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ISSN 2707-7799 · Erbil Polytechnic University · 341 artikel di indeks
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Continuous Light and Pinealectomy: Two Models of Melatonin Deficiency Revealing Distinct Interactions with Vitamin D Deficiency on Blood Parameters
Modern lifestyles reduce sunlight exposure and increase artificial light at night, potentially promoting vitamin D deficiency (VDD) and melatonin (MEL) suppression. The two hormones regulate immunity, erythropoiesis, and platelet (PLT) indices, but their combined hematological effects are not well…
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Snail-shell-derived biochar for the adsorption of petroleum pollutants from wastewater: Perspective from computational studies
Para-chlorophenols (PCPs) are toxic and persistent, chlorinated aromatics that are prevalent in industrial and petroleum-contaminated wastewater, which has serious environmental and health impacts because of their bioaccumulative and recalcitrant properties. The study aims to design and test…
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A DFT study of Mg/Ti Fluorites-Structure Materials: Optoelectronic, Photocatalysis, and Hydrogen storage applications
This study employs density functional theory (DFT) to investigate the fluorite-derived tetragonal hydride MgTiH4, highlighting its multifunctionality for energy-related applications. Structural optimization reveals lattice constants of a = b = 3.15 Å and c = 4.70 Å, with a unit cell volume of 46.59…
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Petroleum Potential of the Middle–Late Jurassic Source Rocks (Sargelu and Naokelekan Formations) in the Kurdistan Region, Northern Iraq.
This study evaluates the petroleum generating potential of the Middle-Late Jurassic Sargelu and Naokelekan Formations across distinct tectonic zones in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq. Source rock quality is assessed through geochemical analyses of organic matter (OM) quantity, type, thermal maturity…
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Fabrication of WS₂ Thin Films via Spray Pyrolysis with Comprehensive Structural, Electrical, and Chemoresistive Analyses toward NO₂ Detection
Nanostructured metal sulphides are gaining attention as potential materials for resistive chemical sensors due to their high electrical conductivity and chemical stability compared to metal oxides. Among these, tungsten disulfide (WS₂), a transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD), stands out because of…
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Characterization of Physical and Structural Properties in a Quaternary Li2O-B2O3-Bi2O3-V2O5 Glass System
Borate-based glasses modified with alkali oxides are of considerable interest due to their tunable structural and optical properties, which are important for optical and energy storage applications. In this work, glasses with a novel nominal composition of xLi2O-(75-x) B2O3—20Bi2O3—5V2O5, in which…
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Enhancing the Capability of A Hybrid TWDM/PON Using Waveguide-Integrated Si/2D Material-Based Photodetector with the Most Suitable Metal-2D Material-Metal (M-2DM-M) Configuration
In the proposed work, a novel architecture of a 10-channel hybrid time-wavelength division multiplexing/passive optical network (TWDM/PON) system is investigated for different data rates: low data rate (2.5 Gbps) and high data rate (10 Gbps) using different two-dimensional (2D) material-based…
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Mechanisms of Vascular Acetylcholine Reactivity in Cardiac Hypertrophy: The Role of Calcium Channels and Endothelial PI3K/AKT/eNOS Signaling in Rats
Cardiac hypertrophy alters vascular function and promotes myocardial damage via oxidative stress and inflammation, with calcium channels and the PI3K/AKT/eNOS signalling pathway being pivotal in vascular reactivity. Nonetheless, their precise role in acetylcholine (ACh)-mediated vascular responses…
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Explainable AI Framework for Stage-Specific Drug Doses Prediction in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Multi-Algorithm Comparison with Adverse Event Prediction
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects medication dose safety due to altered pharmacokinetics. Current clinical decision support systems lack stage-specific personalization and explainability. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the appropriate medications and doses for chronic kidney disease…
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Flexural Behavior of Double-Layer Concrete Beams Composed of Normal and Steel Fiber-Reinforced Concrete
