Discriminating Analysis of Metal Ions via Multivariate Curve Resolution–Alternating Least Squares Applied to Silver Nanoparticle Sensor by Andrea Rossi, Massimiliano Cuccioloni, Francesco Pellegrino, Rita Giovannetti, Eugenio Alladio

“…In this work, we performed multivariate curve resolution–alternating least squares analysis of UV-Vis raw spectra received by a colorimetric sensor constructed on mercaptoundecanoic acid functionalized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs@11MUA) to detect Cd²⁺, Cu²⁺, Mn²⁺, Ni²⁺, and Zn²⁺ in water. …”
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Correction: Double-blind randomized N-of-1 trial of transcranial alternating current stimulation for mal de débarquement syndrome. by PLOS ONE Staff

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Why Current Doppler Ultrasound Methodology Is Inaccurate in Assessing Cerebral Venous Return: The Alternative of the Ultrasonic Jugular Venous Pulse by Paolo Zamboni

“…In an attempt to improve accuracy, several authors alternatively measured the flow rate, based on the product of the time average velocity with the cross-sectional area (CSA). …”
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Contrast-Enhanced CT May Be a Diagnostic Alternative for Gastroesophageal Varices in Cirrhosis with and without Previous Endoscopic Variceal Therapy by Qianqian Li, Ran Wang, Xiaozhong Guo, Hongyu Li, Xiaodong Shao, Kexin Zheng, Xiaolong Qi, Yingying Li, Xingshun Qi

“…Liver fibrosis blood tests, platelet count/spleen diameter ratio (PSR), and contrast-enhanced CT are diagnostic alternatives for gastroesophageal varices, but they have heterogeneous diagnostic performance among different study populations. …”
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Sustainable alternative of palm wine analogue from different tiger nut milk-sugar syrup blends for local production by Adindu O. Onyeodili, Gabriel I. Okafor, Chigozie F. Okoyeuzu, Onyekachukwu Chukwuebuka Nduka, Queency N. Okechukwu, Mouandhe Imamou Hassani, Szymon Juchniewicz, Katarzyna Leicht, Charles Odilichukwu R. Okpala, Małgorzata Korzeniowska, Raquel P.F. Guiné

“…Besides, tiger nut milk (Kunuaya) is among the non-alcoholic refreshing drinks with dairy appearance. A sustainable alternative could therefore emerge from blends of tiger nut milk and sugar syrup to serve a resembling role as palm wine. …”
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Enhancement of CD8+T cell cytotoxicity activity by IFN-α implies alternative pathologic role in systemic lupus erythematosus by Chen-xing Zhang, You-ying Mao, Yu-pin Tan, Mei-yu Zhang, Kang Shao, Shu-jun Wang, Ping Ji, Jia-yuan Wang, Lei Yin, Ying Wang

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Montelukast as an Alternative to Low-Dose Inhaled Corticosteroids in the Management of Mild Asthma (The SIMPLE Trial): An Open-Label Effectiveness Trial by R Andrew McIvor, Alan Kaplan, Caroline Koch, John S Sampalis

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Using agent-based modelling to simulate the emission reduction potential of CCUS technologies in China under alternative policy packages by Changgen Dong, Zhuoluo Sun, Jingjing Jiang, Yang Yang

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Essential oils used in the poultry industry: Would it be an effective green alternative against Salmonella spp. dissemination and antimicrobial resistance? by Heitor Leocádio de Souza Rodrigues, Isis Mari Miyashiro Kolososki, Valdinete Pereira Benevides, Mauro M.S. Saraiva, Angelo Berchieri Junior

“…Due to the increasing emergence of antimicrobial-resistant strains of Salmonella spp. isolated from poultry, and the global trend towards reducing antimicrobial use in food-producing animals, alternatives to these drugs are being sought. Among these alternatives, the antimicrobial action of essential oils (EOs) stands out. …”
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A successful case of vascular hitch procedure in adulthood: A simpler alternative for the vascular obstruction of the pyelo-ureteral junction by El Abidi Hamza, Ibrahimi Ahmed, Lakssir Jihad, Tariqi Reda, Mikou Mohamed Ali, Boualaoui Imad, El Sayegh Hashem, Nouini Yassine

