Numerical Investigation of Ultra-Wide Low-Frequency Wave Attenuation Using Seismic Metamaterials with Auxetic Slender Strips by Haosheng Liu, Hongbo Zhang

“…To further enhance the attenuation, the number of periods in the propagation direction can be increased. Additionally, we systematically explored the influence of geometric parameters on the first complete band gap. …”
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Coexistence of blaMIR-1 and blaNDM-1 resistance genes with a novel ST type in Enterobacter roggenkampii from a stool sample: A genome sequencing study by Qin Wang, Sayyed Salman, Ye Luo, XiaoMei Tong

“…A new sequence type distinct from ST2392, ST3014, with a unique rplB genotype was identified. Additionally, the genome harbours three antibiotic resistance genes and a newly discovered plasmid, pL3897_NDM, highlighting the need for surveillance of drug-resistant pathogens. …”
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Relative Performance of Model Selection Criteria for Cox Proportional Hazards Regression Based on Kullback’s Symmetric Divergence by Clarisse Houénafa Dete, Bruno Enagnon Lokonon, Kossi Essona Gneyou, Marcel Senou, Romain Glèlè Kakaï

“…However, AIC and AICc outperform the KIC family criteria for relatively small to moderate sample sizes n=30,50,100 in true model (containing only the relevant covariates) selection. In addition, BIC tends to favor underfitted models over KIC family criteria. …”
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Innovative Diversity Metrics in Hierarchical Population‐Based Differential Evolution for PEM Fuel Cell Parameter Optimization by Mohammad Khishe, Pradeep Jangir, Arpita, Sunilkumar P. Agrawal, Sundaram B. Pandya, Anil Parmar, Laith Abualigah

“…Furthermore, the voltage–current (V–I), power‐current (P–I), and error characteristics derived from the HPDE algorithm consistently align with both simulated and experimental data across all seven models of PEMFCs. Additionally, HPDE has shown to outperform various versions of DE algorithms, providing superior results.…”
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Zoonotic Parasites and Their Association With Human Activities in Northern Tanzania: An Integrated Ecosystem Approach for One Health by Barakaeli Abdieli Ndossi, Eblate Ernest Mjingo, Hansol Park, Dongmin Lee, Mohammed Mebarek Bia, Heejae Yang, Sungbo Seo, Keeseon S. Eom

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Logistic Stewardship: Supporting Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs Based on Antibiotics Goods Flow by Bianca Leistner, Dominic Rauschning, Ralf Matthias Hagen, Franziska Srečec, Nico Tom Mutters, Ruth Weppler, Christina Mutschnik, Manuel Döhla

“…Results: The total PDD/DDD quotient was 0.69. Four logistical patterns were identified. …”
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Vegetative Propagation of Perennial Cut Flower Flax (Linum spp.) in a Controlled Environment by Elizabeth A. Goodman, Neil O. Anderson

“…Perennial flax vegetative propagation may be successful using 1000 ppm IBA for 4 weeks to multiply GH stock plants and produce plugs (liners) for shipping and CF production. Additional research will be needed to define the timing and cultural requirements for successful shipping of vernalized, finished (rooted, robust growth) plugs for perennial CF flax cultivars.…”
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Multi-omic and machine learning analysis of mitochondrial RNA modification genes in lung adenocarcinoma for prognostic and therapeutic implications by Xiao Zhang, Jiatao Liu, Yaolin Cao, Wei Wang, Haoran Lin, Yue Yu

“…Our findings uniquely link MRMS to increased tumor mutational burden, genetic instability, and an immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment characterized by reduced immune cell infiltration and elevated tumor purity. Additionally, MRMS is associated with immunotherapy-related features, suggesting its potential in predicting treatment response. …”
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Machine learning-based prognostic model for patients with anaplastic thyroid carcinoma by Yihan Sun, Da Lin, Xiangyang Deng, Yinlong Zhang

“…The RSF model exceeded the Cox model in performance based on the C-index and AUC. Additionally, the DCA curve indicated that the RSF model provided substantial clinical benefit. …”
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Three-Dimensional Evaluation of the Effects of Different Treatment Methods on Pharyngeal Airways in Patients with Skeletal Class III Malocclusion by Mevlude Yuce Polat, İsmail Ceylan

“…These results highlight that early orthodontic interventions, such as RME and FM, can improve both airway patency and overall respiratory function, in addition to addressing skeletal Class III malocclusion.…”
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A Line of Sight/Non Line of Sight Recognition Method Based on the Dynamic Multi-Level Optimization of Comprehensive Features by Ziyao Ma, Zhongliang Deng, Zidu Tian, Yingjian Zhang, Jizhou Wang, Jilong Guo

