Dosimetric and hematological toxicity analyses of bone marrow‐sparing intensity‐modulated radiation therapy for patients with cervical cancer treated with extended‐field radiation... by Jia‐nan Wang, Xi Yu, Li‐na Gu, Dong‐mei Liu, Qiu‐yue Su, Jing‐qi Xia, Wei‐Kang Yun, Xin Li, Xue‐Yuan Hu, Shan‐Shan Yang, De‐Yang Yu

“…We also compared acute HT between the normal and BMS groups. Results Dosimetric analysis demonstrated that BMS‐IMRT significantly reduced the mean volume of bone marrow receiving ≥10, ≥20, ≥30, and ≥40 Gy without affecting the target coverage of planning target volume and sparing the organs at risk. …”
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Thermal Phase Curves in Hot Gas Giant Exoplanets Exhibit a Complex Dependence on Planetary Properties by Mark R. Swain, Kyle A. Pearson, Thaddeus D. Komacek, Geoffrey Bryden, Emeline Fromont, Gautam Vasisht, Gael Roudier, Robert T. Zellem

“…The catalog includes phase curve measurements for 34 planets, 16 of which contain full orbit coverage and have detectable secondary eclipses in both channels. …”
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Identification of Indigenous Thai <i>Phlegmariurus</i> Genotypic Population by Integrating Morphological and Molecular Studies by Nusanisa Chedao, Avinash Chandra Pandey, Potjamarn Suraninpong

“…The combination of broad genomic coverage (AFLP), fine-scale allelic resolution (SSR), deep-branch backbone (<i>rbcL</i>), and terminal-branch discrimination (<i>psb</i>A-<i>trn</i>H) yields a robust framework for species identification. …”
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Activity-based contracting for optimization of the mass distribution of insecticide-treated nets in the Democratic Republic of Congo: pilot implementation in Kwilu province by Losimba Likwela J, Kalonji Ntumba A, Ndolerire Isingoma C, Mukomena Sompwe E, Tsasa Mbuku E, Mbuse Angembo F, Mbuyu Lukunde E, Lukanu Ngwala P., N.’siala Kumbi A, Panou I, Masoswa L, Mashako P, Kanku‑Ka‑Lukusa P, Kulimushi Ndahambara G, Luntadila Kiamenga M, Minuku Kinzonzi F, Ngoma Kintaudi L, Wierzynska A, Erskine M

“…Methods This internal evaluation was carried out using a mixed methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative document and content analysis from a series of three workshops: validation workshops for campaign results at provincial level for the 2021 and 2022 campaigns; internal evaluation workshop for the Kwilu campaign as part of the ABC approach organized by “Santé pour tous en milieu rural” (SANRU) with its sub-contractors; and national campaign evaluation workshop organized by the National Malaria Control Program. …”
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Evaluation of drinking water quality and health risk assessment in rural primary schools along the Thai Myanmar border by Kezang Choda, Sirirat Sangkarak, Pannamas Maneekan, Pattaneeya Prangthip, Suda Ittisupornrat, Numfon Eaktasang, Suthirat Kittipongvises, Jenyuk Lohwacharin, Athit Phetrak

“…A total of 52 drinking water samples were collected for water quality analysis. Among these, approximately 42% (n = 22) of these collected samples did not comply with Thailand’s recommended limits of drinking water quality. …”
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Plasmodium and intestinal parasite infections among pregnant women at first antenatal care contact in northwest Ethiopia: A study of prevalence and associated risk factors. by Zemenu Tamir, Abebe Animut, Sisay Dugassa, Mahlet Belachew, Adugna Abera, Aster Tsegaye, Berhanu Erko

“…Predictors of Plasmodium and intestinal parasite infections were evaluated using logistic regression analysis. A P-value of < 0.05 was used to indicate statistical significance.…”
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Diagnostics of the results of mastering competencies in the information environment for teaching IT students by I. A. Andrianov, A. M. Polyanskiy, S. U. Rzheutskaya, M. V. Kharina

“…The algorithm is based on the analysis of the statistical characteristics of the results of completing tasks by students. …”
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ANOVA Based Optimization of UV Nanosecond Laser for Polyamide Insulation Removal from Platinum Wires Under Water Confinement by Danial Rahnama, Graziano Chila, Sivakumar Narayanswamy

“…This study primarily focused on analyzing the main effects and two-factor interactions of these parameters using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Interactions such as Speed × Overlap and Speed × Line Distance were statistically examined to identify the influence of combined factors on tensile strength and surface roughness. …”
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Effect of bath temperature on physical properties of thin films CuO using the SILAR method: Photocatalytic properties and numerical investigation by Latifa Znaidi, Hafsa Diyagh, Ismail Benaicha, Nabil Bouri, Lahoucine El Gana, Haytham El Farri, Kawtar Oukacha, Mounir Fahoume, khalid Nouneh

“…Finally, a numerical analysis was conducted using the SCAPS simulation software, employing the identified optimal bandgap of 1.74 eV for degradation. …”
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Real-world study of first-line immunotherapy combined with chemoradiotherapy in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma by Xiaohan Zhao, Chengang Weng, Wuhan Yang, Hongmei Gao, Hesong Wang, Wenzhao Deng, Shuchai Zhu, Wenbin Shen

