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Mechanisms of distinct activated carbon and biochar amendment effects on petroleum vapour biofiltration in soil

. . Bushnaf KM, Mangse G, Meynet P, Davenport RJ, Cirpka OA, Werner D. . Environ Sci Process Impacts. 2017 Oct 18;19(10):1260-1269. doi: 10.1039/c7em00309a. Abstract We studied the effects of two percent by weight activated carbon versus biochar amendments in 93 cm long sand columns on the biofiltration of petroleum vapours released by a non-aqueous …

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Adverse effects of exposure to armed conflict on pregnancy: a systematic review

. . Keasley J, Blickwedel J, Quenby S. . BMJ Glob Health. 2017 Nov 28;2(4):e000377. doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2017-000377. 2017. Abstract INTRODUCTION: Exposure to armed conflict has manifold implications for both military and civilian populations. Prenatal stress has detrimental effects on both obstetric outcomes, fetal development and the development of an individual later in life. As well …

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The Syrian Refugees’ Need for Trauma-Based Services, a Survey of Mental Health Professionals

. . Abdul-Hamid W, Hughes JH, Morgan S. . Psychiatr Danub. 2018 Jul;30(Suppl 5):249-252. Abstract BACKGROUND: Trauma Aid UK (previously HAP UK &Ireland) conducted three EMDR trainings in Turkey: the first was in Istanbul on 28(th)November 2013. AIM: The purpose of this study is to assess the needs of the Syrian Refugees for trauma services …

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Accomplishments and challenges in tobacco control endeavors – Report from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries

. . Awan KH, Hussain QA, Khan S, Peeran SW, Hamam MK, Hadlaq EA, Bagieh HA. . Saudi Dent J. 2018 Jan;30(1):13-18. doi: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2017.08.003. Epub 2017 Sep 23. Abstract OBJECTIVES: To review the tobacco governance and national responsibility for control, and existing countering measures to reduce the tobacco use among the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) …

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Poly(benzoxazine-f-chitosan) films: The role of aldehyde neighboring groups on chemical interaction of benzoxazine precursors with chitosan

. . Alhwaige AA, Ishida H, Qutubuddin S. . Carbohydr Polym. 2019 Apr 1;209:122-129. doi: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.01.016. Epub 2019 Jan 6. Abstract This study reports the preparation and characterizations of chitosan-azomethine derivatives containing oxazine ring as new crosslinked polymers. The novel chitosan derivatives have been prepared by functionalization with reactive benzoxazine precursors. Two types of aldehyde-terminated …

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Overview of the Clinical Benefits Using the Different Diode Laser Wavelengths in Treatment of the Mucocele: Clinical Cases Report Review

. . Agoob Alfergany M, Alaijah F. . Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg. 2020 Aug;38(8):497-506. doi: 10.1089/photob.2019.4717. Abstract Objective: Diode laser has a wide range of wavelengths that may render the absorption effect and interaction with the tissue is different. Based on available evidences, the aim of this review is to critically evaluate the use of …

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Using Zoo Welfare Assessments to Identify Common Issues in Developing Country Zoos

. . Ward SJ, Williams E, Groves G, Marsh S, Morgan D. . Animals (Basel). 2020 Nov 12;10(11):2101. doi: 10.3390/ani10112101. Abstract Zoo animal welfare is a high priority for many institutions worldwide, with modern zoos now ensuring that animals are housed and cared for to the highest standards. However, in countries where this knowledge is …

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Driving forces and decoupling indicators for carbon emissions from the industrial sector in Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia

. . Engo J. . Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2021 Mar;28(12):14329-14342. doi: 10.1007/s11356-020-11531-3. Epub 2020 Nov 18. Abstract North Africa currently accounts for about 40% of Africa’s total CO(2) emissions, and the industrial sector is one of the energy-intensive sectors in the region. To this end, special attention should be paid to this region …

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Prevalence of malocclusion in urban libyan preschool children

. . Bugaighis I. . J Orthod Sci. 2013 Apr;2(2):50-4. doi: 10.4103/2278-0203.115085. Abstract OBJECTIVES: This cross-sectional observational study aimed at quantifying primary dentition parameters and exploring differences in those parameters between included age groups. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The examined sample comprised 800 preschool children, 3- to 5-year-old in Benghazi city, of which 500 fulfilled the …

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