Comparing prediction accuracy for 30-day readmission following primary total knee arthroplasty: the ACS-NSQIP risk calculator versus a novel artificial neural network model by Anirudh Buddhiraju, Michelle Riyo Shimizu, Tony Lin-Wei Chen, Henry Hojoon Seo, Blake M. Bacevich, Pengwei Xiao, Young-Min Kwon

“…Conclusions This study demonstrates the superior predictive ability and potential clinical utility of the ANN over the conventional SRC when constrained to the same variables. …”
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Epidemics In The 21st Century: A Multifaceted Challenge by Shawana Sharif

“…The intermittent waves of influenza, with their ability to swiftly mutate, present an enduring challenge to containment and mitigation efforts. …”
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Algorithm for Cloud Particle Phase Identification Based on Bayesian Random Forest Method by Fu Tao, Yang Zhipeng, Tao Fa, Hu Shuzhen, Lu Yuxiang, Fu Changqing

“…Millimeter-wave cloud radar is widely used for identifying phase states of cloud particles due to its ability to detect internal cloud structures and microphysical characteristics. …”
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„... nenábožnost nynějšího věku ...“ Proměny zbožnosti ve druhé polovině 19. století očima katolických kněží by Hana Stoklasová

“…The godliness of an adult believer was marked by not quite a satisfactory situation in the family and in the education system. …”
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INNOVATIVE METHODS OF TEACHING HISTORY AT MODERN UNIVERSITIES by A. Yu. Suslov, M. V. Salimgareev, Sh. S. Khammatov

“…It is stated that History university course is designed not only to give the students strong subject knowledge, but also to create axiological orientations and abilities on the basis of the analysis of historical collisions, objective and subjective factors of society development. …”
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Predicting Treatment Outcomes in Patients with Low Back Pain Using Gene Signature-Based Machine Learning Models by Youzhi Lian, Yinyu Shi, Haibin Shang, Hongsheng Zhan

“…The final model performance was reported as the mean and standard deviation across all five folds, providing a more reliable estimate of the models' ability to predict LBP treatment outcomes using gene expression data from peripheral immune cells. …”
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Pendekatan Bayes-HDSS dalam Menentukan Status Pantauan Gizi Balita by Riki Hisbullah, Muhammad Siddik Hasibuan

“…Abstract Technology and the development of computers are very helpful for many people in life, including in terms of replacing the ability of an expert to do and determine a decision in problems that occur to many people. …”
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Prevalensi Gangguan Pemusatan Perhatian dan Hiperaktivitas pada Siswa dan Siswi Sekolah Dasar Negeri Kecamatan Padang Timur Kota Padang Tahun 2013 by Dita Eka Novriana, Amel Yanis, Machdawaty Masri

“…The purpose is to maximize the existing ability and potential.<br />Keywords:Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, prevalence</p>…”
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Conservation in action: Cost-effective UAVs and real-time detection of the globally threatened swamp deer (Rucervus duvaucelii) by Ravindra Nath Tripathi, Karan Agarwal, Vikas Tripathi, Ruchi Badola, Syed Ainul Hussain

“…Uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) have proven to be successful tools for ecological monitoring, providing excellent visual resolution and the ability to cover large areas with spatial accuracy. …”
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Prediction Efficiency of Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury in Acute Stanford Type A Aortic Dissection Patients with Renal Resistive Index and Semiquantitative Color Doppler by Huai Qin, Yaqiong Li, Nan Zhang, Tiezhu Wang, Zhanming Fan

“…Potential predictors were first tested by univariate logistic regression analysis, and a multivariate model was identified to determine the independent predictive ability of RRI and SQC Doppler grade for the PAKI. …”
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Network meta-analysis of cadmium toxicity against Chlorella vulgaris and the role of growth stimulants and macronutrients by M. Iqhrammullah, S. Saudah, M. Monalisa, F. Fahrurrozi, S.A. Akbar, S.S. Lubis

“…However, microalgae have shown potential in addressing this issue through their ability to absorb cadmium and produce valuable biomass, making them a promising solution for bioremediation. …”
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Washback of a High-stakes Language Exam on Spanish Teachers' Practice in Brazil by Yasser Abdullah Al Tamimi, Gladys Quevedo-Camargo, Rafael Sena Raposo de Melo

“…Bottom-up approaches to reading seem to predominate, and a more consistent alignment of reading competencies and abilities to the exam framework was not identified. …”
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Mechanism of <italic>Coptis chinensis</italic> in Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Based on Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking by LIU Huiling, TAN Dingying, HUANG Min, CHEN Pingping, ZHANG Wang

