Machine learning for clustering and classification of early knee osteoarthritis using single-leg standing kinematics by Ui-Jae Hwang, Kyu Sung Chung, Sung-Min Ha

“…This study investigated the application of machine learning techniques to single-leg standing (SLS) kinematics to classify and predict EOA. (1) To identify distinct groups based on SLS kinematic patterns using unsupervised learning algorithms, (2) to develop supervised learning models to predict EOA status, and (3) to identify the most influential kinematic variables associated with EOA. …”
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Gender differences in the association between community care and quality of life among older adults in China by Ying Cui, Suyeon Kim, Selin Woo, Mankyu Choi

“…A total of 8657 participants aged 65 years and older were included in the final analysis. …”
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Exploring tropical forest aboveground carbon dynamics via modelled landscapes of varied food production, past and present by Sebastian A. Los, Ricarda Winkelmann, Patrick Roberts

“…We examine past examples of tropical land use activities including understory thinning, selective agroforestry and various swidden patterns. We compare these to old‐growth forests, open cropping and plantation systems. …”
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"You have to stay in your house…because trouble can come": The impact of education, policy, and COVID-19 on menstruation experiences in Florence, Italy. by Meagan R DeMark, Grace A Khamis, Megan S Rach, Jaslin A Martinez, Andrea L DeMaria

“…Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic caused menstrual lifestyle patterns and experiences to be altered. The purpose of this study is to gain an understanding of menstruation-related education and policies accessible to menstruators and the impact COVID-19 had on menstruators. …”
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More than just visits: Timing, frequency, and determinants of effective antenatal care in Bangladesh - BDHS 2007 to 2017-18. by Md Hasibul Islam Jitu, Awan Afiaz, Raaj Kishore Biswas

“…Geospatial mapping was employed to visualize spatial patterns, followed by survey-weighted logistic regression to identify risk factors associated with late initiation of ANC and low ANC visit frequency. …”
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The Response to Hydrological Regime Change of Nitrogen Transformation Processes at the Sediment‐Water Interface of Seasonal Floodplain Lakes: Insights From the Yangtze River‐Poyang... by Zhongtian Zhang, Guangqiu Jin, Hongwu Tang, Haiyu Yuan, Hexiang Chen, Qi Zhang

“…This system generates to unique seasonal fluctuations, forming a distinctive seasonal lake system, which influences hydrological and hydrodynamic processes across floodplains. Recent years have witnessed significant alterations in the hydrological patterns of the Yangtze River, notably in water levels, thereby impacting the nutrient dynamics such as nitrogen transformation at the sediment‐water interface of Poyang Lake. …”
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Characteristics of non-drinking and drinking adults in Taiwan and their implications in alcohol epidemiological studies. by Tsung Yu, Tzu-Jung Wong, Hsing-Yu Yang

“…<h4>Conclusions</h4>We observed that occasional drinkers had a better socioeconomic position than non-drinkers; moderate drinkers seemed to have a worse risk profile than non-drinkers. These confounding patterns were different from that in Western countries and may thereby help us make causal inferences regarding alcohol and health.…”
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Antihypoxic activity of benzylidenhydrazides of 4-R-5- (thiophene-2-ylmethyl)-1,2,4-triazol-3-il)thioacetic acid by O. A. Suhak, O. I. Panasenko, Ye. G. Knysh

“…In recent years we see significant increase of natural and technogenic situations that lead to disorders of functional and metabolic processes of central nervous system and cardiovascular diseases, including acute cerebrovascular accident. …”
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Priority and non-priority sector GNPAS in Indian commercial banks: a comparison between sub-sectors by Kavita Kanyan, Shveta Singh

“…Practical implications – Based on the study's findings about the patterns of non-performing assets originating from these specific industries, banks might improve the way in which these advanced loans are managed. …”
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Human–Carnivore Conflict in and Around Kafta Sheraro National Park, Northern Ethiopia: Determinants, Costs, and Conservation Implications by Esayas Embaye Kidane, Berhe Gebremichael Weldetnsae, Zenebe Girmay Siyum, Gidey Yirga, Teklebrhan Kidane Yigzaw

“…The surveys gathered data on respondents’ reports of carnivore depredation, the extent and patterns of human–carnivore conflicts, incidents of carnivore killings, the economic impact of livestock depredation, threats to wildlife conservation, potential traditional mitigation measures for human–carnivore conflicts, and their socio-economic characteristics. …”
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Dietary Networks Identified by Gaussian Graphical Model and Odds of Major Depressive Disorder: A Case-Control Study by Hossein Shahinfar, Sakineh Shab-Bidar, Mohammad Effatpanah, Reza Askari, Shima Jazayeri

