Interaction between Human Serum Albumin and Different Anatase TiO2 Nanoparticles: A Nano-bio Interface Study by Viviana Vergaro, Claudia Carlucci, Mariafrancesca Cascione, Caterina Lorusso, Francesca Conciauro, Barbara Federica Scremin, Paolo Maria Congedo, Giuseppe Cannazza, Cinzia Citti, Giuseppe Ciccarella

“…The interaction HSA-silicon supported TiO2 nanocrystals films was studied by atomic force microscopy (AFM), and resulted driven by the substrate hydrophilicity degree plus was different for the diverse range of nanocrystals tested. Surface roughness measurements showed that on some of the nanocrystals, HSA were arranged in a more globular manner. …”
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Distribution of <i>Solidago canadensis</i> L. (Asteraceae) in the Russian Federation by N. N. Luneva, E. N. Mysnik

“…The purpose of the study was to construct a map of the secondary range of distribution for S. canadensis within Russia by the beginning of the third decade of the 21st century, reflecting the frequency of its occurrence in the regions.The study of the S. canadensis distribution in Russia was based on an analysis of materials from scientific publications about its occurrence in each of the regions, republics, territories, and districts of Russia. …”
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Phytochemical, Heavy Metals and Antimicrobial Study of the Leaves of Calopogonium mucunoides by Ebuka Emenike, Chukwuebuka Onyema

“…The results obtained revealed that the leaves of C. mucunoides has some therapeutic values and could be exploited in the preparation of herbal drugs for the treatment various ailments.…”
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Insights on Climate Risks to the Central African Forest Ecosystems: An Interdisciplinary Review by Laura Burgin, Amy Doherty, Adam Higazi, Katy Richardson, Roger Calow

“…Hunting has led to defaunation in some areas, disturbing ecosystems and threatening iconic species. …”
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Recent Developments of Advanced Broadband Photodetectors Based on 2D Materials by Yan Tian, Hao Liu, Jing Li, Baodan Liu, Fei Liu

“…In Two-Dimensional Material-Based Broadband Photodetectors, some innovative strategies are given to expand the detection wavelength range of 2D material-based photodetectors and enhance their overall performances. …”
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Evolution of Tick-Borne Encephalitis over an 80-year Period: Main Manifestations, Probable Causes by N. M. Kolyasnikova, S. G. Gerasimov, A. A. Ishmukhametov, V. V. Pogodina

“…The analysis of the possible causes of evolutionary transformations is carried out, among which the main ones are natural factors (climate change), anthropogenic factors, namely disturbance of natural landscapes due to human activities and environmental pollution by some pesticides, and additional ones -impact of vaccination. …”
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Using Brain Science Theory to Analyze the Unity between Language Input and Output: Methodology Improvement Substantiation by Я-Вей Лін, Олег Базалук

“…The 4MAT Teaching and Learning Model and the Kirkpatrick Four-Level Evaluation Model are both widely applied, so a deliberate literature review to clarify the integration and the unity between them is conducted that expects to make some theoretical references inspired by the unity available to a wide range of linguistic teaching design and learning performance evaluation. …”
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Daily Mobility in Metropolitan Areas by Marcela Soto Caro

“…The internet survey results (824 students) provided further essential data on a range of individual’s travel patterns from different parts of the metropolis. …”
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Effectiveness of SMS-based interventions in enhancing antenatal care in developing countries: a systematic review by Mats Målqvist, Mahamadou Kante

“…The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool for randomised trials (RoB 2), the Risk Of Bias In Non-randomised Studies-of Interventions (ROBINS-I) and the Checklist for Reporting the Development and Evaluation of Complex Interventions in Healthcare (CReDECI), depending on the study design. A subgroup analysis was performed to explore variations in outcomes by region and study design.Results The review identified a range of SMS-based interventions (n=12) that differed in target audience, message frequency (weekly, pregnancy stage-oriented) and content (reminders (91.7% of cases, 11/12), educational (75%) and danger signs (16.7%)). …”
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Protocol to assess bottlenecks inhibiting the scaling up of evidence-based family planning practices in low-income and middle-income countries using mixed methods by James Kiarie, Moazzam Ali, Rita Kabra, Komal Preet Allagh, Kathryn Church, Abdulmumin Saad, Petrus Steyn

“…While there has been some success in implementing these practices, coverage remains inadequate in many countries. …”
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Twenty Element Concentrations in Human Organs Determined by Two-Jet Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry by Natalia P. Zaksas, Svetlana E. Soboleva, Georgy A. Nevinsky

