YOLOv8-Based Estimation of Estrus in Sows Through Reproductive Organ Swelling Analysis Using a Single Camera by Iyad Almadani, Mohammed Abuhussein, Aaron L. Robinson

“…By using this comprehensive approach, we significantly enhanced the accuracy of estrus detection in sows while effectively mitigating human errors and resource wastage. …”
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Comparative efficacy of robotic exoskeleton and conventional gait training in patients with spinal cord injury: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Shengye Liu, Fangyuan Chen, Jianqiao Yin, Guanqi Wang, Liyu Yang

“…Study selection Eligible randomized controlled trials contained information on the population (SCI), intervention (REGT), and outcomes (walking speed and distance, walking balance, functional scores for SCI rehabilitation, respiratory function). …”
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Prediction of new candidate proteins and analysis of sub-modules and protein hubs associated with seed development in rice (Oryza sativa) using an ensemble network-based systems bi... by M. R. P. De Silva, J. W. J. K. Weeraman, S. Piyatissa, P. C. Fernando

“…Using a list of known seed development proteins from the Gene Ontology (GO) knowledgebase and literature, novel candidate proteins for seed development were predicted using an ensemble of network-based algorithms, including Majority Voting, Hishigaki Algorithm, Functional Flow, and Random Walk with Restart, which were selected based on their popularity and usability. …”
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Porous Carbon Fabricated by Microbial Pretreatment of Brewer’s Grain for the Improvement of Toluene Adsorption Performance by Jingxin Wang, Xiaohong Wang, Xiaoping Lin, Ziyi Yu, Davide Vione, Haomin Huang, Xiaohong Zhang, Yanhong Zhang, Jiaqi He, Yun Xia, Hansun Fang

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MODERN DENTAL ALLOYS: STATUS OF THE ISSUE by V.D. Kindii

“…Results. A selection of 33 scientific articles was formed as a result of the conducted search and selection of scientific works that most closely corresponded to the set goal of the research. …”
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Effectiveness of telerehabilitation in postoperative outcomes in patients on hip fracture surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Huangyi Xiao, Wenshu Zeng, Lanmo Lu, Jiankun Yuan, Ziyu Yan, Jun Wang

“…An outcome measure related to hip function, functional independence, anxiety levels, walking ability, quality of life, and treatment adherence were eligible. …”
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CRISPR-Cas- and Aptamer-based Systems for Diagnosing Pathogens: A Review by Helin Yu, Wenwen Jing, Xunjia Cheng

“…Finally, we discuss Cas14-based tools as functionally stronger platforms for the detection of non-nucleic acid targets.…”
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21 Balmer Jump Street: The Nebular Continuum at High Redshift and Implications for the Bright Galaxy Problem, UV Continuum Slopes, and Early Stellar Populations by Harley Katz, Alex J. Cameron, Aayush Saxena, Laia Barrufet, Nichloas Choustikov, Nikko J. Cleri, Anna de Graff, Richard S. Ellis, Robert A.E. Fosbury, Kasper E. Heintz, Michael Maseda, Jorryt Matthee, Ian McConachie, Pascal A. Oesch

“…Second, we present a dataset of 58 galaxies observed with NIRSpec on JWST at $2.5<z<9.0$ that are selected to have strong nebular continuum emission via the detection of the Balmer jump. …”
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Analysis of variant interactions in families with autism points to genes involved in the development of the central nervous system. by Jacek Kaczyński, Marta Pasenkiewicz-Gierula

“…Analysis of the statistical interactions also points to genes whose biological functions are not yet known.…”
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Unsustainable anthropogenic mortality threatens the long-term viability of lion populations in Mozambique. by João Almeida, Willem D Briers-Louw, Agostinho Jorge, Colleen Begg, Marnus Roodbol, Hans Bauer, Andrew Loveridge, Matthew Wijers, Rob Slotow, Peter Lindsey, Kristoffer Everatt, Holly Rosier, Sean Nazerali, Lizanne Roxburgh, Hugo Pereira, Mercia da Conceicao, Armindo Araman, Osvaldo J Abrao, Alison J Leslie, Franziska Steinbruch, Vincent N Naude, Samantha K Nicholson