“…The Gaussian graphical model (GGM) is a new approach that has recently gained attention for identifying dietary patterns. It examines the connections between different food groups and how they are consumed together. …”
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Assessment of the Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on the Incomes and Adaptation of the Population of the Region To It: Statistical Approach by N. D. Kremlev, I. A. Drozdova

“…The relevance of the study is connected with the problems of reflecting the pandemic, searching for patterns and its interrelations with incomes, health, living conditions of the population. …”
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Antibacterial activity on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and antioxidant properties of silver nanoparticles synthesized by Hunteria umbellata (K. Schum.) seeds by Fidelis Ifeakachukwu OKOLAFOR, Martyna Chinedu UBA, Onoche Vera OKOLAFOR, Salem Kivos ADEBIYI

“…UV-Vis spectra analysis was used to reveal the distinct absorption patterns for AgNPs synthesized by ethanol and aqueous extracts. …”
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Metabolomic disorders caused by an imbalance in the gut microbiota are associated with central precocious puberty by Chunjie Liu, Shasha Zhou, Yan Li, Xiaoqin Yin, Pin Li

“…The incidence of CPP has been rising in recent years, with approximately 90% of cases lacking a clearly identifiable etiology. …”
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Using a Consumer Wearable Activity Monitoring Device to Study Physical Activity and Sleep Among Adolescents in Project Viva: Cohort Study by Yutong Zhang, Nicole Bornkamp, Marie-France Hivert, Emily Oken, Peter James

“…The high compliance rates provide valuable insights into adolescent behavior patterns and their influence on chronic disease development and mental health outcomes.…”
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A Statistical–Dynamical Downscaling Technique for Wind Resource Mapping: A Regional Atmospheric-Circulation-Type Approach with Numerical Weather Prediction Modeling by Xsitaaz T. Chadee, Naresh R. Seegobin, Ricardo M. Clarke

“…The SDD method uses a novel wind class generation technique derived directly from reanalysis wind field patterns. For the Caribbean, 82 wind classes were defined from an atmospheric circulation catalog of seven types derived from 850 hPa daily wind fields from the NCEP-DOE reanalysis over 32 years. …”
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Maxillofacial trauma and its management presenting in tertiary care hospital in Lahore during Covid-19 pandemic by Syed Shumail Ahmad, Gulraiz Zulfiqar, Bisma Iftikhar

“… Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the patterns of maxillofacial injuries, etiology and their management during the pandemic of Covid-19 in a tertiary care hospital in Lahore, Pakistan. …”
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Perceived anxiety and physical activity behaviour changes during the early stages of COVID-19 restrictions in community-dwelling adults in Canada: a cross-sectional study by Patricia K Doyle-Baker, Gavin R McCormack, Jennie A Petersen, Dalia Ghoneim

“…In our study, we describe physical activity and sedentary behaviour patterns in relation to the pandemic and estimate associations between anxiety and physical activity and sedentary behaviour in community-dwelling adults.Design Cross-sectional study.Setting Calgary, Alberta, Canada.Participants Between April and June 2020, a random sample of 1124 adults (≥18 years) completed an online questionnaire.Primary and secondary outcomes The online questionnaire captured current walking, moderate intensity, vigorous intensity and total physical activity and sedentary behaviour (ie, sitting and leisure-based screen time), perceived relative changes in physical activity, sedentary and social behaviours since the pandemic, perceived seriousness and anxiety related to COVID-19, and sociodemographic characteristics. …”
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The relationship between methylation of tumor suppressor genes <i>APC</i>, <i>GSTP1</i>, <i>RASSF1A</i> and content of prostate-specific antigen- associated markers in prostate can... by I. A. Aboyan, E. N. Fedotova, A. Yu. Maksimov, E. F. Кomarova, S. N. Vlasov

“…The present study included 54 patients with suspicion of PCa, up to 75-years old, who had an initial total PSA level from 2.5 to 10 ng/ml. …”
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Abnormal static and dynamic regional homogeneity in adolescent major depressive disorder with somatic symptoms: a resting-state fMRI study by Siye Yu, Chang Shu, Gaohua Wang

“…Conclusions Our findings suggested that there may be abnormal patterns of functional local connectivity in SPG, IPG and IFGtriang in adolescent MDD patients with somatic symptoms, enriching the knowledge of neurological mechanism concerning somatic symptoms in adolescent MDD.…”
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