Comparison of enzymatic and bisulfite conversion of circulating cell-free tumor DNA for DNA methylation analyses by Stine H. Kresse, Evy Marie Thorkildsen, Sara Brandt-Winge, Heidi Pharo, Hege Marie Vedeld, Guro E. Lind

“…The cytosine conversion efficiency was 99–100% for both enzymatic and bisulfite conversion. …”
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Necrotic enteritis affects bone growth and bone microstructure in non-selected conventional and modern meat-type chicken strains by Doyun Goo, Milan K. Sharma, Dima L. White, Janghan Choi, Woo K. Kim

“…Modern meat-type chickens have achieved maximum growth efficiency through successful genetic improvements over the past few decades, but bone health has not been enhanced along with it. …”
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Comprehensive Insights into Artificial Intelligence for Dental Lesion Detection: A Systematic Review by Kubra Demir, Ozlem Sokmen, Isil Karabey Aksakalli, Kubra Torenek-Agirman

“…These methods not only provide accurate diagnoses but also promise to enhance operational efficiency and optimize resource utilization in clinical workflows. …”
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Influence law of repeated mining of coal seam groups on cement ring of natural gas wells by Xudong WANG, Shujun WU, Xining REN, Shen ZHANG, Shengli YANG, Ruihao ZHAI, Yuqian MA

“…In China, there are many places where coal and natural gas resources are endowed with overburden situation, traditionally, coal and natural gas mining avoid each other and do not affect each other, which not only greatly restricts the production efficiency, but also causes the waste of resources. …”
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The B.1.427/1.429 (epsilon) SARS-CoV-2 variants are more virulent than ancestral B.1 (614G) in Syrian hamsters. by Timothy Carroll, Douglas Fox, Neeltje van Doremalen, Erin Ball, Mary Kate Morris, Alicia Sotomayor-Gonzalez, Venice Servellita, Arjun Rustagi, Claude Kwe Yinda, Linda Fritts, Julia Rebecca Port, Zhong-Min Ma, Myndi G Holbrook, Jonathan Schulz, Catherine A Blish, Carl Hanson, Charles Y Chiu, Vincent Munster, Sarah Stanley, Christopher J Miller

“…We did not observe significant differences in airborne transmission efficiency among the B.1.427, B.1.429 and ancestral B.1 (614G) and WA-1 variants in hamsters. …”
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Factors influencing value-based care application among medical students and postgraduate in Thailand by Phoomjai Sornsenee, Kittisakdi Choomalee, Kamonlak Sanphet, Kanyarat Keereerak, Techin Wongwatthanawisit, Tanyamon Wongtabpabud, Panpim Tipphayawong, Panupong Khunjun, Suppanita Tularak, Kanisorn Sungkaro, Theepat Wongkittithaworn

“…Abstract Background The adoption of Value-Based Care (VBC) is essential for enhancing healthcare quality and efficiency, with implications for future healthcare delivery. …”
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Study on extinguishing performance and suppression mechanism of thermal runaway combustible gas flame of lithium battery by NH4H2PO4 water mist by Li Haoyang, Lu Jian, Wang Jianhao, Yang Liping

“…Given that flammable gases such as H2 and CO released during the thermal runaway of lithium iron phosphate batteries account for more than 95 % of total products, this study innovatively constructs a small-scale flame simulation system using an ammonium dihydrogen phosphate (NH4H2PO4) aqueous solution as a firefighting agent, focusing on exploring its extinguishing efficiency and reaction kinetics mechanism.Using a self-built cup burner experimental system, this study examines the minimum extinguishing concentration (MEC) of fogging agents at different concentration gradients (1 %, 2 %, 5 %, and saturation state). …”
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Opportunities and Challenges: The Use of ChatGPT in Enabling Library Knowledge Services by Huaming LI

“…[Purpose/Significance] The generative natural language processing model represented by ChatGPT is beginning to show great application potential in libraries, and its technical advantages coincide with the development needs of knowledge services, greatly improving the quality and efficiency of user services. [Method/Process] Starting with the introduction of ChatGPT's development history, technical advantages and theoretical and practical research achievements of Chinese and foreign academic circles, this paper explains its technical advantages in cross-modal information organization, text generation, and in-depth mining of user behavior. …”
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Construction of predictive model for programmed death-1 inhibitor-related endocrine adverse events by Jiaying SHI, Wei WEI, Ting HAN, Xiao ZHOU, Meng ZHUO, Xiaolin LIN, Tao TAO, Xiuying XIAO

“…The nomogram model based on this model has good predictive efficiency, which can provide reference for early identification of high-risk patients and immunotherapy management.…”
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Behaviour of commercial layer hens in enriched cages and floor systems examined using human and video-based observations by T Chilemba, E van Marle-Köster, A Masenge, M Cromhout, T Nkukwana

