Assessment of the variability of unidirectional prepregs at multiple scales by Silvia Gomarasca, S. M. A. Hossein, Ran Tao, Benedikt Boos, Christoph Queck, Daniel Peeters, Bilim Atli-veltin, Martin Gurka, Clemens Dransfeld

“…  Understanding the microstructural variability in unidirectional composite prepreg tapes is relevant to investigating mechanisms of tape microstructure formation, their impact on its processability and the mechanical performance of the final composite part. …”
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Variable Properties of Auditory Scene Analysis in Music by Adam Rosiński

“…Traditional analyses of musical compositions typically involve brief comparisons with auditory phenomena described in scientific studies, such as those by A.S. …”
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Vegetation Dynamics and Their Response to Climatic Variability in China by Bowen Zhang, Linli Cui, Jun Shi, Peipei Wei

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Variable Sound Insulation Structure with MFC Elements by Paweł GÓRSKI, Michał KOZUPA

“…One of the possible opportunities to extend the field of applications of active noise reduction systems is using active structures of variable sound insulation. The paper presents an analysis of ways of reducing noise with a structure of variable sound insulation consisting of a metal plate, active elements (Macro Fiber Composite), and a control system. …”
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Seasonal differences of Wyrtki Jet intraseasonal variabilities by Guojiao Cao, Tengfei Xu, Tengfei Xu, Zexun Wei, Zexun Wei

“…This paper examines the intraseasonal variabilities (ISVs) of the Wyrtki Jet in boreal spring and fall and their impacts on the oceanic ISVs along the southern coast of Sumatra-Java Island. …”
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Review of the Environmental Performance Index (EPI): Methods, Constraints and Recommendations by Uğur Arcagök

“…During the formation of composite index constructs, some constraints are encountered with respect to considerations such as the availability or accessibility of indicators, weights of such indicators, sub-indicators or variables to be used for reaching the indicators, data pertaining to such variables, and the determination of the most convenient method to be used for arranging the data set. …”
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Role of Age Hardening Heat Treatment on the Hardness Values of 93.95 Al-5 Zn-1.05 Sn/5 Al2o3- Sio2 Particulate Composite by Aondona P. Ihom

“…A model was developed for the relationship between age hardening time and hardness of the composite. It was tested, and the product moment of correlation and the coefficient of correlation values attested to the degree of correlation existing between the two variables.…”
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Design and statistical optimization of an effervescent floating drug delivery system of theophylline using response surface methodology by Srikanth Meka Venkata, Ee Li Chew, Sheshala Ravi

“…Hence, it was further optimized by central composite design. Further subjects of research were the effect of formulation variables on floating lag time and the percentage of drug released at the seventh hour (D7h). …”
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Static Buckling and Free Vibration Analysis of Bi-Dimensional FG Metal Ceramic Porous Beam by Yasin Shabani, Pejman Mehdianfar, Korosh Khorshidi

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Quantitative control of interfacial structure and thermal conductivity between diamond and copper via thermal diffusion of alloying element by Yizhe Cao, Bo Li, Lei Liu, Shaolong Li, Dongxu Hui, Shaodi Wang, Huiying Liu, Xin Li, Xin Zhang, Shengyin Zhou, Shufeng Li

“…Here, systematic experiments of diamond/Cu–Cr composites have been conducted to unravel the effects of two important variables for thermal diffusion, temperature (800–1025 °C) and holding time (5–60 min), on the growth of chromium carbide interfaces and the resulting thermal conductivity. …”
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Biodegradable polymeric ion–releasing fillersWhy Is This Important? by Hannah Reynolds, BS, Bryanna Bravo, BS, Germelle Fulford, MS, Ana Martinez, BS, Mark A. Latta, MS, DMD, Stephen M. Gross, BS, PhD

