Effectiveness of joint species distribution models in the presence of imperfect detection by Stephanie Elizabeth Hogg, Yan Wang, Lewi Stone

“…To overcome the bias, researchers need to carefully design surveys and choose appropriate modelling approaches. The survey design should ensure sufficient survey replications for unbiased inferences on species inter‐dependencies and occupancy.…”
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Characteristics and publication status of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery trials registered in ClinicalTrials.gov, 2007–2024: a cross-sectional study by Chuzhi Peng, Hongyan Jia, Jianping Hu, Yonghong Jiao

“…It remains difficult for ophthalmologists to choose among different MIGS procedures. Overcoming the design limitations of trials will be essential for generating more robust evidence to guide clinical practice and policy decisions.…”
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IHSCR: Energy-efficient clustering and routing for wireless sensor networks based on harmony search algorithm by Bing Zeng, Yan Dong, Xinyu Li, Liang Gao

“…Then, a new energy-efficient clustering algorithm is designed based on several improvements made to harmony search algorithm: (1) a discrete encoding scheme of a harmony for clustering is proposed; (2) a roulette wheel selection method is designed to choose a gateway for a regular sensor node to join, which is employed by two steps (i.e. initialization of harmony and improvisation of a new harmony); (3) the dynamically changed harmony memory considering rate is designed for improvisation of a new harmony; (4) a local search scheme is proposed to improve the best harmony within the harmony memory in iterations. …”
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Development of multi-agent information security management system by I. P. Khavina, Yu. V. Hnusov, O. O. Mozhaiev

“…The model with complete overlapping of threats has been substantiated and adopted as a basis, which allows to analyze the overall situation and choose strategically important decisions directly during the organization of information security. …”
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Comparison of Maylard and Cherney incisions' outcomes in hysterectomy surgery for benign indications: a double-blind randomized controlled trial by Maryam Vaezi, Roghayeh Zarei, Hosein Azizi

“…Abstract Objectives Choosing the incision for surgery depends on a variety of factors, including the surgeon's preference, patient preference, surgical indications, the patient's systemic issues, previous surgical scars, and other considerations. …”
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Dynamic Expression of HDAC3 in db/db Mouse RGCs and Its Relationship with Apoptosis and Autophagy by Yuhong Fu, Ying Wang, Xinyuan Gao, Huiyao Li, Yue Yuan

“…To investigate the chronological sequence of the abnormalities of retinal ganglion cells in diabetic retinopathy, we choose 15 male db/db mice (aged 8 weeks, 12 weeks, 16 weeks, 18 weeks, and 25 weeks; each group had 3 mice) as diabetic groups and 3 male db/m mice (aged 8 weeks) as the control group. …”
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USABILITY OF PROGRAM INTERFACES FOR TEACHING 3D GRAPHICS IN A SCHOOL COURSE OF INFORMATICS by Oleksandr O. Mosiiuk, Yaroslava B. Sikora, Olena Yu. Usata

“…Considering that the complexity of organizing the interaction between the user and the control elements is inherent in the vast majority of graphic 3D programs, the purpose of the exploratory research was to study this very issue only in the context of the educational learning process. When choosing software for testing, the following selection criteria were followed: the software must be distributed on the basis of the open GPL license, and online services must be able to be freely registered and used in work; it is necessary that graphic complexes of three-dimensional graphics satisfy sufficiently democratic system requirements of school computers; the presence of a large number of localizations is also important, and in terms of functionality, 3D programs should approach similar leading commercial software tools and corresponding online services. …”
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Evaluation of a simulation-based ophthalmology education workshop for medical students: a pilot project by Shikha Bansal, Vishaal Bhambhwani

“…Three months later, students’ self-reported mean confidence was 3.2/5 (p = 0.0001), the likelihood of choosing ophthalmology residency was 2.8/5 (p = 0.59), and score on the ophthalmology knowledge questionnaire was 11/15 (p = 0.006). …”
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Enhancing Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus undatus) Propagation Efficiency through Growing Media by P. K. Anagha, D. P. Prakasha, N. Anand, M. Vijay, Shivayogi Ryavalad, Mude Ramya Sree

“…Hence, it appears, a rooting media with more fertility would be highly useful in obtaining high root and shoot parameters in dragon fruit. The results of this study are helpful in choosing propagation media for large scale planting material. …”
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Empirical analysis of control models for different converter topologies from a statistical perspective by Hole Shreyas Rajendra

“…The main reason of conduction this research is how to dispel the ambiguity in the process of choosing the suitable control models corresponding to the appropriate converter topology that can satisfy a set of particular application requirements. …”
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“Gleaning a lot from the history and physical exam,” and “reasonably confident without imaging”: a qualitative study of primary care clinicians' management of patients with low bac... by Lynn Haslam-Larmer, Kathleen E. Norman, Andrea M. Patey, Isabella M. Thomas, Michael E. Green, Jeremy M. Grimshaw, Jill A. Hayden, Jan Hartvigsen, Noah M. Ivers, Hazel Jenkins, Simon D. French

