Biochar-based contaminant removal: A tutorial on analytical quality assurance and best practices in batch sorption by Tellulah A. Fernando, Dinushi N. Fernando, Sameera R. Gunatilake, Chanaka Navarathna, Xuefeng Zhang

“…The accuracy and the reliability of laboratory scale biochar-based batch sorption experiments are essential for a successful transition to pilot scale applications. The accuracy in preparation of solutions, proper storage conditions, and selection of the most appropriate instrumental method and its corresponding sensitivity, selectivity, detection limits and repeatability should be assessed to ensure analytical quality assurance (QA) during the quantification of analytes. …”
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Boundary-enhanced dual-stream network for semantic segmentation of high-resolution remote sensing images by Xinghua Li, Linglin Xie, Caifeng Wang, Jianhao Miao, Huanfeng Shen, Liangpei Zhang

“…Therefore, a novel boundary-enhanced dual-stream network (BEDSN) is proposed, in which an edge detection branch stream (EDBS) with a composite loss function is introduced to compensate for boundary loss in semantic segmentation branch stream (SSBS). …”
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Optimisation of bioaerosol sampling using an ultralight aircraft: A novel approach in determining the 3-D atmospheric biodiversity by Maria P. Plaza, Athanasios Charalampopoulos, Vivien Leier-Wirtz, Pia Viuf Ørby, Mathilde Kloster, Michael Dines Christiansen, Claudia Traidl-Hoffmann, Athanasios Damialis, Ulrich Gosewinkel

“…Moreover, biomonitoring campaigns often take place in urban environments, although sources can be located outside cities’ borders with ampler vegetation. …”
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Application of deep learning for diagnosis of shoulder diseases in older adults: a narrative review by Sung Min Rhee

“…Shoulder diseases pose a significant health challenge for older adults, often causing pain, functional decline, and decreased independence. This narrative review explores how deep learning (DL) can address diagnostic challenges by automating tasks such as image segmentation, disease detection, and motion analysis. …”
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Biosynthesis of Gold Nanoparticles using Amomum subulatum and Their Catalytic Properties by Sonam Baghel, Monika Khurana

“…Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) detected the presence of functional groups on the biosynthesized AuNPs before and after reduction. …”
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The challenge of triple intestinal parasite infections in immigrants—A call for comprehensive differential diagnosis by Emmanuel Edwar Siddig, Ayman Ahmed

“…Additionally, prompt treatment with appropriate medications like praziquantel and albendazole can lead to significant improvement and successful patient outcomes. This case highlights the necessity of heightened awareness, early detection, and effective management of parasitic infections to enhance public health efforts and minimize the spread of these diseases. …”
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Diagnostic features and surgical treatment of malignant heart tumor - hemangioendothelioma: A case report by Khamidulla Zh. Buranov, Khamidulla A. Abdumadzhidov

“…We report a case of successful management of malignant right atrial tumor manifested with arrhythmias. …”
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Surgical treatment of aspergillus fumigatus spondylitis in a cirrhotic patient: a rare case report by Yunlong Zhou, Zhiqiang Liu, Hui Yu, Guiying Guo, Xing Yang, Junyu Zhang

“…Empirical anti-tuberculosis treatment was not successful. Due to the failure of medication and the formation of an epidural abscess, the decision was made to proceed with surgical treatment. …”
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Leveraging artificial intelligence for diagnosis of children autism through facial expressions by Mahmood A. Mahmood, Leila Jamel, Nazik Alturki, Medhat A. Tawfeek

“…Abstract The global population contains a substantial number of individuals who experience autism spectrum disorder, thus requiring immediate identification to enable successful intervention approaches. The authors assess the detection of autism-related learning difficulties in children by evaluating deep learning models that use transfer learning methods along with fine-tuning methods. …”
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Ultrasound assisted magnetic dispersive solid phase microextraction for Hg determination in fuel oils using inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy by Mxolisi J. Kiwanuka, Philiswa N. Nomngongo, Nomvano Mketo

“…The newly developed method was successfully applied in real crude oil, diesel oil, gasoline, and kerosene samples. …”
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A flexible generative algorithm for growing in silico placentas. by Diana C de Oliveira, Hani Cheikh Sleiman, Kelly Payette, Jana Hutter, Lisa Story, Joseph V Hajnal, Daniel C Alexander, Rebecca J Shipley, Paddy J Slator

“…The placenta is crucial for a successful pregnancy, facilitating oxygen exchange and nutrient transport between mother and fetus. …”
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Systemic Administration of Glibenclamide Fails to Achieve Therapeutic Levels in the Brain and Cerebrospinal Fluid of Rodents. by Carolina Lahmann, Holger B Kramer, Frances M Ashcroft

