The hydraulic performance and clogging characteristics of a subsurface drip irrigation system operating for five years in the North China plain by Li Zaiyu, Mo Yan, Gao Hao, Gong Shihong, Zhang Yanqun, Li Guangyong, Wu Feng

“…This research explored the response patterns of the emitter relative discharge (Dra), Christiansen uniformity coefficient (Cu), flow index (x), and clogging substance content in various parts of the emitters to different levels of irrigation, nitrogen application, and aeration. …”
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How intravitreal anti-vascular endothelial growth factor initial dosing impacts patient outcomes in diabetic macular oedema by Rishi P. Singh, David Tabano, Blanche L. Kuo, Andrew LaPrise, Theodore Leng, Eunice Kim, Meghan Hatfield, Vincent Garmo

“…Characteristics, treatment patterns and outcomes were compared for eyes with DME that did and did not receive such initial doses. …”
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Real-world outcomes in patients with melanoma brain metastasis: a US multisite retrospective chart review study of systemic treatments by Ning Ning, Sunandana Chandra, Andriy Moshyk, Divya Patel, Isabella C Glitza Oliva, Jennell Palaia, Leon A Sakkal, Natalia Han, Shardul Odak, Jordana K Schmier

“…Objective This study examined real-world treatment patterns and outcomes in patients with melanoma brain metastasis (MBM) treated with first-line immunotherapy consisting of nivolumab plus ipilimumab or anti-programmed death-1 (PD-1) monotherapy (nivolumab or pembrolizumab) or targeted therapy consisting of BRAF/MEK inhibitors.Design Retrospective chart review study.Setting Academic medical centres, community hospitals and private practice offices.Participants Included patients diagnosed with melanoma with brain metastasis in the USA.Outcome measures The statistical analysis was descriptive in nature. …”
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Malaria prevalence, transmission potential and efficacy of artemisinin-based combination therapy in the Kenyan Central highlands: a zone previously characterized as malaria-free by Francis T. Kimani, Kelvin K. Thiongó, Maureen A. Otinga, Lewis K. Mbabu, Mary N. Ombati, Stanley K. Kitur, Sarah A. Ochieng’, Lucy N. Wachira, Damaris K. Matoke-Muhia, Luna Kamau

“…Abstract Background The current study sought to re-evaluate malaria prevalence, susceptibility to artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT), transmission patterns and the presence of malaria vectors in the Kikuyu area of the Kenyan Central highlands, a non-traditional/low risk malaria transmission zone where there have been anecdotal reports of emerging malaria infections. …”
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Environmental exposures associated with atopy in a rural community in Gwanda district, Zimbabwe: a cross-sectional study by Vuyelwa Ndlovu, Vuyelwa Ndlovu, Moses Chimbari, Pisirai Ndarukwa, Pisirai Ndarukwa, Elopy Sibanda, Elopy Sibanda

“…IntroductionThe increasing prevalence of allergic diseases in Zimbabwe may be attributed to changing environmental exposure patterns. In this study, we sought to identify the most influential environmental and lifestyle factors that may explain the observed atopy in a rural community in Zimbabwe.MethodsUsing a cross-sectional study, information on a wide array of environmental and lifestyle exposures was self-reported by a sample of participants (children aged <18 years and adults aged ≥18 years) in the Gwanda district, Zimbabwe. …”
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A nursing and midwifery training program in Kathmandu on antimicrobial resistance and stewardship and infection prevention and control: a qualitative and quantitative outcomes and... by Jamuna Tamrakar Sayami, Rakchya Amatya, Kshitij Karki, Deepak Bajracharya, Basudha Shrestha, Sreenidhi Srinivasan, Tyler Prentiss, Anita Shallal, Marcus Zervos, Katie Latack, Linda Kaljee

“…Qualitative data analysis included coding, searches, review of coded texts, and identification of patterns and themes.ResultsAMS and AMR knowledge increased at immediate [1.40 (1.06–1.74) CI 95%] and six-month post-training [0.71 (0.35–1.08) CI 95%]. …”
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Evaluating the Impacts of Procedural and Patient-Specific Factors on the Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) by Abilkhair Kurmanaliyev, Rima Braukylienė, Ali Aldujeli, Rassul Zhumagaliyev, Serik Aitaliyev, Ramunas Unikas

“…<i>Conclusions</i>: Procedural factors such as fluoroscopy duration and contrast volume, along with patient-specific attributes including age, left ventricular function, and valve calcification patterns, critically influence TAVI outcomes. These findings emphasize the need for tailored procedural strategies and patient management protocols to mitigate risks and enhance the efficacy of TAVI interventions.…”
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Age-associated microglial transcriptome leads to diminished immunogenicity and dysregulation of MCT4 and P2RY12/P2RY13 related functions by Martin Škandík, Lara Friess, Guillermo Vázquez-Cabrera, Lily Keane, Kathleen Grabert, Mireia Cruz De los Santos, Mercedes Posada-Pérez, Austeja Baleviciute, Mathilde Cheray, Bertrand Joseph

“…Additionally, four other genes—CAPG, LGALS3BP, NRIP1, and P2RY12—were found to share regulatory patterns in response to both aging and extrinsic activation. …”
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Efficient synthesis of fluorinated triphenylenes with enhanced arene–perfluoroarene interactions in columnar mesophases by Yang Chen, Jiao He, Hang Lin, Hai-Feng Wang, Ping Hu, Bi-Qin Wang, Ke-Qing Zhao, Bertrand Donnio

