Clinical, pathogenetic, and diagnostic features of heart failure in patients with coronary heart disease and thyrotoxicosis by A. I. Chesnikova, E. V. Pashchenko, V. P. Terentyev, V. I. Kudinov

“…To assess the diagnostic significance of chronic heart failure (CHF) criteria and to study the features  of structural  and  functional remodeling  of the left heart  in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and thyrotoxicosis.Material and methods. …”
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Chiral-Dependent Redox Capacitive Biosensor Using Cu-Cys-GSH Nanoparticles for Ultrasensitive H₂O₂ Detection by Duygu Yilmaz Aydin, Jie Jayne Wu, Jiangang Chen

“…Copper-thiolate nanostructures, formed through the self-assembly of cysteine (Cys) and glutathione (GSH) with copper ions, offer a versatile platform for redox-active applications due to their structural stability and chemical functionality. In this study, Cu-Cys-GSH nanoparticles were synthesized and employed to develop a capacitive biosensor for the ultralow concentration detection of hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂). …”
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A Multi-Strategy Improved Horned Lizard Optimization Algorithm and Its Application in Engineering Optimization by Yancang Li, Jinfan Zhang, Zidong Jin, Weitao Qiao

“…These advances establish the computational efficiency and reliability of MSHLOA for engineering problems, providing a general example of an augmented meta-heuristic algorithm that offers a new, more efficient solution to engineering structural optimization problems.…”
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Application of the spectral bisection algorithm for the analysis of criminal communities in social networks by K. M. Bondar, V. S. Dunin, P. B. Skripko, N. S. Khokhlov

“…The methods of scientific research used in the work include: analysis of social networks, methods based on graph decomposition algorithms, methods of data analysis from open sources, methods of linear algebra and algorithmization.Result. Taking into account the objectives of the study, the main direction of the structural analysis of the social network is justified – the definition of communities and an approach to solving the problem of community research is proposed, which involves two stages. …”
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Soil Amplification and Code Compliance: A Case Study of the 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes in Hayrullah Neighborhood by Eyübhan Avcı, Kamil Bekir Afacan, Emre Deveci, Melih Uysal, Suna Altundaş, Mehmet Can Balcı

“…This level of amplification was consistent with the damage observed in mid- to high-rise buildings, highlighting the important role of local site effects in the structural losses seen during the Kahramanmaraş earthquakes.…”
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Impact of recycling on polymer binder integrity in metal injection molding by György Ledniczky, Ferenc Ronkay, Pál Hansághy, Zoltán Weltsch

“…This study explores the recyclability of polymer-based feedstocks used in Metal Injection Molding, specifically evaluating how repeated recycling affects the structural integrity and thermal stability of polymer binders. …”
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Neighborhood poverty and hopelessness in older adults: The mediating role of perceived neighborhood disorder. by Yeon Jin Choi, Eun Young Choi, Jennifer A Ailshire

“…We further examined the formal mediating effects of neighborhood disorder using structural equation modeling. The total effect of neighborhood poverty on hopelessness was significant (β = 0.08, bootstrapped 95%CI = 0.05, 0.10). …”
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Electrochemical Detection of Bisphenol S Based on Molecularly Imprinted Polymers Grafted on Functionalized Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes: A Facile Sensor Fabrication Approach by Christopher Mwanza, Lin Zhao, Qing Zhang, Shou-Nian Ding

“…The sensor retained 96.0% of its response after four weeks and exhibited high selectivity against structural analogues. In spiked plastic extract samples, recoveries ranged from 95.6% to 105.0%. …”
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Polydextrose Reduces the Hardness of Cooked Chinese Sea Rice Through Intermolecular Interactions by Chang Liu, Bing Dai, Xiaohong Luo, Hongdong Song, Xingjun Li

“…Supposing that polydextrose molecules could improve the hard texture of cooked rice based on intermolecular interactions and forming a hydrogel-like network structure, this study added polydextrose (moisture content 1%) at 0%, 3%, 5%, 7%, and 10% concentrations to rice (cv. …”
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Non-peroxide eggshell-based experimental material: Effects on the color and composition of human dental enamel by Carolina Torres-Rodríguez, Jennifer González García, Pedro Álvarez-Lloret, Edgar Delgado-Mejía