“…Methods: Polymeric ion–releasing fillers (PIRFs) that released calcium from a dental composite were prepared. These fillers were synthesized from a biodegradable polymer obtained from a renewable resource (alginate) and are capable of releasing calcium ions. …”
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The Extent and Patterns of Digitalization in Proactive Land Acquisition Strategy (PLAS) Farms in South Africa by Sukoluhle Mazwane, Moraka Nakedi Makhura, Athula Ginige

“…This study sought to develop an index for agricultural digitalization by applying composite confirmatory analysis (CCA). Another aim was to determine the factors that affect the development of digitalization in PLAS farms. …”
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Effect of storage medium of extracted human teeth on the result of in vitro studies – a scoping review by Muhammad Sadiq Billoo, Muhammad Ahsan Kaleem Khan Khan, Taimur Khalid, Syed Murtaza Raza Kazmi

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Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.): Paving the way towards nutraceuticals and value-added products for sustainable development and nutritional security by Sagar M. Chavan, Abhijit Khadatkar, Muzaffar Hasan, Dilshad Ahmad, Vishal Kumar, N.K. Jain

“….; and also has high compositions of most vital amino acids, particularly lysine. …”
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Long-term consequences of Bti applications on aquatic insect emergence: Insights from a 4-year mesocosm study by Agnes Schöndorfer, Sara Kolbenschlag, Peer Bauspiess, Jens Schirmel, Eric Bollinger, Alessandro Manfrin, Mirco Bundschuh

“…We found significant effects on insect emergence dynamics and community composition only during the first year. This effect disappeared over the three following years. …”
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The Physicochemical Parameters, Phenolic Content, and Antioxidant Activity of Honey from Stingless Bees and <i>Apis mellifera</i>: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Ana Karen Zaldivar-Ortega, Antonio de Jesús Cenobio-Galindo, Nuria Morfin, Gabriel Aguirre-Álvarez, Rafael G. Campos-Montiel, Nuria Esturau-Escofet, Angel Garduño-García, Juan Carlos Angeles-Hernandez

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Personal exposure to PM2.5 and its chemical components in individuals with COPD: associations with lifestyle and lung function by Jiyoung Hwang, Eri Saikawa, Alexander Avramov, Siran Chen, Sandeep Shelly, Khaled Altartoor, Tomorrow Bowen, Munish Luthra, Adviteeya N. Dixit, Adam M. Klein

“…This study aimed to assess personal PM2.5 exposure levels and analyze its chemical composition among COPD patients in Atlanta, Georgia, along with investigating the association between exposure levels, lifestyles, and lung functions. …”
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Beyond BMI: a comprehensive approach to pediatric obesity assessment by Norma Cipatli Ayuzo Del Valle, Norma Cipatli Ayuzo Del Valle, Perla Pérez-Treviño, Ana Carla Cepeda Lopez, Ana Carla Cepeda Lopez, Regina M. Murillo-Torres, Elena Cristina Castillo, Diego Gutierrez-Cantu, Oscar Tamez-Rivera, Oscar Tamez-Rivera, Mayela Paez Flores, Isabella Flores-Ayuzo, Luis Alberto Luévano-Martinez, Sergio Javier Fernandez Ortiz, Sergio Javier Fernandez Ortiz, Noemí García, Leonardo Mancillas-Adame

“…Non-normally distributed variables (fat mass, visceral fat, triglycerides, creatinine, and pCr) were analyzed using non-parametric tests, while parametric tests were applied for normally distributed data. …”
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Non-linear association of a novel inflammation-lipid composite marker CRP/HDL with insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes: findings from a comprehensive national cross-sectional st... by Kun Xue, Meijun Sun, Chao Zong, Shanshan Xing, Hang Xue

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Self-excited Pulsations and the Instability Strip of Long-period Variables: The Transition from Small-amplitude Red Giants to Semi-regular Variables by Michele Trabucchi, Giada Pastorelli

“…This is critical for model-based studies of the PL relations of evolved stars and to exploit their potential as distance and age indicators, in particular given the sensitivity of the onset of pulsation to the envelope composition. The grid of models is made publicly available with a companion interpolation routine.…”
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