A semantic segmentation-based automatic pterygium assessment and grading system by Qingbo Ji, Qingbo Ji, Wanyang Liu, Wanyang Liu, Qingfeng Ma, Qingfeng Ma, Lijun Qu, Lin Zhang, Hui He

“…The growing patient population and limited ophthalmologist resources necessitate efficient AI-based diagnostic solutions. This study aims to develop an automated grading system combining deep learning and image processing techniques for precise pterygium evaluation.MethodsThe proposed system integrates two modules: 1) A semantic segmentation module utilizing an improved TransUnet architecture for pixel-level pterygium localization, trained on annotated slit-lamp microscope images from clinical datasets. 2) A severity assessment module employing enhanced curve fitting algorithms to quantify pterygium invasion depth in critical ocular regions. …”
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Enhanced U-Net for Underwater Laser Range-Gated Image Restoration: Boosting Underwater Target Recognition by Peng Liu, Shuaibao Chen, Wei He, Jue Wang, Liangpei Chen, Yuguang Tan, Dong Luo, Wei Chen, Guohua Jiao

“…Underwater optical imaging plays a crucial role in maritime safety, enabling reliable navigation, efficient search and rescue operations, precise target recognition, and robust military reconnaissance. …”
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LncRNA of peripheral blood mononuclear cells: HYMAI acts as a potential diagnostic and therapeutic biomarker for female major depressive disorder by Tianyi Bu, Jiarun Yang, Jiawei Zhou, Yeran Liu, Kexin Qiao, Yan Wang, Jili Zhang, Erying Zhao, Boakye Kwame Owura, Xiaohui Qiu, Zhengxue Qiao, Yanjie Yang

“…The potential of long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) as efficient and accurate diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers provides more possibilities for early and accurate diagnosis of MDD.MethodsFirst, the differential expression profile of lncRNAs in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) between MDD patients and healthy controls was established based on high-throughput sequencing analysis. …”
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Temperature-Responsive Microrobot for High-Temperature Sensing in Constrained Environments by Shaobo Ding, Junmin Liu, Jiaxu Dong, Rencheng Zhuang, Enbo Shi, Shutong Wang, Yuhang Xiao, Dekai Zhou, Longqiu Li, Xiaocong Chang

“…Due to poor accessibility to constrained space, and low visibility, conventional thermometry and existing nanoscale thermometers struggle to achieve efficient and accurate temperature detection. As an emerging technology, microrobots offer great potential for temperature sensing in such challenging conditions. …”
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Diagnostic potential of salivary IL-1β, IL-8, SAT, S100P, and OAZ1 in oral squamous cell carcinoma, oral submucous fibrosis, and oral lichen planus based on findings from a Sri Lan... by Kalpani Senevirathna, Thilini Anupama Nanayakkarawasam Mahakapuge, Nadeeka U. Jayawardana, Jayanthe Rajapakse, Chandrika Udumalagala Gamage, Bimalka Seneviratne, Unil Perera, Kehinde Kazeem Kanmodi, Ruwan Duminda Jayasinghe

“…This novel clinical technique has the potential to be a powerful, efficient, and reliable tool for early detection of cancer. …”
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High-Resolution, Low-Latency Multi-Satellite Precipitation Merging by Correcting with Weather Radar Network Data by Seungwoo Baek, Soorok Ryu, Choeng-Lyong Lee, Francisco J. Tapiador, Gyuwon Lee

“…This study proposes an efficient algorithm for integrating and enhancing precipitation estimates from multiple satellite observations. …”
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Panoramic X-Ray Synthesis From Dental CBCT Using Patient-Tailored Simulated Geometry With Uniform Projection Sampling by Anusree P. Sunilkumar, Bikram Keshari Parida, Seong-Yong Moon, Wonsang You

“…Our framework can synthesize realistic PX images from dental CBCT by employing efficient ray tracing strategies customized to the patient’s oral structure without the need for scan parameters and ultimately empower dentists’ diagnostic capabilities.…”
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A Multidimensional Visible Evaluation Model for Stroke Rehabilitation: A Pilot Study by Ping Xie, Ying Wang, Xiaoling Chen, Yingying Hao, Haoxiang Yang, Yinan Yang, Meng Xu

“…Efficient rehabilitation state evaluation is important to the design of rehabilitation strategies after stroke. …”
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AI-based nanotoxicity data extraction and prediction of nanotoxicity by Eunyong Ha, Seung Min Ha, Zayakhuu Gerelkhuu, Hyun-Yi Kim, Tae Hyun Yoon

