Calcium to magnesium ratio as a superior biomarker for nephrolithiasis detection in primary hyperparathyroidism by Nazif Yalçın, Ayşegül Ertınmaz Özkan, Elif Güneş, Nizameddin Koca

“…The Ca/Mg ratio, with an optimal cutoff of 6.35, demonstrated superior specificity (78%) compared to 24-h urinary calcium excretion (44%) while maintaining comparable sensitivity (71% vs. 78%). …”
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Capsular Bag Performance of a Novel Hydrophobic Single-Piece Intraocular Lens by Klemens Waser, Klaus Straßmair, Leon Pomberger, Haidar Khalil, Peter Laubichler, Matthias Bolz, Nino Hirnschall

“…These findings confirm the IOL’s high stability within the capsular bag and effectiveness in minimizing postoperative refractive error, requiring only minor A-constant adjustments for optimal cataract surgery outcomes. Trial Registration NCT06595693.…”
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Dynamic Reliability Management for FPGA-Based Systems by Jahanzeb Anwer, Sebastian Meisner, Marco Platzner

“…Therefore, the overheads due to redundancy should also be optimized at run-time with respect to the current radiation level. …”
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A Novel Sustainable Semiconductor/Metal-organic Framework Coated Electret Filter for Simultaneous Removal of PM2.5 and VOCs by Yu Zhang, Zan Zhu, Wei-Ning Wang, Sheng-Chieh Chen

“…The physical characterizations, including size, morphology, crystal structure, optical properties, and surface area for the semiconductor p-BWO nanosheets, p-BWO@MIL and PE-MOFilter were first examined to find out the optimal p-BWO to MIL ratio and coating wt% of p-BWO@MIL particles on the electret filter. …”
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An Effective Robust Total Least-Squares Solution Based on “Total Residuals” for Seafloor Geodetic Control Point Positioning by Zhipeng Lv, Guorui Xiao

“…When considering its effect on the mathematical model of GNSS/A underwater positioning, the Total Least-Squares (TLS) estimator can be used to obtain the optimal position estimate of the seafloor transponder, with weak consistency and asymptotic unbiasedness. …”
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Effect of <I>Andrographis paniculata</I> Leaf Crude Extract Against <I>Edwardsiella tarda</I> Bacteria and Histopathological Profile of the Liver of <I>Osphronemus gouramy</I> Juve... by Giri Pratama, Arief Prajitno, Titik Dwi Sulistiyati

“…Histopathological test of gouramy liver showed that crude extract of A. paniculata leaf could improve liver function optimally at a dose of 300 (mg/L). The results of this study indicate that crude extract of A. paniculata leaf can affect the histology profile of gouramy liver and can cause toxicity if used inappropriately.…”
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Sensitivity Analysis with the Monte Carlo Method and Prediction of Atenolol Removal Using Modified Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes Based on the Response Surface Method: Isotherm and K... by Mohammad Mehdi Amin, Nasrin Bagheri, Farzaneh Mohammadi, Bahare Dehdashti

“…The influential parameters including contact time (min), adsorbent dosage (g/L), pH, and the initial concentration (mg/L) of ATN were investigated, and optimal conditions were determined. Kinetic of ATN adsorption on M-MWCNTs was evaluated using pseudo-first, pseudo-second-order, and intraparticle diffusion models. …”
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Study and valorization of a new bituminous concrete based on natural dune sand for hot and arid environments by Ahmed Berriache, Mohamed Bensoula, Mohamed Zaoui, Tahar Kadri

“…These results offer the potential to optimize bituminous mixes by incorporating dune sand fillers, thereby enabling Saharan roads to be built more quickly, at lower cost and, above all, to extend their lifespan, making a positive contribution to the development of road infrastructure in hot, arid environments. …”
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Dynamic Nonlinear and Residual Deformation Behaviors of the Fly Ash-Modified Loess by Qian Wang, Jun Wang, Xiumei Zhong, Haiping Ma, Xiaowei Xu

“…The fly ash content of 20% could be suggested as an optimal content for seismic resistance of the loess foundation.…”
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Inter-Cloud Data Security Framework to Build Trust Based on Compliance with Controls by Syed Imran Akhtar, Abdul Rauf, Muhammad Faisal Amjad, Ifra Batool

“…Prospects of cloud computing as a technology that optimizes resources, reduces complexity, and provides cost-effective solutions to its consumers are well established. …”
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How effective is circuit training on physical fitness? A high-intensity study in the sport of futsal by John Paul C. Suniga, Joselito M. Custodio, Patrick John B. Roldan, Hatem A. Shlool, Mohammad Fayiz Abumoh'D

