Lung Segmentation in 4D CT Volumes Based on Robust Active Shape Model Matching by Gurman Gill, Reinhard R. Beichel

“…Dynamic and longitudinal lung CT imaging produce 4D lung image data sets, enabling applications like radiation treatment planning or assessment of response to treatment of lung diseases. …”
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Numerical application of the mode matching technique to the longitudinal impedance computation in particle accelerators by N. Biancacci, A. Passarelli

“…The accurate knowledge of the beam coupling impedance in particle accelerators is important in order to address potential impedance-driven instabilities and for planning machine upgrades. While simple models exist for various components (e.g., beam pipes, step transitions, and collimators), they are often insufficient to correctly describe the overall machine impedance with the necessary precision. …”
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Discussing the Effects of Climate Change and Urbanization through Flood Disaster in Riverside Settlements by Zeynep Özdemir, Merve Özkaynak Yolcu

“…The identified problems were evaluated within the scope of planning, design principles and legal and administrative framework. …”
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Frequentist and Bayesian Approaches in Modeling and Prediction of Extreme Rainfall Series: A Case Study from Southern Highlands Region of Tanzania by Erick A. Kyojo, Silas S. Mirau, Sarah E. Osima, Verdiana G. Masanja

“…Overall, the study contributes valuable insights into extreme rainfall patterns and underscores the importance of L-moments in identifying the best fit distribution and Bayesian MCMC methodology for accurate parameter estimation and prediction, enabling effective measures and infrastructure planning in the region.…”
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Systemic Impacts of National Civilized Cities on Sustainable Development: A Quasi-Experimental Analysis of Economic and Environmental Outcomes in China by Weixin Yang, Yunpeng Yang, Zhili Chen, Yuxun Gu

“…We conclude by offering policy recommendations that promote a holistic approach to urban planning, fostering synergies between environmental conservation and economic growth. …”
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Generating a Spatiotemporal Dynamic Map for Traffic Analysis Using Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram by Yudi Li, Lei Zhu, Jian Sun, Ye Tian

“…Traditional static abstraction methods produce analysis maps with a single fidelity across the entire planning horizon, which cannot reflect the dynamic changes of daily traffic. …”
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The importance and challenges of data collection in risk assessment by Xekalakis Georgios, Fokaides Paris, Christou Petros

“…Satellite imagery provides comprehensive area coverage, invaluable for strategic planning and emergency management in large or inaccessible areas. …”
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Uterine Rupture after Laparoscopic Myomectomy in Two Cases: Real Complication or Malpractice? by Antonella Vimercati, Vittoria Del Vecchio, Annarosa Chincoli, Antonio Malvasi, Ettore Cicinelli

“…Larger studies and robust case-control analyses are needed to draw reliable conclusions; special care should be paid when performing laparoscopic myomectomy in women planning a later pregnancy.…”
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Analyses of the Spatial Pattern of Drought Risk in Tigray Region, Northern Ethiopia by A.S. Tefera, J.O. Ayoade, N.J. Bello

“…Overall, the study has demonstrated the importance of integrating socioeconomic and climate data for comprehensive drought risk characterization, which can be used as an input for drought management planning. Keywords: Drought, Vulnerability, Risk, Spatial-pattern …”
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Assessing water status in rice plants in water-deficient environments using thermal imaging by Chin-Ying Yang, Yan-Ci Zhang, Ya-Ling Hou

“…Conclusion Our study demonstrate that infrared thermography can effectively detect early signs of water stress in rice, aiding farmers in irrigation planning and enabling precise management and optimal utilization of water resources.…”
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Beirut Port Blast: Use of Electronic Health Record System During a Mass Casualty Event by Eveline Hitti, Dima Hadid, Miriam Saliba, Zouhair Sadek, Rima Jabbour, Rula Antoun, Mazen El Sayed

“…Results: Information technology support, reducing EHR system restrictions, cross-function training, focus on registration and patient identification, patient flow and tracking, mobility and bedside access, and alternate sites of care are all important areas to focus on during emergency/disaster response planning. Conclusion: Innovative solutions that help address logistical challenges for different aspects of the disaster response are needed.…”
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Incidence and Predictors of Pregnancy among Women on ART in Debre Markos Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: A Five-Year Retrospective Cohort Study by Maru Meseret, Alemayehu Shimeka, Alemayehu Bekele

“…Provision of family planning and other reproductive health interventions have to be coupled with the ART service to address the problem.…”
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Legal Certainty – Protected Values and Partial Objectives: The Case of the Czech Republic by Jana Janderová, Petra Hubálková

“… Legal certainty is an essential prerequisite for individuals’ autonomy, as lack of certainty prevents the planning of future activities and making rational decisions. …”
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Does the engagement of clinicians and organisations in research improve healthcare performance: a three-stage review by Teresa Jones, Annette Boaz, Stephen Hanney, Bryony Soper

“…Methods An hourglass-shaped review was developed, consisting of three stages: (1) a planning and mapping stage; (2) a focused review concentrating on the core question of whether or not research engagement improves healthcare performance; and (3) a wider (but less systematic) review of papers identified during the two earlier stages, focusing on mechanisms.Results Of the 33 papers included in the focused review, 28 identified improvements in health services performance. …”
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Physician associate (PA) students’ perceptions of team-based learning (TBL) for teaching in Geriatric medicine by Basaam Aweid, Natalie Parnis, David Harrison

“…This information is important when planning teaching for an intensive 2-year course.…”
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Development of MAILI 21 (Lectora inspire 21 interactive learning media) to improve student learning outcomes in elementary schools by Novina Fitri Astuti, Susilo Tri Widodo

“…Starting with data collection, planning, product design, expert validation of products, product revision, product trials, product usage trials and final product revision. …”
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Evaluation of urban regeneration of worn-out neighborhoods to enhance physical resilience (Case study: The worn-out texture of Faroj city) by ameneh naghdi, Ezzatolah mafi, Mehdi Vatanparast

“…Therefore, in the present study, quantitative planning matrix has been used to evaluate the regeneration of the worn-out neighborhoods of Faraj city in order to enhance the physical resilience. . …”
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«The Art of War» by Sun Tzu and main provisions for strategic management by V. M. Fedorov

“…The results of the work have an important theoretical and methodological significance for the development of the theory of strategic planning and control. The use of the universal principles of the treatise «The Art of War» by Sun Tzu is applicable to strategies in local economic wars, they expand the possibilities for creating effective business strategies.…”
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Word wall media in teaching vocabulary to junior secondary school students: teacher’s practices, benefits, and challenges by Syamsul Huda, Windhariyati Dyah Kusumawanti

“…Study findings demonstrated that there were five stages in implementing word wall media, i.e. planning vocabulary, designing the word wall, placing the word wall, using the word wall, and practicing advanced use. …”
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A Large-Scale Spatio-Temporal Multimodal Fusion Framework for Traffic Prediction by Bodong Zhou, Jiahui Liu, Songyi Cui, Yaping Zhao

“…Traffic prediction is crucial for urban planning and transportation management, and deep learning techniques have emerged as effective tools for this task. …”
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