Spatiotemporal Evolution and Driving Factors of Desertification Sensitivity During Urbanization: A Case Study of the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei Core Region by Deshen Xu, Haoyu Wu, Qiusheng Yao, Fei Song, Fangli Su

“…Key recommendations include optimizing urban spatial patterns via ecological red lines, prioritizing vegetation restoration in high-sensitivity zones, and establishing dynamic remote sensing-based monitoring systems. …”
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Lived experiences of nurse practitioners in Saudi Arabia: a phenomenological study by Ahmed Nahari, Hamza Moafa, Monir M. Almotairy, Essa Hakamy, Arwa Alhamed, Sarah Alkhaifi, Thana Aljohani

“…However, little is known about the lived experiences of NPs working in the Saudi healthcare system. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the lived experiences of NPs working in the Saudi healthcare system. …”
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Optimising digital advance care planning implementation in palliative and end-of-life care: a multi-phase mixed-methods national research programme and recommendations by Matthew J. Allsop, Jacqueline Birtwistle, Michael I. Bennett, Andy Bradshaw, Paul Carder, Catherine J. Evans, Robbie Foy, Ciara Heavin, Barbara Hibbert, Pablo Millares Martin, Sam D. Relton, Suzanne H. Richards, Maureen Twiddy, Katherine E. Sleeman

“…To optimise implementation, the Optimal Care research programme sought to understand DACP system use from multiple perspectives to guide their development and evaluation. …”
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The effectiveness of the education provided through the educational-therapeutic model of codependency injury based on the perception of lived experiences on the self-efficacy of ad... by mahdi Dehghanharati, Kazem Barzegar Bafrooei, Marieh Dehghanmanshadi

“…Background: Adolescents need an optimal level of self-efficacy in order to function optimally in different dimensions of their lives. …”
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Continuous Production of Carbon Foam from Carbon Ore by Caleb Gula, Kody Wolfe, Jason Trembly, John Staser, Rudolph Olson, III, Eric Shereda, Yahya Al-Majali

“…Coal-derived carbon foam materials offer exceptional thermal and mechanical properties, positioning them as an optimal choice for high-volume applications such as building and construction. …”
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Artificial intelligence for determining learning strategies in university students by Ángel Ramón Sabando-García, Cynthia Michel Olguín-Martínez, Raul Marcelo Benavides-Lara, Teresa Irina Salazar-Echeagaray, Eduardo Alfonso Huerta-Mora, Bibian Bibeca Bumbila-García, Lizandro Agustín Cedeño-Barcia, Jenniffer Sobeida Moreira-Choez

“…In this context, the objective of this study was to determine the learning strategies of students at the Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador, Santo Domingo campus (PUCESD) using artificial intelligence.MethodsThe research followed a quantitative, correlational, and predictive approach, with a probabilistic sample of 162 students aged 17–24, of whom 29% were male and 71% female, from public, private religious, private secular, and semi-private institutions. Through the ACRA questionnaire, three dimensions were evaluated: cognitive strategies, study habits, and learning support.ResultsThe results revealed a structure with adequate internal consistency and structural validity, high-lighting a significant relationship between cognitive strategies and study habits, suggesting a positive interaction between the two to optimize learning.ConclusionsArtificial intelligence proved effective in identifying patterns in learning strategies. …”
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Quantification of Gypsum in Soils: Methodological Proposal by Daniela Álvarez, Montserrat Antúnez, Silvia Porras, Rafael Rodríguez-Ochoa, José Ramón Olarieta, Rosa M. Poch

“…Gypsum is widely found in soils under arid and semi-arid climates due to its semi-soluble nature. …”
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Efficiency of an Ultrafiltration Process for the Depollution of Pretreated Olive Mill Wastewater by Mohammed Zine, Noureddine Touach, El Mostapha Lotfi, Philippe Moulin

“…The depollution of constructed wetland-pretreated olive mill wastewater (OMW) using a membrane filtration system was experimentally studied. Dead-end filtration (DEF) was employed to evaluate suitable MF/UF membranes and select the appropriate molecular weight cut-off for optimal OMW treatment. …”
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Risk-reducing salpingectomy: considerations from an OBGYN perspective by Alexandra Lukey, A. Fuchsia Howard, Alice J. Mei, Michael R. Law, David Huntsman, Celeste Leigh Pearce, Rafael Meza, Gillian E. Hanley

