Effects of <i>Lactiplantibacillus plantarum</i> and Fermentation Time on the Quality, Bacterial Community, and Functional Prediction of Silage from <i>Lotus corniculatus</i> L. in... by Yang Wang, Yang Yang, Xiaoyu Yang, Lei Huang, Puchang Wang, Lili Zhao

“…<b>Abstract:</b> To improve the silage quality of <i>Lotus corniculatus</i> L. and expedite the promotion of cultivated varieties, this study investigates the impact of <i>Lactiplantibacillus plantarum</i> on the fermentation characteristics, bacterial community, and functional aspects of silage. The experiment included a control (CK) and a <i>Lactiplantibacillus plantarum</i> (LP) treatment, with sampling conducted at 3, 7, 15, and 45 days of fermentation to monitor nutritional value and fermentation quality, as well as changes in the bacterial community at 3 and 45 days. …”
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Methane (CH₄) emissions exceeding the threshold from chilli cultivation mulching practices in Sleman Regency, Indonesia by Aristya Ardhitama, Bayu Dwi Apri Nugroho, Junun Sartohadi, Supari Supari, Reni Kraningtyas, Riana Listanti, Khaeruniah Hikmah Taulani

“…These included unmulched treatment (M0), organic mulch (M1), and plastic mulch (M2), each replicated three times. Gas sampling was performed biweekly for 112 days using the closed chamber method. …”
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Improving the public's willingness to purchase near-expired food to reduce food waste: The case of milk products in China by Shujun Cheng, Xuanhao Shi, Yanjun Ren, Minjuan Zhao

“…This research focuses on food date labelling (FDL) and explores how consumers' label cognition impacts their willingness to purchase NEF. Using a random sampling method online, we obtain 2 113 valid samples from China and conduct an information intervention 'quasi-natural experiment' to obtain participants' FDL cognition and willingness to purchase the near-expired milk (NEM) before and after the intervention and evaluate the impact of the intervention through the differences-in-differences model. …”
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DMT and harmala alkaloids: an exploratory study of oral Acacia based formulations in healthy volunteers by Yvonne A. Bonomo, Yvonne A. Bonomo, Amanda F. Norman, Lisa Collins, Margaret Ross, Justin Dwyer, Daniel Perkins, Daniel Perkins, Daniel Perkins, Jerome Sarris, Jerome Sarris, Jerome Sarris, Jerome Sarris

“…The small sample size and open label design limit generalizability of results.Clinical trial registrationhttps://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?…”
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Explaining Factors Influencing the Establishment of Health-Promoting Hospitals: A National Study using Path Analysis by Marzieh Javadi, Fatemeh Rahmati, Mahmood Salesi, Maryam Yaghoubi

“…The study sample included 230 university professors, managers and nursing experts with academic, executive and managerial experiences in health promotion. …”
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Exploring marriage beliefs from the perspectives of married students by Efat Sadeghian, Efat Sadeghian, Seyed Ali Ghasemi, Maryam Maddineshat, Maryam Maddineshat

“…By examining these beliefs and considering the experiences of married students, valuable information can be gathered to develop policies that protect family rights and support the younger generation.AimThis study aimed to explore the beliefs about marriage from the perspectives of married students.MethodA qualitative study was conducted. …”
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Qualitative Analysis of Fan Expectations from Persian Gulf Pro League Football Clubs by Mehrdad Moharramzadeh, Mohammad Zare Abandansari, Abolfazl Arij

“…Purposeful and snowball sampling were employed, and data were analyzed using Colaizzi’s seven-step method via MAXQDA. …”
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Examining the Role of Sex Education in Maternal Awareness and Proficiency in Addressing Children’s Sexual Questions by Seyede Soraya Alavinezhad, Seyed Saeid Sajjadi Anari, Masoumeh Zabeti Arani, Morteza Valaei

“…Subsequently, all data were subjected to analysis utilizing the seven-step process of Colaizzi’s method in conjunction with MAXQDA version 18 software. …”
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Supplementation of Carrageenan (Kappaphycus alvarezii) for Shrimp Diet to Improve Immune Response and Gene Expression of White Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) by Ichoun Brawici Dhewang, Ervia Yudiati, Subagiyo Subagiyo, Rabia Alghazeer

“…All treatments were replicated three times. 180 L. vannamei with average weight of 6.5±0.66 g is used for research object Total Haemocyte count (THC), Phenoloxidase (PO), Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) activity, and Phagocytic activity/Index (PA/PI) were examined after feeding the White shrimp with diets supplemented with carrageenan in time series sampling. Immune-related gene expression (Lipopolisaccharide Glucan Binding Protein/ LGBP, Pro Pehnol Oxidase/ ProPO, and Lectin Type C/ Lectin) was evaluated by quantitative Real-Time PCR (qRT-PCR) at the end of experiment. …”
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ChatGPT in higher education - A Student's perspective by Ahmed Shuhaiber, Mohammad Amin Kuhail, Sinan Salman

