Gender forgery of faces by fusing wavelet shortcut connection generative adversarial network by Wanze CHEN, Liqing HUANG, Jiazhen CHEN, Feng YE, Tianqiang HUANG, Haifeng LUO

“…The mainstream methods in the field of facial attribute manipulation had the following two defects due to data and model architecture limitations.First, the bottleneck structure of the autoencoder model results in the loss of feature information, and the traditional method of continuously injected styles to the source domain features during the decoding process makes the generated image too referential to the target domain while losing the identity information and fine-grained details.Second, differences in facial attributes composition between images, such as gender, ethnicity, or age can cause variations in frequency domain information.And the current unsupervised training methods do not automatically adjust the proportion of source and target domain information in the style injection stage, resulting in artifacts in generated images.A facial gender forgery model based on generative adversarial networks and image-to-image translation techniques, namely fused wavelet shortcut connection generative adversarial network (WscGAN), was proposed to address the these issues.Shortcut connections were added to the autoencoder structure, and the outputs of different encoding stages were decomposed at the feature level by wavelet transform.Attention mechanism was employed to process them one by one, to dynamically change the proportion of source domain features at different frequencies in the decoding process.This model could complete forgery of facial images in terms of gender attributes.To verify the effectiveness of the model, it was conducted on the CelebA-HQ dataset and the FFHQ dataset.Compared with the existing optimal models, the method improves the FID and LPIPS indices by 5.4% and 11.2%, and by 1.8% and 6.7%, respectively.Furthermore, the effectiveness of the proposed method in improving the gender attribute conversion of facial images is fully demonstrated by the results based on qualitative visual comparisons.…”
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An Explainable Artificial Intelligence Model for the Classification of Breast Cancer by Tarek Khater, Abir Hussain, Riyad Bendardaf, Iman M. Talaat, Hissam Tawfik, Sam Ansari, Soliman Mahmoud

“…The work provides extensive insights into the particular characteristics of the diagnosis of breast cancer and suggests possible directions for expected investigation in the future into the fundamental biological mechanisms that underlie the disease’s onset. …”
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Spin-bearing molecules as optically addressable platforms for quantum technologies by Kuppusamy Senthil Kumar, Hunger David, Ruben Mario, Goldner Philippe, Serrano Diana

“…Efforts to harness quantum hardware relying on quantum mechanical principles have been steadily progressing. …”
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Molecular insights into the functional role of PbNRT2.4 in potassium homeostasis and nutrient transport in Pyrus ussuriensis by Han Yang, Hao Xu, Yujie Shi, Liyan Chen, Lijuan Zhang, Liping Kan, Yumeng Jin, Xinlan Mei, Yangchun Xu, Nazir Ahmed, Caixia Dong

“…This study delves into the molecular mechanisms underlying this high potassium efficiency, focusing on PbNRT2.4 gene, a pivotal regulatory factor in the absorption and translocation of potassium. …”
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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of HIV-Positive Adolescents Related to HIV/AIDS Prevention in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) by Azagoh-Kouadio Richard, Yeboua Kossonou Roland, Yao Kouassi Christian, Kouassi-Kouadio Amenan Cécile, Aholi Jean Michel, Cissé Lacina, Asse Kouadio Vincent

“…The respondent was an orphan (38%), a secondary school (58%), and separated living parents in 42%. …”
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METTL3-Mediated m6A Modification Regulates the Osteogenic Differentiation through LncRNA CUTALP in Periodontal Mesenchymal Stem Cells of Periodontitis Patients by Xin Chen, Yuan Qin, Xian Wang, Hao Lei, Xiaochen Zhang, Houzhuo Luo, Changgang Guo, Weifu Sun, Shishu Fang, Wen Qin, Zuolin Jin

“…Our objective was to investigate the mechanism by which METTL3-mediated N6-methyladenosine modification regulates the osteogenic differentiation through lncRNA in periodontal mesenchymal stem cells in patients with periodontitis (pPDLSCs). …”
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Preparation, characterization, and antibacterial application of cross-linked nanoparticles composite films by Yuxin Zhao, Guanglong Yao, Kaimian Li, Jianqiu Ye, Jian Chen, Jie Zhang

“…The effects of SA, AgNPs, and ZnOs at different concentrations (1–3 wt%) on the mechanical properties, optical properties, thermal stability, and antibacterial activity of cross-linked starch films were also investigated. …”
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Instruction, Assessment, and Intervention Practices in DMDL: A Multiple Case Study by May Anne Batain

“…Teachers designed video lessons, put up feedback mechanisms, and designed learning activity sheets. In terms of assessment, they combined paper-and-pencil tests with task-based and web-based assessments. …”
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Fertility, gestation outcome and parasite congenital transmissibility in mice infected with TcI, TcII and TcVI genotypes of Trypanosoma cruzi. by Sabrina Cencig, Nicolas Coltel, Carine Truyens, Yves Carlier

“…This study should encourage further investigations using other parasite strains and genotypes to explore the role of virulence and other factors, as well as the mechanisms of such effects on gestation and on the establishment of congenital infection.…”
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Immune Thrombocytopenia in a worker exposed to toluene: a case report by Eric Slawka, Margarida Lourenço Castelló, Gabriel Machado Romão da Silva, Angelica dos Santos Vianna

