Client Selection in Federated Learning on Resource-Constrained Devices: A Game Theory Approach by Zohra Dakhia, Massimo Merenda

“…Federated Learning (FL), a key paradigm in privacy-preserving and distributed machine learning (ML), enables collaborative model training across decentralized data sources without requiring raw data exchange. FL enables collaborative model training across decentralized data sources while preserving privacy. …”
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Strategies occupational therapists employ to facilitate work-related transitions for persons with hand injuries: a study protocol for a scoping review by Michelle Elizabeth Uys, Helen Buchanan, Lana Van Niekerk

“…This scoping study will provide a single source of up-to-date evidence to inform health professionals about the strategies occupational therapists employ to facilitate work-related transitions for people with hand injuries.Methods and analysis The methodological framework by Arksey and O’Malley (2005) will form the structure of the scoping review. …”
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Complex biochemical characteristics of <i>Coriandrum sativum</i> L. by T. V. Khmelinskaya, A. E. Smolenskaya, A. E. Solovyeva

“…The selected accessions are of interest as source material for breeding programs and practical utilization.…”
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An overview of ahead geological detection technologies in tunnels by Dingchao Chen, Xiangyu Wang, Jianbiao Bai, Yuan Chu, Xian Wang, Jiaxin Zhao, Menglong Li

“…This paper underscores the need for multi-source, cooperative detection approaches and transparent geological models to improve the safety and efficiency of tunneling operations, ultimately contributing to the optimization of tunnel design and construction strategies.…”
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Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm Based on the Division Between Exploration and Exploitation and Its Application in Esophageal Cancer Prediction by WANG Yingcong, YAN Jun, SUN Junwei, WANG Yanfeng

“…ObjectiveIn the artificial bee colony (ABC) algorithm, employed bees search the entire search space while onlooker bees concentrate their efforts near high-quality food sources. From the perspective of exploration and exploitation, employed bees primarily handle exploration, whereas onlooker bees are responsible for exploitation. …”
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On the use of the scaled spherical wave expansions for recovering the target sound field in non-anechoic spaces by Chao Li, Ding-Yu Hu, Yong-Chang Li, Yuan Liu

“…In addition, a simplified formulation was developed specifically for target sources with rigid surfaces, further enhancing the method’s practicality. …”
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Mechanism of Influence of Spatial Perception on Residents’ Emotion in Child-Friendly Urban Streets of Fuzhou City by Shaofeng CHEN, Zhengyan CHEN, Yuhan XU, Zheng DING

“…The present research has made important progress, but there are still limitations in data sources and methods of analyzing residents’ emotions. …”
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Efficiency assessment of micro hydropower for agriculture using modern modeling by Urishev Omadjon, Salomov Uktam, Ergashev Sirojiddin, Kuchkarov Akmaljon, Madaliev Murodil, Abdukarimov Bekzod, Juraev Nurmakhamad

“…Using modern numerical analysis methods, including computational turbulence modeling algorithms, the study evaluates the energy production and optimization of micro-hydropower plant operation under various conditions. …”
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Mechanisms of Noise Transmission in Velocity Broad-Band Seismometers: Modeling and Analysis by Yini Sun, Zhongkun Zhang, Zhijuan Zhu, Bin Chen, Lingyun Ye

“…Numerical simulations and experiments using the CS60 seismometer showed excellent agreement with theoretical predictions, validating the proposed model and associated noise optimization strategies. This study identified effective methods to reduce noise transfer gains, including optimizing the input and feedback mechanical constants and refining gains at various stages.…”
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Optimising sample preparation to enhance contrast-to-noise ratio in X-ray phase contrast tomography white matter (WM) imaging of the central nervous system by Michela Fratini, Michela Fratini, Lorenzo Massimi, Francesco Brun, Darren Batey, Inna Bukreeva, Alberto Mittone, Alberto Bravin, Elena Longo, Giuliana Tromba, Federico Giove, Federico Giove, Silvia Cipiccia, Alejandra Sierra

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Simulation of Paper Processing in High Frequency Electromagnetic Field with the Help of a Specific Software by RUS Daiana Ioana, SZOKE Adrian, MUȚIU Tudor George, SOPRONI Vasile Darie, MOLNAR Carmen Otilia

