Online Resource Allocation and Trajectory Optimization of STAR–RIS–Assisted UAV–MEC System by Xi Hu, Hongchao Zhao, Wujie Zhang, Dongyang He

“…The system comprehensively considers user transmit power, time slot allocation, UAV flight trajectory, STAR–RIS mode selection, and phase angle matrix, achieving long–term energy consumpution minimization while ensuring stable task backlog queue. Since the proposed problem is a long–term stochastic optimization problem, we use the Lyapunov method to transform it into three deterministic online optimization subproblems and iteratively solve them alternately. …”
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Optimization of a Layout for Public Toilets Based on Evaluation of Accessibility Through the Gaussian Two-Step Floating Catchment Area Approach by Quanli Xu, Youyou Li, Jiali Niu, You Li, Huishan Wu

“…Traditional evaluations have relied on statistical indicators such as total numbers and network coverage, but have overlooked population demand, limiting their ability to reflect actual service levels and optimize spatial allocation. …”
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Impact of the 3-D structure on the photovoltaic potential in Urban areas by Hu Shouchao, Li Dong, Chang Zengliang, Tong Hongju, Gao Xingguo, Cao Qian

“…Central-type blocks exhibit the most favorable irradiance performance under conditions of moderate building height, appropriate spacing, and balanced Sky View Factor; vertical-type blocks rank second; while hybrid-type blocks, despite having higher rooftop area ratios and coverage ratios, suffer from severe shading effects due to staggered building heights, resulting in the lowest photovoltaic potential. …”
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Efficiently Automating Covering Array Generation: A Model Checking and Metaheuristic Algorithm Approach by Sajad Esfandyari, Davar Giveki, Amir Rastegarnia, Ali Farzamnia, Hua Zheng

“…The goal is to reduce the number of test cases while ensuring adequate coverage. Fewer test cases result in greater efficiency, and less time spent generating the test suite leads to more effective testing. …”
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Performance Enhancement for B5G/6G Networks Based on Space Time Coding Schemes Assisted by Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces with Higher Modulation Orders by Mariam El-Hussien, Bassant Abdelhamid, Hesham Elbadawy, Hadia El-Hennawy, Mehaseb Ahmed

“…IRS optimizes the signal propagation and the coverage and is a viable approach to address the issues caused by fading channels that limits the spectral efficiency, while MIMO enhances data rates, reliability, and spectral efficiency by using multiple antennas at both transmitter and receiver ends. …”
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Exploring the Possibilities of Implementing the ALS-Based 3-30-300 Concept for Urban Green Space Management in Small Municipalities by Krzysztof Mitelsztedt, Mariusz Ciesielski, Tomasz Hycza, Marek Lisańczuk, Kacper Guderski, Sylwia Kurpiewska, Krzysztof Korzeniewski

“…The rule states that residents should be able to see at least three trees from their homes, neighborhoods should have at least 30% tree canopy coverage, and public green spaces should be within 300 m. …”
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Association Between Substance Use and Periodontitis: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of NHANES Data on Marijuana, Hashish, and Cocaine by Aljoghaiman E

“…Key covariates assessed in the analysis included age, sex, race/ethnicity, education level, socioeconomic status, poverty/income ratio, marital status, occupation, alcohol consumption, body mass index (BMI), dental insurance coverage, and frequency of dental visits. Logistic regression models were employed to investigate the association between drug use and periodontitis, adjusting for potential confounders.Results: Among 3690 participants, 54% reported using marijuana or hashish, while 16% had tried cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine. …”
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Link Scheduling in Satellite Networks via Machine Learning Over Riemannian Manifolds by Joarder Jafor Sadique, Imtiaz Nasim, Ahmed S. Ibrahim

“…Remarkably, unlike other ML-based models that require extensive training data, both models only need 30 training samples to achieve over 99% of the sum rate while maintaining similar computational complexity relative to the benchmark.…”
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Enhancing vaccination uptake through community engagement: evidence from China by Hongyu Guan, Lidong Zhang, Xiangzhe Chen, Yunyun Zhang, Yuxiu Ding, Wenting Liu

“…However, vaccination coverage remains a significant concern in many developing countries. …”
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Lumbosacral (myelo) meningoceles in dogs, related tethered cord syndrome, and their surgical management: review of the literature and clinical experience by Patrick Roynard, Patrick Roynard, Curtis Wells Dewey

“…Neural tube defects (NTDs) are a group of congenital malformations characterized by various levels of protrusions of meninges with or without nervous tissue through incomplete osseous coverage (cranium bifidum for the cranial forms and spina bifida for spinal meningoceles/myelomeningoceles [MCs/MMCs]), with associated dorsal midline cutaneous signs. …”
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Autoencoder-Driven Fiducial Landmark Identification in 3D Brain MRI for Neuroimaging Alignment by G. Deepali, H. Anitha, B. P. Swathi, M. V. Suhas

