The ASK-16 motorized glider: an airborne eddy covariance platform to measure turbulence, energy, and matter fluxes by I. Wiekenkamp, A. K. Lehmann, A. Bütow, J. Hartmann, S. Metzger, S. Metzger, T. Ruhtz, C. Wille, M. Zöllner, T. Sachs, T. Sachs

“…The glider is equipped with an 858 AJ Rosemount five-hole probe, a Picarro G2311-f gas analyzer, a Novatel FlexPak G2-V2 GNSS–INS system, Vaisala temperature and humidity sensors (HMT311), and an OMEGA CHAL-003 thermocouple temperature sensor. …”
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A Review on Blockchain Applications in Operational Technology for Food and Agriculture Critical Infrastructure by Chengliang Zheng, Xiangzhen Peng, Ziyue Wang, Tianyu Ma, Jiajia Lu, Leiyang Chen, Liang Dong, Long Wang, Xiaohui Cui, Zhidong Shen

“…By bridging the gap between blockchain innovations and the operational needs of the food and agriculture sector, this work contributes to advancing strategic implementation and improving the security of CI systems.…”
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Effect of antioxidant capsule supplementation on oxidative stress markers in hypertensive patients by Novaes-Gaeta Ludmila N., Moraes Mariele C., Katayama Keyla Y., Sangaletti Carine T., Irigoyen Maria Claudia, Freitas Sarah, Viana Ariane, de Angelis Katia, Caldini Elia G., Lopes Heno F.

“…A high antioxidant diet could scavenge the free radicals and other toxic radicals offering better protection to the cardiovascular system. The primary study objective was to evaluate the impact of dietary supplementation with fruit extract capsules on markers of oxidative stress and antioxidant capacity in hypertensive and normotensive individuals; a secondary objective was to evaluate the impact of dietary supplementation on insulin resistance, markers of inflammation and haemodynamic variables in treated hypertensive and normotensive patients. …”
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Treatment Planning Strategies for Interstitial Ultrasound Ablation of Prostate Cancer by Pragya Gupta, Tamas Heffter, Muhammad Zubair, I-Chow Hsu, E. Clif Burdette, Chris J. Diederich

“…This involves the integration with a FDA 510(k) cleared catheter-based ultrasound interstitial applicators and delivery system. Methods: A 3D generalized “prostate” model was developed to generate temperature and thermal dose profiles for different applicator operating parameters and anticipated perfusion ranges. …”
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Ameliorating potential effects of natural biological formulations and biostimulants on plant health and quality attributes in coriander-fenugreek intercropped strawberry (Fragaria... by Priya Thakur, Pramod Kumar, CL Sharma, Uday Sharma, Nisha Sharma, Tanzin Ladon

“…Coriander-Strawberry-Fenugreek as intercropping system was adopted. The treatments comprised were T1: GJ at 100 g/m2 + JV at 10% +Azolla at 200 g/plant, T2: GJ at 150 g/m2 + JV at 10% +Azolla at 200 g/plant, T3: GJ at 100 g/m2 + JV at 20% +Azolla at 200 g/plant, T4: GJ at 150 g/m2 + JV at 20% +Azolla at 200 g/plant, T5: GJ at 100 g/m2 + JV at 10% +Azolla at 250 g/plant, T6: GJ at 150 g/m2 + JV at 10% +Azolla at 250 g/plant, T7: GJ at 100 g/m2 + JV at 20% +Azolla at 250 g/plant, T8: GJ at 150 g/m2 + JV at 20% +Azolla at 250 g/plant, T9: GJ at 150 g/m2 + JV at 20% as per SPNF, T10: Farmyard manure (100% N basis) and T11: Recommended dose of N: P:K (80:40:40 kg/ha) as control. …”
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Studying and enhancing the methods for distance teaching of computer science in Kazakh secondary school students during the pandemic by M. M. Zhamankarin, A. M. Sivinskiy, M. K. Aitkenova, M. B. Zhanibekov

“…The absence of the methodological basis for conducting online classes in the Kazakh pedagogical community defined the need to study and enhance forms and technologies that would be efficient to use to interact with students during the transition of the national education system to distance education.Aim. The aim of this research lies in defining efficient methods for distance teaching of computer science in the Kazakh secondary school students in terms of ensuring the maintenance of the quality of knowledge and the academic progress of students at the sufficient level corresponding to that of the traditional in-person education.Methodology and research methods. …”
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Gut-brain axis mediated by intestinal content microbiota was associated with Zhishi Daozhi decoction on constipation by Leyao Fang, Leyao Fang, Leyao Fang, Xin Yi, Xin Yi, Junxi Shen, Junxi Shen, Na Deng, Na Deng, Xinxin Peng, Xinxin Peng

