REASSURED diagnostics at point-of-care in sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review. by Boitumelo Moetlhoa, Kuhlula Maluleke, Evans M Mathebula, Kabelo Kgarosi, Siphesihle R Nxele, Bonolo Lenonyane, Tivani Mashamba-Thompson

“…We searched the following electronic databases for relevant literature: Scopus, Dimensions, ProQuest Central, Google Scholar, and EBSCOhost (MEDLINE, CINAHL, as well as AFRICA-WIDE). …”
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Increasing Contraception Documentation in an Academic Rheumatology Clinic: A Quality Improvement Approach by Caroline H. Siegel, Deanna Jannat‐Khah, Avi L. Mikhaylov, Patrick Fritz, Erika L. Abramson, Lisa R. Sammaritano, Nancy Pan

“…The primary outcome measure was the percentage of eligible visits with contraception information documented in the structured electronic health record field. The smoking status documentation rate was tracked as a balancing measure, and the percentage of contraception documenters who were non–medical doctor (MD) clinical staff, the target group for the intervention, was tracked as a process measure. …”
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The Effect of Intraoperative Methadone Compared to Morphine on Postsurgical Pain: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials by Mark C. Kendall, Lucas J. Alves, Kristi Pence, Taif Mukhdomi, Daniel Croxford, Gildasio S. De Oliveira

“…We performed a quantitative systematic review of randomized controlled trials in PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar electronic databases. Meta-analysis was performed using the random effects model, weighted mean differences (WMD), standard deviation, 95% confidence intervals, and sample size. …”
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Ag-Ag2O nanocomposite biosynthesis by mixed bacterial cultivation and effect of the ph on size and optical properties of the nanocomposite by Morad G. S. S. Al-Asbahi, Bashir A. Al-Ofiri, Fuad A. A. Saad, Adnan Alnehia, Muhammad Hadi

“…A range of analytical techniques, including X-ray Diffraction (XRD), UV-visible Spectroscopy (UV-vis), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), were employed to investigate the structural and optical characteristics of the nanocomposites. …”
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Multiresolution Data Assimilation for Auroral Energy Flux and Mean Energy Using DMSP SSUSI, THEMIS ASI, and An Empirical Model by Haonan Wu, Xiyan Tan, Qiong Zhang, Whitney Huang, Xian Lu, Yukitoshi Nishimura, Yongliang Zhang

“…We then run the Thermosphere Ionosphere Electrodynamics General Circulation Model (TIEGCM) driven by the high‐ and low‐resolution auroral assimilations and compare total electron contents (TECs). TIEGCM driven by data assimilation produces enhanced TECs by a factor of ∼2 than the one driven by the empirical aurora, and high‐resolution results show mesoscale structures. …”
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Cross-sectional study protocol to assess ultraviolet radiation exposure among military outdoor workers in Lohatla, Northern Cape Province of South Africa by Sipho David Galawe, Kgomotso Lebelo, Phoka Caiphus Rathebe

“…This study aims to evaluate UV radiation exposure among outdoor military workers.Methods and analysis A cross-sectional quantitative study will occur at the Lohatla military base in Kathu, Northern Cape province of South Africa, using personal electronic dosimeters for solar UVR assessment. Additionally, a self-administered questionnaire will assist in assessing health effects and perceived exposure behaviours. …”
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Samarium doped Mg0.33Ni0.33Co0.33Fe2O4 Nanoparticles for the Removal of As (III) and Pb (II) Heavy Metal Ions by Mariam Rabaa, Amani Aridi, Ghassan Younes, Ramadan Awad

“…In this study, Mg0.33Ni0.33Co0.33SmxFe2-xO4 nanoparticles, where x = 0.00, 0.01, 0.02, 0.04 and 0.08, were synthesized by the co-precipitation method and characterized using X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and UV-Vis spectroscopy techniques in order to study the structural and optical properties. …”
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The Association between Platelet Glycocalicin and High Microsatellite Instability in Colorectal Cancer by Zeng-yao Liu, Qing-chun Jia, Wen Wang, Yu-xi Liu, Rui-tao Wang, Jia-yu Li

“…The clinical and pathological characteristics were collected via electronic medical records. Logistic regression was used to explore the association between glycocalicin and microsatellite status. …”
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Water hyacinth conversion to biochar for soil nutrient enhancement in improving agricultural product by Yezbie Kassa, Agmas Amare, Tayachew Nega, Teferi Alem, Mohammed Gedefaw, Bilhate Chala, Bernhard Freyer, Beatriz Waldmann, Tarekegn Fentie, Tewodros Mulu, Taddesse Adgo, Gizachew Ayalew, Marelign Adugna, Dessie Tibebe

“…Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) revealed significant structural changes in WHBC, enhancing its pore structure and surface morphology. …”
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Synthesis of a Cationic Polyacrylamide under UV Initiation and Its Flocculation in Estrone Removal by Jiaoxia Sun, Xiqin Ma, Xiang Li, Jianxin Fan, Qingkong Chen, Xuelian Liu, Jin Pan