“…A tailored autoencoder architecture is then trained to reconstruct MRI slices while learning the spatial characteristics of MRI slices at fiducial points across axial, coronal, and sagittal planes. …”
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Metaweb approaches for understanding complex ecological interactions: A review by Sagar Adhurya, Young-Seuk Park

“…This review sets a benchmark for future research, advancing our understanding of ecological interactions while supporting Sustainable Development Goals 13 (climate action), 14 (life below water), and 15 (life on land).…”
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Robustness of Next Generation Sequencing on Older Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissue. by Danielle Mercatante Carrick, Michele G Mehaffey, Michael C Sachs, Sean Altekruse, Corinne Camalier, Rodrigo Chuaqui, Wendy Cozen, Biswajit Das, Brenda Y Hernandez, Chih-Jian Lih, Charles F Lynch, Hala Makhlouf, Paul McGregor, Lisa M McShane, JoyAnn Phillips Rohan, William D Walsh, Paul M Williams, Elizabeth M Gillanders, Leah E Mechanic, Sheri D Schully

“…Their potential utility as a source of DNA for NGS would greatly enhance population-based cancer studies. While preliminary studies suggest FFPE tissue may be used for NGS, the feasibility of using archived FFPE specimens in population based studies and the effect of storage time on these specimens needs to be determined. …”
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Investigating the Nonlinear Relationship Between the Built Environment and Urban Vitality Based on Multi-Source Data and Interpretable Machine Learning by Wenhao Liu, Zhen Yang, Chen Gui, Gen Li, Hongyi Xu

“…Our findings reveal the following key insights: (1) the distribution of urban vitality exhibits spatial heterogeneity within the main urban area of Shanghai, with high vitality areas concentrated in the Huangpu District and at intersections with neighboring districts, demonstrating a decline from the center to the periphery; (2) the XGBoost model outperforms other comparative models, showcasing superior capabilities in simulating and predicting urban vitality; (3) among the various built environment factors influencing urban vitality, building coverage, population density, and distance to the CBD exert the most significant effects, while the green view index and the number of bus stops contribute relatively less; (4) all built environment factors demonstrate nonlinear impacts and exhibit certain threshold effects on urban vitality. …”
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Detection of Marine Oil Spill from PlanetScope Images Using CNN and Transformer Models by Jonggu Kang, Chansu Yang, Jonghyuk Yi, Yangwon Lee

“…Satellites offer a spatial and temporal advantage over aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in oil spill detection due to their wide-area monitoring capabilities. While oil spill detection has traditionally relied on synthetic aperture radar (SAR) images, the combined use of optical satellite sensors alongside SAR can significantly enhance monitoring capabilities, providing improved spatial and temporal coverage. …”
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Alpine steppe vegetation communities are more sensitive to plateau pika disturbance than alpine meadows by Rui Hua, Peng Zhang, Liqing Wang, Miaomiao Huang, Limin Hua, Jianwei Zhou

“…Notably, the functional index of alpine meadow peaked under moderate disturbance, while alpine steppe rapidly transitioned to a degraded state. …”
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Significant Wave Height Retrieval in Tropical Cyclone Conditions Using CYGNSS Data by Xiangyang Han, Xianwei Wang, Zhi He, Jinhua Wu

“…With the help of CDF matching, XGBoost-SC outperformed all models, significantly reducing RMSE and bias while improving the retrieval capability for high SWHs. …”
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Determination of Flood Subsidy (2023/2024) Based on SAR Images for Agricultural Land in Lower Saxony, Germany by C.-H. Yang, C. Stemmler, C. Röttger, C. Büker

“…This project underscores the cost-effectiveness and reliability of SAR-based flood detection, aiding decision-makers in subsidy allocation while paving the way for broader applications in disaster management.…”
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The short-term impact of analyst recommendations: evidence from the Indian stock market by Shreya Sharda

“…However, stock characteristics such as market capitalization, volatility and level of analyst coverage need to be incorporated while making investment decisions. …”
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What works? Strategies to increase reproductive, maternal and child health in difficult to access mountainous locations: a systematic literature review. by Abbey Byrne, Andrew Hodge, Eliana Jimenez-Soto, Alison Morgan

“…<h4>Conclusions</h4>The review highlights where known evidence-based strategies have increased the utilisation of RMNCH services in low income mountainous areas. While these are known strategies in public health, in such disadvantaged settings additional supports are required to address both supply and demand barriers.…”
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