Effectiveness of the GAEC standard of cross compliance retain terraces on soil erosion control by Paolo Bazzoffi, Lorenzo Gardin

“…Thus, they continue to exert a valuable environmental function in terms of production of public goods and services; in particular, in the decrease of hydrogeological risk.…”
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Evaluation of interventricular delay during cardiac resynchronization therapy in patients with quadripolar systems in long-term postoperative follow-up by T. V. Chumarnaya, T. A. Lyubimtseva, V. K. Lebedeva, N. Z. Gasimova, D. S. Lebedev, O. E. Solovieva

“…At the same time, not a single factor, taken separately, made it possible to separate responders and non-responders.Conclusion. …”
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Generalized Type-2 Fuzzy Approach for Parameter Adaptation in the Whale Optimization Algorithm by Leticia Amador-Angulo, Oscar Castillo, Patricia Melin, Zong Woo Geem

“…The initial idea is to improve the efficacy of the original WOA using a GT2FLS to find the optimal values of the <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><msub><mover accent="true"><mi mathvariant="bold-italic">r</mi><mo>→</mo></mover><mn mathvariant="bold">1</mn></msub></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> and <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><msub><mover accent="true"><mi mathvariant="bold-italic">r</mi><mo>→</mo></mover><mn mathvariant="bold">2</mn></msub></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> parameters of the WOA, for the case of optimizing mathematical functions. In the WOA algorithm, <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><msub><mover accent="true"><mi mathvariant="bold-italic">r</mi><mo>→</mo></mover><mn mathvariant="bold">1</mn></msub></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> is a variable that affects the new position of the whale in the search space, in this case, affecting the exploration, and <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><msub><mover accent="true"><mi mathvariant="bold-italic">r</mi><mo>→</mo></mover><mn mathvariant="bold">2</mn></msub></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> is a variable that has an effect on finding the local optima, which is an important factor for the exploration. …”
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Evaluation of the mechanical characteristics of bagasse ash concrete using response surface methodology by Uzoma Ibe Iro, George Uwadiegwu Alaneme, Nakkeeran Ganasen, M. VishnuPriyan, Imoh Christopher Attah, Val Hyginus Udoka Eze, Bamidele Charles Olaiya, Somtochukwu Ejeabukwa

“…The optimized response surface factor levels ratio of 0.25:0.039:0.425:0.525 for cement, SCBA, fine and coarse aggregates respectively was generated using desirability function, which led to maximized compressive strength of 28.582 MPa and flexural strength of 7.912 MPa. …”
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Energy imbalance in oPOI ovarian granulosa cells is linked to reduced glucose bioavailability and metabolism by Weronika Marynowicz, Paulina Głód, Dawid Maduzia, Justyna Gogola-Mruk, Anna Ptak

“…Molecular analysis of GCs and CCs involved RT-qPCR and functional assays, including Seahorse metabolic profiling, fluorometric/luminescent enzyme activity tests, and mitochondrial fluorescent staining. …”
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Effects of melatonin on peritoneal fibrosis induced by high glucose peritoneal dialysis in rats by XING Bei-bei, ZHU Qi-jin, QI Xiang-ming, XU Xing-xin, WU Yong-gui

