EVALUATING EFFECT OF BLADES MATERIAL ON ARCHIMEDES SPIRAL HYDRO TURBINES: A COMPARATIVE STUDY FOR SUSTAINABLE HYDROPOWER by Sk Rahad Rahman, Md Mahadi Hassan Parvez, Sultan Mahamud Sheikh, Irfan Ahmed, Md. Abu Daud

“…This paper underscores the importance of balancing design parameters, blade material, and operating conditions to optimize ASHT for sustainable hydropower generation. …”
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A Comparative Study of Theoretical Graph Models for Characterizing Structural Networks of Human Brain by Xiaojin Li, Xintao Hu, Changfeng Jin, Junwei Han, Tianming Liu, Lei Guo, Wei Hao, Lingjiang Li

“…However, there is an important issue that has not been adequately discussed before: what is the optimal theoretical graph model for describing the structural networks of human brain? …”
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Effect of Axial Vibration on Sliding Frictional Force between Shale and 45 Steel by Wu Hao, Chen Ping, Liu Yang, Ma Tianshou

“…This method provides a new solution for evaluating the friction-reducing effect of hydraulic oscillator and optimizing its placement.…”
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Completion of a standardizable competency-based research training program improves understanding and preparedness for both new and experienced clinical research professionals by Lucy Palmer, Sandra E. Morones, Heidi T. Jacobe, Rhonda Oilepo

“…The UTSW CRF combines the existing CITI training modules with UTSW-created material, providing an optimal balance between generalized clinical research education and institutionally tailored content. …”
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The Three-Dimensional Culture System with Matrigel and Neurotrophic Factors Preserves the Structure and Function of Spiral Ganglion Neuron In Vitro by Gaoying Sun, Wenwen Liu, Zhaomin Fan, Daogong Zhang, Yuechen Han, Lei Xu, Jieyu Qi, Shasha Zhang, Bradley T. Gao, Xiaohui Bai, Jianfeng Li, Renjie Chai, Haibo Wang

“…In this study, we used the matrigel to encapsulate the spiral ganglion region isolated from neonatal mice. First, we optimized the matrigel concentration for the 3D culture system and found the 3D culture system protected the SGNs against apoptosis, preserved the structure of spiral ganglion region, and promoted the sprouting and outgrowth of SGNs neurites. …”
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Improved insulator location and defect detection method based on GhostNet and YOLOv5s networks by Jianjun Huang, Xuhong Huang, Ronghao Kang, Zhihong Chen, Junhan Peng

“…Finally, Focal-EIoU was introduced to optimize the CIoU bounding box regression loss function in the original algorithm to improve the convergence speed and target location accuracy of the model. …”
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Bernese Periacetabular Osteotomy in a Hip Extra-Articular Resection Followed by Reconstruction Using an Extracorporeal Irradiated Acetabulum Autograft with Megaprosthesis, for Prox... by Victor Barro, Roberto Velez, Daniel Pacha, Jordi Giralt, Isabel Roca, Marius Aguirre

“…Extra-articular resection of the hip using a periacetabular osteotomy technique enabled us to achieve wide margins and leave an intact posterior column to optimize acetabular reconstruction stability. Extracorporeal irradiation and reimplantation is a valuable treatment option in a situation such as this where allograft geometric fit is a priority. …”
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Impact of coronavirus disease 2019 on medical practice in endocrine and metabolic diseases in Japan: a nationwide surveillance study conducted by the Japan Endocrine Society by Katsunori Manaka, Sayaka Kato, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Hajime Yamakage, Tsugumi Uema, Shiori Kawai, Megumi Shibata, Izumi Hiratsuka, Sawako Nakachi, Takeshi Onoue, Takefumi Tsuchiya, Michiaki Fukui, Koshi Hashimoto, Atsushi Suzuki, Noriko Makita, Yoshihiro Ogawa, Hiroshi Arima, Noriko Satoh-Asahara, Hiroaki Masuzaki

“…The study also highlighted challenges in routine diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the potential benefits of combining remote consultations with in-person visits to optimize the frequency of examinations and check-ups during infectious disease outbreak which disrupts access to healthcare providers. …”
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Numerical analysis of shape coefficients and bearing capacity factors of shallow foundations on heterogeneous soil by Samir Benmoussa, Ouassila Bahloul, Sadok Benmebarek, Abdelhamid Baitich, Abderrahim Mihoubi

“…It was found that the critical depth of the first clay layer necessary to optimize the bearing capacity of a foundation resting on stratified soil is 2, 1.5, and 1, respectively, for strip, square, and circular footings. …”
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Research on Robotic Polishing Process of Marble with Complex Curved Surface Based on Sol–Gel Flexible Tools by Shengui Huang, Yaobin Guo, Jixiang Huang, Fangchen Yin, Jing Lu

