A Framework of Vertebra Segmentation Using the Active Shape Model-Based Approach by Mohammed Benjelloun, Saïd Mahmoudi, Fabian Lecron

“…We propose a medical image segmentation approach based on the Active Shape Model theory. We apply this method for cervical vertebra detection. …”
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High-Frequency Synchronization Improves Firing Rate Contrast and Information Transmission Efficiency in E/I Neuronal Networks by Fang Han, Zhijie Wang, Hong Fan, Yaopeng Zhang

“…It is also found that the global firing rate contrast enhancement can prevent the number of spikes of the neurons measured within the limited time window from being confused by noise, thereby enhancing the information encoding efficiency (quantified by entropy theory here) of the neuronal system. The mechanism of firing rate contrast enhancement is also investigated. …”
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Optimal New Sliding Mode Controller Combined with Modified Supertwisting Algorithm for a Perturbed Quadrotor UAV by Yassine El Houm, Ahmed Abbou, Moussa Labbadi, Mohamed Cherkaoui

“…The stability of the proposed controller (MSTFNSMC) is proved using the Lyapunov theory. The performance of the proposed MSTFNSMC approach is compared with the supertwisting sliding mode controller (STSMC) by numerical simulations to verify its effectiveness.…”
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RADIO JINGLES AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF HEALTHY EATING HABITS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS by SAMAILA MARIA KYANGCHAT, AYODELE B JOSEPH

“…The Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) was adopted as the underlying theoretical framework, while the empirical analysis of scholarly articles, books reports that address the influence of radio jingles on healthy eating habit was adopted as the methodology. …”
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OUTSOURCING IN RETAIL by Radojko Lukić

“…Starting from the developed theory and conducted practical research, this paper emphasizes the importance and specific problems of application of outsourcing the strategic technique in the modern retail. …”
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Representation of Fictional Characters with Disabilities in Selected Crime Novels of Oͅládèͅjoͅ Òkédìjí by Oͅlálérè Adéyeͅmí

“…The objectives of the study, therefore, were to examine the representation of fictional characters with disabilities in Oͅládèͅjoͅ Òkédìjí’s crime novels particularly Bínú ti rí and Àgbàlagbà Akàn; assess the message of the novelist, and the implications of those representations for the society within the social and charity models of disability theory. The findings of the study showed that Òkédìjí represents the blind and cognitively impaired persons in a positive manner through his modes of projected characterization. …”
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The listening renaissance: a theoretical exploration of audio-based digital narratives in literature by Bhuvaneshwari Palanisamy, Rajasekaran V

“…Through a theoretical exploration drawing from cognitive theory, media studies, and literary criticism, this study argues that the rise of audio literature represents not merely a shift in medium, but a fundamental change to process and interact with narrative content. …”
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The Oscillating Component of the Internal Jugular Vein Flow: The Overlooked Element of Cerebral Circulation by Francesco Sisini, Eleuterio Toro, Mauro Gambaccini, Paolo Zamboni

“…If this is true, then it will imply the following: (i) the blood velocity in the IJV is a periodic function of the time with period equal to the cardiac period and (ii) the instantaneous blood velocity is given by a time function that can be derived from a flow-dynamics theory that uses the instantaneous pressure gradient as a parameter. …”
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Work and Confrontation with the Real for Health Professionals During COVID-19 by Thaís Augusta Cunha de Oliveira Máximo, Tatiana de Lucena Torres, Erick Idalino Moura, Wesley Jordan Pereira da Silva, Lucas Eurikes Melo Vasconcelos, Rian Enedino Pereira Cruz

“…The results were analyzed using the Iramuteq textual analysis software and interpreted with the Psychodynamics of Work theory. The analyzes showed the precariousness of work characterized by unpredictability and contradictions, generating fear and a sense of exposure to risks that negatively impacted the physical and mental health of workers.…”
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Optimization of Power Allocation for a Multibeam Satellite Communication System with Interbeam Interference by Heng Wang, Aijun Liu, Xiaofei Pan, Jiong Li