“…However, the assessment of alternative systems that can ensure the hen’s ability to perform natural behaviours, while simultaneously enhancing farm productivity and economic efficiency, remains incomplete. This study assessed layer behaviour in a floor system and in enriched cages on a commercial layer farm using human and video-based observations. …”
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Effects of Powdered Salmon Roe Processing Liquid on Enhancing the Palatability of Tuna By-Product Meal-Based Diets in Greater Amberjack (<i>Seriola dumerili</i>) by Amal Biswas, Ryoma Maruyama, Satoshi Okimura, Hiroshi Fushimi, Hiroya Sato, Yoshihiro Kakinuma, Tomoki Honryo, Hideki Tanaka

“…A significantly lower whole-body crude lipid content was observed in all test diets compared to that in the C diet, resulting in significantly lower lipid retention efficiency in all test groups except T25R5 and T25R10 (<i>p</i> < 0.05). …”
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Optimization of the Lens Nucleus Fragmentation during Phacoemulsification in Patients with Pseudoexfoliation Syndrome by V. M. Malov, A. V. Zolotarev, E. B. Eroshevskaya, I. V. Malov, A. E. Gorbunov

“…The developed technology of fragmentation of the lens nucleus reduces the time of phacoemulsification, reduces the ultrasound load, causes a smaller loss of cells at the back of the corneal epithelium, reduces the possible complications of the iris and ciliary body, which increases the efficiency of surgical treatment of cataract in patients with PEX.…”
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Simulation of medium- and long-term crude oil demand scenarios in China based on system dynamics by Rui YANG, Meng SUN, Huiying ZHAO, Juyuan FU, Ling JIAN, Wen WEN, Chao WU

“…Conclusion To ensure the steady development of China's crude oil industry, the following recommendations are proposed: continually promote the transformation and upgrading of the industrial structure, improve crude oil utilization efficiency, accelerate the development of low- and zero-carbon substitutes, encourage clean consumption of crude oil, increase investment in exploration and development, and enhance scientific and technological innovation to support research and development. …”
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Uso do sistema de resfriamento adiabático evaporativo no conforto térmico de vacas da raça girolando Use of adiabatic evaporative cooling system in thermal comfort of girolando cow... by Gledson L. P. de Almeida, Héliton Pandorfi, Cristiane Guiselini, Hugo M. Henrique, Gleidiana A. P. de Almeida

“…The dry bulb temperature (DBT) and relative humidity (RH) were recorded every minute, which allowed to determine the efficiency of the AECS through the Temperature and Humidity Index (THI) and enthalpy (h). …”
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Intrusion detection system based on machine learning using least square support vector machine by Pratik Waghmode, Manideep Kanumuri, Hosam El-Ocla, Tanner Boyle

“…In addition, our model demonstrates competitive testing time efficiency in 2.8 s for NSL-KDD, 1.0s for CIC-IDS-2017, and 2.8s for UNSW-NB15. …”
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Effects of pepper–maize intercropping on the physicochemical properties, microbial communities, and metabolites of rhizosphere and bulk soils by Zeli Chen, Wenzhi Wang, Lu Chen, Peng Zhang, Zhenhuan Liu, Xukun Yang, Jinliang Shao, Yan Ding, Yanhua Mi

“…Abstract Background Intercropping increases land use efficiency and farmland ecological diversity. However, little is understood about whether and how soil biota, metabolites, and nutrients change under interspecific competition among plants. …”
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STRATEGIC COMPETENCE AS A GUARANTEE OF PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY OF A MODERN IT SPECIALIST by Volkova Nataliia, Oliinyk Iryna, Karpova Maryna

“…The article examines the current problem of professional training of future IT specialists in the context of forming their strategic competence because it is critical for university graduates in the field of IT to be able to strategically plan actions in different ways for effective implementation in their professional activities. …”
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Exploiting Chestnut Biochar as a Functional and Circular Ingredient in Weaned Piglet Diets by Luciana Rossi, Sara Frazzini, Matteo Santoru, Benedetta Canala, Irene Ferri, Alessandra Moscatelli, Elisabetta Onelli, Matteo Dell’Anno, Salvatore Pilu, Serena Reggi

“…Strategies focused on reducing the environmental impact and improving feed efficiency have therefore been explored. Due to its beneficial properties, the application of biochar represents an interesting solution. …”
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Molecular dynamics simulations of interfacial properties of shale oil-CO2， CH4， N2 mixtures by ZHOU Yu, SUN Qian, ZHANG Na, LIU Wei, GUO Lingkong, TANG Zhihao, FU Shuoran

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Active peptides of TSP-1 inhibit retinal angiogenesis through the CD36 pathway in a rat model of choroidal neovascularization. by Yadi Li, Aiping Deng, Kangwei Jiao, Jie Yan, Wandong Zuo, Yujie Dong, Wenrong Xu, Yuting Li, Chunming Guo, Maorong Chen, Run Tian, Zhulin Hu

“…CRISPR-Cas9 technology was utilized to establish CD36 knockdown cell lines, alongside the conduction of qPCR to verify the efficiency of gene knockdown. The expression levels of VEGF and CD31 in RF/6A cells and rats were assessed by Western blot. …”
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