Reproducibility of peak force for isometric and isokinetic multi-joint leg extension exercise by Manfred Zöger, Alfred Nimmerichter, Arnold Baca, Klaus Wirth

“…Abstract Background Isokinetic dynamometry is a common tool for evaluating muscle function and is used across various disciplines. Technical advancements have shifted focus towards multi-joint exercises such as the leg press, offering insights into practical human movement dynamics. …”
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Periodontal Disease in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients: Implications for Systemic Health and Dental Management by Tayyaba Rafiq, Anjum Younus, Muhammad Mustafa, Suman Saeed Siddiqui, Khurram Anwar, Ravina Kumari, Kanwal Fatima, Aman Ullah Khan

“…The research evaluated patient-reported oral health data with renal function results along with systematic inflammatory marker levels.  …”
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KAJIAN AGRIBISNIS USAHA GULA AREN DI KABUPATEN REJANG LEBONG by Yulius Budiman, Ketut Sukiyono, Bambang Sumantri

“…To answer the purposes of this research, the research uses descriptive analysis, quantitative analysis of Cobb-Douglas function, Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) method and Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) method. …”
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Biodigital Micro-Cellular Mashrabiya: Lattice Architectural Microbial Membranes for Sustainable Built Environments by Yomna K. Abdallah, Alberto T. Estevez

“…In this work, we propose the biodigital micro-cellular Mashrabiya as a novel idea and a proof of concept based on employing the authors’ previously published research findings to utilize eco-friendly biopolymers inoculated with useful native–domestic microbial strains to act as soft and living membranes, where these organisms grow and vary in their chemical and physical characteristics, sustainable function, and industrial value. This study implements an analytical–descriptive methodology to analyze the key characteristics of a traditional Mashrabiya as an integral sustainable solution and how the proposed micro-cellular biodigital Mashrabiya system can fulfill these criteria to be integrated into the built environment, forging future research trajectories on the bio-/micro-environmental compatibility of this biomaterial-based biodigital Mashrabiya system by understanding these materials’ physical, chemical, and physiological traits and their sustainable value. …”
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Technical Efficiency of Sweet Potato Production: A Stochastic Frontier Analysis by Godfrey C. Onuwa, Solomon T. Folorunsho, Ganiyu Binuyo, Mercy Emefiene, Onyekwere P. Ifenkwe

“…Data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics and stochastic frontier production function. …”
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Strong support systems foster positive self-image in patients with scoliosis by Megan Glahn Castille, Susan Resendiz Ortega

“…No significant differences were noted in BSSQ-Brace or SRS- 22r scores between those who participate in the Mentor Program versus those who do not, but mentees scored lower for function, self-image, and management than mentors. …”
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Assessing Teacher Satisfaction with the SistaUKS System: A New Approach to School Health Program Stratification by Ayu Khoirotul Umaroh, Muhammad Rayid Ramdhani, Jenita Berlian Nindyasari, Mabarod Kusnul Khotimah, Salma Khoirunnisa, Bethari Mukti Kusumaningtyas

“…This study aimed to analyze teacher satisfaction regarding the utilization of the SistaUKS stratification system.Methods: This is a descriptive quantitative study with a survey method. …”
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Factors influencing the self-management ability among older adults experiencing intrinsic capacity decline: a cross-sectional study by Qingcai Liu, Xiaoyang Li, Mingyue Hu, Yinan Zhao, Shuang Wu, Hui Feng

“…The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation coefficients, and linear regression analysis.ResultsIn this study, 43.5% of older people had impairments in three of the five dimensions of intrinsic capacity, the most significant proportion. …”
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Pesticides in use, their application and risks on human health and ecosystems: A case of Fogera District, Ethiopia by Abebaw Abaineh, Dessalegn Ejigu, Minaleshewa Atlabachew, Eshete Dejen, Gashaw Tilahun

“…The effects of pesticides are largely a function of toxicity, exposure time, dose rate and its persistence in the environment. …”
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Prevalence of dysmagnesemia among CKD patients in North India by Shailata Prisi, Kajal Nandi, Elvia Jamatia, Biplob Kumar Biswas, Vatsala Khurana, Binita Goswami