“…Congenital obstruction of the upper urinary tract is often caused by the pyeloureteral junction syndrome, the lower polar vessel being the most common extrinsic etiology.We report on a case that was successfully treated using the Vascular HITCH, an alternative method with lower morbidity than Anderson and Hynes pyeloplasty considered the gold standard procedure.Our objective is to outline the aforementioned method and illustrate its ease of use and possible efficacy in carefully chosen adult patients.A very specific set of patients who meet pre- and post-operative criteria are required for vascular HITCH. …”
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A Generalized Alternative Theorem of Partial and Generalized Cone Subconvexlike Set-Valued Maps and Its Applications in Linear Spaces by Zhi-Ang Zhou, Jian-Wen Peng

“…Secondly, a generalized alternative theorem of the partial and generalized cone subconvexlike set-valued map was presented. …”
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A Continuous Deviation-Flow Location Problem for an Alternative-Fuel Refueling Station on a Tree-Like Transportation Network by Sang Jin Kweon, Seong Wook Hwang, Jose A. Ventura

“…Due to the increasing popularity of alternative-fuel (AF) vehicles in the last two decades, several models and solution techniques have been recently published in the literature to solve AF refueling station location problems. …”
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Mitigating CaCO3 crystal nucleation and growth through continuous ion displacement via alternating electric fields by Yiming Liu, Minhao Xiao, Xiaochuan Huang, Jane Park, Matthew E. Hoffman, Yuren Feng, Alicia Kyoungjin An, Qilin Li, Eric M. V. Hoek, David Jassby

“…., heat exchangers, pipes, membranes, etc.) in contact with super-saturated fluids. Applying alternating currents (AC) to such surfaces can prevent surface crystallization under certain conditions. …”
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Low Cost Skin Segmentation Scheme in Videos Using Two Alternative Methods for Dynamic Hand Gesture Detection Method by Eman Thabet, Fatimah Khalid, Puteri Suhaiza Sulaiman, Razali Yaakob

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PREVENTING VIOLENCE CRIMES (KIDNAPPING, ARMED ROBBERY, BRIGANDAGE OR COMMUNITY MASSACRE) WITH DRONES: AN EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE TO VEHICULAR PATROLS IN NIGERIA by BABALOLA SUNDAY EMMANUEL

“…The study examined prevention of violent crimes with drones as an effective alternative to vehicular patrols in Nigeria. The specific objectives were to determine the impact of drones in the prevention of kidnapping, armed robbery, and communal killings in Nigeria. …”
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Comparisons of transcranial alternating current stimulation and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment therapy for insomnia: a pilot study by Yifei Zhu, Kai Yuan, Yongjian Guo, Jiayi Liu, Xumeng Zhao, Xiaoyang Liu, Lirong Yue, Xiaona Sheng, Dahua Yu, Ziqiang Shao

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Gasification of Municipal Solid Waste as an Alternative Municipal Solid Waste Management: A Case Study of Kabale Kigezi District. by Kijjambu, Isaac Newton

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Accelerated symptom improvement in Parkinson’s disease via remote internet-based optimization of deep brain stimulation therapy: a randomized controlled multicenter trial by Alireza Gharabaghi, Sergiu Groppa, Marta Navas-Garcia, Alfons Schnitzler, Laura Muñoz-Delgado, Vicky L. Marshall, Jessica Karl, Lin Zhang, Ramiro Alvarez, Mary S. Feldman, Michael J. Soileau, Lan Luo, S. Elizabeth Zauber, Benjamin L. Walter, Chengyuan Wu, Hong Lei, Damian M. Herz, Ming-Hua Chung, Yagna Pathak, Bram Blomme, Binith Cheeran, Corneliu Luca, Daniel Weiss

“…We aimed to evaluate whether DBS patients achieve clinical benefit more rapidly by incorporating remote internet-based adjustment (RIBA) of stimulation parameters into the continuum of care. …”
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Can the internet based intervention ‘strategies for empowering activities in everyday life’ support people with cognitive difficulties to self-manage digital work and everyday life? by Monika Lindberg, Maria Ranner, Lars Jacobsson, Eva Månsson Lexell, Maria Larsson-Lund

“…To address this need, the internet-based intervention ‘Strategies for Empowering Activities in Everyday Life’ (SEE 2.0) was tested.Aim To explore and describe how SEE can support the development of self-management in people with cognitive difficulties who engage in digital work and other occupations in everyday life.Material and methods A qualitative, descriptive case study included four participants with cognitive difficulties due to neurological disorders who participated in SEE. …”
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Kuzeydoğu Anadolu Bölgesi’ndeki 0-8 Yaş Grubu Çocukların İnternet Kullanımı ve Bu Kapsamda Ebeveyn Arabuluculuğu: Nitel Bir Araştırma by Sait Sinan Atılgan, Duygu Özsoy

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