Innovative approach to Pb (II) removal using zinc-based MOFs-derived carbon: In-depth analysis of adsorption mechanisms, isotherms, thermodynamics, and kinetics by Samira Ahmadzadeh, Alireza Hemmati

“…The results indicated significant changes in crystallinity and an increase in the specific surface area after pyrolysis. A central composite design (CCD) was employed to study the effects of various factors such as adsorbent dosage (5–25 mg), lead concentration (20–100 mg/L), contact time (10–50 min), and pH (3–7) on the adsorption process. …”
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Paleogeography of the Southern Tarim Terrane Revealed by Neoproterozoic Mafic Dyke Swarm in Altyn by Xian‐Tao Ye, Wen‐Jun Hu, Chuan‐Lin Zhang, Wei Gan, Rui‐Chen Gao, Ming‐Can Yang

“…The mafic dykes were emplaced at 933–914 Ma, and exhibit trace element and isotope compositions similar to those of enriched mid‐ocean ridge basalts (E‐MORBs). …”
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Pricing strategies of Online Stores and its influence on Consumers’ buying decision. by Dr. Waqar Ahmad

“…There was strong evidence of convergent and discriminant validity in the questionnaire's components, as well as good internal consistency and reliability of scale items, according to factor loading, Cronbach's alpha, composite reliability, average variance extracted, and correlations. …”
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Investigating the impact of intellectual capital on organizational performance and knowledge management operations (case study: Hamedan county governor. by Mehdi Ajalli, Mohammadreza Alizadeghan

“…Also, the reliability of the questionnaires is confirmed using Cronbach's alpha coefficient and composite reliability. The path analysis method was used to analyze the research data using SPSS 26 and SmartPLS 4 software.Findings: The final results of the hypotheses test showed that intellectual capital does not significantly affect the organizational performance of Hamedan governorate employees; Intellectual capital has a significant effect on knowledge management operations of Hamedan governorate employees. …”
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Identification of potential areas for reforestation applying the analytic hierarchy process (AHP), case study from the valley of Aguascalientes, Mexico by Isai Gerardo Reyes-Cedeño, Pia Berger, Claudia N. Sánchez, Abel Coronado, Faezeh Mahichi, Hugo Luna-Villavicencio

“…GIS tools were employed to integrate these variables into a composite suitability map through raster-based analysis. …”
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TEMPERATURE DISTRIBUTION IN MULTILAYER METAL-CERAMIC COATINGS UNDER NONSTATIONARY THERMAL EFFECTS by V. M. Samoilenko, Y. V. Petrov, O. A. Ratenko

“…At temperatures of 1150–1200 °C and higher in heat-resistant Nickel alloys there starts a coagulation process of the main reinforcing coherent particle phase on the basis of the intermetallic compound, long plates with wavy shapes are formed instead of the cuboids, a formation of topologically close-packed phases which are needle-like compositions happens. These processes lead to a significant deterioration of the strength characteristics of heat-resistant alloys. …”
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From the INVICTUS Trial to Current Considerations: It’s Not Time to Retire Vitamin K Inhibitors Yet! by Akshyaya Pradhan, Somya Mahalawat, Marco Alfonso Perrone

“…In this study, rivaroxaban failed to prove superiority over VKA in preventing the composite primary efficacy endpoints of stroke, systemic embolism, myocardial infarction, and death. …”
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Equilibrium, kinetic, and selectivity studies for high-capacity and -selectivity uranium adsorption on polyacrylic acid copolymer hydrogel by Fatemeh Maleki, Zahra Rafiei-Sarmazdeh, Rezvan Torkaman, Mehdi Asadollahzadeh

“…We employed RSM utilizing a five-level, three-variable central composite design (CCD) to optimize the uranium adsorption conditions of p(AA-co-Am) hydrogel. …”
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INFLUENCE POTASSIUM HUMATE ON ROSEMARY PLANTS GROWN IN SANDY SOIL UNDER IRRIGATION WITH SALINE WATER by Mahmoud Abdou, Amir Abdel-Rahim, Abd Allah Gahory

“…All of the aforementioned characteristics of vegetation development, essential oil output and some chemical compositions were significantly improved by potassium humate treatments, with the exception of Na% and proline content (µg/g) over both seasons. …”
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CTI as a biomarker for diarrhea in U.S. adults: insights from NHANES 2005–2010 by Yucheng Yang, Wanju Jiang, Peng Liao, Tao Du

