Association between Genetic Variants and Diabetes Mellitus in Iranian Populations: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies by Mehrnoosh Khodaeian, Samaneh Enayati, Ozra Tabatabaei-Malazy, Mahsa M. Amoli

“…We thought genome wide association studies on large number of samples will be helpful in identifying diabetes susceptible genes as an alternative to studying individual candidate genes in Iranian populations.…”
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Team Assembly Mechanisms and the Knowledge Produced in the Mexico’s National Institute of Geriatrics: A Network Analysis and Agent-Based Modeling Approach by Carmen García-Peña, Luis Miguel Gutiérrez-Robledo, Augusto Cabrera-Becerril, David Fajardo-Ortiz

“…The main result of these experiments is that by modulating just one variable (homophily), we could successfully reproduce the current situation of INGER (homophily of 79%) and simulate alternative scenarios in which interdisciplinary (46%) and transdisciplinary (14%) research could be done.…”
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The effectiveness of community-wide screening for pulmonary tuberculosis: a systematic review by Susanna S. van Wyk, Ntombifuthi Blose, Lester Kapanda-Phiri, Mareli Claassens, Taryn Young

“…The review focused on interventions offering TB screening to entire communities, comparing them to standard care or alternative approaches. The main outcome assessed was microbiologically confirmed TB diagnoses, including rates and prevalence. …”
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Pulsed magnetic field modulation of solidification microstructure and self-lubricating property for ternary Al–7Bi–1Sn immiscible alloy by Shichao Liu, Shipeng Yue, Jinchuan Jie, Songsong Xu, Tingju Li

“…The refinement mechanism of the second Bi(Sn)-rich phase should be attributed to the cavitation effect caused by alternating squeezing and pulling forces, as well as the strong shear force generated by the existence of swirl flow. …”
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Mineral Characteristics and Organoleptic Properties of Musa balbisiana (Wild Banana) Pseudostem collected from San Francisco, Mainit, Surigao del Norte, Philippines and Incorporate... by G. Q. Diamola, E. C. Taer, R. J. C. Ferol, L. R. Antigro, B. C. Bagaipo

“… A patty is a crushed, compacted and flattened small cake of ground meat (beef) or fish or legumes, grains, vegetables, or meat alternatives usually fried. The objective of this paper is to evaluate the mineral characteristics and organoleptic properties of Musa balbisiana (wild banana) pseudostem collected from San Francisco, Mainit, Surigao del Norte and Philippines incorporated into patty formulations using appropriate standard procedures. …”
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Conjoint effect of nanofluids and baffles on a heat exchanger thermal performance: Numerical approach by hayder Al-Lami, Dheyaa S.J. Al-Saedi, Ali A.H. AlMaidib, Qudama Al-Yasiri

“…The numerical findings showed that employing nanofluids as an alternative working fluid to water has improved thermal properties considerably. …”
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Design of a Solar Powered Precision Irrigation System. by Othieno John Wangara

“…Flood irrigation wastes between 40 to 65 percent of the water due to factors like overtopping, runoff in the drain, rat holes in the canal bunds, evaporation from the water surface among others. [ 1] This is also accompanied by the fact that most used energy sources are fuel energy since hydro electrical energy (HEP) is not extended in most rural areas where actual agriculture is practiced and even the few rural areas having the hydroelectric power face frequent black outs thus leaving H.E.P unreliable thus fossil energy source the only alternative. These increase farming cost since the current irrigation systems use fuel energy and also have negative impacts on the environment through air, water and land pollution and its effects. …”
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Organizational Support and Employee Commitment in Public Sector: A Case Study of Kabale District Local Government, Uganda. by Nassali, Joan

“…From the study findings, it was found that the majority (51.9%) of the respondents disagreed that they receive enough pay for their work at Kabale DLG.There was a significant effect of supervisory support on affective commitment since the P-value (0.00) < 0.05, hence, the alternative hypothesis was rejected and it was concluded that “there was a relationship between supervisory support and effective commitment in Kabale District Local government.” …”
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Sustainability of Paddy Rice Farming in the Conservation of Birds in Uganda Amidst a Growing Expansion of the Rice farming Industry. by Sarah, Nachuha, Twagiramaria, Fortunate

“…There is need to introduce alternative income-generating activities and continuous sensitization of stakeholders on wise use of rice farms.…”
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Assessment of the Social-Economic Contributions of Mgahinga National Park to Local Communities in Muramba Sub-County, Kisoro District, South-Western Uganda. by Mahoro, Shallon

“…The challenges faced by people living near the National Parks were limited livelihood alternatives, increased competition on other development initiatives, inadequate innovation and human capital, crop animal raiding, prostitution and lack of mass education on conservation.The possible solutions to the challenges faced by communities near Mgahinga National park were community`s involvement in conservation activities, community-based natural resource management, ensuring environmental sustainability, practical field-based monitoring of illegal activities, use of wildlife friendly products and implementation of policies. …”
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Design and Analysis of a Serial Manipulator for Pick and Drop Objects for Material Handling at Uiri Metal Forming Workshop. by Behangana, Abert

