Epidemiology of multimorbidity within the Brazilian adult general population: Evidence from the 2013 National Health Survey (PNS 2013). by Magdalena Rzewuska, João Mazzoncini de Azevedo-Marques, Domenica Coxon, Maria Lúcia Zanetti, Ana Carolina Guidorizzi Zanetti, Laercio Joel Franco, Jair Lício Ferreira Santos

“…The objectives of this study were to explore the distribution of multimorbidity and to identify patterns of multimorbidity in the Brazilian general adult population. Data from 60202 adults, aged ≥18 years that completed the individual questionnaire of the National Health Survey 2013 (Portuguese: "Pesquisa Nacional de Saúde"-"PNS") was used. …”
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Hydrology Modulates the Microplastics Composition and Transport Flux Across the River–Sea Interface in Zhanjiang Bay, China by Xiaoqing Chen, Peng Zhang, Jing Lu, Yuanting Chen, Jibiao Zhang

“…Additionally, hydrological regimes, tidal forces, and human activities were identified to influence MPs abundance and flux. This quantitative analysis establishes a mechanistic framework for understanding hydrological impacts on estuarine MPs transport, providing critical baseline data for developing targeted pollution management strategies in coastal ecosystems.…”
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The Impact of Agricultural Machinery Services on Food Loss at the Producer Level: Evidence from China by Yan Xu, Jie Lyu, Dandan Yuan, Guanqiu Yin, Junyan Zhang

“…By highlighting the important roles of agricultural machinery services in reducing food loss, our analysis contributed to contemporary debates about the long-term linkage between the wide popularization of agricultural machinery services and achieving food security, particularly providing insights for developing countries.…”
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Associations of neighborhood physical and crime environments with obesity-related outcomes in Jamaica. by Colette Cunningham-Myrie, Katherine P Theall, Novie Younger-Coleman, Lisa-Gaye Greene, Parris Lyew-Ayee, Rainford Wilks

“…<h4>Objective</h4>To examine whether proximity and density of public open spaces, public parks, street connectivity, and serious and violent crimes were associated with Body Mass Index (BMI) and Waist Circumference (WC) within and across levels of urbanicity, sex and socioeconomic status (SES) in Jamaica, a small island developing state (SIDS).<h4>Methods</h4>Secondary analysis was conducted using data from the Jamaica Health and Lifestyle Survey 2008 (JHLS II). …”
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Modeling of the ORNL PCA Benchmark Using SCALE6.0 Hybrid Deterministic-Stochastic Methodology by Mario Matijević, Dubravko Pevec, Krešimir Trontl

“…The SCALE6.0 code package, developed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, was used for modeling of the PCA benchmark. …”
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The influence of CI electrode array design on the preservation of residual hearing by L. Fries, F. Everad, R. L. Beck, A. Aschendorff, S. Arndt, M. C. Ketterer

“…ObjectivesTo individualize cochlear implant (CI) surgery regarding cochlear morphology, different electrode arrays have been developed. The study aims to investigate the influence of the electrode array design on the preservation of residual hearing, considering long-term results.MethodsWe performed a retrospective analysis of 923 patients implanted with straight or perimodiolar electrode arrays from Cochlear™ and MED-EL between 2003 and 2021. …”
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Mathematical modelling of Darcy–Forchheimer MHD Williamson nanofluid flow above a stretching/shrinking surface with slip conditions by Rehman Ali, Khan Dolat, Salleh Zabidin

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Assessing Nurses’ Knowledge Regarding the Application of Artificial Intelligence Among Nursing Practice by Mai M. Yaseen, Fatmah H. Alsharif, Reem A. Altaf, Taif W. Asiri, Rifan M. Bagies, Salwa B. Alharbi, Bothinah A. Altaf

“…Results: All 307 participants completed the survey and used it for data analysis using SPSS V.25. Kruskal–Wallis and Whitney tests and descriptive statistics were used to identify the significant differences among groups. …”
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Spray-Dried Powders of Casein-Encapsulated Rutin Stabilized With Sugars for the Enhancement of Intestinal Drug Solubility by Helmy Yusuf, Sinta Choirunissa Fitriana, Ni Luh Eradeasty Putri Darmawan, Revalida Ainun Nisa, Retno Sari, Dwi Setyawan

