RESTRICTED MAXIMUM LIKELIHOOD ESTIMATION FOR MULTIVARIATE LINEAR MIXED MODEL IN ANALYZING PISA DATA FOR INDONESIAN STUDENTS by Vera Maya Santi, Khairil Anwar Notodiputro, Indahwati Indahwati, Bagus Sartono

“…This underlies the need for a more in-depth study of the factors that influence PISA data scores not only statistically qualitatively but also quantitatively which is still very rarely done. The data structure of the PISA survey results is complex, which involves multicollinearity, multivariate response variables, and random effects. …”
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Decoding the Hormonal, Genetic, and Environmental Signals Regulating Leaf Angle in Plants by Ahmad Ali, Ting-Ting Zhao, Cui-Lian Feng, Xue-Ting Zhao, Ling Li, Rui-Jie Wu, Hong-Bo Liu, Qi-Xing Huang, Ji-Shan Lin, Jun-Gang Wang

“…Plant architecture is a key determinant of canopy structure, light interception, photosynthetic efficiency and overall biomass production. …”
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Effect of the Heat Affected Zone Hardness Reduction on the Tensile Properties of GMAW Press Hardening Automotive Steel by Alfredo E. Molina-Castillo, Enrique A. López-Baltazar, Francisco Alvarado-Hernández, Salvador Gómez-Jiménez, J. Roberto Espinosa-Lumbreras, José Jorge Ruiz Mondragón, Víctor H. Baltazar-Hernández

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EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF LOCAL HYDRODYNAMICS AND MASS EXCHANGE PROCESSES OF COOLANT IN FUEL ASSEMBLIES OF PRESSURIZED WATER REACTORS by S. M. Dmitriev, A. A. Barinov, A. N. Pronin, V. D. Sorokin, A. E. Khrobostov

“…The results of experimental studies of local hydrodynamics and mass exchange of coolant flow behind spacer and mixing grids of different structural versions that were developed for fuel assemblies of domestic and foreign nuclear reactors are presented in the article. …”
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Mediating roles of rumination and emotional intelligence in the relationship between resilience and professional efficacy in pharmacy practice by Shazia Rehman, Nadia Rehman, Ali Altalbe, Muhammad Nasir Khan, Ahsan Riaz Khan, Muhammad Akhlaq, Dan Liu, Mi Wang

“…Methods We employed a cross-sectional design and structural equation modeling to analyze data from a sample of 576 pharmacists conducted in the Punjab province between September 2023 and January 2024. …”
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Nickel-tolerant zeolite/boron catalysts: Comparing the performances in cracking of light and heavy hydrocarbon model feedstocks by D.E. Adanenche, A.Y. Atta, A. Aliyu, B.J. El-Yakubu

“…These results suggest that boron enhances the structural stability of zeolite catalysts and mitigates the dehydrogenation effects of nickel, promoting improved performance in RFCC applications.…”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oxygen therapy among emergency nurses by Yazhu Zhao, Linshan Li, Yi Liu, Yongli Gao, Wei Zhang

“…Notable knowledge gaps emerged regarding two critical aspects: 21.95% of respondents expressed uncertainty about oxygen administration in myocardial infarction patients with SpO2 > 93% without respiratory distress, while 14.88% demonstrated unclear understanding of Venturi mask applications for hypercapnic patients. Structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis demonstrated good model fit (CMIN/DF = 3.323, RMSEA = 0.075, IFI = 0.881, TLI = 0.870, CFI = 0.881). …”
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Interpersonal Conflict and Employee Behavior in the Public Sector: Investigating the Role of Workplace Ostracism and Supervisors’ Active Empathic Listening by Hatem Belgasm, Ahmad Alzubi, Kolawole Iyiola, Amir Khadem

“…Data were collected from 501 public sector employees using validated scales, and an analysis was conducted using SPSS and AMOS, with structural equation modeling employed for hypothesis testing. …”
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Traditional uses and importance of Strychnos L. (Loganiaceae): A cross-cultural and spatial variation study in Benin by Donald Djidohokpin, Gbèwonmèdéa Hospice Dassou, Gnimansou Abraham Favi, Octave Mathieu Zountangni, Jéronime Marie-Ange Sènami Ouachinou, Judicael Makponsè, Ghyslain Kpetikou, Gbèkponhami Monique Tossou, Hounnankpon Yédomonhan, Aristide Cossi Adomou

“…To contribute to their valorization and sustainable management, this study aimed to (i) document the use knowledge of Strychnos spp. in Benin and (ii) assess the differences and consensus in their uses among people communities, and across bioclimatic zones in Benin. We conducted semi-structured interviews among 11 communities and three bioclimatic zones with 666 dialog partners. …”
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Preparation and Characterization of Promoted Fe-V/SiO2 Nanocatalysts for Oxidation of Alcohols by Hamid Reza Rafiee, Mostafa Feyzi, Fatanh Jafari, Banafsheh Safari

