A quantitative benchmark of neural network feature selection methods for detecting nonlinear signals by Antoine Passemiers, Pietro Folco, Daniele Raimondi, Giovanni Birolo, Yves Moreau, Piero Fariselli

“…We also use the same settings to benchmark the reliability of gradient-based feature attribution techniques for Neural Networks (NNs), such as Saliency Maps (SM). A quantitative evaluation of the reliability of these approaches is currently missing. …”
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Assessing the Association between Oral Hygiene and Preterm Birth by Quantitative Light-Induced Fluorescence by Christopher K. Hope, Qian Wang, Girvan Burnside, Adejumoke A. Adeyemi, Siobhan Quenby, Philip W. Smith, Susan M. Higham, Melissa Whitworth

“…The women had images of their anterior teeth captured using quantitative light-induced fluorescence (QLF). These images were analysed to calculate the amount of red fluorescent plaque (ΔR%) and percentage of plaque coverage. …”
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Quantitative Criteria for Solvent Selection in Liquid-Phase Exfoliation: Balancing Exfoliation and Stabilization Efficiency by Shunnian Wu, W. P. Cathie Lee, Hashan N. Thenuwara, Ping Wu

“…These results establish a quantitative framework for solvent selection, enhancing the efficiency of the LPE processes.…”
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ML-Based Quantitative Analysis of Linguistic and Speech Features Relevant in Predicting Alzheimer’s Disease by Tripti Tripathi, Rakesh Kumar

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Disentangling the effects of multiple stressors on freshwater macroinvertebrates: A quantitative analysis of experimental studies by Simin Bao, Jani Heino, Hao Xiong, Jun Wang

“…Our study provides a quantitative basis for accounting for the effect types of multiple stressors in freshwater macroinvertebrate-based biodiversity assessment and ecosystem management. …”
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Abundant quantitative trait loci exist for DNA methylation and gene expression in human brain. by J Raphael Gibbs, Marcel P van der Brug, Dena G Hernandez, Bryan J Traynor, Michael A Nalls, Shiao-Lin Lai, Sampath Arepalli, Allissa Dillman, Ian P Rafferty, Juan Troncoso, Robert Johnson, H Ronald Zielke, Luigi Ferrucci, Dan L Longo, Mark R Cookson, Andrew B Singleton

“…We observe that the largest magnitude quantitative trait loci occur across distinct brain tissues. …”
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Quantitative Coronary Angiography Guidance for Drug‐Eluting Stent Implantation: A Narrative Review by Cheol Whan Lee, Pil Hyung Lee, Seung‐Whan Lee, Patrick W. Serruys

“…Angiography‐guided PCI relies on visual estimation, leading to inter‐ and intra‐observer variability and suboptimal outcomes. Quantitative coronary angiography (QCA) provides reliable information about vascular dimensions, overcoming these limitations. …”
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Direct Quantitation of RNA Transcripts by Competitive Single-Tube RT-PCR and Capillary Electrophoresis by N.D. Borson, M.A. Strausbauch, P.J. Wettstein, R.P. Oda, S.L. Johnston, J.P. Landers

“…Attempts are frequently made to semiquantitate mRNA as a means of circumventing the laborious and time-consuming process of quantitation that is inherent in the use of competitor templates. …”
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Influence of Organisational Climate on Leadership: A Quantitative Analysis of the Work Environment Perceptions in Ecuador by Karla Villavicencio, Kerly Vanessa Palacios Zamora

“…It considers the dimensions of organisational climate and how they affect different leadership styles. Methodology: A quantitative approach was used through a descriptive survey. …”
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Quantitative MRI texture analysis of the lateral pterygoid muscle in unilateral temporomandibular joint disorders by Tao Huang, Shu-Fan Zhao, Zhi-Qiang Song, Zhong-Cheng Gong

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Trust and Acceptance Challenges in the Adoption of AI Applications in Health Care: Quantitative Survey Analysis by Janne Kauttonen, Rebekah Rousi, Ari Alamäki

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MRI R2* and quantitative susceptibility mapping in brain tissue with extreme iron overload by Christoph Birkl, Marlene Panzer, Christian Kames, Anna Maria Birkl-Toeglhofer, Alexander Rauscher, Bernhard Glodny, Elke R. Gizewski, Heinz Zoller

“…Abstract Background R2* and quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM) are regarded as robust techniques for assessing iron content in the brain. …”
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Qualitative evaluation of the implementation and national roll-out of the NHS App in England by Claire Reidy, Chrysanthi Papoutsi, Sukriti KC, Bernard Gudgin, Anthony A. Laverty, Felix Greaves, John Powell

“…Similar patient portals have been adopted in different formats and with variable levels of success. In this longitudinal study (2021–2023) we examined how the NHS App became implemented in the pandemic context and beyond. …”
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Analysis of stochastic SEIR(S) models with random total populations and variable diffusion rates by Henri Schurz, Taniya Chandrasena, Shanika Chandrasena

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Identifying Factors Affecting the Efficiency of Distance Education: A Qualitative Study by Shabnam Khoramirooz, Abbas Gholtash, Fatemeh Ahmadbeigi

“…To evaluate the variables pertinent to the study, a semi-structured interview was administered to ascertain the factors influencing the assessment of the efficacy of distance education. …”
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Faculty Members’ Perception of Factors on Academic Bullying: A Qualitative Study by RAHMATOLLAH SOLTANI, MOHAMMAD HASAN KESHAVARZI, ALI ASGHAR HAYAT, SEYED ALI AKBAR FAGHIHI, SOOLMAZ ZARE

“…Thus, this study seeks to investigate the factors contributing to the academic bullying phenomenon amonguniversity faculty members.Methods: This qualitative study employed a grounded theory approach. …”
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What Affects the Quality of Pharmacovigilance? Insights From Qualitative Comparative Analysis by Yadong Wang, Yue Chen, Xingjuan Xu, Ting Ying, Runan Xia, Yuanyuan Zhang, Xuefeng Xie

“…A unique sample of pharmacovigilance‐specific inspection reports from 13 representative companies in China was adopted in analysis. Given the qualitative nature of the inspection reports, we utilized crisp‐set qualitative comparative analysis (csQCA) with five factors structure based on the technology–organization–environment (TOE) theoretical framework. …”
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An mass ratio of permanent loads to variable loads of reinforced concrete buildings by Wanghu Sun, Yuning Sun, Chen Liu

“…A concept of mass ratio of permanent loads and variable loads (${R_m}$) is established for reinforced concrete buildings, and its reduction measures are outlined. …”
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Resilient organizational capabilities in NTBFs. Concept and variables as dynamic and adaptive capabilities by Eduardo Bueno Campos, Cecilia Murcia Rivera, Carlos Merino Moreno

“…In this paper we propose the concepts and variables that characterize resilient organizational capabilities (onwards ROC that can be viewed as dynamic capabilities. …”
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Variability of the Acoustic Emission Signals Generated by Partial Discharges in Mineral Oil by Michał KUNICKI

“…Acoustic signals generated by the continuously occurred PDs within 168 hours are registered. Several qualitative and quantitative indicators are assigned to describe the PD variability in time. …”
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