Life cycle assessment of paper products based on recycled and virgin fiber by J. Simamora, E.I. Wiloso, M. Yani

“…All inventory and impact assessments were performed using SimaPro software.FINDINGS: The current study revealed that duplex board is environmentally preferable to folding boxboard across all the impact categories assessed. …”
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Application of Rapid Impacts Assessment Matrix (RIAM) in Detecting Environmental Impacts of Chabahar Desalination Plant by Hasan Sayyad, Mohsen Shahriari Moghaddam, Malihe Erfani, Saeed Mohammadi

“…The positive effects, due to being categorized as having very little change or positive effect, little change or positive effect, and change or positive effect, indicate the preference for carrying out the project over not doing it.…”
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In vitro antitumor and immunomodulatory activities of 1,2,4-oxadiazole derivatives by Héverton Mendes Araújo, Gabriel Acácio de Moura, Yasmim Mendes Rocha, Cristian Vicson Pinheiro Gomes, Valentina Nascimento e Melo de Oliveira, Ronaldo Nascimento de Oliveira, Larissa Deadame de Figueiredo Nicolete, Emanuel Paula Magalhães, Ramon R.P.P.B. de Menezes, Roberto Nicolete

“…However, for more advanced cases with a high recurrence rate, the preferred approach is to combine chemotherapy with immunotherapy treatments. …”
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Dietary Solid-state-fermentation product of Bacillus velezensis T23 alleviate hepatic steatosis, oxidative stress, gut barrier damage, and microbiota dysbiosis in juvenile genetica... by Qiang Hao, Rolf Erik Olsen, Einar Ringø, Qianwen Ding, Tsegay Teame, Yuanyuan Yao, Chao Ran, Yalin Yang, Zhen Zhang, Zhigang Zhou

“…The application of commensal probiotic bacteria is one of the preferable green feed additives for antibiotic substitution in aquaculture, while the application methods and detailed action mechanisms of commensal bacteria isolated from aquatic animals are not consistent with normal mammalian-derived probiotics. …”
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Influence of Different Catalytic Metals on the Formation of PCDD/Fs during Co-combustion of Sewage Sludge and Coal by Xiaoqing Lin, Tieying Mao, Yunfeng Ma, Xiangbo Zou, Lijun Liu, Wenhua Yin, Mumin Rao, Ji Ye, Chuangting Chen, Hong Yu, Xiaodong Li, Jianhua Yan

“…The chlorine source was an essential limiting factor for generating PCDD/Fs, and the chlorine from metal chlorides was the preference source compared with that contained in SS and coal. …”
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Molecular mechanisms impact on fluoroquinolone resistance among E.coli from enteric carriage monitoring before prostate biopsy and earliest description of qnrB81 by Rehaiem Amel, Bouzouita Abderrazek, Ferjani Sana, Saadi Ahmed, Zrelli Mariem, Kanzari Lamia, Ferjani Asma, Mohamed Riadh Ben Slama, Boutiba Ben Boubaker Ilhem

“…Abstract Fluoroquinolone-resistant (FQs-R) microorganisms causing infectious complications after ultrasound-guided needle biopsy of the prostate (TRUS-BP) have become an important challenge in healthcare settings globally, questioning the continued utility of FQ as the preferred prophylactic agent. This study aimed to characterize molecular mechanisms of resistance on FQs-R E. coli isolated from the enteric microbiota of patients undergoing (TRUS-BP) and to highlight their impact on Minimum Inhibitory Concentrations (MICs). …”
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Comprehensive coronary CT angiography in people living with HIV: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Binh T Nguyen, Edward Hulten, Venkatesh L Murthy, Tarin Phillips, Gregory M Blake, Jonathan A Aun, Lisa M Conte, Ritika Gadodia, Aakash Tuli, Sara L Robinson, Travis E Harrell

“…This systematic review and meta-analysis summarise and estimate pooled effect sizes for observational studies among PLWH using comprehensive coronary CT angiography (CTA).Design Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analysis reporting guidelines were used.Data sources PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, CINAHL, Cochrane Clinical Trials and EBM were searched from inception to 23 February 2024.Eligibility criteria We included studies evaluating coronary atherosclerosis in adult PLWH with controls and CTA results for plaque prevalence, extent, severity and high-degree stenosis.Data extraction and synthesis Two independent reviewers used standardised methods to screen for relevance by title, abstract and full-text review. …”
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Implementation strategies: lessons learned during an e-learning intervention to improve dietary behaviors and feeding practices in early childhood education and care by Henrik Lian, Nina Cecilie Øverby, Frøydis Nordgård Vik, Anine Christine Medin, Natalie Garzon Osorio, Christine Helle, Tormod Bjørkkjær, Penelope Love, Harry Rutter, Mary Elizabeth Barker, Elisabet Rudjord Hillesund, Sissel Heidi Helland

“…Five main themes were developed by qualitative analysis: 1) Being a champion resembles what I already do. 2) Educational meetings are fine but take time. I prefer when peers share experiences. 3) Newsletters were helpful and reminded me, but I do not always have enough time to read. 4) Evaluations have increased my awareness, and we do them informally and formally. 5) The regular phone calls reminded me I could receive support and express my opinion. …”
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Discontinuation of immune checkpoint inhibitors for reasons other than disease progression and the impact on relapse and survival of advanced melanoma patients. A systematic review... by Konstantinos Lallas, Eftychia Chatziioannou, Derya Durak, Georg Frey, Lina Maria Serna-Higuita, Marie-Lena Rasch, Athanassios Kyrgidis, Eleni Timotheadou, Zoe Apalla, Ulrike Leiter, Lukas Flatz, Lukas Flatz, Aimilios Lallas, Teresa Amaral, Teresa Amaral

“…Random-effects models were preferred, and subgroup and sensitivity analyses were conducted to investigate possible sources of heterogeneity.Results38 and 35 studies were included in qualitative and quantitative synthesis, respectively. …”
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Mark loss can strongly bias estimates of demographic rates in multi-state models: a case study with simulated and empirical datasets by Touzalin, Frédéric, Petit, Eric J., Cam, Emmanuelle, Stagier, Claire, Teeling, Emma C., Puechmaille, Sébastien J.