“…Based on the Preston material removal theory, constant-pressure polishing of surfaces of different curvatures was achieved by simulating the contact force distribution between the SG flexible tool and the marble surface, as well as the constant-pressure material removal profile. By optimizing the space of the polishing trajectory, the uniformity of the material removal depth was improved, and the consistency of surface quality after polishing was enhanced. …”
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Evaluating Different Supplements on the Growth Performance and Bioconversion Efficiency of Kitchen Waste by Black Soldier Fly Larvae by Lifei Chen, Meng Xu, Rongsheng Shang, Yizhen Xin, Guiying Wang, Yifan Li, Zhuoya Wang, Xiangyu Wang, Haoyang Sun, Lusheng Li

“…Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) convert kitchen waste into high-quality insect feed. However, the optimal amount of auxiliary materials needed to improve the physical and chemical properties of kitchen waste and enhance BSFL bioconversion efficiency remains unresolved. …”
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A systematic review on the impact of breastfeeding on cancer risk, weight loss, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus in mothers, and the role of fathers, medical person... by Olga Krupa, Daria Rybak, Katarzyna Kamińska-Omasta, Bartosz Omasta, Kuba Borys Romańczuk, Magdalena Agata Czerska, Paulina Dorota Pietrukaniec, Szymon Przemysław Stolarczyk, Zofia Martyna Wójcik, Kinga Furtak

“…The available data allow us to conclude that breastfeeding is an effective preventive health strategy, but further research is needed to understand the biological mechanisms and identify optimal supportive interventions. …”
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Crystalline structures in foams: guided mechanical self-assembly of bubbles in fiber arrays by Marwan Chammouma, Manon Jouanlanne, Antoine Egelé, Damien Favier, Jean Farago, Aurélie Hourlier-Fargette

“…Here we show how bubbling in different arrangements of fibers enables to control foam architectures through a guided mechanical self-assembly of bubbles: for optimal ratios of bubble size to fiber spacing, Kelvin and hexagonal close packing crystalline foams are formed in square and hexagonal fiber arrays, respectively. …”
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Unveiling the CO2 adsorption capabilities of carbon nanostructures from biomass waste: An extensive review by Arun Kumar Senthilkumar, Mohanraj Kumar, Mohammed Abdul Kader, Mohd. Shkir, Jih-Hsing Chang

“…Even yet, there are still problems with optimizing desorption efficiency and raising yield levels. …”
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Study on the performance and mechanism of aging asphalt with organic–inorganic composite rejuvenator by Benan Shu, Guodong Zeng, Leifeng Li, Maocong Zhu, Yunlong Ma

“…The unrecoverable creep compliance was decreased by 58% under shear stresses of 0.3 kPa. The optimal content of modified graphene oxide was identified as 0.1%. …”
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Protein Identification Improvement in Complex Samples Using Higher Frequency MS Acquisition and PEAKS Software by Arman Kulyyassov, Saya Makhsatova, Aruzhan Kurmanbay

“…However, improved identification rates can also be achieved by optimizing MS acquisition frequencies and employing advanced software, without increasing analysis time, thus maintaining the throughput of the method. …”
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Field Test on the Application of Industrial Solid Waste in the Grouting Process of Pre-Bored Grouted Planted Pile by Junjie Ma, Xiaonan Gong, Xunjian Hu, Gang Lei, Rihong Zhang

“…This study confirms that utilizing solid waste in the grouting stage of PGP piles is feasible, and optimizing material proportions may enhance future performance.…”
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Effects of Ultrasonic Treatment Combined with Microporous Modified Atmosphere Packaging on Cold Storage Quality of Fresh-cut Jackfruit by Aiping FAN, Qiuhong DENG, Liping ZENG, Guangming YANG, Yubing LI, Chunyan LIU

“…The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of ultrasonic (US) treatment combined with microporous modified atmosphere packaging (MMAP) on the microbial count and refrigerated quality of fresh-cut jackfruit, and to determine the optimal means of preservation. This study employed four treatment methods for fresh-cut jackfruit: control (distilled water, 10 min), US (300 W, 10 min), MMAP (distilled water, 10 min, 5% O2, 6% CO2, 15 holes), and US+MMAP. …”
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Fibronectin and Cyclic Strain Improve Cardiac Progenitor Cell Regenerative Potential In Vitro by Kristin M. French, Joshua T. Maxwell, Srishti Bhutani, Shohini Ghosh-Choudhary, Marcos J. Fierro, Todd D. Johnson, Karen L. Christman, W. Robert Taylor, Michael E. Davis

“…This study demonstrates that culturing CPCs on fibronectin with 5% strain magnitude is optimal for their vascular endothelial growth factor A secretion, proliferation, connexin43 expression, and alignment.…”
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Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical-Chemical Modeling of Permeability Evolution in a CO2-Circulated Geothermal Reservoir by Jing Tao, Yu Wu, Derek Elsworth, Pan Li, Yang Hao

“…In particular, an increased temperature reduces the mineral precipitation in the fracture and enhances mineral dissolution within the matrix and pore but results in mechanical closure of the fractures. Optimizing injection pressure and temperature may allow the minimization of precipitation and the maximization of heat recovery.…”
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