Bio-Based Solutions for Concrete Infrastructure: A Review of Microbial-Induced Carbonate Precipitation in Crack Healing by Armstrong Ighodalo Omoregie, Chih Siong Wong, Adharsh Rajasekar, Jen Hua Ling, Abdelfatah Bousbia Laiche, Hazlami Fikri Basri, Gowthaman Sivakumar, Tariq Ouahbi

“…While MICP offers significant advantages, including self-healing capabilities and compatibility with industrial by-products, barriers related to cost, scalability, and policy integration persist. …”
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An AI-based gravitrap surveillance for spatial interaction analysis in predicting aedes risk by Hsiang-Yu Yuan, Pei-Sheng Lin, Wei-Liang Liu, Tzai-Hung Wen, Yu-Chun Lu, Chun-Hong Chen, Li‑Wei Chen

“…This means that using the AI index could also reduce allocation cost for gravitraps. Moreover, since the auto-Markov model accommodates spatial–temporal dependence, a risk map by the AI index could reflect spatial–temporal dynamics for Aedes densities more accurate. …”
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10-Year Cardiovascular Disease Risk Estimation Based on Lipid Profile-Based and BMI-Based Framingham Risk Scores across Multiple Sociodemographic Characteristics: The Malaysian Coh... by Boekhtiar Borhanuddin, Azmawati Mohd Nawi, Shamsul Azhar Shah, Noraidatulakma Abdullah, Syed Zulkifli Syed Zakaria, Mohd Arman Kamaruddin, Chandralekah S. Velu, Norliza Ismail, Mohd Shaharom Abdullah, Salywana Ahmad Kamat, Afifah Awang, Mariatul Akma Hamid, Rahman Jamal

“…Future strategies for the reduction of CVD risk should focus on screening via BMI-based FRS in this at-risk subpopulation to increase the cost-effectiveness of the prevention initiatives.…”
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Burden of illness associated with pneumococcal infections in Japan - a targeted literature review by Ataru Igarashi, Maki Ueyama, Koki Idehara, Mariko Nomoto

“…In adults and the elderly, the direct cost of pneumococcal pneumonia was 348,280–389,630 JPY (3,166–3,542 USD). …”
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Assessment of Antibacterial Potentials of Lawsonia inermis L. (Henna) Leaf Aqueous Extracts by Garba, M. U., Adamu, F. U., Mairami, F. M., Basheer, A., Aminu, M. A., Bukar, F. M., Yakubu, U. I., Nura, S.

“…The urge for alternative therapies led researchers to endorse the use of medicinal plants due to their cost-effectiveness and absence of side effects. This research was conducted to evaluate the antibacterial potential of henna leaf aqueous extract against clinical bacterial isolates. …”
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Rapid Identification of the SNP Mutation in the <i>ABCD4</i> Gene and Its Association with Multi-Vertebrae Phenotypes in Ujimqin Sheep Using TaqMan-MGB Technology by Yue Zhang, Min Zhang, Hong Su, Jun Liu, Feifei Zhao, Yifan Zhao, Xiunan Li, Yanyan Yang, Guifang Cao, Yong Zhang

“…However, conventional phenotypic detection methods suffer from low efficiency and high costs. In this study, based on a key SNP locus (<i>ABCD4</i> gene, Chr7:89393414, C > T) identified through a genome-wide association study (GWAS), a TaqMan-MGB (minor groove binder) genotyping system was developed. the objective was to establish a high-throughput and efficient molecular marker-assisted selection (MAS) tool. …”
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Design and Implementation of Non-Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring System Based on Impedance Cardiogram Method by Fuhao KANG, Qi YIN, Yanan LIU, Lin HUANG, Yan HANG, Jilun YE, Xu ZHANG

“…Non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring has attracted extensive attention from medical companies and clinicians at home and abroad in recent years due to its advantages such as safety, non-invasiveness, continuous monitoring, simple operation, and low cost. This paper designs a non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring system based on the impedance cardiography, including hardware, algorithm, software design, and performance parameter evaluation. …”
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Production of citric acid from food waste using Aspergillus Tubingensis and Aspergillus Niger by Aabida Parveen, Tooba Naveed, Suraiya Jabeen, Farman Ahmed, Nida Saleem

“…Furthermore, kitchen waste could be a sustainable and cost-effective substrate for citric acid production and can be managed in an eco-friendly way.…”
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Clinical application of flexible and variable transparent endport technology in minimally invasive neuroendoscopic keyhole surgery: a practical new technology by Long Zhou, Shitao Mao, Can Wang, Huikai Zhang, Zhiyang Li, Minghui Lu, Wei Xia, Ping Song, Hui Ye, Jinjian Zhou, Zohaib Shafiq, Qianxue Chen, Fangjun Cao, Qiang Cai

“…The flexible and variable transparent endport system material is easy to obtain, manufacture, operate, and has extremely low cost, making it suitable for promotion and use in the vast majority of neurosurgery units, including primary hospitals.…”
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IT business as an object of financial management by N.H., A.Yu., I.V., M.P., O.Yu.

