Advancing In Vivo Molecular Bioimaging With Optimal Frequency Offset Selection and Deep Learning Reconstruction for CEST MRI by Adarsha Bhattarai, Chathumi Samaraweera, Mariano Uberti, Aditya N. Bade, Yutong Liu, Dongming Peng

“…Firstly, we use an optimization algorithm to identify a set of optimal sparse frequency offsets for data collection. …”
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Superior terahertz radiation detection through novel micro circular log-periodic antenna engineered with an advanced evolutionary neural network algorithm by Rui Zhou, Jiaqi Wang, Zhemiao Xie, Yonghai Sun, Guanxuan Lu, John T. W. Yeow

“…Abstract In this work, we introduce a novel Micro Circular Log-Periodic Antenna (MCLPA) optimized with an advanced Evolutionary Neural Network (ENN) algorithm, specifically designed to enhance terahertz (THz) radiation detection. …”
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Application of the Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers Model for Predicting the Abbreviated Injury Scale in Patients with Trauma: Algorithm Development and Vali... by Jun Tang, Yang Li, Keyu Luo, Jiangyuan Lai, Xiang Yin, Dongdong Wu

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A Concise Review of Home Health Care Routing and Scheduling Problem by Soumen Atta, Vítor Basto-Fernandes, Michael Emmerich

“…The study examines various optimization approaches, including exact algorithms, heuristics, and metaheuristic techniques. …”
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Adaptive optimization decision system for plate-fin heat Exchangers: An integrated approach to enhancing efficiency and performance by Na Sun, Shuai Zhang, Nan Li, Zijian Li, Meng He, Zhengchun Shen, Ke Wang, Xiaoyong Guo, Wen-Quan Tao

“…The GSA module uses the Sobol method to evaluate the impact of design variables on performance. The optimization module employs the Newton-Raphson-based optimizer (NRBO) and the multi-strategy improved grey wolf optimization algorithm (MIGWO). …”
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Multiperiod Location–Allocation Optimization of Construction Logistics Centers for Large-Scale Projects in Complex Environmental Regions by Hao Shen, Jin Zhang, Wenjie Sun, Wenguang Yang, Guoqi Li

“…Finally, a large-scale railroad construction project in complex environmental regions is used as an example to prove the effectiveness of the model and algorithm. Compared with the single-period model, the multiperiod model designed in this paper provides a total cost reduction of 8.11% for the CLC location–allocation scheme. …”
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Route Optimization of Hazardous Material Railway Transportation Based on Conditional Value-at-Risk Considering Risk Equity by Liping Liu, Shilei Sun, Shuxia Li

“…This research offers practical decision support for transport companies and regulators, helping optimize routes while ensuring cost efficiency and regulatory compliance. …”
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A Robust Gaze Estimation Approach via Exploring Relevant Electrooculogram Features and Optimal Electrodes Placements by Zheng Zeng, Linkai Tao, Hangyu Zhu, Yunfeng Zhu, Long Meng, Jiahao Fan, Chen Chen, Wei Chen

“…Methods and procedures: To select the optimum channels and relevant features, and eliminate irrelevant information, a heuristical search algorithm (i.e., forward stepwise strategy) is applied. …”
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An emotional neural network based approach for wind power prediction by Guoling ZHANG

“…To prevent ENN from stucking in locally optimal solution in the process of training, genetic algorithm was proposed to train ENN. …”
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Sperm swarm optimization for many objective power flow problems with enhanced performance evaluation in power systems by Wulfran Fendzi Mbasso, Ambe Harrison, Pradeep Jangir, Idriss Dagal, Hossam Kotb, Njimboh Henry Alombah, Raman Kumar, Aseel Smerat, Emmanuel Fendzi Donfack, Saad F. Al-Gahtani, Z. M. S. Elbarbary

“…MaOSSO is shown to consistently outperform competing methods with up to 15–20% faster convergence and 25% less computation time. While applying the algorithm on the MaO-OPF problem, the active/reactive power loss minimization was optimized along with the voltage stability, emissions, operational cost, and Pareto front diversity sustaining. …”
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An Optimization Coverage Strategy for Wireless Sensor Network Nodes Based on Path Loss and False Alarm Probability by Jianing Guo, Yunshan Sun, Ting Liu, Yanqin Li, Teng Fei

