Additive Manufacturing as an Alternative to Core Sampling in Concrete Strength Assessment by Darya Anop, Marzhan Sadenova, Nail Beisekenov, Olga Rudenko, Zulfiya Aubakirova, Assel Jexembayeva

“…Mixtures containing up to 30% ash-slag filler maintained structural-grade strength while reducing clinker demand, underscoring their sustainability potential. …”
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Deep Learning-Based Image Watermarking Using Catalan Transform and Non-Negative Matrix Factorization by Md. Fahim Hossain Saikat, Md. Al-Mamun Provath, Kaushik Deb, Pranab Kumar Dhar, Tetsuya Shimamura

“…In the digital age, embedding imperceptible data into images for authenticating ownership and content integrity through watermarking has gained immense importance. …”
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Automatic segmentation and quantitative analysis of brain CT volume in 2-year-olds using deep learning model by Fengjun Xi, Liyun Tu, Feng Zhou, Yanjie Zhou, Jun Ma, Yun Peng

“…In addition, specific structural asymmetries were observed between the right and left hemispheres.ConclusionThis study highlights the effectiveness of deep learning for automatic brain segmentation in pediatric CT imaging, providing a reliable reference for normative brain volumes in 2-year-old children. …”
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Sleep duration, sleep disturbances and skeletal muscle mass change over time: A population-based longitudinal analysis in Peru [version 4; peer review: 1 approved, 2 approved with... by Enrique S. Nuñez-del-Arco, Renzo A. Agurto-García, Rodrigo M. Carrillo-Larco, J. Jaime Miranda, Antonio Bernabe-Ortiz

“…Background The skeletal muscle has mainly a structural function and plays a role in human’s metabolism. …”
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Pharmacological Inhibition of Astrocytic Transglutaminase 2 Facilitates the Expression of a Neurosupportive Astrocyte Reactive Phenotype in Association with Increased Histone Acety... by Thomas Delgado, Jacen Emerson, Matthew Hong, Jeffrey W. Keillor, Gail V. W. Johnson

“…Astrocytes play critical roles in supporting structural and metabolic homeostasis in the central nervous system (CNS). …”
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Workload and salary as determinants of pedagogical graduates’ employment by occupation by L. M. Nurieva, S. G. Kiselev

“…The research methodological framework is a structural approach based on applied research procedures (observation, description, comparison, counting, measurement, modelling, etc.), according to which general scientific (comparative, retrospective analysis, systematisation, generalisation) and statistical research methods (statistical and correlation analysis, etc.) were employed. …”
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From Asymmetry to Satisfaction: The Dynamic Role of Perceived Value and Trust to Boost Customer Satisfaction in the Tourism Industry by Ibrahim A. Elshaer, Alaa M. S. Azazz, Sameh Fayyad, Abdulaziz Aljoghaiman, Eslam Ahmed Fathy, Amr Mohamed Fouad

“…SmartPLS 3 software implemented the data analysis process using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). …”
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From Clinical Presentation to Genetic Confirmation: A Case of L2HGDH-Related Leukodystrophy in an 11-Year-Old by Negareh Poursalehi, Mojtaba Movahedinia, Mohammad Hossein Mohammadi, Mohamammad Ebrahim Ghanei, Mohammad Yahya Vahidi Mehrjerdi, Seyed Mehdi Kalantar

“…In silico studies, including protein structural modeling and docking analyses, were conducted using Phyre-2 tools to further investigate the molecular consequences of the mutation in L2HGDH.Result: After the filtration the data obtained from Whole exome sequencing of the patient identified a homozygous missense mutation (c.751C>T; p. …”
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Development of Hybrid District Heating Systems by A. V. Sednin, K. M. Dyussenov

“…The technical aspects of the creation of hybrid control systems are analyzed, generalized structural technological schemes of hybrid district heating systems and the main measures, the implementation of which is necessary during their transition to the state of a new generation of district heating systems, are introduced. …”
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The effects of elastic band resistance training on serum levels of growth differentiation factor 11, myostatin, and insulin resistance in overweight elderly women by Akbar Azamian Jazi, Elias Abdellah

“…Even though these two factors have similar structural and signaling pathways, they can have different functions, and the available information about their effects on the regeneration of degenerated muscles during old age is contradictory. …”
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Comparison of strategies based on DTI visualisation for stereotactic minimally invasive surgery in the treatment of moderate-volume thalamo-basal ganglia cerebral haemorrhage: a pr... by Shiqiang Yang, Yanwei Liu, Shiqiang Wang, Hua Peng, Xin Qi, Zhonghai Cai, Xuhui Hui, Anqiang Yang

