The optimal combination of cooling and equilibration durations, along with the addition of melatonin, gamma-oryzanol, and canthaxanthin, for improving swamp buffalo semen cryoprese... by Wilasinee Inyawilert, Yu-Jing Liao, Oswald Nfor Ndi, Koranit Pradithera, Atchawut Saengtun, Sureeporn Saengwong, Payungsuk Intawicha, Kunlayaphat Wuthijaree, Vorawatt Hanthongkul, Kaikaew Kamdee, Anurak Khieokhajonkhet, Chalothon Amporn, Attapol Tiantong, Chompunut Lumsangkul

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of cooling and equilibration duration, as well as the addition of antioxidants to the semen extender, on the cryopreservation of swamp buffalo semen. Materials and Methods: Semen collected from swamp buffalo bulls was subjected to four different conditions: (T1) 2-h cooling and 2-h equilibration, (T2) 1.5-h cooling and 1.5-h equilibration, (T3) 1-h cooling and 1-h equilibration, and (T4) 0.5-h cooling and 0.5-h equilibration. …”
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Effects of different grain types on nutrient apparent digestibility, glycemic responses, and fecal VFA content in weaned foals by Xinxin Huang, Qian Li, Xuanyue Li, Chao Li, Jiahao Li, Linjiao He, Hongxin Jing, Fan Yang, Xiaobin Li

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Associations between different triglyceride glucose index-related obesity indices and sarcopenia: a cross-sectional study by Wentao Xiao, Taichuan Xu, Yitao Liao, Yenan Xu, Zhihong Fan, Chao Li, Xian Zhang

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Optimal selection of high-production well targets for fault-controlled fractured-vuggy reservoir in Shunbei oil and gas field, Tarim Basin by Lijun GAO, Haiying LI, Wei GONG, Wei YANG, Hongyan LI

“…This process included methods for optimizing well trajectories, selecting well locations, predicting formation pressures before drilling, and predicting wellbore stability, which improved drilling safety and efficiency. …”
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The optimal strategy for seasonal influenza vaccination to prevent high-intensity level of influenza epidemics in Zhejiang, China: an integrated transmission-dynamic and health-eco... by Mengsha Chen, Mengya Yang, Rui Yan, Zhengwei Liu, Can Chen, Rongrong Qu, Wenkai Zhou, Jiaxing Qi, Kexin Cao, Jiani Miao, Xiaoyue Wu, Jiaxin Chen, Qianqian Feng, HuiHui Zhang, Anqi Dai, Yi Yang, Jingtong Zhou, Qin Chen, Jimin Sun, Shigui Yang

“…High-intensity outbreaks were defined as weekly incidence rates above 72.2 per 100,000. Methods This study estimated the incidence of influenza from 2018 to 2023 in Zhejiang Province, China, using influenza weekly surveillance data. …”
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Optimal Siting and Sizing of Multiple DG Units for the Enhancement of Voltage Profile and Loss Minimization in Transmission Systems Using Nature Inspired Algorithms by Ambika Ramamoorthy, Rajeswari Ramachandran

“…In a first step, the best size of DG is determined through PSO metaheuristics and the results obtained through PSO is tested for reverse power flow by negative load approach to find possible bus locations. Then, optimal location is found by Loss Sensitivity Factor (LSF) and weak (WK) bus methods and the results are compared. …”
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Efficacy of different acupuncture-related therapies for tension-type headache: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Yimeng Wang, Wang Lu, Yongjun Wang, Wei Chen, Haiyin Zhao

“…This study aims to update the current evidence on acupuncture and related therapies for TTH, evaluate the efficacy and safety of various acupuncture therapies, and identify the most effective therapeutic strategies, providing valuable guidance for clinical practice.MethodsWe systematically searched randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from four English databases (PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science) and four Chinese databases (Wanfang, VIP, CNKI, and SinoMed), including gray literature, up to April 19, 2024. …”
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Impact of national e-commerce demonstration city pilot policy on urban carbon emission efficiency: From the perspective of soft and hard environments by YUE Li, WANG Xinran

