Direct detection and identification of viruses in saliva using a SpecID ionization modified mass spectrometer. by Pierre Alusta, Angel Paredes, Marli Azevedo, Lisa Mullis, Dan Buzatu

“…Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) remains the gold standard for sensitive detection of SARS-CoV-2 infection in biological samples. …”
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Seasonal Variations in the Composition and Distribution of Planktonic Fauna in the Eastern Lagos Lagoon, Nigeria by AS Yakup, KJ Balogun, GE Ajani, KO Renner, BO Bello, JA Nkwoji, JK Igbo

“…Samples of water and planktonic fauna were collected from twelve stations within the eastern axis of the Lagoon and analyzed using standard methods. The study area had brackish water characteristics with fresh water condition (0‰ salinity across the 12 stations) in the rainy season whereas the salinity ranged from 11.4‰ to 30.5‰ in the dry season. …”
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Are all tuberculosis deaths correctly attributed due to tuberculosis? Analysis of causes of death (COD) using verbal autopsy: A cross-sectional study in Puducherry by Reenaa Mohan, M Rajalakshmi, G Kalaiselvan

“…Experts’ review was used as a reference standard to compare rater agreements. The Predictive accuracy of Rater 2 (area under the curve [AUC] −0.953; P value <0.001) was slightly higher than Rater 1 (AUC −0.942; P value <0.001). …”
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Addressing Healthcare Access Inequalities in South Africa: Evaluating Legislative and Human Rights Obligations and Proposing Strategies for Improvement by Mlondolozi Mvikweni

“…This study adds to the existing body of knowledge by conducting a thorough assessment of healthcare accessibility in South African legislation and its alignment with human rights standards. It offers practical recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders, aiming to close the space between legal frameworks and healthcare delivery. …”
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The The Influence of Perceived Convenience and Service Quality on Customer Loyalty (A Study at the Brilink Agent Bio Energy 2 Sidoarjo) by Devi Putri Pratama, Budi Prabowo

“… Banks are business entities that collect funds from the public in the form of savings and then distribute them to the public in the form of credit and/or other forms to improve people's living standards. The development of the digital world means that the banking world does not want to lose promising business opportunities.  …”
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The limits of criminalization and the principle of legality in blanket economic criminal offenses: Whoever does not deal in good faith shall be punished! by Todorović Aleksandar D.

“…The aim of the paper is to determine whether the Supreme Court (of Casation) applies the standards arising from the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights on the principle of legality. …”
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Concept of agroedutourism based on smart farming in integrated farming systems by Sumiasih Inanpi Hidayati, Puspitawati Mutiara Dewi, Yadarabullah Yadarabullah

“…The results showed that smart farming can be effectively and efficiently used in various activities to monitor and predict the growth and increase in fish yields in biofloc, support the increase in compost production according to SNI standards, increase the growth and harvest of vegetables in greenhouses, and monitor the growth of goat livestock.…”
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Islamic Movement In Malaysia: History And Tradition by Ahmad Nabil Amir, Tasnim Abdul Rahman

“…The movement brought forth critical values and ideals of Islam that espoused for progressive and rational spirit and reconstruction of ijtihad and dynamic activism, based on inclusive moral and ethical norms and standards. The qualitative methodology used in this study focuses on content analysis and library research.The data was gathered by primary and secondary sources of document analysis, and it was technically analyzed utilizing interpretative, descriptive, historical, and comparative methods. …”
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Leveraging paired mammogram views with deep learning for comprehensive breast cancer detection by Jae Won Seo, Young Jae Kim, Kwang Gi Kim

“…Abstract Employing two standard mammography views is crucial for radiologists, providing comprehensive insights for reliable clinical evaluations. …”
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Nurses’ Knowledge Regarding Cardiac Catheterization at General Hospital in Rania City by Bayan O. Sharif, Shara H. Salih, Niga A. Sailh, Bahar I. Salim

“…Coronary angiography is that invasive procedure which assumed as the golden standard for the diagnosis, estimation, and curing of heart diseases. …”
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Exploring students’ attitudes towards their own English accent: Insights from SMA Negeri 1 Stabat by Fika Emylia Effendi, Rahmadsyah Rangkuti, Rusdi Noor Rosa

