IECAU-Net: A Wood Defects Image Segmentation Network Based on Improved Attention U-Net and Attention Mechanism by Yingda Dong, Chunguang He, Xiaoyang Xiang, Yuhan Cui, Yongkang Kang, Anning Ding, Huaqiong Duo, Ximing Wang

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ECONOMIC ANALYSIS AND THE STANDARD FUNCTION FOR THE PRODUCTION OF TOMATO CROP IN TERMS OF FRESH BATH OF NINEVEH PROVINCE, THE AGRICULTURAL SEASON 2011 by Imad Abdul Aziz Ahmed

“…ABSTRACT Study of function productivity of tomato crop in hand, bath and fresh province of Nineveh to the season of agricultural production (2011) Rodeo random hit 25 farmers have been derived quantities best suppliers Alamloras money as they hit the amount of work the best (4) worker/ day and the amount of capital (7182.56) JD/ acres and was the ideal size of production (3351.68) kg and total production per Aledumn (2115.67) kg were selected as well as the contribution of each of the source.…”
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Saponins from <i>Solanum nigrum</i> L. Fruit: Extraction Optimization, Structural Characterization, and Dual-Functional Efficacy by Shuyuan Chen, Weiyun Guo, Tonghe Zhang, Jianfang Chen, Li Huang, Jihong Huang, Ruqiang Huang

“…., a widely consumed Asian medicinal edible plant, is a promising source of bioactive saponins for functional food applications. …”
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Research on intelligent identification of microscopic substances in shale scanning electron microscope images based on deep learning theory by Ruigang Zhang, Xiangru Chen, Xin Tang, Qiuqi Chen, Sen Guo, Cheng Liu, Zhengchao Guo, Yuerong Zhou, Xiaoyi Zhou

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High accuracy identification of maize seed varieties based on a lightweight improved YOLOv8 by Siqi Niu, Xiaolin Xu, Ao Liang, Yuliang Yun, Fengqi Hao, Jinqiang Bai, Wenyi Sheng, Dexin Ma

“…Lastly, the loss function was replaced with Inner_SIoU, which was more suitable for small-object detection tasks. …”
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Computationally expensive constrained problems via surrogate-assisted dynamic population evolutionary optimization by Zan Yang, Chen Jiang, Jiansheng Liu

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An innovative and mass-sensitive quartz tuning fork (QTF) biosensor for GFAP detection: A novel approach for traumatic brain injury diagnosis by Burcu Özcan, İnci Uludağ Anıl, Mehmet Altay Ünal, Fikret Arı, Mustafa Kemal Sezgintürk, Sibel Ayşıl Özkan

“…This biosensor is designed to facilitate the highly sensitive and selective detection of GFAP in human serum. In contrast to conventional neuroimaging methods, which are resource-intensive and frequently inaccessible in emergency situations, this innovative biosensor offers a portable, cost-effective, and efficient alternative for rapid GFAP measurement. …”
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Enhancing microseismic event detection with TransUNet: A deep learning approach for simultaneous pickings of P-wave and S-wave first arrivals by Kun Chen, Meng Li, Xiaolian Li, Guangzhi Cui, Jia Tian, JiaLe Li, RuoYao Mu, JunJie Zhu

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Rapid Detection of Trace Toxicants in Blood Using Thermal Desorption Coupled to Continuous Atmospheric Pressure Interfaced Ion Trap Mass Spectrometry by Hui-wen RUAN, Gui-yun SONG, Zhi-gang FAN, Suo-suo YANG, Jian KANG, Lei HUA, Wei-guo WANG

“…Given its cost-effectiveness and ease of operation, this instrument holds significant potential for widespread application in county-level hospitals with limited analytical resources, enabling rapid diagnosis of acute poisoning, real-time monitoring of drug levels, and disease detection. …”
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The effects of nicotine withdrawal on exercise-related physical ability and sports performance in nicotine addicts: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kangzhe Bao, Kai Zheng, Xianxian Zhou, Baichao Chen, Zerui He, Danyang Zhu

“…Background Previous research has established that nicotine withdrawal can ameliorate cardiovascular and pulmonary function in smokers. Nevertheless, the impact on physical fitness and athletic performance remains under-investigated.Objective To evaluating the impacts of nicotine withdrawal on both exercise performance and exercise-associated physical capabilities in nicotine-dependent individuals.Study design A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis.Data sources The data was compiled from databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Central, and EBSCO.Study selection The selection criteria required studies to elucidate the effects of nicotine withdrawal on exercise performance or exercise-related physical abilities. …”
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Functional Component Production Capabilities in Milk Fermentation of Some Featured Lactic Acid Bacteria Species for Use in Different Food Processes by Tuğba Kök Taş, Fatma Ecemnur Duran, Nilgün Özdemir, Ebru Çubuk Demiralay