“…Methods and analysis Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) is a method used to assess the structural and physiological characteristics of biological tissue by examining the diffusion behavior of water molecules.In the central nervous system, limb paralysis will be inevitable if the corticospinal tract is damaged. …”
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Grain size effect of landscape in Jiangxi Guanshan subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forest by RAN Huan1, LAN Yong2, DAI Yufeng2, XIONG Yong2, WEN Renquan1, SONG Qingni1, YANG Qingpei1, LIU Jun1*

“…Patch density(PD), number of patches(NP), edge density(ED), landscape shape index(LSI), mean fractal dimension index(FRAC_MN), contagion index(CONTAG)exhibited significant negative correlations with increasing grain size, while mean patch area(AREA_MN), Shannon's diversity index(SHDI), Shannon's evenness index(SHEI)exhibited significant positive correlations with increasing grain size.(3)The coefficients of variation for landscape indices PD, NP, ED, LSI, and AREA_MN were the highest, combining landscape structural stability and diversity, the changes in different landscape indices were primarily concentrated around the inflection point at 5 meters. …”
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AIGC Using Behavior Analysis from the Perspective of Artificial Intelligence Literacy by Yuhong CUI, Jintao ZHAO

“…[Method/Process] This study adopts a mixed-method approach that primarily integrates Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and mediation analysis to explore the relationships between the factors that influence AIGC tool usage. …”
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Inequities in HIV prevention among trans and/or non-binary people: a cross-sectional survey analysis of PrEP and PEP awareness and use in Spain by Sara Moreno-García, Paule González-Recio, Marta Donat, Carlos Iniesta, Cinta Folch, María Alonso-Colón, Juan Miguel Guerras, María José Belza

“…Disparities, particularly among certain subgroups, such as trans men, younger TGNB, those with low educational level and those living in smaller cities, reflect structural inequities in access to both strategies. …”
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Predicting episodic memory performance using different biomarkers: results from Argentina-Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative by Russo MJ, Cohen G, Mendez P, Campos J, Nahas FE, Surace E, Vazquez S, Gustafson D, Guinjoan S, Allegri R, Sevlever G

“…Baseline amyloid deposition and left hippocampal volume separated the three diagnostic groups and correlated with the memory performance (P<0.001).Conclusion: Cross-sectional analysis of baseline data revealed links between cognition, structural changes, and biomarkers. …”
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Assessing the inner setting among Massachusetts community health centers: opportunities for multilevel investigation and expansion of influences on health equity by Rebekka M. Lee, James G. Daly, Daniel A. Gundersen, Ruth I. Lederman, Susan Dargon-Hart, Jonathan P. Winickoff, Karen M. Emmons, the ISCCCE Partnership

“…Additional equity-focused inner setting items included structural characteristics of the work infrastructure and language access services. …”
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Dynamic prediction of surface subsidence at any point based on Boltzmann time function model by Liangji XU, Zhihao SUN, Xiaopeng LIU, Kun ZHANG, Zongyou CAO

“…The underground extraction of coal resources can induce surface subsidence, posing a potential threat to both the ecological environment and the structural stability of buildings. Anticipating the dynamic subsidence values prior to mining is crucial for establishing a foundation for dynamic restoration designs in mining subsidence areas. …”
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Revisiting Antibiotic-Impregnated Cement Spacer for Diabetic Osteomyelitis of the Foot by Farouk Khury, Ihab Karkabi, Elias Mazzawi, Doron Norman, Eyal A. Melamed, Eli Peled

“…Conclusions: ACS has shown excellent results in eradicating bone infection with up to 7.23 years of follow-up, acting as a structural stabilizer, preventing soft tissue contractures, and delivering highly concentrated local antibiotic treatment both to soft tissue and bone. …”
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A new validated Lymphoedema-specific Patient Reported Outcome Measure (LYMPROM) for adults with Lymphoedema. by Melanie Thomas, Marie Gabe-Walters, Ioan Humphreys, Alan Watkins

“…Following COSMIN guidelines, validation study phases used anonymised routinely collected data to examine internal consistency, structural validity, construct validity (compared with the EQ5D-5L), measurement error, test-retest reliability and responsiveness.…”
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The intersection of stress, loneliness, and mental health attitudes in young multinational corporation employees by Thuy Thi Thanh LE, Ha-Chau TRAN-NGOC, Van-Nhi HO, Bao-Nhu NGUYEN-HOANG, Hoang-Anh Ngoc HO, Van-Anh TRAN-DO

“…Methods: Using a sample of 118 young MNC employees in Vietnam (64.4% Gen Z, 81.4% female, 11% LGBTQ+, 67.8% single), this study examines relationships between stress, loneliness, problematic internet use (PIU), and attitudes toward seeking psychological help, with tenure and remote work status as moderators. Data were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). …”
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