Microplastic contamination and growth pattern of oyster; Crassostrea gigas in a coastline by L. Kasmini, A.S. Batubara

“…BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are one food source commonly consumed by the community and an important commodity with high economic value. …”
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Higher magnesium depletion score increases the risk of all‑cause and cardiovascular mortality in US adults with diabetes. by Hao Zhang, Liping Kuang, Qiang Wan

“…This cohort study aims to explore the potential association between the MDS and all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in diabetic patients.<h4>Methods</h4>In this study, we analyzed data from 5,219 diabetic individuals from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2003-2018. …”
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Spatial Modeling of Yellowfin Tuna in the Banda Sea Based on Oceanographic Factors Using MaxEnt by Sunarwan Asuhadi, Mukti Zainuddin, Safruddin Safruddin, Musbir Musbir

“…Future research could enhance accuracy and robustness by using advanced methods like Spatial Maxent, Monte Carlo Variable Selection, or ensemble modeling to support adaptive fisheries management.…”
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Medical Health Hazards in the Production of Meat and Meat Products by Tsvetelina Vitkova, Vanya Boycheva (Birdanova), Rositsa Enikova

“…The purpose of this study is to assess and analyze the likely medical and health hazards arising from the production, supply and consumption of meat and meat products. Methods: The object of the study is an enterprise for the production of meat and meat products in the territory of the Pleven region. …”
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A novel hybrid cooling system for a Lithium-ion battery pack based on forced air and fins integrated with phase change material by Mohanad F. Hassan, Abdul Hadi N. Khalifa, Ahmed J. Hamad

“…Therefore, effective cooling methods and strong thermal management systems ensure their safety and optimal performance. …”
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Therapeutic role of mesenchymal stem cells in neurogenesis for management of neurological disorders: a scientometric study to an in-depth review by Qian Wang, Weifeng Jiang, Yan Feng, Lin Li, Lisheng Chu, Yan Fang

“…We utilized the Web of Science (core collection) as the data source.MethodsThe search was performed in the Web of Science core collection database until April 30, 2024, with the terms “Mesenchymal stem cells” as the title and “neurogenesis” as the topic.ResultsA total of 407 papers about mesenchymal stem cells in neurogenesis published from 2004 to 2024 were retrieved. …”
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Feasibility of using nuclear microreactor process heat for bioconversion and agricultural processes by Jack Pakkebier, Christopher Skangos, Melanie M. Derby

“…Nuclear microreactors, a subset of small modular reactors, offer a potential solution due to their compact size, transportability, and carbon-neutral power generation capabilities.MethodsThis study explores the feasibility of using heat from nuclear microreactors for bioconversion and agricultural processes, including transforming biomass into energy carriers and products such as syngas, bio-oil, and pasteurized milk. …”
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Estimation of Daylily Leaf Area Index by Synergy Multispectral and Radar Remote-Sensing Data Based on Machine-Learning Algorithm by Minhuan Hu, Jingshu Wang, Peng Yang, Ping Li, Peng He, Rutian Bi

“…Synergistic optical and microwave data more comprehensively reflected the physical and chemical properties of daylilies, making the RFR-VI-BC05 model after feature selection better than the others ( <i>r</i> = 0.711, <i>RMSE</i> = 0.498, and <i>NRMSE</i> = 9.10%). This study expanded methods for estimating daylily LAI by combining optical and radar data, providing technical support for daylily management.…”
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A Framework of Recommendation System for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Autonomous Maneuver Decision by Qinzhi Hao, Tengyu Jing, Yao Sun, Zhuolin Yang, Jiali Zhang, Jiapeng Wang, Wei Wang

“…Notably, the prioritized experience replay deep deterministic policy gradient (PER-DDPG) algorithm, employing dense rewards and continuous actions, demonstrated superior performance, achieving a 69% success rate in confrontational scenarios against a versatile expert algorithm after 1000 training iterations, marking an 80% reduction in training time compared to conventional reinforcement learning methods. This framework not only streamlines the comparison of different maneuvering algorithms but also promotes the integration of multi-source expert knowledge and sophisticated algorithms, paving the way for advanced UAV applications in complex operational environments.…”
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Therapeutic strategies for fungating and ulcerating breast cancers: A systematic review and narrative synthesis by Valentina Zagardo, Mandara Harikar, Gianluca Ferini

“…Methods: We conducted a systematic search of Medline, Embase, APA, PsycInfo, CAB abstracts, Scopus, and Web of Science from inception to June 30, 2024, including studies on patients with fungating, large, or ulcerating breast cancers. …”
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Experimental Study of a Broadband Vibration Energy Harvester Based on Orthogonal Magnetically Coupled Double Cantilever Beam by Yanhao Feng, Jianhua Wang, Xiangye Chen, Peng Liu