“…Physical fitness is a crucial component that supports optimal performance in sports, including futsal, which demands a combination of endurance, strength, agility and speed. …”
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A DFT Study of Structural and Bonding Properties of Complexes Obtained from First-Row Transition Metal Chelation by 3-Alkyl-4-phenylacetylamino-4,5-dihydro-1H-1,2,4-triazol-5-one a... by Hubert Jean Nono, Désiré Bikélé Mama, Julius Numbonui Ghogomu, Elie Younang

“…Neutral ADPHT ligand and mono deprotonated ligands have been used. Geometry optimizations have been performed in gas-phase and solution-phase (water, benzene, and N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF)) with B3LYP/Mixed I (LanL2DZ for metal atom and 6-31+G(d,p) for C, N, O, and H atoms) and with B3LYP/Mixed II (6-31G(d) for metal atom and 6-31+G(d,p) for C, N, O, and H atoms) especially in the gas-phase. …”
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Prevalence of appropriate feeding practices and nutritional status among infant and young children aged 0–23 Months attending public hospitals in Harar town, eastern Ethiopia, 2024... by Samuel Demissie Darcho, Feyisa Shasho Bayisa, Teshome Demis Nimani

“…Introduction: Appropriate feeding is a set of recommendations to achieve optimal infant and young child feeding practices for 0-23-month-old children. …”
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Estimating the Relative Risks of Spatial Clusters Using a Predictor–Corrector Method by Majid Bani-Yaghoub, Kamel Rekab, Julia Pluta, Said Tabharit

“…While statistical cluster analysis is a valuable tool for identifying patterns, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting decision-making, accurately predicting future spatial clusters remains a significant challenge. …”
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A Fluid Model for Mobile Data Offloading Based on Device-to-Device Communications with Time Constraints by Antonio Pinizzotto, Raffaele Bruno

“…Finally, we compare OORS—optimally tuned with respect to protocol parameters—to two state-of-the-art content offloading schemes, Push-and-track (PAT) and SNSNI, a seed node selection algorithm based on node influence. …”
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Level of elderly-supportive infrastructure, fine particulate matter and cardiovascular disease hospitalisations: a time-stratified case-crossover study in Wuhan by Mengxue Qin, Xingyuan Liu, Luyao Wang, Tengchong Huang, Xiuran Zuo, Yuliang Zou

“…Conclusions Our findings suggest that high-level elderly-supportive infrastructure may protect against the adverse effects of PM2.5 on cardiovascular hospitalisation, highlighting the need to optimize elderly-supportive infrastructure for its health benefits in the elderly.…”
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Looking beyond the ER, PR, and HER2: what’s new in the ARsenal for combating breast cancer? by Tryambak Pratap Srivastava, Ruby Dhar, Subhradip Karmakar

“…From the settings of developing nations, this may provide useful insight by integrating recent advances in AR-targeted therapies and exploring their translational potential, emphasizing the critical need for further research to optimize AR-based therapeutic strategies for breast cancer management.…”
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Air Pollution Forecasting Using Artificial and Wavelet Neural Networks with Meteorological Conditions by Qingchun Guo, Zhenfang He, Shanshan Li, Xinzhou Li, Jingjing Meng, Zhanfang Hou, Jiazhen Liu, Yongjin Chen

“…Evaluating twelve algorithms and nineteen network topologies for the ANN and WANN models, we discovered that the optimal input variables for an API forecasting model were the APIs from the 3 preceding days and sixteen selected meteorological factors. …”
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Future Trends in Smart Green IoV: Vehicle-to-Everything in the Era of Electric Vehicles by Tasneim Aldhanhani, Anuj Abraham, Wassim Hamidouche, Mostafa Shaaban

“…This work primarily delves into the realm of FCS, recognized as one of the most readily available options in the current market. Optimizing the utilization of charging infrastructure hinges on tackling challenges related to routing EVs to the nearest FCS capable of meeting specific charging requirements. …”
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Resource selection and survival of plains sharp‐tailed grouse at a wind energy facility by Carly S. Kelly, Chad W. LeBeau, Jeffrey L. Beck, Alex Solem, Hilary Morey, Kurt T. Smith

“…Based on the results of our study, limiting the siting (the process of selecting the optimal location for a project and the associated features) of wind turbines within 5.0 km of sharp‐tailed grouse breeding habitat may represent an important siting tool to minimize avoidance of otherwise suitable habitats.…”
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