Patterns of change, driving forces and future simulation of LULC in the Fuxian Lake Basin based on the IM-RF-Markov-PLUS framework by Zhiqiang Lin, Shuangyun Peng, Dongling Ma, Shuangfu Shi, Ziyi Zhu, Jiaying Zhu, Luping Gong, Bangmei Huang

“…The results of this paper may serve as a reliable foundation for implementing LULC strategies in the FLB and offer guidance for crafting sustainable development regulations at the regional level.…”
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Short-chain PFASs dominance and their environmental transport dynamics in urban water systems: Insights from multimedia transport analysis and human exposure risk by Kunfeng Zhang, Abdul Qadeer, Sheng Chang, Xiang Tu, Hongru Shang, Moonis Ali Khan, Yingying Zhu, Qing Fu, Yanling Yu, Yujie Feng

“…These findings underscore the urgent need for enhanced regulations, the development of sustainable alternatives, and the implementation of advanced treatment technologies to mitigate the environmental and public health risks associated with short-chain PFASs.…”
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Prostate cancer incidence and mortality linked to metalworking fluid exposure: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Zahra Moradpour, Amin Barik, Goljamal Jorjani, Mohammad Reza Taherian, Sepideh Tousizadeh, Sepideh Tousizadeh, Aram Halimi, Aram Halimi, Yaser Soleimani, Mobina Karimian, Tina Khavari, Fateme Azizi Kalankari, Fatemeh Asadipour, Mojtaba Azari, Niloofar Yousefzadeh Shakouri, Saeideh Karamian, Nasser Bahari, Alireza Mosavi Jarrahi

“…Meta-analysis revealed an overall RR of 1.06 (95% CI: 1.01-1.11) for prostate cancer incidence and an overall SMR of 1.20 (95% CI: 1.09-1.31) for prostate cancer mortality, indicating a statistically significant increased risk and mortality among MWF-exposed workers.ConclusionsThese findings carry significant implications for workplace safety regulations. Given the observed association between MWF exposure and prostate cancer risk, it is imperative to minimize occupational exposure through the implementation of effective engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and substitution of less hazardous fluids. …”
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Tumor-intrinsic TTLL12 drives resistance to cancer immunotherapy via modulating myeloid-derived suppressor cells by Chong Chen, Xin-xin Huang, Ping Lan, Dong-Wen Chen, Yi-Kan Cheng, Pei-Si Li, Xiao-Jian Wu, Jia-Hui Long, Zhizhong Xiong, Shu-Biao Ye

“…The gain-of-function or loss-of-function approaches were then implemented in vitro and in vivo, followed by flow cytometry to quantify immune cell population frequency. …”
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Implications of No Tail Docking on Performance, Health, and Behavior of Pigs Raised Under Commercial Conditions in Brazil by Juliana Cristina Rego Ribas, Joseph Kaled Grajales-Cedeño, Isadora Gianeis, Vivian S. Sobral, Mateus José Rodrigues Paranhos da Costa

“…Productivity performance was not affected (<i>p</i> > 0.05), and new cases of tail biting ceased after the contingency plan was implemented. The number of animals that died or were removed did not differ between the treatments (<i>p</i> > 0.05). …”
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Adolescent Youth Survey on HIV Prevention and Sexual Health Education in Alabama: Protocol for a Web-Based Survey With Fraud Protection Study by Henna Budhwani, Ibrahim Yigit, Josh Bruce, Christyenne Lily Bond, Andrea Johnson

“…A 7-step fraud and bot detection protocol was implemented and applied to web-based recruitment to reduce the likelihood of collecting false information. …”
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One size doesn’t fit all: regional dynamics in pediatric emergency visits during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic by Michelle Seiler, Gregory Biland, Oliver Gruebner, Oliver Gruebner, Sergio Manzano, Gianluca Gualco, Marc Sidler, Ursula Laasner, Julia Dratva, Julia Dratva, Michael von Rhein

“…Background and aimsThe Swiss government implemented lockdown measures during the COVID-19 pandemic to contain outbreaks and prevent healthcare system overload. …”
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Business response to environental challenges: three cases of Russian industrial companies by Oleg Vikhanskiy, Natalia Churkina, Sergey Zaverskiy

“…However, changes in national government regulations, shifts in public opinion and international environmental initiatives force some companies to change their attitude to environment protection. …”
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Ageing well in the urban environment: meeting the health and social needs of older Adults - study protocol for a prospective, longitudinal mixed-methods study by Marie Bolster, Abhijit Visaria, David Matchar, Denis Gerstorf, Tillman Schmitz, Benjamin Labohm, Raphael Kohl, Dagmar Haase, Paul Gellert, Angelique Chan, Wolfram J. Herrmann

