Enhancing the tensile strength and morphology of Sansevieria trifasciata Laurentii fibers using liquid smoke and microwave treatments: an RSM approach by Muhammad Arsyad Suyuti, Djarot B. Darmadi, Winarto, Putu Hadi Setyarini

“…Abstract Liquid smoke (LS), an eco-friendly substance, is effective in modifying natural fibers to enhance their mechanical properties, surface morphology, and thermal stability. …”
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An Assessment of Nigeria Security Sector Reform, 1999-2010 by Mohammed, Abubakar Ahmad

“…The research work was mainly descriptive in nature and the study relied mainly on primary and secondary sources. …”
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Comparison of postoperative pain and stress using a multimodal approach in cats: open vs. laparoscopic-assisted ovariohysterectomy by Changwoo Jeong, Kangwoo Yi, Yong Yu, Suyoung Heo

“…IntroductionLaparoscopic surgery is increasingly utilized for its minimally invasive nature, leading to reduced postoperative pain and faster recovery. …”
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Study on the loss of ductility of the API 5L grade b steel using the isothermal aging process by Julio César Velázquez, Manuela Diaz-Cruz, Noé Eliseo González-Arévalo, Ulises Oswaldo Solis, Arturo Cervantes-Tobón, Selene Capula-Colindres, Roman Cabrera-Sierra

“…In the literature, it has been found that the natural aging process tends to decrease the ductility in the pipeline steel. …”
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EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION OF POLICE HARASSMENT OF PRIVATE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA by Ademolu Oluwaseun Adenuga, Abdullahi Abiodun Oyekanmi

“…The paper is descriptively quantitative in nature with twelve (12) private universities selected in Ogun State as case study. …”
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Free Radical Scavenging Activities of Methanol Extract and Fractions of <i>Picralima nitida</i> (Apoceanacea) by Osayemwenre Erharuyi, Abiodun Falodun

“…Picralima nitida has the potential for use as natural plant antioxidants in preventing against free radical damage. …”
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Assessment of selected indicators of physicochemical conditions in the Rega River from 2018 to 2022 in accordance with EU regulations by Bonisławska Małgorzata, Nędzarek Arkadiusz, Tański Adam, Tórz Agnieszka, Formicki Krzysztof, Krzystolik Jan

“…Seasonal variations in nitrogen and phosphorus forms, and the dependency of nitrogen forms on DO, indicated disruptions in natural biochemical processes due to surface runoff pollutants from the watershed. …”
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AN ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECT OF THE ACTIVE AND PASSIVE POLITICAL BEHAVIOR OF CITIZENS ON GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA by LAMBE EMMANUEL OYEWOLE, HASSAN SEYID ISHOLA, BASHIR OLADIMEJI ABDULRAZAQ

“…However, in third world countries, the extent and nature of political participation vary widely, influenced by a range of socio-economic, cultural, and institutional factors. …”
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Access to clean energy in Africa revisited: The roles of women empowerment, corruption control, FDI and sectoral growth. by Kwame Adjei-Mantey, Paul Adjei Kwakwa, Eleazer Ankrah

“…One of the key contributors to climate change is energy consumption, with the type of energy used having implications on the natural environment and health of users. To promote environmental sustainability and sustainable development, Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 aims to achieve accessibility, and affordability of clean and modern forms of energy for all. …”
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Folded pseudochiral Fermi surface in 4Hb-TaSe2 from band hybridization with a charge density wave by Matthew D. Watson, Andrea Tonelli, Mugerabe Zerabza, Sam Hayward, Rebecca Wilkinson, Ettore Carpene, Cephise Cacho, Valentina De Renzi, Simon Crampin, Enrico Da Como

“…Theoretical analysis supports the metallic nature of the system and interlayer interactions leading to hybridization. …”
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Recent advances of nanovaccines on cancer theranostics by Xiaobing Yuan, Xiaobing Yuan, Xiaobing Yuan, Tianyou Xu, Mubashir Hussain, Bin Liu, Jianwei Zhu, Jianwei Zhu

