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Dietary fibre supplementation enhances radiotherapy tumour control and alleviates intestinal radiation toxicity. (2024)
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THEN, C.K., PAILLAS, S., MOOMIN, A., et al. 2024. Dietary fibre supplementation enhances radiotherapy tumour control and alleviates intestinal radiation toxicity. Microbiome [online], 12, article number 89. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40168-024-01804-1

Non-toxic approaches to enhance radiotherapy outcomes are beneficial, particularly in ageing populations. Based on preclinical findings showing that high-fibre diets sensitised bladder tumours to irradiation by modifying the gut microbiota, along wit... Read More about Dietary fibre supplementation enhances radiotherapy tumour control and alleviates intestinal radiation toxicity..

Investigating practice integration of independent prescribing by community pharmacists using normalization process theory: a cross-sectional survey. (2024)
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KARIM, L., MCINTOSH, T., JEBARA, T., PFLEGER, D., OSPREY, A. and CUNNINGHAM, S. [2024]. Investigating practice integration of independent prescribing by community pharmacists using normalization process theory: a cross-sectional survey. International journal of clinical pharmacy [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11096-024-01733-x

Independent prescribing (IP) has not been extensively investigated in community pharmacy (CP). Normalization Process Theory (NPT) constructs help explain how interventions are integrated into practice and include: 'coherence' (understanding), 'cognit... Read More about Investigating practice integration of independent prescribing by community pharmacists using normalization process theory: a cross-sectional survey..

Entrepreneurship under patriarchy: the intersecting forces characterising everyday life for Nigeria's women entrepreneurs. (2024)
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ONOSHAKPOR, C., CUNNINGHAM, J. and GAMMIE, E. [2024]. Entrepreneurship under patriarchy: the intersecting forces characterising everyday life for Nigeria's women entrepreneurs. International journal of entrepreneurial behavior and research [online], EarlyCite. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJEBR-04-2023-0334

Nigeria presents something of an entrepreneurial paradox. Women in entrepreneurship dominate the economy, yet patriarchal structures dominate society. This article investigates how patriarchal factors impact entrepreneurial processes, in turn, creati... Read More about Entrepreneurship under patriarchy: the intersecting forces characterising everyday life for Nigeria's women entrepreneurs..

Formation integrity evaluation for geosequestration of CO2 in depleted petroleum reservoirs under cyclic stress conditions. (2024)
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AMINAHO, E.N., HOSSAIN, M., FAISAL, N.H. and SANAEE, R. 2024. Formation integrity evaluation for geosequestration of CO2 in depleted petroleum reservoirs under cyclic stress conditions. Geoenergy science and engineering [online], 238, article 212892. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.geoen.2024.212892

The geological storage of carbon dioxide (CO2), also referred to as CO2 geosequestration, represents one of the most promising options for reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. However, most of the time, CO2 is captured with small amounts of o... Read More about Formation integrity evaluation for geosequestration of CO2 in depleted petroleum reservoirs under cyclic stress conditions..

A review of deep learning methods for digitisation of complex documents and engineering diagrams. (2024)
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JAMIESON, L., MORENO-GARCIA, C.F. and ELYAN, E. 2024. A review of deep learning methods for digitisation of complex documents and engineering diagrams. Artificial intelligence review [online], 57(6), article number 136. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10462-024-10779-2

This paper presents a review of deep learning on engineering drawings and diagrams. These are typically complex diagrams, that contain a large number of different shapes, such as text annotations, symbols, and connectivity information (largely lines)... Read More about A review of deep learning methods for digitisation of complex documents and engineering diagrams..

Training for recovery: impact of sprint interval training on recovery dynamics and aerobic performance in kickboxing athletes. (2024)
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HALL, A., WILLIAMS, A.K. and BABRAJ, J. 2024. Training for recovery: impact of sprint interval training on recovery dynamics and aerobic performance in kickboxing athletes. Journal of science in sports and exercise [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s42978-023-00273-6

Recovery within and between rounds is crucial to combat sports performance. We sought to determine whether sprint interval training (SIT) improves recovery dynamics and aerobic performance. Methods: Eleven male kickboxing athletes (26 ± 5 years; body... Read More about Training for recovery: impact of sprint interval training on recovery dynamics and aerobic performance in kickboxing athletes..

Remaining useful life prediction and state of health diagnosis of lithium-ion batteries with multiscale health features based on optimized CatBoost algorithm. (2024)
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ZHOU, Y., WANG, S., XIE, Y., ZENG, J. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2024. Remaining useful life prediction and state of health diagnosis of lithium-ion batteries with multiscale health features based on optimized CatBoost algorithm. Energy [online], 300, article number 131575. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2024.131575

Due to the large-scale application of electric vehicles, the remaining service life prediction and health status diagnosis of lithium-ion batteries as their power core is particularly important, and the essence of RUL prediction and SOH diagnosis is... Read More about Remaining useful life prediction and state of health diagnosis of lithium-ion batteries with multiscale health features based on optimized CatBoost algorithm..

