A systematic review of nanocarriers used in medicine and beyond — definition and categorization framework by Sabine Gressler, Christina Hipfinger, Florian Part, Anna Pavlicek, Christian Zafiu, Bernd Giese

“…Abstract Nanocarriers are transport and encapsulation systems that primarily serve to protect and improve the dispersibility of predominantly hydrophobic active ingredients but also enable their targeted delivery and controlled release at the site of action. …”
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Evaluation of efficacy of photodynamic disinfection against enterococcus faecalis and compare it with the effect of different endodontic irrigant activation techniques. by Amanda George Haskiyal, Dara Hamarashid Saeed

“…Methods: Fifty single-rooted premolars with single canals were chosen for the study. Five teeth were chosen to serve as the negative control group. …”
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THE ROLE OF INFORMANTS IN THE ACCENTUATION OF ARMED BANDITRY IN NORTH-WESTERN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF ZAMFARA STATE by TUKUR ABDULKADIR, ABDULNASIR UMAR

“…Thus, the paperrecommends that severe punsihments should be meted out to informants and the punishment should be publicized by media to serve as deterrent to others. There should be concerted effort by all stakeholders to enlighten the citizens on the consequences ofproviding information to criminals to earned living and its consequences in the society. …”
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A comprehensive assessment of arterial signal coordination through a case study by Peter Horbachov, Yevhen Liubyi, Stanislav Svichynskyi, Dmitriy Muzylyov, Vitalii Ivanov

“…The obtained results confirm that coordination can serve as an effective traffic management measure to ensure sustainable traffic in municipalities with limited budgets. …”
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Acute Toxicity of Xylene on the African Catfish <i>Clarias gariepinus</i> by I.C. Davies, E.S. Erondu, A.I. Hart, L.C. Osuji

“…A total of 210 catfish C. gariepinus juveniles with mean length 15.20±2.3cm, and mean weight of 10.23±2.6g were obtained from the University of Port Harcourt Demonstration Farm. …”
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Spatial-Temporal Variations and Influencing Factors of Water-related Ecosystem Services in Southwest China Under Complex Terrain by TANG Shuang, ZHU Chongjing, GAO Jie, BIAN Hongyan

“…[Objective] The study of spatial-temporal variations and influencing factors of water-related ecosystem services under complex terrain in Southwest China can serve as a foundation for the ecological management and sustainable development in this region. …”
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Defining competence profiles in obstetrics and gynecology using the modified requirement tracking questionnaire by Baptiste Tarasi, Viktor Oubaid, David Baud

“…Differences between gender, level of training, and place of practice were not significant. Conclusion The identified competence profile could serve as a basis for developing a new method of O&G residency selection. …”
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Ferroelectricity in van der Waals multilayers via interfacial polarization engineering by Xiaokai Chen, Xiaoyu Xuan, Wanlin Guo, Zhuhua Zhang

“…Then, the interfacial polarization and enhanced interlayer polarization can serve as two elements for building robust ferroelectrics from vdW multilayers with cumulative, thickness-controllable polarization. …”
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The Methodology of Imam Ash‘ari in Engaging with Sifat Khabariyyah Through the Book al-Ibanah by Mohd Saiba Yaacob, Syed Hadzrullathfi Syed Omar, Engku Ibrahim Engku Wok Zin

“…Among the challenges that arose were the differing views of later scholars regarding Imam Ash‘ari’s final manhaj. …”
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IMPACT OF SELECTED FIRM-SPECIFIC CHARACTERISTICS ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF NIGERIAN LISTED INSURANCE USING CARAMELS FRAMEWORK by ALIU, Ismaila Daudu, Qadir Folorunsho DAUDA, Rukayat Bukola ADEJARE, Bashirat O OLOYIN-ABDULHAKEEM

“… Insurance sub-sector of financial services serve as the backbone of economic growth through efficient resource allocation, reduction of business risks and spread of financial risk. …”
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A collaborative parent-teacher model for religious moderation education in early childhood in Indonesia by M. Suyuti Yusuf, Hadi Pajarianto, Baso Sulaiman

“…Results: The findings show that teachers serve a structural role, while parents contribute through a cultural role in the collaboration. …”
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AN APPRAISAL OF NIGERIA’S FOREIGN POLICY THRUST FROM 1960-2023 by SUNNY MENE PIATE, EMMANUEL SUNDAY, BARILEDUM KIA

“…The justification for adopting this approach is to review how each Nigerian government undertook the conduct of Nigeria’s foreign policy and how it has translated to economic security and prosperity of the Nigerian State-cum-citizenry whose interest foreign policy is expected to serve.  The central proposition of the study is that for Nigeria’s foreign policy to be perceived as legitimate, its implementation must be seen by Nigerians to advance the domestic national development.  …”
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Comparing green customer citizenship attitudes and behaviours in South Africa and South Korea by Christo Bisschoff, Sam Fullerton

“…Motivation for the study: Korean consumers are favourably orientated to green consumerism and serve as valuable benchmark for South African consumers. …”
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Design of a Flexible Pavement For Nyakabande–Mutolere Road, Nyakabande Sub County, Kisoro District. by Habimana, Stephen

“…The selected pavement structures from the design catalogues were then analysed using RUBICON Pavement analysis software to ascertain their suitability. …”
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Design of a Multi 2- Storied Hostel for Kabale University. by Opoya, Wilberforce

“…Structural design is the primary aspect of civil engineering. The very basis of construction of any building, residential house or dams, bridges, culverts, canals etc. is designing. …”
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Design of a Multi 2-Storied Hostel for Kabale University Student. by Twesigye, Charles

“…Structural design is the primary aspect of civil engineering. The very basis of construction of any building, residential house or dams, bridges, culverts, canals etc. is designing. …”
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Financial Records and Performance of Microfinance Institutions: A Case Study of Rukiga SACCO. by Akatukunda, Annah

“…This study examined the relationship between financial records and the performance of microfinance institutions, using Rukiga SACCO as a case study. The objectives were to identify the types of financial records kept by Rukiga SACCO, to examine the indicators of its performance, and to determine the relationship between financial records and performance. …”
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Student Gender and Support by Compassion International Influences Achievement Goal Orientation among Adolescents in South-western Uganda. by Ndyareeba, Eunice, Zanna, Clay, Biirah, Judith, Kasawo, Henry Kibedi

“…The study used a parallel mixed methods approach to sample 510 adolescent students aged 12 -21 years were included in the study. Both Compassion International support beneficiaries and nonbeneficiaries were recruited for the study. …”
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Effect of Parental Care and Teenage Pregnancy in Kirima Sub-County Kanungu District. by Ariho, Syliver

“…Female teachers should serve as role models, encouraging girls to stay in school and emphasizing the importance of education for their future.…”
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Assessing the Hydraulic Performance of Ntungamo Town Piped Water Distribution System. by Ahimbisibwe, James

“…Hydraulic parameters, including head, pressure, and flow rate, were evaluated during the simulations. The findings demonstrated that the pressures at junctions and the flow rates and velocities in pipes were generally feasible for providing adequate water to the area. …”
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