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Building a new house? These budgeting tips could come in handy
When it comes to building a home, there is no escaping the expenditure. The ones who have been there, say that you have no idea where the money is flowing. But then, if you have a proper plan in hand, you can keep everything within your budget. Having said that cost-cutting doesn’t mean you should…
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Thermal treatment of water-soluble particles formed by compounds composed of carbon nanobelts and C60 molecules
Abstract It was previously shown that spherical particles are self-assembled by compounds composed of C60-(6,6)CNB-C60, where CNB stands for “carbon nanobelt”, by mixing two individual solutions of C60 and (6,6)CNB molecules dissolved in 1,2-dichlorobenzene at room temperature. The particles are monodisperse in water thanks to their high absolute value of the zeta potential in water.…
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Predicting survival of advanced laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma: comparison of machine learning models and Cox regression models
Abstract Laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC) is a common tumor type. High recurrence rates remain an important factor affecting the survival and quality of life of advanced LSCC patients. We aimed to build a new nomogram and a random survival forest model using machine learning to predict the risk of LSCC progress. The study included…
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Visit Fort Dodge receives sports grant from state
Visit Fort Dodge has again been named a Regional Sports Authority District by the Iowa Tourism Office. The Regional Sports Authority District (RSAD) program encourages tourism in Iowa by funding projects that relate to the active promotion of non-professional sporting events in the state. Awards this year increased to $70,00, up from $50,000 previously, and…
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Imagining the future of optical microscopy: everything, everywhere, all at once
Abstract The optical microscope has revolutionized biology since at least the 17th Century. Since then, it has progressed from a largely observational tool to a powerful bioanalytical platform. However, realizing its full potential to study live specimens is hindered by a daunting array of technical challenges. Here, we delve into the current state of live…
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Thanksgiving Charity Basketball Shootout To Raise Funds for Food Giveaway
photo by: Shelley Hanson Preparing for the Thanksgiving Charity Basketball Shootout, slated for 6 p.m. Nov. 5 at The Highlands Sports Complex, are, from left, Nick Nardo, athletic director for Union Local Schools; Zac Shutler, superintendent of Union Local Schools; Wheeling resident Owens Brown; the Rev. Darrell Cummings; Nelson Croft, manager of the Ohio County…
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Ensure these lifestyle changes that may help boost fertility
New Delhi: There are several lifestyle factors, which can influence the quality and quantity of your sperm, which, in turn, affects the chances of a healthy pregnancy. By making informed choices and understanding how these factors affect your reproductive system, you can take steps to enhance your chances of conceiving a child. Dr. Nikitha Murthy,…
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Negaunee Public Schools makes national television
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> Negaunee Public Schools took full advantage when offered the chance to be in the national spotlight. The “Today” show invited the Negaunee High School football Miners the chance to be on the final edition of the segment “Friday Morning Lights,” which has been featured this autumn. The school district said yes…
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Fitness Factory excited to add cryotherapy chamber
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> Fitness Factory has been open under owner Ryan Troutman for over two years. The gym offers classes, personal training at all fitness levels, tanning booths, saunas and a soon-to-be-installed cryotherapy chamber. The cryotherapy chamber is set to be installed once building modifications can be made. Its benefits include pain relief, reduced…
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Blue Earth Area’s Armstrong nets state consolation tennis crown
Addison Armstrong <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> MINNEAPOLIS — Blue Earth Area senior netter Addison Armstrong exited the Reed-Sweatt Tennis Center on Friday with the Class A individual state tennis meet’s singles consolation championship. Armstrong demonstrated her tenacity by rebounding from a 6-1, 6-0 first-round loss to Pine City’s Brooke Boland during opening-round action Thursday by…