Salt tolerance evaluation and key salt-tolerant traits at germination stage of upland cotton by Mengjie An, Xinhui Huang, Yilei Long, Yin Wang, Yanping Tan, Zhen Qin, Xiantao Ai, Yan Wang

“…In addition, three salt tolerance evaluation models constructed with different variables (6 variables in Model 1; 3 variables in Model 2; 1 variable in Model 3) found that the total fresh weight was the most reliable trait for the salt tolerance evaluation. In practical application, the variable selection for modelling could be adjusted based on the experimental workload. …”
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Estimation of peak current as a basis for sustainable watershed conservation using the number-curve land conservation by Naharuddin ., Rukmi ., S.D. Massiri, B. Toknok, Akhbar ., I.N. Korja

“…The trend showed the need for a more comprehensive exploration of soil conservation service-curve number method in accurately predicting runoff patterns in sub-watershed areas to ensure effective and sustainable management and conservation practices.…”
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Characteristics, clinical manifestations and management of leprosy in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa: A 20-year retrospective study by J S Sons, Z N Mkhize, N C Dlova, C Aldous, P R Bhat, A V Chateau

“…Achieving leprosy-free status in SA requires the collaboration of many role-players to address these challenges and improve healthcare practices. …”
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An organic matter database (OMD): consolidating global residue data from agriculture, fisheries, forestry and related industries by G. Weldesemayat Sileshi, G. Weldesemayat Sileshi, E. Barrios, J. Lehmann, J. Lehmann, F. N. Tubiello

“…The database could be used for a variety of purposes, including estimation of residue availability for soil amendment, livestock feed, bioenergy and other industrial applications as well as assessment of the environmental impacts of residue management practices such as soil application and burning. The estimates in the OMD are only available at the national level. …”
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The regulatory role of cystatin C in autophagy and neurodegeneration by T. A. Korolenko, A. B. Shintyapina, A. B. Pupyshev, A. A. Akopyan, G. S. Russkikh, M. A. Dikovskaya, V. A. Vavilin, E. L Zavjalov, M. A. Tikhonova, T. G. Amstislavskaya

“…In elderly persons (61–80 years old compared to practically healthy people at 40–60 years of age), we revealed increased cystatin C levels both in serum and intraocular fluid. …”
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Estimation Model for Cotton Canopy Structure Parameters Based on Spectral Vegetation Index by Yaqin Qi, Xi Chen, Zhengchao Chen, Xin Zhang, Congju Shen, Yan Chen, Yuanying Peng, Bing Chen, Qiong Wang, Taijie Liu, Hao Zhang

“…By integrating spectral analysis techniques with remote sensing, this research offers valuable insights for precision cotton planting and field management, enabling optimized agricultural practices and enhanced vegetation health monitoring.…”
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Towards implementing new payment models for the reimbursement of high-cost, curative therapies in Europe: insights from semi-structured interviews by Thomas Desmet, Thomas Desmet, Sissel Michelsen, Sissel Michelsen, Elena Van den Brande, Walter Van Dyck, Steven Simoens, Isabelle Huys

“…By stating the necessary conditions that, when fulfilled together, are deemed sufficient for successful OBSP implementation, this study provides a framework towards overcoming implementation barriers and realizing the potential of OBSP in transforming healthcare reimbursement practices.…”
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Refinement of a meaning-centered counseling program for Chinese patients with advanced cancer: integrating cultural adaptation and implementation science approaches by Florence Lui, Qingyi Zhang, George Chengxi Bao, Bharat Narang, Ruo Yan Chen, Yunshan Niu, Jennifer Leng, William Breitbart

“…Abstract Background This mixed methods study identified needed refinements to a telehealth-delivered cultural and linguistic adaptation of Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Chinese patients with advanced cancer (MCP-Ch) to enhance acceptability, comprehensibility, and implementation of the intervention in usual care settings, guided by the Ecological Validity Model (EVM) and the Practical, Robust Implementation and Sustainability Model (PRISM). …”
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Assessing institutional sanitation and its impact at a citywide level: an exploration of school sanitation in the Accra Metropolitan Area, Ghana by William Nkonde, William Nkonde, Claire Furlong, Brian Reed, Damir Brdanovic

“…This study successfully demonstrates the level of information that is needed regarding people’s sanitation practices which enables their excreta flows to be split between different facilities. …”
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Syrian refugee and diaspora healthcare professionals: Case studies from the eastern mediterranean and European regions by Aula Abbara, Munzer Alkhalil, Kinan Wihba, Omer Abdrabbuh, Diana Rayes, Andrew Ghobrial, Manar Marzouk, Fadi Halabi, Mahmoud Hariri, Abdulkarim Ekzayez

“…Our aim is to explore the different policy practices towards Syrian refugee and diaspora HCPs in the eastern mediterranean and European regions. …”
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Banana plant waste composting through microbial inoculation and its performance in spinach by Likhesh Kumar Verma, Kishan Kumar Raj, Dippal, Safina Ismail, Tapas Chowdhury, Ravindra Soni

