Using GPS Technologies with People with Dementia by Ruth Bartlett, Tula Brannelly, Päivi Topo

“…A search of six major English language databases in 2016 identified 23 studies that met the inclusion criteria. Synthesis of the findings led to the identification of three overarching themes: using GPS to stay safe, taking control and the value of GPS data. …”
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Shadow Street Art: from walls to streets between projection and invention by Emanuela Lanzara

“…Furthermore, the main goal of street artists who work with real shadows is to design 4D works: time is the main parameter to control the whole process. Parametric-generative digital tools allow to simulate dynamic projective process and perspective anamorphic transformation of shadows on walls, streets or squares according to specific environmental (geographical, temporal parameters) and technical (light design) parameters. …”
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Advances in Lettuce postharvest processing: Implications for microbiological safety and storage quality by Vaez Nemati

“…Postharvest fresh produce processing is a critical control point in mitigating microbial contamination, avoiding cross-contamination, and preserving quality. …”
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Towards a geography of plastic fragmentation by Maciej Liro, Anna Zielonka

“…Here, we introduce the concept of the geography of plastic fragmentation, a transdisciplinary framework that integrates natural and social science perspectives to examine the intrinsic (e.g., polymer composition, design, and prior weathering) and extrinsic (e.g., hydrodynamics, climate, land use) controls on fragmentation processes. …”
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Research Progress and Prospects of Non-Grain Use of Cultivated Land in Marginalized Contexts by Li Shengfa, Wu Zhaojun, Wu Dafang, Du Jianhui, Lin Tong, Ma Chang, Gao Ziya

“…Influenced by the rapid increase in labor costs and the decline in the comparative benefits of grain planting, the phenomenon of Non-Grain Use of Cultivated Land (NGUCL) in China has become increasingly prominent. Firstly, from the perspective of cultivated land marginalization, this study combines the theory of cultivated land marginalization, the theory of land rent, and the theory of farmers' behavior to jointly analyze the theoretical basis for the occurrence of NGUCL. …”
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Contamination Profiles of Selected Pollutants in <i>Procambarus clarkii</i> Non-Edible Portions Highlight Their Potential Exploitation Applications by Dario Savoca, Mirella Vazzana, Vincenzo Arizza, Antonella Maccotta, Santino Orecchio, Francesco Longo, Vittoria Giudice, Gaetano D’Oca, Salvatore Messina, Federico Marrone, Manuela Mauro

“…Properly managing aquatic organisms is crucial, including protecting endemic species and controlling invasive species. From a circular economy perspective, the sustainable use of aquatic species as a source of bioactive molecules is an area that is increasingly being explored. …”
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Effects of Genetic Diversity on Health Status and Parasitological Traits in a Wild Fish Population Inhabiting a Coastal Lagoon by Alejandra Cruz, Esther Lantero, Carla Llinares, Laura Ortega-Díaz, Gema Castillo-García, Mar Torralva, Francisco J. Oliva-Paterna, David H. Fletcher, David Almeida

“…From an evolutionary perspective, parasites play a crucial role in shaping genetic diversity within host populations.…”
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Progress in phase field research of dead lithium in lithium batteries by Jing LIU, Huiyi CHEN, Huiyu LIU, Shu LI

“…Addressing these challenges requires an in-depth understanding of the formation mechanisms of lithium dendrites and dead lithium and their influencing factors. This study focuses on analyzing these mechanisms and influencing factors from the perspective of the phase field, which is a powerful computational method to simulate microstructure evolution, providing insights into the complex dynamics of lithium deposition and the conditions and influencing factors for the formation of lithium dendrites and dead Lithium. …”
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Out-of-pocket payment and catastrophic health expenditure of tuberculosis patients in accessing care at public-private mix clinics in Myanmar, 2022 by Myat Noe Thiri Khaing, Nandi U, Luu Maw, Htet Arkar, Saw Pa Pa Naing, May Me Thet

“…The study focused on quantifying the financial burden faced by TB patients seeking care from Myanmar's PPM providers. …”
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Cost-analysis of COVID-19 sample collection, diagnosis, and contact tracing in low resource setting: The case of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. by Amanuel Yigezu, Samuel Abera Zewdie, Alemnesh H Mirkuzie, Adugna Abera, Alemayehu Hailu, Mesfin Agachew, Solomon Tessema Memirie

“…This study aims to estimate the unit cost of COVID-19 sample collection, laboratory diagnosis, and contact tracing in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.…”
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Genetic association analysis between LDL-c lowering drugs and portal hypertension using Mendelian randomization analysis by Qing-Ao Xiao, Xiao-Long Li, Lei Qin, Xiao-Lin Zhang

