Knowledge and Testing of Hepatitis B Virus Infection and Vaccination Awareness among University Students in Kumasi, Ghana: A Cross-Sectional Study by Elizabeth Abban, Emmanuel Owusu, Benedicta Kwakye-Abebrese, Bright Koduah, Hannah Boateng, Emmanuel Ekow Korsah, Alfred Effah, Solomon Akpobi, Emmanuel Avoh-Ackah, Ebenezer Senu

“…This cross-sectional study included 386 students from the Garden City University College, Kumasi, Ghana, from February to June 2022. A well-structured questionnaire was used to obtain data on knowledge, testing, HBV vaccination status, and sociodemographic characteristics of participants. …”
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Catalytic performance and regenerability of Ni/CeZrSmOx catalysts for dry reforming of methane by K.C. Pájaro, R. de Antonio, A. Martínez-Arias, V. Cortés Corberán

“…The catalysts were prepared by coprecipitation within inverse microemulsions, which allow achieving good structural homogeneity and surface area. They were characterized using nitrogen adsorption-desorption isotherms, X-ray diffraction (XRD), temperature programmed reduction (TPR), temperature programmed oxidation (TPO), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). …”
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Assessment on Impact of Agricultural Subsidies on Potato Production: Evidence from Syangja, Nepal by Bibas Chaulagai, Isha Nepal, Saroj Yadav, Promise Shrestha, Anish Parajuli, Subheksha Shrestha

“…Although the result demonstrates the efficacy of agricultural subsidies in enhancing short-term productivity and farm income, it also highlights structural challenges in program design regarding equitable access to such programs and market linkages of farm produce. …”
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Deep mutational scanning of the Trypanosoma brucei developmental regulator RBP6 reveals an essential disordered region influenced by positive residues by Saúl Rojas-Sánchez, Nikolay G. Kolev, Christian Tschudi

“…Here, we perform deep mutational scanning of the entire RBP6 primary structure. Expression of libraries containing all single-point variants of RBP6 in non-infectious procyclic forms and subsequent purification of infectious metacyclics supports the existence of an RNA-recognition motif (RRM) and reveal an N-terminal intrinsically disordered region (N-IDR). …”
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A novel painted monument. Byzantine Art between Aesthetic Redefining and Dogmatic Perennity. The church Saint John the Baptist of Bârnova by Mihail M. Gheaţău

“…Being remarkable through the monumentality and elegance of proportions, the architecture of the Church “Saint John the Baptist” from Bârnova derives from the so-called old Wallachian style, skillfully reshaping a structure which combines elements which are specific to Byzantine Balkanic ecclesiastical buildings. …”
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PETROGRAPHY AND APPLICATION OF THE RIETVELD METHOD TO THE QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS OF PHASES OF NATURAL CLINKER GENERATED BY COAL SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION by Pinilla A. Jesús Andelfo, Ramos G Miguel A., Ríos R Carlos Alberto, Candela H Sol Ángel, Quintero D John Alexander, Henao M José Antonio, Carreño Angélica María

“…In this paper, a petrographic characterization of natural clinker, aswell as the application of the X-ray diffraction (Rietveld method) by mean of quantitative analysis of its mineral phases were carried out. The RIQAS program was used for the refinement of X ray powder diffraction profiles, analyzing the importance of using the correct isostructural models for each of the existing phases, which were obtained from the Inorganic Crystal Structure Database (ICSD). …”
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Analysis of social problems of large families (based on a regional research) by Nadezhda Evgenievna Prodiblokh, Zaira Yunusovna Tuguz

“…The relevance of the topic is due not only to the important role of large families in the structure of its institution and society as a whole, but also to the fact that in the current socio-economic conditions it becomes almost impossible for the independent existence of this category without state support. …”
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Purity of Essence in Architecture, A Radical Revolution in Human-Building Interaction by Mohamad Nadim Adı, Mais M. Aljunaıdy

“…In architecture, buildings were looked at as machines that are purely programmed by humans but do not evolve and develop by themselves. …”
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Land Use Analysis with Odonata Diversity and Composition using the ArcGIS in Malang and Batu, East Java by Albert Ulul Albab, Amin Setyo Leksono, Bagyo Yanuwiadi

“…This study aims to analyze the diversity, composition, and community structure of odonata in the highland and lowland ecosystems and the type of lotic and lentic waters and analyze the description of land use and its relationship with diversity odonata. …”
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Soil Saturated Simulation in Embankment during Strong Earthquake by Effect of Elasticity Modulus by Behrouz Gordan, Azlan Adnan, Mariyana A. K. Aida

“…In this context, maximum displacement was reported at the crest based on interaction between structure and reservoir. This paper investigates the dynamic behavior of short embankment on soft soil. …”
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Comparative characteristic of standards of the optical density of bone tissue in the periapical region at persons of young age by A. F. Yusupova, L. P. Gerasimova, I. N. Usmanova, A. P. Sorokin

