Detection of Steel Reinforcement in Concrete Using Active Microwave Thermography and Neural Network-Based Analysis by Barbara Szymanik, Maja Kocoń, Sam Ang Keo, Franck Brachelet, Didier Defer

“…These images served as training data for a deep neural network designed to identify and localize rebar positions based on thermal patterns. The model was trained exclusively on simulation data and subsequently validated using experimental measurements obtained from large-format concrete slabs incorporating a structured layout of embedded steel reinforcement bars. …”
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Surface morphology segmentation and evaluation of diamond lapping pad based on improved Mask R-CNN by Wenlong SUO, Yanfen LIN, Congfu FANG

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Satellite-Based Monitoring of Small Boat for Environmental Studies: A Systematic Review by Matteo Zucchetta, Fantina Madricardo, Michol Ghezzo, Antonio Petrizzo, Marta Picciulin

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DIGITAL SKILLS – AN ASSET FOR FUTURE ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONALS. ANALYSIS OF ROMANIA’S POSITIONING WITHIN THE EU MEMBER STATES by Veronica MÎȚA, Mariana MAN

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Optimized Reinforcement Learning Model via Contrastive Learning for Intention Classification of Chinese Questions on Respiratory Diseases by Hao Wu, Degen Huang, Xiaohui Lin

“…Compared with solely utilizing reinforcement learning models, several methods for constructing positive and negative samples based on RL_CL have demonstrated varying degrees of improvement. …”
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Dynamic Aerial Small Target Detection Algorithm Based on Compound Zoom Scaling by Jiang Yuan, Zhu Gaofeng, Zhu Fenghua, Xiong Gang

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To fear or not to fear – Human resource development professionals’ positioning towards artificial intelligence with a focus on augmentation by Josef Guggemos

“…HRD professionals (N = 330) from German-speaking countries act as the sample. Covariance based structural equation modeling (CB-SEM) and partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) act as the method for data analysis. …”
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Implementation of the Blended Cycle Learning Model to Increase Elementary School Students Interest in Learning in Lebak Regency by Dine Dine Trio Ratnasari

“…These findings indicate that the Blended Cycle Learning model is not only quantitatively effective in increasing learning interest but also encourages more positive changes in learning behavior. …”
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Physical Exercise and Psychophysical Learnings on Basic Strength Development by Gaetano Raiola, Giovanni Esposito, Sara Aliberti, Francesca D’Elia, Tiziana D’Isanto

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Using elastography-based multilayer perceptron model to evaluate renal fibrosis in chronic kidney disease by Ziman Chen, Tin Cheung Ying, Jiaxin Chen, Chaoqun Wu, Liujun Li, Hui Chen, Ting Xiao, Yongquan Huang, Xuehua Chen, Jun Jiang, Yingli Wang, Wuzhu Lu, Zhongzhen Su

“…We aimed to develop and validate an end-to-end multilayer perceptron (MLP) model for assessing renal fibrosis in CKD patients based on real-time two-dimensional shear wave elastography (2D-SWE) and clinical variables.Methods From April 2019 to December 2021, a total of 162 patients with CKD who underwent a kidney biopsy and 2D-SWE examination were included in this single-center, cross-sectional, and prospective clinical study. 2D-SWE was performed to measure the right renal cortex stiffness, and the corresponding elastic values were recorded. …”
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Exploring Functional and Emotional Aspects of the Arabic Muslim Adventure Application Based on Don Norman's Hierarchy of Design by Isma Fathanah, Mohamad Zaka Al Farisi, Hikmah Maulani

“…Background: This research discusses the Arabic Muslim Adventure application, an interactive app designed to help students learn Arabic through a game-based learning approach. …”
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RNA editing-based biomarker blood test for the diagnosis of bipolar disorder: protocol of the EDIT-B study by Andrea Miranda-Mendizabal, Diana Vetter, Juan Zambrano, Jeff Zarp, Victor Chavarría, Anna Giménez-Palomo, Meritxell Gonzalez-Campos, Marc Valenti, Lara Walczer Baldinazzo, Sara Siddi, Maurizio Ferrari, Dinah Weissmann, Chantal Henry, Josep Maria Haro, Lars Vedel Kessing, Eduard Vieta

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Weld Pool Boundary Detection Based on the U-Net Algorithm and Weld Seam Tracking in Plasma Arc Welding by Jidong Lu, Satoshi Yamane, Weixi Wang, Ning Li, Siqi Wang, Yuxiong Xia

“…The authors estimate the weld line position in real time by image processing based on U-Net prediction. …”
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Advanced intelligent techniques for modeling oxygen storage in zeolite-based porous materials by Arefeh Naghizadeh, Ahmadreza Jafari-Sirizi, Behnam Amiri-Ramsheh, Saeid Atashrouz, Dragutin Nedeljkovic, Ahmad Mohaddespour, Abdolhossein Hemmati-Sarapardeh

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Overlapping Box Suppression and Merging Algorithms for Window-Based Object Detection by Kos Aleksandra

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Graph-based analysis of histopathological images for lung cancer classification using GLCM features and enhanced graph by Imam Dad, JianFeng He, Zulqarnain Baloch

“…This paper introduces a novel Enhanced GraphSAGE (E-GraphSAGE) framework that integrates graph-based deep learning (GBDL) with traditional image processing to classify lung cancer subtypes—Adenocarcinoma (ACA), Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC), and Benign Tissue (BNT)—from H&E-stained Whole-Slide Images (WSIs). …”
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Enhancing cold storage efficiency: Continuous deep deterministic policy gradient approach to energy optimization utilizing strategic sensor input data by Jong-Whi Park, Young-Min Ju, Hak-Sung Kim

“…The proposed algorithm represents a significant advancement in the field of energy management for cold storage, combining real-time data-driven learning with robust control strategies. Therefore, Experimental results demonstrate a remarkable 19.8 % reduction in energy consumption compared to conventional methods while maintaining a stable target temperature of −10 °C. …”
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Comparison of assessment methods in dental education by Denise Campos AMARAL, Diogo Rodrigues CRUVINEL, Gabriella Lopes DE REZENDE BARBOSA, Carolina Cintra GOMES

“…Abstract Introduction Assessment in dental education, especially in competency-based curricula, should reflect the different learning domains by combining methodologies for a more complete assessment of students. …”
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Leveraging TikTok to enhance understanding and engagement in university chemistry students: a South African case study by Natasha Ross, Basheerah Sulliman, Martina van Heerden

“…The TikTok assignment aligned with both inquiry-based learning (IBL) and decolonial pedagogies, encouraging independent inquiry, collaboration, and cultural relevance by valuing students’ voices and contexts. …”
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Self-perceived cultural competence skills among graduating dental students in Saudi Arabia by Dalia E. Meisha

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