Automatic priming, schema induction and spread of activation in l2 lexical access: Do differences in vocabulary size and depth of priming remain invariant? by Stephen Ntim

“…Using an experimental pre-test-post-test design with purposive sampling of estimated one hundred and fifty (150) students from three (3) Senior High Schools in Ghana, the critical findings in this study were that cognitive differences in automatic priming, schema induction and spread of activation predicted enhanced reading comprehension in L2, especially how fast one could infer from text since these cognitive processes helped to reduce cognitive load involved in reading. The second finding was that ability to use automatic priming, schema induction and spread of activation reduced mental load to facilitate comprehension by the size and level of vocabulary readers possessed in long-term memory. …”
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Power Loss Reduction and Reliability Improvement of Radial Distribution Systems Using Optimal Capacitor Placement Technique by Mohanad Muneer Yaqoob, Ali Nasser Hussain, Wathiq Rafa Abed, Daniel Augusto Pereira

“…The proposed algorithm shows a high ability to find the best location and size of injected capacitors inside the RDS to implement a single-objective function for minimization of Active Power Loss (APL). …”
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Acoustical aspects of replacing traditional materials in building elements with renewable and recycled ones by Jiří Nováček, Jaroslav Hejl

“…Building elements, especially partitions, floors and external walls significantly affect indoor acoustic comfort. Their ability to reduce noise transmission from neighbouring rooms or from outdoors depends on the element composition and the building materials used. …”
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Phase I/II Clinical Trials Using Gene-Modified Adult Hematopoietic Stem Cells for HIV: Lessons Learnt by Ronald T. Mitsuyasu, Jerome A. Zack, Janet L. Macpherson, Geoff P. Symonds

“…Gene therapy for individuals infected with HIV has the potential to provide a once-only treatment that will act to reduce viral load, preserve the immune system, and mitigate cumulative toxicities associated with highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). …”
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Scenario-based modeling of converter failures in energy hub management cost by Mohammad Hassan Nikkhah, Hossein Lotfi, Mahdi Samadi, Mohammad Ebrahim Hajiabadi

“…On the other hand, electric vehicle charging stations (EVCSs), due to their pollution-free nature and ability to supply loads during peak hours, serve as a valuable resource for EHs. …”
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Investigations into aerodynamics of tall buildings using signal processing tools by Chaturvedi Arjit, Mohan Keerthana, Darshyamkar Renuka, Harikrishna Pabbisetty

“…ICA further isolated independent sources of variability, providing insights into the underlying physical processes affecting the building. The ability of ICA to separate these independent components allows for a clearer understanding of the individual influences of different wind load factors. …”
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Coordinated System Intelligent Optimization for an Ultra-Supercritical Power Unit Based on Improved Simplex Method and Condensate Throttling by Liangyu MA, Qianqian LI, Fan LI

“…In order to absorb more new energy power, regional load dispatch center puts up very high requirement for the operation flexibility, load fast-following and deep peak load regulation ability. …”
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Investigation of the Wear Behavior of AA6063/Zirconium Oxide Nanocomposites Using Hybrid Machine Learning Algorithms by R. Reena Roy, Leninisha Shanmugam, A. Vinothini, Nirmala Venkatachalam, G. Sumathy, Bhavadharini Murugeshan, P. Mercy Rajaselvi Beaulah, Gizachew Assefa Kerga

“…Developing these three machine learning (ML) algorithms was to evaluate the ability to predict wear behavior using the same small dataset collected using varying test processes. …”
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Interpretation of an artificial ground freezing field trial at Fori Imperiali in Rome by Giulia Guida, Arianna Pucci, Eliano Romani, Giulia M.B. Viggiani, Francesca Casini

“…The field trial aimed at assessing the feasibility of AGF in the complex soil profile and groundwater regime of the subsoil of the historical centre of Roma by establishing the response of the subsoil to the imposed freezing loads, the ability to create a continuous frozen wall, and the associated coolant consumption. …”
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Effect of Freeze–Thaw Cycles on the Flexural Strength of Greek Natural Stones by Konstantinos Laskaridis, Angeliki Arapakou, Michael Patronis, Christos Papatrechas, Ioannis Kouseris