“…Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), 1H nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H NMR), thermogravimetry/differential scanning calorimetry (TG/DSC), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed to characterize the structure, thermal decomposition property, and morphology of the polymers, respectively. …”
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Evidence assessing the diagnostic performance of medical smartphone apps: a systematic review and exploratory meta-analysis by Livia Faes, Lucas M Bachmann, Martin K Schmid, Michael A Thiel, Rahel Buechi, Nicolas S Bodmer, Oliver Job, Kenny R Lienhard

“…Checking of reference lists of review articles and of included articles complemented electronic searches. We included all studies investigating a health application that used inbuilt sensors of a smartphone for diagnosis of disease. …”
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Exploratory Investigation of Intestinal Structure and Function after Stroke in Mice by Diya Ye, Yuting Hu, Ning Zhu, Weizhong Gu, Gao Long, Enfu Tao, Marong Fang, Mizu Jiang

“…The expression of tight junction (TJ) proteins (zonula occludens-1 (ZO-1), occludin, and claudin-1) was downregulated, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) showed broken TJ of the intestinal mucosa after stroke. …”
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Role of obturator in restoring quality of life and function in maxillary oncological defect cases- A systematic review by Neelima Manoj, Ahila Singaravel Chidambaranathan, MuthuKumar Balasubramanium, Ganesh RamKumar Rajapandi

“…Materials and methods: An electronic search was conducted across four databases PubMed, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, and ScienceDirect in English language from January 1995 June 2024 using the key terms maxillectomy OR hemi-maxillectomy OR palatomaxillary defect OR Aramany OR Brown OR Okay AND obturator OR denture OR prosthetic AND flap OR surgery OR prosthetic rehabilitation. …”
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Enhancement of the Antibacterial Efficiency of Silver Nanoparticles against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria Using Blue Laser Light by Anes Al-Sharqi, Kasing Apun, Micky Vincent, Devagi Kanakaraju, Lesley Maurice Bilung

“…The mechanism of interactions between Ag-NPs and the bacterial cell membranes was then evaluated via scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and reactive oxygen species analysis to study the cytotoxic action of photoactivated Ag-NPs against both bacterial species. …”
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Mushroom Intoxication in Türkiye: A Nationwide Cohort Study Based on Demographic Trends, Seasonal Variations, and the Impact of Climate Change on Incidence by Dilara Turan Gökçe, Derya Arı, Naim Ata, Hale Gökcan, Ramazan İdilman, Mustafa Mahir Ülgü, Murat Harputluoglu, Mesut Akarsu, Zeki Karasu, Mustafa Okan Ayvalı, Şuayip Birinci, Meral Akdoğan Kayhan

“…Materials and Methods: This retrospective cohort study utilized data from the National Electronic Database of the Turkish Ministry of Health. …”
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Systematic free energy insights into the enhanced dispersibility of myofibrillar protein in low-salt solutions through ultrasound-assisted enzymatic deamidation by Yating Liu, Zongyun Yang, Zhen Li, Juan Shen, Xia Wang, Ru Li, Ye Tao, Xinglian Xu, Peng Wang

“…The solubility, structural characteristics, transmission electron microscopy, asymmetric-flow field-flow fractionation, steady shear rheological property and multiple light scattering of MP deamidated by PG (MP-PG) and MP pretreated with ultrasound followed by PG deamidation (MP-U-PG) were determined. …”
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Predicting the onset of chronic kidney disease (CKD) for diabetic patients with aggregated longitudinal EMR data. by Neda Aminnejad, Michelle Greiver, Huaxiong Huang

“…Our model utilizes electronic medical record (EMR) data, specifically by incorporating patient demographics, laboratory results, chronic conditions, risk factors, and medication codes to predict the onset of CKD in diabetic patients six months in advance, achieving an average Area Under the Curve (AUC) of 0.88. …”
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The quality of licensing services: an analysis of the impact of leadership and communication on the effectiveness of licensing services in Indonesia by Rachmat Rachmat

“…The government utilizes an integrated online system, namely Online Single Submission (OSS), in its implementation, as mandated by Government Regulation Number 24 of 2018 concerning Electronically Integrated Business Licensing Services. …”
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Online illegal wildlife trade in Indonesia: strengthening the regulatory framework and law enforcement by Krismanko Padang, Nuruliawati, Zahrah Afifah, Muhammad Irfan Andriansyah, Andina Auria Dwi Putri, Nur Hafizoh, Irma Hermawati, Ade Indah Muktamarianti, Syaras Yulianti, Niken Wuri Handayani, Sofi Mardiah

“…Our analysis of wildlife legislation, focus group discussions and expert interviews showed that the Government of Indonesia Trade Law (2014) and Law on Electronic Information and Transactions (2008) cannot be used to prosecute online illegal wildlife trade cases because these laws do not acknowledge regulations for protected species. …”
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Experiences of the International In-Training Examination (I-ITE) by Rwandan pediatric residents – a survey-study describing candidate feedback [version 2; peer review: 1 approved,... by Christian Umuhoza, Natalie McCall, Peter Thomas Cartledge

“…Immediately on completing the I-ITE residents provided feedback by filling in an electronic questionnaire comprised of four closed Likert questions and an open text box for free-text feedback. …”
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