“…It focused on the moderating effects of e-commerce soft and hard environments, providing policy references for achieving carbon neutrality and peak carbon emissions goals. [Methods] Based on prior research, this study employed multiple-period difference-in-differences and double machine learning models to rigorously identify the causal relationship between the NEDC pilot policy and urban CEE, using panel data of 282 prefecture-level administrative units in China from 2006 to 2022. …”
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Photosynthetic efficiency and chlorophyll fluorescence responses of Viola ignobilis Rupr. subjected to different biostimulants and two light intensities by Roshanak Ansari, Khodayar Hemmati, Sara Khorasaninejad, Nahid Niari Khamsi

“…Nowadays, domestication of medicinal plants in accordance with sustainable agricultural methods is a new important challenge. In this research, we used biostimulants and optimization of light intensity as eco-friendly approaches to improve yield and photosynthetic efficiency of V. ignobilis Rupr. …”
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LD-aminopterin in the canine homologue of human atopic dermatitis: a randomized, controlled trial reveals dosing factors affecting optimal therapy. by John A Zebala, Alan Mundell, Linda Messinger, Craig E Griffin, Aaron D Schuler, Stuart J Kahn

“…<h4>Methods and findings</h4>This was a multi-center, double-blind trial involving 75 subjects with canine AD randomized to receive up to 12 weeks of placebo, once-weekly (0.007, 0.014, 0.021 mg/kg) or twice-weekly (0.007 mg/kg) LD-aminopterin. …”
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Effectiveness of different physical activity programs in improving older adults’ physical capacities: a randomized controlled trial by Carolina A. Cabo, Carolina A. Cabo, Carolina A. Cabo, Carolina A. Cabo, Víctor Hernández-Beltrán, Orlando Fernandes, Orlando Fernandes, Cláudia Mendes, Cláudia Mendes, Cláudia Mendes, José M. Gamonales, José M. Gamonales, José M. Gamonales, Mário C. Espada, Mário C. Espada, Mário C. Espada, Mário C. Espada, Mário C. Espada, José A. Parraca, José A. Parraca

“…By comparing training modalities such as Pilates, Aqua Aerobic, and Sensorimotor training, the study evaluates their impact on key physical abilities to determine the optimal program for promoting functional independence and reducing injury risk in older people.MethodsThis study examined 153 participants, divided into a Control Group (N = 44), Sensorimotor Group (N = 46), Aqua Aerobic Group (N = 41), and Pilates Group (N = 22). …”
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Formulation of different concentrations of nanosilver fluoride incorporated dentifrices, evaluation of its cytotoxicity and antimicrobial effect on Streptococcus mutans by Nidhi Gupta, Mamta Yadav, Natasha Gambhir, Divya Singh

“…Objectives: To synthesize and characterize nano silver particles using transmission electron microscopy (TEM).To determine the antimicrobial activity of NSF dentifrices at different concentrations using the agar well diffusion method. …”
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Characteristics and Quality of Life of Patients with COPD with Different Degrees of Exercise-Induced Desaturation on Six-minute Walk Test by Gao B, Wang S, Zhao L, Liao H, Qumu S, Wang P, Yang T, Jiang S