“…Minor adaptations of the instruments and methods were implemented to best suit local context, administrative regulations, and feasibility at the study site. …”
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Selection and appointment of presidents of medical universities in Iran: Bridging reality and ideal through global and local evidence. by Leila Doshmangir, Mohammadhossein Somi, Sajad Lak, Neda Kabiri, Hossein Ebrahimipour, Omid Barati, Mohammadreza Amiresmaili, Mohammad Bazyar

“…Documents related to the selection and appointment of medical university presidents, including rules, regulations, and circulars, were collected through a census approach using both manual and electronic methods. …”
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Safety Audit Considerations for a Healthy Workplace that Puts «People Before Profit» and OSHA Compliance by Bahaudin G. Mujtaba, Belal A. Kaifi

“…Furthermore, these professionals must know the OSHA regulations and state laws which are applicable to their firms and industries so that the organization can be in full compliance with the requirements. …”
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Sistem Pakar Penentuan Penggunaan Bahan Tambahan Pangan untuk Produk Pangan by Melva Linda Aritonang, Kudang Boro Seminar, Nugraha Edhi Suyatma, Irman Hermadi

“…The last result of this research is the implementation of the system in the form of a website by providing a solution in the form of food additives and a maximum limit value in its use.  …”
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Improvement of Technologies for Isolation and Purification of Biologically Active Substances from Plant Raw Materials by G. N. Turmanidze, V. V. Sorokin, K. S. Stepanov, M. A. Ignatenko

“…During the modernization of equipment for the implementation of new technologies, it is possible to improve its configuration, which makes it possible to significantly increase the yield of active substances at minimal cost. …”
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Virtual Primary Care for People With Opioid Use Disorder: Scoping Review of Current Strategies, Benefits, and Challenges by Shawna Narayan, Ellie Gooderham, Sarah Spencer, Rita K McCracken, Lindsay Hedden

“…Through content analysis, we identified that policies and regulations could either facilitate (11/28, 39%) or impede (7/28, 25%) the provision of care virtually. …”
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Rational and Irrational Investor Sentiments and Stock Market Returns: Evidence from the Tehran Stock Exchange by Mohammad Nadiri, Hamid Reza Panahian

“…In the event of extreme price fluctuations or market deviations (even in the short term), these institutions should issue the necessary and timely warnings and support the effectiveness of the market by approving and implementing control mechanisms such as short selling.…”
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Electronic Sensor-Based Automated Irrigation System for Rice Cultivated Under Alternate Wetting and Drying Technique by Mukesh Kumar, Ramesh Kumar Sahni, Abhishek M. Waghaye, Manoj Kumar, Ravindra D. Randhe

“…This developed system helps address water scarcity by regulating water levels, preventing excess ponding. …”
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Pengelompokan Usia Warga Binaan dan Kepatuhan Hak Asasi Manusia dalam Sistem Pemasyarakatan by Gusron Gusron, Syafri Hariansah

“…Therefore, it recommends strengthening implementing regulations, enhancing institutional capacity, reforming legal culture, and applying a transparent, human rights-based PPP model as a strategic solution.   …”
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Feasibility and Cost-Benefit Analysis of Methanol as a Sustainable Alternative Fuel for Ships by Pei-Chi Wu, Cherng-Yuan Lin

“…Therefore, this study adopts a cost-benefit analysis method to evaluate the feasibility and implementation benefits of two promising strategies: methanol dual fuel and very low-sulfur fuel oil (VLSFO). …”
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Legal regime of property registration: civil-legal aspect by Serdyuk R.

“…The results of the research can be used in law-making activities to improve the current legislation in the field of registration of rights to real estate and in law enforcement when resolving disputes and implementing rights protection in the field of registration of rights to real estate.…”
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The Impact of Smoke Curtains on the Operation of ESFR Sprinklers in Terms of NFPA 204 and NFPA 13 Standards by Kamila Sikorska-Podyma, Aleksandra Byczyk, Jacek Podyma, Paulina Stanek, Przemysław Kubica

“…The use of smoke curtains in storage buildings equipped with ESFR sprinklers should only be implemented in strictly defined cases. In the current legal system, a designer with the authorization to perform an independent technical function in construction and a fire protection expert are fully responsible for the execution of the project in accordance with the regulations, principles of technical knowledge and fire protection requirements. …”
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