Speciation Analysis and Related Models of Heavy Metals in Contaminated Soil by Zehao LIU, Chunyun JIA, Fengcui FAN, Shujuan DAI, Xiaojun LI

“…Conventional methods for the determination of heavy metal ions in soil generally include atomic fluorescence spectrometry, atomic absorption spectrometry, inductively coupled plasma emission spectrometry, etc.. …”
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Benefits, harms, and cost-effectiveness of risk model-based and risk factor-based low-dose computed tomography screening strategies for lung cancer: a systematic review by Yin Liu, Qingchao Geng, Xin Lin, Chenxi Feng, Youlin Qiao, Shaokai Zhang

“…In this review, we provide an overview of the benefits, harms, and cost-effectiveness of these two strategies in lung cancer screening application, as well as discussing possible future research directions. Methods Following the PRISMA guidelines, a comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane libraries, and EMBASE from January 1994 to April 2024. …”
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Out-of-hospital Cardiac Arrest in the Republic of Crimea: Analysis of Epidemiology and Practice of Care by A. A. Birkun, L. P. Frolova, G. N. Buglak, S. S. Olefirenko

“…Introduction. Efficient organization of measures aimed at decreasing mortality from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) warrants a clear understanding of OHCA epidemiology and performance of the prehospital care system in such cases. …”
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Mini-cutting technique for the propagation of a Eucalyptus camaldulensis clone selected in a semiarid region by Francisco Emerson F. de Felice, Poliana C. Dias-Araujo, Ewerton S. Pinheiro, Carlos Vergara

“…These results confirm the mini-cutting technique as an efficient and practical solution for large-scale propagation, offering valuable applications in commercial forestry under challenging environmental conditions. …”
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Current applications of indocyanine green fluorescence angiography in trauma patients and its potential impact: a systematic review by Falco Hietbrink, Karlijn van Wessem, Eline Anna Breuking, Emma J de Fraiture, David D Krijgh, Ivar GJM de Bruin, Jetske Ruiterkamp

“…Still, the results are promising and show a large potential of ICG-FA for better and more efficient treatment of trauma patients. Further research with larger samples and comparable conditions is thus necessary and highly recommended.…”
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Nurse prescribing right: a bibliometric analysis by Yingying Wang, Yingying Wang, Ruixiao Jia, Su Gu, Zihan Wang, Liqun Zhu, Shaoyong Ma

“…BackgroundThe concept of nurse prescribing rights is undergoing rapid evolution, and there is increasing interest in academic circles regarding research on this topic.ObjectiveThis study aims to conduct a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of nurses’ prescribing rights to understand the research background, emerging trends, and relevant academic impacts in this field, so as to provide valuable insights for the formulation of health policies and the promotion of more equitable and efficient healthcare services.MethodsWe conducted a bibliometric analysis of the articles on nurses’ prescribing rights from the establishment of the database until 6 December 2023. …”
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Investigating the Soil Hardness on Personal Subsidiary and Individual Peasant Farms by Aleksandr S. Ulanov, Vladimir F. Kupryashkin, Nikolay I. Naumkin, Dmitry A. Naumkin

“…Analyzing the soil hardness on personal subsidiary and individual peasant farms in the post-harvest period is a relevant task for optimal functioning of tillers, namely, it will allow operators to use the most efficient modes for tillage that will increase the tillage unit performance. …”
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The effects of dose, valency, and affinity on TfR-mediated brain delivery in vivo by Gillian Bonvicini, Sunitha Singh, Lisa Sandersjöö, Dag Sehlin, Stina Syvänen, Ken G. Andersson

“…Therefore, the aim was to evaluate the independent effects of valency and affinity on TfR-mediated brain delivery at different doses. Methods Affinity variants of antibody 8D3 were produced by introducing alanine point mutations into the complementarity-determining regions. …”
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Machine Learning for the Early Prediction of Delayed Cerebral Ischemia in Patients With Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Haofuzi Zhang, Peng Zou, Peng Luo, Xiaofan Jiang

“…ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to synthesize the prediction accuracy of ML models for DCI to provide evidence for the development or updating of intelligent detection tools. MethodsPubMed, Cochrane, Embase, and Web of Science databases were systematically searched up to May 18, 2023. …”
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From In Vitro Cytotoxicity to In Vivo Zebrafish Assays: A Study on 3,3-Dichloro β-, γ- and δ-Lactams and Their Biological Activity Profiles by Faïza Diaba, María del Carmen Morán, Elisabet Teixidó

“…This study aims to evaluate the hemolytic behavior and cytotoxic properties of ten 3,3-dichlorolactams against A431 tumor and 3T3 fibroblast cells, with a particular focus on their selective toxicity. <b>Methods:</b> To achieve this, we assessed the hemocompatibility and cytotoxic effects of the lactams, determining their impact on cell viability through MTT and NRU assays. …”
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Viral kinetics among persons living with HIV (PLWH) on Dolutegravir-based antiretroviral Regimen: A retrospective and prospective analysis from selected HIV clinics in Ghana. by Samuel Badu Nyarko, Joel Adu Twum, Aikins Sarpong Obeng, Helena Dede Djangba, Oksana Ryabinina, Foster Kyei, George Boateng Kyei, Nicholas Ekow Thomford

