On θ-regular spaces by Martin M. Kovár

“…In this paper we study θ-regularity and its relations to other topological properties. We show that the concepts of θ-regularity (Janković, 1985) and point paracompactness (Boyte, 1973) coincide. …”
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An Innovative Conceptual Model to Structure Financing Package of Infrastructure Projects by Hanieh Soleymani, Mehdi Ravanshadnia, Mehdi Montazer

“…To this end, using the library studies, receiving expert opinion, and recognizing international financing processes, information was gathered on this subject; therefore, in this paper, the model of designing financing package for infrastructure projects is processed and identified, and designing the financing structure is closely related to the ownership structure of the project and its guaranteed package. These will change in a repeatable process until the end of the preparation phase and sometimes in project steps. …”
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Long-Term Accumulation with Latent Heat in Storage Tanks with Experimental Enhancement by Gorás Michal, Vranay František

“…TTES systems are an integral part of energy infrastructures that enable the storage of surplus energy in the form of heat and its subsequent use as required. We focus on the study of the benefits and challenges associated with the implementation of TTES systems and analyze their impact on temperature stabilization, minimization of heat losses, and overall efficiency. …”
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Nervous System of Periplaneta americana Cockroach as a Model in Toxinological Studies: A Short Historical and Actual View by Maria Stankiewicz, Marcin Dąbrowski, Maria Elena de Lima

“…Nervous system of Periplaneta americana cockroach is used in a wide range of pharmacological studies, including electrophysiological techniques. This paper presents its role as a preparation in the development of toxinological studies in the following electrophysiological methods: double-oil-gap technique on isolated giant axon, patch-clamp on DUM (dorsal unpaired median) neurons, microelectrode technique in situ conditions on axon in connective and DUM neurons in ganglion, and single-fiber oil-gap technique on last abdominal ganglion synapse. …”
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An Overview of the Impact of Green Finance on Green Total Factor Productivity by Meng-yao Zhan, Mu Zhang

“…Since China put forward the goal of “double carbon”, green finance has become an important tool for optimizing resource allocation, enhancing technological innovation and measuring high-quality development in new industries, and its impact has been widely reflected in the social, scientific, technological and economic fields. …”
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Functionally-Equivalent Formalization and Automated Model Checking of Function Block Diagrams by Tomas Ausberger, Karel Kubicek, Pavla Medvedcova

“…Model checking is a method of formal verification which can be used to prove whether a formal model satisfies its formal requirement. Since algorithms of I&C systems are generally informal, they can not be verified by model checking directly, but they must be carefully translated. …”
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Application of indigenous zinc-solubilizing bacteria in biofertilizers to enhance zinc nutrition of rice grains in inceptisols paddy fields by E. Pratiwi, P. Lestari, Y. Nugraha, W. Hartatik, Z. Susanti, I.G.M. Subiksa, A. Kasno, T.A. Adriany, Y.S. Fatma, A.F. Nababan, A.A. Rivaie

“…It is crucial to secure a satisfactory level of zinc in rice grains because of its indispensable function in various biochemical processes that are fundamental for the growth and advancement of plants. …”
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Estimation of fatigue life of selected construction materials under cyclic loading by M. Kurek, T. Łagoda, S. Vantadori

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In-situ observation of nanoscale transformations in dehydrating lizardite by Mutian Qin, Huilin Xing, Jianchao Wang, Guodong Jin, Zhongwen Hu, Weichao Yan, Yuyang Tan, Junbiao Liu, Rongxin Zhang

“…Furthermore, the lizardite crystal is observed to gradually shrink with dehydration while maintaining its structural integrity, leading to the expansion of nanoscale intergranular pores and the formation of interconnected pore networks.…”
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EVALUATION OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN AGRICULTURAL SECTOR IN NORTHERN IRAQ by Mahir Rashid Hama, Semih Serkant Aktuğ, Mehmet Dağ

“…In Northern Iraq, it is planned to make a friendlyinvestment environment to attract FDI as much as possible toward its region toenhance development acceleration. This study evaluatesthe main obstacles or factors that deter foreign investors from investing inthe region’s agricultural sector. …”
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Evaluating sustainable water management strategies using TOPSIS and fuzzy TOPSIS methods by Fang Han, Rami N. Alkhawaji, M. Mehdi Shafieezadeh

