A Two-Zone Multigrid Model for SI Engine Combustion Simulation Using Detailed Chemistry by Hai-Wen Ge, Harmit Juneja, Yu Shi, Shiyou Yang, Rolf D. Reitz

“…An efficient multigrid (MG) model was implemented for spark-ignited (SI) engine combustion modeling using detailed chemistry. The model is designed to be coupled with a level-set-G-equation model for flame propagation (GAMUT combustion model) for highly efficient engine simulation. …”
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Switching Algorithm with Prediction Strategy for Maximizing Lifetime in Wireless Sensor Network by Chuan-Jun Yi, Geng Yang, Hua Dai, Liang Liu, Ning Li

“…A distributed version of our algorithm, called DSAPS, is also designed. Simulation results demonstrate that our algorithms outperform existing methods in terms of network lifetime, maximum level of the routing tree, energy expenditure of switching, energy expenditure of data collection in each round, and rate of convergence.…”
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Hyperspectral Band Selection with Unique Pixel Extraction and Adaptive Neighbor Clustering by Bing Han, Mingqing Liu, Zhenyu Ma, Ke Zhang, Yanke Xu, Jingyu Wang, Qi Wang

“…Second, an adaptive neighbor clustering method is designed based on the unique pixels, which groups bands into several clusters through optimizing the graph structure under label smoothness. …”
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Development a forward-reverse network optimization model with delay reduction and multistage fuzzy demand satisfaction policy by Vajiheh Torkian, Amir Shojaie, Omid Boyer Hassani

“…In this paper, a forward- reverse multi-product and multi-period network is designed under the condition of uncertainty in the demand parameter. …”
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A-RPL: Routing Algorithm with the Ability to Support Mobility in Internet of Things Networks by Forough Fazli, Maisam Mansubbassiri, Farshad Babazadeh

“…RPL (Routing Protocol for Low Power & Lossy Networks) is one of the famous routing protocols is proposed for internet of things networks. This protocol is designed specifically for Internet of Things networks with fixed nodes, so we developed a new routing algorithm called A-RPL to support mobility and solved some challenges caused by mobility. …”
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A Collaborative and Scalable Geospatial Data Set for Arctic Retrogressive Thaw Slumps with Data Standards by Yili Yang, Heidi Rodenhizer, Brendan M. Rogers, Jacqueline Dean, Ridhima Singh, Tiffany Windholz, Amanda Poston, Stefano Potter, Scott Zolkos, Greg Fiske, Jennifer Watts, Lingcao Huang, Chandi Witharana, Ingmar Nitze, Nina Nesterova, Sophia Barth, Guido Grosse, Trevor Lantz, Alexandra Runge, Luigi Lombardo, Ionut Cristi Nicu, Lena Rubensdotter, Eirini Makopoulou, Susan Natali

“…We also proposed a Data Curation Framework as a working standard for RTS digitisations. This dataset is designed to be comprehensive, accessible, contributable, and adaptable for various RTS-related studies. …”
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Analysis of malondialdehyde and ferric reducing ability of plasma in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients in Lucknow city, India by Mohammad Zaid Kidwai, Roshan Alam, Haseeb Ahsan, Mohammad Mustufa Khan, Saba Khan

“…Increased oxidative stress leads to oxidative damage of biomolecules and decreased antioxidant capacity. Aim: The study was designed to determine the malondialdehyde (MDA) and ferric reducing ability of plasma (FRAP) in T2DM patients at IIMS&R Hospital, Lucknow. …”
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Wearable non-invasive neuroprosthesis for targeted sensory restoration in neuropathy by Noemi Gozzi, Lauren Chee, Ingrid Odermatt, Sanne Kikkert, Greta Preatoni, Giacomo Valle, Nikolai Pfender, Felix Beuschlein, Nicole Wenderoth, Carl Zipser, Stanisa Raspopovic

“…Electrical neural stimulation holds promise to restore sensations, but its efficacy and benefits in PN damaged nerves are yet unknown. We designed a wearable sensory neuroprosthesis (NeuroStep) providing targeted neurostimulation of the undamaged nerve portion and assessed its functionality in 14 PN participants. …”
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Copper Sulfide Catalyzed Porous Fluorine-Doped Tin Oxide Counter Electrode for Quantum Dot-Sensitized Solar Cells with High Fill Factor by Satoshi Koyasu, Daiki Atarashi, Etsuo Sakai, Masahiro Miyauchi

“…This solar cell device, which was fabricated with the presently designed porous-FTO counter electrode as the cathode and a PbS-modified electrode as the photoanode, exhibited a FF of 58%, which is the highest among PbS-based QDSSCs reported to date.…”
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Breakage of a Third Generation Gamma Nail: A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Takashi Iwakura, Takahiro Niikura, Sang Yang Lee, Yoshitada Sakai, Kotaro Nishida, Ryosuke Kuroda, Masahiro Kurosaka

