Weight Mobility and Obesity in a Representative Sample of the US Adult Population by Deanna J. M. Isaman, Amy E. Rothberg

“…We report the 1-year incidence and remission of obesity in a representative sample of the US population. Methods. Individuals from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) panel 17 were classified into standard obesity categories at enrollment and one year later. …”
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Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students by Amina Bougherra, Ameur Hamlaoui, Ahmed Lebchiri

“…The main purpose of this study is to determine the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students. Material and Methods. In this study, we used a descriptive approach. …”
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Kerala’s public healthcare services: Bihar’s blueprint for post–COVID-19 resilience by Rajani Mol, Bawa Singh, Vijay Kumar Chattu

“…However, Bihar can ensure no one is left behind by the law, which will help to maintain equality among the people. Conclusion: Therefore, Kerala’s healthcare service and public policies, such as the public health Act, are role models for Bihar. …”
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Effects of the Antiobesity Drugs Aplex and Venera on Certain Biochemical and Physiological Indices in Obese Adult Male Albino Rats by Suzan S. A. Elpasty, Eman G. E. Helal, Ashraf M. M. Algendy, Hany N. Yousef

“…This study is designed to determine the potential dangers of Aplex and Venera on certain biochemical and physiological indicators in obese adult male rats. Methods. Twenty-one obese male albino rats (9 weeks old and having a body mass of 220 ± 20 g) were divided into three equal groups: the control group (vehicle treatment), the Aplex group (0.1 mg/kg/day) for 30 days, and the Venera group (0.1 mg/kg/day) for 30 days. …”
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Oscillation rheometry of curing process of epoxy binders modified with polyetherimide by S. V. Polunin, K. A. Atamas, I. Yu. Gorbunova, P. A. Morozova, K. M. Marakhovsky

“…The aim of this study is to ascertain the influence of polyetherimide on the curing process of epoxy binders.Methods. The storage modulus and loss modulus of epoxyamine systems were measured as a function of curing time on the Anton Paar MCR 302 rheometer. …”
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Influence of chronic ischemic disorders in the prostate on the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia by G. E. Roitberg, K. G. Mkrtchyan, N. G. Kulchenko

“…To assess the degree of influence of ischemic disorders in the prostate on the level of androgens.Materials and methods. This was an experimental study that included 20 white non-linear sexually Mature rats. …”
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A deep classification model to assess environment following hazards using remote sensing images by Madhusmita Sahu, Rasmita Dash

“…In recent decades, natural hazards have become more dangerous due to developments affecting climate and land use/land cover (LULC), primarily driven by anthropic pressures such as urbanization, forest management methods, and agricultural activities. Advancements in Remote Sensing (RS) technology enable rapid, accurate terrain data collection, significantly aiding in mapping, monitoring, and assessing hazards. …”
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Evaluation of Efficacy of Tranexamic Acid on Blood Loss in Surgically Managed Intertrochanteric Fractures by Pradyumna K Majumdar, Goutam Goyal, Virender Kumar, Rajsingh Potalia, Sirshendu Roy, Piyush Punia

“…This prospective study evaluated its efficacy in reducing perioperative blood loss and accentuating its potential for a better outcome. Materials and Methods: A total of 100 patients were divided equally into two groups, A and B. …”
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Correlation between smoking and brain atrophy detected by cross sectional imaging by Aryan Wirya Marof, Saeed Nadhim Younus

“…We aimed to determine whether there is an association between smoking and brain atrophy by using certain parameters from CT scan or MRI of brain. Methods: This is a case control study done from December 2019 to May 2021, a total of 100 cases of CT scans and MRI brain which is randomly selected   reviewed by taking certain measurements like frontal horn index, Evans ratio, bicaudate index, huckman number, cella media. …”
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Assessment of ultrasound-guided tru-cut needle pleural biopsy in the diagnosis of unexplained exudative pleural effusion compared to medical thoracoscopy by Mostafa B. Elaraby, Ahmed M. Elsharkawy, Ghada A. Attia, Salwa A. Ganna

