Digital Video Compression Using DCT-Based Iterated Function System (IFS) by Nevart A. Minas, Faten H. Al-Qadhee

“…It gives best results when used for natural images. This paper presents an efficient method to compress  an AVI (Audio Video Interleaved) file with fractal video compression(FVC). …”
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Switchable Tri-Functional Terahertz Metamaterial Integrated with Vanadium Dioxide and Photosensitive Silicon by Gui Jin, Ying Zhu, Haorui Yang, Bin Tang

“…This work presents a theoretical and numerical investigation of a switchable tri-functional terahertz metamaterial incorporating vanadium dioxide (VO₂) and photosensitive silicon. …”
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Spatiotemporal and functional characterisation of the Plasmodium falciparum cGMP-dependent protein kinase. by Christine S Hopp, Christian Flueck, Lev Solyakov, Andrew Tobin, David A Baker

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Identification Tests of Modern Vehicles’ Electromagnetic Environment as Part of the Assessment of Their Functional Safety by Daniel Sterniczuk, Weronika Zaklika, Maciej Kozłowski

“…EMC is one of the critical factors influencing the proper functioning of a vehicle and its safety. However, the safety of autonomous vehicles from the perspective of EMC has not been comprehensively researched to date. …”
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The complete non-perturbative partition function of minimal superstring theory and JT supergravity by Dan Stefan Eniceicu, Chitraang Murdia, Andrii Torchylo

“…Abstract We derive an exact convergent expression for the partition function of the N $$ \mathcal{N} $$ = 1 (2, 4k) minimal superstring theory with type 0B GSO projection in the ungapped phase by leveraging the duality between this theory and a double-scaled unitary matrix integral. …”
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Four-Quadrant Facial Function in Dysphagic Patients after Stroke and in Healthy Controls by Mary Hägg, Lita Tibbling

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Density functional theory study of azobenzene derivatives as potential materials for wettability switching by G. Adyrbekova, P. Saidakhmetov, R. Burganova, I. Piyanzina, G. Baiman, G. Baubekova, D. Tayurskii

“…Our investigation delves into the structural, electronic, and molecular aspects of all studied molecules utilizing the hybrid B3LYP functional with DFT-D3 dispersion correction and a 6-31++G(d, p) basis set, presenting promising azo-type structures for surface wettability manipulation. …”
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Executive Function Performance Test: transcultural adaptation, evaluation of psychometric properties in Brazil by Juliana Conti, Sonia Maria Dozzi Brucki

“…The Executive Function Performance Test – Brazilian version (EFPT-BR) has been developed to assess the need for assistance in performing four basic daily tasks. …”
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Resilience Evaluation of Post-Earthquake Functional Recovery for Precast Prestressed Concrete Buildings by Hanxi Zhao, Noriyuki Takahashi

“…To improve the post-earthquake resilience evaluation of concrete buildings with various construction types, this study presents a generalized recovery-based framework that ext-ends the FEMA P-58 methodology. …”
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The bacterial microbiota of the gastrointestinal tract of dairy cattle: structure, functions, importance (review) by G. A. Lihodeevsky, P. S. Bogatova, O. E. Lihodeevskaya

“…The review presents the generalized material of experimental studies and review works (114 sources, including 110 foreign) on studying the composition of bacterial microbiota of the gastrointestinal tract in cattle depending on age, clinical condition of animals and level of productivity, shows the influence of the functional activity of microbiota on the formation and development of the organism. …”
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Functional Modification and Applications of Rice Starch Emulsion Systems Based on Interfacial Engineering by Pingyuan Ge, Ye Tian, Heng Yan, Qingqing Li, Tianle Yao, Jie Yao, Liuyu Xiao, Meng Zhu, Yu Han

“…Emulsion technology presents a promising strategy to overcome these challenges by constructing stable oil–water interfacial systems using various stabilizers. …”
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Light-driven modulation of proximity-enhanced functionalities in hybrid nano-scale systems by Mattia Benini, Umut Parlak, Sophie Bork, Jaka Strohsack, Richard Leven, David Gutnikov, Fabian Mertens, Evgeny Zhukov, Rajib Kumar Rakshit, Ilaria Bergenti, Andrea Droghetti, Andrei Shumilin, Tomaz Mertelj, Valentin Alek Dediu, Mirko Cinchetti

“…Abstract Advancing quantum information and communication technology requires smaller and faster components with actively controllable functionalities. This work presents an all-optical strategy for dynamically modulating magnetic properties via proximity effects controlled by light. …”
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RGD peptide-functionalized micelles loaded with crocetin ameliorate doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity by Ting Wang, Zhimin Li, Jiawei Lei, Yuchen Zhang, Yingpeng Tong, Xingang Guan, Shuangshuang Wang

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Functional positioning in robotic patello-femoral arthroplasty: a step-by-step technique by Andriollo Luca, Koutserimpas Christos, Gregori Pietro, Baltzer Jean, Servien Elvire, Batailler Cécile, Lustig Sébastien

“…This article presents a step-by-step surgical technique for PFA using FP principles in combination with an image-based robotic system. …”
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Potential role of ghrelin in neuroprotection and cognitive function: implications for diabetic cognitive impairment by Yuhan Zhang, Ruihua Zhang, Xin Wang, Leilei Shi, Hongzhe Zhu, Jiping Liu

“…Despite ghrelin’s multiple functions in the central nervous system, its use as a therapeutic agent for neurologic dysfunction remains unclear. …”
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Functional genomics implicates ebony in the black pupae phenotype of tephritid fruit flies by Daniel F. Paulo, Thu N. M. Nguyen, Chris M. Ward, Renee L. Corpuz, Angela N. Kauwe, Pedro Rendon, Rocio E. Y. Ruano, Amanda A. S. Cardoso, Georgia Gouvi, Elisabeth Fung, Peter Crisp, Anzu Okada, Amanda Choo, Christian Stauffer, Kostas Bourtzis, Sheina B. Sim, Simon W. Baxter, Scott M. Geib

“…Targeted knockout of ebony induced analogous bp phenotypes across six major tephritid agricultural pests, demonstrating that disruption of Ebony alone is sufficient to produce the mutant trait in distantly related species. This functional characterization further allowed a deeper exploration of Ebony’s role in pigmentation and development across life stages in diverse species. …”
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Normocalcemia and Normal Thyroid Function in a Severe Vitamin D–Deficient Population by Omid Yazdani, Mohammad Reza Haeri, Reyhaneh Niayesh-Mehr

“…Background: Vitamin D has several physiological functions besides its well-known role in the hemostasis of calcium. …”
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Children’s and adolescents’ experiences with functional abdominal pain: a qualitative study in Norway by Mette Brekke, Anne Brodwall

“…Objective Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are common during childhood and adolescence. …”
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Advanced GIS-based Multi-Function Support System for Identifying the Best Route by Suhiar Mohammed Zeki Abd Alsammed

“…Furthermore, GIS provide multi-functions like data collection, analysis, and presentation. …”
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SOLUTION OF SINGULAR INTEGRAL EQUATION FOR ELASTICITY THEORY WITH THE HELP OF ASYMPTOTIC POLYNOMIAL FUNCTION by V. P. Gribkova, S. M. Kozlov

“…The approximate solution is found in the form of asymptotic polynomial function of a low degree (first approximation) based on the Chebyshev second order polynomial. …”
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