High precision state of health estimation of lithium-ion batteries based on strong correlation aging feature extraction and improved hybrid kernel function least squares support vector regression machine model. (2024)
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FENG, R., WANG, S., YU, C., HAI, N. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2024. High precision state of health estimation of lithium-ion batteries based on strong correlation aging feature extraction and improved hybrid kernel function least squares support vector regression machine model. Journal of energy storage [online], 90(A), article number 111834. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2024.111834

The state of health (SOH) of lithium-ion batteries plays a crucial role in maintaining the stability of electric vehicle systems. To address the issue of low accuracy in existing prediction models, this article introduces an enhanced grey wolf algori... Read More about High precision state of health estimation of lithium-ion batteries based on strong correlation aging feature extraction and improved hybrid kernel function least squares support vector regression machine model..

Protecting the integrity of children and young people's nursing as a distinct field of practice. (2024)
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GARROW, A., BAILEY, K., BROWN, J., CLARKE, S., CAREY, M., NEILL, S., TODD, D. and FALLON, D. 2024. Protecting the integrity of children and young people's nursing as a distinct field of practice. Nursing children and young people [online], In Press. Available from: https://doi.org/10.7748/ncyp.2024.e1512

At certain points in nursing history, it has been necessary to make a case for children and young people to be cared for by specialist nurses educated to meet their specific needs. However, in 2018 the updated Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) stan... Read More about Protecting the integrity of children and young people's nursing as a distinct field of practice..

Improved multiple feature-electrochemical thermal coupling modeling of lithium-ion batteries at low-temperature with real-time coefficient correction. (2024)
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WANG, S., GAO, H., TAKYI-ANINAKWA, P., GUERRERO, J.M., FERNANDEZ, C. and HUANG, Q. 2024. Improved multiple feature-electrochemical thermal coupling modeling of lithium-ion batteries at low-temperature with real-time coefficient correction. Protection and control of modern power systems [online], 9(3), pages 157-173. Available from: https://doi.org/10.23919/PCMP.2023.000257

Monitoring various internal parameters plays a core role in ensuring the safety of lithium-ion batteries in power supply applications. It also influences the sustainability effect and online state of charge prediction. An improved multiple feature-el... Read More about Improved multiple feature-electrochemical thermal coupling modeling of lithium-ion batteries at low-temperature with real-time coefficient correction..

Nondestructive quantitative measurement for precision quality control in additive manufacturing using hyperspectral imagery and machine learning. (2024)
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YAN, Y., REN, J., SUN, H. and WILLIAMS, R. 2024. Nondestructive quantitative measurement for precision quality control in additive manufacturing using hyperspectral imagery and machine learning. IEEE transactions on industrial informatics [online], Early Access. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/TII.2024.3384609

Measuring the purity of the metal powder is essential to maintain the quality of additive manufacturing products. Contamination is a significant concern, leading to cracks and malfunctions in the final products. Conventional assessment methods focus... Read More about Nondestructive quantitative measurement for precision quality control in additive manufacturing using hyperspectral imagery and machine learning..

Optimized common features selection and deep-autoencoder (OCFSDA) for lightweight intrusion detection in Internet of things. (2024)
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OTOKWALA, U., PETROVSKI, A. and KALUTARAGE, H. [2024]. Optimized common features selection and deep-autoencoder (OCFSDA) for lightweight intrusion detection in Internet of things. International journal of information security [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10207-024-00855-7

Embedded systems, including the Internet of Things (IoT), play a crucial role in the functioning of critical infrastructure. However, these devices face significant challenges such as memory footprint, technical challenges, privacy concerns, performa... Read More about Optimized common features selection and deep-autoencoder (OCFSDA) for lightweight intrusion detection in Internet of things..

A novel least squares support vector machine-particle filter algorithm to estimate the state of energy of lithium-ion battery under a wide temperature range. (2024)
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HAO, X., WANG, S., FAN, Y., LIU, D., LIANG, Y., ZHANG, M. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2024. A novel least squares support vector machine-particle filter algorithm to estimate the state of energy of lithium-ion battery under a wide temperature range. Journal of energy storage [online], 89, article number 111820. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2024.111820

The state of energy (SOE) is a key indicator for lithium-ion battery management systems (BMS). Based on the second-order resistance-capacitance equivalent circuit model and online parameter identification using the dynamic weights particle swarm opti... Read More about A novel least squares support vector machine-particle filter algorithm to estimate the state of energy of lithium-ion battery under a wide temperature range..

