Extraction of beta-carotene from the microalga Dunaliella salina using bacterial lipase enzyme and organic solvent under varying stress conditions by Fotoon Sayegh, Fotoon Sayegh, Mona J. Al-naghrani, Mona J. Al-naghrani, Ramzi H. Amran, Ramzi H. Amran, Mamdoh T. Jamal, Nada M. Nass, Nada M. Nass, Wessam F. Felemban, Wessam F. Felemban, Samyah D. Jastaniah, Sathianeson Satheesh

“…However, the beta-carotene yield slightly increased (21.4 µg/mL) in lipase enzyme extraction method for the algal samples exposed to more than 24 h under different conditions (3M NaCl/1g/L KNO3). …”
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Moral sensitivity in Iranian nurses: insights from a nationwide meta-analysis by Reza Ghanei Gheshlagh, Fazel Dehvan, Ladan Sedighi

“…While regional and study-related differences were observed, no significant relationship was found between the moral sensitivity score and variables like age, year of publication, or sample size. Publication bias suggests the need for more representative studies to fully understand the factors influencing moral sensitivity in nursing. …”
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Hepatitis E virus infections among patients with acute febrile jaundice in two regions of Cameroon: First molecular characterization of hepatitis E virus genotype 4. by Abdou Fatawou Modiyinji, Lange Tchamba Amorgathe Tankeu, Chavely Gwladys Monamele, Moise Henri Yifomnjou Moumbeket, Paul Alain Tagnouokam Ngoupo, Huguette Tchetgna Simo, Abanda Njei Ngu, Kazanji Mirdad, Richard Njouom

“…In Cameroon, the yellow fever virus is the only pathogen that is monitored in patients who present with this symptom. However, more than 90% of the samples received as part of this surveillance are negative for yellow fever. …”
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Seroprevalence against SARS-CoV-2 after booster vaccination in a prison in Alicante (Spain) by Ana C. Montagud, Raul Moragues, Nancy Vicente-Alcalde, Nancy Vicente-Alcalde, Emilia Montagud, José Antonio Hurtado-Sánchez, José Antonio Hurtado-Sánchez, José Tuells, José Tuells

“…These disparities are concerning, and authorities responsible for prison public health should take a more proactive approach to ensuring vaccination among prisoners.…”
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O ESPAÇO VERDE DO BAIRRO ESTÁ ASSOCIADO AO AUMENTO DA CONEXÃO À NATUREZA EM ADULTOS E IDOSOS by Helena Moreira, Luís Quaresma, Graça Pinto, José Martinho, Ronaldo Gabriel, Andreia Teixeira

“…Purpose: The current study examines the associations between residential green space, PA, and CN in subjects between the ages of 18 and 75 years. Methods: The sample included 194 individuals, 61 men (41.42±15.37 years) and 133 women (39.93±15.60 years). …”
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Benford's Law in histology by Jasmine Caballero, Daniel Gonzalez, Dustin La Fleur, Sai Karan Vamsi Guda, Cynthia Duran, Kaitlin Sime

“…Digital pathology is an emerging field that is gaining popularity due to its numerous advantages over traditional pathology methods. Digital pathology allows for the remote examination of tissue samples, increasing efficiency and reducing costs. …”
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Transcriptional and microbial profile of gastric cancer patients infected with Epstein-Barr virus by Klezzer de Oliveira Carneiro, Taíssa Maíra Thomaz Araújo, Ronald Matheus Da Silva Mourão, Samir Mansour Moraes Casseb, Samia Demachki, Fabiano Cordeiro Moreira, Ândrea Kely Campos Ribeiro Dos Santos, Geraldo Ishak, Daniel de Souza Avelar Da Costa, Leandro Magalhães, Amanda Ferreira Vidal, Rommel Mario Rodriguez Burbano, Paulo Pimentel de Assumpção

“…The genera Choristoneura and Bartonella were more abundant in EBV+ GC, while more abundant bacteria in EBV- GC included Citrobacter, Acidithiobacillus and Biochmannia. …”
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Sleep Quality and Insomnia Prevalence Among a Saudi Population: A Descriptive Study by Senitan M, BinDhim NF, Althumiri NA

“…The sample comprised 6051 participants aged between 18 and 90 years. …”
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Survival prognosis in individuals with a high spatial QRS-T angle by G. A. Muromtseva, E. B. Yarovaya, V. A. Kutsenko, E. A. Aidu, A. V. Kapustina, V. G. Trunov, Yu. A. Balanova, A. Yu. Efanov, S. A. Shalnova

“…To evaluate medium-term survival without irreversible and fatal cardiovascular events in individuals with a high spatial QRS-T angle (sQRS-Ta) from a regional Russian sample.Material and methods. We analyzed 1394 electrocardiographic records from a random regional sample of men (30%) and women aged 25-64, which were included in the ESSE-RF1 study. …”
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Liver Cirrhosis as the Outcome of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Associated with PNPLA3 Gene RS738409 Polymorphism by I. G. Nikitin, A. S. Tikhomirova, T. A. Zhinzhilo, E. V. Vinnitskaya, Y. G. Sandler, V. A. Kislyakov, I. G. Fedorov