“…On the other hand, the various properties of nanomaterials play an essential role in the collecting, maturation, and activation of the immune system. Cancer vaccines based on nanomaterials (also called nanovaccines) can be specifically delivered to target tissues and cells through nanocarriers and nanoplatforms, thereby improving efficacy, extending the duration of antitumor immunity, and minimizing side effects. …”
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A potential photo-protective, antioxidant function for DMSO in marine phytoplankton. by Brandon J McNabb, Philippe D Tortell

“…Results from isotopic tracer experiments demonstrate significant increases in DMSO reduction rates in low-light acclimated natural phytoplankton assemblages exposed to high irradiance. …”
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CHRISTOPANGANISM: A RELIGION IN SEARCH OF RELEVANCE OR A CONTEXTUALIZED CHRISTIANITY IN NIGERIA? by Amos Francis Dike

“…This study attempts to study the nature, reasons for its emergence, and manifestation(s) of Christopaganism and its implications on Christianity in Africa. …”
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Implication of diabetes mellitus in telomere length and alteration in some age related cell senescence markers of aged men in Kurdistan region-Iraq by Kaniaw Rafat Khafar, Dr. Esmail S Kakey

“… Indications of cell maturing including telomere length and mitochondrial work, just as oxidative pressure and incendiary markers affect one another and structure a complicated organization, which all influenced in age related sicknesses, for example, diabetes mellitus. …”
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Modelo de desarrollo sostenible para tres pequeñas comunidades en Costa Rica by María José Chassoul-Acosta, Claudia Charpentier

“…Incluye el crecimiento y el desarrollo económico, el bienestar social y la conservación del medio natural. En este modelo, la mejora de la condición de vida se consigue mediante la utilización de las capacidades que han desarrollado los habitantes o por la obtención de nuevas competencias, que les permita utilizar los recursos disponibles en la zona. …”
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Analysis of the composition, characteristics, and antifungal properties of cutin in goji berry fruits at different developmental stages by Yueli Zhou, Dayuan Chen, Cong Wang, Huaiyu Zhang, Lunaike Zhao, Junjie Wang, Qiding Peng

“…This study provides a research basis for further investigation of the accumulation mechanism of natural antifungal substances during the growth and development of goji berries.…”
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Long term adult visual plasticity after the developmental critical period in genetically determined peripheral visual loss by Otília C. d’Almeida, Joana M. Sampaio, Sónia Ferreira, Eduardo D. Silva, Miguel Castelo-Branco

“…In sum, visual cortical plasticity triggered by peripheral visual loss occurs beyond the critical period of visual maturation.…”
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Exploring Echinacea angustifolia for anti-viral compounds against Zika virus RNA-dependent RNA polymerase: a computational study by Mai M. El-Daly, Leena H. Bajrai, Thamir A. Alandijany, Isra M. Alsaady, Hattan S. Gattan, Meshari M. Alhamdan, Vivek Dhar Dwivedi, Esam I. Azhar

“…This investigation highlighted four naturally occurring compounds, viz., Echinacoside, Rutin, Echinacin, and Cynaroside, demonstrating a notable affinity for binding to the allosteric site of ZIKV RDRP. …”
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A new definition and three categories for classifying ecosystems by Jaime Gómez-Márquez

“…Category 1 is any undisturbed natural ecosystem. Category 2 includes ecosystems altered by humans due to socioeconomic development and population growth, causing environmental degradation and biodiversity loss. …”
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Sensory seeking and its influence on sustained attention performance in adult males with Autism Spectrum Condition by Takashi Itahashi, Ryuta Aoki, Motoaki Nakamura, Haruhisa Ohta, Ryu-ichiro Hashimoto

“…Due to the paucity of studies in adults, the nature of attentional challenges and their associations with sensory profiles in autistic adults remain elusive. …”
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