Long-term Measurements of PM2.5 Concentrations in Lubbock, Texas by Mary C. Kelley, Mallory M. Brown, Clifford B. Fedler, Karin Ardon-Dryer

“…Abstract Aerosol particles, such as PM2.5 (particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter ≤ 2.5 µm), are an important yet variable component of our atmosphere; their presence defines the air quality and profoundly affects human health. …”
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Skeletal Muscle Lymphoma Presenting with Chronic Compartment Syndrome of Leg after Trauma by Jhong-You Li, Chung-Liang Li, Chun-Kuan Lu

“…A 62-year-old woman sought medical attention due to a one-month history of painful left lower leg swelling and paresthesia of the medial side of the foot after falling over. …”
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Effects of Different Ratios of Mixed Silage of Licorice Stems and Leaves and Whole Corn on Fermentation Quality, Microbial Diversity, and Aerobic Stability by Qifeng Gao, Yuliang Sun, Limin Tang, Haonan Liu, Chenchen Yang, Yulan Ren, Fangpeng Liu, Chunying Jia, Houjun Yu, Tao Jiang

“…In summary, the mixed silage from the G5Y5 group exhibits the highest nutritional value, attributed to its superior fermentation quality. Additionally, the microbial diversity and uniformity in the G5Y5 group are enhanced, resulting in a more stable fermentation environment and optimal aerobic stability.…”
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Is a viable hemp industry in Florida’s future? by Trent Blare, Martha Rivera, Fredy H. Ballen, Zachary Brym

“…Industrial hemp appears to be an attractive alternative, as the 2018 Farm Bill permitted its production. …”
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Synchronization of chaotic optomechanical system with plasmonic cavity for secured quantum communication by Mulubirhan Dangish, Abebe Belay Gemta, Alemayehu Getahun Kumela, Umer Sherefedin, Ruth Birhanu

“…In addition, using Lyapunov chaotic attractors, we demonstrated that the localized surface plasmons significantly boost the strength of the electromagnetic field within the strongly influenced cavity mode and effectively synchronize the two modes through a coherent phase relationship with minimal error. …”
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Characteristics and Dynamics of Full Arch Distalization Using Transpalatal Arches with Midpalatal and Interradicular Miniscrews as Temporary Anchorage Devices: A Preliminary Finite... by Mashallah Khanehmasjedi, Sepideh Bagheri, Vahid Rakhshan, Mojtaba Hasani

“…In comparison with micromotion and stress distribution of miniscrews, in Model 1, maximum stress and micromotion is observed at the head of the miniscrew where it is attached to the spring. Of course, this amount of micromotion increases over time. …”
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A Mathematical Model for the Within-Host Dynamics of Malaria Parasite with Adaptive Immune Responses by Jemal Muhammed Ahmed, Getachew Tashome Tilahun, Shambel Tadesse Degefa

“…The model includes six compartments, namely, the uninfected red blood cells, infected red blood cells, merozoites, gametocytes, cytotoxic T cells immune response, and antibodies immune response, which are activated in the host to attack the parasite. We establish the well-posedness and biological feasibility of the model in terms of proving the non-negativity and boundedness of solutions. …”
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The impact of the ursodeoxycholic acid as monotherapy and in the combination with the lactulose on the biochemical blood tests values of the nonalcoholic steatohepatitis patients by I. V. Mayev, Yu. A. Kucheryavyy, S. V. Morozov, M. G. Saidullayeva, M. L. Akhtayeva, N. Yu. Stukova, E. A. Krasnyakova

“…The aim was to assess the impact of the 90-day therapy with Ursoliv® drug (20 mg/kg per day of the UDCA and 25 mg/kg per day of the lactulose) on the biochemical blood tests values of the NASH patients in comparison with the Ursosan® drug (20 mg/kg per day of UDCA).Мaterials and methods. 60 patients with the NASH were included into the open randomized prospective comparative study without applying control. …”
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The Clinical Outcome of Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion and Laminectomy for Single-level Lumbar Canal Stenosis with Grade 1 and 2 Spondylolisthesis by Ashok Sharma, Tarachand Suthar, Mudit Mathur, Vishnu Mittal, Shiv Bhagwan Sharma, Gaurav Mehta

“…Initial management of lower back pain includes anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesics, physiotherapy, and epidural steroid infiltration. Despite multiple attempts of conservative management, if a patient develops refractory radicular pain with or without neurologic deficit and claudication, surgery is indicated. …”
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Risk factors and consequences of traumatic brain injury in a Swiss male population cohort by Jean-Bernard Daeppen, Gerhard Gmel, Joseph Studer, Valentin Petre Matei, Alina Elena Rosca, Alexandru Neculai Pavel, Radu Mihai Paun

