Optimization of biodiesel production from refined cotton seed oil and its characterization by Dominic Okechukwu Onukwuli, Lovet Nwanneka Emembolu, Callistus Nonso Ude, Sandra Ogechukwu Aliozo, Mathew Chukwudi Menkiti

“…The significance of the different process parameters and their combined effects on the transesterification efficiency were established through a full factorial central composite design. The results obtained are in good agreement with published data for other vegetable oil biodiesel as well as various international standards for biodiesel fuel. …”
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Experimental Investigation of Laser Parameters Dependence of Surface Graphitization in Nanosecond Laser Ablation of  Nanocrystalline Diamond by Huixin Yuan, Chunyu Zhang, Chengwei Song, Zhibing He, Guo Li, Leyao Li

“…Nanocrystalline diamond (NCD) is regarded as a highly promising composite engineering material owing to its superior mechanical properties. …”
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Stability evaluation of shallow blocks in high and steep slope combining TLS and UAV photogrammetry by Jun-lin Chen, Hai-bo Li, Nan Jiang, Qin Chen, Yu-chuan Yang, Jia-wen Zhou

“…This study delineates a framework for evaluating the stability of shallow blocks within an intricate alpine topography, including data acquisition, automatic discontinuity extraction and stability assessment of shallow blocks. …”
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Unraveling ionic transport in polymer-ceramic electrolytes: Insights into superionic interphases by F. Gerbig, N. Röttgen, M. Holzapfel, G. Dück, M. Finsterbusch, H. Nirschl

“…This study investigates the transport phenomena in composite solid electrolytes (CSEs) based on polyethylene oxide (PEO) and ceramic fillers for sodium-ion batteries. …”
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A Study on the Effects of Distinct Visual Elements and Their Combinations in Window Views on Stress and Emotional States by Ping Zhang, Tao Yang, Yunque Bo, Wenqi Song, Wenyu Liu, Wei Ni, Wenjie Gao, Xiaoyan Qi

“…However, the specific visual elements within these views that contribute to stress reduction and the differential restorative benefits across varying compositions remain insufficiently understood. This study focuses on four major visual elements commonly seen through windows: sky, buildings, greenery, and roads. …”
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Angiotensin receptor‐neprilysin inhibitor adherence and outcomes in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction by Dong‐Hyuk Cho, Jimi Choi, Jong‐Chan Youn, Mi‐Na Kim, Chan Joo Lee, Jung‐Woo Son, Byung‐Su Yoo

“…The primary outcome was a composite of all‐cause mortality or any hospitalization within one year. …”
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The Capability of Amphibole in Tracing the Physicochemical Processes of Magma Mixing by Mingjian Li, Yunchuan Zeng, Massimo Tiepolo, Jifeng Xu, Enrico Cannaò, Francesca Forni, Feng Huang

“…However, the amphiboles within the gabbros and granodiorites have different Sr and B isotope compositions, while amphiboles with both heterogeneous isotopic imprints occur in the MMEs. …”
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Development and Evaluation of the Dermatomyositis Outcomes for Muscle and Skin as an Outcome Measure in Dermatomyositis Clinical Trials by Rachita Pandya, Joshua Dan, Julianne Kleitsch, Darosa Lim, Barbara White, Victoria P. Werth

“…However, skin is a defining feature of DM. In this study, data were analyzed from the phase 3 trial of lenabasum in DM. …”
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Study of the Process of Calcium Sulfide-Based Luminophore Formation from Phosphogypsum by Marina A. Egorova, Daniil I. Monastyrskiy, Oleg A. Medennikov, Nina P. Shabelskaya, Zlatislava D. Khliyan, Vera A. Ulyanova, Sergey I. Sulima, Elena V. Sulima

“…The present study examines the process of converting calcium sulfate, in the form of a reagent, and phosphogypsum into a composite material of calcium sulfate/sulfide. An environmentally friendly material, sucrose, is used as a reducing agent. …”
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Improved mapping of highland bamboo forests using Sentinel-2 time series and machine learning in Google Earth Engine by Dagnew Yebeyen, Binyam Tesfaw Hailu, Worku Zewdie, Temesgen Abera, Gudeta W. Sileshi, Melaku Getachew, Sileshi Nemomissa

