Metal mixtures exposure with risk of elevated serum neurofilament light chain concentrations in U.S. general adults, NHANES 2013–2014 by Yan Wang, Keyi Zhang, Hao Li, Si Liu, Linyao Ying, Lu Xiang, Na Liang, Liangkai Chen, Lin Xiao, Gang Luo

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Polygenic prediction of human longevity on the supposition of pervasive pleiotropy by M. Reza Jabalameli, Jhih-Rong Lin, Quanwei Zhang, Zhen Wang, Joydeep Mitra, Nha Nguyen, Tina Gao, Mark Khusidman, Sanish Sathyan, Gil Atzmon, Sofiya Milman, Jan Vijg, Nir Barzilai, Zhengdong D. Zhang

“…Finally, using the proteomic correlates of iLGS, we identified protein markers associated with exceptional longevity irrespective of chronological age and prioritized drugs with repurposing potentials for gerotherapeutics. Together, our approach demonstrates a promising framework for polygenic modeling of additive liability conferred by ARTs in defining exceptional longevity and assisting the identification of individuals at a higher risk of mortality for targeted lifestyle modifications earlier in life. …”
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Teleorthodontics: Where Are We Going? From Skepticism to the Clinical Applications of a New Medical Communication and Management System by Antonino Lo Giudice, Vincenzo Ronsivalle, Pietro Venezia, Rosalia Ragusa, Giuseppe Palazzo, Rosalia Leonardi, Antonio Lazzara

“…For this purpose, we have provided a point-to-point analysis based on data from the most valuable scientific evidence on this topic. The information and data discussed in the present paper were obtained from the most relevant studies evaluating the performance of teleorthodontics and remote monitoring systems in clinical practice.…”
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Association between individual urinary iodine concentrations in pregnant women and maternal/newborn outcomes by Fernanda Bolfi, Maryan Borcsik Marum, Samantha Ellen da Silva Fonseca, Glaucia M F S Mazeto, Celia Regina Nogueira, Vania dos Santos Nunes-Nogueira

“…The quality of evidence was determined according to the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation. Results: In total, 7000 studies were identified, of which 63 were included. …”
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Investigating the Effect of Investor Pressure on Dividend Policy by Seyed Reza Seyed Nezhad Fahim, Ayat Balali, Fereshteh Hasanzadeh

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Extending Technology Acceptance Model with Scientific Epistemological and Science Teaching Efficacy Beliefs: A Study with Preservice Teachers by Tezcan Kartal, Ibrahim Serdar Kiziltepe, Busra Kartal

“…Data were collected through a self-reported measurement tool. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze data. …”
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Clinical Manifestation of a Calyceal Diverticular Abscess in a Pregnant Woman by Masaki Sekiguchi, Yuichi Hasegawa, Satoko Kinomoto, Haruhiko Sago

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Florida’s Agritourism Laws by Mary Beth Henry, Kathryn A. Stofer

“… Agritourism marries Florida’s two largest industries, tourism and agriculture, to provide an on-farm recreational experience for consumers. …”
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Positive Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Public Health Measures on Healthcare by Hung Eun Hoo, Hong Chuan Loh, Alan Swee Hock Ch’ng, Fan Kee Hoo, Irene Looi

“…The abrupt emergence of COVID-19 has also led to a massive societal shift on tobacco smoking cessation. Smokers are compelled to reflect on the harmful effects of cigarette smoking in relation to COVID-19. …”
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L’évolution du cadre bâti en Turquie, entre risque sismique et rentabilité du secteur de la construction : négociations et controverses sociotechniques by Youenn Gourain

“…Describing successive assemblages of actors involved in using building tools to negotiate seismic risk management, we examine how risk and the urban environment are evolving conjointly. …”
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Effects of Potassium Alginate and Whey Protein on Quality Characteristics of Alum-free Sweet Potato Wet Vermicelli Prepared by Traditional Dropping Method by Hao GUO, Hongnan SUN, Mengmei MA, Taihua MU, Yang LI

