Temporal dynamics of the friendship paradox in a smartphone communication network by Cheng Wang, Omar Lizardo, David S. Hachen

“…By exploring the mechanisms underlying this paradox in a dynamic communication network, this study enhances our understanding of the structural factors influencing the evolution of the friendship paradox in digitally mediated interactions.…”
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Mediating Role of Exchange Rates in FDI-Growth Linkages: ARDL Evidence from Tanzania (1990–2023) by Festo. R. Mmasi, Mohamed Awadh Mohamed, Jacqueline Peter Temba

“…The study utilizes time-series data sourced from the World Bank, with all variables transformed into natural logarithms to ensure linearity and normality of  the variables. …”
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The interplay of perceived benefit, perceived risk, and trust in Fintech adoption: Insights from Sub-Saharan Africa by Thomas Appiah, Veronica Venyo Agblewornu

“…We employ partial least squares-structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) and fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (FSQCA) techniques to analyse our dataset. …”
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An Emergency Response Framework Design and Performance Analysis for Ship Fire Incidents in Waterway Tunnels by Jian Deng, Shaoyong Liu, Xiaohan Zeng

“…However, their unique structural characteristics and specific shipping activities pose significant risks in the event of an accident. …”
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Research on Part Tolerances for RV-40E Reducer Based on Virtual Prototype Technology by Shousong Jin, Jianwen Shen, Boyu Wang, Fengyi Yu, Yaliang Wang

“…Next, it details the reducer’s structural composition and lists specific part tolerance values. …”
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DEVELOPING HOLISTIC CARE MODEL: THE PHYSICAL WELLBEING OF ELDERLY BASED ON SOCIAL SUPPORT AND CHARACTERISTIC by Pipit Festi Wiliyanarti, Asri Asri, Kusuma Wijaya Ridi Putra

“…The research instrument was physical wellbeing including elderly autonomy, cognitive, complaining about physical and disease as well. Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Square (SMART PLS) was used to analyze the data. …”
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Deep hydrocarbon charging and accumulation in complex fault blocks, the northern part of the eastern Liaohe depression, China by Che Shen, Youlu Jiang, Qiang Guo

“…As a representative region characterized by complex fault-block development, the northern part of the eastern Liaohe depression poses challenges in understanding the charging time and migration channels of deep hydrocarbons due to its intricate structural and reservoir conditions. For this purpose, this study utilizes diverse geological data from recent explorations, employing the petrological characteristics of inclusions, homogenization temperatures, and simulations of the thermal burial history to investigate the charging times of deep hydrocarbons. …”
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Customer Retention in the Philippine Food Sector: Health Measures, Market Access, and Strategic Adaptation After the COVID-19 Pandemic by Ma. Janice J. Gumasing

“…Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), data from 336 respondents in the National Capital Region, Philippines were analyzed to assess the relationships among these variables and their effects on restaurant selection and customer retention. …”
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Political factors and arrangements influencing primary health care financing and resource allocation: A scoping review protocol. by Henrique Sant'Anna Dias, Adelyne Maria Mendes Pereira, Elisabete de Fátima Polo de Almeida Nunes, Caroline Pagani Martins, Marcela Castilho, Fernanda de Freitas Mendonça, Luciana Dias de Lima

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Primary health care is a key element in the structuring and coordination of health systems, contributing to overall coverage and performance. …”
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Unresolved mystery of cyclic nucleotide second messengers, periplasmic acid phosphatases and bacterial natural competence by Kristina Kronborg, Yong Everett Zhang

“…., cyclic GMP, cyclic UMP, and cyclic CMP, each sharing structural similarities with cAMP. Notably, cGMP competitively inhibits AphAHi's acid phosphatase activity akin to cAMP. …”
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Thermodynamic modeling: Success in cement science – Untapped potential in corrosion research by Fabio Furcas, Barbara Lothenbach, Shishir Mundra, O. Burkan Isgor, Mette R. Geiker, Ueli M. Angst

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Physical violence against healthcare workers employed at a local health unit in the Lazio Region, Italy: A cross-sectional study by Angelo SACCO

“…Occupational stakeholders should address the underreporting phenomenon and carry out a combination of structural, organizational, and training measures.…”
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Autonomous learning and creative cognition: the mediating effect of gifted students’ self-efficacy by Şenol Orakcı

“…Based on “convenience sampling,” the study group consisted of 528 gifted secondary school students enrolled in three Science and Arts Centers in Ankara, Türkiye in the 2022–2023 academic year. A two-step Structural equation modelling (SEM) analysis was conducted for data analysis.Results and discussionThe findings revealed that AL positively and significantly predicted CC, SE was positively correlated with CC, and both dimensions of AL (Independence of Learning- IoL and Study habits- SH) had a significant direct and indirect influence on CC via SE, confirming that the dimensions of AL (IoL and SH) had distinct indirect influences on CC via SE. …”
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Youth Residential Situation in the Transition to Adulthood: The Case of Serbia (An Exploratory Approach) by Jelena Milić, Jingmin Zhou

“…This paper attempts to illustrate the possibilities and obstacles that prevent youth from achieving residential independence in Serbia. The data collected in this exploratory study conducted in 2014, on a sample of 312 respondents, is used to analyze some of the most important structural factors (job market, education, financial situation and access to the housing market) in order to assess both current situation and the possible prospects of the youth housing issue in the country. …”
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Analysis of deep learning-based technological innovation governance on the intelligent allocation of innovation resources in the high-technology industry by Xiaoxuan Yu, Zhen Chen, Xinyu Zhang

“…The study constructs a structural equation model encompassing multiple dimensions, including the DL application depth/breadth and the completeness of technological innovation governance systems. …”
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Resilience and adjustment trajectories amongst children in displacement-affected communities in Zarqa, Jordan by Sabrina Hermosilla, Janna Metzler, Kevin Savage, Alastair Ager

“…The significant influences of attending school and concern over lost livelihoods on observed trajectories indicate the importance of addressing structural factors, such as education and employment, in supporting processes of resilience in these populations. …”
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The concept of interethnic security of the region (on the example of Tatarstan) by Rezida R. Khusnutdinova, Il’dar M. Yusupov

“…Predictors of increasing interethnic tension in the region they make up a structural pentabasis. Exceeding the acceptable for an ethnic group norms of any of them causes alatent murmur of ethnophores. …”
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Emotional labor, job-related stress, and burnout in school leadership: insights from educational administrators by Başak Coşkun, Sevda Katıtaş, Barış Eriçok

“…Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and Bootstrap analysis were used to test the direct and indirect relationships among variables. …”
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Cognitive function changes and DTI-ALPS index in postmenopausal women by Ningning Liu, Yue Zhang, Weiqing Fu, Huijun Liu

“…These included MANOVA, non-linear correlation analysis, structural equation modeling, and machine learning algorithms.ResultsPostmenopausal women exhibited lower right and mean ALPS indices (P &lt; 0.05) and worse cognitive performance on reaction time tasks (P &lt; 0.05). …”
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Overview and grouping of evaluation criteria for the effectiveness of mobile applications by A. I. Miftahova, E. I. Yangirov, E. I. Karaseva, A. I. Yangirov, E. Yu. Nikulina

“…To evaluate the effectiveness of performance indicators, methods of comparative analysis of mobile application data are used.Result. The results of the analysis of scientific sources are presented, the main evaluation criteria for the effectiveness of mobile applications are identified, their structuring is carried out, and the relationships between them are highlighted.Conclusion. …”
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