Predicting Methods for Analyzing Data on Fatal Outcome Possibility in the Combination of Acute Coronary Syndrome and Atrial Fibrillation According to the Krasnodar Region Registry by Z. G. Tatarintseva, E. D. Kosmacheva, S. V. Kruchinova, V. A. Akinshina, A. A. Khalafyan

“…In this regard, there is great interest in developing models of risk stratification to identify adverse outcomes in these patients with a view to more careful monitoring of patients in this group.Material and methods. …”
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Do education and use of family planning methods empower women? Evidence from the Nepal Demographic Health Survey (NDHS) 2016 and 2022 by Yogendra B Gurung, Kamala Lamichhane, Bidhya Shrestha, Tara Lal Shrestha, Rita Karki, Sharadha Hamal

“…Objectives To assess how education and the use of family planning methods intersect to influence women’s empowerment among currently married women of reproductive age in Nepal.Design, setting and participants The study analysed a combined weighted sample of 21 023 currently married women in the age group (15–49 years) using data sets of two cross-sectional Nepal Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS). …”
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An LC-MS/MS Method for Simultaneous Determination of the Toxic and Active Components of Cortex Periplocae in Rat Plasma and Application to a Pharmacokinetic Study by Zhen Li, Yang Li, Jin Li, Rui Liu, Jia Hao, Jun He, Yan-xu Chang

“…Plasma samples were prepared by protein precipitation with methanol. …”
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Optical band gap modulation in functionalized chitosan biopolymer hybrids using absorption and derivative spectrum fitting methods: A spectroscopic analysis by Dyari M. Mamand, Dana S. Muhammad, Daron Q. Muheddin, Karzan A. Abdalkarim, Dana A. Tahir, Hawkar A. Muhammad, Shujahadeen B. Aziz, Sarkawt A. Hussen, Jamal Hassan

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A highly sensitive method for detecting African swine fever virus in oral fluids from naturally infected pigs in Northern Vietnam by Thi Ngan Mai, Thi Huong Giang Tran, Van Hieu Dong, Van Phan Le, Thi My Le Huynh, Tran Anh Dao Bui, Ryoko Uemura, Yasuko Yamazaki, Thi Lan Nguyen, Wataru Yamazaki

“…These results suggest enhanced sensitivity and feasibility for early ASF diagnosis, potentially contributing to more effective outbreak control. The developed method offers a simple and sensitive tool for rapid ASFV screening in both affected and at-risk farms.…”
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Comparison of two methods of measuring physical activity and its related components among middle age women: Pedometer versus self-report. by Mohammadreza Ghaneapur, Mohamad Ezati Asar, Marzieh Belji Kangarlou, Elahe Saleh

“…Further research involving larger sample sizes across various age and gender demographics is warranted to enhance our understanding of physical activity patterns and inform targeted interventions.…”
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Three-dimensional imaging methods for quantitative analysis of facial soft tissues and skeletal morphology in patients with orofacial clefts: a systematic review. by Mette A R Kuijpers, Yu-Ting Chiu, Rania M Nada, Carine E L Carels, Piotr S Fudalej

“…No data are available yet showing that 3D methods are more informative than conventional 2D methods. …”
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Investigating the Microbial Dynamics of <i>Hermetia illucens</i> Powder Throughout Rearing and Processing: An Integrated Approach Using Cultural and Metabarcoding Methods by Boris Misery, Lenaïg Brulé, Rima Djema, Xin Yan, Victoire Le Cozic, Guillaume Baudouin, Michel Federighi, Géraldine Boué

“…Microbial diversity was assessed via 16S rRNA sequencing, while bacterial loads were quantified using culture-based methods on samples from a French company. A systematic review complemented this analysis by synthesizing the existing knowledge on BSF microbiota. …”
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Patient-facing chatbots: Enhancing healthcare accessibility while navigating digital literacy challenges and isolation risks—a mixed-methods study by Annie A Moore, Jessica R Ellis, Natalia Dellavalle, Marlee Akerson, Matt Andazola, Eric G Campbell, Matthew DeCamp

“…This study investigates patient attitudes toward healthcare's newest digital assistant, the chatbot, and perceptions regarding healthcare access. Methods We conducted a mixed methods study among patient users of a large healthcare system's chatbot integrated within an electronic health record. …”
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Preparation and use of the whey protein microparticulate in the sour cream production technology by E. I. Melnikova, E. B. Stanislavskaya

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Acceptability, Feasibility, and Preliminary Effectiveness of a Wellbeing Coordination Program in an Integrated Health and Social Care Hub: A Mixed Methods Study by Lingling Chen, Natalie White, Emma Patten, Danielle Barth, Leanne N. Constable, Teresa Hall, Ashraful Kabir, Harriet Hiscock, Sarah Loveday

“…Future research should establish program effectiveness with larger and more diverse caregiver samples.…”
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Large-scale evaluation of bacteriological-based method and qPCR performance for Brucellosis diagnosis in livestock using Bayesian latent class analysis by Giovanna Fusco, Alessandro Bellato, Lorena Cardillo, Agata Campione, Michela Di Roberto, Anna Cerrone, Francesca Bove, Roberta Pellicanò, Maria Ottaiano, Marco Esposito, Antonio Limone, Anna Rita Attili, Esterina De Carlo

