A polysaccharide-based hydrogel platform for tumor spheroid production and anticancer drug screening by Elliot Lopez-Vince, Teresa Simon-Yarza, Claire Wilhelm

“…Herein we introduced a soft, non-adhesive, and resistant hydrogel platform for tumor spheroid production using a polysaccharide-based formulation. To ensure micro-structuring of the hydrogel and enable spheroid formation, 3D printed molds consisting of a network of 200-µm-diameter micropillars were used to generate microstructured hydrogel constructs that fit into a multi-well plate. …”
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A CRISPR-Cas12a-based universal rapid scrub typhus diagnostic method targeting 16S rRNA of Orientia tsutsugamushi. by Bum Ju Park, Sang Taek Heo, Misun Kim, Jeong Rae Yoo, Eun Jin Bae, Su Yeon Kang, Sunghoon Park, Kyeo Re Han, Keun Hwa Lee, Jae Myun Lee, Hyeyoung Lee, Yoon-Jae Song

“…Therefore, it is important to rapidly diagnose O. tsutsugamushi infection to ensure successful outcomes. Here, we developed a CRISPR-Cas12a-based diagnostic method targeting the bacterial 16S rRNA to detect O. tsutsugamushi infection of all known genotypes. …”
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The instrumental value of advance directives: lesson learned from the COVID-19 pandemic for policymaking by Elisabeth Stock, Christian H. Nickel, Bernice S. Elger, Andrea Martani

“…We show, with particular reference to lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, that AD are instrumentally valuable in that they: (1) allow to thematise death; (2) ensure that overtreatment is avoided; (3) enable to better respect the wish of people to die at their preferred place; (4) help revive the “lost skill” of prognostication. …”
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ENHANCING PROJECT QUALITY THROUGH EFFECTIVE REQUIREMENTS MANAGEMENT by Sławomir Wawak

“…The study highlighted the importance of identifying and managing project requirements to ensure quality and success. This research contributes to the existing literature on requirements management and project quality management by comprehensively understanding the interplay between these two critical aspects of project success. …”
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The impact of data from future lepton colliders on light hadrons fragmentation functions by Bin Zhou, Jun Gao

“…The high luminosity and high energies of future lepton colliders allow for quark flavor separations and ensure a precise determination of FFs based solely on data from electron-positron collisions. …”
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Biometric Fusion for Enhanced Authentication in Cloud Computing Environments by Chiyo Miyazawa, Ryosuke Sato

“…In the realm of cloud computing, ensuring robust data security is of utmost importance. …”
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E-Counselling for Learner Support Services in ODL Institutions: A Practical Approach by A. C. Ukwueze

“…These social media networks ensure that students are not isolated as they provide better alternative to face-to-face counselling, which many experts now see as narrow, archaic and selective in the face of the present technological advancement of the entire world. …”
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Deep learning based gasket fault detection: a CNN approach by S. Arumai Shiney, R. Seetharaman, V. J. Sharmila, S. Prathiba

“…Moreover, our system provides a reliable and efficient mechanism for quality control, which can help reduce the risk of defects and ensure product reliability.…”
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BMP-Recommended Water and Phosphorus Inputs for Tomato and Watermelon Can Reduce Environmental Losses of Phosphorus and Save Water by Sanjay Shukla, Gregory S. Hendricks, Thomas A. Obreza, Willie G. Harris

“…However, given the adverse impacts on watermelon yield due to lower than sufficient levels of K, further research is needed to evaluate the fertilizer recommendations for watermelon, especially K2O rates, to ensure economic viability of farms. Our results showed that adoption of BMP-recommended P rates as a BMP did not reduce crop yield and improved water quality. …”
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Building Coastal Dunes with Sea Oats and Surrogate Wrack by Natalie Hooton, Debbie L. Miller, Mack Thetford, Sean Claypool

