Life Cycle Assessment of Key Mediterranean Agricultural Products at the Farm Level Using GHG Measurements by Georgios Bartzas, Maria Doula, Konstantinos Komnitsas

“…With the use of a cradle-to-gate approach six environmental impact categories, more specifically acidification potential (AP), eutrophication potential (EP), global warming potential (GWP), ozone depletion potential (ODP), photochemical ozone creation potential (POCP), and cumulative energy demand (CED) as energy-based indicator are assessed. The functional unit used is 1 ha of cultivated land. Any potential carbon offsets from mitigation practices are assessed through an integrated low-carbon certification framework and the use of innovative, site-specific technologies. …”
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Exploring the role of tumor to background parenchymal ratio of the [18F]FLT PET/CT measures in determining response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy in breast cancer: a multicenter stud... by Alisa Mohebbi, Fatemeh Asli, Saeed Mohammadzadeh, Ali Abbasian Ardakani, Seyed Mohammad Tavangar, Afshin Mohammadi

“…Methods This retrospective analysis utilized prospectively collected data from the multicenter ACRIN 6688 observational trial. …”
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Significance of Gelsolin Superfamily Genes in Diagnosis, Prognosis and Immune Microenvironment Regulation for Endometrial Cancer by Senwei Jiang, Minjuan Ye, Jing Wan, Qingjian Ye, Suli Qiu, Yuebo Yang, Xiaomao Li

“…Results We found that high expressions of CAPG, AVIL, and SVIL were associated with poor prognosis, while high expressions of GSN and FLII were linked to better outcomes in EC. Functional enrichment analysis indicated the involvement of gelsolin superfamily members in pathways related to estrogen response, MYC targets, epithelial–mesenchymal transition, TGF beta signaling, MTORC1 signaling, oxidative phosphorylation, inflammatory response, and IL6‐JAK‐STAT3 signaling. …”
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Life Cycle Assessment Comparison of Orchard Tractors Powered by Diesel and Hydrogen Fuel Cell by Salvatore Martelli, Valerio Martini, Francesco Mocera, Aurelio Soma’

“…This article presents a comparative analysis, according to different impact categories, of the life cycle impacts of a traditional diesel-powered tractor and a fuel-cell hybrid tractor, designed considering operative requirements and functional constraints. …”
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A longitudial study of a neuropsychological rehabilitation program in Alzheimer's disease Estudo longitudinal de um programa de reabilitação neuropsicológica dirigido a pacientes c... by Jacqueline Abrisqueta-Gomez, Fabiola Canali, Vera L.D. Vieira, Ana Cristina P. Aguiar, Carmen S.C. Ponce, Sonia M. Brucki, Orlando F.A. Bueno

“…The aim of our intervention was to do practical work with implicit and explicit residual memory by training them in everyday life activities, and using compensatory strategies and their intact cognitive abilities. RESULTS: Analysis of quantitative NE data (descriptive measures) after the first year of NRP showed cognitive improvement, functional stabilization and fewer behavioral problems. …”
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Significant association of hyperandrogenism and insulin resistance with the epigenetic alterations in PPARG1 gene in granulosa cells of PCOS females by Zahra Dashti, Vahid Razban, Jafar Fallahi, Mohammad ebrahim Parsanezhad, Shayesteh Mehdinejadiani, Nasrin Ghasemi

“…The methylation status of the PPARG1 gene was assessed using MS-PCR, and qRT-PCR was employed to quantify PPARG1 mRNA expression. Results Analysis of the data revealed significant differences in PPARG1 gene methylation among the four patient groups. …”
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Neonatal Microcephaly and Central Nervous System Abnormalities During the Zika Outbreak in Rio de Janeiro by Marlos Melo Martins, Roberto de Andrade Medronho, Carlos Eduardo Raymundo, Arnaldo Prata-Barbosa, Antonio José Ledo Alves da Cunha

“…This retrospective cohort study analyzed 7870 pregnant women, including 2269 with confirmed Zika virus (ZIKV) infection and 5601 without Zika infection, along with their fetuses and newborns. Data were sourced from multiple databases in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. …”
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Lumbar spondylolysis: tactical approaches, indications and types of surgical interventions, treatment results. A systematic review by A.V. Evsyukov, O.G. Prudnikova, E.A. Matveev, M.S. Strebkova

“…To analyze the literature data on treatment tactics for patients with spondylolysis of the lumbar vertebrae, and to determine indications for surgical treatment, types of surgical interventions, criteria for assessing treatment results, complications and rehabilitation after treatment. …”
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Environmental impact assessment of maize cultivation system considering different irrigation methods by Filippo Vigo, Michele Zoli, Daniela Lovarelli, Jacopo Bacenetti

“…One ton of ear maize silage at 48% moisture content was selected as functional unit and a “from cradle to farm gate” was considered as system boundary . …”
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Research on the suitability of production, living and ecological space development in Duolun County, Inner Mongolia by Dongchang Liu, Aruhan, Aruhan, Sai Na