“…Based on this perception model, the optimization objective function of the WSN node optimization coverage problem is established, and then the intelligent optimization algorithm is used to solve the objective function and finally achieve the optimization coverage of sensor nodes. …”
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Design and Research on a Reed Field Obstacle Detection and Safety Warning System Based on Improved YOLOv8n by Yuanyuan Zhang, Zhongqiu Mu, Kunpeng Tian, Bing Zhang, Jicheng Huang

“…Compared to other algorithms, the proposed model maintains an optimal balance between parameter efficiency, computational cost, detection speed, and accuracy, exhibiting distinct advantages. …”
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Enhancing shear strength predictions of UHPC beams through hybrid machine learning approaches by Sanjog Chhetri Sapkota, Ajad Shrestha, Moinul Haq, Satish Paudel, Waiching Tang, Hesam Kamyab, Daniele Rocchio

“…This study proposes hybrid ML models that integrate three nature inspired metaheuristic algorithms—Giant Armadillo Optimization (GOA), Spotted Hyena Optimization (SHO) and Leopard seal optimization (LSA)- Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGB) to predict the shear strength of UHPC beams. …”
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Vision-Guided Maritime UAV Rescue System with Optimized GPS Path Planning and Dual-Target Tracking by Suli Wang, Yang Zhao, Chang Zhou, Xiaodong Ma, Zijun Jiao, Zesheng Zhou, Xiaolu Liu, Tianhai Peng, Changxing Shao

“…A monocular vision-based ranging algorithm ensures accurate distance estimation and continuous tracking of rescue vessels. …”
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An investigation into multi-objective decision-making in fresh cold chain supply chain networks within a dual distribution framework by Junyan Sun, Xing Li, Zefei Chen

“…The algorithm results show that, compared to the traditional NSGA-II and the SA-NSGA-II algorithms with random initialization, the LHS-SA-NSGA-II algorithm demonstrates clear advantages in terms of total cost, carbon emissions, and distribution time, confirming its superiority in optimizing cold chain networks. …”
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Small-Signal Stability Analysis and Parameters Optimization of Virtual Synchronous Generator for Low-Inertia Power System by Alaa Altawallbeh, Abdulrahman Alassi, Nader Meskin, Mohammed A. Al-Hitmi, Ahmed M. Massoud

“…We further propose a hybrid Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm with a multi-objective cost function to optimize VSG controller gains. …”
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Optimizing Scheduled Train Service for Seaport-Hinterland Corridors: A Time-Space-State Network Approach by Yueyi Li, Xiaodong Zhang

“…Furthermore, an improved adaptive large neighborhood search (ALNS) algorithm is developed to enhance computational efficiency and solution quality. …”
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Investigation on Durability Behaviour and Optimization of Concrete with Triple-Admixtures Subjected to Freeze-Thaw Cycles in Salt Solution by Xuejiao Li, Wensheng Wang, Zhiqing Zhu, Kunkun Zheng

“…After that, based on genetic algorithm, an optimization of mixture proportion was proposed, which only requires less trial mixes and accessible optimization process. …”
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A stochastic optimization method for economic microgrid operation based on "source-load operation" mode classification by ZHOU Hang, MA Lihong, LI Zhongzhong, WANG Haisheng, LI Sifan, ZHANG Changjun, FU Linbei

“…Finally， the adaptive weighted particle swarm optimization （AW-PSO） is employed to solve the stochastic optimization model for microgrid operations. …”
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Last-Mile Shuttle Planning for Improving Bus Commuters’ Travel Time Reliability: A Case Study of Beijing by Weibin Kou, Jiayu Wang, Yanxi Liu, Chenxu Li

“…A bilevel optimization model is established: the upper model of route design considers the tradeoff between time cost and fare cost when some of the passengers take the shuttles, and the lower model assigns the demand of transit passengers. …”
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