LOX-induced tubulointerstitial fibrosis via the TGF-β/LOX/Snail axis in diabetic mice by Yicheng Lu, Heyangzi Li, Mohan Chen, Yicheng Lin, Xiaoming Zhang

“…Additionally, we identified the TGF-β signaling pathway as an upstream regulator of LOX, and inhibiting LOX partially reversed the partial EMT program in HK-2 cells induced by the TGF-β signaling pathway. …”
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Investigation of the relationship of psychological resilience levels of ıntensive care nurses with their attitudes and behaviors towards end-of-life care: a cross-sectional study by Aysel Doğan, Runida Doğan, Buşra Akyol, Hediye Kanar

“…To enhance these attitudes, various training sessions, seminars, and program initiatives should be developed. Additionally, future studies should be conducted with larger sample groups to further explore this relationship. …”
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Can open-defecation free (ODF) communities be sustained? A cross-sectional study in rural Ghana. by Caroline Delaire, Joyce Kisiangani, Kara Stuart, Prince Antwi-Agyei, Ranjiv Khush, Rachel Peletz

“…Community-led total sanitation (CLTS) is a widely used approach to reduce open defecation in rural areas of low-income countries. Following CLTS programs, communities are designated as open defecation free (ODF) when household-level toilet coverage reaches the threshold specified by national guidelines (e.g., 80% in Ghana). …”
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Application of an ICP-MS method for determination of metal content in whey protein supplements by Laura Ajdari, Liljana Anastasova, Lidija Petrushevska-Tozi, Rumenka Petkovska, Rejhan Muhamed Xhumkar, Biljana Manevska

“…Method’s accuracy and precision were assessed using certified reference materials from FAPAS proficiency testing (PT) program. Results indicated that the verified method could be successfully applied for routine determination of the selected metals in WPS with satisfactory analytical performance. …”
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Demographic characteristics of elk in the Glass Mountains, Texas by Paula Skrobarczyk Pohler, Louis A. Harveson, Patricia Moody Harveson

“…Forming a cooperative management program and improved estimates of population dynamics will result in better management recommendations to resource managers. © 2014 The Wildlife Society.…”
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Ecological and Population Dynamics of Black and Grey Francolin (Phasianidae) in Totali Game Reserve, Pakistan by Asad Ullah, Sumaira Shams, Sultan Ayaz, Eliana Ibáñez Arancibia, Unays Siraj, Patricio R. De los Rios-Escalante, Taqi Ullah, Farhad Badshah

“…Furthermore, conservation efforts should prioritize the preservation and restoration of pastureland ecosystems and incorporate rigorous monitoring programs to guide adaptive management strategies aimed at mitigating population declines.…”
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Characterization of the Process of Attention to Hypertensive People in a Cerro Municipality Polyclinic by Marilyn Hernández Sánchez, Addys Díaz Piñera, Armando Rodríguez Salvá, Mayté Más Gómez, Hortensia Cueto Lamar

“…There were difficulties with dispensing, compliance with the program, in addition to a low perception of risk in these people.…”
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A Probability-Based Framework for Evaluating Slope Failure Under Rainfall Using Coupled Finite Element Analysis by Nadarajah Ravichandran, Tharshikka Vickneswaran

“…The study aims to develop a probabilistic framework for evaluating the probability of failure of an earth slope using the response surface derived from sample data generated from a coupled flow–deformation finite element (FE) program considering uncertain rainfall characteristics. …”
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A Retrospective Study to Evaluate the Quality Assurance of Thyroid Profile In A Tertiary Care Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory by Harish Rangareddy, Shashidhar Kurpad Nagaraj, Prabhavathi Kannala

“…All analytes demonstrated sigma levels below 6 (2.61-5.85) varying from poor to excellent and the QGI was below 0.8, indicating a need to enhance the precision of assays. …”
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Gait Analysis and Fall Risk Assessment in Different Age Groups: A Comparative Study by Thanaporn Sukpramote, Wongwit Senavongse