“…The specific nucleophilic substitution patterns of the Fn derivatives and the antiparallel stacking mode into columnar structures stabilized by arene–perfluoroarene intermolecular interactions were confirmed by the single-crystal structure of the alkoxy-free side chain analog, i.e., 1,2,4-trifluoro-3-(perfluorophenyl)triphenylene (F). …”
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Retrieval and Evaluation of Global Surface Albedo Based on AVHRR GAC Data of the Last 40 Years by Shaopeng Li, Xiongxin Xiao, Christoph Neuhaus, Stefan Wunderle

“…Globally, GAC43 and C3S exhibit similar spatial distribution patterns across most land surface conditions, including an overestimation compared to MCD43C3 and an underestimation compared to CLARA-A3 in forested areas. …”
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Vertical Transmission of Group B Streptococcus, Prevalence, Associated Factors, and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profile among Newborns Delivered at Health Facilities in Jigjiga Ci... by Addisu Tesfaye, Mahlet Fekede, Fasil Getu, Surafel Mekuria, Tigist Abebe, Daniel Tollosa, Shamil Barsenga, Bawlah Tahir, Abdurahman Kedir Roble, Sara Tesfaye, Muluken Walle

“…Thus, we assessed the vertical transmission, contributing factors, and antimicrobial resistance patterns of GBS among newborns delivered at selected Hospitals in Jigjiga City. …”
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The Possibility or Impossibility of Stock Price Prediction: Evidence from the Petrochemical Industry by Masoud Alizadeh Chamazkoti, Mehdi Fathabadi, Mahmod Mahmodzadeh, Saleh Ghavidel Doostkouei

“…Market participants can engage in effective modeling for stocks that lack efficiency and exhibit predictable behavioral patterns to some extent. This allows them to gain insights into future prices and potentially earn profits.…”
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Efficacy of Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and Impact of Chronic Lung Disease on its Outcome in Patients of Chronic Rhinosinusitis by Minakshmi Karmakar, V D Prasanna Kumar Vasamsetty, Bonapart Chowdhury

“…Among those 21 cases of OM unit patterns 13(61.9%) were successful after FESS. In case of sporadic form 9(69.2%), diffuse polyp form 6(60%), infundibular form 1(33.3%) and spheno-ethmoidal form 2(66.7%) were successful. …”
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The European summer heatwave of 2019 – a regional storyline perspective by T. Klimiuk, P. Ludwig, A. Sanchez-Benitez, H. F. Goessling, P. Braesicke, P. Braesicke, J. G. Pinto

“…We provide evidence that the downscaling of global storyline integrations significantly improved the representation of present-day temperature patterns and reduced errors in daily 2 m temperatures relative to observations from central Europe. …”
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P2Y2 Receptor Induces L. amazonensis Infection Control in a Mechanism Dependent on Caspase-1 Activation and IL-1β Secretion by Maria Luiza Thorstenberg, Monique Daiane Andrade Martins, Vanessa Figliuolo, Claudia Lucia Martins Silva, Luiz Eduardo Baggio Savio, Robson Coutinho-Silva

“…Damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) such as UTP and ATP are released from infected cells and, once in the extracellular medium, activate P2 purinergic receptors. …”
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Hydra Radio Access Network (H-RAN): Multi-Functional Communications and Sensing Networks, Initial Access Implementation, and Task-2 Approach by Rafid I. Abd, Daniel J. Findley, Kwang Soon Kim

“…More specifically, a novel <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\text {task}_{2}$ </tex-math></inline-formula> is developed in this study to generate a list of recommended beamforming vectors and patterns designed to address the challenges arising from blockage scenarios of <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\text {level}_{1}$ </tex-math></inline-formula> in MMW/THz environments.…”
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Correlation of muscle strength, information processing speed and cognitive function in the elderly with cognitive impairment——evidence from EEG by Xin Xin, Qing Liu, Shuqi Jia, Shufan Li, Peng Wang, Xingze Wang, Xing Wang

“…The EEG-specific indicators (B = 0.019, 95% CI: 0.003, 0.047) and information processing speed (B = 0.137, 95% CI: 0.096, 0.292) were found to partially mediate the relationship between grip strength and MoCA scores, with information processing speed exerting a stronger mediating effect.ConclusionSpecific patterns were observed in the EEG of elderly individuals with cognitive impairments, which could objectively assess the risk of cognitive decline in this population. …”
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Shift work schedules alter immune cell regulation and accelerate cognitive impairment during aging by Karienn A. de Souza, Morgan Jackson, Justin Chen, Jocelin Reyes, Judy Muayad, Emma Tran, William Jackson, M. Karen Newell-Rogers, David J. Earnest

“…Even during “post-treatment” exposure to standard LD 12:12 conditions, re-entrainment in shifted LD mice was marked by altered patterns of entrainment and increased day-to-day variability in activity onset times that persisted into middle-age. …”
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Effects of saffron-grape intercropping on saffron flower number and rhizosphere microbial community by Yuanyuan Tao, Guifen Zhou, Xingchang Zhang, Mengqing Feng, Liqin Li, Xiaodong Qian

“…In our study, we counted the number of saffron flowers in two cropping patterns (saffron monoculture and saffron-grape intercropping), and analyzed the microbial community diversity and composition using Illumina high-throughput sequencing methods based on 16 S and ITS amplicons. …”
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Al-Takrar Fii Daw'i Al-Dirasat Al-Uslubiyah Al-Haditsah by Aiyub Berdan

“…This rhythm is built through repetition, whether by repeating one or more patterns within a stanza or throughout the poem. This study examines repetition from a modern stylistic perspective. …”
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