Effect of non-contact induction heating on HA coatings and bone cement, an ex vivo study [version 2; peer review: 2 approved, 1 approved with reservations] by Robert Kamphof, Dr. Bart G.C.W. Pijls, Dr. Rob G.H.H. Nelissen, Jeroen Mesman-Vergeer, Dr. Giuseppe Cama

“…The fixation strength of acrylic bone cement was tested according to an adapted method from ISO. Results It was found that non-contact induction heating did not significantly affect the adhesion strength of hydroxyapatite coatings. …”
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A Novel Audio Copy Move Forgery Detection Method With Classification of Graph-Based Representations by Beste Ustubioglu, Gul Tahaoglu, Arda Ustubioglu, Guzin Ulutas, Muhammed Kilic

“…A swarm-based optimization approach is used to adaptively determine this dense region. The audio is then a bandpass filtered using the identified frequency range, and the second stage begins. …”
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Evaluating the potential of Nature-based solutions to mitigate land use and climate change impacts on the hydrology of the Gefersa and Legedadi watersheds in Ethiopia by Yared Bayissa, Raghavan Srinivasan, Johannes Hunink, Douglas Nyolei, Semu Moges, David de Andrade Costa, Dereje Tadesse, Assefa Melesse, Seifu Tilahun

“…The approach followed in this study can be adapted to other watersheds with access to more recent and good quality datasets for future research.…”
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Genç Tüketicilerin Yeşil Tüketim Davranışı: Uluslararası Algı Farklılıkları - Green Purchase Behavior Of Young Consumers: International Perception Differences by Oğuz Başol, İsmail Dülgeroğlu, Rüveyda Öztürk Başol

“…Çevreye duyarlı ya da sürdürülebilir tüketim kavramı olarak da tanımlanan yeşil tüketim; iş çevreleri, devletler ve kar amacı gütmeyen kurumlar tarafından dikkatle izlenen bir konudur. …”
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High‐Resolution Downscaling of Disposable Income in Europe Using Open‐Source Data by Mehdi Mikou, Améline Vallet, Céline Guivarch, David Makowski

“…More broadly, this data set offers an opportunity to explore the relationships between economic inequality and environmental degradation in health, adaptation or urban planning sectors. It can also facilitate the development of future income maps that align with the Shared Socioeconomic Pathways, and ultimately enable the assessment of future climate risks.…”
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Impact of climate warming on vegetation cover: positive effects of native artiodactyla vs. grazing pressure in Alborz Protected Area by Farid Salmanpour, Zahra Shakoori, Zahra Shakoori, Mostafa Keshtkar, Mehdi Kia, Romina Sayahnia

“…In contrast, Zānoos showed more fluctuation in vegetation trends due to high livestock grazing pressure.DiscussionThis study highlights that while climate warming can positively affect vegetation cover, intensive livestock grazing can impede these gains, underlining the importance of adaptive management strategies for maintaining ecosystem health.…”
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Din Kültürü ve Ahlak Bilgisi Programları ve Öğretmenlerine Göre Değerler Eğitimi by Recep KAYMAKCAN, Hasan MEYDAN

“…Ortaöğretim programı her sınıf için değerler öğrenme alanına yer vermekte, her iki programın amaçları arasında, eğitimsel ve din bilimsel yaklaşımların açıklanışında değerlere temas edilmekte, öğrencilerin içselleştirmesi beklenen değerleri listelemekte ve değerler eğitiminde kullanılabilecek yöntemler önerilmektedir. Çalışmamızın amacı programların değerler ve eğitimine yaklaşımını, değerler eğitimi için önerdiği yöntemleri ve din kültürü ve ahlak bilgisi öğretmenlerinin okullarda ve derslerindeki değerler eğitimi uygulamaları ile ilgili görüşlerini belirlemektir. …”
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Developing a semi-automated technique of surface water quality analysis using GEE and machine learning: A case study for Sundarbans by Sheikh Fahim Faysal Sowrav, Sujit Kumar Debsarma, Mohan Kumar Das, Khan Mohammad Ibtehal, Mahfujur Rahman, Noshin Tabassum Hridita, Atika Afia Broty, Muhammad Sajid Anam Hoque

“…The predictive framework leverages Google Earth Engine (GEE) and AutoML, utilizing deep learning libraries to create dynamic, adaptive models that enhance prediction accuracy. Comparative analyses showed that ML-based models effectively captured spatial and temporal variations, aligning closely with field measurements. …”
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Understanding Patient Needs for Quality Health Services at Primary Healthcare After the Covid-19 Pandemic by Sudirman Sudirman, Saiful Ambodale, Niluh Desy Purnama Sari, Subardin. AB, Ni Kadek Armini

“…This study also identifies potential areas for further research in the development and implementation of strategies to improve service quality in primary healthcare that can be widely adapted. Conclusion: The conclusion is the need for a responsive and patient-centered approach in the setting of equity or equity, timeliness, effectiveness and efficiency, and patient-centered care.…”
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Bağımsız Denetime Tabi Hastane Hizmeti Sunan TFRS ve BOBİ FRS’yi Uygulayan Sağlık Kuruluşlarının Karşılaştırmalı Finansal Analizi (2018-2022) by Enver Bozdemir

