Coupling Coordination and Influencing Factors of Urbanization and Rural Revitalization in Nine Border Provinces of China by Qin Qiuyan, Lu Rucheng, Duan Lian, Wu Bin, Liu Shaokun, Zhang Liguo

“…Urban-rural coordination in the border area was vigorously promoted, and the provincial-rural development gap has narrowed over time. ③ The degree of coordination between urbanization and rural revitalization had changed from moderate coordination to high coordination, and the nine border provinces were classified as either optimization and enhancement type, adjustment and progress type, or key breakthrough type according to the degree of coordination of the two systems. ④ The coordinated development of the two systems of urbanization and rural revitalization in the nine border provinces of China was the result of the intertwined and coupled effects of different internal and external forces. …”
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Effects of adding dietary bakery waste to corn on broiler growth performance, carcass traits, and feed costs by Wilaiwan Sirirotjanaput, Jeerasak Chobtang, Auraiwan Isuwan, Supawadee Chimtomg, Janjira Sittiya

“…We hypothesized that this substitution would maintain performance while reducing feed costs. Materials and Methods: A total of 240 1-day-old Ross 308 broiler chicks were randomly assigned to two dietary treatments: (T1) A control diet with 100% corn and (T2) a diet replacing 40% of corn with bakery waste. …”
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The Application of Digital Intelligence Technology in the Management of Non-Hospitalized Patients with Rare Diseases by YAO Yiyang, GAO Yi, GUO Yixuan, QIN Zhuoyue, ZHANG Yaofang, JING Jiaqi, XIE Jing, GUO Jian, ZHANG Shuyang

“…Objective To provide references to and give suggestions to the development and optimiza-tion of Digital Intelligence (DI) technology in management of non-hospitalized patients by systematical review the application of digital technology in non-hospital settings. Methods We designed the search strategy and used the words " rare diseases"" patient management"" non-hospitalized management"" community management"" digital intelligence"" big data"" telemedicine" as MESH terms or free words. …”
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A Retrospective Analysis of Jordan’s National COVID-19 Call Center: Operations, Effectiveness, and Lessons Learned by Alrawashdeh A, Simmons N, Alhawarat M, Maayeh MS, Kheirallah KA

“…In Jordan, the Ministry of Health (MOH) collaborated with the Jordan Nurses and Midwives Council and the USAID Local Health System Sustainability Project to set up a call center for contact tracing of COVID-19.Objective: This study described the operation and assessed the effectiveness of Jordan’s COVID-19 call center activities in reaching COVID-19 cases and their contacts.Methods: A retrospective observational design was conducted using data from all calls made by the COVID-19 call center cases between November 2020 and April 2022. …”
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Induced After-Death Communication (IADC) Therapy: An Effective and Quick Intervention to Cope with Grief by Fabio D’Antoni, Irene Pulvirenti, Antonella D’Orlando, Vilma Claudio, Claudio Lalla

“…Methods: This study employed a prospective observational cohort design with a retrospective analysis, comparing the effectiveness of IADC therapy (experimental group, <i>n</i> = 42) to standard grief interventions combining talk therapy and EMDR (control group, <i>n</i> = 43). …”
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Microbial community succession during tobacco fermentation reveals a flavor-improving mechanism by Jingjing Zhu, Jingjing Zhu, Jitao Wang, Zichao An, Zichao An, Chen Shen, Hongxu Dong, Haojun Wang, Zhenxing Peng, Bo Yang, Juanjuan Liu, Juanjuan Liu, Xiaojie Wang, Xiaojie Wang, Zemin Fang, Zemin Fang

“…Artificial microbial fermentation, which is more controllable and efficient, focuses on mining functional strains to optimize the process.MethodsIn this study, the microbial community structure and function of FCT fermentated for 0–4 years were analyzed, and the changes of metabolites in tobacco leaves in different years were analyzed. …”
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Clinical performance evaluation of the SiJoy GS1 continuous glucose monitor during oral glucose tolerance testing in healthy adults by Wanyi Zhao, Wanyi Zhao, Wanyi Zhao, Wanyi Zhao, Wanyi Zhao, Dongmei Zheng, Dongmei Zheng, Dongmei Zheng, Dongmei Zheng, Dongmei Zheng, Xianbao Shi, Feng Xu, Feng Xu, Lin Chen, Lin Chen, Xingmei Liu, Xingmei Liu, Xingmei Liu, Xingmei Liu, Xiaolong Jin, Xiaolong Jin, Qingbo Guan, Qingbo Guan, Qingbo Guan, Qingbo Guan, Qingbo Guan, Chao Xu, Chao Xu, Chao Xu, Chao Xu, Chao Xu

