Dietary antioxidants and obesity: a new perspective on the role of composite dietary antioxidant index in reducing obesity risk using a dual-criteria definition by Yi-Qian Chen, Chen Wang, Yi-Jie Zhang, Yue-Yang Zhang

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the association between the Composite Dietary Antioxidant Index (CDAI) and obesity defined by both BMI and waist circumference (WC).MethodsThis was a cross-sectional study using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2009–2018. …”
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The Sex and Race Specific Relationship between Anthropometry and Body Fat Composition Determined from Computed Tomography: Evidence from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis. by Morgana Mongraw-Chaffin, Sherita Hill Golden, Matthew A Allison, Jingzhong Ding, Pamela Ouyang, Pamela J Schreiner, Moyses Szklo, Mark Woodward, Jeffery Hunter Young, Cheryl A M Anderson

“…<h4>Methods</h4>CT scans from 1,851 participants in the population based Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis were assessed for visceral and subcutaneous fat areas by semi-automated segmentation of body compartments. …”
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Data Reconciliation-Based Hierarchical Fusion of Machine Learning Models by Pál Péter Hanzelik, Alex Kummer, János Abonyi

“…The first method involves no data reconciliation, relying solely on machine learning models built independently at each hierarchical level. …”
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Thermal Conductivity Model Analysis of Unsaturated Ice-Containing Soil by Qiang Han, Zhiguo Wang, Rui Qin

“…The variation characteristics of thermal conductivity of permafrost soil with related parameters (porosity, water ratio, moisture percentage, ice content, and tortuosity) are discussed. The model built in this paper provides novel concepts and methods for analyzing the thermal conductivity characteristics of unsaturated soil, as well as enhancing and advancing the analysis.…”
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Engineering a Dual-Function Starch–Cellulose Composite for Colon-Targeted Probiotic Delivery and Synergistic Gut Microbiota Regulation in Type 2 Diabetes Therapeutics by Ruixiang Liu, Yikang Ding, Yujing Xu, Qifeng Wu, Yanan Chen, Guiming Yan, Dengke Yin, Ye Yang

“…<b>Objectives:</b> This study engineered a colon-targeted drug delivery system (CTDS) using the dual pharmaceutical and edible properties of <i>Pueraria lobata</i> to encapsulate <i>Lactobacillus paracasei</i> for Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) therapy. <b>Methods:</b> The CTDS was designed as a core–shell composite through microwave–hydrothermal engineering, comprising the following: (1) a retrograded starch shell with acid/enzyme-resistant crystallinity to protect probiotics from gastric degradation; (2) a porous cellulose core derived from <i>Pueraria lobata</i>’s natural microstructure, serving as a colonization scaffold for probiotics. …”
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The Physicochemical Parameters, Phenolic Content, and Antioxidant Activity of Honey from Stingless Bees and <i>Apis mellifera</i>: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Ana Karen Zaldivar-Ortega, Antonio de Jesús Cenobio-Galindo, Nuria Morfin, Gabriel Aguirre-Álvarez, Rafael G. Campos-Montiel, Nuria Esturau-Escofet, Angel Garduño-García, Juan Carlos Angeles-Hernandez

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Agrobiological assessment of broccoli hybrids under the conditions of the Western Forest-Steppe of Ukraine by В. В. Хареба, О. Й. Дидів, І. В. Дидів, Н. В. Лещук

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An early evaluation of team consistency and scope optimization in team-based cancer care by Leah K. Lambert, Farinaz Havaei, Scott M. Beck, Andy Ma, John Larmet, Jagbir Kaur, Nassim Adhami, Dan Le, Ryan Woods

“…Study objectives include an early-phase evaluation of (i) the association between TBC elements and team effectiveness and (ii) staff perceptions of barrier and facilitators of team effectiveness. Methods A series of five surveys over a 2-year period will be administered to prospectively evaluate the ongoing implementation of TBC. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE INSTITUTIONAL ENVIRONMENT FOR THE MODELING OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF REGIONS by N. A. Ivanov, I. V. Kozhushkina, M. S. Oborin, M. Yu. Sheresheva

“…The aim of the study is to develop the characteristics of the institutional environment to ensure the sustainable development of regions.Methods. Research methods comprise the system analysis, socio- economic modelling and forecasting. …”
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Relationship between bmi and glomerular filtration rate in a large cohort initiating a weight loss program: differential contributions of fat mass, fat-free mass, and abdominal fat... by Alessandro Leone, Francesca Menichetti, Laila Vignati, Federica Sileo, Ramona De Amicis, Andrea Foppiani, Simona Bertoli, Alberto Battezzati

