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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Urban land use optimization prediction considering carbon neutral development goals: a case study of Taihu Bay Core area in China by Mingfang Tang, Yuejing Rong, Lifu Zheng, Yue Luo, Kai Li, Xin Fan

“…Previous studies have indicated that optimizing land use structure and quality is essential for regional carbon storage management. …”
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Synthesis and characterization of CuFe2O4/NiMgAl-LDH composite for the efficient removal of oxytetracycline antibiotic by Jamiu O. Eniola, Rajeev Kumar, Olfat A. Mohamed, A.A. Al-Rashdi, M.A. Barakat

“…Material characterization by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transforms infrared spectrum (FTIR) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) confirms that the resultant material composes of a hexagonal layered doubled hydroxide structure with surficial deposits on CuFe2O4 cubes. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of ICU nurses for enteral nutrition-related diarrhea management: a cross-sectional study by Weiwei Ni, Shichao Zhu, Huihuang Zou, Xinwei Jiao, Yulei Ma

“…Methods From June 2022 to March 2023, 371 ICU nurses from 11 Chinese ICUs completed a validated questionnaire. We analyzed data using descriptive statistics, regression, and structural equation modeling. …”
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Current state and prospects for digitalization of the Russian coal industry by Yu. P. Panov, A. A. Grabsky, A. A. Rozhkov

“…The research materials included the data of coal companies, JSC “Rosinformugol”, Internet sources, and open publications.Results. …”
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Analysis of monitoring and treatment effect of anti-sliping piles for the landslide at Jiangdingya, Zhouqu County by Xin JIANG, Weixiong ZHANG, Xiaohui YANG, Kunquan CHEN, Baoyan DING

“…It was found that the maximum horizontal displacement of the landslide was 33.93 mm, indicating that the reinforcement of the landslide support structure is good. The landslide body is in a stable state after reinforcement, and a new deformation coordination between piles and soil has been formed. …”
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The intervention of curcumin on rodent models of hepatic fibrosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Yun-Hang Chu, Bing-Yao Pang, Ming Yang, Qi Meng, Yan Leng

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A systematic retrieval of relevant studies on curcumin intervention in rats or mice hepatic fibrosis models was conducted, and the data were extracted. The outcome indicators included liver cell structure and function related indicators, such as alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), albumin (ALB), ratio of albumin to globulin (A/G), total bilirubin (TBIL), bax protein, bcl-2 protein and index of liver, as well as the relevant indicators for evaluating the degree of hepatic fibrosis, such as hyaluronic acid (HA), laminin (LN), type I collagen (Collagen I), type III collagen (Collagen III), type III procollagen (PCIII), type III procollagen amino terminal peptide (PIIINP), type IV collagen (IV-C), interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), α-Smooth muscle actin (α-SMA), hydroxyproline (HYP), platelet derived factor-BB (PDGF-BB), connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) and transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1), and oxidative stress-related indicators, such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), malondialdehyde (MDA) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px). …”
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How to safeguard soil health against silver nanoparticles through a microbial functional gene-based approach? by Sandhya Mishra, Xiaodong Yang

“…Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), a major anthropogenic stressor, can threaten soil health by disrupting vital microbial processes critical to maintaining key soil functions such as nutrient cycling, organic matter decomposition, and soil structure formation. Their safe use demands proactive strategies to preserve soils, a globally essential and non-renewable resource that acts as the ultimate sink for nanoparticles released into ecosystems. …”
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“If your CD4 count lowers, that is when you are similar to a person that is non-existent” A qualitative exploration of perceptions around advanced HIV disease in South Africa by TP Pita, S. Misra, T. Madonsela, A. Tshazi, S. Bosman, I. Ayakaka, E. Vlieghe, T. Decroo, K. Reither, A. van Heerden, T. Gils

“…Thematic analysis and data triangulation were performed. Results We found that PWH did not commonly know the term AHD and confused CD4 count with viral load testing. …”
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CSPPNet: A Convolution and State-Space-Based Photovoltaic Panel Extraction Network Using Gaofen-2 High-Resolution Imagery by Wenqing Liu, Hongtao Huo, Luyan Ji, Yongchao Zhao, Xiaowen Liu, Jialei Xie

“…Finally, the encoder of our network adopts a parallel structure of depthwise separable convolution and state-space module to capture local detailed features and global semantic features of PV panels layer by layer. …”
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Floral Assemblages and Patterns of Insect Herbivory during the Permian to Triassic of Northeastern Italy. by Conrad C Labandeira, Evelyn Kustatscher, Torsten Wappler