“…However, information about this association in the Russian Federation remains scarce.Goal of the study: to assess the prevalence of patatinlike phospholipase domain-containing protein 3 gene variants in patients with Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease-related cirrhosis of the liver in the Russian population sample and the effect of the mutation on the course of the disease.Materials and methods: We formed three groups of patients. …”
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Suboptimal protein intake for hypocaloric diet needs while using glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists by Brittany Johnson, Tyler McGlasson, Olena Thomas, Rachel Kreider, Rachel Jones

“…Self-reported changes in exercise habits (less often, no change, or more often) since beginning GLP-1RA were also assessed.Results Average intake was 1,763 ± 669 kcal/d and 17.5% of total calories were from protein. …”
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Housing Cost Prediction from the Perspective of Grey Fractional-Order Similar Information Priority by Zilin Wei, Lifeng Wu

“…In addition, compared with the prediction results of other models, it is verified that the method of prioritizing similar information can obtain more accurate prediction results.…”
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Investigator-initiated versus industry-sponsored trials – visibility and relevance of randomized controlled trials in clinical practice guidelines (IMPACT) by Manuel Hecht, Anette Blümle, Harald Binder, Martin Schumacher, Nadine Binder

“…We further investigated the impact of publicly and commercially sponsored RCTs on clinical practice guidelines by measuring direct and indirect impactful citations and the time to guideline impact. Methods We considered the sample from the IMPACT study, where a total of 691 RCTs (120 German investigator-initiated trials (IITs), 200 international IITs, 171 German industry-sponsored trials (ISTs) and 200 international ISTs) was sampled from registries (DFG–/BMBF-Websites, the German Clinical Trials Register, and from ClinicalTrials.gov) and followed prospectively. …”
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Quantitative SISCOM assessment for epileptogenic zone localization: insights from a multicenter study comparing two software platforms in temporal lobe epilepsy by Carla Oliveira Young, Brunno Machado de Campos, Edna Marina de Souza, Sergio Querino Brunetto, Maria Julia de Oliveira Santos Gualberto, Leonardo Alexandre-Santos, Marcos Geraldo Merichelo de Oliveira, Marina Koutsodontis Machado Alvim, Fernando Cendes, Elba Etchebehere, Lauro Wichert-Ana, Bárbara Juarez Amorim

“…Both SPM and Analyze were concordant with the EZ reference standard in 14 cases (70%), showing no difference in sensitivity between the methods. However, SPM generated smaller, more localized clusters, while Analyze produced larger clusters with broader spatial coverage. …”
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Comparative Study on Antibacterial Efficacy, Hydroxyapatite Crystal, Fluoride Release and Microleakage in Bioactive Restorative Materials by Sonali Waghmode, Ranu S. Ingole, Savita Hadakar, Prajakta Gaikwad, Ajay Kumar Dogra, Suman Gulia

“…Aim: To evaluate ABE, HA-CG, FR, and ML in BA restorative material. Material and Method: 30 teeth samples were tested for AB, BA, FR, and ML evaluation at the tooth material interface. …”
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Are neurasthenia and depression the same disease entity? An electroencephalography study by Ge Dang, Lin Zhu, Chongyuan Lian, Silin Zeng, Xue Shi, Zian Pei, Xiaoyong Lan, Jian Qing Shi, Nan Yan, Yi Guo, Xiaolin Su

“…Compared with the MDD group, patients with neurasthenia reported more somatic symptoms and less emotional symptoms (p < 0.05). …”
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The impact of board gender diversity on the accrual/real earnings management practice: evidence from an emerging market by Eman F. Attia, Sameh Yassen, Ahmed Chafai, Ahmed Qotb

“…Using the system generalized method of moments, companies with more gender diversity are more effective in reducing accrual earnings manipulation (AEM). …”
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Nutrient Intakes in Vegans, Lacto-Ovo-Vegetarians, Orthodox Fasters, and Omnivores in Russia: A Cross-Sectional Study by Alexey Vladimirovich Galchenko, Gianluca Rizzo, Luciana Baroni

“…The intake of many micronutrients increased when switching to a more plant-based diet from a more animal-based one. …”
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Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profile of Salmonella and Shigella among Diarrheic Patients Attending Selected Health Facilities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by Tiruneh Ararsa, Deneke Wolde, Haile Alemayehu, Ketema Bizuwork, Tadesse Eguale

“…Half of the Shigella isolates (n = 12) were resistant to 2 or more antimicrobials while 5 (20.8%) of them were resistant to 3 or more antimicrobials. …”
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The Mediating Effect of Accounting Information Quality on the Relationship Between Workforce Education Level and Investment Efficiency by Ayat Naji Mahdi Al-Obaidi, Pari Chalaki, Mehdi Heidari

“…Theoretical and empirical evidence indicates that a more highly educated workforce can enhance the quality of accounting information, reduce information asymmetry, and improve managerial oversight, ultimately contributing to increased investment efficiency. …”
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