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Accelerating techniques on nested decomposition
(2017)In this paper, we consider the nested decomposition method in the context of multistage stochastic problems with scenario trees where we contribute with improvements in accelerating convergence to optimum. We first propose ... -
Adding monoglycerides containing short and medium chain fatty acids to milk replacer: effects on health and performance of preweaned calves
(2020)The aim of this trial was to investigate the effects of a blend of monoglycerides of short- and medium-chain fatty acids (SMCFA) on health status and growth of preweaned male calves from 16 to 72 days of age. The in vivo ... -
Address and involvement in e-books about COVID-19 for young children: an analysis of the visual mode
(2022)COVID-19 e-books have emerged as means for communicating information about coronavirus and the resulting disease to children during the pandemic. This material is multimodal, with images forming the most prevalent and ... -
Adherence to oral anticoagulation in ischemic stroke patients with atrial fibrillation
(2021)Background: Non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOAC) have superior safety and comparable efficacy profile compared to vitamin-K antagonists (VKAs), with more convenient dosing schemes. However, issues with ... -
The affective impact of sightseeing bus tour experiences: using Affective Events Theory (AET) to examine length-of-stay and electronic word-of-mouth
(2022)This study investigates the key components and influences of positive affect and electronic word-of-mouth (eWOM) on tourist visits at two developing urban destinations, namely Birmingham, United Kingdom and Valencia, Spain. ... -
Analysis of soil eDNA functional genes: potential to increase profitability and sustainability of pastoral agriculture
(2016)Management of soil biological resources to optimise plant production, efficiency of nutrient inputs, and system sustainability is an emerging opportunity for pastoral agriculture. To achieve these goals, suitable tools ... -
Analysis of the dynamic air conditioning loads, fuel consumption and emissions of heavy-duty trucks with different glazing and paint optical properties
(2022)The European transportation sector employs 10 million people and accounts for 4.6% of the European Union GDP. Due to climate change, this workforce is increasingly affected by high temperatures and radiant loads, particularly ... -
Assessing the association between breastfeeding, type of childbirth and family structure with childhood obesity: results from an observational study among 10–12 years old children
(2022)This study examined the association between breastfeeding, type of childbirth, and family structure with childhood obesity. During 2014–2016, 1728 Greek students attending primary schools and their parents were enrolled. ... -
Assessment of TREM2 rs75932628 variant’s association with Parkinson’s disease in a Greek population and Meta-analysis of current data
(2021)Background: Α number of genetic variants are considered to confer susceptibility to Parkinson’s disease (PD). Rs75392628 (R47H), a rare variant of TREM2 gene, has been linked to PD, although its role on PD remains conflicting. ... -
Association between white matter lesions and Parkinson’s disease: an impact on Postural/Gait difficulty phenotype and cognitive performance
(2022)Background: White matter hyperintensities (WMHs) may be observed on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in patients with Parkinson disease with or without vascular risk factors. Whether WMHs may influence motor and non-motor ... -
Bioethics in human embryology: the double-edged sword of embryo research
(2022)There has been a significant increase in the use of assisted reproductive therapies (ARTs) over the past several decades, allowing many couples with infertility to conceive. Despite the achievements in this field, a mounting ... -
Body mass index in patients with Multiple Sclerosis: a meta-analysis
(2019)Background: The impact of nutrition and diet on the etiology of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has been evaluated through a number of studies. Only a limited number reported findings on the association between body mass index ... -
Brain volume dynamics in multiple sclerosis. A case-control study
(2019)Objectives: In this study, we aimed to explore the extent and clinical relevance of brain volume dynamics in relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). Methods: Sixty-three patients with RRMS with a disease duration ... -
Branch and price for covering shipments in a logistic distribution network with a fleet of aircraft
(2018)We consider the problem of covering a set of shipments in a logistic distribution network with a fleet of aircraft. The aim is to cover as many shipments as possible, while also minimizing the number of aircraft utilized ... -
The bright side of consumers’ opinions of improving reverse logistics decisions: a social media analytic framework
(2022)Mitigating wastes, manufacturers must make the best decisions when it comes to reusing and recycling returned products. As unsatisfactory products are not going to be bought by customers, managers would be faced with a ... -
A bulletin from Greece: a health system under the pressure of the second COVID-19 wave
(2021)In this article, we analyze the cascade of events since the beginning of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in Greece, with emphasis on the crisis' management so as to preserve the functionality of the national ... -
Burnout and associated factors among Greek substance use disorder treatment providers during economic crisis
(2021)Crisis and austerity in Greece could have influenced the risk of burnout among substance use disorder treatment providers. We aimed to investigate the prevalence of burnout and its associated factors among Greek substance ... -
Capturing the untold: photography as a tool for empowering children to interpret their embodied experiences in museums
(2017)Children’s museums and exhibitions designed for children are well-thought adult projects; however, children rarely participate in the design process. Visual research methods can provide a remedy for this scarcity of ... -
Chain-loaded variable resistance warm-up improves free-weight maximal back squat performance
(2016)The acute influence of chain-loaded variable resistance exercise on subsequent free-weight one-repetition maximum (1-RM) back squat performance was examined in 16 recreationally active men. The participants performed either ...