Assessment of stress hyperglycemia ratio to predict all-cause mortality in patients with critical cerebrovascular disease: a retrospective cohort study from the MIMIC-IV database by Yuwen Chen, Jian Xu, Fan He, An’an Huang, Jie Wang, Bingchen Liu, Qucheng Wei

“…Additionally, incorporating SHR into existing models improved both discrimination and reclassification performance. …”
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Genetic classification and geochemical evaluation of Upper Cretaceous carbonate reservoir oils in Dezful Embayment and Abadan Plain, SW Iran by Hossein Saadati, Ali Kadkhodaie, Mehrab Rashidi, Hossein Bahrami, Hashem Sarafdokht, Dmitriy A. Martyushev, Amir Abbass Jahangard

“…Family B oils originated from marl/shale facies in the Dezful Embayment, where the deeper source rock matured up to the peak of oil generation. Both hopanes and regular sterane distribution patterns reveal a contribution of terrigenous organic matter for both families. …”
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Genetic interaction between oxidative stress and body mass index in a Spanish population by Francisco Lara-Hernández, Rebeca Melero, María Elena Quiroz-Rodríguez, Celeste Moya-Valera, Mariana de Jesús Gallardo-Espinoza, Luis Álvarez, Ingrid Lizeth Valarezo-Torres, Laisa Briongos-Figuero, Jessica Abadía-Otero, Francisco Javier Mena-Martin, Guillermo Saez, Josep Redon, Juan-Carlos Martín-Escudero, Ana-Bárbara García-García, Guillermo Ayala, Felipe Javier Chaves

“…Based on this premise, we studied the potential association between 723 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) located within a set of 212 genes and both BMI and oxidative stress parameters in 1502 adults from the general Spanish population (Hortega Study). …”
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Two chromatographic methods for analyzing paracetamol in spiked human plasma with its toxic metabolite, N-acetyl parabenzoquinone imine and its antidote, N-acetyl-l-cysteine by Omar M El-Abassy, Michael Gamal Fawzy, Ebraam B. Kamel

“…Additionally, the achievement of the eco-friendliness profile of the designed procedures was assessed. Both techniques passed the ICH validation tests.…”
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Distinct mechanisms of electroacupuncture and manual acupuncture in modulating hypothalamic GnRH–tanycyte unit function of polycystic ovary syndrome by Yu Wang, Yicong Wang, Yuning Chen, Wenhan Lu, Xiaoyu Tong, Jiajia Li, Wenhao Gao, Rui Huang, Wei Hu, Yi Feng

“…Abstract Background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex neuroendocrine disorder characterized by dysregulation of the hypothalamus. Both electroacupuncture (EA) and manual acupuncture (MA) have demonstrated therapeutic efficacy in the treatment of PCOS through improvements in hypothalamic function. …”
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(RE) FAZENDO A MATÉRIA: projeto e seleção* by Matthew Kearnes

“…De modo similar, ao propor um algoritmo de imitação de processos celulares de auto-organização e auto-agregação, o trabalho de John von Neuman em matemática e física teórica assinalam ‘uma virada bio-mimética’ nas ciências físicas. …”
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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: comparative assessment of diagnostic and treatment approaches in the Russian Federation and People’s Republic of China by M. Ch. Semenistaya, Fan Jian-Gao, O. B. Velichenko, Ye. A. Kuznetsova, Ch. S. Pavlov

“…The pathogenesis of NAFLD closely correlates to both hepatic and cardiovascular involvement that significantly influences both treatment choice and life prognosis. …”
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Library Facilities, Effective Teaching and Learning of Christian Religious Education in Selected Secondary Schools in Ny Akishenyi Sub-County Rukungiri District, Uganda. by Niwatuha, Jackline

“…The study used primary data collection method using questionnaires; the questionnaires included both open and closed ended questions. The study gave the results of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. …”
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The Influence of Foundation Bodies in The Teaching of Religious Education in Selected Primary Schools in Kasagama Sub-County Lyantonde District. by Kafeero, Athanus

“…The data collected was analyzed using both qualitative and quantitative techniques and presented in tables in forms of frequencies and percentages. …”
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Examining the Role of Preserving Medical Records at Kamuganguzi HCIV. by Mugabirwe, Gift

“…The study used a case study research design where both qualitative and quantitative research design approaches were used. …”
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Factors Influencing the Uptake and Sustainable Use of Soil and Water Conservation Measures in Bubaare Micro-Catchment, Kabale District, South Western Uganda by Willbroad, Byamukama, Ssemakula, E, Kalibwani, R

“…Data was analyzed using SPSS version 16 to generate both descriptive and inferential statistics that aided in presentation and interpretation. …”
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The Effect of Gender Inequality in Education on Rural Poverty: A Case Study of Nyakagyeme Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Akaruhanga, Jasper

“…The research used 80 respondents as the sample size, and both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis were employed. …”
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Factors Leading to Low Utilization of PMTCT Services at Rubaare Health Centre IV in Rubaare Town Council Ntungamo District. by Muhairwe, Robert

“…The following were the recommendations: Massive sensitization of the people about PMTCT services, the government particularly the Ministry of Health to ensure a steady supply of the required drugs for both mothers and children who seek PMTCT services at the health facility.…”
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Teacher Transfers and Academic Performance of Learners in Uganda: A Case of Government Aided Primary Schools In Kalaki District. by Okello, George William

“…Both purposive and simple random sampling techniques were used in this study. …”
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E-Procurement and Procurement Performance of Central Government Procuring and Disposing Entities in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabale Regional Referral Hospital. by Kekitinisa, Privas

“…Data was collected using a questionnaire and interview guide, and simple random and purposive sampling methods were used. Both qualitative and quantitative methodologies were used to analyze data as a sample size of 59 respondents was used. …”
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Impact of Pentecostal Churches in Social- Economic Transformation of Rural Areas in Kabale District. by Bakwengye, Deus

“…In chapter three this was where the methods of data collection were put into action. The research used both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis. …”
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Development Projects of Non-Governmental Organisations towards Social-Economic Welfare in Kisoro Municipality. by Pius, Ngarama

“…The study was guided by four objectives namely: to identify the various projects carried out by the Non-Governmental Organizations; to establish the ways in which development projects of Non-Governmental Organizations have improved social-economic welfare of the people; to assess the challenges faced by the NGOs in the delivery of social-economic welfare support; and to suggest ways for effective and efficient delivery of social-economic welfare by Non-Governmental Organizations’ development projects in Kisoro Municipality. The study was both qualitative and quantitative in nature. Both simple random sampling and purposive sampling were used to select a total of 143 general and key respondents respectively for the study. …”
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The Role of Community-Based Organisations in Compating HIV/AIDS in Kanungu District, Uganda. by Denis, Karugaba

“…The study espoused a case study design which exploited both qualitative and quantitative approaches. A sample of 118 respondents was used and respondents were selected using simple random and purposive sampling. …”
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Financial Institutions and poverty Alleviation: A case study of Peoples Bank of Zanzbar (Pbz) in Western District of Zanzibar. by Mohamed, Dadi

“…The study design comprised of a combination of both descriptive and cross sectional research designs and both qualitative and quantitative data were employed. …”
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Teacher Job Satisfaction and Student Academic Performance at Uganda Certificate of Education in Secondary Schools in Uganda: A case Study of Kamwenge District. by Andrew, Kasaija

“…A causal comparative research design was employed for the study; both quantitative and qualitative methods were used to collect data. …”
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