A novel mutation, Ile344Asn, in microsomal triglyceride transfer protein abolishes binding to protein disulfide isomerase by Swati Valmiki, Cindy Bredefeld, M. Mahmood Hussain

“…Identification of more missense mutations will enhance our understanding of the structure-function of MTP and the role of critical residues in these interactions between the two subunits. This knowledge may guide us in developing novel treatment modalities to reduce plasma lipids and atherosclerosis.…”
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Professionals’ perception on nutritional care of adult patients in comprehensive specialized hospitals of East Wollega Zone, Ethiopia by Birtukan Kebede Moti, Gudina Egata Atomsa, Desalegn Wirtu Tesso

“…The first theme was Health care professionals’ (HCPs) gaps which include: limited scope in providing nutritional care, not recognizing nutritional care as a routine care, healthcare professionals (HCPs) role on nutrition care and limited knowledge regarding nutritional care. The second theme was challenges and barriers to providing nutritional care which includes: prioritization, lack of emphasis in the health care system, missing collaboration between professionals, and lack of resources allocated to nutritional service. …”
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À la recherche des points-clefs de Gilbert Simondon autour d’un système d’information géographique by Stephan Kowal

“…In an effort to link digital cartography to architectural design, this article exemplifies the transition from representations based on the human eye, developed since the Renaissance, to the use of remote sensing devices and computer-generated imageries, pattern recognition, influencing decision-making and design, with the system’s capacity to generate new knowledge with the overlay and combination processes of point elements. …”
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Understanding pectin cross-linking in plant cell walls by Irabonosi Obomighie, Iain J. Prentice, Peter Lewin-Jones, Fabienne Bachtiger, Nathan Ramsay, Chieko Kishi-Itakura, Martin W. Goldberg, Tim J. Hawkins, James E. Sprittles, Heather Knight, Gabriele C. Sosso

“…This work advances our fundamental understanding of the biochemistry underpinning the structure and function of the plant cell wall. This knowledge has important implications for agricultural biotechnology, informing us about the chemical properties of plant pectins that are best suited for improving crop resilience and amenability to biofuel extraction by modifying the cell wall.…”
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Optimization of Two-Step Acid-Catalyzed Hydrolysis of Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch for High Sugar Concentration in Hydrolysate by Dongxu Zhang, Yee Ling Ong, Zhi Li, Jin Chuan Wu

“…To further increase total sugar and xylose concentrations in hydrolysate, a second step hydrolysis was performed by adding fresh EFB to the hydrolysate at 130°C for 30 min, giving a total sugar concentration of 114.4 g/L with a xylose concentration of 93.5 g/L and a xylose yield of 56.5%. To the best of our knowledge, the total sugar and xylose concentrations are the highest among those ever reported for acid-catalyzed hydrolysis of lignocellulose.…”
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Assessing the mental health literacy of healthcare workers at a Johannesburg tertiary hospital by Carla A. Smit, Belinda S. Marais

“…Contribution: To our knowledge, this was the first South African study to assess MHL among tertiary-level HCWs across various professions.…”
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Calibration of Microscopic Traffic Flow Simulation Models considering Subsets of Links and Parameters by Alexander Paz, Kul Shrestha, Cristian Arteaga, Douglas Baker

“…In practice, only a subset of links and parameters is used for calibration based on several factors such as expert knowledge of the system or constraints imposed by local governance. …”
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Genetic Polymorphisms of Cytotoxic T-Lymphocyte Antigen 4 in Primary Biliary Cholangitis: A Meta-Analysis by Xing-Chen Yang, Masayuki Fujino, Song-Jie Cai, Shao-Wei Li, Chi Liu, Xiao-Kang Li

“…PubMed and the Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) database were used to search correlative literatures, and the documents which were about the relationships between the polymorphisms of CTLA4 (rs231775, rs231725, rs3087243, and rs5742909) and PBC were collected as of June 2016. …”
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Rare Pathology Case Report: Low-Grade Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma Forming Sex Cord– and Endometrioid Gland–Like Differentiation in Metastatic Foci by Haneen Al-Maghrabi, Ghadeer Mokhtar, Jaudah Al-Maghrabi

“…The patient had her initial follow-up appointment after the IVC mass resection, and she was in good health with no complications. To the best of our knowledge, this case represents a unique instance of metastatic LGESS exhibiting both sex cord and endometrioid gland–like differentiation that has not been observed in the primary tumor.…”
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Carte, autor şi model uman în Predosloviile vechi româneşti by Laura Lazăr Zăvăleanu

