Optical and electronic properties of hybrid organic-inorganic perovskite type [NH3-(CH2)3-COOH]2HgCl4 by Ouaaka El Mustafa, Khechoubi El Mostafa

“…The electronic properties total and partial densities of states (TDOS, PDOS), and band structure are calculated using density functional theory (DFT). The experimental and theoretical (DFT) band gap values are compared.…”
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Exploring the Node Importance and Its Influencing Factors in the Railway Freight Transportation Network in China by Qipeng Sun, Xiaozhuang Guo, Wenjing Jiang, Haiying Ding, Tingzhen Li, Xingbo Xu

“…Based on complex network theory and the national railway cargo exchange data of China’s provinces, this study constructs an RFTN model with the 31 provinces as the nodes and measures the values of Hub and PageRank for the 31 provinces. …”
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Forecast of Freight Volume in Xi’an Based on Gray GM (1, 1) Model and Markov Forecasting Model by Fan Yang, Xiaoying Tang, Yingxin Gan, Xindan Zhang, Jianchang Li, Xin Han

“…Finally, the revised predicted values of the freight volume based on the Gray–Markov forecasting model in Xi’an from 2009 to 2013 are calculated. It is proved in theory and practice that the Gray–Markov forecasting model has high accuracy and can provide relevant policy bases for the traffic management department of Xi’an.…”
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Combined Rough Sets and Rule-Based Expert System to Support Environmentally Oriented Sandwich Pallet Loading Problem by Piotr Sawicki, Hanna Sawicka, Marek Karkula, Krzysztof Zajda

“…This study introduces an innovative approach combining Dominance-Based Rough Set Theory (DRST) with a rule-based expert system to improve the efficiency of the pallet loading and to provide sustainable development. …”
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Multilayer Shielding Design for Intermediate Radioactive Waste Storage Drums: A Comparative Study between FLUKA and QAD-CGA by Wenqian Li, Xuegang Liu, Ming Li, Yilin Huang, Sheng Fang

“…The analysis shows that appropriate corrections in QAD-CGA can make the trend of the calculation results more consistent with the theory. In FLUKA calculation, with optimized setting and VRT adopted, the calculation efficiency can be improved more than 20 times. …”
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Project Portfolio Resource Risk Assessment considering Project Interdependency by the Fuzzy Bayesian Network by Libiao Bai, Kaimin Zhang, Huijing Shi, Min An, Xiao Han

“…In this method, the project portfolio resource risk factors are first identified by taking project interdependency into consideration, and then the Bayesian network model is developed to analyze the risk level of the identified risk factors in which expert judgments and fuzzy set theory are integrated to determine the probabilities of all risk factors to deal with incomplete risk data and information. …”
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Optimized Naive-Bayes and Decision Tree Approaches for fMRI Smoking Cessation Classification by Amirhessam Tahmassebi, Amir H. Gandomi, Mieke H. J. Schulte, Anna E. Goudriaan, Simon Y. Foo, Anke Meyer-Baese

“…This paper aims at developing new theory-driven biomarkers by implementing and evaluating novel techniques from resting-state scans that can be used in relapse prediction for nicotine-dependent patients and future treatment efficacy. …”
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Strong-weak dual interface engineered electrocatalyst for large current density hydrogen evolution reaction by Shaorou Ke, Ruiyu Mi, Xin Min, Xinyu Zhu, Congyi Wu, Xin Li, Bozhi Yang, Xiaowen Wu, Yangai Liu, Zhaohui Huang, Minghao Fang

“…Experiments and density functional theory calculations reveal that the strong Pt-anatase TiO2 interface enhances hydrogen adsorption. …”
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Analysis of the Spatial and Temporal Differences of China’s Power Carbon Footprint by Zhen-Yu Zhao, Shu-Guang Yuan, Yu Fu, Ying Wang, Heng Li

“…To accurately measure the pressure of regional power production for the environment, this paper proposes the concept of renewable energy virtual carbon emission based on the carbon footprint theory. The regional power carbon footprint (PCF) depth model and the regional power carbon deficit model are constructed. …”
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Optical Characterization of Zinc Modified Bismuth Silicate Glasses by Rajesh Parmar, J. Hooda, R. S. Kundu, R. Punia, N. Kishore

“…Optical constants n and k obey k-k consistency and the dielectric response of the studied glass system is similar to that obtained for Classical Electron Theory of Dielectric Materials. The calculated values of the metallization criterion (M) show that the synthesized glasses may be good candidates for new nonlinear optical materials.…”
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Perceptions and experiences of healthcare professionals of implementing the Organ Donation (Deemed Consent) Act in England during the Covid-19 pandemic by Mustafa Al-Haboubi, Leah McLaughlin, Lorraine Williams, Jane Noyes, Stephen O’Neill, Paul Boadu, Jennifer Bostock, Nicholas Mays

