Feeling of existential anxiety among displaced middle school students in the light of some variables by Oday Namat Ajaj  , Dhafar Hatim Fadeel                                                    

“…The sample included 480 male and female students who were chosen in the random and equal class method from the fifth intermediate class students, for the academic year (2019-2020) distributed on (16) secondary and high schools, eight of which are for males and eight for females, at the rate of (240) males and (240) females. …”
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Effects of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilisation in patients with chronic mechanical low back pain----A randomized control trial by Sameera Gul, Sana Bashir, Nida Mushtaq Kayani, Zoha Sabir, Hafiza Qurat-Ul-Ain

“… Objective: To determine the effects of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation compared to manual myofascial release in terms of managing pain, improving range of motion, and reducing disability in patients with chronic mechanical low back pain. Method: The randomised controlled trial was conducted from July 2022 to July 2023 at the Foundation University College of Physical Therapy and Gul’s Rehab Clinic, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, and comprised patients of either gender diagnosed with chronic mechanical low back pain. …”
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Investigation of Machine Tool Developed Settings Influence on Productivity and Quality of Simultaneous Double-Sided Lens Processing by A. S. Kozeruk, Y. L. Malpica, A. A. Sukhotzkiy, M. I. Filonova, V. O. Kuznechik

“…The paper presents methodology for determining rational modes of abrasive processing for high-precision lenses while using a method of free lapping at finishing operations. Analytical expressions have been obtained to determine coordinates of reference points on a spherical surface which are necessary for mathematical modeling of its processing at pivotal machines. …”
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Evaluation of the visual signal in playback by territorial responses of nuthatches by Miao Tian, Junyang Feng, Canwei Xia

“…A playback experiment is a well-established method for behavior research, especially in the study of the territorial responses of songbirds. …”
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Exploring the equity of distribution of general medical services funding allocations in Wales: a time-series analysis by Jonny Currie, Kathrin Thomas, Anne M Cunningham, Kerry Bailey, Haroon Ahmed, Daniel Farewell, Sally Lewis

“…Design & setting: A time-series analysis was undertaken in the primary care setting in Wales. Method: We obtained funding data for general practices in Wales between 2014 and 2022, and explored the equity of distribution using the percentage of practice patients living in the 20% most deprived small areas in Wales. …”
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Comparison between the levels of anti mullerian hormone after treatment with clomid versus letrozole in polycystic women: an experimental study by Manal Madany Abdel Qader, Shatha Sami Hussein, Huda Fadhil Jadi

“… Objective: To compare the effect of two ovulation induction drugs on anti-Mullerian hormone level in polycystic women. Method: The experimental cohort study was done at the infertility outpatient clinics of Al-Yarmouk Teaching Hospital, Baghdad, Iraq, from May 2020 to April 2021, and comprised infertile women aged 18-35 years with confirmed diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome. …”
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Investigation of the occurrence of flutter in isotropic and orthotropic plates with different boundary conditions and skew angles by N. S. Azikov, A. V. Zinin, Yu. V. Gaidarzhi

“…A homogeneous system of equations is obtained using the Bubnov-Galerkin method for deflection, represented as a series composed of proper shapes. …”
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Coffee processing waste as a reinforcing material in the preparation of chitosan-based magnetic composite for the removal of chromium (VI) from aqueous solution by Shimelis Kebede Kassahun, Amen Getaye, Konstantina Tsigkou, Irini Angelidaki

“…The composite adsorbent was synthesized using a co-precipitation method with different mixing ratios of chitosan to coffee husk fibers (27:75, 50:25, and 75:25). …”
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Survival and transfer of microorganisms from kitchen sponges to surfaces of stainless steel and polyethylene by Eliandra Mirlei Rossi, Diane Scapin, Eduardo César Tondo

“…The transfer and survival of microorganisms was quantified by swab collection and pour-plate method using plate count agar. Results: All sponges were contaminated by heterotrophic microorganisms (average of 6.8 log CFU/sponge) and 83.3% with faecal coliforms (average of 5 log CFU/sponge). …”
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Extraction of Nd(III) by Hydrophobic Deep Eutectic Solvent BTMPPA/Phenol from Nitrate Solution by Inna V. Zinov’eva, Yulia A. Zakhodyaeva, Andrey A. Voshkin

“…Solvent extraction is an effective method in the hydrometallurgical processing of NdFeB magnets. …”
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Magnetite-Functionalized Horse Dung Humic Acid (HDHA) for the Uptake of Toxic Lead(II) from Artificial Wastewater by Rahmat Basuki, Bambang Rusdiarso, Sri Juari Santosa, Dwi Siswanta

“…Magnetite-functionalized horse dung humic acid (HDHA) has been successfully prepared by the coprecipitation method, and the as-prepared adsorbent (MHDHA) has been applied as an easy-handling adsorbent for toxic Pb(II) in artificial wastewater. …”
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Bridging Worlds: Exploring Manat and Human-Non-Human Connections in Gayo Community by Nabila Ulamy Alya

