Development of a 3D-Printed Chest Phantom with Simulation of Lung Nodules for Studying Ultra-Low-Dose Computed Tomography Protocols by Jenna Silberstein, Steven Tran, Yin How Wong, Chai Hong Yeong, Zhonghua Sun

“…Both SNR and CNR decreased as the effective dose was reduced, with a strong positive linear correlation (r = 0.927 and r = 0.931, respectively, <i>p</i> < 0.001, Jamovi, version 2.3.28). …”
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Integrative hydrologic modelling of soil and water conservation strategies: a SWAT-based evaluation of environmental resilience in the Merguellil watershed, Tunisia by Taoufik Hermassi, Fathia Jarray, Waad Tlili, Issam Achour, Mohamed Mechergui

“…In validation (2013–2020), NSE was 0.81 and R2 remained 0.9, RSR was 0.22 and PBIAS was 10.96%, indicating a strong correlation. Results of multi-watershed calibration were analyzed in two representative sub-watersheds (SW 8 and SW 16) and present good agreement between simulated and observed values. …”
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Development of standardized green coffee bean extract (Coffea canephora) into effervescent granules as an antioxidant supplement by Andre Wijaya, Farida Lanawati Darsono, Kuncoro Foe

“…The optimum formula show strong antioxidant activity with IC50 free of radical scavenging 56.56 ± 0.97 µg/ml.…”
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Concentrated Solar Power and Photovoltaic Systems: A New Approach to Boost Sustainable Energy for All (Se4all) in Rwanda by Noel Hagumimana, Jishi Zheng, Godwin Norense Osarumwense Asemota, Jean De Dieu Niyonteze, Walter Nsengiyumva, Aphrodis Nduwamungu, Samuel Bimenyimana

“…In fact, PV systems are strongly recommended in Rwanda because they are rapid and cost-effective ways to provide utility-scale electricity for off-grid modern energy services to the millions of people who lack electricity access.…”
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Weaving oral health provider perspectives to guide future dental therapy advocacy and implementation efforts by Amanda J. Llaneza, Amanda J. Llaneza, Kara A. Stone, Julie Seward

“…Education, advocacy, and networking were identified as the main objectives for attending the conference.DiscussionThe conference platform encouraged dissenting viewpoints to contribute to academic and policy debates to ultimately provide broader access to oral healthcare through a comprehensive team approach. There was strong support across positions to advocate for and expand DT to the lower 48 states of the U.S., particularly in areas with underserved communities. …”
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Response mechanism of water status and photosynthetic characteristics of Cotoneaster multiflorus under drought stress and rehydrated conditions by Qiu-liang Huang, Miao-miao Zhang, Chang-shun Li, Chang-shun Li, Bo-yang Li, Sheng-lan Zhuo, Yu-shan Yang, Yu-da Chen, An-na Zhong, Hao-yang Liu, Wen-feng Lai, Zhen-bei Huang, Ming-hui Cao, Zong-sheng Yuan, Guo-fang Zhang

“…This showed C. multiflorus had strong tolerance to drought. In addition, water status, photosynthetic characteristics, and chloroplast fluorescence parameters of C. multiflorus were highly coupled. …”
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Effect of SNORD113-3/ADAR2 on glycolipid metabolism in glioblastoma via A-to-I editing of PHKA2 by Zheng Cui, Xiaobai Liu, Tiange E, Hongda Lin, Di Wang, Yunhui Liu, Xuelei Ruan, Ping Wang, Libo Liu, Yixue Xue

“…Glycolipid metabolism is strongly associated with GBM development and malignant behavior. …”
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Behaviour of TiC Particles on the Co50-Based Coatings by Laser Cladding: Morphological Characteristics and Growth Mechanism by Nga Thi-Hong Pham, Van-Thuc Nguyen

“…After coating by the LD method, the surface hardness is strongly enhanced. The average hardness of Co50 alloy, Co+10% TiC, and Co+20% TiC composite coatings is 499 HV0.2, 552 HV0.2, 590 HV0.2, and 824 HV0.2, respectively. …”
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Quality of life in early breast cancer patients after adjuvant accelerated partial-breast irradiation (APBI) in randomized trial by Petr Burkon, Iveta Selingerova, Miroslav Vrzal, Milos Holanek, Oldrich Coufal, Katerina Polachova, Vera Andraskova, Sachin R. Jhawar, Pavel Slampa, Tomas Kazda, Marek Slavik

“…In addition to previous findings regarding toxicity, promising pain and breast symptoms results, suggest that APBI should be strongly considered as a treatment option for selected low-risk patients. …”
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RCE-IFE: recursive cluster elimination with intra-cluster feature elimination by Cihan Kuzudisli, Burcu Bakir-Gungor, Bahjat Qaqish, Malik Yousef

“…Feature selection (FS) methods aim to reduce the dimension, and feature grouping has emerged as a foundation for FS techniques that seek to detect strong correlations among features and identify irrelevant features. …”
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A multicenter, cross‐sectional analysis to assess the safety and usage pattern of brivaracetam in the management of partial‐onset seizure with BAEs—BREEZE study: A post‐hoc analysi... by Arvind Sharma, Krishnaprasad Korukonda, Amit Haldar, Usha Kant Misra, R. V. Anand, Yakshdeep Dave, Girish Kulkarni

