Adsorptive processes applied to the defluorination of groundwater for human consumption by Júlia Toffoli De Oliveira, Letícia Reggiane de Carvalho Costa, Keila Guerra Pacheco Nunes, Vanessa Jurado-Davila, Robson Alves de Oliveira, Elvis Carissimi, Liliana Amaral Féris

“…Preliminary tests were conducted using synthetic solutions with a fluoride concentration of 5 mg.L−1, applying several adsorbents. Additionally, an ultrasonic process was used to synthesize an adsorbent from activated alumina pre-treated with carbon (AACP) and modified with ZnCl₂ (AA-ZnCl₂). …”
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Scalability of spheroid-derived small extracellular vesicles production in stirred systems by Thibaud Dauphin, Laurence de Beaurepaire, Apolline Salama, Quentin Pruvost, Clémentine Claire, Clémentine Claire, Karine Haurogné, Sophie Sourice, Aurélien Dupont, Jean-Marie Bach, Jean-Marie Bach, Julie Hervé, Eric Olmos, Steffi Bosch, Blandine Lieubeau, Mathilde Mosser, Mathilde Mosser

“…Compared to a monolayer reference process, sEV yield decreased two-fold in SpF, but increased two-fold in STBr. Additionally, a lower expression of the CD63 tetraspanin was observed in sEV produced in both stirred systems, suggesting a reduced release of exosomes compared to ectosomes. …”
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National-scale mapping topsoil organic carbon of cropland in China using multitemporal Sentinel-2 images by Jie Xue, Xianglin Zhang, Songchao Chen, Zhongxing Chen, Rui Lu, Feng Liu, Bas van Wesemael, Zhou Shi

“…This study can be easily implemented across broad areas for the prediction of SOC with computational efficiency. …”
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New Methods for Pathogen Risk Assessment: Machine Learning in the Analysis of Toxicity Spectrum of <i>Albifimbria verrucaria</i> by V. T. Tkachenko, M. V. Fedorov, V. V. Fedorova, A. V. Pozdeev, E. B. Kormanovskaya, A. S. Klimova, P. V. Gunina

“…The obtained data confirm the importance of developing and implementing modern systems for monitoring and regulating mycotoxins, especially for poorly studied and new compounds. …”
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Comprehensive assessment of physicochemical quality, heavy metals, and ecological risks in the Someshwari river water, Netrokona, Bangladesh by Rima Sarker, Md. Sirajul Islam, Md. Humayun Kabir, Shahrina Sultana, Nowara Tamanna Meghla, Mir Md. Mozammal Hoque, Tanmoy Roy Tusher

“…However, to maintain this water quality, it is strongly recommended that effective awareness programs be implemented to prevent water pollution.…”
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EVA1B facilitates esophageal squamous carcinoma progression and recruitment of immunosuppressive myeloid-derived suppressor cells in the tumor microenvironment by Tian Xia, Yongkang Zhang, Haodong Peng, Xiangbo Jia, Dong Yang, Li Wei, Tian Li, Wenjian Yao

“…EC109 and KYSE-180 ESCC cells were stably infected by sh-EVA1B lentivirus, and functional experiments were subsequently implemented. Syngeneic mouse models were built, and the expansion and recruitment of myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) were then evaluated. …”
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Evaluation of the relatedness between the biofilm-associated genes and antimicrobial resistance among Acinetobacter baumannii isolates in the southwest Iran by Nafiseh Hosseinzadeh Shakib, Zahra Hashemizadeh, Abolfazl Rafati Zomorodi, Reza Khashei, Yeganeh Sadeghi, Abdollah Bazargani

“…Conclusion: Biofilm production significantly contributes to the prevalence of multi-drug resistant A. baumannii strains. It is essential to implement effective antimicrobial stewardship and develop innovative anti-biofilm strategies to address this global health issue. …”
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Experimental and computational evaluation of capacitive hyperthermia by Marcus Beck, Peter Wust, Eva Oberacker, Alexander Rattunde, Tom Päßler, Benjamin Chrzon, Paraskevi Danai Veltsista, Jacek Nadobny, Ruben Pellicer, Enrico Herz, Lukas Winter, Volker Budach, Sebastian Zschaeck, Pirus Ghadjar

