L’aqueduc de l’Yzeron : nouvelles données sur le double siphon de Craponne (Métropole de Lyon) by David Baldassari

“…The corners of the piers use longer stones laid flat using the stretching bond method. The alternating juxtaposition of the masonry reveals the aesthetic of angle clamping regardless of structural purpose. …”
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Contextual Vulnerability Should Guide Fair Subject Selection in Xenotransplantation Clinical Trials by Gianna Strand

“…Potential subjects have an interest in exploring alternatives to the high morbidity of a traditional allograft.  …”
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La chirurgie cardiaque mini-invasive vidéo-assistée : une étude comparative à la voie conventionnelle [Less-invasive video-assisted cardiac surgery : a comparative study with the c... by Sami Bouchenafa, Ahmed Zaki Boukli-Hacene, Boukri Hamouda, Mohamed Atbi

“…Conclusion -la procédure mini-invasive vidéo-assistée est une alternative simple, sûre et efficace. D’excellents résultats sont obtenus avec une faible morbidité. …”
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Influencia de la actividad probiotica de Lactiplantibacillus plantarum en el agua de cultivo de camarones Penaeus vannamei Boone, 1931 by Jimmy Macías Barre, Manuel Palma Mora, Fátima Arteaga Chávez, Jhonny Navatrrete Álava, Yadira Marcillo Alcivar, Tommy Cueva Navia

“…It is concluded that the probiotic L. plantarum is a viable alternative to improve the production of the srhimp P. vannamei during its growth stage.…”
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Iconic Celebration of Charms and Friendship in Poetry: Fálétí’s “Adébímpé Ọ̀jẹ́dòkun” by Michael Oladejo Afoláyan

“…He then beckoned on an alternative hunter, swearing he would not let go of the grip of the leopard. …”
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A systematic review of the cost-effectiveness of anti-VEGF drugs for the treatment of diabetic retinopathy by Robert Hodgson, Matthew Walton, Helen Fulbright, Laura Bojke, Ruth Walker, Alexis Llewellyn, Sofia Dias, Lesley Stewart, David Steel, John Lawrenson, Tunde Peto, Mark Simmonds

“…Objective To systematically review the evidence supporting the cost-effectiveness of alternative treatments for diabetic retinopathy. Methods A systematic review of all comparative cost-effectiveness studies evaluating any treatment for diabetic retinopathy was conducted. …”
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Machine Learning Models for Predicting the Compressive Strength of Concrete with Shredded PET Bottles and M-Sand as Fine Aggregate by Altamashuddinkhan Nadimalla, Siti Aliyyah Masjuki, Abdullah Gubbi, Anjum Khan, Imran Mokashi

“…The study highlights the potential of DT models in sustainable construction practices, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive datasets and further exploration of alternative algorithms. The findings advocate for using ML in concrete strength prediction, contributing to advancements in sustainable engineering and material science. …”
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Editorial by Ann-Kristin Kölln, Antony Mason, Maria Lenk, Jörg Tremmel, Markus Rutsche

“…Quotas that require parties and trade unions to enrol a certain share of young members, Tozer argues, might be an option but not ideal because people choose to become members of such organisations. As an alternative, he proposes the creation of incentives for young people to join parties and trade unions, such as free membership. …”
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La chirurgie cardiaque mini-invasive vidéo-assistée : une étude comparative à la voie conventionnelle [Less-invasive video-assisted cardiac surgery : a comparative study with the c... by Sami Bouchenafa, Ahmed Zaki Boukli-Hacene, Boukri Hamouda, Mohamed Atbi

“…Conclusion -la procédure mini-invasive vidéo-assistée est une alternative simple, sûre et efficace. D’excellents résultats sont obtenus avec une faible morbidité. …”
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Julius Kruopis – the pioneer of applied statistics in Lithuania by Vilijandas Bagdonavičius, Vydas Čekanavičius, Rūta Levulienė, Pranas Vaitkus

“…For example, the problem of making an optimal decision when choosing a distribution from several possible alternative distributions was examined. There are several works by J. …”
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Key Drivers Affecting the Future of Power Relations in Tehran Metropolis with a Scenario-Writing Approach by Afshin Mottaghi, Arash Ghorbani Sepehr, Joseph Saloukadz

“…This exploratory research aimed to investigate the various interactions between forces and components, revealing a multitude of alternative future possibilities. This approach allowed for a comprehensive understanding of the complex power dynamics and geopolitical drivers shaping the future of Tehran Metropolis. …”
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Diseño de losas de hormigón con geometría optimizada Design of concrete pavement with optimized slab geometry by Juan Pablo Covarrubias V.

