Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis (MAP) infection, and its impact on gut microbiome of individuals with multiple sclerosis by Hajra Ashraf, Plamena Dikarlo, Aurora Masia, Ignazio R. Zarbo, Paolo Solla, Umer Zeeshan Ijaz, Leonardo A. Sechi

“…Thus, we have characterized the compositional and predicted functional differences of the gut microbiome between MS patients with MAP (MAP+) and without (MAP−) infection. …”
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The emerging role of conducting polymers as catalysts for sustainable carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction pathways by Kafil Chowdhury, Meysam Heydari Gharahcheshmeh

“…Mechanistic insights into the specific roles of conducting polymers in these processes are highlighted, along with a discussion of performance evaluation parameters and recent advances in conducting polymer-based composites and hybrids. …”
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Albuminuria as a marker of systemic congestion and a predictor of poor long-term prognosis in acute decompensated heart failure by Zh. D. Kobalava, N. I. Kontareva, Yu. V. Khruleva, R. T. Andriamanohery, M. A. Efremovtseva, L. V. Karapetyan

“…The primary endpoint was a composite of all-cause death and rehospitalization for ADHF within 180 days of discharge.Results. …”
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Optimization and validation of UPLC method for dapagliflozin and candesartan cilexetil in an on-demand formulation: Analytical quality by design approach by Elzayat Ehab M., Kasem Hanaa M., Sherif Abdelrahman Y., Altamimi Mohammad A.

“…The impact of flow rate (0.2–0.4 mL/min) and aqueous phase ratio (55–65%) on chromatographic parameters was evaluated using Design of Experiment Central Composite Design. …”
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Effect evaluation of repairing cement-mortar microbeams by microbial induced carbonate precipitation by Peifeng Huang, Xinhua Yang, Yue Dai

“…Considering that the precipitate compositions can be regulated by the control of environmental and process parameters, the research in this paper is of great significance for the engineering application of MICP technique.…”
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Low-Silica X and Copper-Modified Low-Silica X Zeolite Adsorbents for Cyanide Ions Removal From Aqueous Solutions by Leta Dereje Wilessa, Abdi Nemera Emana, Abdisa Jabesa, Workisa Bacha Garuma, Mani Jayakumar

“…Hence, at the optimum parameters, the observed CN− removal percentage by copper-modified LSX (Cu-LSX) zeolite was 96.55%, which is significantly higher than that of the unmodified LSX zeolite 93.90%. …”
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Application of a novel vegetation condition index using MODIS EVI for structuring crop index insurance under a smallholder system by Andualem Aklilu Tesfaye, Daniel Edward Osgood, Berhane Gessesse Aweke

“…The proposed approach is applied to establish index insurance parameters, notably, trigger and exit thresholds, as well as payout. …”
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Formulation Development of Directly Compressible Tablets Incorporating Trisamo Extract With Synergistic Antioxidant Activity by Jirapornchai Suksaeree, Thaniya Wunnakup, Natawat Chankana, Laksana Charoenchai, Chaowalit Monton

“…This work investigates the synergistic antioxidant activity of the compositions of Trisamo (TSM) herbal formula containing the dried fruits of Terminalia chebula, Terminalia arjuna, and Terminalia bellirica. …”
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Differing Methods and Definitions Influence DALY estimates: Using Population-Based Data to Calculate the Burden of Convulsive Epilepsy in Rural South Africa. by Ryan G Wagner, Fredrick Ibinda, Stephen Tollman, Lars Lindholm, Charles R Newton, Melanie Y Bertram

“…<h4>Background</h4>The disability adjusted life year (DALY) is a composite measure of disease burden that includes both morbidity and mortality, and is relevant to conditions such as epilepsy that can limit productive functioning. …”
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A novel temperature-humidity index-based model for evaluating semen characteristics in Thai native roosters under tropical conditions by Wuttigrai Boonkum, Vibuntita Chankitisakul, Jiraporn Juiputta

“…To simplify the evaluation of semen traits, a composite measure termed the ''semen index'' was developed. …”
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Optimization and modeling of the stale bread drying with three different dryers by Samaneh Heirani, Kamyar Movagharnejad, Sara Nanvakenari

“…The experiments were designed and analyzed using response surface methodology with central composite design. Different operating parameters were investigated including air temperature (40–60 °C) and velocity (0.5–1.5 m/s) for single convective and combined convective-microwave dryers and microwave power (90-900 W) for single microwave and combined convective-microwave dryers. …”
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Experimental study on preparedness of disease X with an agent-based framework scenario-driven analysis by Dmytro Chumachenko