“…<div>This research explores the practice of manat in Gayo community of Aceh as a bridge of communication&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 1rem;">between humans, animals, plants, and spiritual beings, illustrating how such interactions foster a&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">harmonious relationship with nature. Using storytelling method, this study shows how manat reflects a&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">dynamic cosmology, where ethical behavior with non-human entities is maintained through equal&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">relationships. …”
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Physical simulation test of multi-stage staged fracturing for shale horizontal wells by GUO Tiankui, SUN Yueming, LIU Xuewei, CHEN Ming, LIU Xiaoqiang

“…In order to clarify the influence of in-situ stress difference, displacement and fracturing series on the propagation of staged fractures in shale horizontal wells, we do the research based on a true triaxial hydraulic fracturing test system, using outcrop shale samples (300 mm × 300 mm × 300 mm) as the research object, combined with the new method of fracture-induced stress detection of staged fracturing and the three-dimensional morphological structure of specimens after hydraulic fracturing test. …”
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Interictal electroencephalographic findings in children and adults with temporal lobe tumors Eletrencefalograma interictal em crianças e adultos com tumores de lobo temporal by Renata C. Franzon, Maria Augusta Montenegro, Clarissa Lin Yasuda, Catarina A. Guimarães, Carlos A.M. Guerreiro, Fernando Cendes, Kette D. Valente, Marilisa M. Guerreiro

“…OBJECTIVE: To characterize clinical and interictal electroencephalographic aspects of children and adults with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) due to tumoral lesions. METHOD: We performed a retrospective analysis of the clinical and interictal electroencephalographic aspects of 16 children (64 exams) and 12 adults (78 exams) with lesions in the temporal lobe. …”
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Reassessment of public awareness and prevention strategies for HIV and COVID-19 co-infections through epidemic modeling. by Dipo Aldila, Joseph Páez Chávez, Bayu Nugroho, Benjamin Idoko Omede, Olumuyiwa James Peter, Putri Zahra Kamalia

“…The Pontryagin's Maximum Principle is employed to characterize the optimal control problem, which is solved using a forward-backward iterative method. Numerical investigations of the optimal control model highlight the critical role of a well-designed combination of interventions to achieve optimal reductions in the spread of both HIV and COVID-19.…”
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DETERMINATION OF PASSENGER-TRAFFIC FLOWS IN REGIONAL TRANSPORT SYSTEM ON THE BASIS OF MODIFIED GRAVITY MODELS by E. A. Nurminskiy, I. N. Pugachev, N. V. Shamray, V. N. Sedyukevich

“…The given models have permitted to make analysis of more than 5000 populated locality pairs for 86 residential areas where the population constitutes more than 80 % and its passenger flow formation component in equal to 60%. Traffic flows between these settlement pairs have been estimated with the help of gravity models with various attraction functions and Arrowsmith method for provision of transportation balances. …”
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Optimization of meropenem continuous infusion based on Monte Carlo simulation integrating with degradation study. by Nguyen Tran Nam Tien, Vu Ngan Binh, Pham Thi Thanh Ha, Dang Thi Ngoc Lan, Yong-Soon Cho, Nguyen Phuoc Long, Jae-Gook Shin, Nguyen Hoang Anh, Truong Anh Quan, Do Ngoc Tuan, Nguyen Khac Tiep, Pham The Thach, Nguyen Hoang Anh, Vu Dinh Hoa

“…This study evaluated the stability of meropenem brands and the consequence of in-bottle degradation on PTA in different environmental scenarios.<h4>Method</h4>Seven meropenem generic brands prepared at concentrations of 1 g/48mL and 2 g/48mL in saline were examined at 25, 30, and 37°C over 8 h. …”
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Reliability-Based Design of Solid and Nail-jointed I-Section of Nigerian-Grown African Birch (<i>Anogeissus leiocarpus</i>) Timber Column by U.N. Wilson, A.A. Adedeji, F.O.P. Oriola, J.A. Alomaja, J.E. Sani

“…A FORTRAN-based program was also developed and used for the reliability analysis of the Nigerian-grown African birch columns designed to ascertain their level of safety using First-Order Reliability Method (FORM). The ‘I’- section was found unsafe to bear the design load unlike its corresponding solid section. …”
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Unraveling smallholder food loss and value for sustainable cold chain investments: a case of horticultural value chains in Kiambu County, Kenya by Catherine W. Kilelu, Daniel M. Musyoka, Dorcas N. Kalele

“…This article provides findings from a diagnostic study conducted to understand these factors and practices in smallholder focused horticultural value chains in Kenya. The mixed-method study collected quantitative and qualitative data through a household survey of 460 farmers and 25 key informant interviews. …”
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El libro verde de la RSC de la Comisión Europea y la teoría de los stakeholders desde la perspectiva de género by María Elósegui Itxaso

“…ABSTRACT The interest of the UE in the promotion of the RSC must be study in the context of the social politicy of the UE. In this research, a method qualitative has been used, based upon the theoretical analysis of the European Communitarian Law, that supportes a theory of justice and Human Rights in the Framework of the values maintained by the European social paradigm. …”
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