Matrix Gla Protein – a new marker for colorectal cancer detection? A systematic review by Mirela-Georgiana Perné, Lorena Ciumărnean, Olga-Hilda Orășan, Vasile Negrean, Teodora-Gabriela Alexescu, Mircea Vasile Milaciu, Ioana Roșca, Răzvan Dan Togănel, Gabriel Emil Petre, Lucia Procopcoiuc, Cristina Drugan, Alexandra Crăciun

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When IEEE 802.11 and 5G Meet Time-Sensitive Networking by Mahin K. Atiq, Raheeb Muzaffar, Oscar Seijo, INaki Val, Hans-Peter Bernhard

“…Time-sensitive networking (TSN) standards aim at providing vendor agnostic, reliable, and deterministic communications over the Ethernet, but lack in flexibility and modularity provisions. In this context wireless communication systems are preferred given the obvious benefits in terms of increased flexibility, reduced deployment & maintenance costs, and inherent mobility support. …”
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Modeling Approaches for Accounting Radiation-Induced Effect in HVDC-GIS Design for Nuclear Fusion Applications by Francesco Lucchini, Alessandro Frescura, Kenji Urazaki Junior, Nicolò Marconato, Paolo Bettini

“…This paper examines the modeling approaches used to analyze the electric field distribution in high-voltage direct-current gas-insulated systems (HVDC-GISs) used for the acceleration grid power supply (AGPS) of neutral beam injectors (NBIs). …”
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Cervical ripening at home or in hospital during induction of labour: the CHOICE prospective cohort study, process evaluation and economic analysis by Mairead Black, Cassandra Yuill, Mairi Harkness, Sayem Ahmed, Linda Williams, Kathleen A Boyd, Maggie Reid, Amar Bhide, Neelam Heera, Jane Huddleston, Neena Modi, John Norrie, Dharmintra Pasupathy, Julia Sanders, Gordon C S Smith, Rosemary Townsend, Helen Cheyne, Christine McCourt, Sarah Stock

“…However, there was substantial uncertainty with the adjusted analysis consistent with a 74% decrease in the risk through to an 81% increase. qCHOICE Important aspects of service users’ experience of home cervical ripening were quality of information provided, support and perception of genuine choice. …”
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The role of nicotinamide-β-adenine dinucleotide phosphate-H-cytochrome P450 oxidoreductase in the activation of cytochromes by Popova Olga, Bylinskaya Daria, Nikitina Anastasia, Ukrainskaya Olga

“…The aim of this theoretical study is to investigate the mechanisms of action of these enzymes in the context of metabolism in highly productive animals. …”
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Indian Himalayan Arabidopsis thaliana population reflects deep history and might be the source of species expansion in the eastern edge by Akanksha Singh, Ashwani Kumar Verma, Abhinandan Mani Tripathi, Parneeta Mishra, Sumit Kumar Bag, Sivasubramanian Rajarammohan, Sribash Roy

“…Abstract Deciphering the origin, demography and adaptation strategies of species are important goals of biologists. In this context, the model plant species Arabidopsis thaliana has been studied in details using regional and large scale global collections. …”
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A Review of Fish Anomalies in Türkiye’s Waters by Özgen Yılmaz, Hasan Cerim, Sercan Yapıcı, İsmail Reis

“…In recent years, anomaly studies have increased in number, covering both individual cases and their effects on natural populations and farmed species. …”
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The balance between care and conflict may be key to understanding maternal aggression in canaries by C. Garcia-Co, F. Verbruggen, J. Morales, W. Müller

“…While maternal aggression—defined as aggressive interactions from mothers to the offspring within the family context—may be a seemingly maladaptive behaviour, it could also be an adaptive strategy allowing optimal resource allocation for current and future reproduction in the face of evolutionary conflicts of interest. …”
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Political Dimensions of International Sports and Economic Policies for AI Adoption by Aminova Aziza, Umurkulova Dilrabo, Komilov Jahongir