“… The norms of linguistic correctness often stigmatize non-standard accents and varieties of English, reinforcing a perception of inadequacy among non-native speakers. …”
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Literature Study of Formulating and Testing Physical Properties of Hand Sanitizer Preparations of Various Plant Extracts by Susi Yanti, Cory Linda Futri

“…In the study of making hand sanitizers from various extracts, it can be concluded that the hand sanitizer gel that was formulated met all the requirements for evaluating the physical properties of the gel which included organoleptic, homogeneity, and pH tests, while for dispersion and adhesion there were those that did not meet the standards.…”
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The role of force and torque in friction stir welding: A detailed review by Mostafa Akbari, Milad Esfandiar, Amin Abdollahzadeh

“…This innovative approach not only streamlines the monitoring process but also contributes to the evolution of FSW technologies, ensuring higher standards of quality and safety in various applications.…”
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Community-based Language Development of Northern Catanduanes, Philippines by Renelyn Bautista

“…The findings suggest that the EGIDS level for Northern Catanduanes is Level 5 Developing, which means “the language is being used by some though this is not yet widespread or sustainable language is in vigorous use with literature in a standardized form.” It does not enjoy the same vigorous use and prestige as the other languages of the Bicol Region, because not much is written in Caramoranon; though the locals see its importance as they widely use the language. …”
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Transfer Across Episodes of Analogical Reasoning: The Role of Visuo-Spatial Schemas by Jairo A. Navarrete-Ulloa, Maximo Trench

“…The standard explanation of meta-analogical transfer posits that the predicate mappings generated during a first analogy episode get reused during subsequent instances of analogical reasoning. …”
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An Overview on the Role of Relative Humidity in Airborne Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in Indoor Environments by Ajit Ahlawat, Alfred Wiedensohler, Sumit Kumar Mishra

“…Thus, it is extremely important to set a minimum relative humidity standard for indoor environments such as hospitals, offices and public transports for minimization of airborne spread of SARS-CoV-2.…”
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Effectiveness of Malaysia football DNA application on the performance of players under 16 years by Hadi Syahmi Hamzah, Zulakbal Abd Karim, Abdul Rahaman, Fakrul Hazely Ismail, Amin Akbar

“… Introduction: Malaysia launched the Malaysian Football DNA (F30) in 2018 to establish a standardized philosophy and playing style across all levels of football. …”
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Prediction of the axial compression capacity of ECC-CES columns using adaptive sampling and machine learning techniques by Khaled Megahed

“…These models were comprehensively evaluated, displaying a superior prediction performance compared to design standards such as EC4 and AISC360. From evolution metrics, the Gaussian process regression, CatBoost (CATB), and LightGBM (LGBM) models emerged as the most accurate and reliable model, with nearly more than 97% of FE samples within the 10% error range. …”
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Electromyographic Evaluation of Early-Stage Shoulder Rehabilitation Exercises Following Rotator Cuff Repair by Peter K Edwards, Patrick Wai Hang Kwong, Timothy Ackland, Allan Wang, Cyril J Donnelly, Jay R Ebert

“…Mean %MVIC values and 95% confidence intervals were used to rank exercises from the least to the most amount of muscular activity generated during the exercises. # Results Standard pendulum exercises generated low levels of EMG activity in the supraspinatus and infraspinatus (≤15% MVIC), while active-assisted table slides, and the upright wall slide generated low levels of EMG activity in only the supraspinatus. …”
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Online selfie behavior and consideration of cosmetic surgery in teenage girls: The mediating roles of appearance comparisons and body dissatisfaction. by Yunduan Li, Hong Chen, Yan Zou, Yanshuo Guo, Liying Gao, Xinyu Xu

“…This suggests that in the current era of frequent social media activities, a more relaxed social and cultural environment and diverse aesthetic standards are necessary. Parents and educational psychologists should focus on guiding girls to develop positive body image, carefully considering the impact of selfie images on body dissatisfaction in teenage girls on social media, and the resulting demand for beauty products and cosmetic surgery.…”
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