“…Çalışmanın amacı, finansal tabloları bağımsız denetimden geçen özel hastanelerin finansal durumu ve performansının finansal açıdan analiz edilmesidir. …”
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The Hydroalcoholic Extract Obtained from Mentha piperita L. Leaves Attenuates Oxidative Stress and Improves Survival in Lipopolysaccharide-Treated Macrophages by Mariana Oliveira Arruda, Saulo José Figueiredo Mendes, Simone Aparecida Teixeira, Ludmilla Santos Silva de Mesquita, Maria Nilce de Sousa Ribeiro, Stanley de Sousa Lima Galvão, Marcelo Nicolás Muscará, Elizabeth Soares Fernandes, Valério Monteiro-Neto

“…Macrophages are essential in bacterial infection control due to their antimicrobial functions and ability to link the innate and adaptive immune responses. We evaluated the effects of the peppermint leaf hydroalcoholic extract (LHAE) on cultured murine peritoneal macrophages stimulated or not with lipopolysaccharide (LPS) in vitro. …”
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Okul Öncesi Çocuğu Olan Annelerin Emzik Kullanımı Hakkında Bilgi Ve Tutumlarının Değerlendirilmesi by Zeynep Kaya, Emine Şen Tunç

“…Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, okul öncesi çocuğu olan annelerin emzik kullanımı konusundaki bilgi ve tutumlarını değerlendirmektir. …”
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Experimental approach to obtaining subcutaneous xenograft of non-small cell lung cancer by E. A. Lukbanova, M. V. Mindar, E. A. Dzhenkova, A. Yu. Maksimov, A. S. Goncharova, Yu. S. Shatova, A. A. Maslov, A. V. Shaposhnikov, E. V. Zaikina, Yu. N. Lazutin

“…Was was the creation of a Patient Derived Xenograft (PDX) model of non‑small cell lung cancer in immunodeficient mice adapted to growth in immunodeficient mice.Materials and methods. …”
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Exploring Culinary Tourism and Female Consumer Preferences for Selected National Cuisines in Poland: A Sensory and Preference Analysis of Food Products from Four Countries by Agata Kiciak, Wiktoria Staśkiewicz-Bartecka, Natalia Kuczka, Agnieszka Bielaszka, Marzena Tudrej, Oskar Kowalski, Marek Kardas

“…The sensory analysis provides actionable insights into product acceptance, emphasizing the importance of cultural adaptation in promoting international food products.…”
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Yabancı Dil Olarak Türkçe Öğretimi Ders Kitaplarında Dinleme Becerisi Alanında Kullanılan Alıştırmaların Değerlendirilmesi by Bayram Özbal, Ayten Genç

“…Bu nedenle ders kitaplarında kullanılan alıştırmaların temel ve alt beceriler açısından dengeli bir dağılım göstermesi kadar kullanılan alıştırma türlerinde de çeşitliliğin sağlanması önemlidir. Bu çalışmanın amacı da yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretiminde yaygın olarak kullanılan dört öğretim setinin temel seviye (A1-A2) ders kitaplarında dinleme becerisi alanında kullanılan alıştırmaların diğer beceri alanlarına göre oranlarını, kullanılan alıştırma türlerini ve kullanım sıklıklarını tespit etmektedir. …”
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iTRAQ-Based Proteomic Analysis of Visual Cycle-Associated Proteins in RPE of rd12 Mice before and after RPE65 Gene Delivery by Qinxiang Zheng, Yueping Ren, Radouil Tzekov, Shanshan Hua, Minghan Li, Jijing Pang, Jia Qu, Wensheng Li

“…The level of RALBP-1 was still below the normal level after gene therapy in rd12 mice, which may explain the delayed dark adaption in LCA patients undergoing similar therapy.…”
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Identifying freshwater wetland suitable habitat through a hydrological-biological connectivity framework: A case study of Naoli River wetlands, China by Daiji Wan, Jian Yang, Xuan Liu, Qiwei Liu, Baolong Chen, Yanhui Chen, Dandan Zhao, Jiping Liu

“…In this paper, we assessed hydrological connectivity and its impacts on wetland habitats based on geostatistical connectivity function and the biohydrological adaptation thresholds of the Naoli River wetland. The results showed that (1) the hydrological connectivity of wetlands within the Naoli River Reserve showed a fluctuating and decreasing trend, and the maximum distance difference between the high and low connectivity periods was 26 km. (2) Waterbirds and macroinvertebrates had a larger area of suitable habitat at moderate hydrological connectivity. …”
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Theoretical finishing size limitation and failure mechanism of viscoelastic abrasive media on micro-hole structure by Baocai Zhang, Xiayu Wang, Neng Jiang, Jun Tang, Fanghong Sun, Xinchang Wang

“…This work could give a guidance on the determination of adaptable size range and longevity of abrasive media when finishing the micro-hole structures.…”
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Matematiksel Modelleme Etkinliklerinin 4. Sınıf Ölçme Öğrenme Alanındaki Başarıya ve Öğrencilerin Matematik Kaygılarına Etkisi by Sara Akbar Akay, Mehmet Koray Serin

“…Bu çalışmanın amacı ilkokul 4. sınıf düzeyinde gerçekleştirilen matematiksel modelleme etkinliklerinin öğrencilerin matematiğe yönelik kaygıları ile ölçme öğrenme alanındaki akademik başarı düzeylerine etkisini belirlemektir. …”
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Measuring Chinese negative emotion towards climate change: Psychometric properties of the Chinese version of Climate Change Anxiety Scale by Sam SS Lau, Kubi Appiah, Cherry CY Ho, Marco CH Cheng, Bo-Yi Yang

“…The CCAS was translated, back-translated, cross-culturally adapted and pilot-tested. We performed descriptive, scale reliability, exploratory factor and confirmatory factor analyses. …”
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