The role of animal-assisted interventions (AAI) in healthcare waiting rooms: A scoping review on enhancing patients’ well-being and experience by Irene Hartigan, Yvonne Pennisi, Claire Harman, Claire Keating, Kate Fitzgerald, My Linh Truong

“…While the term “therapy dog” may be misleading, these animals play a vital role in providing emotional support and enhancing patient well-being in healthcare settings. Future research should further clarify the distinct functions of therapy versus service dogs and explore the long-term and population-specific impacts of AAI in patient-centered care.…”
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The effect of automated accounting systems (AAS) on audit independence: Empirical Evidence from South West, Nigeria. by Amos Olusola AKINOLA, Adekunle Olusola OLADEJO, Ebenezer Foluso OLUWAKAYODE, Abud-Azeez Adetunji ADEREMI

“…It is therefore recommended that private and public entities should embrace automation of accounting functions as this redresses the incidence of familiarity and direct interference with the audit process by clients (auditees).…”
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Assessment of the feed additive consisting of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DSM 18113 for all animal species for the renewal of its authorisation (Pioneer Hi‐Bred International, In... by EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP), Vasileios Bampidis, Giovanna Azimonti, Maria de Lourdes Bastos, Henrik Christensen, Mojca Durjava, Birgit Dusemund, Maryline Kouba, Marta López‐Alonso, Secundino López Puente, Francesca Marcon, Baltasar Mayo, Alena Pechová, Mariana Petkova, Fernando Ramos, Roberto Edoardo Villa, Ruud Woutersen, Montserrat Anguita, Nicole Bozzi Cionci, Rosella Brozzi, Jaume Galobart, Yolanda García‐Cazorla, Matteo L. Innocenti, Joana Revez

“…Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the assessment of the application for renewal of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (formerly Lactobacillus plantarum) DSM 18113 as a technological additive (functional group: silage additive) for all animal species. …”
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Laser induced graphene enhancing polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) films for advanced applications by Vala Can Aşkan, Bahar Şölen Akdemir, Nihan Aydemir, Ahmet Yavuz Oral

“…Among them, polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) stands out as a promising candidate whose properties can be further improved by incorporating functional fillers. In this study, the potential use of laser-induced graphene (LIG) as a filler to improve the electrical properties of PVDF films is investigated. …”
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Antimicrobial peptides and proteins against drug-resistant pathogens by Yeji Wang, Minghui Song, Wenqiang Chang

“…Despite these challenges, they remain a valuable resource in the fight against drug-resistant pathogens. Future research should focus on overcoming these limitations to fully realize the therapeutic potential of antimicrobial peptides in the infection control.…”
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Neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease: are we looking at the right spot? by Gabriel S. Rocha, Marco Aurelio M. Freire, Daniel Falcao, Tiago F. Outeiro, Rafael R. Lima, Jose Ronaldo Santos

“…In light of this, growing attention has turned to the role of axons within the nigrostriatal pathway—an extensive network connecting the substantia nigra to the striatum, essential for both dopamine transmission and the overall functioning of the motor control by the brain. By directing a focus toward this aspect, in this nano review article we examine why nigrostriatal axons deserve increased attention and should be considered a pivotal target for further therapeutic strategies in PD.…”
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Adaptive Modulation Scheme Based on Partially Pre-Distorted LACO-OFDM for VLC System by Yaqi Sun, Fang Yang

“…The probability distribution functions of the conventional and pre-distorted LACO-OFDM schemes are analyzed and compared and the layers that should be pre-distorted in the proposed scheme is decided adaptively by maximizing the achievable rate. …”
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Research on the Emission of Biogenic Volatile Organic Compounds from Terrestrial Vegetation by Dingyi Pei, Anzhi Wang, Lidu Shen, Jiabing Wu

“…This study contributes to a deeper understanding of vegetation ecology and its environmental functions.…”
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The fat oxidation rate at rest and under exercise load «until exhaustion» in Nordic skiers by A. Yu. Lyudinina, E. A. Bushmanova, T. P. Loginova, N. G. Varlamova, E. R. Boyko

“…Conclusions: the fat oxidation rate during exercise should be used in assessing the functional state of athletes when planning load regimes and preventing overtraining.…”
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Implications of Extra-cardiac Disease in Patient Selection for Heart Transplantation: Considerations in Cardiac Amyloidosis by Lynn Raju Punnoose, Hasan Siddiqi, Julie Rosenthal, Michelle Kittleson, Ronald Witteles, Kevin Alexander

