A Novel Edge-Map Creation Approach for Highly Accurate Pupil Localization in Unconstrained Infrared Iris Images by Vineet Kumar, Abhijit Asati, Anu Gupta

“…Iris segmentation in the iris recognition systems is a challenging task under noncooperative environments. …”
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Lessons to be Learned for Gastroenterology from Recent Issues in Clinical Trial Methodology by C Ohmann, J Albrecht

“…Significant trial management problems include subversion of random allocation, and the design of systems and procedures that are inefficient, ineffective and inflexible. …”
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Classification and identification of karstic aquifers in the OSHTORANKUH region by Tayebeh KIANI, mohamad Fatholahzadeh

“…Overall creation and development of karst geomorphology, the formation of karstic aquifers are karstic systems. In fact karstic aquifers, underground reservoirs that store water in a web of interlocking joints and cracks, caves and canals. …”
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Cybersquatting Actions on Domain Name Trademark Rights as the Internet Web by Thoriq Jinan Maulidi, Bambang Sugiri, Patricia Audrey Ruslijanto

“…This study uses the dogmatic research method and also uses the case approach method, laws and also a comparison of legal systems. The results of this study are that the holder of the rights to the first registering domain name trademark must have a legal protection regulated in Law Number 20 of 2016 concerning Marks and Geographical Indications. …”
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Theology of Creation and Beauty: Kohelet 3:11 by Tibor Máhrik, Roman Králik

“…The exploration of these three concepts in unison underscores their interconnectedness and the potential for serving as a conduit of understanding across diverse cultures, value systems, and individuals. A theology of beauty in relation to kitsch thus offers not only the possibility of reflecting on the state of the modern world, but also an important integrating element in a polarised society that can foster a deeper understanding of interpersonal relationships and the spiritual dimension of the human person.…”
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The Polar Cap (PC) Index: Invalid Index Series and a Different Approach by Peter Stauning

“…The SWS effects are caused by current systems in the dayside Cusp region related to the Y‐component, BY, of the interplanetary magnetic field (IMF). …”
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“You Learn So Much from Reading for Pleasure”: Exploring a Reading for Pleasure Pedagogy Impact on Pre-Service Teachers’ Literate Identities by Katherine Price, Alyson Simpson

“…This study was informed with a consideration of complexity theory, and an analysis was made of participant’s reflections on RfP, as expressed through the intersecting systems within which initial teacher education is situated. …”
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THE EFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL PECULIARITIES ON TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE PERFORMANCE IN LAGOS METROPOLIS, NIGERIA: RESIDENTS' EXPERIENCES by Ayobami Ademola AKANMU, Umar Obafemi SALISU

“…Recommendations include establishing robust drainage systems, incorporating corrosion-resistant materials, and adopting innovative technologies to mitigate the repercussions of rising sea levels on critical transportation infrastructure, enhancing its resilience in the face of environmental challenges.…”
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Effect of Ground Diatomite on Early Strength of Self-Compacting Mortars by Büşra Karabulut, Merve Şahin Yön, Mehmet Karataş

“…The slump-flow test to obtain self-compacting mortar was conducted according to the European Federation of Specialized Construction Chemicals and Concrete Systems guidance. Specimens prepared using 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% and 20% diatomite were cured in water at 23±2 ̊C temperature for 3 days. 3-day (early age) flexural and compressive strength worths were gained for the samples whose curing period was completed. …”
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Computer Vision-Based Drowsiness Detection Using Handcrafted Feature Extraction for Edge Computing Devices by Valerius Owen, Nico Surantha

“…These findings provide a framework for future studies, potentially improving sleepiness detection systems and ultimately saving lives by enhancing road safety.…”
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Reappraising the Reincarnation Debate in an African Culture: A Conceptual Clarification by Akinpelu A. Oyekunle, Ezekiel S.N. Mkhwanazi

“…The study concludes by emphasising the importance of reconceptualising reincarnation within the African conceptual framework to ensure the logical and intelligible representation of African intellectual heritage and identity, particularly considering the global epistemicide of local knowledge systems.…”
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Impact of diabetes on mental and functional well-being of older adults in Kerala by A. Anjana, P. Bindu

“…Due to its high prevalence, imposed costs on health systems, and various adverse effects on patients, this disease is receiving more attention today. …”
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Exploration and Analysis of Collaborative Matching Algorithm Empowering Large Data Fiscal Budget by Rui Gong, Xu Zhang

“…At present, many budget companies have realized high-level computerized accounting and have high-speed and advanced database management systems. In order to adapt to the growth of budget entity informatization, the financial department must improve its own financial budget level. …”
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Multi-Modal Social Robot Behavioural Alignment and Learning Outcomes in Mediated Child–Robot Interactions by Paul Baxter

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Formulation and Evaluation of Guggul Lipid Nanovesicles for Transdermal Delivery of Aceclofenac by Praveen Kumar Gaur, Shikha Mishra, Vidhu Aeri

“…Most new drugs have low water solubility and liposome is an important formulation to administer such drugs; however, it is quite unstable and has negligible systemic absorption. Objective. Aceclofenac nanovesicles were made using guggul lipid for formulating stable transdermal formulation. …”
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Translational succession by A. S. Slipchenko

“…At the same time, despite the change of the subject, the legal relationship itself as a systemic formation remains unchanged. The article establishes that the obligation which arose during the testator’s lifetime on the basis of a loan agreement and the obligation which was transferred to the heirs as a result of translational succession may not be the same in scope.…”
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: A 7-Year Retrospective Review by Moonyza Akmal Ahmad Kamil, Azura Mohd Affandi

“…There was no difference in terms of symptoms and types of lesions among different ethnicities and genders. Majority received systemic antibiotics, more than half had retinoid, and third of the patients had surgical intervention. …”
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Universal relations and bounds for fluctuations in quasistatic small heat engines by Kosuke Ito, Guo-Hua Xu, Chao Jiang, Édgar Roldán, Raúl A. Rica-Alarcón, Ignacio A. Martínez, Gentaro Watanabe

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FDK-Type Algorithms with No Backprojection Weight for Circular and Helical Scan CT by A. V. Narasimhadhan, Kasi Rajgopal

“…Advances in solid-state electronic detector technologies lend importance to CT systems with the equispaced linear array, the planar (flat panel) detectors, and the corresponding algorithms. …”
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Intelligent Modeling; Single (Multi-layer perceptron) and Hybrid (Neuro-Fuzzy Network) Method in Forest Degradation (Case Study: Sari County) by somayeh mehrabadi

“…In the hybridization theory, which is also called intelligent hybrid systems, two or more single intelligent methods are combined to eliminate or rectify the shortcomings and limitations of single methods. …”
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