“…The paper attempts to move forward research in AI adoption from theoretical, empirical, and policy-driven contexts to emerging methodological frameworks that address current challenges in governance and strategic implementation. …”
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Extended reality in anesthesia: a narrative review by Sung Hee Han, Kristen L Kiroff, Sakura Kinjo

“…This review aims to introduce the current literature on XR utilization to help anesthesiologists adopt this technology in education and clinical practice. …”
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The examination of family value hierarchies in Russian and Chinese cultures by O. E. Iatsevich, V. V. Iudashkina, L. N. Shabatura, N. A. Tkacheva, A. F. Zakirova

“…Introduction. In the context of globalisation and the intensification of international contacts, there is an increasing need to understand the intercultural differences and similarities between Russian and Chinese youth, particularly in significant areas such as family values. …”
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A Systematic Literature Review of Cross-Cultural Studies on Interior Perception by Ayşen Özkan, Türkan Sultan Yaşar Ismail

“…Interior spaces can be seen as one of the main surroundings for people, especially in the context of the current century urban context we live in. …”
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Brand authenticity influence on young adults’ luxury sneakers brand preference: the mediating role of brand image by Neo Ligaraba, Joy Cheng, Nompumelelo Fortunate Ndungwane, Brighton Nyagadza

“…The same model development for the current study can be applied in other geographical zones and in different contexts to prove its generalisability. …”
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The Concept of Informal Green Space in Academic Research: A Comprehensive Literature Review on the Terminology Used by Duy Thong Ta, Huixin Wang, Katsunori Furuya

“…The systematic analysis identified 54 relevant documents on the effects of green areas, revealing a diverse and growing body of research on IGSs, including their types, distribution, and socioeconomic contexts. The findings indicated an increasing trend in collaborative studies, using “informal green space” as the official term. …”
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Collateral Damage from Offensive Cyber Operations—A Systematic Literature Review by Emil Larsson

“…This study identifies potential pathways for the synthesis of the current research areas (targeting, taxonomy, econometrics) with broader definitions of collateral damage to include civilian harm. …”
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Artificial intelligence as a policy response to teaching and learning issues in education in Ghana by Joshua Osondu, Emmanuel Jean Francois, Jesse Strycker

“…This paper offers a literature synthesis on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) as a strategic policy instrument in tackling the challenges of Teaching and Learning (TL) within the Ghanaian educational context. By examining the current state and prospects of AI in education (AIEd), specifically in Ghana, this study highlights how AI can address unique educational challenges faced by Ghanaian students and educators. …”
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Renewable Energy Communities (RECs): European and Worldwide Distribution, Different Technologies, Management, and Modeling by Sandra Corasaniti, Paolo Coppa, Dario Atzori, Ateeq Ur Rehman

“…Renewable energy communities (RECs) are increasingly recognized as pivotal instruments in the global energy transition, offering decentralized, participatory, and sustainable solutions for energy management, specifically regarding energy production and consumption. …”
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Home Browse Journal Info Guide for Authors Submit Manuscript Reviewers Contact Us The Impact of Genre-Based Instruction Treatments on EAP Students’ Writing Quality by Sayyed Mohammad Alavi, Majid Nemat, Sedigheh Karimpour

“…Regarding the benefits of genre-based instruction in second language acquisition, there have been ongoing debates in pedagogical treatments associated with genre-based instruction in various educational contexts. The purpose of the current study was to examine how three genre-based instruction treatments affected medical students’ use of key features of the medical case report. …”
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Big oil and climate change: An ecolinguistic perspective by Richard John Alexander, Douglas Mark Ponton

“…Five years later, that challenge has become even greater due to a continued increase in greenhouse gas emissions. The pace and scale of what has been done so far, and current plans, are insufficient to tackle climate change.” …”
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Trans-Species Polymorphism in Immune Genes: General Pattern or MHC-Restricted Phenomenon? by Martin Těšický, Michal Vinkler

“…Evolution of the immune system in response to host-pathogen interactions in particular ecological contexts appears to be frequently associated with diversifying selection increasing the genetic variability. …”
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