OIL PRICES AND THEIR LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP WITH MACROECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL INDICATORS by Vesna Bucevska, Borjan Gjelevski, Lea Matevska

“…In order to find the cointegrating relationship between the above mentioned variables, the Johansen test was used, after which, the Vector Error Correction Model (VECM) system was composed to formulate a set of equations that explain all the variables. …”
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Research on a degradation diagnosis technology for porcelain insulators using infrared thermography by LIU Rong, GU Chao, ZHOU Chao, YAO Jinxia, LIU Chuanbin, SUN Ruixiao

“…Temperature discretization is calculated regionally， and temperature thresholds are set to efficiently diagnose the degraded insulators. Simulation and test results indicate that the temperature discretization varies across different regions of the insulator； the temperature rise of any insulator in strings initially increases and then decreases with a reduction in its internal resistance； and the temperature rise caused by degradation at the ends is greater than that at the intermediate voltage end. …”
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Improving User Experience for the Web Platform Spotlight Heritage Timisoara with AI Technologies by Valentin Sorescu, Diana Andone

“…Its functionality includes specific searching within the site, offering results and personalized recommendations based on user preferences. Extensive testing with real users and the implementation of a continuous monitoring and updating script have contributed to the consolidation of the virtual assistant’s quality and effectiveness. …”
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The butterfly effect and earnings management: Analysis of long-term consequences of short-term adjustments by Ammar Razzaq Al Rubaye, Omar Adeeb Qassim, Salah Chyad Kadhim, Inas Mekee Abed

“… This paper investigates earnings management and its long-term consequences in the industrial sector of the MSM companies over a sample from 2011 to 2020. This study will test the effect of DAC, the most popular instrument employed in accounting practices for earnings management, on objective measures: return on assets and profit margin using Eviews 13 software. …”
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Adaptive current differential protection for active distribution networks accommodating high levels of PV integration by CHEN Shuiyao, XU Feng, PAN Wulue, LI Yuehui, WU Jizeng, LIU Sumei

“…A simulation model of distribution networks with PV stations is developed using PSCAD/EMTDC to test the proposed protection strategy， demonstrating its effectiveness and reliability under high levels of PV integration.…”
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Vida saludable para Personas de Edad: Consejos Para Tomar Medicinas Sin Recetas by Jennifer Hillan

“… Las medicinas que se adquieren sin receta pueden ser una manera económica y eficaz de tratar pequeños problemas de salud. Sin embargo, estos productos deben ser tratados con precaución ya que son capaces de crear serias complicaciones si no se usan adecuadamente. …”
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Topology optimization applied to additive-manufactured hydrofoil wing components by Margarida Mata, Ricardo Bencatel, Elsa W. Sequeiros, Manuel F. Vieira, Jose M. Costa

“… This study investigates the development of hydrofoil components for an unmanned boat designed for control testing. Hydrofoils, characterized by their hydrodynamic shape, generate lift forces that elevate the boat above the water, enhancing its speed. …”
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Co-design of ‘Ways of Being’, a web-based experience to optimise online arts and culture for mental health in young people by Rebecca J. Syed Sheriff, Eloise Sinclair, Jen Young, Sophia Bhamra, Louise Chandler, Tharuka Arachchige, Helen Adams, Laura Bonsaver, Evgenia Riga, Laura Bergin, Negin Mirtorabi, Leenah Abuelgasim, Hadassah Beuchner, John Geddes

“…Aims and method We aimed to co-design an intervention optimising the benefits of online arts and culture for mental health in young people for subsequent testing in a trial. Co-design followed the double diamond phases of design, discover, define, develop and deliver. …”
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Magnitud, frecuencia y características sociodemográficas de los homicidios dolosos en Costa Rica by Mario Alberto Sáenz-Rojas

“…Este artículo presenta cifras referentes a los homicidios dolosos ocurridos en Costa Rica durante el periodo 2000-2009, donde se aprecia un incremento significativo sobre todo hacia finales de la década; asimismo, se establece una comparación de la tasa de estos homicidios con las correspondientes a otros países latinoamericanos y otras formas de muerte violenta en el país. …”
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Landscape Design Software: Evaluation and Recommendations for Homeowners by Gail Hansen, Smith Watkins, Sydney Park Brown

