Impact of Alkali-Activated Tannery Sludge-Derived Geopolymer Gel on Cement Properties: Workability, Hydration Process, and Compressive Strength by Shoukai Chen, Beiying Liu, Phu Minh Vuong Nguyen, Jinping Liu, Jialin Chen, Fei Zhou

“…These findings provide critical data support for realizing effective utilization of industrial solid wastes.…”
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Fostering quantity surveying student success through academic engagement: an interactive qualitative analysis by Gerrit Crafford, Liezel Frick

“…These items were grouped into seven themes by means of axial coding: physical environment, external realities, lecturer attributes, subject matter, teaching methods, personal factors, and student interaction.  Subsequently, a composite SID identified the physical environment and external realities themes as the primary drivers, while the lecturer attributes and subject matter themes were secondary drivers.  …”
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Predicting Strength Properties of High-Performance Concrete Modified with Natural Aggregates and Ferroslag under Varied Curing Conditions by Muthumani Soundararajan, Sridhar Jayaprakash, S. K. Maniarasan, Ravindran Gobinath

“…Regression models for response data were evaluated using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Pareto charts. …”
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Integration of artificial intelligence and advanced optimization techniques for continuous gas lift under restricted gas supply: A case study by Leila Zeinolabedini, Forough Ameli, Abdolhossein Hemmati-Sarapardeh

“…This study utilizes the integrated production modeling (IPM) software to simulate an oil field operation in Iran. To this end, 154 data points constructed by a central composite design (CCD) experiment were utilized to develop neural network models. …”
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Do recent immigrants have similar obstetrical care and perinatal complications as long-term residents? A retrospective exploratory cohort study in Brussels by Leila Paquier, Patricia Barlow, Marianne Paesmans, Serge Rozenberg

“…Although RIs’ newborns had a lower umbilical cord blood pH (<0.05), a lower 1 min of life Apgar score (p<0.01) and more frequently required respiratory assistance (p<0.05), no differences in the composite endpoint of neonatal complications were observed. …”
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Construction of a predictive model for concurrent infection in liver failure patients based on prognostic nutritional index and inflammatory cytokine analysis by Hong Yang, Bin Zhang, Chun Yu, Xiao Zhu

“…Abstract Objective This study aimed to explore the relationship between the Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI, a composite indicator of albumin and lymphocyte count reflecting nutritional and immune status) and inflammatory cytokines in predicting infections among liver failure patients, and to construct a predictive model based on these indicators. …”
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The role of CD47 in immune escape of colon cancer and its correlation with heterogeneity of tumor immune microenvironment by Qiu-Si Tian, ChunMei Zhang, Zhi-Jun Bao, ZhiGang Pei

“…Additionally, distinct cellular compositions and distributions were identified between primary and metastatic COAD, underscoring the heterogeneity of the TME. …”
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Healthcare Resource Utilization and Cost Comparisons of High-Protein Enteral Nutrition Formulas Used in Critically Ill Patients by Matthew C. Bozeman, Laura L. Schott, Amarsinh M. Desai, Mary K. Miranowski, Dorothy L. Baumer, Cynthia C. Lowen, Zhun Cao, Krysmaru Araujo Torres

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Compass Fundus-Guided Perimetry in Geographic Atrophy by Roberta Farci, Arturo Carta, Paolo Fogagnolo, Luca Mario Rossetti, Maurizio Fossarello

“…CMP perimetric grid was overlapped with AF and IR pictures by using GIMP, obtaining composite TIFF images, which were then analyzed with the ImageJ greyscale score (GSS) tool. …”
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Circular economy: A sustainable model for waste reduction and wealth creation in the textile supply chain by Anik Kumar Das, Md. Farhad Hossain, Borhan Uddin Khan, Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, M. A. Z. Asad, Mahmuda Akter

“…To address these issues, a circular economy (CE) model has emerged, emphasizing the principles of “reduce, reuse, and recycle” to extend product life cycles, transform waste into wealth such as recycled yarn, regenerated fibers, biofilms, biodegradable composites, biofuels and so on, and minimize environmental impact. …”
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Spatio-temporal Variation of Vegetation Cover and Its Driving Factors in Three-River Headwaters Region During 2001—2020 by Xie Qili, Yang Xin, Hao Lina