“…This study examines changes in the color and chemical structure of human enamel induced by a biomimetic calcium phosphate-based bleaching ceramic derived from chicken eggshell, known as the experimental remineralizing Substance (ERS). …”
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Novel polymer surfactants based on the branched silatrane-containing polyesters and polyethers by V. V. Istratov, V. I. Gomzyak, O. V. Yamskova, G. D. Markova, L. G. Komarova, B. A. Izmaylov, V. A. Vasnev

“…The polymers were modified with 3-isocyanopropylsilatrane and trimethylethoxysilane to obtain the amphiphilic compounds containing silatrane groups bonded to the polymer backbone by the urethane bond. The structure of the synthesized polymer silatranes was confirmed via nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and gel permeation chromatography. …”
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Dynamiczne Linie Wpływu Ugięć Wieloczęściowego Pasma na Sprężystym Podłożu by R. Skarżyński

“…The solution of the problem is obtained by the method of generalized series of Fourier's eigen-functions. In both structures, the solution is brought to set of linear equations and is illustrated by an example. …”
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Flat Array Antennas for Ku-Band Mobile Satellite Terminals by Roberto Vincenti Gatti, Luca Marcaccioli, Elisa Sbarra, Roberto Sorrentino

“…High antenna efficiency and low fabrication cost are ensured by the employment of innovative SIW (Substrate Integrated Waveguide) structures. The second antenna, receiving-only, is designed for radio/video streaming services in mobile environment. …”
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Site response analysis for estimation of seismic site amplification in the city of Durban (South Africa) by B. Manzunzu, V. Midzi, B. Zulu, T. Mulabisana, T. Pule, M. Sethobya, N. Mankayi

“…Therefore, a site-specific design approach should be adopted for the seismic design of critical structures.…”
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Effect of Porosity on Nonlinear Tip Deflection of Functionally Graded Piezoelectric Actuators by Mohammad Gholami, Mansour Alizadeh

“…<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Introduction:</strong> Beam-shaped structures, especially bending-mode actuators, are more common and have attracted more attention from researchers due to flexibility in design and ease of fabrication.…”
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Atrophy related neuroimaging biomarkers for neurological and cognitive function in Wilson disease by Ann Carolin Hausmann, Christian Rubbert, Silja K. Querbach, Vivien Lorena Ivan, Alfons Schnitzler, Christian Johannes Hartmann, Julian Caspers

“…Methods In this study, 30 WD patients and 30 age- and sex-matched healthy controls were enrolled prospectively and underwent structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Regional atrophy was evaluated using established linear radiological measurements and the automated workflow volumetric estimation of gross atrophy and brain age longitudinally (veganbagel) for age- and sex-specific estimations of regional brain volume changes. …”
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Experimental study on nonlinear hygroscopic and strength behavior of mudstone under coupled temperature and humidity conditions for underground engineering by Weisheng Zhao, Lijun Han, Shuai Yan, Wei He

“…Abstract The hygroscopic behavior of mudstone and its water content significantly influence the stability of underground engineering structures. This study investigated the hygroscopic behavior of mudstone under coupled temperature and humidity conditions and its effect on mechanical properties through hygroscopicity experiments and uniaxial compression tests. …”
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Key Competencies of Built Environment Professionals for Achieving Net-Zero Carbon Emissions in the Ghanaian Construction Industry by Kofi Agyekum, Kezia Nana Yaa Serwaa Sackey, Felix Esahe Addoh, Hayford Pittri, John Sosu, Frederick Owusu Danso

“…A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire survey to examine the opinions of 125 professionals, including architects, engineers, and construction managers. …”
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Entrepreneurial Orientation Impact on Entrepreneurial Behavior in the Service Industry by Fayeq Ali Ali

“…In the same way, objectives are structured to reach the expected outcome of research justifying the underlying factors of entrepreneurial orientation, knowing the importance of entrepreneurial behavior for restaurateurs, and validating the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation and entrepreneurial behavior. …”
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Prevalence of stroke cognition and health literacy in high-risk populations in Chengdu: a community-based cross-sectional study by Yue Wang, Chun-yu He, Wen-bo Chen, Xiao-qing Jiang, Yan Xie, Yan Xie, Yuan-mei Zhao, Ling Yuan

“…Participants were first screened for stroke risk using a technical plan, followed by an assessment of socio-demographic factors and health education status through a pre-designed structured interview questionnaire. The Health Literacy Management Scale (HeLMS) was utilized to evaluate health literacy levels, while a stroke prevention and treatment knowledge questionnaire was used to assess stroke knowledge. …”
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