“…Our results therefore suggest that little glibenclamide reaches the central nervous system when given systemically, that glibenclamide is rapidly removed across the BBB when given intracranioventricularly, and that any glibenclamide that does enter (and is below our detection limit) is insufficient to influence neuronal function as assessed by anaesthesia sensitivity.…”
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Genetic incorporation of human metallothionein into the adenovirus protein IX for non-invasive SPECT imaging. by J Michael Mathis, Shilpa Bhatia, Alok Khandelwal, Imre Kovesdi, Stephen J Lokitz, Yoshi Odaka, Amol M Takalkar, Tracee Terry, David T Curiel

“…As the limits of existing treatments for cancer are recognized, clearly novel therapies must be considered for successful treatment; cancer therapy using adenovirus vectors is a promising strategy. …”
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TRIM29 Reverses Oxaliplatin Resistance of P53 Mutant Colon Cancer Cell by Guoqiong Lei, Sushun Liu, Xin Yang, Chao He

“…The oxaliplatin-resistant model of P53 mutant colon cancer cell HT29 was successfully constructed. TRIM29 physically bound with mutant P53 and retained it in the cytoplasm from the nucleus, which inhibited its transcription function of downstream genes such as MDR1. …”
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Accumulation of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids in the airway inflammatory microenvironment drives eosinophil etosis and corticosteroid resistance by Yurong Bai, Pengda Fang, Shasha Li, Zhenhao Xiao, Wenyi Chen, Wenlong Li, Xinyue Wang, Jingyuan Chen, Yue Li, Junhai Chen, Weiqiang Huang, Xin Luo, Shigeharu Ueki, Deyu Fang, Qintai Yang, Yana Zhang

“…Functional analyses were performed on purified eosinophils. …”
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TET3-facilitated differentiation of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells into oligodendrocyte precursor cells for spinal cord injury recovery by Yubo Zhang, Zhibin Peng, Man Guo, Yangyang Wang, Jingsong Liu, Yishu Liu, Mi Li, Tianli Wei, Pengfei Li, Yingwei Zhao, Yansong Wang

“…Owing to the poor regenerative capabilities of endogenous oligodendrocyte precursor cells (OPCs) following SCI, there is a growing interest in alternative sources, such as human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (HUCMSCs). …”
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Sodium citrate pretreatment enhances CAR-T cell persistence and anti-tumor efficacy through inhibition of calcium signaling by Xuechen Yin, Wenwen Chen, Xudong Ao, Luxia Xu, Jiujiu Cao, Tinghui Huang, Junqing Liang, Jianhua Hu, Jiaqi Liu, Xinping Wang, Wenying Li, Muya Zhou, Lingfeng He, Zhigang Guo

“…To further validate our observation, we also treated anti-mesothelin (MSLN) CAR-T cells with sodium citrate and detected the phenotypes and anti-tumor function of CAR-T cells.ResultsWe found that sodium citrate-pretreated anti-CD70 CAR-T cells exhibited reduced exhaustion, increased memory T cell proportions, and enhanced anti-tumor efficacy both in vitro and in vivo. …”
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Indocyanine green fluorescence to ensure perfusion in middle segment-preserving pancreatectomy: a case report by Tomohiro Iguchi, Norifumi Iseda, Kosuke Hirose, Mizuki Ninomiya, Takuya Honboh, Takashi Maeda, Fumi Sawada, Yu-ichi Tachibana, Tetsuro Akashi, Naotaka Sekiguchi, Noriaki Sadanaga, Hiroshi Matsuura

“…Insulin administration was necessary, but C-peptide was detectable and blood glucose was relatively well-controlled. …”
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An Affordable AI-Driven and 3D-Printed Personalized Myoelectric Prosthesis: Design, Development, and Assessment by Enzo Romero, Jose G. Garcia, Magno Parra, Sebastian Caballa, Alejandro M. Saldarriaga, Edson F. Luque, Dante J. Rodriguez, Victoria E. Abarca, Dante A. Elias

“…Conventional myoelectric prostheses, while offering functional restoration, have limited adaptability and high cost. …”
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Relevance of TNF-α, IL-6 and IRAK1 gene expression for assessing disease severity and therapy effects in tuberculosis patients by Ivana Buha, Vesna Škodrić-Trifunović, Tatjana Adžić-Vukičević, Aleksandra Ilić, Ana Blanka-Protić, Mihailo Stjepanovic, Marina Anđelković, Miša Vreća, Jelena Milin-Lazović, Vesna Spasovski, Sonja Pavlović

“… Introduction: Tuberculosis (TBC) is a contagious chronic respiratory disease which despite the known cause, Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), and many decades of successful therapy, remains one of the leading global health problems. …”
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