“…GaitBEST is used for analyzing and calculating key timing points and displacement values from the Kinect detector as it captures the location of joint points and adjusts them to the program. After the gait testing, the result is displayed immediately. …”
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Effect of Watermelon Juice Compared to Carbohydrate Drinks on Rehydration and Anaerobic Performance in Active Male Adolescents by Mohsen Mohammadnia Ahmadi, Mohammad Reza Gheybizadeh, Mohammad Yousefi, Aliyeh Daryabor

“…Methods: In this quasi-experimental study, twelve active adolescents experienced weight loss of about 2% in three separate sessions, one week apart, by running a treadmill exercise program including two sets of 30-minute aerobic activity separated by a 10-minute rest. …”
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EMBRYO IN VITRO: ON THE QUESTION OF LEGAL STATUS (FROM THE STANDPOINT OF CIVIL LAW) by AKHMETYANOVA Z.A, GARAEVA G.K., NIZAMIEVA O.N., OPIHTINA E.G.

“…Accordingly, the main goal of the study is to reveal the optimal legal model of the indicated relations. The paper highlights the problems of determining the legal nature of the embryo and applying the relevant legal norms to it and identifies the gaps in domestic legislation regarding the legal fate of embryos not used in the provision of medical care, as well as embryos that have undergone cryopreservation. …”
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Chemical Dermal Exposure Risk Assessment in the Water Treatment Plant of Fertilizer Industry by Rizki Rahmawati, Mila Tejamaya

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On the Early Diagnosis of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Case Description) by M. A. Gomberg, Z. R. Khismatullina, N. K. Fayzulin, A. M. Titoyan

“…Under the conditions of the Republican Dermatovenerologic Dispensary, the patient underwent X-ray therapy according to the radical program in 5 days a week by the Xstrahl-300 (0545) instrument with the single and summary tumour doses on the area of the nasal skin tumour equal to 400 and 4000 cGy, respectively. …”
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The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict in the context of the foreign policy of Iran in the Transcaucasus at the end of XX the beginning of XXI century by A. A. Tolokneva

“…The article pays attention to the attitude of Armenia and Azerbaijan to the Iranian nuclear program in the context of interstate relations and regional security. …”
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Interactive Geographic Visualization and Unsupervised Learning for Optimal Assignment of Preachers to Appropriate Congregations by Rahmad Kurniawan, Ibnu Daqiqil ID, Abdul Somad Batubara, Fitra Lestari, Arisman Adnan, Fatayat Fatayat, Ilyas Husti

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The neural basis of neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer’s disease by Nicole K. Zhang, Selena K. Zhang, Li I. Zhang, Li I. Zhang, Huizhong W. Tao, Huizhong W. Tao, Guang-Wei Zhang, Guang-Wei Zhang

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SVR-Optimized ANN Model for Predicting Earthquake Risk in Electrical Substations Based on Disaster Datasets in the Aceh Region, Indonesia by Elvy Sahnur Nasution, Yuwaldi Away, Syahrial, Ira Devi Sara, Andri Novandri

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Development and Evaluation of a Pilot Short-Term Mental Health Curriculum with Longitudinal Evaluation for Minority Youth by Robin Granberry, Vivek Mathesh, Lauren Ford, Wesley Thompson, Hilda Loria, Thomas Pak

“…Qualitative feedback from students and administrators indicated strengths of the curriculum included its adaptability and applicability to students’ lives. …”
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Exploring genetic variability using multivariate analysis and association studies in advanced Ethiopian mustard (Brassica carinata A. braun) genotypes by Mohammed Abu, Birhanu Mengistu, Alemu Doda, Fekadu Amsalu

“…The first three principal components extracted accounted for a significant percentage of the total variation, and the genotypes were categorized into four clusters, indicating moderate divergence. Utilizing yield per plot (g), oil content (%), days to flowering (days), thousand seed weight (g), and days to maturity(days) as selection criteria is essential for broadening the genetic base of Brassica carinata germplasm in Ethiopia, which is crucial for an effective breeding program. …”
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