The research progress on effective connectivity in adolescent depression based on resting-state fMRI by Xuan Deng, Jiajing Cui, Jinyuan Zhao, Jinji Bai, Junfeng Li, Kefeng Li

“…IntroductionThe brain’s spontaneous neural activity can be recorded during rest using resting state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs-fMRI), and intricate brain functional networks and interaction patterns can be discovered through correlation analysis. …”
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Analisis Tingkat Kepuasan Pengguna Aplikasi Mytelkomsel Menggunakan Evaluasi Heuristik dan Metode Pieces (Studi Kasus : Mahasiswa Kampus Karawaci Universitas Gunadarma) by Fajar Nugraha, Dewi Agushinta Rahayu, Irwan Bastian

“…This application provides information about the remaining credit balance, active internet quota, the active period of the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, and many. …”
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Accuracy of a step counter during treadmill and daily life walking by healthy adults and patients with cardiac disease by Erik Elgaard Sørensen, John Hansen, Charlotte Brun Thorup, Mette Grønkjær, Jan Jesper Andreasen, Birthe Irene Dinesen

“…Background Step counters have been used to observe activity and support physical activity, but there is limited evidence on their accuracy.Objective The purpose was to investigate the step accuracy of the Fitbit Zip (Zip) in healthy adults during treadmill walking and in patients with cardiac disease while hospitalised at home.Methods Twenty healthy adults aged 39±13.79 (mean ±SD) wore four Zips while walking on a treadmill at different speeds (1.7–6.1 km/hour), and 24 patients with cardiac disease (age 67±10.03) wore a Zip for 24 hours during hospitalisation and for 4 weeks thereafter at home. …”
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Erbin Regulates Tissue Factors Through Ras/Raf Pathway in Coagulation Disorders in Sepsis by Yang C, Lei C, Jing G, Xia Y, Zhou H, Wu D, Zuo J, Gong H, Wang X, Dong Y, Aidebaike D, Wu X, Song X

“…In vivo studies have shown that mice with Erbin deletion have more obvious enhanced coagulation function, and in vitro studies have shown that Erbin knockout mediated macrophage secretion of TF by activating the Ras/Raf pathway.Conclusion: Erbin reduces the coagulation activation by inhibiting TF release from macrophages.Keywords: Erbin, coagulation disorders, sepsis, tissue factor, macrophage…”
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ucumeropsis mannii seed oil protects against Bisphenol A- induced testicular mitochondrial damages by Patrick Maduabuchi, Aja, Hilary Akobi, Ogwoni, Peter Chinedu, Agu, Ejike Ugbala, Ekpono, Joshua Nonso, Awoke, Oliver Ugochukwu, Ukachi, Obasi Uche, Orji, Boniface Anthony, Ale, Chinonso Peter, Nweke, Esther Ugo, Alum, Darlington C., Chukwu, Christian E., Offor, Atamgba Agbor, Asuk, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Ojochenemi E., Yakubu, J. B., Akob, Onyedika Gabriel, Ani, Chinaza Godswill, Awuchi

“…BPA + CMSO-treated group showed a significant increase in GPx activity compared with BPA-exposed rats. CMSO treatment significantly increased catalase activity in comparison with that of rats exposed to BPA. …”
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Influence of Monitoring and Evaluation on The Performance of Government Projects: A Case Study of Operation Wealth Creation in Kabale District. by Twehemukama, Agatha

“…The provision of limited M&E resources may lead to M&E activities suffering a setback hence directly affecting the performance of health projects. …”
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Employee Compensation and Retention of Civil Servants In Uganda: A Case Of Rubanda District Local Government. by Tubenawe, Akileo

“…On the effect of performance incentives on the retention of civil servants, the majority (100%) of the respondents agreed that they had been responsible for their activities at the district; 69.4% agreed that they had been respected to perform their activities; and 30.6% disagreed. …”
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Effectiveness of Non-Governmental Organizations on Social Service Delivery: A Case Study of Uganda Red Cross Society Kabale District. by Aharizira, Zackaria

