PyGlaucoMetrics: A Stacked Weight-Based Machine Learning Approach for Glaucoma Detection Using Visual Field Data by Mousa Moradi, Saber Kazeminasab Hashemabad, Daniel M. Vu, Allison R. Soneru, Asahi Fujita, Mengyu Wang, Tobias Elze, Mohammad Eslami, Nazlee Zebardast

“…This study aims to improve GL classification using stacked weight-based machine learning models. <i>Materials and Methods</i>: We analyzed a subset of 33,636 participants (58% female) with 340,444 visual fields (VFs) from the Mass Eye and Ear (MEE) dataset. …”
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OCT-Defined Atrophic Age-Related Macular Degeneration Changes Associated with Deep Visual Sensitivity Losses: A Multicenter Study by Zhichao Wu, BAppSc(Optom), PhD, Barbara A. Blodi, MD, Frank G. Holz, MD, Glenn J. Jaffe, MD, Sandra Liakopoulos, MD, Srinivas R. Sadda, MD, Steffen Schmitz-Valckenberg, MD, Mari Bonse, BSc, Tyler Brown, COA, John Choong, BS, Bailey Clifton, COA, Giulia Corradetti, MD, Lauren A.B. Hodgson, MPH, Anna M. Lentzsch, MD, Alireza Mahmoudi, MD, Jeong W. Pak, PhD, Marlene Saßmannshausen, MD, Cindy Skalak, RN, COT, Leon von der Emde, MD, Jordan Winkler, BSc, Robyn H. Guymer, MBBS, PhD

“…Purpose: To identify combination(s) of OCT changes that define atrophic age-related macular degeneration (AMD) lesions associated with repeatable deep visual sensitivity defects. Design: Reader study. …”
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X-RAY METHODS OF DIAGNOSING THE ENDOPERIODONTITIS by Y. L. Denisova, N. I. Rosenik, L. A. Denisov

“…Comparative analysis of the X-ray examination methods revealed the higher informational content of the cone-beam computed tomography up to 5,51±0,61% than the orthopantomography in the diagnosis of endoperiodontitis in patients aged 35-44 years with periodontal diseases. …”
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Time Scale in Least Square Method by Özgür Yeniay, Öznur İşçi, Atilla Göktaş, M. Niyazi Çankaya

“…We also estimated coefficients for the model using ordinary least squares method. As a result, we made an introduction to least squares method on time scale. …”
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Image Inpainting Methods Evaluation and Improvement by Raluca Vreja, Remus Brad

“…With the upgrowing of digital processing of images and film archiving, the need for assisted or unsupervised restoration required the development of a series of methods and techniques. Among them, image inpainting is maybe the most impressive and useful. …”
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An empirical method to identify breaking waves by Mauricio Felga Gobbi

“…The method was statistically tested for its ability to correctly identify breaking waves, using the fact that all waves passing the gauge locations along the shoaling process were visually identified and marked as breaking or nonbreaking. …”
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METHODS OF APPLYING FERTILIZERS IN PRECISION AGRICULTURE by G. I. Lichman, S. A. Belykh, A. N. Marchenko

“…(Research purpose) is to develop new methods of variable-rate application of mineral fertilizers in crop production, which will allow increasing the profitability of crop production as compared with the conventional methods of applying fertilizers basing on average field indicators.  …”
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PHYSIOTHERAPY METHODS FOR PATIENTS WITH ADULT SCOLIOSIS by Evgeniya Dimitrova, Dimitar Nikolov

“…The aim of the present study is to investigate the effect of two different methods of exercise-based therapies on the treatment of adult idiopathic scoliosis. …”
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Assessing Social Norms, Health Behavior, and Change Using Visually Informed Participatory Research Tools: Social Network Mapping and 2x2 Tables by Kathryn Snyder, J. Rachael HaileSelasse, Girija Kaimal, Suruchi Sood

“…Participatory research can be used in conjunction with quantitative, other qualitative, and mixed methods research methods to collaboratively address priority global health issues that are greatly influenced by social norms. …”
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An intelligent dashboard framework for healthcare data analysis and disease outbreak prediction by B. Divya Prabha, P. S. S. Akilashri

“…Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Imaging & Visualization…”
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Religiosity and Female Participation in Sport: Exploring the Perceptions of the Turkish University Students by M. Turkmen

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Systematic Review of Agricultural Systems and Sustainability Challenges in Caraga Region (Region XIII) of Northeastern Mindanao, Philippines by A. N. Taer, E. C. Taer

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Latencies of conditioned vocal responses to hearing test tones in killer whales (Orcinus orca) by Jared Stephens, Alyssa W. Accomando, Alyssa W. Accomando, Kayla Nease, Kayla Nease, Brian K. Branstetter, Brian K. Branstetter, Todd R. Robeck

“…Reaction time as a function of sound duration is described, and equal-latency contours are presented.DiscussionThe data suggest that vocal reaction time decreases with increasing sensation level, therefore supporting the use of reaction time as a proxy for loudness perception in killer whales.…”
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An Analysis of School-Based Management on Learning Achievement in Senegal Primary Education by Yudai Ishii and Keiichi Ogawa

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The impact of deprivation on colorectal cancer‐stage distribution in a setting with high hospital bed density: A Japanese multilevel study by Toshiaki Shibata, Daisuke Shinjo, Kiyohide Fushimi

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Exploring the multifaceted correlates of household decision-making autonomy among married women in Cameroon by Daniel Amoak, Yujiro Sano, Satveer Dhillon, George N. Chidimbah Munthali, Roger Antabe, Isaac Luginaah

“…Investing in education and raising awareness about women’s rights, gender equality, and the importance of inclusive decision-making can be instrumental in challenging societal attitudes and promoting women’s autonomy.…”
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Innovative Development of Research Engagement Manual: Strategies to Enhance Recruitment and Retention of Black Individuals in Clinical Trials for Substance Use Disorders by Geoffrey Obel, DeWanda Harris-Trimiar, Joshua S. Elmore, Taryn L. Mayes, Adrienne Mays, Angela Casey-Willingham, Srividya Vasu, Steven Shoptaw, Madhukar H. Trivedi

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Visualization of lithiated/delithiated particle distribution in Li4Ti5O12 electrode by ultralow-voltage scanning electron microscopy imaging by Mitsunori Kitta

“…With its facile and high-throughput screening, ULV-SEM imaging is a promising method for characterizing LIB electrodes and clarifying the reactions occurring.…”
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Airway Segmentation and Centerline Extraction from Thoracic CT - Comparison of a New Method to State of the Art Commercialized Methods. by Pall Jens Reynisson, Marta Scali, Erik Smistad, Erlend Fagertun Hofstad, Håkon Olav Leira, Frank Lindseth, Toril Anita Nagelhus Hernes, Tore Amundsen, Hanne Sorger, Thomas Langø

“…Visualization during navigated bronchoscopy, the segmentation time and methods, differs. …”
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Multi-Layer Modeling and Visualization of Functional Network Connectivity Shows High Performance for the Classification of Schizophrenia and Cognitive Performance via Resting fMRI by Duc My Vo, Anees Abrol, Zening Fu, Vince D. Calhoun

“…<b>Results:</b> The results indicate increased default mode network connectivity with itself and cognitive control regions in patients, while controls showed stronger visual and sensorimotor connectivity. Our DCNN approach achieved 92.8% cross-validated classification accuracy, outperforming competing methods. …”
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