Dosimetric Comparison of VMAT Alone and VMAT with HDR Brachytherapy Boost Using Clinical and Biological Dose Models in Localized Prostate Cancer by Manuel Guhlich, Olga Knaus, Arne Strauss, Laura Anna Fischer, Jann Fischer, Stephanie Bendrich, Sandra Donath, Leif Hendrik Dröge, Martin Leu, Stefan Rieken, Annemarie Uhlig, Markus Anton Schirmer, Andrea Hille

“…However, comparative evaluation of such regimens using radiobiological modeling remains limited. Methods: Dose regimens based on clinical practice were analyzed using α/β values of 1.5 and 3 Gy for the prostate. …”
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Management of device embolization following left atrial appendage closure: Two cases and a review of the literature by Ahmet Kivrak, Ahmet Hakan Ates, Ugur Canpolat, Mert Dogan, Cem Coteli, Hikmet Yorgun, Mehmet Levent Sahiner, Ergun Barıs Kaya, Kudret Aytemir

“…Abstract Objectives Device embolization (DE) following left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) is a severe but uncommon complication, and limited data address optimal management strategies for this condition. …”
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Stability of colloidal gas aphrons based on polymer-surfactant formulations and molecular dynamics insights by Ayaulym Amankeldiyeva, Samal Kaumbekova, Aigerim Khalidulliyeva, Zhanat Salimova, Aizhan Ibrayeva, Maxime Cochennec, Stéfan Colombano, Yerlan Amanbek, Yanwei Wang, Sagyn Omirbekov

“…AI-enhanced microscopy enabled precise quantification of bubble size and morphology, while MD provided molecular-level insights into surfactant-polymer interactions at bubble interfaces. …”
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Sustainable route to biodiesel via eco-friendly supercritical fluid extraction of lipids from heterogeneous and widely available organic fraction of municipal solid waste by Valeria Sini, Marco Lo Presti, Lella Miccolis, Alessio Pollice, Gianfranco D’Onghia, Abraham Abe, Annalisa De Boni, Rocco Roma, Roberta Ragni, Pietro Cotugno

“…Extraction parameters were explored using a Response Surface Methodology (RSM), allowing to achieve a lipid extraction yield of 19.25 % at optimal conditions (410 bar, 55 °C, 7.5 l/min). The result of the sc-CO2 based method is comparable to Soxhlet extraction while also bringing about the advantage of extracting without using harmful organic solvents. …”
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Influence of Infill Geometry and Density on the Mechanical Properties of 3D-Printed Polylactic Acid Structure by Jozef Jaroslav Fekiač, Lucia Kakošová, Michal Krbata, Marcel Kohutiar, Maroš Eckert, Zbynek Studeny, Andrej Dubec

“…It enables the production of parts with complex geometries while optimizing material efficiency. Polylactide (PLA) is a widely used material in additive manufacturing due to its biodegradability and suitable mechanical properties. …”
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Magnesium‐Mediated Electrochemical Synthesis of Ammonia by Ishita Goyal, Vamsi V. Gande, Rajan R. Bhawnani, Rebecca Hamlyn, Ahmed A. Farghaly, Meenesh R. Singh

“…Abstract Metal‐mediated electrochemical synthesis of ammonia (NH3) is a promising method to activate N2 at room temperature. While a Li‐mediated approach has been optimized to produce NH3 at high current density and selectivity, Li's scarcity and its highly negative plating potential limit scalability and energy efficiency. …”
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Geographical and temporal variability in the extraction efficiency of bioactive metabolites from Cosmos bipinnatus by Mario Alberto Mora Ahuayo, María Dolores Mariezcurrena Berasain, Raúl Alberto Morales Luckie, Diego Girón Orozco

“…In this study, we evaluated the influence of extraction method, geographic origin, and temporal factors on the chemical profile of Cosmos bipinnatus flowers collected from three high valley regions of the State of Mexico. …”
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Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Tendon Transfer of Extensor Digitorum Longus Second Toe to Extensor Hallucis Longus for Chronic Traumatic Extensor Hallucis Longus Rupture: Technica... by Ankit Khurana, Ambrish K Singh, Nitin Kumar, Karan Rajpal, Gyanendra Verma, Jujhar Singh

“…Aim and background: The management of chronic extensor hallucis longus (EHL) tendon ruptures presents a challenge. While primary suturing is feasible in acute cases, the challenge lies in treating chronic ruptures, as the gap between torn edges widens due to tendon contracture, rendering direct end-to-end repair unviable. …”
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Amorphous Fe-Doped Manganese Carbonate for Efficient Activation of Peroxymonosulfate: Mechanism and Performance Toward Orange II Degradation by Peng Cheng, Yuqing Li, Yunlong Ma, Cui Qiu, Tengfei Fu, Yajie Wang, Feng Wu

