Path Algebra-Driven Classification Solution to Realize User-Centric Performance-Oriented Virtual Network Embeddings by Stelios Prekas, Panagiotis A. Karkazis, Panagiotis Trakadas

“…The intense diversity of the Next-Generation Networking environments like 6G and the forthcoming deployment of immersive applications with varied user-specific requirements transform the efficient allocation of resources into a real challenge. Traditional solutions like the shortest path algorithm and mono-constraint methodologies are inadequate to handle customized user-defined performance parameters and effectively classify physical resources according to these intricate demands. …”
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Improving energy efficiency for intelligent reflecting surface assisted PD-NOMA in EH relaying network by Hong Nguyen-Thi, Thuc Kieu-Xuan, Thang Le-Nhat, Anh Le-Thi

“…We also construct a Particle swarm optimization (PSO)-based program to optimize the EE depending on power allocation for NOMA users and phase shift of the IRS elements. …”
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Robust Expansion Planning of Electric Vehicle Charging System and Distribution Networks by Yue Xiang, Ping Xue, Yanliang Wang, Lixiong Xu, Wang Ma, Miadreza Shafie-khah, Junlong Li, Junyong Liu

“…Finally, it is solved to perform distributionally robust expansion planning by the column and constraint generation algorithm. Effectiveness and scalability of the proposed planning method are illustrated by numerical case studies. …”
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Designing a work program for the discipline based on the elements of competencies by A. M. Polyanskiy, E. A. Smirnova

“…According to the authors, the use of the elements of competences allocated from the texts of standards, scientific and methodological developments and other sources of the subject field of activity of the university graduate, allows to determine the set and content of knowledge, skills and knowledge necessary for training in the field of preparation more fully, rationally distribute them among educational disciplines and practices, to form the main didactic units of the work program of the academic discipline, to ensure the traceability of the requirements to the results of mastering the disciplines to a specific source of requirements.In the process of research, a methodology for the collection, processing and systematization of information necessary for the preparation of documents for the organization of the educational process at the department of the university was developed and approved; the analysis of professional and branch standards of software engineering is carried out; an array of elements of competencies required by the graduate training directions 09.03.04 is formed; software tools for processing and structuring information, managing changes in the elements of competences, taking into account the interrelations between them are proposed.The article describes the structure of the data array of competencies required by the graduate of the bachelor’s degree in the direction of training 09.03.04 “Software Engineering”; the results of the analysis of the main types of competence sources are presented: the educational standard in the specified direction of bachelor’s degree, professional standards and branch standards of software engineering, ontological and architectural models of entities of the subject domain; an algorithm for the collection, processing and systematization of information necessary for the formation of competency elements; examples of forming various types elements of competences are given.The study has showed that the competence approach, expanded in the proposed methodology, to the formation of working programs of educational disciplines and practices of the basic professional educational program of higher education allows to ensure the completeness, relevance and consistency of the requirements for the preparation of students, the rational distribution of the subject matter of the teaching material between disciplines and their mutual coherence in the educational process.…”
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Evolutionary game-based cooperative strategy for effective capacity of multiple-input-multiple-output communications by Jianhua Liu, Jiadi Yu, Minglu Li, Luqun Li, Dazhi Li, Shigen Shen

“…Numerical results show that the proposed algorithm can effectively improve the quality of service for mobile two-dimensional multiple-input-multiple-output communication networks.…”
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Patterns and risk factors of falls among older adults: a systematic review by Tetiana Yermakova

“…The first algorithm is based on extracting documents with the highest citation metrics. …”
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Prediction of additional hospital days in patients undergoing cervical spine surgery with machine learning methods by Bin Zhang, Shengsheng Huang, Chenxing Zhou, Jichong Zhu, Tianyou Chen, Sitan Feng, Chengqian Huang, Zequn Wang, Shaofeng Wu, Chong Liu, Xinli Zhan

“…Accurate AHD predictions enable efficient resource allocation, improved patient care, and potential cost reduction in healthcare.Methods The study selected CS patients undergoing cervical spine surgery and investigated their medical data. …”
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Genetics of kidney stones and the role of genetic testing in prevention: a guide for urologists by Francesco Pintus, Noemi Giordano, Daniela Francesca Giachino, Giorgia Mandrile

“…This paper reviews the updated evidences in KSD genetics and suggest a diagnostic algorithm aimed to increase the diagnostic rate of genetic stones, allowing a personalized treatment and, in turn, a higher disease-free survival for the patients and a more efficient allocation of resources, analyzing the cost-effectiveness of genetic testing in urolithiasis. …”
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Smart grid stability prediction model using two-way attention based hybrid deep learning and MPSO by Umesh Kumar Lilhore, Surjeet Dalal, Magdalena Radulescu, Marinela Barbulescu

“…In smart grid management, precise stability prediction is a complicated task that adds to the effective allocation of resources with grid stability. Specifically, demand-side management is considered an essential element of the overall Smart Grids system. …”
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The clinical performance of an office-based risk scoring system for fatal cardiovascular diseases in North-East of Iran. by Sadaf G Sepanlou, Reza Malekzadeh, Hossein Poustchi, Maryam Sharafkhah, Saeed Ghodsi, Fatemeh Malekzadeh, Arash Etemadi, Akram Pourshams, Paul D Pharoah, Christian C Abnet, Paul Brennan, Paolo Boffetta, Sanford M Dawsey, Farin Kamangar

