A Low-Cost Arduino-Based I–V Curve Tracer with Automated Load Switching for PV Panel Characterization by Pedro Leineker Ochoski Machado, Luis V. Gulineli Fachini, Erich T. Tiuman, Tathiana M. Barchi, Sergio L. Stevan, Hugo V. Siqueira, Romeu M. Szmoski, Thiago Antonini Alves

“…Accurate photovoltaic (PV) panel characterization is critical for optimizing renewable energy systems, but it is often hindered by the high cost of commercial tracers or the slow, error-prone nature of manual methods. …”
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Spatial patterns and key driving factors of wheat harvest index under irrigation and rainfed conditions in arid regions by Yongyu Chen, Yongyu Chen, Hengbati Wutanbieke, Dongdong Zhong, Dongdong Zhong, Jian Chen, Jian Chen, Zhen Huo, Zhen Huo, Hegan Dong, Hegan Dong

“…However, the spatial distribution patterns of wheat HI and their key driving factors in arid regions remain unclear.MethodsThis study was conducted in Xinjiang, a typical arid region of China, during 2022–2023, involving two years of large-scale systematic sampling. …”
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Reconstruction of U.S. Regional-Scale Soybean SIF Based on MODIS Data and BP Neural Network by YAO Jianen, LIU Haiqiu, YANG Man, FENG Jinying, CHEN Xiu, ZHANG Peipei

“…The proposed OCO-2 SIF data reconstruction method in this study holds the potential to provide a more reliable SIF dataset. …”
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Comparison of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids bioavailability in fish oil and krill oil: Network Meta-analyses by Thi-Phuong-Thao Pham, Thi-Van Hoang, Phuc-Thao-Nguyen Cao, Thi-Thuy-Duong Le, Van-Thao-Nguyen Ho, Thi-Mai-Hoa Vu, Thi-Hoai-Thu Le, Huynh-Thien-Xuan Pham, Thanh-Thien Tran, Okti Ratna Mafruhah, Thi-Thuy-Linh Pham, Min-Tsang Hsieh, Hai-Anh Ha

“…By evaluating various molecular forms and dosages, the study seeks to identify the most effective Omega-3 sources and dosing regimens to maximize health benefits.Methods: The study adhered to the explanation of the PRISMA network meta-analysis 2015 (registered PROSPERO ID: CRD42024532536). …”
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Current Context of <i>Cannabis sativa</i> Cultivation and Parameters Influencing Its Development by Andreia Saragoça, Ana Cláudia Silva, Carla M. R. Varanda, Patrick Materatski, Alfonso Ortega, Ana Isabel Cordeiro, José Telo da Gama

“…This review covers key factors affecting <i>C. sativa</i> cultivation, including photoperiod, light spectrum, cultivation methods, environmental controls, and plant growth regulators. …”
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Strategi komunikasi Dinas Sosial Kabupaten Sleman dalam mengoptimalkan pelaksanaan program lanjut usia terlantar di Sendangmulyo by Nadia Zulva Pratiwi, Novianto Yudha Laksana

“…This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection methods used are observation, structured interviews and documentation. …”
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of the effectiveness of perineural dextrose injection in peripheral compression neuropathies of the upper limbs by Fatemeh Azizi, Faezeh Saber Gharesoo, Fereshteh Eidy, Sama Heidari, Nastaran Maghbouli, Shirin Djalalinia, Amir Kasaeian

“…We aimed to evaluate dextrose injection's efficacy in treating entrapment neuropathies in upper extremities. Method: We systematically searched EMBASE, Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed. …”
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Assessment of Microsatellite Genetic Diversity of Cultured Eriocheir sinensis Populations from Jiangsu and Anhui by Yuting HU, Jun LING, He JIANG, Huan WANG, Tingshuang PAN, Guoqing DUAN, Huaxing ZHOU, Min YANG, Tong LI

“…Furthermore, each population had a genetic composition similar to those of the three genetic lineage sources. Considering the high level of genetic diversity in these populations, it is possible that the parental population sources are more complex. …”
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Tradeoffs in Introduction Policies for the Anti-Tuberculosis Drug Bedaquiline: A Model-Based Analysis. by Amber Kunkel, Frank G Cobelens, Ted Cohen

“…<h4>Background</h4>New drugs for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB) are becoming available for the first time in over 40 y. Optimal strategies for introducing these drugs have not yet been established. …”
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A multistage double-blind placebo-controlled study to assess the safety and efficacy of transdermal vitamin D phosphate supplementation (TransVitD) by Thomas Hibbard, Paolo Andriollo, Chui Hua Lim, Qing Guo, Karl P. Lawrence, Bolaji Coker, Rayka Malek, Abdel Douiri, Mohamed A. Alhnan, Stuart.A. Jones