“…The performance of direct tests, such as bacteriological culture and qPCR, for the diagnosis of brucellosis has been evaluated in a limited number of studies, often based on small sample sizes. Moreover, the absence of a gold standard makes this assessment even more challenging. …”
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Plasma microbial cell-free DNA characterization in different populations based on the droplet digital PCR method: a multi-cohort study by Juan Du, Juan Du, Dong Zhang, Dong Zhang, Fengliu Wang, Xuesong Shang, Jingjia Zhang, Guanhua Wang, Jingwen Ding, Aiwu Ren, Shuang Jing, Lu Bai, Ying Liu, Ye Zhao, Peng Li, Shuyi Yang, Jing Liu, Xuefang Xiang, Qiang Chen, Yingchun Xu, Jiang Xia, Qiwen Yang, Qiwen Yang

“…This study characterizes plasma mcfDNA profiles across various human populations.MethodsA total of 300 blood samples were collected from 10 groups: healthy individuals (Group A), patients with chronic diseases but no infections (Group B1–B7), patients with mild-to-moderate infections (Group C), and patients meeting sepsis criteria (Group D). …”
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Experimental verification of Hill’s model for wood by Jan Pełczyński

“…Structural elements made of wood, are finding more and more applications in construction. They are becoming increasingly popular again due to their ecological nature, as shown by the latest high-rise construction projects. …”
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Deep Learning Methods for Inferring Industrial CO₂ Hotspots from Co-Emitted NO₂ Plumes by Erchang Sun, Shichao Wu, Xianhua Wang, Hanhan Ye, Hailiang Shi, Yuan An, Chao Li

“…The trained model performed well on the test set, with most samples achieving an identification accuracy above 80% and more than half exceeding 94%. …”
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STUDY OF ANTISECRETORY ACTIVITY OF DINITRATE 2-PHENYL-9-DIETHYLAMINOETHYLimidazo[1,2-A] BENZIMIDAZOLE BY METHOD OF CONTINUOUS PERFUSION OF RATS’ STOMACHS by M. V. Chernikov, M. A. Oganova, A. S. Gerasimenko, E. A. Artemyev

“…In this regard, the search for new drugs with a pronounced antisecretory activity still continues; their aim is to keep the control over the acid production safe and effective.The aim of this study was an experimental study of the antisecretory activity of the substance and the finished dosage form (FDF) of dinitrate 2-phenyl-9-diethylaminoethylimidazo[1,2-a]benzimidazole.Materials and Methods. The study of antisecretory activity was performed by method of a continuous perfusion of rats’ stomachs. …”
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Characterizing stakeholders in cancer primary prevention in European countries: an exploration of challenges and opportunities using a penta-helix framework by Luis Roxo, Luis Roxo, Luis Roxo, Ana Santos, Charis Girvalaki, Marius Geantă, 4P-CAN WP2 study team, Mafalda Sousa-Uva, Mafalda Sousa-Uva, Mafalda Sousa-Uva, Mirjana Babamova, Adriana Boată, Stefania Boccia, Ana Cristina Garcia, Stanimir Hasardzhiev, Andreia Leite, Lilia Kriachkova, Milica Kuzmanoska, Nikola Milasevic, Vlad Nerau, Ivaylo Petrov, Ramona Popescu, Oscar Ribeiro, Viktor Semenov, Leonardo Villani, Ivana Vojvodic, Clara Volintiru, Rodica Milena Zaharia, Serhii Zakharov

“…This study aims to characterize stakeholders’ role in CPP, using a penta-helix approach, with the objective of shedding a new light in the Iron Curtain of Cancer Cases.MethodsWe followed a mixed-methods approach, with quantitative and qualitative data from CPP stakeholders from the public sector, academia/research, private sector, media and civil society. …”
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Comparison of Morphological and DNA‐Based Identification Methods to Assess Earthworm (Clitellata: Lumbricidae) Diversity at 25 Permanent Soil Monitoring Sites in Germany by Stephan Jänsch, Daniela Alves, Luís Cunha, Paul Henning Krogh, Tiago Natal‐da‐Luz, Verónica Rojo, Jörg Römbke, Rumakanta Sapkota, Adam Scheffczyk, Rüdiger M. Schmelz, Letícia Scopel, José Paulo Sousa, Joaquín Vierna, Antón Vizcaíno

“…All three identification methods can differentiate between sites with different species composition, and the degree of separation can vary depending on the identification method. …”
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Effect of pretreatment methods on the sensory and nutritional properties of a yoghurt-like product made from tiger nuts (Cyperus esculentus L.) by Aristide Guillaume Silapeux Kamda, Hans Martial Changam, Isabelle Sandrine Bouelet, Gilbert Manga Mbassi, Abdou Razinkou Yiagnigni, Christine Nyangono, Roger Ponka, Mercy Achu, Elie Fokou

“…A control sample was made of untreated tiger nuts. Nutritional analyses were carried out using conventional methods. …”
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The spiritual needs and care of children and young people with life-threatening or life-shortening conditions, and parents (SPARK): a mixed-method investigation by Bryony Beresford, Natalie Richardson, Suzanne Mukherjee, Rebecca Nye, Jan Aldridge, Karl Atkin, Mark Clayton, Faith Gibson, Julia Hackett, Richard Hain, Mohammed Arshad, Paul Nash, Bob Phillips

“…Design and research participants A mixed-method, multicomponent design was used with the quantitative and qualitative data collected. …”
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