A Patient Flow Analysis: Identification of Process Inefficiencies and Workflow Metrics at an Ambulatory Endoscopy Unit by Rowena Almeida, William G. Paterson, Nancy Craig, Lawrence Hookey

“…The mean duration spent in the endoscopy room was 31.47 min for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy, 52.93 min for a colonoscopy, 30.47 min for a flexible sigmoidoscopy, and 66.88 min for a double procedure. …”
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Recent Progress about Flight Delay under Complex Network by Tang Zhixing, Huang Shan, Han Songchen

“…Complex network was introduced into research studies on flight delays due to its low complexity, high flexibility in model building, and accurate explanation about real world. …”
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ORGANIZATIONAL COMPONENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE IMPROVEMENT by Mykhailo Shkilniak, Yaroslav Zhovnirchik, Nataliya Kryvokulska

“…It is stated that the institute of public service is undergoing constant development in terms of legal, organizational, personnel, information and communication support, which in modern conditions allows for certain flexibility of public service and its adaptation to modern conditions and challenges. …”
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Electrochemical conversion of methane measured by anode out gas monitoring over Ce–Co–Cu anode electrocatalysts by Bernardo Jordão Moreira Sarruf, Robert Steinberger-Wilckens, Paulo Emílio Valadão de Miranda

“…Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) enable the highly efficient conversion of fuels to electricity, offering notable fuel flexibility. However, conventional nickel-based SOFC anode materials currently available on the market are unable to effectively utilise low-carbon fuels without succumbing to carbon deposition, which degrades the anode rapidly. …”
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Barriers to Implementing Intermittent Catheterisation in Spinal Cord Injury Patients in Northwest Regional Spinal Injuries Centre, Southport, U.K. by Subramanian Vaidyanathan, Bakul M. Soni, Gurpreet Singh, Tun Oo, Peter L. Hughes

“…Barriers to intermittent catheterisation are (1) caregivers or nurses are not available to carry out five or six catheterisations a day; (2) lack of time to perform intermittent catheterisations; (3) unavailability of suitable toilet facilities in public places, including restaurants and offices; (4) redundant prepuce in a male patient, which prevents ready access to urethral meatus; (5) urethral false passage; (6) urethral sphincter spasm requiring the use of flexible-tip catheters and α-drenoceptor–blocking drugs; (7) reluctance to perform intermittent catheterisation in patients >60 years by some health professionals; and (8) difficulty in accessing the urethral meatus for catheterisation while the patient is sitting up, especially in female patients. …”
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Footprints of the Future: Cleaner and Faster Transportation with Shared E-Scooter Operational Models by Ömer Kaya

“…Shared e-scooters have emerged as a convenient and sustainable transportation option in urban areas, providing users with a flexible and efficient way to travel short distances within a city. …”
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The influence of pandemics in neighborhoods’ public realms: Experts’ point of view in light of social capital by A. Asadpour, H. Nikounam Nezami

“…. >0.022) indicators between the two groups of experts.CONCLUSION: Re-programming activity and restructuring physical (social interaction) developing and expanding green and open spaces and physical and functional flexibility (spatial equity) are the most important indicators for promoting public realms.…”
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Metformin Facilitates Osteoblastic Differentiation and M2 Macrophage Polarization by PI3K/AKT/mTOR Pathway in Human Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells by Min Shen, Huihui Yu, Yunfeng Jin, Jiahang Mo, Jingni Sui, Xiaohan Qian, Tong Chen

“…Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are the most promising multipotent stem cells that can differentiate into osteoblasts, chondrocytes, and adipocytes. This cellular flexibility contributes to widespread clinical use of MSCs in tissue repair and regeneration. …”
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Study of a Remote Wind Resource Assessment System Integrated with Internet of Things by Filian Arbiyani, Filbert Filbert, Anthony Nathanael Theo

“…This remote WRA system also provides flexibility in real-time data collection since it is accessible anytime and anywhere, thereby reducing the need for site visits during deployment.…”
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Study on Sensitivity Parameters Analysis of Grouting Reinforcement Underpassing Existing Subway Tunnel by Numerical Modeling by Zaiqiang Hu, Bin Ma, Xingzhou Chen, Lili Chen

“…The stability of the surrounding rock increases with decreasing principal stress difference and increasing range. (4) The actual monitored data show that the surface settlement can be effectively reduced by handling of grouting reinforcement parameters flexibly, which can meet the control standards.…”
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<i>Turbat al-Ḥusayn</i>: Modern Presentation of an Early Shīʿī Practice by S. M. Hadi Gerami, Zinab Aghagolizadeh