“…Our findings suggest that resilience to anthropogenic threats is largely a function of lion population size as well as resource and management capacity. …”
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Influence of nutritional status on rehabilitation efficacy of patients after stroke—a scoping review by Huan Chen, Caihong Fu, Weihao Fang, Zhenyao Wang, Dawei Zhang, Hu Zhang

“…Following a rigorous screening process, 13 studies were selected for detailed analysis. All selected studies were randomized controlled clinical trials. …”
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Stability Analysis and Mitigation of Thermo-Hydraulic Oscillations in Multi-Supplier District Heating Systems by Pascal Friedrich, Kirill Kuroptev, Thanh Huynh, Stefan Niessen

“…Through linearization and Laplace transformation, we derive the transfer function of a system with two suppliers. Using pole-zero analysis, we show that transport delay can cause instability. …”
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Distinct oligomeric assemblies of STING induced by non-nucleotide agonists by Anant Gharpure, Ariana Sulpizio, Johannes R. Loeffler, Monica L. Fernández-Quintero, Andy S. Tran, Luke L. Lairson, Andrew B. Ward

“…Abstract STING plays essential roles coordinating innate immune responses to processes that range from pathogenic infection to genomic instability. Its adaptor function is activated by cyclic dinucleotide (CDN) secondary messengers originating from self (2’3’-cGAMP) or bacterial sources (3’3’-CDNs). …”
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SIU-ICUD: Principles and Outcomes of Focal Therapy in Localized Prostate Cancer by Alessandro Marquis, Jonathan Olivier, Tavya G. R. Benjamin, Eric Barret, Giancarlo Marra, Claire Deleuze, Lucas Bento, Kae J. Tay, Hashim U. Ahmed, Mark Emberton, Arnauld Villers, Thomas J. Polascik, Ardeshir R. Rastinehad

“…Cancer control rates vary by energy modality, tumor characteristics, and institutional experience, demonstrating comparable outcomes to radical treatments in well-selected patients. The safety profile is excellent, with high rates of urinary continence and sexual function preservation. …”
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Making Blind Robots See: The Synergy Between Fluorescent Dyes and Imaging Devices in Automated Proteomics by Wayne F. Patton

“…Since rare proteins cannot be amplified by any type of PCR method, sensitive detection is critical to proteome projects. Fluorescence methods deliver streamlined detection protocols, superior detection sensitivity, broad linear dynamic range and excellent compatibility with modern microchemical identification methods such as mass spectrometry. …”
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A framework for personal protective equipment use in laboratories: regulatory compliance and employee protection by Segaran P. Pillai, Sarah Bradberry, Marisa Newcomer, Tanya Pittas, Kelsey Mathern

“…The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standard, outlined in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I states that Protective gear - including personal protective clothing, respiratory equipment, and barriers or shields- must be supplied, properly used, and kept clean and functional whenever there are hazards present. These hazards may arise from processes, environmental conditions, chemicals, radiation, or mechanical sources that could potentially cause injury or harm bodily functions through skin contact, inhalation, or absorption. …”
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Ensemble learning driven Kolmogorov-Arnold Networks-based Lung Cancer classification. by Abdul Rahaman Wahab Sait, Eid AlBalawi, Ramprasad Nagaraj

“…Early Lung Cancer (LC) detection is essential for reducing the global mortality rate. …”
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Lactylation: From Homeostasis to Pathological Implications and Therapeutic Strategies by Xi Chen, Yixiao Yuan, Fan Zhou, Lihua Li, Jun Pu, Yong Zeng, Xiulin Jiang

“…Moreover, we discuss advanced detection technologies and potential therapeutic interventions targeting lactylation pathways. …”
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A new fluorescent probe based on BODIPY for testing NO2 released from propellants by Ying-cui Cui, De-bin Xia, Zhong-yu Cui, Yu-jing Li, Jian Zhang, Ping Wang, Ting Guo, Kai-feng Lin, Yu-lin Yang

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Gallium oxide (Ga2O3) as a radiation detector distinguishing neutrons and gammas by D. J. Valdes, L. Rendon, J. Winkelbauer, P. Koehler, S. C. Vogel, K.-X. Sun

“…Gallium oxide (Ga2O3) is a promising ultrawide bandgap semiconductor for radiation detection with the potential of integrating electronic and scintillation functions within a single crystal device. …”
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