The Implementation and Application of a Saudi Voxel-Based Anthropomorphic Phantom in OpenMC for Radiological Imaging and Dosimetry by Ali A. A. Alghamdi

“…The objective was to evaluate its applicability in radiological simulations, including radiographic imaging and effective dose calculations, tailored to the Saudi population. <b>Methods</b>: A voxel phantom comprising 30 segmented organs/tissues and over 32 million voxels were constructed from full-body computed tomography data and integrated into OpenMC. …”
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ANALYSIS OF HIGH RISK FACTORS FOR NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASE, STROKE IN THE SIDOARJO DISTRICT HEALTH SERVICE by Luluk Widarti, Muhammad Afif Hilmi Masyfahani, Dony Sulystiono, Kusmini Suprihatin, Hotmaida Siagian, Siti Maemonah

“…The burden caused by stroke is mainly caused by disability (a public health problem) which also creates a high cost burden for the sufferer, their family, society, and the government. Methods: The type of research in this research is a case study using quantitative descriptive design methods. …”
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Key frame extraction algorithm for surveillance videos using an evolutionary approach by Manjusha Rajan, Latha Parameswaran

“…This study aims to develop an efficient KFE approach for generic videos. Existing methods include the Adaptive Key Frame Extraction Algorithm, which reduces redundancy while ensuring maximum content coverage; the Optimal Key Frame Extraction Algorithm, which utilizes a Genetic Algorithm (GA) to select key frames optimally; and the Rapid Key Frame Extraction Algorithm, which employs clustering techniques to identify typical key frames. …”
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Implantable bio-chip for visible and controllable microwave-induced transcranial acoustic generation by Weian Chao, Ruyi Wen, Yubin Gong, Qiang Liu, Lei Xi

“…The results of in vitro and in vivo experiments show that the MI-tAG can manipulate ultrasound sources and visibly locate them in real time. This study provides a potential innovative approach for future ultrasound neuromodulation, inspiring the development of more useful methods to advance brain research. …”
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Advances in the extracellular vesicles treatment of alopecia by Xiaoxin Wu, Songjia Tang

“…However, further research is needed to optimize key factors, such as dosing, cell sources, and administration frequency to develop more effective and safer therapies. …”
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State and Challenges for the Development of Cooperation in Science and Technology between Russia and China by I. V. Danilin

“…Purpose: the main purpose of this article is to analyze the state and prospects of science and technology (S&amp;T) cooperation between the Russian Federation and the PRC in the context of the global S&amp;T cooperation trends.Methods: research is based on a combination of desk and field methods. …”
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MODERN ASSORTMENT, PROPERTIES AND PERSPECTIVES OF MEDICAL DRESSINGS IMPROVEMENT OF WOUND TREATMENT by A. V. Mayorova, B. B. Syisuev, I. A. Hanalieva, I. V. Vihrova

“…The aim of the study was the literature review on the effective wound treatment with the help of modern dressings, including their assortment and prospects for improvement. Materials and methods. The materials of the study were reliable literary sources containing information about wounds, pathogenesis, the stages of the wound process and its possible violations; the assortment of modern wound coverings and the composition of biologically active substances that have a pharmacological effect; the results of preclinical and clinical trials and their prospects of use in aesthetic medicine. …”
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Transforming liver transplant allocation with artificial intelligence and machine learning: a systematic review by Lisiane Pruinelli, Kiruthika Balakrishnan, Sisi Ma, Zhigang Li, Anji Wall, Jennifer C. Lai, Jesse D. Schold, Timothy Pruett, Gyorgy Simon

“…Aim To identify and analyze data elements used in Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods, data sources, and their focus on urgency, utility, or benefit in LT. …”
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Mapping the evidence on factors related to postpartum contraception among sub-Saharan African immigrant and refugee women in the United States of America: A scoping review protocol... by Comfort Z Olorunsaiye, Mariam A Badru, Augustus Osborne, Hannah M Degge, Sanni Yaya

“…We will use narrative synthesis to analyze the data using quantitative and qualitative methods. Factors associated with postpartum contraception will be organized using the domains and constructs of the PEN-3 Model as a guiding framework.…”
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Enhanced wheat yield prediction through integrated climate and satellite data using advanced AI techniques by Muhamad Ashfaq, Imran Khan, Rana Fezan Afzal, Dilawar Shah, Shujaat Ali, Muhammad Tahir

“…This study presents a comparative analysis of AI-based approaches against conventional methods, demonstrating their superiority in three key areas: (1) improved computational efficiency through optimized learning architectures, (2) enhanced spatial generalizability by capturing complex, nonlinear patterns, and (3) greater prediction stability under varying conditions. …”
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Depression screening and patient outcomes in cancer: a systematic review. by Anna Meijer, Michelle Roseman, Katherine Milette, James C Coyne, Michael E Stefanek, Roy C Ziegelstein, Erin Arthurs, Allison Leavens, Steven C Palmer, Donna E Stewart, Peter de Jonge, Brett D Thombs

