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Physics, Multidisciplinary
A. Omame, H. Rwezaura, M. L. Diagne, S. C. Inyama, J. M. Tchuenche
Summary: A mathematical model was used to analyze the co-interaction of COVID-19 and dengue transmission dynamics, showing that certain control strategies can significantly reduce co-infection cases and preventing dengue can avert a large number of new COVID-19 infections.
EUROPEAN PHYSICAL JOURNAL PLUS
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jung Ho Kim, Jiyeon Suh, Woon Ji Lee, Heun Choi, Jong-Dae Kim, Changsoo Kim, Jun Yong Choi, Ryeojin Ko, Heewon Kim, Jeehyun Lee, Joon Sup Yeom
Summary: The study evaluated the impact of introducing rapid diagnostic tests on the incidence and medical costs of Plasmodium vivax malaria in South Korea, finding that RDTs can significantly reduce malaria incidence and save medical costs. Cost-benefit analysis demonstrated that RDT implementation is more beneficial than using microscopy alone, supporting the widespread adoption of RDTs.
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Mathematical & Computational Biology
Yuyang Xiao, Juan Shen, Xiufen Zou
Summary: This study presents a mathematical model and dynamical analysis to quantify the hormesis of anti-tumor drugs and determine the critical threshold of antibody dose. The research reveals that low dose antibody promotes tumor growth while high dose antibody inhibits tumor growth. These findings provide suggestions for the appropriate drug dosage in the clinical treatment of cancer.
MATHEMATICAL BIOSCIENCES AND ENGINEERING
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Immunology
Hillary M. Topazian, Nora Schmit, Ines Gerard-Ursin, Giovanni D. Charles, Hayley Thompson, Azra C. Ghani, Peter Winskill
Summary: To improve the effectiveness of the RTS, S vaccine, it is necessary to scale up its implementation alongside existing interventions. The use of RTS, S results in reductions in malaria cases and deaths, especially when combined with 60% ITN use, increased ITN usage or a switch to PBO nets, and the introduction of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in eligible areas.
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Mathematics, Applied
Suvankar Majee, Soovoojeet Jana, T. K. Kar
Summary: The monkeypox outbreak in the UK has spread to every continent. A mathematical model using ordinary differential equations was developed to examine the transmission dynamics of monkeypox. The reproduction numbers for humans (R-0(h)) and animals (R-0(a)) were calculated using the next-generation matrix technique. The study found three equilibria depending on the values of R 0 h and R 0 a and investigated the stability of these equilibria. This is the first study to construct and solve an optimal monkeypox control strategy considering vaccination and treatment controls.
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Mathematics, Applied
D. A. Ammosov, A. V. Grigorev, N. V. Malysheva, . S. Zamorshchikova
Summary: This paper proposes a mathematical model for the interaction of two languages and uses coupled convection-diffusion-reaction equations to describe the dynamics and interaction. A multiscale approach is applied to deal with the heterogeneities associated with geography.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTATIONAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Babagana Modu, Nereida Polovina, Savas Konur
Summary: Despite global efforts, malaria remains a major health threat, with over 200 million cases and half a million estimated deaths globally. Africa accounts for almost 90% of these cases. Mathematical models have limitations in capturing heterogeneities in the population, hindering a comprehensive understanding of malaria dynamics. This paper proposes an agent-based modeling approach that allows for better understanding of malaria dynamics and outbreak patterns.
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Chemistry, Analytical
Sadeem S. Alkinani, Mohamed F. El-Amin, Tayeb Brahimi
Summary: Harvesting water from the atmosphere using porous materials is a new method for generating fresh water. This research presents a mathematical model to simulate and assess water moisture absorption in porous materials. The model accurately predicts the water content during the absorption process, showing that a shallower depth leads to a quicker absorption process.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingkui Yang, Tuanhui Jiang, Bujin Liu, Chun Zhang, Xiangbu Zeng, Li He, Wei Gong
Summary: This study investigated the bubble nucleation of polymer foams using nucleation theory and established a mathematical model based on in-situ observations and measurements. The effects of different factors on bubble nucleation were studied in experiments, leading to the development of a new mathematical model. The model can intuitively characterize the process of foaming nucleation and has potential applications in other nucleation processes.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
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Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
S. Kanwal, M. K. Siddiqui, E. Bonyah, K. Sarwar, T. S. Shaikh, N. Ahmed
Summary: In this study, a mathematical model of tuberculosis (TB) was analyzed using three numerical techniques, with the nonstandard finite difference (NSFD) scheme showing the best performance in terms of preserving model properties and convergence. The results confirmed that NSFD scheme converges for each step size and maintains numerical stability over a large area, while the other two schemes failed to preserve certain properties of the model.
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Engineering, Environmental
Yan Cao, Seyed Mehdi Seyed Alizadeh, Mohammad Taghi Fouladvand, Afrasyab Khan, Ali Taghvaie Nakhjiri, Zahra Heidari, Rasool Pelalak, Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan, Ahmad B. Albadarin
Summary: Nanoparticles were added to the solvent to enhance CO2 separation efficiency, leading to improved gas separation efficiency. The study showed that membrane gas separation using nanofluids is a promising approach for environmental applications.
