Integrated Machine Learning and Region Growing Algorithms for Enhanced Concrete Crack Detection: A Novel Approach by Wenxuan Yao, Hui Li, Yanlin Li

“…During structural repair, crack detection is the most critical step. Automatic detection significantly reduces the engineering cost and human factor error compared with manual detection. …”
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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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Fatty Acid Profile in Field-Collected Seaweed, Lipid Extraction Optimization, and Food Functional Properties by Nabeel Gnayem, Razan Unis, Rima Gnaim, Álvaro Israel, Jallal Gnaim, Alexander Golberg

“…Additionally, lipid extraction was optimized using food-grade solvents, reaction temperatures, and the functional properties of selected green and brown seaweeds. …”
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How mindfulness-based training improves stress-related health: a selective review of randomized clinical trials comparing psychological mechanisms of action by Lara M. C. Puhlmann, Lara M. C. Puhlmann, Lara M. C. Puhlmann, Veronika Engert, Veronika Engert, Veronika Engert

“…We examine two comparative frameworks, the prominent Monitor and Acceptance Theory (MAT) and the ReSource training program, an intervention protocol designed to disentangle mindfulness components in a large-scale mental training project. …”
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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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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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A Multisource Dynamic Fusion Network for Urban Functional Zone Identification on Remote Sensing, POI, and Building Footprint by Hangfeng Qiao, Huiping Jiang, Gang Yang, Faming Jing, Weiwei Sun, Chenyang Lu, Xiangchao Meng

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Functional Tests\' Sensitivity and Specificity for Return to Sport After ACL Reconstruction: A Scoping Review by Parisa Sedaghati, Mohammad Ghafoori, Ali Parvaneh Sarand

“…Furthermore, a manual search of the sources of articles was conducted and thoroughly examined. …”
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Understanding Impedance Response Characteristics of a Piezoelectric-Based Smart Interface Subjected to Functional Degradations by Ba-Phu Nguyen, Quang Hung Tran, Thanh-Truong Nguyen, Ananta Man Singh Pradhan, Thanh-Canh Huynh

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Multimorbidity patterns and function among adults in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review by Karina Berner, Quinette A Louw, Eugene Nizeyimana, Diribsa Tsegaye Bedada

“…Objectives To map the scope of available evidence on relationships between multimorbidity patterns and functioning among adults in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), and describe methods used.Design Scoping review guided by a five-step methodological framework and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews reporting guidelines.Data sources PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, EBSCOhost (CINAHL) and Cochrane databases were searched from January 1976 to March 2023, plus reference lists of included studies.Eligibility criteria for selecting studies Peer-reviewed full-text articles or conference proceedings of any design, published in English or Afrikaans, involving adults (>18 years) with multimorbidity living in LMICs. …”
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A specifically designed multi-biotic reduces uremic toxin generation and improves kidney function by Alice Beau, Jane Natividad, Berengère Benoit, Philippe Delerive, Stéphane Duboux, Yuan Feng, Marie Jammes, Cecile Barnel, Giuseppina Sequino, Claudie Pinteur, Griet Glorieux, Denis Fouque, Hubert Vidal, Laetitia Koppe

“…We further designed a novel specific multi-biotic for CKD (SynCKD) [containing a probiotic Lactobacillus johnsonii NCC533, a prebiotic (1% cellobiose), and a postbiotic (1% short and medium chain triglycerides C4-C8, a source of butyrate)]. SynCKD effectively curtailed UT precursor generation ex vivo. …”
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Accuracy of a ground-coupled antenna based non-contact method for detecting the integrity of lining contours by Ruilang Cao, Yanqing Yang, Yujie Wang, Xingsong Sun

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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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YOLO-LSM: A Lightweight UAV Target Detection Algorithm Based on Shallow and Multiscale Information Learning by Chenxing Wu, Changlong Cai, Feng Xiao, Jiahao Wang, Yulin Guo, Longhui Ma

“…To address challenges such as large-scale variations, high density of small targets, and the large number of parameters in deep learning-based target detection models, which limit their deployment on UAV platforms with fixed performance and limited computational resources, a lightweight UAV target detection algorithm, YOLO-LSM, is proposed. …”
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Comparative study on bivariate statistical characteristics of drought in Shandong using SPI and SPEI by Jian Liu, Jun Xia, Mingsen Wang

“…A comparison of the return period using the bivariate copula function indicated that minor differences existed for the same drought event in the same meteorological station of SPI and SPEI. …”
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Unlocking microbiota potential: the role of organic copper in enhancing healthy white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) farming by Jinzhu Yang, Xiaoyang Yao, Zhonghao Zhang, Gang Lin, Mingzhu Li, Kangsen Mai, Yanjiao Zhang

“…Furthermore, host-selective pressure shaped the unique microbiota composition in the intestine and gill, which differed from the surrounding water and water source, with the gill microbiota potentially serving as a transitional bridge shaping the intestinal microbiota. …”
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Aqueous extracts of Portulaca oleracea L. alleviate atopic dermatitis by restoring skin barrier function by Haobin Wei, Zhang Chen, Zhang Chen, Wenjie Lai, Wenjie Lai, Wenxian Wang, Xiqing Bian, Xiqing Bian, Limin Zhang, Xinzhi Li, Xinzhi Li

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Three‐Dimensional Habitat Structure Drives Avian Functional and Trait Diversity Across North America by Colin P. Sweeney, William Peterman, Kaiguang Zhao, Karen Goodell, Benjamin Zuckerberg, Marta A. Jarzyna

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LI-YOLOv8: Lightweight small target detection algorithm for remote sensing images that combines GSConv and PConv. by Pingping Yan, Xiangming Qi, Liang Jiang

“…In the domain of remote sensing image small target detection, challenges such as difficulties in extracting features of small targets, complex backgrounds that easily lead to confusion with targets, and high computational complexity with significant resource consumption are prevalent. …”
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A comprehensive machine learning for high throughput Tuberculosis sequence analysis, functional annotation, and visualization by Md. Saddam Hossain, Md. Parvez Khandocar, Farzana Akter Riti, Md. Yeakub Ali, Prithbey Raj Dey, S M Jahurul Haque, Amira Metouekel, Atrsaw Asrat Mengistie, Mohammed Bourhia, Farid Khallouki, Khalid S. Almaary

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