GENETIC SOURCES FOR BREEDING BUSHY AND SHORT-VINE WATERMELON CULTIVARS by G. A. Tekhanovich, A. G. Elatskova, Yu. A. Elatskova

“…They possess resistance to diseases (fusarium wilt and anthracnose) and environmental stressors. The lines are offered for use in the breeding of new bushy and short-vine cultivars and improvement of the existing ones, with various combinations of morpho-biological and economic traits. …”
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ANAPUS GYVENIMO IR MIRTIES DUALIZMO: BUDISTINĖ EGZISTENCIJOS INTERPRETACIJA by Agnė Budriūnaitė

“…To accept death as intrinsic essence of life (death-in-life) and live with the existential anxiety; or to measure life and death by dimensions of eternity and to look forward to eternal life without fear of death (life-in-death). The buddhism offers another way of thinking by equalizing life and death and showing the illusiveness of ‘Self’. …”
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Influence of different polymeric materials of implant and attachment on stress distribution in implant-supported overdentures: a three-dimensional finite element study by Sherif Elsayed, Yousra Ahmed, Mohamed I. El-Anwar, Enas Elddamony, Reem Ashraf

“…Both PEEK and PEKK Polymer models offered no advantage over titanium one regarding stress shielding effect, due to low stress and strain values generated at spongy peri-implant bone in polymer models.…”
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Natural language processing to identify suicidal ideation and anhedonia in major depressive disorder by L. Alexander Vance, Leslie Way, Deepali Kulkarni, Emily O. C. Palmer, Abhijit Ghosh, Melissa Unruh, Kelly M. Y. Chan, Amey Girdhari, Joydeep Sarkar

“…Integrating structured and unstructured data offers a comprehensive view of MDD’s trajectory, helping healthcare providers deliver timely, effective interventions. …”
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Evaluating Medical Students' Perspectives on the CBME Curriculum: A Qualitative Exploration of Curriculum Structure, Pedagogical Approaches, and Educational Integration by Amit Kumar Kamboj, Mudit Sharma, Rashmi Ramanathan, Vivin Vincent, Jeevithan Shanmugam

“…Thematic analysis was applied to identify recurrent themes, offering a comprehensive understanding of student experiences within the CBME framework. …”
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Mechanical properties of Portland cement concrete mixed with different doses of recycled brick powder and steel fiber by Mohammad Mohtasham Moein, Ali Mohtasham Moein, Ashkan Saradar, Sam E. Rigby, Hassan Tazari, Moses Karakouzian

“…The combination of lengths (20-mm and 50-mm steel fibers) demonstrated the greatest impact resistance, offering potential applications in infrastructure elements requiring improved durability, such as bridge decks, industrial flooring, and earthquake-resistant structures. …”
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Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors +/− Chemotherapy for Patients With NSCLC and Brain Metastases: A Systematic Review and Network Meta‐Analysis by Lauren Julia Brown, Nicholas Yeo, Harriet Gee, Benjamin Y. Kong, Eric Hau, Inês Pires daSilva, Adnan Nagrial

“…This network meta‐analysis suggests combination chemoimmunotherapy offers PFS benefit over ICI monotherapy in BM patients, warranting direct comparisons in clinical trials. …”
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A systematic review of interventions targeting Anopheles stephensi [version 1; peer review: 2 approved] by Alison M Reynolds, Patricia Doumbe Belisse, Martin J Donnelly, Anne L Wilson, David Weetman

“…Conclusions Long-lasting insecticidal nets and indoor residual spraying are effective in controlling, An. stephensi-transmitted malaria and reducing vector density, with repellents offering a complementary approach, especially in urban areas where this vector thrives. …”
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Case Report: Robot-assisted laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy: a case series and initial experience by Guangju Ge, Haihong Wang, Qiming Zheng, Shuai Zhang, Huan Wang, Liang Ma

“…The robotic approach offers enhanced precision and visualization compared to traditional open or laparoscopic techniques, potentially leading to improved outcomes regarding intraoperative tumor control and reduced postoperative complications. …”
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Needle tracking and segmentation in breast ultrasound imaging based on spatio-temporal memory network by Qiyun Zhang, Jiawei Chen, Jinhong Wang, Haolin Wang, Yi He, Yi He, Bin Li, Zhemin Zhuang, Huancheng Zeng

“…By advancing the precision of needle localization, this model contributes to enhanced reliability in ultrasound-guided breast tumor biopsy, ultimately supporting safer and more effective clinical outcomes.DiscussionThe model proposed in this paper demonstrates robust performance in the computer-aided tracking and segmentation of biopsy needles in ultrasound imaging, specifically for ultrasound-guided breast tumor biopsy, offering dependable technical support for clinical procedures.…”
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Identification of novel anti-CD16a antibody clones for the development of effective natural killer cell engagers by Bill Liao, Christine Tumanut, Lin Li, Adam Corper, Dilip Challa, Alex Chang, Hydari Begum, Elinaz Farokhi, Catherine Woods, Xiaomin Fan

