Efficacy of Bacillus spp. and Trichoderma asperellum for biological control of bacterial wilt disease in tomato: in vitro and in vivo evaluations
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Mohsen Mohamed Elsharkawy, Said Kamel, Ghada Fathallah
Abstract Background A serious tomato disease that results in plant death and high crop losses is the bacterial wilt. Crop rotation and the utilization of …
Risk-indexed artificial neural network for predicting duration and cost of irrigation canal-lining projects using survey-based calibration and python validation
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Boshra Taha, Ahmed H. Ibrahim, Asmaa A. Soliman
The purpose of this study is to develop and validate a risk-driven predictive model for estimating project duration and cost in irrigation canal lining projects, …
Sociological and religious interpretations of Adinkra symbols: qualitative analysis of the 2025 inaugural outfit of Ghana's president
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Ronald Osei Mensah, Anthony Bordoh, Andrews Acquah
Introduction: Adinkra symbols, deeply embedded in Ghanaian culture, serve as potent non-verbal communicative tools that convey philosophical, religious, and sociopolitical meanings. Methods: This study explores …
A novel low –cost and sensitive sensor for the voltammetric nano detection of linezolid antibiotic in real samples using carbon paste electrode modified with calcium oxide nanoparticle combined with electropolymerized D-alanine
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M. Khodari, Nahla Z. Hassan, Adila E. Mohamed
This study reports the development of a novel, low-cost, and highly sensitive sensor for the rapid and efficient electrochemical detection of trace amounts of the …
Investigation of the phosphorescence, persistent decay and structure properties of Eu2+: strontium aluminate doped with Nd3+, B3+ or Dy3+
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S.E. Abo Sawan, Yousry M. Hamdy, Reham M. Khattab
Abstract Luminescent sources based on crystalline materials doped with transition metal or rare-earth cations are known as persistent phosphors, and they can continue to emit …
Conflicting interests over natural resource use: the case of interactions among livestock keepers, farmers, and wildlife at Kilombero Valley, Tanzania
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Sayuni Bildad Mariki, Liliane Binego
Conflicts over natural resources use among farmers, livestock keepers, and wildlife are escalating in the Kilombero Valley, Tanzania, posing significant threats to livelihoods, security, and …
Facilitator and barrier perspectives on learning and implementing high-resolution anoscopy in Abuja, Nigeria: a qualitative study
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Megan E. Mansfield, Connor R. Volpi, Chama John
BACKGROUND: Early detection and treatment of anal precancer via high resolution anoscopy (HRA) is paramount to prevent anal cancer, particularly for populations at heightened risk …
Personalized lead exposure information and preventive behaviors in Ivory Coast: Insights from a pilot study
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Véronique Gille, Flore Gubert, Camille Saint-Macary
Lead (Pb) exposure is a major global health concern, particularly for young children, yet awareness of the risks is low. Pb-based paint remains a significant …
Variability and trend analysis of rainfall and temperature in Bure Zuria District, Northwestern Ethiopia
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Esubalew Molla, Yoseph Melka
Climate change is one of the foremost hurdles confronting the globe in the 21st century, primarily driven by human activities.. This study aimed to analyze …
The multisystemic roots of South African child and youth resilience: A scoping review
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Linda Theron, Adrian D. van Breda
INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: A multisystemic approach to researching resilience investigates resources across multiple systems, including biological, psychological, social, institutional, structural, environmental, and cultural systems, with …
A descriptive phenomenological study of school-related gender-based violence: lived experiences of symbolic violence, harassment, and systemic complicity in a mixed secondary school in Nairobi, Kenya
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Aggrey Gisiora Mokaya, Gideon Kikuvi, Joseph Mutai
BACKGROUND: School-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) affects students' mental health, academic performance, and overall well-being. This study explored the lived experiences of adolescents facing SRGBV in …
Nuclear track autoradiography for radon-related radiobiological hazards in Abu-Sannan Petroleum Area, Egypt
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Aya Abdelrazk, Hagar Ahmed, A. H. El-Farrash
Abstract Abu-Sannan Petroleum Area (ASPA) is situated in Egyptian Western Desert and presents a suitable site for oil exploration. This study aimed to evaluate the …
Peer-learning and support among health policy and systems research actors in West Africa: a social network analysis
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Selina Defor, Fidele Kanyimbu Mukinda, Fadima Yaya Bocoum
BACKGROUND: Health policy and systems research (HPSR) is vital for strengthening health systems, yet its development in West Africa remains constrained by limited capacity. To …
Decentralisation in Action: Understanding Organisational Culture and Employee Performance in Local Governments – A Multicontext Review for Advancing Sustainable Development Goal 16
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Aisha Asiimwe, Tom Ongesa Nyamboga, Asuma Nchanga Cornellius
In this narrative review, we examine the role of organisational culture in shaping employee performance within local governments, addressing a critical gap in synthesised evidence …
Hygienic practices and associated factors in slaughterhouses and meat retail shops in Hawasa City, Ethiopia
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Lakew Desta Zewude, Embialle Mengistie, Amanuel Ejeso
BACKGROUND: In developing countries, animals are often slaughtered and dressed in unsanitary settings, thus endangering the microbiological quality and safety of the meat obtained. In …
Water pollution and cattle health risks in the Akaki River Catchment, Central Ethiopia: implications for one-health
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Jirata Shiferaw Abosse, Samuel Assefa, Zerihun Teketel
This study examines the toxic effects of river pollution on cattle health in Akaki River Catchment, central Ethiopia. Water and blood samples were collected from …
Lysozyme and Bacillus subtilis improve growth performance, nutrient utilization, physiological stress indices, intestinal integrity, and gene expression of heat-stressed broilers
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Ahmed M. Elbaz, Gomaa Said Ramadan, Ahmed Ateya
Feed additives play a crucial role in enhancing the poultry's overall performance, whether by meeting their needs or helping to overcome various challenges, especially during …
Experimental and numerical optimization of pressurized air vessel performance for water hammer mitigation
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A. M. Hamed, A. M. Abdulaziz
Controlling water hammer pressure is essential, necessitates a transient surge analysis to identify critical pressure points along a pipeline system. A pressurized air vessel is …
Power dynamics in African spirituality and disability: The South African context
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Sifiso Emmanuel Mbelu
Background: This article explores the interplay between disability, spirituality and belonging within African spirituality in South Africa. It examines how power dynamics shape the experiences …
Enhanced artificial satellite search algorithm with memory and evolutionary operator for PID controller parameter estimation
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Mohamed Issa
The effective tuning of Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) controllers is crucial for industrial process control, but achieving optimal parameters for complex systems remains challenging. The recent Artificial …