“…A mamba module with position coding is added to each layer to capture the local patterns of wireless signals under complex propagation phenomena by extracting local features, enabling the model to understand the evolution of signals over time in a deeper way. In addition, this paper proposes an improved sand cat search algorithm for network parameter search, which improves search efficiency and search accuracy. …”
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Another way? An investigation into an institution’s use of the Wayson stain in re-evaluating “no organisms seen” on Gram stain smears from positive blood cultures by Christopher C. Attaway, Jessica Smith, Daniel D. Rhoads

“…A Gram stain is used to visualize and characterize the microbial growth in the broth and initiate additional testing. When no organisms are seen (NOS) on Gram stain, in our laboratory, bottles are reevaluated with a Wayson stain, a rapid one-step stain that provides contrast between organisms and the background, especially in Gram-negative organisms. …”
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Macroinvertebrates composition as determinants of larval abundance in the dragonfly Miathyria marcella in tropical wetlands by M.I. Moreno Pallares, M.A. Bonilla Gómez, G.H. Guillot Monroy, A.C. Torregroza-Espinosa

“…Obtained data were used to analyze invertebrate abundance and a non-parametric multidimensional scaling analysis was applied. In addition, a correlation analysis was conducted between macroinvertebrate composition and Miathyria  marcella larval abundance.FINDINGS: A total of 2586 larvae, and 12925 individual macroinvertebrates were collected, distributed in 25 orders and 58 families. …”
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Potential Antioxidant Activity of New Tetracyclic and Pentacyclic Nonlinear Phenothiazine Derivatives by Godwill Azeh Engwa, Eugene Lekem Ayuk, Benardeth Ujunwa Igbojekwe, Marcellus Unaegbu

“…The global increase in oxidative stress related diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular, and inflammatory diseases caused by overwhelming level of free radicals in the body has encouraged the search for new antioxidant agents. …”
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Association of Chlamydia trachomatis infection with cervical atypia in adolescent women with short-term or long-term use of oral contraceptives: a longitudinal study in HPV vaccina... by Indira Adhikari, Tiina Eriksson, Tapio Luostarinen, Dan Apter, Matti Lehtinen, Katja Harjula, Pekka Nieminen, Mari Hokkanen

“…This observed joint effect was 1.6 times higher than expected on a multiplicative scale. On additive scale, the observed relative excess risk from interaction was 1.8.Conclusion The risk of SIL in HPV vaccinated women is significantly increased if they are C. trachomatis positive and have used OC for 5 or more years. …”
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Laboratory analysis to determine the accurate characteristics of urban food waste by A. Charkhestani, D. Yousefi Kebria

“…In addition, heating value investigation by empirical models based on proximate analysis (13.6 MJ/kg) was closer to the bomb calorimeter results (13.4 MJ/kg) in average. …”
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The AMPK–mTOR Pathway Is Inhibited by Chaihu Shugan Powder, Which Relieves Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis by Suppressing Autophagic Ferroptosis by Zheng Liang, Dajin Pi, Jianwei Zhen, Haizhen Yan, Chuiyang Zheng, July Liang Chen, Wen Fan, Qingliang Song, Jinyue Pan, Dongdong Liu, Maoxing Pan, Qinhe Yang, Yupei Zhang

“…We found that CSP was able to reduce lipid buildup and inflammation in mice. In addition, a total of 1009 genes exhibited enrichment in both the autophagy and ferroptosis pathways. …”
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Chatting your way to quitting: A longitudinal exploration of smokers' interaction with a cessation chatbot by Linwei He, Erkan Basar, Reinout W. Wiers, Marjolijn L. Antheunis, Emiel Krahmer

“…Future research should further validate these findings with randomized controlled trials. Additional efforts should focus on monitoring and maintaining user experience in the long term to enhance effectiveness.…”
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Pretreatment of Ascorbic Acid Inhibits MPTP-Induced Astrocytic Oxidative Stress through Suppressing NF-κB Signaling by Xiaokang Zeng, Kai Xu, Ji Wang, Yunqi Xu, Shaogang Qu

“…Furthermore, in vivo studies revealed that AA preadministration also suppressed NF-κB and upregulated the expression levels of antioxidative substances in the midbrain of MPTP-treated mice. Additionally, pretreatment of AA alleviated MPTP-induced PD-like pathology in mice. …”
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Altered Brain Activity and Effective Connectivity within the Nonsensory Cortex during Stimulation of a Latent Myofascial Trigger Point by Xinglou Li, Meiling Luo, Yan Gong, Ning Xu, Congcong Huo, Hui Xie, Shouwei Yue, Zengyong Li, Yonghui Wang

“…This study demonstrates that the nonsensory cortex PFC, MC, and OL can participate in the cortical reactions induced by stimulation of a latent MTrP. Additionally, the PFC shows nonnegligible higher activation and weakened regulation than other brain regions. …”
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