“…This design method is also able to effectively design concrete pavements for lower traffic volume roads, which are not considered by the existing pavement design methods, thus providing an alternative to asphalt solutions.…”
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Les caves de Reims/Durocortorum à travers les exemples de la fouille du tramway by Magalie Cavé

“…The decorative elements observed on the walls remain limited and are based, a priori, on the alternation of materials used (terracotta, chalk or limestone) in order to create a contrast of color, as well as on a particular treatment of the mortar joints (joints drawn with iron, sometimes enhanced with the addition of a red color). …”
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Enhancement of anti‐sarcoma immunity by NK cells engineered with mRNA for expression of a EphA2‐targeted CAR by Pui Yeng Lam, Natacha Omer, Josh K. M. Wong, Cui Tu, Louisa Alim, Gustavo R. Rossi, Maria Victorova, Hannah Tompkins, Cheng‐Yu Lin, Ahmed M. Mehdi, Amos Choo, Melissa R. Elliott, Elaina Coleborn, Jane Sun, Timothy Mercer, Orazio Vittorio, Lachlan J. Dobson, Alexander D. McLellan, Andrew Brooks, Zewen Kelvin Tuong, Seth W. Cheetham, Wayne Nicholls, Fernando Souza‐Fonseca‐Guimaraes

“…This study demonstrates the feasibility of transient mRNA transfection to engineer NK cells for CAR expression, offering a non‐integrative and safer alternative to viral transduction. Enhancements in mRNA stability through chemical modifications, can further optimise protein expression. …”
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Exploring dual-lidar mean and turbulence measurements over Perdigão's complex terrain by I. L. Coimbra, J. Mann, J. M. L. M. Palma, V. T. P. Batista

“…<p>To assess the accuracy of lidars in measuring mean wind speed and turbulence at large distances above the ground as an alternative to tall and expensive meteorological towers, we evaluated three dual-lidar measurements in virtual-mast (VM) mode over the complex terrain of the Perdigão-2017 campaign. …”
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Comparative Ethics of Modern Payment Models by Jacob Riegler

“…As an example of misaligned interests, there is a clear financial incentive to deny prior authorization for a medication that is an expensive yet otherwise appropriate alternative for a patient’s condition. This could result in equal treatment, perhaps a generic version even, or an alternative that the provider and patient would not have chosen otherwise. …”
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Eficacia y seguridad del tratamiento con la combinación fija a dosis bajas de cinarizina 20 mg y dimenhidrinato 40 mg en el vértigo de origen diverso en la práctica clínica en Espa... by Rafael Hijano-Esqué, Jesús Ignacio González Orodea, Javier Imaz Fandos, Natividad Pacheco Rubio, Gonzalo Daniel Alzuarte, Manuel Ruiz Cuetos, Amelia Rodríguez Mariblanca, Eva García Aguilar

“…Its rapid onset of action, along with high tolerability and satisfaction, supports the viability of this intervention in routine clinical practice, offering an effective and safe alternative for managing vertigo.…”
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Business targeting in Iran: a hybrid simulation-optimization approach by amir mansour tehranchian, Sogand Hoseinnia Chafjiri

“…In a theoretical approach, Keynesian economics after the Great Depression of 1929 establishes an alternative relationship between inflation and production within the framework of demand-oriented economics. …”
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Designing and explaining the policy framework for the development of electric vehicles in Iran by Sayed Abbas Karavand, Yazdan Shirmohamadi, Mohammad Taghi Amini

“…Amelia & Harald (2021) examined the interaction between future visions and de-fossil fuel policy on Swedish roads; the results of research emphasize on the energy efficiency of electric vehicles as an important step to reduce dependence on fossil fuels through reducing overall energy demand in the transportation sector as well as electric vehicles for a clean and quiet urban environment, where replacing combustion engines with clean and quiet alternatives can have the greatest impact. Singh et al, (2021) investigated policies, strategies and technical considerations for the development of electric vehicles in India. …”
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Presenting a model of ecotourism and sustainable tourism development with an emphasis on foreign exchange and economic development of Qeshm Island by Naser Rajabi, Vahid Reza Mirabi, Khosro Moradi Shahdadi

“…Ecotourism is a sustainable alternative to degraded livelihoods around protected areas in developing countries, and its contribution to poverty reduction is evident in terms of employment and income generation. …”
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