“…Abstract Background The C-Reactive protein-triglyceride-glucose index (CTI), a novel composite biomarker integrating inflammation and insulin resistance, has shown promise in predicting metabolic and inflammatory outcomes. …”
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Countries' progress towards Global Health Security (GHS) increased health systems resilience during the Coronavirus Disease-19 (COVID-19) pandemic: A difference-in-difference study... by Tyler Y Headley, Sooyoung Kim, Yesim Tozan

“…Research on health systems resilience during the Coronavirus Disease-2019 pandemic frequently used the Global Health Security Index (GHSI), a composite index scoring countries' health security and related capabilities. …”
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Anthropometric indices and their relationship with poor prognosis in patients with coronary artery disease and obesity by A. V. Svarovskaya, O. A. Trubacheva, S. V. Pereverzev, A. A. Garganeeva

“…During the follow-up period, adverse cardiovascular events in the 1st group of patients were found in 37 (34,5%) patients, while in the 2nd group, the composite endpoint was revealed in 12,3% of patients. …”
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Comparison of the Surface Properties and Color Stability of Various Aesthetic Restorative Materials Treated with In-Office Tooth Bleaching by Ji-Won Choi, Song-Yi Yang

“…Methods: The experimental groups consisted of various commercially available aesthetic restorative materials, including light-cured composite resin (CR), light-cured bulk-fill resin (BF), compomer (CP), resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGI), and glass ionomer cement (GI). …”

A review on fabrication of nanocellulose and carbon nanomaterials hybrid film for solar energy device applications via 3D printing: opportunities, limitations, and prospects by Erwin C. Sumarago, Bernice Mae Yu Jeco-Espaldon, Francis Dave C. Siacor, Noel Peter B. Tan

“…This review paper critically discusses the development of hybrid nanomaterial films, a composite of nanocellulose and carbon nanomaterials, and their collective properties for applications in solar cells. …”
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The Relationship Between Phenological Characteristics and Life Forms Within Temperate Semi-Natural Grassland Ecosystems in the Central Himalaya Region of India by Archana Fartyal, Ravi Kant Chaturvedi, Surendra Singh Bargali, Kiran Bargali

“…This study provides valuable foundational data for ecological and environmental research, aiding in the comparison and distinction of plant compositions across the Himalayas and its ecosystems.…”
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Association between the number of injuries sustained and 12-month disability outcomes: evidence from the injury-VIBES study. by Belinda J Gabbe, Pam M Simpson, Ronan A Lyons, Shanthi Ameratunga, James E Harrison, Sarah Derrett, Suzanne Polinder, Gabrielle Davie, Frederick P Rivara

“…<h4>Objective</h4>To determine associations between the number of injuries sustained and three measures of disability 12-months post-injury for hospitalised patients.<h4>Methods</h4>Data from 27,840 adult (18+ years) participants, hospitalised for injury, were extracted for analysis from the Validating and Improving injury Burden Estimates (Injury-VIBES) Study. …”
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Relationship between quality of life and restless legs syndrome among a community-dwelling population in Japan by Kubo K, Sugawara N, Kaneda A, Takahashi I, Nakamura K, Nakaji S, Yasui-Furukori N

“…The assessments included an interview to obtain sociodemographic data, the second version of the Short Form Health Survey, the Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression scale, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. …”
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Chronic diseases among University students: Prevalence, patterns and impact on health-related quality of life by Gazibara Tatjana, Pekmezović Tatjana, Popović Aleksandra, Paunić Mila, Kisić-Tepavčević Darija

“…All SF-36 domains, both composite and total scores were lower compared to healthy students (p < 0.001). …”
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Defining priorities for emergency medical services education research: A modified Delphi study by Scott Lancaster, William J. Leggio, Stephanie Ashford, Elliot Carhart, Kim D. McKenna, Remle P. Crowe

“…At the end of Round 4, composite scores were used to generate a list of 10 prioritized research gaps related to EMS education. …”
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Dasatinib-Loaded Topical Nano-Emulgel for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Formulation Design and Optimization by QbD, In Vitro, Ex Vivo, and In Vivo Evaluation by Mahipal Reddy Donthi, Ranendra Narayan Saha, Gautam Singhvi, Sunil Kumar Dubey

“…The quality by design (QbD) approach was employed to optimize DTB-loaded nano-emulgel using a central composite design (CCD). Emulgel was prepared using the hot emulsification method, and then the particle size (PS) was reduced using the homogenization technique. …”
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