The application of antimicrobial stewardship knowledge to nursing practice: a national survey of United Kingdom pre‐registration nursing students. (2024)
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COURTENAY, M., HAWKER, C., GALLAGHER, R., SUNTER, M. et al. 2024. The application of antimicrobial stewardship knowledge to nursing practice: a national survey of United Kingdom pre-registration nursing students. Journal of advanced nursing [online], Early View. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.16195

To assess student nurses understanding and skills in the application of antimicrobial stewardship knowledge to practice. Five hundred and twenty three student nurses responded across 23 UK universities. Although students felt prepared in competencies... Read More about The application of antimicrobial stewardship knowledge to nursing practice: a national survey of United Kingdom pre‐registration nursing students..

How long do you think? Unresponsive dying patients in a specialist palliative care service: a consecutive cohort study. (2024)
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O'CONNOR, T., LIU, W.-M., SAMARA, J., LEWIS, J. and PATERSON, C. 2024. How long do you think? Unresponsive dying patients in a specialist palliative care service: a consecutive cohort study. Palliative medicine [online], Ahead of Print. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1177/02692163241238

Predicting length of time to death once the person is unresponsive and deemed to be dying remains uncertain. Knowing approximately how many hours or days dying loved ones have left is crucial for families and clinicians to guide decision-making and p... Read More about How long do you think? Unresponsive dying patients in a specialist palliative care service: a consecutive cohort study..

The best place to be a veteran(?): an examination of the current veteran experience within the United Kingdom. (2024)
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JOHNSTONE, H. 2024. The best place to be a veteran(?): an examination of the current veteran experience within the United Kingdom. Journal of veterans studies [online], 10(2), pages 90-101. Available from: https://doi.org/10.21061/jvs.v10i2.536

With the recent North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) publication reviewing veterans' experiences across the member states, there is a need to examine the veteran perspective within the United Kingdom (UK). A unique relationship between the four... Read More about The best place to be a veteran(?): an examination of the current veteran experience within the United Kingdom..

Dose-response modelling of resistance exercise across outcome domains in strength and conditioning: a meta-analysis. (2024)
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SWINTON, P.A., SCHOENFELD, B.J. and MURPHY, A. 2024. Dose-response modelling of resistance exercise across outcome domains in strength and conditioning: a meta-analysis. Sports medicine [online], Latest Articles. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-024-02006-3

Resistance exercise is the most common training modality included within strength and conditioning (S&C) practice. Understanding dose-response relationships between resistance training and a range of outcomes relevant to physical and sporting perform... Read More about Dose-response modelling of resistance exercise across outcome domains in strength and conditioning: a meta-analysis..

An exploration of people living with Parkinson's experience of cardio-drumming: Parkinson's Beats: a qualitative phenomenological study. (2024)
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IRONS, J.Y., WILLIAMS, A., HOLLAND, J. and JONES, J. 2024. An exploration of people living with Parkinson's experience of cardio-drumming: Parkinson's Beats: a qualitative phenomenological study. International journal of environmental research and public health [online], 21(4), article number 514. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph21040514

Research has shown that physical activity has a range of benefits for people living with Parkinson's (PLwP), improving muscle strength, balance, flexibility, and walking, as well as non-motor symptoms such as mood. Parkinson's Beats is a form of card... Read More about An exploration of people living with Parkinson's experience of cardio-drumming: Parkinson's Beats: a qualitative phenomenological study..

Engineering triple-phase interfaces around the anode toward practical alkali metal-air batteries. (2024)
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GE, B., HU, L., YU, X., WANG, L., FERNANDEZ, C., YANG, N., LIANG, Q. and YANG, Q.-H. 2024. Engineering triple-phase interfaces around the anode toward practical alkali metal-air batteries. Advanced materials [online], Early View. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202400937

Alkali metal-air batteries (AMABs) promise ultrahigh gravimetric energy densities, while the inherent poor cycle stability hinders their practical application. To address this challenge, most previous efforts are devoted to advancing the air cathodes... Read More about Engineering triple-phase interfaces around the anode toward practical alkali metal-air batteries..

Ultra-processed foods and human health: an umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. (2024)
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DAI, S., WELLENS, J., DUTHIE, S., LI, X., et al. 2024. Ultra-processed foods and human health: an umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. Clinical nutrition [online], 43(6), pages 1386-1394. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2024.04.016

Ultra-processed food (UPF) intake has increased sharply over the last few decades and has been consistently asserted to be implicated in the development of non-communicable diseases. We aimed to evaluate and update the existing observational evidence... Read More about Ultra-processed foods and human health: an umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence..