LEVELS OF TNF-α IN ASYMPTOMATIC APICAL PERIODONTITIS by Teodora Karteva, Tatyana Todorova, Neshka Manchorova-Veleva, Maria Kazakova, Ekaterina Karteva, Donka Keskinova, Stoyan Vladimirov, Victoria Sarafian

“…The aim of the study was to examine TNF-α production by peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from patients with AAP and to explore its correlation to the lesions’ characteristics. Materials and methods Patients (n=20) diagnosed with AAP were included in the study. …”
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The Influence of Laser-Assisted Irrigation on Root Canal Debris Removal by Monika Sharma, Abhipsha Lahiri, Kiran Singbal, Mukesh Soni, Vanisha Mehta, Rahul A. Razdan

“…This study evaluates the efficacy of LAI in removing debris from root canals compared to conventional irrigation techniques. Materials and Methods: Forty single-rooted mandibular premolars were selected and randomly divided into two groups of 20 teeth each. …”
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SOCIAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL COMPONENTS OF PERSONALITY AND COPING STRATEGIES OF ADOLESCENTS WITH VARYING DEGREES OF DRUG ADDICTION by Ivan V. Malyshev

“…To study the socio-psychological and individual characteristics of personality and coping behavior of adolescents with varying degrees of drug addiction Materials and methods. The following methods were used in the psychodiagnostic study: R. …”
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NONLINEAR BEHAVIOR CALCULATION ALGORITHM FOR THIN-WALLED SYSTEMS by G. M. Murtazaliev, M. M. Payzulaev

“…Based on an algorithm combining approximate analytical and numerical methods, the article solves the model problem — studying the behavior of a thin-walled spherical shell under load.Method. …”
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Reproductive health ignorance in disasters: A qualitative study by Elham Rajabi, Fahimeh Ramezani Tehrani, Mehrdad Farrokhi, Mehdi Norouzi, Hamid Reza Khankeh

“…In view of the issue’s importance and the notable gap in scientific documentation, this research was conducted to examine the underlying factors that lead to the neglect of RH in post-disaster settings in Iran. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A qualitative study was conducted using the method of content analysis, by performing in-depth semi-structured interviews in 2021–2022. …”
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Digital Transformation of the Higher Education System: Directions and Risks by S. A. Mikheev

“…The types of risks associated with each of the described areas are also highlighted.Materials and methods. A set of methods was used in the paper: bibliographic (selection of articles by keywords); bibliometric (quantitative characteristics by time parameters); content analysis (method of studying the content of articles); evaluation of keyword queries using Internet services.Results. …”
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Clinical and Radiographical Evaluation of Papilla Levels Following Two Different Techniques for Second-stage Implant Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial by Udayabhanu Jagannadha Raju, K. P. Ashok, Anupama Masapu, T.S.S. Manikanta, Sindhuri Yerra, Sowparnica Naidu

“…Group A underwent an I-shaped incision, whereas Group B underwent a modified roll flap method that preserved the papillae. Materials and Methods: Clinical parameters such as the gingival index, papilla index, Jemt index, gingival biotype, and crestal bone contact point distance were assessed at T0 (at crown placing time) and T1 (3 months after placing the crown). …”
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NUMERICAL SIMULATION OF THE FORMATION OF HAILSTONES IN THE CLOUDS AT THE NATURAL DEVELOPMENT AND AT THE ACTIVE INFLUENCE WITH THE HELP OF CRYSTALLIZING REAGENT by Vitaly Alexandrovich Shapovalov

“…The relevance of the study is due to the need to develop scientifically valid methods of active impact to hail clouds. Materials and methods of research: The paper used a three-dimensional model of powerful convective clouds with a detailed description of thermodynamic, microphysical and electrical processes. …”
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Digital Transformation of the Higher Education System: Directions and Risks by A. Kh. Shelepaeva

“…The types of risks associated with each of the described areas are also highlighted.Materials and methods. A set of methods was used in the paper: bibliographic (selection of articles by keywords); bibliometric (quantitative characteristics by time parameters); content analysis (method of studying the content of articles); evaluation of keyword queries using Internet services.Results. …”
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Convection and Microwave–Convection Drying of Moldavian Dragonhead (<i>Dracocephalum moldavica</i> L.) Leaves by Ewa Gondek, Anna Kamińska-Dwórznicka, Sławomir Kocira, Tomasz Oniszczuk, Michał Bialik, Mateusz Stasiak

“…Despite the wide possibilities of using dried Moldavian dragonhead leaves, research on the selection of drying methods is scarce. This particular study investigated the traditional convection and the hybrid microwave–convection methods to dry Moldavian dragonhead leaves. …”
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Digital Wireless Technology to Measure Agricultural Performance by V. F. Fedorenko, V. E. Tarkivskiy

“…(Materials and methods) The authors assumed that it was possible to determine the slipping of driving wheels using an inertial navigation system. …”
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The Use of Sugarcane Bagasse to Remove the Organic Dyes from Wastewater by Meryem Kerrou, Najia Bouslamti, Abdelaziz Raada, Abdellah Elanssari, Driss Mrani, My Sliman Slimani

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Effect of oxygen content on bending strength and thermal conductivity of aluminum nitride ceramics by PU Enxiang, ZHOU Wenxiang, CHEN Zeji, ZHANG Zhirui, HUANG Youwen, XU Shichun, JIA Baorui, QIN Mingli

“…AlN ceramic powders with the different oxygen contents were prepared by the carbon-thermal reduction method through controlling the carbon removal process, using Al2O3 powders and carbon black as raw materials. …”
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Preparation and Characterization of Activated Carbon from Iraqi Khestawy Date Palm by Falah H. Hussein, Ahmed F. Halbus, Abbas J. Lafta, Zahraa H. Athab

“…These three types of AC were synthesized by a physiochemical activation method using the same activator which was H3PO4. These materials were investigated using different techniques such as Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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An acoustic microprobe by Jerzy LITNIEWSKI

“…With this microprobe the acoustic pressure amplitude can be measured with the resolution below the wave length in liquid media and at the surface of solids, in the frequency range from 30 to 40 MHz. The method of finding the resolving power of the microprobe by measuring the response function for a point source has been described. …”
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Wind Turbine Radar Cross Section by David Jenn, Cuong Ton

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TRANSFORMATION PROCESSES OF THE ASTYONYMS ON THE GEOGRAPHICAL MAP OF KAZAKHSTAN (LATE XIX - EARLY XXI CENTURIES) by T. I. Gerasimenko, D. Z. Iskaliyev

“…Monitoring of this process is necessary for the development of optimal directions of regional and interstate policy. Materials and methods of research. Materials and methods of research. …”
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Operation Analysis and Improvement of Technological Lines for the Organic Fertilizers Production by K. N. Sorokin

“…(Materials and methods) The authors studied the efficiency of the technological lines based on their technical capabilities. …”
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Intelligent system for modelling climate variability by P. G. Asalkhanov, N. V. Bendik, Ya. M. Ivanyo

“…Methods. The choice of research methods was determined by the properties of source information and its volume: a series of observations over a long period, sampling over a short period, historical and archival materials, etc. …”
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Versatile Gyroinclinometer Based on a Single Axis Angular Rate Sensor by Ya. I. Binder, I. A. Khazov

“…To develop an inexpensive versatile GI that maintains a balance between shock resistance and accuracy (com[1]parable to fiber-optic ARS) based on a single-axis vibrating ring gyroscope (VRG) with an induction-type resonator made using MEMS technology.Materials and methods. The method of multi-position compassing with a single uniaxial ARS was implemented by transition from simultaneous biaxial measurements to uniaxial measurements in five successive positions of the frame (through 90°) along the toolface angle. …”
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