“…BackgroundConstipation is a common digestive system disorder, which is closely related to the intestinal flora. …”
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Hymecromone Administration in Real Clinical Practice: Results of the Prospective Multicentre Observational Study in the Republic of Kazakhstan by A. V. Nersesov, D. A. Kaybullaeva, V. S. Rakhmetova, I. A. Lozinskaya, A. K. Kurmangalieva, V. S. Ayupova, A. B. Orazbaeva, A. K. Kanabaeva, Yu. O. Shulpekova

“…Odeston effectively reduces the severity of biliary pain, corrects dyspeptic disorders and normalizes stool pattern in patients with functional and organic diseases of the biliary system. Treatment satisfaction was higher with a dose of 1200 mg a day, particularly in more pronounced interference of pain with daily living activities.…”
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CMEs and SEPs During November–December 2020: A Challenge for Real‐Time Space Weather Forecasting by Erika Palmerio, Christina O. Lee, M. Leila Mays, Janet G. Luhmann, David Lario, Beatriz Sánchez‐Cano, Ian G. Richardson, Rami Vainio, Michael L. Stevens, Christina M. S. Cohen, Konrad Steinvall, Christian Möstl, Andreas J. Weiss, Teresa Nieves‐Chinchilla, Yan Li, Davin E. Larson, Daniel Heyner, Stuart D. Bale, Antoinette B. Galvin, Mats Holmström, Yuri V. Khotyaintsev, Milan Maksimovic, Igor G. Mitrofanov

“…In this sense, the scope of space weather science now encompasses the whole heliospheric system, and multipoint measurements of solar transients can provide useful insights and validations for prediction models. …”
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Clinical teaching practice and effect research of newly recruited nurses in the Department of Stomatology (口腔科新入职护士临床教学实践及效果研究) by LIANG Yu (梁宇), LI Jiahui (李嘉慧), CAI Shuang (蔡爽), SUO Shuai (索帅), ZHI Shengrui (只升睿), LIU Xuewei (刘学伟)

“…Methods Newly recruited nurses in Stomatology Department of hospital in the past three years were selected as the teaching objects, the stratified teaching practice was carried out for the newly recruited nurses through various methods such as improving the teaching management system, establishing the teaching faculty, formulating the teaching training plan and comprehensive teaching evaluation. …”
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The Role of circTmeff-1 in Morphine Addiction Memory of Mice by Hailei Yu, Boyang Wen, Yun Lu, Bing Xie, Feng Yu, Minglong Zhang, Chunling Ma, Bin Cong, Di Wen, Haitao Bi

“…CircRNAs, an emerging hotspot regulator in crown genetics, play an important role in central nervous system-related diseases. However, the internal mediating mechanism of circRNAs in the field of drug reward and addiction memory remains unknown. …”
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Assessing learning, behaviour, and stress level in goats while testing a virtual fencing training protocol by L. Wilms, D. Hamidi, C.H.U. Lüntzel, M. Hamidi, M. Komainda, R. Palme, J. Isselstein, S. Waiblinger, M. Egerbacher

“…Virtual fencing (VF) is a modern fencing technology using Global Positioning System-enabled collars which emit acoustic signals and, if the animal does not respond, electric pulses. …”
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A dosimetric comparison of non-coplanar volumetric modulated arc therapy and non-coplanar fixed field intensity modulated radiation therapy in hippocampus-avoidance whole-brain rad... by Huaqu Zeng, MinZhi Zhong, Zongyou Chen, Shukui Tang, Zunbei Wen

“…ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to investigate the dosimetric differences between non-coplanar volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) and non-coplanar fixed-field intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) in hippocampus-avoidance whole-brain radiation therapy with a simultaneous integrated boost (HA-WBRT+SIB) for brain metastases using the Monaco treatment planning system (TPS).MethodA total of 22 patients with brain metastases were retrospectively enrolled. …”
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Estimation of Suspended Sediment Concentration from Remote Sensing and In Situ Measurement over Lake Tana, Ethiopia by Zelalem R. Womber, Fasikaw A. Zimale, Mebrahtom G. Kebedew, Bekalu W. Asers, Nikole M. DeLuca, Christian D. Guzman, Seifu A. Tilahun, Benjamin F. Zaitchik

