Optimization of Image Quality and Organ Absorbed Dose for Pediatric Chest X-Ray Examination: In-House Developed Chest Phantom Study by Thanyawee Pengpan, Natch Rattanarungruangchai, Juthathip Dechjaithat, Phawinee Panthim, Puntarika Siricharuwong, Ausanai Prapan

“…Two radiologists assessed the subjective image quality using a visual grading analysis (VGA) technique. Finally, the figure of merit (FOM) was analyzed. Results. …”
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Bearing Fault Classification Using Improved Antlion Optimizer and Extreme Learning Machine by Zhuanzhe Zhao, Yu Zhang, Qiang Ma, Yujian Rui, Guowen Ye, Mengxian Wang, Yongming Liu, Zhen Zhang, Neng Wei, Zhijian Tu

“…Secondly, in order to solve the disadvantage that extreme learning machine (ELM) network is easy to fall into local optimization, this ELALO algorithm is used to initialize the weights and thresholds of its network and to form the new pattern recognition model, ELALO-ELM. Finally, the bearing data of 8 patterns from Western Reserve University are decomposed by local mean decomposition (LMD), and then the symbolic entropy (SE) of the first three product function (PF) components signals is extracted and used as the input eigenvectors. …”
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Mining label-free consistency regularization for noisy facial expression recognition by Yumei Tan, Haiying Xia, Shuxiang Song

“…Subsequently, a pairwise distance consistency regularization is constructed to regularize the classifier and alleviate bias induced by noisy labels. Finally, we use the neighbour consistency regularization to further strengthen the discriminative capability of the model against noise. …”
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Optimal selection of diagnostic method for diabetes mellitus using complex bipolar fuzzy dynamic data by Hanan Alolaiyan, Maryam Liaqat, Abdul Razaq, Umer Shuaib, Abdul Wakil Baidar, Qin Xin

“…We resolve a MADM problem by determining the most appropriate method for diagnosing diabetes mellitus using the developed operators, demonstrating their usefulness in decision-making procedures. Finally, we perform an in-depth comparison to show the stability and dependability of the derived techniques by comparing them with a wide range of their existing counterparts.…”
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Assessing ExxonMobil’s climate change communications (1977–2014) by Geoffrey Supran, Naomi Oreskes

“…We find the topic discussed and sometimes quantified in 24 documents of various types, but absent from advertorials. Finally, based on the available documents, we outline ExxonMobil’s strategic approach to climate change research and communication, which helps to contextualize our findings.…”
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Theoretical analysis of neuronal network's response under different stimulus. by Haosen Xue, Zeying Lu, Yueheng Lan, Lili Gui, Xiaojuan Sun

“…Comparing the firing rate of neuronal networks under these two stimulation schemes reveals a memory effect of the system on the previous stimulus, which is independent of network properties and stimulus types. Finally, by applying square wave stimulation to the in vitro cultured neural network, we have confirmed that cultured neural network actually can reach to a steady state and have memory effects on the previous stimulus. …”
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Construction and Analysis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Prognostic Model Based on Random Forest by Yikai Wang, Le Ma, Pengjun Xue, Bianni Qin, Ting Wang, Bo Li, Lina Wu, Liyan Zhao, Xiongtao Liu

“…Cox regression analysis was used to construct a survival prognosis prediction model, and the ROC curve was used to verify it. Finally, the mechanism of action was explored through GO and KEGG pathway enrichment and GeneMANIA coexpression analyses. …”
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Essential Roles of PKA, iNOS, CD95/CD95L, and Terminal Caspases in Suppression of Eosinopoiesis by PGE2 and Other cAMP-Elevating Agents by Bianca de Luca, Pedro Xavier-Elsas, Mônica Barradas, Ricardo A. Luz, Túlio Queto, Carla Jones, Maria Augusta Arruda, Thiago Mattar Cunha, Fernando Queiroz Cunha, Maria Ignez Gaspar-Elsas

“…This effect was (a) paralleled by induction of iNOS in eosinophils; (b) duplicated by sodium nitroprusside, isoproterenol, and cAMP-inducing/mimetic agents; (c) prevented by protein kinase A inhibition. NO was produced through iNOS by dibutyryl-cAMP-stimulated bone-marrow. …”
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Development of an Efficient and Generalized MTSCAM Model to Predict Liquid Chromatography Retention Times of Organic Compounds by Mengdie Fan, Chenhui Sang, Hua Li, Yue Wei, Bin Zhang, Yang Xing, Jing Zhang, Jie Yin, Wei An, Bing Shao

“…Then, data augmentation was performed within each category using simplified molecular input line entry system (SMILES) enumeration combined with structural similarity expansion. Finally, by training the optimal quantitative structure–retention relationship (QSRR) models for each category of compounds and selecting the best-fitting model for prediction via discriminant analysis during the prediction period, a novel and universal high-throughput retention time prediction model was established. …”
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A Recognition Methodology for the Key Geometric Errors of a Multi-Axis Machine Tool Based on Accuracy Retentivity Analysis by Shijie Guo, Shufeng Tang, Dongsheng Zhang

