Mechanism of intestinal flora affecting SLC2A9 transport function to promote the formation of hyperuricemia by Ying Ying, Yi Zhang, Jing Sun, Yong Chen, Huaxiang Wu

“…Objective: To investigate the structural characteristics of the intestinal flora in obese-hyperuricemic (HUA-W) patients and the mechanisms by which they promote the formation of hyperuricemia. Methods: 120 human fecal samples (60 cases in HC, 30 cases in HUA-N, and 30 cases in HUA-W) and 40 cases in the colonic tissues (20 cases in HC, 10 cases in HUA-N, and 10 cases in HUA-W) were collected. …”
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The effect and safety of sleep interventions on suicidal thoughts and behavior – A systematic review and meta-analyses by Paula von Spreckelsen, Daan Schouten, Natasha G. Waslam, Patricia Katuin, Henriette D. Heering, Caroline Planting, Niki Antypa, Liia Kivelä, Marike Lancel, Lizanne J.S. Schweren

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Factors associated with respectful maternity care reported by patients in selected health facilities in Musanze District, Rwanda: a facility-based cross-sectional study by Alexandre Dukundane, Jean Nepomuscene Renzaho, Victor Mivumbi Ndicunguye, Ephrem Daniel Sheferaw, Alemayehu Amberbir

“…We used simple random sampling to select health centers and included all participants who satisfied the inclusion criteria until the predetermined sample size was reached. …”
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Adsorpsi Congo Red dan Remazol Red oleh Silika Pasir Pantai Panjang dengan Metode Spektroskopi by Sasti Yuliafitri, Eko Swistoro

“…This study intended to 1) explain the process of synthesis silica from Bengkulu beach sand; 2) describe pH, weight, contact time, optimum temperature, thermodynamics, isotherms, kinetics of the Congo Red and Remazol Red adsorption process of silica from Bengkulu beach sand using spectroscopic UV-Vis analysis methods. Based on the experiments, the results were 1) The synthesis of  silica from Bengkulu beach sand was carried out through the purification of the sample, the potassium silicate preparation (K2SiO3) by the alkali fussion method, gel making, and the silica gel preparation (SiO2). …”
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Wind Power Prediction considering Ramping Events Based on Generative Adversarial Network by Qiyue Huang

“…To address the problems of insufficient sample data and low prediction accuracy in existing ramping prediction methods, a new way of wind power prediction considering ramping events based on Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) is proposed. …”
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Research on Vibration Fatigue Damage Locations of Offshore Oil and Gas Pipelines Based on the GA-Improved BP Neural Network by Yaoguo Xie, Chengang Gao, Puzhe Wang, Lei Zhou, Chuanjie Zhang, Xianqiang Qu

“…This approach was verified by experiments and simulations. First, a BP neural network for structural damage location was constructed, and a method to optimize the BP neural network parameters based on the GA was established. …”
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A novel ensemble support vector machine model for land cover classification by Ying Liu, Lihua Huang

“…Nowadays, support vector machines are widely applied to land cover classification although this method is sensitive to parameter selection and noise samples. …”
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Identifying and classifying trait linked polymorphisms in non-reference species by walking coloured de bruijn graphs. by Richard M Leggett, Ricardo H Ramirez-Gonzalez, Walter Verweij, Cintia G Kawashima, Zamin Iqbal, Jonathan D G Jones, Mario Caccamo, Daniel Maclean

“…We present Bubbleparse, a method for detecting variants directly from next-generation reads without a reference sequence. …”
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Longitudinal Outcomes of Gender Identity in Children (LOGIC): protocol for a prospective longitudinal cohort study of children referred to the UK gender identity development servic... by Victoria Vickerstaff, Talen Wright, Michael King, Bridget Young, Rachael Hunter, Gary Butler, Polly Carmichael, Rumana Omar, Veronica Ranieri, Eilis Kennedy, Simon Baron-Cohen, Lauren Spinner, Chloe Lane, Hannah Stynes, Robert Senior

“…The impact of factors such as co-occurring autism and early social transition on outcomes over time will be explored.Methods and analysis This is a prospective cohort study of CYP aged 3–14 years when referred to the UK GIDS. …”
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Random k conditional nearest neighbor for high-dimensional data by Jiaxuan Lu, Hyukjun Gweon

“…We investigate the properties of the proposed method using simulation. Moreover, the experiments on gene expression datasets show that the proposed method is promising in terms of predictive classification performance.…”
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Nonlinear Volatility Risk Prediction Algorithm of Financial Data Based on Improved Deep Learning by Wangsong Xie