“…The treatment included definitive removal from exposure and changes in activities, with gradual improvement in the clinical condition and platelet count, although without normalization.Discussion: We addressed the role of benzene as a toluene contaminant and an aggravating agent of primary ITP, a multifactorial disease that arises from different mechanisms. Although several substances may cause ITP, little attention has been paid to the role of toxicants such as benzene, a well-known hematotoxic agent.Conclusion: This case highlights the role of benzene-contaminated toluene in ITP. …”
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The role of KNDy neurons in human reproductive health by Aki Oride, Haruhiko Kanasaki

“…Kiss1 neurons in humans are concentrated in the infundibular nucleus (equivalent to the ARC), with few Kiss1 neurons localized to the preoptic area (equivalent to the AVPV), and the mechanisms underlying GnRH surge secretion in humans are poorly understood. …”
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Neural correlates of the non-optimal price: an MEG/EEG study by Aleksei Gorin, Elizaveta Kuznetsova, Andrew Kislov, Egor Levchenko, Vasily Klucharev, Victoria Moiseeva, Anna Yurchenko, Alexander Luzhin, Natalia Galkina, Anna N. Shestakova

“…Conversely, setting a “non-optimal price”—one that is perceived as much lower or higher than the product's true market value—can negatively influence consumer decisions and business results.MethodsWe conducted two electroencephalography (EEG) studies and one magnetoencephalography (MEG) study to investigate brain mechanisms underlying the perception of prices during a price judgment task. …”
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Two-stage efficiency evaluation of industrial water resources and the role of digital inclusive finance: insight from Yangtze River Delta by Linjie Feng, Tingting Liu, Zhenjie Yang, Yi Shi, Hongxi Chen, Ka Leong Chan, Bin Chen

“…Furthermore, digital inclusive finance and green innovation are introduced to investigate the mechanisms underlying their influence on the overall industrial water resources efficiency. …”
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Network analysis of the association between social anxiety and problematic smartphone use in college students by Wanying Xing, Xianyang Wang, Tingwei Feng, Jiaxin Xie, Chang Liu, Xiuchao Wang, Hui Wang, Lei Ren, Lei Ren, Xufeng Liu

“…Network comparison tests between males and females revealed no significant differences in global expected influence, between-community edges weights, and BEI.ConclusionThe key bridging symptoms this study identified supports the existing theories about the co-occurrence of SA and PSU, and contributes to understanding the underlying mechanisms. Our findings suggest that interventions targeting negative emotions in daily interactions could be effective in reducing PSU.…”
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Enhancing Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Immunomodulation for Treating Conditions Influenced by the Immune System by Bella S. Guerrouahen, Heba Sidahmed, Asma Al Sulaiti, Moza Al Khulaifi, Chiara Cugno

“…Thus, immunosuppressive treatment with MSCs has been proposed as a potential therapeutic alternative for conditions in which the immune system cells influence outcomes, such as inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The precise mechanism by which MSCs affect functions of most immune effector cells is not completely understood but involves direct contact with immune cells, soluble mediators, and local microenvironmental factors. …”
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Mitotane-Induced Hyperlipidemia: A Retrospective Cohort Study by Hassan Shawa, Ferhat Deniz, Hadil Bazerbashi, Mike Hernandez, Rena Vassilopoulou-Sellin, Camilo Jimenez, Mouhammed Amir Habra

“…In conclusion, in ACC patients, mitotane caused significant increases in HDL-c that may counteract the deleterious atherosclerotic effects of LDL-c and Tg rise. Understanding the mechanism of HDL change may lead to the discovery of novel HDL-c-elevating drugs.…”
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The impact of internet use on physical activity among Chinese older adults: the mediating role of social support by Yifei Shen, Yifei Shen, Chuntian Lu, Bin Wang

“…However, while previous studies have explored the important impact of Internet use on physical activity among older adults, the specific mechanisms of this impact have not been much analyzed. …”
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Conformal and Flexible Antennas in Ultra-High Frequencies: Prospects and Challenges for Partial Discharge Diagnostics by M. A. Taher, Mohamadariff Othman, Hazlee Azil Illias, Tarik Abdul Latef, Tengku Faiz Tengku Mohmed Noor Izam, S. M. Kayser Azam, Muhammad Ubaid Ullah, Mohamed Alkhatib, Mousa I. Hussein

“…We systematically assess the electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties of various flexible and conformal substrates relevant to UHF antenna development. …”
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A Study of a Wide-Angle Scanning Phased Array Based on a High-Impedance Surface Ground Plane by Tian Lan, Qiu-Cui Li, Yu-Shen Dou, Xun-Ya Jiang

“…Using numerical and theoretical analyses, we reveal the mechanism of such excellent wide scanning properties. …”
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High glucose reduces Nrf2-dependent cRAGE release and enhances inflammasome-dependent IL-1β production in monocytes: the modulatory effects of EGCG by Chi-Hao Wu, Yin-Hsuan Chang, Chin-Lin Hsu, Sheng-Yi Chen, Gow-Chin Yen

“…However, the molecular mechanisms underlying sRAGE remain unclear. In this study, THP-1 monocytes were cultured in normal glucose (NG, 5.5 mmol/L) and high glucose (HG, 15 mmol/L) to investigate the effects of diabetesrelevant glucose concentrations on sRAGE and interleukin-1β (IL-1β) secretion. …”
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