Estimated Pulse Wave Velocity and Stroke Among Middle‐Aged and Older Population: Insights From 3 Prospective Cohorts by Yingzhen Gu, Xiaorong Han, Jinxing Liu, Yifan Li, Wei Zhang, Xiaopeng Yuan, Xiao Wang, Naqiang Lv, Aimin Dang

“…Over follow‐up periods of 10.28 years in the Health and Retirement Study, 9.95 years in the English Longitudinal Study of Aging, and 6.30 years in the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study, 624 (9.7%), 374 (5.8%), and 656 (5.3%) participants developed stroke, respectively. Fully adjusted Cox regression analysis revealed a significant association between ePWV and incident stroke across all cohorts (Health and Retirement Study: hazard ratio, 1.29 [95% CI, 1.24–1.35]; English Longitudinal Study of Aging: hazard ratio, 1.37 [95% CI, 1.28–1.46]; China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study: hazard ratio, 1.20 [95% CI, 1.15–1.25]). …”
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Simulation and Optimization of Available Local Feed Resources for Dairy Cattle in Burkina Faso by Rayinwendé Irène Sawadogo, Vinsoun Millogo, Mariétou Sissao, Michel Kere, Wendpayanguedé Alain Sawadogo, Modou Séré

“…Therefore, it is urgent to find an alternative by developing a full diet from locally available ingredients. …”
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Human multiethnic radiogenomics reveals low-abundancy microRNA signature in plasma-derived extracellular vesicles for early diagnosis and molecular subtyping of pancreatic cancer by Jianying Xu, Wenjie Shi, Yi Zhu, Chao Zhang, Julia Nagelschmitz, Maximilian Doelling, Sara Al-Madhi, Ujjwal Mukund Mahajan, Maciej Pech, Georg Rose, Roland Siegfried Croner, Guoliang Zheng, Christoph Kahlert, Ulf Dietrich Kahlert

“…We integrated eight datasets containing clinical records, imaging data of benign and malignant pancreatic lesions, and small RNA sequencing data from plasma-derived EVs of PC patients. …”
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Risk scores for choledocholithiasis perform poorly in patients with hemolytic diseases: a PEDI database report by Jennifer Thompson, Wenly Ruan, Douglas S. Fishman, Matthew Giefer, Kyung Mo Kim, Mercedes Martinez, Luigi Dall'Oglio, Valerio Balassone, Filippo Torroni, Paola De Angelis, Simona Faraci, Cynthia Tsai, Michael Wilsey, Racha Khalaf, Petar Mamula, Quin Liu, Yuhua Zheng, Bradley A. Barth, Bradley A. Barth, David Michael Troendle, David Michael Troendle

“…This study aimed to evaluate the ability of the available criteria to determine which pediatric patients with hemolytic diseases are likely to benefit from ERCP. A secondary analysis was performed using the Pediatric ERCP Database Initiative database, which contains prospectively collected data from 1,124 ERCPs at tertiary-care institutions. …”
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Dispersed Two-Phase Flow Modelling for Nuclear Safety in the NEPTUNE_CFD Code by Stephane Mimouni, William Benguigui, Solène Fleau, Arnaud Foissac, Mathieu Guingo, Mickael Hassanaly, Jérôme Lavieville, Jeanne Malet, Namane Méchitoua, Nicolas Mérigoux, Stéphane Vincent

“…NEPTUNE_CFD is a three-dimensional multifluid code developed especially for nuclear reactor applications by EDF, CEA, AREVA, and IRSN. …”
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Integrating literature and family insights: exploring the needs of families supporting adults with diabetes by Vânia Lídia Soares, Vânia Lídia Soares, Sara Lemos, Sara Lemos, Carlos Sequeira, Carlos Sequeira, Carminda Soares Morais, Carminda Soares Morais, Carminda Soares Morais, Maria do Céu Barbieri-Figueiredo, Maria do Céu Barbieri-Figueiredo, Maria do Céu Barbieri-Figueiredo