“…We explored clinicians’ views to identify the dominant influences on clinicians as they choose to pursue, or avoid, imaging for their patients with low back pain. …”
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A qualitative investigation of the influences of gender among low-socioeconomic status students’ motivations to study biology by Svetlana Masjutina, Elizabeth Stearns

“…However, there is a limited understanding about the backgrounds, personality characteristics, and preferences of undergraduates who choose to pursue a biology major, especially those from LSES backgrounds and whether there are gender differences among those students. …”
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NLRP3 Inflammasome Simultaneously Involved in Autophagy and Phagocytosis of THP-1 Cells to Clear Aged Erythrocytes by Qin Li, Fengyong Zhao, Jiamin Zhang, Ying Yang, Zhonghui Guo, Chen Wang, Qixiu Yang, Ying Sun, Ziyan Zhu

“…Results showed that autophagy and phagocytosis may be dynamic balance processes that can provide sufficient nutrition and energy to cells. Choosing NLRP3 as a target may regulate the phagocytic ability and the degree of autophagy in the meantime. …”
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Advertisement and Sales Performance in Mtn Uganda, Kabale Branch. by Mwebesa, Acleo

“…The results further revealed that there is no significant relationship between media advertisement and sales performance (r = 0.511, p = 0.663), there is a significant effect of billboards and sponsorship of events on sales performance (r = 0.003, p = 0.412), and lastly, there is no significant relationship between advertisement and sales performance of MTN Uganda Kabale district (r = 0.610, p = 0.713).Based on research findings, the following recommendations were made: there is a need for MTN Uganda to conduct a customer communication needs assessment and be in a better position to design a clear and dependable medium to reach out to the public with services and products; there is a need to hire marketing professionals with the ability to package advertisement messages; and there is a need to choose the right people and approach to deliver messages. …”
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Distance Learning and the Quality of teacher Education in Rwanda: A case Study of Byumba. by Anastase, Mvuyekure

“…In closed-ended questions, participants were allowed to choose from a pre-existing set of dichotomous answers, such as yes/no. …”
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Les capucins discriminent-ils les intentions d’autrui dans un contexte d’interactions interspécifiques ? by Elsa Llerena, Charlotte Canteloup, Helene Meunier

“…Nous savons que les chimpanzés, espèce proche phylogénétiquement de l’Homme, sont capables de discriminer les intentions d’autrui. …”
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Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis Presenting as Bilateral Ptosis in a Sri Lankan Child by Ishara Kumarasiri, Ruwan Samararathna, Udara Sandakelum, Oshanie Muthukumarana, Reha Balasubramaniam, Sachith Mettananda

“…A 3-year-old Sri Lankan boy presented with drooping of the upper eyelids for three days and unsteady gait for two days. …”
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Modelling of the closed equilibrium system H2O–(CO2)W–CaCO3–NaH2PO4 for wastewater treatment applications by Ivar Zekker, Oleg Artemchuk, Ergo Rikmann, Kalev Uiga, Laura Daija, Faysal-Al Mamun, Andrejs E. Krauklis, Ruta Ozola-Davidane, Taavo Tenno, Toomas Tenno†

“…Water pollution caused by nitrogen and phosphorus compounds triggers algal blooms and poses challenges to aquatic organisms. …”
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Practice patterns among early-career primary care (ECPC) physicians and workforce planning implications: protocol for a mixed methods study by Richard J Gibson, Tara Sampalli, Tara Kiran, Richard H Glazier, Agnes Grudniewicz, Kimberlyn McGrail, David Snadden, Ian Scott, M Ruth Lavergne, Laurie J Goldsmith, David Rudoler, Emily Gard Marshall, Megan Ahuja, Doug Blackie, Fred Burge, Steve Hawrylyshyn, Lindsay Hedden, Jacalynne Hernandez-Lee, Kathleen Horrey, Mike Joyce, Adrian MacKenzie, Maria Mathews, Rita McCracken, Madeleine McKay, Charmaine McPherson, Goldis Mitra, Gail Tomblin Murphy, Sabrina T Wong

“…There is speculation that PCPs, especially those early in their careers, may now be working less and/or choosing to practice in focused clinical areas rather than comprehensive family medicine, but little evidence to support or refute this. …”
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Effect of Dry, Vacuum, and Modified Atmosphere Ageing on Physicochemical Properties of Roe Deer Meat by Natalia Kasałka-Czarna, Róża Biegańska-Marecik, Jędrzej Proch, Aleksandra Orłowska, Magdalena Montowska

“…Consumers around the world are choosing sustainable and unprocessed foods. Roe deer meat, due to the natural origin, is a source of organic and healthy meat. …”
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