Increased risk of rhabdomyolysis in patients using statins: a population-based case-control study by Ya-Wen Lu, Jong-Yi Wang, Heng-Jun Lin, Wei-Sheng Chung

“…Proactive monitoring, early recognition of symptoms, and individualized risk-benefit assessments are crucial to optimize treatment outcomes while minimizing adverse effects.…”
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Contract farming for improving farmers’ incomes: from Resource-Based View by Que Yang, Que Yang, Xin Zhang, Hua Peng, Dongsheng Sun

“…IntroductionThe sales revenue of agricultural products is pivotal for augmenting farmer income and fostering sustainable agricultural economic development.MethodsThis study employs propensity score matching (PSM) and establishes a structural analytical framework grounded in the Resource-Based View (RBV) to mitigate endogeneity concerns. …”
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How static and kinetic meditation, with or without guidance, affect autonomic nervous system activity in novice meditators by Jinwoo Han, Jinwoo Han, Myungji Lee, Teri Kim

“…ObjectiveThis study explored the autonomic nervous system responses and perceived experiences of novice meditators during kinetic and static meditation.MethodsThirty-five participants completed both meditation types in randomized order. …”
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Is AI for illiterate farmers? A systematic literature review of AI and machine learning applications and challenges for precision agriculture by Azubuike Erike, Charles Ikerionwu, Augustine Azubogu, Victory Obodoagwu

“…Findings show significant AI/ML adoption in poultry farming with deep learning models (YOLO, CNNs) achieving over 90% accuracy in disease detection and health monitoring. Traditional ML methods (Random Forest, SVM) were discovered to improve feeding efficiency and genomic predictions, while AI-driven supply chains optimized inventory and reduced costs. …”
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Selection of Ceiling Fans for the Microclimate System of Livestock Facilities by A. V. Kuzmichev, D. A. Tikhomirov, A. V. Khimenko

“…(Materials and methods) Various approaches and models for describing the propagation of compact jets and supply air jets from axial ceiling fans were analyzed. …”
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Single-site treatment of cystic intestinal duplication malformations via the umbilicus by Tian Xia, Hong Qin, BingQiang Tang

“…ObjectiveTo summarize the diagnosis and treatment experience of small intestinal duplication malformations in our hospital.MethodsWe retrospectively analyzed data from 90 children undergoing surgery for intestinal duplication malformations at our hospital from October 2019 to October 2024. …”
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Structural and ion transport characteristics of transparent proton conducting biopolymer electrolytes based on chitosan and cold water fish skin gelatin by Peshawa O. Hama, Shujahadeen B. Aziz, Omed Gh. Abdullah

“…The ion conductor films were characterized by various methods including XRD, FTIR and EIS. The area under crystalline and amorphous peaks in the XRD patterns were determined and used to estimate the degree of crystallinity. …”
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Algorithm for Managing Patients Hospitalized in the Surgical Wards Due to COVID-19-Related Acute Abdominal Pathology by D. G. Buribayev, D. B. Tulyaganov, Kh. E. Anvarov

“…The application of the developed algorithm will optimize the management of patients with COVID-19-related acute surgical pathology, guarantee rapid decision-making while minimizing the risk of infection, reduce the risk of complications and adverse outcomes.…”
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Design Methodology of LLC Resonant Converter for PV-Powered Li-Ion Battery Charger by Ahmed Y. Farag, Mohamed Rabah, Khaled A. El-Metwally, Abdelmomen Mahgoub

“…The objective is to ensure zero-voltage switching (ZVS) for the primary-side switching devices while minimizing the resonant tank current. By accounting for the unique characteristics of PV sources and Li-ion batteries, the proposed approach achieves a narrow variation in PV voltage, which results in a narrow converter gain range and enables a more optimal LLC converter design. …”
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The Role of Professional Identity in Mediating the Influence of Teaching Enthusiasm on Teaching Creativity by Salma Rahmadhani Puspita Sari, Muhammad Fahmi Johan Syah

“…This study underscores the importance of strengthening professional identity to optimize the benefits of teaching enthusiasm in fostering creativity. …”
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A lightweight fabric defect detection with parallel dilated convolution and dual attention mechanism by Zheqing Zhang, Kezhong Lu, Gaoming Yang

