Modeling suction of unsaturated granular soil treated with biochar in plant microbial fuel cell bioelectricity system by K. C. Onyelowe, Ahmed M. Ebid, Rosa Belén Ramos Jiménez, Viroon Kamchoom, M. Vishnupriyan, Krishna Prakash Arunachalam

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Digital therapeutics in Korea: current status, challenges, and future directions – a narrative review by Hee Jun Shin, Ik Tae Cho, Wan Suk Choi, Hong Rae Kim, Min Bong Kang, Won Jong Yang

“…We recommend developing tailored regulatory frameworks for DTx, enhancing policy support for small and medium-sized enterprises involved in DTx development, and increasing investments in technological infrastructure. By addressing these challenges, Korea could position itself as a leader in the global DTx market, delivering innovative and effective treatments to enhance patient care and outcomes.…”
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Clinical Effect of Preservation or Nonpreservation of Left Colic Artery in Total Mesorectal Excision under Laparoscopy: A Meta-analysis by Jiefeng Liu, Yujing Gong, Miao He, Xinyu Zeng, Yiping Liu

“…We searched databases including PubMed, Web of Science, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) to collect randomized and controlled trials which compared the effect of preservation or nonpreservation of the LCA in TME under laparoscopy. …”
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Physicians’ perception towards continuing professional development in government teaching hospitals of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia-mixed method design by Merahi Kefyalew Merahi, Walelegn Worku Yallew

“…The Individual barriers include awareness gap, Motivation Issues and Family size, whereas the health system-related barriers include recognition, infrastructure, time, place, and accessibility. Conclusion and recommendation The study identified the department of the healthcare professional as significantly associated with perception of continuing professional development. …”
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Large-deformation finite-element modeling of seismic landslide runout: 3D probabilistic analysis with cross-correlated random field by Xuejian Chen, Shunping Ren, Kai Yao, Rita Leal Sousa

“…Landslides significantly threaten lives and infrastructure, especially in seismically active regions. …”
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Synergy of Occupational Safety and Work Environment to Support Productivity and Sustainable Well-Being in the Port Sector by Hengki Firmansyah, Muji Gunarto, Andriyansah Andriyansah

“…This study offers practical recommendations to strengthen OHS programs through regular training, stringent supervision, and infrastructure enhancements that ensure employee comfort. …”
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Spatial-temporal characteristics and influence factors of high-quality development of animal husbandry industry in China. by Tiantian Su, Cuixia Li

“…Factors such as urbanisation rates, levels of scientific and technological innovation, transport infrastructure, levels of agricultural financial development, and population density all contribute positively to the high-quality development of China's animal industry. …”
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A Comparison of the Outcomes of COVID-19 Vaccinated and Nonvaccinated Patients Admitted to an Intensive Care Unit in a Low-Middle-Income Country by Waleed Bin Ghaffar, Muhammad Faisal Khan, Moeed Bin Abdul Ghaffar, Muhammad Sohaib, Asma Rayani, Muhammad Mehmood Alam, Syed Talha Sibtain, Zahra Cheema, Asad Latif

“…The challenges faced by healthcare systems in low-middle-income countries, including limited infrastructure and resources, play a pivotal role in shaping the outcomes for these patients. …”
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Blockchain-Based Piecewise Regressive Kupyna Cryptography for Secure Cloud Services by Selvakumar Shanmugam, Rajesh Natarajan, Gururaj H. L., Francesco Flammini, Badria Sulaiman Alfurhood, Anitha Premkumar

“…It includes keeping data private and safe across online-based infrastructure, applications, and platforms. Securing these systems involves the efforts of cloud providers and the clients that use them, whether an individual, small-to-medium business, or enterprise uses. …”
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Visualization Approach for RAMI 4.0 Value Chain Analysis by Salman Javed, Jan van Deventer, Cristina Paniagua, Jerker Delsing

“…This supports the analysis of engineering and business processes, optimizes infrastructure, and facilitates smooth technological transitions. …”
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Assessing Seismic Vulnerability and Pollution Risks of Wastewater Treatment Plants by Spyridon K. Golfinopoulos, Ploutarchos N. Kerpelis, Dimitrios E. Alexakis

“…Researchers should also focus their studies more precisely, mitigating the seismic vulnerability of critical infrastructure, such as WWTPs.…”
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The Impact of Logistics and Key Macroeconomic Indicators on the Development of the Startup Ecosystem in Europe by Valentyna Yakubiv, Antonina Tomashevska, Iryna Piatnychuk, Liliia Turovska, Finbarr Carter