“…Methods We conducted semi-structured interviews with purposefully sampled practicing OBGYNs in the province of British Columbia, Canada. …”
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Reproductive Management of Peruvian Grunt <i>Anisotremus scapularis</i> in Captivity: Spawning Dynamics, Hatching Rate, and Larval Survival by Jordan I. Huanacuni, Renzo Pepe-Victoriano, Pablo Presa, Luis A. Espinoza-Ramos

“…Fish were fed a semi-moist, animal-protein-based diet (37% protein and 6.6% lipid) at 2% body weight/day. …”
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Array inspired wideband and high gain antenna with enhanced pattern diversity for 5G mm wave networks by Nawaf A. Alqwaifly, Wahaj Abbas Awan, Nabeel Alsaab, Fahad Nasser Alsunaydih, Khaled Alhassoon

“…Initially, a single antenna element is developed by loading two semi-circular stubs onto a basic rectangular patch to enhance the impedance bandwidth. …”
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Preferences of melanoma patients to accept adjuvant therapy and toxicity – a qualitative substudy of the GerMelaTox-A project by Toni Maria Janke, Laura Moysig, Christine Blome, Katharina C. Kähler

“…The cluster “emotions and feelings” described optimism and hope but also mental strain originating from possible treatment options. …”
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Smart estimation of protective antioxidant enzymes’ activity in savory (Satureja rechingeri L.) under drought stress and soil amendments by Amin Taheri-Garavand, Mojgan Beiranvandi, Abdolreza Ahmadi, Nikolaos Nikoloudakis

“…Abstract Savory (Satureja rechingeri L.) is one of Iran’s most important medicinal plants, having low irrigation needs, and thus is considered one of the most valuable plants for cultivation in arid and semi-arid regions, especially under drought conditions. …”
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Barriers and facilitators to prehabilitation of elderly patients with early lung cancer from the perspective of different clinical professionals: a qualitative study by Rui Zhang, Mei Wu, Yun Cheng, Liting Zhao, Yamin Xu, Lu Xia

“…Methods A qualitative descriptive study was undertaken. Semi-structured interviews with clinical professionals, using purposive sampling and content analysis were conducted in March to May 2023 to summarize and refine the key themes. …”
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RESEARCH ON THE TRIBOLOGICAL PERFORMACNE OF GROOVED TEXTURED END SEALS BASED ON GUIDE-AGGREGATION EFFECT by CHEN Xiaoya, ZHANG Lei, LI Meng, SHI Liping

“…As a result， the low energy loss in system, and an optimal liquid film bearing capacity achieves. …”
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A systematic survey: role of deep learning-based image anomaly detection in industrial inspection contexts by Vinita Shukla, Amit Shukla, Surya Prakash S. K., Shraddha Shukla

“…Accurate anomaly detection is crucial for ensuring the reliability and robustness of automated systems. The intelligence of an industrial automation system is directly linked to its ability to detect and rectify abnormalities, thereby maintaining optimal performance. …”
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Factors influencing adherence to antiretroviral therapy among young adults in Limpopo province by Victoria Mashele, Gert J.O. Marincowitz, Clara Marincowitz

“…Methods: A qualitative study was conducted using individual semi-structured interviews to understand factors influencing adherence to ART among young adults. …”
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Enhancing grid-connected PV-EV charging station performance through a real-time dynamic power management using model predictive control by Aziz Watil, Hamid Chojaa

“…Additionally, PV arrays are typically designed to extract maximum power, leading to over-current or over-voltage situations that compromise the safety of the charging infrastructure and the EV. Furthermore, these systems often require multiple power electronics converters, increasing complexity and costs while reducing overall system efficiency. …”
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Experiences of rehabilitation one year after breast cancer diagnosis-A focus group study from the ReScreen randomized controlled trial. by Ing-Marie Olsson, Charlotta Dykes, Lisa Rydén, Ulrika Olsson-Möller, Marlene Malmström

“…A proactive, person-centered approach in rehabilitation, aimed at those with extended needs, would potentially optimize rehabilitation and facilitate the recovery process after breast cancer treatment.…”
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Melting in Shell-and-Tube and Shell-and-Coil Thermal Energy Storage: Analytical Correlation for Melting Fraction by Michał Rogowski, Maciej Fabrykiewicz, Rafał Andrzejczyk

“…Due to the scarcity of correlations for constant heat-flux conditions, the novel contribution of this work is the development of a modified semi-empirical correlation for the shell-and-coil TES system. …”
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