“…Objective To investigate the effects of melatonin（MT） on peritoneal fibrosis induced by high glucose peritoneal dialysis in rats.Methods 38 SD male rats were randomly assigned into 5 groups:control group（n = 6）,peritoneal fibrosis group（n = 8）,peritoneal fibrosis ± MT 5 mg·kg^-1 ·d^-1 administration group（low MT dose group,n = 8）,peritoneal fibrosis ± MT 10 mg·kg^-1·d^-1 administration group（moderate MT dose group,n = 8）,peritoneal fibrosis ± MT 20 mg·kg^-1 ·d^-1 administration group（high MT dose group,n = 8）.The rats were injected intraperitoneal with4.25%peritoneal dialysis fluid at 100 ml·kg^-1 daily to build peritoneal fibrosis model.After 28 days,4 h peritoneal equilibration test（PET） was carried out,measuring amount of ultrafiltration（UF）,and calculating both dialysate-to-plasma ratios（D/P） for creatinine at 4 h and the ratio of glucose at4 h to the dialysate glucose concentration at time zero（D/D0）.Rats were killed,taking the parietal peritoneum HE and Masson staining to observe the morphological changes of the peritoneum.We use immunohistochemical methods to detect the expressions of transforming growth factor β1（TGF-β1）,collagen Ⅰ（Col-Ⅰ） and orsmooth muscle actin（α-SMA）.Results（1） Compared with the control group,UF and D4/D0 were significantly decreased（P<0.05） and D/Purea was markedly increased（P<0.05） in model group;Compared with the model group,UF and D4/D0 were significantly increased（P<0.05） and D/Purea was markedly decreased（P<0.05） in MT groups.（2） In the control group,the peritoneal tissues had smooth surface,the visible flat mesothelial monolayer cells covered loose connective tissues;compared with the control group,the peritonea of the model group were markedly thickened,with rough surface,and mesothelial cells were swelling and lost with collagen deposition.All above mentioned pathological changes reduced markedly in MT groups.（3） Expressions of TGF-β1,Col-1 and α-SMA were significantly increased in model group than the control group（P<0.05）;they were significantly decreased by treatment with MT.Conclusions MT can inhibit peritoneal fibrosis in rats by improving the structure and function of the peritoneum and inhibiting the expressions of the TGF-β1,α-SMA and Col- Ⅰ.…”
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Expression of CSTF2 in oral squamous cell carcinoma and its relationship with immune infiltration and poor prognosis by Zumulaiti Aierken, Muertiza Muhetaer, Zhang Lei, Ainiwaerjiang Abudourousuli, Ainiwaerjiang Abudourousuli

“…Differences in CSTF2 expression between OSCC and adjacent non-cancerous samples were evaluated using the Wilcoxon rank-sum test. Functional enrichment analyses have been performed to identify biological pathways and functions associated with CSTF2. …”
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Demographic characteristics and clinical manifestations of interstitial lung disease with systemic sclerosis in eastern part of Libya by Fathi Elbraky, Khaled Alsaeiti, Fathiyah Aboulqasim, Saleh Alawgali

“…Pulmonary function test, chest X-ray (CXR), and high-resolution computed tomography of the chest (HRCT) in all patients were recorded. …”
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Exposição ocupacional do cirurgião-dentista à vibração mecânica transmitida através das mãos: um estudo de caso Occupational exposure of dental surgeons to mechanical vibration: a... by Gilsée Ivan Regis Filho, Thiago Rodrigo Lóss Zmijevski, Louise Pietrobon, Marianella Aguilar Ventura Fadel, Francisco Keller Klug

“…The deleterious effects of vibration on the hand-arm assembly are a function of frequency and amplitude of the signal. …”
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Exploring the therapeutic effects of Zingiberis Rhizoma Preparatum (Pao-Jiang) against DSS-induced ulcerative colitis in mice by metabolomics-guided analysis by Jianliang Geng, Chen Chen, Dabo Pan, Qiuhong Wang

“…The pathological and biochemical tests showed that the water and alcohol extracts of Gan-Jiang and Pao-Jiang could reduce the disease activity index (DAI) and colon tissue damage, inhibit the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and leukocyte-mediated interleukin-1β and 6 (IL-1β and IL-6), and alleviate abnormal histopathological changes of UC mice in various degrees. …”
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New Anatomic Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction Used in a Complex Revision ACL Reconstruction by Luke V. Tollefson BS, Nicholas I. Kennedy MD, Robert F. LaPrade MD, PhD

