YOLOv8-CBSE: An Enhanced Computer Vision Model for Detecting the Maturity of Chili Pepper in the Natural Environment by Yane Ma, Shujuan Zhang

“…Additionally, SRFD and DRFD modules are introduced to replace the original convolutional layers, effectively capturing features at different scales and enhancing the diversity and adaptability of the model through the feature fusion mechanism. To further improve detection accuracy, the EIoU loss function is used instead of the CIoU loss function to provide more comprehensive loss information. …”
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Pequi-Derived Carbon Dots as a Fluorescence Quenching Sensor for Sensitive Detection of Fe3+ Ions by B. P. Oliveira, I. M. Sampaio, J. J. P. Oliveira, S. V. Carneiro, R. A. Antunes, P. B. A. Fechine, F. O. M. S. Abreu

“…This study presents the pequi (Caryocar coriaceum) as a new biomass source for carbon dots synthesis. The pequi almond, usually discarded, was used as the biomass precursor in one-step hydrothermal green synthesis of carbon dots. …”
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YOLOv10-kiwi: a YOLOv10-based lightweight kiwifruit detection model in trellised orchards by Jie Ren, Wendong Wang, Yuan Tian, Jinrong He

“…To address the challenge of real-time kiwifruit detection in trellised orchards, this paper proposes YOLOv10-Kiwi, a lightweight detection model optimized for resource-constrained devices. …”
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MDA-DETR: Enhancing Offending Animal Detection with Multi-Channel Attention and Multi-Scale Feature Aggregation by Haiyan Zhang, Huiqi Li, Guodong Sun, Feng Yang

“…Conflicts between humans and animals in agricultural and settlement areas have recently increased, resulting in significant resource loss and risks to human and animal lives. …”
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Abstract 260: TCD Bubble test as a Screening tool for detection of Patent Foramen Ovale in Stroke by Danish Ahammed PK, Paul Alapatt, Aiswarya Raj, Ashraf VV, Shafeed Mattummal

“…Results TCD Bubble test was detected to be positive in 36 patients and negative in 27 patients. …”
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Application of CRISPR-Cas System in Human Papillomavirus Detection Using Biosensor Devices and Point-of-Care Technologies by Chang He, Yongqi Li, Jinkuan Liu, Zhu Li, Xue Li, Jeong-Woo Choi, Heng Li, Shan Liu, Chen-zhong Li

“…Therefore, the development of rapid, high-throughput, and sensitive HPV detection platforms is important, especially in regions with limited access to advanced medical resources. …”
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Enhancing Shiga toxin detection using surface plasmon resonance a study of antibody immobilization strategies by Zahra Karbalaee, Ali Hossein Rezayan, Ramezan Ali Taheri, Seyed Ali Mirhosseini, Mohammad Barshan-Tashnizi

“…The approach demonstrates particular promise for rapid, label-free detection of bacterial toxins in resource-limited settings.…”
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Diagnostic Ability and Capacity of Optical Coherence Tomography-Angiography to Detect Retinal and Vascular Changes in Patients with Fibromyalgia by Elena Garcia-Martin, Alvaro Tello, Elisa Vilades, Javier Perez-Velilla, Beatriz Cordon, Diego Fernandez-Velasco, Javier Garcia-Campayo, Marta Puebla-Guedea, Maria Satue

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Detection and classification of hypertensive retinopathy based on retinal image analysis using a deep learning approach by Bambang Krismono Triwijoyo, Ahmat Adil, Muhammad Zulfikri

“…These gap factors make the research on hypertensive retinopathy urgent since it requires an early detection model to improve treatment accuracy and prevent heart attacks and strokes before they happen. …”
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PdYOLO: A Lightweight Algorithm for Detecting Peach Fruits Against a Peach Tree Background by Jiajun Zhang, Jialin Zhang, Kazuki Kobayashi

“…First, the CIOU regression loss function in YOLOv8s is replaced with the WIoUv2 regression loss function, effectively alleviating the negative impact of uneven distribution of positive and negative samples during model training through a more balanced gradient gain distribution strategy, which significantly improves detection accuracy. …”
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Portable immuno nano biosensor for multiple disease detection using 3D printed SPR technologies by Aparanji Poosarla, Jagannadha Rao Mokka, Kolla Venkata Atchuta Rao, Mano Pardhavi Dasari

