Beauty Isn't Always Better: How Salesperson Attractiveness Affects Consumers' Approach Behaviors
ABSTRACT This research examines how a consumer's committed romantic relationship influences their decision to approach an attractive salesperson in a retail environment. To date, the majority of research espouses the benefits of salesperson attractiveness in enhancing consumers' perceptions of the salesperson and the represented retailer.
Veronica L. Thomas +2 more
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Physical crowding truncates intrinsic Lévy-like motility into caste-specific movement regimes in social termites. [PDF]
Bai ZD +5 more
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Abstract Deep brain stimulation (DBS) effectively treats motor symptoms in movement disorders but often compromises speech through incompletely defined mechanisms. We conducted a PROSPERO‐registered systematic review and meta‐analysis of publications through August 2024 (CRD42024527738).
Elina Tripoliti +15 more
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Community-informed design of personalized patient-facing materials to facilitate ED-initiated treatment of opioid use disorder. [PDF]
Nath B +13 more
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Unveiling New Perspectives on the Hirota–Maccari System With Multiplicative White Noise
ABSTRACT In this study, we delve into the stochastic Hirota–Maccari system, which is subjected to multiplicative noise according to the Itô sense. The stochastic Hirota–Maccari system is significant for its ability to accurately model how stochastic affects nonlinear wave propagation, providing valuable insights into complex systems like fluid dynamics
Mohamed E. M. Alngar +3 more
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Research on hybrid cloud resource scheduling optimization algorithm based on EMPA-ASA. [PDF]
Zhang Z, Gao J, Liu R, Tao Q.
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ABSTRACT We develop a unified mathematical framework extending classical moment theory from discrete integer orders to a continuous spectrum of real orders f>0$$ f>0 $$, providing a systematic statistical characterization of complex systems exhibiting power‐law behavior.
Farrukh A. Chishtie
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Optimization of split-ring resonator slots using levy-opposition-enhanced Newton Raphson method for high-gain UWB Vivaldi antenna design. [PDF]
Özmen H +4 more
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Psychosocial Determinants of Pain in Muscle Biopsy
ABSTRACT Introduction/Aims Open muscle biopsy (OMB) is a key diagnostic tool for neuromuscular diseases, though patients often worry about risks and discomfort. This study aimed to assess pain during and after OMB, factors influencing pain perception, and adverse events.
Beatrice Labella +11 more
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Designing a communication strategy to promote Alzheimer's disease prevention: The CULTIVAMENTE campaign. [PDF]
Aravena JM +10 more
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