Global weak solutions to degenerate coupled transport processes in partially saturated deformable elastic-inelastic porous media

In this work we prove the existence of global weak solutions to a degenerate and strongly coupled parabolic system arising from the transport processes through partially saturated deformable porous materials.The hygro-thermal model is coupled with quasi-static evolution equations modeling elastic and inelastic mechanical deformations.Physically rel

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The Effect of Narrative on Physical Activity via Immersion During Active Video Game Play in Children: Mediation Analysis

BackgroundActive video games (AVGs) can increase physical activity (PA) and help produce higher physiological expenditure.Animated narrative videos (NVs) possess unique immersive and motivational properties.When added to AVGs, they have been found to increase moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) as opposed to the original no video conditio

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Barriers in Accessing Social Welfare Benefits for Families of Children With Intellectual and Developmental Disorders in Rural Karnataka: A Situation Analysis

Background: Several government schemes exist for the welfare of families having children with intellectual and developmental disorders (IDDs) in India.However, these schemes are often not utilized.An understanding of the barriers to access these social welfare benefits, especially in rural areas of India, can aid in planning social action toward th

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