Using the clustering method to find the final environmental parameters coefficients in road construction projects by Eshagh Rasouli Sarabi, Ramin Vafaei Poursorkhabi, Mehdi Ravanshadnia

“…The case is more highlighted in regions where roads go through diverse areas with different climatic and geographical distributions. …”
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Radioactivity concentration of 14C in the air of 14C urea breath test rooms and the resulting internal dose to medical staff by Bei Yu, Fei Chen, Jing Cao, Dingxin Long

“…Objective: To monitor the radioactivity concentration of 14C in the air of rooms used to perform 14C urea breath tests, and evaluate the contamination status of 14C released during such tests, and assess the occupational health risk to medical staff working in such areas. Methods: 14CO2 in air was absorbed from the air and turned into calcium carbonate through a chemical reaction. …”
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Decoding SFRP2 progenitors in sustaining tooth growth at single-cell resolution by Tianyuan Zhao, Qing Zhong, Zewen Sun, Xiaoyi Yu, Tianmeng Sun, Zhengwen An

“…Abstract Background Single-cell transcriptomics has revolutionized tooth biology by uncovering previously unexplored areas. The mouse is a widely used model for studying human tissues and diseases, including dental pulp tissues. …”
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Understanding cervical cancer, human papillomavirus (HPV), and HPV vaccine acceptance in college-going students: Institutional-based cross-sectional study from Bihar State by Ekta Krishna, Shreyas Kumar Patil, Santosh Kumar Nirala, Bijaya Nanda Naik, Vijay Kumar, Chanda Mani Singh, Vijay Kumar

“…Conclusion: The comparative results of the two groups identified specific areas where awareness campaigns should be intensified for both medical and nonmedical groups. …”
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Effects of family socioeconomic status on the self-expectations of children under grandparenting in China by QiXuan Hu

“…Parent-child communication and residential areas for children can positively predict children’s self-expectations in both groups of families.DiscussionThese findings highlight the significance of family SES and the influence of multiple factors for raising the self-expectations of children under grandparenting. …”
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The optimal route search in Bengaluru city transport using Hamilton circuit algorithm by Parkavi S, Parthiban A

“…This optimization improves overall traffic flow and alleviates congestion in key areas of Bengaluru.…”
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Weakened future surface warming in China due to national planned afforestation through biophysical feedback by Shuaifeng Song, Xiaodong Yan, Xuezhen Zhang, Zhibo Gao, Wenqiang Xie

“…Our findings highlight the importance of the scientific identification of afforestation areas when developing land-management strategies and biophysical feedback for climate change mitigation.…”
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Expert review of AI-generated responses to the top ten patient complaints in primary care by Monica Gillie, George Kent

“… Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) systems such as ChatGPT are among the fastest-growing applications of all time. …”
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Selection of electrochemical and electrical energy storage systems for off-grid renewable energy mini-grids: A review by Isaac Gwayi, Sarah Paul Ayeng’o, Cuthbert Z.M. Kimambo

“…Finally, challenges in deploying the proposed hybrid energy storage system (HESS) configurations are discussed and areas needing further research for improvement are proposed.…”
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Flood exposure of environmental assets by G. Bertoli, C. Arrighi, E. Caporali

“…They can be affected by floods; however, flood risk analyses usually neglect environmental areas due to (i) a lack of agreement on what should be considered an environmental asset, (ii) a poor understanding of environmental values, and (iii) the absence of damage models. …”
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ICT Usage and Implementation of Competence-Based Curriculum in Selected Secondary Schools in Kabale Municipality. by Mugabe, Samuel

“…The study recommended that schools need to have adequate and up-to-date ICT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and connectivity; Teachers need to be trained in how to effectively integrate ICT into their teaching practices; Encourage collaboration and sharing of best practices; ICT should be integrated into all subject areas, not just in computer studies or ICT classes; Schools should regularly evaluate the impact of ICT integration on student learning outcomes and Schools need to provide ongoing support to teachers and students to ensure that they are able to use technology effectively. …”
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Design of a Flexible Pavement For Nyakabande–Mutolere Road, Nyakabande Sub County, Kisoro District. by Habimana, Stephen

