Assessment of the optimal frequency of insecticide sprays required to manage fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J.E Smith) in maize (Zea mays L.) in northern Ghana by Jerry A. Nboyine, Ebenezer Asamani, Lakpo K. Agboyi, Iddrisu Yahaya, Francis Kusi, Gloria Adazebra, Benjamin K. Badii

“…Abstract Background Insecticide use is an important component of integrated pest management strategies developed for fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda J.E Smith, control in maize in many African countries. …”
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Effects of poultry by-product meal and complete replacement of fish oil with alternative oils on growth performance and gut health of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss): a FEEDNET... by Imam Hasan, Simona Rimoldi, Biagina Chiofalo, Marianna Oteri, Micaela Antonini, Rosangela Armone, Violeta Kalemi, Laura Gasco, Genciana Terova

“…Conclusions The FEEDNETICS™ application enhances our ability to optimize feeding strategies and improve production efficiency in the aquaculture industry. …”
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Sex-specific associations between estimated glucose disposal rate and cognitive decline in middle-aged and older adults in China: a longitudinal cohort study by Chun Luo, Shuang Han, Xiaoying Shen, Hao Wu, Jianqing Zhou, Bingyang Liu

“…These findings underscore the potential of eGDR as a marker for identifying and mitigating cognitive decline and highlight the importance of sex-specific strategies to address insulin resistance and promote cognitive health.…”
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Comparative evaluation of various DNA extraction methods and analysis of DNA degradation levels in commercially marketed Chestnut rose juices and beverages by Yongchao Ren, Yunlong Ma, Yanqi Li, Yun Song, WeiWei Zhao, Xuncai Huang, Danmin Yu, Jian Li, Zuogang Xu, Wenjun Zhao

“…Conclusions To achieve precise DNA quantification, selecting suitable extraction strategies for the given matrix is necessary. The combination approach was identified as the most effective DNA extraction technique and is suggested for extracting DNA from Chestnut rose juices and beverages. …”
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Time to antiretroviral therapy initiation in HIV-positive patients with opportunistic infections/AIDS-defining illness in Southern Thailand: a prospective cohort study by Chanadda Wuttikul, Nattasiri Thanawuth, Malee Rojpibulsatit, Sutthiporn Pattharachayakul

“…Conclusions To achieve maximal benefits of ART, strategies to improve HIV awareness, continuous care engagement, and timely ART initiation are required.…”
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Mer enn konsepter: Utforsking av sammenheng mellom lærerstudenters praksiserfaringer og lærerforventninger med metrisk og ikke-metrisk analyse by Sigve Høgheim, Eirik S. Jenssen

“…The results from both analysis strategies show that there is a weak connection between student teachers’ practical experiences and their teacher expectations, but there are significant differences in what the two approaches can uncover. …”
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The Danish Drowning Cohort: Utstein-style data from fatal and non-fatal drowning incidents in Denmark by Niklas Breindahl, Kasper Bitzer, Oliver B. Sørensen, Alexander Wildenschild, Signe A. Wolthers, Tim Lindskou, Jacob Steinmetz, Stig N. F. Blomberg, Helle C. Christensen, the Danish Drowning Validation Group

“…This method allows syndromic surveillance and monitors a nationwide cohort of fatal and non-fatal drowning incidents in near-real time to inform future prevention strategies. The Danish Drowning Cohort complies with the Utstein style for drowning reporting guidelines. …”
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Single-Cell RNA-Seq Uncovers Cellular Heterogeneity from Deep Fascia in Necrotizing Fasciitis Patients by Wang T, Zhang L, Chen W, Long Y, Zhang Y, Wang L, Hou Z

“…These proteins may act as a biomarker or even as a candidate therapy for NF.Conclusion: Our findings revealed the potential anti-infection role of deep fascia during the procession of NF, helping us understand the immunologic function of fascia and provide novel insights for its therapeutic strategies for NF.Keywords: necrotizing fasciitis, deep fascia, single-cell RNA-seq, M1/M2 polarization, fibroblast…”
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Twelve-Month Retention in and Impact of Enhance®Fitness on Older Adults in Hawai‘i by Michiyo Tomioka, Kathryn L. Braun, Yan Yan Wu, Kay Holt, Paula Keele, Lori Tsuhako, Johnny Yago

“…Future research is needed to identify strategies to maintain enrollment of older adults in the exercise programs over time.…”
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Are Electromyography Data a Fingerprint for Patients with Cerebral Palsy (CP)? by Mehrdad Davoudi, Firooz Salami, Robert Reisig, Dimitrios A. Patikas, Nicholas A. Beckmann, Katharina S. Gather, Sebastian I. Wolf