“…However, monitoring viral kinetics is critical for determining treatment efficacy and making sound judgments. …”
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Optimasi Sistem Penempatan Magang Menerapkan Algoritme Genetika by Satrio Agung Wicaksono

“…During this time, manual internship placement takes more time, so less efficient. Therefore, this research tries to approach using Genetic Algorithm to make it easier in determining the internship placement by applying the applicable rules. …”
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A two-stage deep learning architecture for detection global coastal and offshore submesoscale ocean eddy using SDGSAT-1 multispectral imagery by Linghui Xia, Baoxiang Huang, Ruijiao Li, Ge Chen

“…Most existing eddy detection methods rely on low-resolution satellite altimeter data, which fail to capture submesoscale ocean features and oceanographic phenomena in shallow water. …”
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A quasi affine transformation evolution algorithm with evolution matrix selection operation for parameter estimation of proton exchange membrane fuel cells by Mohammad Aljaidi, Pradeep Jangir, Sunilkumar P. Agrawal, Sundaram B. Pandya, Anil Parmar, Samar Hussni Anbarkhan, Laith Abualigah

“…It was also computationally more efficient, cutting runtime in half compared to other methods. …”
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Six weeks of either EPA-rich or DHA-rich Omega-3 supplementation alters submaximal exercise physiology in endurance trained male amateurs by Andrew Blannin, George Boulton, Frank Thielecke, Frank Thielecke

“…The current study aimed to investigate if EPA-rich or DHA-rich supplements are equally efficient at modifying physiological responses to submaximal exercise and potentially improving performance.MethodsFifty-five endurance trained amateurs participated in a submaximal exercise test followed by a 24 km time trial (TT) before and after a six-week supplementation period. …”
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Prevalence of Virulence Genes and Antibiotic Resistance in Clinical Isolates of Proteus mirabilis by Marwa Shaker Mahmood, Mustafa S. AL-Salmani, Shahad Basil Ismael, Ahmed Sami AL-Salmany, Aws Akram Jumaah, Hasan A. Aal Owaif

“…Methods and Results: Between May 2024 and August 2024, a total of 250 samples were collected from various clinical sources, including wound swabs, sputum, urine, and pus, at different hospitals in Baghdad. …”
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Curcumin nanoemulsion suppresses HPV oncogenes and inhibits cervical cancer progression: in vitro and in vivo study by Mehrnaz Karimi, Masoud Parsania, Negar Motakef Kazemi, Mahnaz Qomi, Mahsa Hadipour Jahromy

“…Conclusion These preeminent preclinical results indicate the potential of this curcumin nanoformulation as an efficient treatment approach for cervical cancer.…”
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Automated dairy cow identification and feeding behaviour analysis using a computer vision model based on YOLOv8 by Claudia Giannone, Mohsen Sahraeibelverdy, Martina Lamanna, Damiano Cavallini, Andrea Formigoni, Patrizia Tassinari, Daniele Torreggiani, Marco Bovo

“…Alternatively, computer vision-based approaches offer a non-invasive and efficient solution for monitoring feeding behaviour. …”
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Deep Learning for Discrimination of Early Spinal Tuberculosis from Acute Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture on CT by Liu W, Wang J, Lei Y, Liu P, Han Z, Wang S, Liu B

“…Wenjun Liu,1 Jin Wang,2 Yiting Lei,1 Peng Liu,3 Zhenghan Han,1 Shichu Wang,1 Bo Liu1 1Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, People’s Republic of China; 2College of Medical Informatics, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Orthopedics, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Bo Liu, Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, People’s Republic of China, Tel +8613996065698, Email boliu@hospital.cqmu.edu.cnBackground: Early differentiation between spinal tuberculosis (STB) and acute osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF) is crucial for determining the appropriate clinical management and treatment pathway, thereby significantly impacting patient outcomes.Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of deep learning (DL) models using reconstructed sagittal CT images in the differentiation of early STB from acute OVCF, with the aim of enhancing diagnostic precision, reducing reliance on MRI and biopsies, and minimizing the risks of misdiagnosis.Methods: Data were collected from 373 patients, with 302 patients recruited from a university-affiliated hospital serving as the training and internal validation sets, and an additional 71 patients from another university-affiliated hospital serving as the external validation set. …”
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Investigating the Current and Desired Status of Factors Influencing the Medical Universities’ Participation in the Development of Moocs from the Virtual Education Experts’ Viewpoin... by Azita Barzehkar, Zahra Karimian, Manoosh Mehrabi

“…Conclusions: Based on results, the development of MOOCs encompasses multiple dimensions. It seems that determining |motivational mechanisms, the interactive relationship between e-learning policy-makers and universities of medical sciences, fair distribution of power and resources, and the creation of common goals and roadmap to promote integration and synergy in effective and efficient activities is necessary.…”
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