Integration of fly ash and ground granulated blast furnace slag into palm oil fuel ash based geopolymer concrete: a review by Ying Yi Tan, Hanizam Awang, Noor Haida Mohd Kaus

“…A notable result of the review is that the inclusion of aluminium oxide and iron (III) oxide in FA improves the chloride binding capability, resulting to a dense microstructure with high strength. In addition, the presence of calcium oxide in FA and GGBS enhances the creation of C-S-H, N-A-S-H, and C-A-S-H gels, resulting in a decrease in porosity and an enhancement of the fresh and mechanical characteristics. …”

Study on Artifacts Elimination for Three-Dimensional Interaction Virtual Reality Corridors by Xiaofan Liu, Jinye Wang, Wenjun Zheng, Ying Chen, Er Wu

“…Finally, it smooths the deviated data after blinking-artifact elimination. Additionally, the method eliminates shadow-artifacts by improving the local brightness balance across the three color channels. …”
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Incremental benefits from the increasing in the production of koi fish Cyprinus carpio var. koi culture by Iis Diatin, Dini F Nuristy, Ahmad Teduh, Muhammad Mujahid

“…Metode yang digunakan adalah studi kasus pada kelompok pembudidaya ikan hias koi PPFF di Sukabumi. Analisis finansial yang digunakan meliputi analisis usaha, kriteria investasi dan sensitivitas. …”
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Nutritional interventions to prevent and reduce overweight and obesity during postacute stroke rehabilitation: a scoping review protocol by Dorthe Sørensen, Lena Aadal, Mette Nørtoft

“…The objective of this scoping review is to identify and map the body of literature on professional nutritional interventions aimed at preventing or reducing overweight and obesity during postacute stroke rehabilitation.Methods and analysis The review follows the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for scoping reviews. …”
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Nuclear Factor I-C Regulates Stemness Genes and Proliferation of Stem Cells in Various Mineralized Tissue through Epithelial-Mesenchymal Interactions in Dental Epithelial Stem Cell... by Dong-Seol Lee, Yeo Joon Song, Hye Ri Gug, Ji-Hyun Lee, Hyun Sook Bae, Joo-Cheol Park

“…In conclusion, these results suggest that Nfic is a crucial factor for maintaining the stem cell niche of mineralized tissues and provides a possibility for Nfic as an additional factor in improving reprogramming efficiency.…”
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A modeling of budget optimization for the strategic plan of universities by different faculties: a case study in Allameh Tabataba'i University by Hassan Rashidi, Morteza Khorsandi, Fatemeh Shams

“…One of the main sources for realizing the strategic plan is financial resources, which the university often faces with a lack of funds. In addition, sudden economic shocks add to the instability and make it necessary to use the university's financial resources effectively.Methodology: A mathematical optimization model of the type of integers is presented for the management and optimal allocation of financial resources according to the performance and effectiveness of universities' scientific activities.Findings: This model has been implemented to realize nine different activities in the strategic plan of Allameh Tabatabai University, separated by faculties. …”
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Evidence-based Algorithms for Free Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Salvage in Autologous Breast Reconstruction by Anna R. Todd, MD, PhD, FRCSC, Mawaddah Alrajraji, MD, Kathryn Sawa, MD, Joan E. Lipa, MD, MSc, Laura Snell, MD, MSc

“…Nonconstricting flap inset after take-back, salvage medical strategies and postoperative management following flap failure were additionally included. Algorithms 2 (venous congestion) and 3 (vascular thrombosis) provide specific intraoperative strategies surrounding mechanical decompression, pedicle exposure, assessment and extraction of thrombosis, identification and use of alternative recipient vessels, and the usage of intraoperative thrombolytics. …”
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An Improved Predictive Model for Determining the Permeability Coefficient of Artificial Clayey Soil Based on Double T2 Cut-Offs by Zhen Lu, Aimin Sha, Junfeng Gao, Meng Jia, Wentong Wang

“…Compared with the typical TC model, the prediction accuracy of the improved model was much higher. In addition, the relationships between the double T2 cut-offs and fractal dimension (D) of the T2 spectrum of saturated artificial clayey soil were also identified.…”
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Algorithm and Methods for Analyzing Power Consumption Behavior of Industrial Enterprises Considering Process Characteristics by Pavel Ilyushin, Boris Papkov, Aleksandr Kulikov, Konstantin Suslov

“…This is justified because it becomes possible to fulfill the production plan with technological fluctuations in productivity and, accordingly, power consumption, which exceeds the nominal values by more than 5%. In addition, the emission characteristics are clear, easy to measure, and allow the transition from analog to digital information presentation. …”
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N-Alkyl-Substituted Isatins Enhance P2X7 Receptor-Induced Interleukin-1β Release from Murine Macrophages by Ronald Sluyter, Kara L. Vine

