Evaluating the Impact of Pharmacotherapy in Augmenting Quit Rates Among Hispanic Adults in an App-Delivered Smoking Cessation Intervention: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Contr... by Margarita Santiago-Torres, Kristin E Mull, Brianna M Sullivan, Ana Paula Cupertino, Ramzi G Salloum, Matthew Triplette, Michael J Zvolensky, Jonathan B Bricker

“…MethodsParticipants reported using pharmacotherapy on their own during the 3-month follow-up and cigarette smoking abstinence at the 12-month follow-up via web-based surveys. …”
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Effect of Processing Methods on Sodium Glutamate Seasoning Production from Milk Bush (Thevetia peruviana) Seed Collected at Lafe Area, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria by M. T. Akintelu, I. A. Amoo, I. A. Kade, S. O. Omoba

“…The result for the qualitative determination of sodium glutamate ((seasoning) (oven, air and sun-dried kernel 0.792, 0.692 and 0.875 respectively against the control 0.750, 0.654 and 0.830) and quantitative analysis confirmed that the sample is sodium-glutamate (seasoning). …”
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Effect of Processing Methods on Sodium Glutamate Seasoning Production from Milk Bush (Thevetia peruviana) Seed Collected at Lafe Area, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria by M. T. Akintelu, I. A. Amoo, I. A. Kade, S. O. Omoba

“…The result for the qualitative determination of sodium glutamate ((seasoning) (oven, air and sun-dried kernel 0.792, 0.692 and 0.875 respectively against the control 0.750, 0.654 and 0.830) and quantitative analysis confirmed that the sample is sodium-glutamate (seasoning). …”
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An Evaluation of Draminski Detector as an Early Detection Tool for Subclinical Mastitis in Dairy Cattle in Pondok Ranggon Farm by Herwin Pisestyani, Indra Permana, Chaerul Basri, Denny Widaya Lukman, Mirnawati Sudarwanto

“…In conclusion, the Draminski detector cannot be used to replace the Breed method and Milkchchecker as a screening test tool in cases of subclinical mastitis in dairy farms in Indonesia which were generally reared in the dairy farms.…”
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Genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation, phenol neurolysis or conservative medical management in patients with knee osteoarthritis: protocol for the RADIOPHENOL randomised controll... by Markus W Hollmann, Johan Haumann, Bram Thiel, Marc B Godfried, Jan-Willem Kallewaard, Paul R de Wit, Rienk van Beek, Monique Schokker, Carin Wensing, Gezina Oei, Derk A van Kampen, Lars Elzinga, Gijs Hendriks, Jeroen van de Heiden, Jan Willem Coumou

“…The RADIOPHENOL study investigates if denervation of knee sensory (genicular) nerves can serve the gap between conservative and invasive treatment for younger patients and for patients who cannot undergo joint replacement surgery due to comorbid health conditions.Methods and analysis The RADIOPHENOL study is a multicentre unblinded randomised controlled trial with three parallel arms (1:1:1). …”
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A digital intervention to improve mental health and interpersonal resilience for young people who have experienced online sexual abuse: the i-Minds non-randomised feasibility clini... by Sandra Bucci, Filippo Varese, Ethel Quayle, Kim Cartwright, Amanda Larkin, Cindy Chan, Prathiba Chitsabesan, Victoria Green, William Hewins, Matthew Machin, Alice Newton, Erica Niebauer, John Norrie, Gillian Radford, Cathy Richards, Marina Sandys, Victoria Selby, Sara Shafi, Jennifer Ward, Pauline Whelan, Matthias Schwannauer

“…The trial lacked randomisation and a control group, limiting interpretation of post-treatment improvements. …”
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Effects of Saturated Fat, Polyunsaturated Fat, Monounsaturated Fat, and Carbohydrate on Glucose-Insulin Homeostasis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomised Controlled... by Fumiaki Imamura, Renata Micha, Jason H Y Wu, Marcia C de Oliveira Otto, Fadar O Otite, Ajibola I Abioye, Dariush Mozaffarian

“…We aimed to assess how saturated fat (SFA), monounsaturated fat (MUFA), polyunsaturated fat (PUFA), and carbohydrate affect key metrics of glucose-insulin homeostasis.<h4>Methods and findings</h4>We systematically searched multiple databases (PubMed, EMBASE, OVID, BIOSIS, Web-of-Knowledge, CAB, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, SIGLE, Faculty1000) for randomised controlled feeding trials published by 26 Nov 2015 that tested effects of macronutrient intake on blood glucose, insulin, HbA1c, insulin sensitivity, and insulin secretion in adults aged ≥18 years. …”
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Altering product placement to create a healthier layout in supermarkets: Outcomes on store sales, customer purchasing, and diet in a prospective matched controlled cluster study. by Christina Vogel, Sarah Crozier, Daniel Penn-Newman, Kylie Ball, Graham Moon, Joanne Lord, Cyrus Cooper, Janis Baird

“…This study assessed the effects on store-level sales, household-level purchasing, and dietary behaviours of a healthier supermarket layout.<h4>Methods and findings</h4>This is a prospective matched controlled cluster trial with 2 intervention components: (i) new fresh fruit and vegetable sections near store entrances (replacing smaller displays at the back) and frozen vegetables repositioned to the entrance aisle, plus (ii) the removal of confectionery from checkouts and aisle ends opposite. …”
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Low-Dose Sirolimus Immunoregulation Therapy in Patients with Active Rheumatoid Arthritis: A 24-Week Follow-Up of the Randomized, Open-Label, Parallel-Controlled Trial by Hong-Yan Wen, Jia Wang, Sheng-Xiao Zhang, Jing Luo, Xiang-Cong Zhao, Chen Zhang, Cai-Hong Wang, Fang-Yuan Hu, Xiao-Juan Zheng, Ting Cheng, Hong-Qing Niu, Guang-Ying Liu, Wen-Xian Yang, Na-Na Yu, Jin-Li Ru, Qi-Xiang Chen, Xue-Chun Lu, Pei-Feng He, Chong Gao, Xiao-Feng Li

