Three-Dimensional Numerical Study on Fracturing Monitoring Using Controlled-Source Electromagnetic Method with Borehole Casing by Qinrun Yang, Maojin Tan, Jianhua Yue, Yunqi Zou, Binchen Wang, Xiaozhen Teng, Haoyan Zhao, Pin Deng

“…The borehole-to-surface electromagnetic imaging method (BSEM) overcomes this limitation by utilizing a controlled cased well source. Placing the source close to the target reservoir and deploying multi-component receivers on the surface enable high-precision lateral monitoring, providing an effective approach for dynamic monitoring of hydraulic fracturing operations. …”
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Distributed Decision Making for Electromagnetic Radiation Source Localization Using Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning by Jiteng Chen, Zehui Zhang, Dan Fan, Chaoqun Hou, Yue Zhang, Teng Hou, Xiangni Zou, Jun Zhao

“…We adopt a dual-branch actor structure for independent decisions in UAV control, which reduces decision complexity and improves learning efficiency. The algorithm incorporates task-specific knowledge into the reward function design to guide UAVs in exploring abnormal radiation sources. …”
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Automatic detection of Cyanobacterial blooms using multi-source optical satellite imagery: method development and application by Hailong Zhang, Chen Lu, Deyong Sun, Xiaomin Ye, Shengqiang Wang, Quan Qin

“…However, these methods require ancillary atmospheric data and preprocessing procedures, thereby limiting their operational efficiency and scalability. The potential of multi-source satellite imagery remains underexploited due to the lake of robust methods for automatic CyanoBloom detection across various satellite platforms. …”
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Cassava as a feedstuff for ruminant feeding system in Belt and Road countries: innovations, benefits and challenges by Md Delowar Hossain, Qiongxian Yan, Zhixuan Zhou, Xiuming Zhang, Suntorn Wittayakun, Viengsakoun Napasirth, Pattaya Napasirth, Bernard A Lukuyu, Zhiliang Tan

“…It also discusses innovations, potential benefits, challenges, and possible mechanisms associated with utilizing cassava as an alternative feed source, particularly in ruminant diets. …”
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Review of Energy Efficiency Evaluation Indexes Related to Data Center Cooling Systems by Wang Bo, Guo Yanhua, Shao Shuangquan, Tu Qiu, Li Qianli

“…In this study, the energy efficiency evaluation indexes of data center cooling systems presented in the current standards and literature are investigated, and the related indexes are explored as follows: electric energy utilization efficiency and related indexes of derivative cooling systems, performance indexes of data center cooling systems, and performance indexes of data center cold source equipment. …”
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COMPARATIVE EFFICIENCY OF HEAT-PUMPS APPLICATION IN LOW TEMPERATURE HEAT SUPPLY SYSTEMS by M. N. Chepurnoy, N. V. Resident

“…The authors obtain a generalized formula for ascertainment of transformation ratio and suggest evaluating the operation efficiency of the heat-supply systems by means of indicators specifying relative gain in the exergy-efficiency factor, fuel savings and saving expenditures connected with fuel and utilities. …”
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Nitrogen-Doped Weathered Coal for the Efficient Adsorption of Lead: Adsorption Performance and Mechanisms by Xiaojing Chen, Xiaobing Jin, Chi Zhang, Zile Jiao, Zhiping Yang, Ke Wang, Jianhua Li, Qiang Zhang

“…The development of widely sourced and efficient adsorbents is crucial for the adsorption of lead from wastewater. …”
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The impact of top management team tenure heterogeneity on innovation efficiency of declining firms. by Xunjiang Huang, Qilin Gao, Deng Wang

“…Under the dilemma of resources reduction and recovery, the declining firm pays more attention to the efficient utilization of the diminishing innovation resources. …”
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Regional disparities and influencing factors of health production efficiency: evidence from China by Hongwei Li, Ruixin Wang, Hongliang Wang

“…It reflects the efficiency of resource utilization in the process of health production. …”
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Estimation of fertilizer use efficiency in vegetable systems using 15N: an overview by Laura Jalpa, Rao S. Mylavarapu