“…Methods — to determine the parameters of the optical density in the focus of destruction, the data of radiovisiography and dental computed tomograms were analyzed. 68 people aged 20-30 years, with various forms of chronic apical periodontitis without endodontic intervention in the anamnesis were examined. Results.Тhe structure of the bone tissue of the upper and lower jaw has a different density, on dental computed tomography the density is 10-15 times higher than on radiovisiography, which is due to the peculiarities of the measurement program. …”
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Automated Residential Demand Response Based on Advanced Metering Infrastructure Network by Jongkwan Seo, Ju Jin, Jin Young Kim, Jae-Jo Lee

“…In order to utilize existing AMI devices as ADR resources, the smart meter is modified while retaining current structure and functions, and various ADR devices are developed based on OpenADR 2.0 protocol. …”
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Factors associated with antiretroviral therapy default in the 34-Military Hospital, Sierra Leone, 2017-2020 by Henry Bangura, Fatmata Bangura, Jean Leonard Hakizimana, Adel Hussein Elduma, Gebrekrstos Negash Gebru

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Exploring prevention and control mechanisms of youth substance use: a case of North Wollo and Waghimra, Northeast Ethiopia by Sindew Asmare Wedi, Biruk Beletew Abate, Biruk Beletew Abate, Tesfa Anmut Asres, Mohammed Aragaw Abera, Sentayehu Oljira Bekele, Ashenafi Kibret Sendekie, Ashenafi Kibret Sendekie

“…The data collection instrument included a pre-tested semi-structured in-depth interview, an FGD guide, and an observation checklist. …”
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Toward a continuous learning educational model: insights from the experience of a Mexican private university by Claudia Camacho-Zuñiga, Claudia Camacho-Zuñiga, Salvador Salas-Maxemín, Ana Paula Valle-Arce, Patricia Caratozzolo, Patricia Caratozzolo, Guillermo M. Chans, Guillermo M. Chans

“…(2) How does TEC21 align with the European Commission’s Industry 4.0 Curriculum Guidelines? Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 13 Mexican engineering undergraduates during their international study experiences using a cross-sectional qualitative design. …”
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Understanding HIV vulnerability among women who inject drugs in Mozambique, 2023 by Áuria Ribeiro Banze, Carlos Botão, Elídio Muamine, Manuel Condula, Stélio Craveirinha, Makini Boothe, Sofia Gonçalves Seabra, Isabel Craveiro, Cynthia Semá Baltazar

“…The study utilized semi-structured interviews, to collect data on the demographic characteristics of the WWID and open-ended questions that explored information regarding stigma, discrimination, challenges in accessing health services, and gender-based violence. …”
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Relationship between social capital and medication adherence among frail and pre-frail older people: a cross-sectional study from China by Zixuan Hong, Ying Guo, Wenwen Cao, Chenglin Cao, Zhi Hu, Jing Yan, Ren Chen, Zhongliang Bai

“…Methods Information concerning the socio-demographics, frailty, social capital, and medication adherence of 4218 participants was collected through a structured questionnaire during November and December 2020. …”
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Radiographers’ involvement in MRI research: factors driving and hindering participation in Sub-Saharan Africa by Christian Ven Emery, Adesola Adepoju, Abdul Nashirudeen Mumuni, Bernard Amedzoame, Sekinat Zurakat-Aderibigbe, Elizabeth Balogun, Jackline Thairu, Eric Akpabli, Iris Asllani, Klenam Dzefi-Tettey, Godwin Ogbole

“…Implications for practice The findings emphasize establishing protected research time, fostering regional and international collaborations, and implementing structured skill development programs. Such measures can enhance research activity, promote innovation, and improve patient care and diagnostic outcomes in African radiography practice.…”
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Factors contributing to the vulnerability of healthcare providers in the Bandundu Health Zone and their impact on the ineffectiveness of epidemiological surveillance within the One... by S. L. Manta, A. F. B. Ngwamah, Jean-Paul Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, M. Mawunu, B. B. L. Mukandu, B. N. Ntoto

“…Methodology A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted through field surveys with 200 healthcare providers using a structured questionnaire. Systematic probability sampling was applied to ensure representativeness. …”
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Outcomes of nonoperative treatment of displaced anterior glenoid rim fractures without dislocation in the elderly: should instability be a concern? by Kutalmis Albayrak, Matthijs Jacxsens, Muhammed Bilal Kurk, Mert Demirci, Mehmet Ozbey Buyukkuscu, Bulent Karslioglu

“…Treatment involved sling immobilization for up to 4 weeks, followed by a structured rehabilitation program. Clinical outcomes were assessed using Constant Score (CS), American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, Subjective Shoulder Value (SSV), and range of motion. …”
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