“…Abstract This study aimed to assess the effectiveness, safety, and recurrence patterns of first-line immunotherapy combined with chemoradiotherapy in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) patients. A retrospective analysis of 79 eligible ESCC patients was conducted. …”
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Zinc Alginate Hydrogel-Coated Wound Dressings: Fabrication, Characterization, and Evaluation of Anti-Infective and In Vivo Performance by Adelina-Gabriela Niculescu, Alexandra Cătălina Bîrcă, George Dan Mogoşanu, Marius Rădulescu, Alina Maria Holban, Daniela Manuc, Adina Alberts, Alexandru Mihai Grumezescu, Laurenţiu Mogoantă

“…Traditional dressings provide basic coverage but lack the bioactive properties needed for tissue regeneration and antimicrobial protection. …”
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ClimeApp: data processing tool for monthly, global climate data from the ModE-RA palaeo-reanalysis, 1422 to 2008&thinsp;CE by R. Warren, R. Warren, N. E. Bartlome, N. E. Bartlome, N. Wellinger, N. Wellinger, J. Franke, J. Franke, R. Hand, R. Hand, S. Brönnimann, S. Brönnimann, H. Huhtamaa, H. Huhtamaa

“…It presents temperature, precipitation and pressure reconstructions with global coverage and monthly resolution for the period 1422 to 2008 CE. …”
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Characterization of oral microbiota of children with hand, foot, and mouth disease caused by enterovirus A 71 by Nan Shen, Rang Wu, Tiantian Lu, Yazhou Jiang, Tao Ning, Song Liu, Xiang Liu, Suyue Zhu, Jibing Qiao

“…Linear discriminant analysis effect size was employed to identify microbial taxa with significant differences, and determined the key genera among them. …”
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Spatiotemporal patterns and environmental determinants of wildlife-vehicle collisions in Banke National Park, Nepal by Narayan Prasad Koju, K. C. Anish, Keshav Dodhari, Pratikshya Giri, Miriam Lee, Sudip Pokhrel, Asmina Ghimire, Lila Nyaichyai, Kenneth Otieno Onditi, Xuelong Jiang, Randall C. Kyes

“…Endangered and vulnerable species, including the golden monitor lizard, leopard cat, and four-horned antelope, were among the recorded fatalities. Spatial analysis identified significant WVC hotspots at Muguwa, Obhari, and Khairi, collectively accounting for over 60% of total incidents. …”
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Comparison of the Fracture Strength of Endodontically Treated Teeth Restored with the Biomimetic Method and Three Types of Post-and-Core Systems by Kosar Rezaei, Maryam Rezaei-Dastjerdi, Melika Mollaei, Hemmat Gholinia, Fahimeh Hamedirad

“…Background and purpose: In endodontically treated teeth, the use of post-cores and subsequent full-coverage crown restorations is a commonly proposed treatment modality. …”
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Factors affecting influenza vaccine uptake among healthcare providers at a tertiary hospital in Mysuru, India: a questionnaire-based survey by Naviya Kafle, Jantine van Wijlick, P. Chaithra Poonacha, P. Priyanka, Jiten Choudhury, N. Onkar Yadav, R. Nisarga, Rebecca D. Kehm, Logan Stuck, Christopher Pell, Anil S. Bilimale

“…Although health authorities recommend vaccination for high-risk groups, including, awareness and coverage among these groups remain inadequate. Drawing on a cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey, this article examines influenza vaccine uptake and related socio-demographics, attitudes and practices among HCWs in a tertiary hospital in Mysuru, South India. …”
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Cholera Outbreak in Chienge District, Luapula Province, Zambia- 31st May – 9th June 2023: Re-emerging threat by Miss Tebello Kolobe

“…Unknown vaccination status highlights gaps in coverage since the district conducted Cholera vaccination in the recent past. …”
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Microbial keratitis in Southern Malawi: a microbiological pilot study by Timothy Neal, Dean Everett, Stephen B Kaye, Alistair Darby, Moira Gandiwa, Shaffi Mdala, Caroline E Corless, Rose Herbert, Nicholas A V Beare, Tobi F Somerville, Thokozani Zungu, Malcolm J Horsburgh, Petros C Kayange

“…We investigated the feasibility of using a novel corneal impression membrane (CIM) for obtaining and processing samples by culture, PCR and whole-genome sequencing (WGS) in patients presenting with suspected MK in Malawi.Methods and analysis Samples were collected from patients presenting with suspected MK using a 12 mm diameter polytetrafluoroethylene CIM disc. …”
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A multicentric survey on antimicrobial use and hospital acquired infections among patients admitted in tertiary care centers in India by Prof Nusrat Shafiq, Dr. Samiksha Bhattacharjee, Dr. Ashish Kumar Kakkar, Mr. Chakrant Mothsara, Dr. Prasan Kumar Panda, Dr. Naveen Murali

“…Assessment of rationality of prescriptions was additionally carried out in a subset of prescriptions Results: Data from 3968 patients across eight tertiary care hospitals in India revealed notable patterns. Analysis found that out of 6575 total beds, 1887 (28.69%) had ventilatory care facilities. …”
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Information quality of videos related to esophageal cancer on tiktok, kwai, and bilibili: a cross-sectional study by Weimin Zhu, Banghao He, Xinyuan Wang, Yuanye Du, Kathleen Young, Shuhan Jiang

“…Content focused primarily on “symptoms” and “treatment,” with Bilibili offering more comprehensive coverage. Correlation analysis revealed a positive association between video quality and engagement on Bilibili but a negative association on TikTok (e.g., GQS and likes, r=-0.251, P = 0.009). …”
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