“…Phase 2 involved a focus group to gather qualitative data on family experiences, which was analyzed using content analysis and following the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research.Results from both phases revealed five themesCommunication and emotional expression within families, the impact of diabetes on the family, diabetes-specific knowledge, socio-cultural and environmental influences on diabetes management, and communication with healthcare providers. …”
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Macrocycle‐based differential sensing: Design strategies and applications by Jia‐Hong Tian, Zhe Zheng, Yu‐Chen Pan, Yuefei Wang, Dong‐Sheng Guo

“…Herein, we present a concise overview of the fundamental processes involved in a sensor array, encompassing array construction, signal transduction, and data acquisition and analysis, with an emphasis on the unique advantages provided by macrocyclic receptors in the former two aspects. …”
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Construction of Response Models for Color Gradation Skewed Distribution Parameters Extracted from Digital Wheat Canopy Images in Response to Cold-Spell Effects by Jibo Zhang, Hongwei Zhou, Chuanxiang Yi, Pei Zhang, Haijun Huan, Feifei Xu, Qi Chen, Qiqing Shan, Ye Sheng, Qin Mei

“…Models relating these parameters to meteorological factors were developed, with polynomial functions outperforming multilinear approaches. …”
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Potential relation of groupers populations between protected reef areas and nearby coastal waters using larval dispersal model and genetic method by Reny Puspasari, Rita Rachmawati, Budi Nugraha, Hawis Madduppa, Lalu M. Iqbal Sani, Widodo Setiyo Pranowo, Aslan, Ngurah Nyoman Wiadnyana, Zulhamsyah Imran

“…The hydrodynamic model simulation was used to develop ocean currents driven for the larval dispersal model. …”
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Estimations of Dynamic Water Depth and Volume of Global Lakes Using Machine Learning by Yunzhe Lv, Li Jia, Massimo Menenti, Chaolei Zheng, Jing Lu, Min Jiang, Qiting Chen, Yiqing Zhang

“…This study offers a cost-effective and efficient solution for estimating global lake water dynamics, providing reliable data to support the monitoring, analysis, and management of regional and global lake systems.…”
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Investigation of the relationships between sports anxiety, positive thinking skills, and life satisfaction in male athletes by Ersan Tolukan, Aydiner Birsin Yildiz, Ibrahim Fatih Yenel, Ilimdar Yalcin, Leonard Stoica, Leonard Stoica, Daniel-Andrei Iordan, Daniel-Andrei Iordan, Onu Ilie, Onu Ilie, Onu Ilie

“…The study employed a relational survey model, and data were collected through the Sports Anxiety Scale-2, Positive Thinking Skills Scale, and Life Satisfaction Scale. …”
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Health impacts associated with community exposure to animal feeding operations: a protocol for a systematic review by Elizabeth A. Chatpar, Richard D. Semba, Iman Habib, Brent F. Kim, Elizabeth E. Sharp, David C. Love, Sara N. Lupolt, Andrew L. Thorne-Lyman, Lori Rosman, Joan A. Casey, Juleen Lam, Keeve E. Nachman

“…The Navigation Guide methodology will be used to conduct a risk of bias assessment. Meta-analysis for selected outcomes will be conducted if possible; other quantitative or qualitative approaches will also be utilized to summarize the outcome data.Discussion This systematic review will provide an updated assessment of the association between community exposure to animal feeding operations and the health of people living in adjacent communities.…”
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Clinical Guide Adaptation for Amalgam Waste Management in Dental Settings in Iran by Mahsa Eshrati, Fatemeh Momeniha, Nafiseh Momeni, Elham Ahmadi, Atieh Hashemian, Homa Kashani, Mojgan Alaeddini

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Journey across extrinsic tactics for power improvements of triboelectric energy harvesting beyond intrinsic materials and device structures: A concise review by Ahmed Mahfuz Tamim, Yebin Lee, Jung Hwan Park, Geon-Tae Hwang, Chang Kyu Jeong