“…The solid states were studied by X-ray diffraction (XRD), differential thermal analysis (DTA) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Breeding value of european oat accessions in the environments of Kuban experiment station of VIR by N. P. Voytsutskaya, I. G. Loskutov

“…For the present-day oat breeding, the task is to develop adaptive cultivars with high yield potential, high quality of products, fairly early-ripening habit, and resistance to lodging and diseases. …”
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Using Deep Learning to Predict Sentiments: Case Study in Tourism by C. A. Martín, J. M. Torres, R. M. Aguilar, S. Diaz

“…These classifiers were trained and validated with data from hotels located on the island of Tenerife. …”
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Energy Savings Potential of Multipurpose Heat Pumps in Air-Handling Systems by Eva Schito, Paolo Conti

“…The thermal loads at building and air handler level are evaluated through TRNSYS 17 and MATLAB 2022b, through specific dynamic models developed according to manufacturer’s data. An integrated building-HVAC simulation, on the cooling season with a one-hour timestep, demonstrates the advantages of the proposed technology. …”
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Shallot-Peel Extract Supplementation Increases Glutathione Levels in Gastritis Rat Model by Zahrah Febianti, Bagas Wahyu Utama, Adelia Handoko

“…Further study to develop shallot peel extract into phytopharmaca is imperative.…”
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The Effect of Organizational Culture, Team Collaboration, and Work Motivation on the Performance of Health Workers in Cahaya Bunda Mother and Child Hospital by Cindy Thiovany Soetomo, Made Favian Budi Gunawan, Kelvin Fernaldi, Halimah Hasan

“…Using a quantitative approach, data were collected through a structured questionnaire distributed to 34 nurses and midwives. …”
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National and foreign research of Anaferon Kid: efficacy, safety and experience of application (review) by Yu. V. Lobzin, F. De. Rosa, E. V. Esaulenko

“…An innovative drug Anaferon for children was developed by the Russian pharmaceutical company OOO «NPF «Materia Medica Holding» and registered in Russia in 2002.The summary purpose is to classify and analyze national and international publications on the results of non-clinical and clinical investigation of Anaferon for children efficacy and safety in ARVI and other viral infections.Study method: exploratory and analytical.Results: the summary presents the data of non-clinical studies justifying the drug mechanism of action at molecular level ensuring its combined antiviral and immunomodulating efficacy. …”
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The Preventive Role of Perceived Social Support in Postpartum Psychiatric Morbidity: Insights from a Rural Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in South India by Keya Das, Sumalatha Ryali, Ritu Varma Jampana, S. Ashwini

“…Introduction: Postpartum psychiatric disorders show a rising trend in developing countries, where the lack of social support is a major risk factor. …”
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Comparative Assessment of Investment Attractiveness of African Countries for Russian Capital by SUGAKOV Gleb Konstantinovich

“…The geosituational approach developed at the Kazan school of economic geography is used for the collection and analysis of statistical data. …”
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U‑shaped association between relative fat mass (RFM) and stress urinary incontinence: a cross‑sectional study by Jiaqing Yang, Yuanzhuo Du, Ju Guo

“…The fully adjusted multivariable model indicated that a higher RFM was associated with an increased risk of developing SUI (OR = 2.42; 95% CI 2.05–2.86). Subgroup analysis and interaction tests were performed to validate this association further. …”
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Rural students' pathways to higher tertiary education in Zimbabwe: Overcoming barriers, promoting inclusion and success by Nowell Chidakwa

“…Through critical dialogues, participants explored ways to challenge internalised stigmas and develop critical literacies to navigate systemic barriers. …”
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Cross-cultural adaptation of the family coping questionnaire and psychometric evaluation among caregivers of schizophrenic patients in China by Ting-ting Ruan, Yi-wei Huang, Li-juan Zhang

“…A pilot test with 15 caregivers was conducted to refine the questionnaire, followed by a cross-sectional survey of 242 participants from the psychiatric clinic and ward at the Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 22.0 to evaluate the scale’s properties. …”
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