Qualitative Discrimination of Intact Tobacco Leaves Based on Near-Infrared Technology by Mengyao Lu, Qiang Zhou, Tian’en Chen, Junhui Li, Shuwen Jiang, Qin Gao, Cong Wang, Dong Chen

“…The results show that the position-GV discrimination model constructed using independent spectra and the DPLS algorithm and the grade discrimination model constructed using independent spectra and Fisher’s algorithm achieve optimal results with intact leaf NIR wavenumbers from 5006–8988 cm−1 and the first-derivative and standard normal variate transformation preprocessing method. …”
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The study and determination of causes of fracture of the shaft of the roll working the wire cassette unit by I. A. Kovaleva, P. A. Bobkov, I. A. Ovchinnikova

“…The destruction of the roll shaft of the working cassette of the wire unit occurred as a result of multiple excess of the standard tightening torque when installing the shaft in the structure. …”
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An appropriate DNA input for bisulfite conversion reveals LINE-1 and Alu hypermethylation in tissues and circulating cell-free DNA from cancers. by Trang Thi Quynh Tran, Tung The Pham, Than Thi Nguyen, Trang Hien Do, Phuong Thi Thu Luu, Uyen Quynh Nguyen, Linh Dieu Vuong, Quang Ngoc Nguyen, Son Van Ho, Hang Viet Dao, Tong Van Hoang, Lan Thi Thuong Vo

“…Our results have not only contributed to the standardized bisulfite-based protocols for DNA methylation assays, particularly in applications on repeated sequences but also provided another perspective for other repetitive sequences whose epigenetic properties may have crucial impacts on genome architecture and human health.…”
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Center of Pressure Velocity and Dynamic Postural Control Strategies Vary During Y-Balance and Star Excursion Balance Testing by Kristen L Jagger, Brent Harper

“…# Background Dynamic postural control (DPC) describes an individual's ability to maintain balance within their base of support in both anticipatory and reactive balance situations and has been measured using center of pressure (COP) velocity. Common standardized DPC assessments for active adults include the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (MSEBT) and the Y-Balance Test (YBT)…”
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The relationship between cognitive and affective control and symptoms of depression and anxiety across the lifespan: A 3-wave longitudinal study by Anson Kai Chun Chau, Savannah Minihan, Sakiko Okayama, Susanne Schweizer

“…Understanding the directionality of the association between mental health and cognition is important as most gold-standard psychological therapies, such as cognitive-behaviour therapy, are cognitively demanding. …”
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Microleakage after Thermocycling of Three Self-Etch Adhesives under Resin-Modified Glass-Ionomer Cement Restorations by Sabine O. Geerts, Laurence Seidel, Adelin I. Albert, Audrey M. Gueders

“…Results were expressed as means ± standard deviations (SDs). Microleakage scores were analysed by means of generalized linear mixed models (GLMMs) assuming an ordinal logistic link function. …”
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Effects of pregnancy on the clinical course and treatment outcomes of Vogt–Koyanagi–Harada disease by Navya Cherukuri, Somasheila I Murthy, Mudit Tyagi

“…At presentation, the mean age in the study group was 26 years ± 6.48 standard deviation (SD) compared to the control group (mean 25.1 years ± 3.04). …”
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Prediction and analysis of disease burden of mental disorders in China from 1990 to 2021 by JIANG Lu, ZHANG Zhidong, WU Jianjun, LIU Lu, SHANG Longjian, WEI Xingmin

“…The age-period-cohort model was used to analyze the effects of age, period and cohort on mental disorders, and predict the incidence of mental disorders in 2022—2032.Results In 2021, the age-standardized incidence rates ASIR of mental disorders in the total population, males, and females were 3,349.58/100,000, 2,822.50/100,000 and 3,876.57/100,000, respectively. …”
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Trends in incidence, prevalence, and mortality of non-communicable diseases in Iraq (2003–2021) by Mohammed Merzah

“…Using the GBD results tool, age-standardized prevalence, incidence, and mortality rates (ASPR, ASIR, ASMR) for 12 major NCDs were extracted and expressed per 100,000 population. …”
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FOXP3 as a prognostic marker and therapeutic target in immunogenic cell death modulation for clear cell renal cell carcinoma by Jian Chen, Cheng Zhu, Yan He, Liping Huang, Weizhuo Wang, Shuaishuai Huang

“…Abstract Background Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) remains a challenging cancer type due to its resistance to standard treatments. Immunogenic cell death (ICD) has the potential to activate anti-tumor immunity, presenting a promising avenue for ccRCC therapies. …”
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Assessing the factors affecting the formation of entrepreneurial opportunities in rural areas; Case study: Behbahan County by sara ferdosi, hasanali faraji sabokbar, alireza darbaneh astaneh, fazileh khani