“…In general, the use of permanent marks, such as genotypes, should always be preferred when modelling population dynamics. If that is not feasible, an alternative is to combine two independent types of temporary marks, such as PIT tags and bands. 5. …”
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Pragmatic algorithm for visual assessment of 4-Repeat tauopathies in [18F]PI-2620 PET Scans by Theresa Bauer, Matthias Brendel, Mirlind Zaganjori, Alexander M. Bernhardt, Alexander Jäck, Sophia Stöcklein, Maximilian Scheifele, Johannes Levin, Thilo van Eimeren, Alexander Drzezga, Osama Sabri, Henryk Barthel, Robert Perneczky, Günter Höglinger, Nicolai Franzmeier, Johannes Gnörich

“…Parametric images should be preferred for visual assessment of 4R-tauopathies.…”
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Single-cell profiling of SLC family transporters: uncovering the role of SLC7A1 in osteosarcoma by Yan Liao, Junkai Chen, Hao Yao, Ting Zheng, Jian Tu, Weidong Chen, ZeHao Guo, Yutong Zou, Lili Wen, Xianbiao Xie

“…Results SLCs displayed distinct expression patterns across various cell types within the osteosarcoma microenvironment, with myeloid cells exhibiting a preference for amino acid uptake. A prognostic model comprising nine genes was constructed via LASSO regression, with SLC7A1 showing the highest hazard ratio. …”
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Diversity and distribution of nitrifying bacteria play an important role in the nitrogen cycle in mangrove sediments by A. Mubaraq, M. Sembiring, E. Widiastuti, E. Fachrial, B. Utomo, M. Turjaman, F. Sidik, Y.I. Ulumuddin, V.B. Arifanti, E.S. Siregar, T. Kajita, S. Proches, M. Basyuni

“…The primary objective of this study is to provide comprehensive analysis of nitrifying bacteria in mangrove sediments by conducting a systematic review. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses method is used as a guide to help report reviews systematically and has a flow chart to show the process of selecting relevant studies. …”
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Personality and help-seeking for psychological distress: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Anna Szücs, Anna Szücs, Anna Szücs, Rachel Hui Xin Lam, Wymann Shao Wen Tang, Lifan Zhou, Monica Lazarus, Andrea B. Maier, Andrea B. Maier, Andrea B. Maier, Jose M. Valderas, Jose M. Valderas, Jose M. Valderas

“…Procedures followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. …”
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Validation Indicator Identification and Customer Ranking in Microloans: A Study at Middle East Bank in Iran by Azadeh Ahmadi Kousha, Faegh Ahmadi, Mohammad Hossein Ranjbar, Hamidreza Kordlouie

“…Ninth, if the investigations related to the person's money laundering status are negative, then preferably, and if necessary, the loan of that person can be approved. …”
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Good-Quality mHealth Apps for Endometriosis Care: Systematic Search by Diksha Sirohi, Cecilia HM Ng, Niranjan Bidargaddi, Helen Slater, Melissa Parker, M Louise Hull, Rebecca O'Hara

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the quality and provide recommendations for good quality endometriosis mHealth apps for the community and clinicians. MethodsPRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) 2020 guidelines informed the search of mHealth apps on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. …”
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A head-to-head comparison of the adult EQ-5D-5L and youth EQ-5D-Y-5L in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis by Joshua M. Bonsel, Charles M. M. Peeters, Max Reijman, Tim Dings, Joost P. H. J. Rutges, Diederik H. R. Kempen, Jan A. N. Verhaar, Gouke J. Bonsel

“…For the EQ-5D, a commonly used instrument to measure QoL, the current guideline is ambiguous whether the youth or adult version is to be preferred at adolescent age. To assess which is most suitable, this study tested for equivalence along predefined criteria of the youth (EQ-5D-5L) and adult (EQ-5D-Y-5L) version in an adolescent population receiving bracing therapy for AIS. …”
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Adverse events associated with the delivery of telerehabilitation across rehabilitation populations: A scoping review. by Thomas Yau, Josh Chan, McKyla McIntyre, Damanveer Bhogal, Angie Andreoli, Carl Froilan D Leochico, Mark Bayley, Ailene Kua, Meiqi Guo, Sarah Munce

“…<h4>Methods</h4>The review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute framework and adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews guidelines. …”
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Dimorphisme sexuel dans la force de morsure et de préhension chez le microcèbe mignon et héritabilité des caractères by Pauline Thomas, Anthony Herrel, Emmanuelle Pouydebat, Fabienne Aujard

“…Chez le microcèbe pourtant, il a été montré que la force de morsure, reliée à la capacité à se battre chez le mâle, n’était pas un caractère préféré par les femelles dans le cadre de la sélection sexuelle. …”
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Risk Management in Sustainable Construction Projects: A Systematic Review and Bibliometric Analysis by Kasra Hosseini, Youness Javid

“…Given that the accuracy and generalizability of survey research results are typically higher than those of case studies, there is a noticeable preference for the survey strategy among researchers. …”
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