“…The climate analysis of area indicates a wet condition with 8 and 4 months in rainy and dry seasons respectively. …”
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Assessing the Impacts of Climate Change on Livelihoods in Rujumbura Rukungiri District. by Niwagaba, Alfred

“…On the climate change perceptions, there has been increase in drought conditions, variations in seasons, increase in temperatures, decrease in rainfall, erratic rains and increased flooding conditions. …”
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Unleashing Women Entrepreneurial Potential in Uganda: Challenges Facing Women Entrepreneurs in their Quest for Business in Maziba Sub-county, Kabale Municipality, Kabale... by Murezi, Caroline Masiko, Akankwasa, Alex

“…Existing research focuses on other areas than the main challenges facing female entrepreneurs in Maziba Sub-county, Kabale District; this needed an assessment. …”
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The Impact of Refugees on the Social Economic Development of the Host Communities: A Case Study of Nyakabande Refugee Transit Kisoro District. by Ngabire, Robert

“…The study established that refugees bring productivity in the host communities, complement the job market, stimulate the economy complement market demand for goods and services, employment opportunities to the people around the transit areas and refugee camps which rises the standard of living, donations by the host communities Environmental degradation, increased demand for goods and services which rises the standards of living of the host communities, land grabbing, sharing of social facilities, cooperation of social functioning and insecurity of the host communities were cited to be some of the social relationship between the refugees and the host communities, deforestation, increased demand for goods and services, infrastructural development, theft, social ills like prostitution, competition for properties, compromised resources. …”
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Mobile Banking and Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Uganda: A Case Study of Stanbic Bank Rukungiri Branch. by Kinembabazi, Cynthia

“…For instance, some ATMs should be installed in supermarkets, learning institutions, and medical centers. The suggested areas for further study were; the effect of agency banking on the financial performance of Microfinance Institutions, electronic banking and effective financial performance in Microfinance Institutions, and mobile banking and economic development of communities in Uganda.…”
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The Impact of Girl-Child School Dropout on The Economic Development in Nyamirima Sub-County Kanungu District. by Tumukurate, Innocent

“…There should be good upbringing of children from home. Areas for further study will be about the effect of early marriages on girl child in primary schools.…”
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A Comparative Study of Vitamin C Concentrations in Two Selected Wild Fruits in Itojo Sub-County Ntungamo District. by Akankwatsa, Marither

“…The body does not store vitamin C, making it essential to include vitamin C-rich fruits in the daily diet for maintaining good health. In the rural areas of Itojo sub-county, Ntungamo District, access to commonly consumed vitamin C-rich fruits such as oranges, lemons, and mangoes is limited, as these fruits are typically available only in urban market centers where they are sold. …”
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Post Covid-19 Strategies and Pupils' Academic Performance in Rubuguri Town Council Kisoro District. by Twesigye, Posiano

“…The effectiveness of these strategies was evaluated through quantitative and qualitative analyses, revealing varying degrees of success and areas for improvement. The findings underscored the importance of ongoing assessment and refinement of post-COVID-19 strategies to optimize outcomes and ensure the continued education and well-being of students. …”
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Performance Appraisal and Employee Productivity in Organizations: A Case Study of Kabale District Local Government. by Atuheire, Nancy

“…They highlighted its functions in maintaining fair relationships, facilitating counseling, planning, and retention, providing a foundation for organizational decision-making, determining promotions based on performance, and identifying areas for employee improvement. Factors influencing employee productivity at Kabale District Local Government included individual creativity, training and development opportunities, effective communication, clear goal setting, expectations, motivation through effective leadership, and technological support. …”
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