“…Beiyao Gao,1,&amp;ast; Siyuan Wang,1,&amp;ast; Li Zhao,2– 5,&amp;ast; Hongbin Liao,6 Shiwei Qumu,4,5,7 Peijian Wang,1 Ting Yang,4,5,7 Shan Jiang1 1Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Lung Transplantation, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 3National Center for Respiratory Medicine, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 4National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Diseases, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 5Institute of Respiratory Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China; 6Department of Clinical Medicine, Peking University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 7Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China&amp;ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Shan Jiang, Email landjiang@126.com Ting Yang, Email zryyyangting@163.comObjective: To identify predictive factors for different exercise-induced desaturation (EID) severities and evaluate health-related quality of life six months later in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients.Methods: This retrospective study consecutively analyzed 116 COPD outpatients (male: 82.8% [96/116]; age: 63.48 ± 7.48 years; disease severity distribution: GOLD 1/2/3/4 = 55.8%/34.6%/7.7%/1.9%). …”
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Optimal doses of intranasal esketamine plus dexmedetomidine for sedating toddlers during transthoracic echocardiography: a prospective, double-blind, randomized trial by Dongjie Pei, Ting Xiao, Li Zeng, Siwei Wei, Lei Wang, Zhen Du, Shuangquan Qu

“…Introduction Esketamine has unique advantages in combination with dexmedetomidine for sedation in young children, owing to its sympathetic activity and mild respiratory depression. However, the optimal dose is yet to be determined. In this study, we compared the different doses of intranasal esketamine combined with dexmedetomidine for sedation during transthoracic echocardiography in toddlers.Patients and Methods A total of 121 eligible children aged 13 years, who were scheduled for transthoracic echocardiography were randomized into three groups. …”
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Hyperspectral imaging for precision nitrogen management: A comparative exploration of two methodological approaches to estimate optimal nitrogen rate in processing tomato by Vito Aurelio Cerasola, Francesco Orsini, Giuseppina Pennisi, Gaia Moretti, Stefano Bona, Francesco Mirone, Jochem Verrelst, Katja Berger, Giorgio Gianquinto

“…The estimated biomass is used to derive the critical N uptake, and the optimal N rate is computed as the difference between the critical N uptake and the estimated actual N uptake. …”
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Genetic Diversity and Relationship Analysis of Different Local and International Cultivars and some Strawberry Clones (Fragaria× ananassa Duch) by Masume Abedi, Mehdi Hadadinejad, Kamran Ghasemi, Ghafar Kiani

“…Methods: The present study was carried out in Mazandaran Province, Sari City, from November 2020 to June 2021. …”
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Optimal proprioceptive training combined with rehabilitation regimen for lower limb dysfunction in stroke patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Kaiqi Zheng, Li Li, Yahui Zhou, Xiaokun Gong, Gangbin Zheng, Liang Guo

“…BackgroundThis study aims to evaluate the optimal rehabilitation regimen for lower limb dysfunction in stroke patients by analyzing the effects of proprioceptive training (PT) in combination with different rehabilitation interventions.MethodsRandomized controlled trials (RCTs) published up to April 23, 2024, were searched from PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, CNKI, Wanfang, VIP, and SinoMed. …”
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Influence of Continuous Rotation and Optimal Torque Reverse Kinematics on the Cyclic Fatigue Strength of Endodontic NiTi Clockwise Cutting Rotary Instruments by Jorge N. R. Martins, Emmanuel J. N. L. Silva, Duarte Marques, Marco A. Versiani

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Genomic prediction and validation strategies for reproductive traits in Holstein cattle across different Chinese regions and climatic conditions by Rui Shi, Luiz F. Brito, Shanshan Li, Liyun Han, Gang Guo, Wan Wen, Qingxia Yan, Shaohu Chen, Yachun Wang

“…Furthermore, the predictive abilities could be validated for all studied traits based on the LR method across different environments when fitting RNM. …”
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PSA density as a predictor of long-term infectious complications during transurethral resection of the prostate: determining an optimal cut-off value by S. N. Ivanov, M. I. Kogan, Yu. L.  Naboka, V. L. Medvedev, G. A. Palaguta

“…To assess the prostate-specific antigen density (PSAd) as a predictor of long-term infectious complications after transurethral resection of the prostate and to determine the optimal cut-off value.Materials &amp; methods. This single-center study included 162 patients who underwent mono- and bipolar TURP between 2016 – 2023. …”
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