerdehkouhi, Seyed Mahmoud Taheri, Mohammad Ali Cheraghi

“…Studies show that achieving a suitable succession planning model for mid-level nursing managers/supervisors can be helpful in achieving the desired goals of top-level nursing managers/matrons. …”
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Construction Payment Automation Through Scan-to-BIM and Blockchain-Enabled Smart Contract by Hamdy Elsharkawi, Emad Elbeltagi, Mohamed S. Eid, Wael Alattyih, Hossam Wefki

“…However, the construction industry faces persistent delays and non-payments to contractors. Despite the desirable benefits of automated payments and enhanced access to digitized data progress, most payment applications rely on centralized control mechanisms; inefficient procedures; and documentation that takes time to prepare, review, and approve. …”
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Emodin enhances osteogenesis and inhibits adipogenesis by Feng Yang, Pu-wei Yuan, Yang-Quan Hao, Zheng-Mao Lu

“…In order to improve the treatment of osteoporosis, available agents with roles of regulating the balance is highly desirable. Emodin is a natural anthraquinone derivative extracted from Chinese herbs, which have been used to treat bone diseases for thousands of years. …”
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Numerical Modeling and Structure Optimization for Magnetic Levitation Planar Machine Using PCB Coils by Han Zhang, Jiawen He, Xianze Xu, Rui Wang, Manman Xu, Fengqiu Xu

“…By integrating a theoretical analysis with simulation, this approach effectively addresses the optimization challenges and achieves the desired performance for the ML actuator. Coils and magnets are constructed based on the optimized design and tested by the magnetic field simulation software Radia, confirming the feasibility of the approach. …”
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Towards autonomous robotic THz-based in vivo skin sensing: the PicoBot by Anubhav Dogra, Dominic Jones, Arturo Ignacio Hernandez Serrano, Shruti Chakraborty, Jacob Joshua Young, Benjamin George Page, Joseph Hardwicke, Pietro Valdastri, Emma Pickwell-MacPherson

“…The PicoBot can 3D scan and segment out the region of interest on the skin’s surface, precisely position (± 0.5/1 mm/degrees) the probe normal to the surface, and apply a desired amount of force (± 0.1N) to maintain firm contact for the required 60 s during THz data acquisition. …”
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Cardiovascular Risk Assessment among Adults in Primary Health Care Settings in Sulaimani Using WHO Risk Prediction Charts by Vian Najim Edeen, Zhian Salah Ramzi

“…A cross-sectional study was conducted from August 2016 to February 2017 in two primary health care centers in Sulaimani City among 500 persons aged 40-82 years. The desired information was collected by using a pretested questionnaire; anthropometric measurements and laboratory investigations were also carried out for the participants. …”
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