Impact of recycled aggregate on bond behavior between concrete and steel bars: a systematic review by Nada Sahmi, Eyad Sayhood, Nisreen Mohammed

“…The use of recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) in structural applications has considerably increased in order to minimize the environmental effects of concrete buildings. …”
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Cytological taxonomy of chronic pain in rheumatoid arthritis: A brief descriptive review by A. Е. Karateev, E. Yu. Polishchuk

“…The last pathotype can determine chronic pain in seronegative RA and at late stages of the disease, in which marked structural changes are noted. Currently, there is no clear view on drug approaches for the different pathotypes of synovitis in RA. …”
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Factors shaping local residents’ participation in sustainable tourism: a case study in Vietnam by Vu Thi Hong Phuong, Bui Thi Quynh Trang, Nguyen Le Dinh Quy, Do Hong Quyen

“…Based on these foundations, a conceptual model was developed and tested through a survey of 574 residents in Northern Vietnam—specifically in Lao Cai, Ninh Binh, and Quang Ninh, regions known for community-based tourism. Data were analyzed using SmartPLS to assess the reliability and validity of the structural equation model. …”
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On the Issue of Developing PROM as Part of the Value-based Healthcare by Yu. V. Budarina

“…Additionally, general scientific methods of cognition were used: comparison, generalization, system-structural and analytical methods. Results. This article considers the main types of patient-reported outcomes — PROs — and types of indicators for their measurement — PROMs. …”
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A Comparative Study of Machine Learning and Conventional Techniques in Predicting Compressive Strength of Concrete with Eggshell and Glass Powder Additives by Yan Gao, Ruihan Ma

“…In order to ensure concrete’s durability and structural integrity, a compressive strength evaluation is essential. …”
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Improved dielectric performance of graphene oxide reinforced plasticized starch. by Eashika Mahmud, Shafiqul I Mollik, Muhammad Rakibul Islam

“…The surface morphology, and chemical and structural properties of the PS/GO nanocomposites were investigated by field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), Fourier-transform infrared spectrometry (FTIR), and X-ray diffractometer (XRD). …”
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The Effect of Coaching Style on Performance of Athletes Through Anxiety as Mediating Variable in Adolescent Swimmers by Rosa Sridana, Tomoliyus Tomoliyus, Endang Rini Sukamti, Trisnar Adi Prabowo, Raja Bintang Abrori

“…This type of research was descriptive correlation using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) approach with Smart-PLS. …”
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INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATION (IMC) PRACTICE IN TOURISM: LESSONS LEARNED FROM BUKITTINGGI, INDONESIA by Novia Amirah Azmi, Gusmira Wita, Desy Mardhiah

“…A total of 100 questionnaires were distributed, of which 86% met the specified criteria. The data were then analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Squares (PLS). …”
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Lung adenocarcinoma originates from retrovirus infection of proliferating type 2 pneumocytes during pulmonary post-natal development or tissue repair. by Claudio Murgia, Marco Caporale, Ousman Ceesay, Gabriella Di Francesco, Nicola Ferri, Vincenzo Varasano, Marcelo de las Heras, Massimo Palmarini

“…JSRV is the only virus causing a naturally occurring lung cancer (ovine pulmonary adenocarcinoma, OPA) and possessing a major structural protein that functions as a dominant oncoprotein. …”
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Capability level and development priority of learning environment and diversity of learners’ domain by Saturnino Dalagan Jr., Maria Kristina Atugan

“…Qualitative findings revealed that teachers managed classroom structuring properly; similarly, they ensure a well-ventilated classroom, arranged seats, and organized resources and instructional materials. …”
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Do Employees Perform Creatively if Provided with Better Facilities from Organizations? Evidence from Pakistan by Fahad Javed Baig, Fasiha Nargis, Muhammad Umair Ashraf, Muhammad Rashid

“…The effects are analyzed with SPSS (21) and AMOS with Structural Equation modeling. Data is gathered from frontline employees of 06 cities of the Bahawalpur Division in Pakistan. …”
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Backfire Effect Reveals Early Controversy in Online Media by Songtao Peng, Tao Jin, Kailun Zhu, Qi Xuan, Yong Min

“…We develop these features based on the theory of the backfire effect in ideological conflict and demonstrate their consistent effectiveness across models and platforms. Compared with structural, interaction, and text-based features, AG and TAG show higher importance scores and better generalizability. …”
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Handwritten W-Net for High-Frequency Guided Single-Image Super-Resolution by Xiang Yang, Chen Fang, Xiaolan Xie, Minggang Dong

“…This approach facilitates the blending of weight parameters between similar but different models, significantly improving the peak signal-to-noise ratio and structural similarity index measure metrics without sacrificing the learned perceptual image patch similarity. …”
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Response Characteristics of Anchored Surrounding Rock in Roadways Under the Influence of Vibrational Waves by Hongsheng Wang, Siyuan Wei, Guang’an Zhu, Yuxin Yuan, Weibin Guo

“…The vibration waves generated by pressure fluctuations can substantially impair and jeopardize the structural integrity of roadway anchorage within adjacent rock formations, thereby presenting a significant risk to the safety and operational efficiency of mining activities. …”
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The importance of single-nucleotide gene polymorphisms in the formation of liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with chronic hepatitis C by I. V. Mannanova, Zh. B. Ponezheva, V. V. Makashova

“…During the work on the article, an analysis of the literature was carried out, generalization and structuring of the data obtained, including the formation of tables, discussion of the research topic with the formulation of conclusions and outlining the prospects for further study of this topic.Conclusion. …”
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Volunteering, Social Trust and Life Satisfaction of the Young-Old in China: Based on Urban-Rural Differences by Xuanyu Hu, Lili Xie

“…To answer the above questions, this study was conducted from the perspective of urban-rural differences, based on Activity Theory and Social Capital Theory, and adopted quantitative research methods, including multiple linear regression and structural equation models. Secondary data, which comes from the Chinese Social Survey in 2021, was used in this study, and we chose the Chinese older adults aged 55–70 years old as the object of study. …”
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Exploring the interplay of L2 motivational self system, communication anxiety, growth language mindset, and L2WTC: a study among Chinese middle school students by Cunying Fan, Juan Wang

“…Hence, this study aimed to explore the relationships between ideal L2 self, ought-to L2 self, communication anxiety, growth language mindset, and L2WTC. Data were collected from 847 students across four Chinese middle schools and analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). …”
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Decoding Organic Food Buying Intention: The Interplay of Health Consciousness and Perceived Value Among Urban Consumers in Malang by Simon Azriel Napitupulu, Budi Setiawan, Neza Rayesa, Novi Haryati, Ach. Ainur Rohman

“…Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), the findings reveal that while health consciousness does not directly influence purchase intention, it significantly enhances perceptions of functional, emotional, and economic value. …”
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The Influence of Teleworking on Performance and Employees’ Counterproductive Behaviour. by Marcela-Sefora Nemțeanu, Dan-Cristian Dabija, Liana Stanca

“…The theoretical model and relation between the constructs were tested with the aid of structural equation modelling in SmartPLS. The interaction reduction in the context of teleworking significantly, positively, and strongly influences professional isolation, and to a lesser extent, but significantly nonetheless, counterproductive work behaviour and employee self-regulatory capacity. …”
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Digital Storytelling and Brand Trust Drive Generation Z in Skincare Purchase Decisions by Maulana Aditya Alfian Noor, Rizky Aditya Wirayudha, Siska Ernawati Fatimah

“…The sample calculation uses the Slovin formula, with the calculation results obtained from 400 respondents. The data analysis method employed is Structural Equation Modeling using Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). …”
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