“…A dynamic power allocation algorithm based on duality theory is then proposed to obtain a locally optimal solution for the optimization problem. …”
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Structural Dependence of Electronic Properties in A-A-D-A-A-Type Organic Solar Cell Material by Ram S. Bhatta, Mesfin Tsige

“…Herein, we report the structural and electronic properties of the BCNDTS molecule as a model system for acceptor-acceptor-donor-acceptor-acceptor (A-A-D-A-A) type SCMs, using density functional theory (DFT) and time-dependent DFT methods. Systematic calculations of two-dimensional potential energy surfaces, molecular electrostatic potential surfaces, ground state frontier molecular orbital energies, and the vertical excitation energies are performed. …”
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The Galungan Holiday in Postmodern Historical Studies by I Nyoman Wijaya

“…This topic is examined using a postmodern approach, employing Foucault's theory of power-knowledge relations. The aim is to uncover the hidden power-knowledge relations within it. …”
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An Extension of the Double G′/G, 1/G-Expansion Method for Conformable Fractional Differential Equations by Altaf A. Al-Shawba, Farah A. Abdullah, Amirah Azmi, M. Ali Akbar

“…The phenomena, molecular path in a liquid or a gas, fluctuating price stoke, fission and fusion, quantum field theory, relativistic wave motion, etc., are modeled through the nonlinear time fractional clannish random Walker’s parabolic (CRWP) equation, nonlinear time fractional SharmaTassoOlver (STO) equation, and the nonlinear space-time fractional KleinGordon equation. …”
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Intellectual Virtues in Education: Digital Challenges by L. V. Shipovalova, R. I. Gallyamov

“…As a result, we expand the virtue epistemology, which does not consider this aspect, by referring to the critical theory of technology and offer the basis for improving specific educational strategies.…”
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Same-sex marriage: a defense based on foundations of natural law by Pablo Antonio Lago

“…Abstract Laymen in general associate natural law theories to conservative moral conceptions, like traditional marriage of a man and a woman. …”
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Optimal control problems with time delays: Two case studies in biomedicine by Laurenz Göllmann, Helmut Maurer

“…There exists an extensive literature on delay differential models in biology and biomedicine, but only a few papers study such models in the framework of optimal control theory. In this paper, we consider optimal control problems with multiple time delays in state and control variables and present two applications in biomedicine. …”
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Numerical Simulation of Recycled Concrete Using Convex Aggregate Model and Base Force Element Method by Yijiang Peng, Hao Chu, Jiwei Pu

“…In order to simulate the damage processes of RAC, a curve damage model was adopted as the damage constitutive model and the strength theory of maximum tensile strain was used as the failure criterion in the BFEM on mesomechanics. …”
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A novel technique for the synthesis of Au3N and its characterization using X-ray diffraction and Raman scattering techniques by S. Giri, P. Mallick, B. Mallick

“…The Raman shift of Au3N was found to be 1127.5 ± 0.3 cm−1, which is in good agreement with the theoretically calculated value obtained using density-functional theory. The prospects and future directions for the development of this novel gold nitride material are discussed.…”
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Partitioning Control Mechanism and Engineering Practice of Rebuilding Bearing Arch in Surrounding Rock under High Ground Stress by Mengtang Xu, Ke Li, Youlin Xu

“…Based on the basic mechanical performance test of the bearing arch, this paper built a mechanical model of the RBA based on Protodyakonov’s pressure arch theory, analyzed the influence of the strength of the bearing arch on the surrounding rock failure, and obtained the ultimate thickness of the bearing arch failure under high ground stress. …”
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Support Services Provided by a Child and Youth Care Centre (CYCC) to Adolescent Witnesses of Domestic Violence by Shahana Rasool, Suzanne Swart

“…These support services are explored in terms of four inter-dependent levels including the micro, meso, exo and macro levels of the Ecological Theory, as described by Bronfenbrenner (1979). Method: For this study, a qualitative holistic case study design was adopted. …”
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