“…Temperature/time curves were registered, and specific absorption rate (SAR) profiles and distributions were derived using the temperature gradient method. We implemented models for electrodes and phantom setups for simulation studies using Sim4Life.Results For a standard total power of 200 W, we measured effective SAR until depths of 6–8 cm in a homogeneous phantom, which indicates fair heating conditions for tumor diseases in superficial and intermediate depths. …”
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Longitudinal Patterns in the Isolation and Antimicrobial Resistance of Bovine Mastitis-Causing Bacteria in Ireland by Amalia Naranjo-Lucena, Philip Becker, Gillian Madigan, Rebecca Cupial, Brian Byrne, Alan Johnson

“…<b>Methods</b>: Seasonality of isolation of the most common bacterial species and antimicrobial resistance of those species repeatedly obtained in the same herds in different years were explored using the RVL diagnostic data. Additionally, whole genome sequencing (WGS) was employed to establish the persistency of <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> strains within the same herd. …”
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Modeling of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from global to regional scales: model development (IAP-AACM_PAH v1.0) and investigation of health risks in 2013 and 2018 in Chin... by Z. Wu, Z. Wu, Z. Wu, X. Chen, X. Chen, X. Chen, Z. Wang, Z. Wang, Z. Wang, H. Chen, H. Chen, H. Chen, Z. Wang, Z. Wang, Z. Wang, Q. Mu, L. Wu, L. Wu, L. Wu, W. Wang, W. Wang, W. Wang, X. Tang, X. Tang, X. Tang, J. Li, J. Li, J. Li, Y. Li, Y. Li, Y. Li, Q. Wu, Y. Wang, Y. Wang, Z. Zou, Z. Zou, Z. Zou, Z. Jiang, Z. Jiang, Z. Jiang

“…The results indicate that strict additional control measures should be taken to reduce the pollution and health risks of PAHs effectively. …”
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Rapid extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-confirmation by using a machine learning model directly on routine automated susceptibility testing results by Y. El Ghouch, Y. El Ghouch, M. C. Schut, K. C. E. Sigaloff, W. Altorf-Van Der Kuil, J. M. Prins, R. P. Schade, R. P. Schade, the ISIS-AR study group, J.W.T. Cohen Stuart, D.C. Melles, K. van Dijk, A. Alzubaidy, M. Scholing, S.D. Kuil, G.J. Blaauw, W. Altorf, van der Kuil, S.M. Bierman, S.C. de Greeff, S.R. Groenendijk, R. Hertroys, L. Kruithof, I.M. Nauta, D.W. Notermans, J. Polman, W.J. van den Reek, A.F. Schoffelen, F. Velthuis, C.C.H. Wielders, B.J. de Wit, R.E. Zoetigheid, W. van den Bijllaardt, E.M. Kraan, M.B. Haeseker, J.M. da Silva, E. de Jong, B. Maraha, A.J. van Griethuysen, B.B. Wintermans, M.J.C.A. van Trijp, A.E. Muller, M. Wong, A. Ott, E. Bathoorn, M. Lokate, J. Sinnige, D.C. Melles, L. Bank, N.H. Renders, J.W. Dorigo-Zetsma, L.J. Bakker, W. Ang, K. Waar, M.T. van der Beek, M.A. Leversteijn-van Hall, S.P. van Mens, E. Schaftenaar, M.H. Nabuurs-Franssen, I. Maat, P.D.J. Sturm, B.M.W. Diederen, L.G.M. Bode, D.S.Y. Ong, M. van Rijn, S. Dinant, M. den Reijer, D.W. van Dam, E.I.G.B. de Brauwer, R.G. Bentvelsen, A.L.M. Vlek, M. de Graaf, A. Troelstra, K.B. Gast, M.P.A. van Meer, J. de Vries, J.D. Machiels

“…We evaluated Logistic Regression, Random Forest and XGBoost models and calculated SHAP-values (SHapley Additive exPlanations) to identify most contributing features. …”
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Comparison of the diagnostic concordance of tele-EMS and EMS physicians in the emergency medical service—a subanalysis of the TEMS-trial by Patrick P. Hess, Patrick P. Hess, Michael Czaplik, Michael Czaplik, Johanna Hess, Hanna Schröder, Hanna Schröder, Stefan K. Beckers, Stefan K. Beckers, Andreas Follmann, Mark Pitsch, Mark Pitsch, Marc Felzen, Marc Felzen