“…Generalized-to-specialized ratios show minimal change through the interval, although herbivore component community structure (herbivore species feeding on a single plant-host species) increasingly was partitioned from Wuchiapingian to Ladinian. …”
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Optimizing Multi-Tier Scheduling and Secure Routing in Edge-Assisted Software-Defined Wireless Sensor Network Environment Using Moving Target Defense and AI Techniques by As’ad Mahmoud As’ad Alnaser, Said S. Saloum, Ahmed A. M. Sharadqh, Hazem (Moh’d Said) Hatamleh

“…The data from the clustered nodes are sent to the Local Base Station (LBS) via CL in which they are scheduled in multi-tier format to diminish the complexity and interference issues. …”
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Clinical and epidemiological patterns of chickenpox in adults in the Primorsky territory by S. L. Kolpakov, A. F. Popov, N. Yu. Tihonov, A. I. Simakova, V. A. Ivanis, T. F. Homichuk

“…Materials and methods: The study used statistics on the incidence of chicken pox in the Primorsky Territory from 2009 to 2017 and demographic data on the population for the specified period. …”
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Development of silver-doped carbon dots sensor derived from lignin for dual-mode fluorometric and spectrophotometric determination of valsartan in a bulk powder and a commercial pr... by Fatemah Aldakhil, Nawal A. Alarfaj, Salma A. Al-Tamimi, Maha F. El-Tohamy

“…The analysis of AgCDs revealed a structure that closely resembled graphene oxide, with the successful doping of Ag. …”
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Narcissism, Social Media Addiction, Self-Esteem, and Haxeco Traits: Exploring Influences on Life Satisfaction Among Generation Z by Nguyen TND, Tran HY, Nguyen GHM, Nguyen YK, Dinh HTM

“…It also examined the regulatory role of personality traits in this context.Participants and Methods: Conducted in Ho Chi Minh City, it surveyed 426 Generation Z individuals aged 13– 26 spending over two hours daily on social media, using convenience sampling. Data analysis and reliability assessment were done with SPSS 29, and SmartPLS 4 evaluated the linear structural model.Results: The study has demonstrated that narcissism among Generation Z significantly influences life satisfaction. …”
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Mitochondrial membrane hyperpolarization modulates nuclear DNA methylation and gene expression through phospholipid remodeling by Mateus Prates Mori, Oswaldo A. Lozoya, Ashley M. Brooks, Carl D. Bortner, Cristina A. Nadalutti, Birgitta Ryback, Brittany P. Rickard, Marta Overchuk, Imran Rizvi, Tatiana Rogasevskaia, Kai Ting Huang, Prottoy Hasan, György Hajnóczky, Janine H. Santos

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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

“…Abstract Background Interim restorations are essential for preserving structural integrity and function until the definitive restoration is placed. …”
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Examining breastfeeding self-efficacy as a mediator between maternal food insecurity and breastfeeding practices in Soweto, South Africa by Claire Hart, Rachana Desai, Lauren Stuart, Shane A Norris, Alessandra Prioreschi

“…Generalised Structural Equation Modelling assessed whether maternal food insecurity was associated with breastfeeding status and whether this was mediated by breastfeeding self-efficacy, adjusting for sociodemographic confounders.Results: Notably, 74% of mothers initiated breastfeeding within the first hour, and 87% were currently breastfeeding. …”
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Comparative plastome analysis of Arundinelleae (Poaceae, Panicoideae), with implications for phylogenetic relationships and plastome evolution by Li-Qiong Jiang, Bryan T. Drew, Watchara Arthan, Guo-Ying Yu, Hong Wu, Yue Zhao, Hua Peng, Chun-Lei Xiang

“…The plastomes range from 139,629 base pairs (bp) (Garnotia tenella) to 140,943 bp (Arundinella barbinodis), with a standard four-part structure. The average GC content was 38.39%, but varied in different regions of the plastome. …”
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Remote Sensing-Based Analysis of the Coupled Impacts of Climate and Land Use Changes on Future Ecosystem Resilience: A Case Study of the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei Region by Jingyuan Ni, Fang Xu

“…In this study, a predictive assessment framework for ecosystem resilience in the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei region was developed by integrating multi-source remote sensing data, with the aim of quantitatively evaluating the coupled effects of climate change and land use change on future ecosystem resilience. …”
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