“…The study concludes that <i>turbat al-ḥusayn</i> transcends its ritualistic and spiritual origins, serving as a flexible and enduring symbol of Shīʿī identity. Its evolving interpretations underscore the interplay between tradition and modernity, highlighting its ongoing relevance in both devotional life and socio-political discourse.…”
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DESIGN AND RESEARCH ON MODULAR CUTTERHEAD AND MAIN DRIVE OF VARIABLE MEASUREMENT RECTANGLE PIPE JACKING MACHINE by ZHANG HaoWen, LUO HongMei, ZHENG Jun, GUO Tao, WANG YuChen

“…Based on the force analysis of the module, the ANSYS was used to carry out static analysis and modal analysis on the cutterhead and crankshaft, and the stress value, deformation and inherent frequency of the cutterhead and crankshaft under the maximum load condition were obtained; Through the rigid-flexible coupling dynamics simulation, the crankshaft load spectrum is obtained. …”
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Exploring the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Learning Experience, Mental Health, Adaptability, and Resilience Among Health Informatics Master’s Students: Focus Group Study by Nadia Davoody, Natalia Stathakarou, Cara Swain, Stefano Bonacina

“…ResultsThe results highlight the benefits of increased autonomy and flexibility and identify challenges such as technical difficulties, diminished social interactions, and psychological impacts. …”
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A Phenomenological Studies of Special Education Teachers and Parents Lived Experiences In Upholding Learners With Disability (Lwd) In Transition Program During Pandemic by Sheila J Villareal, Francisco P Panopio Jr, Consortia S Tan, Marcial M Bandoy, Lerma P Buenvinida

“…The emerging themes for the teachers lived experiences revealed flexibility and adaptability in times of pandemic, the power of communication, and effective problem-solving strategies. …”
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Natural Cycle Frozen Embryo Transfer: Evaluating Optimal Protocols for Preparation and Timing by Kai N. Holder, Jessica S. Mormol, Jennifer B. Bakkensen, Mary Ellen Pavone, Kara N. Goldman, Chen Yeh, Lutfiyya N. Muhammad, Lia A. Bernardi

“…Conclusion: In NC-FET, a variety of preparation and timing protocols may lead to comparable cycle outcomes, potentially allowing for flexibility on the basis of patient and physician preference. …”
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Evaluating Safety Issues for Taxi Transport Management by Kayvan Aghabayk, Sina Rejali, Seyed Alireza Samerei, Nirajan Shiwakoti

“…Recommendations for increasing the safety of taxis include the use of GPS in taxis to monitor and evaluate drivers, receiving crash reports from police and submitting monthly safety assessment reports, flexibility in drivers’ working hours’ schedule, providing training on drivers fatigue management, and evaluating drivers’ health.…”
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Numerical Study of Concentric Brace Equipped with the Eccentric Elements for Strengthening Buildings by Asadullah Attal, Mohammad Ali Kafi

“…The local dissipative fuse system is used to connect the steel channels with the gusset plate at one or both ends and at the time of the earthquake the dissipator yields before the brace buckles and forms a flexible plastic hinge, consuming a significant amount of earthquake energy. …”
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Liposarcoma of the Nasopharynx: Diagnosis and Management of a Rare Diagnostic Entity by George X. Papacharalampous, Dimitrios Kikidis, Alexios Vasileiou, Aggeliki Bousiotou, Aristeidis Chrysovergis

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Lean Knowledge Management in The Adoption of Traceability Technology For Halal Perishable Food Supply Chain: a Systematic Literature Review by Wresni Anggraini, Wakhid Slamet Ciptono, Luluk Lusiantoro, Heru Kurnianto Tjahjono

“…The vital role of LKM as an enabler for PFSC in adopting traceability technology, which is characterized as fast-changing technology and highly knowledge-centric, is by eliminating wasteful knowledge so could advance responsiveness, efficiency, and flexibility. Considering the important role of LKM as an enabler of PFSC to address complex challenges in traceability technology adoption, collaborative interdisciplinary research is needed. …”
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Analysis of the genotype × environment interactions and assessment of the adaptability potential in barley under the conditions of the Northern Trans-Urals by N. V. Tetyannikov, N. A. Bome

“…A comprehensive assessment of cultivars based on their adaptability, plasticity and stability makes it possible to select among the studied assortment the most promising, potentially high-yielding and environmentally flexible plant forms adaptable to a wide range of environmental conditions.Materials and methods. …”
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