“…Then, the fruit fly optimization algorithm (FOA) is adopted to determine the compensation values through multiobjective tradeoffs between accuracy retentivity and fluctuation in the geometric errors. Finally, an experiment on a four-axis horizontal boring machine tool is used to validate the effectiveness of the proposed approach. …”
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Rare Clinical Course of Immunoglobulin G4-Related Inflammatory Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm with Multiple Rare Complications by Yuji Naito, Tsukasa Miyatake, Manami Iwasaki, Atsushi Okuyama, Akio Takada, Koji Chiba, Masahiko Obata, Junichi Oba

“…He also had myocardial infarction. Finally, he died of intestinal bleeding. Here, we describe this case with rare, multiple, consecutive manifestations of IgG4-RD, some of which might be caused by IgG4-related IAAA or side effects of treatments rather than by IgG4-RD itself. …”
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Role of the Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Guillain Barré Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Shirin Sarejloo, Shokoufeh Khanzadeh, Samaneh Hosseini, Morad Kohandel Gargari, Brandon Lucke-Wold, Seyedarad Mosalamiaghili, Pouria Azami, Sanaz Oftadehbalani, Shahram Sadeghvand

“…The Newcastle-Ottawa scale was used for quality assessment of included studies. Finally, 14 studies were included in the review, and among them, ten studies were included in the meta-analysis. …”
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Size, spines, and primes: the drivers of collar spine numbers among echinostome trematodes by Bronwen Presswell, Priscila M. Salloum, Jerusha Bennett, Katherine E. Buschang, Robert Poulin

“…Our analysis confirms that spine numbers correlate positively with worm body size among echinostomes, supporting the hypothesis that larger worms require more spines for stronger attachment. Finally, we tested whether phylogenetic conservatism may explain interspecific variation in the number of collar spines, i.e. whether closely related species have more similar numbers of spines than expected by chance due to shared ancestry. …”
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Optimization of Construction Parameters and Deformation Characteristics of Large-Section Loess Tunnel: A Case Study from Xi’an Metro by Mingji Zhao, Yun Cheng, Zhanping Song, Tong Wang, Yuwei Zhang, Baichao Liulian

“…Then, the surface settlement and horizontal deformation are analyzed based on monitoring data, and, finally, the rationality of excavation face distance is verified. …”
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L’apprentissage autorégulé : quand la métacognition orchestre motivation, volition et cognition by Mireille Houart

“…This will enable us to establish links with the model, and to suggest concrete pedagogical actions.Finally, since volition is problematic for 75 % of students we propose and describe how to operate and conduct two group activities with students. …”
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Advanced progress in the genetic modification of the oncolytic HSV-1 virus by Mi Zhou, Mi Zhou, Mi Zhou, Zhenyu Shen, Zhenyu Shen, Zhenyu Shen

“…The insertion of exogenous genes has increasingly been used to develop new oncolytic HSV-1 variants. Finally, we discuss limitations associated with oncolytic virotherapy at the conclusion of this review. …”
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Analysis of Sunshine Temperature Field of Steel Box Girder Based on Monitoring Data by Hailin Lu, Jing Hao, Jiwei Zhong, Yafei Wang, Hongyin Yang

“…The results of the sensitivity analysis indicate that solar radiation is the most significant factor affecting the maximum vertical temperature gradient of the steel box girder, followed by air temperature and wind speed. After that, with the representative values of the extreme meteorological parameters during 100-year return period in Wuhan City in China being considered as the thermal boundary conditions, the temperature distribution of the steel box girder is further studied for investigation purpose. …”
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Effect of annealing on the tribological behavior of Zr-based bulk metallic glass by Hsu-Ming Lien, Nicolás Molina, Aisha Lizaola, Michael Chandross, Filippo Mangolini

“…Notably, the formation of a transfer film on the sapphire countersurface is highly dependent on the applied normal load and sliding time. Finally, the wear mechanism was found to be strongly dependent on the annealing temperature as a transition from a predominantly adhesive wear mechanism to an abrasive-dominated one was observed as the annealing temperature crossed the glass transition temperature. …”
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Designing Load-Bearing Bio-Inspired Materials for Simultaneous Static Properties and Dynamic Damping: Multi-Objective Optimization for Micro-Structure by Bo Dong, Yunfei Jia, Wei Wang

“…Also, optimal solutions were compared with the structural features and mechanical properties of real nacre and artificial biomimetic composites to validate our models. Finally, the optimum design strategies can be obtained for nacre-like composites. …”
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An algorithm for identifying causes of reoperations after orthopedic fracture surgery in health administrative data: a diagnostic accuracy study using the Danish National Patient R... by Signe S Jensen, Anders B Rønnegaard, Per H Gundtoft, Søren Kold, Bjarke Viberg

“…The secondary aim was to evaluate the accuracy of the diagnosis and procedure codes used to determine the causes of these reoperations. Finally, we developed algorithms to enhance precision in identifying the reasons for reoperations. …”
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