“…As UV-catalysed production in the skin, which uses vitamin D-binding protein to facilitate systemic absorption, is the primary source of vitamin D, it is questionable if oral supplementation of this vitamin is the optimal means to replace it. …”
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Study on Arsenic Removal from Smelter Flue Gas Using Modified Camellia Oil Shell Biochar by Yujia ZHANG, Licong GUAN, Zixian ZHOU, Lanxiang XU, Zhilou LIU

“…Non-ferrous smelter flue gas is a major anthropogenic source of arsenic emissions in China. Because the composition of non-ferrous smelter flue gas is complicated, efficient removal of gaseous arsenic remains a significant challenge. …”
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Cross-evaluation of wearable data for use in Parkinson’s disease research: a free-living observational study on Empatica E4, Fitbit Sense, and Oura by Haakon Reithe, Brice Marty, Juan C. Torrado, Elise Førsund, Bettina S. Husebo, Ane Erdal, Simon U. Kverneng, Erika Sheard, Charalampos Tzoulis, Monica Patrascu

“…Method The study included participants with PD (N = 15) and neurologically healthy controls (N = 16). …”
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Dynamic selectout and voting-based federated learning for enhanced medical image analysis by Saeed Iqbal, Adnan N Qureshi, Musaed Alhussein, Khursheed Aurangzeb, Atif Mahmood, Saaidal Razalli Bin Azzuhri

“…Additionally eliminated are clients whose model weights when combined with the global model adversely affect its performance. Our method is further enhanced by the inclusion of a voting mechanism. …”
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Pengkondisian Sinyal Electromyography sebagai Identifikasi Jenis Gerakan Lengan Manusia by Rizal Maulana, Rekyan Regasari Mardi Putri

“…Electromyography (EMG) is one method in biomedical field that can be used to record biomedical signal to gain the information about arm muscle activity. …”
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Modeling pine forest growing stock volume in subtropical regions of China using airborne Lidar data by Zige Lan, Xiandie Jiang, Guiying Li, Yagang Lu, Hongwen Yao, Dengsheng Lu

“…More research is needed to quantitatively examine different contribution of sample sizes, modeling algorithms, variables from different sources, and stratification factors on modeling results, so that we can design an optimal procedure for GSV modeling using airborne Lidar data.…”
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Egyptian pediatric kidney transplantation: highlights on post-transplant follow-up and management of complications by the Egyptian Pediatric Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee... by Bahia Moustafa, Neveen A. Soliman, Ihab Shaheen, Ahmed Badr, Fatma M. Atia, Mohamed K. El Hatw, Engy Adel Mogahed, Mona EL-Ghamrawy, Khaled El Khashab, Noha Shaheen, Mohamad G. Shouman, Abeer Selim, Magdy El-Sharkawy, Tarek Abd El Azeem, Mohamad Esmat, Manal Salman, Bedeir Ali-El-Dein, Mona Abdel Rahim, Muhamed A. El-Hadedy, Moatasem Elsayed Ghoneim, Mai S. Korkor, Tarek E. I. Omar, Yasser Amer, Ashraf Abdel Baky, On Behalf of Egyptian Pediatric Clinical Practice Guideline Committee

“…Methods Our guideline is evidence based adapted from four national and international source guidelines with permissions [KDIGO 2020, RA/BTS 2022–2018, EAU 2018] that were appraised with AGREE II instrument tool. …”
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Enhancing Voice Activity Detection for an Elderly-Centric Self-Learning Conversational Robot Partner in Noisy Environments by Subashkumar Rajanayagam, Max Andreas Ingrisch, Pascal Müller, Patrick Jahn, Stefan Twieg

“…In contrast, traditional lightweight rule-based VAD methods tend to yield higher recall but at the expense of precision. …”
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Not stealing from the treasure chest (or just a bit): Analyses on plant derived writing supports and non-invasive DNA sampling. by Anna Schulz, Silke Lautner, Jörg Fromm, Markus Fischer

“…Finally, we present a non-invasive DNA sampling method that utilizes nylon membranes, commonly used for bacterial DNA sampling and that is applicable to delicate material. …”
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Geochemical Characteristics and Environmental Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Weathering Profiles of Alkali-enriched Porphyry in Central Yunnan by Lei XU, Mengsheng ZHAO, Jie XU, Yanxun CHENG, Qiang QU, Weizhi CHEN, Ya ZHANG, Haoyu WANG, Yong BA, Fangping WEN, Kun QIAN

“…The contents of As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Ni, Pb, Zn, Al2O3, TFe2O3, CaO, Na2O, K2O, MgO, SiO2, organic carbon and pH in rock/soil samples were determined by inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry/optimal emission spectrometry (ICP-MS/OES), atomic fluorescence spectrometry (AFS), X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRF) and volumetric method. …”
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The effectiveness of calcium silicate in preventing ice-ice disease and production performance of Kappaphycus alvarezii by Ayu Puspa Wirantari, Kukuh Nirmala, Eddy Supriyono, Hamim Hamim

“…This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of calcium silicate (CaSiO3) dosing as a mineral source for the prevention of ice-ice disease and the growth of K. alvarezii seaweed. …”
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