“…Lake Tana is an important and the largest lake in Ethiopia for the local ecological system. However, environmental change and anthropogenic activities in the area threaten its water quality. …”
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The effectiveness and risks of Treating people with Idiopathic Pulmonary fibrosis with the Addition of Lansoprazole (TIPAL): study protocol for a randomised placebo-controlled mult... by Toby M Maher, A John Simpson, Anthony Cahn, David Thickett, Luke Vale, Allan B Clark, Nazia Chaudhuri, Ian Forrest, Lisa G Spencer, Christopher Ward, Stephen Jones, Ganesh Raghu, Andrew M Wilson, Helen Parfrey, Megan Jones, Matthew Hammond, Jaclyn Ann Smith, Shajahan Wahed

“…The COVID-19 pandemic required the study to be undertaken as a remote trial.Ethics and dissemination This study received ethical approval from the East of England Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Research Ethics Committee (reference 20/EE/0043; integrated research application system number 269050). Trial results will be published in a peer-reviewed journal upon completion.Trial registration number ISRCTN13526307; ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04965298.…”
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Production performance of eel Anguilla bicolor bicolor with the addition of calsium carbonat by Ardyen Saputra, Tatag Budiardi, Eddy Supriyono

“…Aquariums for fish maintenance were insulated form in the size of 100×50×40 cm3 and with recirculation system. Insulation serves to separate the filter and maintenance parts. …”
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Larval rearing of kelabau fish Osteochilus melanopleurus, Bleeker 1852 with different live feed by Nur Asiah, Netti Aryani, Benny Heltonika

“…Aquarium research containers size 30×30×20 cm3 9 pieces with a volume of 5 L of water without water flow in the first week onwards from the second week to the 4th week are increased to 10 L with a water recirculation system with a water flow of about 0.5 L per minute. …”
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Associations of meteorological factors and ambient air pollutants with mumps incidence in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region: boosted regression tree model analysis by Xianglong LIU, Linlin CHEN, Jiayu YU, Rui GONG, Yaogeng CHEN, Yu ZHAO

“…ObjectiveTo evaluate the associations of meteorological factors and ambient air pollutants with the incidence of mumps in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, and to provide a reference for the development of early warning and response systems for mumps epidemic. MethodsData on the daily number of mumps cases in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region from 2015 to 2019 were obtained from the Notifiable Infectious Disease Surveillance System of the region, and data on meteorological factors (daily mean temperature/relative humidity/atmospheric pressure/wind speed) and air pollutants (daily concentrations of ozone, [O3], sulfur dioxide [SO2], carbon monoxide [CO], nitrogen dioxide [NO2], and particulate matter with aerodynamic diameter < 2.5/10 mum [PM2.5/PM10]) for the same period were obtained from the National Meteorological Science Data Center. …”
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Evaluation of Performance Metrics Required in Proper Selection of SDN Controller for Integrated Satellite-Terrestrial Networks by Oluwatobi A. Ayofe, Mu'azu J. Musa, Zanna M. Abdullahir, Abdoulie M.S. Tekanyi, Aliyu D. Usman, Ezekiel E. Agbon, Emmanuel A. Otsapa, Agburu O. Adikpe, Matthew Iyobhebhe, Paul Thomas Muge

“…Five SDN controllers were subjected to evaluation and they are Open Network Operating System (ONOS), Opendaylight (ODL), Floodlight (FL), Ryu, and Pox. …”
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Biodistribution of intravenously delivered PEGylated carbon nanotubes to the rat brain cortex by Gisele Eva Bruch, Gisele Eva Bruch, Lidiane Dal Bosco, Lidiane Dal Bosco, Arthur P. Cordeiro, Marcos F. Cordeiro, Sangram K. Sahoo, Carolina Peixoto, Marta C. Klosterhoff, Luis Alberto Romano, Cristiano Fantini, Adelina P. Santos, Daniela M. Barros

“…Due to their reduced size and high stability in physiological media, SWCNT-PEG are candidates for crossing the blood–brain barrier (BBB), with potential use in treating central nervous system diseases that are currently unresponsive to pharmacological interventions because of the tightly regulated permeability of the BBB. …”
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