Prediction of permeability and effective porosity values using ANN in Maleh field by Mohammed Essa Nassani, Ali Alaji

“…An artificial neural network (ANN) was constructed with three hidden layers—comprising 15, 10, and 4 neurons, respectively—utilizing well logging parameters (CAL, VCL, NPHI, RHOB, DT) as inputs. …”
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Hybrid Models for Forecasting Allocative Localization Error in Wireless Sensor Networks by Guo Li, Hongyu Sheng

“…This study presents a machine learning-based approach to forecast Allocative Localization Error (ALE) in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs), addressing challenges such as dynamic network topologies and resource constraints. The approach utilizes Radial Basis Function (RBF) models enhanced with advanced optimization algorithms, including Coot Optimization Algorithm (COA), Smell Agent Optimization (SAO), and Northern Goshawk Optimization (NGO) to improve ALE prediction accuracy. …”
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Carnosol attenuates Acinetobacter baumannii virulence by interfering with indole-mediated quorum sensing by Binbin Cui, Ganjin Peng, Mingfang Wang, Xiaohan Kong, Hanqi Wei, Xiwen Ling, Guangliang Wu, Yinyue Deng

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GeoTemporal clustering for aquifer delineation: a big data approach to synchronizing and analyzing variable-length groundwater time series by Khalid ElHaj, Dalal Alshamsi

“…The modular clustering framework utilizes hierarchical agglomerative clustering and a custom hydrology-specific distance function. …”
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Reinforcement Learning-Based UAV Swarm Fission–Fusion Approach With Real-World Data-Integrated Validation by Xiaorong Zhang, Dacheng Qi, Wenrui Ding, Xinrui Zhang, Qingyi Liu, Yufeng Wang

“…This paper proposes a reinforcement learning–based UAV swarm fission–fusion approach with real-world data integrated validation for the swarm’s fission-fusion behavior in response to multiple unknown dynamic disturbances, along with a system validation method utilizing real-world data. The proposed approach effectively integrates fission–fusion dynamics with perception and control to enable UAV swarms to function robustly in the presence of such disturbances. …”
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Characterization of the diversity, genomic features, host bacteria, and distribution of crAss-like phages in the pig gut microbiome by Yaxiang Wang, Chao Wei, Zhe Chen, Mengqing Zhou, Lusheng Huang, Congying Chen

“…Approximately 64.73% of crAss-like phage genes lacked functional annotations, highlighting a gap in understanding their functional potential. …”
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Cost-effectiveness of prehabilitation prior to elective surgery compared to usual preoperative care: protocol for a systematic review of economic evaluations by Tanja Rombey, Helene Eckhardt, Wilm Quentin

“…Introduction Preoperative functional capacity is an important predictor of postoperative outcomes. …”
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Analysis of the need for a mobile application to support family caregivers of patients with incurable cancer – The development of the “Angehörigen-App”: a qualitative study in Swit... by Beat Huber, Natalie Röderer, Monica Fliedner, Alexander Wünsch

“…OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to investigate the utility of a mobile application to support the relatives of palliative cancer patients in Switzerland, the potential content elements of such an app, and its optimal functional and structural design. …”
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Collagenase injection versus limited fasciectomy surgery to treat Dupuytren’s contracture in adult patients in the UK: DISC, a non-inferiority RCT and economic evaluation by Joseph Dias, Puvan Tharmanathan, Catherine Arundel, Charlie Welch, Qi Wu, Paul Leighton, Maria Armaou, Belen Corbacho, Nick Johnson, Sophie James, John Cooke, Christopher Bainbridge, Michael Craigen, David Warwick, Samantha Brady, Lydia Flett, Judy Jones, Catherine Knowlson, Michelle Watson, Ada Keding, Catherine Hewitt, David Torgerson

“…Secondary outcomes included: Unité Rhumatologique des Affections de la Main scale; Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire; recurrence; extension deficit and total active movement; further care/re-intervention; complications; quality-adjusted life-year; resource use; and time to function recovery. Randomisation and blinding Online central randomisation, stratified by the most affected joint, and with variable block sizes allocates participants 1 : 1 to collagenase or limited fasciectomy. …”
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Risk factors for prolonged hospitalization in acute decompensated heart failure from the HEROES study by Mateusz Lucki, Przemysław Mitkowski, Ewa Lucka, Marek Grygier, Ewa Straburzyńska-Migaj, Robert Morawiec, Agnieszka Kapłon-Cieślicka, Agata Galas, Katarzyna Byczkowska, Piotr Hamala, Iwona Gorczyca-Głowacka, Anna Furman-Niedziejko, Dominika Klimczak-Tomaniak, Agnieszka Major, Adrian Stefański, Mateusz Guzik, Małgorzata Zachura, Mateusz Staciwa, Ewa Pierzchała, Maciej Nadel, Maciej Lesiak