“…Methods Mixed-methods study informed by Normalisation Process Theory, based on two national surveys of health care professionals and interviews, observations and document analysis, across two case study sites. …”
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Demography and fitness of Sesamia inferens Walker (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) on three important gramineous crops by Chen Li, Zhen Shen, Liang-De Tang, Xi-Ya Wang, Yuan-Qin Huang, Yu-Fei Zhang, Ming-Yue Mu, Guy Smagghe, Lian-Sheng Zang

“…Methods In this context, we assessed the adaptation of S. inferens to three gramineous crop host plants (maize, rice and sorghum) based on age-stage, two-sex life table theory. Results Sesamia inferens had the highest development time, survival rate and total longevity on rice, followed by on sorghum and maize. …”
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Characterizing suburban soil and microbial properties along a soil age chronosequence by Andie Suratt, Kavisha Behl, Wai Lam Hong, Yae Eun Yoon, Steven D. Allison

“…We predicted that urbanized soils would experience shifts in physical characteristics and microbial function over time consistent with ecological succession theory, but residential soils would maintain novel moisture and nutrient regimes compared to undeveloped soils, never “recovering” to a pre‐developed state. …”
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Peculiarities of the University’s Educational Environment Implementation in the Organization of Future Teachers’ Pedagogical Practice by M. A. Chervonnyy, A. A. Vlasova, T. V. Shvaleva, T. T. Gazizov

“…Primary attention in solving this problem is paid to the conditions for the manifestation of personal student initiatives: the creation of platforms for dialogue, the provision of a periodic process of transition from practice to theory and vice versa, the use of operators of semiotic diagnostics of changes in students’ personal interests. …”
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Day-Ahead Two-Stage Bidding Strategy for Multi-Photovoltaic Storage Charging Stations Based on Bidding Space by Fulu Yan, Lifeng Wei, Jun Yang, Binbin Shi

“…Thirdly, the two-stage model is transformed into a single-layer, mixed-integer linear programming problem using dyadic theory and Karush–Kuhn–Tucker (KKT) conditions, enabling the derivation of the optimal bidding strategy. …”
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The importance of transportation networks and urban services in assessing the functional balance of human settlements: The case of the Makkah region in Saudi Arabia by Amani Derbali, Salma Dwidar, Amal Abdelsattar, Donia Abdelgawad, Abdallah Farhi

“…The investigation is then enhanced by additional factors such as the functional weight, retail services, and services related to pilgrims’ rituals. Our theory posits that Makkah Province is subject to the issue of urban primacy, evinced by the fact that the region receives a disproportionate share of the nation’s resources and services. …”
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Experimental Study on the Mechanical Properties and Damage Evolution of Hollow Cylindrical Granite Specimens Subjected to Cyclic Coupled Static-Dynamic Loads by Yongming Xue, Bing Dai, Ying Chen, Lei Zhang, Guicheng He, Zhijun Zhang

“…Based on the one-dimensional stress wave theory, the damage variables of wave impedance during the cyclic impact loading of the rock with vertical holes are defined. …”
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Machine learning and public health policy evaluation: research dynamics and prospects for challenges by Zhengyin Li, Hui Zhou, Zhen Xu, Qingyang Ma

“…However, challenges such as lack of model interpretability, the perpetuation of health inequities, data bias, and privacy concerns remain significant.DiscussionTo address these challenges, the article suggests integrating data-driven and theory-driven approaches to improve model interpretability, developing multi-level data strategies to reduce bias and mitigate health inequities, ensuring data privacy through technical safeguards and legal frameworks, and employing validation and benchmarking strategies to enhance model robustness and reproducibility.…”
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On the Ionosphere–Atmosphere–Lithosphere Coupling During the 9 November 2022 Italian Earthquake by Mirko Piersanti, Giulia D’Angelo, Dario Recchiuti, Fabio Lepreti, Paola Cusano, Enza De Lauro, Vincenzo Carbone, Pietro Ubertini, Mariarosaria Falanga

“…This finding is further corroborated by the MILC analytical model, which accurately simulates the observed Ep trends (within 5%), supporting the theory of Lithosphere–Atmosphere–Ionosphere–Magnetosphere coupling. …”
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Solid-Gas Flow Characteristics of Drilling Bit-Rod Integral Structure by Hongtu Zhang, Ouya Zhang, Le Wei, Banghua Yao

“…Sampling based on negative pressure pneumatic conveying method is an important theory in determining coal bed methane (CBM) content. …”
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