Transforming Growth Factor Beta Family: Insight into the Role of Growth Factors in Regulation of Fracture Healing Biology and Potential Clinical Applications by Łukasz A. Poniatowski, Piotr Wojdasiewicz, Robert Gasik, Dariusz Szukiewicz

“…This process is a cascade of local and systemic phenomena spread over time, involving whole cell lineages and various cytokines and growth factors. …”
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Evaluation of Microleakage in Flash-Free and Conventional Ceramic Brackets: A Microcomputed Tomography Study by Gökay Üstdal, Eyüp Burak Küçük

“…According to the groups, adhesive coated and conventional bracket systems were bonded to the tooth surfaces with the specified adhesive agents. …”
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Precision Imaging for Early Detection of Esophageal Cancer by Po-Chun Yang, Chien-Wei Huang, Riya Karmakar, Arvind Mukundan, Tsung-Hsien Chen, Chu-Kuang Chou, Kai-Yao Yang, Hsiang-Chen Wang

“…Integrating these models with endoscopic diagnostic systems in healthcare settings could offer faster and more accurate results, thereby improving overall detection performance.…”
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Porous ground treatments for propeller noise reduction in ground effect by Hasan Kamliya Jawahar, Liam Hanson, Md. Zishan Akhter, Mahdi Azarpeyvand

“…The investigation explores the potential of porous materials to reduce propeller noise near the ground, a major barrier to the acceptance and integration of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) systems. Experiments were conducted in an anechoic chamber using an APC $$10 \times 5.5$$ inch propeller in a pusher configuration. …”
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Predicting Patients’ Revisit Intention Based on Satisfaction Scores: Combination of Penalized Regression and Neural Networks by Farshid Abdi, Shaghayegh Abolmakarem, Amir Karbassi Yazdi, Paul Leger, Yong Tan, Giuliani Coluccio

“…In addition to feature selection models such as Random Forest, Genetic Algorithm, and Lasso Regression, the study employs various methods, including Neural Networks, Support Vector Machines, Decision Trees, k-Nearest Neighbors, Rule-based systems, and Naive Bayes algorithms. The analysis of the results indicates that while the Neural Network model shows superior prediction accuracy, the Lasso Regression method is efficient in identifying relevant features. …”
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Health professionals’ perceptions, barriers and knowledge towards oral health care of dependent people in nursing homes: a systematic review by Joana Pombo-Lopes, Inês Rodrigues, Joana Costa, Ana Catarina Gomes, Jorge Fonseca, Jorge Fonseca, José Grillo-Evangelista

“…Low oral health literacy coexisted with recognition of the importance of oral health care.ConclusionThe findings advocate for targeted interventions, standardized training, and improved support systems to improve oral health care for the older adult in diverse health care settings.…”
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Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone and Its Analogues: Significance for MSCs-Mediated Angiogenesis by Xiangyang Xia, Quanwei Tao, Qunchao Ma, Huiqiang Chen, Jian’an Wang, Hong Yu

“…Growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH), a stimulator in extrahypothalamus systems including tumors, has attracted great attentions in recent years because GHRH and its agonists could promote angiogenesis in various tissues. …”
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The effectiveness of different bio preparations on the seed and market quality of organic produced soybean by Dimitrijević Snežana, Filipović Vladimir, Buntić Aneta, Milić Marija, Ugrenović Vladan, Popović Vera, Perić Vesna

“…Microbiological preparations have the potential to contribute to the development of sustainable agricultural systems. The use of selected microbiological cultures for treatment during the inoculation of soil and seeds in the cultivation of industrial plants is reflected in the improvement of the nutritional and functional properties of plants, which are an excellent source of valuable food ingredients.…”
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Elevated Serum C-Reactive Protein and Markers of Sleep Disordered Breathing by R. Constance Wiener, Rouxin Zhang, Anoop Shankar

“…Previous studies indicated sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Systemic inflammation is recognized as a risk factor for CVD. …”
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MESO-CMOS Hybrid Circuits With Time-Multiplexing Technique for Energy and Area-Efficient Computing in Memory by Tzuping Huang, Linran Zhao, Yiming Han, Hai Li, Ian A. Young, Yaoyao Jia