“…However, most of these methods rely on complex model with heavy parameters, leading to high computational costs that hinder their adaptation to real-time detection environments. …”
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Exploratory study of nanoparticle interaction with intraorally formed dental biofilms by Anton Schestakow, Maria Riegelmann, Matthias Hannig

“…The outer surface and basal layer of the biofilm were analysed using scanning electron microscopy, while cross-sections were examined using transmission electron microscopy. …”
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Evaluation of factors influencing adherence to treatment with sodium-glucose cotransporter type 2 inhibitor by D. A. Lebedev, A. A. Mosikian, A. Yu. Babenko

“…Despite the emergence of new groups of drugs for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2), the issue of optimal adherence to treatment remains of interest.The aim of this study was to investigate the factors that influence the adherence to treatment with sodium glucose co-transporter type 2 inhibitor, empagliflozin (Jardiance, Boehringer Ingelheim, Germany), in patients with DM2.Materials and methods. …”
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COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS IN CRISIS SITUATIONS by Olena Danylina

“…The case-study analysis identified three overarching tactics of media behaviour: operational–informational (rapid dissemination of verified facts), analytical–interpretative (contextual explanation of cause-and-effect links), and mobilisation-oriented (stimulating collective action). Their optimal mix depends on crisis dynamics, while maximum effectiveness requires transparent sourcing, coordination with official bodies, and algorithmic content monitoring. …”
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What changes does rural medical education need?——a qualitative study exploring the experiences of rural grassroots doctors by Wenjun Yan, Xiuyin Gao, Wei Wang, Qingzhi Wang, Vorapoj Promasatayaprot, Sumattana Glangkarn

“…Some thought it had limited utility, while others emphasized its importance. Clinical training often failed to align with real-world grassroots practice, rendering much of the content impractical. …”
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Pet caregiver burden in South Korea: key influences and the implications for veterinarians by Seola Joo, Hyomin Park, Myung-Sun Chun

“…This study aimed to quantitatively analyze the caregiver burden among South Korean pet owners and examine the various factors contributing to its formation. Methods and materials A total of 766 dog and/or cat owners who identified themselves as primary caregivers were recruited through an online research panel. …”
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Research on comorbidity characteristics and patterns of hospitalized participants with schizophrenia in China by Xinru Huang, Ting Zhang, Bin Li, Yahui Meng, Fen Li

“…IntroductionParticipants with schizophrenia face the dual impacts of mental illness and physical diseases, which significantly affect their clinical prognosis and quality of life.MethodsThis study, which is based on multivariate clinical data, using data-driven approaches (statistical analysis and data mining techniques) to systematically characterize the comorbidities landscape of schizophrenia patients identifying key patterns and clinical profiles to inform optimized treatment strategies and health management interventions.ResultsIt was found that the comorbidity rate among hospitalized schizophrenia participants is notably high in China. …”
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The impact of LED lightning on the content of photosynthetic pigments in tomato leaves by T. V. Nikanovich, Yu. V. Trofimov, M. I. Barkun

“…Relevance and methods. We studied the influence of LED lighting of different spectral composition on the content of photosynthetic pigments in tomato leaves to identify the most optimal lighting option suitable for obtaining high-quality seedlings under controlled conditions. …”
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The Effectiveness of High-Frequency Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Patients with Neuropathic Orofacial Pain: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials by Yingxiu Diao, Yuhua Xie, Jiaxin Pan, Manxia Liao, Hao Liu, Linrong Liao

“…Methods. We carefully screened and browsed 5 medical databases from inception to January 1, 2022. …”
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"Our interventions are still here to support communities during the pandemic": Resuming mass drug administration for neglected tropical diseases after COVID-19 implementation delay... by Tikhala Itaye, Sultani Hadley Matendechero, Jean Bosco Mbonigaba, Fikre Seife Gebretsadik, Tuduetso L Molefi, Gilbert Baayenda, Eugene Ruberanziza, Karsor K Kollie, January Zilabumba, Massitan Dembele, Kebede Deribe, Elia Muhima Adrien, Maria Rebollo Polo, Kikundi African NTD Program Managers Community of Practice

“…Using data from using online surveys and focus group discussions, this mixed-methods study sought perspectives from Ministry of Health NTD Program Managers and implementing partners from non-governmental organizations working in sub-Saharan Africa. …”
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