Leveraging Multi-Modality and Enhanced Temporal Networks for Robust Violence Detection by Gwangho Na, Jaepil Ko, Kyungjoo Cheoi

“…Using the XD-Violence dataset, which includes audio data for violence detection, we conduct experiments to evaluate various feature fusion methods. The proposed model achieves an average precision (AP) of 83.9%, surpassing the performance of single-modality approaches (visual: 73.9%, audio: 67.1%, textual: 29.9%) and dual-modality approaches (visual + audio: 78.8%, visual + textual: 78.5%). …”
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Efficacy of a Novel Melatonin-Loaded Gelatin Sponge in Palatal Wound Healing by Salma Nabil Hussein, Gehan Sherif Kotry, Amira Salama Eissa, Lamia Ahmed Heikal, Yasmine Youssri Gaweesh

“…Objectives: The aim of this research was to assess both clinically and histologically the effect of a topically applied melatonin-loaded gelatin sponge on palatal wound healing after graft harvesting. Methods: Twenty-six patients for whom free palatal graft procurement was indicated were divided equally into 2 groups. …”
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Promoting Inclusion and Diversity: a Pathways to Preparing Future Teachers (Insights from Ukraine and Poland) by Grzegorz Piekarski, Olena Budnyk, Kateryna Fomin

“…To address the research objectives, the following methods were employed: analysis of scientific literature on inclusive education and educational equality; media monitoring of various aspects of tolerant and intolerant attitudes toward individuals with disabilities across different countries; a comparative approach to examine best practices in teacher training across European nations; a questionnaire survey to identify cases of discrimination or inclusion in schools; and mathematical-statistical methods to process quantitative survey data. …”
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OWL model of multi-agent Smart-system of distance learning for people with vision disabilities by Galina A. Samigulina, Asem S. Shayakhmetova, Adlet Nyusupov

“…The aim of the study is to develop an ontological model of multiagent smart-system of distance learning for visually impaired people based on Java Agent Development Framework for obtaining high-quality engineering education in laboratories of join use on modern equipment.Materials and methods of research. …”
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A comparative study of ultrasound-guided caudal block versus anatomical landmark-based caudal block in pediatric patients undergoing infra-umbilical surgeries by Suman Halder, Amrita Roy, Payel Mitra, Maitreyee Mukherjee, Arpita Laha

“…Aims and Objectives: This study was done to compare the success rate and complications between ultrasound (USG) and landmark-guided caudal epidural analgesia in infra-umbilical surgeries in children aged more than 1 month–<12 years. Materials and Methods: A total of 150 subjects were randomly allocated into two equal groups (each of 75 patients). …”
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Effect of icatibant on sweating-induced dermal pain by Shunsuke Takahagi, Shunsuke Takahagi, Daiki Matsubara, Emi Murakami, Yumi Aoyama, Shinya Imamura, Atsushi Fukunaga, Atsushi Fukunaga, Yoshiko Oda, Hiroyuki Murota, Michihiro Hide, Michihiro Hide

“…This study aimed to evaluate the analgesic effect of icatibant, a bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist, for the dermal pain induced by sweating stimuli and explored the role of bradykinin in its pathomechanism.MethodsThis single-blind, randomized, crossover study enrolled adult patients who had experienced severe sweating-induced dermal pain. …”
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Bleaching efficacy of in-office bleaching with violet light using low-concentration hydrogen peroxide nanoparticulate photocatalyst gel: A randomized controlled trial by Gustavo Garcia Castro, Palena Araújo Pinto, Michael Willian Favoreto, Alessandra Reis, Maria Viviana-Mora, Rita de Cássia Mendonça de Miranda, Andres Felipe Milan Cardenas, Alessandro D. Loguercio, Rudys Rodolfo de Jesus Tavarez

“…The risk and intensity of TS were recorded using a 0–10 visual analogue scale (VAS) and a 0–4 numerical scale (NRS). …”
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3D Gaussian Splatting aided Localization for Large and Complex Indoor-Environments by V. Ress, J. Meyer, J. Meyer, W. Zhang, D. Skuddis, U. Soergel, N. Haala

“…Despite the strong progress in this field, there are still challenging situations in which established methods fail. We present an approach to significantly improve the accuracy and reliability of established visual localization methods by adding rendered images. …”
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Potential for material valorization of composites (glass fiber in polyester resin) in concrete: performance evaluation on mortar by Agnès Zambon, Mylène Deleglise-Lagardere