“…This research investigates the effects of V and Cu on the structure and morphology of Fe/SiO2 catalysts. The SiO2 supported catalyst with the highest specific surface area and pore volume was obtained when it is containing 40 wt.% Fe, 15 wt.% V, and 2 wt.% Cu. …”
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Reconstruction of Three-Dimensional Object from Two-Dimensional Images by Utilizing Distance Regularized Level Algorithm and Mesh Object Generation by Samera Shams Hussei, Sukaina Sh Altyar, Lubab Ahmed Tawfeeq, Eman S. Harba

“…A low-cost EndoScope with a proposed program based upon utilized the segmentation algorithm type “Distance Regularized Level” to segment active edges from images then generate mesh object in order to generate 3D structure for small canals or cracks. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE ECOTOURISM IN KARANGREJO VILLAGE, KEDIRI USING A BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS WITH INNOVATION STRATEGY AND DIVERSIFICATION OF TOURISM SERVICES by Moh. Saiful Hakiki, Riyan Sisiawan Putra, Teguh Herlambang, Firman Yudianto, Mukhtar Adinugroho

“…In BMC analysis, elements such as Customer Segments, Value Propositions, Channels, Revenue Streams, Key Resources, Customer Relationships, Key Activities, Key Partnership, and Cost Structure are considered. The results of the SWOT analysis identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats affecting BUM Desa Sumber Bagindowati. …”
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Threshold Value of Atmospheric Stability Indices During Thunderstorm Events at Minangkabau International Airport by Ari Nuryadi, Nofi Yendri Sudiar, Hamdi Hamdi, Harman Amir

“…Results show that the use of locally calibrated thresholds leads to higher and more consistent accuracy, precision, and recall values compared to global benchmarks, due to better adaptation to local weather parameters such as vertical humidity, mid-layer temperature, and wind structure. KI, SI, and TTI showed high sensitivity (recall >88%), while LI and CAPE performed moderately. …”
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Seasonal Source Apportionment of Heavy Metals and Physicochemical Parameters: A Case Study of Sapanca Lake Watershed by Asude Ateş, Hülya Demirel, Rabia Köklü, Şenay Çetin Doğruparmak, Hüseyin Altundağ, Bülent Şengörür

“…The results show that the natural soil structure, municipal-industrial wastewater, agricultural-atmospheric runoff, highways, and seasonal effects are the major pollution sources for toxic metals and physicochemical parameters. …”
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Threshold Value of Atmospheric Stability Indices During Thunderstorm Events at Minangkabau International Airport by Ari Nuryadi, Nofi Yendri Sudiar, Hamdi Hamdi, Harman Amir

“…Results show that the use of locally calibrated thresholds leads to higher and more consistent accuracy, precision, and recall values compared to global benchmarks, due to better adaptation to local weather parameters such as vertical humidity, mid-layer temperature, and wind structure. KI, SI, and TTI showed high sensitivity (recall >88%), while LI and CAPE performed moderately. …”
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Academic Writing Challenges: Thesis Proposal Struggles Among 5th Semester PAI Students by Ivan Luthfi Amirudin, Anjar Munawaroh, Thufail Labieb Lazuardi

“…The research results show that the challenges students face when writing proposals in the fifth semester are (1) difficulties in creating research concepts and understanding the content of the literature; (2) limitations in accessing references; (3) lack of understanding of the proposal structure; (3) less consistent writing of quotations; (4) difficulty in paraphrasing sentences, and (5) lack of understanding of directions from the supervisor. …”
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Tannins from <i>Acacia mearnsii</i> De Wild as a Sustainable Alternative for the Development of Latent Fingerprints by Danielle Tapia Bueno, Amanda Fonseca Leitzke, Rayane Braga Martins, Daisa Hakbart Bonemann, Emanuel Gomes Bertizzolo, Gabrielly Quartieri Sejanes, Juliana Porciúncula da Silva, Lucas Minghini Gonçalves, Neftali Lenin Villarreal Carreno, Claudio Martin Pereira de Pereira

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Design for Testability of Integrated Circuits and Project Protection Difficulties by E. Ph. Pevtsov, T. A. Demenkova, A. A. Shnyakin

“…It was proposed, inter alia: 1) to analyze the libraries of standard elements used in the project with full disclosure of their specifications; 2) to create nodes with the physical non-cloning function in the projects on the basis of the libraries of standard elements in models and analysis programs; 3) to analyze IP modules used in the project with the maximum disclosure of structure, methods and algorithms for providing test coverings; 4) to provide for the development in projects of special test kits and methods of their generation at the design stage of functions in order to detect malicious nodes and programs both within SoC cores and at the level of system buses; 5) to develop at the design stage and to apply during tests a technique of special hardware measurements of parameters of the manufactured circuits and analysis of their results, inter alia, according to measurements of delays in distribution of signals and/or buses current consumption.…”
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Comparative Comparison of the Curriculum of the Master\'s Degree in Emergency Nursing in Iran and Monash University in Australia by Mahdieh Motie, Narges Arsalani, Masoud Fallahi-Khoshknab

“…Results: The Master's program in emergency nursing in Iran and Monash University of Australia showed many similarities in content, general structure, and the role of graduates. …”
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Preparing Future Teachers to Implement Distance Learning for Schoolchildren by M. V. Kuzmenko

“…The main directions of improving the graduates’ professional skills in the framework of the discipline “Distance learning technologies” and work program structure are given.Materials and methods. …”
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