“…Managers have tried commercial fertilizers and water-absorbing gels to ensure planted sea oats survive and thrive, but these products are not always effective and can be expensive. …”
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The development trend of China’s marine economy: a predictive analysis based on industry level by Yu Chen, Huahan Zhang, Lingling Pei

“…Third, the CFGM model is used to estimate the future added values across multiple marine industries, accompanied by suggestions to ensure the sustainable development of the marine economy.…”
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Examining inclusivity: the use of AI and diverse populations in health and social care: a systematic review by John Gabriel O. Marko, Ciprian Daniel Neagu, P. B. Anand

“…Conclusion AI development practices, legal frameworks, and policies must be reformulated to ensure that AI is applied in an equitable manner. …”
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EFFECT OF VENTURE CAPITAL FINANCING ON THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF SMEs IN CROSS RIVER STATE by EGU USANG INAH, OLOFU MATHIAS AJOR, MANNAH ELIZABETH JACOB, UWALAKA BENEDICTA CHISOBEM, IBAYE THERESA MBONG

“…Based on the finding and conclusion, it was recommended among others that fund managers should intensify the advisory role to ensure that businesses take advantage of increase their turnovers. …”
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AN EXAMINATION OF GOVERNANCE AND SECURITY IN KADUNA STATE SINCE 1999 by SABO Anche Ugah, Sunday Vincent Akwashiki, Aminu Davidson Bowo

“…The study will help the government to enlighten her citizens on the importance of education, tolerance, true dialogue, and reconciliation among others to serve as tools with which to douse the security challengesfaced by the state which will ensure the peaceful co[1]existence of members of the different religion’s groups and ethics,and thereby promotes harmonious living, restoration of peace, security, growth, and stability, and order in the State. …”
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SEE IT, LIKE IT, BUY IT! HEDONIC SHOPPING MOTIVATIONS AND IMPULSE BUYING by Merima Činjarević, Kasim Tatić, Srđan Petrić

“…A more random sampling method, sampling from different geographic locations and replication of this study in the context of other product categories are necessary to ensure reliable generalizability. …”
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Energia eólica no Brasil: a contribuição do Nordeste e do Rio Grando do Norte na diversificação da matriz energética by Maria Eduarda Medeiros da Silva, José Alderir da Silva

“…This approach is crucial to ensure that the population and the country are prepared to face potential crises in one of the energy sources, as there will be others available to meet energy needs. …”
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STRENGTHENING THE RESEARCH OF KEY ENABLING TECHNOLOGIES FOR NEW INNOVATIONS by Sanja Tišma, Karolina Horvatinčić, Iva Tolić, Anamarija Farkaš

“…Technologies are changing the way in which society operates and there is a need to ensure that they are used in a best possible way. …”
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Acoustic calculation of process pipelines of a compressor station for assessing low-frequency pressure pulsations in dead-end branches by Alexander S. Schreder, Oleg A. Kurasov, Petr V. Burkov, Alexey N. Gavrilin

“…To fulfill contractual obligations, compressor stations with high-flow compressor units are used. In order to ensure reliable operation and avoid premature failure of process equipment, periodic diagnostic work is carried out. …”
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Argument-based validation of Chulalongkorn University Language Institute (CULI) test: a Rasch-based evidence investigation by Apichat Khamboonruang

“…Abstract Chulalongkorn University Language Institute (CULI) test was developed as a local standardised test of English for professional and international communication. To ensure that the CULI test fulfils its intended purposes, this study employed Kane’s argument-based validation and Rasch measurement approaches to construct the validity argument for the CULI test. …”
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Hustle Culture: Loopholes in Violations of Employment Law by Ellen Lutya Putri Nugrahani, Jody Imam Rafsanjani, Zaihan Harmaen Anggayudha, Hilmi Ardani Nasution

“…This research highlights the importance of aligning workplace expectations with legal protections to ensure fair treatment and long-term sustainability in professional environments.…”
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