“…Abstract Objective Brivaracetam (BRV), a third‐generation anti‐seizure medication (ASM) offers strong conformational receptor domain binding, faster blood brain barrier (BBB) permeability and better tolerability making it potential therapeutic option as an initial line or initial line add‐on strategy for focal onset seizure (FoS). …”
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The capacity and training needs of primary health care workers in Nyeri and Nakuru counties of Kenya: a cross-sectional study by Josphat Martin Muchangi, Kioko Kithuki, Sarah Jebet Kosgei, Mary Mathenge, Deborah Kioko, Bryson Sifuma, Billian Sawenja, Samuel Kamau

“…Within the health system, there is need to strengthen the capacity of HCWs in lower-level health facilities to reduce the volume of referrals to secondary care facilities. We strongly recommend training programs in dental health, mental health, primary eye care, nutritional services and HIV/AIDs &amp;TB management, that are carefully designed to emphasize skills and abilities.…”
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Understanding the cost-utility of implementing HIV self-testing with digital-based supports by Brianna Empringham, Brianna Empringham, Angela Karellis, Marta Fernandez-Suarez, Sergio Carmona, Nitika Pant Pai, Alice Zwerling

“…Strategies to improve cost-utility include reducing testing costs, targeting key populations with increased rates of HIV test-positivity, and ensuring strong support for linkage to care.…”
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Active Management of Third Stage of Labor: Practice and Associated Factors among Obstetric Care Providers in North Wollo, Amhara Region, Ethiopia by Wondwosen Molla, Asresash Demissie, Marta Tessema

“…World Health Organization strongly recommends that every obstetrical provider at birth needs to have knowledge and skills on active management of the third stage of labor and use it routinely for all women. …”
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A high number of tumor deposits (≥ 4) is an isolated predictor of local recurrence and distant metastasis in non-metastatic colorectal cancer: a single center study by Ahmed Bendari, Ebubekir Ucar, Alaa Bendari, Hamed Hammoud, FNU Kiran, Reham Al-Refai, Sunder Sham, Sanjay Kirshan Kumar, Ryan Des Jean, Manju Harshan

“…Conclusion In non-metastatic CRC patients, TD ≥ 4 is a strong predictor of local tumor recurrence and distant metastasis. …”
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A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Protocol Using the Fuzhengxiaoliu Patch for the Management of Primary Liver Cancer Pain by Li S, Wang B, Deng J, Li H, Wu Y, Fang Y, Yan B, Chen Y

“…., Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Bohua Yan; Yu Chen, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China, Email yanbohuagcp@163.com; 735405661@qq.comObjective: Chronic pain strongly affects the quality of life of patients with liver cancer pain. …”
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Aspirin-triggered resolvin D1 modulates pulmonary and neurological inflammation in an IL-22 knock-out organic dust exposure mouse model by Alissa N. Threatt, Jade White, Jade White, Nathan Klepper, Nathan Klepper, Zachary Brier, Zachary Brier, Logan S. Dean, Logan S. Dean, Ash Ibarra, Macallister Harris, Kaylee Jones, Maëlis J. L. Wahl, Melea Barahona, Melea Barahona, Emmanuel O. Oyewole, Morgan Pauly, Julie A. Moreno, Julie A. Moreno, Tara M. Nordgren

“…Agriculture dust contains many organic immunogenic compounds, and organic dust exposure is strongly associated with the development of immune-mediated chronic pulmonary diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). …”
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Characterisation of cardiovascular disease (CVD) incidence and machine learning risk prediction in middle-aged and elderly populations: data from the China health and retirement lo... by Qing Huang, Zihao Jiang, Bo Shi, Jiaxu Meng, Li Shu, Fuyong Hu, Jing Mi

“…Although the LGB model achieves an AUC of 0.818, indicating strong overall performance, its F1 score and recall rate are relatively low, at 0.509 and 43.1%, respectively. …”
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Association of extreme heat events with sleep and cardiovascular health: a scoping review by Nathan Ashe, Sarah Wozniak, Malcolm Conner, Rayan Ahmed, Olivia Keenan, Michelle R. Demetres, Nour Makarem, Parisa Tehranifar, Rajalakshmi Nandakumar, Arnab K. Ghosh

“…Conclusions Few studies examine the link between CVD, sleep, and extreme heat as a possible mechanism of elevated CVD risk during EHEs, despite a strong physiological rationale. Our findings highlight an important gap in the literature that should be closely examined as EHEs become more frequent and their harmful impacts of health increase.…”
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Exploring the assessment of post-cardiac valve surgery pulmonary complication risks through the integration of wearable continuous physiological and clinical data by Lixuan Li, Yuekong Hu, Zhicheng Yang, Zeruxin Luo, Jiachen Wang, Wenqing Wang, Xiaoli Liu, Yuqiang Wang, Yong Fan, Pengming Yu, Zhengbo Zhang

“…We systematically evaluated three different input types (physiological, clinical, and both) and five classifiers (XGB, LR, RF, SVM, KNN) to identify the combination with strong predictive performance for PPCs. Feature selection was conducted using Recursive Feature Elimination with Cross-Validated (RFECV) for each model, yielding an optimal feature subset for each, followed by a grid search to tune hyperparameters. …”
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