Agroforestry Biomass Recovery Supply Chain Management: A More Efficient Information Flow Model Based on a Web Platform by Tiago Bastos, Leonor C. Teixeira, João C. O. Matias, Leonel J. R. Nunes

“…The traditional practice of disposing of these waste products through open-air burning has led to environmental challenges and a tragic loss of their inherent energy potential. <i>Methods</i>: This study adopts a multifaceted approach, integrating literature reviews, expert interviews from both the academic and professional sectors, and surveys. …”
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Cardiovascular medicine prices as an indicator of access to medicines and their rational use by C M. Razzakova, L. E. Ziganshina

“…The prices of generic medicines, both in the public and private sectors, decreased relative to reference prices in 2015 compared to 2011. …”
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Artificial Intelligence as a Catalyst for New Quality Productivity: Evidence from Chinese Companies by X. Li, J. Jiang, G. Alibekova

“…The analysis covers panel data from 12,880 observations for 2013-2022, excluding companies from the financial and construction sectors. Based on the data of Chinese A-share listed enterprises, this study systematically explores the driving mechanism and practice path of AI technology on enterprises’ new quality productivity. …”
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Experimental characterization of thermal, mechanical, physical and morphological performance of thermoplastic polyurethane composites containing acidic pumice by Ümit Tayfun, Ahmet Bulut, Mehmet Yurderi

“…In this study, it was aimed to increase the mechanical and physical performances, as well as the reduction in the specific gravity and cost values, with the addition of acidic pumice to the thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) polymer, which is used in various sectors such as textile, logistics, construction, and medical applications. …”
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Assessment of Remediation Efficiency for Soils Contaminated with Metallic Mercury in Hydrocarbon Extraction Zones by Anna Król, Ewa Kukulska-Zając, Monika Gajec

“…However, undefined industrial sectors still pose a risk for mercury pollution, including the extraction, processing, and transport of crude oil and natural gas. …”
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Minimization of Material Waste Through Maintenance Interval Optimization in Transport Systems by Augustyn Lorenc, Małgorzata Kuźnar

“…This research highlights the benefits of maintenance optimization for sustainability and efficiency across the entire transport sector.…”
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Life Cycle Assessment of Microalgae-Based Products for Carbon Dioxide Utilization in Thailand: Biofertilizer, Fish Feed, and Biodiesel [version 3; peer review: 2 approved] by Abigail Schudel, Cameron Morris, Adeel Rafiq, Shabbir Gheewala

“…Collectively, these products could offset 37 million tonnes of CO2, representing about 14% of Thailand’s total CO2 emissions, contributing significantly to the country’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target of 20-30% greenhouse gas emissions reduction. Conclusion Transitioning to microalgae-based products could transform the aquaculture, energy, and agricultural sectors, potentially supporting the national climate change mitigation goals, if implemented.…”
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How the health-seeking behaviour of pregnant women affects neonatal outcomes: findings of system dynamics modelling in Pakistan by Rifat Atun, Raheelah Ahmad, Nina Jiayue Zhu, Reda Mohamed Lebcir

“…Health-seeking behaviour in different subgroups by geographical locations and social network effect was modelled. The largest reduction in neonatal mortality was achieved with antenatal care provided by skilled providers in public, private or charitable sectors, combined with the use of institutional delivery. …”
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Assessing and Analyzing the Level of Informal Employment in Ukraine by Moroz Svitlana G., Tsymbal Diana O.

“…At the same time, in small enterprises and sectors with low levels of regulation (for example, agriculture, trade, and construction), the share of informal labor is higher compared to large corporations. …”
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Safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness evaluation of systemic treatments for refractory colorectal cancer: a systematic review and modeling study by Mingye Zhao, Yunlin Jiang, Taihang Shao, Wenxi Tang

“…For cost-effectiveness against BSC, the price reductions of TAS-102, fruquintinib, REDoS, regorafenib, and TAS-BEV were 39%, 24%, 14%, 8%, and 7%, respectively. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF THE STATE SUPPORT FORMS PROJECTS IN INDUSTRIAL BUILDING by I. M. Meilanov, A. M. Esetova

“…The work has been done in the frameworks of the state order of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation No. 2916 «Development of the organizational-economic mechanism of effective development of economic sectors».…”
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Hydrogen fueling station: review of the technological state of hydrogen fuel usage by A. A. Chichirov, R. I. Razakova, F. R. Gainutdinov, D. F. Gainutdinova

“…Thermodynamic processes of hydrogen fuel use that contribute to a significant reduction in energy consumption of hydrogen stations have been investigated.CONCLUSION. …”
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Benefits of medication charts provided at transitions of care: a narrative systematic review by Fine Michèle Dietrich, Kurt E Hersberger, Isabelle Arnet

“…In the ‘interdisciplinary theme’, a medication chart represented a helpful tool to increase communication and inter-sectoral cooperation between healthcare providers. …”
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Indicator species of steppe mammal communities in the Askania-Nova Biosphere Reserve: population status and biotopes by Igor Polischuk

“…An analysis of various survey methods and their application by the author in 1979–2023 is presented. …”
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Trends and Determinants of Underweight among Under-Five Children in Ethiopia: Data from EDHS by Haile Mekonnen Fenta, Lijalem Melie Tesfaw, Muluwerk Ayele Derebe

“…Malnutrition among under-five children is one of the major causes of death in low-income countries. Accordingly, health sectors in developing countries are providing renewed attention to the status of children’s nutrition. …”
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Impact of viscous dissipation, chemical reaction over a Carreau hybrid nanofluids flow across a permeable curved Riga surface by R. Mahesh, U.S. Mahabaleshwar, Basma Souayeh

“…These findings are advantageous for developing strategies applicable to heat control across many industries and biological sectors to enhance energy efficiency and system performance.…”
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Direct bonding mechanism of titanium and PET resin via heating and pressurization: Influence of bubble dynamics on bonding strength by Katsuyoshi Kondoh, Nodoka Nishimura, Kazuki Shitara, Shota Kariya, Ke Chen, Junko Umeda

“…In response to growing environmental concerns, the transportation industry, including automotive and aerospace sectors, has emphasized improving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. …”
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Retinal thickness is indicative of visual loss in patients with occipital lobe infarction by Xueling Bai, Le Cao, Hang Wang, William Robert Kwapong, Yuying Yan, Guina Liu, Junfeng Liu, Fayun Hu, Bo Wu

“…PurposeWe explored the relationship between retinal thicknesses and vessels using optical coherence tomography angiography (OCT)/ OCT angiography (OCTA) and clinical outcomes in occipital lobe infarction (OI).MethodsA total of 52 OI patients and 105 controls underwent macular OCT/OCTA scans covering a 6 × 6 mm2 area around the fovea. …”
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Resilience of the Port Industry to Socioeconomic Challenges: The Role of Human Capital by Aly Assem, Mohamed Wahba, Eman El Haddad, Mohamed Ragheb

“…In response, the Egyptian government launched a plan in 2014 to enhance trade, logistics, and supply chain sectors in seaports, emphasizing the role of human capital in ensuring port sustainability. …”
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Green synthesis and detailed characterization of selenium nanoparticles derived from Alangium salviifolium (L.f) Wangerin by Karunya Saravanan, Manivannan Madhaiyan, Prabu Periyasamy, Prasath Manivannan, Alpaslan Bayrakdar, Dr. V. Balakrishnan

“…This work investigates the eco-friendly synthesis of Se NPs using extracts from Alangium salviifolium leaves and fruits, emphasizing the optimization of the extraction method to increase the output of phytochemicals that promote the reduction of selenium ions into nanoparticles. …”
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