Towards an unbiased jet energy loss measurement by Liliana Apolinário, Lénea Luís, José Guilherme Milhano, João M. Silva

“…We study the evolution of Q AA with jet radius, its sensitivity to minimum particle p T and medium response as implemented in two different models for jet evolution in heavy-ion collisions. Further, we use this procedure to establish that the difference between inclusive jet and γ+jet nuclear modification factors (R AA ) is dominated by differences in the spectral shape, leaving the colour charge of the jet initiating parton with a lesser role to play. …”
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Preliminary risk assessment of PFOS in former production sites: A case study in Hubei, China by Yiming Jiang, Ning Fang, Qiang Chen, Tao Long, Roland Weber, Jun Huang

“…Sound management of contaminated sites, particularly former manufacturing sites with potential heavy contamination, is crucial for the Parties to implement the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). …”
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Physical and Chemical Properties of Biodiesel Obtained from Amazon Sailfin Catfish (Pterygoplichthys pardalis) Biomass Oil by F. Anguebes-Franseschi, A. Bassam, M. Abatal, O. May Tzuc, C. Aguilar-Ucán, A. T. Wakida-Kusunoki, S. E. Diaz-Mendez, L. C. San Pedro

“…Finally, mineral analysis by atomic absorption showed the absence of heavy metals Cd, Ni, and Pb, as well as low concentrations of Ni, Fe, Cu, and Zn, demonstrating that the quality of the fuel is not compromised. …”
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Estudio de dosificaciones en laboratorio para pavimentos porosos de hormigón Laboratory study of mixture proportioning for pervious concrete pavement by Javier Castro, Hernán de Solminihac, Carlos Videla, Bonifacio Fernández

“…The samples were made in the laboratory and compacted with a heavy roller simulating site conditions. The results allow a good characterization of these mixtures both mechanical and hydraulic behavior. …”
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Clinical and diagnostic study of ovine chronic progressive pneumonia (Maedi-Visna) in sheep of Basrah, Iraq by Kamal M. AlSaad, Ali J. Lafta, Mohand H. Lafta, Jihad A. Ahmed

“…On post-mortem examinations, (40) dead carcasses show signs of progressive pneumonia, with an enlarged and heavy lung. Diseased lungs show whitish nodules on the parietal surface. …”
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Enhanced degradation performance of Ag-loaded BiOI composite photocatalysts for water pollutant removal by Chen Cong, Wang Shenghong, Wang Jiayuan, Sun Changfei, Li Denghui, Zhai Zhenjie

“…Finally, this article discusses the catalytic degradation mechanism of Ag composite catalyst materials based on experimental results, and provides a design strategy for loading heavy metals to improve the catalytic performance of materials.…”
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Significant role of anionic behavior of cocoyl glutamate on lead(II) ion adsorption towards activated carbon adsorbent from cigarette butts by Moh Zeinur Ridho, Retno Pertiwi, Eldo Delta Bagaskara, Raya Rambu Rambani, Chika Synthia Pitaloka, Fanta Mei Wahyuni, Istiqomah Rahmawati, Muhammad Reza

“…However, the synthesized CA lacks functional groups facilitating the interaction with adsorbate, like heavy metal. This paper investigates the effect of Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate (DCG) modification on CA towards lead(II) ion adsorptions. …”
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Optimal Control Strategy of Platform Load Oriented to Network and Load Cooperation by Xuesong Shao, Gaoying Cui, Xiao Chen, Xinrong Ji, Yongxian Yi

“…Based on the uncertainty and mathematical characterization method of the active response of flexible loads, the optimal combination control strategy of demand response resources was proposed to eliminate the problems of heavy load and overload of regional power grid equipment by using the active response ability of flexible loads. …”
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Scrolling and Stress: Exploring Internet Usage for Social Media and Psychological Distress in Young Adults by P C Pradeep Kumar, M Kishor, Archana Anthony Raj, M. Murugappan, Dhanabal S. Palaniswamy

“…More males (56.76%) than females (43.24%) use this excessively. Around 23% of these heavy users have four or more social media accounts. …”
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Investigating the Effect of Urban New Technologies on the Iranian Lorry Drivers’ Behavior by Abdolreza Sheikholeslami, Ehsan Ayazi, Ali Moghadari

“…In other words, the recognition of common driving offenses among heavy vehicle (truck) drivers and the effective factors in directing them to reduce driving offenses can consequently reduce the frequency and severity of accidents. …”
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Eco-Friendly Adsorbent from Waste of Mint: Application for the Removal of Hexavalent Chromium by Fatima Khammour, Fatouma Mohamed Abdoul-Latif, Ayoub Ainane, Jalludin Mohamed, Tarik Ainane