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Mounir EL Marzak, Hamza Karim Serroukh, Mouhcine Benaicha, Adil Hafidi Alaoui, Yves Burtschell
Summary: Using recycled tires in concrete instead of natural aggregates can reduce the consumption of natural resources and pollution caused by the disposal of used tires. This study evaluated the thermal behavior of concrete made with rubber aggregates as a substitute for natural aggregates, and compared experimental and numerical methods to analyze the heat transfer time at high temperatures.
ADVANCES IN ENGINEERING SOFTWARE
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Mathematics
Kahsay Godifey Wubneh, Fitsum Mulaw Desta, Hafte Amsalu Kahsay
Summary: The study presents a mathematical model to analyze the dynamics of chewing Khat, focusing on the spread and stability of Khat chewers among different groups. Findings show a close relationship between the conversion rate and stability, highlighting the importance of understanding the dynamics of Khat chewing for public health interventions.
JOURNAL OF MATHEMATICS
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Antonio Marlon Barros Silva, Johne Jesus Mol Peixoto, Carlos Antonio Da Silva
Summary: This study proposes a new approach for RH degasser, which utilizes a shortened down leg length to achieve efficient desulfurization by allowing a large dispersion of slag into steel. Both physical and mathematical modeling were conducted and demonstrated that increasing circulation rate leads to enhanced emulsification. Computational fluid dynamics simulations were applied to an industrial unit and confirmed the effectiveness of the modified RH in entraining slag into steel.
METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS TRANSACTIONS B-PROCESS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS PROCESSING SCIENCE
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Yuanyuan Zou, Nadia Julie, Shiyuan Guo, Yexiao Tang, Hongying Zhang, Zhiyong Xu, Wanting Wu, Yueming Yuan, Zhibin Wu, Wenfeng Guo, Changqing Li, Xinan Huang, Qin Xu, Changsheng Deng, Jianping Song, Qi Wang
Summary: This meta-analysis aimed to analyze the effects of artemisinin and its derivatives as well as non-artemisinin drugs on gametocytes during the treatment of falciparum malaria. The results showed that artemisinin-based combination therapy had a significant effect in preventing gametocythemia, but did not control the recrudescence rate and overall cure.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
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Biology
S. P. Showa, F. Nyabadza, S. D. Hove-Musekwa, G. Magombedze
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Devyani Deshpande, Shashikant Srivastava, Moti Chapagain, Gesham Magombedze, Katherine R. Martin, Kayle N. Cirrincione, Pooi S. Lee, Thearith Koeuth, Keertan Dheda, Tawanda Gumbo
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Keertan Dheda, Laura Lenders, Gesham Magombedze, Shashikant Srivastava, Prithvi Raj, Erland Arning, Paula Ashcraft, Teodoro Bottiglieri, Helen Wainwright, Timothy Pennel, Anthony Linegar, Loven Moodley, Anil Pooran, Jotam G. Pasipanodya, Frederick A. Sirgel, Paul D. van Helden, Edward Wakeland, Robin M. Warren, Tawanda Gumbo
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Immunology
Gesham Magombedze, Jotam G. Pasipanodya, Shashikant Srivastava, Devyani Deshpande, Marianne E. Visser, Emmanuel Chigutsa, Helen McIlleron, Tawanda Gumbo
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Immunology
Jotam G. Pasipanodya, Wynand Smythe, Corinne S. Merle, Piero L. Olliaro, Devyani Deshpande, Gesham Magombedze, Helen McIlleron, Tawanda Gumbo
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2018)
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Immunology
Shashikant Srivastava, Devyani Deshpande, Gesham Magombedze, Tawanda Gumbo
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gesham Magombedze, Shigetoshi Eda, Judy Stabel
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gesham Magombedze, Shigetoshi Eda, Ad Koets
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
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Parasitology
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PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
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Biology
Gesham Magombedze, Jotam G. Pasipanodya, Tawanda Gumbo
Summary: The study proposes a new method combining mathematical modeling and machine learning to derive effective predictive biomarkers for tuberculosis long-term treatment outcomes. The new method demonstrated higher sensitivity and specificity compared to current methods, with a potential to accelerate evaluation of novel TB regimens and personalize therapy duration. These biomarkers have the potential to aid in better clinical trial designs and improve treatment outcomes in routine programs.
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(2021)
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Microbiology
Jotam G. Pasipanodya, Deborah Ogbonna, Beatriz E. Ferro, Gesham Magombedze, Shashikant Srivastava, Devyani Deshpande, Tawanda Gumbo
ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
(2017)
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Microbiology
Shashikant Srivastava, Gesham Magombedze, Thearith Koeuth, Carleton Sherman, Jotam G. Pasipanodya, Prithvi Raj, Edward Wakeland, Devyani Deshpande, Tawanda Gumbo
ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
(2017)
