Automatic Blob Detection Method for Cancerous Lesions in Unsupervised Breast Histology Images by Vincent Majanga, Ernest Mnkandla, Zenghui Wang, Donatien Koulla Moulla

“…Initially, this approach prepares and pre-processes data through various augmentation methods to increase the dataset size. …”
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Plank Variations and Surface Instability: A Study on Core Muscle Activation in Males and Females by Gyubum Choi, Jinhong Choi, Bokyeong Kim, Hanbee Jeong, Sujin Kim

“…Background: During daily activities, stability is maintained to enhance the function of muscles surrounding the lumbopelvic and hip structures. The core muscles such as the rectus abdominis (RA), external oblique (EO), and internal oblique (IO) responsible for this stability. …”

Preclinical dose assessment of cyberknife with small animal intracranial irradiation using a 3D printed mouse phantom by Xiaoxia Liu, Xiongxiong Ai, Luwei Qiu, Haoxin Jin, Minghao Sun, Guanghai Mei, Xing Di

“…A 3D-printed mouse phantom was fabricated using clear resin and glass-filled polyamide (PA3200 GF) for tissue-bone-equivalent structures and modified to accommodate both EBT3 film and thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLD). …”
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Dancing Towards Stability: The Therapeutic Potential of Argentine Tango for Balance and Mobility in Parkinson’s Disease by Federica Giorgi, Daniela Platano, Lisa Berti, Danilo Donati, Roberto Tedeschi

“…However, the small sample sizes of included studies and the heterogeneity in intervention durations limit the generalizability of findings. AT may serve as a structured rehabilitative approach for improving mobility and psychosocial outcomes in PD and could be integrated into community-based or clinical rehabilitation programs.…”
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Gastrostomy in Children: A 5-Year Single Tertiary Center Experience by Iulia Florentina Ţincu, Bianca Teodora Chenescu, Gabriel Cristian Drăgan, Anca Ioana Avram, Doina Anca Pleșca

“…<i>Materials and Methods</i>: This retrospective analysis of 71 children (34 with anti-reflux surgery [Group 1], 37 without [Group 2]) undergoing GT placement between 2019 and 2024. Data included demographics, procedural details, complications, and caregiver satisfaction assessed via the Structured Satisfaction Questionnaire with Gastrostomy Feeding (SAGA-8). …”
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Barriers and facilitators to timely birth-dose vaccines in Kinshasa Province, the DRC: a qualitative study by Alix Boisson, Camille E. Morgan, Bruce Fried, Christopher M. Shea, Marcel Yotebieng, Patrick Ngimbi, Nana Mbonze, Kashamuka Mwandagalirwa, Pélagie Babakazo, Peyton Thompson

“… # Methods We conducted semi-structured interviews in seven health facilities across Kinshasa Province from June to July 2021. …”
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Impact of twin shield tunnel construction on the deformation of bridge pile groups beneath multiple bridges: a case study by Lan Deng, Jizhixian Liu, Chenze Huang, Shan Yang, Junzhou Huang, Junzhou Huang, Cai Wu

“…However, tunnel excavation significantly affects the surrounding soil and elevated bridge pile foundations, potentially leading to complex mechanical responses and safety risks for structures. Although prior studies have examined the impact of tunnels on pile foundations, systematic research on the deformation patterns of pile groups remains limited. …”
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Factors influencing the performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation by lay rescuers: A qualitative study based on the Theory of Planned Behavior. by Zhikang Zhong, Weiwei Li, Lin Zhou, Liang Liu

“…The collected data were analyzed thematically using Nvivo software.…”
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Assessing the Status of Soil Seed Bank in Parthenium Hysterophorus - Invaded Land Use Types and Its Social Aspects In Lower Hare Watershed, Southern Ethiopia by Minase Tademe, Shiferaw Wakshum, Tsegaye Genaye

“…For assessing the perception of local communities regarding the effects of P. hysterophorus, a total of 117 respondents were enrolled and semi-structured and close-ended questionnaires were used for data collection. …”
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Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices and Their Association with Women's Autonomy: A Community-Based Study in Rural West Bengal by Najir Hosen Sarkar, Kuntala Ray, Subhra Samujjwal Basu, Kalpana Gupta, Mamunur Rashid, Mausumi Basu

“…Mothers were interviewed face to face, and data were collected using a predesigned, pretested and structured IYCF practice schedule and a Likert-type women's autonomy measurement scale and analysed using SPSS v26.0. …”
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Exploring the environmental and cultural consequences of the 8.2 ka cooling event in Kyushu, Southwestern Japan by Junzo Uchiyama, Mitsuhiro Kuwahata, Felix Riede, Peter D. Jordan

