Explainability of Network Intrusion Detection Using Transformers: A Packet-Level Approach by Pahavalan Rajkumardheivanayahi, Ryan Berry, Nicholas U. Costagliola, Lance Fiondella, Nathaniel D. Bastian, Gokhan Kul

“…Recent advancements in natural language processing have demonstrated the effectiveness of Transformer-based models in handling sequence data with tasks such as token classification and text generation. We have adapted this technology to NIDS to extract key features and characteristics of the header and payload in the context of various attacks. …”
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Identification of novel PfEMP1 variants containing domain cassettes 11, 15 and 8 that mediate the Plasmodium falciparum virulence-associated rosetting phenotype. by Florence E McLean, Brian R Omondi, Nouhoum Diallo, Stanley Otoboh, Carolyne Kifude, Abdirahman I Abdi, Rivka Lim, Thomas D Otto, Ashfaq Ghumra, J Alexandra Rowe

“…Here we test the hypothesis that DC11 and DC16 are the only PfEMP1 types in the P. falciparum genome that mediate rosetting, by examining a set of thirteen recent culture-adapted Kenyan parasite lines. We first analysed the var gene/PfEMP1 repertoires of the Kenyan lines and identified an average of three DC11 or DC16 PfEMP1 variants per genotype. …”
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Biomechanical coordination and variability alters following repetitive movement fatigue in overhead athletes with painful shoulder by Rahman Sheikhhoseini, Sajjad Abdollahi, Mohammad Salsali, Mehrdad Anbarian

“…Specifically, the CSP group’s approach appeared to involve adjustments in movement patterns to manage the task despite fatigue. This adaptation contrasts with the CON group’s more complex movement strategy, which involved greater variability and adjustments in both the shoulder and elbow joints.…”
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Prosocial competency-based model of a future teacher by E. I. Eroshenkova, I. S. Shapovalova, E. A. Karabutova, S. V. Anokhina, O. S. Miroshnikova

“…Moreover, the students’ responses allow determining “the ability to develop the other people’s talents and skills” and “the ability to help the other people” as the competencies of the prosocial vector of the competency-based model of a future teacher.The scientific novelty lies in the development of the prosocial competency-based model of a future teacher and in the allocation of 3 clusters of regulatory (stability and adaptability), affective (empathy and communication skills) and stimulating (time management and planning skills) competencies in its structure.The practical significance lies in the use of the materials as starting points for improving the competency-based model of a pedagogical university graduate.…”
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Analyzing sorbitol biosynthesis using a metabolic network flux model of a lichenized strain of the green microalga Diplosphaera chodatii by Hadi Nazem-Bokaee, Erik F. Y. Hom, Sarah Mathews, Cécile Gueidan

“…Furthermore, the newly developed metabolic model of D. chodatii, iDco_core, captures both linear and cyclic electron flow schemes characterized in photosynthetic microorganisms and suggests a possible adaptation to fluctuating water availability during periods of desiccation. …”
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Latest Advancements in Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Electronic Muscle Stimulation (EMS): Revisiting an Established Therapy with New Possibilities by Patel P, Green M, Tram J, Wang E, Murphy M, Abd-Elsayed AA, Chakravarthy K

“…., Department of Pain Medicine, 5362 Sweetwater Trails, San Diego, CA, 92130, USA, Email mgreen@nxtstim.comAbstract: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Electronic Muscle Stimulation (EMS) are non-invasive therapies widely used for pain relief and neuromuscular adaptation. However, the clinical research supporting the efficacy of TENS in chronic pain management is limited by significant methodological flaws, including small sample sizes and inconsistent reporting of stimulation parameters. …”
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Psychometric Testing of the CHAMPS Questionnaire in French Canadians with COPD by Susanne Mak, Jean Bourbeau, Nancy E. Mayo, Sharon Wood-Dauphinee, Judith E. Soicher

“…In a previous article, we reported on the cross-cultural adaptation of the Community Healthy Activities Model Program for Seniors (CHAMPS) questionnaire to produce a Canadian French version. …”
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Relationship between body volume and rib eye area in Colombian buffalo cattle by Sebastián Pineda-Sierra, Divier Antonio Agudelo-Gómez, Edison Julián Ramírez-Toro, Diana Carolina Solano-Suárez, Andrés Felipe Pérez-Rojo

“…The test lasted for 252 days, including an initial adaptation period. Morphometric and ultrasound measurements were taken every 28 days to assess the animals’ development using a zoometric cane and an Esaote MyLab ultrasound scanner device equipped with a linear transducer (3.5-MHz; 18 cm). …”
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AcfA Regulates the Virulence and Cell Envelope Stress Response of <i>Vibrio parahaemolyticus</i> by Huan Liu, Huayu Lei, Juanjuan Cao, Zhaobang Xie, Yile Shi, Yanni Zhao

“…Additionally, AcfA was involved in adapting to stressors, such as H₂O₂, EDTA, and acid, in <i>V. parahaemolyticus</i>. …”
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In Silico Evaluation of Algorithm-Based Clinical Decision Support Systems: Protocol for a Scoping Review by Michael Dorosan, Ya-Lin Chen, Qingyuan Zhuang, Shao Wei Sean Lam

“…Anticipated findings aim to contribute to developing a unified in silico evaluation framework adaptable to various clinical workflows, detailing clinical decision-making characteristics, impact measures, and reusability of methods. …”
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Characterizing Groundwater Level Response to Precipitation at Multiple Timescales in the Lubei Plain Region Using Transfer Function Analysis by Lewei Xu, Huili Gong, Beibei Chen, Chaofan Zhou, Xueting Zhong, Ziyao Ma, Dexin Meng