“…A 70 % mRNA supply shortfall lasting 35 days increases deaths by 7%, and seeding 50 immune-escape cases (R0≈9.5, 60 % neutralization loss) increases cumulative mortality by 41 % within six weeks. The composite conflict shock elevates deaths by 71 % despite a 10% population outflow. …”
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Advanced machine learning techniques for predicting compressive strength and ultrasonic pulse velocity of concrete incorporating industrial by-products by Ehsan Mohsennia, Alireza Javid, Vahab Toufigh

“…This study introduces a novel, dual-stage machine learning framework that uniquely integrates both physical mix parameters and detailed chemical compositions of cement and multiple industrial by-products (IBPs)—including fly ash, GGBFS, silica fume, and metakaolin—into a unified predictive model. …”
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Comparison of extractive distillation flowsheets for methanol–tetrahydrofuran–water mixtures by V. M. Raeva, A. M. Dubrovsky

“…Synthesis and comparative analysis of the extractive distillation flowsheets for aqueous mixtures of solvents utilized in pharmaceutical industries using the example of a methanol−tetrahydrofuran−water system with various compositions. The ternary system contains two minimally boiling azeotropes that exist in a vapor–liquid phase equilibrium. …”
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Characterization, mechanical, corrosion, and in vitro apatite-formation ability properties of hydroxyapatite-reduced graphene oxide coatings on Ti6Al4V alloy by plasma electrolytic... by Erfan Mohammadipour, Mohammad Ghorbani

“…Prior to integrating reduced graphene oxide into the coating solution, parameters such as voltage and current density were optimized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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A novel synergistic and eco-friendly approach for efficient crude oil removal from water using ZnO/g-C3N4/chitosan nanostructure and spirulina algae by Solat Gandomi Niyat, Fariba Zamani Hargalani, Mozhgan Emtyazjoo, Fatemeh Yazdian, Ali Mashinchian Moradi

“…The Langmuir model (R2 > 0.97) indicated monolayer adsorption, while thermodynamic parameters confirmed an exothermic and spontaneous process. …”
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Development of a Whey Protein Recovery Process Using Sugar Kelp (<i>Saccharina latissima)</i> Extracts by Alex Pierce, Denise Skonberg, Beth Calder, Rob Dumas, Qing Jin

“…All three flocculates presented slightly different compositional and functional qualities, which could be used for a variety of products. …”
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Comparison of the Torsional Strength of Material Samples Made Using Selected Rapid Prototyping Methods by Mariusz DĘBSKI (m.debski@prz.edu.pl), Bogdan KOZIK (bogkozik@prz.edu.pl), Łukasz PRZESZŁOWSKI (lprzeszl@prz.edu.pl), Jadwiga PISULA (jpisula@prz.edu.pl)

“…The analysis of studies on strength tests of parts manufactured using additive techniques from model materials and hybrid composites usually includes tests of material and strength parameters based on uniaxial tension, bending, and compression tests. …”
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Health differences between rural and non-rural Texas counties based on 2023 County Health Rankings by Elizabeth Ekren, Shadi Maleki, Cristian Curran, Cassidy Watkins, Melinda M. Villagran

“…Methods Using 2023 County Health Rankings data from the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, the study analyzes rural/non-rural county differences in Texas across six composite indexed domains of health outcomes (length of life, quality of life) and health factors (health behavior, clinical care, socioeconomic factors, physical environment) with a chi-square test of significance and logistic regression. …”
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Extraction of flavonoids from Goji (Lycium barbarum L.) leaves by ultrasonic⁃assisted two⁃phase aqueous method and the inhibitory activity of the extract on pancreatic lipase by JIA Xiaofeng, GAO Die, LIU Jinwang, XU Yuying, FAN Yanli

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to achieve high yield and green extraction of flavonoids from Goji (Lycium barbarum L.) leaves using ultrasonic assisted aqueous two-phase method, and to evaluate the activity of extract.MethodsSingle factor and PB (Plackett⁃Burman) experiments were conducted to investigate the influence of various factors on the extraction efficiency of flavonoids. Three parameters were chosen to optimize the extraction conditions using a Central Composite Design (CCD) of the response surface experiment: the amount of polyethylene glycol (PEG400), the amount of ammonium sulfate, and the solid-liquid ratio. …”
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