Advancing the understanding of Naegleria fowleri: Global epidemiology, phylogenetic analysis, and strategies to combat a deadly pathogen by Awadh Alanazi, Sonia Younas, Hasan Ejaz, Muharib Alruwaili, Yasir Alruwaili, Bi Bi Zainab Mazhari, Muhammad Atif, Kashaf Junaid

“…A phylogenetic analysis of 41 N. fowleri ITS-1, 5.8S, ITS-2 region-based sequences showed genotypic diversity, with genotypes II and III being the most prevalent in Asia, North America, and Europe. Effective approaches to preventing N. fowleri transmission include applying free chlorine to water in storage tanks, taking precautions while swimming, and performing ablution with sterilized water (e.g., boiled or distilled) while avoiding deep inhalation of water, especially in regions with high water contamination. …”
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Single or multiple treatments with lusutrombopag in subjects with thrombocytopenia and chronic liver disease needing an invasive procedure by Davide Scalabrini, Paolo Sciuto, Cristina Felicani, Antonia Rudilosso, Pietro Andreone

“…This article reports two different cases concerning respectively an 83-year-old female patient suffering from arterial hypertension, aneurysm of the sub-renal aorta, hepatitis C virus (HCV)-positive liver cirrhosis responsive to treatment with antiviral drugs, and a 2.0 cm diameter hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) nodule localized in the hepatic segment III and a 53-year-old female patient with HCV-positive liver cirrhosis complicated by portal hypertension with splenomegaly, thrombocytopenia, and F3 esophageal varices at high risk of bleeding. …”
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An electrolyte-gated transistor for the monitoring of a CRISPR/Cas activity by Pierre Guermonprez, Le Tu Anh, Louis Renaud, Pierre Nioche, Eric Krejci, Aurélie Alleaume-Butaux, Nicolas Battaglini, Vu Thi Thu, Sébastien Sanaur, Benoît Piro

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Exploiting somatic oncogenic driver alterations in a patient with Li-Fraumeni syndrome– paving the path towards precision medicine: a case report by Carolin Seeling, Sonja Dahlum, Ralf Marienfeld, Vera Jan, Brigitte Rack, Uwe Gerstenmaier, Ambros J. Beer, Regine Mayer-Steinacker, Wolfgang Thaiss, Thomas F. E. Barth, Thomas Seufferlein, Nadine T. Gaisa, Stephan Stilgenbauer, Wolfgang Janni, Reiner Siebert, Hartmut Döhner, Verena I. Gaidzik

“…However, there is limited evidence supporting the effectiveness of targeted therapy approaches in LFS patients. …”
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Impact of copper stress in the intestinal barriers and gut microbiota of Chinese stripe-necked turtle (Mauremys sinensis) by Zeeshan Ali, Ijaz Khan, Muhammad Shahid Iqbal, Haitao Shi, Li Ding, Meiling Hong

“…Copper is used to treat algal blooms, macrophyte infestations and other environmental issues, but its rising ambient levels harm aquatic animals, especially their intestines. However, its impact on turtles' digestive health is not well understood, and the risks are unclear. …”
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CHOLINE TRANSPORTER-RELATED 4 (CTR4) Is Involved in Drought and Saline Tolerance in Rice by Yu Shicong, Luo Ruxian, Zheng Shuqin, Ning Jing, Shi Yuanzhu, Guo Daiming, Jia Liangmeng, Wang Sen, Xiao Guizong, Guo Pengwang, Li Yang, Ma Xiaoding

“…In knockout mutants, the total membrane lipid content, especially unsaturated fatty acids, was significantly reduced. Compared with the wild type, knockout mutants exhibited decreased membrane lipid stability under drought and salt stress, faster water loss, higher relative electrolyte leakage, and lower levels of proline and soluble sugars, leading to impaired tolerance to drought and salt stress. …”
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Recognition of Blow Foraminifera Zones in the Tertiary Sediments in F- Well, Niger Delta by F.A. Lucas, O.E. Ononeme

“…Sedimentological description was carried out on 679 ditch cutting samples which aided the erection of 103 lithozones. Fifty (50) ditch cutting samples was used with the aim of establishing the Foraminiferal Biozones and age of the well. …”
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MOLECULAR AND GENETIC INSIGHTS OF ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES PATHOGENICITY: A REVIEW by Prabina Bhandari, Anjali Thapa, Anusha Ghimire, Sunil Ojha, Srijana Saud, Sanju Aryal

