Qualitative Dermal Exposure Assessment of Laboratory Technicians in Selected Chemical Laboratories in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia by Ayman M. Arfaj, Jose Lauro M. Llamas

“…Introduction: The assessment of dermal exposure is a complex task. The most commonly used methods have fundamental problems, and there are large gaps in the documentation and validation of the known assessment methods. …”
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Proceedings. First Assembly of the Latin-America and Caribbean Seismological Commission - LACSC by Third Latin-American Congress of Seismol Third Latin-American Congress of Seismology

“…The Latin-American and Caribbean region is an area with a very complex tectonic setting, where stress and strain generated by the interaction of several lithospheric plates is being absorbed. …”
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Rethinking on the interplay of substance abuse and mental health in Indian prisons: a critical analysis by Sruti Bansal, Prachi Motiyani

“…A further layer of complexity is created by the proliferation of novel psychoactive substances in prisons, as more research is needed to determine how these drugs affect prisoners mental health. …”
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A review of friction models in interacting joints for durability design by Zulfiqar A. Khan, Vivek Chacko, Hammad Nazir

“…Abstract This paper presents a comprehensive review of friction modelling to provide an understanding of design for durability within interacting systems. Friction is a complex phenomenon and occurs at the interface of two components in relative motion. …”
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Motion Capture Technologies for Athletic Performance Enhancement and Injury Risk Assessment: A Review for Multi-Sport Organizations by Bahman Adlou, Christopher Wilburn, Wendi Weimar

“…<b>Background:</b> Motion capture (MoCap) technologies have transformed athlete monitoring, yet athletic departments face complex decisions when selecting systems for multiple sports. …”
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Multi objective moth swarm algorithm for optimizing electric vehicle integration in distribution grids by Masoumeh Azadikhouy

“…Traditional optimization methods often address these issues in isolation, failing to balance the complex, multi-objective nature of modern grids with high EV penetration and renewable variability. …”
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The amendment of the legal regulation of the institution of tax incentative in the Russian Federation by B. A. Fedosimov

“…The research was carried out through the use of a complex of general scientific methods (analysis and synthesis, deduction and induction, logical method, system analysis, etc.) and private scientific (special legal) methods. …”
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Challenges and solutions in managing acquired joint contracture (AJC) in older adults: Insights from healthcare professionals by Anne Laure Roy, Patrice Piette, Marie Dandois, Bastien Fraudet, Emilie Leblong, Anne Le Gagne, Philippe Gallien

“…Background: Acquired Joint Contracture (AJC) is a complex neuromuscular disorder marked by muscle stiffness and contractions, impacting patients' quality of life. …”
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The Good, the Bad, and the Epigenetic: Stress-Induced Metabolite Regulation and Transgenerational Effects by Saida Ibragić, Sabina Dahija, Erna Karalija

“…To survive and adapt, they undergo complex metabolic reprogramming by redirecting carbon and nitrogen fluxes toward the biosynthesis of protective secondary metabolites such as phenylpropanoids, flavonoids, and lignin. …”
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Enhancing Thermal-Hydraulic Modelling in Dual Fluid Reactor Demonstrator: The Impact of Variable Turbulent Prandtl Number by Hisham Elgendy, Sławomir Kubacki, Konrad Czerski

“…Future work will apply this modelling approach to more complex geometries and flow scenarios to optimise thermal-hydraulic performance.…”
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Low-cost computation for isolated sign language video recognition with multiple reservoir computing. by A R Syulistyo, Y Tanaka, D Pramanta, N Fuengfusin, H Tamukoh

“…Sign language recognition (SLR) has the potential to bridge communication gaps and empower hearing-impaired communities. To ensure the portability and accessibility of the SLR system, its implementation on a portable, server-independent device becomes imperative. …”
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Development of a platform recommending 3D and spectral digitisation strategies by Stefanie Wefers, Ashish Karmacharya, Frank Boochs

“…Spatial and spectral recording of cultural heritage objects is a complex task including data acquisition, processing and analysis involving different technical disciplines. …”
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Exploring the 15-Minutes City Concept: Global Challenges and Opportunities in Diverse Urban Contexts by Asifa Iqbal, Humaira Nazir, Ammad Waheed Qazi

“…Thematic analysis revealed major challenges for implementing the 15 MC in the Global South, including urban informality, gaps in infrastructure, and complex governance issues. …”
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Coupling Vibration Characteristics and Wind-Induced Responses of Large-Span Transmission Lines Under Multi-Dimensional Wind by Wenping Xie, Zhenhua Li, Wenlong Du, Xing Fu

“…Transmission lines, crucial for power and urban infrastructure, are vulnerable to wind damage; this paper addresses research gaps in tower-line systems under multi-dimensional wind loads and aerodynamic damping. …”
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Impact of EU Laws on AI Adoption in Smart Grids: A Review of Regulatory Barriers, Technological Challenges, and Stakeholder Benefits by Bo Nørregaard Jørgensen, Saraswathy Shamini Gunasekaran, Zheng Grace Ma

“…By synthesizing these findings, the review offers insights into policy gaps, technological enablers, and collaborative frameworks critical for accelerating AI-driven innovation in the energy sector, helping stakeholders navigate a complex regulatory environment while reaping its potential rewards.…”
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Leadership and management training for future-ready engineers: Transforming maritime education by Tri Cahyadi, W. Winarno, April Gunawan Malau

“…These competencies are critical for addressing complex operational challenges, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring compliance with evolving global regulations. …”
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Demystifying programme theories of co-production in health and welfare: An interview study on new researchers’ systems perspectives by Annika Nordin, Sofia Kjellström, Ann-Christine Andersson

“…This study addresses these knowledge gaps by describing new researchers’ initial implicit programme theories of coproduction from three different system perspectives. …”
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Energy poverty from a life cycle sustainability assessment perspective by T.D. Gates, M. Hannouf, D. Gebremedhin, T.D. Beyene, G. Assefa, I.D. Gates

“…Energy poverty (EP) and energy security (ES) are complex, multi-dimensional challenges with profound environmental, economic, and social implications that persist in both developed and developing nations. …”
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Systematic Review of the State of Knowledge About Açaí-Do-Amazonas (<i>Euterpe precatoria</i> Mart., Arecaceae) by Sabrina Yasmin Nunes da Rocha, Maria Julia Ferreira, Charles R. Clement, Ricardo Lopes

“…Genetic diversity studies suggest the <i>E. precatoria</i> may represent a complex of species. Its population abundance varies across habitats: the highest variability occurs in <i>terra firme</i>, followed by <i>baixios</i> and <i>várzeas</i>. …”
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Understanding the use of co-design methods for research involving older adults living with HIV: A scoping review protocol. by Paige Brown, Hardeep Singh, Esther Su, Luxey Sirisegaram, Sarah E P Munce, Andrew D Eaton, Alice Zhabokritsky, Stuart McKinlay, Kristina M Kokorelias

“…The scoping review outlined here aims to identify gaps in existing co-design work with this population, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity based on PROGRESS-Plus characteristics for future patient-oriented research. …”
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