Enhancing signal-to-noise ratio in real-time LED-based photoacoustic imaging: A comparative study of CNN-based deep learning architectures by Avijit Paul, Srivalleesha Mallidi

“…Notably, hierarchical depth variations did not significantly impact performance, emphasizing the efficacy of the standard U-Net architecture for practical applications. Moreover, the study underscores the importance of evaluating robustness to diverse noise distributions, with Dense U-Net and R2 U-Net demonstrating resilience to Gaussian, salt and pepper, Poisson, and Speckle noise types. …”
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Analyzing Rail Traffic Diversion Based on Machine Learning Technique considering Transportation Security by Jing Luo, Dai Zhou, Wenjun Ma, Guohua Zhao

“…Finally, Guangzhou Rail Transit Line 3 is considered an example, and the diversion route planning and design are performed according to the constructed diversion transfer probability model to verify the effectiveness and practicability of the model. The research provides an effective theoretical basis and technical reference for other cities to perform rail traffic diversion planning. …”
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Omnichannel marketing and beacon technologies: experience and prospects in Europe by A. A. Sazonov, M. V. Sazonova

“…The authors established that under the influence of modern digital marketing technologies, it is necessary to redefine the disparate points of contact with customers that affect the process of consumer engagement and profit generation due to the use of various Omnichannels. Developing practical aspects of the Omnichannel retail strategy put forward by Yu. …”
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Analiza kakovosti strokovnih usposabljanj na področju digitalizacije poslovanja v izbranem javnem zavodu [Analysis of Professional Training in Business Digitalisation at a Selected... by Dobruša Lipovž, Melita Moretti

“…The results of the analysis will be of practical assistance for managers of human resources and the management of the selected public institute, other organisations, as well as researchers, who can carry out additional research on the basis of the findings of this research and additional selected data. …”
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The effect of liquidity risk, capital and third-party fund on bank performance with credit risk as intervening variable: Cases in conventional Bank in Indonesia by Sutrisno Sutrisno

“…Besides that, this research uses multiple regression analysis, so that future researchers can research further by adding variables that influence profitability and can use panel data regression analysis. Practical implications – It is hoped this research can be used by bank management in its efforts to increase profitability by considering four variables that influence it and shows the role of credit risk in mediating the influence of independent variables on profitability. …”
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Prevalence and features of allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, United States, 2016-2022. by Kaitlin Benedict, Jeremy A W Gold, Mitsuru Toda, Joy Hsu

“…To estimate national ABPA prevalence among patients with asthma or cystic fibrosis, characterize ABPA testing practices, and describe ABPA clinical features, treatment, and 6-month outcomes. …”
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SPECIFIC FEATURES OF POWER CONSUMPTION OF LED DEVICES AND ACCOUNTING THEM IN CALCULATION OF ELECTRICAL NETWORKS by V. N. Radkevich, Ya. V. Michailova

“…The analysis of experimental data demonstrated that due to the drivers in the specified voltage range the active power consumed by light devices remains practically unchanged. The reactive power of LED devices depends on the supplied voltage and is capacitive in its nature. …”
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Beyond consciousness: Ethical, legal, and social issues in human brain organoid research and application by Masanori Kataoka, Takuya Niikawa, Naoya Nagaishi, Tsung-Ling Lee, Alexandre Erler, Julian Savulescu, Tsutomu Sawai

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Lieu, genre et mémoire orale : l’histoire oubliée de l’arrivée des maquis au Val d’Aran vécue et racontée par les femmes by Mireia Boya-Busquet, Rosa Cerarols-Ramirez

“…The objective and contribution of this research is thus the recollection of testimonies of the immaterial patrimony and the study of everyday life practices from a gender point of view in a key historical moment of the valley history. …”
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Research on Optimal Design of Pressure Relief Blasting Parameters of Middle Rock Pillar in Near Vertical Coal Seam by Yadi Wang, Shiqi Yu, Hai Rong, Liting Pan

“…Through 9 groups of orthogonal tests, the optimal combination of the three indexes is 6 kg charge, 150 mm hole diameter and 10 m hole row spacing. The practical engineering application results of the combination are tested by downhole transient electromagnetic detection (TEM), and it is found that the pressure relief effect is obvious. …”
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COMPLEX FOR MONITORING OF SEWAGE OPTICAL DENSITY CHANGES by V. A. Alekseev, V. P. Usoltcev, S. I. Yuran, D. N. Shulmin