“…The objective was to evaluate the potential benefits of depression screening in cancer patients by assessing the (1) accuracy of depression screening tools; (2) effectiveness of depression treatment; and (3) effect of depression screening, either alone or in the context of comprehensive depression care, on depression outcomes.<h4>Methods</h4>Data sources were CINAHL, Cochrane, EMBASE, ISI, MEDLINE, PsycINFO and SCOPUS databases through January 24, 2011; manual journal searches; reference lists; citation tracking; trial registry reviews. …”
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On the nature and driving forces of the Christianization of the population of the Mordovian region in the second half of the XVI – first third of the XVIII century by S. V. Pershin, E. N. Bikeikin, G. A. Kursheva, T. M. Guseva

“…In addition to general scientific methods, problem-chronological and historical-systemic research methods turned out to be optimal for considering ethno-confessional issues in the context of socio-economic development. …”
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Characterizing modifications to the mental health gap action programme (mhGAP) intervention guide during implementation in low- and middle-income countries using the framework for... by Harikeerthan Raghuram, Akanksha Jayant Rajguru, Mythili Menon Pathiyil, Aakrushi Brahmbhatt, Anant Bhan, Jessica Spagnolo, John A. Naslund

“…Adaptation and modification of mhGAP to the national and local contexts is an integral aspect of the guidelines. Methods This systematic review of reviews employs the Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications-Expanded (FRAME) to document and characterize modifications to mhGAP implementation in LMICs. …”
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Regional differences and dynamic evolution in the resilience of public-private partnership projects: Evidence from the China by Jiangtao Chi, Yi Huang, Xin Li, Jiaying Li, Zihan Xia, Feiwu Ren, Xiangyun Xu, Jinbo Song, Yanwei Wang

“…In the context of high-quality development and in the face of uncertainties and risks from economic, social and political sources, we aim to understand the resilience of public-private partnership projects in megaprojects, and to improve their ability to effectively manage adversity and optimize resource allocation. …”
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Organizational and Economic Support for the Integration of Engineering into the Energy Security System of Enterprises on the Basis of Process Approach by Arefieva Olena V., Horal Liliana T., Arefiev Serhii O., Popovych Oksana V.

“…The use of SmartGrids also helps to optimize the energy distribution process and integrate renewable sources, which increases the flexibility and resilience of enterprises’ energy systems while increasing their cost-effectiveness. …”
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First Report on the Artificial Cultivation Techniques of <i>Buchwaldoboletus xylophilus</i> (Boletales, Boletaceae, <i>Buchwaldoboletus</i>) in Southwest China by Tianwei Yang, Hongjun Mu, Liming Dai, Jing Liu, Xinjing Xu, Feng Gao, Yiwei Fang, Sipeng Jian, Mingxia He, Chunxia Zhang

“…The results show that the optimal carbon source, nitrogen source, and inorganic salt for the mycelium growth of <i>B. xylophilus</i> were maltose, ammonium tartrate, and magnesium sulfate, respectively. …”
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Latency and energy-efficient multi-hop routing protocol for unmanned aerial vehicle networks by Abdelhamied A Ateya, Ammar Muthanna, Irina Gudkova, Yuliya Gaidamaka, Abeer D Algarni

“…The proposed multi-objective optimized link state routing protocol routing algorithm considers all modified versions of optimized link state routing protocol and introduces a novel method for selecting multipoint relay nodes that considers the traffic load on the communication channel and the load on each unmanned aerial vehicle node. …”
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Influence of low-intensity artificial light on the fatty acid profile of the biotechnologically important culinary mushroom Pleurotus eryngii in vitro by Oksana Mykchaylova, Aleksander Besarab, Anatoliy Negriyko, Margarita Lomberg, Natalia Poyedinok

“…This study aimed to compare and evaluate the fatty acid profile and fat quality indices of lipids from the mycelial mass of Pleurotus eryngii under various light-emitting diode (LED) and laser light irradiation regimes. Methods To determine the effect of artificial light on the biosynthetic activity of P. eryngii, an artificial lighting system based on LED matrices with wavelengths of 470 nm (blue), 530 nm (green), and 650 nm (red), as well as an argon gas laser as a coherent visible light source at 488 nm, was used. …”
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Regional disparities and influencing factors of health production efficiency: evidence from China by Hongwei Li, Ruixin Wang, Hongliang Wang

“…This paper evaluates health production efficiency in China, analyzes regional disparities, and explores influencing factors. Methods After constructing an evaluation index system for residents' health production efficiency, this study employs the undesired output-SBM super-efficiency model to measure health production efficiency. …”
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Enhancing patient education on the role of tibial osteotomy in the management of knee osteoarthritis using a customized ChatGPT: a readability and quality assessment by Stephen Fahy, Stephan Oehme, Danko Dan Milinkovic, Benjamin Bartek

“…This study assessed whether a customised ChatGPT could be utilized to improve readability and source accuracy in patient education on Knee OA and tibial osteotomy.MethodsCommonly asked questions about HTO were gathered using Google's “People Also Asked” feature and formatted to an 8th-grade reading level. …”
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