“…Research Highlights • Composting is a practical method of recycling agricultural wastes for a healthy environment…”
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Rapid and noninvasive assessment of adductor muscle performance through shell-closing strength of Zhikong scallop Chlamys farreri by Xiangyi Zeng, Zujing Yang, Mingyi Sui, Zhi Liu, Qiang Xing, Liping Hu, Liming Jiang, Zhenmin Bao, Xiaoting Huang

“…However, the investigation and practical application of SCS have been seriously hampered due to the limited availability and complexity of current measurement methodologies. …”
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The multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of paediatric chronic pain: a qualitative analysis through focus groups by Aldana Paola Ercolano, Sabrina Galvan, Tessa Louise Marchesan, Alessia Gavioli, Gerardo Papa, Mariarita Todaro, Lidia Berforini D’Aquino, Alessia Zanatta, Andrea Vianello

“…Objectives: To explore healthcare professionals’ perceptions and expectations regarding the multidisciplinary approach to chronic pediatric pain, and identify areas for improvement to optimise rehabilitative practices. Methods: The study adopted a qualitative design, utilizing the Focus Group technique and unstructured interviews, following Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ) guidelines. …”
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The effects of mindful self-care on medical resident wellness, depression, and burnout by Wendy M. GUYKER, Evette A. ADDAI, Catherine P. COOK-COTTONE, Susan M. ORRANGE, Sofie SCALETTA

“…This study aimed to assess the types and frequency of mindful self-care behaviors, defined as intentional practices that promote awareness of internal needs and external demands. …”
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Modeling Burst Error Processes in ITU-T G.hnem-Based PLC Systems: Noisy Indoor Environment Analysis Using a Generative Semi-Hidden Markov Model by Akintunde Oluremi Iyiola, Theo G. Swart, Ayokunle Damilola Familua, Thokozani Shongwe

“…This research makes four key contributions: (1) the development of a robust experimental testbed for real-time burst error analysis in NB-PLC systems, (2) the creation of a comprehensive dataset that characterizes noise-induced disruptions in real-world indoor scenarios, (3) a theoretical exploration and practical application of SHMMs for modeling error sequences in NB-PLC channels, and (4) the validation of SHMMs and a modified Baum-Welch algorithm (BWA) for efficient modeling and parameter estimation of burst error processes. …”
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Dataset of microscale atmospheric flow and pollutant concentration large-eddy simulations for varying mesoscale meteorological forcing in an idealized urban environmentZenodo by Eliott Lumet, Thomas Jaravel, Mélanie C. Rochoux

“…However, CFD models are very expensive and require intensive computing resources, which can hinder their systematic use in practical engineering applications. They are also subject to significant uncertainties, particularly those arising from the mesoscale meteorological forcing and the internal variability of the atmospheric boundary layer, some of which are aleatory and thereby irreducible. …”
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A Case Study on Multi-Real-Option-Integrated STO-PF Models for Strengthening Capital Structures in Real Estate Development by Jung Kyu Park, Jun Bok Lee, Young Mee Ahn, Ga Young Yoo

“…It contributes to the theoretical understanding of STO-based financing and provides practical insights for developers seeking flexible and innovative financing solutions in the real estate sector. …”
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Development of the genetic classification of Aegilops columnaris Zhuk. chromosomes based on the analysis of introgression lines Triticum aestivum×Ae. columnaris by A. A. Shishkina, A. Yu. Dragovich, A. S. Rouban, S. N. Sibikeev, A. E. Druzhin, E. D. Badaeva

“…However, this species has not yet been used in practical breeding. In the present work we have for the first time reported the development and molecular-cytogenetic characterization of T. aestivum×Ae. columnaris introgression lines. …”
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The role of ultrasound combined with water bath in the establishment of animal models of rat urethral stricture by Xiaojian Ye, Xianjing Lin, Yehui Chen, Rongquan Xu, Jiawei Zhou

“…This study highlights the practicality of high-frequency ultrasound combined with the water bath method in evaluating rat urethral stricture models, as it can effectively differentiate between rats in the pure TGF-β1 induced group and those in the MSC treatment group based on urethral changes. …”
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Prevalence and Economic Impact of Acute Respiratory Failure in the Prehospital Emergency Medical Service of the Madrid Community: Retrospective Cohort Study by Ana María Cintora-Sanz, Cristina Horrillo-García, Víctor Quesada-Cubo, Ana María Pérez-Alonso, Alicia Gutiérrez-Misis

“…By achieving these objectives, we hope to inform efforts to address respiratory failure and establish a standardized methodology and framework that can facilitate expansion to a continuous community-wide registry in Madrid, driving advances in emergency care and care practices in these pathologies. The aim of this retrospective observational study was to determine the pathologies that have mainly caused respiratory failure in patients and required medicalized ALS and to evaluate the cost of care for these pathologies collected through this pilot registry. …”
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