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Association between tea consumption and risk of kidney stones: results from dose–response meta-analysis of prospective studies and Mendelian randomization analysis
The association between tea consumption and kidney stones is inconsistent in observational studies. Thus, we performed a dose–response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies and a two-sample Mendelian ran...
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Adaptive fuzzy control of stochastic nonlinear systems with predefined time via self-triggered mechanism
This paper addresses the adaptive fuzzy predefined time tracking control problem for a class of non-strict feedback stochastic nonlinear systems with input delay and error boundary constraints. Based on the fi...
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Open AccessBuilding datasets to support information extraction and structure parsing from electronic theses and dissertations
Despite the millions of electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) publicly available online, digital library services for ETDs have not evolved past simple search and browse at the metadata level. We need bet...
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Polyimide covalent organic frameworks as efficient solid-state Li+ electrolytes
Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are attractive porous crystalline materials with extremely high stability, easy functionalization, and open channels, which are expected to be unique ion conductors/transport...
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Differential selection of yield and quality traits has shaped genomic signatures of cowpea domestication and improvement
Cowpeas (tropical legumes) are important in ensuring food and nutritional security in develo** countries, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Herein, we report two high-quality genome assemblies of grain and v...
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Effect of glycerol addition on the pyrolysis characteristics and pyrolytic product distribution of cigar tobacco
Cigar tobacco residues are a special air-cured tobacco material with increasing production in domestic. In this present study, the effect of glycerol addition on the pyrolysis characteristic, kinetic behavior,...
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Experimental study on the influence mechanism of soil additives on scraper wear during EPB-TBM tunnelling in abrasive sandy ground
When earth pressure balance tunnel boring machines (EPB-TBMs) tunnelling in abrasive sandy ground, soil additives are critical for promoting excavation surface stability, reducing residual soil permeability, d...
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Risk factors for post-operative portal vein stenosis in pediatric liver transplantation: a single center case-control study
The incidence of post-transplant poral vein stenosis (PVS) is higher in pediatric liver transplantation, probably resulting from various portal vein (PV) reconstruction methods or other factors.
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Open AccessAn improved adaptive position tracking strategy for automatic shift actuator with uncertain parameters
Realizing precise and fast position control of the gear is a challenging issue because of its nonlinearity, parameter uncertainty and external disturbance. Therefore, this paper researches the clutch position ...
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Synergistic plasticizing effect of bio-based isosorbide di-epoxidized oleate on poly(vinyl chloride) resins
The strategic importance of develo** environmentally friendly PVC biomass plasticizers with excellent anti-migration and plasticizing effects cannot be overstated. This paper delves into the synthesis and ap...
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Open AccessLifestyle behaviors and risk of cardiovascular disease and prognosis among individuals with cardiovascular disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 71 prospective cohort studies
Healthy lifestyle behaviors (LBs) have been widely recommended for the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Despite a large number of studies exploring the association between combined LB...
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Open AccessTrends in parkinson’s disease mortality in China from 2004 to 2021: a joinpoint analysis
This study aimed to analyze the trends of Parkinson’s disease (PD) mortality rates among Chinese residents from 2004 to 2021, provide evidence for the formulation of PD prevention and control strategies to imp...
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Open AccessDouble-walled Al-based MOF with large microporous specific surface area for trace benzene adsorption
Double-walled metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), synthesized using Zn and Co, are potential porous materials for trace benzene adsorption. Aluminum is with low-toxicity and abundance in nature, in comparison wit...
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Open AccessUltrafast laser state active controlling based on anisotropic quasi-1D material
Laser state active controlling is challenging under the influence of inherent loss and other nonlinear effects in ultrafast systems. Seeking an extension of degree of freedom in optical devices based on low-di...
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Open AccessRedOx regulation of LRRK2 kinase activity by active site cysteines
Mutations of the human leucine-rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) have been associated with both, idiopathic and familial Parkinson’s disease (PD). Most of these pathogenic mutations are located in the kinase domain...
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Open AccessMild Therapeutic Hypothermia Alleviated Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury via Targeting SLC25A10 to Suppress Mitochondrial Apoptosis
Myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury (MI/RI) is identified as a severe vascular emergency, and the treatment strategy of MI/RI still needs further improvement. The present study aimed to investigate the pote...
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Open AccessUltrafast photoinduced C-H bond formation from two small inorganic molecules
The formation of carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds via the reaction of small inorganic molecules is of great significance for understanding the fundamental transition from inorganic to organic matter, and thus the o...
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In Situ TiC Particles-Reinforced Body-Centered-Cubic Ni0.6CoFe1.4 Medium-Entropy Alloys for High Hardness and Good Wear Resistance
TiC particles were in situ synthesized in body-centered-cubic (BCC) Ni0.6CoFe1.4 MEAs by vacuum induction melting. Results showed that both the hardness and wear resistance of the as-cast composites are significa...
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Cost-Effectiveness and Clinical Outcomes of Secondary Hyperparathyroidism Treatments in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
The study addresses the challenge of treating secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, focusing on the cost-effectiveness of surgical versus pharmacological interventions....
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Experimental study on current distribution in parallel-connected solid oxide fuel cell strings
To increase the power generated by solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), multiple cells have to be connected into a stack. Nonuniformity of cell performance is a worldwide concern in the practical application of sta...