“…The stages of the software life cycle (Analysis, Design, Development, Testing, Deployment, Maintenance) are considered, with the allocation of a key IT specialist for each of the stages, with the ability to compare the cost of each with the elements of the software development process. …”
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Skull fracture detection for point-of-care diagnostics using microwave technique by Mariella Särestöniemi, Daljeet Singh, Jarmo Reponen, Mikael von und zu Fraunberg, Teemu Myllylä

“…Microwave technique has shown significant potential for portable monitoring devices since it enables safe, low-cost, and high accuracy detectors. This paper has three research objectives: (1) to investigate the potential of microwave techniques for detecting common skull fracture types using antennas embedded in a small, portable monitoring device, (2) to evaluate optimal frequency ranges for skull fracture detection, and (3) to examine the impact of scalp thickness on fracture detectability. …”
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Research of marketing and pharmacoeconomic aspects of the domestic market of preparations used for biorevitalization by N. O. Tkachenko, N. M. Chervonenko, V. O. Demchenko, O. V. Lytvynenko

“…Based on the study of the average cost of the procedure in beauty salons of Zaporizhzhia and the coefficient of accessibility of the procedure based on the varieties of drugs for biorevitalization, it was found that the procedure using Juviderm Volift, RRS® HA SKIN RELAX WITH BoNtA 568® and JUVEDERM® VOLIFT RETOUCH is more affordable for consumers; the least availability is characteristic of the procedure with RRS® HYALIFT® 35.…”
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Discovery and optimization of a guanylhydrazone-based small molecule to replace bFGF for cell culture applications by Mikhail Feofanov, Gerrit Martin Daubner, Andrea Saltalamacchia, Karsten Köhler, Christine Schulz, Clare Elizabeth Henry, Michael Josef Ziegler, Mohammed Benabderrahmane, Florence Andrée Hiault, Tim-Michael Decker, Mei-Chun Shen, Jürgen Pahl, Sophie Lambertz, Hamid R. Noori

“…Replacing growth factors with a synthetic alternative molecule is an attractive opportunity to increase consistency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of cell-based products. Herein, we describe the discovery of a chemical class of FGFR1 agonists that mimic the action of basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF), an essential component of cell culture media. …”
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A quantum-resilient lattice-based security framework for internet of medical things in healthcare systems by Zeyad Ghaleb Al-Mekhlaf, Murtaja Ali Saare, Jalal Mohammed Hachim Altmemi, Mahmood A. Al-Shareeda, Badiea Abdulkarem Mohammed, Gharbi Alshammari, Reem alrashdi, Yasser A. Alkhabra, Ibrahim Alreshidi

“…Relative to the state-of-the-art lattice- and hash-based constructions, our framework involves 50-75% smaller ciphertext sizes, up to a 50% reduction of the communication overhead, and nearly 60% less in computational cost. Furthermore, the solution relies on zero-knowledge proofs, homomorphic encryption as well and attribute-based access control to guarantee strong security and privacy. …”
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In Vitro anthelminthic activity of the aqueous leaf extract of Cassia Occidentalis against Ascaris Lumbricoides by Owembabazi Annitah, Joshua Ojodale Aruwa, Jennifer Chibuogwu Ebosie, Kiiza Ronald, Neeza Timothy, Catherine Nabitandikwa, Mworozi Peter, Nkwanga John Bosco, Vian Namanya, Kaiza Allan, Ronald Kayima

“…However, limitations such as cost, toxic effects, and resistance have shifted towards herbal medicines in low-to middle-income countries. …”
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Comparison of the therapeutic effects of manual orthopedic manipulation and isthmus repair for lumbar spondylolysis by LOU Hongda，FAN Yu，FENG Yu，WANG Ziyun，NA Jian

“…Manual orthopedic manipulation has a lower costs and a better short-term recovery outcome ，while isthmus repair offers a shorter treatment cycle and better long-term prognosis. …”
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Parents of newborns knowledge of child safety seat in Sichuan Province, China: A mixed method study by Sha Xie, Xiuru Yang, Li Wan, Haiyan He, Dan Wen

“…Qualitative analysis revealed awareness of CSS importance but confusion regarding usage standards, cost, convenience, and policy mandates as primary adoption barriers, and reliance on variable online information versus trusted healthcare guidance. …”
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SNP-based diagnosis of robertsonian translocation 1;29 in Italian cattle breeds: frequency estimation and efficient detection by A. Bionda, M. Cortellari, A. Cesarani, F. Sbarra, A. Quaglia, L. Liotta, P. Parma, P. Crepaldi

“…While karyological screening programs exist for some breeds, the analysis of SNP data has proven to be a faster and more cost-effective method to identify carriers. In this study, we analysed SNP data from 1938 individuals across 11 Italian cattle breeds, routinely collected by four breeders’ associations, to screen for the rob(1;29) translocation. …”
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Development of a mobile APP to promote physical activity in individuals with knee osteoarthritis: the “Move for Knee”™ study protocol by Sara Liguori, Sara Liguori, Viviana Andreozzi, Antimo Moretti, Roberta Angari, Marco Paoletta, Giovanni Iolascon, Francesca Gimigliano

“…Preliminary expectations suggest that the app will improve adherence to exercise recommendations and overall management of KOA, while also providing cost-effective healthcare solutions. The ultimate goal is to empower patients, enhance their self-management capabilities, and improve their overall health outcomes through an innovative, technology-driven approach. …”
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Illuminating the Invisible: Green Fluorescent Protein as a Beacon for Antibiotic-Induced Phage Activity in <i>Escherichia coli</i> by Maria João Silva, Tim Van Den Bossche, Mattias Collin, Rolf Lood

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> The findings demonstrate a strong association between the two methods of measuring phage induction, suggesting that the GFP-based <i>E. coli</i> model is a reliable, cost-effective, and efficient tool for studying phage induction and its potential role in AMR spread. …”
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