Energy Use and Demand Prediction Using Time-Series Deep Learning Forecasting Techniques: Application for a University Campus by Bivin Pradeep, Parag Kulkarni, Farman Ullah, Abderrahmane Lakas

“…We analyse the different parameter optimisers and history window lengths to select a better hyper-parameter set for accurate energy use and demand prediction. …”
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Efficacy of Once Daily Darunavir/Ritonavir in PI-Naïve, NNRTI-Experienced Patients in the ODIN Trial by Anna Maria Geretti, Mathe Moeketsi, Ralph Demasi, Yvon van Delft, Perry Mohammed

“…DRV/r 800/100 mg OD in combination with ≥2 optimised NRTIs led to virological suppression <50 copies/mL in 82% of NNRTI-experienced, PI-naïve patients by week 48.…”
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Bio-synthesised nanoparticles employment for eliminating metals from wastewater via implementation of a three level Box-Behnken technique by P. Jyolsna, V. Gowthami, A. Hajeera Aseen

“…Abstract The objective of the present study is to optimise the removal of metals such as aluminium, zinc, and copper from industrial wastewater using green-synthesised nanoadsorbents. …”
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Achieving near-zero energy in hot climates: Retrofitting building envelopes for existing homes by Mohammed A Aloshan

“…The final phase integrated photovoltaic (PV) cells into the optimised model to generate sufficient energy, thereby attaining near-zero energy consumption annually. …”
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Development of an Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay Based on a Monoclonal Antibody for the Rapid Detection of Citrinin in Wine by Xingdong Yang, Yang Qu, Chenchen Wang, Lihua Wu, Xiaofei Hu

“…The reaction conditions for the indirect competitive ELISA (<i>ic</i>-ELISA) were optimised, and an <i>ic</i>-ELISA method for detecting CIT was preliminarily established. …”
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Bifunctional copper ion/melittin incorporated hydrogel with antimicrobial and antioxidant capabilities for infected skin wound healing by Jun Yao, Xiao Li, Minjie Lin, Zhuoqi Han, Xiaonan Wang, Jingjing Guo, Bing Wu, Jiajie Xia

“…Melittin (MEL) is then loaded to prepare a SA@Cu-MEL hydrogel. We optimised the sodium alginate and Cu2+ and MEL concentrations in SA@Cu-MEL hydrogels using Response Surface Methodology method. …”
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Laser scribed proton exchange membranes for enhanced fuel cell performance and stability by Jianuo Chen, Xuekun Lu, Lingtao Wang, Wenjia Du, Hengyi Guo, Max Rimmer, Heng Zhai, Yuhan Liu, Paul R. Shearing, Sarah J. Haigh, Stuart M. Holmes, Thomas S. Miller

“…This study presents an innovative approach to enhance HT-PEMFC performance through membrane modification using picosecond laser scribing, which optimises the three-phase interface by forming a graphene-like structure that mitigates PA leaching. …”
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Optimum design of wind turbine foundation according to rebar detailing by Italo Linhares Salomão, Placido Rogério Pinheiro, Napoleão Vieira Nepomuceno, Gabriel Xavier Santiago Marinho, Matheus Martins Palmela Bastos de Oliveira, Joel J.P.C. Rodrigues, Bruno Ricardo de Almeida

“…This research proposes a Mixed Integer Linear Programming model to assist structural engineers in the reinforcement detailing phase of circular foundations, with a specific focus on wind tower foundations, aiming to optimise the design process and, consequently, reduce the costs associated with constructing these elements. …”
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Fixed-Bed Adsorption for the Removal of Iron and Manganese onto Palm Fruit Bunch and Maize Cob by Mamdouh M. Nassar, Kamal T. Awida, Ebrahiem E. Ebrahiem, Yehia H. Magdy, Mansour H. Mehaedi

“…The Empty Bed Residence Time (EBRT) model, used for optimising the adsorbent exhaustion rate and the time required for influent to fill the column, was also considered.…”
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Building Creative Capacity Building in University Graduates: What we can learn from boids and voids by McWilliam Erica

“…This paper draws on recent computing and social organizational research to open up new possibilities for constructing learning environments that optimise opportunities for university students (and, indeed, their teachers) to work as members of dynamic creative teams. …”
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Parallel Mesh Adaptive Techniques for Complex Flow Simulation: Geometry Conservation by Angelo Casagrande, Pénélope Leyland, Luca Formaggia

“…Dynamic mesh adaptation on unstructured grids, by localised refinement and derefinement, is a very efficient tool for enhancing solution accuracy and optimising computational time. One of the major drawbacks, however, resides in the projection of the new nodes created, during the refinement process, onto the boundary surfaces. …”
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Lightweight Small Target Detection Algorithm Based on YOLOv8 Network Improvement by Xiaoyi Hao, Ting Li

“…The modules have been designed to optimise feature extraction and improve model efficiency. …”
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Enhancing end-of-life care practices on the medicine units: perspectives from nurses and families by Julie C Reid, Deborah J Cook, Neala Hoad, Anne Boyle, Rajendar Hanmiah, Lucinda Landau

“…While most often a sombre event, opportunities exist to optimise the experience both for the dying patient and their loved ones. …”
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Optimizing irrigation scheduling for maize based on soil moisture threshold and water consumption intensity by LIANG Xue, XUE Bing, LI Fangfang, CUI Yirui, MA Yangtao, WEI Changzhou, JIANG Yan

“…This paper proposes a method to optimise irrigation scheduling for maize cultivation in this region. …”
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Reaction Kinetics of Sodium Bentonite with Different Acid Systems: An Experimental Study by Yang Li, Xiaoming Ni, Zheng Zhao, Cixiang Yang, Zhongcheng Li

“…The research results provide experimental support for optimising the formulation of such acid solutions.…”
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Preparation, Characterisation and Application of Metal-Doped Carbons for Hydrogen Cyanide Removal by P.A. Barnes, M.J. Chinn, E.A. Dawson, P.R. Norman

“…In-depth studies varying the synthesis parameters were performed with the aim of optimising the manufacturing process. Significant HCN adsorption capacity was developed which exceeded that of the current best available ASC-type carbons.…”
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Large Traumatic Pneumatocele in a 2-Year-Old Child by N. K. Cheung, A. James, R. Kumar

“…This case adds further evidence to the current literature that significantly large traumatic pneumatoceles with failure of initial conservative management warrant surgical exploration and management to optimise recovery and prevent complications.…”
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Width Optimization of Array Electrode for Human Lung Electrical Resistance Tomography System Based on prior Knowledge by Liqing Xiao

“…On this basis, the electrode width of the FEM was optimised by comparing the morbidity degrees of the sensitivity matrix and Hessian matrix, the uniformity of sensitivity distribution, and the quality of reconstructed images, which can improve the accuracy of solving the inverse problem significantly.…”
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Tracking Performance Studies for Future Circular Collider (FCCee) with CLD Detector by Sadowski Gaelle, Andrea Jeremy, Besson Auguste, El Bitar Ziad

“…This study provides valuable insights into optimising the design parameters of the FCCee detector to achieve high tracking performance, contributing essential information for the ongoing FCCee feasibility study and future collider detector development.…”
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Camera, Set, Action: Process Innovation for Film and TV Production by Ouyang Chun, Wang Kenneth, Hofstede Arthur ter, Rosa Marcello La, Rosemann Michael, Shortland Katherine, Court David

“…There is an opportunity to bring process innovation into this industry, which can streamline and optimise film production processes and thus reduce production costs.…”
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