“…Such testing approaches are an indispensable part of the stone selection criteria due to their ability to assess the stone’s durability. It is especially crucial in locations where exposure to freeze–thaw cycles is common. …”
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RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN LIPID AND IMMUNE DISORDERS AT VARIOUS STAGES OF DEVELOPING EXPERIMENTAL DYSLIPIDEMIA by E. G. Lobanova, Yu. K. Karaman

“…At  90th  and  180th  day  after  starting  the  alimentary  load,  a  gradual  inhibition  of  cytokineproducing  ability  by  immune  cells  is  observed.  …”
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The durability of mechanical properties of flexible waterproofing membranes used on ventilated terraces under long term exposure to high temperatures by Barbara Francke, Ewelina Kozikowska, Ewa Sudoł, Marta Zawadzka, Vadim Griniov, Agnieszka Starzyk

“…The changes after ageing were evaluated in the areas between the pedestals and in their locations for their ability to maintain the mechanical load-transferring function, including but not limited to resistance to continuous or instant spot loads. …”
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Changes in the taxonomic structure of phytoplankton inhabiting small water bodies as a consequence of the technogenic impact by E.S. Krivina, N.G. Tarasova

“…The obtained results will be of great interest for experts developing methods for restoration of ecosystems following the anthropogenic load, because they prove the ability of such ecosystems to self-regeneration and stabilization even under the conditions of anthropogenically transformed landscape and the lack of specific nutrient limitation.…”
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A Distributed Task Allocation Strategy for Collaborative Applications in Cluster-Based Wireless Sensor Networks by Feng Wang, Guangjie Han, Jinfang Jiang, Hao Qiu

“…Based on the service abilities of cluster members, the service ability of each cluster is calculated. …”
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A Ｒeinforcement Learning of Cloud Ｒesource Scheduling Algorithm Based on Adaptive Weight by LI Cheng-yan, SUN Wei, TANG Li-min

“…Ｒesults show that the heuristics accelerate Q-Learning based on adaptive weight is better than genetic algorithm and Q-Learning algorithm in optimization ability and load balancing. The convergence rate of the heuristics accelerate Q-Learning based on adaptive weight is faster than Q-Learning algorithm and heuristics accelerate Q-Learning algorithm.…”
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Potential of Carbon Nanodots (CNDs) in Cancer Treatment by Walaa Alibrahem, Nihad Kharrat Helu, Csaba Oláh, József Prokisch

“…Their ability to be designed for cellular uptake and exact intracellular localization further improves their therapeutic potential. …”
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Mechanical Design and Motion Analysis of a Hybrid Robot for Equine Rehabilitation by YE Zenglin, DAI Zhonghong, ZHANG Liang'an, WEI Liangguo, CHEN Hua

“…The mechanism possesses excellent stiffness, high load-carrying capacity, and remarkable flexibility, fulfilling the requirements for the saddle centre’s movement during rehabilitation therapy and load carrying capacity during horse riding. …”
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A Level-Shift Carrier PWM Modulation Technique and Predictive Current Control of a Multilevel DC-AC Converter for Interfacing Renewable Energy Sources by Vitor Pinto, Joao L. Afonso, Vitor Monteiro

“…The results demonstrated the ability of the converter to adjust its current generation, even when considering sudden power variations in the load, as well as variations in the electrical power grid. …”
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Analysis of the operation of a device for installing outriggers of self-propelled chassis of mobile transport and reloading rope complexes by Lagerev A.V., Lagerev I.A.

“…Single-span mobile ropeways of the pendulum type, formed with the help of two mobile transport and reloading rope complexes connected by a single rope system on the basis of self-propelled wheeled chassis of high cross-country ability and carrying capacity, are currently considered as a promising type of transporting equipment for solving many tasks in adverse natural and social situations. …”
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Prospects of application of high-tech carbon material as drainage in glaucoma surgery by A. V. Stepanov, P. I. Zolkin, U. Sh. Gamzaeva

“…Results. The ability of the developed drainage to significantly reduce IOP by improving the outflow of intraocular fluid was confirmed. …”
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