MFFTNet: A Novel 3D Point Cloud Segmentation Network Based on Multi-Scale Feature Fusion and Transformer Architecture by Hao Bai, Xiongwei Li, Qing Meng, Shulong Zhuo, Lili Yan

“…The decoder progressively upsamples to restore the original point cloud and injects multi-scale feature information to achieve precise segmentation. Based on the aforementioned encoding-decoding structure and multi-scale feature fusion, MFFTNet outperforms existing methods on the point cloud semantic segmentation datasets ShapeNetPart and S3DIS.…”
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Classifying problematic gaming using a latent profile approach based on personality traits in Chinese young adolescent by Jingyue Hao, Zhenjiang Liao, Qiuping Huang, Xinxin Chen, Shuhong Lin, Yongyan Shi, Yifan Li, Yin Tang, Xuhao Wang, Hongxian Shen

“…In contrast, medium-risk gamers scored low across all Big Five dimensions, while low-risk gamers achieved higher scores in all traits except neuroticism. …”
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Predicting the Viscosity of Petroleum Emulsions Using Gene Expression Programming (GEP) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM) by Abubakar A. Umar, Ismail M. Saaid, Aliyu A. Sulaimon, Rashidah M. Pilus

“…This study tries to assess the correlation between aging time, water cut, crude oil viscosity, water viscosity and amount of solids and viscosity of petroleum emulsions. To achieve that, a response surface methodology (RSM) based on Box-Behnken design (BBD) was used to design the experiment. …”
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Multiple patterns of EEG parameters and their role in the prediction of patients with prolonged disorders of consciousness by Hui Li, Hui Li, Hui Li, Linghui Dong, Linghui Dong, Linghui Dong, Wenlong Su, Wenlong Su, Ying Liu, Ying Liu, Zhiqing Tang, Zhiqing Tang, Xingxing Liao, Xingxing Liao, Junzi Long, Junzi Long, Xiaonian Zhang, Xinting Sun, Hao Zhang, Hao Zhang, Hao Zhang, Hao Zhang

“…A predictive model constructed using support vector machine achieved an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.95, with the top 10 SHAP values being associated with transition probability (TP) from state C to F, time coverage of state E, TP from state D to F and D to F, mean duration of state A, TP from state F to C, amplitude of MMN, time coverage of state F, TP from state C to D, and mean duration of state E. …”
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Experimental assessment of Acanthopagrus schlegelii biomass based on environmental DNA technology by Yan Liu, Mengyi Zhang, Liangming Wang, Changping Yang, Yukai Yang, Qijian Xie, Manting Liu, Cheng Chen, Chunbin Jia, Binbin Shan

“…Through model simulations, the variation patterns of A. schlegelii eDNA were revealed. The study achieved three key findings: (1) The research on the release and degradation mechanisms of A. schlegelii eDNA indicated that the Generalized Additive Model (GAM) effectively fits the variation patterns of eDNA concentration. …”
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Optimization of carbon footprint management model of electric power enterprises based on artificial intelligence. by Liangzheng Wu, Kaiman Li, Yan Huang, Zhengdong Wan, Jieren Tan

“…The research conclusion reveals the actual achievements and existing problems of power enterprises in energy saving and emission reduction, and provides reliable carbon information for the government, enterprises, and the public. …”
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Comparison of efficacy and safety of thrombus prevention strategies after abdominal and pelvic cancer surgery: Bayesian network based meta-analysis by Shiran Qin, Shiran Qin, Sitong Guo, Yucheng Yao, Yucheng Yao, Ying He, Dandan Xu, Dandan Xu, Henghai Su, Xiaoyu Chen, Haoru Meng

“…The SUCRA analysis indicated that physiotherapy was the best intervention for major bleeding.ConclusionExisting evidence suggests that DOACs can provide better thromboprophylaxis efficacy for patients after abdominal and pelvic cancer surgery, achieving an optimal balance between efficacy and safety. …”
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Oral Cyclophosphamide for Patients With Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer in a Scenario of Limited Health Care Resources by Diana del Cisne Pineda, Gabriel Berlingieri Polho, Yumi Ricucci Shinkado, Gustavo Alves Contado, Nathalia de Souza Crusoe, Vivian Naomi Horita, Joao Carlos Resende, Jamile Almeida Silva, Guilherme Fialho de Freitas, David Queiroz Muniz, Caio V. Suartz, Leopoldo Alves Ribeiro-Filho, Paulo M. Hoff, José Mauricio Mota

“…Prostate-specific antigen decrease ≥50% from baseline (PSA50) response was determined as the proportion of patients achieving a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) decline ≥50% from baseline. …”
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Using the ADAPT guidance to culturally adapt a brief intervention to reduce alcohol use among injury patients in Tanzania. by Catherine A Staton, Armand Zimmerman, Msafiri Pesambili, Ashley J Phillips, Anna Tupetz, Joao Vitor Perez de Souza, Judith Boshe, Michael H Pantalon, Monica Swahn, Blandina T Mmbaga, Joao Ricardo Nickenig Vissoci

“…Our adapted BNI, 'Punguza Pombe Kwa Afya Yako (PPKAY)', based on the FRAMES model, showed high feasibility and acceptability, with 84% of interventions achieving ≥80% adherence and 98% patient satisfaction. …”
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Efficient Micropropagation of Bistorta amplexicaulis (D.Don) Greene: An Important Medicinal Plant of Western Himalaya by Mudasir Fayaz, Seema Singh, Irshad Ahmad Bhat, Musadiq Hussain Bhat, Firdous Ahmad Khanday, Alamgir Ahmad Dar

