Clinical applications of photon-counting CT in neuroimaging by LÜ Haiying, LU Yong, HE Naying

“…Photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT) is a next-generation CT imaging technology that markedly improves image quality while reducing radiation dose and image noise through single-photon detection and energy discrimination by photon detectors. …”
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Enhancing Vertical Trajectory Reconstruction in SASS-C: Advanced Segmentation, Outlier Detection, and Filtering Techniques by Daniel Amigo, David Sánchez Pedroche, Jesús García, José Manuel Molina, Jekaterina Trofimova, Emmanuel Voet, Benoît Van Bogaert

“…We introduce four key improvements: (1) a novel segmentation algorithm for more precise flight phase identification, (2) an improved invalid height detection process using LOWESS and sliding window analysis, (3) a protection mechanism against simultaneous measurements at the Kalman filter level, and (4) an optimized approach for smooth overshoot correction during segment transitions. …”
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Skip-Connected CNN Exploiting BNN Surrogate for Antenna Modelling by Yubo Tian, Jinlong Sun, Zhiwei Zhu

“…The combination of evolutionary algorithms with full-wave electromagnetic (EM) simulation software is an effective method for antenna optimal design. …”
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A framework for detecting and predicting highway traffic anomalies via multimodal fusion and heterogeneous graph neural networks. by Shaowei Sun, Mingzhou Liu

“…To address these limitations, we propose a framework based on multimodal deep fusion and heterogeneous graph neural networks (HGNNs), incorporating an Ensemble Contrastive Pessimistic Likelihood Estimation (CPLE) algorithm to optimize performance. The framework integrates static and dynamic traffic data, such as video images, traffic flow, vehicle speed, and tunnel weather conditions. …”
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Hybrid Recurrent Neural Network and Decision Tree Scheduling for Energy-Efficient Resource Allocation in Cloud Computing by Sefati Seyed Salar, Vulpe Alexandru, Popovici Eduard, Fratu Octavian

“…Efficient resource allocation in cloud computing is critical for optimizing execution time, minimizing delays, and improving system reliability. …”
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Engineering and Technological Advancements in Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS): A Five-Year Review by Abigail Tubbs, Enrique Alvarez Vazquez

“…A structured review of peer-reviewed studies from 2019 to 2024 focused on technological and clinical advancements in rTMS, including AI-driven personalized treatments, portable devices, and integrated BCIs. AI algorithms have optimized patient-specific protocols, while portable devices have expanded access. …”
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Cost-effectiveness of FIT and a FIT-based model to optimise symptomatic diagnosis of colorectal cancer: health economic modelling for the COLOFIT project by Linda Sharp, Sarah Bailey, Colin Rees, Willie Hamilton, Dawn Craig, Joe West, David Humes, Gary Abel, James Turvill, Brian Nicholson, Chloe Thomas, Jim Chilcott, Colin Crooks, Olena Mandrik, John Whelpton

“…However, strategies to improve diagnosis in the under 50s would be necessary to mitigate potential harm. …”
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Towards a smart debt collection system: a Design Science Research approach by Michał Przybyłek, Adam Przybyłek, Konrad Wojciechowski, Illia Shkroba

“…This shift opens up new perspectives and possibilities in the field of debt collection, such as increased efficiency, improved accuracy, and scalability. The application of AI algorithms in this context has the potential to revolutionize the industry and enhance overall debt collection practices. …”
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A Blockchain-Based Architecture of Web3.0: A Comprehensive Decentralized Model With Relay Nodes, Unique IDs and P2P by Hyunjoo Yang, Sejin Park

“…In experimental evaluations, the system demonstrated a detection rate improvement of up to 1.9 times faster compared to traditional models in identifying and isolating malicious nodes, while maintaining consistent trust evaluations for legitimate nodes. …”
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Development and validation of a quick screening tool for predicting neck pain patients benefiting from spinal manipulation: a machine learning study by Changxiao Han, Guangyi Yang, Haibao Wen, Minrui Fu, Bochen Peng, Bo Xu, Xunlu Yin, Ping Wang, Liguo Zhu, Minshan Feng

“…Results The combined LASSO and Boruta algorithms identified nine optimal predictors, with the union feature set achieving superior performance. …”
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DynBlock: dynamic data encryption with Toffoli gate for IoT by Mubasher Haq, Ijaz Ali Shoukat, Alamgir Naushad, Mohsin Raza Jafri, Moid Sandhu, Abd Ullah Khan, Hyundong Shin

