Evolving Spiking Neural Network Model for PM2.5 Hourly Concentration Prediction Based on Seasonal Differences: A Case Study on Data from Beijing and Shanghai by Hengyuan Liu, Guibin Lu, Yangjun Wang, Nikola Kasabov

“…Although accurately predicting the air quality is essential to managing pollution and developing control policies, traditional forecasting models have not been able to simulate the seasonal and diurnal variation in air pollutant concentrations. …”
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Unlocking nature’s pharmacy: an in-depth exploration of phytochemicals as potential sources of anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory molecules by Shifana C. Sadiq, Maria Pellissery Joy, Sreekumar U. Aiswarya, Abhishek Ajmani, Chenicheri K. Keerthana, Tennyson P. Rayginia, Noah Isakov, Ruby John Anto

“…This review is an attempt to elucidate and correlate the regulatory role of phytochemicals on cellular signaling pathways implicated in oncogenesis and inflammatory responses, highlighting the significance and potential of phytochemical-based therapies for cancer prevention and treatment, as well as for managing inflammatory conditions. By exploring the promising potential of phytochemical-based remedies for cancer prevention, treatment, and inflammatory conditions and emphasizing their diverse roles in modulating critical regulatory mechanisms, this review addresses the current research landscape, challenges, and future directions in utilizing phytochemicals as effective agents against cancer and inflammation.…”
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Applying the layers of protection analysis (LOPA) method to high containment level biological facilities by Andrian Harsono, Ryan Waters, Jason Tearle, Graeme Harkess

“…., oil and gas) as a useful tool to manage and understand risk and to demonstrate if the facility is ‘safe’ to operate, but much less so in the biosafety sector. …”
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Paying for crime: frauds in DPVAT insurance and their impacts on society by Beatriz Peres Lopes, João Vinícius França Carvalho

“…The goal of this paper is to assess the weight of fraudulent claim payments of DPVAT insurance by the insurer Líder, a consortium of private insurers who manage this product. Using the Actuarial Credibility Theory, and a official database, the discrepancy between the DPVAT claims ratio and the claims ratios of other private automobile insurance lines of business, proxies for the ideal premium formation for having better system of frauds detection and prevention. …”
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Factors Affecting Herbicide Use in Fruits and Vegetables by C. E. Rouse, Peter J. Dittmar

“…Proper herbicide application is critical for fruit and vegetable growers to effectively manage weeds. Improper herbicide application may lead to herbicide loss from the targeted area, increased crop injury, and reduced weed control. …”
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Comparative hemodynamic responses to upright and recumbent cycling in patients with exercise intolerance by Arif Albulushi, Arif Albulushi, Faisal Al Harthi, Gamal Aly, Yahya Al-Wahshi, Mohammed H. El-Deeb

“…Upright exercise revealed lower values of RAP, mPAP, and PAWP, indicating distinct hemodynamic profiles.ConclusionBody position significantly affects cardiovascular dynamics during exercise, providing valuable insights for diagnosing and managing exercise intolerance.…”
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Navigating a stealthy invader: Insights from two different Streptococcus intermedius cases by Erica Casey Anders, Stanley Miller

“…Presently, there are no standardized protocols for screening, and subsequently managing, S. intermedius infections. Since S. intermedius has the potential to mimic other infections or pathological conditions, it warrants space on a differential until a negative culture or PCR assay is obtained.…”
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Oh, My Quad: A Clinical Commentary And Evidence-Based Framework for the Rehabilitation of Quadriceps Size and Strength after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. by Braidy Solie, Mitchell Carlson, Christopher Doney, Michael Kiely, Robert LaPrade

“…Therefore, the purpose of this review article is to integrate the existing quadriceps muscle basic science and strength training literature into a best-evidence synthesis of exercise methodologies for restoring quadriceps size and strength after ACLR, as well as outline an evidence-informed quadriceps load-progression for recovering the knee’s capacity to manage the force-profiles associated with high-demand physical activity. …”
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Phase-Feeding the Beef Herd for Improved Feed Utilization by Matt Hersom

