Integration of Deep Learning Neural Networks and Feature-Extracted Approach for Estimating Future Regional Precipitation by Shiu-Shin Lin, Kai-Yang Zhu, He-Yang Huang

“…This study proposes a deep neural network (DNN) as a downscaling framework with nonlinear features extracted by kernel principal component analysis (KPCA). KPCA utilizes kernel functions to extract nonlinear features from the source climatic data, reducing dimensionality and denoising. …”
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Effects of molybdenum to growth parameters and lipid content of two algae in Scenedesmaceae taxa by Celal Caner, Dilara Erdaği, Büşranur Şeker, Hüseyin Altundağ, Gizem Çeti̇n, Hatice Tunca

“…Fourier Transform InfraRed Spectrometer analysis (FT-IR) was utilized to identify the alterations of specific functional groups such as carboxyl, amine, hydroxyl, and carbonyl in the samples. …”
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A Numerical Investigation of Enhanced Microfluidic Immunoassay by Multiple-Frequency Alternating-Current Electrothermal Convection by Qisheng Wu, Shaohua Huang, Shenghai Wang, Xiying Zhou, Yuxuan Shi, Xiwei Zhou, Xianwu Gong, Ye Tao, Weiyu Liu

“…Through thorough numerical simulation, the optimal working frequencies for SWET and TWET are determined, and the resulting synthetic MET flow field is directly utilized for microfluidic immunoassay. MET significantly promotes the binding kinetics on functionalized electrode surface by simultaneous global electrokinetic transport along channel length direction and local chaotic stirring of antigen samples near the reaction site, compared to the situation without flow activation. …”
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Activity tracking devices in pregnancy: Understanding the participant experience in a longitudinal birth cohort by Ashley Redding, Dionne Coates, Andrea E. Cassidy-Bushrow, Jennifer K. Straughen, Sara Santarossa

“…Methods: A semi-structured moderator guide was utilized to capture feedback on experiences, adherence to protocols, resources, and best practices for measuring PA during pregnancy. …”
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Urodynamics tests for the diagnosis and management of male bladder outlet obstruction: long-term follow-up of the UPSTREAM non-inferiority RCT by Madeleine Clout, Amanda L Lewis, Madeleine Cochrane, Grace J Young, Paul Abrams, Peter S Blair, Christopher Chapple, Gordon T Taylor, Sian Noble, Tom Steuart-Feilding, Jodi Taylor, J Athene Lane, Marcus J Drake

“…There was also no difference in other lower urinary tract symptoms, sexual function or quality of life. Routine data were received for 98% of men. …”
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Urodynamics tests for the diagnosis and management of male bladder outlet obstruction: long-term follow-up of the UPSTREAM non-inferiority RCT by Madeleine Clout, Amanda L Lewis, Madeleine Cochrane, Grace J Young, Paul Abrams, Peter S Blair, Christopher Chapple, Gordon T Taylor, Sian Noble, Tom Steuart-Feilding, Jodi Taylor, J Athene Lane, Marcus J Drake

“…There was also no difference in other lower urinary tract symptoms, sexual function or quality of life. Routine data were received for 98% of men. …”
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Investigating the relationship between the monetary policy shock through the exchange rate channel on the management quality index in the banking system: by examining the productiv... by Farhad Sharifi Bagha, Jafar Haqiqat, Zahra Karimi Takanloo

“…One of the most important indicators that can be used to attract bank resources and assess how to use resources (optimal allocation of resources) and incomes, is the productivity index in the discussion of management quality. …”
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Whole-genome sequencing and genomic analysis of four Akkermansia strains newly isolated from human feces by Wenjing Lu, Biqing Zha, Jie Lyu, Chenxi LingHu, Jing Chen, Sisi Deng, Xiangling Zhang, Liang Li, Guoqing Wang

“…These bacteria colonize the mucus layer of the gastrointestinal tract and utilize mucin as their sole source of carbon and nitrogen. …”
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First De Novo genome assembly and characterization of Gaultheria prostrata by Yan-Jun Lin, Xiao-Ya Ding, Yi-Wei Huang, Yi-Wei Huang, Lu Lu

“…(Ericaceae), a type of evergreen shrub, known as a natural source of methyl salicylate, possesses rich germplasm resources, strong habitat adaptability, significant ornamental value, and noteworthy pharmacological activities. …”
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Analysis and Optimization of Operating Modes of Mini-CHP on Local Fuels in Conditions of Surplus Electric Power Capacities in the Unified Energy System of Belarus. Part 1 by R. S. Ignatovich, V. A. Sednin, Ye. S. Zuyeva

“…During the study, an analysis of the functioning of the ORC-installation Turboden 14 CHP ORC-installation operating as part of a mini-CHP using LFT was carried out. …”
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Nixtamalization and Extrusion Processes: Effects on Physicochemical, Nutritional, and Nutraceutical Properties in the Processing of Corn Into Tortilla by Ana Luisa Félix-Sámano, Jennifer Vianey Félix-Medina, María Fernanda Quintero-Soto, Ismael Diaz-Peña, Roberto Gutiérrez-Dorado

“…Tortillas are a significant component of the Mexican diet, serving as a major source of protein and energy. The average consumption of nixtamalized corn tortillas in Mexico is around 80 kg per capita per year. …”
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Strategies for Digital Economy Operation of Urban Parks Guided by Gamification Methods by Zhaochen WANG