“…Direct organogenesis from nodal segments was achieved by culturing the nodal explants on Murashige and Skoog medium supplemented with 2.0 mg·L−1 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP). …”
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Removal of Ammonium from Aqueous Solutions Using Zeolite Synthesized from Electrolytic Manganese Residue by Changxin Li, Yuan Yu, Qingwu Zhang, Hong Zhong, Shuai Wang

“…Maximum ammonium uptake capacity was achieved at pH value 8.0, EMRZ dosage 0.2 g/100 mL, contact time 100 min, initial ammonium concentration 200 mg/L, and temperature 35°C. …”
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Transition to the sustainable supply chains: (on the example of PJSC Uralkali) by Strimovskaya Anna, Ryumkina Kseniya, Presnyakova Olga

“…Recommendations have been developed for the application of logistics theory models to solve these problems, taking into account the achievement of sustainable development goals. The study presents an analysis of statistical data on the production and consumption of the company's products in the regions of Russia and abroad during the period from 2019 to 2023. …”
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Hypoxia-inducible factor 1α is required to establish the larval glycolytic program in Drosophila melanogaster by Yasaman Heidarian, Tess D. Fasteen, Liam Mungcal, Kasun Buddika, Nader H. Mahmoudzadeh, Travis Nemkov, Angelo D'Alessandro, Jason M. Tennessen

“…Objectives: The rapid growth that occurs during Drosophila larval development requires a dramatic rewiring of central carbon metabolism to support biosynthesis. Larvae achieve this metabolic state, in part, by coordinately up-regulating the expression of genes involved in carbohydrate metabolism. …”
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Research on Optimal Design of Pressure Relief Blasting Parameters of Middle Rock Pillar in Near Vertical Coal Seam by Yadi Wang, Shiqi Yu, Hai Rong, Liting Pan

“…A presplitting blasting pressure relief technology of drilling a construction chamber in the middle of the rock column is proposed to form a buffer layer in the rock wall and effectively prevent the continuous downward movement of stress. In order to achieve the optimal blasting effect, the finite element numerical simulation software GTS NX is used to carry out the chamber rock mass hole blasting simulation experiment, the three influencing factors of blasting effect, such as charge quantity, blast hole diameter, and blast hole row spacing, are comprehensively considered, and the optimal pressure relief blasting parameters with the radius of borehole blasting crack circle and the width of plastic zone as the index are determined. …”
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Chronic Benign Tubular Albuminuria From Compound Heterozygous Variants in : A Case Report by Adam Pietrobon, Mark D. Elliott

“…Outcomes: Kidney biopsy was not pursued for this patient as diagnostic clarification was achieved by non-invasive genetic testing alone. Novel findings: This case highlights several important lessons. …”
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Preparation and Electrochemical Characterization of Y-Doped Li_1.3Al_0.3Ti_1.7(PO₄)₃ Solid Electrolytes for Lithium-Metal Batter... by Zhongran Yao, Fen Qi, Qiang Sun, Lin Ye, Xiaowei Yang, Guojie Chao, Pei Tang, Kongjun Zhu

“…When paired with the NCM811 cathode, the Li/LAYTP-0.03/NCM811 cell exhibited outstanding electrochemical performance: a high capacity of 155 mAh/g was achieved at 0.2C after 50 cycles with a Coulombic efficiency of approximately 100%, indicating highly reversible lithium plating/stripping facilitated by the LAYTP-0.03 electrolyte. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Financial Flows in the Healthcare Systems of Germany, Austria and Czechia: Opportunities for Savings and Assessing the Tax-Like Nature of Health Insurance C... by Mini, Patrick

“…Leveraging digital health technologies and fostering transparency in healthcare financing are critical for achieving systemic savings and equity. Practical relevance/social implications: This study highlights the importance of tailored financial reforms to address demographic shifts and rising healthcare costs. …”
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Enhancing Graphene Oxide Production and Its Efficacy in Adsorbing Crystal Violet: An In-Depth Study of Thermodynamics, Kinetics, and DFT Analysis by Soukaina El Bourachdi, Faiçal El Ouadrhiri, Fatima Moussaoui, Ebraheem Abdu Musad Saleh, Abdelhay El Amri, Raed H. Althomali, Asmaa F. Kassem, Marwa Mostafa Moharam, Ali raza Ayub, Kakul Husain, Ismail Hassan, Amal Lahkimi

“…This study aimed to optimize the synthesis yield of graphene oxide from graphite using the Hummers method and response surface methodology (RSM), achieving a yield of 106.14% with 5 g of KMnO4 and 1 g of NaNO3 for 8 hours. …”
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Influence of alcohol blend fuels on performance and noise emission in spark ignition engine by Ali Murtaza Ansari, Liaquat Ali Memon, Faheem Ahmed Solangi, Mamdouh T. Ghannam, Mohamed Y.E. Selim

“…However, the brake-specific fuel consumption decreased by 1.24 to 3.1 %, and the brake thermal efficiency for G100, G90E10, and G80E20 fuels achieved at power of 1.91 kW were 22 %, 24 % and 25 %, respectively. …”
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Diagnosis of Intraductal Biliary Lesions: Towards Greater Accuracy and Safety by Sung Woo Ko, Seung Bae Yoon

“…Technical success was achieved in 96.0% (24/25) and 48.0% (12/25) of patients in the new and conventional method groups, respectively (risk ratio, 2.00; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.32 to 3.03; risk difference, 48.0%; 95% CI, 27.0% to 69.0%; p<0.001). …”
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