Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based Resource Allocation for QoE Enhancement in Wireless VR Communications by Georgios Kougioumtzidis, Vladimir K. Poulkov, Pavlos I. Lazaridis, Zaharias D. Zaharis

“…Specifically, the resource allocation strategy adopts a policy that maximizes the transmission-related QoE value based on the evolving characteristics of the communication channel and user interactions. …”
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Drug-Gene Interaction Prediction Method through Cross Granularity Subgraph Contrastive Learning and Attention Mechanism Fusion by HU Dongdong, PENG Yang, TAN Shuqiu, ZHU Xiaofei

“…[Methods] On one hand, a cross granularity contrastive learning method is adopted to obtain node information from both distant and close distances. …”
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Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities of Securing Internet of Autonomous Vehicles With Lightweight Authentication by Hazem Ismail Ali, Harrison Kurunathan, Mohamed Hamdy Eldefrawy, Flavius Gruian, Magnus Jonsson

“…In this work, we outline the various vulnerabilities of the IoAV systems, and we delve into the critical importance of adopting lightweight security protocols. These protocols are crucial to ensure robust protection while at the same time not jeopardizing the performance of the IoAV system. …”
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Using GIS and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) for flood hazard assessment based on morphological and hydrological criteria, case of the Meknes region, Morocco by Essahlaoui Narjisse, Ijlil Safae, Alitane Abdennabi, Mohajane Meriame, El Ouali Abdelhadi, Rhazi Abdelaziz, Oumou Abdellah, Alouane Ayoub, Ammari Zakaria, Khrabcha Abdelali, El Hafyani Mohamed, Essahlaoui Ali, Aouragh My Hachem, Van Rompaey Anton

“…This hazard is assessed by taking into account morphological criteria (slope, altitude, density of the hydrographic network, curvature) and hydrological criteria (drainage density, stream power index (SPI) and rainfall data). The methodology adopted is essentially based on a multicriteria analysis using analytical hierarchy process (AHP), with the use of GIS tools and satellite data. …”
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A blockchain model connecting electricity market and carbon trading market by Yi Wang, Lijuan Feng, Lin Wang, Weiqiu Yu

“…Many countries adopt carbon trading mechanism as the main policy tool to control carbon emissions. …”
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Bridging market orientation and leadership through digital enablement: A strategic model for life insurance success by Risye Dillianti, Harjanto Prabowo, Rano Kartono Rahim, Yohannes Kurniawan

“…Digital transformation is critical in driving competitive success, particularly in Indonesia’s life insurance industry, which faces challenges in adopting effective digital strategies to address operational inefficiencies and declining customer engagement. …”
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Public Service Provisions for Land Resource Planning by Teeraphat Kitjarak, Shubham Pathak, Xinlin Qi, Thussaneeya Boripis

“…Based on the grounded theory, this research adopts the triangulation method. The data analysis was done using the 5P model and strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities. …”
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Electricity- and hydrogen-driven energy system sector-coupling in net-zero CO2 emission pathways by Bob van der Zwaan, Amir Fattahi, Francesco Dalla Longa, Mark Dekker, Detlef van Vuuren, Robert Pietzcker, Renato Rodrigues, Felix Schreyer, Daniel Huppmann, Johannes Emmerling, Stefan Pfenninger, Francesco Lombardi, Panagiotis Fragkos, Maria Kannavou, Theofano Fotiou, Giannis Tolios, Will Usher

“…With a set of such models, under jointly adopted deep decarbonisation scenario assumptions, we here show that the ensuing direct penetration of electricity and H2 in final energy consumption may rise to average shares of around 60% and 6%, respectively, by 2050. …”
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Ethics Underpinning Data Policy in Crisis Situations by Perihan Elif Ekmekci, Lili Zhang, Francis P. Crawley

“…Providing crisis data ethics governance strategies in AI scenarios further validated effective data actions for AI adoptions in emergencies, hoping to showcase crisis data management highlighting ethical concerns. …”
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Role of Micro Finance Institutions on the Social Economic Wellbeing of its Customers: A Case Study of Pride Microfinance Kabale Branch. by Natuhwera, Evas

“…The study was guided by three objectives namely: To find the effect of Microfinance Institutions towards the well-being of customers in pride microfinance banks, to establish the challenges hindering microfinance Institutions towards the well-being of its customers, to establish measures that can be adopted to solve challenges hindering the microfinance Institutions towards the well-being of customers in pride microfinance bank. …”
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A Comparative Study on Ascorbic Acid Content of Annas Comosus (Pineapples) and Malus Domestica (Apples) in Kabale Municipality. by Akankwasa, Edson

“…Based on these findings, it is recommended that consumers be educated on the nutritional benefits of pineapples, and farmers should adopt best practices to maintain the ascorbic acid content of their produce.…”
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Factors Promoting the Use of ICT Hardware in University Libraries in Two Nigerian Regions by Achugbue, Edwin Iroroeavwo, Ahimbisibwe, Kasiisi Benjamin, Odong, Patrick, Azih, Adaeze Chioma

“…Methodology – The study adopted a survey type of descriptive research design. …”
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Pemilihan Strategi Implementasi Kesehatan Digital Pada Kelompok Pengambil Keputusan Menggunakan Metode Vikor by Sri Kusumadewi, Rahadian Kurniawan

“…The decision matrix was developed by incorporating the input of adopters at Tirto Rahayu and conducting a literature review. …”
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Interpreting EU Internal Market Powers in Light of Article 9 TFEU Social Objectives: Implications for the Attribution of Competences by Silvia Giudici

“…The inclusion of the so-called ‘horizontal social clause’, namely Article 9 TFEU, in EU primary law imposes on the EU legislator an obligation to balance the objectives of a specific policy area with the social interests contained therein. For instance, when adopting internal market measures pursuant to Article 114 TFEU, the EU legislator would need to reconcile free trade aims and social interests. …”
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Estimation of supply and demand for public health nurses in Japan: A stock-flow approach. by Kazuya Taira, Masanao Horikawa, Takahiro Itaya, Rikuya Hosokawa, Misa Shiomi

“…This simulation study adopted a stock-flow approach using data from a survey of local governments, log data from a recruitment information website, and government statistics. …”
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Advancements and Innovations in Marine Fuel Technology by Liu Yimeng

“…LNG is one of the most established and widely adopted options, owing to its mature technology and reduced emissions compared to conventional fuels. …”
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TAXATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA by Adebowale Ogunsola

“…Therefore, this study investigated the influence of taxation on the economic development in Nigeria. The study adopted time series research method. The data used were obtained from secondary sources, which covered a period from 2015 to 2022. …”
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PREVALENCE AND CONSEQUENCES OF KIDNAPPING IN SOUTHERN TARABA STATE, NIGERIA by YIKWABS PETER YIKWAB, WAJIM JOHN, ALEGBEJO NOAH KOLAWOLE, AROKOYO JACOB

“…Exploratory research design was adopted using qualitative method (key Informant Interview and In-depth Interview) for the collection of data. …”
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Crop Diversification for Ensuring Sustainable Agriculture, Risk Management and Food Security by Tesfahun Belay Mihrete, Fasikaw Belay Mihretu

“…The review highlights key principles, including ecological resilience, risk distribution, and resource optimization. By adopting diverse crops, farmers can mitigate soil degradation, reduce pest outbreaks, and stabilize incomes. …”
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Toward a green economy in China: current status and perspective in electricity generation by Jorge Morales Pedraza

“…This work emphasizes the urgent need to prevent new coal-fired power plants, adopt management rules to permit high renewable energy generation from the national grid, and allow cheap consumer prices to drive consumption and generation. …”
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