Phage display technology in ecotoxicology: phage display derived unique peptide for copper identification in aquatic samples by Marta Sosnowska, Tomasz Łęga, Marcin Olszewski, Beata Gromadzka

“…To identify a variety of Cu-binding M13 phage clones with unique peptides and to assess their affinity for metal ions, the study utilized Escherichia coli as a factories producing recombinant bacteriophages, modified biopanning procedure and an ELISA assay. The research highlights the increasing importance of phage display as a screening tool in ecotoxicology. …”
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Transcriptome analysis reveals effects of ethynylestradiol and bisphenol A on multiple endocrine and metabolic pathways in the pituitary and liver of female Atlantic cod (Gadus mor... by Fekadu Yadetie, Xiaokang Zhang, Anna Reboa, Gwenaëlle Samantha Chloe Noally, Mariann Eilertsen, Mitchell Stewart Fleming, Jon Vidar Helvik, Inge Jonassen, Anders Goksøyr, Odd André Karlsen

“…IntroductionThe pituitary and liver are among the main sites of action of estrogens in fish. Years of research has shown that xenoestrogens can interfere with functions of estrogens. …”
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Rapid Screening and Quantitative Determination of Illegal Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors (PDE-5i) in Herbal Dietary Supplements by Thi Oanh Nguyen, Cao-Son Tran, Thi Thu Hang Do, Thi Minh Hoa Nguyen, Quang-Dong Bui, Cao-Tien Bui, Hong-Ngoc Nguyen, Thu-Hien Dang, Viet-Chien Dinh, Thi Anh Huong Nguyen, Thi Hong Hao Le

“…Liquid chromatography coupled with high-resolution mass spectrometry has become one of the most effective methods to identify and measure PDE-5i concentration. In this research, we focused on (i) developing and validating an effective screening and quantitation method for more than 53 PDE-5i in ingredients and supplementary products using LC-Q-Exactive after a simple sample extraction and (ii) assessing PDE-5i content in natural-based supplementary products available in Vietnam market. …”
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Educators’ Perspectives about Teaching Writing to EFL Learners in Large Classrooms by Hanan Abdullah Nagi Mohammed, Wissam Lutfi Ibrahim, Amal Abdelsattar Metwally

“…Additionally, it encourages further research in this area to enhance pedagogical practices and support EFL teachers in overcoming these common obstacles. …”
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THE CORRELATION OF ADOLESCENT EMOTIONAL STABILITY TO ACADEMIC STRESS AT SMAN 3 TANGERANG REGENCY by Ika Apriliana Nur Hidayati, Abdul Santoso

“…Conclusions: Based on this research, it is expected that schools, parents, and students' environment will pay more attention to students and help to manage the stress experienced by students due to academic demands.…”
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Improving wind and power predictions via four-dimensional data assimilation in the WRF model: case study of storms in February 2022 at Belgian offshore wind farms by T. Ivanova, T. Ivanova, S. Porchetta, S. Porchetta, S. Buckingham, G. Glabeke, G. Glabeke, J. van Beeck, W. Munters

“…We focus on improving model output during storms impacting the Belgian–Dutch wind farm cluster located in the Southern Bight of the North Sea via the four-dimensional data assimilation (nudging) technique in the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model. Our findings indicate that assimilating wind observations significantly reduces the relative root-mean-square error for wind speed at a wind farm located 47 km downwind from the offshore lidar platform. …”
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Navigating Compliant Agency in Cyberspace: Muslim Womanhood Through the Lens of Oki Setiana Dewi by Asya Dwina Luthfia

“…Focusing on the case of Indonesian ustadzah (Islamic preacher) Oki Setiana Dewi, this research explored her agency as expressed through her Instagram activity. …”
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An Investigation on the Influences of Construction Schemes on Backfilling the River-Crossing Section of a Utility Tunnel by Jin-Kun Huang, Zhao-Xiang Lu, Wan-Yun Yin, Ren-Cai Jin, Yuan-Di Qian, Si-Dong Shen, Lei Wang

“…The backfill construction of a utility tunnel is as important as its main structure construction. While the existing research on utility tunnels focuses on the construction of the main structure, rare attention has been paid to the backfill construction. …”
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Association between weekend catch-up sleep and depression in US adults by Lingying Le, Ziwei Lan, Chenxi Chen

“…Abstract Background Depression is one of the most prevalent mental disorders and causes a serious economic and medical burden on society. This research assessed the correlation between weekend catch-up sleep (WCS) and depression in US adults aged ≥ 20 years. …”
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Update on the therapeutic role of metformin in the management of polycystic ovary syndrome: Effects on pathophysiologic process and fertility outcomes by Kerstin MG Brand, Ulrike Gottwald-Hostalek, Aimee Andag-Silva