“…Rather than concentrating solely on approaches such as material selection, surface modification, or chemical modification, this review explores various strategies for enhancing output power and power density based on solid-solid interactions and alternating current (AC) TENGs. This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into current developments in TENG technology, paving the way for future innovations aimed at creating high-performance, self-powered systems for next-generation applications.…”
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Multi-Objective Optimal Scheduling of Water Transmission and Distribution Channel Gate Groups Based on Machine Learning by Yiying Du, Chaoyue Zhang, Rong Wei, Li Cao, Tiantian Zhao, Wene Wang, Xiaotao Hu

“…This study develops a synergistic optimization method of multiple gates integrating hydrodynamic simulation and data-driven methods, with the goal of improving the accuracy of water distribution and regulation efficiency. …”
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Scaled‐Up Graphene Growth Through Chemical Vapor Deposition Over Large‐Area Liquid Cu Catalysts by Mahesh K. Prabhu, Christos Tsakonas, Yilei Tian, Marc deVoogd, Kees E. Kolmeijer, Anastasios Manikas, Gertjan vanBaarle, Grégory F. Schneider, Costas Galiotis, Irene M. N. Groot

“…An empirical model, developed from experimental data, reliably predicts the fastest graphene growth on large liquid Cu substrates. …”
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Real-world experience of barriers to diagnosis, early detection and disease management among migrants living with HIV in Spain: a qualitative study by María Belén Martín-Sanz, Oriol Martin-Segarra, Domingo Palacios-Ceña, Antonio Gil-Crujera, Stella Maris Gómez-Sánchez, María Velasco-Arribas

“…A thematic analysis was performed, and trustworthiness criteria were applied.Results Two themes were identified that illustrate the barriers to healthcare in migrants living with HIV: a) Personal beliefs and the social and family environment, participants often remain in contact with members of their culture and/or ethnic group of origin, and their environment can hinder help-seeking, treatment adherence, or open communication about their illness; b) The healthcare environment, where obstacles and challenges faced by participants are described in relation to the healthcare environment, the healthcare system, and healthcare providers.Conclusions The results of this study provide a foundation for developing a roadmap of relevant patient-reported outcomes in HIV care. …”
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KASP Markers for Identifying Roselle (<i>Hibiscus sabdariffa</i> L.) Key Varieties Based on Genetic Polymorphisms Revealed by ddRAD-Seq by Shih-Jie Huang, Jheng-Yang Ou, Yao-Cheng Lin, Jing-Wen Chen, Kai-Yi Chen, Yu-Lin Wu, Chun-Hao Hu, Ju-Yin Lee, Jia-Wei Wu, Fu-Chiun Hsu

“…Cluster analysis of the SNP data effectively grouped varieties with similar genetic backgrounds. …”
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Identifying enablers for a circular healthcare supply chain: An integrated fuzzy DEMATEL-MMDE approach with hesitant information by Deepak Agrawal, Sumit Gupta, Chandni Dusad, M.L. Meena, G.S. Dangayach, Sandeep Jagtap

“…Finding the critical enabler for a circular supply chain in the Indian healthcare sector is urgently needed because the CE is still nascent in developing nations like India. This paper identifies the enablers of a circular healthcare supply chain (CHSC) through a comprehensive analysis of cause and effect, interrelationships, and priorities using integrated alpha-level sets based on the fuzzy DEMATEL-MMDE approach with hesitant information. …”
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Cost-Effectiveness of Catheter Ablation for Rhythm Control of Atrial Fibrillation by Gord Blackhouse, Nazila Assasi, Feng Xie, Kathryn Gaebel, Kaitryn Campbell, Jeff S. Healey, Daria O'Reilly, Ron Goeree

“…At the end of the initial 12 month phase of the model, patients are classified as being in normal sinus rhythm or with AF, based on data from a meta-analysis. In the 5-year Markov phase of the model, patients are at risk of ischemic stroke each 3-month model cycle. …”
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