“…Descriptive statistics, such as mean and standard deviation, as well as inferential statistics, including one-sample t-test and one-way analysis of variance, were used to analyze the data. …”
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Does treatment with somatostatin analogs differ in the uptake of normal target organs and malignant lesions on 68Ga-DOTATATE PET/CT imaging? by Çağlagül Erol, Ahmet Volkan Çelik, Özlem Şahin, Gonca Kara Gedik, Hasan Önner, Farise Yılmaz

“…Among these patients, those with low grades (Grade 1 and Grade 2) using SSA were included in the study. SUVmax (maximum standard uptake volume) of normal target organs, primary tumors, and metastases with the highest SUVmax in each organ were compared before and after SSA treatment. …”
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Isolation, identification, and quantification of Prevotella intermedia and Prevotella nigrescens in subgingival plaque samples of periodontally healthy and chronic periodontitis pa... by Vijayalakshmi Sharadindu Kotrashetti, Kishore Gajanan Bhat, Vijay Mahadev Kumbar, Sachita Shrikant Naik

“…The molecular technique, used for isolating and identifying these species, requires specialized equipment, making them not feasible in a standard laboratory. Chromogenic in situ hybridization (CISH) can be performed in routine laboratory and is economical and less time-consuming. …”
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Ivermectin Strengthens Paclitaxel Effectiveness in High-Grade Serous Carcinoma in 3D Cell Cultures by Mariana Nunes, Sara Ricardo

“…Drug repurposing has surfaced as a potentially effective strategy that works synergically with standard chemotherapy to bypass chemoresistance. In a prior study, using 2D cultures and two HGSC chemoresistant cell lines, it was demonstrated that combining Carboplatin or Paclitaxel with Pitavastatin or Ivermectin resulted in the most notable synergy. …”
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Comparison of analgesic efficacy of ultrasound-guided external oblique intercostal plane block and subcostal transversus abdominis plane block in patients undergoing upper abdomina... by Shruti Shrey, Chandni Sinha, Abhyuday Kumar, Ajeet Kumar, Amarjeet Kumar, Sreehari Nambiar

“…Results: Patients in Group E had an increased mean time of activation of PCA [610.28 [standard deviation (SD): 118.95)] minutes vs 409.68 (SD: 101.36) minutes] (P = 0.001). …”
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Scoping review of cytolytic vaginosis literature. by Roni Kraut, Fabiola Diaz Carvallo, Richard Golonka, Sandra M Campbell, Anoush Rehmani, Oksana Babenko, Mao-Cheng Lee, Pedro Vieira-Baptista

“…Most studies used subjective criteria to diagnose CV as the condition lacks gold-standard microscopic criteria. The suggested primary treatment (baking soda irrigations) was largely based on expert opinion, and there was minimal evidence on associations between CV and other conditions.…”
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Severe Lipoatrophy in a Growth Hormone Deficient Toddler Girl Treated with a Non-Pegylated Long-Acting Growth Hormone by Atilla Büyükgebiz, And Demir

“…Results: After initiating treatment with somatrogon, a non-pegylated fusion protein formulation of LAGH at the standard dose of 0.66 mg/kg body weight weekly, administered by her family, she developed localized lipoatrophy at the injection site within eleven weeks. …”
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of HIV Infection among Clients Attending ICTCs in Six Districts of Tamilnadu, South India by Rajeswari Ramachandran, V. Chandrasekaran, M. Muniyandi, K. Jaggarajamma, Anasua Bagchi, Supriya Sahu

“…In a prospective observational study, we interviewed clients attending 170 ICTCs from six districts of Tamilnadu during 2007 utilizing a standard pretest assessment questionnaire. All the clients were tested for HIV with rapid test kits. …”
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Assessing the acceptability of a sleep-targeted digital intervention among geriatric inpatients: A preliminary study by Alex Chanteclair, Marion Lartigau, Nathalie Salles, Julien Coelho, Florian Pécune, Pierre Philip, Clément Champeville

“…Methods This cross-sectional study included geriatric department inpatients aged 70 or older, undergoing a standardized interview with the app, addressing sleep complaints. …”
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Recording practices of body mass index, overweight and obesity by Dutch general practitioners: an observational study by Willemijn J. van den Hout, Petra G. van Peet, Mattijs E. Numans, Dennis O. Mook-Kanamori

“…Routinely recording BMI is not currently standard practice. With the increasing prevalence of obesity and its related comorbidities, it may be beneficial to start routinely recording BMI in primary care.…”
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