“…After ACLRs, many patients still have residual anterolateral instability which is a risk factor for ACL graft failure. An anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) attempts to restore the native function of the anterolateral complex to augment the ACL. …”
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TCN-LSTM-MHSA model optimized by improved slime mould algorithm for stress prediction of roadway anchor bolts (cables) by QI Junyan, CHE Yuhao, WANG Lei, YUAN Ruifu

“…Experimental results showed that: ① Compared with the Slime Mould Algorithm (SMA), Genetic Algorithm (GA), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), and Sparrow Search Algorithm (SSA), the ISMA optimization strategy demonstrated better convergence speed and optimization ability in multiple benchmark function tests. ② In the stress prediction experiment, ablation experiments verified the necessity of TCN, LSTM, and MHSA modules. ③ The ISMA-optimized TCN-LSTM-MHSA model outperformed mainstream prediction models such as BP and GRU in MAE, RMSE, and R2 metrics, showing higher prediction accuracy and stability.…”
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A trans-activator-like structure in RCNMV RNA1 evokes the origin of the trans-activator in RNA2. by Laura R Newburn, K Andrew White

“…Based on their comparable properties and considering evolutionary factors, we propose that the TALS appeared de novo in RNA1 first and, subsequently, the TA arose de novo in RNA2 as a functional mimic of the TALS. …”
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Genomic characterization and probiotic assessment of Bifidobacterium breve JKL2022 with strain-specific CLA-converting properties by Arxel G. Elnar, Byeonggwan Eum, Geun-Bae Kim

“…B. breve JKL2022, a strain isolated from the feces of healthy infants that exhibits superior conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)-converting activity, was functionally characterized for probiotic safety and applicability through genomic and in vitro analyses. …”
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The mediated role of corporate image in the relationship between public relations and customer affective engagement by Benedict Ofori Antwi, Adjei Frimpong, Agnes Ansah

“…Public relations’ fundamental functions date back to the dawn of human civilisation. …”
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The impact of oral rehabilitation on quality of life by installing a fixed prosthesis with immediate loading in edentulous mandibles by Pamella Valente Palma, Eduardo Machado Vilela, Isabel Cristina Gonçalves Leite

“…After the Kolmogorov-Smirnov normality test, the OHIP-14 central tendency values were compared using the Wilcoxon paired test with a 5% significance level. …”
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Does FinTech credit scale stimulate financial institutions to increase the proportion of agricultural loans? by Akm Mohsin, MD Rashidul Islam Sheikh, Hasanuzzaman Tushar, Mohammed Masum Iqbal, Syed Far Abid Hossain, Md. Kamruzzaman

“…This paper aims to explore FinTech Credit (FTC) scale of non-financial institutions and the risk-taking level of financial institutions into Opiela’s model, constructs objective functions and constraints for representative financial institutions by conducting theoretical analysis and research hypothesis. …”
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Clinico-Radiological Profile and Outcome of Isolated Paramedian Hemipontine Infarcts by Eilene Basu, Mahendra Javali, Krishna Haskar, Sujana Gogineni, R Pradeep, Anish Mehta, P T Acharya

“…Data was analysed using SPSS 22 version software. Paired t-test was used as a test of significance to identify the mean differences between the two quantitative variables. …”
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Ashwagandha and stress by Weronika Sobota, Przemysław Piskorz, Katarzyna Zemsta, Michał Zwoliński, Mateusz Tyniec, Kamal Morshed

“…Scientific research shows that ashwagandha can lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol and improve results on tests assessing stress, anxiety and depression. Numerous studies conducted on both animals and humans confirm its beneficial effects on mental and physical health, including improvement of cognitive functions, sleep quality and emotional well-being. …”
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Multiobjective Approach to the Transit Network Design Problem with Variable Demand considering Transit Equity by Su Jin Park, Seungmo Kang, Young-Ji Byon, Seung-Young Kho

“…In addition, the relationship between the three objective functions and their resulting patterns in response to key influential factors are also analyzed to verify the robustness of the proposed method in response to changing future conditions.…”
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