“…The sensor showed the highest sensitivity at 50X concentration of antigen and least at 10x concentration stating maximum and minimum values for a limit of detection. This device using this principle could has wide functionalities to detect multiple biological samples by changing the antibodies to our respective analyte over the reaction chip for multiple times with low cost.…”
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Research on Fault Detection Technology for Circuit Breaker Operating Mechanism Combinations Based on Deep Residual Networks by Hongping Shao, Yizhe Jiang, Jianeng Zhao, Xueteng Li, Mingzhan Zhang, Mingkun Yang, Xinyu Wang, Hao Yang

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Performance optimization of active RIS-assisted near-shore dual-function radar communicaiton system by XU Miao, YUE Dianwu, SUN Yu, WU Xiangkai, YUAN Meng

“…To address the issues of poor communication quality, high demand for radar detection, and scarce scarcity of spectrum resources for maritime users in coastal waters, an offshore dual-function radar communication (DFRC) system assisted by a shipborne active reconfigurable intelligent surface (ARIS) was studied. …”
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Principles of Organization and Functioning of Mini-CHP Plants Using Local Fuels in Conditions of Hydrogen Energy by R. S. Ignatovich

“…It is noted that a potential way to develop such energy sources is to switch to multi-purpose product development based on the principles of operation of the energy hub, which will potentially reduce the dependence of the energy source on the operation of the Unified Energy System (UES). …”
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Candidate genes associated with fatty acid compositions in north American Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) by Barbara L. Langille, Manuel Juárez, Nuria Prieto, Solomon Boison, Panya Sae Lim, Bruce D. Swift, Amber F. Garber

“…Atlantic salmon is a major dietary source of nutritious and digestible fatty acids. Here, we set out to uncover the genomic basis of individual fatty acids and indices (saturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, n-3, and n-6) in 208 North American Atlantic salmon, to understand selection potential toward increasing relative quantities of essential fatty acids and to identify candidate genes for future research. …”
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Mid-Water Ocean Current Field Estimation Using Radial Basis Functions Based on Multibeam Bathymetric Survey Data for AUV Navigation by Jiawen Liu, Kaixuan Wang, Shuai Chang, Lin Pan

“…This makes unknown ocean currents a significant error source that leads to substantial cumulative positioning errors. …”
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Objective Function Formulation to Optimize Control Structure Parameters Using Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms by Rafal Szczepanski, Krystian Erwinski, Tomasz Tarczewski

“…This paper uses a nature-inspired optimization algorithm to discuss the automatic selection of control structure parameters. The commonly used quality indicators are presented and analyzed for the optimization process of the control system. …”
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Atmospheric Modulation Transfer Function Calculation and Error Evaluation for the Panchromatic Band of the Gaofen-2 Satellite by Zhengqiang Li, Mingjun Liang, Yan Ma, Yang Zheng, Zhaozhou Li, Zhenting Chen

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Early detection to improve outcome in people with undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis: the PROMPT research programme including RCT by Neil McHugh, Laura Bojke, Mel Brooke Turfrey, Rachel Charlton, Myka Ransom, Laura C Coates, Howard Collier, Claire Davies, Emma Dures, Philip Helliwell, Jana James, Anya Lissina, Vishnu B Madhok, Alison L Nightingale, Jonathan Packham, Catherine Smith, Eldon Spackman, Cerys Tassinari, William Tillett, Sarah T Brown

“…Surveillance for undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis generally detects mild cases as measured by physical function. …”
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Awareness and Attitude towards Functional Dairy Products among Consumers in Western Province of Sri Lanka by Narayana Mudiyanselage Nayana Kumari Narayana, Sanjeewa Fernando, Gangani Chandima Samaraweera

“…The study was conducted using a pre-tested structured questionnaire during June to November 2018, with the participation of 307 purposively selected consumers. Information on consumers’ tendency towards a healthy life style, awareness and perception on health benefits of functional foods and dairy products, confidence on different information sources etc. were recorded. …”
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