Coup (d'etat) in the Baltic States (1926, 1934): Similarities and Differences by Zenonas Butkus

“…The main alleviating circumstance common to the coups in the Baltics was disproportionate domination of legislative power over the executive in the period after the First World War. The alternatives of power distribution are discussed, employing the Finnish model of democratic system, according to which the parliamentary power is outweighed by the stronger institution of President. …”
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Lubricity potentials of Azadirachta indica (neem) oil and Cyperus esculentus (tiger nut) oil extracts and their blends in machining of mild steel material by Ignatius Echezona Ekengwu, Ikechukwu Geoffrey Okoli, Obiora Clement Okafor, Obiora Nnaemeka Ezenwa, Joseph Chikodili Ogu

“…The findings advocate for the use of bio-based cutting fluids in machining operations, indicating environmental and economic advantages while promoting future research into alternative agro-based solutions. However, limitations regarding material applicability and the necessity for further investigation into the micro-structural effects of cutting fluids on diverse engineering materials are acknowledged.…”
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Association between the rifampicin resistance mutations and rifabutin susceptibility in Mycobacterium tuberculosis: A meta-analysis by Wenli Wang, Hongjuan Zhou, Long Cai, Tingting Yang

“…Conclusions: These results provide a theoretical basis for the molecular detection of RFB-susceptible tuberculosis and alternative treatment with RFB in patients with multidrug-resistant/rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis.…”
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An analysis on the economic development and deforestation by E.S. Siregar, S.U. Sentosa, A. Satrianto

“…The government needs to explore alternative sources that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly, such as ecotourism, and renewable energy. …”
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The role of sodium-nickel chloride (Na-NiCl2) batteries in managing uncertainty and renewable sources for empowering hybrid energy systems using bi-level CONOPT-based optimization by Abdallah Aldosary

“…To validate the effectiveness of the proposed solution, this paper employs the GAMS platform and juxtaposes its outcomes with those attained through alternative optimization techniques. GAMS showed superior performance compared to other optimization techniques.…”
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Open-label randomised clinical trial investigating whether robot-assisted kidney transplantation can reduce surgical complications compared to open kidney transplantation (ORAKTx):... by Milla Ortved, Julia Dagnæs-Hansen, Hein V. Stroomberg, Thomas Kistorp, Malene Rohrsted, Søren Schwartz Sørensen, Andreas Røder

“…To optimise peri-operative care and reduce complications, robot-assisted kidney transplantation (RAKT) has been introduced as an alternative to open kidney transplantation (OKT), but to our knowledge, no randomised clinical trials (RCT) have compared RAKT to OKT. …”
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Multi-scale hydraulic graph neural networks for flood modelling by R. Bentivoglio, E. Isufi, S. N. Jonkman, R. Taormina

“…<p>Deep-learning-based surrogate models represent a powerful alternative to numerical models for speeding up flood mapping while preserving accuracy. …”
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Exploring the antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity of two Iranian medical-grade kinds of honey on multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa by Mustafa Riyadh Alshaybawee, Shahrzad Asgari, Paria Ghadersoltani, Ahmadreza Mehrabian, Parastoo Saniee

“…Therefore, these honeys may serve as natural and safe alternatives or adjuncts to conventional antibiotic therapy for wound healing and infection management.…”
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Comparison of principal component analysis algorithms for imputation in agrometeorological data in high dimension and reduced sample size. by Valter Cesar de Souza, Sergio Augusto Rodrigues, Luís Roberto Almeida Gabriel Filho

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of alternative multivariate procedures for principal component analysis (PCA), using the Nonlinear Iterative Partial Least Squares (NIPALS) and Expectation-Maximization (EM) algorithms, for imputing missing data in time series of meteorological variables. …”
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Investigating the production and synergistic antibacterial activity of bacteriocin-like substance from Brevibacillus laterosporus SA-14 (TISTR 2453) for enhanced wound healing by Husna Madoromae, Apichart Atipairin, Malatee Tayeh, Monthon Lertcanawanichakul

“…Bacteriocins are promising antibiotic alternatives. This study aimed to enhance the production of bacteriocin-like substances (BLS) from Brevibacillus laterosporus SA-14 (TISTR 2453) by optimizing nutrients, evaluating antibacterial activity, assessing synergy with vancomycin, and testing the cytotoxicity and wound healing effects on human keratinocytes. …”
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Retrospective evaluation of autotransfusion using a cell saver device versus allotransfusion in the perioperative management of acute hemoperitoneum in 43 dogs (2017–2021) by Fabienne Blunschi, Dennis Gluding, Esther Hassdenteufel, Matthias Schneider, Hendrik Lehmann

