Novel transfer learning approach for hand drawn mathematical geometric shapes classification by Aneeza Alam, Ali Raza, Nisrean Thalji, Laith Abualigah, Helena Garay, Josep Alemany Iturriaga, Imran Ashraf

“…Experimental results illustrate that using the CnN-RFc method, the Light Gradient Boosting Machine (LGBM) algorithm surpasses state-of-the-art approaches with high accuracy scores of 98% for hand-drawn shape classification. …”
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Investigation of a transformer-based hybrid artificial neural networks for climate data prediction and analysis by Shangke Liu, Ke Liu, Zheng Wang, Yuanyuan Liu, Bin Bai, Rui Zhao

“…While they have achieved some success, these models still face issues such as complexity, high computational cost, and insufficient handling of multivariable nonlinear relationships.MethodsIn light of this, this paper proposes a hybrid deep learning model based on Transformer-Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)-Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) to improve the accuracy of climate predictions. …”
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RGB-T Object Detection With Failure Scenarios by Qingwang Wang, Yuxuan Sun, Yongke Chi, Tao Shen

“…Currently, RGB-thermal (RGB-T) object detection algorithms have demonstrated excellent performance, but issues such as modality failure caused by fog, strong light, sensor damage, and other conditions can significantly impact the detector's performance. …”
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How faculty with critical care specialties learn in a university hospital: a qualitative phenomenological study by Hyeyoon Jeong, Hyena Cho, Kyoung-Woo Seo, Janghoon Lee, Miran Kim, Jihye Yu

“…This study highlights their capacity for agency and potential, offering a perspective beyond previous research that has primarily focused on their hardships. By shedding light on their workplace learning from an insider’s view and underscoring the need to support professional development in these high-stakes fields, our findings suggest theoretical and practical interventions to foster the mutual growth of faculty and hospital organisations.…”
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Yoon Suk Yeol’s policy towards Japan: Reasons for changing approach and prospects by К. V. Asmolov, О. S. Pugacheva

“…In conclusion, assessments are presented regarding the prospects for Yoon’s pro-Japanese course and relations between Seoul and Tokyo, including in light of the results of the parliamentary elections that took place in the ROK on April 10, 2024.…”
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Surgical Outcomes of a Second Ahmed Glaucoma Valve Implantation in Asian Eyes with Refractory Glaucoma by Sze Chuan Ong, Maria Cecilia Aquino, Paul Chew, Victor Koh

“…Failure was defined as IOP ≥5 mmHg and ≤21 mmHg, reoperations for IOP-related indications, removal of second AGV implant, or loss of light perception. Postoperative complications were included as secondary outcomes. …”
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Combining zinc oxide nanoparticles with green and novel nanocomposites for enhanced oil recovery in porous media by considering asphaltene deposition and production parameters by Meysam Hemmati, Yaser Ahmadi

“…The performance of zinc oxide nanofluids in enhanced oil recovery techniques has not been thoroughly studied before, but our attempt aims to provide light on how zinc oxide may boost oil recovery by altering reservoir properties. …”
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Breaking linear scaling relationships in oxygen evolution via dynamic structural regulation of active sites by Zheye Zhang, Hongyan Zhao, Shibo Xi, Xiaoxu Zhao, Xiao Chi, Hong Bin Yang, Zhongxin Chen, Xiaojiang Yu, Yang-Gang Wang, Bin Liu, Peng Chen

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Optimizing Polar Air Traffic: Strategies for Mitigating the Effects of Space Weather‐Induced Communication Failures Poleward of 82°N by Dabin Xue, Zhizhao Liu, Donghe Zhang, Cheng‐Lung Wu, Jian Yang

“…We believe that this study can shed light on the effects of space weather‐induced communication failures on polar flight operations and provide guidance for mitigating these effects in the aviation industry.…”
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Childbirth experience assessment tools based on COSMIN guidelines: A systematic review by Yifan Cheng, Ruxue Bai, Siyu Shan, Xinmiao Zhao, Chunling Xia

“…None of the tools reported measurement error, cross-cultural validity, or responsiveness. In light of the questionable or unreported content validity of the tools, the evidence quality was deemed moderate or below. …”
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Application of the Flux-Variance Technique for Evapotranspiration Estimates in Three Types of Agricultural Structures by Ori Ahiman, Yonatan Mekhmandarov, Moran Pirkner, Josef Tanny