“…<b>Purpose</b>: The aim of this study is to achieve automated energy capture and charging for the ADXL355 accelerometer, enhance the vibration energy collection efficiency, and widen the energy trapping frequency band of a system in a working environment for bridge health state detection. <b>Methods</b>: A vibration energy harvester based on a magnetic coupling cantilever beam in an orthogonal direction was proposed. …”
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Purification of Flavonoids from an Aqueous Cocoa (<i>Theobroma cocoa</i> L.) Extract Using Macroporous Adsorption Resins by Nicole Beeler, Tilo Hühn, Sascha Rohn, Renato Colombi

“…Cocoa is a rich source of health-promoting polyphenols such as flavanols. …”
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Surgically treated ankle fractures in Sweden: a 15-year population-based study of 96 015 surgeries by Gustav Nilsson, Michael Axenhus

“…Understanding trends in ankle fracture surgeries is essential for optimizing treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes. …”
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Surgical treatment of patients with abdominal sepsis taking into account the prediction of the implementation of re-operations by I. A. Kryvoruchko, M. S. Antonova, O. V. Yevtushenko, S. A. Andreieshchev

“…Calculations of the occurrence possibility for postoperative complications and mortality in patients, depending on their preoperative state severity permits to select a most rational tactics of treatment. Most optimal approach for the rate reduction of postoperative complications occurrence and mortality in patients with abdominal sepsis and septic shock is performance of reoperations in accordance to indications to control the infection source, if it is possible.…”
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Nutritional value antioxidant strength and antimicrobial efficacy of fig pastes from eastern morocco by Aziz Tikent, Khawla Bouaouda, Salah Laaraj, Mohamed Chebaibi, Hanane Choubbane, El Hassania Loukili, Kaoutar Elfazazi, Mohamed Bouhrim, Ramzi A. Mothana, Omar M. Noman, Bruno Eto, Ahmed Elamrani, Mohamed Addi

“…Abstract Figs are delectable, beneficial, nutritious, and seasonal; nevertheless, they deteriorate quickly, making processing the optimal method for preservation. Drying figs is the most practical and efficient way to preserve them. …”
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The Impact of Physical Activity on Clinical Outcomes in Children with Cystic Fibrosis: A Narrative Review by Chiara Rosolia Capasso, Antonio Luca Miniato, Paola Di Filippo, Armando Di Ludovico, Sabrina Di Pillo, Francesco Chiarelli, Giuseppe Francesco Sferrazza Papa, Marina Attanasi

“…Emerging evidence supports the role of physical exercise in improving lung function, aerobic capacity, and quality of life in pediatric CF patients. Methods: We reviewed randomized clinical trials and observational studies from the last ten years, sourced from PubMed and Google Scholar. …”
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Mapping and interpretability of aftershock hazards using hybrid machine learning algorithms by Bo Liu, Haijia Wen, Mingrui Di, Junhao Huang, Mingyong Liao, Jingyuan Yu, Yutao Xiang

“…This research provides new tools and methods for enhancing aftershock warning and response.…”
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Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Pretreated Miscanthus Biomass by Olga B. Kalashnikova, Ekaterina A. Budenkova, Elena V. Ulrikh, Evgeny G. Chupakhin, Olga V. Kriger, Yakov A. Masiutin, Maria A. Smaga, Yulia S. Basova

“…The article introduces the optimal enzymatic hydrolysis parameters for pretreating Miscanthus sinensis Strictus biomass as a source of carbohydrate-containing substrates and describes their subsequent use for bacterial cellulose biosynthesis. …”
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A Low-Cost Arduino-Based I–V Curve Tracer with Automated Load Switching for PV Panel Characterization by Pedro Leineker Ochoski Machado, Luis V. Gulineli Fachini, Erich T. Tiuman, Tathiana M. Barchi, Sergio L. Stevan, Hugo V. Siqueira, Romeu M. Szmoski, Thiago Antonini Alves

“…Accurate photovoltaic (PV) panel characterization is critical for optimizing renewable energy systems, but it is often hindered by the high cost of commercial tracers or the slow, error-prone nature of manual methods. …”
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Effects of fermented bamboo fiber on intestinal health and fecal pollutants in weaned piglets by Yubiao Jia, Yubiao Jia, Qiuming Huang, Qiuming Huang, Rui Song, Rui Song, Yanling Tang, Yanling Tang, Mengxin Feng, Mengxin Feng, Jianjun Lu, Jianjun Lu

“…Furthermore, pig feces are a major source of environmental pollution, underscoring the need for effective strategies to mitigate fecal output at its source.MethodsThis study investigated the effects of dietary supplementation with fermented bamboo fiber (FBF) on growth performance, intestinal barrier integrity, gut microbiota composition, and fecal pollutant levels in weaned piglets. …”
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