“…This research focuses on Duolun County in Inner Mongolia, utilizing meteorological and soil data from 2000 to 2020. Advanced statistical models, including geographically weighted regression and spatial autocorrelation analysis, were employed to systematically analyze the spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of PLES development suitability and spatial conflicts. …”
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Outcomes of cemented and uncemented stem fixation in Vancouver B1 periprosthetic femur fractures treated with locking plates by Sezer Astan, Orhan Balta

“…The uncemented group showed earlier mobilization and better functional outcomes. In the cemented group, significantly longer healing time for PFF (p = 0.017), and increased blood loss (p < 0.001) were observed. …”
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Concept of choosing of physical rehabilitation programs for patients with coronary artery disease by N. P. Lyamina, E. S. Karpova

“…To determine the feasibility of complex approach for the determination of individual tolerance to physical activity based on functional and biochemical markers, in order to choose an effective program of physical rehabilitation for patients with non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTEACS) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).Material and methods. …”
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Reliability of the Cutting Alignment Scoring Tool (CAST) to Assess Trunk and Limb Alignment During a 45-Degree Side-Step Cut by Lauren S Butler, Eryn K Milian, Amie DeVerna, Kevin Latz, Henry B Ellis, Alexa R Martinez, Kristin Hayden, Christian Gerstenkorn, Sara C Carpenito, Charles W Wyatt, Dai Sugimoto

“…However, its clinical utility is limited due to cost, operating expertise, and lengthy data processing time. Numerous qualitative scoring systems have been introduced to assess trunk and lower extremity biomechanics during functional tasks. …”
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Renal sodium handling and blood pressure changes in gestational protein-restricted offspring: Role of renal nerves and ganglia neurokinin expression. by Augusto H Custódio, Marcelo C de Lima, Bárbara Vaccari, Patrícia A Boer, José A R Gontijo

“…Male NP or LP offspring underwent bilateral surgical renal denervation before the 8-week renal functional test and blood pressure measurements. Immunofluorescence staining in DRG cells was assessed in optical sections by confocal laser scanning microscope.…”
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Vanadium remediation from polluted wastewater using a novel non-conventional adsorbent by Manar Banwan Hasan, Suha Anwer Ibrahim, Nisreen Mizher Rahmah, Thekra Atta Ibrahim, Alaa Hani Alminshid, Mohammed Nsaif Abbas

“…Morphological characterization of the material indicated that the buckthorn leaves contained multiple functional groups that contributed effectively to the capture of vanadium ions from the contaminated solution, according to Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) analysis. …”
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Albumin Levels before Therapy and Clinicopathological Parameters of Lung Cancer Patients by Erna Kusumawardhani, Nor Fiayanti Hadiani

“…Highlights • A notable finding was the significant relationship between albumin levels and ECOG scores, emphasizing the potential of albumin as an indicator of functional status in lung cancer patients. • The research provided a comprehensive analysis of the correlation between albumin levels and various clinicopathological conditions.   …”
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EXTRAOSSEOUS ABNORMALITIES AND ARTIFACTS IN SKELETAL SCINTIGRAPHY by S. P. Mironov, A. A. Ansheles, D. N. Shulgin, V. B. Sergienko

“…First category included anatomical and functional changes in the urinary system (kidney location anomalies and nonobstructive uropathies). …”
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Internal Migration as a Scientometric Stress Factor - a Study of the Dynamics of Changes in Affiliations of Scientists of Borys Grinchenko Kyiv Metropolitan University by Kubko Anastasiia

“…The research methodology is based on systemic and structural approaches, on the methods of comparative, logical and structural-functional analysis. The results of the study demonstrated that the migration factor, in particular - internal migration, has been present among scientists in Ukraine since the beginning of the state’s existence; during the period of the full-scale invasion of Russia, there is an increase in internal migration processes, which correlates with a drop in the publishing activity of scientists and scientific teams; the tendency to change affiliation correlates with the growth of the scientific degree. …”
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Perceptual link between inadequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) stressors and common mental symptoms in Ethiopian health workers: A qualitative study. by Yitagesu Habtu, Abera Kumie, Medhine Selamu, Hidenori Harada, Morie Kaneko, Mirgissa Kaba, Eshetu Girma

“…<h4>Results</h4>Four themes emerged from the data based on the guiding theoretical models relevant to the research questions. …”
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Agonist-Antagonist Coactivation Enhances Corticomotor Excitability of Ankle Muscles by Trisha M. Kesar, Andrew Tan, Steven Eicholtz, Kayilan Baker, Jiang Xu, Joanna T. Anderson, Steven L. Wolf, Michael R. Borich

“…Fourteen able-bodied participants (11 females, age: 26.1±4.1 years) completed one experimental session; data from 12 individuals were included in the analysis. …”
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