“…Article contains theoretical and practical technical sentences on creation of an optoelectronic complex of monitoring of emergency discharge of pollution in sewage of the enterprises.The relevance of the task of monitoring of sewage on existence of emergency clots in sewage for saving water sources is shown. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Financial Flows in the Healthcare Systems of Germany, Austria and Czechia: Opportunities for Savings and Assessing the Tax-Like Nature of Health Insurance C... by Mini, Patrick

“…Leveraging digital health technologies and fostering transparency in healthcare financing are critical for achieving systemic savings and equity. Practical relevance/social implications: This study highlights the importance of tailored financial reforms to address demographic shifts and rising healthcare costs. …”
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Forensic classification of narcotic drugs by R. L. Stepaniuk, S. M. Lozova

“…Currently, there are significant gaps in this issue due to the use of different approaches to its construction, which causes difficulties in conducting scientific research and in practical activities aimed at solving and investigating criminal offences. …”
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Factors influencing adherence to dietary recommendations for type 2 diabetes mellitus and their impact on disease control: A cross-sectional study by Harsh K. Patel, Sumit V. Unadkat, Bela A. Patel, Dipesh V. Parmar

“…Therefore, the objectives of this study were to assess the level of adherence to the diet, to find out the association between dietary practices and disease profile, and to explore the reasons behind not adhering to the recommended diet. …”
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Three-Dimensional Finite Difference Analysis on the Ground-Sequential Tunneling-Superstructure Interaction by Ali Lakirouhani, Reyhaneh Jafari, Hadi Hasanzadehshooiili

“…In this paper, a three-dimensional finite difference analysis is presented to investigate the interactive effects of sequential tunneling and the superstructure on the settlement profile of the ground. To simulate the practical sequential tunneling procedure, tunnel excavation is conducted in a step-by-step framework; tunnel excavation starts from the beginning of the model and is updated in a continuous manner, and the installation of the tunnel support system is done with a delay step compared to tunnel excavation. …”
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Determinants of construction project delay and its effect on project beneficiaries: evidence from the Gurage Zone, Ethiopia by Endalkachew Kabtamu Mekonen, Tasew Shedaga, Matiyos Sahle

“…This study contributes valuable insights that can inform project planning and management practices to mitigate delays and maximize socio-economic benefits for project beneficiaries.…”
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Comparing the effects of smartphone-based and face-to-face education on the quality of life and coping skills among patients with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled trial by Elahe Baharian, Shahla Abolhassani, Arash Najimi, Fereshteh Ashtari

“…Face-to-face (F2F) education is effective and practical as it allows for more engagement and active learning. …”
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The impact of internet use on physical activity among Chinese older adults: the mediating role of social support by Yifei Shen, Yifei Shen, Chuntian Lu, Bin Wang

“…Additionally, the SPSS macro PROCESS is used to test the mediation effect, examining the mediating role of social support in this relationship.ResultOur research findings indicate the following: (1) Internet use significantly and positively predicts physical exercise among the old adults; (2) Social support exerts a positive influence on physical exercise in this population; and (3) Social support partially mediates the relationship between internet use and physical exercise among the old adults.ConclusionThe study concludes that increasing Internet penetration among the old adults is of great practical significance in expanding their social support network and promoting physical activity. …”
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Assessing climate sensitivity of the Upper Indus Basin using fully distributed, physically-based hydrologic modeling and multi-model climate ensemble approach by Hamna Hasan, Muhammad Zia ur Rahman Hashmi, Syed Imran Ahmed, Muneer Anees

“…More flood defense and storage structures are needed to improve management practices in the downstream areas, particularly during wet and dry years.…”
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THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV by Zarema R. Khamzatova

“…The main idea of the cycle is the belief in the courage, resilience, and sense of justice of the people who managed to endure these terrible years and return to their homeland with honour. Practical implications. The research findings can be applied in lectures and seminars on museum studies and cultural studies, in conducting tours in art galleries, and in compiling a catalogue of R. …”
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