DNA Barcoding Using 18S rRNA Gene Fragments for Identification of Tick-Borne Protists in Ticks in the Republic of Korea by Badriah Alkathiri, Subin Lee, KyuSung Ahn, So Youn Youn, Mi-Sun Yoo, Hyang-Sim Lee, Yun Sang Cho, Jaeyun Jung, Kwangwon Seo, Soochong Kim, Rika Umemiya-Shirafuji, Xuenan Xuan, Dongmi Kwak, SungShik Shin, Seung-Hun Lee

“…Between 2021 and 2022, questing ticks were collected using the flagging method, with a total of 13,375 ticks collected and pooled into 1003 samples. …”
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Research Progress of Grating-Based X-Ray Phase-Contrast Imaging and Key Devices by Fangke Zong, Jun Yang, Jinchuan Guo, Jingjin Zhang, Yang Du, Chenggong Zhang

“…Furthermore, this article introduces key parameters for assessing the quality of grating phase-contrast imaging, specifically image noise and sensitivity, along with their calculation methods. These insights are valuable for optimizing grating-based phase-contrast imaging devices. …”
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Expert consensus on the evaluation and management of high-risk indeterminate pulmonary nodules by Yang Dawei, Stephan Lam, Kai Wang, Zhou Jian, Zhang Xiaoju, Wang Qi, Zhou Chengzhi, Zhang Lichuan, Bai Li, Wang Yuehong, Li Ming, Sun Jiayuan, Li Yang, Fengming Kong, Haiquan Chen, Ming Fan, Xuan Jianwei, Fred R. Hirsch, Charles A. Powell, Bai Chunxue

“…Background: The most effective method for improving the prognosis of lung cancer is the application of low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) for pulmonary nodule screening in populations at high risk. …”
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Analysis of differences in physicochemical properties and bacterial community characteristics of rhizosphere soil in apple orchards under different cover treatments by HU Zhifang, CHENG Lijun, LI Yunguo, HUANG Guoyan, CAI Rongjing, MA Miandi, MA Jing, CHEN Chen, YANG Yanqun, LU Xingkai, QUAN Yong

“…This study explored the impact of the grass cover (GC) and rice straw mulch (RSM) on the physicochemical properties of rhizospheric soil and the structure of bacterial communities in apple orchards. [Methods] The soil samples were collected from the apple orchards subjected to both GC and RSM treatments. …”
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CAUSES OF DEATH IN HIV-INFECTED PATIENTS IN A LARGE TUBERCULOSIS HOSPITAL OF KEMEROVO REGION by I. B. Viktororva, A. L. Khanin, V. N. Zimina

“…Conclusion: There is a need for the optimization of HIV detecting approaches and early initiation of antiretroviral therapy before the appearance of incurable opportunistic diseases, as well as for comprehensive TB prevention.…”
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Suaeda Salsa Hyperspectral Index (SSHI) for mapping S. salsa in coastal wetlands using hyperspectral satellite imagery: case studies in northern coastal China by Mengyao Zhang, Yinghai Ke, Kun Shang, Zhaojun Zhuo, Han Liu, Peng Li, Nana Zhao, Jinghan Sha, Jinyuan Li

“…To evaluate the performance of SSHI, a simple thresholding method and a random forest (RF) model were used to map S. salsa, respectively. …”
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Portable Impedance Analyzer for FET-Based Biosensors with Embedded Analysis of Randles Circuits’ Spectra by Norman Pfeiffer, Martin Bach, Alice Steiner, Anna-Elisabeth Gerhardt, Joan Bausells, Abdelhamid Errachid, Albert Heuberger

“…The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) is a measurement method for characterizing bio-recognition events of a sensor, such as field-effect transistor-based biosensors (BioFETs). …”
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SSegRef2Surf—Near Real-Time Photogrammetric Flood Monitoring and Refinement of Classified Water Surfaces by Michael Kögel, Lilly Feile, Fabian Möldner, Dirk Carstensen

“…Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with conventional camera systems and classification based on orthophotos from photogrammetric postprocessing and artificial intelligence are widely used to detect flooded areas. However, these methods often involve time-intensive pre- and postprocessing steps and fail to incorporate geometric factors such as elevation data and water depths. …”
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Smart Deployable Scissor Lift Brace to Mitigate Earthquake Risks of Soft-Story Buildings by Vijayalaxmi Rangrej, Ricky W. K. Chan

“…The system addresses the limitations of traditional retrofitting methods, providing an efficient solution for enhancing the structural integrity of buildings while preserving the functionality of open lower floors, commonly used for car parking or retail spaces. …”
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AMR Surveillance in Africa: Are We There Yet? by Prof Sabiha Essack, Sabiha Y. Essack