“…To help you select a program from the dozens that are available, each with different levels of cost and difficulty, UF/IFAS scientists tested seven popular do-it-yourself programs, compared them to a professional landscape design software program, and rated them for quality of features and ease-of-use. …”
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Vida Saludable: Diabetes by Linda B. Bobroff

“…Cuando una persona tiene diabetes, el cuerpo no produce insulina o produce muy poca insulina o una insulina que no funciona bien. Esto resulta en altos niveles de glucosa en la sangre. …”
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Chronic pancreatitis: issues remain unresolved by V. T. Ivashkin, K. V. Ivashkin, A. V. Okhlobystin

“…Laboratory diagnostics nowadays in our country is based on a single method — pancreatic elastase stool test which has low sensitivity and specificity, moreover it is characterized by low reproducibility. …”
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'n Poimenetiese ondersoek na 'n basisteorie vir die pastoraat aan okkultgekweldes by J Janse van Rensburg, J H J Cilliers

“…These principles are compared and tested against the results of an empirical study conducted in conjunction with the Sociology Department at UOFS. …”
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OIL PRICES AND THEIR LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP WITH MACROECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL INDICATORS by Vesna Bucevska, Borjan Gjelevski, Lea Matevska

“…In order to find the cointegrating relationship between the above mentioned variables, the Johansen test was used, after which, the Vector Error Correction Model (VECM) system was composed to formulate a set of equations that explain all the variables. …”
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THE PROBLEM OF ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA ALONG THE COAST OF TURKEY by ERNUR AKINER MUHAMMED

“…This study observes the pollution status of the rivers according to the Turkish Water Pollution Control Regulation. One sample T-Test determined the actual pollution potentials of the rivers. …”
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AN EXPERIMENT ON THE PROPOSED ONLINE ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATION METHOD AT DALAT UNIVERSITY by Thi Thu Phuong Ta, Bao Tuyen Huynh, Phuoc Huy Dang

“…The biggest challenges to online assessments and examinations are internet speed, authentication of the examinee’s identity, and test authenticity, especially for classes with large numbers of students. …”
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POSITIONING OF WHEAT CULTIVARS AND THEIR RELATION WITH THE NUTRITIONAL QUALITY OF GRAINS by Willyan Júnior Adorian Bandeira, Ivan Ricardo Carvalho, Murilo Vieira Loro, Leonardo Cesar Pradebon, João Pedro Dalla Roza, Jaqueline Piesanti Sangiovo, Kassiana Kehl

“…The data were subjected to analysis of variance and Tukey's test at a 5% significance level. The method proposed by Annicchiarico and the additive main effects and multiplicative interaction (AMMI) model were used to analyze the adaptability and stability of the genotypes. …”
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Alimentos en puré: Los purés altos en proteína by Jamila R. Lepore, Wendy J. Dahl

“…Cada célula, tejido y órgano del cuerpo necesita una fuente constante de proteínas para mantener una buena salud y un buen funcionamiento. Para que estos procesos metabólicos ocurran, las proteínas se descomponen para que el cuerpo las pueda usar y se reemplazan por los alimentos que comemos. …”
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Diagnostic challenges in differentiating mediastinal tuberculosis from mediastinal tumors: A case report by Aida, Noni Novisari Soeroso, Herani Mutia Riandini

“…This case underscores the importance of comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, including histopathological and microbiological tests, to distinguish TB from other mediastinal pathologies and ensure appropriate treatment.…”
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Comparing P300 flashing paradigms in online typing with language models. by Nand Chandravadia, Shrita Pendekanti, Dustin Roberts, Robert Tran, Saarang Panchavati, Corey Arnold, Nader Pouratian, William Speier

“…When the different flashing patterns were tested in conjunction with other established optimization techniques such as language models and dynamic stopping, they did not make a significant impact on P300 speller performance. …”
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