“…However, there is a lack of population-level studies on the use of non-statin Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-c) reduction agents for the treatment of PH. …”
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Effects of dihydroquercetin (DHQ “P” drops) in patients with previous transitory ischemic attacks associated with visual disorders by Wang Zi Way, O.V. Pohorielov, S.V. Bobokalo, O.M. Baranenko, Chun Liu

“…Such positive effects in the conducted study were characterized as tendency pattern (OR 2.87; p=0.08 for perivascular edema and OR 2.77; p=0.08 for microhemorrhages). …”
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Unlocking the Keys to Swift HIV Treatment: A Qualitative Exploration of Rapid Antiretroviral Therapy Initiation Among People Living with HIV in China by Chen T, Jiang L, Tian M, Cao B, Ai Z, Wang Y, He Y, Chen Y, Tang J

“…However, the implementation of rapid ART varies across the world.Objective: This study aims to understand the influencing factors of rapid start of ART in PLWH in Liangshan Prefecture, where the HIV epidemic is severe and is a key area for HIV prevention and control in China, to provide information for making effective interventions in China and elsewhere.Methods: A phenomenological study with semi-structured in-depth interviews was conducted in Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China, from April 2024 to May 2024. …”
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DENTAL STATUS OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH MOUTH BREATHING by L.P. Ulasevych

“…Therefore, the obtained data can serve as a background for the prescription of the previously proposed complex of treatment and preventive measures in children with hypertrophy of adenoids [8] for persons with concomitant diseases characterized by oral breathing. The perspective of further research is the study of a more extended list of parameters of oral cavity homeostasis in children with oral breathing as well as the study of the influence of the treatment and prevention complex on these parameters. …”
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Effects of Bacillus licheniformis on the water quality, growth performance and bacterial community in Penaeus vannamei aquaculture system by Yi Zheng, Yi Zheng, Yingzi Wu, Shuling Tang, Junpeng Li, Lingyu Fan, Wenjin He

“…The objective was to elucidate the impact of B. licheniformis on P. vannamei aquaculture from a microbial ecological perspective. This research provided valuable theoretical support for the practical application of B. licheniformis in improving aquaculture practices for P. vannamei.MethodsThe design of the aquaculture experiment comprised two groups: a control group (CK) fed a basal diet and a treatment group (PB) was fed the same diet with addition of B. licheniformis (5 × 104 CFU/mL) into the water every 5 days. …”
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Pragmatic Comparative Effectiveness Trials in Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung DiseaseTake-Home Points by Angela Kaczorowski-Worthley, BSN, Dinesh Pal Mudaranthakam, PhD, MBA, MS, Janell Reichuber, APRN, Chris Streiler, MD, Sahil Pandya, MD, Ryan Boente, MD, Susan K. Mathai, MD, Ayodeji Adegunsoye, MD, Jeff Swigris, DO, MS, Elizabeth R. Volkmann, MD, MS, Joshua J. Solomon, MD, Bryant R. England, MD, PhD, Scott M. Matson, MD

“…Research Question: What are the perceptions of RA-ILD experts and patients with interstitial lung disease surrounding equipoise, feasibility, and trial design? Study Design and Methods: A qualitative study involving a panel of 10 RA-ILD experts and 3 patient panels was conducted. …”
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Evaluación piloto del programa «Transformem els patis» en escuelas de primaria de Barcelona by Jesús Periañez, Xavier Continente, Marta Sanz-Mas, Gemma Drou-Roget, Albert Espelt, Emma Cortés, María José López

“…Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the “Transformem els patis” (Let's transform the schoolyards) program in Barcelona in terms of schoolyard use, social interaction, physical activity, and diverse forms of play with a gender perspective. Method: A cross-sectional pilot evaluation study with mixed methodology involving eight primary schools (four in intervention group and four in control group). …”
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High-Order Graphical Topology Analysis of Brain Functional Connectivity Networks Using fMRI by Qinrui Ling, Aiping Liu, Yu Li, Taomian Mi, Piu Chan, B. T. Thomas Yeo, Xun Chen

“…Further investigations on fMRI of subjects with and without Parkinson&#x2019;s disease uncover significant alterations in high-order topological features which are further associated with the severity of the disease. This study provides a fresh perspective on studying topological architectures of the brain, with the potential to expand our comprehension on brain function in both healthy and diseased states.…”
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The authentication of Yanchi tan lamb based on lipidomic combined with particle swarm optimization-back propagation neural network by Qi Yang, Dequan Zhang, Chongxin Liu, Le Xu, Shaobo Li, Xiaochun Zheng, Li Chen

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Enhancement of production of pathogen-suppressing volatiles using amino acids by Christina Papazlatani, Annabell Wagner, Zhijun Chen, Hans Zweers, Wietse de Boer, Paolina Garbeva

“…Enhancing the production of bacterial volatiles that suppress the growth of soil-borne phytopathogenic fungi, has perspective as a sustainable disease control strategy. …”
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