“…Data reliability and validity, fidelity of laboratory methods and quality assurance are frequently cited limitations raising concerns on the utility of phenotypic AMR surveillance data for policy and practice action.Genomic AMR surveillance in Africa is limited to discrete research projects at Universities and research institutions that describe the resistome, mobilome, virulome and phylogeny using whole genomic sequencing and open-source bioinformatics tools in the main and genomic surveillance capacity is steadily increasing on the content. …”
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Development and observation of a three-dimensional scanning coaxial Mie lidar for dynamic monitoring of near-surface aerosol plumes by QingWei Li, Yu Xin, ChunSheng Chen, YiNing Li, Yun Jiang, WeiWei Song

“…To meet the observation requirements of near-surface aerosols, an aerosol inversion algorithm combining the Fernald and Klett methods was designed and developed. For aerosol plume monitoring needs, an aerosol plume-tracking algorithm based on Kalman filtering was developed to track the spatiotemporal evolution of aerosols automatically. …”
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In Vitro Production of Plantlets and Microrhizomes, Genetic Fidelity Assessment, and Metabolic Profiling of <i>Boesenbergia rotunda</i> (L.) Mansf. by Kankamon Thepthong, Supanath Kanjanawattanawong

“…These findings support the development of efficient micropropagation methods and highlight MRZ as a source of diverse bioactive compounds, contributing to the medicinal value of <i>B. rotunda</i> in sustainable and large-scale production.…”
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Synthesis, Functionalization, and Biomedical Applications of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles (IONPs) by Mostafa Salehirozveh, Parisa Dehghani, Ivan Mijakovic

“…This review comprehensively examines the synthesis methods, surface functionalization techniques, and diverse biomedical applications of IONPs. …”
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Approach of management a patient with vertigo in out-patient practice: case of recurrent benign paroxysmal positional vertigo with vitamin D deficiency by A. S. Bedenko

“…Identifying and correcting of metabolic factors will optimize therapy.…”
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Designing the alignment model of petrochemical projects with the country's industrial strategies in the Ministry of Petroleum by Abdolrasoul Shojaeian, ghanbar abbaspour esfadan, Changiz Valmohammadi, Aboutorab Alirezaei

“…Abstract The purpose of this research is to design a model for the alignment of petroleum refinery projects with the country's industrial strategies in the Ministry of Oil. The research method is applicable in terms of purpose, qualitative in terms of data collection, and data-based type. …”
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A Comprehensive Description of the Roadmap to Identify and Validate a Myelin Biomarker by Giovanna Capodivento, Davide Visigalli, Andrea Armirotti, Chiara Demichelis, Marinella Carpo, Roberto Fancellu, Erika Schirinzi, Daniele Severi, Diego Franciotta, Fiore Manganelli, Gabriele Siciliano, Alessandro Beronio, Elisabetta Capello, Paola Lanteri, Eduardo Nobile-Orazio, Angelo Schenone, Luana Benedetti, Lucilla Nobbio

“…Design: This study adheres to STROBE guidelines for observational cross-sectional studies on human patients and to ARRIVE guidelines for animal models. Method: Following the recommendations of the Society for CSF Analysis and Clinical Neurochemistry, we describe the stepwise process to validate SM as a myelin biomarker, starting from the optimization of the fluorescence-based assay and analytical validation in experimental models until clinical and pathological validation in biological fluids of neurological patients. …”
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A Novel Phenology-Based Index for Plastic-Mulched Farmland Extraction and Its Application in a Typical Agricultural Region of China Using Sentinel-2 Imagery and Google Earth Engine by Xinyu Dong, Jiaguo Li, Ning Xu, Junjie Lei, Zhen He, Limin Zhao

“…Plastic-mulching technology has a crucial role to play in modern agriculture by optimizing crop growth environments and enhancing yields. …”
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Predictive Value of the Early Spontaneous Movements for Preterm Infants’ Neurodevelopmental Outcome at 12 Months’ Corrected Age by Ayse Yildiz, Ramazan Yildiz, Umut Apaydin, Pelin Atalan Efkere, Rabia Zorlular, Bulent Elbasan

“…Methods Forty preterm children were examined. Early spontaneous movements were evaluated using the General Movement Assessment (GMA), which detects the MOS‐R. …”
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Assessment of liver graft hypoxia via 18F-FMISO PET‑CT imaging by I. I. Tileubergenov, A. A. Ivanova, A. L. Dolbov, O. A. Gerasimova, A. R. Sheraliev, V. N. Zhuykov, D. A. Granov

“…This technique shows promise as a non-invasive diagnostic tool for detecting hypoxic changes in liver grafts. However, further optimization and validation of the technique are necessary.…”
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Advances in in vivo magnetic resonance spectroscopy for metabolic disorders by Yuliya Kupriyanova, Yuliya Kupriyanova, Vera Schrauwen-Hinderling, Vera Schrauwen-Hinderling, Vera Schrauwen-Hinderling

“…The potential application of MRS to investigate lipid and glycogen stores, as well as energy metabolism are reviewed and novel methods to extract more detailed information on fatty acid composition or newly detectable metabolites such as acetylcarnitine or nicotinamide adenosine dinucleotide (NAD+) and NADH are discussed. …”
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