“…Low-dose sirolimus immunoregulatory therapy selectively upregulated Tregs and partly replaced the usage of immunosuppressants to control disease activity without overtreatment and evaluable side effect. …”
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Is there an association between colonisation of vancomycin resistant Enterococci, methicillin resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, or Clostridiodes Difficile and mortality in sepsis? by Matthew JG. Sigakis, Joseph Posluszny, Michael D. Maile, Elizabeth S. Jewell, Milo Engoren

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Options for the eradication of bovine leukemia virus infection in dairy cattle by Y. P. Smirnov, I. L. Suvorova, N. A. Gryazeva

“…The article presents options of the control of bovine leukemia virus infection in dairy cattle depending on the character of the epizootic situation and economic opportunities of agricultural enterprises. …”
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Becoming Active in Beating osteoarthritiS: study protocol of a randomised controlled trial on the effectiveness of an information campaign in improving the management of osteoarthr... by Cornelia HM van den Ende, Henk Schers, Willem JJ Assendelft, Jeanne Oomen, Enny Das, Sander Koeter

“…This protocol describes the development and design of this information campaign and a randomised controlled trial (RCT) on its effectiveness in impacting healthcare utilisation.Methods and analysis The behaviour change wheel was used as a theoretical framework for the campaign design. …”
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Efficacy and safety of levothyroxine monotherapy in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease in older adults with subclinical hypothyroidism: research protocols of a multicenter... by Chong Xu, Hui Zhou, Xiaofan Lu, Shuhang Xu, Yu Sun

“…The participants in the control group will be subjected only to thyroid status evaluation, and the results will be recorded. …”
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Mobile Health Technology for Personalized Tobacco Cessation Support Among Cancer Survivors and Caregivers in Laos (Project SurvLaos): Protocol for a Pilot Randomized Controlled Tri... by Phayvanh Keopaseuth, Phonepadith Xangsayarath, Shweta Kulkarni, Khatthanaphone Phandouangsy, Chanthavy Soulaphy, Phetsamone Alounlungsy, Vangnakhone Dittaphong, Dalouny Xayavong, Champadeng Vongdala, Latsamy Siengsounthone, Michael Businelle, Summer G Frank-Pearce, Damon J Vidrine, Jennifer I Vidrine, Thanh Cong Bui

“…MethodsWe used an intervention mixed methods research design, which included a pilot 2-group interventional RCT and an embedded qualitative component to explain RCT outcomes. …”
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Technical solution for purifying emissions of climate-active gases by A. Yu. Briukhanov, E. V. Vasilev, S. A. Egorov

“…The system is equipped with digital sensors for monitoring and controlling the operational workflow. A special feature of the proposed system design is the use of replaceable filter cartridges and an active irrigation system. …”
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Aspects of conducting a forensic commodity examination of sunflower oil by L. А. Sоlоnіchenkо, D. Yu. Seredа

“…When conducting an examination of vegetable oils, the following research goals are determined: identification of the type of vegetable oil; methods of falsification and methods of their detection. …”
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Synthesis of calcium phosphate particles via the solution combustion method and investigation of the effects of initial pH and heat treatment temperature on the physical and biolog... by Neda Sami, Sahar Mollazadeh Beidokhti, Jalil Vahdati Khaki

“…Fluoroapatite is one of the materials that can release F- ions at a controlled rate. Fluoride ion replacement improves cell proliferation and activation of osteogenic cells to the implant surface.…”
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Comprehensive and robust stability-indicating reversed phase high performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) method for Rivaroxaban: synergistic integration of infrared spectrosco... by Aktham Mestareehi, Aktham Mestareehi, Aktham Mestareehi

“…This stability-indicating method is highly suitable for routine quality control and analytical applications in both raw materials and finished drug products, owing to its simplicity, efficiency, and robustness.…”
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Randomised, pragmatic, waitlist controlled trial of cannabis added to prescription opioid support on opioid dose reduction and pain in adults with chronic non-cancer pain: study pr... by A Eden Evins, Ellie Grossman, Julia Jashinski, Aurora Quaye, Corinne Cather, Kevin Potter, David A Schoenfeld, Jodi M Gilman

“…Also despite lack of efficacy data, there are many reports of people using cannabis products to manage chronic pain and replace or reduce chronic opioids. Here we describe the protocol for a randomised trial of the effect of cannabis, when added to a behavioural pain management and prescription opioid taper support programme, on opioid utilisation, pain intensity and pain interference.Methods This is a pragmatic, single-blind, randomised, wait-list controlled trial that aims to enrol 250 adults taking prescription opioids at stable doses of ≥25 morphine milligram equivalents per day for chronic non-cancer pain who express interest in using cannabis to reduce their pain, their opioid dose or both. …”
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Comparison of the euploidy rate in preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy cycles following progestin-primed versus gonadotropin-releasing hormone antagonist protocol: a ran... by Lu Wang, Jing Yun Wang, Yuan Zhang, Chen Qian, Xiao Hui Wang, Ernest Hung Yu Ng, Ai Ai, Zhi Qin Chen

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