“…Future research should investigate the effects of different surgical strategies on the improvement of these patients.…”
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Immunometabolic alterations in type 2 diabetes mellitus revealed by single-cell RNA sequencing: insights into subtypes and therapeutic targets by Huahua Li, Lingling Zou, Zhaowei Long, Junkun Zhan, Junkun Zhan

“…The identification of critical TFs and the development of drug enrichment profiles highlight the potential for personalized therapeutic strategies, emphasizing the need for integrated immunological and metabolic approaches in T2DM management.…”
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Modeling future sediment retention service in the Bagh-e-Shadi Forest protected area using InVEST and the ACCESS-ESM1-5 climate model by Sharif Joorabian Shooshtari, Tahereh Ardakani, Hadise Beik Khormizi

“…Abstract Assessing the impact of climate change on water-related ecosystem services (ES) in Protected Areas (PAs) is essential for developing soil and water conservation strategies that promote sustainability and restore ES. …”
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Stress distribution in endodontically treated external cervical resorption lesions restored with MTA and biodentine – A finite element analysis by Mudita Manaktala, Sonali Taneja, Vidhi Kiran Bhalla

“…The classification system proposed by Patel et al. (2018) offers a comprehensive framework for characterizing ECR lesions based on location and extent. Treatment strategies for ECR involve a combination of endodontic intervention and restorative techniques, with bioactive materials like mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and Biodentine emerging as promising options. …”
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Generative spatial artificial intelligence for sustainable smart cities: A pioneering large flow model for urban digital twin by Jeffrey Huang, Simon Elias Bibri, Paul Keel

“…The model enhances decision-making processes, supports evidence-based planning and design, fosters integrated development strategies, and enables the development of more efficient, resilient, and sustainable urban environments. …”
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Evaluasi SIMRS pada Manajemen Sumber Daya Manusia dengan Framework COBIT 5 by I Nyoman Angga Prabawa, I Made Oka Widyantara, Made Sudarma

“…Analisa kesenjangan terhadap tingkat kapabilitas harapan yang berada pada tingkat kapabilitas 3 menghasilkan usulan rekomendasi perbaikan guna menyusun rencana strategis manajemen SDM serta meningkatkan pemanfaatan layanan SIMRS dan Teknologi Informasi (TI).   …”
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Association between life's essential 8 and Parkinson's disease: a case–control study by Jiaxin Fan, Yanfeng Wang, Xingzhi Guo, Shuai Cao, Shuqin Zhan, Rui Li

“…These findings highlight the potential of the LE8 metrics to guide targeted strategies for addressing gender-based CVH disparities, offering beneficial insights for the tertiary prevention of PD.…”
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Daily time series of 12 human thermal stress indices in Greece, aggregated at commune level (1998–2022)Zenodo by Georgios Charvalis, Michalis Koureas, Chloe Brimicombe, Chara Bogogiannidou, Fani Kalala, Varbara Mouchtouri, Christos Hadjichristodoulou

“…The execution of a built-in QGIS function was implemented to geospatially aggregate the NetCDF files of 12 daily mean, maximum and minimum, indices to 326 Greek communes for 9131 days.The high spatial and temporal resolution of the data, makes the dataset appropriate for analysis and comparison of climate change impacts, heatwave patterns, and the development of climate adaptation strategies at a regional scale in Greece. Additionally, it can be used as a basis of a system to inform and devise targeted interventions and policies aimed at mitigating the effects of extreme heat events. …”
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Pengembangan Sistem Manajemen Pelatihan Kerja di Kota Surakarta by Affriza Brilyan Relo Pambudi Agus Putra, Shelvie Nidya Neyman, Hendra Rahmawan

“…Instansi yang terlibat dalam program pelatihan kerja belum memiliki rencana strategis dan beberapa proses bisnis dilakukan secara manual. …”
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Access Differentials in Primary Healthcare among Vulnerable Populations in a Health Insurance Setting in Kumasi Metropolis, Ghana: A Cross-Sectional Study by Gertrude Acquah-Hagan, Daniel Boateng, Emmanuel Appiah-Brempong, Peter Twum, Joseph Amankwa Atta, Peter Agyei-Baffour

“…This suggests the need for stakeholders to work to address access differentials in the NHIS and adopt other innovative care strategies that may have broader applicability for all populations.…”
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Public insight into knee osteoarthritis: a cross-sectional study from the West Bank, Palestine by Haya Jebreen Mohammed Warasna, Bashar Yaser Hasan Awad, Mohamad A. Banat, Mohammad Yaser Hasan Awad, Ahmed Farid Gadelmawla, Jameel Suliman, Tarek A. Owais, Ahmad J. Warasna

“…Most participants were aware of the management strategies, including analgesics (70%, n = 510) and physiotherapy (80%, n = 579). …”
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