“…A novel amorphous Fe-doped manganese carbonate (a-FeMn-1) was synthesized via a facile co-precipitation method and evaluated as an efficient heterogeneous catalyst for the activation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) in the degradation of Orange II. …”
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Editors’ Choice—Can Hydrocarbon-Based MEAs Close the Performance Gap to State-of-the-Art Perfluorosulfonic Acid-Based MEAs for PEM Fuel Cells? by Konstantin A. Weber, Carla S. Harzer, Elias Bindl, Kilian Stengl, Hubert A. Gasteiger

“…Numerous hydrocarbon (HC)-based ionomers have been investigated as fluorine-free alternatives to the well-established perfluorosulfonic acid (PFSA)-based ionomers for proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells. While PFSA-based MEAs can be prepared by hot-pressing, this is generally not possible for HC-based MEAs, due to their different physico-chemical properties. …”
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Developing machine learning frameworks to predict mechanical properties of ultra-high performance concrete mixed with various industrial byproducts by Kennedy C. Onyelowe, Shadi Hanandeh, Nestor Ulloa, Ruth Barba-Vera, Arif Ali Baig Moghal, Ahmed M. Ebid, Krishna Prakash Arunachalam, Ateekh Ur Rehman

“…The research highlights the sustainable impact of incorporating industrial byproducts, reducing environmental footprints while maintaining superior mechanical and durability properties. …”
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Improving parking availability prediction in smart cities with IoT and ensemble-based model by Stéphane Cédric Koumetio Tekouabou, El Arbi Abdellaoui Alaoui, Walid Cherif, Hassan Silkan

“…We propose in this paper a new system that integrates the IoT and a predictive model based on ensemble methods to optimize the prediction of the availability of parking spaces in smart parking. …”
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Enhanced robotic cross-laminated timber panel assembly process by Eric Forcael, Ramón Mata, Bryan González, Alexander Opazo-Vega, Rodrigo García-Alvarado, Marcelo González, Eduardo Núñez, Javiera Padilla

“…By leveraging these technologies, the methodology addresses material handling challenges while enhancing construction efficiency and adaptability to urban and prefabricated settings. …”
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Preparation and Characterization of Cyperus-Derived Exosomes Loaded with Selenium Nanoparticles for Selenium Delivery Based on Exosome Protein Quantitation by Dexiu Zhao, Xiaojun Yang, Abulimiti Kelimu, Bin Wu, Weicheng Hu, Hongbo Fan, Lei Jing, Dongmei Yang, Xinhong Huang

“…To address this gap, we utilized Cyperus bean ELNs to deliver SeNPs, investigated three preparation methods for SeNPs-ELNs, identified the optimal approach, and performed characterization studies. …”
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Creative use of Clear Aligners with Tongue Spikes for Open Bite Correction: A Case Report by Ricardo Alexandre Laske, Rosilene Andrea Machado, Gil Guilherme Gasparello, Thiago Martrtins Meira, Orlando Motohiro Tanaka

“…By combining functional effectiveness with a minimally invasive, aesthetic, and patient-centred approach, this method provides a valuable option for managing AOB associated with abnormal tongue posture. …”
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Assessing Nutritional Balance and Its Influence on Physical Activity and Performance Among University Sports Students by Hocine ASLI, Adel BELKADI, Nouria BENNAMA, Bendhiba DJOURDEM

“…Results: The students’ average daily energy intake was 2729.93 kcal, while their energy expenditure from physical activity averaged 3277.66 kcal. …”
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Synthesis and Catalytic Performances of a Novel Zn-MOF Catalyst Bearing Nickel Chelating Diimine Carboxylate Ligands for Ethylene Oligomerization by Suyan Liu, Ying Zhang, Quan Huo, Sasa He, Yang Han

“…In addition, Cat.A and Cat.B presented large amount of ethylene polymer, while Cat.C had a higher catalytic activity of ethylene oligomerization at high pressure.…”
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Acropora formosa Development in Various Depths at Pramuka Island, Seribu Island National Park by Muhammad Irhas, Syawaludin A Harahap, Sunarto Sunarto, Mochamad Rudyansyah Ismail, Ibnu Faizal

“…Coral transplantation is a proven method for restoring degraded marine ecosystems affected by environmental changes and human activities. …”
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Novel PLA-Henna composite for sustainable tertiary enhanced oil recovery by Tariq Alkhrissat, Ali Raqee Abdulhadi, Muntadar Muhsen, Jasgurpreet Singh Chohan, M. K. Ranganathaswamy, Premananda Pradhan, Parveen Kumar, Gauri Chauhan, Ahmad Abumalek

“…Experimental findings revealed that the optimal PLA-Henna concentration was 2 wt%, which achieved significant IFT reductions (to 27 mN/m in SW). …”
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Layered Soil Moisture Retrieval and Agricultural Application Based on Multi-Source Remote Sensing and Vegetation Suppression Technology: A Case Study of Youyi Farm, China by Zhonghe Zhao, Yuyang Li, Kun Liu, Chunsheng Wu, Bowei Yu, Gaohuan Liu, Youxiao Wang

“…After vegetation suppression, the coefficient of determination (R²) exceeded 0.8 for all soil layers, while the mean absolute error (MAE) decreased by 35.1% to 49.8%. …”
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