Reconstruction of the Time-Dependent Volatility Function Using the Black–Scholes Model by Yuzi Jin, Jian Wang, Sangkwon Kim, Youngjin Heo, Changwoo Yoo, Youngrock Kim, Junseok Kim, Darae Jeong

“…To minimize the cost function, we employ the steepest descent method. However, in general, volatility functions for minimizing the cost function are nonunique. …”
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A Comparison of Classification Algorithms for Predicting Dis-tinctive Characteristics in Fine Aroma Cocoa Flowers Using WE-KA Modeler by Daniel Tineo, Yuriko S. Murillo, Mercedes Marín, Darwin Gomez, Victor H. Taboada, Malluri Goñas, Lenin Quiñones Huatangari

“… The expression of crop functional traits is influenced by environmental and management conditions, which in turn is reflected in genetic diversity. This study employed a data mining approach to determine the functional traits of flowers that influence cocoa diversity. …”
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Exploring therapeutic strategies for androgen-independent prostate cancer using a magnetic coculture platform by Anjani Chavali, Giles Fitzwilliams, Adam Germain, Sandra Khuon, Young-tae Kim

“…Subsequently, the coculture was exposed to varying dosages of Fenbendazole to assess its efficacy differentially on healthy fibroblasts compared to androgen-independent prostate cells. Employing this straightforward coculture method, we observed significant growth, motility, and cluster formation of prostate cancer cells upon direct contact with surrounding fibroblasts. …”
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Analysis Methods for Aerodynamic Instability Detection on a Multistage Axial Compressor by Baofeng Tu, Xinyu Zhang, Jun Hu, Ming Zhong, Bing Xiong

“…The aerodynamic instability of the high-speed axial compressor can be predicted earlier by employing measuring points at the compressor outlet.…”
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Design and Implementation of a Wireless Power Transfer System Using LCL Coupling Network with Inherent Constant-Current and Constant-Voltage Output for Battery Charging by Pengqiang Nie, Song Xu, Zhenlin Wang, Seiji Hashimoto, Linfeng Sun, Takahiro Kawaguchi

“…The constant current followed by constant voltage (CC-CV) charging method is commonly employed for battery charging, effectively extending battery life and reducing charging time. …”
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H-Matrix Accelerated Direct Matrix Solver for Maxwell’s Equations Using the Chebyshev-Based Nyström Boundary Integral Equation Method by Jin Hu, Emrah Sever, Omid Babazadeh, Ian Jeffrey, Vladimir Okhmatovski, Constantine Sideris

“…An H-matrix accelerated direct solver employing the high-order Chebyshev-based Boundary Integral Equation (CBIE) method has been formulated, tested, and profiled for performance on high contrast dielectric materials and electrically large perfect electric conductor objects. …”
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On predictive modeling of the twitter-based sales data using a new probabilistic model and machine learning methods by Min Wan, Mohammed A. Alshahrani, Najla M. Aloraini, Alia A. Alkhathami, Haifa Alqahtani

“…The term marketing refers to the various strategies employed by a company to enhance the visibility of its brands among potential consumers. …”
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Cryptocurrencies Transit to a Carbon Neutral Environment: From Fintech to Greentech Through Clean Energy and Eco-Efficiency Policies by Dimitrios Koemtzopoulos, Georgia Zournatzidou, Konstantina Ragazou, Nikolaos Sariannidis

“…It presents potential financial models that might be developed to assist companies in remaining operational via the use of renewable and clean energy sources. We employ a bibliometric analysis as the statistical methodology to address the study topic. …”
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Land Use/Land Cover Change and Its Driving Forces in Shenkolla Watershed, South Central Ethiopia by Belayneh Bufebo, Eyasu Elias

“…Unsupervised and supervised classification techniques were employed to get thematic information from satellite imagery. …”
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Basis Set Effects in the Description of the Cl-O Bond in ClO and XClO/ClOX Isomers (X = H, O, and Cl) Using DFT and CCSD(T) Methods by Kenneth Irving, Martina Kieninger, Oscar N. Ventura

“…The results obtained employing composite chemical methods (G4, CBS-QB3, and W1BD) were also used for the comparisons, as well as the experimental results when they are available. …”
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Bioharvesting and improvement of nano-silica yield from bagasse by irradiated Curvularia spicifera by Amira G. Zaki, Samah A. Yousef, Yasmeen A. Hasanien

“…The attained SNps’ size ranged from 30.6–130.4 nm depending on the biotransformation conditions employed in the statistical model, which is available for numerous applications. …”
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Optimization of Multiple Tuned Mass Dampers for Road Bridges Taking into Account Bridge-Vehicle Interaction, Random Pavement Roughness, and Uncertainties by Letícia Fleck Fadel Miguel, Guilherme Piva dos Santos

“…Thus, the proposed method can be employed to optimize MTMD, improving bridge design.…”
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Citizens’ Adoption of an E-Health System During the Pandemic by Faye Lorraine P. Mina, Enrique B. Batara, Eucil P. Hussien, Rabby Q. Lavilles

“…Therefore, future studies could employ a longitudinal design to obtain more accurate findings that are relevant to the general public’s adoption of government portals. …”
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The Effect of Backfill Gas Pressure on the Thermal Response of a Dry Cask for Spent Nuclear Fuel by Michela Angelucci, Salvatore A. Cancemi, Rosa Lo Frano, Sandro Paci

“…Dry systems are being employed worldwide as interim storage for Spent Nuclear Fuel (SNF). …”
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STEAM approach in project-based learning to develop mathematical literacy and students' character by In In Supianti, Poppy Yaniawati, Ebenezer Bonyah, Astri Widiastuti Hasbiah, Nisrina Rozalini

“…Utilizing a mixed-methods convergent parallel design, the research employed quantitative and qualitative techniques. The quantitative data collection used a literacy skills test to measure mathematical literacy. …”
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Knowledge sharing and sustainable competitive advantage: Mediating role of innovation culture and MSMEs business performance by Meyna Cinta Ratulian, Sabihaini Sabihaini, Fauzilah Salleh, Januar Eko Prasetio

“…The survey method was employed to gather the necessary data for this research. …”
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N2 influences on CH4 accumulation and displacement in shale by molecular dynamics by Jiawei Li, Yue Lang, Binhui Li, Yong Liu, Zhejun Pan, Sheikh S. Rahman

“…Abstract N2 is generally employed as a displacement agent to enhance gas recovery in shale gas-bearing reservoirs. …”
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SFC-Based IoT Provisioning on a Hybrid Cloud-Fog Computing with a Minimized Latency by Dawit Asmero Atinafu, Muluneh Mekonnen Tulu

“…Despite the cost of installation, employing these methods in conjunction with SDN controllers can reduce latency, maximize service success rates, and guarantee the delivery of heterogeneous service functions.…”
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MODELING AND SIMULATION OF A DUAL CHANNEL ACTIVE NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR POWER TRANSFORMER USING FXLMS ALGORITHM by ADETONA SUNDAY, SALAWU RAIFU, ALABI MORUF

“…This study, therefore, employed Filtered-X Least Mean Square (FXLMS) on a dual channel active noise controller (dcANC) using variable step-size. …”
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Exogenous dopamine application ameliorates chilling injury and preserves quality of kiwifruit during cold storage by Morteza Soleimani Aghdam, Zeinab Asle-Mohammadi, Amin Ebrahimi, Farhang Razavi

“…Abstract This study investigated the mechanisms employed by exogenous dopamine application in alleviating chilling injury in kiwifruits during storage at 1 °C for 120 days. …”
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