“…And for 1200 test samples, the average error of data risk prediction of the proposed method is 0.0217%. …”
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ECG‐based epileptic seizure prediction: Challenges of current data‐driven models by Sotirios Kalousios, Jens Müller, Hongliu Yang, Matthias Eberlein, Ortrud Uckermann, Gabriele Schackert, Witold H. Polanski, Georg Leonhardt

“…Abstract Objective Up to a third of patients with epilepsy fail to achieve satisfactory seizure control. A reliable method of predicting seizures would alleviate psychological and physical impact. …”
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Breaking the glass ceiling: an examination of gendered barriers in school leadership progression in South Africa by Damilola Adinyenka Akinola, Parvathy Naidoo

“…The study employed a qualitative approach, to delve into the experiences of female school leaders. Purposive sampling was used to select female school principals, deputy principals, and departmental heads from three public schools in the Johannesburg Central district. …”
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A randomized controlled trial comparing acarbose vs. insulin therapy for gestational diabetes in individuals with inadequate glycemic control by diet alone by J. A. Villarreal-Rodriguez, L. G. Mancillas Adame, J. Maldonado-Sanchez, A. Guzmán-López, O. R. Treviño-Montemayor, J. G. Gonzalez-Gonzalez, D. Saldívar-Rodríguez

“…Materials and Methods: Pregnant patients diagnosed with GD who failed glycemic control on dietetic treatment, were randomized to receive standard insulin therapy or acarbose. …”
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Missed Nursing Care and its relationship with Nurses’ Perceptions of Professional Practice Environment during Hajj Season by Faisal A. Alasmari, Ebtisam A. Ebrahim, Hawazin Y. Alhawasawi, Hussam Z. Abujaab, Mohamed P. Shahid, Naif A. Alduaiji, Alaa S. Sheikh, Mazen Z. Abo Jaab, Marwan S. Hawsawei, Dania A. Fatani, Amani M. Tukruni

“…A convenience sample of 463 registered nurse who has at least one year of nursing experience and working in inpatient units was included in this study. …”
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Psychological and cultural correlates of illness conception and menopausal symptoms: a cross-sectional and longitudinal comparative study of Mosuo, Yi, and Han women by Limin Gao, Limin Gao, Jinyi Wang, Ying Zhang, Xudong Zhao, Xudong Zhao, Haojie Fu, Haojie Fu

“…ObjectiveThis study explores the differences in menopausal symptoms, illness conception, and health-seeking behaviors among Mosuo, Yi, and Han women in China, analyzes the key factors behind these differences, and conducts a longitudinal comparison.MethodsThis study collected data from Mosuo, Yi, and Han women in Yongning Township, Ninglang County, Yunnan Province, through a questionnaire survey. …”
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Impact of digital interdisciplinary consultation on secondary care referrals by general practitioners: a protocol for a stepped-wedge cluster randomised controlled trial by Maarten Postma, Danielle Jansen, Henk van der Worp, Marco H Blanker, Henk Schers, Sanne Sanavro, Joke Stoffelen, Paul Koning, Michiel de Boer, Guus Janus

“…No previous research has been done to evaluate the impact of this new platform on the referral rates to the hospital.Methods and analysis A stepped-wedge randomised controlled trial (RCT) will be performed in Zwolle region in the Netherlands to analyse the effect of introduction of the platform on rate of inappropriate referrals to orthopaedic surgery. …”
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Acupuncture-assisted anaesthesia for catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation to reduce the consumption of morphine hydrochloride and postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV): stud... by Qi Wang, Yuqi Jia, Xuecheng Zhang, Yujiang Dong, Zhihui Hou, Wenqi Deng, Menghe Zhang, Qiurun Mu, Hongling Jia

“…Therefore, this trial was designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of AAA in reducing PONV and morphine hydrochloride consumption during catheter ablation.Methods This single-centre, patient-blinded, randomised, non-penetrating sham-controlled trial will be conducted in China. …”
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Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor, dapagliflozin, reverses depressive-like behavior in a mouse model of post-traumatic stress disorder by Haneen Amawi, Tayma Makhlouf, Alaa M. Hammad, Sahar Alsheyab, Rawan Alhazaimeh, F. Scott Hall, Joyeeta T. Khan, Bahaa Al-Trad, Amit K. Tiwari

“…Blood and brain tissue samples were collected for analysis stress markers. …”
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Elevating Voices, Addressing Depression, Toxic Stress, and Equity Through Group Prenatal Care: A Pilot Study by Shannon N. Lenze, Kelly McKay-Gist, Rachel Paul, Melissa Tepe, Katherine Mathews, Sara Kornfield, Cheron Phillips, Richelle Smith, Amanda Stoermer, Ebony B. Carter

“…This article outlines the foundational community-engaged process to develop EleVATE GC and pilot study results. Methods: We used community-based participatory research principles and the Ferguson Commission Report to guide creation of EleVATE GC. …”
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