“…The findings of the study Impact of NGOs on Service Delivery in Red Cross Society on activities aimed at Community Development of NGOs in the Southern Division of Kabale Municipality The study mentioned the provision of health services, advocacy, and empowerment of the people, protection of the environment, sensitization of people and training of people and students. …”
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SACCOs and Agricultural Production in Uganda: A Case Study of Kitenga Village in Kebisoni Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Nitwikiriza, Racheal

“…From objective three, the study indicated how do SACCOs affect the income levels of members in the Kebisoni sub-county, Rukungiri district and these included supporting income generating activities, participation in a SACCO often instills financial discipline among members, SACCOS often offer lower interest rates on loans compared to traditional financial institutions, SACCOS encourage a culture of saving among members, SACCOs may engage in community development projects funded by their activities, SACCOs may support entrepreneurial initiatives among their members, members can use SACCO loans to start or expand businesses…”
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Influence of Land-Use and Landcover on the Nest Distribution and Breeding Success of Grey Crowned Crane (Balearica Regulorum) In Kiyanja- Kaku Wetland Ecosystem. by Tayebwa, Gilbert

“…It was discovered that land use/cover activities significantly impacted breeding success. …”
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Effect of Parish Development Model in Enhancing Social Inclusion in Rwerere Town Council Rukungiri District. by Karuhanga, Jeremiah

“…The study revealed that PDM involves local residents actively participating in identifying their needs and priorities as represented by 20% of the respondents. …”
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Investigating the Causes of Antisocial Behaviour Among Teenagers in Central Division Kabale Municipality Kabale District. by Muhoza, Marie Alliance

“…The researcher concluded that the government should put major emphasis on providing education which it has tried to do so far but at least should make it compulsory for each and every teen to access education and after a certain level, a certain activity to the one who does not continue to higher levels should be in place to make him or her busy. …”
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Effectiveness of the Local Natural Methods of Extending Fruit Shelf Life in Selected Cooler Parts of Uganda. by Mwesigye, Deus

“…The results of the study found that microbial activity accounted for 61.7% of spoilage, Mechanical damage 22.7% while insects and rodents accounted for 15.6%. …”
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An Update on African Trypanocide Pharmaceutics and Resistance. by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, MacLeod, Ewan Thomas, Ntulume, Ibrahim, Welburn, Susan Christina

“…In AAT, quinapyramine sulfate interferes with DNA synthesis and suppression of cytoplasmic ribosomal activity in the mitochondria. Quinapyramine sulfate resistance is due to variations in the potential of the parasite’s mitochondrial membrane. …”
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Outsourcing of IT and Absorptive Capacity: A Multiple Case Study in the Brazilian Insurance Sector by Valter Moreno, Marcello A. S. Coelho, Claudio Pitassi

“…The results of comparing four insurers with different degrees of innovation and adoption of IT outsourcing indicate that the connections between the strategy of relationship with suppliers and the stance of the IT area of the client company, and its previous activity and level of knowledge, are essential to determine the absorptive and innovative capacity. …”
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Human Diseases and Microbes

“…Much before the man became conscious of their existence or they became visible with the help of microscopes, they were active in their pathological action against all other living beings, including man. …”
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Restricted Use Pesticides for Use in Florida by Frederick M. Fishel

“…This document will provide a listing of pesticide active ingredients registered in Florida that are classified as restricted and the reason(s) for the restricted use classification. …”
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Innovation Networks: the Contribution of Partnerships to Innovative Performance of Firms in the Brazilian Electrical-Electronics Industry by Silvye Ane Massaini, Fábio Lotti Oliva

“…However, despite obtaining some significant results concerning the contribution of different partners in the network, electrical-electronics industry companies also attach great importance to internal activities to develop their innovations.…”
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Container Mosquito Habitat Community Cleanup: A How-To Guide for Event Organization by Amy Hallock, Eva A. Buckner, Ricky W. Telg, Alena R. Poulin

“…The best way to prevent irritating bites and dangerous mosquito-transmitted illnesses is to get rid of all trash that holds water. …”
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