“…In addition, molecular docking was conducted between the core targets and the active ingredients of <italic>Coptis chinensis</italic> to verify the binding ability between the active ingredients and the core targets.Results① A total of 14 active ingredients of <italic>Coptis chinensis</italic>, 189 targets for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus were screened out, among which 136 potential targets were identified, including 20 core targets (degree≥12), 137 signaling pathways with significant significance. ② Gene Ontology (GO) functional enrichment analysis showed that, the biological processes (BP) involved in the predicted target of <italic>Coptis chinensis</italic> in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus involved gland development, epithelial cell proliferation, regulation of DNA-binding transcription factor activity, oxidative stress and apoptosis response to lipopolysaccharide, etc. …”
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Experiences of midwifery students and graduates in Somalia: evidence from qualitative data by Hawa Abdullahi, Asia Mohamed Mohamud, Maryan Abdulkadir Ahmed, Mohamed Ahmed Omar, Abdirisak A. Dalmar, Hannah Tappis, Shatha Elnakib

“…Safety and security significantly impacted participants' acceptance of job placement in remote areas and students' ability to attend school regularly. In terms of perceived preparedness, graduates felt well prepared for their role but identified gaps in abortion care, neonatal resuscitation, and usage of basic ultrasound.ConclusionThe challenges faced by midwifery students and newly graduated midwives have direct implications for the health outcomes of mothers and infants in conflict-affected settings. …”
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Comparison between traditional logistic regression and machine learning for predicting mortality in adult sepsis patients by Hongsheng Wu, Biling Liao, Tengfei Ji, Keqiang Ma, Yumei Luo, Shengmin Zhang

“…Model validation and comparison with the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) and the Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation (APACHE) scores were performed using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves, calibration curves, and decision curve analysis (DCA) curves in the validation set.ResultsUnivariate analysis was employed to assess 17 variables, namely gender, history of coronary heart disease (CHD), systolic pressure, white blood cell (WBC), neutrophil count (NEUT), lymphocyte count (LYMP), lactic acid, neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), red blood cell distribution width (RDW), interleukin-6 (IL-6), prothrombin time (PT), international normalized ratio (INR), fibrinogen (FBI), D-dimer, aspartate aminotransferase (AST), total bilirubin (Tbil), and lung infection. …”
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Low-cost phone-based LiDAR scanning technology provides sub-centimeter accuracy when measuring the main dimensions of motor-manual tree felling cuts by Stelian Alexandru Borz, Andrea Rosario Proto

“…The wood lost depends also on the tree size, but accurate quantifications and their dependencies are difficult to establish since there is a limited ability to manually measure key dimensions and assimilate the tree bottom to parametric geometric features. …”
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Comparing the Technological and Intraoperative Performances of Da Vinci xi and DaVinci 5 Robotic Platforms in Patients Undergoing Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy by Ahmed Gamal, Marcio Covas Moschovas, Shady Saikali, Sumeet Reddy, Yu Ozawa, Rohan Sharma, Avaneesh Kunta, Travis Rogers, Vipul Patel

“…Another modification regards the ability to switch instruments and camera. Conclusion: While using and evaluating the DV5 in more than 100 cases, we noticed some improvements in the ergonomics and digital interface. …”
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Somatic comorbidities and health related uncertainty among Swedish adolescents with ADHD by Sara Lundqvist, Sara Lundqvist, Sara Röjås, Kourosh Bador, Maria Råstam, Nóra Kerekes, Nóra Kerekes

“…By focusing on this group, we cannot only improve their ability to understand and navigate the healthcare system but also strengthen their confidence in managing their own health.…”
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Association between pre-pregnancy maternal stress and small for gestational age: a population-based retrospective cohort study by Manman Chen, Qiongjie Zhou, Yuanyuan Li, Qu Lu, Anying Bai, Fangyi Ruan, Yandan Liu, Yu Jiang, Xiaotian Li

“…In addition, Synthetic Minority Over-sampling Technique (SMOTE) and Propensity Scores (PS) methods were used to enhance the model’s ability to the associations between pre-pregnancy maternal stress and SGA. …”
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Influence of Interactive Scalp Acupuncture Combined with Upper Limb Exoskeleton Robot on Upper Limb Function in Stroke Patients by WANG Zihao, HU Chuan, ZHANG Haiquan, WANG Xin

“…In addition, within the ICF activity domain, the Wolf motor function test (WMFT) was utilized to assess patients' abilities to perform functional tasks with their upper limbs. …”
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