“…These anti-CD16a antibody clones are promising candidates for combination with any TAA of interest, offering the potential for novel NK cell engager-based cancer therapeutics that are minimally affected by the high concentrations of human IgG in the circulation.…”
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Clinical efficacy and learning curve of percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy for symptomatic cervical spondylotic radiculopathy by Xiao Sun, Lijuan Zhan, Zhongxin Tang, Mingkui Shen, Haijun Ma, Jun Tan

“…Conclusions PECD is a safe and effective procedure for treating single-segment CSR, offering clinical outcomes comparable to ACDF. PECD has a notable learning curve, requiring beginners to perform 23 cases to reach proficiency. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Multicriteria Decision-Making Methods for Bus Washing Process Selection: A Case Study by Paulo Ávila, Alzira Mota, Eliana Oliveira, Hélio Castro, Luís Pinto Ferreira, João Bastos, O. Fernandes Nuno, Joaquim Moreira

“…There are several technical solutions for washing buses offering different performances, making it difficult to choose the one that best meets the requirements of each specific case. …”
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Laser-based 3D printing and optical characterization of optical micro-nanostructures inspired by nocturnal insects compound eyes by Bogdan Stefanita Calin, Roxana Cristina Popescu, Eugenia Tanasa, Irina Alexandra Paun

“…Abstract Nature offers unique examples that help humans produce artificial systems which mimic specific functions of living organisms and provide solutions to complex technical problems of the modern world. …”
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Identification of biomarkers for chronic lymphocytic leukemia risk: a proteome-wide Mendelian randomization study by Changyu Jin, Zehong Lu, Yuzhan Chen, Huijie Hu, Miao Zhou, Yanli Zhang, Guifang Ouyang, Tongyu Li, Lixia Sheng

“…Conclusion This study identifies nine plasma proteins linked to CLL risk, with PPIE offering new insights into the disease's pathogenesis. …”
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Extracellular volume fraction and native T1 mapping in diabetic cardiomyopathy: a comprehensive meta-analysis by Ahmed Marey, Ali Alabdullah, Hossam Ghorab, Fatima Ali, Jawdat Abdulla, Akhil Narang, Muhammad Umair

“…Cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR), specifically extracellular volume fraction (ECV) and native T1 mapping, offers a non-invasive approach to quantify MF. This study aims to evaluate the utility of ECV and native T1 mapping as biomarkers for cardiac fibrosis and to assess their relationship with diabetes severity, measured by hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C), in patients with T2DM. …”
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Pesticide susceptibility monitoring of fall armyworms (Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith)): a simple methodology for information-sharing among Southeast Asian countries by Supangkana Thirawut, Woravit Sutjaritthammajariyangkun, Artit Rukkasikorn, Pruetthichat Punyawattoe, Uraporn Noonart, Youichi Kobori

“…However, the resistance coefficient values indicated that S. frugiperda developed low resistance to only one pesticide (lufenuron). This study offers helpful information for insecticide selection and improved resistance management of fall armyworms in Thailand.…”
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Proximally based sural artery flap for the reconstruction of soft tissue defects around the knee and proximal third of the leg in India: a clinical study by Lakshmi Palukuri, Sreedharala Srinivas, Dharmapuri Madhulika, Sanujit Pawde, Ajo Sebastian, Swathi Sankar, Sandeep Reddy Chintha

“…Conclusions The proximally based sural fasciocutaneous flap serves as the primary method for reconstructing medium to large soft tissue defects around the knee and the proximal third of the leg. This technique offers thin, reliable, sensate, and stable soft tissue coverage, and can cover larger defects with minimal complications.…”
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Water–saving irrigation combined with N–loaded clinoptilolite enhances nutrient yield, and water productivity by improving rice root characteristics: A combined PCA–SEM analysis... by Yang Sun, Qi Wu, Daocai Chi, Hongyang Chen, Suyun Zhu, Qingliang Liu

“…These findings underscore the potential for N–loaded clinoptilolite to be adopted as a key component in sustainable agricultural practices, offering a pathway to optimize resource use, reduce environmental impact, and improve crop productivity in water–limited regions.…”
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Preconception Care Uptake and Immediate Outcomes among Discordant Couples Accessing Routine HIV Care in Kenya by Nyawira Gitahi, Sheila Juliet Eshiwani, Kenneth Mutai, Jared Ongechi Mecha, James Njogu Kiarie

“…We included data on couples who expressed a desire to conceive and were offered preconception care and followed up for 29 months. …”
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