“…A serious environmental disaster is looming on the horizon due to the indiscriminate release of heavy metals into the soil and wastewater from human industrial practices. …”
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Spatiotemporal Variations in Chemical Composition of Wet Atmospheric Deposition in Mexico City by Elizabeth Vega, Ann Wellens, Ana Luisa Alarcón, Rodolfo Sosa, Monica Solano, Monica Jaimes-Palomera

“…The descending ion abundance trend was NH4+ > SO42− > NO3− > Ca2+ > Cl− > H+ > Mg2+ > Na+ > K+, probably associated with industrial activity, heavy traffic and agricultural activities. Although main precursors have decreased importantly, ion composition did not show a clear trend throughout the years. …”
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Pengembangan panduan konseling kelompok model SFBC Untuk menurunkan perilaku prokrastinasi akademik siswa sekolah menengah pertama by Dewa Ayu Sri Dharmapatni, Dewi Arum Widhayanti Metra Putri, Kadek Suranata

“…TheI aIim of the sreseIarch isI to deIveIlop and  teIst the cIonteInt valIiIdity and eIffeIctiveInesse oif the SIFBC grouIp counseIliIng guIidIebook to redIuce acadIemic procrastIinatIion beIhaviIor of jIunIior hiIgh scIhool stludents. This relsearch is a devellopmenlt resealrch that adlapts the  ADDIlEl devellopmenlt processl .This reselarch hasl gonel thlrough a clonltelnt vallidlity telst usels 5 expelrts asl elxpelrts. …”
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Positive Stress and Reflective Practice Among Entrepreneurs by Kati Tikkamäki, Päivi Heikkilä, Mari Ainasoja

“…While heavy stress loads seem an unavoidable aspect of entrepreneurship, the positive side of stress (often referred to as ‘eustress’) remains a neglected area of research. …”
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Removal of Contaminants from Industrial Lean Amine Solvent Using Polyacrylamide Hydrogels Optimized by Response Surface Methodology by Priyabrata Pal, Fawzi Banat

“…The hydrogel was used for the removal of total metal ions and total organic acid anions (known as heat-stable salts , HSSs) from industrial lean methyl diethanolamine solvents (MDEA, 50 wt% used by Gasco, Habshan, Abu Dhabi for natural gas sweetening). The presence of heavy-metal ions and HSS is responsible for many problems such as corrosion, foaming and fouling of the equipment. …”
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Essential and risk elements in horses affect haematology, serum biochemistry and oxidative status parameters by Marko Halo, Róbert Kirchner, Filip Tirpák, Tomáš Slanina, Katarína Tokárová, Anton Kováčik, Michal Miškeje, Agnieszka Greń, Grzegorz Formicki, Marko Halo, Roberto Madeddu, Peter Massányi

“…The obtained data could be used as a control indicator to identify risk hazards related to the heavy metals in relation to the health of animals.…”
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Acute Myotonometric Changes in the Masseter and Upper Trapezius Muscles After Upper Body Quarter Stretching and Coordination Exercises or Chewing by Marša Magdič, Miloš Kalc, Matjaž Vogrin

“…This study evaluated the impact of two guided interventions—relaxing exercises targeting the neck and masticatory muscles (“Exercise”) and heavy chewing using six chewing gums (“Chewing”)—on the masseter and upper trapezius muscles. …”
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Genomic analysis and antibiotic resistance of a multidrug-resistant bacterium isolated from pharmaceutical wastewater treatment plant sludge by Ningyu Sun, Hu Gao, Xinbo Zhang, Zeyou Chen, Anping Peng

“…Co-sensitization experiments revealed that when antibiotics are co-existing with heavy metal ions (such as TET and Cd2+, AMP and Cu2+) could enhance the resistance of N4 to them. …”
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Dual stress, equivalent harm? hypothesizing on the type of interactions between waterlogging and high temperature by Rocío A. Ploschuk, Roxana Savin, Gustavo A. Slafer, Gustavo A. Slafer

“…Episodes of extreme weather, such as high temperatures and heavy rains causing waterlogging, have been becoming more frequent due to climate change, posing risks to crops and reducing growth and yield. …”
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Comparative Study of Fuel and Greenhouse Gas Consumption of a Hybrid Vehicle Compared to Spark Ignition Vehicles by Edgar Vicente Rojas-Reinoso, Michael Anacleto-Fernández, Jonathan Utreras-Alomoto, Carlos Carranco-Quiñonez, Carmen Mata

“…The numerical model compared the values of fuel consumption measured with those calculated on all the routes with the highest traffic, finally indicating which vehicle with the smallest cylinder capacity is optimal, with an average consumption of 14 km/l on each route compared to a hybrid vehicle with an average consumption of 8.5 km/l per route, for better fuel performance within the Metropolitan District of Quito, in heavy traffic conditions. This study conducts a comparison of the consumption between a hybrid vehicle and spark ignition vehicles through the real driving cycle on routes considered to be of greater influx, to determine which vehicle has lower consumption and, therefore, greater energy efficiency in Quito City.…”
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