“…Risk scoring systems for CVD are needed to prioritize allocation of limited resources. Most of these risk score algorithms have been based on a long array of risk factors including blood markers of lipids. …”
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Information-guided adaptive learning approach for active surveillance of infectious diseases by Qi Tan, Chenyang Zhang, Jiwen Xia, Ruiqi Wang, Lian Zhou, Zhanwei Du, Benyun Shi

“…Based on a probabilistic model, we evaluate the information gain of monitoring a spatio-temporal target and design a greedy selection algorithm for monitoring targets selection. Moreover, we integrate two major surveillance objectives, i.e., informativeness and coverage, in the monitoring target selection. …”
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The protocol for a multicentre prospective randomized noninferiority trial of surgical reduction versus non-surgical casting for displaced distal radius fractures in children: Chil... by Daniel C. Perry, Juul Achten, James Mason, Daphne Kounail, Nicolas Nicolaou, David Metcalfe, Mark Lyttle, Elizabeth Tutton, Duncan Appelbe, Phoebe Gibson, Matthew L. Costa

“…Each patient will be randomly allocated (1:1), stratified using a minimization algorithm by centre, fracture type at presentation (completely off-ended or incompletely off-ended), fracture location (metaphyseal or physeal), and age group (four to six years or seven to ten years) to either a regimen of non-surgical casting or surgical reduction. …”
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Lossless Hyperspectral Image Compression in Comet Interceptor and Hera Missions with Restricted Bandwith by Kasper Skog, Tomáš Kohout, Tomáš Kašpárek, Antti Penttilä, Monika Wolfmayr, Jaan Praks

“…These results contribute valuable knowledge to the behavioral characteristics of both algorithms and provide insight for entities planning on using either algorithm on board planetary missions.…”
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SimpleMating: R‐package for prediction and optimization of breeding crosses using genomic selection by Marco Antônio Peixoto, Rodrigo Rampazo Amadeu, Leonardo Lopes Bhering, Luís Felipe V. Ferrão, Patrício R. Munoz, Márcio F. R. Resende Jr.

“…Herein, we describe a new computational package for mate allocation in a breeding program. SimpleMating is a flexible and open‐source R package originally designed to predict and optimize breeding crosses in crops with different reproductive systems and breeding designs. …”
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Machine learning-based academic performance prediction with explainability for enhanced decision-making in educational institutions by Wesam Ahmed, Mudasir Ahmad Wani, Pawel Plawiak, Souham Meshoul, Amena Mahmoud, Mohamed Hammad

“…Abstract Education is crucial for the growth of effective life skills and the allocation of needed resources. Higher education institutions are adopting advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance traditional teaching methods. …”
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Hydropneumatic storage methodology towards a new era of hybrid energy system's efficiency and flexibility by JoaoS.T. Coelho, Modesto Pérez-Sánchez, Oscar E. Coronado-Hernández, Mohsen Besharat, Rui-Lin Feng, Elias Tasca, Ling Zhou, Helena M. Ramos

“…The optimization of hybrid systems through Solver and Python algorithms with various objective functions enables optimal design choices tailored to specific needs such as drinking water supply, irrigation, or industrial processes. …”
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Clinical prediction model for MODY type diabetes mellitus in children by D. N. Laptev, E. A. Sechko, E. M. Romanenkova, I. A. Eremina, O. B. Bezlepkina, V. A. Peterkova, N. G. Mokrysheva

“…The use of the developed model in clinical practice will assist in the selection of patients for diagnostic genetic testing for MODY, which will allow for the efficient allocation of healthcare resources, the selection of personalized treatment and patient monitoring.…”
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Perceptual-Preference-Based Touring Routes in Xishu Gardens Using Panoramic Digital-Twin Modeling by Xueqian Gong, Zhanyuan Zhu, Li Guo, Yong Zhong, Deshun Zhang, Jing Li, Manqin Yao, Wei Yong, Mengjia Li, Yujie Huang

“…Accordingly, the proposed model synchronizes Type II peak-hour throughput with Type I off-peak experiential depth using dynamic path allocation algorithms. This study underscores the strong spatial guidance mechanisms of Xishu Gardens, supporting tourism management and heritage conservation.…”
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Two-layer energy optimization of HVAC system in a cement factory building by Xiaoquan Lu, Kaijie Fang, Yuqi Zhou, Ju Sheng, Hanmiao Chen

“…Finally, a typical case of a double-story model of a cement factory office building using the GA algorithm was compared and verified, showing the effectiveness of the proposed model.…”
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Research on underwater disease target detection method of inland waterway based on deep learning by Tao Yu, Yu Xie, Jinsong Luo, Wei Zhu, Jie Liu

“…Secondly, the coordinate attention (CA) module is introduced to allocate attention resources to key areas, so as to reduce the interference of complex background in underwater environment. …”
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