This investigation studies the flexural performance of double-layer reinforced concrete beams composed of ordinary concrete and steel fiber reinforced concrete (SFRC). The study evaluates the effects of bottom layer thickness, shear span ratio (a/d) and straight steel fiber volume fraction on…
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CURRENT AND EMERGING PLASMODIUM FALCIPARUM MALARIA DIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIES: PERFORMANCE, FEASIBILITY, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS
Introduction and Objectives: Malaria remains a life-threatening medical emergency, particularly in Plasmodium falciparum infections, with 282 million cases and approximately 610,000 deaths recorded globally in 2024. Accurate laboratory diagnosis is critical, yet conventional methods including…
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Fluorescence-Based Methods for the Determination of Selected β-Lactam Antibiotics (Amoxicillin, Cefixime, and Cephalexin): A Review
β-Lactam antibiotics constitute one of the most extensively prescribed classes of antimicrobial agents in human and veterinary medicine. However, their widespread use has raised growing concerns regarding antibiotic resistance, drug safety, and the presence of residual antibiotics in pharmaceutical…
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Toward Reliable Compressive Strength Prediction of Marble Powder-Blended Concrete: Comparative Machine Learning and SHAP-Based Interpretability
The production of conventional concrete has a significant impact on the environment, primarily due to the cement (C) component. To mitigate this impact, binders with reduced environmental footprints were used in concrete mixtures as a partial replacement for C, including powders of industrial…
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Forecasting Monthly Rainfall in the Pirmam area, Kurdistan Region, Iraq: A Machine Learning Approach.
Agriculture, emergency preparedness, and water resource management all depend on accurate rainfall forecasts. This study investigates how well machine learning models predict monthly rainfall in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, specifically in the Pirmam area. Historical weather data was analyzed…
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Advanced Ni-Co and Sn-based alloys electrodeposition from Aqueous and Deep Eutectic Solvents
Electrodeposition is a pivotal technique in materials science, enabling the fabrication of metal and alloy coatings with tailored properties for diverse industrial applications. Traditional aqueous electrolytes, while widely used, present limitations such as narrow electrochemical windows, hydrogen…
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Screening of Elevated Blood Pressure in Patients Attending Endodontic Clinics: A Cross-Sectional Study
One of the most important cardiovascular conditions that account for the highest mortality rate around the world is Hypertension. It is defined as a condition where systolic and diastolic blood pressure values are ≥ 140 mmHg and ≥ 90 mmHg, respectively, or a use of antihypertensive drug is being…
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Synergistic Effects of Nano-Additives and Aggregate Type on the Mechanical and Hydraulic Performance of Pervious Concrete Pavements
Increasing demands for sustainable urban infrastructure have made pervious concrete emerge as a promising pavement material due to its ability to combine load-bearing capacity with stormwater infiltration. This paper explores the synergetic effect of nanomaterials on the mechanical, hydraulic and…
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First Use of the KU-F600 Automated Analyzer for Descriptive Epidemiology of Blastocystis Sp. in Erbil, Iraq.
Blastocystis is a common protozoan parasite of the gastrointestinal tract. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, risk factors, and potential pathogenicity of Blastocystis sp. in Erbil province, Iraq, using the KU-F600 Automated Feces Analyzer (AFA).Notably, this is the first study to use…
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Nanotechnology in Wastewater Treatment: Efficiency Review, Cost Analysis, and Reusing
The increasing worldwide water shortage demands the immediate implementation of advanced, sustainable wastewater treatment solutions. Nanotechnology provides promising options through nanomaterials, including metal oxides, magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs), and carbon-based composites, which show high…
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An Ensemble Approach for Detection of Malicious URLs Using SOM and Tabu Search Optimization
Abstract: The fast spread of malicious URLs is a significant risk to online safety, since it makes assaults like spam, phishing, virus distribution, and vandalism of websites easier to carry out. The dynamic nature of these threats makes traditional detection techniques unable to keep up. Enhanced…