Efficient Design of the Microstrip Reflectarray Antenna by Optimizing the Reflection Phase Curve by Xing Chen, Qiang Chen, Pan Feng, Kama Huang

“…The common optimization method that employs an optimization algorithm in conjunction with the full-wave simulation to optimize the antennas’ structural parameters is able to achieve better performances in comparison with the conventional method; but it is impractical for large-scale microstrip reflectarray antennas due to too many structural parameters from variable reflection elements. …”
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An interlaboratory comparison to quantify oxidative potential measurement in aerosol particles: challenges and recommendations for harmonisation by P. A. Dominutti, J.-L. Jaffrezo, A. Marsal, T. Mhadhbi, R. Elazzouzi, C. Rak, F. Cavalli, J.-P. Putaud, A. Bougiatioti, N. Mihalopoulos, N. Mihalopoulos, D. Paraskevopoulou, I. Mudway, I. Mudway, A. Nenes, A. Nenes, K. R. Daellenbach, C. Banach, S. J. Campbell, H. Cigánková, D. Contini, G. Evans, M. Georgopoulou, M. Ghanem, D. A. Glencross, D. A. Glencross, M. R. Guascito, M. R. Guascito, H. Herrmann, S. Iram, M. Jovanović, M. Jovašević-Stojanović, M. Kalberer, I. M. Kooter, S. E. Paulson, A. Patel, A. Patel, A. Patel, E. Perdrix, M. C. Pietrogrande, P. Mikuška, J.-J. Sauvain, K. Seitanidi, P. Shahpoury, E. J. d. S. Souza, S. Steimer, S. Steimer, S. Stevanovic, G. Suarez, P. S. G. Subramanian, B. Utinger, M. F. van Os, V. Verma, X. Wang, R. J. Weber, Y. Yang, X. Querol, G. Hoek, R. M. Harrison, R. M. Harrison, G. Uzu

“…This pioneering work concludes that interlaboratory comparisons provide essential insights into the OP metric and are crucial to move toward the harmonisation of OP measurements.</p>…”
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Cannibalism and Other Transgressions of the Human in The Road by Andrew Estes

“…The recent emergence of posthumanism as an area of philosophical and literary enquiry adds further urgency to the topic of anthropophagy, which serves both to define the human and to place individuals outside this category. …”
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Dynamic Transmission of Correlation between Investor Attention and Stock Price: Evidence from China’s Energy Industry Typical Stocks by Yajie Qi, Huajiao Li, Sui Guo, Sida Feng

“…The relationship between investor attention and stock prices has been a topic of interest in economics. Previous studies have shown that the correlation relationship between the two changes with time. …”
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O conceito de divisão no modo de organização do ensino proposto por davýdov e colaboradores by Josélia Euzébio da Rosa, Sandra Crestani

“…Davýdov propõe que o ensino seja organizado por meio de tarefas de estudos, constituídas de seis ações, cujo desenvolvimento ocorre durante a resolução de um sistema de tarefas particulares. Em sua concepção, todos os conceitos são constituídos por uma relação universal. …”
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Historia y memoria del pasado reciente en la escuela: una mirada a la propuesta oficial by María Paula González

“…Este análisis será puesto en relación con las diversas representaciones de la memoria y los avances de la historiografía en torno al pasado reciente para ver en qué medida el contenido escolar ha sido impactado por los cambios en estas narrativas.…”
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Machine learning-based prediction of the mechanical properties of β titanium shape memory alloys by Naoki Nohira, Taichi Ichisawa, Masaki Tahara, Itsuo Kumazawa, Hideki Hosoda

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Nível de atividade física de estudantes de educação física no Brasil: uma revisão sistemática by Vitor Tavares da Silva, Lorena Rodrigues Silva, Vinicius Guadalupe Barcelos Oliveira, Bianca Pagel Ramson, Eduardo Lucia Caputo, Marcelo Cozzensa da Silva

“…A maioria das investigações ocorreram na região Sul do Brasil, utilizou o International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) para aferir a atividade física e as recomendações da Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS) na avaliação do nível de prática. Todos os estudos apresentaram uma alta prevalência de estudantes fisicamente ativos, variando entre 71,5% e 100%. …”
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Duolingo in English education: Evidence-based perspectives on learning outcomes by F. Fitriani

“…This study underscores the complementary role of digital tools like Duolingo within language curricula, particularly in blended or hybrid learning models, where mobile learning can support vocabulary retention and independent study. …”
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Analysis of Hepatic Artery Infusion (HAI) Chemotherapy Using Randomized Trials of Floxuridine (FUDR) for Colon Cancer Patients with Multiple Liver Metastases by Yuanming Li

“…The parameters like toxicity, overall survival rate, response rate, and progression-free response for the suggested therapy are also analyzed. …”
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Natural Polymer Derivative-based pH responsive Nanoformulations Entrapped Diketo-tautomers of 5-fluorouracil for Enhanced Cancer Therapy by Anbazhagan Thirumalai, Koyeli Girigoswami, Karthick Harini, Venkatakrishnan Kiran, Pazhani Durgadevi, Agnishwar Girigoswami