“…Microarray technology can provide large-scale gene expression data on plant-nematode interaction, aiding in understanding nematode selection and feeding site alteration, thereby identifying genes controlling cell differentiation and division. …”
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Assessment of the Removable Orthodontic Treatment Outcome Using Peer Assessment Rating Index by Mohammed Hussain Saleh, Omar F. Chawshli, Rebin Ali Mohammed Amin

“…Evaluation of orthodontic treatment result, aids to establish aims and reach a measurable finish for completed treatment for patients. …”
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Determination of Appropriate Thresholding Method in Segmentation Stage in Detecting Breast Cancer Cells by Adem Polat, Cihat Ediz Akbaba

“…As in all cancer types, the early detection of breast cancer is vital in terms of patients holding on to life. Today, computer-aided image processing systems play an important role in the detection of diseases. …”
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The effect of manufacturing defects and license plate on the energy efficiency of solar vehicles by Burak İpek, Mehmet Yıldız, Tunahan Akış, Aytaç Gören

“…From this perspective, the aim of this study is to investigate the effect of manufacturing defects on the aerodynamic performance of solar vehicles. …”
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Yorùbá Literary Artists on Youths and Parenthood by Olufadekemi Adagbada, Olatunde Adeleye Adeyemo, Ejitoyosi O. Salami

“… The youths of any nation are the bedrock of her development, through viable socio-political and economic contributions. …”
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Improving access to suicide prevention services through the National Suicide Prevention Framework implementation: The community level evidence-based recommendations by J C Y Nyasulu, D A Siddiqi, S Seedat, J Bantjies, M Udedi, S Gondwe, S Kambale, M Mkandawire, N Silungwe, L A Hendricks, I Maposa, J Vumu, D Skinner

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PMWFCM: A Possibility based MultiKernel Weighted Fuzzy Clustering Algorithm for classification of driving behaviors by Ning Ma, Kaijun Wu, Yubin Yuan, Jiawei Li, Xiaoqiang Wu

“…Fuzzy clustering algorithms are widely applied in the field of traffic driving, aiding in the classification of driving behaviors from massive traffic data and enhancing traffic safety levels. …”
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Variational Methods in Optical Quantum Machine Learning by Marco Simonetti, Damiano Perri, Osvaldo Gervasi

“…The computing world is rapidly evolving and advancing, with new ground-breaking technologies emerging. …”
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Stochastic Diffusive Modeling of CO₂ Emissions with Population and Energy Dynamics by Muhammad Shoaib Arif, Kamaleldin Abodayeh, Hisham M. Al-Khawar, Yasir Nawaz

“…This research contributes a robust computational tool to improve existing predictive models, aiding decision-making for long-term ecological sustainability. …”
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Geoelectric Evaluation of Groundwater Potential: A Case Study of Sabongida-Ora and Environs, Southern Nigeria by FI Chinyem

“…The data was interpreted using conventional partial curve matching and computer aided iteration techniques. Seven hybrid curve types were deduced viz: KHAHQH, KHKHA, KHAKQQ, QQHKH, HKHAA, QHKHA, and KQHKQ. …”
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Proof of concept for using banana waste based binders in sawdust briquetting: Comparative studies between raw and carbonized sawdust by Gratitude Charis, Patel Bilal, Chigondo Marko, Rusere Morgen, Maposa Munashe

“…Briquettes were produced using a gravity aided press (GAP). The mechanical and combustion properties of the briquettes were compared to assess binder effectiveness on both feedstocks as well as the extent of improvement introduced by carbonization. …”
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Efektivitas Media FlipHoot dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Pendidikan Pancasila di Sekolah Dasar by Rizkiyanti Khoirunnisa, Wawan Shokib Rondli, Fina Fakhriyah

“… Purpose – This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of FlipHoot media in enhancing learning outcomes in Pancasila Education among ten fifth-grade students at SD 3 Jojo. …”
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Linking citation and retraction data reveals the demographics of scientific retractions among highly cited authors. by John P A Ioannidis, Angelo Maria Pezzullo, Antonio Cristiano, Stefania Boccia, Jeroen Baas

“…Of 55,237 items in RWDB as of August 15, 2024, we excluded non-retractions, retractions clearly not due to any author error, retractions where the paper had been republished, and items not linkable to Scopus records. …”
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