A Novel Method for Economic Dispatch with Across Neighborhood Search: A Case Study in a Provincial Power Grid, China by Guojiang Xiong, Jing Zhang, Xufeng Yuan, Dongyuan Shi, Yu He, Yao Yao, Gonggui Chen

“…It is mathematically a typical complex nonlinear multivariable strongly coupled optimization problem with equality and inequality constraints, especially considering the valve-point effects. …”
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Towards an Optimal Energy Consumption for Unattended Mobile Sensor Networks through Autonomous Sensor Redeployment by Jian Chen, Jie Jia, Yingyou Wen, Dazhe Zhao

“…First, with the target area divided into several equal width coronas, we present a mathematical problem modeling sensor node layout as well as transmission pattern to maximize network coverage and reduce communication cost. …”
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Prediction of individual patient outcomes to psychotherapy vs medication for major depression by Devon LoParo, Boadie W. Dunlop, Charles B. Nemeroff, Helen S. Mayberg, W. Edward Craighead

“…Abstract Treatments for major depressive disorder (MDD) include antidepressant medications and evidence-based psychotherapies, which are approximately equally efficacious. Individual response to treatment, however, is variable, implying individual differences that could allow for prospective differential prediction of treatment response and personalized treatment recommendation. …”
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HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN THE SPACE OF INDICATORS OF THE INTERNATIONAL RATINGS by Dmitry A. Rubvalter, Yury S. Bogachyov, Valery P. Shestak

“…All orgraphs meet into the uniform center where the integrated index of innovative development is maximum and equal 100%. This model received the name «convergent model of indicative planning» – CMIР; the modelallows to choose priorities for concentration and the most effective use of resources of higher education institution that is necessary for active participation of higher education institutions in innovative development of Russia.…”
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Design of Ring-Focus Elliptical Beam Reflector Antenna by Jun-Mo Wu, Xue Lei, Dong-fang Zhou, Lei Hou, Hong-wei Chen

“…Ratio of the elliptical beam (ratio of 3 dB beam-width in φ=0° and φ=90° plane) is 2.6/1.4=1.85, substantially equal to designed ratio 2. Simulating and testing results match well, which testify the effectiveness of this design method.…”
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Fatty Acid Content in Biomasses: State-of-the-Art and Novel Physical Property Estimation Methods by Ana M. Sousa, Thalles A. Andrade, Massimiliano Errico, José P. Coelho, Rui M. Filipe, Henrique A. Matos

“…For all the properties, the estimations proposed have an absolute average deviation equal to or lower than 4.6%.…”
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Equitable artificial intelligence for glaucoma screening with fair identity normalization by Min Shi, Yan Luo, Yu Tian, Lucy Q. Shen, Nazlee Zebardast, Mohammad Eslami, Saber Kazeminasab, Michael V. Boland, David S. Friedman, Louis R. Pasquale, Mengyu Wang

“…We developed fair identify normalization (FIN) module to equalize the feature importance across different identity groups to improve model performance equity. …”
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Reinforcing the brittle resistance of high-strength concrete using agricultural waste fiber by Radwa Defalla Abdel Hafez, Ali Shubbar, Mohammed Salah Nasr, Raghda Osama Abd-Al Ftah

“…In this research, the volume fractions of RSF and PLSF ranged from 1% to 3% and had an aspect ratio equal to 100. Different tests, including slump test, compressive strength, modulus of elasticity, flexural strength and tensile strength were conducted to determine their various properties. …”

Comparison of β-Propiolactone and Formalin Inactivation on Antigenicity and Immune Response of West Nile Virus by Pritom Chowdhury, Rashmee Topno, Siraj A. Khan, Jagadish Mahanta

“…In conclusion, we can state that both formaldehyde and β-PL inactivation processes were found to be equally efficient for inactivation of WNV. However, they need to be compared with other inactivating agents along with study on cell mediated immune response.…”
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Information Accessibility in the Form of Braille by Samuel Dolphin, Maren Downing, Mia Cirrincione, Adam Samuta, Kevin Leite, Kimberly Noble, Brian Walsh