“…As a result, the qualitative and quantitative importance of data is now widely recognized. …”
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Environmental DNA Epigenetics Accurately Predicts the Age of Cultured Fish Larvae by Eliot Ruiz, Fabien Leprieur, Gérard Sposito, Martina Lüthi, Michel Schmidlin, Jacques Panfili, Loïc Pellissier, Camille Albouy

“…ABSTRACT While acquiring age information is crucial for efficient stock management and biodiversity conservation, traditional aging methods fail to offer a universal, non‐invasive, and precise way of estimating a wild animal's age. …”
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Biological Removal and Fate Assessment of Diclofenac Using Bacillus subtilis and Brevibacillus laterosporus Strains and Ecotoxicological Effects of Diclofenac and 4′-Hydroxy-diclof... by Camille Grandclément, Anne Piram, Marie-Eléonore Petit, Isabelle Seyssiecq, Isabelle Laffont-Schwob, Guillaume Vanot, Nicolas Tiliacos, Nicolas Roche, Pierre Doumenq

“…Since bacterial consortia involved in conventional wastewater treatment processes are not efficient in removing diclofenac (DCF), an emerging pollutant frequently detected in water bodies, the identification of microorganisms able to metabolise this pharmaceutical compound is relevant. …”
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Identification and expression analysis of P-type ATPase IIIA subfamily in Puccinia Striiformis f. sp. tritici by Yingjie Sun, Hong Tao, Hong Han, Yiping Zou, Yingyu Xue, Shiwen Chen, Fei Tao

“…This study not only identifies a target and direction for the development of new, efficient, and environmentally friendly control agents for wheat stripe rust but also establishes a foundation for analyzing its pathogenic mechanisms.…”
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Primary prevention of stroke: randomised controlled pilot trial protocol on engaging everyday activities promoting health by Aileen Bergström, Susanne Guidetti, Ann-Helen Patomella, Emelie Mälstam, Christina Eriksson, Elisabet Åkesson, Anders Kottorp, Eric Asaba

“…Current healthcare is failing to reduce modifiable risk factors in people at risk, and in addition to current practice, there is a need for systematic and efficient non-pharmacological and non-surgical stroke-prevention strategies. …”
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Phytic acid is an available phosphorus source for maize plants in juvenile phase belonging to two populations with different breeding backgrounds by Maria Carelli, Federica Terlizzi, Carla Scotti

“…Both maize populations were able to grow using phytic acid as the sole P source but organic P utilization was less efficient than Pi; a significant root-released phytase activity, induced by the presence of InsP6, was detected in Po treatment. …”
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Assessment of the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge and Practice Regarding Oral Hygiene Among Preschool Children at a Selected Primary School in Vellore by Elizabeth Rani, Clement I, Nisha Clement

“…Thus the video assisted teaching program was effective in improving the levels of knowledge and practice among preschool children in the experimental group.Conclusion The brushing methods used were least efficient according to this study. Training in oral hygiene should be based on a childs motor skill level and developmental stage. …”
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R&D Expenditure and Innovation in the EU and Selected Member States by Radka MacGregor Pelikánová

“…Further and deeper research is needed and should help the EU to change its approach to innovations and make it more effective and efficient.…”
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Magnetic resonance angiography for cerebral arterial and venous visualization in dogs: a comparative study of time-of-flight, phase-contrast, and time-resolved imaging of contrast... by Sunghwa Hong, Sunghwa Hong, Soyeon Kim, Mire Namgoong, Minjoo Kwon, Junghee Yoon, Jihye Choi

“…These results provide a basis for improving MRA techniques in veterinary medicine, helping to make diagnoses more accurate and procedures more efficient in both clinical practice and research.…”
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High and low similarity backbone extraction using similarity-based link prediction by Ali Yassin, Hocine Cherifi, Hamida Seba, Olivier Togni

“…High Similarity Preferential Attachment backbone emphasizes robust global links between major hubs, High Similarity Shortest Path backbone ensures efficient direct paths, and High Similarity Local Path backbone reveals redundant connections that strengthen localized cohesion. …”
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Kebijakan Pengembangan Infrastruktur dan Manajemen Umum Untuk Mengatasi Kemacetan di Kota Bandung by Muhammad Aswal

“…The implementation of these policies is expected to improve accessibility, reduce congestion, and develop an effective and efficient transportation system. Keywords: Congestion, Public Transport, Transportation System, Infrastructure Development.…”
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A Deep Learning-Based Time-Frequency Scheme for Ship Detection Using HFSWR by Da Huang, Hao Zhou, Yingwei Tian, Zhiqing Yang, Weimin Huang

“…In conclusion, the proposed scheme provides an effective and efficient solution for HFSWR ship detection.…”
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