Heterogeneity analysis provides evidence for a genetically homogeneous subtype of bipolar-disorder. by Caroline C McGrouther, Aaditya V Rangan, Arianna Di Florio, Jeremy A Elman, Nicholas J Schork, John Kelsoe, Bipolar Disorder Working Group of the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium

“…Because of the variability in how phenotypic data was collected by the various BD studies over the years, homogenizing this subphenotypic data is a challenging task, and so is replication. An alternative methodology, taken here, is to set aside the intricacies of subphenotype and allow the genetic data itself to determine which subjects define a homogeneous genetic subgroup (termed 'bicluster' below).…”
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Processing, characterisation and oxidation resistance of βNiAl bond coat: Al and Zr effects by Chandio A.D., Shaikh A.A., Salman W., Ahmed H.

“…However, it is desirable to minimize its production and material costs by the low-cost alternatives of similar performance. It has been acknowledged that the small concentration of the reactive elements (REs), such as Zr, Hf, and Y, could tremendously enhance the oxide adhesion even in some cases better than Pt modified counterparts. …”
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Linear dimensional changes and surface hardness of acetal resin in different periods of artificial saliva immersion in comparison with heat cure acrylic. by Sura S. Khalid, Widad A. AL-Nakkash

“…The acetal group exhibited higher surface hardness mean value (92.90); while the acrylic group exhibited a lower mean value (74.53) Conclusion: Acetal resin can be used with limitation as an alternative to acrylic denture base in removable partial and complete dentures. …”
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Nutritional and Sensory Properties of Formulated Biscuits Supplemented with Vernonia amygdalina Del Leaves And Heteroclarias Spp Viscera Oil by Omolola Soji-Omoniwa, Omolade Bosede Olugbenga, Phoebe Adedamola Adewuyi, Olatunji Peter Ajao, Daniel Olasunkanmi Awe, Pelumi Zecharaiah Olawale, Khadijah Adedolapo Badmos, Jubril Akinpelumi Omotosho

“…<p>The high prevalence of nutrition-related health issues has spurred a growing interest in developing healthier snack alternatives. The aim of this study therefore was to develop and assess the sensory as well as the nutritional properties of biscuits supplemented with <em>Vernonia</em> <em>amygdalina</em> leaf (VA) and <em>Heteroclarias</em> spp viscera oil.  …”
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Therapeutic Effects of the Combination of Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) on Cisplatin-Induced Nephrotoxicity by Eman Aly Khalifa, Ahmed Nabil Ahmed, Khalid Shaaban Hashem, Ahmad Gad Allah

“…However, despite intense efforts to develop less toxic and equally effective alternatives, cisplatin continues to be widely prescribed. …”
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Deletion of pagL and arnT genes involved in LPS structure and charge modulation in the Salmonella genome confer reduced endotoxicity and retained efficient protection against wild-... by Ram Prasad Aganja, Jun Kwon, Amal Senevirathne, John Hwa Lee

“…The novel detoxified SG strains, particularly JOL3016, offer a promising alternative to existing vaccines for FT. They provide effective protection with minimal impact on poultry growth, thereby minimising the risks associated with reversion and endotoxicity. …”
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Experimental Investigation of Heat-Damaged RC Slender Spiral Columns Repaired with CFRP Rope by Ahmed M. Ashteyat, Ala’ Taleb Obaidat

“…However, due to the difficulty of wrapping CFRP strips spirally around an RC spiral column, a flexible CFRP rope material has been developed as an alternative, which will be used as a spiral hoop for repairing circular columns. …”
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Effect of Yoga on Blood Pressure in Prehypertension: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Janhavi Sandeep Khandekar, Vanamala Lakshmi Vasavi, Vijay Pratap Singh, Stephen Rajan Samuel, S. G. Sudhan, Bidita Khandelwal

“…A significant reduction in secondary outcomes was observed, except for HDL values in lipid profile which showed a gradual increase in yoga group in comparison with alternative therapy. Conclusion. Yoga therapy has shown to be significant in the reduction of systolic and diastolic pressure in prehypertensive population. …”
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Geopolitical position of Serbia after the beginning of the war in Ukraine: Neutrality and strategic deterrence in a crisis context by Gajić Aleksandar

“…Serbia also wants to preserve the current supply of cheap energy resources for its internal needs from the Russian Federation, because it has no real alternative for them. While remaining military neutral, Serbia also needs to increase its deterrence capabilites: the tightening of relations with certain neighbors increases not only the conflict potential, that is, the possible threat of the use of force, but also requires approaches of using "extended deterrence" with a necessary increase in independent forms of hard, military power, that is, additional investment in increasing one's own combat capacities, which would achieve the maximum achievable deterrence effect. …”
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Nutrient Composition of Stiff Porridge made from Carrots and Eggplant Flour and its Nutritional Benefit to Elderly. by Ozioma C. Azubuike, Adaeze L. Nwaigwe, Uju B. Ejinkeonye, Glory M. Nwakpadolu

