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Correction: An international consensus on effective, inclusive, and career-spanning short-format training in the life sciences and beyond
A personalized reinforcement learning recommendation algorithm using bi-clustering techniques
Recommender systems have become a core component of various online platforms, helping users get relevant information from the abundant digital data. Traditional RSs often generate static recommendatio...
Mechanical properties of lithium slag recycled aggregate concrete subject to high temperature
In attempting to enhance the mechanical properties of recycled concrete after high temperature and solve the problem of large stacking of lithium slag (LS), this paper proposes lithium slag recycled c...
Active power filter control strategy based on repetitive quasi-proportional resonant control with linear active disturbance rejection control
Active power filter (APF) is a new type of harmonic mitigation device, and its harmonic mitigation capability mainly depends on the control strategies of current inner loop and voltage outer loop. Tra...
Seroprevalence and associated factors for hepatitis B and hepatitis C viral infection among patients with diabetes mellitus in Northern Tanzania
Background The coexistence of viral hepatitis with diabetes mellitus (DM) significantly escalates the risk of severe outcomes. This study aimed to determine the seroprevalence and associated factors o...
Muscle growth and anabolism in intensive care survivors (GAINS 2.0): Protocol for a multi-centre randomised; placebo controlled clinical trial of nandrolone in deconditioned adults recovering from critical illness
Background Intensive care patients can experience significant long-term impairment in mobility and function caused by their critical illness. A potential contributory factor apart from critical illnes...
Biomechanical comparison of various bone reduction forceps in interfragmentary compression and area of compression in an experimental model of canine lateral humeral condylar fractures
Objective To compare contact area and interfragmentary compression generated by Vulsellum forceps, Patellar forceps, Kyon FineTouch forceps, point-to-point forceps with soft-locking mechanism, and poi...
A person-centered approach to cognitive performance analysis in primary school children: Comparisons through self-organizing maps
The objective of this study was to identify distinct student profiles based on physical, psychological, and social characteristics, and examine their impact on cognitive performance. A total of 194 ch...
Optimal two-stage group sequential designs based on Mann-Whitney-Wilcoxon test
The Mann-Whitney-Wilcoxon test, often referred to as the Mann-Whitney U test or Wilcoxon rank-sum test, is a non-parametric statistical test used to compare two independent groups when the dependent v...
Retraction: Inhibition of tumor vasculogenic mimicry and prolongation of host survival in highly aggressive gallbladder cancers by Norcantharidin via blocking the ephrin type a receptor 2/focal adhesion kinase/paxillin signaling pathway
Effect of infill ratios in SLA 3D printing on mechanical properties of castable wax patterns for molded shells in investment casting
Investment casting has become an integral part of the modern industry’s manufacturing process with high precision. However, this technology still faces several challenges that need to be addressed for...
Using the TSA-LSTM two-stage model to predict cancer incidence and mortality
Cancer, the second-leading cause of mortality, kills 16% of people worldwide. Unhealthy lifestyles, smoking, alcohol abuse, obesity, and a lack of exercise have been linked to cancer incidence and mor...
Marbled murrelet habitat suitability in redwood timberlands of Northern Coastal California utilizing LiDAR-derived individual tree metrics
The marbled murrelet ( Brachyramphus marmoratus ) is a threatened seabird found from Southern California to Alaska that forages at sea but nests in near coastal...
Proton or photon? Comparison of survival and toxicity of two radiotherapy modalities among pediatric brain cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Background With the introduction of new therapy modalities and the resulting increase in survival rates, childhood brain cancers have become a focal point of research in pediatric oncology. In current...
Perceptions, experiences, barriers, facilitators, learning outcomes, and modes of assessment of digital clinical placements for pre-registration physiotherapy students internationally: a systematic review protocol
Introduction The shift to digital clinical placements for physiotherapy education due to COVID-19 prompts a need for evaluation of current evidence. Existing studies highlight benefits of digital tech...
Classroom settings for visually impaired schoolchildren: A scoping review
Visually impaired schoolchildren require classrooms tailored to their visual abilities and needs, as outlined in existing literature detailing optimal modifications, recommendations, and guidelines. T...
Beyond the SAFE strategy: Systematic review and meta-analysis of prevalence and associated factors of active trachoma among children in Ethiopia
Background Although the Surgery, Antibiotic, facial cleanliness, and environmental improvement (SAFE) strategy was adopted in Ethiopia over the last five years, there is still a high incidence of trac...
Editors-in-chief in social sciences: Mapping the institutional, geographical, and gender representation between academic fields
This study systematically maps the network structure of the editors-in-chief in social sciences journals, focusing on their gender representation, geographical distribution, and institutional composit...
Evaluation of an automatic image classifier for analysis of bacterial growth on a multiple-agar plate developed for bovine mastitis
Rapid identification of mastitis-causing bacteria is crucial for effective treatment decisions. Several multi-media agar plates have been developed to aid pathogen identification on farms or by veteri...
The importance of viewshed in nest site selection of a ground-nesting shorebird
Birds and their nests are vulnerable to predation during the breeding season. Many birds have evolved nest placement strategies that minimize risk such as concealing nests in vegetation, or nesting in...
Microbial effects of cold-pressed Sacha inchi oil supplementation in rats
Oil supplements have various benefits for metabolism, particularly Sacha inchi oil (SI), which is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) such as ω-3 and fat-soluble vitamins. However, the impacts...
Coal and gas outburst prediction based on data augmentation and neuroevolution
Coal and gas outburst (CGO) is a complicated natural disaster in underground coal mine production. In constructing smart mines, predicting CGO risks efficiently and accurately is necessary. This paper...
The effectiveness of Evodia rutaecarpa hot compress on the recovery of gastrointestinal function after laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer: A propensity score-matched retrospective cohort study
Background Although the use of hot compresses with the herbal medicine Evodia rutaecarpa (ER) as a complementary and alternative therapy to promote recovery of postoperative gastro...
A novel prediction method for intracerebral hemorrhage-associated pneumonia: A single center analysis
Stroke-associated pneumonia (SAP) is a common complication leading to death and disability after a stroke. Currently, more studies tend to focus on stroke-associated pneumonia in patients with ischemi...
Estimation of genetic parameters and genetic trends for growth, reproductive, and survival traits of Bonga sheep using multi-variate animal model
The community-based breeding program was introduced to enhance the productivity of Bonga sheep. Data evaluating animals’ potential regarding key traits was gathered from 2009–2021. This study estimate...