“…Measurements were carried out in three types of agricultural structures: (i) a banana plantation in a light-shading (8%) screenhouse (S1), (ii) a pepper crop in an insect-proof (50-mesh) screenhouse (S2), and (iii) a tomato crop in a naturally ventilated greenhouse with a plastic roof and 50-mesh screened sidewalls (S3). …”
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Recent Developed Strategies for Enhancing Chondrogenic Differentiation of MSC: Impact on MSC-Based Therapy for Cartilage Regeneration by Kangkang Zha, Zhiqiang Sun, Yu Yang, Mingxue Chen, Cangjiang Gao, Liwei Fu, Hao Li, Xiang Sui, Quanyi Guo, Shuyun Liu

“…Traditional treatment methods are not able to achieve satisfactory repair effects, and the development of tissue engineering techniques has shed new light on cartilage regeneration. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are one of the most commonly used seed cells in cartilage tissue engineering. …”
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Methylation of 45S Ribosomal DNA (rDNA) Is Associated with Cancer and Aging in Humans by Fengqing Shao, Xiaoqi Liu, Xianzhi Zhang, Qi Wang, Wencai Wang

“…The finding of rDNA methylation also implies its potential application as an epigenetic biomarker in the diagnosis of cancer and aging. This work will shed light on our understanding of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and aging from the perspective of rDNA methylation.…”
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Models of Historical Memory and past Representation of Vilnius University in the 19th-20th Centuries by Alfredas Bumblauskas

“…This interpretation is contrary to the traditional Lithuanian model of historical memory; it sheds a different light on the Lithuanian Poles and phenomena of Polish culture (including Vilnius University), interpreting them as part of the self-identity of Lithuanian culture. …”
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High-efficiency biodegradation of crude oil and p-hydroxybenzoic acid by Acinetobacter haemolyticus JS-1: Integrated characterization and genomic analysis by Weiyi Tao, Jijie Lu, Junzhang Lin, Mingshan Ding, Weidong Wang, Shuang Li

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Anti-angiogenic effects of cationic zinc (II) phthalocyanine derivatives through photodynamic therapy by Seyma Isik, Mukaddes Ozcesmeci, Ayfer Kalkan Burat, Esin Hamuryudan, Ozge Can, Muge Serhatli

“…Both the ZnPcs demonstrated minimal cytotoxicity in the absence of light, confirming their safety as photosensitizers. …”
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Spectrum-specific encephalography standardized low-resolution brain electromagnetic tomography network and gray matter correlations in vascular dementia patients by Yan Lv, Huijuan Chen, Zhiyan Sui, Yingliu Huang, Shixiong Huang, Feng Chen, Guoqiang Wen

“…The spectrum-specific standardized low-resolution brain electromagnetic tomography analysis and connectivity network analysis could shed light on the neuromodulator targets in the early phase of dementia.…”
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Variable domain mutational analysis to probe the molecular mechanisms of high viscosity of an IgG1 antibody by Jing Dai, Saeed Izadi, Jonathan Zarzar, Patrick Wu, Angela Oh, Paul J. Carter

“…An extensive mutational analysis was undertaken of the complementarity-determining region residues residing in hydrophobic surface patches predicted by spatial aggregation propensity, in conjunction with residue-level solvent accessibility, averaged over conformational ensembles from molecular dynamics simulations. Dynamic light scattering (DLS) was used as a medium throughput screen for self-interaction of ~ 200 anti-GCGR IgG1 variants. …”
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Genome resource banking in the family Felidae by S. Ya. Amstislavsky, V. I. Mokrousova, V. V. Kozhevnikova, E. A. Kizilova, E. Yu. Brusentsev, K. A. Okotrub, V. A. Naprimerov, S. V. Naidenko

“…Different methods of frozen-thawed spermatozoa and embryonic viability testing were used in this study, including vital staining and subsequent fluorescent and light microscopy, and heterologous in vitro fertilization.…”
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The Muscadine Grape (Vitis rotundifolia Michx) by Peter C. Andersen, Ali Sarkhosh, Dustin Huff, Jacque Breman

“…Skin color ranges from light bronze to pink to purple to black. Flesh is clear and translucent for all muscadine grape berries. …”
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