“…Groundwater is essential for ecosystem stability and climate adaptation, with precipitation variations directly affecting groundwater levels (GWLs). …”
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Human Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells Attenuate Ocular Hypertension-Induced Retinal Neuroinflammation via Toll-Like Receptor 4 Pathway by Shangli Ji, Jie Xiao, Jian Liu, Shibo Tang

“…The expression levels of glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP), ionized calcium binding adapter molecule 1 (iba-1), and toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) were assessed via immunohistochemistry, real-time quantitative PCR, and Western blot. …”
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A Binocular Vision-Assisted Method for the Accurate Positioning and Landing of Quadrotor UAVs by Jie Yang, Kunling He, Jie Zhang, Jiacheng Li, Qian Chen, Xiaohui Wei, Hanlin Sheng

“…A novel image preprocessing technique is proposed, utilizing finite adaptive histogram equalization in the HSV color space, to enhance UAV recognition and the detection of markers under shadow conditions. …”
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Connections Across Open Water: A Bi‐Organelle, Genomics‐Scale Assessment of Atlantic‐Wide Population Dynamics in a Pelagic, Endangered Apex Predator Shark (Isurus oxyrinchus) by Andrea M. Bernard, Marissa R. Mehlrose, Kimberly A. Finnegan, Bradley M. Wetherbee, Mahmood S. Shivji

“…Linkage disequilibrium network analysis indicated that makos possess a chromosomal inversion that occurs Atlantic wide, a genome feature that may be informative for evolutionary investigations concerning adaptations and the global history of this iconic species. …”
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Development of a non-invasive heart rate measurement method for sea turtles with dense keratinous scutes through effective electrode placement by Ayaka Saito, Kino Sakai, Megumi Kawai, Lyu Lyu, Kazunari Kameda, Hiromi Kudo, Katsufumi Sato, Kentaro Q. Sakamoto

“…Measuring the heart rate of sea turtles is important for understanding their physiological adaptations to the environment. Non-invasive methods to measure the electrocardiogram (ECG) of sea turtles have been developed by attaching electrodes to their carapace. …”
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Complications of Estimating Hatchery Introgression in the Face of Rapid Divergence: A Case Study in Brook Trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) by Bradley Erdman, Wesley Larson, Matthew G. Mitro, Joanna D. T. Griffin, David Rowe, Justin Haglund, Kirk Olson, Michael T. Kinnison

“…Such uncertainty is problematic for the conservation of native biodiversity as it hampers management agencies' ability to prioritize the conservation of indigenous locally adapted populations. Fortunately, genetic and genomic tools have allowed researchers to investigate these questions, often through the use of clustering or assignment approaches that are predicated on identifiable and consistent divergence between native populations and hatchery sources. …”
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Cervical cancer screening by cotesting method for Vietnamese women 25–55 years old: a cost-effectiveness analysis by Hien Thu Bui, Van Nu Hanh Pham, Thang Hong Vu

“…The objective is to provide evidence to inform policy and clinical practice in Vietnam.Design Cost-effectiveness analysis using a Markov model with 1 year cycles to simulate the natural progression of CC.Setting The Vietnamese healthcare system, modelled from the provider’s perspective, with parameters adapted to the local context through expert consultations.Participants A simulated cohort of Vietnamese women aged 25–55 years.Interventions The intervention involved cotesting (cytology and HPV testing) three times at 5 year intervals. …”
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Attitudes towards persons with disabilities vs. personality traits of Polish students by Iwona Radlińska, Marta Kożybska, Arkadiusz Prajzner, Łukasz Krzywoszański, Beata Karakiewicz

“…ObjectiveThe study aimed to establish the relationship between attitudes towards persons with disabilities and personality traits among Polish students, and whether sociodemographic factors moderate this.MethodsA cross-sectional self-report online survey was conducted on 595 Polish students, aged 18–29, from different fields of study: 1) natural science and engineering technology; 2) social science and humanities; 3) medical and health sciences; 4) law, economics, and management. Polish adaptations of the scales were used in the study: Multidimensional Attitudes Scale Towards Persons With Disabilities (MAS) and the Ten Item Personality Inventory (TIPI).ResultsA significant correlation was demonstrated between attitudes towards individuals with physical disabilities and a range of personality traits, including agreeableness, extroversion, conscientiousness, and openness, among Polish students. …”
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A meta-analysis of whole blood transcriptome reveals genes associated with increased neutrophil activity and T cell suppression in sepsis by T. N. Shruthi, Anbazhagan Kolandaswamy, Prabakara Somanna

“…Down-regulated genes (FCERIA, IL7R, CCR7, CX3CR1, CD3G, CD40LG, CD247, CD3E, and GZMK) were associated with adaptive immune response, T cell function, and antigen processing and presentation. …”
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Translation of the UK Pediatric Influenza Vaccination Programme in Primary Schools to 13 European Countries Using a Dynamic Transmission Model by Laetitia Gerlier, Judith Hackett, Richard Lawson, Sofia Dos Santos Mendes, Martin Eichner

“…**Methods:** We used a deterministic, age-structured, dynamic transmission model adapted to the demography, contact patterns and influenza incidence of 13 European countries, with a 10-year horizon. …”
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