“…[Methods] Based on MODIS-NDVI, DEM, and meteorological data, the spatio-temporal evolution characteristics and future development trend of vegetation cover in the Three-River Headwaters region from 2001 to 2020 were comprehensively analyzed from multiple perspectives by using the maximum-value composite procedure (MVC), trend analysis, the Hurst index, and other methods. …”
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Paleozoic multi-stage magmatism in the Yuka terrane, North Qaidam orogenic belt: mantle modification, tectonic evolution, and geodynamic processes by Yibin Lin, Chengtao Yu, Shuyuan Chen, Sudong Shi, Sangjiancuo Luo, Junaid Khan

“…The current trace element compositions and previous studies on post-collisional mafic rocks suggest that the enriched material added to the subcontinental lithospheric mantle beneath the Qilian Block is primarily derived from fluids released by the subducting oceanic crust, with a smaller contribution from melts of overlying sediments. …”
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Evaluating and enhancing the service capacity of secondary public hospitals in urban China: a multi-method empirical analysis based on Guangzhou (2019–2023) by Baoling Wu, Baoling Wu, Wenbo Wu, Xi Wang, Weizhang Huang, Zhenni Luo, Jifeng Li

“…This study aims to systematically evaluate the evolution and spatial dynamics of service capacity among secondary general public hospitals in Guangzhou, offering empirical evidence to support capacity improvement and policy optimization.MethodsA composite evaluation framework was constructed across three dimensions: medical quality, operational efficiency, and sustainability. …”
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Material synthesis and design optimization of biomaterials for biomedical implant applications by Nilesh Tipan, Ajay Pandey, Pushyamitra Mishra

“…These substances can be classified into metals, ceramics, and polymers, which can be blended to create composites that enhance biocompatibility and biomechanical characteristics. …”
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Socioeconomic and racial-ethnic disparities in flame retardant exposure and executive function skills in preschool children by Alexis Merculief, Megan McClelland, Stephanie Foster, John Geldhof, Shannon Lipscomb, Kim Anderson, Molly L. Kile

“…Methods This cross-sectional study used data from 349 preschool children recruited in Oregon. …”
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Radiological indicators and a novel combined predictive model for anticipating difficult laryngoscopy in cervical spondylosis patients: a prospective cohort study by Jiao Li, Yang Tian, Mingya Wang, Jingchao Fang, Hua Zhang, Feng Yue, Mao Xu, Jun Wang, Min Li, Xiangyang Guo, Yongzheng Han

“…A novel combined predictive model equation was derived: Ɩ=−0.969 − 1.33×IIG + 0.408×ULBT + 0.201×NC − 0.042×LMAT. The AUC for this composite model was 0.776, exceeding the individual AUC of 0.677 for LMHT. …”
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Examining Sex Differences in Visual Reliance During Postural Control in Intercollegiate Athletes by Nicolette Ingel, Victoria Vice, Courtney Dommer, Jennifer Csonka, Tara Moore, Ariel Zaleski, Carolyn Killelea, Mallory Faherty, Jody Feld, Timothy Sell

“…Ground reaction force component data in all directions were quantified as a unitless composite score (COMP) where lower values indicated better postural stability. …”
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Evaluation of the marginal fit and fracture resistance of interim restorations fabricated using different techniques: an in vitro study by Mostafa Elashkar, Yehia Aboushady, Merna Ihab, Mohamed T. El Halawani

“…Materials and methods Sixty-four 3-unit interim FDPs were fabricated on epoxy resin models using different fabrication techniques: manual fabrication with poly methyl methacrylate (PMMA) (n = 16), manual fabrication with Bis-acrylic composite resin (n = 16), CAD/CAM milling (n = 16), and CAD/CAM 3D-printing with a digital light processing (DLP) printer (n = 16). …”
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Enhancing soil nutrients for yield and nutritional quality of carrot through the joint effect of a complementary technology package in the rainforest region of Nigeria by Abiodun Adejoke Adeleye, Olubunmi Samuel Shittu, Ebenezer Omotayo Adeleye, Olajide Julius Filusi

“…Each treatment was repeated three times. The gathered data were assessed using the Statistical Analysis System Institute Package. …”
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Effectiveness of Tralokinumab in Different Phenotypes of Atopic Dermatitis: A Real-World Study by Ersilia Tolino, Luca Ambrosio, Nicoletta Bernardini, Ilaria Proietti, Nevena Skroza, Concetta Potenza

“…Additionally, 88% reached at least one therapeutic target, and 81% met composite endpoints combining clinician-assessed and patient-reported outcomes. …”
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