Development of a hydrogel-based three-dimensional (3D) glioblastoma cell lines culture as a model system for CD73 inhibitor response study by Marjan Bahraminasab, Samira Asgharzade, Ali Doostmohamadi, Atefeh Satari, Farkhonde Hasannejad, Samaneh Arab

“…In this study, three-dimensional culture systems based on three hydrogel compositions were characterized and an optimal type was selected to simulate the GBM microenvironment. …”
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Exploring adoption of E-learning in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) education sector by Mahmood Akbar, Habil Ogalo, Jayendira P. Sankar, T. Ramayah

“…Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was performed using SmartPLS 4. Key findings indicate that perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use significantly influence system usage, mediated by system availability. …”
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Consumer adoption of food blockchain traceability: insights from integrating TAM and TR models by Wei Li, Ruiming Song, Kunpeng Yu

“…The primary application of blockchain technology in the food supply chain is the development of a food traceability system that enhances transparency and accountability. …”
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Preparation of nanoparticle-stabilized foam fracturing fluid and its foam stabilization mechanism by YANG Zhaozhong, ZHENG Nanxin, ZHU Jingyi, LI Xiaogang

“…In order to prove it, the synergistic foam stabilization ability of SNP and five types of surfactants is evaluated, and the optimal foams system is selected based on the foams comprehensive value. …”
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The effects of tax administration on revenue collection in Uganda: by Turyaheebwa, Paul, Kaaya, Siraje, Turyahebwa, Abanis, Sunday, Arthur

“…This research examines the impact of tax administration, with a focus on the self assessment system (SAS), on revenue collection in Uganda. Utilizing data collected from 350 commercial enterprises through questionnaires, the study employs AMOS PLS-SEM for data analysis. …”
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Cooperative Preparation of Glass-ceramics by Blast Furnace Slag and Low-carbon Chromium Iron Alloy Slag by Yifan WANG, Yici WANG, Ruixin WANG, Fengguang ZHAO, Yifan CHAI, Guoping LUO

“…In order to make high-value utilization and harmless treatment of bulk industrial solid waste, CaO-MgO-Al2O3-SiO2-Cr2O3 system glass-ceramics were prepared by melting method with Baotou Steel blast furnace slag, low-carbon chromium iron alloy slag and quartz sand as the raw materials. …”
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Analysis of the Influence Structure Between Design Factors and Heat Source Equipment Capacity: A Case Study on Office Building Design with a Central Heat Source System in Warm Regi... by Yuta Eto, Koki Kikuta, Yuhei Abe, Takao Sawachi

“…Therefore, this study aims to quantitatively model the influence structure between design factors and heat source equipment capacity using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), focusing on office buildings with a central heat source system in warm regions of Japan. …”
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A Modular and Scalable Approach to Hybrid Battery and Converter Integration for Full-Electric Waterborne Transport by Ramon Lopez-Erauskin, Argiñe Alacano, Aitor Lizeaga, Giuseppe Guidi, Olve Mo, Amaia Lopez-de-Heredia, Mikel Alzuri

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Artificial intelligence prediction of the mechanical properties of banana peel-ash and bagasse blended geopolymer concrete by George Uwadiegwu Alaneme, Kolawole Adisa Olonade, Ebenezer Esenogho, Mustapha Muhammad Lawan, Edward Dintwa

“…Utilizing three AI methodologies—Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS), and Gene Expression Programming (GEP)—the study aims to enhance prediction accuracy for the mechanical properties of geopolymer concrete based on 104 datasets. …”
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Photocatalytic and Photo-Fenton-like Degradation of Cationic Dyes Using SnFe₂O₄/g-C₃N₄ Under LED Irradiation: Optimization by RSM-BBD an... by Yassine Elkahoui, Fatima-Zahra Abahdou, Majda Ben Ali, Said Alahiane, Mohamed Elhabacha, Youssef Boutarba, Souad El Hajjaji

“…The development of heterostructures incorporating photocatalysts optimized for visible-light activity represents a major breakthrough in the field of environmental remediation research, offering innovative and sustainable solutions for environmental purification. …”
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Heterogeneous Fenton-like CuO-CoOx/SBA-15 catalyst for organic pollutant degradation: synthesis, performance, and mechanism by Jinwei Li, Yifei Wei, Qiang Liu, Huanhuan Guan, Chengchun Jiang, Xiaohui Sun

“…In this study, CuO-CoOx/SBA-15 catalysts were successfully synthesized via ultrasonic impregnation, and their performance in degrading nitrobenzene within a Fenton-like system was investigated. The catalyst materials were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscope(TEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS). …”
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Diffusion and Consolidation of Slag-Based Geopolymer for Concrete Pavement Rehabilitation by Wenjie Li, Jinchao Yue, Bin Liang

“…This study developed a new visual indoor grouting test system to analyze the diffusion and consolidation of slag-based geopolymer slurry. …”
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Preparation and evaluation of lipid-based sustained release pellets of chlorpheniramine maleate by the wet extrusion-spheronization method by Mohammadreza Abbaspour, Asieh Sadooghi, Elham Khodaverdi, Hossein Shahdadi Sardou, Ali Nokhodchi

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Formulation and optimisation of lamivudine‐loaded Eudragit® S 100 polymer‐coated pectin microspheres for colon‐specific delivery by Satheesh Vilas, Sivasudha Thilagar

“…Abstract This investigation is to find a prolonged or delayed drug release system, exclusively for the treatment of hepatitis‐B to reduce the side effects, which arise when conventional solid dose forms are administered. …”
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Transparency and Accountability in the Management of Independent Mosque Funds: A Case Study of Medan City Mosque by Sabaruddin Chaniago, Nurlaila Nurlaila, Mustapa Khamal Rokan

“…Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Smart PLS 3.0, focusing on Outer and Inner Model evaluations. …”
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Development and assessment of polyacrylamide-starch hydrogel nanocomposites with graphene quantum dots for targeted quercetin delivery to brain tumors by Pardis Ordoukhani, Mehrab Pourmadadi, Majid Abdouss

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Simultaneous Hydrogen Production and Dye Decomposition in Alkaline Photocatalytic Process Using Calcined Xerogels of CuO-TiO₂ by Susana López-Ayala, Elsa C. Menchaca Campos, Miguel A. Méndez-Rojas, Marina E. Rincón

“…The CuO-TiO₂/AB1/NaOH system successfully degraded recalcitrant pollutants while producing H₂ under optimized conditions. …”
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Numerical Simulation-Based Study of Controlled Particle Deposition Technology for Wafer Surfaces by Ziheng Zhang, Jun Ren, Yue Liu, Junjie Liu

“…Experimental validation was carried out using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and SSISs. The optimal deposition conditions were identified as a nozzle diameter of 4 mm, nozzle-to-wafer distance of 15 mm, chamber volume greater than 657 cm³, and a rotation speed of 0.314 rad/s. …”
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Texture Properties, Water Activity, Emulsion Stability, and Microstructure of Beef Sausage with the Addition of Papaya Peel Flour by Herly Evanuarini, Agus Susilo, Premy Puspitawati Rahayu

“…Papaya peel flour has the potential as a filler in meat product formulations. Optimization of waste products contributes to an environmentally friendly food system and opens up possibilities for applications in the food sector.…”
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What influences college students using AI for academic writing? - A quantitative analysis based on HISAM and TRI theory by Yulu Cui

“…This study constructs a theoretical framework based on the Hedonic Information System Acceptance Model (HISAM) and the Technology Readiness Index (TRI), and employs Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to analyze survey data from 148 university students. …”
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