“…It is found that DynBlock significantly improves energy efficiency and throughput compared to its predecessors. …”
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Path Planning for Lunar Rovers in Dynamic Environments: An Autonomous Navigation Framework Enhanced by Digital Twin-Based A*-D3QN by Wei Liu, Gang Wan, Jia Liu, Dianwei Cong

“…This paper proposes a digital twin-enhanced hierarchical planning method, A*-D3QN-Opt (A-Star-Dueling Double Deep Q-Network-Optimized). The framework combines the A* algorithm for global optimal paths in static environments with an improved D3QN (Dueling Double Deep Q-Network) for dynamic obstacle avoidance. …”
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Digital mapping of peat thickness and extent in Finland using remote sensing and machine learning by Jonne Pohjankukka, Timo A. Räsänen, Timo P. Pitkänen, Arttu Kivimäki, Ville Mäkinen, Tapio Väänänen, Jouni Lerssi, Aura Salmivaara, Maarit Middleton

“…In this study, we present a workflow for producing peat occurrence maps for the whole of Finland. For this, we used random forest classification to map areas with peat thicknesses of ≥ 10 cm, ≥30 cm, ≥40 cm, and > 60 cm. …”
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Design of a controller with an intelligent hybrid structure by Botirov Tulkin, Sodiqov Baxtiyor, Jumabaev Elbek, Salahiddinov Aziz, Jurayeva Ruxsora

“…Various optimization techniques, such as metaheuristic algorithms, are employed to fine-tune the controller parameters for superior performance. …”
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Toward a unified gait freeze index: a standardized benchmark for clinical and regulatory evaluations by Alessandro Schaer, Henrik Maurenbrecher, Carlo Mangiante, Roman Sobkuliak, Kathrin Müsch, Paula Sanchez Lopez, Eduardo Martin Moraud, Eduardo Martin Moraud, Olgac Ergeneman, George Chatzipirpiridis

“…Our method demonstrates improved performance compared to existing approaches while effectively mitigating the risk of divergent outcomes, which could otherwise lead to unforeseen and potentially hazardous consequences in real-world applications. …”
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Enhancing Lifetime and Reliability in WSNs: Complementary of Dual-Battery Systems Energy Management Strategy by Mehrshad Eskandarpour, Hossein Soleimani

“…Unlike previous approaches, this system enables simultaneous charging and load powering and is specifically optimized for energy-harvesting WSN environments. Simulation results in MATLAB/Simulink demonstrate that the system improves battery lifespan by up to 25% compared to conventional single-battery configurations, while ensuring stable voltage regulation and improved reliability under variable loads. …”
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SMART DShot: Secure Machine-Learning-Based Adaptive Real-Time Timing Correction by Hyunmin Kim, Zahid Basha Shaik Kadu, Kyusuk Han

“…The Hybrid Adaptive Timing Correction algorithm achieves 31.01% success rate (95% CI: [30.2%, 31.8%]), representing a 26.5% improvement over baseline approaches through intelligent meta-learning-based algorithm selection. …”
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DMM-YOLO: A high efficiency soil fauna detection model based on an adaptive dynamic shuffle mechanism by Jiehui Ke, Renbo Luo, Guoliang Xu, Yuna Tan, Zhifeng Wu, Liufeng Xiao

“…Therefore, this paper proposes an improved algorithm based on You Only Look Once (YOLO) v9, which enhances feature capture capability while reducing parameters by 33.6%. …”
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YOLOv8-Based Estimation of Estrus in Sows Through Reproductive Organ Swelling Analysis Using a Single Camera by Iyad Almadani, Mohammed Abuhussein, Aaron L. Robinson

“…The automation and optimization of this critical process hold the potential to revolutionize estrus detection in agriculture, which will contribute to improved reproductive health management and elevate breeding outcomes to new heights. …”
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Adaptive sequential estimator for InSAR time series phase estimation by Guanya Wang, Zhiwei Li, Han Gao, Jun Hu, Mi Jiang, Peng Ren, Jie Zhang

“…Based on these, the ASE method adaptively prioritizes coherent information while minimizing the impact of decorrelation noise, thereby improving phase estimation accuracy. …”
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