Maize crop residue cover mapping using Sentinel-2 MSI data and random forest algorithms by Jia Du, Pierre-Andre Jacinthe, Kaishan Song, Longlong Zhang, Boyu Zhao, Hua Liu, Yan Wang, Weijian Zhang, Zhi Zheng, Weilin Yu, Yiwei Zhang, Dapeng Jiang

“…These findings showed that the RF algorithm can be used to map regional MRC and, therefore, represents a useful tool for monitoring regional-scale adoption of conservation agricultural practices.…”
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Utility of CB-NAAT in cutaneous tuberculosis: A prospective observational study by Parul Verma, Srishti Tripathi, Swastika Suvirya, Prakriti Shukla, Amita Jain, Atin Singhai, Urmila Singh, Nishant Verma

“…It can prove as a promising tool for early detection of cutaneous TB along with drug-resistant TB especially in the high endemic zones.…”
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Effects of Tank-Mix Adjuvants on Spray Performance Under Downwash Airflow Fields Using an Indoor Simulated UASS Spraying Platform by Supakorn Wongsuk, Yangfan Li, Zhaoyan Zhu, Mengran Yang, Hao Zhang, Li Zhang, Changling Wang, Xiongkui He

“…The unmanned aerial spraying system (UASS) has emerged as an advanced tool in precision agriculture for applying plant protection products (PPP). …”
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Perioperative hypothermia prevention: development of simple principles and practice recommendations using a multidisciplinary consensus-based approach by Fiona M Wood, Nicholas Ralph, Jed Duff, Judy Munday, David Sturgess, Mary-Anne Ramis

“…Objectives To develop a consensus on evidence-based principles and recommendations for perioperative hypothermia prevention in the Australian context.Design This study was informed by CAN-IMPLEMENT using the ADAPTE process: (1) formation of a multidisciplinary development team; (2) systematic search process identifying existing guidance for perioperative hypothermia prevention; (3) appraisal using the AGREE II Rigor of Development domain; (4) extraction of recommendations from guidelines meeting a quality threshold using the AGREE-REX tool; (5) review of draft principles and recommendations by multidisciplinary clinicians nationally and (6) subsequent round of discussion, drafting, reflection and revision by the original panel member team.Setting Australian perioperative departments.Participants Registered nurses, anaesthetists, surgeons and anaesthetic allied health practitioners.Results A total of 23 papers (12 guidelines, 6 evidence summaries, 3 standards, 1 best practice sheet and 1 evidence-based bundle) formed the evidence base. …”
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Higher AVCO2 and Lactate Gradient Combined with SOFA Score as a Mortality Predictor during the 6-Hours of Resuscitation of Septic Shock by Morteza Talebi Doluee, Sahar Azam Ghasemzadeh, Ahmad Bagheri Moghadam, Zahra Abbasishaye, Davood Soroosh, Elnaz Vafadar Moradi

“…Conclusion: Overall, the gradient of AV PCO2 and lactate clearance combined with SOFA score can be a valuable tool for clinicians in predicting mortality risk in critically ill patients and guiding treatment decisions. …”
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Sustainability assessment of pectin extraction from Citrus paradisi peel to support the encapsulation of lactic acid bacteria by Natalia A. Di Clemente, Enzo La Cava, Sonia Sgroppo, Andrea Gomez-Zavaglia, Esteban Gerbino

“…Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a useful tool for assessing the environmental and energy impacts of a production cycle. …”
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Audio-Visual Distraction- A Non-Pharmacological Approach to Alleviate Pain in Pediatric Vaccine Administration: An Observational Study by Harsshika Bajaj, Akaash Tandel, Uday Rajput, Naresh Sonkawade, Rahul Dawre, Sameer Pawar, Sangeeta Chivale, Pragati Kamath, Kanchan Sakharkar, Poonam Sancheti, Murlidhar Tambe, Aarti Kinikar

“…In order to improve the effectivity of pain reduction during routine vaccination OPD this study was done to analyse the effectiveness of audio-visual gadgets as a distraction tool for pain reduction in infants during the vaccination procedure. …”
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Effects of Flash Glucose Monitoring on Dietary Variety, Physical Activity, and Self-Care Behaviors in Patients with Diabetes by Satoshi Ida, Ryutaro Kaneko, Kanako Imataka, Kaoru Okubo, Yoshitaka Shirakura, Kentaro Azuma, Ryoko Hujiwara, Hiroka Takahashi, Kazuya Murata

“…Flash glucose monitoring is a useful tool to improve physical activity in patients with type 2 diabetes.…”
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Atlas of Fshr expression from novel reporter mice by Hongqian Chen, Hui-Qing Fang, Jin-Tao Liu, Shi-Yu Chang, Li-Ben Cheng, Ming-Xin Sun, Jian-Rui Feng, Ze-Min Liu, Yong-Hong Zhang, Clifford J Rosen, Peng Liu

“…With this novel genetic tool, we provide a reliable readout of Fshr expression at single-cell resolution level in vivo and in real time. …”
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A Cross Sectional Study of Assessment of Hearing in Infants of Gestational Diabetes Mothers by Srikanth Gopinath, Arulmozhi Sakthignanavel, Atul Mukul Bage, Rajan ND, Sasmita Mishra