“…This investigation would elucidate the implications of physiological delay time and optimize technical delays in populations.Research design and methodsA total of 129 participants wore SiJoy GS1 sensors on their posterior upper arms for at least 48 hours before undergoing an OGTT.ResultsTo minimize the Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD), two approaches were tested: MARD minimization and minimum deviation match. …”
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Effect of unilateral and bilateral plyometric training on jumping, sprinting, and change of direction abilities: a meta-analysis by Zhanming Zhang, Wenhao Qu, Wuwen Peng, Jian Sun, Jiyang Yue, Lingju Guan, Min Lu, Duanying Li

“…Abstract Background Plyometric training is a commonly employed method to enhance explosive strength in athletes. …”
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Patient-centered outcomes with subcutaneous immunoglobulin use for infection control in primary and secondary immunodeficiencies: data of a GEIE Spanish Registry by Sandra Martínez Mercader, Victor Garcia-Bustos, Victor Garcia-Bustos, Pedro Moral Moral, Pedro Moral Moral, Carmen Martínez Buenaventura, Elisa Escudero Vergara, María Carmen Montaner Bosch, Héctor Balastegui-Martín, Héctor Balastegui-Martín, Sonia Galindo Maycas, Berta Palací Mur, Marian Escobar Palazón, María Moreno Mulet, Ignacio Campanero Carrasco, Alicia López, Carlos Daniel Hernández Ruiz, Laura Ruiz-López, Rocío Guzmán Guzmán, Rocío Guzmán Guzmán, Marta Dafne Cabañero-Navalon, Marta Dafne Cabañero-Navalon

“…This study, conducted by expert immunodeficiency nursing teams, assesses the clinical characteristics, reported adverse effects, and quality-of-life outcomes associated with SCIg therapy with different formulations in patients with PID and SID across Spain.MethodsA multicenter, cross-sectional study was conducted across 8 immunodeficiency nursing units in Spain, involving 223 adult patients treated with SCIg from 2004 to 2024. …”
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Validation of the EVendo score for assessing high-risk varices in Western European patients with cirrhosis by Julian Müller-Kühnle, Christian Benignus, Severin Schricker, Moritz Schanz, Julia Todoroff, Jörg Latus, Wolfram Zoller, Dominik Marschner

“…Conclusion : The EVendo score shows promise for reducing unnecessary EGDs, with high sensitivity across different cutoffs. However, its limited specificity for GEV suggests the need for further refinement, particularly in advanced liver disease stages, to optimize clinical utility. …”
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Sound-Based Unsupervised Fault Diagnosis of Industrial Equipment Considering Environmental Noise by Jeong-Geun Lee, Kwang Sik Kim, Jang Hyun Lee

“…The proposed method minimizes the impact of environmental noise and maintains the fault diagnosis performance in altered environments. …”
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Use of Intravenous Paracetamol Preoperatively Favors Lower Risk of Delirium and Functional Recovery in Elderly Patients with Hip Fracture: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis by Junfei Guo, Tao Wang, Xuehong Zheng, Yubin Long, Xin Wang, Qi Zhang, Junchuan Liu, Guolei Zhang, Junpu Zha, Zhiyong Hou, Yingze Zhang

“…To minimize potential confounding and selection bias, the propensity score matching (PSM) method was performed via the caliper matching method by using a 1 : 1 ratio. …”
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Clinical benefits of enhanced 3D-NEVERview sequence in MRI simulation for nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients received radiotherapy by Yuanyuan Li, Yin Zhang, Ran Tang, Anyan Gu, Zhenyu Pan, Guozi Yang, Yaotao Li, Yu Wu, Zhuocheng Li, Lixiang Yang, Zhitao Dai, Xingru Sun