“… The dairy industry utilizes the concept of differences in nutrient requirements of different cows within the herd and manages nutrient supply accordingly. In that regard, the dairy industry approaches different cow nutrient requirements by implementing phase feeding in the cow herd. …”
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Native Plants That Benefit Native Wildlife in the Florida Panhandle by Holly K. Ober, Gary W. Knox

“…This means supplying food, water, and cover within the space you own and manage. Because the needs of each wildlife species for food and cover vary from one season to the next, a mix of plant species is required to meet the needs of a species all year round. …”
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A novel approach to intraoperative diagnosis of primary pigmented nodular adrenocortical disease by Nethrani Sameera Wijesekara Pathirana, Hasitha Udayakumara, A S K Banagala, M R Sumanatilleke, A V T Damayanthi, S R Constantine, G W Katulanda, Z T M Thowfeek, T Sasikanth, S Pathmanathan

“…This case highlights a novel approach to diagnosing and managing PPNAD intraoperatively in a resource-limited setting where preoperative localisation studies have failed.…”
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Artificial Reefs in Florida 101: Effects on Fisheries--Part 4 of an Artificial Reef series by Lisa Chong, Angela B. Collins, Holly Abeels, Anna Braswell, Andrew Ropicki, Edward V. Camp

“… Increasingly, coastal managers are placing artificial reefs in marine waters. …”
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Tree Risk Assessment Methods: A Comparison of Three Common Evaluation Forms by Andrew K. Koeser, Gitta Hasing, Drew McLean, Robert Northrop

“…As trees age or become weakened by pests, disease, and/or other stresses, a tree owner or manager may need to decide what risk level he or she is willing to accept and what modifications may be needed. …”
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Tree Risk Assessment Methods: A Comparison of Three Common Evaluation Forms by Andrew K. Koeser, Gitta Hasing, Drew McLean, Robert Northrop

“…As trees age or become weakened by pests, disease, and/or other stresses, a tree owner or manager may need to decide what risk level he or she is willing to accept and what modifications may be needed. …”
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Technological Cooperation Networks at Bio-Manguinhos: the Role of Information and Communication Technologies by Lázaro Pereira de Oliveira, Claudio Pitassi, Antônio Augusto Gonçalves

“…The data were collected from 14 interviews conducted with managers of research and development (R&D) projects with high relevance to the organization. …”
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A associação em redes de cooperação influencia os resultados de pequenas e médias empresas? by Jorge Verschoore, Alsones Balestrin

“…Several studies have already shown the outcomes obtained by network cooperation, but few managed to verify if such outcomes affect positively the results of the companies that take part of the networks. …”
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Causes and Prevention of Emitter Plugging In Microirrigation Systems by D. Z. Haman

“…Over the past two decades, microirrigation has emerged as a preferred method for both irrigation and freeze protection in trees and horticultural crops. When managed effectively, microirrigation offers several advantages, including comparable water application uniformity, improved water use efficiency, minimized deep percolation and runoff with proper scheduling, efficient delivery of fertilizers and chemicals through fertigation and chemigation, and the ability to irrigate land too steep for other irrigation methods. …”
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External Parasites on Beef Cattle by Phillip E. Kaufman, Philip G. Koehler, Jerry F. Butler

“…In general, infected livestock cannot be healthy or efficiently managed to realize optimum production levels. This document is ENY-274 (IG130), one of a series of the Department of Entomology and Nematology, UF/IFAS Extension. …”
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Native Plants That Benefit Native Wildlife in the Florida Panhandle by Holly K. Ober, Gary W. Knox

“…This means supplying food, water, and cover within the space you own and manage. Because the needs of each wildlife species for food and cover vary from one season to the next, a mix of plant species is required to meet the needs of a species all year round. …”
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External Parasites on Beef Cattle by Phillip E. Kaufman, Philip G. Koehler, Jerry F. Butler

“…In general, infected livestock cannot be healthy or efficiently managed to realize optimum production levels. This document is ENY-274 (IG130), one of a series of the Department of Entomology and Nematology, UF/IFAS Extension. …”
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