“…This study concluded that the potentials of eggplant and carrot as useful alternatives in the production of stiff porridge for healthy family feeding in Umuahia North Local Government Area in Abia State. …”
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Effect of phenylbutazone administration on the enteroinsular axis in horses with insulin dysregulation by Kate L. Kemp, Jazmine E. Skinner, François‐René Bertin

“…On Day 9 of treatment, an OGT was conducted, followed by a 10‐day washout period, administration of the alternative treatment, and repetition of the OGT. Glucose‐dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), and active glucagon‐like peptide 1 and 2 (aGLP‐1 and GLP‐2) concentrations were determined by ELISA. …”
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A Seizure Attributed to Ofloxacine in a Woman Undergoing Detoxification for Alcohol Dependence by Pierre Lahmek, Laurent Michel, Nadine Meunier, Henri-Jean Aubin

“…In the present case, the seizure could be attributed in all probability to taking ofloxacin; since she had no previous history of seizures, she did not present an alcohol withdrawal syndrome, benzodiazepine treatment was not modified, the seizure occurred 48 h after taking ofloxacin, but seven days after stopping drinking, no alternative aetiologies for the seizure could be identified and no seizure recurrence was reported over the following seven months. …”
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Differences in the movement phase condition and sensory inputs on temporal synchronization and continuation during bilateral foot-tapping tasks by Atsuki Numata, Yasuo Terao, Kenichi Sugawara, Yoshikazu Ugawa, Toshiaki Furubayashi

“…Taps were performed with either unilateral foot or, in the case of bilateral movements, with both feet, either simultaneously (in-phase) or alternately for bilateral movements (antiphase). The synchronizing tapping error and the inter-tap interval (ITI) were evaluated. …”
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Inhibitory effects of rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum l.) leaves ethanolic extract on Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Streptococcus pyogenes by Leonny Dwi Rizkita, Rizka Ariani, Muhammad Farid, Ardestya Rastrani, Widya Aryana Ramadhania, Ratna Aprillia Eka Putri

“…Antimicrobial resistance poses a global health threat, with Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Streptococcus pyogenes contributing to the highest mortality rates among Gram-positive pathogens over the last three decades. The search for alternative antimicrobial agents has increasingly concentrated on natural products. …”
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The Suitability of Recycled Domestic Wastewater in Plain Concrete Production. by Orishaba, James

“…Therefore, there is need for identifying alternative sources of water which one of them is recycling wastewater to be used for concrete production. …”
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The Role of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) on the Socio¬economic Transformation of Rural Areas in Nyarusiza Sub-County Kisoro District. by Izabayo, Joan

“…Many NGOs have not only grown in size but have also developed infrastructures for research, training, and demonstration of alternative methods· for increasing rural income. There are several successful non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that have actively participated in the development of society by creating employment opportunities and livelihoods for the poor section of society through non-governmental organizations (NGO's) and the socio-economic transformation of rural areas in Nyarusiza Sub-county Kisoro district.…”
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Assessing the Role of MBIFCT as a Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) in Socio-Economic Transformation of Rural Areas in Gitenderi Parish Nyarusiza Sub-County Kisoro District. by Kwebiha, Alex

“…Many NGOs have not only gown up in size but have also developed infrastructures for research, training and demonstration on alternative methods for increasing rural income. There are a number of successful NGOs who have actively participated for the development of the society by creating employment opportunities and livelihood for the poor section of the society on the Non-governmental Organizations (NGO's) and the socio-economic transformation of rural areas in Nyarusiza Sub¬county Kisoro district.…”
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Impact of Maziba Church of Uganda on Family Stability in Maziba Sub-County Kabale District. by Akancungura, Albert

“…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. Many successful church activities on family welfare have actively participated in the development of society by creating employment opportunities and livelihood for the poor section of the society on the family stability with Maziba sub-county Kabale district…”
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Effect of Sand Mining on River System: A Case Study of River Rwabakazi Kabale Municipality.. by Kamagara, Denis

“…These included promoting and incentivizing the use of less environmentally damaging sand mining technologies, implementing stricter regulations on sand mining activities within the river, developing and implementing river restoration plans for the affected areas, and encouraging sand miners to shift to alternative sources of clay outside the river. The study findings concluded by showing that there was a significant positive relationship between the affected parts and intact part of River Rwabakazi (p = < 0.01, rho= .530**) in Kabale municipality indicating that as certain areas of the river are impacted or disturbed, there is a corresponding effect on the remaining intact portions of the river. …”
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Suitability of Sand as Improvement to Mechanical Properties of Laterite Soil for Road Subbase. by Tumusiime, Darious

“…This study investigates the potential of sand as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative for stabilizing Nyakambu laterite, a prevalent soil type in Uganda, for use as subbase material in road construction. …”
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