“…First, spectral bands, vegetation indices and textural features including contrast, entropy and inverse difference moment were derived from the Sentinel-2 elevation data. Second, observations were categorized as the dry season (December–February), short rainy season (March-May), main (long) rainy season (June-August), wet season (September–November) and annual composite. …”
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PREVENTION OF POST-RESTORATION PAIN BY PROCESSING CARIOUS CAVITIES WITH WETTING AGENT by O.V. Lubchenko

“…Optimal materials for restorations are photopolymer composites of different groups. It is connected both with functional properties of materials, their usability, possibility of full recovery of the anatomical shape of a tooth, and with the grown of aesthetic requirements of the patients. …”
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Investigation of the mechanical properties of 3D printed hollow parts with finite element analysis by Yasith S. Perera, Oliver Exley, S.A. Vimukthi Dananjaya, Nethmi Hansika, Chamil Abeykoon

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Association of depressive and anxiety symptoms with adverse events in chronic kidney disease patients without dialysis:a prospective observational study by LING He, WANG Xiao-qin, HAN Si-ping, ZHAN Li-rui, CHEN Li, ZHANG Na

“…If the patients had composite events or lost to follow-up,follow-up was terminated. …”
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Early Aortic Valve Replacement of Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis: A Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials by Qingchun Song, Ruilin Liu, Kai Yang, Xiaokang Tu, Haoyu Tan, Chengming Fan, Xiaoxiao Li

“…The primary efficacy outcome was a composite of all‐cause mortality, hospitalization for cardiovascular causes, stroke, and myocardial infarction. …”
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[18F]PSMA-1007 PET for biochemical recurrence of prostate cancer, a comparison with [18F]Fluciclovine by Cato C. Loeff, Willemijn van Gemert, Bastiaan M. Privé, Inge M. van Oort, Rick Hermsen, Diederik M. Somford, James Nagarajah, Linda Heijmen, Marcel J. R. Janssen

“…For lesion confirmation a composite reference score was established using follow-up data. …”
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Application of machine learning and neural network models based on experimental evaluation of dissimilar resistance spot-welded joints between grade 2 titanium alloy and AISI 304 s... by Marwan T. Mezher, Alejandro Pereira, Rusul Ahmed Shakir, Tomasz Trzepieciński

“…The use of a composite welded joint consisting of titanium and austenitic stainless steel metals is evidently a favourable selection for industrial applications employing the resistance spot welding (RSW) operation. …”
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Sex Differences in Clinical Features and Outcomes in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome Treated with Bifurcation Stenting Using the Double‐Kissing Culotte and Culotte... by Włodarczak P, Barycki M, Włodarczak S, Furtan Ł, Giniewicz A, Chudaś A, Banasiak W, Doroszko A, Lesiak M, Włodarczak A, Rola P

“…Several data suggest the double kiss (DK) Culotte may provide advantages in bifurcation PCI. …”
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The Influence of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress on Ageism Among Undergraduates: Mediating Roles of Life Satisfaction, Gratitude, and Prosociality by Chen S, Wan Z

“…Finally, the study explores how DAS influences ageism both directly and indirectly through life satisfaction, gratitude, and prosociality.Design and Settings: A cross-sectional study conducted at 11 higher education institutions in Jiangxi, China.Participants: A total of 1,213 undergraduates participated in the study between July and August 2024. Following data cleaning, 1174 responses were included for analysis.Methods: Data were collected using online questionnaires. …”
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Optimization of medium components for the production of exopolysaccharide by Lycoperdon pyriforme Schaeff.: Pers. using response surface methodology by MA Xiaokui, JIANG Hua, LI Junzhi, CHEN Yong, HE Xiaojing

“…The optimal medium compositions were acquired as follows: maltose 6.11%, glutamic acid 0.70%, V_B1 2.8×10^-4%, yeast extract 0.50%, KH₂PO₄ 0.15%, MgSO₄·7H₂O 0.10%, initial pH 5.5. …”
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Analytical Modeling of a Heat Source under Welding of a Steel Sleeve by the Centrifugal Method Using an Axisymmetric Electric Arc by S. P. Glushko

“…The technology of centrifugal bimetallization using an independent axisymmetric electric arc is becoming increasingly important due to the high need to improve the quality of bimetallic compositions used in the manufacture of plain bearings, cylinder barrels for hydraulic units, and friction pair elements in internal combustion engines. …”
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