Urban Cepaea nemoralis snails are less likely to have nematodes trapped within their shells by Dahirel, Maxime, Reyné, Hannah, De Wolf, Katrien, Bonte, Dries

“…We discuss how between-population variation in encapsulation rates can result from urbanization-induced changes on the nematodes side, the snail side, or both, and suggest potential tests for future studies aiming to disentangle these mechanisms.…”
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Gender similarities in high school mathematics: affective and cognitive aspects by Negasi Hagos Tekola, Dawit Asrat Getahun, Hailu Hagos

“…Further implications and directions for future study are forwarded. …”
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How macroeconomic factors impact residential real estate prices in Eastern Europe by Laima Okunevičiūtė Neverauskienė, Dominykas Linkevičius, Daiva Andriušaitienė

“…Research limitations – The research is limited to Eastern European countries with stable political and economic conditions, excluding those facing instability. Future studies could expand the analysis to include such regions to provide a more comprehensive view. …”
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GeoTemporal clustering for aquifer delineation: a big data approach to synchronizing and analyzing variable-length groundwater time series by Khalid ElHaj, Dalal Alshamsi

“…The algorithm components are modular and upgradable thus future studies should optimize and test their generalizability using additional datasets.…”
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Effect of physiochemical parameters on yield and biological efficiency of Volvariella volvacea cultivated on empty fruit bunch pellets by Nur Fariha Amir, Aslizah Mohd-Aris, Tuan Norhafizah Tuan-Zakaria, Noor Azrimi Umor, Azhar Mohamad, Nornadiah Mohd Razali, Farida Zuraina Mohd Yusof, Sumaiyah Abdullah

“…Conclusion: The results of this study can be used as a reference for further studies to improve the cultivation of V. volvacea, especially when EFB fibres are used as the main substrate. Future studies to identify genes involved in the formation of fruiting bodies are strongly recommended.…”
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Genomic relationships among diploid and polyploid species of the genus Ludwigia L. section Jussiaea using a combination of molecular cytogenetic, morphological, and crossing invest... by Barloy, Dominique, Portillo-Lemus, Luis, Krueger-Hadfield, Stacy, Huteau, Virginie, Coriton, Olivier

“…The success of GISH opens up the potential for future studies to identify other missing progenitors in Ludwigia L. as well as other taxa. …”
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Cloning, expression pattern analysis, and vector construction of the BvNAC40 gene in sugar beet by FAN Ziqi, SUN Yaqing, LI Ningning, ZHANG Shaoying, LI Guolong

“…[Conclusion] The BvNAC40 gene is specifically expressed in response to drought stress in sugar beets, laying the foundation for future studies using transgenic technology.…”
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Stroke survivors’ health literacy is not associated with caregiver burden: a cross-sectional study by Andrea Hess Engström, Sebastian Lindblom, Maria Flink, Susanna Söderberg, Lena von Koch, Charlotte Ytterberg

“…In conclusion, stroke survivors’ health literacy was not associated with caregiver burden one year after stroke. Future studies with larger samples, focusing on populations with lower functioning after stroke and higher caregiver burden, are recommended.…”
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Ion irradiation introduced high-density core-shell structured nanoprecipitates in FeCrNi by Yizhou Qian, Xiaolei Ma, Kangkang Wen, Siyu Chen, Yiheng Chen, Yugang Wang, Tongde Shen, Gang Sha, Chenxu Wang

“…These findings represent ion irradiation as an effective technique for fabricating novel nanostructures and hold potential for further improvements in mechanical properties, particularly in the strength, of FeCrNi alloys. Future studies will focus on evaluating the impact of varying irradiation parameters and carbon content on the structural and mechanical characteristics of these alloys.…”
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New anchovy burgers: a sustainable and nutritious alternative to red meat in fast food by Giovanni Luca Russo, Antonio L. Langellotti, Rossella Di Monaco, Gabriele Buonocunto, Francesca Colonna, Nunzio Velleca, Anna Ilaria Di Paola, Lucia Avella, Silvana Cavella, Paolo Masi