“…The use of microwave energy (MW) can be considered as a controlled heating source, which can also be used in combination with other heating methods. …”
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WaveConstLib: A java library for signal analysis and wavelet construction by Çağla Sarvan Cibil, Nalan Özkurt

“…It provides tools to create wavelet functions tailored to specific signals while adhering to WT conditions. Unlike traditional methods, WaveConstLib employs multi-objective evolutionary algorithms (MOEAs) optimization to construct signal-specific wavelet functions, ensuring superior adaptability and performance. …”
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Rapid isolation and characterization of Wharton's jelly-derived mesenchymal stem cells maintained in fresh-prepared human AB-serum by Yudy Tjahjono, Sianty Dewi, Bernadette Dian Novita, Hendy Wijaya, Brilliant Dwi Putra, Suryo Kuncorojakti, Lucia Hendriati, FX Himawan Haryanto Jong, Teguh Widodo, Franklin Vincentius Malonda

“…This study aimed to optimize WJ-MSC isolation and characterization methods. …”
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Research on Power Conversion and Control Technology of Ocean Buoy Tidal Energy Power Supply System by Changpo Song, Fengyong Sun, Fan Yang

“…Saber and Matlab simulations demonstrate that the proposed approach yields faster power tracking response and increases output power by 5–10% compared to traditional methods. The combined controller and improved GWO algorithm provide a stable and efficient solution for small-scale ocean energy systems, offering practical insights for power regulation in other marine energy sources like wave, wind, and solar.…”
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Investigation on the Shear Behavior and Mechanism of MICP-Treated Loess Soil by Yang Chen, Li Zhao, Jiaojiao Zi, Jianyong Han, Chaozhe Zhang

“…Subsequently, calcium chloride was selected as the optimal calcium source based on the ultimate strength of the MICP-treated loess. …”
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Analysis of the Efficiency of Technologies for Extraction Carbon Dioxide from Combustion Products by V. A. Sednin, R. S. Ignatovich

“…Therefore, for practical use in the deep utilization of combustion products of mini-CHP plants operating on local fuels, to obtain carbon dioxide with a low content of impurities, it is necessary to apply the method of chemical absorption. The use of physical absorption technology in a fixed bed can be used to reduce energy source emissions or in cases where the degree of purity of carbon dioxide does not matter.…”
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Cryopreservation as an assisted reproductive technology by I. R. Abdulazimova, L. L. Mezhidova, R. S. Barkinkhoeva, Z. U. Zarieva, Z. Kh. Abadieva, Kh. R. Magamadova, A. L. Vazikaeva, A. A. Bzhekshieva, D. A. Bogatyreva, E. A. Kauts, M. A. Bayanova, Kh. U. Umarova, Kh. A. Satuev, M. A.F. Qasem

“…These sources were not included in the assessment of method effectiveness but were considered in the context of the timeline for the technologies and ethical-legal aspects. …”
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Venture philanthropy in rare disease therapy by JA Levine

“…Methods: A mixed-methods design was employed. Data sources included (i) stakeholder focus groups to identify key issues in rare disease VP; (ii) semi-structured interviews with 15 stakeholders, including funders, advocates, and biotechnology company executives; (iii) a systematic analysis of 26 VP organizations using 30 investment criteria; and (iv) the application of DACMAR to assess best practices. …”
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Can Earthquake Locations Be Improved for Real-time Monitoring? Revisiting the 1995 seismicity at Soufri`ere Hills Volcano, Montserrat by Jade Eyles, Jessica Johnson, Jenni Barclay, Paddy Smith, Victoria Miller

“…We propose a new method that utilises synthetic earthquakes to evaluate whether the calculated hypocenters and their associated errors accurately represent the true source locations. …”
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A Fast Two-Dimensional Direction-of-Arrival Estimator Using Array Manifold Matrix Learning by Jieyi Lu, Long Yang, Yixin Yang, Lu Wang

“…Sparsity-based methods for two-dimensional (2D) direction-of-arrival (DOA) estimation often suffer from high computational complexity due to the large array manifold dictionaries. …”
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