“…Our findings suggest a more complex sequence structured by three tempos of environmental change: (1) the gradual postglacial northward move of nut-bearing deciduous forests; (2) short-term climatic downturns, including the 8.2 ka event and other Bond Events; and (3) abrupt volcanic impacts. …”
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Predictors of topical steroid misuse among patrons of pharmacies in Pretoria by N. Malangu, G.A. Ogunbanjo

“…Exit interviews were conducted at 21 randomly selected pharmacies by trained interviewers using a structured questionnaire. A total of 1 228 patrons were approached, of which 225 gave verbal consent to be interviewed. …”
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Linkage study of voltage-gated potassium channels in familial mesial temporal lobe epilepsy Análise de ligação dos canais de potássio voltagem-dependente na epilepsia de lobo tempo... by Cláudia Vianna Maurer-Morelli, Rafael Breglio Marchesini, Rodrigo Secolin, Neide Ferreira Santos, Eliane Kobayashi, Fernando Cendes, Iscia Lopes-Cendes

“…In the present study, linkage data showed no evidence that VGKC are involved in the determination of HA in FMTLE.…”
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Investigation into investment risks and mitigation strategies for Chinese energy companies in Belt and road countries: a case study of Russia by XiangRu Ma, Ekaterina V. Nezhnikova

“…The research highlights that a combination of financial hedging strategies, diplomatic engagement, and adaptive investment structures enhances the long-­term sustainability of Chinese energy projects in Russia. …”
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Domestic injuries among children: knowledge, attitudes, and practices of first aid among mothers in Arar, Saudi Arabia by Hanaa E. Bayomy, Maha Mohammed T. Alshalan, Wujud Khalid Alanazi, Ahad Falah M. Alanazi, Fai Salamah Alanazi, Yasmin Saadi H. Alenazi, Amal Ahmed Elbilgahy, Awwad Alenezy

“…Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on Saudi mothers with under-five children in Arar, Saudi Arabia. A structured self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data on recruited mothers’ sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards home injuries and first aid measures. …”
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Estimating residential building material demand for Ahmedabad 2050 and its impact on CO2 emissions by Chaitali Trivedi, Minal Pathak, Bhargav Adhvaryu

“…Quantitative research was further strengthened by conducting semi-structured interviews with 16 experts. The results show a residential building typologies over time, with a decline in independent houses and an increase in multistoried apartments by 2050. …”
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Uncontrolled hypertension among adult hypertensive patients in Addis Ababa public hospitals: A cross-sectional study of prevalence and associated factors. by Asmamaw Deguale Worku, Asinake Wudu Gessese

“…Systematic random sampling was used to select the study participants. We used a structured interview questionnaire and chart review and took physical measurements. …”
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A qualitative study into the perceptions and needs of fathers with a migration background on parenting regarding energy balance-related behaviors by Meredith L. Overman, Roel C. J. Hermans, Ibrahim Loukili, Mai J. M. Chinapaw, Abdellah Mehraz, Lauren Ekkelboom, Stef P. J. Kremers, Carry Renders

“…Informal conversations (n = 2), semi-structured interviews (n = 11) and one focus group (n = 13) were conducted with professionals specialized in intercultural pedagogy and fathers participating in a parenting program organized by these professionals. …”
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Associated factors with the access to sexual health and STI/HIV services for individuals aged 18 and older in the Marrakech-Safi region of Morocco: a cross-sectional study by Hajar Ouahid, Ouassim Mansoury, Majda Sebbani, Mohamed Cherkaoui, Mohamed Amine, Latifa Adarmouch

“…Methods This cross-sectional study conducted a survey of 632 adults from the Marrakech-Safi region, utilizing a convenience sampling method. Data were gathered through a structured, pre-tested questionnaire delivered via both online platforms and face-to-face interviews to accommodate all participants. …”
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Adolescent sexuality education, sexual debut, and associated factors in Nigerian public secondary schools by Tope Michael Ipinnimo, Olalekan Oladipupo Rosiji, Olumide Temitope Asake, Oluwafunmilayo Oluwadamilola Ibikunle, Motunrayo Temidayo Ipinnimo, Toluwalope Motunrayo Asake

“…A cross-sectional study was conducted among 380 adolescents selected through multistage sampling. Data were collected using a validated semi-structured questionnaire covering sociodemographic variables, sexuality education (assessed with 13 questions exploring past sex-related discussions, sexually transmitted infection, contraceptive, and puberty), as well as engagement in sexual intercourse. …”
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