“…The results showed that the tensile strengths of alum-free sweet potato wet vermicelli with 0.4% (w/w, total starch base) potassium alginate or 5% whey protein (w/w, total starch base) were 1.77±0.01 g/mm2 and 1.43±0.03 g/mm2, respectively. …”
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Neuro-Fuzzy Model for the Prediction and Classification of the Fused Zone Levels of Imperfections in Ti6Al4V Alloy Butt Weld by Giuseppe Casalino, Sabina Luisa Campanelli, Fabrizio Memola Capece Minutolo

“…Weld imperfections are tolerable defects as stated from the international standard. …”
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Intraperitoneal paclitaxel for patients with primary malignant peritoneal mesothelioma: a phase I/II dose escalation and safety study—INTERACT MESO by Job P van Kooten, Jacobus W A Burger, Cornelis Verhoef, Joachim G J V Aerts, Eva V E Madsen, Alexandra R M Brandt-Kerkhof, Stijn L W Koolen, Ron H J Mathijssen, Michelle V Dietz, Niels A D Guchelaar

“…Systemic uptake will be limited, likely resulting in less toxicity. The aim of the INTERACT MESO trial is to determine the maximum tolerable dose of intraperitoneal paclitaxel monotherapy in patients with MPM. …”
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World and Russian Market of Mergers and Acquisitions by N. S. Zagrebel’Naya

“…Such transactions could improve a company's development, make business more competitive and profitable. In today's global economy we could observe the growing trend of global integration, which is manifested in the access of various types of companies into new markets, as well as the concentration of capital and consolidation of business, on the one hand. …”
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Genome-wide identification of oat TCP gene family and expression patterns under abiotic stress by Jiaming Nie, Jiaming Nie, Hongbin Zhao, Hongbin Zhao, Hongbin Zhao, Xiaodong Guo, Xiaodong Guo, Tao Zhang, Tao Zhang, Bing Han, Bing Han, Bing Han, Huiyan Liu, Huiyan Liu

“…This study provides insights into the functional characterization of the oat TCP gene family and its molecular mechanisms underlying stress tolerance.…”
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Lithuanian Language Curricula by Giedrė Čepaitienė

“…The article highlights the structure, didactic attitudes, and the organization of topics within the curricula, and demonstrates that the authors of the first curricula followed the descriptive work on the Lithuanian language already published at the time, whereas once the Ministry of Education began publishing curricula, they themselves became guidelines for textbook authors. …”
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Framing discomfort on YouTube: Narratives of non-binary dysphoria by Letizia Paglialunga

“…In this context, social-media holds considerable influence as a potent tool (Angouri, 2021) for the construction and portrayal of non-binary identities online. …”
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COVID-19 preguntas frecuentes para servicios de comida: preguntas generales y salud de los empleados by Natalie Seymour, Mary Yavelak, Candice Christian, Ben Chapman, Michelle Danyluk

“…¿Existe algun procedimiento que deba seguir si un empleado es diagnosticado con COVID-19 o piensa que lo contrajo? ¿Puedo tomarle la temperatura a un empleado que venga a trabajar? …”
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Genomic signatures of selection in Brangus cattle revealing the genetic foundations of adaptability and production traits using a breed of origin approach by Gabriel A. Zayas, Raluca G. Mateescu

“…Key genomic regions were identified on chromosomes 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 27, and 28, and were linked to traits such as fertility, growth, heat tolerance, carcass characteristics, and meat quality.DiscussionExpected genes showing signatures of selection included MC1R, responsible for black coat color, and PLAG1, integral to growth, fertility, and carcass traits, underscoring the effectiveness of this methodology. …”
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Circularity in Materials: A Review on Polymer Composites Made from Agriculture and Textile Waste by Ali Raza Shafqat, Muzzamal Hussain, Yasir Nawab, Munir Ashraf, Sheraz Ahmad, Ghazia Batool

“…., feeding and clothing; however, they are top contributors to environmental pollution and global waste generation. …”
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