“…Since 2014, a tele-EMS system has been implemented in Aachen as an integrated telemedical solution alongside standard EMS. …”
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Toward Resilient Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health Care: A Qualitative Study Involving Afghan Refugee Women in Pakistan by Yasir Shafiq, Ameer Muhammad, Kantesh Kumar, Zabin Wajid Ali, Saba Noor, Zamir Hussain Suhag, Rehman Tahir, Abdullah Jan, Luca Ragazzoni, Francesco Barone-Adesi, Martina Valente

“…The study calls for concerted efforts to implement culturally sensitive health interventions that include disaster risk management components to improve MNCH outcomes among Afghan refugees in crisis-affected settings. …”
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Advances in cancer immunotherapy: historical perspectives, current developments, and future directions by Meiyin Zhang, Chaojun Liu, Jing Tu, Min Tang, Milad Ashrafizadeh, Noushin Nabavi, Gautam Sethi, Peiqing Zhao, Shijian Liu

“…Key immunotherapeutic strategies, such as cancer vaccines, oncolytic viruses, adoptive cell transfer, and ICIs, are discussed in detail. Additionally, the role of nanotechnology, cytokines, chemokines, and adjuvants in enhancing the precision and efficacy of immunotherapies were explored. …”
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Unraveling the threshold and interaction effects of environmental variables on soil organic carbon mapping in plateau watershed by Chi Zhang, Yiyun Chen, Yujiao Wei, Peiheng Yu, Yongsheng Hong, Yazhen Hu, Jiaxue Wang, Zhou Shi

“…Understanding the spatial distribution and mechanisms driving soil organic carbon (SOC) is crucial for assessing soil carbon stocks and implementing effective carbon sequestration strategies in agricultural landscapes. …”
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Impact of Multiple Cardiovascular Events on Long‐Term Outcomes and Bleeding Risk in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Nationwide Population‐Based Cohort Study by Chih‐Wei Chen, Yi‐Cheng Lin, Donna Shu‐Han Lin, Chia‐Li Chang, Chun‐Yao Huang, Jaw‐Wen Chen, Shing‐Jong Lin, Yu‐Hsuan Joni Shao, Chien‐Yi Hsu

“…In the multiple‐event group, each additional major bleeding event was associated with earlier subsequent cardiovascular events (coefficient=−0.2875, P=0.0325). …”
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Burnout and emotional regulation: insights from students enrolled in higher education programs for initial teacher training by Júlia Ferreira, Carla Peixoto, Carla Peixoto, Vera Coelho, Vera Coelho, Sílvia Barros, Fátima Sousa-Pereira, Fátima Sousa-Pereira, Fátima Sousa-Pereira, Francisco Machado, Francisco Machado, Alexandra Marques-Pinto

“…The results suggest the importance of initial teacher training schools designing and implementing socioemotional learning programs that may promote effective emotional regulation competencies.…”
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Seed Protein Content Estimation with Bench-Top Hyperspectral Imaging and Attentive Convolutional Neural Network Models by Imran Said, Vasit Sagan, Kyle T. Peterson, Haireti Alifu, Abuduwanli Maiwulanjiang, Abby Stylianou, Omar Al Akkad, Supria Sarkar, Noor Al Shakarji

“…To fully utilize the spectral and texture features of the full VNIR and SWIR spectral domains, a computer-vision-aided image co-registration methodology was implemented to seamlessly align the VNIR and SWIR bands. …”
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Safety and Efficacy of Regorafenib and 5-Fluorouracil Combination Therapy in Refractory Metastatic Colorectal Cancer After Third-Line Treatment: An Institutional Experience by Maen Abdelrahim, Abdullah Esmail, Ebtesam Al-Najjar, Bayan Khasawneh, Godsfavour Umoru, Waseem Abdelrahim, Karen Abboud, Veronica B. Ajewole

“…Many patients with CRC present with metastatic disease despite receiving standard first- and second-line therapies; thus emerges the demand for implementing new therapies that could improve outcomes among CRC patients. …”
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Application of chromosome microarray analysis in patients with unexplained developmental delay/intellectual disability in South China by Rongyue Wang, Tingying Lei, Fang Fu, Ru Li, Xiangyi Jing, Xin Yang, Juan Liu, Dongzhi Li, Can Liao

“…Here, we present our clinical experience in implementing whole-genome high-resolution single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) arrays to investigate 489 patients with unexplained DD/ID in whom standard karyotyping analyses showed normal karyotypes. …”
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