“…Neonatal hearing screening is an important tool for early detection of hearing impairment in newborns. …”
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An assessment of the progress made in the implementation of the regional framework for cholera prevention and control in the WHO African region by Miriam Nanyunja, Allan Mpairwe, Ibrahim Mamadu, Otim Patrick Cossy Ramadan, Mory Keïta, Tamayi Mlanda, Abdou Salam Gueye, Ebenezer Obi Daniel, Etien Luc Koua, Dick Chamla, Fiona Braka, Fred Kapaya, Vincent Dossou Sodjinou, Godwin Akpan, Shikanga O-tipo, Amarachi Tikal Abianuru, John Masina, Alice Igale Ladu, Fred Athanasius Dratibi, Philippe Barboza

“…Data collected through a web-based self-assessment tool were analysed and visualised through Power BI. …”
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Modified iris system: initial experience with a new technology for safety in hiatal surgery in pediatric patients by Joel Cazares, Eduardo De la Rosa-Bustamante, Jorge Colín-Garnica, Arturo Guillen-Cárdenas, Marbella Sepulveda-Valenzuela, Miguel Torres-Salas, Jorge Alberto Cantú-Reyes

“…Real-time esophageal visualization using the MIUS proved valuable in enhancing surgical safety, preventing complications and as an educational tool for resident training. Conclusions: The MIUS demonstrated feasibility and safety in NF surgery for pediatric patients, even in cases with esophageal dysmotility and neurological impairments without using endoscopy. …”
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DNA Ploidy and Chromosome (FISH) Pattern Analysis of Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors by Anett Hruska, Reinhard Bollmann, Rita Beáta Kovács, Magdolna Bollmann, Miklós Bodó, Zoltán Sápi

“…Conclusions: All these data suggest that ploidy pattern determination combined with FISH analysis may be a very useful supplementary tool for making a right diagnosis (to differentiate benign versus malignant schwannomas in problematic variants) and to understand better the malignant transformation in PNSTs.…”
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The effectiveness of exercise-based interventions on muscle mass, muscle strength, functional performance, aerobic capacity, and health-related quality of life in adults with malig... by Charlotte Groenset, Magnus N. Bech, Mary Jarden, Nina Høgdal, Martin Hutchings, Charlotte Suetta, Jan Christensen

“…Two reviewers independently screened and extracted data and assessed the quality of evidence using the revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials. Results: Six RCTs published between 2009 and 2021, with 838 participants, were included. …”
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The Combinational Effect of Enhanced Infection Control Measures and Targeted Clinical Metagenomics Surveillance on the Burden of Endemic Carbapenem and Other β-Lactam Resistance Am... by Athina Giampani, Maria Simitsopoulou, Maria Sdougka, Christos Paschaloudis, Emmanuel Roilides, Elias Iosifidis

“…The direct implementation of a targeted and customized rapid molecular detection assay to clinical samples seems to be an effective clinical tool for the evaluation of EICM measures.…”
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Predictive modeling of burnout dimensions based on basic socio-economic determinants in health service managers and support personnel in a resource-limited health center by Grey Castro-Tamayo, Mario Hernandez-Tapia, Ivan David Lozada-Martinez, Ivan Portnoy, Jessica Manosalva-Sandoval, Tobías Parodi-Camaño

“…More robust predictive models could serve as a valuable tool for early identification and prevention of burnout in this type of setting.…”
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Abrasion resistant characteristics of UHPC based on high-speed underwater method: Efficiency, process, evaluation, and mechanisms by Xuan Qiu, Jihui Zhao, Zhong Li

“…The 3D visualization quantitative method is an effective tool for analyzing wear distribution patterns. The abrasion resistance of UHPC is negatively correlated with ITZ thickness and porosity.…”
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Magnetohydrodynamic Peristaltic Propulsion of Casson Nanofluids With Slip Effects Over Heterogeneous Rough Channel by Hanumesh Vaidya, Fateh Mebarek‐Oudina, Rakesh Kumar, C. Rajashekhar, Kerehalli Vinayaka Prasad, Sangeeta Kalal, Kottakkaran Sooppy Nisar

“…The resulting simplified equations are solved numerically using Mathematica's built‐in ND‐Solve tool. The study primarily examines the velocity, temperature, and concentration profiles graphically for various pertinent physiological parameters. …”
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Determination of Cenozoic Sedimentary Structures Using Integrated Geophysical Surveys: A Case Study in the Hebei Plain, China by Yi Yang, Jie Zhang, Junjie Wu, Pei Li, Xingchun Wang, Qingquan Zhi, Guojiang Hao, Jianhua Li, Xiaohong Deng

“…The successful application of this pattern proves that geophysical surveys based on prior geological information are an important supplementary tool for geological research in thick coverage areas.…”
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The Effect of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Motor Symptoms in Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia by J. Antczak, J. Pera, M. Dąbroś, W. Koźmiński, M. Czyżycki, K. Wężyk, M. Dwojak, M. Banach, A. Slowik

“…Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) has been previously investigated as a therapeutic tool for similar motor deficits in a number of neurologic conditions. …”
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