“…Therefore, the findings of this study will provide the right strain selection for a fermented dairy product or a different non-dairy-based fermented product according to the desired functional properties. …”
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The NASA Exoplanet Archive and Exoplanet Follow-up Observing Program: Data, Tools, and Usage by Jessie L. Christiansen, Douglas L. McElroy, Marcy Harbut, David R. Ciardi, Megan Crane, John Good, Kevin K. Hardegree-Ullman, Aurora Y. Kesseli, Michael B. Lund, Meca Lynn, Ananda Muthiar, Ricky Nilsson, Toba Oluyide, Michael Papin, Amalia Rivera, Melanie Swain, Nicholas D. Susemiehl, Raymond Tam, Julian van Eyken, Charles Beichman

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AN EFFECTIVE APPROACH TO FACE RECOGNITION WITH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE INTERNET OF THINGS USING NVIDIA JETSON NANO by Ngoc Giau Pham, Nhien Loc Bui, Quang Hien Tran, Le Thanh Hai Tong, Hong Ngoc Tran

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ENHANCEMENT OF SENSOR PANEL TACTILE TOUCH INTERFACE by Oleksandr Karpin, Zinovii Liubun, Vasyl Mandziy, Oleh Tereshchuk, Nestor Hotsiy

“…The proposed classification algorithm exhibits satisfactory accuracy in identifying the two signals within a minimal timeframe and requires minimal computational resources. Therefore, it can be employed cost-effectively to enhance the functionality of touch panels. …”
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Review of zeolitic-based sorbents for CO2 capture: Insights into functional modifications, economic feasibility and machine learning-enhanced strategies by Saheed A. Ganiyu

“…Advances in zeolitic sorbents, such as pristine zeolites, metal-modified zeolites, amine-functionalized zeolites, and silica-modified zeolites, are reviewed in detail, highlighting their enhanced adsorption performance and selectivity. …”
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Impact of low-load blood flow restriction training on knee osteoarthritis pain and muscle strength: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Qiuxiang Lin, Qiuxiang Lin, Debiao Yu, Debiao Yu, Debiao Yu, Yuping Zhang, Xiaoting Chen, Jiawei Qin, Fuchun Wu, Fuchun Wu, Fuchun Wu

“…This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to comprehensively assess the effects of LL-BFRT compared to conventional resistance training on pain, muscle strength, and functional capacity in individuals with KOA.Data sourcesPubMed, Embase, Web of Science, EBSCO, Scopus, and Cochrane trails were searched.Study selectionWe included randomized controlled trials involving patients with KOA, in which the intervention group underwent LL-BFRT.Data extractionLiterature quality and risk of bias were assessed using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale and the Cochrane Risk-of-Bias Tool (ROB 2). …”
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Peptide-Rich Yeast Fractions from Brewer’s Spent Yeast: A Scalable Fractionation Approach and Their Functional Application in Bakery Products by María Emilia Brassesco, Ana Paupério, Carlos D. Pereira, João Paulo Ferreira, Manuela Pintado

“…Brewer’s spent yeast (BSY), a significant brewing by-product, poses environmental challenges and opportunities for valorization as a sustainable protein source. This study focuses on transforming BSY into high-value functional ingredients for food applications. …”
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Watercress (<i>Nasturtium officinale</i>) as a Functional Food for Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention and Management: A Narrative Review by Chikondi Maluwa, Blecious Zinan’dala, Hataichanok Chuljerm, Wason Parklak, Kanokwan Kulprachakarn

“…It also appears to enhance insulin function and reduce blood glucose levels. In cancer models, watercress extracts exhibit antiproliferative, pro-apoptotic, and chemoprotective properties, with selective toxicity towards cancer cells and protective effects on normal cells. …”
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Fluorescent EGTA-derived carbon dots for turn on–off–on detection of Fe3+ and ascorbic acid via hydrothermal synthesis and cellular imaging by Kanwal Iqbal, Anam Iqbal, Wenwu Qin, Muhammad Imran, Zeeshan Ajmal, Imran Khan, Guolong Xing

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MTCDNet: Multimodal Feature Fusion-Based Tree Crown Detection Network Using UAV-Acquired Optical Imagery and LiDAR Data by Heng Zhang, Can Yang, Xijian Fan

“…Accurate detection of individual tree crowns is a critical prerequisite for precisely extracting forest structural parameters, which is vital for forestry resources monitoring. …”
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