“…Previous TBI was significantly associated with nicotine dependence (OR=1.46, 95% CI 1.16 to 1.83), depression (OR=2.16, 95% CI 1.56 to 2.99) and aggression-hostility (B=0.14, 95% CI >0.00 to 0.28) at FU2.Conclusion Low educational attainment and depression are the most significant risk factors associated with increased odds of future TBI, while depression, nicotine dependence and high aggression-hostility are the main consequences of previous TBI. …”
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Analysis of a cancer dormancy model and control of immuno-therapy by Ben Sheller, Domenico D'Alessandro

“…By using Lyapunov stability theory we estimate the region of attraction of this equilibrium and propose two control laws which are able to stabilize the system effectively, improving the results of [16]. …”
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Maternal-neonatal care with an ancestral approach by Liliana Alexandra Ríos García, Angélica Salomé Herrera Molina, Viviana del Rocío Mera Herrera, Mayra Carola León Insuasty, Yuleydi Alcaide Guardado, Jacobo Cambil Martín

“…<br /><strong>Results:</strong> 74 % have attended between 10 and 49 births at home and the same percentage reported having kits for childbirth care. …”
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Dynamic Behavior of Fault Slip Induced by Stress Waves by Guang-an Zhu, Lin-ming Dou, Yang Liu, Zhen-guo Su, Hui Li, Yong Kong, Zhen-lei Li

“…This technique is able to reduce the stress concentration and increase the attenuation of dynamic load by fracturing the structure of coal and rock. …”
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GC-MS analysis, antimicrobial and antiulcer evaluations of ginger-infused virgin coconut oil by Ibeabuchi Jude Ali, Okorie Ndidiamaka H, Adonu Cyril C, Omeh Romanus C, Obidiegwu Onyeka C, Okonkwo Raymond M, Okafor Judith O, Okoye Festus BC

“…The acute toxicity study of GIVCO is atoxic. The antiulcer activity demonstrated a dose-dependent effect; at 100 mg/ml, the GIVCO protected the intestine with a %UI of 80 and 63 for ethanol and indomethacin model against the standard omeprazole with 50% UI. …”
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Application of the Gordon Loeb model to security investment metrics: a proposal by Maria Francesca Carfora, Albina Orlando

“…The consequences of a cyber attack can be quite severe. Investing in security to mitigate the impact of such risks is a crucial task, both in terms of the frequency and the severity of cyber incidents. …”
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The Gut Microbiome Profile in Obesity: A Systematic Review by Olga Castaner, Albert Goday, Yong-Moon Park, Seung-Hwan Lee, Faidon Magkos, Sue-Anne Toh Ee Shiow, Helmut Schröder

“…Among the vast quantity of factors attributed to obesity, environmental, dietary, lifestyle, genetic, and others, the microbiome has aroused curiosity, and the scientific community has published many original articles. …”
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Geopolitical competition of great powers in the Arctic by E. S. Karsanova

“…Particular attention is paid to the reasons for the competition of great powers for primacy in the Arctic. …”
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Analisis Konflik Lalu Lintas Pada Simpang Tak Bersinyal, Studi Kasus Simpang Empat Ganting Padang by Bayu Martanto Adji, Rayhandara Putra Suhenda

“…Pengambilan video dilakukan Pada lokasi penelitian hari libur dan hari kerja ditinjau pada pukul 17.15–17.30 WIB dan pukul 11.00-11.15 WIB menghasilkan 130 kejadian konflik pada hari libur yang terbagi atas 83 serious conflict dan 48 non serious conflict, pada hari kerja yang terbagi atas 30 serious conflict dan 67 non serious conflict. …”
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Soil quality indicator-based land productivity modelling for agricultural sustainability. by Ibraheem A H Yousif, Ali Abdel Hamid, Abdalsamad A Aldabaa, Sayed A Hassanein, Nazih Y Rebouh, Elsayed Said Mohamed, Mohamed S Shokr

“…Well evaluated and managed soil is one of the most significant resources that can assist close the gap between supply and demand for food to attain food security. A precise assessment of land productivity (LP) is essential for sustainable land use management. …”
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ANALISIS PENGADAAN ALAT KESEHATAN DI RUMAH SAKIT UMUM DAERAH PADANG PARIAMAN TAHUN 2017 by Jon Kenedi, Dasman Lanin, Zulkarnain Agus

“…Hasil penelitian ini dari komponen input, kebijakan atau SOP belum ada, tenaga dari sisi kuantitas belum mencukupi, dana perlu ditingkatkan anggaranya terutama yang bersumber dari APBD, sarana prasarana belum ada. …”
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