“…The minimal content of elements was observed, respectively, in the following organs: Ag (all organs except liver), Ba (spleen, muscles, and brain), Ca and Mg (liver), Si (liver, muscle, and brain), Cd and Sr (heart and brain), Al, Cu, Fe, and Mn (muscle), and Zn (spleen and brain). The analysis of possible biological role and reasons for the increased content of some elements in the organs analyzed was carried out.…”
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Entrepreneurship among People with Disabilities in Unstable Macroenvironment Conditions by Andrzej Koza, Adriana Politaj

“…The adopted research methods were: critical analysis of the literature, statistical analysis, the inductive method, and dependency analysis based on Pearson’s correlation coefficient. …”
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An open prospective study on the efficacy of Navina Smart, an electronic system for transanal irrigation, in neurogenic bowel dysfunction. by Anton Emmanuel, Ines Kurze, Klaus Krogh, Maria Elena Ferreiro Velasco, Peter Christensen, Giuilio Del Popolo, Gabriele Bazzocchi, Claes Hultling, Brigitte Perrouin Verbe, Ralf Bothig, Thomas Glott, Miguel Angel Gonzalez Viejo

“…The NBD score was measured at baseline and at three months follow up (mean 98 days). Safety analysis was performed on the complete population while per protocol (PP) analysis was performed on 52 subjects.…”
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Costs of continuing RTS,S/ASO1E malaria vaccination in the three malaria vaccine pilot implementation countries. by Ranju Baral, Ann Levin, Chris Odero, Clint Pecenka, Collins Tabu, Evans Mwendo, George Bonsu, John Bawa, John Frederick Dadzie, Joyce Charo, Kwadwo Odei Antwi-Agyei, Kwame Amponsa-Achianou, Rose Eddah Jalango, Rouden Mkisi, Scott Gordon, Temwa Mzengeza, Winthrop Morgan, Farzana Muhib

“…Additionally, important cost drivers for vaccine delivery are highlighted, some of which might be influenced by global and country-specific financing and existing procurement mechanisms. …”
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Study of the Acute Toxicity of Scorpion Leiurus macroctenus Venom in Rats by Valery Gunas, Oleksandr Maievskyi, Nataliia Raksha, Tetiana Vovk, Oleksiy Savchuk, Serhii Shchypanskyi, Igor Gunas

“…The expansion of the territory of human habitation leads to inevitable interference in the natural range of distribution of one or another species of animals, some of which may be dangerous for human life. …”
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Choice Between Free Combination of Antihypertensive Agents and Fixed Dosed Combinations in the Treatment of Arterial Hypertension by O. S. Levchenkova, R. R. Galimulina, B. R. Komev, K. D. Zagnet

“…Most patients with arterial hypertension require more than one antihypertensive drug for blood pressure target achievement. Some patients are recommended for a multi-pill antihypertensive regimen, others — treatment with fixed dosed combinations in one tablet. …”
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Translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and validation of the HCT frailty scale for hematopoietic stem cell transplant candidates: an observational study by Luz Lorca, Barbara Puga Larrain, Ivana Leao Ribeiro, Ivana Gonzalez Valdivia, Angelia Fernández Hermoso, Francisca Bass Maturana, Francisco Canelo Lazcano

“…Some terms in the content were adjusted without affecting the overall structure of the scale. …”
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Body weight and morphological profile of blood of deer (Cervus elaphus) in the conditions of Polissia Volyn by R. V. Hunchak, V. M. Hunchak, M. P. Soltys

“…The homeostasis of the whole organism and the analysis of hematological parameters in red deer (Cervus elaphus) play an essential role in comparative physiology for health assessment and disease diagnosis. …”
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Revealing the hidden diversity of Chlorella heliozoae-infecting giant viruses by Lethícia R. Henriques, Bruna B. F. Botelho, Roger M. Carlson, João Victor R. P. Carvalho, Ellen G. Oliveira, Irina V. Agarkova, James L. Van Etten, David D. Dunigan, Rodrigo A. L. Rodrigues

“…We observed a high level of genome synteny, and the tRNA islets maintain a distinct interspecific pattern, although some notable variations are evident. Our analysis reveals an open pan-genome composed of 681 COGs, more than 30% of which consist of uncharacterized genes, highlighting significant innovative genetic potential for these viruses. …”
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Robust measurement of clinical improvement in patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus by Benjamin A Nanes, Jane L Zhu, Benjamin F Chong

“…This study characterises CLE outcome measures and identifies the influence of clinical improvement thresholds on strengths of associations with patient demographic and clinical factors.Methods In this pilot cohort study, multivariable models identified factors associated with CLE activity and skin damage improvement, defined as relative decreases in Cutaneous Lupus Activity and Severity Index (CLASI) activity (CLASI-A) and damage (CLASI-D) scores, over ranges of response thresholds.Results 66 patients with 119 visit-pairs were included in the CLASI-A analysis. 74 patients with 177 visit-pairs were included in the CLASI-D analysis. …”
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