“…Methods A cross-sectional study of 9704 subjects (72% female, median age 47y, median BMI 28.1 kg/m2) was carried out. …”
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Dynamic Modulus Regression Models for Cold Recycled Asphalt Mixtures by João Meneses, Kamilla Vasconcelos, Kazuo Kuchiishi, Liedi Bernucci

“…The analysis of CRAM composition showed a strong relation between the compaction method and the stiffness of CRAMs.…”
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CIRC Type Cooperative Learning Model in Learning Arabic Rules by Mochamad Syaifudin, Muhammad Sofwan bin Harizan

“…Based on that problem, the right learning model is needed in its delivery. This article will discuss one of the models for learning Arabic rules, namely the CIRC (Cooperative Integrated Reading And Composition) learning model. …”
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Thermodynamic calculation-assisted design of 500 MPa high performance steel by machine learning by Weiyi Gong, Jinshan He, Fan Wang, Xitao Wang

“…The prediction results demonstrated the rationality of the composition design framework. Meanwhile, the method of combining the material database and ML proposed in this study can also be applied to the design of other low-alloy steels.…”
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A new modelling approach for the pyrolysis step in biomass gasification by Otto A. Ortiz, Laura M. Orozco, Luis A. Rios

“…This improved model allowed obtaining all the parameters that are needed for the further simulation of the gasification process: yield of main pyrolytic fractions, concentrations of gas molecules, element composition of char, element composition of tar and concentrations of molecules present in tar. …”
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Atmospheric Pollutant Flow and Precipitation: Modeling Effects on the Vegetation Ecosystem by Allag Fateh, Saddek Bouharati, Lamri Tedjar, Mohamed Fenni

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Prediction of rare and anomalous minerals using anomaly detection and machine learning techniques by Abish Sharapatov, Alisher Saduov, Nazerke Assirbek, Madiyar Abdyrov, Beibit Zhumabayev

“…The findings demonstrate the potential of unsupervised learning to enhance mineral classification, reduce exploration costs, and improve predictive modeling for rare mineral deposits. Future research will refine these methods by integrating Deep Isolation Forest, Autoencoders, and Graph Neural Networks, further strengthening machine learning applications in geosciences.…”
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Effects of propolis supplementation on prooxidant-antioxidant balance, oxidative stress biomarkers, and body composition in obese patients with NAFLD: A double-blind randomized con... by Hamideh Nazari-Bonab, Mahlagha Nikbaf-Shandiz, Helda Tutunchi, Mehrangiz Ebrahimi-Mameghani

“…The present clinical trial investigated the effect of Iranian PRP on prooxidant-antioxidant balance (PAB), oxidative stress biomarkers, and body composition in obese patients with NAFLD. Methods: In the present double-blind, randomized controlled clinical trial, 44 obese patients with NAFLD were randomly allocated to either Iranian PRP (1500 mg/d) or placebo (1500 mg/d) accompanied by a calorie-restricted diet (CRD) for eight weeks. …”
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Petroelastic modeling of carbonate reservoirs in the view of different void types by Ya. S. Grigoryan, I. O. Bayuk

“…Using Berryman’s self-consistent method, we created a model of rock elastic properties, or a petroelastic model, the void space in which was represented by isometric pores and fractures. …”
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Research advances and development trends of wire-based laser directed energy deposition additive manufacturing technology by YUAN Yucheng, SONG Jun, LUO Jiajie, LI Xiangru, SONG Bo, SHI Yusheng

“…Based on this， this paper provides a detailed introduction to the current research status of W-LDED technology from three aspects： process parameter optimization， deposition quality analysis， and microstructural composition control. It analyzes the impact of different parameters on forming quality and manufacturing stability， proposes optimization strategies， summarizes the current application scenarios of W-LDED technology， and presents ideas for the future development trends of this technology，including material innovation and the development of multifuctional composites，research on forming mechanisms，establishing predictive models for process-defect-microstructure property relationships， new hybrid additive/subtractive manufacturing methods，and the development of large-scale，high-precision，and multifuctional equipment.…”
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Nutrient availability modulates the effects of plastic leachates on the growth and community dynamics of free-living freshwater bacteria by Marius Schubert, Fazel Abdolahpur Monikh, Fazel Abdolahpur Monikh, Fazel Abdolahpur Monikh, Yuyi Yang, Yuyi Yang, Yuyi Yang, Hans-Peter Grossart, Hans-Peter Grossart

“…Free-living (&lt;5.0 μm) microbial communities of Lake Stechlin, Germany, were exposed to these leachates, and changes in total microbial growth and community composition were analysed using dose response models.ResultsNutrient availability resulted in different effects on total microbial growth and community composition of the tested synthetic polymers. …”
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