“…By leveraging tools such as the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) and the Global Startup Ecosystem Index (GIS), policymakers and business leaders gain insights into the interconnectedness of infrastructure, economic output, and innovation. The Global Knowledge Index (GKI) and Global Innovation Index (GII) further reveal the intellectual and creative capacities of nations, while GDP per capita and the Capital Investment Index (CII) underline the financial underpinnings of economic competitiveness. …”
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Parameters Estimation of a Microscopic Traffic Flow Sub-Model Within a Multiscale Approach Using Experimental Data by Facundo Storani, Roberta Di Pace, Shi-Teng Zheng, Rui Jiang, Stefano de Luca

“…These models are easily adaptable to traffic control strategies by employing disaggregated modeling in regions where such strategies are implemented and macroscopic modeling in other regions indirectly affected by the controlled infrastructure. This paper focuses on a model previously established in the literature, the H - CA&CTM (Hybrid Cellular Automata -CA- Cell Transmission Model-CTM), with an emphasis on the micro model that can be implemented in the hybrid traffic flow model. …”
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Barriers Affecting Promotion of Active Transportation: A Study on Pedestrian and Bicycle Network Connectivity in Melbourne’s West by Isaac Oyeyemi Olayode, Hing-Wah Chau, Elmira Jamei

“…To encourage active transport, it is important for cities to provide safe and accessible infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists, as well as incentives for individuals to choose active modes of transportation over private vehicles. …”
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A study on the carbon emission reduction pathways of China’s digital economy from multiple perspectives by Xiaoyan Shi, Zhenhua Zhu, Jiaxin Wu, Zhijiang Li

“…Under the influence of urbanization, there is an inverted U-shaped relationship between DE and CE. (4) Heterogeneity analysis finds that, compared to other types of provinces, the CER effect of DE is stronger in non-resource-based and economically developed provinces. (5) We propose five tailored recommendations for CER: fostering the synergistic development of the DE and industrial structure, strengthening the role of technological innovation, advancing urbanization and carbon reduction in a differentiated manner, formulating distinct policies for resource-based and non-resource-based provinces, and enhancing the construction of digital infrastructure in less-developed regions. This article not only establishes a more comprehensive connection between the DE and CER, but also reveals the differences in the role of technological innovation, industrial structure optimization, urbanization and other factors in the carbon reduction effect of the DE through the comparison of different paths and mechanisms.…”
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Short‐Term Memory and Regional Climate Drive City‐Scale Water Demand in the Contiguous US by Wenjin Hao, Andrea Cominola, Andrea Castelletti

“…Abstract Gaining insights into current and future urban water demand patterns and their determinants is paramount for water utilities and policymakers to formulate water demand management strategies targeted to high water‐using groups and infrastructure planning strategies. In this paper, we explore the complex web of causality between climatic and socio‐demographic determinants, and urban water demand patterns across the Contiguous United States (CONUS). …”
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Network meta-analysis of the efficacy of endoscopic cardia peripheral tissue scar formation (ECSF) in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. by Chaoyi Shi, Shunhai Zhou, Xuanran Chen, Diyun Shen, Tianyue Wang, GeSang ZhuoMa, Mingzhi Feng, Yan Sun, Jun Zhang

“…We comprehensively searched the Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and Wan-Fang databases for articles published from January 1990 to January 2024. …”
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Resources for oral health in Africa by Moréniké Oluwátóyìn Foláyan, Moréniké Oluwátóyìn Foláyan, Ahmed Bhayat, Ahmed Bhayat, Sara S. Mikhail, Nicaise Ndembi, Maha El Tantawi, Maha El Tantawi

“…In addition, limited infrastructure and funding have resulted in significant oral health disparities, leaving large portions of the population without adequate access to oral health services. …”
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Optimalisasi Kelompok Sadar Wisata (Pokdarwis) dalam Meningkatkan Pengunjung Pantai Gemah, Kabupaten Tulungagung Pasca Pandemi COVID-19 by Laily Purnawati, Fathul Qorib

“…The findings reveal that Pokdarwis successfully increased visitor numbers post-pandemic by improving human resources, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting the beauty of Gemah Beach through trending social media campaigns. …”
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Unlocking Sustainability through Supply Chain Visibility by Md Mehedi Hasan Emon, Tahsina Khan

“…Practical Implications: This study offers actionable insights for manufacturing firms in Bangladesh, emphasizing the strategic adoption of advanced IT infrastructure to bolster supply chain connectivity. By fostering a culture of real-time information sharing through ICTs, companies can optimize operational efficiency. …”
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