“…We collected data from a sample of 283 university students in the United Arab Emirates, employing a convenience sampling method. …”
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Condensed tannins as a deterrent to crop depredation by white‐tailed deer: Effects of concentration and learning by Kyle B. Monteith, Kevin L. Monteith, Jonathan A. Jenks

“…We hypothesized that chemical application of tannins to forages would provide a nonlethal method to reduce crop depredation in areas susceptible to ungulate damage. …”
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Exploring the Condition of Cyberbullying Victimization on Adolescents' Self-Esteem: A Cross-Sectional Study by Dwi Indah Iswanti, Nia Agustiningsih, I Made Moh. Yanuar Saifudin, Ah Yusuf, Ahsan

“…The sample size of 144 was determined using purposive sampling based on predetermined criteria. …”
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The mediating role of peritraumatic stress in the relationship between childhood psychological maltreatment and optimism and pessimism among earthquake survivors in Turkey by Zafer Güney ÇAĞIŞ, İslam AKÇE, Izaddin Ahmad AZİZ, Amelia RIZZO, Gabriella NUCERA, Nicola BRAGAZZI, Lukasz SZARPAK, Francesco CHIRICO, Arash ZIAPOUR, Mehmet Emin ŞAKAR, Şoreş Hakı ÇELİK, Murat YILDIRIM

“…Therefore, in this study, it was aimed to examine the mediating role of peritraumatic distress in the relationship between childhood psychological maltreatment and optimism and pessimism among earthquake survivors. Methods: Using a snowball sampling technique with a cross-sectional research design, the sample comprised 311 adults who survived earthquake survivors in Turkey. …”
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Sikap Ibu Terhadap Pemberian Imunisasi Measles Rubella Secara Tepat Waktu Selama Pandemi Covid-19 by Dianti Oktadevi, Ayun Sriatmi, Wulan Kusumastuti

“…The research population was mothers who have babies aged 9-12 months with a sample of 100 mothers using cluster sampling technique in each village. …”
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Geomorphologic Phenomenon of Marly Hills and its Effect on Chemical Quality of the Agricultural Water (case study: Kalateh-Sadat watershed of Sabzevar) by Leila Montaseri, Abolghasem Amir Ahmadi, Mohammad Ali Zangeneh Asadi

“…Geomorphological phenomenon discussed in this research is marly hills that is result of volcanic-sedimentary activities of geological tertiary and is discussed the role of chemical effects this hills in mudding water one of the rivers current in its area (Kalateh-Sadat river in west Sabzevar) to irrigate agricultural lands around this river, that slang term to it "water-coloring" they say. In this study, methods of field observation, interview with local farmers, sampling and analysis of water and physicochemical experiments have been used. …”
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Evaluating the Performance of the Rural Guide Plans in Physical Development of the Rural Settlements (Case Study: Nabovat and Khoran Villages in Eyvangharb Township) by Mehdi Pourtaheri, Abdolreza Rokneddin Eftekhari, Mohsen Abbasi

“…To evaluate the performance of the rural guide plan’s implementation in physical development of the mentioned villages we use two statistical methods: compare means and the Wilcoxon nonparametric test for evaluating the sample’s opinions before and after the implementation of the plan. to evaluate the performance of the plans we used questionnaire technique with the acceptable validity coefficient level 0.77 (conbach alpha).The findings indicate that the implementation of the plans in these two villages to achieve physical objectives such as improving the quality of canals, agricultural canals, improving housing and construction, has been successful in fact, but according to the Wilcoxon test results the rural plan has not been able to cause a positive change in the improvement of the rural services, compared to the previous period.…”
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Patient Satisfaction and Adherence to Treatment: The Role of Healthcare Provider Attitudes and Waiting Times in Edo North, Edo State Nigeria by Joseph Odunayo Braimah, Nnamdi Edike, Fabio Mathias Correa

“…Aim: This study highlights the urgent need for a patient-centred healthcare model, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria, that face challenges in implementing such an approach. Materials and Methods: This study examined patient satisfaction and treatment adherence within public health facilities in Edo North, Nigeria. …”
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Identification and exploration of the needs for health care in tuberculosis patients dropping out from therapy in Malang city: A qualitative phenomenological study by Nrs. Kumboyono

“…Objective: The purpose of this study is to identify requirements for health care among TB patients dropping out from treatment, based on the perspective of TB patients in Malang City. Materials and Methods: The study is of a qualitative phenomenological design in which samples were drawn using convenience sampling technique. …”
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Barriers to self-management engagement among community-dwelling older adults with mild cognitive impairment: a qualitative study by Jingxian Sun, Yayi Zhao, Aihong Wang

“…This study sought to gain insights into the barriers to self-management engagement among community-dwelling older adults with MCI.MethodsThis qualitative study used a phenomenological approach. …”
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Intensive training, skill acquisition, and development in South African higher institution by Matthew Olusegun Awotunde, Rafiu Adewale Aregbeshola

“…The study employed a hybrid of experimental methods and a cross-sectional survey design to capture a holistic understanding of the experiences and outcomes of the intensive training initiative. …”
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