“…Where a successful pregnancy is achieved, metformin is generally safe for the mother and neonate. Further research is needed to define with greater precision the optimal dosage and times to initiate and discontinue metformin in women with PCOS who achieve pregnancy.…”
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The spatio-temporal trend of climate and characterization of drought in Borana Zone, Ethiopia by Sewmehon Sisay Fanta, Mamuye Busier Yesuf, Mulatu Tesfahun Merkos, Tamene Adugna Demissie

“…Abstract This research assessed the Borana Zone’s climate trends and drought characteristics from 1991 to 2050. …”
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Electrochemical Mechanical Properties of Beam-Column Joints of Building Steel Structures under Impact Loads by Liu Qian

“…The most commonly used steel beam and steel column joints are selected as the research objects. Firstly, the finite element model and the shell element model of the force are established and then the model of the finite element combination of six kinds of steel beam and steel column joints is established. …”
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Detrimental effects of cadmium on male infertility: A review by Nebojša Zečević, Jovana Kocić, Milan Perović, Aleksandar Stojsavljević

“…The review’s data also indicate that exposure to tobacco smoke is a major source of elevated seminal and blood Cd levels in infertile men. Newer research points to the importance of Cd in lower levels from the environment on changes in seminogram findings, primarily count, motility of spermatozoa, and their morphology. …”
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Association between the expression of specific microRNAs and prostate cancer progression- a systematic review and meta-analysis by Jihad Awadallah Alrehaili

“…BackgroundThis systematic review and metanalysis aimed to summarize the evidence supporting the significance of particular MiRNAs in PrCa progression and to thoroughly examine the body of prior research.MethodsIn accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, this review was conducted using a specifically design data extraction protocol and searching several online databases for relevant articles. …”
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Constructing method of opaque predicate based on type conversion and operation of floating point numbers by Qingfeng WANG, Hao LIANG, Yawen WANG, Genlin XIE, Benwei HE

“…With the increasing complexity of software functions and the evolving technologies of network attacks, malicious behaviors such as software piracy, software cracking, data leakage, and malicious software modification are on the rise.As a result, software security has become a focal point in industry research.Code obfuscation is a common software protection technique used to hinder reverse engineering.It aims to make program analyzing and understanding more difficult for attackers while preserving the original program functionality.However, many existing code obfuscation techniques suffer from performance loss and poor concealment in pursuit of obfuscation effectiveness.Control flow obfuscation, particularly opaque predicate obfuscation, is widely used to increase the difficulty of code reverse engineering by disrupting the program’s control flow.A method was proposed to address the limitations of existing code obfuscation techniques.It utilized the phenomenon of precision loss that occurred during type conversion and floating-point number operations in computers.Under certain conditions, this method produced operation results that contradict common sense.By performing forced type conversion, addition, and multiplication with selected decimal numbers, a series of opaque predicates can be constructed based on the statistical analysis of their operation results.This approach achieved code obfuscation with high concealment, good generality, reversibility, and low overhead compared to traditional opaque predicates.Experimental verification demonstrates that this method significantly slows down attackers’ reverse engineering efforts and exhibits good resistance to dynamic analysis techniques such as symbolic execution.…”
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Impact fracturing of rock-like material using carbon dioxide under different temperatures and pressures by Shaobin Hu, Zhengyong Yan, Chun Zhu, Manchao He, Shuogang Pang

“…The study investigates the rock-breaking process and crack propagation patterns under supercritical CO2 thermal shock, revealing and discussing the types of thermal shock-induced fractures, their formation conditions, and discrimination criteria. The research indicates that higher supercritical CO2 thermal shock pressures and faster pressure release rates facilitate the formation of radial branching fractures, circumferential cracks, and branch cracks. …”
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Phenolic Profile and Antioxidant Capacity of Invasive <i>Solidago canadensis</i> L.: Potential Applications in Phytopharmacy by Mirela Uzelac Božac, Danijela Poljuha, Slavica Dudaš, Josipa Bilić, Ivana Šola, Maja Mikulič-Petkovšek, Barbara Sladonja

“…This study highlights the therapeutic potential of <i>S. canadensis</i> and underscores the need for further research on the bioavailability, efficacy, and safety of its compounds, potentially transforming this ecological threat into a valuable resource for drug development.…”
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The effect of microlearning educational intervention on communication skills of nurses working in Shiraz Trauma Hospital in 2021 by Zahra keshtkaran, Fatemeh Dadgar, Zahra karimian, Rasoul Raesi, Jalal kavoosi

“…Results: Most of the participants in the research were female (70.1%), in the age group of 25–35 years. …”
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PENGEMBANGAN KURIKULUM PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM PADA PENDIDIKAN TINGGI by Suwadi Suwadi

“…The data were analyzed using inductive models, while the validity of the result met the criteria of credibility, transferability, dependability and conformability. The research findings are as follows: first, the emphasis on curriculum development (a) clarity profile of graduates with a description of its operation. …”
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Medical Education and Social Accountability by İskender Sayek, A. Hilal Batı

“…Social accountability is defined as "the obligation of medical schools to direct their education, research and service activities in a way that meets the priority health needs of the society, region and/or nation they are responsible for serving." …”
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