“…The purpose of this article is to highlight the complexity of the braille user population and discuss the importance of understanding the use of braille as a solution for equal access of information. As part of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics (RADx) Tech program and its goal to make home tests accessible to people with disabilities, a series of interviews with industry experts was conducted to better understand braille technologies and the braille user space. …”
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Stiffness-Displacement Correlation from the RC Shear Wall Tests of the SAFE Program: Derivation of a Capacity Line Model by Francisco J. Molina, Pierre Pegon, Pierre Labbé

“…Moreover, the graphic representation of the demand spectrum and a unique model capacity line for a group of equal walls with different assumed design frequencies on them gives a visual interpretation of the different safety margins observed in the experiments for the respective walls. …”
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A Study on the Quality of Mashhur Ghairu Istilahi Hadith: Reconsidering the Stereotype of Misogynistic Hadiths by Frenky Mubarok, Suci Muzfirah, Muidatul Faziyah

“…They compile hadiths they believe contradict the principles of gender equality—labeling them as misogynistic—and conduct takhrij studies to critically analyze these hadiths, seeking arguments to support the notion of feminism within Islam. …”
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Impact of Baseline BMI upon the Success of Latina Participants Enrolled in a 6-Month Physical Activity Intervention by Sheri J. Hartman, Shira I. Dunsiger, Dori W. Pekmezi, Brooke Barbera, Charles J. Neighbors, Becky Marquez, Bess H. Marcus

“…High rates of obesity in Latinas highlight the need to determine if physical activity interventions are equally effective across the body mass index (BMI) range. …”
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Balance Fatigue Design of Cast Steel Nodes in Tubular Steel Structures by Libin Wang, Hui Jin, Haiwei Dong, Jing Li

“…The allowable initial crack size could be obtained through the integral of Paris equation when the crack propagation life is considered equal to the weld fatigue life; therefore, the two parts in a cast steel node joint will have a balance fatigue life.…”
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The effect of gamification on brand co-creation in app-based businesses: investigating the mediating role of consumer engagement and the moderating role of hedonic and innovativene... by Rayhane Rezagholizade, Zahra Sadeqi-Arani, Esmail Mazroui

“…Also, the path coefficient of the consumer hedonic is equal to (0.046) and its test statistic is also equal to 1.96; which shows the positive effect of this relationship; since the test statistic is equal to the critical value (1.96), it can be said that this effect is significant. …”
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Facing migration under adverse conditions: challenges and resilience in the Colombo-Venezuelan border area by Gloria Omaira Bautista, Axel Kroeger, Nelly Rosero Castillo, Eduardo Gabriel Osorio Sanchez, Dianne Sofía Gonzales Escobar, Rafael Olarte, Sonia Diaz Monsalve

“…As such, they require equal attention from policymakers and public services. …”
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Evaluation of three novel antigens and costimulatory agents for improvement of M. Tuberculosis specific interferon gamma release assays by Sandra Schwarzlose-Schwarck, Mark Reinwald, Torsten Bauer, Florian Hentschel, Til Kiderlen, Dorinja Zapf, Victor Herbst, Stefan Lüth, David Krieger, Werner Dammermann

“…Results The three novel antigens ACR, Rv1733 and Rv2626 failed to elicit equal or stronger IFN-γ-responses compared to the gold standard antigen formulation with ESAT-6, CFP-10 and TB10.4. …”
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The Role of Vacuum-Assisted Wound Closure Therapy after the Surgical Treatment of the Pilonodal Sinus by M. F. Cherkasov, K. M. Galashokyan, Yu. M. Startsev, D. M. Cherkasov, A. A. Pomazkov, S. G. Melikova, V. Yu. Katsiyaev, A. A. Matvienko

“…The average rate of wound healing in the main group was significantly higher and equal to 2.15 ± 0.15 cm2/day, compared to the value of 0.76 ±0.18 cm2/day in the control group.Conclusion. …”
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The success of reforestation after experimental strip-shelterwood felling in the pine stands of the Eastern Polissia of Ukraine by Anatolyi Zhezhkun

“…The width of the strip with removed trees was equal to the average height of the parent stand (25-30 m). …”
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Different Clinical Features of Acral Abortive Hemangiomas by N. Vega Mata, J. C. López Gutiérrez, B. Vivanco Allende, M. S. Fernández García

“…Some infantile hemangiomas called in literature “minimal or arrested growth hemangiomas” or “abortive hemangiomas” are present at birth and have a proliferative component equaling less than 25% of its total surface area. Often, they are mistaken for vascular malformation. …”
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