“…To harness the advantages of MESO in large-scale complex circuit systems, this article presents the development of a MESO-based standard cell library. …”
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Integrating Maternal and Child Health Into Climate Change: A Holistic Approach by Felix Amekpor, Waheed Sakariyau, Nathan Ezie Kengo, Nwodo Amarachukwu Sandra, Joseph Agyapong, Zakariya’u Dauda, Samuel Kwarteng, David Adeoye Adedokun, Gideon Darko

“…Climate change negatively affects life support systems, including air, food, water, shelter, and security, on which humans depend. …”
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Risk factors analysis and risk prediction model for failed back surgery syndrome: A prospective cohort study by Parisa Hajilo, Behzad Imani, Shirdel Zandi, Ali Mehrafshan, Salman khazaei

“…Currently, there is a lack of predictive systems and scientific evaluation in clinical practice. …”
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The oncological and reproductive outcomes of fertility-preserving treatments for stage 1 grade 1 endometrial carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis by M. Olabisi Ogunbiyi, Samuel Oxley, Radha Graham, Adeola Olaitan

“…Introduction The number of patients desiring fertility-preserving treatment for endometrial cancer rather than standard surgical management continues to increase.Objective We aimed to evaluate the efficacies of fertility-preserving treatments on the live birth rate, remission and relapse rates for women with stage 1a grade 1 endometrial carcinoma to support patient counselling.Methods We performed a meta-analysis for our primary outcomes of overall remission and relapse rate, and for secondary analysis, we divided papers into treatment type: systemic progestins, intrauterine progestins or hysteroscopic resection and adjuvant hormonal treatment.Results Thirty-five observational studies met inclusion criteria, with a total of 624 patients. …”
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Examination of the Anaerobic Growth of Campylobacter concisus Strains by Hoyul Lee, Rena Ma, Michael C. Grimm, Stephen M. Riordan, Ruiting Lan, Ling Zhong, Mark Raftery, Li Zhang

“…The atmospheric conditions were generated using commercially available gas-generation systems. C. concisus putative virulence proteins were identified using mass spectrometry analysis. …”
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Effectiveness of Customer Relationship Management in Shopping Malls: Mall–Retailer Collaboration Empirics by Manuel García-Nieto, Juan Manuel Ramón-Jerónimo, Raquel Flórez-López

“…However, existing CRM measurement systems often overlook the integrated nature of mall and retailer relationships, limiting the assessment of CRM outcomes. …”
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Ambient intraborehole flow in a highly productive aquifer in Ljubljana, Slovenia by Janja Svetina, Joerg Prestor, Simon Mozetič, Mihael Brenčič

“…New hydrological insights for the region: The study has shown that vertical hydraulic gradients are not limited to complex multiple aquifer systems but can also occur in uniform alluvial aquifers without typical aquitard layers if hydraulic head differences exist between the upper and lower parts of the aquifer. …”
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Deurbanizing for conservation and adapting: framing ecological restoration as a nature-based solution in La Pletera salt marsh, Catalonia (Spain) by Diego Pereira Lindoso, Dani Boix, Anna Ribas, Jordi Bou, Xavier D. Quintana

“…Coastal lagoons, dune systems and halophilic ecosystems are considered as priority habitats of community interest for conservation by the European Habitats Directive. …”
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The Use of digital project management solutions by project businesses: a case study of a selected platinum mine in the Limpopo province by Kgothatso Erens Mahlo, Pete Spencer

“…It is recommended in the study that PMS developers should consider integrating with other systems that could enhance project management processes. …”
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Metal Pollution in Sun-like Stars from Destruction of Ultra–short-period Planets by Christopher E. O’Connor, Dong Lai

“…If USP engulfment is the main source of pollution among Sun-like stars, we predict a correlation between pollution and compact multiplanet systems; some 5%–10% of polluted stars should have a transiting planet of mass  ≳ 5 M _⊕ and period  ~4–12 days. …”
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Understanding the impacts of extreme heat on the mental well-being of older adults: a systematic review by Jifei Chen, Laurence L Delina

“…Furthermore, implementing adaptive strategies—such as improved access to cooling resources, robust community support systems, and comprehensive mental health services—remains essential for assisting older adults in managing these escalating risks.…”
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