“…Disease-modifying therapies in both light chain and transthyretin amyloidosis have improved patient functional status and survival. Conceivably, as heart failure may progress despite amyloid therapies, more patients may be considered for heart transplantation. …”
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5 financial System: an Integrated approach in the Context of the State financial Policy by Yu.  N.  Vorob’ev, L.  M.  Borshch

“…The public fnancial policy should take into account the peculiarities of the functioning and development of the fnancial system in the context of constantly occurring macro-, meso-, and microeconomic processes. …”
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Advancing Understanding of Anorectal Malformations Through Microfocus Computed Tomography Imaging of Resected Material by Daniël Docter, Bernadette S. de Bakker, Jaco Hagoort, Joris J.T.H. Roelofs, Sjoerd de Beer, Ernst van Heurn, Joep Derikx, Marc A. Benninga, Justin de Jong, Ramon R. Gorter

“…Although clinical functionality should be studied in the future, our results indicate that the fistula has a normal anal canal morphology and should be spared during ARM reconstruction if possible.…”
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Current problems of legal regulation of democratic practice (fundamentals of the concept of the Code of Democracy) by A.V. Pogodin, E.V. Krasnov, A.V. Putintsev

“…It was suggested that the theoretical basis should include the fundamental problems of practice reflecting the patterns of its functioning and development. …”
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Quality Evaluation Based Simulation Selection (QEBSS) for analysis of conformational ensembles and dynamics of multidomain proteins by Amanda E. Sandelin, Ricky Nencini, Ekrem Yasar, Satoshi Fudo, Vassilis Stratoulias, Tommi Kajander, O. H. Samuli Ollila

“…Given the importance of such proteins in biology, biotechnology, and materials science, QEBSS should benefit fields from drug design to novel materials development.…”
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Plant-based seafood alternatives: Current insights on the nutrition, protein-flavour interactions, and the processing of these foods by Enoch Enorkplim Abotsi, Yashodha Panagodage, Marcia English

“…However, the wide-spread adoption of these products weighs heavily on the ingredients used in the formulations which should not only satisfy nutritional and sustainability targets but must also meet consumer approval and functionality. …”
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Impact of bolt positioning on the stiffness of angular support brackets by Dario Croccolo, Stefano Fini, Muhammad Yasir Khan

“…The results revealed that a triangular bolt pattern is recommended for three bolts, whereas for four or more bolts, the pattern should be uniform to avoid stress concentrations. …”
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Revisiting Euler-Poisson Equations for a Rigid Body under the Influence of Time-Dependent Temperature Field by Sergey Ershkov

“…It is shown that two classical first integrals of motion remain the same whereas the integral of energy should be updated accordingly to slowly variable principal moments of inertia {Ii} (i = 1, 2, 3) stemming from the temperature-dependent sizes of a rigid body. …”
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MAIN ASPECTS OF PRODUCING WHEY BEVERAGES WITH THE ADDITION OF PLANT POLYSACCHARIDES BASED ON THE USE OF ULTRAFILTRATION by Babenyshev S.P., Emelyanov S.A., Zhidkov V.Е., Mamay D.S., Utkin V.P.

“…The urbanization of modern society against the background of the negative changes in environmental conditions, resulting in changes in the structure and composition of food products, strongly dictates the need to develop new types of foods notable for functionality. Modern foodstuffs should not only meet people demand for energy and basic nutrients, but also have curative and preventive properties. …”
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Peningkatan Kualitas Kesehatan Pesantren Menuju Santri Sehat Ceria (Satria) di Pondok Pesantren Salafiyah Tarbiyah Islamiyah Batang Kabung Kecamatan Koto Tangah Kota Padang by Sovia Susianty, Fitri Mailani, Bunga Permata Wenny, Tiurmaida Simandalahi, Dewi Murni

“…Poskestren cadre training activities were carried out for 30 students and female students related to first aid handling, fever management, PHBS, and several infectious diseases that often occur in Islamic boarding schools. This training should be carried out continuously so the Poskestren can perform its functions properly. …”
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Study on the Relationship between Port Governance and Terminal Operation System for Smart Port: Japan Case by Hideyo Inutsuka, Kinya Ichimura, Yoshihisa Sugimura, Muneo Yoshie, Takeshi Shinoda

“…<i>Conclusions</i>: TOS capabilities for smart ports should be implemented according to the characteristics of port management in each region, and the studies conducted in this paper are useful in examining port system implementation strategies.…”
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