“…This overview highlights the need for proactive and preventive N management strategies that reduce environmental impacts while enhancing the efficiency of vegetable production systems.…”
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A Holistic Approach to the Efficient Estimation of Operational Flexibility From Distributed Resources by Nikolaos Savvopoulos, Nikos Hatziargyriou, Hannu Laaksonen

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Enhanced energy conversion efficiency in PVDF/WS2 hybrid piezoelectric nanogenerators by Munni, Himani, Shilpa Rana, Jasvir Dalal, Bharti Singh

“…Finally, the fabricated nanogenerator is utilized to harvest the mechanical energy from human motions, such as, finger tapping, thumb tapping etc. …”
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Based on regional heterogeneity: measurement of hospital service efficiency and analysis of spatial effects by Qianwen Song, Anyu Ye, Mengting Zhou, Ting Chen, Wenlian Jiang

“…Efficiency comparisons were made using regional and common frontiers, while the technical gap and its decomposition index were applied to identify the sources of efficiency disparities among regions. …”
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Synergy of Energy Efficiency and Industry 4.0 in the Post-War Modernization of Ukraine by Sydorenko Oleksandr M.

“…The importance of the transition to renewable energy sources is emphasized, as their integration into industry and the utility sector can be strengthened by digital tools for tracking and forecasting consumption indicators, which helps to shape efficient business models and accelerate post-war modernization. …”
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Feasible Solutions for Low-Carbon Thermal Electricity Generation and Utilization in Oil-Rich Developing Countries: A Literature Review by Danny Ochoa-Correa, Paul Arévalo, Edisson Villa-Ávila, Juan L. Espinoza, Francisco Jurado

“…This review uses the PRISMA methodology to systematically assess the current state and prospects of low-carbon thermal electricity generation and utilization technologies in ORDCs. The study emphasizes clean thermal technologies such as biogas, biofuels, biomass, hydrogen, and geothermal energy, focusing on solutions that are technically feasible, economically viable, and efficient in combustion processes. …”
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Isolation and characterization of cellulose derived from prominent agricultural waste (Sugarcane bagasse) and its utilization in various biomedical field by Manoj Kumar Sharma, Anupama Diwan, Satish Sardana, Narender Yadav, Tanya Gupta, Mukesh Kumar Kumawat

“…These extracted celluloses were further subjected to various pharmacopeial, micromeritics, and physiochemical properties assessments, including advanced characterization to evaluate and validate the properties of the products, which signifies more efficient, green extraction and pharmacopeial utilization.…”
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Integration of Daylight in Building Design as a Way to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Buildings by Adrian Trząski, Joanna Rucińska

“…According to the United Nations Environment Programme reports, buildings are responsible for nearly 40% of energy-related emissions; therefore, energy-optimized building design is crucial to reduce the reliance on non-renewable energy sources as well as greenhouse gas emissions. The OECD reports indicate the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) as one of the effective strategies for decarbonization of buildings, since a 3D digital representation of both physical and functional characteristics of a building can help to design a more efficient infrastructure. …”
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Water source transformation in a semi-arid inland basin: Insights from an isotope-based integrated framework by Jin Sun, Yixuan Wang, Tingxi Liu, Guixin Zhang, Limin Duan, Shaojie Chu, Bo Zhang, Yajun Zhou, Yixuan Zhang, Ting Liu

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Sustainable biomass-based filter for high-efficiency PM0.3 filtration by Qingxiang Wang, Zhaoxuan Niu, Wanli Cheng, Ming Yang, Jie Yan, Jiqing Lu, Haijiao Yu, Yiying Yue, Yen Wei, Dong Wang, Shichao Zhang, Bin Ding, Guangping Han

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Energy-efficient synchronization for body sensor network in the metaverse: an optimized connectivity approach by Altaf Hussain, Tariq Hussain, Razaz Waheeb Attar, Ahmed Alhomoud, Mrim M. Alnfiai, Reem Alsagri

“…WBSNs face numerous major challenges that impact their efficiency and performance. Energy consumption remains a critical issue, as sensor nodes operate on limited power sources, leading to reduced network longevity. …”
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