“…Turned into an exemplary reference – “there is no other thing more precious, necessary and useful to all of us” (The Preface of Gregory, the Metropolitan of Wallachia to the Collection of Christian Questions and Answers, 1765), the book will thus reveal, together with the “useful knowledge brought to the community”, the idea of recovering the reader’s soul by means of “bringing him to light out of the obscurity of ignorance” (The Preface signed by Neofit, the Metropolitan of Hungarian Wallachia to the Celebration Homilies, 1742). …”
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Unraveling Green Consumer Behaviour: A Systematic Literature Review by Pearl Fafa Bansah, Vanessa Gaffar, Disman Disman, Ayu Krishna Yeliawati

“…Modern research in this field examines social media, individual values and motivations, environmental knowledge and awareness, and interventions and marketing strategies for eco-friendly consumption Conclusion: This research illuminates significant findings and current trends in the green consumer behaviour debate. …”
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Trait diversity and spider community composition are associated with lower herbivory in young forest plantations by Warbota Khum, Ondřej Košulič, Radek Michalko

“…Using a correlative approach, we addressed this gap in knowledge in young (10–15 years) oak (Quercus spp.) and ash (Fraxinus spp.) forest plantations. …”
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Rs9939609 Variant of the Fat Mass and Obesity-Associated Gene and Trunk Obesity in Adolescents by Harald Mangge, Wilfried Renner, Gunter Almer, Daniel Weghuber, Reinhard Möller, Renate Horejsi

“…Taken together, to the best of our knowledge we are the first to report that the rs9939609 FTO SNP is associated with trunk weighted obesity as early as in adolescence.…”
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Acoustics Source Identification of Diesel Engines Based on Variational Mode Decomposition, Fast Independent Component Analysis, and Hilbert Transformation by Xieqi Chen, Jianhui Lin, Hang Jin, Andy Tan, Lei Yan

“…Most of these methods are only effective if the prior knowledge of sources is given. In other words, it is essential to recognize the acoustics source. …”
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Neuroinflammation as Fuel for Axonal Regeneration in the Injured Vertebrate Central Nervous System by Ilse Bollaerts, Jessie Van houcke, Lien Andries, Lies De Groef, Lieve Moons

“…Here, we review the current knowledge on how acute inflammation is intertwined with axonal regeneration, an important component of CNS repair. …”
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Features of studying a communicative discourse within a competence approach by Elena V. Maksimyuk

“…The author demonstrates that contextual analysis is an effective way of forming and implementing value-semantic, cultural, educational, cognitive and informational competence. Since knowledge and understanding of the role of extra-linguistic factors in the communication process largely determine the success of communication and the degree of effectiveness of using various language tools and speech tactics and strategies. …”
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Application of the Zimm-Bragg Model to the Removal of Azo Dyes with Pectin by Juan Antonio Lozano-Álvarez, Juan Jáuregui-Rincón, Iliana E. Medina-Ramírez, Rogelio Salinas-Gutiérrez, Jorge Martín Alférez Chávez, Guadalupe Javier Araiza-Arvilla

“…This gel retains the molecules adsorbed onto the molecular surface of Pec through hydrogen bonds and electrostatic and hydrophobic interactions. To our knowledge, it is the first time that the Zimm-Bragg model is used to describe the removal of azo dyes with native Pec. …”
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IMPLEMENTATION OF LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WITH GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FUNCTIONS IN THE POST-PANDEMIC ENVIRONMENT by Denis-Cătălin Arghir

“…This paper seeks to introduce a Learning Management System (LMS) designed to elevate the delivery of educational content, fostering the training and development of students' knowledge in a dynamic and adaptive learning environment anchored to the connectivity and synchronization needs of smart urban living. …”
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More than just a number: the gut microbiota and brain function across the extremes of life by Nathan D. Nuzum, Clara Deady, Sarah Kittel-Schneider, John F. Cryan, Siobhain M. O'Mahony, Gerard Clarke

“…While recent research advances represent important progress, fundamental knowledge gaps and obstacles remain. Knowing how and why the gut microbiome changes at the extremes of life will develop our mechanistic understanding and help build the evidence base as we strive toward counteracting microbial missteps with precision therapeutic interventions.…”
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Effect of Collagen Cross-linking on Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lens Comfort in Keratoconus by Sharafat Javaheri, Mahmood Nejabat, Asieh Ehsaei, sahar mohaghegh, Zahra Tajbakhsh

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