“…The design process prioritized critical customer requirements, including maintainability, safety, usability, and adaptability. Five design alternatives human hand, jib crane, mobile crane, industrial serial manipulator, and belt conveyor were conceptualized and evaluated using a Pugh matrix against criteria such as load capacity, precision, and cost-effectiveness. …”
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Impact of Pentecostal Churches in Social- Economic Transformation of Rural Areas in Kabale District. by Bakwengye, Deus

“…Many churches have not only grown in size but have also developed infrastructures for research, training, and demonstration of alternative methods for increasing rural income. There were a number of successful Pentecostal churches that actively participated in the development of society by creating employment opportunities and livelihood for the poor section of the society on the Pentecostal churches and the economic development of Uganda’s economy particularly in Kabale district.…”
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Performance Management Innovations and Local Government Employees Performance in Kabale District: A case Study of Kabale District Local Government Administration. by Alex, Museveni

“…The study recommended that performance indicators in local governments be divided into two distinct areas, namely internal management (internal focus) and public accountability (external focus), that Policy makers at national and local level need to ensure that there are performance management systems that enable the performance of councils to be compared over time, between authorities, and with similar organizations elsewhere, Public services in districts should make more use of approaches involving benchmark competition and international comparisons, Policy makers need to consider alternative means for promoting cost-cutting innovations, that policy makers at national and local levels encourage leadership capacity and organizational culture.…”
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Structural tailoring of etoricoxib: A spectrochemical, medicinal and pharmacological study by Bakul Akter, Silvia Aishee, Abdullah Hridoy, Md. Mehedi Hasan Pulok, Mohammad Ariful Islam, Antu Biswas, Aurna Patwary, Majedul Hoque, MD. Sazidul Islam, Md. Nipatul Hasan Nirob, Faisal Islam Chowdhury, Monir Uzzaman

“…These outcomes underscore the prospect of the de novo-designed etoricoxib analogues as safer and more effective alternatives, effectively addressing the pharmacological limitations and safety concerns associated with the parent drug.…”
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Analysis of Uneven Settlement of Long-Span Bridge Foundations Based on SBAS-InSAR by Kaixuan Zhang, Weifo Xiao, Haojie Zhu, Shaowei Ning, Shenjiang Huang, Dongxing Jin, Rong A, Bhesh Raj Thapa

“…These findings demonstrate that SBAS-InSAR technology can effectively capture complex bridge foundation deformation processes, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional monitoring methods. This advancement in bridge monitoring technology could enable more widespread and frequent assessment of bridge foundation stability, ultimately improving infrastructure safety management.…”
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Staphylococcal skin infection isolates from dogs without recent antibiotic exposure are 100% susceptible to clindamycin by W. Cooper Brookshire, Larry D. Ballard, Vernon C. Langston, Joo Youn Park, Keun-Seok Seo

“…If systemic antibiotics are indicated in these patients with this clinical history and presentation, clindamycin should be considered as first-line therapy, owing to its 100% susceptibility in this antibiogram and less selection pressure for antibiotic resistant bacteria, compared to alternatives such as cephalosporins.…”
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Effect of pocket compression device on pocket hematoma after cardiac implantable electronic device implantation by Narawudt Prasertwitayakij, Jakkapun Yanyongmathe, Natnicha Pongbangli, Teerapat Nantsupawat, Siriluck Gunaparn, Cheeranun Pisespongsa, Chanya Tawaditap, Arintaya Phrommintikul, Wanwarang Wongcharoen

“…The novel pocket compression device showed comparable efficacy to conventional methods, suggesting it as a viable alternative for reducing post-procedural complications without additional adverse effects. …”
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Menstrual Hygiene Awareness, Practices and Health Implications Among Adolescent Girls in Ukpom Abak, Akwa Ibom State, South-South Nigeria by Ekpin VI, Johnson OE, Ukpong DE, Akpan EB, Obimah S, Udo ME, Bassey CD, Uyoho PE, Inemesit AE

“…Results: The mean age of the respondents was 12 ± 0.95. Alternatively, 12 (standard deviation = 0.95). Most participants were aware of menstruation before menarche (79.9%), with mothers being the primary source of information (42.6%). …”
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Fabrication, In Vitro, and In Vivo Assessment of Eucalyptol-Loaded Nanoemulgel as a Novel Paradigm for Wound Healing by Anis Rehman, Muhammad Iqbal, Barkat A. Khan, Muhammad Khalid Khan, Bader Huwaimel, Sameer Alshehri, Ali H. Alamri, Rami M. Alzhrani, Deena M. Bukhary, Awaji Y. Safhi, Khaled M. Hosny

“…The results suggest that the formulated optimized dosage showed optimum stability, and it can be considered an effective wound healing alternative.…”
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Biotechnology of Lactulose Production: Progress, Challenges, and Prospects by Svetlana A. Ryabtseva, Andrey G. Khramtsov, Maria A. Shpak, Alexey D. Lodygin, Georgy S. Anisimov, Serafima N. Sazanova, Yulia A. Tabakova

“…Enzymatic methods offer a more sustainable alternative and require more moderate processing conditions. …”
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