“…The findings lay a foundation for future studies to further explore the interplay of sensory attributes and consumer preferences, potentially guiding the development of innovative and sustainable fast-food products. …”
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Systematic analysis of the pharmacogenomics landscape towards clinical implementation of precision therapeutics in Greece by George P. Patrinos, Kariofyllis Karamperis, Margarita-Ioanna Koufaki, Maria Skokou, Zoe Kordou, Eirini Sparaki, Margarita Skaraki, Christina Mitropoulou

“…This study would not only provide the foundations for expediting the adoption of PGx in clinical reality in Greece but can also serve as a paradigm for replicating future studies in other European countries, to expand on previously available pilot studies.…”
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Neutrophil Extracellular Traps Contribute to the Disease Severity of Dengue Virus Infection by Cucunawangsih Cucunawangsih, Ratna Sari Wijaya, Nata Pratama Hardjo Lugito, Ivet Suriapranata

“…Conclusion: Our results suggest NETs have contributed to the disease severity of dengue infection. Future studies on the predictive value of NETs markers and the potential NETs as a targeted therapy in dengue disease should be priori­tized. …”
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Transport and Mitigation of Exhaled Electronic Cigarette Aerosols in a Multizone Indoor Environment by Li Zhang, Yan Lin, Yifang Zhu

“…Our results provide a basis for assessing and reducing exposure to e-cig aerosols and its associated health effects in future studies.…”
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Contribution of a virtual magic camp to enhancing self-esteem in children with ADHD: A pilot study by Hon K. Yuen, Kevin Spencer, Kimberly Kirklin, Lauren Edwards, Gavin R. Jenkins

“… # Discussion This study supported the hypothesis that children with ADHD who participated in a four-week virtual magic camp experienced enhanced self-esteem. Future studies should investigate the holistic impact of magic camps on children and adolescents with ADHD and include measures that tap into other psychosocial attributes such as social functioning, social skills, and self-efficacy.…”
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Roles of physiotherapists in primary care teams: a scoping review  by Catherine Hudon, Megan Champoux, Amélie Poirier

“…In primary care settings, interprofessional collaboration can be hindered by a lack of knowledge regarding the roles of physiotherapists. Future studies should aim to develop effective strategies to ensure that all primary care team members have a comprehensive understanding of the roles of physiotherapists and to explore roles associated with non-traditional forms of physiotherapy practice.…”
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Mukbang mania: exploring attitudes and parasocial relationships among viewers by Nurul Hermina, Iwan Kresna Setiadi, Sitti Nur Azmi Fadhlurrahmah

“…Research limitations/implications – This study only used samples from generation Z and millennials in Indonesia, which may not be fully representative of the wider population. Future studies could explore different demographic groups or add other variables such as emotional motivation. …”
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Validation methods for encapsulated faecal microbiota transplantation: a scoping review by Nina Rågård, Simon Mark Dahl Baumwall, Sara Ellegaard Paaske, Mette Mejlby Hansen, Katrine Lundby Høyer, Susan Mikkelsen, Christian Erikstrup, Jens Frederik Dahlerup, Christian Lodberg Hvas

“…The validation of FMT capsules is heterogeneous, and processing requires relevant standardisation protocols, mainly focusing on capsule content. Future studies should report validation covariables to enable accurate comparative assessments of clinical effects.…”
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A Global Bibliometric Analysis of Loneliness During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Future research and policy implications by Trinh Thi Xuan Nguyen, Sumeet Lal, Yoshihiko Kadoya

“…This study is conducted to systematically evaluate existing literature on loneliness during the pandemic to identify research trends and knowledge gaps for future studies and policy developments. Methods: Original articles and reviews related to COVID-19 loneliness, published from 2020 to 2023, were retrieved from the Web of Science database. …”
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Yeti claws: Cheliped sexual dimorphism and symmetry in deep-sea yeti crabs (Kiwaidae). by Christopher Nicolai Roterman, Molly McArthur, Cecilia Laverty Baralle, Leigh Marsh, Jon T Copley

“…This research enhances our understanding of the behaviour, ecology and evolution of yeti crabs, providing a basis for future studies.…”
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Migrant Identity: Maintenance of Lithuanianness, Language Attitudes and Language Policy in Lithuanian Diaspora by Gribauskienė Skirmantė

“…The results from this study might provide interesting insights for future studies in the fields of sociology, sociolinguistics, and diaspora studies.…”
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