“…This case shows that inadequate operation such as insufficient reduction of the trochanteric fracture may result in nonunion and implant breakage, even when using a high-strength, well-designed implant.…”
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Computational thinking for young indigenous learners in New Zealand by Wendy Fox‐Turnbull, Shaoqun Wu, Tiana Mayo, Matthew Stafford, Swati Gulati

“…Abstract Computational thinking, a key component for digital technologies, is defined as an approach to problem‐solving, designing computer systems, and understanding related human behaviours, while drawing on fundamental ideas of computing. …”
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Enhanced proteomic profiling of human plasma‐derived extracellular vesicles through charge‐based fractionation to advance biomarker discovery potential by Xianyi Su, Getúlio Pereira de Oliveira Júnior, Anne‐Lise Marie, Michal Gregus, Amanda Figueroa‐Navedo, Ionita C. Ghiran, Alexander R. Ivanov

“…The presented technique demonstrates the effective isolation and fractionation of EV sub‐populations based on their surface charge, which may potentially help enhance EV‐based diagnostics, biomarker discovery, and basic biology research. The method is designed to be straightforward, scalable, easy‐to‐use, and it does not require specialized skills or equipment.…”
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Reusable and robust fuzzy extractor for CRS-dependent sources by Yucheng Ma, Peisong Shen, Xue Tian, Kewei Lv, Chi Chen

“…Existing constructions of reusable and robust fuzzy extractors are all designed in the Common Reference String (CRS) model and work only for CRS-independent sources. …”
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Refreshable memristor via dynamic allocation of ferro-ionic phase for neural reuse by Jiangang Chen, Zhixing Wen, Fan Yang, Renji Bian, Qirui Zhang, Er Pan, Yuelei Zeng, Xiao Luo, Qing Liu, Liang-Jian Deng, Fucai Liu

“…Here, we demonstrate a rational device designed based on ferroionic CuInP2S6, to accomplish the neural reuse function, enabled by dynamic allocation of the ferro-ionic phase. …”
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D-mannose-modified nanoliposomes enhance the targeted delivery of ovalbumin to improve its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and macrophage polarization effects by Jiahao Liao, Jianyu Huang, Xiaoyi Chi, Xiaoqiong Li, Jian Kuang, Jianqiang Li, Xiangyu Bian, Jinzhu Pang, Jinjun Li, Weiwei Wang

“…The nanoliposomes were designed with DSPE-PEG and DPPC to enhance the bioavailability and stability of OVA. …”
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Automated Zebrafish Spine Scoring System Based on Instance Segmentation by Wen-Hsin Chen, Tien-Ying Kuo, Yu-Jen Wei, Cheng-Jung Ho, Ming-der Lin, Huan Chen, Wen-Ying Lin

“…Taking advantage of advancements in deep learning technology, we propose an automatic method for detecting and recognizing zebrafish vertebrae of the images captured from image sensors to solve this problem. Our method was designed using Mask R-CNN as the instance segmentation backbone, enhanced with a mask enhancement module and a small object preprocessing approach to strengthen its detection abilities. …”
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Partial Discharge Detection from Large Motor Stator Slots Using EFPI Sensors by Jinlong Wang, Weizhong Sun, Jun Zhou, Lei Wang, Lianfei Chen, Pengcheng Chen, Qichao Chen, Weichao Zhang

“…A novel Extrinsic Fabry–Perot Interferometer (EFPI) sensor with a vibration-coupling air gap was designed to enhance the narrowband resonant detection sensitivity for PD ultrasonic signals by optimizing the diaphragm structure and coupling interface. …”
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Biopharmaceutical classification of desloratadine – not all drugs are classified the easy way by Berginc Katja, Sibinovska Nadica, Žakelj Simon, Trontelj Jurij, Legen Igor

“…The biopharmaceutical classification of drugs was designed as a basis for bio-waivers – a mechanism with the double ethical benefit of delivering new drug formulations to the market with less human testing and lower cost. …”
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South African strides towards attaining green analytical methods and a green environment for environmental analysis of pharmaceuticals by Lawrence Mzukisi Madikizela, Vusumzi Emmanuel Pakade

“…Thus far, there is limited work that was designed to fulfill the green chemistry initiatives while performing the analysis of pharmaceuticals in South African waters. …”
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Defining the complexities of an occupational pattern—A concept analysis and theoretical validation by Elin Granholm Valmari, Jesper Andersson, Anna Johansson, Ulla Nygren

“…The synthesis yielded a conceptualization of the concept of occupational pattern, outlining it into three overarching categories: ‘content in an individual’s occupational pattern’, ‘designing an occupational pattern’, and ‘balancing the occupational pattern’.Implications An updated operational definition of the multifaceted concept of an occupational pattern now exists, with practical implications for enhancing the education of occupational therapy students and guiding the utilization of the concept. …”
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