“…This study aimed to synthesize oxidized sodium alginate (OSA) derivatives to create OSA nanoparticles loaded with 5-FU (OSANP@ 5-FU), promoting diketo tautomers, and evaluate their photophysical properties, release profile, and anticancer activity with minimal toxicity. Experimental approach: The investigation encompassed physicochemical characterization, encapsulation efficiency, 5-FU release kinetics at pH 2.2 and 7.4, cell viability assessment via MTT assay in V79 cells, and in vitro anticancer efficacy in the A375 cell line. …”
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2019–2020 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Weeds by Stephen H. Futch, Brent A. Sellers, Ramdas G. Kanissery

“…Complete and total elimination of all weeds from the grove floor is neither necessary nor warranted. …”
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Rapid Simultaneous Determination of 43 Pesticide Residues in Schizonepeta tenuifolia by Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry by Guo-wei Zhou, Yong-mei Li, Chun-ni Liu, Hong-min Ren, Hai-ying Li

“…Pesticides were extracted from Schizonepeta tenuifolia using acetonitrile, cleaned with Pesticarb/NH2, and eluted by mixed solvents of acetonitrile and toluene (3 : 1, v/v). Selected pesticides were identified using DB-35MS capillary column and detected by gas chromatography mass spectrometry. …”
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Validity of the Actigraph-GT9X accelerometer for measuring steps and energy expenditures in heart failure patients. by Jisu Kim, Jonathan Kenyon, Hayley Billingsley, Natalie Bohmke, Syed Imran Ahmed, Hannah Salmons, Jung-Min Lee, Danielle Kirkman, Salvatore Carbone, Youngdeok Kim

“…<h4>Methods</h4>16 patients with HF with preserved ejection fraction (mean age = 60.3±12.1yrs) completed a total of 41 symptom-limited cardiopulmonary exercise tests on a treadmill across multiple time points (median (IQR) = 2.5 (1.5-3.5)). …”
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Designing and developing a prescription digital therapeutic for at-home heart rate variability biofeedback to support and enhance patient outcomes in post-traumatic stress disorder... by Rebecca Macy, Flavio Somanji, Flavio Somanji, Oleksandr Sverdlov

“…Heart rate variability biofeedback (HRV-BFB) is a promising tool for correcting autonomic dysfunction in PTSD, with subsequent changes in clinically significant outcome measures. …”
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Evaluation of High Fibers Okara and Soybean Bran as Functional Supplements for Mice with Experimentally Induced Type 2 Diabetes by Ismaiel Manal, Yang Hong, Cui Min

“…Okara was significantly effective in controlling hyperglycemia and improving glucose tolerance. Moreover, the antihyperglycemic effect of okara was broadly comparable with the actions of metformin. …”
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Computational identification of promising genetic markers associated with molecular mechanisms of reduced rice resistance to <i>Rhizoctonia solani</i> under excess nitrogen fertili... by E. A. Antropova, A. R. Volyanskaya, A. V. Adamovskaya, P. S. Demenkov, I. V. Yatsyk, T. V. Ivanisenko, Y. L. Orlov, Ch. Haoyu, M. Chen, V. A. Ivanisenko

“…For two miRNAs (Osa-miR396 and Osa-miR7695), about 7,400 unique long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) with various co-expression indices were found. The top 50 lncRNAs with the highest co-expression index for each miRNA were highlighted, opening new perspectives for studying regulatory mechanisms of rice resistance to pathogens. …”
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Impact of late effects after treatment for bladder cancer with radical cystectomy on Quality of life: a case-control study by Rikke V. Milling, Ninna K. Nielsen, Charlotte Graugaard-Jensen, Peter Christensen, Helle Pappot, Jørgen B. Jensen

“…The MIBC specific EORTC-QLQ-BLM30 was administered to cases only. Results: A total of 628 (54.3%) MIBC patients and their 1,204 (37.3%) matched controls responded. …”
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End-to-End Stroke Imaging Analysis Using Effective Connectivity and Interpretable Artificial Intelligence by Wojciech Ciezobka, Joan Falco-Roget, Cemal Koba, Alessandro Crimi

“…More importantly, thanks to explainable tools, an interpretation of disrupted networks across the brain networks was possible. …”
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Batterer typologies: substance use, impulsivity and results of an IPVAW offender treatment program in Spain by Pedro V. Mateo-Fernández, Pedro V. Mateo-Fernández, Pedro V. Mateo-Fernández, Iria Osa-Subtil, Iria Osa-Subtil, Iria Osa-Subtil, Román Ronzón-Tirado, María Elena de la Peña Fernández

“…The participants, aged an average 39.1 years, were classified into three types based on demographic factors, substance use and other relevant variables. Meanwhile, the tools used included AUDIT and EuropASI to assess alcohol consumption, CTS2 to measure the frequency and intensity of violent behaviors over the last year, and SCID-II for personality disorders.ResultsOur findings reflected marked improvements in conflict resolution strategies, especially in terms of reduced psychological violence and sexual coercion, but not physical violence. …”
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