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    • Accurate citation is crucial for scientific integrity.
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    • To provide a correction for a specific article DOI.
    • To ensure the accuracy of the scientific literature.

    Main Methods:

    • Identification of the incorrect DOI.
    • Issuance of a formal correction notice.

    Main Results:

    • The article DOI has been corrected.
    • Ensured the integrity of the scholarly record.

    Conclusions:

    • The correction facilitates proper referencing.
    • Upholds the standards of scientific publishing.