“…The patients were randomly separated into two equal groups. The girst group is USGNB and the second group is MT. …”
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The impact of mentor support and high-quality connections on student teachers’ psychological safety and engagement during practicum by Benjamin Dreer-Goethe

“…Furthermore, the analyses reveal that experiencing high-quality connections with school colleagues is equally associated with engagement (β = 0.20). With a larger effect (β = 0.44), the experience of high-quality connections predicts the psychological safety of student teachers. …”
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Agro-environmental assessment of composting plants in Southwestern of Morocco (Souss-Massa Region) by Khalid Azim, S. Komenane, B. Soudi

“…Results of field investigations showed that 55% of the composting plants have an area equal to one hectare. The proximity between mature piles and raw materials in 55.5% of cases could highly contaminate them by root knot nematode inoculum. …”
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Assessment of Physical Literacy Levels of Elementary School Students in Physical Education Learning Using CAPL-2: A Cross-Sectional Study by Johan Irmansyah, Mujriah, Elya Wibawa Syarifoeddin, Herman Syah

“…Holistic interventions are needed, including improved curriculum design, teacher training, equal access to facilities, and community involvement, to enhance physical literacy outcomes in Indonesia.…”
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Factors associated with psychological distress among members of HIV discordant couples in western Kenya: the role of adverse childhood experiences by Ken Ondenge, George Khalil, Isdorah Odero, Derek C Ford, William W Thompson, Eucabeth Awuonda, Tereza Omoro, Deborah A Gust

“… # Results Among the 202 participants who completed the survey (52% women and 48% men), the median NPD K6 score was equal for men and women (median=4; maximum=24). Participants did not report high levels of distress. …”
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Gender differences in time taken for peer review and publishing output in the physical sciences by Emma C. Leedham Elvidge

“…Background: Despite decades of work to improve gender equality in science (and other science, technology, engineering, and maths fields), gender bias still exists and has been shown to impact the retention of women in academic scientific careers. …”
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Transparent Tubular Retractor in Cranial Surgery: A Retrospective Analysis by Sundaravadhanan Shashivadhanan

“…Observation Of the 22 cases, 45% were of spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage; 27% were high-grade gliomas; and the rest were colloid cyst, cystic tumors, and metastatic tumors in equal proportion. Total tumor excision was achieved in 27%, while 90% excision was achieved in 45% cases. …”
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Early postoperative versus delayed radiotherapy in bladder sparring treatment of patients with high-grade urinary bladder cancer by P. G. Yakovlev

“…Kaplan-Meier survival curves were built to test the hypothesis of equality of survival of patients of both groups. …”
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Effect of Intracameral Moxifloxacin (0.5mg) on Morphology and Cell Density of Corneal Endothelium in Phacoemulsification Surgery by VK Malik, Rohit Kapoor, KPS Malik, Sanjiv Kumar, Charu Jain, Rishi Jhalani

“…Purpose: To study the effect of intracameral Moxifloxacin (0.5mg) on morphology and cell density of corneal endothelium in Phacoemulsification. Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted from December 2011 to January 2013. …”
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Exploring Factors behind Patient Nonadherence to Intravitreal Anti-Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Injections in Macular Diseases by Efrat Naaman, Noa Yanir-Prat, Diana Shair-Nakhleh, Nitai Bar, Beata Miller, Anna Fishman, Shiri Zayit-Soudry

“…Nonadherence to treatment may result in reduced visual outcomes, therefore understanding and addressing the underlying causes is imperative. Methods: A cross-sectional study of patients who missed their scheduled appointment for anti-VEGF IVT as part of the routine management of their macular disease at a single tertiary center between November 2020 and February 2021. …”
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Relación entre la enzima convertidora de angiotensina, polimorfismo I/D, y obstrucción coronaria en una población del Quindío, Colombia by Patricia Landázuri, Hugo Castaño, Nelsy Loango, Andrea Cardona-Barreto, Alejandra María Giraldo

“…To find a relationship between ACE activity and I/D polymorphism in the enzymegene in patients with coronary obstruction revealed by angiography. Materials and methods. Sample comprised patients attending ahemodynamics center in Quindío in need of a coronary angiography. …”
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