“…Water Recycling ranks closely behind ( $${C}_{i}^{+}$$ C i + =0.608), highlighting its adaptability and technological feasibility, while Desalination, though highly efficient, is hindered by lower cost-effectiveness ( $${C}_{i}^{+}$$ C i + =0.578). …”
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BORDER SECURITY AND TRANSNATIONAL THREATS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NIGERIA-NIGER BORDER DYNAMICS by MUHAMMAD SHEHU, ABDURASHID DALHA

“…The boundary that divides Nigeria and Niger, known for its expansive nature and lack of strict control, has become a central point for numerous cross-border threats, thus necessitating a thorough examination of its dynamics. …”
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Antropologie filosofică și antroposofie la Ernest Bernea by Constantin STROE

“…Bernea in his philosophy to configure the backbone of an anthropological concept aimed at perfecting the human being in the sense of its elevation to a superior level of wisdom and virtue. …”
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Assessing recovery time of ecosystems in China: insights into flash drought impacts on gross primary productivity by M. Lu, M. Lu, H. Sun, H. Sun, H. Sun, Y. Yang, J. Xue, H. Ling, H. Zhang, W. Zhang

“…<p>Recovery time, referring to the duration that an ecosystem needs to return to its pre-drought condition, is a fundamental indicator of ecological resilience. …”
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Comparison of renewable integration schemes for AC railway power supply system by Nakaret Kano, Zhongbei Tian, Nutthaka Chinomi, Stuart Hillmansen

“…Although the other proposed schemes had higher losses and lifetime costs, the differences are not significant. Each scheme has its advantages and disadvantages. Several factors need to be considered to choose the suitable scheme, such as the size of land available etc.…”
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Synthesis Characterization and Antimicrobial Activity Studies of Some Transition Metal Complexes Derived from 3-Chloro-N′-[(1E)-(2-hydroxy phenyl)methylene]-6-methoxy-1-benzothioph... by Vivekanand D. Biradar, B. H. M. Mruthyunjayaswamy

“…It is found that Cu(II), Co(II), Ni(II), Mn(II) and Fe(III) complexes have exhibited octahedral geometry whereas Zn(II) and Hg(II) complexes exhibited tetrahedral geometry. The ligand and its metal complexes have been screened for their antibacterial activity against E. coli and S. aureus and antifungal activity against A. niger and A. flavus.…”
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Symphysis Pubis Osteomyelitis: An Uncommon Complication after Robotic Assisted Radical Prostatectomy—Case Description with Literature Review by Jad A. Degheili, Mazen M. Mansour, Rami W. Nasr

“…Other than the well-known surgical complications such as erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and voiding dysfunction, osteomyelitis of the symphysis pubis is not a well-understood complication, with various hypotheses explaining its pathogenesis. Although osteomyelitis of the pubis symphysis has been reported after endoscopic urological procedures such as transurethral resection of the prostate, it has rarely been reported after robotic surgeries. …”
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Exploring the efficacy of writing comics as a tool for enhancing EFL writing skills of undergraduate Ecuadorian polytechnic students by Felix Estrella

“…Originality/value – Although the paper addresses a topic that is not entirely novel in research, its originality lies in its focus on data originating from Ecuador, where specific cultural nuances and educational contexts may influence the effectiveness of using comics to enhance EFL writing skills. …”
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Upregulation of interferon-γ response genes in monocytes and T cells identified by single-cell transcriptomics in patients with anti-citrullinated peptide antibody-positive early r... by Bong-Ki Hong, Sungyong You, Jung Gon Kim, Jung Gon Kim, Minhyung Kim, Naeun Lee, Kijun Lee, Kijun Lee, In-Pyo Baek, Ji Hyeon Ju, Ji Hyeon Ju, Ji Hyeon Ju, Wan-Uk Kim, Wan-Uk Kim, Ho-Youn Kim

“…These distinct immune features of the peripheral circulation in ACPA+ eRA suggest a role for type 1 helper T cell-related immunity in its pathogenesis.…”
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Preface: Nicholas Cronk’s Voltaire by Robert Darnton

“…At the same time, he exerted a new role as editor by emphasising the complexities inherent in the notion of a definitive edition and the multi-media aspect of publishing itself.…”
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