“…In conclusion, this study demonstrates that N-alkyl-substituted isatins enhance P2X7 receptor-induced IL-1β release from murine macrophages. Thus, in addition to direct anticancer effects, these compounds may also impact inflammatory and immune cells within the tumor microenvironment.…”
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Evaluation of Inflammation-Related Proteins in Multiple Sclerosis Disease with Relapses and Remissions by Nisa Hocaoğlu, Nur Damla Korkmaz, Birsen Elibol, Zehra Cemre Karakayalı, Şule Terzioğlu-Uşak, Azize Esra Gürsoy

“…After RNA isolation and cDNA conversion, NLRP3, ASC, NLRX1, IL-1β, and IL-18 gene expressions were measured in real time-polymerase chain reaction. In addition, the protein levels of the NLRP3 and ASC were determined from serum samples by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. …”
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease related to wood smoke and impact of the combined exposure to tobacco by C.A. Torres-Duque, C. Jaramillo, A. Caballero, N.J. Proaños-Jurado, M.J. Pareja-Zabala, J.B. Soriano, M. González-García

“…Similarly, COPD subjects exposed to both types of smoke have more symptoms and greater airflow obstruction. This suggests an additive effect of WS and TS.…”
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Avian colibacillosis – current aspects by A. O. Gerasimova, O. B. Novikova, A. A. Savicheva

“…The disease spread is closely associated with antibiotic resistance problem because a diseased carrier bird may be a reservoir of antibiotic-resistant Escherichia coli strains. In addition, genes of virulence and resistance have been proven to be transferred from avian Escherichia strains toextra intestinal pathogenic strains that are dangerous to humans. …”
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The role of Ca2+ signalling and InsP3R in the pathogenesis of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy by Dan Pan, Mengting Jiang, Guoxian Tao, Jinmei Shi, Zhiwei Song, Ren Chen, Dongguo Wang

“…The observed decrease in Ca2+ was associated with an increase in total bile acids, but there was no significant correlation.Conclusions Our results revealed that the expression of InsP3R and serum Ca2+ levels was significantly decreased in the liver tissue of ICP model rats. Additionally, Ca2+ levels were found to be negatively correlated with the level of glycocholic acid.…”
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Use of building wastes and red mud as CO2 sorbent and catalyst for the production of hydrogen by Despina Vamvuka, Stavroula Panagiotidou, Agapi Orfanoudaki

“… In the context of low-carbon and circular economy, this study aimed to develop a method for producing biofuels rich in hydrogen, using exclusively waste materials as energy sources or beneficial additives. Selected materials were forest and agricultural wastes as feedstocks, as well as demolition wastes from construction activities and red mud (RM) waste from the aluminum industry as a novel CO2 sorbent and catalyst, respectively. …”
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Constant high-level visual acuity during total laparoscopic hysterectomy using the OpClear® system by R. Evans, A. Taylor

“…Consequently, in highly comparable cases, OpClear usage resulted in a 17-minute reduction in operating time over cases performed without the device. Additionally, in the OpClear group, there were trends towards reduced blood loss and shorter hospital stays, with patients in the OpClear group being discharged on first rather than second postoperatively.Conclusions The findings of this audit suggest that the OpClear system provides continuous high-level vision during laparoscopic hysterectomy. …”
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A new protective glass material against gamma ray: Thorough analysis to determine the impact of adding gadolinium (III) oxide by M.I. Sayyed, K.A. Mahmoud, Taha A. Hanafy

“….% increases the fabricated glass samples' density from 4.052 to 4.408 g/cm3. Additionally, the Makishima-Mackenzie model was utilized to investigate the influence of PbO2+Gd2O3 on the mechanical properties of the investigated glass samples. …”
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The Composition of Emissions from Sanding Corian® with Different Sandpapers by Seungkoo Kang, Huayan Liang, Yong Qian, Chaolong Qi

“…The size-classified dust samples from MOUDI were analyzed for elemental aluminum content. Additionally, air samples were analyzed for characterizing methyl methacrylate (MMA). …”
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Care-seeking in the presence of signs of sexually transmitted infections in Moroccan women: A comparison between the COVID-19 pandemic and pre-pandemic era by Nezha Nacer, Nadia Ouzennou, Samia Rkha

“…It was a comparative analysis of the programmatic data from April, May, and June 2019 and from April, May, and June 2020. In addition, data were collected from women of childbearing age in 2021 via a questionnaire. …”
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The helper strategy in vector-transmission of plant viruses by Di Mattia, Jérémy, Zeddam, Jean-Louis, Uzest, Marilyne, Blanc, Stéphane

“…In addition, while it had consistently been shown that the sequential acquisition of HC and virus particles could only work when HC was acquired first, a recent report shows that the reverse acquisition sequence can work in some case, again questioning the bridge hypothesis as a universal mode of action. …”
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