“…For a percentage of substitution equal to 7%, the mechanical strength is lower than that of the reference sample (30% decrease), with a compressive strength equal to 33 MPa (47 MPa for the reference sample). …”
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Effect of cervical traction on cervicogenic headache in patients with cervical radiculopathy: a preliminary randomized controlled trial by Anis Jellad, Amine Kalai, Amr Chaabeni, Cyrine Ben Nasrallah, Atef Ben Nsir, Mahbouba Jguirim, Asma Belguith Sriha, Zohra Ben Salah Frih, Mohamed Hedi Bedoui

“…The purpose of the study was to make a preliminary estimate of efficacy of adding MICT to conventional rehabilitation on CGH in patients with cervical radiculopathy. Methods A total of 36 CR patients with CGH were randomly allocated to 3 equally sized groups (A, B and C). …”
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Joint physical custody of children in Europe: A growing phenomenon by Mia Hakovirta, Daniel R. Meyer, Milla Salin, Eija Lindroos, Mari Haapanen

“…METHODS: This article uses a new module on the living arrangements of children from the European Union Statistics on Income and Living Conditions survey. …”
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The rise of antifeminist perspectives among future educators: a growing concern? by Nahia Idoiaga-Mondragon, Idoia Legorburu Fernandez, Maitane Picaza Gorrotxategi, Israel Alonso Saez

“…Despite expressing support for gender equality, participants were less likely to self-identify as feminists.DiscussionThese findings highlight the contradictions within young adults' perceptions of feminism and gender equality. …”
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Mapping Landscape Spaces by Mei Liu

“…While combining design vocabulary and landscape indicators, qualitative and quantitative mapping approaches, visual representation and interpretation methods, this research aims to provide a framework for describing, understanding, and communicating about spatial-visual characteristics in landscape design. …”
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Differentiated Education Using Technology in Junior and High School Classrooms by Elissavet Spyropoulou, Manolis Wallace, Vassilis Poulopoulos

“…DI encourages teachers to adjust their instructional methods based on students’ learning profiles and needs. …”
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Electroencephalography Signal Analysis: Classification Techniques and Applications by Iosif-Beniamin GOGA

“…This study explored EEG signal processing and classification techniques, focusing on applications driven by visual stimuli. The main focus of the study is the use of visually evoked potentials (VEPs) and steady-state visual evoked potentials (SSVEPs), which are widely used in BCI applications. …”
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The importance of different preoperative factors in the prognosis of functional results of uncomplicated surgery for idiopathic epimacular membranes by S. G. Toropygin, S. V. Nazarova, A. N. Maslov

“…The monitoring included, in addition to standard methods, Amsler grid test and optical coherence tomography of the macula. …”
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Analysis of professional deficits of teachers of the Republic of Tatarstan by L. E. Khairullina, F. M. Gafarov, L. E. Mingalieva

“…The results of the diagnostic work were processed using visual and mathematical- statistical methods implemented within the tools and libraries of the Python programming language.Results and scientific novelty. …”
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Applying photovoice and human-centered design to contextualize an adolescent micronutrient supplementation intervention in Mozambique by Sarah Bauler, Carmen Tse, Aicha Dos Santos, Lucilia Moises, Nicole Mbouemboue, Melissa Young, Joel Gittelsohn, Christine Marie George, Elli Leontsini

“…Methods We purposively selected 16 girls from three rural and peri-rural secondary schools divided equally into two age groups (13–16 years and 17–20 years) and asked them to take photos of their food environment. …”
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Professional propaedeutic council in the university by N. N. Malyarchuk, G. M. Krinitzyna, E. V. Pashchenko, V. V. Pivnenko

“…In the course of the research, a complex of theoretical and empirical research methods was employed: analysis, synthesis, moving from abstract to concrete, systematisation, and generalisation.Results and scientific novelty. …”
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Short-Term Spinal Cord Stimulation or Pulsed Radiofrequency for Elderly Patients with Postherpetic Neuralgia: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial by Lei Sheng, Zihao Liu, Wang Zhou, Xiaojun Li, Xin Wang, Qingjuan Gong

“…Department of Pain Management, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University. Methods. A total of 70 elderly patients with PHN were equally randomized to the PRF group or stSCS group. …”
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