This paper presents a novel design for uplift piles incorporating a composite-anchor system.The composite-anchor system consists of steel strands, a non-expansion grouting body, and a high-strength steel pile.The aim of this design is to enhance the mechanical performance, durability, and economic efficiency of uplift piles.To evaluate the performa
Examining the cost burden of dietary supplements in older adults: an analysis from the AAA longroad study
Abstract Background The use of dietary supplements (DS) has steadily increased over the last several decades, particularly among older adults, contributing to the growth of the multibillion-dollar DS industry.The cost of prescription medication is a known contributor to medication nonadherence, yet the cost burden of DS among older adults is not we
Review on uncertainty of the first-flush phenomenon in diffuse pollution control
Abstract Several definitions and criteria of the first-flush are being used to assess and control the nonpoint source (diffuse) pollution.The common consensus is that the first-flush is Vitamin E generally noticed in the small catchments (e.g.10 ha) without on-site monitoring being conducted.However, it is also recommended to come up with a simplis
Next-generation sequencing yields the complete mitochondrial genome of Rhodoprasina callantha (Lepidoptera: Sphingidae) and its evolutionary status
In this study, we sequenced and analyzed the complete mitochondrial genome of Rhodoprasina callantha Jordan, 1929.The complete mitochondrial genome sequence of R.callantha was 15,343 bp in size and encoded 13 protein-coding genes Fly Mesh Protection (PCGs), two ribosomal RNA genes (rRNA), 22 transfer RNA genes (tRNA) and one control region (CR).The