“…And therefore may emphasize its further application as an addition or alternative to traditional allogenic blood transfusions.…”
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Exploring voice barriers and subsequent practices among frontline healthcare workers in Pakistan: a comprehensive mixed-methods analysis by Noreen Kanwal, Ahmad Shahrul Nizam Isha, Al-baraa Abdulrahman Al-Mekhlafi, Rao Irfan Ali Haider

“…Descriptives and content analysis were conducted to explore voice barriers and alternative practices to solve their concerns. After that, a quantitative study was conducted to determine the statistical significance of the identified voice barriers and the magnitude of their effect. …”
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Determinants of Chronic Kidney Disease among Young Adults attending a Tertiary Care Hospital in Madurai- A Case-Control Study by Sridevi PN, Thirukumaran R, Kannan Muthuraman A, Arunkumar Yograj, Priya S, Hemamalini B

“…Results: The study predicted that rural population (OR-5.236, 95% CI-2.489- 11.014), family history of CKD (OR-29.590, 95% CI- 3.351-261.243), hypertension (OR-5.005, 95% CI-2.014-12.437), history of taking alternative medicine (OR- 5.136, 95% CI-1.745-15.117), and recurrent urinary tract infection (OR-11.460, 95% CI-2.288-57.444) were significantly associated risk factors for CKD. …”
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Enhancing MPPT performance for partially shaded photovoltaic arrays through backstepping control with Genetic Algorithm-optimized gains by Serge Raoul Dzonde Naoussi, Kenfack Tsobze Saatong, Reagan Jean Jacques Molu, Wulfran Fendzi Mbasso, Mohit Bajaj, Mohamed Louzazni, Milkias Berhanu, Salah Kamel

“…Additionally, our Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) technology is based on the Global Maximum Power Point (GMPP) methodology, contrasting with alternative technologies that prioritize the Local Maximum Power Point (LMPP). …”
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Value-based healthcare in Latin America: a survey of 70 healthcare provider organisations from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico by Pedro Ramos, Marcia Makdisse, Daniel Malheiro, Marcelo Katz, Luisa Novoa, Miguel Cendoroglo Neto, Jose Henrique Germann Ferreira, Sidney Klajner

“…Fee-for-service predominated, although one-third of organisations were experimenting with alternative payment models.Conclusions A wide variation in the definition and level of VBHC implementation existed across organisations. …”
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Dynamics and drivers of the carbonate system: response to terrestrial runoff and upwelling along the Northeastern Colombian Caribbean coast by Constanza Ricaurte-Villota, Magnolia Murcia-Riaño, José Martín Hernádez-Ayón

“…Conversely, during La Niña, alternating periods of positive rainfall and upwelling anomalies were observed. …”
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Genetic insight into dissecting the immunophenotypes and inflammatory profiles in the pathogenesis of Sjogren syndrome by Jingyi Xu, Shucheng Si, Yijun Han, Lin Zeng, Jinxia Zhao

“…Conclusions By providing a novel genetic insight into unveiling the roles of autoimmunity and inflammation in Sjogren syndrome, our findings may potentially lead to identifying new clinical biomarkers for disease monitoring and therapeutic targets that offer more effective alternatives for treating this condition. Therefore, our study may provide valuable evidence for future clinical intervention and targeted immunotherapy.…”
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3-year experience of hyperthermic intravesical chemotherapy use in patients with high risk non-muscular-invasive bladder cancer by R.S. Chystiakov, F.I. Kostyev, O.V. Bondar, V.V. Lysenko, V.O. Varbanets

“…Cur   rently, the search for additional organ-sparing methods of intravesical therapy for non-muscular-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) is actively continuing, which could become an effective alternative to standard treatment using the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine. …”
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Performance Evaluation of Three Diagnostic Methods for Soil-Transmitted Helminth Infections among Schoolchildren in Amhara Region, Northwest Ethiopia by Shegaw Belay, Getaneh Alemu, Tadesse Hailu

“…Therefore, the spontaneous tube sedimentation technique can be used as an alternative diagnostic method for soil-transmitted helminth infections in endemic countries.…”
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Karakteristik komposit bio-foam pati-glukomanan pada variasi formulasi perbandingan foaming agent natrium bikarbonat dengan asam sitrat by I Wayan Arnata, Early Dea Kartika Fiano, I Gusti Ayu Lani Triani

“…However, it has been reported to be hazardous to health and the environment, so it is necessary to develop bi-foam as a safe packaging alternative. This research aims to determine the effect of variations in the formulation ratio of foaming agents based on sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3)  and citric acid (CA) on the starch-glucomannan bio-foam characteristics and to determine the appropriate comparison formulation to produce the best bio-foam characteristics. …”
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