“…Early identification of high-risk patients may facilitate personalized management and optimize healthcare resource utilization.…”
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Green synthesis and detailed characterization of selenium nanoparticles derived from Alangium salviifolium (L.f) Wangerin by Karunya Saravanan, Manivannan Madhaiyan, Prabu Periyasamy, Prasath Manivannan, Alpaslan Bayrakdar, Dr. V. Balakrishnan

“…This study not only highlights an effective green synthesis route for Se NPs but also underscores the importance of utilizing natural resources in nanomaterial production. …”
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A Comprehensive Metabolomic Analysis of Volatile and Non-Volatile Compounds in <i>Folium Artemisia argyi</i> Tea from Different Harvest Times by Hui Wu, Liya Niu, Jiguang Chen, Haixia Xu, Cailin Kong, Jianhui Xiao

“…To develop and utilize <i>Folium Artemisia argyi</i> (FAA) tea resources, UPLC-MS/MS, HS-GC-IMS, and HS-SPME/GC×GC-TOFMS were adopted to analyze its volatile and non-volatile compounds, when harvested from March to June, in combination with its antioxidant activity. …”
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Design of Smart Plant Electrical Signal Monitoring System for Indoor Farming by Afif Saifuddin, Wiratmoko Ardan, Nugroho Andri Prima, Okayasu Takashi, Sutiarso Lilik

“…Calibration for this system needs a function generator. The calibration result is analyzed using statistical methods such as MAPE. …”
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Development of a Zynq-Based Seismic Acquisition Station for the Exploration of Antarctic Subglacial Lakes by Keyu Zhou, Qisheng Zhang, Linyan Guo, Guangkun Feng, Changhong Li, Jinhang Zhang, Qifei Zhang

“…The main controller utilizes a Zynq series system-on-chip integrated with an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) and an ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), enabling functions such as local data storage on a secure digital card, Wi-Fi wireless human–machine interaction, and high-speed Ethernet data transmission. …”
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Zero-Shot Learning for Accurate Project Duration Prediction in Crowdsourcing Software Development by Tahir Rashid, Inam Illahi, Qasim Umer, Muhammad Arfan Jaffar, Waheed Yousuf Ramay, Hanadi Hakami

“…Crowdsourcing Software Development (CSD) platforms, i.e., TopCoder, function as intermediaries connecting clients with developers. …”
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ICP Enhancement Algorithm for 6D Pose Tracking of Household Objects by Hyunho Hwang, Hyunsoo Shin, Ji-Hun Bae, Sungon Lee

“…We estimate the initial pose using RGB keypoints and fine-tune the weights of the loss function to achieve an accurate pose by considering the flat and rotational symmetric properties of the object. …”
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ScreenSafeFuture: A parent-empathetic and pragmatic mhealth application for toddlers' brain development addressing screen-addiction challenges by Nafisa Anjum, Md. Mehedi Hasan, Syeda Umme Salma, Liang Zhao, Maria Valero de Clemente, Nazmus Sakib

“…Final milestone will analyse changes in parental knowledge, shifts in parental attitudes, and increased awareness of resources. These development phases will utilize the Delphi panel consensus for a more reliable and robust outcome, ensuring its effectiveness in addressing screen addiction challenges and supporting younger generations' healthy development.…”
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An exploration of the research framework for the coupling of farmland and rural residential land use transition under the perspective of spatial production by LI Jingjing, FENG Yingbin, GU Lei, LI Yue

“…[Results] By analyzing the spatiotemporal and micro-characteristics of the coupling of farmland and rural residential land use transition from explicit and implicit perspectives, dividing the pattern by combining the types of natural resources, rural development, and functional changes, and considering the influencing factors of nature, society, economy, culture, and ecology as a whole system, a framework of the coupling mechanism of farmland and rural residential land use transition from a telecoupling perspective was explored and constructed, additionally, the ideas of regulatory strategies were proposed. …”
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Multifaceted investigations of PSMB8 provides insights into prognostic prediction and immunological target in thyroid carcinoma. by Yulou Luo, Yinghui Ye, Yilina Saibaidoula, Yuting Zhang, Yan Chen

“…Transcriptomic profiles and clinical data of patients with THCA were retrieved from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) database to facilitate comprehensive analysis. Complementary resources from additional online databases were utilized to augment the study. …”
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Optimization of Reservoir Water Quality Parameters Retrieval and Treatment Using Remote Sensing and Artificial Neural Networks by Alice Nureen Adhiambo Omondi, Yashon Ouma, Simon Njoroge Mburu, Cleophas Mecha Achisa

“… Inland water bodies are critical ecosystems that serve several functions including the provision of freshwater, regulation of climate and hydrological flows, and pollution control. …”
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