“…This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted over a period of 2 months. …”
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Vascular burden and brain aging in a senior volunteer cohort: A pilot study by Raymond Y Lo, Yen-Chieh Lo, Shu-Cin Chen, Yu-Ying Li, Ya-Ling Yang, Yu-Ling Chang, Huei-Chuan Sung, Tina H. T Chiu, Joshua O. S Goh

“…Objective: To test the feasibility of establishing a senior volunteer cohort and describe vascular risks, cognitive function, and brain aging indices in a pilot study. …”
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PRODUCTIVITY AND EFFICIENCY OF MAIZE (ZEA MAYS) FARMERS IN ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA by Abdu Karniliyus TASHIKALMA, Dengle Yuniyus GIROH

“…Furthermore, the stochastic cost function analysis indicated that 80.24% variations in allocative efficiencies were as a result of the variables included in the model. …”
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Comparison of Primary Dysmenorrhea, Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Experience, and Quality of Life in Women Receiving a Copper-containing and Levonorgestrel-releasing Intrauterine Dev... by Rukiye Türk Delibalta, Tuğçe Sönmez, Hasan Çılgın, Füsun Terzioğlu

“…Method: This comparative, descriptive, cross-sectional study with a pre-test-post-test design was conducted on 160 women, including 80 who received TCu80A-IUDs and 80 who received LNG-IUDs. …”
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Implementation of a preoperative exercise programme in lung cancer resection: protocol for a mixed-methods study by Meredith King, Garrick Don, Benjamin Harris, Michael Hibbert, Gregory G King, Nicole Roche, Marita Dale, Sally Wootton

“…We aim to describe the protocol to evaluate the implementation of an existing preoperative exercise training programme in people undergoing lung cancer resection in an Australian setting.Methods and analysis This is an evaluation of a secondary objective of a study examining the effect of lung cancer resection on exercise capacity, lung function and symptoms of dyspnoea and quality of life. …”
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Perceptions of private specialist outreach services at a rural district hospital, South Africa by Hayden L. Poulter, Louis S. Jenkins, Paul A. Kapp

“…Methods: This was a descriptive, exploratory, qualitative study using thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews. …”
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Critical Visuality Analysis of Sexuality in Qajar`s Painting (Geneanalysis of Body and Face in School of Royal Portraiture) by Hassan Zeinolsalehin

“…This research is qualitative and basic, and in terms of method, a descriptive with synthetic analysis research is applied critically. …”
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Evaluating the web-based ‘Partner in Balance’ program for informal caregivers of people with Huntington's disease: A pilot study by Maud M.J. Daemen, Lizzy M.M. Boots, Mayke Oosterloo, Marjolein E. de Vugt, Annelien A. Duits

“…Preliminary effects were based on self-report measures of self-efficacy, mastery, mood, quality of life, and capability to function. Coaches' evaluations were conducted using a questionnaire. …”
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SSR loci potentially associated with high amylopectine content in maize kernel endosperm by S. I. Vakula, O. A. Orlovskaya, L. V. Khotyleva, A. V. Kilchevsky

“…As a component of functional nutrition, maize cultivars with “non-traditional” kernel composition (waxy, oilbearing, sugar, opaque, etc. phenotypic variants) are promising. …”
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The survival rate of tuberculosis patients in HIV-treated cohort of 2008-2018 in Almaty, Kazakhstan by Ainur Zhandybayeva, Nune Truzyan, Elina Shahumyan, Aizat Kulzhabaeva, Zhamilya Nugmanova, Alfiya Denebayeva, Marat Tukeyev

“…Survival function for the TB treatment outcomes and factors predicting the probability of survival were tested and described. …”
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Framework to Assist Stakeholders in Technology Evaluation for Recovery (FASTER) to Mental Health and Wellness by Smisha Agarwal, Madhu Jalan, Rachel Hill, Emily Pantalone, Johannes Thrul, Ritu Sharma, Holly C. Wilcox, Karen A. Robinson

“…Risks and Mitigation Strategies, assesses the integrity and risk profile of the app; Section 2. Function, focuses on descriptive aspects related to accessibility, costs, developer credibility, evidence and clinical foundation, privacy/security, usability, functions for remote monitoring of the user, access to crisis services, and artificial intelligence (AI); and Section 3. …”
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