“…The volumes of Vauto−L, Vauto−R, VBP−L and VBP−R were (2.38 ± 0.78) cm³, (2.40 ± 0.87) cm³, (27.07 ± 5.32) cm³ and (27.00 ± 5.74) cm³, respectively, with significant differences (P < 0.001). The V60 and V66, Dmax and Dmean of brachial plexus also differed significantly between the original and optimized plans (P < 0.05). …”
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Effect of Substrate Temperature on Bead Track Geometry of 316L in Directed Energy Deposition: Investigation and Regression Modeling by Deviprasad Chalicheemalapalli Jayasankar, Stefan Gnaase, Dennis Lehnert, Artur Walter, Robin Rohling, Thomas Tröster

“…Using Design of Experiments (DoE) methods, individual bead marks are generated and analyzed to assess geometric characteristics. …”
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Enhancing the learning of sports skills through verbal feedback by Tomasz Niźnikowski, Paweł Arnista, Jerzy Sadowski, Andrzej Mastalerz, Oscar Romero-Ramos, Emilio Fernández-Rodríguez, Weronika Łuba-Arnista, Michał Biegajło, Paweł Różański, Ewelina Niźnikowska, Andrzej Karaś, Piotr Kuśmierczyk, Marta Nogal

“…Mixed ANOVA showed that significant differences (p &lt; 0.05) were noted due to the teaching method used (Group x Time factor) when performing the gymnastic routine of round-off back somersault with stable landing on the balance beam. …”
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Research and application of micro-scale fracture prediction technology for deep coalbed methane based on five-dimensional seismic data by Lei ZHANG, Fengyin XU, Jiangnan TONG, Feng ZHANG, Feng WANG, Wei HOU, Yihang CHANG, Songyi HOU, Xiangbing PEI, Zhenyi CAO, Tong CHEN, Xuefeng LI, Ke ZHOU, Yongzhou LI, Huaibin ZHEN, Wenting ZENG

“…Meanwhile, statistics show that the average daily gas production for wells put into production in 2023 was 6.7×104 m3, and for wells put into production in 2024, it was 7.5×104 m3, indicating a significant reduction in fracturing interference and a continuous improvement in development effectiveness. This prediction method can provide valuable insights for predicting micro-scale fractures in deep coalbed methane blocks with similar geological conditions.…”
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Instantaneous dose rate as a crucial factor in reducing mortality and normal tissue toxicities in murine total-body irradiation: a comparative study of dose rate combinations by Hongyu Zhu, Shihua Liu, Jiaqi Qiu, Ankang Hu, Wanyi Zhou, Jian Wang, Weihang Gu, Yinuo Zhu, Hao Zha, Rong Xiang, Junli Li, Rui Qiu, Chong Zhao, Peng Huang, Xiaowu Deng

“…Method Female C57BL6/J mice received 10 Gy TBI using three modes: ultra-high mean and ultra-high instantaneous dose rate irradiation (HH mode), low mean and ultra-high instantaneous dose rate irradiation (LH mode), and low mean and low instantaneous dose rate irradiation (LL mode). …”
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Specialized metabolites present in Camellia reticulata nectar inhibit the growth of nectar‐inhabiting microorganisms by Lijie Xun, Lijie Xun, Rong Huang, Qiongyan Li, Qingxin Meng, Rui Su, Xiaoman Wu, Renbin Zhang, Linshu Li, Xueyang Gong, Kun Dong

“…Microbial strains in Camellia reticulata nectar were isolated and identified using the spread plate method coupled with DNA sequencing. Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) was implemented to characterize metabolite differences between spoilage and natural nectars. …”
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Developing a bespoke capacity-strengthening program for the clinical pharmacy profession in India by Dr Vrinda Nampoothiri, Mr Muhammed Rashid, Dr Dena Van Den Bergh, Dr Esmita Charani, Dr Mohamed Hisham

“…As of March 2024, five participants reported to be on track with their milestones and others have revised their timelines which is being documented in the goal-setting document. Discussion: To optimize clinical opportunities for pharmacists in India, in addition to recognizing their roles, they need structured continuous professional development in different clinical specialties. …”
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Moderators’ Experiences of the Safety and Effectiveness of Patient Engagement in an Asthma Online Health Community: Exploratory Qualitative Interview Study by Helen E Wood, Georgios Dimitrios Karampatakis, Neil S Coulson, Nishanth Sastry, Xiancheng Li, Stephanie J C Taylor, Chris J Griffiths, Anna De Simoni

“…MethodsAll 6 current moderators of a nationwide charity-hosted OHC participated in in-depth, semistructured, audio-recorded, remote interviews. …”
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