“…However, due to constraints such as construction scale, resource endowment, location and transportation, customer base, as well as external factors like public welfare attributes, funding sources, and policies, existing urban park operation strategies can hardly fully utilize the potential value of green spaces and achieve the ideal revenue capacity needed to support continuous park operation. …”
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Protecting the Autonomy of Patients with Severe Mental Illness Through Psychiatric Advance Directive Peer-Facilitation by Nicholas Karasik

“…Guiding Distributive Justice: Capability Theory Capability theory is an account of justice opportunity that places a fundamental moral significance on individuals' ability to reach proper functioning and well-being.[52] Whether or not an individual can make use of a particular set of resources and convert them into a state of functioning depends on personal, sociopolitical, and environmental conditions ("conversion factors").[53] In this sense, liberty is not the absence of restraint from others or institutions but the freedom achieved through capability-enhancing relationships.[54] Within the context of bioethics, capability theory shifts focus toward creating circumstances by which individuals can direct their lives as they choose.[55] Acting in accordance with the principle of beneficence, peer-support specialists could enhance the capability of patients to be self-determined and autonomous, which would promote patient well-being and empowerment.[56] Those living with SMI, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are among the most disadvantaged in society, experiencing social and economic hardship related to their illness.[57] These individuals are often feared and rejected by others, which increases depression, lowers self-esteem, and engenders feelings of social isolation.[58] Compounding their challenges, especially for those facing structural inequalities, is insufficient access to appropriate mental health services supporting recovery.[59] Capability theory provides a sound justification for the resource distribution necessary to create and sustain a thriving network of peer-support specialists, to which those with SMI currently do not have access. …”
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Presenting a Quantum Leadership Model to Establish Organizational Civilization in the Iranian Higher Education System by reza heydari, hamidreza rezaeekelidbari, musa chaman zamin

“…The results of this study showed that by implementing the model obtained in this study, we can witness positive consequences in terms of implementing quantum leadership in order to establish organizational civilization in the country's higher education Extended abstract Introduction Creating new knowledge has long been one of the main functions of universities, and the greatest effort of the academic community is to promote knowledge and strengthen intellectual capital by utilizing existing informational, intellectual, and human resources; therefore, universities must identify, extract, and utilize these resources using new and appropriate leadership and management methods. …”
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Evaluating the use of eggshell powder and sawdust ash as cement replacements in sustainable concrete development by Ajoy Kumer, Md. Arif Arman Akash, Pritom Dey, Faysal Montasir, Kaysarul Islam Bhuiyan, Farhan Fahad

“…Concrete, the most widely utilized material in construction worldwide, contributes significantly tothe consumption of natural resources and energy. …”
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Establishing the best step-up treatments for children with uncontrolled asthma despite inhaled corticosteroids: the EINSTEIN systematic review, network meta-analysis and cost-effec... by Sofia Cividini, Ian Sinha, Giovanna Culeddu, Sarah Donegan, Michelle Maden, Katie Rose, Olivia Fulton, Dyfrig Hughes, Stephen Turner, Catrin Tudur Smith

“…Secondary outcomes included quality of life, mortality, forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1), adverse events (AEs), hospital admissions, costs, resource use and utilities to inform the economic model. …”
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Software with artificial intelligence-derived algorithms for detecting and analysing lung nodules in CT scans: systematic review and economic evaluation by Julia Geppert, Peter Auguste, Asra Asgharzadeh, Hesam Ghiasvand, Mubarak Patel, Anna Brown, Surangi Jayakody, Emma Helm, Dan Todkill, Jason Madan, Chris Stinton, Daniel Gallacher, Sian Taylor-Phillips, Yen-Fu Chen

“…Information required to populate the models included the prevalence of lung nodules, risk of lung cancer with different nodule sizes, sensitivity and specificity for nodule detection, nodule type and size distributions in different population, resource use, costs and utilities. Where possible, parametrisation was driven by findings from the test accuracy review. …”
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Enhanced recovery pathway for older people with hip fracture and cognitive impairment in acute hospitals: the PERFECTED research programme including an RCT by Chris Fox, Simon P Hammond, Lee Shepstone, Fiona Poland, Catherine Henderson, Tamara Backhouse, Bridget Penhale, Simon Donell, Martin Knapp, Douglas Lewins, Alasdair MacLullich, Martyn Patel, Opinder Sahota, Toby O Smith, Justin Waring, Jane L Cross

“…In the 12 months after fracture, patients are at increased risk of cognitive and functional decline, admission to long-term care institutions and higher mortality. …”
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Synthesizing the Academic Administrators’ Competencies: Developing of a Model by Homa Rahmani, Asadollah Khadivi

“…</p> <ol style="text-align: left;" start="3"> <li><strong>Methodology</strong></li> </ol> <p style="text-align: left;">The current research serves a functional purpose, employing a qualitative approach. …”
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Environmental Assessment of Cellulose Pulp Production from Wood Waste using Organosolv Treatment by Pazzaglia Aron, Romagnoli Francesco, Castellani Beatrice

“…The dataset utilized for the LCA comprises primary data obtained from in vitro experiments that have been scaling-up, complemented by secondary data sourced from literature and the Ecoinvent life cycle inventory database. …”
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